Carmel-by-the-Sea City Council · Nov 3, 2026
Stefan
Karapetkov
Stefan Karapetkov is running for Carmel-by-the-Sea City Council in the Nov 3, 2026 election; 3 candidates are running for 2 seats.
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The race · City Council
- 01Alissandra DramovIncumbent
- 02Stefan KarapetkovYou’re reading
- 03Bobby Richards
Background
- About
- Carmel-by-the-Sea planning commissioner since 2023 and an engineer who works in the technology industry.
- Occupation (from candidate statement)
- Planning Commissioner
- Party
- Nonpartisan race. California Constitution, Article II, Section 6
- Campaign website
- www.karapetkovforcarmel.com
On the record: Stefan Karapetkov
5 sourced01Housing1 sourced position
Voted yes on recommending that the City Council adopt the 2023-2031 Housing Element amendment (passed 5-0, June 2026).
Commission voteCity of Carmel-by-the-Sea · Jun 10, 2026Link
02Wildfire and village character1 sourced position
Wants to strengthen wildfire resilience and advance the Design Traditions 1.5 work and city ordinances.
Protect Carmel’s unique character while strengthening wildfire resilience by drawing on my Planning Commission experience to help advance Design Traditions 1.5 and modernize city ordinances.”
Own statementKarapetkov for CarmelLink
03Infrastructure1 sourced position
Wants to underground utilities and improve emergency communication.
Modernize Carmel's aging infrastructure by applying my electrical engineering and wireless technology experience to underground utilities and improve emergency communication.”
Own statementKarapetkov for CarmelLink
04Parking1 sourced position
Wants practical parking solutions to support local businesses.
Support local businesses by implementing practical parking solutions that balance the needs of residents, businesses, employees, and visitors.”
Own statementKarapetkov for CarmelLink
05Beach and forest1 sourced position
Wants to address beach erosion.
Bring together the expertise and collaboration needed to address beach erosion and protect this treasured part of our community.”
Own statementKarapetkov for CarmelLink
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