WCCCC 2012 Community Awards Banquet

[Pictured: Norwalk Sheriff Explorer's Color Guard]

Whittier County Community Coordinating Council

WCCCC

25th Silver Anniversary

10th  "COMMUNITY  AWARDS  BANQUET"

Whittier Radisson Hotel Ballroom



Whittier, CA


It was a beautiful night, loaded with excitement and fun.  It was the 2012 WCCCC Community Awards Banquet held at the newly remodeled Whittier Radisson Hotel Banquet Hall.

The Banquet marked the WCCCC's 25th Silver Anniversary of continuous service to the residents of the Whittier County and surrounding areas.

The Whittier County Community Coordinating Council (WCCCC) Community Awardees for this year are; Dr. Hubert Chang, SCU/L.A. Chiropractic College (Public Agency of the Year), Angie Castro (Legislator of the Year), Elias Alvarado (Lifetime Achievement Award), Mrs. Sam Guyan (Citizen of the Year), Sheriff Lee Baca (Benefactor of the Year). Also for special recognition; Stasie Dear, Sgt. Brian Doyle, and Rolland Alexander II.

The dignitaries included; Los Angeles County Supervisor Don Knabe (4th District), who cut his vacation short to be an important part of the Evening's program. The Supervisor also had his wife, Julie Knabe with hi to enjoy the evening.

Knabe was joined by honoree Sheriff Lee Baca of Los Angeles County, Whittier Councilmember Joe Vinatieri, L.A. County Chief P. Michael Freeman (retired), and a number of other local school board members including Jeff Baird (Whittier Union HSD), Jan Baird (South Whittier School District), Gary Mendez, Rio Hondo College Board, and Efrain Aceves (Whittier City School Board).

The 150 guests included Whittier Chamber President Sue Dean and executive Director Carol Crosby, Los Cerritos Newspapers publisher Brian Hews and his wife, Ian Calderon candidate for the 57th A.D., and his Republican challenger Noel Jaimes (La Mirada).

The Master of Ceremonies was Joe Matthews (Former deputy to Supv. Don Knabe) who works in the L.A. County Park & Recreation Department, Event Coordinator; Dr. Ralph Pacheco (LC Foundation, Inc.),  2012 President of the Whittier County Community Coordinating Council (WCCCC), and Co-Coordinator Mrs. Jean Wall (WCCCC Treasurer & Community Laision and a past WCCCC president).

The night sparkled with live music and a lively auction including an Even or Odd contest.  There were many testimonies about the 25 year history of the WCCCC's work in the community. Many of the past recipients of the WCCCC Community Awards were present at the event; Rev. Jim Ortiz (2001 Citien of the Year), Jean Wall (2004 Citizen of the Year), Deborah Pacheco (2005 Citizen of the Year), Joe Matthews (2009 Legislator of the Year), Public Agencies of the Year; L.A. Co. Fire Station No. 96 (2001), CHP (SFS Office) (2002), Jo Ann Delgado (CRC, South Whittier) (2005), Don Knabe (2000 Benefactor of the Year), and Joe Valverde (2003 Benefactor of the Year).

It was a memorable night, everyone celebrating the WCCCC's 25 years of service to community with many of those present who were part of the Council's illustrious history...

[WCCCC Banquet Guests standing for the Posting of Colors: American Flag / CA Flag]



"We the People ... Shall Never forget 9/11/2001"

SPECIAL "9/11" GUEST SPEAKER

Steven David Santoyo

Husband to "Marie Pappalardo"

Marie was a Passenger on Flight 175 (Boston to L.A)

who perished when this Flight crashed into

TWIN TOWER # 2 on 9/11/2001... She was flying back from Boston from

her annual visit to see her daughter on her birthday in Martha's Vineyard.

She boarded the plane in Boston to be with her husband Steven in L.A. ...

She never made it home that day ...

"You do not want to miss the personal testimony of Marie's husband, his personal tragedy & loss, his personal redemption & triumph through his faith in God ..."

It is a Powerful & Inspiring True Story ... An American Story ...

You can reserve tickets "On-Line" at profresnet@aol.com Or, Contact: Debbie Pacheco for tickets to the 8th Annual Patriot's Award Breakfast & Charity Banquet ... A "9/11 Memorial Observance Event." Call: 562 322-3118

"LIMITED SEATING STILL AVAILABLE ..." Pre-Sale Breakfast Banquet Tickets Only: $15.00 each.

