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AMENDED AGENDA
(Amended 7/10/2025 to Add Remote Location for Councilwoman Perez)
OXNARD CITY COUNCIL
OXNARD COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION SUCCESSOR
AGENCY OXNARD FINANCING AUTHORITY
OXNARD HOUSING AUTHORITY
Meeting Location: Council Chambers, 305 West Third Street July 15, 2025
Closed Session - 4:30 PM
Regular Meeting - 6:00 PM
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IN ACCORDANCE WITH ASSEMBLY BILL 2449, MEMBERS OF THE LEGISLATIVE BODY MAY MEET IN- PERSON OR REMOTELY. TO PARTICIPATE REMOTELY VISIT WWW.OXNARD.GOV.
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*Please see the link for the Measure M pre-recorded presentation video for each item listed on this agenda.
YOU MAY PARTICIPATE IN THE MEETING IN THE FOLLOWING WAYS:
1. ATTEND THE MEETING AT THE LOCATION LISTED ABOVE: Submit a speaker card to the City Clerk.
2. EMAIL COMMENTS OR SIGN UP TO SPEAK REMOTELY BEFORE THE MEETING a. Submit a request to speak remotely by 3 p.m. on the day of the meeting by using the form available at www.oxnard.org/citymeetings.
b. Submit an email to [email protected] by 3 p.m. on the day of the meeting (indicate the agenda item number in the subject line). All email correspondence will be forwarded to the legislative body prior to the start of the meeting and made part of the legislative record.
c. Contact the City Clerk’s Office at (805) 385-7803 to submit your request.
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3. PROVIDE PUBLIC COMMENT REMOTELY DURING THE MEETING
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b. Public comments on agenda items will be taken following the announcement of the item. After the item is announced, members of the public may register or otherwise be recognized for the purpose of providing public comment.
Please review the Zoom instructions on the registration page to help ensure there are no technical difficulties during your comments and help you understand public comment procedures using Zoom. Detailed participation instructions can be found at
www.oxnard.org/city-meetings.
In the event of a disruption which prevents a legislative body of the City of Oxnard from broadcasting a meeting using a call-in option or internet- based service option, or in the event of a disruption within the City’s control which prevents members of the public from offering public comment using the call-in option or internet-based service option, the legislative body shall take no further action on items appearing on a meeting agenda until public access to the meeting via the call-in option or internet-based service option is restored. However, if any of the broadcast options are disrupted,
but any of the other broadcast options is still available to the public, the legislative body may take further action on items appearing on a meeting agenda without waiting for the disrupted broadcast option(s) to be restored.
A. ROLL CALL, POSTING OF AGENDA
THE FOLLOWING LEGISLATIVE BODIES ARE MEETING: City Council and Oxnard Housing Authority
CONSIDERATION OF TELECONFERENCE PARTICIPATION PURSUANT TO ASSEMBLY BILL 2449
During this meeting, Councilwoman Perez will be participating remotely from the following location:
Calle Paseo de las Moras (Business Conference Room), 63735 Nuevo Vallarta, Nay. Mexico B. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
At this time, a person may address the legislative body only on matters appearing on the closed session agenda. The presiding officer shall limit public comments to three minutes.
C. CLOSED SESSION (4:30 PM)
1. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS—(Government Code section 54957.6) Agency
designated representatives: Ashley Golden, Assistant City Manager and Steve Naveau, Director of Human Resources
Employee organizations: Service Employees International Union CTW, CLC, Local 721 (SEIU Local 721); International Union of Operating Engineers AFL-CIO, Local No. 501 (IUOE Local 501); Oxnard Mid-Managers Association (OMMA); International Association of Firefighters, AFL-CIO (IAFF), Local 1684
Legislative Body: City Council
2. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS—(Government Code section 54956.8)
Property: Property designated as APN 132-0-33-010 located between U.S. 101 and Riverpark Boulevard, west of the East Vineyard Avenue and Riverpark Boulevard intersection Agency Negotiator: Brenda Lopez, Interim Housing Director Negotiating Party: Dynamic Retail Partners, LLC
Under Negotiation: Price and terms of payment
Legislative Body: City Council
3. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL—EXISTING LITIGATION (Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1))
Name of case: Salvador Olea Rodriguez v. City of Oxnard Workers' Compensation Case No.: ADJ18967126
Legislative Body: City Council
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4. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL—EXISTING LITIGATION (Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1))
Name of case: David Walker v. City of Oxnard
Workers' Compensation Case Nos.: ADJ14083086 and ADJ15688978 Legislative Body: City Council
5. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL—EXISTING LITIGATION (Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1))
Name of case: Bo Espinoza v. City of Oxnard
Workers' Compensation Case Nos.: ADJ19938324, ADJ19938325, and ADJ19938326 Legislative Body: City Council
D. OPENING CEREMONIES (6:00 PM)
Pledge of allegiance to the flag of the United States.
