PRESIDENTIAL GENERAL

ELECTION

INYO COUNTY
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2020
POLLING LOCATIONS ARE OPEN
FROM 7 AM TO 8 PM ON ELECTION DAY

VOTER’S PAMPHLET
• CANDIDATES’ STATEMENTS
• MEASURE TEXT

ALL INFORMATION ABOUT VOTING IN INYO

COUNTY IS CONTAINED WITHIN THIS PAMPHLET.
YOUR POLLING PLACE CAN BE FOUND ON THE
STUB OF YOUR OFFICIAL BALLOT.

FOR VOTER INFORMATION and ELECTION RESULTS

https://elections.inyocounty.us

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What’s new for this election?
All California voters will receive a ballot in the mail
For the November 3, 2020 Presidential General Election, all registered voters will receive a ballot in
the mail. Ballots must be postmarked and mailed no later than November 3, in order to be counted.
Mailed ballots can be dropped off at any ballot drop box, the elections office or post office upon
receipt, or they can be dropped off at any polling location in Inyo County on Election Day. A complete
list of drop box and voting locations is included in this booklet.

If you choose to vote in person, please follow all of the required Inyo County health guidelines and
bring your mailed ballot with you to give to an election worker. Volunteer election workers will be
following all safety guidelines for their protection and the for the wellbeing of the community.

You will receive 2 voter guides for this election

Inyo County (this pamphlet) California State Guide

Local and county races and measures are on U.S. national races, state races, and state propositions are
the following pages in this guide. in the guide from the state.

Local candidates: elections.inyocounty.us Statewide candidates: www.sos.ca.gov

Political Party Endorsements

For voter-nominated offices, only two candidates who received the most votes in the primary election
will be on the ballot. Candidates for these offices may have the same political party preference. Write-
in candidates are not allowed for these contests.

Parties have the option of submitting candidate endorsements for printing in this pamphlet. Not all
parties participate and parties may endorse a candidate from another party.
Listed below are the political party endorsements received by the deadline. The candidate’s party
preference does not necessarily mean that they have that political party’s support.

Democratic Republican
Congressional, District 8 Christine Bubser Jay Obernolte
Assembly, District 26 Drew Phelps Devon Mathis

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Inyo County Polling Places and
Drop Boxes
If voting in person, follow safety procedures.
Protect your health and the health of other voters and election workers at voting
locations by taking the following precautions:

Voting Safety Checklist

Wear a face covering while at the voting location.

Keep 2 arms’ length distance from other people.

Wash hands before and after entering the voting location.

Use hand sanitizer after touching doors or voting equipment.

Bring a ballpoint pen to avoid touching high-contact surfaces.

Want more information about how to stay safe while voting?

Review Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines at:
www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/election-polling-locations.html

Find your assigned polling place on your Official Ballot stub. The complete list
of polling places for the November 3, 2020 election are:

Paiute Professional Building 50 Tu Su Lane, Bishop

Heritage Arts Building – Fairgrounds 1135 N. Main Street, Bishop
Big Pine Town Hall 150 Dewey Street, Big Pine
Basement Courtroom 168 N. Edwards Street, Independence
Statham Hall 138 Jackson Street, Lone Pine

New this year! You can drop off your mailed ballot directly to the Inyo County
Elections office in a Ballot Drop Box beginning on October 5. Ballot Drop Box
locations are:

Bishop City Hall 377 West Line Street, Bishop

Big Pine Town Hall 150 Dewey Street, Big Pine
Historic Courthouse 168 N. Edwards Street, Independence
Statham Hall 138 Jackson Street, Lone Pine
Furnace Creek Ranch CA-190, Death Valley
Tecopa Senior Center Tecopa Hot Springs Rd, Tecopa
Inyo County Check elections.inyocounty.us for more
information on Ballot Drop boxes

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 If voting by mail, use the
following Instructions

1. Mark your ballot

Mark your ballot using a dark ballpoint pen (No red ink).
To vote for a candidate completely fill in the oval next
to your choice like this:

To vote on any measure, completely fill in the oval next to the

word “Yes” or the word “No”.

