PRESS RELEASE
January 24, 2006

SAN DIEGO – The San Diego County Board of Supervisors today approved Chairwoman Pam Slater-Price’s request of financial support to various non-profit community organizations that provide services, plan events, and manage programs throughout the county. The funds are allocated from the county’s Community Projects grant program.

“These organizations play a vital role in making San Diego County a better place to live, work, and play,” said Slater-Price. “These grants allow non-profit organizations to take care of regional needs and provide valuable services at the community-level.”

Among the organizations that will receive funds are:

• Spirit of the Fourth, Inc: $11,000 for July parades and related events in the Rancho Bernardo area. Spirit of the Fourth, Inc. provides North County communities patriotic, historical, and educational activities, which commemorate the declaration of our nation’s independence.
• Escondido Art Association: $3,000 for a collaborative “Coast – to – Crest” art/education/environment project with the San Dieguito River Valley Conservancy. The Escondido Art Association advances local artists, helps provide educational opportunities to area students, and provides a forum to display art exhibits.
• Rancho Bernardo Veteran’s Memorial Association: $3,000 to assist with putting on Veterans programs in the Rancho Bernardo area during holiday events and parades, as well as help purchase flags, plaques, and other necessary materials. The Rancho Bernardo Veteran’s Memorial Association provides color and/or honor guards for festivals, parades, and other civic activities throughout the Rancho Bernardo area.
• San Diego Repertory Theatre: $30,000 to assist with production and publication costs associated with the promotion of their 30th Anniversary season. The San Diego Repertory Theatre annually provides six world-class performing arts performances.
• The San Diego Epilepsy Foundation: $30,000 to provide comprehensive assistance to people with seizer disorders in the county. The San Diego Epilepsy Foundation provides services and educational training for county residents.
• NTC Foundation: $15,000 to commission a study to determine how to transform the Luce Auditorium from Naval training facility into a performing arts venue. The NTC Foundation is currently creating the NTC Promenade – a dynamic destination for all San Diego County residents and tourists alike by bringing arts, science, and educational programs to one unique location.

Supervisor Slater-Price represents the Third Supervisorial District.