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Election News
14 April, our very own Alex Piland is in a runoff election for the office of Rio Rancho Mayor.
We can win this one if we get out the Democratic vote.
If you live in Rio Rancho and are a Democrat—or a Democrat-leaning DTS: check your voter registration, and be sure to head to your polling place on 14 April to vote for Alex Piland, the next mayor of Rio Rancho!
Our Elected Officials
Sandoval County Municipal Officials
News: Learn about who and what is on Rio Rancho’s ballot
From a fast-growing city to ancient villages, Sandoval County’s municipal governments play an important role in our democracy. Your municipality may have its own districts for councilors and other officials. Though many municipal positions are officially nonpartisan, learn your municipal candidates’ party registrations and political leanings. Two Sandoval County municipalities will hold elections in March 2026:
The City of Rio Rancho will elect several officials on 3 March 2026.
- Read about Rio Rancho’s current office holders and which positions can change.
- Thinking about running yourself? See the Rio Rancho Candidate Guide.
The Town of Bernalillo will elect one mayor and two at-large town councilors on 3 March 2026.
Sandoval County Commissioners
What does our County Commission do? A county commission is responsible for administering the county government, which includes levying local taxes, overseeing public services like health and safety, and managing budgets. Note that the Sandoval County Commission has five seats, but only two are held by Dems. Let’s support them and give them additional Democratic colleagues! Learn more about what this vital organization does and who our commissioners are: https://www.sandovaldemocrats.org/sandoval-county-commissioners/
Sandoval County Officials
NM State Senators and Representatives
Sandoval County currently has eight NM House Representative, six of whom are Democrats. The county has five senators, only two of whom are Democrats. Learn who represents you and how you can help make sure we elect more Democrats to represent us in Santa Fe: Sandoval County’s Elected Democrats in the House and Senate.
US Congress and Statewide Elected Officials
New Mexico has three congressional districts. The southern end of Sandoval County is represented by Melanie Stansbury. The northern part of Sandoval County is represented by Teresa Leger Fernández. State-wide elections elect our two senators, our governor, and other state officials. Visit the State Democratic Party page for the list of New Mexico’s Federal and State Officials.
It’s a Big County
Voting Districts
Districts often overlap county boundaries and they vary according to office. Learn how to easily find what voting districts you’re in and how all the districts look on maps.
What’s Happening
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A Matter of Opinion
Letters and articles by thoughtful Democrats on topics that matter.
What have Democrats done for you lately?
Apart from Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid, Affordable Healthcare Act, CHIPS, there is much more that Democrats have done to provide a economically stronger, healthier, “more perfect” union. Learn how Democrats have helped Sandoval County and how Republicans supporting their greedy, corrupt leader are trying to pillage our citizenry. Meet some people who can tell you why they became Democrats. Read on!
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Get Involved with Sandoval Dems!
Volunteering is a proven stress reliever! See how your time and talents can keep Sandoval County blue: Get Involved!
Run for something!
Municipal councils, school boards, the county commission, and other local offices are places where where you can make an immediate impact. See how at Run for Something.
Meet Our Team
The Democratic Party of Sandoval County depends on the work of scores of committed volunteers. Its leadership includes party officers and ward chairs.
Municipalities
From a fast-growing city to ancient villages, Sandoval County’s municipal governments play an important role in our democracy. Your municipality may have its own districts for councilors and other officials. Though many municipal positions are officially nonpartisan, learn your municipal candidates’ party registrations and political leanings.
Sovereign Nations
Sandoval County has more Sovereign Nations than any county in the US, except for San Diego: New Mexico Native Communities