Official Ballot Statement

Jeff Ira	Age: 42
Occupation: Certified Public Accountant

Education & Qualifications:

EVERYTHING BUT LEADERSHIP!

Redwood City has so much to offer, but its problems don't get solved. The
solutions that were promised in the last three elections have not been
addressed. Leadership is more than tax and spend. Anyone can write a check, but
it takes a true leader to obtain the best value for the money spent. I will
take action! Using my strong business background; my experience as a CPA, whose
firm handles government audits; and my common sense leadership abilities, I
will improve Redwood City. I will critique the way our City is running and make
changes.

I will make sure that we:

*  Enforce codes to improve the image and appearance of Redwood City 
*  Encourage new business development 
*  Find solutions to traffic problems 
*  Make the community safer 
*  Improve parks

I have the knowledge about budgeting and fiscal responsibility our City
desperately needs to avoid foolish spending. I will make practical decisions
and take action to ensure change.

Let me share my experience and knowledge. I will commit my time to you, the
citizens, to take Redwood City into the millennium as a thriving community.

I would appreciate your vote.
/s/ Jeff Ira

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