Oxnard public meetings in 2022

City Council

The council will review ordinances regarding drought-related water use and speed limit changes. They are also considering professional service agreements for wastewater studies and citation processing. Additionally, the council will appoint members to various local boards and commissions.

• Ordinance No. 3019 regarding drought-related water use restrictions
• Ordinance No. 3020 amending city speed limits
• $810,000 agreement for citation processing services
• $275,000 wastewater and environmental resources rate study
• Sewer Use Agreement with Channel Islands Beach Community Services District

Community Relations Commission

The regular meeting of the Oxnard Community Relations Commission scheduled for December 19, 2022, was canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 23, 2023.

Community Workshop

The Community Workshop scheduled for December 19, 2022, was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is considering a project to convert an existing warehouse into 203,213 square feet of self-storage and retail space. The commission will also review an alcohol permit request for Azul Restaurant on South Oxnard Boulevard.

• Conversion of warehouse at 2420 N. Oxnard Blvd to include 203,213 square feet of storage and retail space
• Addition of 46 covered recreational vehicle (RV) parking spaces at the U-Haul project site
• Alcohol Special Use Permit for Azul Restaurant at 1450 South Oxnard Boulevard

Inter-Neighborhood Council Organization

The INCO Executive Board will meet to receive updates from subcommittees and plan upcoming events. The board intends to discuss organizing a forum for District 6 candidates. Additionally, the board will set the agenda for the January General Membership Meeting.

• Planning of a District 6 Candidate’s Forum
• Setting the agenda for the January INCO General Membership Meeting
• Updates from INCO Subcommittees
• Approval of November 9, 2022, meeting minutes

Inter-Neighborhood Council Organization

The Inter-Neighborhood Council Organization (INCO) will swear in the 2023 Executive Board and present certificates of appreciation to the 2022 board. Members will also vote on a change to the General Membership meeting start time. Additionally, the group will receive a report from the Executive Director of the Oxnard Performing Arts Center.

• Swearing in of the 2023 INCO Executive Board by Mayor John C. Zaragoza
• Vote on changing the General Membership meeting start time
• Report from Carolyn Mullin, Executive Director of the Oxnard Performing Arts Center
• Approval of November 2, 2022, meeting minutes

Finance & Governance Committee

The committee will consider several proposals to re-allocate bond proceeds for infrastructure projects, including street resurfacing and roof replacements. Members will also review the annual development impact fee report and a transition of city digital services to a .gov domain.

• Re-allocation of 2006 Ormond Beach TAB proceeds for Hueneme Road work
• $30,655 appropriation for South Oxnard Center roof replacement
• Re-allocation of 2006 HERO TAB proceeds for alleyway paving and roof replacement
• Re-allocation of 2006 Southwinds TAB proceeds for Southwinds Park improvements
• Transitioning City website and email from .org to .gov

Comm. Services, Public Safety, and Housing & Development

The committee is considering several items related to on-call consulting services for the Community Development Department. This includes amending an existing agreement with Rincon Consultants, Inc. and awarding a new contract to Interwest Consulting Group, Inc. A $350,000 budget appropriation for plan check services is also proposed.

• $500,000 increase to Rincon Consultants, Inc. agreement, bringing total to $1,250,000
• New agreement with Interwest Consulting Group, Inc. for $1,100,000
• $350,000 budget appropriation for development plan check services
• Approval of November 22, 2022 meeting minutes

Public Works & Transportation Committee

The committee will consider a three-year agreement with Taft Electric Company for on-call traffic signal repairs and maintenance. Members will also receive a presentation regarding the Caltrans Required Local Roadway Safety Plan.

• $300,000 agreement with Taft Electric Company for traffic signal repairs and maintenance
• Presentation and recommendation for the Caltrans Required Local Roadway Safety Plan
• Approval of November 22, 2022, meeting minutes

Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission

The Commission will review a presentation regarding renaming Oxnard Beach Park to honor local indigenous tribes. The body will also consider creating two new ad hoc committees to explore park renaming and discuss mural designs for Pleasant Valley Park.

• Presentation on renaming Oxnard Beach Park to Mitsumas (Chumash) Beach Park
• Creation of Local Tribes Ad Hoc Committee to explore park renaming
• Creation of Mural Ad Hoc Committee for Pleasant Valley Park restroom design
• Approval of October 26, 2022, meeting minutes

Cultural Arts Commission

The regular meeting of the Oxnard Cultural Arts Commission scheduled for December 7, 2022, was canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 4, 2023.

City Council

The Oxnard City Council and Housing Authority will review several items, including real property negotiations in closed session. The council will also consider a loan agreement for affordable housing acquisition in the Meta Street area. Additionally, officials will review a $1 million contract for window replacements at Pleasant Valley Village.

• $1,017,512.98 contract for window replacement at Pleasant Valley Village
• $212,740 budget appropriation from the Affordable Housing In-Lieu Fund
• Loan agreement for property acquisition in the Meta Street area
• Purchase of properties at 2051 Mariposa Street and 1250 Azalea Street for $1
• Real property negotiations for Oxnard Transportation Center and Plaza Park

City Council

The City Council will consider an appeal regarding a special use permit for a temporary outdoor vehicle storage facility at the corner of Hueneme Road and Perkins Road. The Council will also review a recommendation to re-authorize remote teleconference meetings due to COVID-19. A closed session is scheduled to discuss litigation with the Fox Canyon Groundwater Management Agency.

• Public hearing for Port of Hueneme - Temporary Outdoor Vehicle Storage Facility appeal
• Re-authorization of remote teleconference meetings (AB 361)
• Closed session regarding City of Oxnard v. Fox Canyon Groundwater Management Agency litigation

Commission on Homelessness

The Commission will discuss the potential creation of a vocational program for individuals experiencing homelessness. Members will also receive updates on encampment responses at 5th and Harbor and Perkins Rd., as well as progress reports from various committees regarding housing and shelter programs.

• Discussion of a possible homeless vocational program
• Update on encampment responses at “5th and Harbor” & “Perkins Rd.”
• Housing First Plan development update
• Updates on Foul Weather Shelter and Safe Parking programs
• Planning update for the Longest Night memorial event

Mobile Home Park Rent Review Board

The Mobile Home Park Rent Review Board will meet to elect a new Chair and Vice-Chair. The Board will also review the 2022 Annual Activity Report and approve minutes from the December 13, 2021 meeting.

• Selection of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Review and adoption of 2022 Annual Activity Report
• Approval of December 13, 2021 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Oxnard Planning Commission meeting scheduled for December 1, 2022, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 15, 2022.

• No agenda items were scheduled for this meeting.

Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission

The regular meeting of the Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission scheduled for November 30, 2022, is canceled. The cancellation occurred because the agenda was not posted online 72 hours prior to the meeting. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 25, 2023.

Finance & Governance Committee

The Finance & Governance Committee will consider several recommendations for Fire Department equipment, including the purchase of utility trucks and a ladder truck. The agenda includes a proposal for a lease agreement up to $3,450,000 to finance these vehicles. Staff will also provide an update on the City's plan to close past audit findings.

• Purchase of eight Ford Utility Trucks for the Fire Department
• $1,053,108.82 purchase order to upfit eight Battalion Chief Command vehicles
• Purchase order from South Coast Emergency Fire Equipment for a ladder truck
• Equipment lease agreement not to exceed $3,450,000 for fire equipment
• Update on the Corrective Action Plan for closing past audit findings

Comm. Services, Public Safety, and Housing & Development

The committee will consider a $810,000 agreement for citation processing and alarm management services. Discussion will also include revisions to the inclusionary housing ordinance and an ordinance regulating expanded polystyrene food containers. The committee will address future agreements for fire department wellness exams.

• $810,000 agreement with Phoenix Group Information Services for citation processing and alarm management
• Revisions to the City of Oxnard Inclusionary Housing Ordinance
• Ordinance to regulate expanded polystyrene (EPS) food containers and products
• Agreement for Fire Department annual wellness exams

Public Works & Transportation Committee

The Public Works & Transportation Committee will consider recommendations for several service agreements. These include proposals for tree maintenance, grid pruning, and a wastewater rate study. The committee will also review a sewer use agreement with Channel Islands Beach Community Services District.

• Agreement with Garcia’s Landscaping Maintenance, Inc. for grid pruning up to $4,000,000
• Agreement with Garcia’s Landscaping Maintenance, Inc. for tree maintenance up to $4,000,000
• Sewer Use Agreement with Channel Islands Beach Community Services District
• Professional services agreement with Raftelis Financial Consultants, Inc. for $275,000
• Water Cost of Service Report

Community Workshop

This community workshop presents a proposed residential project in Oxnard. No decisions are made during this meeting; the session is intended for residents to learn about the development and provide input to the applicant.

• Proposed construction of a 3,100 square-foot duplex at 940 Dunes Street
• Project includes two units with three bedrooms and two and one-half bathrooms each

Community Relations Commission

The Community Relations Commission will meet to approve minutes from the October 17, 2022, meeting. The agenda also includes presentations for the recognition of 2022 Community Awards recipients and 2022 Multicultural Festival sponsors.

• Approval of October 17, 2022, meeting minutes
• Recognition of 2022 Community Awards recipients
• Recognition of 2022 Multicultural Festival sponsors

Planning Commission

The Commission will consider easement vacations for 2600 & 2800 Teal Club Road and within The Village Specific Plan. They will also discuss the conversion of a warehouse at 2420 Oxnard Boulevard into self-storage and retail space. A decision on the U-Haul project is deferred to a future meeting.

• Easement vacation for 2600 & 2800 Teal Club Road
• Partial public utility easement vacation within The Village Specific Plan
• Conversion of warehouse at 2420 Oxnard Boulevard into 203,213 square feet of storage and retail space
• Proposed 46 covered recreational vehicle parking spaces at 2420 Oxnard Boulevard

City Council

The Oxnard City Council will discuss renewing a local drought emergency and re-authorizing remote meetings. The agenda also includes several police department funding requests and building code updates.

• Increase Sintra Group background investigation contract from $525,000 to $975,000
• Approve $313,554 SLESF grant for police equipment and community engagement
• Appropriate $175,900 in asset forfeiture funds for the Police Department
• Authorize a purchase order up to $750,000 with Fleet Services, Inc. for parts
• Adopt Ordinance No. 3021 regarding California Building Standards Regulations

Inter-Neighborhood Council Organization

The INCO Executive Board will review subcommittee updates and set the agenda for the next General Membership Meeting. The board also plans to discuss neighborhood and city issues for 2023 and beyond, as well as training for incoming Neighborhood Chairs.

• Approval of September 14, 2002 minutes
• Update from INCO Subcommittees
• Setting the agenda for the next General Membership Meeting
• Discussion of neighborhood and city issues in 2023 and beyond
• Training for incoming Neighborhood Chairs

Senior Services Commission

The commission will consider approving minutes from the October 11, 2022, meeting. The agenda also includes updates on senior services programs and reports from ad-hoc committees.

• Approval of October 11, 2022, meeting minutes
• Update on Senior Services Programs and Events
• Ventura County Area Agency on Aging report
• New Senior Center committee report

Commission on Homelessness

The Commission on Homelessness will review several reports regarding city-wide homelessness efforts. These include updates on a day drop-in center, safe parking recommendations, and HUD program presentations. Most items are presented for the Commission to receive and file.

