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Living Within Our Means

Two-year budget based on a Safe and Clean Ventura.

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Summer Camps 2012

Registration begins on April 2. Choose from more than 80 great camps!

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It's easy to volunteer

Cub Scout Pack 3176 and other community members recently helped in the Volunteer Ventura! cleanup at Harry Lyon Park.

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