Three candidates qualified for three four-year terms on the Villa Park City Council in 2026: Nicol Jones, Jordan Wu and Chad Zimmerman. Because the number of qualified candidates did not exceed the number of available seats, there will not be a contested Villa Park City Council election on November 3, 2026.
Under California Elections Code Section 10229, the City Council approved a resolution following its August 19 special meeting addressing the three available offices. The candidate-submitted statements for Jones, Wu and Zimmerman are provided below.
2026 Villa Park City Council Candidates
- Nicol Jones
- Jordan Wu
- Chad Zimmerman
Official Villa Park City Council Candidate Statements
The statements below are candidate-submitted statements and represent the candidates’ own views. VillaPark.co does not endorse candidates through publication of these statements.
Chad Zimmerman
Ballot designation: Information Security Officer
Serving as Villa Park City Council Member from 2018 to 2022 and Mayor in 2022 deepened my appreciation for the residents who make our community special and strengthened my commitment to public service. Since then, I have remained actively involved as Vice Chairman of the Villa Park Community Services Foundation, a member of the Friend of the Villa Park Library Board, a member of the City’s Investment Advisory Committee, and in Rotary.
My philosophy is simple: City government works best when residents are listened to. Throughout my service, I have made myself accessible to residents, welcomed differing viewpoints, and worked to ensure decisions are made openly and transparently.
Professionally, I have spent my career helping organizations solve complex problems by listening first and acting thoughtfully. Those leadership skills help me build consensus, address community concerns, and make decisions based on facts and Villa Park’s long-term interests.
Protecting the unique character of the Hidden Jewel and ensuring public safety remain my highest priorities. These values led me to move my family to Villa Park 18 years ago, and they are principles I will continue to champion on your behalf.
I respectfully ask for your vote to continue serving our City.
Jordan Wu
Ballot designation: Mayor of City of Villa Park
Re-elect Jordan Wu for Villa Park City Council
Villa Park is a special place where families thrive, neighbors know one another, and community spirit defines who we are. That is why my family chose to make the Hidden Jewel our home in 2016.
Like so many Villa Park residents, I believe in giving back. I have been honored to serve as President of the Villa Park Elementary Dad’s Club, President of the Villa Park High School PFSO, a board member of the Villa Park Community Services Foundation, and most recently as your Mayor. These experiences have strengthened my commitment to serving our community through volunteerism, collaboration, and leadership.
If re-elected, I will continue to:
- Keep Villa Park safe and fiscally responsible.
- Protect the unique character of our Hidden Jewel.
- Listen to residents and make transparent, thoughtful decisions.
- Bring neighbors together and strengthen our sense of community.
I believe the best government listens first, leads with integrity, and always puts Villa Park first. I would be honored to earn your vote and the opportunity to continue serving our community.
Contact: JordanWu4VPCC@gmail.com
Nicol Jones
Ballot designation: Councilmember, City of Villa Park
It has been an honor to serve on the Villa Park City Council for the past four years and as your Mayor in 2025. As a lifelong Villa Park resident and graduate of our local schools, I care deeply about our community and have worked hard to protect what makes it special.
During my time on the Council, I have supported balanced budgets, maintained strong financial reserves, prioritized public safety, and supported street, trail, and sewer improvements. I held a Town Hall and organized disaster preparedness seminars to help residents and businesses better prepare for emergencies. I have also stood up for homeowners by protecting individual property rights.
I believe elected officials should stay connected to the community they serve. In addition to my Council service, I continue to serve on the OUSD Measure S Citizens’ Oversight Committee, volunteer with the Villa Park Community Services Foundation, and serve on the Executive Board of the Orange Unified Public Schools Foundation, to name a few.
I am running for reelection to protect local control, preserve Villa Park’s “small town” feel, and keep our city safe, fiscally responsible, and transparent. I respectfully ask for your vote on November 3.
Jones4VP.org
See the City of Villa Park Election Information page for the official 2026 election notice and resolution.