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OjaiCA averageUS Census ACS
Population
7,576
Per-capita income
$60,511
Median home value
$947,000
Bachelor's or higher
46%
Typical home value $1,161,808 +0.5% yr/yr · +17.8% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
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Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the Ojai City Council and Arts Commission Joint Meeting

Development activity

Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
20254 housing units ($964K)
🗳️ Election results (7 races)
Local election returns — winner marked ✓.
Mayor 2024-11-05
Andy Gilman ✓ 2,707 · Michelle Pineiro 1,509
City Council District 4 2024-11-05
Kim Sofley-Mang ✓ 724
Mayor 2022-11-08
Elizabeth E. Stix ✓ 1,823 · Anson Williams 1,781
City Council District 2 2022-11-08
Andrew K. Whitman ✓ 536 · Rachel Lang ✓ 466 · Randy Haney 431 · Carol 'Renee' Roth 370 · Kathryn Donwen 85
City Council District 1 2022-11-08
Leslie C. Rule ✓ 338 · Michelle Pineiro 321 · Lorelei Korn Grace 31
Mayor 2020-11-03
Betsy Stix ✓ 2,877 · William Weirick 1,610
City Council District 4 2020-11-03
Suza Francina ✓ 681 · Jeri Becker 506
🗳️ Ballot measures (5)
Propositions decided directly by voters.
Measure O
2024-11-05 · Passed — 2,129 yes / 2,106 no
Measure L
2022-11-08 · Failed — 1,593 yes / 1,876 no
Measure M
2022-11-08 · Passed — 1,909 yes / 1,510 no
Measure K Ordinance
2018-11-06 · Failed — 1,156 yes / 2,347 no
Measure J Ordinance
2018-11-06 · Failed — 1,176 yes / 2,232 no

Recent meetings

Mon Jul 13, 2026

Ojai City Council Regular Meeting

Council to finalize affordable housing agreement for Cottages Among the Flowers

The Ojai City Council will consider several consent items including adoption of an ordinance suspending well construction standards, updating trolley advertising rates, and awarding on-call trade agreements. Under discussion, the council will vote on approving the City Hall Campus Landscape Master Plan, respond to a civil grand jury report on the permanent supportive housing project, and review contracted services for potential in-house transition. The key item is finalizing the affordable housing agreement for two deed-restricted units at 312 West Aliso Street and authorizing a contract with the Area Housing Authority for income verification.

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 AGENDA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, JULY 14, 2026, 6:00 PM KENT HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL CAMPUS - 111 W SANTA ANA ST, OJAI, CA OJAI CITY COUNCIL ANDY GILMAN, MAYOR DISTRICT 1 - LESLIE RULE DISTRICT 2 - RACHEL LANG DISTRICT 3 - ANDREW WHITMAN DISTRICT 4 - KIM MANG   BEN HARVEY CITY MANAGER BETHANY BURGESS CITY ATTORNEY WESTON MONTGOMERY CHIEF DEPUTY CITY CLERK   VIEWING & ACCESS Public participation is encouraged! The Ojai City Council meets regularly on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month at 6:00 p.m. The meetings are conducted in a hybrid model, providing both in-person attendance and virtual public comment via the Zoom link below. Virtual attendance via Zoom is the only way to remotely provide public comment. Pre-registration is not required for public comment via Zoom. Instead, Zoom participants will utilize the “hand-raise” function to indicate their desire to speak on an item. The meeting is also livestreamed on the City's website at ojai.ca.gov/525/2968/Public-Meetings , on YouTube at youtube.com/@ojaicity , and on Spectrum Channel 10. See “Public Comment Options” below for further instruction. THIS MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED IN A HYBRID MODEL WITH BOTH IN-PERSON ATTENDANCE AND VIRTUAL PARTICIPATION. TO PARTICIPATE IN THE LIVE VIRTUAL MEETING VIA ZOOM, CLICK THIS LINK: This meeting will also be available for viewing only on the City's website through Granicu …
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Mon Jul 13, 2026

Arts Commission

Arts Commission to vote on new grant application format and award limits

The Ojai Arts Commission will discuss and vote on revisions to the Arts Grant application process, including a move to an online-only format and a decision on whether to limit consecutive grant awards to two or three years. Commissioners will also review a two-year update to the Five Year Strategic Plan and identify priorities for the draft update. Consent items include approval of minutes from the April 16, 2026 meeting.

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 AGENDA ARTS COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING THURSDAY, JULY 16, 2026, 6:00 PM OJAI CITY HALL - CHAMBERS - 401 SOUTH VENTURA STREET, OJAI, CA VIEWING & ACCESS Public participation is encouraged! The meetings are conducted in a hybrid model, providing both in-person attendance and virtual public comment via the Zoom link below. Virtual attendance via Zoom is the only way to remotely provide public comment. Pre-registration is not required for public comment via Zoom. Instead, Zoom participants will utilize the “hand-raise” function to indicate their desire to speak on an item. The meeting is also livestreamed on the City's website at ojai.ca.gov/525/2968/Public-Meetings , on YouTube at youtube.com/@ojaicity , and on Spectrum Channel 10. See “Public Comment Options” below for further instruction. ZOOM LINK - July 16, 2026 - Regular Meeting CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 1. APPROVAL OF AGENDA   2. CITY MANAGER REPORT   PUBLIC COMMENTS The Arts Commission will receive comments from the public on items within the Commission's jurisdiction which are not on the agenda.  The Commission cannot discuss or take action on items raised during public comments but, if appropriate, can schedule the item on a future agenda for discussion and action.  Please begin by stating your name and address and limit your comments to three minutes. 3. CONSENT CALENDAR   All matters listed …
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Fri Jul 10, 2026

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

Planning Commission hears appeal of fine for protected oak tree removal

The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing on an appeal of a director's decision imposing penalties for removing a protected coast live oak without a permit at 52 Krotona Street. The commission is also reviewing a concept plan for adaptive reuse of the former World University building into a health spa and wellness center, which requires a zone change from Public/Quasi-Public to Village Mixed Use and a General Plan amendment. Consent calendar includes approval of July 1, 2026 meeting minutes.

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 AGENDA PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING WEDNESDAY, JULY 15, 2026, 6:00 PM CITY HALL CHAMBERS, 401 S. VENTURA STREET, OJAI, CA 93023 VIEWING & ACCESS Public participation is encouraged! The meetings are conducted in a hybrid model, providing both in-person attendance and virtual public comment via the Zoom link below. Virtual attendance via Zoom is the only way to remotely provide public comment. Pre-registration is not required for public comment via Zoom. Instead, Zoom participants will utilize the “hand-raise” function to indicate their desire to speak on an item. The meeting is also livestreamed on the City's website at ojai.ca.gov/525/2968/Public-Meetings , on YouTube at youtube.com/@ojaicity , and on Spectrum Channel 10. See “Public Comment Options” below for further instruction. ZOOM LINK - July 15 2026 - Regular Meeting CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE APPROVAL OF AGENDA PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS Public Communications is the time set aside during the Planning Commission meeting for members of the public to address the Planning Commission on items of City business other than scheduled agenda items.  Matters raised at this time may be briefly discussed by the Commission and will generally be referred to staff and/or placed on a subsequent agenda.  Under State law, other than for emergency items, no action can be taken at this meeting. CONSENT CALENDAR All matters listed on the Co …
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Fri Jul 10, 2026

Ojai City Council Special Meeting for Closed Session

City Council to discuss litigation regarding Channelkeepers case

The Ojai City Council is holding a special meeting focused on a closed session. The body will meet with legal counsel to discuss existing litigation.

