Voter Information Guide and Sample Ballot
Statewide Primary Election Tuesday, June 5, 2018
Elections Office of the Registrar of Voters 777 E. Rialto Avenue, San Bernardino, CA 92415 www.SBCountyElections.com
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CONTENTS-1 N SB 001-003 General Information Go Green (Online Voter Information Guide Sign-Up) Poll Worker Information / Poll Worker Application Mail Ballot Application (Back Cover) Your Assigned Polling Place (Back Cover)
CONTENTS-2 N SB 001-004 2018 Statewide Primary Election Information
Types of Voter Information Guides
You will receive two Voter Information Guides in the mail for this election.
San Bernardino County State of California Voter Information Guide Voter Information Guide
Contains information on state, Contains information on statewide county and local contests and contests and state propositions. measures.
Offices Offices x United States Representative x Governor x State Senator x Lieutenant Governor x Member of the State Assembly x Secretary of State x Judicial Offices x Controller x School Offices x Treasurer x County Offices x Attorney General x City Offices x Insurance Commissioner x Member, State Board of Equalization x United States Senator x Superintendent of Public Instruction
Measures State Propositions x Measure L – Town of Yucca Valley x Proposition 68, 69, 70, 71, and 72 x Measure M – City of Rialto
Go Green for Future Elections Go Green for Future Elections To receive your San Bernardino County To receive your State of California Voter Voter Information Guide electronically, Information Guide electronically, apply apply at at www.sos.ca.gov. www.SBCountyElections.com.
GUIDE N SB 001-005
Important Election Dates
Voter Information Guides delivered to U.S. Wednesday, May 2 Post Office
Monday, May 7 Early voting begins
Wednesday, May 9 Mail ballots delivered to U.S. Post Office
Monday, May 21 Voter registration deadline
Tuesday, May 22 Conditional voter registration begins
Tuesday, May 29 Deadline to apply to vote by mail
Tuesday, June 5 Election Day
Wednesday, June 6 Canvass of the Election begins
Deadline to complete the canvass and certify Thursday, July 5 the results
For more election information, visit SBCountyElections.com or call (800) 881-VOTE or (909) 387-8300.
EDATES N SB 001-006 Voter Registration
You received this Voter Information Guide because you are a registered voter in San Bernardino County. You should re-register to vote when you move to a new residence, change your mailing address, change your name, or change your party preference.
To register or re-register: • Online - Go to registertovote.ca.gov. • In Person - Pick up a voter registration application at locations throughout the County. Visit SBCountyElections.com. o Maps of locations available at www.SBCountyElections.com/VoterRegistration/Where.aspx. • By Mail - Request a voter registration application to be mailed to you. Call (800) 881-VOTE or (909) 387-8300 or email [email protected].
Missed the May 21 voter registration deadline? You can go to the Elections Office or an early vote site to fill out a conditional voter registration application and vote a provisional ballot. Call (800) 881- VOTE or (909) 387-8300 for more information.
VR N SB 001-007 Voting in a California Primary Election
In June of 2010, California voters approved Proposition 14 (The Top Two Open Primary Act). The new law made many changes to how primaries are conducted in California. Previously, there were only two types of offices: partisan and nonpartisan. The new law created three types of offices: party- nominated, voter-nominated, and nonpartisan. In a non-presidential primary election like this one, voters will only vote on voter-nominated and nonpartisan offices.
Voter-nominated Offices x Includes contests for: o United States Senator o United States Representative o Statewide elective offices o State Board of Equalization o State Senator o Member of the State Assembly x The party preference of the candidate is listed on the ballot. x Voters may write in the name of a candidate whose name is not on the ballot. x The top two vote-getters will proceed to the General Election.
Nonpartisan Offices x Includes contests for: o Judicial office o State Superintendent of Public Instruction o County offices o City offices x The party preference of the candidate is not listed on the ballot. x Voters may write in the name of a candidate whose name is not on the ballot. x For nonpartisan judicial, state, and county offices, the top two vote-getters will proceed to the General Election. However, if a candidate receives more than 50% of the vote, that candidate is elected to office. x For most city offices, candidates that receive the most votes are elected to office.
PRIMARY-1 N SB 001-008 Voting in a California Primary Election (continued) Ballots All voters will receive a two-card Official Ballot with contests on each side of both cards. The Official Ballot will include: Primary Election contests: x Voter-nominated offices x Nonpartisan offices Measures: x State propositions x Local ballot measures (only in certain cities)
Caution
Be aware of the following contests on your ballot: Contest for Governor x There are 27 candidates in this contest. x The candidates are listed in two columns on the Official Ballot. x You can only vote for one candidate for this contest. Contest for United States Senator x There are 32 candidates in this contest. x The candidates are listed in two columns on the Official Ballot. x You can only vote for one candidate for this contest.
PRIMARY-2 N SB 001-009 Voting Information Three Ways to Vote 1) Vote By Mail Take advantage of voting by mail: • Vote at home • Vote when you want • Track your ballot online
Get on the mail ballot list: • Voters on the permanent mail ballot voter list will receive ballots by mail. Mail ballots will be delivered to the U.S. Post Office on Wednesday, May 9.
• Refer to the back of this guide to see if you are a permanent mail ballot voter.
• If you are not on the list, you can: o Request to be on the list; or o Request a mail ballot for the current election only.
Request a mail ballot: • Apply online by visiting SBCountyElections.com and signing in to My Elections Gateway; or • Complete and return the application on the back of this guide; or • Apply in person by visiting the Elections Office. The deadline to request a mail ballot is Tuesday, May 29.
Return your mail ballot: • Mail via the U.S. Postal Service. Mail ballots must be postmarked on or before Election Day, June 5, and received no later than three business days after the election. • Drop off at the Elections Office, any city clerk's office, any county library, any early vote site, or any polling place on Election Day. Visit SBCountyElections.com for locations.
VBM N SB 001-010 Three Ways to Vote (continued) 2) Vote Early Why wait for Election Day when you can vote early? x Vote as early as 29 days before Election Day x Vote at any one of five locations
Visit any early vote site below to cast your ballot before Election Day: x San Bernardino County Elections Office o 777 E. Rialto Avenue, San Bernardino o May 7 through June 4 Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Saturday, June 2, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. x Four additional locations: o May 29 through June 4 Tuesday through Saturday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday, June 4, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Lake Arrowhead Fire Station #91 301 S. State Highway 173, Lake Arrowhead Montclair Branch Library 9955 Fremont Avenue, Montclair Victorville City Hall 14343 Civic Drive, Victorville Yucca Valley Elks Lodge, BPOE #2314 55946 Yucca Trail, Yucca Valley All early vote sites are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Election Day.
At an early vote site, you can also: x Fill out a conditional voter registration application and vote a provisional ballot x Drop off your mail ballot x Request a replacement mail ballot x Receive accessibility assistance x Receive language assistance x Take a Ballot Selfie with your ballot and share your experience with
friends and family through social media
EARLY N SB 001-011 Three Ways to Vote (continued) 3) Vote on Election Day Vote the traditional way at your assigned polling place! • Vote with your friends and neighbors near your home • Vote from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Election Day
Find your assigned polling place: • Refer to the back of this guide; or
• Use the My Elections Gateway or the Polling Place Look-up tool on the Elections Office website at SBCountyElections.com; or • Call (800) 881-VOTE or (909) 387-8300
At your polling place, you can also: • Drop off your mail ballot • Request a replacement ballot • Receive accessibility assistance • Receive language assistance • Take a Ballot Selfie with your ballot and share your experience with friends and family through social media
Caution
Mail ballot voters: If you want to vote at your assigned polling place instead of voting by mail, bring your mail ballot with you. If you don’t, you can still vote, but will have to vote a provisional ballot.
EDAY N SB 001-012 Language Assistance for Voters
The Elections Office provides language assistance in Chinese, Korean, Tagalog, and Vietnamese to voters residing in precincts where 3% or more of the voting age residents would have difficulty voting in English without assistance. • At all early vote sites and in precincts where language assistance is offered: o Translated sample ballots are available to assist with voting the official ballot. o Bilingual poll workers may be available to provide assistance. • Visit www.SBCountyElections.com/News.aspx to find out which precincts have translated sample ballots or bilingual poll worker assistance. • If you live in a precinct where language assistance is offered, you may request that a translated sample ballot be sent to you: o Submit a request form, found at SBCountyElections.com. o Call (800) 881-VOTE or (909) 387-8300. o Requests should be submitted by Tuesday, May 29. • You may bring one or two persons to assist you with marking your ballot.
LEP-E N SB 001-013 䚨≁䃎䀰ᨤࣙ
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LEP-C N SB 001-014 ࡧ˽ծଛ߬ߪऌࡒ
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LEP-K N SB 001-015 Tulong sa Wika para sa Mga Botante
Ang Opisina para sa Eleksiyon ay nagbibigay ng tulong sa wika sa Intsik, Korean, Tagalog, at Vietnamese para sa mga botanteng naninirahan sa mga presinto kung saan 3% o higit pa sa mga residenteng nasa edad na makakaboto ay nahihirapang bumoto sa wikang Ingles nang walang tulong. x Sa lahat ng mga lugar para sa maagang pagboto at sa mga presinto kung saan inaalok ang tulong sa wika: o Mayroong na-translate na mga sampol na balota upang tumulong sa pagboto sa opisyal na balota. o Maaaring naroroon ang mga tauhan ng halalan (poll worker) na nakakapagsalita ng dalawang wika (bilingual) upang magbigay ng tulong. x Bumisita sa www.SBCountyElections.com/News.aspx upang malaman kung aling presinto mayroong naka-translate na mga sampol na balota o tulong ng tauhan ng halalan na nakakapagsalita ng dalawang wika. x Kung nakatira ka sa presinto kung saan inaalok ang tulong sa wika, maaari kang humiling na ipadala sa iyo ang isang naka-translate na sampol na balota: o Magsumite ng form ng kahilingan, na makukuha sa SBCountyElections.com. o Tumawag sa (800) 881-VOTE o (909) 387-8300. o Dapat isumite ang mga kahilingan bago sumapit ang Martes, Mayo 29. x Maaari kang magdala ng isa o dalawang tao upang tulungan kang markahan ang iyong balota.
LEP-T N SB 001-016 Hӛ trӧ vӅ ngôn ngӳ cho các Cӱ Tri
Văn Phòng Bҫu Cӱ cung cҩp sӵ trӧ giúp ngôn ngӳ các tiӃng Hoa, Hàn Quӕc, Philippines, và ViӋt Nam cho các cӱ tri cѭ ngө tҥi các khu vӵc nѫi có tӯ 3% trӣ lên sӕ cӱ tri ӣ tuәi bҫu cӱ gһp khó khăn khi bӓ phiӃu bҵng tiӃng Anh mà không ÿѭӧc sӵ trӧ giúp. x Tҥi tҩt cҧ các ÿӏa ÿiӇm bӓ phiӃu sӟm và tҥi các khu vӵc có dӏch vө hӛ trӧ ngôn ngӳ: o Có sҹn các phiӃu mүu ÿã ÿѭӧc dӏch ÿӇ hӛ trӧ bӓ phiӃu chính thӭc. o Các nhân viên song ngӳ cӫa phòng phiӃu có thӇ sҹn sàng hӛ trӧ. x Truy cұp www.SBCountyElections.com/News.aspx ÿӇ tìm kiӃm nhӳng khu vӵc nào có phiӃu dӏch mүu hoһc có nhân viên song ngӳ phòng phiӃu giúp ÿӥ. x NӃu quý vӏ sӕng ӣ khu vӵc có cung cҩp dӏch vө trӧ giúp ngôn ngӳ, quý vӏ có thӇ yêu cҫu gӱi phiӃu bҫu ÿã ÿѭӧc dӏch sҹn cho quý vӏ: o ĈӇ gӱi Ĉѫn Yêu cҫu, xin truy cұp vào trang SBCountyElections.com. o Gӑi (800) 881-VOTE hay (909) 387-8300. o Các yêu cҫu phҧi ÿѭӧc gӱi trӉ nhҩt làThӭ Ba ngày 29 Tháng Năm. x Quý vӏ có thӇ dүn theo mӝt hoһc hai ngѭӡi ÿӇ giúp quý vӏ hoàn thành lá phiӃu cӫa quý vӏ.
LEP-V N SB 001-017 Assistance for Voters with Disabilities
The Elections Office provides a number of services to increase access and
encourage participation by voters with disabilities.
At polling places and Early Vote sites San Bernardino County polling places and Early Vote sites have an accessible path of travel and accessible parking. Polling places and Early Vote sites also include the following resources: x Electronic touch screen voting machine, including audio ballots and large text option x Assistance by poll workers x Curbside voting x Page magnifiers x Wheelchair accessible voting booths If you cannot mark your ballot, you may bring one or two persons to assist you with marking it.
Website accessibility
We work diligently to provide screen reader accessible information on the Elections Office website, including the San Bernardino County Voter Information Guide.
Additional voting information Audio versions of the State of California Voter Information Guide are available upon request at www.sos.ca.gov/elections or by calling (800) 345-VOTE (8683). Registration and voting information are available by calling the Elections Office's TTY/TDD at (909) 387-2788 or the California Secretary of State's TTY/TDD at (800) 833-VOTE (8683).
Disability Rights California (DRC) On Election Day, DRC will have a Hotline open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. to assist voters with disabilities. Call (888) 569-7955.
DIS-INF N SB 001-018 Voter Bill of Rights
You have the following rights: 1. The right to vote if you are a 6. The right to get help casting registered voter. You are your ballot from anyone you eligible to vote if you are: choose, except from your • a U.S. citizen living in employer or union representative. California 7. The right to drop off your • at least 18 years old completed vote̻by̻mail ballot • registered where you currently at any polling place in California. live • not currently in a state or 8. The right to get election federal prison or on parole for materials in a language other conviction of a felony than English if enough people in • not currently found mentally your voting precinct speak that incompetent to vote by a court language. 2. The right to vote if you are a 9. The right to ask questions to registered voter even if your elections officials about name is not on the list. You will election procedures and watch vote using a provisional ballot. the election process. If the Your vote will be counted if person you ask cannot answer elections officials determine that your questions, they must send you are eligible to vote. you to the right person for an answer. If you are disruptive, 3. The right to vote if you are still they can stop answering you. in line when the polls close. 10. The right to report any illegal or 4. The right to cast a secret ballot fraudulent election activity to an without anyone bothering you or elections official or the Secretary telling you how to vote. of State's office. 5. The right to get a new ballot if • On the web at you have made a mistake, if you www.sos.ca.gov have not already cast your ballot. • By phone at (800) 345-VOTE You can: (8683) • Ask an elections official at a • By email at polling place for a new ballot, [email protected] • Exchange your vote-by-mail ballot for a new one at an elections office or at your polling place, or • Vote using a provisional ballot.
If you believe you have been denied any of these rights, call the San Bernardino County Elections Office at (800) 881-VOTE (8683) or the Secretary of State's office at (800) 345-VOTE (8683).
VBOR N SB 001-019 Voting Instructions
Marking your official ballot 1. Use a BLACK or BLUE pen or a #2 pencil. 2. To vote, connect the arrow pointing to your choice with a single line like this:
Example: Contest Name Vote for one
Candidate A
Candidate B
Candidate C
(Write-In / En-escrito)
3. Do not vote for more candidates than the number indicated for each contest. If you vote for more, your vote will not count for that contest. 4. To vote for a candidate whose name is not on the ballot, print the name of the candidate on the blank write-in line and connect the arrow pointing to that candidate. 5. To vote for a state proposition or a local measure, connect the arrow pointing to either YES or NO with a single line. 6. If you make a mistake or damage your ballot, request a replacement ballot.
Marking your sample ballot 1. On the following pages, you will find your sample ballot. 2. For your convenience, you may pre-mark your sample ballot and take it with you to your polling place to assist you in marking your official ballot.
