Meet Peter

Peter Molinari was born and raised in Orange County, where he started at an early age as servant leader in school and in his community.  Peter cares deeply about Mission Viejo and is committed to Honoring our Heritage while Building our Future.

​Peter is dedicated to serving Mission Viejo. He has been serving on the City Planning Commission since 2020, where he also served as Vice Chair and Chairman. Peter’s service on the Commission has contributed to the development of Mission Viejo’s neighborhoods, commercial districts, restaurants and parks. He also served as Booster Vice President and President for the Capistrano Valley High School Pep Squad, where he helped support and foster a safe, spirited community for students and parents.

Peter has put his advocacy skills to work as a business leader and a small business owner. His experience in the boardroom, council chamber and at the negotiating table has equipped him with the tools needed in representing his community. Peter will continue to bring this tenacity with him to City Hall and will always fight for your best interests. 

Peter Molinari holds a bachelor’s degree in communications from California State University, Fullerton, and an MBA degree from Pepperdine University Graziadio School of Business. He has been living in Mission Viejo for over 17 years, where he raised his daughter Maggie. Whether it is socializing at the local Elk’s lodge, competing at the local Rotary Chili Cookoff, enjoying a concert at the Lake or having dinner at a local restaurant with neighbors and friends, you are bound to see Peter in the community enjoying all that Mission Viejo has to offer with our neighbors.