Local 3090 Opens College Fund for Guadalupe Arevalos’ Children

We are pleased to inform you that on Feb. 17 we opened a Coverdell Education Savings Account for Nathalie, Adelynn and Steven Rodriguez, the children of Guadalupe Arevalos Rodriguez. Guadalupe was a member who was tragically killed on May 3, 2001, as she left the Central Library where she worked.

Since August 2001, $8731.10 has been contributed from various individuals and fundraisers. This allowed us to open accounts for each child in the amount of $2910.33 with the Oppenheimer Fund. These accounts are safe while interest-bearing so that when the children reach college age, they will have some financial assistance. We are also able to continue to add to the accounts should there be contributions in the future.

We would like to thank all who contributed and extend a special thank you to another member of the local, Eusebio Terronez of Cultural Affairs. Over time, Mr. Terronez donated $800 of his money from sales of items with the City logo.

This is the best example of what we can do when we come together. We know that you all continue to wish the best for Nathalie, Adelynn and Steven and keep them in your prayers.

Trustees: Cheryl Funada, Jeri Charles, Alice Goff