San Buenaventura (Ventura), California

City Council

The Ventura City Council will hold public hearings and consider adopting a new Tree Protection Ordinance that replaces the existing chapter and adds regulations, permit fees, and civil penalties. The council will also vote on consent items including a $900,000 encampment cleanup contract, a $547,500 increase for legal services in a lawsuit, and appointments to commissions. Formal items include accepting an additional $1.5 million grant for the Surfers Point Phase II project and receiving updates on strategic priorities.

• Public hearing on new Tree Protection Ordinance (Chapter 20.155 and 24.582) with fees and penalties
• Consent item: $900,000 encampment cleanup services agreement with Woods Maintenance Services Inc.
• Consent item: $547,500 increase to legal services agreement for Padilla v. City lawsuit
• Formal item: Accept $1.5 million additional state grant for Surfers Point Phase II project
• Consent item: Appointments to Parks & Recreation and Arts & Culture commissions

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Commission will review and discuss its current Workplan to add status updates or revisions. The body will also consider the approval of meeting minutes from June 10, 2026.

• Approval of June 10, 2026, meeting minutes
• Review and discussion of the Parks & Recreation Commission Workplan

Historic Preservation Committee

The Historic Preservation Committee will consider approving a letter of support for the Citywide Historic Context Statement and Survey, to be presented at the July 14 City Council meeting. The committee will also vote on minutes from its April and June meetings.

• Approval of draft minutes from April 9 and June 11, 2026 meetings
• Discussion and possible approval of letter supporting Citywide Historic Context Statement and Survey
• Direction to staff to attach letter to July 14 City Council staff report

Design Review Committee

The Design Review Committee will consider a Major Design Review, Planned Development Permit, and Minor Variance for a new 36,870-square-foot industrial building with a 5,730-square-foot mezzanine at APN 084-0-132-365. Consent items include approval of May 6 minutes and continuances of the Alameda Avenue Apartments (44 units at 1931 Alameda Avenue) and The Lineup redevelopment (51-71 Oak Street) to July 21, 2026.

• Approval of draft minutes from May 6, 2026 meeting
• Continuance of 44-unit Alameda Avenue Apartments at 1931 Alameda Avenue to July 21
• Continuance of The Lineup redevelopment at 51 S Oak Street to July 21
• Formal item: 36,870 sq ft industrial building with mezzanine and reduced front yard setback at APN 084-0-132-365

Council Committee Reviewing City Hall East Boiler Project

This committee will receive a staff presentation on cost analysis and alternatives for replacing the City Hall East boilers, then discuss and provide a recommendation to the City Council. No other business is scheduled.

• Discussion on City Hall East Boiler Replacement Project with cost analysis and alternatives

The City Council Committee Reviewing the City Hall East Boiler Project discussed cost analysis and alternatives. By a 2-1 vote, the committee recommended that the City Council proceed with the heat pump option and reallocate funding from the Police and Fire Headquarters Capital Improvement Project.

• Recommended heat pump option for City Hall East boiler replacement by reallocating Police and Fire Headquarters CIP funding (2-1)

City Council

This special meeting includes a closed session for three pending lawsuits, consent items on public participation and firefighter ocean rescue pay, and a public hearing on the appeal of the Thompson Court Apartments project. The Council is recommended to deny the appeal and uphold the Planning Commission's approval of a 75-unit apartment building with eight very low-income units at 1655 East Thompson Boulevard.

• Appeal of Planning Commission approval for 75-unit Thompson Court Apartments at 1655 E Thompson Blvd (includes 8 very low-income units)
• Resolution determining reasonable efforts to encourage public participation in City Council meetings
• Side Letter of Agreement with Ventura City Firefighters' Association on ocean rescue pay to align with CalPERS requirements
• Closed session on three existing lawsuits: Nunez v. City, Kimball v. City, Seawright v. City

The City Council denied the appeal and upheld the Planning Commission's approval of the Thompson Court Apartments, a 75-unit multifamily project with eight very low-income units at 1655 East Thompson Boulevard, by a 5-2 vote. The council also approved consent items including a resolution on public participation efforts and a side letter aligning ocean rescue pay for firefighters with CalPERS requirements. Closed session litigation items had no reportable action.

• Adopted Resolution 2026-44 determining reasonable efforts for public participation in meetings (unanimous)
• Authorized side letter agreement with Ventura City Firefighters’ Association on ocean rescue pay to align with CalPERS (unanimous)
• Denied appeal of Thompson Court Apartments project (75 units, 8 very low-income) at 1655 E Thompson Blvd and upheld Planning Commission approval (5-2; Mangone and Campos opposed)
• Closed session: No reportable action on three litigation items (Nunez, Kimball, Seawright)

Director's Hearing (Administrative Hearing)

The Director's Hearing will consider a request for a Use Permit to allow an Indoor Sports and Recreation use in a portion of a building at 4450 Dupont Ct, and a Minor Variance to reduce required parking from 38 to 15 spaces. The consent item includes approval of the June 15, 2026 meeting minutes.

• Item 2: Ventura Ninja Academy – Use Permit for indoor sports/recreation in 7,584 sq ft of a 20,688 sq ft building at 4450 Dupont Ct
• Minor Variance to reduce parking from 38 to 15 spaces for the Indoor Sports use
• Located in Manufacturing Planned Development (M-P-D) zone, General Industrial land use designation

The Hearing Officer approved a use permit for an indoor sports and recreation use (Ventura Ninja Academy) at 4450 Dupont Ct, along with a minor variance to reduce required parking from 38 to 15 spaces. The approval was adopted as Resolution No. CD-2026-35 with a revised condition specifying operating hours: Monday-Friday 3-8 PM, Saturday-Sunday 8 AM-5 PM, with intermittent extended hours for special events. The meeting minutes from June 15, 2026, were also approved.

• Approved meeting minutes from June 15, 2026
• Approved Resolution No. CD-2026-35 for Ventura Ninja Academy use permit and parking variance (UP-04-26-0110, V-05-26-0062)
• Adopted revised Condition 19: operating hours as stated in application with intermittent extended hours for special events

Appointments Recommendation Committee

The Appointments Recommendation Committee will conduct interviews and make recommendations to fill two vacancies on the Parks & Recreation Commission and three vacancies on the Arts & Culture Commission. The committee will also vote on approving minutes from the prior special meeting. No other business is scheduled.

• Interviews for two upcoming vacancies on Parks & Recreation Commission
• Interviews for three upcoming vacancies on Arts & Culture Commission
• Approval of minutes from May 28, 2026 special meeting

The Appointments Recommendation Committee approved minutes from May 28, 2026, and made recommendations to fill vacancies on the Parks & Recreation and Arts & Culture Commissions. Patty Overley and Tanner Shelton (reappointment) were recommended for Parks & Recreation; Laura Mullen, Friday Treur, and Rafael Perea de la Cabada (reappointment) for Arts & Culture. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved minutes from May 28, 2026 Special Meeting (all ayes)
• Recommended appointment of Patty Overley to Parks & Recreation Commission (all ayes)
• Recommended reappointment of Tanner Shelton to Parks & Recreation Commission (all ayes)
• Recommended appointment of Laura Mullen to Arts & Culture Commission (all ayes)
• Recommended appointment of Friday Treur to Arts & Culture Commission (all ayes)
• Recommended reappointment of Rafael Perea de la Cabada to Arts & Culture Commission (all ayes)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider recommending to the City Council amendments to the Local Coastal Program Implementation Plan and Municipal Code to consolidate, clarify, and streamline public notice requirements. The changes aim to establish consistent noticing across entitlement types and update rules for mailed, published, posted, and electronic notice. A consent item to approve the June 17, 2026 meeting minutes is also on the agenda.

