Waterford City Council · Nov 3, 2026

Todd R.
Valdez

Todd R. Valdez is running for Waterford City Council in the Nov 3, 2026 election; 4 candidates are running for 2 seats.

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Nov 3Election Day

The race · City Council

  1. 01Christine R. HarrisIncumbent
  2. 02Jeremy T. Hedden
  3. 03Desiree Turnbough
  4. 04Todd R. ValdezYou’re reading
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Background

About
Todd R. Valdez works in pharmaceutical sales and has lived in Waterford for 26 years. He has served as a Scoutmaster, coached recreation sports and organized cleanup projects along the Tuolumne River trail.
Occupation (from candidate statement)
Sales Consultant

On the record: Todd R. Valdez

4 sourced
01Parks1 sourced position
  • Lists parks, trails and Tuolumne River access as his first campaign priority and calls for clear maintenance priorities for them.

    Waterford’s parks, recreation trail, river access, and public facilities should be among the city’s greatest strengths.”

    Own statementTodd Valdez for Waterford City CouncilLink

02Public spaces1 sourced position
  • Says the city should address lighting, litter, graffiti, landscaping, sidewalks and entrances in shared spaces.

    Address lighting, litter, graffiti, landscaping, sidewalks, and entrances so shared spaces are comfortable throughout the day and evening.”

    Own statementTodd Valdez for Waterford City CouncilLink

03Housing growth1 sourced position
  • Says city leaders should study the facts and budget and plan responsibly for roads, water, infrastructure and growth.

    Listen, study the facts and budget, communicate clearly, and plan responsibly for roads, water, facilities, infrastructure, and growth.”

    Own statementTodd Valdez for Waterford City CouncilLink

04Youth and events1 sourced position
  • Calls for partnerships for recreation, youth activities and community events.

    Build practical partnerships for recreation, youth activities, community events, and greater use of Waterford’s parks, river, and public spaces.”

    Own statementTodd Valdez for Waterford City CouncilLink

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