November 5, 2024 - Voter Information Guide 16

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Candidate Endorsements by Qualified Political Parties

Political Party Endorsements are published pursuant to California Elections Code Sec. 13302(b). Parties may endorse candidates for voter-nominated offices.

• Republican Party

  Office	Candidates
  U.S. Representative District 2	Chris Coulombe
  State Assembly District 12	Andy Podshadley

• Democratic Party

  Office	Candidates
  U.S. Senate (Full Term)	Adam Schiff
  U.S. Senate (Partial/Unexpired Term)	Adam Schiff
  U.S. Representative District 2	Jared Huffman
  State Assembly District 12	Damon Connolly

• American Independent Party

  Office	Candidates
  State Assembly District 12	Damon Connolly

No other parties submitted endorsements.

Source: State political party central committee notification letters to Registrar of Voters as of August 14, 2024. Parties are listed in order according to the randomized alphabet drawing conducted by Marin County on August 15, 2024.

Submitting a candidate statement is optional, so this guide may not contain statements for all candidates. The statement is printed as submitted, and is printed at the expense of the candidate unless otherwise determined by the governing body.

For information about Presidential Candidates and U.S. Senate Candidates, go to the California Secretary of State's website (opens a new window).

STATEMENT OF CANDIDATES

• STATE OFFICES
  • U.S. REPRESENTATIVE, District 2
    • CHRIS COULOMBE
      • Candidate statement in English

        Occupation: Small Business Owner

        Education and Qualifications: We clearly cannot continue down our present political path. We can and must choose a better future.
        Partisan politics is destroying our environment, our economy, and our children’s future. This is our country; it is time for all of us to stand.
        It is no longer about party lines. It is about addressing our reality and our future as a country instead of seeking partisan gain.
        We need clear-eyed leaders with well-rounded experience and vision ready to address those challenges and stay focused on the big picture… focused on moving America forward.
        I was born and raised in Sonoma County. After earning my Eagle Scout, I enlisted in the military at 18 and returned home as an infantry captain 16-years later. I earned my BA in politics from the University of San Francisco and my MA in Diplomacy from Norwich University.
        With 24-years of military, business, and policy experience to represent our 2nd District, and your help, we can protect the environment, rebuild small businesses and the middle class to better our children’s future.
        This is our home and we must protect it. Together, we can lead that change.
        It is my honor to ask for your vote to serve our country again.
        ChrisToCongress.com (opens a new window)

      • Declaración de candidatos en español

        Ocupación: Propietario de un negocio pequeño

        Educación y cualificaciones: Está claro que no podemos seguir por el camino político actual. Podemos y debemos elegir un futuro mejor.
        La política partidista está destruyendo nuestro medio ambiente, nuestra economía y el futuro de nuestros hijos. Este es nuestro país; es hora de que nos pongamos de pie.
        Ya no se trata de los partidos. Sino que se trata de aceptar nuestra realidad y nuestro futuro como país, en lugar de buscar que gane un partido u otro.
        Necesitamos líderes lúcidos con experiencia y visión integrales, listos para enfrentarse a esos desafíos y mantenerse enfocados en el panorama general... enfocados en hacer avanzar a los Estados Unidos.
        Nací y me crie en el condado de Sonoma. Después de obtener mi Eagle Scout, me alisté en el ejército a los 18 años y regresé a casa como capitán de infantería 16 años después. Obtuve mi licenciatura en Política en la Universidad de San Francisco y mi maestría en Diplomacia en la Universidad de Norwich.
        Con mis 24 años de experiencia militar, empresarial y política para representar a nuestro 2° distrito, y su ayuda, podemos proteger el medio ambiente, reconstruir las pequeñas empresas y la clase media, y mejorar el futuro de nuestros hijos.
        Esta es nuestra casa, y debemos protegerla. Juntos podemos ser líderes de ese cambio.
        Para mí es un honor pedir su voto para volver a servir a nuestro país.
        ChrisToCongress.com (opens a new window)

