Pub. 6 2017-2018 Issue 2

Fall 2017 21 By implementing a vision of limited-government at the local level, Voepel’s leadership allowed Santee to boast the best business climate, lowest pension obligations, and most efficient government in the region. A s a California State Assembly member for the 71st Assembly District, Randy Voepel represents the Eastern portion of San Diego County, as well as the Southern portion of Riverside County. Prior to his election to the State Assembly, Voepel served as a Santee City Councilmember from 1996-2000, and Mayor of Santee from 2000-2016. During his time in office, he helped turn Santee into one of San Diego County’s premier communities. The city has become known for its family-friendly atmosphere with great schools, low crime, and affordable housing options. While serving as Mayor, Voepel helped implement pro-business policies that attracted restaurants, as well as vibrant new retail, residential, and office development. He also worked California State Assemblyman Randy Voepel Profile to establish a teen center, ball fields and recreational activities for children and families while contracting out recreation programs to the YMCA and Boys and Girls Club to improve service levels while cutting pension obligations. By implementing a vision of limited- government at the local level, Voepel’s leadership allowed Santee to boast the best business climate, lowest pension obligations, and most efficient government in the region. Randy looks forward to implementing this vision in Sacramento to return jobs to our state, restore our financial strength, and ensure California remains a great place to raise a family and pursue the American Dream. Voepel is a U.S. Navy veteran with two combat tours of duty in Vietnam. He is also a member of the Santee Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9327. A graduate from Saint Leo University, he is a businessman in financial services specializing in corporate benefits. He is also active in his Church, four service clubs and the Boy Scouts. Randy and his wife Susan have two adult children and three grandchildren.