League of Women Voters of California Education Fund
Santa Clara County, CA November 4, 2008 Election
	Alex Kennett Answers Questions Candidate for Santa Clara County Open Space Authority Director; District 1

The questions were prepared by the Leagues of Women Voters of Santa Clara County and asked of all candidates for this office.
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Questions & Answers

1. What experience or training do you have which would help the District meet its goals?

Past Chairman of the Board. 7+ year member of the budget and administration committee. Served on the Agricultural Mitigation Ad Hoc Committee. Served on the Acquisition Committee. My district is the largest in the Authority. I've spent much time listening and meeting the goals for the various interests within my district - both economic and environmental.

2. What is your evaluation of the financial condition of the District?

Dire. The Authority needs to look for a variety of funding sources outside the usual tax assessments.

3. In what ways would you collaborate with other governmental entities to achieve the District's goals?

Collaboration and communication is essential to efficient operations. Meeting regularly with various district, county and commission members continues to be a priority.

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