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I would like to express my support for the renewal of an operating agreement between Stay Arts and the City of Downey. This would allow for the continued funding of Stay Gallery as a public art facility from the City's Art in Public Places fund.
Stay Gallery for the last decade has been a focus point for the many artists within the Downey and Southeast Los Angeles communities by providing amazing programing and art space. The Staff and volunteers of this facty have devoted themselves to creating a venue that engages youth, faes and visitors with free and low-cost opportunities. Access to art is essential to enhancing the spirit of a community and the quality of life for its residents.
For the reasons mentioned, I respectfully urge the City Council to support arts access for Downey artists, youth, fames and residents by voting in favor of a renewed operating agreement between Stay Arts and the City of Downey.
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Non -Agenda Item
Linda Thai
From: jonathan hawes
Sent: Wednesday, November 29, 2023 7:29 AM
To: City Clerk
Subject: General public comment to be read at the next city council meeting Good evening. My name is Jonathan Hawes. I served as El Monte City Clerk from 2013 to 2018.
Since 2015 1 have been a whistleblower on Andre Quintero and Team El Monte's embezzlement of $10 million from the El Monte Promise Foundation scholarship fund. I have interviewed dozens of El Monte residents who have privately confirmed that Promise funds were used for fraudulent trips to Vietnam and Haiti, a bogus consultant in Salt Lake City, house repairs, and other unlawful expenditures. I have myself been interviewed by the FBI about two dozen times. Documents proving the embezzlement have been submitted to the FBI and the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office.
A week ago, an El Monte resident with a documented history of harassing and fabricating lies about other residents, Gabby Leos, told a string of lies on cable news about El Monte Mayor Jessica Ancona. These lies were spoon-fed to her by City Manager Alma Martinez. El Monte Police Chief Jake Fisher, who went on record confirming one of Leos/Martinez's lies, needs to be fired for interfering in ongoing litigation by commenting publicly on said litigation, and for lying in his official capacity. Both Martinez and Fisher dislike Mayor Ancona due to her efforts to rid our city of the baleful influence of Andre Quintero and his Team El Monte minions, of which Martinez and Fisher are two. Martinez and Fisher have frequently made significant decisions without a vote from the council, which is unlawful, and Ancona has called out such improprieties, furthering their animosity towards her and her anti -corruption efforts.
I am asking the Downey City Council to pass a resolution condemning these crimes and schemes in order to protect the greatest mayor El Monte has ever had, Mayor Jessica Ancona, and the vulnerable residents of one of the poorest cities in Southern California. If this criminal, FBI - investigated cabal succeeds in removing her from office via well -orchestrated, mendacious smear campaigns, we will be back to full dictatorship under Andre Quintero or one of his puppets. El Monte children, who should've been provided with college scholarships, were robbed by his embezzlement.
Andre Quintero and Team El Monte members must go to prison. If you have any questions, please call or text me at . Thank you.
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Linda Thai
From: GG
Sent: Monday, December 11, 2023 9:27 PM
To: Downey City Clerk - Public Comment
Subject: Council member Trujillo
My name is Gabriel Gonzalez and I am a Downey resident. I support Council Member Trujillo to be our next Mayor. He listens to concerns and since he has been in city council street improvements are much more noticeable. I hope that you join me in supporting him as well.
Thank you
Item No. 5
Linda Thai
From: AmehonGa|amo
Sent: Monday, December 11'20239:46PK4
To: Downey City Clerk Public Comment
Hi my name is America Galarza I lived in Downey for 25 years. I support Mario Trujillo for Mayor of Downey.
Item No. 5
Linda Thai
From:
Maria D. Torres <
Sent:
Monday, December 11, 2023 10:25 PM
To:
Downey City Clerk - Public Comment
Subject:
Support for Mayor Pro Tern Mario Trujillo
To the Downey City Council:
My name is Maria Torres. I have been a resident of Downey since 2016. 1 write to provide my full support of Downey's Mayor Pro Tern Mario Trujillo in becoming the next Mayor of Downey.
Respectfully,
Maria Torres
Item No. 5
Linda Thai
From:
Ricardo Perez <
Sent:
Monday, December 11, 2023 10:25 PM
To:
Downey City Clerk - Public Comment
Subject:
Public Comments
Hi, my name is Ricardo Perez. I have been a Downey resident for over 20 years. I am writing to ask that the Downey City Council elect Mario Trujillo to be our next Mayor of Downey. Let's keep tradition alive and elect by seniority not by politics. We need unity - please vote Mario Trujillo to serve as our next mayor of Downey! Sent from my iPhone
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Linda Thai
From: Elsasser, Greg
Sent: Tuesday, December 12, 2023 10:03 AM
To: Downey City Clerk - Public Comment
Subject: Re: Mario Trujillo
Good Morning Council Members:
I am really hoping you will vote in Mario Trujillo as Mayor Pro -Term. In my 52 years, I have had very little interaction with politicians, and Mario is really the first time I've ever had to ask for help for different things as I've become a little more involved in my city. Every single time I've asked Mario for help, he has been there. He answers my texts quickly, and while we don't interact in the same social circles, he treats my concerns with the utmost importance. He has made me feel heard and seen. I am writing this not because I've been asked to, but because I've heard the vote is tonight and I wanted to make sure my voice was heard.
