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Stories of the week.
Oak Park High School earns awards and
wins solar boat competition ... Click Here
Supervisors uphold occupancy cap for Chabad.
Marie Panec memorialized.
Road work high on Oak Park agenda.
Oak Park family driven to overcome cancer.
Band jazzed about 1st place finish at festival
Oak Park Teen Named Presidential Scholar.
OPUSD Board Meeting TONIGHT at OPHS 6pm room G - 9
This Saturday at OPHS Pavilion
Sheriff Captain Frank O'Hanlon
To read his latest community message... Click Here
To view the Captain talking about Oak Park...Click Here
Mark you calendars...
What's this all about?
Shop Local is a campaign to promote all
residents to shop in Oak Park retail stores.
You should be seeing this decal in store windows in Oak Park.
These participating stores are all working together
to get all Oak Park residents to "Shop Local" .
Support your local business community. They depend on you.
The new message sign as you enter Oak Park
from Kanan has been installed.
The Lindero sign will be installed soon.
What is Ready Ventura County...Click Here to find out.
To find out what this means to you...Click Here
Memorial Interfaith Service for Marie Panec
Tuesday, May 10th at 1:00 PM
St. Maximillian Kolbe Church
5801 Kanan Road
Westlake Village, CA
Internment immediately after the Service
at Pierce Brothers Valley Oaks Memorial Park
5600 Lindero Canyon Road
Westlake Village, CA
Reception to Follow
The family is establishing a scholarship fund in memory of Marie that will be granted annually to an Oak Park USD graduate. If you would like to contribute to this fund in her memory, please make checks payable to the Community Foundation for Oak Park and write Marie Panec Scholarship in the memo section. Checks can be mailed to or dropped off at the OPUSD District Office:
Oak Park USD
5801 E. Conifer Street
Oak Park, CA 91377
Att: Marie Panec Scholarship
Last day to purchase tickets is TODAY!
To get updated on the Chabad hearing
You should be seeing this decal on store fronts in Oak Park.
These participating stores are all working together
to get all Oak park residents to "Shop Local" .
In the coming weeks look for specials and savings
on businesses in the Shop Local program.
Please support your local business community. They depend on you.
Quarterly Meeting Tuesday May 10th
OPUSD district office on Conifer 7:30pm
Friday Night the 13th
OPHS Pavilion 7pm $5
Saturday May 14th
Oak Park High School Choir presents its first annual outdoor
Music Festival "Oakchella" on Saturday, May 14, 3pm - 8pm at the OPHS football field.
Tickets will be on sale on OPHS Campus during lunch, May 9 - 11.
Presale prices are $10, $15 on the event day.
Hamburgers, hotdogs, ice-cream and snacks will be available for purchase.
OPUSD School Board
OPUSD Board Meeting May 17th at OPHS 7pm room G - 9
Oak Park defeats Oaks Christian
After a successful undefeated season and now clinching 101 Coast League Championship of 17-0, the Oak Park High School Eagles boy's varsity lacrosse team is geared for playoff mode.
For more details...
Click Here
The approved March MAC meeting minutes are available.
To read them...
Click Here
In our video library we have 4 new videos
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Spring Easter Egg Hunt Event
at Mae Boyar Video.
Video of our NEW Sheriff Captain in Oak Park.
The horseshoe pits in Oak Park.
A band playing at Mae Boyar.
NO SCHOOL Monday May 30th
Memorial Day.
If you spot graffiti in Oak Park. You now only need to make 1 call
to Oak Park Update to have it reported and removed.
Call (818) O A K - P A R K (625-7275) 24/7
The latest Garden Dirt article is available.
To read the full story...
Click Here
The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) would like to inform you about three Ventura Freeway pavement improvement projects.
When completed, the projects will provide a smoother,
Safer drive along a 45-mile stretch on US 101.
If you have questions regarding construction,
Please call the toll-free hotline at (855) 454-6335.
