November 5, 2024 Election Results
Hesperia, California (Our Hesperia) – The Hesperia Recreation and Park District held elections on November 5, 2024, to fill seats in Division 2 and Division 4. The candidates presented diverse visions for enhancing the community’s recreational facilities and services.
As of 2:00pm November 9, 2024, the total number of ballots counted were 487,794 with 269,700 unprocessed and 20,500 challenged ballots / left to cure (noncomparable signature on identification envelope or unsigned identification envelope and first-time federal voter).
Division 2: Kelly Jay Gregg vs. Kim M. Hague
In Division 2, incumbent Kelly Jay Gregg faced challenger Kim M. Hague. Gregg, a resident of Hesperia for over 50 years and a local business owner, has been actively involved in community leadership.
Hague, a community advocate, emphasized the importance of maintaining and improving the district’s parks and recreational programs.
As of the latest reports, the vote counts are as follows:
- Kelly Jay Gregg: 2,205 (70.45%)
- Kim M. Hague: 967 (29.55%)
Division 4: James M. Blocker vs. Kenneth Nowicki
The Division 4 race featured James M. Blocker and Kenneth Nowicki. Blocker, currently serving as the chairman of the Hesperia Area Recreation District Foundation, has been instrumental in community events, notably reviving the Hesperia Days Rodeo after a 12-year hiatus.
Nowicki, a candidate dedicated to enhancing the district’s recreational offerings, aimed to bring fresh perspectives to the board.
The current vote counts are:
- James M. Blocker: 2,321 (57.49%)
- Kenneth Nowicki: 1,716 (42.51%)
These results reflect the community’s engagement in shaping the future of Hesperia’s recreational and park services. The elected board members will play a crucial role in overseeing the development and maintenance of the district’s facilities, ensuring they meet the needs and expectations of residents. The director’s greatest challenge will be to keep a park manager.
