On Monday, Assemblyman Luis Alejo (D-Salinas), in partnership with California Water Service (Cal Water), distributed to local charities and organizations more than 100 turkey vouchers good for the purchase of a Thanksgiving turkey. This event is part of an annual statewide effort by Cal Water called Operation Gobble.
The San Benito County League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) was among the organizations chosen to receive the vouchers. The others were the California Rural Legal Assistance, Inc., the Salinas American Association of Retired Persons (AARP), Gilroy Compassion Center, Los Padres Elementary School, the Day Workers Center of Santa Cruz County and Dorothy’s Place.
“Operation Gobble is a reminder of the importance to give back to the community and to help ensure the less fortunate, still has the celebratory experience that brings us all together,” Alejo said in a press release. “It is my hope that each one of the vouchers given out today will help unite families, granting them the ability to enjoy a delicious meal together.”
Mike Jones, the district manager of California Water Service, said, “We believe it is important to support all of the charities involved. It’s the right thing to do at this time of year. The California Water Service is happy to give back to the community we serve and we are proud to help.”
Alejo represents the 30th District in the California State Assembly, which consists of the Salinas Valley, Monterey County, San Benito County, South Santa Clara County and the city of Watsonville in Santa Cruz County.