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CITY OF CAMARILLO CITY COUNCIL
CAMARILLO SANITARY DISTRICT
CAMARILLO LIBRARY BOARD
SUCCESSOR AGENCY
REGULAR MEETING
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24, 2026
CALL TO ORDER
The Mayor called the meeting to order at 4:30 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Applies to all bodies noted in the heading.
Council Present: David Tennessen, Mayor
Martita Martinez-Bravo, Vice Mayor
Kevin Kildee, Councilmember
Susan Santangelo, Councilmember
Tony Trembley, Councilmember
Staff Present: Greg Ramirez, City Manager
Carmen Nichols, Assistant City Manager
Rachel Richman, City Attorney
Mitchell Cameron, Director of Administrative Services
Dave Klotzle, Director of Public Works
Bradley Calvert, Director of Community Development
Wendy Levy, Director of Human Resources
Eric Tennessen, Police Department Commander
Mark Uribe, Director of Finance
Silvia Jaquez, Acting City Clerk
CLOSED SESSION
The City Attorney read the closed session items into the record. Council recessed to Closed Session.
A. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9 (d)(1)
Name of case: OPV Coalition, et. al. vs. Fox Canyon Groundwater Management Agency
Ventura County Superior Court Case No. 56202100555357CUPTVTA B. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Significant Exposure to Litigation Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2): (1 potential matter)
5:00 P.M. - CALL TO ORDER - OPEN SESSION
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ROLL CALL
All City Councilmembers were present.
FLAG SALUTE
Councilmember Kildee led the salute to the flag.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
The agenda was approved as to form.
PRESENTATIONS - NONE
GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENTS
The following people addressed the City Council regarding Brown Act updates, immigration, Flock cameras, neighborhood disruptions, and public smoking: Spencer Richey, Julianna Martinez, Siddharth Mehrotra, and David Moorman.
COUNCIL AND STAFF COMMENTS AND INTERGOVERNMENTAL REPORTS The Councilmembers reported on attendance at outside agency and Council committee meetings and provided general comments.
C. Library Activity Updates
Mandy Nasr, Library Director, provided an update on the Library activities.
CONSENT CALENDAR - Agenda Items D-S
The motion to approve the Consent Calendar applies to all bodies.
D. Meeting Minutes (City, CSD, CLB, SA)
Approved minutes of the meetings of June 10, 2026, Camarillo City Council and Sanitary District, special meeting of June 16, 2026, Camarillo City Council, May 21, 2026, Library Board, and February 25, 2026, Successor Agency.
E. Reappointment of Trustee to the Camarillo Library Board (City) Adopted Resolution No. 2026-38 reappointing Martita Martinez-Bravo as Trustee to the Camarillo Library Board for a three-year term effective from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2029.
F. Disbursements (City, SA)
Adopted SA Resolution No. 2026-39 and CC Resolution No. 2026-40 approving disbursements.
G. Investment Reports for May 2026 (City)
Received and filed reports.
H. Revenue & Expenditure Report for May 2026 (City)
Received and filed the report.
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1. Amendment to City Council Policy 3.05, Reserve Level (City) Approved the amendments made to City Council Policy 3.05, Reserve Level.
West Camarillo Community Facilities District No. 1 - Authorizing the Levy of a Special Tax for Fiscal Year 2026-27 (City)
Adopted Resolution No. 2026-41 of the West Camarillo Community Facilities District No. 1 authorizing the levy of a special tax for Fiscal Year 2026-27.
K. Agreement 2026-51 with the County of Ventura Health Care Agency for Non- Emergent Community Outreach, Engagement, Case Management, and Resource Coordination Services in Support of Project HOPE (City) Authorized the City Manager to execute Agreement 2026-51 between the County of Ventura Health Care Agency and the City of Camarillo for a total not-to-exceed amount of $860,766, for the term of July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2028, with the option to extend for up to two additional one-year terms if funds are available.
L. Pleasant Valley Road Sewer Force Main Phase 1 Project No. SS-5037-1 - Award Construction Contract (CSD)
1. Found that Project No. SS-5037-1 is exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Article 19 Categorical Exemptions Section 15302; and
2. Adopted CSD Resolution No. 2026-4 approving Pleasant Valley Road Sewer Force Main Phase 1 Project No. SS-5037-1; approving the Project plans and specifications; and proceeding with construction of the Project, and
3. Authorized the District Manager to execute Public Works Contract No. 2026-7 with Toro Enterprises, Inc., in the amount not-to-exceed $459,970, and authorize a contingency in the amount of $92,000, for a total contract authorization of $551,970; and
4. Authorized the District Manager to execute future contract change orders to the contract for unforeseen additional work up to the authorized contingency amount.
