Posted on May 16 at 8:25 a.m.

We should be careful what we wish for. The policies of Farr's sponsor for this position Gail Marshall to rezone over 350 square miles of farmland in the name of preservation is the pre-cursor to the kind of development that can be seen in the San Fernando Valley. (Rezone the large ranches 1000 acre plus from current 100 acre parcels (1 home per 100 acres) to 320 or 640 acre (1 home per 320 or 640 acres). This devalues land. If Rancher wants to sell a piece of property to pay some bills, or transfer it to another family member their 1,000 acre ranch just went from 10 potential parcels to 1 or 2 with the new zoning. Rancher ends up selling out to large developer for cheap. Developer petitions county to rezone the property to a much higher density, and that is how you get San Fernando Valley in Santa Ynez and Orange County on Gaviota Coast. Why did this flawed re-zone not go through? Steve Pappas!

Also think that we need to get past looking at how many government jobs someone has had and how many other politicians support them to decide whether or not they are the best candidate for the job.

Smyser has held many city and county positions, however has failed to complete any of the terms. Does this make him qualified?

Doreen was involved in Goleta Cityhood. Goleta's revenue sharing agreement with the county, is considered to be one of the worst negotiations in the State.

Smyser is backed by some of the largest developers around and has received some very large campaign contributions from them.

Carbajal and Capps are pouring their campaign funds into Farr's campaign.

How about voting for a non-partisan like Pappas who is focused on making positive change, and real progress not continuing a decade long power struggle between left and right. I would bet that when it comes to local issues the majority of us whether we live on the coast or in the valley agree on much more than we disagree on. Let's get past this partisan charade, and vote for a candidate who is truly interested in representing the people of the entire district.

On For 3rd District Supervisor: Doreen Farr

Posted on May 16 at 12:30 a.m.

I encourage you to take a closer look at Steve Pappas accomplishments and track record as a community leader. This county does not need more political puppets. We need people that know how to solve problems and work together regardless of political party or idealogical beliefs. I think that many residents are tired of this left/right power struggle bull that results in a lot of wasted time and taxpayer money. If we want to see things get better we need real leaders like Steve Pappas that will look at each issue objectively and make the right decisions. Pappas is not supported by out of town developers, he is not supported by a long list of politicians, he is supported by citizens that have seen him at work as a community leader, school board president, and business owners. He turns things around and solves problems while others are just trying to figure out how to get started. If you are concerned like I am about the current across the board budget cuts that county CEO Mike Brown is making, then you should give serious consideration to electing someone with real executive experience like Steve Pappas.

On For 3rd District Supervisor: Doreen Farr