What political party is Kelli Villanueva?

Nonpartisan race. Under the California Constitution (Art. II, Sec. 6), all city offices are nonpartisan, and a candidate's party preference is not printed on the ballot. Endorsed by the Yolo County Democratic Party and the Yolo County Pride Democrats.

Winters City Council · Nov 3, 2026

Kelli
Villanueva

Kelli Villanueva is running for Winters City Council in the Nov 3, 2026 election; 5 candidates are running for 3 seats.

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Background

About: Co-owner of WeCare4Yolo, an in-home care company, and 2025-2026 president of the Winters Rotary Club. She serves on the Winters Chamber of Commerce board.
Occupation (from candidate statement): Business Owner/Parent
Party: Nonpartisan race. California Constitution, Article II, Section 6 Endorsed by the Yolo County Democratic Party and the Yolo County Pride Democrats. Kelli 4 WintersCity issues often split differently from national party lines. Compare their positions.
Endorsed by: Lists endorsements from U.S. Rep. Mike Thompson, Assemblymember Cecilia Aguiar-Curry, Yolo County Supervisor Lucas Frerichs, Winters Mayor Al Vallecillo, Council Member Jesse Loren, the Yolo County Democratic Party and Yolo County Pride Democrats, among others. Kelli 4 Winters
Campaign website: kelli4winters.com

Incumbents Richard Casavecchia, Carol Scianna and Albert Vallecillo are seeking re-election, and Dave Callison and Kelli Villanueva are challenging them. Winters Express · Aug 20, 2026

On the record: Kelli Villanueva

5 sourced

01Senior and community center1 sourced position

Says the Community Center should be renovated with a senior center and visitor center added.
As a resident, I know the Community Center needs to be renovated while adding a senior center and visitor center, and improving accessibility of the whole facility.”
Own statementKelli 4 Winters Link

02Chromium-6 water treatment1 sourced position

Wants to work with city staff, state leaders and regional partners on long-term solutions to bring Winters into compliance on chromium-6.
I am committed to working with city staff, state leaders, and regional partners to identify practical, long-term solutions that bring Winters into compliance and ensure a safe and reliable water supply.”
Own statementKelli 4 Winters Link

03Growth2 sourced positions

Says growth should be planned so infrastructure, schools and public services keep pace with development.
I believe the city should plan for smart, responsible growth by ensuring infrastructure, schools, and public services keep pace with development.”
Own statementKelli 4 Winters Link
as reported by the Winters Express; not a direct quote
Said she is concerned about the impact Project 183 could have on school, fire, police and food infrastructure.
Own statementWinters Express · Sep 24, 2026 Link

04Downtown1 sourced position

Wants a vibrant downtown that keeps the town's small-town character.
I want to promote a vibrant downtown where residents and visitors can shop, dine, and gather, while protecting the charm and small-town character that make Winters special.”
Own statementKelli 4 Winters Link

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