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August 19 - 25, 2011 TAFT INDEPENDENT
August 19 - 25, 2011 • Volume 6 Issue 8www.Taftindependent.com
“Serving the West Kern County Communities of Taft, South Taft, Ford City, Maricopa, Fellows, McKittrick, Derby Acres, Dustin Acres, and the Cuyama Valley”
508 Center Street • 765-6550
The Best Beer Selection on Tap in Taft!Black GoldCafe and Deli
Meet Your Local Public Servant- Janice Dillingham
Our homemade meatballs and marinara sauce with
parmesan cheese and garlic butter all baked to perfection on a soft
toasted French roll
Try Our Meatball Sandwich $6.25
Open Monday’s for Lunch and DinnerFill The Bus A Huge Success - Helps TCSD
Local Man Climbs For The Forgotten
Taft Gets Ready To Go Back To School
By Nicole Frost
2 TAFT INDEPENDENT August 19 - 25, 2011
Passion For Nails
Monday to Friday10am-7pm and
Saturday 9am-6pm
Nail Services:Sea Shell • Glitter Acrylic Metalic Flakes • Rock Star
(we also treat ingrown nails)
Men & Seniors & Diabetics Welcome
Open 24 Hours! 506 Center Street (661) 205-5579
Get Ready For Back To School with Next Step!
Anderson Business ServicesBookkeeping • Income Tax • Notary
Greg AndersonMobile Notary Public
Certified Signing Agent
Sandy AndersonNotary Public
Certified Signing Agent
Schedule of ServicesAcknowledgments & Jurats
$10 per signatureMortgage Documents
$150 per setMobile Notary Service
$1 per mile
Call For Appointment 765-7665 Sandy 577-6790 • Greg 577-6032
810 Center Street • (661)805-9813
1014 6th Street • TaftIn the Save A Lot Shopping Center
(661)745-4913
Ben’s BooksThe Largest, Cheapest and Only
Used Book Store in TaftFiction • Non Fiction • Paperback
Hard Covers • SciFi • Biography • Religion Childrens • Cookbooks and More!
426 Center Street (661)763-5451
Fine Jewelry • Gifts 14K Gold • Sterling Silver Black Hills Gold • Jewelry Repair • Watch Batteries
Candies • Candles • And More!
426 CENTER STREET • 661.763.5451
acme jewelry co.F i n e J e w e l r y
Fine Jewelry • Candles • Gifts
14K Gold • Sterling Silver
Black Hills Gold • Jewelry Repair
Watch Batteries
Small town, family owned, low overhead.We can save you money on quality jewelry!
Acme Jewelry will be closed on Tuesdays when Ray is in L.A.
Please call first 763-5451 Thank You
Store Hours:Tuesday to Friday 9:30am - 5:00pm
Saturday 10:00am - 2:00pmClosed Sunday and Monday
SAN JOAQUINAutomotive Center
$199.99
Billy MessengerVoted Best
Mechanic for2009 and 2010
Cooling System Flush(includes up to 2 gal coolant, flush kit, conditioner)
A/C Service(includes up to 3oz of Freon, 2oz dye)
Overall Vehicle Inspection(visual inspection of all external components)
(tax, haz waste fee included)
EVERYDAY OIL CHANGES
DIESEL ENGINE $71.99 OR LESS
531 Center Street • 763-1123
SUMMERSPECIAL!Get Your Car Ready
For Summer!
GAS ENGINE $35.99 OR LESS
(up tp 7 qts oil, filter, tax, haz waste fee)
(up to 3.75 gal oil, filter, tax, haz waste fee)
WE COME TO YOU!
Shop Taft
1277 Kern Street (661)765-6899
Ten Percent Firearms
We Can Haul Away Most Large Items Call Us Today • (661)765-6752
Recycling is OUR Business
J & D Recycling1277 Kern Street
Come stop by, have some coffee and leisurly browse our
selection of books!
Pre - Workout MixBy N’SANE
421 & 423 Center (661)763-3527
Personal StyleBack - To - School Savings!
Newly expanded Juniors & Contempory Fashions
Personal Style
New Arrivals!Sacred Thread,
Broomstick Skirts, Jackets, Blouses
AND MUCH MOREWomen • ContemporaryJunior • Toddler • Infant
Men • And More!
Come in for our Back To School Membership
Specials & Savings! $25/mo
ITEM OF THE WEEK
Miller’s Direct Beauty Supply Outlet510 Center Street Taft, CA
763-5445
A Hint of Class Name Brand ClothingShoes • Jewelry
Accessories & More
Inside The Historic Fort915 N. 10th Street Suite 34
(661)623-1783
Step Back Into SchoolIn Style!
New Arrivals of Backpacks & Shoes
Back To School Daze...August 1st-31st
10% off professional lines New Arrivals Weekly!10-15% off 100% Human Hair Extensions
10-20% off Feather Extensions and Earrings20-50% off Storewide Deals
We will meet or beat any price!If we don’t have it we will get it!
523 Finley Drive • 765-7147 • Mon-Fri 8am-5pm Sat 8am-1pm
Tire & Automotive Service Center
Oil & Filter Special
2995*$Plus Tax
Must Present Coupon at Time of Purchase
$3.50 Oil Disposal FeeExp. Sept. 30, 2011
FREETire Rotation
& Brake CheckPlus
We will checkall fluids
& tire pressure
*Most Cars & Light Trucks
Up to 5 Qts.
August 19 - 25, 2011 TAFT INDEPENDENT
Community Events.........3
News Briefs.......................3
Westside Watcher............4
West SideRecreation Report..........5
Westside News.................6
Westside News.................7
Community Voices..........8
Classified Ads.................10
Westside News...............11
Uncivil Liberties...........11
Negocios Hispanos........11
Inside
The Taft Independent
508 Center StreetP.O. Box 268
Taft, California 93268(661) 765-6550
Fax (661) 765-6556
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.TaftIndependent.com
Locally and Independently owned since 2006
The Taft Independent is a locally owned community newspaper published weekly on Fridays for your enjoyment and reading pleasure. We publish 3,500 issues and distribute to over 225 locations in the city of Taft and the neighboring communities of Cuyama Valley, McKittrick, Maricopa, Fellows and Western Kern County, California.
The Independent is available free of charge, limited to one copy per reader. Additional copies are $1 each. The contents of the Taft Independent are copyrighted by the Taft Independent, and may not reproduced without specific written permission from the publisher.
We welcome contributions and suggestions. Our purpose is to present news and issues of importance to our readers.
SUBSCRIPTIONS. Subscription home or businessdelivery of the Taft Independent is available for $6.50 per month or $78.00 per year. To subscribe to please call 765-6550.
LETTERS-TO-THE-EDITOR.Send us your letter to Taft Independent at the above address. Limit it to 300 words and include your name, address, and phone number. Fax: (661) 765-6556. Email your letter to: [email protected].
ADVERTISING.Display Ads: Rates and special discounts are available. Contact our advertising representative at (661) 765-6550, or email to [email protected]: Call 765-6550 or fax us at (661) 765-6556. Phone order are taken. Visa and Master Card accepted.
