November 5, 2024,, Election Results
Candidates District 2
Art Bishop serving on the Apple Valley Town Council since 2012, Bishop has been re-elected multiple times and currently holds the position of Mayor Pro Tem. His extensive public service career includes over 30 years in fire service, culminating as the fire chief of the Apple Valley Fire Protection District. Bishop is also a U.S. Army veteran and has initiated programs like the Mayor’s Youth Leadership Summit to engage high school students in local governance.
La Kerie Williams A resident of the High Desert since 2015, Williams is a small business owner with a background in law and political science. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Howard University and a Juris Doctorate from Thomas M. Cooley Law School. Williams actively volunteers with organizations such as The Millionaire Mind Kids, Inc., and serves on advisory committees within the Apple Valley Unified School District.
In addition to the District 2 race, Mayor Scott Nassif and Councilman Larry Cusack ran unopposed for the mayoral and District 1 council seats, respectively. Both were re-elected.
Voters also approved Measure P, a proposed 1% sales tax increase, with 64.99% voting in favor. The measure is expected to generate approximately $9 million in revenue for the town, earmarked for public safety, road repairs, and other essential services.
These election outcomes reflect the community’s support for experienced leadership and a commitment to enhancing local services through increased funding.
High Desert News Online feels comfortable to call Art Bishop for the 2nd district as the winner and the passing of measure P.
