Elected Leader Endorsements

Alysson Snow | Councilperson, City of Lemon Grove

 

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.

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.

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.

Jennifer Mendoza | Councilperson, City of Lemon Grove

I have personally known Seth 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.”

Organizational Endorsements

Candidate Distinctions