Lewis Road to Flynn Road Sewer Project No. SS-14-01 - Exonerate Warranty Securities (CSD)
Adopted CSD Resolution No. 2026-5 exonerating warranty securities for Lewis Road to Flynn Road Sewer Project No. SS-14-01 with Toro Enterprises, Inc.
N. Interim Plant Building Improvements Project No. SS-5076 - Exonerate Warranty Securities (CSD)
Adopted CSD Resolution No. 2026-6 exonerating warranty securities for Interim Plant Building | Improvements Project No. SS-5076 with R2BUILD dba R2B Engineering.
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O. Acceptance of Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement Program Grant for the Mountain Fire Adaptive Signal Infrastructure Improvement Proiect (City) Authorized the City Manager, or designee, to sign all Caltrans-related documents and amendments for the Mountain Fire Adaptive Signal Infrastructure Improvement Project.
P. RDP-201 Fairfield Development Accept Traffic Signal Public Improvements, Exonerate Traffic Signal Securities, and Accept Traffic Signal Warranty Security (City)
Adopted Resolution No. 2026-42 exonerating the security for the traffic signal at Verdugo Way and Camino Ruiz and transfer cash-outs from T-5956 and T-4272 to RDP-201 Fairfield Development.
Q. 2026-2031 Capital Improvement Program General Plan Conformity and Coordination Review (City)
1. Found that the review of capital improvement projects located adjacent to or within the City of Camarillo for consistency with the General Plan is exempt from California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under the State CEQA Guidelines Section 15378(b)(4); and
2. Found that the proposed public improvements of the FY 2026-2031 City of Camarillo Department of Public Works Five-Year Capital Improvement Program, Camrosa Water District, the County of Ventura, and Southern California Gas Company, are in conformance with the City of Camarillo General Plan.
R. Professional Services Agreement with Data Ticket for Administrative and Parking Citation Processing and Adjudication Services (City)
1. Found that the proposed Professional Services Agreement No. 2026-47 with Data Ticket, Inc., is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines §§ 15060(c)(2), 15061(b)(3), and 15378; and
2. Authorized the City Manager to execute Professional Services Agreement No. 2026-47 with Data Ticket, Inc., in the amount of $132,000 ($44,000 annually); and
3. Authorized an annual 10% contingency in the amount of $4,400, for a total contingency amount of $13,200 over the three-year term, for a total agreement amount not-to-exceed $145,200; and
4. Authorized the City Manager to execute future amendments, documents and Change Orders if required, up to the total not-to-exceed amount.
S. Grant Contribution Agreement between the City and the Pleasant Valley Historical Society (City)
1. Approved a Grant Contribution Agreement with Pleasant Valley Historical Society for $250,000; and
2. Authorized the City Manager to execute Agreement 2026-57 with Pleasant Valley Historical Society for $250,000 for project improvements.
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MOTION to approve Items D through S.
Councilmember Trembley moved, Councilmember Santangelo seconded.
Yes: Kildee, Martinez-Bravo, Santangelo, Tennessen, Trembley No: None
City Manager Ramirez provided comments on Item S of the Consent Calendar regarding the City's contribution to the Pleasant Valley Historical Society.
DISCUSSION ITEMS - CITY COUNCIL
T. ! Oversized Vehicle Parking Restrictions Amendment
Public Works Director Klotzle gave a PowerPoint presentation reviewing the proposed amendments to Camarillo Municipal Code Section 11.20.220 regarding restrictions on oversized vehicle parking between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. The proposed amendments would align local definitions with state law, standardize regulations, address public safety concerns, streamline permit administration, strengthen program integrity, and ensure consistent enforcement.
MOTION to approve the following recommended actions:
1. Found that the Ordinance Amendment to Camarillo Municipal Code Section
11.20.220 - Oversized Vehicles - Parking Prohibited - Parking Permits is exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15061 (b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines; and
2. Waived further reading and introduced Ordinance No. 2040 amending and restating Section 11.20.220 of Title 11 of the Camarillo Municipal Code relating to public parking of oversized vehicles on public streets and highways; and
3. Adopted Resolution No. 2026-43 to become effective upon the effective date of the Ordinance, establishing a fine of $100 for oversized vehicle and recreational vehicle parking violations.
Councilmember Kildee moved, Vice Mayor Martinez-Bravo seconded.
Yes: Kildee, Martinez-Bravo, Santangelo, Tennessen, Trembley No: None
U. Consideration of an Ordinance Regarding Compensation for Members of the City Council Pursuant to Government Code Section 36516
City Attorney Richman provided an overview of the proposed Ordinance regarding City Council compensation increases pursuant to Government Code Section 36516.
