Candidate for
Councilmember; City of San Luis Obispo

Though we are individuals, we all love San Luis Obispo. Twenty years ago I arrived in San Luis Obispo with a degree in Public Fire Service. I furthered my education at Cuesta College and Cal Poly in the field of computer science. In 1996 I was offered my dream job as a firefighter (I work outside the city and have no conflicts).

I've attended scores of late night council meetings. Despite a tenuous economy and increasing pension debt, our city is spending on unnecessary projects, implementing strict regulations, combating the homeless instead of combating homelessness, and has provoked costly lawsuits. I wish to increase accountability, common sense, public participation and transparency.

The mission of the fire service is "save lives and protect property." The underlying goal of that mission--and the proper goal of our city council--is protecting the economic viability and security of our community, creating a stable place to raise families, find jobs, build livelihoods and thrive.

I humbly ask for your vote. I want to be your eyes and ears on Council and relay your voice. I want your participation and ideas. Please share them with me at kevin@rice2012.com or (805) 602-2616. I hope to meet you soon at a council meeting.