LWV League of Women Voters of California
San Mateo County, CA November 7, 2000 Election
 Smart Voter Kathy McKeithen

Candidate for
Council Member; Town of Atherton

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Biographical Highlights
  • Occupation: Mother/Community Volunteer/Inactive Attorney
  • Extensive expertise in corporate, finance, and banking law including representation of the City and County of San Francisco
  • Energetic volunteer and fund raiser for local schools and church
  • Smith College graduate; law degree from Columbia University
  • Atherton resident over 16 years
Top Priorities if Elected
  • Bring accountability, transparency, and responsive stewardship to town government
  • Create an environment that fosters respect and openness to citizens and town employees; seek input from Atherton citizens
  • Establish term limits so that new people with new ideas can keep the Council from becoming complacent
Position Papers
Why Should I vote for Kathy McKeithen?
A summary of Kathy McKeithen's qualifications, goals, and recommended changes for Atherton's Town Council.
GUEST OPINION: A candidate's view of Atherton's troubles
In a letter published in the Almanac Newspaper on 8/30/2000 Kathy McKeithen descibes the significant role that she and Bob Jenkins played in helping Atherton resolve its financial crisis during the past 10 months.
Time for Atherton to enter the TV age
Editorial published in the Palo Alto Daily News on Friday, October 13, 2000 regarding Bob Jenkins' and Kathy McKeithen's proposal to televise Atherton City Council meetings.
 
Key Endorsements
  • San Mateo County Times (see quote under full endorsement list)
  • The Almanac
  • Palo Alto Daily News
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Campaign Contact Information
E-mail: athertoncitizens@hotmail.com


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