John Tavaglione

Budget Issues ............................................................................................... 2 Business and Consumer Issues .................................................................... 2 Campaign Finance Issues............................................................................. 3 Choice Issues ............................................................................................... 3 Crime & Public Safety Issues ...................................................................... 3 Economic and Financial Issues .................................................................... 4 Education Issues .......................................................................................... 5 Energy Issues ............................................................................................... 5 Environmental Issues ................................................................................... 5 Ethics Issues ................................................................................................. 5 Foreign Policy Issues Iraq, Afghanistan, Iran, North Korea .................... 6 Gay and Lesbian Issues ................................................................................ 6 Gun Issues .................................................................................................... 6 Health Care Issues ....................................................................................... 6 Immigration and Border Issues .................................................................... 6 Israel............................................................................................................. 6 Labor and Working Family Issues ............................................................... 7 Other Social Issues....................................................................................... 9 Senior Issues ................................................................................................ 9 Social Issues ................................................................................................. 9 Political Issues ............................................................................................. 9 Tax Issues .................................................................................................. 11 Tea Party .................................................................................................... 11 Transportation Issues ................................................................................. 11

Clips of Interest
On the Economy Its Only Natural That Were Going to Suffer a Little Bit More In 2012, on the economy Tavaglione said its only natural that were going to suffer a little bit more. Its not coming back as quickly as any of us would like. We grew so rapidly in the mid-2000s so its only natural that were going to suffer a little bit more, he said. But well get back and well be stronger when we do get back because were making structural changes (to the budget). [Press Enterprise, 3/28/12]

Biographical Issues
Served on the Riverside County Board of Supervisors Since 1994 In 2012, Tavaglione served on the Riverside County Board of Supervisors since 1994. [Press-Enterprise,
2/20/12]

Budget Issues
Advocated for Forcing State to Pay for City Costs Rather Than County Delaying Payment Due Date In 2012, Tavaglione sought to postpone actions to formally pen a deal that would allow the City of Wildomar to delay paying money it owes the county. sought to postpone any action on allowing Wildomar to defer payment of nearly $1.8 million owed the county until the end of the current fiscal year to see whether the state takes any action on Senate Bill 89. The bill stripped the city of its vehicle license fee revenues. We cant let the state off the hook, Tavaglione said, noting that it might send the wrong message to legislators if the county acts too early to accommodate the cities. [Lakeelsinore-Wildomar Patch, 3/27/12] Requested Funding Through Community Improvement Designation Fund Which Faced Increased Scrutiny In 2012, it was reported that Supervisor John Tavaglione requested funding through the Community Improvement Designation Fund, the funding for which was divided evenly among the five supervisors and used to pay for neighborhood projects, fund nonprofits and bolster other government agencies. The fund faced increased scrutiny due budget shortfalls The Riverside County supervisors requested funding through the Community Improvement Designation Fund, The Riverside Community College District got $125,000 at the request of Supervisor John Tavaglione and another $250,000 the request of Supervisor Bob Buster. [Press-Enterprise, 1/15/12]

Business and Consumer Issues

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Campaign Finance Issues

Takano Jumped Ahead of Republican Tavaglione in Fourth Quarter 2011 Fundraising In 2012, Takano jumped ahead of Republican John Tavaglione in fundraising. Between Oct. 1 and Dec. 31, 2011, Democrat Mark Takano collected $125,472, and Tavaglione raised $87,345. We feel confident that our strong fundraising support will continue and that we will have the resources necessary to win this election in November, Takano said in a statement. [Press-Enterprise, 1/31/12]

