City Council Meeting April 22, 2026

The City Council of Camarillo held a meeting on April 22, 2026, which included a significant focus on housing and community development issues. A major agenda item was the discussion and unanimous adoption of a mobile home land rent stabilization ordinance. The ordinance introduces vacancy control with an 8% cap on rent increases upon re-rental of existing mobile homes, aiming to protect mobile homeowners, many of whom are seniors or on fixed incomes, from sudden rent spikes and displacement. The council balanced concerns from mobile home residents advocating for rent protections and park owners emphasizing the need for reasonable returns and operational viability. Public comments featured passionate testimonies from residents and park representatives, highlighting the housing affordability crisis and the importance of preserving equity for mobile home owners. Additionally, the council received an economic update from Chandler Asset Management and approved the Camarillo Oldtown Strategic Action Plan, emphasizing public-private partnerships and community engagement for future development. The meeting also included recognitions and reports on community engagement initiatives, such as the newly formed teen civic engagement club.