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OFFICIAL BALLOT
CITY OF CLAREMONT
GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION
TUESDAY, MARCH 2,1999
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I HAVE VOTED-HAVE YOU?
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Vote for no more than THREE
I STEVEN MARKLEY
. Teacher
RICHARD BUNCK
Semi-Retired Business Executive
SANDY BALDONADO
Attorney/Community Volunteer
KAREN M. ROSENTHAL
Incumbent
i BILL WIESE
Businessman
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Property Manager______--
ALBERT F. QUINTANAR
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
ALGIRD G. LEIGA
Councilmember/Business Executive
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FOR
MEMBER OF THE CITY COUNCIL
STEVEN MARKLEY
Age: 29
Occupation: Teacher
I believe Claremont is not just a place to live, it is a lifestyle. I have had
the privilege of living in Claremont for thirteen years. I have been a history
teacher for five years and am currently the president of the Cucamonga
Teachers Association.
My vision for Claremont is twofold. First, I hope to maintain the charm
and historical integrity which makes Claremont the finest, most unique city
in the valley. Second, I aspire to represent the opinions, visions and
concerns of Claremont's citizens. I believe the primary role of a city
councilman is not only to contribute to policymaking, which accurately
reflects the views of Claremont's residents, but to address issues that
impact the quality of life in Claremont.
I respectfully ask you to vote for me for City Council. I pledge to share my
energy, enthusiasm, collaborative spirit and respect for your opinions with
the City Council. Your support is greatly appreciated.
/s/ STEVEN MARKLEY
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FOR
MEMBER OF THE CITY COUNCIL
RICHARD BUNCK
Age: 53
Occupation: Semi-Retired Business Executive
27 year resident of Claremont
B.A. Economics, UC Irvine
I love Claremont the way it is. It has maintained a quaint, sleepy College
town atmosphere over the years. We've limited development, maintained
some open spaces, and preserved the look and feel of small town
Claremont. I like that, but it is changing. It is changing because the present
City Councilmembers are implementing their interpretation of bringing
Claremont into the twenty-first century: Village West, a waste transfer
station, a huge sports complex, high density housing projects. These are
all ideas and plans of the present City Council.
Give the same City Council four more years and small town Claremont will
be gone forever. There are many ways to improve the quality of life in
Claremont without drastically changing it and spending millions in the
process. For instance, we could keep the library open 7 days a week for
$250,000. We could utilize the old packing house for a community theater
and/or a museum.
Any changes that we make in Claremont should be minimal and directly
benefit Claremont Citizens. If you share my view of Claremont's future,
vote for me and I will be your voice on the City Council.
/5/ RICHARD BUNCK
PARA
MIEMBRO DEL CONCEJO MUNICIPAL
RICHARD BUNCK
Edad: 53
Ocupación: Ejecutivo de Negocios Semijubilado
27 años de residente de Claremont.
Licenciatura en Economía, UC (Universidad de California) Irvine
Me encanta Claremont así como está. Ha conservado su ambiente de
una pintoresca y tranquila ciudad universitaria al sobre el transcurso de los
años. Hemos limitado el desarrollo, hemos mantenido algunos espacios
abiertos, y ha conservado la apariencia y el sentir de una ciudad pequeña
que es Claremont. Me gusta eso, pero está cambiando. Está cambiando
porque los actuales concejales municipales están poniendo en práctica su
interpretación de lIevar a Claremont hacia el siglo XXI: Village West, la
estación para la transformación de desechos, un enorme complejo
deportivo, y los proyectos de vivienda de alta densidad. Todas estas son
ideas y planes del actual Concejo Municipal.
Denies cuatro años más al mismo Concejo Municipal, y la pequeña ciudad
de Claremont habrá desaparecido para siempre. Hay muchas maneras
de mejorar la calidad de vida en Claremont sin cambia ria drásticamente,
y sin gastar millones en el proceso. Por ejemplo, podríamos mantener la
biblioteca abierta 7 días a la semana por $250,000. Podríamos utilizar la
vieja empresa empacadora para que sea un teatro y/o museo para la
comunidad.
Todo cambio que hagamos en Claremont debería ser mínimo, y debería
beneficiar directamente a los ciudadanos de Claremont. Si usted
com parte mi punto de vista para el futuro de Claremont, vote por mí y yo
seré su voz en el Concejo Municipal.
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FOR
MEMBER OF THE CITY COUNCIL
SANDY BALDONADO
Occupation: Attorney/Community Volunteer
I am a candidate for the City Council because I want to contribute to
Claremont's future as we enter a new century.
