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The following individuals have qualified to appear on the ballot for Palm Springs City Council Districts 4 and 5, in the November 5, 2024 Election.
In accordance with Elections Code section 13112(b)(1)(C)(i), the Secretary of State’s office conducted a drawing of the letters of the alphabet to determine the randomized alphabet for use in the November 2024 Election.
The roster of candidates listed below reflects that order.
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District 4:Joseph JacksonDavid RiosErnest CeceñaAnna NevenichNaomi Soto |
District 5:David Ready |
Notice of Election - Measure "J"
A Ballot Measure to Maintain the Current Rate of the City’s Measure “J” Transactions and Use (Sales) Tax at 1% and to Extend the Term of the Tax By Repealing the March 31, 2037 Sunset.
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CITY OF PALM SPRINGS SALES TAX EXTENSION MEASURE. To continue funding for general City services such as expanding police and fire services, maintaining and improving streets, parks and infrastructure, supporting community non-profit organizations and improving the City library; shall the measure maintaining the Measure J City sales tax at a 1% rate and extending its term by repealing its March 31, 2037 expiration date/sunset, generating approximately $22,000,000 annually until ended by voters, be adopted? |
YES |
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NO |
City Attorney’s Impartial Analysis of Measure "J
Rebuttal Arguments Deadline: August 29, 2024, at 5:00 p.m.
Resolution No. 25231 - A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palm Springs, California Calling for the Placement of a General Tax Measure on the Ballot for the November 5, 2024 General Municipal Election for the Submission to the Qualified Voters of an Ordinance to Extend the Term Of Measure “J”, a One Percent (1%) General Transactions And Use Tax (Sales Tax), by Removing its Sunset; and Making Various Technical Updates to the Transactions and Use Tax Ordinance
Municipal Measure CalendarYou may locate your current voting district using the City's interactive mapping tool.
Click the following link to be directed to the Voting Districts Interactive Map.
Nomination Period: July 15, 2024 through August 9, 2024 (California Elections Code §10220).
Extension of Nomination Period for District 5: August 14, 2024 (California Elections Code § 10225).
Municipal Election Calendar November
Municipal Measure Calendar 2024
Dates of Interest to Candidates
| DATE | DESCRIPTION |
| July 15 – August 9 | Nomination Period (E.C. § 10220 et seq.) Between these dates candidates may obtain nomination material and file completed nomination documents with the City Clerk. |
| August 9 | Last Day to Withdraw Candidacy (E.C. § 10224) Candidates may withdraw their nomination until the close of the nomination period. Unless there is an extension of the nomination period. |
| August 10 – August 19 | Election Material Available (Public Exam Period) (E.C. § 13313) During this period Candidate Statements are available for public inspection. Exception: If there is an extension of the nomination period, the exam period will be from August 15 through August 24. |
| August 12 | Last Day to Withdraw Candidate Statement (E.C. §§ 13307, 13311) The last day to withdraw the candidate statement unless there is an extension of the nomination period. Request to withdraw candidate statement must be made in writing and submitted by 5:00 p.m. Candidate statements shall remain confidential until the expiration of the filing deadline. |
| August 14 | Last Day of Extended Nomination Period (E.C. § 10225) If the incumbent fails to file nomination documents by August 9, 2024, the nomination period will be extended for persons other than the incumbent. This will also extend the period for withdrawing candidacy. Not applicable if the office has no incumbent. |
| August 14 – August 22 | Insufficient Nominees – Action by Governing Body (E.C. § 10229) Legislative body to take action of appointment or election during this time frame if there are insufficient nominees. |
| August 15 | Last Day to Withdraw Candidate Statement in Event of Extension (E.C. §§ 10225, 13307) |
| August 15 (11:00 a.m.) |
Drawing of Randomized Alphabet (E.C. § 13112) The Secretary of State will conduct a drawing of the alphabet for determining the order of candidates’ names on the ballot. |
| September 2 | Labor Day – The Registrar of Voters office will be closed. |
| September 9 | First Day Forms will be Available for Write-In Candidacy (E.C. § 8600 et seq.) Any qualified person wishing to file as a write-in candidate may pick up documents beginning this date. Documents must be filed with the City Clerk no later than 14 days before election day. |