If you make a mistake you can request a replacement ballot by

calling 760-878-0224 or email kfoote@inyocounty.us.

2. Review your ballot

If you vote for more candidates than allowed or if you vote both
“Yes” and “No” on a measure, your vote will not count for that
candidate or measure.

You do not have to vote on all contests. Those you do vote on

will still count.

3. Seal your ballot

1. Complete the information on the return envelope.
This includes your physical address (not a PO Box)
and signature.

2. Refold your ballot along the original fold lines and

place it in the return envelope provided. Only one
ballot per envelope.

3. Sign the return envelope or your ballot cannot

be counted.

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4. Return your ballot
Mail your ballot. Please note, your postage has been pre-paid on
your return envelope. All mailed ballots must be postmarked by
Election Day and received by 17 days after the election to be counted.
To make sure your ballot is received in time, allow at least seven days
for mailing.

Or

Deliver your ballot in person. You – or a person you have authorized –

can take your ballot to any polling place, or drop box in Inyo County.
In-person voting options will be available for most voters if you want to
vote in person. Please review your official ballot stub to find your
polling place.

The following polling places will be open on November 3:

Paiute Professional Building, 50 Tu Su Ln, Bishop

Heritage Arts Building – Fairgrounds, 1135 N. Main St., Bishop
Big Pine Town Hall, 150 Dewey St., Big Pine
Basement Courtroom, 168 N. Edwards St., Independence
Statham Hall, 138 Jackson St., Lone Pine

The following Ballot Drop Box locations will be available beginning

October 5:

Bishop City Hall, 377 West line, Bishop

Big Pine Town Hall, 150 Dewey St., Big Pine
Historic Courthouse, 168 N. Edwards St, Independence
Statham Hall, 138 Jackson St, Lone Pine
Furnace Creek Ranch, CA 190 Death Valley
Tecopa Senior Center, Tecopa Hotsprings Rd, Tecopa

Check elections.inyocounty.us for more information on Drop boxes.

To request a Spanish translation of your ballot when voting by mail,

please contact the elections office at 760-878-0224.

Para solicitar una traducción en Español de su boleta al votar por

correo, favor de communícarse con la oficina de Elecciones al
760-878-0224.

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New Updated Inyo County
Elections Website
The new website has been updated to provide voters an even easier way to find
important election and voting information. Check the status of your registration, update
your registration, sign up for ballot tracking and make a plan for voting this November!

The new website has a lot to offer all Inyo County voters.

Registration
How to vote, who can vote, and the deadline to register in time to vote
in November.

How to Vote by Mail

How to mark your ballot, return your ballot, and track your ballot.

What’s on the Ballot

Contests that will be on the November 3, 2020 ballot, from national to
local.

Where to Vote in Person

Safety checklist, early voting, and election day voting.

Become an Election Worker

Requirements, stipends, signing up, and training classes.

And much more! You can find it all at https://elections.inyocounty.us.

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 Candidate’s Statements & Measures

Candidate’s Statements
Candidates have the option to prepare and pay for a statement to be printed in this
pamphlet in their choice of languages. Statements are printed in the random
alphabetical order determined by the Secretary of State.

The following section may not contain a statement for each candidate. A complete list of
candidates appears on the sample ballot included in this pamphlet.

Each candidate’s statement is printed exactly as submitted.

Measures
The following pages may contain information about local measures including analysis
and arguments. Arguments in support or in opposition to proposed measures are the
opinions of the authors and are printed at their expense.

Each analysis and argument is printed exactly as submitted.

Where do I find candidates’ campaign finance reports?

The Political Reform Act requires detailed disclosure of contributions and expenditures
for campaigns supporting or opposing state and local candidates, ballot measures and
money spent or received in connection with lobbying the State Legislature.

To receive information about local candidates’ campaign expenditures, you may call the Inyo
County Elections Department at (760) 878-0224.

