She was re-elected in 2009 and 2013 .
After a landslide victory in the general election in November 2005 , Mendez took office as the 2nd district 's Councilwoman in January 2006 .
Mendez was re-elected in 2009 and 2013 .
After a landslide victory in the general election in November 2005 , Mendez took office as the 2nd district 's Councilwoman in January 2006 .