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Elaina Cano for SLO County Clerk-Recorder
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Community Leaders and Elected Officials

Elaina Cano's endorsements for the SLO County Clerk-Recorder position align with the community's values, emphasizing the importance of transparency and integrity. She has received the following endorsements, showcasing her commitment to serving as the SLO County Clerk-Recorder.


 * Endorsements shown reflect support from the 2022 election cycle. Updated endorsements will be added as they are received. 


John Ashbaugh, former City Council Member from the City of San Luis Obispo, Sheila Blake, City Council Member of the City of Pismo Beach, Jamie Boucher, retired City Clerk of the City of Morro Bay, Charles Bourbeau, City Council Member representing the City of Atascadero, Andrew Carter, former City Council Member in San Luis Obispo. Carlyn Christianson, City Council Member from San Luis Obispo, Jim Gardiner, retired Police Chief of San Luis Obispo, and Ken Hampian, retired City Manager of the City of San Luis Obispo. Erik Howell, former City Council Member for Pismo Beach. Jan Marx, City Council Member for San Luis Obispo, Mary Matakovich, Harbor Commissioner for the Port San Luis Harbor District, Donna McMahon, retired City Clerk from Grover Beach, Christine Mulholland, a former City Council Member in San Luis Obispo, Ian Parkinson, San Luis Obispo County Sheriff, Andy Pease, City Council Member for San Luis Obispo. Patrick Perry, retired Superior Court Commissioner, Lee Price, retired City Clerk of San Luis Obispo, Julie Rodewald, retired San Luis Obispo County Clerk-Recorder. Mariam Shah, former City Council Member for Grover Beach, Kathy Smith, former City Council Member from San Luis Obispo, Erica A. Stewart, Mayor of San Luis Obispo, Marcia Torgerson and Kelly Wetmore, retired City Clerks from Atascadero and Arroyo Grande, and Ed Waage Mayor of the City of Pismo Beach. 


These endorsements reflect a strong network of experienced leaders who support and endorse Elaina.

Community Members, Family and Friends

Deann Arredondo


Amena Atta


Susan Baker


Barbara Bell


Grace Bevan


Shannon Bio


Reggie Bio


Shannon Bohner


Kristin Bridgeford


Leslie Brown


Judith Buonaguidi


JT Camp


Marty Cano


Nic Cano


Zennon Cano


Mason Cano


Joe Carotenuti


Chris Casciola


Jason Castillo


Claire Clark


Chris Clark


Charlie Corrow


Ric Deschler


Susan Devine


Jim Duffy


Keth Dunlop


Don Ernst


Bill Fairbanks


Judy Fox-Pendergrast


Elaine Genasci


Sonny Gerber


Cherie Gibson


Monique Grajeda


Kim Gravell


Allison Groves


Billy Hales


Patricia Harris


Dorothy Hines


Scott Jenkins


Carol Silva Johnson


Jane Jorgensen


Jeff Jorgensen


Anita Judd


Caleb Kemp


Mary Kern


Paul Kern


Betsy Kiser


Josephine Laing


Michael Latner


Diane Levison


Mindy Lorenz


Ron Mainini


John Mandeville


Peggy Mandeville


Ray Mattison


Effie McDermott


Marcia McGee


Michael McGee


Steve McGrath



Michelle Meinhold


Ashlee Miller


Chris Miller


Dean Miller


Jim Miller


Holly Mislavsky


Dorothy Modafferi


Dan Mrotek


Michael Multari


Kim Murry


Seth Neuschwander


Justin Page


Ben Parker


Jackie Parker


Ann Robinson


Rick Rodewald


Nancy Rodgers


Sandi Sigurdson


Joe Stanley


Bill Statler


Susan Stenovec


Jason Stewart


Jennifer Stewart


John K Thomas


Katherine Thomas-Anderson


Antonio Verdugo


Francis Villablanca


Tom Weiss,


Kara Woodruff 

Organizations

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Sierra Club - Santa Lucia Chapter

