Port Hueneme City Council · Nov 3, 2026
James Importante
Candidate for City Council
James Importante is running for Port Hueneme City Council in the Nov 3, 2026 election; 5 candidates are running for 3 seats.
Vote-by-mail ballots begin mailing (29 days before Election Day) · Mon, Oct 5, 2026
TodayLocal government management analyst and economic development manager with over 20 years of experience. He serves on the Port Hueneme Measure U Citizens Oversight Committee and the board of Hueneme Housing, Inc.
- Occupation (from candidate statement)
- Program Management Analyst
- Campaign website
- www.voteimportante.com
The nominees' ballot order is Laura Hernandez, Julio Kollerbohm, James Importante, Steven A. Gama and Martha R. McQueen-Legohn. City of Port Hueneme · Aug 28, 2026
Where James Importante stands: positions on the record
City revenue1 sourced position
Says the city needs a smarter long-term economic strategy as cannabis tax revenue declines, including attracting investment.
“Port Hueneme can’t rely on yesterday’s economy to fund tomorrow’s services.”
Own statementJames Importante campaign
Housing1 sourced position
Says the city needs a range of housing options, citing a "penthouses to tiny houses" approach.
“our city needs a genuine range of housing options”
Own statementJames Importante campaign
Also running for City Council
- Steven Gama (incumbent)
- Laura Hernandez (incumbent)
- Julio Kollerbohm
- Martha McQueen-Legohn (incumbent)
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