Anonymous Campaign Committee Fails to Comply with Campaign Finance Law – Again
May 25, 2006

“Committee Against Corruption” Again Files Paperwork Incorrectly

San Jacinto - The relentless attacks by anonymous “front” independent expenditure committees continued today with the latest partial filing of an Independent Expenditure Form.

The group’s third Ayres hit piece was filed today, yet they have not reported the donors to the Independent Expenditure on the Secretary of State’s website as required by law. The previous expenditures were reported several days after the mailings arrived – violating the 24 hour reporting rule.

“These rules are there to ensure openness and prevent anonymous attacks,” said Ayres spokesman Mike Richman. “This attack committee is violating these rules and in doing so is sending anonymous hit piece mailings without accountability.”

“We’re asking the Fair Political Practices Commission to look into these violations,” continued Richman. “The FPPC has levied stiff fines in the past due to similar violations.”

The Committee also made their attack pieces look as if they were sent by Jim Ayres – another violation of campaign ethics.

“These pieces are simply across the line, and we intend to pursue these perpetrators through every avenue provide by the criminal justice system,” concluded Richman.

San Jacinto - Today, Inland Valley veterans rallied to the side of 21 year Air Force veteran Jim Ayres, calling the L.A. Times hit piece story against Ayres “irresponsible,” “misleading,” and “an attack on veterans.”

“The L.A. Times typically attacks Republicans and supports Democrats. So, it’s no wonder that the newspaper is attacking Republican Jim Ayres, and in doing so, helping Brenda Salas,” said Robert Sigala, Commander of American Legion Post 848 and a veteran of the U.S. Army.

“This story was misleading and an attack on veterans everywhere,” added Larry Patton, U.S. Army Veteran. “To take and discredit Jim Ayres’ fine record of service to this country, including Operations Desert Storm and Desert Shield, is an affront to any veteran who has served. This is reprehensible.”

“Jim Ayres is a decorated Air Force veteran, and these attacks on his service are clearly manufactured by his opponents for political gain. He served our country well, and any attacks on his service are shameful,” said Col. Lewis Millett (Retired), a Medal of Honor Recipient.

“Jim served with distinction in Operation Desert Storm and Desert Shield,” said Todd Hall, Chief Master Sergeant in the United States Air Force. “I know, I was with him. These attacks on his service are dishonoring to all men and women in uniform. Jim put his life on the line for our country. He deserves better than these baseless attacks on his record.”

Jim Ayres served 21 years in the United States Air Force, where he earned over a dozen medals and accommodations, including:

• Air Force Meritorious Service Medal
• Air Force Commendation Medal w/ one oak leaf cluster
• Air Force Achievement Medal
• Air Force Outstanding Unit Award with Valor device and two oak leaf clusters
• Air Force Good Conduct Medal
• Air Reserve Forces Meritorious Service Medal with 4 oak leaf clusters
• National Defense Service Medal
• Southwest Asia Service Medal with bronze star
• Armed Forces Service Medal
• Air Force Longevity Service Ribbon with three oak leaf clusters
• Armed Forces Reserve Medal with Hourglass device
• USAF NCO PME Graduate Ribbon
• Air Force Training Ribbon
• Kuwait Liberation Medal Government of Kuwait

A clerical error on a website had the valor device misplaced on the Southwest Asia Service Medal, rather than the Air Force Outstanding Unit Award. The campaign had already corrected the list, but former Democratic operative Brenda Salas used this clerical error to push the nasty article against Ayres in the Los Angeles Times.

“Jim Ayres has earned over a dozen medals and accommodations for his service on behalf of the United States. Brenda Salas never served in our military and never went to war. Her politically motivated attacks on Jim Ayres’ record of service are unfounded and utterly reprehensible,” said U.S. Air Force Master Sergeant Bryan Shifflett.

“Brenda’s whole career has been about helping Congressman Joe Baca elect pro-amnesty Democrats,” added Ayres spokesman Mike Richman. “Now, she’s attacking Jim Ayres’ twenty-one year military record. That just stinks, and it’s a typical Democratic tactic. She should be ashamed of herself.”

San Jacinto - Today, Senator Dave Cox announced his endorsement of Jim Ayres in the open 65th Assembly District, joining a growing list of conservative leaders endorsing Ayres.

“Republicans trust Jim Ayres to fight to protect Californian’s private property rights from those who would abuse eminent domain,” said Senator Dave Cox. “Jim Ayres is a tough-minded conservative who will not compromise his principles for any reason, and that’s why so many Republican legislators and leaders support him.”

Senator Cox joins a long list of conservatives endorsing Ayres, including:

• Senate Republican Leader Dick Ackerman

• Senator Jeff Denham

• Senator George Runner

• Assemblyman Ray Haynes

• Assemblyman Mark Wyland

• Assemblyman Jay Lasuer

• Assemblyman Doug LaMalfa

• Assemblywoman Mimi Walters

• Assemblyman Dave Cogdill

• Assemblyman Alan Nakanishi

• Assemblyman Sam Blakeslee

• Assemblyman Chuck DeVore

• Assemblyman Van Tran

• Assemblyman Guy Houston

• Assemblywoman Sharon Runner

• Riverside County Supervisor Marion Ashley

• San Jacinto Mayor Dale Stubblefield

• San Jacinto Vice-Mayor Ken Shaw

• San Jacinto Councilwoman Chris Buydos

• Beaumont Mayor Jeff Fox

• Beaumont Mayor Pro-Tem Brian Deforge

• Beaumont Councilwoman Martie Kilough

• Beaumont Councilman Larry Dressel

• Beaumont Councilman Roger Berg

• Perris Mayor Pro-tem John Motte

• Perris Councilman Al Landers

• Lew Uhler, Founder and President, National Tax Limitation Committee

(partial list)

In May of 2003, Jim Ayres retired with the rank of Master Sergeant after twenty-one years of service in the United State’s Air Force – service that included tours of duty in both Operation Desert Shield/Storm and Operation Decisive Endeavor, providing support for the no-fly zone over Bosnia.

A member of the San Jacinto City Council since 1999, Jim Ayres is also immediate past Chairman of the Riverside Transit Agency – an agency with the second largest service area in the United States and a $40 million dollar operational budget. Jim is also a Regional Co-Chair of the Jessica’s Law Initiative Campaign.

California Small Business Association Joins Growing List of Ayres Supporters
May 8, 2006

San Jacinto - Proving Jim Ayres continues to enjoy frontrunner status in the 65th Assembly District race, today the California Small Business Association added their endorsement to the growing list of supporters, which now include the California Association of Realtors PAC, the California Correctional Peace Officers Association, and over two dozen local and statewide Republican elected officials.

The California Small Business Association represents over 203,000 California small business owners. CSBA was founded by the 1980 California small business delegates to the White House Conference on Small Business. Their mission is to provide a voice for small business and stimulate the creation of jobs and the economy of California.

