Election/candidate statements

Six of the 11 Park Stockdale Civic Association Board of Directors are up for election.
One ballot per household is being mailed and must be returned with a signature and address by Tuesday, Feb. 17.
The following board members are up for re-election: Jim Carnal, Matt Coleman, Kiki Contreras, Ana Flores, Adam Johnson and Joshua Saravia. Also running are: Alejandro Lopez, Chris Kamena, Libbie Mahan and Bob Snoddy.
These candidates have shared their statements.

I am a retired high school teacher and coach.
We’ve lived in Park Stockdale for 37 years. I coached our daughters in T-ball here and now our grandchildren. We taught our daughters to swim here; now our grandchildren. We love this community.
This is my third stint on the board, each because the facilities were becoming dilapidated.
This time, working with a like-minded board, we have replaced the roof, painted inside and out including replacing long-neglected rotten wood, installed surveillance cameras, replaced the hall ceiling lights and trimmed the park trees, some with broken limbs.
With the dues increases, we can now afford to replaster the pools and replace the deck after this swim season. It looks like we will soon have enough money to resurface the tennis/pickleball courts and replace the playground equipment without further dues increases.
Personally, I’ve replaced the monthly newsletter with a homepage, parkstockdale.org, which saved money and is more timely. I planted the shrubs between the junipers along Rio Bravo Drive. With Adam Johnson and Bob Snoddy, we have removed fallen branches, saving money.
-Jim Carnal

My name is Kiki Contreras. I’ve been serving on the Board since 2019 with my current position being the Treasurer. Some of my duties include handling tasks such as keeping accurate records of our income/expenses and working diligently with our accountant and board to uphold honesty and accountability of the PSCA finances. I also help with residential activities and on occasion you will see me working behind our office desk. As a homeowner in our community, I take pride in our neighborhoods and the relationships we have with all neighbors. With your vote, I will continue to volunteer my time making our community safe, friendly, and a clean association to live in.

My name is Ana Flores and I have been a board member since 2022. I also serve as the office secretary. I help support the board’s work and stay involved with community activities. I’m also a proud mom of two, and I truly enjoy giving back and staying connected to our community. I’d love the opportunity to continue serving on the board and supporting its goals.

My name is Adam Johnson. I am a 34-year-old married father of two
girls. I am a dedicated family man and community member. I am a Bakersfield native, my family and I have lived in Park Stockdale since
2018, and I have been actively volunteering with the Park Stockdale Civic Association since 2021.
I have spent over two decades as a dedicated public servant, serving my community as a Boy Scout, Volunteer Firefighter, and EMT/ Paramedic. I continue to serve as a safety professional and remain committed to promoting the well-being of others. As an avid outdoorsman, I enjoy fishing, hiking, and participating in community events. I take pride in helping maintain our beautiful
neighborhood and hope to continue serving Park Stockdale by contributing my experience and dedication as a member of the Park Stockdale Civic Association.

Hello Neighbors,
My name is Chris Kamena. I moved into Park Stockdale about 10 years ago with my wife and children. While I currently work in corrections, my past experience running a contracting business could be an asset for the association on upcoming projects.
I am concerned about getting the most for our money and ensuring repairs and upgrades last as long as possible. I would be diligent in getting competitive bids and use my experience to avoid misunderstandings with contractors, which can be costly. I believe careful management of our resources will allow us to maintain our facilities without continuing to raise dues every year.
I think its important to look out for the people in our community, keep them informed, and address their concerns. This week I had the pleasure of meeting and talking to a couple who have been here since the 80’s. They described some of their favorite memories about living in Park Stockdale. They liked socializing at neighborhood events that helped people to get to know one another. I support bringing more community events back. They also remembered the old monthly newsletter that kept them informed. While the bulletin was determined to be cost prohibitive, it would be great if we could find additional ways to keep people informed. Perhaps social media could be used as a part of this effort. Thank you for your consideration.

