CABIN VILLAGE TIMELINE

A chronological record of major decisions, public meetings, contracts, funding, and project milestones relating to Ojai's Cabin Village project.

2023

January 23, 2023
California releases the Encampment Resolution Funding (ERF) Notice of Funding Availability.

2023
Ojai begins pursuing ERF funding and evaluates potential approaches to permanent supportive housing.

State ERF Grant Awarded
Ojai receives approximately $12.67 million in state funding for the Cabin Village project.

Development Management Agreement Executed
The City enters into an agreement with Dignity Moves to develop the project.

Questions Raised Regarding Procurement
Residents begin questioning whether the City adequately tested the market before selecting Dignity Moves.

Environmental Concerns Surface
Questions arise regarding toxic contamination and environmental review at the proposed site.

Public Records Requests Filed
Residents begin requesting contracts, procurement records, financial documents, and correspondence.

Change Orders and Project Costs Increase
Project costs, schedule, and scope continue to evolve.

Grand Jury Report Released
The Ventura County Civil Grand Jury issues findings concerning City governance.

VCTC Audit Released

Project Delays Continue

Ojai Watch Launched
A public archive of documents and analysis is created to organize the project's history and underlying records.