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Monday, December 16, 2024
Port Hueneme City Hall
250 North Ventura Road, Port Hueneme, CA 93041
6:30 PM
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 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”.
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 podr£ proporcionar su propio traductor.
Para solicitar un traductor, comumquese con [email protected].
CC Regular Meeting Minutes - December 16, 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.
* 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 of ten 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 Steven A. Gama, Laura D. Hernandez, Roberto “Bobby” Martinez; Mayor Pro Tern Martha R. McQueen-Legohn; Mayor Misty Perez
Absent: None
INSPIRATION
Given by Mayor Perez
PUBLIC COMMENT
Public comments were provided in person by the following:
• Jan Berk
• Luis Mendez
• Patricia LaPenn
• Thomas Fiala
• Dulce Setterfield
• Greg Ross
• Maria Elena Saldana-Aldana
• Gene Burse
CC Regular Meeting Minutes -December 16, 2024, Page 2 of 9 Public comments were submitted via email and read by City Clerk Georgianna Alvarez by the following:
Tamah Figg
Beverly Kelley
Amy Bruder
Lynn Haile
Joan Tharp
Guillermo R. Ceja Jr. on behalf of Laborers International Union of North America Local (LiUNA) 585 (comment rescinded)
Jeffrey Scarberry
Dave Rodriguez on behalf of Ventura County League of United Latin American Citizens
AGENDA APPROVAL FOR CITY COUNCIL
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
A motion was made by Councilmember Gama, seconded by Councilmember Hernandez and passed unanimously to approve the City Council Agenda of December 16, 2024.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST and LEVINE ACT DISCLOSURES - None
STATE OF THE CITY
1. STATE OF THE CITY 2024 PRESENTATION BY MAYOR MISTY PEREZ Mayor Perez gave a State of the City presentation, highlighting goals, projects, events and accomplishments for 2024.
ELECTION RESULTS
2. DECLARING RESULTS OF THE NOVEMBER 5 2024 MUNICIPAL GENERAL
ELECTION
Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution reciting the fact of the Municipal General Election held November 5, 2024 declaring the result and declaring such other matters as provided by law.
City Clerk Georgianna Alvarez presented the report. There were no public comments.
A motion was made by Councilmember Gama, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern McQueenLegohn, to adopt Resolution No. 4516, a Resolution reciting the fact of the Municipal General Election held November 5, 2024 declaring the result and declaring such other matters as provided by law. A question followed.
Motion passed 5-0, as follows:
AYES: Gama, Hernandez, Martinez, McQueen-Legohn, Perez
NOES: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None
PRESENTATIONS
3. HONOR AND RECOGNIZE OUTGOING 2024 COUNCILMEMBER BOBBY MARTINEZ City Manager James Vega honored and recognized outgoing Councilmember Bobby Martinez for his years of service and presented him with a token of appreciation. Council provided comments of appreciation, and various Ventura County dignitaries and elected officials presented outgoing Councilmember Martinez with certificates of recognition and comments recognizing his years of service.
CC Regular Meeting Minutes -December 16, 2024, Page 3 of 9
4. HONOR AND RECOGNIZE OUTGOING 2024 MAYOR PRO TEM MARTHA MCQUEENLEGOHN City Manager James Vega honored and recognized outgoing Mayor Pro Tem McQueenLegohn for her year of service as the 2024 Mayor Pro Tem and presented her with a token of appreciation. Council provided comments of appreciation, and various Ventura County dignitaries and elected officials presented outgoing Mayor Pro Tem McQueen-Legohn with certificates of recognition and comments recognizing her year of service as the 2024 Mayor Pro Tem.
5. HONOR AND RECOGNIZE OUTGOING 2024 MAYOR MISTY PEREZ
City Manager James Vega honored and recognized outgoing Mayor Perez for her year of service as the 2024 Mayor and presented her with a token of appreciation. Council provided comments of appreciation, and various Ventura County dignitaries and elected officials presented outgoing Mayor Perez with certificates of recognition and comments recognizing her year of service as the 2024 Mayor.