Publisher and Editor-in-ChiefMichael J. Long
Managing EditorAdvertising
Jessica Skidgel
Layout & DesignJessica Skidgel
Contributing Writers Jessica Miller, Kent Miller, Wesley Morris,
Nicole Frost
ColumnistsRandy Miller, Wendy Soto, Mimi Collins,
Jane McCabe, Dr. Harold Pease
Member California NewspaperPublishers Association
Printed in California
Taft California“Home of the Taft Oilworkers Monument”
“Gateway to the Carrizo Plain National Monument”
VFW Bingo Every Tuesday Night at 5:30pm
The VFW will hold Bingo Night every Tuesday at 6:30pm at 600 Hazelton Street in Maricopa. Doors open at 5:30pm, buy in is $5 a pack, food will be served. Come on out, bring a friend and support our vets!
End of Times Gallery Summer Art Classes
The End of Times Gallery, 428 Center Street, is offering the following summer classes: DRAWING - Tuesdays, 1-3 p.m.CHILDREN’S ART LESSONS - Wednesdays, 1-3 p.m.WATERCOLOR - Thursdays, 1-3 p.m.ACRYLIC PAINTING - Thursdays, 6-8 p.m.All classes are $10 per session, $40 per month.For more information please call 765.4790.The End of Times Gallery is taking artists’ work on CONSIGNMENT for $5 per item. The gallery earns a 30% commission on work sold. If you would like to have your work considered for representation, please call for an appointment - 765.4790.
Kern County Animal Control Low-Cost Rabies Vaccination Clinic Saturday, August 27th
Come on out Saturday, August 27th to the Kern County Animal Control low cost rabies vaccination clinic and licensing at Ford City Park located on the corner of Cedar and Taylor Street from 8am-12pm noon.
Taft Bike Fest Labor Day Weekend, Friday-Sunday, September 2nd-4th
2 Wheel Production presents The First Annual Taft Bike Fest which will take place this Labor Day Weekend, Friday (12pm-9pm), Saturday (9am-9pm) and Sunday (9am-2pm), September 2nd-4th at the Rails to Trails located at 6th St. and Main St. This three day event will feature concerts, beer garden, multiple vendors, motorcycle bike show and contest, tattoo contest, and motorcycle stunt show. There will be dry tent camping and RV/Trailer parking on site. Vendor space is available for food, crafters, commercial and business vendors. To apply for vendor space stop by the Taft Cham-ber of Commerce for event form and more information or contact Shannon with the Chamber at [email protected] or 765-2165. For more information on the Taft Bike Fest email them at [email protected] or check them out on Facebook.
News BriefsCommunity Events
Taft Farmers MarketRain or Shine
Thursdays 5pm - 8pm • 5th Street Plaza
Teams are forming now for the Taft District Chamber of Commerce An-nual Golf Classic being held on Saturday October 1, 2011 at Buena Vista Golf Course sponsored by Westside Waste Management in Association with Area Businesses. We are also looking for additional sponsors for this event! Contact the Chamber to sign up your team! Tournament begins with shotgun start at 1:00PM with Putting and Pitching contests (start at 8:00AM.)
4 person team (form your own teams)Scrabble Format2 flights: Handcapped or Open
Over $7,000 in prize money4 Hole In One par 3 Giveaways ($20,000 each)Closest to the Hole par 3 Giveaways ($200 each)$10,000 Putting Contest ($200 guaranteed)Pitching & Chipping Contest $100 eachMen’s Long Drive: Hole 7 ($150)Women’s Long Drive: Hole 7 ($150)
Registration is $100 per player ($400 teams)Entry fee includes Green Fees, Cart, Drinks, Goody Bag, Dinner, & first round participation in putting & pitching contests This event is sure to sell out. Reserve your teams today! Contact shannon.taftchamber@gmail. com for more information or stop by 400 Kern Street to get your entry form.
Thursday August 25, we are having a big farmers market!
On Saturday, September 17, 2011, the Taft College Foundation, Team Oxy and TIL cordially invite you to attend their Fourth Annual TIL Casino Night at the JAM Event Center, 1400 Norris Road, Bakersfield, CA 93308. Doors open at 6:00 p.m., with gaming beginning at 7:00 p.m. Evening activities will include catered buffet from Café Med; libations; gaming, including black jack, roulette, craps and Texas Hold ‘Em Poker; and a silent and live auction.
VIP Tables can be reserved at three levels: $2000 Level includes a table for eight, wine, Café Med buffet, logo recognition & $500 Casino Cash per seat $5000 Level includes a table for eight, wine, Café Med buffet, logo recogni-tion, access to VIP Lounge, 16 additional event tickets (total of 20); & $500 Cash per seat $10,000 Level includes two reserved tables for eight, wine, Café Med buffet, logo recognition access to VIP Lounge, 34 additional event tickets (total of 50); & $500 Cash per seat Individual tickets may be purchased for $200 each and include Café Med buf-fet and $500 Casino Cash per ticket purchased.
The Transition to Independent Living Program (TIL) at Taft College is a post secondary educational experience for individuals with autism and other intellec-tual disabilities. The program provides instruction and training in a residential setting both on campus and in the community. Curriculum and training pro-motes the acquisition of functional, social and career skills necessary for students to live productive and normalized lifestyles. For more information, please contact the Taft College Foundation at 661.763.7961 on or before Monday, September 5, 2011.
Taft College Foundation Fourth Annual TIL Casino Night
Water District Refuses Request for Security Video of Mock RobberyBy Michael Long, Publisher
The West Kern Water District has refused a public records request by the Taft Independent for a security video recording of a mock robbery training exercise gone awry. In a letter dated August 11th, district director Harry Starkey wrote the Inde-pendent stating that the video was exempt from public disclosure.Starkey cited two sections of the government code, 6254(c) and 6255, in his denial of the request. Under section 6254(c), public records are exempted from disclosure when they pertain to “Personnel, medical, or similar files, the disclosure of which would constitute an unwarranted invasion of personal privacy.” Starkey’s letter also cited section 6255, which pertains to the release of elec-tronic records and the manner in which they should be released. Under this sec-tion, Starkey wrote that “the public interest served by not disclosing the record clearly outweighs the public interest served by disclosure of the record.” “The public’s interest in protecting the District’s employees, public offices and funds is clearly outweighed by any interest served in publicizing the actual foot-age of the drill,” Starkey wrote. “The security drill was not open to the public,” Starkey wrote.The incident took place in the public access area of the customer service office during normal business hours where water bill payments are made. According to Dan Lee, the office was not closed to the public at the time of the drill. Lee, who’s wife Kathy Lee was involved in the incident told the Independent that he had reviewed to video shortly after the incident occurred. Dan Lee explained that the video showed an unidentified person wearing a hood entering the water district customer service office and placing a bag on a counter in front of Kathy Lee. Kathy Lee is shown in the video placing money into the bag and the bag being withdraw by the perpetrator. Kathy Lee has not returned to work since the incident. Dan Lee said that he had been invited to speak at a closed special meeting of the water district last Tuesday. Lee said that he told the water district board in the closed session that he was disappointed that no medical help was offered to his distraught wife following the incident. Lee said he had taken time off after the incident to care for his wife and take her to the doctor in Bakersfield. He has
Taft District Chamber of Commerce Annual Golf Classic Set For Saturday, October 1st at Buena Vista Golf Course
Continued on Page 11
Produce, craft vendors, food vendors, beer garden, band, and more! Come check it out!For more information please contact the Taft Chamber of Commerce at
(661)765-6550 or stop by at 400 Kern Street.