• Update on the search and development of a day drop-in center
• Presentation from Oxnard Housing Authority regarding HUD programs
• Update on the development of a Housing First Plan for affordable housing
• Report on recommending a foul-weather shelter program to City Council
• Update on the Safe Parking program recommendation to City Council

Planning Commission

The commission will consider a General Plan amendment regarding natural and human-made hazards like earthquakes and floods. Also on the agenda are an easement acquisition at 4300 Olds Road and a new duplex development at 911 Dunes Street.

• General Plan amendment for the 2030 Safety & Hazards Element
• Easement acquisition at 4300 Olds Road
• Coastal Development Permit for a 5,154 square-foot duplex at 911 Dunes Street

Cultural Arts Commission

The Cultural Arts Commission will discuss potential locations and themes for the third installment of the Downtown Mural Project. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the October 5, 2022, meeting.

• Discussion of location and theme for the third Downtown Mural Project installment
• Approval of October 5, 2022, meeting minutes

Inter-Neighborhood Council Organization

The Inter-Neighborhood Council Organization will receive an update on the City's upcoming 2050 General Plan. The meeting also includes a presentation regarding Dignity Health’s 2022 Community Health Needs Assessment. Additionally, members will elect the 2023 INCO Executive Board.

• Presentation on Dignity Health’s 2022 Community Health Needs Assessment
• Update on the City's upcoming 2050 General Plan update
• Election of the 2023 INCO Executive Board
• Approval of October 5 and October 12, 2022, meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will review updates on Santa Clara River levees and water conservation orders. The agenda also includes a proposal to fund a future public access park at Ormond Beach.

• $2,000,000 SMART Grant application for mobility and safety planning
• Agreement with Ormond Beach Power, LLC to fund an Ormond Beach public access park
• $35,000 ABC grant for police enforcement operations
• $1,181 budget appropriation for dead tree removal services
• Resolution ratifying water shortage emergency orders

Measure O Citizens Oversight Committee

The committee will review the FY 2022-23 Measure O budget and reports on various projects. This includes updates on Fire Station 8 operations moving to the General Fund and new one-time projects like alleyway resurfacing and IT upgrades. The committee will also adopt the 2023 meeting schedule.

• Approval of April 28, 2022, meeting minutes
• Adoption of 2023 meeting schedule and 4:00 p.m. start time
• Report on Fire Station 8 operations moving to the General Fund
• Report on alleyway resurfacing and IT equipment upgrades
• Review of the Measure O FY 2022-23 budget

Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission

The Commission will consider a recommendation to rename Oxnard Beach Park to Mitsumas(Chumash) Beach Park in honor of the Chumash Tribe. The agenda also includes approval of September 28, 2022 meeting minutes and reports from two ad-hoc committees.

• Recommendation to rename Oxnard Beach Park to Mitsumas(Chumash) Beach Park
• Approval of September 28, 2022 meeting minutes
• Park Ambassador AD-HOC Committee report
• Five Points Clean Up AD-HOC Committee report

Finance & Governance Committee

The Finance & Governance Committee will consider authorizing FEMA grant applications for Fire Department equipment and training. The committee will also discuss appropriating wildland fire reimbursement revenue and a new whistleblower hotline contract. Additionally, staff will present an update on financial reporting risk assessments.

• Authorization of seven FEMA grant applications totaling $1,689,842 for the Fire Department
• Appropriation of $303,068 in Wildland Fire Reimbursement Revenue to the Fire Department
• Approval of a $30,500 contract with Syntrio, Inc. for whistleblower hotline services
• Review of an accounting and financial reporting risk assessment update

Comm. Services, Public Safety, and Housing & Development

The committee will discuss designating future uses for Sports Park and College Park. It will also consider transferring two multi-family properties to the Oxnard Housing Authority. Additionally, members will review a $1 million contract for window replacements at Pleasant Valley Village.

• Designating Sports Park as a baseball/softball complex and College Park as a soccer complex
• Sale of 2051 Mariposa Street and 1250 Azalea Street to Oxnard Housing Authority for $1
• $1,017,512.98 contract with Newton Construction & Management for window replacements at Pleasant Valley Village
• $212,740 budget appropriation for property acquisition in the Meta Street area

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request for a Special Use Permit to operate a 34-acre outdoor vehicle storage facility for up to five years. The proposal includes certifying a Final Environmental Impact Report and adopting a mitigation program. Public comments have been submitted expressing concerns about diesel truck traffic and air quality.

• Special Use Permit for a 34-acre temporary vehicle storage facility at Hueneme Road and Perkins Road
• Certification of Final Environmental Impact Report (EIR) No. 22-01
• Adoption of the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP)

City Council

The City Council will consider ratifying water shortage emergency orders and approving infrastructure contracts. The Housing Authority is reviewing a proposal for a local preference homeless services program.

• $317,104 increase to Kennedy Jenks Consultants sewer project contract
• Up to $800,000 agreement with BPR, Inc. for sidewalk and curb services
• Ratification of water shortage emergency and conservation measures
• Proposal for a local preference homeless services program
• $100,000 increase to Consolidated Electrical Distributors purchase order

Community Workshop

This community workshop presents two development projects for public input. The meeting includes presentations on the Cypress Court Tiny Houses Duplexes and the Oxnard Sand Management Plan. No decisions are made during this workshop.

• Cypress Court Tiny Houses Duplexes: Construction of 28 units at 5208 and 5230 Cypress Road
• Oxnard Sand Management Plan: Collecting and redepositing sand at 13 locations in Oxnard Shores

Community Relations Commission

The Community Relations Commission will review the 2022 Community Awards Recognition awardees. The Commission will also consider a recommendation to dissolve several standing committees. Additionally, members will discuss the 2022 Multicultural Festival wrap-up.

• Finalizing 2022 Community Awards Recognition awardees
• Proposal to dissolve Youth, Fair Housing, Public Safety, and Multicultural standing committees
• Review of the 2022 Multicultural Festival
• Approval of September 19, 2022 meeting minutes

Inter-Neighborhood Council Organization

The Inter-Neighborhood Council Organization is considering a recommendation to hold a Fall Candidate Forum. The proposed forum would feature candidates running in the November 8, 2022 election for Districts 1, 2, and 5.

• Recommendation to conduct an INCO Fall Candidate Forum for District 1, 2, and 5 candidates

Senior Services Commission

The Senior Services Commission will review a presentation from Food Share of Ventura County regarding services provided to local seniors. The meeting also includes updates on senior services programs and reports from subcommittees.

• Approval of September 13, 2022, meeting minutes
• Presentation by Food Share of Ventura County on senior services
• Review of Senior Services programs and events
• Subcommittee report on the New Senior Center
• Subcommittee report on the Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council

Finance & Governance Committee

The Finance and Governance Committee will consider a recommendation for a $2.1 million equipment lease with Banc of America. This agreement is intended to reimburse the City for the purchase of two fire engines. The committee will also review minutes from the September 27, 2022 meeting.

• Approval of September 27, 2022, meeting minutes
• $2.1 million lease/purchase agreement for two fire engines

Comm. Services, Public Safety, and Housing & Development

The committee will consider a recommendation to authorize the purchase of two Pierce fire engines. Members will also review the transfer of two land parcels at 6th Street and Meta Street to the City for $1 each.

• $1,990,462.28 purchase order for two Pierce fire engines from South Coast Fire Equipment
• Transfer of two parcels at 6th Street and Meta Street to the City for $1 each
• Approval of September 27, 2022, meeting minutes

Public Works & Transportation Committee

The committee will review speed limit survey results for 49 streets in Oxnard and recommend a new ordinance. They will also consider an amendment to increase the contract amount for landscape and ballfield maintenance in Riverpark CFD 5.

• Increase Garcia’s Landscaping Maintenance Inc. contract from $3,120,435 to $4,300,607
• Extend landscape and ballfield maintenance term in Riverpark CFD 5 through November 5, 2023
• Review 2022 speed limit survey results for 175 roadway segments across 49 streets
• Recommend introduction of a new Speed Limit Ordinance at the November 1, 2022 meeting

Planning Commission

The Oxnard Planning Commission will not meet on October 6, 2022, due to a lack of agenda items for consideration. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 20, 2022.

Cultural Arts Commission

The Cultural Arts Commission will receive an update and discuss a proposal regarding Art in Public Places. The commission will also consider approving minutes from the September 7, 2022, meeting.

• Art in Public Places proposal update
• Approval of September 7, 2022, meeting minutes

Inter-Neighborhood Council Organization

The Inter-Neighborhood Council Organization will meet to swear in Christopher Bissonnette as the 3rd Vice-chair. The meeting also includes establishing a Nominating Committee for 2023 and receiving an update on neighborhood council bylaws.

• Swearing in of Christopher Bissonnette as 3rd Vice-chair
• Establishment of a Nominating Committee for 2023 nominations
• Update and discussion regarding Neighborhood Council Bylaws
• Approval of September 7, 2022, meeting minutes

City Council

The council will review several utility contracts, housing items, and commission appointments. The agenda includes ratifying water conservation measures and a letter of support for the Aspire Apartments project. Additionally, the council will receive a transit update from the Gold Coast Transit District.

• $10,300,000 agreement with Toro Enterprises, Inc. for water and wastewater repair services
• $935,000 for the Kamala and Hobson Cast Iron Pipe Replacement Project
• Ratification of water shortage emergency and mandatory conservation measures
• Letter of support for Aspire Apartments at 536 Meta Street
• Appointment of Ismael Paredes Ulloa to the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission

Commission on Homelessness

The Commission on Homelessness will receive several reports regarding city initiatives. This includes progress on a day drop in center and updates from various ad-hoc committees.

• Update on the search for and development of a day drop in center
• Housing First Plan update regarding affordable housing
• Foul Weather Shelter program recommendations to City Council
• Safe Parking program recommendations to City Council
• Planning for the annual Longest Night Event memorial

Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission

The Commission will consider a recommendation for a BMX track at College Park using dirt from the future Aquatic Center. Members will also discuss creating two ad hoc committees focused on park safety and cleaning up Housing Authority property. Additionally, the agenda includes a report on the Adult Softball Program.

• Recommendation for a BMX track at College Park using dirt from the future Aquatic Center
• Creation of a Park Ambassador AD-HOC Committee to work on park safety
• Creation of a Five Points Clean Up AD-HOC Committee for Housing Authority property
• Proposed priority list for walking track materials in parks
• Proposal to move the November meeting to November 30, 2022

Finance & Governance Committee

The Finance and Governance Committee will consider recommendations regarding the issuance of 2022 Lease Revenue Bonds, Series A and B. This includes up to $36,000,000 in tax-exempt bonds and up to $20,000,000 in federally taxable bonds. The committee will also review minutes from the July 26, 2022 meeting.

• Issuance of up to $36,000,000 in tax-exempt Lease Revenue Bonds, Series 2022A
• Issuance of up to $20,000,000 in federally taxable Lease Revenue Bonds, Series 2022B
• Approval of July 26, 2022 meeting minutes

Comm. Services, Public Safety, and Housing & Development

The Committee is reviewing several items including police department agreements and city ordinances. Discussions include a new drone regulation ordinance and the City's Draft Climate Action and Adaptation Plan. They are also considering a contract amendment for development plan check services.

• $1,500,000 increase to M6 Consulting, Inc. contract for development plan check services
• New ordinance to regulate the use of drones within the City of Oxnard
• Two-year service agreement with Ventura County Sheriff’s Office up to $250,000
• Presentation and public comment on the Draft Climate Action and Adaptation Plan

Public Works & Transportation Committee

The committee will review an $800,000 agreement for sidewalk, curb, and gutter services. Members will also discuss the draft Climate Action and Adaptation Plan and a proposal to name a field at Durley Park. Additionally, the committee will consider amendments to several department-wide purchase orders.

