Guide To The Upcoming Chatsworth Neighborhood Council Election

CHATSWORTH, CA — 15 candidates are vying for 10 open seats on the Chatsworth Neighborhood Council with the local election day quickly approaching.

The Chatsworth Neighborhood Council is part of the Los Angeles City government. The Chatsworth council has 21 seats.

There are 99 neighborhood councils in the city which offer communities more localized representation, according to the city. While neighborhood councils receive budgets from the city, council positions are volunteer-based.

Here is your go-to guide on how to prepare for the upcoming election on March 19.

How To Vote

People over the age of 16 who live, work, board at least one horse or participate in Chatsworth community organizations can vote in the election. Ballots will be accepted by mail or in person.

Mail in ballots must be postmarked and returned by March 19 and in-person ballots must be delivered to the Chatsworth Train Depot, located at 10038 Old Depot Plaza Road, between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Saturday.

Chatsworth voters must order their ballot by March 6. Register to vote and order your ballot on the Chatsworth Neighborhood Council's website.

Who Is Running

15 candidates on Wednesday discussed their vision for Chatsworth ahead of the March 19 election. Candidates answered questions about their background, their vision for Chatsworth and how they would address homelessness. Click here to watch a recording of Wendesday's virtual candidate forum.

The 15 candidates represent a mix of veteran council members and new faces. Of the 15 candidates, six have already served on Chatsworth municipal authorities like the neighborhood council, Chatsworth Porter Ranch Chamber of Commerce and homeowners associations.

Jeff Hammond, who has served as the council president for three years, will be up for re-election come March 19. He will continue to volunteer his time and efforts even if he isn't re-elected to the council, he said at Wednesday's forum.

Many of the newcomers have served the Chatsworth community in other ways. Candidates include long-time business owners, a local teacher, volunteers at local non-profits and a local pastor. Read the candidate's statements on the Chatsworth Neighborhood Council's website.