BREATHE LA Green Salon this Tuesday, Septemb 16th

ADVISORY

Monday, September 14, 2009
For Immediate Release
Contact - Edward Headington
818.720.7181 or Edward@HeadingtonMedia.com

“Going Green: A Look at Jobs, Infrastructure & the Economy”

Los Angeles, CA — BREATHE California of Los Angeles County (BREATHE LA) has held three salons in its celebrated Green Salon Series and have three more scheduled. Sponsored by Union Bank of California, the series returns this month at the California Endowment with a special panel discussion on the green economy. Please join BREATHE LA and others for this free and open “green” forum.

WHO – BREATHE LA, residents, consumers, elected and appointed officials, businesses, the public policy community, and other stakeholders

Emcee – Ray Gonzales, BREATHE LA Board Member and former Channel 5 KTLA host

Moderator – Jason Schaff, Editor, San Fernando Valley Business Journal

Panel of Experts – Honorable Mona Field, President of the Board of Trustees, Los Angeles Community College District; Moe Fakih, C&F Consulting (Green Building & Energy Conservation Implementation); Jane Paul, The Green LA Coalition; Chris Rochte, California Conservation Corps; and Daniel Villao, State Director of the California Construction Academy – UCLA Labor Center

WHAT – The BREATHE LA Green Salon Series is an open and public forum on clean air, the environment and healthy living. Each salon brings together some of the best and brightest minds on green issues and invites all community stakeholders to participate.

WHEN – Wednesday, September 16, 2009 @ 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.

WHERE – The California Endowment, 1000 Alameda Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012 (Parking is hosted; enter off of Main Street; 2 blocks from the Union Station Metro)

WHY – Engage expert panelists; Learn more about the green economy, greening the infrastructure and where the green jobs are.

FYI – All of the BREATHE LA Green Salons are free and open to the public. Coffee and a light breakfast are served. For more information, contact Edward Headington at Edward@HeadingtonMedia.com or (818) 720-7181. Space is limited so please R.S.V.P. through BREATHE LA or emailing events@headingtonmedia.com.

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BREATHE California of Los Angeles County (BREATHE LA) is a non-profit, public benefit organization dedicated to clean air and healthy lungs in Los Angeles County. BREATHE LA first established in 1903 to fight then-epidemic Tuberculosis is now part of BREATHE California, a statewide organization http://www.breathela.org/.

The BREATHE LA Green Salon Series, now in its second year of operation, engages all stakeholders around clean air, the environment and healthy living. An elected official delivers the welcome for each salon and a local journalist serves as moderator for panels of “green” experts. Sponsored by Union Bank of California, there will be six salons in 2009.

Pat Brown Institute 2009 Distinguished Lecture with CA Senate President pro Tem Darrell Steinberg

ADVISORY

Wednesday, September 9, 2009
For Immediate Release PBI Contact – Jacqueline Ruiz, 323.343.3770
Media Contact – Edward Headington, 818.720.7181
Website – http://www.patbrowninstitute.org/

PBI “California 2020: A Look Ahead” on 9/23 featuring California Senate President pro Tem Darrell Steinberg

The Honorable Darrell Steinberg will provide a look ahead on the Golden State and discuss whether California has the leadership and resources to meet the challenge

LOS ANGELES, CA—The California Agenda is a component of the Pat Brown Institute of Public Affairs’ Public Policy Education Program and is hosted this year by Southern California Edison, Wells Fargo and Sony Pictures. It was created to educate and engage leaders and individuals across the sectors on significant state, regional and local public policy issues. The 2009 Distinguished Lecture caps the California Agenda series for the year and will be part of the conversation going into the PBI California Issues Conference in November.

WHO – Welcome by PBI Executive Director, Dr. Jaime Regalado; Introduction by Wells Fargo Senior Vice President Byron Reed; Remarks by California Senate President pro Tem Darrell Steinberg

WHAT – PBI 2009 Distinguished Lecture on “California 2020: A Look Ahead”

WHEN – Wednesday, September 23, 2009; 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

WHERE – City Club on Bunker Hill @ 333 S. Grand Ave., 54th Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90071

FYI – Refreshments and hors d’ oeuvres will be provided; Please R.S.V.P. to 323.343.3770 or rcampos9@cslanet.calstatela.edu.

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The California Agenda is a component of the PBI’s Public Policy Education Program and is hosted this year by Southern California Edison and Wells Fargo. It was created to educate and engage leaders and individuals across the sectors on significant state, regional and local public policy issues.