In a letter regarding the endorsement, Betty Jo Toccoli, the President of the CSBA stated; “We believe your commitment to the future of small business is deserving of the support from our organization and you will do a great job representing us effectively in Sacramento.”

The CSBA joins a long list of groups and individuals endorsing Ayres, including:

• Senate Republican Leader Dick Ackerman
• Senator Jeff Denham
• Senator George Runner
• Assemblyman Ray Haynes
• Assemblyman Mark Wyland
• Assemblyman Jay Lasuer
• Assemblyman Doug LaMalfa
• Assemblywoman Mimi Walters
• Assemblyman Dave Cogdill
• Assemblyman Sam Blakeslee
• Assemblyman Van Tran
• Assemblyman Guy Houston
• Assemblywoman Sharon Runner
• Riverside County Supervisor Marion Ashley
• San Jacinto Mayor Dale Stubblefield
• San Jacinto Vice-Mayor Ken Shaw
• San Jacinto Councilwoman Chris Buydos
• Beaumont Mayor Jeff Fox
• Beaumont Mayor Pro-Tem Brian Deforge
• Beaumont Councilwoman Martie Kilough
• Beaumont Councilman Larry Dressel
• Beaumont Councilman Roger Berg
• Perris Mayor Pro-tem John Motte
• Perris Councilman Al Landers
• Lew Uhler, Founder and President, National Tax Limitation Committee
  
  

(partial list)

In May of 2003, Jim Ayres retired with the rank of Master Sergeant after twenty-one years of service in the United State’s Air Force – service that included tours of duty in both Operation Desert Shield/Storm and Operation Decisive Endeavor, providing support for the no-fly zone over Bosnia.

A member of the San Jacinto City Council since 1999, Jim Ayres is also immediate past Chairman of the Riverside Transit Agency – an agency with the second largest service area in the United States and a $40 million dollar operational budget. Jim is also a Regional Co-Chair of the Jessica’s Law Initiative Campaign.

California Correctional Peace Officers Association Endorses Jim Ayres for Assembly
May 5, 2006

SAN JACINTO – Further evidencing Ayres’ frontrunner status in the open 65th Assembly District, the California Correctional Peace Officers Association (CCPOA) today announced their endorsement of San Jacinto Councilman Jim Ayres’ 65th Assembly District bid. They join the California Association of Realtors PAC, the California League of Off Road Voters PAC, and over two dozen local and statewide Republican elected officials.

The CCPOA was formed in 1957 as the CCOA and renamed to the CCPOA in 1982. The CCPOA was one of the original driving forces behind the “Three Strikes and You Are Out Law”, and is instrumental in training and educating new law enforcement members.

In a letter regarding the endorsement, PAC Chair California Correctional Peace Officers Association stated; “Your responses to these (law enforcement) important issues clearly demonstrate your strong personal commitment to public safety and the law enforcement profession.”

The CCPOA joins a long list of groups and individuals endorsing Ayres, including:

• Senate Republican Leader Dick Ackerman

• Senator Jeff Denham

• Senator George Runner

• Assemblyman Ray Haynes

• Assemblyman Mark Wyland

• Assemblyman Jay Lasuer

• Assemblyman Doug LaMalfa

• Assemblywoman Mimi Walters

• Assemblyman Dave Cogdill

• Assemblyman Sam Blakeslee

• Assemblyman Van Tran

• Assemblyman Guy Houston

• Assemblywoman Sharon Runner

• Riverside County Supervisor Marion Ashley

• San Jacinto Mayor Dale Stubblefield

• San Jacinto Vice-Mayor Ken Shaw

• San Jacinto Councilwoman Chris Buydos

• Beaumont Mayor Jeff Fox

• Beaumont Mayor Pro-Tem Brian Deforge

• Beaumont Councilwoman Martie Kilough

• Beaumont Councilman Larry Dressel

• Beaumont Councilman Roger Berg

• Perris Mayor Pro-tem John Motte

• Perris Councilman Al Landers

• Lew Uhler, Founder and President, National Tax Limitation Committee

(partial list)

In May of 2003, Jim Ayres retired with the rank of Master Sergeant after twenty-one years of service in the United State’s Air Force – service that included tours of duty in both Operation Desert Shield/Storm and Operation Decisive Endeavor, providing support for the no-fly zone over Bosnia.

A member of the San Jacinto City Council since 1999, Jim Ayres is also immediate past Chairman of the Riverside Transit Agency – an agency with the second largest service area in the United States and a $40 million dollar operational budget. Jim is also a Regional Co-Chair of the Jessica’s Law Initiative Campaign.

SAN JACINTO – Today, Assemblyman Niello announced his endorsement of Jim Ayres in the open 65th Assembly District, joining a growing list of conservative leaders endorsing Ayres.

“We need more legislators with the high level of integrity and tireless work ethic that Jim Ayres has demonstrated in his local community,” said Assemblyman Roger Niello. “Jim Ayres will be a tough negotiator on the state budget, working to cut wasteful spending and oppose new taxes. He’s the right man for the job, and that’s why Republican legislators are supporting him.”

Assemblyman Niello joins a long list of conservatives endorsing Ayres, including:

• Senate Republican Leader Dick Ackerman

• Senator Jeff Denham

• Senator George Runner

• Assemblyman Ray Haynes

• Assemblyman Mark Wyland

• Assemblyman Jay Lasuer

• Assemblyman Doug LaMalfa

• Assemblywoman Mimi Walters

• Assemblyman Dave Cogdill

• Assemblyman Alan Nakanishi

• Assemblyman Sam Blakeslee

• Assemblyman Chuck DeVore

• Assemblyman Van Tran

• Assemblyman Guy Houston

• Assemblywoman Sharon Runner

• Riverside County Supervisor Marion Ashley

• San Jacinto Mayor Dale Stubblefield

• San Jacinto Vice-Mayor Ken Shaw

• San Jacinto Councilwoman Chris Buydos

• Beaumont Mayor Jeff Fox

• Beaumont Mayor Pro-Tem Brian Deforge

• Beaumont Councilwoman Martie Kilough

• Beaumont Councilman Larry Dressel

• Beaumont Councilman Roger Berg

• Perris Mayor Pro-tem John Motte

• Perris Councilman Al Landers

• Lew Uhler, Founder and President, National Tax Limitation Committee

(partial list)

In May of 2003, Jim Ayres retired with the rank of Master Sergeant after twenty-one years of service in the United State’s Air Force – service that included tours of duty in both Operation Desert Shield/Storm and Operation Decisive Endeavor, providing support for the no-fly zone over Bosnia.

A member of the San Jacinto City Council since 1999, Jim Ayres is also immediate past Chairman of the Riverside Transit Agency – an agency with the second largest service area in the United States and a $40 million dollar operational budget. Jim is also a Regional Co-Chair of the Jessica’s Law Initiative Campaign.

