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Statewide Direct Primary Election OFFICIAL BALLOT Democratic
Orange County
June 03,2008
Member,County Central Committee Judge of the Superior Court
67th Assembly District Office No.12
Vote for no more than Six Vote for One
TAYLOR HONRATH DEBRA CARRILLO
Incumbent Deputy District Attorney
TEDDI ALVES MICHAEL FLORY
Businesswoman Deputy District Attorney
FAITH KAREN VOGEL KC JONES
PARTISAN Retired Librarian Judicial Attorney,County of Orange
STATE
REPRESENTATIVE
AL JABBAR KERMIT MARSH
UNITED STATES
46th District Office Administrator Westminster Councilman/Attorney
Vote for One JOE SHAW
17-1 DEBBIE COOK Small Business Owner II
Mayor,City of Huntington Beach r__j LOUISE STEWARDSON Judge of the Superior Court
DAN KALMICK Register Nurse Office No.25
Vote for One
JIM MORENO
Small Business Owner E3 JOHN NHO TRONG NGUYEN
Community College Trustee
Judge of the Superior Court
MSCOTT MCKOWN
=1 TIMOTHY SY NGUYEN
STATE SENATOR Mortgage Banker
35th District Trial Attorney M
ROSALIND FREEMAN
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Paralegal
GINNY MAYER.
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Educator MEASURES SUBMITTED TO THE VOTERS
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67th District INITIATIVE CONSTITUTIONAL
Vote for One AMENDMENT.Bars state and local
STEVE BLOUNT governments from taking or damaging
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Eliminates deference to government in
property rights cases.Changes
condemnation rules.Fiscal Impact:
COUNTY COMMITTEE Increased costs to many governments due
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Office No.4 OWNER-OCCUPIED RESIDENCE.
Vote for One INITIATIVE CONSTITUTIONAL
MICHAEL J."MIKE"BARTLETT AMENDMENT.Bars use of eminent domain
Business Attorney/Litigator to acquire an owner-occupied residence for
conveyance to a private person or business
NICK THOMPSON entity.Creates exceptions for public works,
Deputy District Attorney public health and safety,and crime
prevention.Fiscal Impact:No significant
fiscal impact on state or local governments.
Judge of the Superior Court EM Yes
Office No.8 No
Vote for One
BARRY COLLINS
Administrative Law Judge
JON FISH
Deputy District Attorney
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Statewide Direct Primary Election OFFICIAL BALLOT Republican
Orange County
June 03,2008
Member,County Central Committee Judge of the Superior Court
67th Assembly District Office No.12
Vote for no more than Six Vote for One
KRISTINE ALONZO DEBRA CARRILLO
Small Business Owner Deputy District Attorney
JERRY JACKSON MICHAEL FLORY
Retired Aerospace Engineer Deputy District Attorney , ,y
< JUSTINE SNEDDON E3 KC JONES
f PARTISAN Business Manager Judicial Attorney,County of Orange
I STATE BRETT MARYMEE KERMIT MARSH
UNITED STATES REPRESENTATIVE
48th District Engineering Manager/Businessman Westminster Councilman/Attorney
Vote for One E3 MIKE MCGILL
M RONALD R.ST.JOHN Appointed Incumbent
Business Attorney Im SCOTT BAUGH Judge of the Superior Court
Office No.25 -DANA ROHRABACHER Incumbent
U.S.Representative,46th District Em VALERIE C.DICKERSON Vote for One
JOHN NHO TRONG NGUYEN
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Statewide Direct Primary Election OFFICIAL BALLOT American Independent
Orange County
June 03,2008
Judge of the Superior Court
Office No.25
Vote for One
JOHN NHO TRONG NGUYEN
Judge of the Superior Court
TIMOTHY SY NGUYEN
Trial Attorney
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Judge of the Superior Court
Office No.12
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DEBRA CARRILLO
Deputy District Attorney
MICHAEL FLORY
Deputy District Attorney
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Judicial Attorney,County of Orange
KERMIT MARSH
Westminster Councilman/Attorney
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Orange County
June 03,2008
Judge of the Superior Court
Office No.25
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JOHN NHO TRONG NGUYEN
Judge of the Superior Court
TIMOTHY SY NGUYEN
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Deputy District Attorney
MICHAEL FLORY
Deputy District Attorney
KC JONES
Judicial Attorney,County of Orange
KERMIT MARSH
Westminster Councilman/Attomey
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Statewide Direct Primary Election OFFICIAL BALLOT Libertarian
Orange County
June 03,2008
Judge of the Superior Court
Office No.25
Vote for One
JOHN NHO TRONG NGUYEN
Judge of the Superior Court
TIMOTHY SY NGUYEN
Trial Attorney
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Deputy District Attorney
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Deputy District Attomey
KC JONES
Judicial Attorney,County of Orange
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Statewide Direct Primary Election OFFICIAL BALLOT Nonpartisan
Orange County
June 03,2008
98-EMINENT DOMAIN.LIMITS ON
GOVERNMENT AUTHORITY.
INITIATIVE CONSTITUTIONAL
AMENDMENT.Bars state and local
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private property for private uses.Prohibits '
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VOTER'S PAMPHLET
The following pages may contain CANDIDATES'STATEMENTS together with
BALLOT MEASURES,ANALYSES AND ARGUMENTS
(whichever is applicable to your ballot)
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contested race for an office. However, it may not contain a complete list of
candidates' statements. Each candidate's statement in this pamphlet is
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unless otherwise determined by the governing body.
EACH CANDIDATE'S STATEMENT IS PRINTED EXACTLY AS SUBMITTED
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CAMPAIGN EXPENDITURE
LIMITATIONS
Proposition 34, passed by the voters at the November 7, 2000 election, provides that state
legislative candidates who voluntarily limit their campaign expenditures in accordance with
Proposition 34, may submit a candidate statement of qualifications for inclusion in the sample
ballot and voter information pamphlet. The list below includes all candidates for legislative
districts within Orange County. Candidates that have voluntarily agreed to expenditure
limitations are indicated with an asterisk (*) after their name.
STATE SENATE
Tom Harman* Robert"Bob" Huff* Joseph M. Lyons*
Ginny Mayer* Dennis Mountjoy* Gary Pritchard
Harry Sidhu Jill Stone* Mimi Walters
STATE ASSEMBLY
Kenneth (Ken)Arnold* Neil C. Blais Steve Blount*
Chuck DeVore* Larry D. Dick* Michael D. (Mike) Duvall
Andrew "Andy" Favor* . Roger H. Garrett Michael George Glover
Diane L. Harkey Curt Hagman Judy Jones*
John MacMurray* Cam Mangels Tony Mendoza
Jeff Miller Mark C. Patlan Diane Singer*
Jim Silva* Jose Solorio* Van Tran
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STATEMENTS OF CANDIDATES
SEEKING NONPARTISAN OFFICE
JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT,OFFICE NO.4 JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT,OFFICE NO.4
NAME:MICHAEL J."MIKE"BARTLETT NAME: NICHOLAS S."NICK"THOMPSON
OCCUPATION: Business Attorney/Litigator OCCUPATION: Deputy District Attorney
I've practiced law in Orange County for over 32 years as a Government Deputy District Attorney Nick Thompson is exceptionally qualified to serve
lawyer,State Bar Arbitrator and attorney. as Judge of the Superior Court.
Judges, police,crime victims,and elected officials support me because I Retiring Judge Richard Behn asked Nick to run to succeed him and
will be a fair, no-nonsense Judge who will follow the law-not make it. I supports his candidacy enthusiastically. Over 50 judges, criminal
support the death penalty and victim's rights.I will bring fairness,honesty prosecutors, the Association of Deputy District Attorneys, police
and integrity to the bench. associations representing thousands of officers and sheriff deputies,Crime
I have extensive background in government,civil and corporate law and the Victims United,civil attorneys and members of the public endorse Nick forI judge because they know Nick is a tough, fair prosecutor who has the
litigation experience needed to be an effective Judge.I'm endorsed by: background and skills to be an outstanding judge.
Congressman John Campbell Orange County's top prosecutor,District Attorney Tony Rackauckas trusts
California State Board of Equalization Michelle Steel Nick to serve on the bench as do many other elected officials.Congressmen
Senator Tom Harman Ed Royce and Gary Miller; State Senator Dick Ackerman;
Supervisor Bill Campbell Assemblymembers Mike Duvall, Chuck DeVore, Mimi Walters and Todd
Supervisor Chris Norby Spitzer;Supervisor Chris Norby;members of City Councils,School Boards
Victims Advocate Patricia Wenskunas and Water Districts have also endorsed Nick. They recognize that his
Parents of L.A.Deputy David March,and experience and temperament will make him an outstanding judge.
50+Judges,local elected officials,law enforcement,lawyers,civic leaders
I'm a supporter of MADD OC,OC Traffic Officers Association Foundation, Nick Thompson is a dedicated prosecutor,husband,father and decorated
Crimesurvivors and California Women's Leadership Association. Iraq War veteran who received the Bronze Star. He is an active Army
Reserve Officer. He is a selfless public servant for our community and
My interest in public service comes from my great-great-uncle,Washington country. Nick has great civil and criminal courtroom experience, which
Bartlett,the 16th Governor of California. spans over 25 years.As a Deputy District Attorney in the Gang Task Force,
I'm a Navy Veteran and I'm married to Dana Point Mayor Pro-Tem Lisa Nick targeted the most violent and dangerous leaders of vicious criminal
Bartlett. street gangs.He has been tough on gang crime obtaining life sentences for
the worst offenders.Nick has fought to win harsh sentences for identity theft
I will be honored to continue my public service with you electing me to the and fraud crimes committed by white supremacist gangs. He has dealt
Superior Court. serious blows to drug dealing gang members who inflict violence,
Thank you. vandalism,theft and delinquency in our neighborhoods.
www.bartlett4judge.com Nick has served as the local prosecution liaison to the Joint Terrorism Task
Force, as well as, to counter-terrorism law enforcement units from other
areas.Within law enforcement circles Nick is known as being effective in
disrupting threats to domestic security. He holds a Top Secret clearance
with the FBI and Department of Defense.
