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August 27, 2010
Clayton council hopefuls want more businesses downtown
By Paul Thissen, Contra Costa Times
When three candidates for Clayton City Council recorded a round-table forum for local television, they agreed about almost everything. They praised Clayton's small-town feel and said the city needs to work to invigorate its downtown.
The only disagreement came regarding the urban limit line, which sets boundaries for development. Incumbents Hank Stratford and David Shuey said it should stay where it is; Ted Meriam said it should be expanded to include the Cemex quarry and a nearby unincorporated neighborhood.
August 20, 2010
Incumbents challenged for 2 city council seats
By Tamara Steiner, Clayton Pioneer
A Microsoft executive and a small business owner will face off against the incumbents for the two open seats on the City Council this November.
Jim Diaz has lived in Clayton for 30 years and owns a small security and investigations business. He is a member of the Clayton Business and Community Association. He made an unsuccessful bid for the council in 2008.
Ted Meriam, a 2001 graduate of Clayton Valley High School, moved back to Clayton in 2008 after graduating from the University of Puget Sound and is an executive with Microsoft. He sits on the Clayton Planning Commission and holds memberships in the CBCA, Clayton Garden Club and the Historical Society. Meriam is co-founder with Joe Medrano of Passport to Clayton (P2C), a local fundraising organization. Diaz and Meriam will face off against incumbents Hank Stratford and Dave Shuey.
August 20, 2010
Learning about vermicomposting at the Clayton Valley Pumpkin Farm
At the recent Clayton Valley Garden Club meeting, Membership Chairman Ted Meriam joined fellow gardeners at a workshop of vermicomposting or the process of using worms to compost. Sharon Osteen, owner of the Clayton Valley Pumpkin Farm, hosted the workshop for the garden club. Ted, an avid gardener, not only sits on the Club's board, but also enjoys their many educational workshops and speakers. To view the complete story, simply click the article from the Clayton Pioneer below:
July 30, 2010
Ted Meriam announces candidacy for Clayton City Council in November's election
Long-time Clayton resident Ted Meriam filed papers at City Hall this afternoon, marking a formal interest in running for City Council in November’s election. Ted will be running for two open seats, currently filled by incumbents Hank Stratford and David Shuey, whose terms expire this year.
Ted is a familiar face around City Hall, as he currently is a Clayton Planning Commissioner, where he is helping chart the future vision of the town. Also, as the President of the Clayton Historical Society, he understands, promotes, and honors the past. Ultimately, he envisions a vibrant city that honors Clayton's history, while also meeting the needs of current and future citizens.
After being away for college and to launch his career at Microsoft, Ted returned to Clayton to start his own family, with strong desire to give back to a community that has provided so much to him over the years. With strong leadership throughout the Clayton community, Ted will continue this positive trend.
Together we can make a difference in the community, so please follow the campaign at TedMeriam.com or call 925-388-6011.