Get to Know Ventura's Decision Makers!
The Design Review Committee reports to the Planning Commission, reviews and considers applications for approval of design including: public and private projects, applications for sign variances and proposed design elements or components of specific plans, historic districts, or other special areas.
Members
- Albert Antelman, Chair
- William Growdon
- Anthony Tomasello, Vice Chair
- Curtis Cormane
- Jack Kiesel
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission advises and make recommendation to the City Council on land use related matters, such as General or Specific Plans, Changes of Zone, and Ordinance Amendments: Consider applications for subdivisions, Variances, Use Permits, Planned Development Permits; Act as an appellate body regarding administrative decisions; Review the annual and five-year capital improvement programs.
Members:
- David Comden, Chair - District 2
- Jenny Lagerquist, Vice Chair- District 4
- Lucas Zucker - District 1
- Mark Abbe - District 3
- Shanna Farley - District 5
- Estelle Bussa - District 6
- Scott McCarty - District 7
Click here to view planning commissioner applications.
City Council
There are 7 members of the Ventura City Council. Each member must be a registered voter in the City and be a resident of their district. We have 3 new City Council members- Liz Campos, Bill McReynolds and Jim Duran. Welcome to the City Council! Congratulations to our new Mayor Joe Schroeder and Deputy Mayor Jeanette Sanchez-Palacios.
| Name | Title | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Joe Schroeder | Mayor- District 7 | ||
| Jeanette Sanchez-Palacios | Deputy Mayor - District 4 | ||
| Liz Campos | Councilmember - District 1 | ||
| Doug Halter | Councilmember - District 2 | ||
| Mike Johnson | Councilmember - District 3 | ||
| Bill McReynolds | Councilmember - District 5 | ||
| Jim Duran | Councilmember - District 6 | ||
View the City Council District map here:
https://www.cityofventura.ca.gov/712/City-Council
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https://www.cityofventura.ca.gov/list.aspx
We have been heard! You can now sign up for email notifications of new development projects as well as the meeting that will be adjudicating them. Click on the link above. Put in your email address and then check the site you for which you want to be notified.. For the Livable Ventura focus, click on CALENDAR then City Council, Design Review Committee, Historic Preservation Committee, and Planning Commission. Next, scroll to NEWS FLASH and click on CD Courtesy Notices which is Community Development where new projects are listed.
You will receive a confirmation email for each site you chose. Respond to the email and you will be subscribed.
If you’re having any problems email us at http://livableventura805@gmail.com
We have been heard! You can now sign up for email notifications of new development projects as well as the meeting that will be adjudicating them. Click on the link above. Put in your email address and then check the site you for which you want to be notified.. For the Livable Ventura focus, click on CALENDAR then City Council, Design Review Committee, Historic Preservation Committee, and Planning Commission. Next, scroll to NEWS FLASH and click on CD Courtesy Notices which is Community Development where new projects are listed.
You will receive a confirmation email for each site you chose. Respond to the email and you will be subscribed.
If you’re having any problems email us at http://livableventura805@gmail.com
Attend and speak at city meetings
The more people show up to and speak at meetings, the louder our voice will be. Attend meetings and let our officials know what direction you want Ventura to be moving in. Click HERE to see all upcoming meeting dates.
Write to our city officials
CLICK HERE TO EMAIL
our city officials to let them know what concerns you have with over development in our city. See below for common issues, or visit our
new developments page to learn more.
Photo of proposed development "Two Eleven" at 211 E. Thompson Boulevard at Figueroa.94 Units. Six stories.
Research common issues with over development in cities, here are just a few issues to think about.
Natural resources - preserving water and open space
Overcrowding
City and freeway traffic
Cost of new infrastructure surrounding new developments
Changing city culture
Preservation of historic sites
Outside developers including minimum low - income housing units to bypass city regulations
Gentrification
Lack of mid level and high paying jobs for new residents
Cost of living increase for renters living in surrounding developed areas
New buildings blocking views of preexisting buildings
Parking
Overcrowding of open spaces, beaches, and parking at local beaches
Lack of affordable housing leading to fewer families, young people, and lower enrollment in Ventura schools
Visit our new developments page to read about concerns regarding specific developments.
Tell your friends!
Be proactive! Get the word out about new developments in your neighborhood by talking to neighbors and friends, share our site and like our Facebook page.
Be proactive! Get the word out about new developments in your neighborhood by talking to neighbors and friends, share our site and like our Facebook page.
Livable Ventura
