Official Ballot Statement

	Official Ballot Statement
               Statement of MICHAEL SZYMANSKI, Candidate for
                        City Council Member, Seat 2
   Occupation: Businessman
   Age: 42
   Education and Qualifications:
   
   Juris Doctor, Law Degree, Lincoln Law School; MA, Political Science,
   The Ohio State University, BA, History/Communication Arts, James
   Madison University. Graduate, Leadership Sunnyvale
   
   I have always been interested in how the City Council can improve the
   lives of people in our community. I have seen Sunnyvale grow and
   prosper and I attribute this prosperity to well managed city
   government and a strong city council. It is my desire to be an active
   participant in developing and forming policies which will continue
   this tradition and preserve the character of our community.
   
   Currently, I serve the citizens of Sunnyvale as a Planning
   Commissioner helping develop policies which shape the identity of the
   city. As a Commissioner I have continually sought to improve the
   quality of life for Sunnyvale residents by preventing high density
   development within established neighborhoods when inappropriate. We
   must resist the temptation to redevelop for the sake of redevelopment.
   
   We need to start planning now for the future and not just fixing the
   problems of today. The uncertainty of NASA's commitment to Moffett
   Field represents a concern for all Sunnyvale citizens. The Moffett
   Field Community Advisory Committee has determined several viable uses
   for the land and the council needs to explore these options and take
   the initiative.
   
   To stimulate economic growth, Sunnyvale needs to create and nurture an
   environment conducive for small and large businesses to prosper. I
   will work closely with the city and the business community to attract
   quality businesses.
   
   My wife and I, and our two children live in a great city and it is
   important to give back to that city. I have coached in the youth
   basketball league for ten years, and participated in "Principal for a
   Day" for the past three years at Fremont High School, Stocklmeir and
   Bishop Elementary schools. At Stocklmeir, I was instrumental in having
   the bus driveway closed off, resulting in a safer campus for students.
   
   Sunnyvale needs experienced and responsible leadership. We must pursue
   innovative partnerships between the city, schools and businesses in
   order to maximize benefits for all citizens. I will bring integrity,
   leadership and vision to the Council.
   
   It is my hope that you share my commitment and vision for Sunnyvale.
   Together we can work to make Sunnyvale an even better place to live
   and prosper. Please vote for Michael Szymanski for Seat #2.
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