MINUTES
OXNARD CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
June 16, 2026
A. ROLL CALL, POSTING OF AGENDA
At 5:02 p.m., Mayor Luis A. Mc Arthur 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 Gabriela Basua, Bert E. Perello, Michaela Perez, jabriela Kodriguez.
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Staff members present were Alexander Nguyen, City Manager; Ashley Golden, Assistant City Manager; Eric Sonstegard, Assistant City Manager; Stephen Fischer, City Attorney; Kenneth Rozell, Chief Assistant City Attorney; Jason Benites, Police Chief; 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 5:03 p.m., the City Council recessed into a closed session.
C. CLOSED SESSION (5:00 PM)
1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION
(Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1))
Name of case: Brodersen v. City of Oxnard
Ventura County Superior Court, Case No. 2025CUPA049282
Legislative Body: City Council
At 5:30 p.m., the City Council reconvened in open session in the Council Chambers. The City Attorney announced that no reportable action out of closed session.
D. APPOINTMENT ITEMS (5:30 PM)
1. Public Works Department
SUBJECT: Calleguas Municipal Water District Rates.
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council receive and file an update regarding the Calleguas Municipal Water District rates.
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The Public Works Director introduced Kristine McCaffrey, General Manager, Calleguas Municipal Water District who presented and answered questions.
Discussion ensued among Council and Mr. Dan Smith, Calleguas Manager of Finance. No public comments were received.
This was a receive and file. No action was required.
E. OPENING CEREMONIES (6:00 PM)
At 6:01 p.m., Mayor Luis A. Mc Arthur 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, Gabriel Teran and Mayor Luis A. Mc Arthur were present. The City Clerk stated that the agenda was posted on Thursday, June 4, 2026, and the amended agenda on Wednesday, June 10, 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 Haeley Villalobos-Arias a student from Frontier High School. Mayor Mc Arthur called for a moment of silence in honor of Peggy Rivera, who recently passed away.
Councilwoman Rodriguez also requested a moment of silence for Lupe Anguiano, and Councilmember Perello requested a moment of silence for Robert Hearne.
Staff members present were Alexander Nguyen, City Manager; Ashley Golden, Assistant City Manager; Eric Sonstegard, Assistant City Manager; Stephen Fischer, City Attorney; Kenneth Rozell, Chief Assistant City Attorney; Javier Chagoyen-Lazaro, Chief Financial Officer; Michael Wolfe, Public Works Director; Anthony Miller, Special Districts Manager; Chris Peyton, Water Manager; Brenda Lopez, Housing Director and Lourdes A.
López, City Clerk.
F. CEREMONIAL ITEMS
1. SUBJECT: Presentation of a Proclamation Designating June 21, 2026 as "Oxnard Lowrider Appreciation Day."
Mayor Mc Arthur read the proclamation and presented it to Butch Hernandez, who thanked the City Council for the recognition.
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G. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA AND NON-ACTION ITEMS
Public comments were received from: Randy Latimer, Angela Landers, Manuel Herrera, Maria Elena Saldana, Ray Blattel, Alicia Percell, Candice Martinez and Eric Andrist.
RECESSED
At 7:03 p.m., the City Council recessed and at 7:12 p.m. the City Council reconvened.
Additional public comments: Doug Partello and Sarah Wilczewski.
H. REPORT OF CITY MANAGER
I. CITY COUNCIL BUSINESS/COMMITTEE REPORTS
The members of the Council provided brief announcements regarding various activities.
Public comment was received from Eric Andrist.
REVIEW OF INFORMATION/CONSENT AGENDA
Item L-2 was removed from the agenda. Mayor Pro Tem Teran stated that he is recusing himself form Agenda Item No. L-5 out of an abundance of caution due to a potential remote financial interest related to his employment.
K. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON INFORMATION/CONSENT AGENDA
Public comments were received from Alicia Percell.
L. INFORMATION/CONSENT AGENDA
1. City Clerk Department
SUBJECT: Adoption of Resolutions Calling 2026 General Municipal Election.
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 16,050 calling and giving notice of a municipal general election to be held on November 3, 2026, for the election of certain officers; consenting to and requesting election consolidation with the County of Ventura; requesting the County Clerk to render services and supplies; and authorizing the Board of Supervisors to canvass the returns; and
2. Adopt Resolution No. 16,051 establishing rules governing the submission by candidates of Candidate Statements to be printed in the Voter Information Guide at an election to be held on November 3, 2026.
(The item did not originate in Committee.)
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City Clerk Department
SUBJECT: Approval of Oxnard City Council Minutes. Removed from the agenda RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approve the regular meeting minutes for May 19 and June 1, 2026.
3. City Clerk Department
SUBJECT: Agreement for Publication of Legal Notices and Legal Advertisement.
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approve and authorize the Mayor to execute an agreement with Vida Newspaper (32700012) for the publication of legal notices and legal advertisement for Fiscal Year 2026-2027. (This item did not originate in Committee.)
4. Cultural & Community Services Department
SUBJECT: Amendment to Lease Agreement with Catalyst Family, Incorporated.
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approve and authorize the Mayor to execute a First Amendment to Lease Agreement with Catalyst Family, Incorporated (A-8527) extending the lease term for an additional two (2) years (July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2028), for a portion of the South Oxnard Community Center at 200 East Bard Road, with a total lease amount of $225,417.48 over the two-year extension term (increasing the overall agreement value to $543,342.36) (This item did not originate in Committee.)
5. Cultural & Community Services Department
SUBJECT: Agreement with the Oxnard School District for the Operations of the After-School Education and Safety Grant.
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approve and authorize the Mayor to execute an agreement with the Oxnard School District (A-8624) for a one-year term, under which the City will receive funding in an amount not to exceed $2,500,000 to continue operating components of the After-School Education and Safety (ASES) Program with a City match of $130,000 of in-kind services. (The Community Services, Public Safety, Housing & Development Committee approved 3-0 on May 26, 2026.)
6. Finance Department
SUBJECT: Monthly Report of Accounting of All Receipts, Disbursements and Fund Balances and List of City Manager-approved contracts.
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council:
1. Receive and file the report and accounting of all receipts, disbursements and JUNE 16, 2026 OXNARD CITY COUNCIL PAGE 5
fund balances for the month of April 2026; and
2. Receive and file the list of City Manager-approved contracts for the month of April 2026.
(This item did not originate in Committee.)
9. Human Resources Department
SUBJECT: First Amendment to Agreement A-8319 with George Hills Company, Inc for Liability Claims Administration and Adjustment Services.
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approve and authorize the Mayor to execute a First Amendment to Agreement A-8319 with George Hills Company, Inc to increase the agreement amount by $1,232,915, resulting in a total agreement no to exceed $2,317,097 for liability claims administration and adjustment services over a five-year term.
(Finance and Governance Committee approved 3-0 on May 26, 2026.)
10. Human Resources Department
SUBJECT: Agreement 32700002 with Occu-Med, Ltd. for Pre-Employment Medical Services for Public Safety Personnel.
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approve and authorize the Mayor to execute a professional services agreement with Occu-Med, Ltd. for an initial term of three (3) years from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2029, with a not-to-exceed amount of $385,000, for pre-employment medical screenings for public safety personnel. (Finance and Governance Committee approved 3-0 on May 26, 2026.)
11. Public Works Department
SUBJECT: Budget Appropriation for Final Closeout of Assessment District AD 2000-1.
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approve an additional budget appropriation of up to $5,000 to facilitate the final closeout of Assessment District 2000-1 Oxnard Blvd/Hwy 101 Interchange bonds (Fund 500, Subfund 5050). (This item is a continuation of an item previously brought to the City Council on February 17, 2026.)
