Oscar's Supporters

Testimonials

“I am proud to announce my endorsement of Sheriff Oscar Ortiz for Napa County Sheriff. As sheriff, Oscar has always been engaged with and committed to our community, demonstrating a strong connection to Napa and all who live here. As the father of a Napa County deputy sheriff, I know that Sheriff Ortiz is dedicated to all who wear the uniform and serve our community. Napa County would be well served to elect Sheriff Oscar Ortiz, and I look forward to a continued partnership in public service.”

• Mike Thompson, U.S. Congressman

“Oscar Ortiz has served the Sheriff’s Office with distinction over the last 25 years. He has demonstrated the ability to excel in all leadership positions, particularly as Police Chief in American Canyon, and in his role with Emergency Management at the County during disasters. He grew up in the Napa Valley, knows and cares about our communities, and has an impeccable record serving with honor and integrity. There is no one better to lead the Napa Sheriff’s Office than Sheriff Oscar Ortiz! He has my full support.”

• John Robertson, Retired Napa County Sheriff

“During his career with the Napa County Sheriff’s Department, Oscar Ortiz has embodied a Commitment to Community. As Retired Sheriff, I know the leadership and integrity required to serve in this position. Through his experience as Chief of Police for American Canyon, Oscar has exhibited his aptitude for leading our law enforcement professionals and serving our community. His election to the position of Sheriff would be a tremendous asset to Napa County.”

• Douglas E. Koford, Former Sheriff of Napa County

“Sheriff Oscar Ortiz has proven he has what it takes to lead the Napa County Sheriff’s Office.  He knows the importance of serving all of our community members and works tirelessly to work to keep our community safe.  Sheriff Ortiz has also volunteered thousands of hours to mentor and coach our youth through the Sheriff’s Activities League.  The motto of the Napa Sheriff’s Office is ‘Commitment to Community.’  Sheriff Ortiz continually demonstrates his ‘Commitment to Community’”!

• Jean Donaldson, Former Undersheriff of Napa County

“I'm honored and proud to have known Sheriff Oscar Ortiz as our former American Canyon Chief of Police and, more importantly, as my personal friend over the years. Sheriff Ortiz is the template of what extraordinary leadership looks like. I've seen him work tirelessly to serve American Canyon with grace, authenticity and humility. Whenever anyone asked for his help, he always showed up involved and engaged with a servant's heart. Any organization would be fortunate to have Sheriff Ortiz leading the charge! I know American Canyon was blessed to have him as our Chief.”

• Kasama Lee, Community Leader

“Oscar has spent his entire career with the Napa County Sheriff’s Office, and has an impeccable record serving our community with integrity, respect for his fellow neighbors and community members, and a commitment to fairness and community safety. He and I first met while I was a candidate for Napa County Supervisor and he was volunteering with at-risk youth through the Sheriff’s Activities League, working towards youth crime prevention as a soccer and boxing coach. 20 years later, to this day, Oscar continues to dedicate countless hours to teach young people life skills and how to become more productive community members. It is this kind of passion and dedication that attests to Oscar’s character – he thinks not about himself, but how he can help others. This is exactly the kind of leadership we need at the Napa County Sheriff’s Office.”

• Bill Dodd, State Senator and former Napa County Supervisor

“I am proud to support Oscar Ortiz in his bid for Napa County Sheriff. When I was the Chief of the St. Helena PD Oscar was always there when I needed his help, whether it was routine business, disaster response, or community policing; Oscar Ortiz was there for the Up Valley community.”

• William Imboden, Former St. Helena Police Chief

“Sheriff Ortiz is one of the most dedicated and competent professionals I have ever had the privilege of serving alongside. I consider it a tremendous honor to have the opportunity to endorse him for Napa County Sheriff!”

• Glen Weeks, Former American Canyon Fire Chief

“Oscar is approachable, works well with others – both inside the department and within the community, coaches those he works with to do the best they can and recognizes that more is accomplished when we work as a team. I know that the residents of Napa County and the Napa County Sheriff’s Office will be in the best hands with Oscar Ortiz as Sheriff.”

• Tracey Stuart, Retired Captain, Napa County Sheriff’s Office

“As a Napa native and retired member of the Sheriff’s Office, I am proud to endorse Oscar Ortiz to be the next elected Sheriff of Napa County.  Having worked many years with Oscar, I have found he possesses all the leadership qualities necessary to serve well the citizens of Napa County and work collaboratively with other state and local officials and agencies.   Oscar is a man of integrity.”

• Doug Pike, Former Captain, Napa County Sheriff’s Office

“I met Sheriff Ortiz in 2017 during the~ wildfires in Napa County working at the American Canyon High School Shelter.  It was about 4:30 in the morning, he stopped by just to check in on us and see if we needed anything. Little did I know how that meeting would grow into him being a mentor, leader and most importantly a friend.  Sheriff Ortiz is the future of Napa County Law Enforcement, with his leadership, character, compassion and sensitivity for all.  Napa County will continue to be a safe place that families want to come and raise their family.”

• Powell Helems Sr., Community Emergency Response Team Volunteer Group Leader