September 11th Remembrance: 21st Anniversary of the Attack on the United States.

The Firefighters of your Fillmore City Fire Department would like to invite you to attend a memorial ceremony marking the anniversary of the terrorist attacks on September 11th, 2001. As a nation, we were brought together in tragedy, captivated by the images of destruction, despair, fear, and raw emotion. The only images strong enough to help us cope with such devastation were the amazing images of Fillmore Firefighters to Remember 9/11 at Ceremony unity, strangers helping strangers, heroism, and watching America’s front line of public servants run toward the face of danger. We invite you to join us this Sunday morning to
remember the civilians, Firefighters, Police Officers, and Military Personnel who perished on that fateful day.

Let us remember the sacrifices made by so many that morning. From the everyday heroes who helped save perfect strangers, to the first responders who walked toward danger in hopes of helping anyone they could, they were all a shining example of how we can easily come together in times of national crisis. We will never forget those brave individuals, and we will never forget September 11th, 2001.

Gathering at the Fillmore Fire Station will start at 6:30 AM in the front. The American flag will be raised promptly at 6:55 followed by a Countywide radio broadcast of a remembrance.

Fillmore Fire Station 91 is located at 711 Landeros Lane. Refreshments will be served afterwards.

What will $200,000 get you? If you’re Fillmore, it’s an updated dog park and additional renovations to Two Rivers Park.

The dog park (at Two Rivers Park) closed over two years ago after violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a fact pointed out to the city by a Fillmore resident who uses a wheelchair.

At that time the cost to make the necessary corrections (dog park) would have been $52,000, which the City of Fillmore decided not to do. The corrections called for the city to redesign, relocate and enlarge the gates and provide an accessible route to the benches. ADA corrections were also needed regarding the parking lot, play spaces, skate park, and athletic field seating.

The City Council voted in 2020 to pay approximately $200,000 for the violations in the other areas, along with the dog park. In February the Parks and Rec Commission reached out to the public with a survey, and for input. By summer, the city allocated $200,000 for the dog park renovations.

Parks & Rec is looking at having everything in place by the end of the year and hoping to open the dog park by spring 2023.

High temperatures can be dangerous to your health and can strain our electric power grid. The good news is, California has avoided outages so far thanks to people like you and we need you to keep it up as temperatures reach triple digits through much of the state.

Pre-cool your home before 4 p.m. After 4 p.m., turn up your thermostats to 78 degrees or higher if health permits and avoid using big appliances like ovens and dishwashers.

Stay Cool, Stay Hydrated, and Stay Informed and Connected.

Call 2-1-1 to find a local cooling center, for non-emergency help and for questions. Or go online for a map of cooling centers near you.

Call 9-1-1 for heat-related illness.

Check on your neighbors.

Call, text or visit vulnerable people, and offer to pick up groceries, medication, and other necessities. Older adults, young children and babies, people with chronic medical conditions and those who are pregnant are most vulnerable.

Power officials are urging people not to charge their electric vehicles during peak hours during this heat wave during the flex alert.

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE from National Weather Service.

Ventura County Mountains-Los Angeles County Mountains- Castaic Lake, Newhall,
Santa Clarita, Valencia, Oak View, Ojai, Fillmore, Piru, Santa Paula, Moorpark, Newbury Park, Simi Valley and Thousand Oaks.

...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM WEDNESDAY MORNING TO 8 PM PDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions, with high temperatures of
95 to 112 through Saturday, and 100 to 115 Sunday and Monday.
Abnormally warm overnight temperatures.

* WHERE...Portions of southwest California.

* WHEN...From 11 AM this Wednesday, August, 31st to 8 PM PDT Monday, September 5th.

* IMPACTS...Extreme heat will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Moderate confidence that a cooling trend will start by Tuesday after Labor Day.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

Many Mansions Branch Director Cynthia Hernandez.

The Boys & Girls Club of Santa Clara Valley has a new clubhouse. Many Mansions Fillmore is officially opened, and they are welcoming new members! Many Mansions Branch Director Cynthia Hernandez is representing the BGCSCV team in the best possible way and they are excited to see the awesome things to come! They are growing and serving more children than ever, and are proud to be
the safe and positive place to be in the Santa Clara Valley!