Stanislaus County Taxpayer Association Board
Chairman: Nick Dokoozlian, MPP
Nick Dokoozlian is the co-founder and Chairman of the Stanislaus County Taxpayer Association. He has served at all levels of government — local, state, and federal — including as a policy and budget consultant in the California State Capitol and working with the House Budget Committee in Washington, D.C. Nick brings experience in fiscal policy, government accountability, and public-sector reform to his work on behalf of Stanislaus County taxpayers. He graduated from Gregori High School, earned a B.A. from the University of Colorado, Boulder and holds a Master’s in Public Policy from the University of Chicago.
Vice Chairman: Patrick Shields
Patrick Shields is a 6th generation Californian born and raised in Stanislaus County. He resides in Turlock, with his Wife Kayla and daughter Parker. A strong advocate for education, fiscal responsibility, and family values, Patrick is committed to preserving Stanislaus County’s future through principled local leadership. Patrick serves on the Turlock Unified School Board and holds a Bachelors Degree in Political Science from Liberty University.
Secretary and Treasurer: Armand Ash, JD
Armand Ash grew up in Modesto and graduated from Gregori High School. He cares deeply about local issues, including tax policy, water rights, and land use. Armand brings a strong legal perspective to regional challenges and is committed to protecting the long-term interests of Stanislaus County residents. He earned a B.A. from Wake Forest and JD from UC Law San Francisco.
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