Endorsements
United States Congress
Jared Huffman
Congressman
Congressman
State of California
Mike McGuire
Senate President Pro Tempore
Senate President Pro Tempore
Damon Connoley
Assemblymember
Assemblymember
Marin County
Mary Sackett
Supervisor, District 1
Supervisor, District 1
Katie Rice
Supervisor, District 2
Supervisor, District 2
Stephanie Moulton-Peters
Supervisor, District 3
Supervisor, District 3
Dennis Rodoni
Supervisor, District 4
Supervisor, District 4
Eric Lucan
Supervisor, District 5
Supervisor, District 5
Ranjiv Khush
Member, Marin Municipal Water Board
Member, Marin Municipal Water Board
Matt Samson
Member, Marin Municipal Water Board
Member, Marin Municipal Water Board
Jed Smith
Member, Marin Municipal Water Board
Member, Marin Municipal Water Board
Lori Frugoli
Marin County District Attorney
Marin County District Attorney
San Rafael City Council
Mayor Kate Colin, City of San Rafael
Maika Llorens Gulati
Councilmember, District 1
Councilmember, District 1
Eli Hill
Councilmember, City of San Rafael
Councilmember, City of San Rafael
Maribeth Bushey
Councilmember, City of San Rafael
Councilmember, City of San Rafael
College and School Boards
I know Rachel from my time on the Miller Creek school board working with the San Rafael School Board. Rachel is a problem solver and totally dedicated to the community. — Bruce Abbott
Miller Creek School Board Trustee (former)
Mary Jane Burke
Marin county superintend schools Emerita
Marin county superintend schools Emerita
Crystal Martinez
Trustee, College of Marin
Trustee, College of Marin
Patty Garbarino
Member, Marin County Board of Education
Member, Marin County Board of Education
Caitlin McShane
Trustee Mill Valley School District
Trustee Mill Valley School District
Brad Honsberger
Trustee, Mill Creek School District
Trustee, Mill Creek School District
Mike Watenpaugh
Superintendent, San Rafael School District (former)
Superintendent, San Rafael School District (former)
Maureen "Mo" De Nieva-Marsh
Trustee San Rafael School District
Trustee San Rafael School District
Natalie Katz
Trustee, Mill Valley School District
Trustee, Mill Valley School District
Marilyn Nemzer
Marin County Board of Education Trustee
Marin County Board of Education Trustee
Natu Tuatagaloa
Trustee San Rafael School District (Former)
Trustee San Rafael School District (Former)
Bruce Raful
San Rafael School Board (former)
San Rafael School Board (former)
Marin Municipalities
Brian Colbert
Councilmember, San Anselmo
Councilmember, San Anselmo
Catherine Way
Vice Mayor, Larkspur
Vice Mayor, Larkspur
Melissa Blaustein
Councilmember, Sausalito
Councilmember, Sausalito
Jill Hoffman
Councilmember, Sausalito
Councilmember, Sausalito
Holli Their
Vice Mayor, Tiburon
Vice Mayor, Tiburon
Janelle Kellman
Councilmember, Sausalito
Councilmember, Sausalito
Mark Milberg
Mayor, Novato
Mayor, Novato
Cathyrn Hilliard
Director, Southern Marin Fire
Director, Southern Marin Fire
Eli Beckman
Councilmember, Town of Corte Madera
Councilmember, Town of Corte Madera
Local Business Leaders
Rachel understands and knows what is needed for our beautiful and diverse community. She will work tirelessly to address the issues of those who need more while keeping a careful eye on the well-being of all. I've lived in Marin my whole life and I've been a downtown San Rafael small business owner for 26 years. I would be honored to have Rachel as my City Council member.
— Carol Kelly
Carol Kelly Designs
Carolyn Flannery
Make It Home
Make It Home
Melissa Prandi
Prandi Property Management
Prandi Property Management
Kim Diamond & Craig Blum
Johnny's Doughnuts
Johnny's Doughnuts
Leigh Bakhtiari
City Carpets
City Carpets
Michelle & Jeff Leopold
Marin ACE Hardware
Marin ACE Hardware
Brian McLeran
McLearan Roofing (retired)
McLearan Roofing (retired)
Daryoush Davidi
United With Earth
United With Earth
Community Members
A great public servant! — Mary and David Rabb
We need Rachel Kertz leadership on the San Rafael City Council. — Caran Cuneo
We are very fortunate to have Rachel Kertz serving the City of San Rafael! — Michelyn Good
Rachel Kertz has proven to be a thoughtful and intelligent member of the San Rafael City Council. The City will do well to have her serve another term. — Martin Malkin
Rachel has been working tirelessly for the residents of San Rafael for many years. She shows up, listens to our concerns and makes things happen. I feel very fortunate to have someone of her caliber representing us on the city council . — lisa pavlovsky
Rachel has always been committed to her community and its people. — Norm Levin
Mr.
Rachel is a committed public servant, a hard worker and a fabulous organizer! — Cindy Ostroff
Rachel Kertz offers the leadership, commitment, intellect, and experience we need in San Rafael. Her work ethic and history of service to our community speak volumes, and absolutely qualify her to be an effective City Council member. Rachel unequivocally has my support. — Jennifer Harris-Marks
Ms.
