Irvine City Council District 5 · Nov 3, 2026
Julie Glossbrenner
Candidate for City Council District 5
Julie Glossbrenner is running for Irvine City Council District 5 in the Nov 3, 2026 election, against Anthony Kuo, Steven Alves, Byron Salvatierra and Betty Martinez Franco.
Vote-by-mail ballots available · Mon, Oct 5, 2026
TodayHousing specialist and UC Irvine graduate. She serves on the Board of Directors of UCI Health Family Health Centers and has volunteered with Irvine Meals on Wheels and Second Harvest Food Bank.
- Occupation (from candidate statement)
- Housing Specialist
- Campaign website
- www.julieforirvine.com
Where Julie Glossbrenner stands: positions on the record
Budget1 sourced position
Answer to The Vine's candidate questionnaire
Says she will push for clearer reporting on city and Great Park financial commitments, forecasts and results.
“In my first year, I will push for greater transparency around City and Great Park financial commitments and forecasting”
Own statementThe Vine · Sep 25, 2026
Libraries1 sourced position
Answer to The Vine's candidate questionnaire
Says she would have put more emphasis on long-term cost and public reporting before the city took over operating Irvine's libraries.
Own statementThe Vine · Sep 25, 2026
Priorities1 sourced position
Candidate statement in the city's official candidate list
Lists public safety, preserving open space and supporting responsible growth among her priorities.
“I am dedicated to protecting public safety, preserving open space, supporting responsible growth, and safeguarding Irvine's exceptional quality of life.”
Own statementCity of Irvine · Aug 13, 2026
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