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San Mateo County, CA June 2, 1998 Primary

County Controller

Candidates (Vote for 1)
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Tom Huening 60,601 votes 57.84%

  • Occupation: Businessman/County Supervisor
  • San Mateo County Board of Supervisors, President 1998, 1993, 1989
  • Debt Limitation Committee, Chair
  • San Mateo County Transit District, SamTrans, Chair 1996, 1997
  • De Paul University, B.A.; LaSalle University, LL.B., California Bar 1995; Pepperdine University, MBA
  • Institute of Internal Auditors, Certified Internal Auditor
  • Created first San Mateo County debt limit policy
Priorities:
  • Provide performance audits as well as fiscal audits.
  • Provide reliable and public-friendly comprehensive financial reports (CAFR).
  • Improve city and school district tax apportionment and allocation.
Gerry R. Trias 43,860 votes 41.86%
  • Occupation: County Controller
  • Bachelor of Business Administration, major in accounting
  • Certified Public Accountant - Gold medal for scoring high in examinations
  • 28 years in Controller's office - past 12 as elected Controller
Priorities:
  • Continue to streamline service delivery
  • Expand audit function to include management audit
  • Continue to update and modernize the Controller's office

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