Walnut Creek proclaims February American Heart Month; two commissioners sworn in

Mayor Kevin Wilk presented a proclamation declaring February as American Heart Month at the Feb. 3 City Council meeting. Marielle, representing the American Heart Association Bay Area, accepted the proclamation on behalf of the AHA and thanked the city for support of local public‑health initiatives, noting past collaboration on a tobacco retail license ordinance and the East Bay Heart Walk.

"We're really encouraging other fellow Walnut Creek residents to learn CPR and know to call 911 when, in the event of a cardiac emergency," Marielle said, thanking the city for its support.

The council also administered the oath of office to two new commissioners. City Clerk Susie Martinez swore in Trent Newhazl as an alternate on the Board of Appeals; Newhazl said he has lived and worked in Walnut Creek for 20 years and looks forward to serving. Eduardo Guerrero was sworn in as a transportation commissioner and spoke about applying his public‑service background to transportation safety and access.

The council invited the AHA representative and the new commissioners for a commemorative photograph following the proclamation and oath.