Petaluma Mayor · Nov 3, 2026
John Hanania
Candidate for Mayor
John Hanania is running for mayor of Petaluma in the Nov 3, 2026 election, against Kevin McDonnell and Shelina Moreda.
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TodaySmall business owner and 36-year Petaluma resident who has attended City Council meetings since 1991. He says he is a former board member of Petaluma Community Access.
- Occupation (from candidate statement)
- Small Business Owner
Where John Hanania stands: positions on the record
Downtown and growth1 sourced position
Says he supports housing and economic development that respect the historic downtown and neighborhoods.
“respecting our historic downtown and neighborhoods”
Own statementSonoma County Registrar of Voters
Council oversight1 sourced position
Says the council's responsibility is oversight of city leadership and ensuring public funds are spent wisely.
“The City Council's responsibility is to provide oversight of city leadership and ensure public funds are spent wisely.”
Own statementSonoma County Registrar of Voters
Past candidacy1 sourced position
Ran for Petaluma City Council, District 3 in 2022 (lost).
Own statementPetaluma Argus-Courier · Aug 11, 2026
Also running for Mayor
- Kevin McDonnell (incumbent)
- Shelina Moreda
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