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Recruitment open for residents interested in serving; new appointment process takes effect January 1, 2027
VENTURA — At its October 27, 2026, meeting, the Ventura City Council approved changes to the City’s Council Advisory Group appointment process. The process, which will take effect on January 1, 2027, provides that each of the seven City Councilmembers will nominate one resident to serve on each of the Council Advisory Groups listed below. All nominations are subject to approval by the full City Council.
As part of the transition established through the ordinance adopted by the City Council, seats for the following Council Advisory Groups will be vacated effective January 1, 2027:
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Arts & Culture Commission
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Historic Preservation Committee
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Measure O Citizens Oversight Committee
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Parking Advisory Committee
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Parks & Recreation Commission
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Water Commission
Appointments under the new Council District nomination process will be used to fill the vacated seats.
Recruitment is now open for these Council Advisory Groups. Current Council Advisory Group members who wish to continue serving are also encouraged to apply under the new process. Additionally, residents from all Council Districts are encouraged to apply and need not reside in the Council District of their nominating Councilmember.
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis and maintained for consideration for up to two years. As vacancies arise, City Councilmembers may review eligible applications and nominate residents for appointments.
Council Advisory Groups provide opportunities for residents to participate in local government, share community perspectives, and make recommendations to the City Council.
The ordinance establishing the new appointment process is available in the staff report from the City Council meeting on October 27, 2026. For more information about Council Advisory Groups and to submit an application, visit www.cityofventura.ca.gov/Recruitments.