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Board debates clause on candidate fund during first reading of updated policies
Summary
During the first reading of updated policies, Board members questioned language in BP 9220 allowing a dedicated fund for candidates; the deputy county attorney cited Government Code Section 85300 and noted any future fund would require a resolution with qualification rules.
The Board considered a first reading of updated policies on Oct. 23 and discussed language in Board Policy 9220 that would permit establishing a "dedicated fund for those seeking election to the County Board." Board Member Beverly Gerard said she preferred removing the clause; Board Member Susan Alvaro agreed that extra language could cause problems.
Deputy County Attorney Lisa Cho advised the Board that the authority to establish such a fund is "outlined in the Government Code, specifically Section 85300," and that if the Board revisits the idea it would need a resolution spelling out candidate qualification criteria. Board President Chelsea Bonini and other members signaled they were open to removing the language before the second reading.