IBEW International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers

Sierra Club - Santa Lucia Chapter

The San Luis Obispo Tribune

IBEW International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers

Sierra Club - Santa Lucia Chapter

IBEW International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers

IBEW International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers

San Luis Obispo County Probation Peace Officers Association

San Luis Obispo County Probation Peace Officers Association

San Luis Obispo County Probation Peace Officers Association

San Luis Obispo County Probation Peace Officers Association

El Moro Democratic Club of Los Osos

San Luis Obispo County Probation Peace Officers Association

El Moro Democratic Club of Los Osos

Ms. Cano recently spoke to the El Moro Democratic Club in Los Osos, and we were impressed by her vision and commitment. We are proud to offer our endorsements for Elaina Cano as she runs for SLO County Clerk-Recorder.

*DISCLAIMER: The title and/or agency mentioned is for identification purposes only. The use of this title and/or agency name does not imply any endorsements by the SLO County Clerk-Recorder.

What Local Leaders Are Saying

Julie Rodewald, Former San Luis Obispo County Clerk-Recorder:

Julie Rodewald, Former San Luis Obispo County Clerk-Recorder:

Julie Rodewald, Former San Luis Obispo County Clerk-Recorder:

I was honored to serve as the elected SLO County Clerk-Recorder for 20 years, and I understand what it takes to lead this important office that impacts every resident in San Luis Obispo County. Elaina Cano possesses the knowledge, experience, and a proven commitment to public service, ensuring that the responsibilities of the office and our elections are managed with the highest integrity and transparency. I fully endorse Elaina Cano in her campaign to continue serving as County Clerk-Recorder.

Andrew Carter, Former SLO City Council Member:

Julie Rodewald, Former San Luis Obispo County Clerk-Recorder:

Julie Rodewald, Former San Luis Obispo County Clerk-Recorder:

During my time on the City Council in San Luis Obispo, I could always rely on Elaina Cano to demonstrate courtesy, professionalism, and a non-partisan approach, which has been reflected in her endorsements as she campaigns for SLO County Clerk-Recorder.

Charles Bourbeau, City Council Member, City of Atascadero:

Julie Rodewald, Former San Luis Obispo County Clerk-Recorder:

Charles Bourbeau, City Council Member, City of Atascadero:

It is critical that we retain Elaina Cano at the helm of the SLO County Clerk-Recorder’s office to ensure the continued impartial administration of elections, a sentiment echoed in numerous endorsements.

John Ashbaugh, Former City Council Member:

John Mandeville, Retired, City of San Luis Obispo Community Development Director

Charles Bourbeau, City Council Member, City of Atascadero:

I had the privilege of working with Elaina Cano as our City Clerk while serving on the San Luis Obispo City Council. I can state unequivocally that Elaina Cano is fully qualified for the job. More importantly, she is thoroughly committed to serving in this critical non-partisan role with the high level of integrity and transparency demanded by our democracy.


At a time when so many voters across the political spectrum are legitimately concerned about the challenges confronting our system of elections, Elaina Cano can be trusted to use her position in a manner that restores our faith in open and fair elections. Her work in preparing for the gubernatorial recall election in September 2021 has already earned her praise and endorsements from many in the community.


I urge every voter in San Luis Obispo County to support the continuing service of our incumbent County Clerk-Recorder, Elaina Cano.

John Mandeville, Retired, City of San Luis Obispo Community Development Director

John Mandeville, Retired, City of San Luis Obispo Community Development Director

John Mandeville, Retired, City of San Luis Obispo Community Development Director

Elaina Cano is a professional and positive public servant whose qualities are sorely needed in this age of divisive politics. Her endorsements reflect the community's support for her candidacy as SLO County Clerk-Recorder.

Betsy Kiser, Retired, City of San Luis Obispo Parks and Recreation Director

John Mandeville, Retired, City of San Luis Obispo Community Development Director

John Mandeville, Retired, City of San Luis Obispo Community Development Director

Years ago, Elaina Cano worked for me, and she is, by far, one of the sharpest and most capable employees I've had the pleasure of supervising. I wholeheartedly support Elaina Cano for SLO County Clerk-Recorder and her endorsements reflect her dedication and competence.

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