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FOR CITY COUNCIL

TOGETHER, A BETTER LEMON GROVE

As a city, and as a nation as a whole, we have been experiencing so much division that we are seeing bonds break between friends, family, and the leaders that help our society to function and thrive. We need to rediscover a place of respectful discussion with the common goal of selflessly working together to provide positive and productive outcomes for the people of Lemon Grove.

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Why Vote Seth Smith for City Council

We, as Lemon Grovers, have seen more than our fair share of difficulties over the past many years. From struggling to fund our core city services, such as our parks, recreation, sheriff, and fire departments to the more recent events of COVID-19 and the social tensions that have worsened in recent years.

We can do better! As the community of Lemon Grove, we have great potential when we work together. Any visitor to our city can see that, in our community-organized trash pickups, graffiti removal efforts, and food drives. We, Lemon Grovers, love our city, and the friends, family, and neighbors that make it the community that it is.

Still, we can do even better! Lemon Grove is on the upswing! Builders are choosing to bring new homes to our community. In fact, of the 19 cities in the San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG), the City of Lemon Grove was the only city to meet all four benchmarks of the Regional Housing Needs Association (RHNA). We are seeing that there are people who very much want to invest in our neighborhoods. We can do the same! By electing leaders who can engage in thoughtful, pragmatic, and respectful discussions with elected officials, city staff, and most importantly, our community members. Because, when we are informed, and when we are working together, that’s when we get things done.

As a project manager working in the architectural services industry and as the Chairperson of the Lemon Grove Planning Commission, getting things done is what Seth Smith is all about! Seth’s depth and breadth of experience, working together within large teams and on complex projects, is exactly the kind of insight that the Lemon Grove City Council will benefit from while striving to fulfill the needs of our community. In short, a vote for Seth, is a vote for collaborative experience, thoughtfulness, and the will to get things done.

Elected Leader Endorsements

George Gastil | Councilperson, City of Lemon Grove

Seth Smith’s background as an urban planner and his strong commitment to the community of Lemon Grove make him a great fit for our city. I hope I get to serve with him on the City Council.

Jennifer Mendoza | Councilperson, City of Lemon Grove

I have personally known Seth Smith for many years. First as a community volunteer with the Lemon Grove Relay for Life, then as a community development intern for the city, and now as the Lemon Grove Planning Commission Chairperson. Seth is an architectural and urban designer with the knowledge, education, and background necessary for the job. He is a long-time city resident with deep connections to our community. Most importantly, he has the integrity and honesty which is needed in this position.

Jerry Jones | Former Councilperson, City of Lemon Grove

Being elected Planning Commission Chair by your colleagues is a sign of respect and leadership. Seth has shown that leadership and an understanding of how local government works. We need a council member connected to the community and that understands how change is made within the system. Seth will hit the ground running and for that reason he has my endorsement and support.

Cheryl Robertson | Board Member, Lemon Grove School District

Our beautiful Lemon Grove community has seen incredible struggles, both before and throughout the pandemic. Our people need someone who is dedicated to our community, with the experience and know how to get the job done. I see all of this in Seth Smith. He is absolutely the leader our community needs, and that is why I have endorsed him for Lemon Grove City Council.

Yajaira Preciado | Board Member, Lemon Grove School District

Seth is trustworthy, authentic, and ready to get the job done. With his experience as Lemon Grove’s Planning Commission Chairperson, Seth is prepared to move Lemon Grove forward and his active engagement in our community shows that he truly cares. For these reasons, I’m proud to endorse Seth Smith for Lemon Grove City Council!

Community Supporters

David Leon | Lemon Grove Resident & Business Owner

“Even before [Seth] was in local politics I could tell he was a person of integrity and he really cared about serving the community.”

David is a Lemon Grove resident, owner of Lemon Grove Rides, and is supporting Seth Smith for Lemon Grove City Council. David supports Seth because he is a person of integrity that cares about the community of Lemon Grove and has the responsibility and knowledge to get things done in our city.

Kamaal Martin | Lemon Grove Resident

“[Seth] is exactly the type of person that we need at a key moment to really make Lemon Grove better together.”

Kamaal is a long time Lemon Grove resident encouraging other residents to support Seth Smith for Lemon Grove City Council. Kamaal is supporting Seth because he is practical, soulution oriented, and brings to the table a valuable skill set from his background in architecture, project management, and service to the community as a Lemon Grove Planning Commissioner.

Danny Brunner | Lemon Grove Resident & Reverend

“[Seth] deliberates thoughtfully, he’s kind, and he’s really about trying to improve this community.”

Reverand Danny Brunner is a Lemon Grove resident supporting Seth Smith for Lemon Grove City Council. Danny supports Seth because he is impressed with his service on the Lemon Grove Planning Commission and the time he volunteers to support our local community groups.

Tahjay Banks | Lemon Grove Resident

“Ever since I’ve met Seth I could tell that he [is] dedicated to getting out into the community and connecting with voters and constituents to ensure that he knows what their issues are.”

Tahjay is a Lemon Grove Resident and believes that you should vote for Seth because he makes himself available to the community and because he makes sure to know what values are most important to community members.

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