On Saturday morning, I had the pleasure of attending two wonderful community events.
First, I attended the Harriet Tubman Unity Walk kick-off at the @pomona4as Followed by the ribbon cutting ceremony for the new playground at Ted Greene Park and the Opening Ceremonies of @tedgreenelittleleague
I'm ecstatic about the investment the City is making to improve and enhance city parks and looking forward to the completion of the additional playground at Washington Park in D3 as well as the new restrooms.
Good things are worth waiting for 🙌
Thank you to @reneebarbee7 for the last picture
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Congratulations to @siemens_usa on the completion of Phase 1 of their Wellwater Project 🎉
For over 50 years Siemens has manufactured infrastructure products in Pomona's District 3 and the renovation and expansion will "future-proof" the site so the work can continue beyond the next 50 years.
This LEED Gold building signifies 120 more union jobs for our community and a $95m dollar investment in the 93,000 sq. foot expansion.
I want to thank Siemens USA for working with the Planning Staff of the @cityofpomona to ensure our community benefits not only economically, but aesthetically by adding public art and walkways when Phase 2 is complete.
The bar for sustainable construction and manufacturing in Pomona has been set 🙌
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It's always a pleasure to attend the Annual Freedom Fund hosted by @naacppomonavalley
Several community leaders were honored including my new colleagues Councilmembers Canales and Martin 🎉 Congratulations to all!
The theme “Moving Forward In a World of Discord” was eloquently spoken about by the opening speaker, L.A. Supervisor for the first district @hildasolis
Thank you to the planning committee for a wonderful event. Together We Are Stronger!
#naacp #naacppvb #communityengagement #naacpfreedomfund
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This weekend I was able to visit the Grand Canyon for the first time 🌄
While visiting this breathtaking piece of American landscape, I was saddened to hear President Trump is firing about 3,400 recent hires with the US Forest Service as well as terminating about 1,000 workers with the National Parks Service.
Staffing cuts of this magnitude will have devastating consequences for parks and communities as visitors to National Parks continue to increase each year.
The over 100 year old efforts to protect the unique and important ecosystems of National Parks for future generations are being threatened. Delays in critical visitor management systems, and the loss of experienced staff threaten not only the ecological integrity of parks but vital scientific research. Without park staff and consistent protections, the progress in conservation, accessibility, and responsible stewardship gained since 1916 is in danger.
California has nine national parks (more than any other state), several national forests, and 149 wilderness areas. Protect California and her natural resources when you visit this spring and summer. Help protect the parks by practicing "Leave No Trace" principles and following posted signs and directions. Basically, act responsibly and self-sufficiently to alleviate pressure on reduced park staff and protect the beauty around us.
Enjoy your visit and stay hydrated 🏞️
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“I believe that unarmed truth and unconditional love will have the final word in reality. That is why right, temporarily defeated, is stronger than evil triumphant.” -- MLK, Jr.
Happy Martin Luther King Jr. Day ✊🏼
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