INSTALLATION OF OFFICERS
6. OATHS OF OFFICE AND INTRODUCTIONS FOR NEWLY-ELECTED
COUNCILMEMBERS
• Misty Perez
• Jesus “Jess” Lopez
City Manager James Vega introduced newly elected Councilmember Jess Lopez and invited him up for his oath of office. The ceremonial oath of office was administered by Mayra Campos. Councilmember Lopez took his seat at the dais. Comments followed.
City Manager James Vega invited up reelected Councilmember Misty Perez for her oath of office. The oath of office was administered by City Clerk Georgianna Alvarez.
Councilmember Perez took her seat at the dais. Comments followed.
RECESS THE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
Mayor Perez recessed the City Council meeting for a brief recess at 8:22 p.m.
RECONVENE THE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
Mayor Perez reconvened the City Council meeting at 8:38 p.m.
COUNCIL REORGANIZATION
7. ELECTION OF MAYOR
Mayor Perez opened the floor for nominations for Mayor. Councilmember Gama nominated Mayor Pro Tem McQueen-Legohn, seconded by Councilmember Hernandez.
Motion passed 5-0, as follows:
AYES: Gama, Hernandez, Lopez, Perez, McQueen-Legohn
NOES: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None
8. ELECTION OF MAYOR PRO TEM
City Clerk Georgianna Alvarez opened the floor for nominations for Mayor Pro Tem.
Councilmember Perez nominated Councilmember Gama, seconded by Councilmember Gama.
Motion failed, 2-3, by roll call vote, as follows:
AYES: Gama, Perez
NOES: Hernandez, Lopez, McQueen-Legohn; None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None CC Regular Meeting Minutes - December 16, 2024, Page 4 of 9 Mayor McQueen-Legohn nominated Councilmember Hernandez, seconded by Councilmember Lopez. Discussion followed. Mayor McQueen-Legohn rescinded her nomination of Councilmember Hernandez and nominated Councilmember Lopez.
Councilmember Hernandez seconded the nomination. Comments followed.
Motion passed 4-1, by roll call vote, as follows:
AYES: Lopez, Hernandez, Perez, McQueen-Legohn
NOES: Gama; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None
CONSENT CALENDAR
A motion was made by Councilmember Hernandez, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Lopez to approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 9 - 11, as presented.
Motion passed 5-0, as follows:
AYES: Gama, Hernandez, Perez, Lopez, McQueen-Legohn
NOES: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None
9. MINUTES
Approved the December 2, 2024, City Council Regular Meeting Minutes.
10. REGISTER OF DISBURSEMENTS
Received and filed the City’s register of disbursements for the period of November 25 2024 through December 8, 2024.
11. AUTHORIZATION FOR THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN A LETTER OF INTENT TO
PARTICIPATE IN THE COUNTY OF VENTURA MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN UPDATE 2027
Authorized the City Manager to sign the Letter of Intent to participate in the County of Ventura Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan (MJHMP) Update 2027.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
12. ADOPT A RESOLUTION GRANTING SPECIAL USE PERMIT NO 12-24 TO ALLOW STEPHEN CAMPBELL. ON BEHALF OF THE FAMILIES OF ALASKA FLIGHT 261 TO HOST THE ALASKA FLIGHT 261 25TH ANNIVERSARY MEMORIAL EVENT 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. Approve the Waiver of Fees associated with the event; and
4. Adopt a Resolution approving Special Use Permit No. 12-24 (Alaska Flight 261 25th Anniversary Memorial Event); and
4. Find the project (Special Use Permit No. 12-24) 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 presented the report. Applicant Stephen Campbell provided additional input. Questions followed.
The public hearing was opened at 9:14 p.m.
