Veterans Recognition Day
Posted by Warren Enos on 08 May 2008 | Tagged as: No. Calif. Related Events
CALIFORNIA STATE ASSEMBLY LUNCHEON OVER-SUBSCRIBED
It was a bright, sunny Wednesday morning May 7th in Sacramento for the start of a very special veterans recognition event hosted by The Honorable Mary Salas (D-Chula Vista), Chair, Assembly Committee on Veterans Affairs, and assisted by the affiliated members of the California State Commanders Veterans Council (CSCVC), of which CAL-MOAA is an active member.
The downtown streets were filled with pedestrians, ultra-modern light rail cars were passing by, tourists were enjoying coffee at the outdoor cafes, there was a farmers market underway in the park, and at the capitol a large group known as “Parent Voices” was about to begin what later would be a loud and spirited demonstration about the need for more child care.
The CAL-MOAA president attended the day-long events and activities and represented all affiliated chapters.
CSCVC members gathered in the capitol basement restaurant for breakfast and last minute planning and coordination. The morning was set aside for “storming the hill” followed by a formal luncheon just before noon and then afternoon visits to hearing rooms.
About mid-morning Pete Conaty was seen guiding a client through the halls of the capitol, probably on his way to an important meeting or hearing. Pete is a faithful friend who does so much for all California veterans. (more…)