Palacio Podcast
Mariela Salgado Is Running for LB City Council “Because It’s Necessary”
Mariela Salgado is one of eight candidates competing for the November 5th special election for the District One council seat vacated by Lena Gonzalez. Mariela Salgado started her career by working for a community-based non-profit organization. She managed and developed business assistance programs, organizational partnerships, and small business clients. When asked why she’s running for the council seat, her response is simple.
“Because it’s necessary.”
Salgado has a long list of concerns that she discusses in the podcast as well as on her website HERE. According to Mariela Salado, some of those concerns include “Over 46% of our children live in poverty.” She points to high rates of poverty in the district for African-American and Latino populations. Salgado calls the First District “park-poor with the highest concentration of pollutants.”
“For me, it’s about championing and being the strong voice that our first district needs.”
Mariela Salgado sat down with PalacioMagazine.com to discuss her campaign and the three priority issues she believes need to be addressed in the First District.
The other candidates running in the November 5th Special election are Shelbyrae Black, Joe Ganem, Elliot Gonzales, Shirley Huling, Ray Morquecho, Misi Tagaloa, and Mary Zendejas. For more information on the candidates, visit the Long Beach City Clerk’s website HERE.
Mariela Salgado Vision Statement
“Long Beach has experienced an economic resurgence over the past several years, but it has also neglected entire communities. That’s why I believe the pathway towards prosperity is through equitable growth – with inclusion, access and economic opportunity at the forefront. As your Councilwoman, I will be a strong, independent voice at City Hall on your behalf. I will work towards taking a multi-faceted approach to our affordable housing crisis and those experiencing homelessness. This is a City-wide issue in which we all have to take part in. I’m a strong believer in investing in our youth, as such, I will increase support for early childhood education and youth workforce development. I will tackle unemployment rates by supporting small businesses and building new partnerships with educational institutions and growing industries to promote new investment and economic opportunities. And, I will utilize a collaborative-based approach to empower neighborhoods – and sustain their efforts and build a more equitable city that celebrates our diversity. Lastly, I intend to keep our government honest by promoting transparency and accountability. I am a public servant and here to serve you.”
For more information on her vision statement and campaign, visit www.votemarielasalgado.com.
Meet the Candidate
“Mariela Salgado started her career by working for a community-based non-profit organization. She managed and developed business assistance programs, organizational partnerships, and small business clients. By implementing new initiatives, she increased consultative services for local businesses and entrepreneurs by 150%. Shortly after the recession, she pursued her Master’s degree with an emphasis in Finance at Pepperdine’s Graziadio School of Business and then went onto leading projects and programs for a Fortune 500 company across the US. Today, Salgado runs her family-operated floor care company serving Long Beach. As a small business owner, she understands the importance of giving back to her community. She currently serves as a Parks & Rec City Commissioner and Chairs the Park Usage Committee. She is a Signal Hill Chamber of Commerce Member, Long Beach Unified School District School Site Representative and Edison Elementary School Site Council Member. In 2011, Salgado was also awarded a Certificate of Recognition for her non-profit work by Councilmember Tony Cardenas. Her business has been awarded Best of Long Beach and Best Small Business 2018. It has also been recognized for its service and commitment to Long Beach by U.S. Congressman Alan Lowenthal, State Senator Ricardo Lara, Mayor Robert Garcia, and Councilwoman Lena Gonzalez. Salgado has also been an active member of the following organizations: Long Beach Convention Visitor’s Bureau (LBCVB), Long Beach Commercial Real Estate Council (LBCREC), Long Beach Early Childhood Committee (LBECE), National Latina Business Women Association (NLBWA), National Association of Residential Property Managers (NARPM), Apartment Association, California Southern Cities (AACSC 2018). Her broad network and work experience provide a unique perspective to move Long Beach forward as a leader in education and business expansion, retention and growth.” Read more HERE.
