John Palacio - Member

Current Term: 2006 - 2010

John Palacio was elected to the board in 1998. He received a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science from the University of Arizona, attended Catholic University of America Law School and did graduate studies at both Bucknell and Arizona State universities. He is active in the civic community as a member of League of United Latin-American Citizens (LULAC), National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials (NALEO), and North Santa Ana Rotary. He serves as Benevolent and Protective Order of the Elks, and is a member of the Santa Ana Host Lions.

Mr. Palacio has resided in Santa Ana for 20 years with wife, Sonia. Their two sons, Johnny II and Steven, attended SAUSD schools and Santa Ana College.