City of Portland City Council District 5 (Cumberland County)

What this office does

Your city's legislative body. Passes local ordinances, sets the city budget and property-tax rate, and makes zoning and development decisions; often hires the city manager.

Candidates

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Also on Cumberland County ballots

• City of Portland City Council At-Large
• City of Portland City Council District 4
• City of South Portland City Council District 1
• City of South Portland City Council District 2
• City of South Portland City Council District 5

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Quick answers

Who is running for City of Portland City Council District 5 (Cumberland County) in 2026?

Michael Todd Chretien, Jakobi A. Delgado, Kevin L. Gardella and Ilma J. Lopez.

What does this office do?

Your city's legislative body. Passes local ordinances, sets the city budget and property-tax rate, and makes zoning and development decisions; often hires the city manager.

Who should I vote for in the City of Portland City Council District 5 (Cumberland County) race?

SpectrumVote doesn't endorse anyone or tell you how to vote. Compare each candidate's record, funding, outside spending and endorsements on this page, then decide based on the issues that matter most to you. Enter your address at spectrumvote.com to see this race next to everything else on your ballot.

When is the election?

The general election was Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Counts are unofficial until each state certifies its results over the following weeks; your state or county election office has the official results.