E. CEREMONIAL ITEMS
F. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA AND NON-ACTION ITEMS
A person may address the legislative body only on matters not appearing on the agenda and within the subject matter jurisdiction of the legislative body, and on non-action items such as ceremonial items, report of city manager / executive director / secretary, and city council/ housing authority / successor agency / financing authority business / committee reports. Speaker requests shall be submitted as set forth on the first page of this agenda. Speakers are limited to three minutes. After 30 minutes, if all speakers have not had the opportunity to speak, the remaining speakers will be given an opportunity to speak prior to adjournment of the meeting. The legislative body cannot enter into a detailed discussion or take action on any items presented during public comments at this time. Such items may only be referred to the City Manager / Executive Director / Secretary for administrative action or scheduled on a subsequent agenda for discussion. Persons wishing to speak on public hearing items should do so at the time of the hearing.
G. REPORT OF CITY MANAGER/EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR/SECRETARY
The City Manager/Executive Director/Secretary shall report on items of interest to the legislative body occurring since the last meeting. The legislative body cannot enter into detailed discussion or take action on any item presented during this report. Such items may only be referred to the City Manager/Executive Director/Secretary for administrative action or scheduled on a subsequent agenda for discussion.
H. CITY COUNCIL/HOUSING AUTHORITY/SUCCESSOR AGENCY/FINANCING AUTHORITY
BUSINESS/COMMITTEE REPORTS
At this time, a member of the legislative body may make a brief announcement, or make a brief report on his or her activities. Further, members of the legislative body may request to schedule consideration of whether to place an item on a future agenda. The legislative body cannot enter into detailed discussion or take action on any item presented during this report. The member's report shall not exceed three minutes, unless additional time is granted by the presiding officer.
1. City Clerk Department
SUBJECT: Appointment of a Member to Serve on the City's Citizen Advisory Groups (CAGs). (5 minutes)
RECOMMENDATION: That the Mayor, with the approval of the City Council, appoint Henry Barcena to the Planning Commission representing District 3.
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(This item did not originate in Committee.)
Please click the following link to view the required Measure M pre-recorded presentation video: https://youtu.be/_0MV1aLPeAM
Legislative Body: City Council
Contact: Luly Lopez, (805) 385-7805
I. REVIEW OF INFORMATION/CONSENT AGENDA
The members of the legislative body will consider whether to remove Information/Consent Agenda items for discussion later during the meeting.
J. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON INFORMATION/CONSENT AGENDA
At this time, a person may address the legislative body only on matters appearing on the information/consent agenda. The presiding officer shall limit public comments to three minutes.
K. INFORMATION/CONSENT AGENDA
1. City Clerk Department
SUBJECT: Approval of Minutes.
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approve the minutes of the June 26, and July 1, 2025 regular meeting as presented.
That the Oxnard Housing Authority Board of Commissioners approve the minutes of the June 3, 17 and 26, 2025 regular meetings as presented.
Legislative Body: City Council, Oxnard Housing Authority Contact: Luly Lopez, (805) 385-7805
2. City Manager Department
SUBJECT: List of City Manager Approved Contracts - Informational Only.
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council receive and file the list of City Manager approved contracts for the period December 6, 2024 through June 30, 2025.
(This item did not originate in Committee.)
Legislative Body: City Council
Contact: Alexander Nguyen, (805) 385-7430
3. Community Development Department
SUBJECT: Planning Commission Stipend Ordinance.
RECOMMENDATION: That the Oxnard City Council:
Adopt Ordinance 3064 titled “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF OXNARD, CALIFORNIA AMENDING CHAPTER 2 ARTICLE II DIVISION 7 SECTIONS 2-96 AND 2-97 OF THE
OXNARD CITY CODE ESTABLISHING A STIPEND FOR SERVICE ON THE OXNARD PLANNING COMMISSION”
(The Finance & Governance Committee approved 2-1 on March 11, 2025.)
Legislative Body: City Council
Contact: Jeff Pengilley, (805) 385-8208
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4. Community Development Department
SUBJECT: Private Parking Ordinance.
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council:
Adopt Ordinance No. 3063 titled “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF OXNARD ADDING DIVISION 3 TO ARTICLE IV OF CHAPTER 8 OF THE OXNARD CITY CODE REGARDING PRIVATE PARKING; FILED BY CITY OF OXNARD, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT, 214 SOUTH C STREET, OXNARD, CA, 93030.”
