AUTHORIZATION TO APPEAR/POWER OF

18 I am the Secretary of the California Tenants Union and am authorized

AUTHORIZATION TO APPEAR/POWER OF ATTORNEY and executed and served 21 22this in accordance with applicable legal requirements.

Lydia Sagaldo Secretary of CTU

3Full Authorization for Representation

am the defendant in Case Number ,

, currently pending before this Court. 2. Authority & Purpose of Authorization 10 2.1 I am not familiar with the procedures, rules, or requirements of 11 this case and require assistance to ensure that my rights are fully 12 protected. Therefore, I hereby grant full power and authority to the 13 California Tenants Union, a recognized tenant advocacy organization, and 14 any member of its leadership or executive team, including but not 15 limited to the President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, and Board 16

Members, to act fully on my behalf in all matters related to this case.

2.2 The Union and Council Alliance are affiliated members of the

19 California Tenants Union and operate independently from Housing4Humanity, 20 SRO, AHF, and all private property owners. Our mission is to represent and 21 advocate on behalf of tenants, ensuring their rights and interests are 22 upheld. While we may engage in dialogue with property owners, we do not 23 act on their behalf. Our commitment is solely to tenants and their 24 protection. This action aligns with the principles and guidance of the 25 California Tenants Union, a statewide advocacy organization dedicated to 26 defending the rights of renters. Verification of Legitimacy The 27 California Tenants Union operates under: - 24 CFR 245.100 - HUD Tenant 28 Participation Regulations - Los Angeles Municipal Code 8.52.130 - Tenant Anti-Harassment Ordinance - California Civil Code $1942.5 - Protection

Against Retaliation - California Civil Code $1942.4 - Landlord

2 Responsibilities These provisions establish the right of tenants to form, 3 join, and operate a tenant union free from harassment, retaliation, or

interference. 5 2.3 This authorization is made pursuant to the following legal

California Code of Civil Procedure § 1010.6 & § 367 - allowing a party to authorize another person to appear on their behalf in procedural

California Civil Code §§ 2295-2298 (Agency Law) - establishing that an

agent may act on behalf of a principal when granted proper

24 CFR 245.100 (HUD Regulations) - allowing tenants to designate

representatives for administrative and procedural matters in

California Rules of Court, Rule 3.110 (Pro Se Parties) - allowing a

party to appear through an authorized representative.

This authorization does not grant the California Tenants Union or its

members the right to provide legal advice or act as an attorney in

This authorization applies only to procedural and administrative

matters in this specific case.

4 Attending all hearings, settlement conferences, mediations, or

administrative proceedings on my behalf;

3.2 Communication with the Court and Parties 7 Speaking to the Court, mediators, opposing parties, or any officials

regarding my position or rights;

Preparing, submitting, signing, and filing all documents, evidence, 11 motions, responses, declarations, and correspondence related to the 12

3.4 Legal and Procedural Actions

Making procedural decisions, requesting continuances, objecting to evidence, and taking any lawful actions necessary to protect my rights; 3.5 Negotiations and Settlements

18 Negotiating, discussing, and entering into agreements, settlements, or 19 stipulations with opposing parties or the Court, consistent with my

22 Informing me of all actions taken, advising me on proceedings, rights, 23 obligations, and any decisions necessary for protecting my interests; 24 3.7 Independent Action Acting independently without my direct supervision for any procedural or 26 administrative actions required during the course of this case. 27

I understand that I remain the named defendant in this case and that I

2 am ultimately responsible for the outcome. This authorization does not 3 transfer liability but grants the California Tenants Union leadership 4 full authority to represent, act, and make decisions on my behalf to 5 ensure my rights and interests are fully protected.

5. Declaration Under Penalty of Perjury 7 I make this declaration freely and voluntarily and affirm under penalty 8 of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing 9 is true and correct. 10

Acceptance by California Tenants Union: 18

19 The California Tenants Union hereby acknowledges that it has reviewed this 20 Authorization to Appear / Limited Power of Attorney and FORNIATEaccepts the authority granted herein. The signature below, alongithcany 22 organizational watermark, constitutes official approval and 23 this authorization.

UNION - EST. 2023 PROTECTING TENANTS' RIGHTS

Authorized Representative Signature:

26 Printed Name & Title: D Nash Stabolito DD PhD, President 27

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