For Immediate Release

June 28, 2012

For more information, contact: Nelson Huang, Chair, APAPA-SCR

nhuang@aspus.com, (909) 860-4316

PRESS CONFERENCE INVITATION

Special Awards Ceremony and Press Conference

In Celebration of The Passage of H. Res. 683 "Regret for Chinese Exclusionary Laws"

City of Industry, CA: On Tuesday, July 3, the Asian Pacific Islander American Public Affairs Association (APAPA) will host a special awards ceremony to show the Asian Community's gratitude to the two great leaders, Congresswoman Judy Chu and Congressman Howard Berman, whom have been instrumental for the passage of the historic House Resolution 683 "Regret for Chinese Exclusionary Laws" on June 18, 2012 by the U.S. House of Representatives.

The Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882 was the first major law that singled out and forbade a specific ethnic group, the Chinese, from immigrating to and becoming naturalized citizens of the United States. It first started as a law against the Chinese, later expanded against Asians, eventually against most immigrants. For example, the Geary Act of 1892 and the Alien Land Law of 1913 prohibited the immigration and property ownership of Asians.

APAPA is proud to be part of a nationwide coalition under the leadership of Hon. Judy Chu, and the critical backing of Hon. Howard Berman. The community worked diligently for many months together rallying support from Congress and the general public.

You are invited to join us in commemorating this historic event. Please see our attached flyer for more information.

Event: Special Awards Ceremony and Press Conference - In Celebration of The Passage of H. Res. 683 "Regret for Chinese Exclusionary Laws"

Date: Tuesday, July 3, 2012

Time: 2:00PM - 3:00PM 

Location: Hilton Los Angeles/San Gabriel, Santa Barbara Room (2nd FL)

225 West Valley Boulevard

San Gabriel, CA 91776

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Please click on the link below to read the full press release:

2012_Chu-Berman_Awards_Press_Release.pdf (298.58 kb)

Dear Friends,  

We are pleased to share with you a very inspiring article featuring APAPA's founder, C.C. Yin. Please take a moment to read the story and post your comments on the SacBee.com website.    

Article on SacBee.com: From a McDonald's empire, and a drive to succeed, an immigrant shapes California politics

Photos (Lifestyle Galleries on SacBee.com): C.C. Yin's McDonald's Empire 

Link: APAPA News & Events

Dear Friends,
 
We have been contacted by Gayliene Omary, Program Director, from ESL Arts Advantage, to help host 40 students from Chengdu, China, between July 16 to August 3, 2012. This is an urgent request as these students will be arriving in Sacramento on July 16th. The students are part of the English as a Second Language (ESL) exchange program, and are looking for host families in the Greater Sacramento Area for the "American Experience".

Below are basic information and requirements to the host family:
 
- Students, ages 14 to 17
- Students are 100% insured by the host organization, ESL Arts Advantage
- 2 students of the same gender will be placed with each family, or up to 4 if you have the capacity
- Each student will need separate sleeping quarters, room sharing okay
 
- Host family covers breakfast and dinner, M to F, and weekend activities and meals (normal activities such as shopping in supermarkets, etc. Free activities are fine, no need to spend money on them if not desired, they just want to experience America)
- Host family transports students to and from their ESL Arts Camp, M to F, 8am-drop off, 5pm-pick up. Art Camp located at 501 Arden Way, Sacramento
- Host family will receive $100 stipend per student, OR if you have children of similar age, they can join camp activities with students complimentary in-lieu of the stipend
- Host family are NOT required to speak Chinese
As these students are here to learn and experience "American Living", there are no special requirements to the host family other than just include them in your routine activities on the weekends.
 
For more information, please contact Gayliene Omary by phone: 916-538-4008 or email: gomary.eslartscamp@gmail.com. Your early response will be greatly appreciated.

The US Congress passed House Resolution 683, authored by Congresswoman Judy Chu, expressing regret for the 1882 Chinese Exclusion Act and other similar laws. Here's the Youtube video of Judy Chu in session speaking to HR 683. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Vwd2YIS9wA

Full coverage of the House proceedings on H. Res. 683 can be found at http://www.c-spanvideo.org/clip/3342436

This was a strong grass roots effort by many, including CC Yin, Ching-Lin Chen, and many others at APAPA and in the API Community.

The Desert Southwest Region is recruiting for a GS-12 Electronics Engineer
in Protection and Communication Maintenance.  Please see the links to the
announcements below:

Job Title: Electronics Engineer, GS-0855-12

Agency:Western Area Power Administration

SALARY RANGE: $70,376.00 to $91,487.00 / Per Year OPEN PERIOD: Tuesday, June
12, 2012 to Sunday, June 24, 2012 SERIES & GRADE: GS-0855-12 POSITION
INFORMATION: This is a full-time, permanent position.
PROMOTION POTENTIAL:  12
DUTY LOCATIONS:  Phoenix, AZ

Job Announcement Number: WAPA-12-MP-250
http://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/318941200

WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: This position is open to current or former federal
employees eligible for transfer or reinstatement; veterans eligible for
appointment under the Veterans' Employment Opportunities Act or other
veterans' programs; those eligible for appointment under special hiring
programs.

