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Cathy Darling Allen Shasta County Clerk Registrar of Voters

Dear Voter,

Welcome to the official information guide for the Presidential Primary Election to be held March 3rd, 2020.

This election is different from all the other elections in a regular four year cycle of elections. In every other election in the cycle in California, all voters get the same ballot, and can choose from lists of the same candidates. In this election (for President only), registered party members (you, the voters) are electing the person they want to be on the November General Election ballot. Because this is an election conducted for the parties, the parties make the rules.

Our office has prepared this guide, and others like it, to help all our voters make educated choices. We are required by law to send it to you.

This guide has information about this election and any paid candidate statements filed in our county.

Polling places have changed from those used in 2018 and 2019.

Please check the back cover to make sure you are going to the right place on Election Day.

If you vote by mail, you will notice that the return postage is paid on your vote by mail ballot envelope. Postage is expensive. Please help us save local tax dollars by using an official ballot drop box. A list of drop box locations is in this guide.

We hope the information in this booklet will help you make an informed decision.

If you were expecting information about different candidates than the ones you see in this guide, please call us, or see the information on page 7 about getting another ballot, or even changing your party registration (if that’s necessary). The law has changed, and so every voter should be able to cast a ballot for the presidential candidate they want to – even if you decide at the last minute.

If you or a family member have a change in your voter registration information, they can still vote. This is true even if they have forgotten to register at all. Any eligible citizen can register and vote up to and including Election Day – even if they’ve missed the deadline. This is a new law in California. Please feel free to contact us at the number below for more information.

Please call us at (530) 225-5730 if you have questions. You can check the website for information at ShastaVotes.org.

There are lots of ways to participate in the community we live in. We think voting is one of the most important. Thank you.

Cathy Darling Allen What’s in This Guide?

Information on Voting

Voter Bill of Rights 3

Census 2020: What You Need to Know 4

3 Ways to Vote 5

How Voting Works in a Primary Election 6

Get the Ballot You Want 7

Voting at the Polls 8

Voting Early or Voting by Mail 9

Drop Box Locations 10

Accessible Voting 12

Language Assistance 13

Information About the Ballot

Political Party Endorsements 14

About the Candidate 14

Paid Candidate Statements 16

Measure A 22

Sample Ballot 28

Poll Worker Application 39

Vote by Mail Application Back Cover

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Voter Bill of Rights You have the following rights: 1. The right to vote if you are a registered voter. You are eligible to vote if you are: • a U.S. citizen living in California • at least 18 years old • registered where you currently live • not currently in state or federal prison or on parole for the conviction of a felony • not currently found mentally incompetent to vote by a court 2. The right to vote if you are a registered voter even if your name is not on the list. You will vote using a provisional ballot. Your vote will be counted if election officials determine that you are eligible to vote.

3. The right to vote if you are still in line when the polls close. 4. The right to cast a secret ballot without anyone bothering you or telling you how to vote.

5. The right to get a new ballot if you have made a mistake, if you have not already cast your ballot. You can: Ask an elections official at a polling place for a new ballot, Exchange your vote by mail ballot for a new one at an elections office or at your polling place, or Vote using a provisional ballot. 6. The right to get help casting your ballot from anyone you choose, except from your employer or union representative.

7. The right to drop off your completed vote by mail ballot at any polling place in California.

8. The right to get election materials in a language other than English if enough people in your voting precinct speak that language.

9. The right to ask questions to elections officials about election procedures and watch the election process. If the person you ask cannot answer your questions, they must send you to the right person for an answer. If you are disruptive, they can stop answering you.

10. The right to report any illegal or fraudulent election activity to an elections official or to the Secretary of State’s office. If you believe you have been denied any of these rights, call the Secretary of State’s confidential toll-free Voter Hotline at (800) 345-VOTE (8683). On the web at www.sos.ca.gov By phone at (800) 345-VOTE (8683) By email at [email protected]

Presidential Primary Election · March 3, 2020 · 3 Census 2020: What You Need to Know

The 2020 Census is closer than you think! Here’s a quick review of what it is and why it’s important that everyone is counted.

What is it? The census is a process of counting every person living in the Unites States. The first census took place in 1790. The U.S. Constitution mandates that everyone in the country be counted every 10 years.

What is it used for? Representation: Every 10 years, the results of the census are used to determine how many seats each state gets in the House of Representatives. This determines how many electoral college votes each state gets as well.

Money: The results of the census also help with deciding the distribution of more than $800 billion in federal funds and grants to be spent locally on schools, hospitals, roads, public works and other vital programs.

Boundaries: After every census, state officials redraw the boundaries of the congressional and state legislative districts in their states to account for change in population.

Your privacy Your privacy is protected. It’s against the law for the Census Bureau to publicly release your responses in any way that could identify you or your household. By law, the Census Bureau cannot share your answers with any other local, state or federal government agency.

How you can get involved Get counted! It will be easier than ever. You will be able to respond to the census online, by paper questionnaire, by telephone or in person.

Find out more at: www.ShastaCensus2020.com

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3 Ways to Vote Vote by mail Request a vote by mail ballot by February 25. Most voters already have a vote by mail ballot on the way to them. Check the back cover of this guide to see if you are already getting a ballot mailed to you. You can request a vote by mail ballot by using the application on the back cover of this guide, online, over the phone, or by visiting our office. Return it to any drop box location, at any polling place on Election Day, or return it by mail. Your ballots must be postmarked or delivered to a polling place by March 3.

Vote early in person You may vote early at the elections office Monday – Friday, 8 am to 5 pm starting February 3 – March 2 Saturday, February 29 from 9am to 3pm, and Election Day, March 3 from 7am to 8pm.