SAN JACINTO – Today, Assemblyman DeVore announced his endorsement of Jim Ayres in the open 65th Assembly District, joining a growing list of conservative leaders endorsing Ayres.

“Jim Ayres is a fiscal conservative who will be a welcome ally in our fight against tax increases and runaway government spending,” said Assemblyman Chuck DeVore. “He’s the Republican choice for the 65th Assembly District, and that’s why so many Republican legislators support his candidacy.”

Assemblyman DeVore joins a long list of conservatives endorsing Ayres, including:

• Senate Republican Leader Dick Ackerman
• Senator Jeff Denham
• Senator George Runner
• Assemblyman Ray Haynes
• Assemblyman Mark Wyland
• Assemblyman Jay Lasuer
• Assemblyman Doug LaMalfa
• Assemblywoman Mimi Walters
• Assemblyman Dave Cogdill
• Assemblyman Alan Nakanishi
• Assemblyman Sam Blakeslee
• Assemblyman Van Tran
• Assemblyman Guy Houston
• Assemblywoman Sharon Runner
• Riverside County Supervisor Marion Ashley
• San Jacinto Mayor Dale Stubblefield
• San Jacinto Vice-Mayor Ken Shaw
• San Jacinto Councilwoman Chris Buydos
• Beaumont Mayor Jeff Fox
• Beaumont Mayor Pro-Tem Brian Deforge
• Beaumont Councilwoman Martie Kilough
• Beaumont Councilman Larry Dressel
• Beaumont Councilman Roger Berg
• Perris Mayor Pro-tem John Motte
• Perris Councilman Al Landers
• Lew Uhler, Founder and President, National Tax Limitation Committee

(partial list)

In May of 2003, Jim Ayres retired with the rank of Master Sergeant after twenty-one years of service in the United State’s Air Force – service that included tours of duty in both Operation Desert Shield/Storm and Operation Decisive Endeavor, providing support for the no-fly zone over Bosnia.

A member of the San Jacinto City Council since 1999, Jim Ayres is also immediate past Chairman of the Riverside Transit Agency – an agency with the second largest service area in the United States and a $40 million dollar operational budget. Jim is also a Regional Co-Chair of the Jessica’s Law Initiative Campaign.

SAN JACINTO – Today, Assemblyman Nakanishi announced his endorsement of Jim Ayres in the open 65th Assembly District, joining a growing list of conservative leaders endorsing Ayres.

“As a twenty-one year Air Force veteran, Jim Ayres is the candidate that Republicans trust to fight for a stronger border and increased national security,” said Assemblyman Alan Nakanishi. “Republican legislators need Jim Ayres to join us in the fight against illegal immigration, and that’s why we support him.”

Assemblyman Nakanishi joins a long list of conservatives endorsing Ayres, including:

(partial list)

In May of 2003, Jim Ayres retired with the rank of Master Sergeant after twenty-one years of service in the United State’s Air Force – service that included tours of duty in both Operation Desert Shield/Storm and Operation Decisive Endeavor, providing support for the no-fly zone over Bosnia.

A member of the San Jacinto City Council since 1999, Jim Ayres is also immediate past Chairman of the Riverside Transit Agency – an agency with the second largest service area in the United States and a $40 million dollar operational budget. Jim is also a Regional Co-Chair of the Jessica’s Law Initiative Campaign.

SAN JACINTO – Today, popular GOP Assemblywoman, Chairwoman of the Republican Women’s Caucus, and Jessica’s Law co-author Sharon Runner announced her endorsement of Jim Ayres in the open 65th Assembly District, joining a growing list of conservative leaders endorsing Ayres.

“As a co-Chairman of the Jessica’s Law campaign, Jim Ayres is committed to protecting our children from those who would prey on them,” said Assemblywoman Runner. “Jim Ayres supports stronger law enforcement and stronger security along our borders. He’s the right candidate for Assembly, and that’s why so many Republicans in the legislature are supporting him.”

Assemblywoman Runner joins a long list of conservatives endorsing Ayres, including:

• Senate Republican Leader Dick Ackerman

• Senator Jeff Denham

• Senator George Runner

• Assemblyman Ray Haynes

• Assemblyman Mark Wyland

• Assemblyman Jay Lasuer

• Assemblyman Doug LaMalfa

• Assemblywoman Mimi Walters

• Assemblyman Dave Cogdill

• Assemblyman Sam Blakeslee

• Assemblyman Van Tran

• Assemblyman Guy Houston

• Riverside County Supervisor Marion Ashley

• San Jacinto Mayor Dale Stubblefield

• San Jacinto Vice-Mayor Ken Shaw

• San Jacinto Councilwoman Chris Buydos

• Beaumont Mayor Jeff Fox

• Beaumont Mayor Pro-Tem Brian Deforge

• Beaumont Councilwoman Martie Kilough

• Beaumont Councilman Larry Dressel

• Beaumont Councilman Roger Berg

• Perris Mayor Pro-tem John Motte

• Perris Councilman Al Landers

• Lew Uhler, Founder and President, National Tax Limitation Committee

In May of 2003, Jim Ayres retired with the rank of Master Sergeant after twenty-one years of service in the United State’s Air Force – service that included tours of duty in both Operation Desert Shield/Storm and Operation Decisive Endeavor, providing support for the no-fly zone over Bosnia.

A member of the San Jacinto City Council since 1999, Jim Ayres is also immediate past Chairman of the Riverside Transit Agency – an agency with the second largest service area in the United States and a $40 million dollar operational budget. Jim is also a Regional Co-Chair of the Jessica’s Law Initiative Campaign.

SAN JACINTO – Jim Ayres, Republican candidate for the open 65th Assembly District, received a notable statewide endorsement today from the California Association of Realtors.

“Helping families to realize the dream of homeownership is something I strive for as a city councilman,” Jim Ayres said. “I am proud to have the endorsement of the California Association of Realtors and look forward to working with them to safeguard property rights and help end the availability and affordability crisis that exists in the housing market in California today.”

The California Association of Realtors includes more than 115 local member Associations and more than 185,000 realtors.

In May of 2003, Jim Ayres retired with the rank of Master Sergeant after twenty-one years of service in the United State’s Air Force – service that included tours of duty in both Operation Desert Shield/Storm and Operation Decisive Endeavor, providing support for the no-fly zone over Bosnia.

A member of the San Jacinto City Council since 1999, Jim Ayres is also immediate past Chairman of the Riverside Transit Agency – an agency with the second largest service area in the United States and a $40 million dollar operational budget. Jim is also a Regional Co-Chair of the Jessica’s Law Initiative Campaign.

For the period ending March 17, 2006, Jim Ayres had already raised over $518,000 in campaign funds with $346,000 in available cash on hand.

SAN JACINTO – Jim Ayres continued to stretch his strong lead in fundraising during the current filing period, where Ayres collected another $107,000 in contributions and ended the period with $346,000 in cash on hand – more than all his opponents combined totals and more then double that of his nearest competitor.