CC Regular Meeting Minutes -December 16, 2024, Page 5 of 9
CITY OF
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UENEM CITY OF PORT HUENEME
< City Council Regular Meeting Minutes
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Monday, December 16, 2024
Port Hueneme City Hall
250 North Ventura Road, Port Hueneme, CA 93041
6:30 PM
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 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”.
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, comum'quese con [email protected].
CC Regular Meeting Minutes -December 16, 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.
* 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 of ten 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 fora 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 Steven A. Gama, Laura D. Hernandez, Roberto “Bobby” Martinez; Mayor Pro Tern Martha R. McQueen-Legohn; Mayor Misty Perez
Absent: None
INSPIRATION
Given by Mayor Perez
PUBLIC COMMENT
Public comments were provided in person by the following:
• Jan Berk
• Luis Mendez
• Patricia LaPenn
• Thomas Fiala
• Dulce Setterfield
• Greg Ross
• Maria Elena Saldana-Aldana
• Gene Burse
CC Regular Meeting Minutes - December 16, 2024, Page 2 of 9 Public comments were submitted via email and read by City Clerk Georgianna Alvarez by the following:
• Tamah Figg
• Beverly Kelley
• Amy Bruder
• Lynn Haile
• Joan Tharp
• Guillermo R. Ceja Jr. on behalf of Laborers International Union of North America Local (LiUNA) 585 (comment rescinded)
• Jeffrey Scarberry
• Dave Rodriguez on behalf of Ventura County League of United Latin American Citizens
AGENDA APPROVAL FOR CITY COUNCIL
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
A motion was made by Councilmember Gama, seconded by Councilmember Hernandez, and passed unanimously to approve the City Council Agenda of December 16, 2024.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST and LEVINE ACT DISCLOSURES - None.
STATE OF THE CITY
1. STATE OF THE CITY 2024 PRESENTATION BY MAYOR MISTY PEREZ Mayor Perez gave a State of the City presentation, highlighting goals, projects, events and accomplishments for 2024.
ELECTION RESULTS
2. DECLARING RESULTS OF THE NOVEMBER 5, 2024 MUNICIPAL GENERAL
ELECTION
Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution reciting the fact of the Municipal General Election held November 5, 2024 declaring the result and declaring such other matters as provided by law.
City Clerk Georgianna Alvarez presented the report. There were no public comments.
A motion was made by Councilmember Gama, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern McQueenLegohn, to adopt Resolution No. 4516, a Resolution reciting the fact of the Municipal General Election held November 5, 2024 declaring the result and declaring such other matters as provided by law. A question followed.
Motion passed 5-0, as follows:
AYES: Gama, Hernandez, Martinez, McQueen-Legohn, Perez
NOES: None; ABSENT. None; ABSTAIN: None
PRESENTATIONS
3. HONOR AND RECOGNIZE OUTGOING 2024 COUNCILMEMBER BOBBY MARTINEZ City Manager James Vega honored and recognized outgoing Councilmember Bobby Martinez for his years of service and presented him with a token of appreciation. Council provided comments of appreciation, and various Ventura County dignitaries and elected officials presented outgoing Councilmember Martinez with certificates of recognition and comments recognizing his years of service.
CC Regular Meeting Minutes -December 16, 2024, Page 3 of 9
4. HONOR AND RECOGNIZE OUTGOING 2024 MAYOR PRO TEM MARTHA MCQUEENLEGOHN City Manager James Vega honored and recognized outgoing Mayor Pro Tem McQueenLegohn for her year of service as the 2024 Mayor Pro Tem and presented her with a token of appreciation. Council provided comments of appreciation, and various Ventura County dignitaries and elected officials presented outgoing Mayor Pro Tem McQueen-Legohn with certificates of recognition and comments recognizing her year of service as the 2024 Mayor Pro Tem.
