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STATE ELECTED OFFICES
United States Senate – Steve Garvey
US House of Representatives – 40th Dist. – Young Kim
CA State Assembly – 59th District – Phillip Chen
STATE BALLOT MEASURES
YLTA QUICK GUIDE TO PROPOSITIONS
NO VOTE – 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 32, 33, 35
YES VOTE – 34 & 36
ORANGE COUNTY WATER DISTRICT, DIVISION 3
AL NEDERHOOD
Director, Municipal Water District of Orange County
I lead the effort to refund over $2 million to overcharged Yorba Linda Water District (YLWD) citizens while on the Board of Directors. I spearheaded the Municipal Water District of OC (MWDOC) refund of over $3 million in excess reserves to OC cities and water districts.
My unique experience at the local (YLWD) and regional (MWDOC) levels means you’ll get the most knowledgeable representation at the OC Water District (OCWD).
The nation’s first Heli-Hydrant to fight wild fires was installed because as a Board member for the YLWD, I championed this transformational equipment. I currently serve on the Board for the largest water provider in OC, MWDOC, where I represent Yorba Linda, Brea, Placentia, La Habra, Buena Park and La Palma.
My priorities are to ensure plentiful, safe water at a reasonable cost. Your vote will bring my experienced, cost-conscious approach to the Orange County Water District (OCWD).
Your vote will ensure integrity and cost-effective actions while maintaining a reliable, plentiful supply of water for Orange County.
You and OCWD deserve a fresh perspective and an active approach to reasonable cost controls. I’m committed to making that happen for you.
I would appreciate your vote. Thank you.
NORTH ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT, TRUSTEE AREA 7
RYAN BENT
Governing Board Member, North Orange County Community College District, Trustee Area 7
University Program Advisor
City Commissioner
Businessman
Re-elect Ryan Bent to the NOCCCD Board of Trustees!
Ryan has a proven track record of service within our community, was previously named “Community College Trustee of the Year,” and was recognized by his City Council for being an influential community member “whose leadership has played a key role in the city’s history.” He is a past NOCCCD Board President, an Excellence in Trusteeship Program Graduate (Community College League of California), City Commissioner, UC Irvine Program Advisory Board Member, Community Emergency Response Team Member, and has served as a local School Site Council Chairman, PTA Legislative Advocacy Chairman, General Plan Advisory Committee Vice Chairman, and University MBA Program Advisory Council Member.
The NOCCCD oversees the campuses of Fullerton College, Cypress College, and North Orange Continuing Education. As a dedicated husband, father, business professional, lifelong learner, community volunteer, and public servant, Ryan will proudly continue to represent the residents of Yorba Linda, Brea, Placentia, Anaheim, Fullerton, La Habra, and La Habra Heights.
Ryan’s priorities as your Trustee include a strong focus on student success while being fiscally responsible and transparent with your tax dollars. After graduating from NOCCCD’s Fullerton College, he went on to complete a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Master’s in Public Administration (MPA), Master’s in Business Administration (MBA), Post-Master’s in Higher Education Leadership (Ed.S.), is weeks away from completing a Doctorate in Higher Education Administration (Ph.D.), and has Certificates in Finance, Higher Education Leadership, and a Master Certificate in Federal Financial Management (MCFFM).
NORTH ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT, TRUSTEE AREA 5
STEVE SLAWSON
Parent/Orange County Businessman
With over 27 years of experience in business and education, I’m uniquely qualified to serve to be your North Orange County Community College District Trustee. My wife and I are proud parents of three children who attend schools in Northern Orange County.
I have a long history of volunteering for local schools, including soccer, karate, tennis, and track teams with my children. I also served on the Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District Equity Committee, and Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District Health and Safety Committee. I’m dedicated to our community’s students.
I’m not a politician; I’m a concerned citizen, businessman, and parent committed to giving back to our community. As your representative on North Orange County Community College Board, I’ll be a strong advocate for parents and students:
Provide every student with a high-quality education
Take political agendas out of the classroom
Empower parents as partners in their child’s education
Ensure all graduates are ready for the workforce
Provide a safe learning environment for students and teachers
Ensure a balanced budget
I am supported by local teachers, local parents, and local businesses.
I love our community. I have worked hard, pursued an education, and started a successful business. I want to ensure every student has the same opportunity to succeed.
I respectfully ask for your vote.
YORBA LINDA CITY COUNCIL
JESS BATTAGLIA
Businessman/Parks Commissioner
Yorba Linda is a special place to call home. I ask for your vote to safeguard our quality of life by providing family-friendly leadership and conservative financial management.
