Fullerton City Council District 5 · Nov 3, 2026
David Fischbein
Candidate for City Council District 5
David Fischbein is running for Fullerton City Council District 5 in the Nov 3, 2026 election, against Oscar Valadez and Jozef Maldonado.
Vote-by-mail ballots available · Mon, Oct 5, 2026
TodayRetired U.S. Navy veteran who led aviation and maritime operations. His civilian career has been in purchasing, supply chain management, quality assurance and government acquisition.
- Occupation (from candidate statement)
- Quality Assurance Inspector
- Campaign website
- www.fischbein4fullerton.com
The League of Women Voters forum for Districts 3 and 5 included Valadez, Charles, Maldonado and Kim; David Fischbein was not on the panel. Fullerton Observer · Sep 26, 2026
Where David Fischbein stands: positions on the record
Budget2 sourced positions
Says he will focus on responsible spending, safer streets, infrastructure and transparent government.
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Supports balanced budgets, competitive bidding and maintaining emergency reserves.
“Fiscal responsibility means maintaining emergency reserves”
Own statementDavid Fischbein campaign site
Roads and taxes1 sourced position
Wants a share of new city revenue directed to neighborhood roads without raising taxes.
“without raising taxes or promising money before it materializes”
Own statementDavid Fischbein campaign site
Roads1 sourced position
Calls for a transparent street-repair plan and independent audits of paving contracts.
Own statementDavid Fischbein campaign site
Public safety1 sourced position
Opposes defunding the police department.
“I will not support dismantling or defunding our police force”
Own statementDavid Fischbein campaign site
Pensions1 sourced position
Supports a study of a hybrid retirement system for future city employees that protects benefits already earned.
Own statementDavid Fischbein campaign site
Homelessness1 sourced position
Would combine enforcement of laws protecting public spaces with shelter, treatment and services through faith groups and nonprofits.
Own statementDavid Fischbein campaign site
Colleges1 sourced position
Would press Cal State Fullerton and Fullerton College to help pay for emergency services and infrastructure near campus.
Own statementDavid Fischbein campaign site
Economy1 sourced position
Would explore a hotel at the Fullerton Transportation Center and revitalizing the Orangethorpe, Lemon and Harbor corridors.
Own statementDavid Fischbein campaign site
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