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After the final filings, the Redwood City Council race is set with key candidates vying for seats. Mayor Jeff Gee is running unopposed for re-election in District 1, while Vice Mayor Lissette Espinoza-Garnica faces a challenge in District 3 from Planning Commissioner and Friendly Acres co-chair Isabella Chu. In District 4, Elmer Martinez Saballos is running unopposed. District 7 will see a competitive race between former council member Diana Reddy and Marcella Padilla, both strong contenders for the seat.

Read more about each candidate below. Also, check out the rest of our election coverage, including a Q&A comparing the candidates side-by-side on major issues and comprehensive coverage of campaign finance.

We also have our first-ever podcast series, Redwood City Election Watch 2024, featuring in-depth conversations with the candidates running for Redwood City Council.