Overview
- Alcaraz took the oath on Nov. 6 to fill the Sunset seat vacated after Joel Engardio’s September recall, with her term running until a June 2026 vote to finish the remainder of the term.
- A political newcomer, she is a lifelong Sunset resident, an art and music teacher, and former owner of The Animal Connection, and she personally sought consideration by approaching the mayor at a neighborhood night market.
- She has signaled openness to bringing cars back to the Great Highway in some form and says she will consult residents before advancing any changes.
- On housing, she plans to introduce amendments to Mayor Daniel Lurie’s Family Zoning proposal and says avoiding a state takeover of approvals is a priority as supervisors prepare for a vote next month.
- Her appointment carries electoral and policy stakes, as she intends to run in June 2026 and potentially faces declared candidates Natalie Gee and Albert Chow, with outcomes that could shape the Board’s balance and the mayor’s agenda.