[{"createTs":"2026-09-29T20:21:29.808733","statement":"<h1 dir=\"auto\" style=\"text-align: center\">STATEMENT OF MARIA ZARAGOZA</h1><h2 dir=\"auto\" style=\"text-align: center\">CANDIDATE FOR MEMBER OF THE CITY COUNCIL,<br dir=\"auto\">2nd District</h2><h3 dir=\"auto\" style=\"text-align: center\">CITY OF DOWNEY GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION</h3><p dir=\"auto\">Age: 50</p><p dir=\"auto\">Occupation: Fiscal Analyst/Mother</p><p dir=\"auto\">As a Downey resident for over 20 years, I have proudly raised my two children in this community. They are graduates of Downey's public schools, and our family has experienced firsthand what makes our city such a special place to call home.</p><p dir=\"auto\">As a hardworking mother and Fiscal Analyst, I understand the importance of responsible budgeting, transparency, and making every taxpayer dollar count.</p><p dir=\"auto\">I am running for Downey City Council because District 2 deserves leadership that puts residents first. Our community needs a representative who listens, leads with integrity, and focuses on the issues that matter most.</p><p dir=\"auto\">My priorities are keeping our neighborhoods safe, repairing streets and infrastructure, supporting local small businesses, protecting seniors and families, and restoring transparency and accountability at City Hall.</p><p dir=\"auto\">I believe every resident deserves to be heard. Together, we can strengthen our local economy, preserve the quality of life that makes Downey a great place to live, and ensure our city government is responsive, responsible, and focused on serving the people.</p><p dir=\"auto\">I would be honored to earn your vote. Together, we can build a stronger, safer, and more accountable Downey for current and future generations. Thank you, and God bless everyone.</p>","editTs":"2026-09-29T20:21:29.808733","language":"EN","status":4,"contestId":10443,"electionId":4348,"candidateId":26558,"publishedBy":69,"statementId":60825,"createdBy":69,"lastChangeBy":69,"publicCandidate":null}]