2026 FRRPD Campaign Policy

Transparent and Accountable Government

Clear information. Understandable decisions. Measurable results. Leadership that remains accessible.

Public trust is strengthened when residents can understand what is being proposed, who has authority, what a project may cost, where the money would come from, what decisions have been made, and whether promised results were delivered.

Transparency should not mean overwhelming residents with unexplained documents. It should mean making important public information accurate, accessible, timely, and understandable.

Candidate for FRRPD Board of Directors · November 3, 2026

Explore the Accountability Plan Ask a Question

Policy at a Glance

Eight Standards for Public Accountability

Explain Before Deciding

Residents should receive meaningful information early enough to understand and influence major decisions.

Use Plain Language

Budgets, projects, assessments, contracts, and policy proposals should include understandable public explanations.

Identify Authority

Every major proposal should state who can approve it, who would implement it, and which partners or agencies must participate.

Show the Costs

Publish verified or preliminary costs with clear labels, funding sources, ongoing obligations, and material changes.

Track Progress

Major projects and public commitments should have understandable statuses, milestones, responsible authorities, and explanations of delays.

Protect Public Resources

Use lawful procurement, appropriate controls, competitive processes, conflict safeguards, and responsible long-term planning.

Remain Accessible

Residents should know how to ask questions, provide feedback, request accommodations, and follow public decisions.

Correct the Record

Material errors should be corrected clearly rather than silently changed or allowed to remain public.

Information People Can Use

Public Documents Are Not Enough by Themselves

Transparency should help residents answer practical questions about what is happening and why.

›What problem is being addressed?
›Is this an idea, staff recommendation, Board direction, or approved project?
›Which public body has authority?
›What information supports the recommendation?
›What alternatives were considered?
›What is the preliminary or approved cost?
›What funding source is proposed?
›What ongoing maintenance or staffing would be required?
›What action has already occurred?
›What still requires approval?
›What changed after public discussion?
›How can residents participate?
›How will success be measured?

Publishing a long agenda packet satisfies an important public purpose, but an understandable summary can help more residents participate meaningfully.

Summaries must never replace the complete official record.

Clear Status Labels

Ideas, Votes, and Completed Work Are Different

Standardized status labels help residents tell the difference between an idea and a finished project.

Concept: An early idea preserved for research and community discussion.
Researching: Costs, authority, feasibility, legal requirements, examples, and potential partners are being examined.
Community Input: Residents and affected stakeholders are being asked to help shape the direction.
Proposed: A specific recommendation has been presented but not approved.
Under Review: The appropriate staff, professionals, partners, or public body are evaluating the proposal.
Approved: The legally responsible public body has authorized an action, project, agreement, or expenditure.
Funded: An approved funding source is available for the defined scope. Funding does not necessarily mean work has started.
In Progress: Authorized implementation has begun.
Delayed or Revised: The project, scope, cost, funding, or timeline has materially changed.
Completed: The authorized work has been completed. Completion does not eliminate future maintenance obligations.
Canceled or Not Advanced: The proposal will not continue in its current form.

Every major project update should include an accurate status. Status is communicated through the label text, not by color alone.

Plain-Language Budgets

Residents Should Be Able to Understand the Budget

A plain-language budget summary can help residents follow where money comes from and how it is used.

›Major revenue sources
›Major operating expenses
›Staffing and benefits
›Maintenance
›Recreation programs
›Capital improvements
›Debt or long-term obligations, when applicable
›Reserves
›Restricted funds
›Grants
›Donations and sponsorships
›Significant year-to-year changes
›Assumptions and financial risks

A plain-language budget summary is an educational companion to the legally adopted budget—not a replacement for official financial statements, audits, or required disclosures.

Restricted, assigned, committed, and unrestricted funds should not be described as interchangeable.

Project Costs

Use the Right Number at the Right Stage

Different cost labels mean different things. Using the wrong one can mislead residents about what is actually known.

Conceptual Range: An early planning range based on limited information. It is not a bid, appropriation, or guaranteed price.
Preliminary Estimate: A more developed estimate based on defined assumptions but still subject to design and review.
Engineer's or Professional Estimate: An estimate prepared by an appropriately qualified professional for a defined scope.
Approved Budget: The amount formally authorized through the appropriate public process.
Contract Amount: The value of an executed agreement, which may not include every project expense.
Final Project Cost: The documented cost after completion, including approved changes and other reportable expenses.

