The following are issues about which Elizabeth Lewis & Family

I believe you should know the facts.

Fiscal Accountability
and Responsibility
My opponent says that he wants to
“keep up the financial progress of the
past six years.” But the next Council-
member needs to be aware of what
the financial situation looks like down
the road as well as look back to see if
the financial footing is indeed solid.
That is what I have done, and here is
–-Elizabeth Lewis
FACTS
• Revenue has exceeded projections due to increased assessment of
property values, property taxes and building department permits, fees,
and business licenses.
• Town recently benefited from a substantial rebate from the State for
over-withheld property tax revenue from the 1990’s.
• There is approximately $200,000 in Business License fees that must be
refunded, and more than $800,000 that should be allocated to the
– Building Department to relocate from their temporary trailers.

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what I have found: – Reserve Fund will very shortly be reduced by more than $1,000,000 to correct errors.

Frivolous Lawsuits
My opponent has a record of
supporting wasteful lawsuits:
FACTS
• Lawsuit Against Sequoia Union School District cost Atherton $58,000 in
legal fees. My opponent states in the Almanac “the Town had no choice”
but to sue the District. The Editor of the Almanac in 2006 said, “It is a
shame that the Council allowed this “NIMBY” lawsuit to proceed.
• Lawsuit Against Property Rights regarding a resident wishing to relocate
two urns from one property to another property in Atherton. My
opponent supported the Lindenwood Homes Association’s appeal of the
Planning Commission’s permission to allow the resident to relocate
the urns under the Heritage Artifact Ordinance regulations. This resulted
in a lawsuit costing the Town over $200,000 in legal fees. A
Superior Court Judge chastised the Town saying it acted “capriciously”
and should pay a portion of the resident’s legal fees.

Field Usage
I support organized youth sports
activities and their ability to use
FACTS
• My opponent has confronted young football players during practice
Menlo Atherton High School fields: telling them to vacate the fields, and his supporters have used
intimidating behavior to prevent these youths from using the
public fields.

As a General Plan Committee member since 2006 I have made balanced decisions:

• I supported limits on construction time and a construction operation plan (COP) for job sites to help minimize
the impact of new home construction.
• I voted for the implementation of Green Building guidelines to help preserve our environment.
• I voted to overturn the 2002 decision to prohibit basements under accessory structures.
• I voted against the controversial Historic Artifact Ordinance and suggested that a non-profit, volunteer
foundation be established. I lost this vote and consequently the Town is in a costly lawsuit.

It is clear that Atherton needs new leadership– I am running to change the tone of local politics. I have
the experience, demeanor and breadth of knowledge necessary to bring a voice of reason and change to the
Town Council.

To learn more about me, log onto my website: www.elizabeth2008.com.

FACT Voters should know that my opponent would be “more of the same.”

–Elizabeth Lewis
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ATHERTON COUNCIL

Atherton Neighbors for Elizabeth Lewis

99 Alejandra Avenue
Atherton, CA 94027
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FACT:
Elizabeth Lewis
is endorsed by 5 former
Atherton Mayors.

Atherton Neighbors for Elizabeth Lewis

Alan Carlson, Former Mayor Terri Watters Jhah Berk
Didi Fisher, Former Mayor Joe & Gina Andrighetto Laurie & Rod Shepard
John Fisher, Former Mayor Cliff Lavine Alison Ross
Nan Chapman, Former Mayor Natalie & Joe Comartin Lori & Steve Bouret
Chris Cobey, Former Mayor Betsy & Tom Glikbarg Doug Kaewert
Sheri Shenk Member, Public Safety Comm. Diane & Patrick Kelvie
Past President, Friends of the Library Courtney & Michael Charney Carol S. Spieker
John Shenk Missy & Jeffrey Morris Lynnie & Rich Dewey
Chris McDonnell Jillian Manus-Salzman & Alan Salzman Meg & David Fried
Patty & Mark Davis Laurie & Rich Bassin Georgenne & Mel Kerwin
Kristina & Mike Homer Michelle & Dave Dollinger Heidi & Dave Welch
Bob Jenkins William Grindley Susan & Marshall Mohr
Member, Environmental Programs Comm. Jan & Neil Rasmussen Nancy Sterling
Director, Atherton Civic Interest League Bill Hoy Michelle Swenson
Carolyn Jenkins Rhoda & David Herron Terri Kerwin
Rose Hau Sharon Meers & Steve Dostart
Former Member, General Plan Brian Cairney
Comm./Planning Comm. Ian Lewis Tracey & Brian Avery
Rob Faisant, Former City Attorney Carol & Clay Del Secco Jean & Arthur Krakower
Nancy Faisant Candi & Nick Athens Marianne & Alan Austin
Lainie & George Garrick Suzanne & Bill Shaw Chris Cobey
Carolyn & Scott Feamster Katherine & Jeff Wise James Alexander
Carol & John Flaherty Pat & Larry Briscoe Mary & James Drake
Lee & Bill Schroeder Jim Massey Rahim Zadeh
Former Chair, Parks & Rec. Comm. Virginia & Bob Procter
Dolly & Tom Colby
Judy Massey Danielle Donahue Paye
Cynthia & John Lovewell
Catherine & Eric Lamb John Paye
Connie & Stuart Weisman
Sandy & Dave Levison Linda Lynch
Janis & Bob Mondin
Charlie Hays Katayoun & Rafi Bamdad
Dena & John Denniston
Kristina & Gary Gavello Carol & Peter Grassi
Valerie Gardner
Member, Environmental Programs Comm. Ron & Karen Johnson Carol Boyden
Libby & Burgess Jamieson Charlot Singleton Mitra & Mathew Zaheri
Julie Brody Kathy & Gary Swart Antoinette Michael
Bonnie & Joe Morey Susan Akbarpour Virginia Chang Kiraly
Clary & Dean Riskas Margaret & John Worthing Member, California Commission for
Eileen & Andy Holtvedt Terri & Henry Bullock Economic Development
Robin & Phil Taylor Pam & Newt Yaeger Friends for a Better Atherton
Leslie & Charlie King Brenda & Wade Woodson Silicon Valley Association of Realtors
Faraj Aalaei

Elizabeth ATHERTON COUNCIL

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