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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.

Pinole City Council · Nov 3, 2026

Gabriel
Sandoval

Gabriel Sandoval is running for Pinole City Council in the Nov 3, 2026 election; 5 candidates are running for 3 seats.

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TodayOct 12

Voter registration deadlineOct 19

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Election DayNov 3

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Background

About: Gabriel Sandoval is a Pinole Planning Commission member who began his career in the California State Senate. He says he has served on the commission for three years and chaired it.
Occupation (from candidate statement): Legislative Staff
Party: Nonpartisan race. California Constitution, Article II, Section 6
Campaign website: www.gabeforpinole.com

On the record: Gabriel Sandoval

5 sourced

01Post Office sale1 sourced position

As a Planning Commissioner, made the motion and voted yes on Resolution 26-04, finding the proposed disposition of 2101 Pear Street conformed to the General Plan (passed 7-0, Mar. 2026).
Commission votePinole Planning Commission minutes, Mar. 23, 2026 · Mar 23, 2026

02Budget and capital plan1 sourced position

As a Planning Commissioner, made the motion and voted yes on Resolution 26-06, finding the proposed Capital Improvement Plan for FY 2026/27 through 2030/31 conformed to the General Plan (passed 4-0-3, June 2026).
Commission votePinole Planning Commission minutes, June 8, 2026 · Jun 8, 2026

03Roads and infrastructure1 sourced position

Lists investing in roads, parks and infrastructure as part of his plan on his campaign site.
Investing in our roads, parks, and infrastructure so residents can enjoy the Pinole that they deserve.”
Own statementGabriel Sandoval for Pinole City Council

04Public safety1 sourced position

Lists public safety as part of his plan on his campaign site.
Safety for All means making sure everyone feels safe in Pinole, and our first responders have the tools they need.”
Own statementGabriel Sandoval for Pinole City Council

05Local economy1 sourced position

Lists revitalizing city businesses as a priority on his campaign site.
Helping revitalize businesses in the City to promote growth and increase revenue is a top priority for me.”
Own statementGabriel Sandoval for Pinole City Council

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