12. Public Works Department
SUBJECT: Assignment of Easements to Calleguas Municipal Water District for the Calleguas - Ventura Interconnection (APN: 157-0-270-015).
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Agreement (A-8623) with Calleguas Municipal Water District for APN 157-0-270- 015.
(Public Works and Transportation Committee approved 3-0 on May 26, 2026.)
13. Public Works Department
SUBJECT: Purchase Order with Quinn Company for One Caterpillar 950 Wheel Loader for the Environmental Resources Division.
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approve and authorize the Mayor to execute a Purchase Order with Quinn Company in an amount not to exceed $573,818.15 for the purchase of one new Caterpillar Inc. Model 950 Wheel Loader, utilizing the Sourcewell cooperative purchasing agreement (#011723-CAT), for use by the Environmental Resources Division.
(Public Works and Transportation Committee approved 3-0 on May 26, 2026.)
14. Public Works Department
SUBJECT: Multiple Agreements for On-Call Construction Management and Inspection Services.
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approve and authorize the Mayor to execute the following Agreements, each with an initial term of three years from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2029, with an option for two consecutive one-year period extensions ending June 30, 2031, for on-call construction management and inspection services:
1. Agreement 32600484 with Filippin Engineering, Inc., for a total amount not to exceed $500,000.00;
2. Agreement 32600485 with Michael K. Nunley & Associates, LLP, for a total amount not to exceed $500,000.00;
3. Agreement 32600486 with MNS Engineers, Inc. for a total amount not to exceed $500,000.00; and
4. Agreement 32600488 with Turner & Townsend Heery, LLC, for a total amount not to exceed $500,000.00.
(Public Works and Transportation Committee approved 3-0 on May 26, 2026)
15. Public Works Department
SUBJECT: Fourth Amendment to Agreement 32400156 Roesling Nakamura Terada Architects, Inc. for Architecture and Engineering Services for the Wastewater Division New Maintenance Building Project.
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approve and authorize the Mayor to execute a Fourth Amendment to an Agreement with Roesling Nakamura Terada Architects, Inc. in the amount of $200,000 for a new not to exceed value of JUNE 16, 2026 OXNARD CITY COUNCIL PAGE 7
$1,300,000, and to extend the term through December 5, 2029, for additional planning, design and architecture work required for the New Wastewater Maintenance Building Project Number C2236.
(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.)
Consent Item No. L-2
Consent Item L-2 was removed from the agenda.
Consent Item No. L-7 and L-8*
*Consent Item L-7 and L-8 will be listed in the Oxnard Housing Authority minutes.
Consent Item No. L-5
It was moved by Councilmember Perello, seconded by Councilwoman Rodriguez, to approve the Information/Consent Item L-5 as presented. VOTE: Perez, Rodriguez, Starr, Basua, Perello and Mc Arthur voted in favor; the motion carried 6-0-1. Mayor Pro Tem recused himself.
Consent Item Nos. L-1, L-3, L-4, L-6, L-9, L-10, L-11, L-12, L-13, L-14 and L-15 It was moved by Councilwoman Rodriguez, seconded by Councilmember Perello, to approve the Information/Consent Items as presented. VOTE: Perello, Perez, Rodriguez, Starr, Teran, Basua and Mc Arthur voted in favor; the motion carried 7-0.
M. PUBLIC HEARINGS
Public Works Department
SUBJECT: 2025 Urban Water Management Plan and Water Shortage Contingency Plan.
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council:
1. Receive a presentation and receive public comment regarding the City of Oxnard's 2025 Urban Water Management Plan and Water Shortage Contingency Plan;
2. Hold a Public Hearing on the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan and Water Shortage Contingency Plan; and
3. Adopt Resolution No. 16,052 to approve the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan and Water Shortage Contingency Plan and authorize City staff to file the plans with the State of California.
(Public Works and Transportation Committee approved 3-0 on May 26, 2026.) Councilmembers reported on the ex parte communications received on this item.