Job Announcement Number: WAPA-12-DE-250
http://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/318942100

WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: This position is open to all U.S. citizens.

SNR Operations is currently recruiting for a Power Operations Advisor,
GS-1101-14, duty station - Folsom, CA.

The job vacancy is posted on USAJOBs:

Job Title: Power Operations Advisor
SALARY RANGE: $103,500.00 to $134,547.00 / Per Year
OPEN PERIOD: Thursday June 7, 2012 to Thursday June 21, 2012
SERIES & GRADE: GS-1101-14
POSITION INFORMATION: This is a full-time, permanent position PROMOTION
POTENTIAL: 14 DUTY LOCATION: 1 vacancy in Folsom, CA

WAPA-12-DE-251: http://usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/318637000
Open to all U.S. Citizens

WAPA-12-MP-251: http://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/318637300
This Merit Promotion announcement is open to current eligible Federal
employees or former Federal employees eligible for reinstatement; veterans
eligible for appointment under the Veterans' Employment Opportunities Act or
other veterans' programs; and those eligible for appointment under special
hiring programs.

Applicants are reminded to attach the appropriate documentation as required
by the Vacancy Announcement.  For example, internal applicants applying
under the Merit Promotion (MP-251) VA are required to upload an SF-50,
Notification of Personnel Action, to support their eligibility to apply
under this announcement.  The SF-50 must include the highest grade (block
18), the current step (block 19), and tenure (block 24), and position
occupied (block 34), (do not upload an award SF-50). Failure to upload the
SF-50 will result in an ineligible rating.

After completing the application process I encourage you to contact
Bernadean Trujillo, CSO-HR to verify that all required documents were
received.  Bernadean may be reached via phone at 720.962.7194, or via e-mail
at trujillo@wapa.gov.

Job Title: Electrical Engineer

Agency: Western Area Power Administration

SALARY RANGE: $70,376.00 to $91,487.00 / Per Year OPEN PERIOD: Friday, June
08, 2012 to Wednesday, June 20, 2012 SERIES & GRADE: GS-0850-12 POSITION
INFORMATION: This is a full-time, permanent position PROMOTION POTENTIAL:12
DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy in Phoenix, AZ

Job Announcement Number: WAPA-12-MP-249
http://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/318636700

WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: This position is open to current or former federal
employees eligible for transfer or reinstatement who live in the local
commuting area (within 50 miles of the duty station); veterans eligible for
appointment under the Veterans' Employment Opportunities Act or other
veterans' programs; those eligible for appointment under special hiring
programs.

AND

Job Announcement Number: WAPA-12-DE-249
http://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/318637100

WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: This position is open to all U.S. citizens.

The Sierra Nevada Region is currently recruiting for a Compliance Specialist
in the office of the Regional Manager, duty station Folsom, CA.

The job has been posted to USAJOBs:

Job Title: Compliance Specialist
SALARY RANGE: $73,655.00 to $113,860.00 / Per Year OPEN PERIOD: Friday, June
8, 2012 to Wednesday June 20, 2012 SERIES & GRADE: GS-1101-12/13 POSITION
INFORMATION: This is a full-time permanent position PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 13
DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 or more vacancy(s) in the following locations: Folsom, CA,
US

WAPA-12-DE-252 :  http://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/318721100
Open to all U.S. Citizens

WAPA-12-MP-252 : http://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/318721400
This Merit Promotion announcement is open to current eligible Federal
employees or former Federal employees eligible for reinstatement; veterans
eligible for appointment under the Veterans' Employment Opportunities Act or
other veterans' programs; and those eligible for appointment under special
hiring programs.

Applicants are reminded to attach the appropriate documentation as required
by the Vacancy Announcement.  For example, internal applicants applying
under the Merit Promotion (MP-252) VA are required to upload an SF-50,
Notification of Personnel Action, to support their eligibility to apply
under this announcement.  The SF-50 must include the highest grade (block
18), the current step (block 19), and tenure (block 24), and position
occupied (block 34), (do not upload an award SF-50). Failure to upload the
SF-50 will result in an ineligible rating.

After completing the application process I encourage you to contact
Bernadean Trujillo (CSO HR) to verify that all required documents were
received.  Bernadean may be reached via phone at 720.962.7194, or via e-mail
at trujillo@wapa.gov.

Sondra Klein
Western Area Power Administration
Sierra Nevada Region
Office of the Regional Manager
114 Parkshore Drive
Folsom, CA 95630
916.353.4418
sklein@wapa.gov

The Annual Membership Drive will be held on Saturday, July 21, 2012 at the Yin Ranch in Vacaville. Come enjoy great BBQ food, fun entertainment and the opportunity to meet new friends and learn more about APAPA. Volunteer opportunities are available. For more information, please contact APAPA National Headquarters, (916) 928-9988, Email: office@apapa.org.