NOVEMBER 05, 2024 MUNICIPAL GENERAL ELECTION (CONSOLIDATED)
Message to Candidates.................................................................................... . ...................................................................................1 Official Ward Map . ..........................................................................................2 City of San Bernardino Officials . ....................................................................3 Important Phone Numbers ...............................................................................5 Fast Facts .........................................................................................................6 FAQs................................................................................................................ ................................................................................................................8 Dates to Remember . ......................................................................................10 Candidate Guidlines -Ballot Designation ......................................................15 FPPC Filing Schedule ....................................................................................16 Candidate Filing Checklist . ...........................................................................18 RES 2024-120 Candidate Statement Guidelines ...........................................19 Word Counting Guidelines . ...........................................................................25 Candidate Statement Form . ...........................................................................26 Candidate Statement Decline to File - Required if not filing . .......................28 Code of Fair Campaign Practices ..................................................................29 Residency Policy . ..........................................................................................30 Political Signage ............................................................................................37 Financial Campaign Disclosures . ..................................................................41 Review of Reporting Requirements ...............................................................42 Things to Remember about Disclosure ..........................................................43 Additional Reference Material . .....................................................................45 Ord. MC-1558 Local Campaign Finance Regulations ..................................46 Pay-to-Play Limits and Prohibitions ..............................................................51 Changes to Section 84308 . ............................................................................53 After the Election ...........................................................................................56 Candidate Filing Guide ..................................................................................58 Campaign Disclosure Manual ......................................................................106
MESSAGE TO CANDIDATES
Dear Candidate:
Thank you for your interest in the City of San Bernardino and running for a seat on the San Bernardino City Council. Running for public office is a challenging and exciting experience that carries with it certain legal responsibilities and obligations. This Candidate Filing Guide provides you with an overview of the major provisions related to the election process and the issuance of nomination documents for the November 5, 2024, General Election as outlined in local and state law. The Candidate Filing Guide contains critical deadlines, rules and guidelines for campaigning, campaign finance disclosure filing requirements, and a number of City and State conditions.
It should be noted that the November 5, 2024, General Election will be a consolidated election with the San Bernardino County Registrar of Voters, which means that election responsibilities will be shared.
Running for office can be a confusing and difficult process as laws frequently change. Forms, schedules, and instructional materials are enclosed for you to use in meeting such requirements, and I encourage your careful review of this information. For additional regulations, you may wish to review the California Elections Code, the California Government Code, and the California Secretary of State website. The City Clerk’s Department also recommends that any prospective candidate obtain legal advice to assist in complying with applicable California laws. Appointments to submit filing documents are required. Please plan on setting aside approximately 30 minutes when scheduling an appointment with the City Clerk’s Department to return your filing documents. Forms should be completed prior to checking in for your appointment . The City Clerk’s Department is committed to providing the best possible service to you, your campaign staff, and the voters of the City of San Bernardino. The official election hours for the San Bernardino City Clerk’s Department are Monday through Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and on Friday, August 9th, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. , excluding holidays. Please do not hesitate to contact my office at 909-384-5002 with any questions or to schedule an appointment to return your nomination documents.
Sincerely,
Genoveva Rocha, CMC City Clerk
Disclaimers: The Candidate Information Guide is for general guidance only and is distributed with the understanding that the City Clerk’s Department is not rendering legal advice. It has been prepared to assist candidates in filing documents relating to the City’s election. It includes a calendar of events and summary of provisions and filing requirements. Candidates bear full responsibility to make their own determination as to all legal standards and duties.
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First Ward...................Theodore Sanchez Second Ward..............Sandra Ibarra Third Ward..................Juan Figueroa Fourth Ward................Fred Shorett Fifth Ward...................Ben Reynoso Sixth Ward..................Kimberly Calvin Seventh Ward.............Damon L Alexander
Elected Officials
Mayor...........................Helen Tran
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CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO OFFICIALS
Mayor and City Council
Helen Tran
Mayor
tran_he@sbcity.org
Theodore Sanchez
Council Member, Ward 1
sanchez_th@sbcity.org
Sandra Ibarra
Council Member, Ward 2
ibarra_sa@sbcity.org
Juan Figueroa
Council Member, Ward 3
figueroa_ju@sbcity.org
Fred Shorett
Council Member, Ward 4 (Mayor- Pro-Tem)
shorett_fr@sbcity.org
Ben Reynoso
Council Member, Ward 5
reynoso_be@sbcity.org
Kim Calvin
Council Member, Ward 6
calvin_ki@sbcity.org
Damon L. Alexander
Council Member Ward 7
alexander_da@sbcity.org
City Manager and Deputy City Manager
Rochelle Clayton, Acting City Manager
clayton_ro@sbcity.org
Suzie Soren, Deputy City Manager
soren_su@sbcity.org
City Attorney and Assistant City Attorney
Sonia Carvalho, City Attorney
sonia.carvalho@bbklaw.com
Best Best and Krieger
Thomas A, Rice, Assistant City Attorney
thomas.rice@bbklaw.com
City Clerk and Deputy City Clerks
Genoveva Rocha, City Clerk
rocha_ge@sbcity.org
Telicia Lopez, Chief Deputy City Clerk
lopez_te@sbcity.org
Perla Lopez, Deputy City Clerk
lopez_pe@sbcity.org
Courtney Bowen, Deputy City Clerk
bowen_co@sbcity.org
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CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO OFFICIALS
Executive Team
Animal Services
Kristine Watson, Director Josh Dramitinos, Deputy Director Gabriel Elliott, Director C. Jeannie Fortune, Interim Director Andrea Russell, Director
watson_kr@sbcity.org dramitinos_jo@sbcity.org
Economic Development
Community Development & Housing Department Finance & Management Services Human Resources & Risk Management Information Technology
elliott_ge@sbcity.org
whitehorn_ba@sbcity.org
soren_su@sbcity.org
Rolland Kornblau, Director Lydie Gutfeld, Director
kornblau_ro@sbcity.org gutfeld_ly@sbcity.org
Parks, Recreation & Community Services Police Department
Darren Goodman, Police Chief goodman_da@sbcity.org
Public Works
Lynn Merrill, Director
merrill_ly@sbcity.org
Library and Water Department
Library
Ed Erjavek, Director
erjavek.ed@sbpl.org
Water
Miguel Guerrero, General Manager
miguel.guerrero@sbmwd.org
San Bernardino County Fire Department
Daniel R. Munsey
Fire Chief/Fire Warden Deputy Chief of Operations
Martin Serna
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IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS
FAIR POLITICAL PRACTICES COMMISSION 1102 Q Street, Suite 3000 Sacramento, CA 95811 Phone: (866) 275-3772 (toll free) Fax (916) 332-5660 Website: www.fppc.ca.gov
ATTORNEY GENERAL Phone: (800) 952-5225
Brown Act Requirements
Campaign Disclosure State Contributions Limits Conflict of Interest Disclosure
SAN BERNARDINO CITY CLERK 201 North E Street San Bernardino, CA 92401 Pone: 909-384-5002 Email: sbcityclerk@sbcity.org Website: www.sbcity.org
Lobbying Disclosure Conflict of Interests Disqualification
Proper Use of Campaign Funds Fill out Forms Electronically
Resolutions and Publication of Legal Notices Candidate Information Packet Issuance, Acceptance and Verification of Nomination Documents Candidate Qualifications and Verification Campaign Finance Disclosure
SECRETARY OF STATE Political Reform Division 1500 11 th Street, Room 495
Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone: (916) 653-6224
City Election Information Certification of Election
Committee Identification Numbers Termination of Committees https://www.fppc.ca.gov/
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY REGISTRAR OF VOTERS 777 East Rialto Ave San Bernardino, CA 92415 Phone: 909-387-8300 Website: https://elections.sbcounty.gov/
Elections Division 1500 11 th Street, 5 th Floor Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone: (916) 657-2166
Questions related to the Elections Code
Vote-By-Mail Applications Precincts and Voting Center Workers Ballots, Sample Ballot Booklet and
STATE FRANCHISE TAX BOARD Phone: (800) 852-5711
Multilingual Ballot Materials Index of Registered Voters Voting Center Maps Translations Election Tally, Returns and Semi-Official Results
Committee Tax Status Tax-Deductible Contributions Charitable Non-Profit Groups Any Other tax-related questions
For Reports, Materials, and Maps: https://elections.sbcounty.gov/about-us/
INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE Phone: (800) 829-1040
Federal Taxpayer ID Numbers Any other tax-related questions
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FAST FACTS
OUR CITY
The City of San Bernardino is a community rich in history and cultural diversity. Influences of Native Americans, Mexican settlers, Spanish missionaries and Mormon emigrants can still be seen throughout the City today. From the day in 1810 when Franciscan missionary Father Dumetz named the area San Bernardino to the present, San Bernardino - nestled south of the San Bernardino Mountains and west of the lower desert - has been recognized for its scenic beauty and strategic location. Today, the City of San Bernardino serves as the county seat and is the largest city in the County of San Bernardino with a population of over 222,000.
GOVERNMENT
Founded in 1810, and officially incorporated in 1886, San Bernardino is a “ Charter ” city. Charter cities operate under City Charter. San Bernardino is a full-service City, offering its own police, public works, water, planning, economic development, library, parks and community services programs.
MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
In the 2016 general election, City of San Bernardino voters approved a new city charter providing for a Council- Manager form of government. Under this governance plan, which is common to most California cities, the elected Mayor and City Council appoints a full-time professional City Manager responsible for the day-to-day administration of city government. The Mayor and City Council (the legislative branch) are responsible for setting City policy and allocating resources. The City Manager and staff (the executive branch) are tasked with recommending policy and implementing the Mayor and Council's direction. Each City department, office and agency is administered by an executive appointed by and subject to the direction and supervision of the City Manager, except the City Attorney, City Clerk, the Library Board of Trustees, and the Water Board, which are administered by their respective executive officers. San Bernardino City Council Wards are made up of 7 wards, with the Mayor being selected as “At - Large.” Voters in each ward will elect one City Council representative who also lives in that ward. As elected representatives of its citizens, the City Council develops and establishes ordinances, provides direction to staff, and sets policies in the best interest of the City. The City Council is the legislative body and is similar to a board of directors in a private corporation, appointing a City Manager to con duct the City’s date -to-day affairs.
