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Orange City Council Candidate Statements

Candidate statements for the 2024 Orange City Council election. (listed in the order of the Orange County Registrar of Voters website). There are 3 candidates running unopposed for 3 open city council member seats.

The General Election will be held in the City of Orange on Tuesday, November 5, 2024.

2024 Orange City Council Candidates:

Orange City Council, District 1

No election this year.

Orange City Council, District 2

  • Jon Dumitru

Orange City Council, District 3

  • Kathy Tavoularis

Orange City Council, District 4

No election this year.

Orange City Council, District 5

  • Ana Gutierrez

Orange City Council, District 6

No election this year.

City of Orange Candidate Statements

City of Orange, City Council, District 2

Jon Dumitru
Councilmember District 2

Born and raised in the City of Orange, it is an honor and privilege to be your neighbor and serve as your District 2 Councilmember.

I led efforts to increase police officers patrolling in District 2. These efforts have led to significant reductions in crime and Orange County Sheriff Don Barnes endorsed my re-election because of our successful results.

I am proud of my collaboration with US Congressman Lou Correa to fund and construct a new park in District 2, the first since 1975. I will continue to explore new and innovative ways to create additional new parks for our children.

With 29 years of service with the Orange County Fire Authority I possess unmatched experience in public safety. My commitment to your safety and improved paramedic services has gained the endorsement of our City of Orange Firefighters for my re-election.

I am consistently working towards the expansion of businesses and the creation of new jobs. My efforts have earned the endorsement of the Orange County Business Council.

Mayor Dan Slater endorsed my re-election because of my dedication to making tomorrow better than yesterday and ensuring that Orange remains the best city to live, work, and raise a family.

I humbly request your vote.

For information, please visit www.jondumitru.com

City of Orange, City Council, District 3

Kathy Tavoularis
Orange City Council Member, District 3

My parents and I immigrated to the United States when I was a child, and we found a welcoming community here in Orange. I’ve lived in what’s now Orange District 3 for 43 years. I’m a product of the Orange Unified School District, attending Taft Elementary School, Peralta Junior High School, and Villa Park High School, and went on to graduate from California State University, Long Beach.

I launched my own small business right here in Orange District 3 nearly two decades ago. I’m involved in our community: Orange Community Foundation, Orange Elks, Orange Chamber of Commerce, and Orange Women’s Club.

Since becoming your Councilwoman in 2021, I’ve delivered results:

  • Led approval of new police officers
  • Added an additional rescue ambulance
  • Secured $2.6 million in regional funding to improve Riverdale Avenue
  • Replaced the deteriorating brick wall by the Santa Ana River with a fence to open up a new river view for residents
  • Advocated for a Veterans’ Cemetery northeast of Orange
  • Added new code enforcement to clean up graffiti and reduce illegal street vendors

As your Councilwoman, I’ll continue to fight for you by:

  • Strengthening public safety
  • Reducing homelessness
  • Improve our roads
  • Ensuring community participation in the Orange Mall’s future

I’ve earned endorsements from Orange City Firefighters, Orange County Taxpayers Association, Orange County Business Council, Crime Survivors, Orange County Sheriff Don Barnes, Orange Mayor Dan Slater; and Orange Councilmembers Denis Bilodeau, Jon Dumitru, and John Gyllenhammer.

I respectfully ask for your vote. kathytavoularis.com

City of Orange, City Council, District 5

Ana Gutierrez
City of Orange Councilwoman/Teacher

I’m honored to be elected the first Councilwoman for District 5 and first Latina on Orange’s City Council from the El Modena barrio.

My passion for the 5th District stems from living in the same home and neighborhood for 57 years. A product of Orange Unified School District having graduated from El Modena High School, my husband and I are raising our children who also attend school in OUSD. I earned a BA in International Business and MS in Educational Leadership from California State University Fullerton and have been working as an elementary school teacher in the Santa Ana Unified School District for 27 years.

As your Councilwoman, I’ve been getting things done:

  • Added more police and firefighters
  • Strengthened code enforcement
  • Advocated for park amenities (skatepark and restroom)
  • Championed transparency and community input at City Hall

If re-elected, I’ll:

  • Maintain public safety and support Orange Police and Fire
  • Address homelessness with both services and enforcement
  • Preserve historical resources and open spaces
  • Grow our city responsibly and protect our neighborhoods
  • Continue fighting Sacramento’s overreach in local land use

My record and experience have earned me endorsements from Orange’s trusted leaders: Orange City Firefighters, Congressmember Lou Correa, Supervisor Vicente Sarmiento, Assemblymember Avelino Valencia, and Senator Josh Newman. I humbly ask for your vote on or before November 5th.

AnaforOrange.net

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