Patterson, CAVoter Guide 2026 · not a ballot

Patterson Mayor · Nov 3, 2026

Michael Clauzel

Candidate for Mayor (incumbent)

5 candidates · 3 seats3 sourced positions

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

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US Air Force veteran who has served in the San Francisco Sheriff's Office since 2007.

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Where Michael Clauzel stands: positions on the record

Public safety1 sourced position

  • In his 2022 candidate questionnaire, named public safety the most urgent issue facing Patterson and said police, fire and paramedic staffing must grow with the population.

    “The most urgent issue facing Patterson is public safety.”

    Own statementPatterson Irrigator

Homelessness1 sourced position

  • In his 2022 candidate questionnaire, proposed a Community Care Response Team that would co-respond with Sheriff's deputies to calls involving homeless people.

    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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