'Suzy' Evans for State Assembly

I am happy to see that Kathleen "Suzy" Evans who ran for LA city controller against Wendy Greuel and Nick Patsaouras, is now running for the state assembly seat of the 40th district which is currently held by Bob Blumenfield. More now then ever, we need people with the energy and motivation to get things done and I believe Suzy Evans has those qualities. It's time to get our state back on track.

tis the season!

Once again the holidays are here and along with the demands of family, the gift buying and holiday parties there's the criminal element that seems to come out at this time of year that takes the joy out of the season. I realize that crime doesn't take a holiday, but at this time of the year it seems to increase. And nothing brings that to someone's attention more then when it happens to a friend, family member or yourself. Recently a friend from Sherman Oaks was followed from her bank to a local place of business and robbed. And I recently had the unpleasant experience someone trying to cause a accident by stopping in front of me, trying to get me to rear end them. Lucky for me I have good brakes and was able to stop just inches from their car. And the driver behind me was able to take evasive action. Yes, it seems to be that time of year again, so take care!

Good news!

Heard on the news this morning that the free/low cost spay/neutering program has been re-instated!

e-mail your city council person!

If you are upset with the decision to end the free and low cost spay/neutering program, a decision made by Ed Boks manager of the Dept of Animal services, then contact your city council either by phone or e-mail and ask them to have this program re-instated.

councilmember.reyes@lacity.org
councilmember.greuel@lacity.org
councilmember.zine@lacity.org
councilmember.weiss@lacity.org
councilmember.cardenas@lacity.org
councilmember.alarcon@lacity.org
councilmember.parks@lacity.org
councilmember.wesson@lacity.org
councilman.rosendahl@lacity.org
councilmember.smith@lacity.org
councilmember.garcetti@lacity.org
councilmember.huizar@lacity.org
councilmember.hahn@lacity.org

Pinching pennies - throwing away Dollar$$$$$

The decision of the Ed Boks the manager of the city's department of Animal Services, to suspend the program for free or discounted spay and neutering program is akin to pinching pennies and throwing away dollar$$$. While it may cost more to offer free or discounted services to pet owners in the short term, it will save taxpayers' dollars in the long term. Anyone with common sense knows that prevention is key to decreasing the number of animals that show up in the city shelters. Please call your city council members today and urge them to re-instate this vital program!

where are the approx. 46,000 provisional ballots ?

If your ballot was among the approx. 46,000 provisional ballots that still haven't been counted you can call the City Clerk at 1-213-978-0444. Many of those votes come from Council District 5 where Suzy Evans should have received numerous votes along with Walter Moore.
I also understand people can go to watch the tally being done. The hours are between 8-5.

post election

I really am disappointed in the fact that Villiaraigosa will continue to be the photo op mayor of LA instead of a qualified candidate such as Walter Moore. However despite the dismal voter turn out, Walter Moore didn't do bad - 26.27% of the votes. And yes Villiaraigosa had 55.56% but it was not the sweeping victory the news media had tooted and less then the 60% or more they had predicted.
see ELECTION NIGHT RESULTS (UNOFFICIAL)

While Kathleen Suzy Evans didn't win the controller seat, she did come in second over Nick Patsaouras who was better known. Quite a achievement and it shows you how hard this lady can work for something she believes in.

Kudos to both Moore and Evans as well as David Berger and Harry "Craig" Wilson for stepping up to the plate and working hard to change the city of Los Angeles. And kudos to those who got out and voted for them. We need more like them.

Election Day is here!

Today is the day to take control and pick who is going to run the city of LA for the next four years! Instead of Villaraigosa who has no interest in the city of LA other then using it for a spring board for Governor, why not vote for some one who really cares about being mayor - Walter Moore! the choice is simple - Villaraigosa the photo-op mayor or Walther Moore who will be a Mayor! As for controller Kathleen "Suzy" Evans is the best person for the job.

Now is the time to put your voting privilege to work and get to the polls! Every vote counts and yes you can make a difference!

Less then 90 years later.....

I keep reading that the prediction for voter turn out for the election on March 3rd will be very low, even less then the previous election 4 years ago. It seems most of the people living in LA don't care who runs their city which is very sad. In fact they don't seem to even care about the fact that there is a possibility of the present mayor Villaraigosa - if re-elected- will bail on his responsibilities to the city of Los Angeles to run for Governor of Calif. next year. Why would you settle for that when you have qualified candidates such as Walter Moore?

What is even more tragic is the fact among those who will fail to exercise their right to vote in this election are women. How soon people forget that less then 90 years ago women in the US did not have the right to vote.
On Aug. 26, 1920, the 19th Amendment granted the ballot to American women.
And of the three people running for the office of city controller, two are women - Wendy Greuel and Kathleen "Suzy" Evans!
Bottom line is if you don't get out and vote things won't change. If you are a register voter and can't figure out where your polling place is you can call: 1-888-873-1000 or 1-213-978-0444 or go to: http://lavote.net/locator/

French Dip & Mayor debate

I have to say that Steve Lopez's attempt to get Villaraigosa to debate with other opponents for mayor is a unique one even if Villaraigosa didn't think it was worth his time. Too bad, which makes one wonder, just what is he afraid of????
Not even a French dip sandwich contest can lure Mayor Villaraigosa to debate
March 1, 2009


Just one more reason to vote for Walter Moore! At least he's not afraid to show up. God knows where Villaraigosa will be two weeks after the election if he wins. Probably out trying to raise money and votes for his shot at governor, now that's a scary thought!

