Patterson Mayor · Nov 3, 2026

Gabriela Hernandez

Candidate for Mayor

5 candidates · 3 seats3 sourced positions

Gabriela Hernandez is running for mayor of Patterson in the Nov 3, 2026 election, against Michael Clauzel.

Ballot drop boxes deployed; vote-by-mail ballot mailing period begins · Mon, Oct 5, 2026

Today

Patterson City Council member for District A and CEO of a non-profit organization.

Endorsed by: Lists Patterson council members Carlos Roque, Kendra Mora and Chinyere Jack, Riverbank Mayor Rachel Hernandez and the North Valley Labor Federation among endorsers (partial list). Hernandez for Patterson
Campaign website: www.hernandezforpatterson.com

If Gabriela Hernandez wins the mayor's race, the council would appoint a replacement to finish her District A term. Patterson Irrigator

Where Gabriela Hernandez stands: positions on the record

Water quality1 sourced position

In her 2024 candidate questionnaire, called water quality an issue of great importance and said she would push for any necessary upgrades.
“Clean, safe water is a basic human right”
Own statementPatterson Irrigator

City budget1 sourced position

In her 2024 candidate questionnaire, said she wants more investment in infrastructure, public safety and resources for the unhoused, and more public input on the budget.
Own statementPatterson Irrigator

District B appointment1 sourced position

Voted for Chinyere Nnodim Jack to fill the District B vacancy; neither applicant reached three votes (August 3, 2026).
Council votePatterson Irrigator

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