Choice Issues Crime & Public Safety Issues

Absent from Vote on Grants for Programs Aimed at Reducing Domestic Violence and Human Trafficking In March 2012, Tavaglione was absent from a vote on two requests by the sheriff for federal grants in support of programs aimed at reducing domestic violence and human trafficking. On a 4-0 vote, Riverside County supervisors approved Sheriff Stan Sniffs applications for a U.S. Justice Department Arrest Policies and Enforcement of Protection Orders Program grant and an Enhanced Collaborative Model to Combat Human Trafficking Program grant. [Desert Sun, 3/20/12] Said he Was Happy About $100 Million Jail System Expansion In March 2012, Tavaglione said he was very happy but not surprised about the states decision to award Riverside County $100 million to expand the jail system and ease prisoner crowding, Sheriff Stan Sniff announced Thursday. [Press-Enterprise, 3/8/12] Riverside County Was Forced to Release 600 Inmates Since January Alone Tavaglione Opposed a Plan to Build a Regional Jail in Whitewater In 2012, although Riverside County officials received $100 million to expand the jail system and ease overcrowding, Riverside County had to release more than 600 inmates early since January alone. Tavaglione said he didnt support building a regional jail on 140 acres in Whitewater. I think we need to look at all our options with Whitewater not in the picture, he said. We need to respect the feelings of the people there. Tavaglione said supervisors will have to decide how to match the state grant. Thankfully were getting our deficit in order, he said. (But) $10 million doesnt come easily right now. Well find it somewhere. [Press-Enterprise, 3/8/12] Said Three-Person Fire Engine Staffing Necessary for Public Safety

In 2012, it was reported that the Board of Supervisors established three-person fire engine staffing as the norm in 2000. According to Chairman John Tavaglione, three-person staffing was established then when he realized that it was necessary for public safety. [Lake Elsinore Wildomar Patch, 1/24/12]

Development Issues
Absent from Vote on Controversial Planned Expansion of Retail Space and Parking In March 2012, the Riverside County Board of Supervisors voted 4-0 with Chairman John Tavaglione absent to adopt findings of an environmental assessment that the expansion will have no negative impact on the area, clearing the way for development, in spite of concerns about higher traffic volume at the Cabazon shopping mall, which abuts Interstate 10. A brief debate preceded the vote, inspired by area homeowner Richard Whitman, who complained that the shopping center, with its 130 outlets, often made life miserable for residents, particularly during the Christmas shopping season. [Desert Sun, 3/20/12]

Economic and Financial Issues

Supported $275,546 Annual Pay Check for New Riverside County Executive Officer In 2012, Tavaglione voted in favor of new Riverside County Executive Officer Jay Orrs $275,546 annual salary. [Valley News, 4/17/12] On the Economy Its Only Natural That Were Going to Suffer a Little Bit More In 2012, on the economy Tavaglione said its only natural that were going to suffer a little bit more. Its not coming back as quickly as any of us would like. We grew so rapidly in the mid-2000s so its only natural that were going to suffer a little bit more, he said. But well get back and well be stronger when we do get back because were making structural changes (to the budget). [Press Enterprise, 3/28/12] Backed New Chief Executive Officer for Riverside County, Jay Orr In 2012, Tavaglione touted the new chief executive officer for Riverside County, Jay Orr. Jay has played an important role in helping the county recover from the recession and meet our budget goals, said board Chairman John Tavaglione. Hes the best choice for the job and the kind of person the county needs to help us meet the challenges we face in the future. [Lakeelsinore-Wildomar Patch, 4/10/12] Touted Commercializing Innovations at UCR In 2012, Tavaglione touted the University of California Riverside (UCR) and the Innovation Economy Corporation efforts to commercialize research. Riverside company that plans to commercialize his research focused on using mobile devices, such as cell phones, to detect harmful airborne substances in real-time was featured as t a ceremony.

John Tavaglione, chairman of the Riverside County Board of Supervisors, said: This ceremony is yet another example of way Riverside County has become a global leader in innovative business growth.
[phys.org, 4/4/12]

Touted Potential Investment in UC Riverside Medical School In 2012, the Riverside County supervisors was scheduled to consider pledging $15 million in support for the UC Riverside medical school between now and 2020. The money would be in addition to $5 million the county gave the university last year, raising the total amount of aid to $20 million. The campus was hoping to open in the fall. This is probably the most important proposal for our community in decades, Board of Supervisors Chairman John Tavaglione said in a written statement. The economic value and the benefits to health care in our community are immense, and we are committed to making the school a reality. [North County Times, 4/8/12]

Education Issues Energy Issues

Absent from Vote on Retaining Law Firm to Defend Riverside County in Suit Filed by Solar Energy Companies In March 2012, the Board of Supervisors retained a Costa Mesa-based law firm Tuesday to defend Riverside County in a lawsuit filed by solar energy companies, which are challenging the validity of fees the county intends to impose on them. In a 4-0 vote, with Chairman John Tavaglione absent, the board appropriated $300,000 for a contract with Murphy & Evertz LLP. Half of the money will be available in the current fiscal year. [Desert Sun, 3/20/12] Proposed Landfill Gas Fueled Waste to Energy Project In 2011, John Tavaglione proposed a 1 MW landfill gas fuelled waste to energy project featuring a gas turbine en qgine. The project was passed by the Riverside County Board of Supervisors. [Waste Management
World, 12/5/11]

Note: Look at who was awarded contract.

