Scotts Valley

Theresa Ann Bond believes her work as a school board trustee and for the state Department of Public Health and her devotion to the community make her an ideal candidate for the Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors. She says she has been a tireless advocate and someone willing to work seven days a week to get the job done.

Christopher Bradford says he is a listener whose grassroots campaign is hitting a nerve with people in District 5. Bradford lost his home in the CZU Lightning Complex fires and believes the county has been too slow to rebuild. He promises to have an office that “supports conversations” and transparency.

Monica Martinez sees herself as a change agent. She believes Santa Cruz County needs leaders who show courage to shake up the system. She wants to lessen the red tape in our county’s bureaucracy to better attack climate-related disasters, income inequality, aging infrastructure and the rising cost of living.

Tom Decker believes his experience as a builder of affordable homes and his commitment to family and service make him an ideal candidate for District 5 supervisor.