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Alameda County, CA June 7, 2005 Election
 Smart Voter Jerry T. Thorne, P.E.

Candidate for
Council Member; City of Pleasanton

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Biographical Highlights
  • Occupation: Retired Environmental Engineer
  • Parks and Recreation Commissioner since 1995, Elected Chair for 2 terms.
  • Vice Chair of Pleasanton Energy Committee
  • Coauthored a successful Initiative that preserves a portion of Bernal Property for Lighted Sports Fields for our kids.
  • Bachelor's Degree from the University of Tennessee
  • Over 35 Years as Professional Environmental Engineer and 26 years a multi-function Manager with Fortune 500 Co.
  • Member of 2010 Agricultural Lands and Open Space Committee
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Top Priorities if Elected
  • TRAFFIC CONGESTION PROBLEMS IN PLEASANTON MUST BE SOLVED.
  • Completion of a Comprehensive General Plan Update that reflects decisions that are in the best interest of the entire community.
  • A focus on providing a Teen Center, Cultural Arts Center, additional affordable housing, lighted sports fields and other high priority facilities.
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Key Endorsements
  • Matt Campbell
  • Juanita Haugen
  • Kathy Narum
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Position Papers
Traffic Congestion and Quality of Life in Pleasanton.
Traffic congestion problems in Pleasanton MUST be solved.
Inclusionary Process and City Council Working Environment
We must continue to strive to create a working environment at the City Council level that includes all of our citizens and embraces the principles of "Community of Character".
Cultural Arts Improvements
We must improve the availability of Cultural Arts facilities and programs for all of our citizens.
 
Campaign Contact Information
Website: http://www.thorneforcouncil.com
E-mail: jtthorne2002@yahoo.com


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