About Ross
Ross Chun has been a homeowner and resident of Aliso Viejo for 22 years. He and his wife Suzanne chose this beautiful city to purchase their home, and raise their two children, Sarah and Evan. For the past 22 years, Ross and his family have been active in the community, the local schools, and in city events.
Ross began his volunteerism in Aliso Viejo with an appointment to the Parks and Landscape committee where he worked for almost 4 years to ensure Aliso Viejo's 21 parks were maintained beautifully, and with a focus on effective management and fiscal responsibility. It was during this time that he was elected as Pacific Grove's Delegate to The Aliso Viejo Community Association, representing his district to the Master Association and in city matters that affect his neighborhood and the community.
in 2006, Ross was elected to the Aliso Viejo Community Association Board of Directors where he served as the Board Secretary, Vice President, and four times as the Board President, leading the Board in decisions that impacted the community's 21 parks, slopes and common areas, its events, and its budget of approximately $28,000,000.
During his time on the AVCA Board, Ross was appointed by the City Council to Aliso Viejo's first Planning Commission, where he served with his fellow commissioners to review development plans and make recommendations to the Aliso Viejo City Council.
Ross has donated countless hours to fine organizations like The American Cancer Society, Relay For Life, Savannah's Organic Ranch, Aliso Viejo Community Foundation, The Sustainability Forum, the Laguna Canyon Foundation, Surfrider Foundation's South Orange County Chapter, and the PTSA's at Canyon Vista Elementary School, Don Juan Avila Middle School and Aliso Niguel High School as well as the Capistrano Unified School District Foundation and local public and private schools. Most recently, Ross joined the board of the Aliso Viejo Community Foundation.
Ross Chun continues to serve many worthy charitable organizations and serves as the Director of Development for a non-profit organization that helps find short-term housing for children and their families facing homelessness in Orange County. Ross works with the community's youth by volunteering his time to mentor students at the local high school and providing internships at Soka University. With their new rescue dog Ari, the entire family can be seen enjoying the community parks and and local businesses.
Community Leader Scholarship
For 10 years, Ross awarded deserving students from Aliso Niguel High School the Community Leader Scholarship. Now with the Aliso Viejo Community Foundation, the scholarship program has been expanded in include even more students and continues to be based on academic achievement, athletics participation, community service and financial need.
Tour Our Town
For the past 3 years, Councilman Chun has volunteered his time to take Soka University students on a tour of Aliso Viejo, showing them the restaurants, retail shops, recreation areas, and of course, City Hall. Last year, Councilman Richard Hurt joined the tour to give his perspective as the youngest member of the City Council and the youngest Mayor is our city's history.
Helping Businesses to Grow and Thrive
For years now, Councilman Chun has worked with the Aliso Viejo Chamber of Commerce to find new ways to bring the community together and support our local economy. Two years ago, Ross started an event we call Meet the Merchants, where residents gather at one of Aliso Viejo's many retail centers to shop and dine with new merchants as well as some of our old favorites.
Working With Students Across The County
Through mentorship and collaboration, Ross leads students by example, and donates his time to a variety of student organizations. Whether it's youth sports, Scouting or the Aliso Viejo Youth Council, Ross donates his time and effort to guide students toward a successful education and productive career.
Recognized By Soka University For Work With Students, Faculty and the Community
In a surprise ceremony, Councilman Chun was awarded Soka University's Highest Honor for his work with the student community. Over the past 22 years, Councilman Chun has served the student body as a guest lecturer and mentor, and collaborated with the faculty and administration on programs and events that engage and inform students, and entertain the Soka University community.
Supporting Charitable Organizations and Important Local Events
For more than 2 decades, Ross and his family have supported The American Cancer Society and the Relay for Life in Aliso Viejo. This year when the Aliso Viejo City Council withdrew its support of the event, Ross worked with The City of Laguna Niguel and both the Laguna Niguel and Aliso Viejo Chambers of Commerce to create an Aliso Viejo Relay Team at the Laguna Niguel event. The 2015 Relay For Life in Laguna Niguel broke records of fundraising, attendance and participation. Cancer survivor Sheriff Sandra Hutchens joined the event and supported with worthy cause.
