Novato's position as Marin's most affordable city attracts families priced out of southern Marin, creating a more moderate electorate than its progressive neighbors. The Hamilton Field military base redevelopment and wildfire risk shape every campaign. Novato has approximately 55,000 residents and 36,000 registered voters across Marin County. Local seats on the ballot include Novato City Council (5 members), Novato Unified School District, North Marin Water District. Issues driving Novato campaigns: Housing affordability; Hamilton Field redevelopment; Wildfire preparedness. Local Campaign Pros runs end-to-end campaigns for Novato candidates and measures — strategy, mail, voter data, lawn signs, field, and FPPC compliance tuned to the Marin County voter file.
Last reviewed: 2026-08-21