ABOUT ME
Hi, I'm Ann Ruth
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WHERE I COME FROM
I was born in Cebu City, Philippines. I call Union City home since 1977. My journey embodies the American dream and a deep commitment to community service.
A THRIVING CAREER
I am a product of the New Haven Unified School District. I attended school at the former Cabello Elementary, former Alvarado Middle and James Logan High. With degrees in Psychology and Nursing from Cal State Hayward and San Jose State University, I have dedicated my career to helping others. Since 2015, I have worked at New Haven Unified School District, currently preparing students with special needs for independent living.
FAMILY
I still live in the same home where I grew up as a child. My household includes my mom, Belita; my brother, Rodney; my husband, Martin; my daughters, Megan and Madison; and our pets — Luna our dog, Simba our cat, and Poco our rabbit. As a caregiver for my late father Roy with renal failure and my brother with special needs, I understand the challenges families face and the importance of accessible community support.
COMMUNITY SERVICE
As the founder of Rodney’s Hope, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, my mission is to raise awareness of Fragile X syndrome, provide compassionate and dignified support to individuals with special needs, and help members of our community who are needy and unhoused by providing hot meals and handing out care packages. I organize food drives, community cleanups, and the annual Christmas tree lighting. My current project is to install a peace pole in Old Alvarado Park.
LEADERSHIP
My extensive community involvement includes serving as:
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Planning Commissioner
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Former Union City Human Relations Commissioner
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Board Member of the Union City Chamber of Commerce
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Board Member of Union City Friends of Sister City
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Past President of FUN Sunset Rotary
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Past President of Baybayanon of Northern California
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Countless volunteer roles through St. Anne Catholic Church
INTEREST
I enjoy decorating, hiking, cooking, and dancing hula.
