On Monday February 9, 2009, the 504 Democratic Club held its screening session for the February 24 City Council (Council District 21, 32 & 49) Special Election on February 24.

To be considered for an endorsement by the 504 Democratic Club, candidates must either completed the Club's questionnaire or be interviewed.

In the 21st Council District, Julissa Ferreras and Francisco Moya appeared for screening interviews. The 504 Democratic Club has endorsed Julissa Ferreras for the City Council in the 21st Council District.

In 32nd Council District screening questionnaire were submitted by Glen DiResto, Michael Ricatto and Lew Simon. The 504 Democratic Club has endorsed Lew Simon for City Council in the 32nd Council District.

No candidate from the 49th Council District either completed a questionnaire or appeared for an interview.

We thank all five candidates for participating in our screening process.

Please be sure to vote on February 24, 2009 if you are eligible to vote.