Councilman Ed Steinbeck not seeking re-election
Councilman Ed Steinbeck
Paso Robles City Councilman Ed Steinbeck announced today his decision to not run for re-election. His term on the council expires at the end of this year. He issued a statement recounting successes on the council and thanking his supporters including his wife, Linda.
“I am choosing not to run for re-election to the council this year. I need to spend more time on my real estate business, and the council position requires lots of time for reading, study, contemplation, discussion with constituents and attendance at meetings and events.”
“The most difficult issues in my tenure were the cuts made in city services,” he says. “These were necessary to keep the city strong, but many were affected by the downturn in the economy citizens and staff alike. The council is carefully restoring some of the programs, but there is a long way to go.
“Paso Robles has many things to be proud of, especially how the city has been able to keep financially stable during the great recession. This was no small feat, and we still need to be careful with expenditures. But, many needed public projects have been or are under construction including the waste water treatment plant, the water treatment plant and many road segments. The city has begun to expend the sales tax dollars voted in by residents, and there is a lot of satisfaction in seeing fresh new streets. Many more are underway or in the engineering stage right now.
“Many thanks to those who have supported me and Linda over the years. It is truly appreciated. Many thanks to Linda for spending many evenings alone. My wish for the City is for a Council that it takes action always considering what is in the best interest of the citizens. I encourage whatever future council may be elected to study hard, learn the process and listen to others. I have thoroughly enjoyed my time on the council and look forward to participating until the election in November.”
Steinbeck’s announcement comes the same day that Mayor Duane Picanco announced his intention to not seek re-election for mayor, but rather to run for one of two seats open in the November election. The other open seat is held by Councilman John Hamon. Hamon has not announced his intentions so far. Councilman Steve Martin announced earlier this year his intention to run for the mayor’s seat.
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