Kathleen "Suzy" Evans on KABC news!

Kathleen "Suzy" Evans will be on KABC news tonight (Feb. 27th) at 6 pm!

TV ads!

I'm happy to see some TV ads for Walter Moore and I'm seeing more and more signs for Moore as well! It's interesting how Villaraigosa is avoiding debating Moore or any of the other candidates running for the mayor's office. Villaraigosa would have everyone believe he's the only candidate running for office but he certainly isn't the only one running! I hope March 3rd the people of LA vote in a new mayor, one who will be a mayor for positive change.

March 3rd is only a few days away!

Don't let the opportunity to vote for change slip away. If you haven't made up your mind there is still time. Kathleen "Suzy" Evans who is running for city controller will be on the Kevin James show tonight at 9:15, 870AM.

Why I like Kathleen "Suzy" Evans for controller

If you want to know why I like this candidate for controller, listen to this interview on Feb. 9th on KPCC. Out of the three - Kathleen "Suzy" Evan,Wendy Greuel and Nick Patsaouras, running for this position, she is the only one who relates to the every day person, those who work and pay taxes.

Don't forget the controller 's office in March!

Isn't it time for a fresh outlook? The controller's office needs someone with a fresh perspective and in touch with the needs of everyday people. Out of the three candidates, Wendy Greuel, Nick Patsaouras and Kathleen "Suzy" Evans, I feel Kathleen "Suzy" Evans is more in touch with the people of LA. Her background and experience as a businesswoman makes her a perfect candidate. I strongly urge you to vote for her.

Los Angeles City Attorney

There are 5 gentleman running for the office of Los Angeles City Attorney.
The candidates are:
Micheal Amerian, David Berger, Carmen Trutanich, Noel Weiss and Jack Weiss.

The media seems to be making this race between just 2 of the candidates: Jack Weiss and Carmen Trutanich. After looking over their record, I don't like either of them.

So that leaves us with the 3 others on the ballot, all of whom look like quality candidates. This was a tough one for me, but after doing some research I like David Berger best for City Attorney. Visit his website and take a look at his blog too to see what I mean.

“sanctuary city” status = discrimination

The more I look at Walter Moore's website, the more I am impressed with him versus the present mayor Villaraigosa. I agree with Walter Moore about ending the “sanctuary city” status of Los Angeles. Over the past three years I have seen more and more 'day labors' to the point I no longer feel comfortable going to places like Home depot.

Even going to the cemetery has become a challenge due to the number of 'street vendors' hocking flowers along the side of the street leading to the cemetery on the weekends. Forest Lawn in the Hollywood Hills area is a nightmare. I don't know how many times I narrowly escaped a accident because I had to dodge the cars in front of me when someone decided to stop and buy flowers from these people.

Forest Lawn does sell flowers as well as local flower shops, markets and you can get some good deals at the Studio City farmer's market on Sunday. And they aren't any more expensive then what the 'road side vendor' is asking.

The road side vendors pay no rent like the legitimate businesses because they are using public property to carry out their business. They do not have a business license to sell and they pay no taxes! Isn't it unfair to those who obey the city laws, pay for licenses, rent a building or space, pay for utilities and pay taxes? The “sanctuary city” status is discrimination against legitimate business owners.

Another term?

I am very disappointed in Villaraigosa's performance in office. Instead of seeing improvements in Los Angeles, things seem to be going backwards. I see Villaraigosa on TV a lot but I don't find much substance in what he has to say. It's like he just showed up for a photo op and nothing else. If he is elected to another term I hate to think of what will happen.

I have looked at Walter Moore's website and he seems to make sense.
WalterMooreForMayor.com
Los Angeles was once a desirable place to live but not any more. Isn't it time to give someone else a chance to turn this city around and go forwards not backwards?

Does anyone care about the upcoming election???

I haven't seen any thing on the TV news regarding the upcoming elections for the city of Los Angeles. In fact I even bought the LA Times on Sunday and if there was anything about it I must have missed it. Does anyone care that Villaraigosa isn't the only one running for mayor, that there are others such as Walter Moore?

And what about city controller? Besides Wendy Greuel and Nick Patsaouras, there is Kathleen Suzy Evans. Isn't it time to concentrate on local issues and the people who will be handling them?

Welcome to My Blog

Hi, I'm Patricia. This blog is specifically designed to discuss the city elections this year.

I am concerned with the way things are going in Los Angeles, the lack of positive change, and the lack of news media attention for qualified candidates.
Examples are those that are running for Los Angeles City Mayor, Controller and City Attorney.

Please feel free to share your comments on these important races.