MINUTES
OXNARD CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
April 21, 2026
A. ROLL CALL, POSTING OF AGENDA
At 4:30 p.m., Mayor Pro Tem Gabe Teran presided and called to order the regular meeting of the Oxnard City Council in the City Hall Council Chambers at 305 W. Third Street, Oxnard, California. Councilmembers Bert E. Perello, Michaela Perez, Gabriela Rodriguez, Aaron Starr and Gabriel Teran were present. Mayor Luis A. Mc Arthur and Councilwoman Gabriela Basua were absent. The City Clerk stated that the agenda was posted on Thursday, April 9, 2026, and the amended agenda on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 in the kiosk at City Hall, Oxnard Public Library, City Administrative Offices and on the City's website.
Staff members present were Alexander Nguyen, City Manager; Eric Sonstegard, Assistant City Manager; Stephen Fischer, City Attorney; Michelle McCarron, Assistant City Attorney; Julian Gonzalez, Deputy City Attorney; Lauren Bueling, Risk Manager and Lourdes A. López, City Clerk.
CONSIDERATION OF TELECONFERENCE PARTICIPATION PURSUANT TO ASSEMBLY BILL 2449
B. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
No public comments were received. At 4:32 p.m., the City Council recessed into a closed session.
At 4:46 p.m., Councilwoman Gabriela Basua was present.
C. CLOSED SESSION (4:30 PM)
1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION
(Government Code Section
54956.9(d)(1))
Name of case: Diba v. City of Oxnard
Ventura County Superior Court, Case No. 2025CUPA046771
Legislative Body: City Council
2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION
(Government Code Section
54956.9(d)(1))
Name of case: Clayton v. City of Oxnard
Ventura County Superior Court, Case No. 56-2022-00569939-CU-PA-VTA Legislative Body: City Council
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3. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION (Government Code section 54956.9(d)(4))
Based on existing facts and circumstances, the City Council shall decide whether to initiate litigation in one potential case.
Legislative Body: City Council
At 5:03 p.m., the City Council reconvened in an open session in the Council Chambers. The City Attorney announced that the City Council by a unanimous vote of those present, Councilwoman Basua and Mayor Mc Arthur were absent, has directed the City Attorney to join an amicus curi brief to be filed on behalf of defendants in United States versus Illinois in which the U.S. Department of Justice sued the State of Illinois, Cook County, and the City of Chicago alleging that their so-called sanctuary policies are preempted and obstruct federal law enforcement agents from enforcing federal immigration laws and seeking to compel defendants to assist with federal immigration enforcement.
D. APPOINTMENT ITEMS (5:00 PM)
1. Cultural & Community Services Department
SUBJECT: Oxnard Public Library Annual Report.
RECOMMENDATION: That City Council receive the Oxnard Public Library annual report.
(This item did not originate in Committee.) This is a live presentation.
Kathleen Ashmore, Library Manager, presented the annual report required by state law. She highlighted achievements from recent years, showcasing library branches, services, programs, community partnerships, facility design, safety and security efforts, and staff development, and remained available to answer questions.
Discussion ensued among the City Council and staff. No public comments were received.
This was a receive and file. No action was required.
2. SUBJECT: Presentation by the Museum of Ventura County.
Elena Brokaw, Barbara Barnard Smith Chief Executive Officer presented and spoke about the exhibits and programs the Museum has developed. She highlighted the extensive collection of art, archives, and artifacts available. She also provided an overview of Oxnard and emphasized the importance of working together to ensure that, 125 years from now, others will be able to share our stories.
Discussion ensued among the Council and Ms. Brokaw. No public comments were received.
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This was a receive and file. No action was required.
E. OPENING CEREMONIES (6:00 PM)
At 6:02 p.m., Mayor Pro Tem Gabe Teran presided and called to order the regular meeting of the Oxnard City Council concurrently with the Oxnard Housing Authority in the City Hall Council Chambers at 305 W. Third Street, Oxnard, California. Councilmembers Gabriela Basua, Bert E. Perello, Michaela Perez, Gabriela Rodriguez, Aaron Starr and Gabriel Teran were present. Mayor Luis A. Mc Arthur was absent. The City Clerk stated that the agenda was posted on Thursday, April 9, 2026, and the amended agenda on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 in the kiosk at City Hall, Oxnard Public Library, City Administrative Offices and on the City's website
The meeting opened with the pledge of allegiance to the flag of the United States led by Sabrina Rodriguez, a student at Santa Clara High School.