4 TAFT INDEPENDENT August 19 - 25, 2011
Editorial
Westside Watcher
Your Guide To The Best Restaurants and Entertainment on the Westside
The Taft
Restaurant and Entertainment Guide
Independent
Taft Petroleum Club
450 Petroleum Club Road - 763-3268 Open Tuesday- Friday 3:30pm to Close
Asian ExperienceAsian Food and Pizza
Lunch and DinnerTuesday - Friday
11 am - 2 pm 4 pm - 9 pmSaturday 4 pm - 9 pm
215 Center Street, Taft763- 1815
Sagebrush Annie’sRestaurant and Wine Tasting
Tasting Sat. & Sun. 11:30-5 pmDinner by Reservation
4211 Highway 33, Ventucopa(661) 766-2319
Taft Crude Coffee HouseCoffee House and Deli
Monday – Friday 7 am to 4pm.
Saturday 7 am to 2 pmSundays 7:30 am to 10 am
1010 6th Street, Taft763-5156
Black Gold Cafe & DeliPastas - Sandwiches
Espresso - Beer - WineOpen Monday to Saturday
Lunch served 9am-1pmDinner served 5pm - 8pm
Wine Tasting on First Thursdays508 Center Street
765-6550
Tumbleweed Café and Steakhouse
Steak, Seafood, Wild Game, Full Bar
Monday – Friday 6 am to 2 pmSaturday – Sunday 7 am – 2 pm
Dinner Hours Friday and Saturday 6 pm to 9 pm24870 Highway 33, Derby Acres
768-4655
Paik’s Ranch HouseWhere Everybody Meets
Breakfast, Lunch and DinnerOpen 7 Days
Mon. Tues. Thur. 6 am-8:30 pmSun. Wed. Fri. & Sat. 6 am - 9 pm
765-6915 200 Kern St. Taft
Sagebrush Annie’sRestaurant and Wine Tasting
Tasting Sat. & Sun. 11:30-5 pmDinner by Reservation
4211 Highway 33, Ventucopa(661) 766-2319
Your Busines ListedHERE
Call 765-6550
Asian Experience
215 Center Street 763-1815
Asian Food and PizzaLunch and DinnerTuesday - Friday
11 a.m. - 2 p.m. 4 p.m. - 9 p.m.Saturday 4 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Live Music Saturday Nights
Always Fresh!
Mon. - Fri. 10am - 2;30pmDine In or We Deliver
765-4143700 Kern Street Taft, CA
Westside Entertainment
Sagebrush Annie’s
Wine TastingDinner by Reservation
Award Winning Wines
766-23194211 Highway 33, Ventucopa
Get Your Events in the Westside Entertainment Guide. Call 765-6550 or fax 765-6556
Your RestaurantListed Here!
Call765-6550!
Starting as low as $12 per
week!
Paik’sRanch House Restaurant
“Where Everybody Meets”
Breakfast, Lunch & DinnerOpen 7 Days
Mon, Tues, Thurs - 6 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Wed, Fri. Sat. and Sun. 6 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
765-6915200 Kern Street, Taft, Ca.
Quote of the Week
Friday, August 12th was our last Ribeye Steak and Chicken Dinner until September 9th. Our dinner
crew is taking some well deserved time off and we will be back Friday,
September 9th. BAR WILL BE OPEN!
Your RestaurantListed Here!
Call 765-6550!Starting as low as
$12 per week!
Letters to the Editor
Industry NightSeptember 7th opens at 3:30 dinner at
7:30. Sponsored by Taft Chevrolet Buick50/50 door prizes and great food!
Taft lost 2 great citizens, Darrell Fauke & Don Gillaspie this past week. If you thought of the American Legion you thought of Darrell. When I had the Bargain Barn, Darrell would make sure 1000’s of books made it to the VA hospitals. Darrell was the quiet guy that got a lot done. Don’s work has been a blessing to anyone from Taft. He made sure to film everything for the next genera-tion. We all enjoy watching past events that he took the time to edit & perserve. Take a moment to think of these two great men & how they have touched your life in some way. My heart goes out to each of their families for their loss. The next generation has some big shoes to fill.- Gail HuffmonLandlords Unite: Have you been a victim, as I have, of renters scam? I have recently learned that the laws are stacked against landlords, and allows our rental property to be used and abused by scammers who willfully refuse to pay their rent for months at a time with the aid of current laws. When they finally leave the residence they also leave a load of trash, rotted food on the floor, plus other disgusting messes.Can we communicate, legally, and see if we can be less victimized?- J. Turner
Maricopa News
The Maricopa Chamber of Com-merce recently presented Nestle Purina with a certificate of ap-preciation award shown in picture are presenter Mike Golden Chamber Vice President and award was received by Ruth Jared Assistant resource manager of the company. The company became a platinum sponsor last year and have renewed their membership recently for another year, we are excited to have partnered with Nestle Purina , with their support of our community we have been able to continue programs for the betterment of our students and seniors, with their helping hand we will be making back to school supplies available to those less fortunate in this continued strug-gling economy, on behalf of the residents of Maricopa we wish to thank Nestle Purina for their continued support of this small community .
Pictured are M.L. Gregory, Presi-dent of Maricopa Chamber Com-merce and Charla Matthews , during the last city council meeting an award was presented to Charla as an outstanding citizen volunteer for all the hard work she has given to the community past several years as the commodity overseer , her hard work has given relief to many residents faced with unemployment and sometimes making the difference of having a meal or going to bed hungry. The commodity program originated through the hard work of Gail Bullard whom fought all the red tape involved in bringing it about but later faced some health issues and was forced to slow down , it was picked up by the local V.F.W. for a couple years then and due to health issues facing several involved in the program was once more in danger of going away that’s when Charla stepped up and has been keeping the pro-gram running smoothly for the past several years now, the residents of Maricopa thank you for your sacrifices.
