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Ward 5 Tribute to Council Member Fimbres |
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Dear Friends,
As I write my final letter to you as the Ward 5 Councilmember, I want to let you know that it has been my profound privilege and honor to represent the constituents of Ward 5 and the City of Tucson community.
As you read this newsletter, you will read about projects that have inspired me and been the driving force of my tenure. These are events and projects that I am most proud of.
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So much has evolved during my tenure these past 15 years. There has been great economic growth that has surpassed my expectations. There have been great changes to the landscape, which includes educational entities such as Pima JTED, the University of Arizona’s The Refinery—Tech Park at the Bridges, and the soon-to-be Arizona Public Media, which will provide the University of Arizona with a state-of-the-art broadcast media facility.
The impressive Tucson Marketplace at the Bridges has created a full range of much-needed amenities for the area and provides job opportunities for the residents here. The grand alliance between the Borne Company and Retail West has made the opening of Costco, Walmart, Cinemark Century Theater, Dave & Buster’s, housing at The Cabanas, The Brioso’s Living, and the construction of new single-family homes The Pearl by Pepper Viner possible. I want to thank Don Bourn, Alan Tanner with the Bourn Company, and Eric Davis with Retail West for their foresight in these grand endeavors.
Several other projects on the southside have also contributed to the economic landscape and provided much-needed jobs in Ward 5. Companies such as the expansion of Raytheon, HomeGoods Distribution Center, Chamberlain Garage Doors, and the GEICO Regional Headquarters have substantially impacted our community.
We must thank Newport at the Rodeo, Rio Viejo, and Emery Park Place for answering the call for more affordable housing in the area. These newly built, well-thought-out homes have improved the quality of life for many families on the south side. I am happy to say that similar projects are in the works for the near future.
As I write my final letter to you, I want to thank all who have made my time as the Ward 5 Council Member a sincere pleasure.
First, I would like to thank my colleagues on the council past and present for their hard work and support these past 15 years. Your decisions are difficult, well thought out, and always for the benefit of our residents. Your work is exceptional, and I am extremely proud to have been given the opportunity to work beside you.
I would also like to thank my Ward 5 staff, past and present, for the extraordinary work they do daily. I couldn’t have done it without their undying commitment, hard work, and support.
Lastly, I would like to thank the residents, businesses, and neighborhood leaders of the City of Tucson for their continuous support, which allowed me to be their Ward 5 Council Member. It has been my profound honor to have served you.
On May 1, 2025, I will begin the next chapter of my life with my beautiful wife, Mary, beside me. Though my focus has changed a bit, with my health and well-being becoming my priority, I will always be grateful to the people who provided me with this great opportunity. Thank you and God bless.
Sincerely,
 Your Ward 5 Council Member
 “There’s no greater challenge and there is no greater honor than to be in public service.” - Condoleezza Rice
Tucson Marketplace at The Bridges: The Beginning of a Renaissance
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Council Member Fimbres worked to get the Tucson Marketplace at the Bridges going from the opening of Costco, Walmart, Cinemark Century Theater, Dave & Busters to several new businesses including hotels, restaurants, and services. This location continues to grow with the construction of the Bass Pro Shop World Store in progress and the announcement of ALDI Grocery Store slated soon. Council Member Fimbres fostered innovation and collaboration through the inclusion of the University of Arizona Tech Park at the Bridges, as well as supporting the current construction of the Arizona Public Media Building which will have production and broadcast technology, and improved community engagement spaces in the area. |
The Fight to Save the Cherrybell Processing and Distribution Center
In 2011, the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) announced plans to consolidate mail processing facilities, which threatened the Cherrybell Processing and Distribution Center. Council Member Fimbres led the fight along with the community and leaders organizing round table discussions, public forums and surveys to voice their concerns about the potential closure. Key figures along with Council Member Richard Fimbres including Ward 5 Chief of Staff, Mark Kerr (Retired), Congressman Raul Grijalva and Congresswoman Martha McSally, advocated the importance of this facility to this community. After years of persistent advocacy, the USPS announced in 2022 that Cherrybell would no longer be considered for consolidation, ensuring the continuation of essential services and preserving numerous local jobs. The Cherrybell victory is seen as a testament to the power of collective action and the importance of standing up for community services.
