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Lisanna Dominguez
Lisanna Dominguez is a member of the Santa Clara Valley Open Space Authority in California, representing District 6. Her current term ends in 2026.
Dominguez ran in a special election to the San Jose-Evergreen Community College District Board to represent Trustee Area 7 in California. She lost in the special general election on November 7, 2023.
Dominguez completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2023. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Lisanna Dominguez was born in San Jose, California. Dominguez earned an associate degree from De Anza Community College in 2005, a bachelor's degree from the University of California, Santa Cruz in 2007, and a graduate degree from the University of the People in 2019. Her career experience includes working as a nonprofit professional.[1]
Elections
2023
See also: Municipal elections in Santa Clara County, California (2023)
General election
Special general election for San Jose-Evergreen Community College District Trustee Area 7
Clay Hale defeated Lisanna Dominguez, Diego Barragan, Stephen Eckstone, and Anthony Macias in the special general election for San Jose-Evergreen Community College District Trustee Area 7 on November 7, 2023.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Clay Hale (Nonpartisan)  | 46.9 | 2,889 |
 | Lisanna Dominguez (Nonpartisan) | 33.1 | 2,042 | |
| Diego Barragan (Nonpartisan) | 8.3 | 513 | ||
| Stephen Eckstone (Nonpartisan) | 7.8 | 482 | ||
 | Anthony Macias (Nonpartisan) | 3.8 | 235 | |
| Total votes: 6,161 | |||
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Endorsements
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Campaign themes
2023
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Lisanna Dominguez completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2023. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Dominguez's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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- Promote and Strengthen Community College Education: Community colleges are an essential part of our higher education system, providing accessible and affordable education to diverse students. I will promote community colleges as not only a viable option for higher education in Silicon Valley but sometimes the best one. This includes advocating for increased funding and resources to enhance the quality of education and expand course offerings to under-resourced locations, such as East San Jose. Investing in community colleges means investing in the future of Silicon Valley.
- Expand Career Pathway Opportunities: Creating more career pathway opportunities for community college students is vital. I will forge strong partnerships with local unions, industries, and employers in order to develop programs that align with the job market demands. This involves offering internships, apprenticeships, and hands-on training to equip students with the practical skills they need to thrive in their chosen fields. I will work to bridge the gap between education and the workforce, ensuring students can smoothly transition into meaningful and well-paying careers after completing their education.
- Enhance Student Support and Academic Programs: Supporting students throughout their academic journey is crucial for their success. I will prioritize student support services, including counseling, tutoring, and academic support programs. Additionally, I will ensure that educational programs cater to students' diverse needs, such as initiatives for adult learners, career changers, and non-traditional students. By addressing barriers to education, we can improve retention rates and help students achieve their academic and career goals.
Access to High-Quality Education: My policy priorities are promoting community college education, creating more career opportunities for students, and enhancing the support and academic programs to transfer to a 4-year college. Through these efforts, I aim to support our students and ensure they have the tools and options necessary to succeed in the Bay Area's dynamic workforce.
South Bay Labor Council
Dean Democratic Club of Silicon Valley
American Federation of Teachers (AFT 6157)
Democratic Activists for Women Now (DAWN)
Santa Clara County Democratic Party
Afro UPRIS
Silicon Valley Asian Pacific American Democratic Club
National Women's Political Caucus (NWPC)
Individuals:
Dave Cortese, California State Senator (District 15)
Ash Kalra, California Assemblymember (District 25)
Sylvia Arenas, Santa Clara County Supervisor (District 1)
Cindy Chavez, Santa Clara County Supervisor (District 2)
Susan Ellenberg, President of the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors (District 4)
Vice Mayor Rosemary Kamei, City of San José Councilmember (District 1)
Sergio Jimenez, City of San José Councilmember, (District 2)
Omar Torres, City of San José Councilmember (District 3)
Raul Peralez, Former City of San José Councilmember (District 3)
Peter Ortiz, City of San José Councilmember (District 5)
Dev Davis, City of San José Councilmember (District 6)
Domingo Candelas, City of San José Councilmember (District 8)
Ellen Kamei, City of Mountain View Councilmember and Former Mayor
Ron Gonzales, Former Mayor of San José
Tara Sreekrishnan, Santa Clara County Office of Education Trustee
Carla Collins, Board Member of San José Unified School District
Jeremy Barousse, Board President (Pro Tem) of Evergreen School District
Lorena Chavez, Board President of East Side Union High School District
Carla Hernández, Trustee & Board President of Oak Grove School District
Jorge Pacheco, Jr., Trustee of Oak Grove School District and President of California Latino School Boards Association
Diego Martinez, Trustee of Oak Grove School District
Minh Pham, Trustee and Board President of Alum Rock Union Elementary School District
Corina Herrera-Loera, Trustee of Alum Rock Union Elementary School District
Maria Fuentes, Trustee of San José Evergreen Community College District
Robert Livengood, Trustee of San José Evergreen Community College District
Chris Norwood, Board President of Milpitas Unified School District
Albert Gonzalez, Trustee of Santa Clara Unified School District
Jose Luis Pacheco, CalPERS Board Member
Carlos Rosario, President of the Santa Clara County Black Lawyers Association
Betty Duong, Chief of Staff for Santa Clara County
Meredith Curry-Nuñez, Owner & Principal Consultant
Jessica Paz-Cedillos, Nonprofit Leader
Gabriela Chavez-Lopez, Community Advocate
Brendan Rawson, Nonprofit Leader
Milan Balinton, Nonprofit Leader
Maritza Maldonado, Nonprofit Leader
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See also
2023 Elections
External links
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Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on November 7, 2023