• $800,000 agreement with BPR, Inc. for sidewalk, curb, and gutter services
• Proposal to name a sports field at Durley Park the “Helen Lopez Field”
• Amendments to five department-wide blanket purchase orders
• Presentation on the Draft Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP)
• Caltrans cooperative agreements for flood protection and U.S. 101 off-ramp projects

City Council

The Oxnard City Council is reviewing drought response actions and the continuation of a local water emergency. The council will also consider several contract approvals, including a $3.5 million project for lift station improvements. Additionally, a new city-wide residential curb cut program was proposed for adoption.

• $3,586,800 for Lift Station Improvements Project with Toro Enterprises, Inc.
• $1,700,000 contract with Weck Laboratories, Inc. for chemical testing services
• Increase Econolite Systems Inc agreement from $200,000 to $300,000 for traffic signal maintenance
• Resolution for a City-Wide Residential Curb Cut Program
• Ratification of water conservation measures due to drought conditions

General

This community workshop presents a proposal for the Azul Restaurant located at 1450 South Oxnard Boulevard. The project includes requests for an alcohol permit and site renovations to allow for food truck storage. No decisions are made during this workshop.

• Special Use Permit for beer, wine, and distilled spirits sales
• Site modifications to reduce parking for food truck storage
• Proposed hours of alcohol sales: Mon-Sat 4 PM–1 AM and Sun 9 AM–9:30 PM

Community Relations Commission

The Community Relations Commission will receive updates regarding the Housing First model and community efforts to address bullying and hate crimes. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from the July 17, 2022, meeting.

• Update on the Housing First model from Housing Director Emilio Ramirez
• Report on New Progressive Christian Baptist Church efforts regarding bullying and hate crimes
• Approval of July 17, 2022, meeting minutes

Public Works & Transportation Committee

The Public Works and Transportation Committee will hold a workshop to review a proposed speed hump program. The committee is tasked with providing comments and recommending that the program be presented to the City Council for approval.

• Proposed Speed Hump Program

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding the Draft Amended 2021-2029 Housing Element. This General Plan Amendment aims to provide zoning for 8,549 housing units to meet regional needs. The commission may also adopt a resolution recommending approval of the element to the City Council.

• Public hearing for Draft Amended 2021-2029 Housing Element
• Approval of July 7, 2022 meeting minutes

Inter-Neighborhood Council Organization

The INCO Executive Board will meet to discuss the upcoming Fall Election Forum and strategies for promoting the organization. The board will also receive a verbal report on new Neighborhood Council Digital Communications Guidance.

• Discussion of the INCO-Sponsored Fall Election Forum
• Verbal report on Neighborhood Council Digital Communications Guidance from Project Manager Samantha Shapiro
• Update from INCO Subcommittees
• Setting the agenda for the next INCO General Membership Meeting
• Approval of August 10, 2022, meeting minutes

Senior Services Commission

The Senior Services Commission will receive a presentation from Gold Coast Transit regarding services provided to Oxnard senior residents. The meeting also includes updates on senior services programs and events, as well as subcommittee reports.

• Presentation by Gold Coast Transit on services for Oxnard seniors
• Review of Senior Services Programs and Events
• Subcommittee report regarding a New Senior Center
• Subcommittee report on the Ventura County Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council
• Approval of July 12, 2022 meeting minutes

Public Works & Transportation Committee

The Public Works and Transportation Committee will review a contract with Toro Enterprises, Inc. for water and wastewater repair services up to $10,300,000. The committee will also receive an update on drought response actions and current conditions. Additionally, the committee will consider approving minutes from the July 26, 2022 meeting.

• Agreement with Toro Enterprises, Inc. for water and wastewater services up to $10,300,000
• Update on drought response actions and current conditions
• Approval of July 26, 2022 meeting minutes

Commission on Homelessness

The regular meeting of the Oxnard Commission on Homelessness scheduled for September 12, 2022, was canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 10, 2022.

Cultural Arts Commission

The Cultural Arts Commission will receive an update from a subcommittee regarding a mural grant proposal. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from the July 6, 2022, meeting.

• Mural Grant Proposal Update
• Approval of July 6, 2022, meeting minutes

Inter-Neighborhood Council Organization

The Inter-Neighborhood Council Organization will conduct an election for the vacant 3rd Vice-Chair position. The meeting also includes discussions regarding a potential candidate forum for the November election and updates on July 4th fireworks activity.

• Election of INCO 3rd Vice-Chair
• Discussion of an INCO-sponsored candidate forum for the November election
• Police Department report on 4th of July holiday fireworks
• Youth Coalition update on Neighborhood Data Collection Project

Planning Commission

The commission will hold a public hearing regarding a cannabis retail special use permit at 2561 North Vineyard Avenue. They will also receive a presentation on the City of Oxnard Climate Action and Adaptation Plan.

• Cannabis retail special use permit at 2561 North Vineyard Avenue
• City of Oxnard Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP) presentation
• Approval of June 2, 2022, and June 16, 2022 meeting minutes

Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission

The Commission will receive reports on the South Oxnard Aquatics Center and Durley Park designs. Members will also consider creating three ad hoc committees. Additionally, the Commission will discuss a recommendation to rename a city facility in honor of Marvin Boos.

• South Oxnard Aquatics Center Conceptual Design report
• BMX Track proposal update
• Creation of three ad hoc committees
• Vote to recommend renaming a park or facility for Marvin Boos
• Parks Capital Improvement Projects update

Community Workshop

The Community Workshop scheduled for August 15, 2022, was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The Planning Division can be reached at (805) 385-7858 for additional project information.

Community Relations Commission

The regular virtual meeting of the Oxnard Community Relations Commission scheduled for August 15, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 19, 2022.

Inter-Neighborhood Council Organization

The INCO Executive Board will meet to discuss planning for a Fall Election Forum and the City's General Plan Update. The board will also receive updates from subcommittees regarding bylaws and neighborhood activations. Additionally, members will discuss scheduling the next general membership meeting.

• Update on Bylaws and Neighborhood Activations subcommittees
• Planning for INCO-Sponsored Fall Election Forum
• Discussion of City General Plan Update
• Scheduling of the next INCO General Membership meeting

Planning Commission

The Oxnard Planning Commission meeting scheduled for August 4, 2022, was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 18, 2022.

Inter-Neighborhood Council Organization

The Inter-Neighborhood Council Organization (INCO) issued a notice of cancellation for its General Membership meeting scheduled for August 3, 2022. No other items were listed on the agenda.

• Cancellation of the August 3, 2022, General Membership meeting

Commission on Homelessness

The Commission is reviewing subcommittee updates regarding safe parking and foul weather shelters. These proposals are currently awaiting recommendations from the City Manager’s Office. Additionally, the Housing Department is searching for a site for a new Day Drop In Center.

• Status of Safe Parking and Foul Weather Shelter proposals under City Manager review
• Search for a permanent site for a Day Drop In Center to provide navigation and laundry services
• Update on the Casa Aliento housing project managed by Mercy House
• Presentation regarding One Stop in Oxnard

City Council

The Oxnard City Council will discuss continuing a local water shortage emergency and ratifying conservation measures. The council is also considering salary increases and contract extensions for the City Manager and City Attorney. Additionally, several grant applications and a restroom project agreement are on the agenda.

• Salary increase of $34,200 and 5-year extension for City Manager Alexander Nguyen
• Salary increase of $24,853 and 4-year extension for City Attorney Stephen Fischer
• $354,600 total funds for the Community Center Park East Restroom Project with JTEC Corporation
• $500,000 Office of Traffic Safety grant application for traffic enforcement
• $500,000 FEMA grant application for cybersecurity technology

Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission

The commission will review the Sports Park Idea Day Survey Results and receive a presentation on Oxnard's community spaces. Members will also vote to refine 2022-2023 goals and establish several new ad hoc committees for various park programs.

• Review of Sports Park Idea Day Survey Results
• Vote to expand or refine 2022-2023 Commission Goals
• Formation of Ad Hoc Committees for Sports Park and Five Points Neighborhood
• Creation of a Park Space Ambassador Program Ad Hoc Committee
• Researching the renaming of a park in honor of Marvin Boos

Finance & Governance Committee

The Finance & Governance Committee is reviewing contracts related to eight fire command vehicles. This includes a purchase order for vehicle upfitting and an equipment lease agreement for financing.

• $869,632 purchase order with Stonewell Bodies to upfit eight Command Vehicles
• Up to $1.4 million equipment lease agreement with Banc of America for fire vehicle chassis and upfitting costs
• Approval of July 12, 2022, meeting minutes

Comm. Services, Public Safety, and Housing & Development

The committee will review the approval of minutes from the June 14, 2022 meeting. It will also discuss a resolution regarding the 2022 Update of the Ventura County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan.

• Approval of the June 14, 2022, meeting minutes
• Resolution approving the 2022 Update of the Ventura County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan

Public Works & Transportation Committee

The committee will consider recommendations for traffic signal maintenance and laboratory chemical testing contracts. Members will also receive the 2019-2021 Public Health Goals Report for the Water Division.

• Increase Econolite Systems Inc. traffic signal maintenance contract from $200,000 to $300,000
• New agreement with Weck Laboratories, Inc. for chemical testing services up to $1,700,000
• Receipt of the 2019-2021 Public Health Goals Report for the Water Division

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a special use permit for a retail pharmacy at 1200 North Ventura Road. The commission will also review property disposition at 538 Meta Street and an appeal regarding the construction of the Fore Apartments at Riverpark.

• Special Use Permit for Umesh Retail Pharmacy at 1200 North Ventura Road, Unit G
• Property disposition conformity for 538 Meta Street
• Appeal of development design review permit for Fore Apartments at Riverpark (333 units)

City Council

The City Council will review labor negotiations and ratify water shortage emergency orders. The agenda also includes approvals for several public works contracts and an ordinance regarding single-use foodware accessories.

• $3,022,339 agreement with Taft Electric Company for Oxnard Saviers Traffic Signal Improvements
• $437,953 purchase order with Iteris Inc for Gonzales Road video detection equipment
• $261,000 project funds for the Pleasant Valley Park Restroom Project
• Ordinance to restrict single-use foodware accessories and standard condiments
• Ratification of water shortage emergency and mandatory conservation measures

Community Workshop

This community workshop presents several proposed development projects to the public for input. No official decisions are made during this meeting. The agenda includes residential construction, a nightclub proposal, and cannabis retail.

• Single-family residences with accessory dwelling units at 2721 and 2711 Colonia Avenue
• Nightclub and comedy center proposal for 663 South Oxnard Boulevard
• Cannabis retail facility at 2561 North Vineyard Avenue
• 4,218-square-foot duplex at 911 Dunes Street

Community Relations Commission

The Commission will discuss outreach, deadlines, and application reviews for the 2022 Community Recognition Awards program. Members will also discuss fundraising efforts for the 2022 Multicultural Festival.

• Review of 2022 Community Recognition Awards outreach and application process
• Discussion of fundraising efforts for the 2022 Multicultural Festival
• Consideration of guest speakers for 2022 meetings
• Approval of June 20, 2022 meeting minutes

Inter-Neighborhood Council Organization

The INCO Executive Board will discuss online elections for council positions and the role of City and County employees on councils. The board will also discuss cannabis in the City and its yearly 1% contribution. Additionally, subcommittees will provide an update on bylaws and neighborhood activations.