To view the fact sheet about this project...Click Here
May 1st 2011
New Spring Easter Egg Hunt Event
New Video of our NEW Sheriff Captain for Oak Park...Click Here
THIS MONDAY
Joint Powers Authority (JPA) Meeting
Las Virgenes and Triunfo Sanitation District
Monday May 2nd at the Library 5:00pm
To find out more information about JPA... Click Here
To view the agenda...Click Here
THIS TUESDAY
Oak Park Chabad Hearing 1:30 pm May 3rd.
This hearing is continued from 3/1/11 . The Chabad located at 5998 Conifer street in Oak Park is appealing the commissions original decision on the major modification request.
For more info contact Case Planner Andrea Ozdy from the county at (805) 654-2453
Oak Park Update will report the outcome on the home page the following day.
THIS TUESDAY
A special MAC Meeting will take place on May 3rd, 2011 at 7pm
in the Oak Park Library film and lecture room.
To read the agenda...Click Here
If you have a question or comment for the MAC but cannot attend the meeting, Oak Park Update would be happy to address the MAC with your question or concern.
Email us at info@oakparkupdate.com
THIS THURSDAY
THIS SATURDAY
This year is a tropical theme and will include the following games... Bingo, Bunko, Mahjong, Texas Hold ‘em Tournament – Professional Dealers
Silent and Live auction
After party with DJ. The evening will feature heavy Hors d’oeuvres prepared by Dole’s Award Winning Corporate Chef. Beverages including a Martini Bar as well as non-alcoholic options.
For More Details ...Click Here
Our NEW Sheriff's Captain for Oak Park
Oak Park Update would like to be the first to welcome Captain Frank O'Hanlon of the Ventura County Sheriffs office to the community of Oak Park.
Captain O'Hanlon has taken over for Captain "BK" Kerr
and will be attending the monthly MAC meetings.
To read Captain Frank O'Hanlon's
first message to the community...Click Here
To view the video of the Captain talking about Oak Park...Click Here
The latest Sheriff's Report is available...Click Here
DID YOU KNOW...
California Business for Education Excellence has named...
All OPUSD Schools...
2010 HONOR ROLL SCHOOLS.
All the Oak Park Schools stood above the rest in getting students
to grade level proficiency and closing achievement gaps.
What Has SOS Done for Oak Park?
** SOS saved what is now Palo Comado Canyon**
Are you familiar with the 5433 acre Ahmanson Ranch?
** SOS was instrumental in saving Ahmanson Ranch**
Do you love the open spaces surrounding our community?
Join SOS and you too can preserve what makes Oak Park beautiful.
Tickets still available.
For more info...Click Here
Shot of the week... Mae Boyar Park from above.
Oak Park Coach knows how to prepare his team
To Read a letter from the OPUSD
School Board President Barbara Laifman...Click Here
Oak Park Summer School Information now Available!
Oak Park High School Registration Information...Click Here
Medea Creek Middle School Registration Information .. Click Here
Currently no Elementary Schools are offering Summer School.
The School District is working on it and will update us if anything develops.
The Oak Canyon Reservoir work is scheduled to begin this Summer.
Triunfo Sanitation District, owner and operator of Oak Park Water Service, has embarked on a
major water system improvement project: construction of a new water storage tank in the hills
east of Lindero Canyon Road and north of Kanan Road. The 2.1
million-gallon tank, to be named the Oak Canyon Reservoir, will significantly increase water
storage capacity for the community.
Frequently Asked Questions about the project...Click Here
To view the project site map...Click Here
"New" Farmers Market Coupon...Click Here
Pavement rehabilitation work will begin the 3rd Week of July and will be on-going for about 3 1/2 months. They will be doing work on 69 roads in the West Oak Park area.
To see the list of roads to be worked on...Click Here
Oak Park Fact... The Graduation rate in Oak Park Schools is 99.13%.