    • JARED HUFFMAN
      • Candidate statement in English

        Occupation: U.S. Representative

        Education and Qualifications: I’m getting things done despite political chaos in Washington. By putting people over politics, I’ve delivered results – the $400M Golden Gate Bridge seismic retrofit, crucial funding for water supply improvements, zero-emission busses and charging infrastructure, public housing improvements, veterans housing, bike and pedestrian pathways, kelp forest restoration and more.
        The prescription drug pricing reform I championed – the first in decades – caps insulin costs for seniors at $35/month and starting next year total drug costs for seniors will never exceed $2,000/year.
        I spearheaded laws to modernize America’s infrastructure – improving roads and bridges, connecting underserved communities with high-speed broadband, modernizing electrical grids, expanding renewable energy and building a national EV charging network.
        We’re finally taking bold action on the climate crisis and I’m leading the charge to do much more.
        I work across the aisle whenever possible, as with my bipartisan initiative that raised IDEA special education funding by $2.5 billion and my rural hospital bill.
        But when democracy, the rule of law, or our fundamental freedoms are threatened, I fight back. That’s why I founded the Stop Project 2025 Task Force - to confront the dangerous authoritarian scheme pushed by Donald Trump and his allies to eliminate checks and balances, impose a nationwide abortion ban, rollback civil rights and end Medicare as we know it. Not on my watch.
        As a senior member of committees on Natural Resources and Transportation and Infrastructure, you can count on me to keep delivering results.
        I would be honored by your vote.

      • Declaración de candidatos en español

        Ocupación: Departamento Representante

        Educación y cualificaciones: Estoy haciendo mi trabajo a pesar del caos político en Washington. Al poner a las personas por encima de la política, he obtenido resultados: la rehabilitación sísmica del puente Golden Gate por valor de $400 millones, el financiamiento crucial para mejoras en el suministro de agua, autobuses de cero emisiones e infraestructura de recarga, mejoras en viviendas públicas, viviendas para veteranos de guerra, senderos para bicicletas y peatones, restauración de bosques de algas marinas y mucho más.
        La reforma de precios de medicamentos que requieren receta que defendí, la primera en décadas, limita los costos de la insulina para adultos mayores a $35 al mes y, a partir del próximo año, el costo total de medicamentos para los adultos mayores no superarán los $2,000 al año.
        Impulsé leyes para modernizar la infraestructura de los Estados Unidos: mejora de carreteras y puentes, conexión con banda ancha de alta velocidad a comunidades desatendidas, modernización de las redes eléctricas, expansión de las energías renovables y edificación de una red nacional de recarga de vehículos eléctricos.
        Finalmente estamos tomando medidas audaces para combatir la crisis climática y estoy liderando la lucha para hacer mucho más.
        Colaboro con la oposición siempre que puedo, como ocurre con mi iniciativa bipartidista que aumentó los fondos de educación especial de IDEA en $2.5 mil millones y mi proyecto de ley para hospitales rurales.
        Sin embargo, cuando la democracia, la ley y nuestras libertades fundamentales se ven amenazadas, doy pelea. Es por ello que fundé el grupo de trabajo destinado a detener el Proyecto 2025, para hacer frente al peligroso plan autoritario impulsado por Donald Trump y sus aliados, que busca eliminar los controles y balances, imponer una prohibición al aborto en toda la nación, reducir los derechos civiles y poner fin a Medicare tal como lo conocemos. Esto no sucederá mientras yo esté a cargo.
        En mi calidad de miembro principal de los comités de Recursos Naturales y de Transporte e Infraestructura, prometo seguir obteniendo resultados.
        Para mí será un honor contar con su voto.

  • CALIFORNIA STATE ASSEMBLY, District 12
    • DAMON CONNOLLY
      • Candidate statement in English

        Occupation: California State Assemblymember

        Education and Qualifications: It is my privilege to serve as your State Assemblymember, ensuring that an experienced local voice represents Marin and Sonoma counties in Sacramento.
        Endorsed by the Sierra Club, California Professional Firefighters, California Teachers Association, local Labor Unions, and Planned Parenthood Northern California Action Fund, I’m a principled progressive and consensus builder who gets things done.
        In just one term in office, I’ve delivered real results, successfully getting five bills signed into law that will keep body armor out of the hands of mass shooters, ensure addictive tobacco products are not sold to teenagers, protect renters living in mobile home parks, reduce teen suicides, and cap the fees charged for residential solar projects. I also continue to build support for legislation to prevent toxic pesticide spraying along our highways.
        On top of these legislative wins, I also secured $5 million in state funding for projects throughout the North Bay for parks, firefighting equipment, affordable housing, and science education.
        I have been fighting for our communities for 18 years, including service as a Marin County Supervisor, Vice-Mayor of San Rafael, School Board President, California Deputy Attorney General and now, as your State Assemblymember and local voice in Sacramento.
        My values are North Bay values, forged by living here for more than 25 years. As your State Assemblymember, I will continue to fight for our priorities in Sacramento: wildfire prevention and home insurance, clean energy, environmental protection, protecting women’s healthcare, equal rights, and more.
        I hope to earn your vote to continue this important work together.
        https://www.damonconnolly.com (opens a new window)

