November 5, 2024 - Voter Information Guide 84

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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 7
    • ROSS MILLERICK
      • Candidate statement in English

        Occupation: Graduate Program Director

        Education and Qualifications: Graduate School, Director of Technology Management, Golden Gate University School of Business; Trustee, Novato Unified School District, 33 years; MS Engineering, UC Berkeley.
        California’s new law requires the College of Marin to have regional trustees. As the first trustee from Novato/West Marin, I will build an identity for Novato’s Indian Valley Campus (IVC) to better serve Northwest Marin.
        I will work for greater instructional use of the Indian Valley campus to better serve the educational needs, job skills training and community enrichment of our families.
        I will work for career path internships with local companies, building trades, and investor communities to expand student opportunities.
        I will work for the Early College High School Program to allow high school students to begin college early.
        Let’s expand these local opportunities together!

      • Declaración de candidatos en español

        Ocupación: Director del programa de posgrado

        Educación y cualificaciones: Director de Gestión de Tecnología de la Escuela de Posgrado en la Facultad de Negocios de la Golden Gate University; Fideicomisario del Distrito Escolar Unificado de Novato por 33 años; Maestro en Ingeniería por la UC Berkeley.
        La nueva ley de California requiere que el instituto universitario comunitario de Marin tenga fideicomisarios regionales. Como primer fideicomisario de Novato/West Marin, desarrollaré una identidad para que el Indian Valley Campus (IVC) de Novato atienda mejor las necesidades de la región noroeste de Marin.
        Trabajaré para lograr un mayor uso educativo del campus de Indian Valley, capaz de satisfacer mejor las necesidades educativas, la capacitación laboral y el enriquecimiento comunitario de nuestras familias.
        Trabajaré en pasantías de desarrollo profesional con empresas locales, sectores de la construcción y comunidades de inversores para ampliar las oportunidades de los estudiantes.
        Trabajaré para el Programa Early College High School para permitir que los estudiantes de secundaria comiencen la universidad anticipadamente.
        ¡Ampliemos juntos las oportunidades que ofrece nuestra localidad!

    • STEPHANIE O’BRIEN
      • Candidate statement in English

        Occupation: Office Holder, Business Owner, Parent

        Education and Qualifications: For the past 13 years, I have served the residents of West Marin as a Marin Community College District trustee. Prior to serving on the college board, I was a trustee of the Lagunitas School Board for ten years.
        As a trustee, I bring a strategic approach to tackling the issues facing the College, as well as a solid understanding of the unique role of a community college trustee. I promise to continue providing oversight, encourage innovation and to stay focused on long term financial stability.
        The crown jewel of Marin’s public education system, COM is flourishing due to our stewardship of taxpayer’s resources while strengthening the skills of our students. We have accomplished a great deal in the past decade. Thanks to Marin voters, the college is finalizing its second facilities modernization program, which has enhanced the learning environments of both our campuses, as well as our Bolinas Field Station. I have supported two bond programs, the seamless transition of college leadership, and a vibrant connection with our K12 and business partners.
        I ask for your vote on November 5th so that I may continue serving as a Trustee on behalf of West Marin and the entire county.

      • Declaración de candidatos en español

        Ocupación: Titular de un cargo, propietaria de un negocio, madre

        Educación y cualificaciones: Durante los últimos 13 años, he servido a los residentes de West Marin como fideicomisaria del Distrito de Marin Community College. Antes de servir en la junta universitaria, fui fideicomisaria de la junta escolar de Lagunitas durante diez años.
        Como fideicomisaria, aporto un enfoque estratégico para abordar los problemas que enfrenta la universidad, así como una sólida comprensión del papel único que desempeña un fideicomisario de una universidad comunitaria. Prometo seguir supervisando, fomentando la innovación y centrándome en la estabilidad financiera a largo plazo.
        COM, la joya de la corona del sistema de educación pública de Marin, está prosperando gracias a nuestra gestión de los recursos de los contribuyentes, que hemos acompañado con el fortalecimiento de la habilidades de nuestros estudiantes. Hemos logrado mucho en la última década. Gracias a los votantes de Marin, la universidad está completando su segundo programa de modernización de instalaciones, que mejoró los entornos de aprendizaje de los dos campus y de nuestra Bolinas Field Station. He apoyado dos programas de bonos, la transición fluida del liderazgo universitario y una dinámica conexión con nuestros socios comerciales y de K12.
        Pido su voto el 5 de noviembre para poder continuar sirviendo como fideicomisaria en nombre de West Marin y todo el condado.

  • Tamalpais Union High School District, Governing Board Member
    • IDA TIMES-GREEN
      • Candidate statement in English

        Occupation: Senior Program Coordinator

        Education and Qualifications: As a life-long resident of Marin City, a fourth generation Tamalpais High School graduate, and former school board member, I recognize the importance of education.
        Having served eight years as a Board Trustee with the Sausalito-Marin City School District, I bring a proven track record of building consensus to achieve collaborative outcomes. I work well with others and respect different perspectives. I am goal-oriented and comfortable taking risks.
        I possess a bachelor’s degree in Humanities and Cultural Studies from Dominican University, and a master’s degree in social work from California State University East Bay. My professional experience includes formerly serving as Social Service case manager with County Behavioral Health & Recovery Services and currently serving as Sr. Program Coordinator for County of Marin Health &Human Services.
        As your representative on the Tamalpais Union High School District Board, I will apply my experience in education, student achievement, and social services to attain better outcomes for our schools and students. I am deeply committed to improving student achievement, specifically among students of color, and closing the gaps to success for all students.
        Student achievement for all students is obtainable. I look forward to working with you to ensure all students thrive.

      • Declaración de candidatos en español

        Ocupación: Coordinadora en Jefe del Programa

        Educación y cualificaciones: Como habitante de Marin City durante toda mi vida, graduada de la cuarta generación de la escuela secundaria Tamalpais High School y antigua miembro de la junta escolar, reconozco la importancia de la educación.
        Tras ocho años de formar parte de la Junta Directiva del Distrito Escolar de Sausalito-Marin City, aporto un historial demostrado de creación de consenso para obtener resultados en colaboración. Trabajo bien con los demás y respeto las distintas perspectivas. Me oriento al alcance de objetivos y me resulta cómodo asumir riesgos.
        Poseo una licenciatura en Humanidades y Estudios Culturales de la Dominican University y una maestría en Trabajo Social de la California State University East Bay. Mi experiencia profesional incluye haber trabajado como administradora de casos de servicios sociales en los Servicios de Salud Conductual y Recuperación del Condado y, actualmente, como Coordinadora en Jefe de programas de Servicios Humanos y de Salud del Condado de Marin.
        Como su representante en la Junta del Distrito Escolar Tamalpais Union High, aplicaré mi experiencia en educación, logro estudiantil y servicios sociales con el fin de obtener mejores resultados para nuestras escuelas y estudiantes. Estoy profundamente comprometida con mejorar el rendimiento de los estudiantes, especialmente entre los estudiantes de color, y con cerrar las brechas del camino que conduce al éxito de todos los estudiantes.
        El aprovechamiento escolar de todos los alumnos es posible. Deseo y espero trabajar con ustedes para garantizar que todos los alumnos puedan prosperar.

