CCMIN080294 - Laserfiche WebLink

Mr. Brandes also asked how informal committees (such as the "Dream Team") would be affected by these regulations and how they would report contributions. Robert Wright, 2538 Corte Bella, suggested the need to disclose the services of volunteers who do not live within the community. Sharrell Michelotti, 7873 Olive Court, pointed out the diffmulties of some candidates who might be struggling financially and problems of being required to return much needed funds that may be received within this time period. She also believed clarification was necessary for in- kind contributions and the postmark issue. Mr. Tarver indicated the above points are well taken and clarifications are necessary. He suggested the issue of outside volunteers being covered in the proposed regulations for disclosure. In terms of the informal committees, Mr. Tarver believed the regulations covered candidates and their committees, including "ad hoe" committees. Council discussed the definition of a "committee" and what triggers reporting requirements. Ms. Mohr suggested a disclosure filing on Monday at noon before the election. She also expressed her belief that the time limit on disclosures was to the advantage of the incumbent and the detriment of a challenger. She preferred a simple typewritten statement to be turned in the day before the election, which the press could review. Ms. Acosta indicated with that deadline, the information would not reach the papers before most people had voted on election day. Mr. Roush then raised the issue of when would the cut-off be for receipt of contributions. Council discussed the difficulties of receiving contributions sixty days after the election, especially if a candidate is not successful. Mr. Pico stated his belief that Council had done enough to strengthen disclosure by adding the $25.00 threshold and additional filing period. Combined with the voluntary term limit measure, adequate control is in effect. He believed the proposed regulation makes the process overly complex and would discourage people from running for office. He suggested waiting to see the effects of existing regulations. It was moved by Mr. Pico, seconded by Ms. Mohr, to take no action at this time. The roll call vote was as follows: AYES: Councilmembers - Mohr, Pico, Scribner, and Mayor Tarver NOES: None ABSENT: Councilmember Dennis ABSTAIN: None 08/02/94 14