The name 
One Step 
A La Vez 
was chosen by Fillmore-Piru youth to show that you can always take 
One Step 
At A Time 
toward a positive future. 

Our name includes both 
English 
and 
Spanish 
to reflect and value the dual heritage of our community.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service

posted Jan 17, 2012 5:53 PM by Cindy Escoto


The 2 Rivers Park and
Community Clean - Up, January 16, 2012












 







DJ Tristik








One Step & Fillmore Explores Holiday Cheer

posted Dec 21, 2011 11:26 AM by Cindy Escoto

December, 2011



One Step A La Vez & the Fillmore Explorers decorating the North Fillmore Substation in preparation for the Annual Toy Giveaway!!!














One Step in FIllmore Lions Club Annual Christmas Parade

posted Dec 19, 2011 3:31 PM by Cindy Escoto

December, 2011

One Step in the Annual Fillmore Lions Club Christmas Parade.


























Fillmore Lions Club donates to One Step

posted Dec 15, 2011 1:43 PM by Cindy Escoto   [ updated Dec 15, 2011 1:44 PM ]




November 21, 2011

Fillmore Lions Club presented OSAL with a donation for 1250.00.  OSALV was recognized for their commitment to empowering youth and working making change in the community. 






picture courtesy of The Fillmore Gazette (http://www.fillmoregazette.com)

Chevron Mailing 11/29/11

posted Dec 6, 2011 4:57 PM by Cindy Escoto   [ updated Dec 6, 2011 5:01 PM ]

Chevron held a Community forum on Thursday, November 3, 2011.  This is the mailing that was sent to the whole community:


Here is a video of the forum courtesy of The Fillmore Gazette ( http://www.youtube.com/user/TheFillmoreGazette and http://thefillmoregazette.com/):

YouTube Video



This is the follow-up mailing Chevron  sent out to the community of Fillmore on November 29. 2011:

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Allen King, geologist presents at the One Step Center

posted Dec 6, 2011 1:47 PM by Cindy Escoto




November 21, 2011

Allen King, local geologist presented at the One Step Center as part of the Superfund Committees ongoing effort in researching the Pacific Coast Pipeline (PCPL) formerly the Texaco Rfeinery Station.  Mr.  King gave the committee a brief description of the land that the site is located on, and an indepth explanation of terms such as watershed, bedrock, alluvium,  and local faults. 
The Superfund Committees goals include having a clear understanding of what the data released by the EPA means, and how it affects our community of Fillmore. If you are interested in joining the Superfund Committee please contact daniel@myonestep.org and cindy@myonestep.org.





One Step Scholarship Support

posted Dec 5, 2011 2:10 PM by Cindy Escoto   [ updated Dec 6, 2011 1:55 PM ]





Senior Scholarship Support was sponsored by One Step A La Vez and Kathy Vargas of Fillmore Mail Stop.  Students were able to get support with applications/applying for college admission, financial aid, scholarship, essay assistance and more.










Larissa Martinez won the $250 cash scholarship offered by Kathy Vargas of The Mail Stop.  Larissa completed all of the requirements for the grant by successfully completing all six essays and completing her Bill and Melinda Gates scholarship.  In addition, in the scholarship was a computer bag full of school supplies, valued at approximately $150.  Congratulations to Larissa!




 






The next scholarship help offered will be on Dec 5 at 6:00pm at the One Step Center to work on Ventura County Community Foundation Scholarships.

Dr. James Dahlgren at the One Step Center

posted Dec 3, 2011 5:07 PM by Cindy Escoto


    The Superfund Committee meets weekly to discuss, organize and advocate for the continued clean-up of the Pacific Coast Pipeline (PCPL). PCPL is a superfund site located on the eastern border of Fillmore that was deemed hazardous to humans and listed on the Environmental Protection Agency's National Priority List in 1989.  Dr, James Dahlgren expert toxicologist and his team Trevor & Maria, visited the One Step Center on November 14. Our goals include having a clear understanding of what the data released by the EPA means, and how it affects our community of Fillmore. If you are interested in joining the Superfund Committee please contact daniel@myonestep.org and cindy@myonestep.org



For more information on the Superfund Site please visit:

Environmental Protection Agency Fillmore Pacific Coast Pipeline (formerly known as Fillmore Texaco Refinery)
http://yosemite.epa.gov/r9/sfund/r9sfdocw.nsf/3dec8ba3252368428825742600743733/c82aabe3473ca60288257007005e946a!OpenDocument

Dr.  James Dahlgren
http://www.jamesdahlgrenmedical.com/


One Step Fall Feast

posted Nov 30, 2011 1:11 PM by Cindy Escoto   [ updated Nov 30, 2011 1:15 PM ]

One Step Members cooked up an amazing Fall Feast.  They arrived at the Center at 9am and headed to Vons to shop.  After about an hour trip, they arrived at the Center ready to cook!!!  Members cooked healthy fall recipes which included turkey, mashed potatoes, yams, green bean casserole and more.  Included in the busy day were salsa dance lessons and games by Amelia Aparicio.  Sponsored by Kaiser. 


















College Bound - College Tours

posted Nov 30, 2011 1:07 PM by Cindy Escoto   [ updated Nov 30, 2011 1:09 PM ]

During Fall break (October, 20111), One Step A La Vez visited the local community colleges in Ventura County.  Students visited Moorpark, Oxnard, Ventura and College of the Canyons.  Students were given a short, informative presentation on majors and services that each respective campus offered.   The presentation included information on the application process, financial aid, campus support services, tutoring center, library, EOPS, transfer requirements, student government and clubs.  Students also toured each campus. College Tours sponosred by PHAC.







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