• Public hearing on PROJ-26-1129: citywide amendments to public notice procedures in the Local Coastal Program Implementation Plan and Title 24 of the Municipal Code
• Approval of draft minutes from June 17, 2026 meeting

City Council

The council will first meet in closed session to discuss a lawsuit, labor negotiations with multiple unions, and the city manager's performance evaluation. The regular meeting consists of a consent calendar with 13 items, notably amendments to three landscape maintenance agreements worth a combined $7.76 million, a software license renewal with Tyler Technologies for $415,024, and a workers' compensation claims administration contract for $917,065. Other items include legal service extensions, intergovernmental agreements for animal control and medical center services, and a mobile home rent stabilization report.

• Amendments to landscape maintenance agreements: Garcia’s Landscaping ($1,931,421), Natural Green ($1,704,257), and Sunridge Landscape ($4,125,058)
• Ninth Amendment to Tyler Technologies EnerGov software license, not to exceed $415,024
• Professional services agreement with Athens Administrators for workers' comp claims, $917,065 plus $10,000 surcharge
• Second Amendment to legal services for Guzman litigation, $390,000
• Agreement with County for Ventura County Medical Center services, $677,498

The Ventura City Council approved a series of consent items, including legal service agreements, landscape maintenance contracts, and agreements with the County of Ventura for medical and animal services. The meeting began with a closed session and concluded with the approval of the consent agenda.

• Approved Second Amendment to Legal Services Agreement P2023-025 with Wood & Finck ($390,000)
• Approved Second Amendment to Legal Services Agreement 2023-103 with Haverkamp Law, APC ($88,000)
• Approved City Council Minutes for May 12, 2026 and May 19, 2026
• Approved Third Amendment to Professional Services Agreement 2021-031 with John Kaliski Architects, Inc. ($207,742)
• Adopted Resolution acknowledging receipt of Fiscal Year 2027 Statement of Investment Policy
• Approved Professional Services Agreement with Athens Administrators for Workers’ Compensation ($917,065)
• Approved Ninth Amendment to License and Services Migration Agreement 2018-023 with Tyler Technologies, Inc. ($2,161,192)
• Approved Amendments to General Services Agreements for Landscape Maintenance Services

Water Commission

The Water Commission will recommend City Council approve a $35,000 increase to the Customer Assistance Program, raising the annual cap to $110,000. They will also review and provide feedback on a proposed ordinance amending water waste prohibitions to comply with Assembly Bill 1572. Additionally, they will adopt their Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Work Plan and consider the Final Draft 2026 Comprehensive Water Resources Report, which recommends confirming no water shortage stage is triggered.

• Recommend $35,000 increase to Customer Assistance Program (total not-to-exceed $110,000)
• Recommend adoption of ordinance amending Chapter 22.170 on water waste and compliance with AB 1572
• Adopt FY 2026-2027 Work Plan and accomplishments
• Receive Final Draft 2026 Comprehensive Water Resources Report; recommend no water shortage stage
• Approve minutes of May 18, 2026 meeting

Parking Advisory Committee

This meeting of the Parking Advisory Committee includes a staff presentation on the upcoming rollout of new parking meters and a financial update on the Citywide Parking Authority. The committee will also consider approving minutes from the April 16 regular meeting. All items are advisory in nature.

• Approval of minutes from April 16 regular meeting
• Staff presentation on new parking meter rollout
• Staff presentation on Citywide Parking Authority financial update

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed Tree Protection Ordinance (PROJ-26-1105) that would replace the emergency tree ordinance with new rules for trimming and removal citywide, and amend zoning regulations. The commission may also receive and file the 2025 Housing Element Annual Progress Report, which was approved by HCD on April 16, 2026, and tracks housing production and RHNA goals. Consent items include approval of the May 27, 2026 meeting minutes.

• Public hearing on PROJ-26-1105 Tree Protection Ordinance (citywide) to regulate tree trimming and removal
• Recommendation to City Council to adopt amendments to San Buenaventura Municipal Code Titles 20 and 24
• Recommendation to submit Local Coastal Program Amendment to the California Coastal Commission
• Receive and file 2025 Housing Element Annual Progress Report (HCD-approved April 16, 2026)
• Approval of draft minutes from the May 27, 2026 Planning Commission meeting

The Planning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend the City Council adopt a new Tree Protection Ordinance, replacing the existing emergency tree ordinance and adding permit requirements. The commission also requested staff return with a detailed community outreach plan. Other actions included approval of prior minutes and receiving the Housing Element Annual Progress Report.

• Approved May 27, 2026 meeting minutes (3-0-2, with two abstentions)
• Received and filed the Housing Element Annual Progress Report
• Approved Resolution CD-2026-28 recommending City Council submit Local Coastal Program amendment for tree protection (5-0)
• Approved Resolution CD-2026-29 recommending City Council adopt amendments to Titles 20 and 24 for a new Tree Protection Ordinance (5-0)

Housing and Homelessness Subcommittee

The Housing and Homelessness Subcommittee will consider recommending to City Council a new ordinance that amends Title 24 of the Municipal Code, the Downtown Specific Plan, Parklands Specific Plan, and Saticoy & Wells Development Code. The changes aim to comply with recent state housing laws concerning emergency shelters, transitional housing, supportive housing, Low Barrier Navigation Centers, and group care facilities, implementing Housing Element Program 19. The subcommittee will also hear updates on an Encampment Resolution Funding (ERF) Round 5 grant proposal and a presentation from Mercy House ARCH, both for information only.

• Approval of minutes from May 20, 2026 regular meeting
• Ordinance to amend Title 24 and multiple specific plans to establish regulations for emergency shelters, transitional housing, supportive housing, low barrier navigation centers, and group care
• Authorize staff to initiate a Local Coastal Program Implementation Plan Amendment (LCPA) for the same code changes
• Update on Encampment Resolution Funding (ERF) Round 5 grant proposal
• Presentation from Mercy House ARCH

The Housing and Homelessness Subcommittee voted unanimously to recommend to City Council an ordinance that would amend city codes to comply with recent state housing laws regarding emergency shelters, transitional housing, supportive housing, Low Barrier Navigation Centers, and group care facilities. The committee also directed staff to further explore where by-right emergency shelter areas can be located within the city. The minutes from the May 20, 2026 meeting were approved as well.

• Approved minutes of May 20, 2026 meeting (3-0)
• Recommended to City Council the ordinance amending Title 24, Downtown Specific Plan, Parklands Specific Plan, and Saticoy & Wells Development Code for emergency shelters, transitional housing, supportive housing, Low Barrier Navigation Centers, and group care (3-0)
• Directed staff to further explore where by-right emergency shelter area can be located within the city

Director's Hearing (Administrative Hearing)

The Director's Hearing will consider seven items, including a coastal development permit for a 6,848 sq ft commercial mixed-use building in the harbor, a use permit and variance for an indoor sports facility, and a major design review for a cafe with drive-through. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and a continuance request. Public comment is accepted in person, via Zoom, or by email.