5. HONOR AND RECOGNIZE OUTGOING 2024 MAYOR MISTY PEREZ
City Manager James Vega honored and recognized outgoing Mayor Perez for her year of service as the 2024 Mayor and presented her with a token of appreciation. Council provided comments of appreciation, and various Ventura County dignitaries and elected officials presented outgoing Mayor Perez with certificates of recognition and comments recognizing her year of service as the 2024 Mayor.
INSTALLATION OF OFFICERS
6. OATHS OF OFFICE AND INTRODUCTIONS FOR NEWLY-ELECTED
COUNCILMEMBERS
• Misty Perez
• Jesus “Jess” Lopez
City Manager James Vega introduced newly elected Councilmember Jess Lopez and invited him up for his oath of office. The ceremonial oath of office was administered by Mayra Campos. Councilmember Lopez took his seat at the dais. Comments followed.
City Manager James Vega invited up reelected Councilmember Misty Perez for her oath of office. The oath of office was administered by City Clerk Georgianna Alvarez.
Councilmember Perez took her seat at the dais. Comments followed.
RECESS THE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
Mayor Perez recessed the City Council meeting for a brief recess at 8:22 p.m.
RECONVENE THE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
Mayor Perez reconvened the City Council meeting at 8:38 p.m.
COUNCIL REORGANIZATION
7. ELECTION OF MAYOR
Mayor Perez opened the floor for nominations for Mayor. Councilmember Gama nominated Mayor Pro Tem McQueen-Legohn, seconded by Councilmember Hernandez.
Motion passed 5-0, as follows:
AYES: Gama, Hernandez, Lopez, Perez, McQueen-Legohn
NOES: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None
8. ELECTION OF MAYOR PRO TEM
City Clerk Georgianna Alvarez opened the floor for nominations for Mayor Pro Tem.
Councilmember Perez nominated Councilmember Gama, seconded by Councilmember Gama.
Motion failed, 2-3, by roll call vote, as follows:
AYES: Gama, Perez
NOES: Hernandez, Lopez, McQueen-Legohn; None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None CC Regular Meeting Minutes - December 16, 2024, Page 4 of 9 Mayor McQueen-Legohn nominated Councilmember Hernandez
Councilmember Lopez. Discussion followed. Mayor McQueen-Legohn rescinded her nomination of Councilmember Hernandez and nominated Councilmember Lopez.
Councilmember Hernandez seconded the nomination. Comments followed. seconded by
Motion passed 4-1, by roll call vote, as follows:
AYES: Lopez, Hernandez, Perez, McQueen-Legohn
NOES: Gama; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None
CONSENT CALENDAR
A motion was made by Councilmember Hernandez, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Lopez to approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 9 - 11, as presented.
Motion passed 5-0, as follows:
AYES: Gama, Hernandez, Perez, Lopez, McQueen-Legohn
NOES: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None
9. MINUTES
Approved the December 2, 2024, City Council Regular Meeting Minutes.
10. REGISTER OF DISBURSEMENTS
Received and filed the City’s register of disbursements for the period of November 25 2024 through December 8, 2024.
11. AUTHORIZATION FOR THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN A LETTER OF INTENT TO
PARTICIPATE IN THE COUNTY OF VENTURA MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN UPDATE 2027
Authorized the City Manager to sign the Letter of Intent to participate in the County of Ventura Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan (MJHMP) Update 2027.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
12. ADOPT A RESOLUTION GRANTING SPECIAL USE PERMIT NO 12-24 TO ALLOW STEPHEN CAMPBELL. ON BEHALF OF THE FAMILIES OF ALASKA FLIGHT 261 TO HOST THE ALASKA FLIGHT 261 25TH ANNIVERSARY MEMORIAL EVENT 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. Approve the Waiver of Fees associated with the event; and
4. Adopt a Resolution approving Special Use Permit No. 12-24 (Alaska Flight 261 25th Anniversary Memorial Event); and
4. Find the project (Special Use Permit No. 12-24) 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 presented the report. Applicant Stephen Campbell provided additional input. Questions followed.
