Minutes — Oxnard City Council, March 19, 2024

MINUTES

OXNARD CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
March 19, 2024
A. ROLL CALL, POSTING OF AGENDA
• At 5:00 p.na., Mayor John C. Zaragoza called to order the regular meeting of the Oxnard City Council, in the City Hall Council Chambers at 305 W. Third Street, Oxnard, California. The City Clerk called the roll and announced the posting of the agenda.

Councilmembers Oscar Madrigal, Bert E. Perello, Gabriel (Gabe) Teran (remote participation), Arthur Valenzuela, Mayor Pro Tem Bryan A. MacDonald, and Mayor John C. Zaragoza were present.

Councilmember Gabriela Basua was absent. Housing Authority Commissioners Jose Andrade and Francisco Vega were absent.

THE FOLLOWING LEGISLATIVE BODIES ARE MEETING: City Council and the Oxnard Housing Authority.

CONSIDERATION OF TELECONFERENCE PARTICIPATION PURSUANT TO ASSEMBLY BILL 2449.

During this meeting, Councilmember Teran participated remotely from the following location: Embassy Suites by Hilton Sacramento Riverfront Promenade, Business Center, 100 Capitol Mall, Sacramento, CA 95814.

B. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS (None received.) C. CLOSED SESSION

1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — EXISTING LITIGATION
(Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1))
Name of case: Crystal Culapan v. City of Oxnard; et al.

Ventura County Superior Court Case No. 56-2021-00549982-CU-PA-VTA Legislative Body: City Council
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — EXISTING LITIGATION
(Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1))
Name of case: Manuel Guzman v. City of Oxnard; et al.

Ventura County Superior Court Case No. 56-2022-00569906-CU-PA-VTA Legislative Body: City Council
At 5:03 p.m., the City Council recessed to a closed session. At 5:29 p.m., the City Council reconvened in open session in the Council Chambers. The City Attorney announced that items C.1 and C.2 were reviewed and there were no reportable actions out of closed session.

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D. APPOINTMENT ITEMS (5:30 PM)
SUBJECT: 2023 Update of Fire Department Statistics, Accomplishments, Ongoing Initiatives, and Priorities for 2024.

Fire Chief Alexander Hamilton presented and provided department highlights for 2023. The.. highlights included updates on construction review and inspections, arson and fire investigation services, emergency medical calls and emergency services for the Fire Department.

E. OPENING CEREMONIES (6:00 PM)
Mayor Zaragoza led the pledge of allegiance and followed by a moment of silence.

F. CEREMONIAL ITEMS
SUBJECT: Presentation of a Proclamation Designating March 31, 2024 as "Cesar E.

Chavez Day."
Javier Gomez, Artistic Director & Founder of Inlakech Cultural Arts Center, accepted the proclamation and said a few words. Director Gomez and his group of students performed a few songs during this presentation.

SUBJECT: Presentation of a Proclamation Designating the Month of March 2024 as "American Red Cross."
Mayor Zaragoza read the proclamation and presented it to Tony Briggs, Regional Chief Executive Officer and members of the American Red Cross, Central California Region. Mr.

Briggs and members of the American Red Cross joined Council on the dais to accept the proclamation and followed with a few words.

G. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA
Public comments were received from PW Robinson (homeless issues), Pedro Toscano (tax fraud), and Miguel Salcido and Catia Tran with the Youth Coalition of Oxnard (requested to present at a future meeting).

H. REPORT OF CITY MANAGER/EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR/SECRETARY

1. City Manager Department
SUBJECT: Severe Storms Emergency Actions.

RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council ratify Director Orders regarding the Severe Storms Local Emergency proclaimed by the Director of Emergency Services MARCH 19, 2024 OXNARD CITY COUNCIL PAGE 3
on December 27, 2023, and related actions taken pursuant to the Severe Storms Local Emergency.

No formal action was taken on this item.
•I. CITY COUNCIL/HOUSING AUTHORITY/SUCCESSOR AGENCY/FINANCING

AUTHORITY BUSINESS/COMMITTEE REPORTS
The members of the Council provided brief announcements regarding their various activities.

