Paul Krekorian Is Looking for Few Good Women

The search for Council District 2's 2012 California Pioneer Woman of the Year is on and Councilmember Paul Krekorian needs your help. 

The annual event, led by the Commission on the Status of Women, pays tribute to the extraordinary women who have made significant contributions to their communities in Los Angeles. Councilmember Krekorian is seeking submissions for honorees who have gone above and beyond their call of duty.       

In the past, the award has honored architects, engineers, computer programmers, fire fighters, clergy, machinists, truck drivers, aircraft pilots, construction workers and other women in the forefront of their fields.

Last year, Councilmember Krekorian presented the award to long-time community organizer and Valley Glen resident, Asta Criss. Following her career as a professional ballet dancer in New York City, Asta returned to Los Angeles in 1960 and began what would be decades of service to help shape her community. She played a vital role in forming the Valley Glen Neighborhood Association and the Greater Valley Glen Neighborhood Council, empowering her community and leading to the award.

"This is a tremendous our opportunity to recognize and thank some remarkable women throughout our city who've played significant roles to uplift their communities," Councilmember Krekorian said. 

The deadline to submit nominations for the 2012 California Pioneer Woman of the Year award is July 6th. Community members are highly encouraged to send in the names of their nominees, along with a brief description, via email to Councilmember.Krekorian@lacity.org.