Montecito Fire Protection District Director (Santa Barbara County)

What this office does

A fire-district board: sets the budget and tax rate for fire protection and emergency medical services in its area.

Candidates

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Quick answers

Who is running for Montecito Fire Protection District Director (Santa Barbara County) in 2026?

Penelope Bianchi, Jason Copus, Jeffrey Guy Gittler, Peter R. Taffae and Jenelle Williams.

Who is the incumbent?

Jason Copus currently holds this office.

What does this office do?

A fire-district board: sets the budget and tax rate for fire protection and emergency medical services in its area.

Who should I vote for in the Montecito Fire Protection District Director (Santa Barbara 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.