May 11, 2023 Amigos 805 VENTURA COUNTY — For this year’s National Public Works Day on May 23rd, more than 1,200 students in Ventura County will visit the Ventura County Public Works Agency! National Public Works Day is an opportunity for kindergarten through high school students to learn about the world of public works. PWA…
Here is some information on the California Triathlon occurring in our area. Click here to find out more information about possible road closures or other things about this event. More information can be found at this link: https://ventura.californiatriathlon.org/Race/2022CalTriVentura/Page/course
RFQ to Provide Construction Inspection Services – Local The County of Ventura Roads & Transportation Department (AGENCY) is seeking a qualified Consulting firm to provide Construction Inspection Services through Fiscal Years 22/23-23/24. The successful candidate shall provide an experienced and qualified construction inspector that specializes in roadway capital improvements and is familiar in working with…
RFQ to Provide Construction Material Testing & Inspection – Local The County of Ventura Roads & Transportation Department (AGENCY) is seeking a qualified Consulting firm to provide Construction Material Testing & Inspection Services. The County of Ventura uses Caltrans Quality Assurance Program for testing and sampling requirements. The successful candidate shall provide an experienced and…
Efforts to remove Matilija Dam get $4.3 million to clear one hurdle, more ahead A nearly 25-year effort to tear down the long-defunct Matilija Dam near Ojai got a $4.3 million boost this month. The state’s Wildlife Conservation Board agreed to provide the funds to the Ventura County Public Works Agency – Watershed Protection District…
Eco-tip: Why not dynamite? Matilija Dam project illustrates value of watershed David Goldstein Special to Ventura County Star No matter where you live in Ventura County, recent progress on removal of the Matilija Dam may be inspiring to you because it reveals the relationships inside our local watersheds. A watershed is the area draining rain…
State Route (SR) 118 Realignment Project SR-118 is proposed to be widened to allow for a westbound left turn lane into the Moorpark Wastewater Treatment Plant, located just west of Grimes Canyon Road. The proposed safety improvements project is estimated to cost $1 million and will go to construction in 2024. The work includes safety…
February 17, 2023 California Department of Fish and Wildlife At its February 16, 2023, quarterly meeting, the Wildlife Conservation Board (WCB) approved approximately $51.83 million in grants to help restore and protect fish and wildlife habitat throughout California. Some of the 25 approved projects will benefit fish and wildlife — including some endangered species —…
February 13, 2023 PRLOG VENTURA, Calif. – Feb. 13, 2023 – PRLog — Illegal dumping is a serious problem for the communities in Ventura County. Waste poses an environmental threat to both humans and wildlife. Illegal dumping, along with a $3,000 fine plus clean-up costs and community service, can be avoided by locating the proper…
February 7, 2023 Amigos 805 VENTURA COUNTY — Today the Ventura County Board of Supervisors approved the acceptance of active transportation program cycle 6 grant funds for the Saticoy pedestrian project. This is the second state-sponsored Active Transportation Plan grant awarded to Ventura County Public Works Agency, and the $3.49m grant will be used for…