Hello Neighbor,
​My name is Libbie Mahan and I am running for the Board of Directors for the Park Stockdale Association. My family and I have lived in Park Stockdale since 1983 and I have always considered Park Stockdale a “hidden gem”.
​I previously worked for the County of Kern in various departments and retired in 2015 from the Child Support Department.
​I have also served as a co-trustee for a family trust and I am serving as co-trustee for another family trust. Any person serving as a trustee has a fiduciary duty to handle business in an ethical and diligent manner.
​My intention for the Park Stockdale Association Board of Directors is to handle daily business in an honest and efficient manner by always carefully reviewing any work proposed and obtaining at least three bids for any work required. It is very important to communicate the Board’s actions prior to and after any action with the home owners.
It is very important to try to work with the income available for the management of the association and not use raising Association Dues as a remedy. We need to work within our means. I encourage all of you who are available to participate in a small way in our neighborhood.
​With your vote of confidence due by Tuesday, February 17, 2026, I would address Safety and Security concerns first. Please be sure to Print your name, address and SIGNATURE on the front of the large ballot envelope in order to be counted. Only sign the envelope marked “ballot”.
Thank you for considering me to help manage our Association,
Libbie Mahan

Hi neighbors! My name is Joshua Saravia, and I’ve proudly called Park Stockdale home for the past four years. While I may be newer than some, this community is my forever home, and I’m fully invested in its long-term success.
I’m running for the HOA Board because I believe our neighborhood deserves leadership that is practical, transparent, and homeowner-focused. One of my top priorities is keeping HOA dues as low as possible by being mindful of spending, asking the right questions, and making decisions that truly benefit residents—not waste money.
I believe homeowners should have a stronger voice in how HOA funds are used, and I will always vote in the best interest of the community—not against it.
I’m approachable, responsive, and committed to listening to homeowner concerns while helping protect our quality of life and property values.
I’d be honored to earn your vote and serve our Park Stockdale community.
I’m Bob Snoddy, a retired government project manager and transportation planner, adjunct professor for Fresno Pacific University and CSUB, and a former PSCA board member. I supported the recent decision to raise the dues to meet the current rate of inflation.

Christmas homes winners 2025

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A crack team of board members and children scoured the neighborhood for their picks for the nicest Christmas decorated homes.

Homes were judged on Christmas trees, traditional decorations, children’s themes, nativity, and electronic and mechanical features.  

Winning homes in alphabetical order. 

5805 Carissa Avenue
5812 Daggett Avenue
6013 Friant Drive
112 Gabriel Drive
400 Gabriel Drive
5908 Hesketh Drive
6005 Hesketh Drive
6413 Hesketh Drive
611 Hewlett Street
800 Hewlett Street
5609 Klienpell Avenue

Honorable mention: 5813 Hesketh Drive. Appreciate the menorah.   🕎

Judges were board members Roxanne Fackler and Ana Flores, prior board member Pat Nolan and Mary, Aaliyah and Mya.

Board members enjoyed meeting the residents Monday when they passed out coupons for a dozen Foster’s Donuts to each winning household.

To be eligible, residents had to be current with their quarterly dues.

Election of directors

Half of the Park Stockdale Civic Association Board of Directors is up for election early next year. If you would like to run for the board, nominations must be submitted by the end of the January Board meeting scheduled for 7 p.m. Monday, Jan. 12, 2026, in the hall. One ballot per homeowner will be mailed and must be returned with a signature and address by Tuesday, Feb. 17.
Anyone interested in running for the Board should contact a current board member or the office at (661) 323-4302, parkstockdale@bak.rr.com.
The following board members are up for re-election: Jim Carnal, Matt Coleman, Kiki Contreras, Ana Flores, Adam Johnson and Josh Saravia.
If no other residents run, the election will be canceled and directors will automatically receive another two-year term.

Christmas home judging

You better watch out because a panel of adult and child Christmas aficionados will scour the neighborhood Dec. 20 (weather dependent) to make a list of the best decorated Christmas homes. Homes in each of five categories will be posted on this website and homeowners will receive one dozen donuts from Foster’s Donuts. The categories are: Nativity, Electronic/Mechanical, Children, Creative, and Traditional.

Pool covered for winter

Thanks to the seven volunteers who covered the Park Stockdale junior Olympic-size pool on Saturday.

Volunteers were: board members Eli Hamm and Jim Carnal, past board member Bob Snoddy, residents Adam Johnson and Ben Dement, and Nick Galuska and Garion Brown.

The private pool will open for residents and their guests from noon-8 p.m. Memorial Day weekend (May 23-25). It will reopen daily on Friday, May 29, through Aug. 11 and then weekends and holidays through Labor Day.

Volunteers needed to cover pool

Volunteers are needed to help cover the swimming pool for the winter. Meet at the pool at 9 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 29.
Volunteers should wear old clothes. You will get dirty. And you may get glue on your clothes and hands. An exacto knife and flathead screwdriver would be handy. It takes about two hours to cover the pool.

The pool will reopen for the Memorial Day to Labor Day season on Saturday, May 23, 2026.