To receive information about state candidates, donors and lobbyists, you may call the
Secretary of State Office at (916) 653-6224 or visit their website http://www.sos.ca.gov

Expenditure Limitations: State Legislative candidates

Voters passed Proposition 34 in November 2000. This law says we must tell voters the
names of candidates who agree to campaign spending limits. This law only applies to
candidates for State Legislative offices.
Candidates who agree to the campaign spending limits are allowed to pay for and
publish a candidate’s statement of qualifications. The State and Assembly candidates
that have accepted the campaign spending limits in Inyo County Voter are:
State Assembly - 26th District
Devon Mathis
Andrew Phelps

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 STATEMENT OF CANDIDATE FOR
U.S. REPRESENTATIVE, 8TH DISTRICT
JAY OBERNOLTE AGE: 50
Occupation: Assemblyman / Business Owner
Education and Qualifications: In Congress, we need a Representative who understands our district, fights
on behalf of our residents, and represents our values. As the only candidate who lives here, owns a business
here, and raised a family here, I will fight for the values we share.
As a business owner, I have the real-world experience to solve problems and get things done. I started my
company 30 years ago and grew that successful business by balancing budgets and controlling costs. I also
learned how government should work to increase prosperity for everyone. As our economy struggles and
recovers from the COVID-19 pandemic, that experience will be crucial.
I’ve also represented you in the State Legislature for the last six years. I have fought to lower taxes, create
local jobs, and improve our quality of life. I am running for Congress because I believe that government
should work for all of us.
As your Representative, I will fight to: create jobs and help our economy recover from the pandemic, keep
our promises to our veterans, fight against tax increases, crack down on violent crime, lower prescription
drug prices, and reduce the cost of healthcare.
I’m proud to have a consistent and proven track record on these issues. From fighting to stop the closure of
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the Barstow Veterans Home to defeating over $300 billion in tax increases, I have a record of standing up for
our community. I would be honored to earn your vote.
Learn more about my values at ElectJay.com.
s/Jay Obernolte
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DECLARACIÓN DE CANDIDATO A
REPRESENTANTE DE ESTADOS UNIDOS, DISTRITO 8
JAY OBERNOLTE EDAD: 50
Ocupación: Asambleísta y propietario de empresa
Educación y calificaciones: En el Congreso necesitamos un representante que entienda nuestro distrito,
que luche en nombre de nuestros residentes y que represente nuestros valores. Como el único candidato
que vive aquí, tiene una empresa aquí y ha visto crecer a su familia aquí, lucharé por los valores que
compartimos.
Como propietario de una empresa, tengo la experiencia del mundo real para resolver problemas y hacer
las cosas. Comencé mi compañía hace 30 años e hice crecer este negocio exitoso al equilibrar los
presupuestos y controlar los costos. Además, aprendí cómo debe trabajar el gobierno para incrementar la
prosperidad de todos. Conforme nuestra economía lucha y se recupera de la pandemia del COVID-19, esa
experiencia será crucial.
También los he representado en la Legislatura del Estado durante los últimos seis años. He luchado por
reducir los impuestos, crear empleos locales y mejorar nuestra calidad de vida. Soy candidato al Congreso
porque estoy convencido de que el gobierno debe trabajar para todos nosotros.
Como su representante, lucharé para: crear empleos y ayudar a que nuestra economía se recupere de la
pandemia, cumplir nuestras promesas a nuestros veteranos, luchar contra los aumentos de impuestos,
abatir los crímenes violentos, bajar los precios de los medicamentos recetados y reducir el costo de la
atención médica.
Me siento orgulloso de contar con una trayectoria sólida y comprobada en estos asuntos. Desde luchar
para detener la clausura del Hogar para Veteranos de Barstow hasta lograr el rechazo de más de $300 mil
millones en aumentos a los impuestos, tengo una trayectoria como defensor de nuestra comunidad. Sería
un honor para mí ganarme su voto.
Obtenga más información sobre mis valores en ElectJay.com.
