Milpitas 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.
Top candidate wins seat.
Carmen Montano(incumbent)35.8%
8,378 votes
Hon Lien32.5%
7,609 votes
Anthony Phan22.2%
5,211 votes
Updated at 7:35 PM PT on Dec 2, 2024
Santa Clara County
Santa Clara County
Top two candidates win seat.
Evelyn Chua(incumbent)29.6%
11,056 votes
William Lam19.1%
7,162 votes
Bill Chuan17%
6,370 votes
Updated at 7:35 PM PT on Dec 2, 2024
Santa Clara County
Santa Clara County
Mayor
Top candidate wins seat.
Carmen Montano(incumbent)35.8%
8,378 votes
Hon Lien32.5%
7,609 votes
Anthony Phan22.2%
5,211 votes
Updated at 7:35 PM PT on Dec 2, 2024
Santa Clara County
Santa Clara County
What does a mayor do?
A mayor’s role varies from city to city. In some jurisdictions, a mayor leads council meetings, but largely has similar responsibilities as other council members: voting on city ordinances, development proposals, contracts and the budget. In San Francisco, the mayor has broader powers to sign or veto bills, oversee city departments and make appointments.
Candidate Statements
Candidate Statements are excerpted from the statements provided to election offices, where available.
Hon Lien
- Milpitas City Council Member
- Experience: “After founding four businesses, I understand the importance of proper management, fiscal discipline and the need to collaborate and motivate others. I currently serve on the Milpitas City Council.”
- Public Safety: “We must protect the safety of our residents and businesses; including solving crimes, homelessness, mental health, etc.”
- City Funds: “Federal lawmakers informed me there are billions in funds allocated toward infrastructure and county projects. We must be persistent in accessing these funds; something we currently failed to perform.”
Anthony Phan
- Milpitas City Council Member/parent/businessman
- Accomplishments: “As your Council member, I raised the minimum wage, expanded access to affordable housing, and invested in public safety and infrastructure.”
- Pandemic Recovery: “Despite this progress, the pandemic recession has turned back the clock, widening inequalities for a generation of students, workers, and families.”
- Priorities: “Let’s take real action on homelessness with solutions instead of bandaids. Let’s get money out of politics and restore trust in local government with real accountability and transparency. Let’s tackle the climate crisis and give future generations a Milpitas to believe in. Let’s seize this moment together.”
- www.anthonyphan.org
Voltaire Soriben Montemayor
- Retired geologist
- Experience: “Engineer, electro-mechanical, data entry, material handler, installer, and cashier conforming for Technology Glass, Shasta General Systems, Hewlett-Packard, Toyota, Arco, Shell, Dollar Tree, FedEx, and Church Facilities.”
- Civil Engagement: “Still attend and participate staying up to the finish time in the City Council meetings, seminars and events; made the candidate a known speaker in the public forums and hearings.”
- Priorities: “Balance the city budget accordingly; support the presented projects on safety, businesses, homelessness, house rentals, rapid transits, crime prevention, water and sewer rates, traffic, flood concerns, fire prevention, earthquake readiness; promote sports, beauty and popularity contests, and other developments.”
Carmen Montano
- Mayor, Milpitas/educator
- Statement pending or not available.
City Council
Top two candidates win seat.
Evelyn Chua(incumbent)29.6%
11,056 votes
William Lam19.1%
7,162 votes
Bill Chuan17%
6,370 votes
Updated at 7:35 PM PT on Dec 2, 2024
Santa Clara County
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.
Dipak Awasthi
- Entrepreneur
- Experience: “I am fully invested in the city of Milpitas’ future having served on Economic Development, and presently on the Planning Commission. I will bring real business strategies and lived-in-Milpitas experience to work for you.”
- Budget: “I will be your independent watchdog who will make sure our money is spent wisely, oppose any future sales tax increase and wasteful spending.”
- Priorities: “My priority as your council member is a safe, clean city, well maintained infrastructure, attract businesses for revenue and job growth, promote affordable housing and address homelessness.”
- www.Dipakawasthi.com
Bill Chuan
- Business technology professional
- Experience: “I am currently on the Valley Water Independent Monitoring Committee, Milpitas Community Emergency Response Team, and Milpitas Kiwanis.”
- Perspective: “I am eager to bring fresh perspectives, proactive solutions, and dedicated leadership to our city council.”
- Priorities: “Public Safety. Workforce Housing. Optimizing Economic Growth.”
- www.billchuanformilpitas.com
William Lam
- Retired engineering executive
- Experience: “I enjoyed a successful career in engineering and management while giving back to the community. For the past 21 years, I served on the Technology Commission, MCTV, and was elected as chairperson for the Milpitas Homeless Task Force.”
- Education: “Inspired by raising my daughter, I dedicated 13 years to MUSD, serving as chairperson of the Community Board Advisory Council, School Site Council, and Parcel Tax Oversight Committee.”
- Priorities: “I understand the importance of public safety, preserving our quality of life, and managing the city’s budget responsibly. … I believe in a transparent government that values diverse viewpoints and focuses on improving infrastructure to create a more vibrant Milpitas.”
- tinyurl.com/wlamforcitycouncil
Evelyn Chua
- Milpitas City Council Member
- Housing: “Initiated ADU Mondays, residents consult about ADUs; grants to legalize unpermitted ADUs and construction fees.”
- Public Safety: “Approved police and fire staffing with training and equipment; initiated grants for catalytic converter theft prevention and replacement; co-sponsored Retail Theft Prevention Forum; supported automatic license plate reader for crime prevention and resolution.”
- Priorities: “Strengthen public safety; sustainable affordable housing; fiscally conservative budget with laser-focus on business revenue generation and budget cost control; continue to enhance residents’ quality of life.”
- www.chua4citycouncil2024.com
Juliette Gomez
- No designation.
- Statement pending or not available.
Anu Nakka
- Milpitas Unified School District Board of Education Trustee
- Priorities: “Commitment to public safety and security; address homelessness through collaborating with county and state agencies; support responsible and affordable housing development; economic growth and sustainable quality of life.”
- Experience: “My dedicated public service journey started with PTA, Rotary, chamber of commerce boards, CERT leader, member of the Milpitas Historical Society, local nonprofits, Sunnyhills Neighborhood Association, language schools, and chairing the Measure E campaign bringing in $1.6 million annually to schools.”
- Education: “As trustee, I have championed improved public services, upgraded school infrastructure, including launching the Innovation Campus.”
- www.AnuNakkaForMilpitas.Com
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