David VanGorden Officially Announces Campaign for Rancho Cucamonga City Council – District 2
David VanGorden officially announces his candidacy for Rancho Cucamonga City Council, District 2 at California Republican Assembly (CRA) meeting.
Longtime Rancho Cucamonga resident and retired law enforcement officer David VanGorden officially announced his candidacy for Rancho Cucamonga City Council, District 2, during remarks delivered at the March 3 meeting of the Rancho Cucamonga Chapter of the California Republican Assembly (CRA).
VanGorden, a 30-year resident of the city, cited concerns over rapid development, infrastructure strain, fiscal priorities, and the growing sentiment among residents that their voices are not being heard.
“I’m running because I believe Rancho Cucamonga deserves common sense leadership,” VanGorden said during his announcement. “Growth without infrastructure is not progress. And representation without accountability is not leadership. Residents deserve answers, transparency, and a council member who listens before voting.”
During his remarks, VanGorden emphasized what he described as a pattern of unanimous 5–0 City Council votes on major projects, saying residents have begun to question whether meaningful debate and independent evaluation are occurring before decisions are finalized.
“This isn’t about attacking anyone,” VanGorden said. “It’s about asking reasonable questions and restoring trust. If elected, I will explain my votes openly and ensure residents understand how and why decisions are made.”
VanGorden also announced that he will not accept campaign contributions from developers, stating that maintaining independence is critical to public confidence.
“My vote will never be influenced by who donates to my campaign,” he said. “The public interest must come first.”
Rather than taking open-floor questions at the meeting, VanGorden invited residents to submit questions and concerns directly via email so that he can address specific issues in depth at future CRA meetings. He announced that each upcoming meeting will focus on a single topic — including overdevelopment, fiscal responsibility, and public safety — allowing for detailed discussion and documentation.
“I respect people’s time too much to offer quick answers on serious issues,” VanGorden said. “Residents deserve preparation, facts, and clarity.”
VanGorden stated that his campaign will center on:
-Infrastructure-first planning
-Fiscal discipline and transparency
-Public safety
-Accessibility and open communication with residents
The General Municipal Election will be held November 3, 2026.
Residents interested in learning more about VanGorden’s campaign or submitting questions for future discussion can visit https://www.vangordenforrancho.com/ or contact him directly at dvangorden13@gmail.com
About David VanGorden
David VanGorden is a retired law enforcement officer and longtime Rancho Cucamonga resident. He and his family have lived in the city for more than three decades. He is running for City Council to promote infrastructure-aligned growth, fiscal responsibility, and transparent leadership.