Since the loss of Kellie Standish and Colby Tucker June 2026, Safe Rec Ventura was formed to help make Ventura County’s PCH corridor safer for all road users. Safe Rec Ventura appeared before the Ventura County Board of Supervisors Sept 1 and the group has continued meeting with local decision-makers and Caltrans to explore solutions and identify a path forward. Safe Rec Ventura has engaged with the offices of Assemblymember Steve Bennett, Senator Monique Limón, County Supervisor Matt LaVere, Caltrans District 7 leaders, and Congressman Salud Carbajal. Caltrans is currently conducting an emergency safety study along the corridor, with discussions about its findings and next steps planned for November. Safe Rec Ventura has also launched a website tracking crash data across Ventura County and has tracked more than 250 letters sent by community members to decision-makers in support of a safer PCH. Partnerships with local businesses and coverage from the Acorn Newspaper, Ventura County Star, and Ojai Valley News have helped bring greater attention to the effort.
While there is still a long road ahead, Safe Rec Ventura believes a safer PCH is possible and remains committed to working with decision makers and the community to make it a reality. The group will continue sharing updates and meaningful opportunities to get involved as the effort progresses. You can follow their progress on instagram (@saferecventura), explore crash data and find ways to get involved on their website https://safe-rec-ventura.github.io/.