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U.S. REPRESENTATIVE, 8TH DISTRICT
CHRISTINE BUBSER
Occupation: Businesswoman/Healthcare professional
Education and Qualifications: We need leaders in Washington who make decisions based on facts, not
politics.
I’ve spent my life bringing people together to solve problems in healthcare and business. I’ll do the same
in Congress.
My father worked on technology for the military and my mother was a teacher. They taught me to work hard
and budget responsibly. I got my first job at 14 and waited tables through college.
For two decades, I built a career in healthcare and worked with doctors, scientists, and business leaders to
deliver lifesaving treatments to patients.
Yet I still had to fight my insurance company to get our daughter the care she needed for her epilepsy. The
system has been broken by special interests and Washington politicians who follow their party leaders.
Now, we’re in an economic and public health crisis. People are losing jobs, businesses, and loved ones. I
did when we lost my mom to Coronavirus.
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There’s no time for more partisanship. We need a problem solver.
With my experience in healthcare and as a small business owner, I’ll get bipartisan results that:
Reduce healthcare costs and protect coverage for pre-existing conditions;
Rebuild our economy, create good-paying jobs, invest in skills training, and lower taxes for the middle class;
Protect Social Security and Medicare benefits; and
Ensure our soldiers and veterans get the services they deserve.
As a Mammoth Lakes community member for 14 years, I love the Eastern Sierra and I’d be honored to get
results for you in Congress.
ChrisBubser.com
s/ Christine Bubser
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DECLARACIÓN DE CANDIDATA A
REPRESENTANTE DE ESTADOS UNIDOS, DISTRITO 8
CHRISTINE BUBSER
Ocupación: Mujer de negocios/Profesional de atención Médica
Educación y calificaciones: En Washington necesitamos líderes que tomen decisiones basadas en los
hechos, no en la política.
He pasado mi vida uniendo a las personas para resolver problemas relacionados con la atención médica y
los negocios. Haré lo mismo en el Congreso.
Mi padre trabajaba en tecnología para la milicia y mi madre era maestra. Ellos me enseñaron a trabajar
duro y a utilizar el presupuesto con responsabilidad. Conseguí mi primer empleo a los 14 años y fui mesera
durante mis estudios universitarios.
Durante dos décadas, hice carrera en la atención médica y trabajé con médicos, científicos y líderes
empresariales para ofrecer a los pacientes tratamientos que salvaran sus vidas.
Sin embargo, tuve que pelear contra mi compañía de seguros para hacer que nuestra hija recibiera la
atención que necesitaba para su epilepsia. El sistema se ha fracturado a causa de intereses particulares y
de políticos de Washington que siguen a los líderes de su partido.
Actualmente, nos encontramos en medio de una crisis económica y de salud pública. Las personas están
perdiendo sus empleos, sus empresas y a sus seres queridos. Me ocurrió cuando perdí a mi mamá a causa
del coronavirus.
No hay tiempo para más partidismos. Necesitamos una persona que resuelva los problemas.
Con mi experiencia en la atención médica y como propietaria de una pequeña empresa, obtendré resultados
bipartidistas para:
reducir los costos de la atención médica y proteger la cobertura de enfermedades preexistentes;
reconstruir nuestra economía, generar empleos bien pagados, invertir en capacitación técnica y disminuir
los impuestos que paga la clase media;
proteger los beneficios de la Seguridad Social y de Medicare; y
asegurar que nuestros soldados y veteranos reciban los servicios que merecen.
Como miembro de la comunidad de Mammoth Lakes durante 14 años, amo Eastern Sierra y sería un honor
para mí obtener resultados para ustedes en el Congreso.
ChrisBubser.com
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STATE ASSEMBLY, 26TH DISTRICT
DREW PHELPS
Occupation: Small Business Advovate

Education and Qualifications: My name is Drew Phelps and I would be honored to serve as your next
Assemblymember. As a fourth generation Tularean, I’ve grown up in our district, and have always been
engaged in our community.

My top priorities are the issues that affect us all: water, healthcare access, and workforce training.

