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Last updated at 4:45 p.m., November 5, 2024.
Alameda General Election 2024 Information
The General Election will be held November 5, 2024. The last day to register to vote for the General Election is October 21, 2024. Vote-by-mail ballots will start being sent out by October 7, 2024. Ballot drop-off locations will open on October 7, 2024 and vote-by-mail ballots must be postmarked on or before Election Day and received by November 12, 2024.
A full list of candidates running in the General Election will be made available from the CA Secretary of State website. The statewide Official Voter Information Guide is available online and is mailed to registered voters.
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Alameda Election 2024 News
Alameda General Election Update #4: Certified
On Alameda’s 2024 November Ballot
* indicates incumbent
U.S. President
Major Candidates:
- Kamala Harris, Democrat.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Independent.Campaign suspended.- Chase Oliver, Libertarian.
- Jill Stein, Green.
- Donald Trump, Republican.
- Cornell West, Independent.
U.S. Senator
This is a special vacancy election for the remainder of the current term for the office held by Dianne Feinstein before her death. Laphonza Butler was appointed by Governor Gavin Newsom to fill the seat until the November election. Its term of service will begin following the November 5 election and will end January 3, 2025.
Candidates:
- Steve Garvey, Republican.
- Adam B. Schiff, Democrat.
This position is for a regular six-year term, beginning January 3, 2025, and ending January 3, 2031.
Candidates:
- Steve Garvey, Republican.
- Adam B. Schiff, Democrat.
U.S. Congressional Representative
This seat is currently held by Barbara Lee-D, who did not run for reelection.
Candidates:
- Lateefah Simon, Democrat.
- Jennifer Tran, Democrat.
Alameda State Offices
This seat is currently held by Nancy Skinner-D, who has served for two terms and cannot run again.
Candidates:
- Jesse Arreguín, Democrat.
- Jovanka Beckles, Democrat.
Candidates:
- Mia Bonta,* Democrat.
- Andre Sandford, American Independent Party
Alameda Regional Offices
Alameda City Offices
City of Alameda Healthcare District (two seats)
- Jeff Cambra *
- Stewart Chen *
City of Alameda Auditor
- Kevin Kearney *
City of Alameda Treasurer
- Kevin Kennedy *
Ten Statewide Ballot Measures
CA Secretary of State Quick Reference Guide to Ballot Measures. [PDF]
Proposition 2
Authorizes Bonds for Public School and Community College Facilities. Legislative Statute.
A YES vote on this measure means: The state could borrow $10 billion to build new or renovate existing public school and community college facilities.
A NO vote on this measure means: The state could not borrow $10 billion to build new or renovate existing public school and community college facilities.
To get a better understanding of bond debt, see the Overview of State Bond Debt.
More Info: PDF HTML. Take the Quiz:
Proposition 3
Constitutional Right to Marriage. Legislative Constitutional Amendment.
A YES vote on this measure means: Language in the California Constitution would be updated to match who currently can marry. There would be no change in who can marry.
A NO vote on this measure means: Language in the California Constitution would not be changed. There would be no change in who can marry.
More Info: PDF HTML. Take the Quiz:
Proposition 4
Authorizes Bonds for Safe Drinking Water, Wildfire Prevention, and Protecting Communities and Natural Lands From Climate Risks. Legislative Statute.
A YES vote on this measure means: The state could borrow $10 billion to fund various activities aimed at conserving natural resources, as well as responding to the causes and effects of climate change.
A NO vote on this measure means: The state could not borrow $10 billion to fund various activities aimed at conserving natural resources, as well as responding to the causes and effects of climate change.
To get a better understanding of bond debt, see the Overview of State Bond Debt.
More Info: PDF HTML. Take the Quiz:
Proposition 5
Allows Local Bonds for Affordable Housing and Public Infrastructure With 55% Voter Approval. Legislative Constitutional Amendment.
A YES vote on this measure means: Certain local bonds and related property taxes could be approved with a 55 percent vote of the local electorate, rather than the current two-thirds approval requirement. These bonds would have to fund affordable housing, supportive housing, or public infrastructure.
A NO vote on this measure means: Certain local bonds and related property taxes would continue to need approval by a two-thirds vote of the local electorate.
More Info: PDF HTML. Take the Quiz:
Proposition 6
Eliminates Constitutional Provision Allowing Involuntary Servitude for Incarcerated Persons. Legislative Constitutional Amendment.
A YES vote on this measure means: Involuntary servitude would not be allowed as punishment for crime. State prisons would not be allowed to discipline people in prison who refuse to work.
A NO vote on this measure means: Involuntary servitude would continue to be allowed as punishment for crime.
