Oceanside City Council District 1 · Nov 3, 2026
Michael Cline
Candidate for City Council District 1
Michael Cline is running for Oceanside City Council District 1 in the Nov 3, 2026 election, against Eric Joyce.
Ballots start going out · Mon, Oct 5, 2026
TodayRetired Army Special Operations combat veteran and co-founder of the Military Legacy Foundation. He also served as an Army museum director and founded Reeftiger Corp.
- Occupation (from candidate statement)
- Father/Retired U.S. Army
- Campaign website
- mikeclineoceanside.com
KOCT's live District 1 forum featured Michael Cline and Eric Joyce. KOCT
Ballotpedia lists the San Diego County Republican Party among endorsers of Michael Cline. Ballotpedia
Where Michael Cline stands: positions on the record
Affordability1 sourced position
Says local government should ease financial pressure, spend responsibly and support residents and small businesses.
“Local government should seek practical ways to reduce unnecessary financial pressure, spend responsibly, support local residents and small businesses, and protect the ability of longtime residents and future generations to remain in Oceanside.”
Own statementMike Cline campaign site
Public safety1 sourced position
Supports public-safety efforts centered on safe, well-maintained communities.
Own statementMike Cline campaign site
Coast1 sourced position
Supports responsible stewardship of the coastline, balancing community access, recreation and tourism.
Own statementMike Cline campaign site
Also running for City Council District 1
- Eric Joyce (incumbent)
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