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GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION
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CITY OF, HUNTINGTON BEACH
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ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA
TUESDAY,- APRIL 14, 1970
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For MEMBER of the
CITY COUNCIL Vote for Four
TED W. BARTLETT
Incumbent
1 ALVIN M. COEN
Incumbent .
1 N. J. (JACK) GREEN
Member of the City Council
1 RONALD C. BAUER
1 Corporate Vice President
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HENRY H. DUKE
Stock Broker
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I JOSEPH S. (JOE) FERM
I Engineer.
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I PHYLLIS J. GALKIN
I Realtor
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NORMA BRANDEL GIBBS
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I ' WILLIAM N. (GIB) GIBSON
Plumber
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KENNETH R. GOODWIN, SR.
Contractor
HOPE P. GREER
Secretary
GORDON R. HATCH
Local Businessman
RONALD V. KNAPP
Manufacturing Analyst Coordinator
A. C. MARION
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Oil Production
MARCUS M. PORTER
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Electronics Production Supervisor
ROGER D. SLATE'S
Business-Real Estate
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ROBERT C. TERRY
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Auto Dealer
I ROBERT J. ZINNGRABE
Member of the Board of Trustees
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For CITY ATTORNEY-
Vote for One
DON P. BONFA
Incumbent
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HUNTINGTON BEACH j
CANDIDATES' STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION
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The following Candidates' Statements of Qualifications have been filed
with the City Clerk pursuant to Section 10012.5 of the Elections Code
of the State of California. All candidates had the opportunity to,submit
such a statement. The cost of preparation, handling and mailing is paid
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�1AITEMENT OF QUALIFICATION Or -
TED W. BARTLETT
CANDIDATE FOR THE OFFICE OF
MEMBER OF THE CITY COUNCIL
Name: Ted W. Bartlett
Residence: 1718 Pine Street,Huntington Beach
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Age: sixty seven
Occupation: Local businessman—incumbent councilman
Education: Oakes High School and Kemper Business College, Aberdeen,
South Dakota. Salesmanship courses University of Southern
California
Qualifications: 44 Years RESIDENCE
12 Years as City COUNCILMAN
Two Terms as MAYOR
PRESIDENT, H. B. Chamber of Commerce, two terms
PRESIDENT, Orange County League of Cities
- Self-employed local BUSINESSMAN
This broad background of SOLID EXPERIENCE, acquired during
a period of dynamic city growth, will be of great value in solving the
problems of even greater growth that lies ahead.
I have been part of the LEGISLATIVE TEAMS that have initiated
the civic programs that are now helping to make our city a better place
to live. These include:
New Park and Recreation Development
Improved Youth Programs
Expanded Police and Fire Protection
Substantial Beachfront Improvements
Sensible Fiscal Planning
These programs are not completed—and other programs will be
needed. My background, experience and proven willingness to LISTEN
l to the people will aid in the successful continuation of our orderly
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STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATION OF
STATEMENT OF OUALIFICATION OF
JACK GREEN
ALVIN M. COEN ; CANDIDATE FOR THE OFFICE OF
CANDIDATE FOR THE OFFICE OF MEMBER OF THE CITY COUNCIL
MEMBER OF THE CITY COUNCIL
Name: Jack Green
Name:Alvin M. Coen Residence: 6972 Canterbury Drive,Huntington Beach
Residence: 5792 Meadowbrook Drive, Huntington Beach, California Age: 44
Age: 32 Occupation: Businessman—Mayor of Huntington Beach
Occupation:Attorney Education: B.A. Degree in Political Science, University of California at
Education: B.A. degree in economics; LL.B. and J.D. degree from Uni- Santa Barbara; Candidate for Master's Degree in Public
versify of Arizona College of Law Administration, California State College at Fullerton_in Jan-
uary, 1971.
Qualifications: I believe an incumbent's record is his most honest state-
ment of qualifications. During my terms of office,I: Qualifications: Four years ago I became your city councilman with many
Sought appointment of a city industrial coordinator; we now promises and much hope. Most of those promises have been kept. The
have an economic development director; beachfront is now a thing of pride. A cracking-fine police department
Sought updated safety services; we introduced two helicopters, has brought realism to the narcotics problem.' Industry has broadened
increased facilities,added staff. the city tax base and commercial development has expanded the city's
Sought a sound plan for park land acquisition and development; hard income. Parks . . : we have $6 million worth of them on the way.
we are proceeding with extensive plans throughout the city; And we have a new city hall site, Orange County's first helicopter patrol,
Sought civic modernization and beautification; we selected a ' rigid control. of new service stations, a fulltime industrial coordinator,
civic center and central library site and have developed plans I better fire protection and improvement in our dirty oil fields. And much
for downtown rejuvenation and beach improvement. _ more. But ahead, we need more oilfield cleanup, a rational mobile
homes and apartment zoning program, protection against offshore oil
I am proud of my record as your councilman, and especially my term blight, early construction of civic center and library and a councilman
as Mayor. I believe my training as an Attorney helped me serve. i you can tell your problems to. I hope to be that man for another four
I pledge in the coming term to seek: years.
Continued park and beach improvements
Control of environmental pollution Jack Green
Sound planning and zoning
Sound financial management
Street and traffic improvements
Continued youth involvement
I CAN SUCCEED ONLY WITH YOUR SUPPORT
Alvin M. Coen
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STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATION OF
b�ATEMENT OF QUALIFICATION OF HENRY H. DUKE
RONALD C. BAUER CANDIDATE FOR THE OFFICE OF
;CANDIDATE FOR THE OFFICE -OF MEMBER OF THE CITY. COUNCIL
MEMBER OF THE CITY COUNCIL I Name: Henry H. Duke
Name: RONALD C. BAUER Residence: 16422 Fairway Lane, Huntintgon Beach, California
Residence: 6162 NAPA CIRCLE, HUNTINGTON BEACH j Age: 32
Age: 38 I Occupation: Huntington Beach Planning Commissioner—Stockbroker
Occupation: CORPORATE VICE PRESIDENT Education: Bachelor of Arts—Political Science at U.C. Santa Barbara
Associate Arts Degree—Ventura College
Education: CLAREMONT HIGH SCHOOL, CHAFFEY COLLEGE Qualifications-
Qualifications: The people of HUNTINGTON BEACH require con- Absolutely NO CONFLICT OF INTEREST
cerned representation. Through years of participation. in "people ori- Planning Commissioner—Working for
ented" activities, I feel qualified to supply this need as City Council- Revised Master Plan to reduce Apartment development, increase
man.A brief of these activities:
open space;
RECREATION AND PARKS COMMISSION Commercial and Industrial development to reduce homeowners
Working for open space and a more healthful, natural environment. taxes!
