Lafayette City Council election
Lafayette Council members should represent the entire community, especially since viewpoints and ideologies run the gamut among their constituents. Neutrality is essential and underscored by these being non-partisan positions. While some prefer to see City Council issue resolutions that align with partisan politics, some prefer the exact opposite. A balanced budget and improved Lafayette living is not secular. Fiscal accountability, effective communication, managing infrastructure, advocating for realistic goals, supporting city commerce, and measuring accomplishments are what matter. Identity politics just sow division. Don't be distracted by the identity politics game under the guise of inclusion. The long-standing incumbents running for re-election have fallen short of their duties and now are asking for a bailout from the taxpayers. Leading the charge on this bailout effort is a former councilmember who quit and moved out of state and a school board member who is giving up her seat while another deficit looms. Yet, frivolous spending prevails with nearly $10k of taxpayer money spent to campaign for Measure H. We need new leadership and fresh minds on the council. The long-standing members running for reelection do not represent Lafayette responsibly. Lauren Herpich most assuredly will. Visit Laurenforlafayette.org; Vote Lauren for Lafayette.
Sarah Lind
Lafayette
East Bay Regional Park Board election
Summer 2024 was Earth's hottest on record. It's October. Still hot. Heed Mark Gongloff's warning, "Global warming has arrived and we're not ready."
All around us, our East Bay Regional Parks are under threat from wildfires, disease, drought, sea level rise, recklessness, and growing pains. With more than 100,000 acres of public land to protect, we need Lynda Deschambault's depth of knowledge, tenacity and experience to respond to the climate urgency of now.
Lynda will provide solid direction on Day 1. Lynda is the ONLY candidate with a 37-year career as an environmental scientist, 19-years at the U.S.EPA, 5+ years as Parks Commissioner, experience managing multi-million dollar budgets and programs, and crafting sound environmental policy. We need a trusted resource, tireless advocate and respected partner among local climate leaders, park staff, tribes and underserved communities.
Elect Lynda Deschambault for East Bay Regional Park Board.
Renee Zeimer
Moraga
Support for Jim Cervantes
I would like to voice my wholehearted support Jim Cervantes for Lafayette City Council and urge Lafayette residents to vote for him on Nov. 5. I first met Jim as a concerned resident worried about fire safety in my neighborhood when Lafayette suffered the Tennis Club fire in 2019. As I'm sure you're aware, fire safety is one of Lafayette's critical issues. Jim's vast experience and knowledge in this area were instrumental in looping my street and surrounding neighborhoods into his fire prevention efforts. Jim had already organized a Firewise community on his street in the Springhill Valley, which means neighbors voluntarily engage with Contra Costa Fire Protection District staff to improve fire safety around homes. Jim organized multiple visits by Con Fire inspectors and a brush removal project. Jim has worked tirelessly to expand the original Firewise community as fire safety goes beyond an individual street. As a result, our Springhill Valley West Firewise neighborhood now includes 88 homes on multiple streets. Under his leadership, we developed a three-year action plan and are organizing additional visits by Con Fire inspectors to educate homeowners on how to better protect their homes in the event of a wildfire. He is organized, tenacious, and a joy to work with.
I believe it will be crucial to have someone on the City Council with hands-on experience with fire safety. Jim will bring that perspective and can help Lafayette increase its efforts in addressing our wildfire risks. He has a long history of volunteering in our community, and brings with him a vast knowledge of the needs of Lamorinda residents.
Sincerely,
Laura O. Bergman
Lafayette
Endorsement of Carl Anduri for Lafayette City Council
Fellow Lafayette Citizens, please join me in the re-election of Carl Anduri to the Lafayette City Council.
Carl has served the citizens of Lafayette for many years, be it on various City Task Forces, Planning Commission, Council Member, and Mayor. His thoughtful insights have helped lead Lafayette in preserving open space, a World-Class library, and maintaining a strong fiscal standing. His historical insight has helped guide Lafayette through the maze of both State and Federal mandates on housing, while balancing the wants and needs of both our residents and business communities.
Carl's ability to intently listen to all concerned parties and provide unbiased feedback in his decision-making process has been one of his best assets to the City of Lafayette. These skills in addition to his historical perspective of Lafayette and his ability to work with City Staff, have served our citizens well.
Now, more than ever, we need Carl's skill set to face the ever-changing landscape of land use, fire safety, and fiscal challenges which lay ahead.
Please vote Carl Anduri for Lafayette City Council.
