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Supervisor Jeff Gorell
Chair of the ventura County Board of Supervisors
Welcome to my new website! It is an honor to serve you as Ventura County Supervisor for the Second District.
I am dedicated to upholding the exceptional quality of life within Ventura County while striving to enhance the efficiency, accountability, and transparency of the county government. My primary objectives include fostering secure neighborhoods, attracting new employment opportunities for the middle class, tackling the significant issue of homelessness, and safeguarding our natural landscapes and ecosystems.
Thank you for allowing me to be your voice and your vote before county government, and please do not hesitate to reach out to me or my office if we can be of assistance.
Sincerely,
Jeff Gorell
Chair of the Board of Supervisors
County of Ventura
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Thank you to everyone who attended the Zone 0 Town Hall—both in person and online. Check out the event recap, video recording and resource information at: https://conta.cc/3KaxcEY.
Save the Date: Zone 0 Town Hall
Supervisor Jeff Gorell invites you to a Community Town Hall on California’s Draft Zone 0 Wildfire Regulations.
- Date: Wednesday, September 17
- Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
- Where:
Ventura County Fire Headquarters
2400 Conejo Spectrum St,
Newbury Park
The Board of Forestry and Fire Protection is developing new rules for Zone 0, the first five feet around your home. The Town Hall will offer an opportunity to learn more about the regulations and how to provide input.
Click here to learn more about Zone 0
RSVP for the event at SupervisorGorell@ventura.org
The event will be live-streamed on Youtube at the following link:
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It was a pleasure to welcome leaders, advocates and community members from across California to Ventura County for the 3rd Annual California Government and Disability Summit.
This year’s theme, “Access Forward,” is an important reminder that accessibility should be built into
September is Hunger Action Month in Ventura County! At yesterday’s Board of Supervisors meeting, we were proud to recognize Food Share of Ventura County for the incredible work they do every day to fight hunger and support local families. Thank you to the entire Food Share team
At today’s Board meeting, I was honored to recognize 10-year-old Girl Scout Junior Gemma Kleinzweig for an incredible act of courage.
Earlier this year, the local 6th grader was attending a Girl Scout camporee when her best friend and fellow Scout suddenly began choking on a
Join us today, Tuesday, September 1, at 8:30 AM. Attend in person at the Board of Supervisors Meeting Room at the Ventura County Government Center, 800 S. Victoria Ave., Ventura, or catch the meeting online.
Camarillo Heights Residents are invited to join me, the Ventura County Fire Department, and Ventura County Public Works on September 2, from 5:30–7:00 p.m. at the Camarillo Library (4101 Los Posas Road, Camarillo). This is an opportunity to hear important updates, ask questions,
That’s a wrap on our annual Somis Community Clean-Up. Thanks to everyone who came out to lend a hand!
Somis Community Clean Up happening now! Come on out until 11.
The partial lunar eclipse taken by my wife just now in Newbury Park
Join us in Somis this Saturday!
Saddened to hear of the passing of Dolly Parton, whose extraordinary legacy extends far beyond her music.
Just yesterday, I met with Ventura Friends of the Library to discuss ways to support our local Imagination Library initiative and help with fundraising efforts to bring the
It was a pleasure to welcome leaders, advocates and community members from across California to Ventura County for our 3rd Annual California Government and Disability Summit.
This year’s theme, “Access Forward,” is an important reminder that accessibility should be built into everything we do — not treated as an afterthought. Accessibility means making sure everyone has the opportunity to participate fully and independently.
Thank you to our Ventura County Disability Access Manager Dani Anderson for her leadership in bringing this Summit together, and to everyone working to create more accessible and inclusive communities.
Together, we can keep moving Access Forward.
September is Hunger Action Month in Ventura County! At yesterday’s Board of Supervisors meeting, we were proud to recognize Food Share of Ventura County for the incredible work they do every day to fight hunger and support local families. Thank you to the entire Food Share team for making such an important difference in our community! Help is available at foodshare.com. @foodsharevc
At today’s Board meeting, I was honored to recognize 10-year-old Girl Scout Junior Gemma Kleinzweig for an incredible act of courage.
Earlier this year, the local 6th grader was attending a Girl Scout camporee when her best friend and fellow Scout suddenly began choking on a marshmallow and couldn’t breathe. Without hesitation, Gemma recognized the emergency and sprang into action. She administered back blows, successfully clearing the obstruction. She then stayed by her friend’s side, comforting and reassuring her until adults arrived.
For her quick thinking, bravery and compassion, Gemma was awarded the Girl Scouts of the USA Medal of Honor, one of the highest national honors in Girl Scouting and an award reserved for those who demonstrate exceptional courage in saving or attempting to save a life.
Gemma’s story is a powerful reminder that courage, leadership and service to others have no age limit. We are incredibly proud to have young people like Gemma in our Ventura County community!
Check out Gemma’s story at video link in bio! @girlscoutsccc @girlscouts
Join us today, Tuesday, September 1, at 8:30 AM. Attend in person at the Board of Supervisors Meeting Room at the Ventura County Government Center, 800 S. Victoria Ave., Ventura, or catch the meeting online.
Camarillo Heights Residents are invited to join me, the Ventura County Fire Department, and Ventura County Public Works on September 2, from 5:30–7:00 p.m. at the Camarillo Library (4101 Los Posas Road, Camarillo). This is an opportunity to hear important updates, ask questions, and discuss issues affecting the Camarillo Heights community.
Thanks to everyone who came out for our annual Somis Community Clean Up! Great turn out and lots of garbage bags filled up.
Somis Community Clean Up happening now! Come on out until 11!
