Santa Clara Mayor · Nov 3, 2026
Mike Wiltberger
Candidate for Mayor
Mike Wiltberger is running for mayor of Santa Clara in the Nov 3, 2026 election, against Gary Ferraris, Karen Hardy, David Kertes, Kevin Park and Kathy Watanabe.
Vote-by-mail ballots begin mailing (week of) · Mon, Oct 5, 2026
TodayScientist and medical-device entrepreneur who has founded technology companies; his campaign says it is 100% self-funded.
- Occupation (from candidate statement)
- Research Scientist/Entrepreneur
- Campaign website
- mikeformayor26.com
Where Mike Wiltberger stands: positions on the record
Electric rates1 sourced position
Answer to the Silicon Valley Voice mayoral candidate questionnaire
Supports Silicon Valley Power's growth, and says companies creating new demand should pay their share of infrastructure costs.
“Companies creating this demand should pay their fair share of infrastructure costs, and residents should see a clear financial benefit.”
Own statementSilicon Valley Voice mayoral candidate questionnaire · Sep 30, 2026
Stadium1 sourced position
Answer to the Silicon Valley Voice mayoral candidate questionnaire
Would explore having an independent professional third party oversee stadium-related matters, with public reporting.
“I would explore using an independent, professional third party to oversee appropriate stadium-related matters, with clear responsibilities, financial accountability and public reporting.”
Own statementSilicon Valley Voice mayoral candidate questionnaire · Sep 30, 2026
Housing2 sourced positions
Answer to the Silicon Valley Voice mayoral candidate questionnaire
Says he does not believe rent control is the best long-term solution, and wants more permanently affordable housing.
“I do not believe rent control is the best long-term solution.”
Own statementSilicon Valley Voice mayoral candidate questionnaire · Sep 30, 2026
Campaign website
Supports concentrating higher-density housing along El Camino Real and near transit.
“I support concentrating higher-density housing along major corridors such as El Camino Real and near transit”
Own statementMike Wiltberger campaign site
Infrastructure1 sourced position
Answer to the Silicon Valley Voice mayoral candidate questionnaire
Says the city needs long-term capital plans and reserves to repair and replace public facilities.
“We need long-term capital plans and reserves for their repair and eventual replacement.”
Own statementSilicon Valley Voice mayoral candidate questionnaire · Sep 30, 2026
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