For Major Capital Proposals, Identify When Applicable

✓Planning
✓Design
✓Engineering
✓Environmental review
✓Permits
✓Construction
✓Contingency
✓Equipment
✓Technology
✓Utilities
✓Inspection
✓Project management
✓Accessibility
✓Staffing
✓Training
✓Insurance
✓Maintenance
✓Replacement cycles

Never display an early conceptual estimate as a guaranteed final cost.

Public Project Dashboard

Let Residents Follow Major Projects

A public project dashboard could give residents a single place to follow major projects and their current status.

Illustrative Framework — Not Current FRRPD Data

A Dashboard Could Contain

›Project name
›Location
›Public purpose
›Responsible authority
›Current status
›Date of the most recent update
›Approved or proposed scope
›Preliminary or approved cost
›Funding source
›Grants or partnerships
›Major milestones
›Current challenges
›Approved contract information
›Material change orders
›Accessibility considerations
›Maintenance obligations
›Opportunities for public input
›Link to relevant agenda materials
›Next anticipated public action

Example Layout

Project	Status	Responsible Authority	Latest Update
Example: Field Improvement	Proposed	FRRPD Board	Illustrative
Example: Playground Renovation	In Progress	FRRPD Staff	Illustrative
Example: Trail Repair	Completed	FRRPD Staff	Illustrative

The example rows above are placeholders to show the format only. No actual FRRPD project data is shown.

The Dashboard Should Not Expose

›Security-sensitive facility information
›Private resident information
›Confidential personnel matters
›Protected legal advice
›Private vendor data not subject to disclosure
›Information restricted by applicable law

A dashboard must be maintained. Outdated information labeled as current can reduce trust rather than improve it.

Commitments Tracker

Track Commitments Honestly

Separating campaign commitments from Board actions and district work keeps accountability accurate.

Campaign Commitment: A priority Dacoda stated during the election.
Board Proposal: An idea or action Dacoda formally requested or supported as a Board member.
Board Action: A decision made collectively by the FRRPD Board.
District Implementation: Work performed by district staff, contractors, partners, or other authorized parties.
Result: A documented outcome—not merely a meeting, statement, vote, or announcement.

Suggested Statuses

Not yet introduced
Research underway
Public discussion requested
Proposed
Approved
Not approved
In progress
Delayed
Revised
Completed
Unable to advance

An explanation should accompany any commitment that changes or cannot advance.

Work requiring collective action should not be credited to Dacoda alone.

Public Meetings

Participation Should Be Practical and Respectful

Residents can participate more meaningfully when meetings are easy to find, follow, and join.

›Clearly posted meeting information
›Understandable agenda summaries
›Accessible meeting locations
›Remote access or recordings when lawfully and practically available
›Clear public-comment instructions
›Accessible documents
›Advance notice of major proposals
›Links to supporting materials
›Published meeting outcomes
›Clear differentiation between discussion and action
›Translation or language-access consideration
›Reasonable disability accommodations

Not every meeting format, recording, translation, or remote option is legally or operationally available.

Official minutes and recordings must remain the authoritative record where applicable.

Community Input Before Decisions

Ask Early Enough for Answers to Matter

Input gathered after a decision is made rarely changes the outcome. Asking early gives residents a real chance to shape it.

Recommended Participation Process

01Define the problem.
02Publish available background information.
03Identify affected users and communities.
04Invite input before a preferred solution becomes final.
05Provide more than one participation method.
06Summarize common concerns and recommendations.
07Explain what changed because of feedback.
08Explain what could not change and why.
09Return to the public when the scope, cost, or impact materially changes.

Potential Input Methods

›Public meetings
›Workshops
›Online forms
›Surveys
›Park-based outreach
›League and program meetings
›Accessibility listening sessions
›Youth and family discussions
›Senior outreach
›Tribal consultation where appropriate
›Written correspondence

A survey is not a public vote unless it is legally conducted as one.

