LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – The four candidates in runoffs for the supervisorial seats have so far brought in $146,000 in their efforts to win seats on Nov. 8.
Candidates in the District 1 and 4 races submitted their last financial reports before election day on Oct. 27. That reporting period covers Sept. 25 through Oct. 22.
Both seats are open this year, as incumbent District 1 Supervisor Jim Comstock announced his plans to retire after two four-year terms, and Supervisor Anthony Farrington said he would not seek a fifth term on the board.
The District 1 runoff race between Monica Rosenthal and Jose “Moke” Simon III has brought in the most money, with those two candidates having raised more than $85,000 this year, and Rosenthal having brought in an additional $16,000 in 2015.
Altogether, Rosenthal has raised $47,219 this year, more than tripling the funds she has raised since the primary. That amount, combined with the $16,383 she raised in 2015, totals $63,602, making her the top fundraiser in all local races this year.
An analysis of her funding records shows that members of the North Coast winegrape industry are among her largest contributors, including the largest single contributor, Andy Beckstoffer, who gave $5,000 to her campaign. Another large contributor is the Los Angeles-based California Real Estate Political Action, Los Angeles, which has contributed $2,750.
Simon’s total to date is $37,997.80, close to three times his total at the primary.
In Simon’s case, his largest contributors have come from the casino industry – including the . California Nations Indian Gaming Association of Sacramento, which gave him $15,000, along with his own tribe, the Middletown Indian Rancheria, which contributed, $7,500.
Those and other donations bring his gaming-related contributions to $29,500, based on a review of his funding statements.
The District 4 race between Martin Scheel and Tina Scott has raised just under half of the amount raised by Rosenthal and Simon.
Just over $44,600 was reported by the District 4 candidates through the Oct. 27 reporting date, with both candidates more than doubling their fundraising since the June primary.
Scheel has raised a total of $20,235 to date. His biggest single contributor is the California Real Estate Political Action Committee, which gave him $2,750, the same amount the committee gave to Rosenthal.
Other key donations come from Meek Construction and from Scheel’s wife, Jennifer, who has contributed $1,675.
To date, Scott has raised approximately $24,442.14 in the race.
The largest single contributor to her campaign is her husband, Douglas, an electrical engineer, who has given $19,076.57 to the effort.
Farrington, whose seat she is seeking to fill, is her second-large contributor, and has given her a total of $2,676.57, of which $2,326.57 came from his campaign committee plus an additional $350 personal donation.
Besides support in the form of financing, each of the candidates has secured a number of key endorsements.
Rosenthal has received endorsements from Congressman Mike Thompson, Assemblyman Bill Dodd, State Board of Equalization Chair Fiona Ma, the Lake County Farm Bureau, the North Bay Association of Realtors, Clearlake City Councilman Bruno Sabatier, Board of Supervisors Chair Rob Brown, and retired county supervisors Ed Robey and Helen Whitney.
Scheel has been endorsed by Board of Supervisors Chair Rob Brown; Congressman Mike Thompson; Assemblyman Bill Dodd; Sheriff Brian Martin; Supervisor Jim Comstock; Tom Engstrom, Lakeport's retired police chief and a former city councilman; Lakeport City Council members Stacey Mattina, Kenny Parlet and Marc Spillman; Jim Comisky, president of the South Lake County Fire Protection District Board; the Lake County Deputy Sheriff's Association; and the UA Local 38 Committee on Political Education.
Scott's endorsers include Farrington, Supervisor Jim Steele and Lake County Assessor-Record Richard Ford, attorney Peter Windrem and Dr. Harry Lyons, a retired Yuba College professor.
Simon has been endorsed by the United Pomo Nations Council and Evolve California, and the UA Local 38 Committee on Political Education.
The International Union of Operating Engineers California Local 3 has also offered endorsements of all four local supervisorial candidates.
For more information about the candidates, visit their Web sites and Facebook pages:
– Monica Rosenthal: http://monicaforsupervisor.com/ , https://www.facebook.com/MonicaRosenthalforCountySupervisor/ .
– Martin Scheel: http://scheelfordistrict4supervisor.com/ , https://www.facebook.com/scheelforsupervisor/ .
– Tina Scott: http://www.tina-scott-for-district-4-supervisor.com/ , https://www.facebook.com/Tina-Scott-for-District-4-Supervisor-Lake-County-2016-326875007436287/about .
– Moke Simon: http://www.vote4moke.com/campaign-news.html , https://www.facebook.com/Vote4Moke/ .
A summary of the candidates' finances to date is below.
DISTRICT 1 SUPERVISORIAL RACE
MONICA ROSENTHAL
Contributions received
Total contributions for campaign overall, 2015 and 2016: $63,602
Total contributions received for reporting period: $9,796
Total contributions received, year to date: $47,219
Monetary contributions, year to date: $37,124
Monetary contributions for reporting period: $9,796
Loans received, campaign to date: $9,000 (to self)
Loans received for reporting period: $0
Nonmonetary contributions, year to date: $1,095
Nonmonetary contributions for reporting period: $0
Expenditures made
Total expenditures made, year to date: $45,087
Total expenditures made for reporting period: $14,818
Payments made, year to date: $40,545
Payments made for reporting period: $11,371
Accrued expenses (unpaid bills): $3,447
Current cash statement
Beginning cash balance: $13,955
Cash receipts: $9,796
Cash payments: $11,371
Ending cash balance: $12,380
Outstanding debts: $12,447
Top five monetary contributors, campaign to date
1. Andrew Beckstoffer, Rutherford, $5,000
2. Max Schlienger, Ukiah, $3,000
3. California Real Estate Political Action, Los Angeles, $2,750
4. R.S. Devoto, Kelseyville, $2,500
5. (Tie for amount) Leon Ballew, Middletown, $1,000; Deanna Bartolucci, Lakeport, $1,000; JG Brassfield, Clearlake Oaks, $1,000; Judy Conard, Lakeport, $1,000; Charlotte Griswold, Clearlake, $1,000; Blair Lambert, Napa, $1,000; L&L Vineyards, Healdsburg, $1,000; Mauritson Vineyards, Healdsburg, $1,000; Oskar Penic, Porterville, $1,000
Top three expenses, this reporting period
1. Chris Jones Consulting: professional services, literature, print ads, $7,822
2. Lake County Record-Bee: print ads, $1,451
3. Clelia Baur: campaign paraphernalia, $845
JOSE 'MOKE' SIMON III
Contributions received
Total contributions received, year to date/overall: $37,997.80
Total contributions received for reporting period: $1,800
Monetary contributions, year to date: $36,774
Monetary contributions for reporting period: $1,800
Loans received, year to date: $0
Loans received for reporting period: $0
Nonmonetary contributions, year to date: $1,223.80
Nonmonetary contributions for reporting period: $0
Expenditures made
Total expenditures made, year to date: $26,286.05
Total expenditures made for reporting period: $5,618.07
Payments made, year to date: $25,062.25
Payments made for reporting period: $5,618.07
Current cash statement
Beginning cash balance: $15,529.82
Cash receipts: $1,800
Cash payments: $5,618.07
Ending cash balance: $11,711.75
Outstanding debts: $0
Top five monetary contributors, campaign to date
1. California Nations Indian Gaming Association, Sacramento, $15,000
2. Middletown Indian Rancheria, $7,500
3. Robert Rosette, Chandler, Ariz., $5,000
4. (Tie in amount): Michael Browning, Middletown, $2,000; and Santa Ynez Band of Mission Indians, Santa Ynez, Calif., $2,000.