    • JENNIFER HOLDEN
      • Candidate statement in English

        Occupation: Mother / Small Businessowner

        Education and Qualifications: As a proud mother of three children, all of whom have attended or are currently attending schools within the district, I understand the challenges and opportunities our students face.
        I have been deeply involved in our public schools for years, volunteering in various capacities since my children were in elementary school. Currently, I am serving my third year as a Board Member of the Archie Williams High School Falcon Foundation, focusing on securing the resources our students need to thrive.
        My candidacy is grounded in my experience as a dedicated community member and parent. I am passionate about creating and supporting an education system that not only focuses on academic standards but also nurtures critical thinking and intellectual growth for all students. Our schools must be equipped with the necessary resources to support our outstanding teachers and implement programs that meet the diverse needs of all students districtwide, while being fiscally prudent.
        Let’s work hand in hand to build a brighter future for our children and our community. I am honored to have earned endorsements from district parents, community leaders, small business owners, elected officials, and others. I humbly ask for your vote. Learn more at Jennifer4SchoolBoard.Org(opens a new window)

    • AMOS KLAUSNER
      • Candidate statement in English

        Occupation: Parent

        Education and Qualifications: As a parent of a high school student, a former school board trustee for the Lagunitas School District, husband to a longtime Marin County public school teacher, and current member of the Marin County Committee on School District Reorganization, I understand the issues that impact our school districts, our parent communities, and our children.
        My time as a school board trustee coincided with the COVID-19 outbreak. It was challenging for everyone, especially our kids. It required open communication across stakeholder groups and difficult decision making around health and safety, financial accountability, and academics. With a public school teacher in the family, I appreciate how hard our teachers work and how important great teachers are to our children’s success.
        As part of a county committee, I listen and respond to the needs of taxpayers. If approved, the current Tamalpais Union High School District bond proposal brings an obligation on the part of administrators and the governing board to assure families and taxpayers that this money is well spent. If elected, I will apply tested leadership experience to the district’s use of bond proposal monies as well as the annual budget to assure that every dollar benefits our kids and communities.

    • NICHOLAS ONDREJKA
      • Candidate statement in English

        Age: 52

        Occupation: Business Owner, Parent

        Education and Qualifications:I grew up and attended public schools in Santa Barbara, California. I earned my Bachelors degree in European History and Italian Studies and my Masters of Business Administration from the University of Pennsylvania.
        I moved to San Francisco in 1996 and served over 25 years in leadership roles in technology and financial services. With this experience, I will bring a strong focus on fiscal responsibility, technology investments, and support for our students, teachers and staff.
        In 2016, my family and I moved to Corte Madera where my oldest child enrolled at Redwood. In 2018, I was asked to join the TUHSD’s Fiscal Advisory Committee where I learned about the financial aspects and governance of the District. I was honored to receive a Certificate of Appreciation for my service and was inspired me to ultimately seek a Board Member position.
        In 2023, I started a new property restoration business serving our community. I have a great passion and focus for learning and education for myself, my family and our community. All three of my children have attended or are attending school in the District. I am committed to striving for the best possible educational opportunities for our local high school students balanced with the needs of our community.

For information about the State Propositions, go to the California Secretary of State's website (opens a new window) .

Arguments in "support of" or in "opposition to" the proposed laws are the opinions of the authors.

• Measure B – Tamalpais Union High School

  To complete high priority repairs and upgrades at local high schools, including replacing classrooms/ science labs/ technology; repairing/ replacing leaky roofs and inefficient heating/ cooling/ electrical/ plumbing systems; updating art/ music classrooms/ facilities; and replacing outdated portable classrooms, shall Tamalpais Union High School District’s measure be adopted authorizing $289,000,000 in bonds at legal rates, levying $18 per $100,000 assessed value while bonds are outstanding ($20,700,000 annually) with independent oversight, audits, no funds for administrators and all funds locally controlled?

  BONDS—YES                             BONDS—NO

  Votes required to pass: 55% voter approval
  Bonds for school facility improvement projects

  • IMPARTIAL ANALYSIS BY COUNTY COUNSEL OF MEASURE B

    TAMALPAIS UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT
    BOND MEASURE

    MEASURE B

    This Measure was placed on the ballot by the Board of Trustees of the Tamalpais Union High School District.

    Pursuant to Article XIIIA (1)(b)(3) of the California Constitution, if this measure is approved by 55% of the votes cast, the Tamalpais Union High School District will be authorized to incur bonded indebtedness in multiple series of up to two hundred eighty-nine million dollars ($289,000,000) with an interest rate not to exceed the limit set by law.

    Money raised by bond sales may only be used for the purposes and projects stated in the Bond Project List set forth in Measure B. These purposes and projects include, but are not limited to, replacing and/or expanding classroom buildings at Tamalpais High School, Redwood High School and Archie Williams High School, as well as other priority projects. As required by law, Measure B prohibits using bond proceeds for teacher and administrator salaries or other operating expenses.

    The District estimates the average projected tax rate necessary to fund the bonds will be $17.60 per $100,000 of assessed value of property while the bonds are outstanding. This estimate is a projection, and could go up or down, depending on a number of factors including the timing and amount of bond sales, and changes in assessed property values in the District. If all the bonds are sold, the District estimates total debt service (including the principal and interest) will be approximately $579,200,000. If the bond issuance is authorized, it will commence in fiscal year 2025-26 and the final fiscal year in which it is anticipated that the revenue will be collected is 2052-53.

    The Measure requires annual independent financial audits and spending review by an independent citizens’ oversight committee.

    s/BRIAN E. WASHINGTON
    County Counsel

  • TAX RATE STATEMENT OF MEASURE B

    MEASURE B

    An election will be held within the boundaries of Tamalpais Union High School District (“District”) on November 5, 2024 to authorize the sale of up to $289 million in bonds to finance facilities as described in the measure. If the bonds are approved, the District expects to sell the bonds in multiple series. Principal and interest on the bonds will be payable from the proceeds of tax levies made upon the taxable property located within the District. The following information is provided in compliance with Sections 9400 to 9404, inclusive, of the California Elections Code.

    1. The best estimate from official sources of the average annual tax rate that would be required to be levied to fund this bond issue over the entire duration of the bond debt service, based on assessed valuations available at the time of the election, a projection based on experience within the same jurisdiction and other demonstrable factors, is estimated to be $17.60 per $100,000 of assessed valuation. The final fiscal year in which the tax is anticipated to be collected is 2052-53.
    2. The best estimate from official sources of the highest tax rate that would be required to be levied to fund this bond issue, and an estimate of the year in which that rate will apply, based on assessed valuations available at the time of filing this statement, a projection based on experience within the same jurisdiction and other demonstrable factors, is estimated to be $17.60 per $100,000 of assessed valuation first occurring in fiscal year 2025-26.
    3. The best estimate from official sources of the total debt service, including the principal and interest, that would be required to be repaid if all the bonds are issued and sold is $579.2 million.

    Voters should note that the estimated tax rate is based on the ASSESSED VALUE of taxable property on the Marin County official tax rolls, not on the property’s market value. Property owners should consult their own property tax bills to determine their property’s assessed value and any applicable tax exemptions. For illustration purposes only, a home with the current approximate median residential assessed value in the District of $1.1 million (as of 2023-24) would pay approximately $194 in initial annual property taxes based on the tax rate of $17.60 per $100,000 of assessed value. Annual increases in the assessed value of a property (without an ownership change or reassessment) are limited to 2% and other limitations provided by Proposition 13 from 1978.

    Attention of all voters is directed to the fact that the foregoing information is based upon the District’s projections and estimates only, which are not binding upon the District. The actual tax rates, debt service and the years in which they will apply may vary from those presently estimated, due to variations from these estimates in the timing of bond sales, the amount of bonds sold and market interest rates at the time of each sale, and actual assessed valuations over the term of repayment of the bonds. The dates of sale and the amount of bonds sold at any given time will be determined by the District based on need for construction funds and other factors. The actual interest rates at which the bonds will be sold will depend on the bond market at the time of each sale. Actual future assessed valuation will depend upon the amount and value of taxable property within the District as determined by the County Assessor in the annual assessment and the equalization process.

    DR. TARA TAUPIER, Superintendent

    In accordance with Education Code Section 15122.5:
    Approval of Measure B does not guarantee that the proposed project or projects in the Tamalpais Union High School District that are the subject of bonds under Measure B will be funded beyond the local revenues generated by Measure B. The school district’s proposal for the project or projects may assume the receipt of matching state funds, which could be subject to appropriation by the Legislature or approval of a statewide bond measure.

  • ARGUMENT IN FAVOR OF MEASURE B

    Vote YES on B: a responsible plan to replace outdated and deteriorating high school classrooms and prevent cuts to instructional programs.

    Our local high schools in Tamalpais Union High School District consistently rank among the best.

    Aging and deteriorating classrooms, labs, and school facilities need urgent upgrades to keep students safe and support quality instruction.

    Most local high schools are over 60 years old and Tam High is over 100 years old. The last improvement bond passed almost two decades ago.

