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.
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





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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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