If you are a PRNC stakeholder with a passion for our community, we strongly encourage you to run for a seat on the PRNC Board this year. Board members can make a lasting impact on important community matters that are before any of our committees, which include:

1. Community Beautification
2. Public Safety & Traffic
3. Sustainability
4. Homelessness Solution
5. Land Use
6. Others

PRNC 2019 Elections - Questions & Answers

The PRNC Elections will take place on Saturday, May 4, 2019, between 10 AM and 4 PM.  The PRNC is working closely with the City Clerk's office and the Department of Neighborhood Empowerment (DONE) to make sure that YOU - our stakeholder - have all the information and assistance you need to vote and/or run for one of the 5 open seats on the PRNC Board. Much of the information herein was taken directly from the following City websites:

https://clerk.lacity.org/los-angeles-city-clerk-election-division

Q1: Who can participate in the Neighborhood Council elections?

A: Neighborhood Council elections are inclusive and are not limited to US citizens or legal US residents. Even if you are undocumented or were formerly incarcerated, you can vote and/or serve on the Board. However, candidates and voters must meet the minimum age requirement. For the PRNC, the minimum age requirement to be a voter or a candidate is 18 years.

Q2: Who qualifies as a PRNC candidate or voter?

A: Any PRNC stakeholder can be a voter or a candidate.  PRNC stakeholders are those who live, work, own property, own a business, or are community interest stakeholders within the PRNC boundaries.   "Community Interest Stakeholders" are those who have and can affirm a substantial ongoing involvement within the PRNC community.  Examples of community interest stakeholders include students or parents of students at local schools, members of local churches and other religious organizations, or those who are regular volunteers at a local non-profit organization.

Q3: What are the PRNC Boundaries?

A: There is some confusion in the community about the PRNC Boundaries.  Per the City's NC maps and our by-laws, the PRNC covers the part of the City of Los Angeles north of the 118-freeway between Aliso Canyon Park from the East, and De Soto Avenue/Browns Canyon Road from the West.  While some areas south of the 118-freeway use "Porter Ranch" as the City designation for postal services, they are outside the PRNC boundaries.  A map of all the City's Neighborhood Councils can be found here.

Q4: How can I register to become a PRNC candidate?

A: The PRNC candidate registration for the 2019 elections is now open but will close on February 19, 2019. You can register as a candidate at the City Clerk elections website here.  When you go to the site, follow the instructions to create a candidate log-in account and upload your qualifying documentation.  Be prepared to upload your photograph to the site so voters can recognize you when they visit the City's elections page to see the list of registered candidates.  After you complete your registration, you will receive an email notification from the City certifying your candidacy within three business days. Other useful candidate information includes:

Neighborhood Council Candidate Information Guide

PRNC Bylaws

PRNC Election Timeline

Q5: What documentation do I need to register as a PRNC candidate?

A: To register as a PRNC candidate, you need to provide proof of your identity and stakeholder qualification. This may require one or two documents, depending on the stakeholder type. For example, if you are a resident within the PRNC boundaries, you may simply provide a photo ID that lists your name and address. If your qualification criterion is that you work within the PRNC boundaries, you may need to provide both your photo ID and an additional document, like a pay-stub, to show proof that you work locally and that your employer is located within the PRNC boundaries.

For other qualifying criteria questions, you can call the City Clerk Elections hotline at (213) 978-0444 between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM (excluding City holidays).

Q6: Where will the PRNC elections be held?

A: The PRNC elections will be held at the Porter Ranch Community School located at 12450 Mason Avenue. The school is at the corner of Mason Avenue and Sesnon Blvd.

Q7: I don't want to become a candidate, but I want to vote. What do I need to do?

A: As a voter, please make sure you are informed about the various candidates, and then vote on May 4. The City Clerk elections website includes a complete list of PRNC 2019 candidates, and will be updated whenever a new candidate files her or his candidacy and the filing is approved by the City.  On voting day, make sure you bring with you your stakeholder qualifying documentation. 

Q8: During the most recent PRNC elections, I registered to vote online. Can I do that this year?

A: No. In 2016, the PRNC had the option of online voting. The City did not give us this option for this election year. Voters just need to come to the polling place and bring with them the proper qualifying documents to vote.

Q9: Where can I find additional information about the registered candidates?

A: At the City Clerk's elections website, you can subscribe to receiving NC related updates via email.  In addition, the PRNC will schedule a candidates forum to give our voters the chance to hear directly from the candidates and ask them questions.

Q10: I am thinking about running. What would be expected of me on the Porter Ranch Neighborhood Council?

A:  Board members are expected to spend 8 hours per month or more to attend our board and other meetings, participate in PRNC sponsored events, and serve on at least one Board committee that works on community issues.