Coachella City Council · Nov 3, 2026
Yavonne Zapata
Candidate for City Council
Yavonne Zapata is running for Coachella City Council in the Nov 3, 2026 election; 5 candidates are running for 2 seats.
Last day for counties to begin mailing ballots · Mon, Oct 5, 2026
TodayFinancial aid specialist at College of the Desert and a lifelong Coachella resident. Reports over 13 years of public service, including at the Department of Public Social Services.
- Occupation (from candidate statement)
- Financial Aid Specialist
Where Yavonne Zapata stands: positions on the record
Campaign priorities1 sourced position
Says she wants to strengthen opportunities for youth, support local business and promote transparent government.
“My intention is to work to strengthen our opportunities for our youth, support local business and promote a transparent government.”
Own statementCity of Coachella
Budget1 sourced position
Says she will work to improve stewardship of taxpayer dollars.
“I will work diligently to improve our stewardship of taxpayer dollars.”
Own statementCity of Coachella
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