Matthew Gauna

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Matthew Gauna

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Nonpartisan

Elections and appointments

Last election

May 3, 2025

Personal

Birthplace

San Antonio, Texas

Profession

Auditor for Aramark at AT&T Center

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Matthew Gauna ran for election to the San Antonio City Council to represent District 1 in Texas. He lost in the general election on May 3, 2025.

Biography

Gauna was born in San Antonio, Texas. As of his 2021 campaign, Gauna was attending the University of Texas at San Antonio. His career experience includes working as an auditor for Aramark at the AT&T Center.

Gauna has been affiliated with the following organization:

• Basura Bash

Elections

2025

See also: City elections in San Antonio, Texas (2025)

General runoff election

General runoff election for San Antonio City Council District 1

Incumbent Sukh Kaur defeated Patricia Gibbons in the general runoff election for San Antonio City Council District 1 on June 7, 2025.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Sukh Kaur (Nonpartisan)	65.0	10,813
		Patricia Gibbons (Nonpartisan)	35.0	5,822

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 16,635
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General election

General election for San Antonio City Council District 1

The following candidates ran in the general election for San Antonio City Council District 1 on May 3, 2025.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Sukh Kaur (Nonpartisan)	48.9	5,972
✔		Patricia Gibbons (Nonpartisan)	17.8	2,170
		Susan Strawn (Nonpartisan)	13.2	1,615
		Julisa Medrano-Guerra (Nonpartisan)	6.1	744
	Submit photo	Ramiro Gonzales (Nonpartisan)	6.1	742
		Anita Kegley (Nonpartisan)	2.6	314
		Maureen Galindo (Nonpartisan)	2.5	307
	Submit photo	Matthew Gauna (Nonpartisan)	1.3	160
		Arnulfo Ortiz (Nonpartisan)	1.0	120
	Submit photo	Dominque Littwitz (Nonpartisan)	0.5	63

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 12,207
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Endorsements

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2021

See also: City elections in San Antonio, Texas (2021)

General runoff election

General runoff election for San Antonio City Council District 1

Mario Bravo defeated incumbent Roberto C. Treviño in the general runoff election for San Antonio City Council District 1 on June 5, 2021.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Mario Bravo (Nonpartisan)	53.6	4,040
		Roberto C. Treviño (Nonpartisan)	46.4	3,503

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 7,543
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General election

General election for San Antonio City Council District 1

The following candidates ran in the general election for San Antonio City Council District 1 on May 1, 2021.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Roberto C. Treviño (Nonpartisan)	44.9	5,648
✔	Submit photo	Mario Bravo (Nonpartisan)	33.6	4,229
	Submit photo	Cyndi Dominguez (Nonpartisan)	13.2	1,658
	Submit photo	Lauro Bustamante (Nonpartisan)	3.0	383
	Submit photo	Raymond Zavala (Nonpartisan)	3.0	382
	Submit photo	Matthew Gauna (Nonpartisan)	2.2	278

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 12,578
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Campaign themes

2025

Ballotpedia survey responses

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2021

Matthew Gauna completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2021. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Gauna's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I am an Environmental Science and Biology major running for city council. I was born and raised in San Antonio. i am 23 years old and see myself as a progressive socialist. My studies have been rooted in biology and technology, attending the STEM Academy at L.E.E. high school and graduating in 2016.

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?

• Environmental Reform

• Public Transportation & Infrastructure
• Public Health and Safety

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I am extremely invested in making San Antonio a more environmentally healthy place for our citizens through parks reform and amending the city code and zoning, increasing public transportation accessibility & economic development through creating a rapid transit rail system and increased bus routes.

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

Our city government provides the programs and services that allow our city's residents to achieve their full potential.

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

We should look to Vancouver, Canada as a prime example of how to model our city after.

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

Bernie Sanders' campaign website and the city of Vancouver's philosophy.

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

A foundation of Ethics, Science, and People 1st when it comes to developing policy.

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

Advocating for the people.

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

Pluto to Mars- Lil Uzi Vert

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

Public transportation

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

Suggesting new Park areas to Public works and Parks departments. Connecting our citizens to programs and departments that enable them to create a better life. Advocating for our citizens to the state and federal governments for funds to enhance the quality of life for all San Antonians.

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

Yes, and this office has made many connections to the city government which they have continuously ignored. We will make sure everyone's voice is heard.

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

I believe they must posses the extensive knowledge of technology, science, and history. This campaign contains that knowledge.

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