[{"createTs":"2026-09-29T20:21:25.268201","statement":"<h1 dir=\"auto\" style=\"text-align: center\">STATEMENT OF TONY WU</h1><h2 dir=\"auto\" style=\"text-align: center\">CANDIDATE FOR MEMBER OF THE CITY COUNCIL,<br dir=\"auto\">5th District</h2><h3 dir=\"auto\" style=\"text-align: center\">CITY OF WEST COVINA GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION</h3><p dir=\"auto\">Occupation: Councilman </p><p dir=\"auto\">Over the past four years, we have worked hard to make West Covina a vibrant, safe, and proud city. As your current Councilman, I am proud of what we have accomplished together:</p><p dir=\"auto\">- Strengthened City Finances: Increased the City's financial reserves from $9 million to more than $24 million while maintaining a balanced budget through responsible fiscal management.<br dir=\"auto\">- Supported Local Businesses: Attracted new businesses and investment to create jobs, strengthen our local economy, and expand services for residents.<br dir=\"auto\">- Enhanced Public Safety: Hired 20 additional police officers and expanded emergency response capabilities by acquiring one quint truck, two fire engines, and five ambulances.<br dir=\"auto\">- Improved Infrastructure: Invested in parks, streets, traffic improvements, ADA accessibility, and neighborhood beautification to enhance residents' quality of life.</p><p dir=\"auto\">Over the next four years, I will continue working to build a:<br dir=\"auto\">- Safe City – Strengthen public safety to keep our neighborhoods clean, secure, and welcoming.<br dir=\"auto\">- Vibrant City – Deliver responsive, customer-focused city services while supporting economic growth and community development.<br dir=\"auto\">- Proud City – Position West Covina as a premier destination for business, entertainment, education, and the arts.</p><p dir=\"auto\">Together, we can continue building a safe, strong, and vibrant West Covina.</p><p dir=\"auto\">Vote Tony Wu on November 3!</p><p dir=\"auto\"></p>","editTs":"2026-09-29T20:21:25.268201","language":"EN","status":4,"contestId":10529,"electionId":4348,"candidateId":26784,"publishedBy":69,"statementId":60695,"createdBy":69,"lastChangeBy":69,"publicCandidate":null}]