Staff members present were Alexander Nguyen, City Manager; Eric Sonstegard, Assistant City Manager; Stephen Fischer, City Attorney; Jason Zaragoza, Assistant City Attorney; Javier Chagoyen-Lázaro, Chief Financial Officer; Michael Wolfe, Public Works Director; Brian Yanez, Assistant Public Works Director; Brenda Lopez, Housing Director; Alexander Hamilton, Fire Chief; Candy Campbell, Emergency Services Manager and Lourdes A. López, City Clerk.
F. CEREMONIAL ITEMS
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA AND NON-ACTION ITEMS
Public comments were received from Mario Riley, Sr, Chris Castenon, Abel Velasquez, Alicia Percell, Grey Runyon, Ray Blattel, Sara Wilczewski, Eric Andrist, Ana DeGenna, Ron Vizansky, Doug Partello, Larry Stein, Paul Sangster and Manuel Herrera.
At 6:47 p.m., it was moved by Councilman Starr, seconded by Councilwoman Rodriguez, to suspend the rule to allow the speakers to continue beyond the allotted 30 minutes.
VOTE: Basua, Perello, Perez, Rodriguez, Starr and Teran voted in favor; the motion carried 6-0. Mayor Mc Arthur was absent.
H. REPORT OF CITY MANAGER/EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR/SECRETARY
The City Manager spoke about the 3rd Annual Art Gala and introduced Cultural Arts Manager Julie Estrada, who shared remarks on art before introducing cartoonist and author Robb Armstrong.
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1. CITY COUNCIL/HOUSING AUTHORITY/SUCCESSOR AGENCY/FINANCING
AUTHORITY BUSINESS/COMMITTEE REPORTS
The members of the Council provided brief announcements regarding various activities.
Councilman Starr asked that staff reopen the investigation based on the evidence presented.
REVIEW OF INFORMATION/CONSENT AGENDA
Item Nos. L-1 and L-2 were reviewed and discussed among the Council and staff. Mayor Pro Tem Teran announced that he will recuse himself from Item No. L-6.
K. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON INFORMATION/CONSENT AGENDA
Public comments were received from Vanessa Valdez (L-9).
L. INFORMATION/CONSENT AGENDA
1. City Manager Department
SUBJECT: Approval of FY 2026-27 Special Event Support Program Events and Budget
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approve the list of recommended events for the FY 2026-27 Special Event Support Program and allocate $113,600 in the FY 26-27 budget to support the program.
(This item did not originate in Committee.)
ri Finance Department
SUBJECT: Monthly Report of Accounting of All Receipts, Disbursements and Fund Balances & List of City Manager-approved contracts.
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council:
1. Receive and file the report and accounting of all receipts, disbursements and fund balances for the month of February 2026; and
2. Receive and file the list of City Manager-approved contracts for the month of February 2026.
(This item did not originate in Committee.)
4. Housing Department
SUBJECT: Mobile Home Park Rent Stabilization Annual Activity Report for 2025.
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council receive and file the 2025 Annual Activity Report for the Mobile Home Park Rent Stabilization Program, as adopted by the Mobile Home Park Rent Review Board.
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(This item did not originate in Committee.)
5. Housing Department
SUBJECT: Designation of hearing officer for Mobile Home Park Rent Stabilization System.
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council adopt Resolution No. 16,030 designating Serviam by Wright LLP, with Brian T. Chu as the lead hearing officer, and Curtis R. Wright, Rene L. Farjeat, Nicolas L. Jaber, and Haleigh Cummings, as backup hearing officers, to conduct evidentiary hearings for disputes arising under the Mobile Home Park Rent Stabilization System.
(This item did not originate in Committee.)
6. Police Department
SUBJECT: Ventura County Animal Services Agreement FY 2026-27.