We need to ensure that we have an adequate supply of water. I will work tirelessly to pursue new storage
and conveyance projects, along with Delta solutions, to provide more water statewide; freeing up more
water for the Owens Valley and Inyo County.

My experience as one of the leaders of the Citizens for Hospital Accountability campaign in Tulare helped
me recognize the dire need to fight for more funding from the state budget for our hospitals and clinics,
particularly to attract and keep doctors and nurses.

I will also work to expand access to vocational education to students across our district, along with a greater
focus on workforce training for those who may be displaced from jobs in our changing economy.

I understand that these are issues that can’t wait to be addressed. With your vote, I can put my experience

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to work for all of us.

s/Drew Phelps

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 STATEMENT OF CANDIDATE FOR GOVERNING BOARD MEMBER
BISHOP UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
STEVE ELIA AGE: 52 STEVE ELIA EDAD: 52
Occupation: Educator, parent and former School Board Trustee
Education and Qualifications: After over 20 years in Bishop, I still wake up feeling grateful to have found
my way to the Eastern Sierra.
I have served students, teachers and families for the last 30 years, 15 of those teaching English at Bishop
High School and two as a BUSD School Board Trustee. As a parent of three, Maximo, 14, Lucia, 13, and
Scout, 13, I have a vested interest our schools. Whether it’s attending drill team competitions, chaperoning
field trips or listening to School Board reports, I am continually impressed with the commitment and quality
of the BUSD staff.
As a Program Specialist for an educational non-profit, I get a frontline view of the challenges schools and
students face each day. If elected, I will balance fiscal responsibility while working to improve college and
career readiness for all students, develop teacher leadership and build strategic partnerships to expand the
arts, electives and extracurricular opportunities.
Bishop kids have big dreams. I ask for your vote to keep our schools focused on what is most important,
providing each one of them with a high-quality education so they have the skills they need to make those
dreams come true. Thank you for your support.
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DECLARACIÓN DE CANDIDATO A MIEMBRO DE LA JUNTA GUBERNATIVA
DISTRITO ESCOLAR UNIFICADO DE BISHOP
Ocupación: Educador, padre de familia y exfideicomisario de la Junta Escolar
Educación y calificaciones: Después de 20 años en Bishop, aún me despierto agradecido por haber
llegado a Eastern Sierra.
He trabajado para alumnos, maestros y familias durante los últimos 30 años, 15 de ellos como maestro
de inglés en la Preparatoria de Bishop y dos como fideicomisario de la Junta Escolar del Distrito Escolar
Unificado de Bishop (Bishop Unified School District, BUSD). Como padre de tres hijos: Maximo de 14, Lucia
de 13 y Scout de 13, tengo un interés especial en nuestras escuelas. Ya sea al asistir a las competencias de
entrenamiento de equipos, servir de acompañante en viajes de campo o escuchar los informes de la Junta
Escolar, me impresionan constantemente el compromiso y la calidad del personal del BUSD.
Como especialista en programas para una organización educativa sin fines de lucro, tengo una perspectiva
de primera fila sobre los desafíos que las escuelas y los alumnos enfrentan cada día. Si me eligen, equilibraré
la responsabilidad fiscal y, al mismo tiempo, trabajaré para mejorar la disponibilidad de universidades y
carreras para todos los estudiantes, desarrollaré el liderazgo de los maestros y construiré asociaciones
estratégicas para expandir las artes, las materias optativas y las oportunidades extracurriculares.
Los niños de Bishop tienen grandes sueños. Pido su voto para mantener a nuestras escuelas enfocadas en
lo más importante, proporcionando a cada uno de ellos una educación de alta calidad a fin de que cuenten
con las habilidades que necesitan para hacer realidad esos sueños. Gracias por su apoyo.
f/Steve Elia
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BISHOP UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
KATHY ZACK AGE: 62 KATHY ZACK EDAD: 62
Occupation: Appointed Incumbent
Education and Qualifications: I am a 1976 graduate of Bishop High School, a 1980 graduate of Stanford
University, and a 1984 graduate of the University of Chicago Graduate School of Business. I worked nearly
20 years in hospital management and have three children who are BUHS graduates. My husband and I own
Zack Ranch and have deep community ties. I have valued education my entire life and believe there’s no
more important calling than educating our community’s children and preparing them for a successful future.
I served on the BUSD Board from 2006 through 2018. I chose not to run in the 2018 election but when a
vacancy opened in the fall of 2019, I saw a need for my experience and skills. I applied and was appointed
in October 2019, and I’m delighted to be serving our schools once again. We are going through the
