Around the District
September 11
September 11th marked the 14th Anniversary of one of the greatest tragedies our nation has ever seen. I spent the day reflecting on the lives we lost on September 11, 2001 and on the brave men and women who have sacrificed everything to protect our country and values. My staff attended events around the community honoring our fallen, including the Patriot Day Event in Richard Rioux Park, the 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony at the AV Mall, and the Patriots Day Assembly at Foster James Elementary School in Santa Clarita.
9/11 Remembrance Ceremony at the AV Mall
Simi Valley Days Parade
On Saturday, Lily and I had a great time at the Simi Valley Days Fair & Music Festival. We participated in the parade then spent the day chatting with members of the community and enjoying the festivities.
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| Lily & I at the Simi Valley Days Parade |
SCV Walk To End Alzheimer’s
Sunday morning I spoke at the SCV Walk To End Alzheimer’s. It was a great group of people coming together for a great cause. Thank you to everyone who participated!
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| Speaking at the SCV Walk To End Alzheimer’s |
POW/MIA Recognition Day
Last Friday was POW/MIA Recognition Day. May we never forget the men and women who have sacrificed their all for our freedom. Special thanks to Bobby Breech and the Antelope Valley Service Organization Association for the POW/MIA Ceremony at Poncitlan Square.
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| Honoring our POW/MIA Men and Women |
Rocketdyne Site Cleanup
On September 15th I hosted a meeting with Supervisor Michael D. Antonovich, Supervisor Peter Foy, John Luker of the Susana Mountain Park Association, and two members of the Santa Susana Field Laboratory Community Advisory Group in my Simi Valley Office. We discussed the current status of the Rocketdyne Site Cleanup effort and the next steps in resolving the issue.
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| Discussing the Rocketdyne Site Cleanup Effort |
William “Pete” Knight Memorial AIRE Award
I was honored last week to present the William “Pete” Knight Memorial AIRE Award to Deluxe Corporation’s Site Manager Pat Espinosa and EHS Specialist Lynne Gentry. This award was in recognition of Deluxe Corporation’s commitment to protecting local air quality.
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| Presenting the William “Pete” Knight Memorial AIRE Award |
Military Academy Information Day
Thank you to everyone who made it to our Military Academy Information Day at the College of the Canyons last weekend. If you know any young men or women who are interested in applying to a Military Academy, it’s not too late to get an information packet. Please call my Antelope Valley Office at (661) 441-0320 to request more information.
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| Military Academy Information Day |
Protecting Our Most Vulnerable
Last week the House passed H.R. 3504, the Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act, of which I am a proud original co-sponsor. This legislation would protect an incredibly vulnerable and overlooked population: survivors of abortions. H.R. 3504 would impose criminal penalties on health care practitioners who fail to provide an infant who has survived an abortion with the same care they would provide other infants of the same gestational age.Commissary Letter
As the son of an Air Force Test Pilot and a Veteran of the US Army, I can say firsthand that commissaries are a vital part of life for military families. That is why last week I signed a letter to the Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee urging him to resist a policy change that would force commissary customers to pay for overseas shipping for fresh fruits and vegetables. This would harm service members and their families by driving prices up. Click here to read the full letter.
Tele Town Hall
On Thursday I hosted a Telephone Town Hall with constituents from around the Antelope, Santa Clarita and Simi Valleys. We discussed a wide range of issues, from immigration policy to my office’s role in helping seniors navigate the Social Security Administration. Don’t worry if you missed the call, I will host another in the near future!
Prepping for the Pope
This week, Congress will host Pope Francis and I will be privileged to be in his presence. One can only fathom his words which will be spoken to the joint gathering of Congress, but it is sure to be historic.
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Streets of Lancaster Grand Prix
September 25-27
West Lancaster Blvd, Lancaster10th Annual Wag ‘n Walk
September 26, 8am-12pm
Rancho Simi Community Park, at the amphitheater, 1765 Royal Avenue, Simi Valley
13th Annual Rubber Ducky Festival
September 26, 11am-2pm
Bridgeport Park, 23520 Bridgeport Lane, Santa Clarita
Be the Light 5k Run/Walk
September 26, 7pm
West Creek Park, 24247 Village Circle Drive, Valencia
Box City
September 26-27, 3pm-7:30am
Heritage Park, 24155 Newhall Ranch Road, Santa Clarita
Fund Raisin’ for a Barn Raisin’
September 26, Horseshoe Tournament: 10am, Dinner: 6pm
Antelope Valley Fairgrounds, 2551 West Avenue H, Lancaster
Simi Valley Living Green Expo
September 26, 10am-3pm
Simi Valley Town Center, 1555 Simi Town Center Way, Simi Valley
SCV Leaders in Character Dinner 10th Anniversary Honoree Recognition Dinner
Friday, October 9
To learn about sponsorship opportunities or to RSVP, call 661-284-6330 or email ransom.boynton@scouting.org
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So what are the next steps in the Rocketdyne clean up? Don’t show us a picture of you meeting and not list what was discussed! This has taken too long and needs to be fixed!