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Ventura County Community Foundation Mountain Fire Update

by Community Contributor • November 11, 2024 • Comments Off

We are deeply grateful for the incredible outpouring of support as we rally together to help those most impacted by the Mountain Fire. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for helping us reach those most affected and offering both awareness and critical financial aid in this time of need.

On Saturday, the VCCF Board of Directors authorized the immediate distribution of $20,000 in direct financial assistance to support eight families who lost their housing in the wildfire and were left with no place to go. Because of your generosity, these families now have emergency financial support to secure temporary housing and other essentials.

County of Ventura District 2 Supervisor Jeff Gorell — Mountain Fire community meeting on Nov. 13

by Community Contributor • November 11, 2024 • Comments Off

Dear Neighbors,

A community meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, 11/13 at 6:30 pm for those impacted by the Mountain Fire. The CalFire Incident Management Team, the County of Ventura and the City of Camarillo will host the meeting at the Rancho Campana High School Performing Arts Center located at 4235 Mar Vista Drive in Camarillo.

Please stay informed about the situation at www.vcemergency.com and www.venturacountyrecovers.org.

First District Supervisor Das Williams — Farmworker Conditions Community Meeting on Nov. 12

by Community Contributor • November 11, 2024 • Comments Off

Farmworker Conditions Community Meeting
Tuesday, November 12 at 3:00 PM
Santa Maria Hearing Room, 511 Lakeside Parkway

Please join myself and Supervisor Hartmann at a community meeting to examine the conditions of farmworkers in our County, and to discuss strategies to improve conditions. The meeting will include panel discussions featuring farmworkers, researchers, ag operators, and more. Following the community meeting, the temporary ad hoc committee will report back to the Board of Supervisors with a summary of key points and possible suggestions for improving the lives of farm workers.

Live translation services will be available for attendees. The meeting can be watched live on CSBTV Cable Channel 20 and our CSBTV YouTube Channel. Following the event, our Committee will present a summary of key points to the Board of Supervisors.

Ventura County Community Foundation Community Update on Mountain Fire — Pacific Coast Business Times’ Emergency Preparedness Guide in English, Spanish

by Community Contributor • November 7, 2024 • Comments Off

Dear Ventura County Community Foundation Family,

Our hearts are with all those who have been impacted by the Mountain Fire. We are working closely with our partners to help ensure that your community foundation is doing all it can to support those most impacted. As the situation continues to develop, we will be in touch with you to keep you informed of how we can all best help.

County of Santa Barbara November 2024 Newsletter

by Community Contributor • November 7, 2024 • Comments Off

Have a Food-Safe Thanksgiving Holiday

In a few weeks, loved ones will come together around delicious meals. Take some steps to ensure your food is prepared safely.

American Medical Response Ventura County (AMR) prepared to handle increased call volume during Red Flag Warning and fires

by Community Contributor • November 7, 2024 • Comments Off

VENTURA COUNTY — In response to the County of Ventura’s Red Flag Warning and the current fires, American Medical Response Ventura County (AMR Ventura County) and its affiliate Gold Coast Ambulance (GCA) have upstaffed an additional five ambulances in the 9-1-1 system today. The additional staffing will assist with the extra call volume expected as a result of the poor air quality, while allowing the Ventura County Fire Department first responders to focus on fire response. Several AMR Ventura County and GCA crews have been assigned to the fire and are also assisting with evacuations, and AMR Ventura County and GCA are prepared to add additional staffing as needed to support the Ventura County community.

Port of Hueneme Dock Talk — October Recap

by Community Contributor • November 5, 2024 • Comments Off

Port of Hueneme “Goes Electric” receiving an impressive $42,287,893 grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), funding critical to the Port’s goal of zero emissions by 2030.

Read our latest Press Release on how we plan to invest the $42M EPA grant to step towards our Zero Emission goal!

Bilingual report — County of Ventura names Kimberlee Albers new Homeless Solutions Director

by Community Contributor • November 5, 2024 • Comments Off

“With significant experience in the public sector as well as the nonprofit sector across several counties, Kimberlee brings a unique perspective and proven leadership to the role of Homeless Solutions Director,” stated Dr. Johnson. “Her commitment to innovative solutions has earned her recognition as a leader in the field, demonstrating her ability to drive impactful change. We are confident that her expertise will pave the way for transformative initiatives that will positively impact inflow and outflow of unhoused individuals and create significant impact on addressing homelessness in our county.”

