District 2 Council Member· 2022-2026
Alex Padilla
Inglewood
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 19
- Total speaking time
- 1:03:53
- Avg per meeting
- 3:22
- Segments
- 1489
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Top issues during term (20)
Special Event Permits and Public Safety Coordination
The city will provide police and security staffing at the events, with costs absorbed by city departments.
Police Accountability and Investigation Transparency
Potential future legal liabilities or settlements related to police department incidents.
Substance Abuse Counseling Facility Denial on Arbor Vitae
Standard application processing fees.
Inglewood Transit Connector Construction Management
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mayoral election campaign
It's unclear right now, but a bitter political fight involving billionaire developers could shift how tax dollars and stadium revenues are handled down the road.
Hollywood Park Revenue and Ticket Audit
Costs and potential revenue adjustments will be determined through the audit scope.
Opposition to Statewide Proposition 43
Potential future impact on local tax-raising flexibility.
elected official dual office holding
It likely doesn't cost taxpayers extra right away, but paying one person for two public offices could mean more of our money going toward multiple stipends.
Mayor's legal issues
Get ready for your taxes to potentially go up because the mayor's legal mess is costing a fortune!
General Plan Comprehensive Update and Land Use Plan
Funded through the municipal planning budget with long-term impacts on municipal tax base and development value.
Utility Box Art Program Phase 1
The Public Art Fund balance was on the agenda for review, but no spending decisions were made.
Park Maintenance Facility and Senior Center Improvements
Funded through municipal human services allocations and external partnerships with food banks.
7-Eleven Hard Liquor Permit Request
Loss of potential expanded merchandise sales for the 7-Eleven franchise.
Public Art Fund Balance and Consultant Update
Projects are supported by the municipal Public Art Fund, which tracks ongoing revenues and expenditures for community art installations.
Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Proposed Operating Budget
Federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding allocation and program implementation.
Chick-fil-A Flagship Development
Private commercial investment in a new commercial fast-food facility.
Alcohol License for Hollywood Park Restaurant
Generates local sales tax revenue and supports neighborhood dining options.
Tobacco Retailer Licensing and Regulatory Compliance
The market will pay business tax and license fees; the city gains enforcement obligations through random inspections.
Library Facility Renovations and Branch Operations
Details on library funding and operational costs are expected during staff updates.
Library Art Installations and Public Art Relocation
Funded via specific project RFPs and municipal arts grants.
Decisions during term (481)
Recorded while Padilla was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Halloween Haunted House Event at Darby Park
Thanksgiving Outreach Festival at Greater Deliverance Church
Snowy Winter Wonderland Event at Imperial Plaza
Business License Renewals (4 businesses)
New Tobacco Retailer License — Z's Market
Tobacco Retailer License Renewals (3 businesses)
Dia-Our Familia, Our Legacy. Our Day-to-Remember Event Permit
UCLA Blood Platelet Blood Drive Permit
Temporary Costco Special Event Permit for Auto Key Sales
Consent Calendar Items 1 through 7
DR-1: Gann Amendment Appropriations Limit
DR-2: Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Annual Budget and Public Hearing Setting
A-2: Special Counsel Legal Services Agreement Amendment Three
CD-1: Council District 1 Family Unity Day Funding Increase
CITY ATTORNEY’S OFFICE - Claims and Settlements
FINANCE DEPARTMENT - Audit Services Invoices and Budget Amendment
Space Jam Event Permit
2026 Harvest Festival Permit
Beckmen YOLA Center 5-Year Celebration Permit
Black Panther Festival Permit
Voting record (88)
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