Top three expenses, this reporting period
1. Got Print.com: mailers, $2,492.59
2. Lake County Record-Bee: print advertising, $1,853.58
3. Bennett Solutions: signage, $597.70
DISTRICT 4 SUPERVISORIAL RACE
MARTIN SCHEEL
Contributions received
Total contributions received, year to date/overall: $20,235
Total contributions received for reporting period: $3,105
Monetary contributions, year to date: $17,105
Monetary contributions for reporting period: $3,105
Loans received, campaign to date: $4,000
Loans received for reporting period: $0
Nonmonetary contributions, year to date: $3,130
Nonmonetary contributions for reporting period: $0
Expenditures made
Total expenditures made, year to date: $24,635
Total expenditures made for reporting period: $3,932
Payments made, year to date: $15,644
Payments made for reporting period: $3,877
Accrued expenses (unpaid bills), year to date: $5,861
Accrued expenses (unpaid bills), for reporting period: $55
Current cash statement
Beginning cash balance: $3,803
Cash receipts: $3,105
Cash payments: $3,877
Ending cash balance: $3,563
Outstanding debts: $9,861
Top five monetary contributors, campaign to date
1. California Real Estate Political Action Committee, Los Angeles, $2,750
2. Meek Construction, Lakeport, $2,051
3. Jennifer Scheel, educator and candidate's wife, Lakeport, $1,675
4. Kelly Butcher, Lakeport, $1,250
5. Rancho de la Fuente, Lakeport, $700
Top three expenses, for reporting period
1. Accounting Champion: professional accounting services, $1,100
2. Chris Jones Consulting: campaign consultant, $1,000
3. Pacific Color Graphics: campaign paraphernalia, $553
TINA SCOTT
Contributions received
Total contributions received, year to date/overall: $24,442.14
Total contributions received for reporting period: $4,226.57
Monetary contributions, year to date: $24,442.14
Monetary contributions for reporting period: $4,226.57
Loans received, year to date: $0
Loans received for reporting period: $0
Nonmonetary contributions, year to date: $0
Nonmonetary contributions for reporting period: $0
Expenditures made
Total expenditures made, year to date: $24,156.49
Total expenditures made for reporting period: $5,741.94
Payments made, year to date: $24,156.49
Payments made for reporting period: $5,741.94
Current cash statement
Beginning cash balance: $1,702.02
Cash receipts: $4,226.57
Cash payments: $5,741.94
Ending cash balance: $186.65
Outstanding debts: $0
Top five monetary contributors, campaign to date
1. Douglas Scott, candidate’s husband, electrical engineer, $3,000 this reporting period, $19,076.57 campaign to date.
2. Committee to Elect Anthony Farrington, $826.57 this reporting period, $2,326.57 campaign to date; Anthony Farrington, incumbent District 4 supervisor, personally gave an additional $350
3. Gaylord Starin, Lakeport, $1,000
4. James Knox, Lakeport, $500
5. (Tie for amount) Joy Swetnam, Lakeport, $250; Gillian Parrillo and Pierre Cutler, Lakeport, $250
Top three expenses, for reporting period
1. Mailrite: campaign literature, $1,881.42
2. GotPrint: postage, delivery and messenger services, $1,667.22
3. Mailrite: postage, delivery and messenger services, $827.52
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Local Government
- Katherine Tucker
Tucker: Rosenthal offers energetic, dedicated leadership
For the first time in many years, the voters of District 1 have the opportunity to elect a new person to represent us on the Lake County Board of Supervisors. I support Monica Rosenthal because she offers the energetic, dedicated leadership that our fire-damaged communities need from our county supervisor.
After the Clayton fire, Monica was there to provide constant volunteer help for the people of Lower Lake. As our supervisor, we can count on her to expedite the county's permit process so that residents can begin rebuilding their homes without unfair delays or excessive costs.
Monica is truly committed to representing all of the people of District 1. She is a farmer with hands-on experience in working the soil and supporting agriculture. She's been actively involved with community organizations throughout south Lake County – not just those in her hometown.
Most importantly, Monica will bring high standards of integrity and independence to the Board of Supervisors. Her allegiance is to the people of District 1 – not to any special interest group. She's a county supervisor we can all be proud to support!
Katherine Tucker lives in Middletown, Calif.
- Dennis Rollins
Rollins: Measure Z's significant safeguard
A recent letter writer correctly pointed out that the revenue generated from the city of Lakeport’s Measure Z will go directly into the general fund.