• Discussion regarding online elections for neighborhood council positions
• Discussion regarding City and County employees serving on INCO and Neighborhood Councils
• Discussion regarding cannabis in the City and the yearly 1% contribution
• Update from subcommittees on bylaws and neighborhood activations

Senior Services Commission

The Commission will review a presentation from the Shop Ahoy Program regarding services provided to Oxnard seniors. The meeting also includes updates on senior services programs and events and subcommittee reports.

• Presentation by Shop Ahoy Program on services for Oxnard senior residents
• Review of senior services programs and events
• Approval of June 14, 2022 meeting minutes
• Subcommittee report regarding the New Senior Center
• Subcommittee report regarding Ventura County Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council

Finance & Governance Committee

The committee is reviewing several contract amendments, including a $1.7 million increase for ERP project management services. They are also considering approval for annual purchase orders and a federal grant application for cybersecurity technology.

• Third Amendment with Kreative Core Technologies Corp for $1,700,000 increase to ERP services
• Second Amendment to Gallagher Benefit Services Agreements for recruitment and market studies
• Approval of blanket purchase orders for Amazon Business, Grainger, Office Depot, and Tri-County Office Furniture
• $500,000 FEMA grant application for cybersecurity technology
• Appointment of a Councilmember to the Whistleblower Hotline Vetting Committee

Public Works & Transportation Committee

The committee is reviewing several contract amendments for landscape maintenance in various city regions. They are also considering a budget increase for custodial services at the Oxnard Transit Center and a new landscape services agreement.

• Increase Oxnard Transit Center custodial services from $436,425 to $536,425
• Amend Region 1 landscaping contract from $1,900,000 to $2,415,000
• Amend Region 2 landscaping contract from $2,125,000 to $2,535,000
• Amend Region 3 landscaping contract to increase amount to $2,575,000
• New $758,919 agreement for citywide general fund parks landscape services

General

The Commission on Homelessness will consider membership approvals for the Housing First and Longest Night subcommittees. The meeting also includes updates on safe parking, foul weather shelters, and a day drop-in center site search.

• Approval of Housing First Sub Committee Membership
• Reinstatement and membership of Longest Night Subcommittee
• Safe Parking Sub Committee Update
• Foul Weather Shelter Sub Committee Update
• Day Drop In Center Site Search

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a study session regarding the draft City of Oxnard Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP). The session includes a presentation on the draft document, an opportunity for public comments, and a request for commission feedback.

• Presentation on the Draft City of Oxnard Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP)

Cultural Arts Commission

The commission will review an updated proposal to recommend that the City Council establish a Volunteer Poet Laureate Program. Members will also continue discussing the development of a Public Art Grant Proposal for murals.

• Review of updated Volunteer Poet Laureate proposal
• Discussion on Arts in Public Places Mural Grant Proposal development
• Approval of minutes from March 2, 2022, and June 23, 2022 meetings

Inter-Neighborhood Council Organization

The meeting includes an election to fill the vacant 3rd Vice-Chair position on the INCO Executive Board. Members will also receive verbal updates regarding the Neighborhood Cleanup Program and the Oxnard Ready and Resilient Program.

• Election of INCO 3rd Vice-Chair
• Update on Neighborhood Cleanup Program from Assistant Public Works Director Brian Yanez
• Update on Oxnard Ready and Resilient Program from Fire Chief Alexander Hamilton
• Approval of June 1, 2022 minutes

City Council

The Oxnard City Council will meet to discuss labor negotiations and employee evaluations in closed session. During the regular meeting, the council will consider a resolution regarding reproductive rights and ratify water conservation orders.

• Resolution declaring Oxnard a 'Right-To-Choose sanctuary city'
• Agreement with Parkhouse Tire, Inc. for tire services up to $600,000
• Amendment to Hueneme Elementary School District agreement increasing grant funds to over $7 million
• Repayment of $369,083.20 to HUD for ineligible CDBG costs
• Ratification of water shortage emergency and conservation measures

City Council

The City Council will consider ratifying local emergency measures regarding the water shortage. The agenda also includes approving several contracts, such as shelter operations with Mercy House and traffic signal maintenance. Additionally, resolutions for the November 2022 municipal election will be addressed.

• Agreement with Mercy House for shelter operations up to $2,796,891.00
• Ratification of water shortage emergency and conservation measures
• Issuance of up to $17,400,000 in revenue refunding bonds
• Microsoft software licensing agreement for $365,062.08
• Agreement with Taft Electric Company for traffic signal repairs ($300,000)

Community Development Director Hearing

The Community Development Director will hold a public hearing to consider the Aspire Apartments development. The proposal involves demolishing an existing commercial building to construct a five-story, mixed-use affordable housing complex. The project includes 88 residential units and ground-floor commercial space within the Downtown General zoning district.

• Aspire Apartments: 88-unit mixed-use development at 536-538 Meta Street
• Demolition of a 2,700 square foot commercial building
• Approval of Planning and Zoning Permit Nos. 21-200-01, 21-535-01, and 21-310-01
• Density Bonus Permit request for parking and setback concessions

Cultural Arts Commission

The Cultural Arts Commission will discuss an updated proposal for the Volunteer Poet Laureate program. The commission will also receive a report from the Grant Development Subcommittee regarding grant opportunities for local artists.

• Discussion of the updated Volunteer Poet Laureate program proposal
• Report from the Grant Development Subcommittee regarding grant opportunities for local artists

Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission

The commission will discuss park safety plans with the Oxnard Police Department. The meeting also includes a recommendation to name a Sunset Little League field "Helen Lopez Field" and a vote regarding the removal of a pavilion at Community Center Park East.

• Vote on removing facilities at Community Center East Park
• Recommendation to name Sunset Little League minor field "Helen Lopez Field"
• Presentation regarding Agape Tennis Academy at Oxnard Tennis Center
• Refinement of 2022-2023 PRCSC Commission Goals

City Council

The council will review several items, including a $777,385 purchase of radios for the Fire Department and a $2.1 million contract for animal services. The meeting also includes ratifying water conservation measures and approving housing authority budgets.

• $777,385.26 Motorola radio purchase order
• $2,156,159 budget appropriation for animal services agreement
• $394,147.00 CHP Cannabis Grant application
• Ratification of water shortage emergency and conservation measures
• $25,112,313 operating budget for Housing Choice Voucher Program

Community Relations Commission

The Community Relations Commission will meet to approve the minutes from the May 16, 2022 meeting. The agenda includes reports from the Fair Housing Division and the Oxnard Housing Department regarding housing-related prejudice and racial tension. Commissioners will also consider potential guest speakers for the remainder of 2022.

• Approval of May 16, 2022 meeting minutes
• Fair Housing Division report from Karl Lawson
• Oxnard Housing Department report on housing-related prejudice and racial tension
• Consideration of guest speakers for 2022 meetings
• Reports from Youth, Fair Housing, Public Safety, and Multicultural Festival subcommittees

Community Workshop

The Community Workshop scheduled for June 20, 2022, was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. No other business was listed for this meeting.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is considering alcohol special use permits for Villa Ristorante, El Rio Market, and Mountain Mike’s Pizza. These requests involve rules for on-site or off-sale consumption and specific operating hours.

• Alcohol permit for Villa Ristorante at 1601 South Victoria Avenue
• Alcohol permit for El Rio Market at 2585 East Vineyard Avenue
• Alcohol permit for Mountain Mike’s Pizza at 1105 South Victoria Avenue
• Modified police conditions for Villa Ristorante

Senior Services Commission

The Commission will receive a presentation from the Long Term Care Services of Ventura County, Inc. Ombudsman Program regarding services for seniors. The meeting also includes reviews of senior services programs and events and approval of May 10, 2022 minutes.

• Approval of May 10, 2022 meeting minutes
• Presentation by Long Term Care Services of Ventura County, Inc. Ombudsman Program
• Review of Senior Services Programs and Events
• Subcommittee reports on New Senior Center and Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council

Finance & Governance Committee

The Finance & Governance Committee will consider recommendations for the FY 2022-23 investment policy and a whistleblower summary update. The committee will also review a Microsoft software licensing agreement. These items are presented for recommendation to the City Council.

• Adoption of the FY 2022-23 investment policy
• Update on City of Oxnard whistleblower matters
• Ratification of Microsoft Corporation Enterprise Agreement #808445
• $365,062.08 purchase order with SoftwareOne, Inc. for Microsoft products
• Approval of May 24, 2022 meeting minutes

Comm. Services, Public Safety, and Housing & Development

The committee will review a license agreement for property at 1500 Camino Del Sol and an amendment to the Hueneme Elementary School District grant. It will also consider the acceptance of a donated police robot.

• $3,857,261 increase to the Hueneme After School Education and Safety Grant agreement
• $564,000 license agreement for property at 1500 Camino Del Sol
• Acceptance of a donated Vantage Patrol Robot for the Oxnard Police Department

Public Works & Transportation Committee

The Public Works and Transportation Committee is considering two service agreements. The first involves $300,000 for on-call traffic signal repairs with Taft Electric Company. The second is an agreement with Parkhouse Tire, Inc. for tire retreading and repair services not to exceed $600,000.

• Agreement A-8471 with Taft Electric Company for on-call traffic signals repairs and maintenance ($300,000)
• Agreement A-8468 with Parkhouse Tire, Inc. for tire retreading and repair services (up to $600,000)
• Approval of the May 24, 2022, meeting minutes

Inter-Neighborhood Council Organization

The INCO Executive Board will discuss Capital Improvement Projects for the Oxnard Wastewater Treatment Plant. The board will also discuss the 3rd Vice-chair vacancy and set the agenda for the July 2022 General Membership meeting.

• Update from the Subcommittee on Neighborhood Activations
• Discussion of Oxnard Wastewater Treatment Plant Capital Improvement Projects
• Discussion regarding the 3rd Vice-chair vacancy
• Setting the July 2022 General Membership meeting agenda

City Council

The Oxnard City Council will meet to consider several items, including a property acquisition at 625 North A Street. The agenda also includes adopting a police military equipment policy and approving various infrastructure contracts.

• $2,050,000 purchase of 625 North A Street for the proposed Family Justice Center
• Ordinance establishing a Military Equipment Use Policy for the Police Department
• $511,652 agreement with MNS Engineers, Inc. for the Safe Routes to School project
• $825,683.16 deferred development impact fee agreement for the Central Terrace Project
• $100,000 increase to the Amazon Business spending limit

Commission on Homelessness

The Commission will review the May 2, 2022 meeting minutes and receive a presentation on the Point in Time Count. The agenda includes updates from the Safe Parking and Foul Weather Shelter subcommittees. Additionally, the Commission will consider approving the formation of a Housing First Sub Committee.

• Formation of Housing First Sub Committee
• Point in Time Count presentation
• Safe Parking Sub Committee update
• Foul Weather Shelter Sub Committee update
• Adoption of May 2, 2022 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The commission will consider special use permits for beer, wine, and spirits sales at Pacific Cafe and Villa Ristorante. The meeting also includes reviews for a utility easement vacation and a property acquisition for a Cal-Trans access road.

• Special Use Permit for beer and wine sales at 1661 Pacific Avenue
• Special Use Permit for beer, wine, and spirits sales at 1601 South Victoria Avenue
• Vacation of a 38-foot wide utility easement at 2700/2750 Ventura Road
• Acquisition of a 40-foot wide Cal-Trans access road south of 2700 Ventura Road

Inter-Neighborhood Council Organization

The Inter-Neighborhood Council Organization will receive several city program updates. Presentations include the status of neighborhood cleanups, the Quimby Fund, and mandatory water conservation efforts. The meeting also covers updates to the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance.

