l-r: Ed Masterson (representing Assemblyman Smyth), Councilmember Laurie Ender, David Perry (representing County Supervisor Antonovich), Patty Kelly (representing State Senator McClintock), Councilmember Laurene Weste, United States Congressman Howard "Buck" McKeon, Allyson Felix, Kim Rhode, Crystl Bustos, Councilmember Marsha McLean, David Neville, Mayor Bob Kellar, Mayor Pro Tem Frank Ferry.
The Santa Clarita City Council recognized the outstanding achievements of local Olympic athletes at Tuesday’s meeting. Each of the athletes honored received medals at the Summer Olympics in China.
Crystl Bustos, a resident of Canyon Country and graduate of Canyon High School, and already a two time Olympic Gold Medalist, competed in softball and won a Silver Medal in China.
Kim Rhode is a member and active participant of the local Oak Tree Gun Club. Kim was able to train at a custom range at the Oak Tree Gun Club, which ultimately led to her earning a Silver Medal in Skeet Shooting.
David Neville is a track and field athlete who lives and trained in Santa Clarita. David won a Bronze Medal in the 400 meter final and a Gold Medal in the men’s 4 x 400 meter final. Allyson Felix is a Track and Field sprinter and Santa Clarita resident, who took home two medals at the Bejing Olympics. Allyson received a gold medal as a member of the Women’s 4 X 400 meter team and also won a silver medal in the Women’s 200-meter race.
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