Ventura—The spirit of the holidays filled the air at the Dudley House’s 30th Annual Victorian Harbor Boutique, as people found quality crafts, home décor, antiques, and collectibles, plus a silent auction and “bargain basement” on Saturday, November 30. THE classic mansion was fully loaded with ornate handmade gifts that were perfect for decorating the home, and the Docents ensured plenty of...
Chris Frost · Dec 6, 2024
Oxnard—The City Council, during its Tuesday, Dec. 3, meeting, approved its BRINC Drone Agreement with a 6-1 vote to act as a first responder plan in the City. Council Member Arthur Valenzuela voted no. Police Chief Jason Benites presented the item, which included an overview of the drone’s uncrewed aerial system with examples for public safety, some examples of successful drone use, and an...
Chris Frost · Dec 6, 2024
Oxnard—During its Tuesday, Dec. 3 meeting, the City Council received an update to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) guidelines and aligned them with the State’s guidelines. Project Planner Heather Davis presented the update along with Planning & Sustainability Manager Kathleen Mallory, George Dix from Rincon Development, and AICP John Muggridge from Feher & Pierce, and Dav...
Chris Frost · Dec 6, 2024
Oxnard—Christmas is right around the corner, and savvy shoppers can pick up great Christmas items to place under the tree or for Channukah and help the Oxnard Public Library at its Bookstore. THE Bookstore has a bevy of great gift ideas, including toys, art, clothes, pocketbooks, and, of course, lots of reasonably priced books for sale. There are also classic toys, like Slinkies, Paddleball...
Chris Frost · Nov 29, 2024
Oxnard—During its Tuesday, November 26 meeting, the Public Works & Transportation Committee approved an agreement with Blackpointe Group Construction for minor fencing repairs. The agreement will not exceed $600,000 for a two-year agreement to provide on-call minor fencing repair services. Special Districts Manager Anthony Miller presented the item and noted the Public Works Department...
Chris Frost · Nov 29, 2024
Oxnard—The Finance & Governance Committee, during its Tuesday, November 26, meeting, accepted $1 million from the California Department of Water Resources (DWR). The money will be used for the Santa Clara River Levee #3 Construction Project (SCR3). Project Manager Adam Smith presented the item, which is part of the State’s 2023-2024 Budget, with Assembly Members Jacqui Irwin, Steve Benn...
Chris Frost · Nov 29, 2024
Oxnard—It was a shoppers’ delight at Port Hueneme VFW on Sunday, November 17, as the Post continued its tradition of offering a Holiday Shopping Paradise, which meant great gifts everywhere, fitting every budget, all handmade and ready to go. THE event drew a huge crowd along with 33 vendors, with some of the proceeds benefitting the American Cancer Society. Event Organizer Marci Fiala has...
Chris Frost · Nov 22, 2024
Oxnard—The City Council, during its Tuesday, November 19 meeting, approved a contract amendment and budget appropriation for design activities for the Campus Park activation project. The third amendment to the project with Moore, Goltsman Incorporated is for $180,325, not exceeding $1.282 million, to perform landscape architecture and design services and authorizes a $65,000 budget appropria...
Chris Frost · Nov 22, 2024
Ventura—The City Council, during its Tuesday, November 19, meeting, heard a progress update on its 2022-2023 and 2023-2024 goals. The Council retired, completing the Fire Services initiative within the 2023-2024 calendar year and its 2022-2023 goal to protect and restore Ventura’s Coastline. Assistant City Manager Carlene Saxton presented the update and said the Council recommended it trans...
Chris Frost · Nov 22, 2024
Oxnard—Community Members packed Plaza Park on Monday, November 11, as the City of Oxnard’s Veterans Day Ceremony was a great event that offered its eternal gratitude to the many soldiers who kept and continue to keep the United States safe. THE day started with a parade and continued at Plaza Park, where Veterans heard moving stories and could access help and resources if needed. Claims Off...
Chris Frost · Nov 15, 2024
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