City Manager Department
SUBJECT: Appointment of Voting Delegate and Alternate for Southern California Association of Governments General Assembly.

RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council appoint Councilmember Arthur Valenzuela Zavala as the City's voting delegate to attend the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAGs) 59th Annual Regional Conference and General Assembly Business Meeting scheduled for May 2 through 3, 2024 in Palm Desert, California and appoint an alternate delegate.
(This item did not originate in Committee.)
No public comments were received.

Council made a motion to appoint Councilmember Valenzuela as the City's delegate and Councilmember Teran as the alternate delegate to attend the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) Annual Regional Conference and General Assembly Business Meeting.

It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem MacDonald, seconded by Councilmember Perello, to approve the recommended action. VOTE: MacDonald, Madrigal, Perello, Teran, Valenzuela, and Zaragoza voted in favor; motion passed 6-0. Councilmember Basua was absent.

REVIEW OF INFORMATION/CONSENT AGENDA
Items L.1 through L.9 were reviewed and discussed among the Council and staff.

K. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON INFORMATION/CONSENT AGENDA (None received.) L. INFORMATION/CONSENT AGENDA

1. City Clerk Department
SUBJECT: Approval of Minutes.

RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approve the minutes of the February 20, 2024 regular meeting as presented.

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Fire Department
SUBJECT: Adopt Resolution No. 15,767 Acknowledging receipt of a report submitted by the Fire Chief of the Oxnard Fire Department regarding the inspection of certain occupancies.

RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council of the City of Oxnard adopt Resolution No. 15,767 acknowledging receipt of a report prepared by the Oxnard Fire Department's Fire Chief concerning the inspection of specific occupancies, as mandated by Sections 13146.2 and 13146.3 of the California Health and Safety Code. (The Community Services, Public Safety, Housing & Development Committee voted 3-0 on February 27, 2024, to approve the staff recommendation and to forward the item for Council approval.)

3. Human Resources Department
SUBJECT: Oxnard Peace Officers Association Side Letter Agreements.

RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council of the City of Oxnard adopt Resolution No. 15,768 approving the attached side letter agreements establishing a hiring incentive program for experienced (lateral) police officers, in the amount of $20,000 payable over three years; and a $3,000 recruitment incentive for Oxnard Peace Officer Association members who successfully recruit police officers and public safety dispatchers.
(This item did not originate in Committee.)
Public Works Department
SUBJECT: Fourth Amendment to Professional Services Agreement 9200-21-PW with Guidepost Solutions LLC for Water Campus: Security Improvements Project PW 21-29.

RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approve and authorize the execution of a Fourth Amendment to a Professional Services Agreement with Guidepost Solutions LLC to increase the not to exceed amount from $179,670 to $235,601 for additional engineering design work required for the Water Campus: Security Improvements Project (No. C2027).
(This item did not originate in Committee as this is a capital improvement project specifically listed in the City's Capital Improvement Program budget, which was previously approved by the City Council.)

5. Police Department
SUBJECT: State of California Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Reimbursement Program.

RECOMMENDATION: That City Council:

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1. Recognize $90,625 in training reimbursement revenue from the State of California Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Reimbursement Program;

2. Approve a budget appropriation in the amount of $90,625 from the Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) reimbursement to P.O.S.T. related training; and

3. Authorize the City Manager or designee to approve additional budget appropriations if additional funding is received.
(This item did not originate in Committee.)
Housing Department
SUBJECT: Amendments to City Loan Agreements with Mercy House Living Centers for the Development of a New Navigation Center at Casa de Carmen located at 241 West Second Street.

RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council:

1. Approve and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute the First Amendment to Permanent Local Housing Allocation Affordable Housing Loan Agreement A-8461 ("PLHA Loan Agreement") between the City and Mercy House Living Centers ("Mercy House") contingent on funding approval by the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD);

2. Approve and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute the First Amendment to Measure O Loan Agreement 32300146 between the City and Mercy House;

3. Approve a budget appropriation of $537,567 in PLHA grant funds (Fund 220) to increase the loan amount for PLHA Loan Agreement A-8461 between the City and Mercy House from $347,528 to $885,095;

4. Approve and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute the First Amendment to Affordable Housing Loan Agreement A-8292 between the City and 2nd and B LP;

5. Approve and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute the Second Amendment to Disposition and Development Agreement A-8310 between the City, CDP Developers LLC, and the Housing Trust Fund Ventura County;

6. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute the Second Amendment to the Agreement to Provide Financial Support for the Construction and Operation of a Permanent, Year-Round Shelter Serving Homeless Individuals between the City and the County of Ventura, Agreement A-8462.
(The Community Services, Public Safety, Housing & Development Committee approved 3-0 on February 27, 2024.)
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Housing Department
SUBJECT: Second Amendment to Emergency Shelter and Navigation Center Operating Agreement 32400019.

RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council:

1. Approve and authorize the Mayor to execute the Second Amendment to Shelter and Navigation Center Operating Agreement 32400019 with Mercy House for the provision of shelter and navigation center operations to increase the Agreement from $3,228,297 to $3,243,102.16.
(The Community Services, Public Safety, Housing & Development Committee approved 3-0 on February 27, 2024.)
Human Resources Department
SUBJECT: Pay Equity Policy.

RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council adopt Resolution No. 15,769 approving a pay equity policy.
(This item did not originate in Committee.)
City Attorney Department
SUBJECT: Sunkist Fire Legislative Subpoenas.

RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council:

1. Direct City staff to investigate the cause of the fire that occurred on March 5, 2024 at the former Sunkist packaging plant located at 245 E. Colonia Rd.;

2. Adopt Resolution No. 15,770 authorizing the Mayor to issue legislative subpoenas related to the City's investigation into the Sunkist Fire.

Consent Items L.1 - L.2 and L.4 - L.9
It was moved by Councilmember Perello, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem MacDonald, to approve the recommended action as presented. VOTE: MacDonald, Madrigal, Perello, Teran, Valenzuela, and Zaragoza voted in favor; motion passed 6-0. Councilmember Basua was absent.

Consent Item L.3
It was moved by Councilmember Perello, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem MacDonald, to approve • the recommended action as presented.

VOTE: MacDonald, Madrigal, Perello, Teran, and
Zaragoza voted in favor; Valenzuela voted against; motion passed 5-1. Councilmember Basua was absent.

M. PUBLIC HEARINGS
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Public Works Department
SUBJECT: Public Hearing on Proposed Solid Waste (Refuse) Rates and Introduction of Ordinance No. 3043 Establishing New Solid Waste (Refuse) Rates and Fees.

RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council:

1. Hold a public hearing to receive public testimony and consider all protests concerning the adoption of Ordinance No. 3043 establishing new solid waste (refuse) user rates and fees:

2. Approve the first reading by title only and waive any further reading of Ordinance No. 3043 titled:

ANORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF OXNARD TO

ESTABLISH NEW SOLID WASTE RATES AND FEES FOR CUSTOMER USE

AND SERVICE FROM THE CITY'S ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES
DIVISION; and

3. Find that the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) does not apply to the ordinance that modifies the City's solid waste (refuse) rates, according to Public Resource Code sections 21080(b)(8) and 21083 in conjunction with the exemption listed in Title 14 California Code of Regulations section 15273. (This is a continuation of an item brought to the Public Works and Transportation Committee on November 14, 2023, and to the City Council on December 5, 2023.) The City Clerk announced the affidavit of publication and stated that written communications were received and provided to Council.

Brian Yanez, Assistant Public Works Director and Eric Zetz, Environmental Resources Division Manager answered questions.

Mayor Zaragoza opened the public testimony portion of the public hearing. Public comments were received from Lawrence Stein, Jesus Rojas, Greg Runyon, Debra Keer, and Barbara Macri- Ortiz.

Council made a motion to close the public testimony portion of the public hearing:

It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem MacDonald, seconded by Councilmember Valenzuela, to close the public hearing. VOTE: MacDonald, Madrigal, Perello, Teran, Valenzuela, and Zaragoza voted in favor; motion passed 6-0. Councilmember Basua was absent.

Council made a motion to take a recess while the City Clerk tabulated the protests received from the City's municipal solid waste users.

