Armenian National Committee of the San Fernando Valley-West
17328 Ventura Boulevard, Suite 418
Encino, California 91316
E-Mail: ancwsv@gmail.com

PRESS RELEASE

February 11, 2010
Contact: Aleen Khanjian
E-Mail: ancwsv@gmail.com

SAN FERNANDO VALLEY ANC HOSTS WINE AND CHEESE RECEPTION FOR LA COUNCILMAN
KORETZ

ENCINO, CA—On February 11, 2010, the Armenian National Committee of the
San Fernando Valley-West (ANC SFV) hosted a wine and cheese reception in
honor of newly-elected Los Angeles City Councilman, of the 5th district,
Paul Koretz. The Councilman was welcomed by local community leaders from
the Armenian Relief Society "Anahid" Chapter, Homenetmen "Massis" Chapter,
Hamazkayin Armenian Cultural Association "Baruyr Sevag" Chapter, the Holy
Martyrs Church Board of Trustees, as well as Holy Martyrs Rev. Father Razmig
Khatchadourian, the Armenian Revolutionary Federation’s "Rosdom" Chapter,
Armenian Youth Federation "Sardarabad" Chapter.

"Councilman Koretz has been a valuable asset to our community," remarked
Kitsinian. "Chatting with him in this intimate setting reminds us that the
Councilman is always ready to affirm his commitment to addressing the needs
of the Armenian Community. He does so not only effectively, but efficiently
as well."

After an introduction by ANC-SFV Chairman, Nareg S. Kitsinian Esq., the
nearly 40 attendees enjoyed a discussion with the Councilman who spoke
candidly of his close involvement and interest in the Armenian Community.
The conversation ranged from addressing quality of life concerns to better
engaging Armenian American youth in public and community service through the
Councilman’s office. Also joining the ANC-SFV for the event were
representatives from the Armenian Cultural Foundation, Armenian National
Committee-Western Region, and the Encino Neighborhood Council.

"The Councilman’s eagerness to work side-by-side with his constituents, as
well as Armenian organizations, and Armenian community leaders is always
encouraging and we look at tonight as the first step in the process," said
Nichan Kulukian, an ANC SFV activist who participated in the event.

The Armenian National Committee of the San Fernando Valley-West advances the
social, economic, cultural, and political rights of the area’s Armenian
American community and promotes increased Armenian American civic
participation at the grassroots and public policy levels.