Saddened to hear of the passing of Dolly Parton, whose extraordinary legacy extends far beyond her music. Just yesterday, I met with Ventura Friends of the Library to discuss ways to support our local Imagination Library initiative and help with fundraising efforts to bring the joy of reading to more children in Ventura County. Through Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, children from birth to age five receive free books, helping inspire a love of reading from the very beginning. I hope you’ll join me in supporting this special effort in Dolly’s memory and helping carry her beautiful legacy forward — one book and one child at a time. Learn more at imaginationlibraryventura.com. @vencolibrary @venturafriendsofthelibrary
Throwback to last year’s annual Somis Community Clean-Up!
We’re ready to do it again! Join us this Saturday as we roll up our sleeves, pick up litter along Somis Road, and spend the morning connecting with neighbors while giving our community a little extra TLC.
It’s also E.J. Harrison & Sons’ Community Clean-Up for Somis customers, making it a great day to clear out unwanted items at home AND lend a hand beautifying our community.
Grab your neighbors, bring the family, and come be part of it. Many hands make light work — and a cleaner Somis!
See you Saturday!
Celebrating La Fiesta del Triunfo!
The Stagecoach Inn Museum was the setting for La Fiesta del Triunfo, honoring a milestone in our local history—the 100th anniversary of Thousand Oaks’ own Jungleland! 🦁🌴
The evening also recognized this year’s Don Wyatt McCrea and Doña Robin Britt. Congratulations on this well-deserved honor and on your contributions to our community!
Thank you to the Conejo Valley Historical Society and everyone who helped bring our community together to celebrate the people, stories and history that make the Conejo Valley such a special place. @stagecoachinnmuseum
It was a great day for Sidewalk Office Hours! ☀️
I’ve been hosting Sidewalk Office Hours for years because I believe public service starts with being accessible, available and out in the community.
There’s something valuable about simply setting up a table outside and giving people an opportunity to stop by, ask a question, share a concern or talk about what’s happening in our community. No formal meeting or appointment needed — just a conversation.
Thank you to everyone who stopped by Trader Joe’s in Newbury Park today. I always appreciate the opportunity to listen, connect and hear directly from the people I have the privilege of representing.
See you at the next one!
🛒 Grab some groceries and stop by for a chat! I’ll be at Trader Joe’s in Newbury Park tomorrow from 11 AM–1 PM for Sidewalk Office Hours.
Stop on by to ask a questions, share ideas, or just catch up! I always enjoy hearing directly from our community.
📍 Trader Joe’s | 125 N. Reino Road
Hope to see you there! 🛒☀️
🍂 SAVE THE DATE! 🍂
The 3rd Annual Santa Rosa Valley Fall Festival is coming up! Join us for an afternoon of family fun, neighbors, and community at beautiful Santa Rosa Valley Park.
Saturday, October 3, 2026
⏰ 2–6 PM
📍 Santa Rosa Valley Park
🐴 Pony Rides
🚒 Touch-a-Truck
🥷 Ninja Academy Obstacle Course
🐾 Animal Demonstrations
🍴 Food & Beverages
🥧 Pie Auction
🛍️ Local Vendors & more!
Admission is just $5 per person.
Mark your calendars and bring the whole family — we can’t wait to see you there! 🍁
Somis Community Members — Join Us for our Annual Community Clean-Up! 🌿
Let’s come together to keep Somis beautiful! Join my team and the Somis Municipal Advisory Council on Saturday, August 29 from 9–11 AM for our annual community clean-up and beautification project along Somis Road.
📍 Meet at Somis Community Church, 3300 West Street
🧤 Trash bags, gloves and trash grabbers will be provided!
And there’s even more happening that morning! E.J. Harrison is also holding its Somis Community Cleanup Event at the church, giving Somis customers an opportunity to dispose of bulky items, electronics, green waste and more. Info about Harrison’s event at ejharrison.com/community-cleanup-events. @ejharrisoninc
Please join me for my next Sidewalk Office Hours on August 21, from 11 AM to 1 PM in front of the Trader Joes in Newbury Park. These informal office hours are a chance to connect one-on-one, ask questions about County services, share what’s on your mind, or discuss issues impacting District 2. No appointment is needed—just stop by and say hello. I hope to see you there!
🌎 Join my team as we support the 42nd Annual California Coastal Cleanup Day! 🌊
Come out on Saturday, September 19 from 9 AM–Noon and help us protect our coastline and keep our community beautiful.
♻️ Every helping hand makes a difference!
Visit toaks.gov/coastalcleanup to sign the waiver and participate.
#CoastalCleanupDay #VenturaCounty #Community @cityofthousandoaks
Today at the Ventura County Board of Supervisors meeting, we were proud to recognize Sergeant Dillan Alvarez as our Employee Spotlight Moment of Inspiration.
With 26 years of service in the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office, Sgt. Alvarez has dedicated his career to keeping our communities safe while also making a lasting difference in the lives of young people.
Through his work with MANDO Youth Development Group and other community partnerships, he has helped mentor at-risk youth, build trust, and create positive pathways forward.
Thank you, Sgt. Alvarez, for your leadership, compassion, and commitment to our community. You truly represent the very best of public service. @thousandoakspd @vcsheriff
The Ventura County Board of Supervisors will meet tomorrow, Tuesday, August 18, at 8:30 a.m. in the Hall of Administration.
📍 Hall of Administration
800 S. Victoria Ave., Ventura
🎥 View the agenda and watch the meeting live at ventura.gov/bosmeetings.
A big shout-out to Wings Over Camarillo for another incredible air show!
It was great for our community to come together for a weekend celebrating aviation, history, and the incredible skill of the pilots who took to the skies.
Thank you to the Camarillo Wings Association, volunteers, performers, first responders, sponsors, and everyone behind the scenes who worked so hard to make this event possible.
Wings Over Camarillo is an outstanding tradition celebrating 44 years right here in Ventura County! @wingsovercamarillo