Appointment of the Mayor Pro Tem
The Mayor Pro Tem is appointed by the City Council and acts in place of the Mayor during his/her absence.
Compensation Each City Council member shall receive, pursuant to Ordinance MC-1595, the following compensation: A. Annual salary of $37,500; B. Employer health benefits contribution equivalent to that offered by the City to management employees; C. An auto allowance of $725 per month
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FAST FACTS
D. An annual cost of living adjustment equivalent to that offered by the City to management employees. The compensation set forth herein shall be paid without regard to the number of City Council meetings attended by the applicable City Council member. Any City Council member may waive all or any portion of her or his own compensation. The compensation set forth herein is exclusive of any amounts payable to a City Council member as per-day compensation for City business-related travel and further exclusive of any amounts payable to a City Council member for out-of-town attendance on City-related business Commencing with the certification of the November 2022 election, the Mayor shall receive, pursuant to Ordinance MC-1571, the following compensation: A. Annual salary of $50,000; B. Employer health benefits contribution equivalent to that offered by the City to management employees; and C. An auto allowance of $725 per month. The compensation set forth herein shall be paid without regard to the number of City Council meetings attended by the Mayor. The Mayor may waive all or any portion of her or his own compensation. The compensation set forth herein is exclusive of any amounts payable to the Mayor as per day compensation for City business-related travel and further exclusive of any amounts payable to the Mayor for out-of-town attendance on City-related business. Meetings Regular City Council meetings are held on the first and third Wednesday of the month at the Bing Wong Auditorium, with Closed Session commencing at 4:00 p.m. when scheduled, and the Open Session commencing at 5:00 p.m. Agenda Packets Agendas and all supporting documentation for Mayor and City Council meetings as well as the various City boards, commissions and committees are fully accessible on the City’s website at https://sanbernardino.primegov.com/public/committees . The agenda and packet can be reviewed and printed at your leisure. City of San Bernardino Budget The City Council current adopted Fiscal Budget, a copy of which is available at https://www.sbcity.org/cms/one.aspx?objectId=18178950 ; from the home page click on government, administrative services, select Finance and click on Budget Books. San Bernardino Municipal Code The Municipal Code can be accessed online at https://www.sbcity.org/home, Departments - City Clerk, left navigation menu under “Municipal Code” or by clicking on the following link: https://www.sbcity.org/cms/one.aspx?objectId=18178994
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q. A.
Which Council seats will be open for this election?
Two Council seats representing Ward 5 and 7 will be voted on for the 2024 election.
Q.
What are the eligibility requirements for running for a City Council seat?
A. Only registered voters of the City shall be eligible to hold the office of Council member or Mayor. Those elected shall have been qualified electors and residents of their respective wards for a period of at least thirty (30) consecutive days immediately preceding the date of filing their nomination papers for the office. If an elected official moves from their place of residence outside of their respective District or City limits or ceases to be an elector of the City during their term of office, the office of that elected official shall immediately become vacant. (California Government Code [“G.C.”] §36502.)
Q.
What are some City Council responsibilities?
A. Some include participating in State and local committees, Community meetings, Council meetings, and attending various community events as a representative of the City of San Bernardino.
Q.
Is there a filing fee involved in my candidacy?
A. Yes! There is a $25 filing fee for a candidate for municipal office in San Bernardino. A deposit will also be required to cover the cost of printing and the required translation of the Candidate Statement if you choose to file one.
Q. May I change or correct the spelling/wording on my Candidate Statement after it has been submitted? A. No, you may not. Check your Candidate’s Statement carefully before it is submitted. It will be printed exactly as submitted. It can be withdrawn until 5:00 p.m. of the next working day following the close of the filing period, assuming all nomination paper signatures have been verified. Q. Does it cost anything to open a committee and file a Statement of Organization (Form 410)? A. Yes, effective January 1, 2013 (pursuant to SB 1001 (Yee)) all committees required to file the Form 410 must pay a $50“annual” fee to the Secretary of State, the fee must be paid within 15 days of filing the Form 410. The annual fee must be paid no later than January 15 of each year until the committee terminates. If you have questions, please call the Secretary of State’s Office at (916) 6 53-6224.
Q.
May I circulate Vote-By-Mail ballot applications?
A . Yes, an individual, group or organization may distribute applications for Vote-By-Mail ballots. However, applications must use the uniform format approved by the Secretary of State. See the Secretary of State guidelines for distributing Vote-By-Mail Application .
Q.
May I participate in the runoff election as a write-in candidate?
A. No, only those who ran successfully in the Primary Municipal Election can participate in the runoff election to determine a winner.
Q. When officeholders or candidates receive contributions of $2,000 or more, are they required to have a committee? A. Yes, an officeholder or candidate who receives contributions (including loans) that total $2,000 or more in a calendar year must file a Statement of Organization, Form 410. Q. If I am only spending my own money on my campaign, do I still need to file campaign statements? A. Yes, you are still subject to the filing requirements of the Political Reform Act. If you plan to use personal funds to pay for campaign expenses, you should first deposit those funds into a campaign bank account opened for the purpose of your campaign. PLEASE NOTE : The only exception to this is that a candidate MAY use personal funds to pay the cost of their candidate’s statement withou t first depositing those funds into a campaign bank account.