VINS N SB 001-020 SAMPLE BALLOT County of San Bernardino Statewide Primary Election June 5, 2018
Voter-Nominated Offices Continued from previous column THOMAS JEFFERSON CARES Governor Party Preference: Democratic Candidates listed in two columns Blockchain Startup CEO Vote for One JOHN CHIANG Party Preference: Democratic JOSH JONES California State Treasurer Party Preference: Green Author JOHN H. COX Party Preference: Republican J. BRIBIESCA Businessman / Taxpayer Advocate Party Preference: Democratic Retired Medical Doctor AMANDA RENTERIA Party Preference: Democratic GLORIA ESTELA LA RIVA COO, Justice Department Party Preference: Peace and Freedom Graphic Artist DELAINE EASTIN Party Preference: Democratic PETER Y LIU Educator / Youth Advocate Party Preference: Republican JEFFREY EDWARD TAYLOR Party Preference: None ANTONIO VILLARAIGOSA Marketplace Minister Party Preference: Democratic Public Policy Advisor KLEMENT TINAJ Party Preference: Democratic YVONNE GIRARD CEO / Educator / Artist Party Preference: Republican Judicial Assistant HAKAN "HAWK" MIKADO Party Preference: None ROBERT DAVIDSON GRIFFIS CEO / Business Owner Party Preference: Democratic Entrepreneur / Economist / Father ALBERT CAESAR MEZZETTI Party Preference: Democratic SHUBHAM GOEL Retired Educator Party Preference: None Virtual Reality Manager GAVIN NEWSOM Party Preference: Democratic TRAVIS ALLEN Lieutenant Governor / Businessman Party Preference: Republican California Assemblyman / Businessman ROBERT C. NEWMAN, II Party Preference: Republican AKINYEMI AGBEDE Research Clinical Psychologist Party Preference: Democratic Mathematician JOHNNY WATTENBURG (Write-In) Party Preference: None Business Owner NICKOLAS WILDSTAR Party Preference: Libertarian Recording Artist DESMOND SILVEIRA Party Preference: None Senior Software Engineer MICHAEL SHELLENBERGER Party Preference: Democratic Environmental Organization Executive ZOLTAN ISTVAN Party Preference: Libertarian Entrepreneur / Transhumanist Lecturer CHRISTOPHER N. CARLSON Party Preference: Green Puppeteer / Musician Candidates continue in next column N 0001E N SB 001-021 Lieutenant Governor Secretary of State Vote for One Vote for One JEFF BLEICH ALEX PADILLA Party Preference: Democratic Party Preference: Democratic Attorney / Educator Secretary of State ELENI KOUNALAKIS GAIL K. LIGHTFOOT Party Preference: Democratic Party Preference: Libertarian Businesswoman / Economic Advisor Retired Nurse CAMERON GHARABIKLOU C. T. WEBER Party Preference: Democratic Party Preference: Peace and Freedom Attorney Retired Government Analyst TIM FERREIRA ERIK RYDBERG Party Preference: Libertarian Party Preference: Green Strategist / Programmer / Entrepreneur Community Organizer DAVID FENNELL RAUL RODRIGUEZ JR Party Preference: Republican Party Preference: Republican Entrepreneur Retired Warehousing Employee DANNY THOMAS MICHAEL FEINSTEIN Party Preference: None Party Preference: Green Dentist / Dental Surgeon Electoral Reform Consultant COLE HARRIS RUBEN MAJOR Party Preference: Republican Party Preference: Democratic Father / Entrepreneur / Businessman Paramedic / Educator / Businessperson ED HERNANDEZ MARK P. MEUSER Party Preference: Democratic Party Preference: Republican State Senator / Businessman Election Law Attorney DAVID R. HERNANDEZ Party Preference: Republican (Write-In) Retired Business Owner LYDIA ORTEGA Controller Party Preference: Republican Vote for One Economist / Businesswoman / Educator KONSTANTINOS RODITIS GAYLE MCLAUGHLIN Party Preference: Republican Party Preference: None Entrepreneur Community Organizer / Educator MARY LOU FINLEY Party Preference: Peace and Freedom (Write-In) Retired Educator BETTY T. YEE Party Preference: Democratic California State Controller
(Write-In) Treasurer Vote for One VIVEK VISWANATHAN Party Preference: Democratic Governor’s Office, Advisor JACK M. GUERRERO Party Preference: Republican CPA / Councilmember / Economist KEVIN AKIN Party Preference: Peace and Freedom Retired Steam Engineer GREG CONLON Party Preference: Republican Businessman / CPA FIONA MA Party Preference: Democratic CPA / Taxpayer Representative
(Write-In) N 0002E N SB 001-022 Attorney General Member, State Board of Equalization Vote for One District 3 DAVE JONES Vote for One Party Preference: Democratic BEN PAK California Insurance Commissioner Party Preference: Democratic STEVEN C BAILEY Auditor / Reserve Policeman Party Preference: Republican NANCY PEARLMAN Retired California Judge Party Preference: Democratic XAVIER BECERRA College Professor Party Preference: Democratic DOUG KRIEGEL Appointed Attorney General of the State of California Party Preference: Democratic ERIC EARLY TV Economics Reporter Party Preference: Republican TONY VAZQUEZ Attorney / Business Owner Party Preference: Democratic Santa Monica City Councilman (Write-In) SCOTT SVONKIN Party Preference: Democratic Insurance Commissioner Community College Boardmember Vote for One CHERYL C. TURNER STEVE POIZNER Party Preference: Democratic Party Preference: None Tax Attorney / Commissioner Businessman / Non-Profit Director MICHEÁL "ME-HAUL" O’LEARY RICARDO LARA Party Preference: None Party Preference: Democratic Small Business Owner California Senator G. RICK MARSHALL NATHALIE HRIZI Party Preference: Republican Party Preference: Peace and Freedom Chief Financial Officer Public School Teacher ASIF MAHMOOD (Write-In) Party Preference: Democratic Physician, Internal Medicine Member, State Board of Equalization District 4 (Write-In) Vote for One Member, State Board of Equalization KEN LOPEZ-MADDOX Party Preference: Democratic District 1 Education Outreach Liaison Vote for One JOHN F. KELLY TED GAINES Party Preference: Republican Party Preference: Republican Small Business Owner Taxpayer Advocate / Senator JOEL ANDERSON CONNIE CONWAY Party Preference: Republican Party Preference: Republican Taxpayer Advocate / Senator Business Owner / Educator MIKE SCHAEFER DAVID EVANS Party Preference: Democratic Party Preference: Republican Public Interest Advocate Chief Financial Officer JIM STIERINGER TOM HALLINAN Party Preference: Republican Party Preference: Democratic Healthcare Equality Advocate College Trustee / Businessman NADER F. SHAHATIT Party Preference: Republican (Write-In) Tax Consultant DAVID DODSON Party Preference: Democratic
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N 0003E N SB 001-023 United States Senator Continued from previous column Candidates listed in two columns ADRIENNE NICOLE EDWARDS Vote for One Party Preference: Democratic Community Advocate GERALD PLUMMER Party Preference: Democratic PAUL A TAYLOR Construction Project Manager Party Preference: Republican Small Business Owner TOM PALZER Party Preference: Republican DONNIE O. TURNER Retired Urban Planner Party Preference: Democratic Retired USAF Sergeant JOHN THOMPSON PARKER Party Preference: Peace and Freedom PAT HARRIS Party Preference: Democratic Civil Rights Attorney DOUGLAS HOWARD PIERCE Party Preference: Democratic ALISON HARTSON Missing Children’s Advocate Party Preference: Democratic National Political Director HERBERT G. PETERS Party Preference: Democratic JASON M. HANANIA Retired Aerospace Engineer Party Preference: None Attorney / Engineer JAMES P BRADLEY Party Preference: Republican DAVID HILDEBRAND Chief Financial Officer Party Preference: Democratic Policy Analyst ARUN K. BHUMITRA Party Preference: Republican LEE OLSON Teacher / Engineer / Businessman Party Preference: None Aerospace Systems Engineer JERRY JOSEPH LAWS Party Preference: Republican ROQUE "ROCKY" DE LA FUENTE Party Preference: Republican Businessman / Land Developer PATRICK LITTLE Party Preference: Republican KEVIN DE LEON Civil Rights Advocate Party Preference: Democratic California Senator TIM GILDERSLEEVE Party Preference: None KEVIN MOTTUS Paratransit Operator Party Preference: Republican Wireless Safety Advocate MICHAEL FAHMY GIRGIS Party Preference: None DAVID MOORE Real Estate Broker Party Preference: None Special Education Teacher DON J. GRUNDMANN Party Preference: None MARIO NABLIBA Doctor of Chiropractic Party Preference: Republican Scientist RASH BIHARI GHOSH Party Preference: None Water Scientist / Professor (Write-In) LING LING SHI United States Representative District 8 Party Preference: None Author Vote for One JOHN "JACK" CREW PAUL COOK Party Preference: Republican Party Preference: Republican Bus Driver United States Representative ERIN CRUZ RITA RAMIREZ Party Preference: Republican Party Preference: Democratic Published Author Retired College Professor DERRICK MICHAEL REID RONALD J. ODONNELL Party Preference: Libertarian Party Preference: Democratic Retired Attorney Educator / Author / Businessman DIANNE FEINSTEIN MARJORIE "MARGE" DOYLE Party Preference: Democratic Party Preference: Democratic United States Senator Registered Nurse / Executive COLLEEN SHEA FERNALD TIM DONNELLY Party Preference: None Party Preference: Republican Constitutional Solutions Advocate Business Owner / Author Candidates continue in next column (Write-In)
N 0004E N SB 001-024 United States Representative District 27 United States Representative District 39 Vote for One Vote for One BRYAN WITT SAM JAMMAL Party Preference: Democratic Party Preference: Democratic Railroad Operations Supervisor Clean Energy Businessman JUDY CHU PHIL LIBERATORE Party Preference: Democratic Party Preference: Republican United States Representative Taxpayer Advocate / Businessman SUZI PARK LEGGETT (Write-In) Party Preference: Democratic
United States Representative District 31 HERBERT H. LEE Vote for One Party Preference: Democratic PETE AGUILAR Physician / Associate Professor Party Preference: Democratic YOUNG KIM United States Representative Party Preference: Republican KAISAR AHMED Small Business Owner Party Preference: Democratic STEVEN C. VARGAS Retired Teacher Party Preference: Republican SEAN FLYNN Councilman / Military Officer Party Preference: Republican TED M. ALEMAYHU Business Owner / Economist Party Preference: American Independent Social Entrepreneur (Write-In) SOPHIA J. ALEXANDER Party Preference: American Independent United States Representative District 35 Vote for One ANDREW SAREGA Party Preference: Republican JOE BACA La Mirada City Councilman Party Preference: Democratic Businessman / Veterans Advocate KAREN LEE SCHATZLE Party Preference: None CHRISTIAN LEONEL VALIENTE Deputy District Attorney Party Preference: Republican Small Business Owner GIL CISNEROS Party Preference: Democratic NORMA J. TORRES Education / Veterans Advocate Party Preference: Democratic United States Representative STEVE COX Party Preference: None Journalist (Write-In) JOHN J. CULLUM Party Preference: Republican Business Owner / Accountant MAI KHANH TRAN Party Preference: Democratic Doctor / Mother / Teacher ANDY THORBURN Party Preference: Democratic Nonprofit Advisor / Businessman BOB HUFF Party Preference: Republican Small Business Owner SHAWN NELSON Party Preference: Republican Orange County Supervisor
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N 0005E N SB 001-025 State Senator District 16 Member of the State Assembly District 33 Vote for One Vote for One GREGORY TATUM SOCORRO CISNEROS Party Preference: Republican Party Preference: Democratic Pastor Labor Consultant SHANNON GROVE JAY OBERNOLTE Party Preference: Republican Party Preference: Republican Small Businesswoman Assemblyman / Business Owner RUTH MUSSER-LOPEZ SCOTT MARKOVICH Party Preference: Democratic Party Preference: Democratic Archaeologist / Businesswoman Contractor / School Trustee
(Write-In) (Write-In) State Senator District 20 Member of the State Assembly District 36 Vote for One Vote for One PAUL VINCENT AVILA TOM LACKEY Party Preference: Democratic Party Preference: Republican California State Assemblyman CONNIE LEYVA STEVE FOX Party Preference: Democratic Party Preference: Democratic Incumbent Attorney / Educator MATTHEW MUNSON Party Preference: Republican (Write-In) Inventory Processor Member of the State Assembly District 40 (Write-In) Vote for One State Senator District 29 Recall LIBBERN GWEN COOK Party Preference: Democratic Teacher Shall JOSH NEWMAN be recalled (removed) from the office of State Senator District 29? JAMES C. RAMOS Party Preference: Democratic YES County Supervisor / Businessman NO HENRY GOMEZ NICKEL Party Preference: Republican Candidates to succeed JOSH NEWMAN Councilman / Small Businessman if he is recalled (removed) from office. (Write-In) Vote for One KEVIN CARR Member of the State Assembly District 41 Party Preference: Democratic Vote for One eCommerce Consultant KENNETH (KENNY) ROTTER JOSEPH CHO Party Preference: Democratic Party Preference: Democratic Non-Profit Attorney Journalist / Nonprofit Chairperson ALAN S. REYNOLDS LING LING CHANG Party Preference: None Party Preference: Republican Development Engineer Small Business Owner CHRIS HOLDEN BRUCE WHITAKER Party Preference: Democratic Party Preference: Republican Assemblymember City of Fullerton Council Member JOSH FERGUSON (Write-In) Party Preference: Democratic Municipal Commissioner / Father GEORGE C. SHEN Party Preference: Republican Small Businessman
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N 0006E N SB 001-026 Member of the State Assembly District 42 Member of the State Assembly District 55 Vote for One Vote for One GARY JEANDRON SCOTT LEBDA Party Preference: Republican Party Preference: Republican Law Enforcement Instructor Business Investor ANDREW F. KOTYUK JAMES G. GERBUS Party Preference: Republican Party Preference: Republican Councilman / Small Businessman Yorba Linda Businessman CAROL A. BOULDIN PHILLIP CHEN Party Preference: Green Party Preference: Republican Consultant State Assemblyman / Businessman DENIANTIONETTE MAZINGO MELISSA FAZLI Party Preference: Democratic Party Preference: Democratic Attorney Small Business Owner CHAD MAYES GREGG D. FRITCHLE Party Preference: Republican Party Preference: Democratic Member of the State Assembly Social Worker
(Write-In) (Write-In) Member of the State Assembly District 47 Nonpartisan Offices Vote for One ELOISE REYES Judicial Offices Party Preference: Democratic Assemblymember / Businesswoman / Attorney Judge of The Superior Court, Office 2 Vote for One (Write-In) DAVID LOPEZ Retired Deputy DA Member of the State Assembly District 52 Vote for One ARTHUR A. HARRISON Judge of the Superior Court FREDDIE RODRIGUEZ Party Preference: Democratic Assemblymember / First Responder (Write-In) BEN W. GIBBINS Party Preference: Libertarian School Offices Residential Aide / Student Superintendent of Public Instruction FRANK C. GUZMAN Party Preference: Democratic Vote for One Governing Board Member LILY (ESPINOZA) PLOSKI TONI HOLLE Educational Administrator / Instructor Party Preference: Republican Account Technician STEVEN IRELAND Parent (Write-In) TONY K. THURMOND Educator / State Legislator MARSHALL TUCK Schools Improvement Director
(Write-In) County Superintendent of Schools Vote for One THEODORE "TED" ALEJANDRE San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools
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N 0007E N SB 001-027 County of San Bernardino Offices City of Adelanto Offices Member, Board of Supervisors District 2 Member, City Council Vote for One Vote for One MARC STEINORTH JOY JEANNETTE Assemblyman / Small Businessman Organizational Manager JANICE RUTHERFORD RONALD BEARD Member, Board of Supervisors District 2 DIANA ESMERALDA HOLTE-COSATO (Write-In) Member, Board of Supervisors District 4 Vote for One (Write-In) CURT HAGMAN City of Loma Linda Offices County Supervisor / Businessman Member, City Council GLORIA NEGRETE MCLEOD Chaffey Community College Governing Board Member Vote for no more than Two DAVID SANNER Attending Physician (Write-In) GABRIEL URIBE Assessor / Recorder Public Health Manager Vote for One RON DAILEY BOB DUTTON Retired University Administrator County Assessor / Recorder PHILLIP DUPPER Sheriff’s Lieutenant (Write-In)
Auditor-Controller / Treasurer / (Write-In) Tax Collector Vote for One (Write-In) OSCAR VALDEZ Appointed Auditor-Controller / Treasurer / Tax Collector City of San Bernardino Offices ENSEN MASON Mayor Taxpayer Advocate / CPA Vote for One JOHN VALDIVIA (Write-In) San Bernardino City Councilman District Attorney RICK AVILA General Engineering Contractor Vote for One JASON ANDERSON KARMEL ROE Attorney / Law Professor Small Business Owner MICHAEL RAMOS DANNY TILLMAN District Attorney School Board Trustee GEORGEANN "GIGI" HANNA (Write-In) San Bernardino City Clerk Sheriff / Coroner / Public Administrator R. CAREY DAVIS San Bernardino Mayor / CPA Vote for One JOHN MC MAHON DANNY MALMUTH Sheriff / Coroner / Public Administrator Retired Government Analyst
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N 0008E N SB 001-028 Member, City Council Ward 1 Measures Submitted to the Voters Vote for One GIL J. BOTELLO State Measures Director Workforce Programs Proposition 68 THEODORE "TED" SANCHEZ Small Business Manager AUTHORIZES BONDS FUNDING PARKS, NATURAL RESOURCES PROTECTION, M. "MAGIE NOIR" CASTANEDA CLIMATE ADAPTATION, WATER QUALITY Public Relations Representative AND SUPPLY, AND FLOOD PROTECTION. Authorizes $4 billion in general obligation MIGUEL RIVERA bonds for: parks, natural resources protection, Community Volunteer climate adaptation, water quality and supply, and flood protection. Fiscal Impact: Increased (Write-In) state bond repayment costs averaging $200 million annually over 40 years. Local Member, City Council Ward 2 government savings for natural resources- Vote for One related projects, likely averaging several tens of millions of dollars annually over the next few BENITO BARRIOS decades. Councilman / Business Owner YES SANDRA IBARRA Agency Support Coordinator NO CECILIA MIRANDA-DOLAN Proposition 69 Elementary School Teacher REQUIRES THAT CERTAIN NEW TRANSPORTATION REVENUES BE USED (Write-In) FOR TRANSPORTATION PURPOSES. Member, City Council Ward 4 LEGISLATIVE CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT. Requires that certain revenues Vote for One generated by a 2017 transportation funding law ALEXANDRA "ALEX" BELTRAN be used only for transportation purposes and Data Analyst generally prohibits Legislature from diverting funds to other purposes. Fiscal Impact: No FREDERIC E. SHORETT direct effect on the amount of state and local Council Member / Businessman revenues or costs but could affect how some JESUS MEDINA monies are spent. Technician for San Bernardino County YES NO (Write-In)
N 0009E N SB 001-029 Proposition 70 Town of Yucca Valley Measure REQUIRES LEGISLATIVE SUPERMAJORITY Measure L VOTE APPROVING USE OF CAP-AND-TRADE RESERVE FUND. LEGISLATIVE Shall the measure, exempting State licensed CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT. Beginning commercial cannabis operations within certain in 2024, requires that cap-and-trade revenues Town Industrial/Commercial Zoning Districts accumulate in a reserve fund until the from the Town’s existing prohibition, other than Legislature, by a two-thirds majority, authorizes retail sales, dispensaries, microbusiness, or use of the revenues. Fiscal Impact: Beginning outdoor cannabis cultivation, be adopted? in 2024, potential temporary increase in state sales tax revenue, ranging from none to a few YES hundred million dollars annually, and possible NO changes in how revenue from sale of greenhouse gas emission permits is spent. City of Rialto Measure YES Measure M NO Shall the measure extending the existing 8% Proposition 71 Utility User Tax on telephone, cellular, electricity, gas, sewer, water, and cable SETS EFFECTIVE DATE FOR BALLOT television, with no sunset clause, raising MEASURES. LEGISLATIVE approximately $14,200,000 annually, to CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT. Provides continue basic and essential services for that ballot measures approved by a majority of residents while preserving exemptions for voters shall take effect five days after the members of very low income households, as Secretary of State certifies the results of the defined by California Health and Safety Code election. Fiscal Impact: Likely little or no effect Section 50105, and individuals 65 years old or on state and local finances. older, be adopted? YES YES NO NO Proposition 72 PERMITS LEGISLATURE TO EXCLUDE NEWLY CONSTRUCTED RAIN-CAPTURE SYSTEMS FROM PROPERTY-TAX REASSESSMENT REQUIREMENT. LEGISLATIVE CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT. Permits Legislature to allow construction of rain-capture systems, completed on or after January 1, 2019, without requiring property-tax reassessment. Fiscal Impact: Probably minor reduction in annual property tax revenues to local governments. YES NO
N 0010E N SB 001-030 Candidate Information Political Party Endorsements for Voter-Nominated Offices
Political parties have the option to endorse candidates for Voter-Nominated Offices. Below is a list of candidates who have been endorsed by qualified political parties.