    Following the narrow defeat of a bond measure earlier this year, Tamalpais Union High School District leaders worked with the community to develop a scaled-down proposal focused on only the most essential projects. Measure B is the result.

    Measure B is 45% smaller than the last measure and will provide $289,000,000 in locally controlled funding that is equitably distributed to specific projects at each high school.

    The State does not fund facility improvements so upgrades to local high schools require local funding. Without Measure B, funds would have to be diverted from teaching and classroom instruction to urgent roof and HVAC repairs for schools to function.

    Voting Yes on B funds only urgent and essential improvements:

    • Replacing the most outdated and obsolete classrooms, science labs, classroom technology, and equipment
    • Repairing leaky roofs and inefficient heating, cooling, electrical, and plumbing systems
    • Converting outdated and deteriorating temporary portable classrooms to permanent structures

    Mandatory fiscal accountability and local control:

    • A detailed project list describes specifically how funds would be used
    • Independent oversight, audits, and public spending disclosures ensure funds are spent as promised
    • Every penny is locally controlled and cannot be taken by the State
    • No funds can be used for administrator salaries

    Protecting quality education in local schools is good for students, good for our community, and good for home values.

    Join trusted local leaders in voting Yes on B.

    JARED HUFFMAN
    U.S. Congressman, California’s 2nd District

    STEPHANIE MOULTON-PETERS
    Marin County Supervisor, District 3

    LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS OF MARIN COUNTY
    Kevin M. Hagerty, President

    CHUCK FORD
    Former TUHSD Trustee & 50-year Marin resident

    BITSA FREEMAN
    Marin Native, TUHSD Alum and Parent, Realtor

  • REBUTTAL TO ARGUMENT IN FAVOR OF MEASURE B

    No rebuttal to argument in favor of Measure B was filed.

  • ARGUMENT AGAINST MEASURE B

    People have reached their limits and ability to pay more taxes, Measure B directs money to aspirational “vanity” projects. There are no senior exemptions and no plans to ensure improved academic performance.

    No money goes to reversing weak academic performance. California’s school-dashboard shows TUHSD performing poorly https://www.caschooldashboard.org/ (opens a new window) Instead of a reasonable parcel tax for improved academics, that allows senior exemptions, the Board opts for new construction at Redwood: a $73,100,000 kitchen remodel, new multipurpose “eating area” and replacing art and music buildings with new, larger ones. These are not “critical” safety needs as the Board claims in order to scare voters.

    While identifying only $80,000,000 in “critical” needs for roofs and HVAC earlier this year, now they redefine everything they want as a critical need. That balloons the bond measure to $289,000,000 ($579,200,000 with interest). Much of what they deem “critical” is of their own creation – deferring maintenance while funding ten new senior administrator positions. Students deserve that money directed back to their education.

    Measure B offers no exemptions for seniors or low-income families who will be pushed out of Marin by increasing taxes, insurance, and utility bills.

    When enrollment is declining and many students are struggling, new fancy buildings shouldn’t be the top priority.

    To regain Archie Williams High School area voters, who were shortchanged in failed Measure A, this bond adds a non-critical $11,300,000 AWHS theater renovation. AWHS voters are still shortchanged at receiving only 14.3% of the bond proceeds.

    Who wants all this Tam Union construction? Most of the roughly $270,000 contributed to political campaigns to pass these 2024 Tam Union bond measures comes from companies who will profit financially.

    The board must prioritize fixing Tam Union’s REAL problems: declining academic performance, not “vanity” projects. Voters will approve a smaller bond or parcel tax if there’s demonstrated need.

    Vote NO.

    BENEDETTO CICO
    Business Owner

    PASCAL SISICH
    Former Planning Commissioner, Library & Sales Tax Oversight Committee Member

    KATHY FLORES
    District Resident & Voter

    DIANA K. PERDUE
    Retired Senior

    MICHAEL MACKINTOSH
    Local Business Owner

  • REBUTTAL TO ARGUMENT AGAINST MEASURE B

    The opponents are wrong and are spreading misinformation.

    Misinformation: Local high schools are performing poorly.

    Truth: Academic performance in our schools is among the best in the State and Nation. The opposition is intentionally misrepresenting TUHSD’s academic performance via the Dashboard. 98% of TUHSD students graduate, 80% meet University of California entrance requirements, and admission rates to elite colleges rival that of private schools.

    Misinformation: Measure B funds nonessential “vanity” projects.

    Truth: Following the narrow defeat of Measure A, TUHSD listened to the community and reduced the proposal by 44% to focus on the most urgent and essential needs (tuhsdfacilities.org). The opponents’ misleading description of a $73 million kitchen remodel is in fact a multi-pronged project to replace several of Redwood’s oldest, deteriorating, and obsolete buildings. They must be replaced, not remodeled, as required by state law, and do not expand capacity.

    Misinformation: Archie Williams High School gets 14% of the funding.

    Truth: Archie Williams High gets 21% of Measure B funding, which is roughly equivalent to its percentage of district enrollment at 25%.

    Misinformation: Measure B offers no exemptions.

    Truth: State law does not allow exemptions for school facilities bonds and bonds are the only practical way to fund school improvements. However, the cost to taxpayers is based on the assessed value of properties so longtime residents and owners of less expensive homes pay the least.

    Vote Yes on B — a modest and sensible plan that will provide essential upgrades to support safety and quality education, while protecting devastating cuts to teachers, staff, and programs.

    JOHN CARROLL
    Marin County Superintendent of Schools

    ELAINE PETROCELLI
    Founder and President, Book Passage Bookstore

    FELECIA GASTON
    Executive Director, Performing Stars of Marinand 34 year Marin City resident

    RUTH DELL
    Retired President of TUHSD Board of Trusteesand Marin County School Board Association

    DAVE CORT
    Community Leader and 45+ year West Marin resident

  • FULL TEXT OF MEASURE B

    LOCAL HIGH SCHOOL HIGH PRIORITY CLASSROOM REPAIR AND UPGRADE MEASURE

    By approval of this measure by at least fifty-five percent (55%) of the registered voters voting thereon, the Tamalpais Union High School District (“District”) shall be authorized to issue and sell bonds of up to $289,000,000 in aggregate principal amount to provide financing for the specific school facilities projects listed below in the Bond Project List, subject to all of the accountability safeguards specified herein.