      • Declaración de candidatos en español

        Ocupación: Asambleísta del Estado de California

        Educación y cualificaciones: Es un privilegio para mí servir como asambleísta estatal, asegurando que una voz local experimentada represente a los condados de Marin y Sonoma en Sacramento.
        Respaldado por el Sierra Club, los Bomberos Profesionales de California, la Asociación de Maestros de California, los sindicatos locales y el Fondo de Acción del Norte de California de Planificación Familiar, soy un progresista de principios y un creador de consenso que sabe obtener resultados.
        En apenas un mandato, he logrado resultados reales: logré que se promulguen cinco proyectos de ley que mantendrán los chalecos antibalas fuera del alcance de los tiradores en masa, que se garantice que no se vendan productos de tabaco adictivos a los adolescentes, que se proteja a los inquilinos que viven en parques de casas móviles, que se reduzcan los suicidios de adolescentes y que se limiten los cargos que se cobran por proyectos solares residenciales. Además, sigo ganando apoyo para que se implementen leyes que eviten que se rocíen pesticidas tóxicos en los márgenes de nuestras autopistas.
        Además de estas victorias legislativas, también obtuve $5 millones en fondos estatales destinados a proyectos en todo el Norte de la Bahía para parques, equipos contra incendios, viviendas de precio accesible y educación en ciencias.
        Llevo 18 años luchando por nuestras comunidades, incluido el servicio como supervisor del Condado de Marin, Vicealcalde de San Rafael, Presidente de la Junta Escolar, Fiscal General adjunto de California y ahora, como su Asambleísta Estatal y voz local en Sacramento.
        Mis valores son los valores del Norte de la Bahía, forjados en los más de 25 años que llevo viviendo en ese lugar. Como su Asambleísta Estatal, continuaré luchando por nuestras prioridades en Sacramento: prevención de incendios forestales y seguros para el hogar, energía limpia, protección ambiental, protección de la atención médica de las mujeres, igualdad de derechos y más.
        Espero ganar su voto para seguir trabajando juntos.
        https://www.damonconnolly.com (abre una nueva ventana)

    CAMPAIGN FINANCE PLEDGE
    The following candidates for California State Assembly District 12 have pledged to abide by campaign spending limits as specified in California Government Code Sec. 85400 and may publish a 250-word statement of qualifications in this voter guide. Candidates are listed in order according to the randomized alphabet drawing conducted by Marin County on August 15, 2024.

    • ANDREW PODSHADLEY
    • DAMON CONNOLLY
• SCHOOL DISTRICT OFFICES
  • Marin Community College District, Governing Board Member - Trustee Area 2
    • CRYSTAL MARTINEZ
      • Candidate statement in English

        Occupation: Appointed Trustee

        Education and Qualifications: It has been an honor to serve as a Trustee on the Marin Community College District Board. Since my appointment in July 2023, I’ve prioritized student needs in every decision. As a former community college student, I know firsthand how education shapes futures and enables individuals to balance family, work, and learning. This drives my commitment to enhancing access to quality education, offering market-relevant courses, and removing barriers to student success.
        For over two decades, I’ve proudly called San Rafael home. As a mother and public servant, I am deeply invested in our community’s well-being and future. My extensive community engagement and advocacy work—including having served on the Marin Women’s Commission, board of Marin Court Appointed Special Advocates, and as a volunteer with Jr. Giants—provided me with valuable insights into the diverse needs of our County. These experiences honed my skills in collaboration, problem-solving, and navigating government systems to achieve positive outcomes.
        I am committed to ensuring that every student has the opportunity to succeed and that Marin County continues to be a place where learning flourishes and paves the way for future success. Together, we can build on nearly a century of College of Marin’s legacy, solidifying its place as the top community college in California.
        Thank you,
        Crystal Martinez CrystalforCOM.com (opens a new window)

