Vice Mayor Jess Rivas
Jess Rivas has dedicated her career to public service. She previously served as a deputy attorney general with the California Department of Justice, a deputy county counsel with the County of Los Angeles, and as a major in the U.S. Army Reserve. Jess currently works in District 5 as a staff counsel for the Los Angeles County Employees Retirement Association. She previously served on the City’s Northwest Commission and the Commission on the Status of Women. Jess graduated from Princeton University and New York University School of Law.
Jess was appointed to the City Council in February 2021, elected in June 2022, and re-elected in June 2026. She resides with her husband and children in Bungalow Heaven.
Councilmember for District 5
Longtime District 5 Councilmember Victor M. Gordo was elected in November, 2020 to serve as the Mayor of Pasadena (www.cityofpasadena.net/mayor).
A new Councilmember for District 5 will soon be appointed by the City Council.
Following is information on the appointment process for the District 5 vacancy.
News & Announcements
About District 5
District 5 is bordered by Fair Oaks, the 210 Freeway, Los Robles, Orange Grove, El Molino, Lake, Colorado, Chester, Mountain, Lake, Howard, El Molino, Jackson and Marengo.
Newsletter Signup
Stay informed. Join our email list to receive news & updates about your district.
By submitting this form you are granting District 5 permission to email you via Constant Contact. For additional details, see the Email Privacy Policy
2026 Rose Ticket Lottery
OPEN: Nov 29 - Dec 7, 2025
D5 Rose Parade & Rose Bowl Game Ticket Purchase Opportunity!
(Check Find My District for Eligibility)
