Los Angeles County Democratic Party

September 22, 2009 Special Primary Election Endorsement

Candidates (*Incumbent)

Los Angeles City Council Dist. 2
Paul Krekorian - RUNOFF - 12/8/09

November 3, 2009 Local Election Endorsements

Candidates (*Incumbent) - Updated 9/8/09

Note: More endorsements for the November 3, 2009, local elections will be considered at the October 13, 2009, LACDP Meeting.

Antelope Valley Community College District
Robert Alvarado

Baldwin Park City Council
Susan Rubio

Baldwin Park Mayor
Ricardo Pacheco

Baldwin Park Unified School District
Olga Morales
Teresa Vargas

Castaic Union School District
Seher Awan
Susan Christopher
John Zaring

Culver City Unified School District
Kathy Paspalis
Karlo Silbiger
Robert Zirgulis

Hawthorne City Council
Alexandre Monteiro

Hawthorne Mayor
Larry Guidi*

Hawthorne School District
Nilo Michelin*

Hermosa Beach City Council
Jeff Duclos
Howard Fishman
Michael Keegan*

Hermosa Beach City School District
Ray Waters

La Puente City Council
David Argudo
Louie Lujan*

Lancaster School District
Kermit Franklin

Lennox School District
Marisol Cruz*

Newhall County Water District
Michael Cruz
Maria Gutzeit*

Newhall School District
Christy Smith

Palmdale City Council
Warren Wilson

Palmdale Water Irrigation District
Div. 5 - Dave Gomez*

Torrance Unified School District
Al Muratsuchi*

West Covina City Council
Coleen Rozatti
Fredrick Sykes

West Covina Unified School District
Michael Flowers

Westside Union School District
Linda K. Jones*

Congratulations

Assembly Member-Elect Steve Bradford!

The Los Angeles County Democratic Party congratulates Steve Bradford as the newly elected Assembly Member representing Assembly District 51 in Los Angeles!

Steve Bradford won the September 1, 2009, Assembly Special Election to fill the Assembly vacancy.

Los Angeles County Democratic Party
Endorses Paul Krekorian for
Los Angeles City Council, District 2

LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles County Democratic Party (LACDP) voted to endorse Paul Krekorian for Los Angeles City Council, District 2, in the September 22, 2009, special election to fill the vacancy created by Wendy Greuel’s election as Los Angeles City Controller.

“Paul Krekorian is an extraordinary leader who will stand up for the people of Los Angeles. As a longtime neighborhood activist, local school board member and Assembly Member, Paul has always been a tireless advocate for creating jobs, promoting smart growth, and improving education, and we expect no less of him as City Council Member. He has the experience and relationships to help bridge the gap between Sacramento and Los Angeles and he will tackle key issues in the district and help restore the public’s confidence in city government.

“Paul is a problem-solver and coalition-builder who will work to improve the quality of life for the residents of the district. The Democratic Party proudly endorses Paul Krekorian for Los Angeles City Council, District 2,” said Eric C. Bauman, Chair of the Los Angeles County Democratic Party.

Los Angeles City Council, District 2 covers Mulholland Drive in the Hollywood Hills to Big Tujunga Road in the Verdugo Hills. It serves Lake View Terrace, La Tuna Canyon, North Hollywood, Shadow Hills, Sherman Oaks, Studio City, Sunland, Sun Valley, Tujunga, Valley Village, Valley Glen and Van Nuys.

2009 Los Angeles Mayor’s Day of Service

The Los Angeles County Democratic Party and friends will join L.A. Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa for the 2009 L.A. Mayor’s Day of Service this Saturday, June 27, 2009. Below are projects that still need volunteers, please join us in the spirit of President Obama as we work to make Los Angeles County even greater!

Please click here to download a Mayor’s Day of Service flyer.

Project Youth Green at Roger Jessup Park
12467 Osborne St.
Pacoima, CA 91331.
Contact: david@youthspeakcollective.org

Project: Beautification at Roger Jessup: Mural painting, planting of vegetables, flowers, plants and trees, maintenance of fruit tree orchard, further development of learning garden and community outreach to homeowners

Million Trees Los Angeles Tree Planting
805 N. Mission Rd.
Los Angeles, CA 90033.
Contact: thalia.uribe@lacity.org

Project: Million Trees Los Angeles Facilities Opening and tree planting project along Mission Rd. in Boyle Heights. Over 50 24” trees will be planted along with a fruit tree adoption.

Crenshaw High School Garden Beautification
5010 11th Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90043.
Contact: bill.vanderberg@ca.rr.com

Project: Planting at Crenshaw High School Garden that will include laying of bedding and soil and planting a variety of fruits and vegetables.

Aliso Canyon Brush Clearance Project
East of Reseda between Sesnon & Rinaldi
Northridge, CA 91326.
Contact: scoutingus@aol.com

Project: Help the Parks and Recreation Department clear brush at the Aliso Canyon Park before the beginning of fire season.

City of Palms Tree Planting
3387 Motor Ave, Palms CA 92277.
Contact: president@palmsla.org

Project: 135 Chinese Flame trees will be planted along Motor Ave in Palms.

When you are done with your project come enjoy a volunteer fair, free barbeque and entertainment at the Los Angeles City Hall Volunteer Appreciation Festival from 11:00am to 3:00pm.
More projects will be added as more information is received.

Endorsement for the July 14, 2009 Special Election

CANDIDATES (*Incumbent)

Congressional District 32
Judy Chu