Peace and Freedom Party American Independent Party Governor Governor Gloria Estela La Riva John H. Cox Lieutenant Governor Lieutenant Governor Gayle McLaughlin David R. Hernandez Secretary of State Secretary of State C. T. Weber Mark P. Meuser Controller Controller Mary Lou Finley Konstantinos Roditis Treasurer Treasurer Kevin Akin Jack M. Guerrero Insurance Commissioner Attorney General Nathalie Hrizi Steven C Bailey United States Senator Insurance Commissioner John Thompson Parker Steve Poizner Member of the State Assembly Member, State Board of Equalization District 42 Carol A. Bouldin District 1 Ted Gaines District 3 G. Rick Marshall Libertarian Party District 4 Joel Anderson Lieutenant Governor United States Senator Tim Ferreira Erin Cruz Secretary of State United States Representative Gail K. Lightfoot District 8 Tim Donnelly Member of the State Assembly District 31 Sean Flynn District 52 Ben W. Gibbins District 35 Christian Leonel Valiente District 39 Young Kim Green Party State Senator Governor District 16 Shannon Grove Josh Jones District 20 Matthew Munson Secretary of State District 29 Ling Ling Chang Michael Feinstein Member of the State Assembly Controller District 33 Jay Obernolte Mary Lou Finley District 36 Tom Lackey Treasurer District 42 Gary Jeandron Kevin Akin District 55 Phillip Chen
Insurance Commissioner
Nathalie Hrizi
Member of the State Assembly
District 42 Carol A. Bouldin
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Republican Party United States Representative District 8 Paul Cook District 31 Sean Flynn State Senator District 29 Ling Ling Chang Member of the State Assembly District 33 Jay Obernolte District 36 Tom Lackey District 55 Phillip Chen
Democratic Party Secretary of State Alex Padilla Controller Betty T. Yee Treasurer Fiona Ma Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara United States Representative District 8 Marjorie "Marge" Doyle District 27 Judy Chu District 31 Pete Aguilar District 35 Norma J. Torres State Senator District 16 Ruth Musser-Lopez District 20 Connie Leyva Member of the State Assembly District 40 James C. Ramos District 41 Chris Holden District 42 DeniAntionette Mazingo District 47 Eloise Reyes District 55 Gregg D. Fritchle Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony K. Thurmond
ENDORSE-2 N SB 001-032 Voluntary Expenditure Limits
The following candidates for State Senator and Member of the State Assembly have voluntarily agreed to the expenditure limitations set forth in California Government Code Sections 85400 and 85601(c), allowing them the option to have a candidate statement appear in this guide.
State Senator Member of the State Assembly District 16 Party Preference District 33 Party Preference Shannon Grove Republican Socorro Cisneros Democratic Ruth Musser-Lopez Democratic Jay Obernolte Republican District 20 Party Preference Scott Markovich Democratic Paul Vincent Avila Democratic District 36 Party Preference Matthew Munson Republican Tom Lackey Republican District 29 Party Preference Steve Fox Democratic Joseph Cho Democratic District 40 Party Preference Ling Ling Chang Republican Libbern Gwen Cook Democratic Bruce Whitaker Republican Henry Gomez Nickel Republican District 41 Party Preference Kenneth (Kenny) Rotter Democratic
Alan S. Reynolds None District 42 Party Preference Gary Jeandron Republican Andrew F. Kotyuk Republican
Carol A. Bouldin Green DeniAntionette Mazingo Democratic Chad Mayes Republican District 47 Party Preference
Eloise Reyes Democratic District 52 Party Preference Freddie Rodriguez Democratic Ben W. Gibbins Libertarian
Frank C. Guzman Democratic Toni Holle Republican District 55 Party Preference Scott Lebda Republican
Phillip Chen Republican Gregg D. Fritchle Democratic
LIMITS N SB 001-033 Candidate Statements
Candidate statements in this guide provide the candidate an opportunity to speak directly to voters. Candidate statements are optional and printed at the candidate's own expense. Some candidates choose not to purchase space for a statement; therefore this guide may not contain a statement for every candidate on your ballot. The following pages may contain statements for candidates for the following offices appearing on your ballot: • United States Representative • State Senator • Member of the State Assembly • Judicial Offices • School Offices • County Offices • City Offices Information about candidates for Statewide Elective Offices, including candidate statements, is available in your California Official Voter Information Guide and on the California Secretary of State's website. Visit www.voterguide.sos.ca.gov for more details.
INTRO-CS N SB 001-034 CANDIDATE(S) FOR UNITED STATES REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT 8 NAME: PAUL COOK OCCUPATION: United States Representative
As a retired Marine Corps colonel who was wounded twice in combat, I'm committed to restoring the values and principles that made America the greatest nation on earth. In the past, you trusted me to represent you in Washington, and I've delivered on my promises to you. I ask for your vote once again. I staunchly supported the recently passed tax reform bill that lowered income taxes on individuals and businesses. Americans are already feeling the positive effects: historically low unemployment rates, wage increases, and a dramatic upswing in the growth rate of our economy. I've always stood for law and order, which is why I'm working to end "sanctuary" laws that protect criminals, and I'm proud to be the only candidate endorsed by San Bernardino County Sheriff John McMahon. I've worked tirelessly on the House Armed Services Committee to rebuild our depleted military after the previous president slashed military budgets. This most recent budget restores our military's combat readiness, provides pay increases for our troops, and upgrades missile defense systems to protect against rogue nations like North Korea and Iran. While many in Congress forget the needs of their districts, I've fought to keep our rural health clinics funded, and I've continued my efforts to expand benefits and services for veterans. I also voted to fund the Children's Health Insurance Program for an additional ten years because it protects our most vulnerable population. If you'd like to learn more, please visit my website at joinpaulcook.com.
NAME: MARJORIE "MARGE" DOYLE AGE: 61 OCCUPATION: Registered Nurse Executive
Marge Doyle is a native Californian, a registered nurse with nearly 4 decades as a leader in the healthcare industry and a social justice advocate who is passionate about protecting the people and the irreplaceable natural resources in her district. As an elected official to the Morongo Basin Healthcare District Marge worked across party lines and saved the only rural hospital in her home town from closing along, 600 associated jobs, and averted bankruptcy moving to financial stability with $15 million in reserves. All of this was accomplished in three years. Marge is running for congress to represent the residents in the 8th District. She will work for practical and sustainable solutions to ensure everyone has access to healthcare, protect our precious and irreplaceable public lands from drilling, draining and mining because they are directly tied to jobs and a sustainable economy in our district; protecting Social Security and Medicare which every working person paid into; ensure that those who served – our veterans receive the benefits and health care they were promised and work for a viable immigration policy that does not destroy families and communities. Marge has served as president and board member of the Morongo Basin Health District. She is also the treasurer of the Greater Yucca Valley Kiwanis, a member of Metropolitan Community Church and lives in Joshua Tree, California.
0108E-1 N SB 001-035 NAME: TIM DONNELLY AGE: 51 OCCUPATION: Former Assemblyman / Businessman
I'm Not a politician. I'm a Patriot, an ordinary citizen—who prior to ever holding elected office— stood up on the border as a Minuteman leader against an out-of-control Federal government, and demanded they do their job and secure the border. Congress is full of do-nothing politicians who think Government is the solution to every problem. But you and I know that Government is the problem. They need to live under the same laws as the rest of us. We deserve a representative who will fight to reform the VA until, at the very least, our veterans are treated better than illegal aliens—instead of just talking about it. There's no excuse for any representative, with our strong military heritage, to vote to use our military funds for sex-change surgeries. We deserve much better! If elected, here's what I will work to do: 1) Build the Wall. Defund Sanctuary Cities. Enforce all immigration laws. No amnesty, period. 2) Reform the VA so that we treat our Veterans with the dignity and respect they deserve. 3) Defend our 2nd Amendment without apology. 4) Oppose all new Taxes (including using the bully pulpit to fight the unfair Gas Tax), Fees, Entitlements and Expansions of Government. Period. 5) End Common Core, Restore Local Control. 6) Repeal ObamaCare. 7) Oppose unconstitutional EPA, BLM and other Federal Land Grabs. Endorsed by Real People, not Politicians! Learn more: Donnelly4Congress.com or call 760-933- 8460. Godspeed
0108E-2 N SB 001-036 CANDIDATE(S) FOR UNITED STATES REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT 31 NAME: PETE AGUILAR AGE: 38 OCCUPATION: United States Representative
Inland Empire families deserve a leader who will work across the aisle to deliver the results they deserve. As a fourth generation San Bernardino County resident, I understand the struggles of families throughout our community. As your current Representative in Congress, I'm working to fix these problems to improve the lives of families like yours and mine. I am running for re-election because I know how to bring Democrats and Republicans together to confront issues facing our community. I've worked with members of both parties on legislation to fix our broken immigration system, make college affordable, put veterans back to work and give law enforcement the tools they need to keep us safe. I led Democratic negotiations in the House of Representatives on legislation to create a pathway to citizenship for Dreamers currently facing deportation. My bipartisan legislation, the Uniting and Securing America (USA) Act makes sensible security improvements along the southern border and allows Dreamers to remain in the only country they've ever called home. And I've been fighting back against President Trump's agenda to repeal the Affordable Care Act and strip health care from millions of people, cut taxes for wealthy corporations on the backs of American workers, students and seniors and his attacks against immigrant communities. I am asking for your vote so we can continue expanding opportunities for Inland Empire families while standing up to President Trump's divisive policies and dangerous rhetoric. Visit www.peteaguilar.com to learn more. Thank you for your support.
NAME: KAISAR AHMED AGE: 68 OCCUPATION: Retired Teacher
Having worked as a schoolteacher for 28 years and an adjunct faculty member at 11 different colleges and universities for 32 years, I understand the value of education. I am also a parent of 4 children and a grandparent of 3. My two minor children, ages 16 and 10, attend public schools in the Inland Empire. Since my 10-year old son, Kiron, has autism, I am involved with entities that serve children with special needs. I am not a politician. If elected to Congress, I would work as a public servant for residents of the Inland Empire, especially children, seniors, and veterans, on the following issues: x Protect Medicare and Social Security: We must institute Medicare for all. x Protect DACA Recipients: Enact a clean DACA bill so the recipients can stay here legally since this is the only county they know. x Take Better Care of our Veterans. x Make College more Affordable: Make tuition free at public colleges and universities. x Give Tax Breaks to Small Businesses, since they create most of the jobs. I obtained 2 college degrees, 4 teaching credentials, and other licenses. I have worked with people from all walks of life including parents, counselors, and community workers. Respectfully, I am asking for your vote for United States Congress on 06/05/18 to enable me to serve children, seniors, and veterans. The constituents would have every right to vote me out if I fail to serve them faithfully. You may call me at 909-300-2920 or visit www.kaisarahmed.com. Thank you for your vote.
0131E-1 N SB 001-037 NAME: SEAN FLYNN AGE: 45 OCCUPATION: Small Business Owner / Economist / County Trustee
I'm running for Congress to create jobs, lower healthcare costs, improve the VA, and address crime and poverty in San Bernardino County. I'm a small business owner, economist, and the author of Economics for Dummies. I serve on the San Bernardino County Pension Board where I protect the retirement security of San Bernardino County residents. My parents, both military veterans, taught me the value of hard work, family, and freedom. Washington is failing the American people. Partisan politics have paralyzed Congress. I'm running because productivity matters. We need to elect independently minded candidates who will represent their constituents – not special interests. As your Congressman, I will advocate for proven, bipartisan solutions that focus on local issues. To that end, I've made three commitments: x I will not take a full congressional salary. I'll only accept the average household income in my district. I'll also introduce legislation requiring all representatives to do the same. Washington politicians should know first hand how high taxes and excess regulations impact their constituents' take-home pay. x I will self-impose term limits. Congress is full of career politicians whose main goal is to get reelected. My main goal is to deliver prosperity for you and your family. x I will maintain a robust district schedule. Representatives need to return from Washington to hear from their constituents and understand their needs. I'll have an open door policy. I've earned endorsements from public safety associations and community leaders including Congressman Paul Cook and Senator Mike Morrell. I humbly ask for your vote. Visit www.SeanFlynnForCongress.com or reach me directly at (909) 736-6901 or [email protected]
0131E-2 N SB 001-038 CANDIDATE(S) FOR UNITED STATES REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT 35 NAME: NORMA J. TORRES OCCUPATION: US Representative, District 35
It's been an honor serving you in Congress. I ask for your support so together we can continue our work to truly transform Washington. During the recession, I took on the big banks, fought to protect homeowners from predatory lenders, and secured $2 billion in federal aid to help homeowners keep their homes. I've been a fierce advocate for seniors, persons with disabilities, our environment, gender- equality, veterans, DREAMers, public safety, and fought efforts to repeal affordable healthcare. After my local job creation listening tour, I authored legislation to expand job training for displaced workers, legislation to protect cybersecurity infrastructure at our ports, and legislation to expand funding for public infrastructure projects that was included in a major transportation bill signed into law. I've been a strong advocate for local control of the Ontario International Airport and worked on bi- partisan legislation to transfer ownership to local authorities so our businesses can reach international markets and spur economic development that'll create good paying jobs. I'm proud of being an effective Member of Congress fighting to produce real results in an environment where extreme partisan politics often prevail. I'll continue to be a strong voice for working families and fight cuts to Medicare and Social Security. I'm committed to working with law enforcement to keep dangerous assault weapons off our streets and out of the hands of dangerous individuals to protect children from being murdered in their classrooms. I'm asking for your vote so I can continue to be your trusted voice for the Inland Empire.