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council:
1. Approve and authorize the Mayor to sign a second amendment to the services agreement (A-8151) with the County of Ventura Animal Safety and extend the agreement for one (1) additional year; and
2. Approve and authorize the Mayor to sign a Service Level Request in the amount of $3,451,446.47 for the budgeted cost of animal care services for FY 26-27, for the seventh year of a seven-year agreement (A-8151) with the County of Ventura to provide animal safety services.
(This item did not originate in Committee since this is a continuation of a previous item, last approved by the City Council on June 4, 2025.) Public Works Department
SUBJECT: Second Amendment to Agreement 32300336 with Bureau Veritas Technical Assessments, LLC for Facilities Condition Assessments, ADA Assessments, and Facility Cost Models.
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approve and authorize the Mayor to execute a Second Amendment to the Agreement with Bureau Veritas Technical Assessments, LLC, increasing the amount by $252,491 for a new contract value of $592,491 and extend the term to March 21, 2027, for facility condition assessments, ADA assessments, and facility cost models.
(This item did not originate in Committee as it is a continuation from an item previously taken to Council.)
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8. City Attorney Department
SUBJECT: Fireworks Ordinance.
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council adopt Ordinance No. 3076 titled:
"ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF OXNARD, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING
SECTION 7-56 OF ARTICLE III OF CHAPTER 7; REPEALING SECTION 7- 147.1 FIREWORKS OF ARTICLE VIII OF CHAPTER 7; AND ADDING ARTICLE XVI OF CHAPTER 7 PERTAINING TO THE REGULATION OF FIREWORKS, PYROTECHNICS AND PRODUCTION EFFECTS; VIOLATIONS TO THE OXNARD CITY CODE."
(The Community Service, Public Satety, Housing & Economic Development Committee approved 3-0 on March 24, 2026.)
9. Housing Department
SUBJECT: Declaration of Surplus Public Lands and Resolution Determining the Lands Exempt from the Surplus Land Act (Assessor Parcel Numbers 202-0-103-175 and 202-0-103-235)
RECOMMENDATION:
1. That the City Council adopt Resolution No. 16,031 declaring two specific parcels of real property located in downtown Oxnard (Assessor Parcel Numbers 202-0- 103-175 and 202-0-103-235) to be surplus to the needs of the City and to constitute exempt surplus land pursuant to Government Code Section 54221(f)(1)(B), and
2. Authorize the City Manager to do all things deemed necessary to effectuate the purpose of the Resolution.
(This item did not originate in Committee.)
Consent Item Nos. L-1
It was moved by Councilmember Perello, seconded by Councilwoman Rodriguez, to approve the Information/Consent Item No. L-1 as presented. VOTE: Basua, Perello, Perez, Rodriguez, Starr and Teran voted in favor; the motion carried 6-0. Mayor Mc Arthur was absent.
Consent Item No. L-2
Councilman Starr request that, in the future, the recommendations be presented as two separate items. No action was required. It was a receive and file.
Consent Item No. L-3*
*Consent Item L-3 will be listed in the Oxnard Housing Authority minutes.
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Consent Item Nos. L-6
It was moved by Councilwoman Perez, seconded by Councilmember Perello, to approve the Information/Consent Item No. L-6 as presented. VOTE: Perez, Rodriguez, Starr, Basua and Perello voted in favor; the motion carried 5-0. Mayor Pro Tem Teran recused himself. Mayor Mc Arthur was absent.
Consent Item Nos. L-4, L-5, L-7, L-8 and L-9
It was moved by Councilwoman Rodriguez, seconded by Councilmember Perello, to approve the Information/Consent items as presented. VOTE: Perello, Perez, Rodriguez, Starr, Basua and Teran voted in favor; the motion carried 6-0. Mayor Mc Arthur was absent.
OXNARD HOUSING AUTHORITY
At 7:34 p.m., the joint meeting with the Oxnard Housing Authority concluded.
M. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Housing Department
SUBJECT: TEFRA Hearing - Aspire Apartments.
