Guzmán enters the District 4 race

Monica Guzmán, who is a familiar face around City Hall due to her long-standing community advocacy, has declared her candidacy for the District 4 City Council seat. “Citywide, Austin residents have asked if I’m running for council,” said Guzmán in her press release. “Community voices have been and are being silenced; there is a critical need for transparency, accountability, and centering residents in planning and policy making processes. District 4 needs a council member who is rooted in community, represents their constituency, and ensures decisions large and small are resident-centered.” She went on to say that Eastern Crescent residents are looking for more effective leadership when it comes to things like “affordability, displacement/gentrification, education, climate resiliency/disaster preparedness, and economic stability.” Guzmán was the runner-up in the 2022 election won by Council Member Chito Vela, who intends to keep his position. Jade Lovera, who also ran against Vela, is running again this year.