CITY Op
^PORT*
1 UENEM CITY OF PORT HUENEME
City Council Regular Meeting Minutes
Housing Authority Special Meeting Minutes i<L
July 15, 2024
Port Hueneme City Hall
250 North Ventura Road, Port Hueneme, CA 93041
5:30 PM Closed Session | 6:30 PM
The following information was provided to the public on how to participate at this meeting:
Watch Meetings Live or On-Demand
Official City Page: https://porthuenemeca.suiteonemedia.com YouTube: https://www.voutube.eom/@citvofporthuenemeqov
Public Comments
Public comments may be submitted in person or in writing.
In-Person: Complete a speaker request card located at the entrance of the Council Chamber and give it to the City/Authority Clerk. Your name will be called when it is your turn to speak. Public Comment is limited to 3 minutes per speaker, unless for good cause, the Mayor/Chair amends the time limit. A speaker’s time may not be transferred to another speaker.
Written: All written public comments shall be no more than 500 words and are subject to the Public Records Act. Written comments should be submitted to the City/Authority Clerk by 5:00 p m. on the day of the City Council/Housing Authority meeting by email or directly to the City/Authority Clerk’s Office. Email clerk@citvofporthueneme orq and enter “City Council (or Housing Authority) Public Comment” in the Subject line (and agenda item number if applicable). Mail or drop off written comments to the City Clerk’s Office located at 250 N. Ventura Road, Port Hueneme, CA 93041. Please clearly mark envelope with “City Council (or Housing Authority) Public Comment and meeting date’’.
Translation Services
Use of a Translator
* The City shall provide a translator if one is requested by a member of the public with a 48-hour advance notice. If a 48-hour advance notice is not provided, the member of the public may provide their own translator. To request a translator, please contact [email protected]. * Per California Government Code 54954.3, if an individual utilizes a translator during Public Statements, the legislative body of a local agency shall provide at least twice the allotted time to a member of the public who utilizes a translator to ensure that non-English speakers receive the same opportunity to directly address the legislative body of a local agency.
* If the City provides a translator or translation equipment that allows for the simultaneous translation of the testimony, then no additional time shall be granted.
Uso de traductor
* La Ciudad proporcionara un traductor si un miembro del publico lo solicita con un aviso de 48 horas de anticipacion. Si no se avisa con 48 horas de anticipacion, el publico podra proporcionar su propio traductor.
Para solicitar un traductor, comuni'quese con [email protected].
CC Regular Meeting & HA Special Meeting Minutes - July 15, 2024, Page 1 of 12 * 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.
* Si la Ciudad proporciona un traductor o equipo de traduccion que permita la traduccion simultanea del testimonio, entonces no se concedera tiempo adicional.
Americans with Disabilities Act
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, contact the office of the city clerk at (805) 986-6503 or [email protected]. Notice 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the city to make reasonable arrangements to allow participation in this meeting.
Levine Act Disclaimer
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. 5:30 PM -CITY COUNCIL CLOSED SESSION AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Perez called the closed session meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmembers Steven A. Gama, Laura D. Hernandez, Roberto “Bobby” Martinez; Mayor Pro Tern Martha R. McQueen-Legohn; Mayor Misty Perez
Absent: None
PUBLIC COMMENT -None
CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
City Attorney Joan Smyth read the closed session items into record.
A. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION
Position: City Attorney
Authority: Government Code Section 54957(b)(1)
CONFLICT OF INTEREST DISCLOSURES - None
RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Perez recessed to the closed session meeting at 5:31 p.m.
