League of Women Voters of California Education Fund
Los Angeles County, CA March 5, 2013 Election
	Josh Post Answers Questions Candidate for Council Member; City of Los Angeles; District 13

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Questions & Answers

1. What do you think is the single most important issue facing the City of Los Angeles today? As Council Member, what would you do to deal with it?

Infrastructure degradation. We need to focus on street and sidewalk repair and quality-of-life issues that affect residents on a daily basis. We must find funding sources to modernize our city infrastructure. We can increase revenue by becoming a more business-friendly city, which will create jobs and tax revenue.

2. The City Administrative Officer has estimated a $200M budget shortfall for 2013-2014 increasing to $300M in 2015-2016. What steps do you propose to deal with this problem, and how much do you estimate each step would reduce the shortfall?

I would start by examining consultant fees and wasteful spending. I believe there are many ways in which we can be frugal yet efficient and effective as a city government.

3. Do you support the ballot measure to increase the sales tax in the city?

No

4. What role do you feel the City of Los Angeles has to play in addressing climate change? Please explain in terms of what you as a city councilmember would have the power to do.

To curb L.A.'s addiction to the automobile, we need to focus on smart planning to create sustainable, walkable communities to get people out of their cars. We also need to strive to be the nation's leader in solar energy and water conservation and water recycling.

5. How would you prioritize your local constituency versus the City as a whole when acting as a Council Member?

I would represent District 13 residents and would give my constituents priority. Even when dealing with citywide issues, I would hope to get feedback and guidance from my own constituents on these issues.

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