Helping to present a broad recreational program for people of all ages Park acquisition and development.
and interests. Clean up blight; eliminate idle oil wells.
AREA ADMINISTRATOR FOR LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL Orderly Progressive Growth
Planning and management of fiscal affairs. Mid-Beach Coordinating Development Committee—Working Master
Co-ordinating a baseball program that provides boys with an oppor- Plan for downtown revitalization.
tunity to develop skills and teamwork while enjoying themselves.
President of Bolsa Chica Homeowners Association; Home Council Mem-
"PEOPLE FOR PARKS" CHAIRMAN ber; Helping increase Homeowners representation in Government and
Successful parks bond election. working against unneeded airports.
ACTIVE MEMBER OF HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION Stockbroker—Provides much-needed background for good, sound finan-
Striving for a more balanced community through revision of the Mas- cial planning.
ter Plan. Past Real Estate Appraiser—Provides experience and knowledge of high-
ADVISOR TO YOUTH COALITION COUNCIL I est and best land uses.
Assisting in the ,increase of communication between youth and the Studied all levels of representative government and their administration.
community. Involved as baseball coach and other youth-oriented actiivties.
CITIZENS STUDY COMMITTEE FOR OCEAN VIEW SCHOOL Member—St. Bonaventure, Member Parent Faculty Organization, Parent
DISTRICT Participation Nursery Schools.
Analyzed the implementation of new concepts in the educational system proud father of four boys.
Ronald C. Bauer Henry H. Duke
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STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATION OF
JOSEPH S. (JOE) FERM STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATION OF
PHYLLIS ,J. GALKIN
CANDIDATE FOR THE OFFICE OF
MEMBER OF THE CITY COUNCIL CANDIDATE FOR THE OFFICE OF
MEMBER OF THE CITY COUNCIL
Name: Joseph S. (Joe)Ferm
Residence: 17581 Gothard Street, Huntington Beach Name: Phyllis J. Galkin
Age: 42 Residence: 715 Tenth Street Huntington Beach
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Occupation: Engineer Age: 34
Education: Engineering education attained' in Sweden. Knowledge in Occupation: Realtor
municipal,legislative, economic and political affairs has been Education: High School graduate, attended San Diego J.C., Los Angeles
gained through self study and practical application. City College, and presently attending Orange Coast College
Qualifications: Over the years I have acquired respect and appreciation majoring in Political Science, transferring to U.C.I. for B.A.
for our governmental system as inspired by our founding fathers. Under- in Political Science. State of California Real Estate Broker
standing the principles that promote a free society provides the essential Licensee.
philosophical base on which just decisions are made. Qualifications: Active participation in all phases of community develop-
I have stated "a free society has two inseparable elements: the right ment has provided me with the knowledge necessary-to be effective as
to property, and liberty. When government disrespects either, you will a Councilwoman. Professional and Community-Service: President of
eventually lose both." Soroptimists Club 1969-70, Treasurer 1968-69; President of Huntington
Beach-Fountain Valley Womens Council Chapter, 1970; Alternate Dele-
To counter increasing disrespect of government for citizen and gate for Board of Realtors to California Real Estate Association 1969-
property rights, the Property Owners Protective League was organized 1970, CREA Multiple listing representative for 32nd District, 1969;
in early 1967. As founder and first chairman, I have often challenged Downtown Chairman—Mothers-March of Dimes, 1968; Heart Fund Vol-
governmental threats to these rights, and have been silenced when at- unteer; 1967; Member Park Bonds Committee, 1969. Awards: Realtor of
tempting to offer positive alternatives compatible with moral principles. the Year, 1969; .Associate of the Year, 1967; Huntington Beach Jaycees
For this reason, I seek election to the City Council to more effectively I Distinguished Service Award nominee, 1968. Goals: Work in harmony
represent you. with my fellow council members to: Utilize the natural assets of our
Let's cooperate to build a complete city in which we can live, work, city for the enjoyment of all citizens, provide Huntington Beach with
grow, and play with personal and financial security. economical responsibility. Cultural opportunities and support of beauti-
fication programs including expeditious inauguration of the "Top of the
Joseph S. Ferm + Pier Project".
Phyllis J. Galkin
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STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATION OF ! STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATION OF
NORMA BRANDEL -GIBES j GORDON R. HATCH
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CANDIDATE FOR THE OFFICE OF CANDIDATE FOR THE OFFICE OF
MEMBER OF THE CITY COUNCIL MEMBER OF THE CITY COUNCIL
Name: Norma Brandel Gibbs Name: Gordon R. Hatch
Residence: 17087 Westport Drive Huntington Beach Residence: 16692 Baruna Lane; Huntington Beach j
Occupation: Professor and counselor at California State College at Long Age: 40
Beach. Occupation: Local Businessman
Education: A.A., North Park College, PH.B. Northwestern University,
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I Education: A.A., Santa Monica City College. B.A. in Business Adminis-
M.Ed.,-University of.Illinois, completing doctorate in coun-
seling at University of Southern California. tration, Colorado College
Qualifications: Served two years as mayor and one year as vice-mayor Qualifications: Gordon Hatch has been a resident of Huntington Beach
on the Seal Beach City-Council. Served as director of the Orange.County nearly 5 years and Southern California since 1944. He is a Veteran of
Sanitation District, the Orange County Coast Association and the South i the Korean War.
Coast Child Guidance Clinic. In 1964 received the Outstanding Citizen ! Mr. Hatch has been active several years in civic affairs including
of the Year award from Orange Coast College. In 1966 received the Out- ' chairman of a Zone and Variance committee to further the growth of
standing Alumni award from North Park College. A founder and director i our community, and President of the Huntington Harbour Property Own-
of the Huntington Beach Counseling Center and Teen Center. A director ers Association. He is an active church member. He is a successful busi-
of the Garden Grove Community Church Counseling Center. Member nessman and recently opened another business in Huntington Beach.
of the Orange County Mental Health Advisory Board. Secretary of the i He is concerned with the slow development of business and industrial
Orange County Tuberculosis and Respiratory Disease Board. Charter I growth and recognizes EMPLOYMENT as a major factor in stabilizing
member of the American Association of University Women and the the community.
League of Women Voters in-Huntington Beach. President-elect of A.A. .
U.W. Resident of Huntington Beach for seven years, Parks and Recrea-
tion resolve the local water pollution existing in our community.
