Public safety, economic stability, housing, traffic and preservation of local resources.The question is who do you want making decisions on behalf of Pleasanton. As your Mayor, I will continue to deliver on priorities that impact our quality of life: * Locally controlled planning and housing needs, * Culturally diverse representation on task forces, commissions and more, * Traffic mitigation through expanded public transit options, * Protection and funding of our resources (e.g., schools, water, open space), * Promote a thriving downtown and our overall business community. "I've had to make the decision to withdraw my candidacy at the city level in order to take on an opportunity to help on a national campaign until November, where I believe I can have more impact," Ghanta said. It is time to supplement our force with mental health professionals. The city previously used its wells to distribute the other 20% to its residents.The safety of the community was another top priority for the three candidates with Liu saying it would be his main focus if elected. Council requested the bi-annual reporting and it was implemented immediately. are the parents of three adult children, and have one grandchild. * Safety: Protecting our families is my top priority. "(Senate Bill) 35, was signed into law by Gov. Ive lived on my street in Pleasanton for 35 years with my wife and raised three kids together, who all graduated from Pleasanton schools. * Develop programs to incentivize solar power in our homes, businesses, and community. The election winners will help lead the council as it navigates two of the most significant issues perhaps of all-time in city history -- moving through and out of the COVID-19 pandemic and economic downturn, and advancing with social justice reform discussions that include potential policy changes to community policing in Pleasanton. Thanks to PW for facilitating the debate and thank you to all of the candidates for running. City Council & Mayor Mayor & City Council The City Council, comprised of the Mayor and four City Councilmembers, is the governing body of the city, with all the regulatory and corporate powers of a municipal corporation provided under California State Law. Pleasanton has always had an at-large election system, where voters of the entire City elect the Mayor and all Councilmembers. We can choose to have compassionate responses to mental health crises. Another source of information is the supplier for over 80% of the city's water supplies, Zone 7. "In the meantime, the treatment option remains the plan. Julie Testa was first elected to the Pleasanton City Council in November 2018 and re-elected in November 2022. (Image courtesy City of Pleasanton). For more information, please visit www.randyforpleasanton.com. I promoted vibrant, multicultural programming that continues to this day. * I am the only candidate who advocated to protect downtown from policies that could have displaced Main Street shops and restaurant properties with multi-story, residential complexes.MY PRIORITIES* Allocate city resources wisely and keep all members of our community safe. Pleasanton City Council I did not realize there was a candidate forum until I saw this article on the Weekly. "Public safety is my number one priority in my platform," Liu said. January 18, 2022City Council Staff Report Kiziloglu, who holds a Master in Public Administration, previously worked as a researcher, later became a real estate agent and volunteers with several Bay Area organizations. * "Clean Money" Campaign Pledge: Integrity in leadership is critical. City of Pleasanton, CA - Jeff Nibert "We have been set up to fail. Mr. Austin's angry, rude and disrespectful responses to a reasonable question, prohibit many thoughtful Pleasanton residents from using the Town Square. I have lived in Pleasanton for 30 years. Thank you for your input, Joe Public. * Protect and preserve our small-town downtown character -- this is our heart and where we gather together as a community. It would be best to return to more neutral forums and sponsors in the future, Pleasanton Weekly. Map Alternatives Data(2/24/22) Get the latest local news and information sent straight to your inbox. The Office of the City Clerk is located at 123 Main Street, California 94566. News Digest: First Weekend on Main | Dublin Whole Foods reopens after gas leak | Medicare Health Fair for Tri-Valley seniors, Houses represent history and heritage of Pleasanton, Around the Valley: Significant difference between news, opinion, Double feature coming to Firehouse stage next week. "I think this is one of the most important questions that we're going to face this election cycle, when it comes to PFAS or the forever chemicals that are seeping into our water supply," Wallace said. I decided to post after I read his insulting words about some of the city council candidates actions during their panel interview. * I want to be your voice on the City Council and would be honored to have your vote.For more information, please visit www.nancyallen2020.com.Valerie ArkinI am ready to be your advocate on the City Council. Affordable housing programs for low-income families, seniors and special-needs residents are underway. The competitors for City Council District 3 -- Liu, Testa and Yee -- all had different views on residential growth in Pleasanton and how the city should balance new affordable housing. He would tell stories about how he dreamed of being a lawyer when he was young. He used the Harrison Street project, which he lives near, as an example of poor policy-making with SB 35. A fifth person is on the ballot as well, Druthi Ghanta, but she bowed out of the race soon after qualifying for the election.City residents will also be voting for two at-large regular council members from among a group of candidates that includes some recognizable names in local governance as well as some fresh faces looking to serve the city at a high level for the first time.The seven council hopefuls on the ballot are Planning Commissioner Nancy Allen, Pleasanton school board Trustee Valerie Arkin, Planning Commissioner Jack Balch, Chamber of Commerce Board Chair Randy Brown, attorney Jarod Buna, Housing Commissioner Zarina Kiziloglu and Chiman Lee, a former member of the Economic Vitality Committee.The three new office holders who will be elected through the Nov. 3 ballot were already going to play a key role as the five-member council worked to address a slew of regular city business on the docket for the next two years -- and then two of the most far-reaching issues ever arrived on Pleasanton's doorstep, just like in all cities nationwide, to take center stage in 2021 and beyond: the COVID-19 pandemic and social justice reform.In the mayor contest, Karla Brown, a local real