Proposition 32
Raises Minimum Wage. Initiative Statute.
A YES vote on this measure means: The state minimum wage would be $18 per hour in 2026. After that, it would go up each year based on how fast prices are going up. A NO vote on this measure means: The state minimum wage likely would be about $17 per hour in 2026. After that, it would go up each year based on how fast prices are going up. More Info: PDF HTML. Take the Quiz:Proposition 33
Expands Local Governments’ Authority to Enact Rent Control on Residential Property. Initiative Statute.
A YES vote on this measure means: State law would not limit the kinds of rent control laws cities and counties could have. A NO vote on this measure means: State law would continue to limit the kinds of rent control laws cities and counties could have. More Info: PDF HTML. Take the Quiz:Proposition 34
Restricts Spending of Prescription Drug Revenues by Certain Health Care Providers. Initiative Statute.
A YES vote on this measure means: Certain health care entities would have to follow new rules about how they spend revenue they earn from a federal drug discount program. Breaking these rules would result in penalties (such as not being able to operate as a health care entity), generally for a ten-year period. A NO vote on this measure means: These new rules would not go into effect. More Info: PDF HTML. Take the Quiz:Proposition 35
Provides Permanent Funding for Medi-Cal Health Care Services. Initiative Statute.
A YES vote on this measure means: An existing state tax on health plans that provides funding for certain health programs would become permanent. New rules would direct how the state must use the revenue. A NO vote on this measure means: An existing state tax on health plans would end in 2027, unless the Legislature continues it. The new rules would not become law. More Info: PDF HTML. Take the Quiz:Proposition 36
Allows Felony Charges and Increases Sentences for Certain Drug and Theft Crimes. Initiative Statute.
A YES vote on this measure means: People convicted of certain drug or theft crimes could receive increased punishment, such as longer prison sentences. In certain cases, people who possess illegal drugs would be required to complete treatment or serve up to three years in prison. A NO vote on this measure means: Punishment for drug and theft crimes would remain the same. More Info: PDF HTML. Take the Quiz: Proposition information courtesy the California Legistature’s Nonpartisan Fiscal and Policy Advisor. Quizzes courtesy CalMatters.California General Election Information for November 5, 2024
The last day to register to vote in the November 5, 2024, Primary Election is October 21, 2024.
All California active registered voters will receive a vote-by-mail ballot. The Alameda County elections office will begin mailing ballots no later than October 7, 2024.
Alameda’s General Election ballot for 2024 will include:
- President of the United States
- U.S. Senate, Unfinished Short Term
- U.S. Senate, Full Term
- U.S. Representative for District 12
- CA State Senator for District 7
- CA State Assembly for District 18
- 10 statewide ballot measures
- EBMUD Director, Ward 5
- EBRPD District Director, Ward 4
- Alameda County District Attorney Recall
- Alameda City Council (two seats)
- Alameda Unified School District Governing Board (three seats)
The following races had the same number of candidates file as available offices. All the offices will be filled without appearing on the ballot.
- Alameda City Treasurer
- Alameda City Auditor
- Alameda Heath Care District (two seats)
You may return your ballot by mail in the included no-postage-necessary envelope (must be postmarked on or before Election Day and received by November 12), deposit it in a secure ballot drop box, or take it in person to a voting location or to the Alameda County elections office by 8 p.m. on November 5, 2024.
Same Day Registration is available after the February 20 deadline. Voters can “conditionally” register and vote a provisional ballot through March 5.
Make Sure Your Vote Counts
If you are not already registered to vote, visit RegisterToVote.ca.gov. Visit your Alameda County ROV Voter Profile to check your voter information, registration status, and polling place. The ROV also operates a 24-hour telephone hotline at 510-267-8683. If you register with the BallotTrax website, it will allow to track your ballot on its way to you and, once you have voted, to ensure your vote gets counted.
Where and how to vote in the California General Election
Once you have filled out your ballot, you may deposit it in any of the 24-hour drop boxes across Alameda County until the polls close at 8 p.m. on November 5, 2024. Alameda has three drop box locations that will be open starting Monday, October 7:
- City Hall, 2263 Santa Clara Ave.
- Bay Farm Island Library, 2331 Mecartney Rd.
- College of Alameda, 555 Ralph Appezzato Memorial Pkwy.
Accessibility: Voters who are disabled, hospitalized, or homebound may request help receiving, marking, and returning their ballots.
One vote center in the city of Alameda will allow early voting starting October 26, 2024, at Independence Plaza, 703 Atlantic Ave. The following Saturday, November 2, 2024, the county will open an additional five vote centers in the city:
- South Shore Center 2130 Otis Drive (near Office Max).