Cabrillo Economic Development Corp. Welcomes New Leadership and Promotions

by Community Contributor • October 31, 2024 • Comments Off

VENTURA COUNTY — Cabrillo Economic Development Corporation (Cabrillo EDC), the largest developer of affordable homes in Ventura County, is excited to announce the addition of two new leaders to its team and the promotion of valued staff members. The addition and promotion of these remarkable individuals reflect Cabrillo EDC’s goal of strengthening its leadership and enhancing the ability to serve the community with high-quality affordable housing solutions and resident services.

CLU School of Management — Save the Date – 2025 Conference — ‘Affording a Dignified Life on The Central Coast of California: Challenges & Opportunities’

by Community Contributor • October 30, 2024 • Comments Off

The Center for Economics of Social Issues invites you to save the date for its upcoming conference, which will be held on February 28th at California Lutheran University’s campus. The conference will bring a vast collection of data processed carefully and presented clearly to shed light on the challenges of enjoying a dignified life on the central coast of California. Meaningful human development rests on the ability to live a dignified life.

October News from People’s Self-Help Housing

by Community Contributor • October 29, 2024 • Comments Off

It has been an exciting month! We broke ground on Calle Joaquin Apartments in San Luis Obispo and marked the Grand Opening of People’s Place in Santa Paula. To learn more about these properties, visit pshhc.org/rental-pipeline.

People’s Self-Help Housing (PSHHC) — People’s Self-Help Housing Celebrates Grand Opening of New Affordable Housing in Santa Paula

by Community Contributor • October 24, 2024 • Comments Off

CENTRAL COAST — People’s Self-Help Housing (PSHH) has opened its newest affordable housing development: People’s Place.

Located at 714-716 West Harvard Boulevard, People’s Place is the first affordable housing community in over 10 years in Santa Paula, and PSHH’s first new construction build in Ventura County. The development is made up of 69 one-, two- and three-bedroom units, serving households earning 30-60% of the area median income (AMI). 21 of these units are set aside for farmworker households making 30-45% of the AMI.

Housing Trust Fund Ventura County announces $3,085,000 in new funding to support the creation of additional affordable homes in the County

by Community Contributor • October 22, 2024 • Comments Off

VENTURA COUNTY — Housing Trust Fund Ventura County (Housing Trust Fund VC) announces $3,085,000 in new funds received for the development of additional affordable homes in Ventura County at a time when the need for housing affordability continues to rise sharply. The funds come from two investments, $1.5 million each, from the Weingart Foundation and Mechanics Bank. Additionally, three grants totaling $85,000 have been received from U.S. Bank, Citizens Bank, and an anonymous donor. Housing Trust Fund VC will put these new funds to work as the organization continues its commitment to help increase affordable housing options throughout Ventura County by leveraging public-private partnerships to provide low-cost, flexible loans early in the housing development cycle.

Santa Paula Launches 2024/2025 Street Improvements with Support from Measure T

by Community Contributor • October 21, 2024 • Comments Off

SANTA PAULA — The City of Santa Paula will begin a 2024/2025 Citywide Street Maintenance Project on Monday, October 21st, continuing efforts to maintain and upgrade key streets across the city. The project, expected to wrap up by Thanksgiving, is funded largely through Measure T, reflecting the City’s commitment to enhancing road conditions and infrastructure reliability.

Ventura County Community Development Corp. (VCCDC) offers upcoming workshops

by Community Contributor • October 17, 2024 • Comments Off

October 19 —
HUD-Approved Homebuyer Workshop
Online
9:00am – 3:00pm

October 22 —
Personal Loan Program – Advancing Communities Orientation
Online and In-person
6:00pm – English

Programa de préstamo personales: orientación de Comunidades Avanzando
En línea y en persona
7:00pm – español

October 26 —
HUD-Approved Homebuyer Workshop
Bakersfield
10:00am – 3:00pm English
10:00am – 3:00pm Español

County of Ventura District 2 Supervisor Jeff Gorell — Home Insurance Town Hall Recap

by Community Contributor • October 17, 2024 • Comments Off

Dear Panelists and Participants,

I want to take a moment to sincerely thank you for your participation in last night’s Home Insurance Town Hall. Your presence and insights were invaluable, and I believe the event truly made a difference in helping our community navigate the complexities of home insurance, especially in areas impacted by wildfire risk.

For those who were unable to attend or wish to revisit the discussion, the recording of the event is available at the following link: www.youtube.com/@vcd2super/streams. Please feel free to share this with others who might benefit.