• Derecktor Ventura re-approval for a 6,848 sq ft commercial mixed-use building, façade changes, and parking lot improvements at 1644 Anchors Way
• Makenna Koffee cafe with drive-through and outdoor seating at 2148 Harbor Boulevard (Major Design Review, Coastal Development Permit, etc.)
• Arco Carwash 1,440 sq ft addition with setback and parking variances at 605 S Mills Road
• Ventura Ninja Academy use permit for indoor sports with parking reduction from 38 to 15 spaces at 4450 Dupont Court
• Minor variance for a 306 sq ft addition within rear setback at 278 Burl Avenue

The Hearing Officer approved four development permits and two minor variances for commercial and residential projects. One project was continued to a future date. The officer added specific conditions to two approved projects regarding noise and design.

• Approved Derecktor Ventura project (Resolution CD-2026-30)
• Approved Harmala Residence addition (Resolution CD-2026-31)
• Continued Ventura Ninja Academy to June 29, 2026
• Approved 278 Burl Avenue minor variance (Resolution CD-2026-32)
• Approved Arco Carwash with noise conditions (Resolution CD-2026-33)
• Approved Makenna Koffee with design conditions (Resolution CD-2026-34)
• Approved meeting minutes from May 11, 2026
• Next hearing scheduled for June 29, 2026

Historic Preservation Committee

The committee will conduct a historic design review of proposed demolition of a 11,027-square-foot bank building at 2497 Harbor Boulevard. It will also consider approval of a four-story mixed-use building with 20 residential units (3 affordable) at 624 N Ventura Avenue. Additionally, the committee will recommend the City Council adopt the 2025 Citywide Historic Context Statement and Survey.

• Demolition of bank building at Marina Village Shopping Center, 2497 Harbor Blvd – historic impact review
• 20-unit mixed-use building at 624 N Ventura Avenue with 3 affordable units and 3 ground-floor commercial spaces
• Lot line adjustment and planned development permit for 624 N Ventura Avenue
• Recommendation to adopt the 2025 Citywide Historic Context Statement and Survey
• Approval of minutes from April 9, 2026 meeting

Economic Development Subcommittee

The Economic Development Subcommittee will receive presentations and provide feedback on outreach objectives for the Waterfront Project property, pursue Opportunity Zone 2.0 designation, and review the 2025-2030 Economic Development Strategy work plan. Other items include an update on economic indicator data and routine approval of prior meeting minutes. No final decisions are expected beyond feedback and direction.

• Waterfront Project property outreach objectives and stakeholder engagement discussion
• Opportunity Zones 2.0 update and potential pursuit
• Economic Development Strategy Work Plan status update for 2025-2030 goals
• Economic Indicator Data Report update (information item only)

The Economic Development Subcommittee approved staff to pursue Opportunity Zones 2.0 and approved the minutes from the April 9, 2026, meeting. The committee also received and filed presentations on the Waterfront Project outreach and the Economic Development Strategy Work Plan.

• Approved April 9, 2026, minutes (All ayes)
• Approved pursuing Opportunity Zones 2.0 (All ayes)
• Received and filed Waterfront Project outreach presentation
• Received and filed Economic Development Strategy Work Plan update
• Received and filed Economic Indicator Data Report update
• Received and filed Economic Development Focused Updates

Arts & Culture Commission

The Arts & Culture Commission meets on June 11, 2026. The supplemental information packet includes public comments received in support of the Adams Artist Team’s “Windows to the Sea” proposal for Surfers Point, which is listed as Agenda Item #3 at the June 11 City Council meeting. The Commission may consider these comments as part of its review. The agenda appears otherwise procedural with no other substantive items provided.

• Public comment from a filmmaker supports Adams Artist Team's 'Windows to the Sea' interactive sculpture at Surfers Point, citing its appeal across generations and inclusion of Chumash elements.
• Online public comment form supports the Adams Team design for incorporating Chumash elements and honoring the Shisholop Village Site at Surfers Point.

Arts & Culture Commission

The Arts & Culture Commission will consider a consent item to approve minutes from the April 9, 2026 meeting. The main action is reviewing and approving an artist or artist team and their design rendering for the Surfers Point, Phase II Public Art Tile/Mosaic Sculpture Project. The commission will also receive a presentation from the Cultural Planning Group on the Community Needs Assessment and Grant Evaluation Summary to inform the Arts and Culture Policy Project.

• Approve minutes of April 9, 2026 regular meeting
• Receive presentation and provide feedback on Community Needs Assessment and grant program redesign for the Arts and Culture Policy Project
• Approve artist and design rendering from shortlist for Surfers Point Phase II tile/mosaic sculpture project

The Arts & Culture Commission selected Joe Adams, Larissa Strauss, and Paul Lindhard as the artist team for the Surfers Point, Phase II Public Art Tile/Mosaic Sculpture Project. The commission also approved the April 9, 2026, meeting minutes and received a presentation on the Arts and Culture Policy Project.

• Approved April 9, 2026, meeting minutes (6-0-1)
• Selected artist team Joe Adams, Larissa Strauss, and Paul Lindhard for Surfers Point Public Art Project (7-0-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

This meeting of the Parks & Recreation Commission consists solely of receiving public comments submitted via online forms. No decisions or proposals are on the agenda. Comments address safety and maintenance issues at Junipero Serra Park, Belaire Linear Park, and Kennebec, as well as a proposal to build futsal/basketball courts at heavy traffic locations like Kimball Park.

• Public comment about futsal/basketball courts at Kimball Park to address soccer field space
• Public comment about Junipero Serra Park kiddie area closed for over a year
• Public comment about Belaire Linear Park on Petit half closed due to broken parts
• Public comment about Kennebec park flooring ripped, causing injuries

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will discuss and vote on a recommendation to the City Council regarding a proposed Tree Protection Ordinance. They will also review and update their workplan, and approve minutes from the April 8 meeting.

• Receive and review proposed Tree Protection Ordinance and Resource Guide
• Discuss ordinance and adopt recommendation to City Council
• Review and update Parks & Recreation Commission Workplan
• Approve minutes of April 8, 2026 regular meeting

The Commission unanimously approved the Tree Protection Ordinance with several adjustments, including added flexibility for replacement planting, inclusion of valley oak, CA bay laurel, cottonwood, and black walnut as protected species, and tiered in-lieu fees. The minutes from the April 8, 2026 meeting were also approved. The Commission discussed but took no action on the workplan.

• Approved April 8, 2026 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved Tree Protection Ordinance with amendments to Sec. 20.155.70A3, species list, and in-lieu fee structure (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on the Fiscal Year 2027 Operating and Capital Improvement Budget and the Foul Weather Shelter Program budget, and is expected to adopt the budgets and updated Inclusionary Housing in-lieu fees. The Council will also consider authorizing a $6.6 million SAFER grant application for 11 firefighter paramedics and approving $1.37 million in HOME-ARP funding for the Pasteur Court Apartments. Consent items include amendments to the glue trap ordinance, committee appointments, and contract amendments for the Foothill Tanks Rehabilitation and Main Street Bridge Replacement projects.

• Public hearing and adoption of FY2027 Operating and Capital Improvement Budget
• $6,600,000 SAFER grant application for 11 firefighter paramedics
• $1,369,513 HOME-ARP preliminary award for Pasteur Court Apartments
• Ordinance amendment to exclude insect adhesive traps from glue trap ban
• Fourth Amendment to agreement for Main Street Bridge Replacement (extend to May 31, 2027)

The City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2027 operating and capital improvement budget, including the Foul Weather Shelter Program, and adopted an ordinance clarifying the sale and use of glue traps. The council also appointed members to various commissions and approved amendments to contracts for bridge and tank rehabilitation projects.

