Chris Frost

Jones Residence Declared Historic Residence

Ventura—The City Council, during its Tuesday, July 7, meeting, approved the Walter M. Jones residence as a historic residence in the City of Ventura, at 695-67 on East Main Street.COMMUNITY Development Director Rachel Dimond and Assistant Planner Ruby Trigaro presented, and Dimond said they received a request for a Historic Landmark Designation.Trigaro said the residence is located at East Main...

Jul 17, 2026

Committee Meeting Full Of Controversy

Oxnard—The Finance and Governance Committee, Tuesday, July 14, had sparks flying from the opening bell during public comments.DURING public comments, Jim said he's trying to keep it toned down, but he said the item against City Treasurer Phil Molina that outlined all the faults was inappropriate."There was no proof of anything, and it didn't say what the market was, what he could have been inve...

Jul 17, 2026

Banking Services Agreement Passes

Oxnard—The Finance and Governance Committee, Tuesday, July 14, approved the Comprehensive Banking Services Agreement.CHIEF Financial Officer Javier Lazaro wants the agreement to move forward and approve an agreement with Bank of America for comprehensive municipal services.The agreement has an initial three-year term, with an option to extend the agreement for up to five additional one-year ter...

Jul 17, 2026

Molina Comments Spark Debate Of Issues

Oxnard—The article about Treasurer Phil Molina removing its investment policy continues with Molina saying that he's a Certified Public Accountant in California and Illinois.THE Council chose to direct Staff to contract with a specially trained firm to invest City funds, in strict accordance with the fiscal year 2026-27 investment policies."I have a master's degree in business administration, a...

Jul 17, 2026

Hueneme Beach Festival Something For Everyone

Port Hueneme—The Hueneme Beach Festival returned Saturday and Sunday, July 11 and 12, and the hugely popular event attracted thousands of fans ready to enjoy summer.THE Festival featured music, food, rides, crafts, soccer, dancing, and plenty of fun throughout the weekend.Senior Corporal Henry Montelongo oversees the Port Hueneme Police Explorers, who are always happy to celebrate the Beach Fes...

Jul 17, 2026

New Food Share Location Coming

Ventura—The City Council, during its Tuesday, July 14, meeting, heard an update about the State of Hunger in Ventura County and in the City of Ventura from Food Share Ventura County President and CEO Monica White.SHE said they've been serving Ventura County for 50 years, which started in a two-car garage with friends."They needed to take care of some neighbors who had been living under an overp...

Jul 17, 2026

Percell Scrutinizes LMDs

Oxnard —The Urban Water Management Plan conversation continues with Public Comments from residents.DEBBIE Mitchell from Channel Islands thanked Public Works Director Michael Wolfe for the additional notes about the LMD.“This is very good news, and thank you very much,” she said.Alicia Percell said a large percentage of LMD (Landscape Maintenance District) Funds are used for landscaping and ligh...

Jul 10, 2026

America 250 Is Pure Oxnard

Oxnard—The America 250 Celebration reached Plaza Park on Friday, July 3, and the Star-Spangled celebration brought performers, lots of people, plenty of American Flags, food, vendors, and groups all celebrating the United States of America and Freedom.ATTENDEES came ready to celebrate in America 250 t-shirts, and all were ready to celebrate freedom, and the next 250 years.Mayor Pro Tem Gabe Ter...

Jul 10, 2026

Campus Park Plans Many Amenities

Oxnard—The Campus Park Activation Project conversation continues with Emcee Mayor Pro Tem Gabe Teran thanking everyone for attending the event and noting that Campus Park sits on traditional ancestral lands of the Chumash people.“THEY cared for this land, and we recognize their continuous connection to these lands,” he said. “I’m excited to be here for this groundbreaking ceremony, and it’s rea...

Jul 10, 2026

Nguyen Reviews Five-Year Priorities

Oxnard—During his Tuesday, July 7, report to the City Council, City Manager Alex Nguyen addressed the public comments made during the meeting and said he’ll review the hearing process, the review process, and the procedures for code and housing.“I’LL probably have that back to you in early fall,” he said.Nguyen shared the Council-approved priorities, which include the 2026-2030 City Council Fiv...

Jul 10, 2026

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