Checks Payable to: LC Foundation, Inc. 13502 Whittier Blvd, Suite H-321, Whittier, CA 90605

Attn: Dr. Ralph Pacheco

For More Information:

Call Dr. Pacheco 562 946 1410.

Dr. Pacheco runs Unopposed for Governing Board

Whittier, CA

(Vintage Picture: Dr. Pacheco when first Elected to the Whittier Union HSD Board, c. 1991)

Dr. Ralph Pacheco wins a sixth term to the Governing Board of the Whittier Union High School District running unopposed. Dr. Pacheco was originally Elected to the Whittier Union High School Board in 1991. Ralph was first elected to the Governing Board of the Rio Hondo Community College District in 1987. December, 2011 will mark the beginning of Ralph's 25 th consecutive year as a locally elected official serving the Whittier area.

"I have enjoyed 30 years of public service starting in 1982 when I was appointed as a Norwalk City Commissioner (Norwalk Community Promotion Commission). In 1986 I was appointed to the Prestigious Norwalk Blue Ribbon Project Implementation Commission (a 20 Member Commission) addressing the cutting edge issues impacting the City of Norwalk. During my tenure as a Commissioner I had the honor and pleasure of serving as Vice Chair & Chairman of both of these important Commissions," states, Dr. Pacheco.

Dr. Pacheco's Public Service Record (Partial)

1982 (Appointed to) Norwalk Community Promotion Commission

1983 Elected Vice Chair

1984 Elected Chair

1986 (Appointed to) Norwalk Blue Ribbon Project Implentation Commission

1986 Elected Vice Chair

1987 Elected Chair

1987 Norwalk Project Area Committee (PAC) for Redevelopment Chairman

1987 Elected to the Governing Board of the Rio Hondo Community College District

1987 (Appointed) Public Policy Advisor to the California Department of Education (CDE)

1991 Elected to the Governing Board of the Whittier Union High School District

(Serving 4-terms as Board president)

1995 Reelected

1999 Reelected

2003 Reelected

2007 Reelected

2011 Run Opposed (Reelected)

1997 - 2004 (Appointed to) Governing Board of the Tri-Cities ROP

Joint Campaign Kickoff July 7, 2011

Whittier, CA

The Team of Russell Castaneda Calleros, Tim Schneider, and Dr. Ralph Pacheco held their "Joint Campaign Kickoff" for their bid to the Governing Board of the Whittier Union High School. Approximately 100 well wishers and supporters came out to give their endorsement to the three candidates running in tandum with each other to hold their seats on the Whittier Union HSD School Board.

Trustees Leighton Anderson and Jeff Baird, the other two members of the Whittion Union HSD Board were there to express their support for their three colleagues. "It has been a very effective team representing the citizens of the Whittier Union HSD." Said Trustee Jeff Baird.

Mayor Cathy Warner, city of Whittier, was on vacation but added her name to the wellwishers by endorsing all three Incumbents.

Other locally elected officials who are also part of the endorsement list for the Russell, Tim, and Ralph are; Whittier Councilmember Joe Vinatieri, East Whittier School Board Member Christine Sullivan, Whittier City School Board member Efrain Aceves, South Whittier Board Members Jan Baird, Sylvia Macias, and Sharon Stys.

The event was held in Uptown Whittier at the Village Professional Center 13225 Philadelphia Street, Whittier, CA 90601.

Donations to the Friends of Ralph Pacheco 2011 Committee, can be sent to 13502 Whittier Blvd., Suite H, Whittier, CA 90605

For more information please call: 562 946 1410.

VIETNAM VET'S CELEBRATION - WHITTIER

Last Year's Event was a hugely successful event. hundreds in attendance. I encourage all Veterans, friends and family of Veterans -- Come and experience this event designed to show a "grateful" Community's appreciation for all of its Veterans of Foreign Wars. -- Dr. Ralph Pacheco

COMING ATTRACTION: "HEARING EVERETT"

&

Whittier Village Cinemas

Presents a

~SPECIAL ENGAGEMENT~

of

"HEARING EVERETT"

April 26th - 30th

7:00 P.M.

