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Join Ventura's Window Wonderland!

Local businesses are invited to join the City of Ventura's 2025 Window Wonderland program! Help transform our storefronts with creative holiday displays that brighten our shopping corridors and inspire the community to shop local.

Community members will also get to vote for their favorite displays, giving participating businesses a chance to win free advertising prizes.

Learn more at cityofventura.ca.gov/ShopLocal

All things sustainability: Community programs in action

Our latest Ventura Voices episode, "All Things Sustainability: Ventura's Community Programs in Action," highlights how the Environmental Sustainability Division has grown from 1990s recycling efforts into a leader in waste reduction, clean energy, and climate planning. Host Alejandra Belalcázar speaks with team members Arriana Rabago and Logan Babcock about the City's new Climate Action and Resilience Plan (CARP) and programs like Food Waste Recycling, Green Schools, and Free Compost & Mulch.

Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or the City's YouTube channel, and explore more at cityofventura.ca.gov/VenturaVoices

Be our next Fire Chief

We're hiring our next Fire Chief and are looking for a progressive, people-focused leader to guide our all-hazards agency, one of California's oldest fire departments, serving our community since 1875.

Ventura Fire responds to 18,000+ calls each year from six stations and is known for strong service, innovation, and community partnerships.

Learn more and apply by December 8: cityofventura.ca.gov/Jobs

Final year for Thomas Fire rebuild benefits

The City of Ventura's Thomas Fire Rebuild Overlay Zone will expire on December 31, 2025. Property owners wishing to use these rebuilding benefits must apply for and receive permits before the deadline. Starting January 1, 2026, all projects will be reviewed under current zoning rules, and expired applications must be resubmitted without Overlay benefits.

Please plan ahead as City Hall will be closed December 25 through January 1.

December 10: Santa to a Senior!

Spread holiday cheer to seniors in our nutrition and home-delivered meal programs! Donate items from our wish list now through Wednesday, December 10:

• $25 Gift Cards (major grocery/pharmacy/retail stores)
• Blankets & Comfy Socks
• Soaps & Lotions

Drop-off locations include City Hall, the Ventura Aquatic Center, and the Ventura Avenue Adult Center.

January 28: Volunteers needed for Point-in-Time Count

Join us on January 28, 2026 for Ventura County's Point-in-Time Count. Help ensure every person experiencing homelessness is seen and counted. Choose your preferred area, volunteer 2-5 hours at sunrise, and attend one brief training.

• Time Commitment: 2-5 hours, depending on location
• Choose Your Area: Select your preferred city when registering
• Team Up: Sign up with friends or be matched with other volunteers
• Required Training: Live training provided prior to the count

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