Rancho Cucamonga City Council District 2 · Nov 3, 2026

David VanGorden

Candidate for City Council District 2

10 candidates · 3 seats7 sourced positions

David VanGorden is running for Rancho Cucamonga City Council District 2 in the Nov 3, 2026 election, against DeJonae Marie Shaw, Kristine Scott and Connie Velazquez.

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Occupation (from candidate statement): Retired Police Officer
Endorsed by: California Rifle & Pistol Association Political Action Committee (CRPA PAC) (as listed on his website). David VanGorden for City Council
Campaign website: www.vangordenforrancho.com

Where David VanGorden stands: positions on the record

Growth and infrastructure1 sourced position

Says infrastructure should be in place ahead of development.
“Infrastructure should lead development — not chase it.”
Own statementDavid VanGorden for City Council

Development1 sourced position

Says new development must keep pace with roads, public safety, water and other infrastructure.
“We must ensure new development keeps pace with roads, public safety, water resources, and other essential infrastructure.”
Own statementSan Bernardino County Voter Information Guide, Nov. 3, 2026 (candidate statements)

Homelessness1 sourced position

Wants expanded outreach and services, with laws on trespassing and public camping enforced after help is offered.
“After offering help and resources, rules need to be enforced.”
Own statementDavid VanGorden for City Council

Etiwanda Heights1 sourced position

Says residents deserve a clear explanation of why the Etiwanda Heights plan changed and how infrastructure will support it.
Own statementDavid VanGorden for City Council

Spending1 sourced position

Says every major city expenditure should provide a clear benefit to residents.
“Every major expenditure should provide a clear benefit to residents and reflect our community's highest priorities.”
Own statementSan Bernardino County Voter Information Guide, Nov. 3, 2026 (candidate statements)

Council votes1 sourced position

Says residents see frequent 5-0 council votes on major projects and calls for healthy debate at the dais.
Own statementDavid VanGorden for Rancho Cucamonga City Council

Ran for office1 sourced position

Ran for Rancho Cucamonga City Council, District 2 in 2022 (lost).
Own statementSan Bernardino County Registrar of Voters: Results, Nov. 8, 2022 General Election · Dec 1, 2022

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