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What's In This Issue:
State of the City 2023
Utility Rates: Virtual Public Forum
Hispanic Heritage Month
CamarilloCONNECT
Coyotes in our Community
Thank you Coastal Cleanup Volunteers!
Code Compliance - Graffiti Abatement
National Community Planning Month
Community Shred Event
Join the CCOA Executive Board!
Paperless Billing & Auto Pay
Free Transit Fare Day Program
Halloween Safety
Trash & Recycling Services
Desalter Learning Center Open House
City Meetings & Holidays
Community Event Calendar
City Departments Directory
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City Council Members
Mayor Susan Santangelo
(805) 232-4183
Vice Mayor Tony Trembley
(805) 701-9768
Kevin Kildee
(805) 482-2124
Martita Martinez-Bravo
(805) 910-0192
David Tennessen
(805) 754-4320
Email all Council Members
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Join Us for the Camarillo State of the City 2023! |
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Camarillo Mayor Susan Santangelo will deliver the 2023 State of the City on Tuesday, October 17 at the Camarillo Ranch, located at 201 Camarillo Ranch Road. Mayor Santangelo will share highlights of significant development in the city, with a review of the city’s budget, prioritization of public safety, and a special emphasis on economic development.
The newly reimagined State of the City will feature a relaxed late afternoon indoor/outdoor reception with drinks, hors d’oeuvres, and carving stations. Guests will have the opportunity to mix and mingle with elected officials, community leaders, property owners, developers, real estate experts, investors, and business owners.
The event is being presented in partnership by the City of Camarillo and the West Ventura County Business Alliance.
Agenda:
3:00-4:00 pm: Networking, Refreshments, Appetizers, Exhibitors
4:00-4:30 pm: State of the City Presentation
4:30-5:30 pm: Networking, Refreshments, Heavy Appetizers with Carving Stations
The State of the City event is open to the public. Tickets are $65, which includes food and two drink tickets. Tickets can be purchased online at bit.ly/camsotc23 or by calling the WVCBA office at (805) 738-9100. Event registration ends at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 12.
The 2023 State of the City is made possible with the support of Title Sponsors Camarillo Old Town Association and Foundry 805; Major Sponsors E.J. Harrison & Sons, Montecito Bank & Trust, Southern California Edison, and Visit Camarillo; and Supporting Sponsors Dignity Health – St. John's Hospitals, Twenty88, and Ventura Investment Co.
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Investing in the City's Water and Sewer Systems |
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The City of Camarillo is committed to a fair, equitable, and transparent rate-setting process. Learn more about the City of Camarillo’s infrastructure needs and the rate-setting process at www.cityofcamarillo.org/utilityrates.
If you missed the forum, watch the recording here. The questions asked and answered at the public forum have been transcribed into the FAQs on the City's Utility Rates webpage.
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Camarillo’s water and sewer rates have not significantly increased in several years. Currently, the City of Camarillo’s water rates are among the lowest in Ventura County. Even with proposed increases, Camarillo’s water and sewer bills will remain affordable compared to neighboring providers. While we will continue prioritizing affordability for our customers, the City needs to make significant investments now in order to protect and maintain our vital infrastructure. |
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Hispanic Heritage Month at the Camarillo Library |
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Camarillo Public Library
4101 Las Posas Road
Camarillo, California 93010
Hours:
Mon – Thurs 10am – 8pm
Fri – Sun10am – 5pm
Phone: (805) 388-5222
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Historical Presentation with Ventura County Genealogical Society |
Saturday, October 7 at 1 p.m.
Community Room
The Ventura County Genealogical Society Mexican American Special Interest Group is providing a special presentation on the history of the original Californio families and resources available for you to learn more about Hispanic heritage.
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History of the Olivas Adobe and Ventura County's Rancho Period |
Saturday, October 14 at 1 p.m.
Community Room
Marsha Brumana and the docents of the Olivas Adobe will give a presentation on the Olivas family and the Latino history of our community when California transitioned to statehood.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Camarillo Library.