| September 22 – September 26 | Filing Period for First Pre-Election Campaign Disclosure Statement (G.C. §§ 84200.5) Covers the period ending September 21. The statement must be filed online or sent by personal delivery or guaranteed overnight service. |
| September 26 – October 26 | Period for Registrar of Voters to Mail County Voter Information Guide to Voters (E.C. §§ 13303,13307) |
| October 7 – October 20 | Period for Registrar of Voters to Mail Vote-by-Mail Ballots (E.C. §§ 3000.5, 3010, 3017, 3018, 3020) The Registrar of Voters shall mail vote-by-mail ballots to all qualified voters. |
| October 20 – October 24 | Filing Period for Second Pre-Election Campaign Disclosure Statement (G.C. §§ 84200.5 ) Covers the period ending October 19. The statement must be filed online or sent by personal delivery or guaranteed overnight service. |
| October 21 | Last Day to Register to Vote or Change Address for this Election (E.C. §§ 2102, 2106) |
| October 22 | Last Day to File Statement of Write-In Candidacy (E.C. § 8600 et seq.) |
| November 5 |
Election Day (E.C. § 3020, 4103) Voted ballots must be received by the elections official no later than the close of the vote centers on election day or be postmarked on or before election day and received no later than seven days after the election day to be counted. |
| December 5 | Declare Candidates Elected and Install Officers (E.C. §§ 10262, 10263, 15372) The governing body shall meet at its usual place of meeting no later than the next regularly scheduled city council meeting following the presentation of the canvass of the returns, or at a special meeting called for this purpose, to declare the results and to install the newly elected officers. |
| January 1 – January 31 | Filing Period for Semi-Annual Campaign Disclosure Statement (G.C. § 84200) Statements cover the period ending December 31. The statement must be filed online or sent by personal delivery or guaranteed overnight service. |
FPPC Form 501, Candidate Intention Statement
To declare your candidacy for City Council, a candidate must file a Form 501, Candidate Intention Statement, and file it with the City Clerk’s Office. This form must be filed before soliciting or receiving campaign contributions or before you make expenditures from personal funds on behalf of your candidacy. Personal and campaign funds cannot be commingled, you are highly encouraged to open a separate campaign account. You are also encouraged to schedule a meeting with the City Clerk to review other pertinent forms and election procedures at your earliest convenience.
FPPC Form 410, Statement of Organization
A potential candidate may file their Form 410, Statement of Organization, separately or concurrently with their Form 501. The Form 410 must be filed with the Secretary of State (and a copy with the City Clerk’s Office) within 10 days of receiving $2,000 in contributions. The personal funds of a candidate used to seek elective office are contributions and count towards qualifying as a recipient committee.
Additionally, it is recommended for candidates to file this form early. Once received, the Secretary of State will issue a campaign ID number. This ID number is necessary and must be disclosed when engaging in various types of campaign advertising. Learn more about Campaign Advertising - Requirements and Restrictions.
Pursuant to Assembly Bill 571, candidates are subject to the State’s default limit on contributions from an individual per election at $5,500. Download the AB 571 Fact Sheet (ca.gov)
Please carefully review the City’s regulations on temporary signs. Failure to adhere to the City’s sign regulations may result in a citation and fine. Please report suspected illegal signs to the City’s Code Enforcement Division.
- Pre-register at 16. Vote at 18.
- High School Voter Education Weeks
- California Student Mock Elections
- Be a Student Poll Worker
- Guidance for School Administrators and Teachers
Student Pollworker Program (Registrar of Voters) - For more information or to apply, contact the Registrar of Voters at (951) 486-7341, or via email ROVweb@RivCo.org.
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Election Information and Updates
California Secretary of State Website
Riverside County Registrar of Voters Website
Fair Political Practices Commission Website
Find Your State Representatives (CA Legislature Website)
Find Your Federal Representative (U.S. House of Representatives Website)
Roster of U.S. Senators (U.S. Senate Website)
Interactive Ballot Drop-Off Locator Map