10/13/2026
Leonard Mendoza shares his vision for Commerce in the Whittier Daily News candidate questionnaire.
Lifelong Commerce resident, former Mayor, and 22.5-year city employee. As Mayor he helped deliver a $7.6 million budget surplus, employee raises with no furloughs or layoffs, nearly 1,000 new homes, 1,200 trees, and the lowest crime rates in Los Angeles County at the time.
If elected, his priorities are clear:
โข Tackle the high crime rate through accountability and partnership with all stakeholders
โข Control out-of-control spending with responsible budgeting
โข Expand affordable housing for residents, seniors, and military veterans
He also advocates for full transparency โ every city expense available in ledger format on the cityโs website.
Ready to roll up his sleeves and get back to work for Commerce families and city employees.
Read the full questionnaire:
https://www.whittierdailynews.com/2026/10/05/leonard-mendoza-commerce-city-council-candidate-2026-election-questionnaire/
www.leo-mendoza.com
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