Measure Z does provide a safeguard to insure this one-percent sales tax will be spent on police, roads and parks as is the intent of the measure.
Measure Z establishes a five-member independent citizens’ advisory committee. This committee will meet quarterly to receive information on the amount of revenue generated, make recommendation to the Lakeport City Council on how that revenue should be spent and to review all expenditures of that revenue.
Dennis A. Rollins lives in Lakeport, Calif.
- Lake County News reports
City of Lakeport seeks applicants for commission and committee openings
LAKEPORT, Calif. – The city of Lakeport is seeking community members interested in serving in a variety of city commission and committee posts.
The city is accepting applications for the following positions.
– Two members for the Lakeport Planning Commission;
– Two members for the Park and Recreation Commission;
– Two members of the Traffic Safety and Advisory Committee;
– and six members of the Lakeport Economic Development Advisory Committee.
These appointments would be effective as of January 2017.
Lakeport Planning Commission
The Lakeport Planning Commission reviews matters related to planning and development and is the City Council’s advisor on land use planning matters.
It considers such things as the general plan, rezoning, use permits, subdivisions, architectural and design reviews, planning policy matters and interpretations.
The commission currently meets on the second Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m. in the city council chambers at Lakeport City Hall, 225 Park St.
Commissioners serve four-year terms and receive a nominal meeting stipend. Qualified applicants must be a resident of the city of Lakeport, however, the Lakeport City Council may appoint one member who lives outside of the city limits, but within the Lakeport zip code area.
Park & Recreation Commission
The Park & Recreation Commission acts in an advisory capacity to the city council in matters pertaining to city parks and recreation. It also cooperates with the Lakeport Planning Commission and civic organizations to advance the sound planning of new recreation areas and facilities.
Park & Recreation commissioners recommend, from time to time, policies on city recreation facilities to the Lakeport City Council for consideration and approval.
The commission meets on the first Thursday of each month at 3 p.m. The term for membership on this committee is two years. Applicants must be residents of the city of Lakeport.
Traffic Safety and Advisory Committee
The role of the Traffic Safety and Advisory Committee, or TSAC, is to consider and make recommendations to the Lakeport City Council regarding traffic issues, pedestrian facilities, and parking as it relates to traffic safety. Familiarity with traffic safety and/or the California Vehicle Code is desirable, but is not required.
Membership on the TSAC is for a four-year term and is a non-compensated volunteer position. The committee normally meets once every other month, as needed, provided there are traffic issues to be addressed that fall under the purview of the committee.
Committee members must be residents of the city, and are appointed by the city council on the basis of interest and qualifications.
Lakeport Economic Development Advisory Committee
The role of the Lakeport Economic Development Advisory Committee, or LEDAC, is to develop ideas and strategies for the promotion of economic development through business retention, recruitment, attraction, and creation.
LEDAC meets the second Wednesday of each month at 7:30 a.m. It consists of up to 11 members who either live, work, shop or do business in the city of Lakeport. This includes Lake County residents who live in unincorporated areas of the Lakeport trade area. The term for membership on this committee is two years.
Membership on all of the commissions and committees listed above is voluntary.
If you are interested in serving on one of these committees, applications are available on the city’s Web site under the Hot Topic, “Now Recruiting: 2017 Commission/Committee Openings."
For additional information, please contact City Clerk Kelly Buendia at 707-263-5615, Extension 30, or by e-mail at
Applications will be accepted until 5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 28.
Appointments will be scheduled for the Lakeport City Council meeting of Tuesday, Dec. 20.
- Pete Loustalot
Loustalot: Supporting Luiz for Clearlake City Council
Boy what an election year!
It's my personal opinion that it's just as important here in Clearlake to make sure we elect officials that will work hard for the people in our city.
This is why I am giving my support to Joey Luiz for Clearlake City Council.
I first became familiar with Joey when my wife Denise was elected to the council in 2012. I was able to watch them sometimes struggle to get their differing opinions on issues out but in the end always hugging and moving on even if they did not agree.
