Endorsements
We Stand With Joel.
Organizations and Political Clubs
Alice B. Toklas LGBTQ Democratic Club
Equality California
Housing Action Coalition
Nor Cal Carpenters Union
San Francisco Police Officers Association
San Francisco YIMBY
Sierra Club
Teamsters Joint Council No. 7
Westside Family Democratic Club
Elected Officials
Scott Wiener, State Senator
Rafael Mandelman, Board of Supervisors President
Matt Dorsey, Supervisor
Bilal Mahmood, Supervisor
Danny Sauter, Supervisor
Stephen Sherrill, Supervisor
Paul Miyamoto, Sheriff
Joaquin Torres, Assessor-Recorder
Parag Gupta, Board of Education Commissioner
Janice Li, BART Board Director
Edward Wright, BART Board Director
Art Agnos, Former Mayor
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Alex Wong
District 4 Resident and Public School Dad
“I’ve known Joel for over 8 years and he’s always been committed to making San Francisco a great place to raise a family. He’s fought for more housing, safer streets, and better schools: the key ingredients for a family-friendly city.”
Meredith Dodson
SF public school mom and advocate
"I’ll never forget how Joel listened to and lifted up public school issues during the pandemic and amplified parents’ concerns. And even more important, he has used his platform as supervisor to improve math policy at SFUSD to ensure there are advanced options for kids who are ready, and programs to get more kids ready for math acceleration. We need more leaders like Joel on the Board of Supervisors, not fewer."
Eliza Kern
Sunset Resident and Mom
"Joel has been a diligent public servant for Sunset families and children during his time in office and should not be recalled. Recalls are a waste of taxpayer resources and should not be used to resolve policy disagreements when we have regular city elections where people can cast their votes. The Sunset is lucky to have a leader like Joel who champions pragmatic solutions to difficult city issues."
Linda Ye
Former District 4 Youth Commissioner
“I have been a proud resident of District 4 since I was born, and one thing that I admire about Supervisor Engardio is that he always does his research to make sure that we find the best solutions for our community, and he never hesitates to take action. Whether that is supporting housing development or supporting the Great Highway Project which will protect our beach against climate change so that it can still be admired by future generations, I trust Supervisor Engardio’s expertise.”
Paul Barbagelata
Realtor and Small Business Owner
"Joel is a good man. I know him personally and this recall is absolutely ridiculous. He is 90% with us on issues that are so important for the future of San Francisco. I am not a fan of the Great Highway closure, but we don’t die on the sword on this one issue. Do not cancel Joel."
Brian Quan
Westside resident and father
"Joel should not be recalled. Joel was an instrumental ally to the Chinese community in the COVID era, helping advance our two main priorities: education access for youths and public safety for seniors."
Bill Trac
Public School Parent and Sunset Resident
“I’m a native San Franciscan and I can see how Joel is a problem solver who has brought common sense to San Francisco politics and delivered results to our district. If we want authentic people like Joel in City Hall, we need to make space for respectful disagreements. He should not be recalled."
Matt Shiraki
Sunset Resident and Father
"I’ve been served by four San Francisco supervisors in two districts since moving here over a decade ago, and Joel is by far the most accessible, responsive, and committed to my family’s safety and well-being. I can tell that he truly cares what’s best for our community and we have made great progress as a district since Joel assumed office."
Lindsay Meisel
Mom and Sunset Resident
“Recalls should not become a tool for resolving political disagreements. They are a serious measure that should be used sparingly and only for legitimate, profound breaches of public trust. Joel has demonstrated integrity, responsiveness, and a genuine commitment to our district. I support him 100% and urge my fellow residents to reject this misguided recall attempt.”
Emily Faxon
District 4 Resident
“I am opposed to the recall because Joel Engardio has been an energetic, caring, and communicative representative for District Four, who has made building local community and supporting local businesses the focus of his tenure on the San Francisco Board of Supervisors.”
Anne Herbst &
Peter Munks
Sunset Residents and Owners of Far Out Gallery on Taraval at 40th Ave
"We’ve owned Far Out Gallery (FOG) for 9 years on Taraval and appreciate Joel’s support for an Ocean Beach Park. We believe Taraval merchants on the west side will benefit as more residents and visitors venture to this new destination. "
Deborah Lee
Richmond District Senior
"I've never experienced a public servant so dedicated to raising community spirit through creative programs and frequent communication. Joel Engardio has worked in every way to engage people with all views to help improve traffic flow. Differing with a supervisor on a policy issue is a very weak reason to remove someone from office: especially a dedicated, effective supervisor like Joel."
Brad & Nick Potter
Outer Parkside Residents
"Joel spearheaded the Night Markets and has always supported the San Francisco Police Department, local schools, businesses, and the Sunset Band. A recall would be a distraction and waste of resources during difficult financial times, and we need Mr. Engardio’s skills applied to the essential issues of our district. "
Read Vanderbilt
Community College Math Teacher and Sunset Resident
"Joel Engardio has been responsive and conscientious throughout his term as an SF Supervisor. In my 30+ years in the city, no other supervisor has rung my doorbell to introduce himself in person while running for office. Then, once in office, Joel personally answers email messages and makes sure that his staff takes care of whatever it is that concerns me and my family."
Parag Gupta
Sunset Resident and SFUSD Board Member-Elect
"I first met Joel when he knocked on my door when he ran for supervisor. I appreciate Joel’s focus on delivering results – from his 'fix-it files' to supporting better education for our children. He is always accessible and, while we may not always agree on everything, Joel always listens."