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Ryan Coonerty
Mayor of Santa Cruz
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NOT A CURRENT BALLOT CANDIDATE
Biography
Ryan Coonerty, born and raised in Santa Cruz, is a small business owner, teacher, and former Mayor and County Supervisor. He is currently running for Mayor of Santa Cruz in California, with the primary election scheduled for June 2, 2026. Coonerty brings extensive experience from his previous roles, including two terms as Santa Cruz Mayor and two terms as a Santa Cruz County 3rd District Supervisor.
Top Priorities
- Beautifying public spaces
- Enacting effective solutions to homelessness
- Filling vacant storefronts and creating jobs