San Buenaventura (Ventura) public meetings in 2022

City Council

The Ventura City Council will hold a special closed session for potential litigation, followed by a special meeting with one formal item. The council will consider terminating the Fire Hazard Reduction Program billing, ceasing inspection fees, and refunding all fees already paid by property owners, funded from the General Fund Unassigned Fund Balance.

• Terminate Fire Hazard Reduction Program billing and cease charging inspection fees
• Refund all fees paid under the Fire Hazard Reduction Program
• Increase Fire Department budget appropriations from General Fund Unassigned Fund Balance
• Closed session on potential litigation (one case)

The City Council approved a staff recommendation to stop charging property owners fees for inspections under the Fire Hazard Reduction Program. The council also authorized the refund of all fees previously paid and the use of General Fund Unassigned Fund Balance to cover program costs.

• Approved termination of Fire Hazard Reduction Program billing and inspection fees (Unanimous)
• Approved refund of all fees paid under the Fire Hazard Reduction Program (Unanimous)
• Approved increasing Fire Department budget appropriations from General Fund Unassigned Fund Balance to cover program costs (Unanimous)

Mobile Home Rent Review Board

The Mobile Home Rent Review Board will meet to approve minutes and the 2023 meeting schedule, and receive two informational updates: one on the collection of a mobile home litigation fee (balance $11,513.51) and another on rent increases for mobile home parks under the city's rent stabilization ordinance during 2022. No formal action is expected on the informational items.

• Approve minutes from September 7, 2022 Special Meeting
• Approve 2023 meeting schedule (March 15, June 14, September 14, December 14)
• Litigation fee balance recalculated to $11,513.51; invoices sent to park owners
• Residents informed litigation fee will no longer appear on monthly bills
• Staff update on 2022 rent increases for mobile home parks under rent stabilization

Director's Hearing (Administrative Hearing)

The Director's Hearing will consider several planning items, including a 71-unit residential development at 915 Goodman Ave, alcohol use permits for Leashless Brewery and Ventura Spirits, an amendment to Gold Coast Recycling's use permit, and a minor variance at 625 Viewcrest Dr. The hearing will also approve the November 10, 2022 meeting minutes and the 2023 hearing calendar.

• Colony Parc II: 71-unit, 3-story residential development at 915 Goodman Ave (Major Design Review, Variance, Planned Development Permit)
• Leashless Brewery: Alcohol Use Permit and Minor Change for outdoor patio expansion at 585 E. Thompson Blvd
• Ventura Spirits: Alcohol Use Permit for Type 21 license at 1001 S. Petit
• Gold Coast Recycling: Use Permit amendment to increase solid waste volume and vehicle trips at 5275 Colt St
• Capritto: Minor Variance for rear yard setback encroachment at 625 Viewcrest Dr

The Hearing Officer approved a major design review for a 71-unit residential development at 915 Goodman Ave. Additionally, permits were granted for alcohol use at two locations, a recycling facility expansion, and a residential yard setback variance.

• Approved Minor Change and Alcohol Use Permit for Leashless Brewery at 585 E. Thompson Blvd
• Approved Major Design Review, Variance and Planned Development Permit for 71-unit residential project at 915 Goodman Ave with one paving material modification
• Approved Alcohol Use Permit for Ventura Spirits at 1001 S. Petit
• Approved Use Permit amendment for Gold Coast Recycling at 5275 Colt St to increase solid waste volume and vehicle trips
• Approved Minor Variance Permit for rear yard setback encroachment at 625 Viewcrest Dr
• Approved November 10, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved 2023 Director's Hearing calendar

Parking Advisory Committee

The regular Thursday, December 15, 2022, meeting of the Downtown Parking Advisory Committee has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 19, 2023, at 3:00. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting canceled
• Next meeting: January 19, 2023, at 3:00

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for December 14, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for January 11, 2023.

• Meeting cancelled

Planning Commission

The Ventura Planning Commission will consider recommending adoption of a new Inclusionary Housing Program Ordinance, replacing the interim version in Division 25 of the municipal code. The commission will also approve meeting minutes and the 2023 hearing calendar. Public comment is invited in person, virtually, or by email.

• PROJ-15392: Inclusionary Housing Program Ordinance text amendment to replace Division 25 in its entirety
• CEQA exemption claimed under General Rule/Common Sense (Section 15061(b)(3))
• Approval of Sept 28 and Nov 9, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approval of 2023 Planning Commission hearing calendar

The Planning Commission approved a recommendation to the City Council to adopt an updated Inclusionary Housing Program Ordinance (Division 25). The approved version includes specific modifications to rental unit affordability, in-lieu fees, and rental covenants. The commission also approved the 2023 hearing calendar and previous meeting minutes.

• Recommended approval of Inclusionary Housing Program Ordinance with modifications to rental affordability, in-lieu fees, and rental covenants (6-0)
• Approved 2023 Hearing Calendar (6-0)
• Approved November 09, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved September 28, 2022 meeting minutes with revisions (5-1)

Arts & Culture Commission

The regularly scheduled Arts & Culture Commission meeting for December 13, 2022, is cancelled. The next scheduled meeting is January 10, 2023, at 5:30 pm.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting: January 10, 2023 at 5:30 pm

Housing and Homelessness Subcommittee

The HOPE & Solutions Subcommittee will meet to approve minutes and the 2023 schedule, and receive updates on the ARCH shelter, a patrol task force on homelessness enforcement, the 2023 Point-in-Time Count, and current unsheltered homelessness statistics. All substantive items are information-only; no policy decisions are scheduled.

• Approve minutes from November 8, 2022 meeting
• Approve 2023 meeting schedule
• Update on ARCH shelter from Mercy House staff
• Update on homelessness enforcement from Comm. Cain and/or Sgt. Anselmo
• Info on 2023 Ventura County Point-in-Time Count and volunteer registration for Jan 24, 2023

The subcommittee approved the minutes from November 8, 2022, and the meeting schedule for 2023. Staff reported that the Foul Weather Shelter has used approximately 50% of its $25,000 CDBG funding for the current season.

• Approved November 8, 2022 meeting minutes (Johnson, Halter)
• Approved 2023 meeting schedule (Johnson, Halter)

City Council

The Ventura City Council will certify the November 8, 2022 election results, swear in four new councilmembers, and nominate a mayor and deputy mayor. The agenda also includes a large consent calendar with contracts for Main Street Moves, police equipment, water projects, and a $150,000 separation agreement with former City Manager Alex McIntyre.

• Adopt ordinance approving Olivas Park Drive Development Agreement with Hofer Properties LLC
• Authorize $368,656.27 purchase of 130 Tasers from Axon Enterprises for Police Department
• Authorize $317,726.16 purchase of six Ford Utility Police patrol vehicles
• Approve $797,298 construction contract for Saticoy Country Club Well No. 2 Rehabilitation Phase II
• Authorize application for up to $143,500,000 in state financing for Membrane Bioreactor Project

The City Council certified the November 8, 2022, election results and seated four new councilmembers. The body then reorganized, appointing a new Mayor and Deputy Mayor for a term ending in December 2024. Additionally, the council approved several infrastructure contracts and water project funding applications.

• Appointed Councilmember Joe Schroeder as Mayor (All Ayes)
• Appointed Councilmember Jeannette Sanchez-Palacios as Deputy Mayor (All Ayes)
• Certified official results for the November 8, 2022 General Municipal Election (All Ayes)
• Approved $368,656.27 agreement with Axon Enterprises, Inc. for 130 Tasers
• Approved $317,726.16 purchase of six Ford Utility Police patrol vehicles
• Approved $797,298 contract with Elite General Engineering Incorporated for Saticoy Country Club Well No. 2 Rehabilitation
• Authorized application for up to $143.5M from State Water Resources Control Board for Membrane Bioreactor Project
• Approved $150,000 settlement payment in a separation agreement with Alex McIntyre

City Council

This is a special closed session meeting of the Ventura City Council, held virtually and in person, to discuss one case of potential litigation with legal counsel. No public action or decision is scheduled; the only item is a conference with legal counsel under state law. The meeting is procedural and closed to the public.

• Closed session conference with legal counsel on potential litigation (one case)
• Meeting conducted in hybrid format with WebEx and phone access
• Public comments limited to closed session items

The City Council held a special closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding potential litigation for one case. No reportable action was taken during the meeting.

• Conference with legal counsel regarding potential litigation: no reportable action

Historic Preservation Committee

The Historic Preservation Committee will consider recommending City Council approval of Mills Act contracts for two local landmarks: the Robert E. Brakey House at 411 Poli Street and the Righetti House at 125 Park Row. These contracts would provide financial incentives for improvements and maintenance. The committee will also approve meeting minutes and its 2023 calendar.

• Mills Act contract for Brakey House (411 Poli Street), 0.18-acre site in Downtown Specific Plan
• Mills Act contract for Righetti House (125 Park Row), 10,440 sq ft site in R-3-5 zone
• Approval of July 20 and August 18, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approval of 2023 Historic Preservation Committee calendar

Design Review Committee

The Design Review Committee will consider a design review for a 6-story, 150,754 sq ft mixed-use building at 211-245 E Thompson Blvd, with 94 units (9 affordable), commercial space, and parking. They will also continue the Park Plaza project at 701 Santa Clara St to January 18, 2023. Consent items include approving minutes and the 2023 hearing calendar.

• PROJ-22-0092: 6-story, 150,754 sq ft mixed-use building, 94 units (9 affordable), 3,322 sq ft commercial, 96 parking spaces at 211-245 E Thompson Blvd
• PROJ-15391: 5-story mixed-use building, 80 units, 2,407 sq ft commercial at 701 Santa Clara St — continued to Jan 18, 2023
• Consent: Approve Nov 16, 2022 meeting minutes
• Consent: Approve 2023 hearing calendar

The Design Review Committee recommended the Planning Commission approve a 94-unit residential and commercial project with specific design modifications. Another mixed-use project on Santa Clara Street was continued to a later date.

• Approved November 16, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved 2023 Calendar (4-0)
• Recommended approval of PROJ-22-0092 (211, 231, 245 E. Thompson Blvd) with modifications to courtyard façade, pool deck engagement, landscaping, base columns, rooftop design, and fountain (3-1)
• Continued PROJ-15391 (701 Santa Clara Street) to January 18, 2023 (4-0)

City Council

The Ventura City Council will hold a public hearing and consider approving a development agreement for the Olivas Park Drive area with Hofer Properties LLC, Ventura Olivas Company LLC, and WF Golf Course LLC. The council will also consider an urgency ordinance on accessory dwelling units and an amendment clarifying the number of commercial cannabis businesses allowed. Several consent items involve contracts for legal services, fire equipment, bridge maintenance, and water facility projects.

• Public hearing on Olivas Park Drive Development Agreement with Hofer Properties LLC/Ventura Olivas Company LLC/WF Golf Course LLC
• Urgency ordinance amending ADU and JADU regulations (Division 24, Chapter 24.430)
• Amendment to Resolution No. 2021-009 to clarify number of commercial cannabis businesses
• Contract with American Civil Constructors West Coast LLC for Bridge Preventative Maintenance Project Phase I ($810,000, plus $81,000 contingency)
• Amendment to outside counsel agreement for California Water Impact Network litigation (additional $30,000)

The City Council approved a development agreement for Olivas Park Drive and adopted an urgency ordinance regarding Accessory Dwelling Units. The Council also approved several infrastructure contracts and a revised salary resolution for unrepresented employees. A proposal to clarify the number of permitted commercial cannabis businesses resulted in no action.

• Approved Olivas Park Drive Development Agreement (All Ayes)
• Adopted Urgency Ordinance for Accessory Dwelling Units (All Ayes)
• Took no action on amending cannabis business limits (5-2)
• Approved $810,000 Bridge Preventative Maintenance contract (All Ayes)
• Approved $900,000 contract amendment for street and sidewalk services (All Ayes)
• Approved $394,515 contract for Water Reclamation Facility filter rehabilitation (All Ayes)
• Adopted revised Salary Resolution for Unrepresented Employees (All Ayes)
• Authorized $30,000 for legal representation in California Water Impact Network litigation (All Ayes)

Water Commission

The Ventura Water Commission will receive presentations on the updated Water and Wastewater Master Plans, which outline long-term infrastructure and supply strategies. The commission will also vote on approving the October 25, 2022 meeting minutes and adopting the 2023 regular meeting schedule (fourth Tuesday monthly, except July, August, and December). A General Manager's report and public comment period are also scheduled.

• Receive presentations on updated Water and Wastewater Master Plans from staff and consultants Carollo Engineers and MKN and Associates
• Approve minutes of October 25, 2022 regular session
• Adopt 2023 meeting schedule: fourth Tuesday monthly at 5:30 PM, no meetings in July, August, December
• General Manager's oral report with tentative schedule of upcoming items

The Water Commission approved the meeting schedule for 2023 and the minutes from the October 25, 2022 session. The commission also received reports on updated Water and Wastewater Master Plans.

• Approved October 25, 2022 regular session minutes (6-0)
• Adopted 2023 Regular Meeting schedule to meet fourth Tuesday of every month, excluding July, August, and December (7-0)

City Council

The Ventura City Council will consider several major contracts, including an $11.9 million design agreement for wastewater treatment upgrades and a $9.9 million enterprise software system. The council will also vote on extending the Thomas Fire rebuilding ordinance by one year and approving multiple legal fee increases for ongoing litigation. Several items are continued from the November 14 meeting.

• Professional Services Agreement with Kennedy/Jenks for membrane bioreactor and UV disinfection design, not to exceed $11,943,881
• Workday, Inc. software subscription and services, not to exceed $9,897,577, plus Collaborative Solutions implementation for $3,357,925
• Emergency ordinance extending Thomas Fire rebuilding overlay zone and temporary housing rules to December 4, 2023
• Legal services amendments: $50,000 (Haynes & Boone), $100,000 (Engle Carobini), $175,000 (Best Best & Krieger) for various litigation
• Adoption of 2022 state building codes (Ordinances 2022-013 through 2022-021)

The City Council approved several high-value professional services agreements for water infrastructure and enterprise software. They also adopted updated state building codes and extended the Thomas Fire emergency ordinances. No reportable actions were taken during the closed session.

• Approved $11,943,881 contract with Kennedy/Jenks Consultants, Inc. for water disinfection design
• Approved $9,897,577 contract with Workday, Inc. and $3,357,925 with Collaborative Solutions, LLC for a new ERP system
• Adopted Ordinance Nos. 2022-013 through 2022-021 to adopt 2022 California and 2021 International building codes
• Approved Ordinance No. 2022-014 extending Thomas Fire temporary housing and rebuild overlay ordinances to Dec 4, 2023
• Approved $475,000 agreement with Kennedy/Jenks Consultants, Inc. for Day Road Booster Pump Station relocation
• Approved $289,377 agreement with DKF Solutions, LLC for water and wastewater compliance training
• Approved $510,000 amended agreement with BKM Office Environments and $143,000 task order for MTM Construction for facility refurbishment
• Approved legal service increases: $50,000 for Haynes & Boone, $100,000 for Engle Carobini, and $175,000 for Best, Best & Krieger

Parking Advisory Committee

The Downtown Parking Advisory Committee will consider approving on-street parking meter installations on E. Main Street from N. Fir to N. Ash Street, with fees of $1 per hour. They will also receive updates on real-time parking occupancy signage for the Downtown Parking Structure and a monthly review of parking district revenue and utilization.

• Approval of on-street meter installations for E. Main Street from N. Fir to N. Ash Street, both sides, with $1/hour fee (10am-9pm Sun-Thu, 10am-11pm Fri-Sat), estimated implementation week of Jan 9, 2023
• Update on real-time parking occupancy signage for the Downtown Parking Structure
• Monthly update on Downtown Parking District budget revenue, utilization, and program budget
• Approval of minutes from October 20, 2022 meeting
• Communications include Main Street Moves update, Downtown Parking Structure update (Palm St/Santa Clara St), introduction of new Traffic Sergeant Knackstedt, and cancellation of December 2022 meeting

Historic Preservation Committee

The November 17, 2022 regular meeting of the Historic Preservation Committee has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is December 8, 2022.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting December 8, 2022

Design Review Committee

The Design Review Committee will consider a Major Design Review, Planned Development Permit, and Minor Variance for a three-story, 71-unit residential development on a 2-acre site at 915 Goodman Avenue. The committee will also approve minutes from two prior meetings. Public comments are invited.

• Major Design Review for Colony Parc II at 915 Goodman Avenue
• Planned Development Permit for 71-unit residential development
• Minor Variance request for the project
• Approval of September 21 and October 19 meeting minutes

The Design Review Committee recommended that the Community Development Director approve a three-story residential development called Colony Parc II. The approval includes requirements for low water usage plants and enhanced paving material for driveways. The committee also approved minutes from previous meetings.

• Recommended approval of PROJ-15409 (Colony Parc II) 71-unit residential development with two modifications (4-0)
• Approved September 21, 2022 and October 19, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)

Arts & Culture Commission

The Arts & Culture Commission will hold a special meeting to review and make a recommendation on a proposed public art design for a utility box at E. Harbor Boulevard and Spinnaker Drive. They will also vote on commissioner assignments for 2023 work plan committees and approve the October 11, 2022 meeting minutes.

• Review of public art design for utility box at E. Harbor Boulevard and Spinnaker Drive
• Vote on commissioner assignments for 2023 Work Plan committees
• Approval of October 11, 2022 meeting minutes

General Plan Advisory Committee

The General Plan Advisory Committee (GPAC) will review community engagement results and survey responses on land use alternatives, discuss trends, and decide on a process for developing a preferred land use alternative for the City Council. The meeting includes a presentation, small group discussions, and public comment.

• Review of Land Use Alternatives survey responses and observations
• Discussion on GPAC's role in developing preferred land use alternative
• Small group discussion to recommend process for reviewing survey results
• Public comment opportunity at 8:00 pm

Economic Development Subcommittee

The scheduled meeting of the Economic Development Strategy Committee for Tuesday, November 15, 2022, has been canceled.

City Council

The Ventura City Council will hold public hearings and vote on several major items, including an appeal to overturn the Planning Commission's denial of an 88-unit residential project at 935 East Front Street, and adoption of the 2022 state building codes. Formal items include a $9.37M contract with Workday for a new enterprise resource planning system, an $11.375M design contract for water treatment upgrades, and a $210,000 amendment for office refurbishment. Consent items cover police union MOUs, a $60,000 audit contract, and a grant application for Surfer's Point Managed Retreat Phase 2.

• Appeal of Planning Commission denial for 88-unit Front and Kalorama project at 935 East Front Street (APL-11-22-62227)
• Workday, Inc. contract up to $9,371,330 for enterprise resource planning system
• Kennedy/Jenks Consultants agreement not to exceed $11,375,125 for membrane bioreactor and UV disinfection design
• Police union MOUs with salary increases and $424,642 appropriation for lump sum payments
• Eide Bailly audit of meals, travel, credit cards, reimbursements up to $60,000

The City Council placed City Manager Alex McIntyre on paid administrative leave and appointed Assistant City Manager Akbar Alikhan as Acting City Manager. The Council also overturned a Planning Commission denial to approve an 88-unit residential project and extended a local emergency proclamation.

• Placed City Manager Alex McIntyre on paid administrative leave (7-0)
• Appointed Assistant City Manager Akbar Alikhan as Acting City Manager
• Overturned Planning Commission denial and approved 88-unit Front and Kalorama residential project
• Extended local emergency proclamation until January 13, 2023 (6-1)
• Approved $60,000 agreement with Eide Bailly, LLP for expense audit
• Approved $95,000 agreement with Kruger, Benson, Ziemer Architects, Inc. for Fire Station 5 egress
• Approved MOUs and salary resolutions for Police and Police Management units
• Authorized application for State Coastal Conservancy grant for Surfer's Point Managed Retreat - Phase 2

City Council

This is a special closed-session meeting of the Ventura City Council, held at 5:30 p.m. on November 10, 2022. The only agenda item is a public employee performance evaluation of the City Manager, conducted under Government Code 54957. The public may comment on the closed-session item but cannot participate in the session itself.

• Closed session: performance evaluation of City Manager (Government Code 54957)
• Meeting held in hybrid format with in-person and virtual participation
• Public comments accepted on closed-session items only

The City Council held a special closed session to conduct a public employee performance evaluation for the City Manager. The minutes record no reportable action taken during this session.

• City Manager performance evaluation: No reportable action

Director's Hearing (Administrative Hearing)

The Director's Hearing will consider approving a Major Design Review and Administrative Coastal Development Permit to renovate an existing commercial building at 141 N Ventura Avenue into two commercial tenant spaces and nine apartments. The project is in the Downtown Specific Plan and coastal zone and is categorically exempt from CEQA. The hearing will also approve minutes from previous meetings and accept public comments.

