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a City Council Regular Meeting Minutes
Housing Authority Regular Meeting Minutes
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Monday, May 6, 2024
Port Hueneme City Hall
250 North Ventura Road, Port Hueneme, CA 93041
6:30 PM
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CC & HA Regular Meeting Minutes - May 6, 2024, Page 1 of 9 * Segun el Codigo de Gobierno de California 54954.3, si una persona utiliza un traductor durante las declaraciones publicas, el cuerpo legislative de una agencia local debera proporcionar al menos el doble del tiempo asignado a un miembro del publico que utilice un traductor para garantizar que las personas que no hablan ingles reciban la misma oportunidad de dirigirse directamente al cuerpo legislative de una agencia local.
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The Levine Act (Gov. Code, § 84308) requires any Party, Participant, or Agent in a Proceeding, as those terms are defined in Government Code section 84308 and Title 2, California Code of Regulations, Sections 18400 et seq., before the City of Port Hueneme that involves any action or consideration to their contract, license, permit, or other entitlement for use to disclose any campaign contributions made to City elected or appointed Officers totaling more than $250 within the 12 months prior to the City decision. Any City elected or appointed Officer who has received a contribution totaling more than $250 within the preceding twelve (12) months from a Party, Agent, or Participant, shall disclose that fact on the record of the proceeding and shall not make, participate in making, or in any way attempt to use the Officer’s official position to influence the decision. Violations of Government Code section 84308 may result in a civil action brought by the FPPC for an amount up to five thousand dollars ($5,000) per violation. Any person who knowingly or willfully violates any provision of the Political Reform Act is guilty of a misdemeanor and subject to a fine of up to the greater often thousand dollars ($10,000) or three times the amount the person unlawfully contributed upon conviction for each violation. Any Party, Participant, or Agent is further prohibited from making, and any elected or appointed City Officer is prohibited from soliciting or accepting, any contribution in excess of $250 for a period of twelve (12) months following any proceeding described above. 6:30 PM CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER / FLAG SALUTE
Mayor Perez called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. and led the flag salute.
ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmembers Laura D. Hernandez, Roberto “Bobby” Martinez; Mayor Pro Tem Martha R. McQueen-Legohn; Mayor Misty Perez
Absent: Councilmember Steven A. Gama
INSPIRATION
Given by Mayor Pro Tem McQueen-Legohn
PUBLIC COMMENT
Public comments were provided in person by the following:
• Becky Breuning
• Martha Kellerhof and Barbara Page
• Tom King
• Andy McDuff
A public comment was submitted via email and read by City Clerk Georgianna Alvarez by the following:
• Jacob Marquez Pantoja
CC & HA Regular Meeting Minutes -May 6, 2024, Page 2 of 9
AGENDA APPROVAL FOR CITY COUNCIL
City Council Agenda
A motion was made by Councilmember Hernandez, seconded by Councilmember Martinez, and passed 4-0-1 (Councilmember Gama absent) to approve the City Council Agenda of May 6, 2024.
PRESENTATIONS (this section taken out of order)
At the request of Mayor Perez, a motion was made by Councilmember Hernandez, seconded by Councilmember Martinez to move the presentation for Explorer of the Year to before the Housing Authority meeting. Motion passed 4-01 (Councilmember Gama absent)
4. Explorer of the Year Certificate of Recognition presented to Port Hueneme Police Explorer Sergeant Tiffany Zavala
Police Chief Federico provided a brief biography and presented a Certificate of Recognition to Police Explorer Sergeant Tiffany Zavala in recognition of receiving the Explorer of the Year award.
At the request of Mayor Perez, a motion was made by Councilmember Hernandez, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern McQueen-Legohn, to move the Mental Health Awareness Proclamation to be presented at this time. Motion passed 4-01 (Councilmember Gama absent).
5. Mental Health Awareness Proclamation
Mayor Perez read the proclamation into record, recognizing and proclaiming the Month of May 2024 as Mental Health Awareness Month, calling upon an increase in public understanding of the importance of mental health and to promote identification and treatment of mental illness; and presented it to Ventura County Behavioral Health Assistant Director Dr. Loretta Denering.