Taft Chamber of Commerce Endorses City’s Affordable Housing Project The Taft District Chamber of Commerce has endorsed a city approved affordable housing project that will be located on the city’s Rails to Trails redevelopment site. The Taft City Council recently approved the 40-unit development on the corner of 4th Street and Supply Row in the city’s downtown redevelopment zone. The Chamber board of directors cited the shortage of new, affordable housing as reason for its support, and the fact that fewer than 12 new living units has been built in the city since 2005. The development would be located on the 46 acre Rails to Trails property. The City also plans to break ground on a 50-room hotel and a sit down dining restaurant on the site next summer. “As an employer on the Westside, I can tell you that it’s difficult for employees to find good housing to live in,” said John Neumann, owner of Accelerated Environmental Services and a chamber board member. The Chamber resolution stated in part “... in most cases the only available new rental housing suitable for working families is in Bakersfield forcing them to spend hundreds of hours and thousands of dollars annually in transportation costs to get to work on the Westside.” The resolution also pointed out that several housing projects had been planned over the past several years but abandoned because of “…environmental constraints, lack of bank financing and other complex issues (and that) Taft has tried and has been unable to attract adequate numbers of housing units to meet current and future needs.” “Taft needs as many rooftops as it can possibly get,” said Bob Hampton, owner of Westside Waste Management and a chamber board member. “Without new housing, Taft and its economy cannot grow.” Chamber Director Dr. Kathy Orrin said the new housing gave employees more housing choices. “This housing opportunity gives employers another way to attract new employees and gives new hires a viable alternative for a safe, clean and attractive place to live,’ said Dr. Orrin.
Maricopa Chamber Awards Nestle Purina
Charla Matthews Awarded For Outstanding Citizenship
“Taft needs as many rooftops as it can possibly get. Without new hous-ing, Taft and its economy cannot grow.” - Bob Hampton, Westside Waste Management and Taft Chamber board member on his suppport of the city’s Rails to Trails affordable housing development.
August 19 - 25, 2011 TAFT INDEPENDENT
WEST SIDE RECREATION AND PARK DISTRICT500 Cascade Place, Taft, CA 93268 (661) 763-4246
[email protected] www.wsrpd.com
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
by Stephanie House
Check us out online!Need more information on
programs, classes or facilities?Visit us on the web:
www.wsrpd.comwww.facebook.com/wsrpd
www.quickscores.com/[email protected]
West Side Recreation ReportLetters to the Editor
PRESCHOOL REGISTRATION UNDERWAYThe West Side Recreation & Park District’s Preschool program is now enrolling students for the upcoming 2011/2012 school year. Preschool Coordinator is Rene Adamo and teachers are Stefany Ginn and Stacey Wooley. Classes begin the week of September 6. The program is for children ages 3-5. Fees vary per class. As of now, there are still a few spaces available in the Monday/Wednesday class. For more information, please phone 763-4246 or send an email to [email protected]. Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday Class: 8:30-11:00 a.m.Monday/Wednesday Class: 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.Tuesday/Thursday Class: 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
GYMNASTICSWho: Grades K and olderWhen: Monday EveningsTime: 5:30-6:30 p.m.Sessions: September 19 – October 24 and November 7 – December 12Where: Community Center AuditoriumFee: $40 per session ($30 for each additional family member)Instructor: Suzanne Hale
DANCE CLASSESWho: Ages 3 and upWhen: Mondays or WednesdaysSeason: classes begin the week of September 12Where: Community Center Assembly RoomFee: $20 per monthInstructor: Vicky WaughParticipants will learn the basics of tap, jazz and hip-hop. Classes take place one day per week either on Monday or Wednesday. A full class listing is available in the District Office or on our website. Class enrollment is limited so register now!
CHEERLEADINGGrades K-1Thursday Evenings4:30-5:00 p.m.Grades 2-3Thursday Evenings5:15-6:00 p.m.Session: September 22 – November 17 Where: Community Center AuditoriumFee: $30 per person *poms and shirts are available at an additional costInstructor: Nicole Cleveland
COMPETITION CHEER SQUADWho: 7th Grade to 18 years old (as of the 2011/2012 school year)When: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday Time: 3:30-5:00 p.m.Season: Practices resume September 6Where: Community Center AuditoriumFee: $50 per monthRegistration deadline: Coaches: Brittney Odle and Kristina HammonsCompetition All-Star Cheerleading is here! The SVX cheerleading squad formed this summer and is holding open enrollment through September 8. All interested guys and girls are invited to participate in this sport that requires dedication and the love of competition. Monthly class fees do not include uniforms or competition fees – those costs are separate.
WSYSL – WEST SIDE YOUTH SOCCER LEAGUEWho: Boys and Girls, Ages 4-13Divisions: U6 (4-5 yrs), U8 (6-7 yrs), U10 (8-9 yrs), U12 (10-11 yrs) and U14 (12-13 yrs)When: August 27 – November 12 Where: TUHS Soccer FieldsFee: $50 per player (plus $5 late fee)Final Registration Deadline: Thursday, August 25The goal of the WSYSL is to create a soccer environment that is fun and conducive to learning for all ages and ability levels. Please note: shin guards are mandatory. Late registrations are still being ac-cepted. Partial financial (STOP) scholarships are available. Ask us for more details.
JR. CATS CROSS COUNTRYWho: Ages 7-17Introductory Practices: Monday, August 29 through Thursday, September 1Regular Practices: Monday, Tuesday and ThursdayTime: 3:15-5:15 p.m.Where: Taft Union High School Track Fee: $30 per childRegistration deadline: September 1Cross Country has qualifying meets until December. Length of season will vary per athlete. Coach is Pete Lango.
INSTRUCTIONAL SOCCERWho: Ages 3-5When: Practices on Mondays, Games on SaturdaysSession: September 12 - October 8Where: ‘A’ Street Park Fee: $25 per childRegistration deadline: September 8Kids will learn basic soccer skills with emphasis on fun and socialization with others their age.
YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALLWho: Ages 6-10When: Practices on Tuesdays, Games on SaturdaysSession: September 5 – October 15Where: ‘A’ Street Park Fee: $35 per childRegistration deadline: September 1This program is for boys and girls ages 6-10 who want to learn the basic fundamentals of football. The program provides young players a fun and exciting opportunity to engage in non-contact, continuous action while learning lessons in teamwork.
S.T.O.P. PROGRAM SCHOLARSHIPS(Strive To Optimize Participation)Did you know that the District has a youth scholarship program? Children in low income, single parent or multiple participant households are eligible! For more information, or to find out how your child can take advantage of reduced program fees, give us a call in the District Office at 763-4246.
BOWLING PARTY RENTALSMake your reservation now!Reservations are now being accepted for party rentals at the bowling alley in the new Recreation Center. Parties may take place on Friday evenings, Saturday or Sunday beginning September 16. Rental fees start at $100 for 2-lane rentals. Rental prices include shoes, balls and use of the party room. The Center and bowling alley are slated to open in early September. Call 763-4246 for more information or to make a reservation.
PARTY PACKAGESMake your reservation now!Need help planning a birthday party, bridal shower or baby shower? We can help! For one low fee, we will provide a room, plates, napkins, forks, cups, balloons and invitations – all to match your theme or colors. And for a little extra, we can help with activities, too! Package prices start at $130. For more information, or to make a reservation, please call the District Office at 763-4246.
