Advisory Neighborhood Commissioner, ANC 2G

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Term

2 years

Candidates

1

Election

Nov 3, 2026

What this office does: An advisory neighborhood commissioner represents about 2,000 residents of one single-member district on the neighborhood commission, which advises the District government on zoning, liquor licenses, traffic, parks and other neighborhood matters. Unpaid; two-year term; nonpartisan.

Alexander M. "Alex" Padro

No party listedIncumbent

Executive director, Shaw Main Streets

The gist

• Pledges to guide Shaw's development without displacement
• Supports historic preservation of Shaw landmarks
• Supports residents-only parking areas in Shaw

More about Alexander

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1. Pledges to guide Shaw's development without displacement

   Why did Alex run for ANC 2G02? — Alex Padro

   Campaign website · Committee to Elect Alex Padro · alexpadro.com

   “I want to help steer Shaw through new development, businesses, and civic improvements, without displacement.”

2. Supports historic preservation of Shaw landmarks

   Shaw Track Record — Alex Padro

   Campaign website · Committee to Elect Alex Padro · alexpadro.com

   “championed historic preservation, including the redevelopment of the O Street Market, Howard Theatre, and Wonder Bread Factory”

3. Supports residents-only parking areas in Shaw

   Shaw Track Record — Alex Padro

   Campaign website · Committee to Elect Alex Padro · alexpadro.com

   “helped protect residential parking by creating Residents Only parking areas.”

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