• Major Design Review and Administrative Coastal Development Permit for 141 N Ventura Ave to add 9 apartments and 2 commercial spaces
• Project located in Neighborhood Center (T5.1) zone within Downtown Specific Plan and coastal zone
• CEQA exemption under Class 1 (Existing Facilities)
• Approval of minutes from September 29 and October 27, 2022 Director's Hearings

The Hearing Officer approved a Major Design Review and Administrative Coastal Development Permit for a project at 141 N. Ventura Avenue. The project involves renovating a commercial building to include two commercial tenant spaces and nine apartments.

• Approved September 29, 2022 and October 27, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved Major Design Review and Administrative Coastal Development Permit for PROJ-14897 (141 N. Ventura) with the addition of Condition #2

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Ventura Parks & Recreation Commission will hold a regular meeting with a special presentation on the Ventura Youth Basketball Association (VYBA), followed by public comment, consent approval of October meeting minutes, and an informational discussion to prepare for the next year's workplan. No major decisions or controversial items are on the agenda.

• Special presentation on Ventura Youth Basketball Association (VYBA) by Recreation Supervisor Chip Tarleton
• Approval of minutes from October 12, 2022 regular meeting
• Informational presentation on Commission accomplishments, roles, and areas of focus for upcoming workplan development

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider recommending approval of a development agreement for the Olivas Park Specific Plan area, which includes connecting Olivas Park Drive with Johnson Drive and building a levee along the Santa Clara River. The commission will also receive an informational update on the city's homelessness plan and services.

• Development agreement with Hofer Properties LLC/Ventura Olivas Company LLC/WF Golf Course LLC for road connection and levee
• CEQA determination uses Final EIR and Addendum for Olivas Park Specific Plan (EIR-11-10-4397)
• Homelessness plan update to implement Objective 17.6 of the Sixth Cycle Housing Element

The Planning Commission voted to recommend that the City Council approve a Development Agreement for the Olivas Park Specific Plan area. The agreement involves Hofer Properties LLC, Ventura Olivas Company LLC, and WF Golf Course LLC regarding a levee and road connections. The commission also received an informational update on the city's homelessness plan.

• Recommended City Council approve the Olivas Park Development Agreement (7-0)

Housing and Homelessness Subcommittee

The HOPE & Solutions Subcommittee will receive informational updates on the ARCH shelter, a grant application for homeless housing assistance, and a patrol task force on homelessness and enforcement. They will also hear about an upcoming Westside Housing Forum and the status of the Housing Element and Inclusionary Housing Ordinance. The only action item is approval of the October 11, 2022 meeting minutes.

• Approve minutes of October 11, 2022 meeting
• Update on ARCH shelter from Mercy House
• Update on HHAP grant Letter of Intent and next steps
• Update on homelessness, vagrancy, and enforcement from Comm. Cain and/or Sgt. Anselmo
• Information on Westside Housing Forum on November 16, 2022

Arts & Culture Commission

The regularly scheduled Arts & Culture Commission meeting on November 8, 2022, is cancelled. The next scheduled meeting is November 15, 2022, at 5:30 pm.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for November 15, 2022

Historic Preservation Committee

The November 3, 2022 regular meeting of the City of San Buenaventura Historic Preservation Committee has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is November 17, 2022.

• Meeting cancelled for November 3, 2022
• Next meeting scheduled for November 17, 2022

Design Review Committee

The November 2, 2022, regular meeting of the Design Review Committee has been cancelled because not enough members are available. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 16, 2022. No business will be conducted at this cancelled meeting.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum
• Next regular meeting scheduled for November 16, 2022

Measure O Citizens Oversight Committee

The Measure O Citizens Oversight Committee is meeting to approve minutes, receive Brown Act training, and hear presentations on the Measure O sales tax ordinance and the FY 2023 preliminary budget. The committee will also vote on its FY 2023 annual work plan and adopt its 2023 meeting schedule.

• Approve minutes from June 1, 2022 meeting
• Brown Act training by Senior Assistant City Attorney Miles Hogan
• Overview of Measure O Ordinance by CFO Michael Coon
• FY 2023 preliminary budget overview
• Adopt FY 2023 annual work plan and 2023 meeting schedule

Director's Hearing (Administrative Hearing)

The Director's Hearing will consider three development requests: a major design review and coastal permit to add apartments and commercial space at 141 N. Ventura Ave., a major design review and permits for a 124,965 sq ft storage facility, and a coastal permit to convert a garage into an accessory dwelling unit at 1181 Shellburn Lane. The hearing officer will also approve the minutes from the August 25, 2022 meeting. Public comment is invited in person, virtually, or by email.

• Major Design Review and Coastal Development Permit for 141 N. Ventura Ave. to add 9 apartments and 2 commercial spaces
• Major Design Review, Planned Development Permit, Use Permit, and Minor Variance for Extra Space Storage (124,965 sq ft, 3 stories) at APN 084-0-104-075
• Administrative Coastal Development Permit to convert garage to ADU at 1181 Shellburn Lane (288 sq ft)
• Approval of August 25, 2022 Director's Hearing minutes

The Hearing Officer approved a personal storage facility and a garage conversion for an accessory dwelling unit. A design review for a mixed-use project at 141 N. Ventura Avenue was continued to a later date.

• Approved August 25, 2022 meeting minutes
• Continued PROJ-14897 (141 N. Ventura Avenue) to November 10, 2022
• Approved PROJ-22-0118 (Extra Space Storage) Major Design Review, Planned Development Permit, Use Permit, and Minor Variances
• Approved PROJ-22-0128 (DeSario ADU) Administrative Coastal Development Permit

Planning Commission

The regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for October 26, 2022 has been cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held on November 9, 2022. No items were discussed or decided at this cancelled meeting.

• Regular meeting cancelled for October 26, 2022
• Next regular meeting scheduled for November 9, 2022

Finance, Audit & Budget Committee

The Finance, Audit & Budget Committee will review quotes for audit services covering meals, travel, reimbursement, and credit card transactions. They will select a proposal, negotiate final terms, and present a recommendation to the City Council. The agenda also includes approving minutes from the October 18 special meeting.

• Review quotes for audit services related to meals, travel, reimbursement, and credit card transactions
• Select proposal and negotiate final terms with selected audit firm
• Approve minutes from October 18, 2022 special meeting

Water Commission

The Ventura Water Commission will receive updates and provide direction on several items, including adopting its Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Work Plan for City Council submission, an update on the VenturaWaterPure Program, the status of active capital improvement projects, and direction on the State Water Interconnection Project Construction/Operation Agreement. The commission will also consider approving the September 27, 2022 meeting minutes and hear a General Manager's report.

• Adopt FY 2022-2023 Work Plan for submission to City Council
• Update on VenturaWaterPure Program
• Status of active Capital Improvement Program water and wastewater projects
• Direction on State Water Interconnection Project Construction/Operation Agency Agreement
• Approve minutes of September 27, 2022 regular session

The Water Commission approved the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Work Plan with specific edits to goals regarding groundwater basins and secondary limits. The commission also directed staff to proceed with a three-agency Interagency Agreement for the State Water Interconnection Project.

• Approved September 27, 2022 meeting minutes with edits (6-0)
• Adopted FY 2022-2023 Work Plan with edits to Goal #8 and Goal #10 (6-0)
• Approved Option #1 for State Water Interconnection Project Interagency Agreement to include City of Ventura, Calleguas Municipal Water District, and United Conservation District (6-0)

City Council

The Ventura City Council will meet in closed session for litigation and labor negotiations, then hold a regular meeting to consider consent items and formal reports. Key actions include awarding a contract for an economic development strategy, ratifying grant applications for bridge and safety projects, and receiving financial and transportation updates.

• Contract with PFM Group Consulting LLC for $126,500 for Economic Development Strategy
• Ratify $54,522,400 grant application for Main Street Bridge Replacement Project
• Ratify $3,536,000 grant application for Residential Street Sidewalk and Hawk Signal Project
• Approve $492,000 amendment for Pierpont Nuisance Sand Removal Project (new total $786,213)
• Public notice: Final map for 72 condominiums at 2400 Channel Drive

The City Council approved a $126,500 contract with PFM Group Consulting LLC for an economic development strategy, and ratified several grant applications including $54.5 million for the Main Street Bridge Replacement Project. All consent items were approved unanimously. No reportable action was taken in closed session.

• Approved $126,500 economic development strategy contract with PFM Group Consulting LLC (unanimous)
• Ratified $54,522,400 grant application for Main Street Bridge Replacement Project (unanimous)
• Ratified $3,536,000 grant application for Residential Street Sidewalk and Hawk Signal Project (unanimous)
• Ratified $52,588 grant application for bicycle education programs (unanimous)
• Approved $492,000 amendment to Pierpont Nuisance Sand Removal contract with Sam Hill and Sons, Inc. (unanimous)
• Authorized application for up to $500,000 Local Agency Technical Assistance Grant (unanimous)
• Approved $30,000 transfer for Fire Training facility security gate purchase (unanimous)
• Approved changes to Administrative Policy & Procedure No. 14.7 on financial policies (unanimous)

Parking Advisory Committee

The Downtown Parking Advisory Committee will receive updates on on-street parking data collection, real-time parking occupancy signage for the Downtown Parking Structure, and the monthly parking management program budget. They will also approve minutes from the September 15 meeting. The agenda is primarily informational with no decisions expected.

• Receive findings from on-street parking data collection by Dixon Resources Unlimited
• Update on real-time parking occupancy signage for Downtown Parking Structure
• Monthly update on Downtown Parking District budget revenue and utilization
• Approve minutes from September 15, 2022 regular meeting

Historic Preservation Committee

The October 20, 2022 regular meeting of the City of Ventura Historic Preservation Committee has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is November 3, 2022. No business items are listed for this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled for October 20, 2022
• Next meeting scheduled for November 3, 2022

Finance, Audit & Budget Committee

The Finance, Audit & Budget Committee will review the first-quarter financial update for fiscal year 2023 and receive an update on the procurement of services for auditing meal, travel, reimbursement, and credit card transactions. The committee will also consider approving minutes from its September 13, 2022 special meeting. This is a regular oversight meeting with no major decisions expected beyond the minutes approval.

• Review FY 2023 1st Quarter Financial Update
• Update on procurement of services for audit of meal, travel, reimbursement, and credit card transactions
• Approve minutes from September 13, 2022 special meeting

General Plan Advisory Committee

The General Plan Advisory Committee is holding a special meeting to learn about the City of Ventura's water supply sources, projected availability, and conservation programs. This is an informational session with Q&A and public comment, not a decision-making meeting. The committee is advising on the General Plan update.

• Presentation on water supply challenges and opportunities
• Overview of existing and planned water supply sources
• Discussion of Ventura water conservation programs and policies
• Public comment period (up to 3 minutes per speaker)

The General Plan Advisory Committee held an educational meeting on Ventura's water supply and use, with presentations from Ventura Water staff. No votes or decisions were taken; the session was purely informational.

Economic Development Subcommittee

The Ventura Economic Development Subcommittee will meet to receive an update on the Economic Development Strategy RFP selection process. The agenda also includes approval of the September 20, 2022 action minutes, public communications, and committee/staff communications. No votes on contracts or policy changes are scheduled.

• Update on Economic Development Strategy RFP selection process
• Approve action minutes from September 20, 2022
• Public comment period for non-agenda items

City Council

The Ventura City Council will receive updates on 2022-2023 goals and Matrix Report implementation, and will consider directing staff to investigate purchasing Southern California Edison streetlights to address the solvency of Street Lighting District 36. The meeting also includes closed-session discussions on potential litigation and the Southern California Gas rate case.

• Closed session: conference with legal counsel on initiation of litigation (2 cases)
• Closed session: existing litigation - Southern California Gas Rate Case
• Receive and file 2022-2023 City Council goals progress update
• Receive update on Matrix Report implementation
• Direct staff to investigate purchase of Edison streetlights for Street Lighting District 36

The City Council voted unanimously to direct staff to investigate purchasing the streetlights currently operated and maintained by Southern California Edison for Street Lighting District 36. Staff will compile an inventory, assess value, and identify funding methods before reporting back. The council also received and filed updates on 2022-2023 goals and Matrix Report implementation.

• Approved staff recommendation to investigate purchasing SCE streetlights for District 36 (M/S/C Friedman/Johnson, all ayes)
• Received and filed 2022-2023 City Council Goals progress update
• Received and filed Matrix Report implementation update
• Closed session: no reportable action on litigation matters

Director's Hearing (Administrative Hearing)

This meeting of the City of San Buenaventura (Ventura) Director's Hearing, scheduled for October 13, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held on October 27, 2022. The agenda contains no items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for October 27, 2022

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will receive a presentation on the "OAKtober" tree planting event and an update on the VenturaWaterPure project. The body will also consider the approval of minutes from the September 14, 2022, meeting.

• Overview of "OAKtober" tree planting event at Ventura Community Park
• Update on VenturaWaterPure project
• Approval of September 14, 2022 meeting minutes

Parks & Recreation Commission

The provided document contains procedural information and a public comment regarding tennis court repairs. There are no official city actions or decisions listed in this text.

• Public comment received from Marv King regarding the need for repairs to tennis courts at Camino Real Park

Planning Commission

The regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for October 12, 2022 has been cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held on November 9, 2022.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting: November 9, 2022

Housing and Homelessness Subcommittee

The Housing and Homelessness Subcommittee will consider approving changes to the Foul Weather Shelter and forwarding a plan to spend $25,000 in COVID-19 Relief Funds on it, as well as a $50,000 homelessness prevention grant program. They will also receive updates on a downtown Portland Loo installation, homelessness enforcement, and a temporary tenant protection ordinance.

• Approve minutes from September 13, 2022 meeting
• Approve $25,000 COVID-19 Relief Funds for Foul Weather Shelter
• Approve $50,000 COVID-19 Relief Funds for homelessness prevention grants
• Receive update on Portland Loo in Downtown
• Receive info on homelessness, vagrancy, and enforcement

The HOPE & Solutions Subcommittee received updates on several housing and homelessness initiatives. Staff reported that the Housing Authority is moving forward with a pro-forma to acquire and rehabilitate the La Quinta motel (5818 Valentine Rd.) into affordable and permanent supportive housing, with the City working to secure $1.6 million in HOME-ARP funding. The subcommittee also discussed plans for an emergency Tenant Protection Ordinance, a Homelessness Plan RFP, and a Foul Weather Shelter activation for the 2022-2023 season.

• Approved the meeting minutes of July 12, 2022 (3-0).
• Received update on Foul Weather Shelter activation for Dec 1, 2022 – Mar 31, 2023 (rain ≥0.5 inch or temp ≤40°F).
• Received update on Homelessness Plan: staff drafting RFP for consultant, aiming for City Council presentation in spring 2023.
• Received update on emergency Tenant Protection Ordinance: staff drafting ordinance for City Council (not Planning Commission); permanent ordinance would go to Planning Commission.
• Received update on HHAP grant: City planning to apply for homelessness prevention/rental assistance funding.
• Received update on affordable/permanent supportive housing: Housing Authority pursuing La Quinta motel conversion; City working on HOME-ARP funding requirements.
• Received update on Faith-Based Congregation meeting held Aug 30, 2022.
• Received update on BAM! program: clarifies role is post-encampment cleanup, not active encampment cleanups.

Arts & Culture Commission

The Ventura Arts & Culture Commission will review and select one to three approved projects for its November 2022 through September 2023 work plan. The meeting also includes approval of the September 13, 2022 minutes, a Main Street Moves update, and public comments.

• Approval of September 13, 2022 meeting minutes
• Selection of 1-3 projects for the November 2022-September 2023 work plan
• Main Street Moves update presentation

City Council

The Ventura City Council will consider a five-year, $2.37 million automated photo enforcement agreement with Redflex Traffic Systems, along with several grants and routine consent items. They will also hold a public hearing on a Mills Act contract for the Bert Shaw House and discuss mobile home rent stabilization survey results and a citywide historic context statement.

• Five-year Redflex Traffic Systems agreement for $473,040 annually ($2,365,200 total)
• Mills Act contract for Historic Landmark No. 50 (Bert Shaw House) at 1141 Poli Street
• Mobile Home Rent Stabilization Survey results presentation and direction
• Acceptance of $210,000 Selective Traffic Enforcement Program Grant and $63,000 Traffic Records Improvement Project Grant
• Approval of Side Letter of Agreement with Ventura Maintenance Employees’ Association correcting retroactive pay from $176.86 to $884.26

The City Council approved a five-year, $2.37 million automated photo enforcement agreement with Redflex Traffic Systems, accepted two state traffic safety grants totaling $273,000, and endorsed a citywide historic resource survey. A mobile home litigation fee collection item was pulled and continued to a future meeting. The council also received a mobile home rent stabilization survey and took no further action.

• Approved five-year Redflex Traffic Systems agreement for $473,040 annually ($2,365,200 total) (5-0)
• Accepted $210,000 Selective Traffic Enforcement Program grant and $63,000 Traffic Records Improvement Project grant (5-0)
• Accepted $70,000 ABC Alcohol Policing Partnership grant (5-0)
• Approved Mills Act contract for Historic Landmark No. 50 (Bert Shaw House) at 1141 Poli Street (4-0, Halter recused)
• Endorsed Draft Historic Context Statement and directed staff to proceed with citywide historic resource survey (5-0)
• Received and filed mobile home rent stabilization survey results; no further action taken (5-0)
• Approved side letter correcting retroactive pay for Ventura Maintenance Employees' Association (5-0)
• Extended out-of-class pay for acting Recreation Supervisor up to 120 days (5-0)

Historic Preservation Committee

This agenda is a notice of cancellation for the October 6, 2022, regular meeting of the Historic Preservation Committee. The meeting was cancelled, and the next regular meeting is scheduled for October 20, 2022. No business items are listed.

• Cancellation of October 6, 2022, Historic Preservation Committee meeting
• Next meeting scheduled for October 20, 2022

Design Review Committee

The October 5, 2022 regular meeting of the Design Review Committee was cancelled because a quorum could not be reached. The cancellation notice was posted on September 30, 2022. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 19, 2022.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum
• Next regular meeting scheduled for October 19, 2022

Measure O Citizens Oversight Committee

The Measure O Citizens Oversight Committee is meeting to approve prior meeting minutes, receive Brown Act training, and review the Measure O sales tax ordinance. They will also affirm their FY 2023 work plan and receive a preliminary budget overview. This is a routine oversight meeting focused on ensuring the sales tax funds are used as intended.

• Approve minutes from June 1, 2022 meeting
• Brown Act training by Senior Assistant City Attorney Miles Hogan
• Presentation on Measure O Ordinance by CFO Michael Coon
• Affirm FY 2023 Annual Work Plan
• FY 2023 preliminary budget overview

Measure O Citizens Oversight Committee

The Measure O Citizens Oversight Committee special meeting scheduled for October 4, 2022, was cancelled because not enough members were available to form a quorum. The cancellation notice was issued by the City of Ventura's Chief Financial Officer, Michael Coon, and posted online on October 3, 2022. No business was conducted.

• Special meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum
• Cancellation declared by Michael Coon, Chief Financial Officer
• Notice posted on the internet on October 3, 2022

Director's Hearing (Administrative Hearing)

The Ventura Director's Hearing will consider six items, including a sign variance for the Church of Scientology, two coastal development permits for home additions/remodels, a Thomas Fire rebuild permit, and a historic design review. All items have staff recommendations for approval, and the public can comment in person, virtually, or by email.

• Sign variance for Church of Scientology at 2151 Alessandro Drive to increase wall sign area
• Coastal development permit for 267 sq ft addition at 1019 Driftwood Lane
• Coastal development permit for remodel at 1309 Beachmont Street
• Modification permit for Thomas Fire rebuild at 196 Nob Hill Lane (24% expansion, 17'11.5" height)
• Historic design review for exterior remodel at 39 N California Street

The Director's Hearing approved five permits, including a Church of Scientology sign variance, two residence additions, a remodel, and a Thomas Fire rebuild. The August 25 meeting minutes were continued due to errors, and the October 13 hearing was cancelled.

• Approved Church of Scientology sign variance permit (PROJ-15438) with revised conditions
• Approved Miller Residence coastal development permit (PROJ-22-0086)
• Approved Renfro Residence coastal development permit (PROJ-22-0078)
• Approved Fritch Residence modification permit (PROJ-15454) with condition change
• Approved Historic Design Review at 39 N California (PROJ-22-0075)
• Continued approval of August 25 meeting minutes due to errors

Planning Commission

The Ventura Planning Commission will consider two major design review requests for new residential buildings in the downtown coastal zone. Both projects require approvals for design, coastal development permits, and exceptions, and are recommended for approval as conditioned. The commission will also approve the minutes from its August 24 meeting.

