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1986 - COC board votes to allow Argentine cliff swallows to nest forever on sides of buildings [story]
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Pavley: Hearings Highlight Vitality of Clean Energy Economy
Tuesday, Feb 9, 2016

Sen. Fran Pavley Echoing its recent message to the U.N. climate talks in Paris – that California’s economic growth and strong climate policy are not mutually exclusive – two Senate committees met jointly last week to explore how California can continue its leadership in building a clean energy...

California Growth Highlighted at Senate Committee Hearing
Thursday, Feb 4, 2016

Fran Pavley Echoing its recent message to the U.N. climate talks in Paris – that California’s economic growth and strong climate policy are not mutually exclusive – two Senate committees met jointly on Wednesday to explore how California can continue its leadership in building a clean energy economy. The...

Pavley, Cohorts Take Aim at Growing Teacher Shortage
Tuesday, Feb 2, 2016

[Sen. Fran Pavley] –  Following on the heels of a Senate Education Committee hearing that highlighted the severity of a growing shortage of qualified teachers in California, three senators are proposing legislation to address the crisis. After years of decline during the lean-budget years that...

Pavley to Focus on Expected El Niño Event
Monday, Oct 26, 2015

Sen. Fran Pavley will hold a hearing with the Senate Natural Resources and Water Committee to focus on what Californians should expect to see if El Niño hits as hard as expected. The recent closure of I-5 due to mudslides from heavy rains amply demonstrated how vulnerable Southern California is to...

Now, Disabled Persons Needn’t Be Broke to Qualify for Benefits
Monday, Oct 12, 2015

Fran Pavley Individuals with disabilities and their families will be able to save money, tax free, without fear of losing eligibility for public assistance under two bills signed by Gov. Jerry Brown. Senate Bill 324 by Sen. Fran Pavley of Agoura Hills and Assembly Bill 449 by Assemblywoman Jacqui Irwin...

New Law by Pavley Should Settle Water Disputes Faster
Friday, Oct 9, 2015

Gov. Jerry Brown has signed into law Sen. Fran Pavley’s Groundwater Management Act, Senate Bill 226. The legislation strengthens last year’s landmark Sustainable Groundwater Management Act by providing an expedited, more efficient method for determining the rights of opposing parties to pump groundwater...

Brown Signs Pavley Bill Giving Prosecutors Access to Predators’ Records
Wednesday, Oct 7, 2015

Sen. Fran Pavley Gov. Jerry Brown has signed into law Sen. Fran Pavley’s Senate Bill 507. The legislation, sponsored by the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office, grants criminal prosecutors an opportunity to keep sexually violent predators out of communities. The proposal provides prosecutors...

Pavley Bill Would Open Rapists’ Hospital Records to Prosecutors
Friday, Sep 11, 2015

Sen. Fran Pavley In a final unanimous vote, California lawmakers Friday approved and sent to the governor an important public safety bill authored by Senator Fran Pavley. Senate Bill 507, sponsored by the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office, grants criminal prosecutors an opportunity to keep...

Pavley Bill Would Allow Disabled to Have Savings, Still Qualify for Assistance

Sen. Fran Pavley Individuals with disabilities and their families will be able to save money, tax free, without fear of losing eligibility for public assistance if the governor signs two bills sent to him on bipartisan votes by state lawmakers. Senate Bill 324 by Senator Fran Pavley of Agoura Hills and...

Feinstein, Boxer Endorse Pavley’s Climate Bills
Friday, Aug 28, 2015

Sen. Fran Pavley U.S. Sens. Dianne Feinstein and Barbara Boxer came out in support of two major climate and clean energy bills that are before the state Legislature, SB 32 and SB 350, and sent an open letter to members of the California State Assembly. [Text follows]   Open Letter to the California...

