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Monday, September 16, 2024
Port Hueneme City Hall
250 North Ventura Road, Port Hueneme, CA 93041
6:30 PM
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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 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 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 Clerk by 5:00 p.m. on the day of the City Council meeting by email or directly to the City Clerk’s Office. Email [email protected] and enter “City Council 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 “Public Comment and meeting date".
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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, comum'quese con [email protected].
CC Regular Meeting Minutes -September 16, 2024, Page 1 of 7 * 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.
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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 seqbefore 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 Pro Tem McQueen-Legohn 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 Tem Martha R. McQueen-Legohn
Absent: Mayor Misty Perez
INSPIRATION
Given by Councilmember Martinez
PUBLIC COMMENT
Public comments were provided in person by the following:
• Greg Ross
AGENDA APPROVAL FOR CITY COUNCIL
City Council Agenda
A motion was made by Councilmember Hernandez, seconded by Councilmember Martinez, and passed 4-0-1 (Perez Absent) to approve the City Council Agenda of September 16, 2024.
CC Regular Meeting Minutes - September 16, 2024, Page 2 of 7 CONFLICT OF INTEREST and LEVINE ACT DISCLOSURES -None
PRESENTATIONS
National Suicide Prevention Month Proclamation
Mayor Pro Tem McQueen-Legohn read the proclamation into record, recognizing Suicide Prevention Month and encouraged the community to spread awareness for this important cause. Maya Zumaya, provider for the Ventura County Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Suicide Prevention Program provided information about the program.
1. 2. Banana Festival Proclamation
Councilmember Martinez read the proclamation into record and encouraged the community to “go bananas” at the Port of Hueneme Banana Festival and celebrate the diverse working Port; and presented it to Port of Hueneme Oxnard Harbor District Community Outreach Manager Miguel Rodriguez.
3. Community Action Program Presentation presented by Community Action of Ventura County
Community Action of Ventura County Executive Director Susy Lopez-Garcia gave a presentation about Community Action of Ventura County and highlighted the programs offered. Development Coordinator Catalina Solis invited the community to an upcoming Community Action event, Year in Review.
Emergency Preparedness & 9/11 Proclamation
Councilmember Hernandez read the proclamation into record, proclaiming the month of September 2024 as Emergency Preparedness Month in the City of Port Hueneme, and encouraged all residents, businesses, and organizations to participate in preparedness activities and contribute to building a more resilient Port Hueneme. Councilmember Hernandez and City Manager James Vega informed the community about an upcoming Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training.
4. CONSENT CALENDAR
A motion was made by Councilmember Martinez, seconded by Councilmember Hernandez, to approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 5 -9, as presented.
Motion passed 4-0-1 as follows:
AYES: Gama, Hernandez, Martinez, McQueen-Legohn
NOES: None; ABSENT: Perez; ABSTAIN: None
City Council:
5. Minutes
Approved the July 15, 2024, City Council Regular Meeting Minutes which included amendments requested at the September 3, 2024, City Council Meeting.
6. Minutes
Approved the September 3, 2024, City Council Regular Meeting Minutes.
7. Register of Disbursements
Received and filed the City’s register of disbursements for the period of August 17, 2024 through September 10, 2024.
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8. Reduction of Park Permit Fees for Port Hueneme Little League Authorized the City Manager to approve a reduction of park permit fees for the Port Hueneme Little League’s use of Moranda Park during the 2024 Fall season while the Bubbling Springs Park Project is underway to ensure that this recreational opportunity remains available to the Port Hueneme community.
9. Appropriation of Unused Fiscal Year 2024 Funds Due to Delay in Receipt of Goods and Services
Approved net-zero impact budget appropriations in Fiscal Year 2024-25 for items originally budgeted in Fiscal Year 2023-24 that have not yet been received or completed.
PUBLIC HEARINGS - None
BUSINESS ITEMS
10. Award of Contract for Playground Equipment Design and Installation for the Bubbling Springs Park Renewal Project
Recommendation: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement, approved as to form by the City Attorney, with Great Western Recreation, LLC., for the Design, Furnishing and Installation of Playground Equipment and Surfacing for the Bubbling Springs Park Renewal Project.
City Manager James Vega provided a brief introduction. Recreation and Community Services Manager Anna Hanely presented the report. Questions followed. Tyler Kyriopoulos, President of Great Western Recreation, LLC, provided additional input.
Public comments were provided in person by the following:
• Ana Bolo
A motion was made by Councilmember Martinez, seconded by Councilmember Hernandez, to authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement, approved as to form by the City Attorney, with Great Western Recreation, LLC., for the Design, Furnishing and Installation of Playground Equipment and Surfacing for the Bubbling Springs Park Renewal Project. Comments followed.
Motion passed 4-0-1 as follows:
AYES: Gama, Hernandez, Martinez, McQueen-Legohn
NOES: None; ABSENT: Perez; ABSTAIN: None
11. Memorandum of Understanding with the California Joint Powers Insurance Authority to Perform Americans with Disabilities Act Related Inspections and Develop a Transition Plan
Recommendation:
1. Authorize the City Manager to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the California Joint Powers Insurance Authority (CJPIA), in an amount not to exceed $71,700, which includes a contingency of $3,400, to evaluate city facilities and programs for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance and develop an ADA Transition Plan.
2. Approve appropriations of $71,700 from various funds: $65,400 from General Fund, $3,150 Solid Waste, and $3,150 Water Fund. Of the $65,400 appropriation from the General Fund, $19,000 is available in the ADA compliance account and $46,400 will be from the unassigned balance.