• 935 East Front Street: 4-story, 88-unit multifamily building on 0.9 acres (PROJ-14570)
• 102 South Garden Street: 4-story building with 4 live/work and 15 multifamily units on 0.3 acres (PROJ-11836)
• Both projects include lot line adjustments and are in the Downtown Specific Plan and Coastal Zone
• Both projects are categorically exempt from CEQA as infill development (Class 32)
• Consent item: approval of August 24, 2022 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission voted 6-0 to deny a major design review, coastal development permit, and warrant for a proposed 4-story, 88-unit apartment building at 935 East Front Street, finding that the requested exceptions did not meet Downtown Specific Plan intent. The commission also approved a separate 19-unit project at 102 South Garden Street with a modification to require low-income rather than very low-income units. Consent items included approval of the August 24 meeting minutes with a correction.

• Denied PROJ-14570 (Front and Kalorama) 88-unit apartment project at 935 East Front Street (6-0)
• Approved PROJ-11836 (South Garden Apartments) 19-unit project at 102 South Garden Street with modified income requirement (6-0)
• Approved August 24, 2022 meeting minutes with correction (4-0, 2 abstentions)

Water Commission

The Ventura Water Commission is meeting to review its past year's accomplishments and a draft work plan for the coming year, with a recommendation to adopt the plan for City Council submission. The commission will also receive updates on drought outreach and the State Water Interconnection Project, and will elect an interim vice chair. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and public comment periods.

• Approve minutes of May 23, 2022 regular session
• Elect interim vice chair for remainder of 2022
• Review FY 2021-2022 accomplishments and draft FY 2022-2023 work plan
• Receive update on drought outreach and conservation
• Receive update on State Water Interconnection Project

The Water Commission approved the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 accomplishments and directed staff to return with a draft final work plan incorporating feedback on a water quality initiative. The commission also approved the minutes of the May 23, 2022 meeting and elected Commissioner Clite as interim Vice Chair for the remainder of 2022. No substantive decisions were made on other agenda items, which were received as informational reports or discussed without a vote.

• Approved minutes of May 23, 2022 regular session (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Elected Commissioner Clite as interim Vice Chair for remainder of 2022 (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Adopted FY 2021-2022 accomplishments and directed staff to return with revised FY 2022-2023 work plan (7-0)

City Council

The Ventura City Council will consider directing staff to hire an independent firm for a city-wide audit of meal and travel expenses, credit card use, and facility refurbishment over the last three years. The council will also review financial policies and receive a Finance Department response on recent travel and credit card use by city management. Several consent items cover contracts, grants, and fee schedule updates.

• Forensic audit proposal covering meal/travel expenses, credit cards, and facility refurbishment for last 3 years
• Repeal of ordinance 2020-013 that temporarily allowed RVs as housing for quarantined persons
• $600,000 professional services agreement with Michael Baker International for environmental/planning consulting
• $4,999,188 Clean California grant for Ventura River Trail Improvements (Project 91157)
• $412,675 purchase of fire station alert system equipment from US Digital Designs

The City Council voted unanimously to direct staff to hire an independent auditing firm to conduct a city-wide audit of meal and travel expenses, credit card use, and facility refurbishment for the last three years. The Finance, Audit, and Budget committee will manage the process and return with options within 60 days. The council also approved a consent agenda including a $4.99 million grant for Ventura River Trail improvements, a fire station alert system purchase, and repeal of the temporary RV housing ordinance.

• Approved independent forensic audit of city expenses (7-0)
• Approved $4,999,188 Clean California grant for Ventura River Trail improvements (consent)
• Approved $412,675 fire station alert system equipment purchase and $544,000 installation contract (consent)
• Adopted ordinance repealing temporary RV housing allowance for COVID-19 quarantine (consent)
• Approved $600,000 on-call environmental consulting agreement with Michael Baker International (consent)
• Approved $86,740 crossing guard reimbursement agreement with Ventura Unified School District (consent)
• Approved quitclaim deed transferring city property to Hawaiian Village Apartments owners (5-1)
• Continued Mills Act contract for Bert Shaw House to October 10, 2022 (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider endorsing the Draft Citywide Historic Context Statement, which analyzes Ventura's development patterns and will guide a future citywide survey of potentially historic properties. The survey aims to reduce uncertainty for property owners about historic status, potentially lowering costs for exterior changes. The project, contracted to Historic Resources Group in 2019 for up to $150,000, has been delayed by COVID-19. Endorsement would allow the survey to proceed, with completion expected in 2023.

• Endorse Draft Citywide Historic Context Statement
• Direct staff and Historic Resources Group to proceed with Citywide Historic Resource Survey
• Project cost not to exceed $150,000, funded in Project 33100 Planning Services
• Survey expected to be completed in 2023
• Staff recommends regular updates every five years

Design Review Committee

The Design Review Committee voted 4-0 to continue the Two Eleven mixed-use project at 211-245 Thompson Blvd. to an uncertain date, citing concerns about height and courtyard size. The committee also approved a 9-unit apartment addition at 141 N Ventura Ave (5-0) and a storage facility at APN 084-0-104-075 (5-0) with recommendations.

• Continued PROJ-22-0092 (Two Eleven mixed-use) to date uncertain (4-0)
• Approved PROJ-14897 (141 Ventura Ave apartments) with planter reduction (5-0)
• Approved PROJ-22-0018 (Extra Space Storage) without sign variance (5-0)

General Plan Advisory Committee

The General Plan Advisory Committee (GPAC) is meeting to ask questions and better understand the land use alternatives and the community engagement process for Ventura's General Plan update. The agenda includes an overview of community engagement, a Q&A session, and public comment. No decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and clarification.

• Overview of community engagement for land use alternatives
• Q&A session on land use alternatives
• Public comment period
• Discussion of alternative summaries for areas including Downtown, Eastside, Pierpont, and SOAR Areas

The General Plan Advisory Committee held its 15th meeting, primarily a Q&A session on land use alternatives and the engagement process. No formal decisions were made; the meeting focused on clarifying questions about development projections, water supply, affordable housing, and traffic impacts. Public comments covered a range of topics including housing needs, building heights, and open space preservation.

• No formal decisions were made at this meeting; it was an informational Q&A session.
• The General Plan Team confirmed it is working on development projections for each land use alternative.
• The Team noted that corrections to alternative maps will be made only to the interactive online map, which will be the most up-to-date version.
• The Team stated that the General Plan cannot dictate who moves into the city or how many units get built, as that depends on the market.
• The Team indicated that traffic modeling will be conducted once a preferred land use direction is selected.
• The Team noted that the General Plan will have broad design guidance, with specific standards left to development and zoning codes.
• The Team confirmed that the General Plan can include a requirement to maintain a grocery store at the Vons site on the westside.
• The Team stated that the idea of a freeway cap over the 101 can be included in the General Plan even with significant implementation barriers.

Economic Development Subcommittee

The Ventura Economic Development Subcommittee will meet to receive an update on the Economic Development Strategy proposal in response to the RFP process. The agenda also includes approval of the June 20, 2022 action minutes and public communications. This is a regular meeting with one substantive item.

• Receive update on Economic Development Strategy proposal in response to RFP process
• Approve Action Minutes from June 20, 2022
• Public communications period for items not on the agenda

Appointments Recommendation Committee

The Appointments Recommendation Committee will meet to discuss and make recommendations for new appointments. The discussion includes the Measure O Citizens Oversight Committee and the Housing Authority Board.

• Measure O Citizens Oversight Committee appointment recommendation
• Housing Authority Board appointment recommendation

Parking Advisory Committee

The Downtown Parking Advisory Committee will review findings from a July 2022 parking data collection, receive updates on real-time occupancy signage for the Downtown Parking Structure, and hear a monthly update on the Parking District budget and utilization. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and various staff and committee communications.

• Approval of minutes from July 21, 2022 regular meeting
• Review of July 2022 parking data collection by Dixon Resources Unlimited
• Update on real-time parking occupancy signage for Downtown Parking Structure
• Monthly update on Downtown Parking District Budget revenue and utilization
• Introduction of new Traffic Sergeant Knackstedt

Parks & Recreation Commission

The meeting agenda consists primarily of procedural boilerplate. The commission is scheduled to consider the approval of minutes from the June 8, 2022, regular meeting.

• Approval of June 8, 2022, meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The San Buenaventura (Ventura) Planning Commission regular meeting scheduled for September 14, 2022, at 6:00 P.M. has been cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held on September 28, 2022. The agenda contains only this cancellation notice and no substantive items.

• Regular meeting of September 14, 2022 cancelled
• Next regular meeting scheduled for September 28, 2022

Housing and Homelessness Subcommittee

The Housing and Homelessness Subcommittee will receive updates on the Foul Weather Shelter for 2022-2023, the status of the Homelessness Plan, and the emergency Tenant Protections Ordinance. They will also hear about the HHAP grant application for a homelessness prevention program, a potential affordable housing project with the Housing Authority, and other housing-related initiatives.

• Update on Foul Weather Shelter for 2022-2023
• Status update on Homelessness Plan
• Status update on emergency Tenant Protections Ordinance
• Information on HHAP grant application for homelessness prevention program
• Potential affordable and permanent supportive housing project with Housing Authority

The subcommittee received updates on the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance and Housing Element, and the 2022 Homeless Point in Time Count. No substantive decisions were made; the foul weather shelter criteria discussion was deferred for further staff research.

• Approved March 1, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Deferred foul weather shelter criteria update for staff to research temperature/rain triggers

Arts & Culture Commission

The Arts & Culture Commission is meeting to approve minutes from July 12, 2022, and to receive a presentation on accomplishments, roles, and responsibilities to prepare for an upcoming workplan discussion. No formal action items are scheduled beyond the minutes approval.

• Approval of July 12, 2022 meeting minutes
• Presentation on Commission accomplishments and areas of focus for next year

Finance, Audit & Budget Committee

The Finance, Audit & Budget Committee will recommend proposed changes to the City's financial policies on pension funding, fund balance, and employee compensation to the City Council. The committee will also receive an update on the Project Roomkey TOT revenue analysis and consider approving minutes from the April 21, 2022 special meeting.

• Recommend changes to financial policies on pension funding, fund balance, and employee compensation
• Receive update on Project Roomkey TOT revenue analysis
• Approve minutes from April 21, 2022 special meeting

City Council

The Ventura City Council will consider consent items including a grant application for up to $6 million for Main Street bollards, contract amendments, and repeals of COVID-19 emergency ordinances. The meeting includes closed session discussions on labor negotiations and litigation.

• Grant application for Main Street bollards up to $6,000,000 with $1,200,000 city match
• Repeal of emergency ordinance allowing RVs as housing and emergency parking fees
• Amendment to legal services with Best, Best & Krieger increasing compensation to $475,000
• Microsoft Enterprise Agreement for $674,631.81 over three years
• Professional services agreements for golf course pump station ($229,153) and pier fire line repair ($65,000)

The City Council approved a six-month pilot program for live Spanish interpretation at meetings and amended the FY2023 budget to add 9 patrol officers and 3 criminal investigative technician positions to the Police Department. A quitclaim deed for Hawaiian Village Apartments was continued to September 26. All consent items except Item 21 were approved in one motion.

• Approved six-month pilot for live Spanish interpretation at City Council meetings (all ayes)
• Amended FY2023 budget: added 9 patrol officers and 3 criminal investigative technician positions (5-1, 1 abstention)
• Continued quitclaim deed for Hawaiian Village Apartments (998 Church Street) to September 26 (5-0, 1 absent, 1 recused)
• Approved consent items excluding Item 21 (all ayes)
• Approved $224,877 Microsoft Enterprise Agreement for three years
• Approved $229,153 design contract for Golf Course Booster Pump Station and Wells Upgrade
• Approved $168,502 design contract for Promenade Repair Improvement Project
• Approved $65,000 design contract for Pier Fire Line Repair

Historic Preservation Committee

The September 8, 2022 regular meeting of the Historic Preservation Committee was cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is September 22, 2022. The cancellation notice was posted online on August 29, 2022.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting September 22, 2022

Mobile Home Rent Review Board

The Mobile Home Rent Review Board will consider approving minutes from a June 2021 special meeting and receive two informational updates. One update concerns a recommendation for City Council to extend the collection period for a $1.67 per resident litigation fee due to an outstanding balance of $99,079.39. The other is a staff update on recent rent increases for mobile home parks under the city's rent stabilization ordinance from June 15, 2021 to September 7, 2022.

• Approve minutes from June 16, 2021 Special Meeting
• Recommend City Council approve 5-year extension of collection period for $1.67 per resident litigation fee due to $99,079.39 outstanding balance
• Staff update on mobile home park rent increases from June 15, 2021 to September 7, 2022

The board approved the minutes from the March 17, 2021 special meeting by a 3-0 vote. Staff provided an informational update on recent mobile home park rent increases under the city's rent stabilization ordinance, covering March 17 to June 16, 2021. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from March 17, 2021 special meeting (3-0)

Design Review Committee

The September 7, 2022 regular meeting of the Design Review Committee has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 21, 2022.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting September 21, 2022

Design Review Committee

The Design Review Committee is holding a workshop to gather public input on proposed zoning/overlay districts for residential and mixed-use development outside existing form-based code areas. The City of Ventura initiated the development of these standards, and the workshop is intended for developers, design professionals, and the public to provide guidance. No final decisions are being made at this workshop; it is a discussion and input-gathering session.

• Workshop on Housing Element Form-Based Code Zoning for residential and mixed-use development
• City of Ventura is the applicant; Principal Planner Levi Hill is the case planner
• Public comment accepted in person, by email, or via online form before 4:00 pm on meeting date

The Design Review Committee held a workshop to gather public input on proposed form-based code overlay zones for residential and mixed-use development. No decisions were made; the committee provided design suggestions to staff for further development.

• No formal decisions were made; the meeting was a workshop for public input and committee comments.
• Committee provided design suggestions including building placement, site layout, lighting, landscaping, and adaptive reuse standards.
• Staff will incorporate feedback into a draft code for future review by the committee, Planning Commission, and City Council.

Director's Hearing (Administrative Hearing)

The Director's Hearing will consider several planning items, including alcohol use permits for a new grocery store and an existing restaurant, a Thomas Fire Ordinance rebuild, a hotel facade redesign, two coastal development permits, and a sign variance. All items are recommended for approval except the sign variance, which is recommended to be continued to September 22, 2022.

• Alcohol Use Permit for Ventura Ranch Market, 1532-1536 East Main Street, Type 21 off-sale license for a 9,100 sq ft grocery store
• Alcohol Use Permit for Lucky Sushi & Ramen, 2409 Harbor Blvd, Type 41 on-sale beer & wine license
• Modification Permit per Thomas Fire Ordinance to rebuild residence at 196 Nob Hill Lane with 24% expansion, 18 ft 3.5 in height
• Design Review for Amanzi Hotel exterior facade changes at 298 S. Chestnut St
• Sign Variance for Church of Scientology at 2151 Alessandro Drive, recommended to continue to September 22, 2022

The Director's Hearing approved alcohol use permits for a new grocery store and an existing restaurant, continued several coastal development and fire ordinance rebuild requests to September 29, and cancelled the September 15 hearing. No public comments were received on any item.

• Approved Alcohol Use Permit for Ventura Ranch Market (Type 21 off-sale general) at 1532-1536 E. Main St.
• Approved Alcohol Use Permit for Lucky Sushi & Ramen (Type 41 on-sale beer & wine) at 2409 Harbor Blvd.
• Approved Design Review for Amanzi Hotel exterior façade changes at 298 S. Chestnut St., with a dark-skies lighting condition.
• Continued Fritch Residence Modification Permit (Thomas Fire rebuild) at 196 Nob Hill Lane to September 29, 2022.
• Continued Miller Residence Administrative Coastal Development Permit at 1019 Driftwood Lane to September 29, 2022.
• Continued Renfro Residence Administrative Coastal Development Permit at 1309 Beachmont St. to September 29, 2022.
• Continued Church of Scientology Sign Variance at 2151 Alessandro Dr. to September 29, 2022.
• Approved minutes of the July 28, 2022 Director's Hearing as presented.

Planning Commission

The Ventura Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposal for a 4-story, 88-unit multifamily residential building at 935 E Front Street, requiring a Major Design Review, Coastal Development Permit, Warrant, and Exceptions. The commission will also receive an update on the General Plan Update and Housing Element implementation. Consent items include approval of the July 27, 2022 meeting minutes.

• Major Design Review, Coastal Development Permit, Warrant, and Exceptions for 935 E Front St (PROJ-14570)
• 4-story building with 88 multi-family residential units on 0.9-acre site
• Located in Urban General 3 (T4.3) zoning district, Downtown Specific Plan, coastal zone
• CEQA exemption under Infill Development Class 32
• General Plan Update and Housing Element Implementation update

The Planning Commission voted 4-0 to continue the Major Design Review for a 4-story, 88-unit multi-family building at 935 E Front Street to September 28, 2022. The consent item approving July 27 meeting minutes passed 3-0 with one abstention. Staff provided informational updates on the General Plan Update and Housing Element implementation, including upcoming workshops.

• Continued PROJ-14570 (88-unit building at 935 E Front Street) to September 28, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved July 27, 2022 meeting minutes as amended (3-0, one abstention)

Appointments Recommendation Committee

The Appointments Recommendation Committee will interview candidates for various local boards and commissions. The committee is also scheduled to review the current recruitment process.

• Parks & Recreation Commission interviews
• Mobile Home Rent Review Board interviews
• Historic Preservation Committee interviews
• Water Commission interviews
• Review of the committee recruitment process

Historic Preservation Committee

The Historic Preservation Committee will consider a Historic Design Review for an exterior remodel at 39 North California Street, involving window changes and ADA improvements to an existing office building. The committee will also approve the minutes from the July 20, 2022 meeting. Public comments are accepted in person or via email before the meeting.

• Historic Design Review for 39 N California St (window changes, ADA improvements)
• Approval of July 20, 2022 meeting minutes
• Public comment period open until 4:00 pm on meeting date

The committee voted 3-0 to recommend approval of a Historic Design Review for an exterior remodel at 39 North California Street, including window changes and ADA improvements. The July 20, 2022 meeting minutes were continued for edits to a future meeting. The September 8, 2022 meeting was cancelled.

• Approved Historic Design Review for 39 N California exterior remodel (3-0)
• Continued approval of July 20, 2022 meeting minutes for edits

Design Review Committee

The Design Review Committee will consider two major projects: a proposed three-story Extra Space Storage facility and a conceptual review for a 350-unit apartment complex with commercial space. The committee will also approve the July 20, 2022 meeting minutes. Public comments are invited on these items.

• Extra Space Storage: 124,965 sq ft, 3-story, 2.5-acre site, APN 084-0-104-075, MPD zoning, Major Design Review, Planned Development Permit, Use Permit, Minor Variances
• Maple Court: 350-unit multifamily, 4,900 sq ft commercial, 6.48-acre site, 290 Maple Court, C-1A zoning, Conceptual Design Review
• Approval of July 20, 2022 meeting minutes

The Design Review Committee voted 5-0 to continue a major design review for a proposed 124,965-square-foot personal storage facility to September 21, 2022, at the applicant's request. The committee also provided preliminary design feedback on a conceptual review for a 350-unit multifamily apartment complex with commercial space at 290 Maple Court, but took no formal vote on that item. The only formal decision was approval of the July 21, 2022 meeting minutes with a date correction, passed 3-0 with two abstentions.

• Approved July 21, 2022 meeting minutes with date correction (3-0, 2 abstentions)
• Continued PROJ-22-0118 (Extra Space Storage) to September 21, 2022 (5-0)
• Provided design feedback on PROJ-22-0121 (Maple Court apartments) — no formal action taken

General Plan Advisory Committee

The August 16, 2022 regular meeting of the General Plan Advisory Committee has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 20, 2022.

• Meeting cancelled by Assistant Community Development Director Neda Zayer

Director's Hearing (Administrative Hearing)

The City of San Buenaventura (Ventura) Director's Hearing scheduled for August 11, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held on August 25, 2022. This agenda contains only a cancellation notice and no substantive items.

• Cancellation of the August 11, 2022 Director's Hearing
• Next regular meeting scheduled for August 25, 2022

Parks & Recreation Commission

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Parks & Recreation Commission for August 10, 2022, was cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.

Planning Commission

This agenda is a notice of cancellation for the regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for August 10, 2022. The meeting was cancelled, and the next regular meeting is scheduled for August 24, 2022.

• Regular meeting of August 10, 2022 cancelled
• Next regular meeting scheduled for August 24, 2022

Arts & Culture Commission

The regularly scheduled Arts & Culture Commission meeting for August 9, 2022, is cancelled. The next scheduled meeting is September 13, 2022, at 5:30 pm. No business items are listed for this date.