(The Community Services, Public Safety, Housing & Development Committee approved 3-0 on May 13, 2025.)
Legislative Body: City Council
Contact: Jeff Pengilley, (805) 385-8208
5. Housing Department
SUBJECT: Policy, Portfolio Guidelines, and Investment Delegation for the Housing Authority of the City of Oxnard.
RECOMMENDATION: That the Oxnard Housing Authority Board of Commissioners adopt a resolution approving an investment policy and investment portfolio guidelines for the Housing Authority of the City of Oxnard, and delegating investment authority to the Housing Finance Officer for Fiscal Year 2025-2026.
(The Finance and Governance Committee approved 3-0 on June 24, 2025.)
Legislative Body: Housing Authority
Contact: Brenda Lopez, (805) 385-8092
6. Housing Department
SUBJECT: Adoption of the Tenant Anti-Harassment Ordinance.
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council adopt Ordinance 3057 titled: ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF OXNARD, CALIFORNIA, ADDING ARTICLE III TO CHAPTER 27 OF THE
OXNARD CITY CODE ESTABLISHING TENANT ANTI-HARASSMENT PROTECTIONS
(The Community Services, Public Safety, Housing & Development Committee approved 3-0 on March 25, 2025.)
Legislative Body: City Council
Contact: Brenda Lopez, (805) 385-8092
7. Public Works Department
SUBJECT: Annual Purchase Orders with Astra Backflow, Inc. for Backflow Equipment and Supplies.
RECOMMENDATION: The City Council approve and authorize the Purchasing Agent to execute annual purchase orders with Astra Backflow, Inc. (Astra) for an initial term of one year from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, with an option for four consecutive one-year period extensions ending June 30, 2030, for a total contract amount not to exceed $860,000 for backflow equipment and supplies.
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(Public Works and Transportation Committee approved 3-0 on June 24, 2025)
Legislative Body: City Council
Contact: Michael Wolfe, (805) 385-8055
8. Public Works Department
SUBJECT: Public Project Agreement 32600023 with BSN Construction Inc. for Asphalt Repairs in Multiple Neighborhood Locations, Specification No. PW 25-107.
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approve and authorize the Mayor to execute an Agreement with BSN Construction Inc., in the amount of $504,768 for the Project and approve a Project contingency amount of $50,477 (~10%) for a total not to exceed value of $555,245 for the Project.
(Public Works and Transportation Committee approved 3-0 on June 24, 2025)
Legislative Body: City Council
Contact: Michael Wolfe, (805) 385-8055
9. Public Works Department
SUBJECT: Agreement 32600002 with Pirate California Holdings, LLC dba Pirate Staffing for Temporary and Supplemental Labor Services at the Del Norte Regional Recycling and Transfer Station.
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approve and authorize the Mayor to execute an agreement with Pirate California Holdings, LLC dba Pirate Staffing with an initial term of three years from July 16, 2025 through July 15, 2028, with an option for two one-year extensions ending July 15, 2030 for a total amount not to exceed $1,250,000, for temporary and supplemental labor services at the Del Norte Regional Recycling and Transfer Station (Del Norte).
(Public Works and Transportation Committee approved 3-0 on June 24, 2025)
Legislative Body: City Council
Contact: Michael Wolfe, (805) 385-8055
10. Public Works Department
SUBJECT: Agreement 32500487 with Cragoe Pest Services, Inc. for Landscape Pest Control Services.
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approve and authorize the Mayor to execute an agreement with Cragoe Pest Services, Inc. with an initial term of three years from July 16, 2025 to July 15, 2028, with an option for two consecutive one-year period extensions ending July 15, 2030, and for a total amount not to exceed $660,000 for landscape pest control services at City parks and other City landscaped areas.
(Public Works and Transportation Committee approved 3-0 on June 24, 2025)
Legislative Body: City Council
Contact: Michael Wolfe, (805) 385-8055
11. Cultural & Community Services Department
SUBJECT: Ordinance Revising the Cultural Arts Commission Powers & Duties.
