Quotes by Fred Sainz

“There are plenty of cities interested in the Chargers, but ultimately you have to separate out that external noise. We have running room this year to come up with a deal that keeps the Chargers here and protect the taxpayers at the same time.”

“This is not a control issue; its a facilitator issue. Weve agreed that the Mayors Office would be the spokesman on the status of discussions. The team deferred to our office so that we make sure were sending out the same message.”

“It will go a long way toward maximizing the potential of the convention center expansion of 2001.”

“We are rightly concerned about the impact that this particular development will have on our TOT receipts, especially at a time when our budget is so tight.”

“We felt comfortable that the ultimate goal (of getting the records released) would still be achieved. We dont believe that there was a material change in the process.”

“The mayor plans on meeting with them and introducing a piece of legislation.”

“This is a municipal embarrassment and it has everything to do with the lack of political leadership that predates Sanders in office.”

“We believe this to be very consistent in that it protects our citizens from the perils of secondhand smoke.”

“The mayor believes the city of San Diego should get its fair share, but we want to work cooperatively with the county. Its going to factor pretty high on our priority list.”

“Were trying our level best because the mayor believes in the work the shelters are doing to transition people into permanent housing. The more time they have to spend in a stable environment, the more successful they are.”