Data and Facts
We provide the truth behind the issues by taking you directly to the source. Here you will find useful links to City and County budgets, ballot initiative information and a host of other fact-based materials to dispel campaign rhetoric.
Responsible Growth is the hallmark of any successful small community. Small towns that don't grow simply fade away and eventually shutter. Tehachapi is a responsible-growth community that is thriving thanks to proper leadership, planning and development.
While some candidates rally against growth, they cite untrue examples regarding the results of growth. Things like Tehachapi's view, where certain projects are placed and the strategy for growth is listed in the 2013 General Plan adopted by the Tehachapi City Council. Take a look for yourself and dispel the rhetoric.
Understand Budgets
Throughout the Campaign some candidates will allege misuse of public funds. Those unfounded accusations can be debunked by simply reviewing the available budgets below.
Candidate Platforms
A well-respected candidate is one with a legitimate platform supported by data, tangible results and community interest. Many candidates in the 2018 local election rely simply on emotion and accusations to sway voters.
