CITY OF PORT HUENEME
City Council Regular Meeting Minutes
Monday, June 15. 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 (arrived 5:34 p.m.), Misty Perez; Mayor Pro Tern Jess Lopez; Mayor Martha R. McQueen-Legohn.
Absent: None.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Closed session public comments were provided by the following:
• Theo Provencio
• Leonard Castillo
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 5:37 p.m. 6:30 P.M. CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
CALL TO ORDER / FLAG SALUTE
Mayor McQueen-Legohn called the meeting to order at 6:33 p.m. Councilmember Gama 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.
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INSPIRATION
Given by Mayor McQueen-Legohn.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Paul Early provided the closed session report indicating no reportable action.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Public comments were provided in person by the following:
• Rich Rollins
• Johnny Garcia Vasquez
AGENDA APPROVAL FOR CITY COUNCIL
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Hernandez, seconded by Councilmember Perez, and passed unanimously to approve the City Council Agenda of June 15, 2026.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST and LEVINE ACT DISCLOSURES - None
PRESENTATIONS
A. JUNETEENTH PROCLAMATION
Mayor McQueen-Legohn read a proclamation recognizing Juneteenth as a commemoration of freedom, perseverance, and the ongoing pursuit of equality; celebrating the 35*^ Annual Juneteenth Freedom Day Celebration on June 20, 2026; and encouraged all residents to learn about the history and significance of Juneteenth and participate in the celebration in the spirit of freedom, unity, respect, and hope. The proclamation was presented to Bruce Stewart, and Tobbie and Buddy Gibson, of the Juneteenth Celebration Committee of Ventura County.
B. HUENEME BEACH FESTIVAL COMMUNITY INVITATION
Police Support Services Manager Frank Montelongo provided a presentation outlining the upcoming Hueneme Beach Festival, highlighting the scheduled activities and entertainment, and invited the community to attend.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Public Comment: None.
Mayor Pro Tern Hernandez requested to pull Consent Calendar Item No. 7 for discussion.
Councilmember Lopez requested to pull Consent Calendar Item Nos. 3 and 5 for discussion.
A motion was made by Councilmember Perez, seconded by Councilmember Lopez, to pull Consent Calendar Item Nos. 3, 5, and 7, and approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 1, 2, 4, 5 and 6, as presented.
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 June 1, 2026, City Council Regular Meeting Minutes.
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2. REGISTER OF DISBURSEMENTS
Received and filed the City’s register of disbursements for the period of May 12, 2026 through May 25, 2026.
4. BIENNIAL REVIEW OF THE CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE
Directed staff to review the Conflict of Interest Code of the City of Port Hueneme, Housing Authority, Successor Agency Oversight Successor Board, and Surplus Property Authority, to determine if changes are necessary and to submit any changes prior to October 1, 2026.
6. APPROVAL OF A ONE-YEAR GUARDRAIL LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH THE UNITED
STATES DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY
Authorized the City Manager to execute an agreement, approved as to form by the City Attorney, with the United States Department of the Navy for a term of one year for the continued operation, maintenance, inspection, and repair of the guardrail located along eastbound Channel Islands Boulevard between Patterson Road and Ventura Road.
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS PULLED FOR DISCUSSION
3. CONTINUATION OF THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH HUENEME
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT FOR ADMINISTRATION OF THE SCHOOL CROSSING GUARD PROGRAM. AND AWARD OF SOLE SOURCE CONTRACT TO
ALL CITY MANAGEMENT SERVICES FOR CROSSING GUARD SERVICES Recommendation:
1. Continue the Memorandum of Understanding with the Hueneme Elementary School District for the administration of the school crossing guard program for the 2026-2027 school year; and
2. Award a sole-source contract, per Municipal Code Section 2564(a), to All City Management Services (ACMS) for crossing guard services for the 2026-2027 school year in the amount of $107,136.
Police Commander Albertson, Deputy City Manager Charles Peretz, and City Manager James Vega answered clarifying questions.
A motion was made by Councilmember Gama, seconded by Councilmember Perez, to approve Consent Calendar item No. 3, as presented.
