District 6 Council Member· 2022-2026
Jim Duran
Ventura
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 20
- Total speaking time
- 2:10:26
- Avg per meeting
- 6:31
- Segments
- 2018
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Top issues during term (13)(General)
$302 million wastewater treatment plant rebuild
Project total is $302 million, financed by grants, WIFIA loans and bonds — expect pressure on water rates.
Main Street revitalization
About $600,000 rolls over for ADA drop-off parking, planters, curbs, and street furniture this year; the full vision will require grants, partnerships, and possible future financing districts.
Glue trap sale and use ban amendment
An insect-trap ban could force costlier pesticide responses to pest infestations, per the Ag Commissioner.
civil rights ordinance
While there's no direct cost mentioned, this could boost local business by making Ventura a more welcoming place.
E-bike harassment and safety at Kimball Park
No word yet on how this might affect businesses that wanted to rent them out.
Trade Winds Apartments tenant conditions and garage-to-ADU conversions
This could mean more stable rents and fewer surprises for renters, but landlords might see less flexibility.
beach closure
Expect a dip in local beachside businesses until the water clears up.
Personnel Appointment
We don't know the exact cost yet, but new leadership often means budget shifts for the fire department.
city management changes
Who knows how much this sudden leadership change will cost taxpayers?
city attorney termination
Taxpayer money might be tied up in legal battles or severance packages, but the direct financial hit isn't clear yet.
city management hiring
Expect budget shifts as the new manager brings their priorities to the table.
sinkhole
This is gonna cost a fortune to fix, and who knows how much damage those swallowed cars and potentially damaged homes will add.
cannabis retail licensing
The city could see a nice tax revenue boost from these new shops, but legal fees might eat into that initially.
Decisions during term (2)
Recorded while Duran was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Voting record (1)(General)
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