Oxnard-- In his report to the City Council Tuesday, March 21, City Manager Alex Nguyen said the City is having a community workshop from 8:30 a.m. until 12 p.m. on February 27, at 214 South C Street, for people to come and learn how to access utility bill assistance. “This is in partnership with Community Action of Ventura County,” he said. “For information, call them at 805-436-4000.” He s...
Feb 24, 2023
Ventura--Attendees enjoyed a fun, tranquil, and peaceful afternoon Sunday, February 19, as Cassie’s Cats and Kittens hosted a 60-minute Yoga relaxing class that included all levels, even beginners. THE class was led through the process by instructor Robin Briceno while the Cats mingled through the crowd and snuggled with the participants. Founder and President Jennifer Thompson chose not to...
Feb 24, 2023
Oxnard-- Deep inside the Murphy Auto Museum, a dedicated group of people who love model trains get together, sharing their mutual love of locomotives. THE Gold Coast Modular Railroad Club arrives each Saturday and Sunday and focuses on building the ultimate Train Village. Club Vice President George Carr said the Club started at the old Murphy location, which he visited before becoming a mem...
Feb 17, 2023
Oxnard-- The Finance & Governance Committee, Tuesday, February 14, received its 2021-2022 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and Summary Presentation. External Financial Auditors Eadie & Payne delivered the report, and Eden Casareno said Oxnard has a Clean Opinion for June 30, 2022. “Kudos to your management and the entire City for receiving a clean opinion,” she said. “This is t...
Feb 17, 2023
Port Hueneme--The City Council has a framework and process to hire a new City Manager and received an update on February 6. The City did not renew City Manager Brad Conners’ contract. The Council voted 3-2 on January 17 to appoint Human Resources/Risk Manager Nick Jones to oversee the recruitment process for the City Manager position. Jones elected to use a hybrid approach with a $25,000 to...
Feb 17, 2023
Oxnard--I hope everyone is having a great week, and it’s time to get busy again. FIRSTLY, I appreciate all the people who wished me a speedy recovery and how important the Tri County Sentry is to the community while I delivered the paper. Just so everyone knows, and in case my children happen to read this, I’m following the Doctor’s advice and meeting each challenge head-on. It’s funny how...
Feb 17, 2023
Oxnard-- The community discussion about adjusting expectations because of economic and social circumstances on February 7 continues with the Oxnard Arts Academy being launched in the Colonia Neighborhood. "THE pandemic waylaid a lot of our efforts,” City Manager Alex Nguyen said. “That classroom is open and in full operation. I believe they’ve already had one recital. We’re still looking for...
Feb 17, 2023
Oxnard-- The Community Services, Public Safety, Housing & Development Committee, Tuesday, February 14, adopted the Five-Year Public Housing Agency (PHA) Plan, Annual Agency Plan, and Capital Fund Program Five-Year Low Rent Public Housing Action Plan. THE item was presented by Housing Programs Manager Brenda Lopez, who said the Five-Year Housing Authority plan describes the Housing Author...
Feb 17, 2023
Oxnard-- After a long Covid layoff, the Oxnard Pal Boxing Program made its triumphant return to 350 K Street Monday, February 6. THE kids were excited to return, as the location was full of energy and excitement. The kids were ready to get back to work under the watchful eyes of coaches Pena and JoJo, who provided valuable instruction. Head Coach Luis Pena said he was the trainer before the...
Feb 10, 2023
Oxnard--The City Council, Tuesday, February 7, held a discussion regarding adjusting expectations because of economic and social circumstances. The discussion focused on supply chain disruptions in Oxnard, along with inflation and labor shortages. “We need to have a discussion about why we need to shift gears to have the correct pace,” City Manager Alex Nguyen said. “We also need to have a disc...
Feb 10, 2023
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