Come enjoy the 2014 Fillmore Chamber of Commerce July 4th Sespe Creek Car and Cycle Show, 9am-3pm at Fillmore City Hall Park.

Car and Cycle Registration: Entry fee for 1ST CLASS – $35.00 per vehicle. Goody bag and raffle ticket with every registration. First 100 registrations will receive an event t-shirt. **Limited to 350 vehicles, parking spaces are assigned in the order received.**

Horseshoe Tournament: Cash prizes 1st through 4th place. Sign-ups (on-site ONLY) start at 7am and will cut off at 64 teams. Entry fee is $20 per team and $10 per individual.

Beer Garden: Open 9am-2pm, no outside beverages will be permitted. **MUST PROVIDE PROPER ID TO DRINK**

Band Information: One of our great local bands, House Arrest, will be performing 11am-2pm.

Visit www.fillmorechamber.com for more information and event applications.

Fillmore Fire Department

FILLMORE, California – The City of Fillmore Fire Department wants to ensure that Fillmore citizens enjoy a safe Fourth of July week. Citizens are reminded that “safe & sane” fireworks sold in Fillmore are legal between June 28 12:00pm – July 5 12:00pm. The use of any type of non-approved fireworks is never legal and will result in criminal charges and the potential for a $1,100 fine. If you witness any illegal activity please report it! An anonymous tip line has been setup to report violators. Please call 805-524-1500 ext. 350 to report illegal activity.

Below are several safety tips to insure you and your family enjoy a safe Independence Day Celebration.

Fire Safety
• If you witness a crime or fire in progress involving illegal fireworks, call your local authorities by dialing 9-1-1.

• Only Safe and Sane fireworks bearing the seal of the State Fire Marshal are legal in California. All other fireworks, including altered Safe and Sane fireworks and those that explode or leave the ground are illegal.

• Kids should not play with fireworks. Fireworks are intended for use by adults in open spaces with plenty of active supervision for every child present.

• Always have a bucket of water on hand to dispose of fireworks and a hose connected to water ready in case of fire.

• Fireworks, including sparklers and flares, can cause serious burns as well as blast injuries that can permanently impair vision and hearing. Teach your children what to do if their clothing catches on fire — “stop, drop and roll” — and how to call 9-1-1 in an emergency.

Pet Safety
• Get your pet micro-chipped, and make sure they’re wearing identification tags so if they do become lost, they can be easily returned.

• Do not take your pet to fireworks displays – if you think fireworks are loud to you, it’s three times as loud for your pet.

• Do not leave your pet in the car. It only takes a few minutes for a pet to suffer serious injury or even death due to high temperatures.

• Keep your pets inside, in a sheltered, quiet area. If you leave them at home, keep a radio or television at normal volume to keep them company.

• If you know your pet is seriously distressed by loud noises like thunder, consult a veterinarian for ways to alleviate the fear and anxiety.

• Do not leave your pet outside unattended while you’re enjoying the fireworks. In their fear, they could escape or get tangled in a chain.

Traffic Safety
• When attending firework displays and special events, remember to obey all traffic lanes and signals, and avoid cutting directly across parking lots. When leaving, pay attention while backing out of your parking space to avoid hitting other vehicles or pedestrians.

• While driving through residential neighborhoods, be mindful of children who may have stepped out into the roadway to watch or engage in the lighting of fireworks.

• Be patient when traveling in and out of the City of Fillmore. The population of Fillmore nearly triples Fourth of July Weekend resulting in the overcrowding.

Ventura County Sheriff's Department

The Fillmore Police Department was dispatched to a party disturbance on the 800 Block of Woodgrove Road in the city of Fillmore. Numerous callers stated subjects were fighting in the street. When deputies arrived they found a male and female adult victim who had been stabbed at the location. Both victims were transported by ambulance to the hospital. Investigators from the Ventura County Sheriff’s Major Crimes Bureau and the Sheriff’s Gang Unit arrived to assist in the investigation. Two additional victims arrived at area hospitals with injuries associated with the disturbance. All four victims involved admitted to being at the party but refused to cooperate with investigators. The incident is still under investigation and appears to be gang related. Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Jenkins at 805-385-4745

Nature of Incident: Assault with a Deadly Weapon
Report Number: 14-14188
Location: 800 Block of Woodgrove, Fillmore
Date & Time: June 21, 2014 / 11:57 pm
Unit(s) Responsible: Fillmore Police Department Sheriff’s Major Crimes Bureau, Sheriff’s Gang Unit
(S)uspects, (V)ictims, (P)arty, (D)ecedent City of Residence Age
Female Fillmore 21
Male Fillmore 21
Male Fillmore 20
Male Santa Paula 19
Prepared by: Sgt. Anthony Aguirre
Media Release Date: June 22, 2014
Follow-Up Contact: Detective Steve Jenkins 805-384-4745
steve.jenkins@ventura.org
Approved by: Captain Mark Franke

Ventura County Crime Stoppers will pay up to $1,000 reward for information, which leads to the arrest and criminal complaint against the person(s) responsible for this crime. The caller may remain anonymous. The call is not recorded. Call Crime Stoppers at 800-222-TIPS (8477).