CC Regular Meeting Minutes -September 16, 2024, Page 4 of 7 City Manager James Vega provided a brief introduction. Deputy City Manager Charles Peretz presented the report. Questions followed.
Public comment was submitted via email and read by City Clerk Georgianna Alvarez by the following:
• Jasmine Duron
A motion was made by Councilmember Martinez, seconded by Councilmember Hernandez, to:
1. Authorize the City Manager to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the California Joint Powers Insurance Authority (CJPIA), in an amount not to exceed $71,700, which includes a contingency of $3,400, to evaluate city facilities and programs for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance and develop an ADA Transition Plan.
2. Approve appropriations of $71,700 from various funds: $65,400 from General Fund, $3,150 Solid Waste, and $3,150 Water Fund. Of the $65,400 appropriation from the General Fund, $19,000 is available in the ADA compliance account and $46,400 will be from the unassigned balance.
Comments followed.
Motion passed 4-0-1 as follows:
AYES: Gama, Hernandez, Martinez, McQueen-Legohn
NOES: None; ABSENT: Perez; ABSTAIN: None
12. Approval of Mural Design - Continued Discussion
Recommendation: After considering the additional revisions suggested by the Mural SubCommittee Members in conjunction with those already suggested by the City Council and the Mural Committee, approve the draft mural design and authorize the Mural Committee to move forward with coordinating completion of the project.
City Manager James Vega provided a brief introduction. Community and Economic Development Director Tony Stewart presented the report. Questions followed.
Public comments were provided in person by the following:
• Miguel Rodriguez
Public comment was submitted via email and read by City Clerk Georgianna Alvarez by the following:
• Beverly M. Kelley
A motion was made by Councilmember Hernandez, seconded by Councilmember Gama, to approve the draft mural design and authorize the Mural Committee to move forward with coordinating completion of the project.
Comments followed including the possibility of a soft opening initially for the mural and then a grand opening when the Ray D. Prueter Library opens. In response to Councilmember Martinez, City Manager James Vega clarified that the motion authorizes the completion of the project to move forward and that there’s no specific motion for funding at this point. Comments followed.
Motion passed 4-0-1 as follows:
AYES: Gama, Hernandez, Martinez, McQueen-Legohn
NOES: None; ABSENT: Perez; ABSTAIN: None
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13. Memorandum of Understanding with the County of Ventura for a Regional Radio System Recommendation: Authorize a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the City of Port Hueneme and the County of Ventura for subscription to the County of Ventura Regional Radio System.
City Manager James Vega provided a brief introduction. Police Commander Albertson presented the report. Questions followed. There were no public comments.
A motion was made by Councilmember Martinez, seconded by Councilmember Gama, to authorize a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the City of Port Hueneme and the County of Ventura for subscription to the County of Ventura Regional Radio System. Comments followed.
Motion passed 4-0-1 as follows:
AYES: Gama, Hernandez, Martinez, McQueen-Legohn
NOES: None; ABSENT: Perez; ABSTAIN: None
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS AND REPORTS
City Manager James Vega provided comments and reports regarding the following topics:
• Hueneme Beach Festival
• Cookies with the City
• Coastal Cleanup Day
• Economic Development Collaborative of Ventura County -Free Event: Building a Strong Business Foundation
• Whale on Hueneme Beach
• Upcoming Council Meeting topics
COUNCILMEMBERS’ REPORTS AND COMMENTS
Council provided comments and reports regarding the following topics:
Councilmember Martinez:
• Business Workshops
• Pickleball Tournament
• Mexican Independence Day
• Sister City trip to Puerto Vallarta and upcoming Sister City Committee meeting Councilmember Gama:
• Pedestrian Safety efforts
• Councilmember Martinez’ inspiration poem
• Hueneme Beach cleanup and Coastal Cleanup Day
• Hueneme Beach Festival; marching band competition; Music, arts, and drama competition idea; wrestling
• Ventura Council of Governments (VCOG) Meeting
• Upcoming Beaches Erosion Authority for Clean Oceans and Nourishment (BEACON) Meeting
• Coastal Cleanup Day
Councilmember Hernandez:
• Coastal Cleanup Day
• Recognized the Port of Hueneme for Mural Project
• California State University, Channel Islands Site Authority meetings • Councilmember Responsibilities -Committee meetings
• Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) Transportation Committee CC Regular Meeting Minutes -September 16, 2024, Page 6 of 7 • SCAG Regional Policy Committee
• SCAG Legislative/Communications and Membership Committee meeting • FATHOMWERX Conference
• Happy Birthday to Ray D. Prueter
• Ojai Raptor Center fundraiser; Andrea Dransfield; whale on Hueneme Beach Mayor Pro Tern McQueen-Legohn:
• Attending monthly meetings
• Gold Coast Transit District (GCTD) ridership is up
• Traveling with Ventura County Transportation Committee (VCTC) to ADPT Conference • Coffee and Conversations with HOA
• Caltrans information
• Ventura County Regional Sanitation District (VCRSD)
Mayor Perez:
• Absent
REQUEST FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Councilmember Hernandez:
• Thanked Mayor Pro Tern McQueen-Legohn for the way she conducted the meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
The City Council adjourned at 8:29 p.m. to its next regular meeting scheduled for Monday October 7, 2024, at 6:30 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted:
itt Clerk
Approvedtthis 7
th day of October, 2024:
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