Irvine’s 2025 Special Election

The results of November's election require Irvine residents to return to the polls once again. By leaving halfway through his four-year term as a City Councilmember to serve as Irvine's Mayor, Larry Agran has left a vacancy on the City Council. This opening will be filled by a representative for District 5.

On Tuesday, April 25th, an election will be held for the first ever District 5 representative to Irvine City Council. Only the 28,473 eligible voters who live in District 5 can vote in this election to choose their representative.

All registered voters within District 5 will receive a combined Voter Information Guide and Vote-by-Mail ballot beginning the week of March 17, 2025. Ballots can be returned by Vote Center, Drop Box, or mailbox.

Candidates for District 5

  • Dana Cornelius

    Dana Cornelius is a member of her HOA board. Read her candidate statement here.

  • Tammy Kim

    Tammy Kim finished her 4-year term as an Irvine City Councilmember in 2024 and now plans to represent District 5 in another term on the City Council. Kim currently serves on the Finance Commission, appointed by Councilmember William Go.

    See her candidate statement here.

  • Anthony Kuo

    Anthony Kuo is a member of the Irvine Planning Commission, appointed by Councilmember and current Vice Mayor James Mai. Read Kuo candidate statement here.

  • Betty Martinez Franco

    Betty Martinez Franco is a small business owner. Read her candidate statement here.