Oxnard—The City Council, on Tuesday, September 1, unanimously proclaimed October as Down Syndrome Awareness Month in Oxnard.MAYOR Luis McArthur said it's important to recognize Down Syndrome Awareness Month in October, raise awareness about Down syndrome, and challenge stereotypes and barriers."Also to highlight their abilities and accomplishments," he said. "I think many of us have family memb...
Sep 4, 2026
Oxnard—The City Council during its Tuesday, September 1 meeting ratified an emergency order for sewer collection system repairs at Hemlock Street and Patterson Road.ACCORDING to City code, Mayor Luis McArthur said the Director of Public Works may dispense with public bidding requirements pursuant to contract code section 22050 to make emergency repairs to the City's sewer collection system and...
Sep 4, 2026
Ventura— During the Tuesday, May 1 Board of Supervisors meeting, the Moment of Inspiration went to Tammie Helmuth and the Girl Scouts of California's Central Coast.BOARD Chair Jeff Gorell said she's a remarkable young leader after they met."The local Girl Scouts have more than 10,000 members across six Counties, and 50 percent represent Ventura County," he said. "The Girl Scouts have a long tra...
Sep 4, 2026
Oxnard—The City Council will consider its Park Bench and Tree Donation Program at its next City Council meeting. ASSISTANT Public Works Director Steve Howlett presented the item, and he said the Department has received inquiries from residents about purchasing memorials at Ormond Beach Park to honor a family member and a tree at any City Park to honor victims of domestic violence. “The City...
Aug 28, 2026
Oxnard—City Clerk Luly Lopez discussed the League of California Cities 2026 Annual Conference voting delegate in advance of the City Council’s Tuesday, September 1 meeting. THIS year’s League of California Cities Annual Conference is scheduled for Wednesday, September 23. The League’s annual business meeting will be held at 12 p.m. on Friday, September 25, to consider and take action on res...
Aug 28, 2026
Ventura—The City Council on Tuesday, August 18, reviewed the arts and culture definitions framework and grant program redesign. ASSISTANT Parks and Recreation Director Emily Fox presented the item. Recreation Manager Rebecca Ellis also joined her, along with David Plettner-Saunders of the Cultural Planning Group, and Fox said the project grew out of two key City Council actions. “In Februar...
Aug 28, 2026
Ventura—The City Council on Tuesday, August 18, decided to keep working on an ordinance amending sections 16.210.070 and 16.215.030 of the municipal code to change time limits in City-owned parking lots, allow paid parking in City-owned parking lots, and establish a new downtown parking permit program. THE long and complicated discussion asked pointed questions from assorted Council Members...
Aug 28, 2026
Oxnard—The City Council, on Tuesday, September 1, will discuss an emergency order for a sewer collection system repair. WASTEWATER Division Manager Jan Hauser introduced the item and said Hemlock Street and Patterson Road need sewer system repairs. He said the Director of Public Works emergency order should be able to dispense with public bidding requirements, pursuant to Public Contract Co...
Aug 28, 2026
Channel Islands—The Concerts by the Sea series may be winding down for 2026, but not before Lil Bit of Everything left their mark that won’t be forgotten.“LIL Bit of Everything is a country band playing 80s and 90s rock and country favorites with musicians John Medlen (guitar & vocals), Kenny Lewis (bass & vocals), and Lou Franco (drums).”Lead singer Vanise Terry delivers rock-solid voc...
Aug 28, 2026
Oxnard—The Bumble Bee Preschool Planning Commission discussion continues, with key conditions of approval starting with a new trash enclosure for the proposed preschool and other uses on the property, which must be built before the city issues a certificate of occupancy or a zone clearance. “THE construction of the trash enclosure must be in accordance with City Council Ordinance 3007 and Ci...
Aug 28, 2026
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