L.A. City Council District 3
Proposition 8, a measure backed by Mayor Richard Riordan asks voters to create an elected 15 member panel to overhaul the 72-year-old charter that many believe is outdated and cumbersome.
District 3 Charter Reform Candidates
Gary Thomas
Occupation: partner in a direct mail and printing firm
Age: 38
Residence: Woodland Hills
Endorsements: Mayor Richard Riordan, Valley Leaders for Charter Reform, Councilman Hal Bernson.
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James Greenfield
Occupation: Weider/Community advocate
Age: 32
Residence: Van Nuys
Endorsements: none
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Dennis Zine
Occupation: Police sergeant
Age: 49
Residence: West Hill
Endorsements: City councilwoman Laura Chick, Police Commissioner Herbert F. Boeckmann, San Fernando Valley Business and Professional Assn.
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