Contracts and Procurement

Public Spending Requires Clear Rules

Public spending should follow clear, lawful rules that residents can understand and trust.

Support

›Competitive procurement where required or appropriate
›Publicly defined scopes
›Consistent evaluation criteria
›Conflict-of-interest safeguards
›Verification of licenses and insurance where required
›Written agreements
›Defined deliverables
›Payment controls
›Change-order review
›Performance documentation
›Contract closeout
›Vendor data and technology protections
›Public reporting consistent with applicable law

The lowest initial price does not always provide the best value.

Evaluation May Also Consider

✓Qualifications
✓Safety
✓Experience
✓Durability
✓Maintenance
✓Accessibility
✓Delivery schedule
✓Lifecycle cost
✓Responsiveness
✓Legal compliance
✓Local economic benefit where lawfully permissible

Grants, Donations, and Sponsorships

Outside Funding Still Requires Accountability

Grants and sponsorships can expand what a district offers, but they can also create obligations that last beyond the funding.

Before Accepting or Pursuing Support, Evaluate

›Eligibility
›Matching requirements
›Restricted uses
›Reporting obligations
›Project deadlines
›Reimbursement requirements
›Long-term maintenance
›Staffing
›Ownership
›Naming rights
›Sponsor recognition
›Procurement conditions
›Risk if future funding ends
›Compatibility with district values and public purpose

A grant is not free money if it creates obligations the district cannot sustain.

A grant should not be described as secured until an award is formally documented.

Assessments, Taxes, and New Revenue

Residents Deserve the Complete Financial Picture

Any discussion of a potential assessment, tax, fee, or new revenue source should give residents the full picture before it advances.

Any Discussion Should Clearly Explain

›Legal authority
›Who would pay
›Estimated number of affected properties or participants
›Proposed rate or range
›Estimated annual revenue
›Exemptions or different classifications, when applicable
›Defined uses
›Administrative costs
›Duration
›Inflation or escalation provisions
›Oversight
›Reporting
›Approval requirements
›Consequences if the proposal does not pass
›Whether funds could be used for operations, capital projects, or both

This policy does not itself propose or approve a particular tax or assessment.

Any future proposal requires verified data, legal review, public discussion, a detailed expenditure plan, and every approval required by law.

Ethics and Conflicts

Public Decisions Should Serve the Public

Public decisions should serve residents, not personal interests. Clear ethics rules protect both the public and public officials.

›Compliance with applicable conflict-of-interest laws
›Required financial disclosures
›Recusal when legally required
›No use of office for improper personal benefit
›No preferential access based on campaign support
›Clear separation between campaign activities and district resources
›No retaliation for criticism
›Respectful treatment of staff and residents
›Documentation of relevant gifts or contributions as required by law
›Appropriate legal guidance when questions arise

Campaign donors, volunteers, endorsers, friends, family members, and political supporters should not receive special government treatment.

Not every disagreement or relationship constitutes a legal conflict.

Campaign and Government Separation

Campaign Work Is Not District Work

Keeping campaign work separate from district work protects the public and the integrity of both.

›Campaign communications and FRRPD communications
›Campaign volunteers and district personnel
›Campaign databases and public records
›Campaign events and district-sponsored activities
›Campaign proposals and adopted district policy
›Campaign photographs and official documentation
›Campaign funds and public funds
›Personal social media and official communications

Election to public office does not convert campaign materials into official policy. Any government action must proceed through the lawful public process.

Public Records and Privacy

Transparency and Privacy Must Work Together

Lawful access to public records should coexist with careful protection of private and legally restricted information.

Protect

›Children's information
›Volunteer and resident contact details
›Personnel information protected by law
›Security-sensitive information
›Medical information
›Payment information
›Login credentials
›Legally privileged communications
›Information protected by contract or law
›Technology-system security

Not every email, recording, draft, security document, or personal communication can be released.

Records questions should be handled according to applicable law and district procedures.

Technology and Data Accountability

Digital Tools Need Public Rules

Technology systems that affect residents should have clear public rules about what they do and do not do.

