Currently holds the office of Hawthorne City Council until December 31, 2024.
Candidate for Hawthorne City Mayor in 2024 California General Election.
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Get StartedAs Mayor, I will prioritize having enough officers to meet our City’s needs, and expand city services to keep streets clean. Learn more
I have been a big supported of Hawthorne PD's community policing strategy and in addition to supporting their diversity efforts, I will work to expand our public safety personnel so we can provide safe walkable streets for our residents. Learn more
Becoming a business friendly city, and taking a proactive approach to bringing business to Hawthorne will allow Hawthorne to take advantage of all the positive economic activity happening in our region. Learn more
With the increase of economic activity happening in neighboring cities, Hawthorne has the opportunity to capture a tremendous amount of revenue through attracting premium hotels (such as Hilton brands), restaurants, and shopping options. Learn more
L. David Patterson believes Economic Development, retail, hotels, shopping, dining, entertainment are the keys to job growth, and economic growth within our city. It's time Hawthorne eliminated the red tape to start a business, remove excessive fees to small businesses, build a reputation of being a business friendly city. Learn more
I stand with the residents against bringing a new charter proposal, against any ballot proposals to change Council compensation, and against any proposal to take any power away from the residents of Hawthorne. Learn more
Hawthorne must also involve the community in budgeting process. How our budget must be open, transparent, and have the input of the residents. Learn more
David believes Accountability and Transparency is needed in all parts of government, from our finances to our public services, to our legislative processes. Learn more
The RFK Hospital has been closed for over 15 years. Hawthorne is in a Health Desert. A business friendly Hawthorne also means being proactive in bringing the services our residents need. As Mayor, David Patterson will work alongside the City Council who have also identified having an Urgent Care facility as a priority for Hawthorne. Learn more
As Mayor I will continue the work I have done that is bringing 68 new townhomes to the old Plant Nursery on El Segundo. Learn more
I will also prioritizing quality development that provides affordable living or our Seniors, Veterans, and youth getting started in the world. Learn more
Hawthorne is lagging in terms of development. Our children can no longer afford to rent their first apartment in Hawthorne or purchase their first Home. Our Seniors are also being forced out of the city because of a lack of affordable housing. Learn more
As the creator of our Community Cleanup program, I believe clean streets is the key to creating an inviting city for residents and businesses. Learn more
Ensuring larger corporations pay their full tax bill, will brining in an additional 5million annually. This money can go to cleaner streets, enhanced public safety, and incentives for business development. Learn more
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