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Councilors debate proposed congressional maps and regional transit ties; some support staying aligned with LA County partners
Summary
Council members discussed proposed congressional redistricting maps that could split Montclair across districts and the city's interest in stronger regional transit ties, including support for Gold Line expansion and working with neighboring jurisdictions for federal advocacy.
Council members spent an extended portion of the meeting discussing proposed congressional redistricting maps and how new lines could shift Montclair into a different configuration of federal representation.
One councilor noted that proposed maps could move Montclair into a district that extends west into portions of Los Angeles County and that the city might be represented by a different congressperson if the maps pass. "We are currently represented by Congresswoman Norma Torres...based on…
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