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The City Clerk announced the affidavit of publication published in Vida Newspaper on May 28 and June 4, 2026 and stated there were no written communications received on this item.
The Public Works Director and Water Manager made some opening remarks and introduced Spencer Waterman of Water Systems Consulting, who assisted in the preparation of the Urban Water Management Plan. Mr. Waterman presented an overview of projected water demands and anticipated water supplies through 2050 and discussed resource strategies designed to ensure long-term water supply reliability under normal, single-dry year, and multiple-dry year conditions.
The Public Works Director, Water Manager and Consultant Waterman engaged in discussion following the presentation.
Mayor Mc Arthur opened the public testimony portion of the public hearing.
Public comment was received from Debbie Mitchell.
Without objection, the Council approved closing the public testimony portion of the public hearing
It was moved by Councilmember Starr, seconded by Councilmember Perello, to approve the recommendation action as presented. VOTE: Rodriguez, Starr, Teran, Basua, Perello, Perez and Mc Arthur voted in favor; the motion carried 7-0.
2. Public Works Department
SUBJECT: Fiscal Year (FY) 2026-27 Resolution to Levy Assessments in the Waterways Maintenance District.
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council, acting as the legislative body for the Waterways Maintenance District:
1. Hold a public hearing regarding proposed assessments for the Waterways Maintenance District for Fiscal Year 2026-27;
2. Adopt Resolution No. 16,053 to levy the maintenance assessment on property within the Waterways Maintenance District for Fiscal Year 2026- 27; and
3. Authorize the Approval of Agreement A-8620, entered into by and between the City of Oxnard and the Harbour Island Homeowners Association, accepting the donation of $10,000 from the Harbour Island Homeowners Association (HOA) to support landscape maintenance and on-call services within the Waterways Maintenance District Zone 2.
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Councilmembers reported on the ex parte communications received on this item.
The City Clerk announced the affidavit of publication published in Vida Newspaper on June 4, 2026 and stated there were no written communications received on this item.
The Public Works Director and Special Districts Manager presented and were available to answer questions. Discussion ensued among the Council and staff.
Mayor Me Arthur opened the public testimony portion of the public hearing.
Public comment was received by Debbie Mitchell.
Without objection, the Council approved closing the public testimony portion of the public hearing.
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem, seconded by Councilwoman Basua, to approve the recommendation action as presented. VOTE: Teran, Basua, Perello, Perez, Rodriguez, and Mc Arthur voted in favor; the motion carried 6-1. Councilmember Starr voted no. (
3. Public Works Department
SUBJECT: Adoption of Resolution Confirming FY 2026-27 Landscape Maintenance Districts Diagrams and Assessments.
RECOMMENDATION: That City Council, acting as the legislative body for the City's Landscape Maintenance Districts (LMDs):
1. Hold a public hearing to receive public testimony regarding the proposed Fiscal Year 2026-27 assessments in the City's LMDs; and
2. Adopt Resolution No. 16,054 of the City Council of the City of Oxnard, California, Confirming Diagrams and Assessments for Fiscal Year 2026-27 in Connection with the City's Landscape Maintenance Districts." (This item did not originate in Committee.)
Councilmembers reported on the ex parte communications received on this item.
The City Clerk announced the affidavit of publication published in Vida Newspaper on June 4, 2026 and stated there were no written communications received on this item.
The Public Works Director and Special Districts Manager presented and were available to answer questions. Discussion ensued among the Council and staff.
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Mayor Mc Arthur opened the public testimony portion of the public hearing.
Public comments were received from Ray Blattel and Alicia Percell.
Without objection, the Council approved closing the public testimony portion of the public hearing.
It was moved by Councilmember Perello, seconded by Councilwoman Basua, to approve the recommendation action as presented. VOTE: Teran, Basua, Perello, Perez, Rodriguez and Mc Arthur voted in favor; the motion carried 6-1.
