San Buenaventura (Ventura) public meetings in 2023

Water Commission

The Ventura Water Commission's December 26, 2023 meeting is canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 22, 2024.

• Meeting of December 26, 2023 canceled
• Next meeting: January 22, 2024 at 5:30pm

Director's Hearing (Administrative Hearing)

The December 21, 2023 Director's Hearing (Administrative Hearing) for the City of San Buenaventura has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be held on January 25, 2024.

• Meeting cancelled; no items were considered

Parking Advisory Committee

The regular December 21, 2023 meeting of the Downtown Parking Advisory Committee has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 18, 2024, at 3:00. The agenda contains only the cancellation notice and standard accessibility information.

• Meeting canceled
• Next meeting January 18, 2024, at 3:00

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission's regular meeting scheduled for December 20, 2023 has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for January 24, 2024.

• Meeting cancellation

Economic Development Subcommittee

The December 19, 2023 regular meeting of the Economic Development Subcommittee has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is January 16, 2024.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting January 16, 2024

General Plan Advisory Committee

The December 19, 2023 regular meeting of the City of San Buenaventura General Plan Advisory Committee (GPAC) has been cancelled. The notice, signed by Interim Community Development Director Neda Zayer, states the next regular GPAC meeting is scheduled for a date to be determined. No agenda items or business items are listed for this meeting.

• Regular GPAC meeting of December 19, 2023 cancelled
• Next regular GPAC meeting scheduled for TBD

Housing and Homelessness Subcommittee

The regular meeting of the HOPE & Solutions Subcommittee scheduled for December 19, 2023, has been cancelled. The notice was posted on December 13, 2023, by Assistant City Clerk Gail Davis. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled

City Council

The Ventura City Council will hold a closed session on labor negotiations and litigation, then an open meeting with consent items, public hearings, and formal items. Key actions include adding an interim Fire Station 7 to the capital plan with a $4.9 million budget increase, and a policy resolution supporting Medicare for All expansion.

• Interim Fire Station 7 project added to FY 24-28 CIP with $4,916,391 appropriation
• Resolution supporting Medicare for All expansion and improvement
• Public hearing on vacating alley north of Thompson Blvd between S. Ann and S. Hemlock Sts
• Appeal of Planning Commission approval for 3,741 sq ft home at 1153 Bath Lane (Guthrie Residence)
• Contract with Aon Risk Insurance for VenturaWaterPure project, up to $825,000

City Council

The Ventura City Council will hold a regular meeting with a closed session on labor negotiations and litigation. In open session, they will consider consent items, public hearings, and formal items, including a significant budget amendment for an interim fire station and a policy resolution supporting Medicare for All.

• Approve $4,916,391 for Interim Fire Station No. 7, funded by transfers from Developer Improvement Fund ($1,765,600) and General Fund ($3,120,971)
• Public hearing on appeal of Planning Commission approval for a 3,741 sq ft home at 1153 Bath Lane (PROJ-14939)
• Public hearing to vacate a portion of public alley north of Thompson Boulevard between South Ann and South Hemlock Streets
• Authorize $825,000 contract with Aon for insurance broker services for VenturaWaterPure and Membrane Bioreactor/UV projects
• Consider resolution supporting Expanded and Improved Medicare for All

Historic Preservation Committee

The regular meeting of the City of San Buenaventura Historic Preservation Committee scheduled for December 14, 2023, has been cancelled. No alternative date or agenda items were provided in the notice.

Design Review Committee

The December 13, 2023 regular meeting of the Design Review Committee has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided. The next meeting date is to be determined.

Parks & Recreation Commission

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Parks & Recreation Commission for December 13, 2023, was cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.

Appointments Recommendation Committee

The Appointments Recommendation Committee will review proposed amendments to the City Council Protocols, as directed by the City Council on July 24, 2023. The committee will provide feedback on the proposed changes, which include a draft Council Harassment Policy and other protocol updates. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from several prior special meetings.

• Approval of minutes from six special meetings in 2023
• Review of City Council Protocols and proposed amendments
• Discussion of draft Council Harassment Policy
• Discussion of draft Legislative Item Process

City Council

The Ventura City Council will hold a closed session on litigation, then a regular meeting to consider consent items including a $760,850 contract for storm damage repairs to the Ventura Pier, purchase of 11 police patrol vehicles, and a water rate memorandum. They will also hold a public hearing to adopt the city's first Active Transportation Plan, and discuss formal items such as campaign contribution limits, a CalPERS contract amendment, and ADA improvements to City Hall.

• Purchase order with Cushman Contracting Corporation for $760,850 (up to $836,850 with contingency) for Ventura Pier storm damage repairs
• Purchase of 11 Dodge Durango police patrol vehicles from National Auto Fleet Group for up to $581,772 (total $606,772 with contingency)
• Public hearing to adopt the first Active Transportation Plan, promoting walking and biking networks
• Adopt $50,000 expenditure limit and $400/$200 contribution limits for 2024 general election candidates
• First reading of ordinance to amend CalPERS contract for sworn police members; second reading set for Jan 9, 2024

City Council

The Ventura City Council will hold a public hearing to consider adopting the city's first Active Transportation Plan, which aims to improve walking and biking networks. The council will also set campaign contribution and expenditure limits for the 2024 election, approve several consent items including a $760,850 pier repair contract and purchase of police vehicles, and discuss updates on city facilities and ADA improvements.

• Adopt Active Transportation Plan (public hearing)
• Set 2024 election expenditure ceiling of $50,000 and contribution limits of $400/$200
• Approve $760,850 purchase order for Ventura Pier storm damage repairs
• Approve $581,772 purchase of 11 Dodge Durango police patrol vehicles
• Approve $459,779 for Avenue Treatment Plant membrane replacement

Director's Hearing (Administrative Hearing)

The Director's Hearing will decide on several administrative items, including alcohol use permits, a minor variance, design reviews, a coastal development permit, and a use permit amendment. All items are on the consent agenda and are recommended for approval as conditioned. The hearing is a public meeting where residents can comment on any item.

• Alcohol Use Permit for Moby on Main, 369 East Main St (Type 40, on-site beer)
• Alcohol Use Permit for Trois le Fou, 4522 Market St (Type 02, winegrower expansion)
• Minor Variance at 1684 Poli St to reduce parking for a garage addition
• Major Design Review at 278 East Main St for restaurant facade changes
• Coastal Development Permit at 2965 Surfrider Ave for a home addition and roof deck

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing proposed changes to the San Buenaventura Municipal Code regarding the Housing Element Program. The items include establishing regulations for low barrier navigation centers and amending parking requirements for emergency shelters.

• Ordinance Amendment (PROJ-23-0449) to modify Title 24 and Title 25 of the Municipal Code
• Establishment of regulations for low barrier navigation centers
• Amendment of parking requirements for emergency shelters
• Approval of the 2024 Hearing Calendar
• Approval of October 25, 2023, meeting minutes

Water Commission

The Ventura Water Commission will receive updates on outreach, conservation, and the VenturaWaterPure advanced water purification program. They will also select a commissioner to sit on the artist selection panel for the facility's art installation and adopt the 2024 regular meeting schedule.

• Select one commissioner to sit on the artist selection panel for the VenturaWaterPure Advanced Water Purification Facility art installation
• Receive update on VenturaWaterPure Program and Membrane Bioreactor/Ultraviolet Light Project
• Adopt 2024 regular meeting schedule (fourth Monday, no July or December meetings)
• Receive outreach and conservation program update

Economic Development Subcommittee

The Economic Development Subcommittee will meet to approve minutes and adopt its 2024 meeting calendar, then receive and discuss two draft documents: citywide parklet design guidelines and a five-year economic development strategy. No formal action will be taken on the information items.

• Approve minutes from September 19, 2023 meeting
• Adopt 2024 Economic Development Subcommittee meeting calendar
• Review draft Citywide Parklet Design Guidelines & Standards
• Review Ventura Vibrant Vision – Five-Year Economic Development Strategy draft report

Housing and Homelessness Subcommittee

The Housing and Homelessness Subcommittee (HOPES & Solutions) is meeting to approve minutes from its October 24, 2023 meeting and receive an update from the Patrol Task Force. No formal action is expected on the update, which is an information item. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with public comment periods and standard administrative items.

• Approval of minutes from October 24, 2023 regular meeting
• Patrol Task Force update (information item, no action)

General Plan Advisory Committee

The November 21, 2023 regular meeting of the City of San Buenaventura General Plan Advisory Committee (GPAC) has been cancelled. The next regular GPAC meeting is scheduled for December 19, 2023.

• Regular meeting cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for December 19, 2023

Parking Advisory Committee

The Downtown Parking Advisory Committee will meet to consider expanding mobile parking payment technology, receive a monthly parking utilization and budget update, and approve the October meeting minutes. The committee advises the City Council on parking management strategies, pricing, and operations for the Downtown Parking District.

• Expansion of Mobile Parking Payment Technology – 'The Open Market Approach' presentation
• Parking Management Program Monthly Utilization Update with budget revenue and utilization data
• Approval of minutes from October 19, 2023 regular meeting
• Main Street Moves Update from Chair Clerici
• Parking Program updates: Council presentation, meter maintenance, Beachfront Parking Structure, DPAC dark December

Historic Preservation Committee

The regular meeting of the City of San Buenaventura Historic Preservation Committee scheduled for November 16, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for December 14, 2023.

• Cancellation of the November 16, 2023, regular meeting

Design Review Committee

The November 15, 2023 regular meeting of the Design Review Committee has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is December 13, 2023.

Arts & Culture Commission

The Arts & Culture Commission is meeting to select artists for the VenturaWaterPure Advanced Water Purification Facility. The body will also review a design rendering for a public art utility box. These decisions determine how public art is integrated into city infrastructure.

• Selection of 4-5 artists for pre-concept proposals for the VenturaWaterPure Advanced Water Purification Facility
• Review and recommendation for a public art utility box design at S. Chestnut Street and Santa Clara Street

City Council

The Ventura City Council will consider consent items including contracts for water treatment equipment and a river trail improvement project, plus a public hearing on Mills Act contracts for two historic properties. Formal items include updates on undergrounding utilities, downtown parking, and the VenturaWaterPure project, with a request to seek up to $125 million in grants.

• Contract with Veolia WTS Systems USA for membrane bioreactor equipment, $5,761,557
• Contract with Trojan Technologies for UV disinfection equipment, $2,930,388
• Construction contract with Toro Enterprises for Ventura River Trail improvements, $3,635,660 (total up to $3,999,660)
• Public hearing on Mills Act contracts for Brown Busch House (10807 Telegraph Rd) and George Zander Men's Clothing Store (384 E Main St)
• Authorize application for up to $125,000,000 in grants for VenturaWaterPure and wastewater treatment project

City Council

The Ventura City Council will consider consent items including contracts for wastewater treatment equipment totaling over $8.6 million, a $3.6 million trail improvement contract, and a $228,000 storm drain contract. Formal items include updates on city-wide utility undergrounding, downtown parking, and the VenturaWaterPure program, with authorization to apply for up to $125 million in federal grants. The agenda also includes a public hearing on Mills Act contracts for two historic landmarks and closed session discussions on two lawsuits.

• Procurement agreements: $5,761,557 for membrane bioreactor equipment (Veolia) and $2,930,388 for UV disinfection equipment (Trojan Technologies)
• Construction contract with Toro Enterprises for $3,635,660 for Ventura River Trail Improvements
• Fourth amendment to storm drain on-call contract with Performance Pipeline Technologies, increasing by $228,145 to $528,145
• Public hearing on Mills Act contracts for Brown Busch House (10807 Telegraph Rd) and George Zander Men's Clothing Store (384 E Main St)
• Authorization to apply for up to $125,000,000 in federal grants for VenturaWaterPure and wastewater membrane bioreactor/UV project

Water Commission

The Ventura Water Commission will hold a special meeting to review and comment on a draft Memorandum of Understanding with Casitas Municipal Water District regarding water rates for calendar years 2024, 2025, and 2026. The Commission will then make a recommendation to the City Council. Note: The VenturaWaterPure project will not be discussed at this meeting.

• Draft MOU with Casitas Municipal Water District on water rates for 2024-2026
• Commission to review, comment, and make a recommendation to City Council
• VenturaWaterPure discussion postponed to November 28, 2023 regular meeting

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Commission will receive a presentation on the Capital Improvement Project workplan from Public Works. Members will also provide an update on the progress of the 2023 workplan and goals.

• Presentation of the Capital Improvement Project workplan by Sharon Gallant
• Update on the 2023 Parks and Recreation Commission workplan and goals
• Approval of October 11, 2023 special meeting minutes

Measure O Citizens Oversight Committee

The Measure O Citizens Oversight Committee will review and discuss a draft letter to the City Council recommending a granting program as part of the Measure O budget process. The committee will also consider approving minutes from a prior meeting and receive Brown Act training. A proposal to move chair and vice-chair elections to May is on the agenda, but staff recommends keeping elections in January per the Municipal Code.

• Review draft letter to City Council recommending a Measure O granting program
• Approve minutes from September 18, 2023 special meeting
• Receive Brown Act training presentation
• Discuss moving chair and vice-chair elections to May; staff recommends keeping January elections

City Council

The Ventura City Council will hold a special meeting on November 6, 2023, to consider consent items and formal agenda items. Key actions include approving a legal services amendment for groundwater litigation, a contract for municipal code services, and a memorandum of agreement with KB Home for a development at 2325 Vista Del Mar. The council will also receive updates on the Capital Improvement Program and discuss solar canopy locations at Community Park.

• Agreement with KB Home for 2325 Vista Del Mar (APN: 080-0-020-275) including $111,245 for a circulation study and $277,025 for CEQA documentation
• Amendment to legal services with Best, Best & Krieger for up to $150,000 for groundwater litigation (OPV Coalition v. Fox Canyon GMA)
• First amendment to contract with Code Publishing LLC adding $80,000 for municipal code services (new total $139,740)
• Increase of $2,367,814 for storm damage repairs from January 2023 severe weather
• Contract with Chen Ryan Associates for $4,205,324 for Santa Paula Branch Line Rails with Trails project

City Council

The Ventura City Council will hold a regular meeting with a closed session on litigation, followed by consent and formal items. Key actions include approving contracts, budget adjustments for storm damage repairs, and a formal item on a KB Home development agreement for 2325 Vista Del Mar, which includes funding for a circulation study and environmental review. The council will also receive updates on the Capital Improvement Program and solar canopy locations.

• Agreement with KB Home for 2325 Vista Del Mar (APN 080-0-020-275) including $111,245 for circulation study and $277,025 for CEQA environmental documentation
• Increase appropriations of $2,367,814 from General Fund Emergency Reserve for January 2023 storm damage repairs
• Amend legal services agreement with Best, Best & Krieger for Oxnard Plain groundwater litigation, adding $150,000
• Approve $4,205,324 professional services agreement with Chen Ryan Associates for Santa Paula Branch Line Rails with Trails Project
• Approve $443,398 for Fire Station 6 sewer line replacement with MTM Construction

Appointments Recommendation Committee

The Appointments Recommendation Committee will discuss and potentially act on a policy to hold City Council members accountable for harassing behavior toward city employees, as referred by the City Council. The committee will review proposed changes to the City Council protocols and consider recommendations from the City Attorney and City Clerk. This is a special meeting with one formal item.

• Policy consideration on consequences for harassment of city employees by council members
• Review of City Council protocols and optional amendments
• Discussion of recommendations from City Council meetings on June 26 and July 24, 2023

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss proposed amendments to the City Charter and review a report on improving streets, sidewalks, and bike lanes. The Council will also receive the first quarter financial report for Fiscal Year 2024.

• Discussion on improving streets, sidewalks, ADA ramps, and bike lanes
• Discussion workshop regarding proposed amendments to the City Charter
• Receipt of the Fiscal Year 2024 first quarter financial report

City Council

The Ventura City Council will hold a closed session on existing litigation, then a regular meeting with consent items and formal discussions. Key items include a first-quarter financial update, a report on improving streets, sidewalks, and bike paths, and a workshop on proposed city charter amendments for the November 2024 ballot.

• Closed session: Pacific Maritime Group, Inc. v. City of San Buenaventura (VCSC Case No. 2023CUWM010835)
• Fiscal Year 2024 First Quarter Financial Update (receive and file)
• Discussion on Council Goal to improve streets, sidewalks, ADA ramps, and bike paths
• City Charter Amendment Discussion Workshop 1 – direct staff on amendments for November 2024 election

Director's Hearing (Administrative Hearing)

The Director's Hearing will consider two formal items: a Major Design Review and Use Permit for a 113,926 sq ft self-storage facility at 5960 Valentine Road, and an Alcohol Use Permit, Minor Variance, and Minor Design Review for a wine tasting room at 339 North Ventura Avenue. The hearing will also approve minutes from previous meetings and continue an interim fire station item to a date uncertain.

• Citrus Self Storage: 113,926 sq ft self-storage facility with office and caretaker's unit at 5960 Valentine Road
• Municipal Winemakers: wine tasting room and ancillary storage at 339 North Ventura Avenue
• Interim Fire Station No. 7 at 2269 Alessandro Drive continued to a date uncertain
• Approval of August 24 and September 28, 2023 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is considering permits for new mobile homes at Stardust Mobile Home Estates and a new single-family home on Cornwall Lane. The commission will also consider continuing a design review for commercial remodeling on East Santa Clara Street.

• Planned Development Permit and variances for two new mobile homes at 11100 Telegraph Road
• Coastal Development Permit and variance to demolish and rebuild a home at 1217 Cornwall Lane
• Design Review for remodeling two buildings at 365 East Santa Clara Street

Water Commission

The Ventura Water Commission is meeting to receive updates on several water projects, including the Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) project, the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), the State Water Interconnection Project, and the VenturaWaterPure program. The commission will also select a member for an artist selection committee, elect a chair for the remainder of 2023, and discuss creating ad hoc committees. Public comment is invited.

• Update on Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) project and utility billing
• Status report on Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) water and wastewater projects
• Update on State Water Interconnection Project
• VenturaWaterPure program status update
• Select commissioner for artist selection committee for AWPF art installation

Housing and Homelessness Subcommittee

The Housing and Homelessness Subcommittee will consider three options for the Foul Weather Shelter Program, including changing activation thresholds and allocating $25,000 or $60,000 in funding. They will also discuss program updates, a homeless gaps assessment, and adjust the 2024 meeting calendar. The meeting includes public comment periods and informational updates from partner agencies.

• Foul Weather Shelter Program: choose activation at 40°F and 0.5 inch rain, or 45°F and 0.25 inch rain, or keep current 45°F/0.25 inch/15 mph windchill; funding options $25,000 or $60,000
• Homeless Gaps and Needs Assessment: receive report and discuss funding recommendations
• 2024 meeting calendar: consider changing to quarterly meetings
• December 2023 meeting date change from Dec 26 to Dec 19
• Updates from Housing Authority, Mercy House, and Patrol Task Force

City Council

The Ventura City Council will hold a special closed session on litigation, followed by a regular meeting with consent items and formal agenda items. Key decisions include adopting ordinances on height determinations and accessory dwelling units, approving a zero-interest loan for LED lighting upgrades, and applying for a drought resilience grant. The council will also continue discussions on the General Plan update, closed session minutes policy, and Spanish interpretation services.

• Ordinance extending height determination rules and Thomas Fire Rebuild Zone
• Ordinance amending ADU and Junior ADU regulations
• $172,444 zero-interest loan and $377,000 contract for LED lighting retrofit
• Up to $5,000,000 drought resilience grant application with $5,000,000 city match
• General Plan update: land use designations and preferred land use map

City Council

The Ventura City Council will consider endorsing the draft Land Use Designations and Preferred Land Use Map for the General Plan Update, a key planning document that shapes future development. The agenda also includes several routine consent items, such as adopting ordinances for accessory dwelling units and extending the Thomas Fire rebuild overlay zone, as well as authorizing grants for LED lighting and drought resiliency projects. Additionally, the Council will discuss policy on closed session minutes and Spanish interpretation services.

