Laura Pastor
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 21
- Total speaking time
- 2:06:44
- Avg per meeting
- 6:02
- Segments
- 1789
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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 Pastor 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 (116)
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