Solano County District Races

Results are a combination of data provided by the Associated Press (AP) and county election offices. The AP calls winners by analyzing vote tallies and other election data. Check marks are used to denote a winner only when the AP calls a race.

Rural North Vacaville Water District

Top two candidates win seat.

James R. Miles39.1%
304 votes
Gary Hensley33.6%
261 votes
Robert E. Kane27.1%
211 votes
Updated at 7:30 PM PT on Nov 19, 2024
Solano County

Solano Irrigation District, Division Director 2

Top candidate wins seat.

William D. Brazelton39.8%
6,610 votes
Charles A. Herich(incumbent)34%
5,661 votes
Lance A. Porter26%
4,333 votes
Updated at 7:30 PM PT on Nov 19, 2024
Solano County

Rural North Vacaville Water District

Top two candidates win seat.

James R. Miles39.1%
304 votes
Gary Hensley33.6%
261 votes
Robert E. Kane27.1%
211 votes
Updated at 7:30 PM PT on Nov 19, 2024
Solano County

Candidate Statements

Candidate Statements are excerpted from the statements provided to election offices, where available.

Gary Hensley

  • Retired technology executive 
  • Water Supply: “I care about our neighborhood and community, and understand the importance of safe, available water supply at a reasonable price.”
  • Budget: “Most recently retired from Mariani Packing Company in 2021 as IT director. Directed staff, managed budget and served as a member of the executive team.”
  • Fire Safety: “I currently serve as Board Member of the Pleasants Valley Fire Safe Council – Vacaville.”

James R. Miles

  • Retired officer/contractor
  • Experience: “After serving in the United States Marine Corps, I studied Agricultural Business at California Polytechnic University in San Luis Obispo.”
  • Leadership: “The leadership skills and knowledge obtained from the United States Marine Corps and California Polytechnic State University assisted me with completing fulfilling careers in construction and working for the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation.”
  • Collaboration: “My years of experience with the United States Marine Corps and California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation has provided opportunities for me to successfully collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.”

Robert E. Kane

  • Retired correctional captain
  • Community: “I have resided in the Rural North Vacaville Water District for 39 years.”
  • Experience: “I was a participant with the Water District when it was just a dream.”
  • Residency: “My family raised three sons and a daughter within the district along with many, many miniature horses.”

Solano Irrigation District, Division Director 2

Top candidate wins seat.

William D. Brazelton39.8%
6,610 votes
Charles A. Herich(incumbent)34%
5,661 votes
Lance A. Porter26%
4,333 votes
Updated at 7:30 PM PT on Nov 19, 2024
Solano County

Candidate Statements

Candidate Statements are excerpted from the statements provided to election offices, where available.

William D. Brazelton

  • Farmer
  • Perspective: “I am running for Solano Irrigation District, Division 2 because I believe I can bring a balanced perspective to the board.”
  • Farmers: “For over 10 years I have been on the Solano County Farm Bureau Board of Directors, advocating for farmers and ranchers at the local, state, and federal levels.”
  • Advocacy: “I’ve built strong relationships with our representatives over this time, allowing me to advocate for our Solano County water resources.”

Lance A. Porter

  • Retired businessman/farmer
  • Transparency: “In my role as a business owner, I understand firsthand the key factors that drive success: a focus on the customer, operational efficiency, and cost control.”
  • Adaptability: “Adapting to a changing environment is crucial for any successful enterprise. Over my 40-year career, I have consistently demonstrated my ability to evolve and thrive in shifting circumstances.”
  • Leadership: “SID requires thoughtful, strategic, and experienced leadership. I have a proven record in these areas.”

Charles A. Herich

  • Solano Irrigation District Director, Division 2 
  • Collaboration: “I believe that working closely with the other SID board members that we have achieved significant results.”
  • Water Rates: “We have been able to keep SID’s rate increases at less than the California inflation rate while improving SID’s safety and reliability performance.”
  • Budget: “More work needs to be done in this area and I intend to focus my efforts on cost efficiency, safety, and reliability.”

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