"Follow the Inspiring Story of the Everett Family... Missionaries

sent by God to Discover their Divine Destiny in Old Mexico

Equipped Solely with their Faith ... a Vision ... And a Mission

to See God's Purposes fulfilled in their lives

and in the lives of others ..."

Churches / Movie Goers Contact: Steve Sundin (562) 619-0352

for Group Rates / Discount Tickets and More Information

(Each Person who attends a "Special Engagement" viewing of "Hearing Everett"

Receives a FREE BOOK: "Stepping Out in Faith" by Luke Everett.)

steveandcelia@gmail.com

http://www.strongtowerministries.info/

FILM REVIEW:

"I Believe that to one extent or another every Believer has a "Mission" to fulfill

for the Kingdom of God and to establish Jesus Christ as Lord in and through

His Church. Discovering One's Divine Destiny with God unlocks our full

potential as an Ambassador for Christ... The Everett Family's Story

"Hearing Everett"

helps viewers mine the deep recesses of their own hearts;

to find the treasure God has placed there to fulfill purpose in their

lives and to advance the Kingdom of God for His Glory..."

-- Dr. Ralph Pacheco

VIP Reception for Senator Gloria Romero

W.A.S.T.A.

Whittier Area School Trustees Association

Cordially Invites you to a ...

VIP RECEPTION

For

State Senator

GLORIA ROMERO

CA Senate Education Committee Chair

Friday, April 3, 2009

Time: 5:30 P.M.

Cost: Complimentary (Sponsored Event)

Datillo's Restaurant

6746 S. Greenleaf Ave., Whittier, CA 90601 (562.945.8723)

Who: San Gabriel Valley School Board Members, Superintendents, & Education Leaders

What: An Evening of Dining & Discussion with Sen. Gloria Romero

5:30 P.M. Meet & Greet Senator Gloria Romero

6:15 Introductions: Hosts & Sponsors (Dr. Ralph Pacheco, WASTA President)

6:30 Speaker -- Senator Gloria Romero

6:45 Q & A (Led by - Sandy Thorstenson, Supt. Whittier Union HSD)

RSVP: Rosemary Rodriguez, Whittier Union HSD, 562.698.8121. ext. 1001

(Limited Seating -- Please Confirm Early)

Dr. Pacheco leading prayer at NAACP Prayer Breakfast

Inglewood, CA

Dr. Ralph Pacheco has graciously accepted an invitation to join a number of church leaders in southern California to lead prayer at the Inglewood NAACP Prayer Breakfast...

INGLEWOOD NAACP

PRAYER BREAKFAST

"ONE PRAYER CAN MAKE

A DIFFERENCE"

Location: First United Medodist Church

304 East Spruce Avenue

Inglewood, California 90301

DATE: Saturday, MARCH 21, 2009

TIME: 9:00 - 11:00 A.M.

R.S.V.P. (562) 889-3392

Cost: $20.00 New Membership: $35.00

Solis confirmed as Labor Secretary

Los Angeles Times

Excerpts from the Times

By Rebecca Cole

[Editor's Note; Dr. Ralph Pacheco served with newly confirmed U.S. Labor Secretary Hilda Solis on the Rio Hondo Community College Board of Trustees from 1987 to 1991.]

February 24, 2009

Reporting from Washington -- The Senate confirmed Rep. Hilds Solis (D-El Monte) as Labor Secretary Tuesday, more than two months after President Obama nominated her for the post.

..Her path to confirmation was cleared when Republicans ended plans to invoke a rule that would have forced a filibuster-proof 60 votes for confirmation.

Instead, the Senate held an up-or-down confirmation vote, 80 to 17 [in favor]. All Democrats supported the nominee and they were joined by 24 Republicans.

In 2000 Solis became the first woman to receive the John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Award for her work on California legislation for environmental protections in minority communities. The daughter of a Mexican immigrant, Solis was the first in her family to graduate from college, and she was the first Latina elected to the California State Senate in 1994.

WHITTIER PRAYER SUMMIT ~ CALL TO PRAYER

Whittier, CA --

It was less than two weeks ago, I was sitting in the sanctuary at the Salvation Army Facility on Pickering Ave. in Whittier, CA spending an entire day with other believers in praying for the city of Whittier and the Nation ...

