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LWV League of Women Voters of California Education Fund
Santa Clara County, CA November 4, 2008 Election
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Howard Miller
Answers Questions

Candidate for
Council Member; City of Saratoga

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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?

I have a history of bring people together to make great things happen for all of our city. I have a very strong management background and training from two of the foremost high-tech companies int he valley: 7+ years with HP and 15+ years with Apple. I am always prepared, work hard, listen to all sides and make well reasoned, thoughtful decisions.

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

The current State and County fiscal issues Will impact Saratoga! This is the foremost issue facing our city today. We need to quickly and aggressive take action to assess our current spending, sources on income and reserves. It is clear that we will have a budget shortfall next fiscal year and the sooner we make adjustments to the current spending patterns, the less we will be impact next year.

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

Open access to the council members is key. I am the only candidate that has his home phone number listed in the phone book! I have a history of working with opposing groups to bring people together, see past their fears and get the the great possibilities. I spent 5+ years on the Kevin Moran Park improvement project, ultimately bring together a deal for a park with something for everyone!

Responses to questions asked of each candidate are reproduced as submitted to the League.  Candidates' responses are not edited or corrected by the League.

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