Chief Dan Hurlock of the Downey Fire Department spoke about challenges in meeting community needs and the reciprocal aid agreements that Downey FD has with other departments to help with public emergencies.
April 2023
Monthly Archives: April 2023
March 2023
Downey Police Captain Mike Parino was our featured speaker for March. He spoke about the increasing danger of fentanyl to local communities.
February 2023
Our February speaker was Sheila Tetangco-Bartolone from the Downey Foundation for Educational Opportunities. This stellar organization supports the Downey school district by providing “equitable, affordable, and accessible enrichment programs” for students after school.
January 2023
Our January speaker was Ignacio Gonzalez from the Southern California Resource Services for Independent Living (SCRS-IL). SCRS-IL provides services that promote independent living for people with disabilities.
December 2022
Warren High School Jazz Choir, led by Mr. Peterson, performed for our pre-Christmas meeting. Thank you, students and Mr. Peterson, for this wonderful gift to the community.
November 2022
Dr. John Garcia, Superintendent of Downey Unified School District, spoke on the new services put in place to help students returning to in-person instruction after pandemic restrictions were lifted.
October 2022
October’s speaker was Gabe Enamorado, Executive Director of Stay Gallery, an art venue now in its 11th year featuring the work of local artists. Gabe announced the Gallery’s new partnership with the Downey Foundation of Educational Opportunity to provide free afterschool art programs at various elementary school campuses
May 2022 Awards Banquet
The resumption of our annual volunteer dinner last May after pandemic restrictions were lifted was a huge success. Over 120 people gathered for dinner at the Woman’s Club of Downey to honor volunteers from 18 organizations. Also attending were local dignitaries, including Ivan Sulic, a representative from Supervisor Janice Hahn’s office.