As our new Councilman, I’ll fight to preserve local control against interference from state politicians. Yorba Linda residents - not outsiders - should make housing, development, and planning decisions that affect our neighborhoods.
My priorities include:
Protecting Public Safety: Support our Deputy Sheriffs. Endorse Proposition 36 to reform permissive state laws and stop organized ‘smash and grab’ robberies.
Reducing Homelessness: Support a tough love approach requiring medical treatment for mentally ill and drug-addicted homeless individuals.
Keeping City Hall Accountable: Serve as a Taxpayer Advocate to provide the highest level of public oversight with our tax dollars.
On a personal note, I’m a 42-year resident of Yorba Linda and Esperanza HS graduate. Earned Business Administration degree from CSUF and Master’s from Brandman University. My wife and I are blessed with three children.
As a local businessman, homeowner, and parent leader, I’ve been actively involved in supporting quality education for Yorba Linda youth. Currently serving as Chairman of our Yorba Linda Parks Commission.
I would be honored to represent you. Please contact me at 714-595-5390 or Jess.Battaglia@gmail.com.
PLACENTIA-YORBA LINDA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT, TRUSTEE AREA 3
LEANDRA BLADES
Governing Board Member, Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District Area 3
Four years ago, I committed to parents that together we would:
Ensure dollars stay in the classroom
Create safe and secure campuses
Depoliticize classrooms
End the war on charter schools
Fight for parents' rights and parental notification
Together, we accomplished that and so much more:
Returned sports to middle schools for the first time since 2009
Created a diploma pathway for special education students
Opened the district charter Orange County School of Computer Science at Bernardo Yorba
Negotiated a multi-year contract with the teachers’ union to save money
Hired a permanent school resource officer at Esperanza
After 30+ years of requests, installed lights at the El Dorado football field
Instituted permanent live streaming of Board Meetings for transparency
Opened six new pre-schools throughout Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District (PYLUSD)
Made Narcan available on all campuses and trained students, teachers, and parents
Opened the Universal Sports Institute at Parkview to provide additional high-level sports training for our students
Provided incentives for teachers who transfer into our district.
Education and community leaders throughout Orange County have enthusiastically endorsed my candidacy because they know I will continue to protect our children, continue to enhance parents' rights, and continue to practice fiscal restraint. I respectfully ask for your vote. 3
PLACENTIA-YORBA LINDA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT, TRUSTEE AREA 2
MARIA "LUPITA" STUBBS
Mother/Engineer
I was born and raised in Mexico and earned an engineering degree specializing in Supply Chain Management. I speak Spanish and English fluently and some French and German.
Drawn to Placentia by PYLUSD's outstanding schools, my husband, our two children, and I have lived here for eighteen years. As an active parent and community member, I understand the issues that matter most to our families.
As your representative on the PYLUSD Board of Trustees, I will pursue the following:
Ensure safe schools by increasing school resource officers and performing a comprehensive safety and security audit at every school site.
Strengthen parental rights through better defined notification processes. Because of Sacramento’s challenge to local policies, I will support our district’s commitment to parental notification.
Support access to after-school activities, especially for families who may not be aware of their rights. I will champion policies that reduce financial burdens so all students have equal opportunities.
Education and community leaders throughout the county have enthusiastically endorsed my candidacy because they know I will protect children, enhance parent rights, and demand continued fiscal responsibility and emphasis on academics to which our current administration is firmly committed.
I respectfully ask for your vote.
PLACENTIA-YORBA LINDA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT, TRUSTEE AREA 1
RYAN JAMES MILLER
Local Business Owner
As a husband, father, and committed community leader, I am running for the Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District School Board to ensure our children receive the best education possible in a safe and supportive environment. My campaign is grounded in four key priorities: High-Performance Education, protecting parents' rights, enhancing school safety, and ensuring fiscal responsibility.
I am dedicated to fostering academic excellence by supporting diverse learning needs and styles. I believe in the God-given role of parents in their children’s education and will advocate for transparency in curricula and policies, ensuring that parents have a strong voice in decision-making.
The safety of our students is paramount. I am committed to improving physical security measures, enhancing mental health support, and strengthening community partnerships to create the safest learning environments. Additionally, I will work tirelessly to ensure fiscal responsibility by promoting transparent budgeting and prioritizing investments in essential educational programs and resources.
With your support, I aim to create a school district that values excellence, transparency, and community collaboration.
Together, we can build a brighter future for our children and ensure that every student has the opportunity to thrive. Thank you for your support!
