Dear Supporters -
I wanted to take this opportunity to thank you all for everything!
Throughout this campaign, we have been overwhelmed by the outpouring
of support we received. You walked door-to-door, you called your neighbors,
you contributed to the campaign, and you did so much more. I am deeply
touched by your commitment to our values.
We made a strong statement about the direction of our county. Together,
we stood up for our communities, good paying jobs, open space preservation
and our environment. As we move forward, we must continue to stand
up for the public’s interest not the corporate special interests.
There
is still much work to be done and we will work together to ensure the
best possible future for Sonoma County. With your help we will tackle
our next challenge and be victorious. Opportunity awaits!
STAY ENGAGED!!!
Pamela Torliatt
Mayor
City of Petaluma
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Important Election Information
October 29 , 2010 | Petaluma
Election Day is just 5 days away! This is a critical election and
every vote matters. Make sure your voice is heard and VOTE!
Do you still have an absentee ballot that you haven't turned in?
It's too late to mail it, but here are two ways you can still turn
in your ballot and make sure it counts:
1. Drop off your ballot this Saturday and Sunday between 10 am and
4 pm at the Petaluma Community Center (320 North McDowell Blvd) or
the Rohnert Park Sports Center (5405 Snyder Ln)
2. Deliver your ballot
to your poll site on Tuesday between 7 am and 8 pm. Need to find your
poll site? Click
here.
If you live in Petaluma, make sure we keep our city moving forward
and join me in supporting David Glass for Mayor and Teresa Barrett,
Jason Davies, and Gabe Kearney for City Council.
Your help will make the difference this election. Sign up to help
walk by contacting Devin at 763-6825 or devin@vote4pam.net.
You can also help by making a contribution on our website by clicking
here.
Agricultural Community Supports Pamela
October 27 , 2010 | Petaluma
The heart of Sonoma County’s agricultural past and future,
known as the Petaluma Dairy Beltway, meanders its way to the Sonoma
Coast. Along the way a range of agricultural operations are represented,
from organic dairy, to artisan butter, to gourmet cheeses, locally
grown beef, rabbit, goat, and lamb. The entire production, on over
10,000 acres, supports more than 250 jobs with sales locally and regionally.
Ranchers and farmers from the Roblar, Valley Ford, and Two Rock
areas and this important economic region support Mayor Pamela Torliatt
for Second District Supervisor. Her agricultural roots go back to growing
up on Pepper Lane and participating in Live Oak 4-H. These same agricultural
values persist today as Pam and her boyfriend raise grass fed beef
right in the middle of the Petaluma Dairy Beltway, giving Pam a real
world understanding of the financial and other challenges facing agriculture.
To read the full letter, click here
A Message from Pamela: Together We Can Win
October 27, 2010 | Petaluma
This election is critical for the future of Sonoma County. It’s
a choice about what kind of county we want to live in and what kind
of a future we want to build for our community. We have the opportunity
to put Sonoma County back on track, if we all work together and stand
up for our values on November 2nd. We need your help to get your friends
and neighbors to turnout in this election - every vote counts.
Join us to walk precincts on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. You can
pick up packets at 10am at 27 Townview Lane in Petaluma. We are excited
to announce that Congresswoman Lynn Woolsey will be joining us on Saturday
at 10am to meet with all of you and walk a precinct. Come on out on
Saturday for this great opportunity!
We are also phone banking on Monday and Wednesday from 5pm – 8pm,
and on Thursday from 6pm – 8pm. Join us at the Carpenters Hall
at 1706 Corby Avenue in Santa Rosa. Email us to sign up or to get more
information about phoning from home.
Your help will make the difference this election. Sign up to help
walk or phone bank today by contacting Devin at 763-6825 or devin@vote4pam.net.
You can also help by making a contribution on our website by clicking
here.
Thank you for your continued support!
Sonoma County is Not For Sale: A Message from Pamela
October 13 , 2010 | Petaluma
Last week was the latest reporting deadline for financial contributions
in the Sonoma County Supervisor’s race. While our campaign reported
hundreds of contributions from supporters like you, I thought you should
know some shocking information regarding the special interests that
are funding our opponent’s campaign.
