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Voter guide · Nov 3, 2026

Piedmont City Council Election 2026

3 of 5 council seats are on the ballot, with 5 candidates running. Updated Oct 5, 2026. Every claim links to its source. How we check

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The candidates

Listed alphabetically by last name. Every position links to its source.

Voters choose up to three of five candidates for three at-large four-year seats.

Voter registration deadline · Oct 19

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What the next council decides

01Measure GG real estate transfer tax4 sourced facts

Where it standsVoters will decide Measure GG on the November ballot, which would raise the transfer tax from 1.3% to 1.75% of the sale price starting July 1, 2027.

What's on the tableHow the next council plans for facilities and infrastructure costs if Measure GG passes or fails.

02City budget and long-term finances3 sourced facts

Where it standsThe council adopted the FY 2026/27 budget in June 2026 and is relying on property-related taxes for most of its revenue.

What's on the tableHow the next council balances services, facilities spending and revenue in future budgets.

03Home electrification and climate goals3 sourced facts

Where it standsCity staff told the council in May 2026 that Piedmont is behind on its carbon neutrality goals and described a home electrification strategy and rebate program.

What's on the tableHow much the city invests in electrification incentives and climate programs.

04State housing requirements2 sourced facts

Where it standsThe city is working on Housing Element programs, including inclusionary housing and an affordable housing fund.

What's on the tableHow Piedmont carries out its Housing Element programs and responds to state housing mandates.

1 note on these statements

Piedmont's Board of Education election was canceled because the two incumbents were unopposed for the two seats. Piedmont Exedra, Five in the running for three open City Council seats

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  1. 1. How should Piedmont respond to state housing requirements?

Seat the councilSeat the Council →Pick a winner for each open seat and see where the resulting council stands on each issue.New · How Piedmont is runWho runs Piedmont, and what it costsThe city administrator earns $322,494. See council pay, whether the city is in the red, and where your property tax goes.

Key dates

The seat math

2 stay (not up this year): Conna McCarthy, Lorrel Plimier3 on this ballot

5 council seats. The council decides by a 3-vote majority.

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