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 AGENDA CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING TUESDAY, JULY 14, 2026, 5:00 PM KENT HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL CAMPUS - 111 W SANTA ANA ST, OJAI, CA OJAI CITY COUNCIL ANDY GILMAN, MAYOR DISTRICT 1 - LESLIE RULE DISTRICT 2 - RACHEL LANG DISTRICT 3 - ANDREW WHITMAN DISTRICT 4 - KIM MANG   BEN HARVEY CITY MANAGER BETHANY BURGESS CITY ATTORNEY WESTON MONTGOMERY CHIEF DEPUTY CITY CLERK   VIEWING & ACCESS Public participation is encouraged! The Ojai City Council meets regularly on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month at 6:00 p.m. The meetings are conducted in a hybrid model, providing both in-person attendance and virtual public comment via the Zoom link below. Virtual attendance via Zoom is the only way to remotely provide public comment. Pre-registration is not required for public comment via Zoom. Instead, Zoom participants will utilize the “hand-raise” function to indicate their desire to speak on an item. The meeting is also livestreamed on the City's website at ojai.ca.gov/525/2968/Public-Meetings , on YouTube at youtube.com/@ojaicity , and on Spectrum Channel 10. See “Public Comment Options” below for further instruction. THIS MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED IN A HYBRID MODEL WITH BOTH IN-PERSON ATTENDANCE AND VIRTUAL PARTICIPATION. TO PARTICIPATE IN THE LIVE VIRTUAL MEETING VIA ZOOM, CLICK THIS LINK: This meeting will also be available for viewing only on the City's website through Granicu …
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Thu Jul 9, 2026

Historic Preservation Commission Regular Meeting

Commission to discuss preservation of Nordhoff Grammar School landmark

The Historic Preservation Commission will consider maintenance and protections for Historic Landmark No. 24 (Nordhoff Grammar School) at 414 E. Ojai Avenue. They will also review criteria and identify candidates for the 2026 Historic Preservation Award, discuss a new City Beautiful Award for Edward Drummond Libbey, and receive updates on the Taormina Advisory Committee and Railroad Heritage Trail. Additional items include a fast-track landmarking process and the Historic Resource Inventory Survey update.

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 AGENDA HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING THURSDAY, JULY 9, 2026, 6:00 PM OJAI CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 401 S VENTURA ST, OJAI, CA VIEWING & ACCESS Public participation is encouraged! The meetings are conducted in a hybrid model, providing both in-person attendance and virtual public comment via the Zoom link below. Virtual attendance via Zoom is the only way to remotely provide public comment. Pre-registration is not required for public comment via Zoom. Instead, Zoom participants will utilize the “hand-raise” function to indicate their desire to speak on an item. The meeting is also livestreamed on the City's website at ojai.ca.gov/525/2968/Public-Meetings , on YouTube at youtube.com/@ojaicity , and on Spectrum Channel 10. See “Public Comment Options” below for further instruction. ZOOM LINK - July 9, 2026 - Regular Meeting CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE APPROVAL OF AGENDA PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS Public Communications is the time set aside during the meeting for members of the public to address the legislative body on items of City business other than scheduled agenda items. Matters raised at this time may be briefly discussed by members of the legislative body and will generally be referred to staff and/or placed on a subsequent agenda. Under State law, other than for emergency items, no action can be taken. MUSEUM REPRESENTATIVE REPORT CONSENT CALENDAR All matters liste …
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Thu Jul 9, 2026

Ojai City Council Regular Meeting - Cancelled

Ojai City Council meeting for July 28, 2026, is cancelled

The Regular Meeting of the Ojai City Council scheduled for July 28, 2026, has been cancelled for summer recess. The next Regular Meeting is scheduled for August 11, 2026.

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NOTICE OF CANCELLATION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Regular Meeting of the Ojai City Council scheduled for Tuesday, July 28 , 2026, has been cancelled to accommodate the summer recess. The City Council holds Regular Meetings on the 2 nd and 4 th Tuesday of each month, at 6:00 p.m., in the Kent Hall chambers on the City Hall campus located at 111 W Santa Ana St, Ojai, California 93023. The City Council’s next Regular Meeting , following the recess, is Tuesday, August 11, 2026. Agendas are posted on the City’s Public Meetings webpage at https://ojai.ca.gov/525/Public-Meetings. Posted: 7/8/2026
Wed Jul 1, 2026

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

Commission to consider reducing size of 3 residential units at Cottages Among the Flowers

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a Design Review Permit (DRP 26-004) to modify the approved Phase II residential units at 312-B, 312-C, and 314-B West Aliso Street, reducing their size from the 2016 approval. The recommendation is to approve the proposed modifications. The consent calendar includes approval of the June 17, 2026 meeting minutes.

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 AGENDA PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING WEDNESDAY, JULY 1, 2026, 6:00 PM CITY HALL CHAMBERS, 401 S. VENTURA STREET, OJAI, CA 93023 VIEWING & ACCESS Public participation is encouraged! The meetings are conducted in a hybrid model, providing both in-person attendance and virtual public comment via the Zoom link below. Virtual attendance via Zoom is the only way to remotely provide public comment. Pre-registration is not required for public comment via Zoom. Instead, Zoom participants will utilize the “hand-raise” function to indicate their desire to speak on an item. The meeting is also livestreamed on the City's website at ojai.ca.gov/525/2968/Public-Meetings , on YouTube at youtube.com/@ojaicity , and on Spectrum Channel 10. See “Public Comment Options” below for further instruction. ZOOM LINK - July 1, 2026 - Regular Meeting CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE APPROVAL OF AGENDA PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS Public Communications is the time set aside during the Planning Commission meeting for members of the public to address the Planning Commission on items of City business other than scheduled agenda items.  Matters raised at this time may be briefly discussed by the Commission and will generally be referred to staff and/or placed on a subsequent agenda.  Under State law, other than for emergency items, no action can be taken at this meeting. CONSENT CALENDAR All matters listed on the Con …
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Tue Jun 30, 2026

Ojai City Council Special Meeting

Council to vote on $177,647 increase for mental health services for unhoused

The Ojai City Council will consider three items at a special meeting: authorizing a $177,647 increase to a contract with Ventura County Behavioral Health for an Intensive Services Coordinator to provide mental health and case management for unhoused individuals; reviewing a proposed Speed Hump Policy and deciding whether to adopt it or refer it to the Public Safety Commission; and adopting a Town Hall and Panel Policy to set guidelines for city-sponsored and council-member-hosted community meetings.