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RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council adopt Ordinance 3061 titled:
"ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF OXNARD, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 2-131 TO
THE OXNARD CITY CODE UPDATING THE POWERS AND DUTIES OF THE CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION"
Legislative Body: City Council
Contact: Terrel Harrison, (805) 385-7994
L. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Public Works Department
SUBJECT: Public Hearing and Election on Modification of the City of Oxnard Community Facilities District No. 9 (Northshore at Mandalay Bay) and Approval of Amendment to Funding and Acquisition Agreement. (20 minutes)
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council, acting as the legislative body of the City of Oxnard Community Facilities District No. 9 (Northshore at Mandalay Bay):
1. Hold a public hearing to receive public testimony regarding the proposed changes to Community Facilities District No. 9 (Northshore at Mandalay Bay);
2. Adopt A Resolution Calling a Special Election to Modify the Rate and Method of Apportionment of the Special Tax Relating to the City of Oxnard Community Facilities District No. 9 (Northshore at Mandalay Bay), Increase Certain Special Tax Rates, Add a New Special Tax, Increase the Maximum Bonded Indebtedness, and Revise the Appropriations Limit of Said Community Facilities District;
3. Conduct an Election;
4. Adopt A Resolution Canvassing the Results of the Change Proceedings Election Held within the City of Oxnard Community Facilities District No. 9 (Northshore at Mandalay Bay); and
5. Adopt A Resolution of Approving Certain Modifications to the City of Oxnard Community Facilities District No. 9 (Northshore At Mandalay Bay), and Approving the Execution and Delivery of An Amendment to Funding and Acquisition Agreement A-8376 in Connection Therewith.
Please click the following link to view the required Measure M pre-recorded presentation video:
https://youtu.be/6m2teDmEO5Y
Legislative Body: City Council
Contact: Michael Wolfe, (805) 385-8055
M. REPORTS
1. Public Works Department
SUBJECT: Adoption of Resolution Establishing a Maintenance and Funding Policy for Landscape Maintenance Districts for the City of Oxnard. (30 minutes)
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council Adopt a Resolution Establishing a Maintenance and Funding Policy for Landscape Maintenance Districts managed by the City of Oxnard.
(Public Works and Transportation Committee approved 3-0 on March 25, 2025)
Please click the following link to view the required Measure M pre-recorded presentation video: https://youtu.be/khza978P6tg
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Legislative Body: City Council
Contact: Michael Wolfe, (805) 385-8055
2. Public Works Department
SUBJECT: Response to Grand Jury Report - Prioritizing Best Practice Street Maintenance. (10 minutes)
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council authorize the Mayor to sign on behalf of the City Council, the City of Oxnard’s response to the 2024-2025 Ventura County Grand Jury Report - Prioritizing Best Practice Street Maintenance.
(This item did not originate in Committee.)
Please click the following link to view the required Measure M pre-recorded presentation video: https://youtu.be/VJBjhgXNDog
Legislative Body: City Council
Contact: Michael Wolfe, (805) 385-8055
3. City Attorney Department
SUBJECT: Prohibition of Nitrous Oxide Ordinance. (10 minutes)
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approve the first reading by title only and waive further reading of the proposed ordinance titled:
“ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF OXNARD, CALIFORNIA, ADDING ARTICLE XXVII TO CHAPTER 7 TO THE OXNARD CITY CODE PERTAINING TO THE PROHIBITION OF NITROUS OXIDE.”
(The Community Services, Public Safety, Housing & Development Committee approved 3-0 on June 24, 2025.)
Please click the following link to view the required Measure M pre-recorded presentation video: https://youtu.be/C2gN_LLcl18
Legislative Body: City Council
Contact: Stephen Fischer, (805) 385-7483
4. City Attorney Department
SUBJECT: Disposal of Confiscated, Impounded And Unclaimed Property Ordinance. (10 minutes)
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approve the first reading by title only and waive further reading of the proposed ordinance titled:
“ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF OXNARD, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING ARTICLE III OF CHAPTER 7 OF THE OXNARD CITY CODE REGARDING DISPOSAL OF CONFISCATED, IMPOUNDED AND UNCLAIMED PROPERTY.”
(The Community Services, Public Safety, Housing & Development Committee approved 3-0 on June 24, 2025.)
Please click the following link to view the required Measure M pre-recorded presentation video: https://youtu.be/7Qu6LnISllE
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Legislative Body: City Council
Contact: Stephen Fischer, (805) 385-7483
5. City Attorney Department
SUBJECT: Regulation of Skateboard Parks. (10 minutes)
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approve the first reading by title only and waive further reading of an ordinance titled:
"AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF OXNARD ADDING ARTICLE XXVIII TO CHAPTER 7 OF THE OXNARD CITY CODE PERTAINING TO THE REGULATION OF CITY SKATEBOARD PARKS."
(The Community Services, Public Safety, Housing & Development Committee approved 3-0 on June 24, 2025.)
Please click the following link to view the required Measure M pre-recorded presentation video: https://youtu.be/irjdVfj6w-w
Legislative Body: City Council
Contact: Stephen Fischer, (805) 385-7483
N. ADJOURNMENT