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Monrovia Weekly Mar 31, 2015
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Dear Editor:
After being asked several times about this, I have decided to share one business owner’s thoughts regarding the Monrovia 2015 Mayoral Election.
If you agree, great! If you disagree, that’s okay too.
We have been through one of the worst economic downturns in decades. Jobs were lost, pay cuts everywhere, many business closed and home values plummeted. Fear of the future weighed heavily on people’s minds. Afraid to spend or commit, further driving the economy downwards. This was also a time when not only the local economy was spiraling downwards but the U.S. and world economics were headed into a mess too.
Now we have a very valuable tool; the power of hindsight. Not just empty words or rhetoric, but facts.
Monrovia has come through the country’s financial decay and has emerged financially sound with a powerful economic future.
Local businesses, from small retail to larger corporations, restaurants, and car dealerships, are thriving and driving revenue into the city while creating employment and improving the quality of all our lives.
Many of these successes were because of the decisions, investments and long term planning made by the City.
Did it happen overnight? No.
Did it happen without a few bumps in the road? Of course not, it never does.
Did it take quality, proven, experienced leadership? Yes.
Are the City’s finances better now than six years ago? Yes.
Are yours?
Do you want that to continue?
Many decisions were made and votes cast as to what should be done by the city council and the mayor. Five votes, one vote each, no more. Just as you have one vote, every vote counts. So please vote on April 14.
A community that is fractured will not fare as well as a community and leadership that works together for common good.
Our current mayor has repeatedly shown she is not just a fair weather leader. She has shown strength in her abilities and dedication through the good times and the tough times. She is someone you can count on no matter the economic climate.
I truly feel that it is in Monrovia’s best interest to re-elect Mary Ann Lutz as Mayor and I support her 100%. Why change what is definitely working?
She has proven her work ethic, she has proven her commitment, she has proven her leadership and the facts are; Monrovia is an awesome community that is doing very well.
Sincerely,
-Brian Whelan
Certified Fitness Nutrition Specialist
& Personal Trainer
CEO / Owner
The NIVEK Corporation
Foothill Gym, Monrovia
202 S. Myrtle Ave
Monrovia CA 91016lan
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