HOLIDAY CRAFT SHOWFriday, December 2 and Saturday, December 3, 2011The District’s 33rd Annual Holiday Craft Show will be held at the Community Center this December. Vendor registration will begin Tuesday, August 30 in the District Office, 500 Cascade Place in Taft. The fee is $40 per space. For more information, please contact Stephanie at 763-4246 or [email protected].
RECREATION CENTER GRAND OPENINGSaturday, September 10Late Afternoon/Early Evening – Time TBA500 Cascade Place, Building D, TaftIt’s almost time for the opening of the new Rec. Center!More information will be available soon…
EAGLE MTN. BUS TRIPMonday, September 57:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.Bus leaves from Community Center$3 per person ** Ages 21 and olderCall 763-4246 to reserve a spot on the bus!
Maricopa News
6 TAFT INDEPENDENT August 19 - 25, 2011
Westside News & Business Briefs
CookhouseOT
& SaloonSpecializing in Steak & Seafood
Lunch DinnerTuesday - Friday11a.m. - 2p.m.
Tuesday - Thursday 4p.m. - 9p.m.Friday & Saturday 4p.m. - 10p.m.
CLOSEDSUNDAY/MONDAY
205 N. 10th St.(661)763-1819
OT Cookhouse Daily Specials (For the week of 8-23-11 thru 8-27-11)
Tues.8-23-11Lunch
Tues.8-23-11Dinner
Wed.8-24-11Lunch
Wed.8-24-11Dinner
Thurs.8-25-11Lunch
Thurs.8-25-11Dinner
Fri.8-26-11Dinner
Fri.8-26-11Lunch
Sat.8-27-11Dinner
Prime RibSandwich
Prime Rib$15.95 Small/ $18.95 Large
BBQ Beef Ribs
CLOSED SUNDAY AND MONDAY
$9.95
$10.95
$8.95
$9.95
205 N. 10th Street . (661)763-1819
$15.95/ $18.95
Sauteed Shrimp Sandwich
$10.95
Roast New York $13.95
Veal Liver with Bacon & Onions
Mediterranean Chicken Sandwich
$9.95
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Janice Dillingham, the Taft City School District Executive As-sistant, is more than just the Superintendent’s right-hand-woman. She is a public servant of the city of Taft. Dillingham has been a Taftian since she was six years old and she was originally from Oklahoma. She started working at age 14 as a babysitter and, in high school, started her secretarial career in an eye doctor’s office. She progressed as a secretary for an oil company and, after a 10 year break she took from working to raise her chil-dren, she found her calling in the Taft school district. “I was a school secretary in Jefferson Elementary School and I loved it,” said Dillingham. “I worked while my children were in school and I worked at the school they went to. Even now, I still wear red and black on Fridays.” Dillingham’s most memorable day at work involved the Jefferson student body and staff. “It was Secretary’s Day and they held an assembly in my honor,” said Dillingham. “It was so important to me, I still remember what I was wearing that day.” She got involved with the school district to have a job that would allow her to spend time with her family. “I wanted a job that allowed me to be a mom and work at the same time,” Dillingham explained. “When I worked at Jefferson, I had that.” Dillingham started working full-time and year-round in 1998 when she became the Executive Assistant. “As the Executive Assistant, I am the secretary to the Superinten-dent, I do a lot of human resources work to contact people that are looking for employment in the school district, I look over teacher credentials to make sure that everything is in order and correct and I take minutes and do the agenda for the board meetings,” explained Dillingham. Although Dillingham has a busy workday, she still finds time to be involved with the Relay for Life and the Church of Christ. “I am a 16-year breast cancer survivor,” said Dillingham. “I have been involved with the Taft Relay for Life for two years and I’ve been a part of the accounting team. I feel like donating my time is even better than just donating money. I’ve been going to the Church of Christ since I was six years old and I’m pretty much there whenever the doors are open.” Of course, Dillingham makes sure to find time to spend with her family and she also likes to read and sew. Whether she is helping the community through human re-sources or volunteer work, Dillingham’s efforts and commitment make her a valuable asset to the community of Taft.
Meet Your Public Servants, Janice Dillingham, Taft City School District Executive Assistant
Controversy – at least for one night, or maybe only for one item – returned to Taft City Council meetings Tuesday evening.Not since Ron Waldrop and then Orchel Krier joined the council late last year, has there been as much discussion for and against an item. The discussion was followed by a 2-for and 3-against vote on the proposal to apply for a $1 million grant to construct a Down-town Transit Center.The center would have been funded under Proposition 1B, Public Transportation Modernization Improvement. 1B was approved by the state’s voters in the November 2006 general election.A second item on the agenda, to apply for $400,000 under 1B as a back-up in case the city’s request for $1 million was denied, was also nixed in the same 2-to-3 vote.The $400,000 would have been for a downtown park-and-ride at the same site. Either grant would have required the city to pay environmental and staffing costs, which Public Works Manager Craig Jones estimated at about $5,000 plus staff time spent on the project.“If we don’t get funds for ... (the $1 million project) then we would hope for ... (the $400,000),” said Bob Gorson, city manager.He has discussed the proposal with Kern Council of Governments, Jones said.“They liked the idea,” he said. “(The center would) also house some city workers. There would be multiple use of the area by Kern Area Rural Transit ... (with) a 40-year economic life.”Councilmember Dave Noerr said he doesn’t disagree with the quality of the transit center or park-and ride projects.“But we must maintain it,” Noerr said. “It’s maintaining items – not building them – that breaks cities. There are no excess (city) funds for either of these (projects).“I don’t know if we have a need in the city of Taft for either ... (the center or the park-and-ride) at this time. I don’t agree with the ap-plications for the grants or the expenditures of funds.”City Manager Gorson asked, “Do we need this? My answer is yes ... to revitalize the downtown.“(Either project) connects to the regional transit system. Rider-ship will dramatically increase as the downtown develops. It is adequately sized for the future.”Mayor Randy Miller supported applying for the grants, which would come out of 1B funds allocated for projects in Kern County.“The money will get spent here of somewhere else (in Kern County) and we will pay for it. We are going to pay for ... (1B)
Summer is coming to an end and that means it’s back to school, back to homework, and back to a regular sleeping schedule for the majority of Taft’s youth. All of the schools in the Taft City School district start on August 22 and, as I’m sure you’ve heard, whooping cough vaccines are re-quired for students that will be enrolling in grades 7-12. For those of you that weren’t able to get the immunization this summer, there is still time. “The deadline for getting the Tdap vaccine was extended for another month,” said Janice Dillingham, the Taft City School District Executive Assistant. Conley School will be having Back to School Night on August 30, Jefferson School will be having Back to School Night on Sep-tember 1, Parkview School will be having Back to School Night on September 6 and Taft Primary School will be having Back to School Night on September 8. If you are enrolled at Taft Union High School, make sure you have your books, your class schedule and your completed summer work, if applicable, ready to go. If you’re new to the school, get familiar with the campus. You don’t want to be the freshman that accidentally walks into the senior Econ class…even though I’m sure it’s happened to all of us.
