Julie Bocanegra
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Julie Bocanegra is the District 1 representative on the Evergreen Public Schools school board in Washington. She was initially appointed to the position in 2012. Bocanegra won a new term in the by-district general election on November 7, 2017.
Biography
Bocanegra's professional experience includes managing two branches of the Columbia Credit Union. She has also served as the chair of the Battle Ground Chamber of Commerce.[1]
Elections
2017
Two of the five seats on the Evergreen Public Schools school board in Washington were up for by-district general election on November 7, 2017. A primary election was held for both seats on August 1, 2017, because more than two candidates filed for each seat.
District 1 board member Julie Bocanegra defeated newcomer Megan Miles in the general. They both fended off Dennis Jeppson in the primary. In District 5, Ginny Gronwoldt defeated Park Llafet in the general. They competed in the general by defeating James (Jimee Tee) Taylor and Janelle Tuominen in the primary.[2]
Results
| Evergreen Public Schools, District 1 General Election, 4-year term, 2017 |
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|---|---|---|
| Candidate | Vote % | Votes |
 Julie Bocanegra Incumbent |
60.39% | 12,662 |
| Megan Miles | 39.61% | 8,306 |
| Total Votes | 20,968 | |
| Source: Clark County, "November 7, 2017 General Election," accessed November 22, 2017These election results are unofficial and will be updated after official vote totals are made available. | ||
| Evergreen Public Schools, District 1 Primary Election, 4-year term, 2017 |
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|---|---|---|
| Candidate | Vote % | Votes |
| Julie Bocanegra Incumbent |
57.79% | 7,864 |
| Megan Miles |
36.77% | 5,003 |
| Dennis Jeppson | 5.45% | 741 |
| Total Votes | 13,608 | |
| Source: Clark County, "August 1, 2017 Primary," accessed August 17, 2017 | ||
Funding
Bocanegra opted for mini reporting in this election, according to the Washington Public Disclosure Commission.[3] Candidates who opted for this had to keep a record of their contributors and expenditures, but were not required to report them. If they raised and spent more than $5,000 in aggregate or received more than $500 from any one contributor, including themselves, they would have had to switch their filing status from mini to full reporting.[4]
Endorsements
Bocanegra received an official endorsement from The Columbian in both the primary and general elections.[5][6]
2013
Bocanegra sought her first full term on the board against challenger Daniel Poletti on November 5, 2013.
Election results
| Evergreen school board, District 1, Four-year term, November 5, 2013 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
| Nonpartisan | Julie Bocanegra Incumbent |
50.2% | 9,908 | |
| Nonpartisan | Daniel Poletti | 49.8% | 9,818 | |
| Total Votes | 19,726 | |||
| Source: Clark County Auditor's Office, "November 5, 2013 General Election," November 26, 2013 | ||||
Funding
Bocanegra reported no contributions or expenditures to the Washington Public Disclosure Commission in this election.[7]
Campaign themes
2017
Bocanegra made the following statement on her 2017 campaign website:[8]
| “ | My name is Julie Bocanegra and I am currently serving as the Evergreen Public School Board Director. I was appointed to the position in 2012 and elected in 2013.
It is an honor to serve as a board director for Evergreen Public Schools, and I am proud of the work that we have accomplished during my tenure. Providing a quality education to every student is my top priority. This is an exciting time for Evergreen Public Schools, as graduation rates continue to rise each year and consistently be above the state average. We offer a variety of programs for students to become college or career ready, as we continue to reach for the highest levels of student achievement. The district has been recognized for sound fiscal management and continued efforts to be responsible to taxpayers. I believe that supporting public schools builds strong communities and I will continue to be an advocate for every student in our district. As a lifelong Clark County resident, I am committed to ensuring we keep improving and adapting to changing times. Through education, every child has the opportunity to see their potential through. I will continue to help bring equity and access to every student throughout the entire district by removing barriers and providing support for families within our schools. My years of service on the school board and my continued community service demonstrate my collaboration with all stakeholders to ensure what is best for our children and our community.[9] |
” |
| —Julie Bocanegra (2017)[8] | ||
2013
Bocanegra provided the following statement for the 2013 Local Voters' Pamphlet in Clark County:[10]
| “ | It is an honor to be serving on the Board of Directors for the Evergreen School District. Providing a quality education to every student is my top priority. I believe in a safe learning environment that provides learning opportunities that aid all students to reach their highest potential. With my years of management experience in the financial industry, I am committed to sound financial policies and stewardship. Because of my service on local boards with the little league and the chamber of commerce, I am successful collaborating with our community partners to make decisions that will benefit our children.[9] | ” |
| —Julie Bocanegra (2013)[10] | ||
See also
- Evergreen Public Schools (Clark), Washington
- Evergreen Public Schools elections (2017)
- Evergreen Public Schools elections (2013)
External links
- Evergreen Public Schools
- Office website
- Julie Bocanegra 2017 campaign website
- Julie Bocanegra 2017 Facebook campaign page
Footnotes
- ↑ Evergreen Public Schools, "School Board," accessed October 3, 2013
- ↑ Clark County, "Candidates Who Have Filed," accessed May 23, 2017
- ↑ Washington Public Disclosure Commission, "Local Candidates," accessed October 11, 2017
- ↑ Washington State Public Disclosure Commission, "New Candidates," accessed June 22, 2017
- ↑ The Columbian, "In Our View: Give the Edge to Bocanegra," October 11, 2017
- ↑ The Columbian, "In Our View: Bocanegra, Miles for Evergreen Public Schools board Pos. 1," July 12, 2017
- ↑ Washington Public Disclosure Commission, "Local Candidates," accessed December 17, 2013
- ↑ 8.0 8.1 Re-Elect Julie Bocanegra, "Home," accessed June 22, 2017
- ↑ 9.0 9.1 Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.
- ↑ 10.0 10.1 Clark County Auditor, "Local Voters' Pamphlet," accessed October 3, 2013
| Evergreen Public Schools (Clark) elections in 2017 | |
| Clark County, Washington | |
| Election date: | Primary: August 1, 2017 General: November 7, 2017 |
| Candidates: | District 1: Incumbent, Julie Bocanegra • Dennis Jeppson • Megan Miles District 5: Ginny Gronwoldt • Park Llafet • James (Jimee Tee) Taylor • Janelle Tuominen |
| Important information: | What's at stake? |
