Oxnard’s Government

Government

Oxnard is a full-service city. Incorporated as a general law city in 1903, Oxnard operates under the council-manager form of government. The City Council consists of an elected Mayor holding a two-year term and four council members elected at large for four-year overlapping terms. Also directly elected are the City Clerk andCity Treasurer. The City Council appoints the City Manager and City Attorney. The City Manager is responsible for assisting the City Council in its policy-making role, providing information and advice, implementing policy, and managing approved services.

Oxnard’s downtown, provides a vibrant city center with a growing cultural arts district state-of-the-art cinemas, and over 40 International dining options including the best authentic Mexican from all regions of the country, Mediterranean cuisine, American fare, Chinese, and fresh seafood. Heritage Square offers a unique, quaint scene combined with delightful gardens and fountains – an ideal setting for some of Oxnard’s original homes to be viewed and appreciated. The Carnegie Art Museum, built in 1906 was the City’s first Public Library enriches residents and visitors alike with a host of world class exhibitions.

Where Pacific Coast Highway 1 meets the 101 Freeway 30 miles north of Malibu, Oxnard, gateway to California’s Central Coast and is home to a California Welcome Center. Oxnard Shopping offers a great mix of convenient malls and friendly harbor and downtown specialty stores. In the last several years, Oxnard has become one of California’s favorite coastal shopping areas. Whether you are looking for exclusive specialty shops or the best in discount shopping, Oxnard and the surrounding areas offer a wide range of choices. Looking for big name stores? Head to the Collection at Riverpark or The Esplanade.

“Oxnard today is a vibrant and culturally diverse community that celebrates its historical, recreational and environmental assets while planning proactively to create a prosperous, innovative and healthy future for residents, businesses and visitors” –  City of Oxnard Community Profile 2013.

We invite you to come and enjoy our beautiful city with a mediterranean-style climate. Whether you plan to visit, to stay, or to explore, there are many opportunities awaiting you here in Oxnard!