 
The Tucson Homeless Work Program: A Community Driven Success
In 2016, to help our unsheltered community, Council Member Fimbres formed the Homeless Work Program (HWP). This program provided individuals with a pathway out of homelessness through meaningful work, community collaborations and assistance with services available to them. While this program provides a way to earn a day’s pay without obstacles, their work helps to beautify our community while instilling a sense of purpose among participants. Through the efforts of Old Pueblo Community Services, El Rio Community Health Center, and other organizations, Council Member Fimbres’ mission to find ways to help those in need through this program has been successful. |
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Supporting Our Veterans
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Council Member Fimbres is known for being an ardent supporter of our Veterans. Having served in the U.S. Army for 27 ½ years, as in the military he knows firsthand the importance of building a strong community around him. During his time as a Councilmember, he worked hard to make certain that our veterans were not only taken care of but also felt valued and appreciated for the sacrifices they made to ensure our freedom. |
On every Veterans Day and Memorial Day, Council Member Fimbres distributes “Thank you” cards to the patients at the VA Hospital. These cards are handmade by area school children. Just this past year, over 2,500 cards were distributed. In addition, he personally gives each veteran a card from his office, as well as a Military Challenge Coin he created thanking them for their service. Around Veterans Day, Council Member Fimbres hosts a Veterans Appreciation Dinner. The Veteran honorees each receive certificates from several local and state governmental agencies, including the State of Arizona Office of the Governor. This event is a great way to show our Veterans that they are not forgotten and truly appreciated for their service. |
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Tucson Buffalo Soldiers Memorial
Since 2007 there were few efforts to create some sort of memorial to honor the Buffalo Soldiers in Arizona. In 2014. Council Member Richard Fimbres met with troopers of the Great Southern Arizona Area Chapter of Buffalo Solders (GSAAC) and things began to move in a positive direction. In 2015 CM Fimbres and GSAAC began to pursue public funding to create a memorial at the Quincie Douglas Center and included being one of the first projects to receive funding through Prop 407. This partnership proved successful because through their hard work and effort, on May 3, 2021, the Tucson Buffalo Soldiers Memorial was unveiled and dedicated honoring the proud legacy of the Buffalo Soldiers.
GEICO Opens at the Bridges
Tuesday, June 25, 2019, was a day of great celebration. It was the Grand Opening of the GEICO Regional Headquarters at the Bridges. Through the hard work and effort of Council Member Fimbres, he was able to assist the Bourn Company with the process including rezoning and development. Once built, GEICO consolidated and transitioned its 2,000 employees into the new location and have added an additional 700 positions since its opening. This was aligned with Council Member Fimbres’ goal to create more jobs. In addition, GEICO has been a great champion for the City of Tucson by encouraging volunteerism from their employees. Their employees have served their community well!
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Pictured: Council Member Fimbres, GEICO CEO Bill Roberts, GEICO Regional VP Michelle Trindade, and former Tucson Mayor Jonathan Rothschild
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The Ward 5 Safety Calendar: A Community Collaboration
Safety depicted by children equals the Ward 5 Safety Calendar. Council Member Fimbres found a way to promote safety to our community through the eyes of our youth. He first started this program as the Arizona Director of Highway Safety. It was such a huge success that he continued with it as the Ward 5 Councilmember.
At the beginning of each school year, students in the K-8 grade are invited to submit artwork on safety, with each month promoting a different message on safety, such as April’s message “Heat Awareness, No Kids or Pets left in Cars” or May’s message “Water Safety.” Chosen artwork is proudly added to the calendar, highlighting the student artist and their school. We extend our heartfelt thanks to the schools and students who have participated over the years and thank them for being a part of Council Member Fimbres’s legacy at Ward 5.
 
Thank You, Council Member Fimbres
“It has been my honor to work with Richard Fimbres on issues that matter to Tucsonans. He founded the Homeless Work Program, an innovative public/private partnership that has helped hundreds of our unsheltered neighbors. He worked to create the Buffalo Soldier’s Memorial to recognize the contributions of African American Soldiers in Southern Arizona. Richard focused on veterans' issues and always worked to protect workers and the most vulnerable in our community. Our collaboration with neighbors on the Santa Rita Park Master Plan is an excellent example of his positive impact to reinvest in Ward 5 neighborhoods.
I am grateful for his service and wish him the best as he retires to focus on his health and family after a long career in public service. On behalf of the residents of Tucson, thank you for your service, my friend.”
