Posted on Tuesday, October 21, 2008 at 10:35 am
By Katie Tomasino
Published in University Star, October 21, 2008, Volume 98, No. 23
News City Council debates elections
The future of San Marcos was a key talking point for local politicians Monday night.
City Council hosts debate amongst local, state election candidates
Published in University Star, October 21, 2008, Volume 98, No. 23
News City Council debates elections
The future of San Marcos was a key talking point for local politicians Monday night.
"The main issues discussed in the City Council Place 4 race were centered on affordable housing and the revitalization of downtown.To read the rest of the article please visit this link:
“We must establish what affordable housing is,” said incumbent Councilmember Chris Jones. “We have to evaluate our policies to make sure they aren’t affecting prices of homes.”
Challenger Lisa Marie Coppoletta suggested cutting city spending as a possible solution.
“We’ve got to cut waste spending,” Coppoletta said. “We need to create innovative programs for affordable housing.”
Both candidates agreed the revitalization of downtown is instrumental for city growth. Coppoletta proposed bringing the film industry to the area, which she said would be a unique way for San Marcos to capture a new tourism market.
Jones suggested using revenue generated from downtown as a way to fund its revitalization.
“All of the money spent in downtown, should stay downtown,” Jones said."
City Council hosts debate amongst local, state election candidates
