Meet the Candidates 2026

Description

Join the Sonoma Chamber of Commerce for an evening of conversation and connection with the candidates running for Sonoma City Council in the 2026 General Municipal Election. This informal event offers local residents, business owners, and members of our community the opportunity to meet the candidates, learn more about the people seeking to represent Sonoma, and have meaningful conversations in a relaxed setting. 

This is not a debate or formal candidate forum. Instead, it is an opportunity to meet the candidates one-on-one, hear about their backgrounds and perspectives, and connect with them directly. We are pleased to welcome all Council candidates, including those who were already appointed to new terms on City Council due to running unopposed:

Candidates for District 1 

Peggy Hutton 

Julian Mackie 

Mike Menefee 

Appointed to New Terms:

District 3 John Gurney 

District 5 Ron Wellander 

📅 Tuesday, September 29, 2026 ⏰ 5:00–6:30 PM 📍 Swiss Hotel – Back Patio 18 W. Spain Street, Sonoma Thanks to the generous hospitality of the Swiss Hotel, there is no cost to attend. Beverages will be available for purchase. Advance registration is requested. We hope you’ll join us for an evening of community connection and an opportunity to meet the candidates who will help shape the future of Sonoma.