[{"createTs":"2026-09-29T20:21:28.755393","statement":"<h1 dir=\"auto\" style=\"text-align: center\">STATEMENT OF ALEX PADILLA</h1><h2 dir=\"auto\" style=\"text-align: center\">CANDIDATE FOR MEMBER OF THE CITY COUNCIL,<br dir=\"auto\">2nd District</h2><h3 dir=\"auto\" style=\"text-align: center\">CITY OF INGLEWOOD PRIMARY NOMINATING ELECTION</h3><p dir=\"auto\">Occupation: Councilman</p><p dir=\"auto\">It has been the honor of my life to serve as your District 2 Council Member, and I respectfully ask for your vote to continue moving Inglewood forward.</p><p dir=\"auto\">Together, we have delivered real results—repairing streets, sidewalks, and driveways, trimming trees, improving our neighborhoods, and enhancing the quality of life for our residents. By working side by side with our community, businesses, and City staff, we have made District 2 stronger than ever.</p><p dir=\"auto\">Today, Inglewood is a destination city, proudly hosting world-class events such as the NBA All-Star Game and the FIFA World Cup, with the 2027 Super Bowl and the 2028 Olympic Games on the horizon. These opportunities are creating jobs, driving investment, and strengthening our local economy.</p><p dir=\"auto\">Our work is not finished. I will continue fighting for safer neighborhoods, more affordable housing, greater economic opportunities, and the responsive, accountable leadership our community deserves. Together, we will build on our progress and ensure every resident benefits from Inglewood's bright future.</p><p dir=\"auto\">Thank you for your trust, your support, and your vote. I would be honored to continue serving as your District 2 Council Member.</p>","editTs":"2026-09-29T20:21:28.755393","language":"EN","status":4,"contestId":10463,"electionId":4348,"candidateId":26710,"publishedBy":69,"statementId":60796,"createdBy":69,"lastChangeBy":69,"publicCandidate":null}]