Environmental Issues Ethics Issues

Impressed with Work of Riverside County Lobbyists

In 2012, Tavaglione said he was impressed by the work of Riverside County lobbyists, but noted some are better than others. The Board of Supervisors voted to open up bidding lobbying contracts with Cline & Duplissea, Michael Y. Corbett & Associates and Nielson, Merksamer, Parrinello, Gross & Leoni for a $395,526 contract. [Valley News, 2/28/12] Claimed He was Not in Office for Own Special Interests Tavaglione was asked about his reputation for representing his constituents, not special interests. He said he was in office to represent the people and not just one segment of the people. We cant be going for our own special interests, for us. Im going because I want to turn it around and Im doing it for the people that put me in office. [SoCalCEO2, 8:00, 2/15/12]

Foreign Policy Issues Iraq, Afghanistan, Iran, North Korea Gay and Lesbian Issues Gun Issues Health Care Issues Immigration and Border Issues Israel Job Issues
Said He had Unique Insight into Battling Unemployment Because of Private Sector Background In 2012, in an interview with SoCal CEO, Tavaglione stated he had a distinctive insight into ways to fight the dilemma of widespread unemployment, since he came from a private sector background. He touted his record and said he helped to bring tens of thousands of valuable jobs to the region, and over $1 billion in new investment. Despite these efforts and accomplishments, Tavaglione concedes Jobs and unemployment by far are the most critical [problems] at this point in our region and weve got to get people back to work. [PrWeb.com, 2/22/12] Proposed Regional Incentives to Encourage Businesses to Set Up Manufacturing Bases In 2012, in an interview with SoCal CEO, Tavaglione proposed regional incentives in order to encourage businesses to set up manufacturing bases. He said the district had many unique resources to offer, such as

more foreign trade zones, export solutions, and resources for goods and services than any other area in the U.S. We need to recognize what a goldmine we have here in the inland Southern California region, and be more positive, urged Tavaglione. [PrWeb.com, 2/22/12] Would Adopt Export-Friendly Attitude In 2012, in an interview with SoCal CEO, Tavaglione said that he hoped to share the successes Riverside County has experienced by adopting an export-friendly attitude in order to bring further business into the region, and encourage other areas of the U.S. to adopt similar tactics. [PrWeb.com, 2/22/12] Called on Local Businesses to Promote Themselves and the Region In 2012, Tavaglione said business owners and residents of Riverside County shouldnt sit around and wait for a Congressional representative to fix the problems their area faces. The more we can talk positive about our region, the better off were going to be, and the quicker well come out of this downturn that weve experienced. Tavaglione implores businesses of any sizeto promote themselves and promote our region. They need to get out and brag about their successes, talk about their challenges, and how those challenges have been overcome. [PrWeb.com, 2/22/12]

Labor and Working Family Issues

Touted Tentative Collective Bargaining Agreement with Unions to Save County Money In 2012, Tavaglione touted tentative collective bargaining agreements with 6,800-member Laborers International Union of North America, Local 777, and 5,600-member Service Employees International Union, Local 721. The Board of Supervisors approved the collective bargaining agreements that would produce what one board member characterized as dramatic savings for the county over the next decade. This is excellent work, Tavaglione said. Because of pension reforms, the agreements are expected to net a little more than $5 million in savings to the county in the next fiscal year -- and around $860 million over the next 10 years, according to county officials. [Valley News, 3/13/12] Praised Labor Agreement In 2012, Riverside County reached a tentative labor agreement with its largest union Laborers International Union of North America (LIUNA). Board of Supervisors Chairman Tavaglione praised the agreement and said it would not have been possible without cooperation. This is what happens when both sides sit down with realistic goals that honestly consider the countys budget picture and the needs of our employees, Tavaglione said. [Temecula Patch, 1/31/12]