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 AGENDA CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING TUESDAY, JUNE 30, 2026, 5:30 PM KENT HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL CAMPUS - 111 W SANTA ANA ST, OJAI, CA OJAI CITY COUNCIL ANDY GILMAN, MAYOR DISTRICT 1 - LESLIE RULE DISTRICT 2 - RACHEL LANG DISTRICT 3 - ANDREW WHITMAN DISTRICT 4 - KIM MANG   BEN HARVEY CITY MANAGER BETHANY BURGESS CITY ATTORNEY WESTON MONTGOMERY CHIEF DEPUTY CITY CLERK   VIEWING & ACCESS Public participation is encouraged! The Ojai City Council meets regularly on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month at 6:00 p.m. The meetings are conducted in a hybrid model, providing both in-person attendance and virtual public comment via the Zoom link below. Virtual attendance via Zoom is the only way to remotely provide public comment. Pre-registration is not required for public comment via Zoom. Instead, Zoom participants will utilize the “hand-raise” function to indicate their desire to speak on an item. The meeting is also livestreamed on the City's website at ojai.ca.gov/525/2968/Public-Meetings , on YouTube at youtube.com/@ojaicity , and on Spectrum Channel 10. See “Public Comment Options” below for further instruction. THIS MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED IN A HYBRID MODEL WITH BOTH IN-PERSON ATTENDANCE AND VIRTUAL PARTICIPATION. TO PARTICIPATE IN THE LIVE VIRTUAL MEETING VIA ZOOM, CLICK THIS LINK: This meeting will also be available for viewing only on the City's website through Granicu …
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Tue Jun 23, 2026

Ojai City Council Regular Meeting

City Council to adopt FY 2026-27 budget and related fiscal policies

The council will hold public hearings to consider the FY 2026-27 budget, an appeal of a planning commission decision regarding outdoor modifications at 242 East Ojai Avenue, and a zone change for a gas station at 1124 Maricopa Highway. Consent items include renewal of animal services, an amendment to a storm drain cleaning contract, and commission appointments.

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 AGENDA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, JUNE 23, 2026, 6:00 PM KENT HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL CAMPUS - 111 W SANTA ANA ST, OJAI, CA OJAI CITY COUNCIL ANDY GILMAN, MAYOR DISTRICT 1 - LESLIE RULE DISTRICT 2 - RACHEL LANG DISTRICT 3 - ANDREW WHITMAN DISTRICT 4 - KIM MANG   BEN HARVEY CITY MANAGER BETHANY BURGESS CITY ATTORNEY WESTON MONTGOMERY CHIEF DEPUTY CITY CLERK   VIEWING & ACCESS Public participation is encouraged! The Ojai City Council meets regularly on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month at 6:00 p.m. The meetings are conducted in a hybrid model, providing both in-person attendance and virtual public comment via the Zoom link below. Virtual attendance via Zoom is the only way to remotely provide public comment. Pre-registration is not required for public comment via Zoom. Instead, Zoom participants will utilize the “hand-raise” function to indicate their desire to speak on an item. The meeting is also livestreamed on the City's website at ojai.ca.gov/525/2968/Public-Meetings , on YouTube at youtube.com/@ojaicity , and on Spectrum Channel 10. See “Public Comment Options” below for further instruction. THIS MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED IN A HYBRID MODEL WITH BOTH IN-PERSON ATTENDANCE AND VIRTUAL PARTICIPATION. TO PARTICIPATE IN THE LIVE VIRTUAL MEETING VIA ZOOM, CLICK THIS LINK: This meeting will also be available for viewing only on the City's website through Granicu …
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Tue Jun 23, 2026

Ojai City Council Special Meeting

City Council to discuss litigation regarding 242 E. Ojai Avenue

The City Council is holding a special meeting consisting primarily of a closed session. The body will discuss potential litigation and a personnel evaluation.

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 AGENDA CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING TUESDAY, JUNE 23, 2026, 5:00 PM KENT HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL CAMPUS - 111 W SANTA ANA ST, OJAI, CA OJAI CITY COUNCIL ANDY GILMAN, MAYOR DISTRICT 1 - LESLIE RULE DISTRICT 2 - RACHEL LANG DISTRICT 3 - ANDREW WHITMAN DISTRICT 4 - KIM MANG   BEN HARVEY CITY MANAGER BETHANY BURGESS CITY ATTORNEY WESTON MONTGOMERY CHIEF DEPUTY CITY CLERK   VIEWING & ACCESS Public participation is encouraged! The Ojai City Council meets regularly on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month at 6:00 p.m. The meetings are conducted in a hybrid model, providing both in-person attendance and virtual public comment via the Zoom link below. Virtual attendance via Zoom is the only way to remotely provide public comment. Pre-registration is not required for public comment via Zoom. Instead, Zoom participants will utilize the “hand-raise” function to indicate their desire to speak on an item. The meeting is also livestreamed on the City's website at ojai.ca.gov/525/2968/Public-Meetings , on YouTube at youtube.com/@ojaicity , and on Spectrum Channel 10. See “Public Comment Options” below for further instruction. THIS MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED IN A HYBRID MODEL WITH BOTH IN-PERSON ATTENDANCE AND VIRTUAL PARTICIPATION. TO PARTICIPATE IN THE LIVE VIRTUAL MEETING VIA ZOOM, CLICK THIS LINK: This meeting will also be available for viewing only on the City's website through Granicu …
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Thu Jun 18, 2026

Disaster Council

ODC to approve a standing quarterly meeting schedule

The Ojai Disaster Council will receive and file its re‑establishment. It will receive and file an overview of the Emergency Operations Center. The council will consider approving a regular quarterly meeting schedule for the last month of each quarter (March, June, September, December).

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 AGENDA DISASTER COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING THURSDAY, JUNE 18, 2026, 2:30 PM CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 401 S VENTURA STREET, OJAI, CA 93023 VIEWING & ACCESS Public participation is encouraged! The meetings are conducted in a hybrid model, providing both in-person attendance and virtual public comment via the Zoom link below. Virtual attendance via Zoom is the only way to remotely provide public comment. Pre-registration is not required for public comment via Zoom. Instead, Zoom participants will utilize the “hand-raise” function to indicate their desire to speak on an item. The meeting is also livestreamed on the City's website at ojai.ca.gov/525/2968/Public-Meetings , on YouTube at youtube.com/@ojaicity , and on Spectrum Channel 10. See “Public Comment Options” below for further instruction. ZOOM LINK - June 18, 2026 - Ojai Disaster Council ROLL CALL  PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE APPROVAL OF AGENDA PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS DISCUSSION 1. Introduction and Re-Establishment of the Ojai Disaster Council    RECOMMENDATION: Receive and file. Administrative Report - Intro ODC 2. Establish Regular Quarterly Meetings    RECOMMENDATION: Approve a standing quarterly meeting schedule for the Ojai Disaster Council (ODC), to occur during the last month of each quarter (March, June, September, December).  Administrative Report - Meeting Schedule 3. Overview of the Emergency Operations …
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Wed Jun 17, 2026

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

Planning Commission to review concept for 'Wildflower' hotel on East Ojai Avenue

The Planning Commission will discuss a concept review for a proposed hotel development called 'Wildflower' at 923 E. Ojai Avenue. The project includes a General Plan amendment from Commercial Manufacturing to General Commercial, merging three lots, and a design review for 8 hotel units. The Commission will provide feedback and accept public comment. Other agenda items include approval of prior meeting minutes and a future agenda discussion.