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Get the Mobile App: CamarilloCONNECT |
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The CamarilloCONNECT mobile app makes connecting with the City of Camarillo easier than ever. You can quickly report non-emergency issues such as potholes, damaged street signs, graffiti, damaged trees and more, or request other local services. This app uses your phone’s GPS to recognize your location and offers you a menu of common quality-of-life conditions to select from. You can easily upload pictures from your mobile device, which helps to quickly identify and address your concern. You may also track the status of requests submitted by you or other members in the community.
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Coyotes in Camarillo are becoming a more common occurrence. We want to share some information about the resources that are available to manage coyotes and what to do if you encounter a coyote.
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THANK YOU Coastal Clean Up Day Volunteers! |
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The 39th Anniversary of California Coastal Cleanup Day was held on September 23, 2023. In Camarillo, volunteers removed trash and recyclables from two locations; Calleguas Creek and the Mission Oaks Park barranca. Volunteers worked hard to stop debris at the source, preventing it from entering our waterways and ending up in our ocean.
Camarillo’s volunteers were part of the countywide event in which volunteers removed trash and recyclables from Ventura County’s beaches, shorelines and inland waterways. Thank you to all of those who dedicated their time to cleaning up and making our environment a better place to live! The City of Camarillo and the California Coastal Commission continue to request that all residents take responsibility for ensuring trash is disposed of properly—securely in a trash can, recycling bin, or a hazardous waste facility when appropriate.
We hope to see you again next year!
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Graffiti Abatement Program
Saturday, November 18, 2023
9:00am - 11:00am
The City of Camarillo is excited to announce the next volunteer day for the Graffiti Abatement Program! Please join us on Saturday, November 18, from 9:00am to 11:00am to remove graffiti in the City of Camarillo. Through this program, residents will work together with the city to maintain and enhance their local areas and common paths of travel through the removal of graffiti. We are eager to work on this project with everyone who is interested in maintaining the beauty of our city! To sign up, or for more information, please visit our volunteer website or contact Code Compliance at (805) 383-5660. |
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National Code Compliance Week
Did you know that the CA State Legislature annually designates the second week of October as Code Compliance Officer Appreciation week? Camarillo’s Code Compliance Division plays a major role in maintaining property values, health, safety, and welfare of the residents and businesses within our community. Officers have a demanding role in the enforcement of local, state, and federal laws and ordinances when dealing with various issues of building, zoning, housing, animal, environmental, and health and life safety violations.
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To learn more about the Code Compliance Division please visit our website or give us a call at (805) 383-5600. If you would like to report a concern or potential violation, please submit your request online to Camarillo Connect.
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October is National Community Planning Month |
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City planners are responsible for reviewing site-specific development applications, for commercial, industrial, and residential projects. The review process ensures that projects meet the City's architectural, landscaping and development standards and comply with the City's growth ordinance, zoning, and sign codes, and meets all applicable state and federal environmental guidelines. Community planning plays a pivotal role in creating a safe, equitable, and resilient community through thoughtful and strategic planning efforts. To learn more about the Community Development Department, please visit the Department webpage. |
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Camarillo Shred Event | Call For Volunteers! |
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**High School students can earn community service credit** |
The Camarillo Council on Aging, in coordination with the City of Camarillo, is hosting a Community Shred Event!
Saturday, October 14, 2023
8:30am-12noon
Community Center
1605 Burnley Street
Are you able to join us from 7:30 am - 12:30 pm to help unload the paper from the vehicles and dump it into the bins and to direct vehicles through the lines?
Proceeds benefit Camarillo Council on Aging to support senior education and senior needs.
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Paperless Billing & Auto Pay |
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Not Enrolled in Paperless Billing? |
Save Time. Cut clutter. Enroll today, and instead of receiving a paper bill, we’ll notify you by email when your bill is available to view online. It’s simple, secure, and FREE!
SIGN UP TODAY!
or call 805-388-5325
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Never worry about forgetting to pay your City of Camarillo bill. Sign up for our convenient Auto Pay Program and have your monthly payment deducted automatically, securely, and on time.
