Oxnard--The Public Works & Transportation Committee, Tuesday, May 23, approved the fourth amendment with Big Truck Rental LLC (BTR) to rent refuse collection trucks. THE amendment is for $1.294 million, with the new total not exceeding $4.463 million for an additional 12 months. Assistant Public Works Director Brian Yanez presented the amendment and said the City Council approved agreem...
Chris Frost · May 26, 2023
Oxnard--The weather was not perfect, but the coffee was hot, the donuts were fresh, and the classic autos shined at the Murphy Auto Museum’s Muscles & Mojo show Sunday, May 21. THE event had many vintage classics, including Corvettes, Impalas, vintage Trucks, a repurposed Fire Truck, and a bright red Mustang GT Convertible. Design Director Tim “Fireball” Lawrence said lots of rain in...
Chris Frost · May 26, 2023
Oxnard—Discussion of the City of Oxnard’s water rate increase continues with Council Member Gabe Teran, who made the motion and said the process differs from several years ago when the rates had to be looked at for the Enterprise funds before he was on the Council. The City Council, by unanimous vote, approved the increase Tuesday, May 2, and introduced an ordinance establishing new water ra...
Chris Frost · May 19, 2023
Oxnard--Area residents can now get free smoke detectors, courtesy of the Oxnard Fire Department, who will come out and install them, making home a safer place. THE Department is offering First Alert Smoke Detectors with 10-year batteries to Oxnard residents as part of its community outreach program. Deputy Fire Marshall Blair Martin said the Fire Department has smoke detectors for household...
Chris Frost · May 19, 2023
Oxnard-- Moms with their kids enjoyed a special Mother’s Day treat at the Oxnard Public Library Main Branch Saturday, May 13, as the group got to make gifts and cards for Mom while enjoying snacks. THE groups worked diligently making the prizes and had plenty of books on hand about how important Moms are in the family. Children’s Librarian Vanessa Chua said it’s important to celebrate Moms’...
Chris Frost · May 19, 2023
Oxnard--The public comments about the City’s approved price rate increase start with Barbara Macri-Ortiz, who said the water rates are an important City issue. THE Council approved the increase on May 2, which increases the average single-family residential bill from $ 50.39 to $62.65. Multi-families will increase from $91.41 to $108.77. “We have a major water system we have to deal with,...
Chris Frost · May 12, 2023
OXNARD All American Car Wash (at the gas station) 1100 Oxnard Boulevard, Best Breakfast Cafe, 5141 Saviers Road, BG’s Cafe, 428 South A Street, Cabo Restaurant, 1041 South Oxnard Boulevard, Oxnard City Hall, 300 W. Third Street, Oxnard Public Library, 251 S. A Street, South Oxnard Library, 4300 Saviers Rd, Oxnard Donuts, 1351 W Gonzales Rd, Firestone, 321 S Oxnard Blvd, Red Barn Market, 1712 S...
May 12, 2023
Oxnard-- Shoppers looking for unique and cool gifts were treated to a special event at the Oxnard Historic Farm Park and Museum on Saturday, May 6, as the Vintage Craft Fair & Food Trucks provided lots of shopping, along with lunch and music on a sunny afternoon. VENDORS brought old-school clothing, soaps, oils, and more which had shoppers enjoying the day while visiting the Historic Far...
Chris Frost · May 12, 2023
Oxnard-- In his report to the City Council Tuesday, May 2, City Manager Alex Nguyen said the week of May 25 is Public Works Week, and Thursday, May 25, from 9 a.m. until 12 p.m. Public Works will have an open house at 305 W. Third Street. "THERE will be lots of activities for everyone to learn about what Public Works does, meet the staff, ask them questions, and see some of the interesting m...
Chris Frost · May 5, 2023
Ventura--The latest fundraiser at Cassie’s Cats and Kittens was a creative success, as crafters came out to support the Cat Lounge, visit with the Felines, and bring along a craft they’re working on. THE event was full of fun as the Cats were Cats and got involved and played with the yarn and other activities that piqued their interest. Cassie’s Cat and Kittens Founder and President Jennife...
Chris Frost · May 5, 2023
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