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 AGENDA PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING WEDNESDAY, JUNE 17, 2026, 6:00 PM CITY HALL CHAMBERS, 401 S. VENTURA STREET, OJAI, CA 93023 VIEWING & ACCESS Public participation is encouraged! The meetings are conducted in a hybrid model, providing both in-person attendance and virtual public comment via the Zoom link below. Virtual attendance via Zoom is the only way to remotely provide public comment. Pre-registration is not required for public comment via Zoom. Instead, Zoom participants will utilize the “hand-raise” function to indicate their desire to speak on an item. The meeting is also livestreamed on the City's website at ojai.ca.gov/525/2968/Public-Meetings , on YouTube at youtube.com/@ojaicity , and on Spectrum Channel 10. See “Public Comment Options” below for further instruction. ZOOM LINK - June 17, 2026 - Regular Meeting CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE APPROVAL OF AGENDA PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS Public Communications is the time set aside during the Planning Commission meeting for members of the public to address the Planning Commission on items of City business other than scheduled agenda items.  Matters raised at this time may be briefly discussed by the Commission and will generally be referred to staff and/or placed on a subsequent agenda.  Under State law, other than for emergency items, no action can be taken at this meeting. CONSENT CALENDAR All matters listed on the C …
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Tue Jun 16, 2026

Ojai City Council Special Meeting

Ojai City Council to discuss July 4th parade chair regulations and well ordinance repeal

The City Council will consider policies for regulating the placement of chairs for the Fourth of July Parade. The body will also introduce an ordinance to repeal well construction and demolition standards and discuss changing council representation on city commissions.

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 AGENDA CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING TUESDAY, JUNE 16, 2026, 6:00 PM KENT HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL CAMPUS - 111 W SANTA ANA ST, OJAI, CA ADDITIONAL MEETING LOCATION - 901 PORTAL AVE, OAKLAND, CA 94610 - TO ACCOMMODATE COUNCIL MEMBER RULE WHO IS ATTENDING THE MEETING VIA TELECONFERENCE OJAI CITY COUNCIL ANDY GILMAN, MAYOR DISTRICT 1 - LESLIE RULE DISTRICT 2 - RACHEL LANG DISTRICT 3 - ANDREW WHITMAN DISTRICT 4 - KIM MANG   BEN HARVEY CITY MANAGER BETHANY BURGESS CITY ATTORNEY WESTON MONTGOMERY CHIEF DEPUTY CITY CLERK   VIEWING & ACCESS Public participation is encouraged! The Ojai City Council meets regularly on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month at 6:00 p.m. The meetings are conducted in a hybrid model, providing both in-person attendance and virtual public comment via the Zoom link below. Virtual attendance via Zoom is the only way to remotely provide public comment. Pre-registration is not required for public comment via Zoom. Instead, Zoom participants will utilize the “hand-raise” function to indicate their desire to speak on an item. The meeting is also livestreamed on the City's website at ojai.ca.gov/525/2968/Public-Meetings , on YouTube at youtube.com/@ojaicity , and on Spectrum Channel 10. See “Public Comment Options” below for further instruction. THIS MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED IN A HYBRID MODEL WITH BOTH IN-PERSON ATTENDANCE AND VIRTUAL PARTICIPATION. TO PARTI …
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Thu Jun 11, 2026

Historic Preservation Commission Regular Meeting

Historic Preservation Commission to review railroad trail and resource survey reports

The Commission will receive reports on the Ventura and Ojai Railroad Heritage Trail and the Historic Resource Inventory Survey. The body will also be notified of three proposed minor work permits for residential properties, including one historic landmark.

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 AGENDA HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING THURSDAY, JUNE 11, 2026, 6:00 PM OJAI CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 401 S VENTURA ST, OJAI, CA VIEWING & ACCESS Public participation is encouraged! The meetings are conducted in a hybrid model, providing both in-person attendance and virtual public comment via the Zoom link below. Virtual attendance via Zoom is the only way to remotely provide public comment. Pre-registration is not required for public comment via Zoom. Instead, Zoom participants will utilize the “hand-raise” function to indicate their desire to speak on an item. The meeting is also livestreamed on the City's website at ojai.ca.gov/525/2968/Public-Meetings , on YouTube at youtube.com/@ojaicity , and on Spectrum Channel 10. See “Public Comment Options” below for further instruction. ZOOM LINK - June 11, 2026 - Regular Meeting CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE APPROVAL OF AGENDA PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS Public Communications is the time set aside during the meeting for members of the public to address the legislative body on items of City business other than scheduled agenda items. Matters raised at this time may be briefly discussed by members of the legislative body and will generally be referred to staff and/or placed on a subsequent agenda. Under State law, other than for emergency items, no action can be taken. MUSEUM REPRESENTATIVE REPORT CONSENT CALENDAR All matters lis …
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Thu Jun 11, 2026

Ojai City Council Special Meeting

Council to discuss chair placement rules on Ojai Ave for July 4 parade

The Ojai City Council holds a special meeting to discuss a concept for regulating chairs and personal property in the public right-of-way along Ojai Avenue ahead of the Fourth of July parade. The council will also hold a closed session on existing litigation (Leslie Rule v. City of Ojai) and anticipated litigation. No other action items are on the agenda.

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 AGENDA CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING THURSDAY, JUNE 11, 2026, 3:00 PM KENT HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL CAMPUS - 111 W SANTA ANA ST, OJAI, CA AGENDA UPDATED - 6/10/26, 1:00 PM - UPDATED TO INCLUDE DISCUSSION ITEM #1 OJAI CITY COUNCIL ANDY GILMAN, MAYOR DISTRICT 1 - LESLIE RULE DISTRICT 2 - RACHEL LANG DISTRICT 3 - ANDREW WHITMAN DISTRICT 4 - KIM MANG   BEN HARVEY CITY MANAGER BETHANY BURGESS CITY ATTORNEY WESTON MONTGOMERY CHIEF DEPUTY CITY CLERK   VIEWING & ACCESS Public participation is encouraged! The Ojai City Council meets regularly on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month at 6:00 p.m. The meetings are conducted in a hybrid model, providing both in-person attendance and virtual public comment via the Zoom link below. Virtual attendance via Zoom is the only way to remotely provide public comment. Pre-registration is not required for public comment via Zoom. Instead, Zoom participants will utilize the “hand-raise” function to indicate their desire to speak on an item. The meeting is also livestreamed on the City's website at ojai.ca.gov/525/2968/Public-Meetings , on YouTube at youtube.com/@ojaicity , and on Spectrum Channel 10. See “Public Comment Options” below for further instruction. THIS MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED IN A HYBRID MODEL WITH BOTH IN-PERSON ATTENDANCE AND VIRTUAL PARTICIPATION. TO PARTICIPATE IN THE LIVE VIRTUAL MEETING VIA ZOOM, CLICK THIS LINK: This meeti …
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Tue Jun 9, 2026

Ojai City Council Regular Meeting

City Council to adopt resolutions for the November 2026 municipal election

The Ojai City Council will vote on three resolutions: calling the November 3, 2026 general municipal election, requesting consolidation of the election with the statewide general election, and adopting regulations for candidate statements. The council will also consider a public hearing on assessments for three landscaping and lighting districts for FY 2026/2027. Additional items include a police motorcycle purchase, a janitorial services contract, and an appeal of a planning commission denial.

