Chris Frost

Audit findings move forward

Ventura—The Board of Supervisors review of its plan and schedule of prior audit findings during its Tuesday, May 19, meeting continues with David Showalter, the partner for Eide Bailly asking for any questions. “I want to thank the County for all their work and effort they did with the audit,” he said. “We appreciate the partnership in this particular year’s audit, and we had quite a few progra...

May 29, 2026

Council approves Avalon Homes P&Z Permit

Oxnard—The City Council, on May 19, approved the Avalon Homes Planning and Zoning Permit. Planning Supervisor Jamie Peltier presented the project, and the applicant, Tanner Shelton, with San Belt. “The project request consists of two major components, a residential development, and preserved open space,” she said. “The proposed subdivision divides the vacant properties into 10 lots, three o...

May 29, 2026

Supervisors review recruitment and retention

Board Chairman Jeff Gorrel introduced the report. Photo Courtesy County of Ventura Ventura—The Board of Supervisors reviewed its recruitment and retention efforts during its Tuesday, May 19, meeting. BILL Friedal with the County’s Executive Office, Human Resources Division, said his report fulfills the State’s requirement on job retention and recruitment efforts. AB2561 became effective on...

May 29, 2026

Supervisors Praise Public Works

Ventura—The Board of Supervisors, review of Public Works Week continues with Manager of the Year. DIRECTOR Greg Straka said the nominees are Tobie Mitchell from Central Services, Devi Nallamala from Engineering Services, Matt Hespenheide from Roads & Transportation, David Laak from Watershed Protection, and Homer Arrendondo from Water & Sanitation. “The Winner is David Laak,” Straka...

May 29, 2026

Officers Memorialized

Oxnard—The Oxnard Police Department held its 27th Annual Memorial Ceremony on Wednesday, May 13, honoring those who died in the line of duty. Rabbi Dove Muchnik, from Chabad of Oxnard, called on those in attendance to pay tribute to the City’s fallen Officers. "IMMORTALIZE those whose lives are dedicated to preserving the safety and security of our people,” he said. “They gave the ultimate s...

May 29, 2026

Oxnard memorial ceremony is a moving tribute

Oxnard—On Wednesday, May 13, the Oxnard Police Department held its 27th Annual Memorial Ceremony, honoring and paying tribute to those who died while on duty. THE solemn event was packed with residents and family members who lost loved ones, Oxnard Police Department Officers, the Oxnard Fire Department, dignitaries, and fellow Officers from out of State. Oxnard Police Department Chief Jason...

May 22, 2026

Supervisors review prior Audit findings

Ventura—The Board of Supervisors reviewed its plan and schedule of prior audit findings during its Tuesday, May 19, meeting. Jason McGuire, Services Deputy Director for Financial Management Reporting, presented the audit findings, and he said the audit was conducted in accordance with Federal Regulations. “At the February 10 Board meeting, you received and filed the County’s 2025 annual compreh...

May 22, 2026

Eastlake honored By City Council

Oxnard—During his Tuesday, May 19, City Council Meeting, the Body honored Marisue Eastlake for over 20 years of service to the City of Oxnard. Mayor Pro Tem Gabe Teran read the proclamation, and he said Marisue was promoted to Recreation Supervisor, where she assumed comprehensive responsibility for Senior Services Programming, including Senior Centers, the retired Seniors, and Seniors in Mo...

May 22, 2026

Memorial Day commemorated

Oxnard—During the Tuesday, May 19 meeting, the Oxnard City Council invited its Memorial Day Committee to receive a proclamation declaring Monday, May 25, as Memorial Day. DISTRICT 4 Council Member Gabriela Rodriguez read the proclamation, which said, “whereas, on Memorial Day, our Nation pauses to reflect on our brave men and women in uniform, and their sacrifice to protect the interests of...

May 22, 2026

Public Works Week

Ventura—The Board of Supervisors, on Tuesday, May 19, celebrated National Public Works Week and invited Director Greg Straka to speak at the celebration. BOARD Chair Jeff Gorell said he was excited to bring the item forward and that Ventura County Public Works is inviting community groups to the campus to highlight all things Public Works that keep community members safe and keep the communi...

May 22, 2026

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