• Update on Neighborhood Cleanup Program status
• Update on the City’s Quimby Fund
• Presentation on drought and mandatory water conservation
• Update on the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance

Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission

The commission will review presentations regarding the Youth Urban Heat Monitoring Project and renaming a Sunset Little League field. Members will also create several ad hoc subcommittees for various park projects and discuss park safety with the Oxnard Police Department.

• Vote on removal of facilities at Community Center East Park
• Presentation on renaming Sunset Little League Minor field to honor Helen Lopez
• Creation of seven ad hoc subcommittees for various park developments
• Presentation on Youth Urban Heat Monitoring Project findings
• Vote on Committee Recommendations for Five Points area opportunities

Community Development Director Hearing

The Planning Manager will hold a public hearing regarding the ParkPlace, Lot 1 development project. The proposal includes constructing 11 three-story townhouse-style buildings on a 2.0-acre lot within the Village Specific Plan. The applicant is requesting two minor deviations related to guest parking distance and trash storage locations.

• Development Design Review Permit for 33 residential condominiums
• Request for minor deviations regarding guest parking distance and trash storage

Finance & Governance Committee

The committee will consider a three-year agreement with Infosend, Inc. for utility bill and tax form printing and mailing services. It will also review FY 2022-23 operating budgets for the Housing Authority's public housing and voucher programs. Additionally, updates to Citizen Advisory Group bylaws are on the agenda.

• $996,534 agreement with Infosend, Inc. for printing and mailing services
• $25,112,313 operating budget for Housing Choice Voucher Program
• $6,872,555 operating budget for Low Rent Public Housing Program
• $100,000 increase to the Amazon Business spending limit
• Proposed uniform bylaws for various Citizen Advisory Groups

Comm. Services, Public Safety, and Housing & Development

The committee will review a budget appropriation for animal safety services with the County of Ventura. Members will also consider a purchase order for 73 radios and discuss HUD housing voucher programs to address homelessness.

• $2,156,159 budget appropriation for animal safety services with the County of Ventura
• $777,385.26 purchase order with Motorola for 73 radios
• Report on HUD Housing Choice Voucher Programs and homelessness response proposals

Public Works & Transportation Committee

The Public Works & Transportation Committee is reviewing amendments to two city agreements. These include increasing the budget for bulk fuel delivery and extending the rental of refuse collection vehicles.

• Increase Conico Toro, Inc. fuel delivery contract to $3,120,200
• Extend fuel delivery term through June 30, 2024, for several city sites
• Increase Big Truck Rental, LLC agreement to $3,168,800
• Extend rental of 15 CNG refuse collection vehicles through June 30, 2023

Community Development Director Hearing

The Community Development Director will hold a public hearing regarding the construction of Fore Apartments at RiverPark. The project includes a five-story building and a six-story parking structure located at 2700/2750 North Ventura Road. The recommendation is to approve the development design review permit.

• Development Design Review Permit for 333 residential units
• Construction of a 409,257 square foot building
• Creation of a 171,066 square foot parking structure with 510 spaces

Planning Commission

The Oxnard Planning Commission meeting scheduled for May 19, 2022, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 2, 2022, at 6:00 p.m.

City Council

The City Council is reviewing the Annual Action Plan for Fiscal Year 2022-2023, which includes federal grants for community development and housing. The council will also consider a significant increase to an irrigation supplies purchase order.

• Increase SiteOne Landscape Supply purchase order from $100,000 to $1,000,000
• $431,441.09 amendment for Santa Clara Landfill monitoring with VRSD
• Adoption of the Annual Action Plan for Fiscal Year 2022-2023
• Extension of Police School Resource Officer services agreement
• New education scholarship program for Section 8 and Public Housing tenants

Community Workshop

This community workshop presents several proposed development projects for public input. No decisions will be made during this meeting. The session includes presentations on new alcohol licenses and residential subdivisions.

• El Rio Market: ABC license request for a 2,115 square-foot convenience store at 2585 North Vineyard Avenue
• 1001 Catamaran Street: Subdivision of a 0.18-acre lot for a 4,728 square-foot duplex
• Villa Ristorante: ABC license request for a 3,423 square-foot restaurant at 1601 South Victoria Avenue
• Mountain Mike’s Pizza: ABC license request for a 2,420 square-foot restaurant at 1105 South Victoria Avenue

Community Relations Commission

The Commission will receive updates regarding the 31st Annual Juneteenth Celebration and community efforts concerning bullying and hate crimes. Commissioners will also consider guest speakers for the remainder of 2022.

• Update on the 31st Annual Juneteenth Celebration
• Update on community bullying and hate crime efforts
• Selection of guest speakers for 2022 meetings
• Approval of April 18, 2022, meeting minutes

Inter-Neighborhood Council Organization

The INCO Executive Board will meet to discuss Quimby funds for future Public Works park improvements. The meeting includes updates on neighborhood cleanups and the Subcommittee on Neighborhood Activation. Additionally, the board will set the agenda for the June 2022 General Membership meeting.

• Discussion of Quimby funds and future Public Works park improvements
• Update from the INCO Subcommittee on Neighborhood Activation
• Discussion regarding neighborhood cleanups
• Setting the agenda for the June 2022 INCO General Membership meeting
• Approval of minutes from March 9, 2022, and April 18, 2022

Senior Services Commission

The Senior Services Commission will review presentations regarding services for Oxnard seniors from the DMV Ombudsman and the Alzheimer’s Association. The meeting also includes updates on senior programs, events, and subcommittee reports.

• Presentation by DMV Ombudsman on services for Oxnard senior residents
• Presentation by Alzheimer’s Association on services for Oxnard senior residents
• Review of Senior Services Programs and Events
• Subcommittee reports regarding the New Senior Center and Area Agency on Aging

Comm. Services, Public Safety, and Housing & Development

The committee will review the minutes from the April 26, 2022 meeting. The City Manager's department is also proposing a new Special Event Support Program and a $115,000 budget allocation for FY 22-23.

• Approval of April 26, 2022 meeting minutes
• Proposed Special Event Support Program and $115,000 budget allocation for FY 22-23

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a permit for the Lockwood2 Senior Apartments project. This development would include 168 fully affordable units for seniors aged 62 and older. The proposal includes a community center and onsite amenities.

• Lockwood2 Senior Apartments: 168-unit, 100% affordable senior housing project
• Special Use Permit and Density Bonus Permit for 2001 Outlet Center Drive
• Approval of April 7, 2022, meeting minutes

Cultural Arts Commission

The Cultural Arts Commission will discuss an updated volunteer program proposal for a Volunteer Poet Laureate. The commission will also continue discussions regarding the development of a Public Art Grant Proposal and receive a report on grant opportunities for local artists.

• Updated Volunteer Poet Laureate program proposal
• Public Art Grant Proposal development
• Grant Development Subcommittee report on artist opportunities
• Approval of March 2, 2022 meeting minutes

Inter-Neighborhood Council Organization

The Inter-Neighborhood Council Organization will receive reports on several city matters. These include the upcoming Fiscal Year 2022-23 Budget and an update to the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance. A report on a proposed residential curb cut policy will also be presented.

• Fiscal Year 2022-23 Budget report from City Manager Alexander Nguyen
• Update to the City’s Inclusionary Housing Ordinance
• Proposed new residential curb cut policy regarding parking availability

City Council

The City Council is reviewing ordinances for rent stabilization and just cause evictions. The agenda also includes a rezoning request for 90 condominium units at Portofino Place and several chemical supply contracts. Additionally, the council will hold a public hearing on the five-year capital improvement program.

• Adoption of ordinances for rent stabilization (max 4% annual increase) and just cause evictions
• Rezoning of a 7.61-acre site at Portofino Place for 90 two-story condominium units
• Agreement with Pirate California Holdings, LLC for $800,000 in temporary labor services
• Chemical supply agreements totaling $10,700,000 for water and wastewater facilities
• Contract amendments for environmental services with Rincon Consultants and ESA

Commission on Homelessness

The Commission on Homelessness will vote on its 2022 goals, which include educational efforts and completing subcommittee projects. The meeting also includes a review of the Safe Parking Sub Committee proposal and updates on various city initiatives.

• Approval of 2022 Commission goals
• Safe Parking Sub Committee proposal
• Foul Weather Shelter Sub Committee update
• Turning Point presentation
• Day Drop In Center site search update

Measure O Citizens Oversight Committee

The Measure O Citizen Oversight Committee will meet to select a Chair and Vice Chair for one-year terms. The committee will also receive an update on the City’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and discuss a recommendation for a Measure O weaning schedule.

• Approval of January 27, 2022, meeting minutes
• Selection of Chair and Vice Chair
• City’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) update
• Recommendation of a Measure O weaning schedule to City Council

City Council

This special meeting consists of closed session items for the City Council. The council will meet with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation and discuss price and terms for properties at 407 West Hueneme Road and 625 North A Street. The agenda also includes labor negotiations with various employee organizations.

• Property negotiations for 407 West Hueneme Road
• Property negotiations for 625 North A Street
• Labor negotiations with SEIU Local 721, IUOE Local 501, and others
• Consultation regarding anticipated litigation

Finance & Governance Committee

The Finance & Governance Committee will review the creation of an Oxnard Master Fee Schedule. The committee will also consider updates to the Utility Rates Assistance Program (Project Assist). Recommendations from this meeting will be presented to the City Council.

• Recommendation to adopt a comprehensive Oxnard Master Fee Schedule
• Proposal for a $15.00 maximum monthly utility bill credit for eligible residents
• Authorization of up to $145,000 from late payment penalty fees to fund utility assistance
• Approval of the April 12, 2022, meeting minutes

Comm. Services, Public Safety, and Housing & Development

The committee is reviewing the Annual Action Plan for Fiscal Year 2022-2023 and amendments to previous years' plans. This includes managing federal grants such as the Community Development Block Grant and Emergency Solutions Grant. The committee is also discussing a new privately funded education scholarship program for Section 8 and Public Housing residents.

• Adoption of the FY 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan and previous plan amendments
• Management of HUD grants including CDBG, HOME, and ESG funds
• New privately funded education scholarship program for Section 8 and Public Housing tenants
• Approval of March 22, 2022 meeting minutes

Public Works & Transportation Committee

The committee is reviewing the 2022-2027 Five Year Capital Improvement Program and holding a public hearing. They are also considering contract amendments for irrigation supplies and landfill monitoring. Additionally, they will review an agreement regarding the California Low Income Household Water Assistance Program.

• Public hearing for the 2022-2027 Five Year Capital Improvement Program
• $1,000,000 amendment with SiteOne Landscape Supply, LLC for irrigation parts and supplies
• $431,441.09 amendment with Ventura Regional Sanitation District for landfill monitoring
• Agreement with HORNE LLP for the California Low Income Household Water Assistance Program

Planning Commission

The Oxnard Planning Commission issued a notice of cancellation for its scheduled meeting on April 21, 2022. A public hearing regarding the Lockwood2 Senior Apartments project is being continued to May 5, 2022.

• Cancellation of the April 21, 2022, Planning Commission meeting
• Postponement of the Lockwood2 Senior Apartments public hearing to May 5, 2022

City Council

The council will review several contracts, including a $539,307 heavy equipment purchase. It will also consider an ordinance regarding the Police Department's military equipment use policy. Additionally, officials plan to waive existing library overdue fines.

