Joseph Ungoco for City Council
Protect what makes Manhattan Beach special.
Responsible growth. Fiscal accountability. Safe neighborhoods. Real term limits.
Service before politics
"I moved to Manhattan Beach because of the quality of life. Now I'm running for City Council because I want to protect it."
Joseph moved to Manhattan Beach in 2014 and made El Porto home. For the past seven years, he has served on the Manhattan Beach Planning Commission—listening to residents, weighing difficult choices, and learning how decisions at City Hall shape everyday life.
His career in health policy, federal consulting, and strategic communications taught him to ask hard questions, build practical plans, and hold organizations accountable for results.
Read Joseph's storyA focused agenda
Four priorities. One commitment to residents.
Practical leadership to preserve the character, safety, and financial strength of Manhattan Beach.
Responsible Growth
Plan housing thoughtfully, protect neighborhood character, and use every lawful tool to preserve Manhattan Beach's voice in its future.
Learn more 02Fiscal Responsibility
Bring discipline, transparency, clear timelines, and meaningful oversight to City Hall spending and projects.
Learn more 03Public Safety
Support community policing, safer streets, sensible enforcement, and the everyday services residents rely on.
Learn more 04Real Term Limits
Set a strict lifetime maximum of two four-year City Council terms—eight years total.
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Good government starts with respect
City Hall should listen.
Residents deserve a meaningful opportunity to participate before major decisions are made—not after. Joseph will ask clear questions, explain the tradeoffs, and keep the public informed as work moves forward.
- Listen early, not at the last minute
- Publish clear costs and timelines
- Measure success by finished work
“But most importantly, I'll listen.”
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November 3, 2026
Joseph Ungoco is a qualified candidate for one of two Manhattan Beach City Council seats.
A campaign built on listening