Hazard Mitigation Plan
HMP Update 2027
The County’s Multi-jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan (HMP) inventories and assesses the natural hazards to which Ventura County is most vulnerable and prioritizes actions and structural improvements for risk reduction and increased resilience. The planning process is meant to:
- Identify the primary natural hazards that impact our area
- Assess risks to the community and area resources
- Serve as a guide for decision makers in prioritizing mitigation strategies
- Provide a pathway to funding eligibility through federal grants focused on hazard mitigation.
Over the past year, local agencies across Ventura County have been working to secure grant funding and launch the update of the County’s Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan (MJHMP). This important planning effort brings together 30 local jurisdictions and partner agencies to identify risks, strengthen resilience, and develop long-term strategies that reduce the impacts of future disasters.
Supported by an experienced engineering and planning team, the updated FEMA-approved plan will serve as a comprehensive roadmap for hazard mitigation and future funding opportunities throughout Ventura County.
Key updates to the 2027 MJHMP include:
- Participation from five new Special Districts, expanding regional collaboration and resilience planning
- Updated hazard analyses and risk assessments using advanced Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technology
- Expanded stakeholder engagement and public outreach opportunities throughout the planning process
- New and enhanced mitigation strategies focused on emerging risks and community resilience
Community input is a critical part of this process. We encourage residents, businesses, and community organizations to participate and share their perspectives as we work together to build a safer and more resilient Ventura County.
See below for important meeting dates and times.
Meet your 2027 Hazard Mitigation Plan Participating Jurisdictions
County/Cities
City of Camarillo
City of Fillmore
City of Moorpark
City of Ojai
City of Oxnard
City of Port Hueneme
City of Santa Paula
City of Simi Valley
City of Thousand Oaks
City of Ventura
Ventura County Unincorporated
Public Safety
Ventura County Fire Protection District
Ports
Ventura Port District
Port of Hueneme (Oxnard Harbor District)
Water & Sanitation Districts
Calleguas Municipal Water District
Camrosa Water District
Casitas Municipal Water District
Meiners Oaks Water District
Ojai Valley Sanitary District
Saticoy Sanitary District
Triunfo Water & Sanitation District
United Water Conservation District
Ventura Regional Sanitation District
Ventura River Water District
Ventura County Public Works Watershed Protection Agency
Recreation & Education
Channel Islands Beach Community Services District
Conejo Recreation & Park District
Pleasant Valley Recreation & Parks District
Ventura County Office of Education
Ventura County Transportation Commission
Coming Soon!
Mark your calendars and plan to join us for the first Hazard Mitigation Public Workshop on Wednesday, June 17, 2026. We'll introduce the plan concept and answer your questions about what is to come. Stick around for the first ever Steering Committee meeting. Full details on the flyer below. Light refreshments will be provided.
Attendees requiring language or ADA accommodation may submit those requests via email to oes.oes@venturacounty.gov or by phone to 805-437-4204. To allow adequate time for coordination, please submit requests no later than 12:00 pm on June 10, 2026.
Can't attend in person? Not to worry! You will still have the chance to participate. The meeting will be recorded and posted to this page by Friday, June 19, 2026, along with a link to submit questions and/or comments pertaining to the meeting.
Steering Committee & Public Meetings
The 2027 Multi-Jurisdiction Hazard Mitigation Steering Committee will meet online throughout the plan draft process, and concurrently on two occasions with an in-person option to invite public input. All meetings are open to the public. Meeting agendas and links will be posted here as they become available. In the meantime, mark your calendars and plan to join us on the dates below. All times are Pacific Standard Time:
- Public Workshop & Steering Committee Kickoff: Camarillo Public Library Community Room (In-person only) 4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, CA 93010, June 17, 2026, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
- Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment Results: August 5, 2026 - 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
- Development Prioritization of Mitigation Action Recommendations: September 16, 2026 - 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
- Draft Plan Review: October 21, 2026 - 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
- Public Comment on Draft Plan: (In-person location TBD and online) November 18, 2026 - 6:00 pm
- Final Plan Review Pre-Submission: December 16, 2026 - 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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