CITY OF PORT HUENEME
City Council Regular Meeting Minutes
Monday, October 20. 2025
Port Hueneme City Hall
250 North Ventura Road, Port Hueneme, CA 93041
6:30 PM Regular Meeting
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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, comuniquese con clerk@cityofporthue neme.org.
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.
CC Regular Meeting Minutes - October 20, 2025, Page 1 of 9 * 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 $500 within the 12 months prior to the City decision. Any City elected or appointed Officer who has received a contribution totaling more than $500 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 $500 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 McQueen-Legohn called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. Councilmember Gama led the flag salute.
ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmembers Steven A. Gama, Laura D. Hernandez, Misty Perez; Mayor Pro Tern Jess Lopez; Mayor Martha R. McQueen-Legohn
Absent: None
INSPIRATION
Given by Councilmember Gama
PUBLIC COMMENT
City Clerk Georgianna Alvarez noted that written public comments had been received and were provided to the City Council prior to this meeting. In addition, the comments had been posted to the City’s website and included in the agenda packet binder that’s available in front of the Council Chamber for public review.
Public comments were provided in person by the following:
• Becky Bruening
• Paul Quigley
• Sarah Wiiczewski
AGENDA APPROVAL FOR CITY COUNCIL
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
A motion was made by Councilmember Gama, seconded by Councilmember Perez, and passed unanimously to approve the City Council Agenda of October 20, 2025.
CC Regular Meeting Minutes - October 20, 2025, Page 2 of 9 CONFLICT OF INTEREST and LEVINE ACT DISCLOSURES - None
PRESENTATIONS
A. DOWN SYNDROME AWARENESS MONTH PROCLAMATION
Councilmember Perez read the proclamation into record recognizing October 2025 as Down Syndrome Awareness Month in the City of Port Hueneme and encouraged the community to support the quality of life for individuals with Down Syndrome by promoting inclusion, acceptance, community connections, and awareness of individuals with Down Syndrome. Police Chief Federico announced the Police Department will be wearing ribbons in support of Down Syndrome awareness. The proclamation was presented to Senior Director Stephanie Barnes and Programs Specialist Erin Murphy from Hueneme Elementary School District.
B. CYBERSECURITY AWARENESS MONTH PROCLAMATION
Councilmember Hernandez read the proclamation into record recognizing October 2025 as “Cybersecurity Awareness Month” and encouraged the community to spread awareness for this important cause. The proclamation was presented to Deputy City Manager Charles Peretz and Information Technology Manager Aaron Wedemeyer.
C. BEACH EROSION AUTHORITY FOR CLEAN OCEANS AND NOURISHMENT (BEACON) PRESENTATION BY BEACON EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR MARC BEYELER Marc Beyeler, Executive Director of BEACON, gave a presentation on BEACON’S role in the dredging and nourishment of Hueneme Beach. BEACON representatives Dr. Kiki Patsch and Brian Brennan were available for additional support.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilmember Gama requested to pull Consent Calendar Item No. 8 for discussion.
A motion was made by Councilmember Perez, seconded by Councilmember Gama, to pull Consent Calendar Item No. 8, and approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 1 - 7, as presented.
Motion passed 5-0, as follows:
AYES; Gama, Hernandez, Perez, Lopez, McQueen-Legohn
NOES: None; ABSTAIN: None; ABSENT: None
City Council:
1. MINUTES
Approved the October 6, 2025, City Council Regular Meeting Minutes.
2. REGISTER OF DISBURSEMENTS
Received and filed the City’s register of disbursements for the period of September 23, 2025 through October 8, 2025.
3. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ARTICLE IV OF
THE PORT HUENEME MUNICIPAL CODE TO CLARIFY PROHIBITED WHEELED
VEHICLE ACTIVITY ON THE HUENEME PIER
Read, by title only, waiving further reading, and adopted Ordinance No. 827, an Ordinance entitled “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Port Hueneme, California amending Section 4301 of Chapter 4 of Article IV of the Port Hueneme Municipal Code to clarify prohibited wheeled vehicle activity on the Hueneme Pier”.
CC Regular Meeting Minutes - October 20, 2025, Page 3 of 9
4. HEROES. HISTORY AND HERITAGE POLICY NOMINATION: RICHARD BARD
MONUMENT AND PROPOSED SURVEY
Approved the revised location for the Richard Bard Monument as proposed by the Oxnard Harbor District.