Hatch has recently been part of a committee working to
{Comissioner for three years—currently serving as chairman. - �
Norma Brandel Gibbs I His knowledge and experience in business and civic affairs will be
dedicated toward curbing government expense, yet build a community
iti which every CITIZEN can be proud.
Gordon R. Hatch
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STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATION OF STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATION OF
RONALD V. KNAPP LA. C. MARION
CANDIDATE FOR THE OFFICE OF CANDIDATE FOR THE OFFICE OF
MEMBER OF THE CITY COUNCIL MEMBER OF THE CITY COUNCIL
Name: Ronald V.Knapp Name: A. C. Marion
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Residence: 16362 Del Mar Lane, Huntington Beach, California 92647 Residence: 101 Olive Avenue, Huntington Beach
Age: 31 Age: 45 Years Old
Occupation: Manufacturing Analyst Coordinator Occupation: Oil Production
Education: Marketing and Management Major Education: High School-1942 Menlo Junior College-1942-1944
Qualifications: If elected I will bring thirteen years of experience of cost Qualifications: Born and-raised in Huntington Beach. United States Army
control to city council combined with my education major at Cal-State 1945-1947, Sgt. Major 82nd Ordnance Battalion. Self-employed the last
Fullerton in Management, Accounting Systems, Purchasing, Labor Con- 20 years. Owner and operated a Sporting Goods Store, San Jose,'Califor-
tracts. nia, 1951-1958. Returned to Huntington Beach-1958. President of H.B.
OilCompany, Inc., and Huntington Beach Independent Producers, Inc.
Presently employed at McDonnell Douglas as Cost Analyst, Ipro-
pose to bring sound business practice to help manage City Government, Although am identified mainly with Oil because of my work on the Oil
Commission, I have also: 12 years on Board of Directors for O.C. Sup-
LOWER TAXES. I will propose a more efficient and economic admin- pliers, Inc., 1980 Lake Street, Huntington Beach. This'Industrial Supply
istration of the city school system. Our CITY SCHOOLS are not being employs 8-10 people and doing about $500,000.00 per year. Have been
utilized to their full capacity; buildings, hours, subjects, equipment, van- Board President for past year. Own 160 acre farm in Imperial County.
dalism, and all need OVERHAULING-._ - Trustee for 4 Trusts which own approximately 10 acres in Huntington
I will support the city master plan to all business in developing the Beach and a 2nd 160 acre farm in Imperial County. Hobbies: Hunting
downtown area. Oil wells will be kept clean and safe. and Fishing. Life Member of National Rifle Association from 1941.
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My political philosophy is CONSERVATIVE. I am married, have A. C. Marion
four children, veteran. I want to represent you, in getting full value of
your tax dollar.
Ronald V. Knapp
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STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATION OF
MARCUS M. PORTER STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATION OF
CANDIDATE FOR THE OFFICE OF. ROGER D. SLATES
MEMBER OF THE CITY COUNCIL CANDIDATE FOR THE OFFICE OF
,Name: MARCUS M. (MARK)PORTER
Residence: 19842 Providence Lane MEMBER OF THE CITY COUNCIL
Age: 32
Occupation: ELECTRONICS PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR/.HUN- P Name: Roger D. Slates
TINGTON BEACH PLANNING COMMISSIONER
Education: Graduate Woodrow Wilson High School—Long Beach, Cali- Residence: 1701 Main Street,Huntington Beach
forma i Age: 40
Associate of Arts—Orange Coast College
Occupation: Local Businessman—Real Estate
Massachusetts Instituterof Technology
University of California - I Education: High School,Northern California
Qualifications: I San Francisco State College, San Francisco
EXPERIENCE
MEMBER—Huntington Beach HOME Council Qualifications: Resident and local businessman for ten years. Qualifica-
tions and areas of civic involvement include:
ASSOCIATE MEMBER—CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Chairman, Huntington Beach Planning Commission
PAST MEMBER—Huntington Beach Citizen's Charter Revision Com-
mittee Past President,Huntington Beach Chamber of Commerce
Huntington Beach High School District Citizen's Ad- I Orange County Airport Commissioner
visory Committee Chamber of Commerce,"Outstanding Citizen Award", 1968
PAST CHAIRMAN—Transportation Subcommittee'of Citizen's Steering j Member,The Urban Land Institute
Committee "Realtor of the Year Award", 1962 and 1964
PAST PRESIDENT—Glen Mar Homeowners Member, Men's Advisory Committee, Huntington Beach Assistance
SEVEN YEARS SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY in electronics, League
maintaining manpower, scheduling and budgeting i Campaign Chairman, Community Chest, 1963
systems. Business and Labor Chairman,March of Dimes, 1966
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE Member, Eagle Scout Review Board, Boy Scouts of America
My background and experience qualify me to assume the important tasks
of the council office on behalf of our city's residents. The above activities reflect my qualifications and total involvement
We are at a critical time in our city's history. Our community needs and within our City over the past ten years. My record of responsible,
deserves dedicated, competent and responsive leadership. Our city coon- experienced leadership, coupled with an indepth understanding and
cil'must act with unified purpose to better serve the citizens. dedication to community involvement, has given me the ability and
WE NEED TEAMWORK qualifications to serve the City well.
My experience has prepared me to act in achieving our community goals {
without conflict of interest on any issue. Roger D. Slates
I now ask for your support on election-day and during the important
years ahead.
MARK FOR MARK PORTER
Marcus M. Porter
STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATION OF
STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATION OF ROBERT J. ZINNGRABE
ROBERT C. TERRY CANDIDATE FOR THE OFFICE OF
CANDIDATE FOR THE OFFICE OF MEMBER OF THE CITY COUNCIL
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MEMBER OF THE CITY COUNCIL a
Name: Robert J. Zinngrabe
Name: Robert C. Terry Residence: 16651 Rhone Lane '
� Residence: 19711 Quiet Bay-Lune Huntington Beach Age:42 `
Age: 32 Occupation: Management Consultant-Administrator
Occupation: President oldest Buick dealership in Orange Co. Education: Attended Northwestern University, UCLA Management
Education: Huntington Beach Elementary School, Huntington Beach Seminars
Union High School, Orange Coast College, University of Qualifications: Independent leadership, dynamic administrative skill,
Southern California Bachelor of Science Degree in Business broad legislative understanding, responsible decision-making ability.