• Elimination of $187,212 in library overdue fines
• Recognition of $7,092,300 grant for Durley Park expansion
• Introduction of ordinance for police military equipment use policy
• $539,307.22 purchase of heavy equipment from Quinn Company
• $750,000 contract for hazardous waste disposal

Community Relations Commission

The Community Relations Commission is meeting to review the March 21, 2022 minutes and hear updates on the Tobacco Policy Program. Commissioners will also discuss the date, time, and location for the 2022 City of Oxnard Multicultural Festival.

• Tobacco Policy Program update from County of Ventura staff
• Report from the Oxnard Housing Department Fair Housing Division
• Planning for the 2022 City of Oxnard Multicultural Festival
• Selection of guest speakers for 2022 CRC meetings

Community Workshop

This community workshop presents several proposed development projects for public input. No decisions are made during this meeting, but comments are collected for future decision-makers. Projects include a large-scale specific plan, a charter high school conversion, and new retail locations.

• Teal Club Specific Plan: 149.72-acre development including up to 990 residential units
• Vista Real Charter High School: conversion of office/retail space at 401 South A Street
• El Rio Market: request for alcohol sales permit at 2585 North Vineyard Avenue
• Umesh Retail Pharmacy: new pharmacy at 1200 North Ventura Road, Unit G

Inter-Neighborhood Council Organization

The Inter-Neighborhood Council Organization (INCO) Executive Board will meet to approve minutes from the March 9, 2022, meeting. The board is also scheduled to discuss next steps and action items for the Neighborhood Cleanup program.

• Approval of March 9, 2022, meeting minutes
• Discussion regarding the Neighborhood Cleanup program

City Council

The City Council is introducing two new ordinances for first reading. These include a just cause eviction and tenant protection ordinance, as well as a rent stabilization ordinance that would limit annual rent increases to five percent.

• Introduction of Just Cause Eviction & Tenant Protection Ordinance
• Introduction of Rent Stabilization Ordinance (limiting annual rent increases to 5%)

Senior Services Commission

The Commission will receive presentations from Livingston Memorial and Caregivers about services provided to Oxnard seniors. The agenda also includes a presentation on Senior Services Programs and Events.

• Presentation by Livingston Memorial on senior resident services
• Presentation by Caregivers on senior resident services
• Senior Services Programs and Events presentation
• Approval of March 8, 2022 meeting minutes

Finance & Governance Committee

The Finance & Governance Committee is considering a resolution for an EPA WIFIA loan of up to $55,000,000. The committee will also discuss procurement ordinance revisions related to the new Tyler Munis financial system.

• Resolution for an EPA WIFIA loan not exceeding $55,000,000
• Procurement Ordinance revisions for the Tyler Munis ERP Financial System
• Approval of March 8, 2022 meeting minutes

Comm. Services, Public Safety, and Housing & Development

The Community Services, Public Safety, Housing & Development Committee meeting scheduled for April 12, 2022, is cancelled. The next committee meeting is scheduled for April 26, 2022.

Public Works & Transportation Committee

The Public Works and Transportation Committee is reviewing multiple agreements for the supply of chemicals to Oxnard's wastewater, water, and recycled water facilities. The committee is also considering a contract for temporary labor services at the Del Norte Regional Recycling and Transfer Station.

• $10,700,000 in agreements for chemical supply to water and wastewater facilities through June 30, 2024
• $800,000 contract with Pirate California Holdings, LLC for labor at Del Norte Regional Recycling and Transfer Station
• $2,500,000 agreement with Pencco, Inc. for ferric chloride and ferrous chloride delivery
• $2,750,000 agreement with Univar Solutions USA, Inc. for sodium bisulfate and sulfuric acid

Planning Commission

The commission will consider a special use permit for a veterinarian hospital at 1950 North Rose Avenue. The project involves interior improvements to an existing 3,500-square-foot tenant space. Additionally, the commission will review a resolution to reauthorize remote teleconference meetings.

• Special Use Permit for Banfield Pet Hospital at 1950 North Rose Avenue
• Resolution reauthorizing remote teleconference meetings
• Approval of meeting minutes from February 17, February 24, and March 17, 2022

Inter-Neighborhood Council Organization

The Inter-Neighborhood Council Organization will receive a report on the Neighborhood Council Budget Program. Members will also receive an update regarding active and inactive Neighborhood Councils.

• Approval of March 2, 2022 minutes
• Report on Neighborhood Council Budget Program
• Update on active and inactive Neighborhood Councils

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding $32 million in bonds for the Homeless Solutions Center. The agenda also includes development amendments for RiverPark and approvals for various utility maintenance contracts.

• Bond issuance of up to $32,000,000 for the Homeless Solutions Center
• Amendments to the RiverPark Specific Plan and Fore Property development agreements
• Electrical repair contract with Oilfield Electric Company up to $750,000
• $257,989.85 agreement for wastewater blower services
• $7,000,000 grant application for Campus Park Central Oxnard Greening Project

Commission on Homelessness

The Commission will consider adopting revised bylaws and its 2022 goals. Members will also receive updates from the Safe Parking and Foul Weather Shelter subcommittees. Additionally, staff will provide reports regarding the Day Drop In Center site search.

• Adoption of revised bylaws
• Approval of 2022 Commission goals
• Safe Parking Sub Committee update
• Foul Weather Shelter Sub Committee update
• Day Drop In Center site search report

General

The Oxnard City Council is reviewing several financial and administrative items, including the recategorization of $15,670,000 in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) projects. The council will also consider fire engine equipment financing and amendments to police vehicle leases.

• Recategorizing $15,670,000 of ARPA projects into the Replacing Lost Public Sector Revenue category
• Authorizing a fire engine equipment lease/purchase agreement up to $3.3 million
• Increasing the Enterprise vehicle lease agreement from $4,100,000 to not exceed $6,795,000
• Approving a $335,137.99 purchase order for medical monitors and defibrillators
• Approving a $379,560.11 contract for accessibility remodeling at Palm Vista

Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission

The commission will review its 2022-2023 goals and discuss park safety plans with the Oxnard Police Department. The meeting includes presentations regarding the Many Mansions project and opportunities in the Five Points neighborhood. A vote on committee recommendations for Five Points is also scheduled.

• Vote on Committee Recommendations for Five Points Park & Recreation Opportunities
• Presentation on the Many Mansions project
• Discussion of park safety plans with the Oxnard Police Department
• Refinement of 2022-2023 PRCSC Commission Goals

Comm. Services, Public Safety, and Housing & Development

The committee is considering the elimination of all library overdue fines and the waiving of existing debt. Members will also discuss a new residential curb cut policy intended to increase parking availability. Additionally, the committee will review reports on police equipment use and housing grant amendments.

• Elimination of library overdue fines and waiving of $187,212 in existing debt
• Review of proposed residential curb cut policy to enhance parking availability
• Report on Assembly Bill 481 regarding law enforcement military equipment use
• Amendments to the 2021-22 and 2020-21 Annual Action Plans for housing grants

Public Works & Transportation Committee

The Public Works and Transportation Committee will review a proposed residential curb cut policy intended to enhance parking availability. The committee will also consider recommendations for heavy equipment purchases, labor compliance monitoring services, and hazardous waste disposal agreements.

• Purchase of heavy equipment from Quinn Company for $539,307.22
• Contract amendment with Casamar Group LLC for labor compliance monitoring up to $1,000,000
• Agreement with Clean Earth Environmental Solutions, Inc. for hazardous waste disposal up to $750,000
• Review of proposed New Residential Curb Cut Policy

Community Workshop

This community workshop presents proposed development projects to the public for input. No decisions are made at this meeting. Presentations include a liquor permit request for El Rio Market and a temporary vehicle storage proposal.

• ABC Special Use Permit for alcohol sales at 2585 North Vineyard Avenue
• Temporary vehicle storage facility on 33.7 acres at West Hueneme Road and Perkins Road
• Proposed 2,115 square-foot convenience store/market (El Rio Market)

Community Relations Commission

The Community Relations Commission will review a Tobacco Policy Program update and receive information on resources from Community Action of Ventura County. Commissioners will also consider potential guest speakers for the 2022 meeting calendar.

• Tobacco Policy Program Update
• Presentation of resources from Community Action of Ventura County
• Selection of guest speakers for 2022 meetings
• Approval of February 28, 2022 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review the City of Oxnard's Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for fiscal years 2022-2027. This review evaluates if projects such as roadway improvements and stormwater drainage align with the 2030 General Plan and Coastal Land Use Plan policies. The commission will also consider a resolution to reauthorize remote teleconference meetings.

• Review of Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for FY 2022-2027
• Resolution reauthorizing remote teleconference meetings
• Roadway improvements and stormwater drainage projects

City Council

The City Council will discuss labor negotiations and receive a COVID-19 update regarding shipping congestion. The agenda includes an ordinance to amend council district boundaries and several contract approvals. The council will also consider accepting state grants for delinquent utility charges.

• Grants of $1,258,764.85 for water and $848,092.67 for wastewater arrearages
• $316,748.40 purchase order for battery-operated extrication equipment
• $78,500 amendment to Northern Digital, Inc. contract for water system design
• Ordinance amending City Council district boundaries and numbers
• Appointment of Gabriela Basua as SCAG voting delegate

Community Development Director Hearing

The Community Development Director will conduct a public hearing regarding the Orozco Residence project. The proposal includes constructing a 2,107-square-foot residential building and converting a garage into an accessory dwelling unit. Staff recommends approving the development design review and ADU permits.

• Development Design Review Permit No. 21-200-10 for 545 Carty Drive
• Conversion of a 750-square-foot garage into an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)
• Conversion of a family room into a 500-square-foot Junior ADU

Inter-Neighborhood Council Organization

The INCO Executive Board is meeting to receive updates on neighborhood activation and a letter regarding neighborhood cleanups. The board will also hear a report on the Neighborhood Council Budget Program and set the agenda for the April 2022 General Membership meeting.

• Update from the Subcommittee on Neighborhood Activation
• Discussion and action on an INCO letter concerning neighborhood cleanups
• Report on the Neighborhood Council Budget Program
• Setting the agenda for the April 2022 General Membership meeting

Senior Services Commission

The Senior Services Commission will review presentations regarding services for Oxnard seniors provided by Catholic Charities and the Braille Institute. The meeting also includes updates on senior programs, events, and subcommittee reports.

• Presentation by Catholic Charities on services for Oxnard senior residents
• Presentation by Braille Institute on services for Oxnard senior residents
• Review of Senior Services Programs and Events
• Approval of February 8, 2022, meeting minutes

Finance & Governance Committee

The Finance & Governance Committee will consider recommending a $3.3 million equipment lease and purchase agreement with Banc of America to the City Council. The committee will also review the minutes from the February 22, 2022 meeting.

• Approval of February 22, 2022, meeting minutes
• Banc of America equipment lease/purchase agreement up to $3.3 million

Comm. Services, Public Safety, and Housing & Development

The Committee is reviewing a $335,137.99 purchase of medical monitors for the Fire Department. It is also considering participation in middle-income housing programs for two developments and updates on downtown settlement funds.

• $335,137.99 purchase order with Stryker Medical for Lifepak monitors/defibrillators
• $380,000 amendment to Baker & Taylor agreement for library materials
• Middle-income housing program participation for 1500 Tulipan
• Middle-income housing program participation for 3040 Oxnard Blvd
• $171,432 total appropriation for homeless outreach coordinator services

Public Works & Transportation Committee

The Public Works & Transportation Committee is reviewing several infrastructure and service contracts. Items include wastewater blower services, on-call electrical repairs, and a report on stormwater diversion for recycled water use. The committee will also receive a fire hydrant operations report.

