Pacific Grove Mayor · Nov 3, 2026

Luke Coletti

Candidate for Mayor

10 candidates · 5 seats4 sourced positions

Luke Coletti is running for mayor of Pacific Grove in the Nov 3, 2026 election, against Nick Smith.

Ballots mailed and ballot return locations open · Mon, Oct 5, 2026

Today

Retired marine research technician and former Pacific Grove councilmember. He served four years on the council.

Where Luke Coletti stands: positions on the record

Council pay1 sourced position

Says he authored a Charter amendment requiring voter approval of council pay and benefits.
“I authored a Charter amendment requiring voter approval of Council pay and benefits.”
Own statementBallotpedia, Luke Coletti candidate survey · Oct 4, 2026

Short-term rentals1 sourced position

Says he authored Measure M, which limits vacation rentals.
“I also authored successful Measure M limiting vacation rentals.”
Own statementBallotpedia, Luke Coletti candidate survey · Oct 4, 2026

Measure R sales tax1 sourced position

Lists on his campaign site a public comment challenging claims about Measure R spending and who would pay the tax.
Own statementLuke Coletti for Mayor 2026 campaign website

Roads and sidewalks1 sourced position

Lists improving basic maintenance, roads and sidewalks among his priorities as mayor.
“Improving basic maintenance, roads, and sidewalks”
Own statementLuke Coletti for Mayor 2026 campaign website

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