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Endorsements

I am pleased to have the endorsement of members of our community, Read what some of them have to say below. See my complete list of endorsers here.

 

 

 

I'd love to have your endorsement, too. Please add your name to my growing list of endorsers here.

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Still undecided? Hear all five candidates at the League of Women Voters Forum, held September 30.

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What do people say about Bob?

Karen Hull, NID Director

"Bob is an exceptional leader and visionary who has added greatly to the vitality of our community by supporting the development and enhancement of public spaces.  He is also fiscally responsible and ensures that finances in the city are properly managed."​

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Denis and Barbara Drew

"Bob Branstrom won our support when he enthusiastically endorsed InConcert Sierra’s project to build an acoustic concert hall, black box theatre, and conference/event center in the Whispering Pines Business Park. His remarks at a public hearing by the Grass Valley City Council continue to inspire us as we work diligently to make this Crown Point Venue a reality."

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Howard Levine, former Grass Valley Mayor

"Bob Branstrom has been a dedicated council member. Please, support Bob in this election!"

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Tom Durkin, Union columnist and social justice advocate

"More of a statesman than a politician, Bob Branstrom approaches everything with an open mind and thoughtful consideration for all sides of each issue. He listens more than he talks. He has an excellent education and an experiential background that, combined with his calm and compassionate demeanor, has made him an informed voice of reason and restraint on the city council. Bob does his homework. He reads agenda packets, talks to stakeholders, does his own research, is involved in the community and is highly accessible. He genuinely wants to know what you think. He may or may not agree with you, but he will hear you out."

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Alexis Alrich

"Bob Branstrom is an intelligent, hardworking and trustworthy city council member. I'm voting for him and endorse him heartily."

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Suzanne Marriott

"Bob is a thoughtful and proactive council member with a sincere dedication to the welfare of Grass Valley. I hope to see him continue representing me on our council."

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Joy Porter

"Such a leader with a huge heart for our community. Always open to your thoughts and ideas."

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Rick Partridge

"It’s been great getting to know you. Thanks for your leadership on the GVCC."

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Lang Waters

"I've known Bob for about 8 years now through local nonprofits and leadership pursuits. While not a full-fledged mentor, I learned a lot from Bob just watching how he deals with people. I heartily endorse Bob as a kind, principled, intelligent, and transparent leader that will advocate strongly for what he believes is right."

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Teresa Poston

"I am endorsing Bob because he's smart, he listens, and he cares! He deserves another term on the City Council."

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Sandra Boyd

"Bob Branstrom is the epitome of a representative for our community. I have spoken with him many times regarding issues facing Grass Valley starting back during Covid times and the revitalization of Mill Street. He is clearly a visionary who works well with the Council team to listen, respect, and implement actions based on input from local citizens. One example; my dog and I were accosted by an individual on Wolf Creek trail; I immediately contacted Bob about the situation and he directed me to come before the Council and how to present my concerns regarding the safety issues. He is truly a local treasure who will continue to impact positive change in our community. As a 3rd generation who grew up in Nevada City, I can confidently say that Grass Valley has definitely become the leader in our County for how government can impact our daily lives in a very positive way."

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Norma Solarz

"Thanks for your clear thinking, fiscal responsibility, and service to Grass Valley."

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Beverly Diaz

"Bob puts his whole heart into any endeavor of which he is a part. This is especially true of the town he loves so much. Bob has worked tirelessly for the city council and will continue to do this if reelected."

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Thomas Burchfield

"Bob has been a fine responsive and responsible representative for Grass Valley residents!"

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John and Valerie Bush

"Bob is intelligent, rational, and focused on the best for the community. We highly endorse him!"

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Jacque Bromm

"Bob is very experienced in governance and finances. He is conscientious, helpful and a great listener. He cares about our community and is a very good neighbor."

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Janet Bullock

"Smart, conscientious, fair-minded."

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Deanna Bloom​

"Bob listens carefully, clearly expresses his views, and is a good neighbor."

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Debbie Lindh

"Bob has been a great part of our awesome City Council team. Our incumbents know the ropes, care about our City and community. Bob is an important part of that team, he has my vote!!"

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Nancy Morehouse

"Bob and I both live at Wolf Creek Lodge in Grass Valley. He puts in an incredible number of hours for our City Council. I endorse Bob Branstrom without reservations."

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Karen Ratay​

"Bob is my downstairs neighbor. Good guy. Vote for Bob!"

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Masha Goodman Crawford​

"Smart, honest, hardworking - an excellent council member. Re-elect Bob Branstrom!"

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Nancy Piette

"Grass Valley is fortunate to have a councilmember as knowledgeable, responsive, caring, and hard-working as Bob Branstrom."

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Pam Jung

"Bob is honest and that is saying a lot these days. He’s also smart."

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Daniel Swartzendruber, NCCA--PAC Chairman

“Bob Branstrom has demonstrated thoughtful decision-making skills during his four years as a City Councilmember.”

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All endorsers

ORGANIZATIONS

Nevada County Democrats

Nevada County Contractors Association--PAC​

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ELECTED OFFICIALS

Heidi Hall, County Supervisor

Ricki Heck, NID Director

Karen Hull, NID Director

Debbie Lindh, GV School District Trustee

Tim May, Nevada County Board of Education Board Member

Rachel Rosenthal, Sierra College Trustee

Ed Scofield, County Supervisor

Lisa Swarthout, County Supervisor

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OTHER INDIVIDUALS

Alexis Alrich

Jon Blinder

Sandra Boyd

Jacque Bromm

Kate Canan

Liz Coots

Jim Bair

Barbara Bashall

Deanna Bloom

Janet Bullock

Thomas Burchfield

Valerie and John Bush

Kate Canan

Tim and Kathy Collins

Masha Goodman Crawford

Beverly Diaz

Teresa Dietrich

Dee Anne Dinelli

Denis and Barbara Drew

Kate Duroux

Tom Durkin

Lori Burkhart Frank

Debbie Gibbs

Lynda Guthrie

Pamela Halloran

Scottie and Bruce Hart

Lauren Claire Hayes

Nancy and Steve Jefferey

Pam Jung

Sandy Knight

Howard Levine

Suzanne Marriott

Izzy Martin

Gil Mathew

Susan Merrill

Bob Miller

Nancy Morehouse

Christine M Newsom MD

Bill Osaki

Alex Palm

Rick Partridge

Nancy Piette

Joy Porter

Keith Porter

Teresa Poston

Karen Ratay

Heidi and Dan Raudy

Barbara and Don Rivenes

Norma Solarz

Jay Strauss

Virginia Thresh

Eliza Tudor

Peter Van Zant

Jonathan Walker

Lang Waters

Maureen Wilson
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