Each election cycle, the Chamber's Business and Community Political Action Committee (BACPAC) conducts a Candidate Review process for candidates in races identified by BACPAC as the most critical of that cycle. For the primary elections, this includes a written questionnaire and an in-person interview. Once completed, BACPAC selects a slate of candidates it recommends to be endorsed by the Chamber's Board of Directors. This process has been completed and the selections are below.
BACPAC's process creates synergy between the Board, its Strategic Plan, and the community's strongest priorities for the upcoming year. This all works together to help build the strongest and most vibrant Pleasanton for all who live and work here.
Committee Members
Arne Olson, Retired City Council member (BACPAC Chair)
Jill Buck, Go Green Initiative
Eugene Ashley, Hoge Fenton
Bill Wheeler, Black Tie Transportation
Matt De Pretis, De Pretis Certified Public Accountants
Ron Capilla, Can Am Plumbing, Inc.
Steve Calcagno, Kier & Wright Civil Engineers & Surveyors, Inc.
Reena Gupta, Mom Relaunch Foundation
Otis Nostrand, Eric's Corner
Patrick O'Brien, Leisure Sports, Inc.
Bob Silva, Retired
Sales Tax Measure Survey Results
Measure PP - A Local Sales Tax Increase - Chamber's Position