Motion passed 5-0, as follows:
AYES: Gama, Lopez, Perez, Hernandez, McQueen-Legohn
NOES: None; ABSTAIN: None; ABSENT: None
5. INTERIM POLICY FOR PROCESSING RESIDENTIAL PROJECTS UNDER STATE
HOUSING LAW
Recommendation: Receive and file the memorandum establishing interim policy direction for the processing of residential development projects consistent with Government Code Section 65583.2, subdivisions (c), (h), and (i), pending adoption of related zoning ordinance amendments.
City Manager James Vega answered clarifying questions.
A motion was made by Councilmember Lopez, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Hernandez, to approve Consent Calendar item No. 5, as presented.
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AYES; Gama, Lopez, Perez, Hernandez, McQueen-Legohn
NOES: None; ABSTAIN: None; ABSENT: None
7. 2026 ANNUAL HUENEME HERO AWARD
Recommendation: Approve the Citizens Advisory Commission (CAC) recommendation to recognize the volunteers involved with the weekly clean-up of Hueneme Beach as the recipients of the 2026 Hueneme Hero Award.
Deputy City Manager Charles Peretz answered clarifying questions. City Manager James Vega provided additional input.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Hernandez, seconded by Councilmember Lopez, to approve the CAC’s recommendation to recognize the volunteers involved with the weekly clean-up of Hueneme Beach as the recipients of the 2026 Hueneme Hero Award and to direct staff to schedule a Council review of the Hueneme Hero Award policy criteria and provide direction to the CAC within the next couple of months.
Motion passed 5-0, as follows:
AYES: Gama, Lopez, Perez, Hernandez, McQueen-Legohn
NOES: None; ABSTAIN: None; ABSENT: None
PUBLIC HEARINGS
8. LEVY AND COLLECTION OF THE ANNUAL ASSESSMENTS FOR ASSESSMENT DISTRICTS NO. 87-1. ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 91-1. AND ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 95-3: AND, AGREEMENT WITH THE VENTURA COUNTY AUDITORCONTROLLER FOR BILLING OF DIRECT ASSESSMENTS Recommendation:
1. Adopt a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Port Hueneme, California, Ordering the Levy and Collection of Assessments within the Lighting Maintenance Assessment District No. 87-1 for the Fiscal Year Beginning July 1, 2026, and Ending June 30, 2027, Pursuant to the Landscape and Lighting Act of 1972;
2. Adopt a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Port Hueneme, California, Ordering the Levy and Collection of Assessments within the Parkway and Median Assessment District No. 91-1 for the Fiscal Year Beginning July 1, 2026, and Ending June 30, 2027, Pursuant to the Landscape Lighting Act of 1972;
3. Adopt a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Port Hueneme, California, Ordering the Levy and Collection of Assessments within the Port Hueneme Drainage Maintenance Assessment District No. 95-3 for the Fiscal Year Beginning July 1,2026, and Ending June 30, 2027, Pursuant to the Landscape and Lighting Act of 1972; and
4. Authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement with the Ventura County AuditorController for the billing of direct assessment.
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.
Public Works Director Fred Camarillo presented the report. Questions followed.
The public hearing was opened at 7:36 p.m. There were no public comments. The public hearing was closed at 7:36 p.m.
A motion was made by Councilmember Perez, seconded by Councilmember Lopez, to:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 4589, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Port Hueneme, California, Ordering the Levy and Collection of Assessments within the CC Regular Meeting Minutes - June 15, 2026, Page 4 of 7 Lighting Maintenance Assessment District No. 87-1 for the Fiscal Year Beginning July 1, 2026, and Ending June 30, 2027, Pursuant to the Landscape and Lighting Act of 1972;
2. Adopt Resolution No. 4590, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Port Hueneme, California, Ordering the Levy and Collection of Assessments within the Parkway and Median Assessment District No. 91-1 for the Fiscal Year Beginning July 1, 2026, and Ending June 30, 2027, Pursuant to the Landscape Lighting Act of 1972;
3. Adopt Resolution No. 4591, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Port Hueneme, California, Ordering the Levy and Collection of Assessments within the Port Hueneme Drainage Maintenance Assessment District No. 95-3 for the Fiscal Year Beginning July 1, 2026, and Ending June 30, 2027, Pursuant to the Landscape and Lighting Act of 1972; and
4. Authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement with the Ventura County Auditor-Controller for the billing of direct assessment.
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
9. PUBLIC HEARING AND ADOPTION OF 2025 URBAN WATER MANAGEMENT PLAN
RESOLUTION
Recommendation: At the close of the Public Hearing, adopt the attached 2025 Urban Water Management Plan Resolution for management of the City’s water resources.