I’m so grateful for Rachel’s excellent leadership and care for all of San Rafael! — Lisa Doran
CPA
Rachel has been an invaluable advocate for all the residents of San Rafael: youth, families, and older adults. We need her experience and dedication on the City Council! — Caran Cuneo
I wholeheartedly endorse Rachel Kertz. She keeps her constituents in first place. She represents San Rafael on the Marin Wildfire Prevention Authority and other important organizations. She is bright, dynamic and makes things happen. Rachel is a winner. — Cathryn Hilliard
Board Member, Southern Marin Fire District
I think Rachel would be a fine addition. You are a clear headed, action person, and someone who cares for our community. I’m happy to share your name as a viable candidate for the office.
— Nicole Love, Community Member Mont Marin
Rachel's commitment to the community is outstanding. She's a good listener and a great problem solver. The more I work with her on our neighborhood association board, the more I appreciate her skills in making things happen. She would be a tremendous asset to the City Council. = Sarah McClendon, Mont Marin Community Member — Sarah McClendon
I support Rachel Kertz for San Rafael City Council.
— Will Hanamoto
Good luck, Rachel. You will be a great addition to the San Rafael City Council — Roberta Michels
I support Rachel Kertz for San Rafael City Council. — Diana McKim
I've known Rachael for many years as a neighbor, fellow parent and friend. She has always put community first, which is sorely needed right now. She will be a tremendous asset to our city, and I endorse her whole-heartedly. — David Morrison
I can think of no better candidate for San Rafael City Council's 4th District than Rachel Kertz. I've known Rachel for more than two decades, first as a colleague then as a friend. She is one of those rare people who thinks deeply and clearly, has the ability to understand and listen, consider both sides, and make the best decision for the good of all involved. I trust her, I admire her, and I would be proud to have her represent me in any situation. Passionate about the community, Rachel will continue to work for the betterment of students, parents, and the whole community as a member of the San Rafael City Council. — Julie Wilider
— Paulette McDevitt, Community Member Mont MarinRachel is always available and responsive, thank you.
I have known Rachel for a number of years, and in addition to being impressed with her work on the school board, I admire her as a person. I believe San Rafael would greatly benefit by having Rachel serve on its city council. — Kevin Smead
I am enthusiastically endorsing Rachel Kertz for San Rafael City Council. I have worked with Rachel on several boards and projects so I know how dedicated she is. She has a very strong work ethic and cares so much for her community. Rachel will be a huge asset to our city politics and I'm looking forward to the positive difference she will make. — Beth Silver
Rachel is a candidate with integrity who will work hard to serve EVERYONE. She listens and is committed to improvement. She is reflective and makes decisions based on stakeholders input, data, and experience. Most importantly, she follows through and is a doer! I have watched Rachel lead in San Rafael City Schools for the past 7 years and she is fair, approachable, and extremely well respected. — Katy Dunlap, Principal Terra Linda High School*
I don't know anyone who works harder for the betterment of the citizens of San Rafael than Rachel Kertz. We have worked together on a number of committees and campaigns and when Rachel is on board, you know that everything will turn out well. — Joanne Greene
I support Rachel Kertz for San Rafael City Council. — Aaron Bortel
I would like to endorse Rachel Kertz. — Tory O’keefe
I have watched Rachel grow and mature into a caring, nurturing, and dedicated woman who understands the importance of good public policy and investing today so that our community will benefit in the years to come. Rachel is committed to community building and, if elected, she will put her heart and soul into her civic duties. We can trust Rachel to do what’s right. Geza Kadar, retired attorney. — Geza Kadar
I've known Rachel for many years through various community organizations. She's exhibits the highest integrity, through thoughtful and dedicated actions that San Rafael an even better place to live and raise families. She will represent Terra Linda Area in a way that will best serve our community. — Norm Levin
Rachel Kertz has proven her dedication to the health and well being of our community with years and years of work and action. Her intelligence, leadership and values as a human being are aligned with everything that matters in today's world and the challenges we face. Rachel Kertz has my vote in spades. — Julie Fingersh
Rachel Kertz has been a tireless worker for affordable housing, housing for the homeless, immigrant rights and more, through her activities with the Marin MOC. As a member of the San Rafael School Board Rachel has advocated for all of our children education. — antoinette golbus
I have worked with Rachel before and can say with assurance that she is the most qualified lady in town! — Mary and David Rabb
Toni and I think that Rachel would be an outstanding member of the San Rafael City Council. She has years of experience in serving the community on the school board, and had been involved in many other community projects and programs. — Mitchell Golbus
I have known Rachel for 13 years and she is a wonderful caring community leader. I was delighted to hear that she is running for San Rafael City Council, and I am grateful to endorse her as a small business owner in San Rafael. Michelle Leopold, Owner, Marin Ace Hardware — Michelle Leopold
I have worked with Rachel over many years for many local organizations. She is a stellar leader, combining wisdom, organization, caring and a kind heart. She is exactly what our city needs. I give her my full endorsement! — Cindy Ostroff
Jeanne Friedel
Three Term Larkspur Park and Recreation Commissioner
Three Term Larkspur Park and Recreation Commissioner
Susan Kreusch
Kevin Smead
Chantal Walker
Val Hornstein
Attorney
Attorney
Nicole Kaneko Burak
Shoaleh Farman
Suzanne Alpert
Educator
Educator
Joanne Greene
Katy Dunlap
Terra Linda High Principal
Terra Linda High Principal
Nathan Kertz
Ryan Kertz
Jeff Greendorfer
Loren Kertz
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