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Battle of the Badges XI: member Mandel Estepa victorious

June 18, 2014 By Teo Millan

On Saturday, June 14, 2014 the Battle of the Badges XI was held at the Four Points Sheraton Hotel. Boxers from local fire/police departments, Border Patrol, Department of Corrections, Probation, Navy and Marines came together to represent their departments and test their mettle against each other in the ring.

FALEO member Mandel “Code 8” Estepa (5’8, 165 pounds) was pitted against Darryl “The Doctor” Roberts (5’11, 169 pounds) from CV Fire. As the bell rang, each boxer took only a moment to size each other up before the fight was at full speed. Both traded punches amid the cheers from TEAM ESTEPA. There was non-stop action from beginning to end. Estepa won rounds 1 and 3 to take the match by decision.

The event helped raise money to support local boxing programs for the youth.

Congratulations Mandel!!

2nd Annual Membership and Scholarship Dinner

February 28, 2014 By Teo Millan

On February 28th, FALEO-San Diego Chapter held its 2^nd Annual Event at the Jacobs Center. The purpose of the event was to award scholarships to two deserving students on their way to college. It was also a membership drive. A free dinner ticket was given to new members and renewing members. The newly elected executive board and board of directors were introduced. The event was hosted by 10News reporter Melissa Mecija.In attendance were Interim Mayor Todd Gloria and San Diego Police Asst. Chief Mark Jones. Southwestern Community College Police Chief Mike Cash was also in attendance. Several sponsors and guests were also at the event.

A City Proclamation made by Interim Mayor Gloria proclaiming February 28, 2014 as Cesar Solis Day. Assistant Chief Solis is retiring after 32 years of service to the San Diego Police Department. Chief Solis was not able to attend due to an illness in the family.

Awards were presented to Member of the Year: Tess Dull and Business of the Year: Sunga Orthodontics. The two $500 scholarships were presented to Elena Radovan and Arvin Poblete.

Katriz Trinidad amazed the crowd and showcased her singing talents. The PASACAT Dance Company performed a variety of cultural dances. 2^nd Vice-President Teo Millan performed and became “ELVEZ”.

Ben and Bernadette Somera provided the DJ services for free. Starbucks, Macys, Viejas Casino and Sunga Orthodontics donated several items for the raffle. The Grand Prize was an IPAD mini which was won by FALEO member, Fernando Fimbres (USBP).

FALEO helping our local veterans

December 30, 2013 By Teo Millan

FALEO received a request from Southwestern College’s Student Veteran Organization (SVO) for assistance in helping at the holiday party at the California Veterans Home of Chula Vista. 1st VP Al Ambito worked diligently to gather volunteers for the event.

California Veterans Home of Chula Vista is the largest nursing home for our nation’s elderly Veterans with nearly 169 residents. On December 12th, the Veterans Home holds their annual holiday party. The party is their biggest of the year and one that residents and their guests look forward to every year. Volunteers were needed for the entire day.

Al was able to gather a group of volunteers from FALEO and PANPAC, which also included family and friends, to help at the party. FALEO helped make a difference in the lives of our veterans who served and sacrificed for this great country. Well done everyone!!

Filipino Historical Events for December

December 14, 2013 By Teo Millan

Important Filipino historical events in the month of December:

December 30, 1896. Jose Rizal was executed by firing squad in Bagumbayan (now called Rizal Park) after being held captive at fort Santiago in Intramuros, Manila.

December 14, 1897. Pact of Biyak-na-Bato. Signed by the Spanish government and the Filipino revolutionary leaders. This provided for the secession of hostilities between the two parties and the voluntary exile of revolutionary leaders in Hong Kong.

December 10, 1898. The Treaty of Paris. This was signed between the United States and Spain ceding Spanish colonies, including the Philippines, to America. The Americans received the right to colonize the Philippines after paying Spain $20 million.

December 2, 1900. The young general, Gregorio del Pilar died while fighting against the Americans in the Battle of Pasong Tirad (Tirad Pass).

December 29, 1930. Inauguration of Rizal Monument. The monument to Jose Rizal was inaugurated at the Luneta (now Rizal Park).

December 14, 1937. Law on Women’s Suffrage. For the first time, Filipino women were given the right to vote during elections.

December 7, 1941. The Japanese bombed the Pearl Harbor, a US military base in Hawaii. The Philippines was attacked ten hours after the bombing.

December 8, 1941. Japanese invasion. Japanese bombers attacked Clark Air Base and other American camps in Baguio City, Manila and Davao. This signaled the beginning of the Japanese Occupation in the Philippines.

December 25 1941. General Douglas MacArthur declared Manila as an “open city” but the Japanese ignored and still continued its attack.

December 30, 1941. Oath-taking at Malinta Tunnel, Corregidor. Manuel Quezon took his second term of office as President of the Commonwealth government.

December 3, 1942. New government under the Japanese. The Kapisanan sa Paglilingkod sa Bagong Pilipinas (Kalibapi) was established and elected Jose P. Laurel as President of the Philippines. This party, however, lasted only until 1945.

December 8, 1944. Makabayang Kalipunan ng mga Pilipino (Makapili). The Japanese used its members, composed of Filipinos, to inform on guerrilla sympathizers. Many of its members were prosecuted after the war for the atrocities they committed against the people.

December 26, 1968. Jose Maria Sison reestablished the Communist Party of the Philippines (CPP) as a Stalinist-Maoist Political Party.End of the 20th Century and Millennium Watch.

December 31, 2000. The Filipino Nation led by President Joseph Ejercito Estrada joined the whole world in welcoming the new millennium. The President called on Filipinos “to pray for global peace and brotherhood and to world as one in facing th

FALEO distributes donations to Families in Need

November 23, 2013 By Teo Millan

On Sunday December 22nd, FALEO along with family members met at the National City Police Department to distribute the collected donations to the 3 families. One family was not at home. Their donations were delivered the following day. FALEO’s donation drive collected over $1000 in cash and gift cards, toys, and numerous food items. The food items consisted of 2 large bags containing ham, bread, rice, fruit, pasta, spaghetti sauce, and other food items.

The families were overjoyed and thankful to receive the gifts. Channel 10 reporter Marie Coronel was there to cover the event. Here is a link to the news spot:

http://www.10news.com/news/san-diego-police-officers-surprise-south-bay-families-with-gift-baskets-toys-12222013

Thank you to all who donated and helped make this event possible. Another example of how FALEO turns words and intentions to ACTION!