Thank you,
Gregory Elsasser-Chavez
Warren High School, English Department
Room L207
562 869 7306 ex. 5615
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Linda Thai
From:
Sent: Tuesday, December 12, 2023 9:47 AM
To: City Clerk
Attachments: text O.txt
Ma'am mayor and councilmembers, My name is Millie
Sanchez, today, I stand before you to share a personal
story that highlights the importance of community
engagement and the impact it can have on the lives of
individuals, especially those facing physical challenges. As a senior citizen who relies on a walker to get around, I have experienced firsthand the difficulties of navigating through our city streets. A few months ago, a damaged
sidewalk was next to my home on Rives Avenue. The
raised roots of a tree had caused the pavement to become uneven and hazardous. We reached out to the city
government, hoping for a prompt resolution, but
unfortunately, our pleas fell on deaf ears. One fateful day, while walking on that deteriorating sidewalk, I tripped and fell, sustaining injuries that required medical attention.
Frustrated with the city's negligence in addressing this issue, I contemplated legal action. However, my
perspective changed when Councilman Mario Trujillo
visited my place. He listened to my concerns and promised to take action. True to his word, within days of our
conversation, the public works department arrived to
temporarily patch up the sidewalk before later fully
repairing the damaged section. Councilmember Trujillo
has remained in contact with me ever since and is
currently addressing another concern I raised regarding a disabled parking spot outside my home. It's with great
conviction that I kindly request all council -members to consider electing Councilman Mario Trujillo as our next mayor. His dedication to our community and commitment
to resolving issues like mine throughout Downey are
evident. We need a leader who will actively engage with residents and ensure their voices are heard. I stand here today to endorse Councilmember Mario Trujillo for the
position of mayor. Let us choose someone who will
champion our concerns and work tirelessly for the
betterment of Downey because, as my personal
experience has shown me, Trujillo gets things done! Thank you all for your attention. Let's build a stronger, more inclusive community.
-Mobile-e
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Linda Thai
From: Land Fish
Sent: Tuesday, December 12, 2023 12:39 PM
To: Downey City Clerk - Public Comment
Subject: Mario for Mayor!
Hello! Mario has done great for the city of Downey and I look forward to seeing more of his work throughout LA! Downey is very lucky to have someone like him that's proactive and engaging with the community! Thank you for keeping him in the city and I hope he is mayor soon! Violet
Item No. 5
Linda Thai
From: David
Sent: Tuesday, December 12, 2023 12:42 PM
To: Downey City Clerk - Public Comment
Subject: Mario Trujillo for Mayor 2024
Good evening. My name is David De La Torre and I've been a Downey resident for 42 years. The city continues to be the greatest city in South East LA. Mario has been a big part of that success in his 3 years in council. I urge the city council to do the right thing, and vote for Mario to transition as Mayor Pro tem to Mayor of Downey for year 2024.
Thank you.
Item No. 5
Linda Thai
From:
Sandra salazar
Sent:
Tuesday, December 12, 2023 12:53 PM
To:
Downey City Clerk - Public Comment
Subject:
Mayor pro tem vote
To Whom it may concern:
I have witnessed the dedication to Downey Mario has had in the last 3 years as a council member. I support Mario Trujillo to transition from Mayor pro tem to a mayor and ask the council to vote yes tonight! Thank you
Dr Sandra Salazar
Cerritos College Board Trustees Vice President
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Linda Thai
From: Marisela Gutierrez
Sent: Tuesday, December 12, 2023 12:59 PM
To: Downey City Clerk - Public Comment
Subject: Support for Mario Trujillo as mayor
Hello,
I'm at resident of Downey and I wanted to express my support of Mario Trujillo as mayor for 2024. His work at city council and dedicated service to the city of Downey and Los Angeles as district attorney, and former educator has been extraordinary. I believe that he would be an exceptional mayor and I'm looking forward for him, continuing to work for the city of Downey.
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Linda Thai
From: Jeffrey Link
Sent: Tuesday, December 12, 2023 1:25 PM
To: Downey City Clerk - Public Comment
Subject: Mario Trujillo for Mayor
To Whom it May Concern:
Please consider Mario Trujillo for Mayor for the upcoming term. He has been a great asset to our City Council, and has been a big part of making positive improvements and embracing diversity within our city.
Thanks Much,
Jeff Link
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Linda Thai
From: Ez Auto Collision
Sent: Tuesday, December 12, 2023 1:42 PM
To: Downey City Clerk - Public Comment
Subject: Mario Trujillo - Mayoral Candidate
Hello,
On behalf of Mario Trujillo, I want people to know that he will work endlessly to make a difference in the community for the better. He is smart, compassionate, and always puts the needs of others before his own. These are the reasons I believe Mario Trujillo is best fit for the next Mayor of Downey.
Thank you,
Rachel Vazquez
0 061 E. Gage Ave.
Bell, CA 90201
323.744.2137 Office
Direct
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Linda Thai
From: Jorge Villasenor >
Sent: Tuesday, December 12, 2023 2:00 PM
To: Downey City Clerk - Public Comment
Subject: Mario Trujillo
City of Downey,
I wanted to reach out and express my heartfelt support for Mario Trujillo. His dedication to our community and the years of assistance to Gods Children Foundation have not gone unnoticed, and it's inspiring to see his commitment to making a positive impact.
Mario's willingness to lend a hand has always made a significant difference, and I am confident that his passion for community service will translate seamlessly into his role as mayor. His vision for the City of Downey aligns perfectly with the values he holds dear, and I believe he has the qualities needed to lead with integrity and compassion.
As Mario embarks on this exciting journey, know that you have my full support.
Jorge Villasenor