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200 Lincoln Ave, Salinas, CA 93901

The Salinas City Council is as the policy-making and legislative body of the city of Salinas. The mayor serves a two-year term and the six councilmembers serve four-year staggered terms. The council seeks guidance from Salinas residents to carry out their duties. Toward that end, the council has formed a number of boards, commissions, and committees that study various issues and make recommendations.

Meetings: The Salinas City Council holds regular public meetings every other Tuesday at 4 p.m.
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Councilmember Carla Viviana González

District 1

(831) 758-7201

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Councilmember Orlando Osornio

District 4

(831) 758-7201

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Past Members

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Scott Davis
Term ended: Nov. 1, 2020
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Gloria De La Rosa
Term ended: Nov. 1, 2020
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Christie Cromeenes
Term ended: Nov. 30, 2022
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John “Tony” Villegas
Term ended: Nov. 1, 2020