In one of the Bay Area’s best-run cities, voters should stick with incumbents when they have the option
Sunnyvale deserves credit for being one of the best-run municipalities in the Bay Area. It’s a key reason why the city’s voters should stick with incumbents when they have the option.
In District 6, where Councilmember Omar Din is not seeking reelection, voters should replace him with Eileen Le, a member of the Sunnyvale School District board. The city has unusual term limits for its elected leaders. They can serve a maximum of three consecutive four-year terms, which can include no more than two terms as mayor or two terms as a councilmember.
In a city considered one of the safest in the area, Klein and the rest of the council, except for Melton, prudently decided to take the more-measured route for now — and to let the city manager and public safety chief determine how best to allocate the new positions. That decision was in keeping with the city’s successful philosophy of maintaining flexibility with its public safety workers.Klein for mayor and Melton, who faced a weak opponent, for a council seat.
Three candidates are vying to replace him. Only one has elective office experience. That’s Le, a member of the school board who appreciates that the city is financially well-run. She wants to push for more transportation options, including, for example, crosstown bike lanes on quiet streets and more bus options.Editorial: California’s Prop. 4 favors politics over sound policy. Vote no.
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