Communication from Cerritos Mayor Frank Yokoyama
In the vibrant city of Cerritos, California, the City Council has been busy recognising achievements and honours within the community.
During a recent meeting, the 2024-2025 Division IV State Champion Girls Basketball team from Whitney High School was celebrated for their remarkable victory. This is the first State Championship in Whitney High School's history and just the second for a team from the ABC Unified School District.
The City Council also presented a proclamation to the Cerritos Girls Intermediate All-Stars Youth Basketball team, who won the Southern California Municipal Athletic Federation (SCMAF) Open "A" Division Championship. These recognitions highlight the city's commitment to supporting and celebrating local sports achievements.
Community member Jeffrey Nishida was also honoured for his exceptional service. He raised an impressive $6,000 to help stock the cabinet with first aid supplies and emergency food rations at Ronald McDonald House Orange County. Jeffrey worked alongside 20 scouts and adults, dedicating 250 hours of service to this project.
The practice of recognising others in Cerritos dates back several years. City Proclamations are formal public statements, commissioned by government entities, and the City of Cerritos presents them to honour individuals, teams, and community groups.
However, the process for receiving a proclamation or certificate in the City of Cerritos is not publicly detailed on the official or affiliated websites. To obtain this information, it is recommended to contact the City Clerk’s office or visit the official City of Cerritos website, where they usually provide guidelines, request forms, instructions, and contact information for such requests.
In other news, the Cerritos City Council appointed Naresh Solanki as Mayor, making him the first Indian-American Mayor of Cerritos. Despite this change, the council continues to prioritise community engagement and working towards common goals.
The meeting saw a minor controversy when outgoing Mayor Mark Pulido left in protest of the decision not to reappoint Frank Yokoyama as Planning Commissioner. Council-member Cho argued in favour of Yokoyama's reappointment, but the motion was not successful.
The Cerritos City Council dedicates time nearly every meeting to this tradition of recognising and honouring their community members, demonstrating their unwavering commitment to the people of Cerritos.
- The City Council in Cerritos, California, is planning to discuss community news, such as upcoming events, including sports events like the annual Cerritos Youth Soccer Tournament, during their next meeting.
- In addition to recognizing sports achievements, the City Council is also considering creating a platform for community members to share news about local events and initiatives, fostering an even closer-knit community.
