ANNOUNCEMENTS OF CIVIC AND COMMUNITY EVENTS

Advocated for funding and permanent fields for a new girls' youth baseball team, the Bay Area Bomb Squad.

Announced the Jacobson Park ribbon cutting ceremony for August 21st.

Announced the Tech in Action 2027 STEAM youth workforce showcase event.

Voiced disappointment with the council's treatment of the Police Oversight Commission and shared personal struggles with high housing costs.

Addressed the council with sharp criticisms regarding city leadership, closed session discussions, and community engagement.

Expressed deep concern over suburban crime, street racing, and the rapid approval of multiple high-density apartment complexes in her neighborhood.

Pledges support for the Angelo Quinto crisis response center and criticized police misconduct and transparency.

Shared an emotional testimony about her sons being assaulted by police officers years ago, calling for justice and accountability.

Announced upcoming Memorial Day events, including a pancake breakfast, cemetery ceremony, and VFW barbecue.

Expressed gratitude to donors and community supporters for fundraising efforts for El Campanil Theatre and announced spring events.

Co-presented El Campanil Theatre fundraising updates and upcoming spring event schedule.

Requested that tax revenue generated from mall property sales be allocated to youth programming.

Provided an update on Downtown Antioch Association projects and announced an upcoming ribbon-cutting event.

Complained about habitual illegal trash dumping near 6th and A Streets and urged the city to install cameras.

Expressed deep concern over rising crime, residential break-ins, and the departure of local businesses.

Thanked the city for addressing street vendor concerns but noted recent business closures like Carbon Health and Raley's.

Introduced Arts Contra Costa County and emphasized the economic and community value of investing in the arts.

Called for enhanced pedestrian safety measures and automated traffic enforcement like red light and speed cameras.

Highlighted countywide arts programming, youth workshops, and partnerships with local libraries.

Spoke in support of arts programming, youth engagement, and poet laureate Jose Cordon's community work.

Addressed land use and zoning disconnects, pointing out vacant commercial properties and shifting residential zones.

Discussed his public works career, workplace culture changes, and upcoming utility infrastructure projects.