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Fillmore Police & Fire Departments Host Coffee with a Badge Event
 On Tuesday, May 16, the Fillmore Police and Fire Departments held “Coffee with the Badges” in support of the First Responders for Mental Health Awareness Initiative. From 8am to 10am at Starbucks in Fillmore they enjoyed their coffee while they mingled with the residents in an effort to build better relationships with the Fillmore community. Photo credit Angel Esquivel-AE News. By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, May 18th, 2023
 On Tuesday, May 16, the Fillmore Police and Fire Departments held “Coffee with the Badges” in support of the First Responders for Mental Health Awareness Initiative. Pictured (l-r) are Fillmore Council Member Christina Villasenor, Sergeant Will Hollowell, Assistant Sheriff Jose Rivera, Captain Eduardo Malagon, Sergeant Meixner, and Maya Zumaya. Photo credit Angel Esquivel-AE News The Fillmore Police and Fire Departments proudly announce “Coffee with the Badges” event in support of the First Responders for Mental Health Awareness Initiative. May is Mental Health Awareness Month. As First Responders, we will come together to promote awareness about the mental health issues affecting millions of people in the United States. On Tuesday, May 16th, from 8:00 am to 10:00 am, Fillmore deputies and firefighters will be at Starbucks Coffee, located at 650 Ventura Street in the city of Fillmore, sharing a cup of coffee with our neighbors. Communication and community trust are key elements to the success of the Fillmore Police and Fire Departments. By sitting down and having a simple conversation with members of the community we serve, we can develop and build meaningful relationships. The “Badges” invite the community to come out and ask questions, voice concerns, obtain crime and fire prevention advice, and get to know the “Badges” in your neighborhood. This is a relaxed, informal event and is not about speeches or agendas but simply about casual conversations. The goal of “Coffee with the Badges” is to engage our community, discuss concerns, and raise awareness for mental health." Nature of Incident: Nature of Incident: Fillmore Police and Fillmore Fire Department Host ~ “Coffee with the Badges” in support of the First Responders for Mental Health Awareness Initiative Location: Starbucks Coffee Balden Towne Plaza 650 Ventura Street, Fillmore,. CA 93015 Prepared by: Sergeant Will Hollowell |
