On Monday, May 29, at 11:14pm, a Ventura County Sheriff’s Deputy from the Fillmore Patrol Services made a traffic stop on westbound Highway 126 at the 10th Street overpass, Santa Paula. Within minutes the deputy advised the driver fled the scene and was last seen running northbound on the 10th Street. Additional Fillmore units, along with Santa Paula Police Department, searched nearby neighborhoods. An on-scene deputy located a 9mm round in the vehicle and it was towed away. The subject was not located at the time of the search. Photo credit Angel Esquivel-AE News.
On Monday, May 29, at 11:14pm, a Ventura County Sheriff’s Deputy from the Fillmore Patrol Services made a traffic stop on westbound Highway 126 at the 10th Street overpass, Santa Paula. Within minutes the deputy advised the driver fled the scene and was last seen running northbound on the 10th Street. Additional Fillmore units, along with Santa Paula Police Department, searched nearby neighborhoods. An on-scene deputy located a 9mm round in the vehicle and it was towed away. The subject was not located at the time of the search. Photo credit Angel Esquivel-AE News.
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On Monday, May 29th at 11am, Bardsdale Cemetery held a Memorial Day Ceremony featured speaker this year was Marc Allen.
Reverend Bob Hammond, of St. Stephens Anglican Church, gave the Inspirational Message. Assisting the ceremony was VFW Post 9637, Boy Scout Troop 406, Cub Scout Troop 3400 and Bill Morris. The Boy Scouts and Bardsdale 4H put out the American flags as well as picked them up.
On Monday, May 29th at 11am, Bardsdale Cemetery held a Memorial Day Ceremony featured speaker this year was Marc Allen. Reverend Bob Hammond, of St. Stephens Anglican Church, gave the Inspirational Message. Assisting the ceremony was VFW Post 9637, Boy Scout Troop 406, Cub Scout Troop 3400 and Bill Morris. The Boy Scouts and Bardsdale 4H put out the American flags as well as picked them up.
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Courtesy Tim Holmgren

The City of Fillmore passes proclamations for a variety of good and worthy reasons. A proclamation is passed recognizing Constitution Month/Week & Day, outstanding service to the City by a group or an individual and even when a FUSD sports team wins a championship. This time of the year, we hear a lot about pride. There’s a pride proclamation the mayor should sign in June to emphasize and recognize our Traditional American Families and take pride in them. Let’s declare June, “Traditional American Family Pride Month.” Here’s an example of what that proclamation might look like:
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                        Traditional American Family Pride

WHEREAS, a traditional American family typically provides a strong emotional support system, where family members can rely on one another during challenging times, fostering a sense of belonging and security.
WHEREAS, traditional American families often uphold shared values and beliefs, promoting a sense of identity and unity within the family unit.
WHEREAS, traditional families often provide a stable and structured environment, which can be beneficial for children's development and overall well-being.
WHEREAS, in a traditional family, parents often serve as role models, guiding their children through life's challenges and teaching important life skills, values, and traditions.
WHEREAS, a traditional family structure can offer economic stability, with multiple family members contributing to the household income and pooling resources to support each other's needs.
WHEREAS, growing up in a traditional family can provide ample opportunities for socialization, allowing children to develop essential interpersonal skills and build relationships with extended family members.
WHEREAS, traditional families often place importance on preserving cultural heritage, customs, and traditions, passing them down through generations and fostering a sense of cultural identity.
WHEREAS, traditional family structures often involve the division of labor, where various family members assume different roles and responsibilities, creating a balanced and efficient household dynamic.
WHEREAS, being part of a traditional family can foster strong emotional bonds among family members, creating lifelong connections and a support network that extends beyond childhood.
WHEREAS, traditional American families tend to pass down their values and principles from one generation to the next, preserving family traditions and ensuring the continuation of important cultural and familial legacies.
NOW THEREFORE I, Mark Austin, Mayor of the City of Fillmore, California, hereby proclaim June as TRADITIONAL AMERICAN FAMILY PRIDE Month in the City of Fillmore.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the City of Fillmore, California to be affixed this XXth day of June, 2023.

 

