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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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#SandyFire Update – 7:00 PM
Ventura County firefighters, along with our mutual aid partners, continue working to suppress the Sandy Fire. The fire is currently mapped at 1,364 acres based on sensor aircraft data.
Evacuation warnings and orders are expanding to the southeast.
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Shout out to Scotty Price with @VCFD for his outstanding skills managing a bulldozer on a hillside working to protect life and property in Simi Valley.
Stay informed at http://vcemergency.com.
Special thanks to the many first responders supporting firefighting efforts in Simi Valley, including the Simi Valley Police Department, Ventura County Sheriff’s Office, Los Angeles County Fire Department, Ventura County Fire Department, and regional partners such as Calleguas
Brush Fire Alert: Fire personnel are currently on scene of a fast-moving brush fire originating in the area of Sandy Drive in Simi Valley. The fire is currently estimated at 184 acres and threatening structures. Evacuation Orders and Warnings have been issued for the area. Up to
REMINDER: The Ventura County Board of Supervisors meeting is tomorrow, May 19, 2026, at 8:30 a.m.
Community members may provide public comment in person, virtually, or in writing by email or letter.
Attend in Person:
Board of Supervisors Meeting Room
Hall of Administration
Ventura County nursing leader named CEO of VCMC, Santa Paula Hospital
County nursing leader named CEO of VCMC, Santa Paula Hospital
Nursing leader Danielle Gabele started her new duties as CEO of two-county run hospitals on May 10.
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During Military Appreciation Month, it was an honor to recognize the Gold Coast Veterans Foundation as the selected nonprofit beneficiary of the 2nd Annual Supervisorial Leadership & Excellence Awards. Their team is making a real difference for local veterans through outreach,
Thank you to Ventura County Fire, Ventura County Public Works, and the Leisure Village community for a great town hall today focused on wildfire preparedness, Zone 0, and vegetation management.
We appreciate everyone who took the time to attend, ask thoughtful questions, and
Ventura County Breaks Ground on 88-Unit Permanent Supportive Housing Project 👏
Ventura County Breaks Ground on 88-Unit Permanent Supportive Housing Project - edhat
Ventura County officials broke ground on the Lewis Road Permanent Supportive Housing Project on May 13, 2026.
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I was deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Adam Rauch, Assistant Superintendent of Business Services for Oak Park Unified School District. My sincere condolences and prayers are with his family, loved ones, and the entire Oak Park Unified School District community during
Ventura County Firefighters are working to contain a fast-moving brush fire originating in the area of Sandy Avenue in Simi Valley. The latest update shows the fire perimeter is at an estimated 1364 acres as of 7:41 pm this evening. The fire continues moving east, threatening the communities of Simi Valley, Bell Canyon and Box Canyon. Evacuation Orders and Warnings have been issued for many areas.
The Ventura County Incident Information Line hotline has been activated. For any questions related to evacuations and sheltering please call 805-465-6650. Up to date information and evacuation maps are available at vcemergency.com
Once you click on the incident dashboard you can select the magnifying glass icon to input your home address to see if you are impacted. Please stay safe. Photo credit @venturacountyfire.
Special thanks to the many first responders supporting firefighting efforts in Simi Valley, including the Simi Valley Police Department, Ventura County Sheriff’s Office, Santa Monica City Fire, Los Angeles County Fire Department, Ventura County Fire Department, and regional partners such as Calleguas Municipal Water District. Aircraft are utilizing Bard Lake as part of ongoing aerial fire suppression operations in support of protecting surrounding communities. Special shout out to dozer operator Scotty Price for his outstanding work on the mountainside! Please stay informed at vcemergency.com
Fire personnel are currently on scene of a fast-moving brush fire originating in the area of Sandy Avenue in Simi Valley.
The fire is currently estimated at 184 acres and threatening structures. Evacuation Orders and Warnings have been issued for the area.
The Ventura County Incident Information Line hotline has been activated. For any questions related to evacuations and sheltering please call 805-465-6650. Up to date info at vcemergency.com.
#SandyFire
📢 REMINDER: The Ventura County Board of Supervisors meeting is tomorrow, May 19, 2026, at 8:30 a.m.
Community members may provide public comment in person, virtually, or in writing by email or letter.
📍 Attend in Person:
Board of Supervisors Meeting Room
Hall of Administration
Ventura County Government Center
800 S. Victoria Ave.
Ventura, CA 93009
💻 Watch Online:
View the agenda and livestream at VenturaCounty.gov/BOSMeetings
During Military Appreciation Month, it was an honor to recognize the Gold Coast Veterans Foundation as the selected nonprofit beneficiary of the 2nd Annual Supervisorial Leadership & Excellence Awards. Their team is making a real difference for local veterans through outreach, resources, and compassionate support. @gcvfvets
Thank you to Ventura County Fire, Ventura County Public Works, and the Leisure Village community for a great town hall today focused on wildfire preparedness, Zone 0, and vegetation management.
We appreciate everyone who took the time to attend, ask thoughtful questions, and stay engaged on these important community safety issues. Keeping our neighborhoods prepared takes strong collaboration and ongoing communication.
Residents can find important fire prevention, emergency preparedness, evacuation, and defensible space resources at ReadyVenturaCounty.org. @venturacountyfire @vcpublicworks
I was deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Adam Rauch, Assistant Superintendent of Business Services for Oak Park Unified School District. My sincere condolences and prayers are with his family, loved ones, and the entire Oak Park Unified School District community during this difficult time.
Adam devoted his career to serving students, families, and educators, and his impact on Oak Park schools and the broader community will be felt for many years to come.