To read CERT's Latest Message...Click Here
The official Taxicab service for Oak-Park Dial-A-Ride contracted by the Ventura County Public Works Department proudly announces the “After School Transportation” program for all students who reside in the Oak Park Community.
Services to:
After school activities,
Medical appointments.
The cost is only $1.50 per ride!
Call 818.597.0087 to schedule your next pick up!
For further information please call (805) 659-6900
The Spring / Summer program guide is available now.
To view information on all classes available at the
Oak Park Community Center and summer camps offered...Click Here
Superintendent OPUSD
To Read Dr. Knight's May message...Click Here
The Oak Park Library Hours...
Monday and Tuesday 2pm - 8pm
Wednesday and Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday and Saturday 10am - 5pm
Closed on Sunday.
899. N. Kanan Road (818) 889 - 2239
Oak Park. You still need to conserve water.
id you know OPWS offers free water audits? The audit will help idenifyareas inside and outside your house where water is being wasted. To schedule your personal water audit call the Water Conservation hotlineat (888) 605 - 7317. This service is FREE to Oak Park residents.
To read 16 FAQ's and answers...Click Here
House Concert Schedule 2010
For info on who's coming to Oak Park in 2011... Click Here
Want to report a traffic issue? Oak Park residents can call the CHP at (805) 553-0800 Ask for the Community Alliance voice mail. Our Community Alliance officer is Officer Hunsaker. You can also contact him at... Shunsaker@chp.ca.gov.
April 18th 2011
This Wednesday evening, April 20 at 7:00 PM OPUSD will host a FREE public screening of the film End of the Line at Oak Park High School in Room G9. This award winning independent film looks at what is happening to fish populations around the world and what we can do to ensure that stocks are protected for the future. It is a highly engaging film most suitable for grades 6-12 and adults.
Don't worry about dinner - there will be FREE PIZZA and drinks.
All Oak Park Schools are planning events for the week to educate
students on how to better take care of our one and only planet.
OPHS Girls Varsity Track Team wins the title.
To Read a letter from the OPUSD
School Board President Barbara Laifman...
This Friday April 22nd NO SCHOOL!
All OPUSD Schools will be closed.
The OPHS Boy's Volleyball team is having a Car Wash to raise money.
Stop by the OPHS parking lot from 9am till noon on Saturday April 23rd.
Beautification Day is coming to Oak Park April 30th
From 8:30 to 1pm. For More Details...Click Here
This year is a tropical theme and will include the following games... Bingo, Bunko, Mahjong, Texas Hold ‘em Tournament – Professional Dealers
Silent and Live auction
After party with DJ
The evening will feature heavy Hors d’oeuvres prepared by Dole’s Award Winning Corporate Chef. Beverages including a Martini Bar as well as non-alcoholic options.
For More Details ...Click Here
Oak Park Summer School Information now Available!
Oak Park High School Registration Information...Click Here
Medea Creek Middle School Registration Information .. Click Here
Currently no Elementary Schools are offering Summer School.
The School District is working on it and will update us if anything develops.
The Oak Canyon Reservoir work is scheduled to begin this Summer.
Triunfo Sanitation District, owner and operator of Oak Park Water Service, has embarked on a
major water system improvement project: construction of a new water storage tank in the hills
east of Lindero Canyon Road and north of Kanan Road. The 2.1
million-gallon tank, to be named the Oak Canyon Reservoir, will significantly increase water
storage capacity for the community.
Frequently Asked Questions about the project...Click Here
To view the project site map...Click Here
"New" Farmers Market Coupon...Click Here
Pavement rehabilitation work will begin the 3rd Week of July and will be on-going for about 3 1/2 months. They will be doing work on 69 roads in the West Oak Park area.
To see the list of roads to be worked on...Click Here
Oak Park Fact... The Graduation rate in Oak Park Schools is 99.13%.
