Commercial Cannabis Business Applicants Virtual Presentations

The City of Ventura will hear one-hour virtual presentations from five finalists applying for three remaining commercial cannabis business permits on Wednesday, August 9, 2023. The presentations will be live-streamed on the City's YouTube channel.

Schedule...

Community Development report on appellants' applications

In compliance with San Buenaventura Municipal Code (“SBMC”) Section 6.420.230.(a)(5), Community Development has completed its analysis of the five appellants’ applications. The report has been provided to the CIty Manager for...

City Council approves increase for commercial cannabis permits

In October 2022, three commercial cannabis permits were conditionally awarded. The five Phase IV applicants who were not awarded conditional permits appealed that decision. 

On Monday, July 24, 2023, City Council voted to approve an increase in th...

Cannabis Permits - Council Meeting Monday, December 5, 2022

City of Ventura Staff will be presenting to the City Council regarding cannabis on Monday, December 5, 2022.   

City Council will be asked to clarify the number of permits to be issued and whether Phase IV of the licensing process should ...

City Manager Selects Top Applicants

Ventura, Calif. — The Ventura City Manager Alex D. McIntyre selected the finalists for the City’s first round of commercial cannabis permits. The three retail businesses that have been conditionally awarded permits are Responsible and ...

Phase IV Timeframe Extended

Due to a few delays, Phase IV of the commercial cannabis selection process, City Manager's Final Selection, is being extended through the end of October 2022.  

Public Comment Period Extended

The new deadline to share public input about cannabis applicants and/or proposed locations is Friday, July 29, 2022.  Submit your public comment, watch the Cannabis Community Meeting, and see applicant PowerPoint presentations here: https://www.c...

Live Stream Tonight's Meeting and Order of Presentations

LIVE STREAM LINK: 

https://www.youtube.com/cityofventura/live

Watch the Cannabis presentations tonight using the live stream link.  This is not a hybrid meeting and this link is for viewing purposes only.   There will not be virtu...

Ranking of Applicants After Part 1 of Phase III

Part 1 of Phase III: “Further Evaluation, Interviews, and Scoring” of the cannabis business permit application process has concluded.  Below is a ranking sheet of Applicants who participated in the interviews.  The ra...

Updated List of Proposed Locations and Interview Info

Updated List of Proposed Locations

See the City's Cannabis Information webpage for an updated list of proposed commercial cannabis business locations.  This information can be found under the section titled, "Proposed Locations - 2/2...

Rescheduling of Cannabis Interviews

***Please read this important message about rescheduling of cannabis applicant interviews.***

The cannabis applicant interviews for the City of Ventura were previously scheduled for the first two weeks of February 2022, however, due to the surge in Covid-1...

List of Proposed Locations and FAQs - City of Ventura Cannabis Information

See the City's Cannabis Information webpage for a List of Proposed Locations for Cannabis Business Permit applications in Application Period 1 and also see the updated Cannabis FAQs.

City of Ventura Cannabis Applications Tentative Timeline

See the tentative timeline for cannabis applications posted to the City website below.

Commercial Cannabis Business Permit Applications, Period 1

Tentative Timeline

IMPORTANT NOTE: The timeline provided below includes approximate timeframes and these timefra...

Cannabis Applications Due Today, 8/11/21 before 4:00 pm

Cannabis Applications Due Today, 8/11/21 before 4:00 pm

Application packets may be delivered in person between 2-4:00 pm on August 11, 2021, in the lobby near the front door of the Ventura City Hall, 1st floor (501 Poli Street, Ventura, CA 93003). &nbs...

Cannabis - Criminal Background Check Link

Please see the section below that was added to the Cannabis Information webpage for convenience.  This can be found under the Application tab and is also more information is provided in the Application Procedures & Guidelines.

Criminal Backgro...

8/5/21 Cannabis FAQs Posted

Please see the FAQs posted today, 8/5/21.  To see all FAQs, click here.

Retail Store Front v. Non-Store Front with Delivery

Question

I have a follow up question about a delivery component. We understand now that we will have to apply for a...

8/4/21 Cannabis FAQs Posted

Please see the Cannabis FAQs posted today, 8/4/21.  To see all FAQs click here.

Operating Hours for Retail

Question

What are the hours of operation for a retail store? In the code, it just refers to the business permit. ...

8/2/21 Cannabis FAQs Posted

Please see the Cannabis FAQs posted today, 8/2/21.  To se  all FAQs click here.

Premise Diagram Scale

Question

On Section D for Security, it says that we need to have a premise diagram that is a minimum of 1/4” scale. Ho...

