Former La Mesa Mayor Art Madrid dies at 90

Art Madrid, one of San Diego County’s longest-serving mayors, dies at 90

Art Madrid, who led La Mesa for nearly a quarter-century and became one of San Diego County’s longest-serving mayors, died Friday at age 90. First elected as a council member in 1981, Madrid helped guide the East County city through decades of growth and continued advocating for local issues long after he lost his last election in 2014. His death was announced Tuesday by city officials. No cause was given. “Art Madrid devoted his life to serving…

Former La Mesa Mayor Art Madrid dies at 90

LA MESA, Calif. (FOX 5/KUSI) — Art Madrid, a long-time public servant who held the office of mayor of La Mesa for more than 20 years, has died, city officials confirmed Tuesday. He was 90 years old. A fixture of the community credited with revitalizing the city and raising its stature in the region, Madrid was one of the longest-serving mayors in San Diego County history — the culmination of his career in public office spanning more than three d…

PASSAGES: ART MADRID, FORMER LA MESA MAYOR WHO SERVED THE CITY FOR OVER 30 YEARS

Art MadridArt Madrid obitLa MesaNewsObituariesPoliticsCommunitiesLa Mesa/Mt. Helix By Karen Pearlman June 10, 2025 (La Mesa) – Leaving behind a legacy of service, prolific leadership and unwavering commitment to civic matters, longtime La Mesa Mayor Art Madrid has passed away at age 90. His leadership shaped the city, earning admiration and respect from residents, businesses and civic leaders around the region and across the country. He passed a…