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Hello|Hola

 
 

I am a mother, a wife and daughter of working-class immigrants who came to America because they believed deeply in democracy and opportunity. I was born and raised on the eastside of Columbus where my family still lives today. My love for this community inspires me to raise my own daughters in the same neighborhood where I grew up.

Like so many in our city, I had to quickly learn to navigate systems that were not built for me or my family's needs. I have dedicated my life's work to looking for new ways to provide access and opportunity to all, understand how to change systems so they work for everyone and bring all voices to the table to work collaboratively to address the needs of those who too often can get left behind.

As a member of the Columbus City Council I look forward to working in partnership with you to continue to strengthen our city and to keep the needs and opportunities of our families and people at the center of our growth as a city. I know that the challenges that we face as a community can be addressed if we empower everyday people like you and me.

All politics is local It’s the change you want to see on your street and in your neighborhood. It’s about opportunity for you, your family and friends. So how does the city council help you do that?

City Council creates legislation that effects how you live, work and play.

City Council adopts the city’s annual operating and capital budgets.

City Council helps to decide on city codes and contracts.

City Council establishes policy for land use through its zoning powers.

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“As a first generation American she understands the immigrant experience and works alongside our new American communities and advocates for them. I have watched her hold our city leaders accountable and call on our leaders to Stan up and do what is right.” - De’Juan Stevens, VP, Central Ohio Young Black Democrats


“She is a megaphone that amplifies the voices of the unheard, the ignored, and those that need the most support in Columbus. Women of color, Columbus City School children, low-income families, immigrants and more” - Stephanie Cedeño, Non-profit leader


“She has demonstrated her commitment to our community through her work empowering our youth, mentoring women of color and advocating for our community. I have witnessed Lourdes show up and stand in solidarity with so many of our diverse communities.” - Lihn Ta, Educator and community advocate 

 

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