Laserfiche WebLink
Ibarra, Evelyn <br />From: Lucy < <br />Sent: Monday, October 28, 2024 2:50 PM <br />To: eComment <br />Cc: Nunez, Alvaro <br />Subject: City Council Special Meeting for 10/28/24 -Support for Councilmember Johnathan <br />Hernandez <br />Attention: This email originated from outside of City of Santa Ana. Use caution when opening attachments or links. <br />Dear City Manager Mr. Nunez, <br />I am writing to express my support for Councilmember Johnathan Hernandez, who, despite the recent investigation <br />findings, has demonstrated a longstanding commitment to our community through his city council office and actions as <br />a servant leader. While his past decisions may have diverged from organizational protocol and resulted in a infraction, it <br />is important to consider his history of dedication to our community and the intent behind his actions. <br />Throughout his tenure, Councilmember Hernandez has consistently prioritized the needs of the black and brown <br />community over his own, demonstrating integrity and care in every decision. This commitment is reflected in initiatives <br />that have benefited both the black and brown community such as establishing August as Chicano Heritage Month, <br />supporting the creation of street toppers honoring community leaders such as Helen M. Shipp, Josephine "Chepa" <br />Andrade and more recently Virginia and William Guzman, he garnered support to fund mural restorations which assisted <br />in renovating the 33 year old RAZA mural, and championed cultural celebrations such as Juneteenth and the Chicano <br />Festival. These acts are a true mark of a servant leader who prioritizes the well-being and development of others. <br />While I understand the importance of upholding organizational guidelines, it is also crucial to view this incident within <br />the broader context of his service. His dedication to spotlighting the black and brown contributions in our community <br />cannot be overshadowed by this recent event. I encourage you to consider the positive impact he has made when <br />evaluating any further actions. <br />Thank you for your attention to this matter, and I hope you will view Councilmember Hernandez with the same <br />appreciation for his service that so many in our community share. <br />Sincerely, <br />Lucinda Solorzano <br />Community Volunteer <br />Artesia Pilar Neighborhood Association <br />( <br />