Leonard Mendoza
City of Commerce, Member of the City Council
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Overview
Leonard Mendoza is a painter who previously served on the Commerce City Council and as its mayor.1 He was fired in 2014 from a city job for abusive behavior and dishonesty, a news report said.2 He says he balanced the budget and produced a $7.6 million surplus as mayor, and he pledges to address crime, spending, and affordable housing.1 As a councilmember in 2019, he voted against a cannabis ordinance and argued that a citywide vote should come first.3 Also in 2019, he was hospitalized after a physical fight with another council member at a government conference.4
Campaign money
No summary of their campaign filings yet. Copies are available on request from City of Commerce.
Endorsements
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Sources
- Leonard Mendoza, Commerce City Council candidate, 2026 election questionnaire, Whittier Daily News. Viewed Thursday, October 15, 2026.
- WEBSITE: Commerce Councilman Mendoza's Sister and Her Son Were Arrested for Illegal Distribution of Prescription Drugs, Los Cerritos Community News. Viewed Thursday, October 15, 2026.
- Marijuana battles turn ugly in one California city, Los Angeles Times. Viewed Thursday, October 15, 2026.
- City of Commerce officials' bad blood led to brawl at desert resort, Los Angeles Times. Viewed Thursday, October 15, 2026.