Four candidates verified for Live Oak council election, nomination period closed

The City Manager reported that the nomination period for the upcoming council election has closed and four candidates have been verified: Jeremy Chaplin, Ulises Taez, Cruz Mora and Noel Grove.

"We have 4 candidates, Jeremy Chaplin, Ulises Taez, Cruz Mora, and Noel Grove, are verified candidates running in this election," the city manager said, and noted campaign signs are appearing as the season begins. Staff did not report any campaign expenditures by the city related to the local measure, and the city attorney confirmed elected council members may endorse candidates in the local contest so long as they do not use public funds for campaign activity.

Why it matters: The candidate field and election timing shape council continuity and priorities; residents should consult the county election office for ballots, filing details and election dates.