I just got a visit from Richard Place, who is running for San Benito
County Supervisor, District 3, against the incumbent Pat Loe. I asked
him specifically what his opinion was on El Rancho San Benito, and 
he said that while he couldn't commit on how he would vote, he is 
currently against the development, mostly based on economic analysis
or lack thereof. He agreed with me that Hollister and San Benito County
would not benefit, and Gilroy's big-box stores would.

Mr. Place isn't against development in general, though - he said he
is inclined to support the Santana development, because it has been on
the books for years and it does seem that it will benefit our local
economy.

It is vitally important that we understand how the candidates will 
likely vote on the El Rancho San Benito issue, before we vote 
them in this June. As I find out more by talking to the candidates 
directly, I'll post their responses here. If you are a candidate and
would like to talk with me directly, please feel free - just give me
a call at 831-636-9900.

Also, remember to join the El Rancho San Benito community discussion 
list at ElRanchoSanBenito.US.

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