Lighthouse September 5, 2013

Vol. 13, No. 18 | Thursday, September 5, 2013www.thelighthousenews.com

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A1C Scott Hitchner is up to hisneck at Family Beach Day, courtesyof fellow Air Force students at theNaval Construction Training Center,Naval Base Ventura County, PortHueneme.

The commanding officer of Naval BaseVentura County (NBVC), Capt. LarryVasquez, and the Retired Activities Office(RAO) are inviting all local military retir-ees to the first-ever NBVC Retiree TownHall meeting.The event will take place Tuesday, Sept.

10, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Duke’s Place,NBVC Port Hueneme.Local retirees will hear straight from the

commanding officer and other speakersabout a variety of issues, including healthcare policies, Veterans Affairs benefits andservices provided by the RAO, the com-missary, Morale, Welfare and Recreation(MWR) and other services that are avail-able on base.An estimated 4,600 retirees, plus an-

other 1,000 surviving spouses, live in theNBVC area.Light refreshments will be served. For

more information, call 982-1023.About the RAO, Page 20.

CO inviteslocal retireesto town hall

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More than 50 companies that have cur-rent job openings for service memberstransitioning out of the military will be atthe Wednesday, Sept. 18, career fair atNaval Base Ventura County, Port Huen-eme.Many of the companies also have open

Career fair set forSept. 18 at Duke’s


As the marine layer lifted and the sun took over, doz-ens of people flocked to the Naval Base Ventura Coun-ty (NBVC) PointMugu shoreline for Family Beach DaySaturday, Aug. 24— a free end-of-summer opportunityin a year that has seen the surf contest, the battle ofcommands and other beach events canceled due to lackof funding.Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) worked with

Surf and turfFamily Beach Day, surf clinictaught by pros wrap up summer

See JOBS, PAge 23See BeACH, PAge 16

Newly deployed Naval MobileConstruction Battalion 3 wasted notime getting involved in communityrelations project in Japan. Here, inthis photo by EAC Jeanna Carlock,EOC Select Chris Vicory and otherchief selectees help feed thehomeless in Okinawa Aug. 9. MoreNMCB 3 news, Pages 13-15.

The once-glamorous marquee of theMayfair Theater in downtown Venturais one step closer to becoming partof a World War II homefront exhibitat the Seabee Museum. 8.

Savannah McAnally, 10, daughterof Cassandra and ATCS PatrickMcAnally of VAW-112, gets her armpainted by clerk Gladys Rodriguezduring a Point Mugu NEX customerappreciation event. Page 11.

Photos by AndreA howry / Lighthouse

Ryan Maldonado, 10, takes part in a surf clinic Saturday, Aug. 24, part of Family Beach Day atNaval Base Ventura County, Point Mugu. Ryan, the son of Bridget and BUC Patrick Maldonado ofNaval Mobile Construction Battalion 4, was one of 12 youngsters to sign up for the clinic.

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Question: Last month, I noticed the flags fly-ing at half-staff. When I asked why, I was told itwas because a retired general had passed away.I thought we only lowered the flag to honor fallenheroes or mark tragedies? Why lower it at a Navybase for a retired non-Navy officer?

Answer: The U.S. flag is flown at half-staff (orin our case, half-mast) for several very specificreasons, all laid out in detail in the U.S. Flag Code(36 USC Chapter 10, Article 175, section m).At its core, the code grants the U.S. president

and state or territorial governors the authority toorder the flag to half-staff in their jurisdictionsto mark the death of principle figures within theirgovernment. Certain key figures, such as sitting orformer presidents, chiefs of staff, cabinet secretar-ies or Supreme Court justices have specific time-lines regarding when the flag is lowered and forhow long.

In the case you cited, retired Air Force Gen. Da-vid C. Jones was honored at his passing by flyingthe flag at half-staff, not because he was a general,but because Jones was the former Chairman of theJoint Chiefs, serving under President Jimmy Carterand President Ronald Reagan.The president can order the flag to half-staff to

mark tragedies or holidays as well. For example,the flag is always flown at half-staff the morningof Memorial Day and generally is ordered flownat half-staff for Police Officers Memorial Day inMay. Last April, it flew at half-staff in honor of thevictims of the attack during the Boston Marathon.Keep sending your questions and feedback via

this forum at [email protected], online usingthe CO’s Suggestion Box at http://cnic.navy.mil/ventura/index.htm or at www.Facebook.com/Na-valBaseVenturaCounty. You can also follow us onTwitter at www.twitter.com/NBVCCalifornia andkeep up on the latest news and events.

When are base flags flown at half-mast?

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TOWN HALL MEETINGFOR LOCAL RETIREES:6 p.m., Duke’s NBVCPort Hueneme. Meet

Capt. Larry Vasquez, commandingofficer of Naval Base VenturaCounty, and ask questions.Information: 982-1023. See story,Page 1.

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NAVY LEAGUE: 11:30a.m. social, noonlunch, Bard Mansion.Speaker is Capt. Burt

Espe, commander, NSWC PHD.Cost: $15. Reservations and baseaccess: Jim Cecil Jr., 805-482-8215, or Arlene Fraser, 805-377-0468.

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OMBUDSMANLUNCHEON: 11a.m. to 1 p.m., BardMansion. Annualevent for commands

to honor their ombudsmen.Information: Corey Kendrick, FFSC,989-1682. Story, Page 19.

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NEMESIS ALUMNIASSOCIATION: 11:30a.m. luncheon, BardMansion, followed

by tour of Self Defense Test Ship.Buffet lunch: $15. Reservations:Gerry Roberts, 642-6504, or TeriReid, 861-6972.

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CITIZENSHIP ANDIMMIGRATIONOUTREACH: 10 a.m.to 12:30 p.m., Bldg.

1180, Region Legal Service Office,NBVC Port Hueneme. Sign-uprequired. Information: 982-4548.

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CAREER FAIR: 9a.m. to 1 p.m.,Duke’s, NBVC PortHueneme. More than

50 companies currently hiring willhave booths and will be acceptingresumes. Colleges will be on siteas well. See story, Page 1.

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The home of the nine-patty cheeseburg-er called the “Triple Triple,” Jake’s Way-back Burgers will be joining the newlyopened Panda Express in the food courtat theNaval BaseVenturaCounty (NBVC)Port Hueneme, Navy Exchange.NEXGeneralManager Anna Esguerra

said she hopes the new restaurant will be

open sometime this fall. It will be the sec-ond Jake’s Wayback Burgers in VenturaCounty; the first opened inMarch in Ven-tura.In addition to its burgers, Jake’s is

known for its chili, hot dogs and milkshakes.Its specialty is the Triple Triple. Accord-

ing to the restaurant’s nutritional analysis,the burger has 1,980 calories — 1,120 ofthem from fat— and 2,010 milligrams ofsodium. It does, however, provide 100 per-cent of the recommended daily require-ment for iron.There’s also a veggie burger on the

menu.

Jake’s Wayback Burgers coming to NEX


Bard Elementary School on PleasantValley Road in Port Hueneme got a last-minute sprucing-up Sunday, Aug. 25,thanks to some volunteers from its neigh-bor, Naval Base Ventura County(NBVC).The day before teachers showed up for

work— and two days before students ar-rived — a dozen Sailors showed up topaint clearance arcs on the sidewalks out-side exterior doors, paint regulation lineson the outdoor basketball hoops, painthopscotch lines on the playground andclean up some earlier stenciling work on“Walk” signs throughout the school.They’d started some of the work the

week before.“We’re blessed to have them,” said Prin-

cipal Sue Parsons. “They’re absolutelyfantastic.”She said if the Sailors hadn’t volun-

teered, she would have ended up doing thework herself, with help from her husband,Andy, and custodians who were alreadyswamped trying to get classrooms readyand doing larger paint projects like fulldoors and walls.Air Traffic Controller 1st Class Osvaldo

Campos with NBVCAir Operations saidSchool LiaisonOfficerMonica James hadcalled, saying Bard was requesting somelast-minute help before school started, so

Sailors helpspruce upBard school

PHOTOS BY ANDREA HOWRY / LIGHTHOUSE

AC1 Osvaldo Campos of Naval Base Ventura County’s Air Operations paints warning arcsoutside a classroom door at Bard Elementary School. Campos organized last month’scommunity relations event after Principal Sue Parsons called and said she needed helpgetting the school ready for teachers and students.

They answer principal’slast-minute call for sometouch-up work

MA1 Dennis Lang of Naval Base Ventura County gives a Bard Elementary School basketballhoop a fresh coat of orange paint just before school starts.

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Now that the students are back inschool, expect a Back-to-School Nightvery soon.It’s important for parents to attend this

evening event, and it’s also important thatyou get the most out of it. This may beyour first and best glimpse into yourchild’s school day, and it’s also a greatopportunity to find out how you can bestsupport your student and teacher.One of the things you’ll learn about is

your child’s typical school day schedule.You’ll see what the classroom looks likeand possibly some examples of yourstudent’s work.Do you ever wonder what it would be

like to sit in a classroom again? At Back-to-School Night, you will get that oppor-tunity. Fortunately, you will only have tosit in the student-size desk for about 15minutes. However, it will give you an ideaof how it feels to sit there all day long.At Back-to-SchoolNight, youwill learn

how to best to contact your child’s teach-er. Most teachers now prefer email, butsome may prefer a phone call. The teach-er will be sure to share that informationwith you during your classroom visit.

Here are some steps to ensuring a suc-cessful Back-to- School Night:• Find out if you can bring the kids.

Some schools prefer a no-children Back-to-School Night, believing that parentsshould be free to focus on meeting theteacher and listening to the presentations.However, more and more schools recog-nize that arranging for child care, gettingthe kids home and then returning toschool is challenging for parents, and theyhave started offering child care at theschool for the evening, and possibly evena fundraising dinner. Be sure to find out

what your school’s policy is and make thenecessary arrangements.• Devise a strategy. If you have more

than one child at the school, you’ll needto strategize. If your older child has al-ready had the same teacher as youryounger child, you might decide that vis-iting a teacher you’ve never met is thepriority for the evening. If both parentsare able to attend, you can divide andconquer or take turns in the differentclassrooms.• Bring a pen and paper. You will prob-

ably need to take notes. Remember towrite down how best to contact yourchild’s teacher and any important upcom-ing dates.• Don’t ask specific questions about

your child. Ask questions about the cur-riculum, field trips or the grading policy,but refrain from asking questions spe-cific to your child that won’t be useful toother parents. It’s better to make an ap-pointment for those questions at a laterdate.• Be ready to volunteer. There will be

many opportunities to sign up for volun-teer activities, either for schoolwide pro-

grams or in the classroom. You’ll be bet-ter prepared if you’ve already given somethought to your time constraints andavailability.• Bring a note for the teacher about

your child. If your teacher hasn’t alreadyasked for one, now is a good time to pro-vide a letter describing your child’s per-sonality, academic history and any areasof concern you may have. The teacherwill appreciate receiving the informa-tion.If you haven’t yet been notified of your

school’s Back-to-School Night, pleasecheck the school’s website or contact theNaval Base Ventura County school liai-son officer for assistance.For more information about schools in

the local area, please visit http://navy-lifesw.com/ventura/families/cyp/slo/.For articles about education in the

Southwest Region, click on the Academ-ic Anchor tab for the latest newsletter.

— The NBVC school liaison officer can becontacted at 805-989-5211 or [email protected] for any K-12 education-relatedquestions.

How to make the most out of Back-to-School Night

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By Darrell WallerNAVFAC EXWC

With the arrival of Septembercomes the start of the annualCombined Federal Campaign(CFC).The CFC is the largest and

most successful workplace fund-raising campaign in the world.Over the past 52 years, the CFChas raised $7 billion to helpneighbors in need around thecorner, across the nation andthroughout the world.Capt. Mark K. Edelson, com-

manding officer of the NavalFacilities Engineering and Ex-peditionary Warfare Center(NAVFAC EXWC), has beenselected as this year’s chairmanof the California Gold CoastCombined Federal Campaign.He replaces Capt. William De-Bow, former commanding offi-cer of Naval Surface WarfareCenter, Port Hueneme Divi-sion.“The work of the CFC chari-

ties remains as important as everthis year,” Edelson said. “As thesingle biggest fundraising eventin the United States, CFC is amajor source of income for na-

tional and our local charities.CFC provides every federalworker, uniformed and civilian,the opportunity to donate to thegroups they care about. The pro-cess is simple and convenient.Using the online processes ortraditional form, you choosefrom thousands of charities thatmay have helped you or someoneyou care about.“This is our chance to give

back to the community; I hopeeveryone takes the opportunityto contribute.”The mission of the 2013 Cal-

ifornia Gold Coast CFC is toprovide each federal employeethe opportunity to contribute toone or more charities of theirchoice that support a wide vari-ety of programs to improve thequality of life for all. Nearly2,000 national and local chari-ties are accessible through the2013 California Gold CoastCFC. For these charities to makea difference, they need donations

of time and money from indi-viduals willing to look past theirown needs to focus on the needsof others.The past generosity of federal

workers has allowed the Califor-nia Gold Coast CFC to be thelargest and most successful em-ployee workplace giving cam-paign in the region. CFC repre-

sentatives from Naval BaseVentura County commands willbe contacting their employeessoon to provide them with theopportunity to contribute to oneor more of the nearly 2,000charities in this year’s cam-paign.CFC is a complete donor

choice campaign. Individualsmay direct their support to char-ities that work on the issues theycare deeply about. Many havefavorite charities, and those whodon’t can review the 2013 book-let to find charities that alignwith their interests.Those who want to take the

opportunity to learn more aboutthe various local charities andtheir programs will have an op-portunity at one of this month’scharity kickoff events. Theseevents provide an opportunityto meet with representativesfrom several local charities andto gain an appreciation for thework they perform.

Kickoff events planned for Combined Federal Campaign

Capt. Mark K. Edelson,commanding officer of theNaval Facilities Engineering andExpeditionary Warfare Center,is this year’s chairman of theCalifornia Gold Coast CombinedFederal Campaign.

Two kickoff events areplanned for theAnnual Com-bined Federal Campaign:• Point Mugu: Tuesday,

Sept. 17, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.,parking lot of Bldg. 36.• Port Hueneme: Wednes-

day, Sept. 18, 11 a.m. to 1p.m., Seabee Museum.Door prizes, demonstra-

tions and food for purchasewill be available.

Kickoff dates

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Seabee ChapelPort HuenemeBuilding 1433

Phone: (805) 982-4358

ProtestantSunday worship service: 9 a.m.Choir rehearsal: Tuesday, 6 p.m.

Catholic MassSunday: 11:15 a.m.Confession by prior appt.: 10:45 a.m.Wednesday: 11:30 a.m.Confession by prior appt.: 11 a.m.

Christian Bible StudiesWomen’s Bible Study: Tuesday,

10 a.m., “Book of I Samuel”;Wednesday, 9:30 a.m., “SacredParenting.” Childcare provided.

Men’s Bible Study: Thursday, 11:30a.m., “H2O.” Lunch provided.

Soup Fellowship Study: Sunday, 5p.m., “Behold Your God.” Potluck.

Catholic Religious EducationPre-K through high schoolTuesdays, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Chapel of FaithPoint MuguBuilding 121

Phone: (805) 989-7967

ProtestantEpiscopal service: 11 a.m.

Catholic MassSunday: 9 a.m.Confession by prior appt.: 8:15 a.m.Thursday: 11:30 a.m.Confession by prior appt.: 11 a.m.