7/29/21 Cannabis FAQs Posted

The following FAQs were posted today, 7/29/21.  To see all cannabis FAQs, click here.

Application Photographs

Question

Section F(5)(G) requests “photographs of existing site and buildings”; Section H(2) also requests ph...

7/28/21 Cannabis FAQs Posted

The following FAQs were posted today, 7/28/21.   To see all cannabis FAQs, click here.   

Fencing Requirement

Question: 

Is it a huge deal if there is not an ability to install a per...

Cannabis Delivery Services and Retail Permits FAQ

Please see the FAQ below clarifying Cannabis Delivery Services and Retail Permits as there have been multiple questions about this topic.  

You may see all cannabis FAQs here: https://www.cityofventura.ca.gov/Faq.aspx?TID=77

Question

We have reviewe...

Zoning Verification Letter - File by July 26, 2021

ZONING VERIFICATION LETTERS 

Reminder: Because Zoning Verification Letters (ZVL) take 10 working days for the City to process, to ensure a timely return of your processed ZVL in order to submit it with your completed cannabis application, you shou...

7/20/21 New Cannabis FAQs and Updates to Webpage

New Cannabis FAQs have been posted today, 7/20/21, to the City's webpage.  Be sure to read the questions and answers here: https://www.cityofventura.ca.gov/Faq.aspx?QID=429

Updates have also been made to Zoning Verification section of the...

7/9/21 Cannabis FAQs Posted

The following FAQs and information have been posted today, 7/9/21.

What revisions were made to the Application Procedures & Guidelines on 7/7/21?

 The revised Application Procedures & Guidelines are posted to the City’s Cannabis I...

Orientation FAQs

Please see the questions below that were asked at the Orientation Meeting on June 23, 2021.  The answers were pending staff review and discussions.  You may watch the entire Orientation Meeting video recording here: https://www.youtube.c...

Cannabis Application Documents Posted

Application documents for Commercial Cannabis Business Permits are released as of June 21, 2021.  The Cannabis Orientation "Kick Off" Meeting will be held Wednesday, June 23, 2021 at 3:00 pm.  You must register in order to atte...

Cannabis Orientation "Kick Off" Meeting and New FAQs - 6/3/21

You may now register for the Orientation "Kick Off" Meeting.  The information in this update has been posted to the City's Cannabis FAQs. 

When is the application period and the Orientation Kick Off?

 The Application Per...

3 New Cannabis Application FAQs Posted - 5/27/21

The 3 FAQs below were posted to the City’s website today on 5/27/21.  To see the full list of all FAQs, go to: https://www.cityofventura.ca.gov/Faq.aspx?TID=77

May I submit more than one application?

Applicants possessing ownership interest of five...

Application Period and Orientation Postponed

APPLICATION PERIOD AND ORIENTATION POSTPONED

This is an important notice that the City of Ventura will delay the opening of Application Period 1 for Commercial Cannabis Business Permits until Monday, June 28.  The new 45-day Application Period 1 w...

Planning Courtesy Notices August 2023

Planning Courtesy Notices

The purpose of this courtesy notice is to inform residents about project proposals early in the review process.  Staff highly encourages residents to share their perspective on projects as early in the process a...

Notice of Availability Local Coastal Program Amendments

Notice is hereby given, in accordance with Public Resources Code Section 30500 et seq., that the City of San Buenaventura has prepared a draft Local Coastal Program (LCP) Land Use Plan (LUP) and Implementation Plan&...

Planning Courtesy Notices July 2023

Planning Courtesy Notices

The purpose of this courtesy notice is to inform residents about project proposals early in the review process.  Staff highly encourages residents to share their perspective on projects as early in the process a...

Planning Courtesy Notices June 2023

Planning Courtesy Notices

The purpose of this courtesy notice is to inform residents about project proposals early in the review process.  Staff highly encourages residents to share their perspective on projects as early in the process a...

Development Map

Development Map

Looking for development projects in specific areas of Ventura? Explore the City's interactive Community Development Map providing real-time updates on the progress of each project. The map also features contact information for the ...

Planning Courtesy Notices May 2023

Planning Courtesy Notices

The purpose of this courtesy notice is to inform residents about project proposals early in the review process.  Staff highly encourages residents to share their perspective on projects as early in the process a...

Form-Based Code Overlay

Purpose

The City of Ventura recently adopted its 6^th Cycle (2021-2029) Housing Element in January 2022. In order to provide enough housing in the city, several sites were identified as suitable for housing in the Housing Element, one on Telegraph ...

Public Calendars

Are you looking for upcoming public meetings?

