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Redlands budget cuts, District 1 candidates + Voting Matters
Redlands News | September 24, 2026
General Election: Nov. 3, 2026
Redlands voters will decide several local races in the Nov. 3, 2026 General Election, including seats on the Redlands City Council and Redlands Unified School District Board of Education.
Redlands Votes 2026 is Community Forward Redlands’ guide to the 2026 election for Redlands voters. Find information about the candidates, statewide elections, how to register and vote, and our latest election reporting.
This guide will be updated throughout the election season.
Join CalMatters and CFR at Redlands Public Market: Monday, Sept. 28
Community Forward Redlands and CalMatters are bringing election coverage off the page. Join us for a community event to learn more about what’s on the November ballot, meet other local voters and readers, and get ready for Election Day.
CalMatters journalist Dan Hu will break down the 14 state propositions on the November ballot, explaining what voters are being asked to decide and what the measures could mean for Californians.
Community Forward Redlands will also share information about local races.
Bring your questions and join us for an informative, nonpartisan conversation about the choices voters will make this fall.
The first 30 voters receive a $20 Redlands Public Market gift card.
Future voters welcome!
Advance registration is appreciated.
Monday, Sept. 28 | 6-8 p.m. | Redlands Public Market
Register here
Redlands Local Races
City Council
What's the job: The Redlands City Council is responsible for setting policy priorities, passing ordinances, shaping the city's long-term vision and representing the community's interests. The council also oversees municipal services and the city budget and directs the city manager, who oversees day-to-day operations.
Who's on City Council: The City Council is made up of five representatives, each elected to represent one of the city's districts.
When do they meet: City Council meetings are held on the first and third Tuesday of each month. More information on the role of the City Council is here.
On the ballot: Redlands City Council seats for Districts 1, 3 and 5 are up for election on Nov. 3, 2026. In this election, the races for Districts 3 and 5 are uncontested.
Candidates
District 1
- Andrew Hoder
- Denise Davis (Incumbent)
- Douglas Gonzales
Read questionnaire responses from Denise Davis and Doug Gonzales and compare their positions, backgrounds and campaign finances ahead of the Nov. 3 election:
Here’s who’s running for Redlands City Council - District 1
Three candidates are competing to represent District 1 on the Redlands City Council. Here’s what they say about their priorities and the issues facing the city.
CFR News Desk
Only voters who reside within these districts will see City Council candidates on their ballots. Click on the map below to search for your address.
School Board
What's the job: The Redlands Unified School District Board of Education sets policies, oversees the district budget and works with the superintendent to guide the direction of local schools. Board members represent students, families and the community while helping ensure schools meet state and federal requirements.
According to the district, board priorities include academic achievement, fiscal responsibility, attracting and retaining quality employees, and creating opportunities for all students to participate fully.
When do they meet: School board meetings are held on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. in the RUSD Boardroom.
Who's on the School Board: The RUSD School Board is made up of five trustees, each elected by voters in one of the district's five trustee areas. Candidates must live in the trustee area where they are running. Board members serve four-year terms.
On the ballot: Redlands Unified School District Board of Education seats for Trustee Areas 1 and 2 are up for election on Nov. 3, 2026.
Candidates
Area 1
- Dale Broome
- Patty Holohan (Incumbent)
Compare Patty Holohan and Dale Broome on the issues, campaign finances and endorsements ahead of the Nov. 3 election:
Here’s who’s running for Redlands Unified school board Area 1
Compare Patty Holohan and Dale Broome on the issues, campaign finances and endorsements ahead of the Nov. 3 election.
CFR News Desk
Area 2
- Ryan Schavrien
- Tiara Richardson
- Maria Montes
Compare Ryan Schavrien, Tiara Richardson and Maria Montes on the issues, campaign finances and endorsements ahead of the Nov. 3 election:
Here’s who’s running for Redlands Unified school board Area 2
Compare Ryan Schavrien, Tiara Richardson and Maria Montes on the issues, campaign finances and endorsements ahead of the Nov. 3 election.
CFR News Desk
Only voters who reside within Trustee Areas 1 and 2 will see School Board candidates on their ballots. Click on the map below to search for your address.
San Bernardino County Races
- San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools: Cali Binks and Alejandro “Alex” Vara face off in the November runoff for the county’s top education post. Vara previously served on the Redlands Unified school board.
- Measure I — Transportation sales tax: County voters will decide whether to extend San Bernardino County’s existing half-cent sales tax for transportation projects, including roads, highways and public transit. The measure requires two-thirds approval.
California
Statewide Races
California voters will also decide several statewide offices in the Nov. 3 General Election, including governor and other constitutional offices. Visit the CalMatters 2026 Voter Guide for nonpartisan information about the candidates, key issues and statewide races on your ballot.
Explore the CalMatters 2026 Voter Guide →
Governor | Lieutenant Governor | Attorney General | Secretary of State | State Controller | State Treasurer | Insurance Commissioner | Superintendent of Public Instruction | State Board of Equalization
California Propositions
California voters will decide 14 statewide propositions in the Nov. 3 election, covering issues including taxes, housing, health care, voter identification and environmental review.
For help understanding what each measure would do, Community Forward Redlands has partnered with CalMatters to connect Redlands voters with its nonpartisan 2026 Voter Guide. The guide breaks down each proposition and the arguments for and against it, with interactive quizzes to help voters learn more about what’s on the ballot.
Explore the CalMatters 2026 Proposition Guide →
Propositions
Californians will vote on 14 ballot propositions in the November 2026 election, including ones to tax billionaires, require voter ID and speed housing construction.
The billionaire tax could be defeated by two other tax measures. Here’s how
Recent polling shows voters narrowly support Prop. 40 — the billionaire tax — and two measures designed to kill it.
CalMatters
How to Vote
Register or check registration
The deadline to register to vote online or by mail for the Nov. 3 General Election is Oct. 19, 2026.
Pre-register to vote
Eligible Californians ages 16 and 17 can pre-register to vote. Their registration will automatically become active when they turn 18.
When will ballots arrive?
Mail ballots will begin going out on Monday, Oct. 5.
Once ballots are mailed, Redlands Votes will be updated with ballot drop-box and in-person voting locations.
Results
June 2, 2026 Primary Election Results
June 2 Primary Results
From Governor to local representatives - find results from the June 2, 2026 California Primary Election here.
CFR News Desk
General Election Day: November 3, 2026
Check back for live results on election night.
Note: This page is a living guide and will be updated throughout the 2026 election season with additional candidate information, voter resources and election coverage.