I have been a part of Claremont for more than thirty (30) years; as a
teacher at Vista School; elected Water Board member; mother of four
Claremont High graduates; active volunteer with many community
organizations; and, as a Claremont business owner.
Past councils have successfully preserved and maintained Claremont's
unique personality. We must continue to seek progressive, creative
~olutions to insure financial stability and soundness in the face of
Sacramento's disregard for the needs of local government. We need to
be more inclusive and encourage all of Claremont's citizens to participate
positively in its governance.
I believe my experience as Claremont's representative on Three Valleys
Municipal Water Board; community volunteer; and member of
Claremont's business and professional community will serve the citizens
of Claremont well as we move together into a most challenging new
century.
I ask for your vote on March 2 !
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FOR
MEMBER OF THE CITY COUNCIL
KAREN M. ROSENTHAL
Age: 54
,;Occupation: Incumbent
'.' . Grew up in Southern California. Graduate of the University of the Pacific,
Legal assistant certificate - UC Riverside [1998]
. Returned Peace Corps Volunteer-Ethiopia [1967-68]
. Claremont resident for 28 years
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. Village restaurant owner [1..982-85]. Member of the Chamber of
Commerce for 13 )lears. Medical practice manager for 23 years.
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. Council member and mayor pro tem for past two years. Member of
numerous other community organizations
Claremont continues to be an oasis in the midst of the megalopolis that
is Los Angeles County. For 26 years I participated in my community as a
volunteer for many organizations. As a council member I have diligently
and cooperatively worked to maintain the high quality of Claremont life by
my concern for and involvement in matters of transportation, human
services, public works and infrastructure planning and maintenance.
It has been a rewarding experience meeting with Claremont residents and
sharing their neighborhood and community concerns. I have the
knowledge, the enthusiasm and the energy to serve this city as a
reelected member of the city council. I look forward to working with
residents to make positive and lasting contributions to this wonderful
community.
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MEMBER OF THE CITY COUNCIL
BILL WIESE
Age:
Occupation:
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Businessman
B.A. I M.B.A. Michigan State University
Chair - Claremont Sports Committee
Board Member - Claremont Little League
Former - Community Services Commissioner
Little League and A YSO coach
I am a businessman, husband and father. My eleven year old son is active
in school, sports, and the community. My wife is a respected real estate
agent and is especially concerned about property values. My young family
and my M.B.A. give me a perspective not shared by other members of the
Council.
I am proud to have recently completed a four year term as a Community
Services Commissioner. While becoming known for asking the tough
questions, I have demonstrated that I know how to make decisions while
respecting the rights of both individual citizens and property owners.
We should expect leadership from the City Council that protects the unique
Claremont quality of life from gradual degradation. We should expect
excellent core services such as law enforcement, street maintenance,
trash collection, and city government itself, delivered at the lowest
reasonable cost. Finally, we should expect respectful treatment from
elected officials at all times.
I will work to make a city of which we can all be proud.
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FOR
MEMBER OF THE CITY COUNCIL
BOB SARVER
Age:
Occupation:
67
Property Manager
I have been a resident of Claremont for 10 years. I love this community
and would like to be a part of helping to guide our community into the new
millennium.
I have been involved in the local political scene for the past 5 years. I
currently serve as President of Active Claremont, having served 2 terms
as Treasurer.
I attended UCLA, pre-law; Chicago University, Sociology; and Moore
Theological Seminary studying Theology and Sociology. I am a non-
practicing Para-Legal.
I worked for over 20 years as a social worker, working with the homeless
and inner-city poor in 2 of our major cities before semi-retirement and
moving to Claremont.
I feel the City Council needs members that will serve all of our citizens,
being sensitive to the wants and needs of the community. I feel it is time
for a change in our Council with someone who has new and fresh ideas,
with an approach to issues that has the welfare of our citizens first and
foremost.
I would like to be that Councilmember for you. Your vote for me and
change will be greatly appreciated.
Member, Nature Conservancy, Sierra Club, Claremont League of Women
Voters, Friends of the Claremont Library.
Is/ BOB SARVER
FOR
MEMBER OF THE CITY COUNCIL
ALBERT F. QUINTANAR
Age: 38
Occupation: Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
My name is Albert F. Quintanar and I am running for Claremont City
Council. Change is a part of life. I am all for change if there is a direct
benefit to the public. However, the thought in the city at this time is to
change the very landscape we have known and loved for so many years.
