League of Women Voters of California Education Fund
Santa Clara County, CA November 7, 2006 Election
	Greg Sellers Answers Questions Candidate for Council Member; City of Morgan Hill

The questions were prepared by the Leagues of Women Voters of Santa Clara County and asked of all candidates for this office.
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Questions & Answers

1. What experience related to city government would you bring to the City Council?

As a two term incumbent and a policy consultant with a Master in Public Policy, I bring an unmatched combination of experience, education and extensive ties to our region's leaders. My wife and I grew up in Morgan Hill, and our four children all attend (or will soon attend) Morgan Hill schools. I have been an active member of our community for nearly two decades, and have a proven record of success in the past eight years on the city council.

2. What concerns are of particular importance to the city and how would you address them?

Our city in better financial shape today than at any time in our 100 year history, but we need to find new revenue to meet the needs of our community. My focus will be on selecting appropriate economic development opportunities that provide benefit to our residents as well as revenue to our city. We need to expand our police and fire services, which will require creative budgeting and dedicated funding resources. We need to maintain and expand recreation opportunities at our new recreation facilities. And we need to complete the renaissance of our downtown by adding mixed use housing and completing key infrastructure improvements.

3. How would you balance the needs of the City as a whole with groups' interests?

I have always made decisions based on what's best for our city, even when that meant opposing friends or supporters. When individual interests are at odds with clear community goals, we need to work towards solutions that meet city needs without unduly harming any individuals. It is difficult to stand up to special interests, but it is important that elected officials always put the needs of the City ahead of special interests. I have done that consistently, and will continue to do so if re-elected.

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