SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Today, Calif. Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. issued the following proclamation, declaring a day of remembrance on April 24, 2013, of the Armenian Genocide. Text follows: PROCLAMATION Between 1915 and 1923, Armenians were subjected to torture, starvation, mass murder and exile from their historic homeland. 1.5 million lost their lives. [...]
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Calif. Gov. Brown Issues Proclamation Declaring A Day of Remembrance of the Armenian Genocide
Calif. Governor and First Lady Honor Sgt. 1st Class James F. Grissom
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — On behalf of all Californians, Governor Brown and First Lady Anne Gust Brown honor Sgt. 1st Class James F. Grissom, who bravely gave his life in service to our state and nation. The Governor and First Lady extend their deepest condolences to his family and friends at this difficult time. [...]
Calif. Governor Brown Issues Proclamation Declaring Arbor Day
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Today, Calif. Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. recognized arbor day with a poem by Gary Snyder, as part of an official proclamation. “I hope the day will be dedicated to the planting of trees not only for the benefit of this generation but as our gift to posterity,” said Brown [...]
Calif. Gov. Brown Issues Statement on Deaths of Two Santa Cruz Police Department Peace Officers
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Today, Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. issued the following statement regarding Tuesday’s shooting death of Santa Cruz Police Department Sergeant Loran “Butch” Baker and Officer Elizabeth Butler: “It is with deep sadness that Anne and I honor the bravery of Sergeant Baker and Officer Butler, who were killed Tuesday while [...]
Calif. Governor and First Lady Honor Staff Sgt. Jonathan D. Davis
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — On behalf of all Californians, Governor Brown and First Lady Anne Gust Brown honor Staff Sgt. Jonathan D. Davis, who bravely gave his life in service to our state and nation. The Governor and First Lady extend their deepest condolences to his family and friends at this difficult time. In [...]
Calif. Governor Brown Certifies Solar Project Under 2011 CEQA Reforms
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Taking action to cut red tape, create new jobs and generate clean energy, Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. has certified a second project for fast-tracked judicial and legislative review under the terms of his 2011 CEQA reforms. The McCoy Solar Project, a billion-dollar renewable solar facility that will be located [...]
Office of the Governor and The California Museum Announce Inductees to the 7th Annual California Hall of Fame
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — The Office of Calif. Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. and First Lady Anne Gust Brown along with The California Museum announced the latest inductees to the California Hall of Fame today. Now in its seventh year, the California Hall of Fame honors individuals who exemplify California’s spirit of innovation. The [...]
Calif. Governor Brown Issues Proclamation Declaring today ‘Ed Roberts Day’
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Today, Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. issued a proclamation declaring Jan. 23, 2013 as “Ed Roberts Day.” Text Follows: Ed Roberts is rightfully known as “The Father of Independent Living.” Paralyzed by polio at the age of fourteen, he was labeled “unemployable” by the state when he sought vocational rehabilitation. [...]
Calif. Governor Brown Issues Statement on Death of Galt Police Department Officer Tonn
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Calif. Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. today issued the following statement regarding the death of Galt Police Department K9 Officer Kevin Tonn.
Calif. Governor Brown Issues Proclamation Declaring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Today, Calif. Gov. Brown issued a proclamation declaring Jan. 15th as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Text follows:
Calif. Governor Brown Issues Statement on Connecticut School Shooting
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — California Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. today ordered state flags to be flown at half-staff and issued the following statement in response to the shootings at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Connecticut:
California State Fire Fee Bills Being Sent to Local 44th Assembly District Residents – Short Window to Challenge Fee
CAMARILLO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Thousands of 44th Assembly District residents in certain unincorporated areas will be receiving in the mail a new California state tax bill charging property owners an additional fee for fire prevention services within the “State Responsibility Area” (SRA). The office of Assemblyman Jeff Gorell (R-Camarillo) is asking the media to help inform residents of this new bill and the very short time window allowed to challenge or appeal an erroneous fee.
SF Mayor Lee Announces Renewed Partnership with Benioff Family and Salesforce Foundation to Help House Homeless
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — S.F. Mayor Edwin M. Lee on Monday announced Marc and Lynne Benioff and the Salesforce.com Foundation will renew their important financial support to house homeless families in San Francisco and announced additional contributions from City agencies. Contributions will ensure a second successful year for the Home for the Holidays initiative.
