Napa Valley College has three contested trustee races on Nov. 3, in Areas 2, 3 and 4. The Area 5 seat was uncontested and is off the ballot, the Press Democrat reports.
The candidates
- Jeff Dodd (College Trustee/Attorney). Dodd's county voter guide statement says construction started on a new Wine Education Center after a $10 million private donation. It also cites career-training partnerships with employers and programs for students facing housing and food insecurity. The statement lists endorsements from Rep. Mike Thompson and Napa Mayor Scott Sedgley.
- Heriverto Ruiz (School Counselor). Ruiz's statement says he attended the college's Child Development Center as a child, began his own higher education at NVC and went on to earn a master's in school counseling. He promises stronger transfer and career pathways and more support for first-generation students.
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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.