IN THE COUNTY LEGISLATURE OF JACKSON COUNTY, MISSOURI
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A RESOLUTION congratulating Theresa Garza on the occasion of her historic election as the first Latina on the Raytown Board of Aldermen.
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RESOLUTION NO. 21271, May 9, 2023
INTRODUCED BY DaRon McGee and Manuel Abarca IV, County Legislators
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WHEREAS, Theresa Garza, a proud graduate of Raytown South High School, was recently elected as the representative of Ward 4 of the Raytown Board of Aldermen, making history as the first Latina to serve as alderman; and,
WHEREAS, Theresa brings a wealth of experience and education to her new role, having served with distinction in the United States Navy, earned a bachelor's degree in criminal justice and history from the University of Missouri - Kansas City and a master's degree in public administration from Park University, and served in elective office on the Jackson County Legislature, including a year as Vice Chair in 2014; and,
WHEREAS, Theresa has pledged to focus on core services, public safety, and economic opportunity during her term, recognizing the importance of improving infrastructure and providing reliable services to residents, as well as supporting working families, maintaining clean, safe parks and neighborhoods, and connecting residents to public health and social services; and,
WHEREAS, Theresa's experience in the private sector, including economic development work with a local utility, has prepared her well for her new role, providing her with the skills necessary to attract new private investment and maintain strong oversight of the city's finances; and,
WHEREAS, Theresa's dedication to public service and her commitment to the community are evident in her numerous honors and awards, including being named as one of the Kansas City Business Journal's "Women Who Mean Business" for 2021, receiving the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Nuestra Latina Award, and earning the National Women's Leadership Council - KC Chapter Emerging Leader ...
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