Jennifer Maravillas

The Candidate

Jennifer Maravillas is running for Redlands City Council District 4.

Maravillas has had a career in public communication. She served as a Public Information Officer for San Bernardino County’s Department of Behavioral Health and is a former member of the Teamsters 1932 union. She currently works as a Public Affairs Representative.

She lives in Redlands with her husband and daughter.

Maravillas is running against incumbent Eddie Tejeda for the District 2 City Council seat. Click the map below for a detailed view of districts.

The Funding

Total Raised: $21,599

(Last Updated Nov. 1, 2024)

Maravillas’ campaign for City Council has raised $21,599 as of Nov. 1, 2024 from 33 individuals and 8 committees.

• $14,049 from individual donations.
  • Of those individual donations, $7,589 was made up of unitemized contributions under $100.
• $7,550 from committees

The Endorsements

The Survey: "In their own words"

For this section, Community Forward Redlands asked each candidate the same five questions. These are their responses. Responses were edited only for grammar or spelling errors. We also made candidates aware that we will make note of any statement that includes factual inaccuracies or conjecture.

"I will prioritize strategic planning to manage growth, ensuring that development meets our long-term needs while preserving Redlands’ unique character. I will break the disconnect from city hall, and promote communication and transparency..."

What do you love most about Redlands?

The people. Our working-class community is incredibly supportive and compassionate, with a strong emphasis on mutual aid and inclusivity.

How do you define the role you’re seeking as a Redlands City Council member?

Advocating for the community’s needs, making informed decisions, and ensuring transparency and accountability in governance. As a Redlands Councilmember, my role is to work to the highest possible caliber to improve the quality of life for Redlands’ working families without increasing the cost of living.

If elected, what would be your top three priorities as a City Council member?

Housing- enhancing community spaces, providing safe livable neighborhoods, and ensuring residents can afford to live in Redlands.

Economic Development- Creating good-paying jobs, supporting small businesses, improving public infrastructure and mobility.

Public Health and Safety- Building a second fire station in North Redlands, emergency preparedness, and drug, alcohol and mental health treatment for homeless individuals.

What skills and experience do you have that you believe would be beneficial to you as a city council member? 

I am a first-generation Mexican American, the oldest daughter of three siblings, and a working mother. I was raised on simple principles: hard work, education, community and family.

I earned two bachelor’s degrees in international studies (with a concentration in culture and identity) and journalism from California State University, Long Beach (CSULB), and a master’s degree in communication management from the University of Southern California (USC).

I have an extensive background in public health care communications and strategy and previously worked as the public information officer for the San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health.

If elected, what is your vision for moving our community forward?

My vision for moving our community forward is focused on improving the quality of life for Redlands residents, businesses and working families. I will prioritize strategic planning to manage growth, ensuring that development meets our long-term needs while preserving Redlands’ unique character. I will break the disconnect from city hall, and promote communication and transparency to create a more informed and engaged city with more participation from the community because the only way to move the community forward will be together.

Campaign Information

Website: Maravillas for Redlands

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