Concord City Council District 3 · Nov 3, 2026
Douglas Lezameta
Candidate for City Council District 3
Douglas Lezameta is running for Concord City Council District 3 in the Nov 3, 2026 election, against Don Seta, Robyn Kuslits and Dena Acosta Beere.
Vote-by-mail packets mailed out · Mon, Oct 5, 2026
TodayFounder and CEO of Empower Minds ABA, which works with children with autism and their families. Has served with the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Contra Costa County and the County Workforce Development Board.
- Occupation (from candidate statement)
- Small Business Owner
- Endorsed by
- Says he has the support of State Senator Tim Grayson, Assemblywoman Anamarie Avila-Farías, members of the Concord City Council and local police officers. City of Concord candidate information packet: Douglas Lezameta (candidate statement)
- Campaign website
- www.douglaslezameta.com
Where Douglas Lezameta stands: positions on the record
Public safety1 sourced position
Supports police staffing, training and resources, plus closer coordination with the county's A3 crisis response system.
“I support our police officers and will work to ensure they have the staffing, training, and resources needed to protect Concord.”
Own statementDouglas Lezameta campaign site
Local business1 sourced position
Proposes a small business concierge to guide entrepreneurs through city permits and licenses.
“I support creating a small business concierge who can guide entrepreneurs through the process, answer questions, and help resolve delays.”
Own statementDouglas Lezameta campaign site
Housing1 sourced position
Supports tenant protections, enforcement of housing laws and mediation, while building more housing.
“I support meaningful tenant protections, enforcement of our housing laws, and mediation that helps resolve problems before families face displacement.”
Own statementDouglas Lezameta campaign site
Priorities1 sourced position
Candidate statement filed with the Concord City Clerk
Lists neighborhood safety, clean public spaces, responsible budgeting, small business support and balanced growth as his focus.
“On the City Council, I will focus on neighborhood safety, clean and well-maintained public spaces, responsible budgeting, support for small businesses, and balanced growth that protects Concord’s character while preparing us for the future.”
Own statementCity of Concord candidate information packet: Douglas Lezameta (candidate statement)
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