Fellow Citizens, Many of you have been asking about Don Szerlip, who is running for City Council District 3, and where he stands as a candidate. Well, I've had have several great meetings with Don and below are his statements regarding key issues about our city. Don is pro-process for the Heart of the City and feels the citizens should have a say on what happens in the city. If you have any questions regarding our conversations please don't hesitate to call me at 310-650-0264. Tom Conroy, Chairman RBCG

SAFE STREETS AND SAFE NEIGHBORHOODS: The first element in preserving our Quality of Life is keeping our community safe. I will ensure that all our public safety services - police, fire and paramedics - have the resources they need to do their job.

FIGHT FOR NEIGHBORHOOD PRESERVATION: We must balance the need for growth with our right to enjoy peaceful, residential neighborhoods. Our streets should not be used for cut-through traffic and overflow parking. I will fight against projects that are incompatible or out-of-character with our neighborhood.

PROVIDE BETTER EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES: I want to build a strong partnership between the City and the School District to improve our schools and coordinate youth services. By working together, the School District and City could provide our kids with programs that otherwise wouldn't be affordable.

PROTECT OUR TAX DOLLARS: As a business owner, I know how to cut waste and balance a budget. I will insist that the city be run on a business basis with complete accountability. For every tax dollar spent, we must get a dollar's worth of services.

"Redondo Beach has the best Quality of Life in the region. I will not tolerate anything that will destroy the character of our community. I will be open and accessible - and I will always put the Public Interest first. I ask for your vote on May 13th."

Don is supported by the following organizations and individuals:
    > Redondo Beach Firefighters Association
    > Redondo Beach Police Officers Association
    > Redondo Beach Teachers Association
    > Jane Diehl - Redondo Beach School Board
    > Arlene Staich & Carl Clark - Redondo Beach School Board
    > Ann Garten - Former Candidate for City Council, District 3

For those of you who want to contact Don, feel free to call him at: 310-798-2285 or by e-mail at: don@adwerx.net