~ Tucson Mayor Regina Romero
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“I am grateful to have had the opportunity to serve alongside Richard, an influential and dedicated representative for Ward 5. Soon after I was elected, he attended my first ribbon cutting in Ward 3. Richard would often reach out to make sure I had all the information to understand the issues before us. He would always consult with me on issues in Ward 3 and ask for my support on issues in his. The Ward 5 team would regularly ask insightful questions on matters before the Council, which were of much value to all of us. I will miss his presence on the Council, but I wish much happiness for him, his wife Mary, and his two sons, as they enjoy his well-earned retirement.”
~ Kevin, Dahl, Ward 3 Council Member
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“The positive impacts of your service to Ward 5 and the entire city, Richard, will be evident for decades to come. What I will always remember, too, is not just what you accomplished but how you did so: you always lead with unwavering kindness and integrity. Serving as a colleague of yours has been a great gift to me, Richard. Thank you.” ~ Karin Uhlich, Ward 6 Council Member
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Richard,
As you retire from your career of public service, I want you to know how much I appreciate you and all that you have accomplished for the constituents of your Ward, this community, and our organization. You have been a steadfast and fierce advocate for the constituents of Ward 5 and the City of Tucson, working tirelessly to address their issues, ensure that their needs were met, that they were able to pursue the same economic and social opportunities that had been available for so long to other parts of the community, and that many of their dreams for what their community could be, were brought to reality.
You leave an incredible legacy as an advocate for the most vulnerable members of our community and through the Tucson Change Movement and the Homeless Work Program, your work affected countless lives. As the human catalyst for the “Ward 5 renaissance”, you successfully worked with your colleagues, community leaders, and your Ward 5 neighborhoods to usher in an unprecedented level of economic development and opportunity on our City’s south side, creating thousands of jobs, and adding countless community amenities and services. It has been my honor to work closely with you and assist you in achieving so much of the vision that you have carried for the Ward 5 community and for the city at large.
Throughout my career with the city, in my capacity as director of Tucson Water, assistant city manager, and finally, as the city manager thanks to the strong support from you, the Mayor, and your colleagues on the Council, you have supported and celebrated the employees of this organization through good times and tough challenges. I will long remember your profound thoughtfulness. We rarely finished a conversation without a kind question from you asking about me or my family and it seems every long-time staff member has a certificate, medal, or thank you note that they received from you honoring their work done for our community. Thank you for your compassion and dedication to this team.
You’ve done great work, and I wish you very happy and healthy well-earned retirement.
Tim Thomure
Tucson City Manager
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Dear Council Member Fimbres,
Thank you for your outstanding service to the residents of the City of Tucson. From the moment I began working with the City, your leadership and commitment to our community left a lasting impression on me.
Your work in launching and sustaining the Homeless Work Program has been transformative. This critical initiative has helped unsheltered residents gain employment, access vital social and health services, and take steps toward stable, permanent housing. Your leadership in building and maintaining a coalition focused on addressing homelessness has brought partners together to share resources, find solutions, and create real impact.
Because of your vision, the Poverty Urban Stress Report was developed and sustained—providing essential data to help identify community needs and drive strategies to improve graduation rates and increase incomes for families living in poverty. Your commitment to data-informed decision-making has strengthened our ability to serve those most in need.
You also understood the importance of investing in our youth and workforce development, championing programs like Job Corps and helping young people build brighter futures. And throughout your years of service, you never missed an opportunity to recognize and celebrate the hard work of City staff, always lifting others up with genuine appreciation.
Councilmember Fimbres, you are a truly special leader. Thank you for your dedication, compassion, and tireless advocacy. Wishing you all the very best in this next chapter.
With deep gratitude,
Liz Morales, Assistant City Manager
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“Council Member Fimbres,
I want to extend my deepest appreciation and admiration for your service to our community. Your steadfast leadership and unwavering dedication here at the City of Tucson have left an indelible mark on Ward 5’s growth and character.
Throughout your time on the Council, you have been a passionate advocate for equity, public safety, veterans, and neighborhood vitality. Your efforts to enhance the quality of life in Ward 5 and beyond reflect your deep-rooted commitment to public service and community empowerment. Whether leading initiatives to improve infrastructure, expand affordable housing, or create economic opportunity, your impact has been profound. Equally important, you have always been a tireless advocate for your constituents, ensuring that their needs and voices were heard, and that vital infrastructure investments were made on city’s south side.
