Voter guide · Nov 3, 2026

Hawthorne City Council Election 2026

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The candidates

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Katrina ManningIncumbentLicensed realtor since 2003 and Hawthorne councilmember since her election in November 2022. She holds a master's degree in public administration from CSU Dominguez Hills.6sourced
Alexandre MonteiroIncumbentNonprofit president and CEO and sitting Hawthorne city councilmember. He holds a master's degree in education and counseling.6sourced
Sergio Roberto MortaraFood manufacturing and distribution business owner and 13-year Hawthorne School District trustee.3sourced

Voters citywide choose up to two of three candidates for the two council seats.

2 notes on these statements

The same ballot includes Dayna S. Williams-Hunter for City Clerk and L. David Patterson and Raymond Vergara for City Treasurer. This guide covers the City Council contest only. City of Hawthorne · Aug 17, 2026

Hawthorne voters will also decide Measure O, a proposed increase in the Transient Occupancy Tax from 12% to 17%. City of Hawthorne · Aug 17, 2026

Already on the council, not on the ballot

Whoever you elect will govern alongside these members.

Angie Reyes EnglishCouncil Member; elected in November 2024 to a full four-year term3sourced Faye JohnsonCouncil Member; elected in November 2024 to a full four-year term3sourced Alex VargasMayor; elected in November 2024 to a full four-year term3sourced

Officeholders' pages compare what they've said with how they've voted, with sources.

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Match quiz4 questions · answers stay on your phone Seat the CouncilPick winners, see the council What council decidesHotel tax (Measure O), Paid street parking, Affordable housing on city land Key datesDeadlines and vote centers

Next date

Vote-by-mail ballots begin mailing

Mon, Oct 5, 2026

TodayAll key dates

What the next council decides

Hotel tax (Measure O)

Where it standsVoters will decide Measure O on the same ballot, a proposal to raise the city's hotel tax from 12% to 17%.

What's on the tableHow the council uses any new General Fund revenue and how it balances the budget if the measure fails.

Measure O would raise the Transient Occupancy Tax from 12% to 17% and is estimated to bring in $1.2 million to $3.1 million a year for the General Fund. City of Hawthorne · Aug 17, 2026
An independent fiscal study projects a structural budget deficit beginning in fiscal year 2035-36 at the current 12% rate, according to the city. City of Hawthorne press release · Jul 29, 2026
In March 2026 the council voted 4-1 to direct the City Manager to work with Finance on ideas to increase the Transient Occupancy Tax. Hawthorne City Council minutes, March 10, 2026 (Regular Meeting) · Mar 10, 2026

Paid street parking

Where it standsThe council adopted a parking meter ordinance in March 2026, and the city launched a citywide parking study that begins with a paid on-street parking pilot.

What's on the tableWhether to extend paid parking beyond the pilot to residential permit zones and other commercial corridors.

The council adopted Ordinance 2261 establishing parking meter zones, operations, fees and procedures on March 10, 2026, by a 5-0 vote. Hawthorne City Council minutes, March 10, 2026 (Regular Meeting) · Mar 10, 2026
The city said the pilot is the first of three phases of a Citywide Parking Study that will also cover residential preferential parking and commercial corridors. City of Hawthorne press release · Mar 3, 2026

Affordable housing on city land

Where it standsThe city is partnering with Abode Communities on a 93-unit affordable development at 14115 Cordary Avenue, which is in pre-development and financing.

What's on the tablePlanning and environmental approvals for the project and whether to commit further city funds.

In January 2026 the council authorized the City Manager to negotiate a disposition, development and loan agreement with Abode Communities for the site. Hawthorne City Council minutes, January 27, 2026 (Regular Meeting) · Jan 27, 2026
The city said it is contributing city-owned land and $7 million, with construction anticipated to begin November 1, 2027. City of Hawthorne press release · Aug 12, 2026

Homelessness services

Where it standsThe council approved homeless outreach and housing-collaboration agreements in February 2026, and renewed security services at the Bridge of Hope Community Housing site in March.

What's on the tableHow much city money goes to outreach, interim housing and related services.

The council approved an agreement with LA CADA for homeless outreach, appropriating $100,000 from opioid settlement funding, and an MOU with the Los Angeles Dream Center. Hawthorne City Council minutes, February 24, 2026 (Regular Meeting) · Feb 24, 2026
The council approved a third amendment to the Citiguard security agreement for the Bridge of Hope Community Housing site, not to exceed $237,961 in administrative fees. Hawthorne City Council minutes, March 24, 2026 (Regular Meeting) · Mar 24, 2026

Police technology and public safety

Where it standsThe council appointed Eric Lane as police chief in February 2026 and raised vehicle impound fees in March.

What's on the tablePolice budget priorities and technology purchases.

The council adopted Resolution 8587 appointing Eric Lane as Police Chief and approving an employment agreement. Hawthorne City Council minutes, February 10, 2026 (Regular Meeting) · Feb 10, 2026
The council adopted Resolution 8590 raising the administrative vehicle impound release fee from $102 to $200. Hawthorne City Council minutes, March 10, 2026 (Regular Meeting) · Mar 10, 2026

Who matches you?

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1. Should Hawthorne charge for on-street parking in busy commercial areas?
2. Should the city use its own land and money for affordable housing?
3. How should Hawthorne approach homelessness?
4. How should Hawthorne prioritize public safety spending?

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Key dates

Vote-by-mail ballots begin mailingLos Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk: Calendar of events, Nov. 3, 2026 General ElectionOct 5, 2026
Last day to register to voteLos Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk: Calendar of events, Nov. 3, 2026 General ElectionOct 19, 2026
Election DayLos Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk: Calendar of events, Nov. 3, 2026 General ElectionNov 3, 2026

The seat math

3 stay (not up this year): Angie Reyes English, Faye Johnson, Alex Vargas2 on this ballot

5 council seats. The council decides by a 3-vote majority.

The Hawthorne City Council has five members: the mayor and four council members. City of Hawthorne City Clerk
The November 3, 2026 election fills two City Council seats for full four-year terms. The mayor is not on this ballot. City of Hawthorne · Aug 17, 2026
The mayor is elected by voters; Alex Vargas was elected Mayor for a full four-year term in November 2024. Hawthorne Resolution No. 8503 certifying the November 5, 2024 election results · Dec 10, 2024
The council meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month in the Council Chambers at 4455 W. 126th St. City of Hawthorne City Clerk

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