Who Are You Voting For?

Many Newark residents have already put in their votes to choose a new mayor, decide who will fill two vacant seats on the city council and vote on whether to approve a proposed school bond measure.

Three individuals are vying for the mayor's seat: Ana Apodaca, Al Nagy and Ray Rodriguez. Incumbent Luis Freitas hopes to keep his council seat, while four others are hoping to fill another vacant seat: Rick Bensco, Mike Bucci, Sucy Collazo and Jack Dane.

So how who do Newark voters want as their future leaders? Whom did you vote for?

Here's what voters said during exit poll interviews and on Newark Patch's Facebook page:

"Nagy because he's very familiar with Newark, and Luis Freitas. — Will Knutson

"I voted for Ray Rodriguez [for mayor] because he has helped the community a lot. … And Sucy Collazo. We know the family and she’s always been interested in Newark just like her father, who passed away. Yes on Measure G. —Alma Montemayor

"I voted for Mike Bucci For Newark City Council. I think Newark needs a change and I think he's someone who can do it. The Mayoral race is going to be a close one. I think both Apodaca and Nagy are strong choices. It was really hard to decide between them. Ultimately I went with Nagy, but I am pleased that regardless of who wins, both of them will still be involved in Newark politics as council members, if nothing else.” — Kirsten Marshall

Unofficial, preliminary results are scheduled to be issued after 8 p.m. Tuesday, according to the Alameda County Registrar of Voters.

Be sure to visit our election results page . Catch up on other Newark Patch election coverage here.

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