The public hearing was opened at 9:14 p.m.
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UENEM CITY OF PORT HUENEME
< City Council Regular Meeting Minutes
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Monday, December 16, 2024
Port Hueneme City Hall
250 North Ventura Road, Port Hueneme, CA 93041
6:30 PM
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 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”.
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, comuniquese con [email protected].
CC Regular Meeting Minutes -December 16, 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.
* 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 of ten 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 Steven A. Gama, Laura D. Hernandez, Roberto “Bobby” Martinez; Mayor Pro Tern Martha R. McQueen-Legohn; Mayor Misty Perez
Absent: None
INSPIRATION
Given by Mayor Perez
PUBLIC COMMENT
Public comments were provided in person by the following:
• Jan Berk
• Luis Mendez
• Patricia LaPenn
• Thomas Fiala
• Dulce Setterfield
• Greg Ross
• Maria Elena Saldana-Aldana
• Gene Burse
CC Regular Meeting Minutes - December 16, 2024, Page 2 of 9 Public comments were submitted via email and read by City Clerk Georgianna Alvarez by the following:
Tamah Figg
Beverly Kelley
Amy Bruder
Lynn Haile
Joan Tharp
Guillermo R. Ceja Jr. on behalf of Laborers International Union of North America Local (LiUNA) 585 (comment rescinded)
Jeffrey Scarberry
Dave Rodriguez on behalf of Ventura County League of United Latin American Citizens
AGENDA APPROVAL FOR CITY COUNCIL
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
A motion was made by Councilmember Gama, seconded by Councilmember Hernandez and passed unanimously to approve the City Council Agenda of December 16, 2024.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST and LEVINE ACT DISCLOSURES - None
STATE OF THE CITY
1. STATE OF THE CITY 2024 PRESENTATION BY MAYOR MISTY PEREZ Mayor Perez gave a State of the City presentation, highlighting goals, projects, events and accomplishments for 2024.
ELECTION RESULTS
2. DECLARING RESULTS OF THE NOVEMBER 5 2024 MUNICIPAL GENERAL
ELECTION
Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution reciting the fact of the Municipal General Election held November 5, 2024 declaring the result and declaring such other matters as provided by law.
City Clerk Georgianna Alvarez presented the report. There were no public comments.
A motion was made by Councilmember Gama, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern McQueenLegohn, to adopt Resolution No. 4516, a Resolution reciting the fact of the Municipal General Election held November 5, 2024 declaring the result and declaring such other matters as provided by law. A question followed.
Motion passed 5-0, as follows:
AYES: Gama, Hernandez, Martinez, McQueen-Legohn, Perez
NOES: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None
PRESENTATIONS
3. HONOR AND RECOGNIZE OUTGOING 2024 COUNCILMEMBER BOBBY MARTINEZ City Manager James Vega honored and recognized outgoing Councilmember Bobby Martinez for his years of service and presented him with a token of appreciation. Council provided comments of appreciation, and various Ventura County dignitaries and elected officials presented outgoing Councilmember Martinez with certificates of recognition and comments recognizing his years of service.
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4. HONOR AND RECOGNIZE OUTGOING 2024 MAYOR PRO TEM MARTHA MCQUEENLEGOHN City Manager James Vega honored and recognized outgoing Mayor Pro Tem McQueenLegohn for her year of service as the 2024 Mayor Pro Tem and presented her with a token of appreciation. Council provided comments of appreciation, and various Ventura County dignitaries and elected officials presented outgoing Mayor Pro Tem McQueen-Legohn with certificates of recognition and comments recognizing her year of service as the 2024 Mayor Pro Tem.
5. HONOR AND RECOGNIZE OUTGOING 2024 MAYOR MISTY PEREZ
City Manager James Vega honored and recognized outgoing Mayor Perez for her year of service as the 2024 Mayor and presented her with a token of appreciation. Council provided comments of appreciation, and various Ventura County dignitaries and elected officials presented outgoing Mayor Perez with certificates of recognition and comments recognizing her year of service as the 2024 Mayor.
