Councilmember David Newman

06/04/2026

Mention the terms “low income” or “affordable housing” and many people think of dire poverty. The reality in 2026 is that in Ventura County, a family of 4 earning nearly $126,000 is now “low income.” The same family earning nearly $163,000 is now “moderate income.” These are countywide figures; in Thousand Oaks, the figures are higher still.

Housing for residents in this category is – by far – our biggest unmet need. When people ask if affordable housing is needed, this table shows why.

06/03/2026

Clean up your yard or garage, and bring your excess trash, unwanted bulky items, landscape trimmings, or home remodel waste for FREE disposal!

If you're a TO resident and an Athens Services customer, you're eligible for Free Landfill Day at the Calabasas Landfill on Saturday, June 20th, from 8 am to 1 pm. Proof of residency is required. More info: toaks.gov/landfillday

05/31/2026

Thanks to all who came out to the Unity Conejo Pride 2026 picnic today! This year’s was the best attended and best organized yet, and shows that we are a community who welcomes and celebrates all residents.

05/30/2026

Now's the Time to Vote! Read the latest press release with links to a list of Vote Centers and a list of Ballot Drop Boxes. Get information about voting before the last minute rush and find out the tentative release schedule of results Election Night.

Questions? Please call the Elections call center: 805-654-2664. County of Ventura - Government City of Santa Paula - Local Government City of Simi Valley Government City of Fillmore City of Ventura - Government City of Oxnard Government City of Ojai - government City of Moorpark Government City of Thousand Oaks - Local Government City of Port Hueneme - Government City of Camarillo Government

05/30/2026

05/29/2026

Ventura County Fire Department personnel are working to suppress a brush fire in the area of San Telmo Circle and Lesser Drive in Newbury Park. Currently the Lesser Fire is at 1-2 acres burned, and fortunately winds are near zero.

Go to vcemergency.gov for more updates.

05/28/2026

Congratulations to Congresswoman Julia Brownley, recipient of the 2026 Hope Hero award from the Ventura County Family Justice Center Foundation. The congresswoman has been a longtime champion of funding for victims of domestic violence, child abuse, and elder abuse. The foundation also honored the late Judge Colleen Toy White, a tireless advocate of the idea that rehabilitation is preferable to incarceration. The foundation’s work will help support a Family Justice Center in Thousand Oaks, the first in eastern Ventura County.

05/27/2026

Thousand Oaks Development Activity Report for April 2026

05/21/2026

Today mayor Taylor and I attended the annual Peace Officers Memorial, remembering those who have given their lives in the line of duty. We honor the sacrifices of fallen officers and their families by never taking for granted the safety we all enjoy, and by continuing the work to ensure safer and more just conditions for everyone, including those who put their lives at risk each day.

05/20/2026

Fun time this afternoon joining students from EP Foster School touring the Chumash Indian Museum in Lang Ranch and learning about 15,000+ years of history in our area.

Photo 1: The kids and I learned about building a tomol (canoe) out of redwood, thread, and tar.

Photo 2: I had no idea there are caves in Lang Ranch, let alone pictograms on the cave walls. This is a reproduction, but it shows actual drawings from caves in Oakbrook Park and surrounding areas.

Photo 3: The kids and I made cool abalone necklaces from shells and beads in red, white, yellow, and black – th primary colors found in many Chumash pictographs and other art.

The Chumash Museum will reopen to the public June 6, and needs volunteers! Contact [email protected] for details.