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San Francisco County, CA November 4, 2008 Election
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Carl Koehler for San Francisco Community College Board

By Carl S. Koehler

Candidate for Board Member; San Francisco Community College District

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I have unique experience to serve on the Board. As a former student and administrator at City College, I am familiar with issues and problems that other candidates may not be. I have working knowledge of how the District operates, and am acquainted with many key stakeholders. With my years of teaching experience, I know the classroom and its' environs, and as a retired peace officer with thirty-two years of service, I bring integrity and honesty to the process.
I am a native San Franciscan, Vietnam-era veteran, retired Chief Deputy Sheriff, teacher, and former administrator at City College. While Chief of Police for the Community College District, I worked hard to improve campus safety and emergency preparedness at the institution and to bring about a high level of cooperation with our neighbors. As Chief, I was able to work successfully with college unions, student organizations, shared governance committees, and administration.

A seasoned educator with years of teaching experience at the University level, a Master's Degree in Public Administration, and a Bachelor's Degree in Organizational Behavior, I am dedicated to making an affordable, quality education available for all.

I will bring a fresh perspective and new ideas to the Board to help lead the College into prominence in the 21st century.

When elected, I'll have the following priorities for the College:

Fighting for increased funding and lower fees

Expansion of vocational education programs, with a focus on "green"

Demanding integrity and accountability in the College systems and processes

Developing better communication and building bridges with City government and the neighborhoods we serve

Insuring safe campuses for students, employees, and the public

Endorsed by SEIU 1021, Asian-Pacific American Political Caucus, National Latino Peace Officers Assn. (SF Chapter), Community Leadership Alliance,Sheriff Michael Hennessey, Connie O'Connor (DCC)

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