A Southern California native,Nick is a 32 year resident of Orange County
where he lives with his wife,Tisha,son Cole and their dog,Reeces.
Please join District Attorney Tony Rackauckas,Judge Richard Behn and
over 50 judges,elected officials and law enforcement leaders in supporting
Deputy District Attorney Nick Thompson for Superior Court Judge.
Please visit hftp://www.nickthompsonforiudge.com for more information.
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STATEMENTS OF CANDIDATES
SEEKING NONPARTISAN OFFICE
JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT,OFFICE NO.8 JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT,OFFICE NO.8
NAME: BARRY COLLINS NAME: JON FISH
OCCUPATION:Administrative Law Judge OCCUPATION: Deputy District Attorney
I am an Administrative Law Judge for the State of California.I am in court Endorsed by the retiring Incumbent,Judge Dennis Choate.
everyday presiding over trials and conferences and making decisions on Orange County District Attorney Tony Rackauckas, Law Enforcement,
very complex issues.Prior to being appointed to the bench,I was a litigation Victim Advocates,Prosecutors and Dozens of Judges and Commissioners
attorney for 14 years working on both the plaintiff side and the defense side. support me because I will fairly and efficiently uphold law and order for the
I have lived in Orange County for 27 years.I graduated from UC Irvine with a citizens of Orange County.
Specialization in Criminal Justice. I graduated from McGeorge School of I support the death penalty, and victims' rights, have twice been voted
Law at the University of the Pacific.I am a Certified Specialist by the State "Prosecutor of the Year," have prosecuted thousands of felons including
Bar of California. murderers, violent gang members, major narcotic dealers and
I am married with 2 wonderful children.I write a weekly column for our local methamphetamine manufacturers.
newspaper and I serve as a Little League Umpire.I serve on the Justice Endorsed by:
Task Force at Saddleback church.I also co-authored a children's book on
biblical justice that is being used in churches in Africa. District Attorney Tony Rackauckas
I am running for Superior Court Judge because I believe in our justice The Orange County Deputy District Attorney's Association
a system and I believe that I can help to make even better.My experience Thousands of Police Officers represented by the Police Associations of
working on both sides of the bar and my years as a judge make me uniquely Fullerton,Seal Beach,Garden Grove,La Habra,and Orange and California
qualified to serve as a Superior Court Judge. Narcotics Officers
Assembly Members DeVore,Duvall,Spitzer,and Walters
Assemblyman Van Tran,Vice Chair Judiciary Committee
Senators Ackerman and Harman
Parents of Deputy David March
Scott Hart,Chairman,Citizens Against Law Suit Abuse
Dr.John Eastman,Law School Dean
OC Bipartisan leaders including Democrat Wylie Aitken and Republican
Michael Schroeder
As a husband, father, former teacher and coach, the safety of our
neighborhoods and schools is my highest priority. Elect me as your next
Superior Court Judge,and I promise you that I will fairly enforce the laws
and protect our communities.
www.fishforjudge.com
OR 037-022
STATEMENTS OF CANDIDATES
SEEKING NONPARTISAN OFFICE
JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT,OFFICE NO.12 JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT,OFFICE NO.12
NAME: KC JONES AGE:46 NAME: KERMIT MARSH AGE:43
OCCUPATION:Judicial Attorney,County of Orange OCCUPATION: Westminster Councilman/Attorney
After a twenty-year career in private practice, I now serve as a Judicial Education:Stanford University;UC Berkeley(Boalt Hall)
Attorney for the Orange County Superior Court.I participate daily in the fair Endorsed by Orange County District Attorney Tony Rackauckas.
resolution of disputed matters,and serve as Temporary Judge and Judicial
Arbitrator. 18 years legal practice - Successfully represented City of Newport
During my practice I handled over 500 cases; represented small Beach and responsible for landmark California Supreme Court decision
businesses, property owners and working families; trained lawyers; and reversing anti-law enforcement precedent.
fought against frivolous lawsuits and corporate greed.My public and private I have appeared before the Armed Services Board of Contract Appeals,
service provides me the experience necessary to ensure that everyone has Board of Equalization,and California and federal courts.
their fair day in court. Whether successfully shutting down unlawful massage parlors or
I have received the highest possible rating for preeminent legal ability and defending the taxpayers against inflated claims,I have always represented
exemplary ethics. my clients while upholding legal ethics and professionalism.
I believe in the rule of law and personal responsibility for all. I pledge to 10 years,Councilman/Mayor Pro Tem,City of Westminster.
decide cases based on their merits, not politics. I will run an efficient 7 years,Chairman/Director,Garden Grove Hospital and Medical Center.
courtroom where the primary concern is the evenhanded administration of
justice. I am not a politician, but stand for the Independence, Impartiality Community service:
and Integrity of the Courts.I will be a tough but fair Judge who will enforce Director,Orange County Fire Authority
the law. Chairman,Orange Frontier District,Boy Scouts of America
am honored to be endorsed by sitting and retired Judges,law enforcement President,Boys and Girls Club,Westminster
personnel,elected officials,attorneys and community leaders.I am a proud Director,Orange County Council,Boy Scouts of America
sponsor of numerous peace officers'and victims'support groups. I support victims'rights,property rights,the death penalty,three strikes,
www.kcjonesforjudge.com and due process,and oppose eminent domain.
Bipartisan endorsements include:
Orange County Supervisor Moorlach;Orange County Supervisor Bates;
Orange County Supervisor Campbell; Orange County Public
Administrator Williams; Congressman Rohrabacher; Former Senator
Dunn; Senator Harman; Assemblyman Huff; Assemblyman Silva;
Assemblyman Tran;Assemblywoman Walters.
As a judge,I will be tough but fair and never forget my duty to be impartial.I
would be honored to receive your support.
JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT,OFFICE NO.12 JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT,OFFICE NO.12
NAME: DEBRA CARRILLO NAME: MICHAEL FLORY AGE:40
OCCUPATION: Deputy District Attorney OCCUPATION: Deputy District Attorney
Law Enforcement's Choice! I will be a no-nonsense judge who will enforce the law and hold offenders
Endorsed by Orange County District Attorney Tony Rackauckas, Santa accountable.
Ana Police Chief Paul Walters,and Mayor Miguel Pulido as well as working I have been a Deputy District Attorney for over 14 years and have
cops for my tough but fair,no-nonsense approach. aggressively prosecuted thousands of defendants charged with the most
Judge Gray,who is retiring from this office,endorses me.Dozens of Orange serious crimes including assaults, robberies, gang and major narcotics
County Superior Court Judges endorse me. Congresswoman Loretta crimes. I have represented the Orange County District Attorney at prison
Sanchez, Assemblyman Jose Solorio, Board of Supervisor Norby, parole hearings arguing against early releases. The Orange County
Assemblyman Umberg (ret), Mayor Krom of Irvine and Mayor Egly of Narcotics Officers'Association named me 2003 Prosecutor of the Year.
Laguna Beach endorse me. Many Superior Court Judges and Law Enforcement organizations
served our community for years as a police officer and was awarded an representing almost 10,000 sworn officers have endorsed my candidacy.
official commendation for gaining rapport with a hostile subject. I was on They know I will enforce the law fairly and hold criminals accountable.
the first string pistol team at the California Police Olympics. I know the law.A law school Cum Laude graduate and member of the Law
I prosecute major fraud and ID theft on the White Collar Crime Task Force. Review,I have conducted training seminars for law enforcement agencies
During my 22 year legal career my cases have included attempted on Search and Seizure Law, Narcotics Prosecutions and Trial Tactics.
homicides and gang crimes. I've tried over 100 jury trials. I worked for a Additionally, I have conducted training for my fellow Deputy District
major civil law firm. I taught advanced trial advocacy at my alma mater: Attorneys on Cross-Examination,Trial Tactics and Jury Selection.
USD School of Law. Born and educated in Orange County,I am dedicated to fighting crime here.
As a committed member of this community,and mother of two children,my I have a young family,and the safety of our neighborhoods and schools is
top priority as judge will be to protect our families from crime and violence. pu highest priority.Your vote will help put an experienced and dedicated
public servant on the bench.
I ask for your vote.
www.mikefloryforocjudge.com
Please visit:www.debracarrillo.com
OR 037-023
STATEMENTS OF CANDIDATES
SEEKING NONPARTISAN OFFICE
JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT,OFFICE NO.25
NAME:JOHN NHO TRONG NGUYEN
OCCUPATION: Superior Court Judge
I am honored to serve as your Superior Court Judge. I am a hardworking
judge presiding over thousands of criminal cases.Maintaining the highest
integrity in my courtroom is a top priority. I strive to give all parties a fair
opportunity to be heard yet I am tough on criminals who pose a threat to
public safety and who deserve punishment.
I am honored to be endorsed by former Attorney General Bill Lockyer,
Orange County District Attorney Tony Rackauckas and public safety
organizations including the Association of Orange County Deputy Sheriffs,
the Orange County Professional Firefighters and the Association of Orange
County Deputy District Attorneys.
I am endorsed by the statewide victims'rights group Crime Victims United.
I am proud to have bipartisan support by Orange County Republican
Chairman Scott Baugh, former California Republican Chairman Mike
Schroeder, Orange County Democratic Chairman Frank Barbaro and
Orange County Democratic Foundation Chairman Wylie Aitken.
Lawmakers from both parties have endorsed my candidacy including
Congresswoman Loretta Sanchez,Senators Dick Ackerman,Lou Correa,
Joe Dunn(ret.)and Bob Margett as well as Assemblyman Van Tran and
Santa Ana Mayor Miguel Pulido.
I have the support of judicial officers including four Court of Appeal Justices-
Richard Fybel,Tom Hollenhorst,Eileen Moore and William Rylaarsdam.An
overwhelming number of Superior Court judges support me including
Presiding Judge Nancy Wieben Stock.
My story is the American dream.After fighting communism in Vietnam as an
Army officer and a member of the Congress of the Republic of Vietnam, I
arrived to the United States as a refugee in 1975.While supporting my wife
and three young children,I earned my M.B.A.in 1981 and a Juris Doctor in
1988.
