El Toro Water District Director, Full Term (Orange County)

What this office does

Elected board of a local special district that provides water, irrigation water or sewer service in its area. These districts are funded mainly by customer rates and fees; the board sets those rates, adopts the budget and approves pipes, treatment plants and other projects.

Candidates

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Quick answers

Who is running for El Toro Water District Director, Full Term (Orange County) in 2026?

Alfredo Cardenas, Kathryn Freshley and Mike Gaskins.

Who is the incumbent?

Kathryn Freshley and Mike Gaskins currently holds this office.

What does this office do?

Elected board of a local special district that provides water, irrigation water or sewer service in its area. These districts are funded mainly by customer rates and fees; the board sets those rates, adopts the budget and approves pipes, treatment plants and other projects.

Who should I vote for in the El Toro Water District Director, Full Term (Orange County) race?

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When is the election?

The general election was Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Counts are unofficial until each state certifies its results over the following weeks; your state or county election office has the official results.