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Austin Bishop

District 1 Council Membermonth-level start: November 2016 per city page 'elected to the Palmdale City Council on November 8, 2016, re-elected November 3, 2020' (continuous service; seating day unpublished); month-level end: November 2028 per city page 'Term expires: November 2028'. Mayor Pro Tem.

About

Austin Bishop's campaign platform centers heavily on addressing the issue of homelessness within the community while also championing new business and economic development options for Palmdale.

Campaign promises (2)

  • public-safety
    Austin Bishop campaigned with a focus on addressing homelessness in Palmdale.
    Related votes
  • development
    Austin Bishop focused his campaign on expanding business options within the city.

At a glance

News mentions
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Term ending Nov 1, 2028.

Voice

Meetings spoken in
4
Total speaking time
16:39
Avg per meeting
4:10
Segments
295

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Top issues during term (11)

medium↑Sep 2026[15]

Update to City Sign Regulations (ZOA 26-0001)

No direct cost to residents mentioned; better rules could mean fewer code disputes and clearer sign approvals for local businesses.

medium↓Sep 2026[7]

City Attorney Recruitment

high↓Sep 2026[5]

City Attorney Recruitment and Evaluation

Unknown — recruitment costs and any settlement or contract terms weren't disclosed.

high↓Sep 2026[5]

Chimbole Center/Library Renovation Project Phase 1

$30.7 million total, with a $4 million contingency, funded by general funds, Measure AV, ARPA, and federal earmark money.

medium↓Feb 2026[1]

Wireless facility replacement and 10-year extension at 37822 6th Street East

medium↓Feb 2024[0]

city leadership interview

No direct financial impact is identified; this is an informational interview rather than a budget or spending action.

high↓Jul 2026[0]

mayor election reform

Expect possible added election costs and more campaign spending, though the exact price tag depends on whether the city consolidates the race with existing elections.

medium↓Jun 2020[0]

call for investigation into death

Expect city dollars to go toward investigative resources, legal review, and public communication, with trust damage potentially costing more than the probe itself.

medium↓Aug 2025[0]

city budget communications

The city is spending money on a contractor and a new budget tool, though the source doesn't say how much—so the payoff is clearer budget info for residents.

high↓Jun 2020[0]

city statement on Robert Fuller death investigation

The city may face costs for an independent investigation and autopsy, but no dollar amount has been specified.

medium↓Jun 2020[0]

death investigation near City Hall

The city could face added costs for investigation support, oversight, or legal review, though the amount is not yet known.

Decisions during term (21)

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

approvedOct 8, 2026

Consent Calendar (waiver of full readings and approval of August 13, 2026 minutes)

approved5-0Oct 8, 2026

Resolution No. PC-2026-0004 — recommendation of ZOA 26-0001 (Signs)

tabledSep 10, 2026

Continuation of Item 5.A (ZOA 26-0001) to October 8, 2026

approved5-0Sep 9, 2026

Approve Agreement No. A-9769 with Icon West, Inc. — Chimbole Center/Library Renovation Phase 1 (PN 878)

approved5-0Sep 1, 2026

Consent Calendar (remainder: items 5.1, 5.2, 5.4, 5.9)

approved5-0Sep 1, 2026

5.3 ABM citywide managed print services

approved5-0Sep 1, 2026

5.5 Commercial Facade and ADA Accessibility Improvement Program (Reso. CC 2026-053)

approved5-0Sep 1, 2026

5.6 Dream Village crisis interim housing — ACT Second Amendment

approved4-1Sep 1, 2026

5.7 Plan check and staffing services agreements (Bureau Veritas, BPR, Interwest)

approved4-1Sep 1, 2026

5.8 BKF second amendment — DryTown Water Park Thrill Ride (PN 924)

approved5-0Sep 1, 2026

5.10 McAdam Park Playground Renovation (PN 839A) — GameTime agreement

approved5-0Sep 1, 2026

5.11 Boulders ADA Improvement Project (PN 932) — R.C. Becker agreement

approved5-0-1Sep 1, 2026

5.12 Approval of previous meeting minutes

approved5-0Sep 1, 2026

6.1 CAPER FY 2025-26 public hearing and submittal to HUD

approved5-0Sep 1, 2026

7.1 Teamsters Local 986 Supervisory and Confidential Unit MOU (Reso. CC 2026-055)

tabled5-0Sep 1, 2026

7.4 Icon West agreement — Chimbole-Library Renovation Project Phase 1 (PN 878)

approved5-0Sep 1, 2026

Waive full reading of the Resolution(s) and/or Ordinance(s) to be considered and voted on at this meeting. (This allows for reading the title only in lieu of reciting the entire text).

approvedMay 27, 2026

Consent Calendar: Approval of February 26, 2026 meeting minutes

approvedMay 27, 2026

Measure AV Draft Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-27

approved5-0Feb 12, 2026

Consent Calendar (waiver of full reading; November 13, 2025 minutes)

Voting record (34)

32 yes0 no2 abstained

Oldest to newest — hover a bar for the item.

Voted yesJul 7, 2026

Adopt Resolution No. CC 2026-031, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale approving a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) A- 9903 with the California Teamsters Local 986, General Unit E

Voted yesJul 7, 2026

Approve the balance of the Consent Calendar except 7.3, 7.12, 7.13, 7.14, and 7.15.

