Council Member Aida Macedo amacedo@cityofwhittier.org

Aida Macedo is an attorney, small business owner, and community advocate who is proud to live in Whittier with her husband, their young son, and two dogs. The daughter of a single immigrant mother, Aida became the first in her family to graduate college first from Cerritos College and then from UC Irvine. She earned a law degree from UC Davis. Aida began her career in public service as an Equal Justice Works Fellow, providing free legal assistance to low-income families, and later served as Chief of Staff for a city council district, strengthening neighborhood services and community partnerships. Today she is the founder of a law practice focused on estate planning services and public policy.

Over the years, Aida has worked as a civil litigator, policy advisor, and advocate focused on supporting working families, small businesses, and community nonprofits. Her work has been recognized across California, earning multiple honors from bar associations and the prestigious Marshall Memorial Fellowship.

Aida is proud to represent her neighbors and residents of District 4. She hopes to bring fresh leadership, integrity, and accountability to City Hall. She is committed to keeping Whittier safe, welcoming, and full of opportunity where every family has the chance to thrive.

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