Patsy Ayala has recently declared candidacy for the 2024 City Council District One Election. 

City of Santa Clarita Planning Commissioner Patsy Ayala has recently declared candidacy for the 2024 City Council District 1 election. 

“I am committed to elevating services for families, ensuring public safety, and driving essential infrastructure improvements. I have a deep understanding of our city’s dynamics and will get things done for our families and their futures. I can be the voice of Canyon Country and Newhall in that I have been part of these communities for many years,” Ayala said. 

Ayala’s candidacy brings a wealth of experience to the office, according to officials. 

A resident of Santa Clarita for 23 years, Ayala’s impressive track record includes her current role as a Planning Commissioner for the City of Santa Clarita in addition to her leadership as Chairperson of the Latino Business Alliance, an important arm of the SCV Chamber of Commerce. 

Ayala has served as a key member on the staff of State Senator Scott Wilk and former Assemblymember Suzette Valladares. 

Ayala worked as a manager for General Electric and has successfully operated her own business, added officials. 

The business owner has been deeply involved in various local organizations including the Homeless Task Force and Tourism Councils in addition to other community groups. 

Ayala has received numerous accolades,which includes being recognized as the 2013 Woman of the Year for the California Senate 21st District and the 2023 Hispanic Community Leader by Senator Scott Wilk. 

Ayala holds a bachelor’s degree in computer management systems from Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey (ITESM). 

Complementing her academic achievements, Ayala has received certificates of study in marketing from Wharton School of Business and in politics from Yale University.

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