FAQs

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When is the election?

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The next Walnut Creek City Council election will be held on November 3, 2026.

Mail ballots are typically sent out in October, about 29 days before Election Day, so many voters will begin casting their ballots weeks before November 3.

Is Walnut Creek City Council a partisan race?

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No. City Council elections in Walnut Creek are non-partisan.

Candidates do not run with a party label on the ballot, and the focus is on local leadership, not national politics.

Is Brendan a Republican or a Democrat?

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Brendan is a Democrat.

That said, city government is about practical solutions, not party labels. Public safety, traffic, housing, and quality of life impact everyone — regardless of political affiliation. Brendan is committed to working with residents across the spectrum to deliver smart, balanced leadership for Walnut Creek.

Where does Brendan stand on the issues?

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Right now, Brendan is meeting with residents across Walnut Creek to listen and learn about what matters most to them.

His core priorities are:

  • Affordability – Making sure families, seniors, and the next generation can afford to live here.

  • Mobility – Addressing traffic and improving how we move safely through our city.

  • Livability – Protecting public safety, preserving neighborhood character, and maintaining the high quality of life that makes Walnut Creek special.

His mission is simple: protect what makes Walnut Creek great while planning smartly for the future.

There are many ways to help:

  • Volunteer at events

  • Walk neighborhoods

  • Host a small gathering

  • Put up a yard sign (when available)

  • Make a contribution

Visit the Get Involved page to sign up and let us know how you’d like to participate.

How can I get involved?

How can I contact Brendan?

How can I meet with Brendan?

Why should I vote for Brendan?

You can reach Brendan directly through the contact form on this website or by emailing:

brendanmoran.wc@gmail.com

He reads his messages personally and values direct communication from residents.

Brendan is actively meeting with residents throughout the community.

If you’d like to grab coffee, schedule a short call, or invite him to speak with your neighborhood group, simply fill out the contact form and include a few times that work for you.

He believes the best local leadership starts with listening.

Walnut Creek is at an important moment.

The decisions being made right now about housing, traffic, public safety, and growth will shape our city for the next generation. Brendan believes those decisions require thoughtful planning, transparency, and leadership that is present, engaged, and accountable.

He brings experience in planning, small business, and nonprofit leadership — along with a deep personal investment in the community as a father raising his family here.

Brendan is focused on:

  • Protecting public safety

  • Planning responsibly for growth

  • Improving mobility and traffic flow

  • Preserving the character and livability of Walnut Creek

  • Making it possible for the next generation to stay and thrive here

He is running to protect what makes Walnut Creek special — while ensuring we are prepared for the future.

If you believe our city deserves practical leadership, open communication, and long-term thinking, Brendan would be honored to earn your vote.