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Why I'm Running
Meet the Candidate
I'm thrilled to run to be your next Mayor. I've lived in San Leandro for 15 years with my wife, Nicole and our three sons. I'm dedicated to our community and I'm ready to make San Leandro a "Place Everyone Can Call Home".
Keeping up with Maes for Mayor
News
Watch my interview with the talented student journalists at SLAM Studios!
Candidate Forum, 10/13/26; hosted by Estudillo Estates Neighborhood Association
聖利安卓市長候選人Maes辦社區交流會 聚焦住房與市政治理 Campaign Mixer Coverage by The Epoch Times
Maes for Mayor endorsed by Friends of the Filipino American Community PAC
East Bay for Everyone Chooses James Maes for Mayor!
Proud to be endorsed by the San Leandro Democratic Club!
I endorse Prop 1 to provide affordable housing to those most at-risk across California
Urging City Council to Develop an AI Data Center Moratorium for San Leandro
Misconduct, Misogyny, and Harassment Have no Place in San Leandro
Join Me
Events
If we're going to win this thing, we're going to need your help. Come out to support the campaign and learn about the issues.
October 23, 2026
Don’t miss this one! Friday Glass of Wine with James Maes at Downstairs Counter!
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Help James Win
Support My Campaign
Help me to spread the message that all of San Leandro deserves a voice, a seat at the table, and meaningful progress towards solving our housing availability crisis, balancing our San Leandro budget, and finding ways for City Council to work together as a solid leadership team.
