DATE:
June 18, 2024
TO:
Mayor and Council Members
FROM:
Rachel Molina, City Manager
BY:
Melinda Sayre, Deputy City Manager/ City Clerk
Erin Baum, Assistant City Clerk
SUBJECT:
Adoption of Candidate Statement Regulations for November 5, 2024 Election
RECOMMENDED ACTION
It is recommended that the City Council adopt Resolution 2024-31 adopting regulations for candidate statements for District one (1) and District five (5) as estimated by the San Bernardino County Elections Office.
BACKGROUND
Under the provisions of the laws relating to General Law cities, the City’s General Municipal Election shall be held on November 5, 2024 for the election of two (2) members of the City Council to serve four-year terms, one (1) seat each in Districts One (1) and Five (5).
Section 13307 (c) of the Elections Code allows the City to adopt fee regulations to charge candidates for the costs incurred for providing candidate statements in the voter pamphlet.
ISSUES/ANALYSIS
At the time the agenda was printed the San Bernardino County Elections office was unable to provide a cost estimate due to an ongoing cost analysis related to providing consolidated election services being conducted by the County Administrative Office. The County estimates that they will have a cost breakdown available on or about July 12, 2024, just prior to the beginning of the nomination period on July 15, 2024. The deadline for cities to adopt regulations regarding Candidate Statements is July 8, 2024.
The final cost of providing the candidate’s statement will be provided by the county Elections Office several months after the election. Candidates choosing to file a candidate statement will be charged the estimated amount provided by the County when they submit their candidate statement during the nomination period. They will then be refunded or sent an invoice for the difference between the estimate and actual candidate statement costs once the Elections Office provides that final cost.
For reference, during the 2022 election the estimated Candidate Statement cost was $801 for District four (4) and $819 for District three (3). Staff anticipates the cost to be slightly higher during this election cycle as there is generally a rise in registered voters during a Presidential election.
CITY GOAL SUPPORTED BY THIS
Organizational Health – Foster a high performing organization that provides opportunities for professional growth.
Financial Health – Maintain a balanced budget and adequate reserves.
FISCAL IMPACT
Election expenses have been identified in the Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget. Actual election costs will not be known until after the November 5, 2024 election.
ALTERNATIVE(S)
Provide alternative direction to staff.
ATTACHMENT(S)
Resolution No. 2024-31
City of Hesperia STAFF REPORT City of Hesperia STAFF REPORT City of Hesperia
STAFF REPORT
City of Hesperia
STAFF REPORT
Staff Report to the Mayor and Council Members
Adoption of Candidate Statement Fee
June 18, 2024