Military Issues
Chief of Staff: New Apartment Proposal May be More Favorable Because it is Smaller, Aimed at Veterans

In February 2012, the Riverside County Board of Supervisors was set to vote on an environmental document for a federally funded apartment complex designed for low-income U.S. veterans and their families. In October, the Jurupa Valley City Council rejected a 66-unit low-income apartment complex that Riverside County wanted to build, citing concerns about rezoning the property from commercial to residential and the lack of adequate parking as some of the reasons for denying the project. John Field, chief of staff for Supervisor John Tavaglione, said this project might be more acceptable to Jurupa Valley officials because it is smaller and because it is aimed at military veterans. I cant imagine them saying no to this, Field said. There are so many disabled veterans out there that need help. [Press-Enterprise, 2/26/12]

Mining Issues
Voted Against Granite Constructions Appeal In 2012, Riverside County Board of Supervisors chairman, Tavaglione, voted against Granite Constructions appeal of the denial of controversial proposed Temecula-area quarry. Tavaglione was the swing vote and said he has friends on both sides of the issue and respected Granite. Theres no doubt in my mind this project will create jobs. At some point, no doubt, well need the aggregate, he said, adding that, in the end, there are just too many uncertainties for me. [Press-Enterprise,
2/16/12]

Tavaglione and Riverside County Board of Supervisors Scheduled Vote on Liberty Quarry In February 2012, the Riverside County Board of Supervisors were scheduled to vote on Granite Constructions appeal of the denial of its Liberty Quarry project. Board Chairman John Tavaglione said he expected a decision to be made shortly afterwards. During the meeting, the board members are expected to question experts and county planning staff and offer comments on the controversial project. [North County Times, 2/15/12] Tavaglione Said He Had Not Made Decision on Proposed Strip Mine Near Temecula In 2012, it was reported that the Riverside County board of supervisors completed a third round of public hearings on a proposed strip mine near Temecula, but decided to make a decision later in the week on the project. I have good friends on both sides of the issue, said Board of Supervisors Chairman John Tavaglione. Now I need to take my notes and spend some time on this. The board was scheduled to reconvene at 8:30 a.m. Thursday to debate whether to override a county planning commission decision in September 2011 to reject the 414- acre Liberty Quarry. Granite Construction, the mine operator, advocated for the project before the supervisors. [Village News, 2/14/12] 2011: Tavaglione Received $2,000 Contribution from the Granite Construction PAC for Campaign for Congress

In December 2011, Tavaglione received a $2,000 contribution from the Granite Construction Inc. Employee PAC. [John Tavaglione for Congress, 12/28/11] 2011-2010: Tavaglione Received Three Contributions Totaling $3,500 from Granite Construction Company Date Received Contributor Amount 02/22/2011 Granite Construction Company $1,000 10/13/2010 Granite Construction Company $1,500 03/31/2010 Granite Construction Company $1,000 Total $3,500
[Tavaglione for County Supervisor 2010, Form filed 7/29/11; Tavaglione for County Supervisor 2010, Form filed 1/31/11; Tavaglione for County Supervisor 2010, Form filed 5/25/10]

North County Times Reported Member of the Menifee City Council Came Under Fire After Receiving Campaign Contributions from Developers In April 2011, the North County Times wrote a story highlighting the campaign funds members of the Menifee City Council received from developers seeking support for the Liberty Quarry project. Councilman John Denver came under fire after Public disclosure forms showed that Granite Construction and Liberty Quarry Project Manager Gary Johnson contributed $450 to his campaign account. [North County Times, 4/9/10] Decided Another Quarry Hearing Was Necessary In 2012, after the Riverside County Board of Supervisors held a second public hearing on a proposed a 414-acre strip mine called the Liberty Quarry, the board heard from dozens of speakers, most of them opposed to the quarry over environmental and health concerns. The board Chairman John Tavaglione decided another hearing would be necessary to complete testimony on the project. [Murrieta Patch, 2/6/12]

Other Social Issues Senior Issues Social Issues Political Issues

Campaign Advisor: Tavaglione Focused on Getting Things Done Not Petty Politics In March 2012,Tavagliones campaign adviser, Jim Nygren, said the supervisor has represented portions of the congressional district in some capacity for the last 17 years and more focused on getting things done than engaging in petty politics exactly the type of representative voters say they want.

