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
Port Hueneme--The City’s big 75th Anniversary celebration is moving forward, as the City Council unanimously approved a special-use permit application. Community Development Director Tony Stewart presented the item and said the applicant REACH (Recreation, Education, Arts, and Culture in Hueneme) proposes to hold a parade and public event commemorating the City’s 75th Anniversary. “The even...
Feb 10, 2023
Oxnard--Well, lightning has struck again; I’ve had another low blood sugar episode which landed my butt in the hospital. THIS time I went under, passed out while making breakfast, and woke up in an emergency room. I’ll be happy when my new automated glucometer with the warning alarm arrives. It’s well-documented how much I dislike going to the doctor, and since I was unconscious, the J-Trai...
Feb 10, 2023
Oxnard-- Councilman Bert Perello pulled an item off the consent agenda during the Tuesday, February 6, meeting, which approved the purchase and use of a mobile command vehicle as military equipment as defined by the Government Code. HE said there was much talk happening across Social Media and understands the purchase involves a lot of money. “There are homes going for less and more than th...
Feb 10, 2023
Oxnard--People looking for the perfect Valentine’s Day Gift got their wish and benefitted the Oxnard Band Boosters Sunday, February 5. THE Valentine Vendor Market and Resource Event in the Oxnard High School Parking lots was loaded with treasures and keepsakes to make anyone happy. The event featured food, Face Painting, live music performances, resources, and much more. Event Organizer Lu...
Feb 10, 2023
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