• Approved FY 2027 Operating and Capital Improvement Budget (All Ayes)
• Adopted ordinance clarifying glue trap sale and use (All Ayes)
• Appointed Crawford Coates to Water Commission (All Ayes)
• Reappointed Katherine Simonson and Barbara Keller to Ventura Housing Board (All Ayes)
• Appointed Eric Berg to Design Review Committee (All Ayes)
• Approved $66,000 contract amendment for Foothill Tanks Rehabilitation (All Ayes)
• Approved $1,369,513 HOME ARPA funding for Pasteur Court Apartments (All Ayes)
• Approved Street Lighting District No. 36 assessment rates for FY 2027 (All Ayes)

City Council Rules Committee

The regular Rules Committee meeting scheduled for June 8, 2026, has been cancelled. No agenda items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled as posted by Assistant City Clerk Keely Royas

Finance, Audit & Budget Committee

The Finance, Audit & Budget Committee will consider approving the minutes from its April 23, 2026 special meeting and receive a presentation on the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 Operating and Capital Improvement Budget, providing feedback to staff. No final adoption of the budget is scheduled for this meeting.

• Approval of minutes from April 23, 2026 special meeting
• Workshop on Fiscal Year 2027 Proposed Operating and Capital Improvement Budget

The committee approved the minutes from the April 23, 2026 special meeting. Members received a staff presentation and provided feedback regarding the proposed FY 2027 Operating and Capital Improvement Budget.

• Approved April 23, 2026 Special Meeting minutes (All Ayes)

Design Review Committee

The Design Review Committee's regular meeting scheduled for June 3, 2026 has been cancelled. No new business will be discussed. The next regular meeting is July 1, 2026.

• Meeting cancelled by Community Development Director Rachel Dimond on May 22, 2026

City Council

The Council will consider resolutions to call a Nov 3, 2026 general municipal election for City Council seats in Districts 1, 4, 5, and 6 and to place a transactions and use tax measure on the ballot requiring a two-thirds supermajority. Consent items include second readings of ordinances to ban the sale of nitrous oxide and kratom, and to end contributions from water and wastewater capital projects to the public art fund.

• Call for Nov 3, 2026 election for four Council seats and a city revenue measure (transactions and use tax requiring 2/3 supermajority)
• Second reading: ordinance prohibiting sale of nitrous oxide outside legitimate uses (Chapter 8.430)
• Second reading: ordinance banning sales of kratom within the city (replacing Chapter 8.420)
• First Amendment to CD2025-13 with Downtown Ventura Partners, adding $100,000 for homeless outreach (new total $150,000, term extended to June 30, 2028)
• Resolution adopting annual assessment renewal for Downtown Ventura Property-Based Business Improvement District for FY 2027

The City Council approved consent items including bans on nitrous oxide and kratom sales, ended water/wastewater contributions to the public art fund, increased a homeless outreach contract by $100,000, and adopted election resolutions. A resolution to place a transactions and use tax measure on the November 2026 ballot failed on a 3-4 vote. Council received a report on Assembly Bill 1572 outreach with no action taken.

• Approved nitrous oxide sales ban (Ordinance 2026-10) as part of consent agenda (all ayes)
• Approved kratom sales ban (Ordinance 2026-11) as part of consent agenda (all ayes)
• Approved ending water/wastewater CIP contributions to Public Art Fund (Ordinance 2026-12) as part of consent agenda (all ayes)
• Approved $100,000 increase to homeless outreach contract with Downtown Ventura Partners (Agreement CD2025-13.1) as part of consent agenda (all ayes; Campos no vote recorded)
• Approved City event support for Jackalope Block Party Ventura 2027 and 2028 (Resolution 2026-27) as part of consent agenda (all ayes; Campos no vote recorded)
• Approved election resolutions calling November 2026 general municipal election for four council seats (Resolutions 2026-30, 2026-31, 2026-32) (all ayes)
• Failed motion to approve City Revenue Measure Resolution for a transactions and use tax (3-4)
• Approved annual assessment renewal for Downtown Ventura Property-Based Business Improvement District (Resolution 2026-28) as part of consent agenda (all ayes)

Appointments Recommendation Committee

The Appointments Recommendation Committee will hold a special meeting to interview candidates for one vacancy on the Water Commission, two vacancies on the Ventura Housing Board, and consider a recommendation for a vacancy on the Design Review Committee. The committee will also approve minutes from the January 20, 2026 special meeting.

• Interview and recommendation for one Water Commission vacancy
• Interviews and recommendations for two Ventura Housing Board vacancies
• Discussion and recommendation for a Design Review Committee vacancy
• Approval of minutes from the January 20, 2026 special meeting

The Appointments Recommendation Committee approved the minutes from its January meeting and recommended four candidates to fill vacancies on the Water Commission, Ventura Housing Board, and Design Review Committee. Councilmember Duran was absent for all votes.

• Approved January 20, 2026, Committee minutes (2-0)
• Recommended Crawford Coates to Water Commission (2-0)
• Recommended Katherine Simonson to Ventura Housing Board (2-0)
• Recommended Barbara Keller to Ventura Housing Board (2-0)
• Recommended Eric Berg to Design Review Committee (2-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a Coastal Development Permit, Major Design Review, and Density Bonus Waivers/Concessions for a 75-unit for-rent apartment building at 1655 East Thompson Boulevard, including eight very-low-income units. Commissioners will also consider continuing a Tree Protection Ordinance amendment to June 17, 2026, and recommend a Program 19 ordinance amendment to align city codes with state housing laws for emergency shelters and supportive housing.

• 75-unit apartment project (Thompson Court Apartments) at 1655 East Thompson Boulevard, with 8 very-low-income units, seeking waivers for height (up to 50.5 ft/3.5 stories) and parking reduction (from 107 to 57 spaces)
• Proposed Tree Protection Ordinance amendment (PROJ-26-1105) to replace existing emergency tree ordinance; continued to June 17, 2026
• Program 19 Supportive Housing ordinance amendment to update zoning for emergency shelters, transitional housing, supportive housing, and Low Barrier Navigation Centers
• Coastal Development Permit, Lot Line Adjustment, and Major Design Review requested for the Thompson Court development
• Consent item: Approval of April 22, 2026 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission denied a Coastal Development Permit for the Thompson Court Apartments at 1655 E Thompson Boulevard, but approved a resolution recommending the City Council adopt housing regulations for shelters and supportive housing. The meeting was continued past 10 p.m. to complete the agenda.

• Continued Tree Protection Ordinance to June 17, 2026
• Denied Coastal Development Permit for Thompson Court Apartments (2-3)
• Continued meeting past 10 p.m. (5-0)
• Approved Resolution recommending City Council adopt housing regulations (4-0)

Committee Reviewing City Council Standing Committees

The Committee Reviewing City Council Standing Committees will discuss potential modifications to the Historic Preservation Committee and Design Review Committee, including structure and roles. They will also receive a presentation on aligning advisory bodies with the City Council's Public Safety strategic priority. The committee will vote on approving meeting minutes from April 7 and May 5, 2026.

