Tom Waddell

• Happy fall from the Waddell State Farm Agency! Fall is one of our favorite seasons. Enjoy the fall colors where-ever you travel.

• Halloween is a fun time for trick or treaters. Be watchful for the goblins and ghosts when you drive.

• October is National Fire prevention Month – #NATIONALFIREPREVENTIONMONTH That means it's time for us all to take the precautionary steps to prevent dangerous and life-threatening fires. These are the months when we turn on the heat to keep our homes warm. While we need to keep our homes warm, there are steps we should take to prevent a fire. One Tip: Make sure smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors are working. Place a fire detector every level of the home and test them monthly. Replace batteries annually.

Here are some interesting facts about me:

• I was born and raised in Torrance, California.

• I graduated from Torrance High School.

• I hold a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry from Cal State Northridge.

• I have been happily married to my sweetheart, Gayle, for over 39 years.

• Our family is blessed with 6 children, their spouses, 7 grandchildren, and 3 great-grandchildren.

• During my free time, I enjoy traveling, hiking, gardening, and spending quality time with my family.

• I have served as the Director and Past Chair of the Oxnard Chamber of Commerce, now known as the West Ventura County Business Alliance.

• I have also been a Director and Past Chair of Goodwill Industries for Ventura & Santa Barbara Counties.

• At Peace Lutheran Church in Camarillo, I hold the position of Elder.

• I have been actively involved with the Boy Scouts of America as a previous Scoutmaster and Cubmaster.

• I have also managed and coached youth sports teams.