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council:
1. Conduct a Tax Equity and Fiscal Responsibility Act (TEFRA) Hearing regarding the issuance and reissuance of tax-exempt bond financing for the benefit of Aspire Apartments LP for an 88-unit, including one manager unit, multifamily rental affordable housing project located at 536-538 Meta Street, and
2. Adopt Resolution No. 16,032 of the City Council of the City of Oxnard approving a plan of finance including the issuance and reissuance of exempt facility bonds by the California Municipal Finance Authority in an aggregate outstanding principal amount not to exceed $25,000,000 to finance and refinance a qualified residential rental project for the benefit of Aspire Apartments LP (or an affiliate), and certain other matters relating thereto.
(This item did not originate in Committee.)
The City Clerk announced the affidavit of publication published in Vida Newspaper on April 9, 2026 and stated there were no written communications received.
Councilmembers reported on the ex parte communications received on this item.
The Housing Director presented and was available to answer questions.
Mayor Pro Tem Teran opened the public testimony portion of the public hearing.
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Public comments were received from Jackson Piper.
It was moved by Councilmember Perello, seconded by Councilwoman Rodriguez, to close the public testimony portion of the public hearing. VOTE: Starr, Basua, Perello, Perez., Rodriguez and Teran voted in favor; the motion carried 6-0. Mayor Mc Arthur was absent.
Discussion ensued among the Council and staff.
It was moved by Councilwoman Rodriguez, seconded by Councilwoman Perez, to approve the recommended action. VOTE: Start, Basua, Perello, Perez, Rodriguez and Teran voted in favor. The motion carried 6-0. Mayor Mc Arthur was absent.
2. Housing Department
SUBJECT: TEFRA Hearing - Cypress Place at Garden City, Phase II Apartments.
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council:
1. Conduct a Tax Equity and Fiscal Responsibility Act (TEFRA) Hearing regarding the issuance and reissuance of tax-exempt bond financing for the benefit of Cypress Place at Garden City II, LP for a 60-unit, including one manager unit, multifamily rental housing project located at 5482 Cypress Road; and
2. Adopt Resolution No. 16,033 of the City Council of the City of Oxnard approving a plan of finance of the California Municipal Finance Authority to issue and reissue revenue bonds for a qualified residential rental project in a principal amount not to exceed $20,000,000 for the benefit of Cypress Place at Garden City II LP, and certain other matters relating thereto. (This item did not originate in Committee.)
The City Clerk announced the affidavit of publication published in Vida Newspaper on April 9, 2026 and stated there were no written communications received Councilmembers reported on the ex parte communications received on this item.
The Housing Director and Katherine Aguilar with Peoples Self-Help Housing presented and was available to answer questions.
Mayor Pro Tem Teran opened the public testimony portion of the public hearing.
No public comments were received.
Without objection, the Council approved closing the public testimony portion of the public hearing.
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Discussion ensued among the Council and staff.
It was moved by Councilwoman Basua, seconded by Councilman Starr, to approve the recommended action. VOTE: Basua, Perello, Perez, Rodriguez, Starr and Teran voted in favor; the motion carried 6-0. Mayor Mc Arthur was absent.
3. Housing Department
SUBJECT: TEFRA Hearing - Lockwood III Apartments.
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council:
Conduct a Tax Equity and Fiscal Responsibility Act (TEFRA) Hearing regarding the issuance and reissuance of tax-exempt bond financing for the benefit of Lockwood 3 Oxnard LP for a 234-unit, including two manager units, multifamily rental affordable housing project located at 2151 Lockwood Street; and
2. Adopt Resolution No. 16,034 of the City Council of the City of Oxnard approving the issuance and reissuance of the California Municipal Finance Authority exempt facility bonds for a qualified residential rental project in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $70,000,000 for the purpose of financing or refinancing the acquisition, construction, improvement and equipping of Lockwood III, and certain other matters relating thereto. (This item did not originate in Committee.)
The City Clerk announced the affidavit of publication published in Vida Newspaper on April 2, 2026 and stated there were no written communications received.
Councilmembers reported on the ex parte communications received on this item.
The Housing Director presented and was available to answer questions.
Mayor Pro Tem Teran opened the public testimony portion of the public hearing.
No public comments were received.
Without objection, the Council approved closing the public testimony portion of the public hearing.
Discussion ensued among the Council and staff.
