General Municipal Election

The City of Ukiah’s next municipal election will be held in consolidation with the Mendocino County General Election, on Tuesday, November 5, 2024. Polls will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

To register to vote, go to:

Candidate Nomination Period

The candidate filing and nomination period is scheduled for July 15, 2024 to August 9, 2024 (unless an incumbent doesn’t apply, then the date is extended to August 14, 2024 for non-incumbents.) All candidates running for office in the November 5, 2024, General Municipal Election must complete all required paperwork and have it turned in to the City Clerk’s office by 5:00 p.m. on the due date. Nomination papers are available from the City Clerk Department by calling 707-463-6217, or by emailing klawler@cityofukiah.com to make an appointment once the filing period has begun on July 15th.

Terms

  • Councilmembers: Four (4) years, elected by the voters. If a Councilmember resigns their seat, the City Council will decide whether to appoint a new person to serve the remainder of the term, leave the seat vacant until the next scheduled election, or hold a special election to fill the seat.
  • The two terms of office up for election are for the period of December 1, 2024 through November 30, 2028.
  • Election to the office of City Council requires a 50% + 1 majority vote threshold.
  • The Mayor is appointed every year on a rotational basis by the City Council.

City Council Meeting Schedule

First and third Wednesdays of each month at 6 pm, as well as other special meetings, as scheduled. Council Members also sit on various Boards, Commissions, and Committees throughout the community on behalf of the City of Ukiah.

Qualifications

In order to be eligible to hold office as a member of the City Council, a candidate must be a registered voter within the corporate limits of the city of Ukiah at the time nomination documents are issued by the City Clerk. An eligible voter in the city of Ukiah must be an American citizen, 18 years of age or older, and a resident of the city. (Government Code Sections 34882, 34904, 36502).

Campaign Reporting Requirements

Every elected official and public employee who makes or influences governmental decisions is required by State Law to submit a Statement of Economic Interest, also known as the Form 700. The Form 700 provides transparency and ensures accountability in two ways:

1. It provides necessary information to the public about an official’s personal financial interests to ensure that officials are making decisions in the best interest of the public and not enhancing their personal finances.

2. It serves as a reminder to the public official of potential conflicts of interest so the official can abstain from making or participating in governmental decisions that are deemed conflicts of interest.

The Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC) provides free, expert advice at their toll free number: (866) ASK FPPC (275-3772). All campaign forms, most manuals, and instructions are available on their website.

City Councilmember Job Description

Contact Us

County Clerk &
Voter Registration

Online: Register to Vote

Phone: (707) 234-6819

City Clerk

300 Seminary Ave
Ukiah, CA 95482

Main Office: (707) 463-6217

Email: klawler@cityofukiah.com

Measures on Ballot

As of _____________, there are no measures on the ballot of the upcoming election.

Candidate Packet

The Candidate Information is provided to all candidates to assist them with the nomination and campaign process. A hard copy will be provided to all candidates by the City Clerk upon issuing nomination papers.

Candidate Information

2024 Candidate/Committee Economic Disclosure Forms

Candidate Office Pulled Paperwork Declaration of Candidacy Papers Filed with City Clerk County Certificate of Signers Form 460/470 Filed Form 501 Filed Form 700 Filed Date Qualified 3rd Pre-election Statement
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2022 Candidate/Committee Economic Disclosure Forms

Candidate Office Pulled Paperwork Declaration of Candidacy Papers Filed with City Clerk County Certificate of Signers Form 460/470 Filed Form 501 Filed Form 700 Filed Date Qualified 3rd Pre-election Statement
Juan V. Orozco City Councilmember 7/29/22 7/29/22 8/4/22 8/10/22 8/12/22 8/4/22 8/11/22 8/10/22
Thao Phi City Councilmember 7/29/22 8/12/22 8/11/22 8/11/22 8/12/22 8/12/22 8/12/22 8/11/22
Susan Sher City Councilmember 8/2/22 8/9/22 8/9/22 8/10/22 9/29/22 10/27/22 11/3/22 8/9/22 8/9/22 8/10/22
Jim O. Brown City Councilmember 8/3/22 8/9/22 8/9/22< <8/10/22 8/9/22 8/9/22 8/9/22 8/10/22
Mari Rodin City Councilmember 8/3/22 8/8/22 8/8/22 8/8/22 8/8/22 8/8/22 8/8/22 8/8/22
Compensation

Salary and Benefits

City Councilmembers receive $490 per month compensation for their service; Elected officials may choose to have Social Security deducted or to participate in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).  City Councilmembers are eligible for participation in City of Ukiah group health, dental, and vision insurance plans.   Elected Officials are provided a monthly health insurance contribution by the City, which is equivalent to the “employee only” REMIF EPO 250 health plan premium (Fiscal Year 2022-23 is $837 per month).

Historical

2020 Candidate/Committee Economic Disclosure Forms

Candidate Office Date Papers Pulled Date Papers Filed Form 501 Filed Form 700 Filed Date Qualified 3rd Pre-election Statement
Cameron Ramos City Councilmember 7/13/20 8/4/20 8/4/20 8/4/20 8/7/20 No 470 or 460 received
Jenny Kimbler City Councilmember 7/14/20 7/28/20 7/27/20 8/5/20 8/7/20 Filed 470 8/5/20
Ed Donovan City Councilmember 7/16/20 8/4/20 8/4/20 8/6/20 8/6/20 10/30/20
Brian Erickson City Councilmember 7/17/20 8/6/20 8/6/20 8/7/20 8/7/20 Filed 470 8/6/20
Stephen G. Scalmanini City Councilmember 7/20/20 8/3/20 8/3/20 8/7/20 8/7/20 10/30/20
Douglas F. Crane City Councilmember 7/28/20 8/6/20 8/6/20 8/6/20 8/6/20 10/30/20
Josefina Dueňas City Councilmember 8/6/20 8/7/20 8/7/20 8/7/20 8/7/20 Filed 470 8/7/20
Allen Carter City Treasurer 7/20/20 8/4/20 8/6/20 8/4/20 8/4/20 N/A
Kirk Thomsen City Councilmember 7/31/20 withdrew

2016 Candidate/Committee Economic Disclosure Forms

Candidate, Position Nomination Papers Approved Candidate Statements Voluntary Spending Limits Form 410 Form 501 Form 460/470 Form 700
Douglas F. Crane,
  • City Council
7/22/16 Candidate Statement 8/10/16 Accepted No Submission Forthcoming 8/10/16 8/10/16 8/10/16
Allen Carter,
  • City Treasurer
8/2/16 No Submission Forthcoming 8/1/16 Accepted No Submission Forthcoming 8/2/16 8/2/16 8/2/16
Stephen G. Scalmanini,
  • City Council
8/10/16 8/11/16 Accepted 8/11/16 8/10/16 9/23/16 8/11/16
Mark Hilliker,
  • City Council
Withdrew Application
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