Clayton City Council · Nov 3, 2026
Maria Shulman
Candidate for City Council
Maria Shulman is running for Clayton City Council in the Nov 3, 2026 election; 4 candidates are running for 2 seats.
Vote-by-mail ballots mailed · Mon, Oct 5, 2026
TodayNurse and healthcare leader who serves on the Clayton Planning Commission. She also serves on the Clayton Community Library Foundation Board.
- Campaign website
- mariaforclayton.com
The City Council appointed Maria Shulman, Charlie Schmidt and Nate Brzovich to the Planning Commission (passed 5-0, July 7, 2026). Clayton City Council minutes, July 7, 2026 (in Aug. 18, 2026 agenda packet) · Jul 7, 2026
Where Maria Shulman stands: positions on the record
Budget and city finances1 sourced position
Names sound financial management as her first priority.
“Sound financial management is the foundation of a strong community.”
Own statementMaria Shulman for Clayton City Council
Public safety1 sourced position
Says she supports the city's police force.
“I am committed to continuing to support our police force.”
Own statementMaria Shulman for Clayton City Council
Housing and development1 sourced position
Lists state housing mandates among the challenges that prompted her run.
“including a limited budget, state housing mandates, aging infrastructure, fire safety”
Own statementMaria Shulman
Planning Commission1 sourced position
Moved the motion to approve a reduction to the required rear yard setback (passed 4-1, Oct. 2025).
Commission voteClayton Planning Commission minutes, Oct. 28, 2025 (in Jan. 13, 2026 agenda packet) · Oct 28, 2025
Past candidacy1 sourced position
Ran in the 2024 general election.
Own statementContra Costa County past election results: Maria Shulman
Also running for City Council
- Amy Callaghan
- Charles J. Schmidt
- Kim Trupiano (incumbent)
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