Big Bear Lake City Council District 2 · Nov 3, 2026
Sonia
Ibarra
Sonia Ibarra is running for Big Bear Lake City Council District 2 in the Nov 3, 2026 election, against Kara Flietstra.
Not sure who to vote for? Answer a few questions and see which Big Bear Lake candidates agree with you, and why.
No sign-in. Your answers stay on your device. We never endorse anyone. Report an error
The race · City Council District 2
- 01Kara Flietstra
- 02Sonia IbarraYou’re reading
Background
- About
- Retired school administrator who worked 37 years as a teacher and administrator. She holds a master's degree in Educational Leadership from Stanford University and is a member of the local Rotary club.
- Occupation (from candidate statement)
- Retired School Administrator
- Party
- Nonpartisan race. California Constitution, Article II, Section 6 Endorsed by the San Bernardino County Democratic Party and the Democratic Club of Big Bear Valley. Vote Sonia IbarraCity issues often split differently from national party lines. Compare their positions.
- Endorsed by
- Her campaign site says she is endorsed by the San Bernardino County Democratic Party and the Democratic Club of Big Bear Valley. Vote Sonia Ibarra
- Campaign website
- votesoniaibarra.com
On the record: Sonia Ibarra
5 sourced01Transparency1 sourced position
Says she has always advocated for effective communication, transparency and accountability.
As a servant leader I have always strongly advocated for effective communication, transparency and accountability.”
Own statementSan Bernardino County Voter Information Guide, November 3, 2026 General Election (candidate statements, City of Big Bear Lake) · Sep 29, 2026Link
02Growth and General Plan1 sourced position
Says she attends local meetings and reviews city documents such as the implementation of the 2050 General Plan.
Own statementSan Bernardino County Voter Information Guide, November 3, 2026 General Election (candidate statements, City of Big Bear Lake) · Sep 29, 2026Link
03Tourism1 sourced position
Lists balancing the visitor economy with residents' quality of life as a priority.
Balancing a thriving visitor economy with the quality of life for residents.”
Own statementVote Sonia IbarraLink
04Housing1 sourced position
Lists supporting policies that address local housing challenges as a priority.
Supporting policies that strengthen neighborhoods and address local housing challenges.”
Own statementVote Sonia IbarraLink
05Public safety1 sourced position
Lists support for first responders, emergency preparedness and wildfire resilience as a priority.
Supporting first responders, emergency preparedness, wildfire resilience, and neighborhood safety.”
Own statementVote Sonia IbarraLink
Every claim links to its source and was checked against it before publishing. How this guide works
Match quiz · 2 minutes · no sign-in
See which Big Bear Lake candidates match you
Also on your Big Bear Lake ballot
See something wrong? Report an error
Something wrong or missing? Tell us what and where, with a link to a source if you have one. Reports feed the next verification run.