CC Regular Meeting & HA Special Meeting Minutes - July 15, 2024, Page 2 of 12 6:30 P.M. 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 Steven A. Gama, Laura D. Hernandez, Roberto “Bobby” Martinez; Mayor Pro Tern Martha R. McQueen-Legohn; Mayor Misty Perez
Absent: None
INSPIRATION
Given by Councilmember Gama
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Joan Smyth provided the closed session report indicating no reportable action.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Public comments were provided in person by the following:
• David Scrivner
• Karen Meyer
• Shelia Johnson
• Mary Gallegos
• Cindy Godinez
• Ron Meyer
• Steve Totten
• Carolyn Guillot
• Gloria Massey Chinea
• Jacqueline Dougherty
• Walter Davidson
• Greg Ross
• Stacy Lange
• Dulce Setterfield
Public comments were submitted via email and read by City Clerk Georgianna Alvarez by the following:
• Mark Savalla
AGENDA APPROVAL FOR CITY COUNCIL
City Council Agenda Approval
A motion was made by Councilmember Gama, seconded by Councilmember Martinez, and passed unanimously to approve the City Council Agenda of July 15, 2024.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST and LEVINE ACT DISCLOSURES - None
RECESS THE CITY COUNCIL MEETNG AND CALL TO ORDER THE HOUSING AUTHORITY
SPECIAL MEETING
Mayor/Chair Perez recessed the City Council Meeting and called to order the Housing Authority Special meeting at 7:15 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Present: Port Hueneme Housing Authority Members Johnny Brown, Robert Blackwell, Steven A.
Gama, Laura D. Hernandez, and Roberto “Bobby” Martinez; Vice Chair Martha R. McQueenLegohn, and Chair Misty Perez. Absent: None CC Regular Meeting & HA Special Meeting Minutes - July 15, 2024, Page 3 of 12 HOUSING AUTHORITY PUBLIC COMMENT - None
HOUSING AUTHORITY CONSENT CALENDAR
A motion was made by Member Hernandez, seconded by Member Gama, to approve the Consent Calendar as presented.
Motion passed 7-0 as follows:
AYES: Blackwell, Brown, Gama, Hernandez, Martinez, McQueen-Legohn, Perez NOES: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None
Authority Members:
1. Minutes
Approved the May 6, 2024, Housing Authority Regular Meeting Minutes.
2. Register of Disbursements
Received and filed the Housing Authority’s register of disbursements for the period of April 26, 2024 through July 2, 2024.
3. Housing Assistance Payment Budget Appropriation for Fiscal Year 2023-24 Approved an appropriation of $1.2 million to cover the increase in both revenue and expense for Fiscal Year 2023-24 for the Housing Choice Voucher Program (HCV).
Funding for this appropriation is reimbursed by HUD- held reserves.
HOUSING AUTHORITY BUSINESS ITEMS -None
AUTHORITY MEMBERS’ REPORTS, COMMENTS, & REQUESTS FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS -None
ADJOURNMENT OF THE PORT HUENEME HOUSING AUTHORITY
The Port Hueneme Housing Authority adjourned at 7:16 p.m. to the next regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, September 3, 2024, at 6:30 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted:
uKGporgiannaf Nicole Alvare
Authority Clerk
Approved thbs 7
th day of October, 2024:
Misty-Perez, Chair
RECONVENE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
Mayor Perez reconvened the City Council Regular Meeting at 7:16 p.m.
PRESENTATIONS
4. Certificate of Recognition Presented to Police Officer Anthony Martinez in Recognition of Receiving the Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) Award CC Regular Meeting & HA Special Meeting Minutes - July 15, 2024, Page 4 of 12 Police Chief Federico provided a brief overview and presented Police Officer Anthony Martinez with a Certificate of Recognition for having received the MADD Award.
Introduction of Community Services Officer Jessica Baca Police Chief Michael Federico provided a brief bio and introduced new Community Services Officer Jessica Baca.
5. Regional Climate Action Planning - Ventura County Collaborations Presentation by Ventura County Regional Energy Alliance (VCREA)
Ventura County Sustainability Division Program Administrator Victor Briones gave a presentation on the County’s regional climate action planning efforts and collaborations formed throughout the process.
6. 7. Update on Bubbling Springs Park Project
Housing and Facilities Director Gabby Basua provided an update on the Bubbling Springs Park Project.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilmember Gama requested to pull Consent Calendar Item Nos. 11, 13, 16, and 19; Councilmember Hernandez requested to pull Consent Calendar Item No. 10; and Mayor Pro Tern McQueen-Legohn requested to pull Consent Calendar Item No. 14.
