Westside Community Council

04/17/2026

COMMUNITY EVENT! EP Foster is hosting a carnival next Friday, April 24, 4-7 PM. Featuring free activities, tacos, and more, come out for this fun family event! 🎟️

03/31/2026

Hello neighbors! Join us tomorrow, 4/1/26 at Bell Arts for our next General Meeting.

The City of Ventura’s Environmental Sustainability Division presents an overview of programs and resources provided. Also, an introduction of Westside Hiring Network, an initiative and pilot program to connect residents looking for work with businesses seeking employees.

We’ll also hear the latest in other city news and patrol watch.

Location – Bell Arts Factory or Zoom.

Meeting starts at 6:30 PM. Feel free to join us beforehand to meet your fellow neighbors.

We hope to see you there!

See our website for the agenda and Zoom link - https://www.westsidecommunitycouncil.org/

Spanish interpretation available.

03/04/2026

TONIGHT!

This is a great opportunity to let your representatives know your thoughts on the future of our community.

Schedule
6:15 PM – Meet your neighbors
6:30 PM – Call to Order
6:40 PM – Patrol Watch and City News Updates
7:00 PM – Town Hall
8:00 PM – Board Reports

Hope to see you there!

03/02/2026

Hello neighbors! Join us this Wednesday, 3/4/26 at Bell Arts for our next General Meeting.

District 1 City Councilmember, Liz Campos & Ventura Unified School Board President, Area 1 Trustee James Forsythe will provide updates and take your questions and hear concerns. City Council is considering ballot measures for the future of the Mayor (length of term, at-large elections) and a sales tax. Ventura Unified considers the future of surplus properties, consolidating schools, and budget constraints.

We’ll also hear the latest in other city news and patrol watch.

Location – Bell Arts Factory or Zoom.
Meeting starts at 6:30 PM. Feel free to join us beforehand to meet your fellow neighbors.
We hope to see you there!

See our website for the agenda and Zoom link - https://www.westsidecommunitycouncil.org/

Spanish interpretation available.

02/11/2026

Got dinner plans? WCC and WCDC invite you to Urbane Cafe (Downtown) for community, good food, and purpose! Help us raise funds for our new resource center.

Show the flyer in person or use promo code "fundraisers" ordering online.

02/04/2026

Spend your Wednesday night at Bell Arts Factory. You can make a difference in the future direction of our community!

Schedule
6:15 PM – Meet your neighbors
6:30 PM – Call to Order
6:40 PM – City Council and City News Updates. Meet the new Police Commander covering the Westside!
7:00 PM – Feedback on 255 W Stanley Ave (Currently VUSD HQ)
8:00 PM – Board Reports

Hope to see you there!

Hello neighbors! Join us this Wednesday, 2/4/26 at Bell Arts for our next General Meeting.

Share input on the future of ~25 acres at 255 W Stanley Ave. The County of Ventura is looking at locations for affordable housing. There is no current proposed development. This is an opportunity to express potential benefits and share concerns. Also, we’ll hear the latest in city news, council updates from our District 1 representative, and patrol watch. See agenda at the link above.

Location – Bell Arts Factory or Zoom.
Meeting starts at 6:30 PM. Feel free to join us beforehand to meet your fellow neighbors.
We hope to see you there!

See our website for the agenda and Zoom link - https://www.westsidecommunitycouncil.org/

Spanish interpretation available.

02/02/2026

Hello neighbors! Join us this Wednesday, 2/4/26 at Bell Arts for our next General Meeting.

Share input on the future of ~25 acres at 255 W Stanley Ave. The County of Ventura is looking at locations for affordable housing. There is no current proposed development. This is an opportunity to express potential benefits and share concerns. Also, we’ll hear the latest in city news, council updates from our District 1 representative, and patrol watch. See agenda at the link above.

Location – Bell Arts Factory or Zoom.
Meeting starts at 6:30 PM. Feel free to join us beforehand to meet your fellow neighbors.
We hope to see you there!

See our website for the agenda and Zoom link - https://www.westsidecommunitycouncil.org/

Spanish interpretation available.

12/13/2025

Join us for our Westside Holiday Potluck Today!

12/01/2025

No Meeting this Wednesday. Join us on Saturday, 12/13 for a Holiday Party - https://mailchi.mp/583d0990bfd2/december-wcc-updates-17566601

11/25/2025

Take part in a workshop to discuss ideas for the site of the historic Avenue Elementary School.

Learn more about this proposal – https://www.avenuetradeschool.org/

Register – https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/np_naZ4ISSCIzasoeP1Gbg #/registration

11/17/2025

Community Open House: Avenue School Project

Join us to learn about Ventura Housing’s proposed affordable housing development on an existing site, 2647 N. Ventura Avenue, Ventura, CA. This event is open to the public — all are welcome to attend and ask questions.

📅 Date: November 17, 2025
⏰ Time: 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
📍Location: Westview II Community Room
247 W Warner Street
Ventura, CA 93001

11/13/2025

The Vision Plan - What's Next for Main Street?
The City unveiled the initial Main Street Vision Plan to the City Council in September. In October, staff and consultants conducted focused outreach with community members, business owners, and property owners to gather additional input. Nearly 1,400 responses were received through the online questionnaire, reflecting strong public engagement and interest in shaping the future of Main Street. Community feedback emphasized preserving Ventura’s authentic coastal and historic character through cohesive, high-quality design that celebrates Mission and Chumash heritage, uses timeless materials and landscaping, and strengthens connections between Main Street, the waterfront, and surrounding landmarks. This input is now being incorporated into a revised Vision Plan, which will be presented to the City Council in January.