City of Port Hueneme
City Council Regular Meeting Minutes
Successor Agency for the Port Hueneme Redevelopment Agency Special Meeting Minutes
April 18. 2022
Port Hueneme City Hall: 250 North Ventura Road
Port Hueneme, CA 93041
5:30 p.m. Closed Session I 6:30 p.m. Regular Meeting
5:30 P.M.-CITY COUNCIL CLOSED SESSION AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Rollins called the closed session meeting to order at 5:32 p.m. and led the flag salute.
ROLL CALL Council Members Gama, Hernandez, Perez; Mayor Pro Tern Martinez; Mayor Rollins
Absent: None
GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT
There were no public comments.
CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
City Attorney Spaulding read the closed session item into the record.
1. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
Authority: Government Code § 54957.6
AGENCY DESIGNATED REPRESENTATIVES: Brad Conners, City Manager; Charles Peretz, Deputy City Manager; and Kevin Spaulding, City Attorney EMPLOYEE ASSOCIATION: PORT HUENEME POLICE OFFICERS’ ASSOCIATION Mayor Rollins asked if any councilmembers had any conflicts to disclose. Councilmember Perez disclosed a potential financial conflicton to the closed session item due to spousal income.
RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
6:30 P.M. CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER / FLAG SALUTE Mayor Rollins called the meeting to order at 6:33 and led the flag salute.
ROLL CALL Council Members Gama, Hernandez, Perez; Mayor Pro Tern Martinez; Mayor Rollins INSPIRATION Councilmember Perez provided the inspiration, CLOSED SESSION REPORT City Attorney Kevin Spaulding provided the closed session report indicating no reportable action.
GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT
Public comments were provided by the following:
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Phillip Stevenson, Jr.
• Mariah Bentley
• Margarita Bruther
• Jacob Marquez Pantoja
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Ana Bolo
• John Brennan
• Cynthia Ross
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Beverly Shelton
• Brian Fomenko
AGENDA APPROVAL FOR CITY COUNCIL
City Council Agenda Approval
A motion was made by Councilmember Hernandez, seconded by Councilmember Perez and passed unanimously to approve the City Council Regular Meeting Agenda of April 18, 2022.
PRESENTATIONS
1. BEACON Presentation
Executive Director Marc Beyeler provided a comprehensive update on BEACON, how they are structured, and provided an overview on how BEACON is actively working to protect the coastline. Director Beyeler also provided information on long-term projects and how Port Hueneme is affected. Director Beyeler answered Council questions.
2. Autism Awareness Proclamation
Chief Salinas presented the Autism Awareness Proclamation
3. Earth Day Proclamation
Public Works Director Don Villafana presented the Earth Day Proclamation
CONSENT CALENDAR AGENDA
The Mayor read the titles of the items on the Consent Calendar prior to the motion
4. Approve Minutes of the City Council Regular Meeting of April 4, 2022
5. Receive and File the Finance Cash Disbursements from March 30, 2022 through April 11. 2022
6. Professional Services Agreement with Milner-Villa Consulting, LLC for Temporary Staffing Services
7. Professional Services Agreement with Water Resources Engineering Associates for Water Well Facility Design Services
8. Authorization of Sole Source Purchase of Speed Cushions for the Bolker Park Neighborhood
9. Authorization to Purchase Pavement Crack Filling Machine
10. Authorization to Purchase Greenwaste Containers
The following individuals provided public comment on item #8 of the consent agenda:
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Paul Giuffrida
• David Scrivner
Councilmember Gama asked staff to continue to monitor the situation at Bolker. Director Villafana addressed Council on the concerns at Bolker and indicated Public Works is working with the Police Department to continue to monitor the area and that Public Works has added stop signs, and are now adding the speed cushions in response.
CONSENT CALENDAR ROLL CALL VOTE
A motion was made by Councilmember Gama, seconded by Councilmember Hernandez, to approve the consent calendar. Motion passed unanimously.