A motion was made by Councilmember Martinez, seconded by Councilmember Gama, to pull Consent Calendar Item Nos. 10, 11, 13, 14, 16, 19, and approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 8, 9, 12, 15, 17, and 18, as presented.
Motion passed 5-0 as follows:
AYES: Gama, Hernandez, Martinez, McQueen-Legohn, Perez
NOES: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None
City Council:
8. Minutes
Approved the July 1, 2024, City Council Regular Meeting Minutes.
9. Register of Disbursements
Received and filed the City’s register of disbursements for the period of June 21, 2024 through July 2, 2024.
12. Approval of Letters of Support for Senate Bill 1053 and Assembly Bill 2236 Regarding Solid Waste: Reusable Grocery Bags: Standards: Plastic Film Prohibition Approved the letters of support for Senate Bill 1053 and Assembly Bill 2236, and authorized the Mayor to sign the letters.
Award of Contract to Sweeping Corporation of America. LLC (SCA) for City-Wide Street Sweeping Services
1. Awarded a 3-year contract (with options for two 1-year extensions) to SCA the lowest responsive and responsible bidder to a notice inviting bids for services entitled:
Citywide Street Sweeping Services Specification No. PW 3502-25-30;
2. Authorized the City Manager to execute the contract with SCA;
15. CC Regular Meeting & HA Special Meeting Minutes - July 15, 2024, Page 5 of 12
3. Authorized expenditures of $312,975.60 for FY 24-25 plus a contract contingency notto-exceed $31,297.56 (10%) for special events and unforeseen conditions, for a total FY 2024-25 not-to-exceed amount of $344,273.16; and
4. Authorized an increase to the contract each fiscal year so as not to exceed the annual Consumer Price Index (CPI) for all urban consumers in the Los Angeles, Riverside, and Orange counties.
17. Award of Contract to Pavement Coatings Co. for the Channel Islands Blvd Westbound Direction Pavement Rehabilitation Project; Project No. 2024-06
1. Awarded a Construction Contract to Pavement Coatings Co. for the Channel Islands Blvd Westbound Direction Pavement Rehabilitation Project for the bid amount of $318,997.68;
2. Authorized a Ten (10) Percent Construction Contingency for $31,899.77; and
3. Authorized the City Manager to Execute all Applicable Documents.
18. Waiver of Fees Associated with Sister City Committee Use of Community Center Classroom for Sister City Visit by Puerto Vallarta Representatives Adopted Resolution No. 4506, a resolution waiving fees associated with the Sister City Committee’s use of a classroom at the Orvene Carpenter Community Center on Tuesday, August 6 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. for the Sister City visit by Puerto Vallarta representatives.
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM(S) PULLED FOR DISCUSSION
10. Co-Sponsorship of Pickleball Tournament at Moranda Park Organized by Recreation, Education, Arts & Culture in Hueneme (REACH)
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 4505, a Resolution approving the City’s cosponsorship of REACH’S 2-Day Pickleball Tournament at Moranda Park on August 24 and 25, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Councilmember Hernandez clarified for the record that REACH’S legal name is Recreation, Education, Activities & Culture in Hueneme. City Manager James Vega indicated he’d confirm with REACH.
A motion was made by Councilmember Hernandez, seconded by Councilmember Gama to approve Consent Calendar item No. 10, as presented.
Motion passed 5-0 as follows:
AYES: Gama, Hernandez, Martinez, McQueen-Legohn, Perez
NOES: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None
11. Response To Grand Jury Report Titled. Linking First Responders - Ventura County Regional Radio System
Recommendation: Approve the response letter to the Ventura County Grand Jury and authorize the Mayor to sign the letter
City Manager James Vega provided a brief summary of the report. Comments followed.
A motion was made by Councilmember Gama, seconded by Councilmember Hernandez to approve Consent Calendar item No. 11, as presented.
