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HOMEGROWN CANDIDATE, CITY COMMISSIONER; A TRUE CERRITOS SUCCESS STORY

In 1979, my parents and I moved to Cerritos. I attended ABC Schools and later owned a chain of KFC and Taco Bell restaurants. I am now, founder and CEO of Hearthy Foods, one of America's fastest growing health companies. I also served as a chair for Cerritos Economic Development. As chair, we brought lots of restaurants/businesses to Cerritos. We raised our family in a safe city with the best schools. Cerritos has been a wonderful place for me and my family to live. I am committed to improving our community by fixing the streets, sidewalks, curbs, trees, and walls. I am running for the Cerritos City Council to prioritize people over politics, protect our community, and ensure the safety of our city and schools.

Born

Bombay, India

Raised

Cerritos

Family

Sara and Riaz's two children , Noah and Nyla. are both students at UC Berkeley.

Employment

Riaz is the Founder and President of Hearthy Foods, a leading nationwide health and wellness brand.

Government Experience

Riaz was the chair of Cerritos Economic Developement Commission

Hobbies

Weightlifting, Jiu Jitsu, Biking, Pickle Ball, Foodie

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Keep Cerritos Safe

Cerritos has experienced an increase of crime since the end of COVID. These crimes, including residential and commercial burglaries, have impacted Cerritos residents and businesses. The current council has worked tirelessly to curb the increase, and Riaz's priorities are to continue to work towards solving these important problems.

Increasing Community Activities

As a parent of two children, and as someone who grew up in the city, I understand the need to create a welcoming community that includes open parks, opportunities for sporting activities, and recreation classes. I have heard from our parents and community that they want to see more activities and classes available to their children.

Fix Cerritos Infrastrucure

After walking door to door to campaign, I've observed that our streets, sidewalks, walls, and curbs are unacceptable. We need to address the concerns of our residents, as this is a public safety issue. I propose increasing the budget to repair every street in Cerritos within one year.

Encouraging Local Business

I believe small businesses are the backbone of our community.
As a business owner in Los Angeles County, I am committed to promoting Cerritos as a business-friendly city and attracting more businesses that offer high-quality jobs to the area.

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Riaz's Campaign Developments

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Riaz Endorsed by the IAFF Local 1014 (Firefighters)

Nations largest Firefighters Supports Riaz Surti Los Angeles County Firefighters, IAFF Local 1014 is proud to represent the over 3,200 Firefighters, Paramedics, Dispatchers, Pilots, Wildland Firefighters, Forestry and Health Haz Mat personnel, who serve the over 4 million residents throughout Los Angeles County’s unincorporated communities and 59 contract cities. 

Since 1949, Local 1014 has fought for better wages, hours, benefits and working conditions for our members and for world-class fire an

Feb
6
2025
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Riaz Endorsed by the Assoc. for LA Deputy Sheriffs

 Nation’s Largest Sheriff’s Department Association Backs Today, Riaz Surti, candidate for Cerritos City Council, is proud to announce the endorsement of the Association for Los Angeles Deputy Sheriffs (ALADS). The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department is the largest sheriff’s department in the United States, with over 18,000 employees dedicated to ensuring the safety and security of residents across the county.

Jan
26
2025
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Cerritos City Council Candidates Holds Rally

Los Cerritos Community News, Candidite Riaz Surti at his candidate fundraiser at Pieology in Cerritos Towne Center. Some of the attendees included former mayor Mark Pulido, Cerritos City Councilman Frank Aurelio Yokoyama, many Cerritos residents, and Riaz's family

Jan
26
2025
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Food Bank

Expand our Food Bank to more Cerritos Residents in Need

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Make Cerritos Safe

More Officers

Riaz will work to put more police patrol on the streets to crack down on rising crime. And Riaz will fight for more investments in violence prevention by adding more police officers, parking lot cameras in our schools, streets, and parks.

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