November 2026 General Election

NOTICE OF ELECTION

City of Lafayette General Election - November 3, 2026

To elect three (3) City Councilmembers

Two City Council Members for full 4-year terms each and

One City Council Member for a partial 2-year term

Extended Nomination Period for City Council

Incumbent Councilmember Susan Candell did not file nomination papers by the August 7, 2026 filing deadline. As a result, the nomination period for a City Council seat has been extended through Wednesday, August 12, 2026, at 4:00 p.m.

During the extended nomination period the nomination papers for City Council Candidates will be issued by appointment only.  To schedule an appointment with City Clerk Joanne Robbins call (925) 284-1968 or email: jrobbins@ci.lafayette.ca.us.

The candidate is responsible for the delivery of all signed original documents to the City Clerk Joanne Robbins no later than Wednesday, August 12, 2026, 4pm.

Eligibility to Run for Lafayette City Council:

A citizen of the United States
At least 18 years of age
A registered voter and a qualified elector of the City of Lafayette

Candidate Resources:

Candidate Guide click here. 
Fair Political Practices Commission: https://www.fppc.ca.gov/

Note: Table below will be updated starting July 15

NOTE:  The information on this site is not intended as legal advice or as a substitute for the advice of an attorney.  People seeking specific legal advice or assistance should contact an attorney.  The City Clerk does not provide legal interpretation or legal guidance on State rules or local ordinances.