There were 16 categories that local ministers led in prayer on throughout the day starting at 7:00 A.M. on Saturday morning Feb. 7, 2009. This gathering of praying Christians mark the "11th Annual Whittier Area Prayer Summit."

Dozens of churches, hundreds of praying Believers, many church leaders and pastors all participated together in a "Unity of Spirit" to lift up the name of Jesus Christ, and to call upon His Holy name to bring healing, deliverance, and salvation to our community of Whittier and the Nation.

The expressions of faith demonstrated during the many periods of pray are to numerous to mention here. However, there was a beautiful anointing and presence of the Living God among His people. Such a sincerity of heart, compassionate prayers, and Holy Unction released throughout the day from a continuum of pastors and others taking the microphone and lifting up their hearts in prayer... A precious sight to see and to experience...

How special it is when the Body of Christ comes together in prayer. Understanding that when God's people humble themselves and seek the Lord, He shall hear them and heal their Land.

God is on the move... He desires to fulfill His Divine Plan and Purposes through His Church. It pleases our Heavenly Father when we seek Him earnestly, corporately expressing our desires to see His Kingdom established here on earth; in and through His saints... How lovely are the feet of those who bring the Good News to our community. Pray!

May the God of all the earth incline His ear to hear our prayers, and may He watch over His Word jealously to perform it... In Jesus Name I pray... Amen.

For more information about the "12th Annual Whittier Area Prayer Summit" scheduled for February 6, 2010. Please contact Pastor Dwight Sullivan at: 562 944 8909 or Dr. Ralph Pacheco at: 562 946 1410

"8 Miracles From God..."

Dr. Pacheco comments on the miraculous birth of 8 children to a woman residing in Whittier California...

Dear Readers:

I wrote to Nadya Suleman this morning. My purpose to reach out to her as a local Whittier Minister, to remind her that she is one of God's children, and that the birth of her 8 children is a miracle from God.

"God is the giver of life, certainly not a fertility doctor in Beverly Hills." To suggest that he was responsible for this miracle is just ludicrous. Granted he may have implanted the embryos into the womb of this woman, he did not create the 'miracle of life.' This work is the sole domain of One greater than any of us... The Almighty Lord God Himself."

There are many who question this woman's motives, "why would a single woman with six children to raise desire more children to raise?" Once we manage to get past the initial surprise of this event... The more important questions about life should surface...

"Lord, your hand was obviously upon this woman for her to bear 8 children who have survived child birth..." "Lord, what are the rest of us to learn from this miracle of yours?" "What are you saying to us, your people?"

We know that all life is precious... There are many woman in this country who have been praying to conceive "one baby." They have tried everything to conceive, including going to fertility doctor's. In some cases they have tried for years to conceive without success even with the fertility doctor's best efforts. What does this say about the whole issue of conception?

"Conception is a miraculous gift from God... Plan and simple."

In millions of cases woman have decided to terminate this gift from God. Abortions are still taking place everyday. When Nadya was informed that she was carrying "8 babies" instead of "1 or 2 babies." What was the moral decision she should have made then? Terminate 6 of them? Which six, and by what method -- random selection?

By Nadya's own admission, she has had this procedure before, in her past experience the implantation of 6 embryos had produced 1 baby, and in one instance 2 babies. I have to believe her when she claims her "surprise" when her doctor advised her of multiple babies.

Was it a case of Divine Intervention or Divine Providence? Could it be anything else?

For those of us who have been following the case of Nadya Suleman, we must ask ourselves, "Lord by what Divine plan and purpose did you select this woman to shock the World with such a miraculous event that we know only you could have performed?"

Yes, regardless of the circumstances or decisions made by this mother leading up to the delivery of these 8 children, clearly God has had His hand in this... We need to search further into our own hearts and discover our own views and beliefs about this event." "What was God thinking?"

Why are we so divided about this mother? We need to examine our own true prejudices and biases, if any, toward this new mother. "Life... All Life... Is a Gift from God." When God created each of us, could one argue that God made a mistake?"

Or, do we agree that it is Divine selection? Lets pray for these precious 8 little lives, and that the God of all creation will sustain them through all of the controversy that surrounds their grand appearance into this world. And, for the mother who intends to raise to be good citizens. They are the newest residence in Whittier. ... "May we receive them with open arms, and not a clenched fist..."