• Endorse draft Land Use Designations and Preferred Land Use Map for General Plan Update
• Adopt ordinance extending Thomas Fire Rebuild Overlay Zone (Ordinance No. 2018-016)
• Adopt ordinance amending accessory dwelling unit regulations (Chapter 24.430)
• Apply for $172,444 zero-interest loan and approve $377,000 LED lighting retrofit contract with MTM Construction Inc.
• Apply for up to $5,000,000 WaterSMART drought resiliency grant with $5,000,000 city match

Historic Preservation Committee

The Historic Preservation Committee will consider two formal items: recommending City Council approve a Historic Landmark Designation for the Patagonia Blacksmith Shop at 235 West Santa Clara Street, and recommending approval of a Mills Act contract for the Brown/Busch House at 10807 Telegraph Road. The meeting also includes approval of the August 17, 2023 minutes and public comment periods.

• Historic Landmark Designation for Patagonia Blacksmith Shop, 660 sq ft galvanized steel building at 235 West Santa Clara Street
• Mills Act contract for Brown/Busch House at 10807 Telegraph Road for financial incentives on improvements
• Approval of August 17, 2023 meeting minutes

Parking Advisory Committee

The Downtown Parking Advisory Committee is meeting to consider and make advisory recommendations on parking issues in the Downtown Parking District. They will receive updates on the feasibility of creating a Ventura Parking Authority, as well as monthly parking utilization and budget data. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and general parking program updates.

• Receive staff update on feasibility of creating the Ventura Parking Authority
• Receive presentation on Downtown Parking District Budget revenue and parking utilization data
• Approve minutes from September 21, 2023 regular meeting
• Update on Main Street Moves project
• Parking meter functionality status update

Design Review Committee

The Design Review Committee will hold a public hearing to consider two major design review requests: one for front and rear facade changes to an existing restaurant at 278 East Main Street, and another for a new two-story convenience store with eight gas pumps and a car wash at 11004 Telegraph Road. The committee will also approve minutes from its September 20 meeting.

• 278 East Main Street: Major Design Review for rear and front facade changes to an existing restaurant in the Urban Core zone
• 11004 Telegraph Road: Major Design Review for a two-story convenience store with eight gas pumps and a car wash in the Urban General zone
• Approval of September 20, 2023 meeting minutes

General Plan Advisory Committee

The City of San Buenaventura General Plan Advisory Committee (GPAC) regular meeting scheduled for October 17, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular GPAC meeting is scheduled for November 15, 2023. The cancellation notice was posted by Interim Community Development Director Neda Zayer.

• Regular GPAC meeting cancelled for October 17, 2023
• Next regular GPAC meeting scheduled for November 15, 2023
• Cancellation notice signed by Interim Community Development Director Neda Zayer

Economic Development Subcommittee

This agenda is a notice of cancellation for the October 17, 2023 regular meeting of the Economic Development Subcommittee. No items will be discussed or decided. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 21, 2023.

• Regular meeting cancelled for October 17, 2023 at 3:00 p.m.
• Next regular meeting scheduled for November 21, 2023

City Council

The Ventura City Council will hold public hearings on two ordinances: one to amend accessory dwelling unit (ADU) regulations to comply with state law, and another to extend the Thomas Fire reconstruction zone for six months. The council will also consider formal items including a $4.89 million budget increase for a temporary Fire Station 7, an update on Main Street Moves, and a facilities update. Consent items include legal service contract amendments and approval of meeting minutes.

• Public hearing: ADU ordinance amendment (Chapter 24.430) to maintain state law compliance
• Public hearing: Extend Thomas Fire reconstruction zone (Ordinance 2018-016) for six months
• Formal item: Add Fire Station 7 project (93710) to Capital Improvement Program, $4,886,571 budget increase
• Consent: Increase Burke Williams & Sorenson legal services contract by $60,000 to $120,000 cap
• Consent: Increase Nossaman LLP legal services contract by up to $200,000 for consent decree/permits

City Council

The Ventura City Council will hold public hearings on two ordinances: one to amend accessory dwelling unit (ADU) regulations to comply with state law, and another to extend the Thomas Fire rebuild overlay zone for six months. The council will also consider several consent items, including legal service contract amendments, and provide direction on the Main Street Moves project and a new interim fire station.

• Amend ADU regulations (Chapter 24.430) to maintain state compliance
• Extend Thomas Fire rebuild overlay zone for six months
• Increase legal services agreement with Burke Williams & Sorenson by $60,000 (new total $120,000)
• Add $200,000 to Nossaman LLP legal services for Consent Decree and NPDES permit compliance
• Approve $4,886,571 for Interim Fire Station No. 7 (Project 93710)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will receive a presentation on the Ventura Community Park Public Works Solar Project and discuss progress on the 2023 Workplan and Goals, including deciding on commission representation for upcoming meetings. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from a September 2023 special meeting and public comment periods.

• Ventura Community Park Public Works Solar Project presentation by Joe Yahner, Environmental & Street Maintenance Manager
• Update on 2023 Workplan and Goals progress
• Decision on commission representation for upcoming meetings
• Approval of minutes from September 13, 2023 special meeting

Arts & Culture Commission

The Ventura Arts & Culture Commission is meeting to approve minutes, hear a presentation on the Brown Act, and select members for two public art project panels. The main actions are choosing a commissioner for the VenturaWaterPure Advanced Water Purification Facility stakeholder team and a replacement for the Mosaic Art Trashcan Project at Lower Seaward Avenue.

• Approve minutes from September 12, 2023 meeting
• Presentation on Brown Act and commissioner roles
• Select member for VenturaWaterPure Advanced Water Purification Facility public art stakeholder team
• Select replacement for artist selection panel for Mosaic Art Trashcan Project at Lower Seaward Avenue

City Council

The Ventura City Council will hold a closed session on litigation, then an open session with consent items and formal policy discussions. Key actions include accepting a $640,000 homeless assistance grant, approving a $12 million grant application for a regional radio project, and continuing discussions on the General Plan update, political sign regulations, and Spanish interpretation services.

• Accept $640,000 HHAP-4 grant for homeless services with Mercy House
• Apply for up to $12,000,000 from California Public Utilities Commission 'Last Mile' grant
• Approve $230,990 design contract for Nye 7 and 8 water pipeline relocation
• Consider ending exemption for temporary political signs in public right-of-way
• Discuss Spanish interpretation for council meetings (currently on request)

City Council

The Ventura City Council will hold a regular meeting with a closed session on litigation, followed by consent items and formal items. Key decisions include endorsing the draft Land Use Designations and Preferred Land Use Map for the General Plan Update, and considering a policy to remove the exemption allowing temporary political signs in public rights-of-way. The council will also vote on several contracts and grants, including a $640,000 homeless services grant and a $327,534 radio project contract.

• Endorse draft Land Use Designations and Preferred Land Use Map for General Plan Update
• Consider removing exemption for temporary political signs in public right-of-way
• Accept $640,000 HHAP-4 grant for Mercy House Transitional Living Center
• Approve $327,534 contract with Federal Engineering for Regional Radio Project
• Apply for up to $12,000,000 Last Mile Federal Funding Account grant

Director's Hearing (Administrative Hearing)

The Director's Hearing will consider four administrative coastal development permits and a minor variance/design review, plus approve the prior meeting's minutes. All projects are recommended for approval as conditioned and are categorically exempt from CEQA. Public comment is accepted in person, virtually, or by email before 4 pm on the hearing date.

• Marsh Residence: 107 sq ft addition at 1175 Cornwall Lane (coastal permit)
• Prospect Apartments: 2-ft height variance for ADU at 338 W. Prospect Street
• Jolly Oyster: 399 sq ft steel structure and fencing at 911 San Pedro Street
• Ventura Loo: public restroom (Portland Loo) at 74 California Street
• Approval of August 24, 2023 meeting minutes

Appointments Recommendation Committee

The September 27, 2023 special meeting of the City of San Buenaventura Appointments Recommendation Committee has been cancelled. The notice was posted by the Deputy City Clerk on September 26, 2023. No items were discussed or decided.

• Special meeting cancelled
• Original date: September 27, 2023 at 5:30 p.m.
• Notice posted September 26, 2023 at 1:00 p.m.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is considering a city-initiated amendment to accessory dwelling unit regulations to comply with state law. The commission will also review a permit request for new mobile homes and a recreation area at 11100 Telegraph Road.

• Citywide Accessory Dwelling Unit Regulations ordinance amendment
• Planned Development Permit, Major Variance, and Minor Variance for Stardust Mobile Home Estates at 11100 Telegraph Road
• Construction of two new mobile homes and a 3,480 square foot recreation area

Water Commission

The Commission will review its Fiscal Year 2022-2023 accomplishments and a draft work plan for Fiscal Year 2023-2024. The body may adopt the work plan for City Council submission or request an updated version in October. Additionally, the General Manager will provide a report including a tentative schedule of upcoming items.

• Approval of May 23, 2023 regular session minutes
• Report on Water Commission Roles and Responsibilities
• Review of Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Accomplishments and Draft Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Work Plan
• General Manager Report with tentative commission schedule

Housing and Homelessness Subcommittee

The Housing and Homelessness Subcommittee will consider approving July minutes, receive an update on affordable housing programs, support an Emergency Solutions Grant application for street outreach, and recommend changing Foul Weather Shelter activation criteria to 40 degrees or half an inch of rain.

• Approval of July 25, 2023 meeting minutes
• Update on affordable housing grants and development activities
• Support for 2023-2024 Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) application
• Proposed change to Foul Weather Shelter activation: 40°F or 0.5 inch rain

City Council

The Ventura City Council is holding a public hearing on a proposal to annex a 10-acre parcel at Harbor Boulevard and Olivas Park Drive, rezone it as Commercial Harbor (H-C), and amend the Local Coastal Program to allow an advanced water purification facility. The council will also consider consent items including a $7.7 million construction contract for the VenturaWaterPure ocean outfall project, and formal items on the city charter review, General Plan update, and Thomas Fire rebuild zone extension.

• Public hearing on annexation and zoning change for 10-acre parcel at Harbor Boulevard and Olivas Park Drive for water purification facility
• Construction contract with Blois Construction, Inc. for $7,699,190 for VenturaWaterPure Ocean Outfall Onshore project
• Software-as-a-service agreement with Can/Am Technologies, Inc. for $387,559 over five years for Workday cashiering
• Conditional approval of two card room licenses to William Kracht and Kevin Pound
• Policy consideration to extend Thomas Fire Rebuild Overlay Zone and update Hillside Management Program

City Council

The Ventura City Council will hold closed sessions on litigation, then a regular meeting with consent items, a public hearing on a water purification facility annexation, and formal items on charter evaluation and General Plan update. Key decisions include awarding two conditional cardroom licenses and approving a $7.7 million construction contract for the VenturaWaterPure Ocean Outfall Onshore project.

• Award conditional cardroom licenses to William Kracht and Kevin Pound
• Approve $7,699,190 construction contract with Blois Construction for Ocean Outfall Onshore, plus $769,919 contingency
• Approve $387,559 SaaS agreement with Can/Am Technologies for Workday cashiering software
• Public hearing on annexing 10-acre parcel at Harbor Blvd and Olivas Park Dr for advanced water purification facility
• Consider extending Thomas Fire Rebuild Overlay Zone and updating Hillside Management Program

Historic Preservation Committee

The September 21, 2023 regular meeting of the Historic Preservation Committee has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is October 19, 2023.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting: October 19, 2023

Parking Advisory Committee

The Downtown Parking Advisory Committee will consider approving minutes from July 20, 2023, welcome new members, and receive updates on the feasibility of creating a Ventura Parking Authority. They will also review the Downtown Parking District budget and parking utilization data. The agenda includes routine items and informational updates.

• Feasibility update on creating the Ventura Parking Authority
• Downtown Parking District budget revenue and utilization data update
• Approval of July 20, 2023 meeting minutes
• Main Street Moves update
• Parking lot data collection technology update

Design Review Committee

The Design Review Committee will hold public hearings on two major design review requests: a new AutoZone commercial building at 2610 East Main Street and a Citrus Self Storage facility at 5960 Valentine Road. The committee will also consider a revised motion for the Ocean Avenue Apartments project and approve the August 16, 2023 meeting minutes.

• PROJ-22-0117: AutoZone Major Design Review, 2610 East Main Street, new 5,980 sq-ft commercial building on 0.48-acre site
• PROJ-22-0247: Citrus Self Storage Major Design Review, 5960 Valentine Road, one-story 113,926 sq-ft storage facility with office and caretaker's unit
• PROJ-22-0194: Revised motion for Ocean Avenue Apartments
• Approval of August 16, 2023 meeting minutes

General Plan Advisory Committee

The September 19, 2023 regular meeting of the City of San Buenaventura General Plan Advisory Committee (GPAC) has been cancelled. The next regular GPAC meeting is scheduled for October 17, 2023. The agenda contains only the cancellation notice and no substantive items.

• Regular meeting cancelled for September 19, 2023
• Next regular GPAC meeting scheduled for October 17, 2023

Economic Development Subcommittee

The Ventura Economic Development Committee will consider approving minutes from its July 18, 2023 meeting and receive a draft of the Ventura Vibrant Vision – A Five-Year Economic Development Strategy, offering final feedback. No formal action is expected on the strategy, which is listed as an information item.

• Approval of minutes for July 18, 2023 meeting
• Receive draft of Ventura Vibrant Vision – A Five-Year Economic Development Strategy

Measure O Citizens Oversight Committee

The Measure O Citizens Oversight Committee will meet to approve minutes from May 2023, receive updates on the Measure O granting program, review the FY 2024 work plan, and examine budget updates for FY 2022, 2023, and 2024. The committee will also consider moving its chair and vice-chair elections from November to May to align with the fiscal year.

• Approve minutes from the regular meeting of May 9, 2023
• Update on Measure O Granting Program
• Review of Measure O Citizens Oversight Committee Work Plan for FY 2024
• Budget updates for Measure O for FY 2022, FY 2023, and FY 2024
• Proposal to move chair and vice-chair elections from November to May to coincide with the fiscal year

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a regular meeting with public comment, consent items, and presentations. The main items are informational presentations on the Ventura Botanical Gardens and the Marina Park Playground Replacement Project, plus an update on the commission's 2023 workplan and goals. No action is expected on the presentations, which are for information only.

• Presentation on Ventura Botanical Gardens by Executive Director Joe Cahill
• Presentation on Marina Park Playground Replacement Project by Brooke McDonnell of Pacific Coast Land Design, Inc.
• Update on 2023 workplan and goals
• Approval of minutes from July 12, 2023 special meeting

Arts & Culture Commission

The Arts & Culture Commission will receive updates on the city's historic programs and sites, and on recent maintenance and conservation of the public art collection. Commissioners will also preview agenda items for the next six months. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public comment opportunities.

• Approval of minutes from August 8, 2023 regular meeting
• Update on historic programs and sites
• Update on public art collection maintenance and conservation
• Preview of upcoming agenda items for next six months

City Council

The Ventura City Council will consider a consent agenda with 19 items, including a $6.4 million allocation for a temporary Fire Station 7 on Alessandro Drive, several contract amendments for legal, planning, and software services, and a bid rejection for a traffic signal project. The meeting also includes public comment and council communications.

• Approve $6,387,938 for temporary Fire Station 7 at 2269 Alessandro Drive, including modular building purchase
• Amend legal services with Civica Law Group by $100,000 (new total $160,000) for code enforcement
• Amend legal services with Nossaman LLP by $120,000 for Pacific Maritime Group litigation
• Add $443,799 to Raimi + Associates for General Plan and Climate Action Plan update (new total $3,215,613)
• Reject Taft Electric bid for traffic signal communication system upgrade; accept $700,000 Caltrans grant

City Council

The Ventura City Council will consider endorsing the draft Land Use Designations and Preferred Land Use Map for the General Plan Update, a key step in shaping future development. The council will also discuss the City Charter evaluation process, receive a facilities program update, and consider policy items including removing the exemption for temporary political signs in public rights-of-way and supporting statewide single-payer healthcare legislation.

• Endorse draft Land Use Designations and Preferred Land Use Map for General Plan Update
• Amend outside counsel agreements: Civica Law Group (+$100,000 to $160,000), Nossaman LLP (+$120,000)
• Add Interim Fire Station No. 7 at 2269 Alessandro Drive to CIP workplan with $6,387,938 budget increase
• Approve $443,799 amendment for General Plan Update and Climate Action Plan with Raimi + Associates
• Consider removing exemption for temporary political signs in public right-of-way

The City Council approved several professional services agreements, including funding for a General Plan update and software implementation. The council also authorized the purchase of a second paramedic squad and adopted an ordinance to use gender-neutral language in the Municipal Code. One item regarding an interim fire station was continued to a future meeting.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2023-007 to replace gender-specific language with gender-neutral language in the Municipal Code
• Approved $100,000 increase for Civica Law Group, APC for code enforcement/receivership matters
• Approved $120,000 increase for Nossaman, LLP for Pacific Maritime Group, Inc. v. City of San Buenaventura litigation
• Approved $75,322 for CSUS College of Continuing Education for short-term vacation rental consultation
• Approved $443,799 for Raimi + Associates, Inc. for General Plan Update and Climate Action and Resilience Plan (5-1)
• Approved $25,000 increase for Cloudburst Consulting Group for HUD program assistance
• Approved $693,419 for Collaborative Solutions, LLC and $101,620 for Workday, Inc. for software implementation
• Authorized purchase of a second new Paramedic Squad

City Council

The Ventura City Council is meeting for a special closed session to discuss one case involving significant exposure to litigation. The public may comment on closed session items but cannot participate in the session itself. No other business is on the agenda.

• Closed session conference with legal counsel on significant exposure to litigation (one case)
• Meeting held in person at City Hall, 501 Poli Street, Ventura
• Public comments accepted on closed session items only

The City Council met in a special closed session to discuss a litigation matter. The Council directed the City Attorney to notify Councilmember Johnson that the Council does not believe a violation of the Brown Act occurred during the May 10, 2023, closed session meeting.

• Directed City Attorney to respond to Councilmember Johnson that no Brown Act violation occurred at the May 10, 2023, closed session meeting

Director's Hearing (Administrative Hearing)

The Director's Hearing will consider consent items including alcohol use permits for Caje Ventura and Pizza Station, plus several variances and coastal development permits. Formal items include a tattoo parlor use permit, coastal permits for a roof remodel, outfall structure maintenance, playground replacement, garage-to-ADU conversion, and a residence addition with variance. All items are recommended for approval.

• Alcohol Use Permit for Caje Ventura at 71 N Palm Street (Type 47 license)
• Alcohol Use Permit for Pizza Station at 4231 Telegraph Road (Type 41 license)
• Minor Variance for Meadows Residence at 652 Cedar Street (increase lot coverage to 37.4%)
• Use Permit for Richy Reynolds Tattoo Parlor at 4732 Telephone Road
• Coastal Development Permit for Figueroa Outfall Structure at Surfer's Point (maintenance three times/year)

The Hearing Officer approved several land-use requests, including alcohol use permits for two new restaurants and various coastal development permits for residential and city projects. Minor variances for a residence and a storage facility were also granted.

• Approved Alcohol Use Permit for Caje Ventura at 71 N Palm Street
• Approved Alcohol Use Permit for Pizza Station at 4231 Telegraph Road
• Approved minor variance for lot coverage at 652 Cedar Street
• Approved minor variance for parking reduction at 4451 Market Street
• Approved Use Permit for Richard Reynolds Tattoo Parlor at 4732 Telephone Road
• Approved Coastal Development Permits for 2872 Pierpont Blvd, 1047 Pittsfield Lane, and 1193 Winthrop Lane
• Approved Coastal Development Permits for Surfer’s Point Beach outfall structure and Marina Park playground
• Approved Coastal Development Permit for demolition at 2269 Alessandro Drive

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing a City-initiated zoning ordinance amendment regarding Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) regulations. The commission will consider recommending that the City Council adopt these changes to ensure compliance with State law.