      • Declaración de candidatos en español

        Ocupación: Fideicomisaria designada

        Educación y cualificaciones: Ha sido un honor servir como fideicomisaria en la Junta Directiva del Distrito de Marin Community College. Desde mi nombramiento en julio de 2023, he dado prioridad a las necesidades de los estudiantes en cada decisión. Como exalumna de un instituto universitario comunitario, conozco de primera mano la forma en que la educación moldea el futuro y permite a las personas encontrar el equilibrio entre familia, trabajo y aprendizaje. Esto impulsa mi compromiso de mejorar el acceso a una educación de calidad, ofrecer cursos relevantes para el mercado y eliminar los obstáculos para el éxito de los estudiantes.
        Con orgullo puedo decir que hace más de dos décadas que San Rafael es mi hogar. Como madre y servidora pública, estoy profundamente comprometida con el bienestar y el futuro de nuestra comunidad. Mi extenso trabajo de participación y defensoría en la comunidad, que incluye haber trabajado en la Comisión de Mujeres de Marin, la junta de Defensores Especiales Designados por el Tribunal de Marin y como voluntaria en Jr. Giants, me proporcionó información valiosa sobre las diversas necesidades de nuestro condado. Estas experiencias perfeccionaron mis habilidades de colaboración, resolución de problemas y navegación en los sistemas gubernamentales para lograr resultados positivos.
        Me comprometo a garantizar que cada estudiante tenga la oportunidad de alcanzar el éxito y que el condado de Marin siga siendo un lugar donde el aprendizaje florezca y allane el camino para el éxito futuro. Juntos, podemos aprovechar casi un siglo de legado del College of Marin, consolidando su lugar como el mejor instituto universitario comunitario de California.
        Gracias,
        Crystal Martinez CrystalforCOM.com (abre una nueva ventana)

    • MILA SCHECHTER
      • Candidate statement in English

        Occupation: Retired Environmentalist Fellow

        Education and Qualifications:I was born in Rostov-on-Don, Russia, earned M.Sc in Physical Chemistry at Rostov University.
        I had been lecturing General & Physical Chemistry in Russia’s Far East Polytechnic Institute, I am familiar with supporting students in achieving their educational goals.
        I dedicated my career to water pollution environmental studies. Upon graduation I worked in Rostov University and Azov Sea Research Institute (Rostov-on-Don, Russia).
        In 1990 we moved to Israel where I continued to work in Water Resources Research Center at Ben-Gurion University’s Institute for Desert Research, Israel, in numerous hydrochemistry and desertification projects. In 2006 I moved to California, in San Rafael since 2007.
        I have passion for teaching and run public classes as educator at Jewish Family & Children Services in San Francisco and a community advocate at Jewish Community Center, Palo Alto.
        I believe my experience would be useful in overseeing and managing the Marin Community College’s affairs.
        As a trustee I could design and implement efforts in a supportive, innovative learning environment that promotes social, racial, and environmental justice.
        I’m now running for Marin Community College District, Trustee Area 2, and would be honored to receive your vote and support.

  • Miller Creek Elementary School District, Governing Board Member
    • FRANCO RUGGERI
      • Candidate statement in English

        Occupation: Professional technology leader, Parent, Coach

        Education and Qualifications: My name is Franco Ruggeri, and as a dedicated member of the Miller Creek School District Board of Trustees for the past 2.5 years, I have proudly served our community by prioritizing the educational success of every student.
        As a resident of the Miller Creek School District for over 13 years, I am deeply committed to our community’s well-being and success. My involvement extends beyond the boardroom—I coach youth soccer, actively participate in local school &community events, and have a vested interest as a parent of two children (8 &11) currently attending district schools.
        During my tenure on the board, I’ve played a key role in initiatives aimed at enhancing student outcomes, supporting our committed educators, and ensuring the financial stability of our district. As Vice President of the Board, I have been a strong advocate for transparency, collaboration, and community involvement, ensuring that every voice is heard and valued.
        If elected, I will remain a strong advocate for educational excellence and equity, staying dedicated to upholding our district’s high standards while adapting to the changing needs of our community.
        I respectfully ask for your vote to continue this important work.

