Riverside City Council · Nov 3, 2026
Luis Hernandez
Councilmember, Ward 6 (elected June 2026, sworn in July 7, 2026)City of Riverside
Luis Hernandez (Councilmember, Ward 6) is not on the Nov 3, 2026 ballot and will stay on the Riverside City Council after the election.
A disability services specialist whose career has been in nonprofit work; served as vice chair of the city's Board of Ethics.
Councilmember Clarissa Cervantes and Luis Hernandez, listed as Board of Ethics vice chair, are listed as endorsers on Aram Ayra's campaign site. Aram Ayra campaign site
Where Luis Hernandez stands: positions on the record
Homelessness2 sourced positions
As reported by The Raincross Gazette; not a direct quote
Said as a candidate in January 2026 that he would have supported the Quality Inn homeless housing conversion the council had just rejected.
Forum answerThe Raincross Gazette · Jan 15, 2026
Said he supports solutions that connect homeless residents to housing, mental health care and stability while keeping neighborhoods safe.
“I support practical, compassionate solutions that connect people to housing, mental healthcare, and pathways to stability, while keeping our neighborhoods safe and clean.”
Own statementLuis Hernandez
Utility rates1 sourced position
Voted to set a public hearing on a proposed five-year sewer rate plan running through July 2031 (passed unanimously, Sept. 2026).
Council voteRiverside City Council minutes, Sept. 22, 2026 · Sep 22, 2026
On the ballot this time
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