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Must a committee wait until $2,000 is received to file a statement of organization?
A. No, a committee may file a Statement of Organization before it is actually qualified. “Not Yet Qualified” should be entered in the “Date Qualified” space on the form.
Q.
Where can I obtain filing forms?
A. Campaign disclosure forms are available from the Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC) website at http://www.fppc.ca.gov/; click on “View All Forms”; then click on the appropriate Form and/or Manual.
Q.
May I serve as my own campaign treasurer?
A. Yes, State law allows you to serve as your own treasurer as long as this is designated on Form 410 - Statement of Organization.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q. What happens if a candidate or treasurer is not available to sign a campaign disclosure statement on or before the filing deadline? A. An agent of the candidate or treasurer may sign the campaign disclosure statement. The agent must attach an explanatory note to the statement stating that as soon as the candidate or treasurer is available, he/she will verify and sign the statement, and an amendment with the proper signature will be filed. In the event a committee treasurer will be unavailable to carry out his/her duties for an extended period of time, a new treasurer should be designated and the committee’s Statement of Organization, Form 410, amende d.
Q.
Are extensions given for campaign disclosure filing deadlines?
A. Except for deadlines that fall on a Saturday, Sunday, or official state holidays, no provisions exist for extensions of filing deadlines. A statement not filed on or before the deadline is considered late and is subject to late-filing penalties.
Q.
Why is there so much paperwork involved in being a candidate?
A. State law requires that you file the appropriate materials to assure the voters that you are fully disclosing all information pertinent to your candidacy. The purpose of the requirement is to ensure a fair and democratic electoral process.
Q.
When will sample ballots be mailed to voters?
A. State law requires sample ballots to be mailed to all qualified voters between 40 and 10 days before the election. Sample ballots will be mailed by the San Bernardino County Election Division.
Q.
How can I find out the election results?
A. All semi-final results will be released from the San Bernardino County Registrar of Voter’s Office 777 East Rialto Ave, San Bernardino, CA 92415
Semi-final election results will be continuously updated and displayed on the County’s website, https://elections.sbcounty.gov/ throughout Election Night and during the Official Canvass process. Bulletins are updated, and results are released approximately every 30 minutes until the last Semi-Official Results are tallied on Election Night. The County has (28) Days following the date of the election to complete the canvass.
Q.
When will newly elected Council members take office?
A. The Mayor and City Council members elected in each election shall be sworn in and begin their term of service upon certification of the general election results. They shall serve until their successors qualify. (Typically, this takes place the 2 nd or 3 rd week of December).
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DATES TO REMEMBER
The contents of this calendar and any legal interpretations contained herein are not to be relied upon as being correct either factually or as legal opinion.
Note: Whenever a date prescribed by law falls on a weekend or holiday, such act may be performed on the next business day. Dates have been adjusted. (Cal. Elec. Code §15; Government Code §§6700, 6701, 6706, 6707) **Note: Date falls on a weekend or state holiday; it does not move forward to the next business day.
(Cal. Elec. Code. §1301, §9200 et seq., §10002, §10100 et seq.)
RESPONSIBLE PARTY
DATE
DESCRIPTION
Adopt Resolution Calling Election (Cal. Elec. Code §330, §10002)
June 28 (E-130)
City Council/ City Clerk
Suggested date to adopt resolution calling an election to be consolidated with a statewide election and identifying the city offices up for election.
Notice of Election Publication Period (Cal. Elec. Code §12101; Government Code §6060, §6061)
July 1 to July15 (E-127 to E-113)
City Clerk
Publish Notice of Election one time between these dates. If there is no newspaper of general circulation published and circulated in the city, the notice shall be typewritten and copies shall be posted conspicuously within the time prescribed in at least three public places in the city.
Deadline to Adopt Regulations Regarding Candidate Statements (Cal. Elec. Code §13307(f))
July 8 (E-120)
City Council/ City Clerk
Deadline for jurisdictions to adopt or amend regulations regarding charges for printing candidate statements.
Candidate Filing Period (Cal. Elec. Code §8020(b) §10220, §13311; Government Code §87200 et seq.) Candidates may request and file candidate filing documents in order to run for office. Candidate statements are confidential until the end of the filing period. Candidates must file a Statement of Economic Interest.
July 15 thru Aug 9 (E-113 to E-88)
Candidates/ City Clerk
Candidacy Withdrawal Period (Cal. Elec. Code §10224)
July 15 to Aug 9 (E-113 to E-88)
Candidates/ City Clerk
A candidate may withdraw his or her nomination papers until the close of the nomination period.
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RESPONSIBLE PARTY
DATE
DESCRIPTION
Deadline to Submit Ordinance/Measure (Cal. Elec. Code §1405, §9222)
Aug 9 (E-88)
City Clerk
Last day for all documents associated with an ordinance or measure to be submitted to ROV if a measure is to be included on the ballot.