Chaplains serving NBVCLt. Cmdr. Jeffrey HanCommand Chaplain

Lt. Lesa WelliverStaff Chaplain

Father Antony BerchmanzCatholic Priest

Worship schedule

When 7,000 married people wereasked how they feel during a conflictwith their spouse, 83 percent of the mensaid they felt “disrespected;” 72 percentof the women, on the other hand, saidthey felt “unloved.”This information tells us that men and

women communicate differently duringa conflict.You can use this information to

strengthen your relationship by beingsensitive to how your spouse or signifi-cant other communicates during con-flict.The Bible says in Lamentations 4:9-

10, “Two are better than one, becausethey have a good reward for their toil.For if they fall, one will lift up his fel-low. But woe to him who is alone whenhe falls and has not another to lift himup!”If you can learn to speak your part-

ner’s language, you have a significantlybetter chance of solving the problemand improving your relationship.A healthier relationship is possible. It

takes hard work. You have already com-mitted yourself to your relationship, so

improving communication should be anatural step.I would like to give you some tools to

put in your relationship “tool box.”These three steps will open the door tobetter communication.• What strengths does your spouse or

significant other have that you do nothave?• Tell your spouse or significant oth-

er a strength he or she possesses andwhy you admire that strength.• Write down his or her response to

that statement. Was is positive or nega-

tive? How did saying something affectyou?You might believe that talking about

your differences will be divisive, but youare wrong! Negative thinking aboutyour differences can be divisive. The dif-ferences in how we communicate reflectour individual personalities and high-light our uniqueness as individuals. Ouruniqueness is meant to strengthen therelationship bond, not tear it apart.Before you try these steps, be certain

your relationship is on sure ground. Ifyou have been fighting or using hatefulspeech toward each other, you needmore help than this simple exercise.Proverbs 15:1 says, “A soft answer turnsaway wrath, but a harsh word stirs upanger.”You can have a strong relationship

during deployment. In fact, I believethat it can get better so that when youreunite you both will be stronger!Do not hesitate to reach out for help

and try this exercise. You may be sur-prised by how your differences in com-munication can make your relationshipbetter.

Learning how to communicate during conflict is critical

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Religious Ministries at Naval Base Ven-turaCountyhasannouncedthatJewishHighHoly Days celebrations are taking place atthe following locations locally:• Chabad of Oxnard, 112 Los Altos St.,

Oxnard, celebrates Rosh Hashanah Thurs-day, Sept. 5, and Friday, Sept. 6, at 10 a.m.A Shofar sounding is at noon, followed byTashlich Service at the beach. YomKippurcelebrations are Friday, Sept. 13,KolNidreiat 7 p.m., and Saturday, Sept. 14, at 10 a.m.with Yizkor Memorial Service at noon, anafternoon service at 5:30 p.m. and Neliahclosing service at 6:30 p.m.

•BethEmunahMessianicSynagogue,5312Derry Ave., Agoura Hills, celebrates RoshHashanah Sunday, Sept. 8, with Tashlich atthe beach at noon.YomKippur services areFriday, Sept. 13, at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday,Sept.14,at11a.m.,Yizkorat2:30p.m.,Studyof Jonah at 4 p.m. andNeliah at 6 p.m.•TempleBethTorah, 7620FoothillRoad,

Ventura, celebrates Rosh Hashanah Thurs-day, Sept. 5, at 10 a.m. and Friday, Sept. 6,at 10 a.m. YomKippur services are Friday,Sept. 13, at 8 p.m. and Saturday, Sept. 14, at9 a.m., Yizkor at 5 p.m. and Neilah at 5:30p.m.

Where to celebrate Jewish High Holy Days

Several Family FunNight eventsare coming up at the Seabee Cha-pel. Friday, Sept. 20, families areinvited to come help their childrendecorate their school binders in a“Back to School Book & BinderBash.” Friday, Oct. 25, from 5:30to 7:30 p.m., the chapel will host aHarvest Fest, with games and can-dy.For more information on Fam-

ily Fun Nights, call 982-4358.

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By Jillian AlexanderNMCRS

Summer is over. Your kids are back atschool, and you want to get out of thehouse. Your significant other is current-ly deployed, and you need something totake your mind off that. Have you con-sidered volunteering with the Navy-Ma-rine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS)?There are many unexpected benefits

to volunteering. Recent research hasfound that volunteers have lower self-rated levels of depression and high levelsof well-being and life satisfaction. Theyvolunteer to make a difference in some-one else’s life.Volunteering helps with developing

real-world skills. If you are looking fora job, volunteering with the NMCRS isa great way to get office experience andbuild your resume. You can put theseskills into action in the real world, andyou gain experience you can use in yourwork life and your personal life.Volunteering allows you to mix with a

diverse group of people who can teachyou something new. This opens the door

for making professional connections andboosting your current career. Along theway, you will meet like-minded peopleand gain new experiences, social andotherwise.Volunteering allows you to save mon-

ey while giving back. If you have causesthat are close to your heart but your bud-get is tight, you can give whatever sparetime you have in place of cash. Keep yourmoney growing in the bank, but takesome time out of a weekend to volunteerat a local organization or event. Whilemonetary donations help, physical helpis often much more appreciated.While volunteering with the NMCRS,

you can create your budget and learnskills to save money, and feel good aboutgiving back!The NMCRS office is in the Welcome

Center at Naval Base Ventura County,Port Hueneme, convenient if you live onbase. Don’t forget that we reimburse forchild care and mileage!If you’re interested in volunteering

with the NMCRS, call 805-982-4409 formore information and to request a vol-unteer packet.

Volunteering for NMCRS can yield unexpected benefits

• TheNMCRSOffice is open from9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday throughFriday. It is located in theNBVCPortHueneme Welcome Center, 2600Dodson St., Suite 1. Information:982-4409.• TheNMCRSThrift Store is open

from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.Mondays andWednesdays and is located in Bldg.829, at the corner of Harris Streetand 15th Avenue, NBVC Port Hue-neme. The store is looking for dona-tions – clothes, household items,sporting goods, books, toys, movies,and even certain uniform items. Nofurniture or used baby car seats areaccepted.• Budget 4 Baby classes are sched-

uled for Sept. 17 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.and Oct. 8 from 10 to 11:30 am.• Check out the new NMCRS

Facebook page at www.facebook.com/NMCRSVentura.

Calendar of eventsStudies say depressionis lower and well-beingis higher among peoplewho give of their time;job skills and peopleskills also get a boost

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By Tech Sgt. Thomas Kesslerand Kevin Chandler344th Training Squadron, Detachment 1

Walking though the commissary or theNavy Exchange, you may have noticedus in our Air Force uniforms. Your firstassumption might be that we are part ofthe 146th Airlift Wing, but some of usAirmen are actually stationed at NavalBase Ventura County (NBVC) as stu-dents, technical school instructors andstaff.In October 1996, Detachment 1 trans-

ferred from Lackland Air Force Base inTexas and was officially activated in thenorthwest corner of NBVC Port Huen-eme. Since then, this schoolhouse hassatisfied both Air Force and Navy mis-sion requirements for vehicle mainte-nance qualifications and certifications.After graduating the U.S. Air Force

Basic Military Training course at Lack-land, more than 1,500 students each yearbegin their vehicle management career atthe 344th Training Squadron, Detach-

ment 1 (344TRS DET 1), schoolhouse.“The schoolhouse is a big change of

pace from Basic Training,” said Airman1st Class Jason Dudash of Urban, Ohio,currently a vehicle and equipment main-tenance student. “I also enjoy learningand working on the different vehicles.”The students begin their training with

the Navy’s aspiring Seabee constructionmechanics in a 10-week fundamental au-tomotive mechanics program at the Na-val Construction Training Center, alsobased at NBVC Port Hueneme.Upon completion, Airmen move to the

Air Force training facility near the Vic-toria gate for another five to six weeksto learn specific vehicle maintenance.This training facility offers CommunityCollege of the Air Force accreditationmaintenance courses for fire trucks, 25-and 60K-loaders, forklifts, de-icers,cranes, High Mobility MultipurposeWheeled Vehicle (HMMWVs or Hum-mers), Mine Resistant Ambush Protect-ed (MRAP) vehicles and vehicle manage-ment and analysis systems (VM&A).VM&A is scheduled to transfer its train-ing course back to Lackland nextmonth.“What I enjoy the most at the school-

house is all the hands-on training that isoffered to the students,” said AirmanBasic Ian Boutwell of Corpus Christi,Texas, a material handling equipment

student.Technical students are managed and

trained by more than 70 Air Force activeduty and civilian personnel assigned to

NBVCPort Hueneme. Themilitary train-ing leaders, identified by a blue rope,enforce high standards of conduct, ac-countability and discipline. They alsooversee the Airmen’s physical trainingprogram and drill practice.When the Airmen are not at the dorms,

they are at school, and detachment in-structors ensure they receive the technicaltraining and mentoring needed to suc-cessfully transition from training statusto serving in an operational Air Forcevehicle management flight.The schoolhouse also accommodates

its own Career Development Courses(CDC) writers. They manage seven setswith 16 volumes of upgrade training ma-terial for vehicle management profession-als. Our CDC writers make certain thosesets include the latest technological ad-vancements and environmental andsafety trends in conjunction with currentAir Force policies and procedures.The detachment’s fleet of 71 vehicles

and equipment assets, mostly used astraining aids, are kept running by ourvery own vehicle maintenance team.Like a small military melting pot, all

branches pass through or are stationedon this base. A small portion belongs tothe United States Air Force’s 344TRSDET 1.It’s always nice to know who your

neighbors are!

Air Force vehicle maintenance students share base with Navy

AB Ryan M. Black removes the battery coverplate to troubleshoot a no-start condition ona Mine Resistant Ambush Protected vehicle(MRAP).

Air Force students take a break from classes at Naval Base Ventura County, PortHueneme.

Photos by tech. sgt. thomas Kessler / 344trs Det 1

Air Force students begin their training with the Navy´s aspiring Seabee constructionmechanics in a 10-week fundamental automotive mechanics program at the NavalConstruction Training Center, Naval Base Ventura County, Port Hueneme.

1,500 Airmen starttheir careers at NCTC,then move over to theschoolhouse near theVictoria Gate

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Showing themselves to be goodneighbors at the Navy base wherethey’re stationed, about two dozen stu-dents and instructors in the Air Force344th Training Squadron, Detachment1, spent a Saturday morning cleaningup Family Beach at Naval Base Ven-tura County (NBVC) Point Mugu.“It’s a great way to let people know

we’re here,” Tech Sgt. Thomas Kesslersaid of the squadron, which has atraining facility at NBVC Port Huen-eme. “And in just a couple of hours,we’re finding a lot of stuff — cans,plastic.”Community relations events are

nothing new to the squadron, which

has a regular crew that volunteers oneday each month at the Ventura RescueMission in Oxnard.The staff also took part in the Mili-

tary & Veteran Expo in Camarillo Sat-urday, Aug. 24, bringing several piec-es of military equipment for display.Among those at the beach cleanup

Saturday, Aug. 17, was Senior MasterSgt. Robert Haines, who pointed outthat the squadron recently developedits own Facebook page and has ap-pointed its first ombudsman.Several who took part brought their

youngsters to help with the cleanup.“You’ve got to teach them while

they’re young,” Kessler said.

As good neighbors at NBVC,Air Force helps clean up beach

Photo by AndreA howry / Lighthouse

SMSgt. Robert Haines joins his crew from the Air Force 344th Training Squadron,Detachment 1, in a recent cleanup at Naval Base Ventura County, Point Mugu.

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Retiring Command Master Chief Thomas Cyr reflects on his 30-year career in the Navy.His retirement ceremony was held Friday, Aug. 30, on the parade grounds of Naval BaseVentura County, Port Hueneme.

Photo by MC1 John P. Curtis / nMCb 5

As Navy tradition holds at the end of a retirement ceremony, Command Master ChiefThomas Cyr walks with his family — wife Marcia, son Jacob and daughter Sofia (hiddenfrom view) as he is flanked by dozens of his former shipmates.


After a 30-year career that earned himhigh praise as a confidante and a calmingforce,Naval BaseVenturaCounty (NBVC)Command Master Chief Thomas Cyr re-tired Friday, Aug. 30, in a time-honoredceremony on the parade grounds of NBVCPort Hueneme.Dozens of Cyr’s shipmates gathered on

the unseasonablywarmday tohonor amanwhom his friends said never hesitated toshare the spotlight.“He never made it about himself,” said

RearAdm.Bret J.Muilenburg, who servedat Naval Base Ventura County (NBVC)before becoming commander of Naval Fa-cilities Engineering Command Pacific.Whether it involved family or Sailors, “hemade sure someone else was successful.”Capt. Larry Vasquez, who has been

NBVC’s commanding officer for a year anda half, said he learned quickly that Cyrwould serve as his “trusted counsel,”andhepraised him for “keeping others in the roomcalm under challenging times.”Cyr’s parents, married 56 years — “an

inspiration to all of us,” Muilenburg said— traveled fromConnecticut to attend theceremony, as did several other familymem-bers, many of whom are retired or are still

serving in the Armed Forces.Cyr reflected on that commitment, point-

ing out that in his family, there was no“Army” or “Navy” or “Marine Corps”—there was just “service.”“Saying ‘service’ was common terminol-

ogy,”he said, adding that today,Americansaremore apt to talk about “themilitary”orthe branchname. Perhaps, he said, theword“service” should be used a bit more, allow-ing people to ponder its “unfiltered mean-ing.”Cyr’swife,Marcia, son Jacob anddaugh-

ter Sophia joined Cyr’s parents in the frontrow.Cyrmentioned each of themby name,thanking them for adapting to Navy lifewithout complaint — even through sevendeployments.His voice bittersweet, he took note of

missed family moments, then spoke direct-ly to his daughter.“Now I’mgoing to be home,”he told her,

“and you’re ready to go off to college.”Cyr thanked his fellow shipmates, noting

that he appreciated “the caliber of people Ifound myself surrounded by.”“You get the word ‘service,’ and being

around you made me better,” he said.Following Navy tradition, Sailors read

Cyr “Old Glory,” “The Watch” and theChief Petty Officer Retirement Creed.

NBVC’s command master chief retires after 30-year careerFriends, family, shipmates attend ceremony for a man praised for his willingness to share the spotlight

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TheNavy Exchange at Naval Base Ven-tura County (NBVC) Point Mugu, saidthank you to its customers in a big wayFriday, Aug. 16, with a summer bash thatfeatured an autograph session with amixed martial arts fighter, a live bandand lots of cotton candy.Point Mugu NEXManager Avril Sam

said the event was a first for Point Mugu.The much larger Port HuenemeNEX hashad several, with this year’s featuring theBudweiser Clydesdales.“With the surf contest being canceled,

we wanted to do something for militaryfamilies here,” she explained.From 3 to 6 p.m., children could get

their faces painted, jump around in aBounce House, have an animal made forthem by a balloon artist and taste freesamples from Subway. Their parentscould enter drawings for free gifts, pickup some recycling tips from NBVC’ssolid waste program and check out thegiant Monster energy drink truck on dis-play.Monster sponsored the visit by Ulti-

mate Fighting Championship (UFC)bantamweight championDominick Cruz,who signed autographs and gamely held4-month-old Arianna Salinas, whosemom, Tasha, wanted a photo of him

holding her baby. Arianna’s dad is Mas-ter at Arms 3rd Class Zachary Salinaswith NBVC Point Mugu.Playing their second gig in their bud-

ding career was FRC Live, a seven-mem-ber classic rock band made up of active-duty personnel from the Fleet ReadinessCenter Southwest (FRCSW)DetachmentPoint Mugu. The drummer is officer incharge, Cmdr. Allen Blaxton.“We have a lot of fun doing this,” said

Aviation Electronics Technician 1st ClassRene Benitez, who brought the band to-gether for an Asian-Pacific Islander eventearlier this year. They’ll play again Sept.27 for an FRCSW Hispanic HeritageMonth celebration. “We’re trying to dothe best with the time we have here.”

Point Mugu NEX hosts customer appreciation event

Lt. Stephen Guenzler of Public Works enjoysthe cotton candy at last month’s Point MuguNEX customer appreciation event.

Jamelia Lassic, 4, dances to the music ofFRC Live. Jamelia was at the Point MuguNEX customer appreciation event with hermom, CS2 Whitney Taylor of Naval BaseVentura County, Point Mugu.

FRC Live performs at the Point Mugu NEX customer appreciation event Friday, Aug. 16. Theband is made up of active-duty Sailors assigned to Fleet Readiness Center Southwest,Detachment Point Mugu. Their officer in charge, Cmdr. Allen Blaxton, is the drummer.


