Kasey Reynolds to Face Shelby Herbert on November 3

The Chico District 2 City Council race heads to the polls for a general election on November 3.

Updated on Oct. 22, 2026 in City Hall

Kasey Reynolds to Face Shelby Herbert on November 3

Live Poll

Should local officials be permitted to vote on projects affecting their own family-owned businesses?

Incumbent Kasey Reynolds seeks reelection to the Chico City Council in the District 2 race against challenger Shelby Herbert. Butte County voters have already begun receiving mail-in ballots for the November 3 general election.

Why it matters

The outcome of this race will shape local representation as the city approaches the expiration of the Warren v. Chico settlement in January 2027. Voters will determine which candidate oversees the city during this upcoming transition period.

Kasey Reynolds championed Measure L in 2022 to establish processes for addressing public nuisances on city-owned property. During her tenure, the Chico Police Department hired 26 new employees and reached a total of 109 sworn officers.

The players

Kasey Reynolds

She is an incumbent Chico City Council member who served as the city's mayor in December 2024.

Shelby Herbert

She is the challenger running against Kasey Reynolds for the District 2 seat on the Chico City Council.

Chico Police Department

This local law enforcement agency reached 109 sworn officers during the tenure of the current council.

Butte County

This regional administrative body is responsible for managing voter registration and the distribution of ballots.

The details

Kasey Reynolds, who was first elected to the Chico City Council in 2018 and served as mayor in December 2024, faced a legal challenge this year. A Butte County judge ruled in May 2026 that Reynolds could continue voting on a downtown project despite a request to bar her.

1938: Shubert's Ice Cream & Candy was established.
2018: Kasey Reynolds was first elected to the City Council.
May 2026: A judge denied a request to prevent Reynolds from voting on a city project.
November 3, 2026: The General Election will be held.
January 14, 2027: The Warren v. Chico settlement is scheduled to expire.

Political Context

This election follows the implementation of Measure L, which established the legal framework for the city to address public nuisances on city-owned land. Opponents may argue this framework needs adjustment or that specific enforcement actions have been insufficient.

Residents should ensure their ballots are cast by the November 3 deadline to participate in the local decision-making process. The results will directly impact how city leadership handles public property regulations following the settlement expiration in 2027.

The takeaway

Voters have the chance to evaluate the incumbent's record on public safety and municipal nuisance policy. Reviewing the candidates' platforms is a recommended step for residents preparing for the upcoming election.