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On Saturday, May 27, at 8:13pm, Fillmore Police Department, Fillmore City Fire, and AMR Paramedics were dispatched to a two-vehicle accident on Santa Clara Street at Clay Street, Fillmore. Arriving deputies found two vehicles with moderate damage. Paramedics examined the occupants; one had minor injuries. No transports were made. Cause of the crash is under investigation by the Fillmore Police Department. Photo credit Angel Esquivel-AE News.
On Saturday, May 27, at 8:13pm, Fillmore Police Department, Fillmore City Fire, and AMR Paramedics were dispatched to a two-vehicle accident on Santa Clara Street at Clay Street, Fillmore. Arriving deputies found two vehicles with moderate damage. Paramedics examined the occupants; one had minor injuries. No transports were made. Cause of the crash is under investigation by the Fillmore Police Department. Photo credit Angel Esquivel-AE News.
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On Tuesday, May 30, at 12:05am Ventura County Fire Department was dispatched to a reported brush fire in the area of Heritage Valley Parkway at Trestle Way, Fillmore. Arriving firefighters reported a one-acre fire near the Santa Clara Riverbed, with a slow spread. Firefighters were able to knock down the fire before 12:30am. No homes were in danger. Cause of the fire was arson. Photo credit Angel Esquivel-AE News.
On Tuesday, May 30, at 12:05am Ventura County Fire Department was dispatched to a reported brush fire in the area of Heritage Valley Parkway at Trestle Way, Fillmore. Arriving firefighters reported a one-acre fire near the Santa Clara Riverbed, with a slow spread. Firefighters were able to knock down the fire before 12:30am. No homes were in danger. Cause of the fire was arson. Photo credit Angel Esquivel-AE News.
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On Saturday, May 27, at 11:18am, Fillmore Police Department, Fillmore City Fire, and AMR Paramedics were dispatched to a reported traffic collision at the Super A Foods parking lot. Arriving firefighters found two vehicles with moderate damage, and no ambulance transports were made. Cause is under investigation by the Fillmore Police Department. Photo credit Angel Esquivel-AE News.
On Saturday, May 27, at 11:18am, Fillmore Police Department, Fillmore City Fire, and AMR Paramedics were dispatched to a reported traffic collision at the Super A Foods parking lot. Arriving firefighters found two vehicles with moderate damage, and no ambulance transports were made. Cause is under investigation by the Fillmore Police Department. Photo credit Angel Esquivel-AE News.
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On Sunday, May 28, at 12:43am, Fillmore Police were dispatched to a two-vehicle accident on Santa Clara Street at Central Avenue, Fillmore. Involving vehicles was a white Toyota Tacoma and a black Nissan Corolla. No injuries were reported. Photo credit Angel Esquivel-AE News.
On Sunday, May 28, at 12:43am, Fillmore Police were dispatched to a two-vehicle accident on Santa Clara Street at Central Avenue, Fillmore. Involving vehicles was a white Toyota Tacoma and a black Nissan Corolla. No injuries were reported. Photo credit Angel Esquivel-AE News.
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On Sunday, May 21, 2023, at 11:03pm, Ventura County Sheriff’s Office Communication Center received multiple 911 calls stating numerous subjects could be heard fighting in the 800 block of Sespe Avenue, Fillmore. Per an additional caller, the fight was taking place in the 400 block of Hume Drive, with one subject down on the roadway, unconscious. Arriving deputies requested additional units to respond to the incident with lights and sirens. Fillmore Fire Department was also on-scene for a reported subject hit by a vehicle. One patient was treated by paramedics and transported to a local hospital; condition unknown. It was known a party was taking place near the fight location, with several calls for party/music disturbance. Photo credit Angel Esquivel-AE News.
On Sunday, May 21, 2023, at 11:03pm, Ventura County Sheriff’s Office Communication Center received multiple 911 calls stating numerous subjects could be heard fighting in the 800 block of Sespe Avenue, Fillmore. Per an additional caller, the fight was taking place in the 400 block of Hume Drive, with one subject down on the roadway, unconscious. Arriving deputies requested additional units to respond to the incident with lights and sirens. Fillmore Fire Department was also on-scene for a reported subject hit by a vehicle. One patient was treated by paramedics and transported to a local hospital; condition unknown. It was known a party was taking place near the fight location, with several calls for party/music disturbance. Photo credit Angel Esquivel-AE News.
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Congratulations to Classified, Certificated, Administrator, Fillmore High Student, and the Sierra High Student of the Year who were recognized at last week’s Fillmore School Board meeting. Pictured (l-r) are Vicki Murphy (Certificated Staff of the Year), Sofia Santa Rosa (Student of the Year, Sierra High School), Alanna Garcia (Student of the Year, Fillmore High School), Eli Hernandez (Classified Staff of the Year), and Carlos Valdovinos (Administrator of the Year). Photo courtesy  https://www.blog.fillmoreusd.org/fillmore-unified-school-district-blog/2023/5/22/staff-and-students-of-the-year-recognized-at-school-board-meeting. See Student of the Year bios on page 10, Classified, Certificated, Administrator bios in next week’s Gazette.
Congratulations to Classified, Certificated, Administrator, Fillmore High Student, and the Sierra High Student of the Year who were recognized at last week’s Fillmore School Board meeting. Pictured (l-r) are Vicki Murphy (Certificated Staff of the Year), Sofia Santa Rosa (Student of the Year, Sierra High School), Alanna Garcia (Student of the Year, Fillmore High School), Eli Hernandez (Classified Staff of the Year), and Carlos Valdovinos (Administrator of the Year). Photo courtesy https://www.blog.fillmoreusd.org/fillmore-unified-school-district-blog/2023/5/22/staff-and-students-of-the-year-recognized-at-school-board-meeting. See Student of the Year bios on page 10, Classified, Certificated, Administrator bios in next week’s Gazette.
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