The Legacy Continues... Roybal Foundation Legacy Gala
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Thank you to our sponsors
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Strategic Group, Inc.
Maldonado Family
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Welcomes You To Celebrate
THE ROYBAL LEGACY GALA Honoring The Honorable Warren T. Furutani Edward R. Roybal Award – Public Service
The Honorable Gloria Molina Lucille Beserra Roybal Award – Excellence in the Community
Laura V. Farber Judge Harry Pregerson Award
Medal Recipients Ron Herrera - Labor Darline Robles, PhD – Education Betty Avila – Arts & Humanities
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Chairman’s Welcome Message Thank you for joining us this evening and welcome to the Legacy Gala. Tonight’s honorees have made a tremendous and positive difference throughout our communities and across California. They are truly deserving individuals; the Honorable Warren Furutani, the Honorable Gloria Molina, Laura Farber, Ron Herrera, Dr. Darline Robles, and Betty Avila. The Roybal Foundation has provided invaluable services to the East Los Angeles community for over 30 years and your support to the Roybal Foundation has been critical to our ongoing success. I grew up proud to know I was related to Ed Roybal. He was always available to me growing up and in fact, helped me with a project where I did research on his first congressional election while a student at Loyola Marymount University. Though busy, he was always present at family gatherings and often told me “family comes first.” The ability to be part of an organization that promotes the ideals and legacy of Lucille and Edward R. Roybal is truly an honor for me. Service to the Lucille and Edward R. Roybal Foundation is my thank you for all the things Lucille and Ed did in their lives to strengthen our family values and serve our community. On behalf of my fellow Board members and the Roybal Foundation team, I thank each of you for being a part of this special evening and continued support. We hope you enjoy your evening and learn about why the Roybal Foundation is so special. Louis Roybal Gardner, CLU
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ROYBAL FOUNDATION For over 34 years, the Roybal Foundation has developed a new generation of leaders through scholarships, internships and programs that are relevant to the needs of the community to carry forth the legacy of leadership and community service of its founders.
Aquaponics Garden
Roybal Academy
ELAN - a new generation of LEADERS JOIN US AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE… WE ARE THE ROYBAL FOUNDATION
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OUR MISSION The Lucille and Edward R. Roybal Foundation developes and provides services dedicated to improving health education and social services to the community and preserving and promoting the pioneering spirit and legacy of the Congressman and Mrs. Edward R. Roybal and their contributions to society. Board of Directors Louis Gardner, Board Chair Ramon Miramontes, Treasurer Jimmy O’Balles, Secretary Jorge Lambrinos Daniel C. Maldonado Loushana Rose Roybal Frank Villalobos Advisory Committee Edward R. Roybal, Jr. Lillian Roybal Rose Roybal Legacy Gala Committee Members Gabi Barbarena Ramon Miramontes Louis Gardner Jimmy O’Balles Manuel Gonez Loushana Rose Roybal Jorge Lambrinos Abel Salas Rudy Lopez Crystal Torres Yvonne Matthews
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PROGRAM
Reception
Hosted by Jerry B. Epstein
Silent Auction
Posting of Colors
California State Guard Color Guard
Dinner Awards Presentation Richard Montoya
Master of Ceremonies Coee Station
Hosted by Maldonado Family & WSH Management
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Honorary Co-Chair Letter Dear Friends, Welcome to the Legacy Gala! Tonight’s celebration is a result of many selfless individual and group efforts to make this Gala a success, we thank everyone for their dedication to the Roybal Foundation. We are excited to celebrate in the historic Tournament of Roses House among friends, colleagues, and family and honored to Co-Chair this special event. Tonight’s honorees are exceptional role models and are deserving of this honor as they have inspired youth to dream, empowered people to act and engaged communities to move forward. Congratulations to our distinguished honorees, the Honorable Warren Furutani, the Honorable Gloria Molina, Laura Farber, Ron Herrera, Dr. Darline Robles and Betty Avila. The Lucille and Edward R. Roybal Foundation commemorates the legacy of leadership and community service of its founders, the late Congressman Edward R. Roybal and Mrs. Lucille Beserra Roybal. The funds raised tonight will benefit the Aquaponics Garden, Wellness workshops, and Advocacy Leadership group – The East Los Angeles Network. The programs platform allows the Roybal Foundation to educate, empower and enrich the East Los Angeles community. A big thank you to the Gala sponsors and supporters who have made this celebration possible. Enjoy this wonderful evening,
Rick & Rory Olivarez
Ramon & Guesly Miramontes
