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LWV League of Women Voters of California Education Fund
Los Angeles County, CA March 8, 2005 Election
Smart Voter Ellen Taylor

Candidate for
Council Member; City of Claremont

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Biographical Highlights
  • Occupation: Law Office Manager
  • League of Women Voters of Claremont, Past President
  • Organizer of Claremont Study Circles on Racial and Ethnic Diversity
  • City of Claremont Traffic and Transportation Commission, 8 years, Chair for 4 years
  • Claremont Chamber of Commerce, Past President
  • Claremont Committee on Aging; Chair:Legal and Protective Services Subcommittee
  • Friends of the Claremont Library, Vice President
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Top Priorities if Elected
  • Social Programs for Seniors and Children; Well Planned and Managed Affordable Housing that Complements Neighborhoods
  • Well Planned Economic Development with Fiscal Oversight
  • Preservation of Hillsides, Open Space and Historic Resources
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Key Endorsements
  • Inland Valley Daily Bulletin
  • The Claremont Courier
  • Sierra Club, Angeles Chapter and Democrats of the Claremont Colleges
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Position Papers
OPEN GOVERNMENT AND ROLE OF COUNCIL
Democratic society is strengthened by openness and accountability. Council members are policy makers and planners. They must always look to the future when making decisions. Vision is an important intangible that enables a council to make significant and long-lasting policy decisions.
VALUES OF A COMMUNITY
Claremont offers a wide range of services and amenities for people of all ages and walks of life. A full service Senior Center, well designed Community Center, available open space and the hiking trails in the Wilderness Park and the ever popular Youth Activity Center are facilities that improve the quality of life for citizens of all ages. We must also work to make certain that all our residents are considered when we offer services.
THE BROADER PICTURE
Claremont has grown to a population of 35,000 and is in excellent financial shape. Some changes may need to be made in dealing with aging facilities. A regional approach is mandatory when we tackle areas of mutual concern with other communities. Overall, we must remain cognizant of our environment and resources. A strong council with vision is needed at this crucial time.
 
Campaign Contact Information
Website: http://www.electellen.org
E-mail: electellen@yahoo.com

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