• Meeting cancelled for August 9, 2022
• Next meeting set for September 13, 2022 at 5:30 pm

Historic Preservation Committee

The August 4, 2022 regular meeting of the City of San Buenaventura Historic Preservation Committee has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is August 18, 2022.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for August 18, 2022

Design Review Committee

The August 3, 2022 regular meeting of the City of San Buenaventura Design Review Committee has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 17, 2022.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting August 17, 2022

Measure O Citizens Oversight Committee

The Measure O Citizens Oversight Committee's regular meeting scheduled for August 2, 2022, has been cancelled to allow for new committee members to be appointed. The cancellation notice was posted by the City's Chief Financial Officer.

• Meeting cancelled due to pending appointment of new committee members
• Cancellation notice issued by Michael Coon, Chief Financial Officer

City Council

The Ventura City Council will hold a regular meeting with a closed session first. The main formal item is a proposed agreement with SiFi Networks for a city-wide fiber-optic broadband network, including CEQA exemptions. Consent items include contract amendments, an ADU ordinance adoption, and a Main Street permit indemnity change.

• Agreement with SiFi Networks for city-wide fiber-optic broadband network
• Ordinance No. 2022-011 amending Accessory Dwelling Unit regulations (second reading)
• Professional Services Agreement with HDR for Main Street Bridge Replacement, $2,796,467
• Revenue enhancement contracts with HdL Companies ($350,000) and HdL Coren & Cone ($400,000), each for 5 years
• Amendments to City Attorney and City Manager employment agreements with 5% COLA and 1.75% lump sum

The City Council approved a Master License and Encroachment Agreement with SiFi Networks Ventura LLC for a city-wide fiber optic broadband network, with Councilmember Johnson voting no. The council also approved amendments to the City Attorney's and City Manager's employment agreements, including 5% cost-of-living adjustments and 1.75% lump-sum payments, with Johnson voting no. All other consent items, including the ADU ordinance and various professional services agreements, were approved unanimously.

• Approved SiFi Networks fiber optic broadband agreement (5-1, Johnson no)
• Approved City Attorney and City Manager compensation amendments (5-1, Johnson no)
• Adopted ADU ordinance 2022-011 (unanimous)
• Approved $2.8M HDR contract for Main Street Bridge Replacement (unanimous)
• Approved revenue enhancement agreements with HdL and MuniServices (unanimous)
• Reconfirmed local emergency until Nov 3, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved remote meeting resolution AB 361 (unanimous)
• Approved consent items as a block (unanimous)

Director's Hearing (Administrative Hearing)

The Director's Hearing will consider several administrative permits, including coastal development permits for residences, a sign variance for the Church of Scientology, and alcohol use permits for two businesses. All items are recommended for approval as conditioned, and each is categorically exempt from CEQA.

• Administrative Coastal Development Permit for a 4,102 sq ft two-story home with ADU at 3090 Bayshore Avenue
• Sign Variance for Church of Scientology at 2151 Alessandro Drive to increase wall sign area
• Alcohol Use Permit and Use Permit for Axe & Ale Tavern at 5811 Olivas Park Drive (Type 47 license)
• Alcohol Use Permit for Midtown Wines at 981 E Main Street (Type 20 license)
• Administrative Coastal Development Permit for a 189 sq ft addition at 1027 Brockton Lane

The Director's Hearing approved several permits, including a coastal development permit for a new residence at 3090 Bayshore Avenue, an alcohol use permit and use permit for Axe and Ale Tavern, a coastal development permit for a residence addition at 1027 Brockton Lane, and an alcohol use permit for Midtown Wines. The Church of Scientology sign variance was continued to the August 25, 2022 hearing. The June 23, 2022 meeting minutes were approved as presented.

• Approved June 23, 2022 meeting minutes as presented
• Approved PROJ-15305 Jennings Residence coastal development permit, as conditioned
• Continued PROJ-15438 Church of Scientology sign variance to August 25, 2022
• Approved PROJ-15460 Axe and Ale alcohol use permit and use permit, as conditioned
• Approved PROJ-15462 Stevens Residence coastal development permit, as conditioned
• Approved PROJ-22-0056 Midtown Wines alcohol use permit, as conditioned

Planning Commission

The Ventura Planning Commission will consider approving a Major Design Review, Coastal Development Permit, and Exceptions for a new 3-story mixed-use building at 1342 E Thompson Blvd. The project includes 8 residential units and 1,900 square feet of ground-floor commercial space. The meeting also includes approval of the July 13, 2022 meeting minutes and public communications.

• Major Design Review, Coastal Development Permit, and Exceptions for 1342 E Thompson Blvd
• New 3-story mixed-use building with 8 residential units and 1,900 sq ft commercial
• Project in Urban General (T4.5) zoning district, Midtown Corridors Development Code, Coastal Zone
• CEQA exemption under Class 32 (Infill Development)
• Approval of July 13, 2022 Planning Commission meeting minutes

The Planning Commission approved PROJ-14608, a Major Design Review, Coastal Development Permit, and two Exceptions for a new 3-story mixed-use building with 8 residential units and 1,900 square feet of ground-floor commercial at 1342 E Thompson Blvd. The approval was made with amendments to conditions, including dark-sky-compliant lighting and a sidewalk use plan requiring an encroachment permit. The motion carried 6-0 with Commissioner Farkas absent. The commission also approved the July 13, 2022 meeting minutes as amended, 5-0 with one abstention.

• Approved Pacific Wave project (PROJ-14608) with conditions, 6-0
• Added dark-sky-compliant lighting requirement to Condition #23
• Approved sidewalk use plan: 8 ft for outdoor dining with encroachment permit, 12 ft for pedestrian use
• Approved July 13, 2022 meeting minutes as amended, 5-0 with 1 abstention

Water Commission

The Ventura Water Commission's regularly scheduled meeting for July 26, 2022, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 27, 2022, at 5:30. This notice was posted on the city's website and public notice board on Monday, July 25, 2022.

• Meeting cancellation notice
• Next meeting scheduled for September 27, 2022

City Council

The Ventura City Council will hold a public hearing on a revised Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) ordinance as it applies to properties in the High Fire Zone, with a recommendation to approve the first reading. The council will also receive an update on homelessness and vagrancy efforts, including a directive to prioritize a Homelessness Strategy Plan. Consent items include approving firefighter union memoranda of understanding with salary increases, a $150,759 engineering contract for the Pierpont Stormwater Lift Station project, and several other professional services agreements.

• Public hearing on revised ADU ordinance for High Fire Zone properties
• Approve MOUs with Ventura City Firefighters' Association and Fire Management Association, including salary increases and $114,979 General Fund appropriation
• Professional Services Agreement with Cannon Corporation for $150,759 (up to $210,759 with contingency) for Pierpont Stormwater Lift Station-Weymouth Lane Upgrade Project
• Professional Services Agreement with Hopkins Groundwater Consultants for $110,000 for hydrogeological services
• Amend City Attorney's and City Manager's employment agreements with 5% COLA and 1.75% lump sum payment

The City Council approved the first reading of an ordinance amending Accessory Dwelling Unit regulations for properties in the High Fire Zone, with a second reading set for August 1, 2022. The council also directed staff to prioritize a Homelessness Strategy Plan for 2023, shift tenant protections to 2024, and analyze allocating $1 million for homeless services. Several items, including the 2022-2023 City Council Goals Progress Update and amendments to the City Attorney's and City Manager's employment agreements, were continued to the next meeting.

• Approved first reading of ADU ordinance for high fire zone (6-0)
• Directed staff to prioritize Homelessness Strategy Plan for 2023, shift tenant protections to 2024 (5-0)
• Directed staff to analyze $1M allocation for Portland Loos, homeless prevention grants, foul weather shelter, and supportive housing (5-0)
• Directed staff to adjust budget to fully staff Patrol Task Force with 2 new positions (3-2)
• Approved consent items including firefighter MOUs and salary resolutions (6-0)
• Approved $150,759 contract with Cannon Corporation for Pierpont Stormwater Lift Station project (6-0)
• Approved reappointments to Arts & Culture Commission and Design Review Committee (6-0)
• Continued 2022-2023 City Council Goals Progress Update to next meeting

City Council

The Ventura City Council is holding a special meeting with a single formal item: a resolution to authorize remote teleconference meetings for the City Council and all subordinate bodies under Assembly Bill 361 and Government Code Section 54953(e). The agenda is otherwise procedural, covering public comment rules and meeting logistics.

• Resolution authorizing remote teleconference meetings for City Council and subordinate bodies under AB 361

The Ventura City Council held a special meeting and adopted Resolution No. 2022-056, making findings under Assembly Bill 361 and Government Code Section 54953(e) to allow remote teleconference meetings for the City Council and all subordinate bodies. The vote was unanimous among the four members present, with three members absent. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-056 authorizing remote teleconference meetings (4-0, with 3 absent)

Design Review Committee

The Design Review Committee will hold a special meeting to consider a major design review request for an exterior facade change to the existing 3-story Amanzi Hotel at 298 S Chestnut St. The committee will also approve the minutes from the May 19, 2022 meeting. Public comments are accepted in person or via email before the meeting.

• Major Design Review for exterior facade change to 3-story hotel at 298 S Chestnut St
• Project in T5.1 (Neighborhood Center) zoning district within Downtown Specific Plan, Coastal Zone
• Applicant: Shantu Patel; Case Planner: Falak Zaidi
• Approval of May 19, 2022 meeting minutes

The Design Review Committee approved a major design review for exterior façade changes to the Amanzi Hotel at 298 S Chestnut St, with a 2-1 vote. The approval includes recommendations for a broken roof line and dark sky compliant lighting. The committee also approved the May 19, 2022 meeting minutes unanimously.

• Approved May 19, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved Amanzi Hotel design review with broken roof line and dark sky lighting conditions (2-1)

Parking Advisory Committee

The Downtown Parking Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss parking-related matters, including a proposal to add six electric vehicle charging units in the Museum Lot, an update on the Beach Structure closure, and the latest parking budget and utilization figures. The committee will also receive a long-term budget forecast and hear various staff and committee communications.

• Electrify America presentation on adding six EV charging units in the Museum Lot
• Beach Structure closure status update
• Downtown Parking District budget revenue and utilization update
• Long-term budget forecast presentation
• Approval of June 16, 2022 meeting minutes

Historic Preservation Committee

The Historic Preservation Committee will hold a special meeting to consider approving the minutes from June 16, 2022, and to review a historic preservation design review, exception, and lot line adjustment for the Mission Apartments project at 79-97 S Oak Street. The project involves improvements to an existing two-story mixed-use building and conversion of a storage structure into a commercial building. Public comment is invited.

• Approval of June 16, 2022 meeting minutes
• Historic Preservation Design Review for 18,792 sq ft mixed-use building at 79-97 S Oak St
• Exception and lot line adjustment for 0.32-acre site in Urban Core (T6.1) zoning
• Project in Downtown Specific Plan and Coastal Zone

The Historic Preservation Committee approved the Historic Preservation Design Review for the Mission Apartments project at 79-97 S Oak Street, including an exception and lot line adjustment, with a condition requiring consultation with a historic architect during construction. The committee also approved the June 16, 2022 meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Historic Preservation Design Review for Mission Apartments at 79-97 S Oak St (3-0)
• Approved June 16, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)

General Plan Advisory Committee

The General Plan Advisory Committee is meeting to review the Active Transportation Plan (ATP), including its goals, Safe Routes to School programs, and Complete Streets typologies. They will discuss how the General Plan Update can expand on the ATP's mobility goals. The meeting includes presentations, Q&A, and public comment.

• Overview of Active Transportation Plan goals and objectives
• Safe Routes to School (SRTS) programs update
• Complete Streets typologies and user experiences
• Discussion on integrating ATP mobility goals into General Plan Update

The General Plan Advisory Committee held its 14th meeting, primarily focused on the Active Transportation Plan (ATP). No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational, with presentations and discussions on ATP goals, Safe Routes to School, complete streets, and policy opportunities. GPAC members provided feedback and asked questions, but no votes or approvals occurred.

• No formal decisions or votes taken; meeting was informational

Economic Development Subcommittee

The Economic Development Subcommittee will meet to provide input on the revised draft Request for Proposals (RFP) for an updated Economic Development Strategy. The meeting also includes approval of the June 20, 2022 action minutes and time for public comment on non-agenda items.

• Input on revised draft RFP for updated Economic Development Strategy
• Approve action minutes from June 20, 2022
• Public comment period for non-agenda items

Appointments Recommendation Committee

The Appointments Recommendation Committee is meeting to interview candidates and recommend appointments for two city commissions. The committee will also discuss strategies to diversify the applicant pool for city recruitments.

• Arts & Culture Commission interviews and appointment recommendations
• Design Review Committee interviews and appointment recommendations
• Discussion on recruitment strategies for diverse applicants
• Approval of June 7, 2022 committee minutes

Director's Hearing (Administrative Hearing)

The Director's Hearing scheduled for July 14, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held on July 28, 2022. This notice is procedural only.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting July 28, 2022

Parks & Recreation Commission

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Parks & Recreation Commission on July 13, 2022, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for September 14, 2022, at 4:00 p.m.

Planning Commission

The Ventura Planning Commission will consider recommending amendments to the city's Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) regulations (Chapter 24.430) to the City Council. The meeting also includes approval of the May 25, 2022 meeting minutes and time for public comment on planning matters.

• Zoning text amendment to Chapter 24.430 (ADU regulations)
• City-initiated amendment, applicant: City of Ventura
• CEQA exemption under Section 15061(b)(3)
• Approval of May 25, 2022 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission voted 5-1 to recommend that the City Council adopt zoning text amendments to Chapter 24.430, updating Accessory Dwelling Unit regulations related to fire hazard severity zones. The motion carried with Commissioner Abbe dissenting. The commission also approved the meeting minutes 6-0 and requested staff updates on Director's Hearing projects and the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance timeline.

• Approved July 13, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Recommended ADU zoning text amendments for fire hazard zones (5-1)

Housing and Homelessness Subcommittee

The HOPE & Solutions Subcommittee will receive updates on the 2022 Homeless Point in Time Count, the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance, and the Housing Element, and will consider updating the criteria for the Foul Weather Shelter. The subcommittee will also introduce the new Housing Program Manager and approve prior meeting minutes.

• Introduction of Leona Rollins, Housing Program Manager
• Approve minutes from March 1, 2022 meeting
• Update on Foul Weather Shelter criteria and direction to staff
• 2022 Homeless Point in Time Count update
• Inclusionary Housing Ordinance and Housing Element update

Arts & Culture Commission

The Arts & Culture Commission will hold a regular meeting with consent items, formal items, and public comment. Key actions include approving the June 14, 2022 minutes and reviewing design renderings for public art utility boxes at the corner of W. Ramona Street and N. Ventura Avenue. The commission will also receive an informational presentation on the Brown Act and commissioner roles.

• Approval of June 14, 2022 meeting minutes
• Presentation on Brown Act and Commissioner Roles and Authority
• Design review and recommendation for public art utility boxes at W. Ramona Street and N. Ventura Avenue

City Council

The Ventura City Council will consider consent items including a $2,112,615 purchase of two fire pumpers, a lease of two parking spaces to The Trade Desk, and a $225,000 contract amendment for utility bill services. Formal items include a progress report on the General Plan Update and approval of memoranda of understanding with SEIU Local 721, including salary increases and a $293,699 appropriation. The agenda also includes a closed session on labor negotiations and a public hearing on abandoning a city easement at 2761 Palma Drive.

• Purchase of two 2024 fire pumpers from South Coast Fire Equipment, Inc. for $2,112,615 plus $85,000 contingency
• Lease of two parking spaces at 42 North Chestnut Street to The Trade Desk
• Fifth amendment to Cannon, Inc. contract for Mound Well 3 Enclosure, extending to June 30, 2023
• License agreement with Ventura County Certified Farmer's Market at 200 Main Street, waiving first year's $5,000 fee
• Third amendment to InfoSend, Inc. utility bill services, adding $225,000 for total $525,000

The City Council approved a consent agenda including the purchase of two fire pumpers for $2.1 million, a lease agreement with The Trade Desk for two parking spaces, and a license agreement with the Ventura County Certified Farmer's Market. They also approved a public hearing item to abandon a city easement at 2761 Palma Drive. In formal items, the council endorsed the General Plan Update progress report and approved Memoranda of Understanding with SEIU Local 721, along with revised salary and benefits resolutions for unrepresented employees.

• Approved purchase of two 2024 fire pumpers from South Coast Fire Equipment for $2,112,615 plus $85,000 contingency (all ayes)
• Approved lease agreement with The Trade Desk for two parking spaces at 42 North Chestnut Street (all ayes)
• Approved license agreement with Ventura County Certified Farmer's Market, waiving first year fees of $5,000 (all ayes)
• Approved abandonment of city easement at 2761 Palma Drive (Resolution 2022-050, all ayes)
• Endorsed General Plan Update, Climate Action and Resiliency Plan, and Energy Action Plan progress report (all ayes)
• Approved MOUs with SEIU Local 721 and revised salary/benefits resolutions for unrepresented employees (Resolutions 2022-051 to 055, all ayes)

Historic Preservation Committee

The July 7, 2022 regular meeting of the City of Ventura Historic Preservation Committee has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is July 21, 2022. The agenda contains only the cancellation notice and no substantive items.

• Meeting cancelled for July 7, 2022 at 6:00 PM
• Next meeting scheduled for July 21, 2022

Design Review Committee

The July 6, 2022 regular meeting of the Design Review Committee has been cancelled because not enough members are available. A special meeting is scheduled for July 20, 2022. The agenda contains no items for discussion or decision.

• Regular meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum
• Special meeting scheduled for July 20, 2022

Water Commission

The regularly scheduled Ventura Water Commission meeting on June 28, 2022, is canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 27, 2022, at 5:30. The agenda is a notice of cancellation only, with no items for discussion or decision.

• June 28, 2022, meeting canceled
• Next meeting scheduled for September 27, 2022, at 5:30

City Council

The Ventura City Council will consider a consent calendar with routine items including contracts, appointments, and ordinance adoptions. Notable actions include a $2,000,515 construction contract for the Montalvo Safe Routes to School Improvements, a $460,000 increase for outside counsel in a water quality lawsuit, and a $700,000 animal services agreement with the County of Ventura.

• Approve $2,000,515 contract with Toro Enterprises for Montalvo Safe Routes to School Improvements (Project 91070)
• Authorize additional $460,000 for Best Best & Krieger in Santa Barbara Channelkeeper v. State Water Resources Control Board litigation
• Approve $700,000 FY22-23 animal services agreement with County of Ventura
• Approve $644,000 Ventura County Medical Center services agreement
• Contribute $15,000 to Countywide Farmworker Housing Study

The Ventura City Council approved a consent agenda including a $2,000,515 construction contract for the Montalvo Safe Routes to School Improvements project, extended the local emergency declaration, and adopted several ordinances and agreements. The council also approved a $15,000 contribution to a countywide farmworker housing study and authorized $460,000 in additional legal fees for pending litigation.

• Approved $2,000,515 construction contract with Toro Enterprises for Montalvo Safe Routes to School (all ayes)
• Extended local emergency declaration until September 4, 2022 (Resolution 2022-046, all ayes)
• Authorized $460,000 additional legal services with Best Best & Krieger for Channelkeeper litigation
• Approved $15,000 contribution to County of Ventura for Farmworker Housing Study
• Adopted ordinance suspending Water/Wastewater Public Art Fund contributions for 4 years (Ordinance 2022-008)
• Adopted Coastal Zone Streamlining Ordinance and LCP amendment submittal (Ordinance 2022-009, Resolution 2022-047)
• Approved 2022-2023 CDBG/HOME Action Plan with $794,420 CDBG and $475,934 HOME (Resolution 2022-048)
• Approved three $500,000 plan review service agreements with Shums Coda, InterWest, NV5

Director's Hearing (Administrative Hearing)

The Ventura Director's Hearing will decide on several use permits, variances, and a coastal development permit. Items include a temporary vehicle storage use permit for Glovis America, alcohol use permits for four restaurants, a sidewalk construction permit, a fence variance, and a sign variance. One variance request is recommended for denial, and one item is recommended to be continued.