• Discussion and feedback on Historic Preservation Committee and Design Review Committee structure and future modifications
• Discussion on advisory body alignment with the City Council Strategic Priority of Public Safety
• Approval of committee minutes from April 7, 2026, and May 5, 2026
• Public comments allowed on each agenda item (3 minutes per speaker)
• Meeting held at City Hall, 501 Poli Street, Ventura

The Committee voted unanimously to recommend to the full City Council several structural changes for the Historic Preservation Committee and Design Review Committee, including options to eliminate or limit their hearings. The committee also approved its April 7 and May 5, 2026 minutes with modifications and received a presentation on aligning advisory bodies with the public safety strategic priority, providing feedback to staff.

• Approved committee minutes from April 7, 2026 and May 5, 2026 with modifications (all ayes)
• Recommended to City Council Option 1 (eliminate) and Option 2 (limit scope) for the Historic Preservation Committee (all ayes)
• Recommended to City Council Options 1, 2, and 3 (limit hearings or eliminate) for the Design Review Committee (all ayes)
• Received and filed presentation on advisory body alignment with Public Safety strategic priority; feedback provided to staff

Housing and Homelessness Subcommittee

The Housing and Homelessness Subcommittee will vote on recommendations to the City Council regarding two major actions: a first amendment to the street outreach contract with Downtown Ventura Partners increasing the amount by $1000,000 to $150,000, and approval of a $1,369,513 HOME American Rescue Plan preliminary award for Pasteur Court Apartments. The subcommittee will also receive and file updates on the Inclusionary Housing In-Lieu Fee for 2026-2027 and the annual status of Mobile Home Rent Stabilization.

• Approval of March 11, 2026 meeting minutes
• First Amendment to General Services Agreement CD2025-13 with Downtown Ventura Partners for street outreach to homeless encampments: increase of $1000,000 to a new not-to-exceed $150,000
• HOME-ARP Preliminary Award Letter for Pasteur Court Apartments: $1,369,513 to Ventura Housing, contingent on environmental review and funding confirmation
• Inclusionary Housing In-Lieu Fee 2026-2027 Update (receive and file)
• Mobile Home Rent Stabilization annual reporting and status of Mobile Home Rent Review Board (receive and file)

The Subcommittee recommended that City Council approve a preliminary award of $1,369,513 in HOME American Rescue Plan funding for Pasteur Court Apartments. It also recommended increasing a street outreach agreement with Downtown Ventura Partners by $100,000.

• Approved March 11, 2026 meeting minutes (All Ayes)
• Recommended City Council increase Downtown Ventura Partners street outreach agreement by $100,000 to a total of $150,000 (All Ayes)
• Recommended City Council approve $1,369,513 in HOME American Rescue Plan funding for Pasteur Court Apartments to Ventura Housing (All Ayes)
• Received and filed Inclusionary Housing In-Lieu Fee 2026-2027 Update (All Ayes)
• Received and filed Mobile Home Rent Stabilization annual reporting and board status (All Ayes)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to introduce ordinances creating a ministerial approval process for affordable housing projects that provide at least 20% lower-income units on reused and rezoned sites. Consent items include amendments to contracts for homeless encampment cleanup ($957,477), utility billing services ($1.39 million), legal services for litigation ($470,000), and expanded learning programs with the school district ($740,264).

• Public hearing on ordinances to establish ministerial permit process for affordable housing (at least 20% lower-income units)
• Fifth Amendment to homeless encampment cleanup contract with Woods Maintenance Services, new total $957,477
• First Amendment to legal services agreement with Wood & Finck, increased to $470,000 for Heermance v. Markov lawsuit
• First Amendment with Kubra America West for utility bill printing, increased to $1,392,364
• Service agreement with Ventura Unified School District for Expanded Learning Opportunities Program, $740,264

The City Council unanimously approved the consent calendar of 11 items, including a $134,452 increase for homelessness encampment cleanup services, a $1.09 million amendment for utility bill printing and delivery, and a $740,264 agreement with Ventura Unified School District for expanded learning programs. A public hearing was held on an ordinance to create a ministerial permit process for affordable housing, but the minutes do not record a subsequent decision on that item.

• Approved $134,452 increase for encampment cleanup contract (6-0)
• Approved $1,092,364 amendment for utility bill printing and delivery (6-0)
• Approved $740,264 expanded learning program agreement with school district (6-0)
• Approved $410,000 increase for legal services in Heermance lawsuit (6-0)
• Approved $313,916 purchase order for enterprise asset management software (6-0)
• Approved $195,000 bond counsel agreement for water and wastewater projects (6-0)
• Approved $324,410 software support amendment for utility billing and metering (6-0)
• Approved minutes from April 14 and April 28 meetings (6-0)

Water Commission

The Water Commission will review status reports for the VenturaWaterPure Program and Membrane Bioreactor Project. The body will also consider the draft 2026 Comprehensive Water Resources Report and its own fiscal year work plan.

• VenturaWaterPure and Membrane Bioreactor Project updates
• Draft 2026 Comprehensive Water Resources Report
• Fiscal Year 2025–2026 Accomplishments and Final Fiscal Year 2026–2027 Work Plan
• Proposal to cancel the August 24, 2026, regular meeting

The Water Commission approved the April 27, 2026 meeting minutes and voted to cancel the August 24, 2026 regular meeting. The commission also received updates on the VenturaWaterPure program and the draft 2026 Comprehensive Water Resources Report.

• Approved April 27, 2026 minutes (5 AYES, 1 ABSTAIN)
• Voted to cancel August 24, 2026 regular meeting (5 AYES, 1 ABSTAIN)
• Directed staff to return FY 2025-2026 accomplishments report to June meeting
• Received VenturaWaterPure and Membrane Bioreactor project updates
• Received draft 2026 Comprehensive Water Resources Report

Director's Hearing (Administrative Hearing)

This administrative hearing meeting has been cancelled. A special Director's Hearing is scheduled for Monday, May 11, 2026 at 4:00 PM instead.

• Regular May 18 Director's Hearing cancelled
• Special hearing set for May 11 at 4:00 PM

Historic Preservation Committee

The regular meeting of the Historic Preservation Committee scheduled for May 14, 2026, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for June 11, 2026.

Arts & Culture Commission

The regularly scheduled May 14, 2025 meeting of the Arts & Culture Commission has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for June 11, 2025.

• Meeting canceled; no items were discussed or decided

Parks & Recreation Commission

The May 13, 2026 Parks & Recreation Commission regular meeting is cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 10, 2026.

City Council

The Ventura City Council will hold public hearings and vote on adopting the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan and the 2025 Water Shortage Event Contingency Plan, which outline long-term water supply strategies and drought response measures. The council will also consider a new ordinance banning the sale of nitrous oxide for non-legitimate uses and renew the Police Department's military equipment policy. Additional action items include approving contracts for website services and funding for a parking structure stair tower replacement.

• Adopt the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan and Water Shortage Event Contingency Plan
• Introduce ordinance prohibiting sale of nitrous oxide outside legitimate uses
• Renew Police Department's military equipment policy per AB 481
• Approve $232,476 master services agreement with CivicPlus for website hosting and support
• Authorize additional $98,923 for beach parking structure southeast stair tower replacement

The City Council approved the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan and the 2025 Water Shortage Event Contingency Plan. Other actions included updating short-term rental ordinances for the coastal zone and approving several service contracts. A proposal to replace City Hall East boilers was referred to a new standing committee.