INSTALLATION OF OFFICERS
6. OATHS OF OFFICE AND INTRODUCTIONS FOR NEWLY-ELECTED
COUNCILMEMBERS
• Misty Perez
• Jesus “Jess” Lopez
City Manager James Vega introduced newly elected Councilmember Jess Lopez and invited him up for his oath of office. The ceremonial oath of office was administered by Mayra Campos. Councilmember Lopez took his seat at the dais. Comments followed.
City Manager James Vega invited up reelected Councilmember Misty Perez for her oath of office. The oath of office was administered by City Clerk Georgianna Alvarez.
Councilmember Perez took her seat at the dais. Comments followed.
RECESS THE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
Mayor Perez recessed the City Council meeting for a brief recess at 8:22 p.m.
RECONVENE THE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
Mayor Perez reconvened the City Council meeting at 8:38 p.m.
COUNCIL REORGANIZATION
7. ELECTION OF MAYOR
Mayor Perez opened the floor for nominations for Mayor. Councilmember Gama nominated Mayor Pro Tem McQueen-Legohn, seconded by Councilmember Hernandez.
Motion passed 5-0, as follows:
AYES: Gama, Hernandez, Lopez, Perez, McQueen-Legohn
NOES: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None
8. ELECTION OF MAYOR PRO TEM
City Clerk Georgianna Alvarez opened the floor for nominations for Mayor Pro Tem.
Councilmember Perez nominated Councilmember Gama, seconded by Councilmember Gama.
Motion failed, 2-3, by roll call vote, as follows:
AYES: Gama, Perez
NOES: Hernandez, Lopez, McQueen-Legohn; None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None CC Regular Meeting Minutes -December 16, 2024, Page 4 of 9 Mayor McQueen-Legohn nominated Councilmember Hernandez, seconded by Councilmember Lopez. Discussion followed. Mayor McQueen-Legohn rescinded her nomination of Councilmember Hernandez and nominated Councilmember Lopez.
Councilmember Hernandez seconded the nomination. Comments followed.
Motion passed 4-1, by roll call vote, as follows:
AYES: Lopez, Hernandez, Perez, McQueen-Legohn
NOES: Gama; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None
CONSENT CALENDAR
A motion was made by Councilmember Hernandez, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Lopez to approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 9 - 11, as presented.
Motion passed 5-0, as follows:
AYES: Gama, Hernandez, Perez, Lopez, McQueen-Legohn
NOES: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None
9. MINUTES
Approved the December 2, 2024, City Council Regular Meeting Minutes.
10. REGISTER OF DISBURSEMENTS
Received and filed the City’s register of disbursements for the period of November 25, 2024 through December 8, 2024.
11. AUTHORIZATION FOR THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN A LETTER OF INTENT TO
PARTICIPATE IN THE COUNTY OF VENTURA MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN UPDATE 2027
Authorized the City Manager to sign the Letter of Intent to participate in the County of Ventura Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan (MJHMP) Update 2027.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
12. ADOPT A RESOLUTION GRANTING SPECIAL USE PERMIT NO 12-24 TO ALLOW STEPHEN CAMPBELL. ON BEHALF OF THE FAMILIES OF ALASKA FLIGHT 261 TO HOST THE ALASKA FLIGHT 261 25TH ANNIVERSARY MEMORIAL EVENT 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. Approve the Waiver of Fees associated with the event; and
4. Adopt a Resolution approving Special Use Permit No. 12-24 (Alaska Flight 261 25th Anniversary Memorial Event); and
4. Find the project (Special Use Permit No. 12-24) 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 presented the report. Applicant Stephen Campbell provided additional input. Questions followed.
The public hearing was opened at 9:14 p.m.