Taft College is also starting on Monday and Emmons Park Drive is being permanently closed off for the TIL program so make sure you arrive earlier to avoid any traffic jams or confusion. There will be a “Welcome to Taft College Day” barbeque on Sunday, August 21 from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. in the Quad. Come for food, music and back to school fun. All full semester classes start on Monday, but late start classes start on October 3rd and all classes, excluding first half classes, end on December 16th. The last day to enroll without add-authori-zation is August 21, and the last day to enroll with authorization is September 4th. Also, the last day for refunds is September 4th. Other deadlines can be found on www.taftcollege.edu under Stu-dent Services---Registration---Add/Drop Deadline Schedule. Taft College students can make counseling appointments all week Monday-Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Students can now make appointments online on the Taft College website.
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Taft City Council UpdateBy Kent Miller
By Nicole Frost
By Nicole Frost
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August 19 - 25, 2011 TAFT INDEPENDENT
How far would you go to help people in need? Would you climb 800 stories of stairs? Well, Pastor Billy Elliott of the Oasis Church of God in Tupman plans to do just that on September 3rd from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Next Step Cardio on Center Street. Elliott’s idea, “Climb for the Forgotten,” will be a charity event to raise money for homeless people in need. Proceeds will go towards providing food, clothing, bibles, sleeping bags and more. “God put the idea in my heart,” said Elliott. “Unless you’re homeless, you don’t really see them. That’s why they are ‘the forgot-ten.’” Elliott plans to climb 800 stories on a stair-simulating machine within the six-hour period of the event. That is eight times the size of the Empire State Building! “If you set your mind for something, God will set you up to be successful,” said Elliott. This isn’t the first time that Elliott used strength and determina-tion for a good cause. “I always look for different ways raise money,” said Elliott. “I’ve carried a cross for 5 miles and God gave me the strength to do it.” In addition to Elliott’s stair climbing, there will be an outdoor concert, featuring Rick Ogletree and The Chosen and Spirit and Truth Worship Band, held in the parking lot by the gym. There will also be t-shirts for sale for $10. Sponsors and donations are appreciated. “Some people are sponsoring per story, others are giving flat-rate donations,” said Elliott. This cause is especially important to Elliott because he knows how it feels to be homeless firsthand. “I’ve been homeless and I was on drugs for 20 years,” explained Elliott. “God gave me the freedom to overcome that and help others.” Elliott will be holding other outreach programs throughout the year and there will be a revival in January. If you are interested in helping the less-fortunate, come to Next Step Cardio and support! “Come and see what Jesus is all about,” said Elliott. “God is the answer that most people seek.”
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The Midway Sunset Lions would like to thank all of the patrons in our community for their generosity during our last fundrais-ing efforts. The Lions were able to give the All Star Band a check for $675 with help from Community donations, The Chamber, Taft Lions President, the Band for playing at the Bar-B-Que and local media. With our “Fill The Bus” Fundraiser, we were able to give the Taft City Schools $1,207 and $1,000 in school supplies, with the help of Community donations, Kings Nursery, Taft High A.S.B., Bright House, The Independent, and Grimway Farms for donating the watermelons. All of your help is appreciated.
When Cathy Edgecomb, branch supervi-sor of the Taft Library, saw the graphics accompanying the materials for the sum-mer reading program, she was inspired. Wouldn’t they make a nice mural on the front of the library, she mused. They were by Rafael Lopez, an artist recognized for his use of bold, vivid colors and magical symbolism. Mr. Lopez grew up in Mexico City, and his art is strongly influenced by the work of Mexican muralists. He has created large murals for public spaces, including the Urban Art Trail Project in downtown San Diego, where he lives with his wife and son. When Cathy told Leigh Golling, director of the Arts Council of Taft, about her idea, Leigh said, “I know just the person to make it happen.” She recommended Renae Ginther to oversee the project.Ms. Ginther, director of Visual Arts for the council, studied art and has a teaching credential in art education. She used Mr. Lo-pez’s work as the basis for the mural. Ms. Ginther wanted to involve the children of Taft. They submitted ideas and all four of their ideas were used. If you look closely at the books depicted in the mural, you will see they have illustrations from Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs, The Dairy of a Wimpy Kid, and The Island of the Blue Dolphin. The hurdle was all the politics and red tape. Once overcome, under Ms. Ginther’s supervision the project came into being. Mr. Lopez’s pictures were used as a guide. Taft kids painted essentials parts. Adult volunteers such, as Lynette Bolding, helped keep the work close to Mr. Lopez’s designs. The finished product speaks for itself. “You can’t make something like this happen,” says Ms. Ginther, “without sponsors.” True Value Hardware co-sponsored the mural along with the Friends of the Taft Library; the Art Council do-nated its time, and Hook & Son Painting donated supplies. “Their sponsorship was generous and enthusiastic.” “When you live in a place that’s hot and dry and dead, you need to infuse it with color and light and beauty,” Renae says. She hints that another project may be in the works but is not a liberty yet to say what it is. On Thursday, August 18th, the children who worked on the mural, their parents, and library friends gathered for a reception to celebrate the completion of the mural. In case you don’t know where the library is, it’s at 27 Emmons Park Drive next to Taft College.
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Local Man Climbs Stair Case To Heaven For The ForgottenBy Nicole Frost
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Tea Party Patriots Capture 57% of Iowa Straw VoteBy Dr. Harold Pease
Michele Bachmann was winner of the Iowa Straw Vote held August 13 with 29% of the vote. In a close second, just 152 votes behind her, was Ron Paul at 28%--together that totals 57%. The significance of this cannot be over-stated as the two are the only Tea Party Presidential candidates in the race and as such a significant majority of Iowans voted for the Tea Party philosophy. Will the establishment media notice this story and give adequate credit to the Tea Party Patriot influ-
ence? I am writing this the day of the straw vote. You will be able to answer that question for yourself when this column is published next week in your newspaper, but let me predict the answer. Not likely!! Iowa is the first hard evidence, in an election year, of where the nation is politically and it appears to be overwhelmingly in favor of Tea Party Patriot core values: limited Constitutional government, the free market, and fiscal responsibility—themes consistently emphasized by Bachmann and Paul. Polls are not hard evidence as they are too subject to who is polled and how questions are phrased so should not be given the same level of credibility. Media selected, front runner, Mitt Romney, who clearly did not get the kind of applause that Ron Paul or Newt Gingrich did in the Presidential debate held just two days before, only got 3%; an extremely low number for their favorite not likely to be emphasized by the major media. Were it anyone else he/she would be moved to the bottom of the stack until he/she proved himself/herself again elsewhere—perhaps in New Hampshire this winter. Rick Perry, announcing on the same day as the Iowa straw vote, and not campaigning at all in the state, received more votes than Mitt Romney. Based upon this Bachmann and Paul are the only real front-runners but the numbers are too close to give either of them a decisive victory over the other so media coverage of each should be somewhat equal. Only once has the Iowa straw vote actually picked the eventual winner but it does give the winner more exposure and the spotlight for a time—unless, of course, you are Ron Paul who consistently and unfairly gets downplayed. Will the estab-lishment media undermine or belittle this win, and Paul’s near victory (short by only 152 votes), as they already have the applause factor—he did get louder and more frequent applause than any other candidate? Based upon how he was treated in the last presidential election. Yes!! This is an excellent example of how the media guide us in our thinking. That is why in political science we teach that the first election is the media’s. Although the media have never understood or fully acknowledged the significance of the anger of the American people to excessive government and uncontrolled spending as exemplified by the approximately 2400 Tea Party gatherings held throughout the United States in the year 2009, the people have and this rage is apparently alive and well in the Mid-West. Falsely characterized as “Astroturf,” then “mobsters,” then “racists,” and, more recently by the Vice President as “terrorists,” has not deterred Tea Party followers but rather hardened these “political unseasoned ‘mom’ operations with homemade signs.” They have come to know that the core values they endorse are at the very heart of freedom and the Constitution and must be preserved. Anything could still happen in the weeks ahead as the actual vote comes this winter in New Hampshire then in South Carolina, but the race has begun with a clear cut win for the Tea Party Patriots. Unless the media successfully vilify, under-mine, or discredit them a sizable hurricane in the political world may follow. Certainly the establishment media did not see this one coming, especially not just out of the shoot so to speak as was the case in Iowa. Dr. Harold Pease is an expert on the United States Constitution. He has dedicated his career to studying the writings of the Founding Fathers and applying that knowledge to current events. He has taught history and political science from this perspective for over 25 years at Taft College. To read more of his weekly articles, please visit www.LibertyUnderFire.org.
