HomeMy WebLinkAboutSB 594 (Oppose)City of Diamond Bar
21810 Copley Drive . Diamond Bar, CA 91765-4178
(909) 839-7000 • Fax (909) 861-3117
www.DiamondBarCA.gov
August 15, 2013
The Honorable Jerry Hill
California State Senate
State Capitol Building, Room 5064
Sacramento, CA 95814
Fax Transmittal: (916) 651-4913
Dear Senator Hill:
The City Council of Diamond Bar respectfully opposes SB 594, which would
effectively silence nonprofit organizations such as the League of California
Cities from advocating on behalf of its member cities such as Diamond Bar.
We stand with the League of California Cities, an organization representing 97
percent of California cities, in our respectful opposition. SB 594 places
unnecessary and significant new restrictions on nonprofit organizations that
Jack Tanaka receive public funds. By curbing the vital influence of local government
Mayor organization in the ballot measure arena, SB 594 not only delivers a direct
assault on an organizations ability to ensure the opinions and political voice of
Ron Everett cities are heard, but effectively silences local government voices in Sacramento.
Mayor Pro Tem
This measure also singles -out specific types of organizations for these
Ling -Ling Chang
Council Member restrictive provisions, but exempts others. This is inequitable. If the Legislature
desires to adopt broader disclosure policies, then they should apply to all
Carol Herrera organizations active on ballot measures.
Council Member
For these reasons, the City of Diamond Bar is opposed to SB 594.
Steve Tye
Council Member Sincerely,
Jack Tanaka
Mayor, City of Diamond Bar
CC: Senator Bob Huff -29th District
Assemblyman Curt Hagman -55th District
City Council
League of California Cities
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