• PROJ-23-0387: Amendment to Chapter 24.430 Accessory Dwelling Unit Regulations
• Approval of June 21, 2023 and July 26, 2023 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission voted on multiple land use recommendations for the General Plan Update across various city areas. Most recommendations from the General Plan Advisory Committee were approved for referral to the City Council, though some specific areas were modified or denied.

• Approved June 21 and July 26, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Recommended City Council approve land use for Five Points, Pacific View Mall, and Hospital areas (various votes)
• Recommended City Council approve land use for Arundell & North Bank and a Specific Plan for McGrath property (7-0)
• Recommended City Council approve land use for College Area Victoria Plaza and Single Family parcels (7-0)
• Recommended City Council change College Area West of VCC to Mixed Use 4 (5-2)
• Recommended City Council approve land use for Victoria Area parcels and Moon Drive Overlay (various votes)
• Recommended City Council approve land use for Pierpont and Johnson Drive areas (7-0)
• Recommended City Council modify land use for Johnson Area parcels near Metrolink station to Mixed Use 3 and Light Industrial/Flex (7-0)

Appointments Recommendation Committee

The Appointments Recommendation Committee will discuss and select interview questions, then make recommendations to fill vacancies on the Downtown Parking Advisory Committee (six seats) and the Water Commission (two non-professional and two professional seats). They will also discuss scheduling special meetings to review City Council Protocols as directed by the Council on July 24, 2023. Public comments are accepted via email or in person.

• Discuss and approve five interview questions for each interview group
• Recommend appointments to fill six vacancies on the Downtown Parking Advisory Committee
• Recommend appointments to fill two vacancies on the Water Commission (Non-Professional Category)
• Recommend appointments to fill two vacancies on the Water Commission (Professional Category)
• Discuss potential special meeting dates to review City Council Protocols

The Appointments Recommendation Committee approved interview questions and recommended several individuals for city commission and advisory roles. The committee also coordinated a special meeting schedule with the City Attorney.

• Approved interview questions for Committee Interviews (All Ayes)
• Recommended Kevin Clerici, Carl Morehouse, Marina Porter, Nanette Hutchison, and Michael Stump to the Downtown Parking Advisory Committee for four-year terms (All Ayes)
• Recommended Emily Arnbister and George Amandola to the Water Commission non-professional category for four-year terms (All Ayes)
• Recommended Robert Eranio and Michael Savage to the Water Commission professional category for two-year terms (All Ayes)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a progress report regarding the General Plan Update effort. The session includes a discussion of draft Land Use Designations and a Preferred Land Use Map.

• Review of PROJ-23-0399 General Plan Update Draft Land Use Designations and Preferred Land Use Map

The Planning Commission voted to recommend that the City Council approve draft land use designations for the SOAR, Eastside, Downtown, and Westside areas. The commission added specific recommendations regarding waterfront open space, the Oak Street offramp, and industrial parcel designations. Discussion on Midtown Corridors was continued to the next day.

• Recommended City Council approve General Plan Advisory Committee land use recommendations for SOAR Area (7-0)
• Recommended City Council approve General Plan Advisory Committee land use recommendations for Eastside Area (7-0)
• Recommended City Council approve land use recommendations for Downtown Area 1 and Mission Plaza Shopping area, including keeping waterfront parks and open space, prioritizing Oak Street offramp improvements, and continuing freeway capping efforts (7-0)
• Recommended City Council approve land use recommendations for Westside Areas 1-8, changing all General Industrial 3-story parcels to Light Industrial/Flex 3-story (7-0)
• Continued Midtown Corridors discussion to August 23, 2023 (7-0)

Water Commission

The Ventura Water Commission meeting scheduled for August 22, 2023, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is set for September 26, 2023.

Historic Preservation Committee

The Historic Preservation Committee is reviewing a Mills Act contract for the Zander Building and historic design reviews for the Pierpont Inn and Meta Apartments. The committee will also consider approving minutes from the July 20, 2023 meeting.

• Mills Act contract request for George Zander Men's Clothing Store at 384 E Main Street
• Historic Design Review for hotel renovation at Pierpont Inn, 550 Sanjon Road
• Major Design Review for a 7-unit multi-family building at 126nt and 1279 Meta Street

The Historic Preservation Committee recommended the approval of a Mills Act contract for the Zander Building and design reviews for the Pierpont Inn and Meta Apartments. Each recommendation included specific conditions regarding material use, historical assessment, or professional oversight.

• Approved July 20, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Recommended City Council approve Mills Act contract for Zander Building at 384 E Main Street with modification to repair display windows in-kind (3-0)
• Recommended Community Development Director approve Pierpont Inn Historic Design Review at 550 Sanjon Road with conditions for in-kind materials, retention of a professional historian, and archaeology protocols (3-0)
• Recommended Planning Commission approve Meta Apartments Major Design Review at 1267 and 1279 Meta Street with condition for a phase II review to assess historic nature and impact of the proposed building (3-0)

Parking Advisory Committee

The regular August 17, 2023 meeting of the Downtown Parking Advisory Committee has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 14, 2023, at 3:00. The agenda contains no items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting canceled for August 17, 2023
• Next meeting scheduled September 14, 2023 at 3:00

Design Review Committee

The Design Review Committee will consider three design review requests. The most notable is a 19-unit multi-family building with two very low-income units at 1829 Ocean Avenue. The committee will also review a commercial remodel at 365 E. Santa Clara Street and a new Auto Zone building at 2610 East Main Street. The committee will make recommendations to the Planning Commission on each item.

• 19-unit apartment building with 2 very low-income units at 1829 Ocean Avenue
• Commercial remodel of two buildings at 365 E. Santa Clara Street
• New 5,980 sq ft Auto Zone building at 2610 East Main Street
• Approval of August 2, 2023 meeting minutes

The Design Review Committee recommended the Planning Commission approve a commercial remodel at 365 E. Santa Clara Street and a multi-family residential project at 1829 Ocean Avenue. A proposal for a new Auto Zone at 2610 East Main Street was continued to September 20, 2023, for further revisions.

• Approved August 02, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Recommended Planning Commission approval for 365 E. Santa Clara Street remodel with Dark Sky lighting and concrete pavers (5-0)
• Continued Auto Zone project at 2610 East Main Street to September 20, 2023, with 16 specific design and landscaping requirements (5-0)
• Recommended Planning Commission approval for 1829 Ocean Avenue apartments with conditions on building height, setbacks, and low-water landscaping (5-0)

General Plan Advisory Committee

This agenda is a notice of cancellation for the August 15, 2023, regular meeting of the General Plan Advisory Committee. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 19, 2023. No business items are listed.

• Regular meeting cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for September 19, 2023

Parks & Recreation Commission

The August 9, 2023 meeting of the Parks & Recreation Commission has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting is September 13, 2023.

• Meeting cancelled

Arts & Culture Commission

The Arts & Culture Commission will select two members to serve on the artist selection panel for the Mosaic Art Trash Can Project at lower Seaward Avenue. The commission will also receive presentations on the role of the commission and the city's Arts & Culture Section. Consent items include approval of July 11, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Artist Selection Panel for Mosaic Art Trash Can Project at lower Seaward Avenue
• Approval of July 11, 2023 meeting minutes
• Presentation on Commission role and scope of responsibility
• Presentation on city's Arts & Culture Section

The Commission approved the minutes from the June 13, 2023, regular meeting. The body also reviewed a presentation from the Contemporary Arts Museum Houston regarding public art integration for the VenturaWaterPure project.

• Approved June 13, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

Measure O Citizens Oversight Committee

The regular meeting of the Measure O Citizens Oversight Committee scheduled for August 8, 2023, has been cancelled and will be rescheduled. The notice was issued by the City's Chief Financial Officer, Greg Morley, on July 31, 2023. No other business is on the agenda.

• Meeting cancelled and rescheduled

City Council

The Ventura City Council will hold a public hearing on an appeal of the Planning Commission's approval of the Dos Once project, a 94-unit mixed-use development with ground-floor commercial space at 211, 231, and 245 Thompson Boulevard. The council will also consider a consent calendar with multiple contracts, grants, and agreements, including legal services, environmental review, and infrastructure projects.

• Appeal of Dos Once project: 94 units, 13 very-low-income, 7 live-work, 3,181 sq ft commercial (APL-07-23-0001)
• Legal services amendment with Best Best & Krieger up to $460,000 for Santa Barbara Channelkeeper litigation
• Environmental impact report for College Community Courts (PROJ 23-0294) up to $267,763
• Carahsoft identity management services amendment $218,405 (total not to exceed $312,184)
• Reject sole bid for Northbank street repaving (Ventura Blvd to Johnson) and rebid

City Council

The Ventura City Council will hold public hearings on an appeal of the Planning Commission's approval of the Two Eleven mixed-use development and on readopting the Sixth Cycle Housing Element. The council will also consider consent items including legal fee increases, a gender-neutral code update, and various contracts and grants.

• Appeal of Two Eleven project: 94 units, 13 very low-income, 7 live/work, 3,181 sq ft commercial at 211-245 Thompson Blvd
• Readoption of Sixth Cycle Housing Element (2021-2029)
• Additional $460,000 for legal services in Santa Barbara Channelkeeper litigation
• Ordinance to replace gender-specific language with gender-neutral language in municipal code
• Reject single bid for Street Resurfacing Northbank (Ventura Blvd to Johnson) and rebid

The City Council approved several professional service agreements, including legal services and environmental reporting. The council also accepted a state grant for the Surfers Point Managed Retreat project and introduced an ordinance to implement gender-neutral language in the municipal code.

• Approved $460,000 for legal services with Best, Best & Krieger, LLP (All Ayes)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 2023-007 to replace gender-specific language with gender-neutral language (All Ayes)
• Approved $267,763 work order with Environmental Science Associates, Inc. for College Community Courts EIR (All Ayes)
• Approved $312,184 total agreement with Carahsoft for identity and access management services (All Ayes)
• Accepted California State Coastal Conservancy grant for Surfers Point Managed Retreat Phase 2 (All Ayes)
• Rejected single bid from Toro Enterprises, Inc. for Northbank street resurfacing (All Ayes)
• Approved $95,512 reimbursement agreement with Ventura Unified School District for crossing guards (All Ayes)
• Tabled reimbursement agreement with Bajo Ventura, LLC for Parklands Project

Design Review Committee

The Design Review Committee is holding a special meeting to review two major multifamily residential projects. The committee will consider a 30-unit apartment building at 54 Day Road and an 80-unit mixed-use building at 701 E Santa Clara Street, making design recommendations before the projects move forward.

• Major Design Review for 30-unit Day Road Apartments at 54 Day Road, including 4 low-income units and 40 parking spaces
• Design Review for 5-story Park Plaza at 701 E Santa Clara Street with 80 units, 7 very low-income units, and 2,407 sq ft of commercial space
• Approval of June 14, 2023 meeting minutes as a consent item

The Design Review Committee recommended the approval of a 30-unit apartment project on Day Road and a 5-story mixed-use building at Park Plaza. Both approvals included specific design and landscaping conditions.

• Recommended approval of Day Road Apartments 30-unit project (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Park Plaza 80-unit mixed-use project (3-1)
• Approved June 14, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Director's Hearing (Administrative Hearing)

The Director's Hearing will decide on several alcohol use permits for restaurants and bars, coastal development permits for residential and bridge projects, a sign warrant for commercial signs, and a tentative parcel map for office condos. One item is continued to a date uncertain. The meeting is open for public comment in person or virtually.

• Alcohol Use Permit for The Lodge Bar at 11 S Ash Street (Type 47 license)
• Alcohol Use Permit for Ventura Sandwich Company at 2700 Loma Vista Road (Type 41 license)
• Alcohol Use Permit for Daylight and Moon Café at 2991 Loma Vista Road (Type 41 license)
• Coastal Development Permit for geotechnical investigation at Main Street Bridge
• Sign Warrant for The Yard at 328 E Main Street for 14 commercial signs totaling ~728 sq ft

The Hearing Officer approved three alcohol use permits for local businesses and several coastal development permits for residential and infrastructure projects. One project involving a tentative parcel map for office condominiums was continued to a date uncertain.

• Approved Alcohol Use Permit for The Lodge at 11 S Ash Street
• Approved Alcohol Use Permit for Ventura Sandwich Company at 2700 Loma Vista Road
• Approved Alcohol Use Permit for Daylight and Moon Café at 2991 Loma Vista Road
• Approved Coastal Development Permit for room addition at 2954 Seaview Avenue
• Approved sign warrant for 14 commercial signs at 328 E Main Street
• Approved Coastal Development Permit and variance for ADU and garage at 2706 Bayshore Avenue
• Approved Coastal Development Permit for geotechnical investigation at Main Street Bridge
• Continued Community Memorial Tentative Parcel Map project to a date uncertain

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is considering a coastal development permit for a new residence, boundary changes for a water purification facility, and the readoption of the city's 2021-2029 Housing Element.

• Coastal Development Permit and Variance for a 3,741 square-foot residence at 1153 Bath Ln
• Reorganization and rezoning of a 10-acre site at Harbor Boulevard and Olivas Park Drive for an Advanced Water Purification Facility
• Readoption of the City of San Buenaventura 6th Cycle 2021-2029 Housing Element of the General Plan

The Commission approved a coastal development permit for a single-family residence and recommended City Council approval for a new water purification facility site and the 6th Cycle Housing Element.

• Approved Coastal Development Permit and Variance for 1153 Bath Ln residence (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approve reorganization and pre-zoning for VenturaWaterPure facility at Harbor Blvd and Olivas Park Dr (5-0)
• Recommended City Council readopt the 6th Cycle 2021-2029 Housing Element (4-1)
• June 21, 2023 meeting minutes not approved (3-0 vote recorded, but noted as not passing)

Water Commission

The Ventura Water Commission's regularly scheduled meeting for July 25, 2023, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for September 26, 2023, at 5:30.

Housing and Homelessness Subcommittee

The Housing and Homelessness Subcommittee will consider approving minutes, discuss the Comprehensive Homelessness Plan's public engagement strategy, and receive updates on several homelessness-related projects. No final decisions are expected on the information items.

• Approval of June 27, 2023 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Comprehensive Homelessness Plan public engagement
• Presentation on College Community Courts Project
• Presentation by National Health Foundation
• Presentation on One Stop Ventura and Ventura Springs Project

The committee approved the minutes from the June 27, 2023, meeting. Members expressed support and provided feedback regarding the Housing Services Division's public engagement plans for the proposed Comprehensive Homelessness Plan.

• Approved June 27, 2023, meeting minutes (All Ayes)
• Expressed support for Comprehensive Homelessness Plan public engagement plans

City Council

The Ventura City Council will hold a public hearing and consider approving solar energy service agreements for city facilities, as well as discuss the Climate Action and Resilience Plan and General Plan update. The consent agenda includes a resolution to increase the number of allowed cannabis retail businesses from five to six, zoning changes for eight properties, and several professional service contracts. The council will also consider a policy on consequences for council member harassment of city employees.

• Resolution to increase cannabis retail businesses from 5 to 6 (rescinding Resolution 2021-009)
• Zoning changes: 4300 Telegraph Road, 16 Baylor Drive, and multiple Johnson Drive properties
• Contracts for environmental review: WSP USA ($219,618) and Michael Baker ($234,470)
• Solar energy service agreements with FFP BTM Solar for City Hall, Community Park, and Police/Fire HQ
• Contract award to PCL Construction for preconstruction of Membrane Bioreactor/UV project (up to $1,650,000)

City Council

The Ventura City Council will hold a regular meeting with a closed session first. Key actions include a consent item to increase the number of permitted cannabis retail businesses from five to six, a public hearing on solar energy agreements, and formal items on the Climate Action and Resilience Plan, General Plan update, a water treatment contract, and a policy on councilmember harassment of employees.

• Resolution to increase cannabis retail businesses from 5 to 6
• Adopt zoning text and map amendments, rezoning 4300 Telegraph Road and multiple Johnson Drive properties
• Approve $146,988 amendments to NV5 and Shums Coda agreements for plan review services
• Public hearing on solar power purchase agreements with FFP BTM Solar for City Hall, Community Park, Police/Fire HQ
• Contract award to PCL Construction for $1.5M for Membrane Bioreactor and UV Disinfection project

The City Council approved energy services and power purchase agreements with FFP BTM Solar, LLC for City Hall, Community Park, and Police/Fire Headquarters. Other actions included increasing the limit of permitted cannabis businesses and adopting zoning amendments for several properties.

• Approved solar services and power purchase agreements with FFP BTM Solar, LLC (6-0)
• Increased maximum permitted cannabis retail businesses from five to six (5-1)
• Adopted zoning text and map amendments to rezone eight properties, including 4300 Telegraph Road and several Johnson Drive addresses
• Approved $146,988 contract extensions for NV5, Inc. and Shums Coda Associates, Inc. (5-1)
• Authorized environmental document work orders for Arrive Ventura ($219,618) and Maple Courts ($234,470)
• Adopted FY 2023-2024 Inclusionary Housing Program In-Lieu Fee schedule
• Approved $6,936 contract increase for ERS Industrial Services, Inc. for filter rehabilitation
• Voted 5-2 to move forward with a City Manager candidate and appoint negotiators

Historic Preservation Committee

The Historic Preservation Committee will elect a chair and vice-chair, then review three design review requests: an ADU at 338 West Prospect Street, a commercial remodel at 365 East Santa Clara Street, and a 7-unit apartment building at 1267-1279 Meta Street. The Meta Street project is recommended to be continued to the August 17 meeting. The committee will also approve the June 15 meeting minutes.

• Election of Committee Chair and Vice-Chair
• Design Review for two-story ADU with 2-foot height variance at 338 West Prospect Street
• Design Review for commercial remodel and outdoor courtyard at 365 East Santa Clara Street
• Major Design Review for 3-story 7-unit apartment building at 1267-1279 Meta Street (recommended to continue)
• Approval of June 15, 2023 meeting minutes

The Historic Preservation Committee recommended approval for an ADU at 338 West Prospect Street and a commercial remodel at 365 East Santa Clara Street. The committee also elected its Chair and Vice-Chair and continued one project to a future meeting.

• Approved June 15, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Elected Elizabeth Soriano as Chair (3-0)
• Elected Susan Stratton as Vice-Chair (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Design Review for two-story ADU at 338 West Prospect Street (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Design Review for 365 East Santa Clara Street with a required state record search before ground disturbing activity (4-0)
• Continued Meta Apartments Design Review (1267 and 1279 Meta Street) to August 17, 2023

Parking Advisory Committee

The Downtown Parking Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss and receive updates on several parking-related items, including real-time occupancy signage for the Downtown Parking Structure, current parking data analysis, and the Downtown Parking District budget and utilization. The committee will also consider approving the minutes from the June 15, 2023 meeting and discuss committee membership recruitment. This is a regular meeting focused on advisory recommendations and updates, with no final decisions expected on the items listed.

• Approval of minutes from June 15, 2023 regular meeting
• Update on real-time parking occupancy signage for Downtown Parking Structure
• Review of current parking data analysis
• Monthly update on Downtown Parking District budget revenue and utilization
• Discussion on DPAC committee membership and recruitment

Design Review Committee

The July 19, 2023 regular meeting of the Design Review Committee has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is August 16, 2023.

General Plan Advisory Committee

The General Plan Advisory Committee's regular meeting scheduled for July 18, 2023, has been cancelled. The notice, signed by Interim Community Development Director Neda Zayer, states the next regular GPAC meeting is scheduled for August 15, 2023. No agenda items or decisions are listed for this cancelled meeting.

• Regular meeting cancelled for July 18, 2023
• Next regular GPAC meeting scheduled for August 15, 2023
• Cancellation notice signed by Interim Community Development Director Neda Zayer

Economic Development Subcommittee

The Economic Development Subcommittee will review an update regarding the draft outline for the Vibrant Ventura Economic Development Strategy. The committee is also scheduled to approve the minutes from the May 16, 2023, meeting.

