San Diego City Firefighters Endorse Todd Gloria
City Council Candidate Earns Support for His Commitment to Public Safety

SAN DIEGO, CA (February 22, 2008) – The San Diego City Fire Fighters, Local 145 today announced their endorsement of Todd Gloria, Candidate for San Diego City Council District Three. The support from the important organization representing 1,319 City firefighters and emergency medical personnel was based on Todd’s dedication to strengthening public safety and his proven track record serving the community.

"The San Diego City Firefighters are proud to support Todd Gloria for San Diego City Council District 3,” said Chet Bertell, Secretary of Local 145. “Todd is committed to improving public safety in San Diego."

The San Diego City Firefighters endorsed Gloria after a panel interviewed candidates and the organization’s membership voted on the options.

Gloria’s understanding of the issues facing firefighters and the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department was crucial to earning the support of the important employee organization. From ensuring San Diego has fully staffed fire apparatus to prioritizing better compensation to improving the conditions of aging fire stations, Gloria looks forward to using his knowledge, drive and relationships to fortify the City’s fire protection.

“San Diego has the hardest working firefighters and rescue workers, and I am tremendously proud to have the endorsement of these heroes,” said Gloria. “Firefighters take care of all of us everyday, and we need to take better care of them now so they are here for us tomorrow. The people of District 3 deserve to have the best trained firefighters, fully staffed fire companies and appropriately maintained and upgraded fire stations.”

The primary election for San Diego City Council District Three is on June 3, 2008. Should no candidate receive over 50% of the vote, a runoff election will occur in November with the winner assuming office in December.

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