Mayor Christina Fugazi

11/02/2026

New left-hand turning lights coming to Harding Way @ Lincoln St and Pacific Ave. The City of Stockton applied for grants to fund these infrastructure improvements to increase traffic safety back in 2020. These grants also funded our HAWK crosswalk throughout Stockton. Many thanks to our Public Works Department and our former PW director Jody Almassy for making this happen. If you don't believe me, check the picture in the comments! City of Stockton - Governmentn

11/01/2026

🚨 Statement from Councilwoman Michele Padilla on last night's shooting near Hepburn Circle and Chaplin Court**

Tonight, on a night when families in our neighborhood were out celebrating Halloween with their kids, shots were fired near Hepburn Circle and Chaplin Court. I have been in contact with Chief McFadden and the Stockton Police Department, and I want to share what we know so far so that our neighbors are hearing facts and not rumors.

Here is what the Police Department has confirmed: there was a house party in the area with roughly 100 people. It appears that shots were exchanged between vehicles. No homes and no cars were struck. Officers recovered shell casings at the scene. As of right now, no victims have been identified and no one has arrived at a hospital with injuries. Detectives are on scene and the investigation is active.

I am grateful beyond words that no one was hurt. But I will not pretend that nothing happened. Our neighbors heard gunfire on their street. Children who were out trick-or-treating were rushed inside. Parents checked their kids for wounds. That fear is real, and it does not leave when the police tape comes down. Please keep those families in your thoughts and prayers tonight.

Let me be clear: this is not acceptable anywhere in Stockton. We should be able to celebrate a holiday on our own streets without the carelessness and recklessness of a few people putting an entire neighborhood in danger. Whoever did this put lives at risk, and they will be held accountable.

I have full confidence in Chief McFadden and in the men and women of the Stockton Police Department. They are among the best in this profession, and they are working this case tonight. I have asked the Chief to keep me and this community updated, and I will share what I can as soon as I can.

If you saw anything, heard anything, or have doorbell or security camera footage from the area of Hepburn Circle or Chaplin Court this evening, please contact the Stockton Police Department at (209) 937-8377 or Stockton Crime Stoppers at (209) 946-0600. You can remain anonymous. The smallest detail can be the one that matters.

To my neighbors: you are not alone in this. I will be with you, and so will our police.

Michele Padilla
Stockton City Councilwoman

10/30/2026

ELECTION DAY IS NEXT TUESDAY!! HERE'S WHERE TO RETURN YOU VOTE-BY-MAIL BALLOT

San Joaquin County voters can return their completed ballots at an official ballot drop box or through other authorized return methods.

Visit the San Joaquin County Registrar of Voters for official drop-off locations, hours and election information.

Make sure your ballot is returned on time!

Your participation in the election matters. Stay informed and make your voice heard.

San Joaquin Delta Community College
5151 Pacific Ave Stockton, CA 95207
24 Hours
Left of the entrance to the Center for Microscopy and Allied Sciences building

Ansel Adams Elementary School
9275 Glacier Point Drive Stockton, CA 95212
24 Hours

Taft Community Center
389 Downing Avenue Stockton, CA 95206
Mon - Sun: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

County Administration Building
44 N San Joaquin Street Stockton, CA 95202
24 Hours

Stockton Old City Hall
425 North El Dorado Street Stockton, CA 95202
24 Hours

CA State University Stanislaus - Stockton
612 East Magnolia Street Stockton, CA 95202
24 Hours
South Entrance of the Main Building, Executive Suite near East Acacia St

Quail Lakes Shopping Center
2671 West March Lane Stockton, CA 95207
24 Hours
Far west end of the parking lot, between Applebee’s and Olive Garden

Marina Center
3201 West Benjamin Holt Drive Stockton, CA 95219
Marina Marketplace, behind EV Charging Stations
24 Hours

Kennedy Community Center
2800 South D Street Stockton, CA 95206
Mon - Sun: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

10/30/2026

🐾🍂 November TNR Dates Are Here! 🍂🐾
The City of Stockton Animal Services has three TNR dates coming up this November:
🧡November 3
🧡November 10
🧡November 17
📅 Registration opens Friday, October 30!
Help us make a difference for our community cats by preventing unwanted litters and keeping outdoor cat populations under control. 🐈

10/24/2026

10/21/2026

Got the opportunity to meet Roberto Duran Jr at City Hall this morning! He will be fighting this weekend at Stockton Civic!

10/21/2026

Huge Respect for Chief McFadden and his team for coming up with these innovative programs that only build our great city!

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10/17/2026

Tons of fun holiday events!!!

10/16/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Office of Mayor Christina Fugazi
City of Stockton
Phone: (209) 937-8386
Email: [email protected]

October 15, 2026

INDEPENDENT INVESTIGATION CLEARS MAYOR'S STAFF
Independent findings contradict public accusations of political misconduct and attempted manipulation of Stockton's election process. All three allegations against Mayor's staff member Jason Teramoto found not sustained

STOCKTON, CA. - For months, Councilmember Jason Lee has promoted allegations portraying Mayor Christina Fugazi's office and its employees as unethical, politically compromised, and engaged in election interference.

An independent investigation has now examined the allegations at the center of that narrative.
Not one of the three allegations investigated was sustained. The September 28, 2026, investigation conducted by independent attorney Gregory Taylor examined claims by former City Clerk Katherine Roland that Mayor's Public Information Officer Jason Teramoto attempted to improperly influence election procedures involving Lee's sister, Tamica Small; enlist the City Clerk in political activity; and manipulate City Council procedures against Lee.

After examining witness testimony, the investigator found no evidence to substantiate any of the three allegations. The investigation established that Teramoto asked questions concerning election procedures. It did not establish that he pressured the Clerk into improper action, attempted to interfere in an election, or directed changes to Council procedures.

Asking questions is not election interference. Political disagreement is not corruption. And despite Jason Lee’s poorly thought out strategy, repeating an accusation does not make it true.

"Councilmember Lee has spent months demanding accountability from everyone around him while advancing allegations against my office and its employees," said Mayor Christina Fugazi. "Now that an independent investigation has failed to substantiate those allegations, the question is whether he [Lee] will hold himself to the same standard he demands of others."

"Public employees should never have their professional reputations sacrificed for political theater," Fugazi continued. "Jason Teramoto was subjected to serious accusations that an independent investigation could not substantiate. The public deserves to hear those findings just as clearly as it heard the original allegations."
The Mayor emphasized that legitimate complaints must always be taken seriously and independently examined. But elected officials also bear responsibility for distinguishing allegations from established facts, particularly when their statements can damage reputations and undermine public confidence.

"Accountability is not a political weapon reserved for your opponents," Fugazi concluded. "Councilmember Lee demanded an investigation. He put my staff in harm’s way while doing it. Now that the investigation has reached its findings; he [Lee] should now demonstrate the same commitment to transparency by publicly acknowledging them."

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