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Rita Walters
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| Member of the Los Angeles City Council from the 9th District | |
| In office 1991–2001 |
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| Preceded by | Gilbert W. Lindsay |
| Succeeded by | Jan Perry |
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| Born |
Rita Dolores White
August 14, 1930 Chicago, Illinois |
| Died | February 17, 2020 (aged 89) Los Angeles, California |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Wilbur E. Walters (m. 1955, div. 1973) |
| Children | 3 |
| Alma mater | Shaw University UCLA Anderson School of Management |
Rita Dolores Walters (born White; August 14, 1930 – February 17, 2020) was an important American politician. She made history as the first African-American woman elected to the Los Angeles City Council. She worked hard to serve her community in Los Angeles for many years.
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Rita Walters' Political Journey
Rita Walters had a long and impactful career in public service. She held several key positions that helped shape her city.
Serving Los Angeles
From 1991 to 2001, Walters was a member of the Los Angeles City Council. She represented the 9th District, working to improve life for people in her area. During this time, she led a committee that focused on arts, health, and libraries. She helped make important decisions about the Los Angeles Public Library.
Helping Schools and Libraries
Before joining the City Council, Walters served on the Los Angeles Unified School District's Board of Education. From 1979 to 1991, she helped guide the city's schools. She also worked as a teacher for adults for four years. Later in her career, she continued to help the Los Angeles Public Library system. She was on its Board of Library Commissioners.
About Rita Walters' Life
Rita Walters was born in Chicago, Illinois. Her family later moved to Kansas. In 1955, she moved to Los Angeles. There, she met and married Wilbur E. Walters. They had three children named David, Susan, and Philip. Rita Walters passed away in Los Angeles in 2020 after battling Alzheimer's disease.
Her Education
Rita Walters was a dedicated student. She earned her bachelor's degree in education from Shaw University. She also received an MBA (Master of Business Administration) from the UCLA Anderson School of Management.