• Use Permit for temporary vehicle storage on 21 acres at 3355 Ventura Rd (Glovis America)
• Alcohol Use Permits for Agave Cocktails (79 S Oak St), Asiatique (546 E Main St), Pho Gyu (4960 Telephone Rd), Black Bear Diner (2401 Harbor Blvd)
• Administrative Coastal Development Permit for new sidewalk on Harbor Blvd between Sanjon Rd and Vista Del Mar Dr
• Variance and Minor Change for 8-foot metal fence at 4451 Market St (Coastal Storage Partners)
• Sign Variance for Church of Scientology at 2151 Alessandro Dr (recommended to continue to July 28)

The Director's Hearing approved eight permits, including a vehicle storage use permit for Glovis America, alcohol use permits for four restaurants, a coastal development permit for a sidewalk, a variance for Coastal Storage, and a variance for the Burns residence with adjusted findings. The Church of Scientology sign variance was continued to July 28, 2022. The May 26, 2022 meeting minutes were approved with edits.

• Approved May 26, 2022 meeting minutes with edits
• Approved Glovis America vehicle storage use permit (PROJ-15467)
• Approved Agave Cocktails alcohol use permit (PROJ-15459)
• Approved Asiatique alcohol use permit (PROJ-15465)
• Approved Pho Gyu alcohol use permit (PROJ-15463)
• Approved Harbor Sidewalk coastal development permit (PROJ-15427)
• Approved Black Bear Diner alcohol use permit (PROJ-15473)
• Approved Coastal Storage variance and minor change (PROJ-15468)

Planning Commission

The regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for June 22, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held on July 13, 2022.

• Regular meeting cancelled for June 22, 2022
• Next regular meeting scheduled for July 13, 2022

Mobile Home Rent Review Board

This special meeting of the Mobile Home Rent Review Board was cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for September 14, 2022. No items were discussed or decided.

• Special meeting cancelled
• Next meeting set for September 14, 2022

General Plan Advisory Committee

The June 21, 2022 regular meeting of the City of San Buenaventura General Plan Advisory Committee has been cancelled. The next regular GPAC meeting is scheduled for July 19, 2022. This agenda contains only a cancellation notice and no items for discussion or decision.

• June 21, 2022 GPAC meeting cancelled
• Next regular GPAC meeting scheduled for July 19, 2022

Economic Development Subcommittee

The Economic Development Subcommittee will select its chair and vice chair, set its 2022 meeting calendar, and provide input on a draft Request for Proposals (RFP) for an updated Economic Development Strategy. It will also discuss creating a Business Recognition Program. The meeting is open to public comment on agenda items.

• Selection of Economic Development Chair & Vice Chair
• Establish 2022 Economic Development Subcommittee meeting calendar
• Provide input on draft RFP for updated Economic Development Strategy
• Discuss creation of a Business Recognition Program

Historic Preservation Committee

The Historic Preservation Committee will review a request for a Mills Act contract at 1141 Poli St. The contract would provide financial incentives for improvements and maintenance to the Bert Shaw House, which is an existing local landmark.

• Mills Act contract request for Bert Shaw House at 1141 Poli St.
• Approval of the May 12, 2022, meeting minutes

The Historic Preservation Committee approved the May 12, 2022 meeting minutes and recommended approval to City Council for a Mills Act contract for the Bert Shaw House at 1141 Poli St. The contract would provide financial incentives for improvements and maintenance to the local landmark. Both motions passed unanimously 3-0.

• Approved May 12, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Mills Act contract for Bert Shaw House at 1141 Poli St (3-0)

Design Review Committee

The regular Design Review Committee meeting scheduled for June 15, 2022, was cancelled because a quorum could not be reached. A special meeting is scheduled for July 6, 2022. No agenda items were discussed.

• Regular meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum
• Special meeting scheduled for July 6, 2022

Housing and Homelessness Subcommittee

The HOPE & Solutions Subcommittee is reviewing updates for Foul Weather Shelter criteria and the 2022/2023 Winter Warming Shelter. The committee will also consider recommendations for the FY 2022-2023 Safe & Clean proposed budget.

• Update on Foul Weather Shelter criteria
• Direction on options for 2022/2023 Winter Warming Shelter
• Budget adjustments for Safe & Clean FY 2022-2023
• Update on 2022 Homeless Point in Time Count
• Update on Inclusionary Housing Ordinance

Arts & Culture Commission

The Arts & Culture Commission will review and make recommendations on design renderings for three proposed public art murals at 1050 S. Seaward Avenue, 1995 E. Main Street, and 1548-1550 E. Main Street. The meeting also includes approval of the May 10, 2022 minutes and public comment periods.

• Review mural design at 1050 S. Seaward Avenue
• Review mural design at 1995 E. Main Street
• Review mural design at 1548-1550 E. Main Street
• Approve minutes of May 10, 2022 regular meeting

City Council

The Ventura City Council will hold a regular meeting with a closed session first, covering litigation and labor negotiations. The main public business includes consent items such as contract amendments, an investment policy, and a public hearing on a coastal zone ordinance. A notable added item is a resolution amendment urging state agencies to fully review environmental and safety issues at the Southern California Gas Company compressor site.

• Amendment to Resolution No. 2021-030 urging state review of SoCalGas compressor site at 1555 North Olive Street
• Amend outside counsel agreement with Nossaman, LLP for up to $279,000 for consent decree and permit compliance
• Downtown Ventura Property-Based Business Improvement District annual assessment renewal for FY 2022/2023
• First reading of ordinance amending parking space marking definitions (Section 16.110.010 and 16.215.060)
• Second reading of ordinance adopting a Military Equipment Use Policy

The City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Operating and Capital Improvement Budget, along with salary resolutions for general, professional, supervisory, and other employees, effective June 25, 2022. The vote was 6-1, with Councilmember Johnson dissenting. The council also approved a consent agenda including amendments to legal services, a downtown business improvement district assessment renewal, and a military equipment use policy, among other items.

• Adopted FY 2022-23 budget and salary resolutions (6-1, Johnson no)
• Approved $279,000 amendment to Nossaman LLP legal services agreement
• Approved Downtown Ventura PBID annual assessment renewal (Resolution 2022-033)
• Adopted Military Equipment Use Policy (Ordinance 2022-005)
• Approved lifeguard services agreement with State Parks up to $170,000 for FY 2022-23
• Approved Caltrans Active Transportation grant application
• Approved State Water Project multi-year transfer to San Gorgonio Pass Water Agency (Resolution 2022-035)
• Called November 8, 2022 municipal election for four council seats (Resolutions 2022-043, 044, 045)

Director's Hearing (Administrative Hearing)

This agenda is a notice of cancellation for the City of San Buenaventura Director's Hearing scheduled for June 9, 2022. The meeting was cancelled, and the next regular meeting is set for June 23, 2022. No other business is listed.

• Cancellation of June 9, 2022 Director's Hearing
• Next regular meeting scheduled for June 23, 2022

Planning Commission

The June 8, 2022 Planning Commission meeting has been cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held on June 22, 2022. No items were discussed or decided at this cancelled meeting.

• Regular meeting cancelled for June 8, 2022
• Next regular meeting scheduled for June 22, 2022

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to consider public comments and agenda items, including discussions on dog park needs, off-leash enforcement, and park maintenance. The agenda includes public communications received before the meeting, with several residents expressing concerns about dog park overcrowding and off-leash violations, as well as requests for trail connections and reduced use of gas blowers.

• Public comment opposing new dog parks, citing underuse of Camino Real dog park and off-leash issues at Arroyo Verde
• Public comment requesting enforcement of off-leash laws at Arroyo Verde and Camino Real parks
• Public comment suggesting a dog park at Community Park (Kimball and Telephone) with potential corporate funding
• Public comment requesting a dirt path at Hobert Park for walkers
• Public comment requesting a 'Rambler Right-of-way' trail network connecting public spaces

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission is holding a regular meeting with a consent item to approve the minutes from the May 11, 2022 meeting. The agenda also includes a special presentation from the Ventura Community Partnerships Foundation and public communications. No other substantive items are listed.

• Approval of May 11, 2022 meeting minutes
• Special presentation by Ventura Community Partnerships Foundation (Kevin Clerici, President)
• Public communications period

Appointments Recommendation Committee

The Appointments Recommendation Committee will meet to interview candidates and recommend appointments for the Ventura Port District. The committee will also discuss recommendations for Water Commission reappointments and elect a committee chair.

• Election of Committee Chair and Vice Chair
• Interviews and appointment recommendations for Ventura Port District
• Discussion and recommendations for Water Commission reappointments
• Oral update on current committee recruitment status

The Appointments Recommendation Committee unanimously recommended Anthony Rainey for appointment to the Ventura Port District, and recommended Nova Clite and Susan Mulligan for reappointment to the Water Commission. The committee also elected Councilmember Sanchez-Palacios as Chair and received an update on recruitment status. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Elected Councilmember Sanchez-Palacios as Chair (all ayes)
• Recommended Anthony Rainey for Ventura Port District appointment (all ayes)
• Recommended Nova Clite and Susan Mulligan for Water Commission reappointment (all ayes)

Historic Preservation Committee

The June 2, 2022 regular meeting of the Historic Preservation Committee has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is June 16, 2022.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting June 16, 2022

Design Review Committee

The regular Design Review Committee meeting scheduled for June 1, 2022, was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. A special meeting is scheduled for June 15, 2022.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum
• Special meeting scheduled for June 15, 2022

Measure O Citizens Oversight Committee

The Measure O Citizens Oversight Committee will review the proposed budget for fiscal year 2022-23. The committee is tasked with affirming that projected revenues and recommended expenditures align with the scope of the Measure O Ordinance.

• Approval of February 1, 2022, meeting minutes
• Presentation of historical revenues and expenditures
• Review of proposed budget and new budget requests
• Review of expenditures by project and CIP
• Review of five-year financial outlook

City Council

The Ventura City Council is holding a special meeting with a closed session on litigation, followed by a public meeting. They will discuss and potentially approve several consent items, including contracts for legal services, fuel supply, and engineering support, as well as road projects. Formal items include adopting revised salary and benefits resolutions, authorizing a new five-year traffic camera agreement, and receiving a budget workshop presentation. A public hearing will be held on Community Development Block Grant applications.

• Authorize amendment to legal services agreement with Best, Best & Krieger, increasing compensation to $175,000
• Approve FY 2022-2023 SB1 road project list, adding Telegraph Road and Navigator Drive/Spinnaker Drive/Anchors Way resurfacing
• Approve fuel supplier agreement with Merrimac Energy Group for $784,640, with option to extend up to $3,923,200 total
• Adopt revised salary and benefits resolutions for city employees effective May 31, 2022
• Authorize negotiation of five-year Redflex Traffic Systems agreement for $473,040 annually ($2,365,200 total)

The City Council approved a five-year, $2,365,200 agreement with Redflex Traffic Systems for traffic cameras, and adopted revised salary and benefits resolutions for city employees. The council also approved a $784,640 fuel supply contract with Merrimac Energy Group and several other consent items, including road projects and water reports. No substantive decisions were made on the budget, which was received and filed for further discussion.

• Approved Redflex Traffic Systems agreement for $473,040 annually, $2,365,200 over five years (all ayes)
• Adopted revised salary and benefits resolutions (Resolution No. 2022-031 and 2022-032, all ayes)
• Approved $784,640 fuel supply contract with Merrimac Energy Group, with option to extend up to $3,923,200 total
• Approved FY 2022-2023 SB1 road project list, adding Telegraph Road and Navigator Drive/Spinnaker Drive/Anchors Way resurfacing (Resolution No. 2022-028)
• Approved amendment to legal services agreement with Best, Best & Krieger, increasing compensation to $175,000
• Approved appointments to groundwater sustainability agency boards (Resolution No. 2022-029 and 2022-030)
• Approved extension of stormwater quality management agreement to September 11, 2023
• Received and filed FY 2022-2023 Budget Workshop #2 presentation

Director's Hearing (Administrative Hearing)

The Hearing Officer will consider several land use requests, including alcohol use permits for local restaurants and a coastal development permit for a wastewater treatment plant platform. The agenda also includes a design review for a commercial remodel and a request to continue COVID-19 testing operations.

• Alcohol Use Permit for Prime Steakhouse at 2009 E. Thompson Blvd.
• Alcohol Use Permit for Café Zack at 1095 E. Thompson Boulevard
• Coastal Development Permit for a strain press platform at 1400 Spinnaker Dr
• Use Permit for COVID-19 testing site operations at 3301 E. Main Street
• Design Review for office conversion and addition at 725 S. Victoria Avenue

The Director's Hearing approved all seven items on the agenda, including alcohol use permits for Prime Steakhouse and Café Zack, an administrative coastal development permit for a strain press platform, a use permit for a COVID-19 testing site, a tentative parcel map and coastal permit for two residential lots, and a design review for a commercial building remodel. All approvals were made as presented and conditioned, with no public speakers on most items. The meeting minutes from April 28, 2022, were also approved with edits.

• Approved April 28, 2022 meeting minutes with edits
• Approved Prime Steakhouse alcohol use permit (Type 47) at 2009 E Thompson Blvd
• Approved Café Zack alcohol use permit (Type 47) at 1095 E Thompson Blvd
• Approved administrative coastal development permit for strain press platform at 1400 Spinnaker Dr
• Approved use permit for Covid Clinic testing site at 3301 E Main St
• Approved tentative parcel map and coastal permit for two residential lots on Ocean Ave
• Approved design review for Remax building remodel at 725 S Victoria Ave

Planning Commission

The Ventura Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a major design review for the Del Sol residential development, which proposes 89 townhomes and 112 single-family homes on a 38-acre site at the southwest corner of Wells Road between Blackburn and Telegraph Road. The commission will also consider recommending permanent streamlining amendments to the zoning code and receive a verbal update on the 2021-2029 Housing Element. Consent items include approval of the March 23, 2022 meeting minutes.

• Del Sol: 89 townhomes + 112 single-family homes on 38 acres, Major Design Review, Warrants, Exceptions, Lot Line Adjustments (PROJ-15323)
• Streamlining ordinance amendments to Division 24 (Zoning Regulations) recommended for City Council adoption (PROJ-15322)
• 2021-2029 Housing Element verbal update (no staff report)
• Approval of March 23, 2022 Planning Commission minutes

The Planning Commission approved the Del Sol residential development (89 townhomes and 112 single-family homes) with conditions, including removal of Condition 35 and a directive to verify affordable housing compliance. It also recommended City Council adopt streamlining amendments to zoning regulations (7-0) and received a verbal update on the 2021-2029 Housing Element. The March 21, 2022 meeting minutes were approved 6-0 with one abstention.

• Approved Del Sol project (PROJ-15323) with removal of Condition 35 (6-1)
• Directed staff to confirm Phase 1 affordable housing compliance and enforce if needed
• Recommended City Council adopt streamlining ordinance amendments (PROJ-15322) (7-0)
• Approved March 21, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0, McCarty abstained)

Water Commission

The Ventura Water Commission will review and make recommendations on several water-related items, including a proposed 7% water and 6% wastewater rate increase for fiscal year 2022-2023, the city's response to state drought regulations, and the upcoming water budget. The commission will also receive updates on capital improvement projects and the State Water Interconnection Project. This is an advisory body; final decisions rest with the City Council.

• Recommend 7% water and 6% wastewater rate increases effective July 1, 2022
• Recommend actions to comply with State Drought Related Emergency Regulation for Water Conservation
• Receive presentation on Proposed FY 2022-2023 Ventura Water Operating and Capital Improvement Budget
• Receive update on Capital Improvement Project delivery
• Receive update on State Water Interconnection Project

The Water Commission voted 6-1 to recommend implementing Year Two rate increases of 7% for water service and 6% for wastewater service, effective July 1, 2022, as part of the five-year rate schedule. It also unanimously recommended that the City Council take actions to comply with the State Drought Related Emergency Regulation for Water Conservation. The commission approved the April 26, 2022 minutes with one abstention. Other items were informational only, with no votes taken.

• Recommended Year Two rate increases of 7% water, 6% wastewater (6-1)
• Recommended City Council comply with State Drought Emergency Regulation (7-0)
• Approved April 26, 2022 minutes (6-0, 1 abstain)

City Council

The Ventura City Council is meeting to discuss an interim urgency ordinance regarding just cause evictions for properties undergoing demolition or substantial remodel. The council will also review a new military equipment use policy for the Police Department.

• Interim Urgency Ordinance for Just Cause Evictions for Demolition and Substantial Remodel
• Ordinance establishing a Military Equipment Use Policy for the Police Department
• NAMI Ventura County Proclamation

The City Council adopted an interim urgency ordinance adding Chapter 8.1100 to the municipal code, requiring just cause for evictions related to demolition and substantial remodel of residential properties. The ordinance was approved with amendments, including removal of a retroactive clause, and requires a 4/5 vote. The council also approved a military equipment use policy for the police department as a consent item.

• Adopted interim urgency ordinance for just cause evictions for demolition and substantial remodel (6-1, Sanchez-Palacios dissenting)
• Amended ordinance to remove retroactive clause (6-1, Sanchez-Palacios dissenting)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2022-005 establishing Military Equipment Use Policy for Police Department (consent, all ayes)
• Scheduled second reading of Military Equipment Use Policy for June 13, 2022

City Council

The City Council is reviewing an ordinance to establish a formal policy for the use of military equipment by the Ventura Police Department. This action follows California Assembly Bill 481 requirements to approve written policies regarding the acquisition and use of specific gear.

• Adoption of an ordinance establishing a Military Equipment Policy
• Inventory of drones (6) and Robotex Avatar II robot (1)
• Use of Lenco Bearcat armored rescue vehicle (1)
• Inventory of specialized firearms including .308 caliber rifles and .223 caliber patrol rifles
• Use of less-lethal tools including flashbangs, tear gas canisters, and pepper ball launchers

Historic Preservation Committee

The regular meeting of the San Buenaventura Historic Preservation Committee scheduled for May 19, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for June 02, 2022.

Parking Advisory Committee

The Downtown Parking Advisory Committee will receive presentations on electric vehicle charging stations downtown, monthly parking utilization, and the latest budget forecast. They will also provide direction on prioritizing capital projects and programs funded by the Downtown Parking District. The agenda includes routine approval of minutes and staff updates.

• Receive presentation from Electrify America on EV charging stations downtown
• Receive updated Downtown Parking District budget revenue and utilization report
• Receive latest budget forecast
• Provide direction to prioritize capital projects and programs
• New parking rates and times started May 9, 2022

Design Review Committee

The Design Review Committee will conduct a conceptual review of a proposed 160-room hotel project. The committee is tasked with providing design comments on the development and its associated amenities.

• PROJ-14608: Hilton conceptual review at the southeast corner of Figueroa Street and Harbor Boulevard
• Proposed four-story hotel featuring 160 rooms, a restaurant, lounge, fitness center, and pool
• Planned improvements to Promenade Park including new landscaping, an event lawn, and a gazebo
• Approval of March 31, 2022, and April 21, 2022, meeting minutes

The Design Review Committee approved the minutes from previous meetings and held a conceptual review of a proposed four-story, 160-room Hilton hotel at Figueroa Street and Harbor Boulevard. The committee provided design comments on the project, including suggestions on building details, lighting, landscaping, and public art, but took no formal action on the hotel proposal.

• Approved March 31 and April 21, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Provided design comments on Hilton hotel conceptual review (no vote)

Design Review Committee

The May 18, 2022 regular meeting of the City of San Buenaventura (Ventura) Design Review Committee has been cancelled because a quorum could not be reached. A special meeting is scheduled for May 19, 2022. The agenda contains no items for discussion or decision.

• Regular meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum
• Special meeting scheduled for May 19, 2022
• Cancellation declared by Assistant Community Development Director Neda Zayer

General Plan Advisory Committee

The General Plan Advisory Committee is meeting to review the land use alternatives process and community engagement. Members will work in small groups to develop land use visions for specific city areas.

• Small group discussions regarding Downtown, Westside, Midtown Corridors/Pacific View Mall/Five Points, Johnson, Victoria, SOAR areas, and Arundell/North Bank
• Review of the land use alternatives development process
• Development of land use concepts for specific city areas

The General Plan Advisory Committee held its 13th meeting over two evenings to review the land use alternatives process and continue small-group discussions on land use concepts for specific areas of the city. No formal decisions were made; the feedback will guide the consultant team's preparation of land use alternatives for public review.

• Reviewed land use alternatives process and upcoming community engagement activities
• Continued small-group discussions on land use concepts for Downtown, Westside, Midtown, Five Points, Pacific View Mall, Johnson Corridor, Victoria, and employment areas
• Collected GPAC and public feedback on land use maps and feedback forms
• No formal votes or approvals recorded

Housing and Homelessness Subcommittee

The HOPE & Solutions Subcommittee's regular meeting scheduled for May 17, 2022, was cancelled due to a Brown Act conflict. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 14, 2022. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled due to Brown Act conflict
• Next regular meeting scheduled for June 14, 2022

General Plan Advisory Committee

The General Plan Advisory Committee is meeting to review the land use alternatives process and develop visions for specific city areas. Members will work in small groups to create land use concepts for locations including Downtown, Westside, and SOAR areas.