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2019 Roybal Legacy Gala Honorary Committee
Co-Chairs Ramon Miramontes & Guelsy Gomez Rick & Rory Olivarez
Vice-Chairs Maria Tornek & the Honorable Terry Tornek, Mayor of Pasadena Tara Gomez- Hampton, PhD & the Honorable Tyron Hampton, Vice Mayor of Pasadena Tara Gomez- Hampton, PhD & the Honorable Tyron Hampton, Vice Mayor of Pasadena
Committee Berlinda Brown, Trustee, Pasadena City College Ernie Cardenas, Member, Tournament of Roses Congressman Tony Cardenas, 29th District Darryl Dunn, General Manager, Rose Bowl David Eads, CEO, Tournament of Roses Lisa Roybal Elliott, Esq. Letty & Arturo Ibarra, DDS Dr. Brian McDonald, Superintendent, PUSD Steve Mermell, Pasadena City Manager Debra Nakatomi Barbosa Polverini
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The Honorable Warren T. Furutani Edward R. Roybal Award Public Service Warren T. Furutani has been a community activist for 50 years. In the late 60’s he worked to establish Asian American Studies at UCLA and Cal State Long Beach and admissions programs for under-represented students. He was one of the founders of the Manzanar Pilgrimage/Committee and worked in the APIA community and other communities of color around a multitude of civil rights and social justice issues. He was also the first APIA elected to the Los Angeles Unified School District board of education(two terms, eight years), the second APIA to be elected to the LA Community College District Board of Trustees (three terms, ten years), and served in the State Assembly (three terms), where he chaired the APIA Legislative Caucus for three years. He retired from the legislature in November 2012 and has since served as a Commissioner on the Los Angeles City Board of Public Works. Currently, he is a senior fellow at UCLA’s Luskin School of Public Affairs and an education and government relations consultant. Warren is married to Lisa Abe Furutani and they have two married sons and a grand daughter.
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The Honorable Gloria Molina Lucille Beserra Roybal Award Excellence in the Community A proud daughter of a Mexican mother and a Mexican-American father, Gloria Molina represented the L.A.’s First District on the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors for more than two decades. Growing up in the Pico Rivera area, she learned that eliminating unfair barriers is the best way to ensure equal opportunity. From founding East L.A.’s Comisión Femeníl Mexicana Nacional to serving in the Carter White House, that idea has driven her lifelong commitment to public service. In 1982, Molina made history as the first Chicana elected to the California State Assembly. In this role, she combined passionate advocacy with formidable political skill to strengthen communities in the 56th Assembly District and statewide. In 1991, she became the first Latina to join the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors, where she was known as a fiscal watchdog committed to good government reforms, maintenance of the county’s public health care delivery system, and quality-of-life issues—particularly for the one million county residents residing in the unincorporated areas. Named as one of the Democratic Party’s “10 Rising Stars” by TIME magazine in 1996, Molina served as one of four Vice Chairs of the Democratic National Committee through 2004. During the 2000 Presidential Election, Molina was one of 15 top women leaders nationwide to be named as a possible Vice-Presidential candidate by the White House Project, a non-profit, non-partisan group dedicated to raising awareness of women’s leadership in American politics.
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Laura V. Farber Judge Harry Pregerson Award Laura Farber was named President for the 2019-2020 Tournament of Roses year, becoming the first Latina to hold the post. Laura has been a volunteer member of the Tournament of Roses Association since 1993 and was elected to the Executive Committee in 2012. Professionally, Laura is a partner in the Pasadena law firm of Hahn & Hahn, where she practices civil litigation with an emphasis in employment disputes. Additionally, Laura is a member of the American Bar Association, where she serves as the State Delegate for California in the House of Delegates, Chair of the Latin America and Caribbean Initiative Council, a member of the Rule of Law Initiative Board, a member of the Steering Committee of the Nominating Committee, former member of the Board of Governors representing the State of California and past chair of the Young Lawyers Division. She has also served as President of the Barristers, the Los Angeles County Bar Association’s young lawyers division. Born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Laura’s native language is Spanish. She earned her bachelor’s degree, cum laude, with departmental highest honors, in 1987 from University of California, Los Angeles and her juris doctor, cum laude, in 1990 from Georgetown University. Laura and her husband, Tomás Lopez, reside in South Pasadena and have two children, Christopher and Jessica.
