National City Mayor Ron Morrison to Retire After Three Decades, Endorses Councilmember Bush

San Diego, CA, August 10, 2026 —

National City Mayor Ron Morrison has announced that he will not seek reelection, marking the end of a public service career spanning over three decades. Morrison’s decision paves the way for a new mayor to be elected in November, as well as for two City Council seats.

In his announcement, Mayor Morrison expressed his intention not to run for another term, concluding a long tenure in public office. His departure from the mayoral race will open up the field for other candidates. Morrison has publicly endorsed Councilmember Marcus Bush to succeed him as mayor.

The upcoming November election will therefore feature a contest for the mayoral position and for two open seats on the City Council. The timeline for candidate filings and the official election process will be determined in the coming months.

As Mayor Morrison prepares to conclude his service, he indicated his focus for his final year in office will be on addressing the city’s projected $12 million budget deficit. Details regarding the specific strategies or proposals to tackle this financial challenge were not immediately provided.

Morrison’s extensive career in public service has spanned more than thirty years, making his retirement a significant transition for the city’s leadership. The endorsement of Councilmember Bush suggests a desire for continuity in certain aspects of city governance, though the election will ultimately determine the new leadership.

Story summarized from the original created by Adonis Albright on www.nbcsandiego.com, see more information here.

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