Location Shasta County Elections 1643 Market Street, Redding

Vote at the polls in person Polls are open on Election Day March 3, from 7am to 8pm. If you normally vote at a polling place, the location of your polling place is printed on the back cover of this guide. Or, you can look up your polling place:

• On the web: ShastaVotes.org • Call the Elections Office at 530-225-5730.

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How Voting Works in a Primary Election

In a primary election voters choose the candidates who will appear on the ballot in the General Election, November 3, 2020. There are three different categories of offices that are voted on in this election. You will see them on your ballot as Party Nominated Offices, Voter Nominated Offices, and Nonpartisan Offices. Each of these offices has their own rules. Below is a list of the offices, the contests included, their rules and what results would mean.

Party-Nominated Offices Contests Include: • President Rules: Voters must be registered with the candidate’s political party in order to vote for them. The American Independent, Democratic and Libertarian parties allow voters who registered with No Party Preference (Nonpartisan) to vote in their primary without reregistering.

Results: The winning candidate for each political party will represent that party in the General Election.

Voter-Nominated Offices Contests Include: • United States Representative • State Senate • State Assembly Rules: All voters can vote for any candidate running for these offices. Results: The top two candidates with the most votes will appear on the ballot in the General Election, November 3, 2020. The top two candidates may have the same party preference.

Nonpartisan Offices Contests Include: • County Supervisor Rules: All voters can vote for any candidate running for these offices. Results: Candidates who receive at least 50% plus 1 vote are elected. Or, if no candidate wins, the two candidates with the most votes move on to the General Election.

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Get the Ballot You Want

In a Presidential Primary Election, registered voters of political parties vote for the presidential candidate that will represent them in the General Election. If we don’t hear from you, you will automatically receive a ballot for the party you are registered with. Voters registered as No Party Preference will receive a ballot that has no presidential candidates on it. Tell us what you want Is the presidential candidate you want to vote for not going to be on your ballot? Below is the list of options available to you based on your registration. Not sure how you are registered to vote? Look on the back cover of this book.

Voters Registered with a Party If you want to vote for a presidential candidate from a different party, you must re- register with that party.

No Party Preference Voter If you want • American Independent Make your • Phone • Online a ballot for: • Democratic request by: • Fax • Mail (use the • Libertarian • Email postcard on the back of this guide) Requesting one of these party ballots listed above will not change your party affiliation.

If you want • Green Make your You must re-register with a ballot for: • Peace & Freedom request by: that party. • Republican

Voter-Registration Deadlines You can reregister using any of the methods listed below. Each of the registration methods have a deadline that pertains to this election. • By mail, using a voter registration card; mail by February 18 • Online at RegisterToVote.ca.gov; register by February 18 • In the Elections Office; before March 3 at 8:00 pm • At your polling place (shown on the back of this guide), March 3 from 7 am to 8 pm Re-registering with a different party will permanently change your party affiliation/registration. You can re-register and change your party affiliation as often as you would like.

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Locate your polling place If you normally vote at a polling place, the location of your polling place is printed on the back cover of this guide.

You can also visit Shasta County Elections website: ShastaVotes.org Call the Shasta County Elections office: 530-225-5730

At the polling place

Sign roster Mark ballot Place ballot in secrecy sleeve Cast ballot

How to mark your ballot • Your sample ballot is at the end of this guide. It can be used as a practice ballot to take with you to your polling place to help you remember your choices.

• Fill in the oval that is next to your choice. • Check your ballot carefully. If you make a mistake, ask a poll worker for a new ballot. You may only do this 2 times.

Casting your ballot • After you have marked your ballot, place the ballot in the secrecy sleeve provided to you by the poll worker.

• Take your ballot to the scanner and insert it.

o If you made a mistake, such as voting for too many candidates, the scanner will eject your ballot so you can correct it.

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Voting Early or Voting by Mail

You can vote before Election Day You can come into the Elections Department from February 3– March 3 and request a ballot or bring your vote by mail ballot to our office and cast your vote in an early vote scanner. If you are registered as a vote by mail voter, your ballot will be mailed to you. Check the back cover to see your status.

Mark ballot Sign and seal envelope Cast ballot OR Drop ballot OR Mail ballot How to get a vote by mail ballot You must request a vote by mail ballot by February 25. You can: • Use the application on the back of this guide. • Request a ballot at: ShastaVotes.org. • Request a ballot over the phone. • Request a ballot by visiting our office. How to return your vote by mail ballot Mark your ballot. Then follow the instructions included with your ballot to sign and seal your envelope. You can: • Bring your ballot to our office and cast your vote in an early vote scanner. • Drop off your ballot at any Official Drop Box location, before 8pm March 3. • Drop off your ballot on Election Day at any polling place in Shasta County. • Mail your ballot, so that is postmarked by Election Day, March 3. Drop Box Locations You can help save local tax dollars by returning your ballot to any of the nine Shasta County Official Ballot Drop Box locations.

The drop boxes located at Holiday Market and SavMor are available during normal store hours from February 3 through March 2. On March 3, Election Day, boxes close at 8pm. The permanent drop boxes located throughout the county are open 24 hours a day. All drop boxes close at 8pm on March 3. The following page includes a list of all drop boxes, and their locations.

Presidential Primary Election · March 3, 2020 · 9 Staffed Drop Box Locations

Holiday Market Holiday Market SavMor 3315 Placer Street, 9350 Deschutes Road, 6536 Westside Road, Redding Palo Cedro Redding Open 6am-11pm Open 6am-11pm Open 7am-10pm Holiday Market Holiday Market 2455 Hartnell Avenue, 20635 Gaspoint Road, Redding Cottonwood Open 6am-10pm Open 6am-11pm 24 Hour Drop Box Locations

The following drop boxes are open 24 hours a day until 8pm Election Day. Shasta County Elections Office 1643 Market Street, Redding Look under the green awning at the south end of the Market Street

Promenade. Redding City Hall 777 Cypress Avenue, Redding Look in front of the building, next to the Utility Payment Drop Box.

