Voter guide · Nov 3, 2026

Wildomar City Council Election 2026

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The candidates

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City Council District 5 · 1 seat

Ashlee DePhillippoIncumbentWildomar councilmember, former mayor and small business owner.9sourced
Pedro MagdalenoListed on the ballot with the designation First Responder.1sourced

Only voters in District 5 vote on this contest, for one four-year seat. Districts 1 and 3 were also up this year, but the council appointed the sole nominees in August, so those seats are not on the ballot.

3 notes on these statements

Carlos Marquez (District 1) and Joseph Morabito (District 3) were the only nominees in their districts when nominations closed on August 7, 2026. City of Wildomar · Aug 12, 2026

On August 18, 2026 the council voted 5-0 to adopt Resolution No. 2026-55, appointing the nominees for Districts 1 and 3 in lieu of the November 3 election. Wildomar City Council minutes, Aug. 18, 2026 (special meeting) · Aug 18, 2026

The county's candidate list shows Ashlee DePhillippo and Pedro Magdaleno as the two candidates on the ballot for District 5. Riverside County Registrar of Voters · Sep 1, 2026

Already on the council, not on the ballot

Whoever you elect will govern alongside these members.

Carlos MarquezMayor; Councilmember, District 15sourced Bridgette MooreCouncilmember, District 45sourced Joseph MorabitoCouncilmember, District 35sourced Dustin NiggMayor Pro Tem; Councilmember, District 23sourced

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Match quiz3 questions · answers stay on your phone Seat the CouncilPick winners, see the council What council decidesCannabis rules, Gas stations, car washes and storage, Old Town Specific Plan Key datesDeadlines and vote centers

Next date

County elections officials begin mailing ballots (by this date)

Mon, Oct 5, 2026

TodayAll key dates

What the next council decides

Cannabis rules

Where it standsThe council moved a cannabis code amendment in 2025 and approved a retail cannabis development agreement the same year.

What's on the tableWhether to change cannabis rules again and which cannabis businesses may operate in the city.

In February 2025 the council asked staff to draft changes including a 600-foot distance from residential zones and eliminating cannabis manufacturing, distribution and testing in industrial zones. Wildomar City Council minutes, Feb. 12, 2025 · Feb 12, 2025
On July 9, 2025 the council voted 3-1 to introduce Ordinance No. 252, a cannabis code amendment. Wildomar City Council minutes, July 9, 2025 · Jul 9, 2025
On April 9, 2025 the council voted 5-0 on first reading of Ordinance No. 250, a development agreement for a retail cannabis business on Mission Trail. Wildomar City Council minutes, April 9, 2025 · Apr 9, 2025

Gas stations, car washes and storage

Where it standsAn ordinance restricting and regulating these uses was adopted in September 2025.

What's on the tableWhether to keep, loosen or extend those limits as new projects are proposed.

In June 2025 the council added to its future agenda an ordinance to prohibit or freeze development of gas stations, car washes and storage facilities in major corridors, requested by Marquez. Wildomar City Council minutes, June 11, 2025 · Jun 11, 2025
On August 13, 2025 the council voted 4-0 to introduce Ordinance No. 253 restricting and regulating car washes, service stations and storage facilities and establishing a Historic and Downtown Overlay District. Wildomar City Council minutes, Aug. 13, 2025 · Aug 13, 2025
The council approved the second reading of Ordinance No. 253 on its September 10, 2025 consent calendar (5-0). Wildomar City Council minutes, Sept. 10, 2025 · Sep 10, 2025

Old Town Specific Plan

Where it standsThe council approved a planning agreement in June 2026 after tabling it in May.

What's on the tableWhat the Old Town plan will allow and how its cost is covered.

The council's 2026 goals, adopted 5-0 in January, include beginning work on the Historic Old Town Specific Plan. Wildomar City Council minutes, Jan. 14, 2026 · Jan 14, 2026
On May 13, 2026 the council voted 5-0 to table the planning agreement and bring it back in June. Wildomar City Council minutes, May 13, 2026 · May 13, 2026
On June 10, 2026 the council voted 4-1 to approve an agreement with Albert A. Webb & Associates, not to exceed $459,225, with a supplemental appropriation in Fund 110 (Cannabis DA). Wildomar City Council minutes, June 10, 2026 · Jun 10, 2026

Parks, services and budget

Where it standsThe council adopted a FY 2026-27 budget in June and held a long-range service plan workshop in August.

What's on the tableWhich parks and services to build and how to pay for them.

On June 10, 2026 the council voted 5-0 to adopt the FY 2026-27 amended budget. Wildomar City Council minutes, June 10, 2026 · Jun 10, 2026
On August 12, 2026 the council voted 5-0 to award a $433,446 construction contract for Phase 0-A of the 20-Acre Park and Trail. Wildomar City Council minutes, Aug. 12, 2026 · Aug 12, 2026
At an August 18, 2026 workshop the council received public input on community priorities, desired service levels and future city investments. Wildomar City Council minutes, Aug. 18, 2026 (special meeting) · Aug 18, 2026

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1. How should Wildomar regulate cannabis businesses?
2. Should Wildomar limit new gas stations, car washes and storage facilities?
3. Should the city fund a specific plan for Old Town Wildomar now?

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Key dates

Write-in candidate filing period opensCity of WildomarSep 7, 2026
County elections officials begin mailing ballots (by this date)California Secretary of StateOct 5, 2026
Last day to register to vote onlineCalifornia Secretary of StateOct 19, 2026
Write-in candidate filing deadlineCity of WildomarOct 20, 2026
Election Day (polls open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.)California Secretary of StateNov 3, 2026

The seat math

4 stay (not up this year): Carlos Marquez, Bridgette Moore, Joseph Morabito, Dustin Nigg1 on this ballot

5 council seats. The council decides by a 3-vote majority.

The council has five members elected by district to staggered four-year terms, with elections in November of even-numbered years. Wildomar City Council page
The council appoints a Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem each December, serving the following calendar year. Wildomar City Council page
The Mayor votes on council items; for example, Mayor Marquez voted yes on the August 18, 2026 resolution on Districts 1 and 3 (passed 5-0). Wildomar City Council minutes, Aug. 18, 2026 (special meeting) · Aug 18, 2026

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