Megan K. Scarborough (Indio City Clerk, California, candidate 2024)

Megan K. Scarborough

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Nonpartisan

Candidate, Indio City Clerk

Elections and appointments

Last election

November 5, 2024

Education

High school

La Quinta High School

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Birthplace

Indio, Calif.

Religion

Presbyterian

Profession

Clerk

Contact

Personal LinkedIn

Megan K. Scarborough ran for election to the Indio City Clerk in California. She was on the ballot in the general election on November 5, 2024.^[source]

Scarborough completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Megan K. Scarborough provided the following biographical information via Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey on October 7, 2024:

• Birth date: February 5, 1990
• Birth place: Indio, California
• High school: La Quinta High School
• Gender: Female
• Religion: Presbyterian
• Profession: Clerk
• Incumbent officeholder: No

Elections

General election

General election for Indio City Clerk

Cynthia Hernandez and Megan K. Scarborough ran in the general election for Indio City Clerk on November 5, 2024.

		Candidate
	Submit photo	Cynthia Hernandez (Nonpartisan)
	Submit photo	Megan K. Scarborough (Nonpartisan)

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Ballotpedia survey responses

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Megan K. Scarborough completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Scarborough's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I am a third generation public servant, born and raised in the City of Indio. I have always been passionate about the importance of public service. As someone deeply committed to civic engagement, I believe that a transparent, efficient, and accountable City Clerk’s office is crucial for maintaining trust in our local government.

As a Clerk of the Board with a background in political science, I have seen firsthand how clear communication and open access to public information can empower citizens and strengthen our community. I am running for City Clerk because I want to improve accessibility and ensure that everyone in Indio has the opportunity to participate in our local government.

At the core of my campaign is the belief that government should be open and accessible to everyone. I am dedicated to continuing the modernization of the Clerk’s office, making it easier for residents to access the information they need and providing more opportunities for public involvement. Together, we can build a city that works for all of us, driven by transparency and active engagement.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• Transparency and accountability. I will emphasize a commitment to making the city’s records and processes more transparent, accessible, and clear for all citizens.
• Efficient and modernized services. I will focus on improving the efficiency of the City Clerk's office by continuing the modernization of systems, leveraging technology, and ensuring that services, such as record-keeping and public notifications, are handled promptly and effectively.
• Community Engagement and Inclusivity. I will stay dedicated to involving the community in decision-making processes and ensuring that everyone, regardless of background, feels represented.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I am specifically passionate about flayering civic participation, especially with the youth. I want to encourage public involvement in local government by holding community forums, workshops, and outreach events where residents can voice their concerns and ideas.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

Loyalty. I was born and raised in the City of Indio and returned to the city to live and work, and to begin building my own family. This city gave so much to me in my formative years and now it is my turn to give back to the city.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

The most important responsibility of this office is to ensure transparency.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

The Desert Sun Editorial Board, Riverside County Democratic Party, and Planned Parenthood Action Fund of the Pacific Southwest

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