San Bernardino City Council Ward 1 · Nov 3, 2026
Ron Alvarado
Candidate for City Council Ward 1
Ron Alvarado is running for San Bernardino City Council Ward 1 in the Nov 3, 2026 election, against Virginia Marquez.
Mail ballots sent; early voting begins · Mon, Oct 5, 2026
TodaySan Bernardino County fraud investigator and chair of the city's parks and recreation commission. He is president of the Hanes Park Neighborhood Association and a Teamsters Local 1932 member.
- Occupation (from candidate statement)
- Government Fraud Investigator
- Campaign website
- ronforward1.com
June 2 primary, Ward 1: Virginia Marquez 34.12%, Ron Alvarado 31.22%. Ward 2: Christian Shaughnessy 39.65%, Benito Barrios 32.55%. Ward 4: Joe Salas 38.40%, Fred Shorett 34.33%. San Bernardino County Registrar of Voters: Final certified results, June 2, 2026 Statewide Direct Primary · Jun 26, 2026
Where Ron Alvarado stands: positions on the record
Budget2 sourced positions
As reported by the San Bernardino Sun
Says city money should go to streets, parks and public safety rather than administrative overhead.
“Taxpayer dollars must be directed back into core infrastructure — our streets, parks, and public safety — rather than administrative overhead,”
Own statementSan Bernardino Sun · Sep 29, 2026
As reported by the San Bernardino Sun; not a direct quote
Would put surplus revenue toward unfunded pension liabilities.
Own statementSan Bernardino Sun · Sep 29, 2026
Accountability1 sourced position
As reported by the San Bernardino Sun; not a direct quote
Would seek a citywide forensic audit to find inefficiencies, redundant contracts and wasteful spending.
Own statementSan Bernardino Sun · Sep 29, 2026
Warehouses1 sourced position
Would oppose new warehouse projects without community benefit agreements, zero-emission equipment rules and plans to keep trucks off residential streets.
“I would not support new warehouse projects unless they include robust Community Benefit Agreements, strict zero-emission mandates for equipment, and clear plans to keep heavy truck traffic away from residential streets and schools.”
Own statementSan Bernardino Sun · May 5, 2026
Homelessness1 sourced position
Supports enforcing local ordinances to keep parks and sidewalks clear, paired with more bridge housing.
“I support firm enforcement of local ordinances to keep our parks and sidewalks clear for all residents, but this must be paired with expanded “bridge housing” options that offer a path toward stability.”
Own statementSan Bernardino Sun · May 5, 2026
Short-term rentals1 sourced position
Told the council in April 2026 that the city should adopt strong enforcement-based rules for short-term rentals or consider a full ban.
Own statementSan Bernardino Mayor and City Council minutes, April 15, 2026 · Apr 15, 2026
Downtown1 sourced position
Commits to redeveloping the former Carousel Mall property and fast-tracking the General Plan and Downtown Specific Plan.
Own statementRon Alvarado for Ward 1
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