We have filed a CORA request asking for documents, texts, emails, verbal approvals surrounding the approvals of this ad which appears to be in violation of City Code. Specifically, we believe the ads violate 5.2.303: USE OF CITY RESOURCES FOR CAMPAIGNING PROHIBITED, which states:

"Except as specifically permitted by section 5.2.304 of this part, it shall be a violation of this part to use City resources to support or oppose, directly or indirectly, a person running for office, the retention of a person who is the subject of a recall election, or an election issue. (Ord. 12-91)"

Many people expressed anger that these ads include city facilities and employees.  The reason for the code is that it is unethical and unfair for a sitting politician to use the power and influence to gain advantage using taxpayer funded facilities and staff.  We encourage anyone to write asking for answers to these important questions.  We will let you know if we get an answer from Chief Royal, Ms. Massey, our Chief Legal Counsel, or the CORA request.  We hope the media asks as well.  As we noted in our correspondence, we are reminded of the notorious taxpayer-funded Jena Griswold ad which County Commissioner Gonzalez called out.