It gives the Fillmore Chamber of Commerce a great deal of pleasure to announce the recipients of the community awards for 2009. The Chamber feels it is an honor to recognize these hard working individuals for their time and efforts, which help to make Fillmore “The last best Small Town in Southern California.”

For her dedication, volunteerism, contribution to our city, the community has selected Sarah Hansen Citizens of the Year.

Due to his their hard work, dedication, and all the contributions to the City of Fillmore, Otto and Sons Nursery has been selected as Business of the Year.

The Fillmore Unified School District has selected Amanda Hernandez, as Student of the Year, due to her high level of personal motivation.

As a result of their outstanding service to the community of Fillmore, Brian Hackworth has been chosen, by the Sheriff’s Department for Officer of the year.

Billy Gabriel has been selected by the Fire Department for Firefighter of the Year.

The Chamber of Commerce, wishes to invite the community to attend the Annual Awards Banquet to be held at the El Pescador Restaurant 1305 Ventura St ( Hwy 126) Thursday April 29, 2010 starting at 6:00 PM. Tickets are available at Chamber office 557 Ventura St. at $ 20.00 each. Evelyn can be reached at 524-0351.