Fernando Dutra (Whittier City Council District 4, California, candidate 2026)
Fernando Dutra is running for election to the Whittier City Council District 4 in California. Dutra is on the ballot in the general election on April 14, 2026.[source]
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Elections
General election
The general election will occur on April 14, 2026.
General election for Whittier City Council District 4
Fernando Dutra (Nonpartisan), Felipe Longoria (Nonpartisan), and Aida Susie Macedo (Nonpartisan) are running in the general election for Whittier City Council District 4 on April 14, 2026.
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Campaign website
Dutra's campaign website stated the following:
My Goals and Values:
Inclusive: I will listen to the concerns of our residents and incorporate their best ideas. I am looking forward to starting a "listening tour" among all Whittier community groups.
Ethical: At a time when many in the public view elected officials suspiciously, I believe in leading by example. Although I am a professional in business development, I pledge not to do business in Whittier and effectively avoid even the appearance of conflicts of interest. However, my proven skills and contacts in the real estate development community will be quite helpful with the critically important Fred C. Nelles project.
Personal Responsibility & Giving Back: I believe it is vital for every citizen to get involved in the betterment of this community. That is why I served on the city of Whittier Planning Commission, Design Review Board, YMCA Board of Directors, as Metro Light Rail East Side Extension chairman, Southeast Water Coalition board member and as a St. Gregory parish carnival committee volunteer.
Fiscally conservative: Whittier is flourishing at a time when other cities are declaring bankruptcy. This is due to the excellent job performed by this and previous city councils. My goal would be to have our city live within its means. Our city needs to treat its budget as if it were the people’s money.
Hillside & Historic Preservation: Although I am employed in the development sector, I value keeping our hills free of real estate development for future generations. I run through the hills and use the Greenway Trail several times a week. My work in preserving and protecting historically significant buildings is key and shows my commitment to the importance of preserving our past.
A patriotic American by choice: The Dutra family emigrated here many years ago in search of the American dream. I learned English at the age of 11 and I watched my mother, a teacher, and my father, a welder, work hard to get our family to this land of opportunity. We lived in Europe, several African countries, the Boston area and now California in my parents’ quest for a better life. With a great deal of pride my folks now see their son serving this great city of Whittier.
— Fernando Dutra's campaign website (March 17, 2026)
See also
2026 Elections
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