Then I myself was able to serve with him on the Clearlake Chamber of Commerce Board, a completely different capacity which he was also very effective at.
My biggest admiration of Joey was his want to fight for the people of our community. The overall love he has for Clearlake stands out.
Joey had the ability to be himself and fight for what is right while he sat on the council. He is a man that can look at all sides then come to a conclusion of what he feels is best for all.
During our recent fire events Joey fought hard and was successful against businesses that price gouged to try to profit off our disaster.
The growth Joey has had over just the four years I have known him has been enormous in the avenues of public service – avenues he can bring right here to Clearlake.
There was a time recently where I was having trouble with some red tape issues at my business. It was going to affect the public safety of our community/county if I didn’t get the matter resolved. I felt I was not being heard at the time let alone being helped in the matter.
Joey took time and sat right at my table to make calls and find the right people that already “work for us the people.” Then with everyone’s help together it was resolved fast and easy.
My point with telling that story? Joey knew the proper channels to get help for the community to stay safe.
Now with Joey working at the State Board of Equalization he has only broadened his contacts that can help us all in the future.
These are just a few reasons why I support Joey Luiz for Clearlake City Council.
Pete Loustalot is a business owner in the city of Clearlake, Calif.
- Gillian Parrillo
Parrillo: Scott is the superior choice
The race for District 4 supervisor comes down to commitment, experience, connections and being an effective champion for the people of Lake County. On all aspects, Tina Scott is the superior choice.
The word “full-time” seems to bandied about lately by her opponent and his surrogates as if the fact that Tina is a mother will get in the way of her dedicating herself completely to her role as a supervisor. It sounds pretty sexist to me and so off base if you know anything about Tina. She is a human dynamo, supremely disciplined and organized, and has been involved tirelessly for the past 16 years in all of the most important aspects of this County and its future.
Early on in this election, I ran into someone who is very involved in youth sports in the county, he told me he was voting for Tina “because there’s never a youth event I go to that the Scott family isn’t there supporting.”
Whether it’s working with our children and their futures on the School Board, or with those who are putting new energy into the Middle Creek Project, or with all parties who are bringing a critical new revenue stream to the county by way of a legal and safe marijuana industry or supporting the growth of our wine industry and local businesses, Tina is there.
She is endorsed by well-respected leaders, from around the County, and across the political spectrum – like Dr. Harry Lyons, Peter and Kathy Windrem, Bill Brunetti, Anita McKee, Bob Bridges, Ted Mandrones, Richard Ford, Supervisors Anthony Farrington and Jim Steele, and many others.
Tina has attended almost all of the Board of Supervisors meetings for the past 18 months. She makes it a point to be educated on all the important issues the Lake County Board of Supervisors oversees, by searching out knowledgeable experts, attending meetings, and talking directly to the people of the County.
If you are worried about an experience gap, listen to Tina and her opponent being interviewed recently on KXBX, available on YouTube. It’s impossible to tell who is the novice.
As for being a champion for the people of Lake County, there are very few with more insight into the everyday heartbreaking struggles of many in Lake County.
As foster parents, Tina and her husband, saw the worst that can happen to children and opened up their hearts and their home to provide a safe and loving sanctuary. She sees the serious impact homelessness has on many Lake County students.
When she visits the senior center and supports the Meals on Wheels program, she understands that preserving seniors’ dignity is paramount.
There is all of her amazing work over the past 16 years with vulnerable communities, not a hint of scandal, just smart new ideas to fix old issues that are long overdue for resolution, and a pledge to donate 20 percent of her gross income to nonprofits in District 4 that most effectively support youth and seniors.
Tina Scott is someone we can truly hold up and be proud of as our elected leader in Lake County.
Don’t hesitate. Vote for Tina Scott on Nov. 8 and then get ready to join Team Tina as we work together to make Lake County an even better place to live, work and visit.
In the interests of disclosure, I am proud to be a volunteer for Tina’s campaign.
Gillian Parrillo lives in north Lakeport, Calif.
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