Your career stands as a model of what public service should be—responsive, compassionate, and effective. Thank you for your tireless work, your heart for service, and your courageous leadership.”
~ Lane Mandle, Chief of Staff to City Manager Tim Thomure
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Council Member Fimbres,
It has been my honor to work with you over these many years with the City of Tucson. Your dedication to this community and especially your constituents in Ward 5, has never waivered and you enter your well-deserved retirement having made a lasting impact that will not be forgotten.
Choosing to serve as an elected official is not easy on the individual who makes that choice or on their family. It takes courage and sacrifice. Thank you for leading courageously for these many years and advocating for our veterans, our youth, our homeless community members, for education, for economic and social equity, and for economic prosperity. Thank you for being so supportive of City staff at all levels of the organization and making such efforts to ensure that the work they do is acknowledged and appreciated. Thank you also to your family who supported you, often worked alongside you, and gave up a lot of their time with you so that you could fulfill your commitment to our community. Thank you, finally, for all the support, care, prayers, acknowledgement, and appreciation you have shown me, and my family, over my career as well as allowing me to partner with you and your dedicated staff to serve your constituents and our community. I cherish the memories of those opportunities.
I wish you joy and health in your retirement and will miss you sir!
Andy Squire
Public Information Officer
City Manager’s Office
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“Councilmember Fimbres, you have been a staunch supporter of Tucson Water’s efforts to deliver safe, clean water at affordable prices to the community of Tucson. It has been an absolute pleasure to work with you and your wonderful team at the Ward 5 office over the past several years. Councilmember Fimbres, you have worked tirelessly with Tucson Water to ensure that those that have damaged our aquifer with environmental impacts over the decades will eventually be held accountable for the clean ups. Your service to our community is greatly appreciated and your positive and strong support for the team at Tucson Water will never be forgotten.”
~ John Kmiec, Director of Tucson Water
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“Council Member Fimbres,
I want to say a huge thank you for your fierce advocacy on issues related to housing, homelessness, and reducing poverty. Your legacy will carry on through amazing programs you envisioned such as the Homeless Work Program and the Poverty and Urban Stress Report. Your kindness to everyone and your dedication to the Ward 5 neighborhoods is an inspiration. Thank you again for all of your hard work to make Tucson a better place.”
~ Ann Chanecka, Director, Department of Housing & Community Development (HCD)
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“For as long as I can remember, CM Fimbres has been a fierce supporter for the Ward 5 community. He always made sure that TDOT (and later DTM) made sure we were doing our best to keep the roads and right-of-way in good shape for the residents of his ward. The councilmember was also a strong support of our department and always made sure to acknowledge staff for their hard work by giving them community service awards any chance he had. I’m going to miss CM Fimbres in his role as council member but I’m happy he will be able to spend more time with this family and friends. He has always supported me both professionally and personally. I sincerely appreciate everything he has done for me, the Department of Transportation and Mobility and the City of Tucson.
Enjoy retirement, Richard…you deserve it! God bless.”
~ Sam Credio, Director, Department of Transportation and Mobility (DTM)
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Dear Council Member Fimbres,
The team at Planning and Development Services has been honored to work alongside you and the Ward 5 team over the past 15 years to help bring meaningful investment, new homes, and quality jobs to Ward 5 neighborhoods.
We are especially proud to see your long-term vision for The Bridges becoming a reality—with anchors like Costco, Walmart, GEICO, and JTED, a variety of housing types, numerous dining and entertainment options, and more on the way. Your leadership laid the foundation for a dynamic and thriving hub that will continue to grow and benefit the community for years to come.
Thank you for your dedication to making Tucson a stronger, safer, and more vibrant city. We wish you all the best in your retirement and the next chapter ahead!
With gratitude,
The Team at Planning and Development Services
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“On behalf of the Tucson Police Department, we would like to extend our deepest gratitude for your many years of dedicated service to the Tucson community, especially the Southside community within Ward 5. Your leadership, unwavering support for public safety, and commitment to the well-being of our residents and desire to give community voice through policy decisions have made a lasting impact. Though TPD will miss your presence at community events, and your perspective on the Council, your legacy will continue to influence our work ahead for many years to come. We wish you all the best in your next chapter—may it be filled with health and happiness.”