Councilmember Starr voted no.
At 9:12 p.m., the 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 Councilwoman Basua, to approve the recommended action as presented. VOTE: Basua, Perello, Perez, Rodriguez, Starr and Mc Arthur voted in favor; motion passed 6-1. Mayor Pro Tem Teran voted no.
N. REPORTS
1. Finance Department
SUBJECT: FY2026-27 Public Safety Property Tax Assessment.
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council adopt Resolution No. 16,055 establishing the FY 2026-27 tax rates on property in the City of Oxnard for the payment of voter-approved obligations related to public safety personnel pension expenses.
(This item did not originate in Committee.)
The Chief Financial Officer presented and was available to answer questions.
Discussion ensued among the Council and staff. No public comments were received.
It was moved by Councilwoman Basua, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Teran, to approve the recommended action. VOTE: Basua, Perello, Perez, Rodriguez, Teran and Me Arthur voted in favor; the motion carried 6-1. Councilmember Starr voted no.
Housing Department
SUBJECT: Authorize the Assessment and Collection of Fees within the Oxnard Downtown Management District for Fiscal Year 2026-27.
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RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council adopt Resolution No. 16,056 authorizing the assessment and collection of fees within the Oxnard Downtown Management District for Fiscal Year 2026-27.
(This item did not originate in Committee.)
No public comments were received.
It was moved by Councilwoman Basua, seconded by Councilmember Perello, to approve the recommended action. VOTE: Perello, Perez, Rodriguez, Starr, Teran, Basua and Mc Arthur voted in favor; the motion carried 7-0.
3. Housing Department
SUBJECT: Housing Authority Low Rent Public Housing and Housing Choice Voucher Program Budgets for Fiscal Year 2026-27. - Will be list in the Housing Authority Minutes.
OXNARD HOUSING AUTHORITY
At 9:38 p.m., the joint meeting with the Oxnard Housing Authority concluded.
4. Public Works Department
SUBJECT: Fiscal Year (FY) 2026-27 Special Tax Levy for Community Facility Districts Numbers 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9 and 2000-3.
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council acting as the legislative body for Community Facilities Districts (CFD) No. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9 and 2000-3:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 16,057 setting a special tax rate within CFD No. 1 (Westport at Mandalay Bay) for Fiscal Year 2026-27;
2. Adopt Resolution No. 16,058 setting a special tax rate within CFD No. 2 (Westport at Mandalay Bay) for Fiscal Year 2026-27;
3. Adopt Resolution No. 16,059 setting a special tax rate within CFD No. 3 (Seabridge at Mandalay Bay) for Fiscal Year 2026-27;
4. Adopt Resolution No. 16,060 setting a special tax rate within CFD No. 4 (Seabridge at Mandalay Bay) for Fiscal Year 2026-27;
5. Adopt Resolution No. 16,061 setting a special tax rate within CFD No. 5 (Riverpark) for Fiscal Year 2026-27;
6. Adopt Resolution No. 16,062 setting special tax rates within CFD No. 8 (Sakioka Farms Business Park) for Fiscal Year 2026-27;
7. Adopt Resolution No. 16,063 setting special tax rates within CFD No. 9 (North Shore at Mandalay Bay) for Fiscal Year 2026-27;
8. Adopt Resolution No. 16,064 setting a special tax rate within CFD No. 2000-3 (Oxnard Boulevard/Highway 101 Interchange) for Fiscal Year 2026- 27; and
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9. Authorize the Public Works Director, or designee, to execute an agreement for Billing of Direct Assessments with the Ventura County Auditor- Controller to provide the service of placement of direct assessments on the Ventura County Secured Tax Roll.
(The Finance and Governance Committee approved recommendations 5 and 9, 3-0 and 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, and 8, 2-1 on May 26, 2026.)
