Chino, CA – Assemblymember Michelle Rodriguez (D-Ontario) has named City of Chino Councilmember Karen Comstock as Assembly District 53’s 2025 Woman of the Year. A lifelong champion of public safety and a fierce advocate for the empowerment of women, Councilmember Comstock was honored as part of the Women’s History Month celebration hosted by the Legislative Women’s Caucus.
“I am proud to recognize City of Chino Councilmember Karen Comstock as the Woman of the Year in Assembly District 53,” Assemblymember Rodriguez said. “She has dedicated her life to public service, breaking barriers as the first female Chief of Police for the Chino Police Department and leading the department with a focus on innovation, community engagement, and strategic crime-fighting initiatives. She is a fierce advocate for our community, and I am honored to name her the Woman of the Year for Assembly District 53.”
With a distinguished 34-year career in law enforcement, Comstock transitioned into public office to continue serving Chino. Beyond her work in government, Councilmember Comstock is an active leader in the community, serving on boards and organizations such as the Soroptimist Club of the Chino Valley and the Community Health Service Alliance. Her dedication has been recognized with numerous accolades, including the prestigious Spirit of Achievement Award in 2018. A lifelong Chino resident, she has deep roots in the city, having attended local schools before earning her degrees in Business and Organizational Management. She remains committed to shaping the future of Chino through her passion for public service and community betterment.
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