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Orange Sample Ballot & Voter Guide 2026

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Election DayNov. 3, 2026
StateCalifornia
Races Listed38
Profiles54

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Orange County Mayor - District 1

City
  • Randy Fust Jr.
    Randy Fust Jr., a candidate for County Mayor, brings a background in technology. Randy Fust Jr. is associated with the Non-partisan party in available records; this summary is based on official filings, campaign materials, and public reporting available for the 2026 cycle.
    Priorities: Randy Fust Jr., a candidate for County Mayor, brings a background in technology · Randy Fust Jr. is associated with the Non-partisan party in available records · Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates
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Tax Assessor - Ward 1

Local
  • Claude Parrish
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Orange County Mayor

City
  • Mayra Uribe
    Mayra Uribe is an Orange County Commissioner, having won re-. Mayra Uribe is associated with the Non-partisan party in available records. Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates; this summary is based on official filings, campaign materials, and public reporting available for the 2026 cycle.
    Priorities: Mayra Uribe is an Orange County Commissioner, having won re- · Mayra Uribe is associated with the Non-partisan party in available records · Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates
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  • Safraaz Alli
    Safraaz Alli is a community advocate who has run for Mayor of Orlando and is. Safraaz Alli is associated with the Non-partisan party in available records. Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates; this summary is based on official filings, campaign materials, and public reporting available for the 2026 cycle.
    Priorities: Safraaz Alli is a community advocate who has run for Mayor of Orlando and is · Safraaz Alli is associated with the Non-partisan party in available records · Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates
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  • Chris Messina
    Chris Messina is a tech entrepreneur and education philanthropist who ran for election to the Orange County Board of County Commissioners to represent Mayor in Florida. He envisions a greater Orlando and Orange County with a diversified economic base, vibrant, safe neighborhoods, and efficient, transparent government. Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates.
    Priorities: Diversified economic base · Vibrant, safe neighborhoods · Efficient, transparent government
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  • Tiffany Moore Russell
    Tiffany Moore Russell - Ballotpedia Tiffany Moore Russell (Democratic Party) is the <strong Orange County Clerk of the Courts in Florida</strong . Meet Tiffany Moore Russell — Tiffany Moore Russell for Orange County Mayor Working for Our Community <strong As a lifelong Orange County resident and dedicated public servant</strong , I am running for Mayor because every resident deserves a stronger and more vibrant commu
    Priorities: Tiffany Moore Russell - Ballotpedia Tiffany Moore Russell (Democratic Party) is the <strong Orange County Clerk of the Courts in Florida</strong · Meet Tiffany Moore Russell — Tiffany Moore Russell for Orange County Mayor Working for Our Community <strong As a lifelong Orange County resident and dedicated public servant</strong , I am running for Mayor because every resident deserves a stronger and more vibrant community · Tiffany Moore Russell for Orange County Mayor <strong As a lifelong Orange County resident and dedicated public servant</strong , I am running for Mayor because every resident deserves a stronger and more vibrant community
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Orange Unified School District Board of Trustees, Area Four seat

Local
  • Crystal Miles · Republican
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  • Sara Pelly
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Orange County Supervisor, District 4

