Ojai Valley Municipal Advisory Council - OVMAC

Prescribed Burn Scheduled for Tomorrow (June 3)
OVLC, in partnership with local and regional agencies, is moving forward with a prescribed burn tomorrow, June 3, at the Ventura River Steelhead Preserve west of Casitas Springs, weather and conditions permitting.

This burn is part of an ongoing ecological restoration research project examining how prescribed fire and broadcast seeding can help restore native plant communities, reduce invasive species such as yellow star-thistle, and improve long-term ecosystem health.

The operation will be overseen by the Ventura County Fire Department, with trained personnel and equipment on-site to ensure public safety and burn control. Smoke may be visible near Casitas Springs during the burn.

The prescribed burn is not open to the public. We appreciate the community's cooperation and support as we continue this important restoration work.

Thursday, May 28th.

TONIGHT & THURSDAY: Southern California Edison (SCE) is hosting public Wildfire Safety Community Meetings from 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM. These sessions offer a broad overview of SCE's regional approach to wildfire prevention, grid hardening, and Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS).

Register for May 19 at https://wkf.ms/3PIWWeg or May 21 at https://wkf.ms/41LGHzC to learn how to prepare for outages · Available programs and services · Getting support during an outage · Identifying cost-saving strategies · Enhancing emergency preparedness · Opportunities for questions and feedback

Ojai Valley MAC meeting agenda May 18, 2026 - See you there!

See you there this Wednesday at 6:00 PM at the Sarzotti Park Multipurpose Room!

Don’t forget to attend this important event, and please share the information with your family and friends.

Giddy up, Ojai! It's almost time for the E-Bike Safety Rodeo! 🤠

Round up the family and head over to the Sarzotti Park Multipurpose Room (510 Park Rd.) on Wednesday, May 6 at 6 p.m. for a free E-Bike Safety Event hosted by the Ojai Police Department and Ojai Parks and Recreation. Whether you’re a seasoned rider or just thinking about saddling up on a new electric ride, we’re here to help you navigate the trails safely and legally. 🚲

Riders will learn to spot the difference between street-legal e-bikes and illegal off-highway motorcycles to ensure they avoid citations or safety mishaps. The Rodeo will also cover regulations for juveniles and tips to steer clear of common violations out on the road.

For more information, call the Ojai Police Department at 805-646-1414. 🐴

Traveling to Ventura this Wednesday or Thursday please review ANNOUNCEMENT from our Friends at Caltrans

What:
Daytime Freeway Lane and Ramp Closures Scheduled for US 101 at Telephone Road

Where:
CITY OF VENTURA ― Daytime freeway lane and ramp closures are scheduled this week for US 101 at Telegraph Road in the city of Ventura for tree removal and vegetation control.
When:
Wednesday, May 6 and Thursday, May. 7 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.:
• The right lane of northbound US 101 at Telephone Road and the Telephone Road off-ramp will be closed.

Exit at Victoria Avenue north to Telephone Road.

Drivers always be aware of traffic conditions and working crews on the road. Take time to prepare to get to your destination.

Caltrans Project Update and Information on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CaltransDistrict7/

Giddy up, Ojai! It's almost time for the E-Bike Safety Rodeo! 🤠

Round up the family and head over to the Sarzotti Park Multipurpose Room (510 Park Rd.) on Wednesday, May 6 at 6 p.m. for a free E-Bike Safety Event hosted by the Ojai Police Department and Ojai Parks and Recreation. Whether you’re a seasoned rider or just thinking about saddling up on a new electric ride, we’re here to help you navigate the trails safely and legally. 🚲

Riders will learn to spot the difference between street-legal e-bikes and illegal off-highway motorcycles to ensure they avoid citations or safety mishaps. The Rodeo will also cover regulations for juveniles and tips to steer clear of common violations out on the road.

For more information, call the Ojai Police Department at 805-646-1414. 🐴