Costa Mesa City Council District 5 · Nov 3, 2026

Steve Smith

Candidate for City Council District 5

8 candidates · 4 seats6 sourced positions

Steve Smith is running for Costa Mesa City Council District 5 in the Nov 3, 2026 election, against Kelly Brown.

Vote-by-mail ballots available · Mon, Oct 5, 2026

Today

Technology consultant focused on cloud computing and a member of Costa Mesa's Animal Services Committee.

Where Steve Smith stands: positions on the record

Budget and taxes1 sourced position

Wants to close the city deficit with cuts and growth, without new taxes.
“Fix our finances: smart cuts, smarter growth, and a real plan to close the deficit — without new taxes or shortchanging our community.”
Own statementSteve Smith

Fairview Park2 sourced positions

Wants to protect Fairview Park's recreational uses, including glider flying and Concerts in the Park.
“Protect Fairview Park for families, preserve Glider flying, “Concerts in the Park” and the recreational uses that define it.”
Own statementSteve Smith
As reported by the Daily Pilot; not a direct quote
Opposes what he views as an "ecology-first" Fairview Park Master Plan.
Own statementDaily Pilot · Aug 14, 2026

Public safety1 sourced position

Wants the police department staffed, funded and equipped.
“Staff it. Fund it. Equip it. Let’s focus on our police and public safety in Costa Mesa.”
Own statementSteve Smith

Permits1 sourced position

Wants to end what he calls a standoff between City Hall and local business.
“Let's end the standoff between City Hall and local business.”
Own statementSteve Smith

Animal shelter1 sourced position

As reported by the Daily Pilot; not a direct quote
Has advocated for a Costa Mesa-based animal shelter.
Own statementDaily Pilot · Aug 14, 2026

Every claim here links to its source and was checked against it before publishing. How this guide works →

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.