Vice Mayor Martinez Bravo and Councilmember Santangelo expressed support for increasing City Council compensation, citing the significant time commitment required of Councilmembers and noting that recent legislation was intended to encourage broader and more diverse participation in local government by reducing financial barriers to public service.
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increases to the Consumer Price Index (CPI).
Councilmember Kildee and Councilmember Trembley expressed support for compensation adjustments that keep pace with inflation and recommended a 3% increase in each of the two years, with future discussion regarding alignment with the Consumer Price Index (CPI)
Mayor Tennessen also expressed support for tying future compensation increases to the Consumer Price Index (CPI). He indicated that, although he supported the increase, he was unlikely to accept it personally and recommended reviewing the vehicle allowance provided to Councilmembers in light of the travel required for meetings and community events.
Following discussion, the Council reached a consensus to approve a 3% compensation increase effective January 1, 2027, and to revisit the matter prior to 2028 to consider a Consumer Price Index (CPI) based adjustment as provided for under Government Code 36516.
MOTION to approve the following recommended actions:
1. Reviewed and discussed City Council compensation and determined what increase shall be effective, not-to-exceed the permissible 5% total, after the November 2026 election, effective January 1, 2027; and
2. Waived further reading and introduced Ordinance No. 2041 amending the Camarillo Municipal Code to reflect a 3% compensation increase for calendar year 2027, as authorized under Government Code Section 36516, and directed the City Attorney to return with proposed amendments for consideration of future compensation increases tied to the Consumer Price Index (CPI) beginning in 2028; and
3. Included a recital stating: "Any Councilmember may, in that Councilmember's sole discretion, decline to receive all or any portion of the salary or salary increase authorized by this Ordinance by submitting a waiver to the Human Resources Director."
Vice Mayor Martinez-Bravo moved, Councilmember Kildee seconded.
Yes: Kildee, Martinez-Bravo, Santangelo, Tennessen, Trembley No: None
DISCUSSION ITEMS - CITY COUNCIL / CAMARILLO SANITARY DISTRICT V. Sixth Amendment to Employment Agreement with City Manager/District Manager City Attorney Richman reviewed the amendment to the Employment Agreement.
The Council acknowledged Mr. Ramirez's extensive knowledge, experience, and accomplishments and supported approval of the Agreement Amendment.
The following people addressed the Council and provided public testimony on this item: Spencer Richey.
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MOTION to approve the following recommended action:
1. Authorized the Mayor to sign Employment Agreement 2020-52F with City/District Manager Gregory Ramirez.
Vice Mayor Martinez-Bravo moved, Councilmember Trembley seconded.
Yes: Kildee, Martinez-Bravo, Santangelo, Tennessen, Trembley No: None
RECESS
The Mayor announced a brief recess at 6:06 p.m. and reconvened at 6:15 p.m.
W. Amend the Fiscal Year 2025/26 Budget and Adopt the Fiscal Year 2026/27 Budget and Related Resolutions
Finance Director Uribe gave a PowerPoint presentation reviewing the comprehensive process, successful completion of a balanced budget, and development and introduction of the FY 2026/27 Budget.
The following people addressed the Council and provided public testimony on this item: Spencer Richey
MOTION to approve the following Camarillo Sanitary District recommended actions:
1. Adopted CSD Resolution No. 2026-7 approving the FY 2026/27 Budget and authorizing appropriations for FY 2026/27; and
2. Adopted CSD Resolution No. 2026-8 setting the Compensation, Classification and Benefits Program and approving a Statement of Understanding for the terms and conditions of employment for Camarillo Sanitary District employees, effective July 1, 2026.
Councilmember Trembley moved, Councilmember Kildee seconded.
Yes: Kildee, Martinez-Bravo, Santangelo, Tennessen, Trembley No: None
MOTION to approve the following City Council recommended actions:
1. Adopted Resolution No. 2026-44 approving the FY 2026/27 Budget and authorizing appropriations for FY 2026/27, excluding the Trolley operation; and
2. Adopted Resolution No. 2026-45 that selects the factors used to calculate the limit and establishes the Fiscal Year 2026/27 Gann Appropriations Limit for the City of Camarillo at $155,841,529 as calculated; and
3. Adopted Resolution No. 2026-46 to commit $95,258,526 of the Projected General Fund's Fund Balance for the Fiscal Year ending June 30, 2026; and
4. Adopted Resolution No. 2026-47 setting the Compensation, Classification, and Benefits Program and approving a Statement of Understanding for the terms and conditions of employment for City employees, effective July 1, 2026.
Councilmember Trembley moved, Vice Mayor Martinez-Bravo seconded.