Calif. Governor Brown Announces 81st Annual Capitol Christmas Tree Lighting on December 5
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Today, Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. announced the 81st Annual Capitol Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony will be held on Wednesday, December 5 on the West Steps of the State Capitol. This year’s tree is a 50-foot tall white fir tree from the Latour Demonstration State Forest located near Redding in Shasta County and is the first Capitol Christmas tree from a state forest.
Calif. Gov. Brown Issues Proclamation Declaring Statewide Day of Awareness for Domestic Violence
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Today, California Governor Edmund G. Brown, Jr. issued a Proclamation Declaring Statewide Day of Awareness for Domestic Violence. Text follows:
Calif. Governor Brown Issues Proclamation Declaring Native American Day
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Today, Calif. Governor Edmund G Brown, Jr. announced a Proclamation declaring September 28, 2012, as Native American Day.
Calif. Governor Brown and Attorney General Harris Honor 3 with Public Safety Officer Medal of Valor Awards
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. was joined by Attorney General Kamala D. Harris today to honor three individuals with the Public Safety Officer Medal of Valor for their extraordinary commitment, service and bravery in the line of duty.
California Stadium Violence Prevention Bill Signed by Governor Brown
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Next time you find yourself at a football game, with a front row seat to a brawl in the stands between two rowdy fans, you’ll be able to more quickly and less conspicuously summon stadium security. Assembly Bill 2464, the Improving Personal Safety at Stadiums Act, authored by Assemblyman Mike Gatto (D-Los Angeles), was signed into law today by Calif. Governor Brown.
Governor Brown Issues Statement on Death of California Highway Patrol Officer
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. on Wednesday issued the following statement regarding the death of California Highway Patrol Officer Kenyon M. Youngstrom:
San Francisco Mayor Lee’s Statement on Sikh Temple Shooting in Wisconsin
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — “San Francisco grieves with those affected by the Sikh Temple shooting in Wisconsin. Now, more than ever, we must work together to reduce gun violence, embrace diversity and keep our communities safe,” said S.F. Mayor Edwin M. Lee, in his statement. As a mark of respect for the victims [...]
The Nature Conservancy announces its Top 10 Uniquely California Rivers – Where to Cool off Stream-side This Summer
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — The Nature Conservancy released today their top ten Uniquely California Rivers list – those that have the highest number of freshwater plants and animals found nowhere else on earth. While the weather is nice, The Conservancy is encouraging people to grab their favorite outdoor gear and visit some of [...]
SF Mayor Urges All Residents to Rethink Sugary Drinks and Hydrate with Hetch Hetchy Tap Water this Summer
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — S.F. Mayor Edwin M. Lee this week, on the first day of Summer, issued a proclamation declaring a Soda Free Summer in San Francisco through August 2012. For the past five years, the Soda Free Summer initiative has sought to increase awareness about the health impacts of drinking sugar-sweetened [...]
Calif. Governor Brown Issues Proclamation Declaring Flag Day
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Proclamation Declaring Flag Day: On June 14th, 1777, in the midst of our struggle to free ourselves from the colonial rule of Great Britain, the Second Continental Congress adopted the “Stars and Stripes” as the flag of the nascent United States of America. Since that day, our flag has served [...]
Calif. Governor and First Lady Honor Cpl. Taylor J. Baune
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — On behalf of all Californians, Governor Brown and First Lady Anne Gust Brown honor Cpl. Taylor J. Baune, who bravely gave his life in service to our state and nation. The Governor and First Lady extend their deepest condolences to his family and friends at this difficult time. In memorial, [...]
World Travel in a Model T Ford: Adventure and Intrigue Surround the Life of Aloha Wanderwell
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Richard Diamond, founder of AlohaWanderwell.com, announced this week that June 4, 2012 marks the sixteenth anniversary of Aloha Wanderwell’s death, the first woman to travel around the world in an automobile – a Model T Ford that she affectionately named ‘Little Lizzie.’ Aloha was 16 when she began this journey in 1922.
