LA MIRADA CITY COUNCILMEMBER - DISTRICT 1

JOHN LEWIS, ESQ.

(714) 600-7878

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Anti-Street Racing Program Alternatives with Deputy LAPD Chief Al Labrada

About John

Grand Opening Chick Fil-A - Supporting Business

I am a proud resident of La Mirada for the past 31 years with my wife Alitza and my son, Zurich. Having lived in different sections of District 1 on both Foster Road and Tacuba Drive I have grown with this community and understand the distinct needs and issues of our district.

I have a unique local perspective on this community as I work, live, and serve the community.

BACKGROUND

Mayor of La Mirada, 2020-2021
Mayor Pro Tem, 2019-2020
Councilmember District 1, 2017-Present
I am a business owner in La Mirada for almost two decades, as an attorney and real estate broker
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9148, Auxiliary Member
Planning Commissioner, and Chairman, for the City, 2012-2017
A member of the La Mirada Chamber of Commerce
I have lived in two areas of District 1, on Foster Road and Tacuba Drive and understand the unique issues of this district

EDUCATION

Juris Doctorate of Law, Whittier Law School
Bachelor of Science, Business Management, Biola University
Associate in Arts, Criminal Justice, Cerritos College
Associate in Arts, Business, Golden West College

SERVICE TO THE COMMUNITY

La Mirada Rotary Club, Past President, assisting the families of our community with Annual "Clothes for Kids" program, charity food bank donations, providing meals to the underprivileged for Easter, Christmas and Thanksgiving, La Mirada High School scholarships, and other charity events and programs.

Councilmember, District 1, 2017-present

Vice Chairman (Past), La Mirada Charter City Commission
Member, La Mirada Mayor's Prayer Breakfast Commission
Trustee, Greater LA County Vector Control District
Member, Gateway Cities Council of Governments
Trustee, Southeast Area Social Services Funding Authority
Delegate, California Contract Cities Association

As the current City Councilmember for District 1, Mayor from 2020-2021, Mayor Pro Tem, and a former Planning Commissioner and Chairman, I am committed to making sure that businesses and homeowners move forward and prosper with the growth of the City.

I serve on City Council to ensure our district is at the forefront of the prosperity that thrives in the community and will use it to revitalize our City streets, parks, businesses and homes. Also I continue place public safety, financial responsibility, and business growth as essential steps to make it all happen, and I pledge to continue to make these my priorities.

As the past president, and current member of the Rotary Club of La Mirada, and Trustee of the Southeast Area Social Services Funding Authority (SASSFA), I have served the local community where I have seen the needs of the residents in this district. I have incorporated these priorities in the vision to grow District 1 for all the residents and businesses. My motto is "service above self", which I believe will continue to serve the residents of this great city.

As your neighbor, my door is always open to you. Just like I fight for my clients in court, I’ll fight for our district in council chambers.

I ask for your voteto continue to be Your voice in District 1 of La Mirada. A voice that echoes your concerns.

John with La Mirada Residents

John Lewis, Endorsed by Mayor Steve De Ruse

With Senator Archuleta and Captain Tatreau

With Supporters Supervisor Janice Hahn and Council

Honoring Our First Responders Who Serve the Community at the PALMS!

La Mirada District 1 Map

Rotary Club "Clothes for Kid's" Shopping Spree Event

Working with Senator Archuleta on Local Issues

My Values

Supporting Biola University with Sen. Archuleta and Dr. Corey

Public safety for all!

"Let us not seek the Republican answer or the Democratic answer, but the right answer."

John F. Kennedy

Grand Opening of El Tepeyac with Owners

Fighting for Public Safety Issues in the City

"The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy."

Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr.