Hollister Fire Fighters Union - Local 3395 endorsed District 4 candidate, Phil Fortino, citing Phil's "years of dedication as a local business owner" as a reason for their "great confidence in his ability to preside on the San Benito County Board of Supervisors."
Thursday, February 25, 2010
Tuesday, February 23, 2010
Phil Fortino Fully Supports YMCA and Gavilan College on Former Leatherback Site
Phil Fortino, Candidate for Supervisor, District 4, announced his full support of the proposed YMCA of SBC and Gavilan College collaborative on the former Leatherback site. Candidate Fortino said, "Assuming all the details come together I enthusiastically support the two institutions in responding, together, to the Hollister Redevelopment Agency's RFP (Request For Proposal). First and foremost, Gavilan College and the YMCA of SBC have natural synergies. Some of the most valuable are the sharing of facilities, grant funding opportunities and the realization of a true community center that the YMCA has been advocating for 10 years. Secondly and just as critical, is Gavilan College stays downtown on an interim basis."
Fortino went on to say, "Gavilan has been an important force in Hollister's downtown economy and vibrancy in their current location at the Briggs Building. Many communities across America have discovered that retaining or encouraging colleges to select a downtown location bring significant economic, cultural and commercial benefit."
Fortino concluded with these thoughts, "I appreciate Gavilan College Board of Trustees foresight in exploring this as a temporary solution to their long-term vision of a San Benito County campus off of Fairview. The consideration of taking advantage of infill sites and existing infrastructure can maximize their investment. This project if realized, will accomplish a long-term vision of a much-needed community center complete with educational, recreational and commercial applications. The YMCA and Gavilan College, as partners in collaboration and in cooperation with the community, could be just some of the good news San Benito County needs right now. I applaud the Board of Trustees of Gavilan Community College’s decision to investigate the possibilities further."
Fortino was the owner of Fortino's Total Home, a $6,500,000 annual furniture and appliance center that employed 34 people at its peak. Fortino is a regular donor and frequent volunteer to the YMCA of SBC, a board member of Community Foundation of SBC, a member of their Economic Development Committee, a member of the SBC Chamber of Commerce and a member of the Hollister Downtown Association. The YMCA of SBC and Gavilan College site is located at the corner of Hillcrest and McCray, formerly Leatherback. It has been vacant for 3 years and is currently owned by the Hollister Redevelopment Agency. The project is proposed to include at least 20,000 square feet of classrooms, labs and administration facilities for Gavilan College with the potential to expand, if needed. It would also include retail and commercial space and up to 10,000 square feet for the first phase of the YMCA of SBC project. Gavilan College's 80 acre campus site is located on the northeast corner off Fairview and Airline Highway in Candidate Fortino’s District, District 4.
Fortino went on to say, "Gavilan has been an important force in Hollister's downtown economy and vibrancy in their current location at the Briggs Building. Many communities across America have discovered that retaining or encouraging colleges to select a downtown location bring significant economic, cultural and commercial benefit."
Fortino concluded with these thoughts, "I appreciate Gavilan College Board of Trustees foresight in exploring this as a temporary solution to their long-term vision of a San Benito County campus off of Fairview. The consideration of taking advantage of infill sites and existing infrastructure can maximize their investment. This project if realized, will accomplish a long-term vision of a much-needed community center complete with educational, recreational and commercial applications. The YMCA and Gavilan College, as partners in collaboration and in cooperation with the community, could be just some of the good news San Benito County needs right now. I applaud the Board of Trustees of Gavilan Community College’s decision to investigate the possibilities further."
Fortino was the owner of Fortino's Total Home, a $6,500,000 annual furniture and appliance center that employed 34 people at its peak. Fortino is a regular donor and frequent volunteer to the YMCA of SBC, a board member of Community Foundation of SBC, a member of their Economic Development Committee, a member of the SBC Chamber of Commerce and a member of the Hollister Downtown Association. The YMCA of SBC and Gavilan College site is located at the corner of Hillcrest and McCray, formerly Leatherback. It has been vacant for 3 years and is currently owned by the Hollister Redevelopment Agency. The project is proposed to include at least 20,000 square feet of classrooms, labs and administration facilities for Gavilan College with the potential to expand, if needed. It would also include retail and commercial space and up to 10,000 square feet for the first phase of the YMCA of SBC project. Gavilan College's 80 acre campus site is located on the northeast corner off Fairview and Airline Highway in Candidate Fortino’s District, District 4.
Saturday, February 13, 2010
Cabernet and Cabaret ~ February 27, 2010 @ Leal Vineyards
Come and enjoy an evening of wine and entertainment with Hollister native and Las Vegas headliner, Khris Francis. All proceeds to support Phil Fortino for Supervisor, District 4.
Date: February 27 @ 6:00 pm
Cost: $50/person
Tickets are available at these fine local businesses: Drapoel / Teezerz, She's, and Leal Vineyards. They are also available online at www.fortinoforsupervisor.com.
Advance purchase tickets only - tickets will not be available at the door.
Date: February 27 @ 6:00 pm
Cost: $50/person
Tickets are available at these fine local businesses: Drapoel / Teezerz, She's, and Leal Vineyards. They are also available online at www.fortinoforsupervisor.com.
Advance purchase tickets only - tickets will not be available at the door.
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