At the request of Mayor Perez, a motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern McQueen-Legohn, seconded by Councilmember Hernandez, to move the 55th Annual Professional Municipal Clerks Week Proclamation to be presented at this time. Motion passed 4-01 (Councilmember Gama absent).
6. 55th Annual Professional Municipal Clerks Week Proclamation Councilmember Hernandez read the proclamation into record, recognizing the week of May 5 through May 11, 2024, as Professional Municipal Clerks Week, and extended appreciation to City Clerk Georgianna Alvarez, and to all Professional Municipal Clerks for the vital services they perform and their exemplary dedication to the communities they represent.
RECESS THE CITY COUNCIL MEETNG AND CALL TO ORDER THE HOUSING AUTHORITY
REGULAR MEETING
Mayor/Chair Perez recessed the City Council Meeting and called to order the Housing Authority Regular meeting at 6:58 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Present: Port Hueneme Housing Authority Members Johnny Brown, Laura D. Hernandez, and Roberto “Bobby” Martinez; Vice Chair Martha R. McQueen-Legohn, and Chair Misty Perez
Absent: Port Hueneme Housing Authority Members Robert Blackwell and Steven A. Gama CC & HA Regular Meeting Minutes - May 6, 2024, Page 3 of 9 HOUSING AUTHORITY PUBLIC COMMENT - None
HOUSING AUTHORITY CONSENT CALENDAR
A motion was made by Member Martinez, seconded by Vice Chair McQueen-Legohn, to approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 1 - 2, as presented.
Motion passed 5-0-2 as follows:
AYES: Brown, Hernandez, Martinez, McQueen-Legohn, Perez NOES: None; ABSENT: Blackwell, Gama; ABSTAIN: None
Authority Members:
1. Minutes
Approved the April 2, 2024, Housing Authority Regular Meeting Minutes.
2. Register of Disbursements
Received and filed the Housing Authority’s register of disbursements for the period of March 23, 2024 through April 25, 2024.
HOUSING AUTHORITY PUBLIC HEARING
3. 2024-2025 Public Housing Annual Plan
Recommendation: Adopt a resolution entitled, “A Resolution of the Housing Authority of the City of Port Hueneme, California, approving the fiscal year (FY) 2024-2025 Public Housing Annual Plan”.
Authority Clerk Alvarez affirmed the proof of publication and a complete set of reports and exhibits were on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
Housing and Facilities Director Gabby Basua presented the staff report.
The public hearing was opened at 7:01 p.m.
There were no public comments.
The public hearing was closed at 7:01 p.m.
A motion was made by Member Hernandez, seconded by Vice Chair McQueen-Legohn, to adopt Resolution No. 570 entitled, “A Resolution of the Housing Authority of the City of Port Hueneme, California, approving the fiscal year (FY) 2024-2025 Public Housing Annual Plan".
Motion passed 5-0-2 by roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Brown, Martinez, Hernandez, McQueen-Legohn, Perez NOES: None; ABSENT: Blackwell, Gama; ABSTAIN: None
HOUSING AUTHORITY BUSINESS ITEMS -None.
AUTHORITY MEMBERS’ REPORTS, COMMENTS, & REQUESTS FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Member Martinez commented regarding Member Blackwell.
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ADJOURNMENT OF THE PORT HUENEME HOUSING AUTHORITY
The Port Hueneme Housing Authority adjourned at 7:03 p.m. to the next regular meeting scheduled for June 3, 2024, at 6:30 p.m.
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RECONVENE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
Mayor Perez reconvened the City Council Regular Meeting at 7:03 p.m.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST and LEVINE ACT DISCLOSURES - None
CONSENT CALENDAR
City Manager James Vega requested to pull Item No. 10 - Authorization to Issue a Request for a Bid (RFB) for Hueneme Beach Concrete Walkway Replacement from the Consent Calendar to reconfigure the schedule to lessen the impact on the community and bring it back at the next City Council meeting.
