Latino Caucus Members Encourage Local Community Leaders and Local Elected Officials to Attend

 The California Latino Legislative Caucus, led by its chair, State Senator Gil Cedillo (D-Los Angeles), and vice chair, State Assemblymember Tony Mendoza (D-Norwalk), will visit San Diego on Tuesday, November 10th from 5:30pm to 7:00pm at El Vitral located at 815 J Street to present a Latino Leaders Reception.

 Key members of the Latino Caucus including, Assemblywoman Lori Saldaña and Assemblywoman Mary Salas, will be present to speak on the importance of civic engagement from members of the Latino community.

 The San Diego event is one of several being hosted by the Caucus throughout the state. Previous receptions have been held in Los Angeles, Fresno, San Jose, Salinas and the Inland Empire.

 “These events help to motivate individuals to take part in the political arena,” said Assemblymember Tony Mendoza. “Up and coming Latinos will be exposed to the goals and mission of the Caucus and be able to network with key policy makers at the local, county, state and federal level.”

 Attendees will also learn of upcoming events the Caucus priorities in 2010 and the importance of the Census.

 Attendees are encouraged to RSVP by contacting Armando Chavez at (916) 319-2056 or at ca.latinocaucus@gmail. com.