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San Fernando council adopts ordinance moving municipal elections to statewide dates; 3–2 vote
Summary
The council approved an ordinance changing the city’s general municipal election schedule to the statewide dates that alternate between March and June of even‑numbered years beginning June 2, 2026; the measure passed 3–2 after brief staff presentation and roll‑call vote.
The San Fernando City Council adopted Ordinance No. 17‑37 on second reading to change the city’s general municipal election dates to the statewide primary/general schedule that alternates between March and June of even‑numbered years — effective beginning June 2, 2026.
Staff noted this item was presented to council at a prior meeting and was returned for a second reading. "This item was presented to council at the last meeting, and there was a vote for 3 to 2," said Miss Keith (staff), summarizing the history.
Councilmember Joel Fajardo moved the ordinance on second reading; the motion passed 3–2 by roll call: Councilmember Patty Lopez and Vice Mayor Mary Salodio voted no; Councilmembers Victoria Garcia and Joel Fajardo and Mayor Mary Mendoza voted yes.
Ending: The ordinance will take effect according to the date specified in the ordinance language; staff and the city clerk were instructed to implement the new election calendar and to update any administrative procedures tied to election scheduling.