    SECTION I: KEY FINDINGS

    • Tamalpais Union High School District (“District”) strives to provide every student with a high quality education in a safe and modern learning environment, so that they graduate with the skills and knowledge needed for success in college and future careers.
    • Tam High is over 100 years old, Redwood and Archie Williams are over 60 years old, and the last significant repairs and upgrades were completed almost 20 years ago.
    • Working with architects and school construction experts, the District conducted a thorough assessment of every classroom and school facility to identify and prioritize needed repairs and upgrades.
    • Outdated and deteriorating classrooms, science labs, career training facilities, and failing school infrastructure directly impact student safety, learning and the quality of education available to local students.
    • Many classrooms and school buildings that have been used daily for decades by thousands of high school students are deteriorating, worn out, have leaky roofs, are not accessible for students with disabilities, and have aging and inefficient plumbing, electrical, heating and cooling systems.
    • Outdated classrooms, labs and job training facilities were built to meet past educational standards and need upgrades to support current standards for advanced instruction in science, technology, engineering, arts and math.
    • Outdated and deteriorating classrooms and school buildings present risks to student safety and campus security, requiring upgrades to remove hazardous materials like asbestos and lead, improve campus security, and meet current fire and earthquake safety standards.
    • All students need appropriate sheltered eating areas to ensure safety during inclement weather including rain, wildfire smoke and extreme heat.
    • Because the State does not provide sufficient or dedicated funding for school facility improvements, local funding is needed to address urgent repairs and upgrades at local high schools.
    • Without local funding from a voter-approved school improvement bond measure, limited funding that currently supports teacher salaries, educational programming and learning materials will have to be diverted to urgent and essential repairs to roofs, heating and ventilation systems that cannot be delayed.
    • Diverting approximately $80 million in instructional funding to urgent facility repairs would likely require significant reductions to academic programs, student support services, and teaching positions.
    • To repair and upgrade outdated and failing classrooms, labs and school facilities, and protect limited funding for teaching and academic programs, the Board of Trustees believes that dedicated funding for facility improvements from a voter-approved bond measure is needed.
    • Following the narrow defeat of the Measure A bond proposal on the March 2024 ballot, the District listened to community feedback and developed a reduced bond proposal that eliminates lower priority improvements and focuses on the most urgent and essential identified repairs and improvements.
    • In developing a revised and reduced bond proposal, the Board has sought to ensure that funds are allocated consistently across the five District high schools on a per-student basis, while prioritizing the most urgent identified needs at each campus.
    • In developing a revised and reduced bond proposal, the Board has sought to ensure that cost of the proposed measure is less than is paid by taxpayers toward school facility improvements in other comparable Marin County and Bay Area school districts.
    • In developing a revised and reduced bond proposal, the District has developed a detailed school by school project list with updated cost estimates focused on the most urgent high priority repairs and upgrades.
    • The revised bond proposal will address priority improvements, such as:
      • Replacing outdated and obsolete classrooms, science labs, technology, and equipment;
      • Repairing or replacing leaking and deteriorating roofs;
      • Repairing or replacing outdated and inefficient heating, cooling, electrical and plumbing systems;
      • Updating career and job training classrooms to meet current educational standards;
      • Updating art, music and performing arts classrooms; and
      • Replacing outdated, deteriorating and failing temporary portable classrooms.
    • Proceeds from a voter-approved school facilities improvement bond measure would be controlled locally for District high schools only and could not be taken away by the State.
    • None of the money raised may be used for administrators’ salaries or pensions or other school operating expenses.
    • An independent citizens’ oversight committee, mandatory annual audits and public disclosure of all spending will help ensure funds are only spent on voter-approved projects.

    SECTION II: ACCOUNTABILITY MEASURES

    The provisions in this section are included in this proposition in order that the voters and taxpayers of the District may be assured that their money will be spent to address specific facilities needs of the District, all in compliance with the requirements of Article XIII A, section 1(b)(3) of the State Constitution, and the Strict Accountability in Local School Construction Bonds Act of 2000 (codified at Section 15264 et seq. of the California Education Code).

    Evaluation of Needs. The Board of Trustees has evaluated the facilities needs of the District and has identified projects to finance from a local bond measure at this time. The Board of Trustees has certified that it has evaluated safety, class size reduction and information technology needs in developing the Bond Project List.

    Independent Citizens’ Oversight Committee. The Board of Trustees shall establish an independent Citizens’ Oversight Committee in accordance with Education Code sections 15278-15282 and applicable Board policy, to ensure bond proceeds are expended only for the school facilities projects listed in the Bond Project List. The committee shall be established within sixty (60) days of the date when the Board of Trustees enters the results of the election in its official minutes.

    Annual Performance Audit. The Board of Trustees shall conduct or cause to be conducted an annual, independent performance audit to ensure that the bond proceeds have been expended only on the school facilities projects described in the Bond Project List.

    Annual Financial Audit. The Board of Trustees shall conduct or cause to be conducted an annual, independent financial audit of the bond proceeds until all of those proceeds have been spent.

    Annual Report to Board. Upon approval of this measure and the sale of any bonds approved, the Board of Trustees shall take actions necessary to establish an account in which proceeds of the sale of bonds will be deposited. As long as any proceeds of the bonds remain unexpended, the Superintendent shall cause a report to be filed with the Board of Trustees no later than January 1 of each year, commencing on the first January 1 after bonds have been issued and proceeds spent, stating (1) the amount of bond proceeds received and expended in the past fiscal year, and (2) the status of any project funded or to be funded from bond proceeds. The report may be incorporated into the annual budget, annual financial report, or other appropriate routine report to the Board.

    SECTION III: BOND PROJECT LIST

    This Bond Project List, which is an integral part of this proposition, describes the specific projects the District proposes to finance with proceeds of the bonds. All information contained within this “Section III: Bond Project List” comprises the list and description of permissible projects and expenses that may be paid from bond proceeds.

    In order to meet all identified facility needs, the District intends to complete projects using a combination of funding sources, including joint use funds or contributions, development impact fees, and state funding (if available). The District will pursue state matching funds if and when they become available, and if received, they will be used for projects on the Bond Project List or other high priority capital outlay expenditures as permitted by law. Approval of this measure does not guarantee that all projects on this Bond Project List at all listed sites will be funded beyond the local revenues generated by this measure. The District’s proposal for the projects assumes the receipt of some state matching funds, which could be subject to appropriation by the Legislature or approval of a statewide bond measure. Bond funds may be used to meet any matching share contribution requirements.

    Specific projects that may be funded by bond proceeds include projects in Category A and Category B, list below. Category A projects are intended to be completed at the site indicated. Category B projects may be completed at any and all school sites, buildings and facilities where such project is determined necessary or required, including without limitation, adult education facilities, administrative and support buildings, and alternative education program facilities. Whether and how a project is described in Category A does not limit the District’s ability to perform a Category B project at any particular site.

    Specific projects to be funded by the bond measure include the following:

    Category A: Site-Specific Campus Upgrades to Prepare Students for College and Careers and Comply with Safety, Accessibility and Educational Standards

    ARCHIE WILLIAMS HIGH SCHOOL

    • Renovate and expand Performing Arts Center, including:
      • Renovate / expand existing theater and music and drama classroom building, new lobby with restrooms, new dressing rooms, upgrade performance lighting;
      • Make required ADA improvements; install new systems and finishes;
    • Demolish and remove Creekside portables and replace with outdoor learning areas;
    • Replace baseball and football fields;
    • Resurface track;
    • Upgrade/modernize athletic fieldhouse;
    • Replace storage buildings.

    REDWOOD HIGH SCHOOL

    • Construct Music, Fine Arts Classroom Buildings and Multi-Purpose Eating Area, including:
      • New music classroom building
      • New arts and ceramics classroom building
      • New multi-purpose sheltered eating area
      • Temporary housing in leased portables
      • Hazardous materials abatement and demolition of existing buildings
      • Replacement of site utilities, including sewer line replacement and relocation of main electrical service and emergency generator
    • Replace Ghilotti Field athletic turf;
    • Expand/renovate existing kitchen, dining, and food service areas;
    • Resurface track;
    • Replaster pool.

    TAMALPAIS HIGH SCHOOL

    • Replace Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Math (STEAM) Building, including:
      • New 4-story building containing 14 science, math, engineering and arts classrooms and labs and a replacement music classroom building;
      • Temporary housing in leased portables;
      • Hazardous materials abatement and demolition and removal of existing buildings;
      • Extensive grading and site utilities.
    • Replace elevator for disability access and fire escapes;
    • Upgrade/modernize kitchen, food service and dining areas;
    • Resurface track;
    • Replaster pool;
    • Replace storage buildings.

    Category B: Districtwide Campus Upgrades to Support Student Health, Safety and Security

    The following projects are authorized to be completed at each, any or all of the District’s schools, sites, buildings and facilities if and where determined necessary:

    • Replace deteriorating and leaky roofs;
    • Replace heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems;
    • Repair and replace deteriorating student restrooms;
    • Replace, upgrade plumbing and irrigation systems, including associated asphalt repairs;
    • Upgrade restrooms and path of travel to improve access for students with disabilities and meet current Americans with Disabilities Act requirements;
    • Provide solar photovoltaic parking structures and electric vehicle charging stations to offset energy usage, reduce carbon footprint and promote sustainable practices.
    • Improve technology infrastructure to increase bandwidth Districtwide and enhance network-based content and curriculum delivery; acquire and/or improve classroom technology, upgrade backbone systems wireless access points, switches, and MDF/IDF data rooms with environmental controls

    Listed projects, repairs, improvements, rehabilitation projects and upgrades will be completed only as needed, and the listing of projects does not imply a particular prioritization among such improvements; however, the Board’s top priorities for improvements include the renovation and expansion of the performing arts center at Archie Williams High School; the construction of the music, fine arts classroom buildings and multi-purpose eating area at Redwood High School and the replacement of the STEAM building at Tamalpais High School. Projects may be done in phases, based on Board of Trustees priorities available funding. Decisions regarding the scope, timing, prioritization or other facets of project implementation will be made solely by the Board of Trustees by subsequent action. Where terms such as “renovate,” “upgrade,” “replace,” and “improve” are used in the Bond Project List, the Board of Trustees has the discretion to determine the best method for accomplishing the project’s objective, including the use of new construction. For any listed project involving renovation or modernization of a building or the major portion of a building, the District may proceed with new replacement construction instead (including any necessary demolition), if the District determines that replacement and new construction is more practical than renovation, considering the building’s age, condition, expected remaining life, comparative cost and other relevant factors. In addition, where feasible, projects may be completed in partnership with other public or private agencies on a joint use basis using bond proceeds, subject to federal tax rules and regulations.

