After much consideration, I have decided to endorse the candidacy of
Rochelle Swanson for Davis City Council.
I believe that Rochelle’s election brings great hope that the city will
begin more seriously addressing the most critical issue we currently face:
the state of our finances. In my opinion, our inability to exercise better
fiscal discipline has placed at greater risk the safety of our neighborhoods
and roads, our constituents’ ability to continue paying for vital services
and the public trust we as stewards of taxpayer dollars seek to engender in
general. I predict that Rochelle will advance positive, substantive
structural change for the long-term fiscal health of the city and will take
advantage of the next round of labor negotiations to do so.
Furthermore, my belief is that Rochelle will contribute to a balanced view
on the Council of land use matters. I am confident in Rochelle’s desire to
rein in unsustainable growth by upholding the principles of our current
General Plan. Very importantly, I predict she will view with a critical eye
any proposals for future residential development on our periphery. I
especially appreciate her sensitivity to the public’s expressed desire for a
small, compact city.
In general, I expect that Rochelle will not be afraid to vote “no” when
necessary, while working earnestly and diligently with her Council
colleagues toward consensus on common-sense alternatives.
I readily acknowledge that under other circumstances, Rochelle may not have
been a natural choice for me, based on aspects of her political and
professional background. However, my observation is that one’s voting
history on national or state issues may not necessarily be a predictor of
his or her voting record in local nonpartisan elected office. Rochelle and I
certainly do not agree on all issues, and as such I do not expect that she
will vote precisely how I might have voted on future issues before the
Council. However, I have confidence in the fundamental philosophy and
independent thinking she seeks to bring to the Council dais. I also believe
that Rochelle’s unique relationships within the community can translate into
positive change – some of which we have already seen during her candidacy –
in several aspects of community life.
I encourage my fellow Davisites to support Rochelle Swanson.
Lamar Heystek
Vote Swanson, Li for City Council
It's time for a change on the City Council. We are being asked to Band-Aid our school finances by one fundraiser after another, while the City Council pushes for extravagant, multimillion-dollar water and sewer projects that could quadruple our individual city utility bills.
Meanwhile, we have council wannabes whose only concept of leadership is to jaunt around town on bicycles and talk about green this and green that. Well, I don't buy it.
I believe we need people on the council who are realistic, and who will recognize and confront the real fiscal challenges facing our citizens, schools and city.
Therefore, I am voting for Rochelle Swanson and urge other citizens to vote for both Rochelle and Jon Li. And definitely vote yes on Measure R, the Measure J renewal.
Rick Entrikin | Davis | May 16, 2010 00:26
Swanson is what's best for Davis
Bud Wolf | Davis | April 16th, 2010
Rochelle for Davis. This is more than a campaign slogan, but
represents the attitude of Rochelle Swanson, candidate for City
Council.
Davis voters are being afforded a unique opportunity in the upcoming
election — to lessen the effects of “machine politics “in our city.
Council elections are supposed to be nonpartisan, but all too often,
coalitions are formed that represent the views of one party or the
other and not what is best for all of Davis. Special interest groups
form behind a candidate and we see one-issue politics.
Controlled growth does not mean no growth. Transportation issues
translate to more than just bicycles. People who build houses are not
“villains,” nor are people who drive cars. There are people in Davis
who are unable to use a bicycle.
Our youth should be able to buy a home in Davis. Our city needs a
person or persons on the council who can and will thoughtfully review
the issues that come before the council and make informed decisions
that are in the best interest of all of Davis.
I believe Rochelle Swanson is one of those people. She has a vested
interest in this community. Her children go to school here and
community safety is an important issue. She is not the hand-picked
successor to a member who is leaving. She represents the interests and
values of one who has dedicated untold number of hours to the Blue &
White Foundation stadium project to the extent of reducing her own
business to virtually nothing to serve the city of Davis.
Won't you find out about all of the candidates and then cast your vote
for Rochelle? It will be good for Davis.
Bud Wolf
Davis
Swanson, Krovoza deserve your vote
Jerry Adler | Davis | May 4th, 2010
From my perspective after three terms on the Davis City Council,
including service as mayor, plus 10 years of Davis board, commission,
committee and task force appointments, I offer my endorsements of two
outstanding City Council candidates.
Both candidates have demonstrated effective leadership. Both have been
deeply involved in community activities. Both have responsible
careers that allow the necessary flexibility of time. Both are married
and are raising their children here. Both have the maturity, wisdom
and intellectual capacity to address the many issues that council
members must confront.
Both are warm, approachable, personable and capable of influencing
their colleagues. Both prioritize the significant financial, public
safety and infrastructure problems facing the city.
Those candidates are Rochelle Swanson and Joe Krovoza. They deserve
your support and your vote.
Jerry Adler
Davis
A few reasons to vote for Swanson
Danny Tomasello | Davis | May 18, 2010
Just a few reasons why I'm voting for Rochelle Swanson for City
Council ... and you should, too.
Rochelle has tangibly given back to the community with her work on
Davis High School stadium, in particular the Steve Larsen Bike Plaza,
highlighting her understanding the importance of cycling in our
community.
