Cerritos Mayor celebrates transparency with new social media comment feature

City Council members celebrated a significant milestone in transparency during the July 10, 2025 meeting, highlighting the successful State of the City event and the recent enhancement of communication channels with residents.

Council member Hong expressed gratitude for the positive feedback received from the community regarding the State of the City address, which attracted an impressive 325 attendees at the Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts. "It means a lot to me that the residents and our employees and our businesses want to be informed and engaged," Hong stated, emphasizing the importance of community involvement.

In a notable development, the city announced that as of July 9, 2025, comments are now enabled on the City of Cerritos' social media platforms. This change marks a significant step towards greater transparency and open communication between the city and its residents. "Congratulations, residents. The city of Cerritos is more transparent and more open to communication," Hong declared, celebrating this long-awaited improvement.

The meeting also recognized key staff members for their contributions, including representatives from community development and the city clerk's office, who played vital roles in managing the public comment period and ensuring the meeting's success.

As Cerritos moves forward, the council's commitment to fostering community engagement and transparency remains a top priority, promising a more connected future for its residents.