2026 Midterm Partner Endorsements
San Mateo City Council, District 5 · San Mateo, CA
Backed byYIMBY ActionHousing Action Coalition
YIMBY Action✓ Endorses“San Mateo Forward supports Adam Loraine because he understands that solving the Peninsula’s affordability crisis requires building more housing, strengthening transit-oriented communities, and planning for long-term sustainability.”
Housing Action Coalition✓ EndorsesI grew up in San Mateo and had a great childhood here. My family moved to the Shoreview neighborhood in 1995. I attended Horrall (LEAD) Elementary, Bayside Middle School, Aragon High and the College of San Mateo.
While in high school, I worked at Gator Games, a local business in District 5. I grew up enjoying San Mateo's parks and recreational programs and worked at the City of San Mateo's Parks and Recreation Department while in college.
I have spent the last 3 years on City Council and since January 2026, I have served as Mayor. My ties to our community run deep, and I am honored to answer the call to serve on the San Mateo City Council.
Out of the blue, I was diagnosed with lymphoma in 2019. I resigned from my appointed positions when my doctor couldn't guarantee when or whether I'd be well again.
From adamloraine.com
“I’ve worked hard to address climate change on a citywide level, build more housing, and invest in public services and public safety.”
“I helped bridge a divided City Council toward consensus support for our city’s 2040 General Plan Update and Measure T, helping us plan more affordable housing and smart growth while preserving our existing neighborhoods and open space.”