0135E-1 N SB 001-039 CANDIDATE(S) FOR UNITED STATES REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT 39 NAME: SAM JAMMAL AGE: 36 OCCUPATION: Civil Rights Attorney
My name is Sam Jammal and I am a local Democrat with experience in business and government. Growing up in our community, I saw how hard families like mine worked to achieve the American Dream - but this is now slipping away. I am running for Congress because our government is not working for us. The Trump Administration has only made this worse. But this election isn't about the Trump Administration, it's about us. We need affordable health care, good-paying jobs and a secure retirement. We need to stand up to the NRA because our children deserve safe schools. This requires a Congressman with local roots who knows our community and is committed to fight for us. We also need someone who is experienced and can get real results – no more undelivered promises. I was raised in our community by working class, immigrant parents who taught me the values of faith and service. My youth was spent working at the Brea Mall, bussing tables in La Habra and cleaning suites at Angels Stadium. I put myself through law school, worked as a civil rights lawyer protecting immigrants, and served as a Chief of Staff in Congress and in the Obama Administration, where I helped small businesses compete. I moved back home three years ago to work for SolarCity and Tesla, where I focused on creating solar jobs in Southern California. As your Congressman, I will fight for you and make government work for us. Thank you for your consideration.
NAME: PHIL LIBERATORE OCCUPATION: Taxpayer Advocate / Businessowner
I strongly support President Trump and his America first agenda. I will fight to clean up Washington DC. I am a pro-taxpayer, pro-family, pro-life, pro-Second Amendment, pro-military, candidate. I believe strongly in restoring Judeo-Christian values! My wife and I have been married for over 35 years, and we've raised our children here in Southern California. We believe America is at a true crossroads, yet some Republicans in Congress have joined Democrats in opposing the President. Outrageous! I will fight to protect our borders and end illegal sanctuary cities. I oppose amnesty, and will ensure that ICE works hand-in-hand with local law enforcement to uphold federal immigration law. I am pro-military. Nations like North Korea and Iran must respect our strength and ability to protect our national interests. When they don't, I will support swift, decisive action. I will promote a strong foreign policy that will ensure our security and sustained global leadership. As a Constitutional conservative, I'll fight to preserve our First and Second Amendment rights! Here in California, I'll join efforts to repeal job-killing regulations, rebuild roads and decaying infrastructure and overturn the disastrous gas tax hike! We don't need another "establishment" candidate representing us in Congress. I'm a CPA and taxpayer advocate. I've fought for families and businesses who were unfairly targeted by the IRS for years. More importantly though, I am one of you! I believe in America and a renewed, revitalized California! I would be honored to have your support, as I run for Congress. www.PhilLiberatore.com.
0139E-1 N SB 001-040 NAME: HERBERT LEE AGE: 62 OCCUPATION: Physician / UCI Faculty
Herbert Lee MD is dedicated to reducing the financial burdens of U.S. Citizens in regards to health insurance premiums, co-pays, deductibles, and medications by 1) modifying current U.S. Health Care Acts or 2) repealing U.S. Health Care Acts, or 3) creating new U.S. Health Care Acts. Herbert Lee MD has over 30 years of experience as a physician and business owner. He has acquired a comprehensive understanding of U.S. Healthcare by working as a private practice physician, a Veterans Affairs hospital physician, and a hospital administrator. During that time, he has done his best to help his patients through their struggles caused by our messy healthcare system. Now Dr. Lee wants to fix the system so all Americans can have proper access to the care they need. The environment, gun safety, and women's rights are other issues of my concern. I will listen to the needs of constituents in California's 39th district. I will fight so the communities I represent will have a strong economy and a bright future. A vote for Herbert Lee MD is a vote to change U.S. Health Care for the better toward the greatest worldwide. Vote for Herbert Lee MD! Respectfully, Herbert Lee MD
NAME: YOUNG KIM OCCUPATION: Small Business Owner
A small-business owner and mother of four, Young Kim has real-world experience and a proven 25 year devotion to effective public Representative Ed Royce says: "Young knows our district, its people and its needs. She's a tireless and dedicated public servant who is, by far, the best candidate to represent our interests. Young will be an effective voice for middle-class families and for policies that keep our country secure, grow jobs, and increase opportunities." Elected to the California Assembly, Young fought partisanship and got results - championing responsible use of tax dollars, local schools, and public safety. She worked with both parties to pass a law protecting victims of domestic violence and their children. x Taxes: Young believes middle-class families deserve a break. She will fight to protect Prop. 13, stop gas and car tax increase, and restore federal tax deductions for Californians. x Spending: Young will use real-life business and entrepreneurial experience to attack the debt, balance the budget and stop wasteful spending on projects like the bullet train. x Economy: A small-business owner, Young will fight to reduce needless regulations, and to create good paying jobs that become careers - so current and future generations can thrive in California. Young is a community leader, businesswoman, public servant, who founded and serves on the Board of numerous community non-profit organizations. Representative Ed Royce and over 55 local city and school officials proudly endorse Young Kim. Learn more at KimforCongress2018.com.
0139E-2 N SB 001-041 NAME: STEVEN C. VARGAS AGE: 55 OCCUPATION: Councilmember / Safety Specialist
Are you ready for real change? For twenty years I've been a watchdog for fiscal responsibility and transparency; twice serving as a Councilmember, I am taking the next step to run as your advocate for the 39th Congressional District. My decade's long commitment to public service includes 21 years military experience with continued service as a Civil Engineering Corps Lieutenant; as an Iraqi War Veteran, my unique skill and knowledge will position me well with foreign affairs, military readiness and veteran's issues. I have also gained experience at the local, state and federal levels of government and been a leader in redevelopment reform, a pension reformer who helped pass Measure T taking away retirement benefits for city elected officials. I have established case law in government accountability by defending citizen's rights regarding ballot initiatives (Vargas vs. Balz). I continue to lead the fight for term limits of elected officials to prevent complacency and to promote independent thinking. I will work diligently to earn your trust and represent the 39th District honorably. My family stands with me in this important decision, I am asking for your support to move our country forward. Please Vote Vargas, June 5th. Visit our website: www.stevevargas.com. Thank you Chino Hills for your consideration!
NAME: ANDREW SAREGA AGE: 30 OCCUPATION: La Mirada City Councilman
America has always been the land of opportunity. My parents believed this so greatly they risked their lives, escaping communist Romania so that their children might have freedom and opportunity. They taught us to love God, cherish freedom, and never be afraid to stand for what you believe in. My father always reminded me that America provides one with opportunity, what you do with that opportunity is up to you. Taking that to heart I pursued a career in professional sports. Through hard work I was able to live and play professional soccer in Europe for a couple years. After an injury ended that career, I was honored to serve as a police officer with the City of Newport Beach. As a police officer I dedicated my life to the service of others. However, my motivation was always to do more. At 25 years of age, I became the youngest person ever elected to the La Mirada City Council. As a councilman, I sought to always put the residents first, even to the detriment of my own political career. I never cared to be a politician, I just wanted to serve those that elected me to do so. I now humbly ask for the honor of serving you in our nation's capital. Congress needs new blood. Leaders that will represent The People and not special interests. Together we can hold Washington accountable. Education: B.A. Criminal Justice, Cal State Fullerton Master's of Public Administration, National University Website: www.andrewsarega.com
0139E-3 N SB 001-042 NAME: KAREN LEE SCHATZLE AGE: 52 OCCUPATION: Deputy District Attorney
I am a first generation Latina-American dedicated to public service. At 21, I started with the Probation Department. I was assigned to the gang suppression unit. At night, I attended law school. While working full time, and attending school, I started my family. I had two children during law school and while pregnant with my third, passed the Bar, on my first attempt. I have dedicated myself to prosecuting child molesters, rapists, and career criminals. My tenure has exposed me to the worst of the worst. However, it wasn't until I decided to challenge a Judge, who abused his position, to have sex with his students in chambers, that I learned the extent of the vileness that plagues our community. My run for judge revealed that many elected officials only want to keep power and keep their friends in power, while doing nothing for their constituents. The opposition I faced from the Orange County elite, my 30 years' experience, and a strong desire to be the Peoples' voice, led me to run for Congress, without support of either party or solicited endorsements. I am no-nonsense, fair minded and tough on crime. I am a child of immigrants who taught me to work hard and be humble. I am a fighter for women, children and justice. I am beholden to no one, but you, the voters. The time has come for criminal justice reform, equality for women and justice for the oppressed. Send me to Washington to fight for California. www.karenforthehouse.com
NAME: GIL CISNEROS AGE: 47 OCCUPATION: Veterans, Education Advocate
Leaders must lead with their actions as well as their words. It's a lesson I learned as a United States Navy Officer. When I won the lottery, my duty was to help those who needed it most. My wife and I launched a foundation helping kids across the country attend college. Like me, many are the first in their family to earn a degree. But as we open doors for them, Washington is shutting them out. I'm sick of politicians who've turned their back on our communities and sold out to special interests. I'll stand up for our families - and won't take corporate PAC money. My priorities are better jobs and higher wages. I'll fight for equal pay for women and paid family leave. I will always protect a woman's right to choose and Planned Parenthood funding. As the son of a Vietnam veteran who suffered health problems from Agent Orange and lost his insurance, I understand the healthcare challenges families face. I'll take on insurance companies and Big Pharma and fight for Medicare-for-All to ensure affordable care for everyone. As a strong advocate for immigrant families and children, I will stand up to the Trump Administration and Republican attacks on immigrants and protect Dreamers brought to this country at a young age. Washington's inaction to mass shootings is outrageous. I'll take on the NRA, require background checks and ban assault weapons. I'm proudly endorsed by VoteVets, GIFFORDS: Courage to Fight Gun Violence, SEIU, and End Citizens United. www.cisnerosforcongress.com
0139E-4 N SB 001-043 NAME: JOHN J. CULLUM AGE: 50 OCCUPATION: Business Owner / Accountant
As Californians, we are challenged more than ever by the economy, immigration, unemployment and increasing taxation. Our government has become an establishment of career politicians. It is time to change the status quo in Washington and elect new leadership. I believe, like our Founding Fathers, that serving in Congress is a civic duty, and I will always do what is right for America! The establishment are politicians that are running for that next stepping stone to their political careers - no more! Last election, the people of America spoke up and their voices were heard – remove the establishment! We must act and elect a Representative of the people, not another Washington insider. Conservative principles will restore the greatness of this nation; I promise to work tirelessly for you on issues such as border security, economic growth, national defense and fixing healthcare. Choose a conservative who holds your values and beliefs. This election will not be determined by money, endorsements or name recognition, but rather the candidate who embodies the will of the people. I believe that I am that person. The only endorsement that counts is yours. Together we need to bring conservatism back to California. If you have questions or comments, call me at 714-313-3166 or visit www.Vote4Cullum.com. When someone works for you, you have access. We can change the Washington landscape - Your vote can make America greater than ever before! I am asking for your vote! Vote for John Cullum! God Bless America.
NAME: MAI KHANH TRAN AGE: 53 OCCUPATION: Doctor / Mother / Teacher
I've spent my life overcoming long odds, and giving back to America for all it's given me. I was brought to America as a nine-year-old orphan/refugee after the fall of Saigon in 1975. I'll always remember the American marine carrying me off the plane in San Francisco. I was lost and afraid, but I felt safe in his presence. As a teenager, I worked picking berries with other migrant families and dedicated all my time to studying. Through my efforts, I was accepted into Harvard, worked my way through college cleaning bathrooms, and went on to medical school and a residency at UCLA. For the last twenty-five years, I've lived in Orange County, raising my family here and caring for thousands of local children and their families as a pediatrician. I also volunteer to treat local kids who can't afford healthcare, and in my office, I teach and mentor medical students, residents, clinical pediatricians, and nurses. I'm also a two-time breast cancer survivor. Despite my rough start, I've been incredibly lucky in life. I never wanted to do anything professionally but give back to my community, and I never imagined myself as anything but a pediatrician. But with everything I see going on in the country, I feel I have to help in a bigger way. In Congress, I want to focus on fixing healthcare; improving workplaces for women; and giving our children the opportunities they need to reach their full potential. Dr. Mai Khanh Tran Doctor/Mother/Teacher http://doctran2018.com/
0139E-5 N SB 001-044 NAME: ANDY THORBURN AGE: 74 OCCUPATION: Healthcare Educator / Entrepreneur
Democrat Andy Thorburn is a former classroom teacher and workers' rights advocate, running for Congress to fight for social and economic justice for all. Andy is endorsed by Bernie Sanders' organization Our Revolution, by the California Nurses Association, and students and teachers across the district because he has dedicated his whole life to fighting for social and economic justice. As a young teacher Andy spent 30 days in jail for peacefully protesting education cuts and advocating for safer schools. A healthcare educator, Andy is fighting for Medicare for All. Andy has worked in healthcare in over 150 countries, and he knows that the only way to fix our broken healthcare system is to ensure care for everyone and lower the prices of prescription drugs. Andy does not accept money from PACs or corporations. He'll close corporate tax loopholes, fight against Wall Street greed, and advocate for debt-free public college. As a member of an interracial and multicultural family, Andy believes America's diversity is our strength. In Congress, Andy will combat the racism of the Trump administration and fight to protect DACA. A passionate advocate for social justice, he will work to fully fund planned parenthood, support the LGBTQ community and fight for common sense gun laws that protect our kids. Andy has been married to his wife, Karen, for 37 years, and they have two adopted children together. The Thorburns have lived in Orange County for the past 18 years. Vote for Andy Thorburn for social and economic justice. www.AndyThorburn.com
NAME: BOB HUFF OCCUPATION: Small Business Owner
Bob Huff is a conservative who is not afraid to take on the establishment and fight for what is right for our families. He will work to end a welfare system that traps people in poverty by paying them not to work. Bob will fight to require people to work in order to receive government benefits and fight to eliminate fraud and abuse in our welfare system. Bob will also work to: x Ensure illegal immigrants who are dangerous, violent criminals are not allowed to stay in the country. x Hold corrupt officials accountable. x Support a balanced budget that requires that if Members of Congress don't pass a budget then they don't get paid. x Ensure America's military is prepared and has the resources needed to defend our country. Bob Huff gets results and doesn't worry about being politically correct. As a Conservative legislative leader, Bob x Led efforts to kick corrupt Senators out of office. x Saved the state billions of dollars by cutting waste in the welfare system and requiring mandatory fingerprinting of welfare recipients. x Was 100% rated by the California Taxpayers Association Bob also reduced his own salary, led successful efforts in the legislature to eliminate pay increases for politicians during times when the state had a deficit and helped kill billions in tax hikes. Bob has earned endorsements from four Chino Hills Councilmembers. He asks for your vote to help clean up Washington D.C. and to fight for our families." www.BobHuff4Congress.com
0139E-6 N SB 001-045 NAME: SHAWN NELSON AGE: 51 OCCUPATION: County Supervisor
Serving the people of my lifetime district as a county Supervisor, former councilman, and Mayor of Fullerton has been a privilege. I first ran for office as a small businessman with a vision to fix problems and help local families. Now more than ever our Nation needs solutions to wasteful spending and unaccountable bureaucrats. As a Washington outsider, I'll use common sense and local values to: x Keep Us Safe: It is my highest priority to secure our Southern border, reform our broken immigration system, fight terrorism, and destroy ISIS. x Take Care of Our Veterans: Demanding veterans receive the care and mental health services they have earned. The heroes who served our country deserve better than VA inefficiency and bureaucracy. x Boost Our Economy: San Bernardino County Supervisor Curt Hagman and California State Assemblyman Phillip Chen endorse me because they know I'll fight government overreach to create good jobs and I'll cut wasteful spending to balance the budget. x Strengthen Our Military: By modernizing, growing and investing in our troops. x Solve Homelessness: I fought to fast track the first permanent year-round shelter and I'll continue to lead county efforts to fix the problem of homelessness. x Expand Infrastructure: Having served as chairman of Metrolink and OCTA my priority is to expand and maintain highways, railways, and ports. x Fix Our Healthcare: I'll mend our healthcare system to provide more choices for quality healthcare at an affordable cost. I would be honored to have your vote and represent my home community in the 39th District. ShawnNelsonForCongress.com Phone: (657) 243-0185
0139E-7 N SB 001-046 CANDIDATE(S) FOR STATE SENATOR DISTRICT 16 NAME: SHANNON GROVE OCCUPATION: Small Businesswoman
I appreciate this opportunity to share why I am running for State Senate to represent the people of Kern and Tulare Counties, and the high desert of San Bernardino County. After serving in the US Army in Germany during the fall of the Berlin Wall, I returned to Bakersfield and started a business that helps people find jobs. Creating jobs has given me insight into laws and regulations that stifle job growth. Many of these regulations are duplicative, costly and unnecessarily burdensome for industries such as agriculture, healthcare, energy and construction. This experience and lots of prayer led to my first political office; in 2010 I was elected to the California Assembly. During those six years, my vote was to use each tax dollar wisely and protect our freedom. My philosophy is based on the Declaration of Independence that we are "…endowed by (our) Creator with certain unalienable Rights…" The California Legislature is often willing to take away rights guaranteed to us by our Constitution. My priorities include energy and water infrastructure to keep our economy growing – ensuring that agriculture, diaries, and ranches produce quality food domestically. I oppose the Legislature's increased gas tax and car registration fees; instead, I'll insist that gas and fuel taxes are only spent on building and repairing roads. Equally important are safe neighborhoods and schools with tough anti-drug / anti-crime policies. We know drugs and crime go hand in hand. Please visit shannongrove.net. I'm Shannon Grove, I would be honored to have your vote.