Ultimate Fighting Championship bantamweight champion Dominick Cruz hands 4-month-oldArianna Salinas back to her mom, Tasha, after a quick photo. Arianna’s dad is MA3 ZacharySalinas with Naval Base Ventura County, Point Mugu. Monster energy drinks sponsoredCruz’s autograph session at the Point Mugu NEX as part of a customer appreciation day.

With the surf contestbeing canceled,we wanted to dosomething for militaryfamilies here.

— Avril SamPoint Mugu NEX manager

Classic rock band featuring local Sailors performsas a mixed martial arts fighter signs autographs

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By YNC Ryan ArnoldussenNOSC Ventura County

Selected Reserve (SELRES)Sailors and their families from39 local Reserve units in theSouthwest Region attended aDeployment Readiness Train-ing (DRT) event Saturday,Aug. 10, at Naval Base Ven-tura County, Port Hueneme.Navy Operational Support

Center (NOSC) Ventura Coun-ty hosted the DRT, a require-ment for imminent and volun-tary Navy Reservists prior todeployment.The event included guest

speakers Vice Adm. RobinBraun, Chief of Navy Reserve;Capt. Larry Vasquez, com-manding officer of Naval BaseVentura County; and EllisGreen, mayor of Port Huen-eme.Braun welcomed home the

70 returning warriors and ex-pressed her appreciation to allof the families for their endur-ing support. She spoke aboutthe changing force structureand the strong capabilities thatNavy Reserve Sailors bring toemerging global challenges,and she emphasized the needfor every Reserve Sailor to befully ready to mobilize at alltimes.The returning Sailors and

their families shook handswith veterans before ascendingthe steps to the stage wherethey were greeted and honoredby the guest speakers. The sixWorld War II, Korean andVietnam veterans are from lo-cal hospice assisted livingresidences.

“It was really nice to see thewhole Reserve family here, andespecially the veterans whohave served and gone beforeme,” said Hospital Corpsman3rd Class (SW) Rafael Vene-gas, a Reservist assigned to

NOSC Ventura County.Attendees were introduced

to local representatives frommilitary support agencies, pro-grams and charities, includingVeterans Affairs; Military OneSource; American Red Cross;

TRICARE; Navy-MarineCorps Relief Society; Morale,Welfare and Recreation; Em-ployer Support of the Guardand Reserve (ESGR); and theNaval Base Ventura CountyFleet and Family Support Cen-ter (FFSC).“I was so impressed to have

all of the resources availablefor me, all in one place,” saidNavy spouse Amy Venegas.“Back in 2012, when my hus-band left on his deployment,it was a challenge to under-stand all of Navy acronymsand resources available to me.Now I understand more andnot left trying to find an-swers.”The event began at the Need-

ham Theater and transitionedto the NOSC, where the fami-lies were fed a luncheon ofchicken, ribs and Filipino sidedishes. Afterwards, they werefree to roam around the pro-vider booths, gathering addi-tional service and support in-formation.“It was one of the best events

that I have attended. The Re-

serve Sailors and families ofVentura County stand ready toanswer the call to duty, toserve their Navy and the na-tion, wherever needed aroundthe world,” said Capt. RonaldOswald, commanding officerof NOSC Ventura County. “Itis heartwarming to see Sailorsand families obtain crucial in-formation about military pro-grams that directly help themmeet everyday challenges. Theinteraction between our WorldWar II, Korean and Vietnamveterans, our Sailors and theproviders of the services helpedbridge generations of thosewho have served and those whostill serve.”DRT is a component of the

Department of Defense YellowRibbon Program, which con-sists of proactive education onall phases of deployment andthe challenges associated withthem. The goal of DRTs is toarm Reservists and their fam-ilies with access to the variousresources and support pro-grams available to them before,during and after deployment.NOSC Ventura County as-

sists in the execution of NavyReserve policy and administra-tion through indirect supportof mobilization and activeNavy support requirements.Their support function in-cludes approximately 1,150Selected Reservists represent-ing 39 Reserve units.

Admiral visits with Reserve Sailors and families at NBVC

Photos by MC1 KiM MCLendon / nosC

Vice Adm. Robin Braun, Chief of Navy Reserve and Commander, Navy Reserve Force, speaks to more than1,100 Sailors and family members at the Deployment Readiness Training Aug. 10.

Capt. Ronald Oswald, commanding officer, Navy Operational SupportCenter (NOSC) Ventura County, greets Lucky, age 3, child of HT2 RyanCotter, at the Deployment Readiness Training.

Vice Adm. Robin Braun, Chief ofNavy Reserve and Commander,Navy Reserve Force, thanks BMCSDonald Gore for his 42 years ofservice in the Navy during lastmonth’s Deployment ReadinessTraining. Gore retired in July2013 and attended the DRT onpermissive orders.

NOSC VenturaCounty hosts 39local Reserve unitsfor DeploymentReadiness Trainingand a welcomehome for 70returning warriors

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Naval Mobile ConstructionBattalion (NMCB) 3 replacedNMCB 5 in both Yokosuka, Ja-pan, and Diego Garcia lastmonth.Yokosuka’s change of charge

ceremony took place Aug. 15 atthe detachment’s headquarters.According to the detachment’s

officer in charge, Ensign KarlCoulson, the team is focused onproviding both quality construc-tion and ambassadorship.“We are all very excited to be-

gin construction, get into arhythm and finish the projectswith quality,” said Coulson. “Weare very happy to represent theSeabees and show this amazingculture that we respect them andare proud to be allies.”During its six-month deploy-

ment, NMCB 3 plans to com-plete the construction of twopre-engineered buildings (PEB)at two different sites in Yokosu-ka. One will provide governmentemployees with new office spac-

es, shower rooms and break ar-eas. The second will be used as aMorale, Welfare and Recreationyouth activity center at a nearbyfamily housing complex.While not on the job, Yoko-

suka detachment Seabees areplanning several community rela-tions projects that will providethe team with a greater under-standing of the Japanese cultureand customs and help strengthenlocal friendships.“I love being deployed to Yo-

kosuka,” said NMCB 3 LogisticsSpecialist 3rd Class RamonMonge. “It gives you the oppor-tunity to travel to the surround-ing cities, experience the entiretyof the Japanese culture and whatit’s all about.”Meanwhile, at Diego Garcia,

NMCB 3 relieved 5 during achange of charge ceremony Aug.11.Ensign Mallory Smith, the

detachment’s officer in charge,said her group is eager to help

strengthen ties with the alliedBritish government, which con-

trols the territory of Diego Gar-cia in the Indian Ocean.

“My team is focused and hap-py to be engaged in what we dobest — construction is the Sea-bees’ bread and butter,” Smithsaid. “This project allows us toprovide a valuable living area toother people working just as hardas we plan to. It will allow us toleave a lasting imprint, andthrough our quality labor, fur-ther strengthen ties with one ofour oldest allies.”During the six-month deploy-

ment, the Seabees will continueconstruction on a 3,000-square-foot modified contractor livingunit. It will consist of 12 roomswith shared bathrooms, a com-mon area, kitchen and laundry.“Diego Garcia is a beautiful

island and the people we areworking with are great profes-sionals,” said Smith. “Our projectis important to providing thecontractors here with improvedliving conditions that will hope-fully increase their quality oflife.”

NMCB 3 settles in for six months in Japan, Diego Garcia

Photo by Eo2 DaanEn M. Grasso / nMCb 3

Ensign Mallory Smith, Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB)3’s Diego Garcia detachment officer in charge (OIC), renders a saluteto departing NMCB 5 OIC, Ensign Raymond Bendt, during a battalionturnover ceremony. The Seabees in Diego Garcia are tasked with buildinga 3,000-square-foot contractor living unit (CLU), which will serve as aresidence for assigned civilian contractors.

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By MC1 Chris FaheyNMCB 3

OKINAWA, Japan – More than 30Seabees from Naval Mobile Construc-tion Battalion (NMCB) 3 participatedin a friendship exchange at Command-er, Fleet Activities Okinawa (CFAO)White Beach Naval Facility, Saturday,Aug. 24.NMCB 3 volunteers joined roughly

60 other participants from the JapaneseMaritime Self Defense Force (JMSDF),their families and Sailors from CFAOJunior Enlisted Association to helpclean up trash and bury seaweed alongroughly 3 miles of the White Beachcoastline.The opportunity provided NMCB 3

with the chance to bond and learnabout the Japanese culture after offi-cially assuming command of CFAO’sCamp Shields and all Naval Construc-tion Force (NCF) operations in thePacific Region Aug. 23.“Being in Okinawa is a privilege,”

said the president of NMCB 3’s FirstClass Association, Engineering Aide1st Class Willie Blanding. “It’s an ex-

cellent host nation with an interestingculture. I’m excited to learn more aboutthe Japanese and how we can continuebeing great neighbors and friends.”Following the beach cleanup, volun-

teers enjoyed a barbecue and got toknow one another. Many Seabees tookthe opportunity to learn new Japanesewords and sayings to help communi-cate, while others enjoyed conversa-tions understood as critical lessonstaught by JMSDF members and theirfamilies.According to volunteer Equipment

Operator 3rd Class Jess Wallace, thoseconversations helped him adjust histhinking to daily courtesies shown tohis Japanese friends.“With most Americans, the more we

get to know each other, the more re-laxed we are with the way we act – wetend to cut loose more and tone downthe formalities,” said Wallace. “Withthe Japanese, I learned, they are cour-teous of each other at all times, espe-cially their close friends and familymembers. That’s something we need tomake sure we understand and apply.”

Seabees take part in friendship exchange in Okinawa

Photo by MC1 Chris Fahey / NMCb 3

EA1 Willie Blanding, president of Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 3’s FirstClass Petty Officers Association, presents a gift to the Capt. Masahito Inoue, commandingofficer of Sub Area Activity, Okinawa, Japanese Maritime Self Defense Force (JMSDF),during a friendship exchange at Commander, Fleet Activities Okinawa (CFAO) White BeachNaval Facility.

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By SW3 Calvin JohnsonNMCB 3

DILI,Timor-Leste—Seabees fromNavalMobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 3officially relievedNMCB5of all duties andproject activities during a change of chargeceremony Aug. 9 at Camp Lenhoff.According to the detachment’s officer-in-

charge, Lt. Brent Oglesby, NMCB 3 is fo-cused on strengthening the relationship be-tween the U.S. and the Timorese throughhumanitarian construction projects andcommunity relations activities.“MySeabees and I could not bemore ex-

cited to be here inTimor-Leste,”saidOgles-by. “Wehave been blessedwith an opportu-nity to make a significant difference in thelives of the Timorese and their nation. Weintend to make the most of it.”During the six-month deployment, the

Seabeeswill rehabilitate twoprimary schoolbuildings to includenewroofing, doors,win-dowsandgeneral repairs; construct a latrinefacility and kitchen; and build fencing.NMCB 3 will also assist in the construc-

tion of a rock jetty to be used by the Ti-morese Maritime Police Unit and will pro-videexperts toassess theconditionandmakerepairs to several community medical clin-ics.The Seabees will be working with the

Timor-Leste Defense Force (F-FDTL) en-gineers through the Australian-led DefenseCooperationProgram(DCP), a cooperativeeffort that is designed to mutually enhancethe skills of the Seabees and the F-FDTL.

NMCB 3 arrivesin Timor-Leste

By SW3 Calvin JohnsonNMCB 3

DILI, Timor-Leste — Seabees fromNaval Mobile Construction Battalion(NMCB) 3’s Timor-Leste ConstructionCivic Action Detail (CCAD) have pro-vided clean water for 23 residents at theAhisaun Foundation Home for physi-cally disabled youth.Hospital Corpsman 1st Class Joseph

Pica, Utilitiesman 2nd Class JulietWilsonand Construction Electrician 3rd ClassHezekiah Morgan successfully repairedthe home’s degraded water filtration sys-tem, which had been providing residentswith unsafe water used for drinking andcooking.According to Wilson, the volunteer re-

pairs, which were completed last month,also served as a training opportunity, al-lowing the residents to care for the systemlong after the Seabees depart Timor-Leste.“Seeing the dirty water the residents

were using for cooking and drinkingmademe really upset,”Wilson said. “I’m so gladwe were not only able to repair the system,but train some of the residents on how toprevent this from happening in the fu-ture.”The team removed, cleaned and installed

two micron filters to capture the water’simpurities and sediments, making it safeto drink and use for cooking.Additionally, they successfully miti-

gated an electrical hazard by removingheavy grease that had developed on thefiltration system’s power outlet and in-stalled a 20-watt power supply to helpguarantee proper operating temperaturesfor the filter’s ultraviolet light. The ulta-violet light kills microorganisms and dis-infects the water without using chemi-cals.Pica, CCADTimor-Leste’smedical pro-

vider, oversaw the operation and testedthe water following the repairs, ensuringthey were successful.“To see the Seabees in action, applying

their knowledge and skills to help thosein legitimate need, is awesome,”Pica said.“Work like this goes a longway to improv-ing the overall health of the citizens ofTimor-Leste and makes a lasting positiveimpression on them.”

Seabees repairwater systemin group home

Photo by SW3 Calvin JohnSon / nMCb 3

UT2 Juliet Wilson of Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 3’s Timor-Leste CivicConstruction Action Detail (CCAD) hands a clean water filter to a resident of the AhisaunDisability Foundation’s home for disabled youth. Wilson and two other Seabees from theTimor-Leste CCAD repaired the home’s degraded water filtration system.

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Abigail Munninger, 7, sails through the obstacle course set up for Family Beach Day. Abigail is the daughter of Nadia and BU1 Michael Munninger of Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 4.

A1C Eric McFadden, an Air Force student at the Naval Construction Training Center, finishes up the obstacle course.

The Burr family, visiting from China Lake, takes advantage of the opportunity to try different watersports for free. Dad, retired Navy Capt. Rich Burr, shares a kayak with 7-year-old Ian; Mitchell, 12, paddleboards for the second time in his life; and Noah, 10, solos in a kayak.

Shayne Harvey, who works for the Mugu Gym through Morale, Welfare and Recreation, serves during a beach volleyball game.

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Child and Youth Programs to bring this event to Family Beach. Stand-up paddle boards, soft-top surfboards, kayaks and body boards — all of which are available for rent at MWR’s Outdoor Adventure Center at NBVC Port Hueneme — were provided so visitors could try out different water sports, many for the first time, and a vol-leyball net and obstacle course were in con-stant use.

Twelve people signed up for an afternoon surf clinic taught by professionals Bob Forbes and Chad Eastman.

“We were obviously disappointed that we couldn’t have the surf contest this year,” ex-plained Capt. Larry Vasquez, commanding officer of NBVC. “We just didn’t have the money in these times. But we really wanted to do something for our families, and I think this is being very well received.”

He was especially pleased by the response to the surf clinic.

“It’s not every day you can get lessons from a professional surfer,” he said.

MWR’s Liberty Program brought more than two dozen Sailors and Airmen, many of them students at the Naval Construction Training Center, to this pristine stretch of Southern California beach.

While Airman 1st Class Scott Hitchner let his friends bury him up to his neck in the sand, Airman 1st Class Alexander Kitten-dorf tried surfing.

“I’m about to ship out, and if I didn’t try surfing while in California, I wouldn’t be able to live with it,” Kittendorf said.

Ten-year-old Ryan Maldonado also tried surfing, getting help from the pros as he stood up on the surfboard. His parents, Bridget and Chief Builder Patrick Maldo-nado of Naval Mobile Construction Battal-ion 4, said he’d tried surfing for the first time a couple of weeks earlier in Hawaii.

“He wants to keep it going, especially now that he can get lessons with a professional,” his mom said.

The Rodriguez family enjoyed being able to try out the different water sports. Lt. Alex Rodriguez, a supply officer with Naval Car-go Handling Battalion 14, tried kayaking with his 4-year-old daughter, Ivanka.

