SASteven AlvesIrvine · District 5
About

Meet Steven Alves.

A Woodbridge neighbor, father, and community advocate with more than 30 years of service to District 5.

Portrait of Steven Alves
Connie walking their daughter to school in WoodbridgeSteven walking hand in hand with his son through the neighborhoodCub Scout with the flag and Eagle Scout portrait, years apartThe Alves family with their dogTheir daughter in Scout uniform serving as color guardSteven speaking at a Scout ceremonyPortrait of Connie AlvesThe Alves family at a community receptionSteven and Connie at the theaterTheir daughter celebrating her college graduationTheir daughter at her Woodbridge High School graduationTheir son at his UCR graduationTheir son at his Woodbridge High School graduationTheir son in a tuxedo heading to a formal eventTheir daughter taking pictures by the Woodbridge lagoonTheir daughter by the Woodbridge lagoonWatching the sunset over the lagoon in WoodbridgeSteven and his daughter in front of Irvine City HallThe Alves family in front of the U.S. Capitol

I've lived in Woodbridge for more than 30 years, long enough to raise two kids here, coach youth soccer, volunteer for over 14 years in the Scouting program, and watch this community grow. My wife Connie and I met at St John Neumann church in Woodbridge, married in 1996, and built our life together in the same neighborhood that's now at the heart of District 5. We will celebrate our 30th anniversary in November.

Our son and daughter grew up playing at the Woodbridge lagoons, going to University Park Library, swimming at Blue Lake swim club, and enjoying the other wonderful amenities that Woodbridge has to offer. Both of our children attended public schools here and graduated from Woodbridge High School, and each got their first jobs in this village. Our son went through Cub Scout Pack 654 at Meadowpark Elementary and earned his Eagle rank with Troop 675 at Light of Christ in University Park, and our daughter was involved in the choral program at WHS and in Scouting Venture Crew 675. Both are now college graduates and hoping to settle down in our wonderful community.

In my career, I've spent over 30 years in the global shipping and logistics industry. Success in my career has hinged upon having a high level of diplomatic skills, including listening to and negotiating with business partners in over 50 countries around the world. My work has required a keen understanding of different cultures and practices. I believe that these skills are needed on Irvine's City Council right now.

I am running for City Council because our residents deserve a representative who brings an understanding of the district that comes from more than 30 years of living in and serving this community, and someone who can provide disciplined leadership and fiscal restraint on the council.

Until recently, I served as Chief of Staff to Irvine Vice Mayor James Mai. I have been actively involved in policy analysis, I am fully up to date on current projects citywide, and I have been extensively out in the community directly engaging with residents and supporting Irvine businesses. I will be ready on day one to go to work for you.

I would be honored to earn your vote.

Background

Government & Civic Experience

At-a-glance look at the public-service and civic roles behind this campaign.

  • Chief of Staff to Vice Mayor James Mai
    Dec 2024 – July 2026
  • Campaign Manager
    Irvine City Council Race
    2024
  • Social Media Marketing Chair
    US Congressional Races
    2020, 2022
  • Board Member
    City of Irvine Community Alliance Fund
    2023 – ongoing
  • Board Member & Vice Chair
    Greater Irvine Republicans
    2022 – ongoing
  • U.S. Government Instructor
    Close Up Foundation, Washington DC
  • Legislative Intern
    Port of Oakland, Oakland, CA
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Steven Alves for City Council 2026

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