Prior to being appointed as the first judge in Southern California of
Vietnamese descent,I served as a Deputy Attorney General.I protected the
public against fraud and abuses by unscrupulous corporations and
individuals.
Anyone as blessed as I am must give back to the community.I serve on the
Board of Directors of several nonprofit organizations.I am also a Professor
of Law teaching future lawyers to practice law with the highest level of
ethics.I have taught at Chapman,Whittier and Western State Law Schools.
I appreciate the opportunity to continue to serve as your Superior Court
Judge.
OR 037-024
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herein will be submitted to the electors of the State of California at the Statewide Direct Primary Election to be held
throughout the State on June 3;2008,and that this guide has been correctly prepared in accordance with,the law.
Witness my hand and the Great Seal of the State in Sacramento,California, this 10th day of March, 2008.
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By registering to vote, you have taken the first step in playing an active role in deciding
California's future. Now, to help you make your decisions, my office has created this
Official Voter Information Guide that contains titles and summaries prepared by Attorney
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Thank you for taking your civic responsibility seriously and making your voice heard!
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PROPOSITIONS
98 Eminent Domain. Limits on Government Authority.
Initiative Constitutional Amendment. ..........................................
99 Eminent Domain. Limits on Government Acquisition of Owner-Occupied
Residence. Initiative Constitutional Amendment. .................................................14
TEXT OF PROPOSED LAWS 18
VOTER BILL OF RIGHTS 23
INFORMATION PAGES
Important Information About This Primary Election
and Decline-to-State Voters...................................................................................4
PollingPlace Information........................................................................................7
Provisional Ballot Information.................................:..................................................7
ServeAs a Poll Worker.............................................................................................7
Legislative Candidate Statement Information........................................................22
Votingby Mail .................................:....................................................................22
Large-Print and Audio Cassette Voter Information Guides...............................:....22
VISIT THE SECRETARY OF STATE'S WEBSITE TO:
• View information on statewide measures www.voterguide.sos.ca.gov
• Research campaign contributions and lobbying activity http://cal-access.sos.ca.gov/campaign
• Find your polling place on Election Day www.sos.ca.gov/elections/elections—ppl.htm
• Obtain vote-by-mail ballot information wuiw.sos.ca.gov/elections_m.htm
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS PRIMARY ELECTION
AND DECLINE-TO-STATE VOTERS (Voters Not Affiliated With a Political Party)
A "decline-to--state" voter is any registered voter who chose to not affiliate with a political party when
he or she registered to vote (also sometimes referred to as a nonpartisan or DTS voter).
If you are registered to vote with a political party, you may only vote in this statewide direct primary
election for ballot measures and the candidates running for office from the party with which you are
registered.
Primary elections are held to determine which nominee in each political party will represent the
.party in each race in the general election. The winning candidate from each party in the June 3,
2008, primary will move on to the November 4, 2008, General Election and all voters, regardless of
their political party registration, will be allowed to vote for any candidate on that ballot.
If you did not select a political party when you registered to vote, some of the political parties will still
allow you to vote for their candidates. If you are not registered with a political party, you can request
a ballot of any political party that has notified the Secretary of State that it will permit decline-to-state
registere6voters to help nominate their candidates. You may NOT request more than one party's
ballot.
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Direct Primary Election:
• American Independent Party
• Democratic Party
• Republican Party
If you do not request a specific ballot, you will be given a nonpartisan ballot containing only ballot
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who are registered as permanent vote-by--mail voters a notice and application regarding voting in the , .
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PROP EMINENT DOMAIN. PROP
EMINENT DOMAIN.LIMITS ON GOVERNMENT
98 NIT LIITS ON GOVERNMENT AUTHORITY. C "
IAT VE CONSTITUTIONAL 0 AL AMENDMENT. I IT AITIVE CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT.
DENCE:
SUMMARY Put on the Ballot by Petition Signatures SUMMARY Put on the Ballot by Petition Signatures
Bars state and local governments from taking or damaging Bars use of eminent domain to acquire an owner-occupied
private property for private uses. Prohibits rent control residence for conveyance to a private person or business
and similar measures. Eliminates deference to government entity. Creates exceptions for public works, public health
in property rights cases. Changes condemnation rules. and safety, and crime prevention. Fiscal Impact: No
Fiscal Impact: Increased costs to many governments due significant fiscal impact on state or local governments.
to the measure's restrictions.The net statewide fiscal effect,
however, probably would not be significant.
WHAT YOUR VOTE MEANS WHAT YOUR VOTE MEANS
WIZ
Loa A YES vote on this NO A NO vote on this W A YES vote on this NO A NO vote on this
measure means: measure means:There measure means: In measure means:There
Government authority would be no change to a limited number of cases, would be no change to
to take private property government's authority government would no government's authority to
in order to transfer it'to to take property.That is, longer have the authority to take single-family homes.
another private party would government could take take a single-family home. That is, government could
be greatly reduced. Rent property for a public take a home for a public
control would be phased purpose if government paid purpose if government paid .
out. the owner for its value. the owner for its value.
Government could continue
to control rent increases.
ARGUMENTS ARGUMENTS
PROToday government CON PRO Wealthy landlords CON 99 prohibits The non artisan
seizes private spent millions to get government from Legislative Analyst
property to benefit 98 on the ballot NOT to taking homes for private states Proposition 99 "is
politically connected reform eminent domain, development. 41 other states not likely to significantly
developers and to get • but to eliminate rent control reformed eminent domain alter current government
around Proposition 13 by and renter protections like laws after the Supreme land acquisition practices."
dramatically increasing fair return of deposits. 98 Court ruled it OK for Meaning: "Proposition
property taxes. Proposition is deceptive, deeply flawed, government to take homes 99 protects nothing." .
98 prohibits the seizing of and would lead to frivolous for private development. It's Politicians and developers
homes, small businesses, lawsuits and increased time for California to act. spent$4,000,000.00+ on
farms, and places of taxpayer costs. AARP, 99 is straightforward reform: Proposition 99 to kill every
worship for developers' League of Women Voters: no loopholes, no hidden Proposition 98 property
profit and prohibits forcing NO 98. agendas. Protect homes. protection. Proposition 99
owners to rent their homes Yes 99. was written to trick voters,
below fair market value. and destroy 98's property
protections.
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
FOR AGAINST FOR AGAINST
Yes on Prop. 98— No on 98, Stop the Yes on 99, Protect Yes on Prop. 98—
Californians for Property Landlords' Hidden Homeowners from Californians for Property
Rights Protection Agendas Scheme Eminent Domain .Rights Protection
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FINDING YOUR POLLING PLACE
Your polling place location is coordinated by your county elections official and will be listed on
the back cover of your county Sample Ballot.
You can also call your county elections office to determine the location of your polling place or
visit www.sos.ca.govlelectionslelections-ppl..htm.
If you cannot find your polling place, you are permitted to cast a provisional ballot at any polling
place in the county in which you are registered.
PROVISIONAL BALLOTS
Provisional ballots are ballots cast by voters who:
• Believe they are registered to vote even though their names do not appear on the official
voter registration list;
• Believe the official voter.registration list incorrectly lists their political party affiliation; or
• Vote by mail but cannot locate their vote-by-mail ballot and want to vote at a polling place.
All valid provisional ballots that county elections officials determine have been cast-by eligible
voters are counted and included in the official election results. Elections officials have 28 days to
complete this process, referred to as the "official canvass" period, and must report the results to
the Secretary of State 35 days after the date of the election.
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You can serve as a poll worker if you are:
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• A high school student who:
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has a grade point average of at least 2.5; and
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Contact your county elections office, or call 1-800-345-VOTE (8683), for more information on
becoming a poll worker.
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the request.
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098PROPOSITION EMINENT DOMAIN.
LIMITS ON GOVERNMENT AUTHORITY.
1NITIATIVE CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT.
OFFICIAL TITLE AND SUMMARY PREPARED BY THE ATTORNEY GENERAL
EMINENT DOMAIN. LIMITS ON GOVERNMENT AUTHORITY.
INITIATIVE CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT.
• Bars state and local governments from taking or damaging private property for private uses.
• Prohibits rent control and similar measures.
• Prohibits deference to government in takings cases.
• Defines "just compensation."
• Requires an award of attorneys fees and costs if a property owner obtains a judgment for more than
the amount offered by the government.
• Requires government to offer to original owner of condemned property the right to repurchase
property at condemned price when property is put to substantially different use than was publicly
stated.
Summary of Legislative Analyst's Estimate of Net State and.Local Government Fiscal Impact:
• Increased costs to many governments due to the measure's restrictions.The net statewide fiscal effect,
however, probably would not be significant.
ANALYSIS BY THE LEGISLATIVE ANALYST
BACKGROUND • Pays the property owner "just compensation"
Government Actions to Take Property— (generally, the property's fair market value)
"Eminent Domain" and relocation costs (including some business
losses). '
Every year, California state and local
governments buy hundreds of millions of dollars This government power to take property for a.
of property from private owners. Government public use is called "eminent'domain." (The
uses most of this property for purposes such nearby box provides additional information about
as roads, schools, and public utilities. In other its use.)
cases, government buys property for different Eminent Domain Challenges. Property
purposes, such as to transfer it to (I) private owners are,not'required to accept the amount
owners to develop new businesses or (2) nonprofit of compensation government offers. Instead,
organizations to provide affordable housing. they may make a counteroffer or challenge the
amount in court. Under the State Constitution,
Most of the time, government buys property
from willing sellers. Sometimes, however, property property owners are entitled to have the amount
owners do not want to sell their property or do of compensation determined by a jury. While
not agree on a sales price. In these cases, California property owners also may challenge government's
law allows government to take property from a right to take a property, these challenges are
private owner provided that government: more difficult. In part, this is because courts give
significant weight to government's findings and
• Uses the property for a "public use" (a term that has been broadly 'interpreted to mean a perspectives when ruling on disputes as to whether
an eminent domain action is for public use.
variety of public purposes). '
8 Title and Sumniar_p /Analysis
PROP EMINENT DOMAIN.