Movie Review—The HelpBy Jane M McCabe
I finished reading The Help by Kathryn Stockett the day the movie opened in Bakersfield, so I also went to see it. This was not necessarily advisable because it made me acutely aware of the changes the movie-mak-ers had made—enough to be irritating but not enough to utterly ruin this fine story. (I didn’t recognize Cicely Tyson as Constantine. When she first appeared, I
couldn’t understand what she was saying and, my, has she aged! Sissy Spacek’s role as Ms. Hilly’s mother seemed overblown and gratuitous. In the book Ms. Celia never attains the cooking expertise indicated in the movie. I didn’t recall reading of Stuart’s final rejection of Skeeter. Skeeter’s mother didn’t run Ms. Hilly from their property…) Yada, yada. Nevertheless, the integrity of the story remained in tact. The Help is currently being read by more women in the United States than any other book. It’s a real publishing phenomenon! The theater auditorium was full when I saw it, but this was opening day. I suspect it may win the Academy Award for Best Picture next year… The Help has an interesting conceit, a story within a story. It’s the story of a young white woman, Skeeter, in Jackson, Mississippi, during the 1960’s, the Civil Rights era. She aspires to become a journalist and begins interviewing black maids, encouraging them to tell the truth of their situations. Now, this was a dangerous thing to do. If their employers got wind of it they would fire them. The maids can’t speak freely if they want to support their families. Yet, one maid, Albileen, played by Viola Davis, begins to talk. Her only son was killed at work and his body was unceremonious dumped at the hospital doorstep. Albileen works for Mrs. Lefort, a lady who is unable to love her only child, whom she deems unattractive. Albileen loves the child and strengthens her ego by telling her again and again, “You’re pretty. You’re kind. You’re smart.” Albileen’s son wanted to write about his people; now she is left to take up the challenge. She understands that speaking the truth is the only way their situa-tions might im-prove— maybe not for her but for the maids who follow..Pretty soon her best friend Minny, played by Octavia Spenser, an outspoken lady who was thus frequently canned, also begins to tell her story. Minny is wickedly funny. She works for Ms. Celia ( Jessica Chastain), a white-trash bombshell mar- ried to Mr. Johnny, a wealthy plantation owner. Taking care of the man- sion and cook- ing for her husband are beyond Celia’s ability. She can barely boil water. Things are transformed once she hires Minny—suddenly Johnny is eating better than ever before… I’m thinking how very rich this book is. Skeeter is able to interest a New York editor,. Elaine Stein, in the project, but she tells her that she wants the stories of a dozen maids. The book that comes into being is also called, “The Help.”It’s impossible for me to ruin this book for you by telling you too much about it (unless I write ten pages.) I only give you a taste. If you want the whole enchilada, you’ll have to read it. Read it first and then go see the movie. Underlying this wonderfully rich and entertaining story, like most really good stories, is a moral: Things begin to change when people have the courage to tell the truth.
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For Your HealthHcG, Miracle or Hype?
Hello everyone, I just could not help but to make my article on what seems to be the best obesity miracle of the decade, HcG (Human chorionic Gonadotropic). I have to admit I was skeptical, so I just had to do more research about it, and here’s what I found: Human chorionic Gonadotropic or HcG is a protein hormone secreted by the first trimester during pregnancy to keep the fetus from starving. It’s a peptide which means a hormone that’s release into the bloodstream that tells the body to use fat as the main source of fuel. The reason why other fad diets have been known to fail is because during the starvation stage,
the body uses protein as the main source of fuel not fat. As a consequence, weight loss is experienced, but most of it is from muscle tissue and starvation is followed by bingeing. HcG does the opposite, it reprograms the hypothalamus to tell the body to use stored fat helping it stay energized and to feel full with a small amount of calories. Side effects for HcG have not been clinically established but some websites indicate headaches due to the toxins being released into the bloodstream, muscle cramping from the low calories which can easily be alleviated by adding minerals to the diet, and constipation due to the lack of fiber. Until more research is done, the HcG diet seems a good alternative to obesity. My advice, follow the diet and add vitamins, minerals and high fiber to it. Also, just like other diets, if you do not change your eating habits, you will experience weight gain all over again.
A View From Center Street
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August 19 - 25, 2011 TAFT INDEPENDENT
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TAFT UNITEDMETHODIST CHURCH
630 North St. 765-5557
“Open Hearts, Open Minds, Open Doors”
Pastor Cindy BrettschneiderSunday Morning Worship 10:00 AM
Adult Bible Study and Sunday School 11 AMAdult Bible Study Monday 6:00 PMWednesday Night Service 6:00 PM
Praise Team meets on Thursday at 6:00 PM
Trinity Southern Baptist Church
400 Finley DriveWe invite you to join us
each week as we worship
Sunday Bible Study 9:45 amSunday Morning Worship 11:00 amSunday Evening Worship 6:00 pm
Wednesday Prayer & Bible Study 6:00 pm
New Hope Temple“Connecting Lives”
308 Harrison Street765-4572
Sunday Morning WorshipService 10 a.m.
Sunday Evening WorshipService 6 p.m
Bible Classes All AgesWednesday 7 p.m.
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St. Andrew’sEpiscopal Church
Sunday Service - 10 a.m.Rev. Linda Huggard
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Peace Lutheran Church- LCMSTaft- A caring community under Christ
We welcome you to worship with us at peace lutheran church, 26 Emmons Park Drive (across from the College). Worship service begins at 10:00 a.m.