• Adopted 2025 Urban Water Management Plan (Resolution 2026-24)
• Adopted 2025 Water Shortage Event Contingency Plan (Resolution 2026-25)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-08 amending short-term rental and coastal zoning codes
• Approved holiday pay side letter with Ventura Fire Management Association (Agreement 2026-52)
• Approved website and accessibility contracts with CivicPlus, LLC totaling up to $325,976
• Renewed Police Department Military Equipment Policy (Ordinance 2022-005)
• Approved $108,273 in additional funding for beach parking structure and engineering services
• Tabled City Hall East boiler replacement to a new standing committee

Director's Hearing (Administrative Hearing)

This Director's Hearing will decide on a use permit for Ventura County Christian School to operate at an existing church on a 3.25-acre site in the R-1-7 zone. The consent item includes approval of the April 13, 2026 meeting minutes. The hearing is administrative and addresses planning-related matters.

• Use permit for Ventura County Christian School at 346 North Kimball Road
• Approval of April 13, 2026 meeting minutes

The Director's Hearing approved the use permit for Ventura County Christian School to relocate to an existing church facility at 346 N Kimball Road. The consent item approving the April 13, 2026 meeting minutes was also adopted. No public comments were received, and the next hearing is scheduled for June 15, 2026.

• Approved April 13, 2026 meeting minutes as presented
• Approved Resolution CD-2026-24 granting use permit for Ventura County Christian School relocation at 346 N Kimball Road (PROJ-25-0997)

Design Review Committee

The Design Review Committee will hold public hearings on three major development proposals: a 2,000 sq ft cafe with drive-through at 2148 Harbor Boulevard, a 19-unit multifamily apartment at 1042 East Main Street, and a 3-unit multifamily development at 349 Poli Street. The committee will also approve minutes from the April 1 meeting and discuss committee protocols and duties.

• Major Design Review for Makenna Koffee cafe with drive-through, outdoor seating, and site improvements at 2148 Harbor Boulevard (CTO Zone, Coastal Zone)
• Major Design Review for 19-unit Loretta Court Apartments at 1042 East Main Street with 3 Warrants and 1 Exception (Downtown Specific Plan)
• Major Design Review and Coastal Development Permit for 3-unit 349 Poli Apartments at 349 Poli Street with 2 Exceptions (Downtown Specific Plan, Coastal Zone)
• Approval of draft minutes from April 1, 2026 meeting
• Discussion of Design Review Committee Protocols and Duties per Municipal Code

The Design Review Committee recommended approval for a cafe project on Harbor Boulevard, the Lorretta Court Apartments on East Main Street, and the 349 Poli Apartments. The committee included specific design requirements for the cafe project regarding pedestrian access, tree canopy, and lighting. All three major items passed with 4-0 votes.

• Approved April 1, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Recommended approval for Makenna Koffee cafe at 2148 Harbor Boulevard with changes (4-0)
• Recommended approval for Lorretta Court Apartments at 1042 East Main Street with changes (4-0)
• Recommended approval for 349 Poli Apartments at 349 Poli Street as presented (4-0)

Committee Reviewing City Council Standing Committees

This committee is reviewing prior ad hoc recommendations on advisory groups, current council strategic priorities and standing committees, and discussing a draft scope for a potential new Environmental City Council Standing Committee. The meeting is focused on internal governance rather than direct policy decisions.

• Review of recommendations from prior ad hoc committee on council advisory groups
• Review of current City Council strategic priorities and standing committees
• Discussion on the potential scope of an Environmental City Council Standing Committee
• Public communications period for items not on the agenda

The Committee reviewed recommendations regarding Council advisory groups and received a presentation on current strategic priorities and standing committees. The Committee voted to move forward with a proposal for an Environmental City Council Standing Committee.

• Approved presenting the proposed scope of an Environmental City Council Standing Committee to the full City Council (M/S/C Schumacher/Reynolds, All ayes)

Measure O Citizens Oversight Committee

The Measure O Citizens Oversight Committee will receive a presentation on a contemplated 2026 sales tax measure and review the proposed FY 2027 Measure O budget. The committee will approve its annual work plan and affirm that the proposed budget's revenues and expenditures align with the Measure O ordinance, then make a recommendation to the City Council.

• Approval of minutes from the February 2, 2026 regular meeting
• Presentation from the City Manager on a contemplated 2026 sales tax measure
• Review and approval of the annual work plan covering meetings through May 2027
• Review of Measure O FY 2027 Proposed Budget with recommendation to City Council
• Proposed budget includes capital budget and summaries by focus area, fund, department, and account

City Council

The City Council will hold a closed session to discuss six pending lawsuits, including workers' compensation claims and opioid litigation, then convene an open session to vote on a consent calendar. Key consent items include amending the parking code to allow mobile payments and a free hour, accepting a $1.24 million state grant for the Pierpont Beach Management Plan, and awarding contracts for police/fire headquarters design and disaster recovery at the Buenaventura golf course. No public hearings or controversial items are scheduled; most decisions are routine.

• Parking ordinance amendment: mobile payments, one-hour free parking, updated permit program
• Accept $1,242,182 state grant for Pierpont Beach Management Plan; contract with Rincon Consultants up to $1,446,804
• First lease amendment with Community Memorial Health System for parking structure (2014-053)
• Third amendment for police/fire headquarters infrastructure design with RRM Design Group ($31,770 increase)
• Closed session: six litigation matters including opioid litigation and cases against the city

City Council

The City Council will vote on consent items including a parking ordinance update allowing mobile payments and free one-hour parking, acceptance of a $1.24 million grant for a Pierpont Beach management plan, and several contract amendments for facilities and services. The closed session includes discussion of ongoing litigation cases.

• Adopt ordinance amending parking code to support mobile payments, one-hour free parking, and updated permit program
• Accept $1,242,182 California State Coastal Conservancy grant to develop a Pierpont Beach Management Plan; authorize $1,446,804 contract with Rincon Consultants
• Authorize first amendment to ground lease with Community Memorial Health System for parking structure
• Approve $664,725 increase in blanket purchase order with Granite Construction for asphalt materials, new total $2,839,725
• Closed session discusses six existing litigation cases including workers' compensation claims and lawsuits

The City Council approved several consent items including municipal code updates, parking ordinances, and professional service agreements. Notable actions included accepting grant funding for the Pierpont Beach Management Plan and increasing asphalt material purchase orders.

• Approved March 2026 meeting minutes
• Adopted Resolution 2026-21 updating the Conflict of Interest Code
• Passed Ordinance 2026-07 regarding mobile parking payments and permit updates
• Authorized first amendment to Community Memorial Health System ground lease
• Approved Resolution 2026-22 accepting $1,242,182 grant for Pierpont Beach Management Plan
• Approved Agreement 2026-42 with Rincon Consultants, Inc.
• Approved amendment to increase Historic Resources Group contract by $20,600
• Approved amendment to increase Disasters, Inc. contract by $20,000

Water Commission

The Water Commission will consider approving March 23 minutes, receive a presentation on the draft Fiscal Year 2027 Ventura Water Budget, discuss Assembly Bill 1572 outreach and provide feedback on the draft strategic plan, and consider recommending to City Council a $151,185.02 increase to the Bodewell Group communications contract.

