Kim Knaus
Kim Knaus is a member of the San Bernardino City Council in California, representing Ward 5. She assumed office on December 18, 2024. Her current term ends in 2028.
Knaus ran for election to the San Bernardino City Council to represent Ward 5 in California. She won in the general election on November 5, 2024.
Knaus completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Kim Knaus' career experience includes working as a businesswoman.[1]
Elections
2024
See also: City elections in San Bernardino, California (2024)
General election
General election for San Bernardino City Council Ward 5
Kim Knaus defeated Henry Gomez Nickel in the general election for San Bernardino City Council Ward 5 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Kim Knaus (Nonpartisan)  | 62.1 | 5,812 |
 | Henry Gomez Nickel (Nonpartisan) | 37.9 | 3,543 | |
| Total votes: 9,355 | |||
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Nonpartisan primary election
Nonpartisan primary for San Bernardino City Council Ward 5
Kim Knaus and Henry Gomez Nickel defeated incumbent Ben Reynoso, Chas Kelley, and Rose Ward in the primary for San Bernardino City Council Ward 5 on March 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Kim Knaus (Nonpartisan) | 37.1 | 1,440 |
| ✔ | | Henry Gomez Nickel (Nonpartisan) | 25.1 | 974 |
| Ben Reynoso (Nonpartisan) | 20.9 | 812 | ||
| Chas Kelley (Nonpartisan) | 12.6 | 490 | ||
| Rose Ward (Nonpartisan) | 4.2 | 162 | ||
| Total votes: 3,878 | |||
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Endorsements
Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Knaus in this election.
Campaign themes
2024
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Kim Knaus completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Knaus' responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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I was raised in San Bernardino, I’m raising my family here, and I share your concern about the serious challenges we’re facing.
Our City deserves better. We need a fighter with not just experience – but the right approach and attitude.
I'm ready to roll up my sleeves and do what’s necessary to transform our community.
I've been endorsed by the San Bernardino Police Officers Association, labor, business, and community leaders. But what truly matters is your support.- San Bernardino has consistently ranked in the top 10 list of the most dangerous cities in the U.S. San Bernardino residents should not feel unsafe at home.
Our city after a four-year stint of interim police chiefs, finally has permanent leadership with the hiring of Chief Darren Goodman. Under his stewardship our city is making significant strides in combatting the high rate of criminality, however our police department must be supported. Our public safety must be PRIORITIZED.
A vote for Kim Knaus means the thoughtful and prioritized allocation of tax-payer dollars to ensure our city is properly resourced to truly create safe streets! - The 5th Ward deserves a representative with a deep understanding of business dynamics. I am committed to fostering collaboration across various sectors, engaging in substantive dialogue to drive intelligent development initiatives in the 5th Ward. It's time to set higher standards and unlock the immense potential that lies within the 5th Ward! Together, we can make it happen.
As your next city councilperson, I will:
- Work closely with businesses and community partners to enhance storefronts, improve infrastructure, and create attractive public spaces. Thus creating a more attractive and welcoming city.
- Expand our city’s collaborative university engagement.
- Facilitate partnerships with businesses to bring new, good paying jobs.
- Decreasing Homelessness on Our City Streets
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See also
2024 Elections
External links
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Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on October 7, 2024
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| Preceded by Ben Reynoso |
San Bernardino City Council Ward 5 2024-Present |
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