Anna Hernandez
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- Meetings spoken in
- 23
- Total speaking time
- 3:59:58
- Avg per meeting
- 10:26
- Segments
- 4037
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Top issues during term (20)
Regional Water Security and Colorado River Supplies
Establishes a flexible financial and resource-sharing mechanism to mitigate future water shortage costs across municipal partners.
Data Center Development and Neighborhood Impacts
Substantial private capital investment with potential impacts on local utility infrastructure and property values.
Youth Outreach Program IGA with Phoenix Union High School District
$1.5 million over three years from neighborhood block watch funds.
Shelter Conditions and Accountability at SOS Facility
Operational costs associated with city shelter management and contracted services.
FY 2026-27 Tentative Annual Budget Adoption
$162.5 million General Fund surplus allocation for FY 2026-27.
Public Safety Reform and Police Accountability
Ongoing operation of a municipal police department exceeding $1 billion annually, alongside expanded funding for alternative crisis response units.
High-Acuity Homelessness Strategies and System Gaps
Municipal funding supports homelessness intervention and shelter contracts.
photo radar fines
If the state cuts these fines, Phoenix's city budget is going to take a noticeable hit, which could mean less cash for local programs.
Senior Affordable Housing & Shelter Development
$15 million allocated from the Housing Trust Fund and General Fund surplus.
East Jefferson Street Affordable Housing Potential
Generates hundreds of new affordable housing units utilizing city-owned land assets and federal funding sources.
Transit Fare Policy Amendment and Free Fare Days Review
Potential revenue loss from free fare days is currently under review by city staff and Valley Metro.
lawsuit
Taxpayers could end up footing the bill for legal defense fees, and future city land deals might have to be sold at higher, market-rate prices.
social welfare initiative
It brings more federal food dollars directly into our local economy while helping families save on their weekly grocery bills.
College Depot Gateway to Grit Expansion
Supports student retention and higher education enrollment through existing library resources and CDBG investment.
city council election
Your city budget, taxes, and spending priorities are on the line—whoever wins these four seats will help decide where Phoenix’s money goes.
Extreme Heat Emergency Response and Cold Water Immersion Efficacy
Funding allocated through contract amendment with UMOM.
city council election candidate profile
The race has no direct city budget line, but a win could indirectly shape funding priorities for public safety and survivor services.
SNAP navigation and flexible financial assistance
$5.15 million in previously approved city funding — $3.15 million for flexible assistance and $2 million for SNAP navigation.
35th Avenue and Van Buren Street Bus Rapid Transit Corridor
The project represents a $916 million investment in West Phoenix transportation infrastructure.
Downtown Arts Vending Pilot Program for First Fridays
City staff time and resources dedicated to administering the pilot permit program.
Decisions during term (836)
Recorded while Hernandez was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Approval of January 21, 2026 Meeting Minutes
Mayor and Council Appointments to Boards and Commissions
Liquor License Applications (Items 3-22)
Consent Agenda Ordinances and Resolutions (Excluding Items 30, 35, 36, 41, 47, 49, 50, 52, 57, 58, 59, 60, 76, 83)
Retirement Authorization for Police Canine Moxie (Item 50)
Tree Pruning and Removal Services Contract (Item 30)
Executive Session Scheduling for 2026 and 2027 (Item 35)
Wildfire Community Action Association Agreement (Item 36)
Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds for West Eleventh Project (Item 41)
Amendment for Community Policing Development Microgrant (Item 47)
DPS Fentanyl Prosecution, Diversion and Testing Grant Amendment (Item 49)
35th Avenue and Van Buren Street Bus Rapid Transit Corridor (Item 57)
Bus Stop and Transit Center Cleaning Services Contract (Item 58)
Local Speed Limits Ordinance Amendment (Item 59)
Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral Ceremonial Sign Toppers (Item 60)
Local Limit Study for 91st Avenue and 23rd Avenue Wastewater Treatment Plants (Item 76)
Consideration of Citizen Petitions Submitted by Mr. Jerry Van Gasse (Item 83)
Salt River Project
Acceptance and Dedication of an Easement for Public Utility Purposes (Ordinance S-53303) - District 3
Grant of a Public Utility Easement for a City Project Located at 8130 N. Black Canyon Highway (Ordinance S-53301) - District 5
Voting record (124)
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Consent Agenda Ordinances and Resolutions (Excluding Items 30, 35, 36, 41, 47, 49, 50, 52, 57, 58, 59, 60, 76, 83)
Retirement Authorization for Police Canine Moxie (Item 50)
Tree Pruning and Removal Services Contract (Item 30)
Executive Session Scheduling for 2026 and 2027 (Item 35)
Raised concerns about advance authorization and transparency regarding executive sessions.
