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District 1 appointment

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Last discussed Apr 7, 2026.

Public comments (6)

SupportiveJaime CruzApr 7, 2026

Therapist and friend endorsed Bataya's youth and family work.

City Council Meeting · 3:50:24 →
SupportiveGloria MelgarApr 7, 2026

Bataya's aunt praised his character and commitment to youth and affordable housing.

City Council Meeting · 3:51:29 →
SupportiveKarina BatayaApr 7, 2026

Bataya's wife described his belief that children are products of their environment and his commitment to opportunity.

City Council Meeting · 3:53:55 →
MixedGail McNeelyApr 7, 2026

Argued a special election is the best choice at $14,500; if appointing, suggested Diana Perez as a coalition-building pick.

City Council Meeting · 3:56:34 →
NeutralGary HallApr 7, 2026

Asked the council to pick an applicant sensitive to the needs of District 1's 650 mobile homes.

City Council Meeting · 4:00:17 →
SupportiveGabriel HernandezApr 7, 2026

Youth worker endorsed Bataya as a leader who shows up for the community.

City Council Meeting · 4:01:38 →