• Approval of May 16, 2023, Committee Minutes
• Update on the Draft Vibrant Ventura Economic Development Strategy

The committee approved the minutes from the May 16, 2023 meeting. Members received an update on the draft Vibrant Ventura Economic Development Strategy outline.

• Approved May 16, 2023 meeting minutes (2-0)

Appointments Recommendation Committee

The Appointments and Recommendation Committee will discuss and develop a policy to hold City Council members accountable for harassing city employees, as referred by the City Council on June 26, 2023. The policy is to be created with input from Human Resources, the City Attorney, and the City Clerk, and must be brought back for formal consideration by the July 24, 2023 City Council meeting.

• Policy consideration for consequences of harassment of city employees by city councilmembers
• Recommendation to create accountability policy with HR, City Attorney, and City Clerk
• Deadline to bring policy back for City Council approval by July 24, 2023

The Appointments Recommendation Committee recommended that the full City Council protocols be reviewed and updated annually. A selected subcommittee is tasked with reporting recommended changes to the Council by the first meeting in January 2024.

• Removed City Council Code of Ethics sections F, G, and H from committee consideration (2-1)
• Recommended review and update of full City Council protocols (All Ayes)

City Council

This agenda is a notice of cancellation, not a regular meeting agenda. The City Council's regular meeting scheduled for July 17, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 24, 2023, at Council Chambers, 501 Poli Street, Ventura.

• Regular City Council meeting of July 17, 2023 cancelled
• Next regular meeting scheduled for July 24, 2023
• Meeting location: Council Chambers, 501 Poli Street, Ventura

Appointments Recommendation Committee

This agenda is a notice of cancellation for the Appointments Recommendation Committee special meeting originally scheduled for July 13, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. The meeting will not take place as planned. No items will be discussed or decided.

• Special meeting cancelled
• Posted July 13, 2023 at 4:00 p.m.

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will receive a presentation on the Marina Park Playground Replacement Project, discuss progress on its 2023 workplan and goals, and consider approving minutes from a May 31 special meeting. No formal action is scheduled on the playground project or workplan.

• Presentation of Marina Park Playground Replacement Project by Pacific Coast Land Design
• Update on 2023 workplan and goals
• Approval of May 31, 2023 special meeting minutes

The Parks & Recreation Commission reviewed and recommended the Westpark Skatepark Expansion project design by Grindline Skateparks, Inc. for City Council approval. The commission also approved the minutes from the May 10, 2023, meeting.

• Approved May 10, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Recommended Westpark Skatepark Expansion design by Grindline Skateparks, Inc. for City Council approval (6-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to discuss agenda items, including a public comment submitted about conditions at Community Park at Kimball and Telephone. The comment raises concerns about bike speeds, unleashed dogs, and suggests signage and a designated dog area. The agenda itself is largely procedural, with the public comment being the only substantive item.

• Public comment on bike speeds and unleashed dogs at Community Park at Kimball and Telephone
• Suggestion to post maximum bike speed limit (e.g., 8 mph as in Hermosa Beach)
• Proposal for a designated off-leash dog area near ball fields and freeway
• Idea to add a center line on the bike/pedestrian walkway

City Council

This is a special closed-session meeting of the Ventura City Council. The only agenda item is a closed-session discussion regarding the public employment position of City Manager. No public action or decisions are scheduled for open session.

• Closed session discussion on City Manager employment (Gov. Code Section 54957.6)

The City Council met in a special closed session to discuss public employment regarding the City Manager. No public actions or votes were recorded in the minutes.

Arts & Culture Commission

The Arts & Culture Commission will review and provide input on integrating public art into the VenturaWaterPure capital improvement project, based on a presentation from the Contemporary Arts Museum Houston. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment opportunities.

• Review and input on public art integration into VenturaWaterPure capital improvement project
• Presentation by Contemporary Arts Museum Houston
• Approval of June 13, 2023 meeting minutes

The Commission approved the Public Art Program’s revised 2023-24 Annual Projects Plan. The body also approved the meeting minutes from May 9, 2023.

• Approved Public Art Program’s revised 2023-24 Annual Projects Plan (6-0)
• Approved May 9, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider the Final Draft of the Climate Action and Resilience Plan (CARP) at its July 10, 2023 meeting. The plan outlines strategies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and adapt to climate hazards over the next 5-10 years. It is being provided in advance for Council and community review.

• Final Draft Climate Action and Resilience Plan (CARP) for consideration
• Plan aims to achieve 40% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions below 1990 levels by 2030
• Partially funded by Prop 84 Wildfire Resilience & Recovery Planning Grant
• Includes vulnerability assessments for populations, natural resources, buildings, and infrastructure
• Plan integrates with General Plan Update and Active Transportation Plan

City Council

The City Council will review proposed zoning text amendments to the Mixed-Use Zone and a new Residential and Mixed-Use Overlay Development Code, which are part of rezoning eight properties to meet the state-mandated housing allocation. The amendments add design standards for future housing developments on Telegraph Road and Johnson Drive. This is an advance item for the July 10, 2023 hearing, allowing time for review.

• Rezoning of eight properties to meet RHNA allocation
• New Residential and Mixed-Use Overlay Development Code
• Amendments to M-X-D Mixed Use Zone chapter
• Design standards for housing sites on Telegraph Road and Johnson Drive
• Public review of draft zoning text amendments

City Council

The Ventura City Council will hold a public hearing on proposed zoning text and map amendments, including rezoning eight properties for mixed-use development, and will consider endorsing the Climate Action and Resilience Plan. The consent agenda includes multiple contracts and agreements, such as a $600,000 amendment for legal services, firefighter union MOUs with salary increases, and construction contracts for water infrastructure projects. The council will also receive updates on the General Plan and discuss a potential City Charter amendment process.

• Public hearing on zoning amendments to rezone 4300 Telegraph Road and seven properties on Johnson Drive to mixed-use zones
• Endorsement of the Climate Action and Resilience Plan
• Firefighters' and Fire Management MOUs with salary increases effective July 8, 2023
• Construction contract with Toro Enterprises for $761,349 for 588 Pressure Zone Expansion in Ventura Hills
• Purchase of a hydro excavator for water distribution at a cost not to exceed $697,817

The City Council approved zoning map and text amendments for residential and mixed-use overlays. The Council also authorized multiple professional services agreements and construction contracts for city infrastructure and disaster recovery.

• Approved Zoning Text and Map Amendments for residential and mixed-use overlays (All Ayes)
• Approved $610,201 contract with Toro Enterprises, Inc. for Mound Well No. 2 transmission line (All Ayes)
• Approved $761,349 agreement with Toro Enterprises, Inc. (All Ayes)
• Approved $119,040 amendment for Disaster Cost Recovery Services (All Ayes)
• Approved $13,318 amendment to agreement with Michael K. Nunley & Associates, Inc. (All Ayes)
• Approved appointment recommendations for Arts & Culture, Housing Authority, and Parks & Recreation commissions (All Ayes)
• Approved MOUs with Ventura City Firefighters’ Association and Ventura Fire Management Association (All Ayes)
• Tabled General Plan Update and City Charter Evaluation items to the next meeting

Appointments Recommendation Committee

The Appointments Recommendation Committee will consider creating a policy to hold City Council members accountable for harassing behavior toward city employees, as referred by the City Council on June 26, 2023. The policy would be developed with HR, the City Attorney, and the City Clerk, and must be brought back for formal approval by the July 24, 2023 Council meeting.

• Policy consideration: consequences for harassment of city employees by city councilmembers
• Recommendation to task ARC with creating the policy in cooperation with HR, City Attorney, and City Clerk
• Policy to be brought back for formal consideration and approval by July 24, 2023 City Council meeting

The Appointments Recommendation Committee discussed creating a policy to address harassment of city employees by City Council members. The committee directed the City Attorney to draft a policy including definitions of harassment, investigation processes, and disciplinary actions.

• Directed City Attorney to draft a policy defining harassment based on state law
• Directed City Attorney to include a process for investigations using outside counsel
• Proposed penalties for sustained harassment findings: censure, removal from regional committees, and optional removal from City committees
• Proposed requiring training mirroring state harassment training
• Directed City Manager to agendize committee reappointment after 90 days of training compliance

Appointments Recommendation Committee

The Appointments Recommendation Committee will discuss and approve interview questions for candidates, then make recommendations to fill vacancies on the Arts & Culture Commission (3 seats), Housing Authority Board (2 seats), and Parks & Recreation Commission (1 seat). The meeting is a special session open to public comment.

• Discussion and approval of interview questions compiled by City Staff
• Recommendation for appointments to fill three vacancies on the Arts & Culture Commission
• Recommendation for appointments to fill two vacancies on the Housing Authority Board
• Recommendation for appointment to fill one vacancy on the Parks & Recreation Commission

The Appointments Recommendation Committee approved interview questions and recommended several individuals for vacancies on city commissions. These recommendations include new and returning members for the Arts & Culture Commission, Housing Authority Board, and Parks & Recreation Commission.

• Approved interview questions compiled by City Staff (All Ayes)
• Recommended KC Rodriguez and Seana-Marie Sesma to the Arts & Culture Commission for four-year terms (All Ayes)
• Recommended Karen Kitchel to the Arts & Culture Commission for an unscheduled vacancy (All Ayes)
• Recommended re-appointment of Jim White to the Housing Authority Board for a four-year term (All Ayes)
• Recommended re-appointment of Sandra Tovar to the Parks & Recreation Commission for a four-year term (All Ayes)
• Recommended appointment of Leslie Velez to the Parks & Recreation Commission for a four-year term (All Ayes)

Water Commission

The regularly scheduled Water Commission meeting for June 27, 2023, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 26, 2023, at 5:30. This notice was posted on June 23, 2023, by Ventura Water General Manager Gina Dorrington.

• Meeting cancellation notice
• Next meeting scheduled for September 26, 2023, at 5:30

Housing and Homelessness Subcommittee

The Housing and Homelessness Subcommittee will receive and file updates on the Unhoused Gaps and Needs Assessment, Mercy House, Patrol Task Force, River Community Church's Family Emergency Shelter, and Ventura County Project Roomkey. The committee will also approve minutes from the May 23, 2023 meeting. No formal action is expected on the information items.

• Receive and file Unhoused Gaps and Needs Assessment update
• Receive and file Mercy House update
• Receive and file Patrol Task Force update
• Receive and file River Community Church's Family Emergency Shelter presentation
• Receive and file Ventura County Project Roomkey presentation

The subcommittee approved the minutes from the May 23, 2023, meeting. Members also voted to receive and file a staff update regarding the Unhoused Gaps and Needs Assessment. Several other presentations were continued or provided without formal action.

• Approved May 23, 2023 meeting minutes (2-0)
• Received and filed Unhoused Gaps and Needs Assessment update (2-0)

Housing and Homelessness Subcommittee

The Housing and Homelessness Subcommittee will receive an update on the Ventura County Project Roomkey transition plan. The report covers the current status of 177 sheltered individuals, the end of FEMA funding, and the anticipated need for alternative housing options by the end of December 2023.

• 177 persons currently sheltered in Project Roomkey motels
• 67 (38%) are seniors 62+ with limited Social Security Income
• Funding from California Department of Social Services expected to cover motel costs until January 2024
• Upcoming supportive housing: Step Up in Thousand Oaks (77 PSH units), Oxnard's Casa Aliento and Central Terrace (156 units), Casa de Carmen (56 PSH units)
• Over 200,000 motel nights provided and 1,000,000+ hot meals served since March 2020

City Council

The Ventura City Council will hold a closed session to interview candidates for City Manager, then an open session to vote on consent items including contracts, ordinances, and reports. Key actions include approving a $784,809 workers' compensation claims management contract, a $2.4 million Downtown Ventura Partners security ambassador agreement, and a $689,990 bike lane closure project. The council will also consider a resolution documenting a formal admonishment of Councilmember Johnson.

• Workers' comp claims management contract with Athens Administrators, $784,809 for 3 years
• Downtown Ventura Partners security ambassador services, up to $2,429,838 through June 2025
• Bike lane closure project on Harmon Barranca with Taft Electric, $689,990 plus $482,000 state grant
• Ordinance to ban bikes and e-bikes in Main Street Moves area and limit vehicles in public rights-of-way
• Resolution documenting formal admonishment of Councilmember Johnson from June 5, 2023

City Council

The Ventura City Council will hold closed sessions to discuss the appointment of a City Manager, followed by a regular meeting with consent items covering contracts, ordinances, and resolutions. Key actions include approving a $2.1 million street resurfacing project on Bristol Road, a $690,000 bike path closure, and several professional services agreements. The agenda is largely routine, with no major policy debates or public hearings listed.

• Construction contract with Toro Enterprises for $2,116,017 to resurface Bristol Road from Johnson to Ermine
• Construction contract with Taft Electric for $689,990 for Harmon Barranca Bike Path Closure
• Ordinance to prohibit bicycles and other vehicles within Main Street Moves and limit their use on public rights-of-way and shopping centers
• Professional services agreement with Housing Authority for $260,000 over two years for Affordable Housing Program administration
• Amendment to legal services agreement with Lozano Smith for cannabis business permit appeals, increasing compensation to $100,000

The City Council adopted an ordinance prohibiting the use of bicycles, electric bicycles, and other vehicles within Main Street Moves and adding limitations on such vehicles in shopping centers and public rights-of-way. The council also approved several professional service agreements and landscape maintenance contract increases.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2023-002 prohibiting bicycles and electric bikes in Main Street Moves (4-2)
• Approved $130,000 annual agreement with Housing Authority for Affordable Housing Program administration
• Approved $784,809 agreement with Athens Administrators for workers' compensation claims
• Approved $65,000 agreement with Aetna Resources for Living for employee assistance services
• Approved $1.19M increase for Sunridge Landscape Maintenance and $40,176 increase for Parkwood Landscape Maintenance
• Approved $2.4M agreement with Downtown Ventura Partners for Parks Security Ambassador services through 2025
• Authorized $40,000 increase for Lozano Smith legal services regarding cannabis permit appeals
• Approved $250,000 agreement with 31st District Agriculture Association for 2023 Ventura County Fair security

Director's Hearing (Administrative Hearing)

The Hearing Officer will consider four items: an alcohol use permit for Baja Surf n Taco, a geotechnical investigation for the Main Street Bridge replacement, a room addition at 2954 Seaview Avenue, and a variance and coastal permit at 2706 Bayshore Avenue. All items are recommended for approval with conditions.

• Alcohol Use Permit for Baja Surf n Taco at 1567 Spinnaker Drive for on-site beer and wine sales
• Geotechnical investigation for future Main Street Replacement Bridge at Main Street Bridge
• 410-square-foot room addition at 2954 Seaview Avenue in the Coastal Zone
• Variance for lot coverage and 540-square-foot ADU at 2706 Bayshore Avenue

The Hearing Officer approved an Alcohol Use Permit for Baja Surf n Taco to sell beer and wine on-site. Three other projects were continued to July 27, 2023, due to noticing errors.

• Approved Alcohol Use Permit for Baja Surf n Taco at 1567 Spinnaker Drive (Resolution No. CD-2023-34)
• Approved May 24, 2023, meeting minutes
• Continued Main Street Bridge Geotechnical Administrative Coastal Development Permit to July 27, 2023
• Continued Federle Residence Administrative Coastal Development Permit at 2954 Seaview Avenue to July 27, 2023
• Continued 2706 Bayshore Variance and Coastal Development Permit to July 27, 2023

Mobile Home Rent Review Board

The scheduled meeting for June 21, 2023, was canceled. The original agenda included updates on mobile home park rent increases and reviews of rent reconsideration requests.

• Approval of March 15, 2023, meeting minutes
• Staff update on rent increases from March 1, 2023, to June 1, 2023
• Review of Buenaventura Estates capital improvement reductions totaling nearly $3.00 per month
• Denial of reconsideration requests for Stardust residents regarding a retaining wall and alley re-paving

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a request for a new drive-through car wash project. The proposal includes a design review, use permit, and exception for the site.

• PROJ-13226: 76 Station Redevelopment (Bliss Car Wash) Design Review, Use Permit, and Exception at 11008 Citrus Drive

The Planning Commission approved a design review, use permit, and exception for a 1,749 square-foot Bliss Car Wash at an existing gas station. The approval included modifications to lighting and sewer line conditions. The commission also approved the minutes from the May 24, 2023 meeting.

• Approved Design Review, Use Permit, and Exception for Bliss Car Wash at 11008 Citrus Drive (5-0)
• Approved May 24, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

General Plan Advisory Committee

The June 20, 2023 regular meeting of the General Plan Advisory Committee has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 19, 2023.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting July 19, 2023

Economic Development Subcommittee

The City of San Buenaventura Economic Development Subcommittee's regular meeting scheduled for June 20, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is July 18, 2022. This notice was posted on June 13, 2023.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting July 18, 2022

Parking Advisory Committee

The Downtown Parking Advisory Committee is meeting to consider approving minutes from May 18, 2023, and to receive updates on real-time parking occupancy signage for the Downtown Parking Structure, the Ventura Parking Implementation Plan, and the Parking Management Program's monthly utilization and budget. The committee advises the City Council and Planning Commission on parking issues in the Downtown Parking District.

• Approval of May 18, 2023 meeting minutes
• Update on real-time parking occupancy signage for Downtown Parking Structure
• Update on Ventura Parking Implementation Plan
• Monthly utilization and budget update for Downtown Parking District
• Main Street Moves update and parking program updates (LPR, data collection, off-street signage)

Historic Preservation Committee

The Historic Preservation Committee will consider two Historic Design Review requests: one to remodel and expand an office building at Ivy Lawn Memorial Park, and another to add dwelling units to a home in the Simpson Tract Historic District. The committee will also approve meeting minutes from earlier this year.

• Historic Design Review for Ivy Lawn Memorial Park office remodel and 3,328 sq ft addition at 5400 Valentine Road
• Historic Design Review for attached single-family and accessory dwelling units at 114 W. Simpson Street in Simpson Tract Historic District
• Approval of February 16 and May 18, 2023 meeting minutes

The Historic Preservation Committee recommended that the Community Development Director approve design reviews for Ivy Lawn Memorial Park and a residence on W. Simpson Street. The committee also approved the minutes from February and May 2023.

• Approved February 16, 2023 and May 18, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Historic Design Review for Ivy Lawn Memorial Park at 5400 Valentine Road (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Historic Design Review for 114 W. Simpson Street with specific roof and window requirements (3-0)

Design Review Committee

The Design Review Committee will consider a major design review for a new 7-unit multifamily building at 1279 Meta Street, including one moderate-income affordable unit. The committee will also approve minutes from prior meetings.

• PROJ-15391 – Meta Apartments: request for major design review to add a three-story, 7-unit building with one affordable unit at 1279 Meta Street
• Committee will recommend Planning Commission approval with possible conditions on roof design and landscaping
• Approval of Design Review Committee minutes from March 29, 2023 and April 19, 2023

The Design Review Committee recommended the denial of a request to add a seven-unit residential building at 1279 Meta Street. The decision followed concerns regarding the project's design, landscaping, and compliance with fire and lighting codes.

• Approved March 29, 2023 and April 19, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Recommended denial of Major Design Review for PROJ-15391 Meta Apartments at 1279 Meta Street (3-1)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission's regularly scheduled meeting on June 14, 2023, has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting is July 12, 2023, at 4:00 pm.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting July 12, 2023

Arts & Culture Commission

The Arts & Culture Commission will consider approving the revised 2023-24 Annual Projects Plan for the Public Art Program, an action item. The agenda also includes approval of the May 9, 2023 meeting minutes. Public comments can be submitted by email or in person.

• Approval of May 9, 2023 meeting minutes
• Review and approval of Public Art Program's revised 2023-24 Annual Projects Plan

The Commission approved the award recommendations for the 2023 Cultural Funding Grant Program as provided by the peer review panel. The meeting also included the approval of the April 11, 2023, meeting minutes.

