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Quarterly Activity Report 6final.pub
The Siren A PAL Quarterly Newsletter January - March 2008 I S S U E INSIDE PAL Jail ‘n’ Bail Locked Up for Kids….……...2 A Closer Look: E.J. Jackson……………..….2 PAL Supporters…………...2 Local School Shooting Continued……..….………….3 Oxnard PAL Pieces to the Puzzle………...3 PAL Dinner Auction Donor List…………….….......4 PHOTO GALLERY 6 A P R I L PAL Dinner Auction Fundraiser On Saturday, March 1, more than 200 people arrived for PAL’s inaugural Dinner Auction Fundraiser. In total, the auction raised approximately $25,000 for PAL youth services. Helping to limit expenses, volunteers at the event included past PAL members, current PAL staff and City of Oxnard Recreation Department employees. “We all wanted to give back. As employees, we see first hand the difference our programs make and we see where we could do more. Tonight was about doing more,” said PAL staff member Jason Zaragoza. Assistant Chief of Police, Bryan MacDonald, who sponsored PAL’s Youth of the Year award table. Volunteer of the Year, Debbie Estrada, with PAL Board members Marie Briggs, Sr. Officer Klopman and Sgt. Latimer. Other individuals and businesses “doing more” included, Oxnard WAL*MART (Top Sponsor), Clinicas Del Camino Real, Inc., Young Athletes for Christ (YAC) and Ventura Printing (PAL Partner Sponsors), Port Hueneme Country Inn & Suites (PAL Youth Sponsor) and former “Fulfilling the Dream”—PAL Youth march at MLK Day Celebration During the PAL Dinner Auction, Board President, Sr. Officer Ken Klopman, led a “Stand Up for Kids” bid session where attendees were encouraged to sponsor any number of PAL youth. PAL would like to send a special thanks to the following list of individuals whose support and generosity made this portion of the evening so incredibly memorable. DONORS Auction attendee Richard Marquez trumps the competition “This was our first year so we didn’t want to set a high dollar ticket price. Instead, we counted on the generosity of our sponsors, auction donors and attendees—and were very happy with how that turned out,” said Development Director, Mike Ramirez. Local School Shooting PAL staff member, Stephanie Kimberling, getting prepared for the MLK Day march. 2008 ROTARY CHAMPIONS 3rd/4th Grade Boys’ Basketball 2 0 0 8 Sgt. Randy Latimer Rick Ravanello Mayor Tom Holden Lyz Klopman Indy Batra Matt Ramos Brian “Big Bear” Davis Commander Cliff Troy Asst. Chief Mike Matlock Karen Burnham, Asst. City Mgr. Grace Hoffman, Dep. City Mgr. Charles & Cyndi Hookstra Asst. Chief Scott Whitney Det. Steven Ramirez II Rosario Magdaleno Ralph “Buddy” Cox Melissa Emery Pastor Edgar Mohorko Charles Jones John and Mary Zaragoza Debbie Estrada Chief John Crombach By now, you’ve undoubtedly heard the story more times than you care to remember. Garnering the attention and involvement of everyone from reality show TV stars to presidential candidates, the local school shooting, which took place at E.O. Green Jr. High School, has sparked some important questions. One that many involved citizens have asked is, “How can we help?” Barrack Obama said, “…we need to do more in our schools to foster tolerance and an acceptance of diversity.” Continued on page 3 PAGE 2 Last year, Oxnard PAL raised nearly $20,000 for its youth services through its inaugural Jail ‘n’ Bail fundraiser. As part of the event, 45 PAL supporters volunteered their time to be “Locked Up for Kids.” Following this theme, participants contacted friends, family and co-workers to raise “bail” for their pending “arrests.” Bail donors received a tax deduction and participants were “tortured” with 5-star rations the day of the event. send an email [email protected]. this year is to have 100 volunteers and raise $50,000 dollars—but they need your help. Expecting an extremely high “recidivism rate,” PAL’s goal To participate, contact the PAL office at (805) 385-8230 or For additional information, including event details, log on to the PAL website at www.oxnardpal.org or contact the PAL office. In July, donations for PAL’s Jail ’n’ Bail participants will be accepted online. E.J. Jackson: A Closer Look Oxnard PAL prides itself in providing a flexible work schedule for staff members working their way through college. Benefiting from this ethic is recreation staff leader, turned video program advisor, E.J. Jackson. PAL Staff Member, E.J. Jackson, filming at the 2006 National PAL Boxing Championships. In 2006, Oxnard PAL became the first organization to make amateur bouts available for viewing online. An alumnus of Cal State University Northridge, E.J. graduated in 2004 with his B.A in Electronic Media Management. “I always planned on going to college. What I didn’t plan on was becoming so attached to the kids here at PAL. I thought a lot about what I was doing and how I might use that to help,“ said E.J. Jackson. Upon graduating, E.J.’s education and desire to work with youth was an integral part THE SIREN to Businesses interested in sponsoring the event by providing food and/or goodies for event participants should contact Mike Ramirez at (805) 901-3878. PAL Supporters January - March of the formation of PAL’s video production program, Keepin’ It Reel. As part of this program, teens have the opportunity to write scripts, act, edit, and make short films. In addition to