Leonor Garcia, longtime leader for women and Hispanic progress, retires after 35 years of City service.

Leonor Rides Away

Photos courtesy Leonor Garcia

Leonor rides away on Chumblie the Camel.

A grand retirement party March 11 marked the celebration of the retirement of Leonor V. Garcia, longtime Club Member. She retires as a Management Analyst in LADWP’s Corporate Strategy and Communications Division with 35 years of City service.

Over the years, she proved influential far beyond Water and Power. She was Vice President, Executive Secretary, Executive Secretary and Recruitment Chair during her 25-year voluntary career with the groundbreaking LA City Employees Chicano Association (LACECA); served as an Affirmative Action Association for Women (AAAW) Member; and was an LADWP Committee Chair.

“As I look back at my time at LADWP, I am endlessly grateful for the unforgettable memories and eternal friendships I made throughout my time with the department,” she said. “I wish a heartfelt thank you to LADWP for blessing my family, and I wish abundance.”

Leonor Garcia (fourth from left) with Retired LADWP friends Veronica Mendez, Alma DeGarcia and Vivian Davalos; and current LADWP employees Sammie Mendez and Freddy Mendez. Leonor Garcia (fourth from left) with Retired LADWP friends Veronica Mendez, Alma DeGarcia and Vivian Davalos; and current LADWP employees Sammie Mendez and Freddy Mendez.

The Club thanks Leonor for her many years of support of the Employees Club and her assistance in numerous Club activities and programs. Her many years of service to numerous groups speaks to her generous spirit. She improved most everything she touched. Well done, Leonor! We wish you many years of fun and discovery.

MEMBER DEAL