Administration, and General Motors Institute.
j. Serving fifth year as Ocean View School District Trustee, one term
Qualifications: Lifetime resident of Huntington Beach. Charter member as President. In this capacity have supervised $13 million budget, ef-
Exchange Club of Huntington Beach. While President of Exchange Club fecting substantial economies and efficiency of operation. Served two
"67-68", Club was awarded by the City, the outstanding Service Club of terms as President, Orange County Nursing Homes Association.
the year award. Chairman of City Wide Halloween Carnival 1968 to
raise funds for Park Equipment. Support Park and Recreation Depart-
ment programs. Director of the Boys'. Club of H.B. Sponsored and comprehension of community development and planning practices.
coached various youth teams. Member Chamber of Commerce. Chair- Successful experience as self-employed businessman has provided
man Downtown Property Owners Association, actively working with the j an explicit understanding of financial management. This would aid our
City and Property Owners toward the redevelopment of Downtown and city in establishment of the sound financial base necessary for economy
the "Top of the Pier Plan" by keeping the area as a tax base rather than I in local government.
tax supported..Past Master Councilor DeMolay. Member First United
Work with State Legislature through membership in California
Methodist Church. Established Businessman with many employees,reputation for service, numerous satisfied customers, experienced ban-
School Boards Association and as Legislative Chairman, California Nurs-
ing Home Association, provides firsthand knowledge of the legislative
process—a vital element in councilmanic effectiveness.
Robert C. Terry My demonstrated record of civic involvement is the essential back-
ground for proper guidance of our city's future.
Robert J. Zinngrabe
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'�)ATEMENT OF QUALIFICATION
DON P. BONFA
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CANDIDATE, FOR THE OFFICE OF =
CITY ATTORNEY
Name: DON P. BONFA
Residence: 19721 Quiet Bay Lane, Huntington Beach i
Occupation: City Attorney(Incumbent) i
Education: B.S. degree Political Science, St. Louis University;
LL.B. degree, University of Michigan School of Law;
advanced professional work in law at U.S.C. Law School;
Continuing Education of the Bar lectures and seminars
Qualifications: First full-time City Attorney.
Eighteen years legal experience. Six years as municipal
attorney,including past two years as incumbent.
Demonstrated ability as municipal law specialist.
Skilled legal administrator.
Organized efficient "in house" office handling complex
legal matters generated by unprecedented city growth.
Earned respect of city council and department heads for
professional competence,integrity.
Excellent rapport with police department. i
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maintains independence, objectivity.
i Performs services formerly `farmed out' to outside coun-
sel, saving taxpayers'dollars.
i Vigorously enforces city laws, including oil cleanup and
anti-billboard laws.
Independent. Owes no favors. -
Leaves policy making to city council. Does not engage
in politics. Serves only in professional legal capacity.
Member: California Bar; American Bar; City Attorney
department League of Cities; National Institute Municipal Law Officers;
Rotary; Jaycees; Exchange Club; Coordinating Council; Board, Boy's
Club; Chairman, YMCA; Instructor, City Government, Golden West
College.
Don P. Bonfa
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PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE CHARTER
OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH, .CALIFORNIA
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ARGUMENTS FOR AND AGAINST CITY MEASURES
TO BE SUBMITTED TO THE VOTERS AT A.SPECIAL ELECTION
CONSOLIDATED WITH THE STATEWIDE GENERAL ELECTION
NOVEMBER' 3, 1970.
Paul C. Jones
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Shall the Charter be amended to provide for an YES
elective mayor, and that all departments, boards
K and commissions be established by ordinance,
and requiring compensation for councilmen be
set by public hearing and ordinance? NO
New provisions or language added to the Charter or to existing charter sections
are shown in BLACK-FACED TYPE: words and figures deleted from the Charter or
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from existing charter sections are shown in StKikeeut Type
PROPOSED CHARTER AMENDMENT K
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The Charter of the City of Huntington Beach is hereby amend-
ed by repealing Sections 706, 707, 804, 806, 807 and 808, by repeal-
ing Section 504 effective on the date of the mayoral municipal
election held in April, 1971, except that said Section 504 shall
survive thereafter for the purposes of Subsection 0) of Section 500.1
only; and by amending Sections 502, 700 and 702; and by adding
Sections 500.1., 500.2., 501.1., 700.1., 702.1., 800, 802 and 803 to
read as follows:
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Tlere s4a4 b,&a rwe-zfsenn@l 13eaFd -Gensisting 4"€tee-n+effVbef&, Section 502. COMPENSATION.
neng 4'�'�e€-`��e a r 4 saw er€eF The members of the City Council tle-
i y � Mayor. shall
S per -4 one yeff a€tef l@ has €er any reason to be receive a&compensation for their services as ash-*meiqthly salary
R4@R4b@f-, 54a4 be o'er€ems .,H„�1z t$aoy SPIRried is tl4,-. sIAM of 9144 Hl -I i e mouth shall
4-46@ eS employ 4-R- i;PP,iyP 49 4h#jg43`- The• Pefseamel be from time to time fixed by ordinance by vote of two-thirds of
Beafd -,I+a-ll 4a*e� the r aR4 �- the members of the Council following duly noticed public hearing.
{-a-} .� �*4+�e�to the. C-Pilneil.a444 C40jL In addition;east member 4 the Coy Getineil s484 receive-r,;�,fse-
AE1FAiHiStFatE)f- err Persennal ^aH,; ;�+, ,+;,,H n}eet en of 440-.G4y CANAPil €er-Csil tr-aveling
{P} After-- a- pis hear-ii4g t4e;@enf ;vcommapd to the Cy- and other- e*Penses e fis441 sty Open .'swhmissiA44 4 f
CeenEil; t4e� aElOptieo; A44401AMP44t or reP@al-4 p®rsenRG! r41198,-a Pgns@
as E;0U14t t#e�€er i' IS�-laddition, men�s sly
r-eg"l]} I t[PV �444 U� ] Helly,t-a-,-rIffy 13G established
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anf-rgper- #s,-cgs 4 the City Eeuaeil and-Qty mPere i up@ t#en; by vir-tue 4 € t#e ser gas may-ter.
{d} Hea-- appeals 4 4na -a€€cer-Of- employee the Pef- to the foregoing, City Councilmen may be reimbursed for actual and
9044POl S)'8WFA w#e 44 SUSPOREWd f9F a• period 14 mere t#ar}testy necessary expenses incurred in the performance of official duty by
de ffieted d 8*4 rePert-ice wr to t#e-aPPqi4#44g approval of the Council by a vote of two-thirds.of the members of
power an4-amity CeunGil, its-findings, 6epplusiens a*4 Fe6omn3en- the Council.
