My name is Nelson Grande. I was born and raised in Highland Park, and I’m proud to call Council District 1 home. I know these neighborhoods block by block, not from a map, from real life. This community shaped me, and I’m running to give it the leadership it deserves.

I’m raising a family here, and I see firsthand what it takes to build a stable life in Los Angeles. But whether you’re raising kids, living on your own, starting out, building your career, caring for loved ones, or running a small business, the needs are the same: safe streets, clean neighborhoods, a fair shot at housing, and a City that actually responds when you need help.

I’m a builder and an operator. I’ve spent my career bringing people together, raising resources, and delivering projects with real outcomes. I’ve worked with small businesses, community groups, and local talent, and I’ve seen how often City Hall makes simple things harder than they should be. I’m not interested in speeches that go nowhere. I focus on execution, follow-through, and measurable results.

My approach is pragmatic and progressive. I believe compassion and accountability can coexist. I believe we can support responsible development while protecting neighborhood stability. I believe public safety must be both effective and fair. The goal is straightforward: policies that work in the real world and improvements people can actually feel.

I’m running for Los Angeles City Council because Council District 1 needs results: safer streets, cleaner public spaces, more housing people can afford, and a stronger local economy. It also needs a Council office that answers the phone, solves problems, and treats residents with respect. A Councilmember is a public servant. This office should work for you, and if I’m elected, it will.