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The Morgan Hill
Dennis Kennedy
Aquatics Center
… named in recognition of
Dennis Kennedy’s vision, passion,
and determination to enhance
aquatics opportunities for the
Morgan Hill community this past
December.
ON THE PLAQUE PRESENTED AT THE RENAMING CEREMONY, shown to
the right: “ As Mayor, Dennis Kennedy had a vision to improve Morgan
Hill’s quality of life for its residents. That vision became a reality as he
led the City in the development and construction of public facilities that
transformed the community. The Morgan Hill Aquatics Center was
undoubtedly the facility for which Dennis had the greatest impact. The
Morgan Hill Dennis Kennedy Aquatics Center shall serve as a reminder
of the community’s gratitude for Dennis Kennedy’s relentless efforts.”
Local Vet Honored at Gilroy Elks Lodge
ON NOVEMBER 11, 2015, t he Gilroy Elks Club hosted its annual Veteran’s Day
dinner. A wall of photos and service details honored the Elks who had served
in the military. Special recognition was also given to 97 year-old Fred Angelino
(pictured on the left) who served in the Pacific in World War II and is the oldest
known veteran living in Gilroy. The program that evening also featured Mary
Cortani and the work done by her Freedom Paws, matching vets with service dogs.
Several vets and their dogs attended the dinner. Some of the funds raised by the
Elks Club will be donated to Freedom Paws.
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GILROY • MORGAN HILL • SAN MARTIN
JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2016
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