`'ems The City Clerk, and City Treasurer and City Attorney shall
fe} €s*errise sec# filiwAiens to of-the
t �l each receive compensation for fir- his services as . fa- shall
system, net- J44ponsistent her@Wit as x+a-y he be fixed from time to time by eklinanee, resolution. which eem-peft
4+� efdifiaH68 Of-FeElHOSWEI by tlm Q'ty G8URC41. eatien €er visas slhall net bo i44C:rVAS9d e a
Seefiert 394: PREP t'vrrIGER. them alaatip4i or Elia;:ing t#4&ir-r-@spgsti*e torms of e€frse
49B the €trst TIA@Sjay f@11@Wi44g aPY-g@44@Fal 494L SPOGial fflunieipal Section 700. ENUMERATION.
at -time when In addition to the City Council, a City Attorney, a City Clerk,
thefe 4s-a i4t44�ef4sa-4 Mayef 4he Qt-y Getineil shad meet a City Treasurer, and a City Administrator, the officers and
and sly Est one of atS ` skatl j employees of the City shall sensist 4-a AGity n •a der
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MIG;ks, -a F, - (d) An inLlbent member of the City Council is elig tJle to run
Paliee -a- Chief, i*d Ali 9PPeer-s, assistants, for the office of mayor and in the event he is unsuccessful, his term
demos an4 gmpleyees a&#ii&City Gounsi 4aay p e.be provided as incumbent Councilman is not thereby shortened; in the event he
for by ordinance or resolution. is successful and is elected mayor, his council seat shall become
vacant upon the commencement of his term as mayor and shall be
Section 702. ADMINISTRATIVE DEPARTMENTS. filled by the Council as provided in Section 503 of this Charter.
The City Council. shall provide by ordinance,eF rosin (e) The candidate for the office of mayor who has a majority
not inconsistent with this Charter, for the organization, conduct of the votes'cast for the office of mayor, shall be elected to such
and operation of the several offices and departments of the City-a-, office. In the event no candidate for the office of mayor has a
this Charter;€W th$ywatiQn-efadditional by provid- majority vote, a special election shall be called and held not less
ing by ordinance, not inconsistent with this charter, for the creation than sixty (60) days nor more than ninety (90) days after the
of such departments, divisions, offices and agencies, and for their mayoral municipal election for the purpose of electing the mayor
consolidation, alteration or abolition. It may further provide, by from the two candidates who received the highest number of votes
ordinance not inconsistent with this Charter,-er- selutie4; for the cast for such office.
assignment and reassignment of functions, duties, offices and (f) The mayor shall receive compensation for his services as
agencies, to offices and departments, and for the numbers, titles, such commensurate with his attention to his duties, in an amount
qualifications, powers, duties, and compensation of all officers and to be fixed from time to time by ordinance by a vote of two-thirds
employees consistent with this Charter. Each department so created of the members of Council after duly noticed public hearing. In
shall be headed by an officer as department head. addition to such compensation, the Council may authorize by a
When the positions are not incompatible, the City Council may vote of two-thirds of the members of Council reimbursement to
combine in one person, the powers and duties of two or more offi- the mayorr of actual and necessary expenses incurred in the perfor-
mance of his official duty. 'The mayor elected under the provisions
positions of City Treasurer and Director of Finance. of this section shall not vote on any ordinance fixing the mayor's
compensation, or on any Council action.concerning reimbursement
for actual and necessary expenses.
Section 500.1. MAYOR. (g) A vacancy in the office of mayor from whatever cause
Any provision of this Charter to the contrary notwithstanding: arising shall be filled by appointment by the City Council, such
(a) A mayor of the city shall be elected from the city at large i appointee to hold office until the first Monday following the next
at a mayoral municipal election to be held on the third Tuesday in general, special or mayoral election (whichever first occurs), at which
April, 1971, and each fourth year thereafter. The mayor shall serve it shall be procedurally possible to place the matter on the-ballot,
for a term of four years and until his successor qualifies. The term when a mayor shall be elected, and until his successor qualifies.
of the mayor shall commence the Monday following his election. Such, successor shall be elected to serve for the remainder of any
(b) No person shall be eligible to hold office as mayor of the unexpired term.
city unless he is and shall have been a resident and registered voter of (h) If the mayor absents himself from his duties or all regular
the city for at least two years next preceding the date of his election meetings of the City Council for a period of thirty (30) days, consec-
as mayor. I utively from and after the last regular City Council meeting attended
(c) The mayor shall not be one of the members of the City by the mayor, unless by permission of the City Council expressed in
Council. The ma)ror shall have the right to vote as though he were its official minutes, or is convicted of a felony or a crime involving
a member of Council only in the absence of any member of Council moral turpitude, or ceases to be a resident and registered voter of the
or when any member of Council abstains or is disqualified from city, his office shall become vacant. The City Council shall declare
voting. When the mayor votes pursuant to this subsection, such vote the existence of any such vacancy.
shall be counted as though. cast by a member of Council, for all (i) At the first regular, special or adjourned Council meeting
purposes. following the election of mayor, the City Council shall designate one
of its members as vice mayor who shall serve in such capacity at the
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pleasurel.,i the City Council. The vice mayor�44:611 perform the I member of Ci�r ouncil, he shall serve as the chairman the City
duties of the mayor during his absence or disability. In addition to Council meetings. Unless otherwise directed by the Council, he may
his compensation as a member of the Council the vice mayor shall represent the city before legislative bodies and committees, when
receive compensation for the performance of his duties as such in necessary in the best interest of the city. In addition to the fore-
the absence or disability of the mayor as may be fixed from time I going, the mayor shall perform such duties not inconsistent with this
to time by ordinance by a vote of two-thirds of the members of Charter as may be provided by ordinance. The mayor shall not inter-
Council. In addition to such additional compensation, the Council fere with the City Administrator or the city departments. Except as
may authorize by a vote of two-thirds of the members of Council otherwise provided in this Charter, the mayor shall not order,
reimbursement to the vice mayor of actual and necessary expenses directly or indirectly, the appointment by the City Administrator or
incurred in the performance of his official duty as vice mayor. In any of the department heads in the administrative service of the city,
no event shall the total compensation received by the vice mayor as of any person to any office or employment, or his removal there-
member of the Council and vice mayor exceed the compensation of from. Except for the purpose of inquiry, the mayor shall not deal
the mayor. The vice mayor shall not vote on any ordinance fixing with the administrative service under the jurisdiction of the City
his compensation as vice mayor or on any Council action concerning Administrator except through the City Administrator,and the mayor
reimbursement for actual and necessary expenses incurred as vice shall not give orders to any subordinate of the,City Administrator,
mayor. either publicly or privately.