CERT's Latest Message...Click Here
The official Taxicab service for Oak-Park Dial-A-Ride contracted by the Ventura County Public Works Department proudly announces the “After School Transportation” program for all students who reside in the Oak Park Community.
Services to:
After school activities,
Medical appointments.
The cost is only $1.50 per ride!
Call 818.597.0087 to schedule your next pick up!
For further information please call (805) 659-6900
or visit www.venturatransit.com
The Spring / Summer program guide is available now.
To view information on all classes available at the Oak Park Community Center and summer camps offered...Click Here
MAC MEETING UPDATE
The next MAC has been cancelled for Tuesday April 26th
A special MAC Meeting will take place on May 3rd, 2011 at 7pm
in the Oak Park Library film and lecture room.
If you have a question or comment for the MAC but cannot attend the meeting, Oak Park Update would be happy to address the MAC with your question or concern. Email us at info@oakparkupdate.com
Dr Tony Knight
Superintendent OPUSD
To Read Dr. Knight's April message...Click Here
To Read Linda Parks April Message...Click Here
Oak Park. You still need to conserve water.
Did you know OPWS offers free water audits? The audit will helpidenify areas inside and outside your house where water is being wasted. To schedule your personal water audit call the Water Conservation hotline at (888) 605 - 7317. This service is FREE to Oak Park residents. To read 16 FAQ's and answers...Click Here
House Concert Schedule 2010
For info on who's coming to Oak Park in 2011... Click Here
Want to report a traffic issue? Oak Park residents can call the CHP at (805) 553-0800 Ask for the Community Alliance voice mail. Our Community Alliance officer is Officer Hunsaker. You can also contact him at... Shunsaker@chp.ca.gov.
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Supervisor Linda Parks to host quarterly dinner series on policy and government.
Ventura County Supervisor Linda Parks will be hosting the 8th in her quarterly dinner series, this one, “The Pitfalls off the State Budget for Local Government, features a discussion about the impact of the State budget on local government with Los Angeles County Supervisor, Zev Yaroslavsky. Supervisor Yaroslavsky oversees a district in Los Angeles with a population that exceeds twice the population of Ventura County.
Bringing his perspective of the sweeping changes being considered by Governor Brown to deal with a State deficit of over $25 billion, Supervisor Yaroslavsky will focus on the potential pitfalls for local government.
Instead of the budgeting gimmicks of his predecessor, Brown is looking to solutions that by necessity come at a price--including eliminating redevelopment agencies, handing the control of State programs to local governments, and asking voters to extend tax increases. What is the likelihood he'll succeed where others have failed, and what will the lay of the land look like if these changes take place?
The quarterly dinner meetings provide a forum for discussion on government policy and are open to the public by reservation. The February 16th dinner is $35 per person in advance and will be at Cigale Cafe in Oak Park.
It is anticipated to sell out so the public is encouraged to act soon if interested in attending. Please contact Linda.Parks@ventura.org or call (805) 37 73-2564 to see if there is still space available.
Captain Brent "BK" Kerr's February Message
In his monthly message to Oak Park residents, Ventura County Sheriff’s Department Captain Brent “BK” Kerr said to remember that special person in your life Valentine’s Day. He reports on Sheriff Geoff Dean’s visit to the MAC meeting. He sends a reminder to not leave property in and to lock your vehicles.
To read his entire letter...Click Here.
Dr Tony Knights Monthly Message
Superintendent OPUSD
To read his February message... Click Here
The sign on Lindero appears to have been broken into. These signs are the first thing you see when entering Oak Park. The paint is fading and they are in bad need of maintenance.
The issue of repairing or replacing the 2 sign boards as you enter Oak Park will be discussed at the next MAC meeting February 22nd at OPHS room G - 9 at 7pm.
