Title
Authorize the Registrar of Voters to consolidate and provide specified election services to certain districts relating to the June 2, 2026, Statewide Direct Primary Election.
Report
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Board of Supervisors:
Authorize the Registrar of Voters to consolidate and provide specified election services to certain districts relating to the June 2, 2026, Statewide Direct Primary Election.
SUMMARY:
California Elections Code Sections 10002 and 10400 et seq. provide that a city or district may by resolution request the Board of Supervisors to authorize the Registrar of Voters to consolidate and provide election services relating to the conduct of an election.
DISCUSSION:
Resolutions were filed by the following cities and district(s) requesting that the Registrar of Voters perform consolidated services for the June 2, 2026, Statewide Direct Primary Election:
• City of Soledad
• City of Gonzales
• City of Pacific Grove
• City of Monterey
The services requested consist generally of establishing voting precincts and polling places, preparing and distributing ballots, voter guides, and voting materials, canvassing the voted returns, certifying election results, issuing certificates of election, and all other proceedings incidental to and connected with the election.
Resolutions are attached as Exhibit A, Exhibit B, Exhibit C, and Exhibit D respectively. All resolutions are also on file with the Clerk of the Board. The Santa Cruz County Office of Education also requests consolidation with the Primary Election, consistent with its regular election cycle.
Further, the California Secretary of State provided notice to all counties for state, congressional, legislative and nonpartisan offices to be nominated at the June 2, 2026, Statewide Direct Primary Election. The notice is attached as Exhibit E.
Election services will be provided upon approval of the Board of Supervisors. The Elections Department routinely conducts elections on behalf of local cities and districts, which reimburse the County for all related expenses pursuant to a cost recovery contract with districts.
OTHER AGENCY INVOLVEMENT/COMMITTEE ACTIONS:
The agencies listed have requested that the Registrar of Voters consolidate their election with the June 2, 2026, Statewide Direct Primary Election.
FINANCING:
California Elections Code Section 10002 mandates that all jurisdictions requesting election services from the County shall reimburse the County for the services performed.
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS STRATEGIC PLAN GOALS:
This recommended action promotes an organization that practices efficient and effective resource management in the delivery of services that is in line with the Board’s strategic plan goals.
Mark a check to the related Board of Supervisors Strategic Plan Goals:
____ Well-Being and Quality of Life
____ Sustainable Infrastructure for the Present and Future
____ Safe and Resilient Communities
____ Diverse and Thriving Economy
____ Dynamic Organization and Employer of Choice
If does not fall under any of the above Board of Supervisors Strategic Plan Goals (Other):
__x__ Administrative
Prepared by: Brandon Shioya, Elections Program Manager, x1486
Approved by: Gina Martinez, Registrar of Voters, x1499
Attachments:
Exhibit A - City of Soledad
Exhibit B - City of Gonzales
Exhibit C - City of Pacific Grove
Exhibit D - City of Monterey
Exhibit E - CA Secretary of State Notice of State Offices