No public comments were received
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Teran, seconded by Councilman Starr, to approve ecommendation Items 5 and 9. VOTE: Rodriguez, Starr, Teran, Basua, Perell erez and Mc Arthur voted in favor: the motion carried 7- It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Teran, seconded by Councilmember Perello, to approve Recommendation Items 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, and 8. VOTE: Perez, Rodriguez, Teran, Basua, Perello and Mc Arthur voted in favor; the motion carried 6-l.
Councilmember Starr voted no.
Finance Department
SUBJECT: Adoption of Fiscal Year 2026-27 Proposed Budget.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the City Council adopt the following resolutions:
a. A Resolution No. 16,065 of the City Council of the City of Oxnard Approving the City Operating and Capital Improvement Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-27; and
b. A Resolution No. 16,066 of the City Council of the City of Oxnard Authorizing Full-Time Equivalent Positions in the City Service Effective July 1,2026, in accordance with the Operating Budget for the Fiscal Year 2026- 27; and
c. A Resolution No. 16,067 of the City Council of the City of Oxnard Authorizing Classification and Salary Schedules and Approving the attached Classification and Salary Schedule; and
d. A Resolution No. 16,068 of the City Council of the City of Oxnard Establishing Financial Management Policies; and
e. A Resolution No. 16,069 of the City Council of the City of Oxnard Establishing an Appropriation Limit for the Fiscal Year 2026-27; and f. A Resolution No. 16,070 of the City Council of the City of Oxnard Adopting a Master Fee Schedule
Public comment was received from Ray Blattel.
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It was moved by Councilman Starr, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Teran, to approve Recommendation Item E. VOTE: Perez, Rodriguez, Starr, Teran, Basua, Perello and Mc Arthur voted in favor; the motion carried 7-0.
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Teran, seconded by Councilmember Perello, to approve items A through F, except E. VOTE: Perez, Rodriguez, Teran, Basua, Perello and Mc Arthur voted in favor; the motion carried 6-1. Councilmember Starr voted no.
6. City Manager Department
SUBJECT: Report on Measure O and Consideration of Placing the Renewal of a ½ cent Transactions (Sales) and Use Tax Measure on the November 3, 2026 Ballot.
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council:
1. Receive a report on Measure O;
2. Consider adopting Resolution No. 16,071 entitled: A RESOLUTION OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF OXNARD, CALIFORNIA
ORDERING AN ELECTION TO BE HELD ON NOVEMBER 3, 2026 TO
CONSIDER THE ADOPTION OF A MEASURE ENTITLED "CITY OF
OXNARD PUBLIC SAFETY, FINANCIAL STABILITY MEASURE (NO
TAX RATE INCREASE)" AND REQUESTING THE COUNTY CLERK
TO CONDUCT THE ELECTION, AND AUTHORIZING THE BOARD
OF SUPERVISORS TO CANVASS THE RETURNS.
Public comments were received from Doug Partello, Virtual speaker, Randy Latimer, Correy, Ray Blattel, Alicia Percell, Steve Huber, Manuel Herrera, Andy Colin, Tom Cady, Greg Runyon, Stacy Miller, Nancy Lindholm, Elisabeth Paniagua and Debbie Mitchell.
It was moved by Councilman Starr to amend the ballot question to read as follows:
"Save Oxnard sales tax extension. Shall the Measure permanently extending an existing 1.5% sales tax beyond its scheduled expiration date providing $20 million annually for Oxnard general municipal purposes be adopted?" so that way, it's not argumentative. The motion did not receive a second. The motion failed.
It was moved by Councilmember Perello, seconded by Councilwoman Basua, to approve the recommended action. VOTE: Basua, Perello, Perez, Rodriguez, Teran and Mc Arthur voted in favor; the motion carried 6-1. Councilmember Starr voted no.
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0. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business on the agenda, and without objection, Mayor Mc Arthur adjourned the meeting at 11:03 p.m.
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LOURDES A. LÓPEZ
City Clerk