Orland City Council · Nov 3, 2026
Sharon
Lazorko
Sharon Lazorko is running for Orland City Council in the Nov 3, 2026 election; 4 candidates are running for 2 seats.
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The race · City Council
- 01Alex EnriquezIncumbent
- 02Sharon LazorkoYou’re reading
- 03John McDermottIncumbent
- 04Andy Ramirez
Background
- About
- Sharon Lazorko has served on the Orland Planning Commission for more than ten years. She retired from Glenn County Public Health after a career developing health programs and administering grants.
- Occupation (from candidate statement)
- Appointed Planning Commissioner
- Party
- Nonpartisan race. California Constitution, Article II, Section 6
On the record: Sharon Lazorko
8 sourced01Growth and development3 sourced positions
In her ballot statement, says that on the Planning Commission she has worked to support thoughtful planning and responsible growth.
I have worked to support thoughtful planning, responsible growth, and decisions that protect the character of our community while preparing for its future.”
Own statementGlenn County Voter Information Guide, November 3, 2026 General ElectionLink
Moved to continue the Lakewest Parkside rezone request (low- to high-density residential) so the city could complete the record (passed 5-0, August 2026).
Commission voteOrland Planning Commission minutes, August 27, 2026 · Aug 27, 2026Link
as summarized in the official minutes; not a direct quote
At the Planning Commission, expressed concerns about the proposed R-3 multifamily zoning for the Lakewest Parkside site, citing unknown factors.
Own statementOrland Planning Commission minutes, August 27, 2026 · Aug 27, 2026Link
02Cannabis dispensaries1 sourced position
Opposed cannabis dispensaries in Orland.
It wasn't right for Orland, in my opinion, and my opinion hasn't changed”
Forum answerAction News Now · Oct 6, 2026Link
03Budget1 sourced position
Said the city has to spend less and that she would protect basic services such as water, police and ambulance.
And we're in a position where we have to spend less. And so I would definitely protect our services, our basic services, because we depend on those services.”
Forum answerAction News Now · Oct 6, 2026Link
04District elections1 sourced position
as summarized in the official minutes; not a direct quote
In public comment, preferred that the council hold off on district elections until 2028.
Own statementOrland City Council minutes, May 5, 2026 · May 5, 2026Link
05Tree ordinance1 sourced position
as summarized in the official minutes; not a direct quote
At the Planning Commission, opposed additional tree regulations and favored education and outreach instead.
Own statementOrland Planning Commission minutes, January 22, 2026 · Jan 22, 2026Link
06City manager1 sourced position
as summarized in the official minutes; not a direct quote
In public comment, supported bringing back former City Manager Pete Carr as a consultant.
Own statementOrland City Council minutes, July 21, 2026 · Jul 21, 2026Link
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Sharon Lazorko: their words and their votes on the same issue
Growth and development
In their words
At the Planning Commission, expressed concerns about the proposed R-3 multifamily zoning for the Lakewest Parkside site, citing unknown factors.
Aug 27, 2026 ·as summarized in the official minutes; not a direct quote ·Orland Planning Commission minutes, August 27, 2026 · Aug 27, 2026
In her ballot statement, says that on the Planning Commission she has worked to support thoughtful planning and responsible growth.
Glenn County Voter Information Guide, November 3, 2026 General Election
On the record
Moved to continue the Lakewest Parkside rezone request (low- to high-density residential) so the city could complete the record (passed 5-0, August 2026).
Aug 27, 2026 ·Orland Planning Commission minutes, August 27, 2026 · Aug 27, 2026
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