Anderson City Hall 1887 Howard Street, Anderson Look in front of the building, near the corner of Howard and Silver streets.

Shasta Lake Visitor Center Visitor 1525 Median Avenue, Center Shasta Lake Look in front of the building, next to the main entrance.

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Track Your Ballot

Know where your vote by mail ballot is every step of the way.

From the time it’s printed to the time we receive it for tabulation.

Complete a simple registration and choose to receive notifications by text (SMS), email or phone call.

Go to ShastaVotes.com or you can also register by calling our office at 530-225-5730.

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From Home You can now vote from home on a computer or smart phone using Remote Accessible Vote By Mail (RAVBM). RAVBM allows you to mark your ballot electronically then print it and submit it by fax. Contact our office for more information or go online to ShastaVotes.org. At the polling place To check polling place accessibility, look for the wheelchair symbol on the back cover of this guide. In some polling places, temporary thresholds, ramps, signage, cones, and door props are used to improve access to the facility. Curbside voting If your polling place is not accessible, you may vote from a nearby accessible location, including a car. A poll worker will qualify you to vote and return the voted ballot to the polling place. To request curbside voting assistance, you can: • Call in advance to coordinate a time and place. • Have an assistant make the request inside the polling place. Accessible voting system Each polling place in the county has a touch screen voting system with the following: • An audio option that reads the ballot to you • A universal plug for a personal assistive device • Large print (24 point) Voting information Audio versions of the candidate statements are available on request. The recordings are available approximately four weeks before the election. Additional options Please contact the Elections Office in advance to arrange for these options: • A ride to your polling place • A ballot delivered to your home and returned to the Elections Office How to request assistance Disability Rights of California CA Secretary of State 1-888-569-7955 916-657-2166 Shasta County Registrar of Voters 800-345-8683 530-225-5730 TTY/TDD CA Relay 1-800-833-8683 711 or 800-735-2922

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Language Assistance

The following election materials will be translated and available in Spanish for voters who need language assistance: • A copy of the ballot • Voting Instructions • Voter Bill of Rights All Shasta County polling places provide a Spanish translation. A list of polling places and their locations can be found at ShastaVotes.org. Requesting a facsimile ballot You may request a Spanish facsimile ballot be mailed or emailed to you by contacting the elections office via mail, telephone, or email. Voting assistance As a voter, you may bring up to two individuals to your polling place to help you cast your ballot. Those individuals cannot represent your employer or your union. Background California law requires the Secretary of State to identify which precincts have 3% or more of the voting-age residents who are members of a single language minority and lack sufficient skills in English to vote without assistance.

Asistencia Lingüística

Los siguientes materiales electorales a continuación serán traducidos y estarán disponibles en español para los votantes que necesiten asistencia con el idioma:

• Copia de la boleta electoral • Instrucciones para votar • Carta de Derechos del Votante Todos los lugares de votación del Condado de Shasta ofrecen una traducción al español. Puede encontrar una lista de los lugares de votación y la ubicación de cada uno en ShastaVotes.org Cómo solicitar una copia de la boleta electoral Puede usted solicitar que le envíen por correspondencia o correo electrónico una copia en español de la boleta electoral comunicándose con la oficina de elecciones por correo, teléfono o correo electrónico. Asistencia para votar Como votante, puede usted ir a su lugar de votación acompañado hasta de dos personas para que le ayuden a emitir su voto, siempre que estas no representen a su empleador ni a su sindicato.

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Political Party Endorsements

Political parties have the option of submitting candidate endorsements for printing in this book. Not all parties participate and parties may endorse any candidate even from another political party. The candidate’s party preference does not necessarily mean that they have that political party’s endorsement. The Green, Libertarian and Peace & Freedom parties did not endorse any candidates in our area. Office American Independent Republican Democratic U.S. Representative, Doug LaMalfa Doug LaMalfa Audrey Denney District 1 State Senate, Brian Dahle District 1 State Assembly, Megan Dahle Elizabeth Betancourt District 1

About the Candidate

Who is running for office? A complete list of the candidates on your ballot, their contact information and campaign financial disclosure statements are available online:

Local candidates: ShastaVotes.org Statewide candidates: sos.ca.gov

Candidate Statements Candidates running for US Representative, State Senate, State Assembly and nonpartisan local offices, may buy space for a candidate statement in this guide. Some candidates choose not to buy space for a statement. Statements are printed in the random alpha order conducted by elections officials and are printed exactly as submitted, including errors.

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About the Candidate

Candidates Accepting Campaign Spending Limits In 2000, voters passed Proposition 34. This law requires listing the names of candidates who agree to campaign spending limits. This law only applies to candidates running for statewide office, the State Senate and the State Assembly. Candidates who agree to the campaign spending limits are allowed to pay for and publish a candidate’s statement of qualifications in this guide. The following state legislative candidates have accepted the voluntary campaign spending limits.

State Senate, District 1 State Assembly, District 1 Brian Dahle Megan Dahle Linda Kelleher * PK “Paul” Dhanuka Pamela Dawn Swartz * Elizabeth Betancourt

*These candidates chose not to pay for a candidate statement to be published in the Shasta County Voter Information Guide.

Notice:

• Candidates have the option to prepare and pay for a statement to be printed in this guide. • A complete list of candidates can be found on the Sample Ballot in this guide. • Statements are printed in the random alpha order conducted by elections officials.

