Atascadero City Council · Nov 3, 2026
Emily Baranek
Candidate for City Council
Emily Baranek is running for Atascadero City Council in the Nov 3, 2026 election; 4 candidates are running for 2 seats.
Early voting begins at the SLO Elections Office · Mon, Oct 5, 2026
TodaySenior construction manager at People's Self-Help Housing and a fourth-generation Atascadero resident. She has served on the city's design review committee.
- Endorsed by
- Her campaign website lists the Central Coast Labor Council, the SLO County Democratic Party, the Atascadero Democratic Club, Shatter PAC and the Home Builders Association of the Central Coast, as reported by The Tribune. The Tribune, Voter Guide
- Campaign website
- www.emilyforatascadero.com
Where Emily Baranek stands: positions on the record
Housing1 sourced position
Says Atascadero needs more housing for young people, working families and seniors, along with local jobs and infrastructure.
“We need more housing for young people, working families and seniors, good local jobs, and the infrastructure and essential services to support our growing community”
Own statementThe Tribune, Voter Guide
Homelessness1 sourced position
Says she wants to expand housing across the range from emergency housing to first homes while supporting services.
“I want to expand housing at every rung of the ladder”
Own statementThe Tribune, Atascadero candidates weigh in on homelessness efforts
Also running for City Council
- Mike Avila
- Ian Denchasy
- Susan Funk (incumbent)
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