City Approves New Set of Aerial Maps
With new development having sprouted in and around Camarillo during the past few years, planning officials have ordered a new set of aerial photographs to better depict the landscape within city limits.
The City Council approved a contract Wednesday night with Pacific Western of Santa Barbara, an aerial surveying firm that submitted the lowest qualified bid. “We use aerial photos extensively on a daily basis in looking at street system improvements and to make copies for engineering and planning purposes,” said City Manager Bill Little.
Since the older aerial surveys were filmed, Camarillo has added a factory outlet shopping complex, two multiplex theaters, numerous retail centers, hundreds of new homes and several miles of new streets. “We usually update them every five years,” he said. “Things change and it’s a good idea to bring them up to date.”
City engineers estimated the cost of the new maps at $16,000. The contract with Pacific Western was approved at $15,873.
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