County
  • Rose Espinoza
    Rose Espinoza is a long-serving La Habra City Councilmember and former Mayor with over two decades of elected experience. She is also the founder and Executive Director of Rosie's Garage, an afterschool non-profit, dedicated to community betterment.
    Priorities: Promoting affordable housing and preventing homelessness · Ensuring fiscal transparency and responsible county budgeting · Strengthening communities and supporting underserved populations
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  • Tim Shaw
    Tim Shaw is a former La Habra Mayor and City Councilmember, and currently serves as the Vice President of the Orange County Board of Education. He previously chaired the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) and is running for Orange County Supervisor, District 4.
    Priorities: Fully funding law enforcement and ensuring public safety for families. · Promoting fiscal responsibility, lower taxes, and transparent budgeting. · Fixing roads and traffic problems, and creating real homelessness solutions with affordable housing.
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  • Connor Traut
    Connor Traut is a local Vice Mayor, business owner, and consumer protection attorney, and a fourth-generation Orange County resident. He previously served as Mayor of Buena Park and as a School Board Trustee, holding degrees in economics, political science, and law from Chapman University.
    Priorities: Improving affordability and building affordable housing to address the housing crisis and homelessness. · Strengthening the local economy, supporting small businesses, and creating good-paying jobs. · Protecting the environment, promoting renewable energy, and preserving natural and recreational spaces.
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  • Fred Jung
    Fred Jung is an immigrant, small business owner, and nonprofit founder currently serving as the Mayor of Fullerton, having been re-elected to the city council in 2024. He was born in Seoul, Korea, and raised in North Orange County.
    Priorities: Strengthen Public Safety · Grow the Economy · Reduce Homelessness
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Orange County Supervisor - District 2

County
  • Tim Shaw
    Tim Shaw is a member of the Orange County Board of Education, serving. Tim Shaw's policy positions are summarized from available public sources. Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates; this summary is based on official filings, campaign materials, and public reporting available for the 2026 cycle.
    Priorities: Tim Shaw is a member of the Orange County Board of Education, serving · Tim Shaw's policy positions are summarized from available public sources · Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates
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  • James Wallace
    James Wallace is a lifelong Orange County resident, commercial decorator, and member of Local Union 831. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Broadcast Journalism from Cal State Fullerton and describes himself as a non-politician focused on common sense, America First, and Constitutional Conservative values.
    Priorities: Ensuring voter integrity with paper ballots, one-day voting, and voter ID. · Promoting fiscal responsibility in the county budget and opposing Board of Supervisors pay raises. · Addressing homelessness by tackling drug addiction and mental health challenges.
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  • Nelida Mendoza
    Nelida Mendoza is a U.S. Army veteran, former educator, and seasoned public servant. Her career includes serving as a Santa Ana Councilmember, a Trustee for Rancho Santiago Community College District, and working as a paralegal and teacher. She holds degrees from Santa Ana College and California State University, Fullerton.
    Priorities: Real Public Safety: Supporting our sheriff and police to ensure families feel safe in their own neighborhoods. · Sensible Housing: Prioritizing the construction of new units over restrictive price caps that stifle the market. · Veterans’ Advocacy: Using her personal military background to ensure those who served our country are never forgotten.
  • Kimberly Davis
    Kimberly Davis is a U.S. military veteran, mother, federal analyst, and community advocate with a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Chapman University, dedicated to bringing transparency and accountability to Orange County government.
    Priorities: Protecting children and families, ensuring their safety and wellbeing. · Increasing transparency, accountability, and oversight in county government. · Supporting veterans and building strong, safe communities.
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  • Vicente Sarmiento
    Vicente Sarmiento is the current Orange County Supervisor for District 2, having assumed office in 2023. He previously served as Mayor of Santa Ana from 2020-2022 and as a Santa Ana City Council member from 2007-2020, in addition to owning a law practice.
    Priorities: Reduce the number of people experiencing homelessness · Improve the delivery of public healthcare · Ensure open and transparent government and responsible spending of tax dollars
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School Board District 2

Local
  • Maria Salamanca
    Maria Salamanca is a member of the Orange County Public Schools school board in Florida, representing District 2, serving since November 2022. She previously ran as an Independent candidate for Lieutenant Governor of New Jersey in 2013. Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates.
    Priorities: Maria Salamanca is a member of the Orange County Public Schools school board in Florida, representing District 2, serving since November 2022 · She previously ran as an Independent candidate for Lieutenant Governor of New Jersey in 2013 · Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates

Clerk-Recorder

County
  • Maria Holly Barraza
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Board of Education Trustee Area 2

Local
  • Mari Barke
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Treasurer-Tax Collector - Ward 2

