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2026 Whittier Chamber of Commerce Candidates Forum - City Council District 4

0:00 - Opening & Introductions 0:21 - Felipe Longoria - Opening Statement 0:42 - Running for Change & Community 1:25 - Aida Macedo - Opening Statement 1:51 - Top Issues: Government, Safety, Smart Growth 3:00 - Background & Experience 3:20 - Fernando Dutra - Opening Statement 4:04 - Vision for Safety & Prosperity 5:01 - Metro Board & Affordable Housing 5:37 - Question 1: What motivates you to run and what are your top three priorities? 6:07 - Aida: Frustration with City Response 6:50 - Top Three Priorities 8:00 - Fernando: Experience & Development 8:58 - Business Background 9:38 - Felipe: Local Leadership Matters 10:14 - Community Service & Values 10:54 - Top Three Priorities: Homelessness, Traffic, Business Support 11:39 - Question 2: How can the city address homelessness while supporting local businesses? 12:04 - Fernando: Navigation Center & Infrastructure 13:01 - Whittier Boulevard & Business Support 13:43 - Felipe: Compassion & Accountability 15:00 - Clear Expectations & Public Spaces 15:22 - Investment & Business Growth 15:44 - Streamlining Processes 15:56 - Aida: Public Safety & Economic Vitality 16:21 - Measure W Funding Questions 17:13 - Community Disenfranchisement 17:54 - Need for Innovation 18:06 - Question 3: How will you collaborate with legislators and regional partners? 18:22 - Felipe: Digital Marketing & Shop Local 20:00 - Supporting Local Businesses 20:28 - Aida: State & Federal Collaboration 21:12 - Business Struggles & Support Programs 21:50 - Property Owner Challenges 22:38 - Fernando: Working with Legislators 22:59 - Free Broadband & Circuit Funding 23:29 - Small Business Background 24:00 - Metro Board Leadership 24:31 - Legislative Experience 24:38 - Audience Questions 25:05 - Audience Q1: What is the one issue you would leave completely unaddressed? 26:00 - Aida: All Issues Important 27:10 - Fernando: Budget Management 27:44 - Measure W Success 28:29 - Felipe: Car Wash Development 29:15 - Audience Q2: How would you address infrastructure for homeowners (streets, water, electricity)? 29:37 - Fernando: Streets & Infrastructure 30:30 - Maintaining Properties 30:50 - Felipe: Audit Your Bills 31:26 - Verify Smart Meters 31:57 - Aida: Aging Population & Affordability 32:24 - Rising Costs & Creative Solutions 33:12 - Closing Remarks 33:35 - Felipe: Respect & Service 34:11 - Edward Scissorhands Mention 34:24 - Aida: Trust & Transparency 35:00 - Budget Accountability 35:29 - Representing Residents 35:59 - Fernando: Raising Family in Whittier 36:03 - Experience & Regional Respect 36:29 - Getting Things Done 37:00 - Forum Conclusion 2026 Whittier City Council Candidates Forum - City Council District 4 🗓️ Tuesday, March 3, 2026 ⏰ 5:30 PM 📍 Whittier Community Theatre 7630 Washington Ave. Whittier, CA 90602 General Municipal Election - April 14, 2026. Ballots go out on March 16, 2026. In this forum hosted by Whittier Chamber of Commerce, candidates vying for District 4 answer questions posed by audience members submitted in advance, getting a chance to tell voters what they would do if elected. More about Aida Macedo: Over the years, Aida has worked as a civil litigator, policy advisor, and advocate focused on supporting working families, small businesses, and community nonprofits. Her work has been recognized across California, earning multiple honors from bar associations and the prestigious Marshall Memorial Fellowship. Today, Aida is running for Whittier City Council in District 4 to bring fresh leadership, integrity, and accountability to City Hall. She is committed to keeping Whittier safe, welcoming, and full of opportunity where every family has the chance to thrive. #Whittier #WhittierCA #LocalElections #District4 #ReformWhittier #AidaMacedo #CommunityFirst