GRAND OPENING OF SUSAN RUBIO ZOCALO PARK
I was deeply humbled and honored to join the city of Baldwin Park as they honored me by naming the City‘s newest park, the Susan Rubio Zocalo Park. I was proud to secure $6 million for the project and celebrate the culmination of many years of hard work. The grand opening also brought the community together to commemorate Hispanic Heritage Month and Mexican Independence Day. The moment was even more special with family and friends in attendance.
This project addresses the need for more open green space and will become the centerpiece of our community, improving the quality of life for our residents. It will feature a wide variety of amenities, including a civic plaza, a park, public art, a city monument and water conservation features.
In the District
CITY OF AZUSA CHECK PRESENTATION
I was honored to present a check to the City of Azusa for $300,000 to help fund homelessness issues including temporary and permanent housing, clean up and providing resources addressing health care and finding jobs.
LATINO HERITAGE MONTH
During Latino Heritage month I am thankful to all who continue to carry on the tradition for our residents. There have been many beautiful celebrations and it is so nice to see generations honoring their heritage and sharing it with members of the community.
Legislative Updates
Older adults under conservatorship face the risk of being isolated by their caretakers, leaving them vulnerable and disconnected from loved ones. That is why I am proud to announce that my bill, SB 1106 — the Kasem, Nichols, Rooney Act — aimed at enhancing the safety and dignity of our seniors, has been signed into law. The protection and well-being of our community’s seniors has been a priority for me since joining the legislature, and I will continue to be their advocate in the Capitol.
Community Resources
Protecting your home insurance
Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara issued a mandatory one-year moratorium on insurance companies to preserve residential insurance coverage for policyholders affected by wild fires in Los Angeles, and San Bernardino Counties. The Commissioner shields those living within the perimeters or adjoining ZIP Codes of these fires from insurance non-renewal or cancellation for one year from the date of the Governor’s emergency declarations regardless of whether they suffered a loss.
Assistance for survivors of wildfire disasters
The Department of Insurance is deploying staff to wildfire disaster areas to assist survivors in filing claims and protect communities from potential insurance fraud and abuse. Consumer services experts are available in-person to answer questions at Local Assistance Centers. Visit the Department’s website to find information about Local Assistance Centers near you and view the Top 10 Tips for wildfire claimants to avoid becoming a victim of a scam, or call 800-927-4357 with any insurance-related question.