0216E-1 N SB 001-047 CANDIDATE(S) FOR MEMBER OF THE STATE ASSEMBLY DISTRICT 33 NAME: JAY OBERNOLTE AGE: 47 OCCUPATION: Assemblyman / Business Owner
It has been my honor to serve as your State Assemblyman. Since first elected in 2014, I have authored 27 bills signed into law which have made state government more transparent, more efficient, rolled back regulations and saved taxpayers money. I have also helped stop hundreds of billions in tax increases. However, there is still much work to do. Californians pay the highest sales, income and total gas taxes in the nation, as well as the highest business tax in the western United States and unaffordably high property taxes. Despite this, our infrastructure is crumbling, our schools are ranked near the bottom nationally, violent crime is on the rise, our state pension debt is increasing, and we have the highest poverty of any state in the country. Sacramento is clearly failing us on quality of life issues. However, I still believe we can restore the American dream in California if we elect leaders who will: x Stop harmful tax increases x Eliminate wasteful spending x Prioritize spending on essential government services like schools, roads and water storage x Keep violent criminals behind bars x Defend our Constitutional rights As your Assemblyman I have done those things, and I pledge to continue with your support. I've earned 100% ratings from the California Taxpayers Association, National Federation of Independent Business and California Police Chiefs Association. I have fought to improve the quality of life for all Californians, and I ask for your support to continue this fight. Visit www.ElectJay.com to learn more about me and my values.
NAME: SCOTT MARKOVICH AGE: 56 OCCUPATION: Contractor / Board Member
With more than 12 years of public service as a School Board Trustee for RIM of the World School District I have provided financial and administrative leadership in governing a multimillion dollar District budget that employs 180 teachers and staff who work for more than 3,200 students in grades K - 12. This coupled with more than 25 years of service as one of Lake Arrowhead's leading new home contractor-builders, I am in the unique position to understand how to build sustainable economic communities in both the private and public sector. As your representative for the 33rd District I will work to: a) Defend the State and Federal Constitutions; b) Create legislation to reduce Homeowner Property Taxes to minimize the financial burden to Seniors and the Middle Class; c) Stimulate the construction of new homes by reducing contractor regulations and make permit fees less financially burdensome; d) Form a MultiCity Resource Governance Committee to protect our natural resources in tandem with a Regional Development Plan that stimulates sustainable business and job growth in the High Desert; e) Continue to provide leadership in the Field of Education; f) Create Educational and Vocational Pathways that lead to the establishment of a permanent 4 Year High Desert University and Medical Center; g) Continue to advocate for successful collective bargaining, legitimate worker rights and appropriate privileges in the workplace; and, h) Reduce the strangle hold of State regulations that stymie business and job growth in the 33rd District.
0333E-1 N SB 001-048 CANDIDATE(S) FOR MEMBER OF THE STATE ASSEMBLY DISTRICT 40 NAME: HENRY GOMEZ NICKEL AGE: 39 OCCUPATION: Mayor Pro Tem / Small Businessman
As your next State Assembly Member, I promise to be the voice of working families, seniors, students and small business. I promise to remember where I come from, that I work for you and to remain open and transparent. Sacramento politicians are out of touch. Our taxes are too high. Crime is destroying communities. The education system is in decline. Good paying jobs are leaving. Housing is unaffordable. More Californians are living in poverty. Born and raised here, this district is our home. With your vote, we will fix California's growing problems. We must hold our representatives accountable. Decisions concerning our lives must be made by us, not Sacramento politicians. We must repeal the $52 billion gas tax increase and use our tax dollars for the intended purpose. We must invest in a prosperous future by modernizing our infrastructure. We must invest in local law enforcement. We must stop the release of dangerous sex offenders into our communities by repealing Propositions 47 and 57. Together we will reduce taxes, support law enforcement, restore our communities, invest in essential workforce skills, grow our economy, increase homeownership and return prosperity to working families. As a small business owner, former educator and local elected representative who listens to the voice of our community, I am committed to bringing opportunity back to our region and the Golden State. Together, we can make the California Dream a reality. I humbly ask for your vote. Learn more at www.henrynickel.com or call me anytime at (909) 733-6208.
0340E-1 N SB 001-049 CANDIDATE(S) FOR MEMBER OF THE STATE ASSEMBLY DISTRICT 42 NAME: GARY M. JEANDRON AGE: 63 OCCUPATION: Retired Police Chief
Gary Jeandron - Police Chief Retired I'm the only candidate to have the endorsement of the California Republican Assembly because of my core conservative values. I'm a lifelong Republican and I'm running to bring those principles to the State Assembly. My entire life has been about public service. For 34 years I served the public, working my way up from records clerk to Chief of Police. I was awarded the Medal of Courage, Police Officer of the Year, and was shot in the line of duty chasing a violent criminal. I served my Community for 10 years as an elected board member of the Palm Springs Unified School District. I signed the No New Tax Pledge; I will vote against tax increases and will fight to repeal the gas tax. As your State Assemblyman, I will work to keep violent criminals off the streets and I will vote to protect the Second Amendment. Senator Jeff Stone supports me stating, "We need people like Gary Jeandron in the Assembly who will stand up to special interests, protect taxpayers and fight for working families. The people of the 42nd District deserve an Assemblyman who will put the interest of the people ahead of the big money special interest that seems to run Sacramento and Gary Jeandron will make us proud." I ask for your vote.
NAME: ANDREW F. KOTYUK OCCUPATION: Councilman / Small Businessman
U.S. Navy Veteran, successful small businessman, Andrew Kotyuk is a conservative family man with a background in finance and economics through Wharton School of Business. Andrew is running for Assembly to fight higher taxes, onerous regulations, and stop out of control spending. He's done it before. As Mayor and Councilman, Andrew brought San Jacinto back from near bankruptcy after 4 councilmembers were indicted. He inherited a multi-million deficit and by reforming pensions and cutting waste, balanced the budget without raising taxes. San Jacinto is ranked in the top 9% of California cities for fiscal management with a fully funded budget reserve. He's had similar results as Chairman of Metrolink and the Riverside Transit Agency, saving millions of tax-payer dollars. Experienced in public-safety, water, transportation, pensions, labor unions and education, Kotyuk is known for fixing organizations. As Charter School President at San Jacinto Valley Academy, he drove graduations rates to 100%. A life member of the NRA and VFW, American Legion and Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association member, Andrew is committed to protecting our values, oppose any new taxes, and signed the Taxpayer Protection Pledge. California is broken: homelessness, crumbling infrastructure, bloated government pensions, and out of control taxes. Despite the highest revenues in the nation, we are the highest taxed in the nation. Our tax dollars are being used to fund illegal aliens, High-Speed Rail, and unnecessary government programs and regulations. It's time to reform our budget and cut the spending. Join Supervisor Kevin Jeffries, Senator Joel Anderson, Assemblyman Randy Voepel, former Senate Republican Leader Dennis Hollingsworth, and the Redlands Tea Party Patriots, and make California golden again, Vote for Andrew Kotyuk.
0342E-1 N SB 001-050 NAME: CHAD MAYES AGE: 40 OCCUPATION: Member of the State Assembly
I'm hopeful and optimistic that our best days are before us. Standing together, we've risen above the negativity and shouting of today's politics and stayed true to the calling of a public servant and put people first. I'm proud that we've kept our word and sought to provide people with more freedom, and not less. Too many in our community don't have a high school education and have limited opportunity to improve their lives. By listening and applying conservative principals, my anti-poverty bill is now law and provides economic incentives to encourage people on welfare to get their education – better prepared to achieve their dreams. Those dreams will be realized as long as California continues to lead through innovation. We extended - and expanded - the sales and use tax credit, so California companies can now purchase state-of-the-art manufacturing equipment and create tens of thousands of good paying jobs. Instead of just talking about reducing harmful regulations that kill jobs; we actually rolled back regulations. For that reason as well as my commitment to protect Proposition 13, the California Chamber of Commerce awarded me a perfect 100% rating. I don't have all the answers, but I've kept my word. I promised to cut taxes, reduce regulations, save California jobs and put people first. As your voice in Sacramento, we've done just that. There's more work to do. I would be honored to have your continued trust and support. ChadMayes.com
0342E-2 N SB 001-051 CANDIDATE(S) FOR MEMBER OF THE STATE ASSEMBLY DISTRICT 47 NAME: ELOISE REYES AGE: 62 OCCUPATION: Assemblymember / Businesswoman / Attorney
The Inland Empire is where I was born, raised, opened my law practice, raised my family, and volunteered. I love our community and I want to see it prosper. As your Assemblymember I am keeping my commitment to: x Ensure that we have both clean air and good jobs and invest in our infrastructure x Protect the benefits and rights our seniors deserve x Stand up for women and end the culture of harassment x Focus on ending homelessness among veterans x Support and provide resources for victims of gun violence x Expand access to education and workforce development x Lift up communities that have been left behind My focus is on this community. For nearly 30 years, I provided free legal services to help vulnerable residents defend themselves against corporations, worked with our youth in their leadership development, and served our seniors and veterans through many community groups. As your Assemblymember, I will continue to help Inland Empire families get ahead. Since elected I have been elevated to leadership and appointed to several influential Committees including Appropriations, Judiciary, and Utilities and Energy. I serve as the Chair of the Select Committee on Environmental Quality and the Green Economy in the Inland Empire. For every leadership role given to me, I have ensured that our community benefits, bringing resources and opportunities to the region I represent. I am proud to be endorsed by the California Democratic Party, teachers, labor, police, firefighters, nurses, seniors, and veterans. I hope to earn your vote. Vote Eloise Reyes for Assembly. I continue to be on your side. www.ReyesForAssembly.com
0347E-1 N SB 001-052 CANDIDATE(S) FOR MEMBER OF THE STATE ASSEMBLY DISTRICT 55 NAME: SCOTT LEBDA AGE: 50 OCCUPATION: Self Employed
My name is Scott Lebda. I am a business entrepreneur, past executive officer and business investor. My wife and I have raised our two sons in Yorba Linda over the past 23 years. As a husband, father and business owner I have been blessed with a terrific wife, family and business career. It was never my intention to enter political office in any capacity. However, seeing the challenges facing our district I have felt a calling to offer my efforts. I believe I can offer the necessary combination of experience and knowledge we need to overcome these challenges. I earned my BA degree summa cum laude as an Air Force Reserve officer and my MBA at USC as a dean's scholar. In my business career I have provided consulting services to many of our states largest employers. My past leadership roles include serving as COO, CEO and President of major corporations. I founded my own manufacturing corporation here in Orange County. I am proud to have created hundreds of jobs and count this as my most satisfying professional accomplishment. Personally, my family and I are close to many of the current issues we all face. We to are impacted by excessive taxes that have failed to create a better community. As a business owner I have seen the negative effects of government regulation. I promise to challenge the current status in Sacramento, drive economic opportunity for everyone and govern to the constitution that created this great state and nation.
NAME: PHILLIP CHEN OCCUPATION: State Assemblyman / Small Business Owner
My efforts to reduce regulatory burden and attract better-paying jobs earned me a 100% rating from the Chamber of Commerce. The Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association has given me an "A" rating for my work to protect Proposition 13 and oppose the $52 billion gas and car tax. The California Police Chiefs Association gave me a 100% rating because I helped ensure that first responders have the resources necessary to protect our families and homes. I've made communities safer by cracking down on sex traffickers, making it illegal for sex offenders to live within 35 miles of their victims, and ensuring prosecutors have the tools to convict rapists. To make government more efficient, I pushed for audits of the DMV and the High-Speed Rail Authority. I demanded an audit of the UC Regents after they wanted to raise tuition while the UC President kept a $174 million secret reserve, wasted tax dollars on travel and had a taxpayer funded condo. I will fight to ensure our tax dollars are used to improve our infrastructure and fight gridlock - not on politicians' pet projects The Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association, the Peace Officers Research Association of California, County Supervisor Curt Hagman, Mayor Peter Rogers and the entire Chino Hills City Council support me. I would be honored if you joined them. Visit www.phillipchen.org.
0355E-1 N SB 001-053 CANDIDATE(S) FOR JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT, OFFICE 2 NAME: ARTHUR A. HARRISON OCCUPATION: Judge of the Superior Court
I have diligently served San Bernardino County as a Superior Court Judge for 17 years handling cases from violent crime to Juvenile, Civil and Family Law, have served as a Supervising Judge and was 2016 Judicial Officer of the Year, Family Law. I am a married father with lifetime ties to this county. Also: a veteran US Army helicopter pilot, San Bernardino County Deputy Marshal/Sergeant 10 years, San Bernardino County Prosecutor 14 years handling serious and violent crimes, including gang and organized crime cases. I am the only candidate supported by District Attorney Michael Ramos, Sheriff John McMahon, Current and former Presiding Judges VanderFeer, Haight III, and Sachs, plus numerous Superior Court Judges and Commissioners, and numerous law enforcement organizations including the Chiefs of Police and Sheriff's Association, Sheriff's Employees' Benefit Association, plus the Public Attorneys Association Prosecutors PAC, and Defense and Civil Attorneys. Having been assigned throughout this County, I have developed extensive insight into the issues facing our communities. I will continue to treat all persons appearing before me with dignity and respect, to protect victims of crime, hold the guilty responsible, and to safeguard the constitutional rights of all our citizens. More information and photos at: http://www.JudgeHarrison.com
1502E-1 N SB 001-054 CANDIDATE(S) FOR MEMBER, BOARD OF SUPERVISORS DISTRICT 2 COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO NAME: MARC STEINORTH AGE: 47 OCCUPATION: Assemblyman / Small Businessman
As your Assemblyman, I'm working hard to be the voice of families, workers, seniors, students and small businesses. I believe that actions speak louder than words. I've taken action for our community. As the owner of a small, family-run business, I'm focused on growing our local economy and bringing good-paying jobs to our region. I fought against the gas tax increase and $375 billion in new taxes and saved over 200,000 high paying jobs. We're tired of politicians sitting around while dangerous criminals are released into our neighborhoods. I'm the only candidate supported by law enforcement because I've fought to increase punishments for sex offenders, keep guns away from felons and keep violent criminals in jail, where they belong. I've increased investment in vocational training to give our students the skills necessary to be successful in future high-paying careers. We deserve to be represented by people we can trust, that's why I'm working on campaign finance reform to hold politicians accountable and stop them from financially benefiting from their campaigns. I've brought customer service back to government through transparency and accessibility. I humbly ask for your vote. Please don't hesitate to call me personally at 909-353-0499 or visit MarcSteinorth.com.
