Ridley-Thomas names transition team

Even though he takes the oath of office on Monday, Supervisor-elect Mark Ridley-Thomas announced Friday creation of a transition team to provide him with advice on a variety of issues facing the county.
USC President Steven B. Sample will chair the group, which includes a number of long-time political allies who have been active in city and state politics.
"The voters of the 2nd District voted for change," Ridley-Thomas said. "Key to that change is the involvement and participation of stakeholders and residents throughout the Second District."
Other members include former state Sen.Sheila Kuehl, budget reform; Connie Rice, public safety; California Endowment president Robert Ross, health services, West Los Angeles College President Mark Rocha, workforce development; Labor leader Maria Elena Durazo; commissions and governance; Community of Friends chief Dora Leong Gallo, housing services; Coalition for Clean Air director Martin Schlageter, environmental quality; National Women of Business Owners president Cynthia McLain-HIll. small business development.