Annual disaster simulation training ensures community safety
While Ventura County’s weather patterns can be unpredictable, it is key to always be prepared when a natural disaster hits, such as a fire or a flood, especially when it comes to the survival of life and property. As a part of that preparation, the Ventura County Public Works Agency (VCPWA) conducted Storm Day, an […]
Simi Valley | It’s Time to Register for High School Classes in Public Safety
The Public Safety Pathways is a career education program that prepares students for college and careers with broad-based foundational knowledge in forensics, the legal process, public safety, law enforcement, and homeland security. Careers in this sector attract students who want to help fellow citizens and make improvements to the communities they serve. In partnership with […]
A Common Sense Public Safety Blueprint for Gov. Gavin Newsom
. . .. By Michele Hanisee . Governor Gavin Newsom enters office with a liberal resume and promises to fulfill a progressive agenda. But this doesn’t condemn the Governor to stumbling down the dangerous path that his predecessor carved out. This path is littered with a series of public safety experiments that former Gov. Jerry […]
Commentary | Bo Dietl: After Thousand Oaks Tragedy, It’s to Reassess Public Security Measures
Bo Dietl | Contributor Once again, our nation is shocked and saddened with news of the mass shooting that occurred at a bar in Thousand Oaks, California. Every time that I hear news like this, it feels like a punch in the gut. I salute the brave officer who lost his life trying to […]
CA Bail Elimination Experiment to Begin- Local Officials Comment
By George Miller Hundreds of years of use of the cash bail system for defendants is about to be ended in California by legislative action. The system of posting bail for release for criminal charges pending trial dates back to at least 1677, with the English Habeas Corpus Act. The English Bill of Rights […]
First Annual Heroes Among Us Gala! | Ventura Police Community Foundation
The Board of Directors of the Ventura Police Community Foundation announces the first annual Heroes Among Us Gala presented by the Players Casino. The event will take place on November 3, 2018 from 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. at the San Buenaventura Mission. The Foundation will recognize community members or groups, who through their personal […]
Be a Good Neighbor- Don’t Use Illegal Fireworks in Oxnard
With the Independence Day Holiday approaching next month, the Oxnard Police & Fire Departments would like to remind the public that ALL FIREWORKS ARE ILLEGAL in the City of Oxnard. This includes those that are marked “Safe & Sane” and are legally purchased in other cities. Anyone possessing, storing, selling, using, transporting, or handling fireworks […]
The California Contradiction – Protect Us From that Straw
By Mel Mann Imagine a state that passes a law welcoming, coddling and protecting criminals who already have a history of endangering citizens. Next, imagine a state where the State’s Attorney General warns business leaders they will be prosecuted if they work with or provide information to federal authorities. Lastly, imagine […]
Oxnard Police Chief advances public safety initiative; public comments on recall; Earth Day this Saturday
By George Miller On 4-10-18, the Oxnard City Council heard and approved a resolution supporting Reducing Crime and Keeping California Safe Act of 2018 to reverse past loosening of crime classification and penalties; adopted a resolution supporting State Propositions 68 (drought water, park, drought funding. Includes acquiring coastal power plants) and 69 (public transit) in the […]
National Public Safety Telecommunications Week April 8 – 14, 2018 | Honoring Public Safety Dispatchers
National Public Safety Telecommunications Week is April 8 – 14, 2018, and the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office is honoring the public safety dispatchers who serve as the lifeline between people in need and vital law enforcement services. These public safety dispatchers have dedicated their careers to providing superior service to people who have a need […]