It was moved by Councilmember Perello, seconded by Mayor Zaragoza, to recess the meeting while the City Clerk counted the protests received, once the count was completed the meeting was called back to order. VOTE: MacDonald, Madrigal, Perello, Teran, Valenzuela, and Zaragoza voted in favor; motion passed 6-0. Councilmember Basua was absent.

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The City Clerk counted the protests received and reported the count. There were 810 protests received. Based on the number of protests counted, the City Clerk determined that there were not enough written protests received to conduct a validation of the protest. A majority protest was not achieved.

It was moved by Mayor Pro Iem MacDonald, seconded by Mayor Zaragoza, to introduce the Solid Waste Rate and Fee Ordinance and approve the recommended action as presented. VOTE:

MacDonald, Madrigal, Perello, Teran, Valenzuela, and Zaragoza voted in favor; motion passed 6-0. Councilmember Basua was absent.

Housing Department
SUBJECT: 5-Year Public Housing Agency Plan (2020-2025), Annual Agency Plan and Capital Fund Program Five-Year Action Plan for Low Rent Public Housing.

RECOMMENDATION: That the Board of Commissioners for the Housing Authority of the City of Oxnard:

1. Hold a United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) public hearing to receive comments concerning the fifth year of the 5-Year Public Housing Agency Plan, the 2024 Capital Fund Budget, and the Capital Fund Five- Year Action Plan; and

2. Adopt Housing Authority of the City of Oxnard Resolution No. H.A. 1342:
a. Approving the 2024 Annual Agency Plan, 5-Year Public Housing Agency (PHA) Plan for the Housing Authority of the City of Oxnard; b. Authorizing and directing the Chairman to execute the Department of Housing and Urban Development Public Housing Agency Certification Compliance Form certifying the Housing Authority's compliance with federal policies and procedures;
c. Authorizing the Housing Director to execute and submit all reports, documents and all other certifications required to comply with policies and procedures of the Department of Housing and Urban Development regarding the Annual Agency Plan and the 5-Year PHA Plan:
d. Approving the 2024 Capital Fund Budget and Capital Fund Five-Year Action Plan; and
e. Authorizing the Housing Director to accept and expend the funds as indicated in the 2024 Capital Fund Budget and Capital Fund Five-Year Action Plan.
(The Community Services, Public Safety, Housing & Development Committee approved 3-0 on February 27, 2024.)
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The Secretary (City Clerk) announced the affidavit of publication and stated that no written communications were received.

Housing Director Emilio Ramirez was available to answer questions.

Coinmissioner Zaragoza opened the public testimony portion of the public hearing. Public comments were received from Lawrence Stein.

Without objection, the Board of Commissioners approved closing the public testimony portion of the public hearing. Discussion ensued among the Board of Commissioners and staff.

Housing Director Emilio Ramirez requested that Council approve an amendment to Section B.2 New Activities on page 2 of 7 of the HUD Form 50075, page 308 of the staff report.

It was moved by Commissioner MacDonald, seconded by Commissioner Madrigal, to approve the recommended action as amended. VOTE: MacDonald, Madrigal, Perello, Teran, Valenzuela, and Zaragoza voted in favor; motion passed 6-0. Commissioners Andrade, Basua, and Vega were absent.

At 9:48 p.m., City Council voted to continue the meeting past 10:00 p.m., and take action on the remainder of the items on the agenda.

It was moved by Councilmember Perello, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem MacDonald, to approve the recommended action as presented. VOTE: MacDonald, Madrigal, Perello, Teran, Valenzuela, and Zaragoza voted in favor; motion passed 6-0. Councilmember Basua was absent.

N. REPORTS
Finance Department
SUBJECT: FY22-23 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and Summary Presentation.

RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council receive the FY 22-23 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) and summary presentation from the City's external financial auditors, Eadie + Payne, LLP.
(The Finance and Governance Committee approved 3-0 on March 12, 2024.) Javier Chagoyen-Lazaro, Chief Financial Officer introduced Eden Casareno, CPA, Partner-in- Charge of Attest Services with Eadie + Payne, LLP. Ms. Casareno presented and answered questions. Public comments were received from Lawrence Stein. The report was received and filed, no formal action was required.

