Two years ago, Measure R, a ballot initiative to fund a commuter rail system in Sonoma and Marin Counties failed by less than 1.5%. This fall, Measure Q revisits that issue with a revised proposal to build and operate the SMART train between Cloverdale and Larkspur. Sonoma County voters have generally backed the measure while opposition remains concentrated in Marin County. Both sides on Measure Q took part in this live and lively debate in the KRCB-FM studios on Thursday evening, Oct. 2.

 

To see a map of the proposed train route and station locations, click here . 

For more information on the  SMART train campaign for Measure Q, click here .

The North Bay Citizens for Effective Transportation opposes the SMART train plan. You'll find their website here.

 

Sharon Wright and Shirlee Zane, the two candidates for the 3th District Supervisor of Sonoma County, discuss key issues with KRCB reporter Bruce Robinson, the host in the following debate.

 

Sharon Wright with Supervisor Tim Smith

To view Sharon Wright's website, click here .

To read about Shirlee Zane and her campaign, click here .

The 1st district supervisor race in this election features the only incumbent seeking re-election, Valerie Brown, who is being challenged by environmentalist Will Pier. Bruce Robinson discusses issues facing the east county and beyond with both two candidates in this live broadcast, recorded Thursday evening, September 18th.

 

To view Valerie Brown's campaign website, click here .

To read more about Will Pier and his campaign, click here .

Fifth District Supervisor candidates Efren Carrillo and Rue Furch answered questions from KRCB News Director Bruce Robinson in a live discussion broadcast at 6:30 pm on September 11th. You can hear the whole conversation below.

Click on each candidate's photo to link to their campaign website.