The cause of death was not provided, but Montañez was recently diagnosed with aggressive terminal cancer
Cindy Montañez the trailblazing San Fernando politician and environmental advocate who had a local elementary school named in her honor, died Saturday at the age of 50.'It is with inconsolable grief and deep sadness that we announce the passing of Councilmember Cindy Montañez, current CEO of TreePeople, and former California State Assembly Member,' San Fernando officials wrote.' ...
Two years later she chaired the powerful Assembly Rules Committee, becoming the youngest person, first Latina and first Democratic woman to hold that post.She became CEO of TreePeople in 2016. The educational and environmental advocacy organization works to support sustainable urban ecosystems in the greater Los Angeles area.'I'm deeply saddened by the passing of Assemblywoman Montañez.
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