Too long have special interest groups been allowed to have a step-up on County voters. It’s time to make effective changes which will help protect the ordinary citizen. Here in
- We need to up the limit to $99.99 a citizen can make to a candidate without having to have his or her name divulged to people who place their self interests above those of others. It provides protection from both politicians and bosses who might take umbrage at your political choices and seek retribution for your decision. This is the same level as the state and most cities allow.
- We need a $1,000.00 limit on personal campaign contributions and a $2,000.00 combined limit before a Board member is required to recuse themselves from and votes or discussions which would have a financial impact on the donor. This has no impact on the amount of a donation one can make but does impact a Board of Supervisor member. This limit should be in play for the four years leading up to an election and or the four years after one. This would limit special interest groups or individuals with deep pockets from influencing Board decisions inappropriately.
- We need to stop allowing large campaign donations of $1,000.00 or more to elected department heads who then utilize these same companies for county business. This would stop the perception, real or implied, contracts with
These requests for action have been brought before the Board of Supervisors several times in the past two years.
The time for action is now.
Call, write, email, or just stop and talk with them on the street and let them know how important and timely this is.
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