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 AGENDA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, JUNE 9, 2026, 6:00 PM KENT HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL CAMPUS - 111 W SANTA ANA ST, OJAI, CA OJAI CITY COUNCIL ANDY GILMAN, MAYOR DISTRICT 1 - LESLIE RULE DISTRICT 2 - RACHEL LANG DISTRICT 3 - ANDREW WHITMAN DISTRICT 4 - KIM MANG   BEN HARVEY CITY MANAGER BETHANY BURGESS CITY ATTORNEY WESTON MONTGOMERY CHIEF DEPUTY CITY CLERK   VIEWING & ACCESS Public participation is encouraged! The Ojai City Council meets regularly on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month at 6:00 p.m. The meetings are conducted in a hybrid model, providing both in-person attendance and virtual public comment via the Zoom link below. Virtual attendance via Zoom is the only way to remotely provide public comment. Pre-registration is not required for public comment via Zoom. Instead, Zoom participants will utilize the “hand-raise” function to indicate their desire to speak on an item. The meeting is also livestreamed on the City's website at ojai.ca.gov/525/2968/Public-Meetings , on YouTube at youtube.com/@ojaicity , and on Spectrum Channel 10. See “Public Comment Options” below for further instruction. THIS MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED IN A HYBRID MODEL WITH BOTH IN-PERSON ATTENDANCE AND VIRTUAL PARTICIPATION. TO PARTICIPATE IN THE LIVE VIRTUAL MEETING VIA ZOOM, CLICK THIS LINK: This meeting will also be available for viewing only on the City's website through Granicus …
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Thu Jun 4, 2026

Parks and Recreation Commission Regular Meeting

Parks Commission to discuss Sarzotti Playground RFP and aquatics

The Ojai Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a regular meeting with discussion items including a community aquatics program review, creating an ad-hoc aquatics committee, and an update on the Request for Proposal for the Sarzotti Playground. The consent calendar includes approval of the May 7, 2026 meeting minutes. Public comment is accepted in person and via Zoom.

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 AGENDA PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING THURSDAY, JUNE 4, 2026, 6:00 PM OJAI CITY HALL, CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 401 SOUTH VENTURA STREET, OJAI, CA VIEWING & ACCESS Public participation is encouraged! The meetings are conducted in a hybrid model, providing both in-person attendance and virtual public comment via the Zoom link below. Virtual attendance via Zoom is the only way to remotely provide public comment. Pre-registration is not required for public comment via Zoom. Instead, Zoom participants will utilize the “hand-raise” function to indicate their desire to speak on an item. The meeting is also livestreamed on the City's website at ojai.ca.gov/525/2968/Public-Meetings , on YouTube at youtube.com/@ojaicity , and on Spectrum Channel 10. See “Public Comment Options” below for further instruction. ZOOM LINK - June 4, 2026 - Regular Meeting CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE APPROVAL OF AGENDA PUBLIC COMMENTS The Parks and Recreation Commission will receive comments from the public on items within the Commission's jurisdiction which are not on the agenda.  The Commission cannot discuss or take action on items raised during public comments but, if appropriate, can schedule the item on a future agenda for discussion and action.  Please begin by stating your name and address and limit your comments to three minutes. CONSENT CALENDAR All matters listed on the Consent Calenda …
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Wed Jun 3, 2026

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

Planning Commission to consider zone change for Ojai Gas

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request to change the zoning of a property to allow alcohol sales. The body will decide whether to recommend approval of this change to the City Council.

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 AGENDA PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3, 2026, 6:00 PM CITY HALL CHAMBERS, 401 S. VENTURA STREET, OJAI, CA 93023 VIEWING & ACCESS Public participation is encouraged! The meetings are conducted in a hybrid model, providing both in-person attendance and virtual public comment via the Zoom link below. Virtual attendance via Zoom is the only way to remotely provide public comment. Pre-registration is not required for public comment via Zoom. Instead, Zoom participants will utilize the “hand-raise” function to indicate their desire to speak on an item. The meeting is also livestreamed on the City's website at ojai.ca.gov/525/2968/Public-Meetings , on YouTube at youtube.com/@ojaicity , and on Spectrum Channel 10. See “Public Comment Options” below for further instruction. ZOOM LINK - June 3, 2026 - Regular Meeting CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE APPROVAL OF AGENDA PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS Public Communications is the time set aside during the Planning Commission meeting for members of the public to address the Planning Commission on items of City business other than scheduled agenda items.  Matters raised at this time may be briefly discussed by the Commission and will generally be referred to staff and/or placed on a subsequent agenda.  Under State law, other than for emergency items, no action can be taken at this meeting. CONSENT CALENDAR All matters listed on the Con …
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Tue Jun 2, 2026

Ojai City Council Special Meeting

Council to vote on aquatics program fees, lifeguard pay, and school district deal

The Ojai City Council will consider adopting a resolution updating the lifeguard salary schedule, approving a $5 per person entry fee for open and lap swim, and authorizing a $5,000 allocation for reduced-fee waivers for income-qualified participants. The council will also review and provide input on a draft request for proposals for the Sarzotti Park playground reconstruction project, and may direct staff to issue the RFP. A closed session is scheduled for labor negotiations with unrepresented employees.

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 AGENDA CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING TUESDAY, JUNE 2, 2026, 6:00 PM KENT HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL CAMPUS - 111 W SANTA ANA ST, OJAI, CA OJAI CITY COUNCIL ANDY GILMAN, MAYOR DISTRICT 1 - LESLIE RULE DISTRICT 2 - RACHEL LANG DISTRICT 3 - ANDREW WHITMAN DISTRICT 4 - KIM MANG   BEN HARVEY CITY MANAGER BETHANY BURGESS CITY ATTORNEY WESTON MONTGOMERY CHIEF DEPUTY CITY CLERK   VIEWING & ACCESS Public participation is encouraged! The Ojai City Council meets regularly on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month at 6:00 p.m. The meetings are conducted in a hybrid model, providing both in-person attendance and virtual public comment via the Zoom link below. Virtual attendance via Zoom is the only way to remotely provide public comment. Pre-registration is not required for public comment via Zoom. Instead, Zoom participants will utilize the “hand-raise” function to indicate their desire to speak on an item. The meeting is also livestreamed on the City's website at ojai.ca.gov/525/2968/Public-Meetings , on YouTube at youtube.com/@ojaicity , and on Spectrum Channel 10. See “Public Comment Options” below for further instruction. THIS MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED IN A HYBRID MODEL WITH BOTH IN-PERSON ATTENDANCE AND VIRTUAL PARTICIPATION. TO PARTICIPATE IN THE LIVE VIRTUAL MEETING VIA ZOOM, CLICK THIS LINK: This meeting will also be available for viewing only on the City's website through Granicus …
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Tue Jun 2, 2026

Finance and Budget Committee Special Meeting

Finance Committee reviews FY 2026‑27 budget and GANN appropriation limits

The Finance and Budget Committee will consider the GANN Appropriation Limit calculation and the second draft of the FY 2026‑27 proposed budget. Staff will present a PowerPoint on the GANN limit and a budget document for review. The committee will recommend whether to approve the May 19 minutes and will discuss the FY 2026‑27 budget draft.