    Each project is assumed to include its share of costs of bond issuance, architectural, engineering, legal and similar planning costs; litigation costs; construction management; bond project consultants; staff development and training expenses associated with learning construction techniques and approaches and new bond-funded equipment and systems; the furnishing and equipping of all projects, including equipment to maintain facilities in a safe and clean condition; and a customary contingency for unforeseen design and construction costs. Payment of the costs of preparation of facilities planning and project implementation studies, feasibility and assessment reviews, master planning, environmental studies, permit and inspection fees, Division of State Architect (DSA) - related requirements, studies and assessments, including ADA and seismic, and temporary housing and relocation costs for dislocated programs or activities caused or necessitated by projects on the Bond Project List are permissible bond expenditures.

    The final cost of each project will be determined as plans are finalized and projects are completed. Based on the final costs of each project, certain of the projects described above may be delayed or may not be completed. Necessary site preparation, grading or restoration may occur in connection with acquisition of property, new construction, modernization, renovation or remodeling, or installation or removal of modular classrooms, including ingress and egress, removing, replacing or installing irrigation, utility lines, trees and landscaping, relocating fire access roads and acquiring any necessary easements, leases, licenses or rights of way to the property.

    SECTION IV: ADDITIONAL SPECIFICATIONS

    No Operating Expenses. Proceeds from the sale of Bonds authorized by this proposition shall be used only for the construction, reconstruction, rehabilitation or replacement of school facilities on the Bond Project List, including the furnishing and equipping of said school facilities, or the acquisition or lease of real property for said school facilities, and not for any other purpose, including teacher or administrator salaries and other school operating expenses in accordance with applicable law.

    Single Purpose. All of the purposes enumerated in this proposition shall be united and voted upon as one single proposition, pursuant to Section 15100 of the California Education Code, and all the enumerated purposes shall constitute the specific single purpose of the bonds and proceeds of the bonds shall be spent only for such purpose.

    Other Terms of the Bonds. The bonds may be issued and sold in several series, and in accordance with a financing plan determined by the Board of Trustees pursuant to requirements of law. When sold, the bonds shall bear interest at an annual rate not exceeding the statutory maximum and with a maximum term not exceeding the statutory maximum, provided that the average useful life of bonds sold will not exceed one hundred twenty percent (120%) of the average life of the projects being financed or as otherwise provided by federal tax law. Bond funds may be used to reimburse the District for Bond Project list expenditures incurred prior to the election and bond issuance, in accordance with federal tax law.

    Attention of all voters is directed to the fact that the financial information contained in this measure is based upon the District’s projections and estimates only, which are not binding upon the District, nor are the summary or average payment estimates, if any, provided in the Ballot Label. The actual tax rates, debt service and the years in which they will apply may vary from those presently estimated, due to variations from these estimates in the timing of bond sales, the amount of bonds sold and market interest rates at the time of each sale, and actual assessed valuations over the term of repayment of the bonds. The dates of sale and the amount of bonds sold at any given time will be determined by the District based on need for construction funds and other factors. The actual interest rates at which the bonds will be sold will depend on the bond market at the time of each sale. Actual future assessed valuation will depend upon the amount and value of taxable property within the District as determined by the County Assessor in the annual assessment and the equalization process.

    In preparing this information, the District obtained reasonable and informed projections of assessed property valuations that took into consideration projections of assessed property valuations made by the County Assessor, if any, in accordance with Education Code Section 15100(c).

• Measure C – Bolinas Stinson School

  To provide competitive salaries, offer instructional programs including Visual and Performing Arts, support diverse learners, achieve educational goals, and fund school operations, shall Bolinas Stinson Union School District’s measure be adopted levying a $390.00 parcel tax, commencing July 1, 2025 for five years, with a 3% annual increase, and exemptions for persons 65 and older, with an estimated $682,500 generated annually from said assessment?

  YES                             NO

  Votes required to pass: 2/3 voter approval
  Special tax for educational programs

  • IMPARTIAL ANALYSIS BY COUNTY COUNSEL OF MEASURE C

    BOLINAS-STINSON UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT
    SPECIAL PARCEL TAX MEASURE

    MEASURE C

    This Measure was placed on the ballot by the Board of Trustees of the Bolinas-Stinson Union School District.

    If this Measure is approved by two-thirds of the votes cast on this special tax proposal, Bolinas-Stinson Union School District will levy a parcel tax of $390 per year per assessor’s parcel for a period of five years beginning July 1, 2025, and expiring June 30, 2030. Beginning on July 1, 2026, the rate of the special tax shall be increased by three percent (3%) each year. The Bolinas-Stinson Union School District Board of Trustees estimates revenue from this Measure will be approximately $682,500 dollars for the first year of the parcel tax.

    An exemption from this special tax may be granted on any parcel owned by one or more persons who are occupying said parcel as their principal place of residence and is 65 years of age or older.

    The stated purposes for the funds raised by this special tax are to maintain present education programs for art, music, foreign language, and physical education, maintain class size and instructional materials, and provide for sufficient staff.

    Pursuant to the California Constitution Article XIII B and applicable laws, the appropriations limit for the District will be adjusted periodically by the aggregate sum collected by levy of this qualified special tax.

    s/BRIAN E. WASHINGTON
    County Counsel

  • ARGUMENT IN FAVOR OF MEASURE C

    No argument in favor of Measure C was filed.

  • ARGUMENT AGAINST MEASURE C

    No argument against Measure C was filed.

  • FULL TEXT OF MEASURE C

    Bolinas-Stinson Union School District

    Resolution # 11 2023-2024

    RESOLUTION AND ORDER OF ELECTION IN THE MATTER OF A SPECIAL TAX ELECTION TO MAINTAIN AND EXPAND SCHOOL PROGRAMS

    WHEREAS, the California State Legislature has failed to provide adequate and necessary funding for the continued operations of the schools of the Bolinas-Stinson Union Schools district and their instructional programs; and

    WHEREAS, as a result of this lack of funding for the schools, Bolinas Stinson Union School District is in danger of eliminating study programs beneficial and necessary to the children who attend the schools of the district; and

    WHEREAS, Section 4 of Article XIIIA of the California Constitution and Government Code Sections 50075, 50076, 50077, 50079 and 53720 et seq. authorize school districts to levy a “Special Tax” to raise funds for the purpose of providing funds to run the schools of the district upon approval of two-thirds of the votes cast by voters voting upon such a special tax proposal;

    WHEREAS, passage of a state Constitutional Amendment would allow local voters to decide to make investments in their neighborhood schools in addition to state funding;

    NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Governing Board of the Bolinas-Stinson Union School District resolves to conduct a regular election on November 5, 2024, at which will be submitted to the qualified voters of the Bolinas-Stinson Union School District a measure to authorize a special tax for the purpose of continuing and expanding vital educational programs, critical to the educational process in the schools of the district;

    BE IT RESOLVED, FURTHERMORE, BY THE GOVERNING BOARD OF THE BOLINAS-STINSON UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT AS FOLLOWS:

    Section 1. Said election is hereby called to be held within the boundaries of the Bolinas-Stinson Union School District, at which elections shall be submitted to the qualified voters the following measure, to wit:

    To provide competitive salaries, offer instructional programs including Visual and Performing Arts, support diverse learners, achieve educational goals, and fund school operations, shall Bolinas Stinson Union School District’s measure be adopted levying a $390.00 parcel tax, commencing July 1, 2025 for five years, with a 3% annual increase, and exemptions for persons 65 and older, with an estimated $682,500 generated annually from said assessment?