9 LIMITS ON GOVERNMENT AUTHORITY. ,
INITIATIVE CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT.
ANALYSIS BY.THE LEGISLATIVE ANALYST CONTINUED
Government's Authority to Take Property.by Eminent Domain
Government may use eminent domain to take property for-a public use if it pays just compensation
and relocation costs.
What Is a Public Use?
Common examples of public use include providing new schools, roads, government buildings, parks,
and public utility facilities.The term public use also includes broad public objectives, such as economic
development, eliminating urban blight and public nuisances, and public ownership of utility services.
The following activities have been considered a public use:
• Promoting downtown redevelopment by transferring property to other owners to construct
new new stores, hotels, and other businesses.
• Reducing urban blight and crime by transferring substandard apartments in a high=crime area
to a nonprofit housing organization to renovate and manage.
• Securing public control of utility services by acquiring private water and other utility systems
and placing them under government ownership.
What Are Just Compensation and Relocation Costs?
Just compensation includes (1) the fair market value of,the property taken and (2) any reduction in,
value of the remaining property when only part of a parcel is taken. In addition to the payment of just
compensation, California law requires governments to pay property owners for certain other expenses
and losses associaredwith the transfer of property ownership.
May Government Take Property Before Just Compensation Has Been Determined?
Sometimes government wants to take property quickly, before the amount of just-compensation has
been fully determined. In these cases, California lawns allow government to deposit the probable amount
of just compensation and take property within a few months.This is called a "quick take' eminent
domain action. If a property owner accepts these funds, the owner gives up the right to challenge
whether government's action is for a public use. The owner can still.challenge the amount of just
compensation.
Programs to Promote Affordable Housing unit or space is rented again, however, rent control
Rent Control. Over a dozen California cities laws restrict the rate of future rent increases.
have some form of rent control law.Thee cities Other Housing Programs and Laws. About
include Los Angeles, San,Francisco, Oakland, one-third of California cities and counties have
Berkeley, Santa Monica, and San Jose. In addition,, laws referred to as "inclusionary housing."These
about 100 cities and.counties have laws limiting laws*(which can be mandatory or voluntary in
the rent mobile home park owners may charge nature) have the goal of providing lower-cost
people who lease space in their park.Altogether, housing units in new developments. Mandatory
about one million California households live in inclusionary laws require developers to construct
rent-controlled apartments or mobile home parks. affordable housing on part of their land or
While the provisions of these rent control laws contribute funds to develop such housing.
vary, they typically restrict the amount of money Wluntary laws offer developers incentives to
by which a landlord (or park owner) may increase - provide affordable housing. (For example, a city
a tenant's rent each year. if a tenant moves out might permit a developer to build an increased
of a housing unit or mobile home park, property number of housing units if some of them are
owners may reset rents to market rates. Once the affordable to,lower-income households.) In
For text of Proposition 98, see page 18. Analysis 9
PROP EMINENT DOMAIN.
. 98 LIMITS ON GOVERNMENT AUTHORITY.
INITIATIVE CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT.
ANALYSIS BY THE LEGISLATIVE ANALYST CONTINUED
addition, many California cities have ordinances Property Owner Challenges. If a property
requiring apartment owners to provide relocation owner challenged government's authority to use
benefits to tenants if they convert their property eminent domain, the measure directs the court to
into condominiums. exercise its independent judgment and not defer to
the findings of the government agency. In addition,
PROPOSAL property owners could challenge government's
This measure amends the State Constitution right to take the property even if they accepted
to (1) constrain state and local governments' funds that government deposited as part of an
authority to take private property and (2) phase accelerated eminent domain action.
out rent control. The measure also might constrain Property Owner Compensation. The measure
government's authority to implement certain contains,provisions that would increase the amount
.other programs and laws, such as mandatory of compensation provided to property owners.
inclusionary housing-programs and tenant For example, property owners would be entitled
relocation benefits. The measure's provisions apply to reimbursement for all business relocation
to all governmental agencies. costs, which could exceed the maximum amounts
specified under current law. In addition, property
Taking Property owners would be entitled to compensation for their
The measure prohibits government from taking attorney costs if the property owner was successful
ownership of property to transfer it to a private in an eminent domain challenge.
party—such as a person, business, or nonprofit
organization. In addition, government could Rent Control
not take property to use it for (1) a purpose The measure generally prohibits government
substantially similar to how the private owner from limiting the price property owners may
used it (such as public operation of a water or _ charge others to purchase, occupy, or use their land
electricity delivery system formerly owned by'a or buildings.This provision would affect local,rent
private company) or (2) the purpose of consuming control measures. Specifically, government could
its natural resources (such as its oil or minerals). not enact new rent control measures, and any rent
These restrictions on government's authority to control measure enacted after January 1, 2007
take property also would apply to cases when would end. Other rent control measures (those
government transfers the right to use or occupy enacted before January 1-, 2007) would be phased
property (but does not take ownership of it). out on a unit-by-unit basis after an apartment
None of these restrictions would apply, however, unit or mobile home park space is vacated. Once
if government was addressing a public nuisance or a tenant left an apartment or mobile home space,
criminal activity or as part of a state of emergency property owners could charge market rate rents,
declared by the Governor. and that apartment unit or mobile home space
Under the measure, government could continue would not be subject to rent control again.
to take property for facilities that it would own
and use, such as new schools, roads, parks, and Other Government Laws and Programs
public facilities. Government could not take . The measure appears to limit government's
property for one purpose, however, and then use it authority to impose restrictions on the "ownership,
for a different purpose unless it offered to sell the occupancy, or use of property' if the restrictions
property back to its previous owner. were imposed "in order to transfer an economic
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PROP EMINENT DOMAIN.
98 LIMITS ON GOVERNMENT AUTHORITY.
INITIATIVE CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT.
ANALYSIS BY THE LEGISLATIVE ANALYST CONTINUED
benefit" from one property owner to other The net fiscal effect of these potential changes
private persons. The range of government laws in the number and price of properties acquired
and programs that would be affected by these cannot be determined. Overall, we estimate that
provisions is not clear and would be determined many governments would have net increased costs
by the courts. Given the wording of the measure, to acquire property, but that the net statewide fiscal
however, programs such as mandatory inclusionary effect probably would not be significant.
housing and condominium conversion relocation
benefits might be prohibited. Other Changes
Related Measure on Ballot. This ballot It is difficult to estimate the fiscal impact of the
contains two measures related to eminent domain: measure's phase out of rent control and limitation
Proposition 98 (this measure) and Proposition 99. of other programs that transfer economic benefits
If this measure were approved by more votes than from property owners to private parties. In
Proposition 99, the provisions of Proposition 99 response to these provisions, governments might
probably would not take effect. choose to change their policies in ways that do not
increase their costs. For example, a government
FISCAL EFFECTS might repeal a mandatory inclusionary housing
Eminent Domain.Changes ordinance and not enact a replacement policy, or
Much of the property state and local
repeal the ordinance and enact land-use regulations
that encourage the construction of lower-cost
government acquires is bought from willing sellers housing.
or is taken by eminent domain for purposes that
would still be allowed under the measure. In these In other cases, conforming to the measure's
cases, government could continue to acquire these provisions could result in new costs. For example,
properties, but might need to pay somewhat more a government could respond to the elimination
for them. This is because the measure increases the of rent control by creating publicly funded
amount of compensation provided for properties programs to subsidize affordable housing. Given
taken by eminent domain and willing sellers-are the uncertainty regarding some of the measure's
likely to demand similar increased amounts. provisions, some governments might be unaware
that their policies conflicted with the measure's
In some cases, the measure would prevent
provisions and be required to pay damages to
government from taking property by eminent
domain. This reduced ability to take property
property owners.
could apply to many government plans for The fiscal effect on state and local governments
redevelopment, affordable housing,.and public associated with these changes in rent control and
ownership of water or electric utility services. As other policies is not possible to determine, but
a result of this reduced authority to take property, there probably would be increased costs to many
government might (1) buy fewer properties and governments. The.net statewide fiscal effect,
have lower costs or (2) offer property owners more however, probably would not be significant.
to purchase their properties and thus have higher
costs.
For text of Proposition 98, see page 18. Analysis 11
PROP EMINENT DOMAIN.
• , LIMITS ON GOVERNMENT AUTHORITY.
98 INITIATIVE CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT.
FAVORARGUMENT IN OF "PROPOSITION
Proposition 98 is clear,simple, and straightforward,with. of renting his or her home or apartment at less than the fair
only one purpose: to protect our homes, farmland, and small rental value. Forty-five of the other 49 states provide this basic
businesses . . . all private property. protection.We are long overdue in protecting our property
Proposition 98 does this by: owners.
1. Making it illegal for government to seize homes,small WHAT PROPOSITION98 WILL NOT DO
businesses, family farms, and places of worship and transfer Proposition 98 will never cause renters who now have their
them to private parties for their private use and profit. - rents limited to lose their current rent control.
2.Making it illegal to force the sale or rental of private Proposition 98 DOES NOT affect the acquisition-of
homes,apartments,or other residences at below market prices. property needed for legitimate public purposes. Property
This is all there is to Proposition 98,nothing tricky,nothing for the public good,such as schools, fire stations,highways,
hidden.Read the Proposition 98 text carefully and you'll find police stations,water projects, flood control,emergency
it has the purpose of saving our homes,farms,small businesses, services, parks,and environmental conservation,can still be
and places of worship from being seized from their owners for acquired by eminent domain.
the benefit and.profit of private developers. SUMMARY—ONLY98 PROTEC7SALL PRIVATE
WHY IS PROPOSITION 98 NEEDED? PROPERTY I .
First,because state and local governments are seizing private Currently, tax hungry governments get around Proposition
homes,apartments,small businesses,family farms,and 13,dramatically increasing property taxes by seizing homes,
places of worship for the benefit of politically well-connected small businesses, apartments, family farms,and places of
developers.These seizures enable tax collectors to get around worship.
