The mayor's office involvement was only to ensure the appropriate community outreach took place. Other than that, the process was fully transparent.

If you have an earthquake like there have been, seven or eight on the Richter scale, the scope of the disaster will be overwhelming and Katrina is a real-life illustration of what would happen. That's why we've focused on the average citizen being prepared.

We're confident the measures are being implemented in a way that protects people's rights to express themselves but also allows people to participate in the convention, which is also a form of expression.

We've worked very hard to make sure city government is prepared for a natural disaster. What we need to happen, as well, is for the citizens to be well prepared.

The mayor views this as an opportunity to take a comprehensive view of our Police Department. there are a lot of things to look at. The mayor is looking for a public servant whose integrity and impartiality are beyond reproach.

People in California are going to be safer because this legislation passed, no doubt about it.

Really disappointed he can't make it.

The bottom line is that voters need to decide what significance they attach to these stories, ... No, what we're talking about here is qualification and who is qualified to lead the state of California.

I think the reimbursement speaks for itself.