    YES                             NO

    The funds shall be used for;

    District Programs: Maintain present education programs including Art, Music, Foreign Language, Physical Education and maintain reasonable class size.

    Basic Instructional materials: maintain adequate per student allowance and update classroom texts to ensure adequate quantity and quality of texts.

    Educational and instructional equipment and supplies: maintain current instructional equipment.

    Operation and maintenance: maintain sufficient staff for efficient operation and adequate allowance for building and grounds maintenance.

    Priorities for expenditures of funds the first and each successive year will be determined by the Governing Board with input from staff, parents and the community.

    The special tax will be imposed in the amount of $390.00 with a 3% annual cost of living adjustment for each year after the date of commencement, and with an exemption for resident property owners who have attained the age of 65 on or before July 1 of any applicable year for each assessor’s parcel, and who apply to the District on or before July 1, 2025 or July 1 of any succeeding assessment year. Any one application from a qualified applicant will provide an exemption for the parcel for the remaining term of the assessment so long as such applicant continues to use the parcel as his or her principal residence.

    Section 2. The text of the measure as displayed on each individual ballot shall be abbreviated and shall read as follows:

    BOLINAS STINSON UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT

    To provide competitive salaries, offer instructional programs including Visual and Performing Arts, support diverse learners, achieve educational goals, and fund school operations, shall Bolinas Stinson Union School District’s measure be adopted levying a $390.00 parcel tax, commencing July 1, 2025 for five years, with a 3% annual increase, and exemptions for persons 65 and older, with an estimated $682,500 generated annually from said assessment?

    YES                             NO

    Section 3. Commencing on July 1, 2025, the special tax specified above, shall be collected and administered in the same manner as ad valorem property taxes are fixed and collected under provisions of the California Revenue and Taxation Code.

    Section 4. The Superintendent of Schools of Marin County is hereby requested to call a regular election of the said “special tax” to be held on November 5, 2024. The county Clerk is hereby requested and authorized to: 1) set forth on all sample ballots relating to said election to be mailed to the qualified electors of the Bolinas-Stinson Union School District said measure; and 2) provide absent voter ballots for said “special Tax” election for use by qualified electors of the Bolinas-Stinson Union schools District who are entitled thereto in the manner provided by law.

    Section 5. If any section, sub-section, phrase or clause of this resolution is for any reason held to be invalid, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portion of this resolution. This governing board declares that it would have adopted this resolution and each section, sub-section, phrase or clause thereof irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, sub-sections, sentences, phrases or clauses be declared invalid.

    Section 6. The clerk of the Bolinas-Stinson Union School District Governing Board is hereby authorized and directed to certify to the due adoption of this resolution and to transmit a copy hereof so certified to the Superintendent of Schools of Marin County and to file a copy hereof so certified with the county Clerk of Marin County.

    PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Bolinas-Stinson Union School District Board of Trustees at a meeting held on June 18, 2024 by the following vote:

    AYES: 4
    NOES: 0
    ABSENT: 1 (Dar)
    ABSTAIN: 0

    s/NATHAN SIEDMAN
    President of the Board

• Measure Q – Stinson Beach Fire

  Shall the appropriations limit established for the Stinson Beach Fire Protection District pursuant to Article XIII B of the California Constitution is adjusted to include the combined total of all revenue Sources for the fiscal years 2023-2024 through 2024-2029 in order to continue funding for the fire protection and ambulance services Provided by the District?

  YES                             NO

  Votes required to pass: Majority voter approval
  Increase appropriations limit

  • IMPARTIAL ANALYSIS BY COUNTY COUNSEL OF MEASURE Q

    STINSON BEACH FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT
    APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT

    MEASURE Q

    This Measure was placed on the ballot by the Board of Directors of the Stinson Beach Fire Protection District.

    Article XIIIB of the California Constitution restricts governmental spending of tax proceeds by setting an annual spending limit, also known as an appropriations limit. The Constitution authorizes voters to change this spending limit for a maximum period of four years at a time. The District Board of Directors has placed Measure Q on the ballot to submit to the voters the question of whether the current appropriations limit should continue for another four years.

    If approved, this measure would continue the District’s authority to spend tax revenue received. This authority would continue through fiscal year 2028-29 and would allow the District to continue meeting its current operating costs, which are more than the limits otherwise allowed under the constitutional limit. If this measure fails, the District’s current spending limits will be reduced, which would reduce the funds available to continue the District’s current levels of service. Measure Q itself does not authorize the District to impose a new assessment or increase any property tax rate.

    s/BRIAN WASHINGTON
    County Counsel

  • ARGUMENT IN FAVOR OF MEASURE Q

    Measure Q is not an increase in taxes.

    Measure Q authorizes the District to expend the tax dollars Stinson Beach voters already have approved. Measure Q has no effect on the tax rate. A YES vote will NOT raise taxes.

    A NO vote will not reduce taxes.

    A YES vote simply increases the District’s appropriations to equal the existing tax revenue. This enables the District to pay for fire protection and ambulance services.

    If Measure Q fails, the District budget will have to be cut back by a significant amount.

    Measure Q expires automatically in four years and must be resubmitted to the voters.

    OUR TAX DOLLARS PROVIDE FOR NEEDED SERVICES.

    STINSON BEACH FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT

    MARK A. WHITE
    President, Board of Directors

    JAMES RITCHIE
    Vice President, Board of Directors

    JEFFREY WALSH
    District Director

    ROB GUIDI
    District Director

    SEAN GREENE
    District Director

  • ARGUMENT AGAINST MEASURE Q

    No argument against Measure Q was filed.

  • FULL TEXT OF MEASURE Q

    RESOLUTION NO. 2024-9

    RESOLUTION OF THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE STINSON BEACH FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT
    CALLING FOR AN ELECTION BE HELD IN ITS JURISDICTION: ESTABLISHING A DATE FOR ELECTION; ADOPTING INTENDED BALLOT LANGUAGE: ORDERING THE CONSOLIDATION OF SAID ELECTION; REQUESTING ELECTION SERVICES BY THE REGISTRAR OF VOTERS

    WHEREAS, in November 1979, Proposition 4 (the GANN Initiative) was approved, which added Article XIII B to the State constitution, placing limits on the amount of revenue that all government entities may spend; and

    WHEREAS, the provisions of that Article establish maximum limitations, commonly called “Gann Limits”, for public agencies; and

    WHEREAS, the Stinson Beach Fire Protection District must establish a Gann limit in accordance with the provisions of Article XIII B; and

    WHEREAS, it is the determination of the Board of Directors of the Stinson Beach Fire Protection District that a measure should be submitted to the voters pursuant to Article XIIIB of the California Constitution; and

    WHEREAS, said measure must be approved by a simple majority of the voters voting thereon.

    Now, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that this Board of Directors hereby calls an Election to be held on November 5, 2024, at which the issue to be presented shall be:

    Increase Appropriations Limit

    Shall the appropriations limit established for the Stinson Beach Fire Protection District pursuant to Article XIII B of the California Constitution is adjusted to include the combined total of all revenue Sources for the fiscal years 2023-2024 through 2024-2029 in order to continue funding for the fire protection and ambulance services Provided by the District?

    BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Supervisors of the County of Marin is hereby requested to:

    1. Consolidate said election with any other applicable election on the same day; and
    2. Authorize and direct the Registrar of Voters, at Stinson Beach Fire Protection District expense to provide all necessary election services and to canvass the results of said election.

    PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Stinson Beach Fire Protection District held on the 29th day of July, 2024, by the following vote:

    AYES: 5
    NOES: 0
    ABSENT: 0

    ATTEST:

    s/MARK WHITE
    President of the Board

    s/CAREY CROSBY
    Board Clerk

• Measure R – Stinson Beach Fire

  To preserve local fire and emergency response services; attract and retain qualified local firefighters and paramedics; prepare for and respond to wildfires, floods, earthquakes, and disasters; and maintain rapid 911 response times; shall Stinson Beach Fire Protection District’s measure levying $0.42 per building area square foot, generating $700,000 annually until ended by voters, be adopted, with annual adjustments, citizens’ oversight, independent audits and all funds spent locally?