his work with youth, E.J. also films PAL events and creates promotional materials for PAL programs. “We feel very lucky to have E.J. as a part of our PAL staff. With his education and experience, there are a lot of other things that he could chose to do.” —PAL Co-Director, Terrel Harrison • General • Employee Contribution Program Lawrence & Megumi Morgia Maria Gonzalez Maureen Hooper Terrel Harrison Julie Estrada Ken Klopman Mark Norris Michael Ramirez E.J. Jackson Fia Talamaivao Camilo Stinson Debbie Estrada Gil Ramirez Sally Ramirez Diane La Douceur Sofia Balderrama Ryan Carey ISSUE 2 PAGE 3 Local School Shooting continued from page 1 With this in mind, those involved at PAL met with key officials to discuss the needs of our local youth. School psychologists were already working with individual students—and various organizations were holding vigils or marches to promot e “acceptance.” In the meantime, young people everywhere were left sorting out their feelings in c h at r o o m s , b l o gs a nd conversations with friends and classmates. To facilitate a focused discussion locally became PAL’s goal. Assisting in this goal was Emmynominated speaker Milton Creagh, Jr. PAL has sponsored the appearance of Mr. Creagh several times in the past, primarily on the topic of drugs and alcohol. This time the topic was, Acceptance: A Personal Initiative. The presentation encourages students to take a personal responsibility for the inclusion of others and the issues of bullying and diversity are addressed head on. While in Oxnard, Milton Creagh spoke to staff and students at E.O. Green Jr. High School and Channel Islands High School. Mr. Creagh also made an evening presentation at Pacifica High School, which was open to students, parents and concerned community members—at no cost. “The kids were talking and we thought it was important that we be a part of the conversation,” said co-director Terrel Harrison. “I learned a lot and I think they did, too.” “The kids were talking and we thought it Momentum Skate Competition On Saturday, March 29, Oxnard PAL and Momentum Surf Company held a skateboard competition for youth ages 7 to 19. Over 1000 people came out to support the event and exactly 378 youth participated. There was no entry fee to participate and sponsors for the event included the City of Oxnard, Momentum Surf Co. owner, Evan Caples, Flip, Plan B Skateboards, Spy, Circa, Bones, Dope St yle, DVS Shoe Company, World Riders of the Next Generation and Volcom. Local hip hop artists MC Hollow and Forgotten Science provided entertainment for the event and DJ Notiss provided music and sound. Oxnard PAL Basketball Oxnard PAL’s 3rd and 4th grade boys’ basketball team capped off a terrific season with a Rotary Tournament 1st Place trophy and a 21-19 win over returning champions Christa McAuliffe elementary school. Earlier in the year, the 3rd and 4th grade boys had suffered a tough one-point loss to Christa McAuliffe when they met in the City Recreation League Championship game. The team, coached by PAL Youth Center supervisor, Kingsley Garrick, was undefeated up to that point. Earning a birth into the SCMAF state tournament, the team advanced to the semi-finals before losing a close match to Compton. Party! Party! Party! In February and March, the PAL Youth Center hosted their annual Valentine’s Day and Easter holiday parties. Nearly 200 youth participated in the two events and those who attended had their choice of several activities being offered throughout the day. Next Siren YDC: Sacramento Experience 805 Cruizin’ Car Show & Concert PAL Youth Film Camp was important that we be a part of the conversation.” —Local School Shooting O X N A R D P O L I C E A C T I V I T I E S L E A G U E , 350 South “K” Street, Oxnard, CA 93030 Mailing address: 545 South “A” Street, Oxnard, CA 93030 P: 805-385-8230 F: 805-487-6975 W: www.oxnardpal.org I N C . Nonprofit Organization U.S. Postage PAID Oxnard, CA Permit No. 399 “Every Kid Needs A PAL” RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED Board of Directors ” Ken Klopman, President Greg Barnes, Vice-President Marie Taylor-Briggs, Secretary Charles Hookstra, Treasurer Gil Ramirez Randy Latimer Gary Amar Executive Director Terrel J. Harrison Recreation Supervisor Development Director Michael Ramirez PAGE 4 5 Star Limousine AEG Merchandise Benjamin Jewelers BG’s Coffee Shop Big Brand Tires Breakers Stereo Briggs Family, The Cabo Seafood Grill & Cantina California Police Youth Charities California Strawberry Festival Captain Jack’s Tours Casa Escobar Channel Islands Kayak Center Channel Islands Sport Fishing Courtyard by Marriott (Oxnard) Cut Co. and Vector Knives Duran Sports and Hobby Gil Ramirez THE SIREN Glamour Beauty Boutique & Salon Hook, Line & Sinker Seafood Island Packers Jersey Mike’s Sub Jon Gomez Laugh Factory, The Le Mirage Fitness & Spa for Women Majestic Ventura Theater, The Mandalay Nail & Spa Mediscan Momentum Surf Company Nostalgia Electrics Okada Chiropractic Oxnard Fire Department Oxnard PAL Boxing Police Chief, John Crombach Plaza 14 Cinemas Pro Image Pro Signatures Memorabilia Procter & Gamble Q104-7 FM Ramirez Family, The River Ridge Golf Club Ron Fischer Rose Dental Group Rusty’s Pizza Sea Landing Smooth’s Barbershop Steve Thomas BMW StorHouse Storage Center Whale’s Tail Wheel Fun Rentals Wild Card Boxing Club