PAC
Political Action Committee
News: September 16, 2016
Coalition of Santa Monica City Employees PAC stands in opposition of Measure LV
After much deliberation, the Coalition of Santa Monica City Employees PAC voted unanimously to join the growing opposition to Measure LV, which aims to require voter approval for development exceeding a base height of thirty-two feet.
“The coalition rarely takes a position on city, state, or county initiatives,” said Lauralee Asch, Coalition PAC President, “This measure is unique because of its impact on city employees and where we work. There are no exemptions for the repair or renovation of existing facilities, specifically, in the event of a natural disaster or earthquake, but also for routine operations. Further these matters would be decided every two years, unless the city funded a special election.” Asch added “The way the measure is written, it leaves more questions than it answers and will create more problems than it solves.”
The Coalition of Santa Monica City Employees PAC conducted a multi-step endorsement process, including a questionnaire and in-person interviews. The Coalition PAC represents over 1,600 city employees organized into ten separate associations and unions. The Coalition is comprised of non-sworn employees in all City departments, including: Public Works, Community & Cultural Services, Human Resources, Planning & Community Development, Police Department, Housing & Economic Development, Rent Control, Library, City Attorney’s Office, Finance, Information Systems, Fire and Big Blue Bus. City employees provide valuable services to residents, businesses and visitors of Santa Monica on a daily basis.
For all PAC related communication, please email us at contact@csmce.org.
NEWS: September 15, 2016
Coalition of Santa Monica City Employees PAC stands with
Mayor Tony Vasquez, and Councilmembers Ted Winterer,
Gleam Davis, Terry O’Day for Re-Election.
This week, the Coalition of Santa Monica City Employees PAC endorsed each of the four incumbent city councilmembers seeking re-election to the Santa Monica City Council. Mayor Tony Vasquez, Mayor Pro Tempore Ted Winterer, Councilmembers Gleam Davis and Terry O’ Day won the endorsements after a day of interviews with selected candidates whom had completed the Coalition’s endorsement questionnaire.
“While our individual associations continue to negotiate through the challenges of the day, we as a Coalition strongly believe that our current Mayor, Mayor Pro Tem and City Council members are best equipped to lead the City forward,” said Lauralee Asch, Coalition PAC President.
Asch added, “It was clear that as a team, our City Council is focused on relieving traffic, making smart planning and land use decisions, reducing homelessness. Mayor Vasquez, Councilmembers Ted Winterer, Gleam Davis, and Terry O’ Day are the best choice for renters, homeowners, and the city employees who deliver the services.”
The Coalition of Santa Monica City Employees PAC conducted a multi-step endorsement process, including a questionnaire and in-person interviews. The Coalition PAC represents over 1,600 city employees organized into ten separate associations and unions. The Coalition is comprised of non-sworn employees in all City departments, including: Public Works, Community & Cultural Services, Human Resources, Planning & Community Development, Police Department, Housing & Economic Development, Rent Control, Library, City Attorney’s Office, Finance, Information Systems, Fire and Big Blue Bus. City employees provide valuable services to residents, businesses and visitors of Santa Monica on a daily basis.
Why YOU should get involved in the CSMCE Political Action Committee
Our collective futures: The PAC helps candidates get elected who are committed to making sure residents continue to receive the services they count on by long-term employees who take pride in our City.
Strength in numbers: The strength of our Coalition rests within our membership. The more members we have – the more resources we have to impact the issues which are import to us.
Wages, hours, and working conditions: It is well documented that workers whom are organized, earn more and enjoy better benefits.
For all PAC related communication, please email us at contact@csmce.org.