  YES                             NO

  Votes required to pass: 2/3 of votes cast
  Special tax for fire and emergency services

  • IMPARTIAL ANALYSIS BY COUNTY COUNSEL OF MEASURE R

    STINSON BEACH FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT
    PARCEL TAX MEASURE

    MEASURE R

    This Measure was placed on the ballot by the Board of Directors of the Stinson Beach Fire Protection District.

    If this Measure is approved by two-thirds of the votes cast on this special tax proposal, the Stinson Beach Fire Protection District will levy a parcel tax beginning July 1, 2025, with the levy continuing until rescinded. If approved, beginning on July 1, 2025, the rate of the special tax shall be $0.42 per building area square feet per parcel. Each fiscal year thereafter, the District Board may adjust the rate by a percentage not to exceed any increase in the Consumer Price Index. The Stinson Beach Fire Protection District estimates revenue from this Measure will be approximately $700,000 annually, plus the annual rate increase, if any. Property otherwise exempt from property taxes are exempt from this special tax.

    An exemption from this special tax may be granted on any parcel owned by one or more persons who are occupying said parcel as their principal place of residence, the property is a single-family residence, and the owner is 65 years of age or older.

    The stated purposes for the funds raised by this special tax are for fire protection and emergency services, including maintaining local emergency medical services, attracting and retaining paramedics, maintaining current 9-1-1 fire response times and local fire protection.

    s/BRIAN WASHINGTON
    County Counsel

  • ARGUMENT IN FAVOR OF MEASURE R

    Vote Yes on R to keep fire response and lifesaving services local to Stinson Beach!

    During crises, the Stinson Beach Fire Protection District is always there to protect and serve our community and its visitors.

    While the scope of our responsibilities has expanded significantly, funding has not kept pace. Stinson Beach is in a high-risk area, facing threats from earthquakes, tsunamis, and fires. Emergency services are further overwhelmed by the community’s aging population and the surge in visitors.

    These growing challenges have required Stinson Beach Fire Protection District to use budget reserves to hire professional firefighters and sustain the high-quality service our community deserves. However, these funds are depleting, and the future of Stinson Beach Fire is in jeopardy.

    That’s why we need Measure R. It will help Stinson Beach Fire Protection District attract and retain professional firefighters equipped to handle natural disasters, fires, and medical emergencies, ensuring swift, high-quality lifesaving response.

    Without a dedicated local funding source, the Stinson Beach Fire Protection District could be forced to close. With Measure R, we will maintain local control over lifesaving services and ensure that the firefighters we rely on remain in Stinson Beach.

    Vote Yes on R: The Lifeline Stinson Beach Fire Needs

    • Attract and retain high-quality, professional firefighters
    • Ensure local firefighters are prepared for fires, earthquakes, flooding, and other disasters
    • Maintain rapid 9-1-1 emergency response times
    • Recruit and retain paramedic-certified personnel, improve response time, and guarantee access to critical lifesaving care

    Measure R Requires Strict Fiscal Accountability:

    • All proceeds are controlled locally and cannot be taken away by the State
    • Independent citizens’ oversight and mandatory annual audits ensure funds are spent as promised
    • Senior citizen homeowners are eligible for an exemption from the cost
    • More than half of the revenue from this measure would come from second homeowners

    Protect those who protect us — Vote Yes on R for Stinson Beach firefighters!

    TOBY BISSON
    Firefighter

    SARAH N. BUTLER
    Realtor

    KELLI GIEST
    In-home Care

    MAXINE GILBERT
    Small Business Owner

    ANNE deBEERS RAND
    Long-term Resident

  • ARGUMENT AGAINST MEASURE R

    No argument against Measure R was filed.

  • FULL TEXT OF MEASURE R

    ORDINANCE NO. 2024-1

    AN ORDINANCE OF THE STINSON BEACH FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT AUTHORIZING THE DISTRICT TO LEVY A SPECIAL TAX TO FUND
    FIRE PROTECTION AND EMERGENCY SERVICES

    The people of the Stinson Beach Fire Protection District ordain as follows:

    SECTION 1. AUTHORITY

    This Ordinance is adopted pursuant to Article XIII, A section 4, Article XIII B, section 4 and Article XIII C, section 2 of the California Constitution, Article 3.7 (commencing with Section 53720) of chapter 4 of Division 2 of Title 5 of the California Government Code, Section 13911 of the California Health and Safety Code, Article 3.5 (commencing with Section 50075 of chapter 1 of Part 1 of Division 1 of Title 5 of the California Government Code, and other applicable law.

    SECTION 2. DEFINITIONS

    For the purposes of this Ordinance, the following terms shall have the meanings provided below; unless the context clearly requires a different meaning. The definition of a word or phrase applies to any of that word’s or phrase’s variants.

    “Administrator” means an official of the District, or designee thereof, responsible for carrying out the provisions of this Ordinance.

    “Board” means the Board of Directors of the District.

    “Consumer Price Index” means the Consumer Price Index for all Urban Consumers (CPI-U) for the San Francisco-Oakland-San Jose Area (1982-84=100) as published by the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics. If the Consumer Price Index is discontinued or revised, another similar government index or computation shall be utilized, as determined by the Board.

    “County” means the County of Marin.

    “County Assessor” or “Assessor” means the County Assessor of the County of Marin.

    “District” means the Stinson Beach Fire Protection District.

    “Fiscal Year” means the period starting July 1 and ending the following June 30.

    “Improved Square Footage” means building area as shown on the equalized tax roll of the County as of January 1 of each Fiscal Year.

    “Parcel” means any County Assessor’s parcel in the District· based on the equalized tax roll of the County as of January 1 of each Fiscal Year.

    “Special Tax” means the special tax authorized and imposed by this Ordinance.

    “Taxable Parcel” means any Parcel that is not a Tax-Exempt Parcel.

    “Tax-Exempt Parcel” means any Parcel that is exempt from (1) the Special Tax, as provided for in this Ordinance; or (2) the levy of general ad valorem property taxes under California law, including but not limited to public streets; schools; parks; and public drainage ways, landscaping, wetlands, greenbelts, and open space.

    SECTION 3. DETERMINATION OF NECESSITY

    The amount of revenue available to the District from property taxes is inadequate to meet the current and future costs of continuing to provide fire and emergency services pursuant to Section 13862 of the California Health and Safety Code. Therefore, the District must establish a stable source of supplementary revenue to assist in meeting the costs of providing such services and exercising the other rights and powers of the District.

    SECTION 4. SPECIAL TAX IMPOSED

    An annual special tax at the rate set forth herein is hereby imposed on every Taxable Parcel within the District. The Special Tax constitutes a debt owed by the owner of each Taxable Parcel to the District. The Special Tax shall be levied and collected on each Taxable Parcel within the District for which the owner receives a separate ad valorem property tax bill. Tax-Exempt Parcels are exempt from any liability for the Special Tax.

    The Special Tax shall be levied on each Taxable Parcel at the rate of $0.42 multiplied by the Improved Square Footage on the Taxable Parcel. Beginning with the 2026-2027 Fiscal Year and each Fiscal Year thereafter, the Board may adjust the then-current rate of the Special Tax by a percentage not to exceed any increase in the Consumer Price Index. For purposes of this adjustment, any increase in the Consumer Price Index shall be calculated from the February of the immediately preceding year to February of the current year.

    This Special Tax is estimated to raise $700,000 in annual local funding. The amount of annual local funding raised by this Special Tax will vary from year-to-year due to changes in the number of Taxable Parcels subject to the levy, the amount of Improved Square Footage, and potential annual adjustments.

    The records of the Marin County Tax Collector each year shall provide the basis for determining the calculation of the Special Tax applicable to each Taxable Parcel.

    SECTION 5. EXEMPTION

    The Special Tax shall not be imposed on any Parcel owned by a person age sixty-five (65) years or over as of July 1 of each applicable fiscal year and which is used solely for owner-occupied single-family residential purposes, if the owner obtains an annual exemption to the Special Tax upon approval of the District.

