Santa Paula Welcomes New Residents

The City of Santa Paula, in partnership with Limoneira, Calavo Growers, Lewis Group of Companies and the Santa Paula Chamber of Commerce, hosted a welcome event for new residents at the Harvest housing development on May 12. The...

Santa Paula Police Department Celebrates Centennial Anniversary

On April 22, the Santa Paula Police Department (SPPD) will celebrate its centennial anniversary. To commemorate this momentous occasion, SPPD and the City have planned a series of events and projects to highlight the department’s history and mil...

Santa Paula Springs Forward with a Bushel of Community Events!

The City of Santa Paula is kicking off the spring season with several exciting events for the community to enjoy. These events provide the perfect opportunity to meet new people while enjoying the beautiful Santa Paula weather. Whether you're int...

Santa Paula Concludes Districting Process and Adopts Five-District Map

On March 15, 2023, the Santa Paula City Council adopted an ordinance establishing the City's first City Council district map and district-based elections. The new five-district map can be reviewed online at DrawSantaPaula.org/Selected-Map.

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City of Santa Paula Secures Grants for Transportation and Broadband Improvements

The City of Santa Paula continues to invest staff time and research in its grant application efforts to supplement the City’s budget. As a result of these efforts, the City received a $1.5 million Transportation Development Act (TDA) grant from ...

Santa Paula Elected Officials Step Up to Serve on Regional Boards

In January, Councilmember Jenny Crosswhite was appointed Vice Chair of the Ventura Local Agency Formation Commission (Ventura LAFCo) and board member for District 47 of the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG), represent...

Be a Hero: Plant Trees with the City of Santa Paula to Celebrate Arbor Day!

The City of Santa Paula is excited to begin its annual celebration of Arbor Day this March! The City is planning a month of celebration with fun-filled events that promote tree planting efforts throughout the community. The City invites residents to &...

Santa Paula Police Explorers Earn an Award in First-Ever Chandler Tactical Competition

In January, Santa Paula Police Department Explorer Post #2350 embarked on its first-ever journey to participate in the Chandler Tactical Competition.  Explorers representing 45 law enforcement agencies from across the nation participated in the h...

Santa Paula Launches Spanish Interpretation Pilot Program for City Council Meetings

On January 18, the City of Santa Paula launched a six-month pilot program to provide in-person Spanish interpretation services for City Council meetings. The program aims to increase accessibility for Spanish speaking residents who make up a sign...

Santa Paula Continues to Invest in Critical Infrastructure with Federal Funding and Measure T Funds

The City of Santa Paula is kicking the new year off with additional funding allocations toward important street improvement projects. On December 29, Congress awarded $2 million to the City to advance the Harvard Boulevard Improvement Project. In addition...

Santa Paula Enters the Final Stages of the District Formation Process

Santa Paula, CA – The City of Santa Paula is in the final stages of its district formation process, which will establish the boundaries of City Council voting districts. The City Council will adopt a new map in accordance with the FAIRM...

City of Santa Paula Joins Clean Power Alliance

At its meeting on December 1, the Clean Power Alliance Board of Directors officially voted to approve the City of Santa Paula’s membership in the Clean Power Alliance (CPA). Beginning in March 2024, the City of Santa Paula and its reside...

City of Santa Paula Seats Newly Elected Council

On November 8, the City of Santa Paula held its General Municipal Election. Following the conclusion of the Ventura County Registrar’s Official Election Canvass period, the elected City Council members were seated during the Council meet...

Santa Paula is Halfway through its District Formation Process

In February 2022, the City received a letter challenging the City’s current election system and asserting that the City’s at-large election system violates the California Voting Rights Act (CVRA). In light of the letter and to protect ...

Santa Paula Reminds Residents of Water and Wastewater Bill Assistance Before Penalties Resume

In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, the City of Santa Paula had suspended water shut-offs and penalties for overdue utility bills for nearly three years to provide much needed financial relief to the community. As Santa Paula continues to move forward, the...

Chevron Offers to Donate California Oil Museum Property and $2 Million to the City of Santa Paula

Chevron, through its affiliate Union Oil Company of California, has offered to donate the former headquarters of Union Oil Company of California to the City of Santa Paula. The donation would include buildings and a parking lot currently used by the Calif...

Ventura County Sheriff Explorer Tactical Tournament 2022

On November 5, 2022, Explorers from the Santa Paula Police Department participated in the annual Ventura County Sheriff Explorer Tactical Tournament (VCETT). This event took place at the Sheriff’s Criminal Justice Training Center in Camarillo. The tournam...

City of Santa Paula Appoints Don Aguilar as Interim Chief of Police

Following the recent announcement of Santa Paula Chief of Police Travis Walker's intent to retire, the City of Santa Paula has appointed Don Aguilar to serve as Interim Chief of Police. Aguilar’s contract is effective November 7 and will run until a perma...

Enjoy Some Fall and Winter Fun with Santa Paula!

Although the weather is still warm and the leaves are still green, the end of the year is near! The City of Santa Paula is excited to announce its fall and winter activities for residents to enjoy. Get ready to decorate a sugar skull and deck the halls th...

Santa Paula City Council Appropriates Remaining Funds from the American Rescue Plan Act

At its regular meeting on September 21, the Santa Paula City Council approved the proposed allocations for the second half of the City’s American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. The final disbursement of these funds will go toward several projects that enco...

Santa Paula Chief of Police Announces Retirement Plans,City to Immediately Start Search for Interim

Santa Paula Chief of Police Travis Walker has announced his plans to retire effective October 2, 2022.

“Chief Walker has submitted his resignation to me, and I appreciate him proactively working with our City team to plan a smooth transition in l...

New Schedule and Mapping Tools Available for Districting Efforts

Santa Paula, CA – On February 22, 2022, the City received a letter challenging the City’s current election system and asserting that the City’s at-large election system violates the California Voting Rights Act (CVRA). In lig...

Santa Paula Moves Forward on Solid Waste Franchise Agreement and Initiates Prop 218 Process

On August 3, the Santa Paula City Council adopted a resolution awarding an exclusive solid waste franchise agreement to Athens Services and directed City staff to initiate the Proposition 218 process. To ensure the costs associated with implementing new s...

City Video Newsletter

The City is excited to present to our residents our latest official City Video Newsletter.

City Video Newsletter: September Edition

One of our goals is to ensure all residents have access to timely and relevant information on the happenings in and around ou...