Stockton. “Until now, Lincoln Unified’s five board members have been elected in districtwide elections. But with a unanimous vote Wednesday night, Lincoln’s board established trustee areas, ensuring each geographical portion of the district a representative following the November 2014 elections. Such a guarantee has not previously been the case. Board members Susan Lenz, Ted Bestolarides, Don Ruhstaller, Van-Ha To-Cowell and Kathleen Solari were elected in districtwide elections. Three trustees’ terms expire next year, with Lenz and Bestolarides termed out and Ruhstaller eligible for a second term. Under the now-defunct system, Lincoln Unified voters would have chosen from a slate of candidates for those three seats in 2014, with the top trio of vote-getters winning election.”