• Small group development of land use visions for Downtown
• Small group development of land use visions for Westside
• Small group development of land use visions for Midtown Corridors/Pacific View Mall/Five Points
• Small group development of land use visions for Johnson, Victoria, SOAR areas, and Arundell/North Bank

The General Plan Advisory Committee held its 13th meeting over two evenings to develop land use concepts and alternatives for specific areas of Ventura, including Downtown, Westside, Midtown, and others. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was a working session to gather GPAC and public input that will guide the consultant team in preparing land use alternatives for public review.

• No formal decisions made; meeting was a working session for land use concept development
• GPAC members provided input on land use for Downtown, Westside, Midtown, Five Points, Pacific View Mall, Johnson Corridor, Victoria, and employment areas
• Public comments received on housing, transportation, and land use priorities

Historic Preservation Committee

The Historic Preservation Committee will meet to elect new leadership for 2022 and review a presentation on the draft Citywide Historic Context Statement prepared by Historic Resources Group. The committee is asked to consider endorsing this statement.

• Election of Historic Preservation Committee Chair and Vice Chair for 2022
• Review of draft Citywide Historic Context Statement and Survey
• Approval of October 21, 2021, and December 02, 2021, meeting minutes

The committee unanimously endorsed the draft Historic Context Statement prepared by Historic Resources Group, which will guide future preservation efforts. It also approved the minutes from its October 21 and December 2, 2021 meetings, with additions to the October minutes. Rachel Perzel was elected Chair and Elizabeth Soriano Vice-Chair for 2022.

• Endorsed Historic Context Statement (3-0)
• Approved October 21, 2021 meeting minutes with additions (3-0)
• Approved December 2, 2021 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Elected Rachel Perzel as Chair (3-0)
• Elected Elizabeth Soriano as Vice-Chair (3-0)

Director's Hearing (Administrative Hearing)

The Director’s Hearing meeting originally scheduled for May 12, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled to be held on May 26, 2022.

Planning Commission

The regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for May 11, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. has been cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held on May 25, 2022. No items were discussed or decided.

• Regular meeting of May 11, 2022 cancelled
• Next regular meeting scheduled for May 25, 2022

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will receive a report on off-leash dog parks and leash laws, and will also hear an overview of the Ventura Aquatic Center's programs and operations. The consent item is approval of the April 13, 2022 meeting minutes. Public comments can be submitted by email before the meeting.

• Report on Off Leash Dog Parks and Leash Laws
• Ventura Aquatic Center overview of programs and operations
• Approval of April 13, 2022 meeting minutes

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to discuss and receive public comment on off-leash dog park options, including possible new locations and expanded hours. The agenda packet includes numerous public comments, most supporting more off-leash areas, plus a complaint about water waste at Cemetery Park. No formal decisions are listed in the agenda text.

• Public comments on off-leash dog parks, including support for new fenced parks at Kimball Park, West Park, and Ventura Community Park
• Complaint from Burt Handy about ongoing water waste from sprinklers at Cemetery Park, citing Ventura Municipal Code Sec. 22.171.030
• Comment from Kelly Wilmer requesting Cemetery Park be fenced as a permanent downtown dog park
• Comments requesting expanded hours and separate areas for small and large dogs at existing parks like Camino Real Park
• Suggestion from Lisa Katz to pilot off-leash hours at large grassy areas such as schools or the college

Arts & Culture Commission

The Arts & Culture Commission is holding a regular meeting with roll call, public communications, and consent items. The only action item is approval of the March 8, 2022 meeting minutes. The meeting also includes introductions and updates from the Arts & Culture Section and Commission, but no formal or informational items are listed.

• Approval of March 8, 2022 meeting minutes
• Introduction of new Public & Community Arts Coordinator
• Arts & Culture Section Update
• Arts & Culture Commission Update

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Master Fee Schedule, which updates user and regulatory fees for City services. The proposed changes include 28 fee decreases, 373 fees unchanged or with minor adjustments, 58 increases over 5%, 11 new fees, and 21 fee structure modifications. If adopted, the new fees take effect July 8, 2022. The agenda is substantive, focusing on fee adjustments to recover service costs.

• Adoption of FY 2022-2023 Master Fee Schedule effective July 8, 2022
• 11 new fees including Director's Referral ($1,664-$2,912), GIS Atlas Mapping ($0.56/linear foot), and Automated Meter Infrastructure Opt Out ($75 initial, $10 monthly)
• 58 fees proposed to increase by more than 5% due to cost recalibration and material cost increases
• 28 fees proposed to decrease; 373 fees unchanged or with minor adjustments (up to 5% or $10)
• Fee structure modifications for 21 fees to better align with service costs

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to adopt the Fiscal Year 2022–2023 Master Fee Schedule. The Council will also discuss potential paths for the solvency of Street Lighting District 36.

• Public hearing for adoption of the FY 2022–2023 Master Fee Schedule
• Investigation into purchasing Southern California Edison operated streetlights for District 36
• Contract amendment for Sam Hill and Sons, Inc. for Pierpont Nuisance Sand Removal Project totaling $294,213
• Professional Services Agreement with George Hills Company for liability claims administration up to $215,275
• Agreement with Hamner, Jewell, & Associates, Inc. for easement acquisition services up to $88,825

The Ventura City Council held a public hearing and unanimously adopted the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Master Fee Schedule, effective July 8, 2022. The council also approved several consent items, including professional service agreements for easement acquisition and liability claims administration, and contract amendments for sand removal and the US 101/Oak Street off-ramp project. A discussion on the Street Lighting District 36 solvency was continued to a future meeting.

• Adopted FY 2022-2023 Master Fee Schedule (all ayes)
• Approved $88,825 easement acquisition services agreement with Hamner, Jewell & Associates (all ayes)
• Approved $215,275 liability claims administration agreement with George Hills Company (all ayes)
• Approved $150,811 amendment for Pierpont Nuisance Sand Removal Project (all ayes; Schroeder recused)
• Approved $125,314 amendment with Galvin Preservation Associates for US 101/Oak Street project (all ayes)
• Approved $108,514 amendment with Civil Works Engineers for US 101/Oak Street project (all ayes)
• Received and filed 2022-2023 City Council Goals progress update (all ayes)
• Continued Street Lighting District 36 solvency discussion to future meeting

Measure O Citizens Oversight Committee

The committee is reviewing the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2022-2023. The agenda includes new budget requests, a grant program update, and information on Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects.

• Proposed FY 2022-2023 Measure O Budget
• Measure O New Budget Requests
• Measure O Granting Program Update
• Information sheets for Measure O CIP Projects

Measure O Citizens Oversight Committee

The Measure O Citizens Oversight Committee will review the proposed FY 2022-23 Measure O budget and vote on whether it aligns with the Measure O ordinance. The agenda also includes approval of the February 1, 2022 meeting minutes and public communications.

• Approve minutes from February 1, 2022 regular meeting
• Review and affirm FY 2022-23 Measure O proposed budget
• Review historical revenues and expenditures
• Review new budget requests and expenditures by project
• Review Measure O capital improvement program and five-year financial outlook

Historic Preservation Committee

The May 5, 2022 regular meeting of the Historic Preservation Committee has been cancelled. A special meeting is scheduled for May 12, 2022. The agenda contains no items for discussion or decision.

• Regular meeting cancelled
• Special meeting scheduled for May 12, 2022

Design Review Committee

The May 4, 2022 regular meeting of the City of San Buenaventura Design Review Committee has been cancelled because a quorum could not be reached. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for May 18, 2022. No business items are on the agenda for this cancelled meeting.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum
• Next meeting scheduled for May 18, 2022

Measure O Citizens Oversight Committee

This agenda is for the Measure O Citizens Oversight Committee regular meeting on May 3, 2022. However, the notice states that the Finance, Audit & Budget Committee meeting scheduled for the same date has been canceled. No other items are listed.

• Notice of cancellation for the Finance, Audit & Budget Committee meeting on May 3, 2022

City Council

The Ventura City Council is holding a special meeting with a single formal item: receiving the proposed Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Operating and Capital Improvement Budget from staff. This is a transmittal for review, not a final approval. Public comments are limited to this agenda item.

• Transmittal of FY 2022-2023 Proposed Operating and Capital Improvement Budget

The City Council held a special meeting to receive the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Proposed Operating and Capital Improvement Budget. A presentation was made and discussion held, but no formal action was taken. A second budget workshop was scheduled for May 23, 2022.

• Received FY 2022-2023 Proposed Operating and Capital Improvement Budget (no vote recorded)
• Scheduled budget workshop #2 for May 23, 2022

Director's Hearing (Administrative Hearing)

The Director's Hearing will consider two development permits: an AT&T small cell wireless facility on E. Thompson Blvd. and a new industrial building on Donlon Street. Public comment is invited in person, virtually, or by email. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public communications.

• Coastal Development Permit for AT&T small cell facility at 1888 E. Thompson Blvd.
• Planned Development Permit and Design Review for 13,609 sq ft industrial building at 1771 Donlon Street
• Approval of April 14, 2022 meeting minutes
• Public comment opportunities (in-person, WebEx, email)

The Director's Hearing approved two permits. The AT&T small cell facility at 1888 E. Thompson Blvd. received a Coastal Development Permit. The Perrett Industrial project at 1771 Donlon Street received a Planned Development Permit and Design Review with a modification to Condition #2 requiring roof equipment screening.

• Approved April 14, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved Coastal Development Permit for AT&T small cell facility at 1888 E. Thompson Blvd.
• Approved Planned Development Permit and Design Review for Perrett Industrial at 1771 Donlon Street, with modified Condition #2

Planning Commission

The April 27, 2022 regular Planning Commission meeting has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 11, 2022. No items were considered or discussed.

• Regular meeting of April 27, 2022 cancelled
• Next regular meeting set for May 11, 2022

Water Commission

The Ventura Water Commission will review and make advisory recommendations on several water-related items, including proposed rate increases for the second year of a five-year schedule. They will also hear reports on a state water blending study, the final draft of the 2022 Comprehensive Water Resources Report, and an update on the State Water Interconnection Project. The meeting includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.

• Recommend 7% water service and 6% wastewater service rate increases effective July 1, 2022
• Receive State Water Interconnection Project Blending Study report
• Review 2022 Final Draft Comprehensive Water Resources Report
• Confirm no water shortage stage triggered per Water Shortage Event Contingency Plan
• Update on State Water Interconnection Project

The Water Commission approved the minutes of the March 22, 2022 meeting and recommended to the City Council that no water shortage stage be triggered, based on the 2022 Comprehensive Water Resources Report. The commission also received updates on rates, state water blending, and the State Water Interconnection Project, but took no votes on those items. The rate increase item was tabled for further discussion at the May 24 meeting.

• Approved minutes of March 22, 2022 regular session (6-0)
• Recommended to City Council that no water shortage stage is triggered (6-0)
• Tabled rate increase discussion to May 24, 2022 meeting

City Council

The City Council is considering a master license and encroachment agreement with SiFi Networks Ventura LLC to install a city-wide fiber optic network in public rights-of-way. The agreement would grant a non-exclusive license for up to 60 years, with a required 95% build-out within the first five years. The council will also review specific exemptions to city code, including waivers for fees and work on recently resurfaced streets.

• 30-year initial term, renewable for an additional 30 years
• 95% substantial completion required within first 5 years
• Waiver of permit fees for SiFi Networks
• Exemption from restrictions on recently resurfaced streets
• City may enter future Smart City Managed Services Agreement

City Council

The Ventura City Council will discuss a citywide broadband license agreement with SiFi Networks and consider a policy for a moratorium on evictions related to substantial renovations. The Council will also review updates regarding street lighting solvency and water transfer agreements.

• Approval of a Master License and Encroachment Agreement with SiFi Networks Ventura LLC for fiber optic infrastructure
• Proposal for an urgency ordinance to impose a retroactive moratorium on evictions related to substantial renovations
• Contract amendment with Mustang Marketing for strategic planning services up to $105,000
• Work order with Rincon Consultants for environmental documentation for the Anastasi Project up to $89,883.28
• Investigation into the potential purchase of Southern California Edison operated streetlights for District 36

The City Council directed staff to return by end of May with an urgency ordinance imposing a moratorium on evictions related to substantial renovations, including tenant protections, and to study a rental registry. The council also approved a citywide broadband license agreement with SiFi Networks, continued several items, and approved consent items including a local emergency extension and various contracts.

• Approved consent items including Resolution 2022-025 extending local emergency to July 6, 2022 (all ayes)
• Approved $45,000 contract amendment with Mustang Marketing for strategic planning (total $105,000)
• Authorized $89,883.28 work order with Rincon Consultants for CEQA documentation for Anastasi Project
• Approved grant application for up to $100,000 for WaterSMART water efficiency projects (Resolution 2022-026)
• Approved $144,927 agreement with Raftelis Financial Consultants for water financial plan support
• Continued citywide broadband license agreement with SiFi Networks to future meeting (6-1)
• Continued Street Lighting District 36 solvency item
• Approved multi-year State Water Project transfer with San Gorgonio Pass Water Agency (6-0)

Parking Advisory Committee

The scheduled meeting for the Downtown Parking Advisory Committee on April 21, 2022, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled to take place on May 19, 2022.

Finance, Audit & Budget Committee

The Finance, Audit & Budget Committee is meeting to review the proposed citywide budget for the 2022-2023 fiscal year. The review includes discussions on revenues, expenditures, and budget balancing for the General Fund, Measure O, and Water and Wastewater funds.

• Review of FY 2022–2023 Proposed Operating and Capital Improvement Budget
• Review of FY 2022-23 Proposed General Fund Revenues & Expenditures
• Review of FY 2022-23 Proposed Measure O Budget
• Review of FY 2022-23 Proposed Water and Wastewater Budgets
• Approval of minutes from the January 11, 2022 Special Meeting

Design Review Committee

The Design Review Committee will consider three development proposals, including a large residential project, a mixed-use building, and an office conversion. The committee will also approve minutes from its March 31 meeting. Public comments are accepted in person or by email.

• Del Sol: 89 townhomes and 112 single-family homes on 38 acres south of Wells Road between Blackburn and Telegraph Road
• Pacific Wave: 3-story mixed-use building with 8 residential units and 1,900 sq ft commercial at 1342 E. Thompson Blvd
• Remax: remodel and change of use from restaurant to office at 725 S. Victoria Avenue
• Approval of March 31, 2022 meeting minutes

Historic Preservation Committee

The April 21, 2022 regular meeting of the City of San Buenaventura (Ventura) Historic Preservation Committee has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is May 5, 2022. No agenda items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled for April 21, 2022
• Next meeting scheduled for May 5, 2022

Design Review Committee

The regular meeting of the Design Review Committee scheduled for April 20, 2022, has been cancelled due to a lack of quorum. A special meeting is scheduled for April 21, 2022.

Finance, Audit & Budget Committee

The special meeting of the Finance, Audit & Budget Committee scheduled for April 19, 2022 has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided. Administrative reports related to the agenda are available on the city's website.

• Meeting cancelled

General Plan Advisory Committee

The General Plan Advisory Committee is meeting to develop land use concepts through small group discussions. Members will review preliminary draft land use designations and provide feedback on specific geographic areas to guide future public reviews.

• Small group review of Downtown, Mall, Five Points, and SOAR Annexation Areas
• Small group review of Westside, Johnson Corridor, Midtown Corridors, and Victoria Corridor
• Presentation of land use ideas and concepts

The General Plan Advisory Committee met to review preliminary draft land use designations and discuss land use concepts for several areas, including Johnson Corridor, Westside, Downtown, and Midtown. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was a working session to gather feedback and brainstorm alternatives.

• No formal decisions made; meeting was a working session
• Reviewed preliminary draft land use designations
• Discussed land use concepts for Johnson Corridor, Westside, Victoria Corridor, Downtown, Midtown, Pacific View Mall, SOAR areas, and Harbor
• Split into small groups to provide feedback on land use concepts
• Public comment heard on safety, Metrolink relocation, parks, and zoning

Director's Hearing (Administrative Hearing)

The Director’s Hearing is reviewing several administrative requests, including business use permits and a commercial facade remodel. The items include an automotive service permit, an alcohol license for a restaurant, and a design review for a building remodel.

• Use Permit for 4Wheel Parts at 3310 Telegraph Road
• Type 47 Alcohol License for Cronies Alcohol at 2855 Johnson Drive, Suite O
• Design Review for Ash Remodel at 181 Ash Street
• Approval of March 10, 2022, meeting minutes

The Director's Hearing approved all three formal items on the agenda. The hearing officer approved a use permit for 4Wheel Parts at 3310 Telegraph Road, an alcohol license for Cronies at 2855 Johnson Drive, and a design review for a remodel at 181 Ash Street, each as conditioned. The March 10, 2022 meeting minutes were also approved.

• Approved March 10, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved 4Wheel Parts use permit at 3310 Telegraph Road (PROJ-15342)
• Approved Cronies alcohol use permit at 2855 Johnson Drive, Suite O (PROJ-15351)
• Approved Ash Remodel design review at 181 Ash Street (PROJ-15317) with additional conditions

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission is holding its regular meeting on April 13, 2022. The main item is a presentation on the Westpark Skatepark Expansion RFP process. The commission will also approve minutes from the March 9, 2022 meeting and take public comments.

• Westpark Skatepark Expansion RFP process presentation by Breanne Alton of Pacific Coast
• Approval of minutes from March 9, 2022 regular meeting
• Public communications period for non-agenda items
• Department and commission communications

Planning Commission

The April 13, 2022 regular meeting of the City of San Buenaventura Planning Commission has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 27, 2022. No business items are listed for this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting April 27, 2022

Housing and Homelessness Subcommittee

The HOPE & Solutions Subcommittee is reviewing options for the 2022/2023 Winter Warming Shelter and criteria for the Foul Weather Shelter. The meeting also includes updates on the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance and the 2022 Homeless Point in Time Count.

• Direction on options for the 2022/2023 Winter Warming Shelter
• Update on Foul Weather Shelter criteria
• Recommendation to Council regarding Ventura County programs
• Update on the 2022 Homeless Point in Time Count
• Update on the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance

Arts & Culture Commission

The April 12, 2022 meeting of the Arts & Culture Commission is cancelled. The next scheduled meeting is May 10, 2022 at 5:30 pm. No other business is listed.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting: May 10, 2022 at 5:30 pm

City Council

The Ventura City Council is considering several items, including a temporary business expansion permit for Main Street Moves and terms for a citywide broadband license with SiFi Networks. The meeting also includes decisions on professional service agreements and updates to municipal ordinances.

• Approval of Temporary Business Expansion Special Use Permit for Main Street Moves through June 30, 2024
• Proposed $300,000 transfer from General Fund to Water Enterprise Fund for Main Street Moves costs
• Second Amendment to CliftonLarsonAllen, LLP agreement up to $628,933
• Professional Services Agreement with Public Safety and Economic Growth not to exceed $150,000
• Increase of $80,000 to Solenis, LLC purchase order for polymer at Water Reclamation Facility

The City Council approved a temporary business expansion permit for Main Street Moves through June 2024, including a full-closure model for Main Street from the 600 block to the Mission, with California Street reopened with parklets. They also adopted a hybrid model for City Council meetings and conditionally approved the Ventura Unified School District's use of Council Chambers. The broadband agreement with SiFi Networks was continued to the April 25 meeting.

• Approved Main Street Moves temporary permit and full-closure scope analysis (all ayes)
• Adopted hybrid model for City Council meetings and conditionally approved VUSD use of chambers (all ayes)
• Approved $628,933 extension of CliftonLarsonAllen professional services agreement (all ayes)
• Approved $150,000 COVID-19 compliance services agreement with Public Safety and Economic Growth (all ayes)
• Approved $80,000 increase in blanket purchase order with Solenis, LLC (all ayes)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-003 repealing COVID-19 fee waiver for sports facilities (all ayes)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-004 amending accessory dwelling unit regulations (all ayes)
• Continued SiFi Networks broadband license agreement to April 25 meeting

Historic Preservation Committee

The April 7, 2022 regular meeting of the Historic Preservation Committee has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is April 21, 2022.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for April 21, 2022

Design Review Committee

The Design Review Committee recommended approval of three design review requests. The Perrett Industrial project at 1771 Donlon Road was recommended for approval with a condition for roof screening details. The Anastasi project at E. Harbor Blvd and S. Seaward Ave, a 96-unit residential and commercial development, was recommended for approval with design modifications in a 2-1 vote. The Front and Kalorama project at 935 E. Front Street, an 88-unit residential building, was also recommended for approval with design modifications. The committee also approved the January 19, 2022 meeting minutes.

