Vanessa Rozo Candidate for

SLO County Clerk-Recorder 2026.

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SLO County Clerk-Recorder Candidate | Vanessa Rozo.

We asked each candidate to answer a few questions so that you can know a little more about their priorities. Click on each question to reach the candidate’s answer.

- Why do you want to be the SLO County Clerk-Recorder?

This role is fundamental to maintaining public trust in government. This office safeguards vital records, ensures fair and secure elections, and provides essential services that people rely on during some of the most important moments of their lives. I’m motivated by a commitment to accuracy, transparency, and accessibility. I want to make sure records are well-managed and easily accessible, while also protecting sensitive information. I value the opportunity to support safe, efficient, and trustworthy elections that the community can have full confidence in.

- April 6, 2026

Election Races Almost Set.

With the nomination period winding down, candidates for the June Primary Election are being set, with several positions having no one to challenge the incumbent. Information for this story is based on the “unofficial” candidates list issued March 19 by the SLO County Clerk-Recorder, who is the top elections official.

As for the Clerk’s job, she said, “My commitments for a stronger SLO County — fair, legal, and ethical elections. I am dedicated to ensuring fair, legal, and ethical elections for all residents.”

Rozo added, “I will vigilantly protect the nonpartisan nature of this essential role. This includes working to eliminate the disenfranchising of voter precincts, lobbying against gerrymandering, and holding candidates accountable for campaign fraud by utilizing the Public Integrity Unit.”

- Written by Neil Farrel. March 27, 2026

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SLO County Public Policy & The Law

02-14-26: Vanessa Rozo Candidate For SLO County Clerk Recorder

SLO County Clerk-Recorder candidates talk campaign finance, election policies, and immigration enforcement.

With less than six months before the primary election, San Luis Obispo County clerk-recorder candidates are committed to increasing campaign donations, transparency in elections, and boosting voter safety.

Incumbent County Clerk-Recorder Elaina Cano, who announced her reelection campaign on Jan. 29, told New Times she raised $3,300 in contributions since January and is actively fundraising. Available campaign finance documents showed that she raised $714 in December 2025.

“I did not conduct fundraising outreach until late December because my responsibility throughout most of 2025 was administering the statewide special election,” she said.

Cano’s campaign finance filings show that she received donations from Salt Lake City parks maintenance employee Zennon Cano, and retired Los Osos resident Patrick Perry. She also supplemented her campaign funding with almost $830 from her 2022 campaign.

Cano will be defending her seat in the June 2 election against Oceano business owner Vanessa Rozo and former Arroyo Grande mayoral candidate Gaea Powell, who faces voter fraud charges from the District Attorney’s Office.

- Written by Bulbul Rajagopal

February 12, 2026

Third candidate enters the SLO County Clerk-Recorder's race.

Another candidate has entered the race for San Luis Obispo County Clerk-Recorder, which is now a three person race.Rozo is running against incumbent Elaina Cano and Gaea Powell. Powell, who is currently battling charges of election fraud, filed a federal lawsuit against Cano and San Luis Obispo County alleging violations of constitutional rights based on a past election.

-Written by Karen Velie

December 22, 2025

Local business owner and paralegal announces run for SLO County Clerk-Recorder.

A new face to politics has entered the race to be San Luis Obispo County’s top elections official. Vanessa Rozo, a local business owner and paralegal from Grover Beach, has put her name in the hat for what is turning out to be a crowded race for clerk-recorder in 2026.

“I’m running for County Clerk-Recorder to give back, uphold the law and ensure every resident’s voice is heard and counted,” Rozo told The Tribune.

“The duties of this office demand impartiality and a deep respect for due process. I am committed to serving every resident with that same level of professionalism.” The California primary election is on June 2.

- Written by Chloe Shrager

Updated December 22, 2025

Oceano business owner Vanessa Rozo enters SLO County Clerk-Recorder race.

San Luis Obispo County Clerk-Recorder Elaina Cano will have to defend her post against N-Hance Wood Refinishing owner Vanessa Rozo in the June 2026 primary election.

Oceano businesswoman Rozo is campaigning on a platform that mainly proposes to uphold accurate voter rolls and protect recorded property titles. She didn’t respond to New Times’ requests for comment. Campaign finance data showed that Rozo donated $1,325 to the Republican Party of SLO County in 2025. Her official campaign pages on Instagram and Facebook also contain pictures with Cal Poly Turning Point chapter representatives and with Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco—a Republican candidate for next year’s state governor race.