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Q & A for Orcutt Candidates Vying for Seats on Airport and School Board

Airport Board & High School Board Have One Contested Race Each

The Orcutt Pioneer asked each candidate to submit a statement of 250 words or less outlying why voters should elect them. Below are their answers. Each statement appears in the same order the candidates’ names will appear on the November 8 ballot.

Tony Guy

I am a seasoned aerospace engineer and business leader in the Santa Maria Valley. With over three decades of experience in the aerospace industry and a long history of community involvement, I aim to champion policies that foster growth and enhance airport infrastructure.

My platform is centered on key issues such as advocating for sustainable development and ensuring budget transparency. My vision is to leverage the Santa Maria Public Airport as a critical hub for economic growth and community well-being. Click HERE to Read More

Dave Baskett

I am proud of my service as a director of the Santa Maria Airport District. Our airport has had a large land area, aging facilities, a fire tanker base, and modest operating income and expenses. A major aviation museum is underway, and a new US Customs facility should open soon. Preliminary work has been done on a community “Air Taxi” service that can lead to new airlines. I do support a flight school with airplanes, helicopters, drones and training mechanics. I firmly support renewable power for airport energy independence and planning for biofuels and coming electric aircraft. I am currently building an international aerial firefighting and emergency services organization based in Santa Maria. Click HERE to Read More

Alma Hernandez

I am dedicated advocate for the Santa Maria community and am running to retain my seat on the Santa Maria Joint Union High School District Board. I was appointed to fill a vacancy on the board, I quickly became known for my commitment to fostering genuine engagement and creating opportunities for all students.

Growing up as the child of Mexican immigrants, I faced challenges of poverty and displacement, which fueled my passion to create pathways and mentorship for those in similar situations. My life experiences drove my mission to ensure every student feels valued and empowered. Click HERE to Read More

Gabriel A. Morales

As a candidate for the Santa Maria Joint Union High School District, as a Board member my focus will be for every student to achieve academic readiness through the basics of math, reading, and writing. Along with the option of vocational trades, and career development, which will prepare our students for livable wage jobs.

As a community we have too many of our youth who are failing within our local schools. Our school boards need to be more integrated to improve student success. Click HERE to Read More

In the following races, only one candidate filed, so each will be appointed to the seat.

Orcutt Union School District TA#1: Liz Phillips

Orcutt Union School District TA#2: April Huckabey

Allan Hancock College TA#2: Suzanne Levy

Santa Maria Public Airport District TA#5: Steven Brown