For the first time, incumbent Sangguniang Panlungsod members Arlyn P. Ayon of the Partido Demokratiko Pilipino-Lakas ng Bayan, and Cleofe A. Mabao of the Nacionalista Party, also ran for the vetted post.
Incumbent Vice-Mayor Azucena P. Huervas ran for the vied for the post as the running mate of Catarata.
Huervas was previously the President of Valencia's Association of Barangay Captains, but was assigned to replace the post vacated by Vice-Mayor Benjamin Verano, Sr. who died in office.
[6] Incumbent Sangguniang Panlungsod members Rhea Rhenna H. Agripo, and Almer M. Alfonso, Sr. of Partido Demokratiko Pilipino-Lakas ng Bayan challenged Huervas for the said post.
Incumbent Sangguniang Panlungsod members Francisco L. Alkuino, Glen G. Galario, Rolando P. Laviña, and Camilo E. Pepito were all seeking for reelection.