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President's Message,
September 2002
By
Gordon P. Gitlen, Esq., Action President
More than half of
the year 2002 has passed, yet some things don't seem to change. The Renters'
Rights forces are gearing up for the November 2002 Election in Santa Monica,
seeking to pass a new Rent Control Law, defeat VERITAS, defeat SMRPH.
The Historic District controversy continues which is another attempt to
restrict and control property owners. In Sacramento, Sheila Kuehl and
other legislators are seeking to pass more laws that are not to the advantage
of the property owner.
ACTION, however, is going strong and continues with our monthly meetings
having enjoyed more attendance and interesting speakers on current topics
of interest to the membership at each and every meeting. Our last fundraiser
was a successful and enjoyable event and I believe our upcoming fundraiser,
our Barbeque and Boat Ride Event set for September 21, 2002, will also
be well attended and enjoyable. Our fundraisers allow your organization
to grow and service your needs. Your annual dues are simply not enough
to support the various activities of ACTION. Remember, ACTION is really
the only organization truly dedicated to the needs of the Santa Monica
property owners and your support is requested and required for us to help
you.
Further details for all of the aforementioned items will be found in the
magazine and discussed at our monthly meetings. I am particularly pleased
to announce that our speaker for the September 9, 2002 meeting will be
the Honorable Robert Thomas, Superior Court Judge (Retired) who should
provide us with a worthwhile and interesting meeting. Judge Thomas is
a very thoughtful and respected Jurist. There will be other guest speakers
as well.
By now you should be aware that the City of Santa Monica is contemplating
changing the Santa Monica Rent Control Law, obviously not to the advantage
of the property owner, in several respects. For details on the proposed
changes, read WAM.
I look forward to
seeing you at the next meeting and, of course, we invite you to bring
a friend.
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