Bien Doan
Bien Doan is a member of the San Jose City Council in California, representing District 7. He assumed office on January 1, 2023. His current term ends on December 31, 2026.
Doan is running for re-election to the San Jose City Council to represent District 7 in California. He is on the ballot in the primary on June 2, 2026.[source]
Elections
2026
See also: City elections in San Jose, California (2026)
General election
The primary will occur on June 2, 2026. The general election will occur on November 3, 2026. General election candidates will be added here following the primary.
Nonpartisan primary
Nonpartisan primary election for San Jose City Council District 7
Incumbent Bien Doan (Nonpartisan), Rafael García (Nonpartisan), Van Le (Nonpartisan), and HG Nguyen (Nonpartisan) are running in the primary for San Jose City Council District 7 on June 2, 2026.
Candidate | ||
| Bien Doan (Nonpartisan) | ||
| Rafael García (Nonpartisan) | ||
 | Van Le (Nonpartisan) | |
| HG Nguyen (Nonpartisan) | ||
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2022
See also: City elections in San Jose, California (2022)
General election
General election for San Jose City Council District 7
Bien Doan defeated incumbent Maya Esparza in the general election for San Jose City Council District 7 on November 8, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Bien Doan (Nonpartisan) | 53.8 | 9,170 | |
 | Maya Esparza (Nonpartisan) | 46.2 | 7,877 | |
| Total votes: 17,047 | |||
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Nonpartisan primary election
Nonpartisan primary for San Jose City Council District 7
Incumbent Maya Esparza and Bien Doan defeated Van Le in the primary for San Jose City Council District 7 on June 7, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Maya Esparza (Nonpartisan) | 47.5 | 5,449 |
| ✔ | Bien Doan (Nonpartisan) | 28.8 | 3,298 | |
| Van Le (Nonpartisan) | 23.7 | 2,719 | |
| Total votes: 11,466 | |||
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Campaign themes
2026
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Campaign website
Doan's campaign website stated the following:
Policy Updates
Policy work shapes laws and programs that directly impact our quality of life by addressing our District's needs. I am focused on:
- Addressing Homelessness
- Improving Safety
- Making Housing Affordable
D7 Initiatives
Progress on Fireworks Prevention & Drone Pilot Launch - Summer 2025
I want to take a moment to acknowledge the incredible work being done by our Fire Department, Police Department, City Attorney’s Office, Code Enforcement, and other City staff to improve public safety and enforcement efforts in our community. One of the most innovative initiatives underway is the launch of a drone pilot program aimed at addressing the persistent issue of illegal fireworks—particularly during high-risk times like the Fourth of July.
For months, my District 7 team has worked closely with the All District Leadership Group, Code Enforcement from the City of Elk Grove, and our own City staff to understand how best to implement this pilot program. By using Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), or drones, we can observe and respond to illegal fireworks activity in real time. This approach not only helps gather crucial intelligence and video evidence but also supports future enforcement actions, such as issuing citations through the Social Host Ordinance to hold property owners accountable.
This forward-thinking initiative is a powerful tool for enhancing public safety, reducing fire hazards, and preventing injuries, all while minimizing disruption to the community. With the collaboration of various departments, we’re able to use this technology to protect the safety of our officers and the public in a smart, efficient, and effective way.
On February 20, 2025 the Public Safety and Finance Strategic Support Committee voted unanimously to accept the report and officially launch the pilot program. As we prepare for the upcoming Fourth of July, I am confident that this program will lay the groundwork for continued success in reducing illegal fireworks and improving safety in our neighborhoods. I’d like to thank all the staff and partners involved in this important work.
RVLording Ordinance Initiative
Exciting news for San José! The District 7-led ordinance is taking strong action to tackle the growing issue of "vanlording" in our City. The memorandum requests that the City Manager, in collaboration with key departments, will work on a comprehensive report to curtail the renting and leasing of RVs on public streets as well as potential new ordinances. This initiative is set to improve safety, curb exploitation, and ensure better living conditions for vulnerable residents. The proposed ordinance will include exploring new restrictions on RV sales, trades, and auctions, as well as enhanced enforcement to protect tenants and the community. The proposal is set to come to the Rules and Open Government Committee on March 12, 2025 at 2:00 PM. With support from Mayor Matt Mahan, Councilmember David Cohen and Councilmember Michael Mulcahy, all signing on, the City is taking an important first step towards making San José a safer, more sustainable housing environment for all. My team will update after the vote.
UPDATE - the Rules and Open Government Committee voted to push this item forward. The City Manager will report back to the full City Council, cost implications, during the budget study sessions beginning in May. We are excited to see this work move forward during the budget process.
— Bien Doan's campaign website (April 4, 2026)
2022
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See also
2026 Elections
External links
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Candidate San Jose City Council District 7 |
Officeholder San Jose City Council District 7 |
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Footnotes
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| Preceded by Maya Esparza |
San Jose City Council District 7 2023-Present |
Succeeded by - |
