
ENDORSEMENTS

“Barri Worth Girvan is a lifelong Valley resident who knows what it takes to deliver real results—whether it’s keeping neighborhoods safe and clean, strengthening our local economy, or making government more effective and accountable. She’s a coalition builder with experience at both the state and local levels, ready to be a strong voice for the Valley at City Hall. I’m proud to support Barri because she will show up for the community, especially in times of need, and work tirelessly for lasting change.”
-Lindsey P. Horvath, Los Angeles County Supervisor, District 3

“Barri is smart, effective, and deeply committed to our community. She has worked tirelessly to ensure that Valley residents get the funding and services that we deserve and I am confident that she will be an engaged and effective advocate for our community. I am proud to endorse Barri for L.A. City Council.”
-Jesse Gabriel, C.A. Assemblymember, AD 46

“I've known Barri for more than ten years and have worked with her throughout her career in public service. She cares deeply for her community and works tenaciously to solve problems with sensible solutions. As a Trustee for the largest community college district in the state, I have had the privilege of partnering with her on a variety of issues and she has always prioritized equitable access to public K-12 and higher education with the understanding that this is the key pathway to good jobs, upward mobility and rebuilding the middle class across our communities. I cannot think of a better person to serve the families, individuals and businesses of Council District 3.”
-Andra Hoffman, Second Vice President
L.A. Community College District Board of Trustees
ELECTED OFFICIALS
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Ben Allen, State Senate, SD 24
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Rick Chavez Zbur, Assembly Democratic Caucus Chair and Assemblymember AD 51
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Jesse Gabriel, State Assembly, AD 46
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Mike Fong, State Assemblymember, AD 49
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Jeffrey Prang, Los Angeles County Assessor
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Lindsey Horvath, Los Angeles County Supervisor, 3rd District
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Nick Melvoin, LAUSD Board Member
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Andra Hoffman, Los Angeles Community College Board of Trustees, representing West San Fernando Valley
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Nichelle Henderson, Los Angeles Community College Board of Trustees
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Alicia Weintraub, Calabasas City Councilmember and former Mayor
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Deborah Klein Lopez, Agoura Hills Councilmember
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Jeremy Wolf, Mayor Pro Tempore, City of Agoura Hills
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David Shapiro, Councilmember and Former Mayor, City of Calabasas
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Ed Albrecht, Councilmember, City of Calabasas
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Anthony Rendon, former CA State Assembly Speaker
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Mike Gatto, former CA State Assemblymember, AD 43
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Lloyd Levine, former CA State Assemblymember, AD 40
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Paul Koretz, former Los Angeles City Councilmember
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Joe Buscaino, former Los Angeles City Councilmember
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David Ryu, former Los Angeles City Councilmember
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Joy Picus, Former Los Angeles City Councilmember

"Barri has the experience and work ethic to provide the leadership the City Council demands. I am very pleased to be supporting her for this position.”
-Joy Picus, Former L.A. City Council Member, CD3

"I have had the privilege of working alongside Barri Worth Girvan for years, and I’ve seen firsthand her dedication, tenacity, and ability to bring people together to create real change. She is a leader who listens, takes action, and never backs down from a challenge. Barri's deep understanding of our community’s needs and her commitment to fighting for a better Los Angeles make her exactly the kind of leader we need in city government."
-Alicia Weintraub, Calabasas City Councilmember

"I have worked with Barri Worth Girvan for years and have seen firsthand how dedicated she is to the City of Los Angeles, the West Valley, and its residents. I have seen her unwavering commitment, tireless work ethic, and deep passion for public service. She has the experience to make real change and hit the ground running. She is exactly the kind of leader Los Angeles needs. I am so excited to support her."
— Jeremy Wolf, Mayor Pro Tem, Agoura Hills
COMMUNITY LEADERS
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Jeanette Capaldi, LAPD Co-chair of the Community Police Advisory Board, Special events volunteer for SFV United Chambers of Commerce
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Stacy Gerlich, LAFD Battalion Chief, (Retired)
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Florine Goodman, Winnetka Chamber of Commerce & United Chambers of Commerce Board Member.
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Gloria Pollack, 2007 Fernando Award recipient. Former UCC events director
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Heather Boren, Woodland Hills business leader
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Evelyn Aleman, co-founder, L.A. River Walkers and Watchers
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Amy Lacina, Small business owner, Discovery School parent
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Jon Mann, Small business owner. Member of Woodland Hills - Tarzana Chamber of Commerce
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Jennifer Yale, Parent association co-president, Tarzana
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Rachel Behl, Small business owner
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Lauren Goodman, Small business owner, Woodland Hills
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Matt Epstein, Small business owner, Vitello’s restaurant
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Reina Cerros McCaughey, Government Relations Committee, Chair. Woodland Hills Neighborhood Council.
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David Phelps, Executive Vice President & Chair, Manufacturing Roundtable
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Jackie Pepper, Indivisible Westside Los Angeles steering committee member
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Rabbi Bill Kaplan, CEO, Shalom Institute
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Sandor Samuels and Dr. Claudia Samuels, Community members
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Michael Kapp, Member, DNC
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Damian and Blair Carroll, Community members
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Jayce Baron, Woodland Hills Neighborhood Council, Area, Homeless & Social Justice Advocacy Committee Chair
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Ellen Israel, Community member
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Nancy Volpert, Community member
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Kanchan Mattoo, Community member
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Jonathan Brand, Non-profit Executive Director
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Claudia Kerns, Small business owner, Tarzana
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Patti Jo Wolfson, Non-profit and neighborhood leader
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Shelley Rivlin, Community Leader
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Isabel Gerhardt, Tarzana Neighborhood Council Beautification Committee and former Board Member
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David Gerhardt, Tarzana Neighborhood Council Budget & Finance Committee Member
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Scott Roeb, small business owner, Tarzana
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Rabbi Joshua Aaronson, Senior Rabbi, Temple Judea, Tarzana
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Tracey Pomerance Poirer, Executive Board Member, Temple Judea
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Lynn Brandt, Board of Directors Vice President, Haven Hills
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Sue DuBrin, Valley community leader
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Kevin Taylor, past President Reseda Neighborhood Council
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Jon Mann, small business owner and member of the Woodland Hills Tarzana Chamber of Commerce
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Kevin M. Tamaki, past Chair, Valley Industry & Commerce Association (VICA)
*Titles and organization affiliation used for identification purposes only*
“Los Angeles is at a turning point, and the leadership we choose now will define our future. I’ve seen firsthand the impact of strong and dedicated leadership, and I know Barri Worth Girvan is exactly the kind of leader we need. She doesn’t just navigate government systems, she transforms them for the betterment of humanity. Her dedication isn’t just professional; it’s deeply personal. She leads with heart, vision, and an unwavering commitment to uplifting our communities. I believe in Barri, and I can’t wait to witness the change she will bring.”
-Jayce Baron, Woodland Hills Neighborhood Council, Area 3
Homeless & Social Justice Advocacy Committee Chair
"It times like these, Angelinos need leadership that is honest, transparent, and relevant. I am very pleased to support such a person in Barri Worth Girvan. She is exactly what we need moving forward to help rebuild LA. "
-Stacy Gerlich, LAFD Battalion Chief, (Retired)