Local
  • Dana Schultz
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Orange County Board of Supervisors, 5th District - District 2

County
  • Diane Dixon · R
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Orange County Supervisor, District 5

County
  • Diane Dixon · Republican
    Diane Dixon is a current California State Assemblywoman and former two-term Newport Beach City Council member, bringing over three decades of private sector executive experience to her campaign for Orange County Board of Supervisors, District 5.
    Priorities: Protecting taxpayers and ensuring fiscal accountability by cutting wasteful spending and scrutinizing contracts. · Supporting public safety and addressing the fentanyl crisis by holding repeat dealers accountable. · Auditing county homelessness spending and shifting resources towards mental health treatment and substance abuse recovery.
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  • Lucy Vellema
    Lucy Vellema is a lifelong educator, school principal, mentor, and community advocate who has spent decades working directly with children, families, and frontline professionals across Orange County.
    Priorities: Protecting children, families, and seniors, with a focus on reforming family and probate courts and Child Protective Services. · Ensuring transparency and accountability in county government decision-making. · Promoting ethical, law-abiding institutions and responsible use of taxpayer dollars.
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  • Katrina Foley
    Katrina Foley is a community leader, successful businesswoman, and attorney who currently serves as an Orange County Supervisor for the Fifth District, having been first elected in 2021 and previously serving as Costa Mesa's first directly elected Mayor.
    Priorities: Addressing the Homelessness Crisis and Housing · Helping Local Businesses Thrive · Protecting Our Environment
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Orange County Mayor - District 2

City
  • Stephanie Murphy
    Stephanie Murphy - Ballotpedia The Democratic primary election was canceled. Incumbent Stephanie Murphy <strong advanced from the Democratic primary for U.S.</strong Florida's 7th Congressional District - Ballotpedia Incumbent Stephanie Murphy (D) defeated Leo Valentin (R) and William Garlington (No Party Affiliation) in the general election for U.S. Chardo Richardson - Ballotpedia Incumbent Stephanie Murphy <strong
    Priorities: Stephanie Murphy - Ballotpedia The Democratic primary election was canceled · Incumbent Stephanie Murphy <strong advanced from the Democratic primary for U.S.</strong Florida's 7th Congressional District - Ballotpedia Incumbent Stephanie Murphy (D) defeated Leo Valentin (R) and William Garlington (No Party Affiliation) in the general election for U.S · Chardo Richardson - Ballotpedia Incumbent Stephanie Murphy <strong defeated Mike Miller in the general election for U.S.</strong William Garlington - Ballotpedia The Democratic primary election was canceled
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School Board District 3

Local
  • Ilia Adorno
    Ilia Adorno is listed in Ballot Brief election research. Ilia Adorno is associated with the Non-partisan party in available records. Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates; this summary is based on official filings, campaign materials, and public reporting available for the 2026 cycle.
    Priorities: Ilia Adorno is listed in Ballot Brief election research · Ilia Adorno is associated with the Non-partisan party in available records · Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates
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  • Susanne Peña
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Tax Assessor - District 1

Local
  • Janet Keo Conklin
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Orange County Board of Supervisors, 2nd District - District 2

County
  • Kimberly Davis
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  • Nelida Mendoza
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Orange City Council

City
  • Arianna Barrios
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Orange County Supervisor

County
  • Fred Jung
    Fred Jung is a Fullerton City Councilmember, elected in 2020. Fred Jung's policy positions are summarized from available public sources. Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates; this summary is based on official filings, campaign materials, and public reporting available for the 2026 cycle.
    Priorities: Fred Jung is a Fullerton City Councilmember, elected in 2020 · Fred Jung's policy positions are summarized from available public sources · Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates
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Orange County Board of Supervisors, 5th District

County
  • Lucy Vellema
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OC Superintendent of Schools

Local
  • Stefan Bean
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Auditor-Controller - Ward 2

