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Scholarship Opportunity Available
The scholarship application process is now open for the National Latino Peace Officers Association of Ventura County (NLPOAVC) who gives out $1,000 scholarships to Ventura County high school and college students. Scholarship Application Deadline March 3, 2023. Please...
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2022 VCDSA Shoot
Join the Ventura County Deputy Sheriffs' Association for our "2022 VCDSA Shoot". This event will take place on Saturday, September 17th from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm at 1401 Aviation Dr., Camarillo, CA 93010. There will be fun and activities for everyone! Check out the flyer below for more information. Click here to register by Friday, September 2nd. We can't wait to see you there! Need...
In the news: Sheriff Bill Ayub has lost the support of rank-and-file officers
VCDSA President Nick Odenath is working 40 hour weeks to fulfill his union duties and 20 hours per week for the Ventura County Sheriff’s Department; since Sheriff Bill Ayub denied the request to make the union president a full-time job. For over three years now, Odenath has had to tap into his vacation time to meet all of his work obligations, which includes the oversight of over 1,000 members...
Letters to the editor: Backing Fryhoff; supporting Measures A & B
This letter to the editor was published in the VC Star. Rank-and-file backing Fryhoff I am the President of the Ventura County Deputy Sheriffs’ Association (VCDSA). The VCDSA represents the rank-and-file members of the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office. We, along with all the other employee labor organizations with members who work for the Sheriff’s Office, have endorsed Jim Fryhoff for Sheriff...
Letter to the editor: Voting Fryhoff for Sheriff
This letter to the editor was published in the VC Star I have concerns about Bill Ayub’s ability to lead the Sheriff’s Office, and the apparent lack of support he has from the rank-and-file deputies and police officers of local law enforcement agencies. I’m also troubled by Bill Ayub’s flippant dismissal of police officer endorsements as being coordinated by “union bosses.” I am a retired...
VCDSA ENDORSES JEFF GORELL FOR VENTURA COUNTY SUPERVISOR DISTRICT 2
Gorell’s varied experience in public service and commitment to the County of Ventura provides the voice we need to keep our community safe. The Ventura County Deputy Sheriffs' Association (VCDSA) Board of Directors is endorsing Jeff Gorell for Ventura County Supervisor District 2. Gorell has deep roots in Ventura County but also brings the valuable knowledge that comes from his wide variety of...
VCDSA ENDORSES JANICE PARVIN FOR VENTURA COUNTY SUPERVISOR
Parvin’s trusted leadership in the community and commitment to public safety makes her an asset to the County Ventura, Calif. - Without hesitation, the Ventura County Deputy Sheriffs' Association (VCDSA) Board of Directors is endorsing Moorpark Mayor Janice Parvin for Ventura County Supervisor District 4. Parvin is currently serving her sixth term as mayor and has demonstrated her prioritization...
VCDSA ENDORSES MATT JACOBS FOR CONGRESS (CA-26)
Ventura County native and former federal prosecutor, Jacobs, is prepared to lead and understands the law from a perspective that will elevate the public safety for civilians and police across CA-26 Ventura, Calif. - With almost a decade worth of experience as a federal prosecutor removing some of the world's most dangerous criminals off the streets, the Ventura County Deputy Sheriffs’...
VCDSA ENDORSES ANNE MARIE SCHUBERT FOR ATTORNEY GENERAL
On the heels of 30 years of experience as one of the nation's most respected prosecutors, Schubert is the only viable candidate for the position. District Attorney Anne Marie Schubert has the outright support of the Ventura County Deputy Sheriffs' Association as she is dignified in successfully ensuring high-profile criminals are held accountable for their crimes. For over three decades...
UPDATE ON SB 2
SB 2 creates significant changes for peace officers, but it should not give you nightmares. PORAC, David E. Mastagni, Tim Talbot, and other law enforcement stakeholders throughout California worked tirelessly to secure vital amendments. Although SB 2 will become law, our victories in the legislative process will help ensure the due process rights of officers throughout California. The above is...
VENTURA COUNTY DEPUTY SHERIFFS’ ASSOCIATION ENDORSES COMMANDER JIM FRYHOFF FOR SHERIFF
Ventura County Deputy Sheriffs’ Association endorses Commander Jim Fryhoff for Sheriff The association unanimously voted to endorse Fryhoff for Sheriff in the 2022 election to strengthen community relations, provide functional leadership with a clear mission, improve employee morale, and more. Ventura, CA (August 2, 2021) - As community members in the County of Ventura prepare for the...