Central San, formally the Central Contra Costa Sanitary District, is on the Nov. 3 ballot in Division 2. There are two candidates for one seat.
The candidates
- Brian Henderson, ballot designation: Retired Wastewater Engineer.
- Michael Robert McGill, ballot designation: Director, Central Contra Costa Sanitary District, Div 2. The county lists McGill as the incumbent, appointed in lieu of election.
What the district does
Central San's website lists wastewater collection and treatment, a household hazardous waste collection facility and a recycled water fill station for communities including Walnut Creek, Danville, Pleasant Hill, Orinda, Lafayette, Moraga, San Ramon and Alamo. Concord's wastewater is treated by Central San.
Ballot designations are the short job descriptions candidates chose for the ballot, as printed on the county's official candidate list. This explainer does not endorse anyone.
How to vote
Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 3. Polls and vote centers close at 8 p.m., and mailed ballots must be postmarked by Election Day and arrive within seven days. You can check your registration and ballot status at sos.ca.gov/elections. California lets you register and vote the same day at a vote center.