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Dear Editor:
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I am writing in support of Ventura County District Attorney Erik Nasarenko. In June, Erik will be on the ballot to continue his position as DA. I had the pleasure of serving with Erik on the Ventura City Council, and saw firsthand how his leadership style benefited the residents of Ventura, particularly during his term as Mayor. His intelligence and dedication, combined with a compassionate and thorough approach, were of immense help to our community during challenging times. Erik has the rare ability to communicate with clarity, precision and understanding of complicated issues. He works effectively with a wide variety of individuals and groups, facilitating consensus and action.
By unanimous vote in 2021, the Ventura County Board of Supervisors appointed Erik to assume the position of County District Attorney. In a short period of time, Erik has increased the crime-fighting efforts of his department in collaboration with other county agencies. With strength and determination, Erik has already accomplished significant goals including the expansion of the cold case sexual assault program, increasing prosecutions of home burglary and gang related criminals, intensifying the focus on domestic violence crimes, and increasing punishments on drug dealers.
Please join me in supporting Erik Nasarenko for Ventura County District Attorney.
— Christy Weir
Former Mayor, City of Ventura