A motion was made by Councilmember Martinez, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern McQueenLegohn, to pull Consent Calendar Item No. 10, and approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 7 - 9 and 11 - 13, as presented.
Motion passed 4-0-1 as follows:
AYES: Hernandez, Martinez, McQueen-Legohn, Perez
NOES: None; ABSENT: Gama; ABSTAIN: None
City Council:
7. Minutes
Approved the April 15, 2024, City Council Regular Meeting Minutes.
8. Register of Disbursements
Received and filed the City’s register of disbursements for the period of April 6, 2024 through April 25, 2024.
9. Treasurer’s Quarterly Investment Report-March 31, 2024 Received and filed the March 31, 2024 Treasurer’s Report as presented.
11. Authorization to Purchase Debris Collector for Landscape Maintenance Approved the purchase of a debris collector called the Xtreme Vac Tow Behind Leaf Loader, which will be utilized for landscape maintenance for $95,503.74, utilizing a cooperative purchasing agreement through Sourcewell Contract No. #031121-ODB.
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12. Hueneme Road Water Main Project Budget
Authorized a budget adjustment moving funds from the Cross Base Waterline project to the Hueneme Road Water Main project in the amount of $100,000.
13. Acceptance of Donation: (3) United States Flags and Flag Pole Kits from the Ventura Downtown Lions Club
Authorized the City Manager to accept a donation of 3 United States flags and flag pole kits from the Ventura Downtown Lions Club to be placed at the pier for holiday ceremonies and events.
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM PULLED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR
10. Authorization to Issue a Request for Bid (RFB) for Hueneme Beach Concrete Walkway Replacement
Recommendation: Authorize soliciting a Request for Bids (RFB) to repair or replace damaged concrete walkways at Hueneme Beach.
This item was pulled from the Consent Calendar to be brought back at the next meeting.
PUBLIC HEARINGS - None
BUSINESS ITEMS
14. Adoption of a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Port Hueneme, California, Establishing an Outdoor Flagpole Display Policy which Includes the Pride Flag for the Month of June
Recommendation: Adopt a resolution entitled, “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Port Hueneme, California, establishing an outdoor flagpole display policy” which includes the implementation of Council direction to display the Pride Flag for the month of June.
City Manager Vega presented the report. Comments and questions followed.
Public comments were submitted via email and read by City Clerk Alvarez by the following:
• Jasmine Duron
• Jeffrey Scarberry
Questions and comments followed.
A motion was made by Councilmember Martinez, seconded by Councilmember Hernandez, to adopt Resolution No. 4486 entitled, “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Port Hueneme, California, establishing an outdoor flagpole display policy” which includes the implementation of Council direction to display the Pride Flag for the month of June.
Motion passed 4-0-1 as follows:
AYES: Hernandez, Martinez, McQueen-Legohn, Perez
NOES: None; ABSENT: Gama; ABSTAIN: None
15. Fiscal Year (FY) 24/25 Budget Preparation: Sales Tax Review: Hinderliter, De Llamas and Associates (HdL) Sales Tax Update Presentation
Recommendation: Review and file the sales tax presentation provided by HdL.
CC & HA Regular Meeting Minutes -May 6, 2024, Page 6 of 9 City Manager Vega provided a brief introduction. HdL Companies Director of Client Services Bobby Young gave a presentation on sales tax trends. Questions followed. There was no vote taken as no action was needed.
16. Review of City of Port Hueneme Legislative Platform Recommendation: Review the City's Legislative Platform, consider amendments and adopt a revised document that will provide guidance and allow staff to advocate for City programs and priorities in the coming year.
Deputy City Manager presented the report. Questions followed. There were no public comments. Councilmember Hernandez suggested amendments.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern McQueen-Legohn, seconded by Councilmember Martinez, to adopt the Legislative Platform with the following amendments:
• Section I. General Governance - subsection 2.b. Worker’s Compensation o Delete the following language “creating a disincentive for those that do not return to available modified duty on alternate positions.”
