The sham recall by Santa Ana Police Officers Association President Gerry Serrano and his corporate landlord allies is another brazen attempt to take money from hard-working Santa Ana residents to line their own pockets.
We know this scheme is based on lies because their first notice of intent to recall was quickly disqualified by the City Clerk. Why? Because they lied to voters about the law.
Recently, the chair of the recall committee Tim Rush penned a disinformation-ladened op-ed “explaining” why I deserve to be recalled.
The problem? Not one thing in his article warrants a recall. His op-ed does not point to any egregious abuse of power, ethical violations, or illegal behavior. Instead, it is a list of straw-man arguments and bald-faced lies.
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His most blatant lie occurs when he claims I “voted to essentially kill future hotel development by supporting mandatory unionization requirements for new hotels.”
FACT: Hotel unionization has not been discussed in Santa Ana.
He also falsely alleges that I do not support public safety. For every vote he cites as a basis for recall, I voted the same way as other council members who were endorsed by public safety.
Here’s my record:
FACT: I voted to support enforcement against street racing spectators.
FACT: I voted not to repeal the anti-cruising ordinance and directed staff to find ways to establish a permitted event to allow safe cruising.
FACT: I voted to fund more police officers, expand the PAAL program, and pay for the equipment necessary to keep our officers and residents safe.
FACT: I voted with all my council colleagues to support a Police Oversight Commission with an independent director who has investigative authority. I specifically fought to ensure former law enforcement personnel and their family members can also serve on the commission. I support public safety, transparency, and accountability.
If my…
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