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 AGENDA FINANCE AND BUDGET COMMITTEE SPECIAL MEETING TUESDAY, JUNE 2, 2026, 2:00 PM CITY HALL CHAMBERS - 401 S VENTURA ST, OJAI, CA VIEWING & ACCESS Public participation is encouraged! The meetings are conducted in a hybrid model, providing both in-person attendance and virtual public comment via the Zoom link below. Virtual attendance via Zoom is the only way to remotely provide public comment. Pre-registration is not required for public comment via Zoom. Instead, Zoom participants will utilize the “hand-raise” function to indicate their desire to speak on an item. The meeting is also livestreamed on the City's website at ojai.ca.gov/525/2968/Public-Meetings , on YouTube at youtube.com/@ojaicity , and on Spectrum Channel 10. See “Public Comment Options” below for further instruction. ZOOM LINK - June 2, 2026 - Special Meeting ROLL CALL PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE APPROVAL OF AGENDA PRESENTATION 1. GANN Appropriation Limit, Terry Shea, Partner RAMS CPA   Article XIII B Appropriations Limit PowerPoint CONSENT 2. Finance and Budget Committee Minutes May 19, 2026   RECOMMENDATION: Approve.  5-19-2026 Finance and Budget Committee Minutes DISCUSSION  3. Fiscal Year 2026-27 GANN Appropriation Limit Calculation    RECOMMENDATION: Review Fiscal Year 2026-27 GANN Appropriation Limit Calculation  Administrative Report - GANN Attachment A 4. Fiscal Year 2026 …
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Thu May 28, 2026

Ojai City Council Special Meeting

Council holds second workshop on tree ordinance expansion

The City Council is holding a second community workshop to gather public input on potential updates and expansion of the existing Tree Ordinance. No formal decisions are expected; the meeting is solely for discussion and public comment.

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 AGENDA CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING THURSDAY, MAY 28, 2026, 6:00 PM KENT HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL CAMPUS - 111 W SANTA ANA ST, OJAI, CA OJAI CITY COUNCIL ANDY GILMAN, MAYOR DISTRICT 1 - LESLIE RULE DISTRICT 2 - RACHEL LANG DISTRICT 3 - ANDREW WHITMAN DISTRICT 4 - KIM MANG   BEN HARVEY CITY MANAGER BETHANY BURGESS CITY ATTORNEY WESTON MONTGOMERY CHIEF DEPUTY CITY CLERK   VIEWING & ACCESS Public participation is encouraged! The Ojai City Council meets regularly on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month at 6:00 p.m. The meetings are conducted in a hybrid model, providing both in-person attendance and virtual public comment via the Zoom link below. Virtual attendance via Zoom is the only way to remotely provide public comment. Pre-registration is not required for public comment via Zoom. Instead, Zoom participants will utilize the “hand-raise” function to indicate their desire to speak on an item. The meeting is also livestreamed on the City's website at ojai.ca.gov/525/2968/Public-Meetings , on YouTube at youtube.com/@ojaicity , and on Spectrum Channel 10. See “Public Comment Options” below for further instruction. THIS MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED IN A HYBRID MODEL WITH BOTH IN-PERSON ATTENDANCE AND VIRTUAL PARTICIPATION. TO PARTICIPATE IN THE LIVE VIRTUAL MEETING VIA ZOOM, CLICK THIS LINK: This meeting will also be available for viewing only on the City's website through Granicu …
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Tue May 26, 2026

Ojai City Council Regular Meeting

Council to consider shifting from district to at-large voting

The City Council will discuss and provide direction on several items, including a potential shift from by-district to at-large City Council elections (item 7), initiating proceedings for annual assessments for landscaping and lighting districts (item 8), and receiving a presentation on the five-year Capital Improvement Program (item 9). The Council will also deliberate on whether to submit a proposal to acquire modular shelter units from the City of Long Beach (item 10) and receive an update on the Aspire Broadband agreement (item 11).

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 AGENDA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, MAY 26, 2026, 6:00 PM KENT HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL CAMPUS - 111 W SANTA ANA ST, OJAI, CA AGENDA UPDATED - 5/22/26, 9:00 PM - TO INCLUDE PRESENTATION SECTION ITEM OJAI CITY COUNCIL ANDY GILMAN, MAYOR DISTRICT 1 - LESLIE RULE DISTRICT 2 - RACHEL LANG DISTRICT 3 - ANDREW WHITMAN DISTRICT 4 - KIM MANG   BEN HARVEY CITY MANAGER BETHANY BURGESS CITY ATTORNEY WESTON MONTGOMERY CHIEF DEPUTY CITY CLERK   VIEWING & ACCESS Public participation is encouraged! The Ojai City Council meets regularly on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month at 6:00 p.m. The meetings are conducted in a hybrid model, providing both in-person attendance and virtual public comment via the Zoom link below. Virtual attendance via Zoom is the only way to remotely provide public comment. Pre-registration is not required for public comment via Zoom. Instead, Zoom participants will utilize the “hand-raise” function to indicate their desire to speak on an item. The meeting is also livestreamed on the City's website at ojai.ca.gov/525/2968/Public-Meetings , on YouTube at youtube.com/@ojaicity , and on Spectrum Channel 10. See “Public Comment Options” below for further instruction. THIS MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED IN A HYBRID MODEL WITH BOTH IN-PERSON ATTENDANCE AND VIRTUAL PARTICIPATION. TO PARTICIPATE IN THE LIVE VIRTUAL MEETING VIA ZOOM, CLICK THIS LINK: This meeting wil …
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Tue May 26, 2026

Ojai City Council Special Meeting

Council to hold closed session on labor negotiations with unrepresented employees

This special meeting consists solely of a closed session under Government Code Section 54957.6 for the City Council to confer with labor negotiators regarding unrepresented employees. No other public business or votes are scheduled.

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 AGENDA CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING TUESDAY, MAY 26, 2026, 5:00 PM KENT HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL CAMPUS - 111 W SANTA ANA ST, OJAI, CA OJAI CITY COUNCIL ANDY GILMAN, MAYOR DISTRICT 1 - LESLIE RULE DISTRICT 2 - RACHEL LANG DISTRICT 3 - ANDREW WHITMAN DISTRICT 4 - KIM MANG   BEN HARVEY CITY MANAGER BETHANY BURGESS CITY ATTORNEY WESTON MONTGOMERY CHIEF DEPUTY CITY CLERK   VIEWING & ACCESS Public participation is encouraged! The Ojai City Council meets regularly on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month at 6:00 p.m. The meetings are conducted in a hybrid model, providing both in-person attendance and virtual public comment via the Zoom link below. Virtual attendance via Zoom is the only way to remotely provide public comment. Pre-registration is not required for public comment via Zoom. Instead, Zoom participants will utilize the “hand-raise” function to indicate their desire to speak on an item. The meeting is also livestreamed on the City's website at ojai.ca.gov/525/2968/Public-Meetings , on YouTube at youtube.com/@ojaicity , and on Spectrum Channel 10. See “Public Comment Options” below for further instruction. THIS MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED IN A HYBRID MODEL WITH BOTH IN-PERSON ATTENDANCE AND VIRTUAL PARTICIPATION. TO PARTICIPATE IN THE LIVE VIRTUAL MEETING VIA ZOOM, CLICK THIS LINK: This meeting will also be available for viewing only on the City's website through Granicus …
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Wed May 20, 2026

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

Planning Commission to decide on Ojai Mountain Farm outdoor dining expansion

The Ojai Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a Design Review and Conditional Use Permit for modifications to the outdoor dining area at 242 East Ojai Avenue (Ojai Mountain Farm). A closed session is also scheduled regarding anticipated litigation over a zoning clearance at the same address. Additionally, the commission will discuss the Safety Element Administrative Draft as part of the General Plan Update.

