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What People Have To Say
“Having raised his sons in Walnut Creek, Bob Simmons understands what matters most to families--good schools, safe neighborhoods, quality parks and recreation facilities--and he's proven this through his 20 years of community service."
—Kelly McCormick,
local realtor
“With three generations of family living in Walnut Creek, Bob understands the diversity of needs of our community, from seniors to young professionals, from empty-nesters to families with small children.”
—David Smith, past president, Rossmoor Golden Rain Foundation
“The arts play a critical role in defining Walnut Creek. As a volunteer guide for the Public Art Walking Tours, Bob is contributing to the quality of life we enjoy.”
—Nan Siegel
“As a Planning Commissioner, Bob has been a strong supporter of local business and our great downtown.”
— Bob Power,
Downtown Business leader
"With my 38 years of local government service, in which 15 1/2 years were with the City of Walnut Creek...Bob Simmons ranks in the top of the elected officials I have known with respect to knowledge of economic development, neighbor-hood needs, open space, smart land use planning and fiscal control."
— Kevin Roberts
former City of Walnut Creek
Community Development Director/Deputy City Manager
"Walnut Creek will profit from Bob's experience in the community, his dedication to the city, and his ability to work with diverse groups of people to solve a problem."
—David Ogden
Walnut Creek
"Bob Simmons is well-prepared for a seat on the Walnut Creek City Council. He is familiar with the nuts and bolts of city government, planning and zoning issues, finance and city services. Bob has been long involved in community affairs as a neighbor, volunteer and activist. In meetings around town Bob has sought ideas and suggestions from residents on a wide variety of issues: traffic, taxes, schools, open space and resident participation in civic affairs. He brings an open mind as well as a strong background in city matters to his campaign."
—Rich Ravitz
Walnut Creek
"I have unique knowledge of the capabilities of Bob Simmons...I worked as his deputy for 12 years. I found Bob to be extremely intelligent and hard-working. He was able to understand complex issues and consistently made sound decisions. I know Bob to be dedicated to maintaining and improving Walnut Creek’s reputation as one of the greatest places to live anywhere. He has all of the qualities that I, a 34-year resident of Walnut Creek, desire to see in a Council member."
—Jim Andrews
Walnut Creek
"I have had the pleasure of working with Bob over the past two years on a committee to Save Acalanes Ridge from development. Bob has been a real asset to this effort and he has clearly demonstrated an in-depth knowledge of the workings of city government and various local agencies. He is committed to preserving and expanding our open space, and at the same time sustaining a healthy downtown business environment."
—Maurice Heley
"I've come to appreciate Bob Simmons as a thorough and thoughtful citizen who brought new vigor to the Walnut Creek Open Space Foundation when he joined its board six years ago. As president of that organization, known for its well-managed volunteer habitat restoration programs, Bob helped initiate a land-acquisition fund and fostered closer cooperation between WCOSF and Save Mount Diablo. Bob's participation on Walnut Creek's Planning and PROS commissions, has further allowed him to see the City from the inside out – not a common perspective for most civic volunteers."
—Jamie Jobb
"Bob has brought important new activities for the benefit of the City's open spaces. Bob's experience on the Walnut Creek Planning Commission and numerous other community service activities as well as his ability to work cooperatively with others will make him a valued addition to the Walnut Creek City Council."
—Ralph Kraetsch
Walnut Creek
"I've worked with Bob Simmons as a mediator conducting civil harassment mediations. As a mediator Bob always does a complete job of understanding all issues in a dispute. He works decisively to help all parties to reach agreements that benefit everyone. These are the very skills and abilities we need on the Walnut Creek City Council."
—Ken Strongman
Mediator, Board Member of the Congress of Neutrals,
and a Walnut Creek resident
Paid for by Friends of Bob Simmons #1308371