Assemblymember Celeste Rodriguez recognized Maria Elena “Mary” Solorio, a San Fernando City Councilmember, as Assembly District 43rd’s 2026 Woman of the Year for her steadfast dedication to community representation.
A lifelong San Fernando resident, Solorio was elected to the San Fernando City Council in 2022 and previously served as vice mayor. A first-generation Mexican American and Board-Certified Behavior Analyst, she has dedicated her career to supporting children and families, and expanding access to mental and behavioral health services. She is raising her two daughters in the same community she grew up in, bringing both her professional expertise and lived experience as a parent to her advocacy. Solorio is currently completing her doctorate in Applied Clinical Psychology at the Chicago School of Professional Psychology.
“As a Councilmember, I’m committed to standing with our neighbors, protecting families and making sure everyone in our community can live without fear,” said Solorio. “Listening, collaborating and taking action together shows that local governments can make a real difference. I’m thankful for this recognition by Assemblywoman Rodriguez.”
Solorio will be honored during the California Legislature’s Woman of the Year celebration at the State Capitol.
Assemblywoman Rodriguez represents the 43rd Assembly District, which includes the City of San Fernando and communities across the Northeast San Fernando Valley, including Arleta, Sun Valley, Sylmar, Pacoima, Panorama City, North Hollywood, Valley Glen, Lake View Terrace, Mission Hills and North Hills.