L.A. Mayor Villaraigosa Issues Statement Regarding President Obama’s Support for Same-Sex Marriage
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa issued the following statement today in response to President Obama’s support for same-sex marriage:
Calif. Governor Brown and First Lady Honor Lt. Christopher E. Mosko
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — On behalf of all Californians, Governor Brown and First Lady Anne Gust Brown honor Lt. Christopher E. Mosko, who bravely gave his life in service to our state and nation. The Governor and First Lady extend their deepest condolences to his family and friends at this difficult time.
Calif. Governor and First Lady Honor Spc. Manuel J. Vasquez
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — On behalf of all Californians, Governor Brown and First Lady Anne Gust Brown honor Spc. Manuel J. Vasquez, who bravely gave his life in service to our state and nation. The Governor and First Lady extend their deepest condolences to his family and friends at this difficult time.
Consulate General of Japan Presents San Francisco with Akebono Flowering Cherry Trees
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — On Monday, S.F. Mayor Edwin M. Lee joined Consul General of Japan Hiroshi Inomata and the San Francisco Recreation and Park Department to celebrate the United States-Japan Cherry Blossom Centennial by planting a ceremonial cherry blossom tree in Golden Gate Park’s Japanese Tea Garden.
Calif. Governor Brown Issues Proclamation Declaring Earth Day
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — On Sunday, April 22, 2012, California Governor Brown issued the following Proclamation Declaring Earth Day:
Calif. Governor Brown Issues Proclamation Declaring Tsunami Preparedness Week
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Today, California Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. has proclaimed March 25-31, 2012, as ‘Tsunami Preparedness Week.’ The full proclamation text follows.
Calif. Governor Brown Honors 102 Year-Old WWII Veteran during Women’s Military History Week
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. met with 102 year-old WWII veteran Bea Cohen today at the State Capitol, as part of celebrations honoring Women’s Military History Week. Ms. Cohen is believed to be the oldest living female WWII veteran in California and one of the oldest in the country.
S.F. Mayor Lee’s Statement on Ninth Circuit Decision on Prop 8 as Unconstitutional
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — S.F. Mayor Edwin M. Lee today issued the following statement after the U.S. Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals in San Francisco ruled unconstitutional Proposition 8:
L.A. Mayor Villaraigosa Launches 2012 Earned Income Tax Credit Awareness Program For Working Families
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ — L.A. Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa and community partners today launched the Greater Los Angeles Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) Campaign Partnership, an annual effort to help qualified low and moderate-income families claim the tax credits they deserve.
Calif. Governor and First Lady Honor Sgt. William C. Stacey
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — On behalf of all Californians, Governor Brown and First Lady Anne Gust Brown honor Sgt. William C. Stacey, who bravely gave his life in service to our state and nation.
Calif. Senator Alex Padilla Applauds Komen for Reversing Position on Planned Parenthood
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — California State Senator Alex Padilla (D-Pacoima) today applauded Komen for the Cure for reversing position on Planned Parenthood. ‘I am very pleased to hear that Komen has reversed position and is now open to future funding for Planned Parenthood.’
San Francisco’s Castro District to Host Largest Showing of AIDS Memorial Quilt in 25 Years
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /Californa Newswire/ — Courtesy of Under One Roof, the NAMES Project Foundation, the AIDS Emergency Fund, and San Francisco businessman Petyr Kane, sections of the renowned AIDS Memorial Quilt will be shown at various locations in San Francisco’s Castro neighborhood the week of February 12 – 20, 2012.
Calif. Assemblymember Hall to Honor Los Angeles County Reserve Sheriff Deputy Shervin Lalezary
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Assemblymember Isadore Hall, III (D – Los Angeles) will lead fellow legislators in honoring Los Angeles County Reserve Deputy Sheriff Shervin Lalezary for his acts of bravery during a ceremony in the Assembly Chambers on Thursday, January 19, 2012.
Gov. Brown: State of the State 2012 – ‘California on the Mend’
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — In his 2012 State of the State speech, Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. said California is “on the mend” and laid out an ambitious agenda for economic growth in the year ahead. The full text of the speech follows: (Remarks as prepared)
Calif. Gov. Brown Issues Proclamation Declaring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — California Governor Edmund G. Brown issued a Proclamation declaring January 15th 2012 as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
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