most difficult year I’ve ever experienced, but I believe I have the knowledge and the relationships with
administration and faculty needed to lead during these challenging times.
Learning and achievement for all students has always been my primary focus. Despite our difficulties, I am
excited about our future and respectfully ask for your support in this election.
s/Kathy Zack
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DECLARACIÓN DE CANDIDATA A MIEMBRO DE LA JUNTA GUBERNATIVA
DISTRITO ESCOLAR UNIFICADO DE BISHOP
Ocupación: Titular designada
Educación y calificaciones: Me gradué de la Preparatoria de Bishop en 1976, de la Universidad de Stanford
en 1980 y de la Escuela de Posgrado de Administración de Empresas de la University of Chicago en 1984.
Trabajé casi 20 años en la administración de hospitales y tengo tres hijos graduados de la Preparatoria
Bishop Union (Bishop Union High School, BUHS). Mi esposo y yo somos propietarios de Zack Ranch y
tenemos profundos vínculos con la comunidad. Toda mi vida he valorado la educación y estoy convencida
de que no existe vocación más importante que educar a los niños de nuestra comunidad y prepararlos para
un futuro exitoso.
Presté mis servicios en la Junta del Distrito Escolar Unificado de Bishop (Bishop Unified School District,
BUSD) de 2006 a 2018. Decidí no participar en la elección de 2018, pero cuando se abrió una vacante en el
otoño de 2019, vi que se necesitaban mi experiencia y habilidades. Me postulé y fui designada en octubre de
2019, y estoy encantada de servir a nuestras escuelas una vez más. Estamos atravesando el año más difícil
que jamás haya experimentado, pero estoy convencida de que poseo los conocimientos y las relaciones con
la administración y la facultad que se requieren para gobernar en estos tiempos desafiantes.
El aprendizaje y el rendimiento académico de todos los estudiantes han sido siempre mi principal interés.
A pesar de nuestras dificultades, me emociona nuestro futuro y pido respetuosamente su apoyo en esta
elección.
f/Kathy Zack
 STATEMENT OF CANDIDATE FOR GOVERNING BOARD MEMBER
BISHOP UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
MERYL PICARD MERYL PICARD
Education and Qualifications: I am a member of the Bishop Paiute tribe and currently reside and work
on the Bishop reservation as an HR Generalist. My professional passion has been to help better the lives of
those who are disenfranchised and disempowered, especially the youth in our communities. I received my
Bachelor’s in Social Work from the University of Montana and have over six years of professional experience
working in education. As past Education Director for the Bishop Paiute Tribe, I worked closely with Bishop
Unified and the California Department of Education. I also own my own business as a Health and Wellness
Coach.
I myself attended Bishop Schools growing up and I have three young boys who attend or will attend BUSD.
I’m eager to bring not only a Native American perspective to this Board, but also the perspective of a student
who struggled, pushed through obstacles, and became the first in my family to graduate from college.
I have served two years on the BUSD Indian Parent Advisory Committee as well as the Bishop Indian Head
Start Parent Policy Council. I know the strong relationships I have built with students and families will make
me a valuable addition to this board.
s/Meryl Picard
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DECLARACIÓN DE CANDIDATA A MIEMBRO DE LA JUNTA GUBERNATIVA
DISTRITO ESCOLAR UNIFICADO DE BISHOP
Educación y calificaciones: Soy miembro de la tribu Paiute de Bishop y actualmente vivo y trabajo en la
reserva de Bishop como generalista de Recursos Humanos. Mi pasión profesional ha sido ayudar a mejorar
la vida de las personas sin representación y poder, especialmente a los jóvenes de nuestras comunidades.
Obtuve mi licenciatura en Trabajo Social por la University of Montana y actualmente tengo más de seis años
de experiencia profesional en el sector educativo. Como exdirectora educativa de la tribu Paiute de Bishop,
trabajé de cerca con el Distrito Unificado de Bishop y con el Departamento de Educación de California.
También soy propietaria de un negocio como instructora de salud y bienestar.
Mientras crecía, fui alumna de las escuelas de Bishop y tengo tres niños pequeños que asisten o asistirán a
las escuelas del Distrito Escolar Unificado de Bishop (Bishop Unified School District, BUSD). Me entusiasma
aportar no solamente la perspectiva de una indígena estadounidense a esta Junta, sino también la
perspectiva de una estudiante que luchó, superó obstáculos y se convirtió en la primera persona de su
familia en graduarse de la universidad.
Durante dos años he servido en el Comité Consultivo Indígena de Padres de Familia del BUSD y en el Concejo
Indígena de Políticas de Head Start para Padres de Familia de Bishop. Sé que las sólidas relaciones que he
establecido con los estudiantes y las familias me convertirán en un elemento valioso de esta junta.
f/Meryl Picard
 STATEMENT OF CANDIDATE FOR DIRECTOR NORTHERN INYO
HEALTHCARE DISTRICT ZONE 1

