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PALMDALE, CA — With the November 3, 2026, General Municipal Election approaching, Palmdale voters are preparing to choose new representatives for Districts 3, 4, and 5 on the City Council. The race comes at a pivotal moment for the city, with debates over growth, public safety, infrastructure, and a major governance question: whether Palmdale should transition to a directly elected mayor beginning in 2028. 1 The Big Issues Shaping the 2026 Race Several themes dominate this ye