3rd District Supervisor
Supervisor Horvath, representing Los Angeles County’s Third District, was elected on November 8, 2022, and assumed office on December 5, 2022, after serving as a City Councilmember and the longest consecutively serving Mayor for the City of West Hollywood.
3rd District Commissioner, U.S. Army veteran
John Follmer is an L.A. County Veterans Advisory Commissioner for Supervisor Lindsey P. Horvath and is a dedicated and engaged member of the veteran community, actively contributing to various organizations and initiatives. Proudly representing Supervisorial District 3, he currently serves as a Peer Support Specialist with the Veteran Peer Access Network and Goodwill Southern California. In addition, Mr. Follmer holds the position of Vice President at Welcome Home Troops, where he plays a crucial role in coordinating volunteer efforts at the Japanese Garden, located on the West L.A. Veterans Administration campus. A passionate advocate for veterans, Mr. Follmer also serves as an active Board Member of Vets Whole in One, an organization that successfully facilitated golfing experiences for over 1,200 veterans in Los Angeles in 2023.
Additionally, he holds the position of Adjutant at Disabled American Veterans Chapter 5 – Los Angeles, further demonstrating his commitment to supporting disabled veterans. Beyond his contributions to the veteran community, Mr. Follmer is a devoted family man. He is the proud father of three children, ages 6, 3, and 2 years old, and a loving husband to his wife Maggie. Outside of his community and family responsibilities, he pursues his passion for audio engineering and golfing.
3rd District Commissioner, U.S. Army Veteran
Raul Barragan is a respected community leader, U.S. Army veteran, and advocate for service members and their families throughout Los Angeles County. His journey from military service to civic leadership reflects a lifelong dedication to purpose, integrity, and community empowerment. An eight-year Army veteran who served honorably as a member of the International Security Assistance Force during Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF), Raul developed a deep sense of discipline, camaraderie, and commitment to others. When he returned home, he faced the challenges of transitioning to civilian life, navigating higher education, reintegration, and rediscovering his role within the community.
Guided by determination and a desire to help others do the same, he used his GI Bill benefits to pursue his education, ultimately earning a Master of Business for Veterans (MBV) from the University of Southern California (USC). Professionally, Raul serves as an Advertising Sales Manager at Spectrum Reach, where he partners with local and national businesses to create data-driven, multi-platform marketing campaigns that help communities and industries grow. His leadership and professional excellence reflect the same strategic mindset and collaborative spirit that defined his military career. Beyond his professional accomplishments, Raul is deeply engaged in veteran and community service. As an active member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), he has held multiple leadership roles, including Commander, Quartermaster, District Commander, West LA Chairman, and Marketing Chair for the VFW Department of California. His work has been recognized as a Mighty 25 by We Are the Mighty, a prominent voice and changemaker within the veteran community. Raul is focused on building bridges between veterans, public agencies, and civic partners to strengthen access to critical support services.