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2003 Seattle Election Information Primary Election Voters' Guide Art Skolnik
Video Voters Guide Statement of Candidate Click Here to View the You will need Written Voters' Pamphlet Statement Submitted by Candidate I want to bring Seattle back to being known for its compassion and neighborhood character. I want to revive that can-do attitude that doesn't accept thoughtless spending that fails to benefit Seattleites. For 36 years, I have worked hard to make Seattle and Washington a better place to live. I`m a licensed architect working in the areas of land use, historic preservation, community/government relations economic development, property management, and public policy development. I`m a problem solver who consistently supports neighborhood needs. My track record shows a string of successes benefiting the general public. I get results! When I was the Pioneer Square Historic District manager, I helped save that neighborhood from the wrecking ball. I have served on the Queen Anne Community Council, chairing the land-use review committee. As the president of the Mount Baker Community Club Board, I led the effort to save Franklin High School. I founded the United South Slope Residents (USSR) of Queen Anne Hill, halting high-rise development in that historic neighborhood. We need to strengthen the community council network throughout the city. Expanding available incentives will create more affordable housing. We must stop jobs from leaving Seattle. Our citizens' hard-earned tax dollars can be spent more wisely through public and private partnerships. I support the Monorail. However, based on my experience working for Metro (Regional Transit Project), I no longer support Sound Transit's current costly, limited and inflexible light rail plan. I prefer a major bus fleet expansion, with improved efficiency. More buses, more places, more often. Instead of campaign contributions, I'm asking my supporters to donate to non-profit organizations benefiting Seattle residents. I don't want your hard-earned money, just your vote! The above statement was written by the candidate, who is solely responsible for the contents therein. |
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Art SKOLNIK
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