Summary
The city's vacancy rate averaged 5.6% in 2025, but SEIU 721 flagged eight classifications above the 20% vacancy threshold, four-month average fill times, and 99 separations since 2023 — with contract negotiations coming this year.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
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Last discussed Jul 14, 2026.
Impact analysis
Vacancies and turnover affect service delivery and will be a central issue in upcoming labor negotiations.
Residents if faster hiring restores full staffing and service levels.
City workers face heavy workloads from chronic turnover; residents may see slower services.
Mentions & discussions (3)
City Council Meeting - Jul 14, 2026
Most city workers get 3%, 4%, and 3% raises over three years plus richer medical contributions — a significant ongoing cost the council says the city can afford.
City Council Meeting - Jun 9, 2026
Several city employees and union leaders warned that rising healthcare costs and lagging wages are pushing workers out of Ventura. Firefighters, survey staff, housing staff, and water workers urged the council to offer a fair contract during ongoing negotiations.
City Council Meeting - Feb 18, 2026
The city's vacancy rate averaged 5.6% in 2025, but SEIU 721 flagged eight classifications above the 20% vacancy threshold, four-month average fill times, and 99 separations since 2023 — with contract negotiations coming this year.
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