NAME: JANICE RUTHERFORD AGE: 49 OCCUPATION: Member, Board of Supervisors District 2
As your County Supervisor for the last 8 years, I have a reputation for asking the tough questions needed to make smart, informed decisions for our community. We have housed hundreds of homeless veterans, embraced jobs-friendly policies, enacted ethics reforms, developed rules to protect the environment and promote clean air & energy, and worked with the private sector to expand Ontario International Airport and attract more tourists & businesses to our region. My goal is to continue to improve County government and make sure that we deliver core government services the best we possibly can. And where other organizations like charities are better suited to help, I want to make sure government gets out of their way. We cannot forget about the struggles families and small businesses face every day in California. That's why I'm motivated to improve the quality of life for those who live, work and invest in San Bernardino County. I hope you will join me in working to make our County as great as it can be. I would appreciate your vote. If you have questions, please call me at (909) 294-6447. www.JaniceRutherford.com Thanks, Janice
3012E-1 N SB 001-055 CANDIDATE(S) FOR MEMBER, BOARD OF SUPERVISORS DISTRICT 4 COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO NAME: CURT HAGMAN AGE: 53 OCCUPATION: San Bernardino County Supervisor / Small Business Owner
As your County Supervisor, I've kept my promises to make our community safer, create new jobs and cut government waste. My efforts helped San Bernardino County take Ontario Airport back from the City of Los Angeles. With my leadership, Ontario Airport is becoming a regional economic engine that's improving our economy, bringing new investment to our region and creating good paying jobs. To protect neighborhoods from crime, I increased the number of deputies on patrol and supported funding victim's advocates to help women leave domestic violence situations. By investing in infrastructure, we created jobs while repairing roads. By advocating for telemedicine and innovative paramedic programs, we improved patient access to healthcare. By organizing job fairs, I helped Veterans get employment opportunities they deserve. Working with my colleagues, we dramatically reduced veteran homelessness! As your Supervisor, I'll continue working for a stronger economy, safer neighborhoods, quality schools, better roads and infrastructure. My efforts earned endorsements from Inland Empire Taxpayers Association, Sheriff McMahon, District Attorney Ramos, Superintendent Ted Alejandre; all four County Supervisors, firefighters, education leaders; every Councilmember in Ontario, Chino Hills; four of five Councilmembers in Chino, Upland and Montclair. I ask for the honor of your vote June 5. www.curthagman.com.
NAME: GLORIA NEGRETE MCLEOD OCCUPATION: Vice President, Chaffey College Board Member
It has been an honor and privilege to serve this district for 23 years in public service as your Chaffey College Board Member, your U.S. Congresswoman and your California State Assembly and Senate Member. The experience at the local, state, and federal level enables me to effectively represent you as a San Bernardino County Supervisor to work on programs that benefit the 4th District. I am a Board Member of Protect Chino. In 2017, as a Board Member, Chaffey was one of the nation's top ten community colleges, it is on the list again. In Congress, I worked to ensure San Bernardino County received federal funds. I strived to improve our transportation system and improve quality local jobs opportunities in the California Legislature. My Senate and Assembly enacted legislation restored local authority to schools, protected services for seniors and veterans, ground water cleanup, transportation, and public safety. My husband Gilbert, retired police, and I raised our large family here. We are vested in this district where we have lived and worked for 48 years. As your Supervisor, I will serve with the same steadfast dedication I have always given as a public servant, but I cannot do it without you. I need, and would be honored to receive, your vote.
3014E-1 N SB 001-056 CANDIDATE(S) FOR AUDITOR-CONTROLLER / TREASURER / TAX COLLECTOR COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO NAME: OSCAR VALDEZ AGE: 50 OCCUPATION: Auditor-Controller / Treasurer / Tax Collector
As a Sergeant in the United States Army, I fought to protect our country in Operation Desert Storm. Today, as San Bernardino County's new Auditor-Controller/Treasurer/Tax Collector, I'm working to safeguard your tax dollars here at home. My qualifications include: x Financial Manager – Former Assistant Auditor-Controller/Treasurer/Tax Collector, Chief Deputy Controller, and Finance Officer with 22 years of experience in auditing, accounting, budgeting and county finance. x Public Watchdog – Promoting our Taxpayer Hotline to stop fraud, waste and abuse. x Tax Fighter – Unanimously appointed as our County's top elected financial officer. Endorsed by the Inland Empire Taxpayers Association. I am dedicated to protecting our $6.5 billion County Treasury by: 1) Scrutinizing expenses to eliminate waste; 2) Restoring property tax assistance programs for our disabled and senior citizens; 3) Preserving school funding to improve educational opportunities for our youth; 4) Member of the Treasury Oversight Committee who demands strict investment standards to prevent risk and ensure a safe, stable return on your tax dollars; 5) Increasing public access to County financial information. Personal: Military Veteran. Graduate of California State University, San Bernardino. Earned my Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Accounting. Married for 21 years. Blessed with 2 children. I would be honored to earn your vote. www.OscarValdez2018.com
NAME: ENSEN MASON AGE: 49 OCCUPATION: Taxpayer Advocate / CPA
Taxpayers need someone to represent them as San Bernardino County Auditor- Controller/Treasurer/Tax Collector! Every County Department must be audited to eliminate wasteful spending and improve efficiency. County Auditor-Controller must expose duplication of effort, unnecessary staffing and fraud. County Treasurer must protect taxpayers by getting more for their money. I will maximize San Bernardino County's return on investment and improve management of public funds. County Tax Collector must respect taxpayers' rights and safeguard their due process protections. I will be an advocate for taxpayers, not bureaucrats and politicians. As an elected School Board Member, I fought for kids and parents and improved the efficiency of district operations. As a small business owner and never a government employee, I'll fight for and represent San Bernardino County residents and taxpayers. I have thirty years' experience representing taxpayers as Certified Public Accountant with an M.B.A. from University of Redlands. A Member of Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association, I'm proud to have earned endorsement from the California Taxpayers Protection Committee and High Desert Taxpayer Association. I'm a strong supporter of Proposition 13 and oppose all tax increases. Please join the broad based coalition of businesspeople, labor, veterans, educators, police, firefighters, doctors, nurses and seniors supporting my campaign to reform and modernize the San Bernardino County Auditor-Controller/Treasurer/Tax Collector. Put Taxpayers First! Visit ensenmason.com.
3030E-1 N SB 001-057 CANDIDATE(S) FOR DISTRICT ATTORNEY COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO NAME: JASON ANDERSON AGE: 46 OCCUPATION: Attorney / Law Professor
It's time for a change in the San Bernardino District Attorney's Office. I am a veteran prosecutor, serving 17 years as Deputy District Attorney, prosecuting child abusers and molesters. I will bring trustworthy, ethical and committed leadership when it's needed most. The District Attorney should aggressively prosecute cases that can be proved beyond a reasonable doubt. Political gamesmanship and personal ambition will have no place in my administration. I will work to reduce repeat offenders, pushing back against Sacramento politicians who are making our communities less safe. I will partner with community leaders to ensure everyone is treated fairly and focus on the most important task of prosecuting violent offenders and child molesters. I am a law professor at La Verne College of Law, where I've instructed many current Deputy District Attorneys, and an attorney in private practice. I've also served as an elected member of the Ontario City Council and as an appointed member of the Ontario Planning Commission. I'm proud to be endorsed by former District Attorney Dennis Stout, former Deputy District Attorneys Carolyn Youngberg and Michael Risley, retired Police Chiefs Martin Thouvanell and Jeff Mendenhall, former County Supervisor Gary Ovitt and Upland Councilman Gino Fillipi.
NAME: MICHAEL RAMOS AGE: 60 OCCUPATION: District Attorney
Since you first elected me in 2002, I accomplished the following: x Cracked down on gangs x Made victims' rights a priority x Fought human trafficking x Rooted out public corruption x Formed Crimes Against Peace Officers Unit "Mike Ramos has proven his commitment to public safety. Our 3,700 law enforcement professionals who protect this community give Ramos our endorsement." Grant Ward, President, Sheriff's Employees' Benefit Association Since the inception of my Gang Unit, we have put over 6,000 gang members in state prison for more than 50,000 years and 303 life terms. Our Human Trafficking Prosecution Unit has convicted 75 pimps who are serving 689 years in prison, including 5 life sentences. "Representing over 200 Deputy District Attorneys, our Prosecutors Association endorses Mike Ramos for reelection. He's an ethical prosecutor and an outspoken advocate for victims." Lance Cantos, Association Chairman and Deputy District Attorney I had the honor of representing San Bernardino County as president of the National District Attorneys Association. I am proud to be endorsed by my attorneys, law enforcement, firefighters, victims' rights groups, and Sheriff John McMahon. I will continue fighting for justice. I ask for your vote. Learn more at joinmikeramos.com.
3040E-1 N SB 001-058 CANDIDATE(S) FOR MEMBER, CITY COUNCIL CITY OF ADELANTO NAME: JOY JEANNETTE OCCUPATION: Organizational Management / Retired
I Joy Jeannette, will continue to fight for transparency, honesty, and values that will bring our families, and businesses together working as partners developing our youth as future leaders. My strengths are Business, Organizational Management and Programs. As Commissioner of Planning, Parks and Recreation for almost three years, as a team member, I have a proven record of success. My vision of a dog park and Forever Homes For Fur Babies of residents who no longer can care for their pet, is a reality. I am committed to community safety, economic development, lowering of tax's, re-building our infrastructure, bringing quality water to Adelanto, lowering our water bills, fixing our communication problems by insisting all notices and venues are in our water bills, and having a live person answer the cities phone line during regular business hours.. Adelanto Little League because of a robbery, I secured a generous donor who supplied all their needs. My passions are families, kids, Excellence In Leadership, National Spirit of Freedom Veterans 1st, Relay For Life..and seniors. I am available, and here to serve you call: 805-734-7945. I am Your Voice Your Choice. Thank you for your Vote.
NAME: DIANA ESMERALDA HOLTE-COSATO AGE: 41 OCCUPATION:
My lifetime of experience with children and animals and involvement with our city has given me a unique perspective on what our community needs. With my expertise in planning, I will create 1, 3, and 5 year city and community activities goals. In addition, we will create a master plan for our city. My passion is my community, and creating a city where everyone has equal opportunity. I am familiar with cannabis business; I support industrial hemp, medicinal cannabis, and reasonable regulation. Currently, I am serving in a volunteer capacity as Secretary on the Board for High Desert Cannabis Association. I work thousands of hours listening to the patients in Adelanto and the High Desert communities. As your Council Person, together, we will move forward.
4111E-1 N SB 001-059 CANDIDATE(S) FOR MEMBER, CITY COUNCIL CITY OF LOMA LINDA NAME: DAVID SANNER AGE: 33 OCCUPATION: Physician
I have a deep connection to Loma Linda. It is my birthplace and the city I've called home for nearly ten years now. As a neighbor and member of the medical community, I've been afforded the opportunity to learn more about what's important to support our collective values. I believe that our university medical center is a vital piece of our makeup, but not the only piece. We have an incredibly talented and diverse population and I am committed to finding ways for us to come together to help our community thrive. I welcome the opportunity to bring a fresh perspective and energy to help make that happen.
NAME: GABRIEL URIBE AGE: 33 OCCUPATION: Public Health Manager
I am a proud Loma Linda resident looking to serve city residents and people who work, worship or visit our beautiful city. As a graduate of La Sierra University and a public health professional my focus has always been to serve and improve the communities that have become my home. As a professional I have implemented programs that have provided foster youth, low-income families, women, people who are LGBT+, seniors and persons with disabilities access to appropriate healthcare and access to basic services. As a community leader I am aware that fiscal responsibility and doing the right thing are not mutually exclusive. I believe that safe communities happen when citizens genuinely care for others. When we set the stage for our children to have safe places to play in, learn in, and grow in we begin to eliminate spaces that foster crime and contempt toward fellow citizens. As a Council Member I will ensure our resources are focused on Improving the standards for all residents, ensuring city services are provided with great customer service. I will provide opportunities for public personnel to work side-by-side with residents to meet their needs and fulfill the city's motto, Serving Man.
4C11E-1 N SB 001-060 NAME: RON DAILEY AGE: 68 OCCUPATION: Retired University Administrator
It has been my privilege and honor to serve our community as a member of the Loma Linda City Council for the past eight years. These years have been eventful and enriching for me personally, and for our City. I enjoy the interaction with so many of you in addressing issues and opportunities in our community. I am pleased with the way in which the Council has collaborated and been united in identifying and resolving challenges that emerge in our city and am proud of the progress we have made. There are four priorities that have and will continue to guide my involvement in our City's governance. They are: x Maintain transparent, ethical and collegial representation in our governance process. x Promote economic development by supporting existing businesses and major employers while attracting new businesses to our community. x Preserve and enhance public safety. x Work locally and regionally to improve transportation in Loma Linda. I have worked hard to be responsive to the priorities and needs of our individual citizens and collective community--I look forward to the opportunity to continue to work with you over the next four years and seek your support for another term of service.
NAME: PHILLIP DUPPER AGE: 44 OCCUPATION: Sheriff's Lieutenant
My wife Jamie, son Jacob and I are proud to live in Loma Linda. Born at the LLU Medical Center, I grew up attending Loma Linda Academy and ultimately chose a career in law enforcement. A lieutenant with the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department, for the last eight years, I have also been one of your representatives on the Loma Linda City Council. Serving the community as both a law enforcement officer and elected official, I have seen how uncontrolled growth, careless spending and mismanagement has threatened the peace and safety of other communities. I am committed to ensuring those things do not happen here. I am proud of my record and the goals we have accomplished on your behalf. To preserve the character of our town and the quality of life we value, I will continue to: x Answer to our residents. x Promote peace and public safety. x Preserve the beautiful open spaces in our hills and valleys. x Support our medical institutions and local businesses. x Keep our city fiscally sound. As your City Council Member, I will ensure the voice of our citizens is always heard first! Phillip Dupper
4C11E-2 N SB 001-061 CANDIDATE(S) FOR MAYOR CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO NAME: JOHN VALDIVIA AGE: 43 OCCUPATION: San Bernardino City Councilman
Five years after bankruptcy San Bernardino is still headed the wrong way. I ask for your vote to lead our City in a new direction! San Bernardino needs new proven leadership with the ability to unite our community; engage residents; make our neighborhoods safer; and attract the employers, investors and resources that our City desperately wants and deserves. Commitment: I was born and raised in San Bernardino. My wife Beth and I are dedicated to raising our two young children in my hometown —which we love. As your Mayor, I will implement a bold recovery plan to turn San Bernardino around. My priorities include: x Safety – Put more officers on patrol to reduce neighborhood crime and expedite police response. Improve school safety monitoring to protect our students. x Community – Clean up blighted properties. Get the homeless off our streets, out of our parks, and into effective treatment programs. x Opportunity – Attract quality businesses and jobs to raise the standard of living for San Bernardino families. Fix our city's broken infrastructure. x Accountability – Oppose higher taxes. Support strict financial protections to prevent wasteful city spending. San Bernardino can become an All-America City once again. We need a new Mayor with the vision, energy and dedication to achieve this goal. www.ValdiviaForMayor.com
NAME: KARMEL ROE OCCUPATION: Small Business Owner
I believe all residents deserve a servant leader that listens to the will of the people. As your next Mayor I will serve you the residents of this city. I will use my 41 years of experience as a resident to address the people's needs and concerns. My many years of experience as a resident, Mother, Business Owner and Financial Consultant have prepared me to effectively navigate the many departments of the city. My volunteer work has prepared me to work well with others as a team, as Mayor I will work well and effectively with all council to bring forth the peoples vision for this great City we all love. I have lived in San Bernardino since birth. As a business owner for 20 plus years I have had many interactions within the city. This has allowed me to experience what residents and small business go through when dealing with the city. Your Concerns are my Concerns. Breakthroughs Begin When Excuses End. Vote Karmel Roe The Peoples Voice x Mother - 19 Years x Girl Scout Troop Leader - 2013-Present x Commissioner - Community Development Advisory Committee 2013-2018 x Budget Officer - Womans Club of San Bernardino - 2016-2018 x Realtor- 1994-Present karmelroe.com
4J00E-1 N SB 001-062 NAME: GEORGEANN "GIGI" HANNA AGE: 48 OCCUPATION: San Bernardino City Clerk
For six years I have taken note as San Bernardino endured bankruptcy, several managers, a terrorist attack, job losses, degradation of streets and longer police response times that have left us reeling and vulnerable. As I recorded all of this, the plight of this city and its people touched my heart, pushing me to act. To step up and fulfill my oath of office and to make sure the people of San Bernardino have a voice in their future. It's time to take our city back – from darkness, from despair and from elements that seek to divide us. We are "SB Strong," and the time to flex our muscles is now. I support beautifying neighborhoods, fixing potholes, repairing streetlights and revitalizing the business districts to enhance our safety, attract investors, create jobs and give people reasons to stay and raise families. We must harness federal, state and county funds available for these goals; build coalitions across political, social and economic lines to find common ground and put ourselves on track for the long run. We are in this together and will thrive and rebuild, together. I would be honored to lead, "We, the People." Read about my plans at gigi4SBmayor2018.com.
