Sacramento, California – West Sacramento residents will have an opportunity to hear directly from candidates seeking positions in local government and public education, all without leaving their homes. Six candidates competing for three elected positions are expected to share their views during an online forum this Wednesday.
With decisions affecting schools and neighborhoods drawing interest across the community, the event offers voters a chance to learn more about the people hoping to represent them.
The West Sacramento Chamber of Commerce is hosting its 2026 Candidates Forum on Wednesday, October 14, bringing together candidates for the Washington Unified School District Board of Trustees and the West Sacramento City Council.
The event will be broadcast live on Facebook, with the livestream scheduled to begin at 4:45 p.m. Residents can follow the discussion online and hear the candidates explain their perspectives on issues affecting West Sacramento.
Three separate races will be represented during the forum, each featuring two candidates.
For the Washington Unified School District Trustee Area 1 position, Virginia Coffey and Maria Grijalva are the participating candidates. Their appearance will give residents an opportunity to hear from both individuals seeking to serve in a role connected to the local public education system.
The discussion will also include candidates competing for two seats on the West Sacramento City Council.
In District 3, Preston Jackson and Dave Jans will participate in the forum, offering their perspectives on matters important to the community.
Meanwhile, the District 4 race will be represented by Verna Sulpizio Hull and Kathy Bailey, who will also have an opportunity to communicate their views to residents watching the event.
By bringing together candidates from both education and city government, the Chamber’s forum provides a setting for voters to become more familiar with the people seeking these positions.
The event is especially relevant to residents of the districts involved, although anyone interested in West Sacramento’s future can follow the livestream.
The Chamber is encouraging community members to watch the broadcast and stay informed about the upcoming discussions.
Those planning to participate online can visit the official 2026 Candidates Forum Facebook event page for updates and access to the live presentation.
The livestream begins at 4:45 p.m. on Wednesday, October 14, giving residents a convenient way to follow the candidates’ remarks and learn more about their positions on community issues.