A New Chapter for LA's District 10: Councilwoman Heather Hutt Sworn In For First Full Term
Dec. 13, 2024: Los Angeles Councilwoman Heather Hutt Sworn In For First Full Term by Mayor Karen Bass
By: Omar Cook
On the evening of December 13, Los Angeles’ political landscape buzzed with anticipation as Councilwoman Heather Hutt hosted her community swearing-in ceremony at First AME Church. The event not only commemorated her recent electoral victory but also her historic ascent as the first woman to lead District 10, representing a diverse population from Koreatown to Baldwin Hills.
Dec. 13, 2024: Los Angeles Councilwoman Heather Hutt and Community Organizer Sandi Cook
The ceremony was attended by several council members and notable politicians including Council President Marqueece Harris, Councilman Curren D. Price, Jr., Congresswoman Diane E. Watson, Councilwoman Ysabel Jurado, Councilwoman Nithya Raman, actress Vanessa Bell Calloway, and Celestine Palmer, founder of the Los Angeles African American Women Pac, showcasing strong community and political support. Their presence was a strong testament to Hutt’s deep-rooted connection with the community she grew up in and now represents. Mayor Karen Bass lauded Hutt’s commitment to public service and expressed enthusiasm about their collaborative future endeavors on the council.
Dec. 13, 2024: 247 Live Culture President Adonis Armstrong, Los Angeles Councilwoman Heather Hutt, and 247 Live Culture CEO Omar Cook
Everyone in attendance enjoyed a soulful performance by R&B legend Howard Hewett, which captivated the audience. Hutt, reflecting on her journey and the overwhelming support of her sons, family, and constituents, reiterated her dedication to tackling pressing district issues such as homelessness, job creation, and enhancing public services including community-based policing and infrastructure maintenance.
As Councilwoman Hutt embarks on her full four-year term, the community’s support at the packed ceremony underscores a collective optimism for impactful leadership and progressive change in District 10’s neighborhoods.
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