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West Hollywood City Council · Nov 3, 2026

Alden "Marlon" Gobel

Candidate for City Council

14 candidates · 3 seats6 sourced positions

Alden "Marlon" Gobel is running for West Hollywood City Council in the Nov 3, 2026 election; 14 candidates are running for 3 seats.

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Fashion designer and creative director who founded the MARLON GOBEL brand.

Occupation (from candidate statement)
Designer/Creative Director

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Where Alden "Marlon" Gobel stands: positions on the record

Flock Safety cameras1 sourced position

  • Answered "No" when asked about renewing West Hollywood's contract with Flock Safety.

    “I do not feel that overreaching mass surveillance is ever a good idea.”

    Own statementLos Angeles Blade · Oct 1, 2026

Fountain Avenue streetscape1 sourced position

  • Answered "Yes" when asked about a bike lane or sidewalk extension on Fountain Avenue.

    “With gasoline prices reaching $6.50 per gallon here in LA, it is getting nearly unaffordable to fill a car’s tank.”

    Own statementLos Angeles Blade · Oct 1, 2026

TODAP and SB 791 sourced position

  • Answered "Maybe" when asked about creating a TODAP (Transit Oriented Development Alternative Plan) for West Hollywood.

    “I am in favor of the need for West Hollywood to be in control of the development process, and we can look to Beverly Hills as an example of how to successfully implement the SB 79’s requirements.”

    Own statementLos Angeles Blade · Oct 1, 2026

Security ambassadors1 sourced position

  • Answered "Maybe" when asked about renewing the city's contract with Allied Universal for the security ambassador program.

    “I think the security ambassadors bring a much-needed level of padding and connection between everyday residents/guests and the police department while relieving pressure on our sheriffs.”

    Own statementLos Angeles Blade · Oct 1, 2026

Vacancy tax1 sourced position
Priorities1 sourced position

  • His statement lists fiscal discipline and project management among what he would bring.

    “I will bring fiscal discipline, project management expertise, and an unwavering dedication to making our community a vibrant, sustainable, and forward-thinking destination for residents and creators alike.”

    Own statementAlden "Marlon" Gobel candidate statement (City of West Hollywood)

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