Dear Santa Barbara City Councilmembers,
I am writing to formally request that the rent stabilization proposal be placed on the ballot for a public vote. While individual councilmembers represent their specific districts, the localized perspectives currently driving this discussion may not reflect the best interests of the city as a whole.
This matter is far too significant to be rushed, particularly when it appears to be influenced by political considerations. Given the impact on our community, I ask that you allow the voters to decide on this issue through a general election.