“She got scared a little bit at first, but then she calmed down,” Rodriguez said.

Vasquez watched the action from the beach with his family and a group of visiting friends.

“We’re so blessed to serve in his location,” he said. “It would be a shame not to take advantage of it.”

Kayaks, soft-top surfboards, stand-up paddleboards and bodyboards were all available to try out for free during Family Beach Day.

A1C Eric McFadden, an Air Force student at the Naval Construction Training Center, finishes up the obstacle course.

Shayne Harvey, who works for the Mugu Gym through Morale, Welfare and Recreation, serves during a beach volleyball game.

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TheU.S. SeabeeMuseum atNaval BaseVentura County (NBVC) Port Huenemeis one step closer to getting a 1940 theatermarquee in its World War II exhibit.The marquee of theMayfair Theater, a

downtownVentura landmark that burnedin 2000 and was razed in 2004, was liftedMonday, Aug. 26, from the dirt of anempty lot at Figueroa and East SantaClara streets where it’s been sitting for thelast decade.The structure, which measures 10 feet,

3 inches, at its tallest point, was placed ona flatbed truck and taken to a ranch inSanta Paula, where volunteer Seabees willclean it and inspect it to see exactly whatneeds to be done before it can be installedinside the museum.“Once it’s clean, we’ll have a much bet-

ter idea of what this will entail,” said BobQuinn, a retired Navy captain who’s amember of the Navy Seabee Veterans ofAmerica Island X-7, which is organizingthe project, arranging for financing andcoordinating donations. “We know there’ssheet metal that needs to be fixed. Weknow it will need a particle blasting to

take off the old paint. Then, after it’s re-painted, it will be ready for new neon andfluorescent lights.”Quinn said the veterans had received

one rough estimate of $25,000 for restora-tion.“We hope to get it down to half that or

less,” he said.The first step toward restoration took

place when a crane lifted the estimated1,000-pound structure off the ground.Made of galvanized sheet metal and angleiron, the marquee held together as it wasplaced on the flatbed truck.“It was built to be pretty sturdy,” said

Dave Tilsner, owner of Dave’s Signs inVentura. “Today, most of them are alu-minum.”After the initial cleaning and inspection,

the marquee will be brought to the SeabeeMuseum parking lot, where any necessarysteelwork, painting and rewiring can be-gin.“We want it to be where it’s accessible,”

Quinn explained.TheMayfair Theater was located at 793

E. Santa Clara St., at the corner of SantaClara and Ash streets in downtown Ven-tura. The site is now condominiums.Quinn said a donation box is located at

the gift shop in the Seabee Museum.“We’d like to give everyone an oppor-

tunity to preserve this piece of Venturahistory,” he said.

1940 movie marquee a step closerto a new home at SeabeeMuseum

Seth Johnson, a member of the Navy Seabee Veterans of America Island X-7 who hasplayed a key role in getting the Mayfair marquee donated to the museum, works with TinoZuniga in loading the 1,000-pound structure onto a flatbed truck.


A crane lifts the 73-year-old Mayfair Theater marquee from the lot where it’s been for thelast decade and places it on a flatbed truck Monday, Aug. 26. The marquee will be restoredand placed in the Seabee Museum as part of a display on the World War II homefront.

Chris Compton of Dave’s Signs in Ventura, foreground, and Shaun Irwin of Ron BachConstruction in Santa Paula secure the marquee to the flatbed truck.

Ventura landmark willbecome part of WWIIhomefront exhibit

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Help when you need it.The Fleet & FamilySupport Center

Each year in September we take time torecognize and appreciate those who havevolunteered asNavy Family Ombudsmen.This year, on Sept. 10, commands fromall across Naval Base Ventura County willcome together at the BardMansion to givethanks to the spouses who have volun-teered for these positions.The Navy Ombudsman Program was

established 43 years ago, on Sept. 14, 1970,by Adm. Elmo R. Zumwalt Jr., Chief ofNaval Operations, when he issued “Z-Gram 24,” which emphasized the impor-tance of the Navy spouse. Z-Gram 24stressed the need to create a way for Navyspouses to present complaints, viewpointsand suggestions to the commanding of-ficer. Zumwalt acknowledged the Navyspouse to be a vital member of the “NavyTeam,” as per the Ombudsman BasicTraining Manual (OBTM).The job of an ombudsman is not always

an easy one. The official job description

states, “Ombudsmen are volunteers thatare part of the chain of command andhave the job of supporting the commandmission; they do this by taking care of thefamilies so that the service member canfocus on their job,” according to theOBTM.Ombudsmen serve as the welcoming

committee for families that are new to the

area, providing information on the com-munity, both inside and outside the gate,as well as the command. In times of emer-gency, they help families contact or relayinformation to service members, provideinformation and keep families up to dateon ongoing situations, most recently theSpring Fire of Camarillo. The goal of theNavy Family Ombudsman is to help fam-ilies become self-reliant and resilient andto remain flexible in today’s Navy.Every ombudsman is required to go

through 16.5 hours of basic training thatis renewed every three years. In addition,they attend advance trainings throughoutthe year.Ombudsmen abide by a strict code of

confidentiality with the exception of the“five reportable issues.” These are safetyand life-threatening issues that they arerequired to report to the command, as wellas the proper authorities. These reportableissues are: all suspected or known cases

of child abuse or neglect; alleged spouseabuse; suspected or potential homicides;violence or life-endangering situations;and all suspected or potential suicidalrisks. Theremay be other reportable issuesidentified by their commanding officers(OPNAVINST 1750.1 G CH-1).Many ombudsmen maintain an email

roster that they use to pass along informa-tion about upcoming events at the com-mands, on base and in the community.If you would like to find out who your

command ombudsman is, please contactCorey Kendrick, Fleet and Family Sup-port Center ombudsman coordinator, at805-989-1682. Contact information forombudsmen is also located outside thePort Hueneme and PointMuguNavy Ex-changes.If you are interested in becoming a com-

mand ombudsman, speak with yourspouse and/or their command leader-ship.

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Toll-free appointment scheduling ser-vice: 1-866-923-6478, call 24 hours a day,seven days a week. Personal, marital, fam-ily counseling; financial management;spouse employment; transition assistance;relocation assistance; life skills workshopsare available at the Fleet and Family Sup-port Center. NBVC Point Mugu, Bldg.225 next to the chapel, 989-8146; NBVCPort Hueneme, Bldg. 1169 behind NEX,982-5037.All classes at Port Hueneme unless oth-

erwise noted. Call 982-5037 for more in-formation. Child care option availablewith prior registration.

Career Support and Retention(Register for TAP classes with your

Command Career Counselor)• Transition Assistance Program —

GPS: Mondays-Fridays, 7:30 a.m. to 4p.m. daily, Sept. 9-13, Sept. 16-20. Reg-ister via Command Career Counsel-or.• Individual Transition Plan Review:

Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to noon.• Career Fair Prep Class: Wed., Sept.

11, 1 to 3:30 p.m., Point Mugu.

• Career Fair: Meet employers andlearn about educational opportunities.Wed., Sept. 18, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Duke’sPlace, Port Hueneme.• Federal Employment & Resume and

How to Apply: Learn about resumes,relevant websites and the applicationprocess for federal jobs. Thurs., Sept.19, 1 to 3 p.m.• Excel Basics: Learn how to use Mi-

crosoft Office Excel 2007 software forboth personal and professional use.Thurs., Sept. 5, 2 to 4:30 p.m., PointMugu.• Writing the Perfect Resume & Cov-

er Letter: Learn cutting-edge resumeand cover letter techniques to success-fully present your skills. Tues., Sept.10, 2 to 4 p.m.; Thurs., Sept. 26, 9 to11 a.m.• Advancement Preparation: Do you

need help preparing for the enlistedadvancement exam? We teach you testtaking tips and study skills.Wed., Sept.11, 1 to 3:30 p.m., Point

Mugu.• Interview Skills: Prepare for your

job interview, learn about the interviewprocess, conduct a mock interview and

more. Thurs., Sept. 12, 9 to 11 a.m.;Wed., Sept. 25, 2 to 4 p.m.• Excel Intermediate: Learn advanced

shortcuts, formulas, charts, referencingand more using Microsoft Office Excel2007. Thurs., Sept. 12, 2 to 4 p.m.,Point Mugu.• VA Paperwork Assistance: Hands

on assistance in filing, reopening or ap-pealing your VA claim. Active duty,veterans, widows, walk-ins welcome!Wed., Sept. 25, 9 a.m. to noon.• Power Point Tips & Tricks: Learn

how to create basic presentations usingMicrosoft Office PowerPoint 2007.Wed., Sept. 25, 1 to 2:30 p.m.• Are you LinkedIn?: Using LinkedIn

for your job search. Great networking!Thurs., Sept. 26, 2 to 3:30 p.m.

Deployment Readiness• IA Family Connection: Whether this

is your first or 21st experience with de-ployments or Individual Augmentees, joinothers andmeet with spouses of deployedservice members. Share your knowledgeof how to thrive during this experience.Thurs., Sept. 12, noon to 1 p.m.

Exceptional Family Member• General information: 982-2646.• Sensory-Friendly Movie: 1:30 p.m.

doors open, movie 2 to 4 p.m., Sat., Sept.14, NeedhamTheater, Port Hueneme. Allthe lights will stay on and the sound willbe lowered to respect the differing sensesof all children with special needs. All wel-come! Information: 982-2656.• EFM Overview: The Exceptional

FamilyMember Program (EFMP) servesmilitary families with special needs, in-cluding medical, dental, mental health,developmental or educational issues. Theprogram ensures families are assigned toareas where they can access necessary re-sources. Mon., Sept. 9, 10 a.m. to noon.• EFMPPoint of Contact Training: As-

sist each command in developing missionreadiness for Sailors who support a lovedone with special needs. Tues., Sept. 10, 10a.m. to noon.• EFMP Special Needs Network: Get

together with other EFMP members toshare information and support. Wed.,Sept. 11, 10 a.m. to noon.

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Help when you need it.The Fleet & FamilySupport Center

Relocation Assistance• General information: 982-3726.• Welcome Aboard: For incoming

service members and their family.Receive information on military andcommunity resources on and nearNBVC. Wed., Sept. 11, 10 to 11:30a.m., Point Mugu.• Smooth Move: Make your PCS

move easy, simple, smooth. Learnabout your entitlements from the ex-perts. Wed., Sept. 11, 1 to 3:30p.m.

New Parent Support• Boot Camp for New Dads: Get

real answers to real concerns fromthe other dads. Thurs., Sept. 12, 6 to8 p.m.• Breastfeeding 101: Learn about

making milk, latch, position andcommunity resources available.Thurs., Sept. 12, 6 to 8 p.m.

• New Mamas Support Circle: Forexpecting mamas and mamas withbabies 0–15 months old. Informa-tion, education and support. Wednes-days, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Noregistration needed. Just stop in!• Toddler Playgroup: Hands-on

developmental activities for toddlers18 months to 4 years and caregivers.Promote socialization skills and mo-tor development. Thursdays, 10 to11 a.m., Midway Estates.

Life Skills• General information: 982-3102.• Teen Parenting: 4-part Thursday

series. Learn how to communicate ef-fectively with your teen. Sept. 5-26,3:30 to 5 p.m.• Couples Communication: 3-part

Monday series. Get focused on thesolution to strengthen your communi-cation and your connection as youjuggle deployment, money matters,intimacy, parenting and all that makeus a relationship. Sept. 9-23, 4 to 5p.m.• 1-2-3 Magic: 3-part Wednesday

series. Learn easy and effective waysto stop your child’s undesirable behav-

iors in seconds. Sept. 9-23, 5 to 6:30p.m.• Stress Management: 4-part Tues-

day series. Discuss and practice stress-reduction techniques with a focus onyour choice of work, home or person-al issues. Sept. 10 through Oct. 1, 1 to3 p.m.• Stress 101: Learn to tackle stress

and build your stress stamina. De-velop the skills and tools to more ef-fectively manager your response tostressors. Thurs., Sept. 19, 9 to 10a.m.• The 5 Love Languages: Learn the

secret to creating a loving relationshipthat will last a lifetime! Mon., Sept.30, 5 to 8 p.m.

Sexual Assault Preventionand Response (SAPR)

• Contact the Sexual Assault ResponseCoordinator at 805-982-6139 for the 2013SAPR Training Schedule or for more in-formation about the SAPR Program. Ifyou are in need of assistance, please callthe 24-Hour DoD Safe Helpline at 1-877-995-5247,

Victim Advocate Services• General information: 982-5037.• Victim advocates can conduct safety

planning; assist with obtaining emergen-cy shelter and housing; assist in obtainingprotective orders; provide information onreporting options, as well as divorce orcustody; provide information on transi-tional compensation and make referralsto community agencies. Call 982-5037 tospeak to an advocate.

Ombudsman• General information: 982-5037.

Command LiaisonThe Fleet &Family Support Center can

provide services at your location . Call theFFSC command liaison at 982-3159 oremail [email protected].

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The Tuesday, Sept. 10, Retiree TownHall meeting is a time when local re-tirees can find out what services areavailable to them at Naval Base Ven-tura County — and, if they’re willing,how they can give back.The Retired Activities Office (RAO)

at the Fleet & Family Support Centerneeds volunteers.The RAO is a pivotal link between

military retirees, local communitiesand other government and non-govern-ment agencies. It is staffed solely byvolunteers who are primarily retiredmilitary personnel.Its main objective is to assist other

retirees, their families, and survivorsof retirees.Many times, just a well-directed

phone call can help a retiree who’s hav-ing a pay issue.Or, maybe during a time of mourn-

ing, the RAO staff can provide invalu-able information on how to processdeath benefits to the surviving mem-bers — or perhaps just some comfortand understanding during a difficulttime.

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With direct oversight and support fromthe Fleet & Family Support Center(FFSC), all the tools are in place makesure the 4,600 retirees in the area — plusanother 1,000 surviving spouses — getwhat they need from the RAO.No experience is required, and a current

RAO volunteer will oversee the orienta-tion and training while covering operatingprocedures and instructions. With severalchecklists already in place, the startup iseasy to navigate.Anyone who can donate an hour a week

or several hours is invited to sign up at thetown hall meeting. For more information,call 982-1023.

Operation Prepare• General information: 982-6251.

financial management• One-on-one financial counseling avail-

able. Topics include moneymanagement,home buying, car buying, retirement plan-ning and financial planning for deploy-ment. Call 989-8844 for appointment.

free food distribution• Saturdays, Sept. 21, Oct. 19, 9 a.m.

to 2 p.m., Bldg. 19, near the Pleasant

Valley Gate on NBVC Port Huenemebehind Print Shop on the loading dock.Bring a laundry basket to carry youritems. Food items vary from month tomonth. One issue per family. BringLES; income guideline statement avail-able at distribution site. Eligibility: Ac-tive duty E-6 and below or spouse; E-7with two or more dependents; or a cus-todian of a child who is a family mem-ber of active duty personnel on deploy-ment.

— For information, please call Sandy Lyle,command liaison, at 982-3159 or [email protected].

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Family and support groups atNaval Base Ventura County(NBVC) had a strong presence atthe Saturday, Aug. 24,Military &Veteran Expo in Camarillo thatdrew an estimated 1,000 veterans,active-dutymilitary personnel andtheir families.Family readiness groups from

Underwater Construction Team2 (UCT2) andNavalMobileCon-struction Battalion 4 had tablesset up, and the Chief Petty Offi-cers Association for Carrier Air-borne Early Warning Squadron(VAW) 113, the Black Eagles, hadtwo.TheNavy-Marine CorpsRelief

Society was also there, as wasFOCUS, a family support groupon base.Ben Wilson, site director for

FOCUS at NBVC, helped orga-nize the event as part of his workwith theVenturaCountyMilitaryCollaborative.

“Last year, we had 38 tables,and this yearwe had 110,”he said.

