Board of Supervisors Meeting - September 22, 2026

The Ventura County Board of Supervisors convened on September 22, 2026, addressing a variety of agenda items including public safety, housing, and infrastructure. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of a resolution to temporarily waive water course protection ordinance permit fees to encourage proactive maintenance ahead of the anticipated El Nino season, supporting private property owners in watershed channel work. The board also received and approved a comprehensive Ventura County Farmworker Housing Study and Action Plan aimed at increasing affordable housing for farmworkers, with commitments to collaborate regionally and pursue funding opportunities. Additionally, the board approved the temporary closure of a portion of Kanata Laga Road due to safety concerns, and discussed updates to the emergency powers ordinance to modernize emergency management and clarify cost-sharing among jurisdictions. Public comments extensively covered concerns about permitting requirements for plug-in solar systems, with many urging the board to avoid imposing permits on UL-certified portable solar devices to promote affordable clean energy access. The board voted unanimously to continue a significant zoning ordinance item to a future meeting to allow for further review and public input. Motions to approve consent agenda items, meeting minutes, and appointments were passed unanimously. Overall, the meeting featured multiple policy and procurement decisions impacting infrastructure, housing development, and emergency preparedness in Ventura County.