ANAHEIM, CA - (January 21, 2009) - WHAT:
Anaheim Mayor Curt Pringle will hold his annual State of the City Address on Tuesday, Jan. 27, highlighting the City of Anaheim’s progress and growth over the past year and introducing key initiatives for the year ahead.  This sold-out event will be attended by approximately 800 of Anaheim’s community and business leaders.

Since taking office in 2002, the Mayor has redefined what a State of the City means to Anaheim by focusing on the City’s accomplishments in the past year, the initiatives for the upcoming year, and their impact on the City’s economy and culture.

The Mayor’s State of the City Address is a signature event for the Anaheim Chamber of Commerce.  KABC-TV News Anchor Philip Palmer will serve as the event’s master of ceremonies.

WHEN:
Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2009
11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

WHERE:
The Grove of Anaheim
2200 East Katella Avenue
Anaheim, CA 92806

INTERVIEWS:
Mayor Curt Pringle will be available for interviews after his State of the City Address.

CONTACT:
Ruth Ruiz, 714-420-7797 (cell)

Media Contact: Ruth Ruiz 714.765.5060more city news

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