Coro Statement on Robin Kramer

STATEMENT

Thursday, September 3, 2009
For Immediate Release
Contact: Edward Headington
E-mail: EHeadington@Coro.org
Phone: 818.720.7181

Coro Southern California Commends Robin Kramer for Her Legacy of Leadership in Los Angeles

The former Coro Southern California Executive Director and Board Chair has served “an honor roll of Los Angeles leaders”

LOS ANGELES, CA. Robin Kramer has been Chief of Staff to Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa since his first day in office and will soon be stepping down. Her legacy of leadership in Los Angeles includes serving as Chief of Staff to former Councilmember Richard Alatorre and Mayor Richard Riordan, as well as a chief aide to the city’s foremost philanthropic and cultural leader, Eli Broad. In addition to this impressive background, Kramer has served as Executive Director of Coro Southern California and also Chair of its Board of Directors.

“Robin Kramer exemplifies what a leader should be in the public affairs arena,” said Coro Southern California Center for Civic Leadership President & CEO, Don Pierro. “Her commitment to making a difference and serving the common good is second to none. We wish her well as she takes inventory and spends time with her family. Her other family—the public family—eagerly awaits her return to service in whatever form that takes.”

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Coro Southern California and its six affiliated centers nationwide shape civic leaders for effective roles in public affairs. The theme of Crystal Eagle Awards Gala this year was “Be Bold” and Coro continues to embody that spirit. Coro graduates are teachers, investment bankers, union leaders, corporate directors, activists, lawyers, journalists, and elected officials, among other professions. No matter where they work or what job titles they hold, they have learned how to challenge themselves and others to be more ethical and effective leaders. Coro runs programs in San Francisco, Los Angeles, New York, St. Louis, Pittsburgh, Kansas City and Cleveland. For more information, go to http://www.corola.org/.

BREATHE LA Public Health Tips for the Days Following the Wildfires

ADVISORY

September 3, 2009
For Immediate Release
Media Contact: Edward Headington
818.720.7181 or Edward@HeadingtonMedia.com

Particulates from the largest wildfire in Southern California history is likened to secondhand smoke exposure

Los Angeles, CA. The wildfire northeast of Los Angeles has scorched over 226 square miles and is reportedly to be 38% contained. Although this is welcome news, there is still a substantial amount of ash and debris lingering throughout the Los Angeles County region. High concentrations of particulates, such as ash and debris, can be found in the immediate vicinity of burns, and they diminish relatively rapidly as the distance from a burn-site increased. Lingering wildfire smoke also contains small amounts of cancer-causing chemicals similar to those found in cigarette smoke. Like secondhand smoke, exposure to wildfire smoke can be harmful even days after the fires have been extinguished. Particles from wildfires are respiratory irritants, and exposures to high concentrations of particulate matter can cause persistent cough, phlegm, wheezing and difficulty breathing.

The effects of smoke range from eye and respiratory tract irritation to more serious disorders, including reduced lung function, bronchitis, exacerbation of asthma, and premature death. Health risks are most acute to sensitive populations, including those with asthma, children, elderly, and those with COPD or other lung diseases. Particles can also affect healthy people, causing respiratory symptoms, transient reductions in lung function, and pulmonary inflammation.

To lesson the risk of health problems, the following is recommended:

1. Do not allow children to play in the ash or with unwashed toys
2. Wear gloves, long-sleeved shirts, and long pants to avoid skin contact
3. Avoid disseminating ash into the air; do not use non-HEPA filter vacuums
4. Using a small amount of water during clean up will help to limit the redistribution of ash and dust into the air
5. If you get ash on your skin, wash it off as soon as possible
6. Rinse homegrown fruit or vegetables thoroughly before eating them
7. Clean ash off house pets
8. Wear well-fitting dust masks; those rated N-95 or P-100 provide better protection than simple dust or surgical masks (persons with heart or lung disease should consult a physician before using a mask).

Cleaning up after the fires is an important step in the recovery process, but must be done carefully to avoid creating further impacts on public health and pollution. Symptoms can occur as late as 24 to 48 hours after exposure. Experts recommend modifying lifestyle habits for up to seven days after the fires have ended. For more information contact your local fire department by calling 411. Information about air quality is available at: 1-800-288-7664. For emergencies, dial 911.

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BREATHE California of Los Angeles County (BREATHE LA) is a non-profit, public benefit organization that promotes clean air and healthy lungs through research, education and technology. It has been “Protecting the ‘Breathe of Life’ since 1903.” For more information, go to http://www.breathela.org/.

Next Green Salon in 2 Weeks!

