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Role and Function
Pursuant to the City of Chula Vista Charter § 600 and Municipal Code Chapter 2.39, the Veterans Advisory Commission provides advice to the City Council on matters directly relating to veterans. Sample duties include: promoting and assisting the City on Veteran's Day or Memorial Day observations and other events; encouraging and promoting patriotism and interest in flag etiquette and display; studying future needs of veterans, such as veterans' homes and halls; providing a forum to discuss issues relating to military veterans; and formulating and recommending a City position and endorsement regarding proposed legislation affecting veterans and military personnel.
The Commission is composed of seven members appointed to staggered four-year terms. As listed below, all terms expire on June 30th of the year. Click here to APPLY for the Commission
Commission Members
Member | District | Appointment Criteria | Term Expires |
Tanya Williams | 3 | At-Large | 2028 |
Nimpa Akana (Chair) | 3 | At-Large | 2026 |
Anthony Stewart | 2 | At-Large | 2026 |
Lynne Pine | 2 | At-Large | 2025 |
Elmer Jimenez | 3 | At-Large | 2027 |
Ricardo Nava | 1 | At-Large | 2028 |
Francia Castro | 2 | At-Large | 2025 |
Regular Meetings
Date: | Third Wednesday of each month |
Time: | 6:00 p.m. |
Location: | Chula Vista Fire Department Conference Room #B111, 2nd Floor 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, CA 91910 |
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