What political party is Matthew "Matt" Avery?

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

Matthew "Matt"
Avery

Matthew "Matt" Avery 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

Last day to request a vote-by-mail ballotOct 27

Election DayNov 3

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Background

About: Matt Avery is a retired Pinole Police Department commander with 28 years of service. He also served as Acting Chief of Police.
Occupation (from candidate statement): Retired Police Commander
Party: Nonpartisan race. California Constitution, Article II, Section 6
Campaign website: matt4citycouncil.com

On the record: Matthew "Matt" Avery

3 sourced

01Public safety1 sourced position

Says on his campaign site that he will fight to ensure police and fire and emergency medical services have funding, equipment and training.
I will fight to ensure they have the proper funding, modern equipment, contemporary training, and the respect they have earned.”
Own statementMatthew Avery for Pinole City Council, Priorities

02Roads and infrastructure1 sourced position

Pledges on his campaign site to prioritize funding for public works, including streets.
I pledge to prioritize funding for essential public works and information technologies—from safe, well-maintained streets to digital infrastructure, tools, and services designed to serve the needs of the community.”
Own statementMatthew Avery for Pinole City Council, Priorities

03Budget and spending1 sourced position

Says on his campaign site that he opposes one-time funding and stop-gap measures to balance the budget.
I oppose one time funding and stop gap measures to balance the budget, and the taxpayers are tax fatigued.”
Own statementMatthew Avery for Pinole City Council, Priorities

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