Councilwoman Denise Menchaca

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Councilwoman Denise Menchaca

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Elected in March 2017 & has the distinguished honor of being the first Latina to the San Gabriel City Council. Married with 4 children raised in SG.

www.sangabrielcity.com/1253/Denise-Menchaca

10/30/2026

Join us for this year’s Veterans Day Ceremony on Saturday, November 7 from 10-11 am at Plaza Park as we honor the courage, sacrifice and service of our veterans.

Last year, as Mayor, I had the privilege of honoring veterans from all walks of life, including our City Commissioners and members of the Gabrieleno Tongva community. Their stories remind us that service connects generations and cultures.

Thank you to the San Gabriel Veterans' Memorial Coalition and the Kiwanis Club of San Gabriel for their dedication to honoring our veterans.

Bring your family and join your neighbors in showing our veterans how much their service means to San Gabriel!

10/28/2026

📚🫟 Over 200 entries and so much creativity from our K-12 budding artists! I was delighted to judge San Gabriel Library’s annual Bookmark Contest. Thank you to our library for engaging our community and giving young talent a chance to shine! Good luck to all the participants!

🗳️REMINDER: Early voting is underway at San Gabriel Library, open daily through November 3. Don’t wait until the last minute. Stop by, cast your ballot, and make your voice heard!

10/28/2026

Big flavor comes in small places!

Chanos Drive-In brings a little old-school charm to East Las Tunas Drive and Muscatel. With Mexican favorites, Oaxacan specialties, and indoor and patio seating, it’s a casual spot to explore something new or enjoy your usual order.

Take a look inside with me, then stop by for a bite. Supporting our local businesses never tasted so good!

10/25/2026

Ten years of lifting Latina voices and opening doors to leadership. I was proud to attend Latinas Lead California’s 10 Years of Impact celebration.

Since 2016, LLCA has supported more than 350 candidates across 26 counties. I am honored to be one of the 65 candidates endorsed this election cycle.

As San Gabriel’s first Latina councilwoman and mayor, I know how much representation matters. Congratulations on a decade of impact and continued investment in Latina leadership and California’s future.

10/24/2026

I’m proud to have Mayor Henry Lo’s endorsement. Henry has supported my re-election since day one and is the elected official I’ve worked with the longest during my time in public service. We began working together in 2005 while serving on our school boards.

Currently Mayor of Monterey Park and president of the Chinese American Citizens Alliance–LA Lodge, Henry is also a former Garvey School Board member and a strong champion for so many causes in our communities. He speaks his mind fearlessly, even when others disagree, and stands firm in his commitment to equality and inclusion for all.

I am grateful for his friendship and continued support and for our shared commitment to building stronger communities.

10/22/2026

Let’s talk public education. 📚 🏫 🎓

My children and I are proud products of public schools. After eight years on the San Gabriel Unified School District Board, I remain committed to strengthening public education so every student can thrive, regardless of family income or where they live.

I was honored to join friends and teachers in supporting Richard Barrera for California Superintendent of Public Instruction. He brings 18 years of school board experience.

At the local level, I support Cecilia Keffer, the only candidate endorsed by the San Gabriel Teachers Association. You may vote for up to three candidates.

10/22/2026

There’s a story around every corner in San Gabriel. From the Mission Playhouse and Mini Missions to our museums and historic homes, our city offers so much history to explore.

I’ve enjoyed highlighting these special places and the people who keep their stories alive. Our future San Gabriel Veterans Memorial will provide a lasting tribute to those who served.

Preserving our history and honoring service connects generations. Take a closer look. You might discover something new about the place we call home.

10/21/2026

From classrooms to community connections, Marshall Park shows what working together can accomplish!

Through a partnership between San Gabriel and the Garvey School District, the former Marshall Elementary School campus was repurposed to serve our community in new ways. Enjoy basketball, the playground, a walk, or a picnic. The campus also houses a police satellite office for our traffic division and Marshall Early Education Center, where Early Head Start supports our youngest learners.

Stop by and discover all that Marshall Park offers!

10/19/2026

Big futures start with strong foundations. I celebrated the grand opening of the first Kumon Math & Reading Center in the City of San Gabriel (123 E. Valley Blvd., Suite 104).

Congratulations to owner Christopher Cruz and his team on helping children strengthen their skills, build confidence, and reach their potential. Welcome to San Gabriel.

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San Gabriel, CA

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https://www.denisemenchaca.com/

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