“We wanted to make sure peoplecould connect with the resources

they need sooner rather than later.Wewanted it to be a one-stop cen-ter, designed for people who don’thave a centralized place to get theservices they need.”Three rooms at the community

center on East Burnley Street inCamarillo were filled with orga-nizations giving out informationabout health care, education andjob opportunities, and several dis-playswere set up outside featuringmilitary and law enforcementequipment. A band played patri-otic tunes.Free lunches were given out to

the first 200 peoplewho registeredas current or retired military per-sonnel. Free school supplies weregiven out to their children.Wilson’s table promoted several

upcoming base events, includingthe Sept. 10 town hall meetingwith retirees and the Sept. 18 jobfair.At the two Black Eagles’ tables,

chiefs fielded questions about thesquadron’s planes, the E-2C

Hawkeyes.“People want to knowwhat we

do andwherewe’re from, and theyhave a lot of questions about the24-foot rotodome,” said ChiefLogistics Specialist Stanley Oth-uru, referring to the radar equip-ment atop theHawkeye that givesit its unique profile.TheBlackEagles also sold coins

and T-shirts emblazoned withtheir eye-catching logo.At the UCT 2 display area,

which filled up a large corner ofthe main room, divers let young-sters try on their 28-pound hel-mets.“People want to know what it

feels like to be inside,” said Build-er 2nd Class Justin Lieder.DebbieMcConnell chuckled as

her 11-year-old son, Connor, gotthat experience.“We came to seewhatwas being

offered,” she said, adding that herhusband, John, is a constructionmechanic-rated Seabee. “It’s fam-ily time.”

Family groups offer demos at Military & Veteran Expo

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Underwater Construction Team 2’s Family Readiness Group had diversbring gear for visitors to try at the Military & Veteran Expo in CamarilloSaturday, Aug. 24. Here, BU2 Justin Lieder watches as BU2 KhiaroPromise supports the 28-pound helmet on Connor McConnell, 11.Connor’s dad is CM2 John McConnell with Naval Construction Group 1.

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By Delaney RodriguezNSWC PHD

OnAug. 20, Naval SurfaceWarfare Center, Port HuenemeDivision (NSWC PHD), hosted Naval SurfaceWarfare Cen-ter (NSWC) and Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC)Technical Director DonaldMcCormack, and NSWCDepu-ty Technical Director Chris Heier for an in-depth look at thecommand’s latest engineering and logistics projects.The two-day visit began with briefs from five departments,

followed by a visit to the command’s Aegis 24/7 Lab, wheresurface ship combat and weapon system experts provideround-the-clock fleet support through secured networks.Mc-Cormack also received a tour of the Navy’s only remotelycontrolled Self Defense Test Ship, a testing platform for ad-vanced weapon technology.The following day, the workforce had an opportunity to

hear directly from McCormack during the command’s allhands and awards ceremony.McCormack congratulated thoseattending on their contributions to the warfighter, assertingthat PHD is “the model in fleet support.”McCormack remained on stage with Capt. Burt Espe,

NSWC PHD commanding officer, and Timothy J. Troske,NSWC PHD technical director, to hand out awards for ex-emplary work and outstanding technical achievements.

Technical directors tour test ship

Photo by EsthEla McKEnziE / nsWc PhD

The leadership of the Naval Surface Warfare Center, PortHueneme Division, poses with Naval Surface Warfare Center(NSWC) and Naval Undersea Warfare Center Technical DirectorDonald McCormack and NSWC Deputy Technical Director ChrisHeier before an Aug. 20 tour of the Self Defense Test Ship.

The deadline to register for thisyear’s Flag Football League isMonday, Sept. 16.Child and Youth Programs is

coordinating the program foryoungsters 4 to 12 years old.The season includes six games

— five on Saturdays and one on aweeknight—and aweekly practicescheduled by the coach.Gameswilltake place at the sports complexfield outside the BeehiveGym,Na-

val Base Ventura County (NBVC)Port Hueneme.Team members will receive an

NFL-style jersey. Playersmaywearcleats, although they’re notmanda-tory. No metal spikes are allowed,and mouth guards are required.Divisions are broken down by

age group. Children 4 and 5 yearsold are rookies; 6- and 7-year-oldsare inDivision 1; 8- to 12-year-oldsare in Division 2, with a Division

3 made up of 10- to 12-year-oldspending enrollment.Cost of the program is $50 for

children of active duty militarypersonnel and $55 for children ofDepartment of Defense civilians.Volunteer coaches are needed. A

coaches meeting will be held at 6p.m.Wednesday, Sept. 25, at 6 p.m.at the Camarillo Youth Center intheCatalinaHeightsmilitary hous-ing complex.

Flag football registration continues

Winter hours go into effectTuesday, Sept. 10, at the aquat-ic centers at Naval Base Ven-tura County (NBVC).At the Seabreeze Aquatic

Center, NBVC Port Hueneme,the new hours will be 6 to 7:30a.m. Monday through Friday,

11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Mondaythrough Wednesday and noonto 1 p.m. Thursday and Friday.The pool will also be open forswim team practice and lapswimming only from 4:30 to6:30 p.m. Monday through Fri-day.

At the Point Mugu AquaticCenter, NBVC Point Mugu, thenew hours will be 6:30 to 8 a.m.Monday through Friday and 11a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday andWednesday and 11:30 to 1 p.m.Tuesday, Thursday and Fri-day.

Pools switch to winter hours Sept. 10

The taekwondo program forchildren and teenagers at NavalBase Ventura County has beenexpanded.Beginner and intermediate

classes are now offered for 45minutes three days a week at both

NBVC Port Hueneme and NBVCPoint Mugu. Classes are $70 amonth.In addition, a beginner class is

being offered at the CamarilloCYP, located in the CatalinaHeights military housing com-

plex. That 45-minute class is twodays a week and costs $60 amonth.For times and to register for

September classes, call the NBVCCYP at 982-5460 or email [email protected].

Youth taekwondo program expands

Nearly 50 youngsterstook part in this year’sbasketball program runby Child & Youth Pro-grams (CYP).The season ended Fri-

day, Aug. 23, with all sixteams playing in the Bee-hive Gym, Naval BaseVentura County (NBVC)Port Hueneme.More than 20 parents

volunteered during theseason, serving as coach-es, assistant coaches andteam parents.Bill Horstick, a civil-

ian employee at the Cen-ter for Seabees and Fa-cilities Engineering atNBVC Port Hueneme,

volunteered in Division3, made up of 10- and12-year-olds.

Horstick said he fo-cused on basketball fun-daments, teamwork and

court awareness. “Atthis level fundaments areessential,” he said. “Thiswas a great group ofkids. They soaked up ev-erything we taught themlike little sponges.“You could actually

see them improving ev-ery game!”Greg Murray, who co-

ordinated the basketballprogram for CYP,agreed.“We had a lot of 4-

and 5-year-olds, a lot offirst-timers,” he said.“We also had a lot ofgood volunteer coaches.I could see the differencefrom start to finish.”

Basketball season ends for 50 youngsters

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Youngsters in the Child and Youth Programs’ summerbasketball program wrap up their season during finalgames Friday, Aug. 16.

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career positions for military spouses, saidKelly Coughlan, a work and family lifeconsultant who is coordinating the eventfor the Fleet & Family Support Center.The career fair runs from 9 a.m. to 1

p.m. at Duke’s, 1467 23rd Ave., betweenHarris Street and Pacific Road.In addition, several schools will attend

so they can provide information aboutdegree programs.A list of the businesses and colleges

that have signed up to attend is on Face-book at www.facebook.com/FFSC.NBVC and on the FFSC community jobpostings site, http://nbvcffscjobresources.wordpress.com.“We are really fortunate that we have

no shortage of employers who want tobe involved in this career fair and whohave openings,” Coughlan said.

Even the jobs outlook in the federalgovernment is looking up, she added.“The idea that the federal government

is not hiring — well, that’s not the case,”she said. “It really is picking up, espe-cially for veterans.”Last year at this time, the national un-

employment rate among veterans was12.7 percent, Coughlan said. Today, it’s6.3 percent.The picture isn’t as rosy for military

spouses, who still face a 10 percent un-employment rate.“I moved three times in three years,”

said Coughlan, who’s married to a Seabeediver. “It’s tough for military spouses.It’s hard to build a career if you have tomove like that. I’ve been lucky, becauseI have skills that are transferable.”The FFSC recently revamped its spouse

employment class to emphasize “employ-ment on wheels,” focusing on the most

transferable skills and educating spouseson the careers that are the most mo-bile.

Coughlan said 26 of 50 states havesigned on to a program that allows rec-ognition of out-of-state certification ofmilitary spouses in certain career fields,such as teaching, health services and fi-nance. California, however, is not one ofthose states.The military has also made huge strides

in preparing active-duty personnel forcivilian careers, Coughlan said. Transi-tion programs are now mandatory, andthere is a separate track for those whowant to pursue higher education. Theclasses are being taken one to two yearsout, andmany are taking themmore thanonce.The bottom line, Coughlan said, is that

more and more people are seeing themilitary as the perfect job-training site.“A lot of folks doing the hiring these

days view the military as a positive ex-perience,” Coughlan said.

he got a crew together.“We always want to help out the team,”

said Air Traffic Controller 1st Class Tan-isha Williams. “You help every momentyou can.”As Master at Arms 1st Class Dennis

Lang used spray paint to give the basket-ball hoops a fresh coat of orange, Boat-swain’sMate 2ndClassGustavo Benavides

and Culinary Specialist 1st Class TimothyMarquis used a smart phone to get thecorrect dimensions for the backboardmarkings off Google, then created the 18-by-24-inch stencil.Other Sailors tidied up earlier stencil

work throughout the school, which boasts“street signs” on walls with names like“Respect Road” and “Fairness Fairway.”Campos said that if Parsons needsmore

help during the year, all she has to do iscall.

“We’ll probably come back if she hasmore projects,” he said.

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Jobs being offered by companies attending Career Fair

A career fair preparation class isbeing taught by the Fleet & FamilySupport Center (FFSC) staff from 1to 3 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 11, at theFFSC, Naval Base Ventura County,Point Mugu.The class is free.Topics include answering tough

interview questions, writing the per-fect resume, appropriate attire andwhat to bring to the career fair.Formore information, call 805-982-

5037. Registration is not required.

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BU2 Sherri Batson of Naval Base Ventura County uses a stencil to paint hopscotchmarkings on the Bard Elementary School playground.

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Friday, September 67pm: Fast and Furious 6 PG13

Saturday, September 72pm: Monsters University G4pm: After Earth PG137pm: This is the End PG13

Sunday, September 82pm: Epic PG4pm: The Internship PG13

Friday, September 137pm: White House Down PG13

Saturday, September 142pm: Epic PG4pm: The Internship PG137pm: The Purge R

Sunday, September 152pm: Monsters University G4pm: Fast and Furious 6 PG13

All base movies are FREE. Authorized patrons include active duty and dependents, reservists, retirees, and DoD civilians.Listings are subject to change without notice. For up-to-date movie listings, please call the MWR Movie Line at (805) 982-5002.

September 5 - September 15, 2013

Thursday, September 57pm: R.I.P.D. PG13

Friday, September 67pm: The Wolverine PG139:30pm: Red 2 PG13

Saturday, September 72pm: Turbo PG5pm: Red 2 PG138pm: The Conjuring R

Sunday, September 82pm: Turbo PG5pm: R.I.P.D. PG13

Thursday, September 127pm: Red 2 PG13

Friday, September 137pm: R.I.P.D. PG139pm: 2 Guns R

Saturday, September 142pm: The Smurfs 2 (Sensory Friendly) PG5pm: R.I.P.D. PG138pm: Red 2 PG13

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VCS335702

Older CostumeJewelry Wantedand Older Items.* CASH PAID *Lynell 805-794-3590

VCS335156

WANTED: Swords, Japanese& Civil War, German

daggers, antique weapons,military. CASH. All Asian

Antiques Chinese/Japanese.(818)992-4803 VCS335003

ALL MAJOR APPL*Save Money & Time*FREE Service Call w/repair

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MAYTAG D/WMaytag above Stove

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Desirable Garden ofGethsemane location.

Plott 777, E and F. Value$7,100/ea, Offered at$6,500/ea. 805-491-2859

VCS335700

PIERCE BROTHERSVALLEY OAKS

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information call805-278-0114 VCS335711

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and more, local mfrshowroom factory direct

sectionals sized by the inchwith your measurements.

Hard to fit spaces ourspecialty. Best prices,

quality & selection.Sectionals from $799.

805-302-2138 VCS335185

Solid Oak tbl w/leaf, 6 chairs,$400 , dark wood tbl,66 x 42, 4 chairs & bench$300/obo 805-484-9055VCS334660

WOOD FRAME (OAK)Twin Bed, 4 Drawers below.

$75. 805-482-9366VCS335067

Sale*Sale*SalePower Chairs - 3 to choosefrom, new condition, MSRP

$3,675, SAC $995/each.

Scooters - large 3 & 4 wheelscooters, new condition,

MSRP $3,675, SAC from $995

GoGo TransportableScooters - new condition,3 to choose from, MSRP$1,475, SAC from $695.

6 Foot Aluminum FoldingRamps - 1200 lb capacity,weighs only 32 lbs, still inbox, MSRP $525, SAC $325.

CASH ONLYRMC MEDICAL

Buy • Sell • Rent • Repair

805-647-1777VCS335381

ARTIFICIAL TURF1,740sf Avail $1.25/sf.

805-495-9610 VCS335306

CATS CRADLE Thrift ShopOpen Wed. thru Sun 11a-6pClothes, jewelry, books/etc.

4160 Market #11, Vta.805-642-4228 VCS335371

Conference Chairs - 300 w/gray upholstery, stacking,

top quality. 18 w/ cart $150 or$8 @.Tablecloths @ $3. Cashonly - u load & haul. Puentede Vida Church, 203 S 8th,

SP. Voice message805-525-0900 or email

[email protected] see. VCS335670

Rayne (Infinity 2000)Water ConditioningSystem, fairly new, $997.1 custom made lrg woodendog house $15, good cond.805-491-0709 VCS334942

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green and tan, 84 and 3/8inches wide, 48 3/8 inches

deep, 95 inches high, asking$200/firm. Like new, CAM.805-987-5017 VCS335676

Small Player Piano andRolls, good condition, $600.

805-484-9666VCS335342

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can deliver, worth $5950,will sell $1950. Call

818-785-9043 VCS335240

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RDO Equipment Co. is looking for talented and ambitious people whothrive on working in a team-oriented culture.

Resident Field Heavy Equipment Service Technician-VenturaCounty, CA - This individual will operate a mobile service vehicle &

travel to customer locations to perform in-field, machinerydiagnostics & repairs as required. These repairs will consist of, butare not limited to, complete component removal, disassembly, &reconditioning,following prescribed technical manual procedures.

This individual must be able to perform quality work as efficiently andprofitably as possible, work overtime and weekends on occasion.

We are a proud John Deere Agriculture and Construction; Vermeerand Topcon Equipment dealer group with

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VCS335680

Healthcare

*Food Service Worker I

Overview:Ojai Valley Community Hospital an affiliate ofCommunity Memorial Hospital is a non-profit,

community-based acute care facility dedicated to servingthe 35,000 plus residents of the Ojai Valley.

Our 103-bed facility, which includes a continuing carecenter, is fully accredited by Det Norske Veritas (DNV),

and licensed by the California Department of HealthServices. In addition we also operate a primary care

clinic in the Ojai Valley -- The Oak View Family PracticeClinic and the Keeler Center for the study of Headache.

We provide inpatient, outpatient, and skilled nursingservices for mostly primary and secondary care needs. In

addition we operate a 24-hour standbyemergency room facility.

Our staff is committed to providing exceptional care andcomfort to each patient within our facility. Our highlytrained staff of physicians, nurses, management, and

volunteers work closely together to ensurethe best in health care services.

Ojai Valley Community Hospital offers excellentbenefits, such as Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and AD&D

insurance. We also offer a comprehensive Retirementplan, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, and a

variety of other great benefits.

If you are interested in joining teams that meld qualitycare and compassion to create an environment of

excellence, please take a moment to discover more aboutwhat it’s like to work at Community

Memorial Health System.

