South Gate council highlights new hires and promotions; presents in memoriam for Ortensia Corrales

The South Gate City Council used part of its meeting to introduce a slate of new and promoted full‑time employees covering November and December 2024 and to present an in memoriam for longtime resident Ortensia Corrales.

Mayor (unnamed) read a remembrance of Ortensia Corrales, noting her family ties, community involvement at South Gate Park and Recreation, and role as a homeowner in the city. "On behalf of the city of South Gate, I will present you with this in memoriam," the speaker said, adding that council members would adjourn in tribute.

The meeting then shifted to employee introductions under an agenda item described as a consideration to "receive and file" a list of new and promoted full‑time employees for November and December 2024. City staff introduced hires and promotions across Community Development, Engineering and the Police…