Valley community leader launches with strong community support from key leaders, including Los Angeles County Supervisor Lindsey P. Horvath, Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel and Los Angeles Community College District Board Trustee, Andra Hoffman.
Los Angeles, CA- Today Barri Worth Girvan announced her campaign to represent the residents of the West San Fernando Valley in Los Angeles City Council District 3. In the wake of a devastating start to 2025 for the City of Los Angeles, Barri’s focus on how to make government work for people, is foundational to her two decades-long commitment to public service.
“City Hall must focus on what matters to the residents of the San Fernando Valley,” said Barri Worth Girvan, candidate for Los Angeles City Council District 3. “I am running to ensure safe, clean neighborhoods, a thriving economy throughout our region, and a government free from corruption that works for the people it represents. I am determined to bring sensible leadership and the Valley’s voice to City Hall,” she said.
Barri has secured key endorsements from leaders across the West San Fernando Valley and throughout Los Angeles, including Los Angeles County Supervisor for the third district, Lindsey P. Horvath, State Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel, former Los Angeles City Council Member Joy Picus, Los Angeles Community College District Board Trustee, Andra Hoffman and Co-founder of Los Angeles River Walkers and Watchers, Evelyn Aleman.
“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,” said Los Angeles County Supervisor Lindsey P. Horvath. “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.”
“Barri is smart, effective, and deeply committed to our community,” said Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel. “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.”
Leaders say Barri’s widespread community support is a testament to her leadership as a coalition builder. Dozens of neighborhood leaders, small business owners, labor leaders, nonprofit professionals, community advocates, friends and neighbors from across the West Valley have joined the campaign to elect Barri to City Council as a voice for the Valley.
“Barri has been a partner and supporter of our work along the upper L.A. River for the past few years. We appreciate her interest in our work, commitment to support efforts, and follow through on needed changes to the area — all critical qualities for a healthy and successful community-government partnership,” said Evelyn Aleman, co-founder, L.A. River Walkers and Watchers.
For nearly two decades, Barri has worked to improve the lives of Valley residents by:
Leading community outreach and engagement for over two million residents for L.A. County’s Third District
Helping Los Angeles recover from devastating wildfires, including securing $23.5 million in State funding to rebuild local nonprofit organizations after the Woolsey Fire
Organizing Valley-wide efforts to secure transportation and infrastructure funding
Supporting arts and culture in the West Valley through the Valley Cultural Foundation
Strengthening community organizations, expanding healthcare access with Planned Parenthood, and uplifting women in leadership
Playing a key role in passing historic ethics reform at the County of Los Angeles
What more local leaders are saying about Barri:
“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,” said Andra Hoffman, Second Vice President of L.A. Community College District Board of Trustees.
Former L.A. City Council Member Joy Picus, who represented the West Valley said, "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.”
More about Barri
Born and raised in the West Valley, Barri brings extensive experience in public service and a passion for community involvement. For nearly two decades, Barri has worked on behalf of residents of the San Fernando Valley. She has held high-ranking positions in the State Legislature, the Office of the former Mayor of Los Angeles, and the County Board of Supervisors. She has served professionally in nonprofit leadership, and held multiple board positions and lead roles on community committees, and in nonprofit and community based organizations. She also directed government affairs and community engagement for The Jewish Federation of Greater Los Angeles.
Currently serving as the Director of Community Affairs for L.A. County Supervisor Lindsey Horvath, Barri leads community outreach and constituent engagement for over two million residents. In her current position, Barri has taken a leading role in helping Los Angeles recover from recent, devastating fires. Last year, Barri played a pivotal role in securing passage of the most significant ethics reform package in the history of Los Angeles County.
Barri’s deep, unwavering commitment to the San Fernando Valley includes volunteering in organizations throughout the community. She served as a founding co-chair of the Inspirational Women of the San Fernando Valley Awards for 10 years. Barri has served in board and volunteer leadership roles at Temple Judea in Tarzana, New Directions for Youth, West Valley YMCA and Mid-Valley YMCA, and the Executives of the Los Angeles Jewish Home in Reseda. She has worked to increase access to health care, volunteered with organizations that support women in leadership, and she is an elected member of L.A. County Democratic Party. Barri was also featured in San Fernando Valley Business Journal’s “40 under 40.”Barri graduated from UC San Diego, and has a master’s degree from USC. She lives in Woodland Hills with her husband and three children. Her family’s experience navigating the healthcare system for their daughter, who was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes, has fueled her passion for healthcare advocacy.
Barri is running for City Council to fight for the Valley’s fair share at City Hall, ensure residents’ voices are heard, and bring real solutions to the issues facing Los Angeles. Barri’s combination of experience, vision, and broad community support will ensure a strong voice for the Valley on the City Council.
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