It was moved by Councilwoman Basua, seconded by Councilwoman Rodriguez, to approve the recommended action. VOTE: Perello, Perez, Rodriguez, Starr, Basua and Teran voted in favor. The motion carried 6-0. Mayor Mc Arthur was absent.
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N. REPORTS
1. Fire Department
SUBJECT: Formal Adoption of the 2026 City of Oxnard Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) Update.
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 16,035 formally adopting the 2026 Emergency Operations Plan Update titled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF OXNARD
APPROVING THE EMERGENCY OPERATIONS PLAN UPDATE FOR THE
CITY OF OXNARD AND LETTER OF PROMULGATION
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the Mutual Aid Agreement with The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) to provide assistance and service to animals impacted by Disasters. (The Community Services, Public Safety, Housing & Development Committee approved 2-0 on March 24, 2026.)
The Fire Chief and Emergency Services Manager presented and were available to answer questions. Discussion ensued among the Council and staff.
No public comments were received.
It was moved by Councilwoman Perez, seconded by Councilwoman Basua, to approve the recommended action. VOTE: Perez, Rodriguez., Starr, Basua, Perello and Teran voted in favor; the motion carried 6-0. Mayor Mc Arthur was absent.
2. Fire Department
SUBJECT: Amending Chapter 6 of the Oxnard City Code Related to the Disaster Council.
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council introduce by title only, waiving further reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 6 of the Oxnard City Code titled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF OXNARD, CALIFORNIA AMENDING SECTION 6-5 OF CHAPTER 6 OF THE OXNARD CITY CODE RELATING TO
THE DISASTER COUNCIL
(The Community Services, Public Safety, Housing & Development Committee approved 2-0 on March 24, 2026.)
The City Council approved the introduction of the Ordinance at the April 7, 2026 City Council meeting.
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The Fire Chief and Emergency Services Manager presented and were available to answer questions. Discussion ensued among the Council and staff.
No public comments were received.
It was moved by Councilmember Perello, seconded by Councilwoman Basua, to approve the recommended action. VOTE: Rodriguez, Starr, Basua, Perello, Perez and Teran voted in favor; the motion carried 6-0. Mayor Mc Arthur was absent.
3. Public Works Department
SUBJECT: Ratity an Emergency Order and Approve Contract 32600454 with Toro Enterprises, Inc. for Emergency Repairs on a Water Main on Channel Islands Blvd and Statham Bld in an Amount Not to Exceed $250,000.
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council review and ratify the following:
1. The Director of Public Works' emergency order to dispense with public bidding requirements pursuant to Public Contract Code section 22050, to make emergency repairs to the City's water distribution system;
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute an emergency contract with Toro Enterprises, Inc. for $210,266.11 and a project contingency amount of $39,733.89 for an overall total amount not to exceed $250,000.00 for Emergency Repairs on a Water Main at the intersection of Channel Islands Blvd and Statham Blvd; and
3. The Director of Public Works' declaration of the termination of the emergency order to dispense with public bidding requirements pursuant to Public Contract Code section 22050, to make emergency repairs to the City's water distribution system.
(This item did not originate in Committee.)
The Public Works Director presented and was available to answer questions.
Discussion ensued among the Council and staff.
No public comments were received.
It was moved by Councilmember Perello, seconded by Councilwoman Perez, to approve the recommended action. VOTE: Starr, Basua, Perello, Perez, Rodriguez and Teran voted in favor; the motion carried 6-0. Mayor Me Arthur was absent.
4. Public Works Department
SUBJECT: Grant Application Authorization for $1,092,000 for the Kamala Park Neighborhood Cast Iron Pipe Replacement Capital Improvement Project.
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council:
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1. Authorize the City Manager or designee to submit a grant application to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for $1,092,000 (with 20% local match of $218,400) in Community Project Funding for the Kamala Park Neighborhood Cast Iron Pipe Replacement Capital Improvement Project C2228;
2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents, including but not limited to applications, agreements, and amendments necessary to secure grant funds and implement the approved grant project;
3. Authorize the Finance Director or designee to submit financial reports and grant claims and approve budget appropriations for the use of the grant funds; and
4. Authorize the Public Works Director or designee 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.)
The Public Works Director presented and was available to answer questions.
