The Ojai City Council held a special meeting on September 16, 2025, where key discussions focused on public records access and the extension of a pilot program with the Ojai Valley Chamber of Commerce.

During the meeting, a participant raised concerns about the availability of submitted documents to the council. It was clarified that all submissions to the council are public records, meaning they can be accessed by anyone, including the media. The city is legally obligated to respond to public records requests within ten days, and staff confirmed they are working to fulfill these requests promptly.

In addition to the public records discussion, the council addressed the extension of a three-month pilot program in collaboration with the Ojai Valley Chamber of Commerce. This initiative aims to enhance local business support and community engagement. The council also discussed the establishment of a new committee, referred to as the "2 and 2 committee," which is expected to play a role in overseeing this program.

The meeting underscored the city's commitment to transparency and community involvement, as well as its ongoing efforts to support local businesses through collaborative initiatives. Further details on the outcomes of the pilot program and the new committee's objectives are anticipated in future meetings.