Adopt Commendation for Kathy Torgersen for nurturing the community in the service of causes that improve lives both locally and around the world. (Abe-Koga)
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This document is a commendation for Kathy Torgersen, recognizing her contributions to the community and her efforts to improve lives locally and globally. It is addressed to the Board of Supervisors and is recommended for adoption by Supervisor Margaret Abe-Koga.
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Commendation for Kathy Torgersen
Recognizes her service to the community
Aims to improve lives both locally and globally
Recommended by Supervisor Margaret Abe-Koga
Addressed to the Board of Supervisors
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County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors Supervisorial District Five Supervisor Margaret Abe-Koga 128540 DATE: April 28, 2026 TO: Board of Supervisors FROM: Margaret Abe-Koga, Supervisor SUBJECT: Commendation for Kathy Torgersen RECOMMENDED ACTION Adopt Commendation for Kathy Torgersen for nurturing the community in the service of causes that improve lives both locally and around the world. (Abe-Koga) ATTACHMENTS: • Kathy Torgersen Commendation (PDF) Board of Supervisors: Sylvia Arenas, Betty Duong, Otto Lee, Susan Ellenberg, Margaret Abe-Koga County Executive: James R. Williams Page 1 of 1
The Board of Supervisors of the County of Santa Clara recognizes and commends Kathy Torgersen for her vision, leadership, and extraordinary fundraising talents that have benefited various organizations. Her efforts include significant contributions to humanitarian relief for Ukraine and her achievements as a world-class athlete. She is set to receive the 2026 Avenidas Lifetimes of Achievement Award for her dedication to community well-being.
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Kathy Torgersen is recognized for her leadership and fundraising talents.
She has contributed to organizations like the Palo Alto Community Fund and Foothill-De Anza Foundation.
Kathy has supported Ukraine through fundraising events and delivering supplies.
She is a world-class athlete, having completed the Hawaii Ironman Triathlon and competed in World Championships.
Kathy will receive the 2026 Avenidas Lifetimes of Achievement Award.
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Docusign Envelope ID: 3D6AC004-ED28-4146-9416-DAA34E373F8A WHEREAS, Kathy Torgersen has brought her vision, leadership, and extraordinary fundraising talents to a wide range of organizations; WHEREAS, her strategic fundraising and event-planning expertise have played a key role in growing organizations such as the Palo Alto Community Fund, Foothill-De Anza Foundation, and Foundation for a College Education; WHEREAS, Kathy has devoted countless hours and energy supporting Ukraine, from producing fundraising events that raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for humanitarian relief, to personally driving urgently needed vehicles and medical supplies into Ukraine; WHEREAS, in addition to her inspiring volunteer service, Kathy is also a world class athlete, having completed the Hawaii Ironman Triathlon and competed as a member of the USA Triathlon Team at five World Championships; and WHEREAS, in recognition of her exceptional service and dedication to community well-being, she is receiving the 2026 Avenidas Lifetimes of Achievement Award, honoring her lifetime of contributions. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors of the County of Santa Clara does hereby...