County of Ventura Resource Management Agency

Mountain Fire Recovery Update 🏡

The third Mountain Fire rebuild is officially complete!

Camarillo residents George Reber and his son, Johnny, received their Certificate of Occupancy, signifying that their home is officially complete and ready for move-in.

This milestone reflects steady progress in the County’s recovery efforts. Many families, however, are still navigating the rebuilding process, with additional homes expected to reach completion in the coming months. County staff remain committed and available to provide guidance and answer questions as projects move from planning to construction and final inspection.

Residents can access recovery resources, updates, and additional information at recovery.venturacounty.gov.

🚨 SCAM ALERT 🚨

The FBI has sent an ongoing nationwide alert to the public about phishing scams targeting individuals and businesses with active Planning & Zoning permit applications.

Scammers are impersonating City and County officials to request fraudulent permit payments. These emails may include real permit numbers, property addresses, logos, and official names to appear legitimate.

⚠️ Red flags to watch for:
• Emails that appear official but come from non-government domains (example: “.com”)
• Requests for payment via wire transfer, payment apps, or cryptocurrency
• Attached invoices requesting payment instructions by email
• Messages that create urgency or threaten delays

How to Keep Yourself Safe:
✔️ The County will NEVER request payments via wire transfer, peer-to-peer payment apps, or cryptocurrency.
✔️ Always verify the sender’s email address for misspellings or extra characters.
✔️ Contact agencies directly using official phone numbers listed on County websites to confirm fees or correspondence.

Read the full alert and report any fraudulent messages to:
www.ic3.gov

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🚨 ALERTA DE ESTAFA 🚨

El FBI advierte sobre estafas de phishing dirigidas a personas y negocios con solicitudes activas de permisos de planificación y zonificación.

Los estafadores se hacen pasar por funcionarios municipales y del condado para solicitar pagos fraudulentos relacionados con permisos. Estos correos pueden incluir números de solicitud, direcciones y logotipos oficiales para parecer legítimos.

⚠️ Señales de Alerta:
• Correos electrónicos que parecen oficiales pero provienen de dominios no gubernamentales
• Solicitudes de pago mediante transferencia bancaria, aplicaciones o criptomonedas
• Facturas adjuntas solicitando instrucciones de pago por correo electrónico
• Mensajes urgentes o amenazas de demoras

✔️ El Condado NUNCA solicitará pagos mediante transferencia bancaria, aplicaciones o criptomonedas.
✔️ Verifique cuidadosamente las direcciones de correo electrónico y posibles errores ortográficos.
✔️ Llame directamente a las agencias utilizando números oficiales para confirmar cargos o correspondencia.

Mountain Fire Recovery Update 🏡

The second certificate of occupancy for a home rebuilt after the Mountain Fire has been issued.

The home belongs to Camarillo residents Al and Phyllis Nordquist, a couple in their 90s. All that remained after the fire was an untouched wedding album, a few family photographs, and mementos saved by firefighters. Their rebuilding journey officially began after receiving their permit on August 18, 2025, with the final inspection completed in early May.

“We hope our story gives hope and faith to other seniors who lost their homes and are thinking of rebuilding,” said Al Nordquest.

This milestone reflects steady progress in the County’s recovery efforts. Many families, however, are still navigating the rebuilding process, with additional homes expected to reach completion in the coming months. County staff remain committed and available to provide guidance and answer questions as projects move from planning to construction and final inspection.

Residents can access recovery resources, updates, and additional information at recovery.venturacounty.gov.

Celebrating Historic Preservation in Ventura County!

As we round up Historic Preservation Month, we’re proud to recognize 6 outstanding recipients whose efforts help preserve and celebrate Ventura County’s rich history and cultural landmarks. From passionate individuals to inspiring restoration projects, these honorees are keeping our heritage alive for future generations.

📸 Swipe through to meet this year’s awardees and explore their incredible preservation work!

Plein Air Ventura County
Museum of Ventura County
Santa Susana Railroad Depot - Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District
CAF SoCal
Port Hueneme Historical Society Museum
Rancho Camulos Museum

📣 Know a project, individual, or organization making a difference in your community? Nominate them for a Historic Preservation Award!

Awards are presented each May, and nominations can be submitted at: rma.venturacounty.gov/planning/historic-preservation-awards/

WE WANT YOUR FEEDBACK!
Submit your comments and learn more below ⬇️
The comment period closes on May 29.

📢The County of Ventura plans to apply for a Pro-housing Designation from the California Department of Housing and Community Development. This program recognizes communities that are working to build more housing, reduce delays, and make it easier to develop new homes.

If approved, this designation can help the County and developers in unincorporated county areas qualify for more state funding and improve their chances of receiving housing and infrastructure grants.

Opportunities to learn more and share feedback:
📆May 7 – Presentation to County Planning Commission
📆May 19 – Informational webinar
📆May 21 – Continuum of Care virtual meeting

Learn more here: shorturl.at/1cTAN

County of Ventura Resource Management Agency

REMINDER. All RMA offices and counters will be closed on Monday, May 25.

We will reopen Tuesday, May 26.

📌County administrative offices will be closed Monday May 25, 2026 in observance of the Memorial Day holiday. County offices reopen Tuesday May 26, 2026.

We are just 5 DAYS away from the event of the season! 📣

Join us on Thursday, May 28 from 5-7pm.
See more below! ⬇️

Due to the Sandy Fire, all schools in the Simi Valley Unified School District will be closed on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. All other Ventura County schools expect to be operating normally. Updates available at www.vcoe.org.