To learn more about the MAC...Click Here
If you have an idea or solution or know who damaged the sign please let us know.
info@oakparkupdate.com
YMCA Strong Kids fundraising campaign underway
The Southeast Ventura County YMCA has kicked off its annual fundraising campaign. Now through mid-March, the YMCA Strong Kids Campaign hopes to raise $280,000 from individuals and businesses in the community.
Each dollar contributed to the YMCA Strong Kids Campaign goes directly to making local YMCA programs and memberships available underprivileged, and to enhance YMCA youth and adult programs. Gifts of any size are welcome.
A gift of $100 provides swim lessons for three children A $250 donation makes it possible for a child to attend a week of summer camp and participate in educational and creative programs A $500 gift allows eight kids to learn skills, sportsmanship and teamwork through participation in YMCA youth sports
A $1,000 donation enables a child to be part of a YMCA after-school program for three months--and an opportunity to make new friends and strengthen values.To find out how to make a donation, contact the YMCA corporate office: Lori Kent, 805-497-3081, lkent@sevymca.org or go the YMCA website at www.sevymca.org and click on Donate Now.
East County Sheriff Update
Fatal stabbing in Thousand Oaks
According to Ventura County Sheriff’s Department spokesman Sergeant Don Aguilar, about 9:43 p.m. on Wednesday, January 26, a fatal stabbing occurred at the intersection of Lindero Canyon Road and Bowfield Street in Thousand Oaks. Two male subjects were involved in an altercation that left both injured. One subject was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment, the other succumbed to his wounds at the scene.
The investigation is continuing to determine what prompted the altercation and the relationship between the two subjects. The injured subject’s name has not been released due to the ongoing investigation.
If you have any information regarding this altercation call the Ventura County Sheriff’s Department at 805 654-9511.
REVERSE 911® is a telephonic community notification system that may be used to deliver outbound messages in the event of an emergency. The system employs a combination of database and mapping technologies to allow emergency responders to pinpoint a specific geographic area and deliver the appropriate message to residents in the affected area. The system has the ability to call both listed and unlisted phone numbers. If a phone line is busy, the system has the ability to redial the number to make contact. If an answering machine picks up the call, the system has the ability to leave the emergency message on the answering machine.
For more information or to sign up for this service...Click Here
Adult enrichment classes coming to OPHS.
Classes starting February 21st
To get more information... Click Here
The 2011 Oak Park School Board
From left to right...Jan Iceland vice president, Dr. Marie Panec clerk, Barbara Laifman president, Dr. Tony Knight superintendent, Mary Pallant member, Allen Rosen member, Briana Mackey student representative.
The next school board meeting is Tuesday, February 15th 6pm.
It's time to do something...
There are some great new and fun classes in Oak Park.
RSRPD has added lots of new things to do this year. Here is just a sample... Adult Archery, Drive-In Movie on April 16, Dog Vaccination Clinic (Also on April 16), Young Rembrandts Art, Show Kidz, Teen Trips, Song and Dance Theatre, Stuffed Animal Knitting, and more Senior Trips!
Detailed information is available at www.rsrpd.org, or by simply calling Oak Park Community Center Staff at (818) 865-9304.
Childrens Acting Class
A.C.T. “Live from Oak Park, It’s
Wednesday Night Live”
To get more details... Click Here
East County Sheriff Update
To read the January report...Click Here
The United States Youth Volleyball League is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing programs for kids in their community.
They offer coed youth volleyball leagues for kids ages 7-15 with four age divisions, 7-8, 9-10, 11-12 and 13-15.
Registration is open and they service players of all levels.
The program in Oak Park will begin April 7-June 11 at Deerhill Park and it will meet Thursdays 6-7 p.m. and Saturdays 9-10 a.m.
For more details...Click Here
February 10th at 7pm in the OPHS Pavilion
It's great to have “Friends”.
In the past six years, Friends of Oak Park Schools has contributed almost $600,000 in funding support which reaches all of the students in our district.
More than ever, they need your help, and your contributions!
The “Dollar a Day” program will help ensure that our programs will remain intact.