• Approved 2023 Cultural Funding Grant Program award recommendations (4-0)
• Approved April 11, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

City Council

The Ventura City Council will hold a public hearing and consider the FY2024 operating and capital improvement budget, along with several consent items including labor agreements with police and general employee unions, a contract for short-term rental stakeholder engagement, and support services for the X Games. The meeting also includes a closed session on city manager appointments and potential litigation.

• Public hearing on FY2024 operating and capital improvement budget
• Memoranda of Understanding with Ventura Police Officers Association, Police Management Association, and SEIU Local 721, with salary resolutions effective July 8, 2023
• Contract with CSU Sacramento Consensus and Collaboration Program for up to $74,580.56 for short-term rental stakeholder engagement
• Resolution authorizing city support services for X Games
• Animal services agreement with County of Ventura for $807,805 for FY2023-24

City Council

The Ventura City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting the Fiscal Year 2024 Operating and Capital Improvement Budget, including adding 13 firefighter-paramedic positions. The council will also decide on a bid protest for the VenturaWaterPure Ocean Outfall Offshore project, approve multiple contracts and agreements, and consider memoranda of understanding with police and other employee unions.

• Public hearing and resolution for FY2024 Operating and Capital Improvement Budget, including 13 new firefighter-paramedic positions
• Bid protest appeal for VenturaWaterPure Ocean Outfall Offshore project; Pacific Marine Group bid of $44,999,401 rejected as non-responsive
• Memoranda of Understanding with Ventura Police Officers' Association, Ventura Police Management Association, and SEIU Local 721, with salary resolutions effective July 8, 2023
• Contract with Comcate for citywide 311 system, not-to-exceed $247,211 plus contingency
• Animal Services Level Agreement with County of Ventura for $807,805 for FY2023-24

The City Council approved a series of consent items including professional service agreements for cybersecurity, 311 citizen management, and emergency evacuation planning. The Council also authorized event support services for the X Games and approved several personnel and committee appointments.

• Approved $74,580.56 for short-term vacation rental stakeholder engagement services
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-042 for X Games city event support services
• Approved $247,211 agreement with Comcate for a citywide 311 CRM solution
• Approved $220,000 agreement with Plante Moran for cybersecurity assessment
• Approved $807,805 animal services agreement with Ventura County for FY 2023-24
• Approved $89,985 agreement with Constant Associates for an Emergency Evacuation Plan
• Approved $47,229 change order for the Ventura River Trail bike path project
• Approved appointment recommendations for Historic Preservation, Design Review, and Port District boards

General Plan Advisory Committee

The General Plan Advisory Committee will review results of its preferred land use direction feedback form, discuss areas lacking consensus, and plan next steps for community engagement, including a public survey. The committee will also consider future meeting topics and upcoming Planning Commission and City Council meetings on land use direction.

• Review of GPAC preferred land use direction feedback form results
• Discussion of geographic areas with less agreement among GPAC members
• Planning of community engagement on preferred land use direction, including feedback form content
• Scheduling of Planning Commission and City Council meetings on land use direction

City Council

The Ventura City Council will hold a special meeting on June 5, 2023, to consider a resolution censuring Councilmember Mike Johnson. The agenda contains only this formal item, with no other substantive business listed.

• Resolution to censure Councilmember Mike Johnson

City Council

The City Council voted to admonish Councilmember Mike Johnson following an investigation into allegations of unprofessional and hostile behavior toward staff. The decision includes requiring a written or verbal apology to staff and training for all Councilmembers.

• Approved admonishment of Councilmember Mike Johnson (5-1)
• Approved retention of Councilmember Johnson's committee assignments (5-1)
• Required a written apology via Microsoft Teams or a verbal apology at a Council meeting by July 24, 2023 (5-1)
• Required training for all Councilmembers (5-1)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will review the design for the Westpark Skatepark Expansion project, presented by the design/build contractor Grindline Skateparks, Inc., and forward a recommendation to the City Council. The agenda also includes approval of the May 10, 2023 meeting minutes and public comment periods.

• Westpark Skatepark Expansion project design review by Grindline Skateparks, Inc.
• Recommendation to City Council on skatepark design
• Approval of May 10, 2023 meeting minutes
• Public communications period for non-agenda items

The Parks & Recreation Commission voted to recommend a $7.9 million Land and Water Conservation Fund grant application to the City Council. The funds are intended for replacing tennis courts and adding up to 12 pickleball courts at Camino Real Park. The commission also approved the April 12, 2023, meeting minutes.

• Approved April 12, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Recommended $7.9M LWCF grant application for Camino Real Park courts to City Council (6-0)

Finance, Audit & Budget Committee

The Finance, Audit & Budget Committee will receive and file the Fiscal Year 2024 Recommended Operating and Capital Improvement Budget, a report only with no formal action. The committee will also consider approving the minutes from the April 20, 2023 special meeting. Public comments are invited on each agenda item.

• Receive and file FY2024 Recommended Operating and Capital Improvement Budget
• Approval of minutes from April 20, 2023 special meeting

The committee approved the minutes from the April 20, 2023 Special Meeting. Members also received an update regarding the Fiscal Year 2024 Recommended Operating and Capital Improvement Budget.

• Approved April 20, 2023 Special Meeting minutes (2-0)
• Received update on Fiscal Year 2024 Recommended Operating and Capital Improvement Budget

Director's Hearing (Administrative Hearing)

The Director's Hearing will consider several planning items, including alcohol use permits for a 7-Eleven and Gloria's Kitchen, an amendment to allow Ventura Missionary School to increase capacity from 400 to 450 students, and coastal development permits for the Seaside Transfer Station and Surfers Point parking lot. The hearing officer will also approve the April 27, 2023 meeting minutes. All items are recommended for approval as conditioned.

• Alcohol Use Permit for 7-Eleven at 3500 E Main Street (Type 20 off-sale)
• Alcohol Use Permit for Gloria's Kitchen at 2881 Loma Vista Road (Type 47)
• Ventura Missionary School capacity increase from 400 to 450 students at 500 High Point Drive
• Administrative Coastal Development Permit for Seaside Transfer Station vault at 559 Shoreline Drive
• Amendment to Coastal Development Permit for Surfers Point parking pay stations

The Hearing Officer approved alcohol use permits for Gloria's Kitchen and 7-Eleven, as well as a capacity increase for Ventura Missionary School. Several coastal development permits and a sign warrant for The Hamilton Lofts were also approved.

• Approved Alcohol Use Permit for Gloria's Kitchen at 2881 Loma Vista Road
• Approved Alcohol Use Permit for 7-Eleven at 3500 E Main Street
• Approved Administrative Coastal Development Permit for Seaside Transfer Station vault at 559 Shoreline Drive
• Approved Amendment to Administrative Coastal Development Permit for Surfers Point Parking Lot pay stations
• Approved Use Permit Amendment for Ventura Missionary School to increase capacity from 400 to 450 students
• Approved sign warrant for The Hamilton Lofts at 363-373 East Main Street
• Approved Administrative Coastal Development Permit for residence addition at 2916 Sailor Avenue
• Approved April 27, 2023, meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing amendments to the Mixed Use Zone and a new Residential and Mixed Use Overlay Development Code. These changes are intended to rezone specific sites to meet the City's Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA) requirements.

• Zone Text Amendments for the Mixed Use Zone (MXD)
• Creation of a new Residential and Mixed Use Overlay Development Code
• Rezoning of sites from the Housing Element to promote housing opportunities

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is considering a major design review for a 6-story mixed-use building on East Thompson Boulevard. The commission will also discuss zoning text and map amendments related to the Housing Element, including new overlay development codes.

• Major Design Review for 94 residential units and commercial space at 221 231 and 245 E Thompson Boulevard
• Zoning Text Amendment to eliminate single-family and mobile home uses from the M-X-D District
• Establishment of Residential and Mixed-Use Overlay Development Code (LM and MU overlays)
• Rezoning of 4300 Telegraph Road from R-1 to R-3-3 with MU-3 Overlay Zone
• Rezoning of seven Johnson Corridor sites from CPD to M-X-D with MU-4 Overlay

The Commission approved a design review and permits for a 6-story mixed-use building on Thompson Boulevard. It also recommended that City Council adopt several zoning text and map amendments related to the Housing Element. Meeting minutes from April were also approved.

• Approved Major Design Review, Coastal Development Permit, and Lot Line Adjustment for Two Eleven project at 211, 231, 245 Thompson Boulevard (4-2)
• Recommended City Council approve Zoning Text and Map Amendments for Housing Element Rezone Sites (5-1)
• Approved April 12, 2023 Meeting Minutes (4-0)
• Approved April 26, 2023 Meeting Minutes (4-0)

Water Commission

The Water Commission will receive presentations on the proposed FY 2024 Ventura Water operating and capital improvement budget, an update on the VenturaWaterPure program, and a report on local Groundwater Sustainability Agencies. The meeting is advisory only; no final decisions are made.

• Proposed FY 2024 Ventura Water Operating and Capital Improvement Budget presentation
• VenturaWaterPure Program update
• Groundwater Sustainability Agencies and Santa Paula Basin Technical Advisory Committee update

The Water Commission approved the minutes from the April 25, 2023, session and voted to cancel the June 27, 2023, meeting. The commission received oral presentations regarding the FY 2024 operating budget, the VenturaWaterPure Program, and groundwater sustainability agencies.

• Approved April 25, 2023, regular session minutes (4-0, 1 abstaining)
• Cancelled June 27, 2023, meeting with reconvening set for September 26, 2023 (5-0)

Housing and Homelessness Subcommittee

The Housing and Homelessness Subcommittee will meet to approve the April 25, 2023 minutes and receive updates on the 2023-2024 Foul Weather Shelter Program, A Friend in Deed, Project Understanding, Salvation Army, and Turning Point Foundation. No formal action is expected on the information items, which are for review and filing only.

• Approval of April 25, 2023 meeting minutes
• 2023-2024 Foul Weather Shelter Program update
• A Friend in Deed (F.I.N.D) update
• Project Understanding update
• Salvation Army and Turning Point Foundation updates

The subcommittee approved the minutes from the April 25, 2023, meeting. Staff and partner organizations provided updates on several shelter and housing programs, but no formal action was taken on those items.

• Approved April 25, 2023, Regular Meeting minutes (All Ayes)

City Council

The Ventura City Council will consider expanding the number of authorized card tables by 100 and starting a selection process for new card room licensees. The consent calendar also includes several contract amendments, grant applications, and project approvals. A closed session will discuss litigation and the interim city manager appointment.

• Expand card tables by 100 and begin licensee selection
• Amend legal services: Best Best & Krieger +$75,000, Nossaman +$300,000, Lozano Smith +$140,000
• Approve $7.9M grant application for Camino Real Park tennis/pickleball courts
• Approve $1,034,642 purchase order for HDPE pipe for VenturaWaterPure outfall
• Approve $599,000 construction contract for Lot 19A temporary improvements

The City Council approved a resolution to increase the number of authorized card tables by 100 and directed staff to seek new licensees. The Council also approved several legal service amendments, infrastructure grants, and public works contracts.

• Approved expanding authorized card tables by 100 (5-2)
• Approved $75,000 legal amendment for Los Posas Groundwater Litigation
• Approved $300,000 legal amendment for VenturaWaterPure Program
• Continued legal agreement amendment for Cannabis Business Permit Appeals
• Approved $7.9M grant application for Camino Real Park tennis and pickleball courts
• Approved $507,896 low interest loan for energy conservation measures
• Approved FY 2023-2024 Road Repair and Accountability Act project list
• Approved $54,396 design contract for Leo Robbins Sailing Center Dock replacement

Appointments Recommendation Committee

The Appointments Recommendation Committee will meet to discuss and recommend candidates for vacancies on three city boards: Historic Preservation Committee (two seats), Design Review Committee (one seat), and Ventura Port District Board (one seat). The committee will also receive a recruitment update from City Clerk staff. No other substantive business is scheduled.

• Appointments to fill two vacancies on the Historic Preservation Committee
• Appointment to fill one vacancy on the Design Review Committee
• Appointment to fill one vacancy on the Ventura Port District Board
• Recruitment update from City Clerk staff

The Appointments Recommendation Committee recommended several individuals for appointment to the Historic Preservation Committee, Design Review Committee, and Ventura Port District Board. The committee also scheduled a future meeting to interview remaining applicants.

• Approved minutes from February 13, 2023 (All Ayes)
• Recommended Noah Thomas and Daniel Uhlar to the Historic Preservation Committee for four-year terms (All Ayes)
• Recommended re-appointment of Curtis Cormane to the Design Review Committee for a four-year term (All Ayes)
• Recommended re-appointment of Michael Blumenberg to the Ventura Port District Board for a four-year term (All Ayes)
• Scheduled next interview meeting for Thursday, June 29 from 10-2pm

Historic Preservation Committee

The Historic Preservation Committee will consider approving minutes from its February and March meetings and will review a Historic Design Review request for an office building remodel and second-story addition at Ivy Lawn Memorial Park, 5400 Valentine Road. The committee will make a recommendation to the Community Development Director on the design review.

• Approval of February 16 and March 16, 2023 meeting minutes
• Historic Design Review for 3,247 sq ft office remodel and 3,328 sq ft second-story addition at 5400 Valentine Road
• Site is 14.74 acres in Limited Industrial (M-1) zone, Industry land use designation

The Historic Preservation Committee approved the March 16, 2023 meeting minutes and continued the February 16, 2023 minutes. The committee also voted to continue the design review for the Ivy Lawn Memorial Park office building remodel and addition pending specific modifications.

• Approved March 16, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Continued February 16, 2023 meeting minutes to June 15, 2023 (3-0)
• Continued PROJ-23-0278 Ivy Lawn Memorial Park design review to June 15, 2023, requesting lower height drawings, a reflective dome, and additional comparison photos (3-0)

City Council

This is a special closed-session meeting with no public action items. The council will discuss one case of potential litigation with legal counsel, as allowed under state law. Public comment is limited to closed-session items, and no decisions are expected in open session.

• Closed session conference with legal counsel on potential litigation (one case)
• Hybrid meeting with in-person and virtual participation options
• Public comments accepted only on closed-session items

The City Council met in a special closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding one case of potential litigation. No public decisions or votes were recorded.

Design Review Committee

The regular meeting of the City of San Buenaventura Design Review Committee scheduled for an unspecified date has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 14, 2023.

• Meeting cancelled.
• Next meeting: June 14, 2023.

General Plan Advisory Committee

The May 16, 2023 regular meeting of the City of San Buenaventura General Plan Advisory Committee (GPAC) has been cancelled. The next regular GPAC meeting is scheduled for June 20, 2023. The agenda contains no items for discussion or decision.

• Regular meeting cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for June 20, 2023

Economic Development Subcommittee

The subcommittee will review the April 18, 2023, meeting minutes for approval. Members will also receive information updates regarding 2022Q4 sales tax, Main Street Moves, and the Economic Development Strategy.

• Approval of April 18, 2023, Committee Minutes
• 2022Q4 Sales Tax Update
• Main Street Moves Update including prior fee schedule
• Economic Development Strategy Update

The committee approved the minutes from the April 18, 2023 meeting. Members received updates regarding 2022 fourth-quarter sales tax, Main Street Moves, and the Economic Development Strategy.

• Approved April 18, 2023 meeting minutes (All Ayes)

City Council

This is a special closed-session meeting with no public action items. The City Council will discuss potential litigation (one case) and existing litigation in the case Iralex v. City of San Buenaventura (VCSC case no. 2022-00572920-CUMC). Public comment is limited to closed-session items, and no decisions are scheduled for open session.

• Closed session: conference with legal counsel on potential litigation (one case)
• Closed session: conference with legal counsel on existing litigation, Iralex v. City of San Buenaventura
• Hybrid meeting with in-person and virtual participation options
• Public comments accepted only on closed-session items

The City Council met in a special closed session to confer with legal counsel. The session focused on one case of potential litigation and existing litigation in the case of Iralex v. City of San Buenaventura. No public decisions or votes were recorded.

City Council

The Ventura City Council will hold a public hearing to adopt the 2023-2024 Annual Action and Funding Plan for federal CDBG and HOME grants, then receive updates on city goals, discuss undergrounding utilities, and review the proposed FY 2024 budget. The agenda also includes closed-session items on litigation and labor negotiations.

• Adopt 2023-2024 CDBG award of $688,071 and HOME award of $485,152
• Allocate $1,482,193 total CDBG funds including $800,000 carryover
• Workshop on undergrounding city-wide utilities
• Fiscal Year 2024 Budget Workshop #3
• Closed session: litigation (Estate of Matthew Clapsaddle, Donald McPherson, Iralex v. City) and labor negotiations

The City Council met in a special closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding one case of potential litigation and existing litigation in the case of Iralex v. City of San Buenaventura. No public decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes.

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will consider recommending approval of a $7.9 million Land and Water Conservation Fund grant application to replace tennis courts and add up to 12 pickleball courts at Camino Real Park. The commission will also approve April meeting minutes and update its 2023 workplan and goals.

• Review $7.9 million LWCF grant application for Camino Real Park tennis court replacement and up to 12 new pickleball courts
• Approve minutes from April 12, 2023 regular meeting
• Update on 2023 workplan and goals progress

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to receive public comments on several topics, including a request to preserve 12 mature Washington palms on Harbor Blvd threatened by the Anastasi Project, support for a Land and Water Conservation Fund grant to replace tennis courts and build pickleball courts at Camino Real Park, and complaints about gas-powered weed-whacker use in parks. No commission decisions or votes are recorded in the agenda; the meeting consists of public communications and agenda-related items received by the deadline.

• Public comment opposing removal of 12 mature Washington palms on Harbor Blvd as part of the Anastasi Project #15022
• Public comment supporting a Land and Water Conservation Fund grant for tennis and pickleball courts at Camino Real Park
• Public comment requesting restoration of tennis courts at Camino Real Park using X Games funds
• Public comment requesting short-term pickleball options, including painting lines on city-owned courts and a use agreement for Ventura Unified School District courts
• Public comment requesting parks maintenance switch to manual or electric tools instead of gas-powered weed-whackers

City Council

The Ventura City Council is meeting for a special closed session to discuss one case involving significant exposure to litigation. No public action items are listed; the agenda is limited to this closed session and procedural matters.

• Closed session under Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2) for significant exposure to litigation (one case)

The City Council met in a special closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding one case involving significant exposure to litigation. No public decisions or votes were recorded.

• Conferred with legal counsel regarding one case of significant exposure to litigation

Arts & Culture Commission

The Arts & Culture Commission will consider approving the 2023 Cultural Funding Grant Program award recommendations from the peer review panel. The agenda also includes approval of the April 11, 2023 meeting minutes. Public comments can be submitted by email or in person.

• Approval of 2023 Cultural Funding Grant Program award recommendations
• Approval of April 11, 2023 meeting minutes

Measure O Citizens Oversight Committee

The Measure O Citizens Oversight Committee will review the proposed FY 2024 Measure O budget and vote on whether it aligns with the Measure O ordinance. The agenda includes approving prior meeting minutes and public comments.

• Approve minutes from April 11, 2023 meeting
• Review Measure O FY 2024 Proposed Budget presentation
• Vote on whether projected revenues and expenditures are consistent with Measure O Ordinance No. 2016-016
• Review budget overview, focus area summary, department/project/category summary, and capital budget

City Council

The Ventura City Council will hold a closed session to appoint an interim city manager and discuss potential litigation, followed by a regular meeting. The council will consider consent items including a lease for office space, contracts for water treatment projects, and adoption of new user and regulatory fees. Formal items include a discussion on cardroom table expansion and a parking workshop.