Ayres’ total funds raised now top $518,000 – again more than all his opponent’s combined totals.

“Jim Ayres is one of the hardest working candidates I’ve seen, and his fundraising totals reflect that,” said Campaign Spokesman Tim Clark. “Ayres is by far the strong frontrunner in this race, and he’s consolidating the Republican donor base and grass roots activists.”

“The conservative platform of lower taxes, less government, and strong families is a message that I have identified with since I become a Republican at age 18,” Ayres commented. “That same conservative message is the one that I have been sharing with people around the district, and I am grateful for the outpouring of support.”

In May of 2003, Jim Ayres retired with the rank of Master Sergeant after twenty-one years of service in the United State’s Air Force – service that included tours of duty in both Operation Desert Shield/Storm and Operation Decisive Endeavor, providing support for the no-fly zone over Bosnia.

A member of the San Jacinto City Council since 1999, Jim Ayres is also immediate past Chairman of the Riverside Transit Agency – an agency with the second largest service area in the United States and a $40 million dollar operational budget. Jim is also a Regional Co-Chair of the Jessica’s Law Initiative Campaign.

SAN JACINTO – Jim Ayres, candidate to replace term-limited Assemblyman Russ Bogh in the 65th District, received a significant endorsement today from longtime Taxpayer Hero Lew Uhler, President of the National Tax Limitation Committee, one of California’s leading grassroots taxpayer organizations.

“Jim Ayres will go to Sacramento to help change the tax-and-spend mentality of the State Legislature,” said Uhler. “Ayres will fight against high taxes and taxes disguised as fees. He will oppose irresponsible spending by out-of-touch Liberals.”

“Lew Uhler champions constitutional limits on the growth of state and local taxes and spending. He worked closely with then Governor Ronald Reagan on fiscal policy,” said Jim Ayres. “The National Tax Limitation Committee is one of the watchdog groups in Sacramento that Liberals fear.”

In May of 2003, Jim Ayres retired with the rank of Master Sergeant after twenty-one years of service in the United State’s Air Force – service that included tours of duty in both Operation Desert Shield/Storm and Operation Decisive Endeavor, providing support for the no-fly zone over Bosnia.

A member of the San Jacinto City Council since 1999, Jim Ayres is also immediate past Chairman of the Riverside Transit Agency – an agency with the second largest service area in the United States and a $40 million dollar operational budget. Jim is also a Regional Co-Chair of the Jessica’s Law Initiative Campaign.

For the period ending March 17, 2006, Jim Ayres had already raised over $410,000 in campaign funds with $309,000 in available cash on hand.

SAN JACINTO – Following the announcement of support by Senate Republican Leader Dick Ackerman, today GOP Senator Jeff Denham announced his support for Jim Ayres for the open 65th Assembly seat.

“Jim Ayers is a true conservative who will bring leadership to Sacramento,” said Senator Denham. “As a fellow US Air Force Veteran, Jim knows what it takes to serve our Country and I am proud to endorse him for the State Assembly.”

“Senator Denham has a record of service not only to the people that he represents, but to the people of the United States,” Jim Ayres said. “I can’t express how much it means to me to have a fellow U.S. Air Force Veteran sign onto my campaign.”

In May of 2003, Jim Ayres retired with the rank of Master Sergeant after twenty-one years of service in the United State’s Air Force – service that included tours of duty in both Operation Desert Shield/Storm and Operation Decisive Endeavor, providing support for the no-fly zone over Bosnia.

A member of the San Jacinto City Council since 1999, Jim Ayres is also immediate past Chairman of the Riverside Transit Agency – an agency with the second largest service area in the United States and a $40 million dollar operational budget. Jim is also a Regional Co-Chair of the Jessica’s Law Initiative Campaign.

For the period ending December 31, 2005, Jim Ayres had already raised over $400,000 in campaign funds with $309,000 in available cash on hand.

SAN JACINTO – The Jim Ayres campaign for State Assembly continues to gain support from the Republican Leadership team as Senate Republican Leader Dick Ackerman endorsed Ayres in the race to replace term-limited Assemblyman Russ Bogh today.

“Jim will be a voice for fiscal accountability in a state government burdened by rampant spending and wasteful bureaucracy,” said Ackerman. “Jim Ayres will come to Sacramento with a list of Republican priorities including slashing waste and protecting California families from tax hikes and fee increases.”

“I am proud to have the highest ranking Republican Legislator in the state recognize me as the right conservative to represent the 65th Assembly District,” commented Ayres. “There is no doubt that every candidate fights for Senator Ackerman’s endorsement, and I am humbled to have the support of such a stalwart conservative leader.”

Senator Ackerman leads the Republican team in Sacramento and is a member of “Big 5,” which includes Governor Schwarzenegger, the President Pro Tem of the Senate, the Republican Assembly Leader, and the Speaker of the Assembly. During “Big 5” meetings, these legislative leaders participate in final negotiations on significant issues such as the California budget.

In May of 2003, Jim Ayres retired with the rank of Master Sergeant after twenty-one years of service in the United State’s Air Force – service that included tours of duty in both Operation Desert Shield/Storm and Operation Decisive Endeavor, providing support for the no-fly zone over Bosnia.

A member of the San Jacinto City Council since 1999, Jim Ayres is also immediate past Chairman of the Riverside Transit Agency – an agency with the second largest service area in the United States and a $40 million dollar operational budget. Jim is also a Regional Co-Chair of the Jessica’s Law Initiative Campaign.

For the period ending December 31, 2005, Jim Ayres had already raised over $400,000 in campaign funds with $309,000 in available cash on hand.

SAN JACINTO – Today, Republican Assemblyman Sam Blakeslee added his name to the growing list of supporters for Jim Ayres in his bid for the 65th Assembly District.

“Jim Ayres will be the type of Legislator that will help to reform government to restrain spending and reduce taxes,” said Assemblyman Blakeslee. “I am enthusiastic about his passion to fight for Republican ideals in the Legislature; he will be a solid vote for responsible government in Sacramento.”

“Sam Blakeslee was in my shoes a short time ago as a candidate and has proven to be an extremely successful Legislator,” said Ayres. “I am humbled by his support and look forward to serving with him next year.”

In May of 2003, Jim Ayres retired with the rank of Master Sergeant after twenty-one years of service in the United State’s Air Force – service that included tours of duty in both Operation Desert Shield/Storm and Operation Decisive Endeavor, providing support for the no-fly zone over Bosnia.

A member of the San Jacinto City Council since 1999, Jim Ayres is also immediate past Chairman of the Riverside Transit Agency – an agency with the second largest service area in the United States and a $40 million dollar operational budget. Jim is also a Regional Co-Chair of the Jessica’s Law Initiative Campaign.

For the period ending December 31, 2005, Jim Ayres had already raised over $400,000 in campaign funds with $309,000 in available cash on hand.