Annual Housing Santa Barbara Day on Oct. 19 to offer free housing resources for County residents

by Community Contributor • October 14, 2024 • Comments Off

SANTA BARBARA — Residents of Santa Barbara County are invited to join Housing Santa Barbara Day 2024 on Saturday, October 19th, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at De La Guerra Plaza. This free annual event, hosted by 2nd Story Associates, the nonprofit affiliate of the Housing Authority of the City of Santa Barbara (HACSB), aims to connect community members with local affordable housing nonprofits and service providers.

Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in workshops covering a range of topics including Career Planning, Affordable Home Ownership, Housing Application Assistance, Down Payment Assistance, Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU), Financial Literacy and more. Additionally, there will be trolley tours showcasing affordable housing developments.

Housing Authority of the City of Santa Barbara wins prestigious NAHRO National Awards

by Community Contributor • October 10, 2024 • Comments Off

SANTA BARBARA — The Housing Authority of the City of Santa Barbara (HACSB) has received two Awards of Merit from the National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials (NAHRO) during the 2024 NAHRO National Conference. These distinguished awards recognize HACSB’s dedication to the local community, showcasing its innovative approaches to affordable housing and its impactful programs aimed at supporting youth.

The City of San Luis Obispo and People’s Self-Help Housing start construction on Project Homekey at former Motel 6

by Community Contributor • October 10, 2024 • Comments Off

“The need is greater than ever to serve these at-risk populations,” said Ken Trigueiro, PSHH CEO & President. “To provide a stable and supportive place to live is the first step in moving the needle on homelessness and this project does just that. We are grateful that the City reached out to us to pursue a Homekey project with the intent of delivering permanent supportive housing and we look forward to the continued collaboration to bring these individuals home.”

People’s Self-Help Housing (PSHHC) — Thank you for celebrating the Calle Joaquin Groundbreaking!

by Community Contributor • October 7, 2024 • Comments Off

To the City of San Luis Obispo for being an inspirational leader on this project, to the many partners who have helped make Calle Joaquin a reality, and to those who celebrated with us at yesterday’s groundbreaking, we thank you for moving the needle on affordable housing in our community.
Learn more about Calle Joaquin

Bilingual report — September News from People’s Self-Help Housing — Thank you to all who joined us for the Grand Opening of Pismo Terrace!

by Community Contributor • September 30, 2024 • Comments Off

Although we are sometimes wisely counselled that it’s the journey that matters, not the destination, the start of football season gives those of us in the real estate development world a seasonal reminder that it’s getting it across the line that actually counts.

Some might argue that the metaphoric line is when the final piece of funding needed for the purchase of the land is secured, for others it might be the end of a protracted approvals and entitlements process. Our events team might say its when we together snap the classic “We did it!” ribbon cutting photo at the grand opening.

But there is a quieter, though no less celebrated moment, especially for the fortunate people involved, and that’s when we can take the next name off the wait list.

For me, that’s when it feels our team really got it across the line. I hope you’ll join us as we celebrate more coming wins!

Bilingual report — Free, voluntary Central Coast Drinking Water Well Testing Program which is now available in Santa Barbara County

by Community Contributor • September 26, 2024 • Comments Off

SANTA BARBARA COUNTY — A free, voluntary Central Coast Drinking Water Well Testing Program which is now available in Santa Barbara County, according to the Central Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board.

The purpose of this program is to provide those who get their drinking water from a private well or small water system (14 connections or less) with information regarding the quality of their drinking water. Private wells and small water systems are unregulated, therefore it is the responsibility of those who own and/or use the well to test the quality of the well water.

Cabrillo Economic Development Corp. Announces Leadership Transition: Margarita H. de Escontrias to Retire, Victoria Brady Named Successor

by Community Contributor • September 23, 2024 • Comments Off

“On behalf of the Board of Directors, we express our deepest gratitude to Margarita for her unwavering leadership and dedication to CEDC,” said Aiza Galdo, Chair of the Board of Directors. “Under her guidance, CEDC has delivered significant impact, expanded affordable housing options and positively transformed the lives of countless individuals and families.”

Bilingual report — Resource Management Agency and House Farm Workers! publish Ventura County farmworker survey results

by Community Contributor • September 13, 2024 • Comments Off

VENTURA — The Resource Management Agency’s (RMA) Planning Division, in partnership with House Farm Workers!, published the results of a countywide survey of agricultural employers, farmworkers, and stakeholders. This completes a major milestone in the Ventura County Farmworker Housing Study and Action Plan, highlighting the farmworker community and their housing needs.