Larry Blodgett,
lifelong business owner & resident of Lafayette
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Lafayette Council members should represent the entire community, especially since viewpoints and ideologies run the gamut among their constituents. Neutrality is essential and underscored by these being non-partisan positions. While some prefer to see City Council issue resolutions that align with partisan politics, some prefer the exact opposite. A balanced budget and improved Lafayette living is not secular. Fiscal accountability, effective communication, managing infrastructure, advocating for realistic goals, supporting city commerce, and measuring accomplishments are what matter. Identity politics just sow division. Don't be distracted by the identity politics game under the guise of inclusion. The long-standing incumbents running for re-election have fallen short of their duties and now are asking for a bailout from the taxpayers. Leading the charge on this bailout effort is a former councilmember who quit and moved out of state and a school board member who is giving up her seat while another deficit looms. Yet, frivolous spending prevails with nearly $10k of taxpayer money spent to campaign for Measure H. We need new leadership and fresh minds on the council. The long-standing members running for reelection do not represent Lafayette responsibly. Lauren Herpich most assuredly will. Visit Laurenforlafayette.org; Vote Lauren for Lafayette.
Sarah Lind
Lafayette
East Bay Regional Park Board election
Summer 2024 was Earth's hottest on record. It's October. Still hot. Heed Mark Gongloff's warning, "Global warming has arrived and we're not ready."
All around us, our East Bay Regional Parks are under threat from wildfires, disease, drought, sea level rise, recklessness, and growing pains. With more than 100,000 acres of public land to protect, we need Lynda Deschambault's depth of knowledge, tenacity and experience to respond to the climate urgency of now.
Lynda will provide solid direction on Day 1. Lynda is the ONLY candidate with a 37-year career as an environmental scientist, 19-years at the U.S.EPA, 5+ years as Parks Commissioner, experience managing multi-million dollar budgets and programs, and crafting sound environmental policy. We need a trusted resource, tireless advocate and respected partner among local climate leaders, park staff, tribes and underserved communities.
Elect Lynda Deschambault for East Bay Regional Park Board.
Renee Zeimer
Moraga
Support for Jim Cervantes
I would like to voice my wholehearted support Jim Cervantes for Lafayette City Council and urge Lafayette residents to vote for him on Nov. 5. I first met Jim as a concerned resident worried about fire safety in my neighborhood when Lafayette suffered the Tennis Club fire in 2019. As I'm sure you're aware, fire safety is one of Lafayette's critical issues. Jim's vast experience and knowledge in this area were instrumental in looping my street and surrounding neighborhoods into his fire prevention efforts. Jim had already organized a Firewise community on his street in the Springhill Valley, which means neighbors voluntarily engage with Contra Costa Fire Protection District staff to improve fire safety around homes. Jim organized multiple visits by Con Fire inspectors and a brush removal project. Jim has worked tirelessly to expand the original Firewise community as fire safety goes beyond an individual street. As a result, our Springhill Valley West Firewise neighborhood now includes 88 homes on multiple streets. Under his leadership, we developed a three-year action plan and are organizing additional visits by Con Fire inspectors to educate homeowners on how to better protect their homes in the event of a wildfire. He is organized, tenacious, and a joy to work with.
I believe it will be crucial to have someone on the City Council with hands-on experience with fire safety. Jim will bring that perspective and can help Lafayette increase its efforts in addressing our wildfire risks. He has a long history of volunteering in our community, and brings with him a vast knowledge of the needs of Lamorinda residents.
Sincerely,
Laura O. Bergman
Lafayette
Endorsement of Carl Anduri for Lafayette City Council
Fellow Lafayette Citizens, please join me in the re-election of Carl Anduri to the Lafayette City Council.
Carl has served the citizens of Lafayette for many years, be it on various City Task Forces, Planning Commission, Council Member, and Mayor. His thoughtful insights have helped lead Lafayette in preserving open space, a World-Class library, and maintaining a strong fiscal standing. His historical insight has helped guide Lafayette through the maze of both State and Federal mandates on housing, while balancing the wants and needs of both our residents and business communities.
Carl's ability to intently listen to all concerned parties and provide unbiased feedback in his decision-making process has been one of his best assets to the City of Lafayette. These skills in addition to his historical perspective of Lafayette and his ability to work with City Staff, have served our citizens well.
Now, more than ever, we need Carl's skill set to face the ever-changing landscape of land use, fire safety, and fiscal challenges which lay ahead.
Please vote Carl Anduri for Lafayette City Council.
Larry Blodgett,
lifelong business owner & resident of Lafayette
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