Voted yesJul 7, 2026

Direct staff to report back with a draft resolution on the protocols for the conduct of town halls, which sets the policy and framework, and supports and encourages Councilmembers to conduct town hall

Voted yesJul 7, 2026

Adopt Resolution No. CC 2026-047, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale calling an election and placing a Council-proposed ordinance measure on the November 3, 2026, election regard

Voted yesJul 7, 2026

Approve the Second Amendment to the Agreement with Tripepi Smith & Associates, Inc., (Tripepi Smith) for comprehensive media, telecommunications, social media, community outreach, and all related or e

Voted yesJul 7, 2026

Adopt Resolution No. CC 2026-041, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale adopting the Disruption of Remote Access Technology During Public Meetings Policy.

Voted yesJul 7, 2026

Approve the May 5, 2026, Housing Authority minutes from the previous meetings.

Voted yesJul 7, 2026

Adopt Resolution No. SA 2026-006, a Resolution of the Successor Agency to the Community Redevelopment Agency of the City of Palmdale approving the form of the Preliminary Official Statement and the Co

Voted yesJul 7, 2026

Nominate and appoint Jose Rios to the Board of Library Trustees for a term set to expire on June 30, 2029.

Voted yesJul 7, 2026

Approve amendment to the Exclusive Negotiation Agreement and amendment to the Letter of Loan Commitment between the Housing Authority of the City of Palmdale and Linc 4th Street Palmdale, LP related t

Voted yesJul 7, 2026

Nominate and appoint Monica Dopson to the Board of Library Trustees for a term set to expire on June 30, 2029.

Voted yesJul 7, 2026

Adopt Resolution No. CC 2026-037, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale establishing Deputy Directors / Directors / Executive Employees’ Compensation, Benefits, and Other Terms and

Voted yesJul 7, 2026

Adopt Resolution No. CC 2026-012, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale updating the sewer collection service charge and ordering the continuation of the charge for the operation an

Voted yesJul 7, 2026

Adopt Resolution No. CC 2026-010, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale approving the Engineer’s Report and the continuation of the levy and collection of assessments for Fiscal Yea

Voted yesJul 7, 2026

Approve Third Amendment to Agreement with Psomas for construction support services for PN 796, 45th Street East Sewer, Storm Drain, and Street Improvement Project, increasing the agreement amount by $

Voted yesJul 7, 2026

Adopt Resolution No. CC 2026-011, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale approving the Engineer’s Reports and the continuation of the Levy and Collection of Assessments for Fiscal Ye

Voted yesMay 11, 2026

Adopt Resolution No. CC 2026-029 — Opposition to Measure ER

Voted yesMay 5, 2026

Adopt Ordinance No. 1667, an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Palmdale approving Zoning Ordinance Amendment 26-0002 to modify requirements related to Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Ac

Voted yesMay 5, 2026

Adopt Resolution No. CC 2026-023, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale approving the issuance of tax-exempt and/or taxable revenue obligations by the California Enterprise Developm

Voted yesMay 5, 2026

Approve the Consent Calendar except for 7.6, 7.7, and 7.17.

Voted yesMay 5, 2026

Request to add two future agenda items: 1) Presentation to provide the status of the Multi-Agency Regional Resilience Center (MARRC) and its protocols for use; and 2) Discussion item on whether an ad

Voted yesMay 5, 2026

Approve the Housing Authority Consent Calendar.

AbstainedMay 5, 2026

Continue this item to the June 2, 2026 meeting.

AbstainedMay 5, 2026

Item 7.6 — Willdan Engineering contract continued

Voted yesMay 5, 2026

Adopt Resolution No. CC 2026-016, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale approving the Five-Year Public Art Work Plan for projects in the City of Palmdale in accordance with Chapter

Voted yesMay 5, 2026

Approve Construction Agreement with RG General Engineering, Inc., for PN 839, McAdam Park Improvement Project, for a total not to exceed amount of $8,048,897 for a term of 250 working days from the da

Voted yesMay 5, 2026

Approve the presentation of the Pavement Management Plan.

Voted yesMay 5, 2026

Adopt Resolution No. CC 2026-021, CC 2026-022, CC 2026-024

Voted yesMay 5, 2026

Bring the motion back to the next meeting for further discussion.

Voted yesMay 5, 2026

Bring back a special meeting to discuss Measure ER and adopt a resolution to oppose the measure.

Voted yesMay 5, 2026

Adopt Resolution No. CC 2026-025, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale approving MOD 26-0010 amending a previously approved density bonus agreement 25-0003 (A-9355), to facilitate

Voted yesMay 5, 2026

Adopt Resolution No. CC 2026-027 and approve staff recommendation with the amendment of future affordable housing amount of $226,837.35 be designated towards the development of domestic violence housi

Voted yesMay 5, 2026

Adopt Resolution No. SA 2026-004, a Resolution of the Successor Agency to the Community Redevelopment Agency of the City of Palmdale authorizing the issuance and sale of tax allocation bonds to refund

Voted yesMay 5, 2026

Item 7.17 — November 3, 2026 General Municipal Election resolutions