Vote Corey Calaycay for Claremont City Council

Lucas Grannis, Editor-in-Chief • November 1, 2024

After nearly two decades of dependable leadership, Corey Calaycay looks to hold onto Claremont’s District 1 seat.

As an 18-year-old first-time voter, I am proud to support Corey Calaycay’s reelection campaign for Claremont City Council. I have spent the past six weeks knocking on doors witnessing firsthand how he speaks with residents about their concerns, and the unique approach he brings to local politics. He ran for Council at just 19 years old, and has missed only one Council meeting in 19 years. Voters have repeatedly trusted him for the tangible progress he delivers.

Calaycay has championed community-centered initiatives like Courier Place, one of LA County’s pioneering multigenerational affordable housing projects. He has also supported the Tri-City Mental Health permanent supportive housing development for seniors on Baseline. Additionally, he allocated substantial funds—$1 million from the American Rescue Plan Act and an additional $600,000 in City housing funds—to create a renter assistance program that supports both tenants and landlords. His track record shows a commitment to fostering sustainable, practical, and community-centered solutions to housing. Furthermore, his dedication in support of local law enforcement, improving infrastructure, and protecting Claremont’s independence from state overreach reflects a deep commitment to the voices of all Claremont residents.

Calaycay’s accomplishments pose a stark contrast to his opponent. In her candidate profile on September 20, Rachel Forester claimed it is time to “look at the things that the community is asking for,” but refused to mention her campaign is fueled by outside contributions and interests that do not represent Claremont. While both candidates agreed to keep this election nonpartisan, Forester has accepted mailers, endorsements, and donations from political groups beyond Claremont. However, Calaycay has refused out-of-town support from corporations or individuals, a testament to his integrity and his commitment to Claremont’s best interests.

Beyond his achievements, what truly sets Calaycay apart is his integrity. He believes in nonpartisan local elections. For him, this means that Claremont’s issues are not about party lines, they are about what is good for our community. I have seen him treat every resident with care and genuine respect, showing why residents have placed his yard signs side by side with their candidate choices on both sides of the political spectrum.

Corey Calaycay offers the dependable leadership we need for our future, and it is a privilege to support him.

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Lucas Grannis, Editor-in-Chief

Lucas Grannis is a senior at Claremont High School and a proud four-year member of the Wolfpacket staff. Rising through the ranks from reporter to assistant editor to head editor, Grannis is now thrilled to serve as Editor-in-Chief in his final year on staff. In addition to his role with the Wolfpacket, Grannis is also the Team Captain for the Speech & Debate team, embracing the challenges of leadership with confidence. In his free time, he enjoys building his dynasty of success in both ping pong and pickleball. While Grannis' future college plans remain undecided, his passion for politics and helping others is unwavering. Grannis is committed to making a difference in the world, and he’s certain that in thirty years, major news outlets will be quoting him as he continues to live up to his “main character” destiny. Forever and always, "it's Wolfpacket bro."