Clermont City Council Seat 5 · Nov 3, 2026
Michael Gonzalez
Candidate for City Council Seat 5
Michael Gonzalez is running for Clermont City Council Seat 5 in the Nov 3, 2026 election, against William “Bill” Petersen.
Election Day (polls open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.) · Tue, Nov 3, 2026
Retired U.S. Coast Guard veteran with more than 28 years of service and a former Clermont council member. He says he served as the city's liaison to the Lake County Metropolitan Planning Organization.
- Campaign website
- www.votemichaelgonzalez.com
Michael Gonzalez is a former Clermont council member. New Florida Media · Jun 15, 2026
Where Michael Gonzalez stands: positions on the record
City budget1 sourced position
Supports long-range budget projections and careful debt management without increasing the tax burden on residents.
“Responsible government isn't about spending more—it's about spending wisely.”
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Transparency1 sourced position
Supports public dashboards with information on budgets, major projects, infrastructure and council votes.
“accessible public dashboards that provide clear information on budgets, major projects, infrastructure initiatives, and council votes”
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Public safety1 sourced position
Supports giving police, firefighters and emergency personnel the resources, staffing, equipment and training to stay responsive as the city grows.
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Infrastructure1 sourced position
Supports a comprehensive assessment of infrastructure needs and a prioritized plan built into long-term budget projections.
Own statementMichael Gonzalez for Clermont
Also running for City Council Seat 5
- William “Bill” Petersen (incumbent)
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