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Ron Herrera Medal of Courage in Labor Ron Herrera has been a Union member for over 40 years. His commitment to the Labor Movement was taught to him by his father, who was a longtime member of the International Longshore and Warehouse Union Local 13 and worked the Ports of Long Beach, Los Angeles, and Oakland. Ron’s father taught him a deep respect for worker rights, social justice and the critical role of Labor Unions in advancing these interests. Ron started his Union career in 1975 when he accepted a job with United Parcel Service as a package car driver, becoming one of a handful of Latino drivers employed by UPS at the time. Motivated by the teachings and legacy of his Father, Ron quickly became active in his Union and was subsequently elected as a Trustee of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters Executive Board in 2011. By 2015, Ron was appointed by International Brotherhood of Teamsters General President Jim Hoffa to the position of International Brotherhood of Teamsters Western Region Vice President on the General Executive Board. Ron also serves as the International Director of the 32,000-member Teamster Solid Waste and Recycling Division. He is also the Chairman of the UPS/Teamsters Article 43 National Committee, Executive Assistant to the Teamsters National Hispanic Caucus, and Recording Secretary of Teamsters Joint Council 42. Currently, Ron serves the Los Angeles Labor Community as a Vice President of the Los Angeles County Federation of Labor. Dedicated to bettering the lives of workers through organizing, he has led many successful organizing campaigns enabling workers in the Solid Waste, Logistics and Graphic industries to become Union members. He leads a partnership with the Los Angeles Alliance for a New Economy (LAANE), the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, the Los Angeles and Orange County Federations of Labor, religious and community groups. This coalition has enabled thousands of workers throughout Los Angeles and Southern California to become members of the Teamsters Union. Ron looks forward to continuing his fight against income inequality and corporate greed as a leader in the battle to improve the lives of working families.
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Darline Robles, PhD
Medal of Courage in Education Darline Robles, the former superintendent of Los Angeles County Office of Education, joined the USC Rossier School of Education as Professor of Clinical Education in 2010. In addition to teaching in the school’s doctoral and master’s programs, Dr. Robles is responsible for the development of a new hybrid master’s degree program in school leadership, to be delivered both online and on-campus. She leads the program development effort in conjunction with faculty and external organizations and experts. Dr. Robles also serves as Rossier’s Diversity Liaison to the University of Southern California. Dr. Robles was appointed County Superintendent of Schools in June 2002, and led the nation’s largest regional education service agency, serving 93 school districts and 55 joint power agencies that educate 1.7 million students from pre-kindergarten through community college, until her retirement in August 2010. She was the first woman and Latina to serve in the post. As superintendent, Dr. Robles focused on at-risk and special needs students in schools run by the Office of Education, and directed services to cash-strapped districts, particularly those with low-performing schools. She also led a reorganization of the Office’s highly lauded Head Start preschool program Dr. Robles served as Superintendent of Schools for Salt Lake City School District from 1995 to 2002, where she successfully closed the achievement gap and significantly reduced the dropout rate, and as Superintendent of Schools for Montebello Unified School District from 1991 to 1995. In 2009, and again in 2011, Dr. Robles was named one of the nation’s top 100 influential Hispanic Americans by Hispanic Business magazine. In 2010, Dr. Robles was invited to join President Obama’s Advisory Commission on Educational Excellence for Hispanics and was named Woman of the Year by the LA County Commission for Women. Dr. Robles presents to national audiences on leadership and culturally proficiency. She is an associate for Hazard, Young & Attea, assisting with superintendent searches. Dr. Robles is a co-author of the recently published book, A Culturally Proficient Society Begins in School: Leadership for Equity and a leadership consultant to school districts and non-profit organizations.
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Betty Avila
Medal of Courage in Arts & Humanities Betty Avila is from Los Angeles and raised in Cypress Park. Her work has centered on the intersection of the arts and social justice, with focus on community building, public space, and youth empowerment. Betty has held positions with the Getty Research Institute, The Music Center and the Levitt Pavilion MacArthur Park. She joined Self Help Graphics & Art’s leadership in 2015, an organization with a 46-year nationally recognized artistic legacy of empowering the Chicana/o and Latinx communities of Los Angeles through the arts. Betty is a Board member of the Center for Cultural Innovation, Arts for LA, and is a founding board member of People for Mobility Justice (formerly Multicultural Communities for Mobility), an organization that supports low-income communities of color that bike, walk and use public transit in Los Angeles County. Betty was a member of the inaugural Advisory Committee for Los Angeles County’s Cultural Equity and Inclusion Initiative that resulted in the recommendation of cultural policy unanimously approved by the County Board of Supervisors. In 2017, Betty was named one of C-Suite Quarterly Magazine’s NextGen 10 in Philanthropy, Arts and Culture and an Impact-Maker to Watch by City Impact Labs. She received her B.A. in Literature at Pitzer College, has an M.A. in Arts Management from Claremont Graduate University, and is a 2008 Fulbright Fellow to Korea.
