“Our communities deserve clean neighborhoods, reliable services, and a sustainable future. I am committed to experienced, thoughtful, and transparent leadership—always with the community at the center.”
Re-Elect
RITA DUNCAN
for Oro Loma Sanitary
District Board of Directors
A Relentless, Passionate & Visionary Leader Committed to Community Service
Hon. Rita Duncan is seeking re-election to continue championing effective wastewater and solid waste services for more than 140,546 residents in the unincorporated communities of Ashland, Cherryland, Fairview, San Lorenzo, and the Manor a portion of San Leandro.
A dedicated community advocate and current Secretary of the Oro Loma Sanitary District Board, she made history in 2016 as the first African American elected to the Board in its 105-year history.
She lives by the words of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.: “Everybody can be great… because anybody can serve… You only need a heart full of grace. A soul generated by love.”
Past Leadership Roles
- Chair, Federal Legislative Committee, CASA
- Commissioner, East Bay Dischargers Authority
- Chair, Finance Management Committee, East Bay Dischargers Authority
- Chair, League of Women Voters, Alameda County Council & Eden Area
Professional Background
With more than 30 years of experience in a Fortune 500 company, Rita brings expertise in:
- Human resources & performance management
- Employee training, safety, and wellness
- Organizational development
- Interpersonal and group dynamics
Education & Training
- B.A., Human Services, Notre Dame de Namur University
- M.A., Counseling Psychology (Marriage, Family & Child Counseling),
Notre Dame de Namur University - Facilitator Training, Stanford University Graduate School of Business