Wildfire Community Action Association Agreement (Item 36)
Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds for West Eleventh Project (Item 41)
Amendment for Community Policing Development Microgrant (Item 47)
Expressed concern regarding police involvement in mental health crises and departmental study outcomes.
DPS Fentanyl Prosecution, Diversion and Testing Grant Amendment (Item 49)
Expressed concern regarding statutory definitions penalizing individual drug use and possession.
35th Avenue and Van Buren Street Bus Rapid Transit Corridor (Item 57)
Bus Stop and Transit Center Cleaning Services Contract (Item 58)
Local Speed Limits Ordinance Amendment (Item 59)
Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral Ceremonial Sign Toppers (Item 60)
Consideration of Citizen Petitions Submitted by Mr. Jerry Van Gasse (Item 83)
Housing Trust Fund Spending and Allocation Plan
Ratification of Appointment of Chief Presiding Judge Wilbur N. Hudson
Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community Gaming Grant
Relocation of Protected Birds and Active Nests Contract
National Household Wasted Food Prevention Project Grant
Area Agency on Aging Region One Grant for Home Delivered Meals
First Responders Comprehensive Addiction Act Program Grant
Supporting to address overdose challenges while ensuring monitoring of program impact.
Cactus Park Precinct and Fire Station No. 51 General Obligation Bond Projects
General Plan Amendment GPA-CC-SM-1-26-7-8 (Rio Salado District Policy Plan)
General Plan Amendment GPA-CC-SM-2-26-7-8
General Plan Amendment GPA-EST-1-26-7 (Resolution 22404)
Rezoning Application Z-24-26-7 (Ordinance G-7553)
Consideration of Citizen Petition Submitted by Ms. Elizabeth Venable
Supporting staff recommendation since water temperature issues have been addressed and monitored.
Direction on 2028 GO Bond Program, Water Infrastructure Analysis, and Nonprofit Guidelines
Expressed concern that splitting bonds and studying separate timelines lacks transparency and pits neighborhood needs against each other without adequate community engagement.
Omnibus Consent Agenda (Items 17-79, excluding specified items)
Outside Legal Counsel Contract Amendment for City Ethics Commission (Item 32)
Expressed concerns about the commission's independent structure and whether fiscal resources should be reallocated to structural reform.
CovertTrack Global Positioning System Units Contract Amendment (Item 48)
Raised concerns regarding mass surveillance tools and the lack of robust privacy data protections.
Police Public Records and Services Fees and Increased Staffing Level
Housing Services-Property Management, Master Leasing and Housing Based Supports
Laveen Senior Center - Architectural Services
Intergovernmental Agreement - Arizona State University - Mediation Training
Consent Agenda Ordinances and Resolutions (Items 29-106 except exclusions)
Item 51: Contract Amendment with UMOM New Day Centers for Heat Respite
Item 61: School Resource Officer Services Ordinance Amendment
Item 64: Arizona Criminal Justice Commission Grant Acceptance
These funds also supplement Phoenix Police Department overtime and fringe benefits, leading to sacrifices in other grant areas.
Item 94: Rezoning for Acacia Library Historic Preservation Overlay
Item 99: Rezoning for Safe Outdoor Space (15th Ave & Jackson St)
Items 102 & 103: General Plan Amendment and Rezoning for Meritage Homes PUD (15th Ave & Baseline Rd)
Item 104: Downtown Arts Vending on Private Property Pilot Program
Item 105: Consideration of Citizen Petition Submitted by Ms. Clarissa Peterson
Item 106: Permanently Designate the Spring Holiday as Farm Workers Day
Consent Agenda Ordinances and Resolutions (Items 46-130, excluding specific items)
Customer Engagement Software - EXC 23-003 - Amendment (Ordinance S-53091)
Concerns regarding company backing and support of actions in Gaza.
Development Agreement with CivicGroup LLC for the Adaptive Reuse and Rehabilitation of the Security Building and Annex Building (Ordinance S-53142)
Intergovernmental Agreement with Phoenix Union High School District for Youth Outreach Program (Ordinance S-53132)
Concerns regarding program content, lack of local youth/advocate involvement in development, and police-community relations.
Critical Incident Psychological Services Contract - RFQu 26-0231 Request for Award (Ordinance S-53117)
Concerns over keeping officers needing more services off the streets.