La Mirada City Council Election June 7, 2022

January 5, 2022

The City of La Mirada will hold its General Municipal Election on June 7, 2022, to fill two City Council seats, District 1 (incumbent Andrew Sarega) and District 2 (incumbent John Lewis) .

All candidates must be 18 years of age, a citizen of the United States, and a registered voter residing within the City limits at the time nomination papers are issued. Candidates must also reside within their Council District.  

The nomination period for the June 7, 2022, General Municipal Election opens at 7:30 a.m. on February 14, 2022, and closes at 4:30 p.m. on March 11, 2022. To make an appointment to pull papers during the nomination period, contact the City Clerk’s Office at (562) 943-0131.  

There is no cost to be issued nomination papers or to receive a Candidate Handbook, which is provided free to all persons considering becoming a candidate. If a candidate chooses to submit a candidate statement to be printed in the Voters Information Pamphlet, a $500 fee is due at the time of filing the nomination papers and candidate statement.

Candidates are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC) committee and campaign reporting requirements. For FPPC information and advice, call (866) ASK FPPC or visit its website at www.fppc.ca.gov. 

If you have general questions about the election, please contact the City Clerk’s office at (562) 943-0131.