Carmel, California — 2026 Local Elections

Browse Carmel, CA candidates and local races for the 2026 elections. City council, mayor, and ballot measures.

• County: Monterey
• Region: Central Coast
• Population: 3,900+
• Registered voters: 2,200+
• Council seats: 5
• Election cycle: Even-year November general elections

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Offices on the ballot

• City Council
• Mayor
• School Board

School districts

• Carmel Unified School District

Neighborhoods

• Downtown
• Carmel Point
• Carmel Woods
• Mission Trail
• Scenic Road

Local issues driving 2026 turnout

• Cal Am desalination & Carmel River cutbacks
• Forest character & tree preservation ordinance
• Short-term rental ban enforcement
• Carmel Beach access & dog policy
• Downtown commercial zoning & chain-store limits
• Carmel USD facilities & enrollment

Nearby pages

• Monterey
• Salinas
• Gonzales
• Greenfield
• King City
• Marina
• Pacific Grove
• Seaside

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