News: September 16, 2016<\/p>\n
\nCoalition of Santa Monica City Employees PAC stands in opposition of Measure LV<\/p>\n
After much deliberation, the Coalition of Santa Monica City Employees PAC voted unanimously to join the growing opposition to Measure LV, which aims to require voter approval for development exceeding a base height of thirty-two feet.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe coalition rarely takes a position on city, state, or county initiatives,\u201d said Lauralee Asch, Coalition PAC President, \u201cThis measure is unique because of its impact on city employees and where we work. There are no exemptions for the repair or renovation of existing facilities, specifically, in the event of a natural disaster or earthquake, but also for routine operations. Further these matters would be decided every two years, unless the city funded a special election.\u201d Asch added \u201cThe way the measure is written, it leaves more questions than it answers and will create more problems than it solves.\u201d<\/p>\n
The Coalition of Santa Monica City Employees PAC conducted a multi-step endorsement process, including a questionnaire and in-person interviews. The Coalition PAC represents over 1,600 city employees organized into ten separate associations and unions. The Coalition is comprised of non-sworn employees in all City departments, including: Public Works, Community & Cultural Services, Human Resources, Planning & Community Development, Police Department, Housing & Economic Development, Rent Control, Library, City Attorney\u2019s Office, Finance, Information Systems, Fire and Big Blue Bus. City employees provide valuable services to residents, businesses and visitors of Santa Monica on a daily basis.<\/p>\n
For all PAC related communication, please email us at contact@csmce.org.<\/p>\n
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NEWS: September 15, 2016<\/p>\n
Coalition of Santa Monica City Employees PAC stands with
\nMayor Tony Vasquez, and Councilmembers Ted Winterer,
\nGleam Davis, Terry O\u2019Day for Re-Election.<\/p>\n
This week, the Coalition of Santa Monica City Employees PAC endorsed each of the four incumbent city councilmembers seeking re-election to the Santa Monica City Council. Mayor Tony Vasquez, Mayor Pro Tempore Ted Winterer, Councilmembers Gleam Davis and Terry O\u2019 Day won the endorsements after a day of interviews with selected candidates whom had completed the Coalition\u2019s endorsement questionnaire.
\n\u201cWhile our individual associations continue to negotiate through the challenges of the day, we as a Coalition strongly believe that our current Mayor, Mayor Pro Tem and City Council members are best equipped to lead the City forward,\u201d said Lauralee Asch, Coalition PAC President.
\nAsch added, \u201cIt was clear that as a team, our City Council is focused on relieving traffic, making smart planning and land use decisions, reducing homelessness. Mayor Vasquez, Councilmembers Ted Winterer, Gleam Davis, and Terry O\u2019 Day are the best choice for renters, homeowners, and the city employees who deliver the services.\u201d
\nThe Coalition of Santa Monica City Employees PAC conducted a multi-step endorsement process, including a questionnaire and in-person interviews. The Coalition PAC represents over 1,600 city employees organized into ten separate associations and unions. The Coalition is comprised of non-sworn employees in all City departments, including: Public Works, Community & Cultural Services, Human Resources, Planning & Community Development, Police Department, Housing & Economic Development, Rent Control, Library, City Attorney\u2019s Office, Finance, Information Systems, Fire and Big Blue Bus. City employees provide valuable services to residents, businesses and visitors of Santa Monica on a daily basis.<\/p>\n
Our\u00a0collective futures: The PAC\u00a0helps candidates get elected who are committed to making sure residents continue to receive the services they count on by long-term employees who take pride in our City.<\/p>\n
Strength in numbers: The strength of our Coalition rests within our membership. The more members we have – the more resources we have to impact the issues which are import to us.<\/p>\n
Wages, hours, and working conditions: It is well documented that workers whom are organized, earn more and enjoy better benefits.<\/p>\n
For all PAC related communication, please email us at contact@csmce.org.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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