Why Downey Said 'No' to the YMCA

In this episode of Talking Downey, former Mayor Mario Guerra and Councilmember Horacio Ortiz discuss key developments in Downey, including: 🔹 Public Safety: Hiring more police officers and honoring first responders. 🔹 Tough Council Decisions: Declining additional YMCA funding to maintain fiscal responsibility. 🔹 Community Improvements: Park upgrades, beautification projects, and tackling abandoned vehicles. 🔹 Business Growth: Attracting diverse businesses, including Round One and Bruce’s Paws arcade. 🔹 Youth Entrepreneurship: Promoting Lemonade Day to teach kids about business. 🔹 Council Unity: A more collaborative approach to city leadership. Exciting times ahead for Downey!