She is the only candidate who owns a business and does business with
actual business people. Her expertise is in negotiations. She
understands multiple points of view and brings differing opinions to
agreement.
Rochelle is a parent whose kids are in Davis schools. If you're a
parent in town, you understand why this matters.
She's also consistently gracious and a pleasure to be around, but
that's just a bonus point.
I hope you join me and vote for Rochelle!
Danny Tomasello
Davis
A true champ for children, families
Judy Wolf | Davis | May 21, 2010
There is no question that Rochelle Swanson possesses extensive
experience that makes her the person Davis needs on its City Council.
But how many of you know the woman behind those professional
qualifications?
I first met Rochelle when she and I became members of the Rotary Club
of Davis. I was asked to be the chair of the club's Child Abuse
Prevention Committee and Rochelle signed up for the committee. I had
never met Rochelle, but was pleased that she had joined the committee.
The first thing on our agenda was to establish a budget and develop
guidelines and a strategic plan for our program.
I was immediately drawn to Rochelle because of her passion to help
children in need and her contributions as we worked to establish our
priorities, goals and objectives, and mission. This is not easy. Child
abuse is a difficult social tragedy to talk about, let alone trying to
come up with policies and a mission for our club that would be well
thought-out and easy to articulate. It is easy to get caught up in the
emotion of the subject.
Rochelle was there to lend a calm and clear-headed approach. She
presented her ideas in a collaborative way that accomplished our
important work. She helped keep us focused on our work: child abuse
prevention.
Rochelle is an active child abuse prevention Rotarian and she helps
support the Yolo Crisis Nursery. She supports two children through the
World Vision program and supports similar organizations. She is a real
champion for children. I firmly believe she will bring this commitment
and follow-though to our city, our children and our community. She
actively solves problems and doesn't just talk about it.
When you think about whether to vote for Rochelle, think about the
woman who is not only highly professionally qualified, but also is
mature and possesses the life experiences that we need as a City
Council member. She cares deeply about our community, families and
children. She is the complete candidate.
Judy Wolf
Davis
Two candidates are already leaders
Tim Taylor and Gina Daleiden | Davis | May 26, 2010
Rochelle Swanson and Joe Krovoza, already proven leaders in Davis,
will be effective City Council members. Please join us in voting for
Rochelle and Joe.
As Davis school board members, we've had the pleasure of working with
both Rochelle and Joe in the service of our students and families.
We've seen Rochelle in her role as president of the Blue & White
Foundation. She led this community group's very successful campaign to
raise enough money to partner with the school district in building new
athletic facilities at Davis High School, and was key in respectful
and savvy collaboration.
We know and admire Joe for his involvement in youth recreation, parks
volunteering and our Green Schools initiative. Joe and Rochelle worked
jointly to bring the Blue & White Foundation and Davis Bicycles!
together to ensure that there will be quality bike racks at the entry
to the new DHS stadium.
We both appreciate Rochelle and Joe's tireless commitment to our
schools, our children and the community. Rochelle has volunteered for
more than 20 years as a mom and worked as a business owner and
attorney to make Davis a better place in which to raise our children.
Joe has volunteered for Putah Creek, as an AYSO coach, and his
expertise in water and environmental law also will support the city we
love.
The fiscal challenges facing the school district and the city call out
for Rochelle and Joe's leadership, maturity, confidence and experience
to bring people and governments together to serve us all.
Help elect Rochelle and Joe. We look forward to relying on their
leadership skills so that the city and the school district can work
more effectively for all of Davis.
Tim Taylor
Gina Daleiden
Davis
Swanson has the track record
Dick Livingston | Davis | May 27, 2010
Please vote for Rochelle Swanson for City Council. Rochelle has a most
diverse following. She is very informed and clear on local issues. Her
position on growth is that it must be based upon proven needs. Her
understanding of budgetary matters goes far beyond other candidates.
Her successes in supporting local schools speaks for itself.
Once you experience a serious conversation with Rochelle about local
issues and solutions you, too, will be convinced that she is the one
to support. Some of her opponents' supporters have been spreading
rumors about Rochelle; in other words, conducting a smear campaign.
They claim she is currently supporting Sarah Palin. This is a false
rumor.
Rochelle is the only current candidate who voted no on Measure X - a
big development at Covell and Pole Line that failed. Rochelle is the
only candidtate who supported Measure J, which is now called Measure
R. Rochelle is not in any political camp. She will bring knowledge and
clear thinking to the City Council.
Dick Livingston
Davis
Swanson's shown her leadership
Heidy Kellison | Davis | May 27, 2010
I met Rochelle Swanson while working with the Davis High School Blue &
Foundation to renovate our high school stadium. Rochelle's leadership
was tenacious. It wasn't uncommon for her to work into the middle of
the night, only to start the next day bright and early, ready to
tackle the day's tasks.
Her leadership style is welcoming, inclusive, and she gets the job
done. That's why I'm supporting Rochelle for City Council.
