Agenda for the Most Recent Regular Meeting

Ventura Social Services Task force Agenda Jan. 7, 3:15 via zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81514995979          I.            Call to order and introductions (Judy Alexandre)      II.            Approval of or changes to the minutes of 12/3/25 (Judy Aexandre)    III.            Approval of or changes to the agenda for 1/7/26 (Judy Alexandre)   IV.            Updates from the City of Ventura re housing & homelessness, tenant protections, grants, decisions, meetings, etc. (Leona Rollins)      V.            Updates and information from the County CoC, HUD actions, grants, direction, other (Jenn Harkey)   VI.            Discussion on the direction of VSSTF (Judy Alexandre) a)     Review and or change mission and vision statement b)     Top 3-5 priorities for advocacy for 2026 c)     Input on advocacy needs from any organization, City of Ventura, County COC d)     How do we want and work with support Homes for All and the Ventura County Housing Coalition. e)     Other f)       How do we increase participation VII.            Housing updates: Leona, Karen Flock, anyone with information VIII.            Faith subcommittee (John Jones) a)     Workshop plans, flyer, date, time, program, promotion    IX.            Agency updates, The Arch, and any others who want to share a brief update      X.            Other    XI.            Motion to adjourn to Feb. 4, 3:15 via zoom Meetings: Planning Commission Housing and Homeless Committee City Council

The mission of the Ventura Social Services Task force (VSSTF) is to create and implement an integrated community strategy to end homelessness in the City of Ventura. The goals of the VSSTF include 1. involving a broad cross section of the community, including representatives from elected officials, governmental agencies and departments, law enforcement, businesses, social service agencies, charitable foundations, faith-based organizations, community groups, pubic and private housing developers, homeless individuals and concerned citizens; 2. developing a common understanding of the root causes and circumstances of homelessness, how persons are affected, and the impact of homelessness on the community; 3. identifying current best practices to end homelessness; 4. developing and/or adopting strategic initiatives that identify measurable objectives, timelines, responsibilities, budgets and sources of resources, including funds. Ventura's VSSTF is an inclusive, all-volunteer organization.  Everyone in our community is invited to join us around the table to craft the actions moving us to the day when "Everyone Has a Place". We meet every 1st Wednesday of the month on Zoom from 3:15-5:15 PM