Communion will be offered 1st and 3rd Sundays
Sunday School for all ages at 9:00 a.m.
The Pregnancy crisis center is now open and available for support and assistance. For information, call 763-4791
If you have a prayer request please call (661)765-2488. Leave a message if the pastor or secretary is not available
Angel Food Program Tues. 9am - 12pm Thurs. 3pm - 6pm
Sunday Services 10amUTURN Youth Service
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Monday Evening Mens Prayer 7:00Wednesday Evening Worship 6:30
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AIDE $10.00/hour
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direction of a Mainte-nance Leadperson. The Extra-help Maintenance
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Min. Qualifications: High School diploma or GED; and one (1) year of experience and/or
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I am sure most of you were alarmed by the actions of supervisors of the West Kern Water District during a training exercise in late July. If you don’t know what I am talking about, the supervisors of the District decided to hold a training exercise simulating a robbery of their front office. A masked man entered the building and handed a note to clerical assistant Kathy Lee that said he had a gun and he wanted her money. Let’s analyze this training incident and see what was effective and what wasn’t. First, it appears most of the employees were trained well. Kathy Lee complied with the robber, gave him the money, and was of the right mind to immediately jot down specific details of the assailant. No one was injured and an undisclosed amount of cash was taken. However, that is where anything positive about the training ends. None of the office staff were notified of the training incident so in their minds it was actually a robbery. As might be expected, not everyone handles stress the same. Kathy Lee is understandably shaken about the incident and im-mediately went out on workers comp. So instead of building up staff with confidence, the District is now paying for employees to stay at home to recover. However, it gets worse. Now that the event has been publicized, it is clear that the general public now understands the protocols of the West Kern Water District in regards to robberies. Any criminal who didn’t realize that District had an unprotected lobby to rob, definitely know now. Thankfully the District at least took into consideration that many of their customers are like me and pay our bills armed, so they ensured no one else was in the lobby during the incident. The whole discussion of firearms leads to an interesting concept. What did the WKWD supervisors really expect to happen when they pitted their unarmed employees against armed robbers? Knowing that their employees are rendered helpless by a “no firearms at work policy”, how could they expect anything less than feelings of terror in such an exercise? Online bloggers have been supporting the District have stated the office ladies need to toughen up and it could have been worse. They claim that the police and military go through more intense training than that. Well the police and military are armed too! If we really want to prepare the District employees to be prepared for a robbery, we ought to arm them. Arming the office staff would have prevented this harmful exercise from happening in the first place. Surely the supervisors would have understood that their masked employee would
have been shot on the spot for pulling a stunt against armed office staff. Most importantly, it would really prepare office staff for defending their lives from a violent robbery. In my opinion training people to be victims is criminal in itself. Give your employees the tools they need to survive a robbery, not just hope it works out for the best when subjected to the will of violent criminals. Finally, there needs to be accountability in this incident. General Manager Harry Starkey was quoted as saying, “The exercise as performed on Friday was redesigned without the consent of management to involve a mask and a reference to a gun.” The fact that management was not closely supervising this exercise is a pretty strong indicator that management is not doing their job. In fact I might even call that comment “passing the buck”. Whoever authorized this training incident should be fired. If the incident was altered without approval, then additionally fire the person who altered it and again fire the supervisor who authorized it for not properly supervising staff during its implementation. Might that be a little harsh? It sure is. However, the consequences of this incident are profound. The district immediately incurred expense in a workers comp claim, it resulted in very negative public relations, the public was made aware of how easy a target the WKWD is, and long term the district will likely face a costly lawsuit. This is our publicly controlled water district. We deserve a say in this incident and that is why I am speaking up. However, my desire to have a fiscally responsible wa-ter district really outweighs the immeasurable costs of the entire incident. Citizens of our community were terrorized on that Friday afternoon. Sure I can claim I would be a tough guy and it wouldn’t bother me, but there is no way for me to know how I would handle the situation until I experience it. And that should be something we all strive not to experience. No one should wish that anyone else ever is robbed and fear for their life. When your employer deliberately exposes you to that type of stress and negative experience, they must be held accountable. And when public servants are the cause, the people must demand accountability. To the members of the West Kern Water District Board, I hope you are reading and take your oath of office seri-ously. Please take steps to protect the laws of this land and the citizens you are supposed to serve.
since returned to work. The mock robbery involved a male district employee, as part of an emergency readiness exercise, who put on a mask and entered the district front office, according to Starkey, and handed the clerk a note claiming he had a gun, and an empty bag with instructions demanding money. Kathy Lee, unaware that the robbery had been staged by the district as a test of emergency procedures, was reportedly distraught by the incident. According to Starkey, the exercise strayed from the original plan to have a recognizable employee walk into the office and state that a robbery was in progress to see how employees would react to training. However, prior to the test, the plan was changed at the last moment to have an unidentified employee wear a mask and hand the clerk a threat-ening note demanding money. Starkey said that the test was originally planned to test employee readiness for emergency situations. In a written statement, Starkey ex-plained how the mock robbery was planned and changed by staff prior to the exercise. “Staff had been working for several months to develop training and exercises for the front counter staff that would prepare them for a possible robbery,” Starkey wrote in a statement to the Independent. “The plan was to perform a mock robbery with the ‘burglar’ being an employee that was clearly recognizable by the front counter staff. In other words, the exercise would be seen as an act and staff would then have the opportunity to practice the information learned in training. The exercise as performed on Friday was redesigned without the consent of management to involve a mask and a reference to a gun. The exercise as conducted was understandably upsetting to those involved. Their welfare is District’s foremost concern and we are working through the process with them.”
whatever we do.”Miller and Councilmember Paul Linder voted yes, while Noerr was joined by Krier and Waldrop in voting no.
Other itemsIn other agenda items, the council:* Selected the up-front savings option over the long-term savings option rebate to the city in its solar energy agreement with Conergy/Enfinity;* Continued a request from the City of Maricopa for building inspec-tions and related services. “It’s not a good idea at this time,” Gorson said;* Approved an extra-help maintenance aide classification and job speci-fications for part-time temporary workers to perform work that used to be done by inmates at the Taft California Correctional Facility since the state is taking away the inmates. “I see the need,” Noerr said. “It is very real. If we don’t (approve it), everyone will see the need”;* Approved applying for a grant of $98,588 under 1B for Taft Area Transit equipment, including security cameras for the Transit Transfer Station;* Approved moving the city garage to 333 Commerce Way, where the city’s Street Department and Taft Area Transit are located. The garage will move into the area that housed the Taft CCI Vocational Workshop, which will not be needed with the state inmates leaving;* Approved the use of city-owned vacant land between 6th and 10th streets and Front Street and Supply Row for small circle track pit bike/lawn mower races during the Taft Bike Fest, Sept. 2-4.
West Kern Water District Armed and Prepared?By Wesley Morris
West Kern Water District Continued from Page 3
Taft City Council Continued from Page 6
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