Presidential Primary Election · March 3, 2020 · 15 Paid Candidate Statements Candidates have the option to prepare and pay for a statement to be printed in this guide. A complete list of candidates can be found on the Sample Ballot in this guide. Statements are printed in the random alpha order conducted by elections officials.

Representative in Congress, District 1

Doug LaMalfa Occupation: Farmer/Member, United States House of Representatives Age: 59 Northern California has shown its strength through major disasters and near misses. Decades of poor forest management, plus misguided federal and state policies have hurt us and our electricity grid. But, in these tough times our citizens came together to support each other in crisis and recovery. I’ve worked across party lines to ensure the full support of the federal government to support post- Camp and Carr fires, with nearly $3 billion in recovery efforts for firefighting, infrastructure restoration, home site cleaning, and census restructuring that brought additional aid. With all of the divisions in Washington, I’ve kept the focus on our recovery and working to prevent future catastrophic wildfires. I passed a law to speed up the bureaucratic delays to clear near power lines. It’s ridiculous that our power is cut when the wind blows because utilities have neglected, or been delayed, from working to harden the grid. This work must be expedited so Northern California can be fire-safe, thereby making insurance available and affordable again. We must stop the hardships of power outages. California should be leading, not acting like a third world country. I will continue to bring common sense to government including reducing out of control regulations that stifle our way of life. We must bring jobs and opportunities home, thin our overgrown forests to improve the economy, the environment and prevent wildfire, while delivering on the promise of more Northern California water. I'd be honored to receive your vote. Thank you. www.DougLaMalfa.com or call 530-712-3675.

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Paid Candidate Statements Candidates have the option to prepare and pay for a statement to be printed in this guide. A complete list of candidates can be found on the Sample Ballot in this guide. Statements are printed in the random alpha order conducted by elections officials.

Representative in Congress, District 1

Audrey Denney Occupation: Agricultural Educator I am running for Congress with a single vision in mind: to make our government work more effectively to improve the lives of the residents of California’s 1st District. The issues that concern you—that affect your day-to-day well-being—are the foundation of my campaign. When you send me to Washington, DC, every decision I make will be focused on the people who call this region home. I will not be controlled by special-interest groups or political machines. I will not accept corporate PAC money. I will carry with me and embrace our shared North State values and vision, and I will act with integrity in service to our communities. I will fight to make sure that the needs of all are met, because you deserve a leader who truly represents you. My priorities include building a strong rural healthcare system. Ensuring opportunities in career and technical education. Protecting benefits for seniors and veterans. And doing everything humanly possible to safeguard our communities against wildfires. I believe in a country where we are not defined as Republicans or Democrats, but as Americans. Where people are more important than politics. Where everyone—regardless of skin color, wealth, or beliefs—is respected as inherently equal. This is our country. This is our district. And our voices are as important as any in the nation. As your representative, I will do everything in my power to ensure that they are heard. For more: www.audreyforcongress.com

Presidential Primary Election · March 3, 2020 · 17 Paid Candidate Statements Candidates have the option to prepare and pay for a statement to be printed in this guide. A complete list of candidates can be found on the Sample Ballot in this guide. Statements are printed in the random alpha order conducted by elections officials.

State Senate, District 1

Brian Dahle Occupation: Senator/Farmer/Businessman Age: 54 I am a small business owner and citizen legislator who fights the special interests and political elites to build a better future for Shasta County. I helped defeat $29 billion in new taxes and kept property taxes down by protecting Prop 13 so you can keep more of your hard-earned money. Passed bipartisan legislation to prevent gouging of hospital patients with surprise out-of-network bills. We improved access to preventative care and made pharmaceutical companies more accountable for rising drug prices, driving down the price of healthcare. I held agencies accountable for wildfires. Working to prevent future wildfire disasters by giving firefighters more support and new rules for better forest management. I’m pushing to fix our electrical grid so that Californians will have more reliable power. That won’t be easy, but count on me to lead the fight to ensure Shasta County residents have reliable electricity. As your Senator, I will continue working across party lines to help Shasta County’s taxpayers, schools, small businesses and the tourism industry. Secured funding for career technical education and after-school programs to help students find good-paying jobs. Passed legislation to fund better rural internet to improve service across Shasta County. My record earned me 100% ratings from the California Taxpayers Association and California Police Chiefs Association. Shasta County public officials, law enforcement, business and Ag leaders support my campaign. I hope you will as well. Please call me personally at (530) 251-3888 or visit www.briandahle.com.

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State Assembly, District 1

Megan Dahle Occupation: Assemblywoman/Farmer/Businesswoman Age: 44 The Sacramento politicians have too often forgotten the North State. Send me to the State Assembly and I’ll make Shasta County’s voice heard. Keeping the power on is essential for families and businesses and I’m working to solve the tough problems associated with fixing the electrical grid. Improving forestry management, clearing excess fuel and ensuring power lines are properly maintained will prevent more catastrophic wildfires. Helping wildfire victims recover from the Carr and Mountain Fires is the right thing to do for our neighbors. Increasing above ground water storage will ensure farms and families get the water needed while protecting our watersheds. It costs too much to live in California. Reducing the cost of health care, making prescription drugs more affordable, keeping taxes down and protecting our communities from crime will be my top priorities. As a former School Board President, I balanced the budget. In the Assembly, I’ll work to ensure students have a safe learning environment, the skills needed to succeed in tomorrow’s economy and fight for parental rights. Please join local community leaders, and public safety professionals to support my efforts to stand up for the North State. With your support, I’ll continue efforts to cut government waste, make California more affordable, reduce health care costs, keep taxes down, and bring common sense solutions to the problems we face. We are stronger together. If you have questions, please call me at (530) 251-6757 or visit www.votemegandahle.com. I’d be honored to have your vote.

