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South Gate council names Joshua Barone mayor, Al Rios vice mayor; outgoing Mayor Maria Davila honored
Summary
After public comments and unanimous council votes, the South Gate City Council selected Joshua Barone as mayor and Al Rios as vice mayor, administered oaths of office, and presented a plaque recognizing outgoing Mayor Maria Davila’s year of service.
Joshua Barone was sworn in as mayor of South Gate on Dec. 9, 2025 after a council vote following public comment and formal nomination. The council also appointed Al Rios as vice mayor and administered oaths of office to the newly selected leaders.
The council opened the reorganization item by reading that the body would nominate and select a mayor and vice mayor for one-year terms. Council members agreed to hear public comment before the vote; several residents and community leaders urged support for Barone, citing his volunteer work and community ties. Liz Reese said she had ‘‘seen his interaction with…
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