SAN JACINTO – Today, popular Assemblywoman Mimi Walters (R-Laguna Niguel) endorsed Jim Ayres for the open 65th Assembly District, adding her name to Ayres’ growing list of endorsers.

“Jim Ayres is a great American who has spent over twenty years of his life defending our country,” said Assemblywoman Walters. “After leaving the service, Jim then established himself on another battle-ground, that of local government. His leadership in San Jacinto has helped that city grow while maintaining low taxes and a balanced budget. That’s the type of leadership we need in the Assembly.”

Assemblywoman Mimi Walters is a member of the Republican Leadership team in Sacramento, where she serves as the Assembly Republican Whip. Walters is also a founding member of the California Women’s Leadership Association (CWLA) and has served on the Board of the National Association of Women Business Owners.

In May of 2003, Jim Ayres retired with the rank of Master Sergeant after twenty-one years of service in the United State’s Air Force – service that included tours of duty in both Operation Desert Shield/Storm and Operation Decisive Endeavor, providing support for the no-fly zone over Bosnia.

A member of the San Jacinto City Council since 1999, Jim Ayres is also immediate past Chairman of the Riverside Transit Agency – an agency with the second largest service area in the United States and a $40 million dollar operational budget. Jim is also a Regional Co-Chair of the Jessica’s Law Initiative Campaign.

For the period ending December 31, 2005, Jim Ayres had already raised over $400,000 in campaign funds with $309,000 in available cash on hand.

SAN JACINTO-Early campaign success continues to mount, as Senator George Runner (R-Antelope Valley) today announced his support for Jim Ayres in his campaign for the open 65th Assembly District.

“Jim’s leadership in the Inland Empire speaks volumes for the job he will do as a member of the Legislature,” said Runner. “His conservative values, coupled with his experience as a local elected official, make him a solid candidate for the 65th Assembly District.”

Explosive early fundraising and significant endorsements have propelled Jim Ayres to the front of the pack of those looking to replace Assemblyman Russ Bogh in this Inland Empire Republican stronghold. Senator George Runner, sponsor of the Jessica’s Law initiative, joins a growing list of State Legislators endorsing Jim Ayres.

In May of 2003, Jim Ayres retired with the rank of Master Sergeant after twenty-one years of service in the United State’s Air Force – service that included tours of duty in both Operation Desert Shield/Storm and Operation Decisive Endeavor, providing support for the no-fly zone over Bosnia.

A member of the San Jacinto City Council since 1999, Jim Ayres is also immediate past Chairman of the Riverside Transit Agency – an agency with the second largest service area in the United States and a $40 million dollar operational budget.

For the period ending December 31, 2005, Jim Ayres had already raised over $400,000 in campaign funds with $309,000 in available cash on hand.

BEAUMONT – Today, Assemblymen Jay LaSuer and Doug LaMalfa announced their support for Jim Ayres in his campaign for the open 65th Assembly District, joining Ray Haynes and Mark Wyland, among a host of other GOP elected officials.

“We need Jim’s drive, values, and tenacity here in Sacramento,” said Assemblyman LaMalfa. “He will be a solid vote to curb the out of control spending and bureaucratic waste that has plagued California’s government for so long.”

“I have no doubt that once elected, Jim Ayres will be a solid Conservative vote in the State Assembly,” added Jay LaSuer. “The people of the 65th District will be well served having Jim Ayres as their Assemblyman.”

Assemblymen LaSuer and LaMalfa join a growing list of Ayres supporters, including over thirty local elected Mayors, council members, Supervisors and other GOP elected officials.

In May of 2003, Jim Ayres retired with the rank of Master Sergeant after twenty-one years of service in the United State’s Air Force – service that included tours of duty in both Operation Desert Shield/Storm and Operation Decisive Endeavor, providing support for the no-fly zone over Bosnia.

A member of the San Jacinto City Council since 1999, Jim Ayres is also immediate past Chairman of the Riverside Transit Agency – an agency with the second largest service area in the United States and a $40 million dollar operational budget.

For the period ending December 31, 2005, Jim Ayres had already raised over $400,000 in campaign funds with $309,000 in available cash on hand.

BEAUMONT – For the period ending December 31, 2005, Jim Ayres raised over $410,000, and will report over $309,000 in available cash on hand in the soon to be released campaign finance statements.

“Jim Ayres has set an unprecedented pace in raising money for this seat,” said Campaign Spokesman Tim Clark. “The Inland Empire’s GOP donor base has rallied behind this twenty-one year Air Force veteran, and they’ve made a very strong statement.”

Ayres’ strong fundraising is rivaled only by his near complete sweep of endorsements by local GOP Mayors, Council Members, Supervisors and other elected officials.

In May of 2003, Jim Ayres retired with the rank of Master Sergeant after twenty-one years of service in the United State’s Air Force – service that included tours of duty in both Operation Desert Shield/Storm and Operation Decisive Endeavor, providing support for the no-fly zone over Bosnia.

A member of the San Jacinto City Council since 1999, Jim Ayres is also the immediate past Chairman of the Riverside Transit Agency – an agency with the second largest service area in the United States and a $40 million dollar operational budget.

SAN JACINTO-Early campaign success continues to mount, as Senator George Runner (R-Antelope Valley) today announced his support for Jim Ayres in his campaign for the open 65th Assembly District.

“Jim’s leadership in the Inland Empire speaks volumes for the job he will do as a member of the Legislature,” said Runner. “His conservative values, coupled with his experience as a local elected official, make him a solid candidate for the 65th Assembly District.”

Explosive early fundraising and significant endorsements have propelled Jim Ayres to the front of the pack of those looking to replace Assemblyman Russ Bogh in this Inland Empire Republican stronghold. Senator George Runner, sponsor of the Jessica’s Law initiative, joins a growing list of State Legislators endorsing Jim Ayres.
 
In May of 2003, Jim Ayres retired with the rank of Master Sergeant after twenty-one years of service in the United State’s Air Force – service that included tours of duty in both Operation Desert Shield/Storm and Operation Decisive Endeavor, providing support for the no-fly zone over Bosnia.

A member of the San Jacinto City Council since 1999, Jim Ayres is also immediate past Chairman of the Riverside Transit Agency – an agency with the second largest service area in the United States and a $40 million dollar operational budget.

For the period ending December 31, 2005, Jim Ayres had already raised over $400,000 in campaign funds with $309,000 in available cash on hand.

BEAUMONT – On Friday, San Jacinto City Councilman and Candidate for the 65th Assembly District, Jim Ayres, pledged his time and $10,000 in campaign fund to help qualify Jessica’s Law for the November 2006 ballot.

If passed, this initiative would create the toughest and most comprehensive sex offender punishment and control act in the nation by prohibiting sex offenders from living within 2,000 feet of any school or park and use GPS satellite technology to track sex offenders for life.