Planning Courtesy Notices February 22, 2023 - Revised

Draft Local Coastal Program Amendment

Draft Local Coastal Program Amendment - NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY AND NOTICE OF HEARINGS

San Buenaventura Municipal Code Amendment to Amend Division 24 (Zoning Regulations) for Streamlining Purposes 

Notice of Availability (PDF) - Draft LCP Implementa...

Development Map

Development Map

Looking for development projects in specific areas of Ventura? Explore the City's interactive Community Development map providing real-time updates on the progress of each project. The map also features contact information...

Cannabis Information

Latest updates and information regarding commercial cannabis in the City of Ventura.

Planning Courtesy Notices April 28, 2023

The purpose of this courtesy notice is to inform residents about project proposals early in the review process.

Staff highly encourages residents to share their perspective on projects as early in the process as possible because that will allow potential issues to be most effectively addressed. These proposals will be acted on at a future public hearing after the C...

Planning Courtesy Notices March 31,2023

Planning Courtesy Notices March 31,2023

Planning Courtesy Notices

The purpose of this courtesy notice is to inform residents about project proposals early in the review process.  Staff highly encourages residents to share their perspective on projects as early in the process a...

Planning Courtesy Notices -January 31, 2023

Planning Courtesy Notices

The purpose of this courtesy notice is to inform residents about project proposals early in the review process.  Staff highly encourages residents to share their perspective on projects as early in the process a...

Planning Courtesy Notices - December 23, 2021

Planning Courtesy Notices - December 23, 2021

Planning Courtesy Notices

The purpose of this courtesy notice is to inform residents about project proposals early in the review process.  Staff highly encourages residents to share their perspective on projects as early in the process a...

Planning Courtesy Notices - November 17, 2021

City of Ventura

Planning Courtesy Notices

The purpose of this courtesy notice is to inform residents about project proposals early in the review process.  Staff highly encourages residents to share their perspective on projects as early in the process a...

Planning Courtesy Notices - October 18, 2021

City of Ventura

Planning Courtesy Notices

The purpose of this courtesy notice is to inform residents about project proposals early in the review process.  Staff highly encourages residents to share their perspective on projects as early in the process as possible...

Planning Courtesy Notices 11/21/2022

Planning Courtesy Notices

 The purpose of this courtesy notice is to inform residents about project proposals early in the review process.  Staff highly encourages residents to share their perspective on projects as early in the process a...

Planning Courtesy Notices 10/20/2022

Planning Courtesy Notices

 The purpose of this courtesy notice is to inform residents about project proposals early in the review process.  Staff highly encourages residents to share their perspective on projects as early in the process a...

Planning Courtesy 09/21/2022

Planning Courtesy Notices

The purpose of this courtesy notice is to inform residents about project proposals early in the review process.  Staff highly encourages residents to share their perspective on projects as early in the process a...

Planning Courtesy Notices 8/25/2022

Planning Courtesy Notices

 The purpose of this courtesy notice is to inform residents about project proposals early in the review process.  Staff highly encourages residents to share their perspective on projects as early in the process a...

Planning Courtesy Notices 7/25/2022

Planning Courtesy Notices

 The purpose of this courtesy notice is to inform residents about project proposals early in the review process.  Staff highly encourages residents to share their perspective on projects as early in the process a...

Planning Courtesy Notices -05/25/22

Planning Courtesy Notices

 The purpose of this courtesy notice is to inform residents about project proposals early in the review process.  Staff highly encourages residents to share their perspective on projects as early in the process a...

Planning Courtesy Notices -4/25/22

Planning Courtesy Notices

The purpose of this courtesy notice is to inform residents about project proposals early in the review process.  Staff highly encourages residents to share their perspective on projects as early in the process a...

Planning Courtesy Notices -3/24/22

Planning Courtesy Notices

The purpose of this courtesy notice is to inform residents about project proposals early in the review process.  Staff highly encourages residents to share their perspective on projects as early in the process a...

Ventura Fire puts new ladder truck into service with 'push-in' ceremony

A state-of-the-art fire truck was unveiled and officially put into service, signifying its readiness to respond to emergencies in Ventura for the next 25 years.

Ondulando is Ventura’s first nationally recognized Firewise community

These 640 property owners have taken proactive steps to reduce their risk from wildfire.

New Hazardous Materials Reporting Requirements

In support of a new statewide requirement known as Assembly Bill (AB) 2059, Ventura Fire will enforce new reporting thresholds for hazardous materials related to storage, dispensing, use, and handling in retail establishments.

VYBA 2023-24 Season Registration

Ventura Youth Basketball Association is back for its 65th season! In-person registration and skills testing dates begin in October for grades 2-8.