• Approve minutes of March 23, 2026 regular meeting
• Receive oral presentation on Draft Proposed Fiscal Year 2027 Ventura Water Budget
• Provide feedback on AB 1572 Strategic Outreach and Communications Plan (draft)
• Recommend amendment to City Council to extend agreement 2025-06 to June 30, 2027 and increase not-to-exceed amount by $151,185.02 (new total $627,755.02) with Bodewell Group for communications outreach

The Water Commission approved the minutes from the March 23, 2026 regular meeting. It also voted to recommend that the City Council amend an agreement with Bodewell Group (formerly Katz and Associates), increasing the not-to-exceed amount by $151,185.02 to a new total of $627,755.02 for the Updated Strategic Communications and Outreach Plan. The FY 2027 budget and AB 1572 were presented for discussion only, with no decisions made.

• Approved minutes of March 23, 2026 (4-0, two absent)
• Voted to recommend City Council extend and increase Bodewell Group contract by $151,185.02 (5-0, one absent)

Finance, Audit & Budget Committee

The Finance, Audit & Budget Committee will receive the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 Operating and Capital Improvement Budget for review. The committee will also receive the annual report on developer impact fees and consider reauthorizing unspent funds collected more than five years ago. Additionally, the committee will vote on approving minutes from its February 11, 2026 special meeting.

• Approval of committee minutes from the February 11, 2026 special meeting
• Receive Local Agency Developer Improvement Fee Report for FY 2024-25, including findings and reauthorization of unspent funds
• Receive proposed Fiscal Year 2027 Operating and Capital Improvement Budget as required by City Charter Section 1205

The Finance, Audit & Budget Committee approved the minutes from the February 11, 2026 Special Meeting, received the Fiscal Year 2027 Proposed Operating and Capital Improvement Budget, and approved the reauthorization of the intended use of retained developer fees.

• Approved February 11, 2026 Special Meeting minutes (3-0)
• Received Fiscal Year 2027 Proposed Operating and Capital Improvement Budget
• Approved reauthorization of developer fee use (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a preliminary review of a proposed commercial development at 760 South Seaward Avenue, including two drive-thru establishments and a retail building. The commission will also consider continuances for a 70-unit affordable housing project at 1655 East Thompson Boulevard and a supportive housing ordinance amendment. An update to the Inclusionary Housing Program's in-lieu fees for fiscal year 2026-2027 will be presented for receive and file.

• Preliminary Review of 760 S. Seaward redevelopment (Coastal Development Permit, Major Design Review, Use Permit for drive-thrus and retail)
• Thompson Court Apartments: 70-unit rental building with 8 very-low-income units at 1655 East Thompson Boulevard (continued to May 27, 2026)
• Inclusionary Housing In-Lieu Fee Update for 2026-2027, based on analysis by Keyser Marston Associates Inc.
• Program 19 Supportive Housing ordinance amendment to comply with state law (continued to May 27, 2026)
• Approval of draft minutes from March 18, 2026 special meeting (consent item)

This document is the agenda for the May 27, 2026 Planning Commission meeting, not minutes of a prior meeting. No votes or decisions are recorded. The agenda lists items for future action, including a 75-unit apartment project and a tree protection ordinance.

Committee Reviewing City Council Standing Committees

This meeting of the Reviewing City Council Standing Committees Committee scheduled for April 21, 2026, has been cancelled. No business will be conducted.

• Cancellation of April 21, 2026 meeting

Parking Advisory Committee

The Parking Advisory Committee will discuss two informational items: a financial model for expanding paid parking and a monthly budget update on the paid parking program. No action is scheduled on these items; they are for receive and file. The only action item is approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Financial Modeling for Expanded Paid Parking – staff presentation on revenue and cost projections
• Parking Management Program Monthly Budget Update – revenue and financial forecast review
• Approval of minutes from March 19, 2026 regular meeting (consent item)

The committee approved the March 19 meeting minutes. Staff presented financial modeling and budget updates for paid parking, but no action was taken on these items.

• Approved March 19 meeting minutes (All Ayes)
• Received financial modeling presentation (No Action)
• Received monthly budget update (No Action)

Appointments Recommendation Committee

The Appointments Recommendation Committee special meeting scheduled for April 16, 2026, has been cancelled. No items were considered or discussed.

• Meeting cancelled; no agenda items were acted upon

Housing and Homelessness Subcommittee

The April 15, 2026 regular meeting of the Housing and Homelessness Subcommittee has been cancelled. No business was conducted.

City Council

The City Council will hold a closed session to discuss eight existing litigations and a threat to public services involving the police chief. In regular session, the council will consider consent items including a 10-year (potentially 20-year) agreement with EVGateway for four electric vehicle charging stations at the Fritz Huntsinger Sports Complex, amendments to legal service contracts totaling $347,600 for ongoing lawsuits, a $3.4 million increase for temporary relocation of council meetings to the Wright Event Center, and salary resolutions for professional, supervisory, and unrepresented employees.

• 10-year agreement with EVGateway to install four electric vehicle charging stations at Fritz Huntsinger Sports Complex (potential 20-year extension)
• Increase legal services contracts: $100,000 with Best Best & Krieger for Carola L. Buhay litigation; $207,600 with Engle Carobini for John Gilbert Vargas II case
• Amendment to contract with Community Access Partners for temporary council meeting relocation to Wright Event Center, total $3,391,832
• Adoption of modified salary resolutions for professional, supervisory, and unrepresented city employees effective April 25, 2026
• Fourth amendment with Konica Minolta for OnBase content management system, total up to $650,589

City Council

The Ventura City Council meets to consider a consent agenda including agreements for electric vehicle charging stations at Fritz Huntsinger Youth Sports Complex, a slope erosion repair contract for Hilltop Drive, and amendments to legal services agreements for two lawsuits. Also on the agenda are quarterly travel reports, a foul weather shelter season summary, and revised salary resolutions for city employees. The meeting begins with a closed session on seven litigation matters.

• Agreement with EVGateway to install four DC fast-charging EV stations at Fritz Huntsinger Youth Sports Complex (10-year initial term, possible 10-year extension)
• Construction contract with Toro Enterprises for Hilltop Drive slope erosion and stabilization repair ($186,208, up to $214,139 with contingency)
• First Amendment to legal services agreement with Best Best & Krieger for Carola Buhay lawsuit (increase to $100,000)
• First Amendment to legal services agreement with Engle Carobini for John Gilbert Vargas lawsuit (increase to $207,600)
• Fourth Amendment with Konica Minolta for OnBase upgrade ($61,070 additional, total not-to-exceed $650,589)

The City Council unanimously approved all consent items, including a $4.6M amendment for the Santa Paula Branch Line Rails with Trails project, a $186k contract for Hilltop Drive slope repair, and a $3.39M amendment for Wright Event Center meeting costs. No action was reported from closed session on six litigation items. All votes were 6-0 or 7-0 with one recusal.

• Approved $4,615,590 Sixth Amendment for Rails with Trails project (unanimous)
• Approved $186,208 construction contract for Hilltop Drive slope erosion repair (unanimous)
• Approved $3,391,832 First Amendment for Wright Event Center relocation costs (unanimous)
• Approved $100,000 legal services amendment for Buhay case (unanimous)
• Approved $207,600 legal services amendment for Vargas case (unanimous)
• Approved 10-year EV charging station agreement with EVGateway at Fritz Huntsinger (unanimous)
• Approved revised salary resolutions for professional, supervisory, and unrepresented employees (unanimous)
• Approved $650,589 OnBase system upgrade with Konica Minolta (unanimous)

Director's Hearing (Administrative Hearing)

At this Director's Hearing, the Community Development Director will consider several consent items and two public hearings. The most significant action is a request for Major Design Review, Lot Line Adjustment, Density Bonus Waivers, and Inclusionary Housing Plan for a 14-unit multi-family development at 1279 Meta Street. The Director will also rule on a Coastal Development Permit for the Ventura Fish Market modernization at 1449 Spinnaker Drive. Consent items include approvals for a coastal development permit for a residence addition, a use permit for animal boarding, and a continuance of a school relocation.

