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As a way to help protect tribal members and Santa Ynez Valley residents, Sheriff’s deputies are assigned to patrol the Chumash Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indian Reservation and surrounding area. As per an agreement between the Sheriff’s Office and the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians that went into effect on January 1, 2015, deputies are contracted to provide law enforcement services on the reservation and surrounding Santa Ynez Valley. The deputies work out of an office located in the Tribal Administration Building.
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The Community Resource Deputy (currently vacant) is dedicated to providing ongoing community policing services to the tribe and serves as an ambassador with the surrounding Santa Ynez Valley community. She acts as a liaison with tribal, business and community organizations. Deputy Celeste Johnson is the Mitigation Deputy who also patrols the community and assist with crime prevention efforts. The focus of her position is to mitigate the potential for public safety problems, such as those related to alcohol consumption and crime prevention efforts.
Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians
Tribal Administration Building
100 Via Juana Rd
Santa Ynez, CA 93460
Mailing Address:
Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians
PO Box 517
Santa Ynez, CA 93460
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This event will not be livestreamed by the Sheriff's Office, however we will share a recording on our YouTube channel as soon as possible. We will also share a press release recap following the press conference. We are unable to field question in advance.
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🚨 Public Service Announcement: Text to 911 🚨
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Call if you can. Text if you can’t.📱Dispatchers are available and ready to help 👩💻👨💻
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It is critical in dangerous situations where speaking out loud could put you at risk ⚠️
It can help during medical emergencies when you cannot speak 🏥
During major network disruptions, texts may go through even when calls fail 📶
📌 Tips for Using Text to 911:
Text your exact location so help can be sent quickly 📍
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☕👮♂️ Join us for Coffee with a Cop in Orcutt!
The Sheriff`s Office is teaming up with Gina’s Piece of Cake for a relaxed, no-agenda meet-up on Saturday, December 20, from 9–11 a.m. Swing by, grab a free cup of drip coffee, and chat with the deputies who serve your community — including Community Resource Deputy Shawn Banks.
These casual conversations help us stay connected, hear what matters to you, and build stronger relationships one cup at a time.
📍 Gina’s Piece of Cake — 205 E. Clark Ave., Orcutt
🕘 Saturday, Dec. 20 | 9–11 a.m.
🍵 Free drip coffee for attendees!
We hope to see you there! #CoffeeWithACop #Orcutt #SBSheriff
🎓✨ Congratulations to Community Academy Class 25-2!
Over the past several weeks, this incredible group learned about everything from investigations and patrol operations to custody, communications, and the many specialty units that keep our county safe. 🚓
Programs like this help build a stronger, more connected community by opening doors, answering questions, and creating partnerships that last long after graduation. 🤝💛
We’re grateful for your time, curiosity, and commitment to understanding how your Sheriff’s Office serves you.
👏🎉 Great job, Class 25-2!
Today we celebrated four new deputies upon their graduation from the Allan Hancock College Law Enforcement Academy! 🎓💛 Big congratulations to Deputies Durnin, Pursifer, Weber, and Woolley — and an extra round of applause for Deputy Woolley, who received the Leadership Award! 👏⭐
🎓 Congratulations to Sergeant Jeff DeOrnellas on graduating from the Sherman Block Supervisory Leadership Institute! This milestone reflects his dedication to growth, service, and leading by example. We’re proud to have him on our team and look forward to the positive impact he’ll continue to make in our organization and community. 👏🚔
🎃👑 Three-peat CHAMPION! After taking home the pumpkin crown three years in a row, Jenn is officially retiring her paint brushes on top. 🏆🎨
This year’s winning entry? A perfectly painted Wednesday Addams—moody, iconic, and absolutely unbeatable. 🖤🕸️
Thank you, Jenn, for the creativity, the consistency, and the pumpkin legacy you leave behind. The patch won’t be the same without you… but we’ll try to carry on in spooky style. 🍂🧡
🎃 It’s time to pick your favorite pumpkin! Our team got creative for this year’s pumpkin decorating contest — now it’s your turn to decide the winner!
👇 Vote by commenting the number or name of your favorite pumpkin below.
🕛 Voting closes at noon on Halloween (October 31), and we’ll announce the winner that afternoon!
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