Next Step for the General Plan Update

The draft Land Use Designations and Preferred Land Use Map, presented at the 9/11 Council meeting, has been extended to the Council meeting on 9/25/23. Read more.

ArtWalk events at City Hall!

On September 23 and 24, Ventura City Hall will be open to all art enthusiasts and residents to partake in ArtWalk 2023!

Read the latest My Ventura Community Newsletter

The bi-weekly email newsletter shares updates on recent news, events, and topics of interest for Ventura residents.

Commercial cannabis business permits

Following a thorough Phase IV reassessment, Interim City Manager Don Penman has granted approval to three additional recipients for commercial cannabis conditional permits. The three recipients are MOM Ventura, located at 3868 East Main Street; Shryne Ven...

Bill Ayub New City Manager

The City of Ventura is pleased to announce the appointment of William "Bill" Ayub as the new City Manager, effective August 8, 2023.

Celebrate Ventura County's 150th anniversary

Ventura County and the Museum of Ventura County will be holding a series of family-friendly pop-up celebrations!

Ventura Launches Groundbreaking Compost and Mulch Giveaway Program

The City of Ventura, in partnership with Agromin, introduces a groundbreaking program: free compost and mulch for residents. Enhance your gardening and landscaping with high-quality materials while making the City of Ventura a more climate resilient place

Fall Activity Guide now available!

Registration begins Tuesday, August 2, 2023, at 12:00 p.m. View over 300 programs happening this September through January.

Register for Ventura’s email newsletters

Get the latest news, events, and updates sent straight to your inbox! Sign up and receive City of Ventura email newsletters for any topics of interest. You can change your selections or unsubscribe at any time.

New Building Express Insta-Permits

 Building Express "Insta-Permit"

Customers can now apply for certain residential permits and receive them INSTANTLY through Ventura Online Permit Services* (OPS).

Building Express "Insta-Permits" are available for resid...

Development Review Process

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Youth Scholarships!

Our Youth Scholarship Program provides eligible families with financial assistance for class and camp fees.

Sail & Kayak

Community Gardens

Tennis & Pickleball

Report downed trees and branches

Report fallen trees or branches to 805-667-6519.

Virtual E-Bike Workshop for Parents & Teens

Join AAA on Saturday, September 30 from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. for a 60-min virtual workshop about how to stay safe while riding an electric bicycle.

Your voice in emergency evacuation planning

The Evacuation Preparedness Community Survey, available in English and Spanish, is open for participation through October 3, 2023.

Ventura Police brew up a coffee date at Simone’s Coffee & Tea

Community members are invited to join Ventura Police officers and professional staff for a Coffee with a Cop at Simone’s Coffee and Tea, located at 2848 Cabrillo Drive in Midtown. This event will be held on Wednesday, October 4, 2023, from 8:00 ...

Child Passenger Safety Week

Children are especially vulnerable to injury in a crash when they are in the wrong type of car seat for their age and size or if the car seat is installed improperly.

Share the road: September is Pedestrian Safety Month

Ventura PD encourages drivers to care for one another and keep pedestrians safe from life-threatening injury.

Evacuation Planning Community Survey

The 10-minute survey, available in English and Spanish, is open for participation through October 3, 2023.

Ventura PD urges cyclists to follow the rules of the road

Electric bikes are a great mode of transportation, however, officers have seen an increase in illegally modified bikes and unsafe cycling practices.

Voluntary registration program for vulnerable populations

Ventura residents can now voluntarily register at-risk dependents with VPD, providing dispatchers & officers with critical information on individuals with special needs.

New riding restrictions within Main Street Moves for increased public safety

Riders will now need to dismount and walk their wheels within the designated five-block road closure area of Main Street Moves.

2022 Annual Report

We are proud to announce our 2022 Annual Report, bringing awareness to local crime trends and offering information about operations, crime and arrest statistics, calls for service, response times, and community outreach.

VPD Policy 706: Military Equipment

Learn more about our Military Equipment Policy.

Strategic Plan 2020-2023

Learn more about VPD's mission, vision, values, and future initiatives.

Street Resurfacing - Victoria Avenue

Project Description

The project consists of resurfacing Victoria Avenue between Telephone Road and Ralston Street. The project will include cold milling, pavement repairs,
manhole and valve cover adjustments to grade, traffic loop replacement, as well as ...

Mission Park - Main Street Frontage Improvements

Project Description

The Mission Park Main Street Frontage Improvement project is located along Main Street just west of Figueroa Plaza adjacent to Mission Park (Attachments A, B, and C).  Historically this area of Main Street is one of the highest...

