Mayor
What does this office do?
- Proposing the city budget, in many cities
- Picking who leads city departments, such as the police chief, in many cities
- Signing or vetoing council bills, in many cities
Affects: Environment and Public Health, Government Efficiency, Government Spending Reduction,
Candidates:
Nonpartisan
As of September 2026, we found no public information about Christopher Baca's job, background, or goals.
Nonpartisan
Former chief of staff to a Riverside County supervisor and former Riverside parks commissioner who chairs the Inland Empire Hispanic Leadership Council. His priorities are faster emergency response and good local jobs that hold warehouse growth accountable.
Nonpartisan
A Moreno Valley pastor, professor, and administrator. Her earlier campaign site stressed community leadership and a revamp of how the city handles homelessness and poverty.
Nonpartisan
Teen member and chair of the Moreno Valley Parks, Community Services, and Trails Commission. Campaign priorities are youth jobs and career pathways, and a city government that listens to residents.
Records: Social Programs and Welfare 1 for
Nonpartisan · Incumbent
Moreno Valley mayor since 2022 and a former District 4 council member first elected in 2017; a UC Riverside political science graduate and business owner. His priorities include addressing homelessness and investing in infrastructure and public safety.
Records: Government Spending Reduction 1 against
Nonpartisan
A businesswoman and mother who has lived in Moreno Valley since age 10. Her priorities are safer neighborhoods and economic opportunity through support for local businesses.
Source: voteinfo.net