Jim Ayres joined Assemblyman Russ Bogh, Riverside County Supervisor Marion Ashley, local elected officials and law enforcement on Friday at Palm Elementary School in Beaumont, asking parents to join them in signing the Jessica’s Law petitions. Palm Elementary School is dangerously neighbored by four sex offenders living within 2,000 feet of its gates.

“I watched as kindergarteners who were dismissed from school walked through a neighborhood blanketed with sex offenders,” said Ayers. “Unfortunately, the Inland Empire has become one of many dumping grounds around the state for these criminals and Jessica’s law will help parents, like myself, feel more secure about their kids playing in their own neighborhoods.”

Ayres announced at the petition signing that he will donate $10,000 to the Jessica’s Law campaign, and that he will urge voters throughout the Inland Empire to support this effort.

“I hope that the $10,000 that I donate to the Jessica’s Law campaign will go a long way toward getting this measure on the ballot,” said Ayres.

Ayres, currently serving on the Council for the city of San Jacinto, has solidified his position as frontrunner in the campaign to succeed term limited State Assemblyman Russ Bogh. In 2003, Ayres retired after a 21-year career in the United States Air Force.

By CHARLES HAND/The Valley Chronicle Friday, October 07, 2005

If the federal government cannot keep people from illegally crossing into California from Mexico, then the state should form a police agency to do the job, says San Jacinto city councilman and Assembly candidate Jim Ayres.

Ayres has thrown his support behind a proposed initiative sponsored by Assemblyman Ray Haynes to form a state agency to patrol the border and get tough on not only those who cross illegally, but business operators who hire them.

Not only has Ayres thrown his political support to the initiative, but his financial support. He gave the campaign committee $10,000 from his election treasury.

”Jim has made a significant effort to further the initiative,“ Haynes said of his decision to make Ayres an honorary co-chairman.

Haynes, who will be forced from office by the term limits law next year, also endorsed Ayres' candidacy for the Assembly. Ayres is running for the 65th District seat being vacated by Assemblyman Russ Bogh.

”He has been a true leader in a variety of ways throughout the area,“ Haynes said of Ayres. ”I can't say enough good things about him.“

Robin Lowe, a member of the City Council in neighboring Hemet and a candidate for the same Assembly seat Ayres is running for, said she sees issues with the border police initiative. ”The concept has merit,“ she said. ”I just want to know what prison we're going to put them in,“ referring to those arrested by the border police.

California has no reason to expect help from the federal government if the state starts arresting, processing, imprisoning, and deporting a large number of illegal immigrants, she said.

Ayres said the idea of forming a state border police force arose out of the Minutemen, a group of civilians who have set up a series of extra-governmental watch posts along the border between Arizona and Mexico. The Minutemen observe and report to the U.S. Border Patrol if they see illegal activity, Ayres said.

Some of those patrolling the border have been reported to carry firearms as well.

At issue, said Ayres, is the cost to California of educating, providing health care for, and processing through the judicial system those who come here illegally.

He said the estimated $300 million a year it will cost to set up and operate California border police will be offset by $4 billion in savings on government services.

Lowe said she suspects the estimate of the savings is high and the estimates on the cost of the border police are low.

Not only will stemming the flow of illegal immigrants reduce demand for government services, but reduce competition for jobs that those here legally, whether native born or legally immigrated, could get, Ayres said.

”It would take away the competition,“ he said.

Besides, said Ayres, ”In 10 years, one in five people in our population will be from somewhere else“ in the absence of controls in illegal immigration.

He said there are 3 million people illegally in California ”and thousands more crossing our borders or coastline every month.“

Despite his support of the initiative, Ayres said he is not opposed to immigration. ”You can come here, but you've got to go through the process,“ he said.

Ayres said he sees little likelihood of the federal government increasing its enforcement, leaving the job to the states. ”Clearly enforcement of this issue is inadequate,“ he said. ”It needs to be addressed through the initiative.“

The initiative committee needs 600,000 signatures to qualify for the June 2006 ballot. Haynes said this week he is not certain how many signatures have been collected.

Cements status in 65th district as the conservative’s choice by taking the lead in combating illegal immigration.

San Jacinto - San Jacinto City Councilman and candidate for the 65th Assembly district Jim Ayres today was named as a “Co-Chairman” of the CA Border Patrol Initiative. With illegal immigration becoming an increasingly important issue, Ayres is joining with Assemblyman Ray Haynes to allow the state to take a proactive role in fixing the crisis of illegal immigration in California.

“Californians have been ill served by the current enforcement of immigration laws in this state,” said Ayres. “Not only does illegal immigration compromise national security, it compromises California’s economic security as well. The current shortfall in state government can be directly attributed to the billions of dollars paid out to support non-citizens and liberal programs that cater to them,” said Ayres.

Ayres believes that the Border patrol initiative is igniting a groundswell of support on the local level to solve this problem that government has refused to address. “The people are speaking and demand that this problem be fixed. They will no longer tolerate politicians who allow these problems to fester and do not take action. I am proud to be a vehicle for this change and take the fight for our conservative values to Sacramento.”

Ayres, currently serving on Council for the city of San Jacinto and Chairman of the Riverside Transit Agency, has solidified his position as the frontrunner in the campaign to succeed term limited state Assemblyman Russ Bogh. In 2003, Ayres retired after a 21 year career in the United States Air Force.

Asks Governor to veto bill by San Francisco Assemblyman Mark Leno that would legalize gay marriage in California.

San Jacinto - San Jacinto City Councilman and candidate for the 65th Assembly District Jim Ayres today called upon Governor Schwarzenegger to veto Assembly Bill 849 which would legalize gay marriage in the state of California.

“The voters of California passed Proposition 22 overwhelmingly that declared marriage is between a man and a woman,” stated Ayres. “The continued disregard for the will of the people of California by the failed liberal majority must come to an end,” Ayres continued.

Ayres believes that this legislation shows how out of touch the Democrats in the State Assembly have become. “While there are many problems in California, Assembly Democrats have now identified traditional values as one of the problems by making this bill a priority,” said Ayres. “It is long past time to have a leadership in the Assembly that addresses the real problems facing us like creating good paying jobs for hard working families, lowering taxes and tackling the crisis of illegal immigration.”

Ayres, currently serving on Council for the city of San Jacinto and Chairman of the Riverside Transit Agency, has solidified his position as the frontrunner in the campaign to succeed term limited State Assemblyman Russ Bogh. In 2003, Ayres retired after a 21 year career in the United States Air Force.

San Jacinto- San Jacinto City Councilman and candidate for the 65th Assembly district Jim Ayres today reacted to the passage of Senate Bill 60, the bill that would give driver’s licenses to illegal immigrants by asking Governor Schwarzenegger to veto this legislation.

“Once again, we see the extreme liberals in Sacramento pushing a policy that will encourage more illegal immigration not less,” said Ayres. “I am asking Governor Schwarzenegger to continue defending hard working taxpayers and securing our borders to protect our national security by vetoing this throwback to the Gray Davis era.”

