Community Corner
An Advocate For The Mission Viejo Community: Local Hero
We all know someone who's making a difference. Here's one local resident who is having an impact in Mission Viejo.
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MISSION VIEJO, CA — When times are tough, heroes emerge. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented and changing times.
Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these heroes making a difference in their communities. We’re working to let all your neighbors know about these outstanding people and their stories.
This submission comes from Tom P who nominated Carlos Pianelli of Mission Viejo.
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Local hero’s full name
Carlos Pianelli
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Local hero’s home state
California
Local hero’s Patch
Mission Viejo
How do you know the local hero?
Common goals of Stop the Monster
What does the local hero do?
Teacher
Why do you believe the local hero should be recognized or honored?
Carlos not only created StoptheMonster.org, but also created and led rallies to bring this issue to our community. He challenged the candidates for the Mission Viejo City council with thought-provoking questions to bring greater transparency regarding critical issues to Mission Viejo citizens. His ongoing work to address problems in our community makes Carlos deserving of hero recognition. He's a nice guy too!
What's one thing you want everyone to know about the local hero?
If you have a significant community concern, Carlos is great at rallying our citizens to bring them to the City Council to be addressed.
Thank you for all you do, Carlos Pianelli!
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