Tonight, we adjourn in memory of a wonderful man and dear friend, Robert Ellis Keysor. Robert was born in 1933 in Salt Lake City, Utah and was one of three children. His sister is community member Kathy Kellar, wife of former Mayor and Santa Clarita City Councilmember Bob Kellar. During…
Tonight, we adjourn with a very heavy heart for a dear friend and colleague, our very own Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commissioner, Don Cruikshank, who passed away last week. Don moved to the Newhall area of Santa Clarita with his family in 1957 at the young age of four.…
Tonight, we adjourn with a heavy heart in memory of Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Commander Darren Harris. Commander Harris worked for the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department for over 30 years and was the former spokesman for our very own Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Department. You no doubt remember…
Two weeks ago, the United States lost a trailblazer in politics – Senator Dianne Feinstein. Born in San Francisco in 1933, Dianne defied odds and tradition from the beginning, attending Stanford University and pursuing a future in politics. In 1969, Dianne won a seat on the San Francisco County Board…
Tonight, I would like to adjourn in memory of a longtime resident and someone close to my heart, Norman Jay Skinner. Jay was a beloved community member, husband, father and grandfather. Married to the love of his life Julie Skinner in 1976, Jay went on to be a successful project…
Tonight, I would like to adjourn in memory of a local Southern California veteran and passionate pilot, Chris Rushing. Last week, Chris tragically passed away while competing in the National Championship Air Races in Reno, Nevada. Chris was an award-winning pilot who had just taken second place in the championship…
I would like to adjourn tonight’s meeting in honor of Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Deputy Ryan Clinkunbroomer. I want to thank the hundreds of residents who joined us Sunday evening for the vigil celebrating his life and offering comfort and solace to those who are grieving his loss. Tonight, Santa…
We want to adjourn tonight’s meeting in memory of a man who has brought joy and the holiday spirit to our community for more than three decades. Al Hodek, better known as Santa Al has made appearances as Jolly Old Saint Nick for 30 years throughout the Santa Clarita Valley.…
Tonight, I would like to adjourn in memory of Susan Lentini, a beloved community member and an all-around wonderful and selfless woman. Susan was always passionate about helping others. She was involved in many local charitable organizations such as the Rotary Club, Elks Lodge, Church of the Canyons and the…
Tonight, I would like to adjourn in memory of a cherished community member, John Grannis. Born in Lima, Ohio, John moved to California in 1979 and practiced law over the next 40 years in Sacramento and Los Angeles. John raised his son and stepson in Santa Clarita and was also…
