West Hollywood, CAVoter Guide 2026 · not a ballot

Voter guide · Nov 3, 2026

West Hollywood City Council Election 2026

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All voters citywide choose among 14 candidates for three at-large City Council seats.

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Larry Block lists himself as publisher of WEHOonline in his candidate statement; this guide does not cite that outlet. Larry Block candidate statement (City of West Hollywood)

Seven candidates took part in the Sept. 15 Streets For All debate: Chelsea Byers, Larry Block, Kyle Brazeal, Jonathan Cottrell, Helen Krieger, Stephen Post and Tanya Tsikanovsky. John Duran could not attend because of scheduling conflicts. Beverly Press · Sep 16, 2026

Tom Demille and Tatyana "Tanya" Tsikanovsky did not respond to the Los Angeles Blade questionnaire in time for publication. Los Angeles Blade · Oct 1, 2026

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Whoever you elect will govern alongside these members.

John M. EricksonCouncilmember elected to the West Hollywood City Council on November 3, 2020.2sourcedDanny HangCouncilmember elected to the West Hollywood City Council on November 5, 2024.2sourced

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Match quiz5 questions · answers stay on your phoneSeat the CouncilPick winners, see the councilWhat council decidesFlock Safety license plate cameras, Fountain Avenue streetscape, SB 79 and a local transit housing plan (TODAP)Key datesDeadlines and vote centers

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Flock Safety license plate cameras

Where it standsThe council voted 3-2 on July 20, 2026 to keep the Flock contract with added limits on sharing data with federal agencies.

What's on the tableWhether to keep, change or end the city's Flock Safety contract and the cameras it covers.

  • The amendments bar sharing Flock camera data with ICE and other federal agencies unless a court mandates it. Beverly Press · Jul 1, 2026
  • A staff report disclosed that 14 out-of-state agencies accessed license plate readers in the city between December 2023 and February 2026 without city officials knowing. Beverly Press · Sep 1, 2026
  • The amendments require deleting data after 30 days of storage unless the city or courts require preservation. Beverly Press · Jul 1, 2026

Fountain Avenue streetscape

Where it standsPhase 1 was approved Sept. 15, 2025; planning for Phase 2 was to begin later this year.

What's on the tableHow Phase 2 of the Fountain Avenue project proceeds, and whether the approved Phase 1 stays in place.

  • Phase 1 converts traffic lanes to one lane in each direction, adds protected bike lanes and removes 210 on-street parking spaces. Beverly Press · Sep 17, 2025
  • The council approved Phase 1 and a $131,040 services agreement with Fehr and Peers in a 3-2 vote, with Councilmembers John Heilman and Lauren Meister dissenting. Beverly Press · Sep 17, 2025
  • The staff report counted 35 severe injury collisions and five fatalities on the West Hollywood segment from 2013 to 2024. Beverly Press · Sep 17, 2025

SB 79 and a local transit housing plan (TODAP)

Where it standsA proposed local Transit Oriented Development Alternative Plan was continued; West Hollywood was not on SCAG's preliminary SB 79 map.

What's on the tableWhether to create a local TODAP and how to plan housing near the future K Line stations.

  • SB 79 took effect July 1 and allows mid-rise housing construction, up to nine stories tall, near major public transportation stops. Beverly Press · Sep 9, 2026
  • The item that would have created a TODAP was continued by Mayor John Heilman; Councilwoman Chelsea Byers and Councilman John Erickson did not appear supportive. Beverly Press · Jun 1, 2026

Security ambassadors and community safety officers

Where it standsOn Sept. 22, 2026 the council directed staff to bring the Allied Universal contract back for discussion; it took no vote on it that night.

What's on the tableWhether to continue the Allied Universal security ambassador contract or use another vendor.

  • Allied Universal has contracted with the city since October 2025 for uniformed bicycle, kiosk, foot-patrol, fixed-post, special event and transit security. Beverly Press · Sep 30, 2026
  • The council unanimously approved an agreement with American Global Security, Inc. for citywide Community Safety Officer services on Sept. 22. Beverly Press · Sep 30, 2026

Empty storefronts and a vacancy tax

Where it standsCandidates differ on a vacancy tax on empty storefront properties.

What's on the tableWhether to pursue a vacancy tax or other tools to fill empty storefronts.

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  1. 1. What should West Hollywood do about its Flock Safety license plate camera contract?

  2. 2. What should happen with the Fountain Avenue streetscape project?

  3. 3. Should West Hollywood create its own Transit Oriented Development Alternative Plan (TODAP)?

  4. 4. Should the city renew its Allied Universal security ambassador contract?

  5. 5. Should West Hollywood tax empty storefront properties?

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2 stay (not up this year): John M. Erickson, Danny Hang3 on this ballot

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

  • West Hollywood City Councilmembers serve four-year terms and are elected at large. City of West Hollywood
  • The City Councilmembers select one of their members to serve as Mayor, and the office rotates among the members at the yearly reorganization in April. City of West Hollywood
  • Three City Council seats will be decided in the November 3, 2026 General Municipal Election. City of West Hollywood · Sep 14, 2026
  • The seats up include the one held by Chelsea Byers and the two being vacated by term-limited Mayor John Heilman and Councilmember Lauren Meister. WeHo Times

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