• $257,989.85 agreement with Howden Roots LLC for wastewater blower services
• $750,000 contract with Oilfield Electric Company for on-call electrical repairs
• Report on stormwater diversion into the Oxnard Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Fire Hydrant Operations Report

Commission on Homelessness

The Commission on Homelessness will review minutes from the February 7, 2022 meeting and receive a presentation regarding Turning Point. Members will also hear updates from the Housing First, Safe Parking, and Foul Weather Shelter subcommittees. Additionally, the Commission will consider its 2022 goals.

• Adoption of February 7, 2022 meeting minutes
• Presentation regarding Turning Point
• Housing First Sub Committee update
• Safe Parking Sub Committee update
• Foul Weather Shelter Sub Committee update

Planning Commission

The Oxnard Planning Commission meeting scheduled for March 3, 2022, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 17, 2022, at 6:00 p.m.

Cultural Arts Commission

The Commission will discuss a proposal for a Poet Laureate and appoint a subcommittee to research grant opportunities for local artists. The agenda also includes updates on city arts programming and artist directories.

• Discussion of poet laureate proposal
• Appointment of a subcommittee to research grants for local artists
• Report on Artist and Mural Directory forms and process
• Update on City of Oxnard Arts Programming
• Approval of February 2, 2022, meeting minutes

Inter-Neighborhood Council Organization

The INCO will hear presentations from the Youth Coalition of Oxnard and Ventura County Ice Sports. The meeting also includes a discussion on neighborhood clean-ups for possible direction or action. Neighborhood chairs and the executive board will provide reports.

• Presentation: Civic Engagement at 17 (Youth Coalition of Oxnard)
• Presentation: Ventura County Ice Sports
• Discussion and potential action regarding neighborhood clean-ups
• Approval of February 2, 2022, meeting minutes

City Council

The Oxnard City Council is considering various public works agreements and professional service contracts. The agenda includes projects for utility equipment replacement, gopher abatement, and multiple on-call engineering services.

• $528,000 for Blending Station No. 3 Variable Frequency Drive Replacement Project
• $375,000 contract with Pestmaster Services, L.P. for gopher abatement services
• On-call engineering agreements ranging from $250,000 to $1,000,000
• Authorization of Caltrans Master and Freeway Maintenance Agreements
• Sale of a single-family home at 3139 J Street for $1

Community Relations Commission

The meeting includes a presentation on military equipment funding, use, and acquisition by the Oxnard Police Department. Commissioners will also review their powers and duties and discuss guest speakers for 2022 meetings.

• Presentation on military equipment funding, use, and acquisition (AB 481)
• Review of Commission powers and duties
• Consideration of guest speakers for 2022 meetings
• Approval of January 24, 2022 meeting minutes

Downtown Design Review Committee

The committee will hold a public hearing regarding the Aspire Apartments project, which proposes an 88-unit affordable housing building with commercial space. The agenda also includes the election of the 2022 Committee Chair and Vice Chair.

• Public hearing for Aspire Apartments at 536 Meta Street
• Proposed 88-unit mixed-use affordable housing building
• Election of the 2022 Committee Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of December 9, 2021 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding a special meeting to consider two continued public hearings regarding commercial cannabis retail permits. These requests involve tenant improvements and operational changes at locations on North Vineyard Avenue and North Ventura Road. Staff recommends approving both projects with categorical environmental exemptions.

• Special Use Permit for Elevate Oxnard at 2731 North Vineyard Avenue
• Special Use Permit for Boxnard LLC at 1970 North Ventura Road
• Approval of meeting minutes from January 13, January 20, and February 3, 2022

Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission

The Commission will hold elections for its 2022 Chair and Vice Chair. The meeting also includes a presentation on bringing an ice skating rink to Oxnard and updates on Campus Park and commission bylaws.

• Elections for 2022 Chair and Vice Chair
• Presentation on bringing an Ice Skating Rink to Oxnard
• Update on Commission Bylaws
• Update on Campus Park

Finance & Governance Committee

The Finance & Governance Committee will review the FY 2021-22 mid-year budget update, including recommendations for fund appropriations totaling over $1.1 million. The committee will also consider amendments to salary and position control resolutions. Additionally, staff will present reports on accounts receivable write-offs and capital expenditure reimbursements.

• $1,162,947 budget appropriation recommendation for Public Liability and Workers’ Compensation funds
• Annual Accounts Receivable Write-Off Report review
• Resolution regarding reimbursement for certain capital expenditures from indebtedness proceeds
• Amendments to the Position Control Resolution
• Amendments to the Classification and Salary Schedule Resolution

Comm. Services, Public Safety, and Housing & Development

The committee will review a purchase order for fire department equipment and an update on a polystyrene ban ordinance. They will also discuss housing plans and a lease agreement amendment.

• $316,748.40 purchase order for battery-operated extrication equipment
• Update on Expanded Polystyrene Ban Ordinance efforts
• 5-Year PHA Plan and Capital Fund Program for low-rent public housing
• Accessibility Remodel Project at Palm Vista update
• Second Amendment to Enterprise Lease Agreement

Public Works & Transportation Committee

The Public Works & Transportation Committee is reviewing various service agreements for the City of Oxnard. These include contracts for landscaping, custodial services, door maintenance, and financial consulting. The committee will also receive a report on water quality monitoring in the Channel Islands Harbor.

• $1,000,000 contract with Garcia’s Landscaping Maintenance Inc. for vegetation and irrigation repair
• $750,000 contract with South Coast Industrial Door, Inc. for roll-up door maintenance
• $735,000 contract with Executive Facilities Services, Inc. for custodial services at various city locations
• Fifth Amendment to NBS Government Finance Group agreement for $380,200
• Channel Islands Water Quality and Quality Assurance Project Plan (QAPP) Report

Planning Commission

The commission will consider several applications for commercial cannabis retail facilities on North Vineyard Avenue and North Ventura Road. A public hearing is also scheduled regarding a Starbucks and fast food restaurant development at 1600 Ives Avenue. Two cannabis permit items are recommended to be continued to February 24, 2022.

• Cannabis retail permit for Advocate Society LLC at 2550 North Vineyard Avenue
• Cannabis retail permit for Blooming Organics LLC at 2731 North Vineyard Avenue
• Cannabis retail permit for Boxnard LLC at 1970 North Ventura Road
• Starbucks and fast food drive-through development at 1600 Ives Avenue

General

The Oxnard City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the redistricting process for City Council districts. The Council will take testimony on six selected maps and three maps submitted before the February 7, 2022 deadline. The goal is to select one proposed map to bring back for an ordinance introduction on March 1, 2022.

• Public hearing regarding redistricting of City Council districts
• Review of NDC Maps 201, 203, and 203A
• Review of Public Maps 4, 6, and 7
• Consideration of Public Maps 9, 10, and 11

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a commercial cannabis retail permit for Oxnard Holistics. The council is also reviewing a $2,192,342 grant application to hire six firefighters. Additionally, officials will receive an update on the Trauma Center Hospital Designation.

• Public hearing for TD Enterprise LLC dba Oxnard Holistics cannabis retail permit
• $2,192,342 SAFER grant application to hire six additional firefighters
• $770,000 purchase order with Insight Public Sector, Inc. for IT infrastructure
• $900,000 agreement with Blackpointe Group Construction & Management Inc. for catch basin cleaning

Community Workshop

This community workshop presents three proposed mixed-use apartment projects for public input. No decisions are made at this meeting, as the session is intended for residents to learn about the developments and provide feedback to applicants. The projects involve residential units on South C Street and Meta Street.

• 613 South C Street Apartments: 20 residential units (2 affordable)
• 637/643 South C Street Apartments: 36 residential units (4 affordable)
• Aspire Apartments Project at 536 Meta Street: 88 residential units

Downtown Design Review Committee

The Oxnard Downtown Design Review Committee meeting scheduled for February 10, 2022, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The Palm Drive Mixed Use Development project at 140 Palm Drive was removed from the calendar and will be re-noticed for a future hearing.

• Cancellation of the February 10 meeting
• Removal of Palm Drive Mixed Use Development from the agenda

City Council

The City Council is reviewing draft ordinances regarding rent stabilization, just cause eviction, and tenant protection. The Council will provide direction to staff on any necessary modifications to the drafts. This item is expected to be brought back at a future meeting.

• Review of Rent Stabilization and Just Cause Eviction and Tenant Protection draft ordinances

Inter-Neighborhood Council Organization

The INCO Executive Board will receive updates from subcommittees regarding bylaws and neighborhood activation. The board is also scheduled to discuss the Neighborhood Cleanup Program and review the status of Neighborhood Council Zoom accounts. Additionally, members will set the agenda for the March 2022 General Membership meeting.

• Update from INCO Subcommittees on Neighborhood Activation and Bylaws
• Status update on Neighborhood Council Zoom accounts
• Discussion on Neighborhood Cleanup Program
• Setting the March 2022 General Membership meeting agenda

Senior Services Commission

The commission will hear presentations from Dignity Health and Action regarding services provided to Oxnard senior residents. The meeting also includes a presentation on Senior Services Programs and Events. Subcommittee reports will be provided regarding the New Senior Center and the Ventura County Area Agency on Aging.

• Dignity Health presentation on services for Oxnard seniors
• Action presentation on services for Oxnard seniors
• Senior Services Programs and Events presentation
• New Senior Center subcommittee report
• Approval of January 11, 2021 meeting minutes

Finance & Governance Committee

The Finance & Governance Committee will review the FY 2021-22 mid-year budget and recommend fund appropriations. Members will also discuss potential restructuring of CalPERS pension liabilities to seek lower interest rates. Other items include contract amendments for office furniture and software services.

• $300,000 increase for Tri-County Office Furniture purchase order
• $250,366 amendment to Superion CentralSquare software license agreement
• $1,162,947 in recommended budget appropriations for city funds
• Presentation on CalPERS pension Unfunded Accrued Liability (UAL)

Public Works & Transportation Committee

The Public Works & Transportation Committee is reviewing several on-call professional engineering agreements for various firms. The committee will also consider a contract for gopher abatement at City properties and a resolution regarding state recycling compliance.

• $375,000 agreement with Pestmaster Services, L.P. for gopher abatement
• On-call engineering agreement with Dudek not to exceed $1,000,000
• On-call engineering agreement with Pacific Coast Land Design, Inc. not to exceed $1,000,000
• On-call engineering agreement with KTU&A not to exceed $1,000,000
• Resolution regarding compliance with Senate Bill 619 and SB 1383

Commission on Homelessness

The Commission will review updates from the Housing First, Safe Parking, and Foul Weather Shelter subcommittees. The meeting also includes a presentation on Gabriel’s House and a discussion regarding 2022 goals.

• Adoption of January 10, 2022, meeting minutes
• Presentation on Gabriel’s House
• Updates from Housing First, Safe Parking, and Foul Weather Shelter subcommittees
• Discussion regarding 2022 goals
• Discussion regarding a vacancy on the Commission

Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission

The Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission is holding a special online meeting. The commission will discuss its future goals and develop ideas to shape its work going forward.

• Discussion of Commission Goals

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is considering special use permits for two new cannabis retail businesses in Oxrand. One project at 2550 North Vineyard Avenue includes a request to reduce required parking spaces from 54 to 46. The commission will also elect its Chair and Vice Chair for the 2022 calendar year.

