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City Council Regular Meeting Minutes
December 18, 2023
Port Hueneme City Hall
250 North Ventura Road, Port Hueneme, CA 93041
6:30 PM Open Session
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• Additional electronic meeting guidelines can be found at the end of the agenda. 6:30 PM CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER / FLAG SALUTE
Mayor Martinez called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. and led the flag salute.
ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmembers Steven A. Gama, Laura D. Hernandez, Martha R. McQueen-Legohn; Mayor Pro Tem Misty Perez; Mayor Roberto “Bobby” Martinez
Absent: None
INSPIRATION
Given by Mayor Martinez
PUBLIC COMMENT
A public comment was provided in person by:
• Joan Tharp
A public comment was submitted via email and read by City Clerk Georgianna Alvarez by:
• Juliann Laufer, President of Soroptimist International Channel Islands
AGENDA APPROVAL FOR CITY COUNCIL
City Council Agenda
A motion was made by Councilmember Gama, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Perez, and passed unanimously to approve the City Council Agenda of December 18, 2023.
CC Regular Meeting Minutes -December 18, 2023, Page 1 of 7 CONFLICT OF INTEREST DECLARATION - None
PRESENTATIONS
1 Presentation of the State of the City Video
City Manager James Vega provided a brief overview and shared the State of the City Video by Mayor Martinez.
COUNCIL RECOGNITION
2. Honor and Recognize Outgoing 2023 Mayor Pro Tem Misty Perez City Manager James Vega honored and recognized Mayor Pro Tem Misty Perez for her service as the 2023 Mayor Pro Tem and presented her with a token of appreciation.
Various Ventura County dignitaries and elected officials presented Mayor Pro Tem Misty Perez with certificates of recognition and comments recognizing her service as the 2023 Mayor Pro Tem.
3. Honor and Recognize Outgoing 2023 Mayor Bobby Martinez City Manager James Vega honored and recognized Mayor Bobby Martinez for his service as the 2023 Mayor and presented him with a gavel plaque. Various Ventura County dignitaries and elected officials presented Mayor Martinez with certificates of recognition and comments recognizing his service as the 2023 Mayor.
Mayor Martinez recessed the City Council meeting for a brief recess at 7:07 p.m. Mayor Martinez called the meeting back to order at 7:14 p.m.
COUNCIL REORGANIZATION
4. City Clerk to Conduct Election of Mayor
City Clerk Georgianna Alvarez opened the floor for nominations for Mayor. Mayor Martinez nominated Mayor Pro Tem Perez for Mayor, seconded by Councilmember Hernandez.
Motion passed 5-0, by roll call vote, as follows:
AYES: McQueen-Legohn, Gama, Hernandez, Martinez, Perez
NOES: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None
5 City Clerk to Conduct Election of Mayor Pro Tempore
City Clerk Georgianna Alvarez opened the floor for nominations for Mayor Pro Tem.
Councilmember Hernandez nominated Councilmember McQueen-Legohn for Mayor Pro Tem, seconded by Councilmember Gama.
Motion passed 5-0, by roll call vote, as follows:
AYES: McQueen-Legohn, Gama, Hernandez, Martinez, Perez
NOES: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None
CONSENT CALENDAR
A motion was made by Councilmember Gama, seconded by Councilmember Hernandez, to approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 6 -10, as presented.
Motion passed 5-0, as follows:
AYES: Gama, Hernandez, Martinez, McQueen-Legohn, Perez
NOES: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None
CC Regular Meeting Minutes- December 18, 2023, Page 2 of 7 City Council:
6. Minutes
Approved the December 4, 2023, City Council Regular Meeting Minutes.
7. Register of Disbursements
Received and filed the City’s register of disbursements for the period of November 28, 2023 through December 8, 2023.
8. Authorization to Submit an Application to Join the Association of Defense Communities Authorized the City Manager to submit an application to join the Association of Defense Communities.
9. 5-Year Sole-Source Purchase Agreement with Axon Enterprises. Inc, for the Purchase of Taser 10 Certification Bundle with Virtual Reality (VR) Program Authorized staff to enter into a 5-year sole-source purchase agreement, per Municipal Code Section 2564(a), with Axon Enterprises, Inc. for the purchase of the Taser 10 Certification Bundle with Virtual Reality (VR) Program.