To get more information... Click Here
To read the January message...Click Here
To learn more about CERT...Click Here
Host a Student with EF Homestay
Summer 2011.
They have students coming from Finland, Spain, and Indonesia. They are here from June 23-July 19 with daily activities and weekend trips.
You provide them with a place to stay and most importantly a summer of memories and new friends.
By hosting your student can receive community service hours, $ 25 referral fee to youth
group for each family participating, and early December drawing in EF of $150.
For more information please call Sheena
Delance Program Leader at 818-274-7515 or e-mail her at sheena.delance@gmail.com.
School holidays for February 2011...
Monday February 21st. District wide day off for celebration of President's Day.
Oak Park. You still need to conserve water.
Did you know OPWS offers free water audits? The audit will help idenify areas inside and outside your house where water is being wasted.
To schedule your personal water audit call the Water Conservation hotline at (888) 605 - 7317.
This service is FREE to Oak Park residents.
To read 16 FAQ's and answers...Click Here
A Message from Dr. Tony Knight Superintendent Oak Park Schools
Dear Parents and Community Members,
We often get questions about why Oak Park USD accepts students from out of the District and the impact of this program.
Below is a link to a fact sheet on our website that includes detailed information about the program and the rationale of why Oak Park USD is proudly a District of Choice.
Thank You. Dr. Tony Knight Superintendent OPUSD
To view the fact sheet...Click Here
House Concert Schedule 2010
For info on who's coming to Oak Park in 2011... Click Here
County Supervisor Linda Parks February Message
To read the latest edition of the Viewpoint...Click Here
Want to report a traffic issue?
Oak Park residents can call the CHP at (805) 553-0800 Ask for the Community Alliance voice mail.
Our Community Alliance officer is Officer Hunsaker.
You can also contact him at...
Shunsaker@chp.ca.gov.
The 2011 Street sweeping schedule and map are now available to download.
To view the schedule...Click Here
To view the map...Click Here
The kids will be off April 4th thru April 8th 2011. All OPUSD schools will be closed for Spring Break.
Have you heard about STTOP?
Do you see young drivers not
obeying the rules of the road?
What should you do? To find out...Click Here
RSRPD winter online registration
To view all the classes... Click Here
For the dog park rules and hours...Click Here
For a map and directions...Click Here
You get 1 FREE courtesy bulky items pick up each year.
Call 24 hrs before your regular trash day and coordinate the pick up.
You can place up to 2 bulky items at your curb and they will send a special truck on your regular trash day.
Call Waste Management at (866) 964-2729 for more details.
The Oak Park Community Garden has great news. Rancho Simi Recreation and Parks will be ordering lumber and supplies, and installing five new parcels.
To get more information and details...Click Here
OAK PARK DIAL-A-RIDE
The Thousand Oaks Cab Company provides dial-a-ride service in Oak Park between Oak Park and Agoura Hills.
Service operates Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. through 7:00 p.m. and Saturdays 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.Fares are $1.50 per ride; for seniors only traveling to Thousand Oaks for medical appointments or to the senior center the fare is $3.00 per ride.
Please Call... (818) 597 - 0087
Certified Farmers Market
The Oak Park Community Farmers Market is every Saturday from 9am to 1pm in the OPHS parking lot. The Market combines local certified produce and fruit growers with local entertainers while having outside seating to enjoy our food. Come enjoy the fun and excitement of a safe and relaxed morning of food, fun and families every Saturday. The Certified Farmers' Market includes local farm fresh fruits and vegetables, tomatoes, oranges, avocados, Oxnard strawberries, flowers, plants, freshly baked breads, pastries and cookies, and of course entertainment. If you have not been in awhile come by and check out the new location. They are adding new things each week.
Oak Park Update is offering a $1 off coupon.
To print the $1 coupon... Click Here
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Send it to info@oakparkupdate.com and we will post it.
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News is presented in a television news format.
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