      • Declaración de candidatos en español

        Ocupación: Líder tecnológico profesional, padre, entrenador

        Educación y cualificaciones: Soy Franco Ruggeri. Como miembro dedicado de la Junta Directiva del Distrito Escolar de Miller Creek durante los últimos dos años y medio, he servido con orgullo a nuestra comunidad priorizando el éxito educativo de cada estudiante.
        Como residente del Distrito Escolar de Miller Creek desde hace más de 13 años, estoy profundamente comprometido con el bienestar y el éxito de nuestra comunidad. Mi participación se extiende más allá de la sala de reuniones: soy entrenador de fútbol juvenil, participo activamente en eventos escolares y comunitarios en nuestra localidad y tengo un interés personal como padre de dos niños (de 8 y 11 años), que actualmente asisten a las escuelas del distrito.
        Durante mi mandato en la junta, he desempeñado un papel clave en iniciativas destinadas a mejorar los resultados de los estudiantes, apoyar a nuestros educadores comprometidos y garantizar la estabilidad financiera de nuestro distrito. Como Vicepresidente de la Junta, he sido un firme defensor de la transparencia, la colaboración y la participación de la comunidad, garantizando que se escuche y se valore a cada voz.
        Si soy electo, seguiré defendiendo con firmeza la excelencia y la equidad educativa, dedicándome a mantener los altos estándares de nuestro distrito y adaptándome a la evolución de las necesidades de nuestra comunidad.
        Solicito respetuosamente su voto para continuar con esta importante labor.

    • ALISSA A. CHACKO
      • Candidate statement in English

        Occupation: Incumbent, Parent, Attorney

        Education and Qualifications: Our schools should be places where every child has the opportunity to find the love of learning, and to experience the strong educational, social and civic foundations involved.
        We have great schools, and we need to work creatively to keep them that way. The decisions we make, as a community, in the next few years will set the course for our schools for the next decade.
        We face many challenging issues: budget constraints, anticipated increased enrollment, upgrading and possible expansion of our facilities, a tight educational labor market, and most importantly, ensuring the continued well-being of our students while providing a quality education in a safe environment. Collaboration and clear communication will be essential as we work through these issues.
        I care deeply about our schools, and have served eight years on the School Board: three terms as President and as a member of the budget, real property, negotiations and policy committees. I want to continue to apply my board experience, knowledge of the District as well as my professional training as an attorney to continue improving the educational experience in our schools. I would be honored to earn your vote.

      • Declaración de candidatos en español

        Ocupación: Titular, madre y abogada

        Educación y cualificaciones: Nuestras escuelas deberían ser lugares donde cada niño tenga la oportunidad de descubrir el amor por el aprendizaje y experimentar los sólidos fundamentos educativos, sociales y cívicos que ello implica.
        Tenemos excelentes escuelas y debemos trabajar creativamente para que siga siendo así. Las decisiones que tomemos como comunidad en los próximos años marcarán el rumbo de nuestras escuelas durante la próxima década.
        Nos enfrentamos a múltiples desafíos: limitaciones presupuestarias, aumento previsto de las inscripciones, mejora y posible expansión de nuestras instalaciones, un mercado laboral educativo ajustado y, lo más importante, garantizar el bienestar continuo de nuestros estudiantes mientras les brindamos una educación de calidad en un entorno seguro. La colaboración y la comunicación clara serán esenciales para solucionar estos problemas.
        Nuestras escuelas son algo importantísimo para mí y he servido durante ocho años en el la Junta Escolar: tres mandatos como presidenta, y también como miembro de los comités de presupuesto, bienes raíces, negociaciones y políticas. Quiero seguir aplicando mi experiencia en la junta, mi conocimiento del Distrito y mi formación profesional como abogada para seguir mejorando la experiencia educativa en nuestras escuelas. Será un honor para mí contar con su voto.