Motion passed 5-0 as follows:
AYES: Gama, Hernandez, Martinez, McQueen-Legohn, Perez
NOES: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None
CC Regular Meeting & HA Special Meeting Minutes -July 15, 2024, Page 6 of 12
13. Authorization of Staff Support for the 2024 California Coastal Cleanup Day Recommendation: Authorize an estimated 40 hours of staff time and up to $1,500 for supplies/materials to support the 2024 California Coastal Cleanup Day, and authorize Councilmembers Gama and Hernandez to continue to serve as City Representatives as part of California Coastal Cleanup Day.
City Manager James Vega provided a brief summary of the report. Comments followed.
A motion was made by Councilmember Gama, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern McQueenLegohn, to approve Consent Calendar item No. 13, as presented.
Motion passed 5-0 as follows:
AYES: Gama, Hernandez, Martinez, McQueen-Legohn, Perez
NOES: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None
14. Authorization to Enter into a Contract with Data Ticket, Inc, for Collection Services on Delinquent Accounts
Recommendation: Authorize staff to enter into a contract with Data Ticket, Inc to provide revenue collection services on delinquent accounts with Data Ticket, Inc. at a rate of 25% of revenue collected.
City Manager James Vega answered clarifying questions.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern McQueen-Legohn, seconded by Councilmember Gama, to approve Consent Calendar item No. 14, as presented.
Motion passed 5-0 as follows:
AYES: Gama, Hernandez, Martinez, McQueen-Legohn, Perez
NOES: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None
16. Award of Contract to BSN Construction, Inc., for the Hueneme Beach Park Walkway Replacement and Swinqset Walkway and Pad Project
Recommendation:
1. Award a Construction Contract to BSN Construction, Inc., for the Hueneme Beach Walkway Replacement and Swingset Walkway and Pad Project for the base bid amount of $252,010.00;
2. Authorize a Ten (10) Percent Construction Contingency for $25,201.00;
3. Authorize a reallocation of funds from ST2404 Citywide Parking Lots Capital Improvement Project to this project; and
4. Authorize the City Manager to Execute all Applicable Documents.
Principal Engineer Charles Cable provided a brief update and answered clarifying questions. City Manager James Vega provided additional input.
A motion was made by Councilmember Gama, seconded by Councilmember Hernandez to approve Consent Calendar item No. 16, as presented.
Motion passed 5-0 as follows:
AYES: Gama, Hernandez, Martinez, McQueen-Legohn, Perez
NOES: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None
19. 2024 Annual Hueneme Hero Award
Recommendation: Approve the Citizen Advisory Commission (CAC) recommendation to recognize Kevin Brannon and George Moghadam as the recipients of the 2024 Hueneme Hero Award.
CC Regular Meeting & HA Special Meeting Minutes - July 15, 2024, Page 7 of 12 Councilmember Gama and Councilmember Hernandez provided comments.
A motion was made by Councilmember Gama, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern McQueenLegohn, to approve Consent Calendar item No. 19, as presented.
Motion passed 5-0 as follows:
AYES: Gama, Hernandez, Martinez, McQueen-Legohn, Perez
NOES: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None
PUBLIC HEARINGS
20. Adopt a Resolution Granting Special Use Permit No. 08-24 to Allow the City of Port Hueneme to Host the Hueneme Beach Festival with Ancillary Live Entertainment Stages, a Sandcastle Competition, a Youth Wrestling Tournament, Food and Vendor Booths, an Arts and Crafts Area, a Carnival. Alcohol Booths, and Find the Event Exempt from CEQA 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. 08-24 (Hueneme Beach Festival); and
4. Find the project (Special Use Permit No. 08-24) to be categorically exempt from CEQA; and
5. Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
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.
Associate Planner Jose Coyotl and Property & Evidence Supervisor Frank Montelongo presented the report. Questions and comments followed.
The public hearing was opened at 8:27 p.m.
Public comment was submitted in person by the following:
• Dulce Setterfield
City Manager James Vega provided comment. The public hearing was closed at 8:32 p.m.