CMHS is an EOE/AA Employer

Responsibilities:2 On-Call Position Available

Assist in tray-line, dishwashing, foodpreparation and cooking.

Qualifications:REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

•High school Diploma or Equivalent Required.•Ability to read, write and speak English. Knowledge of

batch cooking.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:•1 year experience in hospital food service and/or

restaurant kitchen environment•Food Safe Certification or obtain certification within 1

year of employment

A Private

Foundation HasRescued DogsFor Adoption

Sailor7yr old male

Poodle-x 40lbs

PeeWee7yr old male

Jack/Chi-x 15lbs

Poppy9 month old female

Poodle-x 15lbs

Sadie2yrs old femalePoodle-x 15lbs

Maribel5 month old female

Bassett/Beagle-x 32lbs

Cinnamon9 year old femaleChihuahua-x 12lbs

Gizmo7 year old male

Corgi-x 17lbs

Merlin5 yr old malePoodle-x 25lbs

Visit our websitefor pics

samsimonfoundation.org

or call(310)457-5898VCS334901

Bogart a medium mix breed,tan, with a great personality,

playful. All around agreat dog. 805-798-4878

VCS335284

Cat’s & Kittens $125.00!Sat & Sun 11-5 @ PetCo/Vta& PH, 4160 Market & Donlon

805-485-8811 VCS335370

FRENCH BULLDOG Pups11 wks, AKC, 3 males,

brindle w/white, $1,500,661-477-3423 VCS335063

* * * * KITTENS * * * *Smokey Gray Russian

Blue, Black, Black &White. 805-625-0471

VCS335505

Lhasa Apso Terrier mixmale, extra friendly, short or

med. wavey brwn fur $150negotiable 805-486-8383 ext:0

Ask for Norman, 10a-10p.VCS334967

MALTESE, Male, 4 yearsold, healthy, white, goodpersonality. Paid $600,

sacrifice for $200. Lve Msg805-658-2180 VCS335455

MINIATURE DACHSHUNDAKC, chocolate & tan, $500.

www.dawsondachshunds.web.com805-482-5043 or 805-603-0893

VCS335570

PITBULL named “Blue”female, good with other

dogs, very athletic.805-798-4878 VCS335037

Red Nose Pitbull “Minnie”found as a pup in a restau-rant parking, loves people,super joyous high energy,great for outdoors.S.P.A.R.C. 805-784-4878VCS335039

Volunteers NeededWith Retail Experience.

Cats Cradle Rescue ThriftShop. Wed thru Sun 11a-5p805-642-4228 VCS334937

Horse BoardingPrivate Ranch inNewbury Park.$320/mo and up.

805-498-0406VCS335588

AUTOBODYPAINTERS HELPER

Pay based on experience.Call Chuck at 805-374-9445

VCS335204

Loan ProcessorBrokerage exp req’d.Busy WLV office. Sal,bonus & benefits Fax

resume to805-496-4533 or email

[email protected]

VCS335386

P/T Position available formotivated individual;

Established internationalbroker in Westlake

Village; 30 hours perweek; English/Spanish

fluency preferred;computer literate with

knowledge of Excel andQuickBooks helpful;

inquire during businesshours @ 818-879-5191

VCS335499

VENTURATOYOTA

WE’REEXPANDING!

The following positionsare available:

•Experienced Service LineTechnicians

•Service Lot porters•Service Advisors

Faced paced, positiveworking environment.Join our winning team

today! Apply to:[email protected] or

in person: 6360 AutoCenter Drive, Ventura.No phone calls please.

VCS335646

NOW HIRING!BAKERS

Motivated idividualsw/ great attitude at

the New FrenchBakery, a div.of

Starbucks Coffee.Night Shift, Big pro-duction, must work

weekends. Good Pay& Benefits. Apply at

4231 TransportVentura CA 93003

COMPUTERS...Sr. Software Engrs in SimiValley, CA. Dsgn, dvlp, im-plement, & test s/w apps forClarifyCRM systems. Dsgnsys architecture & preparetech dsgn docs. Reqs:Bachelor’s + 5 yrs exp. Ap-ply: Xavient InformationSystems, Inc., Attn: S. Pre-sutto, Job ID# SSE3, 2125 N.Madera Rd., Suite B, SimiValley, CA 93065. Work as-signments of a few monthsto a few years in variousunanticipated U.S. locations

VCS335436

ConstructionExp’d Estimator for

Commercial &Public Works

Roofing ContractorJob Description:

•Prepare project take-offs from blue prints,architectural plans andspecifications•Prepare projectsubmittals

•Measure roofs, be ableto climb up/down ladders•Complete project Close-out documents•Manage job from startto finish

Qualifications:•10 years roofingexperience

•3 years estimatingexperience

•Strong communicationskills•Valid California DrivingLicense•Pre-employment drugtest, physical & DOJbackground check

Benefits:•Salary depends onexperience

•Health, Dental & Life•Employee Ownership•401K•Paid vacation & sickleave•Located in VenturaCounty

Send resume to:[email protected] in resume

manufacturer’s & roofingsystem experience,salary expectations.

VCS335641

Customer Service Managerfor a wood door & win-dow co’s sales office inCamarillo, CA. This per-son will oversee thebranch’s day-to-day op-erations. The indiv willbe responsible for sched-uling all service, shipping& delivery of products. 2yrs exp providing qualitycustomer svc, 2 yrs ofsupvr exp, 2 yrs of exp inconst/woodworking ind.Proficient w/ Microsoft &other software. Windowind knowledge is benefi-cial. Send cover letter &resume to: [email protected] or fax to:805-484-9052. A drug & to-bacco free workplace.Verifiable SS # is req’d.EOE VCS335236

PARTS COUNTER/WAREHOUSE

Const equip dealer.Looking for reliable,motivated, person.

Responsible for UPSshipments, warehouse

duties and training at theparts counter. Must workwell w/people, good phone

skills. Must have cleanDMV with print out.

Must pass drug screen.1930 E. Lockwood, Oxn

VCS335329

EARLY CHILDHOODEDUCATIONTECHNICIAN

$3,277.79 - $4,087.64 MOF/T pos EC Prog w/Vta

Co Ofc of Ed, 12 mo workyr; HS, exp proj coor,

data bases, spread sheets& graphics , 2 yr soc proj& services Appl/job descHR, 5189 Verdugo Way,

Cam (805)383-1913 orapply at www.edjoin.org

EOE.DEADLINE: Open Until Filled

VCS335065

Human Resources

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS &SAFETY SPECIALIST$14.13-$21.13/hr.

Handle health ins. benefits ad-ministration for current & newemployees; Lead rep. for work-er’s comp. claims & safetymatters. Reqr’s min HS grador equiv. Min 3 yrs paid workexp in highly responsible HRspecialist, benefits specialist,or HR generalist capacity. Re-lated degree/cert. & bilingualpref. 35hrs/wk. Apply by9/6/13. CDR, 221 E. VenturaBlvd. Oxnard 805-485-7878.EEOE. VCS335642

S L P ALeading Early

Intervention Program inVentura Co. looking for

Bilingual SpeechLanguage Pathologist

Assistant. Hiring bonus.Training provided. Full

benefits. Fax(805) 830 -1777

VCS334918

Warehouse

WAREHOUSE SPECIALIST$10.88-$16.23/hr.

HS grad or equiv. Min 2 yrs re-cent exp. in a highly respon-sible shipping, receiving, andwarehouse operations positionincl. inventory mgt. Ability tosafely lift and move itemsweighing up to 40lbs. Autow/ins. CA DL. Good drivingrecord. Must submit 10 year(H-6) DMV driving record withapplication. Apply by 9/6/13.CDR, 221 E. Ventura Blvd.,Oxnard. (805) 485-7878. EEOEVCS335587

COUNSELORS/THERAPISTS

Rader Programs,nation’s leading provider

of eating disorderstreatment, seeks FT &

PT, Counselors. Oxnard,CA. Masters or Master’s

w/ License.Fax: (818) 880-3750 or

[email protected] online: http://www.

raderprograms.comVCS335547

INTERVIEWING PREPCOOKS NOW!!!

Prep Cook•Cooks•Dishwashers

FT, PT & Weekend & positionsavailable Prep Cooks & Dish-washers (F) 818-880-3750

Attn: Christa(O) 818-880-3755 x 211


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of eating disorderstreatment, seeks FT &

PT, Counselors. Oxnard,CA. Masters or Master’s

w/ License.Fax: (818) 880-3750 or


raderprograms.comVCS335130

INTERVIEWING PREPCOOKS NOW!!!

Prep Cook•Cooks•Dishwashers

FT, PT & Weekend & positionsavailable Prep Cooks & Dish-washers (F) 818-880-3750

Attn: Christa(O) 818-880-3755 x 211


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Perfect Opportunity to JoinAmerica’s Most Iconic

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Do you have what it takes to bea part of the biggest changes

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If you are an experienced lead-er committed to providing yourguests an excellent product &excellent service, we wouldlove to speak with you!

We need you to have:•3-5 yrs of management

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Does this describe you?Send your resume to

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Specializing in: Acura• Honda • Nissan • Toyota

The Independent Shopof Choice.....

37 Taylor Ct., T.Oaks805-373-9895VCS335187

Cabinet RefacingHighest quality workmanship

& materials. 35 years exp.Call now for free estimate +a great job at a great price!

805-527-2631Lic#341411 VCS335237

SIGNATURE FINISHCARPENTRY, INC

• Moldings • Doors• Cabinets • Hardware

SignatureFinishInc.com

805-558-0551Bonded•Insured•LicensedLic#948934 VCS335705

Lee’s MaintenancePowerful Truck MountCarpet Steam Cleaning

Upholstery / Rugs*3 Rooms...$60*Pet odor/Scotch guard*Tile grout clean/Polish*Floor strip/ Wax*Complete House clean

805-987-3071 VCS334991

CARPET REPAIR,CLEANING &

REINSTALLATION• Stretching • Patches

• Carpet to TileCarpet Rescue805-483-0899

(Lic #787080) VCS335188

On-Site Computer RepairService for home and

businesses. Apple and PC.Repairs, Service, Virusand Spyware removal,

New PC Setups, iPhonesetc. 15 yrs exp.

Local, call for appt:805-443-0900 VCS335353

AG&R Masonry& Concrete

Block Walls BBQ StampedConcrete Brick & Stone

Retaining Walls Driveways& Patios Small Jobs OK.

Free Estimates.Tony 805-231-5574

Lic#908763 VCS335442

CLARK & SONSCONCRETE

•Driveway/RV Pad•Patios•Pool Decks •Sidewalks

No Job Too Small

805-583-0480LIC#408242 VCS335335

Escobar ConcreteReasonable rates,No job too small.

patios, block/retainingwalls, brick, stucco, pavers

tile, driveways stamp,foundations, sea walls.

Bobby 805-607-1387Robert 805-890-2198

Lic #819035 VCS334426

V & A ConstructionWe specialize in

•Roofing•Dry Rot •Repair•Stucco• Painting• Dry wall•Plumbing•Bathrooms•

Kitchens• Room Additions& more

Fully InsuredAll Work Guaranteed

805-491-3286Ask for Victor or AaronLic # 905329 VCS335663

ALL-PHASEDRYWALL

“No Job Too Small”All Your Drywall Needs!40+ Years Experience

Competitive Rates805-701-3108 Lic #955634

VCS335673

AROUND TOWNELECTRICBEST VALUE!

Since 1981Experienced ContractorGreg & Steve Mendonca

Specializing in ResidentialJobs & Repairs atReasonable Rates.No Job Too Small

805-988-0636Lic #407590 VCS334425

JEFF WARDELECTRIC*LED Lighting*Remodels

*Trouble Shooting *Free Est.

805-648-3184Ins/Lic#648300 VCS335318

HARRISHARDWOODFLOORING37 Year Veteran

Master CraftsmanshipSales and Installation

Refinishing and Repairs805-654-0969

Greg Lic 643309 VCS334424

HANDIEST MENTwo Brothers

Combined 50 Years Exp.Electrical, Plumbing, Tile,Drywall, Texture, Paint,

Stucco, Carpentry.Mark 805-236-2143

Insured VCS335190

JJ’S GARDENINGLandscaping • GeneralCleanups • Haul Trash •Sodding & Seeding • TreePlanting and Pruning •

Stump Removal.Good Prices!

* FREE Estimates *805-760-2204 ; 805-986-0370Lic#1119461 VCS335332

PERMAGREENIntensive Lawn Care

Complete landscape.Mow & Edge

Specials!Sprinkler/Lawn install.

Stamped Concrete,DrivewayTree Removal & Pruning

or Planting. Demo & Haul.FREE ESTIMATES!

805-630-9252Lic# 842019 VCS335183

Tony’s LandscapingYard Maintenance

Specialing in clean-ups,Irrigation System, Tree

Trimmiing & Pruning•Low Rates• Free Est.•

Lic # 00098280Tony Juarez C:805-760-1460

VCS335022

Tony’s LandscapingYard Maintenance

Specializing in Clean-ups,Irrigation System,

Tree Trimming & Pruning•Low Rates• Free Est.•

Lic # 00098280Tony Juarez C:805-760-1460

VCS335023

PARAMOUNTHeating,Plumbing,ElectricalPainting, Drywall, Stucco,

Carpentry, Windows, Doors,Landscaping & Hauling.

FREE Est & Sr. DiscountsNo Job Too Small!

Richard 805-815-8745Lic#086358 VCS335002

BROTHER’SHAULING

Any HandymanJob• Trash/Yard

Clean-up• GarageClean-up• Chain

Saw jobs •Concrete& Dirt Removal

We Haul AnythingFree Estimates

(805)405-7909VCS334995

CJ HAULING* Real Estate Clean Up

* Jacuzzi Removal* Yard & Garage Clean Up

* Fence Removal* Concrete, Demolition

Debris & MoreFREE Estimate Anytime!

805-252-3836VCS335543

Eddie’sHauling &

Gardening SvcGarage & Yard Cleanups,Dirt & Concrete Removal,Tree Trimming Removal

Spa RemovalStump Removal

* Senior DiscountsFREE Estimates!805-758-8920

VCS334415

Maid In AmericaHousecleaning

ServicesPaul Lopez

Owner/Operator23 Years Serving the

Conejo Valley

(805)499-7259Lic/Bonded/Insured

(#08033) VCS335186

Lee’s MaintenanceProfessional

Complete CleanHouse•Store•BuildingJanitorial•Construction

Move in/outRegular/onetime

•Carpet-Truck Mounted•Windows/Blinds/Wallwash•Floor strip/wax/Tile grout•Kitchen/Bathroom clean

987-3071Service local since 1986

VCS334992

ANGELO LORENZOCustom Painting

•Residential & Commercial•Repaints•Remodel/New Construction•Stucco/DrywallAngeloLorenzoPainting.com

Call for FREE EstimateOffice 805-581-0268Cell 805-795-1528

Lic#465487/Insd VCS335509

DONE RIGHTPAINTING

Quality Since 1989Contractor.....

does his own work.Lots of Referrals!

• All work guaranteed• Residential• Full Preparation

* FREE ESTIMATES *

805-522-1698Lic/Ins #575354 VCS334999

GRAND ILLUSIONSPROFESSIONAL

PAINTINGInterior• Exterior•Custom

Drywall•Stucco•WoodRepair•Professional QualityWork All Work Guaranteed

Neat, Clean & Reliable.Senior Discounts • for FreeEst. call Tim 805-910-5833

lic# 957454 VCS335709

PAINTINGC & R WEST COAST

SERVICESComm’l & Residential

Interior & ExteriorFree Estimates!