NAME: R. CAREY DAVIS OCCUPATION: San Bernardino Mayor / CPA
Four years ago, you elected me to help clean up the mess after San Bernardino declared bankruptcy. I wasn't a politician, and I'd never held elected office before being elected Mayor. I'm a third-generation San Bernardino resident, 35-year businessman, and CPA, who was horrified by the mismanagement of our city. Since you first elected me as your Mayor: x I've led San Bernardino out of bankruptcy x We've passed multi-year balanced budgets with over a $30 million general fund reserve x San Bernardino has added over 30 police officers x Road repair efforts have laid over a million pounds of asphalt in San Bernardino I love San Bernardino: I was born here, I graduated from local schools, and I even earned my MBA from California State University San Bernardino. With Johnetta, my wife of 45 years, we raised our four children here in San Bernardino. If you re-elect me as your Mayor, I will: x Keep strengthening San Bernardino's public safety. x Implement our plan to rebuild downtown San Bernardino x Continue to attract high-paying jobs and businesses to San Bernardino I've earned endorsements from our community leaders and I would be honored to have your vote to allow me to continue the work I've started and lead San Bernardino's recovery. www.CareyDavisForMayor.org
4J00E-2 N SB 001-063 NAME: DANNY MALMUTH AGE: 73 OCCUPATION: Retired Government Analyst
Danny Malmuth is a community leader and retired municipal government management analyst and movie producer, who is running for Mayor to bring new ideas and common sense reforms to city government. Danny's not a politician, and he's not afraid to make wholesale changes at City Hall in order to deliver results for our neighborhoods. He is a former member of San Bernardino's Historic Preservation and Art Commissions. You can count on Danny Malmuth to: - Keep neighborhoods safe and reduce emergency response times. - Prioritize funding to fill potholes, repair sidewalks, and maintain your parks. - Eliminate wasteful spending and responsibly manage your tax dollars. - Build stronger partnerships with schools and expand after-school programs. - Redevelop the Carousel Mall property and clean up downtown. - Make city government more responsive, transparent, and pro-business. - Protect funding for the programs seniors rely upon. "I'm running for Mayor to make San Bernardino a city we can be proud of again, and I'm ready to put in the hard work needed to reform city government and make positive changes to improve the quality of life for residents. I would be honored to earn your vote." - Danny Malmuth Please send ideas to improve San Bernardino to [email protected]
4J00E-3 N SB 001-064 CANDIDATE(S) FOR MEMBER, CITY COUNCIL WARD 1 CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO NAME: GIL J. BOTELLO OCCUPATION: Director Workforce Programs
Our Ward needs an active non-partisan voice to bring prosperity and hope back to our struggling community. I am a life-long resident of the 1st Ward and am 100 percent committed to being the voice that supports local business and jobs for residents in the Ward; advocates for safe neighborhoods, parks and streets; developing a vibrant downtown and promoting vocational training for our City's youth. Economic growth is essential; we must attract new employers that offer jobs at a higher wage, making certain our current struggling businesses are given the assistance needed to prosper. My other priorities include: sidewalk and pothole repair, paving streets and better drainage systems to prevent flooding and creating safe passage for our children, youth, families and seniors. I have held many leadership roles over the years. I currently serve on the John Muir Charter School Governing Board of Directors, as the Workforce appointee and serve as Chair of the City's Fine Arts Commission. I have been a public servant for nearly 40 years. I have the maturity, experience and common sense to provide quality leadership. I respectfully ask for your vote! Thank you.
NAME: THEODORE "TED" SANCHEZ AGE: 30 OCCUPATION: Community Leader / Small Business Manager
Home Town Values: Born and raised in San Bernardino's 1st Ward. Joint owner of my family's small business in San Bernardino. Dedicated Community Service: President of the Lytle Creek Neighborhood Association. Served as a member of our City Parks and Recreation Commission and as a Community Volunteer in the City Manager's Office. It is time for a new generation of leadership at City Hall. As your new 1st Ward City Councilman, I will fight for the concerns of our neighborhoods. My priorities include: x Better Quality of Life – Strengthen Code Enforcement to eliminate blight and clean up unsightly vacant lots. Create a more business friendly environment to attract good paying jobs. Support educational opportunities for our youth. x Fewer Homeless – Shut down illegal outdoor homeless camps. Move homeless individuals into housing facilities and treatment programs that are located away from parks, schools and residential neighborhoods. x Safer Community – Expand neighborhood officer patrols to expedite police response times and improve safety at our schools. Set strict deadlines for the City to repair broken street lights and fix potholes. I would be honored to earn your vote and represent you on the City Council. Please contact me personally at 909-831-7839 or via email at [email protected]. www.VoteTedSanchez.com
4J11E-1 N SB 001-065 NAME: MAGIE NOIR OCCUPATION: Public Relations Representative
Good News! Everyone has a voice and I am a great listener! Your voice matters! We decide what kind of City we are! We decide who we are! We know our worth! We write our story! Community. Unity. Unite! Schools first! Gardens! Arts! Parades! Food! Classic Cars! Super Cars! Cars of the Future! Watch us grow! Together we will build a bridge to the future and beyond! Let's bring The Spirit back to San Bernardino! Connect! Vote Magie Noir for Ward 1 City Council of San Bernardino. The Heartland. The future is ours!
NAME: MIGUEL RIVERA OCCUPATION: Community Volunteer
I believe that residents deserve a new chance at equal representation. As a lifetime resident of San Bernardino County and a proud product of our local public schools, I am fully aware of the experience and hardships that the people of this city experience. As your city councilman I vow to represent the voices that go unheard in local government. I will make sure to implement and support policy to improve our city's crumbling infrastructure, introduce viable and livable wage jobs, reduce crime, create pathways out of poverty, and help revitalize our downtown. Thank you for your support Vote for Miguel Rivera Rivera for real change!
4J11E-2 N SB 001-066 CANDIDATE(S) FOR MEMBER, CITY COUNCIL WARD 2 CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO NAME: BENITO J. BARRIOS AGE: 43 OCCUPATION: Veteran / Business Owner
I vowed to use my military leadership, integrity, and moral courage to help get San Bernardino back on track and to fight for what's right for our community! Since elected in 2013 I have delivered on making a difference in our community. I've voted to support the necessary measures needed to get our city out of bankruptcy, approved affordable housing projects for our community, worked to reduce crime and human trafficking, worked to shut down a haven for drug and criminal activity, attracted a health and wellness center for our city's military Veterans, I have fought for the approval to clear the storm drains at Waterman and Baseline so there is no more flooding and the list goes on. I am currently in the process of improving our city's economy by bringing in new businesses, creating more middleclass and affordable housing, and making our streets even safer for the residence of Ward 2. God has always been my guide and through Him I serve you. I have made positive change happen in our community and look forward to continue working for our Ward and the city. Let's move forward together. As your councilmember I will continue to make a difference!
NAME: SANDRA IBARRA AGE: 38 OCCUPATION: Agency Support Coordinator
I am currently serving our neighborhood as a City Commissioner, Neighborhood Watch Block Captain and the SBHS Neighborhood Association President. I have completed SBPD's Citizens Academy. I actively participate in City Council meetings and research agenda items, collaborate with various local groups, and as a homeowner, I am fully dedicated to the betterment of our community.
4J12E-1 N SB 001-067 NAME: CECILIA MIRANDA-DOLAN AGE: 46 OCCUPATION: Elementary School Teacher
As a mom, a teacher and a long-term city resident, I believe that everyone in the city of San Bernardino deserves an equal opportunity to high quality services that support healthy families and neighborhoods. This requires new voices in city leadership and I will be one of those voices. If elected to the San Bernardino City Council, I will fight for the interests of families who often struggle to make ends meet and who believe the city must do more to make neighborhoods safe; and to rebuild our city so that every resident has access to healthy spaces and activities. As an active community leader, I have dedicated my career as a teacher and a health advocate to engage people of all walks of life in activities that support healthy families and communities, and to creating a culture that recognizes the gifts everyone brings to our city. As a voice for families and neighborhood residents, I will work to ensure that our city supports quality jobs, safe neighborhoods, recreation, education, and health for everyone. I will partner with everyone who shares this interest and help put an end to infighting and division in city leadership.
4J12E-2 N SB 001-068 CANDIDATE(S) FOR MEMBER, CITY COUNCIL WARD 4 CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO NAME: ALEXANDRA "ALEX" BELTRAN OCCUPATION: Data Analyst
Alex Beltran has seen the struggles that many of the citizens in San Bernardino face. Having worked for Youth Action Project in San Bernardino and volunteered with San Bernardino Generation Now, where she is currently co-chair, Alex knows that the neighborhood lacks adequate housing, young people want to raise families here, but have few options for good paying jobs, and blight pervades our city. Once elected Alex will work to: Address the housing crisis; Promote small businesses to create good paying jobs; Improve public and pedestrian safety; Promote San Bernardino through art and cultural events. Alex can achieve these goals using her community involvement and experience. As a member of San Bernardino Generation Now, Alex volunteered to improve our city through civic engagement, art, and community service; including helping to organize the Seccombe Lake Mural Project, participating in a high school voter registration drive that registered 1000 students, and creating a monthly program at the Garcia Center for the Arts. Alex completed a year-long fellowship with the Women's Policy Institute, which focuses on local public policy issues. Alex is committed to moving the City of San Bernardino in a new direction to serve the needs of all citizens.
NAME: FRED SHORETT AGE: 69 OCCUPATION: Council Member / Businessman
Now is not the time to change effective leadership: Our Mayor and City Council have made the tough decisions necessary to stabilize our city. San Bernardino has come a long way since entering and recently exiting bankruptcy. We have balanced our budget and now have a substantial reserve. Contracting our fire service has resulted in a nearly 33% improvement in response times saving lives and property. We continue to rebuild our police department including additional personnel and equipment. Employee morale is higher now than it has been in many years. We have hired an experienced, highly respected, city manager who is second to none. The development community is once again showing great interest in investing in our community. Though we still have our challenges, we are moving toward a sustainable, stable, and prosperous future. We cannot risk derailing the momentum we have worked so hard to achieve. I have made tough decisions necessary for us to get where we are today. I respectfully ask for your vote June 5th. With your vote we will continue our progress toward prosperity and success. Now is not the time to change effective leadership. Vote Fred Shorett, 4th Ward Council member.
4J14E-1 N SB 001-069 NAME: JESUS MEDINA OCCUPATION: Technician for San Bernardino County
Dear Voters of the 4th Ward, allow me to introduce myself. I work for the Housing Authority of the County of San Bernardino. I am a dedicated and hard-working father/parent who gives all for my family and my community. I am running for city council because of my passion for making a difference in San Bernardino. I will improve its current condition as well as improve the opportunities for our children, families, residents, and businesses. I can remember when our City was strong and vibrant. My mission is to move our City forward by taking back our parks, our streets, our open spaces, revive our beautiful Downtown, and improve our local economy. To achieve this, we need to focus on public safety, economic development, and infrastructure improvements. As a 22-yr. resident of the 4th Ward, I know the struggles many of us face and our struggles citywide. My experience includes the following positions: Building Commissioner, Executive Board Member of the Hispanic Inland Empire Chamber of Commerce, Rotary Club Member. I respectfully ask you to vote for me. In turn, I will work hard to demonstrate to families and businesses how valuable you are to our City.
4J14E-2 N SB 001-070 State Senate District 29 Recall Election How Recall Elections Work
On your ballot you will find: x A question asking whether Josh Newman should be recalled (removed) from office. o You may vote on the recall question regardless of how you vote, or if you vote, for a successor candidate. x A contest to choose a successor candidate for that office in the event Josh Newman is recalled. o You may vote for a successor candidate regardless of how you vote, or if you vote, on the recall question. After the votes are tallied: x If there are more "Yes" votes than "No" votes on a recall question, Josh Newman will be recalled (removed) from office. x If Josh Newman is recalled, the successor candidate that receives the highest number of votes shall be declared elected for the remainder of Josh Newman’s term. x If there are more "No" votes than "Yes" votes on the recall question, or if there is a tie vote, Josh Newman shall remain in office.
Estimated Costs of the Recall Election
Pursuant to Elections Code section 11108(d), the Department of Finance, in consultation with the Secretary of State and the affected counties, has estimated the costs of the recall election of Senator Josh Newman to be $931,000.
INTRO-RECALL N SB 001-071 Recall Election Statements and Answers
On the following pages, you will find: x Statement of Reasons for Recall The statement of reasons for recall that was filed by the proponents of the recall. x Answer to Statement of Reasons for Recall An answer to the statement of reasons for recall that was filed by the office holder whose recall is being sought. x Office Holder's Statement An office holder's statement provides the office holder an opportunity to speak directly to voters. The statement is optional and printed at the office holder's own expense. x Statements of Candidates to Succeed Office Holder Candidate statements provide candidates an opportunity to speak directly to voters. Candidate statements are optional and printed at the candidate's own expense. Some candidates choose not to purchase space for a statement; therefore this guide may not contain a statement for every candidate on your ballot.
RECALL-S&A-E N SB 001-072 Recall Election Statements and Answers (continued)
Statement of Reasons for Recall State Senator Josh Newman was the deciding vote in Sacramento to increase the gas tax and the car tax costing families an extra $500 a year. He also increased the tax on diesel fuel, which will make our food more expensive. We can't afford Josh Newman. Hidden in the tax bill, Newman supported billions of dollars for mass transit train projects in Northern California and the Sacramento Valley. Thanks to Newman, we pay the bill, but don't get the benefits. Time and time again, Newman demonstrates his lack of concern about the daily struggles of our families – even the safety of our homes and children. He even voted for SB 54, a bill that allows dangerous felons out of jail and back into our communities to prey on our families. Candidate Newman portrayed himself as a levelheaded statesman, motivated to make our communities better for all. State Senator Newman has become another out of touch Sacramento politician. We already pay too much in taxes and we care too much about our families to let Sacramento politicians put them in danger. Josh Newman should be recalled immediately and replaced by a Senator that shares our values. Answer to Statement of Reasons for Recall Josh Newman is a veterans' advocate and successful businessman who was elected last November to represent us in the State Senate. Now, the same out-of-town, hyper-partisan special interests who opposed Josh's election are attempting to stage a costly and unnecessary recall campaign. They are cynically misrepresenting Josh's support for sorely-needed local road repairs as a pretext for removing him from office. But, as every driver in Southern California knows, the need to reduce traffic and fix our highways is urgent and real. That's why Josh authored a constitutional amendment to ensure that every new penny allocated for transportation will be used only for transportation. Supporting this recall will: - Waste millions of your tax dollars by requiring three counties to hold unneeded special elections. - Disrespect the will of voters by removing a hard-working, conscientious Senator we elected less than six months ago. - Inject even more politics and divisiveness into public life at a time when we desperately need leaders who will unite us while solving real problems. "As your Senator, I will always vote what's best for my constituents and for this state. Please join local Democrats, Republicans, and Independents in opposing this recall effort." -Josh Newman s/ Josh Newman 407 W. Imperial Highway Suite H-109 Brea, CA 92831
0229-1 N SB 001-073 Recall Election Statements and Answers (continued)
Office Holder's Statement NAME: JOSH NEWMAN OCCUPATION: State Senator
Sour grapes. That's what it's called when someone loses and then tries to change the rules. That happens every day in President Trump's Washington – and we can't let it happen in Chino Hills. In 2016, we elected State Senator Josh Newman. As a United States Army veteran who served with honor, community leader and successful businessman, Josh has stood up for us in Sacramento. Now, they're trying to change the rules and remove him from office with a recall vote – wasting $1 million in taxpayer money. This recall is a partisan power grab started by a San Diego politician whose career was halted because of sexual misconduct. Extremists and special interests want to overturn the results of the 2016 election and replace our democratically elected State Senator. The recall was put on the ballot based on lies. That's why its backers were investigated for fraud. They said the recall would repeal the gas tax, but it does no such thing. It simply steals your vote from the 2016 election. If the recall succeeds, they'll do it again – and again. In Nevada, two recalls are going on now and nine more are planned. That's millions of taxpayer dollars down the drain resulting in partisan warfare and political gridlock. Don't let that happen here. State Senator Josh Newman is a bipartisan leader serving our community with integrity, fighting for veterans, increasing funding for local schools, reducing traffic and addressing rising housing costs. Keep Senator Newman on the job. Vote No on the Recall. www.noontherecall.com
Statements of Candidates to Succeed Office Holder NAME: JOSEPH CHO OCCUPATION: Journalist / Non-Profit Founder
This recall is an abuse of the process. Recalls should be about holding corrupt politicians accountable for their actions when all other processes fail. This recall is about political opportunism, and that's wrong. I therefore decided to give you, the voter, another opportunity to reject this misguided recall by voting for me. If elected, I will continue with the same progressive priorities of Josh Newman. I believe in: (1) Fully funding our public schools, (2) Affordable healthcare for all, (3) Repairing our aging infrastructure, (4) Solving the gun violence epidemic that is impacting our communities, (5) Stimulating innovation to reduce our carbon footprint and reduce our dependence on fossil fuels, (6) Not raiding local governments' funds. While serving as a mayor and councilman, I had to balance the budget under the challenge of the state raiding the city's funds to solve the state's budget shortfalls. Faced with that experience, I would never put local governments in such a difficult situation. Voters in the 29th Senate District are very savvy. They can see when outside forces are trying to manipulate them, and this is what this recall is all about. Voting no on the recall, and for Joseph Cho as the replacement candidate, will send a strong signal to the special interests who organized this ill conceived recall and think the voters in the district can be manipulated. It's time to bring this nonsense to an end. Please join me in voting No on the recall, and Yes on Joseph Cho.