• Cannabis retail permit for Advocate Society LLC at 2550 North Vineyard Avenue
• Request for parking relief from 54 to 46 spaces at 2550 North Vineyard Avenue
• Cannabis retail permit for Haven #8 LLC at 220 South A Street
• Election of the 2022 Planning Commission Chair and Vice Chair
• Resolution reauthorizing remote teleconference meetings

Cultural Arts Commission

The Cultural Arts Commission will discuss a poet laureate proposal and strategic planning for arts education and grant component goals. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the January 12, 2022, special meeting.

• Poet laureate proposal discussion
• Arts education component goals discussion
• Grant component goals discussion
• Approval of January 12, 2022, special meeting minutes

Inter-Neighborhood Council Organization

The Inter-Neighborhood Council Organization (INCO) will hear an overview of neighborhood cleanups, drop-off events, and the FY 2021-22 Capital Improvement Program. The meeting also includes a report regarding the upcoming Neighborhood Council Budget Program.

• Overview of neighborhood cleanups, drop-off events, and the FY 2021-22 Capital Improvement Program
• Report on the upcoming Neighborhood Council Budget Program
• Approval of December 1, 2021, meeting minutes

City Council

The Oxnard City Council is reviewing several infrastructure projects and grant applications. This includes a request for federal tobacco grant funds and multiple on-call engineering agreements. The council will also receive an update regarding COVID-19.

• $410,944 application for the DOJ Tobacco Grant Program
• $43,598 amendment for Oxnard Boulevard Bicycle Facilities Installation
• $296,300 contract with GSE Construction Company for Pipe Island Improvement Project
• Approval of multiple on-call professional engineering service agreements
• COVID-19 update and re-authorization of remote teleconference meetings

Community Development Director Hearing

The Community Development Director will consider a permit for the Keyser Residence project at 527 North McKinley Avenue. The proposal involves converting a former church structure into a 1,490-square-foot single-family house and adding a 640-square-foot accessory dwelling unit (ADU). Staff recommends approving the development design review and ADU permits.

• Conversion of a former church at 527 North McKinley Avenue into a three-bedroom house
• Creation of a 640-square-foot two-bedroom accessory dwelling unit (ADU)
• Request for CEQA exemption for the project

Community Workshop

This workshop presents proposed development projects for community input. No decisions will be made at this meeting. The agenda includes new residential construction and a cannabis retail facility request.

• Seng Residence: Special Use Permit for a 1,500 square foot residence at 2310-2312 Saviers Road
• Orozco Residence: Development Design Review Permit for a single-family dwelling at 545 Carty Drive
• Boxnard, LLC: Special Use Permit for cannabis retail at 1970 North Ventura Road

Measure O Citizens Oversight Committee

The committee will review the independent annual financial audit report and receive an update on the status of current Measure O projects. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the October 28, 2021, meeting.

• Approval of October 28, 2021, meeting minutes
• Independent Annual Financial Audit report
• Update on status and accomplishments of current Measure O projects

Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission

The Commission will discuss plans for a park in the Five Points Neighborhood and address flooding at the Southwest Community Park playground. Staff will also provide updates on various grants and division reports.

• Plans for a park in the Five Points Neighborhood
• Flooding issues at the Southwest Community Park playground
• Community Development Block Grant report for Thompson, Johnson’s Creek, and SierraLinda Parks
• Clean California Grant update
• Durley Park grant and plans update

Finance & Governance Committee

The Finance & Governance Committee will consider a recommendation for an Information Technology purchase order with Insight Public Sector Inc. The committee will also review the minutes from the January 11, 2022 meeting.

• $770,000 blanket purchase order with Insight Public Sector Inc.
• Approval of January 11, 2022, meeting minutes

Comm. Services, Public Safety, and Housing & Development

The committee will review a federal grant application to fund six new firefighters. It will also discuss updates to the City’s Climate Action and Adaptation Plan and an amendment to a loan agreement for Las Cortes Phase III.

• $2,192,342 SAFER Grant application for six additional firefighters
• $3,133,436 impact fee loan agreement amendment for Las Cortes Phase III
• Update on the City’s Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP)

Public Works & Transportation Committee

The committee will consider a recommendation to approve a three-year agreement with Blackpointe Group Construction & Management Inc. for catch basin cleaning. The agenda also includes an update on the City’s Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System Permit.

• Agreement A-8428 with Blackpointe Group Construction & Management Inc. for catch basin cleaning services up to $900,000
• New Stormwater Permit update
• Approval of January 11, 2022, meeting minutes

Community Relations Commission

The Community Relations Commission will meet to conduct annual organizational business for 2022. The commission plans to elect its Chair and Vice Chair and assign commissioners to various subcommittees. Members will also review the commission's powers and duties.

• Election of 2022 Chair and Vice Chair
• Assignment of commissioners to subcommittees
• Review of Powers & Duties by Deputy City Attorney Jason Zaragoza
• Consideration of guest speakers for 2022 meetings
• Approval of December 20, 2021 meeting minutes

General

The Oxnard City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the redistricting process for City Council districts. The meeting includes a presentation from a consultant regarding submitted maps.

• Public hearing regarding the redistricting of City Council districts

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several public hearing items regarding cannabis retail permits and a new restaurant development. The agenda includes requests for tenant improvements at three locations and the construction of new Starbucks and In-N-Out restaurants on Ventura Boulevard. Additionally, the commission will elect its 2022 Chair and Vice Chair.

• Cannabis retail permit for 911 South Oxnard Boulevard
• Cannabis retail permit for 156 South A Street
• Cannabis retail permit for 138 South A Street
• Construction of Starbucks and In-N-Out at 1700, 1720, and 1740 Ventura Boulevard
• Election of the 2022 Planning Commission Chair and Vice Chair

Community Development Director Hearing

The Community Development Director will hold a public hearing regarding the Las Cortes Phase 2 project. The proposal includes constructing 109 apartments, 108 of which are designated as affordable, on an 8.2-acre site. The plan features eight buildings, a community center, and parking facilities.

• Development Design Review Permit for Las Cortes Phase 2
• Construction of 109 apartments (108 units designated as affordable)
• Proposed community center and laundry facilities

City Council

The City Council will hold a closed session to negotiate the price and payment terms for the Del Norte Vacant Property. The meeting also includes a COVID-19 update and a review of city contracts approved in late 2021. Additionally, the council will consider a contract amendment for the city's ERP project.

• Negotiations regarding price and terms for Del Norte Vacant Property
• Contract amendment for Kreative Core Technologies Corp up to $900,000
• Ratification of a $36,393 grant application for emergency management
• Approval of side letters regarding Mutual Aid Response with fire unions

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing several land use amendments, including changes to the RiverPark Specific Plan to allow high-density housing. The commission will also consider site renovations for a Starbucks and permits for cannabis retail and alcohol sales.

• RiverPark Specific Plan amendment to introduce new high-density residential land use
• Starbucks site renovations at 2551 North Vineyard Avenue, including drive-thru changes
• Alcohol Special Use Permit for Tacos El Diablo at 509 South C Street
• Cannabis retail facility permit for Oxnard Holistics at 1015 Harbor Boulevard
• Resolution to reauthorize remote teleconference meetings

Cultural Arts Commission

The Cultural Arts Commission is holding a special meeting to establish its 2022 operations. The commission will vote on the annual meeting calendar and elect a Chair and Vice Chair to serve until January 2023. Members will also continue discussions regarding the strategic plan.

• Approval of November 3, 2021, meeting minutes
• Vote on the 2022 meeting calendar
• Election of the 2022 Chair and Vice Chair
• Second strategic planning session discussion

Inter-Neighborhood Council Organization

The INCO Executive Board will receive updates from subcommittees regarding bylaws and neighborhood activation. The board will also discuss plans to resume neighborhood meetings and elections. Additionally, the board will set the agenda for the February 2022 General Membership meeting.

• Subcommittee updates on Neighborhood Activation and Bylaws
• Discussion on resuming neighborhood meetings and elections
• Setting the February 2022 General Membership meeting agenda

Senior Services Commission

The Senior Services Commission will meet to establish its goals for the year 2022. The agenda includes presentations from Every Woman Counts and Grey Law regarding services provided to Oxnard seniors. The commission will also receive updates on senior programs, events, and subcommittee reports.

• Approval of November 9, 2021, meeting minutes
• Presentation by Every Woman Counts on services for Oxnard seniors
• Presentation by Grey Law on services for Oxnard seniors
• Discussion and setting of 2022 Commission goals
• Update on the 2022 Partner Agency Presentation Calendar

Finance & Governance Committee

The Finance & Governance Committee will review the FY 20-21 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and a presentation from Eadie + Payne, LLP. The committee will also discuss providing direction on updates to the Council Procedures Manual.

• FY 20-21 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and summary presentation
• Proposed update to the Council Procedures Manual
• Approval of December 28, 2021 meeting minutes

Comm. Services, Public Safety, and Housing & Development

The committee will review a performance update for the Oxnard 311 Constituent Relationship Management System. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the December 28, 2021, regular meeting.

• Approval of December 28, 2021, meeting minutes
• Oxnard 311 performance update report

Public Works & Transportation Committee

The Public Works & Transportation Committee is reviewing thirteen on-call professional engineering agreements for three-year terms. The committee is also considering contract amendments for wastewater and recycled water treatment process support. These items are being recommended for City Council approval.

• Thirteen on-call professional engineering agreements with various firms
• Amendment to Dudek agreement for wastewater services ($400,000 total)
• Amendment to GHD, Inc. agreement for wastewater services ($400,000 total)
• Amendment to Kennedy/Jenks Consultants, Inc. agreement for wastewater services ($475,000 total)
• Amendment to Carollo Engineers, Inc. agreement for wastewater services ($475,000 total)

Commission on Homelessness

The Oxnard Commission on Homelessness will hold its annual meeting to conduct yearly business. The commission intends to elect officers and establish committees for the 2022 term. Staff will also present the Director’s Annual Year End Review.

• Election of officers
• Establishment of committees for 2022
• Updates from Housing First, Long Night Event, and Safe Parking subcommittees
• Director’s Annual Year End Review
• Adoption of December 6, 2021 meeting minutes

Community Workshop

This community workshop presents proposed development projects to the public for input. No decisions are made during this meeting; instead, residents can learn about projects and provide feedback to applicants.

• Cannabis retail permit for 2731 North Vineyard Avenue
• Proposed 1,500 square foot residence at 2310-2312 Saviers Road
• New single-family dwelling and ADU at 545 Carty Drive

General

The Oxnard City Council is holding a public hearing regarding the redistricting process for City Council districts. The council will receive a presentation from a consultant regarding submitted maps.

• Public hearing regarding redistricting of City Council districts (15/30/30)
• Presentation from the city's redistricting consultant regarding submitted maps

Cultural Arts Commission

The regular meeting of the Cultural Arts Commission scheduled for Wednesday, January 5, 2022, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 2, 2022, at 4:30 p.m.

City Council

The council will consider several financial and infrastructure items, including a grant application for city beautification and the acceptance of federal housing funds. The agenda also includes a security services contract and a COVID-19 update from the Director of Emergency Services.

• Grant application for up to $5,000,000 for the Oxnard Beautification and Clean-up Project
• Purchase of eight Battalion Chief Command Vehicles for $419,673.90
• Acceptance of $2,772,021 in HOME American Rescue Plan funding
• Security services contract with Professional Security Consultants not to exceed $2,660,000
• $145,000 budget transfer for Mandalay Bay Seawalls Project repairs