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Orange County, CA November 2, 2010 Election
 Smart Voter Mark Nielsen

Candidate for
Council Member; City of San Juan Capistrano

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Biographical Highlights
  • Occupation: Businessman/Councilman
  • 21 year Homeowner in San Juan Capistrano
  • Husband and Father of 2 children
  • Mayor 2009 and Councilman 2006-present
  • Chairman and CEO of various software companies
  • Co-founder, CAUSE (citizens group protecting the rural and historical character of SJC)
  • Columnist for The Capistrano Dispatch newspaper
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Top Priorities if Elected
  • Preserve Open Space and the Equestrian & Historical Character of San Juan Capistrano
  • Provide a long-term balanced budget and insure a good return on the investment of our tax dollars
  • Develop a pedestrian-friendly Historical Town Center that reflects our unique character
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Key Endorsements
  • OC Supervisor Patricia Bates
  • Mayor Pro Tem Laura Freese
  • Former Mayors Diane Bathgate, Ken Friess, and Carolyn Nash
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Position Papers
General Plan Vision
San Juan's General Plan was adopted to preserve and enhance the present character of our historical and rural village-like community with abundant open space. This character is reflected in balancing development with the preservation of our natural resources, historical heritage and natural beauty. We must only amend the General Plan when the benefits to the community justify such actions.
Concerns with I-5/Ortega Interchange
The reconstruction of the Ortega interchange will have a major impact both physically and visually on the heart of our town.
A Brief Review of Current Issues and Response to Election Rhetoric
Comments on what we have accomplished over the past 4 years in Finances, Public Transparency, Open Space, Traffic, Downtown Redevelopment, and Water
 
Campaign Contact Information
Website: http://www.electmarknielsen.com
E-mail: mark@mnielsen.com


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