~ Tucson Police Department
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“Since his election, in 2009, Councilman Richard Fimbres has served Ward 5, the City of Tucson, Pima County and the State of Arizona in a most exemplary, professional and responsible manner. His tremendous record of public service has had an immeasurable economic and community developmental benefit for all children, youth, working families, seniors, and veterans throughout our community. During my lengthy tenure as an elected official, I was most honored to collaborate with him in his incredible efforts of changing the complexion of the Southside of Tucson with so many critically needed investments which now stand as a solid record of his many political successes and accomplishments. With his many achievements, I single out just one that has impacted Ward 5 in a manner that his constituents so very much needed. His leadership role in successfully overseeing the planning, development, and construction of the multi-million-dollar Tucson Marketplace at the Bridges enabled a once overlooked, neglected and economically depressed land, to now be the bastion of critically needed new jobs, tax revenues, shopping facilities, and obvious bragging-rights for all the residents of Ward 5. Thank you so very much, Councilman Fimbres, for effectively utilizing your God-given talents and abilities in each of your endeavors which all of us will always cherish, remember, value and respect. May our dear Lord continue to bless you and your dear family in your retirement and always know that you have made a truly tremendous difference for all of us.”
~ Dan Eckstrom, Pima County Supervisor and Mayor, City of South Tucson (Retired)
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Dear Richard,
I vividly remember the first time we met at the monthly meeting you established to tackle homelessness in Tucson. Your unwavering dedication to all your constituents, especially those who were unsheltered, left a lasting impression on me. It was truly remarkable to see a meeting where unsheltered individuals were not only welcomed but actively involved in the discussion and planning.
Our next encounter was equally memorable when you approached OPCS with your vision of a low-barrier work program for those experiencing homelessness. Your dream has since transformed the lives of thousands, providing them with work and income to meet their needs and ultimately transition into permanent housing. The fact that over 30% of participants have exited homelessness is a testament to the program's success and your commitment.
I feel privileged to have collaborated with you on this vital mission to end homelessness in Tucson. Your positive influence on our community is undeniable, and I am grateful for your continued efforts.
Thank you, Richard.
Warm regards,
Tom Litwicki, Chief Executive Officer, Old Pueblo Community Services (OPCS)
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From Left to Right: Donovan Durband, Clint Mabie, Tom Litwicki, and Council Member Fimbres |
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“On behalf of the Quincie Douglas Center staff and center participants, we would like to extend our thanks and appreciation to Council Member Fimbres and the Ward 5 staff. Your support and dedication to the center’s mission and the residents of the Ward 5 community is recognized and valued. You have always shown your support. We wish you the best and thank you for being an outstanding council member and friend.” ~ Jerry Neely, Director, Quincie Douglas Center
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“Upon the retirement of Council Member Richard Fimbres; LET THE RECORD SHOW!
As President of Retail West Properties LLC, and partner with Eastbourne Investments LTD, together known as Tucson Retail, LLC, I had a front row seat working with CM Fimbres as he took a commanding role in Tucson’s Ward 5, leading a wave of support for our project, Tucson Marketplace at The Bridges.
We started with a blank slate. A vacated and blighted airport property harboring crime. The key to unlocking the future, which we now appreciate, was when CM Fimbres saw the potential for Costco to kick things off. He took deliberate action and made necessary adaptations to various agreements, with neighborhood approval, to make Costco possible, giving life to Tucson Marketplace. His foresight was hugely important to bring consensus and action within Ward 5.
As we proceeded, I had multiple meetings with (may I now call him) Richard. He encouraged me to advise him of any businesses who may be interested in joining our project, and insist that they come see him. Those meetings happened dozens of times, always with Richard giving his unequivocal support to promote Tucson’s south side as a viable market, and pledge his help getting necessary approvals, and to accelerate that process. Our prospects always reported back; “What a welcoming meeting. We left with confidence that the City of Tucson will cooperate and not resist our endeavor”.
Richard Fimbres built consensus, served Ward 5 with heartfelt leadership and made thing happen. This included his follow through of celebrating the victories, of which there were many, by directing the coordination of many Grand Opening events, which he would attend and speak in support of participants and future success.