• Public hearing: Major Design Review, Lot Line Adjustment, Density Bonus Waivers for 14-unit Meta Street Apartments at 1279 Meta Street
• Public hearing: Major Design Review and Coastal Development Permit for Ventura Fish Market modernization at 1449 Spinnaker Drive
• Consent: Use Permit continuance for Ventura County Christian School relocation at 346 North Kimball Road to May 11, 2026
• Consent: Coastal Development Permit for 138 sq ft addition and remodel at 1049 Dover Lane (Silverston Residence)
• Consent: Coastal Development Permit for groundwater monitoring wells near Harbor Boulevard and Arundell Barranca

The Hearing Officer approved 9 land-use items, including Coastal Development Permits for a school relocation, a fish market renovation, and several residential projects. One project was continued to a future date.

• Approved Ventura County Christian School relocation to May 11, 2026
• Approved Silverston Residence Coastal Development Permit (Resolution CD-2026-19)
• Approved Harbor Groundwater Monitoring Wells Coastal Development Permit (Resolution CD-2026-18)
• Approved Kittyland Animal Boarding Use Permit (Resolution CD-2026-20)
• Approved Hanson Residence Coastal Development Permit and Minor Variance (Resolution CD-2026-21)
• Approved Behm Residence Minor Variance (Resolution CD-2026-22)
• Approved Meta Street Apartments Major Design Review with additional conditions (Resolution CD-2026-23)
• Approved Ventura Fish Market Modernization Major Design Review and Coastal Development Permit (Resolution CD-2026-17)

Historic Preservation Committee

The Historic Preservation Committee will hold a public hearing on a Historic Design Review for 'The Lineup' at 51 South Oak Street, a redevelopment involving renovation and expansion of existing buildings, new retail structures, and outdoor gathering areas. The committee will also approve the draft minutes from the March 12, 2026 meeting.

• PROJ-25-0779: Historic Design Review for a Coastal Development Permit, Major Design Review, and Planned Development Permit to redevelop three properties at 51 South Oak Street with a 10,466-sq-ft renovation, 3,637-sq-ft second story, covered outdoor dining, and new retail buildings.
• Consent item: Approval of draft minutes from March 12, 2026 meeting.

The Historic Preservation Committee approved a design review for the redevelopment of three properties at 51 South Oak Street. The project includes renovating an existing building and adding new retail and dining spaces. The committee also tasked members with preparing a draft letter regarding the citywide historic survey.

• Approved March 12, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved Historic Design Review for The Lineup at 51 South Oak Street with archaeological monitors present around park areas (4-0)
• Approved motion for Chair Huston and Vice-Chair Thomas to prepare a draft letter regarding the historic survey for the Planning Commission (4-0)

Economic Development Subcommittee

The Economic Development Subcommittee will consider approval of minutes from its February 12, 2026 meeting and receive two information-only presentations: an Arts and Culture Update from the Parks and Recreation Department and the Economic Development Focused Updates. No formal action is expected on the information items.

• Approval of February 12, 2026 subcommittee minutes
• Receive Parks and Recreation Arts and Culture Update presentation
• Receive Economic Development Focused Updates presentation

The Economic Development Subcommittee approved the minutes from the February 12, 2026, meeting. The committee also received and filed presentations regarding the Parks and Recreation Department's Arts and Culture Update and Economic Development Focused Updates. No formal action was taken on the informational items.

• Approved February 12, 2026, minutes (All Ayes)
• Filed Parks and Recreation Arts and Culture Update
• Filed Economic Development Focused Updates

Arts & Culture Commission

The Arts & Culture Commission will receive a supplemental packet containing public communication from a resident arguing that excluding disability organizations from arts funding violates the Americans with Disabilities Act. The letter urges the commission to resolve the ongoing debate over eligibility for Autism Society Ventura County and cites examples of other cities funding disability-inclusive programs.

• Letter from Ashley Pope advocating for disability culture inclusion and ADA compliance in arts funding
• Cites Pasadena, Oceanside, and Santa Barbara as examples of funding disability-inclusive arts programs
• References Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act requiring equitable access to public programs
• Ongoing debate over eligibility of Autism Society Ventura County for arts funding
• Commissioner KC Rodriguez noted for advocating for inclusive definition of culture

Arts & Culture Commission

The Arts & Culture Commission will hear a presentation on the Economic Development 2025 Report, then approve minutes from two prior meetings. The main item is a review and discussion of their workplan, adding updates or revisions. A special meeting is scheduled for May 7, 2026.

• Special presentation: Economic Development 2025 Report
• Consent: Approval of minutes from March 12, 2026 regular meeting and March 19, 2026 special meeting
• Formal item: Review and discuss Arts & Culture Commission Workplan
• Informational: Special meeting on Thursday, May 7, 2026 from 5:30-8:00 pm

The Arts & Culture Commission unanimously approved the minutes from its March 12 and March 19, 2026 meetings. The Commission also voted to authorize Chair Kitchel and Commissioner Perea de la Cabada to wear their official identification badges at the ReFrame Summit in Camarillo on April 12, 2026. Commissioners discussed but did not decide on a possible special meeting on May 7, 2026.

• Approved March 12 and March 19, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Authorized Chair Kitchel and Commissioner Perea de la Cabada to wear city badges at ReFrame Summit (4-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will receive a presentation on golf operations at Buenaventura Golf Course and Olivas Links Golf Course. They will also consider approving March meeting minutes and review their workplan.

• Update on golf operations at Buenaventura Golf Course and Olivas Links Golf Course by KemperSports GM
• Approval of minutes from March 11, 2026 meeting
• Review and discussion of Parks & Recreation Commission workplan

The Parks & Recreation Commission approved the minutes from the February 11, 2026, meeting. The commission also decided that Commissioner Miller and Vice Chair Velez will provide public comment at the April 28, 2026, City Council Regular Meeting.

• Approved February 11, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved motion for Commissioner Miller and Vice Chair Velez to provide public comment at April 28, 2026 City Council meeting (5-0)

Committee Reviewing City Council Standing Committees

The Ad Hoc Committee Reviewing City Council Standing Committees will discuss the potential creation of an Environmental City Council Standing Committee. The committee will also select a chair and vice chair, and receive a presentation on current standing committees. Public comment is permitted on all agenda items.

• Selection of a Chair and Vice Chair for the committee's duration
• Presentation from the City Clerk on current City Council standing committees and their scope
• Discussion on creating an Environmental City Council Standing Committee, with direction to staff for a proposed framework including scope, membership, and municipal code amendments

The Committee selected Councilmember Mangone as Chair and Councilmember Schumacher as Vice Chair. Staff received direction to develop a proposed framework for a potential Environmental City Council Standing Committee.

• Selected Councilmember Mangone as Chair (All Ayes)
• Selected Councilmember Schumacher as Vice Chair (All Ayes)
• Directed staff to develop a proposed framework for an Environmental City Council Standing Committee