BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — Supervisor Chris Parlier officially pulled papers to run for re-election to serve a full term to represent Kern County’s Second Supervisorial District.
The decision was made on January 7.
Chris Parlier was sworn in during the Kern County Board of Supervisors meeting Tuesday morning to fill in for the former seat of Zack Scrivner in District 2. PHOTO: KBAK/KBFX
“I was honored to be entrusted by the voters of Kern County to fill a vacancy in the Second Supervisorial District,” said Supervisor Chris Parlier. “Over the past year, I’ve been inspired every day by the people of this district, who have shown me the dedication it takes to build stronger communities together. I look forward to continuing to work alongside those partners and furthering my commitment to advancing public safety, fiscal responsibility, and improving the quality of life for the constituents.”
Parlier took office in December 2024.
Chris Parlier was sworn in during the Kern County Board of Supervisors meeting Tuesday morning to fill in for the former seat of Zack Scrivner in District 2. PHOTO: KBAK/KBFX
Some of the accomplishments under Supervisor Parlier’s leadership include:
Traveled to Washington, D.C., in April 2025 to advocate for the Kern County oil industry, resulting in the restoration of oil drilling for a 10-year period and the return of thousands of local jobs.Opened new Sheriff Sub-stations in Taft and Rosamond.Secured over $300,000 in equipment and operational support for the Kern County Sheriff’s Office and Fire Department.Managed approximately $12 million in park improvements and $50 million in road, construction, and infrastructure projects across District 2.Defended mining operations in District 2 and ensured coordination with federal legislators and inclusion in the County’s 2026 Legislative Program Committee.Groundbreaking for the $1 billion Pacific Steel – Mojave Micro Mill, creating hundreds of jobs in East Kern.
“I am proud of what our office has accomplished for our communities during such a short time,” said Parlier. “We’ve worked hard to protect our neighborhoods, get roads and parks back in shape, support local businesses, and help families when disaster strikes. I’d be honored to continue serving the constituents of District 2.”