COMING SOON: VIP RECEPTION FOR STATE SENATOR GLORIA ROMERO, Senate Education Committee Chair

March, 2009

Dr. Ralph Pacheco, President of the Whittier Area School Trustees Association (WASTA), is pleased to announce the scheduling of a "VIP Reception Honoring State Senator Gloria Romero" Senator Romero is the CA Senate Education Committee Chair.

WASTA membership includes the 9 districts of; East Whittier School District, Little Lake School District, Los Nietos School District, El Rancho Unified School District, South Whittier School District, Rio Hondo Community College District, Whittier City School District, Whittier Union High School District, and Lowell Joint School District. There are, "45 Elected School Board Members in WASTA."

Dr. Pacheco is currently making arrangements with Senator Romero's District Office in determining a suitable date in March, 2009 to hold the Reception. Follow this blogsite for further information. (Info: Dr. Ralph Pacheco, 562 946 1410, 562 698 8121, ext. 1001 (District Office)

MAIL BOX ... Message to Dr. Pacheco

A HEART WARMING STORY...

Hi Dr. Pacheco,

My nephew was so very touched and surprised when I gave him the gift card! I sat with him and his father and I looked at him straight in the eye and told him the story of how I had met you and what a leader you were in the community and that I shared a story about us doing homework. He listened so intenetly as I related this story. Then I presented him the gift card and told him that you believed in him and his future potential and that books and reading were very important. I told him that one day he would become a leader like us. He was touched and very politely said Thank you. He looked over at his Dad and asked him, "Dad when are you taking me to the bookstore, so I can get books with this?" My brother was speechless and I could see tears welling [up] in his eyes. I know it was a huge thing for them. Thank you!

This morning I was driving out to a morning meeting and I ran into Betito and his mom, walking out of the house on their way to school, he proudly said, "Tia [Aunt], I got a superstar yesterday and today I'm going to work on getting another one" I was thrilled to see him so enthusiastic about going to school! He is only in kindergarten. I just imagine how great he is going to be, as he gets older and I hope he continues to love school as much as he does now! The [gift] card made a real big connection with him I could tell just by the way he spoke to me this morning.

Thanks a million!

God works wonders!

Kindly,

Araceli Gonzalez
Deputy Director, Community Liaison
Los Angeles Office of Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger
Los Angeles, CA 90013
(213) 897-0322
Fax (213) 897-0319

11th Annual ~ Whittier Area Prayer Summit

Dr. Ralph Pacheco, (FCCI Ministries, Inc. & LC Foundation), and many other Whittier Area Ministers, (Members of the Whittier Area Evangelical Ministerial Alliance/WAEMA), are hosting the 11th Annual Whittier Area Prayer Summit on Saturday, Feb. 7, 2009. All who desire to attend are welcome to come and join in the prayer (There is no cover charge - The event is FREE, refreshments are served throughout the day).

Rev. Dwight Sullivan, Pastor of the Whittier Evangelical Methodist Church, chairs the event each year. "I think this will be the greatest Prayer Summit we have had yet!" Exclaims Pastor Sullivan, "The level of expectation has never been higher!"

Rev. Dwight Sullivan hosted the Annual Prayer Summit Planning Committee meeting this morning at breakfast (Marie Callendars across from PIH). The 15 ministers in attendance expressed their excitement about gathering this year.

The Prayer Summit is hosted at the Salvation Army Facility on Pickering Ave. in Whittier (located just above Whittier Blvd.) The Prayer Summit will be held on Saturday, Feb. 7, 2009 starting at 7:00 A.M. and continuing throughtout the day.

Dr. Pacheco establishes the LC Foundation

Whittier, CA

Dr. Ralph Pacheco, his wife Deborah Pacheco,

& Foundation Board Chairperson Dr. Angel Gallardo,

are proud to announce the establishment of

the newly formed --

"LC Foundation"

a.k.a.

"Leadership Capacity Foundation"

The LC Foundation is a non-profit (501c3) "faith based organization" dedicated to serving the Faith Community in raising up the next generation of Church & Ministry Leaders in America. It also serves leaders in public education, community development, government relations and public affairs.