Yes: Kildee, Martinez-Bravo, Santangelo, Tennessen, Trembley No: None
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MOTION to approve the following City Council recommended action:
5. Adopted Resolution No. 2026-48 approving the FY 2026/27 Trolley Budget.
City Attorney Richman noted for the record that Councilmember Kildee had a conflict of interest due to property and business interests near a Trolley stop.
Councilmember Kildee recused himself and left the room.
Councilmember Trembley moved, Councilmember Santangelo seconded.
Yes: Martinez-Bravo, Santangelo, Tennessen, Trembley
No: None
Abstain: Kildee (due to conflict)
Councilmember Kildee rejoined the meeting and resumed his seat.
PUBLIC HEARINGS - CITY COUNCIL
X. 2025 Urban Water Management Plan and Water Shortage Contingency Plan and Introduction of an Ordinance Amending Camarillo Municipal Code Chapter 14.12 (Water Conservation Measures)
Water Resources Manager Maple gave a PowerPoint presentation reviewing the proposed Urban Water Management Plan and the Water Shortage Contingency Plan.
MAYOR OPENED THE PUBLIC HEARING
Hearing no requests to speak, either for or against the item, the Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED.
MOTION to approve the following recommended actions:
1. Conducted a public hearing to receive public comments on the 2025 UWMP and WSCP; and
2. Adopted Resolution No. 2026-49 approving the 2025 UWMP and WSCP; and
3. Adopted Resolution No. 2026-50 reaffirming the continuing Stage 1 Water Supply Condition; and
4. Waived further reading and introduced Ordinance No. 2042 amending Chapter
14.12 (Water Conservation Measures) of the Camarillo Municipal Code.
Councilmember Kildee moved, Councilmember Santangelo seconded.
Yes: Kildee, Martinez-Bravo, Santangelo, Tennessen, Trembley No: None
PUBLIC HEARINGS - CAMARILLO SANITARY DISTRICT
Y. Resolution Placing Direct Assessments on the Ventura County Secured Property Tax Roll FY 2026/27 for Delinquent Utility Balances
Finance Director Uribe provided an overview regarding the direct assessments on the Ventura County Secured Property Tax Roll for FY 2026/27 for delinquent utility balances.
MAYOR OPENED THE PUBLIC HEARING
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Hearing no requests to speak, either for or against the item, the Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED
MOTION to adopt CSD Resolution No. 2026-9 authorizing the Camarillo Sanitary District to place direct assessments on the property owner's FY 2026/27 Ventura County Secured Property Tax Roll for delinquent utilit balances.
Councilmember Kildee moved, Vice Mayor Martinez-Bravo seconded.
Yes: Kildee, Martinez-Bravo, Santangelo, Tennessen, Trembley NO: None
PUBLIC HEARINGS - CITY COUNCIL / CAMARILLO SANITARY DISTRICT Z. Fiscal Years 2026-2031 Capital Improvement Program
Public Works Director Klotzle gave a PowerPoint presentation on the proposed Fiscal Years 2026-2031 Capital Improvement Program (CIP), highlighting transportation projects including the Pleasant Valley Road Bike Lanes, Las Posas Road and Ventura Boulevard Bridge Replacement, and Camarillo Train Station Undercrossing project; Water CIP projects including Charter Oak Pump Stations Nos. 1 and 2, the Well D Treatment and Replacement Well, and the Desalter Standby Well; and Storm Drain and Sanitary Sewer CIP projects including Water Reclamation Plant Upgrades, the Wastewater System Generator Project, and the Pleasant Valley Road Sewer Project.
Community Development Director Calvert gave a PowerPoint presentation on the Housing CIP projects, highlighting the Arneill Road Housing Project, which is anticipated to be completed in September 2027.
Director of Administrative Services Cameron gave a PowerPoint presentation on the Building and Grounds CIP projects including Corporation Yard Remodel - Phase 1, City Hall Renovation, and Standby Power for City Facilities.
MAYOR OPENED THE PUBLIC HEARING
Hearing no requests to speak, either for or against the item, the Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED.
MOTION to adopt Resolution No. 2026-51 and CSD Resolution No. 2026-10 approving the Fiscal Years 2026-2031 Capital Improvement Program.
Councilmember Kildee moved, Vice Mayor Martinez-Bravo seconded.
Yes: Kildee, Martinez-Bravo, Santangelo, Tennessen, Trembley No: None
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Richman indicated there was no reportable action from the Closed Session.
ADJOURN
The meeting adjourned at 7:11 p.m.
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ATTEST:
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Mayor Acting City Clerk
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Mayor, Successor Agency Acting City Clerk
ATTEST:
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Chair, Camarillo Sanitary District Acting City Clerk
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ATTEST:
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President, Camarillo Library Board Acting City Clerk
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