Elko City Council · Nov 3, 2026

James Q. “Jim” Winer

Candidate for City Council

9 candidates · 3 seats4 sourced positions

James Q. “Jim” Winer is running for Elko City Council in the Nov 3, 2026 election; 6 candidates are running for 2 seats.

Early voting begins · Sat, Oct 17, 2026

Elko resident of 36 years and past president of the Elko Chamber of Commerce.

Where James Q. “Jim” Winer stands: positions on the record

Housing permits1 sourced position

Says the city should streamline codes, approvals and permitting and open more cost-effective land for development.
“The city should streamline codes, approvals, and permitting while opening more cost-effective land for development.”
Own statementElko Daily Free Press

City priorities1 sourced position

Names public safety first, then streets and infrastructure, then economic development and small business support.
“First, public safety. Police and fire must always be a priority.”
Own statementElko Daily Free Press

City cleanup1 sourced position

Says a priority is a citywide cleanup initiative called ‘Don’t Mess with Elko.’
“One priority I’m running on is a citywide cleanup initiative called ‘Don’t Mess with Elko.’”
Own statementElko Daily Free Press

Data centers1 sourced position

Says data centers can add to economic stability with the right technology and clear limits.
“With the right technology and clear sideboards, they can add to the community’s economic stability.”
Own statementElko Daily Free Press

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