It’s election season in Santa Monica and for many that means the games are about to begin. Politics in Santa Monica can be quite a spectator sport, especially for those who are deeply involved in it.
But for the average Joe citizen, politics doesn’t mean much. He just wants to make sure his trash is collected and can live in a safe community.
The leading political party, Santa Monicans For Renters Rights, which holds the majority on many city boards, most likely will keep its power.
Its causes are noble and just, but some wonder if basic city issues are lost in bettering society as a whole.
So this week Q-Line wants to know: “What local issues do our elected and appointed officials need to focus on during their campaigns?”
Call (310) 285-8106 with your response before Thursday at 5 p.m. We’ll print them in Friday’s paper. Please limit your comments to a minute or less; it might help to think first about the wording of your response.
Originally published in the Santa Monica Daily Press print edition on August 29, 2002. Read the original PDF.