New podcast: Ventura Voices

Announcing the launch of Ventura Voices, the City's newest podcast series! Join us as we dive into important topics with city leaders and staff. In Episode 1, City Manager Bill Ayub discusses key topics including golf, VenturaWaterPure, homelessness, affordable housing, development, and this year's City Council goals.

Listen on the go or watch the video version available now on Spotify and YouTube, Learn more at: CityofVentura.ca.gov/VenturaVoices.

Ventura River Trail breaks ground!

Construction has begun on the Ventura River Trail Improvements Project! The project, funded by a nearly $5 million Clean CA grant, will revitalize 1.8 miles of this highly used corridor. 

The City, joined by local elected officials, staff, and community groups, gathered on Thursday, May 2, 2024, for an official groundbreaking ceremony to celebrate the start of this long-awaited project, set to be completed this fall.

Discover the HAWK signal!

Ventura’s latest safety update has arrived near Ventura Community Park, close to the Telephone Rd and Ramelli Ave intersection! 🚦 Designed for safety, this innovative traffic signal, known as a HAWK signal, helps pedestrians cross securely. Watch for its YELLOW–RED–FLASHING RED sequence, signaling motorists to yield to pedestrians. Visit our website for more details!

Santa Paula Branch Line Project

Our Santa Paula Branch Line, Rails with Trails Project, is transforming old railways into new trails, bringing communities together in Ventura. Join us for two workshops to shape this amazing project, including a virtual session on Wednesday, May 15, from 5:30 p.m.–7 p.m., and an in-person workshop on Thursday, May 23, from 6 p.m.–8 p.m. at the Jose Flores Community Center, located at 11168 Violeta Street. Spanish interpretation provided.

This project will include bike repair stations, accessible trail ramps, info kiosks, shade trees, exercise spots, solar lights, and more.

Emergency Evacuation Plan Workshop

We’re spearheading efforts to ensure you are well-informed about local evacuation procedures. Join us on Saturday, May 18, from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. for an educational workshop outlining our new Emergency Evacuation Plan!

Learn about your designated evacuation zones, potential shelter locations, and transportation assembly points.

Music Under the Stars tickets!

Music Under the Stars returns to the Olivas Adobe Historical Park with outdoor concerts all summer long! Tickets go on sale Tuesday, May 7 at 8 a.m. New this year, tickets will be available online. Find all details and FAQs on our website at CityofVentura.ca.gov/MUS

Thank you to our Presenting Sponsors, Jaguar Land Rover Ventura and Luners Production Services and to our Series Sponsors Presto Pasta and Ventura Breeze Newspaper!

Grant deadline extended

The deadline for the City's Special Event Granting Program, offering $10,000 to aid free and affordable Ventura events, has been extended to Wednesday, May 15 at 5 p.m.

Additionally, in alignment with the 2023-2024 City Council goals, an extra $150,000 in one-time funding has been allocated this year.