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Richard Montoya Master of Ceremonies
Montoya is a playwright & filmmaker. His third feature film the documentary Carlos Almaraz: Playing with Fire has just been completed. A social Justice Warrior and art activist he is focused on Chicano\a storytelling. Current new works include projects about SELENA and the Transgender community and Ritchie Valens The Musical with Los Lobos. Film projects include American Homicide: Ruben Salazar with Edward James Olmos and Jacob Vargas attached and a film version of Chavez Ravine the landmark play by Culture Clash which Montoya co-founded in 1984. A Sundance Institute and Annenberg film fellow Montoya is an unapologetic fanboy of the ROYBAL legacy and The Old Man: The Honorable Edward Roybal. He dedicates his MC duties tonight to the memory of Mr. Henry Lozano. Rest in ever lasting Peace old loyal Vato!
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Manny Torres
2019 Legacy Award Artist
Los Angeles based artist/designer Manny Torres has been honing his skills in digital fabrication for the past several years. Originally an architect, Manny blended his digital fabrication skills with ten years of architectural experience, bringing about a perfect marriage of his two passions now working under the moniker 2ndwnd. Manny’s evolution into digital fabrication allowed him to introduce another element to his union and extend the range of his artistic talent even further. His use of salvaged architectural materials in an artistic approach allows Manny to challenge the boundaries of digital design utilizing raw materials to tell stories, which explore the depths of expression and composition.
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In Memory of Jerry B. Epstein On behalf of the Board of Directors, our heartfelt thank you to Jerry B. Epstein for his vision and generosity that allowed the Lucille and Edward R. Roybal Foundation to continue to empower the East Los Angeles community. You will be missed. Jerry B (Bernard) Epstein passed away quietly on September 2nd, after a long and wonderful life filled with extended family and friends and marked by great deeds. Jerry was born on August 29, 1923, the only child of Meyer (Mike) and Tilda Epstein, and raised in the Bronx and Mount Vernon, New York. Jerry met the love of his life, Pat (Tananbaum) Epstein, when he was a student at Emory University after the end of World War II. They were married on December 26, 1948. After more than 66 years of an extraordinary marriage, Pat predeceased Jerry on July 22, 2015. Jerry was one of the greatest of “the Greatest Generation.” He enlisted shortly after Pearl Harbor and served as an enlisted man and commissioned officer in the United States Army and Air Force. He served on active duty during multiple island invasions in the Pacific during World War II, flew in B-17 and B-29 bombers during the war, and later served in the reserves until 1967. He received an Honorable Discharge and later in life, he contributed to many veterans’ organizations and museums, most notably the National World War II Museum in New Orleans. Pat and Jerry settled permanently in Los Angeles in December 1949. By 1952, Jerry became involved in real estate, primarily in the planning, construction, and management of multifamily rental apartments. He is best known for his leading role among the founders of Marina del Rey, California, which became the largest pleasure boat harbor community in the world. The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors, the Marina del Rey Historical Society, and the Marina del Rey Chamber of Commerce honored him for his vision and leadership. Jerry was most identified with Del Rey Shores and the recently built Shores Apartments, where his closest partners were Kirk and Anne Douglas, with whom Jerry shared more than 50 years of a business partnership and an even better friendship. Jerry served on several important local and state public bodies, to include the Los Angeles County Economy and Efficiency Commission in the 1970s. He was the first Chairman of the Energy Commission for the Cities and County of Los Angeles, and a member of the Board of Airport Commissioners of the City of Los Angeles. Jerry was subsequently
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appointed Chairman of the California Transportation Commission and later as Vice Chair of the California High-Speed Rail Authority. At Jerry’s recommendation, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors established a three-person advisory group, including Jerry, to oversee the County staff ’s management of the $1 Billion construction of the County USC Hospital. Among Jerry’s proudest achievements was the Los Angeles State Building Authority, a joint state/city agency responsible for the conception, construction, and financing of the Ronald Reagan State Building and the Junipero Serra State Building in downtown Los Angeles. First appointed Vice President, Jerry became President of the Authority between 1989 and 2010, and from 2011 to the present. He played a critical role in the successful fight to prevent the sale of state office buildings in 