0229-2 N SB 001-074 Recall Election Statements and Answers (continued)
NAME: LING LING CHANG OCCUPATION: Small Business Owner
As a City Councilmember, Ling balanced every budget, built a $17 million reserve, increased funding for law enforcement and never raised taxes. Ling cut her own council pay and benefits and used her own money to travel to Washington to develop solutions for the 57/60 freeway interchange congestion. In the Assembly, Ling: x Earned a 100% rating from the California Taxpayers Association x Helped kill $29 billion in higher taxes x Coauthored the "Affordable Gas for California Families Act" to save consumers up to 76 cents per gallon By writing a new law pioneering the use of new technology, she helped save millions by providing essential government services at lower costs. Ling fought to make government more transparent to expose the corruption that runs deep in Sacramento. She joined with law enforcement to create a new law to freeze the assets of criminal organizations involved in dealing drugs, human trafficking and child pornography. By working with Women Escaping a Violent Environment, Ling helped protect domestic violence victims by making it more difficult for abusers to stalk women. In the Senate, she will: x Continue her fight to keep taxes down x Push to prosecute corrupt legislators to the full extent of the law x Ensure our children attend the best schools possible x Work to get health care and prescription drug costs under control Ling's record has earned her support of Supervisor Curt Hagman, the California Republican Party and Chino Hills Vice Mayor Cynthia Moran. Please visit: www.lingforsenate.org
NAME: BRUCE WHITAKER OCCUPATION: Councilmember, City of Fullerton
Our state government is too expansive, expensive and intrusive. I will vigorously fight new taxes, rate increases and costly, excessive regulations. California's future economic strength and competitiveness requires a leaner more effective and efficient state government. I pledge to defend all property owners by fighting special interests who seek to destroy protections provided by Proposition 13. This would result in dramatically increased property taxes. Real estate costs and rents are already too high. Every voter's right to vote on taxes must not be infringed. Chief among challenges awaiting solutions at the state level is a massive unfunded pension liability with total pension debt nearing one trillion dollars on a Market Basis, or $76,884 per every household in California. Persistent drought conditions are causing water shortages and scarcity. The State has failed to adequately plan and promote increased surface storage and groundwater supply sustainability, particularly for Southern California. My background as a Controller/Chief Financial Manager, and as Medical Center Administrator provides expertise and solution oriented executive experience in business and in healthcare. Elected 3 times to Fullerton City Council and served two terms as Mayor, I have also served as: x Policy Advisor, Orange County Board of Supervisors x Member, Orange County Oversight Board x District Director, 72nd District California State Assembly office x Current Director, Orange County Water District x (Alt.) Commissioner, Santa Ana Watershed Project Authority Let us begin to restore the Golden State, I would be honored to receive your vote. www.brucewhitaker.com
0229-3 N SB 001-075 MEASURE L INFORMATION IMPARTIAL ANALYSIS OF MEASURE L
This Impartial Analysis of Measure L has been prepared by the Town Attorney pursuant to Section 9280 of the California Elections Code. In 2017, the Yucca Valley Town Council adopted Ordinance 268 which prohibits all commercial marijuana operations in the Town. Measure L seeks voter approval to modify the Town's prohibition on commercial marijuana operations to allow indoor cultivation, manufacturing, distribution and testing of marijuana by operators with a state-issued license in certain locations in the Town ("Exempted Commercial Cannabis Activity"). If Measure L is approved, operations granted Exempted Commercial Cannabis Activity status will be exempt from the Town's prohibition on commercial marijuana operations and will be allowed in certain zones of the Town. Retail sales, outdoor cultivation and microbusinesses would remain prohibited. To obtain Exempted Commercial Cannabis Activity status, applicants must undergo an application process to obtain the Town Clerk's approval. The Town Clerk must approve an application for Exempted Commercial Cannabis Activity status if a completed application form is submitted for a location that is within the Industrial Zoning District or in the Old Town Industrial/Commercial use district located within the Old Town Yucca Valley Specific Plan. Applications for manufacturing that involve volatile solvents must be at least 250 feet away from any established residential zoning district. Any commercial marijuana operation granted Exempted Commercial Cannabis Activity status must comply with operating standards, including location limitations and compliance with all other Town laws. If any Exempted Commercial Cannabis Activity operator violates any applicable provisions of Measure L, the Town may enforce such violations as a public nuisance or under other municipal code provisions. Measure L does not place limitations on the number of operations which may be granted Exempted Commercial Cannabis Activity status within the Town. Further, Measure L does not establish minimum distance requirements which set forth how far away operations granted Exempted Commercial Cannabis Activity status must be from each other, parks, private or public schools, religious institutions or private or public recreation and athletic facilities. Measure L will result in a codification error within the municipal code because it seeks to adopt new cannabis-related provisions in the existing Chapter 9.54 which currently contains the Town's short term rental regulations. As a result, the Town's short term rental regulations must be renumbered if this Measure is approved. Measure L was placed on the ballot by initiative petition that was signed by a legally sufficient number of registered voters of the Town of Yucca Valley. s/ THOMAS D. JEX, Town Attorney, Town of Yucca Valley The above statement is an impartial analysis of Measure L. If you desire a copy of the ordinance or measure, please call the elections official's office at (760) 369-7209 and a copy will be mailed at no cost to you. You may also view the Full Text of Measure L at http://www.yucca-valley.org.
9012-IA N SB 001-076 ARGUMENT IN FAVOR OF MEASURE L
This Argument in Favor of Measure L was submitted pursuant to Section 9282 of the California Elections Code. It is the opinion of the author(s), and has been printed exactly as submitted. Vote YES on Measure L to bring good-paying jobs and economic development to the blighted industrial areas of our Town by regulating state-licensed marijuana production and wholesale distribution—but not retail sales. Marijuana businesses currently operate across our Town—but illegally, without any protections for children, without environmental protections, and without providing skilled jobs or improving our Town's economy. The majority of Town voters already approved Prop 64, legalizing adult use marijuana in California and setting forth a system of statewide production and distribution. Instead of working to implement that system to benefit our Town, our do- nothing politicians doubled down on their failed marijuana business prohibition, which has proven just as ineffective and problematic as alcohol prohibition. Alarming signs of poverty and blight loom over our Town—junk-filled wastelands polluting our beautiful desert, boarded up storefronts, and run-down infrastructure. The lack of local economic opportunity and resources is obvious. Sensible elected leaders in many nearby desert cities already succeeded in bringing skilled employment and economic development to their cities by locally regulating state-licensed marijuana businesses. Here are just a few local safeguards Measure L provides: x Prohibits all forms of retail marijuana sales—prohibits pot shops, prohibits dispensaries; x Requires marijuana businesses to remain hidden in the Town's industrial areas; x Keeps marijuana out of public view, bans signage depicting or referencing marijuana; x Tough protections for children, preventing access to anyone under 21, and REQUIRING ALL MARIJUANA BUSINESSES TO BE AT LEAST 600 FEET AWAY FROM SCHOOLS!!! Don't be fooled by political hysteria from a small—but loud—group of fanatical marijuana prohibitionists. We know our Town's current approach toward marijuana doesn't make sense. End our broken marijuana business prohibition, and implement proven reforms so marijuana business will be safe, controlled, and locally taxable. s/ Serena Elsasser, Lifelong Town of Yucca Valley Resident
9012-AF N SB 001-077 REBUTTAL TO ARGUMENT IN FAVOR OF MEASURE L
This Rebuttal to Argument in Favor of Measure L was submitted pursuant to Section 9285 of the California Elections Code. It is the opinion of the author(s), and has been printed exactly as submitted. Don't let empty promises and scare tactics influence you! Vote "NO" on Measure L: It will NOT bring economic development/good-paying jobs. x There's NO economic development for our community. This Measure allows WHOLESALE commercial growing/manufacturing; thus, NO Sales Tax dollars for our Town. There's also NO cultivation tax or other potential. In fact, our Town will incur unfunded expenses from increased involvement! x There's NO commitment to hire local labor. Completion of a costly certificate program is required. x California lags far behind in regulating this industry, including verification for legitimate permits, tracking sales and testing -- 93% of pot is contaminated with pesticides, fungus, molds and e-coli. x Measure L states manufacturing with volatile solvents will be 250 feet from residential areas and NO minimum distance from parks, schools and churches. NO state or local enforcement is in place to ensure safety from volatile/dangerous substances or distance from schools. x Toxic water waste will be discharged into our water table, and large, unsightly power lines added to support their operations. It will NOT deter the illegal black market. x Instead, law enforcement workloads will increase as the black market grows even bigger to compete with local commercial wholesalers! x As reported recently in the media, cities are seeing black market increases of 340%. Again, Measure L has nothing to do with medical or recreational use. The Town's Ordinance regulates (not prohibits) marijuana use & residential cultivation according to California State Law. Vote "NO" on Measure L. s/ Paul R. Hoffman s/ Vickie Bridenstine s/ Robert R. Dunn s/ Daniel Letourneau s/ Darrel Pague
9012-RAF N SB 001-078 ARGUMENT AGAINST MEASURE L
This Argument Against Measure L was submitted pursuant to Section 9282 of the California Elections Code. It is the opinion of the author(s), and has been printed exactly as submitted. VOTE "NO" ON MEASURE L. This initiative was pushed forward by a marijuana grower with financial backing who lives outside the Town of Yucca Valley. Measure L is NOT good for our community: This Measure is a "land use" issue allowing an "unlimited" number of growing and manufacturing facilities in Yucca Valley's industrial areas, many which are located near residential neighborhoods and schools. This Measure has nothing to do with medical or recreational marijuana use. The Town of Yucca Valley responded promptly to Proposition 64 and implemented an ordinance to regulate (not prohibit) recreational adult use of marijuana and the residential cultivation of marijuana plants. No revenue will go to the Town because this measure does not include a cultivation tax. This Measure won't help pay for the sewer, won't create 100's of jobs, won't eliminate the "black market", won't increase residential property values, nor change the way a person currently buys marijuana. This Measure will increase law enforcement workload, increase electrical consumption, and decrease our local water supply. It won't protect the children in our community. It will create adverse health & safety issues (contamination by pesticides/fertilizers/chemicals, increased risk of fire and offensive odors) and affect our "night sky". It will financially impact the Town due to increased levels of involvement and the potential for liability since marijuana operations are federally illegal. THE COMMERCIAL GROWER IS THE ONLY ONE WHO WINS IF MEASURE L PASSES! VOTE NO ON MEASURE L ! s/ Cindy Henry Pague s/ Darrel Pague s/ Richard Middlebrough s/ Donna L. Davies s/ Pamela D. Riches
9012-AA N SB 001-079 MEASURE M INFORMATION IMPARTIAL ANALYSIS OF MEASURE M
This Impartial Analysis of Measure M has been prepared by the City Attorney pursuant to Section 9280 of the California Elections Code. Measure M was placed on the June 5, 2018, Special Municipal Election ballot by unanimous vote of the City Council. If adopted, this measure will permanently extend the existing 8% Utility User Tax ("UUT"). The UUT is a general tax on utility (telephone, cellular, electricity, gas, sewer, water, and cable television) charges to Rialto businesses and residents. This measure preserves current exemptions for individuals 65 years of age or older and members of very low income households, as defined by California Health & Safety Code Section 50105. Unless extended by this measure, the UUT will expire on June 30, 2018. The UUT provides approximately $14 million per year to support public services. Historically, the UUT has accounted for approximately 20% of the City's General Fund revenue and has been the City's largest single revenue source. Without the UUT, the City will experience reductions to public safety (e.g., police and fire), recreation, public works, and other core governmental services. The City may also delay capital improvement projects, including fire stations, road repairs, and park improvements. Public safety expenses represent approximately 65% of all City operating expenditures. The people of the City of Rialto have the exclusive authority to extend the UUT under the California Constitution. Therefore, the Rialto City Council does not have the authority to extend this tax, without submitting the measure to the voters of the City of Rialto. A "Yes" vote means you approve the permanent extension of the UUT. A "No" vote means you disapprove the permanent extension of the UUT. This ballot measure would take effect only if a majority of those voting cast a "Yes" vote for it at the June 5, 2018, election. The above statement is an impartial analysis of Measure M. If you desire a copy of Measure M, please call the City Clerk at (909) 820-2519. A copy will be provided at no cost. Dated: March 13, 2018 s/ Fred Galante, City Attorney
9013-IA N SB 001-080 ARGUMENT IN FAVOR OF MEASURE M
This Argument in Favor of Measure M was submitted pursuant to Section 9282 of the California Elections Code. It is the opinion of the author(s), and has been printed exactly as submitted. The City of Rialto exists to provide you with a safe, healthy and prosperous place to live, raise your family and work. Mindful of this, the City is committed to providing a level of services you need and have come to expect in our community. The Utility Users Tax, originally approved by voters in 2003, has been an essential source of funding throughout that period, providing increased public safety, code enforcement, street maintenance, senior center operation and more. The UUT generates $14 million per year - approximately 20 percent of total General Fund revenues. Approval of Measure M maintains the tax at its current 8% rate on an ongoing basis. It is not an additional tax, and very low-income households and seniors over 65 qualify for full exemptions. Extending the UUT is necessary to preserve vital City services. While general fund revenues have grown by $18.4 million since 2013, the City's costs have grown by $22.6 million over the same period. After the Great Recession, City expenditures on personnel, programs and services rose to make up in order to better serve the community. Without a UUT extension, projected FY 2018 revenues would fall from $77.6 million to $63.3 million. The impact would be felt citywide, including: x Loss of 36 full-time police positions, resulting in significant impact to emergency response times. x Loss of 23 full-time positions in the Fire Department and the closure of one fire station, resulting in one less ambulance and fire engine on the streets. x Loss of 11 full-time positions in Public Works, resulting in service reductions to street, sidewalks, weed and graffiti abatement, trash clean up, parks, facilities and fleet maintenance. x In all, a loss of approximately 93 positions and service reductions. Join community leaders and your neighbors from across the city. Vote YES on Measure M. s/ Michael Story, Retired City Administrator/Resident s/ Joe F. Flores, Business Owner/Resident s/ Albert Calderon, Businessman/Resident s/ Oscar S. Hinojosa Jr., City Commissioner s/ Robin Austin, Budget Advisory Committee
ARGUMENT AGAINST MEASURE M
No Argument Against Measure M was filed.
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