MyVentura Newsletter: December 23, 2020
City Facilities Closed

Seasons Greetings Ventura! In observation of the holidays, City facilities will be closed on December 25, 2020 through January 1, 2021. Please visit our website at www.cityofventura.ca.gov for more information while we are away. 
 
Should you have any Ventura Water questions, please visit www.venturawater.net or call customer care at (805) 667-6500. For a water emergency, contact (805) 650-8010.

And remember, our public safety services will continue regular 24/7 operations.
New Ventura City Councilmembers Sworn In

On Monday, December 14, 2020, Ventura City Council held its annual reorganization meeting, selecting Sofia Rubalcava as Mayor and Joe Schroeder as Deputy Mayor to serve a two-year term. Councilmembers Doug Halter (District 2), Mike Johnson (District 3), and Joe Schroeder (District 7) were sworn in after successful elections.
The City of Ventura says "Thank You!"

Please join us in sending well wishes to outgoing Councilmember Christy Weir, Councilmember Cheryl Heitmann, and Mayor Matt LaVere!

Learn more about each outgoing councilmember, their favorite city projects, and what they're doing next by watching the videos below:
Congratulations to the first-ever City of Ventura Legacy Award recipients

During the December 7, 2020 City Council Meeting, Jim Duran, Carol Lindberg, and Suz Montgomery were each presented with a certificate, plaque, and key to the City of Ventura for their service and commitment to our community.

The Legacy Award was created by Councilmembers Heitmann, Weir, and LaVere to recognize community members who go above and beyond to make a difference in Ventura.
Buckle Up & Drive Sober this Holiday Season!

Our safety elves remind you to buckle up and drive sober this holiday season! Now, through January 1, 2021, VPD will have extra officers on patrol looking for drivers suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs. They'll also be actively looking for other unsafe driving practices – speeding, not wearing a seat belt, driving distracted, not yielding to bicyclists or pedestrians – to make sure everyone has a safe holiday.
Ventura Water Capital Improvement Accomplishments

Your rates are hard at work! Despite a challenging year, Ventura Water remains committed to providing safe and reliable water and wastewater service!  
 
Check out some of Ventura Water's capital improvement accomplishments from 2020.
Last Chance to Share Your Thoughts and Ideas for the Future of Ventura!

Share your ideas to help us build the future of Ventura over the next 20 years and beyond!

Visit www.planventura.com for details on how you can help shape "Our Vision, Our Future"!

Take our survey by January 8, 2021!
Parks Scavenger Hunt

Looking for family fun activities to enjoy during the holiday break? The Ventura Parks Scavenger Hunt might be just what you are looking for. Try to find as many hidden gems on the scavenger hunt lists as you can.

Be sure to follow all safety guidelines for reducing the spread of COVID-19 while participating in this activity.
Santa to a Senior

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who donated a gift to the Ventura Avenue Adult Center's Santa to a Senior program. This year over 230 homebound seniors received gifts. The gifts are being delivered this week during our weekly meal distribution.

We appreciate your support in helping us bring holiday magic to the seniors participating in our meal program. We couldn't have done it without your generosity - thank you!
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