• Lease agreement for 505 Poli Street Room 201 with Salud Carbajal
• Best Value Selection for Membrane Bioreactor and VenturaWaterPure Projects
• Contract amendment with Environmental Science Associates for $255,157
• Biosolids transportation agreement with Synagro West, LLC up to $1,431,925
• Adoption of User and Regulatory Fees effective July 10, 2023

The City Council approved a consent agenda including a lease for Congressman Salud Carbajal's district office, water treatment contracts totaling over $6 million, and a resolution authorizing best-value selection for the Membrane Bioreactor and VenturaWaterPure projects. The council also directed staff to return with options for cardroom table expansion and a new parking structure financial analysis.

• Approved consent agenda (6-1, Campos opposed) including lease for 505 Poli Street Room 201 and multiple water contracts
• Adopted Resolution 2023-029 authorizing best-value selection for Membrane Bioreactor and VenturaWaterPure projects
• Approved $255,157 amendment to Environmental Science Associates contract for VenturaWaterPure permitting
• Approved $1.43M biosolids transport contract with Synagro West, LLC (Agreement 2023-027)
• Approved $442,530 and $503,180 blanket purchase orders for water chemicals from JCI Chemicals and Univar
• Approved $50,000 amendment to Carollo Engineers contract for local limits evaluation (Agreement 2020-064.3)
• Adopted user fee resolution (6-1, Campos opposed) effective July 10, 2023; motion for 7.45% increase failed (2-5)
• Directed staff to return May 22 with cardroom expansion options B and C and letter opposing AB 341 (5-2)

City Council

The Ventura City Council will hold a public hearing to adopt new user and regulatory fees effective July 10, 2023, and will discuss a possible expansion of the cardroom. The council will also receive an update on the VenturaWaterPure program and conduct a workshop on the future of parking in the city.

• Adopt new user and regulatory fees (effective July 10, 2023)
• Discuss possible expansion of the cardroom
• Workshop on the future of parking (Part 3 of 3)
• Lease amendment for 505 Poli Street Room 201 with Salud Carbajal
• Approve $1,431,925 biosolids contract with Synagro West, LLC

Director's Hearing (Administrative Hearing)

The Director's Hearing will consider a time extension for a residential development at 5070 Telegraph Road, an alcohol use permit for Lalo's Mexican Restaurant at 2611 E Thompson Boulevard, and several coastal development permits for single-family home projects. All items are recommended for approval as conditioned.

• Time extension for Tides residential development on 1.3 acres at 5070 Telegraph Road
• Alcohol use permit for Lalo's Mexican Restaurant at 2611 E Thompson Boulevard Suite 101
• Coastal development permit to demolish and rebuild residence at 1334 Camden Lane
• Coastal development permit to add roof deck at 1132 Bangor Lane
• Minor design review to add 4 units to existing 12-unit apartment at 180 West Ramona Street

The Hearing Officer approved a time extension for a residential project and an alcohol use permit for a restaurant. Additionally, four residential coastal development permits and one multi-family unit expansion were approved.

• Approved time extension for residential development at 5070 Telegraph Road (Resolution CD-2023-13)
• Approved Alcohol Use Permit for Lalo's Mexican Restaurant at 2611 E Thompson Boulevard Suite 101 (Resolution CD-2023-14)
• Approved Coastal Development Permit to replace residence at 1334 Camden Lane (Resolution CD-2023-15)
• Approved Coastal Development Permit for roof deck at 1132 Bangor Lane (Resolution CD-2023-16)
• Approved Minor Design Review and Planned Development to add four units at 180 West Ramona Street with additional wall setback condition (Resolution CD-2023-17)
• Approved Coastal Development Permit for addition and deck at 1020 Brockton Lane (Resolution CD-2023-18)
• Approved April 27, 2023 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider two development projects in the Downtown Specific Plan and Coastal Zone. These include a three-unit residential project on Poli Street and a six-story mixed-use building on Thompson Boulevard.

• Design Review, Coastal Development Permit, and Exceptions for 3 residential units at 405 Poli Street
• Major Design Review, Coastal Development Permit, and Lot Line Adjustment for 94 multi-family units and commercial space at 211, 231, 245 Thompson Boulevard

The Planning Commission approved a design review and coastal permit for three residential units at 405 Poli Street. A proposal for a 6-story mixed-use building on Thompson Boulevard was continued to a future meeting for additional information.

• Approved Design Review, Coastal Development Permit, and Exceptions for 3 residential units at 405 Poli Street (5-0)
• Continued Major Design Review, Coastal Development Permit, and Lot Line Adjustment for 211, 231, 245 Thompson Boulevard to May 24, 2023 (5-0)

Water Commission

The Ventura Water Commission will review and potentially recommend rate increases for the next fiscal year, along with updates on the city's water resources and a report from the general manager. The commission is also set to approve the minutes from the previous meeting.

• Recommend Year Three rate increases of 7% for water and 6% for wastewater, effective July 1, 2023
• Receive 2023 Final Draft Comprehensive Water Resources Report and recommend confirming no water shortage stage
• Approve minutes of March 28, 2023 regular session
• Hear General Manager's report and tentative schedule

The Water Commission recommended a 7% increase for water service and a 6% increase for wastewater service effective July 1, 2023. The commission also recommended that the City Council confirm no water shortage stage has been triggered. Minutes from the March 28, 2023 meeting were approved.

• Approved March 28, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Recommended 7% water service rate increase effective July 1, 2023 (4-0)
• Recommended 6% wastewater service rate increase effective July 1, 2023 (4-0)
• Recommended City Council confirm no water shortage stage is triggered (4-0)

Housing and Homelessness Subcommittee

The subcommittee approved the minutes from the March 28, 2023, regular meeting. The remainder of the meeting consisted of information updates from various service providers and task forces, with no formal actions taken on those items.

• Approved minutes for the March 28, 2023, Regular Meeting (All Ayes)

City Council

The City Council will consider the finalized Fiscal Year 2021-2022 audit and accompanying financial reports. The independent auditors issued unmodified opinions, indicating the financial data is fairly presented and materially correct, with no material misstatements in the City financial audit or the Measure O audit. The agenda includes the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and related audit documents for council consideration and citizen review.

• Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for FY ended June 30, 2022
• Independent Auditors' Report on internal control and compliance
• Measure O Transaction and Use Tax Special Revenue Fund financial statements
• Unmodified opinions on City financials and Measure O audit
• Adoption of GASB No. 87, Leases, effective July 1, 2021

City Council

The Ventura City Council will hold a closed session on potential litigation and a city attorney performance evaluation, followed by a regular meeting. The regular agenda includes consent items such as contract amendments, grant acceptances, and equipment purchases, plus a public hearing on Community Development Block Grant funding. Formal items include receiving the FY 2021-2022 audit results and the proposed FY 2024 operating and capital improvement budget.

• Approve second amendment to legislative services contract with ENS Resources Inc., $6,000/month up to $72,000/year
• Accept $150,515 fire assistance grant from DHS
• Purchase 45 portable radios for fire department, not to exceed $231,460
• Purchase 168 portable radios for police department from Motorola
• Public hearing on 2023-2024 Community Development Block Grant funding

City Council

The Ventura City Council will hold a closed session on potential litigation and a performance evaluation, then a regular meeting with consent items, a public hearing on Community Development Block Grant applications, and formal items including the FY2021-2022 audit and the proposed FY2024 budget. The agenda includes multiple contracts and purchases for fire and police equipment, as well as a fiber connectivity project.

• Approve second amendment to legislative services contract with ENS Resources, $72,000/year
• Accept $150,515 Assistance to Firefighters grant
• Purchase 45 portable radios from BK Technologies for up to $231,460
• Purchase new paramedic squad for up to $314,699
• Approve $599,370 contract with EN Engineering for fiber and connectivity design

The City Council approved a series of consent items including funding for fire and police equipment, legislative representation, and water treatment infrastructure. The council also received the FY 2021-2022 audit results and the proposed FY 2024 budget.

• Approved $72,000 annual contract with ENS Resources Inc. for legislative representation (6-0)
• Authorized acceptance of $150,515 Assistance to Firefighters grant (6-0)
• Approved purchase of 45 portable radios for Fire Department not to exceed $231,460 (6-0)
• Approved purchase of new Paramedic Squad with appropriations up to $314,699 (6-0)
• Approved $599,370 agreement with EN Engineering for fiber and connectivity project (6-0)
• Approved contract with Motorola for 168 new police portable radios (6-0)
• Approved $127,259 agreement with Hopkins Groundwater Consultants for Saticoy Well No. 4 (6-0)
• Approved $447,326 purchase of chlorine gas scrubber for Bailey Treatment Plant (6-0)

Historic Preservation Committee

The April 20, 2023 regular meeting of the City of San Buenaventura (Ventura) Historic Preservation Committee has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is May 18, 2023. No business items are on the agenda.

• Regular meeting cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for May 18, 2023

Finance, Audit & Budget Committee

The Finance, Audit & Budget Committee will meet to approve minutes from its March 16, 2023 special meeting and receive two information reports: the Fiscal Year 2022 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and the Fiscal Year 2024 Proposed Operating and Capital Improvement Projects Budget. No formal action is expected on the information items, which are for review and filing.

• Approval of minutes from March 16, 2023 special meeting
• Receive and file FY2022 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
• Receive and file FY2024 Proposed Operating and Capital Improvement Projects Budget

The committee approved the minutes from the March 16, 2023 special meeting. Members received and filed reports regarding the Fiscal Year 2022 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and the Fiscal Year 2024 Proposed Operating and Capital Improvement Projects Budget.

• Approved March 16, 2023 Special Meeting minutes (2-0)

Design Review Committee

The Design Review Committee will consider two formal items: a minor change to a storage facility's fence at 4451 Market Street, and a major design review for a mixed-use development with 350 residential units and 4,850 sq ft of commercial space at 255, 260, and 290 Maple Court. The committee will make recommendations to the Community Development Director or Planning Commission. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment periods.

• Minor change to fence type at Coastal Storage, 4451 Market Street (0.9-acre site)
• Major Design Review and Planned Development Permit for 350 multi-family units and 4,850 sq ft commercial at Maple Court
• Approval of March 15, 2023 meeting minutes
• Public comment via speaker form or email by 4:00 pm on meeting date

The Design Review Committee recommended the Planning Commission approve a major design review for a mixed-use development featuring 350 residential units and 4,850 square feet of commercial space. The committee also recommended approval for a fence change at a storage facility. March 15 meeting minutes were approved.

• Approved March 15, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Recommended Community Development Director approve fence type change at 4451 Market Street with a 5-year landscaping bond extension (4-0)
• Recommended Planning Commission approve 350 multi-family units and 4,850 sq ft of commercial space at 255, 260, 290 Maple Court with modifications to lighting, landscaping, and building design (4-0)

Economic Development Subcommittee

The Economic Development Subcommittee will meet to approve minutes from March 21, 2023, and receive an update on the Economic Development Strategy. No formal action is expected on the strategy update, as it is an information item. The meeting is open to public comment.

• Approval of minutes from March 21, 2023
• Economic Development Strategy update (information item)
• Future agenda items: prior fee schedule discussion, tax data comparison update

The subcommittee approved the minutes from the March 21, 2023 meeting. The committee also received an update regarding the Economic Development Strategy.

• Approved March 21, 2023 meeting minutes (2-0)
• Received Economic Development Strategy update

Finance, Audit & Budget Committee

The April 18, 2023 special meeting of the Finance, Audit & Budget Subcommittee has been cancelled because of a noticing error. No items were discussed or decided.

General Plan Advisory Committee

The General Plan Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss land use direction for several areas, including Five Points/Pacific View Mall, Arundell/North Bank, SOAR Areas, and the Johnson Corridor. They will also review outstanding questions from other areas and discuss next steps for commenting on the land use designation map. This is a discussion and review meeting, not a final decision-making session.

• Discussion of land use direction for Five Points/Pacific View Mall
• Discussion of land use direction for Arundell/North Bank
• Discussion of land use direction for SOAR Areas
• Discussion of Johnson Corridor with industrial land use designations
• Review of process and next steps for GPAC comment on land use designation map

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing the proposed 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Plan for General Plan conformance. The meeting also includes a request to adopt Planning Commission Protocols and presentations on department workplans.

• General Plan Conformance Review of the 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Plan
• Adoption of Planning Commission Protocols
• Review of Project No. 91158, Project Nos. 96971, and Project No. 96973
• Community Development Department 2022 recap and 2023 workplan presentation

The Planning Commission adopted statements of conformance for multiple projects within the 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Plan. One project was postponed due to a lack of quorum. The commission also adopted its own operational protocols.

• Approved March 22, 2023 Meeting Minutes (5-0)
• Adopted Planning Commission Protocols (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. CD-2023-19 for Project No. 96973 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. CD-2023-20 for Project No. 96971 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. CD-2023-21 for Project Nos. 90109, 91157, 92928, 92950, 93960, 96974, and 97011 (5-0)
• Tabled Project No. 91158 due to lack of quorum

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will rank unfunded Capital Improvement Projects and forward a prioritized list to the City Council. They will also adopt a 2023 workplan and goals, and approve the March 8, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Ranking of unfunded Parks & Recreation Capital Improvement Projects for City Council recommendation
• Adoption of 2023 workplan and goals for the Commission
• Approval of March 8, 2023 meeting minutes

Arts & Culture Commission

The Arts & Culture Commission will review and make a recommendation on a design rendering for a proposed public art mural at 354 W. Ramona Street. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from March 14, 2023, and public communications.

• Review and recommendation on proposed mural design at 354 W. Ramona Street
• Approval of March 14, 2023 meeting minutes

Measure O Citizens Oversight Committee

The Measure O Citizens Oversight Committee is meeting to approve prior meeting minutes, review a financial update, examine the FY 2021-22 annual audit report, and receive a status update on the Measure O granting program. This is a regular oversight meeting focused on monitoring the measure's funds and activities.

• Approve minutes from February 7, 2023 regular meeting
• Measure O financial update
• FY 2021-22 Annual Audit Report (year ended June 30, 2022)
• Measure O granting program status update

City Council

The Ventura City Council will consider consent items including a $917,725 contract for pier corrosion repairs, a revised salary resolution, and a developer fee report. Formal items include an interagency water interconnection agreement, a pavement management plan, and a parking workshop. The meeting also includes closed session litigation discussions.

• Contract with Abhe & Svoboda, Inc. for $917,725 (Project 93061 Pier Corrosion Repairs), with contingency up to $1,009,525
• Adoption of revised salary resolutions for supervisory and maintenance unit employees
• State Water Interconnection Project agreement with Calleguas Municipal Water District and United Water Conservation District
• FY 2023-2027 Pavement Management Plan to be received and filed
• Parking Workshop 2 of 3 on current state of parking

The City Council approved several consent items, including salary standardizations and a pier repair contract. The Council also authorized a water interconnection agreement with two water districts and received the 2023-2027 Pavement Management Plan.

• Approved $917,725 contract with Abhe & Svoboda, Inc. for Pier Corrosion Repairs (Agreement No. PW23-1101)
• Approved water interconnection agreement with Calleguas Municipal Water District and United Water Conservation District (5-1)
• Adopted Resolutions 2023-027 and 2023-028 to standardize salaries for Supervisory and Maintenance unit employees
• Confirmed Deputy Mayor Sanchez-Palacios as voting delegate for Southern California Association of Governments 2023 General Assembly
• Accepted annual report and findings regarding developer fees for FY ending June 30, 2022
• Received and filed the FY 2023-2027 Pavement Management Plan
• Received and filed the Quarter 3 FY 2022/23 Travel Report

City Council

The Ventura City Council will hold a closed session on litigation, then an open meeting to consider consent items and formal topics. Key actions include approving a $917,725 contract for pier corrosion repairs, adopting salary resolutions, and discussing a water interconnection agreement and parking conditions.

• Contract with Abhe & Svoboda, Inc. for $917,725 for Project 93061 pier corrosion repairs, with up to $91,800 contingency
• Adoption of revised salary resolutions for supervisory and maintenance units effective April 10, 2023
• Approval of interagency agreement with Calleguas Municipal Water District and United Water Conservation District for water interconnection
• Workshop on current parking conditions in Ventura (part 2 of 3)
• Closed session on litigation: Susan Poehler v. City of Ventura and National Prescription Opiate Litigation

City Council

This is a special closed-session meeting only, with no public action items. The City Council will discuss labor negotiations with the City Attorney and multiple employee organizations, including SEIU Local 721, fire and police associations, and unrepresented employees. No decisions are scheduled for public session.

• Closed session: labor negotiations with City Attorney (unrepresented employee)
• Closed session: labor negotiations with SEIU Local 721, VMEA, VFMA, VCFA, VPMA, VPOA, and unrepresented employees
• Hybrid meeting with in-person and virtual participation options

The City Council met in a special closed session to conduct conferences with labor negotiators. No public decisions or votes were recorded during this session.

Design Review Committee

The Design Review Committee is holding a special meeting to review a draft Form-Based Code Overlay for residential and mixed-use development on properties outside existing form-based code areas. The item is a formal review with public comment, and the committee will discuss the draft but no final decision is indicated on the agenda.

• Review of draft Form-Based Code Overlay for residential and mixed-use development
• Applies to properties outside existing form-based code areas
• Case planner: Neda Zayer, Interim Community Development Director
• Applicant: City of Ventura
• Public comment accepted in person or via email by 4:00 pm on meeting date

The Design Review Committee reviewed draft Form-Based Code Overlays for residential and mixed-use development. No formal motion or vote was taken, but the committee provided a list of recommendations for the overlays.

• Supported Housing Element Form-Based Code Overlays (no formal vote)

Water Commission

The Ventura Water Commission will receive a presentation and provide comments on the draft 2023 Comprehensive Water Resources Report (CWRR), which projects water supply and demand through 2030. The report indicates no water shortage is triggered, with supply exceeding demand by 19-30% in the near term. The commission's comments are due by April 7, 2023, and the final report will go to the City Council in May or June.

• Draft 2023 CWRR shows projected supply surplus of 2,733-2,967 acre-feet over demand for 2023-2025
• Ventura Botanical Gardens future demand reduced from 134 AFY to 12.46 AFY
• Report includes new diagram on water planning process and Thomas Fire rebuild footnote
• No water shortage stage triggered per 2020 Water Shortage Event Contingency Plan
• Comments due April 7, 2023 to Amanda DeLeon

The Commission approved the minutes from the February 28, 2023 regular session. Other agenda items consisted of oral presentations and reports with no votes taken.

• Approved February 28, 2023 regular session minutes (4-0)

City Council

This is a special closed-session meeting of the Ventura City Council, held in person only, to discuss labor negotiations with multiple employee organizations. The council will meet privately with city negotiators to confer on bargaining strategy for contracts covering general, supervisory, professional, maintenance, fire, and police employees. No public action is scheduled; the only public comment period is for closed-session items.

• Closed session under Government Code Section 54957.6 to confer with labor negotiators on employee organizations including SEIU Local 721, VMEA, VFMA, VCFA, VPMA, and VPOA
• City negotiators are Acting City Manager Akbar Alikhan and Human Resources Director Danielle Keys
• Meeting is in-person only at City Hall, 501 Poli Street, Ventura, CA 93001
• Public comments on closed-session items accepted by email or form until 4:00 p.m. on meeting date

The City Council met in a special closed session to confer with labor negotiators. No public decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes.

Water Commission

The Water Commission will receive updates on the State Water Interconnection Project and the VenturaWaterPure Pre-Construction Assessment Program. They will also review and provide comments on the draft 2023 Comprehensive Water Resources Report. The meeting includes approval of February 28, 2023 minutes and a General Manager's report.

• State Water Interconnection Project update
• Draft 2023 Comprehensive Water Resources Report for review and comment
• VenturaWaterPure Pre-Construction Assessment Program presentation
• General Manager report with tentative Water Commission schedule

The Water Commission approved the minutes from the February 28, 2023 regular session. The remainder of the meeting consisted of staff presentations and reports with no formal votes taken.

