County Close-Up
Welcome to County Close-Up, where we take you behind the scenes of County initiatives, programs, and our dedicated staff. Here, you’ll find Q&As with leaders and employees, insights into the work that keeps our community thriving, and highlights from the people and projects shaping our county. Stay informed, inspired, and connected as we showcase what makes Ventura County a great place to live and work.
5 Questions with Rob Mullane, Director, Resource Management Agency
1.The first Mountain Fire rebuild is a major milestone for our community, with one family recently receiving the approval to return home after the rebuild. From RMAโs perspective, what does
5 Questions with Ronald L. Miller II, Chief Probation Officer
1. The Board of Supervisors recently approved a 20-year lease to expand youth farm and education programs at the juvenile justice facilities. Can you share what this expansion means for
5 Questions with Alejandra Tellez, Sustainability Officer, County Executive Office
1. The County partners with the Tri-County Regional Energy Network to offer rebates that help residents upgrade home appliances and make energy-efficient improvements. What types of rebates are currently available,
5 Questions with Gregg Strakaluse, Director of Public Works Agency
1. As we begin the new year, what are the Public Works Agencyโs top priorities for 2026? With the Agencyโs mission in mind, weโll continue to focus on delivering efficient,
5 Questions with Michelle Ascencion, Clerk-Recorder & Registrar of Voters
What can you share with voters about the November 4th Special Election, for starters — what is it, and what makes it different from a regular election? People have asked
5 Questions with Marcus Mitchell, Director of Ventura County Department of Child Support Services
The Ventura Department of Child Support Services (VCDCSS) provides a wide range of services to families in our community. What do you see as the most important impact your team
5 Questions: Kim Dellacort, Emergency Manager, Ventura County Sheriff’s Office of Emergency Services
1. September is National Preparedness Month. Why is this such an important reminder for Ventura County residents? September offers an opportunity for fresh start, with a new season, back to
5 Questions: Danielle Keys, Director of Human Resources
1. Why is the County of Ventura Career & Resource Expo such a valuable opportunity for job seekers and students exploring their future paths? The Expo provides direct access to
5 Questions: Nancy Schram, Director, Ventura County Library
1. Summer reading is in full swing across the County, what can families expect from this yearโs Summer Reading Challenge, and how can they get involved?ย Ventura County Libraryโs โLevel
5 Questions: Michael Tripp, Director, Ventura County Harbor Department
This year marks the 60th anniversary of Channel Islands Harbor. What makes this milestone so significant for the Ventura County community? The Channel Islands Harbor has been an important piece
5 Questions with Rob Mullane, Director, Resource Management Agency
1.The first Mountain Fire rebuild is a major milestone for our community, with one family recently receiving the approval to return home after the rebuild. From RMAโs perspective, what does this moment represent, and what has gone into helping make rebuilding possible for families impacted by the fire? The completion
5 Questions with Ronald L. Miller II, Chief Probation Officer
1. The Board of Supervisors recently approved a 20-year lease to expand youth farm and education programs at the juvenile justice facilities. Can you share what this expansion means for the youth in Ventura County and the kinds of opportunities these programs will provide? The recent approval by the Ventura
5 Questions with Alejandra Tellez, Sustainability Officer, County Executive Office
1. The County partners with the Tri-County Regional Energy Network to offer rebates that help residents upgrade home appliances and make energy-efficient improvements. What types of rebates are currently available, and how can residents find out if they qualify? Every home is unique, and thatโs what makes the residential program
5 Questions with Gregg Strakaluse, Director of Public Works Agency
1. As we begin the new year, what are the Public Works Agencyโs top priorities for 2026? With the Agencyโs mission in mind, weโll continue to focus on delivering efficient, responsive and cost-effective public works services in 2026.ย Despite challenges of increasing costs associated with materials, State and Federal regulation,
5 Questions with Michelle Ascencion, Clerk-Recorder & Registrar of Voters
What can you share with voters about the November 4th Special Election, for starters — what is it, and what makes it different from a regular election? People have asked me, โWhatโs so โSpecialโ about this election โ whyโs it called that?โ and I can understand that the terminology is