AH

Anna Hernandez

District 7 Council Member2025-2029

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At a glance

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Term ending Dec 31, 2029.

Voice

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)(General)

critical→Jan 2026[22]

Data Center Development and Neighborhood Impacts

Substantial private capital investment with potential impacts on local utility infrastructure and property values.

critical↓Apr 2026[17]

Shelter Conditions and Accountability at SOS Facility

Operational costs associated with city shelter management and contracted services.

critical↑Jan 2026[13]

High-Acuity Homelessness Strategies and System Gaps

Municipal funding supports homelessness intervention and shelter contracts.

medium↑Jun 2026[12]

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.

high↑Nov 2026[10]

35th Avenue and Van Buren Street Bus Rapid Transit Corridor

The project represents a $916 million investment in West Phoenix transportation infrastructure.

critical↓Sep 2026[10]

Extreme Heat Emergency Response and Cold Water Immersion Efficacy

Funding allocated through contract amendment with UMOM.

medium↑Jun 2026[10]

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.

medium↑Oct 2026[10]

social welfare initiative

It brings more federal food dollars directly into our local economy while helping families save on their weekly grocery bills.

high↑Jan 2026[6]

Immigration Enforcement and Community Safety

City resources are being stretched to handle increased federal coordination, potentially diverting funds from other local police priorities.

medium↑Aug 2026[5]

surveillance camera suspension

Taxpayers could see shifts in municipal spending depending on whether the city cancels the camera contract or upgrades privacy safeguards.

medium↓Sep 2026[4]

legal settlement

Local taxpayers are on the hook for a $100,000 payout that could have been used for community services instead.

high↓May 2026[2]

Feline Overpopulation and Community Cat Management

None discussed directly.

high↓Jun 2026[2]

Dog Tethering and Animal Welfare Ordinance

Minor administrative costs for animal control enforcement.

medium↓Jul 2026[2]

heat mitigation

Smart heat planning protects the local economy by keeping workers safe, cutting down on massive AC energy bills, and saving money on healthcare costs tied to heatstroke.

medium↓Sep 2026[2]

autism accessibility certification

The training is a smart investment that boosts our tourism and makes city spaces more inclusive without breaking the bank.

medium↓Aug 2026[2]

cool pavement

While applying the special coating costs more upfront than standard asphalt, it could save money down the road by reducing the intense wear and tear from extreme heat.

medium↓Oct 2026[2]

heat relief sites

Closing these sites cuts off seasonal operational costs, shifting the financial focus back to year-round social services.

critical↓Jan 2026[1]

Data Center Development and Energy Infrastructure

Involves substantial private investment from IDM and significant infrastructure costs for SRP power grid integration.

high↓Jan 2026[1]

Homelessness and Criminalization of Public Spaces

Requires expanded municipal budget allocations for shelter and supportive housing programs.

medium↓Dec 2025[0]

administrative appointment

Her salary will come out of the existing city administrative budget, so it shouldn't hit taxpayers with any new fees.

Decisions during term (20)

Recorded while Hernandez was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.

approvedVoted yes8-0Oct 21, 2026

Cactus Park Precinct and Fire Station No. 51 General Obligation Bond Projects

approvedVoted yes8-0Oct 21, 2026

General Plan Amendment GPA-CC-SM-1-26-7-8 (Rio Salado District Policy Plan)

approvedVoted yes8-0Oct 21, 2026

General Plan Amendment GPA-CC-SM-2-26-7-8

approvedVoted yes8-0Oct 21, 2026

General Plan Amendment GPA-EST-1-26-7 (Resolution 22404)

approved8-0Oct 7, 2026

Citywide General Construction - Job Order Contracting Services Amendment - 4108JOC209 (Ordinance S-53232)- Districts 1, 3, 4, 7, and 8

approvedVoted yes9-0Sep 9, 2026

Items 102 & 103: General Plan Amendment and Rezoning for Meritage Homes PUD (15th Ave & Baseline Rd)

approved9-0Sep 9, 2026

Harmon Regional Pool - Engineering Services - PA75200755 (General Obligation Bond) (Ordinance S-53164) - District 8

approvedVoted no8-1Aug 26, 2026

Citywide General Construction Job Order Contracting Services - Amendment - 4108JOC209 (Ordinance S-53125)

approved8-0Jun 17, 2026

Name Change Amendment on Citywide General Construction Job Order Contracting Services - 4108JOC209 (Ordinance S-53060) - Citywide

approved9-0Jun 3, 2026

Annual Expenditure Limitation Report Designee to Arizona Auditor General (Resolution 22380) - Citywide

approved9-0Jun 3, 2026

Annual Expenditure Limitation Report Designee to Arizona Auditor General (Resolution 22381) - Citywide

approved9-0Jun 3, 2026

Yucca Library Expansion - Professional Services - LS71200118 (General Obligation Bond) (Ordinance S-52947) - District 4

approved9-0Jun 3, 2026

Valley Youth Theatre - Construction Manager at Risk Services - AR00000026 (General Obligation Bond) (Ordinance S-52952) - District 7

approved9-0Jun 3, 2026

Sierra Estrella Library - Professional Services - LS71200119 (General Obligation Bond) (Ordinance S-52953) - District 7

approved9-0Jun 3, 2026

Funding Agreement for Arizona Jewish Historical Society General Obligation Bond Project (Ordinance S-52956) - District 7

approved9-0Jun 3, 2026

Funding Agreement for Children’s Museum of Phoenix General Obligation Bond Project (Ordinance S-52957) - District 8

approved9-0Jun 3, 2026

Funding Agreement and Lease Agreement for Phoenix Theatre Company General Obligation Bond Project (Ordinance S-52958) - District 4

approved8-0May 20, 2026

Fire Station No. 13 - Architectural Services - FD57100029 (General Obligation Bond) (Ordinance S-52867) - District 6

approved9-0May 6, 2026

Citywide General Construction - Job Order Contract Services Amendment 4108JOC209 - General Obligation Bond (Ordinance S-52825) - District 4

approvedVoted yes9-0Jan 21, 2026

General Agenda Approval (Items 20 through 55, excepting 26, 30, 54, 55)