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San Francisco Bay Area Sigma / Zeta Council Celebrate Founder’s Day

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January 27, 2018

Members of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Incorporated and Phi Beta Sigma fraternity Incorporated host the San Francisco Bay Area Sigma Zeta Council annual Founders’ Day Celebration entitled “Going Back to Basics” at the scenic Stonebrae Country Club in Hayward California. Photo by Graig Brooks – Vizions Photography.

The San Francisco Bay Area Sigma / Zeta Council hosted their Annual Founders’ Day celebration entitled “Going Back to Basics.” Hosted at the Stonebrae Country Club in Hayward, 200 members of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. and Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. gathered at the scenic site to celebrate a legacy of brotherhood and sisterhood together.

An inspirational keynote address was delivered by Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.’s Pacific Regional Director Natalie Dillard Brannon. Brannon discussed the organizations’ history and the uniqueness of the Zetas and Sigmas being constitutionally bound together. “We are the only fraternity and sorority that are officially connected to one another” said Brannon.”

“For 98 years (Zetas) and 104 years (Sigmas), we have seen the world as siblings which creates a special bond – a brotherhood and a sisterhood that cannot be broken. This also speaks to the mission of the founders in that they wanted to ensure that My brothers have my back and my sisters have my back.”

Brannan stressed the importance of staying on task, putting in the work in the community and staying in the fight. “If not us, then who?” she said.

The scholarship fundraiser included collegiate achievement awards. Samuel Akinwande of Pi Delta Chapter, CSU Chico received the Richard Hogg Award presented by Jarrett Davis and Thomani Geter received the Angela Bukle Award presented by Northern California State Director, Zakkiyyah Nazee.

The graduate service awards were presented to Jamal Mohamed, Theta Gamma Sigma Chapter, Sacramento by Patrick McFall and Jonelle Campbell, Epsilon Phi Zeta Chapter, Oakland by Pam White. “We work hard to fulfill our organization’s mission of service,” she said.

Anthony Rodgers of Alpha Nu Sigma Chapter, Oakland received the Stella I. Bronson Award presented by Michael Clark. Northern California State Director, Cedric Soso was also presented a special recognition award. “I do the work that I do because I love Sigma,” he said.

Event coordinator, Rhonda Jacobs of Xi Zeta Zeta Chapter, San Jose ensured the program ran smoothly and everyone had a great time. “It’s great to celebrate the legacy of our founders and honor those who have made an extraordinary difference in the community and impacted lives of others.”

Phi Beta Sigma’s Mark Armstrong, 33rd Western Regional Director and Benjamin Kelso, Southern California State Director were also in attendance along with Zeta Phi Beta’s Shamar Walker, Southern California State Director.

A live auction was held by Kendric Nalls, raising over $3000 on several gift baskets. Toward the end of the event all members gathered to lock arms and form a circle as they sang their traditional theme songs. Other attendees included Clarine Cook, Jacob’s Godmother, Zeola Slaughter, Melissa (Missy) Jackson, Katherine House, Marvin Clark and William Riley.

For more information on how to contribute or join a local chapter in your area, visit: www.zphib1920.org and www.phibetasigma1914.org

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The printed Weekly Edition of the Oakland Post: Week of April 24 – 30, 2024

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DA Pamela Price Stands by Mom Who Lost Son to Gun Violence in Oakland

Last week, The Post published a photo showing Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price with Carol Jones, whose son, Patrick DeMarco Scott, was gunned down by an unknown assailant in 2018.

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District Attorney Pamela Price with Carol Jones

Publisher’s note: Last week, The Post published a photo showing Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price with Carol Jones, whose son, Patrick DeMarco Scott, was gunned down by an unknown assailant in 2018. The photo was too small for readers to see where the women were and what they were doing. Here we show Price and Jones as they complete a walk in memory of Scott. For more information and to contribute, please contact Carol Jones at 510-978-5517 at morefoundation.help@gmail.com. Courtesy photo.

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Vallejo Welcomes Interim City Manager Beverli Marshall

At Tuesday night’s Council meeting, the Vallejo City Council appointed Beverli Marshall as the interim city manager. Her tenure in the City Manager’s Office began today, Wednesday, April 10. Mayor Robert McConnell praised Marshall’s extensive background, noting her “wide breadth of experience in many areas that will assist the City and its citizens in understanding the complexity of the many issues that must be solved” in Vallejo.

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Beverli Marshall began her first day with the City on April 10. ICMA image.

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At Tuesday night’s Council meeting, the Vallejo City Council appointed Beverli Marshall as the interim city manager. Her tenure in the City Manager’s Office began today, Wednesday, April 10.

Mayor Robert McConnell praised Marshall’s extensive background, noting her “wide breadth of experience in many areas that will assist the City and its citizens in understanding the complexity of the many issues that must be solved” in Vallejo.

Current City Manager Michael Malone, whose official departure is slated for April 18, expressed his well wishes. “I wish the City of Vallejo and Interim City Manager Marshall all the best in moving forward on the progress we’ve made to improve service to residents.” Malone expressed his hope that the staff and Council will work closely with ICM Marshall to “ensure success and prosperity for the City.”

According to the Vallejo Sun, Malone stepped into the role of interim city manager in 2021 and became permanent in 2022. Previously, Malone served as the city’s water director and decided to retire from city service e at the end of his contract which is April 18.

“I hope the excellent work of City staff will continue for years to come in Vallejo,” he said. “However, recent developments have led me to this decision to announce my retirement.”

When Malone was appointed, Vallejo was awash in scandals involving the housing division and the police department. A third of the city’s jobs went unfilled during most of his tenure, making for a rocky road for getting things done, the Vallejo Sun reported.

At last night’s council meeting, McConnell explained the selection process, highlighting the council’s confidence in achieving positive outcomes through a collaborative effort, and said this afternoon, “The Council is confident that by working closely together, positive results will be obtained.”

While the search for a permanent city manager is ongoing, an announcement is expected in the coming months.

On behalf of the City Council, Mayor McConnell extended gratitude to the staff, citizen groups, and recruitment firm.

“The Council wishes to thank the staff, the citizens’ group, and the recruitment firm for their diligent work and careful consideration for the selection of what is possibly the most important decision a Council can make on behalf of the betterment of our City,” McConnell said.

The Vallejo Sun contributed to this report.