These reports show that 64% of his campaign contributions have
come from big oil, asphalt, gravel, and other development interests. Valero
Oil Company and its staff are funding his campaign at the same time
they are funding the campaign to pass Prop 23, which will kill green
jobs and lower air quality standards. Asphalt and gravel mining interests
have spent thousands bankrolling him including the gravel mining company
Syar Industries who has given him over $12,000 to date.
These are the very same companies that are backing the Dutra Asphalt
plant that will endanger our health and our environment, pushing for
gravel mining in the Russian River, and supporting the Roblar Road
Quarry that will potentially destroy our agricultural and open space
protections. We cannot to afford to let these special
interests ruin Sonoma County and threaten our quality of life.
There is a lot at stake this election. We deserve leaders that represent
OUR interests. My opponent has shown that he has been bought and paid
for by these powerful special interests. Over the last 18 years, I’ve
proven that I am an experienced, independent leader who works for our
values.
Stand up and tell the special interests that Sonoma
County is not for sale! We need your help to ensure
the leadership in this county is representing you and the values
we all share. Join
our campaign today by making a contribution here, or emailing
us at Devin@vote4pam.net to
volunteer by walking or phoning your neighbors.
You can make a difference this election – elect Pamela Torliatt
for Supervisor!
To read the full press release click
here.
Torliatt Reports Major Fundraising Lead; Demonstrates Broad
Based Support Throughout District
October 6 , 2010 | Petaluma
Mayor Pamela Torliatt announced today that she continues to lead the
race for Sonoma County Supervisor in fundraising. All candidates were
required to report their latest financial records by October 5th. Torliatt,
who has run an extremely successful field program to date, still has
over $99,000 in cash on hand, giving her a significant advantage over
the remaining weeks.
“I am proud of the overwhelming support we’ve
received from residents throughout the district who believe that I
have the leadership experience to tackle the challenges facing Sonoma
County.” said
Torliatt. “We will continue to use our strength in fundraising
and our grassroots campaigning to get our message out to voters throughout
the district.”
Torliatt reported $146,963 in contributions during the filing period
of July 1st through September 30th. She also reported an
ending cash balance of $99,883. Since the beginning of the campaign,
Torliatt has received contributions from hundreds of individual contributors,
demonstrating that she has a wide base of support for her candidacy.
Assemblyman Huffman Endorses; Torliatt Maintains
Big Fundraising Lead
August 4 , 2010 | Petaluma
Mayor Pamela Torliatt announced today that she received the endorsement
of Assemblyman Jared Huffman in the runoff election for Sonoma County
Supervisor in the 2nd District. Huffman cited Torliatt’s
experience and dedication to smart growth and job creation in his endorsement.
Torliatt
also reported that she continues to lead the race in fundraising. As
of Monday’s financial reports, Torliatt reported raising almost
$20,000 more than her opponent during the last period. She also
reported having about $52,000 in cash-on-hand, giving her a significant
advantage heading into the November election.
To read the full press release, click
here
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Torliatt Receives Key Endorsement from Congressman Mike Thompson
June 23, 2010 | Petaluma
Mayor Pamela Torliatt announced today that she received the endorsement
of Congressman Mike Thompson in the runoff election for Sonoma County
Supervisor in the 2nd District. Thompson cited Pamela’s
18 years of experience and leadership skills as a compelling factor
in his endorsement.
“In these difficult times, it is essential
that we have leaders on all levels of government who have the experience
to create jobs and revitalize our local economy,” said Thompson. “As
Mayor of Petaluma, Pamela Torliatt has proven that she will work collaboratively
to provide innovative solutions to our greatest challenges. I
am proud to support her candidacy and look forward to working with
her when she is elected.”
To read the full press release, click
here
Torliatt Emerges as Front Runner;
Ready for November
June 9, 2010 | Petaluma
Yesterday, Mayor Pamela Torliatt emerged as the front runner in the
campaign for Sonoma County Supervisor in the 2nd District. With
all local precincts reporting, Torliatt had captured 37.5% of the vote – more
than 10 points ahead of her closest competitor. She will go on
to compete in the runoff in November.
