Focused on neighborhood-first solutions and transparent council stewardship, ensuring our town's character thrives for all residents.

Phil Chigos

Phil’s Practical Solutions for San Anselmo

On parking, housing, downtown, and the budget, Phil brings a plan, not a slogan. Here’s how he’ll put uncommon common sense to work on the Town Council.

Before charging for parking, enforce the two-hour time limits already on the books, and identify the actual problem before spending on a fix.

How Phil would fix parking without new fees
Traffic
Enforce the limits we already have— Phil’s plan for traffic

Protect the currently available parking, identify additional options to increase parking downtown, support Live on the Avenue, and require performance bonds so no downtown parcel sits boarded up for years.

Phil’s plan to keep the Avenue thriving
Downtown
Keep downtown open for business— Phil’s plan for downtown

Meet the State mandate with growth guided by the General Plan our community spent years shaping, and fully embrace ADUs as part of the solution.

How Phil would meet the State mandate on our terms
Housing
Grow thoughtfully, by our own plan— Phil’s plan for housing

Build on one of downtown’s best community assets, without unnecessarily sacrificing the parking our businesses depend on.

What Phil wants for a permanent Creek Park
Parks
Extend Creek Park without losing parking— Phil’s plan for parks

Honor the obligations prior Councils have made, and take a hard look at the return on investment before approving any new spending.

How Phil would spend your tax dollars
Budget
Make every dollar earn its keep— Phil’s plan for budget

Plan for when flooding happens, not if, so our community can recover as efficiently as possible.

Phil’s plan for the next big flood
Flooding
Preparation for the inevitable event is the common-sense approach— Phil’s plan for flooding

Treat the Council like a board of directors: disagree respectfully, get the full picture, and discuss significant matters thoroughly.

How Phil would run a better Council
Governance
A fully informed Council— Phil’s plan for governance
Traffic
Enforce the limits we already have— Phil’s plan for traffic
Downtown
Keep downtown open for business— Phil’s plan for downtown
Housing
Grow thoughtfully, by our own plan— Phil’s plan for housing
Parks
Extend Creek Park without losing parking— Phil’s plan for parks
Budget
Make every dollar earn its keep— Phil’s plan for budget
Flooding
Preparation for the inevitable event is the common-sense approach— Phil’s plan for flooding
Governance
A fully informed Council— Phil’s plan for governance
“I believe voters deserve direct and honest conversations with their representatives. You won't find me dodging a question or avoiding a position just to placate constituents.”
Phil Chigos
Phil Chigos with his wife and three children

Rooted in San Anselmo since 2017

Since moving to San Anselmo in 2017, Phil Chigos and his wife have raised their three children, built four businesses and operated two in-town properties, and held community service roles to build their home community.

Phil says his greatest role is that of an ever-present and attentive father. That responsibility shapes how he approaches every other commitment: he listens carefully, plans for the future, and follows through.

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Phil Wants to Hear From You

Have a question, a concern, or an idea for San Anselmo? Phil believes the best decisions start with listening, and he’s always open to a conversation with his neighbors. Reach out and he’ll get back to you personally.

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Endorsements

Eileen Burke

Current Town Council Member of San Anselmo

Benedetto Cico

Former President of the San Anselmo Chamber of Commerce

Kris Kelson

Former Board Member of the San Anselmo Chamber of Commerce

Rebecca Bugas

Board Member of the San Anselmo Chamber of Commerce and business owner

Frank Gomez

Board Member of the San Anselmo Chamber of Commerce and business owner

Jeff Kroot

Former Mayor and Town Council Member of San Anselmo

Matt Brown

Former Mayor and Town Council Member of San Anselmo

Paul Chignell

Former Mayor and Town Council Member of San Anselmo

Ross Asselstine

Community Advocate

Jonathan Braun

Marin Open Space - Board Member

Dr. Brett Geithman

Superintendent of the Larkspur-Corte Madera School District