SIGN UP TODAY!
or call 805-388-5325
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Interested in Joining the CCOA Executive Board? |
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The Camarillo Council on Aging’s Executive Board seeks applicants who have an interest in, and enthusiasm for, improving the well-being of seniors in Camarillo and have the availability to become actively involved in the activities and leadership of the Board. If you are interested in applying to fill the unscheduled vacancy on the CCOA, please visit the City's website for details on the CCOA and how to apply. |
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Free Fare Days Program: California Clean Air Day (October 4) |
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The Free Fare Days Program will allow anyone to ride any bus service for free within Ventura County on specific days only (see list at goventura.org/free). The pilot program will run through June 2024. Veterans Day free rides are for eligible veterans and active-duty members of the U.S. military. Valid ID forms include U.S. military ID, Common Access Card (CAC), Veterans Affairs (VA) card, veteran designation on a California driver’s license, DD214, and Retired Military ID. Veterans without proper ID are asked to share their branch, dates and location of service with the bus driver. FAQs
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Halloween is on Tuesday, October 31!
That means Camarillo's sidewalks and streets may be filled with trick-or-treaters. Please do your part to help keep our trick-or-treaters safe.
- Go out in groups.
- Choose well-lit locations.
- Carry glow stick or flashlights.
- walk on sidewalks.
- Inspect all candy before eating.
- Wear bright colors or lights.
- Put devices down and have your head up while walking!
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Did You Know About These Trash & Recycling Services? |
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BULKY ITEMS COLLECTION
Customers can request two FREE bulky item pickups each calendar year or may substitute one bulky item collection for one additional collection of trash, recyclables and organics waste.
ROLL-OFF BIN RENTAL
Large roll-off bins can be temporarily rented to dispose of house items for
remodeling projects, special events, disaster removal, and demolition
cleanup.
BIN STEAM CLEANING
Customers can request one FREE bin steam cleaning service each year. Additional requests in the same year will include a service charge.
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Call E.J. Harrison at (805) 647-1414 to request services. |
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Camarillo Learning Center at the Desalter |
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Join us to celebrate the Grand Opening on Thursday, November 9th, 2023, 10AM, with a keynote speaker, tour of the Desalter Facility and Learning Center! This family-friendly event is open to the community, however space is limited. RSVP to reserve your space.
Public parking is available at the Camarillo Public Library with free shuttles to transport guests to the Desalter Facility. Please arrive early as shuttles will be departing at 9:30am and 9:45am. No public parking is available at the Desalter Facility. Q uestions? Email Debra Gallegos or call 805-383-5601.
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City Meetings and Local Events |
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City Council meetings are open to the public and can be viewed on the City's YouTube channel, on cable TV (Spectrum channel 10 and Frontier channel 29), or on the Camarillo Community Channel mobile app.
City Council meetings begin at 5:00 p.m. and the general public comment time has been adjusted to 6:00 p.m. (formerly 7:00 p.m.), in an effort to make it more convenient for the community.
Meeting agendas and participation instructions are available at
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City Meetings & Events
Tuesday, October 3 | 6:30 p.m.
Planning Commission Meeting
Wednesday, October 11| 5:00 p.m.
City Council
Tuesday, October 17 | 3pm - 5:30 p.m.
STATE OF THE CITY, Camarillo Ranch
Wednesday, October 25| 5:00 p.m.
City Council
City Council & Planning Commission meetings, unless otherwise noted, are held at:
Camarillo City Hall, 601 Carmen Drive, Camarillo, CA 93010
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Community Event Calendar
Saturdays, 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Old Town Camarillo
Friday & Saturday, October 13 & 14
Hazardous Waste Drop-Off
Saturday, October 14, 8:30 a.m. - 12noon
Community Shred Event
Thursday, October 26, 6:00 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Camarillo Police Station
Trunk or Treat
Sunday, October 29, 12noon - 4 p.m.
Camarillo Ranch
See Full Event Calendar and Event Details:
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The City is committed to keeping our community informed!
Follow us on Social Media for frequent news updates!
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Please send inquiries to:
CityScene Editor
601 Carmen Drive
Camarillo, CA 93010
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City of Camarillo | 601 Carmen Drive| cityofcamarillo.org |
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