• Approved February 28, 2023 regular session minutes (4-0)

Housing and Homelessness Subcommittee

The HOPE & Solutions Subcommittee approved support for a permanent supportive housing project at 5818 Valentine Road and an application for Encampment Resolution Funding-Round 2. The committee also supported the RFP process for the HHAP-4 program.

• Approved February 28, 2023 special meeting minutes (All Ayes)
• Approved support for HHAP-4 Program RFP process (All Ayes)
• Approved support for permanent supportive housing project at 5818 Valentine Road (All Ayes)
• Approved support for Encampment Resolution Funding-Round 2 application (All Ayes)

City Council

The Ventura City Council will hold a regular meeting with a closed session, public hearings, and consent items. Key actions include approving contracts for street maintenance, waterline work, and software services, as well as adopting the 5-year Capital Improvement Program and a housing funding plan. The meeting also includes a study on city employee pay and a coastal program amendment for a property.

• Contract with American Asphalt South for $965,298 for street slurry seal
• Contract with J. Vega Engineering for $934,543 to abandon an 8-inch waterline under a bike path
• Adoption of FY 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Program with multiple project resolutions
• Approval of Permanent Local Housing Allocation Funding Plan for supportive housing
• Authorization for Local Coastal Program Amendment for 2325 Vista Del Mar

The City Council adopted the Fiscal Year 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Program through a series of resolutions. The council also approved financing agreements for the VenturaWaterPure project and a funding plan for permanent local housing. A request for a Local Coastal Program Amendment at 2325 Vista Del Mar was continued to May 22, 2023.

• Approved FY 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Program (Resolutions 2023-018 through 2023-022)
• Approved Permanent Local Housing Allocation Funding Plan (Resolution 2023-17)
• Approved VenturaWaterPure financing agreements (Resolutions 2023-023, 2023-024, FA2023-025, FA2023-026)
• Approved $965,298 contract with American Asphalt South, Inc. for street slurry seal
• Approved $934,543 contract with J. Vega Engineering, Inc. for waterline project
• Approved $768,069.37 agreement extension with Versaterm Public Safety, Inc.
• Approved $481,029 contract amendment with Central Coast Engineering, Inc.
• Tabled Local Coastal Program Amendment for 2325 Vista Del Mar until May 22, 2023

Director's Hearing (Administrative Hearing)

The Director's Hearing will decide on three planning items: an alcohol use permit for a new hotel bar, a coastal permit to demolish and rebuild a single-family home, and a permit to add four units to an existing apartment building. Public comment is accepted in person, virtually, or by email.

• Alcohol Use Permit for The Lodge Bar at 11 South Ash Street (Type 40 and Type 66 licenses)
• Coastal Development Permit to demolish and rebuild a home at 1332 Hanover Lane
• Minor Design Review, Planned Development Permit, and Minor Variance to add 4 units to a 12-unit apartment building at 180 West Ramona Street
• Approval of February 23, 2023 meeting minutes

The Hearing Officer approved an alcohol use permit for a new hotel bar and a coastal development permit for a single-family home. One multi-family housing project was continued to a later date due to a noticing error.

• Approved Alcohol Use Permit for The Lodge Bar at 11 South Ash Street
• Approved Coastal Development Permit for Ito Residence at 1332 Hanover Lane
• Continued 180 West Ramona Street multi-family unit project to April 27, 2023
• Approved February 23, 2023 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will elect its 2023 Chair and Vice Chair. The agenda includes several development requests involving single-family residences, commercial renovations, and historic preservation.

• Election of the Planning Commission Chair and Vice Chair for 2023
• Coastal Development Permit and Variances for a new residence at 1217 Cornwall Lane
• Minor Design Review and Exception for commercial renovations at 1751-1767 East Main Street
• Historic Preservation Design Review and Lot Line Adjustment for Mission Apartments at 79-97 Oak Street

The Planning Commission approved design reviews for commercial renovations on East Main Street and a historic preservation project on Oak Street. The commission also elected its 2023 leadership and continued a residential project on Cornwall Lane to a date uncertain.

• Elected David Comden as 2023 Chair (7-0)
• Elected Jenny Lagerquist as 2023 Vice-Chair (7-0)
• Continued Lundring Residence Coastal Development Permit at 1217 Cornwall Lane to a date uncertain (6-0)
• Approved Minor Design Review and Exception for The Garden commercial renovation at 1751-1767 East Main Street with added parking condition (7-0)
• Approved Historic Preservation Design Review and Lot Line Adjustment for Mission Apartments at 79-97 Oak Street (5-2)
• Approved December 14, 2022 meeting minutes with corrections (5-0)

General Plan Advisory Committee

The General Plan Advisory Committee is meeting to review open land use items and discuss land use direction for several areas, including Downtown, Midtown Corridors, Five Points/Pacific View Mall, and Arundell/North Bank, as well as industrial land use designations. The meeting includes public comment periods and is part of the ongoing General Plan update process.

• Discussion of land use direction for Downtown
• Discussion of land use direction for Midtown Corridors
• Discussion of land use direction for Five Points/Pacific View Mall (if time allows)
• Discussion of land use direction for Arundell/North Bank (if time allows)
• Discussion of industrial land use designations (if time allows)

Economic Development Subcommittee

The subcommittee approved the minutes from the February 21, 2023 meeting. Members received updates regarding Main Street Moves and the Economic Development Strategy.

• Approved February 21, 2023 meeting minutes (All Ayes)

City Council

The Ventura City Council will receive a report on a special audit of meal, travel, reimbursement, and credit card expenses, and hold workshops on parking management and the FY 2024 budget. They will also receive an update on the Fire Department's strategic plan. The meeting includes a closed session for a performance evaluation of the City Attorney.

• Special audit of meal, travel, reimbursement, and credit card expenses
• Parking Workshop 1 of 3 – Introduction to Parking Management
• Fiscal Year 2024 Budget Workshop #2
• Fire Department Strategic Plan Update
• Closed session: performance evaluation of City Attorney

The City Council received and filed reports regarding a special audit of meal, travel, and credit card expenses and the Fire Department's Strategic and Action Plan Update. The council also held workshops regarding parking management and the Fiscal Year 2024 budget.

• Received and filed special audit of meal, travel, reimbursement, and credit card expenses
• Received and filed Fire Department Strategic and Action Plan Update
• Held Parking Workshop 1 of 3 (Introduction to Parking Management)
• Held Fiscal Year 2024 Budget Workshop #2

Historic Preservation Committee

The Historic Preservation Committee will consider two formal items: a request to designate the Brown Busch House at 10807 Telegraph Road as a Historic Landmark, and a Major Design Review for three units at 405 Poli Street. The committee will also approve minutes from its February 16, 2023 meeting. Public comment is accepted in person or via email before the meeting.

• Historic Landmark Designation request for the 3,566 sq-ft Brown Busch House on 1.1 acres at 10807 Telegraph Road
• Major Design Review for three units on 0.2 acres at 405 Poli Street in the Downtown Specific Plan and Coastal Zone
• Approval of February 16, 2023 meeting minutes
• Public comment deadline: 4:00 pm on March 16, 2023 via city form

The Historic Preservation Committee recommended that the City Council approve a landmark designation for the Brown Busch House. The committee also recommended the Planning Commission approve a Major Design Review for a three-unit project on Poli Street.

• Recommended City Council approve Landmark Request for Brown Busch House at 10807 Telegraph Road (3-0)
• Recommended Planning Commission approve Major Design Review for three units at 405 Poli Street (3-0)
• Approved February 16, 2023 meeting minutes (2-1), noted for rehearing as vote did not carry

Finance, Audit & Budget Committee

The Finance, Audit & Budget Committee is holding a special meeting to receive the results of a special audit of meal, travel, reimbursement, and credit card expenses for the City of Ventura. The committee will also consider approving minutes from two prior special meetings. No formal action is expected on the audit report, as it is an information item.

• Special audit of meal, travel, reimbursement, and credit card expenses
• Approval of minutes for January 17, 2023 and February 21, 2023 special meetings
• Public comment period for items not on the agenda

The committee approved the minutes from the January 17 and February 21, 2023 special meetings. The committee also received a report on a special audit regarding city meal, travel, reimbursement, and credit card expenses.

• Approved minutes for January 17, 2023 and February 21, 2023 Special Meetings (All Ayes)

Mobile Home Rent Review Board

The Board will review recent mobile home park rent increases occurring between December 15, 2022, and March 1, 2023. Members will also consider approving the minutes from the December 15, 2022 meeting and an annual report for the City Council.

• Update on mobile home park rent increases under the rent stabilization ordinance
• Approval of the December 15, 2022, meeting minutes
• Annual Report to the City Council regarding Board activities

Design Review Committee

The Design Review Committee will hold a regular meeting to review three design requests: a major design review for a 7-unit apartment building at 1279 Meta Street, a major design review for a 32-unit apartment building at 985 Olive Street, and a design review for a new carwash at 11008 Citrus Drive. The committee will make recommendations on design, architectural, or landscaping changes for each project. The agenda also includes approval of the February 15, 2023 meeting minutes and public communications.

• Major Design Review for Meta Apartments: 3-story, 7-unit building (1 moderate-income affordable unit) at 1279 Meta Street
• Major Design Review for Olive Block Apartments: 2-story, 32-unit building (4 low-income affordable units) with 34 parking spaces at 985 Olive Street
• Design Review for 76 Station Redevelopment: new 1,749 sq ft drive-through carwash at 11008 Citrus Drive
• Approval of February 15, 2023 meeting minutes

The Design Review Committee recommended approval for a 32-unit apartment complex and a new carwash. A request for a 7-unit apartment building was continued to a later date.

• Approved February 15, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Continued Meta Apartments project (1279 Meta Street) to May 17, 2023 hearing (4-0)
• Recommended Community Development Director approve Olive Block Apartments (985 Olive Street) with sidewalk, roof pitch, and landscaping modifications (4-0)
• Recommended Planning Commission approve 76 Station Redevelopment carwash (11008 Citrus Drive) (4-0)

Arts & Culture Commission

The Ventura Arts & Culture Commission is meeting to take action on several items: selecting two members for the 2023-24 Cultural Funding Grant Program peer review panel, reviewing a proposed public art design for a utility box, recommending de-accession of two bike rack sculptures, and approving the Public Art Program's 2023-24 Annual Projects Plan. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public communications.

• Select two commissioners for 2023-24 Cultural Funding Grant Program peer review panel
• Review proposed public art design for utility box at Telegraph Road and Ashwood Avenue
• Recommend de-accession of Bikerfly bike rack sculpture by Tyson Cline at Camino Real Park
• Recommend de-accession of Dragonfly bike rack sculpture by Lt. Mustardseed at Ventura Promenade
• Approve Public Art Program's 2023-24 Annual Projects Plan

City Council

The Ventura City Council will consider accepting a $7,637,360 federal SAFER grant to fund 13 firefighter paramedics, along with several consent items including a new inclusionary housing ordinance, a diversity evaluation contract, and audio-visual upgrades. A public hearing will be held on the HOME-ARP allocation plan for housing funds. The council will also discuss Spanish interpretation services and a capital improvement program study session.

• Accept $7,637,360 SAFER grant for 13 firefighter paramedics
• Adopt inclusionary housing ordinance with in-lieu fees
• Approve $67,990 DEI evaluation contract with Lorri J. Santamaría
• Approve $221,747 audio-visual upgrade for meeting rooms
• Public hearing on HOME-ARP allocation plan

The City Council accepted a $7.6M SAFER grant from the Department of Homeland Security to fund 13 firefighter paramedics. Other key actions included adopting a new Inclusionary Housing Program ordinance and approving a HOME-ARP allocation plan for housing. The Council also voted to continue Spanish language interpretation for meetings.

• Accepted $7,637,360 SAFER grant for 13 firefighter paramedics (All Ayes)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2023-001 replacing Division 25 of the Municipal Code with the Inclusionary Housing Program (All Ayes)
• Approved HOME-ARP Allocation Plan and amended Program Year 2021 Annual Action Plan (All Ayes)
• Approved $74,789 max contract for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Evaluation by Lorri J. Santamaría, Ph.D. (All Ayes)
• Approved $254,747 max for audio-visual upgrades to Community Meeting and Santa Cruz rooms (All Ayes)
• Approved continuing live two-way Spanish interpretation and piloting Spanish translation of agendas (All Ayes)
• Approved $269,997 max contract amendment for VenturaWaterPure strategic communications (5-2)
• Terminated the Mobile Home Resident Litigation Reimbursement Fee (All Ayes)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will hear a presentation on the Ventura River Trail Improvement Project and vote on forwarding a recommendation to City Council. The commission will also establish its 2023 workplan and goals, and rank unfunded Capital Improvement Projects to prioritize for City Council. Consent items include approval of the February 8, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Ventura River Trail Improvement Project presentation and recommendation to City Council
• Ranking of unfunded Parks & Recreation Capital Improvement Projects
• Establishment of 2023 Commission workplan and goals
• Introduction of Cultural Funding Grant Program
• Approval of February 8, 2023 meeting minutes

General Plan Advisory Committee

The General Plan Advisory Committee will discuss and recommend land use direction for the Westside, Downtown, and Midtown Corridors areas, with about 45 minutes per area. Public comment is accepted via speaker forms or email by 4:00 pm on the meeting date. This is a working session focused on land use recommendations.

• Discussion of land use direction for Westside
• Discussion of land use direction for Downtown
• Discussion of land use direction for Midtown Corridors (if time allows)
• Public comment period at 8:30 pm

General Plan Advisory Committee

The General Plan Advisory Committee will discuss and recommend land use direction for several Ventura areas, continuing from previous meetings. The agenda includes Eastside, College, Johnson, and possibly Five Points/Pacific View Mall, with public comment periods.

• Land use discussion for Eastside area
• Land use discussion for College area
• Land use discussion for Johnson area
• Land use discussion for Five Points/Pacific View Mall (if time allows)

Water Commission

The Ventura Water Commission will discuss and potentially recommend approval of the proposed 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Program, receive updates on the VenturaWaterPure program and a federal loan, and review the 2023 Comprehensive Water Resources Report. The meeting is advisory; final decisions rest with the City Council.

• Recommendation to City Council on 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Program water and wastewater projects
• Update on VenturaWaterPure program and planned Membrane Bioreactor Project
• Update on EPA WIFIA loan covering 49% of Phase 1a costs
• Discussion of 2023 Comprehensive Water Resources Report
• Approve minutes of January 24, 2023 regular session

Housing and Homelessness Subcommittee

The Housing and Homelessness Subcommittee will consider recommending the City Council raise the ARCH Shelter bed limit from 55 to 110 to meet grant requirements for an encampment cleanup, and will discuss sub-granting HHAP-4 funds to Project Understanding for a diversion program. The agenda also includes routine items like electing officers, approving minutes, and receiving updates from shelter and service providers.

• Recommend City Council amend resolution to increase ARCH Shelter bed limit from 55 to 110 (ERF-2 grant)
• Inform City Council of intent to sub-grant HHAP-4 funding to Project Understanding for Homeless Diversion and Prevention Program
• Elect Chair and Vice Chair for 2023
• Approve revised 2023 meeting schedule for HOPE & Solutions Subcommittee
• Receive updates from ARCH Shelter, Patrol Task Force, Project Understanding, and Turning Point Foundation

The subcommittee recommended that City Council increase the bed limit at the ARCH Shelter from 55 to 110 to support people displaced by encampment cleanups. The group also elected its 2023 leadership and approved committee procedures and a revised meeting schedule.

• Appointed Councilmember Halter as Chair (All Ayes)
• Appointed Councilmember Campos as Vice Chair (All Ayes)
• Approved December 13, 2022 meeting minutes (All Ayes)
• Approved revised 2023 meeting schedule (All Ayes)
• Approved proposed Committee procedures (All Ayes)
• Recommended City Council increase ARCH Shelter beds from 55 to 110 (All Ayes)
• Continued consideration of HHAP-4 funding sub-grant to Project Understanding (All Ayes)

City Council

The Ventura City Council will hold a public hearing on a new Inclusionary Housing Program Ordinance, which includes in-lieu fees, and will consider several consent items including grant applications for a bollard safety project, water interconnection, and public safety radio upgrades. The council will also discuss a pension update and a study session on the proposed Capital Improvement Program for fiscal years 2024-2028.

• Public hearing on Inclusionary Housing Program Ordinance (Division 25.20) with in-lieu fees
• Authorize grant application for up to $2,760,900 for Main Street Moves Bollard Safety Project
• Authorize grant application for up to $5,000,000 for State Water Interconnection Project
• Authorize grant application for up to $3,000,000 for Police and Fire Radio Project upgrade
• Approve $585,300 contract with Flowers & Associates for waterline construction administration (Project 97955)

The City Council approved the first reading of an ordinance for an Inclusionary Housing Program, setting a July 1, 2023 effective date. The council also approved several grant applications for infrastructure and public safety projects. Other actions included approving historic landmark contracts and pension payments.

• Approved first reading of Inclusionary Housing Program Ordinance (All Ayes)
• Approved Mills Act contracts for Righetti House and Brakey House (All Ayes)
• Authorized grant applications for Main Street Moves ($2.76M), State Water Interconnection ($5M), and Police/Fire Radio Project ($3M)
• Approved $799,046 contract with Travis Agricultural Construction, Inc. for Saticoy Country Club Well 2 (All Ayes)
• Authorized $700,000 Caltrans grant application for Ventura Harbor transportation planning
• Approved $585,300 contract with Flowers & Associates, Inc. for waterline construction administration
• Approved $30,000 increase for JCI Jones Chemicals Inc. purchase order
• Authorized additional discretionary payment to California Public Employee Retirement System (All Ayes)

Director's Hearing (Administrative Hearing)

The Director's Hearing will consider four planning items: an alcohol use permit for Eggs N' Things restaurant, two coastal development permits (for an accessory dwelling unit and a home remodel), and a major design review for a paint color change. All items are recommended for approval as conditioned, and each is categorically exempt from CEQA. The meeting also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and public comment periods.

• Alcohol Use Permit for Eggs N' Things at 4020 East Main Street (Type 41 beer/wine license)
• Coastal Development Permit for 842 sq ft ADU at 1144 Pittsfield Lane
• Major Design Review for paint color change at 350 Paseo De Playa condominium
• Coastal Development Permit for remodel at 1373 Beachmont Street
• Approval of January 26, 2023 meeting minutes

The Hearing Officer approved an alcohol use permit for Eggs N ’ Things and three development permits for residential projects. One approval for a condominium paint color change included a specific condition regarding potential future historic resource identification.

• Approved January 26, 2023, meeting minutes
• Approved Alcohol Use Permit for Eggs N ’ Things at 4020 East Main Street (as conditioned)
• Approved Coastal Development Permit for an 842 square-foot ADU at 1144 Pittsfield Lane (as presented and conditioned)
• Approved Major Design Review for paint color change at 350 Paseo De Playa (with modified condition #1 regarding historic resource identification)
• Approved Coastal Development Permit to remodel a residence at 1373 Beachmont Street (as presented and conditioned)

Planning Commission

The February 22, 2023 regular meeting of the San Buenaventura Planning Commission has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 22, 2023.

• Meeting cancelled

Economic Development Subcommittee

The Economic Development Subcommittee is meeting to select a Chair and Vice Chair, discuss and approve its operating procedures, and adopt its 2023 meeting calendar. It will also receive an update on the city's Economic Development Strategy. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or financial items listed.

• Select Chair and Vice Chair for the Economic Development Committee
• Discuss and approve Committee procedures
• Adopt 2023 meeting calendar
• Receive update on Economic Development Strategy

The subcommittee appointed a Chair and Vice Chair and approved the committee's operating procedures. The body also adopted the 2023 meeting calendar and updated the meeting start time to 3 p.m.

• Appointed Councilmember Duran as Chair (All Ayes)
• Appointed Deputy Mayor Sanchez-Palacios as Vice Chair (All Ayes)
• Approved staff recommendation for committee procedures (All Ayes)
• Approved 2023 meeting calendar and 3 p.m. meeting time (All Ayes)

Finance, Audit & Budget Committee

The Finance, Audit, and Budget Committee will receive a report on the city's pension obligations with CalPERS and consider authorizing the Finance Department to adjust appropriations for an additional discretionary payment. This is a special meeting with one formal item.

