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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 ...

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.

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 ...

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!

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.

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.

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

Evacuation Planning Community Survey

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

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).

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.

Ondulando is Ventura’s first nationally recognized Firewise community

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

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...

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.

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...

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.

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!

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...

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.

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.

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 ...

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.

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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...

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