She worked as a marketing manager for trade publications and later obtained a masters degree in teaching English as a second language. js.src="https://connect.facebook.net/en_US/sdk.js#xfbml=1&version=v3.0&appId=348280475330978&autoLogAppEvents=1"; It would have created an enormous traffic problem at a critical crossing, would have diverted business away from existing stores and shops that give the city much of its character and appeal, and eliminated crucial open space. Incumbent Leslie Bunker faces three challengers for Seat 3. Bring focus back to local issues. In District-3 which includes most of the southern end of the county, incumbent Alicia Muoz faces off against Marvin Attiq. an Oceanside School District for at least 30 days prior to election Registration: Voter registration shall take place year-round between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. weekdays in the District Clerk's office at 145 Merle Avenue, except during the five days prior to any school district election. Documentary film maker Rita Grant made a 2017 short film about Higa and his work at Cherokee Point Elementary School. Home mortgage strategist Bob Weller has the endorsement of all five sitting board members. The Democrats endorse Muoz and the Republicans endorse Attiq. He is a long-time member of the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce as well as Oceanside American Legion Memorial Post #1246 where he served as Commander for three years. We need someone willing to say no to cutting from our kids to benefit adults.. The bedrock of American Democracy is the school board. I have been a resident of Encinitas for over 25 years. For the priorities, candidates were asked to disperse topic rankings evenly into four categories: lowest relative priority, below average, above average and highest relative priority. Oceanside needs to be able to control its own housing destiny. The Nassau Suffolk School Boards Association has recognized Mrs. Schoell with one of its highest awards for board leadership. Public school students 16,261 Charter school students 2,410 Percent charter 12.9%. Public school students 19,527 Charter school students 2,565 Percent charter 11.6%. Posted on February 28, 2023 by Editor. Id like to change the way we are going about the affordable housing issue. Anthony Bona. He was also the liaison between the #9E PTA and the Board of Education. The trains are nearly empty, busses seem to be ok with the current routes. The OUSD Board of Education is comprised of five members elected to four-year terms by the voters of Oceanside. For the environment, in the world of constraints, other levels of government county and state have this covered. Two of his three children attended El Camino High School and one is a junior at the school. Id like to tighten local governments control a little bit. I understand the need for the State to ask cities to do their part around affordable housing, but it is not right for the State to dictate how affordable housing is integrated into the Encinitas landscape. I intend to go to Sacramento with like minded representatives and fight this. The third candidate Jason Bennett lists himself as a restaurateur and father. November marks the first time in 12 years that Bill Gore, who retired earlier this year, will not be on the ballot for the countys top law enforcement seat. Together with his wife, Sandie, he has raised two children and is a proud grandfather of four grandchildren, all of whom have attended Oceanside Schools. A fundamental purpose of government is to ensure the safety of its citizens. Maddison, 60, served as parent representative on Oceanside Unified s Local Control Accountability Plan Committee and also on the Parent Advisory Committee, helped found the Oceanside Parents 4 Kids PTO group, and is a member of the El Camino High School site council. 145 Merle Avenue. I promise to promote economic development that will reduce rising costs and ensure Carlsbad families dont have to leave the only home they know. Stacy Carlson left the banking and finance industry to start volunteering at SMUSD schools when her daughter was born 10 years ago. Recent State planning laws permit up to 8 units on most of our single-family lots, inadequate parking, increased height waivers and minimal setbacks. But we should prioritize more safe ped RR crossings and fewer train horns. Like all North County cities, the district map in Encinitas has shifted for the November general election. Martinez has worked in the San Diego Sheriffs Department since 1985 and serves as the departments first female undersheriff and second in command. This led me to my platform; politics second, COMMUNITY FIRST. Unlike other candidates, I am not accepting any donations. FB.Event.subscribe( 'comment.remove', penciCommentCallback );
Oceanside schools switching to district elections - Sun Sentinel Board of education trustees must be residents of the Oceanside School District. Before the latest ruling, in a letter to the Oceanside board of trustees, superintendent and district staff on March 29, the Oceanside chapter of that group also cited concern with school funding and wrote: "Many OUSD parents are quite frankly disgusted by your dismissive actions taken this school year. The staff and community "meet and . A candidate forum hosted by the League of Women Voters will take place from 6 to 7 p.m. on Oct. 10 over Zoom. For Seat 1, incumbent Francisco Tamayo faces off against Jesse Vigil. The state and federal governments recognized this and provided funding for cities to support those in need. Heand his wife have three adult children who graduated from the Oceanside School District and five grandchildren, who also are attending Oceanside schools. He worked in the SUHSD before transitioning to a position at the county board of education. I am a special education teacher, elected School Board Member, father of two energetic children, and community advocate. Id like to tighten the local governments control a little bit.