A motion was made by Councilmember Gama, seconded by Councilmember Martinez, to:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 4507, a Resolution approving Special Use Permit No. 08-24 (Hueneme Beach Festival); and
2. Find the project (Special Use Permit No. 08-24) to be categorically exempt from CEQA; and
3. 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
21. Adopt a Resolution Granting Special Use Permit No. 09-24 to Allow the City of Port Hueneme to Host the Hueneme Summer Beach Run with Ancillary Beachside Sporting Activity Stations. Food Trucks, Vendors, and Live Entertainment, and Find the Event Exempt from CEQA
CC Regular Meeting & HA Special Meeting Minutes - July 15, 2024, Page 8 of 12 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. 09-24 (Hueneme Summer Fun Run); and
4 Find the project (Special Use Permit No. 09-24) to be categorically exempt from CEQA; and
5. Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
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.
Associate Planner Jose Coyotl and Recreation and Community Services Manager Anna Hanely presented the report. Questions followed.
The public hearing was opened at 8:43 p.m.
Public comment was submitted in person by the following:
• Dulce Setterfield
City Manager James Vega provided comment. The public hearing was closed at 8:47 p.m.
A motion was made by Councilmember Martinez, seconded by Councilmember Gama, to:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 4508, a Resolution approving Special Use Permit No. 09-24 (Hueneme Summer Fun Run); and
2. Find the project (Special Use Permit No. 09-24) to be categorically exempt from CEQA; and
3. Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
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
22. Approval of Mural Design -Continued Discussion
Recommendation: Consider the revised draft mural design and authorize the Mural Committee to move forward with coordinating public outreach for further input on the mural design and bring a final design back for City Council consideration at their September 3, 2024 meeting.
Community and Economic Development Director Tony Stewart presented the report.
Questions and comments followed. Denise Sindelar, OPAC team representative, provided additional input.
Public comments were submitted via email and read by City Clerk Georgianna Alvarez by the following:
• Lyla Ortega
Discussion followed. Councilmember Gama called a point of order which was not identified at this point. Councilmember Hernandez requested that she not be interrupted and allowed to finish her thought.
CC Regular Meeting & HA Special Meeting Minutes - July 15, 2024, Page 9 of 12 A recommendation was made by Councilmember Hernandez to consider the revised draft mural design and authorize the mural committee to move forward with coordinating public outreach and to include the five appointees who are members of the subcommittee.
Questions followed.
Mayor Pro Tern McQueen-Legohn stated for the record that she does not have a problem with the mural and making adjustments to the mural, and then expressed her concerns with receiving community input at this point in the process.
City Attorney Joan Smyth returned to Councilmember Gama for his point of order.
Councilmember Gama indicated that his understanding was that the 5 people appointed by Council would be the driving force behind the mural project, which he supported, and then questioned Councilmember Hernandez in response to her comments about who exactly was involved from the Library and Friends of the Library. Councilmember Hernandez called a point of order stating that Councilmember Gama’s point of order was not a point of order and requested that City Attorney Joan Smyth step in at this point. City Attorney Joan Smyth allowed Councilmember Gama to continue with his point of order.
Councilmember Gama expressed his confidence in the five people that Council appointed to lead the project and his disappointment in learning that they did not lead the project, they were left out of the decision making, and they were not shown the final design.
Councilmember Gama further expressed that he would like the five members appointed by Council to be the drivers of the project. (At the September 3, 2024, City Council meeting, City Attorney Joan Smyth corrected for the record that she incorrectly sustained Councilmember Gama’s point of order when it should have been overruled.) Questions and discussion followed.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern McQueen-Legohn, seconded by Councilmember Gama, to move forward with the process, to include the subcommittee outreach and feedback for further input on the mural design, and bring a final design back to Council at the September 3, 2024, Council meeting. City Manager James Vega clarified that the subcommittee is the five people appointed by Council, that staff will not being go back for public input, but the Council may speak to their respective appointee on the subcommittee and suggest they reach out to the public and receive feedback from them in the meantime.
Comments followed.
