What political party is Fernando Banuelos?

Nonpartisan race. Under the California Constitution (Art. II, Sec. 6), all city offices are nonpartisan, and a candidate's party preference is not printed on the ballot.

Parlier Mayor · Nov 3, 2026

Fernando
Banuelos

Fernando Banuelos is running for mayor of Parlier in the Nov 3, 2026 election, against Alma M. Beltran and Lionel Lopez Jr..

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22days to Nov 3

TodayOct 12

Last day to register to voteOct 19

Vote centers openOct 24

Election DayNov 3

The race · Mayor

01Fernando BanuelosYou’re reading
02Alma M. BeltranIncumbent
03Lionel Lopez Jr.

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Background

About: Retired instructor who says he taught at Fresno City College and Reedley College.
Occupation (from candidate statement): Retired Instructor
Party: Nonpartisan race. California Constitution, Article II, Section 6
Political organizations: Endorsed by Reform California. Reform California

The county list names Alma M. Beltran, Fernando Banuelos and Lionel Lopez Jr. for Mayor, three candidates for District 2 and two for District 4. Fresno County · Aug 12, 2026

On the record: Fernando Banuelos

3 sourced

01City budget1 sourced position

Said in a 2024 council-race interview that his first step would be to tackle the city budget, which he described as in deficit.
I believe that we’re writing checks without knowing that there’s money in the bank”
Own statementMid Valley Times · Sep 25, 2024

02Jobs and business investment1 sourced position

Said in 2024 he wants to market Parlier to companies and bring in higher-wage jobs.
Own statementMid Valley Times · Sep 25, 2024

03Police and public safety1 sourced position

Said in 2024 he would meet with the police chief to find out whether crime is rising and would add youth and parent programs.
Own statementMid Valley Times · Sep 25, 2024

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