CM Richard Fimbres has been a huge champion for Tucson’s Ward 5, Tucson Marketplace, and by extension, the Bridges. We will miss his leadership but embrace his example and legacy forever.”
~ Eric Davis, President, Retail West Properties, LLC
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Councilman Richard Fimbres,
It has been a fun ride these last fifteen years being able to work with you and your great staff. Thank you for all the support over the years. I'll miss being able to grill at your Veteran's Day Barbeques you would have for all our awesome Veterans that are employed with City of Tucson. Enjoy your retirement, and on your way out, look over at the Tucson Marketplace at The Bridges. It is one of the Crown Jewels of the City of Tucson’s Southside and you helped to make it happen. Now it's time to take Mary, your beautiful wife, on a long vacation, and stop worrying about your phone ringing about city issues.
Respectfully,
Officer Ricardo “Scooby” Fernandez
Tucson Police Department
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"Council Member Fimbres has been a wonderful advocate for public safety and community policing. He has always invited the Tucson Police Department to participate in his sponsored community events. It has been extremely important to Council Member Fimbres that the police work closely with residents, businesses, and organizations. It has been a pleasure to work closely with Council Member Fimbres and his staff, working in partnership with the community to improve the quality of life and safety in our communities that we serve." ~ Sergeant Will Corrales
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“Richard Fimbres has made consistent and significant contributions to both the Sunnyside School District and veterans in Tucson. He has been a strong advocate for education and youth programs, supporting initiatives that benefit students in the district. He has worked to secure funding and resources for schools, ensuring students have access to better facilities and opportunities. He has organized and participated in veteran recognition events, including the Tucson Veterans Day Parade and the Southern Arizona VA Veterans Recognition Luncheon. Mr. Fimbres has been a great friend and advocate for our community, and I consider him a dear personal friend.”
~ Buck Crouch, Sunnyside NA
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“Councilman Richard Fimbres has always been a strong supporter of the Sunnyside Neighborhood Association and its programs especially the All Americans Award program. He supported the program since its beginning while he was a LULAC director and as a Councilman. Richard is a strong advocate for our students and their education. He is also a strong advocate for our Veterans.
Thank You Richard Fimbres for moving our community forward.”
~ Beki Quintero, Sunnyside NA
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“Thank you for being at the helm of this Renaissance. It’s been an honor.”
~ Cindy Ayala, PGNA Past President
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“Council Member Fimbres, there was a time that I felt that no one heard me, but you heard me! When I needed support with the Marketplace, you supported me 100%. You always kept our community informed. Your office is always community friendly. We will miss you, love you and thank you for everything you have done for us. Don’t Worry, Be Happy!”
~ Willie Blake, President of Western Hills II NA and Community Leader
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“Thank you, Council Member, for everything you have done for the neighborhoods and the community. You will be greatly missed. Enjoy your retirement!”
~ Bernice Vanover, Pueblo Gardens NA President
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“Council Member Fimbres, words could never express my deep appreciation for your service in our community. You went above and beyond service too many times to mention. Thank you for being a great servant and a dear friend.” ~ Pastor D. Grady Scott, Grace Temple Baptist Church, Secretary, Minister’s Alliance of Tucson
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“Thanks for your time and service and for all the help you have given to Barrio San Antonio. Congratulations on your retirement!”
~ Alfred Brown, Barrio San Antonio NA Chair
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“Council Member Richard Fimbres has been a tremendous help in our community. The Pueblo Gardens neighborhood recently celebrated the 35th anniversary of their Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast. It was because of the support we received from him and Ward 5 that we were able to carry on this annual tradition honoring Dr. King. Thank you for supporting our neighborhood and the people in our community.”
~ James Christopher, MLK Breakfast Chair and Pueblo Gardens NA Co-Chair
This Tribute Newsletter was created by the Ward 5 Council Staff as a dedication to Richard G. Fimbres for his 15 years of service as the Ward 5 Council Member. On behalf of the Ward 5 Council Staff, we wish Council Member Fimbres a happy retirement with the rest and relaxation that he so richly deserves. From the words of Walt Disney, “It’s not the days in life we remember, rather than the moments.” May this new chapter be filled with healing and joy.
In addition, we would like to thank Mark Kerr for his extraordinary work and years of service and dedication to our community.
  
A Legacy of Service: Moments from Council Member Fimbres’ Years in Office
        
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