“The commitment by the County, all ten cities and Ventura County Transportation Commission (VCTC) to help fund, facilitate and share the knowledge learned from our local agricultural operators and farmworkers will be instrumental to our next step of this project – to develop recommendations for the production of farmworker housing across our County,” said Dave Ward, Planning Director for the Resource Management Agency.

Bilingual report — Community members invited to share feedback on updated Land Use Map

by Community Contributor • September 12, 2024 • Comments Off

VENTURA — The City of Ventura invites community members to review and provide input on the updated Land Use Designation Map as part of the General Plan Update, a 25-year blueprint for guiding Ventura’s future growth and development. The survey is available for feedback until Monday, October 21, 2024, and various participation opportunities will be available in addition to the survey.

Bilingual report — Peoples’ Self-Help Housing (PSHH) — People’s Place – Accepting Pre-Applications | Pre-Solicitudes disponibles para People’s Place

by Community Contributor • September 5, 2024 • Comments Off

View this email in your browser People’s Place, Santa Paula Accepting Pre-Applications | Aceptando las presolicitudes How to Apply: Visit pshhc.org/PPL to download the PDF pre-application Pre-applications are accepted by: Mail: ATTN: People’s Place, 167 S. Palm, Ventura, CA 93001…

Bilingual commentary — Unsubscribe Hell

by Community Contributor • August 16, 2024 • Comments Off

One of the greatest frustrations of modern life is trying to unsubscribe from a paid service that is intent on not making it easy for you. To cancel a particular service that you no longer wish to receive, you may be forced to jump through several hoops that are only two feet wide, ablaze with shooting flames, and 60 feet above the ground.

Some companies providing services that, supposedly, we can “unsubscribe from at any time” make it excruciatingly difficult for us to do so. Their hope, of course, is that we become so flustered that we simply give up and decide to march on to fight another battle somewhere else in our lives.

Congressman Carbajal, California Homeowner, and Local Advocates Celebrate Second Anniversary of the Inflation Reduction Act With Front Porch Ribbon Cutting Event

by Amigos805.com • August 16, 2024 • Comments Off

SANTA BARBARA — On Monday, August 12, 2024, Congressman Salud Carbajal joined Leah Stokes from Rewiring America, Rincon Plumbing, Community Environmental Council (CEC), and Tri-County Regional Energy Network (3C-REN) to celebrate the clean electric upgrades at the home of Santa…

Housing Authority of the City of Santa Barbara Prepares Housing Authority Teens for the Future Through Summer Program

by Community Contributor • July 26, 2024 • Comments Off

SANTA BARBARA — The Housing Authority of the City of Santa Barbara launched its “Preparación, Bienestar y Cultura” (Preparation, Wellbeing and Culture) free four-week summer program for Housing Authority youth entering grades 9 -12.

The program provides focused activities that promote educational opportunities, social-emotional support, and cultural awareness. The program allows students to participate in a variety of field trips, earn community service hours, participate in college tours, as well as receive a free backpack and school supplies.

“Our main purpose of our agency is to provide housing, but we think it needs to be so much more than that for families to succeed so this provides us a great opportunity to be able to do that,” said HACSB Resident Program Specialist, Hector Avila.

Bilingual report — Assessor sends Annual Value Notices for 2024

by Community Contributor • July 22, 2024 • Comments Off

Of the 250,000 notices mailed out, approximately 207,000 are postcard notices showing the 2% increase in value in accordance with Proposition 13. Additionally, just over 6,000 notices will notify owners if their property’s Market Value is less than the Prop 13 (Base Year) Value.

Bilingual report — The latest news from the County of Ventura

by Community Contributor • July 19, 2024 • Comments Off

Join us at the 1st Annual Government & Disability Summit taking place September 24 – 27th here in Ventura!

We are thrilled to welcome Rebecca Cokley, the first U.S. Program Officer for Disability Rights at the Ford Foundation and a three-time Presidential Appointee under the Obama Administration. Rebecca served at the U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, and the White House where she oversaw diversity and inclusion efforts. Don’t miss her keynote speech at this groundbreaking event!

Housing Trust Fund VC receives $1,250,000 in community investments to its revolving loan fund in support of affordable housing

by Community Contributor • July 9, 2024 • Comments Off

“City National Bank and the McCune Foundation are forward-thinking leaders in our community, and we could not sustain the work we do without their support, year after year,” said Housing Trust Fund Ventura County CEO Linda Braunschweiger. “Great investment partners are essential as we continue on the road to providing affordable housing for all.” Housing Trust Fund’s Community Impact Note provides a modest financial return for investors who in turn are helping to solve the affordable housing crisis in Ventura County, which was recently reported as the least affordable metropolitan area to live within the United States.