(j) In the event no person, eligible under this Charter, is elected
full-time mayor pursuant to this section, or no eligible person accepts Section 501.1
appointment to the office of full-time mayor to fill a vacancy under No person shall serve more than two consecutive terms as
Subsection (g) hereof, apart-time mayor shall be appointed by the mayor of the city. The term "mayor" as used in this Section does� not include "mayor" as the term is used in Section 504 of this
Council from among its members in the manner and pursuant to the ' Charter. For the purpose of this Section, any "mayor" under
procedure set forth in Section 504 of this Charter which shall survive
for the purposes of this subsection only. Such part-time mayor shall i 'Section 504 of this Charter shall be considered a member of the
Council only.
serve until such time as an eligible person accepts appointment to the
office of full-time mayor, but not longer than the next mayoral, Section 700.1. CONTINUANCE OF PRESENT OFFICERS AND.
special or general municipal election, whichever first occurs, at which EMPLOYEES.
it is procedurally possible to place the matter on the ballot, when a The present officers and employees of the city shall continue
mayor shall be elected as provided in this section for the unexpired
term. The voting limitation on the mayor expressed in Subsection without interruption to perform the duties of their respective offices
(c) of this section shall not apply to a part-time mayor appointed by I and employments upon the same terms and conditions and for the
compensation provided by the existing ordinances, resolutions, rules
Council under this Subsection (j). The appointment of a part-time
mayor under this Subsection Y I or laws, but subject to such removal, amendment and control as is
j Y 0) shall not create a vacancy in Council I provided or permitted in this Charter, until the effective dates of
and the status of such part-time mayor as a member of the Council ordinances providing for such officers and employees in accordance
shall not be altered. with Section 700 of this Charter.
Section 500.2. POWERS AND DUTIES OF MAYOR. I
The mayor shall serve as the political and ceremonial head of Section 702.1. CONTINUANCE OF PRESENT ORGANIZATION.
the city. He shall devote full time to the duties of his office and he
The present departments, divisions, offices and agencies of the
shall hold no other occupation during his term of office. He shall city, shall continue without interruption until the effective date of
have the primary, but not the exclusive responsibility for interpreting the ordinances which shall be enacted pursuant to Section 702 of
the policies, programs and needs of the city government to the this Charter.
people, and as occasion requires, he may inform the .people of any
major changes in the policy or programs. Although he is not a
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Sectior.L,00. IN GENERAL.
The City Council shall, by ordinance not inconsistent with this Shall the Charter be amended to require public YES
Charter, provide for the creation and establishment of advisory works contracts involving more than $10,000 be
`boards, agencies, commissions and committees and for the functions, j L let to the lowest responsible bidder except under
powers and duties thereof. The City Council may, by ordinance not specified conditions? NO
inconsistent-with this charter, abolish, consolidate, modify or sepa-
rate any such agency, board, commission or committee and may
New provisions or language added to the Charter or existing charter sections
assign, reassign or modify any functions, powers or duties. The City
Council may specify the, are shown in BLACK-FACED TYPE: words and figures deleted
ted from the Charter or
Y p )' e. number of members thereof, their terms from existing charter sections are shown in So+leeet+t
and manner of appointment and discharge.
The City Council shall create by ordinance, not inconsistent ,
PROPOSED CHARTER AMENDMENT L
with this Charter, any board, commission, agency or committee The Charter of the City of Huntington Beach is hereby
required by state law, applicable to charter cities. amended by amending Section 1211 to read as follows:
Section 802. APPOINTMENT. TERMS. "Section 1211. CONTRACTS ON PUBLIC WORKS.
The members of each of the boards, commissions, agencies or Except as hereinafter expressly provided, every contract involy-
committees created by ordinance, pursuant to this Charter, shall be i ing an expenditure of more thank :�Pwe T
appointed by the City Council from the registered voters of the city, Ten Thousand Dollars ('$10,000) ,for the
none of whom shall hold any full-time, paid office or employment I construction or improvement (excluding maintenance and repair)
in the city government. They shall be subject to removal by motion of public buildings, works, streets, drains, sewers, utilities, parks
of the City Council, adopted by the affirmative votes of a majority iand playgrounds, and each separate purchase of materials or supplies
of the total membership thereof. The members thereof shall serve I for the same, where the expenditure required for such purchase-
for terms of four years and until their respective successors are shall exceed the sum of T-we. T
appointed and qualified. The terms shall be staggered so that the i 10 C nrl nAN Ten Thousand Dollars ($10,000), shall be let to the
number of terms in any such board or commission expiring in any lowest responsible bidder after notice by publication in the official
year, shall not differ by more than one from the number of terms newspaper by two or more insertions, the first of which shall be
expiring in any other year. Such terms shall expire on June 30 of at least ten days before the time for opening bids.
the appropriate year. A vacancy occurring before the expiration of
the term, shall be filled by appointment for the remainder of the The City Council may reject any and all bids presented and
unexpired term. may readvertise in its discretion. After rejecting bids, or if no bids
are received, or without advertising for•bids if, the total amount
Section 803. EXISTING BOARDS AND MEMBERS. Theusaiid
of the contract or project is less than �'i;dn
.Existing boards, commissions, agencies and committees and the ($5,900.60)7 Ten Thousand Dollars ($10,000), the City Council
members thereof, when this section takes effect, shall continue in may declare and determine that in its opinion, the work in question,
existence and shall continue to hold office until the effective date I may be performed better or more economically by the City with
of the ordinances which shall be adopted by the City Council its own employees, or that the materials or supplies may be
pursuant to Section 800 and 802 hereof." purchased at a lower price in the open market, and after the
adoption of a resolution to this effect by the affirmative votes of a
majority of the total members of,the City Council, it may proceed
to have said work done or such materials or supplies purchased in
the manner stated without further observance of the provisions of
this section. Such contracts may be let and such purchases made
without advertising for bids if such work or the purchase of such
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materiq,,g or supplies shall be deemed by the C.4 Council to be of 1
urgent necessity for the preservation of life,health, or property, and Shall the Charter be amended to authorize YES
shall be authorized by the affirmative votes of at least two-thirds general obligation bonds upon the affirmative
of the total members of the City Council. M votes of the majority required by law of the
Projects for the extension, replacement or expansion of the electors voting on the bond proposition? NO
transmission or distribution system of any existing public utility
operated by the City or for the purchase of supplies or equipment
for any such project or any such utility may be excepted from the
New provisions or language added to the Charter or to existing charter sections
are shown in BLACK-FACED TYPE: words and figures deleted from the Charter or
requirements of this section by the affirmative vote of a majority from existing charter sections are shown in Siriksewt Type.
of the total members of the City Council."