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.
Public Works Director Fred Camarillo provided a brief overview. Jake Comer of West & Associates Engineering. Inc. gave a combined presentation on the Urban Water Management Plan and the Water Shortage Contingency Plan, addressing Public Hearing Item Nos. 9 and 10. Questions were asked and answered throughout the presentation.
The public hearing was opened at 8:08 p.m. There were no public comments. The public hearing was closed at 8:08 p.m.
A motion was made by Councilmember Lopez, seconded by Mayor McQueen-Legohn, to adopt Resolution No. 4592, adopting the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan for management of the City’s water resources.
Motion passed 5-0, by Roll Call Vote, as follows:
AYES: Gama, Lopez, Perez, Hernandez, McQueen-Legohn
NOES: None; ABSTAIN: None; ABSENT: None
10. PUBLIC HEARING AND ADOPTION OF 2025 WATER SHORTAGE CONTINGENCY
PLAN RESOLUTION
Recommendation: At the close of the Public Hearing, adopt the attached 2025 Water Shortage Contingency Plan Resolution for management of the City’s water resources.
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.
The presentation was provided under the preceding public hearing item as part of a combined presentation addressing both plans.
CC Regular Meeting Minutes - June 15, 2026, Page 5 of 7 The public hearing was opened at 8; 10 p.m. There were no public comments. The public hearing was closed at 8:10 p.m.
A motion was made by Councilmember Gama, seconded by Councilmember Perez, to adopt Resolution No. 4593, adopting the 2025 Water Shortage Contingency Plan for management of the City’s water resources. Comments followed.
Motion passed 5-0, by Roll Call Vote, as follows:
AYES: Gama, Lopez, Perez, Hernandez, McQueen-Legohn
NOES: None; ABSTAIN: None; ABSENT: None
BUSINESS ITEMS
11. DISCUSSION OF PROPOSED SHORT-TERM RENTAL REGULATIONS AND
DIRECTION REGARDING A REVISED ORDINANCE
Recommendation: Discuss the proposed short-term rental regulatory framework, with particular focus on posting and notification requirements, and provide direction to staff regarding any desired revisions to be incorporated into a revised short-term rental ordinance for future consideration.
City Manager James Vega presented the report. Questions followed.
Public comments were provided in person by the following:
• Patricia La Penn
• Pat Berberich
• Paul Quigley
Written public comments had been received.
Discussion followed.
Council directed staff to return with an Ordinance incorporating Option B - Neighbor Notification Requirement, including short-term rental specific penalties, corporate prohibition language, and consideration of a one-year review following implementation.
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 Playground Grand Opening
• 2027 Hazard Mitigation Plan Public Workshop
• Hueneme Beach Festival
• Upcoming Council meeting topics
COUNCILMEMBERS’ REPORTS AND COMMENTS
Council provided comments and reports regarding the following topics:
Councilmember Lopez:
• Event attended - Moranda Park Playground Grand Reopening. • Hueneme Housing Inc. meeting - update on financial administrative policy, elevator ADA modifications, nonprofit status.
• Veterans Ad Hoc Committee - banner program update.
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• No reports.
Councilmember Gama:
• Events attended - Moranda Park Grand Reopening, Museum of Ventura County Parallel Histories: Ventura County during the U.S. Revolution exhibits. • Turnkey Turf - requested presentation update.
• Upcoming event - Hueneme Beach Festival.
Mayor Pro Tern Hernandez:
• Event attended - Moranda Park Grand Opening.
• Legislative Committees update - working on compiling an update for staff. • Duck feeding concerns email - discussed potential solution with Audubon Society. • Future Agenda Item Request - noted intent to submit a proclamation request.
Mayor McQueen-Legohn:
• Events attended: Soroptimist event; Ventura County Pride Proclamation and Flag raising ceremony; Museum of Ventura County Parallel Histories: Ventura County during the U.S.
Revolution exhibits; Ventura County Community Summit on Robotics Autonomous Systems; Moranda Park Ribbon Cutting; and Oxnard State of the City. • Meetings - attended.
ADJOURNMENT
The City Council adjourned at 9:16 p.m. to its next regular meeting scheduled for Monday, July 20, 2026, at 6:30 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted:
Approved this 20’^ day of July, 2026:
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