There are a number of issues to consider. First, is the proposed
temporary waste facility to be built on Foothill and Claremont Boulevards
to which I am opposed. Second, the development of Claremont West to
act as an attraction to major chain stores which will destroy the packing
house and hurt other businesses in the village. Third, a disregard to the
outlying areas of the city. Sections that feel disenfranchised by a lack of
representation in an at-large city council. Yes, we do need change to
allow the city to continue to grow. However, it need not come from
bringing in trash, big business, and it should include a city government
that is represented by all of its constituents. These are the issues as they
should be presented to you. This is our city; let's take it back!
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MIEMBRO DEL CONCEJO MUNICIPAL
ALBERT F. QUINTANAR
Edad: 38
Ocupación: Consejero de Rehabilitación Vocacional
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Me lIamo Albert F. Quintanar y estoy presentando candidatura para el
Con'cejo Municipal de Claremont. EI cambio es parte de mi vida. Yo
estoy a favor del cambio si hay un beneficio directo para el público. Sin
embargo, la idea en la ciudad en este momento es cambiar el mismísimo
paisaje que hemos conocido y querido durante tantos años. Hay varios
asuntos que tomar en cuenta. Primero, se trata de la instalación
temporal de desechos que se propone construir en los Bulevares Foothill
y Claremont, a 10 cual yo rJ1e opongo. Segundo, el desarrollo de la parte
Oeste de Claremont que va a servir de atracción para las principales
cadenas de tiendas, y quœ va a d,estruir la empacadora y a perjudicar
otros negocios del pueblo. Teréero, hay un descuido de las zonas
aledañas a la ciudad. Secciones que se sienten privadas de derechos
civiles por una falta de representación del concejo municipal en general.
Sí, necesitamos un cambio para permitir que la ciudad siga creciendo.
Sin embargo, no necesita provenir del hecho de traer basura, ni de
grandes empresas, y este debería incluir un gobierno municipal que
representa a todos los electores. Estos son los temas tal y como
deberían ser presentados ante ustedes. ¡Esta es nuestra ciudad;
recuperémosla!
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FOR
MEMBER OF THE CITY COUNCIL
ALGIRD G. LEIGA
Age: 65
Occupation: Councilmember IBusiness Executive
Today our city is healthy and our residents feel proud to tell people that
they live in Claremont. However, in my nine years as your councilmember
we have struggled through the consequences of a recession and
significant state take-aways of city revenues. I am pleased that I had the
opportunity to overcome the repercussions of these events through
prudent management of financial resources.
I will continue to use my business experience to improve our financial
health through operating efficiencies and business development. My
priorities include maintaining our high quality public safety, senior
programs, parks, roads and all public facilities. Cooperation with our
schools is essential to be able to implement meaningful youth programs
and joint operating efficiencies.
As President of the San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments I have
been able to identify business opportunities for Claremont and
improvements in public transportation. I will leverage my community
service experience to benefit all of our residents.
My wife Ann and I moved to Claremont in 1973 and raised our four children
here. Claremont is our home. I want to retain the quality of life that we all
expect in Claremont. I ask for your vote and ideas to improve our city.
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PARA
MIEMBRO DEL CONCEJO MUNICIPAL
ALGIRD G. LEIGA
Edad: 65
Ocupación: Concejal/Ejecutivo de Negocios
Hoy en día nuestra ciudad se encuentra floreciente y sus residentes se
sìenten orgullosos de decirle a la gente que viven en Claremont. Sin
embargo, en mis nuevo años como concejal he luchado contra las
consecuencias de una recesión, y contra el estado que se ha lIevado
importantes cantidades de los ingresos municipales. Me complace que
haya tenido la oportunidad de superar las repercusiones de estos eventos
mediante una administración prudente de los recursos financieros.
Yo seguiré utilizando mi experiencia en los negocios para mejorar el
bienestar financiero, mediante eficiencias en las operaciones y el
desarrollo empresarial. Mis prioridades incluyen el mantener una alta
calidad en nuestra seguridad pública, los programas para las personas
mayores, los parques, las carreteras y todas las instalaciones públicas.
La cooperación con nuestras escuelas es indispensable con el fin de lIevar
a cabo programas útiles para los jóvenes, y lograr eficiencias en
operaciones conjuntas.
Como presidente del Consejo de Gobiernos del Valle de San Gabriel, he
podido identificar oportunidades de negocios para Claremont, y mejoras
en el transporte público. Haré uso de mi experiencia en el servicio a la
comunidad para beneficiar a todos nuestros residentes.
Mi esposa Ann y yo nos mudamos a Claremont en 1973 y criamos a
nuestros cuatro hijos aquí. Claremont es nuestro hogar. Quiero mantener
la calidad de vida que todos esperamos tener en Claremont. Les pido su
voto e ideas para mejorar a nuestra ciudad.
If I ALGIRD G. LEIGA
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