Candidates Compete for San Joaquin Council Seats

In Stockton, the District 4 City Council race features Gina Valadez-Bracamonte, a food bank founder with community-focused experience, and Mario Enriquez, who brings national policy expertise. Meanwhile, in Madera, incumbent Anita Evans faces a rematch against former councilmember Derek Robinson, who criticizes the current council's development priorities. In San Marcos, candidates Ed Musgrove and Natasha Zander Hilmes address infrastructure and housing affordability as they vie for the District 4 seat. Additionally, Mario Gardea and Lilliana Udang are competing for the San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors District 1 seat, focusing on crime reduction and county solvency. Lastly, in Stockton's District 2, Mariela Ponce, a healthcare worker, is campaigning against Waqar Rizvi, with concerns about crime and homelessness at the forefront. These races reflect a mix of local experience and community issues as candidates prepare for the upcoming elections.