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- Written by: Tom McFarling
A recent article spoke about a $10,000 individual contribution to the campaign by his neighbor, Peter Luchetti. When asked about his contribution, Mr. Luchetti responded by saying his only motivation was due to his “long-time friendship and respect” for his neighbor.
Now, really. Are the voters of the District 1 expected to just leave it at that?
Mr. Luchetti states that he has no interest in developing his land. Well, that may be true – for now. But Mr. Comstock has let us all know about his plans for growth in Middletown and the Highway 29 corridor. He’s also let us know about his devotion to private property rights, which one is led to believe are the rights to develop.
And now, one large property owner is making a huge contribution that accounts for almost a third of Comstock’s’ total war chest – and we are supposed to swallow the story that it’s just out of loyalty and long-term friendship?
Voters, smell the coffee here. We deserve better explanations and are due more honesty than this.
Tom McFarling lives in Lower Lake.
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- Written by: Ron Minudri
Supervisorial candidate Susanne La Faver and her supporters have been making some pretty strong statements against Jim Comstock for receiving campaign support from “developers and land owners.” She even called the Lake County Farm Bureau – which supports Comstock – a “special interest group.”
Well, I did a little research and found that Mrs. La Faver’s LARGEST political contributor is Robert Riggs, who has given $7,133 to her campaign.
Now Mr. Riggs is a lawyer who states in his own professional advertising that he “represents developers and land owners.” This fact can be verified by simply viewing Mr. Riggs' Web site, www.katzoffriggs.com and www.katzoffriggs.com/AttorneyProfiles.htm#Riggs.
Talk about the pot calling the kettle black!
I would like Mrs. La Faver to explain why a lawyer who represents big developers is the largest financial supporter of her campaign for supervisor.
Ron Minudri lives in Middletown.
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- Written by: Mike Browning
It is convenient for Ed to try to classify me as a “developer.” In actuality, I am one of the top livestock producers in Lake County, and I am in the top 10 Black Angus seed producers in the state of California. I came to Lake County because I love the rural values and lifestyle that we have here. Agriculture plays a significant role in our local economy, and I put my support behind whichever candidate I believe will work best to preserve sustainability and quality of life.
About three years ago I applied for a 40-lot subdivision in the Middletown area. The Diamond D ranch which I own has a long history of supporting community growth. In fact, Middletown's school athletic fields originally supplied hay for Diamond D cattle. I respect the area plan and have placed pursuit of that development on hold while we wait to see if the proposed location will fall within the community boundaries.
In this election, I have decided that Jim Comstock is the candidate with the best qualifications, historical understanding and vision for the South County.
Rancher Mike Browning lives in Middletown.
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- Written by: Lars Crail
This county needs her leadership and independent thinking to successfully tackle its challenging issues. I have observed her thoughtfulness, sensitivity and honesty as we both participated in agricultural meetings, I as an organic farmer and she as a candidate dedicated to public service.
Susanne has my support; please give her your vote of support.
Lars Crail lives in Kelseyville.
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