The LC Foundation is helping to "Build Leadership Capacity" among aspiring church leaders and laity. The LC Foundation's work also includes providing technical assistance and program management in the area of community and economic development; grant writing; and providing coaching and mentoring in professional development in the field of business, industry, education, and Christian ministry.

"I have spent the past 15 years helping to raise up the next generation of leaders in ministry, and over 25 years working in public education, public sector projects and professional development." Says, Dr. Pacheco.

"The work of the LC Foundation is the culmination of everything I have worked for over these many years... Combining my experience in Professional Development,(Coaching/Mentoring), Public Policy, Public Office, Program Management, Government Relations, Public Affairs, Ministry, and Community Development." Says, Dr. Pacheco.

"I am excited about the strategic partnerships we have established and are establishing through the LC Foundation with other leaders in differing areas of public service." Says, Dr. Pacheco. (Watch for featured stories showcasing our strategic partners).

"We are focused on building a new generation of leaders across America... Assisting them to fulfill 'Purpose' through their own vision and goals for advancing their communities and / or the Kingdom of God."

To learn more about the work of the LC Foundation, and how we may serve you and your organization, Contact Dr. Ralph Pacheco and the LC Foundation at 562 946 1410 (office), toll free at: 888-545-2008.

Dr. Pacheco at the Burlingame Federated Church (Burlingame, Kansas)

Dr. Ralph Pacheco

Speaking Engagement

Burlingame Federated Church

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

November, 23. 2008

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

9:00 A.M. Early Service

&

10:30 A.M. Traditional Service

The Federated Church

Burlingame, Kansas

"Celebrating 60 Years of Service"

Dr. Ralph Pacheco has recently been informed by the Burlingame Federated Church that he is a "Finalist" for the position of "Senior Pastor." Mrs. Pacheco and Dr. Pacheco have recently purchased a home in Burlingame, Kansas. The Pastoral Search Committee of the Church invited Dr. Pacheco to apply and he has been invited to interview for the pastoral position and give the Sunday Service sermons on November 23, 2008...

"I am delighted to be considered for this position. Burlingame is a wonderful community, and Mrs. Pacheco & I look forward to spending time at our new home we purchased." Said Dr. Pacheco

Mrs. Pacheco's mother and sister reside in nearby Topeka, Kansas (The State Capitol of Kansas). Mrs. Pacheco wished to have a (2nd) residence nearby her family where they can call it "Home."

Dr. Pacheco states "Governor, We Cannot Wait".

Dr. Pacheco Speaking Engagement ~ Whittier Foursquare Church

Whittier, CA

Come Hear

Dr. Ralph Pacheco

Speaker

Whittier Foursquare Church

Sunday Morning Service ~ June 1, 2008

10:30 A.M.

Whittier Foursquare Church

8410 Washington Avenue

Whittier, CA 90602

[ Two Blocks South of Whittier Blvd. ]

Pastor Charles "Chuck" La Porte

Church Information: 562 696 7136

Dr. Ralph Pacheco - 1-888-545-2008 toll free ministry line

SOS SAVE OUR SCHOOLS ~ RALLY TODAY

Whittier, CA

COUNTDOWN!

SOS

SAVE OUR SCHOOLS

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA RALLY

TODAY

1:00 P.M.

PIONEER HIGH SCHOOL STADIUM

Whittier, CA

(605 Fwy & Slauson Ave. Off Ramp)

BUDGET BOMBSHELL ~ Governor boosts deficit forecast to $20 billion as he bids to change State's spending system

Sacramento, CA


Article by: Matthew Yi, San Francisco Chronicle, April 30, 2008
Sacramento Bureau

Excerpt;

"In a startling revelation, Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger said this week that the state's budget deficit could grow to as much as $20 billion as he prepared to unveil a revised spending plan for the coming year that is likely to include deep cuts in education, health services and prisons.

The new deficit figure - 30 percent higher than the latest estimates by lawmakers - reflects a deepening fiscal crisis that has polarized the budget debate in the Legislature as Republicans vow to fight tax increases and Democrats say they won't settle for cuts alone..."

To discuss the entire startling revelation about the state budget crisis as reported by Matthew Yi of the San Francisco Chronicle covering public affairs in Sacramento, CA E-mail: Matthew Yi at myi@sfchronicle.com