    Applications for this exemption must be submitted to the Administrator in the manner and at the time established by the Administrator. Applications for this exemption shall be on forms provided by the Administrator and shall provide such information as the Administrator may require. The application process will be in the form of self-certification under penalty of perjury. If the Administrator determines the need to audit an application, the Administrator may require additional information.

    SECTION 6. COLLECTION OF TAX

    The Special Tax may be collected in the same manner as ordinary ad valorem taxes are collected and, if collected in that manner, shall have the same lien priority and be subject to the same penalties and the same procedure and sale in cases of delinquency as provided for ad valorem taxes collected by the County. The Board may provide for other alternative methods of collection of the Special Tax by resolution.

    SECTION 7. COLLECTION OF UNPAID TAX

    The amount of the Special Tax, any penalty, and any interest imposed under the provisions of this Ordinance shall be deemed a debt owed to the District. Any person owing money to the District under the provisions of this Ordinance shall be personally liable to an action brought in the name of the District, at its option, for the recovery for such amount.

    SECTION 8. PURPOSE AND USE OF TAX REVENUE

    Revenue from the Special Tax, including penalties and interest thereon, shall be used for fire protection and emergency services, including but not limited to, maintaining local emergency medical services; attracting and retaining qualified professional paramedics; maintaining high cardiac and stroke survivability standards; maintaining local fire protection; maintaining current 9-1-1 fire response times; and improving the District’s ability to react to and contain wildland fires.

    At the Board’s discretion, revenue from the Special Tax, including penalties and interest thereon, may also be used to pay for the costs of holding an election to seek voter approval of this Ordinance, for the costs of administering the Special Tax, and for the costs of defending the Special Tax and this Ordinance, including attorneys’ fees and related costs.

    SECTION 9. ACCOUNTABILITY

    In accordance with the requirements of Government Code Sections 50075.1 and 50075.3, the following accountability measures, among others, shall apply to the Special Tax:

    1. A separate, special account, shall be created, into which the proceeds of the Special Tax, including penalties and interest earned on such proceeds, must be deposited.
    2. The specific purposes of the Special Tax are for the funding of fire protection and emergency services and for related election, administration, and legal fees as set forth in Section 8.
    3. The proceeds of the Special Tax shall be applied only to those specific purposes.
    4. The Administrator shall annually prepare and submit to the Board a report regarding the special tax funds collected and expended, as well as any other information required by Government Code sections 50075.1 and 50075.3.

    SECTION 10. ANNUAL AUDITS AND OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE

    Annually the District retains an independent auditor to conduct an audit of and provide audited financial statements for all of the District’s financial activities. The auditor shall include an accounting of the revenue received from the Special Tax and expenditures thereof in the audited financial statements. The auditor’s report shall be presented to the Board and the committee established by this section and made available to the public.

    There shall be a committee of members of the public to review and report on the revenue and expenditure of funds from the Special Tax. The Board shall adopt a resolution establishing the composition of the committee, the manner and timing of appointment of members of the committee, and the duties of the committee.

    SECTION 11. INTERPRETATION, APPLICATION, AND APPEAL OF SPECIAL TAX FORMULA AND PROCEDURES

    Any taxpayer who feels the amount of the Special Tax assigned to a Taxable Parcel is in error may file a notice with the Administrator appealing the levy of the Special Tax. The Administrator then will review the appeal and, if necessary, meet with the applicant. If the Administrator verifies that the special tax levied on the applicant’s parcel should be modified or changed, the Special Tax levy will be corrected and, if applicable in any case, a credit or refund will be granted. The appeal must be filed not later than one year after having paid the Special Tax that is disputed.

    Interpretations may be made by the District, by Resolution or Ordinance of the Board, for purposes of clarifying any vagueness or ambiguity as it relates to the rate of the Special Tax, the determination of Improved Square Footage, or any definition applicable to the special tax.

    Without Board approval, the Administrator may make minor, non-substantive administrative and technical interpretations of the provisions of this Ordinance for purposes of administrative efficiency or convenience or to comply with new applicable federal, state, or local law, so long as any interpretation does not materially affect the rate and manner of collection of the Special Tax.

    SECTION 12. AMENDMENTS

    This Ordinance may only be amended by a vote of the people if the amendment would result in the Special Tax being imposed, extended, or increased in a manner not authorized by this Ordinance as originally approved by the voters, or if the amendment would substantially alter the purpose of the Special Tax. The Board may enact other amendments, including but not limited to amendments necessary to implement or administer the Special Tax.

    SECTION 13. EXPIRATION OF TAX

    The authority to levy the Special Tax shall remain in effect unless a later ordinance is adopted and approved by the voters that either repeals the Special Tax or establishes a date that the authority to levy the Special Tax shall terminate.

    SECTION 14. ADJUSTMENT OF APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT

    Pursuant to California Constitution Article XIIIB, the appropriation limit for the District is hereby increased by the aggregate sum authorized to be levied by the Special Tax for the first year the Special Tax is levied and each year thereafter.

    SECTION 15. SEVERABILITY

    If any provision of this Ordinance is held by any court or by any Federal or State agency of competent jurisdiction, to be invalid as conflicting with any Federal or State law, rule or regulation now or hereafter in effect, or is held by such court or agency to be modified in any way in order to conform to the requirements of any such law, rule or regulation, such provision shall be considered a separate, distinct, and independent part of this ordinance, and such holding shall not affect the validity and enforceability of all other provisions hereof. In the event that such law, rule or regulation is subsequently repealed, rescinded, amended or otherwise changed, so that the provision thereof which had previously been held invalid or modified is no longer in conflict with such law, rule or regulation, said provision shall thereupon return to full force and effect and shall thereafter be binding. If any section, subsection, phrase, clause, sentence, or word in this Ordinance shall for any reason be held invalid or unconstitutional by a court of competent jurisdiction, it shall not nullify the remainder of this Ordinance but shall be confined to the article, section, subsection, subdivision, clause, sentence or word so held invalid or unconstitutional.

    SECTION 16. EXECUTION

    If this Ordinance is approved by two-thirds of the registered voters of the District voting on the question, the President and Secretary shall execute this Ordinance where indicated below and file a copy of the certified Ordinance with the County Assessor and maintain a copy in the records of the District.

    We hereby certified that the foregoing Ordinance was approved by two-thirds of the voters of the District voting on the question in an election in the District on November 5, 2024.

Vote by Mail

Ballots mailed starting October 7

All active registered voters will get a ballot in the mail. Allow 7-10 days for delivery.

• Ballot Packet

  Packet includes this guide, ballot, instructions and postage-paid return envelope.

  Date and sign your return envelope.

• Return Ballot
  1. Into a Drop Box - List of Drop Box Locations (opens a new window)
  2. At a Vote Center - List of Vote Center Locations (opens a new window)
  3. Mail your ballot - must be postmarked on or before November 5 and received by November 12

Common Questions

• How do I update my registration?

  Online at registertovote.ca.gov (opens a new window) OR by paper registration form, postmarked no later than October 21, 2024.

• Will the post office forward my ballot?

  No. Forwarding a ballot is not allowed.

• I will be out of town. How can I vote?

  Call and give us your temporary mailing address. We will mail the ballot one time to that address. Call 415-473-6456.

• Can someone else pick up a ballot for me?

  Yes, use our Application to Provide Vote By Mail Ballot to Representative form (opens a new window). If you have questions, call 415-473-6456.

• What if I lose my ballot or make a mistake?

  You may go to any Vote Center and receive a replacement ballot. If you make a mistake, call the Elections Department at 415-473-6456.

• What if I forgot to sign my envelope?

  Only you (not someone else) must sign your envelope for your ballot to be counted. If your signature is missing OR does not compare with your voter registration, you will get a letter telling you how to correct the problem.

• How do I return my vote-by-mail ballot?

  Mail it in your signed envelope, postmarked on or before Election Day, November 5. A voter can ensure that a postmark is applied to their return ballot envelope by vising a Postal Service retail office and requesting a postmark from a retail associate.
  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