Gabriel Quiñones was elected to the La Puente City Council in November 2020 and was re-elected in 2024. He served as Mayor in 2024. He has resided in La Puente since his early childhood and has attended Nelson Elementary, Sparks Middle School, and La Puente High School.

Council Member Quiñones advocated for implementing a Pride Event and Resources Fair to recognize the LGBTQ+ community in La Puente and provide LGBTQ people with necessary resources. He also advocates for developing and implementing youth programs that will encourage and support future generations.