- College of Alameda 555 Ralph Appezzato Memorial Parkway.
- 1st Congregational Church of Alameda 1912 Central Ave.
- Bohol Circle Incorporated 1815 Union St.
- California Historical Radio Society 2152 Central Ave.
In the days leading up to November 5, voters may cast their ballots at any of these centers from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and may also register to vote, resolve any issues concerning ballots, or even receive a replacement ballot. The centers will be open from 7 a.m. until 8 p.m. on Tuesday, November 5, Election Day.
Alameda voters are not limited to depositing their completed ballots at locations in the City of Alameda; they also may choose to submit them at any of the locations in Alameda County listed on the ACVote.org website.
Visit the Alameda Post’s Resources page to see all of Alameda’s current elected officials and other Alameda information.
Local Candidates Who Filed For 2024 General Election
The official nomination process started July 15, 2024 and ended August 8, 2024 for candidates running for City offices that are on the November 5, 2024 ballot. The nomination period for other local offices ended August 9, except for those races where an incumbent has not yet filed. The extended nomination period for those races closed August 14, and the roster of candidates is now set.
Candidate marked with * is an incumbent. Candidate listed in bold qualified for the election.
Alameda City Council
Incumbent Malia Vella is ineligible for reelection. Incumbent Trish Herrera Spencer is eligible for reelection.
Candidate | Date Papers Pulled | Date Papers Filed |
|---|---|---|
Trish Herrera Spencer * | July 15, 2024 | August 7, 2024 |
Kareem S. Burney | July 15, 2024 | DNQ |
Ralph Walker | July 15, 2024 | DNQ |
Stephen Slauson | July 16, 2024 | July 29, 2024 |
Ryan LaLonde | July 17, 2024 | DNQ |
Thushan Amarasiriwardena | July 24, 2024 | August 8, 2024 |
Greg Boller | July 29, 2024 | August 6, 2024 |
Michele Pryor | July 30, 2024 | August 1, 2024 |
City of Alameda Auditor
Incumbent Kevin Kearney is eligible for reelection.
Candidate | Date Papers Pulled | Date Papers Filed |
|---|---|---|
Kevin Kearney * | July 24, 2024 | July 29, 2024 |
City of Alameda Treasurer
Incumbent Kevin Kennedy is eligible for reelection.
Candidate | Date Papers Pulled | Date Papers Filed |
|---|---|---|
Kevin Kennedy * | July 23, 2024 | July 29, 2024 |
City of Alameda Healthcare District
Incumbents Jeff Cambra and Stewart Chen are eligible for reelection.
Candidate | Date Papers Pulled | Date Papers Filed |
|---|---|---|
Stewart Chen * | July 17, 2024 | July 30, 2024 |
Jeff Cambra * | July 17, 2024 | August 6, 2024 |
AUSD Governing Board
Incumbents Heather Little, Margie Sherratt, and Jennifer Williams are eligible for reelection; Sherratt has stated she will not seek reelection. The nomination period was extended because an incumbent did not file papers within the regular nomination period.
Candidate | Date Papers Pulled | Date Papers Filed |
|---|---|---|
Joyce Boyd | July 15, 2024 | July 30, 2024 |
Heather Little * | July 18, 2024 | July 18, 2024 |
Jennifer Williams * | July 22, 2024 | August 5, 2024 |
Meleah Hall | August 14, 2024 | August 14, 2024 |
East Bay Municipal Utility District, Ward 5
Incumbent Doug Linney has stated he will not seek reelection. The nomination period was extended because the incumbent did not file papers within the regular nomination period.
Candidate | Date Papers Pulled | Date Papers Filed |
|---|---|---|
Jim Oddie | July 17, 2024 | August 2, 2024 |
John E. Lewis | August 8, 2024 | August 9, 2024 |
Alex Spehr | August 14, 2024 | August 14, 2024 |
East Bay Regional Park District, Ward 4
Incumbent Ellen Corbett stated she would not seek reelection, and subsequently passed away August 9, 2024. The nomination period was extended because the incumbent did not file papers within the regular nomination period.
Candidate | Date Papers Pulled | Date Papers Filed |
|---|---|---|
Taryn Edwards | July 15, 2024 | August 5, 2024 |
Luana España | July 17, 2024 | July 26, 2024 |
Susan Gonzales | July 16, 2024 | July 16, 2024 |
Hannah Groce | August 13, 2024 | DNQ |
Corina Lopez | August 5, 2024 | Withdrawn |
Tim McMahon | August 13, 2024 | August 13, 2024 |