AYES:Gama, Hernandez, Perez, Martinez, Rollins
NOES: None
CALL TO ORDER THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY FOR THE PORT HUENEME REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY Mayor Rollins called the Successor Agency for the Port Hueneme Redevelopment Agency to order at 7:52.
ROLL CALL SUCCESSOR AGENCY
Present: Members: Gama, Hernandez, Perez; Vice-Chair Martinez, Chair Rollins Absent None
BUSINESS ITEM FOR CITY COUNCIL AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY
11. Joint Resolution Conveying APN 206-0-0310-090 from the City to Successor Agency City Attorney Spaulding introduced the item to Council and explained the dual role of the Council on this item and the need to rectify the situation that occurred back n 2011 when the Port Hueneme Redevelopment agency conveyed the property to the city. An audit by the State Controller revealed the initial transfer invalid. This resolution would correct the invalid land transfer by reconvening the property from the City and into the Successor Agency in accordance with state law.
ROLL CALL VOTE #1
A motion was made by Councilmember Hernandez, seconded by Councilmember Perez and passed unanimously to adopt a resolution conveying title of the property from the City to the Successor Agency.
AYES: Hernandez, Perez, Gama, Martinez, Rollins
NOES: None
ROLL CALL VOTE #2
A motion was made by Member Gama, seconded by Member Perez and passed unanimously to accept the title from the City.
AYES: Gama, Perez, Hernandez, Martinez, Rollins
NOES: None
RECESS CITY COUNCIL MEETING Mayor Rollins recessed the City Council meeting at 8:00 p.m. to the Successor Agency.
BUSINESS ITEM FOR SUCCESSOR AGENCY
12. Resolution Granting an Easement to Southern California Edison for Electrical Systems Operation City Attorney Spaulding introduced the item to Council indicating now that the title has been legally conveyed to the Successor Agency, the Successor Agency can now grant an easement to Southern California Edison for the maintenance and operations of electrical supply systems to the Habitat for Humanity project, along with other adjacent properties.
ROLL CALL VOTE FOR SUCCESSOR AGENCY
A motion was made by Member Gama, seconded by Member Perez and passed unanimously to grant an easement to Southern California Edison.
AYES: Gama, Perez, Hernandez, Martinez, Rollins
NOES: None
SUCCESSOR AGENCY MEMBERS’ REPORTS, COMMENTS, & REQUEST FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
ADJOURNMENT OF SUCCESSOR AGENCY
The Successor Agency adjourned at 8:03 p.m. to the next regular meeting with a date to be determined.
RECONVENE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING Mayor Rollins reconvened the regular City Council meeting.
BUSINESS ITEMS FOR CITY COUNCIL
13. FY 2021-2022 Mid-Year Budget Review
Interim Finance Director Lupe Acero presented the Mid-Year Budget Review and budget adjustments to Council. Interim Finance Director Acero provided an overview on revenues, expenditures, General Fund summary, proposed appropriations, capital improvement projects.
Discussion ensued amongst Councilmembers. Interim Finance Director Acero answered Council questions.
ROLL CALL VOTE
A motion was made by Councilmember Perez, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Martinez and passed unanimously to approve the Mid-Year Budget.
AYES: Perez, Martinez, Gama, Hernandez, Rollins
NOES: None
14. Resolution Declaring a Level 2 Water Supply Shortage Pursuant to Ordinance 698 Public Works Director Villafana presented the report to Council declaring a Level 2 water supply shortage pursuant to Ordinance 698, advising Council the City is currently at a Level 1.Director Villafana advised Council of the most recent Governor’s Order directing a number of actions in response to the current drought situation. Director Villafana answered Council questions.
ROLL CALL VOTE
A motion was made by Councilmember Hernandez, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Martinez and passed unanimously to adopt a Resolution declaring a Level 2 water supply shortage pursuant to Ordinance No. 698.
