The Ojai City Council held a special meeting on October 1, 2025, focusing on public comments regarding the proposed Cabin Village project aimed at providing housing for vulnerable residents. The meeting featured several community members expressing their support for the initiative, emphasizing its importance for the elderly and low-income individuals in Ojai.

Ruth Miller opened the public comments by thanking Dignity Moves and Cathy Nolan for their informative presentation. She highlighted the project's potential to prevent heat-related fatalities among the elderly and disabled, urging the council to expedite its progress.

Carol Avalon, a local resident and former project manager for a tiny house, voiced her support for the Cabin Village. She requested a detailed financial breakdown from Dignity Moves regarding the project's costs, which she noted had varied in public reports. Avalon also raised concerns about whether the city would benefit financially from Dignity Moves' demonstration model.

Rachel Hunt shared her personal experiences with homelessness, expressing gratitude for the community's support during her hardships. She urged the council to move forward with the Cabin Village project without delay, stressing the urgent need for housing solutions for Ojai's displaced elders.

The meeting underscored the community's commitment to addressing housing challenges and the importance of timely action to support its most vulnerable members. The council is expected to consider the feedback from public comments as they move forward with the project.