Ayres also pledged his support for Assemblyman Ray Haynes’ initiative to create a California state border patrol as well as for the Governor declaring a state of emergency to push the federal government to protect America’s borders.

“After 9-11, it is critical that we protect this border that terrorists could use to gain entry to this country,” continued Ayres. “Having spent over 20 years in service to this nation in the United States Air Force, I understand that government’s main responsibility is protecting its citizens and preventing another attack on American soil. As a State Assemblyman, I will take that responsibility to my fellow citizens seriously by not sacrificing our border security to political correctness.”

Ayres, currently serving on Council for the city of San Jacinto and Chairman of the Riverside Transit Agency, has solidified his position as the frontrunner in the campaign to succeed term limited state Assemblyman Russ Bogh. In 2003, Ayres retired after a 21 year career in the United States Air Force.

Conservative leader backs San Jacinto councilman and AD 65 frontrunner Jim Ayres in his race to replace term-limited Assemblyman Russ Bogh.

San Jacinto - San Jacinto City Councilman and candidate for the 65th Assembly district Jim Ayres today received the endorsement of current Assemblyman and former State Senator Ray Haynes in his campaign to win the 65th Assembly district. Haynes is known as a long-time Inland Empire and conservative movement leader and brings added strength and momentum to Ayres’ campaign to win this heavily Republican district in next years June primary.

“I am honored to have Ray’s support and will fight to uphold our conservative values to protect the hard working families of the Inland Empire whose values are under attack every day in Sacramento by liberal extremists,” said Ayres. “Having the support of Ray Haynes is an important indicator to conservatives of the values I will fight for in Sacramento to bring hope to California.”

Ayres consultant Carl Fogliani stressed that Assemblyman Haynes’ endorsement gives the Ayres campaign growing momentum and credibility with conservative activists who will help decide the winner in this conservative district. “After leading the field in the June 30th campaign finance reports, Jim Ayres is now building a formidable team of local and conservative leaders led by Assemblyman Haynes to move this campaign to the next level,” said Fogliani. “This defines Jim Ayres as the conservative in this race.”

Ayres, currently serving on Council for the city of San Jacinto and Chairman of the Riverside Transit Agency, has solidified his position as the frontrunner in the campaign to succeed term limited state Assemblyman Russ Bogh. In 2003, Ayres retired after a 21 year career in the United States Air Force.

Ayres Fundraising Hard to Break Away From
July 28, 2005

65^th Assembly district candidate brings in over a quarter million dollars in reporting period.  Will report over $240,000 in cash on hand.

San Jacinto - San Jacinto City Councilman and candidate for the 65th Assembly District Jim Ayres will report that his fundraising totals will exceed all expectations by raising over $250,000 and banking over $240,000 in the reporting period that ended on June 30th. The reports will also show that Jim Ayres did not need personal loans to cover a weak fundraising report.

“I am humbled that so many people are supporting my campaign to fight for conservative values for my fellow citizens here in the Inland Empire. I look forward to continuing to take this campaign to the voters of the district so they can become a part of this effort to cut wasteful spending, lower taxes and improve our ailing transportation system,” said Ayres.

“Jim Ayres once again has proven himself as the frontrunner to replace Assemblyman Russ Bogh,” said Ayres’ consultant Carl Fogliani. “While other campaigns are having trouble raising money, Jim has shown the commitment necessary to raise a quarter of a million dollars early to win this district. With his background on transportation issues, a stellar military record and the ability to deliver his message to the voters of the 65th Assembly district, Jim Ayres truly is at the head of the pack in the 65th.”

Ayres, currently serving on Council for the City of San Jacinto and Chairman of the Riverside Transit Agency, has solidified his position as the frontrunner in the campaign to succeed term limited state Assemblyman Russ Bogh. In 2003, Ayres retired after a 21 year career in the United States Air Force. 
 

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The Ayres Alert
A Look at the Race for the 65th Assembly District

More Local Officials Back Ayres

Momentum continues to build for San Jacinto Councilman in the 65th AD

Beaumont Mayor Pro-Tem Jeff Fox and Councilwoman Martie Killough along with Perris Mayor Pro-Tem John Motte have given Republican Jim Ayres their endorsement in the 65th Assembly District race to succeed termed out Assemblyman Russ Bogh (R-Cherry Valley).

“I am honored to receive the endorsements of these local leaders who share my commitment to strengthening law enforcement, improving transportation and fighting for conservative values in Sacramento.” said Ayres. “They know that I will be a strong leader in the fight to protect the Inland Empire and help Governor Schwarzenegger reform California.”

Ayres consultant Carl Fogliani believes this growing groundswell of support will continue to place Ayres as the frontrunner in this heavily Republican district. “Jim Ayres in continuing to build a solid base of unified Republican Party support and is building an organization that will be formidable to compete against in a Republican primary. The Ayres campaign has the message, organization and the financial firepower to continue to pace the Republican field in this district,” said Fogliani.
 

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Ayres Slams Assembly Democrats on Driver’s Licenses
June 28, 2005

Calls Assembly Transportation Committee’s vote to give licenses to those in the country illegally a “dangerous reward to break the law.”

San Jacinto- San Jacinto City Councilman and candidate for the 65th Assembly district Jim Ayres today reacted to the Assembly Transportation Committee’s approval of Senate Bill 60, a bill that would give driver’s licenses to those in this country illegally.

“Once again, the extremist liberals running the Assembly have put politics ahead of safeguarding our borders,” said Ayres. “By extending a dangerous reward to break the law, those Assembly democrats who voted for this bill have proven they have no regard for the rule of law or the safety of their fellow citizens.”

Ayres believes the people of California have spoken loud and clear on the issue of stopping illegal immigration. “The last time they pushed this issue and refused to listen to the will of the people it cost the liberals the Governor’s office,” said Ayres. “My campaign will be highlighting my Republican vision for a safer California border and I am looking forward to the debate.”

Ayres, currently serving on Council for the city of San Jacinto and Chairman of the Riverside Transit Agency, has solidified his position as the frontrunner in the campaign to succeed term limited state Assemblyman Russ Bogh. In 2003, Ayres retired after a 21 year career in the United States Air Force that included service in Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm.

Gun Owners of California Endorse Jim Ayres
June 20, 2005

Candidate’s strong stand on second amendment leads to endorsement.

San Jacinto-Jim Ayres’ campaign received a huge boost as the California Gun Owners Association weighed in to endorse his campaign to replace term-limited Assemblyman Russ Bogh in the strongly Republican 65th district.

With a strongly Republican seat and conservative voters in a district with a large rural population, Ayres adds a key piece of the puzzle in locking down this critical element of the Republican Party.

“Your strong support of the Second Amendment and all the hard work that you have already put into your campaign is a testament to your dedication to do what needs to be done,” said Sam Paredes, Executive Director of the California Gun Owners Association.