OUT OF STATE TRAVEL REQUEST FOR FINANCE STAFF TRAINING ON
PERSONNEL BUDGETING BEST PRACTICES
Approved the request for out of state travel from Thursday, December 11, 2025 through Friday, December 12, 2025, for two Finance staff (Finance Director and Financial Analyst) to attend the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) Understanding Government Compensation and Payroll training which focuses on best practices related to budgeting for personnel in Denver, CO.
5. 6. WAIVER OF FEES ASSOCIATED WITH BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF GREATER
OXNARD AND PORT HUENEME USE OF COMMUNITY CENTER AUDITORIUM FOR
ANNUAL THANKSGIVING DINNER
Waived fees associated with the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Oxnard and Port Hueneme’s use of the auditorium at the Orvene S. Carpenter Community Center on Monday, November 17, 2025 from 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. to hold an event hosting a Thanksgiving meal for its members of the Port Hueneme Clubhouse and Port Hueneme Teen Center.
7. REQUEST FOR WAIVER OF PARK PERMIT FEES - DEL SOL HIGH SCHOOL Waived park permit fees associated with Del Sol High School’s use of one field at Bubbling Springs Park during the 2026 Spring Season.
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM PULLED FOR DISCUSSION
8. PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT AND TRUCK ROUTE LIFECYCLE COST ANALYSIS
CORRECTION
Recommendation: Receive and file this report identifying and correcting a discrepancy in the Pavement Management and Truck Route Lifecycle Cost Analysis presented on September 15, 2025.
City Manager James Vega answered clarifying questions and indicated that data relevant to the inquiry will be shared with the Council.
A motion was made by Councilmember Perez, seconded by Councilmember Hernandez to approve Consent Calendar item No. 8, as presented.
Motion passed 5-0, as follows:
AYES: Gama, Hernandez, Perez, Lopez, McQueen-Legohn
NOES: None; ABSTAIN: None; ABSENT: None
PUBLIC HEARINGS
9. CANNABIS DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT COMPLIANCE REVIEW AND FINDING OF
EXEMPTION 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 resolutions determining that the following cannabis businesses are out of compliance and in default of their respective Development Agreements, providing for the revocation of the agreement and initiation of the process to repeal and revoke CC Regular Meeting Minutes - October 20, 2025, Page 4 of 9 associated Conditional Use Permits if such default is not cured within 30 days:
Hueneme Patient Consumer Co-Op, Port Hueneme Organic Team, Inc., Red Mule Group, LLC; PH Investments Group, LLC; and Fire Garden, LLC; and
4. Direct staff to prepare an amendment for future consideration by City Council to Section 3987.1 of the Port Hueneme Municipal Code to reduce the maximum number of commercial cannabis businesses; and
5. Make a determination the project is exempt under CEQA; and
6. 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.
Deputy City Manager Charles Peretz presented the report. Questions followed.
The public hearing was opened at 8:26 p.m.
Public comments were provided in person by the following:
• Kevin Singer
The public hearing was closed at 8:36 p.m.
A motion was made by Councilmember Hernandez, seconded by Councilmember Perez to:
1. Adopt Resolutions determining that the following cannabis businesses are out of compliance and in default of their respective Development Agreements, providing for the revocation of the agreement and initiation of the process to repeal and revoke associated Conditional Use Permits if such default is not cured within 30 days:
Hueneme Patient Consumer Co-Op (Resolution No. 4549), Port Hueneme Organic Team, Inc. (Resolution No. 4550), Red Mule Group, LLC (Resolution No. 4551); PH Investments Group, LLC (Resolution No. 4552); and Fire Garden, LLC (Resolution No. 4553); and
2. Direct staff to prepare an amendment for future consideration by City Council to Section 3987.1 of the Port Hueneme Municipal Code to reduce the maximum number of commercial cannabis businesses; and