Bilingual report — People’s Self-Help Housing (PSHHC) announces Pre-Applications Available Now for Tiburon Place | Pre-solicitudes disponibles ahora para Tiburon Place

by Community Contributor • July 8, 2024 • Comments Off

Located in the City of San Luis Obispo, this new development will be comprised of 68 apartments, including studio, one, and two bedroom units. This three-story, three-building con?guration with a community room, outdoor courtyard, and playground, will serve individuals and families making at or below 60% of the Area Median Income, as well as populations with special needs. Residents will also have access to onsite property management, and service-enriched support.

Ventura County Fire Department Receives Fire Risk Reduction Recognition

by Community Contributor • July 1, 2024 • Comments Off

THOUSAND OAKS — Property owners in the jurisdiction of the Ventura County Fire Department could see lower insurance rates thanks to recognition as a Fire Risk Reduction Community by the California Board of Forestry and Fire Protection.

The fire department, which officially operates as the Ventura County Fire Protection District, was one of 50 agencies, counties and cities across the state that qualified for the designation, recognizing best practices in fire risk planning. The designation takes effect today and lasts for two years.

Bilingual report — June News from People’s Self-Help Housing

by Community Contributor • June 27, 2024 • Comments Off

We are thrilled to announce PSHH’s new Wealth Warrior program, generously sponsored by the Wells Fargo Foundation! PSHH residents will join financial educator and author Linda Garcia in a free, 3-month course, covering practical knowledge and actionable tactics for long-term financial planning.

People’s Self-Help Housing (PSHHC) — Tiburon Place: Pre-Applications Open Monday, July 8

by Community Contributor • June 26, 2024 • Comments Off

“We are excited to bring more affordable housing to the city of San Luis Obispo as construction on Tiburon Place comes to a close,” said Ken Trigueiro, CEO & President of People’s Self-Help Housing. “We encourage those in need of new affordable housing in the area to submit their pre-applications, and look forward to welcoming them home.”

Bilingual report — City of Santa Paula announce cancellation of Do Not Drink Notice

by Community Contributor • June 26, 2024 • Comments Off

SANTA PAULA — On June 24, 2024, Santa Paula water customers were notified as a precaution to not use the tap water for drinking or cooking until further notice. This notice did not impact all water customers but particular areas of the city which were identified in the original notice.

The City of Santa Paula Water System, in conjunction with the State Water Resources Control Board, and the Ventura County Environmental Division, has determined that, through abatement of the health hazard and comprehensive testing of the water, the tap water for all Santa Paula residences is safe, including for drinking and cooking.

Housing Authority of the City of San Buenaventura Hosts Grand Opening of next phase of Westview Village

by Community Contributor • June 19, 2024 • Comments Off

“The timing of this next phase of Westview Village is significant as it is our 75th Anniversary year and this was our first public housing project,” said Jeffrey Lambert, Chief Executive Officer, HACSB. “The success of this particular project is emblematic of our successful housing programs across the City and we are very proud of it,” said Lambert.

Ventura County Community Development Corp. (VCCDC) — It’s Homeownership Month!

by Community Contributor • June 6, 2024 • Comments Off

June is a special month at VCCDC, it’s National Homeownership Month! It’s a great time to highlight the impact of homeownership especially as one of the best tools to build wealth for low- and moderate- income families.

At the core of our mission is the belief that a home is more than a place to live. It is the cornerstone of any individual’s and family’s economic, environmental and social well being.

People’s Self-Help Housing Receives $50,000 Wells Fargo Foundation Grant for New Resident Financial Program

by Community Contributor • June 5, 2024 • Comments Off

CENTRAL COAST — People’s Self-Help Housing (PSHH) has received a $50,000 grant from Wells Fargo Foundation to jumpstart the new pilot program Wealth Warrior: 2024 Financial Health and Housing for PSHH residents at the Los Adobes de Maria property in Santa Maria.

The three-month financial literacy program, taught by financial educator and author Linda Garcia, will target 25 USDA farmworker households and aims to empower participants to overcome potential financial trauma. By offering practical knowledge and actionable tactics for long-term financial planning, residents will be provided the tools to create a legacy of financial stability and prosperity for their families through wise investment practices and begin building their own stock portfolios.

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