Local
  • Andrew Hamilton
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Orange County Board of Supervisors, 2nd District

County
  • Vicente Sarmiento
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Orange County Board of Supervisors, 4th District - Ward 2

County
  • Connor Traut
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Orange County Board of Supervisors District 5

County
  • Diane Dixon · Republican
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School Board Chair - District 1

Local
  • Mike Armbruster
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  • Alicia Farrant
    Alicia Farrant - Ballotpedia Alicia K. Farrant is a member of the Orange County Public Schools school board in Florida, representing District 3. She assumed office on November 22, 2022; this summary is based on official filings, campaign materials, and public reporting available for the 2026 cycle.
    Priorities: Alicia Farrant - Ballotpedia Alicia K · Farrant is a member of the Orange County Public Schools school board in Florida, representing District 3 · She assumed office on November 22, 2022
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Orange City Council - District 2

City
  • Brandy Romero
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School Board District 2 - District 1

Local
  • Marisol Lugo
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School Board District 1 - District 2

Local
  • David Shepard
    David Shepard - Ballotpedia 2026 Elections · 2026 Congressional elections · 2026 State executive elections · 2026 State legislative elections · 2026 State judge elections · 2026 Local elections · 2026 Ballot measures · Ballotpedia& x27;s in-depth analysis · Ballotpedia& x27;s Deepfake Legislation Annual Report, 2025 · David Shepard (California) - Ballotpedia The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by She
    Priorities: David Shepard - Ballotpedia 2026 Elections · 2026 Congressional elections · 2026 State executive elections · 2026 State legislative elections · 2026 State judge elections · 2026 Local elections · 2026 Ballot measures · Ballotpedia& x27;s in-depth analysis · Ballotpedia& x27;s Deepfake Legislation Annual Report, 2025 · David Shepard (California) - Ballotpedia The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Shepard& x27;s responses · David’s is a <strong fourth generation farmer based out of Porterville, California</strong · David Shepard (Tennessee) - Ballotpedia Elections for the Tennessee House of Representatives took place in 2016
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Board of Education Trustee Area 5

Local
  • Lisa Sparks
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School Board District 1

Local
  • Melissa Lopez Marantes
    Melissa Lopez Marantes is a 2026 candidate for Orange County School. Melissa Lopez Marantes is associated with the Non-partisan party in available records. Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates; this summary is based on official filings, campaign materials, and public reporting available for the 2026 cycle.
    Priorities: Melissa Lopez Marantes is a 2026 candidate for Orange County School · Melissa Lopez Marantes is associated with the Non-partisan party in available records · Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates
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Treasurer-Tax Collector - District 2

Local
  • Shari Freidenrich
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Board of Education Trustee Area 5 - Ward 2

Local
  • Jason Sams
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Board of County Commissioners

County
  • Marsha Summersill
    Marsha Summersill is a family law attorney and first-time candidate. Marsha Summersill is associated with the Non-partisan party in available records. Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates; this summary is based on official filings, campaign materials, and public reporting available for the 2026 cycle.
    Priorities: Marsha Summersill is a family law attorney and first-time candidate · Marsha Summersill is associated with the Non-partisan party in available records · Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates
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Clerk-Recorder - District 1

County
  • Hugh Nguyen
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Orange County Board of Supervisors, 2nd District - Ward 1

County
  • James Wallace
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School Board Chair

Local
  • Angie Gallo
    Angie Gallo is a member of the Orange County Public Schools school board,. Angie Gallo is associated with the Non-partisan party in available records. Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates; this summary is based on official filings, campaign materials, and public reporting available for the 2026 cycle.
    Priorities: Angie Gallo is a member of the Orange County Public Schools school board, · Angie Gallo is associated with the Non-partisan party in available records · Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates
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Orange County Board of Supervisors, 5th District - District 1

County
  • Katrina Foley
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Orange County Board of Supervisors, 4th District

County
  • Rose Espinoza
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