George Pederson (5/12/2015)

George Pederson, a former Santa Clarita Mayor, navigated the City through one of its roughest encounters during the Northridge earthquake. Pederson earned a distinct place in Santa Clarita Valley history as the “earthquake mayor” for his leadership during the Northridge quake that struck the San Fernando and Santa Clarita valleys…

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Dana Cop (4/28/2015)

We adjourn tonight’s meeting in memory of Dana Cop, a longtime community member, who touched the lives of many in the Santa Clarita Valley. Dana grew up in Santa Clarita and even met her high school sweetheart, Peter, at Hart High. Dana served as the director of external affairs for…

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Ethel Forinash (4/14/15)

It is with a heavy heart that we adjourn tonight’s meeting in honor of Ethel Forinash. A longtime Santa Clarita resident, Ethel was a role model for many and a quiet strength for all who knew her. Ethel lived a long, amazing life. She enjoyed spending time with her children,…

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Cindy Newhall-Weyant (4/14/15)

We adjourn tonight’s meeting in honor of a dear friend and a woman who was part of a Santa Clarita legacy. Cindy Newhall-Weyant was a fifth generation descendant of Henry Mayo Newhall and the granddaughter of Scott and Ruth Newhall, who once owned our local Santa Clarita Valley Signal newspaper.…

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Carol Kieczykowski (3/24/15)

Tonight, we adjourn in memory of Carol Kieczykowski (Kach-e-cow-ski), beloved wife to our City Librarian Ed Kiecykowski (Kach-e-cow-ski). Carol passed away on February 28, 2015 following a 20-year battle with cancer surrounded by her entire extended family. After meeting while she worked in a library, Carol and Ed enjoyed over…

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David Bourne (3/10/15)

We have lost a good friend and a cornerstone of the Santa Clarita Cowboy Festival . “Professor” David E. Bourne was more than a legendary piano player. He was a guitarist, singer, author, historian, actor, teacher and horseman. I was fortunate to get to know Dave through his many appearances at…

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Ruth Levine (2/24/15)

We adjourn tonight’s meeting in memory of Ruth Levine, who worked for our City for more than 10 years. Ruth grew up in Anaheim, and made her home here in Santa Clarita with her husband Mark. Ruth started out as a receptionist at the City, and was promoted to Supervisor…

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Ralph Edward Gray, Sr. (2/24/15)

We adjourn tonight’s meeting in honor of longtime Santa Clarita resident Ralph Edward Gray, Sr. Ralph was a fixture in our community, along with his wife Cheryl, who was named SCV Woman of the Year in 2014. Ralph lived in Santa Clarita for more than 40 years, and was very…

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Dennis Powell (2/10/15)

  It is always truly sad when a member of our City family is affected by loss. Tonight, our thoughts and prayers are with Barbara Powell, who recently lost her husband, Dennis. Dennis was a true hero with an amazing story. He was a Spitfire pilot for the Royal Air…

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Ted Rafalovich (1/13/15)

Tonight we honor Ted Rafalovich, a local resident and veteran who dedicated his retirement to volunteering in Santa Clarita. Ted was an athlete, a graduate of USC and an Engineering Officer in the Navy. After serving in the military, Ted enjoyed a successful career in technical sales. When he retired,…

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