City of Palo Alto City Council Councilmember Ed Lauing

In 2020, Ed Lauing came in fifth in a 10-person race for four seats on the Palo Alto City Council. Two years later, he tried again and this time was successful. His experience with the city includes more than a decade of serving on advisory commissions for the city of Palo Alto. He is a three-time CEO who now recruits senior executives for CEOs and investors. Lauing’s priorities include housing, public safety and sustainability. He is committed to meeting Palo Alto’s goal of 80 percent reduction of greenhouse gasses by 2030.

First elected: Nov. 8, 2022 

Alma maters: DePauw University, Vanderbilt University (master’s degree)

Other offices held: Palo Alto Park & Recreation Commission (2010-2017), Palo Alto Planning Commission (2017-2022)

Notable quote: “I will have laser focus on equitable, practical programs that our residents can afford that will gradually reduce natural gas usage.” (Source: Palo Alto Weekly)