Building a Better Redondo VOLUNTEER TIPS

A Few Tips for BBR Volunteers

Haven't gotten your book yet? Contact Gale: ghazeltineATverizon.net

Need to get signed up at a grocery store?
Contact Linda Moffat, our grocery store coordinator
Linda 310-418-8808
lindamoffaATaol.com

Tip #1: Be Prepared

- Bring your book & pens
- A hat, sunscreen and bottled water is a good idea
- Wear your BBR Button and/or a BBR T-Shirt
Need a Tshirt? Contact Flo at: fsmithsATgmail.com

Tip #2: What do I say?

Typical Lingo:
" Good Morning/Good Afternoon - are you a Redondo Registered Voter?" or "Hi. Are you registered to vote in Redondo?"
"You are? Great!" "Would you like to sign our petition?"
"Great! Are you currently registered at the address where you now live?"
"Fantastic! Sign Here. When you sign you'll need to write out Redondo Beach and make sure to put your full street address and signature. Thank you so much. Tell your friends!"

Many folks want more information before they sign. Give them a flyer. The flyer has the BBR website address and alot more facts. They can also read the RB City Atty's summary on each page of the initiative booklet as well as on the BBR website.

TWO simple things to remember:

-- The signatures are to put the Initiative on the Ballot. If we get enough signatures and we qualify for the ballot, then and only then can we vote on it.
-- The purpose of the Initiative is to give the people a vote on Major Land Use Changes in the City of Redondo Beach. Currently, we cannot vote on these changes.

Tip #3:
Get it right. Remember to witness each signature and make sure your citizen is signing correctly. They must sign their full name as registered, the date, and their full address including spelling REDONDO BEACH, CA and the Zip Code!!

Only you and you alone can witness signatures. Please don't give your book to a friend or family member - keep it with you at all times. Also, only sign & date your booklet when it is completely filled.

Tip #4:
Ask everyone. If you find yourself skipping people you think are too young - think again. Do not discriminate on the basis of age, race or gender. Make sure and ask everyone if they are registered in Redondo and would like to sign!

Tip #5:
Have Fun! This is serious business but you don't have to take it so seriously that it's not any fun. Getting signatures can be alot of fun and the amazing people you will meet and get a chance to talk to will more than compensate for your efforts. Your Redondo neighbors are grateful for your hard work. Don't be surprised if you get a few thank you's!

We will soon begin the famous BBR signature contest. Please continue to send in your weeky counts to Gale when requested. It's critical to our effort - and for the contest. The challenge: Can you beat Mike Patino's record of 615 ?