Oceanside candidates seek two vacant seats on council Mr. Transom and his wife, Betsy, havethree sons who all graduated from Oceanside High School. Muoz has been on the board since 2014 and teaches English at Cuyamaca College. No more StreetScape aesthetic projects, before we get our roads fixed and crossings put in.Focus on Mental Health and Substance Abuse Treatment for the Homeless. She and her husband founded Valor Education a charter management organization whose classic education is a conservative response to progressive values. A quorum of board members (three of the five members) must be present for a regular meeting to take place. This year two council seats are up for election in Oceanside. Based on the recommendations of staff, the planning commission, and the impact on our Climate Action Plan I would have listened to our community, sided with our experts, and voted against this project. General election date: November 8, 2016. My highest priority on Council will be public safety, the main duty of government.
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Endorsements/ Voter Guide | Republican Party of Order of appearance below randomly shuffled. Quite the contrary, we need to invest in more training, both to reduce unnecessary use of force incidents. We must work together and creatively as a council to put the most energy efficient, accessible housing plan into action while preserving community character. The school board will begin background and reference checks for the finalists over the next week. If the measure fails, the city will be forced to lay off employees. Four challengers have thrown their hats into the ring with no incumbents in the race to represent District 2, which covers Questhaven, La Costa, and Lake San Marcos. And in Trustee Area Number 5, on the eastern portion of the district, incumbent Mike Blessing is running for re-election against challengers Todd Maddison and Susana Arvizu. I am running to balance out the city council. When Oceansiders unite, we all thrive. Neither is known to have an experience in education. School #6 Early Childhood Center; School #2; School #3; School #4; School #5; School #8; . 11572 (516) 678.1200. With 299 employees and 100 million annually, voters expect us to be able to walk and chew gum. All taxes should be purpose specific. Here's why food advocates are worried they cant afford it. Public transit does not really work well in Carlsbad. Armando Farias is a former school board member. Throughout my term, I have significantly increased the engagement of parents, families, and teachers in conversations and decision making, as well as citizen groups on matters critical to student success. Vigil is the former youth pastor at Eastlake Church and is presently director the San Diego branch of the charity Big Table. Joyce leads, Jensen lags in early results for Oceanside City Council seats. Navy veteran, SDSU graduate, former airline captain, former 12-year Mayor of San Marcos and was chairman of the San Marcos Fire Protection District. I am a 28+year resident with extensive volunteer service. Mayor Rebecca Jones, who has served on the city council since 2007 and as mayor since 2018, is seeking re-election against challenger and current District 2 Councilmember Randy Walton. We should build enough housing for our kids, not turn Vista into L.A. What City Council / County Board decision in the last few years did you disagree with most, and how would you have addressed the issue differently? Shea worked as a special assistant to the county superintendent and was originally appointed to a vacant seat in 2015. Contact the Board of Education at 678-1215. Patient advocate since 1996. Public Safety: I will continue to provide resources, equipment, and personnel needed to fight wildfires. District 2 stretches from the coast east to the Interstate 5 corridor and north from Nardo Road up to East Cliff Street. I care deeply about providing care and resources to our community members who need it. In Area 4, Raquel (Rockie) Alvarez, the incumbent, works at Amador repair services and has been engaged in education studies at Grand Canyon University since 2019. The city and CUSD underwent its redistricting process, which finished earlier this year, with some slight changes to the district maps. Lawrence Union Free School District: Proposition 1: 2021-2022 School Budget $102,490,053.00 --- YES - 1,097 NO - 308 Proposition 2: 2021 - 2022 Library Budget $3,111,750.00 --- YES - 1,153 NO - 246 Proposition 3: 2021 Building Capital Reserve Fund Creation & Expenditure Authorization --- YES - 919 NO - 411 } That includes correcting misguided approaches to housing and homelessness and stopping spending on vanity projects. On 2/9/21 the County Board of Supervisors voted against adding law enforcement officers as a priority under the vaccination tier system to receive a Covid 19 vaccination. As founder of Vegas Trev bootstrapped a US$3.05M+ investment to underwrite an .
School board elections: Covid controversies bring in new candidates No member of the public spoke against him, yet no council member stood FOR HIM. As Trustee, I served two years as Board President, and lead the Board when balancing our budget, passing a bond improving school facilities, and strengthening relations with teachers and staff.