CITY OF PORT HUENEME
City Council Regular Meeting Minutes
Monday, June 1. 2026
Port Hueneme City Hall
250 North Ventura Road, Port Hueneme, CA 93041
5:30 PM Closed Session | 6:30 PM Regular Meeting
5:30 PM - CITY COUNCIL CLOSED SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor McQueen-Legohn called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmembers Steven A. Gama, Laura D. Hernandez, Misty Perez; Mayor Pro Tern Jess Lopez; Mayor Martha R. McQueen-Legohn.
Absent: None.
PUBLIC COMMENT-None.
CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
City Attorney Paul Early read the closed session item into record.
A. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
Authority: Government Code § 54957.6
Agency Designated Representatives: James Vega, City Manager; Charles Peretz, Deputy City Manager; and Frank Lee, Human Resources/Risk Manager Employee Associations: SEIU Service Employees International Union 721 CONFLICT OF INTEREST and LEVINE ACT DISCLOSURES - None
RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
Mayor McQueen-Legohn recessed to closed session at 5:31 p.m. 6:30 P.M. CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
CALL TO ORDER / FLAG SALUTE
Mayor McQueen-Legohn called the meeting to order at 6:32 p.m. Councilmember Lopez led the flag salute.
ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmembers Steven A. Gama, Jess Lopez, Misty Perez; Mayor Pro Tern Laura D.
Hernandez; Mayor Martha R. McQueen-Legohn.
Absent: None.
INSPIRATION
Given by Councilmember Perez
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CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Paul Early provided the closed session report indicating no reportable action.
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 were 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:
• Zach Baliva
• Anahi Hernandez
• Chris Bates
• Jose Bernal
• Theo Provencio
• Lynne Haile
• Patricia La Penn
AGENDA APPROVAL FOR CITY COUNCIL
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
A motion was made by Councilmember Perez, seconded by Councilmember Lopez, and passed unanimously to approve the City Council Agenda of June 1, 2026.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST and LEVINE ACT DISCLOSURES - None
PRESENTATIONS
A. PRIDE MONTH PROCLAMATION
Mayor Pro Tern Hernandez read a proclamation recognizing June 2026, as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer+ Pride Month and called upon the community to celebrate the great diversity of the American people. The proclamation was presented to Director Celia Daniels on behalf of the Ventura County Diversity Collective Board.
RECESS THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING
At 6:59 p.m., Mayor McQueen-Legohn recessed the City Council regular meeting to convene the Housing Authority regular meeting followed by the special joint meeting of the City Council, Housing Authority, and Surplus Property Authority Commission.
RECONVENE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
At 7:42 p.m., following the adjournment of the special joint meeting of the City Council, Housing Authority, and Surplus Property Authority Commission, Mayor McQueen-Legohn reconvened the City Council meeting.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Public Comment: None.
Councilmember Lopez requested to pull Consent Calendar Item No. 6 for discussion.
A motion was made by Councilmember Gama, seconded by Councilmember Perez, to pull Consent Calendar Item No. 6, and approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 1 - 5, as presented.
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Motion passed 5-0, as follows:
AYES: Gama, Lopez, Perez, Hernandez, McQueen-Legohn
NOES; None; ABSTAIN: None; ABSENT: None
City Council:
1. MINUTES
Approved the May 18, 2026, City Council Regular Meeting Minutes.
2. REGISTER OF DISBURSEMENTS
Received and filed the City’s register of disbursements for the period of April 28, 2026 through May 11, 2026.
3. OUT OF STATE TRAVEL REQUEST FOR MAYOR PRO TEM HERNANDEZ TO
ATTEND THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF LATINO ELECTED AND APPOINTED OFFICIALS (NALEO) INSTITUTE TECHNOLOGY & Al IN EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT IN BENTONVILLE. ARKANSAS
Approved the request for out of state travel for Mayor Pro Tern Hernandez to attend the NALEO Institute Technology & Al in Emergency Management in Bentonville, Arkansas from Tuesday, June 23 through Wednesday, June 24, 2026.
4. OUT OF STATE TRAVEL REQUEST FOR CHIEF FEDERICO TO ATTEND THE FBI NATIONAL COMMAND COURSE (NCC). WITH COSTS PAID BY FBI
Approved the request for out of state travel from Sunday, July 12, 2026 through Saturday, July 18, 2026 for Police Chief Federico to attend the FBI National Command Course (NCC) Session 9 in Quantico, Virgina.
5. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026/2027 BUDGET FOR THE
LIST OF PROPOSED ROAD MAINTENANCE AND REHABILITATION PROJECTS FOR
SUBMITTAL TO THE CALIFORNIA TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
Adopted Resolution No. 4583, a resolution entitled “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Port Hueneme California, adopting a list of projects for Fiscal Year 2026-27 funded by SB 1: The Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017” that lists the proposed capital improvement projects for road maintenance and rehabilitation projects for submittal to the California Transportation Commission.
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM(S) PULLED FOR DISCUSSION
6. AUTHORIZATION TO AWARD A CONTRACT TO J & H ENGINEERING GENERAL CONTRACTORS. INC. FOR RESURFACING UKIAH STREET WITHIN HUENEME BAY NEIGHBORHOOD: PROJECT NO. ST2606
Recommendation: Authorize the City Manager or his designee to:
1. Award and execute an agreement, approved as to form by the City Attorney, with J & H Engineering General Contractors, Inc., for $463,143.79 to resurface Ukiah Street.
The contract reference is EZIQC Contract No.: CA-R7-PAV02-101723 -JHE and is attached as Exhibit A; and
2. Authorize a Five (5) Percent Construction Contingency in the amount of $23,158; and
3. Execute all Applicable Documents and agreements, approved as to form by the City Attorney.
4. Authorize an appropriation of $486,302 to Account No. 204-551-5700, Project ST2606.
Public Works Director Fred Camarillo answered clarifying questions.
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A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Hernandez, seconded by Councilmember Lopez, to approve Consent Calendar item No, 6, as presented.
Motion passed 5-0, as follows:
AYES: Gama, Lopez, Perez, Hernandez, McQueen-Legohn
NOES: None; ABSTAIN: None; ABSENT: None
PUBLIC HEARINGS
7. ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING PERMIT NO. PHPD-25-2. CONSISTING OF A
DEVELOPMENT PERMIT AND A COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT FOR THE RELOCATION AND REDEVELOPMENT OF 250 SOUTH SURFSIDE DRIVE AS A
PACIFIC MARITIME ASSOCIATION (PMA) AND INTERNATIONAL LONGSHORE AND WAREHOUSE UNION (ILWU) LOCAL 46 FACILITY (APN 207-0-260-425) AND FINDING
THE PROJECT CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT FROM CEQA
Recommendation:
1. Open the public hearing to take oral and written testimony;
2. Close the public hearing and consider the evidence;
3. Adopt a Resolution approving Permit No. PHPD-25-2 consisting of a Development Permit and a Coastal Development Permit for the PMA and ILWU Facility (“Project”);
4. Find the Project to be categorically exempt from CEQA; and
5. Direct staff to file a Notice of Final Local Action with the California Coastal Commission following final action.
City Clerk Georgianna Alvarez affirmed Proof of Publication and that a complete set of reports and exhibits were on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
Associate Planner Jose Coyotl presented the report. Applicants Julian Luna and Brendan Adams representatives of Pacific Maritime Association (PMA) gave a brief presentation.
Community Development Director Tricia Maier provided additional input. Questions followed.
The public hearing was opened at 8:27 p.m. It was noted that a written public comment had been received.
Public comments were provided in person by the following:
• Manuel Gonzales
• Armando Mendez
• Kevin Brannon
• Jess Ramirez
• Richard Rollins
• Arthur P. Chavez
• Kristin Decas
• Andy Conli
• Thomas Fiala
The public hearing was closed at 8:48 p.m.
A motion was made by Councilmember Gama, seconded by Councilmember Perez, to:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 4584, a Resolution approving Permit No. PHPD-25-2 consisting of a Development Permit and a Coastal Development Permit for the PMA and ILWU Facility (“Project”);
2. Find the Project to be categorically exempt from CEQA; and CC Regular Meeting Minutes - June 1,2026, Page 4 of 8
3. Direct staff to file a Notice of Final Local Action with the California Coastal Commission following final action.
Discussion followed.
Motion passed 5-0, by Roll Call Vote, as follows:
AYES: Gama, Lopez, Perez, Hernandez, McQueen-Legohn
NOES: None; ABSTAIN: None; ABSENT: None
RECESS
Mayor McQueen-Legohn recessed the meeting at 8:55 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at 9:00 p.m.