Start of Appointment to Office Period (Cal. Elec. Code §10229)
If on this date no one or only one person has been nominated, the officer conducting the election shall inform the governing body that it may, at a regular meeting or special meeting held before the election, adopt one of the following: 1. Appoint the person who was nominated. 2. If no one has been nominated, appoint any eligible elector. 3. Hold the election. The provisions of this section shall not apply if, at the regularly scheduled municipal election, more than one person has been nominated to another city office to be elected on a citywide basis or, a city measure has qualified and is to be submitted to the voters at that municipal election. If by the 75 th day before the municipal election, no person has been appointed to office pursuant to Cal. Elec. Code §10229, the election will be held. Notwithstanding Chapter 1 (commencing with Section §8600) of Part 3 of Division 8 or any other provision of the law to the contrary, if the governing body of the city makes an appointment pursuant to Cal. Elec. Code §10229, the City Clerk shall not accept for filing any statement of write-in candidacy, which is submitted after appointment.
**Aug 10 or Aug 15 to Aug 22 (E-87 or E-82 to E-75)
City Clerk
Candidate Statement Public Examination Period (Cal. Elec. Code §13313)
**Aug 10 to Aug 19 (E-87 to E-78)
City Clerk
Candidate statements are available for public examination. During this period, any voter of the jurisdiction in which the election is being held, or the elections official, himself or herself, may seek a writ of mandate or an injunction requiring the material in the statements to be amended or deleted.
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RESPONSIBLE PARTY
DATE
DESCRIPTION
Deadline to Withdraw Candidate Statements (Cal. Elec. Code §13307(a)(3))
Candidates/ City Clerk
Aug 12 (E-85)
Last day to withdraw candidate statements, unless there is an extension of the nomination period. Withdrawal of candidate statements must be in writing to the City Clerk.
Deadline to Withdraw Measure (Cal. Elec. Code §9605)
City Council
Aug 14 (E-83)
Whenever a legislative body has ordered that a measure be submitted to the voters of any jurisdiction at an election, the order of election shall not be amended or withdrawn after this date.
Randomized Alphabet Drawing Date (Cal. Elec. Code §13112)
Secretary of State
Aug15 (E-82)
The Secretary of State shall conduct a drawing of letters of the alphabet to determine the order in which candidates will appear on the ballot.
Deadline to Submit Names of Candidates to ROV (Cal. Elec. Code §10403(c))
City Clerk
Aug 16 (E-81)
Submit the names and ballot designations of candidates as they are to appear on the ballot to the ROV. The Certified List should be submitted in alphabetical order by office.
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RESPONSIBLE PARTY
DATE
DESCRIPTION
Publication of Nominee Names (Cal. Elec. Code §12110; Government Code §6060)
City Clerk
Aug 16 to Oct 29 (E-81 to E-7)
The City Clerk shall not later than one week before the election publish a list of names of the nominees, in the order in which they will appear on the ballot.
Deadline FPPC: 1 st Pre-Election Campaign Statement Filing (Government Code §84200.8(a))
Candidates/ Committees / City Clerk
Sep 26 (E-40)
Candidates must file the first pre-election campaign disclosure statement. All candidates listed on the ballot must file a Form 460 or 470.
Deadline to Submit Voter Registration (Cal. Elec. Code §2102)
*Oct 21 (E-15)
Voters/ Registrar of Voters
Deadline for voter registration to be postmarked or submitted electronically to be eligible to vote in this election. After this date, voter registration must be completed in person.
Conditional Voter Registration Period (Cal. Elec. Code §2170)
Oct 22 to Nov 5 (E-14 to E-0)
Voters/ Registrar of Voters
Citizens that miss the voter registration deadline can still register and vote in person at ROV office or at an Early Vote site on or before Election Day, or at a polling place on Election Day.
Deadline FPPC: 2nd Pre-Election Campaign Statement Filing (Gov’t. Code §84200.8(b))
Candidates / Committees / City Clerk
Oct 24 (E-12)
All committees must file the second pre-election campaign disclosure statement.
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RESPONSIBLE PARTY
DATE
DESCRIPTION
Deadline to Request a Replacement Vote by Mail Ballot (Cal. Elec. Code §3001, §3014)
Oct 29 (E-7)
Voters/ Registrar of Voters
Applications to be mailed a replacement ballot must be submitted to ROV by this date.
Election Day
Nov 5 (E-0)
Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Official Canvass Period (Cal. Elec. Code §15301, §15302, §15303, §15372)
Registrar of Voters
Nov 6 to Dec 5 (E+1 to E+30)
ROV shall commence the official canvass no later than the first Thursday following the election. The certified statement of results shall be completed no later than 30 days after the election.
Statement of Results (Cal. Elec. Code §15372(a))
The elections official shall prepare a certified statement of the results of the election and submit it to the governing body within 30 days of the election.
(Cal. Elec. Code §10262(b))
Dec 5 (E+30)
City Clerk / City Council
For a consolidated election, the city elections official, upon receipt of the results of the election from the elections official conducting the election, shall certify the results to the governing body which shall, no later than the next regularly scheduled city council meeting following presentation of the canvass of the returns, or at a special meeting called for this purpose, comply with applicable provisions of Section 10263.