3. Make a determination the project is exempt under CEQA; and
4. Direct staff to reach out to Mr. Kevin Singer.
Motion passed 5-0, by Roll Call Vote, as follows:
AYES: Gama, Hernandez, Perez, Lopez, McQueen-Legohn
NOES: None; ABSTAIN: None; ABSENT: None
10. INTRODUCE ORDINANCE TO ADOPT 2025 EDITIONS OF THE CALIFORNIA
BUILDING STANDARDS CODE
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, and waive further reading of an Ordinance entitled, “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Port Hueneme, California, Amending Article VIII, Building Regulations, of the Port Hueneme Municipal Code Incorporating the California Building Standards Code by Reference as Follows: (1) California Building Code (CBC) with Appendices C, G, I and J, California Residential Building Code (CRC) with Appendix BF, and California Green Building Standards Code (CGBSC), 2025 Editions; (2) California Electrical Code (CEC), 2025 Edition; (3) California Plumbing Code (CPC), 2025 Edition; (4) California Mechanical Code (CMC), CC Regular Meeting Minutes - October 20, 2025, Page 5 of 9 2025 Edition; (5) California Administrative Code (CAC), 2025 Edition; (6) California Energy Code CENC), 2025 Edition; (7) California Existing Building Code (CEBC), 2025 Edition; (8) California Wildland-Urban Interface Code, 2025 Edition (9) International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC), 2024 Edition; (10) International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC), 2024 Edition; (11) Gypsum Association Fire Resistive Design Manual, Twenty-Third Edition, GA-600-2024; and making miscellaneous revisions to Article VIII, Building Regulations, to provide consistency with the California Building Standards Code; and
4. Schedule a public hearing for the City Council's November 17, 2025 meeting to consider adoption of the proposed Ordinance; and
5. Designate the City Clerk to publish a summary of the proposed Ordinance at least five days before the City Council meeting at which the proposed Ordinance is to be considered for adoption.
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.
Building Official Tom Juzwiak presented the report. Questions followed.
The public hearing was opened at 8:45 p.m. There were no public comments. The public hearing was closed at 8:45 p.m.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Lopez, seconded by Councilmember Hernandez, to:
1. Introduce for first reading, by title only, and waive further reading of an Ordinance entitled, “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Port Hueneme, California, Amending Article VIII, Building Regulations, of the Port Hueneme Municipal Code Incorporating the California Building Standards Code by Reference as Follows: (1) California Building Code (CBC) with Appendices C, G, I and J, California Residential Building Code (CRC) with Appendix BF, and California Green Building Standards Code (CGBSC), 2025 Editions; (2) California Electrical Code (CEC), 2025 Edition; (3) California Plumbing Code (CPC), 2025 Edition; (4) California Mechanical Code (CMC), 2025 Edition; (5) California Administrative Code (CAC), 2025 Edition; (6) California Energy Code (CENC), 2025 Edition; (7) California Existing Building Code (CEBC), 2025 Edition; (8) California Wildland-Urban Interface Code, 2025 Edition (9) International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC), 2024 Edition; (10) International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC), 2024 Edition; (11) Gypsum Association Fire Resistive Design Manual, Twenty-Third Edition, GA-600-2024; and making miscellaneous revisions to Article VIII, Building Regulations, to provide consistency with the California Building Standards Code; and
2. Schedule a public hearing for the City Council's November 17, 2025 meeting to consider adoption of the proposed Ordinance; and
3. Designate the City Clerk to publish a summary of the proposed Ordinance at least five days before the City Council meeting at which the proposed Ordinance is to be considered for adoption.
Motion passed 5-0, by Roll Call Vote, as follows:
AYES: Gama, Hernandez, Perez, Lopez, McQueen-Legohn
NOES: None; ABSTAIN: None; ABSENT: None
BUSINESS ITEMS
11. PARK RESERVATION PROCESS OVERVIEW
Recommendation: Receive a presentation regarding the City’s park reservation process with a focus on newly implemented Bubbling Springs Park amenities.
CC Regular Meeting Minutes - October 20, 2025, Page 6 of 9 Recreation and Community Services Manager Anna Hanely presented the report.
Questions followed. Deputy City Manager Charles Peretz provided additional input. There were no public comments.
Council comments and suggestions included:
• Support for adding additional signage for reserved spaces, including rules for vacating areas after permitted use.
• Consider providing a higher level of service by adding a staff attendant during rental times or before/after events to inspect and clean areas, and/or incorporate a cleaning fee into reservations.
• Consider opening the restroom near Picnic Area #2 during rental use. • Consider setting a guest capacity limit.
• Consider allowing permitted use of jolly jumpers (bounce houses). Staff noted that due to generator and safety concerns exploration of this item should be limited to specific areas and approved vendors.
• Clarify and bring back more information regarding whether BBQs are allowed in City parks.