“I thank the California Gun Owners for their support,” said Ayres. “I am looking forward to serving in Sacramento to fight on behalf of the many law abiding men and women who exercise their freedoms under the second amendment that has been under attack by extremist liberals in this state for far too long.”

Ayres, currently serving on Council for the city of San Jacinto and Chairman of the Riverside Transit Agency, continues to solidify his position as the frontrunner in the campaign to succeed Assemblyman Bogh. In 2003, Ayres retired after a 21 year career in the United States Air Force.

Ayres Blasts Assembly Democrats on Gay Marriage
May 27, 2005

Calls Appropriations Committee’s passing of Assembly Bill 19 “A slap in the face to California voters.”

San Jacinto-San Jacinto City Councilman and candidate for the 65th Assembly district Jim Ayres today reacted to the Assembly Appropriations Committee’s passing of Assembly Bill 19 (Leno, D-San Francisco), a bill that legalizes gay marriage.

“Once again, the liberals in the Legislature refuse to work to solve the problems of California and have chosen to overturn the will of voters expressed in Proposition 22,” said Ayres. “Rather than work on bringing the out of control bureaucracy under control or spending their time trying to help the Governor fix the state budget they would rather fight to attack California families and undermine mainstream values. This is a slap in the face to the voters of California.”

Ayres pledged to be a leader in the fight against the extremist liberals running the Assembly if elected in 2006. “I will stand up and a leader in the fight against the extremist liberals and their San Francisco-Fits-All values,” said Ayres. “We must restore accountability to the Assembly by stopping these destructive social experiments.”

Ayres, currently serving on Council for the city of San Jacinto and Chairman of the Riverside Transit Agency, has solidified his position as the frontrunner in the campaign to succeed term limited state Assemblyman Russ Bogh. In 2003, Ayres retired after a 21 year career in the United States Air Force.

Ayres Applauds Governor’s Stance Against Viagra for Sex Offenders
May 31, 2005

Supports Governor’s push to stop taxpayer funded erectile dysfunction drugs from going to convicted sex offenders.

San Jacinto- San Jacinto City Councilman and candidate for the 65th Assembly district Jim Ayres today reacted to Governor Schwarzenegger’s directive to state agencies to stop providing convicted sex offenders with taxpayer-funded drugs that treat erectile dysfunction.

“Keeping our citizens safe and making sure tax dollars are not wasted on insane liberal policies like this are our elected official’s responsibility. I commend the Governor for ending this dangerous practice and will fully support his efforts to rein in the wasteful spending such as this,” said Ayres. “State government needs to get it’s priorities in order and stop these egregious examples of taxpayer abuse that not only waste dollars but endanger our citizens. I want to go to Sacramento to help Governor Schwarzenegger take on this out of control state government.”

Ayres, currently serving on Council for the city of San Jacinto and Chairman of the Riverside Transit Agency, has solidified his position as the frontrunner in the campaign to succeed term limited state Assemblyman Russ Bogh. In 2003, Ayres retired after a 21 year career in the United States Air Force.

Ayres Wins Local Endorsements
May 23, 2005

Momentum continues to build for San Jacinto Councilman in his bid for Assembly.

San Jacinto-Jim Ayres’ campaign for State Assembly continued it’s domination in winning endorsements of local elected officials by announcing three new endorsements today. Coming on board the Ayres team this week are San Jacinto Mayor Chris Buydos, Hemet Unified School District Board Member Mike Cook and San Jacinto Planning Commissioner Vinay Rao.

“This early support is exciting and means my message of conservative values and fighting for the Inland Empire in Sacramento is taking hold,” said Ayres. “Making sure that the 65th district has representation that reflects its’ values is critical to our growing district and I am honored to have the support of these individuals who understand the challenges we face locally and in the state.”

Ayres, currently serving on Council for the city of San Jacinto and Chairman of the Riverside Transit Agency, has solidified his position as the frontrunner in the campaign to succeed term limited state Assemblyman Russ Bogh. In 2003, Ayres retired after a 21 year career in the United States Air Force.

“With a strong background in transportation, service as a successful local elected official and 21 years of service to this nation, Jim Ayres is winning support from across the district,” said Ayres Campaign Consultant Carl Fogliani. “This is a great start and the momentum will continue as Jim Ayres reaches out to all corners of the 65th district,” said Fogliani.

Ayres Momentum Grows in 65th Assembly District
April 28, 2005

Local Elected Officials continue to endorse front-running Republican candidate.

San Jacinto-Jim Ayres continues to build momentum through the endorsements of local elected officials this week. This week the Ayres campaign announced the endorsements of Beaumont Councilman Brian Deforge, Mt. San Jacinto School Board Trustee Ann Motte, San Jacinto Unified School Boardmember John Schouten and Valley Wide Board of Directors President Nick Schouten.

“Serving in the state Assembly is about being able to work with and deliver for your community in Sacramento. I am gratified to see that these local officials have the confidence in my ability to deliver and hit the ground running for the Inland Empire. We have many issues that I am fighting for from transportation funding for Interstate 79 to relieve traffic congestion that robs us of time with our families to taking on the special interests and career bureaucrats in Sacramento and I am looking forward to working with our local officials to help deliver for the people we represent,” said Ayres.

Ayres, currently serving on Council for the city of San Jacinto and Chairman of the Riverside Transit Agency, has solidified his position as the frontrunner in the campaign to succeed term limited state Assemblyman Russ Bogh. In 2003, Ayres retired after a 21 year career in the United States Air Force.

“Jim Ayres continues to build momentum and support with each passing week,” said Ayres Campaign Consultant Carl Fogliani. “His understanding of the complex issues facing the 65th district and his ability to build the organization necessary to win make him a formidable candidate in AD 65.”
 

Supervisor Marion Ashley Endorses Ayres
April 28, 2005

Multiple endorsement a major blow to Salas campaign.

San Jacinto-Jim Ayres campaign for state Assembly received a huge boost today as Riverside County Supervisor Marion Ashley endorsed Ayres in his campaign to win the seat of term-limited Assemblyman Russ Bogh in the 65th Assembly district.

“I am honored to have the support of Supervisor Ashley and grateful that he sees that I am ready to serve the people of the 65th district in Sacramento,” said Ayres. “Supervisor Ashley has the respect of voters in Riverside County and I look forward to working closely with him to make sure that we here in the Inland Empire receive our fair share in transportation and local government funding. I am gratified that the Supervisor recognizes my ability to deliver for the Inland Empire and address critical issues like Interstate 79.”

Ayres, currently serving on Council for the city of San Jacinto and Chairman of the Riverside Transit Agency, has solidified his position as the frontrunner in the campaign to succeed Assemblyman Russ Bogh. In 2003, Ayres retired after a 21 year career in the United States Air Force.

“Jim Ayres is recognized as the leading candidate in the 65th Assembly district and the momentum continues to build,” said Ayres Campaign Consultant Carl Fogliani.