• Approved January 19, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Perrett Industrial Design Review at 1771 Donlon Road with condition for roof screening detail (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Anastasi Design Review at E. Harbor Blvd and S. Seaward Ave with design modifications (2-1)
• Recommended approval of Front and Kalorama Design Review at 935 E. Front Street with design modifications (3-0)

City Council

The Council is holding a public hearing to adopt the amended Fiscal Year 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Program. The agenda also includes several professional service agreements and grant applications for water and infrastructure projects.

• Public hearing for adoption of the Fiscal Year 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Program
• Professional Services Agreement with Carollo Engineers for VenturaWaterPure up to $3,403,155
• Professional Services Agreement with HDR Engineering, Inc. for pump station design up to $3,080,900
• Grant application for up to $14,026,650 via the Bureau of Reclamation’s WaterSMART program
• Construction contract with Toro Enterprises, Inc. for Ventura River Trail bike path link for $312,614

Director's Hearing (Administrative Hearing)

The regular meeting for the Director’s Hearing scheduled for March 24, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 14, 2022.

Planning Commission

The Ventura Planning Commission will hold a virtual meeting to consider approving a resolution that the proposed 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Plan conforms to the General Plan. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from two prior meetings. Public comment can be submitted electronically or via email.

• General Plan Conformance Review of the 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Plan
• Approval of February 9 and February 23, 2022 meeting minutes
• CEQA exemption under State CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3)

The Planning Commission approved, by separate votes, that the proposed 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Plan is in conformance with the General Plan. Project 96922 was approved 4-0 with two abstentions; Projects 95109 and 97967 were approved 5-0 with one abstention; Project 95130 was approved 5-0 with one abstention; Project 96945 was approved 5-0 with one abstention; and the remaining projects were approved 6-0. Commissioner McCarty was absent for all votes.

• Approved February 9 and February 23, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved Project 96922 General Plan conformance (4-0, Davis and Zucker abstained)
• Approved Projects 95109 and 97967 General Plan conformance (5-0, Farkas abstained)
• Approved Project 95130 General Plan conformance (5-0, Comden abstained)
• Approved Project 96945 General Plan conformance (5-0, Davis abstained)
• Approved remaining Capital Improvement Plan projects (6-0)

Water Commission

The Ventura Water Commission is meeting virtually to receive updates and provide advisory comments on water resources, including the draft 2022 Comprehensive Water Resources Report, the VenturaWaterPure program, and the State Water Interconnection Project. The meeting is held by teleconference only, with no in-person public attendance.

• Receive presentation on Santa Clara River Estuary Pre-Construction Assessment for VenturaWaterPure
• Receive presentation on VenturaWaterPure staffing and Advanced Water Purification Facility
• Review and comment on draft 2022 Comprehensive Water Resources Report
• Receive update on State Water Interconnection Project
• Approve minutes of February 22, 2022 regular session

The Water Commission approved the minutes of its February 22, 2022 regular session with a 6-0 vote (one abstention). The commission received oral presentations and reports on the Santa Clara River Estuary Pre-Construction Assessment, VenturaWaterPure staffing, the 2022 Comprehensive Water Resources Report, the State Water Interconnection Project, and the General Manager's Report, but took no votes on these items. Public comments were received from Burt Handy and Trevor Gotsman.

• Approved February 22, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Received Santa Clara River Estuary Pre-Construction Assessment presentation (no vote)
• Received VenturaWaterPure staffing presentation (no vote)
• Received 2022 Comprehensive Water Resources Report and comments (no vote)
• Received State Water Interconnection Project update (no vote)
• Received General Manager's Report and tentative schedule (no vote)

City Council

The City Council will consider the Fire Department Strategic Plan and Action Plan, including the addition of two firefighter/paramedic positions. The meeting also includes closed session labor negotiations and several consent items regarding city ordinances and contracts.

• Approval of Fire Department Strategic Plan and addition of two FTE Firefighter/Paramedic positions
• $171,900 agreement with JL Skye, Incorporated for fire facility HVAC engineering design
• Ordinance to repeal emergency fee waivers for nonprofit youth sports
• Ordinance to create a separate Department of Information Technology
• Public notice of final map submittal for 72 residential condominiums at 2400 Channel Drive

The City Council approved the Fire Department Strategic Plan and authorized adding two FTE Firefighter/Paramedic positions for FY 2021-2022, with increased appropriations of $98,757 from the General Fund. All consent items were approved unanimously, including the 2022-2023 Legislative Platform, repeal of the COVID-19 fee waiver for nonprofit youth sports, a $171,900 engineering services agreement with JL Skye, Inc., and adoption of ordinances updating council district boundaries and creating a separate Information Technology Department. The meeting was adjourned in memory of Midge Stock.

• Approved Fire Department Strategic Plan and added two FTE Firefighter/Paramedic positions (all ayes)
• Authorized $98,757 appropriation from General Fund for firefighter positions (all ayes)
• Approved 2022-2023 Legislative Platform (all ayes)
• Repealed COVID-19 fee waiver for nonprofit youth sports (all ayes)
• Approved $171,900 engineering services agreement with JL Skye, Inc. for fire facilities HVAC (all ayes)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2022-001 updating city council voting district boundaries (all ayes)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2022-002 creating separate Information Technology Department (all ayes)

Parking Advisory Committee

The scheduled meeting for April 21, 2022, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled to take place on May 19, 2022.

Parking Advisory Committee

The Downtown Parking Advisory Committee will hold elections for Chair and Vice-Chair for the 2022 calendar year. The committee will also receive staff presentations regarding the monthly utilization of the Downtown Parking District budget and the latest budget forecast.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair for 2022
• Monthly utilization update for Downtown Parking District Budget
• Presentation of updated budget forecast
• Update on parking structure space reduction and fencing project
• Review of Park Sol signage procurement via NCPA contracts

Mobile Home Rent Review Board

The regular meeting of the Mobile Home Rent Review Board scheduled for March 17, 2022, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for June 16, 2022.

Historic Preservation Committee

The regular meeting of the San Buenaventura Historic Preservation Committee scheduled for March 17, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for April 07, 2022.

Design Review Committee

The regular meeting of the San Buenaventura Design Review Committee scheduled for March 16, 2022, has been cancelled due to a lack of quorum. A special meeting is scheduled for March 31, 2022.

General Plan Advisory Committee

The regular meeting of the General Plan Advisory Committee scheduled for March 15, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 19, 2022.

City Council

The regular meeting of the San Buenaventura City Council scheduled for March 14, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for March 21, 2022.

Director's Hearing (Administrative Hearing)

The Ventura Director's Hearing will consider three alcohol use permits for local restaurants, each recommended for approval with conditions. The meeting is held virtually via WebEx due to AB 361, with public comment accepted by email or live online.

• Buddy's Wine Bar, 1786 E. Main St., Type 42 license for beer/wine sales
• Urbane Café, 811 E. Thompson Blvd., Type 41 license for beer/wine sales
• Stout Burger, 328 E Main St., Type 47 license for full alcohol sales
• Approval of February 10 and February 24, 2022 meeting minutes

The Director's Hearing approved three alcohol use permits for Buddy's Wine Bar, Urbane Café, and Stout Burger, each as conditioned. The Stout Burger permit was approved with the removal of Condition #3 and a revised finding regarding signage compliance. The meeting also approved the minutes from the February 10 and February 24, 2022 hearings.

• Approved February 10 and February 24, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved Buddy's Wine Bar alcohol use permit (Type 42) at 1786 E. Main St., as conditioned
• Approved Urbane Café alcohol use permit (Type 41) at 811 E. Thompson Blvd., as conditioned
• Approved Stout Burger alcohol use permit (Type 47) at 328 E Main St., with removal of Condition #3 and revised Finding #1

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Ventura Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting virtually to receive presentations on the Leo Robbins Community Sailing Center and Harmon Canyon, and to approve the minutes from its February 9, 2022 meeting. No votes on policy or funding are scheduled.

• Presentation on Leo Robbins Community Sailing Center by Recreation Supervisor Chip Tarleton and Recreation Coordinator Tyler Young
• Presentation on Harmon Canyon by Ventura Land Trust Executive Director Melissa Baffa
• Approval of February 9, 2022 meeting minutes

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting on March 9, 2022. The agenda includes a public comment form from a resident requesting that the city stop using leaf blowers at parks and use brooms instead, with video evidence offered. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Public comment from Trevor Gotsman requesting leaf blowers be replaced with brooms at parks

Planning Commission

The regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for March 9, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held on March 23, 2022. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for March 23, 2022

Arts & Culture Commission

The Arts & Culture Commission will hold a virtual meeting to decide on several action items, including approving the 2022 Cultural Funding Grant Program award recommendations from the peer review panel, approving the revised June 14 meeting date, and reviewing and approving a change to a public art project in the parking lot between Main Street and Thompson Boulevard. The meeting is held by teleconference only, with no physical location for public attendance.

• Approve 2022 Cultural Funding Grant Program award recommendations
• Approve revised June 14 meeting date for 2022
• Review and approve change to public art project in parking lot between Main Street and Thompson Boulevard
• Approve minutes of January 11, 2022 regular meeting

City Council

This is a special closed-session meeting held by teleconference under AB 361, with no physical public access. The only substantive item is a closed-session discussion about the public employment position of City Attorney, under Government Code 54957. The rest of the agenda is procedural (call to order, roll call, public comments, adjournment).

• Closed session discussion on hiring/appointing the City Attorney (public employment, Gov. Code 54957)
• Meeting held by teleconference only; Council Chambers closed to the public
• Public comments on closed-session items accepted electronically or via Webex

City Council

This is a special closed-session meeting held by teleconference under AB 361, with no in-person public access. The only substantive item is a closed-session discussion about public employment for the position of City Attorney. The agenda is otherwise procedural, covering roll call, public comments on closed-session items, and adjournment.

• Closed session discussion on public employment for the City Attorney position (Gov. Code 54957)
• Meeting held by teleconference only; Council Chambers closed to the public
• Public comments on closed-session items accepted electronically or via Webex

The Ventura City Council met in a special closed session on March 7, 2022, to discuss the public employment of the City Attorney. No reportable action was taken, and the meeting adjourned at 9:00 p.m. The session was held virtually due to COVID-19, with no public comments.

• Held closed session for City Attorney public employment (no reportable action)

Historic Preservation Committee

The March 3, 2022 regular meeting of the City of San Buenaventura (Ventura) Historic Preservation Committee has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is March 17, 2022. The agenda contains no items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancelled for March 3, 2022 at 6:00 P.M.
• Next regular meeting scheduled for March 17, 2022

Design Review Committee

The regular meeting of the San Buenaventura Design Review Committee scheduled for March 02, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 16, 2022.

Housing and Homelessness Subcommittee

The Housing and Homelessness Subcommittee will meet virtually to discuss homelessness services, including an update on the ARCH Shelter, a proposal to adjust Foul Weather Shelter trigger points, the 2022 Point in Time Count, and Project Homekey. The meeting is held by teleconference due to COVID-19, with public comment available electronically only.

• Select Chair and Vice Chair for the subcommittee
• Receive update on ARCH Shelter services
• Propose recommendation to City Council to adjust Foul Weather Shelter trigger points
• Receive update on 2022 Homeless Point in Time Count
• Receive update from County on Project Homekey

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several items including a large grant application for water reclamation, contract amendments for software services, and infrastructure improvements. The agenda also includes authorization for various public works projects and professional service agreements.

• Authorization to apply for a grant up to $25,937,100 for the VenturaWaterPure Program
• Expansion of Westpark Skatepark using $1,990,000 in grant funds and $322,000 from Parks Capital Fund
• Contract increase with Versaterm, Inc. to a new total not-to-exceed amount of $1,336,842
• Construction contract with Toro Enterprises, Inc. for Sidewalk and ADA Ramp Improvements in the amount of $308,180.50
• Professional services agreement with Waterways Consulting, Inc. for Ventura River Fish Passage Improvements up to $109,025

The City Council approved an amendment to the City Manager's employment agreement, increasing severance pay from nine to twelve months and granting a two percent merit salary increase, along with a revised salary resolution. The council also introduced ordinances to adopt new district boundaries and create a separate Information Technology Department, both set for second reading on March 21, 2022. All consent items were approved, including grants for the VenturaWaterPure program and skatepark expansion.

• Approved City Manager contract amendment with increased severance and 2% merit raise (6-1, Johnson no)
• Introduced ordinance adopting new council district map (unanimous)
• Introduced ordinance creating separate Information Technology Department (unanimous)
• Approved consent items including $25.9M grant application for VenturaWaterPure
• Approved $1.99M grant and $322K for Westpark skatepark expansion
• Approved $308,180.50 sidewalk and ADA ramp construction contract with Toro Enterprises
• Approved $99,025 fish passage design services agreement with Waterways Consulting
• Approved $294,750 amendment for Neptune 360 data platform with Ferguson Enterprises

Director's Hearing (Administrative Hearing)

The Director's Hearing will review requests for alcohol use permits at Pacific View Mall and Market Street, as well as a use permit for an MRI trailer at a veterinary clinic. Staff recommends approval of all presented items with conditions.

• Alcohol Use Permit for Target at 245 South Mills Road
• Alcohol Use Permit for Trois Le Fou at 4522 Market Street to add an on-site tasting room
• Use Permit and Minor Change for VMSG Veterinary Group at 2199 Sperry Avenue regarding an MRI trailer
• Approval of the February 10, 2022, Administrative Public Hearing minutes

The Director's Hearing approved three alcohol-related permits and one use permit. The Target alcohol use permit, Trois Le Fou tasting room, and VMSG Veterinary Group MRI trailer were all approved as conditioned. The February 10 meeting minutes were continued to the next hearing.

• Approved Target alcohol use permit at 245 South Mills Road, as conditioned
• Approved Trois Le Fou alcohol use permit at 4522 Market Street, as conditioned
• Approved VMSG Veterinary Group use permit and minor change at 2199 Sperry Avenue, as conditioned
• Continued approval of February 10, 2022 meeting minutes to next hearing

Planning Commission

The Ventura Planning Commission will reconsider its February 9, 2022 vote on the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance (PROJ-15392), which updates municipal code Division 25. The commission may suspend timing rules, reconsider the original motion, or consider substitute motions. Staff recommends approving the ordinance with minor changes discussed previously.

• Reconsideration of Inclusionary Housing Ordinance (PROJ-15392)
• Municipal Code Text Amendments to Division 25 (Interim Inclusionary Housing Program)
• Staff recommendation to approve ordinance with minor changes from Feb 9, 2022
• CEQA exemption under State CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3)
• Meeting held via teleconference (WebEx) per AB 361; no physical public attendance

The Planning Commission voted 5-2 to recommend the City Council approve the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance with amendments, including adding in-lieu fee recommendations and minor text changes. The commission also voted 6-1 to suspend timing rules and reconsider the original February 9, 2022 motion. A substitute motion to send the item back for further analysis was not approved.

• Suspended timing rules for reconsideration (6-1)
• Reconsidered original motion from February 9, 2022 (6-1)
• Approved substitute motion to recommend ordinance with amendments (5-2)
• Denied substitute motion to return to Planning Commission for further analysis

Water Commission

The Ventura Water Commission will review and make advisory recommendations on water rates, infrastructure projects, and water supply options. Key items include recommending approval of the 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Program water and wastewater workplans, and a multi-year transfer of the city's State Water Project allocation with San Gorgonio Pass Water Agency. The commission will also receive updates on the Estuary Protection Fund closeout, the 2022 Comprehensive Water Resources Report, and the State Water Interconnection Project.

• Recommendation to City Council to approve 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Program water and wastewater workplans
• Multi-year transfer of State Water Project Table A Allocation with San Gorgonio Pass Water Agency
• Closeout update on Estuary Protection Fund (Fund 75)
• Discussion on 2022 Comprehensive Water Resources Report
• Update on State Water Interconnection Project

The Water Commission recommended City Council authorize a multi-year transfer of the City's State Water Project Table A Allocation with SGPWA, voting 5-1. It also recommended approval of the Water and Wastewater Workplans for the Proposed Capital Improvement Program for Fiscal Years 2023-2027, voting 6-0. The commission approved the January 25, 2022 minutes (5-0, 1 abstain) and elected Commissioner Brager as the VenturaWaterPure Ad Hoc Committee representative (5-0, 1 abstain).

• Approved January 25, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Elected Commissioner Brager to VenturaWaterPure Ad Hoc Committee (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Recommended multi-year State Water Project Table A Allocation transfer with SGPWA (5-1)
• Recommended approval of Water and Wastewater Workplans for 2023-2027 CIP (6-0)

Parking Advisory Committee

The regular meeting of the Downtown Parking Advisory Committee scheduled for February 17, 2022, has been canceled.

Historic Preservation Committee

The regular meeting of the San Buenaventura Historic Preservation Committee scheduled for February 17, 2022, was cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for March 03, 2022.

City Council

This is a special closed-session meeting where the City Council will discuss labor negotiations with the unrepresented City Manager and conduct a performance evaluation for the City Manager. The public may attend virtually and comment only on closed-session items, but the session itself is not broadcast or recorded.

• Conference with labor negotiators regarding City Manager (unrepresented employee)
• Public employee performance evaluation for City Manager
• Meeting held by teleconference per AB 361; no physical public attendance
• Public comments accepted via email or Webex before/during closed session

Design Review Committee

The Design Review Committee is meeting via teleconference to consider one formal item: a Major Design Review for a new 13,609 square foot multi-tenant industrial building at 1771 Donlon Road. The committee will also consider approving the January 19, 2021 meeting minutes. The meeting is being held remotely under AB 361, with no physical public attendance location.

• PROJ-15095: Major Design Review for new 13,609 sq ft multi-tenant industrial building at 1771 Donlon Road
• Planned Development Permit in Manufacturing Planned Development (MPD) zoning district
• Approval of January 19, 2021 meeting minutes

General Plan Advisory Committee

The General Plan Advisory Committee will discuss the citywide framework for future growth and conservation. The meeting includes a presentation on area-specific visions and a discussion regarding revised vision, core values, and strategies.

• Review of existing land use regulations
• Discussion on citywide framework for growth and conservation
• Presentation on overall land use direction and best practices
• Discussion of revised draft Vision, Core Values and Strategies

The General Plan Advisory Committee (GPAC) held its 11th meeting to discuss a draft Citywide Framework for future growth and conservation and land use direction for various 'Areas of Discussion.' No formal decisions were made; the meeting was for discussion and feedback. The committee did not have time to review the revised Vision, Core Values, and Strategies, which was deferred to email feedback.

• No formal decisions were made at the meeting; it was a discussion and feedback session.
• The GPAC reviewed a draft Citywide Framework and provided feedback on its components.
• The GPAC discussed land use recommendations for eight Areas of Discussion, including Downtown, Westside, Midtown Corridors, Five Points/Loma Vista, Telegraph, Victoria, Johnson Corridor/Metrolink, and Arundell/North Bank.
• The review of the revised Vision, Core Values, and Strategies was deferred due to time constraints; members were asked to submit feedback via email.
• Zoom polls were conducted to gauge comfort with the Framework and area recommendations, with results showing general comfort but not formal votes.

Director's Hearing (Administrative Hearing)

The Director's Hearing is considering a major design review for an industrial warehouse and a minor variance for signage at the Veterans Clinic. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the January 13, 2021, meeting.

• Minor Variance for Veterans Clinic at 5250 Ralston Street to install wall-mounted and monument signs
• Major Design Review for a new 28,250 square foot industrial warehouse north of 2807 Palma Drive
• Approval of the January 13, 2021, Administrative Public Hearing minutes

The Director's Hearing approved two items: a minor variance for wall-mounted and monument signs at the Veterans Clinic at 5250 Ralston Street, and a major design review for a new 28,250-square-foot industrial warehouse north of 2807 Palma Drive. Both approvals were conditioned as presented, with no public comments or emails received. The meeting was procedural and adjourned at 6:24 p.m.

• Approved January 13, 2022 meeting minutes as presented
• Approved PROJ-15316 Veterans Clinic minor variance for signs at 5250 Ralston Street, as conditioned
• Approved PROJ-14893 Palma Industrial major design review for warehouse north of 2807 Palma Drive, as conditioned

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to discuss agenda items, including a review of the City's tree removal protocols and procedures. Public comments submitted before the meeting raise concerns about the potential removal of Ficus trees on San Clemente Street and request changes to the protocol, as well as a proposal for public access terminals at community parks. The agenda itself is largely procedural, with the substantive discussion centered on these public communications.

