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TRANSFER OF SEWERS TO THE YORBA LINDA
WATER DISTRICT

For my views on transferring the east end sewers to the
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ETHICS POLICY

Please take a look at Yorba Linda's new Ethics Policy. I
am very pleased to have been part of making this a reality.

The ordinance makes it illegal to:
A. Solicit campaign contributions from city contractors;
B. Vote on a project of someone who contributed $250.00 or more for a period of 12 months
     following the contribution or to accept such a contribution from a person who came before the
     council for a license, permit, contract, or land use entitlement for a period of one year;
C. Solicit the endorsement of city commissioners and contractors in election campaigns;
D. Hold a closed door ad hoc committee meeting;
E. Engage staff in political campaign activities.

The new ordinance also requires that all closed session Council meetings be tape recorded, yearly
ethics training be given for all Council Members, Commissioners, and city executive staff, and
formalizes the Council’s intent to enact a Whistle Blowers’s protection statute and a code of conduct
for Council members, Commissioners, and city staff.



                                     Statement of Governmental Beliefs

I believe elected representatives and government employees work for and are responsible to the People. Since
elected as your representative, I have always tried to remember to put the People’s interest before my own
desires and ambitions, as I believe government is of, by and for the People. I am available to all the People. I
try to answer all phone calls, letters and e-mails that request a response and participate in periodic Town Hall
meetings. I will never forget tax and fee monies belong to the People and not the City Council members and will
be a good steward of the People’s money.

I believe the residents of Yorba Linda deserve Council members who are willing to comprehensively set forth
their plans and promises and not simply advance catchy, but hollow slogans. Our community deserves more
than politicians who merely promise to be "change", "an independent voice", or a "consensus builder." Yorba
Linda residents have a right to know specifically where the council members stand on the issues and what they
will strive to do in the future. Council members must be held accountable for willfully failing to follow through
on campaign promises.

                                        My Specific Positions on the Issues

* I was the initiator of Measure BB on the November 4, 2008 ballot which prohibits the use of eminent domain
for economic gain throughout all of Yorba Linda. I overcame substantial initial opposition from two of my
current fellow council members in getting the necessary votes to place it on the ballot.

*I fully support the development of the Yorba Linda Town Center in a manner consistent with the nature, and
character of our City. During my term in office, we have moved forward in an expeditious and financially
responsible manner and are considering the recommendations of our residents and the Town Center Blue
Ribbon Committee.

*I strongly believe in a semi-rural, “low-density” Yorba Linda. I carefully examine all residential and
commercial development decisions in light of my strong adherence to our zoning and General Plan and I will
remain true to our Yorba Linda motto, “The Land of Gracious Living.”

*I believe in, support and try to advance a public safety agenda, which promotes the highest level of security
and public safety within Yorba Linda. I will work closely with our contracted police department to obtain and
maintain the best affordable law enforcement service available and will seek to expand further services,
procedures and programs that are consistent with our City’s growth to prevent further increases in crime. I look
to work collaboratively with our Orange County Fire Authority fire fighters in ensuring the greatest level of fire
safety.

*I fully understand the direction given by Yorba Linda property owners in the Landscape and Lighting Special
Assessment District Election in early 2008. I will vigorously pursue extensive cost saving measures, seek various
landscape alternatives, and examine and demand competitive maintenance contracts. I pledge that no tax (or
fee) increase will be sought for ANY special district (landscape, lighting, sewer . . .) when adequate financial
reserves exist and before all cost saving measures have been examined, explored and exhausted. I disagree with
the direction of some on the council that the simple solution to fiscal inefficiency is to increase fees and taxes.

*I fully support fair yet reasonable City Manager and City Executive compensation. I will continue to fight
against runaway, excessive and irresponsible salary and benefit increases. I was part of the effort to hire our new
City Manager with a compensation package more in line with the expectations of our residents.

*I believe it is time the City investigate the economic feasibility of a Cultural Arts facility that would include
much needed theatrical, rehearsal and exhibit space at a cost Yorba Linda residents can afford. We should
explore all options of private and public funding to make such a facility a reality. I am not sure, however, that
the city should pay for such a study as opposed to one of the groups interested in developing such a facility.

*I support recreational facilities that benefit our entire community, including a Yorba Linda Equestrian
Facility. The addition of an equestrian facility is consistent with Yorba Linda’s semi-rural nature and character.
It’s an avenue to expand equestrian opportunities for our community’s residents, schools and organizations and
an appropriate use of Parks & Recreation funding. I will move forward by identifying appropriate locations and
exploring the economic feasibility of a public / private development and operating partnership.

*I support a General Plan update reflective of the low-density nature and character of our City.

*I believe in and fully support an open, transparent form of local city governance. I believe opening all forums
to the public to the extent permitted by law increases the confidence the electorate have in their elected officials.
I do not believe in, nor will I participate in “back room deals”. I will continue to vigorously oppose the efforts
of some council members to defeat these principles.

*I promise to continue my efforts toward establishing safeguards to prevent and prohibit City Council
members, City staff, and City contractors and developers working at the discretion of the City Council from
engaging in behavior which undermines or prevents our residents from participating in the political process in
Yorba Linda, which would include initiative, referendum and recall procedures.

*I proudly sponsored an ethics ordinance that will help eliminate conflicts of interest with City contractors and
developers. I overcame the dogged opposition of some council members to defeat such a necessary and vital
ordinance.

*I promise to fight against unreasonable, State mandated quotas for low-cost housing developments in Yorba
Linda inconsistent with our low-density character. I do not believe that the state should mandate that the City
of Yorba Linda educate its residents on the benefits of high density housing.

*I fully support and have insisted that the council defend Measure B - the Yorba Linda Right to Vote
Amendment and the protection from over development that it places in the hands of Yorba Linda voters.

*I was the sponsor of a new ordinance that requires closer cooperation between the Traffic and Planning
Commissions to ensure expedited project review and careful consideration of all potential impacts from new
development.

*I will support all reasonable measures and programs to enhance business opportunities in Yorba Linda
including new marketing efforts designed to attract new businesses to the city, "Shop in Yorba Linda"
programs, a closer City Council and Chamber of Commerce relationship, and facade improvement loans for the
Main Street area.

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