QATTAWI FOR COUNCIL

I have been a resident of Riverside for the past 39 years and have proudly called the Ward 4 neighborhood home for the past 18 years. This community is my home, and I am running for City Council to protect the quality of life we all value.

I believe leadership means showing up, listening, and doing the work — not just making promises. As President of a local neighborhood group and a member of multiple community boards, I work closely with residents and city leaders to address the issues that impact our neighborhoods every day. I have already met with community leaders and stakeholders to focus on real solutions for traffic concerns, roads, homelessness, fire protection, public safety, and responsible development.

I believe there must be a fair balance between the needs of the city and the residents who live here. Growth and progress should serve the people who call this city home, not burden them or sacrifice our quality of life.

If you are looking for a council member who listens, stands with residents, and follows through on their commitments, I would be honored to earn your vote for City Council, Ward 4.

• In early December, The Raincross Gazette featured a spotlight on Jessica Qattawi’s official announcement to run for Riverside City Council in Ward 4 in the upcoming 2026 election.

• "A longtime Ward 4 resident of nearly two decades, Jessica entered the race with a clear message: residents deserve leadership that is present, responsive, and grounded in real neighborhood concerns." 

• "Her campaign builds on years of community involvement, including work focused on traffic safety, pedestrian access, and protecting neighborhoods from incompatible development." 

• "After running for mayor in 2024, Jessica says the experience reinforced what matters most: showing up, speaking honestly, and following through. She’s now bringing that same commitment directly to Ward 4—focused on listening to residents and making sure they feel seen, heard, and represented."