CC Regular Meeting Minutes -December 16, 2024, Page 5 of 9 Public comments were provided in person by the following:
• Dulce Setterfield
Councilmember Gama and Applicant Stephen Campbell commented.
The public hearing was closed at 9:20 p.m.
A motion was made by Councilmember Hernandez, seconded by Councilmember Perez to:
1. Approve the Waiver of Fees associated with the event; and
2. Adopt Resolution No. 4517, a Resolution approving Special Use Permit No. 12-24 (Alaska Flight 261 25th Anniversary Memorial Event); and
3. Find the project (Special Use Permit No. 12-24) to be categorically exempt from CEQA; and
4. Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Motion passed 5-0, by roll call vote, as follows:
AYES: Gama, Hernandez, Perez, Lopez, McQueen-Legohn
NOES: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None
13. INTRODUCTION OF AN ORDINANCE TO ADD SECTIONS 10590-10594 TO CHAPTER 4 OF ARTICLE X OF THE PORT HUENEME MUNICIPAL CODE. AS THEY RELATE TO
RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOOD INFILL OVERLAY STANDARDS AND TO APPROVE
THE ADDENDUM TO THE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT PREVIOUSLY
PREPARED FOR THE GENERAL PLAN UPDATE PROJECT
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 for first reading, by title only, waiving further reading of an Ordinance entitled, “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Port Hueneme, California to add Sections 10590-10594 to Chapter 4 of Article X of the Port Hueneme Municipal Code, as they relate to residential Neighborhood Infill Overlay Standards, adding the Neighborhood Infill Overlay zoning designation to certain properties, and repealing the West End Specific Plan; and
4. Approve the Addendum to the Environmental Impact Report that was previously prepared for the Port Hueneme General Plan Update project (State Clearinghouse [SCH] # 2021040164); 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.
Community and Economic Development Director Tony Stewart presented the report.
Questions followed.
The public hearing was opened at 9:47 p.m.
Public comments were provided in person by the following:
• Ron Norton (submitted a speaker card, but was not present to speak when called) • Gene Burse
The public hearing was closed at 9:49 p.m.
CC Regular Meeting Minutes -December 16, 2024, Page 6 of 9 A motion was made by Councilmember Perez, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Lopez, to:
1. Introduce for first reading, by title only, waiving further reading of an Ordinance entitled, “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Port Hueneme, California to add Sections 10590-10594 to Chapter 4 of Article X of the Port Hueneme Municipal Code, as they relate to residential Neighborhood Infill Overlay Standards, adding the Neighborhood Infill Overlay zoning designation to certain properties, and repealing the West End Specific Plan; and
2. Approve the Addendum to the Environmental Impact Report that was previously prepared for the Port Hueneme General Plan Update project (State Clearinghouse [SCH] # 2021040164); and
3. Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Motion passed 5-0, by roll call vote, as follows:
AYES: Hernandez, Gama, Perez, Lopez, McQueen-Legohn
NOES: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None
14. INTRODUCTION OF AN ORDINANCE APPROVING THE FOLLOWING AMENDMENTS TO ARTICLE X OF THE PORT HUENEME MUNICIPAL CODE: SECTION 10353 REGARDING ADMINISTRATIVE PERMITS: SECTION 10355 REGARDING TEMPORARY USE AND SPECIAL EVENT PERMITS: SECTIONS 10481 AND 10482
REGARDING PERMITTED AND CONDITIONALLY PERMITTED USES IN THE GENERAL COMMERCIAL (C-1) ZONE: AND ADDING SECTIONS 10290-10295
REGARDING STANDARDS FOR ALCOHOL BEVERAGE SALES AND TOBACCO RETAILER ESTABLISHMENTS: AND TO FIND THE PROJECT EXEMPT FROM CEQA (PROJECT NO. PHZ-24-4)
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 for first reading, by title only, waiving further reading of an Ordinance entitled, “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Port Hueneme, California amending the following Sections of the Port Hueneme Municipal Code, Article X: 10353 as it relates to Administrative Permits; 10355, related to temporary uses; 10481 and 10482, related to land uses permitted or conditionally permitted in the General Commercial (C-1) zone, respectively; and to add new Sections 10290-10295, related to standards for alcohol beverage sales establishments and tobacco retailers”; and
4. Find the project 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.
Community and Economic Development Director Tony Stewart presented the report.
