Voter Guide-Monterey County

Statement: I am Belen Garcia. Daughter of farm labor workers/ contractor and sister to five siblings. My family built our Greenfield home in 1968. I…

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Statement: I’m excited to continue providing thoughtful, caring, and comprehensive leadership to our city, and enjoy thinking critically about…

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Statement: Serving for over four years on the Carmel Planning Commission, working diligently on your behalf to protect the unique character of our…

Statement: Danny Hala was born and raised in the Carmel Community. Having grown up at Monte Verde and 7th, he possesses the strongest possible…

Statement: I can’t even begin to express the deep affection I hold for Carmel-by-the-Sea. This charming coastal town has captured my heart with its…

Statement: I can’t even begin to express the deep affection I hold for Carmel-by-the-Sea. This charming coastal town has captured my heart with its…

Statement: “I’m Dale Byrne, and I am honored to be a candidate for Mayor of Carmel-by-the-Sea. After a successful career building worldwide…

Statement: “Thank you for the privilege of serving as Mayor of Carmel-by-the-Sea.  Together, we have accomplished a great deal and I will always be…

Statement: “Thank you for the privilege of serving on the city council for the past six years. As mayor, I will lead by finding a productive balance…

Statement: As a family man and business owner for 22 years, I understand the challenges and opportunities in our community. Our community is…

Statement: José Luis Barajas was born in Mexico and arrived in the U.S. when he was 2 months old. His parents came to the Salinas Valley and worked…

Statement: I am running for Salinas City Council because I truly represent the residents of District 3. I am a businesswoman and college educator…

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Statement: Margaret D’Arrigo, a third-generation resident of the Salinas Valley, grew up as one of six children in District 3. From a young age, she…

Statement: I developed a passion for public service and government early in life. I served as my high school’s student body president and as captain…

Statement: Dionne Ybarra arrived in Pacific Grove as a young mother in the early 90’s to raise three sons with her then husband.  She graduated…

Statement: I formerly served on the Pacific Grove City Council. I currently am the promoter of Monterey BaconFest and do independent productions of…

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Statement: I am excited to announce my candidacy for Mayor of Seaside in the November 5, 2024, General Election. As many of you know, I have served…

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Statement: Like many young people in Monterey, I grew up in a military family. My mom served in the Navy for 20 years so we moved around the world…

Statement: Monique Kaldy was born, raised, and educated in California, where she built a strong foundation for her future endeavors. She is the proud…

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Name: Dennis Donohue grew up in Salinas and has called the city home for decades. Dennis learned the importance of local government in people’s lives…

Statement: I’m Chris Barrera, a proud lifelong resident of Salinas and a dedicated business owner, father, and grandfather. My love for our city…