AYES: Hernandez, Martinez, Gama, Perez, Rollins
NOES: None
15. Heroes. History and Heritage Nomination: Johnathan Sharkey Memorial Walkway Deputy City Manager Peretz presented the nomination of the Johnathan Sharkey Walkway to Council. Discussion ensued amongst Councilmembers.
Public comments were provided by the following
• David Scrivner
ROLL CALL VOTE
A motion was made by Councilmember Hernandez, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Martinez and passed by majority vote (3-2) to designate a portion of the beach walkway to honor former Mayor and Councilmember Johnathan Sharkey.
AYES: Hernandez, Martinez, Rollins
NOES: Gama, Perez
16. Heroes. History, and Heritage Nomination: Pedro Valdez Bicycle Repair Station Deputy City Manager Peretz presented the nomination of the Pedro Valdez Bicycle Repair Station to Council. Discussion ensued amongst Councilmembers.
ROLL CALL VOTE
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Martinez, seconded by Councilmember Perez and passed unanimously to name a bicycle repair station on the beach walkway in honor of Pedro Valdez.
AYES: Martinez, Perez, Gama, Hernandez, Rollins
NOES: None
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS AND REPORTS
City Manager Conners provided comments and reports regarding the following topics:
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Port Hueneme Little League snack bar update
o Lauterbach and Associates contracted for draft design o Funds identified for renovations
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Playground equipment at beach
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Dog Park at Bubbling Springs relocated from initial Parks Master Plan •
Recreation Coordinator recently hired
• 2022 Focus areas - Public Safety team
o Focus is on traffic safety, engineering, problematic intersections o Recently identified the need for speed cushions in Bolker Park neighborhood o Budget items to support findings
COUNCIL MEMBERS’ REPORTS AND COMMENTS
Mayor Rollins:
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Attended VC Air Pollution Control Board Meeting
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VC Air Pollution Control Board hiring a new Executive Director •
Developing a drought tolerant tree palate
Mayor Pro Tem Martinez:
• Bolker Park Neighborhood
• REACH meeting rescheduled
• Life saver devices at the pier
• Next 3-point basketball game scheduled for May 15
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Skill challenge at beach
Councilmember Gama:
• Reconfiguration of landscape design plan
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Sand Summit with BEACON
• Lifeguard station location
• Pedro Valdez dedication
• Congratulated Beverly Kelley on the Sharkey walkway
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Beach cleanup on Saturday
• Parks maintenance
Councilmember Hernandez:
• Attended Ventura Regional Sanitation District meeting • Attended SCAG Regional meeting
• Homeless Continuum Board Meeting
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Anniversary of 1995 Oklahoma City bombing
• Councilmembers relaying accurate information to Port Hueneme Little League •
Requested meeting adjournment in honor of Francis T. Lowe Councilmember Perez:
• Attended committee meetings
• Provide factual information to community (ARPA funding, CIP) •
Congratulated Beverly Kelley on walkway honoring Johnathan Sharkey
REQUEST FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Councilmember Gama:
Councilmember Gama requested the Classification and Compensation study be scheduled as previously requested.
Councilmember Gama requested the landscape design plan be on a future agenda. City Manager Conners advised Council that Community Development Director Tony Stewart provided an update on the landscape design process at a recent council meeting.
Councilmember Perez:
Request #1: Requested an update on the status of the Ventura County Family Justice Center.
ROLL CALL VOTE
A motion was made by Councilmember Perez, seconded by Mayor Rollins and passed unanimously to add the item to a future Council agenda.
AYES: Perez, Rollins, Hernandez, Gama, Martinez
NOES: None
Mayor Rollins:
Request #1: Requested to add youth programming to a future Council agenda. . On oral vote was conducted.
AYES: Perez, Rollins, Hernandez, Gama, Martinez
NOES: None
ADJOURNMENT
The City Council adjourned the meeting at10:00 p.m. to the Special Meeting of the City Council of Monday, April 25, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. and the next regular meeting of the City Council of Monday, May 2, 2022, at 6:30 p.m.
Minutes approved by City Council: May 2, 2022
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