Richard Vasquez

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Richard Vasquez

Nonpartisan

Elections and appointments

Last election

November 3, 2020

Education

Graduate

Humphreys College, 2020

Richard Vasquez ran for election to the Lodi Unified Board of Education to represent Area 2 in California. He lost in the general election on November 3, 2020.

Vasquez completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2020. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Richard Vasquez was born in Stockton, California. He received a master's degree from Humphreys University in Stockton California.

Elections

2020

See also: Lodi Unified School District, California, elections (2020)

General election

General election for Lodi Unified School District Board of Education Trustee Area 2

Incumbent Gary Knackstedt defeated Richard Vasquez in the general election for Lodi Unified School District Board of Education Trustee Area 2 on November 3, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Gary Knackstedt (Nonpartisan)	62.5	6,999
		Richard Vasquez (Nonpartisan)	36.7	4,110
		Other/Write-in votes	0.8	89

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2018

See also: Municipal elections in San Joaquin County, California (2018)

General election

General election for San Joaquin Delta Community College District Trustee Area 3

Incumbent Janet Rivera defeated Eddie Brown and Richard Vasquez in the general election for San Joaquin Delta Community College District Trustee Area 3 on November 6, 2018.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Janet Rivera (Nonpartisan)	49.5	78,620
	Submit photo	Eddie Brown (Nonpartisan)	30.5	48,380
		Richard Vasquez (Nonpartisan)	20.0	31,671

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Campaign themes

2020

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Richard Vasquez completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2020. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Vasquez'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.

Richard A. Vasquez born Stockton, Ca has been involved in many different forms of service for the community. As former Trustee of San Joaquin Delta College , he holds a Masters in Education Administration , Bachelor's in Legal Studies and Associates in Criminal Justice. As a club member of Stockton Kawanis, Richard believes students are key factors for underlining success in all areas of economic development. He also is a committee member of Stockton's Measure W and Community Action Board ran though San Joaquin Probation Department, which oversees a mentoring program for students in Lodi Unified Schools. Richard upholds his values by serving on pasted committee's such as: Lodi Arts Commission, Lodi Pets Commission, Lodi Homeless Commission , Lodi Appeals Commission, Lodi Lions International , San Joaquin Delta College Measure L , San Joaquin Delta College Presidents Council and San Joaquin Delta College Foundation Committee. As a former ambassador for John Chiang for Governor of California and intern for Patrick Withrow for San Joaquin County Sheriff, he knows what it takes to be a leader in the community. Richard continues to serve as a public servant in all areas that seek success through positive outcomes. He is now preparing himself for a Doctrine in Law, which he will become a lawyer to better serve the public. Richard will provide student success and support all teachers to better the academic community for all schools in Lodi district.

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?

• Student and teachers come first above budgeting
• Academic success through community and parenting are positive influences
• Political leaders and social networking must be involved in all areas of educational opportunities

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Educational services programs and diverse classrooms are some of the key elements for student success.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

Being elected as San Joaquin Delta College Trustee Area 2 , in 2014

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

My first job was a paper distributor at the age of 12 and every since I've been active by knowing work and dedication provides success and leadership. At the age of 18, I joined the Union Steam Pipe Fitters as a hand employee. Helping welders and pipefitters with the neccessary applications for building industrial pipes. At the age of 22 , I wanted to learn about farming. So I found myself working in the agriculture area such as: building dairies from the ground up, harvesting alfalfa, garlic and other products that helped the agriculture industry. At the age of 26, I turn my talents to the culinary community which helped me thought out my years of college. Thus helping me with my schedule for academics. Cooking and food management helped me understand the value of safety and sanitation in the restaurant business. After graduating from college I moved on to better employment opportunities though out my years of academics.

What is the primary job of a school board member in your view?

As a board member I would recommend safety for all students and instructors through out the on-going pandemic 2020. Providing new policies that include parent and community support for learning about distance curriculum. However, I would seek opportunities within the district for understanding new guidelines for overcoming all boundaries that are affecting the learning environment for students. Having a goal for diversity learning and creating a policy that will enhance the skills for understanding culture awareness. Thus creating a legacy for classroom development and student achievement.

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