Questions followed including the possibility to add language regarding food share programs/food pantries under section 10355 for temporary use permits.
The public hearing was opened at 10:22 p.m. There were no public comments. The public hearing was closed at 10:22 p.m.
A motion was made by Councilmember Perez, seconded by Councilmember Hernandez, to:
1. Introduce for first reading, by title only, waiving further reading of an Ordinance entitled, “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Port Hueneme, California amending the following Sections of the Port Hueneme Municipal Code, Article X: 10353 as it relates to Administrative Permits; 10355, related to temporary uses; 10481 and 10482, CC Regular Meeting Minutes - December 16, 2024, Page 7 of 9 related to land uses permitted or conditionally permitted in the General Commercial (C-1) zone, respectively; and to add new Sections 10290-10295, related to standards for alcohol beverage sales establishments and tobacco retailers”; and
2. Find the project to be categorically exempt from CEQA; and
3. Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Community and Economic Development Director Tony Stewart clarified that based on earlier comments he will add language to include food pantries in the ordinance where appropriate. Mayor McQueen-Legohn confirmed the motion and second would stand as is which includes the amendments to be made by staff.
Motion passed 5-0, by roll call vote, as follows:
AYES: Hernandez, Gama, Perez, Lopez, McQueen-Legohn
NOES: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS AND REPORTS
City Manager James Vega provided comments and reports regarding the following topics:
• Ventura Road sewer replacement project
• Dredging update and promenade closure
• Recent holiday events: Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony; Senior Holiday Luncheon • Upcoming Council Meeting topics
Questions followed.
COUNCILMEMBERS’ REPORTS AND COMMENTS
Council provided comments and reports regarding the following topics:
Councilmember Perez:
• None
Councilmember Gama:
• Responded to comments made by Beverly Kelley
• Congratulations to Kevin Brannon
• Hueneme Beach cleanup
• Suggested conversations with the Port of Hueneme
Councilmember Hernandez:
• Thanked staff and the community for their support of Council this past year and is looking forward to a good 2025 and collaboration to continue the good work • Happy holidays
• Thanked staff for all the projects addressed in the State of the City • Mural project update
• Rachel Jones, Hueneme resident and new board member on Association of Water Agencies (AWA)
Mayor Pro Tern Lopez:
• Thanked Council for their accomplishments in 2024 and looks forward to working with his fellow Councilmembers and staff to continue the progress made Mayor McQueen-Legohn:
• Attended committee meetings - elected Chair of Gold Coast Transit District (GCTD), anticipating to be elected as Chair of the Air Pollution Control Board, asked to be Vice Chair or Ventura County Transportation Commission (VCTC) • Committee assignments and review
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REQUEST FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Councilmember Perez:
1. Requested a proclamation be added to a future Council agenda for Mother Language Day which takes place on February 21s1
, and have Matthew Vestuto, Chairman of the
BarbarehoA/entureho Band of Mission Indians, speak and accept the proclamation, seconded by Councilmember Gama. Motion passed unanimously, 5-0.
Councilmember Gama:
1. Requested an item be added to a future Council agenda to review the Council Policy and Procedures Manual, specifically as it pertains to requests for public information which includes a discussion to have Council copied with information that is disseminated amongst the public, and review other sections the Council so desires, seconded by Mayor McQueen-Legohn. Motion passed unanimously, 5-0.
ADJOURNMENT
The City Council adjourned at 10:45 p.m. to its next regular meeting scheduled for Monday January 6, 2025, at 6:30 p.m.
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Approved this 6
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