On the two-year anniversary of his passing, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors today unanimously approved a motion by Supervisor Kathryn Barger to rename the Castaic Sports Complex in honor of Deputy Ryan M. Clikunbroomer. The newly named Ryan M. Clinkunbroomer Castaic Sports Complex will stand as a lasting tribute to his service, sacrifice, and dedication to the community.
“Deputy Ryan Clinkunbroomer will never be forgotten,” stated Supervisor Kathryn Barger. “Renaming the Castaic Sports Complex in his honor is a way to keep his memory alive and ensure future generations know the depth of his commitment to his community. This dedication is more than a name on a building. It’s a tribute to his life, his legacy, and the family who proudly carried the badge before him.”
Deputy Ryan M. Clinkunbroomer, an eight-year veteran of the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, was tragically killed while on duty in the Antelope Valley on September 16, 2023. A fourth-generation deputy whose family’s legacy of service stretches back decades, Clinkunbroomer is remembered for his courage, kindness, and dedication to mentoring new deputies.
As part of today’s action, the Board also directed the Department of Parks and Recreation to collaborate with the Association for Los Angeles Deputy Sheriffs (ALADS) and the Los Angeles County Parks Foundation to establish an annual scholarship supporting youth programs at the newly renamed sports complex.
Click here to view a video of Supervisor Barger’s comments during today’s Board of Supervisors meeting.