The City of King is sad to announce that Councilmember Darlene Acosta passed away on Tuesday evening, February 14. City Council and staff wish to express their sorrow along with paying tribute to Acosta for her many accomplishments and contributions to the community, and express their deepest sympathy to her family who meant so much to her. Councilmember Acosta was loved and appreciated by everyone in the City of King organization, as well as many people throughout the community. She had a big heart and treated everyone with respect and kindness at all times.
Acosta represented Council District 1 and was recently re-elected for her 3rd term on the City Council. She was first elected to the City of King City Council in 2014. Acosta was particularly passionate about supporting programs and services to help youth. While on the Council, Acosta served on 4 Cities 4 Peace, the Comprehensive Plan to End Youth Violence Community Task Force, and several other boards and committees. She was dedicated to community service, having also previously served on the City of Greenfield City Council from 1989 through 1994 prior to moving to King City.
She recently submitted a letter of resignation from the City Council due to illness, which took effect on the day of her passing. The resignation was discussed at the King City City Council meeting on Tuesday night, February 14. Mayor Mike LeBarre presented a Proclamation in appreciation of her service and all Council Members shared heartfelt words of praise and admiration. According to Mayor LeBarre, “Darlene Acosta was a cherished member of our community, she lived her life helping others and those in need, she touched the lives of so many in King City and South Monterey County, she will be greatly missed. The City mourns her loss and extends our condolences to her family and friends.”
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