Our View: Loss of Ramirez a tragedy for an entire community

Ventura County’s business and civic leaders have endured the devastating Thomas Fire, the Borderline shootings and the ravages of the COVID-19 pandemic. But nothing could prepare the county’s leadership for the sudden death of Carmen Ramirez, chair of the Ventura County Board of Supervisors, who was struck by a pickup truck and killed in downtown Read More →

Our View: New CEO a wise choice by Ventura County supes

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Our View: State draws warning about risk to budget surplus

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Our View: Will keeping State Street closed to cars help prompt the area’s latest rebirth?

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Our View: Auditor’s report reveals some budget red flags

The state auditor’s most recent report on 470 California cities contains some good news and a few warning flags for those of us concerned about the fiscal health of our communities. The report measures 10 indicators, including reserves, debt burdens and pension obligations through the 2020-21 fiscal year. It contains red flags for smaller cities Read More →

Our View: Ventura hillside purchase is a win for public access

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Our View: Averting a port strike is paramount for our vulnerable economy

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