• SPECIAL DISTRICT OFFICES
  • Las Gallinas Valley Sanitary District, Director - Short Term
    • NICHOLAS LAVROV
      • Candidate statement in English

        Age: 51

        Occupation: Field Manager (Superintendent)

        Education and Qualifications: I have been a life-long Marin County resident. I completed my grade school education in Marin County and earned a BA degree from UC Berkeley in economics.
        With over 25 years of experience in public service roles, including a Senior Park Ranger for the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, Inspector and Watershed Keeper for the San Francisco Water Department, Irrigation System Operator for Lake Cachuma/Bradbury Dam in Santa Barbara County and Manager of Lake Mendocino/Coyote Valley Dam by Ukiah, I have extensive knowledge and experience in environmental conservation, water/wastewater operations, recycled water projects, and natural resources management.
        I currently oversee 270,000 acres of US parkland, resources and infrastructure in eight counties in my role as Field Manager (Superintendent) for the Bureau of Land Management. In this role, I also oversee and supervise, from a regulatory standpoint, the largest geothermal field in the world, known as ‘the geysers’ in Lake/Sonoma counties, which produces close to 25% of California’s clean energy.
        My extensive experience in water, wastewater, energy, and operating/ maintaining/upgrading critical infrastructure makes me the perfect candidate for this position. I am a strong advocate for environmental conservation and protection. My leadership skills will guide the District toward success.

      • Declaración de candidatos en español

        Edad: 51

        Ocupación: Gerente de Campo (Superintendente)

        Educación y cualificaciones: Durante toda mi vida he residido en el Condado de Marin. Realicé mis estudios primarios en el Condado de Marin y me licencié en Economía en la Universidad de Berkeley.
        Con más de 25 años de experiencia en puestos de servicio público, entre los que se incluyen Guardabosques Senior del Área Recreativa Nacional Golden Gate, Inspector y Guardián de Cuencas Hidrográficas del Departamento de Aguas de San Francisco, Operador del Sistema de Riego del Lago Cachuma/Presa Bradbury en el Condado de Santa Bárbara y Administrador del Lago Mendocino/ Presa Coyote Valley de Ukiah, tengo amplios conocimientos y experiencia en conservación ambiental, operaciones de agua/aguas residuales, proyectos de agua reciclada y gestión de recursos naturales.
        Actualmente superviso 270,000 acres de parques de los Estados Unidos, los recursos y la infraestructura en ocho condados en mi papel de Gerente de Campo (Superintendente) de la Oficina de Administración de Tierras. En este puesto, también controlo y superviso, desde el punto de vista reglamentario, el mayor yacimiento geotérmico del mundo, conocido como “los géiseres”, en los condados de Lake/Sonoma, el cual produce cerca del 25% de la energía limpia de California.
        Mi amplia experiencia en los sectores del agua, aguas residuales, energía y explotación/mantenimiento/mejora de la infraestructura crítica me convierte en el candidato perfecto para ocupar este puesto. Soy un firme defensor de la conservación y protección del medio ambiente. Mis habilidades de liderazgo guiarán al Distrito hacia la obtención del éxito.

    • BARRY NITZBERG
      • Candidate statement in English

        Age: 74

        Occupation: Appointed Incumbent

        Education and Qualifications: In April 2024, wanting to serve my community in a manner that meaningfully reflects my values and experience, I sought appointment to an open seat on the Board of the Las Gallinas Valley Sanitary District. After a competitive process, I was honored to be appointed by unanimous vote of the Board. Since then, I have worked diligently to integrate myself into an extraordinary team, including fellow Board members, District General Manager and the executive, plant and support staff who make our District’s goals their priority.
        I am excited to be engaged in collaborative work that performs the often under-the-radar, heavy lifting in maintaining the health and safety of our community, by way of the District’s collection system, treatment plant, refuse franchise and bayside reclamation ponds, marsh and popular recreational trails.
        I pledge to be accountable to voters and our customers in meeting District challenges, including keeping service rates low and addressing the effects of climate change and population growth.
        My degree in Geography from San Francisco State University, and years as a journeyman plumber, plumbing contractor and Vice-President of Sales, Marketing and Organizational Development and Board Member of a plumbing wholesaler, position me well to serve as your Board member.

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  OR hand deliver to any Vote Center or Official Ballot Drop Box. See our List of Vote Center locations (opens a new window) and List of Drop Box Locations (opens a new window) for days and hours of operation.

• How do I know you received my ballot?

