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FPPC Recommends $1,980 Penalty for Brentwood City Councilman

FPPC Recommends $1,980 Penalty for Brentwood City Councilman

The California Fair Political Practices Commission is recommending a $1,980 penalty for Brentwood City Councilman Steve Barr for an error in failing to report campaign reports during his bid for County Board of Supervisor. Within the FPPC decision, they said they found no evidence of intent to conceal the donations and that all required statements have been filed. The complaint, filed by Diane…

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Letter: Writer Defends Diane Burgis After Hit Piece Attacking Non-Profit

Letter: Writer Defends Diane Burgis After Hit Piece Attacking Non-Profit

Dear Editor, In yesterday’s mail I received an attempt at a smear ad for one of our local candidates for County Supervisor, Diane Burgis. The claim, in bold red font, states that she intends to draw a salary and benefits for that position, paid for by the taxpayers. Does candidate Steve Barr, therefore, intend to forfeit his salary and benefits if elected? Further, it attempts to slam her for…

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Letter: Byer Offers Support for Steve Barr for County Supervisor

Letter: Byer Offers Support for Steve Barr for County Supervisor

Dear Editor: I have lived my entire life in East County, and I’ve been on the School Board for over 30 years. I’ve seen our community change a lot during that time, and learned that certain qualities make people into great leaders. I’m here to tell you that Steve Barr is a great leader and I hope you vote for him this election for County Supervisor. I served with Steve for 5 years on the School…

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Stonebarger: Barr Best Choice for County Supervisor, Touts Fiscal Responsibility

Stonebarger: Barr Best Choice for County Supervisor, Touts Fiscal Responsibility

Dear Editor, Fiscal Responsibility is nice buzzword for most politicians.  Unfortunately few practice what they preach during election season.  Steve has proven with his voting record at the City of Brentwood that Fiscal Responsibility is a belief vs. a talking point. Fiscal Sustainability is a primary pillar of being fiscally responsible.  Without sustainability the public entity can’t allocate…

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Letter: Retired Superintendent Says Steve Barr for County Supervisor

Letter: Retired Superintendent Says Steve Barr for County Supervisor

Dear Editor: This letter is to enthusiastically support Steve Barr for county supervisor! As a former superintendent of the Liberty Union High School District, I had the very good fortune to work with Steve when he provided dynamic leadership as a member of the Board of Trustees.   In all regards, I found Steve’s honesty, integrity, intellect, optimism, compassion, and determination to make a…

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Contra Costa District Attorney's Association Endorses Barr for Supervisor

Contra Costa District Attorney’s Association Endorses Barr for Supervisor

On July 14, the Contra Costa County District Attorney’s Association announced their endorsement of Steve Barr for County Supervisor, District 3. The District Attorney’s Association represents more than 75 Deputy D.A.’s who serve our community as prosecutors in the District Attorney’s Office. Aron DeFerrari, the group’s President, said the decision came down to Steve’s direct and open style, as…

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Letters: Writers Support Steve Barr for County Supervisor

Letters: Writers Support Steve Barr for County Supervisor

The following are a series of Letters to the Editor of local residents supporting Brentwood City Councilman Steve Barr who is running for Contra Costa County Board of Supervisor District 3. Editor:  The bad news is the Brentwood City Council will lose council member Steve Barr at end of term this year. Steve has been a key leader in our city and has had profound influence on the success and…

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Brentwood Mayor Confirms He Is Running For Re-Election

Brentwood Mayor Confirms He Is Running For Re-Election

City of Brentwood Mayor Bob Taylor confirmed on Thursday that he is running for re-election this November. Mayor Taylor made the statement after another publication last week suggested that he was not ready to announce if he will run again. He highlighted he was getting phone calls and that people were confused by it. Taylor wished to set the record straight by saying it was not accurate and he…

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