Marina Democratic Club Endorsements
Official candidate and measure recommendations voted and adopted by the club membership for Marina voters.
Marina Democratic Club Endorsements November 3, 2026
Adopted for the October 2026 General Election
The Marina Democratic Club is proud to announce our official candidate endorsements and ballot measure recommendation for the November 2026 General Election:
Key Municipal & District Endorsements
Mayor of Marina: Mike Moeller
Marina City Council District 4: Athena Burciaga
Marina Coast Water Director: Jan Shinner
Marina Coast Water Director: Gail Morton
Ballot Measure Recommendation
🚫 NO on Measure Q — A Stronger, More Affordable Marina for All
All candidates and ballot measures were vetted and voted on by club members in good standing in accordance with official Marina Democratic Club Bylaws.
Key Municipal & District Endorsements
Vetted and officially recommended for the City of Marina
Mike Moeller
City of Marina Mayor
Championing transparent municipal governance, coastal environmental protection, and workforce housing for Marina families.
Athena Burciaga
City Council District 4
Dedicated grassroots leadership focused on neighborhood safety, community parks, and smart Fort Ord development.
Jan Shinner
Marina Coast Water Director
Proven public water stewardship, groundwater basin conservation, and persistent advocacy for ratepayer protections.
Gail Morton
Marina Coast Water Director
Defending Marina's freshwater aquifer against external exploitation and keeping municipal water clean, public, and affordable.
No on Measure Q
A Stronger, More Affordable Marina for All
Democratic Endorsements and Vetting
Curious how our club evaluates candidates? Read our 3-step vetting procedure, policy questionnaires, candidate forums, and voting criteria in accordance with Club Bylaws.