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Orozco, Norma <br />From: Jenny Rios <JennyRios@delhicenter.org> <br />Sent: Monday, May 24, 2021 3:34 PM <br />To: eComment <br />Subject: Business Calendar Item #1: Fiscal Year 2021-22 Budget Workshop Session <br />Categories: Correspondence <br />Dear Honorable Mayor and City Council <br />My name is Jenny Rios, and I am the CEO of Delhi Center and a long-time resident of the City of Santa Ana. <br />On behalf of the Delhi Center Board of Directors and the residents we serve, I would like to take this <br />opportunity to express our appreciation for your leadership during the most difficult time our city has ever <br />experienced. We know you face a challenging road ahead, and we are optimistic that you will serve the <br />residents well. <br />The Delhi neighborhood has historically been burdened by health risks caused by land use patterns, <br />development, and other factors detrimental to the quality of life for residents. The residents we serve have <br />expressed to us their priorities of improving public facilities, including the Delhi Center, which we believe can <br />play a significant role in improving the health and wellness and socioeconomic status of Santa Ana residents. <br />We offer a wide variety of programs and services that meet the needs of the community. Of course, during the <br />pandemic, our programs and services have been offered virtually, with the exception of our food distribution <br />activities. Prior to the pandemic, we served about 100 residents with food pantry services, but since March of <br />last year, we doubled the level and scope of our food distribution efforts and added other emergency relief <br />services because of the great need. <br />Our Board President recently emailed a letter to our City Manager with a copy to Council where we discussed <br />in a bit more detail what we do and who we serve. We also expressed the need for funding for Delhi Center to <br />help us reach a higher level of sustainability in order to better serve the community. <br />We believe that a partnership between the City of Santa Ana and Delhi Center will be a mutually beneficial <br />investment that will result in a healthier and more prosperous Santa Ana for all. <br />Thank you for your service and commitment to the residents of Santa Ana. <br />Sincerely, <br />Jenny Rios, CEO <br />Delhi Center <br />505 E. Central Ave. <br />Santa Ana, CA 92707 <br />iennvrios(@ delhicenter.ore <br />714-791-1185 <br />