The City of La Cañada Flintridge is currently in the process of filling an unscheduled vacancy on the City Council. Applications for appointment to fill the vacant seat were accepted through 5:00 p.m. on Friday, October 2, 2026, and the application period is now closed.

The City Council will review the applications received and proceed with the appointment process in accordance with applicable requirements. The individual appointed will serve as a City Councilmember for the remainder of the current term, which expires in March 2028.

This page will be updated with information regarding the status of the vacancy and the appointment process.

Timeline:

  • October 2, 2026: All applications must be submitted to the City Clerk’s Office no later than 5:00 p.m.
  • TBD: The City Council will hold Special Meeting(s) to conduct interviews of all applicants.
  • On or before November 4, 2026: The appointment to fill unscheduled vacancy.

Important Information

  • The appointee will serve until the next General Municipal Election scheduled for March 2028.
  • Verification of voter registration will be confirmed upon submission of your application.
  • Once a Councilmember application is filed with the City, all information contained therein (except telephone numbers) becomes a public record.
  • If appointed, you will be required by state law to file a Statement of Economic Interests – Form 700 (upon assuming office) with the Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC.gov) and annually thereafter, and complete all other mandatory training required by law)
  • The City may conduct a background check on any individual selected by the City Council to serve in this position in order to verify compliance with state law.

If you have any questions regarding the process, please reach out to City Clerk Tania Garcia at (818) 790-8880 or tgarcia@lcf.ca.gov.

Applicants for the City of La Cañada Flintridge City Council Vacancy

Active

Applicant Name Application Received On
Nerses Aposhian September 14, 2026
Ernest Koeppen September 17, 2026
Donald R. Voss September 29, 2026
Jason Middleton October 1, 2026
Ali Shirazi October 1, 2026
Jill Henley October 2, 2026
Ashley Grace October 2, 2026
Cheryl Clary October 2, 2026

Withdrawn

Applicant Name Application Received On Application Withdrawn
Joshua Shaw September 16, 2026 October 1, 2026