Poway Days Parade grand marshals named

Poway’s top law enforcement official has been selected to be grand marshal of the 51st annual Poway Days Parade on Saturday, Sept. 12.

Sheriff’s Capt. Jeff Maxin, in charge of the Poway sheriff’s station since April 2014, will lead the popular annual parade down Poway Road.

Sue Herndon, a longtime resident, civic leader and businesswoman, will be the parade’s honorary grand marshal.

The announcements were made Wednesday by Pauline Getz, chairwoman of the parade and president of the sponsoring Rotary Club of Poway-Scripps.

Getz said that Maxin was suggested by Poway Mayor Steve Vaus in recognition of the city’s low crime rate — the lowest of any city in San Diego County and among the lowest in the state. Maxin is a 26-year veteran of the department who has served in a wide variety of assignments. His Poway station duties also include overseeing the Ramona substation.

Herndon has been selling real estate in the area since 1985 and is well known for her charitable activities. A Rotarian, she is a passionate advocate on behalf of children and adults with special needs and last year launched the successful “Jack-O-Smash Family Fun Festival,” which returns this year on Nov. 1.

Getz said parade entries have surpassed 60 to date and that those interested in joining the parade should register at www.powaydaysparade.org.

Sponsors are also being sought to help underwrite parade costs, Getz said. Levels range from $5,000 to $100 and can be secured by completing a form available on the website, she said.