2025 VCFD Awards - April 24, 2025

The City of Thousand Oaks hosted the 2025 Ventura County Fire Department (VCFD) Awards ceremony on April 24, 2025, recognizing the dedication and bravery of firefighters, support staff, volunteers, and community members. The event highlighted numerous individual awards including Employee of the Year honors for administrative, business services, support services, fire prevention, and volunteer roles. Several firefighters were recognized for exceptional service across different battalions and special units, with notable mentions of grant writing achievements bringing over $500,000 in funding for equipment and training. The ceremony also honored life-saving actions during critical incidents such as confined space rescues, swiftwater rescues, and wildfire responses, with multiple medals of valor awarded to personnel and community members who demonstrated extraordinary courage. While the meeting focused primarily on awards and recognition, it also underscored the importance of interagency cooperation and community support in emergency response efforts. No specific procurement or contract discussions were identified during the event.