Greater Merced Chamber endorses Galgiani for re-election over Mobley

The Greater Merced Chamber of Commerce said it has endorsed Assemblymember Cathleen Galgiani in her reelection bid for California’s 17th Assembly District.

The chamber’s Government Review Council (GRC) interviewed both Galgiani and her opponent, Jack Mobley, and made the recommendation to the chamber’s board of directors July 16.

“The board made its decision based upon set criteria, which included support for local business, efforts to restore Merced’s economic vitality and involvement in promoting major infrastructure projects in the area, such as the High Speed Rail and the G Street undercrossing.," the chamber said in a news release.

"The chamber has previously announced its endorsement of these important projects, and continued support at the state level is needed to ensure their success," said Jennifer Krumm, chamber COO. "Ms. Galgiani has been substantially responsible for the progress of these projects to date, and it's just not a good time to switch horses."