Presidential Primary Election · March 3, 2020 · 19 Paid Candidate Statements Candidates have the option to prepare and pay for a statement to be printed in this guide. A complete list of candidates can be found on the Sample Ballot in this guide. Statements are printed in the random alpha order conducted by elections officials.

State Assembly, District 1

PK “Paul” Dhanuka Occupation: Doctor/Small Businessman Age: 45 Sacramento has failed the Northstate, leaving us vulnerable to wildfires, strangling any hope of economic opportunity with burdensome regulations and taxes, and not only overlooking homelessness for years, but making the problem worse with bad policies! My name is Dr. Piyush Dhanuka, but you can call me Paul. I am a physician and currently serve as Chief of Medical Staff at Mercy Medical Center. I immigrated from India 23 years ago, became a citizen, and moved to Redding 14 years ago with my wife, also a physician, and our children. It’s possible that you and I have met as we have helped care for over 100,000 people in our area. People need help, but more than that they need opportunity. As a predominantly rural district under a two-party system, our interests are often overlooked in favor of the party line that divides and distracts us from our real needs. We must return control of our lives back to those who know best: the people of the Northstate. That’s why I am running as an Independent for Assembly: because it is time for our community to be united by a non-partisan candidate who is passionate about the Constitution’s protection of the natural rights of each individual. I’ll work to solve homelessness, reduce healthcare costs, fight for the resources we need to protect against wildfires, and bring jobs and training to our community. I humbly ask for your vote and support. Thank you. Dr. PK “Paul” Dhanuka www.Dhanuka2020.com

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State Assembly, District 1

Elizabeth L Betancourt Occupation: Small Business Owner/Farmer/Rural Advocate Age: 40 If you're like me and my husband, you believe it's time for Sacramento to pay attention to our North State needs. We own a small farm and understand what goes into making a small business work and the failure of Sacramento's one size-fits-all approach. I'm also a rural scientist with extensive experience in forest and landscape management, balancing ecosystem health and economic stability. Our part of the state has been neglected by institutional politicians and the corporate interests that support them...that's why I'm a tireless advocate for our North State communities. There's a lot on the line this year, and your vote makes a real difference for our region. I live here, work here, and have spent nearly 20 years advocating for investment in our North State communities. I will work for locally-driven responsible water policy, regulations fair to the North State, science-based forest management and investment, and real rural economic development and small businesses support. The government has ignored us. Even our own elected officials disappear into Sacramento and only return when they want our votes. I'm not a politician...I say what I mean and I mean what I say. I believe trust and leadership should be earned, not inherited. I commit to be a real and active presence responsive to your regional concerns and needs. I have shown this commitment through years of service in this area and will continue to do so as your next Assemblymember. On March 3rd, I'd like the opportunity to earn your vote. www.BetancourtForAssembly.com

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Shasta County Public Safety Transactions and Use A Tax Ballot Question Shall Measure A (the Shasta County Public Safety Transactions and Use Tax Ordinance) be adopted? To provide approximately $31,000,000 annually for the specific public safety purposes of (1) providing funding for County jail facilities, operations, programs, and services, including medication assisted treatment and rehabilitation programs while in custody and also after release, and alternatives to County jail incarceration, (2) providing funding for law enforcement and emergency services (including fire protection) in the unincorporated area of Shasta County and in the Cities of Redding, Anderson, and Shasta Lake, (3) providing funding for criminal prosecutions by the District Attorney, for criminal defense by the Public Defender, and for the duties of Probation as they relate to adult offenders, the measure allows the County of Shasta to enact a one percent (1%) transactions and use tax throughout the entire county. The measure creates an Oversight Committee and an annual audit requirement detailing how the funds have been spent. The tax will be in effect until reduced or repealed by the Board of Supervisors by a 4/5 vote. What your vote means YES NO

A “Yes” Vote means that a 1% transactions A “No” Vote means that a 1% transactions and use tax (commonly known as a “sales and use tax (commonly known as a “sales tax”) will be established in the unincorporated tax”) will not be established in the area of Shasta County and in the Cities of unincorporated area of Shasta County and in Redding, Anderson, and Shasta Lake. By law the Cities of Redding, Anderson, and Shasta the proceeds must be used only for specific Lake. Tax monies would not be generated to purposes, including jail construction and fund specific purposes, including jail operations, inmate rehabilitation programs, construction and operations, inmate law enforcement and emergency services in rehabilitation programs, law enforcement and the unincorporated area of the County and in emergency services in the unincorporated the cities, and criminal justice. area of the County and in the cities, and criminal justice. For and against Measure A FOR Leonard Moty, Chairman, Board of Supervisors, County of Shasta Joe Chimenti, District 1 Supervisor, Board of Supervisors, County of Shasta Mary Rickert, District 3 Supervisor, Board of Supervisors, County of Shasta Steve Morgan, District 4 Supervisor, Board of Supervisors, County of Shasta Les Baugh, District 5 Supervisor, Board of Supervisors, County of Shasta AGAINST Russell K. Hunt

