Mark Velasque
Mark Velasque is running for election to the Sacramento City Council to represent District 7 in California. Velasque is on the ballot in the primary on June 2, 2026.[source]
Elections
2026
See also: City elections in Sacramento, 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 Sacramento City Council District 7
Incumbent Rick Jennings (Nonpartisan), Scott Lau (Nonpartisan), and Mark Velasque (Nonpartisan) are running in the primary for Sacramento City Council District 7 on June 2, 2026.
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| Mark Velasque (Nonpartisan) | ||
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Campaign themes
2026
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Campaign website
Velasque's campaign website stated the following:
Issues
Creation of a Public Cemetery
The City of Sacramento is almost out of affordable burial spaces. The City needs to establish a public cemetery district to ensure affordable, dignified end-of-life services for all residents. Rising burial costs and limited space have made it increasingly difficult for many families to plan for loved ones. A public district would provide equitable access while honoring Sacramento’s cultural diversity. As highlighted in recent articles about Mark Velasquez, this issue reflects a broader need for public solutions that reduce financial burdens on families and treat burial services as an essential community responsibility.
- ABC10 | After losing his daughter, a father is trying to fix Sacramento’s affordable burial space problem.
- SACBEE | Sacramento may run out of cemetery space. One man has a plan to fix it.
Safe Sidewalks and Safe Routes to School
Every child in Sacramento deserves a safe and reliable way to get to school. Yet many families still face broken sidewalks, missing curb ramps, poor lighting, and dangerous crossings near our local schools. When basic infrastructure is missing, children are forced to walk in the street, cross busy roads without protection, or rely on car trips that increase congestion around schools. As a councilmember I will make Safe Routes to School and Vision Zero a top infrastructure priority.
Key Priorities for District 7
Build Missing Sidewalks
I will prioritize funding to repair damaged sidewalks and build missing connections near neighborhood schools such as John Cabrillo Elementary, Sutterville Elementary, and Brookfield schools. Every child should have a continuous, accessible sidewalk from their neighborhood to the school gate.
Safer Crosswalks and Intersections
Too many crossings near schools and our parks lack proper visibility or protection. I will push for:
- High-visibility ladder crosswalks
- Pedestrian-activated flashing beacons
- Raised crosswalks and speed tables
- Shorter crossing distances with curb extensions
Public Safety
Investing in safe sidewalks and streets does more than protect children. It reduces traffic congestion, encourages walking and biking, improves public health, and strengthens the safety and livability of our neighborhoods. When our streets are safe enough for our kids, they are safer for everyone.
— Mark Velasque's campaign website (March 27, 2026)
See also
2026 Elections
External links
Footnotes
