Gordon Chester
CA
Gordon Chester has worked for San Jose's Department of Public Works for more than a decade on telecom regulation and is a lifelong District 9 resident. This is his first run for office.
Where Gordon Chester stands, based on their records
Supports
Housing Affordability (1 record), Public Infrastructure (1 record)
Track record
Track record — Housing Affordability
Housing Affordability · 1 support
On June 2, 2026, San José Spotlight reported that San Jose YIMBY had endorsed Gordon Chester and that his platform supported expanding mid-rise mixed-use development to create more walkable neighborhoods in District 9.
June 2, 2026Supports Housing Affordability
Source: sanjosespotlight.com
Track record — Public Infrastructure
Public Infrastructure · 1 support
Worked for more than a decade in San Jose's Department of Public Works, including on the municipal team regulating telecommunications companies operating in the city.
December 16, 2025Supports Public Infrastructure
Source: sanjosespotlight.com
Track record — General
General · 1 record
Has worked for over a decade in San Jose's Department of Public Works, including on the team regulating telecom companies operating in the city.
December 16, 2025
Source: sanjosespotlight.com
Past race Gordon Chester ran in:
- Member, City Council, District 9 · November 3, 2026 · San Jose City Council District 9