What political party is Manuel Olivas?

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.

Pismo Beach City Council Member · Nov 3, 2026

Manuel
Olivas

Manuel Olivas is running for Pismo Beach City Council Member in the Nov 3, 2026 election; 4 candidates are running for 2 seats.

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Background

About: Law enforcement officer whose campaign priorities are public safety, infrastructure, local businesses and the environment.
Party: Nonpartisan race. California Constitution, Article II, Section 6
Campaign website: www.manuelolivasforcitycouncil.com

Manuel Olivas did not reply to multiple requests for comment from The Tribune for its voter guide. San Luis Obispo Tribune · Oct 11, 2026

On the record: Manuel Olivas

5 sourced

01Public safety1 sourced position

Lists improving and maintaining public safety across all neighborhoods as a top priority.
Own statementManuel Olivas for City Council Link

02Infrastructure1 sourced position

Lists continuing to invest in roads, parks and public spaces as a priority.
Own statementManuel Olivas for City Council Link

03Coastal Commission1 sourced position

as reported by the San Luis Obispo Tribune; not a direct quote
Said the city has been bullied by the Coastal Commission and must push back where possible.
Forum answerSan Luis Obispo Tribune · Oct 9, 2026 Link

04Cannabis1 sourced position

Said he would not support cannabis dispensaries in Pismo Beach.
I’m not saying if you do it, it’s wrong — to each their own, but the fact that people do it and drive is my concern, and I would never back something like that.”
Forum answerSan Luis Obispo Tribune · Oct 9, 2026 Link

05Economy1 sourced position

as reported by the San Luis Obispo Tribune; not a direct quote
Said the city should keep extending support to hotels and other visitor-serving businesses as needed.
Forum answerSan Luis Obispo Tribune · Oct 9, 2026 Link

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