Discussion ensued among the Council and staff.
No public comments were received.
It was moved by Councilwoman Rodriguez, seconded by Councilmember Perello, to approve the recommended action. VOTE: Basua, Perello, Perez, Rodriguez., Starr and Teran voted in favor; the motion carried 6-0. Mayor Mc Arthur was absent.
Public Works Department
SUBJECT: Second Amendment to Agreement A-8280 with Waste Management of California, Inc. for Solid Waste Disposal.
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approve and authorize the Mayor to execute a Second Amendment to Agreement A-8280 with Waste Management of California, Inc. to extend the term for one year, from May 15, 2026, to May 14, 2027, and in the amount of $12,447,104 for a new not-to-exceed agreement value of $65,657,827.
(This item did not originate in Committee as it is a continuation from an item previously taken to Council.)
This item is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to 14 C.C.R. § 15301(b); 15307; and 15061(b)(3).
Assistant Public Works Director Yanez presented and was available to answer questions. Discussion ensued among the Council and staff.
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No public comments were received.
It was moved by Councilmember Perello, seconded by Councilwoman Basua, to approve the recommended action. VOTE: Perello, Perez, Rodriguez, Starr, Basua and Teran voted in favor; the motion carried 6-0. Mayor Mc Arthur was absent.
6. Housing Department
SUBJECT: Exclusive Negotiation Agreement Between the City of Oxnard, the Parking Authority of the City of Oxnard, and JB Jonesboro, LLC RECOMMENDATION:
1. That the City Council authorize the Mayor to execute an Exclusive Negotiation Agreement with JB Jonesboro, LLC (A-8613) regarding the City-owned parcels between West 5th and West 6th Streets and South B and South C Streets: 318 West Fifth St. (APN 202-0-103-210), 321 West Sixth St. (202-0-103-130), and APNs 202-0-103-115, 202-0-103-175, 202-0-103-225, 202-0-103-235; and
2. That the Board of the Parking Authority authorize the Chairperson to execute an Exclusive Negotiation Agreement with JB Jonesboro, LLC regarding the Parking Authority-owned parcels between West 5th and West 6th Streets and South B and South C Streets, APNs: 202-0-103-025, 202-0-103-185, 202-0-103- 145, and 202-0-103-205.
(This item did not originate in Committee)
The City Clerk stated for the record that Recommendation No. 2 with the Oxnard Board of the Parking Authority is being continued to May 5, 2026.
Housing Director presented and was available to answer questions. Discussion ensued among the Council and staff.
Public comments were received from Barbara Macri-Ortiz.
It was moved by Councilwoman Basua, seconded by Councilwoman Rodriguez, to approve the recommended action. VOTE: Perez, Rodriguez, Starr, Basua, Perello and Teran voted in favor; the motion carried 6-0. Mayor Mc Arthur was absent.
City Manager Department
SUBJECT: California Public Records Act Update and Amending the Position Control Resolution for the City Manager's Office.
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council:
1. Receive and file a report on the California Public Records Act Request Activity; and
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2. Adopt Resolution No. 16,036 amending the Full-Time Equivalent Resolution No. 15,885 for the City Managers' Office to add one full-time Administrative Services Specialist position, and reclassify one Administrative Services Analyst position to an Administrative Services Analyst Senior position, effective upon adoption, and take related actions as necessary.
The Finance & Governance Committee voted 1-1 on March 24, 2026 and the motion to recommend this item to City Council failed.
Assistant City Manager Sonstegard and Assistant City Attorney Zaragoza presented and were available to answer questions. Discussion ensued among the Council and staff.
Public comments were received from Eric Andrist.
It was moved by Councilwoman Basua, seconded by Councilmember Perello, to approve the recommended action. VOTE: Rodriguez, Starr, Basua, Perello, Perez and Teran voted in favor; the motion carried 6-0. Mayor Mc Arthur was absent.
O. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business on the agenda, and without objection, Mayor Pro Tem Teran adjourned the meeting at 9:22 p.m.
Loudes C. Laz
LOURDES A. LÓPEZ
City Clerk Mayor Pro Tem