Hes had support from Democrats and Republicans, Nygren said. [The Republic, 3/16/12] Faced a Tough Road Ahead Due to Democratic Edge in Registration In March 2012, Tavaglione faced a tough road ahead in his race for Californias 41st district congressional seat, according to one of his advisors. Democrats hold the edge in registration in the 41st district, symptomatic of the GOPs slide countywide. I think weve got a tough road ahead of us, former GOP Assemblyman Ted Weggeland, a Tavaglione adviser, told supporters in the room. The Democrats want this seat, theyre going to work hard for it and theyre going to fund it. [The Republic, 3/16/12] Endorsed by Riverside County Young Republicans In March 2012, the Riverside County Young Republicans announced its endorsements for county, state and federal races. Riverside County Supervisor John Tavaglione received an endorsement from the group.
[Press-Enterprise, 3/21/12]

NRCC Robo-Call Targeted Mark Takano In 2012, the NRCC sought to link Democratic candidate Takano with supporters of the stimulus bill through a robo-call campaign. The recording gave Takanos telephone number and asked recipients to contact him to oppose Washington D.C.s big government spending sprees. In 2012, the NRCC released robocalls targeting Takano that attacked him on the failed stimulus. The text of the ad read Hello, Im calling from the National Republican Congressional Committee with an important alert about congressional candidate Mark Takano. Three years ago, Mark Takanos friends in Washington D.C. passed their failed stimulus plan that has paralyzed our economy. [Press-Enterprise,
2/16/12]

Headline: Tavaglione named Elected Official of the Year In February 2012, PublicCEO, an online media organization focused on local government in California, named Riverside County Board of Supervisors Chairman John Tavaglione its elected official of the year. PublicCEO noted that as president of the California State Association of Counties, Tavaglione led the coalitions efforts in 2011 to diminish the detrimental effects of state budget decisions on Californian county governments. Riverside has made difficult and sometimes unpopular choices, such as cutting non-public safety budgets by an average of 25 percent. But those decisions helped the county protect its reserve fund while ensuring the safety of its residents, PublicCEO said. [Press-Enterprise, 2/20/12] Tavaglione Appointed Chairman of the Board of Supervisors In 2011, it was reported that Riverside County Supervisor John Tavaglione was appointed chairman of the Board of Supervisors, a post he last held in 2007. At the beginning of its second-to-last meeting before the Christmas break, the board unanimously approved Tavagliones appointment. Tavaglione had just

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finished a year at the helm of the California State Association of Counties, where his duties included engaging the governor on state actions that impact localities. [Lake Elsinore Wildomar Patch, 12/13/11]

Tax Issues
Republicans Could Take Issue with Candidacy Because He Advocated For Higher Taxes on Sales, Income and Vehicles In 2012, it was reported that some Republicans could take issue with Tavagliones candidacy because he stumped for Gov. Jerry Browns 2010 proposal to ask voters to extend higher taxes on sales, income and vehicles. House Majority Whip Kevin McCarthy dismissed the idea that Tavagliones help for Brown would cause problems among Republicans to support his candidacy. [Press-Enterprise, 1/15/12] Voted to Levy $450 Per-Acre Fee on Solar Projects In 2011, it was reported that Tavaglione voted alongside other Riverside County supervisors to levy a $450 per-acre annual fee on large-scale solar projects in the county. Scott Busa, a Florida-based solar companys executive director, criticized the vote, saying Riverside did itself no favor by adding fees at the level they did. [The Desert Sun, 11/9/11]

Tea Party Trade Issues

Discussed Agriculture Exports with Trade Delegation from China In 2012, Tavaglione sat down with members of a Chinese trade delegation to discuss how to strengthen ties and boost agricultural exports to the People's Republic. Our farmers are exporting record numbers of agricultural products to 67 countries around the globe, and increasing those sales is important in creating jobs here at home for our workforce, said Board of Supervisors Chairman John Tavaglione. Our farmers are creating and sustaining jobs here, he added. They are creating and sustaining jobs in the food processing industry, with our railroads, ports, trucking industry, and our grocery stores. We are proud to be the home of over 1,200 farming operations here in Riverside County. [Valley News, 4/19/12]

Transportation Issues

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