10. Continuation of On-Call Building & Safety Consultant Contracts Authorized a three-year extension of contracts with Annealta Group, CSG Consultants, Inc., and Charles Abbott Associates, Inc. for on-call Building & Safety Services.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
11. Zone Text Amendment No. PHA-911, the Updated Port Hueneme Landscape Ordinance and Project No. PH-912, the Updated City-Wide Landscape Design Guidelines Recommendation:
1. Open the public hearing to take testimonial and documentary evidence; and
2. Close the public hearing and consider the evidence; and
3. Introduce, by title only waiving full reading, an Ordinance amending Article X, Sections 10203(f)(1) and 10203(f)(2), 10302, 10483(i)(1)(a) and 10483(i)(2), 10544(b), and 10582(c)(3) of the Port Hueneme Municipal Code, pertaining to landscaping standards (with adoption to follow at the next regularly scheduled City Council meeting); and
4. After considering the evidence, adopt a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Port Hueneme, approving the City-wide Landscape Design Guidelines (Project No.
PH-912); and
5. Make a determination the project is exempt under CEQA; and
6. Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Community Development Director Tony Stewart presented the report. Landscape Brian Brodersen provided additional details. Landscape Design Guidelines Committee members Joan Tharp and Jan Berk provided comments.
City Clerk Georgianna Alvarez affirmed Proof of Publication and a complete set of reports and exhibits were on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
Questions followed.
The public hearing was opened at 7:57 p.m. A public comment was provided in person by David Scrivner. The public hearing was closed at 8:01 p.m.
A motion was made by Councilmember Hernandez, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern McQueen-Legohn, to:
1. Open the public hearing to take testimonial and documentary evidence; and CC Regular Meeting Minutes -December 18, 2023, Page 3 of 7
2. Close the public hearing and consider the evidence; and
3. Introduce, by title only waiving full reading, an Ordinance amending Article X, Sections 10203(f)(1) and 10203(f)(2), 10302, 10483(i)(1)(a) and 10483(i)(2), 10544(b), and 10582(c)(3) of the Port Hueneme Municipal Code, pertaining to landscaping standards (with adoption to follow at the next regularly scheduled City Council meeting); and
4. After considering the evidence, adopt Resolution No. 4475, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Port Hueneme, approving the City-wide Landscape Design Guidelines (Project No. PH-912); and
5. Make a determination the project is exempt under CEQA; and
6. Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Discussion followed.
Motion passed 5-0, by Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Gama, Hernandez, Martinez, McQueen-Legohn, Perez
NOES: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None
Comments followed.
12. Adopt a Resolution Granting Special Use Permit No. 25-23 for the City of Port Hueneme Run/Walk For Your Heart 5k Event with Ancillary, Healthcare Educational Booths.
Children's Activity Area. Food Vendors, and Entertainment Recommendation:
1. Open the public hearing to take testimonial and documentary evidence; and
2. Close the public hearing and consider the evidence; and
3. Adopt a Resolution approving Special Use Permit No. 25-23 (Run/Walk for Your Heart 5K); and
4. Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Associate Planner Jose Coyotl presented the report. Recreation and Community Services Manager Anna Hanely provided additional details.
City Clerk Georgianna Alvarez affirmed Proof of Publication and a complete set of reports and exhibits were on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
Questions followed
The public hearing was opened at 8:25 p.m. There were no public comments. The public hearing was closed at 8:25 p.m.
A motion was made by Councilmember Martinez, seconded by Councilmember Gama, to adopt Resolution No. 4476, approving Special Use Permit No. 25-23 (Run/Walk for Your Heart 5K); find the project to be exempt from CEQA; and to take such additional, related action that may be desirable. Comments followed.
Motion passed 5-0, by Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Gama, Hernandez, Martinez, McQueen-Legohn, Perez
NOES: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None
BUSINESS ITEMS
13. Award of Contract with PFM Group Consulting, LLC for the Preparation of an Economic Development Plan
Recommendation: Authorize entering into a contract with PFM Group Consulting, LLC for the preparation of an economic development plan for an amount not to exceed $115,090.