Proposition 13's limitations on property taxes,allowing them Also,by seizing private property,politicians can help their
to reap huge property tax increases on the seized property. financial contributors get the property and profits those
Second,developers make huge profits when they develop developers want.
seized land.The politicians can help friends and financial' Proposition 98 is the only measure on the ballot that restores
supporters make big profits by seizing other peoples'property. private property protections for all Californians—everyone.
Third,California is losing open space, farmland,and Visit Y6Prop98.com.
orchards at a distressing rate. Proposition 98 will prevent the Vote Yes on Proposition 98.
seizure of these lands for developers who would otherwise
cement over farmland and forever convert farms to tract JON COUPAL,President
homes and shopping malls. Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association,
Fourth,government has many fair and legitimate ways to Protect Prop. 13 Committee
help the elderly,poor,disabled,veterans,students,and others DOUG MOSEBAR,President
with their rent and other housing needs. Government can California Farm Bureau
provide rental assistance and housing programs.Government STEVE L.CAUGHRAN, 2007 California Small Business Owner of
can buy or build residential housing and provide it to the the Year,National Federation of Independent Business
needy at low cost or even no cost. But government should not
force a private property owner alone to bear the entire cost
ARGUMENTREBUTTAL TO O. OF PROPOSITION ' ;
According to Secretary of State records,apartment and Boiled down, the landlords want to pass 98 so they can raise
mobilehome park landlords paid MILLIONS to get this rents as high as they want.•And they want us, taxpayers,to pay
proposition on the ballot. for it.
These landlords are trying the oldest political trick in the 98's EMINENT DOMAIN PROVISIONS ARE
book—THE BAIT AND SWITCH.They want you to' DEEPLY FLAWED.
believe 98 is about eminent domain,but what they really want Prop. 98's supposed eminent domain provisions are so
is to eliminate the most basic protections renters have against poorly drafted that they will lead to frivolous lawsuits, more
unfair landlords. • . bureaucracy and red tape,and actually hurt homeowners and
Here are some facts: all property owners. .
• Prop. 98 ELIMINATES RENT CONTROL. Landlords Reject the landlords'attack on renters and our communities.
could raise rents as high as they want. Prop. 98 allows rents Vote NO on Prop. 98.
that are well above fair—it sanctions rent gouging where Visit www.NoProp98.org.
rentals are in short supply..
• 98 WIPES OUT BASIC PROTECTIONS FORALL JEANNINE ENGLISH,California State President
RENTERS, including laws requiring fair return of rental AARP
deposits and laws protecting renters against unfair evictions. DEAN PRESTON,Co-Chair
• 98 IS BAD FOR TAXPAYERS. In their own arguments Coalition to Protect California Renters
above, the landlords admit that rent control laws"help the KEN WILLIS,President
elderly,poor,disabled,veterans,students,and others. But League of California Homeowners
they argue, instead, that taxpayers should pay'for more
subsidized housing and rental assistance.
12 1 Arou men is Arguments Printed on this Page are the opinions of the authors and have not been checked for accuracy by any official agency.
PROP EMINENT DOMAIN.
98 LIMITS ON GOVERNMENT AUTHORITY.
INITIATIVE CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT.
ARGUMENT AGAINST PROPOSITION 98
Proposition 98 is a DECEPTIVE SCHEME by wealthy In the fine print of 98 are provisions that could prohibit
landlords to abolish rent control and other renter protections. important laws that protect the environment and ensure
Their deeply flawed measure also contains hidden provisions responsible growth.
that would harm the environment and our communities. • `Prop. 98 goes beyond canceling rent control. It would gut
VOTE NO. important laws.that protect our air, land, water, coasts and
Wealthy apartment and mobilehome park owners are wildlife,and laws we need to combat global warming."
spending millions on a deceptive campaign to pass Prop. 98. Jim Lyon;Vice President for Conservation,National
Ask yourself why? Wildlife Federation
They don't care about eminent domain.What these Prop. 98's hidden provisions THREATEN OUR SUPPLY
landlords really care about is eliminating rent control so they OF SAFE,CLEAN DRINKING WATER and our ability
can raise rents and make millions. to protect the public's safety.The measure also cripples our
Read the initiative yourself.You'll see Prop. 98: ability to create communities that are"livable"for those who
• Eliminates rent control. are aging—with housing options,ways of getting around,and
• Wipes out basic renter protections like requiring the fair access to services that promote independence.
return of rental deposits. `Prop. 98 would jeopardize our ability to protect the glsality
• Takes away protections requiring 60-day notice before of our drinking water and to secure new sources of water to
forcing renters out of homes. , prevent water shortages."
Prop. 98 would DEVASTATE MILLIONS OF —Tim Quinn, Executive Director,Association of California
RENTERS including veterans,seniors,and young families. Water Agencies
Prop. 98 is the worst kind of special interest proposition. • `In addition to abolishing rent control, Prop. 98 contains
It benefits a few wealthy landlords at the expense of millions . hidden provisions that prevent law enforcement,officials from
protected by rent control and other laws that ensure renters dealing with slum-like conditions that contribute to crime."
are treated fairly. =, Richard Word, President,California Police Chiefs
• '7'n a retiree and a veteran, and I've lived in my studio , Association
apartment for 30 years. Rent control is the-only way I can afford Don't let the wealthy landlords get away with their scheme
a roof over my head. If 98 passes, hundreds of thousands of to abolish rent control and eliminate protections for our
seniors could face skyrocketing rents." environment and our communities.Join senior,homeowner,
—Robert C. Potter, 80,U.S.Army Veteran,San Francisco conservation, public safety,and renters' rights organizations in
• "Dn a retired widow on a fixed income. Prop. 98 would voting NO ON PROP. 98.
financially devastate many seniors like me who depend on rent
control and other laws that protect us against unfair landlords. JEANNINE ENGLISH,California State President
Vote NO on Prop. 98." AARP
—Helen J. Furber, 85,retired,Calistoga JANIS R.HIROHAMA, President
The problems with 98 go far beyond ending rent League of Women Voters of California
control. HIDDEN PROVISIONS ALSO JEOPARDIZE , RICHARD WORD, President
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTIONS. California Police Chiefs Association
REBUTTAL TO ARGUMENT AGAINST PROPOSITION 98
The opponents fail to even mention Proposition 98 Proposition 98 would end the rent controls Robert and
protects homes, rental units, family farms,small businesses, Helen depend upon.The truth: Proposition 98,Section
and places of worship from being seized and bulldozed by 6,specifically provides that rent controls for everyone now
politicians and developers to be converted to commercial covered by rent controls can remain fully in effect for an
developments for their private profit! unlimited period of time. Read Proposition 98,Section 6 in
NO WONDER THEY DON'T MENTION THESE this Voter Guide,and you will see that Robert and Helen and
VITAL PROTECTIONS!—The opponents ARE the everyone now covered by rent controls are fully protected.
politicians and developers who are seizing the private The greater risk for Robert,Helen,and thousands of
property they want, to increase taxes and make huge others losing their rent controlled homes is if the opponents
development profits! of Proposition 98 are allowed to seize and bulldoze them and
The opponents talk about wealthy landlords being the replace rent controlled homes with strip malls.
big Proposition 98 supporters. Nonsense!It is the individual
homeowners whose voluntary donations sustain the Howard CRUZ BACA SEMBELLO,Victim of Government Home Taking
Jarvis Taxpayers Association's efforts to protect Proposition City of Baldwin Park
13 and our homes who are the biggest contributors to JOHN REVELLI,Victim of Government Business Taking
Proposition 98. City of Oakland
And the biggest opponents of 98?The politicians and their JOEL AYALA,President
big developer buddies! California Hispanic Chambers of Commerce
Shame on the opponents for convincing 80-year-old
veteran Robert and 85-year-old widow Helen to suggest
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PROPOSITION EMINENT DOMAIN. LIMITS ON GOVERNMENT
99 ACQUISITION OF OWNER-OCCUPIED RESIDENCE.
INITIATIVE CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT.
OFFICIAL TITLE AND SUMMARY PREPARED BY THE ATTORNEY GENERAL
EMINENT DOMAIN. LIMITS ON GOVERNMENT ACQUISITION OF OWNER-OCCUPIED RESIDENCE.
INITIATIVE CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT.
• Bars state and local governments from using eminent domain to acquire an owner-occupied
residence, as.defined, for conveyance to a private person or business entity.
• Creates exceptions for public work or improvement, public health and safety protection,
and crime prevention.
Summary of Legislative Analyst's Estimate of Net State and Local Government Fiscal Impact:
• No significant fiscal impact on state or local government's.
ANALYSIS BY THE LEGISLATIVE ANALYST
BACKGROUND PROPOSAL
California state and local governments This constitutional amendment limits state and
frequently acquire private property to build public local government's use of eminent domain in
facilities (such as roads, parks, and schools) or certain circumstances. Specifically, the measure
to promote public objectives (such as economic prohibits government from using eminent
development and affordable housing). , domain to take a single-family home (including a
Most of the time, government buys property condominium) for the purpose of transferring it to
from willing sellers. Sometimes,however, property another private party (such as a.person, business,
owners do not want to sell their property or do or association).
not agree on a sales price. In these cases, California This prohibition, however, would not apply if
law allows government to take property from a government was taking the home to:
private owner provided that government: • Protect public health and safety.
• Uses'the property for a "public use" (a term • Prevent serious, repeated criminal activity.
that has been broadly interpreted to mean a . Respond to an emergency.
variety of public purposes).
• Pays the property owner "just compensation" Remedy environmental contamination that
posed a threat to public health and safety.
(generally, the property's fair market value)
and relocation costs (including certain • Use the property fora public work, such as a
business losses). toll road or airport operated by a private party.
This government power to take property for a. In addition,-the prohibition would not apply if the
public use is called "eminent domain."The nearby property owner did not live'in the home or had
box provides additional information regarding lived there for less than a year.
the terms public use, just compensation, and
relocation costs.
14 1 Title and Summary /Analysis
PROP EMINENT DOMAIN.LIMITS ON GOVERNMENT
99 ACQUISITION Of OWNER-OCCUPIED RESIDENCE.
INITIATIVE CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT.