Declare Candidates (Cal. Elec. Code §10263(b))
For a consolidated election, the governing body shall meet at its usual place of meeting no later than the next regularly scheduled city council meeting following presentation of the canvass of the returns, or at a special meeting called for this purpose, to declare the results and to install the newly elected officers.
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CANDIDATE GUIDELINES
BALLOT DESIGNATION
The Ballot Designation from the March Primary will carry over to the General Election.
ORDER OF CANDIDATE NAMES - The San Bernardino Registrar of Voters shall hold a public drawing to determine the order of candidate names on the ballot by randomly drawing each letter of the alphabet on E-82 .
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Filing Schedule for Candidates and their Controlled Committees for Local Office Listed on the November 5, 2024 Ballot
Deadline
Period
Form Notes
Jul 31, 2024 Semi-Annual Within 24 Hours Election Cycle Reports
* – 6/30/24
460
· All committees must file this statement.
8/7/24 – 11/5/24
497
· File if a contribution of $1,000 or more in the aggregate is received from a single source. · File if a contribution of $1,000 or more in the aggregate is made to or in connection with another candidate or measure listed on the November 5, 2024, ballot. · The recipient of a non-monetary contribution of $1,000 or more in the aggregate must file a Form 497 within 48 hours from the time the contribution is received. · File by personal delivery, e-mail, guaranteed overnight service, or fax. The committee may also file online, if available.
Sep 26, 2024 1 st Pre-Election Oct 24, 2024 2 nd Pre-Election Jan 31, 2025 Semi-Annual
7/1/24 – 9/21/24
460 or 470
· Each candidate listed on the ballot must file Form 460 or Form 470 (see below).
9/22/24 – 10/19/24
460
· All committees must file this statement. · File by personal delivery or guaranteed overnight service. The committee may also file online, if available.
10/20/24 – 12/31/24
460 · All committees must file Form 460 unless the committee filed termination Forms 410 and 460 before December 31, 2024.
Additional Notes:
· *Period Covered: The period covered by any statement begins on the day after the closing date of the last statement filed, or January 1, if no previous statement has been filed. · Local Ordinance: Always check on whether additional local rules apply. · Deadline Extensions: Deadlines are extended when they fall on a Saturday, Sunday, or an official state holiday. This extension does not apply to a 24- Hour/10-Day Contribution Report (Form 497) that is due the weekend before the election, and this extension never applies to any 24-Hour/10-Day Independent Expenditure Report (Form 496). Such reports must be filed within 24 hours, regardless of the day of the week. · Method of Delivery: All paper filings may be filed by first-class mail unless otherwise noted. A paper copy of a statement may not be required if a local agency requires online filing pursuant to a local ordinance. · Form 501: All candidates must file Form 501 (Candidate Intention Statement) before soliciting/receiving contributions.
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· Form 460: Candidates who have raised/spent $2,000 or more file Form 460. The Form 410 (Statement of Organization) must also be filed once $2,000 or more has been raised/spent. · Form 470: Candidates who do not raise or spend $2,000 or more (or anticipate raising or spending $2,000 or more) in 2024 and do not have an open committee may file Form 470 on or before September 26, 2024. If the candidate raises or spends $2,000 or more, later during the calendar year, a Form 470 Supplement and a Form 410 must be filed. · Independent Expenditures: Committees making independent expenditures totaling $1,000 or more to support or oppose other candidates or ballot measures also file: o Form 496: This form is due within 24 hours if made in the 90-day, 24-hour reporting period of the candidate’s or measure’s election. Refer to the applicable filing schedule. Form 496 is filed with the filing officer in the jurisdiction of the affected candidate or measure. o Form 462: This verification form must be e-mailed to the FPPC within 10 days.. · After the Election: Reporting requirements will depend on whether the candidate is successful and whether a campaign committee is open. See Campaign Disclosure Manual 2 for additional information. · Public Documents: All statements and reports are public documents. · Resources: Campaign manuals and other instructional materials are available on the Campaign Rules page. Or, visit www.fppc.ca.gov > Learn > Campaign Rules.
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CANDIDATE FILING CHECKLIST
CANDIDATES!
Congratulations, you have made it to the run-off elections!
This section contains the documents to file for the November 5, 2024, General Election. The deadline to file the below documents is 4:00 p.m. on Friday, August 9, 2024. Filing papers and all other official documents and forms required for running for office are provided by and must be filed with the San Bernardino City Clerk before the deadline.
❖ The filing period for Nomination Documents is: Monday, July 15, 2024, through Friday, August 9, 2024.
❖ Where to file: City Clerk’s Department, 201 North E Street, San Bernardino, CA 92401.
❖ Filing Documents will be accepted: Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Friday, August 9th, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. , except for Holiday closures. Appointments to file your documents are required; please call the San Bernardino City Clerk’s Department at (909) 384-5002.
FILINGS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER 4:00 P.M. ON FRIDAY, AUGUST 9, 2024.