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Local Ballot Measure: A Impartial Analysis of Measure A Measure A, placed on the ballot by the Shasta County Board of Supervisors, is an ordinance that would establish a 1% transactions and use tax in the unincorporated area of Shasta County and in the Cities of Redding, Anderson, and Shasta Lake. A transactions and use tax is commonly referred to as a “sales tax” and operates in the same manner as a sales tax. The tax is a special tax for specific public safety purposes. By law, the proceeds from the tax must be used only for the purposes outlined in the ordinance. After payment of the expenses incurred in administering the tax, the tax proceeds must be used to fund specific programs identified in the ordinance’s Expenditure Plan. Those specific programs are summarized as follows: Construction, renovation, repair, and maintenance of existing and future County jail facilities, as well as County jail operations and services, and alternatives to County jail incarceration. This includes payment of bonds issued to finance jail construction and other jail related capital assets. Medication assisted treatment and rehabilitation programs for inmates while in custody and also after release. Law enforcement and emergency services (including, but not limited to, fire protection) in the unincorporated area of Shasta County and in the Cities of Redding, Anderson, and Shasta Lake. Criminal prosecutions by the District Attorney, criminal defense by the Public Defender, and the duties of Probation as they relate to adult offenders. The ordinance’s Expenditure Plan calls for specific percentages of revenue to be allocated among these identified programs. Within specific limits identified in the ordinance, these percentage allocations may be modified by the Board of Supervisors and the local City Councils receiving such funds. However, the tax proceeds shall only be spent on the programs specifically identified in the ordinance. Measure A establishes certain accountability measures. It creates an Oversight Committee to advise the Board of Supervisors and the public regarding the expenditure of the tax proceeds. In addition, an independent certified public accountant is required to conduct an annual audit outlining the amount of funds collected and expended from the tax and the purposes for which the funds were expended. Also, the Shasta County Auditor-Controller is required to annually report on the amount of funds collected and expended and the status of any projects funded by the ordinance. The tax monies shall not be used to supplant or replace other funding for the programs identified in the ordinance’s Expenditure Plan. The tax will remain in effect until reduced or repealed by the Board of Supervisors by a 4/5 vote. The tax must be adopted by a 2/3 majority of the persons voting on the measure in order for it to be established. /s/ RUBIN E. CRUSE, JR. Shasta County Counsel

The above statement is an impartial analysis of Ordinance or Measure A. If you desire a copy of the ordinance or measure, please call the elections official’s office at (530)-225-5730 and a copy will be mailed at no cost to you. You may also access the full text of the measure on the county web site at the following web site address: ShastaVotes.org

Presidential Primary Election · March 3, 2020 · 23 Local Ballot Measure: A Fiscal Analysis of Measure A The measure, if approved by 2/3 of the voters, will amend the Shasta County Code to enact a one percent transaction and use tax on certain retail transactions within Shasta County. The tax will be paid by everyone making a taxable purchase, including people residing outside the County boundaries. The measure is a special tax which means the proceeds can only be used for public safety and only in the categories listed in the measure. Tax receipts will be deposited in a separate fund and cannot be used to supplant other programs. The additional revenue generated by the measure will be approximately $31 million per year. The amount of revenue generated may vary from year to year due to inflation, population growth, general economic conditions, or other factors. The tax may be reduced or rescinded by an ordinance adopted by a 4/5 vote of the Board of Supervisors.

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Local Ballot Measure: A

Arguments For and Against Measure A Arguments and replies are the opinions of the authors. We print them exactly as submitted, including errors.

Argument for Measure A 1. Accountability: These funds will increase jail space (up to 500 additional beds). We will hold criminals accountable when we have the jail space to hold them until trial. We will also provide needed in-custody treatment for addiction and mental health issues. 2. In-Custody Treatment: These funds provide Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT), mental health services, and rehabilitative programs for inmates while in custody, as well as post release treatment and training. 3. Quality of Life: With these funds, we will aggressively address the quality of life crimes, addiction, mental health, and homelessness challenges facing our community. Without this tax measure, crime and addiction in our community will get worse. 4. Law Enforcement: These funds are exclusively for Public Safety and our Criminal Justice System. This includes but is not limited to: a. Additional police officers (up to 25 in the City of Redding, 3 in the City of Anderson and 3 in the City of Shasta Lake), additional Sheriffs Deputies (up to 20) with priority in rural areas, additional Correction Officers (up to 55), additional Probation Officers, additional fire & emergency services, additional personnel for the District Attorney and Public Defender. 5. Oversight: This is a SPECIAL Tax. Taxpayers, by their vote, determine exactly and legally where the tax funds can be spent. a. Once the Tax Measure is enacted, it is the law. i. No Elected Body or government official can change the categories for where the funds can be spent. b. An independent, 3rd party auditor will review all expenditures for compliance in addition to a citizen's oversight committee to ensure transparency. This information will be available to the public. c. As the measure stipulates, these funds cannot be used for existing expenses, existing unfunded liabilities, or supplant any existing general budget items that have been previously funded. /s/Leonard Moty, Chairman

Board of Supervisors, County of Shasta /s/Steve Morgan, District 4 Supervisor /s/Joe Chimenti, District 1 Supervisor Board of Supervisors, County of Shasta Board of Supervisors, County of Shasta /s/Les Baugh, District 5 Supervisor /s/Mary Rickert, District 3 Supervisor Board of Supervisors, County of Shasta Board of Supervisors, County of Shasta

Presidential Primary Election · March 3, 2020 · 25 Local Ballot Measure: A

Rebuttal to Argument in Favor of Measure A Upon submitting the Argument Against Measure "A", the Redding Police broke into my house with a battering ram for alledged code violations that did not exist. How can we trust the law enforcement bureaucracy when our basic constitutional rights are violated for expressing our opinions? The solution to more funding is growth. On Interstate 5, we have the Churn Creek Bottom and 13 interchanges north of Shasta Lake which can be zoned for commercial use. We will be awash in gas, motel, property and sales tax if this is done. We need citizen drug dog patrols throughout our neighborhoods. We must have a "snitch" program where drug users turn in their dealers for cash. Secret Witness only pays when there is a conviction. Parolees need to be placed in shed villages that they will pay rent for, so we can monitor their behavior, instead of letting them roam freely. · But most importantly is to elect new and reasonable members to the Board of Supervisors who will gladly accept our state tax money for construction of new facilities. /S/ Russell K. Hunt

