Voter guide
Redondo Beach Elections
Everything you need to vote in Redondo Beach — upcoming races, past results, how Ranked Choice Voting works, and key dates. Updated as filing periods open and results come in.
Voting system
RCV
Ballot type
All-mail
Election cycle
Odd-year March
Term limits
2 terms
Coming up
Upcoming Elections
March 2027 Municipal Election
MunicipalDate
March 2, 2027
Method
Ranked Choice Voting (RCV)
Races
2
Key dates
Races
District 3
Filing period has not yet opened.
District 5
Filing period has not yet opened.
- This will be the second municipal election using Ranked Choice Voting (RCV), adopted by Redondo Beach voters in 2017.
- Only Districts 3 and 5 are on the ballot — council members serve 4-year staggered terms.
- All Redondo Beach municipal elections are conducted entirely by mail ballot.
- Key dates above are estimates based on prior election cycles. Official dates will be posted by the City Clerk when confirmed.
Term schedule
Council Seat Map
Redondo Beach City Council members serve staggered 4-year terms. The Mayor and Districts 1, 2, and 4 were last elected in 2025. Districts 3 and 5 are next up in 2027.
| Seat | Current | Next election |
|---|---|---|
| Mayor | Jim Light | March 2029 |
| District 1 | Brad Waller | March 2029 |
| District 2 | Chadwick Castle | March 2029 |
| District 3 | Paige Kaluderovic | March 2027 |
| District 4 | Zein Obagi Jr. | March 2029 |
| District 5 | Scott Behrendt | March 2027 |
Voting system
How Ranked Choice Voting Works
Redondo Beach uses Ranked Choice Voting (RCV) for all municipal elections. Voters rank candidates in order of preference — first choice, second choice, third choice, and so on.
First-choice votes are counted
If a candidate has more than 50% of first-choice votes, they win.
Last-place candidate is eliminated
The candidate with the fewest votes is removed from the count.
Votes are redistributed
Voters who chose the eliminated candidate have their votes transferred to their next-ranked choice.
Repeat until a majority winner
Steps 2 and 3 repeat until one candidate has more than 50%.
RCV was adopted by Redondo Beach voters in 2017 (Measure G) and first used in the March 2025 election. It replaces the traditional runoff system, saving the city the cost of a separate runoff election.
Voter resources
How to Vote in Redondo Beach
Register to Vote
Register online at registertovote.ca.gov. The deadline is 15 days before Election Day. Same-day conditional registration is available at voting centers.
Find Your District
Use the city's Find Your District tool or contact the City Clerk at (310) 318-0661.
Return Your Ballot
All Redondo Beach elections are by mail. Return your completed ballot by mail (postmark by Election Day), at an official ballot drop box, or at any LA County voting center. Visit lavote.gov for locations.
City Clerk's Office
Election questions: (310) 318-0661 · cityclerk@redondo.org · City Elections Page
Results archive
Past Elections
Statewide Direct Primary Election
June 2, 2026March 2025 Municipal Election
March 4, 2025Voter turnout: 33% · Ranked Choice Voting (RCV) — all-mail ballots
Mayor
Jim Light elected. First RCV election in city history.
District 1
Brad Waller elected after initially trailing in early counts.
District 2
Chadwick Castle elected in a landslide.
District 4
Zein Obagi Jr. reelected for a second term.
Measure FP — Public Safety Facilities Bond
PassedGeneral obligation bond for renovation and construction of police and fire stations.
Yes: 68.3% · No: 31.7%
March 2023 Municipal Election
March 7, 2023District 3
Paige Kaluderovic elected in her first run for public office.
District 5
Scott Behrendt elected to District 5.
March 2021 Municipal Election
March 2, 2021Mayor
Bill Brand reelected as Mayor.
District 1
Nils Nehrenheim elected.
District 2
Todd Loewenstein elected.
District 4
Zein Obagi Jr. elected to his first term.
Frequently asked questions
FAQ
- When is the next Redondo Beach election?
- The next municipal election is scheduled for March 2027. Districts 3 and 5 will be on the ballot. There is also a statewide primary on June 2, 2026, which does not include local Redondo Beach races.
- How does Ranked Choice Voting work in Redondo Beach?
- Voters rank candidates in order of preference. If no candidate wins a majority of first-choice votes, the candidate with the fewest votes is eliminated, and those voters' second choices are redistributed. This continues until a candidate has a majority. RCV was adopted by Redondo Beach voters in 2017 and first used in the March 2025 election.
- How do I register to vote in Redondo Beach?
- Register online at registertovote.ca.gov. You must be a U.S. citizen, a California resident, at least 18 years old on Election Day, and not currently serving a state or federal prison term. The registration deadline is 15 days before Election Day, but same-day conditional registration is available.
- How do I find my council district in Redondo Beach?
- Visit the City Clerk's 'Find Your District' tool on the city website at redondo.org, or contact the City Clerk at (310) 318-0661. Redondo Beach has five council districts plus a mayor elected citywide.
- How often are Redondo Beach city council elections held?
- Municipal elections are held every two years in March of odd-numbered years. Council members serve staggered 4-year terms — Districts 1, 2, 4, and Mayor are on the ballot in one cycle, and Districts 3 and 5 in the next.
- Are there term limits for Redondo Beach City Council?
- Yes. Council members and the Mayor are limited to two consecutive four-year terms. After sitting out one term, they may run again.
Sources & official links
Sources
- City of Redondo Beach — Elections — official election page, filing info, and archives
- LA County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk — statewide election administration, voting centers, ballot tracking
- California Online Voter Registration
- Better Redondo — Council Directory — current council member profiles with term info