Francisco Mayoral Munoz

Francisco Mayoral Munoz

Nonpartisan

Candidate, San Diego City Council District 8

Elections and appointments

Next election

June 2, 2026

Education

High school

Hilltop High School

Military

Service / branch

U.S. Marine Corps

Years of service

2023 - 2024

Personal

Religion

Christian

Profession

Security guard

Contact

Campaign website

Campaign Instagram

Francisco Mayoral Munoz is running for election to the San Diego City Council to represent District 8 in California. He declared candidacy for the primary scheduled on June 2, 2026.^[source]

Mayoral Munoz completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Francisco Mayoral Munoz served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 2023 to 2024. He earned a high school diploma from Hilltop High School. His career experience includes working as a security guard.

Elections

2026

See also: City elections in San Diego, 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 Diego City Council District 8

Francisco Mayoral Munoz (Nonpartisan) is running in the primary for San Diego City Council District 8 on June 2, 2026.

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Campaign themes

2026

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I am Francisco Mayoral, a first-generation immigrant who graduated from Hilltop High School and served in the Marine Corps. I have seen how both major parties have turned what was once the "finest" city in America into something reminiscent of the third world, promising change every election year, despite being the ones in power. I have lived and grown up on the same street all my life, even after returning from my service, I did not once see my street or area change. Without mentioning the smell, the roads are horrible, the streets lack lighting, and some areas don't even have sidewalks. What made me run for this office was not just the issues I've stated, but the fact that our city's leadership keeps ignoring and/or creating these issues while selling themselves as the solution.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• To lower the salaries of the Mayor, Council and other top positions as they should make more than congressmen while most San Diegans can't afford to live in their city.
• Fix the thousands of damaged or faulty infrastructure that the city keeps ignoring while also putting a check to the councils unnecessary spending .
• To create a third political party after the election and provide a new option for votes and a way to fight back against the democrat-republican oligarchy that has not once benefitted the common citizen.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

-economic growth and financial accountability

-public infrastructure and utilities
-Safety
-Transportation and mobility
-Housing
-Land use and conservation
-Disaster prevention and preparedness
-Job creation
-Waste management and public hygiene

-Homelessness

What qualities does this office possess that makes it a unique and important part of the state government and legal system?

It has the most direct impact on the everyday lives of people.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

I look up to my father, who has been a hard worker all his life and was able to sustain a family of five and work 3 jobs at once.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Disciplined, fair, pragmatic, zeal, loyal and unwilling to compromise ideals or those who follow them

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

To keep the best interests of their district and the city in general, while using the position to serve the community and never themselves.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

My very first job was at 18 when I served in the US Marine Corps and held the job for just over a year due to an injury.

Are there any little-known powers or responsibilities held by this office that you believe more people should be aware of?

City council members are usually also members of other boards and commissions (SANDAG, MTS), meaning that they are responsible for more things than people think of.

Do you believe that it's beneficial for holders of this office to have previous experience in government or politics?

While experience can be beneficial, this office is often regarded as the way to build it .

What kind of skills or expertise do you believe would be the most helpful for the holders of this office to possess?

Military experience might be one of the most helpful due to the significant income and jobs created by the many bases in San Diego.

What qualities does this office possess that makes it a unique and important part of the local government?

It is the deciding office for several issues, from appointments and infrastructure to the city's budget.

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