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Local Ballot Measure: A

Argument Against Measure A The Board of Supervisors turned down a $33 million grant to build a 232 person new jail from your state taxes. They turned down $20 million to build an Adult Rehabilitation Center. They said no to a 1,200 inmate state prison on Clear Creek Road, which would of cleared state parole violators out of the existing jail. They closed the jail annex (65 people). It could have been repaired. They had the opportunity to turn the jail kitchen into 62 bed spaces and then use the kitchen in the courthouse. Yet, the new county administrator will get a $48,000 annual raise. And the unfunded pension obligations of the county are over $200 million and growing. Their claim is they did not have the money to staff these facilities and thus they need another $20 million in your tax dollars annually to fund 151 new "public service" employees. They propose a work camp and essentially the Adult Rehab Center with a new name. We already have a program that allows minor offenders to do jail time via working at non-profit organizations at a very low cost to the county. Rehabilitation facilities already exist in the private sector and are federally and state funded. We need a state funded prison. We need a real expansion of the jail. And we need to expand supervision of parolees, who cause the worst damage to us, by housing them in secure and supervised facilities at night. Only 37% of this tax increase goes for jail like facilities. The rest to salaries. /S/ Russell K. Hunt

Rebuttal to Argument Against Measure A Sacramento will continue to create laws and policies that will adversely impact Shasta County. We need to take control of our future. A detailed, funded plan will empower our law enforcement, protect our citizens, help those at risk, and improve our quality of life. Measure A is a special (specific) tax that truly reflects the will of the people. Shasta County voters, and only Shasta County voters, decide where our taxpayer dollars will be spent. Once Measure A is enacted, it is the law. No Elected Body or government official can change the categories for where the funds can be spent. Measure A provides more jail beds, including operating costs, police officers, deputies, probation officers, prosecutors, and a stronger criminal justice system. These funds will also provide Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) to treat addicts while in custody, and post release, breaking the cycle of substance abuse. All expenditures will be under the oversight of a 3rd party auditor and an advisory committee. As Measure A stipulates, these funds cannot be used for existing expenses, existing unfunded liabilities, or supplant any existing general budget items that have been previously funded. Measure A is our commitment to our community. /s/Leonard Moty, Chairman

Presidential Primary Election · March 3, 2020 · 27 Use this sample ballot to practice marking your choices. SAMPLE BALLOT NO PARTY PREFERENCE PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY ELECTION COUNTY OF SHASTA, TUESDAY, MARCH 3, 2020 NPP 01

INSTRUCTIONS TO VOTERS: Use blue or black ink to mark your ballot. Completely fill in the oval to the left of your choice. To vote for a qualified write-in candidate, clearly print the name on the line provided and fill in the oval. If you make a mistake or want to change your vote, ask an Election Official for a new ballot. PARTY-NOMINATED OFFICES VOTER-NOMINATED AND NONPARTISAN OFFICES. All voters, regardless of the party preference they disclosed upon registration, or refusal to Only voters who disclosed a preference upon registering to vote for the disclose a party preference, may vote for any candidate for a voter-nominated or nonpartisan office. The party preference, if any, designated by a same party as the candidate seeking the nomination of any party for the candidate for a voter-nominated office is selected by the candidate and is shown for the information of the voters only. It does not imply that the Presidency or election to a party committee may vote for that candidate at candidate is nominated or endorsed by the party or that the party approves of the candidate. The party preference, if any, of a candidate for a the primary election, unless the party has adopted a rule to permit non-party nonpartisan office does not appear on the ballot. voters to vote in its primary elections.

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VOTER-NOMINATED OFFICES MEASURES SUBMITTED TO THE VOTERS UNITED STATES REPRESENTATIVE STATE U.S. Representative, 1st District 13 AUTHORIZES BONDS FOR Vote for One FACILITY REPAIR, CONSTRUCTION, AND GREGORY EDWARD CHEADLE MODERNIZATION AT PUBLIC PRESCHOOLS, K-12 SCHOOLS, Real Estate Broker Party Preference: None COMMUNITY COLLEGES, AND UNIVERSITIES. LEGISLATIVE STATUTE. DOUG LAMALFA Authorizes $15 billion in state general Farmer/ U.S. Representative Party Preference: Republican obligation bonds for construction and modernization of public education facilities. JOSEPH LETOURNEAU IV Fiscal Impact: Increased state costs to repay Father/ Leadership Developer bonds estimated at about $740 million per Party Preference: None year (including interest) over the next 35 ROB LYDON years. Veterinarian Party Preference: Democratic Yes AUDREY DENNEY No Agricultural Educator Party Preference: Democratic COUNTY

A Shall Measure A (the Shasta County Public Safety Transactions and Use Tax STATE SENATOR Ordinance) be adopted? To provide approximately $31,000,000 annually for the State Senator, 1st District specific public safety purposes of (1) providing funding for County jail facilities, Vote for One operations, programs, and services, BRIAN DAHLE including medication assisted treatment and Senator/ Farmer/ Businessman rehabilitation programs while in custody and Party Preference: Republican also after release, and alternatives to County LINDA KELLEHER jail incarceration, (2) providing funding for Retired Public Educator law enforcement and emergency services Party Preference: None (including fire protection) in the PAMELA DAWN SWARTZ unincorporated area of Shasta County and in the Cities of Redding, Anderson, and Shasta Small Business Owner Party Preference: Democratic Lake, (3) providing funding for criminal prosecutions by the District Attorney, for

criminal defense by the Public Defender, and for the duties of Probation as they relate to adult offenders, the measure allows the MEMBER OF THE STATE ASSEMBLY County of Shasta to enact a one percent State Assembly, 1st District (1%) transactions and use tax throughout the entire county. The measure creates an Vote for One Oversight Committee and an annual audit MEGAN DAHLE requirement detailing how the funds have Assemblywoman/ Farmer/ Businesswoman been spent. The tax will be in effect until Party Preference: Republican reduced or repealed by the Board of Supervisors by a 4/5 vote. PK "PAUL" DHANUKA Doctor/ Small Businessman Party Preference: None Yes ELIZABETH L BETANCOURT No Farmer/ Watershed Scientist Party Preference: Democratic