PROPOSED CHARTER AMENDMENT M
The Charter of the City of Huntington Beach is hereby
amended by amending Section 1209 to read as follows:
"Section 1209. BONDED DEBT LIMIT.
The City shall not incur an indebtedness evidenced by general "
obligation bonds which shall in the aggregate exceed the sum of
fifteen percent of the total assessed valuation, for purposes of City
taxation, of all the real and personal property within the city.
No bonded indebtedness which shall constitute a general
obligation of the City may be created unless authorized by the
affirmative votes of two the majority required by law of
the electors voting on such proposition at any election at which the
question is submitted to the.electors. -ate ilaI$ss 44
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elect two addit._,al members of the City Council for the:)minder
j Shall the Charter be amended to permit the of the terms expiring in April, 1970.
receipt of the canvass of ballots on the Monday YES Subject to the provisions of this Charter, the City Clerk, City
N following the election, to require candidates for Treasurer and City Attorney in office at the time this Charter takes
elective office to pay a fee of $100 for filing effect shall continue in office until the expiration of their respective
nomination papers and to require nomination terms and the qualification of their successors. A City Clerk and
papers to be signed by, fifty electors? NO City Treasurer shall be elected at the general municipal election held
in April, 1968, and each fourth year thereafter. A City Attorney
New provisions or language added to the Charter or to existing charter sections shall be elected in April, 1966, and each fourth year thereafter.
are shown in BLACKFACED TYPE: words and figures deleted from the Charter or The term of each member of the City Council, the City Clerk,
from existing charter sections are shown in SfFilE88Wt Tie.
the City Treasurer and the City Attorney shall commence on the
PROPOSED CHARTER AMENDMENT N first To@sday Monday following his election. Ties in voting among
The Charter of the City of Huntington Beach is hereby candidates for office shall be settled by the casting of lots.
amended by amending Sections 500, 503 and 504 to substitute Section 503. VACANCIES.
the word Monday for the word Tuesday wherever the word Tuesday A vacancy in the City Council, or City Clerk, City Treasurer
appears. in such sections, and by adding to the Charter Sections or City Attorney, from whatever cause arising, shall be filled by
1302.1, 1304 and 1305 to read as follows: appointment by the City Council, such appointee to hold office
until the first Tuesday Monday following the next general municipal
"Section 500. CITY COUNCIL, ATTORNEY, CLERK AND election and until his successor qualifies. At the next general
TREASURER. TERMS. municipal election following any vacancy, a successor shall be
The elective officers of the City shall consist of a City Council elected to serve for the remainder of any unexpired term, if any.
of seven members, a City Clerk, a City Treasurer, and a City As used in this paragraph, the next general municipal election shall
Attorney, all to be elected from the City at large at the times and mean the next such election at which it is possible to place the
in the manner provided in this Charter and who shall serve for matter on the ballot and elect a successor.
terms of four years and until their respective successors qualify.
If a member of the City Council absents himself from all regular
Subject to the provisions of this Charter, the five members of meetings of the City Council for a period of thirty days consecu-
the City Council in office at the time this Charter takes effect shall tively from and after the last regular City Council meeting attended
continue in office until the expiration of their respective terms and by such member, unless by permission of the City Council expressed
until their successors are elected and qualified, and shall constitute in .its official minutes, or is convicted of a crime involving moral
the City Council until two additional members are elected as here- turpitude, or ceases to be an elector of the City, his office shall
inafter provided. ,Four members of'the City Council shall be elected become vacant. The City Council shall declare the existence of
at the general municipal election held in April, 1966, and each any such vacancy.
fourth year thereafter. Three members of the City Council shall be In the event it shall fail to fill a vacancy by appointment within
elected at the general municipal election held in April, 1968, and sixty days after such office shall become vacant, the City Council
each-fourth year thereafter.
shall forthwith cause an election to be held to fill such vacancy for
In,the event this Charter shall not take effect in time to elect the remainder of the unexpired term.
four members of the City Council at the general municipal election
held in April, 1966, and only two members of the City Council are
then elected, a special election shall be called and held not less than
60 nor more than 90 days after the effective date of this Charter to
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Sectio�,,?;04. PRESIDING OFFICER.
On the first 444@sday Monday following any general or special
municipal election at which any Councilman is elected, and at any ,
time when there is a vacancy in the office of Mayor, the City Council
shall meet and shall elect one of its members as its presiding officer,
who shall have the title of Mayor. The Mayor may make and second
motions and shall have a voice and vote in all its proceedings. He
I shall be the official head of the City for all ceremonial purposes,
shall have the primary but not the exclusive responsibility for
interpreting the policies, programs and needs of the City government
to the people, and as occasion requires, he may inform the people
of any major change in policy or program. He shall perform such
other duties consistent with his office as may be prescribed by this
Charter or as may be .imposed by the City Council. The Mayor shall ARGUMENTS FOR "AND AGAINST CITY MEASURES
serve in such capacity at the pleasure of the City Council.
The City Council shall also designate one of its members as The following arguments for and against the city measures to
Mayor Pro Tempore, who shall serve in such capacity at the be submitted at the special municipal election consolidated with the
pleasure of the City Council. The Mayor Pro Tempore shall Statewide general election to be held in the City of'Huntington
perform the duties of the Mayor during his absence or disability. Beach, California, on Tuesday, November 3, 1970, have been filed
with the City Clerk pursuant to Article 4, Chapter 3, Division 4
Section 1302.1. CANVASSING OF BALLOTS. (Sections 5010 to 5014, inclusive) of the Elections Code of the
The City Council shall meet at its usual place of meeting at State of California:
a regular, special or adjourned meeting, the Monday following the
election, to receive the canvass of the returns and to install the newly ,
elected officers. Any provision of the Charter inconsistent herewith
is hereby repealed.
Section 1304. FILING FEE.
A filing fee in the amount of $100 shall be paid to the City
Clerk at the time forms for nomination papers are obtained from
said Clerk for any elective position. Said Clerk shall not deliver
any nomination papers to any person until said fee is paid. No
part of such fee shall be refundable.
Section 1305. NOMINATION PAPERS.
Nomination papers for candidates for elective municipal office
must be signed by fifty electors of the city."
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ARGLENT FOR PROPOSED CHARTER AM�IMENT "K" ARG� C-
,�•�f NT AGAINST PROPOSITION "I
A full time- political leader for our .city, ELECTED BY THE "The (elected) Mayor shall NOT interfere with the (appointed)
PEOPLE, has become imperative - A mayor available to. the City Administrator OR the city departments." Section 500.2
electorate at all times. So reads the FINE print in the proposed city charter amend-
The full time mayor would strengthen our council-manager ment, whereby the Mayor becomes a full time FIGUREHEAD,
government. Positive safeguards for strict separation of admini-
'subject to DOMINATION by the EXECUTIVE branch of govern-
stration and the mayor's office are provided. ment, which is headed by a political APPOINTEE.
