Watsonville City Council District 5 · Nov 3, 2026
Angel Zuniga
Candidate for City Council District 5
Angel Zuniga is running for Watsonville City Council District 5 in the Nov 3, 2026 election, against Casey Clark.
Vote-by-mail ballots begin mailing; in-person voting opens at two locations · Mon, Oct 5, 2026
TodayAgricultural logistics manager at Americold Logistics and Watsonville Personnel Commission member. First-time city council candidate.
- Occupation (from candidate statement)
- Agricultural Logistics Manager
Where Angel Zuniga stands: positions on the record
Rent control1 sourced position
Said he would support a local rent control ordinance after the concept was explained, citing local wages and his experience as a renter.
Own statementSanta Cruz Local · Oct 3, 2026
Camping rules1 sourced position
Answered yes when asked whether he supports the city's camping ban.
Own statementSanta Cruz Local · Oct 3, 2026
Oversized vehicles1 sourced position
Answered no when asked whether he supports the city's oversized vehicle ordinance.
Own statementSanta Cruz Local · Oct 3, 2026
Flock license plate cameras1 sourced position
Answered undecided when asked whether he supports continuing the city's contracts with Flock Safety.
Own statementSanta Cruz Local · Oct 3, 2026
Housing1 sourced position
Said the city should streamline below-market-rate and market-rate housing development and reduce administrative delays that add to costs.
Own statementSanta Cruz Local · Oct 3, 2026
City spending1 sourced position
Said he wants taxpayers to be able to see how the city spends their money.
“Our businesses pay taxes, and we want to see what’s happening with that money”
Own statementSanta Cruz Local · Oct 3, 2026
Priorities1 sourced position
Lists public safety, neighborhood infrastructure and the local economy as his priorities.
“My priorities are enhancing public safety, maintaining our neighborhood infrastructure, and strengthening our local economy.”
Own statementCity of Watsonville
Also running for City Council District 5
- Casey Clark (incumbent)
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