For Major Technology Systems, Publish When Appropriate

›Purpose
›Data collected
›Data not collected
›Vendor
›Contract cost
›Access rules
›Retention
›Sharing
›Security controls
›Audit requirements
›Complaint process
›Performance results
›Renewal or termination dates
›Procedures for breaches or misuse

Operational details that would create an unreasonable security risk should not be exposed.

Read the Smart Park Safety Plan

Corrections and Version History

Correct Errors Without Erasing the Record

Correcting mistakes openly builds more trust than quietly changing them.

›"Published" date
›"Last updated" date
›Short description of material changes
›Correction notices for significant factual errors
›Archived prior versions of major policies when practical
›Clear explanation when costs, schedules, scopes, or recommendations change

Minor typographical corrections do not need to overwhelm the public record, but material changes should not be hidden.

Accessible Leadership

Accessibility Should Continue After Election Day

A director who stays reachable helps residents stay informed and engaged between elections.

›Clearly identified contact methods
›Community office hours or listening opportunities when feasible
›Responses acknowledging receipt of concerns
›Public explanations of recurring questions
›Park visits
›Neighborhood outreach
›Participation in public meetings
›Respectful disagreement
›Follow-up after major decisions
›Accessible digital communication

Not every message can receive a personal answer, and one director cannot resolve every concern.

Performance Measurement

Report Outcomes, Not Only Activity

Counting meetings held is not the same as measuring whether life improved for residents.

Activity: A meeting was held, a grant was submitted, a proposal was made, or a contract was approved.
Output: A repair was completed, a program was offered, equipment was installed, or a report was published.
Outcome: Conditions improved, participation increased, costs were controlled, access expanded, or residents experienced a measurable benefit.

Potential District Measurements

✓Project milestones
✓Approved versus final costs
✓Maintenance backlog trends
✓Facility availability
✓Program participation
✓Accessibility improvements
✓Grant applications and awards
✓Contract performance
✓Resident feedback
✓Response and resolution patterns
✓Technology accuracy
✓Long-term asset condition

Measurements should include context and should not be manipulated to create a misleading appearance of success.

Dacoda's Current Experience

Experience with Oversight and Collective Decisions

Dacoda currently serves as a member of the City of Oroville Measure U Citizens Oversight Committee. In that role, he reviews information connected to voter-approved Measure U revenue and participates in a collective public oversight process supporting transparency and accountability.

He does not direct Measure U spending or independently determine investment decisions.

Dacoda also serves on the City of Oroville Parks Commission, a local School Site Council, and a Parents Club. These roles involve participation, questions, collaboration, and collective decision-making—not unilateral authority.

These organizations do not endorse the campaign.

Implementation Plan

Build Transparency into Everyday Operations

Review

Examine current budgets, project information, communication tools, legal requirements, staff capacity, and public needs.

Standardize

Develop consistent project statuses, cost labels, update formats, and plain-language explanations.

Prioritize

Begin with major capital projects, high-interest policies, significant contracts, and important financial information.

Publish

Create accessible public summaries and dashboards linked to official source documents.

Maintain

Assign responsibility for updates and clearly identify when information was last reviewed.

Evaluate

Ask whether residents can find, understand, and use the information.

Reporting requirements should not become so burdensome that staff cannot maintain them accurately.

Authority and Limits

One Director Cannot Control the District

If elected, Dacoda Quinn would serve as one member of the FRRPD Board of Directors. He could ask questions, request public discussion, review information, propose priorities, vote on matters properly before the Board, and remain accountable for his own conduct and decisions.

Budgets, contracts, policies, staffing direction, public systems, and major projects require collective Board action and implementation by the appropriate staff, professionals, contractors, and partners.

Transparency does not permit a director to disclose protected information, interfere with lawful personnel processes, bypass procurement, or direct staff outside the appropriate governance structure.

Related Policies

Community Input

What Information Would Help You Participate?

›Can you easily understand the district budget?
›Which projects should have public dashboards?
›What information is hardest to find?
›How should major cost changes be explained?
›Which public-meeting tools would help you participate?
›How should commitments be tracked?
›What financial information should receive a plain-language summary?
›How should residents receive project updates?
›What should happen when a public estimate or schedule changes?

Ask a Question View Community Work Explore Campaign Updates Read the Smart Park Safety Plan