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Martin Paz and Sergio Hernandez appointed to La Puente planning commission after interviews
Summary
Following interviews of three applicants, the council appointed Martin (Marty) Paz (4 votes) and Sergio Hernandez (3 votes) to two planning-commission seats; Charlie Chavez received one vote and was encouraged to stay engaged.
After interviewing three candidates for two open seats on the La Puente Planning Commission, the city council appointed Martin (Marty) Paz and Sergio Hernandez.
Candidate Martin Paz (speaker 8), an incumbent who said he has served about four years, told the council, “I’m here to help the people and to try to help them build something,” and emphasized expanding R-2 zoning to allow additional housing opportunities. Sergio Hernandez (speaker 9) highlighted his three years of planning-commission experience and raised concerns about housing affordability and vacant parcels as redevelopment opportunities. Charlie Chavez (speaker 10) described his work with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department and interest in improving building facades and business vitality.
Council used written ballots and staff tallied the results: Charlie Chavez received 1 vote, Sergio Hernandez received 3 votes, and Martin Paz received 4 votes. Based on the highest totals, the council appointed Martin Paz and Sergio Hernandez to the two available seats and thanked all applicants for participating.
The council encouraged the candidate who was not selected to remain involved in city efforts and noted future civic opportunities. The appointments take effect immediately, and staff will complete any formal onboarding required for planning commissioners.
