Candidate Information

Nomination Period 

To be eligible to run for City Council, a candidate must be a resident and registered voter in Pleasanton. The nomination period for the 2026 election begins Monday, July 13, 2026, and closes on Friday, August 7, 2026. If applicable, the extended nomination period will close on August 12, 2026.

Nomination paperwork pick-up and submittal will be by in-person appointment only within the City’s business hours. To make an appointment, please contact the City Clerk.

Pre-Nomination Orientation for Prospective Candidates

The City Clerk’s Office will be hosting a pre-nomination orientation session for prospective candidates interested in running for office of Mayor or Council Member in the City of Pleasanton. The orientation will include information on district-based elections, city government structure, the role of elected officials, the nomination process, Fair Political Practices Commission filings, campaign statements and disclosure obligations, and provide resources to help prospective candidates get started. The orientation session is free.

Thursday, June 25, 2026, at 5:30 p.m.
City Council Chamber, 200 Old Bernal Avenue.

Please confirm your attendance by June 24, 2026. Click to RSVP.