BUSINESS ITEMS
8. ANNUAL ASSESSMENTS FOR ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO 87-1. ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 91-1. AND ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 95-3
Recommendation:
1. Adopt a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Port Hueneme, California, Declaring its Intention to Order the Levy and Collection of Assessments for the Lighting Maintenance Assessment District No. 87-1 for the Fiscal Year Beginning July 1,2026, and Ending June 30, 2027;
2. Adopt a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Port Hueneme, California, Declaring its Intention to Order the Levy and Collection of Assessments for the Parkway and Median Assessment District No. 91-1 for the Fiscal Year Beginning July 1, 2026, and Ending June 30, 2027; and
3. Adopt a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Port Hueneme, California, Declaring its Intention to Order the Levy and Collection of Assessments for the Port Hueneme Drainage Maintenance Assessment District No. 95-3 for the Fiscal Year Beginning July 1, 2026, and Ending June 30, 2027.
Public Works Director Fred Camarillo presented the report. Questions followed. There were no public comments.
A motion was made by Councilmember Lopez, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Hernandez to:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 4585, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Port Hueneme, California, Declaring its Intention to Order the Levy and Collection of Assessments for the Lighting Maintenance Assessment District No. 87-1 for the Fiscal Year Beginning July 1, 2026, and Ending June 30, 2027;
2. Adopt Resolution No. 4586, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Port Hueneme, California, Declaring its Intention to Order the Levy and Collection of Assessments for the Parkway and Median Assessment District No. 91-1 for the Fiscal Year Beginning July 1, 2026, and Ending June 30, 2027; and
3. Adopt Resolution No. 4587, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Port Hueneme, California, Declaring its Intention to Order the Levy and Collection of Assessments for the Port Hueneme Drainage Maintenance Assessment District No. 95-3 for the Fiscal Year Beginning July 1,2026, and Ending June 30, 2027.
Motion passed 5-0, as follows:
AYES: Gama, Lopez, Perez, Hernandez, McQueen-Legohn
NOES: None; ABSTAIN: None; ABSENT: None
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9. BOLKER PARK NEIGHBORHOOD PARKING LAYOUT
Recommendation: Authorize staff to prepare a detailed design and proceed with implementation of the proposed parking layout using angled parking along the east side of Bolker Drive between Sharon Lane and Hemlock Street to continue to address parking needs in the Bolker Park Neighborhood.
Mayor Pro Tern Hernandez stated that, although she did not believe a financial conflict of interest existed, she recused herself due to potential perception concerns because her residence is located within 1,000 feet of the subject property and left the meeting at 9:25 p.m.
Public Works Director Fred Camarillo presented the report. City Manager James Vega provided additional input. Questions followed. It was noted that a written public comment had been received. There were no in person public comments.
A motion was made by Councilmember Perez, seconded by Councilmember Lopez, to authorize staff to prepare a detailed design and proceed with implementation of the proposed parking layout using angled parking along the east side of Bolker Drive between Sharon Lane and Hemlock Street to continue to address parking needs in the Bolker Park Neighborhood, and to appropriate $8,000 of gas tax funds for the project.
Motion passed 4-0-0-1, as follows:
AYES: Gama, Lopez, Perez, McQueen-Legohn
NOES: None; ABSTAIN: None; ABSENT: Hernandez
Mayor Pro Tern Hernandez returned to the meeting at 9:35 p.m.
10. SENATE BILL (SB) 707 (DURAZO) OPEN MEETINGS: MEETING AND
TELECONFERENCE REQUIREMENTS
Recommendation:
1. Receive and file this SB 707 informational report; and
2. Adopt a Resolution, adopting a Technology Disruption Policy for the disruption of telephonic and internet service during public meetings.
City Clerk Georgianna Alvarez presented the report. City Attorney Paul Early and City Manager Paul Early provided additional input. Questions followed. There were no public comments.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Hernandez, seconded by Councilmember Lopez, to:
1. Receive and file this SB 707 informational report; and
2. Adopt Resolution No. 4588, a Resolution, adopting a Technology Disruption Policy for the disruption of telephonic and internet service during public meetings.