• Review municipal codes related to park use, BBQs, and jolly jumpers for clarity and make any necessary updates.
A motion was made by Councilmember Perez, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Lopez, to receive the presentation regarding the City’s park reservation process, with a focus on newly implemented Bubbling Springs Park amenities. Discussion followed, including reiterating some of the earlier suggestions made.
Councilmember Perez amended her motion to receive the presentation regarding the City’s park reservation process, with a focus on newly implemented Bubbling Springs Park amenities with direction to staff to consider City Council’s suggestions and bring back information.
Motion passed 5-0, as follows:
AYES: Gama, Hernandez, Perez, Lopez, McQueen-Legohn
NOES: None; ABSTAIN: None; ABSENT: None
12. COUNCILMEMBER FUTURE AGENDA ITEM REQUESTS
Recommendation: Approve the proposed process for Councilmember Future Agenda Item Requests and direct staff to incorporate this process into the City Council Policies and Procedures Manual during its next scheduled update.
City Manager James Vega presented the report. Questions followed, including clarification that the form should be submitted at least seven (7) days prior to the meeting.
Luis Mendez submitted a speaker card for public comment and was called upon but was not present to speak. A written public comment was received.
A motion was made by Councilmember Perez, seconded by Councilmember Hernandez, to approve the proposed process for Councilmember Future Agenda Item Requests and direct staff to incorporate this process into the City Council Policies and Procedures Manual during its next scheduled update. Discussion followed.
Motion passed 5-0, as follows:
AYES: Gama, Hernandez, Perez, Lopez, McQueen-Legohn
NOES: None; ABSTAIN: None; ABSENT: None
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CITY MANAGER COMMENTS AND REPORTS
City Manager James Vega provided comments and reports regarding the following topics:
• 4'^ Annual Touch-A-Truck
• 4'^ Annual Spooktacular Celebration & Pumpkin Art Contest • Veterans Day Ceremony
• Upcoming Council meeting topics
COUNCILMEMBERS’ REPORTS AND COMMENTS
Council provided comments and reports regarding the following topics:
Councilmember Perez:
• Association of Defense Communities Committee meeting - discussion included the impacts of the current federal government shutdown on the community and military families
• Noted Port Hueneme Lions Club has partnered with Naval Base Ventura County for Operation Holiday Wrap
Councilmember Gama:
• Spooktacular
• Angela Duldulao McPherson Museum and Philippine Cultural Center - interested in receiving more information
• Attended Ventura County Board of Supervisor’s meeting to thank them and their Public Works Department for recent Hueneme Road improvements
• Cal Cities Annual Conference - highlighted session on plastic litigation • Coastal Cities meeting
Councilmember Hernandez:
• Cal Cities Annual Conference - engaged with vendors
• Participated in Cal Cities Roundtable “United Against Hate” and noted Bay Area resolution recognizing United Against Hate week
• Ventura Council of Governments (VCOG) Dinner
• Clean Power Alliance (CPA) meeting
• Upcoming Legislative/Communications and Membership Committee (LCMC) Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) meeting
• Congratulated Friends of the Library on a successful event Mayor Pro Tern Lopez:
• Government shutdown impacts for local civilian federal employees and banking options • Civics Night at Knights of Columbus - congratulated Port of Hueneme President Jess Ramirez for his 30+ years of public service
• Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Signing Ceremony with the Port of Hueneme and Port of Paita, Peru
• Cannabis Community Forum
• Presented Certificate of Recognition on behalf of the City for Filipino American Heritage Month at the Filipino American Fiesta event
Councilmember Gama:
• Congratulated Hueneme High School on their recent football game and band growth Mayor McQueen-Legohn:
• MOU Signing Ceremony with the Port of Hueneme and Port of Paita, Peru • VCOG Annual Dinner
• REACH Check presentation
CC Regular Meeting Minutes - October 20, 2025, Page 8 of 9 • Vacation updates
• Upcoming California Transit Association (CTA) Conference with Gold Coast Transit District (GCTD)
• Caltrans closures
REQUEST FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Mayor McQueen-Legohn noted that a new process for future agenda items had been approved and that Staff would distribute the form electronically to each Councilmember for submitting requests. No requests for future agenda items were taken during the meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
The City Council adjourned at 10:00 p.m. to its next regular meeting scheduled for Monday, November 3, 2025, at 6:30 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted:
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Approved this 3^'^ day of November, 2025:
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