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Los Angeles County Fifth District Supervisor Kathryn Barger issued a statement in support of the Los Angeles County Chief Executive Officer’s presentation of a $45.4 billion budget for the forthcoming 2024-25 fiscal year.
Kathryn Barger | Statement in Support of $45.4B County Budget
In a celebration held Tuesday, April 23 at the Port of Barcelona, award-winning actress and performer Hannah Waddingham officially welcomed the newest and most innovative Princess Cruises ship, Sun Princess, serving as godmother during a star-studded naming ceremony.
Hannah Waddingham Officially Christens Sun Princess
Six comprehensive high schools in the William S. Hart Union High School District which includes Canyon, Golden Valley, Hart, Saugus, Valencia and West Ranch have been ranked among the top public high schools in the country by U.S. News & World Report.
Hart District High Schools Recognized Best in Nation
College of the Canyons will offer four summer sessions running from June 3 through Aug. 17, giving students a variety of options in both class format and scheduling designed to help them achieve their educational goals, from launching a new career to transferring to a four-year university.
COC Offers Four Summer Sessions for Flexible Learning Options
California State Sen. Scott Wilk, R-Santa Clarita, announced his measure to combat illegal dumping, by increasing penalties and closing a loophole which has enabled the problem for years, was approved in the Senate Public Safety Committee.
Wilk’s Illegal Dumping Bill Approved by Committee
Super Jazz at the Ranch, a daylong jazz festival hosted by West Ranch High School, is happening Saturday, May 18. Music will fill the air as performers from throughout the region showcase their talents.
May 18: Super Jazz Festival at West Ranch High School
California State Assemblywoman Pilar Schiavo, D-Chatsworth, has presented The Healthy Homework Act (AB 2999) to the Assembly Education Committee.
Schiavo Presents Healthy Homework Act to Prioritize Mental, Physical Health
The city of Santa Clarita has notified the public that the playground at West Creek Park, 24247 Village Circle Drive, Valencia, CA 91354, is currently closed for repairs on the rubberized surface.
West Creek Park Playground Closed for Repairs
The Santa Clarita Valley Media Collaborative invites local creatives, media industry professionals, students, parents, teachers and others to celebrate the next generation of media makers participating in the inaugural NextGen MediaMakers Festival on Saturday, May 18 from 2-5 p.m. at the Canyon Country Community Center.
May 18: NextGen MediaMakers Festival Invites Creatives, Students, Experts to Celebrate Media
1986 - COC board votes to allow Argentine cliff swallows to nest forever on sides of buildings [story]
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As Volunteer Appreciation Week approaches, the County of Los Angeles Department of Animal Care and Control wishes to extend heartfelt gratitude to all its dedicated volunteers who tirelessly contribute to DACC's mission of advancing the well-being of animals and people in the County.
DACC Pays Recognition to Volunteers
The Canyon Country Farmers Market will be celebrating their two-year anniversary Wednesday, April 24.
April 24: Canyon Country Farmer’s Market Celebrates Two-Year Anniversary
The Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital Auxiliary presented a $35,000 check Monday to the Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital Foundation for the foundation’s Patient Tower Capital Campaign.
Henry Mayo Auxiliary Fulfills $600K Patient Tower Pledge
The Acton/Agua Dulce Arts Council has announced a call for entries for "Creature Feature," a juried art exhibition, with a theme of any living creature.
Entries Needed for ‘Creature Feature’ Art Show
The Acton/Agua Dulce Arts Council has announced a call for entries for a juried exhibit open to all photographers, both professional and amateur.
Acton/Agua Dulce Arts Council Announces Call for Photographers
Recently I had the opportunity, along with spcaLA President Madeline Bernstein and Inland Valley Humane Society & SPCA President Nikole Bresciani, to meet with NBC 4 reporter Kathy Vara to discuss the current challenges facing animal sheltering organizations.
Marcia Mayeda | Current Challenges in Animal Sheltering
As city manager for 12 years now and a longtime resident of Santa Clarita, I am always proud to see how our community continues to grow.
Ken Striplin | Visit Skyline Ranch Park – Santa Clarita’s Newest Amenity
The city of Santa Clarita’s Film Office released the list of six productions currently filming in the Santa Clarita Valley for the week of Monday, April 22 - Sunday, April 28.
Filming in Santa Clarita Includes Six Productions
Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital is recognizing its valued volunteers during National Volunteer Week April 21-27.
Henry Mayo Celebrating National Volunteer Week
The regular meeting of the Saugus Union School District Governing Board will take place Tuesday, April 23, with closed session beginning at 5:30 p.m., followed immediately by public session at 6:30 p.m.
April 23: Saugus Union to Discuss 2023/24 Personnel Report
The Santa Clarita Community College District Board of Trustees will hold a self-evaluation workshop Wednesday, April 24, beginning at 2 p.m.
April 24: COC Board of Trustees’ Self-Evaluation Workshop
A Los Angeles County Sheriff's deputy, who was severely injured in October after an explosion and fire at a Pitchess Detention Center mobile shooting range, died Saturday, LASD announced Sunday.
LASD Deputy Dies Months After Pitchess Shooting Range Explosion
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