Wondering why some Glendora voters will see a City Council race on their ballot this November while others won’t? It comes down to where you live.

Glendora previously elected councilmembers “at large.” Voters throughout the city could vote for all council seats up for election, regardless of which neighborhood the candidates lived in. Today, Glendora is divided into five districts. Each district elects one councilmember, and only residents of that district can vote for that seat.

The city approved the change in 2017 after receiving a letter alleging that its at-large election system violated the California Voting Rights Act. To avoid costly litigation, the council agreed to move to district elections. Districts 2, 3, and 5 held their first district elections in 2020. Districts 1 and 4 followed in 2022, completing the transition.

This November, Districts 1 and 4 are up for election. Residents of District 1 will choose their District 1 representative, and residents of District 4 will choose theirs. Voters cannot vote in another district’s council race. Districts 2, 3, and 5 will next hold their regularly scheduled council elections in 2028. Those residents can still vote in the other races and measures on their ballots this year.

Although each councilmember is elected by one district, all five vote on decisions affecting the entire city—from streets and parks to housing, public safety, and the city budget. Knowing your district—and learning about the candidates asking to represent it—is an important part of having a voice in Glendora’s future.

Not sure which district you live in? Check your address using the city’s interactive map.