Salinas Mayor · Nov 3, 2026

Daniel Muñoz

Candidate for Mayor

11 candidates · 4 seats4 sourced positions

Daniel Muñoz is running for mayor of Salinas in the Nov 3, 2026 election, against Dennis Donohue, Peter Szalai and Hezekiah Gonzalez.

Ballots mailed; ballot return locations open · Mon, Oct 5, 2026

Today

Construction worker with more than 20 years in the industry, artist and community activist.

Where Daniel Muñoz stands: positions on the record

Agriculture tax2 sourced positions

Supports a new tax on agriculture, saying the money could repair roads and fund homeless support and programs for children and seniors.
“I am the only candidate in support of a long overdue ag tax that will generate new revenue for the city without placing any additional burden on working families.”
Own statementCandidate statement filed for the Nov. 3, 2026 election (Monterey County Elections)
Plans to first ask agriculture leaders about a voluntary per-box fee, and to seek a voter-approved agriculture tax if that falls short.
Own statementDaniel Muñoz campaign site

Rent stabilization1 sourced position

As reported by Monterey County Weekly; not a direct quote
Favors keeping the four rent ordinances that Measure H would repeal.
Forum answerMonterey County Weekly · Sep 14, 2026

Measure G1 sourced position

As reported by Monterey County Weekly
Opposes Measure G this year, saying the city needs the money but must first regain residents' trust.
“I understand we need the money, I'm not foolish”
Forum answerMonterey County Weekly · Sep 14, 2026

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