Andy Morin

I have raised a growing family in Folsom for the past 15 years.  The Folsom Public Library fulfills an irreplaceable role in the lives of my family which includes my 2 young sons ages 7 and 10.  Recognizing the gaping disparity between what we have and what we need, I chose to become more involved with the many fine library activists working so hard to improve our existing library and a plan for a new one.

In 1999 I pledged $2000 to the Folsom Library Foundation’s technology campaign.  I subsequently became a member of the Foundation and now serve as its treasurer.  I am also a member of the Friends of the Folsom Library.  I donated money and time to the June 2002, Measure A, Folsom library bond election that failed to reach the super majority requirement for passage.

I have experienced first hand the disappointment of unfulfilled hope that a new library would soon be built.  I am committed to developing a responsible, achievable library building plan.  We need to accept the possibility that Proposition 14 grant money may not be available for our community and plan accordingly.  I believe the property tax base that supports operations and maintenance will grow sufficiently to keep a newer, larger facility operationally solvent and subsequently allow for a variety of less costly financing solutions for a new building.

I am proud of my association with the dedicated yet battle wary library proponents of Folsom.  I am committed to continuing our drive for a new library as a city council member or as an involved resident.

I ask for your vote on November 5^th, a vote for a proven library advocate.

Respectfully Submitted

Andy Morin
Candidate – Folsom City Council, November 2002
985-7657
andy@themorins.com