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The Public Information Office manages internal and external communications for the County Executive Office and assists with the communications efforts of County agencies and departments. The office responds to inquiries and expands public engagement around county services and resources. For general inquiries, please email countypio@ventura.org.

Natalie HernandezNatalie Hernandez
Public Information Officer
Email: countypio@ventura.org

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Media contacts

Media inquiries to agencies and departments with dedicated communications staff should contact the following:

Animal Services
Randy Friedman
Marketing Manager
805-388-4252
Randy.Friedman@ventura.org
www.vcas.us

Area Agency on Aging
Roger Horne
Public Information Officer
805-477-7306
Roger.horne@ventura.org

Clerk-Recorder
Simone Seydoux
Program Administrator/Public Information Officer
Simone.seydoux@ventura.org

Child Support Services
Iris Hammonds
Community Relations Manager
805-437-8360
Iris.Hammonds@ventura.org
www.ventura.org/child-support-services/

Fire Department
Scott Thomsen
Director of Communications and Public Affairs
Ventura County Fire Department
805-389-9746
Scott.Thomsen@ventura.org
www.vcfd.org/category/news/

Harbor Department
Jed Chernabaeff
Public Information Officer
805-973-5928
Jed.Chernabaeff@ventura.org
www.channelislandsharbor.org/blog/

Health Care Agency
Ashley Humes
Public Information Officer
805-677-5277
HCAPIO@ventura.org
www.vchca.org/public-information

Human Services Agency
Robin Godfrey
Public Affairs Strategist
Robin.godfrey@ventura.org

Medical Examiner’s Office
Renee Higgins MD
Chief Operating Officer
(805) 641-4400 3100
Renee.Higgins@ventura.org
meo.ventura.org

Probation Agency
Andy Souza
Supervising Deputy Probation Officer/Public Information Officer
805-662-6987
Andy.Souza@ventura.org
www.venturaprobation.org/

Public Works Agency
Joan Araujo
Director Central Services
805-654-2084
Joan.Araujo@ventura.org
www.vcpublicworks.org/news/

Sheriff’s OfficeCaptain Dean Worthy
Sheriff Adjutant / Public Information Officer
Dean.worthy@ventura.org

Sergeant Rob Yoos
Sheriff’s Adjutant/Public Information Officer
robert.yoos@ventura.org

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☀️Great news, Ventura County! The Ojai Valley Trail is now fully reopened. The popular trail, stretching from Ventura to Ojai, underwent major upgrades to improve safety, accessibility, and overall enjoyment for everyone . The repaving project spearheaded by @venturacountyparks includes a freshly resurfaced path, tree maintenance, and new signage.

🚴Just in time for National Bike Month, it’s the perfect opportunity to hop on your bike or take a walk and enjoy the newly improved trail.

#venturacounty #ojai #ojaivalley #ventura #bikemonth

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☀️Great news, Ventura County! The Ojai Valley Trail is now fully reopened. The popular trail, stretching from Ventura to Ojai, underwent major upgrades to improve safety, accessibility, and overall enjoyment for everyone . The repaving project spearheaded by @venturacountyparks includes a freshly resurfaced path, tree maintenance, and new signage. 🚴Just in time for National Bike Month, it’s the perfect opportunity to hop on your bike or take a walk and enjoy the newly improved trail. #venturacounty #ojai #ojaivalley #ventura #bikemonth

❓Did you miss today`s Board of Supervisor`s meeting? Here`s a highlight: The Board proudly presented a proclamation to the @vcpublicworks Agency in recognition of Public Works Day.
Public Works Day is an opportunity to honor the agency’s commitment, from building and maintaining our roads to managing stormwater, protecting the environment, and making sure we all have clean, safe water. Thank you to our hardworking PWA team for keeping Ventura County running smoothly.👏