Quality @ Reasonable Rates805-647-4900

Insured/Lic635809 VCS335355

TONY’SPAINTING

Commercial/ResidentialIntr/Ext Pressure Wash

Stucco Repair Good PrepFree Estimates Low cost

805-388-7014805-816-0645

Insured/Lic777200 VCS335292

WELL DONE PAINTING•Residential & Commercial•Acoustic Ceiling Removal•Drywall Texture•Complete Handyman Serv•Free Estimates Lic 766936

805-302-794615% Off w/AD VCS335075

American Plumbing& Electrical Repair

All Types of Repair &Service including GarbageDisposal, Drain Cleaning

Hot Water Heater, Etc..24/7 805-223-1514

VCS334986

Jordan PlumbingService Repair

& RemodelSenior Discount

805-218-5720805-498-5754

lic & bonded #459139VCS335089

MSB BUILDERS• Kitchen/Bath Remodels• Room Additions • Patios

• Windows/Doors • Painting• Decks • Fences • Concrete

All Masonry Work.FREE Estimates and

Sr. Discounts!Michael S. Brian

805.612.2359Lic#939625 VCS335599

JLG ROOFINGDBA Gils Roofing Co.

New Roof, Re-Roof,Flat Roof, WoodworkOwner on every job!

Free Estimates!All Work Guaranteed!www.JLGRoofing.com

805-816-9414Lic #885763

Insured/Workers Comp.Accepting Visa/MC/Discover

VCS335701

SCREENMACHINE

*** FREE Estimates ***Mobile -We come to you!Window ScreensRetractable Doors SpecialSliding Screen DoorsPet Screen/Pet Grilles805-530-0333 or 818-744-0184

VCS335043

BOBLETT’SSPRINKLER SVC*Repairs *Timers*Trouble Shooting*System Tune-Up*Upgrade Existing

Systems805-804-7785 VCS335416

Full tile service includingcleaning, sealing, repairs& new tile installations.805-649-9451 805-648-6577Lic #412832 VCS335243

AFFORDABLE TREESERVICE

•Trimming•Removal•Stumps •Firewood

Free Estimates, PaymentOptions Avail. 20 Yrs Exp.

24 Hr Emergency Svc805-532-1710

licd & insured VCS335331

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Contractors

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Flooring

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Painting

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PRODUCTION WORKERSAmeron, a manufacturer of Concrete Lighting Poles, hasimmediate openings for Production Workers on the night

shift. The starting wage is $14.08 per hour + shiftdifferential. We are seeking safety conscious individualswith mechanical ability that are able to follow verbal andwritten instructions. Drug screening required. Must havea valid driver’s license and high school diploma or GED.May require some heavy lifting. We offer competitive

benefits including insurance, paid holidays and vacation.No phone calls accepted. Apply in person between the

hours of 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.

Ameron - Pole Products1020 B Street, Fillmore, CA 93015

Equal Opportunity EmployerVCS335496

Healthcare

*Clinic RN Supervisor - Santa Paula Clinic

Located close to the beach, just 60 miles north of LosAngeles, Community Memorial Hospital is a 242 bednon-profit, acute care facility, committed to providequality patient care in an environment that promotes

clinical excellence and innovative leadership.

We offer some of the best benefits in the industry, alongwith great career choices, training, and leadership

development. At our facility, our employees share theirenthusiasm for life as well as for helping others. As youbalance your work life with your other passions, we’re

there for you every step of the way.

CMHS offers excellent benefits, such as Medical, Dental,Vision, Life, and AD&D insurance. We also offer a

comprehensive 403(b) retirement plan, flexible spendingaccounts, paid time off, and a variety of other great

benefits.


excellence, please take a moment to discover more aboutwhat it’s like to work at Community Memorial Health

System.

Please apply online at www.cmhshealth.org

“CMHS is an EOE/AA Employer”

Responsibilities:Provides professional nursing care to Patients in supportof medical care as directed by medical staff and pursuantto objectives and policies of the hospital. Organizes andCoordinates patient care planning with other hospital dis-ciplines. Reports to the Coordinator and interfaces withFront Office and Back Office staff to assure patient flow

in the Back Office of the clinic.

Qualifications:Associate’s degree (ADN) required, BSN preferred.

Minimum of one (1) year Nursing experience is required.Medical Office, Clinic or Urgent Care experience pre-

ferred. Ability to communicate effectively both verballyand in writing. Knowledge of CPT, ICD9, DNV, StateFunded Programs, HMO and Medi-Cal are preferred.

Current CA RN License, ACLS and CPR certification re-quired. Bilingual Spanish/English is preferred. Supervi-

sion of Medical Assistants.

(1) Full-Time 8 Hour Day Shift (Monday thru Friday)

(1) Per Diem 12 Hour Day Shfit

Healthcare

*Clinic RN Supervisor - Santa Paula Clinic








benefits.



System.



Responsibilities:Provides professional nursing care to Patients in supportof medical care as directed by medical staff and pursuantto objectives and policies of the hospital. Organizes andCoordinates patient care planning with other hospital dis-ciplines. Reports to the Coordinator and interfaces withFront Office and Back Office staff to assure patient flow

in the Back Office of the clinic.


Minimum of one (1) year Nursing experience is required.Medical Office, Clinic or Urgent Care experience pre-

ferred. Ability to communicate effectively both verballyand in writing. Knowledge of CPT, ICD9, DNV, StateFunded Programs, HMO and Medi-Cal are preferred.

Current CA RN License, ACLS and CPR certification re-quired. Bilingual Spanish/English is preferred. Supervi-

sion of Medical Assistants.

(1) Full-Time 8 Hour Day Shift (Monday thru Friday)

(1) Per Diem 12 Hour Day Shfit

Healthcare

*Physical Therapist

Overview:Ojai Valley Community Hospital an affiliate of Commu-

nity Memorial Hospital is a non-profit, community-basedacute care facility dedicated to serving the 35,000 plus

residents of the Ojai Valley.

Our 103-bed facility, which includes a continuing carecenter, is fully accredited by Det Norske Veritas (DNV),and licensed by the California Department of Health Ser-vices. In addition we also operate a primary care clinic in

the Ojai Valley -- The Oak View Family Practice Clinicand the Keeler Center for the study of Headache.

We provide inpatient, outpatient, and skilled nursing ser-vices for mostly primary and secondary care needs. In


Our staff is committed to providing exceptional care andcomfort to each patient within our facility. Our highly

trained staff of physicians, nurses, management, and vol-unteers work closely together to ensure the best in health

care services.

Ojai Valley Community Hospital offers excellent bene-fits, such as Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and AD&D in-

surance. We also offer a comprehensive Retirementplan, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, and a va-

riety of other great benefits.

If you are interested in joining teams that meld qualitycare and compassion to create an environment of excel-

lence, please take a moment to discover more about whatit’s like to work at Community Memorial Health System.


Responsibilities:•Completes the initial evaluation, including a treatmentplan and patient goals, performs subsequent treatment,charting in the medical record, and correspondence withphysicians and appropriate medical staff as needed for

progress and discharge reports.•Provides quality patient care with all patients treated,

and adheres to the professional standardsand code of ethics.

•Supervises physical therapy assistants or aides whowork with his/her patients

•Participates in administrative and hospital programs asrequested by the Associate Director of Physical Therapy

(i.e., orientation, quality assurance, in-service, etc.).•Provides physical therapy treatments for the variety ofpatients and their physical therapy needs in the acute,

skilled nursing, and outpatient settings.

Qualifications:Required:

•Current CA Physical Therapy License•Current BLS Certification

Preferred:

•Skilled Nursing experience preferred

Finance Manager sought byAmgen. Reqs: MS plus 3years exp or BS plus 5years exp & exp prfrmngforcstng & anly of financlstmnts; Knwldg of fin,accntng, & econ cncpts;Exprt fincl mdlng (i.e. MSExcel) skills; Exp w/ bldng& maintaining cmplx Excelmdls w/ minml sprvsion;Exprtse in PwrPnt, incl au-tomated Excel lnks; & Pro-ficncy w/ entrprse-lvl dataanly tools (COGNOS, TM1,Factset, Bloomberg). JobSite: Thousand Oaks, CA.Send resume referencing#8ZKUFH to: Global Mo-bility, Amgen, Inc., OneAmgen Center Drive, Mail-stop B36-2-C, ThousandOaks, CA 91320. No phonecalls or e-mails please.Must be legally authorizedto work in the U.S. w/osponsorship. EOE.VCS335582

Healthcare

*Food Service Worker I

Overview:Ojai Valley Community Hospital an affiliate ofCommunity Memorial Hospital is a non-profit,

community-based acute care facility dedicated to servingthe 35,000 plus residents of the Ojai Valley.

Our 103-bed facility, which includes a continuing carecenter, is fully accredited by Det Norske Veritas (DNV),

and licensed by the California Department of HealthServices. In addition we also operate a primary care

clinic in the Ojai Valley -- The Oak View Family PracticeClinic and the Keeler Center for the study of Headache.

We provide inpatient, outpatient, and skilled nursingservices for mostly primary and secondary care needs. In


Our staff is committed to providing exceptional care andcomfort to each patient within our facility. Our highlytrained staff of physicians, nurses, management, and

volunteers work closely together to ensurethe best in health care services.

Ojai Valley Community Hospital offers excellentbenefits, such as Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and AD&D

insurance. We also offer a comprehensive Retirementplan, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, and a

variety of other great benefits.


excellence, please take a moment to discover more aboutwhat it’s like to work at Community

Memorial Health System.

CMHS is an EOE/AA Employer

Responsibilities:2 On-Call Position Available

Assist in tray-line, dishwashing, foodpreparation and cooking.

Qualifications:REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

•High school Diploma or Equivalent Required.•Ability to read, write and speak English. Knowledge of

batch cooking.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:•1 year experience in hospital food service and/or

restaurant kitchen environment•Food Safe Certification or obtain certification within 1

year of employment

540Help Wanted

Speech TherapistNeeded

CareMeridian specializesin transitional & longterm care for the catas-trophically ill & injured &medically-complex pa-tients in a residential set-ting. We are searchingfor a Licensed SpeechTherapist to Independent-ly Contract for assess-ments, continuum of care& patient support in theOxnard area.

Email resume [email protected] fax to 805.382.9721

VCS334490

540Help Wanted

PSI Bearings

•CNC Machinists•Lathes & Mills

•Min. 5 yrs exp.•Set-ups•Perform inspection ofparts.

•Maintain closetolerances (within .0005”).

•Understand machine toolaccuracies, fixture & tooloffsets.

•Knowledge of cutting toolfeeds, speeds, tool life.

•Follow verbal & writteninstructions

•Interpret blue prints•Experience with AS9100, 5S,Lean, & Six Sigma a plus.

If interested please applyonline at www.rexnord.comunder careers in Simi Valley,CA. Must be a US Citizen orPermanent Resident. EOE

VCS335395

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The Manager needs a passionfor dealing w/ customers &providing exceptional custom-er service, lead our team,creating a culture dedicated tothe company’s growth andsuccess & have good opera-tional skills as well as person-ality plus! Exp in quick serverestaurant mgmt is highly en-couraged.Please send your resume withsalary history to: [email protected]

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Lighthouse for Women & Chil-dren (Christian non-profit)seeking: Children’s ResourceSpecialist (FT) 2-5 yrs. childcare/ urban/homeless exp., HSDiploma, MS Office, lift 30#,Bilingual a plus.Email: [email protected] or fax(805) 385-4126 VCS335364

540Help Wanted

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Healthcare

Clinical Nutrition Manager








benefits.



System.



Responsibilities:

Directs the operations of patient food services whichincludes planning and supervision of patient food

assembly and service, scheduling, hiring, and training offood service personnel. Directs the functions of clinicalnutrition services (including nutrition assessments viacomputer charting, nutrition education, hospital weightmanagement classes, performance improvement), and

management of clinical team to ensure high qualitynutritional care is provided to patients, under the

supervision of the Director. Ensures patient satisfaction,quality care, regulatory agency compliance, and good

public relations are achieved through the safe andefficient use of resources. Assists with management ofthe department in the absence of the director and/or

other managers. Mentors new associates and learners.

Qualifications:

Registered Dietitian (Commission on DieteticRegistration). State Licensure is required. Minimum of

three (3) years management/supervisor experience isrequire (health care setting is preferred). Ability toread, analyze, and interpret common scientific and

technical journals, financial reports, and legaldocuments. Ability to respond to common inquiries orcomplaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or

members of the business community. Ability to writespeeches and articles for publication that conform toprescribed style and format. Ability to effectivelypresent information to medical staff, healthcare

professionals, top management, public groups. Must beable to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Ability to operate a standard computer, including basicuse of MS applications such as Excel, Word and

PowerPoint is required.

Healthcare

Clinical Nutrition Manager








benefits.



System.



Responsibilities:

Directs the operations of patient food services whichincludes planning and supervision of patient food

assembly and service, scheduling, hiring, and training offood service personnel. Directs the functions of clinicalnutrition services (including nutrition assessments viacomputer charting, nutrition education, hospital weightmanagement classes, performance improvement), and

management of clinical team to ensure high qualitynutritional care is provided to patients, under the

supervision of the Director. Ensures patient satisfaction,quality care, regulatory agency compliance, and good

public relations are achieved through the safe andefficient use of resources. Assists with management ofthe department in the absence of the director and/or

other managers. Mentors new associates and learners.

Qualifications:

Registered Dietitian (Commission on DieteticRegistration). State Licensure is required. Minimum of

three (3) years management/supervisor experience isrequire (health care setting is preferred). Ability toread, analyze, and interpret common scientific and

technical journals, financial reports, and legaldocuments. Ability to respond to common inquiries orcomplaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or

members of the business community. Ability to writespeeches and articles for publication that conform toprescribed style and format. Ability to effectivelypresent information to medical staff, healthcare

professionals, top management, public groups. Must beable to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Ability to operate a standard computer, including basicuse of MS applications such as Excel, Word and

PowerPoint is required.

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540Help Wanted

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RN II - Ambulatory Services








benefits.



System.



Responsibilities:Provides nursing care to all patients that come through

department. Implements the nursing process;assessment, planning, implementation of nursing plan of

care and evaluation of patient response to care. Withadvanced certification/training can also assist doctors

with GI Lab and Pain Management procedures.Provides direct leadership and guidance to allsubordinate licensed and non-licensed staff in

coordinating and delivery of healthcare and services topatients and families.


Current CA RN License and ACLS certificate required.Med/surg experience is required. GI Lab/moderatesedation experience is preferred. Must be able to

respond to call within 30 minutes.

On-Call – 8 Hour Variable Shifts - Must be able to respondto call within 30 minutes.

Healthcare

RN II - Ambulatory Services








benefits.



System.



Responsibilities:Provides nursing care to all patients that come through

department. Implements the nursing process;assessment, planning, implementation of nursing plan of

care and evaluation of patient response to care. Withadvanced certification/training can also assist doctors

with GI Lab and Pain Management procedures.Provides direct leadership and guidance to allsubordinate licensed and non-licensed staff in

coordinating and delivery of healthcare and services topatients and families.


Current CA RN License and ACLS certificate required.Med/surg experience is required. GI Lab/moderatesedation experience is preferred. Must be able to

respond to call within 30 minutes.

On-Call – 8 Hour Variable Shifts - Must be able to respondto call within 30 minutes.

Geologist. MS in Geology,1 yr logging geologistexp. Ventura Co. loc. CVto HR, Petrolog, P.O. Box7028, Ventura, CA. 93006VCS335086

EXPERIENCED CLASS“A” TRUCK DRIVERS &OWNER OPERATORSWANTED FOR LOCAL

SEASONAL HAUL.CALL YOUNGS1-800-289-1639

VCS334877

WELDERSIrwin Industries is cur-rently seeking exp’d PipeWelders for our Fabrica-tion Shop located in Ox-nard. Must have at least1-2 yrs of pipe weldingexp & be able to pass ourweld test. Competitivepay & benefits. Emailresumes [email protected] more informationabout Irwin, please checkout our website atwww.irwinindustries.com.EOE VCS334876

SALESTELEMARKETING

We don’t care what typeof work you’ve done in

the past. If you have theability & persistence,

we’ll train you to sell ourindustrial tools andsupplies. Ventura

distributor needs six newreps ASAP to make

outbound cold calls to theMarine & Truck industry.Up to $25.00/hr, Salary+Comm. M-F 7am-2:15pm.