• Review of City Tree Removal Protocols and Procedures (agenda item 2)
• Public comment from Camille Scott requesting change to tree removal protocol to protect San Clemente canopy
• Public comment from Daniel Hulst opposing removal of Ficus trees on San Clemente Street, seeking collaboration
• Public comment from Trevor Gotsman requesting public access terminals at community parks for remote meeting participation

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a regular meeting by teleconference, with public comment accepted electronically. The main agenda items are a presentation on the Camino Real Tennis Courts, approval of the January 26, 2022 special meeting minutes, and an informational overview of the City's tree removal protocols and procedures.

• Special presentation on Camino Real Tennis Courts by resident Scott Powers
• Approval of special meeting minutes from January 26, 2022
• Informational item: City tree removal protocols and procedures

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission voted 4-3 to recommend the City Council adopt a revised Inclusionary Housing Ordinance (PROJ-15392), replacing Division 25 in its entirety. The recommendation includes amendments to in-lieu fees, compliance timelines, and section numbering. The Commission also unanimously approved a rooftop deck exception for a residence at 263 South Pacific Avenue and approved prior meeting minutes with minor corrections.

• Recommended Inclusionary Housing Ordinance amendments to City Council (4-3)
• Approved rooftop deck exception at 263 South Pacific Avenue (7-0)
• Approved January 12 and January 26, 2022 meeting minutes with amendments (7-0)

Arts & Culture Commission

The February 8, 2022 meeting of the Arts & Culture Commission is cancelled. The next scheduled meeting is March 8, 2022 at 5:30 pm. No business items are listed for this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding preferred draft redistricting maps and a request to designate the George Zander Men’s Clothing Store as a historic landmark. The agenda also includes several consent items related to professional service agreements and local emergency extensions.

• Public hearing on preferred draft City Council redistricting maps
• Historic landmark designation for George Zander Men’s Clothing Store at 384 East Main Street
• $500,000 budget appropriation for Fire Facilities Improvements (Project 93109)
• $30,000 amendment to Michael Baker International contract for Olivas Park Drive roadway project
• Resolution to extend the local emergency until May 7, 2022

The Ventura City Council approved the 2022-2023 City Council Goals, adopted a revised council redistricting map (the CAUSE map) for the November 2022 election, and approved an employment agreement for Interim City Attorney Andy Heglund. The council also designated the George Zander Men's Clothing Store as a historic landmark, authorized a Local Coastal Program amendment submittal, and adopted a policy opposing logging on Mount Pinos and Pine Mountain. All consent items, including several contract amendments and resolutions, were approved unanimously.

• Adopted 2022-2023 City Council Goals (5-1, Johnson no)
• Approved revised CAUSE redistricting map for adoption Feb 28 (all ayes)
• Designated George Zander Men's Clothing Store at 384 E Main St as historic landmark (all ayes)
• Authorized submittal of Local Coastal Program amendment to Coastal Commission (all ayes)
• Approved employment agreement for Interim City Attorney Andy Heglund (all ayes)
• Adopted policy opposing Pine Mountain-Reyes Peak Fuel Reduction Project (6-0-1, Friedman abstain)
• Adopted Progress Initiative with equity consideration amendment (all ayes)
• Approved consent items including $30,000 amendment to Olivas Park Drive design contract (all ayes)

Historic Preservation Committee

The February 3, 2022 regular meeting of the Historic Preservation Committee has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is February 17, 2022. The agenda contains only the cancellation notice and no substantive items.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for February 17, 2022

Measure O Citizens Oversight Committee

The Measure O Citizens Oversight Committee is meeting virtually to approve prior meeting minutes and receive updates on the FY 2021-2022 annual audit, Measure O finances, mid-year departmental updates, and the granting sub-committee. The meeting is held by teleconference only, with no in-person attendance.

• Approve minutes from November 2, 2021 regular meeting
• FY 2021-2022 Annual Audit Report
• Measure O Financial Update
• Mid-Year Departmental Updates
• Update from Measure O Granting Sub-Committee

City Council

The Ventura City Council is holding a special meeting with a closed session on labor negotiations with the City Manager, followed by a public hearing to consider adopting the Sixth Cycle Housing Element (2021-2029). The council will vote on a resolution to approve a General Plan Amendment updating the Housing Element and Technical Background Report, along with an addendum to the 2005 General Plan EIR. The meeting is fully virtual due to COVID-19, with no in-person attendance.

• Public hearing on Sixth Cycle Housing Element (2021-2029)
• Resolution to approve General Plan Amendment updating Housing Element
• Addendum to 2005 General Plan Final Environmental Impact Report
• Closed session on labor negotiations with City Manager (unrepresented employee)

The City Council held a public hearing and approved an addendum to the 2005 General Plan Final Environmental Impact Report, and adopted Resolution No. 2022-004 approving a General Plan Amendment to update the Housing Element and Technical Background Report. The motion included amendments from the Planning Commission, such as adding objectives on tenant protection and homelessness, removing 6205 Ventura Boulevard from the Sites Inventory, and adding an objective to consider rezoning that property. The vote was 6-1, with Councilmember Johnson dissenting.

• Approved addendum to 2005 General Plan Final EIR for Housing Element update
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-004 approving General Plan Amendment to update Housing Element (6-1)
• Amended Objective 32.2 to hold public hearings on tenant protection policies by early 2023
• Added Objective 17.6 for Planning Commission review of homelessness program by end of 2024
• Removed 6205 Ventura Boulevard from Sites Inventory and added Objective 14.7 to consider rezoning to 60 units/acre by end of 2022
• Changed Objective 25.2 to an annual stakeholder meeting

City Council

The Ventura City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct the third session of their 2022-2023 goal setting. The purpose of this item is to provide staff with direction and input to prepare a final list of goals for adoption.

• 2022-2023 City Council Goal Setting Session #3

The City Council held a goal-setting session and provided direction on the 2022-2023 Council Goals, focusing on economic development, fiscal policies, compensation, housing, broadband, and continuing existing priorities. No formal votes were taken; staff will return with a final goals list for adoption.

• Directed focus on economic development strategy and Johnson corridor/gateway entrance
• Directed revision of long-term fiscal policies
• Directed revision of compensation policy based on classification study
• Directed implementation of Housing Element objectives
• Directed pursuit of pro-housing designation by end of 2023
• Directed improvement of citywide broadband and SiFi agreement in March
• Continued focus on existing goals (VenturaWaterPure, Main Street Moves, etc.)

Director's Hearing (Administrative Hearing)

This agenda is a notice of cancellation for the January 27, 2022 Director's Hearing. The meeting was cancelled, and the next regular meeting is scheduled for February 10, 2022. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled for January 27, 2022 at 6:00 PM
• Next regular meeting set for February 10, 2022

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission is holding a special teleconference meeting to handle routine administrative business: approving December 2021 minutes, electing a Chair and Vice Chair for 2022, approving the 2022 meeting calendar, and appointing two members to the Tree Advisory Ad-Hoc Committee. The agenda also includes a presentation on the Brown Act by the Assistant City Attorney. No substantive policy decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair for 2022
• Approval of 2022 meeting calendar (no meetings in August and December)
• Appointment of two members to Tree Advisory Ad-Hoc Committee
• Brown Act presentation by Assistant City Attorney Megan Lorenzen
• Meeting held by teleconference only per AB 361

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission approved the Orne Residence project at 167 N. Garden Street, including a design review, coastal development permit, exceptions, and warrant, with a 7-0 vote. The commission also continued the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance to the February 9, 2022 meeting, and approved the January 12, 2022 meeting minutes.

• Approved Orne Residence design review, coastal development permit, exceptions, and warrant (7-0)
• Continued Inclusionary Housing Ordinance to February 9, 2022 meeting (7-0)
• Approved January 12, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)

Water Commission

The Ventura Water Commission will consider recommending that the City Council authorize a multi-year transfer of the city's State Water Project Table A Allocation to the San Gorgonio Pass Water Agency. The commission will also review the proposed 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Program, receive a financial update for the second quarter of fiscal year 2021-2022, and hear an update on the State Water Interconnection Project. The meeting will be held virtually due to AB 361, with no in-person attendance.

• Recommendation to authorize multi-year transfer of State Water Project Table A Allocation to San Gorgonio Pass Water Agency
• Review of Proposed Capital Improvement Program for Fiscal Years 2023-2027
• Fiscal Year 2021-2022 2nd Quarter Financial Update for Ventura Water Operating Program and Water/Wastewater Enterprise Funds
• Update on State Water Interconnection Project
• Election of Commission Chair and Vice Chair for 2022

The Water Commission elected Commissioner Mulligan as Chair and Commissioner McCombs as Vice-Chair for 2022, both by 6-0 votes. It approved the November 30, 2021 minutes with a wording change, and discussed several items without voting, including the tentative schedule, Brown Act presentation, State Water Long Term Agreement, and Capital Improvement Program review. The State Water Long Term Agreement was tabled for future discussion.

• Elected Commissioner Mulligan as Chair (6-0)
• Elected Commissioner McCombs as Vice-Chair (6-0)
• Approved November 30, 2021 minutes with wording change (6-0)
• Approved agenda reordering to move Item 6 before Item 4 (6-0)
• Tabled State Water Long Term Agreement for future meeting

City Council

The Ventura City Council will hold a regular meeting with a closed session first. The main formal items are receiving the fiscal year 2020-21 audit and financial reports, and the first budget workshop for fiscal year 2022-23, which includes a mid-year financial update and a 5-year forecast. The consent calendar includes several contracts, grants, and budget adjustments.

• Approve $100,000 amendment to legal services agreement with Best, Best & Krieger
• Authorize $7,637,360 grant application for 13 firefighter paramedics
• Accept $20,000 ABC grant for police
• Increase budget by $554,000 for fire station alerting system upgrade
• Approve $144,927 agreement with Raftelis for water financial plan support

The Ventura City Council approved most consent items, including a $7.6M firefighter grant application, a $20,000 ABC grant, and several contract amendments, but continued the 2022-2023 Legislative Platform to a future date. They also received the FY 2020-2021 audit, approved a budget workshop item adding a new HR analyst position, and received the proposed FY 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Program.

• Approved consent items except 9C, 9F, 9H (all ayes)
• Continued 2022-2023 Legislative Platform to future date (all ayes)
• Approved $7,637,360 SAFER grant application for 13 firefighter paramedics (all ayes)
• Approved $20,000 ABC grant (Resolution 2022-003)
• Approved amended sidewalk repair budget focusing on pedestrian safety (all ayes)
• Approved $554,000 for Fire Station Alerting System Upgrade (all ayes)
• Approved FY 2020-2021 audit and Measure O financial reports (received)
• Approved adding 1.0 FTE Human Resources Analyst position (all ayes)

City Council

The City Council will consider the finalized Fiscal Year 2020-2021 audit and accompanying financial reports. The independent auditor issued unmodified "clean" opinions, indicating the financial data is fairly presented and materially correct, with no adverse findings in the City or Measure O audits.

• Fiscal year ended June 30, 2021 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR)
• Independent Auditors' Report on Internal Control Over Financial Reporting and On Compliance
• Independent Auditors' Letter Regarding Significant Audit Findings
• Measure O Transaction and Use Tax Special Revenue Fund Financial Statements

Historic Preservation Committee

The Historic Preservation Committee's regular meeting scheduled for January 20, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 3, 2022. No business items are on the agenda.

• Meeting cancelled by Assistant Community Development Director Neda Zayer

Parking Advisory Committee

The Downtown Parking Advisory Committee will consider a staff recommendation to raise on-street parking fees on Fir, Chestnut, Oak, and Palm Streets from $0.50 to $1.00 per hour, restore Main and California Streets to $1.00 per hour, and extend paid hours from 10 a.m.-9 p.m. to 10 a.m.-11 p.m. The committee will also receive updates on parking utilization, budget forecasts, and various projects. The meeting is held virtually under AB 361.

• Proposed fee increase: Fir, Chestnut, Oak, Palm Streets from $0.50 to $1.00/hour; Main and California Streets return to $1.00/hour
• Proposed extension of paid parking hours from 10 a.m.-9 p.m. to 10 a.m.-11 p.m.
• Parking study presentation and fee recommendation (Item 2)
• Monthly parking utilization and budget update (Item 3)
• Parking structure top 3 levels to be shut down for fencing; project bid out

Design Review Committee

The Design Review Committee will hold a virtual meeting to consider a major design review for a proposed 28,250 square foot industrial warehouse at 2807 Palma Drive, and to elect a chair and vice chair for 2022. The committee will also approve minutes from previous meetings. Public comment can be submitted electronically.

• PROJ-14893: Major Design Review for 28,250 sq ft industrial warehouse on 1.05-acre site, M-2 zone, north of 2807 Palma Drive
• Election of Design Review Committee Chair and Vice Chair for 2022
• Approval of October 20, 2021 and December 15, 2021 meeting minutes

The Design Review Committee approved the minutes from October and December 2021, and elected Albert Antelman as Chair and William Growdon as Vice Chair for 2022. The committee also recommended that the Director approve the Major Design Review for a 28,250 square foot industrial warehouse at Palma Industrial, with a 2-1 vote, despite the staff recommendation for additional design enhancements.

• Approved October 20, 2021 and December 15, 2021 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Elected Albert Antelman as Chair and William Growdon as Vice Chair for 2022 (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Major Design Review for Palma Industrial warehouse (2-1)

General Plan Advisory Committee

The General Plan Advisory Committee (GPAC) will hold its 10th meeting to review and discuss the revised Vision Statement, Core Values, and Strategies, as well as the draft Areas of Discussion map. They will also discuss existing land use regulations that shape the current vision for each area of the city. The meeting is a working session with no final decisions expected.

• Review of revised Vision, Core Values, and Strategies
• Discussion and finalization of the Areas of Discussion map
• Presentation on current land use regulations for Areas of Discussion
• Community engagement update

The General Plan Advisory Committee held its 10th meeting to review the revised Vision Statement, Core Values, and Strategies, and the updated Areas of Discussion map. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was for discussion and feedback. The committee agreed the map is ready for the alternatives phase, and members provided extensive comments on the vision and strategies.

• Agreed Areas of Discussion map is ready for alternatives phase
• No formal votes or decisions taken during the meeting

Director's Hearing (Administrative Hearing)

The Director's Hearing will consider two formal items: an Alcohol Use Permit for a wine tasting room at 1591 Spinnaker Drive and a tentative parcel map to subdivide a 2.45-acre site at 3850 E. Main Street into three lots. The meeting will be held virtually via WebEx due to AB 361, with no physical location for public attendance. Public comments can be submitted by email or made live during the meeting.

• Alcohol Use Permit (Type 02) for wine tasting room at 1591 Spinnaker Drive, 1,312 sq ft, Harbor Commercial zone
• Tentative Parcel Map to subdivide two lots into three at 3850 E. Main Street, General Commercial (C-2) zone
• Both projects are categorically exempt from CEQA (Class 1 and Class 15)
• Approval of December 9, 2021 meeting minutes (consent item)
• Meeting held by teleconference only; no physical public attendance

The Director's Hearing approved two items: an Alcohol Use Permit for Deep Sea Wine at 1591 Spinnaker Drive, allowing on- and off-site wine sales, and a Tentative Parcel Map to subdivide two lots into three at 3850 E. Main Street. Both approvals were made as presented and conditioned. The meeting minutes from December 9, 2021, were also approved. No public comments were made.

• Approved December 9, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approved Alcohol Use Permit for Deep Sea Wine at 1591 Spinnaker Drive (as conditioned)
• Approved Tentative Parcel Map at 3850 E. Main Street to subdivide two lots into three (as conditioned)

Appointments Recommendation Committee

The Appointments Recommendation Committee is meeting to conduct an interview and make a recommendation for a tenant member of the San Buenaventura Housing Authority Board. The committee will also consider the approval of minutes from the September 27, 2021 meeting.

• Interview and recommendation for San Buenaventura Housing Authority Board Tenant Member
• Approval of September 27, 2021 meeting minutes

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a regular teleconference meeting to elect a Chair and Vice Chair for 2022, approve the 2022 meeting calendar, and appoint two members to the Tree Advisory Ad-Hoc Committee. The agenda also includes approval of the December 8, 2021 minutes and a presentation on the Brown Act. Public participation is available electronically only.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair for 2022
• Approval of 2022 meeting calendar (no meetings in August and December)
• Appointment of two members to Tree Advisory Ad-Hoc Committee for one year
• Approval of December 8, 2021 meeting minutes
• Brown Act presentation by Assistant City Attorney Megan Lorenzen

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to receive public comments and discuss agenda items. Two public comments were submitted: one requesting more off-leash dog areas in local parks, and another addressing the deteriorated condition of the tennis courts at Camino Real Park, with a letter from the Ventura Tennis Club urging reconstruction. No formal action items are listed on the agenda.

• Public comment requesting off-leash dog areas at parks like Arroyo Verde, Harry A Lyon, and West Park
• Public comment and letter about tennis court conditions at Camino Real Park, with estimated repair cost of $1M-$1.5M
• Letter from Ventura Tennis Club proposing new courts and pickleball additions, possibly using ARPA funds

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for January 12, 2022, is cancelled because of technical difficulties. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting. The agenda is a cancellation notice only, with no substantive business on the docket.

• Meeting cancelled due to technical difficulties

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission voted 6-1 to recommend the City Council adopt the 6th Cycle 2021-2029 Housing Element with amendments, including modifications to Programs 24, 25, and 29. A separate motion to keep Program 25, Objective 25.1 unchanged failed 5-2. The item will be considered by the City Council on January 31, 2022.

• Approved consent minutes for Oct 27, Nov 3, Nov 17, Dec 8 2021, with amendment to Dec 8 roll call (7-0)
• Elected David Comden as Chair for 2022 (7-0)
• Elected Jenny Lagerquist as Vice-Chair for 2022 (7-0)
• Motion to keep Program 25, Objective 25.1 unchanged failed (5-2)
• Recommended City Council adopt 6th Cycle Housing Element with amendments (6-1)

Arts & Culture Commission

The Ventura Arts & Culture Commission is meeting virtually to handle routine business: approving minutes, electing a Chair and Vice Chair for 2022, approving the 2022 meeting calendar, selecting a commissioner for the grant peer review panel, and deciding point values for the 2022 Cultural Funding Grant Program application. Public comment is available electronically.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair for 2022
• Approval of 2022 meeting dates (Feb 8, Mar 8, Apr 12, May 10, Jun 8, Jul 12, Aug 9, Sep 13, Oct 11, Nov 8)
• Selection of one commissioner for 2022 Cultural Funding Grant Program peer review panel
• Approval of weighted criteria point values for 2022 Cultural Funding Grant Program application
• Approval of November 9, 2021 meeting minutes

Finance, Audit & Budget Committee

The Finance, Audit & Budget Committee will review the Fiscal Year 2020-21 financial audit, including the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and related auditor letters, and preview the upcoming budget workshop with a financial update and 5-year General Fund forecast. The meeting is held virtually per AB 361, with no in-person attendance.

• Approve minutes from October 19, 2021 special meeting
• Review FY 2020-21 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR)
• Review Independent Auditors' Report on Internal Control and Compliance
• Review Measure O Transaction and Use Tax Special Revenue Fund financial statements
• Preview Budget Workshop #1: FY 2021-22 financial update and 5-year General Fund forecast

City Council

The Ventura City Council will hold public hearings on draft council redistricting maps and proposed changes to Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) regulations. They will also consider consent items including a resolution to continue remote meetings and acceptance of a $653,271 state grant for emergency preparedness and homeless services.

• Public hearing on draft council redistricting maps based on 2020 Census data
• First reading of ordinance amending ADU regulations (Division 24)
• Resolution to continue remote meetings under AB 361
• Accept $653,271 CDBG-Mitigation grant for emergency evacuation plan, response cache, and homeless services
• Approve minutes from multiple 2021 meetings

The City Council held a public hearing on draft redistricting maps and selected the CAUSE map as its preferred map, with adjustments to Districts 4 and 5 to keep current councilmembers in their districts. The council also approved the first reading of an ordinance amending Accessory Dwelling Unit regulations, and approved several consent items including a resolution to continue remote meetings and acceptance of a $653,271 CDBG-Mitigation grant.

• Selected CAUSE map for council redistricting with adjustments to Districts 4 and 5 (all ayes)
• Approved first reading of ADU ordinance amendment (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-001 to continue remote meetings under AB 361 (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-002 accepting $653,271 CDBG-Mitigation grant (all ayes)
• Approved minutes for multiple past meetings (all ayes)

Historic Preservation Committee

The City of Ventura Historic Preservation Committee's regular meeting scheduled for January 6, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is January 20, 2022. This agenda contains only a cancellation notice and no business items.

• Cancellation of January 6, 2022, 6:00 PM meeting
• Next meeting scheduled for January 20, 2022

Design Review Committee

This meeting of the Ventura Design Review Committee has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 19, 2022. No items will be discussed or decided at this cancelled meeting.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting: January 19, 2022