CC Regular Meeting Minutes - December 18, 2023, Page 4 of 7 Community Development Director Tony Stewart presented the report. Questions followed.
There were no public comments.
A motion was made by Councilmember Hernandez, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern McQueen-Legohn, to authorize entering into a contract with PFM Group Consulting, LLC for the preparation of an economic development plan for an amount not to exceed $115,090. Comments followed.
Motion passed 5-0, as follows:
AYES: Gama, Hernandez, Martinez, McQueen-Legohn, Perez
NOES: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None
14. 2023 Hueneme Beach Festival Summary and Feedback for 2024 Recommendation:
1. Receive an informational report about the event details associated with the 2023 Hueneme Beach Festival; and
2. Provide direction and feedback to staff regarding initial planning for a 2024 Hueneme Beach Festival for consideration while staff analyzes options for event coordination, which would include potential in-house event management. Staff recommends that City Council also authorize staff to issue the attached request for proposals as a contingency plan. Staff will return to Council with options at a future City Council meeting.
Deputy City Manager Charles Peretz presented the report. Questions followed.
Public comments were provided in person by:
• Joan Tharp
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Becky Breuning
A motion was made by Councilmember Martinez, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern McQueenLegohn to:
1. Receive an informational report about the event details associated with the 2023 Hueneme Beach Festival; and
2. Provide direction and feedback to staff regarding initial planning for a 2024 Hueneme Beach Festival for consideration while staff analyzes options for event coordination, which would include potential in-house event management; and including Citizen Advisory recommendations which include moving the festival on the sand, a one-day event, and keeping it low cost; and
3. Authorize staff to issue the attached request for proposals as a contingency plan. Staff will return to Council with options at a future City Council meeting.
Motion passed 5-0, as follows:
AYES: Gama, Hernandez, Martinez, McQueen-Legohn, Perez
NOES: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS AND REPORTS
City Manager James Vega provided comments and reports regarding the following topics:
• Santa Float schedule
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Social Media outreach
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Flood preparation information
COUNCILMEMBERS’ REPORTS AND COMMENTS
Council provided comments and reports regarding the following topics:
CC Regular Meeting Minutes-December 18, 2023, Page 5 of 7 Councilmember Gama:
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Congratulations to Mayor Perez and Mayor Pro Tem McQueen-Legohn • Attended BEACON (Beach Erosion Authority for Clean Oceans and Nourishment) meeting •
Concept for Memorial Day Celebration
Councilmember Martinez:
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School field trip
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Sister City Committee meeting
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Boys and Girls Club basketball gym
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Thanked Public Information Officer Scott Matalon and City Manager James Vega for assistance with the State of the City Video
Councilmember Hernandez:
• Attended BEACON
• Ormond Beach
• Attended the Longest Night Memorial Service and homelessness assistance • Prowler, neighborhood watch group, and City neighborhood watch program •
Other City Reorganizations/recognitions
• Measure U Committee
• Thanked staff for planning and organizing all the holiday events • Upcoming City Council meeting attendance and Committee assignment selections •
State of the Region Report
Councilmember Gama:
• Jay walking laws and pedestrian safety
Mayor Pro Tem McQueen-Legohn:
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Ventura County Star article regarding deaths of homeless •
Attended meetings: GCTD (Gold Coast Transit District), RDP (Regional Defense Partnership), Museum Governance Committee, VCTC (Ventura County Transportation Commission)
Mayor Perez:
• Attended EDC (Economic Development Collaborative) Executive Committee meeting Councilmember Hernandez:
• Mural committee appointment submissions
REQUEST FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Councilmember Gama:
1. Requested an item be added to a future Council agenda regarding a Memorial Day celebration with a “Lost at Sea” theme, seconded by Mayor Perez. Motion passed unanimously, 5-0.
Councilmember Hernandez:
1. Requested an item be added to a future Council agenda regarding goal setting, seconded by Mayor Perez. Motion passed unanimously, 5-0.
Mayor Pro Tem McQueen-Legohn:
1. Requested a status update regarding ADA mats at the beach. City Manager James Vega indicated an update would be provided to Council.
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ADJOURNMENT
The City Council adjourned at 9:21 p.m. to its next regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, January 16, 2024, at 6:30 p.m.
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