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CoLAB VC
What we do

Ventura County policy work across housing, water, energy, environment, and land use.

CoLAB coordinates research, advocacy, and member briefings that protect local jobs, farms, and communities.

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How we work

We convene, research, and advocate for Ventura County.

  • Monthly briefings keep members ahead of policy shifts.
  • Expert analysis translates complex rules into action.
  • Direct advocacy protects local interests at every level.
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Our approach

Three moves that deliver Ventura County results.

Every initiative starts with collaboration, advances through research, and ends with clear advocacy.

WHEEL briefings
01

Convene

Align stakeholders and decision-makers before policy is set.

WHEEL briefings Member convenings
02

Research

Translate complex regulations into clear, data-backed guidance.

Issue briefs Expert analysis
03

Advocate

Engage agencies, submit testimony, and protect local interests.

Policy testimony Regulatory oversight

Focus areas

Issues that shape Ventura County’s economy.

We track five core areas and deliver guidance tailored to local industries.

Issues overview

What members receive

Clear outputs, consistent communication.

We deliver timely updates, education, and project visibility.

Monthly WHEEL briefings

Member-only updates across all five issue areas.

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Policy updates & news

Timely updates, op-eds, and public statements.

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Current projects

Active initiatives and advocacy efforts in motion.

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Work in action

Current initiatives and case studies.

Explore the projects where advocacy has turned into tangible outcomes.

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