Assistant Fillmore Fire Chief Bill Herrera was bit by a rattlesnake while involved in Search & Rescue

Fillmore Assistant Fire Chief Bill Herrera, a 15-year volunteer of the Search & Rescue Team, is recovering at Los Robles Medical Center after being bitten by a large rattlesnake. A record 52 vials of antivenin were used to treat Herrera, who was in ICU. He suffered the bite on his hand last Thursday while involved in the search for missing Arcadia Firefighter Mike Herdman, 36, in the wild Sespe reserve. Herdman has been missing for nearly two weeks while camping in the rugged terrain. Herrera is doing well according to reports.

The search continues for a missing off-duty City of Arcadia firefighter in the back country north of Fillmore. Michael Herdman, age 36, was reported missing on the evening of June 15th. Numerous search & rescue resources have searched the rough terrain day and night during the past week.

Herdman was last seen by a hiking partner June 13th. Herdman's friend eventually returned to the starting point of the four-day backpacking loop. Many search & rescue resources have joined in the search, including teams from Ventura County Sheriff's Office, Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, Fresno County Sheriff's Department, Kern County Sheriff's Department, Orange County Sheriff's Department, San Luis Obispo County Sheriff's Department, Civil Air Patrol, Department of Homeland Security Rapid Response Team, and Ventura County Sheriff's Aviation Unit and Search & Rescue K-9's. Search & Rescue teams are specially trained personnel that volunteer their time away from work and their families to train and participate in rescue operations. Up to 75 personnel are attached to this incident each day.

Air Search & Rescue operations also include the use of the Qube Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS). The Ventura County Sheriff's Office received a temporary emergency certificate of authorization to deploy the UAS in the search area. Simi Valley based Aeronvironment contributed a Puma UAS in the search. Aeronvironment is operating the Puma with a certificate of authorization under direction from the University of Alaska.

Search & Rescue teams have been working in rugged terrain during warm daytime temperatures. Thus far, there have been four search team members injured during the incident, ranging from a rattlesnake bite to heat exhaustion.
Hikers are discouraged from entering the search area as this operation continues.

Prepared by: Captain Don Aguilar

Update: Herdman’s dog Duke was found on Sunday at the trailhead, where Herdman and fellow hiker Tyler Byars began their hike.

City of Fillmore

06/03/14
Theft Identity
100 Blk. B St.
Keep the Peace
800 Blk. Oliver St.
200 Blk. B St.
Theft
1100 Blk. Oriole Cir.
Search Warrant
400 Blk. Main St.
Disturbance Fireworks
Blaine Ave./Central Ave.
Shots Fired
30 Blk. 4th St.
06/04/14
Surveillance
B St./Blaine Ave.
Vandalism
700 Blk. Walker Ln.
Keep the Peace
700 Blk. 5th St. CONTINUED »

SACRAMENTO – The first two human infections with West Nile virus this season have been reported by Contra Costa and San Joaquin Counties, announced Dr. Ron Chapman, director of the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and state health officer. The patient from Contra Costa County has since recovered and been released from the hospital, and the patient from San Joaquin County has tested positive for the virus but is not showing symptoms at this time.

“These reported West Nile virus cases remind us that taking a few minutes to protect ourselves and our families from mosquito bites can make a big difference,” said Chapman. “West Nile virus activity is greatest during the summer.”

West Nile virus is transmitted to humans and animals by the bite of an infected mosquito. The risk of serious illness to most people is low. However, some individuals – less than 1 percent – can develop a serious neurologic illness such as encephalitis or meningitis. People 50 years of age and older have a higher chance of getting sick and are more likely to develop complications. Recent data also indicate that those with diabetes and/or hypertension are at greatest risk for serious illness.

To date in 2014, West Nile virus has been detected in mosquitoes and birds in 19 California counties.

CDPH recommends that individuals prevent exposure to mosquito bites and West Nile virus by practicing the “Three Ds”:

1. DEET – Apply insect repellent containing DEET, picaradin, oil of lemon eucalyptus or IR3535 according to label instructions. Repellents keep the mosquitoes from biting you. DEET can be used safely on infants and children 2 months of age and older.

2. DAWN AND DUSK – Mosquitoes bite in the early morning and evening so it is important to wear proper clothing and repellent if outside during these times. Make sure that your doors and windows have tight-fitting screens to keep out mosquitoes. Repair or replace screens with tears or holes.

3. DRAIN – Mosquitoes lay their eggs on standing water. Eliminate or drain all sources of standing water on your property, including buckets, old car tires, rain gutters, birdbaths, and pet bowls. If you know of a swimming pool that is not being properly maintained, please contact your local mosquito and vector control agency.

California’s West Nile virus website includes the latest information on West Nile virus activity in the state. Californians are encouraged to report all dead birds on the website or by calling toll-free 1-877-WNV-BIRD (968-2473).

www.cdph.ca.gov

Fillmore Unified School District

The June 17, 2014 Fillmore Unified School District (FUSD) Board Meeting was the final meeting for Interim Superintendent Dr. Alan Nishino and Assistant Superintendent Michael Johnson, and was standing room only. There were many heartfelt goodbyes by teachers and Board Members to both outgoing superintendents. Board Member Tony Prado expressed his gratitude to Nishino in holding those employees accountable that were not holding up their end and their accomplishments. He gave high marks in what both men had achieved during their three years with the District.

A public hearing item on the agenda, the use of Proposition 30 Education Protection Account, was discussed briefly with one person asking how much money the district received due to Prop. 30 and when it was received. Assistant Superintendent Business Services Deo Persaud responded, "Three and a half million this year...we receive one fourth of that amount every quarter. The law requires one hundred percent of the funds go to staff instruction (teachers)."

Nishino then commented CONTINUED »