Monte Rio Union School District voters on the Russian River will choose two board members from three candidates on Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026, according to the Sonoma County Registrar of Voters.

The candidates

  • Melissa Frost (Appointed Incumbent)
  • Craig Baker (Retired School Superintendent)
  • Mike Wilder (Carnivorous Plant Conjuror)

The designations are as they appear on the county's candidate list. None of the three submitted a statement for the county voter guide.

The Press Democrat describes the race as appointee Melissa Frost against challengers Craig Baker and Mike Wilder for two full-term seats. It is one of 16 contested school board races in Sonoma County this year.

Sonoma County voting guide.

More races and measures: our 2026 election hub.

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.