ADVISORY

Wednesday, September 2, 2009
For Immediate Release
Contact - Edward Headington
818.720.7181 or Edward@HeadingtonMedia.com

“Going Green: A Look at Jobs, Infrastructure & the Economy”

Los Angeles, CA — BREATHE California of Los Angeles County (BREATHE LA) has held three salons in its celebrated Green Salon Series and have three more scheduled. Sponsored by Union Bank of California, the series returns this month at the California Endowment with a special panel discussion on the green economy. Please join BREATHE LA and others for this free and open “green” forum.

WHO – BREATHE LA, residents, consumers, elected and appointed officials, businesses, the public policy community, and other stakeholders

Emcee – Ray Gonzales, BREATHE LA Board Member and former Channel 5 KTLA host

Welcome – Honorable José Huizar, Los Angeles City Councilmember, District 14

Moderator – Jason Schaff, Editor, San Fernando Valley Business Journal

Panel of Experts – Hear from a full panel of experts from Labor, Business, Government and other sectors of the green economy

WHAT – The BREATHE LA Green Salon Series is an open and public forum on clean air, the environment and healthy living. Each salon brings together some of the best and brightest minds on green issues and invites all community stakeholders to participate.

WHEN – Wednesday, September 16, 2009 @ 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.

WHERE – The California Endowment, 1000 Alameda Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012 (Parking is hosted; enter off of Main Street; 2 blocks from the Union Station Metro)

WHY – Engage expert panelists; Learn more about the green economy, greening the infrastructure and where the green jobs are.

FYI – All of the BREATHE LA Green Salons are free and open to the public. Coffee and a light breakfast are served. For more information, contact Edward Headington at Edward@HeadingtonMedia.com or (818) 720-7181. Space is limited so please R.S.V.P. through BREATHE LA or emailing events@headingtonmedia.com.

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BREATHE California of Los Angeles County (BREATHE LA) is a non-profit, public benefit organization dedicated to clean air and healthy lungs in Los Angeles County. BREATHE LA first established in 1903 to fight then-epidemic Tuberculosis is now part of BREATHE California, a statewide organization http://www.breathela.org/.

The BREATHE LA Green Salon Series, now in its second year of operation, engages all stakeholders around clean air, the environment and healthy living. An elected official delivers the welcome for each salon and a local journalist serves as moderator for panels of “green” experts. Sponsored by Union Bank of California, there will be six salons in 2009.

9-18-09 Coro CrossTalk "Death of the 4th Estate?"

WHO - Coro Leadership Network

WHAT - Coro CrossTalk “Death of the 4th Estate? A Look at New and Traditional Media and What It Means for the Public Affairs Arena"

Moderated by Ray Gonzales, former Channel 5 KTLA Host
Featuring Panelists Joe Mathews, Ted Johnson and Ron Kaye

Traditional Media continues to be battered with cuts and layoffs and concerns arise over whether the surviving staffs can meet the challenge of covering the dramatic stories of our times—healthcare, politics, the economy, the water crisis, etc.—or whether New Media is filling the void. Join Coro for this special panel discussion with some local journalists and influencers. Hear from those in the trenches as well as some who have made the transition.

WHEN - Friday, September 18, 2009; 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.

WHERE - 1000 N. Alameda Street, Los Angeles, CA (Parking is hosted; enter off of Main Street; Union Station is 2 blocks away for Metro riders)

HOW - Seats are still available if you want to attend; please RSVP to Edward Headington at eheadington@coro.org. It is also okay to invite colleagues and peers so long as they RSVP and we have space available (Audience limit - 25) .

FYI - This is a free and open public forum sponsored by Health Net, Inc. A light breakfast (of yogurt, granola, bagels and fruit) and coffee/juice will be served.

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Coro Southern California and its four affiliated centers nationwide shape resilient civic leaders for effective roles in public affairs. Coro graduates are teachers, investment bankers, union leaders, corporate directors, activists, lawyers, journalists, and elected officials, among other professions. No matter where they work or what job titles they hold, they have learned how to challenge themselves and others to be more ethical and effective leaders. Coro runs programs in San Francisco, Los Angeles, New York, St. Louis, Pittsburgh, Kansas City and Cleveland. For more information, go to www.corola.org/.

Coro CrossTalk is a lively and engaging speaker series on the issues in the public affairs arena--especially in the area of healthcare, politics and leadership. It continues in the boundary-crossing tradition of the HLP and also serves to engage the larger public affairs community. Each month, a new issues or aspect of leadership is explored by a speaker or panel discussion representing a diversity of opinion and experience.

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