👏 40 CERT students graduate training program

Bi-weekly Newsletter March 21, 2024 | Volume 6

FEATURED STORY

Local residents graduate from CERT training

After over six weeks of emergency response training, 40 Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) students participated in their final practical exercise, a simulated earthquake with multiple victims. They practices lifting vehicles, putting out fires, triaging the injured, and managing an incident.

In the aftermath of a major disaster, the demand for professional first responders can exceed availability. We are so grateful these Ventura and Santa Paula residents are more prepared and feel confident taking action. Learn more about the CERT training program at CityofVentura.ca.gov/CERT.

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EVENTS & PROGRAMS

City Council sets six new goals

In February, the City Council adopted six new goals to guide enhancements and initiatives across our City. These goals for 2024-2025 include fortifying environmental sustainability, providing aid for housing and homelessness initiatives, and securing funding for future needs.

Looking forward, the City will shift the goal-setting process to a two-year cycle, allowing ample time for effective implementation and resource allocation.

Explore all the details of the City Council’s goals at CityofVentura.ca.gov/CityCouncil.

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Easter etiquette in the parks!

We love seeing everyone celebrating holidays and special occasions in our beautiful parks! This year, if you're celebrating in our public spaces, please be sure to clean up all decorations, plastic eggs, food, and trash before you leave. Thank you for doing your part to help keep the park clean!

Ventura parks & beaches

Fire Town Hall featured on Fox 11

The Ventura Fire Department recently hosted a free, public town hall to discuss wildfire preparedness and share resources. The packed meeting earned news coverage from Fox LA. Watch a recording of the meeting on the City's YouTube channel.

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EVENTS & PROGRAMS

Fighting Fentanyl public town hall

Join Ventura County Behavioral Health at the Facing Down Fentanyl Town Hall, hosted at Pacifica High School on Wednesday, March 27 at 6:00 p.m.

Learn about the dangers of Fentanyl and how to protect the health and safety of your loved ones. Spanish and American Sign Language interpretation will be provided.

Ventura PD supports Project Easter

The Ventura Police Department has partnered with the Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation to provide Easter baskets to local children receiving cancer treatment.

Donations are accepted through Friday, March 22, at 5:00 p.m. Please bring all baskets, eggs, candy, and games to VPD, located at 1425 Dowell Drive.

Details: Project Easter

Mulch Madness event

Register to pick-up free mulch and compost at the Westpark Community Center, 450 W Harrison Ave. on Saturday, March 30. Bring your own bags or containers to fill.

Both mulch and compost are great tools for enhancing your home garden or residential landscape.

Learn more and register