ANALYSIS BY THE LEGISLATIVE ANALYST CONTINUED
Government's Authority to Take Property by Eminent Domain
Government may use eminent domain to take property for a public use if it pays just compensation
and relocation costs.
What Is a Public Use?
Common examples of public use include providing new schools,roads,government buildings, parks,
and public utility facilities.T) .te ,p hlic.use also includes broad public objectives,such as economic
development, eliminating urban blight and public nuisances, and public ownership of utility services.
The following activities have been considered a public use:
* Promoting downtown redevelopment by.transferring property to other owners to construct
new stores, hotels, and other businesses.
• Reducing urban blight and crime,by transferring substandard apartments in a,high-crime area
to a nonprofit housing organization to renovate and manage.
• Securing Public contro ofut lit serves by acquiring private water and other utility.systeins .
and placing their under gove of,-ent-ownership.
W,08t Are Just Compens#1#6�ko ReI194 n Cgsts?
Just compensation includes (1)the fair mark*value of the property taken and(2) any reduction in
value of the remaining property when part of a parcel is taken. In addition to the payment of just
compensation,California law roquires governonts,to-,pay property owners for certain other expenses
and losses associated with the trap fer.of properaty ownership.
Related Measure on Ballot. This ballot contains In.a very limited number of cases, however, this
two measures related to eminent domain: measure might result in government:
Proposition 99 (this measure) and Proposition 98. . Savings—because government could not
If this measure.were approved by more votes than acquire a home that the owner did not wish to
Proposition 98, this measure provides that the sell.
provisions of Proposition 98 would not take effect.
• Costs—because government might pay more
FISCAL EFFECTS to buy a home than would have been the case
if it could have taken the home using eminent
Under current law and practice, government domain.
seldom uses eminent domain to take single-family The net fiscal effect of such actions would not be
homes. Even when it does so, the acquisition
often is for a purpose that is permitted under the significant.
measure (such as construction of a road or school).
Accordingly, this measure would not change
significantly current government land acquisition
practices.
For text of Proposition 99, see page 20. Analysis 15
PROP EMINENT DOMAIN. LIMITS ON GOVERNMENT
99 ACQUISITION OF OWNER-OCCUPIED RESIDENCE.
INITIATIVE CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT.
ARGUMENT IN OR OF PROPOSITION
YES on PROP 99. "The League of Women Voters of California has carefully
Real Eminent Domain Reform—No Hidden Agendas examined Prop. 99. This is a straightforward measure that
We need to act now to PROTECT HOMEOWNERS. does what it says:prohibits the seizure of homes for private
In 2005, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that government development projects."
can use eminent domain to take a person's home and give it —Janis R.J-Iirohama, President, League of Women Voters
to a private developer..Since then, more than 40 states have of California
reformed their.eminent domain laws,but California has `Prop.99 ensures that seniors and other vulnerable citizens
failed to act.We need to act now to close this legal'loophole are protected from losing their homes to a private developer."
created by the Supreme Court decision and to protect ' —Nan Brasmer, President, California Alliance for Retired
California homeowners from abuses of eminent domain. Americans
Prop. 99 is the straightforward solution we need to ACCEPT NO SUBSTITUTES: Prop. 99 is the only real
PROTECT AGAINST EMINENT DOMAIN ABUSES. eminent domain reform on the ballot.
Prop. 99 provides simple, powerful eminent domain-reform. Other measures may pretend to reform eminent domain,
• Prop. 99 prohibits government from using eminent but Prop. 99 is the best way to protect homeowners and
domain to take a home to transfer it to a private developer. prevent future abuses. Prop. 99 is straightforward and strong.
• Prop. 99 places this vital protection into our state It protects our homes from eminent domain abuse. Pure and
Constitution to ensure that the government cannot remove it simple. No hidden agendas.
without a vote,of the people. Vote YES to Protect California's Homeowners.
• Unlike other deceptive proposals, Prop. 99 has NO Vote YES on Prop. 99.
HIDDEN AGENDAS. Read it for yourself. What you see
is what you get. Prop. 99 is straightforward eminent domain KEN WILLIS, President
reform that protects homeowners now. League of California Homeowners
Homeowner,community,and senior groups have united to NAN BRASMER, President
support this critical reform. California Alliance for Retired Americans
'As an official proponent of Prop. 99, I urge all Californians JANIS R.HIROHAMA, President
to vote YES. Prop. 99 provides urgently needed eminent domain League of Women Voters of California
reform to protect homeowners across California."
—Ken Willis, President, League of California
Homeowners .
REBUTTAL TO ARGUMENT IN FAVOR OF PROPOSITION 99
According to California's nonpartisan Legislative Analyst's Worst yet! If 99 gets more votes than 98—EVEN IF
Office Proposition 99 "is not likely to significantly alter current PROPOSITION 98 GETS A MAJORITY-99 kills ALL
government land acquisition practices." the Proposition 98 protections for everyone, INCLUDING
Meaning: "Proposition 99 does nothing." HOMEOWNERS! Read it yourself in Proposition 99,
Yet the politicians and developers spent$4,000,000.00+ to SECTION 9,in this Guide.
put Prop. 99 on the ballot,when it does almost nothing! Stick together,protect everyone, not just the few. Thats fair.
Why? Because they filed 99 only after homeowners, family Vote Yes on 98.
farmers, and small business owners filed Proposition 98. Vote No on 99.The politicians and developers who paid
The politicians and developers don't want you to vote Yes $4,000,000.00+ to put 99 on your ballot are trying an old
on 98,so they are crying to trick you into voting for"do- election trick.They did not trick us back when we passed
nothing" Proposition 99 instead. Proposition 13;don't let them trick you now!
Prop. 99 took out every protection for farmers,small Visit YesProp98.com.
businesses, rented homes. Read Prop. 99 in this Voter Guide. No on 99!
Small businesses?Family Farmers? Renters?Places of
Worship?All gone. JON COUPAL, President
But homeowners?99 looks like it protects homeowners. Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association,
Again the nonpartisan analysis: Proposition 99 "is not likely to Protect Prop. 13 Committee
significantly alter curren t govern ment land acquisition practices.". DOUG MOSEBAR, President
Meaning 99 protects virtually nothing. Homeowners have California Farm Bureau
'virtually no protection under 99. STEVE L.CAUGHRAN, 2007 California Small Business Owner
of the Year, National Federation of Independent Business
16 1 A rgu rn err is Arguments printed on this page are the opinions of the authors and have not been checked for accuracy by,any official agency.
PROP EMINENT DOMAIN.LIMITS ON GOVERNMENT
99 ACQUISITION OF OWNER-OCCUPIED RESIDENCE.
INITIATIVE CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT.
ARGUMENT AGAINST PROPOSITION
The State of California's nonpartisan Legislative Analyst's your home. Read 99, it says houses can be taken `under certain
Office,says that Proposition 99 "is not likely to significantly circumstances."And these `certain circumstances"are many!
alter current government land acquisition practices." In the end,homeowners have virtually no protection
In everyday language: "Proposition 99 does nothing." under 99. Read again the nonpartisan analysis:Proposition
So why did the politicians and developers spend 99 "is not likely to significantly alter current government
$4,000,000.00+ to put Prop. 99 on the ballot,when it does land acquisition practices."This means 99 protects virtually
almost nothing? nothing.
They filed Proposition 99 and spent$4 million+on it, But it gets even worse!The politicians and developers
only after homeowners,family farmers,and small business added that if 99 gets more votes than Proposition 98—
owners filed Proposition 98. EVEN IF PROPOSITION 98 GETS A MAJORITY-99
-Proposition 98 protects ALL private property in California. kills all the protections in Proposition 98 for everyone,
Proposition 99 protects virtually nothing. INCLUDING HOMEOWNERS! REALLY! If you don't
The politicians and developers don't want you to vote Yes believe us, read it for yourself in SECTION 9 of Proposition
on 98,so they are trying to trick you into voting for"do- 99 in this Voter Guide.
nothing" Proposition 99 instead. Renters,small business owners,homeowners, religious
In past elections,you have seen powerful special interests congregations, family farmers . . . none of its want to see
use this trick to try to defeat popular ballot propositions. our homes and property bulldozed.Lets si ogether,protect
'Two propositions on d., same subject matter can confuse everyone, not just the few. It is only fair. Vote jes on 98.
voters. Remember, only Prop. 98 protects all private property in
The politicians who are against Proposition 98 tried the California, Prop. 99 protects virtually nothing.
same trick years ago when they opposed Proposition 13. Vote No on Proposition 99, the politicians and developers
They put on a weak,do-nothing Proposition hoping to trick who paid$4,000,000.00+ to put it on your ballot are trying
voters into being against Prop. 13! to pull off an old election trick.They did not trick us back
Well the old game of"let's trick the voter"is back— when we passed Proposition 13;don't let them trick you
brought to you,this time, by the very politicians and now!
developers who seize homes,small businesses,family farms, Visit YesProp98.com.
and places of worship from owners who don't want to sell No on 99!
and turn them into car dealerships,chain stores,and the like.
In 99 they took out every protection for farmers,small JON COUPAL, President
businesses, second homes, and rented homes. Read Prop. 99 Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association,
carefully in this Voter Guide.Small businesses? Family Protect Prop. 13 Committee
Farmers? Renters?Places of Worship?All gone. No DOUG MOSEBAR,President
protection whatsoever. California Farm Bureau
But homeowners?99 looks like it protects homeowners. STEVE L.CAUGHRAN, 2'007 California Small Business Owner
But the devil is in the details. Under 99 they can easily seize of the Year, National Federation of Independent-Business
REBUTTAL TO ARGUMENT AGAINST PROPOSITION 99
The people opposing Proposition 99 are the same • League of California Homeowners
apartment and mobile home park owners who want to trick • League of Women Voters of California
you into passing Proposition 98—the flawed measure on this • California Police Chiefs Association
ballot that's a bait and switch scheme by wealthy landlords to • California Alliance for Retired Americans
abolish rent control and other renter protections. • Consumer Federation of California
While Prop. 98 is full of hidden agendas, Prop. 99 is Proposition 99 is the only measure on this ballot that
straightforward and powerful eminent domain reform: it contains pure eminent domain reform,with no hidden
stops the government from taking homes to in
to a provisions written to benefit special interest sponsors.
private developer. Prop. 99 would stop government from taking homes to
California's independent nonpartisan Legislative Analyst give to a private developer. No hidden agendas. No costly
writes: Prop. 99 prohibits government from using eminent and damaging consequences.
domain to acquire a home. . ." Vote Yes on Prop. 99—Protect California Homeowners.