Motion passed 5-0, as follows:
AYES: Gama, Lopez, Perez, Hernandez, McQueen-Legohn
NQES: None; ABSTAIN: None; ABSENT: None
REQUESTS FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS - None.
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS AND REPORTS
City Manager James Vega provided comments and reports regarding the following topics:
• Moranda Park Grand Opening
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• Movies in the Park
• Public Works Departnnent receives the 2025 American Public Works Association Ventura County Chapter Project of the Year Award for “City of Port Hueneme Ventura Road Sewer Force Main Emergency Repair”
• Memorial Day Ceremony and Paddle Out Tribute
• Now Available: Hueneme Beach Parking Permits
• Upcoming Council meeting topics
COUNCILMEMBERS’ REPORTS AND COMMENTS
Council provided comments and reports regarding the following topics:
Councilmember Lopez:
• Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) meeting - attended; discussed preparations for the Olympics and World Cup.
• Ventura County Family Justice Center Foundation 2026 Voices of Hope Gala - attended; honored Congresswoman Julia Brownley and the late Judge Collen Toy White.
Councilmember Perez:
• Meetings - attended; nothing to report.
Councilmember Gama:
• BEACON (Beach Erosion Authority for Clean Oceans and Nourishment) meeting - attended; discussed the budget and unanimously approved a 15% increase; lobbying and funding efforts for dredging cycles.
• Moranda Park - noted increased park use and parking.
• Reel Guppy Outdoors fundraising event - attended.
Mayor Pro Tern Hernandez:
• League of California Cities Channel Counties Dinner - encouraged Council attendance. • BEACON - upcoming meeting to discuss street vendors and motorized bicycles. • Cal State University Channel Islands commencement - attended; recognized honorary degree recipients Javier Gomez and Cynthia Herrera and the many graduates. • Congratulated Adam Vega for graduating Cal Lutheran University. • Ventura County Library Foundation Garden Tour - announced event; tickets available. • Hueneme Housing Inc. - requested update,
o Councilmember Lopez provided an update.
Mayor McQueen-Legohn:
• Ventura County Family Justice Center Foundation 2026 Voices of Hope Gala - attended. • Moranda Park - visited.
• Reel Guppy Annual fundraiser - attended.
• Senior Social - attended.
• Ventura County Summit on Robotics Autonomous Systems - planning to attend. • Cal State Channel Islands Art Show - attended.
• Monthly meetings - attended.
• Ventura County Transportation Commission (VCTC) - reviewed budget.
Gama:
• Invited Axel Stetler, project manager for the Karls project, to attend a future Council meeting.
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ADJOURNMENT
The City Council adjourned at 10:12 p.m. to its next regular meeting scheduled for Monday, June 15, 2026, at 6:30 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted:
(G )rgia[(pa Nicole Alvarez, MMC
City Clerk
Approved this IS’*" day of June, 2026:
Mi rtha R. McQueenJLegohn,)Mayor
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CITY OF PORT HUENEME
Housing Authority Regular Meeting Minutes
Monday, June 1. 2026
Port Hueneme City Hall
250 North Ventura Road, Port Hueneme, CA 93041
6:30 PM Regular Meeting
CALL TO ORDER
At 6:59 p.m., Chair McQueen-Legohn called the Housing Authority meeting to order, immediately following the recess of the City Council meeting.
ROLL CALL
Present: Port Hueneme Housing Authority Members Steven A. Gama, Jess Lopez, and Misty Perez; Vice Chair Laura D. Hernandez; and Chair Martha R. McQueen-Legohn
Absent: Port Hueneme Housing Authority Member Johnny Brown Vacant: One seat
PUBLIC COMMENT - None.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Public Comment: None.
A motion was made by Member Perez, seconded by Member Hernandez, to approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 1 - 2, as presented.
Motion passed 5-0-0-1, as follows:
AYES: Gama, Lopez, Perez, Hernandez, McQueen-Legohn
NOES: None; ABSTAIN: None; ABSENT: Brown
The Housing Authority:
1. MINUTES
Approved the May 4, 2026, Housing Authority Regular Meeting Minutes.
2. REGISTER OF DISBURSEMENTS
Received and filed the Housing Authority’s register of disbursements for the period of April 14, 2026 through May 11, 2026.
HOUSING AUTHORITY PUBLIC HEARING ITEM
3. 2026-2027 PHA ANNUAL PLAN AND CAPITAL FUND BUDGET
Recommendation: Adopt a resolution approving the Housing Authorities 2026-2027 Annual Plan and its Capital Fund budget.
