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At TPA, we are always working to champion the communities we serve. From community partnerships to drafting legislation and securing funding, chances are we have something exciting to share. Keep up with all our latest initiatives here.

Client Showcase: City of Lafayette

Jan 06, 2021

TPA is honored to announce that the City of Lafayette has asked us to continue to provide support services to the Lafayette Business Assistance Program in response to the COVID-19 crisis.

We look forward to our ongoing collaboration with the City to support their vision to protect and promote the quality of life of its residents and the prosperity of its businesses.

Thank you, Lafayette!


Click here to learn more about how our partnership with the City has affected Lafayette small business owners.

Melissa Sfakianakis Joins Firm as Administrative Associate

Dec 29, 2020

Townsend Public Affairs is excited to announce that Melissa Sfakianakis has joined our firm as an Administrative Associate in the TPA Southern California Office.

Melissa provides assistance with the day to day operations of the firm including business management, business development, office administration, and financial operations. Melissa’s array of responsibilities also include providing service and assistance to TPA’s team of state and federal advocates.

Welcome aboard Melissa!

City of Tracy Awarded $375,000 Grant for Community Oriented Policing

Dec 21, 2020

TPA congratulates the City of Tracy for being awarded a grant in the amount of $375,000 from the Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) Hiring Program administered by the U.S. Department of Justice.

This grant will enable the City to hire three new officers, who will contribute to the City’s successful community engagement efforts, such as Chatting with the Chief, Coffee with a Cop, and National Night Out. These new officers will be closely involved in Community Services Division of the police department.

This latest achievement is another example of the commitment of the City to pursue its mission to protect and promote the quality of life of its residents and the prosperity of its businesses.

Congratulations Tracy!

City of Murrieta Awarded $2,012,193 Grant for Medic Patrol Program

Dec 17, 2020

TPA congratulates the City of Murrieta for being awarded a grant in the amount of $2,012,193 from the Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Program administered by the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

This grant will enable the City to hire six new employees for Murrieta Fire and Rescue’s new medic patrol program and ensure adequate fire department staffing levels.

This latest achievement is another example of the commitment of the City to pursue its mission to protect and promote the quality of life of its residents and the prosperity of its businesses.

Congratulations Murrieta!

Client Showcase: City of Pismo Beach

Dec 14, 2020

TPA is honored to announce that the City of Pismo Beach has asked us to continue to provide state legislative advocacy and grant funding services to protect and promote their agenda in Sacramento.

We look forward to our ongoing collaboration with the City to help transform their vision into legacy.

Thank you, Pismo Beach!

City of Parlier Awarded $254,247 for Community Oriented Policing

Dec 10, 2020

TPA congratulates the City of Parlier for being awarded a grant in the amount of $254,247 from the Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) Hiring Program administered by the U.S. Department of Justice.

This grant will enable the City to hire one new officer to focus on school-based policing in Parlier Unified School District to address the high volume of calls from local schools requesting assistance. This position will strengthen the community and strengthen positive outcomes for Parlier youth, while also improving school safety.

This latest achievement is another examples of the commitment of the City to pursue its mission to protect and promote the quality of life of its residents and the prosperity of its businesses.

Congratulations Parlier!

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