Okanogan County Sheriff, Short and full term · Washington 2026 General Election

Jodie Barcus

Prefers Republican Party

Okanogan County Sheriff

The gist

Supports community partnerships as the basis of law enforcement.
Pledges a visible, approachable and transparent Sheriff's Office.
Supports working with schools and tribal communities on safety.

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Supports community partnerships as the basis of law enforcement.
Candidate statement, Online Voters' Guide, November 3, 2026 General Election
Provided by the campaign · Washington Secretary of State (statement written by the candidate) · voter.votewa.gov
“I have believed that effective law enforcement starts with strong community partnerships and open communication.”
Pledges a visible, approachable and transparent Sheriff's Office.
Candidate statement, Online Voters' Guide, November 3, 2026 General Election
Provided by the campaign · Washington Secretary of State (statement written by the candidate) · voter.votewa.gov
“maintaining a Sheriff’s Office that is visible, approachable, transparent, and dedicated to serving every community”
Supports working with schools and tribal communities on safety.
Candidate statement, Online Voters' Guide, November 3, 2026 General Election
Provided by the campaign · Washington Secretary of State (statement written by the candidate) · voter.votewa.gov
“I have worked closely with local schools, tribal communities, protective services, and regional partners”

Gisberth (Giz) Gonzalez

Prefers REPUBLICAN Party

Deputy, Okanogan County Sheriff's Office

The gist

Proposes restarting contract inmates to fund the county jail.
Supports addressing jail corrections officer staffing shortages.
Proposes a retention program for field deputies.
Pledges enhanced deputy training and standards.
Pledges transparency and community outreach to restore trust.
Supports bridging the Hispanic community and law enforcement.

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Proposes restarting contract inmates to fund the county jail.
Candidate statement, Online Voters' Guide, November 3, 2026 General Election
Provided by the campaign · Washington Secretary of State (statement written by the candidate) · voter.votewa.gov
“In “Contract Inmates”, we can address the growing issue in our jail.”
Supports addressing jail corrections officer staffing shortages.
Gisberth Gonzalez for Sheriff
Campaign website · Gisberth Gonzalez campaign · gonzalez4sheriff.com
“Now you have a staffing level at around 8 to 10 Corrections Officers”
Proposes a retention program for field deputies.
Gisberth Gonzalez for Sheriff
Campaign website · Gisberth Gonzalez campaign · gonzalez4sheriff.com
“the current shortage of field deputies, more specifically lateral deputies and the lack of any semblance of a retention program”
Pledges enhanced deputy training and standards.
Candidate statement, Online Voters' Guide, November 3, 2026 General Election
Provided by the campaign · Washington Secretary of State (statement written by the candidate) · voter.votewa.gov
“I will pursue enhancing training and standards that equip our Deputies with the tools to be proactive in the community.”
Pledges transparency and community outreach to restore trust.
Candidate statement, Online Voters' Guide, November 3, 2026 General Election
Provided by the campaign · Washington Secretary of State (statement written by the candidate) · voter.votewa.gov
“Once elected, I plan to restore trust through transparency and community outreach that goes beyond my door.”
Supports bridging the Hispanic community and law enforcement.
Gisberth Gonzalez for Sheriff
Campaign website · Gisberth Gonzalez campaign · gonzalez4sheriff.com
“Strengthen relationships with every community and continue bridging cultural and language gaps.”