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Authority Clerk affirmed the proof of publication and a complete set of reports and exhibits were on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
Housing Programs Manager Jessica Cerda presented the report. Questions followed.
The public hearing was opened at 7:02 p.m. There were no public comments. The public hearing was closed at 7:02 p.m.
A motion was made by Member Lopez, seconded by Member Perez, to adopt Resolution No. 577, a resolution approving the Housing Authorities 2026-2027 Annual Plan and its Capital Fund budget.
Motion passed 5-0-0-1, by Roll Call Vote, as follows:
AYES: Gama, Lopez, Perez, Hernandez, McQueen-Legohn
NOES: None; ABSTAIN: None; ABSENT: Brown
HOUSING AUTHORITY BUSINESS ITEMS - None
AUTHORITY MEMBERS’ REPORTS & COMMENTS - None
ADJOURNMENT OF THE PORT HUENEME HOUSING AUTHORITY MEETING The Port Hueneme Housing Authority adjourned at 7:03 p.m. to the next regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at 6:30 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted:
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Nicole Alv&r^z, MMC, CPMC
Authority Clerk
Approved this day of September, 2026:
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Mar :ha R. McQueen-Legc hn. Chair L/
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CITY OF PORT HUENEME
City Council, Housing Authority, & Surplus Property Authority Commission Special Joint Meeting Minutes
Monday, June 1. 2026
Port Hueneme City Hall
250 North Ventura Road, Port Hueneme, CA 93041
6:30 PM Regular Meeting
CALL TO ORDER
At 7:04 p.m., Mayor/Chair/President McQueen-Legohn called the special joint meeting to order, immediately following the Housing Authority regular meeting.
ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmembers Steven A. Gama, Jess Lopez, and Misty Perez; Mayor Pro Tern Laura D. Hernandez; and Mayor Martha R. McQueen-Legohn
Present: Port Hueneme Housing Authority Members Steven A. Gama, Jess Lopez, Misty Perez; Vice Chair Laura D. Hernandez; and Chair Martha R. McQueen-Legohn
Present: Surplus Property Authority Commissioners Steven A. Gama, Jess Lopez, and Misty Perez; Vice President Laura D. Hernandez; and President Martha R. McQueen-Legohn
Absent: Port Hueneme Housing Authority Member Johnny Brown Vacant: Qne Port Hueneme Housing Authority Member Seat
PUBLIC HEARING
1. FISCAL YEAR (FY) 2026-27 BUDGET UPDATE
Recommendation: Appropriate and adjust the budget as defined in the FY 2026-27 Proposed Budget Update and Capital Improvement Project (CIP) schedules.
City/Authority/Commission Clerk affirmed the proof of publication and a complete set of reports and exhibits were on file in the Office of the City/Authority/Commission Clerk.
Finance Director Ashley Chaparro presented the report. Questions followed.
The public hearing was opened at 7:32 p.m. There were no public comments. The public hearing was closed at 7:32 p.m.
A motion was made by Councilmember/Member/Commissioner Perez, seconded by Mayor Pro TemA/ice ChairA/ice President Hernandez, to appropriate and adjust the budget as defined in the FY 2026-27 Proposed Budget Update and Capital Improvement Project (CIP) schedules. Discussion followed.
Motion passed 5-0-0-1, by Roll Call Vote of the Housing Authority, as follows:
AYES: Gama, Lopez, Perez, Hernandez, McQueen-Legohn
NQES: None; ABSTAIN: None; ABSENT: Brown
Motion passed 5-0, by Roll Call Vote of the City Council and Surplus Property Authority Commission, as follows:
AYES: Gama, Lopez, Perez, Hernandez, McQueen-Legohn
NQES: None; ABSTAIN: None; ABSENT: None
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ADJOURNMENT OF THE SPECIAL JOINT MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL, HOUSING
AUTHORITY, AND SURPLUS PROPERTY AUTHORITY COMMISSION
The special joint meeting of the City Council, Housing Authority, and Surplus Property Authority Commission adjourned at 7:42 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted:
City/Authority/Commission Clerk
Approved this 8'" day of September, 2026:
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Martha R. McQLjeen|Legol M^or/Chair/Pre|si^nt
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