201011 because of his strongly held principles that the proposed sale was neither prudent nor in the public interest. In addition to his civic commission activities, Jerry was a Trustee of the Saint John’s Hospital and Health Center Foundation in Santa Monica for more than 40 years and served as the President of the Foundation Board in 2005-2006. He was a Chair of the Development Committee which oversaw the $500 Million planning, design, and reconstruction of St. John’s following the 1994 earthquake. Pat and Jerry were honored by the National Conference of Christians and Jews, the Boys and Girls Club of Venice, Big Brothers of America, Portals, and Saint John’s Hospital. He was proud to support many other charitable organizations, including the Lucille and Edward R. Roybal Foundation as well as MAZON’s efforts to help food-insecure veterans. Pat and Jerry were also prominent supporters of Jewish Federation, the Jewish Home for the Aging, the Washington Institute for Near East Policy, and Jewish Family Service of Los Angeles. The Fitness Center in the new JFS Gunther Hirsh Family Center will be dedicated to Pat and Jerry B. Epstein. His penchant for artwork of the American flag and eagles is well-known. During his adult lifetime, he assembled an extraordinary American history document collection, including a rare Stone engraving of the Declaration of Independence and signatures of each signer of the Declaration of Independence, which were donated to Colonial Williamsburg. Jerry’s remarkable vision and tenacity are best reflected in the development of Marina del Rey, as well as in the state’s role in the rejuvenation of the Historic Core of downtown Los Angeles. All those who knew Jerry, respected and trusted him for his candor and commitment to serving the community and the public interest. Above all, Jerry was a kind and generous gentleman who treated everyone with respect. He was especially beloved at Hillcrest Country Club, the California Yacht Club, and Saint John’s Hospital.
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES WASHINGTON, D. C. 20515 LINDA T. Sร NCHEZ 38TH DISTRICT CALIFORNIA
October 5, 2019
Greetings, It is with great pleasure that I join you in celebrating the Lucile & Edward R. Roy Roybal Foundation 2019 Legacy Gala. The Lucille and Edward R. Roybal Foundation was established to commemorate the legacy of leadership and community service of its founders, the late Congressman Edward R. Roybal and Mrs. Lucille Beserra Roybal. For over 34 years, the Roybal Foundation has succeeded in developing and providing valuable programs and services to the East Los Angeles community. The outstanding leadership of the board of directors and staff at Roybal oybal Foundation has positively oy impacted the lives of my constituents and the individuals in the Greater Los Angeles area. I would also like to extend my congratulations to the 2019 Legacy Honorees; Hon. Warren Furutani, Laura Farber, and Darline Robles, PhD. Best wishes for a memorable and successful event!
Sincerely, Linda T. Sรกnchez Member of Congress
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October 5, 2019
The Lucille and Edward R. Roybal Foundation 5251 E. Beverly Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90022 Dear Friends: On behalf of the California Department of Justice, it gives me great pleasure to welcome you to the Lucille and Edward R. Roybal Foundation’s Legacy Gala. Since its inception, the Lucille and Edward R. Roybal Foundation has pursued its founding mission to uplift communities and extend opportunities for educational growth. The Roybal Foundation does this by offering informative workshops led by experts in the fields of finance, marketing and mental health. I commend the Roybal Foundation for its tireless advocacy work on behalf of the community of East Los Angeles. Congratulations to tonight’s honorees! Please accept my best wishes for a wonderful celebration and continued success. Sincerely,
XAVIER BECERRA Attorney General
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October 5, 2019 Dear Friends: Congratulations on this year’s Lucille & Edward R. Roybal Foundation 2019 Legacy Gala, celebrating over 30 years of dedication to improving educational opportunities and strengthening communities in East Los Angeles. Since 1985, the Roybal Foundation has continued the vital work of its founders, Lucille and Edward Roybal, who were passionately committed to public service. Their legacy of leadership and service is exemplified by this year’s honorees Warren Furutani, Gloria Molina, and Laura Farber, and medalists Ron Herrera, Dr. Darline Robles, and Betty Avila. I commend you all for your tireless work and contributions towards the success of the communities you serve. The East Los Angeles les community community—and the region—is enriched and empowered by your commitment, service, and leadership. I applaud the Foundation for continuing to keep the Roybal’s legacy alive, and wish you continued success in your mission to bring communities together now, and in the future. Sincerely,
LAURA FRIEDMAN Assemblymember, 43rd District