CALL (909) 384-5002 TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT
The following items MUST be returned at the time of your appointment when filing your documents:
IF not filing a candidate statement form, please complete the “Candidate Statement Decline to File”
Candidate Statement Form (Optional) if filing
Candidate Statement Word Doc. (Required when filing a Statement)
Code of Fair Campaign Practices (Optional)
Candidate Statement payment (check or credit card)
Candidate’s Statement (Optional: if submitted, statements MUST be submitted electronically as well as a hard copy)
1. Candidate Statement Information Sheet
2. Candidate Statement submitted (Please check mark the appropriate box) Via email and hardcopy
Via flash drive and hardcopy
3. Payment for Deposit(check or credit card): Estimated cost of printing, translation, and inclusion of Candidate’s Statement within the voter’s pamphlet: Printing and Mailing of Candidate’s Statement
City of San Bernardino, Member, City Council, Ward 5…………………………………………$ 1,268.00 City of San Bernardino, Member, City Council, Ward 7…………………………………………$ 1,130.00
4. Candidate Statement Payment Agreement (Only required if Candidate Statement submitted)
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CANDIDATE STATEMENT GUIDELINES
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-120
REGULATIONS FOR CANDIDATES FOR ELECTIVE OFFICE PERTAINING TO CANDIDATE STATEMENTS SUBMITTED TO THE VOTERS AT A PRIMARY MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, MARCH 5, 2024 .
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WORD COUNTING GUIDELINES
WORD COUNTING GUIDELINES FOR (Elections Code Chapter 1. General Provisions, § 9)
The following guidelines are used by the San Bernardino Registrar of Voters and City Clerk’s Office for counting words on candidate statements, ballot measure text, arguments, rebuttals and other ballot enclosures. The guidelines do not apply to ballot designations for candidates. If the text exceeds the specified 200 the author will be asked to delete words or change text until the statement conforms with requirements.
1. PUNCTUATION MARKS are not counted. Symbols such as “&” (and), and “#” (number/pound) are not considered punctuation and each symbol is counted as one (1) word.
2. THE WORDS “I”, “a”, “the”, “and”, “an” are counted as individual words.
3. PROPER NOUNS , such as geographical names, and names of persons or things, as one (1) word. EXAMPLE : “Gus Enwright” = 1 word “City of San Bernardino ” = 1 word “Dalai Lama” = 1 word 4. ABBREVATIONS such as acronyms or abbreviations for a word, phrase, or expression are counted as one (1) word. EXAMPLE: UCLA, PTA, USMC, LAPD, U.S.M.C. 5. HYPHENATED WORDS that appear in any generally available standard reference dictionary published in the U.S. at any time within the last 10 calendar years immediately preceding the election are counted as one (1) word. EXAMPLE : Attorney-at-Law
6. DATES … are counted as one (1) word.
EXAMPLE : 3 July 21, 1983 18 June, 1987 3/18 7/21/89
7. NUMERIC COMBINATIONS are counted as one (1) word. EXAMPLE : 1973 13 1/2 1971-73
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8. MONETARY AMOUNTS consisting of a combination of digits are counted as one (1) word. EXAMPLE : $1,000.00
MONETARY AMOUNTS consisting of a combination of words and digits are counted as two (2) words EXAMPLE : $4 million
9. TELEPHONE/FAX NUMBERS are counted as one (1) word. EXAMPLE : 1-800-815-2666 1-562-462-2317
10. INTERNET WEB SITES/E-MAIL ADDRESSES are counted as one (1) word. EXAMPLE : www.sbcity.org https://elections.sbcounty.gov/
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Candidate Statement Form NOVEMBER 5, 2024, GENERAL ELECTION
Name of Candidate as it will appear on ballot
Office Sought
Mailing Address
City
State
Zip
Residence Phone
Cell Phone
Email Address
I ELECT TO FILE A CANDIDATE STATEMENT •
I have read the Candidate Statement section(s) of the Registrar of Voters Candidate Filing Guide for this election and affirm that my candidate statement as submitted on this form complies with the California Elections Code and the Registrar of Voters policies. • I have been informed that the estimated cost and deposit for my candidate statement is $ • I agree that if the actual cost of the candidate statement exceeds the amount paid in advance, I will pay the additional sum to San Bernardino County within 30 days of the billing notification for such amount. • I agree that if the amount billed is not paid within 30 days following such notification, and the Elections Official thereafter commences legal action against me for the recovery of said amount, I will pay all costs of such action, including costs and reasonable attorney's fees in an amount to be fixed by the court. • I have been informed that if the amount paid in advance is more than the actual cost of the candidate statement, the Elections Official will refund the excess amount within 30 days of the election. • I have been informed that refunds will not be issued if voters receive mail ballots prior to receiving the San Bernardino County Voter Information Guide. • I agree that any notice, refund or billing pertaining to my candidate statement shall be mailed to me at the address set forth above and shall be deemed completed upon deposit in the United States mail. • I have been informed that State Senate and State Assembly candidates are required to accept the voluntary campaign expenditure limits on FPPC form 501 in order to have a candidate statement printed in the San Bernardino County Voter Information Guide. • I have been informed that I may withdraw my candidate statement no later than 5:00 p.m. of the next working day after the close of the candidate filing (nomination) period. • I understand that my candidate statement will be translated and printed in Spanish. When translating my candidate statement in Spanish, I request that the Registrar of Voters ( check only one option below ): ☐ Translate my statement using female nouns and pronouns, or ☐ Translate my statement using male nouns and pronouns. Signature of Candidate Date:
Return signed Candidate Statement Forms along with your candidate statement deposit: • By Mail or In Person: • San Bernardino County Registrar of Voters, 777 E. Rialto Ave, San Bernardino, CA 92415 • By Email & Phone:
• Scan your signed Candidate Statement Form and email to CandidateFiling@rov.sbcounty.gov, and • Call the Registrar of Voters at 909-387-8300 to pay your candidate statement deposit by credit card.