YORBA LINDA BALLOT MEASURE JJ
YES ON MEASURE JJ
1. YES on JJ brings our city into compliance with California housing laws and prevents Sacramento from suing our city and gaining control of our planning department.
2. YES on JJ will protect all neighborhoods from future 3 & 4 story, high density developments.
3. YES on JJ ensures that the residents of the city will continue to have our voices heard when it comes to zoning and developing future housing.
4. YES on JJ allows the city to maintain local control and takes the power away from Sacramento and out of town developers.
5. YES on JJ prevents developers from claiming Builder’s Remedy and forcing high density projects in all neighborhoods within the city.
VOTING YES ON JJ IS THE MOST IMPORTANT VOTE YOU WILL MAKE THIS YEAR
An argument In Favor of Measure JJ
We face a critical decision regarding the future of our beautiful city. The State of California has mandated housing numbers for every city, and we must choose: plan it ourselves or leave it to developers. Yorba Linda created a resident working group with members from across the city to address this issue. The plan before you today is their thoughtful, comprehensive solution.
We urge you to vote YES on Measure to maintain local land-use control and protect Yorba Linda's unique character.
A YES vote on Measure JJ will stop State bureaucrats and developers from altering our neighborhoods without our input. By law, Yorba Linda must designate areas for housing, and this measure allows city voters to decide where these units will be placed Remember, cities do not build housing but must zone for it. If Measure JJ fails, the State could impose its own housing plan, bypassing our community's voice. This could lead to costly legal battles and challenges to Measure B, potentially stripping away our right to vote on land-use issues.
A pressing concern is Builder's Remedy. Without an approved housing plan, developers can bypass local zoning rules and increase housing density without our consent. This is already happening in several nearby cities. We must prevent this from occurring in Yorba Linda.
Voting YES on Measure JJ will:
Protect existing open spaces
Maximize local control over housing projects Limit traffic impacts
Preserve the character of single-family neighborhoods Revitalize Savi Ranch's living and shopping experience Safeguard residents' rights to vote on future zoning changes
This measure represents the best possible scenario for preserving Yorba Linda's charm. The choice is clear: either we, the residents, decide our city's future, or developers will dictate it without our approval. Let's make the right decision for our community. Vote VOTE YES on MEASURE JJ !
YORBA LINDA BALLOT MEASURE KK
Video: City Council - No on KK !
NO ON MEASURE KK
Measure KK is sponsored by a Los Angeles based developer who wants to build up to 320 High Density housing units on just 9 acres.
Measure KK calls for the building of 4-story apartments and condos in the Bryant Ranch community.
Measure KK will greatly increase an already over-crowded La Palma Ave. in the Bryant Ranch community. Morning traffic backs up almost a mile, and Measure KK would add 1200 additional vehicles each morning to the traffic.
Measure KK will amend city zoning laws to allow high density of 30 units per acre all throughout the city.
Passage of KK would create an even greater evacuation danger for the Bryant Ranch area in the event of a brush fire.
An argument against Measure KK
Please, vote "No" on Measure KK, "Yorba Canyon Community Initiative," that would allow up to 273 high-density, up to four-story high residential units to be built in Bryant Ranch Shopping Center at 23621-23741 La Palma Ave, located in the Easternmost Yorba Linda, with "ministerial" (without review) approval by the City and without adherence to California Environmental Quality Act. Local residents strongly oppose Measure KK due to loss of commercial space needed in Bryant Ranch community, likely overload of utilities and city services, fire hazard, traffic congestion and other detrimental impact on environment and life quality that the Measure will likely cause in that community.
If Measure KK passes, it will allow adding hundreds of new residents and cars to the area thus making traffic congestion that is already heavy on adjacent La Palma Ave and Gypsum Canyon Rd worse, possibly, to the point where it may block the only two evacuation routes from Bryant Ranch and obstruct evacuation of residents in case of future major fire similar to those that erupted in this area in the past.
Moreover, if Measure KK passes, it will allow deployment of mobile homes within Bryant Ranch Shopping Center.
Petition for Measure KK was circulated under misleading name "Yorba Canyon Community" outside Bryant Ranch, so its signatories might have not known that "Yorba Canyon Community" was not an existing community and Yorba Canyon was not a canyon but an "Out of State" LLC company of record filed with California Secretary of State, with a principal address in Los Angeles and initial filing date 10/04/2023, about one month before the petition drive begun, just in time to sponsor signature gathering for said petition.
CAUTION: This Measure is NOT part of the City's Housing Element and has NOT been endorsed or supported by the City.
VOTE NO on MEASURE KK !
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