Cameron Street Sidewalk Improvements Phase III

Project Description

This project consists of repairing/installing sidewalks and installing/upgrading ADA access ramps in the Westside neighborhood.

Project Status 

Now Accepting bids - BIDS DUE 7/8/21 at 2:00 PMLink to CyberCopy

Estimated Schedule

Com...

Oxnard Plain Aquifer Monitoring Well

Project Description

Construct  monitoring wells clustered into one column up to 625 feet below surface; to obtain an undisturbed core sample and construct permanent monitoring wells with varying depths.. The core samples are necessary for determin...

Wastewater Plant Aeration Blowers

Project Description

Replace the existing aeration blowers system with a new building, install new energy-efficient blowers and instrumentation to be fully automated control system with Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition.

Project Status 

Accept...

Police/Fire Headquarters Chiller Replacement Project

Project Description

Project consists of the demolition, disposal, and replacement of a chiller and appurtenant work as shown on the plans with Drawing No. 2020-D-033a. The Engineer's Estimate of cost is $228,008.

Project Status 

ACCEPTING B...

Street Resurfacing - Telephone, Saratoga to Victoria

Project Description

The project consists of resurfacing Telephone Road from Saratoga Avenue to Victoria Avenue. The project will include cold milling, pavement repairs,
manhole and valve cover adjustments to grade, traffic loop replacement, as well as rep...

Pierpont Stormwater Lift Stations

Project Description

The Pierpont area stormwater drainage system relies on two key lift stations located on Weymouth and Dover Lanes.  Each station consists of three pumps capable of pumping stormwater at a rate of 8,000 gallons per minute, a smal...

Food Waste Recycling Program for Residents

Organics Recycling for Businesses and Multifamily Properties

Beginning January 1, 2022, California's Senate Bill (SB) 1383 requires all businesses and multi-family properties to arrange for organic waste collection services, including food waste and green waste collection*. The Organics Recycling Program will reduc...

July and August 2023

May and June 2023

Earth Day 2023

March and April 2023

January & February 2023

November & December 2022

July & August 2022

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Earth Day 2022

March & April 2022

January & February 2022

Bristol Road Street Resurfacing

Starting September until February 2024, Bristol Road will be repaved between Johnson Drive and Ermine Avenue. The project includes pavement repairs, sidewalk improvements, and several tree replacements.

Pavement Management Plan Fact Sheet

Curious about upcoming road repairs, street conditions, or background information on paving strategies? Download the fact sheet for the new Pavement Management Plan for fiscal years 2023-2027.

Ventura Pier Closure Update

The Historic Ventura Pier has been closed for public safety due to significant storm damage since January 2023. The remaining repairs include the replacement of several timber piles, bracing, and brackets.

Water Main Break

Ventura Water is responding to a water main break on Poli Street between Ash Street and Ann Street. Approximately 50-60 homes are affected. 

Water service may be interrupted for approximately 7-8 hours for repairs. An update will be provided once ...

Pipeline Newsletter

Sign up for Ventura Water's monthly Pipeline E-Newsletter for project updates, community events, jobs and more! 

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Ocean Outfall Project

A new ocean outfall is a critical component of VenturaWaterPure Program, as it allows for the disposal of concentrate generated by the new Advanced Water Purification Facility (AWPF).

Request for Qualifications - Call for Artists

The City of Ventura is excited to announce an opportunity for professional artists and artist teams to submit qualifications for integrating public art into the VenturaWaterPure Advanced Water Purification Facility project. Read the press release.

With app...

Request for Proposals – Professional Services

VenturaWaterPure – Request for Proposals Advanced Water Purification Facility Design Engineer Procurement

• Start Date: 08/15/2023 12:00 PM
• Close Date: 09/26/2023 3:00 PM

The City is excited to invite experienced design teams to provide proposals for...

Construction Updates

VenturaWaterPure Construction Updates

Last updated August 28, 2023

The VenturaWaterPure Program is starting preliminary work ahead of the Ocean Outfall project. The duration of the Ocean Outfall project is anticipated to begin after Labor Day 2023 through s...

VenturaWaterPure to receive an additional $14 million in grant funds

The City of Ventura’s proposed water reuse program, VenturaWaterPure,
anticipates an additional $14 million in federal funding from the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation’s (BOR) Title XVI Water Reclamation and Reuse Program.

Sign up for Ventura Water's Pipeline Newsletter

Stay updated on the latest news for Ventura Water and VenturaWaterPure! This monthly newsletter features customer rebate programs, news, events, and project updates.

Thank you, Las Virgenes Municipal Water District!

A big thank you to Las Virgenes Municipal Water District for giving us a tour of their facilities and showing us how they are bringing their water "full circle"!