To receive assistance with completing and returning this form, please email us at CandidateFiling@rov.sbcounty.gov and attach the electronic copy (.docx or .doc) of your candidate statement. Registrar of Voters staff will contact you to schedule an appointment with a Candidate Filing Clerk.
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CandidateName: Occupation:
Filed
Age :
Click or tap here to enter text.
Word Count: I affirm that I want my candidate statement printed in the Voter Information Guide.
Signature of Candidate
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Candidate Statement Form Decline to File
NOVEMBER 5, 2024, GENERAL ELECTION
Name of Candidate as it will appear on ballot
Office Sought
Mailing Address
City
State
Zip
☐ I DO NOT ELECT TO FILE A CANDIDATE STATEMENT
Signature of Candidate
Date
IF I ELECT TO FILE A CANDIDATE STATEMENT BY 4 PM on AUGUST 9 , 202 4 : • I have read the Candidate Statement section(s) of the Registrar of Voters Candidate Filing Guide for this election and affirm that my candidate statement as submitted on this form complies with the California Elections Code and the Registrar of Voters policies. • I have been informed that the estimated cost and deposit for my candidate statement is $ • I agree that if the actual cost of the candidate statement exceeds the amount paid in advance, I will pay the additional sum to San Bernardino County within 30 days of the billing notification for such amount. • I agree that if the amount billed is not paid within 30 days following such notification, and the Elections Official thereafter commences legal action against me for the recovery of said amount, I will pay all costs of such action, including costs and reasonable attorney's fees in an amount to be fixed by the court. • I have been informed that if the amount paid in advance is more than the actual cost of the candidate statement, the Elections Official will refund the excess amount within 30 days of the election. • I have been informed that refunds will not be issued if voters receive mail ballots prior to receiving the San Bernardino County Voter Information Guide. • I agree that any notice, refund or billing pertaining to my candidate statement shall be mailed to me at the address set forth above and shall be deemed completed upon deposit in the United States mail. • I have been informed that State Senate and State Assembly candidates are required to accept the voluntary campaign expenditure limits on FPPC form 501 in order to have a candidate statement printed in the San Bernardino County Voter Information Guide. • I have been informed that I may withdraw my candidate statement no later than 5:00 p.m. of the next working day after the close of the candidate filing (nomination) period. Signature of Candidate Acknowledging the Above Date
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us via phone at (909) 387-8300 or via email at CandidateFiling.ROV@rov.sbcounty.gov
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California Secretary of State CODE OF FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES (Elections Code § 20440)
There are basic principles of decency, honesty, and fair play which every candidate for public office in the State of California has a moral obligation to observe and uphold in order that, after vigorously contested but fairly conducted campaigns, our citizens may exercise their constitutional right to a free and untrammeled choice and the will of the people may be fully and clearly expressed on the issues.
THEREFORE:
(1) I SHALL CONDUCT my campaign openly and publicly, discussing the issues as I see them, presenting my record and policies with sincerity and frankness, and criticizing without fear or favor the record and policies of my opponents or political parties that merit this criticism.
(2) I SHALL NOT USE OR PERMIT the use of character defamation, whispering campaigns, libel, slander, or scurrilous attacks on any candidate or his or her personal or family life.
(3) I SHALL NOT USE OR PERMIT any appeal to negative prejudice based on a candid ate’s actual or perceived race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, age, sexual orientation, sex, including gender identity, or any other characteristic set forth in Section 12940 of the Government Code, or association with another person who has any of the actual or perceived characteristics set forth in Section 12940 of the Government Code. (4) I SHALL NOT USE OR PERMIT any dishonest or unethical practice that tends to corrupt or undermine our American system of free elections, or that hampers or prevents the full and free expression of the will of the voters including acts intended to hinder or prevent any eligible person from registering to vote, enrolling to vote, or voting.
(5) I SHALL NOT coerce election help or campaign contributions for myself or for any other candidate from my employees.
(6) I SHALL IMMEDIATELY AND PUBLICLY REPUDIATE support deriving from any individual or group that resorts, on behalf of my candidacy or in opposition to that of my opponent, to the methods and tactics that I condemn. I shall accept responsibility to take firm action against any subordinate who violates any provision of this code or the laws governing elections.
(7) I SHALL DEFEND AND UPHOLD the right of every qualified American voter to full and equal participation in the electoral process.
I, the undersigned, candidate for election to public office in the State of California or treasurer or chairperson of a committee making any independent expenditures, hereby voluntarily endorse, subscribe to, and solemnly pledge myself to conduct my campaign in accordance with the above principles and practices.
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Date
Office
Rev: 11/2021
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