Motion passed 5-0 as follows:
AYES: Gama, Hernandez, Martinez, McQueen-Legohn, Perez
NOES: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None
23. Proposed First Amendment to Employment Agreement for City Manager Recommendation: Approve the proposed First Amendment to City Manager James Vega’s Employment Agreement and authorize the Mayor to execute the amendment upon council approval. The amendment includes a five percent (5%) merit adjustment based upon performance and 4% cost-of-living-adjustment. This action will bring the City Manager’s base salary from $239,000 to $260,998.
Human Resources Manager Frank Lee presented the report. Comments followed. There were no public comments.
A motion was made by Councilmember Hernandez, seconded by Councilmember Martinez, to approve the First Amendment to City Manager James Vega’s Employment Agreement and authorize the Mayor to execute the amendment upon council approval.
CC Regular Meeting & HA Special Meeting Minutes -July 15, 2024, Page 10 of 12 The amendment includes a five percent (5%) merit adjustment based upon performance and 4% cost-of-living-adjustment. This action will bring the City Manager’s base salary from $239,000 to $260,998.
Comments followed.
Motion passed 5-0 as follows:
AYES: Gama, Hernandez, Martinez, McQueen-Legohn, Perez
NOES: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None
24. Adoption of Economic Development Plan
Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution entitled, “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Port Hueneme, California, adopting the Port Hueneme Economic Development Plan".
PFM Consultants Bill Fulton and Ellen Ramage provided an overview of the Economic Development Plan. Questions followed.
Public comments were provided in person by the following:
• Letitia Austin
A recommendation was made by Councilmember Hernandez, to delay adoption of the resolution at this time providing enough time for stakeholder input. Discussion followed.
A motion was made by Councilmember Gama, seconded by Councilmember Martinez, to adopt Resolution No. 4509, a Resolution entitled, “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Port Hueneme, California, adopting the Port Hueneme Economic Development Plan”.
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:
• July -Parks and Recreation Month
• Port Hueneme Historical Museum Reopening
• Movie Night at Hueneme Beach
• Yoga at Moranda Park
• Reminder -Council is dark in August
• Upcoming Events in Hueneme
COUNCILMEMBERS’ REPORTS AND COMMENTS
Council provided comments and reports regarding the following topics:
Councilmember Martinez:
• Upcoming Sister City Committee Meeting; thanks to City Attorney for assistance with filing the nonprofit; upcoming visit from Puerto Vallarta Sister City Committee • REACH pickleball tournament
• 3pt basketball contest
Councilmember Gama:
• Upcoming Beach, Erosion, Authority for Clean Oceans and Nourishment (BEACON) meeting
CC Regular Meeting & HA Special Meeting Minutes -July 15, 2024, Page 11 of 12 • Hueneme Beach cleanup and Copa Cabana Beach Soccer
• Electric bikes and scooters
Councilmember Hernandez:
• Attended Ventura Council of Governments (VCOG) meeting • Attended AWA meeting
• Port Hueneme Historical Museum Reopening and suggested that the Museum Committee ask the Police Department to put the lighted sign on the corner of Ventura Rd. and Hueneme Rd. to announce the Museum is open to draw more visitors • Attended various legislative briefings; and thanked City Manager James Vega and staff for their efforts in supporting the City’s legislative platform Mayor Pro Tern McQueen-Legohn:
• Regional Defense Partnership (RDP) meeting absence due to travel • Gold Coast Transit District (GCTD) new fares now in place and new bus book • Attending Ventura Regional Sanitation District (VRSD) Special meeting • Port Hueneme Historical Museum Reopening
• All other Committee meetings are on hiatus
Mayor Perez:
• All Committee meetings are currently dark
• Happy Birthday shout out to Jean Marshall
REQUEST FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS -None
ADJOURNMENT
The City Council adjourned at 10:24 p.m. to its next regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday September 3, 2024, at 6:30 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted:
\At\ JU£L
Nicole Alvarez M
Approved this 16th day of September, 2024:
Ma/tha R. McQueen-Legohn, M
^
yqr Pro Tern
CC Regular Meeting & HA Special Meeting Minutes -July 15, 2024, Page 12 of 12