2026 General Municipal Election

2026 General Municipal Election

The next General Municipal Election for the City of McFarland will be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.

This page provides information for voters and individuals interested in running for elected office in the City of McFarland. Information will be updated as additional election materials, deadlines, and candidate resources become available.

Date of Election

Tuesday, November 3, 2026

Positions for Election

The following City positions will be up for election:

·        Mayor
4-Year Term

·         Member of the City Council, District 1
4-Year Term

·        Member of the City Council, District 2
2-Year Term, Short Term

·      Member of the City Council, District 3                                                                                                                                        4-Year Term Nomination Period

The nomination period for candidates is scheduled for:

July 13, 2026 through August 7, 2026

Candidate nomination documents must be filed by the applicable deadline. Prospective candidates are encouraged to contact the City Clerk’s Office early to confirm eligibility and receive filing information.

Candidate Eligibility

To run for elected office in the City of McFarland, a candidate must generally be:

• A citizen of the United States
• At least 18 years of age
• A registered voter
• A resident within the applicable ward/district

Eligibility requirements should be confirmed with the City Clerk’s Office before beginning the nomination process.

Helpful Resources

If you are interested in running for elected office in the City of McFarland, the following resources may be helpful:

• Candidate Toolkit
• Candidate Eligibility Information
• Fair Political Practices Commission Candidate Resources
• Kern County Elections Division
• California Secretary of State Elections Division

Contact Information

For questions about the 2026 General Municipal Election or candidate filing process, please contact:

Erika De La Cruz 
City Clerk
City of McFarland
[Email Erika De La Cruz] 

Phone: 661-792-3091