Cupertino Races

Results are a combination of data provided by the Associated Press (AP) and county election offices. The AP calls winners by analyzing vote tallies and other election data. Check marks are used to denote a winner only when the AP calls a race.

City Council

Top two candidates win seat.

Kitty Moore(incumbent)25.1%
10,321 votes
Ray Wang18.5%
7,628 votes
Rod Sinks18.4%
7,563 votes

Updated at 7:55 PM PT on Nov 20, 2024
Santa Clara County

What does a council member do?

City and town council members can propose new city ordinances and vote on a range of issues, including housing development, business ventures and contracts. They also help draft the city or town budget.

Candidate Statements

Candidate Statements are excerpted from the statements provided to election offices, where available.

Claudio Bono

  • Managing director/businesswoman
  • Budget: “I’ve already engaged my business skills to bring millions of hotel tax dollars to Cupertino. … I will implement sensible spending and support small business to keep our tax dollars local.”
  • Experience: “I serve at the Cupertino Chamber of Commerce, Cupertino Historical Society, Rotary, and the Cupertino Parks and Recreation Commission to help confront challenges and deliver results.”
  • Growth: “I will lead the fight to regain local control and ensure any future development is compatible with existing neighborhoods. … I’ll bring the successful retail and restaurant experiences we all yearn for.”
  • www.bono4cupertino2024.com

Kitty Moore

  • Cupertino City Council Member
  • Budget: “I ask questions based upon knowledge and genuine curiosity. This led me to ask why our city was not earning interest on tens of millions of dollars of public money. We are in fiscal crisis.”
  • Priorities: “I stand up for environmentally sound, effective actions that promote a healthy community.”
  • Representation: “I will continue to do educated work, ask important questions, and represent you to ensure a functional and successful future for Cupertino.”
  • www.Kitty4Cupertino.org

Ray Wang

  • Technology consultant/entrepreneur 
  • Experience: “As a tech entrepreneur and global consultant, former Planning Commission chair, bestselling author, and 20+ year Cupertino resident, I am committed to using my knowledge and experience to help us during these difficult times.”
  • Budget: “Our city faces a massive budget crisis leading to cuts to our services, programs, and events.”
  • Priorities: “Stop wasteful spending and restore accountability of the city staff to residents; protect our neighborhoods with a strengthened sheriff partnership to prevent robberies and theft; improve quality of life by encouraging retail, entertainment, dining options, festivals and small businesses.”
  • www.voteray.org

Gilbert Wong

  • Foothill-De Anza Community College District Governing Board Member
  • Experience: “I have been your Cupertino City Council member for nine years where I have led the city as mayor during its growth with the construction of Apple Park, Stevens Creek Trail, and the Mary Avenue Bridge, but also during its toughest challenges with the Great Recession.”
  • Priorities: “We need to preserve our city services while also meeting the demands of more housing, bicycle lanes, and public trails through fiscal prudence and bold leadership that keeps us accountable on the city council.”
  • Quality of Life: “I will never stop fighting for the people of Cupertino. From our residents, young and old, I am committed to improving our quality of life as I have done so over the past decade.”
  • www.GilbertWong.org

Barry Chang

  • Community volunteer 
  • Experience: “Having served eight years as a Cupertino City Council member and as mayor in 2016, I have the experience and leadership skills to lead.”
  • Priorities: “I recognize there are community concerns about homeless and public safety issues, and I will work with our County Sheriff Department and social organizations to solve these two issues.”
  • Parks and Recreation: “I found playing pickleball to be a healthy and fun way to bring the community together. I will advocate for improved pickleball facilities and annual pickleball tournaments in Cupertino.”
  • www.barry4cupertino.com

Rod Sinks

  • Fremont Union High School District Trustee
  • Transportation: “As your mayor, I launched a groundbreaking bike/pedestrian plan to ensure safer routes for our kids. I also introduced SV Hopper shuttles to serve students, seniors and commuters.”
  • Clean Energy: “I’m proud to have led the charge for Silicon Valley Clean Energy, bringing us less expensive and greener electricity since 2017.”
  • Education: “As a trustee for the Fremont Union High School District, I fought to maintain electives, expand transportation options, modernize campuses and enhance climate education.”
  • www.rodsinks.com

Hung Wei

  • Cupertino City Council Member
  • Experience: “As your Councilmember and former Mayor, I’ve earned a reputation for getting things done-by listening to and working with city staff and folks on all sides of an issue, promoting good governance, fiscal responsibility, neighborhood integrity, and environmental policies.”
  • Budget: “We implemented a balanced budget that preserved services, parks and public places.”
  • Priorities: “We’ll create housing solutions for all income levels and implement transportation strategies to reduce traffic and emissions, promoting clean air and water.”
  • www.HungWei4Cupertino.com

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