• Section II. Local Government Finance - subsection 1 a. Fiscal Responsibility o Add language for disaster response as follows: Support full cost reimbursement to City for all Federal, State and County mandated programs “including costs associated with disaster response”.
• Section II. Local Government Finance - subsection 1,h. Fiscal Responsibility o Add the following language “h. Support legislation that ensures that there is the opportunity for meaningful public comment and input from residents and businesses regarding all proposed utility rate changes.” • Section III. Public Protection - subsection 1 f. Crime o Add the following language “but not limited to” adult entertainment facilities, problem alcohol establishments, and properties where illegal drugs are sold. • Section III. Public Protection - subsection 2.c. Drugs o Add the following language “in alignment with federal and state guidelines” with regard to legislation that supports local government’s ability to deploy anti-opiate medication and replace the word “community” with “situation” • Section III. Public Protection
o Add a new subsection to support legislation that advances emergency preparedness and response capabilities
• Section X. The Arts, Cultural Resources, Historic Preservation 1 a. The Arts o Reword to “Support legislation for continued State funding that recognizes the importance of local arts, cultural preservation, and historic preservation, in enhancing a community’s quality of life.”
Motion passed 4-0-1 as follows:
AYES: Hernandez, Martinez, McQueen-Legohn, Perez
NOES: None; ABSENT: Gama; ABSTAIN: None
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS AND REPORTS
City Manager Vega provided comments and reports regarding the following topics:
• Upcoming Council meeting topics
COUNCILMEMBERS’ REPORTS AND COMMENTS
Council provided comments and reports regarding the following topics:
Councilmember Martinez: None.
Councilmember Gama: Absent.
CC & HA Regular Meeting Minutes - May 6, 2024, Page 7 of 9 Councilmember Hernandez:
• Committee meeting attendance
• Thanked many individuals for their participation and support in the following events:
Grocery Outlet ribbon cutting ceremony; Pedro Valdez memorial, Ventura County Library Foundation Rising from Ashes fundraiser, and Earth Day
• Attended the League of United Latin American Citizens statewide conference - deportation of military veterans
• Participated in a panel for murdered and missing indigenous women • Upcoming Annual Sand Summit
• Upcoming Mural Committee meeting and mural project update Mayor Pro Tern McQueen-Legohn:
• Gold Coast Transit District (GCTD) - free fare days; dump the pump; adjustment rate changes; route changes; hiring; transportation
• Museum Committee meetings and museum opening update
• Attended Take 5 and Read to Kids Kick-Off Breakfast at Cal State Channel Islands • Attended the Port of Hueneme’s 11th Annual World Trade Week event Mayor Perez:
• Attended Take 5 and Read to Kids at Sunkist Elementary • Mental Health Awareness Month - attending wellness fairs throughout the county • Boys and Girls Club Breakfast
• Attending Navy League Channel Islands Lunch to present a Seabee of the Year certificate • Attended all committee meetings, nothing to report
• Upcoming All Children Thrive Equity Advisory Group meeting • Attended 9
th Annual Sergeant Ron Helus Ride for the Blue
Councilmember Hernandez:
• Thanked Hueneme Elementary for the display of artwork in the Council Chamber
REQUEST FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Councilmember Hernandez:
1. Noted pending requests regarding a climate change presentation and an update to the Council Policies and Procedures manual; and requested that the Council Policies and Procedures update include the role of alternates.
Mayor Perez:
1. Requested an item be added to a future Council agenda to consider the POW/MIA flag which includes research of what's appropriate for when it should be flown, seconded by Councilmember Hernandez. Motion passed, 4-0-1 (Councilmember Gama absent).
2. Thanked City Attorney Joan Smyth and invited Ms. Smyth to introduce herself.
ADJOURNMENT
The City Council adjourned at 8:32 p.m. to its next regular meeting scheduled for Monday, May 20, 2024, at 6:30 p.m.
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