Heidy Kellison
Davis
Choose these two candidates
Crilly Butler | Davis | May 28, 2010
I'd like to offer my strongest endorsement of two outstanding
candidates for Davis City Council - Joseph Krovoza and Rochelle
Swanson. Joe is by far my favorite pick, as he is simply a sterling
candidate in every respect. As for Rochelle, I may disagree strongly
with her on national politics, but at the local level she will work
steadfastly with Joe to preserve the Davis we love, while fighting to
return it to fiscal health and accountability.
Don't be lulled into complacency - this is a critical election, and it
looks like the crooked campaign dollars are about to start rolling in.
Come out to vote on June 8 for these two fine Davisites.
Crilly Butler
Davis
Sound judgment, great ethics
Bill Kopper | Davis | May 28, 2010
Rochelle Swanson deserves our support for Davis City Council. She has
an exceptional ability to listen to different views and work toward
consensus. Trained as a lawyer, she has good analytical skills and can
be trusted with our shrinking budget. She is a very positive person
and will work hard for the people of Davis.
I have known Rochelle for many years and recommend her as a person of
sound judgment, outstanding ethics and deep commitment to her family
and this community.
Bill Kopper
Davis
I support Krovoza, Swanson
Sue Greenwald | Davis | May 28, 2010
After long, very pleasant discussions with candidates for City Council
who are running funded campaigns as well with Daniel Watts, I have
decided to endorse Joe Krovoza and Rochelle Swanson. All the
candidates were delightful to talk with, and I thank them all for
taking the time to meet with me.
While I don't expect that any of the candidates would vote exactly the
way I would on every issue, I think Joe Krovoza and Rochelle Swanson
share the same basic values concerning city planning, and that both
will take the steps needed to deal with our budget crisis. I believe
they both will make good decisions, work very hard, use common sense
and show good judgment.
I have worked with Krovoza in the past, and I endorsed him early on.
He has a has a passion for environmental issues and for bicycle and
pedestrian-friendly planning. He has shown impressive initiative in
his in work toward the Putah Creek accord and has strong, grassroots
neighborhood support. He is highly intelligent, thoughtful and
genuinely respectful of all opinions.
I did not know Swanson personally before I talked with her as a
candidate, but I was very impressed with her intelligence, her quick
grasp of the issues, the flexibility of her thinking and the work she
had already done to reach out and obtain input. I was particularly
impressed that she had already talked with our two renowned university
water experts, George Tchoban-oglous and Ed Schroeder, to try to
understand the most cost-efficient ways to deal with our water issues.
I had spent years advocating that we enlist the help of these
world-class experts, who, in fact, have ideas that could potentially
help us save up to $75 million or $100 million on our wastewater
treatment plant. Rochelle had turned to them for advice without
prompting. I think she will be a tremendous asset to the council.
I hope everyone will join me in voting for Measure R, which renews the
provision that ensures our right to vote on new peripheral
subdivisions, and for Measure Q, which is a renewal of our existing
city half-cent sales tax override, and which is essential to support
basic city services.
Sue Greenwald
Davis
Joe and Rochelle for council
Pam Gunnell | Davis | May 28, 2010
This is an important City Council election because we have the
opportunity to elect two individuals who not only have deep roots in
the community, but are also open and independent. Both Joe Krovoza and
Rochelle Swanson have demonstrated through their civic involvement
that they truly care about our city and preserving its quality of
life. Both candidates also have shown that they are accessible and
will be sensitive to all sides of an issue.
Most important, however, is the fact that both candidates are running
campaigns that are broad and that do not rely on established local
machines. Joe and Rochelle will clearly bring diversity of thought to
the current council and will have the independence to vote for what is
in the best interest of the city.
Pam Gunnell
Davis
Vote Swanson and Measure R
Tansey Thomas | Davis | May 28, 2010
For reasons so well articulated by Councilman Lamar Heystek and by
many others, I am voting for Rochelle Swanson for election to our City
Council. Some of you are aware that I had resolved to completely
ignore this City Council election out of despair.
However, the Picnic Day fiasco discussion focused my attention on
Rochelle. I was very impressed with her handling of that explosive
matter in such a professional, civil and courteous manner. I began to
catch up on the council race and check with people whose opinions I
respect. They said Rochelle is everything she says she is, and were
impressed by her proven ability to work with a cross-section of people
and interests. She gained the support of many of them for her
election; she listens and has grown. Rochelle is who the City Council
needs.
Voting for Measure R is simply a vote to retain the citizens' right to
a say on how the city grows. I am comfortable with that.
I strongly urge you to vote and support the election of Rochelle
Swanson to the Davis City Council and also vote for Measure R.
Tansey Thomas
Davis
Dear Editor,
As owner of a small business in downtown Davis, I am writing to strongly support Rochelle Swanson for City Council. Among her priorities is an ongoing healthy business climate. She knows from practical experience and knowledge what that takes.
With her business perspective, she understands the City’s first responsibility to its citizens to live within its means now and in the future. With her background in the private sector, Rochelle respects our contributions as Davis residents to city funds. She will allocate our resources wisely and well. Overall, as our elected representative, she will be a firm, deliberative, approachable, and fair presence on the Council. I urge everyone to vote for Rochelle Swanson for Davis City Council.
Alzada Knickerbocker
