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Vote Sí a la Proposición 50; detenga las redadas, proteja a nuestras familias

Vote Sí a la Proposición 50; detenga las redadas, proteja a nuestras familias

Nota del editor: Este artículo es una columna de opinión y no necesariamente refleja las opiniones de The SELA Sun. Ha sido editado por motivos de extensión y formato. Residentes de Bell Gardens, como su concejal, les insto a hacer oír su voz y votar SÍ a la Proposición 50.

By Jorgel Chavez 25 Oct 2025
Vote Yes on Prop. 50; stop the raids, protect our families

Vote Yes on Prop. 50; stop the raids, protect our families

Editor’s note: This article is an opinion piece and does not necessarily reflect the views of The SELA Sun. It has been edited for length and formatting. Bell Gardens residents, as your councilmember, I urge you to make your voice heard and vote YES on Proposition 50. Your vote

By Jorgel Chavez 25 Oct 2025
Mayor’s Update September 2025: Chavez urges Yes on Proposition 50

Mayor’s Update September 2025: Chavez urges Yes on Proposition 50

Hello BG residents, As we close out summer, I want to take a moment to recognize the importance of Labor Day, which we celebrated just a few days ago. This holiday has always been one of my favorites because it honors working people. Having organized alongside fast food workers, janitors,

By Jorgel Chavez 04 Sep 2025
Mayor’s Update July 2025: Bell Gardens joins immigration lawsuit

Mayor’s Update July 2025: Bell Gardens joins immigration lawsuit

Dear Bell Gardens neighbors, Let me start by saying this: the fear we’re feeling is real. And as your mayor, I refuse to stay silent. We are witnessing a deliberate ramping up of federal immigration enforcement that continues to violate the rights of our residents, divide families, and intimidate

By Jorgel Chavez 31 Jul 2025
‘In Our Home, We Protect Our People’: Mayor’s Update for June 2025

‘In Our Home, We Protect Our People’: Mayor’s Update for June 2025

Dear Bell Gardens community, What we are witnessing in our city—and across Southeast Los Angeles—is un-American. Recent immigration enforcement by the federal government—carried out in unmarked vehicles, ambushing residents at car washes, grocery stores, and even outside their homes—has left many of us shaken. Many of

By Jorgel Chavez 30 Jun 2025
Mayor's Update: May 2025

Mayor's Update: May 2025

Hello, Bell Gardens! As we say goodbye to May, I’m reflecting on a month full of heart, action, and community.  On Monday, we honored the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Memorial Day is a powerful reminder of the cost of freedom,

By Jorgel Chavez 28 May 2025
Mayor's Update: April 2025

Mayor's Update: April 2025

Hello, Bell Gardens residents! I hope you all had a joyful Easter! For those who celebrated, I hope your baskets were full and your hearts even fuller as you took time to reflect on renewal and new life.  This year’s holiday also came with sadness as we mourn the

By Jorgel Chavez 22 Apr 2025
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