“It is clear from last night’s
results that voters throughout the district came out to support our
campaign,” said Torliatt. “They
sent a message loud and clear that we need experienced leadership to
create jobs and balance our budget. I look forward to continuing
to talk about these critical issues as we head toward the November
election. Thank you to all our supporters who contributed so
much to our grassroots efforts.”
UPDATE - Latest Update: Final Counts from Sonoma County Registrar
of Voters widens Torliatt's lead to 14 points. Certified results
give Torliatt 9,447 votes or 38.9% of votes cast.
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Torliatt Announces New Endorsements
March 15, 2010 | Petaluma
Key community organizations are endorsing our campaign because they
agree that we need experienced leadership during these times. We are
proud to announce that we’ve been endorsed by:
- IBEW Local
551
- Engineers and Scientists of California Local 20
- Marin Building
Trades Council
- North Bay Labor Council
- Service Employees International Union
(SEIU) Local 1021
- Sonoma County Law Enforcement Association
- Sonoma County Educators
Council
Last week, we also received the endorsement of Cotati Mayor Robert Coleman-Senghor.
This means that the mayor of every city in the district has come together
to endorse our campaign. These leaders know firsthand what it takes to
be mayor and the skills and experience it provides.
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Torliatt Releases Video Endorsements Showing Wide Support
February 23, 2010 | Petaluma
Today, Mayor Pamela Torliatt released a series of creative and inspiring
video endorsements for her campaign for Sonoma County Supervisor.
These videos join Torliatt’s already expansive list of endorsements
from community leaders and organizations throughout the district.
People are coming together to support her campaign because as mayor, she
has proven that she has the right combination of strong leadership skills,
innovating thinking, and executive experience to get the job
done. Click
here to watch the videos and click
here to join them in endorsing Mayor Torliatt.
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Torliatt Receives Key Endorsements
for Her Record Creating
Jobs
February 12, 2010 | Petaluma
We
are facing critical job shortages in Sonoma County. As our economy
begins a slow recovery, many of our friends and neighbors remain out
of work with few prospects. There is hope at the end of this tunnel,
but only if our county government makes real efforts to create good
jobs for our residents. Read more
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Torliatt Campaign Leads in Fundraising -
Have You Pledged to Help
Yet?
We are thrilled to tell you that after yesterday's
financial filing deadline, our campaign is in a great position. We
have raised more money than any of our opponents, from more than 180
supporters throughout Sonoma County. Over the weekend, we visited over
1,400 doors, spreading our message of experience and results to voters
in Cotati and Rohnert Park. Our campaign is in great shape in every
way, but there is still more to do. Have you signed up to volunteer
yet? Click here.
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Torliatt Kicks off Supervisorial Campaign
October 27, 2009 | Petaluma
Petaluma
Mayor Pamela Torliatt, a fourth generation Sonoma County resident,
announced today her candidacy for the District 2 seat on the Sonoma
County Board of Supervisors.
“Our county is being challenged with
high unemployment, threatened services, and important land use decisions.
I’m running for Supervisor
to get things done and make a difference for the residents of Sonoma
County,” said Torliatt.
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Petaluma's Hard-Working Mayor
October 27, 2009 | Petaluma
Elected
in 2006, Petaluma Mayor Pamela Torliatt has distinguished herself as
one of Sonoma County‘s hardest-working public officials. During
her brief tenure, Torliatt already has won funding to widen the Marin-Sonoma
Narrows and led the City's efforts to obtain open space funding for
East Washington Park, Paula Lane, and La Cresta Ridge and Ravine. These
efforts were preceded by a significant victory for Petaluma
- fighting successfully against pressures to privatize the newly constructed
Ellis Creek Water Recycling facility. Keeping this important
asset in public hands allowed for restoration and creation of 171 acres
of wetlands, two miles of trails and resources for science education
and local artist communities.