The State Attorney General reviewed Proposition 99 and www.YesProp99.org
in the official summary writes: Prop. 99 `Bars state and local
governments from using eminent domain to acquire an owner- JANIS R.HIROHAMA, President
occupied residence. . ." League of Women Voters of California
And the League of Women Voters of California says: "This RICHARD WORD, President .
is a straightforward measure that does what it says:prohibits the California Police Chiefs Association
seizure ofhomes for private development projects." KEN WILLIS, President
LEADING CALIFORNIA ORGANIZATIONS League of California Homeowners
SUPPORT PROP. 99, including:
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TEXT OF PROPOSED LAWS
PROPOSITION 98 public uses, the owner shall receive just
compensation for what has been taken or
This initiative measure is submitted to the people damaged.
of California in accordance with the provisions (e)Therefore,the people of the state of California
of Section 8 of Article II of the California hereby enact the "California Property Owners and
Constitution. Farmland Protection Act."
This initiative measure amends a section of
the California Constitution; therefore, existing SECTION 3. AMENDMENT TO CALIFORNIA CONSTITUTION
provisions proposed to be deleted'are printed in
Section 19 of Article I of the California
strikeout type and new provisions proposed to be
added are printed in italic type to indicate that they Constitution is amended to read:
are new.
SEC. 19. (a) Private property may be taken or
PROPOSED LAW damaged only for a stated public use onjl , and,
SECTION 1. STATEMENT OF FINDINGS when just compensation, ascertained by a jury
unless waived, has first been paid to, or into court
(a) Our state Constitution, while granting for, the owner. The Legislature may provide for
government the power of eminent domain, also possession by the condemnor following
provides that the people have an inalienable right commencement of eminent domain proceedings
to own, possess, and protect private property. It upon deposit in court and prompt release to the
further provides that no person may be deprived of owner of money determined by the court to be the
property without due process of law, and that probable amount of just compensation. Private
private property may not be taken or damaged by property may not be taken or damaged for private
eminent domain except for public use and only use.
after just compensation has been paid to the (b) For purposes of'this section:
property owner. (1) "Taken"includes transferring the ownership,
(b) Notwithstanding these clear constitutional occupancy, or use of property from a private owner
guarantees, the courts have not protected the to a public agency or to any person or entity other
people's rights from being violated by state and than a public agency, or limiting the price a private
local governments through the exercise of their owner may charge another person to purchase,
power of eminent domain. occupy or use his or her real property.
(c) For example, the U.S. .Suprerne Court, in (2) `Public use"means use and ownership by a
Kelo v. City of New London, held that the public agency or a regulated public utility for the
government may use eminent domain to- take public use stated at the time of the taking, including
property from its owner for the purpose of public facilities,public transportation, and public
transferring it to a private developer. In other cases, utilities, except that nothing herein prohibits
the courts have allowed the government to set the leasing limited space for private uses incidental to
price an owner can charge to sell or rent his or her the stated public use; nor is the exercise of eminent
property, and have allowed the government to take domain prohibited to restore utilities or access to
property for the purpose of seizing the income or a public road for'anyprivate property which is cut
business assets of the property. off from utilities or access to a public road as a
(d) Farmland is especially vulnerable to these result of a taking for public use as otherwise
types of eminent domain abuses. defined herein.
(3) `Private use"means:
SECTION 2. STATEMENT OF PURPOSE (i) transfer of ownership, occupancy or use of
(a) State and local governments may use eminent private property or associated property rights to
domain to take private property only for public any person or entity other than a public agency or
uses, such as roads, parks, and public facilities. a regulated public utility;
(b) State and local governments may not use their (ii) transfer of ownership, occupancy or use of
power to take or damage property for the benefit of .private property or associated property rights to a
any private person or entity. public agency for the consumption of natural
(c) State and local governments may not take resources or for the same or a substantially similar
private property by eminent domain to put it to the use as that made by the private owner; or
same use as that made by the private owner. (iii) regulation of the ownership, occupancy or
(d)When state or local governments use eminent use ofprivately owned real property or associated
domain to take or damage private property for Property rights in order to transfer an economic
18 1 Text of Proposed haws
TEXT OF PROPOSED LAWS (PROPOSITION 98 CONTINUED)
benefit to one or more private persons at the (d) Nothing' in this section prohibits a public
expense of the property owner. agency or regulated public utility from entering .
.. (4) "Public agency" means the state, special into an agreement with' a private property owner
district, county, city, city and county, including for the voluntary sale of property not subject to
a charter city or county, and any other local eminent domain, or a stipulation regarding the
or regional governmental entity, municipal payment of just compensation.
corporation,public agency-owned utility or utility (e) If"property is acquired by a public agency
district, or the electorate of any public agency. through eminent domain, then before the agency
(5) `Just compensation"means: may put the property to a use substantially different
(i) for property or associated property rights - from the stated public use, or convey the property
taken, its fair market value;' to another person or unaffiliated agency, the
(ii) for property or associated property rights condemning agency must make a good faith effort
damaged, the value,f ixed by a jury, or by the court to locate the private owner from whom the property
if a jury is waived; was taken, and make a written offer to sell the
(iii) an award of reasonable costs and attorney property to him at the price which the agency paid
fees from the public agency if the property owner ,for the property, increased only by'the fair market
obtains a judgment for more than the amount value of any improvements, fixtures, or
offered by a public agency as defined herein; and appurtenances added by the public agency, and
(iv) any additional actual and necessary reduced by the value attributable to any removal,
amounts to compensate the property owner for destruction or waste of improvements,fixtures or
temporary business losses, relocation expenses, appurtenances that had been acquired with the
business reestablishment costs, other actual and property. If property is repurchased by the former
reasonable expenses incurred and other expenses owner under this subdivision, it shall be taxed
deemed compensable by the Legislature. based on its pre-condemnation enrolled value,.
(6) "Prompt release" means that the property increased or decreased only as allowed herein,
owner can have immediate possession of the money plus any inflationary adjustments authorized by
deposited by the condemnor without prejudicing subdivision (b) of Section 2 of Article XIII A. The
his or her right to challenge the determination of right to repurchase shall apply only to the owner
fair market value or his or her right to challenge from which the property was taken, and does not
the taking as being for a private use. apply to heirs or successors of the owner or, if the
(7) "Owner" includes a lessee whose property owner was not a natural person, to an entity which
rights are taken or damaged. ceases to legally exist.
(8) `Regulated public utility" means any public .(f) Nothing'.in this section prohibits a public
utility as described in Article XIl, Section 3, that is agency from exercising its power- of eminent
regulated by the California Public Utilities domain to abate public nuisances or criminal
Commission and is not owned or operated by a activity.
public agency. Regulated public utilities are (g) Nothing in this section shall be construed to
private property owners for purposes of this prohibit or impair voluntary agreements between
article. a property owner and a public agency to develop
(c)In any action by a property owner challenging or rehabilitate affordable housing.
a taking or damaging of"his or her property, the (h)Nothing in this section prohibits the California
court shall consider all relevant evidence and Public Utilities Commissionfrom regulatingpublic
exercise its independent judgment, not limited to utility rates.
the administrative record and without deference to (i) Nothing -in this section shall restrict the
the findings of the public agency. The property powers of the Governor to take or damage private
owner shall be entitled to an award of reasonable property in connection with his or her powers
costs and attorney fees from the public agency if under a declared state of emergency.
the court finds that the agency's actions are not in
compliance with this section. In addition to other SECTION 4. IMPLEMENTATION AND AMENDMENT
legal and equitable remedies that may be available, This act shall be self-executing. The Legislature
an owner whose property is taken or damaged for may adopt laws to further the purposes of this act
private use may bring an action for an injunction, and aid in its implementation. No amendment to
a writ of mandate, or a declaration invalidating this act may be made except by a vote of the people
the action of the public agency. pursuant to Article II or Article XVIII of the
California Constitution.
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SECTION 5. SEVERABILITY transfer it to another private owner or developer.
The provisions of this act are severable. If any (c) Amend the California Constitution to respond
provision of this act or its application is held invalid, specifically to the facts and the decision of the U.S.
that invalidity shall not affect other provisions or Supreme Court in Kelo v. City of New London, in
applications that can be given effect without the which the Court held that it was permissible. for a
invalid provision or application. city to use eminent domain to take the home of a
Connecticut woman for the purpose of economic
SECTION 6. EFFECTIVE DATE development.
(d) Respect the decision of the voters to reject
The provisions of.this act shall become effective on Proposition 90 in November 2006, a measure that
the day following the election ("effective date"); included eminent domain reform but also included
except that any statute, charter provision, ordinance, unrelated provisions that would have subjected
or regulation by a public agency enacted prior to taxpayers to enormous financial liability from a wide
January 1,2007,that limits the price a rental property variety of traditional legislative and administrative
owner may charge a tenant to occupy a residential - actions to protect the public welfare.
rental unit ("unit")•or'mobile home space ("space") (e) Provide additional protection for property
may remain in effect as to.such unit or space after the owners without including provisions, such as those
effective date for so long as, but only so long as, at in Proposition 90, which subjected 'taxpayers to
least one of the tenants of such unit or space as of the liability for the enactment of traditional legislative
effective date ("qualified tenant") continues to live in . and administrative .actions to protect the public
such unit or space as his or her principal place of welfare.
residence. At such time as a unit or space no longer is (f) Maintain the distinction in the California
used by any qualified tenant as his or her principal Constitution between Section 19, Article 1, which
place of residence because,as to such unit or space,he establishes the law for eminent domain, and Section
or she has:(a)voluntarily vacated;(b)assigned,sublet, 7,Article XI,which establishes the law for legislative
sold or transferred his or her tenancy rights either and administrative action to protect the public health,
voluntarily or by court order; (c)abandoned; (d) died; safety and welfare.
or he or she has(e)been evicted pursuant to paragraph (g) Provide a comprehensive and exclusive basis in
(2), (3), (4) or(5) of Section 1161 of the Code of Civil the California Constitution to compensate property
Procedure or Section 798.56 of the Civil Code as in owners when property is taken or damaged by state
effect on January 1, 2007; then, and in such event, the or local governments, without affecting legislative
provisions of this act shall be effective immediately as and administrative actions taken to protect the public
to such unit or space. health, safety and welfare.