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Presidential Primary Election · March 3, 2020 · 29 Use this sample ballot to practice marking your choices. SAMPLE BALLOT AMERICAN INDEPENDENT PARTY PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY ELECTION COUNTY OF SHASTA, TUESDAY, MARCH 3, 2020 AI 01

PARTY-NOMINATED OFFICES PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES President Vote for One PHIL COLLINS

ROQUE "ROCKY" DE LA FUENTE

CHARLES KRAUT

J.R. MYERS

DON BLANKENSHIP

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Presidential Primary Election · March 3, 2020 · 31 Use this sample ballot to practice marking your choices. SAMPLE BALLOT DEMOCRATIC PARTY PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY ELECTION COUNTY OF SHASTA, TUESDAY, MARCH 3, 2020 DEM 01

PARTY-NOMINATED OFFICES PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES President Vote for One

JULIÁN CASTRO MICHAEL A. ELLINGER ELIZABETH WARREN MARIANNE WILLIAMSON ANDREW YANG ROQUE "ROCKY" DE LA FUENTE III JOHN K. DELANEY AMY KLOBUCHAR BERNIE SANDERS JOE SESTAK TOM STEYER DEVAL PATRICK MICHAEL BENNET MICHAEL R. BLOOMBERG MOSIE BOYD CORY BOOKER PETE BUTTIGIEG JOSEPH R. BIDEN TULSI GABBARD MARK STEWART GREENSTEIN

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Presidential Primary Election · March 3, 2020 · 33 Use this sample ballot to practice marking your choices. SAMPLE BALLOT LIBERTARIAN PARTY PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY ELECTION COUNTY OF SHASTA, TUESDAY, MARCH 3, 2020 LIB 01

PARTY-NOMINATED OFFICES PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES President Vote for One

KEN ARMSTRONG MAX ABRAMSON SAM ROBB KIM RUFF STEVEN A RICHEY JACOB HORNBERGER SOURAYA FAAS KEENAN WALLACE DUNHAM ADAM KOKESH VERMIN SUPREME JO JORGENSEN DAN BEHRMAN ERIK CHASE GERHARDT

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Presidential Primary Election · March 3, 2020 · 35 Vote on a SATURDAY!!

Did you know the Shasta County Clerk/Elections Office is open the Saturday before every election?

Saturday, February 29, 2020 we will be open from 9am – 3pm.

We will be providing services for all your Clerk and Election needs: • All Election Services • Passport Application Processing • Marriage License Application Processing • Marriage Ceremonies • Fictitious Business Name Filing • All Other Clerk/Election Services

Complete County Clerk applications online at clerkselfservice.co.shasta.ca.us

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Presidential Primary Election · March 3, 2020 · 37 Be a Poll Worker

We are looking for volunteers to serve on the front lines of democracy.

This opportunity is a great way to serve your community, take an active role in democracy, and become part of the dedicated team striving to make the election process easy and accessible to all eligible voters.

Why serve as a Poll Worker? • Get involved in the democratic process • Contribute to your community • Earn extra money: $125 for Inspectors $100 for Assistant Inspectors and Clerks

Are you bilingual? • We are seeking volunteers that are fluent in Spanish and American Sign Language

Who can serve as a Poll Worker? • Any registered California voter • Eligible high school students • Legal permanent resident

What does a Poll Worker do? • Sets up and closes a polling place • Checks in voters and issue ballots • Help voters understand their voting rights • Protect ballots and voting equipment • Return supplies and ballots on Election Day

Sign up today with one of these methods: • Complete the application on the following page and return it to our office:  By Email: [email protected]  By Fax: (530)225-5454  By Mail or in Person: 1643 Market Street, Redding, CA 96001 • Complete the online application under the Volunteer tab at ShastaVotes.org

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Shasta County Clerk/Elections Poll Worker Application

1. Applicant Information (Please print clearly)

First Name Last Name

Street Address Unit/Apt # City State Zip Code

Mailing Address (If different) Unit/Apt # City State Zip Code

Phone Number Cell Phone Number Email Address

Do you have access to a vehicle? Yes  No  Are you registered to vote in the state of California? Yes  No  Are you a U.S. Citizen or a Legal Permanent Resident of the United States? Yes  No 

2. Skills and Experience (Please check all that apply)

What is your level of education? High School  Some College  Undergraduate  Advanced Degree 

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Election Day Standby  Administration / Clerical  What other languages other than Election Day Clerk  Customer Service  English are you fluent in? Election Day Assistant  IT / Technical  Election Day Inspector  Recruiting / Training   Other Election Day ROVER  Supervisory   Other

3. Availability

Are you a regular county employee? Yes  No  Are you available on Election Day from 6:00 am to 9:00 pm? Yes  No  Are you able to attend the mandatory training? Yes  No  Are you available to work outside of your neighborhood? Yes  No  If Yes, how far? 5-10 miles  11-20 miles  21-30 miles  31-40 miles 

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I hereby attest that the information provided is accurate and complete.

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5. Submission Instructions and Information

Return completed applications:

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For any questions, call the Elections Department at (530) 225-5730

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