Jonathan Cottrell
City of West Hollywood, Member of the City Council
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Overview
Jonathan Cottrell co-owns GYM Bar WeHo and works as a software engineer at ESPN.1 He serves on the city's Public Facilities, Recreation and Infrastructure Commission and the West Hollywood Chamber of Commerce board.2
His campaign says he supports building affordable housing on commercial corridors and near transit, and stronger tenant protections.3 He has proposed strengthening financial disclosures for public officials.3 He opposes renewing the city's contract with Flock Safety.1 He supports a Fountain Avenue bike lane or sidewalk extension and a Transit Oriented Development Alternative Plan.1 He has called for recruiting and retaining law enforcement officers.4 At a candidate forum, he said he would favor a special election over an appointment to fill a council vacancy.5
Campaign money
- Reporting period
- July 1 to September 19, 2026
- Raised
- $81,875
- Cash on hand
- $64,636
| Source | Amount | Share of money raised |
|---|---|---|
| Small gifts (under $100) | $660 | 1% |
| Gifts from people ($100 or more) | $30,665 | 37% |
| PACs and other committees | $2,750 | 3% |
| Loans from others | $45,000 | 55% |
| Businesses and other groups | $2,800 | 3% |
Large contributions reported since September 19, 2026: $39,000 in 10 gifts. See the large contribution reports.
Source: City of West Hollywood filings for Jonathan Cottrell for City Council 2026
Endorsements
Sources
- We asked WeHo City Council candidates your most pressing questions, Los Angeles Blade. Viewed Thursday, October 15, 2026.
- West Hollywood City Council election comes into focus - Beverly Press & Park Labrea News, Beverly Press. Viewed Thursday, October 15, 2026.
- Statement of: Jonathan Cottrell, City of West Hollywood. Viewed Thursday, October 15, 2026.
- Weho's GYM bar owner Jonathan Cottrell is running for city council, Los Angeles Blade. Viewed Thursday, October 15, 2026.
- WeHo resident hosts City Council candidate forum - Beverly Press & Park Labrea News, Beverly Press. Viewed Thursday, October 15, 2026.
- Endorsements, Jonathan Cottrell for City Council 2026. Viewed Thursday, October 15, 2026.
- Endorsed Candidates, Los Angeles County Democratic Party. Viewed Thursday, October 15, 2026.