PROPOSITION 99 SECTION 2. AMENDMENT TO THE CALIFORNIA CONSTITUTION
Section 19 of Article I of the California
This initiative measure is submitted to the people Constitution is amended to read:
of California in accordance with the provisions of
Section 8 of Article II of the California Constitution. SEC. 19. (a) Private property may be taken or
This initiative.measure amends a section of the damaged for a public use and only when just
California Constitution; therefore, new provisions compensation, ascertained by a jury unless waived,
proposed to be added are printed in italic type to has first been paid to, or into court for, the owner.
indicate that they are new. . The Legislature may provide for possession by the
TITLE. This measure shall be known as the condemnor following commencement of eminent
domain, proceedings upon deposit in court and
"Homeowners and Private Property Protection Act." prompt release to the owner of money determined by
PROPOSED LAW the court to be the probable amount of just
compensation.
SECTION 1. PURPOSE AND INTENT _
(b) The State and local governments are prohibited
By enacting this measure, the people of California from acquiring by eminent domain an owner-
hereby express their intent to: . occupied residence for the purpose of conveying it to
(a) Protect their homes from 'eminent domain a private person.
abuse. (c)-Subdivision (b) of this section does not.apply
(b) Prohibit government agencies from using when State or local government exercises the power-
eminent domain to take an owner-occupied home to of eminent domain for the purpose of protecting
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public health andsafety;preventingseriotrs,repented SECTION 4. The provisions of Section 19, Article
criminal activity; responding to an emergency; or I, together, with the amendments made by this
remedying environmental contaniination.that poses initiative,constitute the exclusive and comprehensive
a threat to public health and safety. authority in the California. Constitution for the • •
(d) Subdivision (b) of this section does not apply exercise of the power of eminent domain and for the
when State or local government exercises the power payment of compensation to property owners when
of eminent domain for the purpose gf acquiring private property is taken or damaged by state or local
private property.for a public work or improvement. government. Nothing in this initiative shall limit the
(e) For the purpose of this section: ability of the Legislature to provide compensation in
1. "Conveyance"means a transfer gfreal property addition to that which is required by Section 19 of
whether by sale, lease, gift,franchise, or otherwise. Article I to property owners whose property is taken
2. `Local government" means any city, including or damaged by eminent domain.
a charter city, county, city and county, school
district, special district, authority, regional entity, SECTION 5. The amendments , made by this
redevelopment agency, or any other political initiative shall not apply to the acquisition of real
.subdivision within the State. property if the initial written offer to purchase the
3. "Owner-occupied residence" means real property was made on or before the date on which
property that is improved with a single-family this initiative becomes effective, and a resolution of
residence such as a detached home, condominium, necessity to acquire the real property by eminent
or townhouse and that is the owner or owners' domain was adopted on or before 180 days after that
principal place of residence for at least one year date.
prior to the State or local government's initial written
offer to purchase the property. Owner-occupied SECTION 6. The words and phrases used in the
residence also includes a residential dwelling unit amendments to Section 19, Article I of the California
attached to 'or detached from such a single-family Constitution made by this initiative which are not
residence which provides complete independent defined in subdivision (e), shall be defined and
living facilities for one or more persons. interpreted in a manner that is consistent with the
4. "Person" means any individual or association, law in effect on January 1, 2007, and as that law
or any business entity, including, but not limited to, may be amended or interpreted thereafter.
a partnership, corporation, or limited liability
company. SECTION 7. The provisions of this measure shall
5: "Public work or improvement'' means facilities be liberally construed in furtherance of its intent to
or infrastructure for the delivery of public services provide homeowners with protection against
such as education, police, fire protection, parks, exercises of eminent domain in which an owner-
recreation, emergency medical, public health, occupied residence is subsequently conveyed_to a
libraries, flood protection, streets or highwnvs, private person.
public transit, railroad, airports and seaports;
utility, common carrier or other similar projects SECTION 8. The provisions of this measure are
such as energy-related, communication-related, severable. If any provision of this measure or its
water-related and wastewater-related facilities or application is,held invalid, that invalidity shall not
infrastructure;projects identified by a State or local affect other provisions, or applications that can be
governrnentfar recovery./rom natural disasters;and given effect without the invalid provision or
private uses incidental to, or necessarv.for, the public application:
work or improvement.
6. "State"means the State of California and any of SECTION 9. In the event that this measure appears
its agencies or departments. on the same statewide election ballot as another
initiative measure or measures that seek to affect the
SECTION 3. By enacting this measure, the voters rights of property owners by directly or indirectly
do not intend to change the meaning of the terms in. amending Section 19, Article I of the California
subdivision (a) of Section 19, Article I of the Constitution, the provisions of the other measure or
CaliforniaConstitution,including,without limitation, measures shall be deemed to be in conflict with this
"taken," "damaged," "public use," and "just measure. In the event that this measure receives a
compensation," and deliberately do not impose any greater number of affirmative votes, the provisions
restrictions.on the exercise of power pursuant to of this measure shall prevail in their entirety, and
Section 19,Article i,other than as expressly provided each and every provision of the other measure or
for in this measure. measures shall be null and void.
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LEGISLATIVE CANDIDATE STATEMENTS
This Voter Information Guide covers statewide measures. Candidate statements for legislative candidates
can be found in your county Sample Ballot.
Proposition 34, passed by-voters in November 2000, established voluntary spending limits for candidates
running for state legislative office. Legislative candidates who choose to keep their campaign expenses
under these specified dollar amounts may purchase space in county sample ballots for a 250-word
candidate statement.
Candidates who have voluntarily chosen to limit their spending in campaigns for State Senate may
spend no more than $724,000 in a primary election and $1,086,000 in a general election. Assembly
candidates may spend no more than $483,000 in a primary election and $845,000 in a general election.
To view a list of legislative candidates who have accepted the campaign spending limits, please go to
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2. Returning it in person to any polling place or elections office within your county on Election Day;
or
3. Authorizing a legally allowable third party (spouse, child, parent, grandparent, grandchild, brother,
sister, or a person residing in the same household as you) to return the ballot on your behalf to any
polling place or elections office within your county on Election Day.
.In any case, your vote-by-mail ballot must be received by the time polls close at 8:00 p.m. on Election
Day. Late-arriving vote-by-mail ballots cannot be counted.
All valid vote-by-mail ballots that county elections officials determine have been cast by eligible voters
are counted and included in the official election results. Elections officials have 28 days to complete this
process, referred to as the "official canvass," and must report the results to the Secretary of State 35 days
after the date of the election.
LARGE-PRINT AND AUDIO-CASSETTE VOTER INFORMATION GUIDES
The Secretary of State provides the Official Voter Information Guide in a
large-print and an audio-cassette format for the visually impaired in English,
Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese, Tagalog, Japanese, and Korean.
To order the large-print or audio-cassette version of the Official Voter
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1. You have the right to cast a ballot if you 6. You have the right to receive assistance
are a valid registered voter. in casting your ballot, if you are unable
A valid registered voter means a United States to vote without assistance.
citizen who is a resident in this state, who is at 7. You have the right to return a completed vote-
least 18 years of age and not in prison or on by-mail ballot to any precinct in the county.
parole for conviction ora felony, and who is 8. You have the right to election materials
registered to vote at his or her current in another language, if there are sufficient
residence address. residents in your precinct to warrant
2. You have the right to cast a provisional production.
ballot if your name is not listed on the 9. You have the right to ask questions about
voting rolls. election procedures and observe the election
3. You have the right to cast a ballot if you process.
are present and in line at the polling' You have the right to ask questions of the
place prior to the close of the polls. precinct board and elections officials regarding
4. You have the right to cast a secret ballot free election procedures and to receive an answer
from intimidation. or be directed to the appropriate official for
5. You have the right to receive a new ballot if, an answer. However, if persistent questioning
prior to casting your ballot, you believe you disrupts'the execution of their duties, the board
made a mistake. or election officials may discontinue responding
If at any time before you finally cast your to questions.
ballot, you feel you have made a mistake,you 10. You have the right to report any illegal or
have the right to exchange the spoiled ballot fraudulent activity to a local elections official or
for a new ballot.Vote-by-mail voters may also to the Secretary of State's Office.
request and receive a new ballot if they return
their spoiled ballot to an elections official prior
to the closing of the polls on election day.
If you believe you have been denied any of these rights, or you
are aware of any election fraud or misconduct, please call the Secretary of State's
confidential toll-free Voter Hotline at 1-800-345-VOTE(8683). .
Information on your voter registration affidavit will be used by elections officials to send you official information
on the voting process, such as the location of your polling place and the issues and candidates that will appear
on the ballot. Commercial use of voter registration information is prohibited by law and is a misdemeanor.Voter
information may be provided to a candidate for office, a ballot measure committee, or other person for election,
scholarly,journalistic, political, or governmental purposes, as determined by the Secretary of State. Driver's license
and social security numbers, or your signature as-shown on your voter registration card, cannot be released for
these purposes. If you have any questions about the use of voter information or wish to report suspected misuse of
such information, please call the Secretary of State's Voter Hotline at 1-800-345-VOTE (8683).
Certain voters facing life-threatening situations may qualify for confidential voter status. For more information,
please contact the Secretary of State's Safe at Home program toll-free at 1-877-322-5227 or visit the Secretary of
State's website at www.sos.ca.gov.
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