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 AGENDA PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING WEDNESDAY, MAY 20, 2026, 6:00 PM CITY HALL CHAMBERS, 401 S. VENTURA STREET, OJAI, CA 93023 VIEWING & ACCESS Public participation is encouraged! The meetings are conducted in a hybrid model, providing both in-person attendance and virtual public comment via the Zoom link below. Virtual attendance via Zoom is the only way to remotely provide public comment. Pre-registration is not required for public comment via Zoom. Instead, Zoom participants will utilize the “hand-raise” function to indicate their desire to speak on an item. The meeting is also livestreamed on the City's website at ojai.ca.gov/525/2968/Public-Meetings , on YouTube at youtube.com/@ojaicity , and on Spectrum Channel 10. See “Public Comment Options” below for further instruction. ZOOM LINK - May 20, 2026 - Planning Commission Regular Meeting CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE APPROVAL OF AGENDA PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS Public Communications is the time set aside during the Planning Commission meeting for members of the public to address the Planning Commission on items of City business other than scheduled agenda items.  Matters raised at this time may be briefly discussed by the Commission and will generally be referred to staff and/or placed on a subsequent agenda.  Under State law, other than for emergency items, no action can be taken at this meeting. CLOSED SESSION ITEM CONFE …
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Tue May 19, 2026

Finance and Budget Committee

Committee to review FY 2026-27 proposed budget and investment policy

The Finance and Budget Committee will review the draft FY 2026-27 budget, which includes total citywide revenues of $31,067,278 and expenditures of $37,276,665. The general fund budget is $18,668,490 in revenues and $18,236,523 in expenditures, with a projected operational surplus of $158,917 after one-time costs. The committee will also review a proposed investment policy. A second budget meeting is scheduled for June 2, 2026.

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CITY OF OJAI FINANCE AND BUDGET COMMITTEE SPECIAL MEETING TUESDAY, MAY 19, 2026, 2:00 PM CITY HALL CHAMBERS – 401 S VENTURA ST, OJAI, CA VIEWING & ACCESS THIS MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED IN A HYBRID MODEL WITH BOTH IN-PERSON ATTENDANCE AND VIRTUAL PARTICIPATION. TO PARTICIPATE IN THE LIVE VIRTUAL MEETING VIA ZOOM, CLICK THIS LINK: ZOOM LINK – MAY 19, 2:00PM This meeting will also be available for viewing only on the City’s website through Granicus at ojai.ca.gov/525/2968/Public-Meetings, on YouTube at youtube.com/@ojaicity, or on Spectrum Channel 10. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please call (805) 646-5581. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting. If you feel that a language interpreter is necessary for you to participate in this meeting, notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements for an interpreter to assure your participation/understanding of this meeting of the City Council. Si considera que un intérprete de idiomas es necesario para participar en esta reunión, la notificación 48 horas antes de la reunión le permitirá a la Ciudad hacer arreglos razonables para que un intérprete asegure su participación / comprensión de esta reunión del Concejo Municipal. Para Español por favor llame al (805) 646-5581 ext. 101 o por correo e …
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Thu May 14, 2026

Historic Preservation Commission Regular Meeting

Commission to vote on rehab of Libbey Gate House, including new outdoor kitchen

The Historic Preservation Commission will hold public hearings on a major work permit for the historic Libbey Gate House at 1001 Foothill Road and a sign permit for Walson Wine Bar at 338 E. Ojai Avenue. They will also discuss proposed modifications to the Ojai Mountain Farm restaurant, Treasures of Ojai, Libbey Pop-Ups, and an update on the Historic Resource Inventory Survey.

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 AGENDA HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING THURSDAY, MAY 14, 2026, 6:00 PM OJAI CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 401 S VENTURA ST, OJAI, CA VIEWING & ACCESS Public participation is encouraged! The meetings are conducted in a hybrid model, providing both in-person attendance and virtual public comment via the Zoom link below. Virtual attendance via Zoom is the only way to remotely provide public comment. Pre-registration is not required for public comment via Zoom. Instead, Zoom participants will utilize the “hand-raise” function to indicate their desire to speak on an item. The meeting is also livestreamed on the City's website at ojai.ca.gov/525/2968/Public-Meetings , on YouTube at youtube.com/@ojaicity , and on Spectrum Channel 10. See “Public Comment Options” below for further instruction. ZOOM LINK - May 14, 2026 - Historic Preservation Commission Regular Meeting CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE APPROVAL OF AGENDA PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS Public Communications is the time set aside during the meeting for members of the public to address the legislative body on items of City business other than scheduled agenda items. Matters raised at this time may be briefly discussed by members of the legislative body and will generally be referred to staff and/or placed on a subsequent agenda. Under State law, other than for emergency items, no action can be taken. MUSEUM REPRESENTATIVE REPORT CON …
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Wed May 13, 2026

Ojai City Council Special Meeting for Closed Session

Ojai City Council meets in closed session to discuss lawsuit from councilmember Leslie Rule

This is a special meeting of the Ojai City Council held entirely in closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding existing litigation. The sole agenda item is the case Leslie Rule v. City of Ojai, a lawsuit filed in Ventura County Superior Court. No public decisions or votes are expected during this session.

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 AGENDA CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING WEDNESDAY, MAY 13, 2026, 2:30 PM KENT HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL CAMPUS - 111 W SANTA ANA ST, OJAI, CA AGENDA UPDATED TO REMOVE ADDITIONAL MEETING LOCATION AND TO REFLECT ALL COUNCIL MEMBERS WILL ATTEND IN PERSON IN THE KENT HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS (I.E., NO COUNCIL MEMBER WILL ATTEND VIA TELECONFERENCE) NO AGENDA ITEMS WERE MODIFIED BY THIS UPDATE ADDITIONAL MEETING LOCATION - 300 EXPLANADE DRIVE SUITE 250 - TO ACCOMODATE COUNCIL MEMBER WHITMAN WHO IS ATTENDING THE MEETING VIA TELECONFERENCE OJAI CITY COUNCIL ANDY GILMAN, MAYOR DISTRICT 1 - LESLIE RULE DISTRICT 2 - RACHEL LANG DISTRICT 3 - ANDREW WHITMAN DISTRICT 4 - KIM MANG   BEN HARVEY CITY MANAGER BETHANY BURGESS CITY ATTORNEY WESTON MONTGOMERY CHIEF DEPUTY CITY CLERK   VIEWING & ACCESS Public participation is encouraged! The Ojai City Council meets regularly on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month at 6:00 p.m. The meetings are conducted in a hybrid model, providing both in-person attendance and virtual public comment via the Zoom link below. Virtual attendance via Zoom is the only way to remotely provide public comment. Pre-registration is not required for public comment via Zoom. Instead, Zoom participants will utilize the “hand-raise” function to indicate their desire to speak on an item. The meeting is also livestreamed on the City's website at ojai.ca.gov/525/2968/Public-Meetings , on YouTube …
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Tue May 12, 2026

Ojai City Council Special Meeting

City Council to hear tax appeals for Su Nido Inn and Casa Ojai Inn

The City Council will hold two appeal hearings to decide whether to uphold or overturn tax collector determinations regarding Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) and penalties. Both appeals were filed by business owner Cameron Larner.

