Miley looks ahead to 7th term on Alameda County Board of Supervisors

Incumbent Nate Miley is poised to win a seventh term on the Alameda County Board of Supervisors representing part of Pleasanton and the rest of District 4, maintaining his strong lead over lone challenger Jennifer Esteen as the primary election results become closer to finalized.

The latest update from the Alameda County Registrar of Voters’ Office released on Friday (March 29) – the seventh round of results since Election Night on March 5 – reveals Miley with 60.71% of the vote (totaling 34,607 votes) while Esteen follows with 39.29% (totaling 22,400 votes). 

Candidates shared post-election reflections on their race with the vast majority of eligible ballots tabulated and the certification deadline coming in the days ahead.

“It’s truly humbling to see the ongoing support and confidence from the residents of District 4,” Miley said. “I am deeply grateful for their trust in my ability to represent their interests and address the critical issues facing our community.”

Miley expressed his determination to continue serving the residents of District 4, which extends west from Pleasanton into parts of Oakland.

A former Oakland City Council member, Miley is currently in his sixth term on the Board of Supervisors, having first won the seat in 2000. Throughout his campaign this election season, Miley emphasized priorities such as equality, environmental justice and community safety. 

“As we move forward I’m focused on advocating for the needs of our community,” he said. “We can continue to drive positive change, and create a brighter future for Alameda County.”

His endorsements by local leaders included Pleasanton Mayor Karla Brown, Dublin Mayor Melissa Hernandez and Livermore Mayor John Marchand, as well as several members of the Pleasanton City Council.

Esteen, a registered psychiatric nurse, entered the race with a platform centered on affordable housing, accessible health care and community funding. She previously served as the vice president of the Alameda Health System Board of Trustees. 

While her campaign garnered support from progressive local leaders like Livermore City Councilmember Brittni Kiick, Esteen faced an uphill battle for Miley’s longstanding position and she trailed as soon as the initial results arrived on Election Night.

When reflecting on the election results, she expressed gratitude toward her supporters and campaign team. 

“The people in Alameda County’s fourth district are amazing. I express my deepest gratitude to them, to every person who believed in this campaign, who voted for me, donated their hard-earned money, or volunteered their precious time,” Esteen said. “That unwavering support has been the bedrock of our pursuit of a just and liberated future.” 

“Our fight is far from over,” she added. “We still need and deserve dignified housing we can afford, healthcare that is preventative and accessible, mental health care and justice for all.”