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Endorsements Are A Resounding Show Of Confidence For Long Beach’s Economic Future And Current Leadership

LONG BEACH, CA – The campaign to Re-Elect Councilmember Mary Zendejas for Long Beach City Council District One today announced a surge of key support from the city’s leading business organizations, securing the endorsements of the Long Beach Chamber of Commerce PAC and the BizFedPAC (Los Angeles County Business Federation Political Action Committee).

The endorsements signal significant momentum for the campaign as they kick off 2026, uniting the business community behind Councilmember Zendejas’s strong leadership, focus on public safety, and dedication to economic vitality in the district and across the city.

“I am deeply honored to receive the endorsements from both the Long Beach Chamber of Commerce PAC and BizFedPAC,” said Councilmember Mary Zendejas. “Throughout my term, I have worked hard to listen to our local entrepreneurs, address the challenges they face, and create a climate where businesses of all sizes can thrive. This endorsement affirms that we are successfully building the consensus needed to strengthen our economy, address public safety, and deliver real results for the residents of District One.”

The Long Beach Chamber of Commerce PAC, representing nearly 1,000 members and over 77,000 employees, cited the Councilmember’s track record and dedication to a strong local economy as critical factors.

"The Long Beach Area Chamber of Commerce is happy to endorse Councilmember Mary Zendejas for re-election. She has proven pivotal in advancing Downtown Long Beach's economic vitality by championing entertainment zones and bolstering downtown's reputation as a tourist destination. We look forward to continuing this critical partnership as we work together to reduce crime, improve public safety, and support all businesses in District 1."

– Long Beach Chamber of Commerce Political Action Committee

BizFedPAC, which unites over 240 business organizations representing more than 420,000 employers across Southern California, emphasized Councilmember Zendejas’s role as a regional leader and her ability to deliver on core business needs.

“BizFedPAC sees Councilmember Zendejas as an ally for Long Beach and the greater Los Angeles County region. Her re-election is vital to maintaining momentum on key priorities, such as building new housing stock and creating solutions to end homelessness. She is a pragmatic voice on the City Council, and her dedication to fiscal responsibility makes her a solid choice for the business community. We are enthusiastic about her re-election and fully committed to her campaign.”

– Jerad Wright, President, BizFed PAC

The wave of business support highlights the growing and unified coalition behind Councilmember Zendejas, including: 

Elected Officials

• Robert Garcia, United States Congressman (CA42)

• Lena Gonzalez, California State Senator (SD33) & Chair, California Legislative Latino Caucus

• Josh Lowenthal, California State Assembly Speaker Pro Tem (AD69)

• Rex Richardson, Mayor - City of Long Beach

• Roberto Uranga, Vice Mayor - City of Long Beach and Councilmember (Dist 7)

• Cindy Allen, Long Beach City Councilmember (Dist 2)

• Megan Kerr, Long Beach City Councilmember (Dist 5)

• Dr. Suely Saro, Long Beach City Councilmember (Dist 6)

• Tunua Thrash-Ntuk, Long Beach Councilmember (Dist 8)

• Dr. Joni Ricks-Oddie, Long Beach City Councilmember (Dist 9)

• Uduak-Joe Ntuk, Long Beach City College Trustee (Dist 1)

• Vivian Malauulu, Long Beach City College Trustee (Dist 2)

• Dr. Ennette Morton, Long Beach City College Trustee (Dist 4)

• Doug Otto, Long Beach Unified School Board Member (Dist. 4)

• Irma Archuleta, Long Beach City College Trustee (Ret.)

• Herlinda Chico, Long Beach City College Trustee (Ret.)

• Tonia Reyes Uranga, Long Beach City Councilmember (Ret.)

Organizations

• Apartment Association of California Southern California

• IBEW Local 11

• IBEW Local 47

• International Union of Operating Engineers Local 12

• Long Beach Firefighters Association, Local 372

• Long Beach Police Officers Association

• Los Angeles/Orange Counties Building & Construction Trades Council

• Laborers Local 1309

• Southern California Pipe Trades District Council 16

• Plumbers Local Union No. 78

• UA Local 250

• United Food & Commercial Workers Union Local 324

• Western States Regional Council of Carpenters
  

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