ventura ranch additional population will be hard to protect
Safety Facts That Cannot Be Overlooked
Wildland Fires
The county ordinance declares: "Sec. 8107-41.3.3 – Standards for Farmworker Housing Complexes c. A farmworker housing complex is prohibited in any location designated as a Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone." The Thomas Fire revealed a harsh truth: fires are intense and unpredictable. A palm tree behind my neighbor's house, located at the proposed site for a Farmworker Complex, caught fire. Fortunately, the neighboring lemon orchard served as a natural barrier saving our homes
Crime and Safety
The local area lacks adequate police infrastructure; the nearest Sheriff's department is 10 miles away in Ojai. Adding up to 1300 more people will inherently increase crime. Farmworkers could be targeted for crime . When a burglary occurred at my home, it took about 25 minutes for a response after the alarm went off. The event happened on a Saturday at 10:30 am, indicating that during a crisis, help could be over thirty minutes away, giving a criminal ample time to commit the act and flee. Bewar
Too Many Cars
Farmworkers and their families will likely be dependent on driving from Ventura Ranch, given the current traffic conditions on North Ventura Ave and Highway 33. These roads are already known for their challenges, which are evident daily. The addition of 500-750 cars to North Ventura Avenue would undoubtedly raise the risk of accidents involving vehicles, pedestrians, and cyclists. Moreover, the articulated curve near the proposed entry and exit of Ventura Ranch could exacerbate safety issues
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water for sorghum field 7.7 million gallons in 3 months
Hydrolysis or what? You be the judge
11/21/2023. My neighbor Doug and I have been closely monitoring the planting and irrigation of a sorghum grass field being watered excessively for over eight hours each day, nearly every day from September 21 to November 21. Through vigilant observation of the water meter on Ventura Ave., we've documented the use of over 7.7 million gallons of water within a three-month span. In a time when we've been advised against even washing our cars, it raises questions as to why such an immense volume of water was used for a sorghum grass field, which, at maturity, is estimated to be worth $7500.00 or less. This leads to the suspicion that the excessive water consumption was for flushing out pesticides we feel have contaminating the soil. We believe these actions by the developers at 4884 N Ventura Avenue is a reckless use of our water resources. The Land also is 100% surrounded by a Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone where farmworker housing is prohibited by state and county ordinances, so why build here to begin with,. We are seeking explanations for this seemingly wasteful use of water. UPDATE 6/4/2024: As suspected, the intention to harvest the Sorghum seed was never realized. The area, once a historical orchard, has become a fire hazard with weed-ridden, five-foot-tall grass, posing a danger to our homes just beyond its fence. Why did they intentionally create such a modern day hazard is wort5h getting to the bottom of thats for sure!
dangerous housing so far from everyday needs
So Where's The Savings Living So Far From Everyday Needs
So Where's The Savings Living So Far From Everyday Needs
So Where's The Savings Living So Far From Everyday Needs
Farmworkers will be so far away from everything. Is that beneficial to the financial heath and well being of a Farmworker family? With gas prices soaring, one might wonder if there are any savings to be had by living here. Additionally, the costs of tires, oil changes, and the added commuting miles on top of already high insurance rates w
Farmworkers will be so far away from everything. Is that beneficial to the financial heath and well being of a Farmworker family? With gas prices soaring, one might wonder if there are any savings to be had by living here. Additionally, the costs of tires, oil changes, and the added commuting miles on top of already high insurance rates will undoubtedly be felt by farmworkers who must drive long distances daily to work, grocery stores, doctor's offices,Schools and churches. The danger and costs can accumulate rapidly. So, where are the savings? What justifies the construction of such a large low income housing community so far from much needed daily conveniences?
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So Where's The Savings Living So Far From Everyday Needs
So Where's The Savings Living So Far From Everyday Needs
The Ventura Ranch proposal involves the development of 18 substantial farmworker housing complex's on agricultural land located in the eye of a zone identified as having a very high fire hazard . The project also proposes construction within a natural wildlife Pathway, which is used by species such as mountain lions, coyotes, rattlesnakes
The Ventura Ranch proposal involves the development of 18 substantial farmworker housing complex's on agricultural land located in the eye of a zone identified as having a very high fire hazard . The project also proposes construction within a natural wildlife Pathway, which is used by species such as mountain lions, coyotes, rattlesnakes, wild boars, raccoons, opossums, ground squirrels, and rats. Furthermore, the region hosts various biting and stinging pests like tarantulas, scorpions, black widows, and deer ticks, which could potentially infest the housing complexes once built.