I always appreciated Adam’s collaborative approach and his willingness to work together on issues affecting Oak Park schools and the community. He led with professionalism, care, and a genuine commitment to doing what was best for students and families. His legacy of service, collaboration, and commitment to students will continue to make a lasting difference in the Oak Park community. @oakparkusd
Today’s groundbreaking at the Lewis Road Permanent Supportive Housing Project marks another important step in Ventura County’s effort to address homelessness, mental health, and substance use challenges with long-term solutions.
Supported by nearly $28 million in state Homekey+ funding, this project will provide permanent supportive housing, behavioral health services, and on-site support to help residents stabilize and rebuild their lives. Special thanks to the many partners that have brought us to this point.
Thank you to our guests, sponsors, community partners, and awardees for being part of the 2nd Annual Supervisorial Leadership and Excellence awards! It was an honor to recognize the “Great Navigators” of District 2 — leaders whose service, compassion, and dedication continue to strengthen and inspire our communities. The event supported the Gold Coast Veterans Foundation Mobile Outreach Unit which provides critical support for local veterans. Check out the video stories of the amazing 2026 leaders at D2 Awards link in bio.
It was an honor to recognize Michael Nigh for nearly 38 years of distinguished public service and leadership with the Area Housing Authority of the County of Ventura.
Under Michael’s leadership, hundreds of affordable housing units have been expanded and preserved across Ventura County, helping provide stability and opportunity for so many residents and families. His commitment to public service and belief that “when we house one, we change the world” has made a lasting impact on our community.
Thank you, Michael, for your decades of dedicated service to Ventura County and congratulations on this well-deserved recognition. Learn more about the work of the Housing Authority at www.ahacv.org.
Honored to recognize Senior Concerns for our Moment of Inspiration today. Artwork from local seniors is also displayed at the Hall of Administration in celebration of Older Americans Month! Check out the spotlight at link in bio. @seniorconcernsofficial
My office is serving as a drop-off location for the Memorial Day Food Drive benefiting veterans across Ventura County. 🇺🇸
In partnership with Gold Coast Veterans Foundation and Manna Conejo Valley Food Bank, donations of non-perishable food and hygiene items will help support local veterans and their families throughout the year.
Donations will be collected through May 29, 2026, and can be dropped off during regular business hours at my office. Questions: district2@venturacounty.gov
Thank you to everyone helping support those who have served our country and community. Special thanks to volunteer Don for delivering the donation bin! @gcvfvets @mannaofconejovalley
📢REMINDER: The Ventura County Board of Supervisors’ meeting is tomorrow May 12, 2026 at 8:30am!
📍 Attend In Person: Board of Supervisors Meeting Room, Hall of Administration, Ventura County Government Center, 800 S. Victoria Ave., Ventura, CA 93009
💻 Online: Watch the livestream and view the agenda at VenturaCounty.gov/BOSMeetings.
Happy Mother’s Day to all of the amazing moms, grandmothers, and mother figures in our community. Thank you for the love, strength, encouragement, and kindness you bring into the lives of so many every day. Grateful for my own mom and wishing everyone a wonderful Mother’s Day!
It was an honor to recognize the life and service of Robert “Bob” M. Taylor with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2nd Annual Supervisorial Leadership & Excellence Awards.
Bob was a proud Camarillo resident, World War II veteran, and D-Day survivor who recently celebrated his 102nd birthday. He passed away in April, and my thoughts are with his daughter Debra and their entire family as they gather this weekend to celebrate his life.
Bob’s life was defined by courage, resilience, service, and dedication to family and country.
View a tribute in his honor at link in bio.
Last night was emotional, inspiring, and incredibly meaningful. We celebrated the 2nd Annual Supervisorial Leadership & Excellence Awards honoring exceptional community leaders while raising support for critical services for local veterans.
This year’s honorees ✨
🏆 Environmentalism Award — Oak Park Community Garden
🏆 Prosperity Award — Dr. Youping Gao
🏆 Community Leadership Award — Rosemary Allison
🏆 Public Safety Award — Sergeant Dillan Alvarez
🏆 Education Award — Dr. Jesus Vaca
🏆 Lifetime Achievement Award — Robert M. Taylor (posthumously)
Hosted on the beautiful Amgen campus, all proceeds from the evening support the Gold Coast Veterans Foundation and their mobile veterans outreach services.
Thank you to Amgen, our sponsors, supporters, nominees, volunteers, and everyone who attended and helped make the evening such a memorable success. Ventura County is filled with extraordinary people doing extraordinary things for our community. 🇺🇸👏 @gcvfvets @amgenbiotech
It was an honor to speak this morning at the 27th Annual Southeast Ventura County YMCA Prayer Breakfast hosted by the Yarrow Family YMCA at California Lutheran University. This year’s theme was Hope and Peace, and many inspiring stories of service, compassion, and community were shared throughout the morning. Thank you to everyone who made this uplifting event possible. @sevymca @callutheran
It’s a great day for Casa Conejo Day! We’ll be here at Walnut Elementary until 3. Special shout out to @venturacountyfire @vcsheriff @vcpublicworks @vcsar3 @sundaefunk and many others for hosting booths today!
It’s the 2nd Annual Casa Conejo Day at Walnut Elementary School in Newbury Park! Come on out we will be here until 3. Free family fun!
Santa Rosa Valley - Please join us for the Santa Rosa Valley Firewise Education Event—focused on wildfire preparedness and protecting your home.
📍 May 9, 1-5, 11701 E. Los Posas Road, Santa Rosa Valley
Learn from local experts, connect with neighbors, and access valuable resources.
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