#PWA #venturacounty

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❓Did you miss today's Board of Supervisor's meeting? Here's a highlight: The Board proudly presented a proclamation to the @vcpublicworks Agency in recognition of Public Works Day. Public Works Day is an opportunity to honor the agency’s commitment, from building and maintaining our roads to managing stormwater, protecting the environment, and making sure we all have clean, safe water. Thank you to our hardworking PWA team for keeping Ventura County running smoothly.👏 #PWA #venturacounty

❗️REMINDER: The Ventura County Board of Supervisor`s meeting is tomorrow.
📅Tuesday, May 20, 2025
⏱ 8:30am
👉Attend in person or participate virtually.
👉View the agenda & live stream at www.ventura.org/bosmeetings

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❗️REMINDER: The Ventura County Board of Supervisor's meeting is tomorrow. 📅Tuesday, May 20, 2025 ⏱ 8:30am 👉Attend in person or participate virtually. 👉View the agenda & live stream at www.ventura.org/bosmeetings

🚨In honor of National Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week, we want show you one of Ventura County’s most unique public safety resources: the EMS Bus!🚌

This specialized vehicle helps emergency teams treat and transport multiple patients at once during major disasters, evacuations, and large public events. It’s also used for community outreach, health education, and emergency preparedness, throughout the community.

🙌A big thank you to the dedicated EMS professionals who help keep Ventura County safe -- every day, in every situation.

#emsweek #emergencyresponse #venturacounty

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🚨In honor of National Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week, we want show you one of Ventura County’s most unique public safety resources: the EMS Bus!🚌 This specialized vehicle helps emergency teams treat and transport multiple patients at once during major disasters, evacuations, and large public events. It’s also used for community outreach, health education, and emergency preparedness, throughout the community. 🙌A big thank you to the dedicated EMS professionals who help keep Ventura County safe -- every day, in every situation. #emsweek #emergencyresponse #venturacounty

#FlashbackFriday
This month marks the 60th anniversary of @channelislandsharbor, Ventura County’s first recreational harbor and a longtime hub for all things maritime.⚓️

From boating and fishing to seaside strolls and community events, the harbor has anchored generations of coastal memories.
Check out this throwback photo from around 1968! 🚢

And don’t miss the 15th Annual Safe Boating Expo happening this Saturday, May 17 from 9am to 2pm!

⛵️This family-friendly event is your chance to learn life-saving safety skills with hands-on activities and demonstrations—including fire extinguisher use, life jacket safety, first aid, safe kayaking, and more!

👉More info here: https://rb.gy/4irxut

#venturacounty #channelislands

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#FlashbackFriday This month marks the 60th anniversary of @channelislandsharbor, Ventura County’s first recreational harbor and a longtime hub for all things maritime.⚓️ From boating and fishing to seaside strolls and community events, the harbor has anchored generations of coastal memories. Check out this throwback photo from around 1968! 🚢 And don’t miss the 15th Annual Safe Boating Expo happening this Saturday, May 17 from 9am to 2pm! ⛵️This family-friendly event is your chance to learn life-saving safety skills with hands-on activities and demonstrations—including fire extinguisher use, life jacket safety, first aid, safe kayaking, and more! 👉More info here: https://rb.gy/4irxut #venturacounty #channelislands

✨ During yesterday’s Board of Supervisors meeting, we proudly recognized the winners and participants of the 22nd Annual Region 17 Migrant Education Speech and Debate Tournament with a proclamation honoring their achievement.

The Migrant Education Program, led by the @ventura.coe, supports students whose families move for seasonal work—offering academic opportunities like speech and debate to help them thrive.

#VenturaCounty

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✨ During yesterday’s Board of Supervisors meeting, we proudly recognized the winners and participants of the 22nd Annual Region 17 Migrant Education Speech and Debate Tournament with a proclamation honoring their achievement. The Migrant Education Program, led by the @ventura.coe, supports students whose families move for seasonal work—offering academic opportunities like speech and debate to help them thrive. #VenturaCounty
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