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Public Works Department
SUBJECT: General Fund Reimbursement of Service Charges to Special Districts.

RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approve and authorize the City Manager to approve a transfer in the amount of $168,247.67 for reimbursement of sidewalk service charges, including interest, to 21 Landscape Maintenance Districts (Fund 120) from the General Fund (101), with the corresponding budget appropriation adjustments.
(Public Works and Transportation Committee approved 3-0 on February 27, 2024.) Michael Wolfe, Public Works Director was available to answer questions. No public comment was received.

It was moved by Councilmember Madrigal, seconded by Councilmember Perello, to approve the recommended action. VOTE: MacDonald, Madrigal, Perello, Teran, Valenzuela, and Zaragoza voted in favor; motion passed 6-0. Councilmember Basua was absent.

Public Works Department
SUBJECT: Purchase Order to McLaughlin Waste Equipment, Inc. for Metal Refuse Containers for the Environmental Resources Division.

RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council authorize the Mayor to execute a Purchase Order with McLaughlin Waste Equipment, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $2,500,000 for a three-year term ending June 30, 2027, for metal refuse containers. (Public Works and Transportation Committee approved 3-0 on February 27, 2024.) Michael Wolfe, Public Works Director was available to answer questions. No public comment was received.

It was moved by Councilmember Perello, seconded by Mayor Zaragoza, to approve the recommended action. VOTE: MacDonald, Madrigal, Perello, Teran, Valenzuela, and Zaragoza voted in favor; motion passed 6-0. Councilmember Basua was absent.

Public Works Department
SUBJECT: Authorization to Accept a State Grant for $9.5M to fund Electrical Improvements for the Oxnard Wastewater Treatment Plant Reliability Improvement Project PW 20-102.

RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council:

1. Accept a grant from the California State Water Resource Control Board in the amount of $9.5 million for the Oxnard Wastewater Treatment Plant Reliability Project; and

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designee to submit financial reports and grant claims and approve budget approprations for the use of grant funds; and the Director of Public Works o lesignee to submit non-financial reports
(This item did not originate in Committee as this is a capital improvement project specifically listed in the City's Capital Improvement Program budget, which was previously approved by the City Council.)
Michael Wolfe, Public Works Director was available to answer questions. No public comment was received.

It was moved by Councilmember Perello, seconded by Councilmember Madrigal, to approve the recommended action. VOTE: MacDonald, Madrigal, Perello, Teran, Valenzuela, and Zaragoza voted in favor; motion passed 6-0. Councilmember Basua was absent.

Public Works Department
SUBJECT: Emergency On-Call Services Performed by Toro Enterprises, Inc. to Protect Properties and City Infrastructure Located Along the Coastal Area of Oxnard Beach.

RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approve and authorize the Mayor to execute a one-time payment with Toro Enterprises, Inc. in the amount of $23,478.39 for emergency on-call services performed on December 29, 2023, and December 30, 2023.
(This item did not originate in Committee.)
Michael Wolfe, Public Works Director was available to answer questions. No public comment was received.

Community Development Department
SUBJECT: City of Oxnard 2023 General Plan Annual Progress Report.

RECOMMENDATION: That the Oxnard City Council receive and file the City of Oxnard 2023 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Progress Report. (This item did not originate in Committee.)
Joe Pearson II, AICP, Planning and Environmental Services Manager was available to answer questions. Public comments were received from Alejandro Perez and written comments were received
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It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem MacDonald, seconded by Councilmember Madrigal, to approve the recommended action. VOTE: MacDonald, Madrigal, Perello, Teran, Valenzuela, and Zaragoza voted in favor; motion passed 6-0. Councilmember Basua was absent.

Community Development Department
SUBIECT: Consider an Ordinance Amending Provisions of C'hapter 11 of the Oxnard City Code Pertaining to Cannabis Regulations.

RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council:

Introduce an ordinance (by title only, waiving further reading) titled:
"AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF OXNARD AMENDING PROVISIONS OF CHAPTER 11, ARTICLE XVII OF THE

OXNARD CITY CODE PERTAINING TO CANNABIS REGULATIONS

REGARDING CANNABIS EMPLOYEE PERMITS, CANNABIS AUDIT

PROCESSES, HOURS OF OPERATIONS, TRANSFER OF OWNERSHIP, AND A DEFINITION CLARIFICATION."
(This item did not originate in Committee.)
Jeff Pengilley, Community Development Director and Kathleen Mallory, Planning & Sustainability Manager were available to answer questions. Public comments were received from Jessica Reuven.

A motion was made by Councilmember Perello to deny the project, there was no second, motion failed.

A motion was made by Councilmember Madrigal, seconded by Councilmember Valenzuela to approve the recommended action. VOTE: Madrigal, Valenzuela, and Zaragoza voted in favor; MacDonald, Perello, and Teran voted against; motion failed 3-3.

A motion was made by Councilmember Teran for staff to review the recommendation and bring the item back to a future meeting
It was moved by Councilmember Teran, seconded by Councilmember Valenzuela, to approve reviewing the recommendation and bringing the item to a future meeting. VOTE: MacDonald, Teran, Valenzuela, and Zaragoza voted in favor; Madrigal and Perello voted against; motion passed 4-2. Councilmember Basua was absent.

Housing Department
SUBJECT: Acquisition of Real Property 3941 and 3951 Saviers Road improved with an eight-unit multi-family development.

RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council:

1. Approve a grant to the Housing Authority of the City of Oxnard in amount not to MARCH 19, 2024 OXNARD CITY COUNCIL PAGE 13
exceed $2,260,000 from the Community Development Block Grant fund for the acquisition of improved real property located at 3941 and 3951 Saviers Road plus transaction fees and related costs, subject to review and approval by the City Attorney;

2. Find that the recommended actions do not constitute a "project" subject to the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to Section 21065 and Sections 15004(b)(4) and 15378 of the State California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines and, as such, no environmental document pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act is required;

3. Authorize the City Manager, and his designees, to appropriate $2,260,000 of CDBG funds for the acquisition and related costs associated with the 3941 and 3951 Saviers Road transaction.

That the Board of Commissioners:

4. Accept a grant from the City of Oxnard in amount not to exceed $2,260,000 to finance the acquisition, and related costs, of improved real property located at 3941 and 3951 Saviers Road and authorize the Executive Director to execute any and all documents necessary to complete the loan, subject to review and approval by the Housing Authority general counsel; and

5. Authorize the Housing Authority of the City of Oxnard to enter into a purchase and sale agreement for the acquisition of improved real property located at 3941 and 3951 Saviers Road in an amount not to exceed $2,160,000, subject to an appraisal, and authorize the Executive Director or designee to execute any and all documents necessary to complete the acquisition, subject to review and approval by the Housing Authority general counsel.
(This item did not originate in Committee.)
This item was pulled from the agenda. No action was taken.

9. Housing Department
SUBJECT: Acquisition of Vacant Real Property Designated as Assessor Parcel Number 201-0-213-150 located on Meta Street in Downtown Oxnard.

RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council:

1. Approve a purchase and sale agreement for the acquisition of unimproved real property designated as Assessor Parcel Number 201-0-213-150 in the amount of $90,000 and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute any and all documents necessary to complete the acquisition;

3. Approve and authorize a budget appropriation of $90,000 from the Community Development Block Grant Fund to pay for the acquisition of real property designated as Assessor Parcel Number 201-0-213-150; and

4. Approve and authorize a budget appropriation of $18,000 from the (This item did not originate in Committee.)
Emilio Ramirez, Housing Director was available to answer questions. No public comments were received.

It was moved by Councilmember Valenzuela, seconded by Councilmember Madrigal, to approve the recommended action. VOTE: MacDonald, Madrigal, Perello, Teran, Valenzuela, and Zaragoza voted in favor; motion passed 6-0. Councilmember Basua was absent.

O. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business on the agenda, and without objection, Mayor Zaragoza adiourned the meeting at 10:47 p.m.

R. Chaparo

ROSE CHAPARRO
City Clerk

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