Santa Maria City Council District 4 · Nov 3, 2026
Vincent Martinez
Candidate for City Council District 4
Vincent Martinez is running for Santa Maria City Council District 4 in the Nov 3, 2026 election, against Tyler Barksdale.
Vote-by-mail ballots mailed to all eligible voters (Oct. 5 to Oct. 27) · Mon, Oct 5, 2026
TodayLocal business owner who has served on the Santa Barbara County Planning Commission, including as Chair. He co-founded the Santa Maria Police Council and is a former President of the Northern Santa Barbara County United Way.
- Occupation (from candidate statement)
- Local Business Owner
- Endorsed by
- Santa Barbara County Supervisor Steve Lavagnino; Santa Maria Councilmember Maribel Aguilera; former Mayor Larry Lavagnino; school district trustees Ricky Lara, John Hollinshead and Linda Cordero; Allan Hancock College Trustee Hilda Zacarias; others as listed on his site. Vincent Martinez campaign site
- Campaign website
- vincentmartinez.org
Where Vincent Martinez stands: positions on the record
Priorities1 sourced position
Lists homelessness, public safety, the city budget and neighborhood quality of life as his focus.
“I will bring focused, experienced leadership to address homelessness, public safety, our City's budget, and for all quality of life in our neighborhoods.”
Own statementVincent Martinez nomination filing and candidate statement (City of Santa Maria) · Jul 28, 2026
City budget1 sourced position
Says city government should not spend more than it takes in.
“Santa Maria families know that you cannot spend more than you take in, and city government should operate by the same principle.”
Own statementVincent Martinez campaign site
Housing and growth1 sourced position
Supports housing construction and ADU rules that also protect neighborhood character and parking.
“I support a balanced approach that encourages responsible housing construction and reasonable ADU policies while protecting neighborhood character, parking availability, and quality of life.”
Own statementVincent Martinez campaign site
Public safety1 sourced position
Supports investing in first-responder recruitment and retention and reducing reliance on overtime.
“I will support responsible investments in recruitment and retention, reduce reliance on overtime, and ensure our first responders have the tools necessary to protect our community.”
Own statementVincent Martinez campaign site
Homelessness1 sourced position
Calls for mental health, substance abuse and housing services while also addressing encampments.
“We need a practical approach that combines compassion with accountability.”
Own statementVincent Martinez campaign site
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