  Sign up at WheresMyBallot.sos.ca.gov (opens a new window), check the Voter Status page on the Secretary of State’s website voterstatus.sos.ca.gov (opens a new window), OR call the Elections Department at 415-473-6456. Also: Informed delivery is a great tool – it’s free! Sign up online: USPS.com (opens a new window)

In-Person Voting

Vote at a Vote Center if you need a replacement ballot, did not register by October 21 deadline, prefer to vote in person, or on an accessible ballot marking device. Voting is accessible at all locations.

AVOID LINES - Vote early or vote by mail

• You may vote at any location, Drop Boxes at all locations
• November 5, 2024, all 21 Vote Centers open 7 am to 8 pm
• See our List of Vote Centers (opens a new window) for most recent Vote Center information, including hours of operation

Military/Over-Seas Voters

Ballots go out September 18

• Receiving your ballot by mail
  • Ballot packet includes a Voter Guide, Ballot, Oath of Voter Form, Return Instructions and Postage-paid Return Envelope.
  • You can return your ballot by:
    • Faxed - on or before November 5 by 8 pm.
      • You MUST complete and return the Oath of Voter Form with your ballot.
    • Mailed - postmarked on or before November 5 and received by November 12.
      • You MUST date and sign the outside of your return envelope.
• Receiving your ballot by email
  • You will receive an email from info@uocava.com with a link, access code, and instruction to access your ballot.
  • Ballot packet includes your Marked Ballot (must print), Oath of Voter Form, Return Instructions, and Postage-paid Return Envelope Image.
  • You can return your ballot by:
    • Faxed - on or before November 5 by 8 pm.
      • You MUST complete and return the Oath of Voter Form with your ballot.
    • Mailed - postmarked on or before November 5 and received by November 12.
      • You MUST date, print your name, and sign the outside of your return envelope.

Official Ballot Drop Box Locations

Open October 8 to November 5 until 8:00 p.m.

Drop Boxes close precisely at 8:00 p.m. on Election Day as required by law

Exterior sites available for 24 hour drop off, see our List of Drop Box Locations (opens a new window).

Each Vote Center will have a Vote by Mail Drop Box. See our List of Vote Centers Locations (opens a new window) for days and hours of operation.

Access or Language Needs

• Where can I vote in person?

  Vote at any of the 21 Vote Centers in Marin County. See our List of Vote Center locations (opens a new window) for days and hours of operation.

• Is my nearest Vote Center accessible?

  All Vote Centers are accessible or have been mitigated to meet accessibility requirements. See our List of Vote Center locations (opens a new window) or call us 415-473-6456 for details.

• Sign language interpreter.

  Schedule an appointment at the Elections Office, call at least 1 week in advance.
  TTY 415-473-6899 or CA Relay Service 711

• Need support at Vote Center?

  Each Vote Center has:

  • Each Vote Center has accessible marking devices to help you mark your ballot independently and privately. A sip/puff device can be provided by calling in advance.
  • A wheelchair-accessible voting booth, magnifiers, pens with easy to hold grips and signature guides are available.
  • Curbside voting A voter with a disability may vote a regular ballot outside a Vote Center. Call when you are outside. An election worker will bring you a ballot and then put your voted ballot into the ballot box.
• Where is an accessible voting machine?

  An accessible ballot marking device is at each Vote Center. See our List of Vote Center locations (opens a new window) for days and hours of operation.

• What if I do not speak English well?

  The Vote Center worker will:

  • Point out instructions in voting booth.
  • Demonstrate how to mark the ballot.

  Translated sample ballots for required precincts are posted at Vote Centers. Some Vote Centers have a bilingual worker; tell us if you need bilingual service.

• Can I get a ride to a Vote Center?

  Marin Access (opens a new window) 415-454-0902 provides services for older adults, persons with disabilities and low-income residents. You may need to register. Call immediately to find out how they can help you. For more information, see our Transportation Assistance (opens a new window) page on our website.

• Alternative formats upon request.

  Large print of some ballot materials may be available and a CD may be available for local measure information. Call 415-473-6456 (voice), 415-473-6899 (TTY), toll free 833-644-2061, or email elections@marincounty.org.

• Voting by mail?

  All active registered voters will be mailed a ballot. Ballots will be mailed starting October 7. Allow 7-10 days for delivery.

Disability Rights California operates a Statewide Voting Hotline 7AM to 8PM on Election Day, November 5, 2024 and answers calls prior to and following the election. 1-888-569-7955