Opponents of this progressive step are, in effect, telling you `
there should be fewer elected officials not more. It MUST be recognized that citizens, EVERYWHERE are
RAPIDLY losing control over local government because the power
A part-time mayor, with other full time employment, cannot of APPOINTED officials FAR outstrips that of our elected officials.
afford to devote the time necessary to the position, not in a city
of 120,000. An ELECTED Mayor by ALL means, BUT a full-time Mayor
The mayor's value lies NOT in his council vote, but in his with authority OVER the executive branch. THIS principle would
*representation of the city at county, state and federal levels. They help ASSURE we voters of RESPONSIVE representation.
listen more closely to elected officials than to staff personnel. To Until this recommendation is ADOPTED a NO vote on this
preserve home rule and local control of our affairs, we must have —
full time leadership. proposition is the ONLY wise course.
The mayor's salary has not been proposed and will be deter- PROPERTY OWNERS PROTECTIVE LEAGUE OF HUNTINGTON
mined by two-thirds affirmative vote of the council, AFTER a full BEACH
public hearing.
Do not be misled by the clever words of those who would Joseph S. Ferm, Chairman
corrupt and distort the intentions of government, creating suspicions Yvonne Barber, Secretary
.where none exist. Make your city government MORE RESPON- Pauline Moen, Treasurer
SIVE and REPRESENTATIVE with a mayor ELECTED BY THE
PEOPLE.
Presently, three of our most important municipal departments,
Parks and Recreation, Harbors and Beaches, and Building, exist by
ordinance. Removing the others from the charter and placing them
in ordinance form will bring consistency, and give the City Council,
YOUR ELECTED REPRESENTATIVES, the opportunity to make
departmental changes when they deem it necessary.
Self-serving opponents of charter revision, both in and out of
municipal government, would deny your right to elect your mayor
and allow your elected council to make changes. They would stall
improvements and undermine representative government.
Vote YES on Charter Amendment "K"
ALVIN M. COEN, Councilman
GEORGE C. McCRACKEN, Councilman
TED W. BARTLETT, Councilman
N. JOHN V. V. GREEN, Councilman
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ARC ENT FOR PROPOSED CHARTER AA. JDMENT "L" ARGUMENT F.,ri PROPOSED CHARTER AMENDMEK "M"
These changes are recommended in order to expedite the per- j Recently, the California Supreme Court, following the "one
formance of smaller contract projects by allowing informal bids to man — one vote" principle, held the state constitutional requirement
be solicited. By so doing, the City benefits by being relieved of the of two-thirds vote for approval of general obligation bonds uncon-
cost of preparation of plans and specifications of the detail required stitutional as a violation of the Equal Protection Clause of the United
for formal bidding. States Constitution.
The amount of $5,000 was established by the 1950 Charter and Section 1209 of the City Charter, like the state constitution,
in the ensuing twenty years public works contracts costs have more requires a two-thirds vote for approval of general obligation bonds,
than doubled.' and such section now appears to be unconstitutional in light of the
TED W. BARTLETT, Councilman California Supreme Court's ruling.
GEORGE C. McCRACKEN, Councilman The basis of the California decision is an interpretation of the
ALVIN M. COEN, Councilman federal Constitution regarding a question on which the United States
N. JOHN V. V. GREEN,Councilman Supreme Court has not yet ruled. Final word has not, therefore,
been spoken and this city's bond counsel are unable to give an
unqualified opinion on city bonds authorized by a simple majority
ARGUMENT AGAINST PROPOSED CHARTER AMENDMENT "L" vote unless and until the United States Supreme Court adopts the
(None Filed) same rule as that enunciated by the California Supreme Court.
The purpose of proposed Charter Amendment "M" is to bring
our City Charter in line with the law enunciated by the California
Supreme Court as it will be sustained or overruled by the United
States Supreme Court. In effect, general obligation bond measures
in this city shall require a two-thirds vote if the California decision
is overruled by the United States Supreme Court, or a simple
majority vote if the California decision is sustained. Charter Amend-
ment "M" requires the largest majority which is and will be allowed
by law.
Adoption of Charter Amendment "M" is recommended by our
City Attorney, the city's bond counsel, and all members of the City
Council. It is not a political issue. It will avoid the expense of
litigating a test case in the courts, and will make the charter consis-
tent with state law.
TED W. BARTLETT, Councilman
GEORGE C. McCRACKEN, Councilman
ALVIN M. COEN, Councilman
N. JOHN V. V. GREEN, Councilman
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ARGUMENT AGAINST PROPOSED CHARTER AMENDMENT "M"
(None Filed)
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ARG.�MENT FOR PROPOSED CHARTER Av.:GNDMENT "N"
This amendment ,to the City Charter will correct a few discre-
pancies which presently exist in elections procedures because of the
fact that, by not having provided otherwise in the original framing of
the charter, the City must operate under General Law in this regard.
General Law requires that the Council must meet on Tuesday
following any election to certify the canvass of votes of such elec-
tion. In Huntington Beach, Monday is the regular meeting day, and
an additional meeting must be set for Tuesday to comply with State
law. This often interferes with the meetings of another governmental
body.
General Law does not permit the charging of "a filing fee for
municipal offices. We believe a fee, in an amount which is not
excessive, would insure that candidates filing in the future would
have serious intentions to seek the office. The total number of
candidates for an office would probably• be reduced, and you, the
voter's, would have more assurance of the integrity of the applicants;
consequently you would be in a better position to acquaint your-
selves with their qualifications.
Also, General Law only requires nominating signatures of five
registered voters, and we believe that any candidate who is serious
about seeking election to an office should receive endorsement of
more citizens. This amendment would provide that a candidate, in
order to file for office, would be,required to obtain a minimum of
fifty valid signatures on his nomination papers. Such requirement
should not constitute an undue hardship for any candidate.
The proponents of Charter Amendment "N" believe that the
changes presented herein will be of benefit to both candidates and
voters, and recommend that you support same in the November 3rd
election by voting YES on "N".
TED W. BARTLETT, Councilman
GEORGE C. McCRACKEN, Councilman
ALVIN M. COEN, Councilman
N. JOHN V. V. GREEN, Councilman
ARGUMENT AGAINST PROPOSED CHARTER AMENDMENT "N"
(None Filed)
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