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October 5, 2019 It is my pleasure to greet all of you gathered to celebrate the Lucille and Edward R. Roybal Foundation’s 2019 Legacy Gala. The mission of the Lucille and Edward R. Roybal Foundation is to develop and provide services dedicated to improving health, education and social services to the community and preserving and promoting the pioneering spirit and legacy of Congressman and Mrs. Edward R. Roybal and their significant contributions to society. Congressman Edward R. Roybal led a life of public service, representing Southern California for 30 years in the U.S. House of Representatives following 13 years of service on the Los Angeles City Council. During his three decades of service in the U.S. House of Representatives, Roybal worked to protect the rights of minorities, immigrants, the elderly, and the physically-challenged. Throughout his career, he received numerous honors and awards for his leadership on these issues. I offer my congratulations to this year’s honorees Warren Furutani, Laura Farber and Darline Robles, Ph.D. who have exemplified the goals and mission of the foundation and who have made significant contributions to our community. Thank you for your leadership and service to East Los Angeles and the larger community. Best wishes and continued success in the future. Sincerely,
Assemblymember Chris Holden 41st Assembly District WEBSITE: Assembly.ca.gov/holden EMAIL: Assemblymember.Holden@assembly.ca.gov SATELLITE OFFICE: 415 WEST FOOTHILL BOULEVARD, SUITE 124 • CLAREMONT, CA 91711 • (909) 624-7876 • (909) 247-7894 • FAX (909) 626-2548 Printed on Recycled Paper
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JACKIE LACEY LOS ANGELES COUNTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY HALL OF JUSTICE 211 WEST TEMPLE STREET LOS ANGELES, CA 90012 (213) 974-3500
ROYBAL FOUNDATION 2019 LEGACY GALA October 5, 2019
Welcome to the Roybal Foundation on its 2019 Legacy Gala event! This foundation remains dedicated to its original mission of developing and providing services to improve and strengthen our community through education. Because of its commitment, the Roybal Foundation has partnered and collaborated with corporations, educational institutions, and non-profit organizations that are equally committed to strengthen our inner-city communities. I am honored to join those paying tribute to its 34 years of dedicated service and activism in the East Los Angeles community. I salute the people who make up the Roybal Foundation as well as the supporters, participants, and donors. Yours in justice,
JACKIE LACEY District Attorney
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BOARD OF SUPERVISORS COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
856 Kenneth Hahn Hall of Administration / Los Angeles, California 90012
October 5, 2019 Dear Friends, On behalf of the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors and the First District, it is my pleasure to support the Lucille and Edward R. Roybal Foundation at tonight’s Legacy Gala! East Los Angeles residents are fortunate to have the Lucille and Edward R. Roybal Foundation providing crucial services for our community. Thank you to the Roybal Foundation for more than 30 years of passionate dedication to improving the health, education, and social services in our community, while preserving the pioneering spirit and legacy of Lucille and Edward Roybal and their many contributions to society. My sincere thanks and congratulations to the Lucille and Edward R. Roybal Foundation for all you do, and I wish you continued success in the years ahead! Sincerely,
HILDA L. SOLIS Supervisor, First District Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors
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We join the Roybal Foundation in its acknowledgment of longtime labor champion Los Angeles County Federation of Labor President-Elect Ron Herrera and we salute tonight’s other distinguished honorees.
Keep up the great work in the community Newfront is honored to be your insurance provider.
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LOS ANGELES CITY FIREFIGHTERS LOCAL 112 I.A.F.F., AFL-CIO-CLC Freddy Escobar President Chuong Ho 1st VP
Adam Van Gerpen 2nd VP
Dave Pimentle Domingo Albarran Secretary Treasurer
Directors
Steve Addleman - Kent Koffler - Dave Riles - Adam Walker - Randy Yslas
Proud to Support the
Roybal Foundation 2019’s Legacy Gala
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ATTORNEYS AT LAW
OLIVAREZ MADRUGA LEMIEUX O’NEILL, LLP
Is proud to support The Legacy Gala and the Lucille and Edward R. Roybal Foundation Congratulations to tonight’s honorees The Honorable Warren T. Furutani The Honorable Gloria Molina Laura V. Farber Darline Robles, PhD Ron Herrera Betty Avila
Downtown LA Office 500 S. Grand Avenue 12th Floor Los Angeles, CA 90071
Westlake Village Office: 4165 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd Suite 350 Westlake Village, CA 91362
Phone: 213.744.0099 Fax: 213.744.0093
Phone: 805.495.4770 Fax: 805.495.2787
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ROYBAL FOUNDATION The Legacy Continues
Thank you for joining our Celebration!
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