estate professional, is seeking to build upon eight years of service on the City Council that included representing Pleasanton on a variety of local and regional boards and subcommittees since first being elected in 2012. We need everyone's voice for our vibrant future! Seven candidates, most of whom are running for election for the first time, are competing for the pair of four-year council terms. I graduated from Amador Valley High School in 1996. Circulation & Delivery To place the problem into perspective, you remove California from the equation and there is a drop in homelessness throughout the country. We were attracted here by the fresh air, great parks, top public schools, the small downtown and the great community. (Removed pending verification.) Spotlight I now serve on the Planning Commission. Meetings & Agendas - pleasantontx.gov The seven council hopefuls on the ballot are Planning Commissioner Nancy Allen, Pleasanton school board Trustee Valerie Arkin, Planning Commissioner Jack Balch, Chamber of Commerce Board Chair Randy Brown, attorney Jarod Buna, Housing Commissioner Zarina Kiziloglu and Chiman Lee, a former member of the Economic Vitality Committee. I am excited to work with all parts of our community and I am excited for the bright future ahead. The residents of Pleasanton deserve a council member who has experience in managing multi-million-dollar budgets. The candidates for Pleasanton City Council are (from left) Joel Liu in District 3, Jeff Nibert in District 1, Julie Testa in District 3, Dean Wallace in District 1 and Jamie Yee in District 3. I would enjoy seeing PW follow-up by fact checking some of the candidates statements. Place a Legal Notice Pleasanton has historically advertised itself as an ideal place to live and work. * Safety: Protecting our families is my top priority. During its September 21 public meeting, the City Council adopted a resolution of intent to transition to district-based elections through a transparent and inclusive community engagement process. She worked for years in finance and telecommunications before retiring and opening a small business here in her hometown, Monterey Bay Seaglass.Arkin, the only council candidate with elected service experience, has served 12 years on the Pleasanton Unified School District Board of Trustees, opting to make the jump to City Council instead of seeking a fourth school board term this November. PLEASANTON, CA Pleasanton City Councilmember Julie Testa announced her candidacy Tuesday for another term on the council to represent the newly-formed District Three in the November. My track record reflects my collaborative working style of partnership and engagement.My wife and I moved here 30 years ago to raise our daughter. The anti-housing began with Mayor Ben Tarver, and other counsel members such as Matt Sullivan and many others some of which on the council presently lacked leader ship. He cited a recent study done by the city of Pleasanton that he said showed that the No. Mobile site. He rarely offers a reasonable discussion about issues, instead he takes personal jabs, he is meanspirited and he is unkind. "We do have short-term options and that would be to purchase water, more water instead of just 80% from Zone 7," Testa said. As your council member, I will ensure the City Council approaches key issues in a transparent and inclusive way that allows us to remain the "City of Planned Progress. "I support looking into all the possible solutions to this problem, which includes blending of water, greater treatment of water or looking for new supplies of water. I am the ONLY experienced candidate that will NOT accept campaign donations from builders or developers that often aim to buy influence over their projects. "This is more appropriate at another location. She works as a manager for Hively, a local nonprofit supporting families in need.Balch is also seeking to elevate from the Planning Commission to the City Council. * I am the only candidate who advocated to protect downtown from policies that could have displaced Main Street shops and restaurant properties with multi-story, residential complexes. Kathleen, I believe you will find that under the latest police policies, the Chief does report directly to City Council every 6 months. Thank you Gina and Jeremy for the opportunity to learn more about all 5 candidates for Pleasanton's city council 2022. Home Thanks to Pleasanton Weekly for recognizing the importance of local elections and introducing the voters to the candidates for those positions. (Portion removed) many, many others over the years because I have interfered with their demand for a Costco. (Photo by Christian Trujano). * I will not serve on boards that could have a conflict of interest with my role serving you. Testa said crime was down in Pleasanton. Contacts - pleasantontx.gov The state has taken that local expertise away from Pleasanton. "I wish the local candidates here the best of luck and will be following their campaigns. He has no prior city service experience, but longtime residents may remember him from the 1996 municipal ballot when he ran for City Council as a teenager fresh out of Amador Valley High but fell well short at the polls.Kiziloglu, who is running for public office for the first time, has served the past three years on the city's Housing Commission -- and has made affordable housing the primary priority for her council campaign. Zone 7 test results showed no detection of PFOA and PFOS in their treated surface water supplies." "The city has already been successful with affordable housing, and we will do more. Smart growth will limit impacts to current residents. "I think it's a failure on the city's part to take proactive measures to make sure a project like that doesn't happen," Wallace said. The FPPC is located at 1102 Q Street, Suite 3000, Sacramento, California 95811. "Working as a planning commissioner, I see our hardworking staff in the planning department," Nibert said. She works as a manager for Hively, a local nonprofit supporting families in need. I'm really looking forward to this election!! I hold a Masters degree in Public Administration and Public Policy Analysis. Two others have followed. Both District 1 candidates also concurred that the city's police department is doing a good job in maintaining public safety and that there is no need for additional oversight apart from the City Council with input from the recently formed Police Chief's Advisory Board. Why does the Pleasanton Weekly continue to allow him unfettered access to your website? This election is also an opportunity to show my children they can be part of the process to promote the change they want to see in their local world, and that if they put themselves out there, they also can contribute.