AGE:35
KYLE WAKAMIYA
Occupation: Business intelligence & strategic analysis (a branch of finance & accounting)

Education and Qualifications: I am running for the Northern Inyo County Hospital Zone 1 District Director
because I believe I can help bring financial acumen to the board of directors during this critical period.

I started my career as a tax accountant at a Big Four accounting firm before transitioning to the private
sector. For the past ten years, I have overseen financial forecasting for a chemical technology company. In
my role, I integrate the science operations and the business realities of our industry to inform the strategic
direction of the business. I believe I can apply my experiences from the private sector to help develop
a successful strategy for the NIHD. It is crucial that both providing high quality health care services and
creating financial sustainability for the healthcare district are integrated in a successful long-term strategy.

Since my wife, Anne, and I moved to Bishop in 2018 to raise our family, we have come to recognize the
essential nature of the services that the healthcare district provides to residents. I want the NIHD to succeed
now and for decades to come.

Thank you for your vote.

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s/ Kyle Wakamiya

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Facts about voting by mail in Inyo County

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signature and address is compared to the information on the voter’s registration card. If something
doesn’t match, the elections department will contact the voter to let them know. After all ballots are
accepted for counting, they are carefully removed from their envelopes, ensuring that the voters’
privacy is protected. Once all ballots are removed from their envelopes, they are counted by central
scanning equipment and then sealed in containers that are only opened for the post-election audit.
Voter’s privacy and their vote are always protected throughout the process.

• Postage is pre-paid on all mailed ballots.

• All signatures are compared to the signature on your voter registration card.

• If the signature doesn't match, you will be contacted and be given an opportunity to correct the
issue.

• You do not have to vote on all contests. Those you do vote on will still count.

• All mailed ballots are counted, regardless if the contest is close.

• If you make a mistake, you can ask for a replacement ballot.

Remember, always contact your local elections department for accurate information about
voting in your jurisdiction. For information about voting in Inyo County, please visit our
website at elections.inyocounty.us or call 760-878-0224.

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Inyo County Elections Website

The new updated Inyo County Elections website is a vital resource for everything you
need to know leading up to the November election.

https://elections.inyocounty.us

Social Media

Follow Inyo County Elections on social media for regular updates on an extensive
range of topics around the November election - anything from the Untied State Postal
Service and California Secretary of State voting updates to volunteer as an election
worker. Keep informed on all topics important to Inyo County voters.

Follow @inyoelections on your preferred social media platforms

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