We proudly endorse
Dr. Andy Gerken for Newport Beach City Council
Andy is proud to have a broad spectrum of support from former and current elected leaders, organizations, community leaders, and neighbors from Newport Beach and beyond.

Brad Avery
Former mayor, city of newport beach

Joy Brenner
former councilmember, city of newport beach

CAF PPOSBC
Planned Parenthood Community Action Fund

Keith Curry
Former mayor, city of newport beach

DPOC
Democratic Party of Orange County

Chris Duncan
Former mayor, city of San Clemente

Rep. Robert Garcia
U.S Representative, CA-42

Nancy Gardner
Former mayor, city of newport beach

Jeff Herdman
former councilmember, city of newport beach

Chris Kluwe
Candidate, CA Assembly district 72

OCLF
Orange County Labor Federation, AFL-CIO

OCYD
Orange County Young Democrats

Tony Petros
former councilmember, city of newport beach

John Stephens
Mayor, City of Costa Mesa

Don Webb
Former mayor, city of newport beach
Community Endorsements
Suzanne Gauntlett, Newport Beach Resident - "Dr. Andy Gerken has spent his life serving others with compassion, integrity, and common sense. Newport Beach needs leaders who listen to residents and make thoughtful decisions, and Andy is exactly that kind of leader."
Maxine Maly, Newport Beach Resident - "Andy understands what makes Newport Beach special. He is committed to protecting our neighborhoods, supporting public safety, and ensuring residents always have a voice in City Hall."
Ron Rubino & Sharon Esterly, Newport Beach Residents - "We are proud to support Andy Gerken because he brings real-world experience, sound judgment, and a genuine commitment to serving our community. Andy will always put Newport Beach residents first."
Susan Thabit, Newport Beach Resident - "Andy has earned the trust and respect of so many people through his years of service and community involvement. He is exactly the kind of principled leader Newport Beach deserves."
Ace (Steven) Wise & Adriana Diaz Cardenas, Newport Beach Residents - "Newport Beach is at an important crossroads. Andy Gerken offers thoughtful leadership, fiscal responsibility, and a vision that protects the quality of life we all cherish."
Richard Bruck & Jill Nelke, Newport Beach Residents - "Andy isn't running for politics—he's running to serve. His commitment to transparency, accountability, and responsible leadership is exactly what Newport Beach needs right now."
Susan Thabit, Public Safety - "Andy understands that safe neighborhoods are the foundation of a strong community. His unwavering support for our police officers, firefighters, and first responders makes him the right choice for City Council."
Community Supporter, Fiscal Responsibility - "As a physician, Andy makes decisions based on facts, evidence, and accountability. That's exactly the approach he will bring to City Hall when it comes to protecting taxpayer dollars."
Community Supporter, Newport Beach Character - "Andy recognizes that our beaches, parks, neighborhoods, and quality of life are worth protecting. He will work to preserve the unique character that makes Newport Beach such an extraordinary place to live."