Call Pat 805-644-7758

540Help Wanted

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P/T Park Intern($11.83-$13.69/hr)

Technical design anddrafting using AutoCAD.Details at:www.rsrpd.orgRancho Simi Rec & Park

District VCS335484

P/T Park Ranger$25.50/hr. File by 9/30/13,5pm. See www.rsrpd.orgfor details & application.Rancho Simi Rec & Park

District VCS335485

P/T Transit Van Driver($11.83-$13.69/hr)

Operate 14-pass. van;req.Class B DL & PVE.Go to:

www.rsrpd.org. Applyimmed. Rancho Simi Rec& Park Dist. VCS335105

TELEMARKETING$15.75 HR/Comm/Bonuses M-F, 7am-2:15pm.

Call Pat 805-644-7758

Rentals600-683

609ApartmentsUnfurnished

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Call for PricingVCS335021

Crossroads Investments300 Esplanade Dr Ste 580

Oxnard, CA 93036805-485-4040

NORTH OXNARD3+2 upstairs, balcony,

carport, wtr & trash pd,near 101 fwy & shops.$1500.

crossroads-investments.netVCS334930

FILLMORE Adult 55+ 1br,a/c, all utils pd, except elec.

From $795. HUD/Pet OK.805-524-4124 or 805-642-9527

VCS335293

OXNARD 1+1 Upstairs:Clean, new carpet and paint,carport parking. Available

Now! Parkview Manor Apts805-486-5523 VCS335272

Oxnard BeachChannel IslandVillage Apts

Studio $9251+1 $1,0752+1 $1,275

Spacious floor plans,heated indoor pool & spa

tennis ct & gym.

Only $500 dep!!No Application Fees

3650 Ketch Ave(805)984-5880

VCS334997

OXNARD/El Rio studio apt,opens out to lrg yrd $710 mo,

805-827-8348 VCS335226

OXNARD NORTH• 1+1, $1,075/mo

• 2+1, $1,400/mo w/garageElma 805-604-9578

VCS335265


OXNARD NORTH2+2 upstairs, carport, newcarpet and paint, wtr andtrash pd, near 101 Fwy

and shops. $1,250.Crossroads Investments

805-485-4040crossroads-investments.net

VCS335662

OXN Del CiervoApartments

1+1 $1015-$1025 BBQ area,laundry room, pool and

jacuzzi. Close to shopping.No Pets 1905 No. H St

(805)981-4341 VCS332970VCS334988

SUMMERTIMESavings & Fun

• 2 Bedroom Townhomes• Washer/Dryer included• Dogs & Cats Welcome *• Large private yards1-866-291-3218 (24/7)

Monterey Villas1018 Kelp Lane

* Restrictions ApplyVCS334926

THOUSAND OAKSCrestwood Chalets

2BR + 1BASpacious Apartments!AC, dishwasher, stove,balcony or patio! Rec

room & bbq area.Laundry room, bike racks.

Lovely grounds andsparkling pool! Please call

manager for details805-495-8698 VCS334375

T.O. SUMMER SPECIAL@ MOUNT CLEF APTS

• 1 BD, $1,200/mo• 2 BD, $1,500/mo

www.mountclef.com805-492-2022

VCS334938

VENTURA:• 2+1, $1,250/mo+$800/sec.

Vance 805-641-1776VCS335266

VENTURA COUNTYMake a Change

Tierra Vista Apts1, 2, & 3 Bedrooms

From $1,459Don’t Forget To Ask...

About Our GreatMOVE-IN SPECIAL

Open to view• Spacious floor plans• Washer/Dryer• Pet Friendly• Full kitchen appl. Pkg.• Parking Garage/CarportOpen Daily Mon-Sun 9a-6p

Call 866-799-0390VCS334923

VENTURA EAST

A CHOICE!CITRUS GLEN

1 BedroomWater & Gas paid.Call We Answer!805-647-6755

** NO Pets **VCS335341

VENTURALarge 2BR, 1.5BA, coin

laundry, garage, near VC.$1,400. 805-340-7410

VCS335564

VTA, close to schools/shpp’g,renovations on going, new

kitch/bath/carpet, 2+2, goodfor disabled & Sr’s. $1,450.805-658-7453 VCS334994


VTAHarbor View VillasLuxury Apt. Homes• Fabulous Ocean Views

• FREE Cable!333 N. Kalorama St.

805-648-1760www.gardnercompany.comHarborview apts/gardnermanagement VCS335142

617Condos/TownhomesUnfurnished

CAM 4+2.5, living rm, diningrm, huge closets, pantry,utility rm, dbl gar, rec ctr

w/spa, weight room and pool.805-482-3085 VCS335751

CAMARILLOEXQUISITELYUPGRADED

NEAR NEW 2+2central air, granite counter

tops, ceramic tile floors,crown molding, all stainless steel appliances including front loading

washer, dryer, fridge, dbloven wbuilt in microwave& priv. garage w/opener,

pool/spa, fabulous views,pets considered, $1795Keith Hanson Realty

805-981-1552VCS335206

Ventura Ave Area:3+2.5, $1,695/mo.

all new floors, newcarpet & paint, w/d hkups,

1 car gar, wtr/trash pd.805-746-0549

VCS335511

VTA 2+2 upstairs end unit,views, f/p, 1 car gar andcarport, $1,450/mo+dep.805-339-0300 VCS335271

VTA 3+2 upstairs condo,$1,650/mo. Stainless fridge,dw, microwave, stove, w/dhookups, hardwood floors,new carpet & paint, w/t/s

incl, pool/spa, shared 1 cargar, midtown, Very nice!

No Smoking, No Pets.$1,800/dep. Avail Now.

805-340-7078 VCS335665

VTA: RALSTON VILLAGECONDO 2bd+1.25ba.

$2,000/mo+utils+$2,000/dep.OAC, stove, fridge, D/W,

deck, living room, gas F/P,2 car garage, W/D hook up.Single story on the second

level. 805-487-8700VCS335299

621DuplexesUnfurnished

OXN SHORES DUNES4bd+2ba, 2 car gar, f/p.

* * * Walk to BEACH * * *$1,985/mo. 805-760-4952

VCS335446

OXN: Silverstrand Beach3+2 upstairs duplex,

bonus rm, f/p, roof deck,lndry rm, dble gar, pet

considered, $2,000.Crossroads Investments

805-485-4040crossroads-investments.net

VCS334933


Vta East 2+1.5 2 car gar,wtr & grdnr pd$1550+$1750 sec N/P/S/D805-256-5330 VCS335445

627Houses Unfurnished

CAM Leisure VillageGated Community 2+2+DR.

Golf course view, coveredpatio, 24 hr security, non

smoking. $1,745/mo.805-987-8305 VCS335396

CAM Leisure VillageGated Community 2+2+DR.

Golf course view, coveredpatio, 24 hr security, non

smoking. $1,745/mo.805-987-8305 VCS335491

CAM: MISSION OAKS3bdrm+bonus room, formalliving, dining & family room,no pets, grdng incl, close to

all amenities. $2,400/mo,deposit of 1st & last monthsrent + $315 security deposit.805-523-0293 leave message

VCS334935

MOORPARK 4BR, 2.5BA,LR, FD, FR, 2 CAR,

AVAIL. 9/1. $2,850/mo+sec.dep. Call 805-218-1937

VCS335411

Simi 3+2 washer, dryer,fridge, gardnr incl, patio &gar w/gazebo, first & secNo Pets, Chris 805-630-0324VCS335449

SIMI VALLEY 3bd+2ba,laundry room, 2 car garage,

$1,800/mo+sec. Call805-304-2261 VCS335671

Ventura Mid town 3 bdrm1 ba, dbl gar, $1875,805-320-9079 VCS335666

VTA 4bd+3.5ba,large living/family room,2 car garage, 32 Holt St.

$2,500/mo. Punam805-886-5295 VCS335683

VTA E. 3+2, f/p, hkups, dbloven, d/w, grndr, electricgar opener, 3 car driveway, fruit trees, $2100+dep805-525-2798 VCS334618

669MiscellaneousRentals

VENTURA6,000 sq. ft., $0.70/sq. ft.

Punam 805-886-5295VCS335682

677Rooms For Rent

OXNARD 1 BedroomCable, kitchen, lndry privs,No pets/smoking. $500/mo.805-248-6222 VCS335431

OXN Furnished Room, DSL& SAT, full privs, share bath,$650/mo+$350/dep, incl utils.

805-236-0276 VCS335589

OXN Master Room for Rent$650/mo + $350 dep,

utils incld, N/P805-200-1496 VCS335453

SIMI lrg rm, new carpet/paint, key lock door, cable,$740/mo+dep. share util,805-522-1265 VCS335392

SIMI Rent includes privatebath, house privileges, indoorlaundry, basic cable, garage

parking, community pool.Utilities included. Renter

pays own phone and internet.Near park, shopping, CLU,freeway. Drug free / smokefree environment. $650/mo,

$300/dep. 805 660-0139VCS335546

SIMI Room in Wood RanchHome, $600/mo incl utils,cable TV, pvt bath, N/S/P.

Kay 805-955-9935VCS334595

SIMI VALLEY: ROOM w/priv bath, exellent location,gated community towne-home w pool/jaccuzzi $700incl gar parking & util805-582-2816 VCS335451

677Rooms For Rent

VTA: Quiet House w/1 Room$600/mo+Utilities & Deposit.

Fireplace, Game Room &Koi Pond. Large Kitchen

With New Appliances. FullPrivileges Incl: SAT TV &Laundry. Avail Sept. 1st!

NO Smoking/Drugs or Pets.805-654-1276 or 310-463-2947See online ad for pics/info:vcstar.com VCS335113

VTA ROOM @ $650/mo.in 4 bedroom house w/sauna.No pets/smok’g, utils incl’d.

805-807-1437 VCS335654

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PIRULOWEST PRICED

4 bed/2 bath HOUSE

LOOKS LIKE NEW -OPENSUN 3-5p: 837 N Main St.Completely remodeled,

dbl att gar, f.p., gourmetisland in kitch, all newcountertops & carpet,

forced air heat. $249,000.

ADDISONREALTY

& property management38 years experience

Since 1975MLS #13-684265

Jeff Austin Addison

805-628-3242ADDISONREALTY.NET

VCS335448

VTA 4bd+2.5baBeautiful home in a

safe, quiet, well maintainedneighborhood. Large and

spacious, this east-end gemhas had many upgrades andrenovations including a hugeadded-on master bathroomcomplete with a jetted ovaltub, walk-in closet, stand-

alone tiled shower and more.The kitchen has brand new

appliances and granitecounter tops. Well

maintained backyardcomplete with fruit trees isperfect for entertaining andsuitable for pets. A must see

that wont last long!805-988-4114 VCS335732

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843Income Property

VENTURA DUPLEXJust Listed 2bd+1ba unitswith detached garage &

private patio near VCMC.$575,000. 805-701-0653

Jeff Roundy-BRE00512234Keller Williams Realty

VCS335452

874Wanted/Real Estate

SITE WANTED - State ofCalifornia seeking approxi-mately 5.5 acres in theVentura area for a newCalifornia Highway Patrolfacility. Boundaries:North-Telegraph Road,South-1 mile south of Hwy101, East-N. Rose Avenue,West-S. Seward Avenue.Vacant land with utilitiespreferred. Will considerproperties with existingstructures to be demol-ished and sites that arepart of a larger property.Must be easily accessibleto principal transportationartery and STAA truckroutes. Contact MaureenGeeter at (916) 375-4987 or

Maureen.Gee [email protected]

CommercialReal Estate875-893

885CommercialIndustrial Rent

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CAMARILLO

COMMERCIAL BAY1,200 - 2,400 sq ft

$0.90 sq foot/ divisibleroll up doors

Dawson & Pleasant Valley

OFFICE SPACEapprox 600-830 sq ft

2nd floor officesDawson & Pleasant Valley

$400-$550 per month

Crossroads Investments805-485-4040

crossroads-investments.netVCS334874

885CommercialIndustrial RentSIMI General Industrial625sf, 693sf, 731sf, 1,040sf,

1,100sf, 1,950sf, 2,200sf.Office & Warehouse

Easy St. & Madera - greatlocation near Walmart.

155 Easy St. Call John at805-526-5260 VCS335208

SIMI INDUSTRIAL800sf - 5000sf, with office &warehouse, roll up door,terrific location, great

terms and pricing.Mid Valley Properties

805-527-9632 Ext: 1VCS335151

VENTURAOFFICESPACE

• 2660 E. Main:Move in ready medical

offices 800 to 4750sf.

• 1445 Donlon:Modern office 1600sf.

• 2443 Portola:Executive Office 2408sf

[email protected]

Call Sandy805-402-9101

VCS334419

VTA - 2500 KNOLL DRIVE2,000 - 3,000 sqft Warehousewith office and bathrooms,large roll up doors, close

proximity to 101 fwy and hwy126. Street front and rearunits. Competitive Prices!818-636-1127 VCS334964

885CommercialIndustrial Rent

VTA INDUSTRIAL SPACE960sf - 2,125sf, with office &

warehouse, roll up door,terrific location, great

terms and pricing.Mid Valley Properties

805-527-9632 Ext:1VCS335155

887Stores/OfficesRent/Lease

AVENIDA DELOS ARBOLES

NEW HOME OF99¢ ONLY STORE

Prime Location In ThousandOaks Neighborhood Center,2 spaces Available (1,130 &2,622 SF) @ $1.20sf/ea NNN.

Call Ana (310)675-1179VCS334888

CAMARILLO RETAILSanta Rosa Plaza, 650sfto 3400 sf. David Press

(310)553-6512 VCS335707

SIMI OFFICE SPACE700sf - 1,000sf. Available.

Excellent terms & pricing.Mid Valley Properties

805-527-9632 Ext: 1VCS335153

VENTURADOWNTOWN

* * Store Front * *

677 E. Main St.900+SF, very reasonablerent, excellent location.

805-643-6412 VCS335738

887Stores/OfficesRent/Lease

Ventura ProfessionalOffice Space

$.95 per sq.ft. ($1,197 for1,260 sq.ft.) Utilities pd.@ 101 Fwy at Victoria.

Call 805-479-8284VCS335597

VTA OFFICE SPACEBeautiful units from

540sf - 4,500sf. Great terms& pricing. Now Available!

Mid Valley Properties805-527-9632 Ext: 1

VCS335154

Recreation900-945

909Boats

1985 30 footCHRIS CRAFT 281

Super clean in & out,2 Mercury engines, sleeps 6,

stove, head, shwr, fridge,radar, bait tank, GPS, 2

fish finder & much more inOxnard. Freshly painted

bottom. $10,000661-724-9240 VCS335209

909Boats

BAYLINER 1977, 27ftFishing Boat. Fresh 350

engine, bait tank, windless,gps, includes trailer,

$3,800. (DY4750).805-660-8881 VCS335117

TWO JET SKI’S1200 cc, 2000 Yamaha.

Asking $7,500.Travel Trailer included!(cf7740pm). 805-832-4847

VCS334982

Transportation950-998

962Auto Parts &Services

Hyundai Elantra GLS 2013.4K mi, Silver/Gray Int, 16”alloy wheels, AM/FM, XM,CD, MP3, Audio system w/t6 spkrs iPod/USB Bluetoothhandsfree voice. Ext warr.

avail. $16,500. (609202).805-701-3462 VCS335667

968Auto Under $1000

Need ExtraCASH?

We BuyCARS

Running or NOT!

Can’t Find ThePink Slip or

Registration?

NO PROBLEM!To Get The

BEST DEALCall Us First

24 hrs/7 days805-754-9839

VCS335181

995Wanted Vehicles

WANTED Old Race Cars,Classics, Motorcycles:

Harley, Ducati, Porsche,Jaguar, Austin Healy,

Ferrari, Corvette, MustangCamaro barracuda old

toys, auto memorabilia oneitem to entire collection.

Come to you, pay in cash.800-299-3114 or 805-495-7445

[email protected]

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