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 AGENDA CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING TUESDAY, MAY 12, 2026, 5:00 PM KENT HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL CAMPUS - 111 W SANTA ANA ST, OJAI, CA OJAI CITY COUNCIL ANDY GILMAN, MAYOR DISTRICT 1 - LESLIE RULE DISTRICT 2 - RACHEL LANG DISTRICT 3 - ANDREW WHITMAN DISTRICT 4 - KIM MANG   BEN HARVEY CITY MANAGER BETHANY BURGESS CITY ATTORNEY WESTON MONTGOMERY CHIEF DEPUTY CITY CLERK   VIEWING & ACCESS Public participation is encouraged! The Ojai City Council meets regularly on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month at 6:00 p.m. The meetings are conducted in a hybrid model, providing both in-person attendance and virtual public comment via the Zoom link below. Virtual attendance via Zoom is the only way to remotely provide public comment. Pre-registration is not required for public comment via Zoom. Instead, Zoom participants will utilize the “hand-raise” function to indicate their desire to speak on an item. The meeting is also livestreamed on the City's website at ojai.ca.gov/525/2968/Public-Meetings , on YouTube at youtube.com/@ojaicity , and on Spectrum Channel 10. See “Public Comment Options” below for further instruction. THIS MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED IN A HYBRID MODEL WITH BOTH IN-PERSON ATTENDANCE AND VIRTUAL PARTICIPATION. TO PARTICIPATE IN THE LIVE VIRTUAL MEETING VIA ZOOM, CLICK THIS LINK: This meeting will also be available for viewing only on the City's website through Granicus …
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Tue May 12, 2026

Ojai City Council Regular Meeting

Council discusses Habitat for Humanity project and land trust options

The Ojai City Council will consider property management options for a five-unit Habitat for Humanity residential project. The body is also discussing the potential shift to at-large voting for council members and the annual levy of assessments for landscaping and lighting districts.

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 AGENDA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, MAY 12, 2026, 6:00 PM KENT HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL CAMPUS - 111 W SANTA ANA ST, OJAI, CA OJAI CITY COUNCIL ANDY GILMAN, MAYOR DISTRICT 1 - LESLIE RULE DISTRICT 2 - RACHEL LANG DISTRICT 3 - ANDREW WHITMAN DISTRICT 4 - KIM MANG   BEN HARVEY CITY MANAGER BETHANY BURGESS CITY ATTORNEY WESTON MONTGOMERY CHIEF DEPUTY CITY CLERK   VIEWING & ACCESS Public participation is encouraged! The Ojai City Council meets regularly on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month at 6:00 p.m. The meetings are conducted in a hybrid model, providing both in-person attendance and virtual public comment via the Zoom link below. Virtual attendance via Zoom is the only way to remotely provide public comment. Pre-registration is not required for public comment via Zoom. Instead, Zoom participants will utilize the “hand-raise” function to indicate their desire to speak on an item. The meeting is also livestreamed on the City's website at ojai.ca.gov/525/2968/Public-Meetings , on YouTube at youtube.com/@ojaicity , and on Spectrum Channel 10. See “Public Comment Options” below for further instruction. THIS MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED IN A HYBRID MODEL WITH BOTH IN-PERSON ATTENDANCE AND VIRTUAL PARTICIPATION. TO PARTICIPATE IN THE LIVE VIRTUAL MEETING VIA ZOOM, CLICK THIS LINK: This meeting will also be available for viewing only on the City's website through Granicus …
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Thu May 7, 2026

Parks and Recreation Commission Regular Meeting

Parks Commission to discuss park capital projects and aquatics programming

The Parks and Recreation Commission will review community aquatics programming and identify priority park capital improvement projects. The body will also review survey results regarding the Sarzotti Playground.

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 AGENDA PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING THURSDAY, MAY 7, 2026, 6:00 PM OJAI CITY HALL, CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 401 SOUTH VENTURA STREET, OJAI, CA VIEWING & ACCESS Public participation is encouraged! The meetings are conducted in a hybrid model, providing both in-person attendance and virtual public comment via the Zoom link below. Virtual attendance via Zoom is the only way to remotely provide public comment. Pre-registration is not required for public comment via Zoom. Instead, Zoom participants will utilize the “hand-raise” function to indicate their desire to speak on an item. The meeting is also livestreamed on the City's website at ojai.ca.gov/525/2968/Public-Meetings , on YouTube at youtube.com/@ojaicity , and on Spectrum Channel 10. See “Public Comment Options” below for further instruction. ZOOM LINK - May 7, 2026 - Regular Meeting CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE APPROVAL OF AGENDA PUBLIC COMMENTS The Parks and Recreation Commission will receive comments from the public on items within the Commission's jurisdiction which are not on the agenda.  The Commission cannot discuss or take action on items raised during public comments but, if appropriate, can schedule the item on a future agenda for discussion and action.  Please begin by stating your name and address and limit your comments to three minutes. CONSENT CALENDAR All matters listed on the Consent Calendar …
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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
$12.7MANNA LISA LUNA CONSTRUCTION, INC.
Department of Defense · MUNITIONS AND IGLOO CONSTRUCTION
$11.0MANNA LISA LUNA CONSTRUCTION, INC.
Department of Defense · CONSTRUCT MUNITIONS IGLOOS B672 AND B734 - 183511
$7.2MANNA LISA LUNA CONSTRUCTION, INC.
National Aeronautics and Space Administr · WRMACC SEED POOL 2, REPAIR TAXIWAY PHASE 1
$7.1MFED CON - VC JOINT VENTURE
Department of Defense · X008 D7J30417 - 4.7 WAO NEW FACILITY
$6.2MANNA LISA LUNA CONSTRUCTION, INC.
National Aeronautics and Space Administr · REPAIR OF CENTER WIDE SEWER SYSTEMS
$5.9MANNA LISA LUNA CONSTRUCTION, INC.
Department of Defense · MUNITIONS IGLOOS AND MAINTENANCE & INSPECTION FACILITY B732
$5.9MANNA LISA LUNA CONSTRUCTION, INC.
Department of Defense · MUNITIONS IGLOOS AND MAINTENANCE & INSPECTION FACILITY (B731)
$5.6MANNA LISA LUNA CONSTRUCTION, INC.
Department of Defense · MUNITIONS IGLOO WEST, EDWARDS AFB, CA
$5.5MANNA LISA LUNA CONSTRUCTION, INC.
Department of Defense · MINOR CONSTRUCTION OF MUNITIONS IGLOO B671
$5.4MANNA LISA LUNA CONSTRUCTION, INC.
Department of Defense · FY26 FSPM25SP038 MC MUNITIONS 80 IGLOO B673

Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.

🌐 County-level context (Ventura County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Traffic fatalities1 (1 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments22,992 (273,697 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$2,569/mo (136 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy25.8% (low numeracy 32% · 2017)

Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC

City profile

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Recorded votes
$21.9M
Annual budget
98
Employees on payroll
4
Permitted housing units

The money — in

source: Census gov-finance & state comptroller

Budget

Revenue$21.9M
Spending$17.3M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.

The money — out

source: city procurement & payroll

Who the city actually cuts checks to.

98 employees on the public payroll — every position and salary is public record.

Outcomes — economic mobility

source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research use

For kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:

White kids
0.474
All kids
0.429
Black kids
0.370

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Where it’s happening

geocoded land-use decisions
🗺 Interactive map
Every rezoning, development approval, and permit — explore the geocoded records in the research explorer.

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