• Receive pension status report with CalPERS
• Authorize additional discretionary pension payment
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per item

The Finance, Audit & Budget Committee accepted the staff recommendation to receive a report on pension obligations with the California Pension Employee Retirement System. The committee authorized the Finance Department to adjust appropriations for an additional discretionary payment.

• Approved pension report and authorization for additional discretionary payment (2-1)

General Plan Advisory Committee

The General Plan Advisory Committee met to discuss and recommend land use direction for four specific subareas: Victoria, Pierpont, Eastside, and College. The agenda included a review of survey results and community feedback for these areas. The committee planned to spend approximately 45 minutes discussing each area, with the College area to be covered only if time allowed.

• Discussion of land use direction for the Victoria subarea
• Discussion of land use direction for the Pierpont subarea
• Discussion of land use direction for the Eastside subarea
• Discussion of land use direction for the College subarea (if time allows)
• Review of Land Use Alternatives Survey Results

Historic Preservation Committee

The Historic Preservation Committee will consider approving the minutes from its January 19, 2023 meeting, adopt its protocols, elect a chair and vice chair for 2023, and review a Historic Design Review for renovations to the Pierpont Inn at 550 Sanjon Road. The committee will also receive an informational presentation on the Community Development Department's 2022 recap and 2023 workplan.

• Historic Design Review for Pierpont Inn renovations at 550 Sanjon Road (PROJ-22-0018)
• Election of 2023 Committee Chair and Vice Chair
• Adoption of Historic Preservation Committee Protocols
• Approval of January 19, 2023 meeting minutes
• Community Development Department 2022 Recap and 2023 Workplan presentation

Parking Advisory Committee

The Downtown Parking Advisory Committee will receive updates on real-time parking occupancy signage for the Downtown Parking Structure, review proposed parking structure projections and modeling, and hear a monthly update on parking district budget revenue and utilization. The committee also will consider approving minutes from the November 17, 2022 meeting and receive communications on Main Street Moves, parking workshops, and staffing.

• Real-time parking occupancy signage update for Downtown Parking Structure
• Review of Proposed Parking Structure Projections and Modeling (Palm St/Santa Clara St)
• Monthly update on Downtown Parking District Budget revenue and utilization
• Approval of November 17, 2022 meeting minutes
• Main Street Moves update and parking workshops announcement

Design Review Committee

The Design Review Committee will consider two development requests: a minor change to an approved 88-unit residential building at 935 East Front Street, and a design review, coastal development permit, and exception for three units at 405 Poli Street. The committee will also elect its chair and vice chair for 2023, approve meeting minutes and protocols, and receive an informational recap of the Community Development Department's 2022 work and 2023 plan.

• Minor change to 88-unit, 4-story residential building at 935 East Front Street (PROJ-22-0238)
• Design Review, Coastal Development Permit, and Exception for 3 units at 405 Poli Street (PROJ-15382)
• Election of Design Review Committee Chair and Vice Chair for 2023
• Approval of January 18, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approval of Design Review Committee Protocols

The Design Review Committee recommended approval for a minor change to a residential building at 935 East Front Street and a three-unit project at 405 Poli Street. The committee also elected its 2023 leadership and approved committee protocols.

• Approved January 18th meeting minutes (3-1)
• Approved Design Review Committee Protocols (4-0)
• Elected Albert Antelman as Chair (4-0)
• Elected Anthony Tomasello as Vice-Chair (4-0)
• Recommended Community Development Director approve Minor Change for 935 East Front Street (4-0)
• Recommended Planning Commission approve Design Review for 405 Poli Street with fire code and drought-tolerant landscaping modifications (3-1)

Housing and Homelessness Subcommittee

The HOPE & Solutions Subcommittee's regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, February 14, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, March 14, 2023. This agenda contains only a notice of cancellation and no items for discussion or decision.

• Regular meeting cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for March 14, 2023

The regular meeting scheduled for February 14, 2023, was cancelled. No substantive decisions were made.

Arts & Culture Commission

The February 14, 2023 regular meeting of the Arts & Culture Commission is cancelled. The next scheduled meeting will be held on March 14, 2023 at 5:30 PM.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for March 14, 2023 at 5:30 PM

Appointments Recommendation Committee

The Appointments Recommendation Committee will hold a special meeting to elect a Chair and Vice-Chair, approve its procedures, and make recommendations for appointments to the Measure O Citizens Oversight Committee and the Historic Preservation Committee. The committee will also discuss youth appointments to Council Advisory Groups. Public comments are limited to three minutes per item.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Approval of committee procedures
• Recommendation for one vacancy on Measure O Citizens Oversight Committee
• Recommendation for one vacancy on Historic Preservation Committee
• Discussion of youth appointments to Council Advisory Groups

The Appointments Recommendation Committee elected its leadership and approved operating procedures. The committee recommended two individuals for four-year appointments to city committees and requested a report on youth inclusion in other jurisdictions.

• Appointed Councilmember McReynolds as Chair (All Ayes)
• Appointed Councilmember Duran as Vice-Chair (All Ayes)
• Approved committee procedures with additions for staff names and public written remarks (All Ayes)
• Recommended Geraldine Rubey to the Measure O Citizens Oversight Committee for a four-year term (All Ayes)
• Recommended Susan Stratton to the Historic Preservation Committee for a four-year term (All Ayes)
• Requested City Clerk Michael MacDonald provide a report on youth inclusion in neighboring jurisdictions

City Council

The Ventura City Council will consider adopting the 2023-2024 City Council Goals, approving an employment agreement for an Interim City Manager, and making an additional discretionary pension payment. The agenda also includes several consent items such as contract amendments for IT and water programs, and a resolution extending a local emergency due to severe storms.

• Resolution reconfirming and extending local emergency due to severe storms
• Approve $1,098,035 amendment to eNABLE LLC for Workday ERP project (total not-to-exceed $2,273,035)
• Approve $80,000 amendment to Park Consulting Group for EnerGov system (total $439,500)
• Adopt revised salary resolution for unrepresented employees
• Approve employment agreement for Interim City Manager

The City Council voted to hire Bob Murray and Assoc. to recruit a new City Manager and approved an employment agreement for an Interim City Manager. The Council also adopted the 2023-2024 City Council Goals and extended a local emergency declaration due to severe storms.

• Appointed Bob Murray and Assoc. to conduct City Manager recruitment (7-0)
• Approved employment agreement for Interim City Manager (All Ayes)
• Adopted 2023-2024 City Council Goals (6-0)
• Extended local emergency declaration for severe storms (Resolution No. 2023-006)
• Approved $1,098,035 IT project management amendment with eNABLE LLC
• Approved $80,000 amendment with Park Consulting Group for EnerGov system
• Approved license agreement with 184 Ann LLC for public right-of-way use
• Adopted revised salary resolution for unrepresented employees (Resolution No. 2023-007)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will receive a presentation on the January 9, 2023 flood impacts at Buenaventura Golf Course and remediation efforts. They will also discuss the 2023 workplan and goals, and receive an overview of the department's Capital Improvement Projects. The only action item is approval of the January 11, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Presentation on Buenaventura Golf Course flood impacts of January 9, 2023 and remediation efforts by KemperSports General Manager Carl Van Vallier
• Discussion of 2023 Workplan & Goals
• Overview and discussion of Parks & Recreation Capital Improvement Projects
• Approval of January 11, 2023 meeting minutes

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss a proposal to open a batting cage at Community Park on Kimball. The request comes from a local owner/operator seeking to expand, noting the nearest facilities are in Oxnard and Santa Barbara. No decision has been made; the item is for discussion.

• Proposal for batting cage at Community Park on Kimball
• Request from local owner/operator to open new location
• Discussion of requirements and details for potential facility

Measure O Citizens Oversight Committee

The Measure O Citizens Oversight Committee will meet to approve prior meeting minutes, receive a financial update on Measure O funds, hear mid-year departmental updates, and select a chair and vice-chair for 2023. The agenda is routine oversight business with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approve minutes from November 1, 2022 regular meeting
• Measure O financial update
• Mid-year departmental updates presentation
• Selection of chair and vice-chair for 2023

Arts & Culture Commission

The Arts & Culture Commission is holding a special meeting to elect a Chair and Vice Chair for 2023, approve the 2023 meeting calendar, and receive an update on public art projects. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from a prior meeting and informational updates on the commission's work plan.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair for 2023
• Approval of 2023 meeting calendar (10 dates listed)
• Public Art Program Update & Upcoming Public Art Projects
• Approval of minutes from November 15, 2022 special meeting

City Council

The Ventura City Council is holding a special meeting to provide input on the 2023-2024 Council Goals and direct staff to return with a final list for adoption. The agenda contains only this one formal item, along with routine procedural matters such as roll call, closed session report, and public communications.

• 2023-2024 City Council Goal Setting Session
• Public comment allowed on agenda items (3 minutes per speaker)
• In-person attendance only at Ventura County Museum, 100 E Main Street

The City Council provided input on the 2023-2024 Council Goals and directed staff to return with a goal list for final adoption. The discussed goals include plans for broadband, homelessness, and fire services.

• Directed staff to return with 2023-2024 goal list for final adoption
• Proposed development of a Broadband Master Plan
• Proposed completion of a Homelessness plan and Housing Services Report this calendar year
• Proposed completion of the Fire Services Initiative this calendar year
• Proposed update to the Short-Term Vacation Rentals (STVR) Ordinance by 12/31/2023
• Proposed development of a city-wide disaster response public education plan
• Proposed evaluation of potential changes to the City Charter
• Proposed Council workshop on undergrounding city-wide utilities

Director's Hearing (Administrative Hearing)

The Director's Hearing will consider two items: an alcohol use permit for Art's Corner Café and a historic design review for exterior changes to a commercial building on Santa Clara Street. Public comment is invited in person, virtually, or by email.

• Alcohol Use Permit for Type 47 license at Art's Corner Café, 1907 E. Thompson Blvd.
• Historic Design Review for façade changes at 211 E. Santa Clara
• Approval of December 15, 2022 meeting minutes
• Both projects are categorically exempt from CEQA

The Hearing Officer approved an alcohol use permit for Art’s Corner Café and a historic design review for exterior changes to the Santa Clara House. The meeting minutes from December 15, 2022, were also approved.

• Approved December 15, 2022 Meeting Minutes
• Approved Alcohol Use Permit for Art’s Corner Café at 1907 E. Thompson Blvd (as conditioned)
• Approved Historic Design Review for exterior façade changes at 211 E. Santa Clara (as conditioned)

Planning Commission

The January 25, 2023 regular meeting of the City of San Buenaventura Planning Commission has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 22, 2023.

Water Commission

The Ventura Water Commission will review and comment on a draft interagency agreement for the State Water Interconnection Project, and may recommend City Council approval. The agenda also includes routine items such as electing a chair and vice chair, approving minutes, and receiving updates on finances, water well agreements, and commission roles.

• Review of Draft Construction/Operation Interagency Agreement for State Water Interconnection Project
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair for 2023
• Fiscal Year 2023 quarter 2 financial update for Water and Wastewater Enterprise Funds
• Update on City's Water Well Agreement Process
• Approval of November 29, 2022 meeting minutes

The Water Commission recommended that City Council approve the Draft Construction/Operation Interagency Agreement for the State Water Interconnection Project. The commission also elected its leadership for 2023 and approved previous meeting minutes.

• Approved minutes of November 29, 2022 regular session (5-0)
• Elected Commissioner Clite as Water Commission Chair (5-0)
• Elected Commissioner Eranio as Water Commission Vice Chair (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approve the Draft Construction/Operation Interagency Agreement for the State Water Interconnection Project (5-0)

City Council

The Ventura City Council will hold a regular meeting with a closed session first to discuss labor negotiations, the City Manager position, and potential litigation. During the public meeting, the council will vote on consent items including several legal service contract amendments, a $1.8 million skatepark design-build contract, and a $4.2 million FEMA grant application for fire equipment. Formal items include a $10.99 million waterline construction contract, a budget workshop with a mid-year financial update, and a public hearing on an appeal of a residential project permit.

• Approve $10,999,999 construction contract with Sam Hill & Sons for the Midtown to Westside waterline interconnect (Project 97955)
• Authorize $4,205,900 FEMA grant application for a fire engine, US&R vehicle, SCBA replacements, and hazmat training
• Approve $1,819,609 design-build contract with Grindline Skateparks for Skateboard Park Improvements (Project 92928)
• Public hearing on appeal of the Fritch Residence Project (PROJ 15454) at 196 Nob Hill Lane
• Increase outside counsel agreements: $150,000 for Silver & Wright, $300,000 for Best Best & Krieger, $150,000 for California Eminent Domain Law Group

The City Council approved a major construction contract for a waterline interconnect and several other infrastructure projects. The council also authorized funding increases for outside legal counsel and approved a design-build contract for skateboard park improvements.

• Approved $10,999,999 contract with Sam Hill & Sons, Inc. for Midtown to Westside Interconnect waterline (All Ayes)
• Approved $1,819,609 design-build contract with Grindline Skateparks, Inc. for skateboard park improvements (All Ayes)
• Approved $1,875,000 purchase order with Granite Construction Company for asphalt materials (All Ayes)
• Approved $424,107 contract with Union Engineering Company, Inc. for Water Reclamation Facility Strain Press Platform (All Ayes)
• Approved $150,000 increase for Silver and Wright LLP for code enforcement legal services (All Ayes)
• Approved $300,000 increase for Best, Best & Krieger for on-call legal services (All Ayes)
• Approved $150,000 increase for California Eminent Domain Law Group, APC for streetlight acquisition analysis (All Ayes)
• Revised approval for Fritch Residence Project to include specific ridgeline heights and fireplace ventilation (All Ayes)

Historic Preservation Committee

The Historic Preservation Committee will hold a special meeting to consider recommending two Mills Act contracts to the City Council, which would provide financial incentives for maintenance of the Brakey House and Righetti House. The agenda also includes approval of past meeting minutes and the 2023 calendar.

• Mills Act contract for Brakey House at 411 Poli Street
• Mills Act contract for Righetti House at 125 Park Row
• Approval of July 20, 2022 and August 18, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approval of 2023 Historic Preservation Committee calendar

The Historic Preservation Committee recommended that the City Council approve Mills Act contracts for two local landmarks to provide financial incentives for maintenance. The committee also approved its 2023 calendar and previous meeting minutes.

• Recommended City Council approve Mills Act contract for Brakey House at 411 Poli Street (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approve Mills Act contract for Righetti House at 125 Park Row, excluding landscaping costs (5-0)
• Approved 2023 Committee Calendar (5-0)
• Approved July 20, 2022 and August 18, 2022 meeting minutes (3-2)

Design Review Committee

The Committee will review a request to change paint colors on an existing condominium building and a proposal for a new 5-story mixed-use building. Members will consider recommendations for these projects before sending them to the Community Development Director or Planning Commission.

• 350 Paseo De Playa: Major Design Review to change paint color on an existing condominium
• 701 Santa Clara Street: Major Design Review for a 5-story mixed use building with 80 residential units and 2,407 square feet of commercial space

The Design Review Committee approved a paint color change for a condominium building. A proposal for a 5-story mixed-use building at 701 Santa Clara Street was continued to a later date with several design recommendations.

• Approved December 07, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved Major Design Review for paint color change at 350 Paseo De Playa (4-0)
• Continued Major Design Review for 701 Santa Clara Street to a date uncertain with design recommendations (3-0)

General Plan Advisory Committee

The General Plan Advisory Committee (GPAC) will discuss results of a land use alternatives survey, confirm direction from November 2022, and organize into sub-groups to make land use recommendations for specific geographic areas. The committee will also agree on the timeline and end result of its work. This is a working meeting focused on process and next steps for the General Plan update.

• Discussion of land use alternatives survey results
• Confirmation of GPAC direction from November 2022
• Creation of sub-groups for geographic areas
• Agreement on timeline and end result of GPAC work

Finance, Audit & Budget Committee

The Finance, Audit & Budget Committee will hold a special meeting to elect a Chair and Vice-Chair, discuss committee procedures, and set its 2023 meeting schedule. The main substantive item is a preview of Budget Workshop #1, including a financial update, 5-year General Fund outlook, and pension overview. The agenda is largely procedural, with the budget preview being the only item with detailed content.

• Election of Committee Chair and Vice-Chair
• Discussion and approval of Committee procedures
• Setting 2023 meeting schedule
• Preview of Budget Workshop #1: FY 2023 Financial Update (General Fund, Measure O Fund, Ventura Water Operating Funds)
• 5-Year General Fund Outlook and Pension Overview Presentation

The Finance, Audit & Budget Committee appointed its Chair and Vice-Chair for the 2023 calendar year. The committee approved updated procedures regarding agenda staff names and public written remarks. Members also established a meeting schedule for 2023.

• Approved minutes from October 25, 2022 (All Ayes)
• Appointed Deputy Mayor Sanchez-Palacios as Chair (All Ayes)
• Appointed Councilmember Halter as Vice-Chair (All Ayes)
• Approved committee procedures with additions for staff names on agendas and public written remarks (All Ayes)
• Set 2023 meeting time for Tuesdays at 4:30 p.m.

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Ventura Parks & Recreation Commission is holding its regular January meeting with mostly administrative items: approving November 2022 minutes, adopting the 2023 meeting calendar, electing a Chair and Vice Chair, and discussing the 2023 workplan and goals. The Recreation Division will give an overview presentation. Public comment is invited on non-agenda items.

• Recreation Division overview presentation by Recreation Manager Steven De Fratus
• Approval of November 9, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approval of 2023 meeting calendar (August 9 and December 13 marked dark)
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair for 2023
• Discussion of 2023 workplan and goals (no action)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting on January 11, 2023. The agenda includes public communications, including a written comment requesting that the city resurface sport courts, citing cracked surfaces as tripping hazards. No other substantive items are listed; the agenda is largely procedural.

• Public comment requesting resurfacing of city sport courts, citing cracked surfaces as tripping hazards

Arts & Culture Commission

The Ventura Arts & Culture Commission is holding its regular meeting to approve minutes, elect a chair and vice chair for 2023, and approve the 2023 meeting calendar. The agenda also includes a public art program update and work plan updates. No major policy decisions or financial items are listed.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair for 2023
• Approval of 2023 meeting calendar (10 dates from February to November)
• Approval of minutes from November 15, 2022 special meeting
• Public Art Program Update presentation

Arts & Culture Commission

The regularly scheduled January 10, 2023 meeting of the Arts & Culture Commission has been cancelled. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled

City Council

The Ventura City Council will meet in regular session to consider consent items including contract amendments, a revised salary resolution, and a grant application, plus a formal item on the Council's goal-setting process. The agenda is largely routine, with most items expected to be approved without discussion unless pulled by a councilmember or the public.

• First Amendment to Professional Services Agreement 2022-127 with MV Cheng & Associates, Inc. for interim staffing, new not-to-exceed $660,000, completion by August 31, 2024
• Second Amendment to Agreement No. 2021-051 with Kennedy Jenks Consultants for Eastside to Westside Waterline Interconnection design, $372,131 increase to $1,239,964 total
• Resolution to apply for up to $2,053,000 in Proposition 1 Integrated Regional Water Management Implementation Grant funds for the Eastside to Westside Waterline Interconnection Project
• Adoption of revised salary resolution for supervisory unit employees effective January 9, 2022
• Disbanding the VenturaWaterPure Ad Hoc Committee as part of 2023 Councilmember assignments

The City Council reconfirmed a local emergency resulting from severe storms and set its termination for February 28, 2023. The Council also approved several professional services agreements and appointed Akbar Alikhan as Interim City Manager.

• Reconfirmed local emergency due to severe storms to terminate February 28, 2023 (Resolution No. 2023-001)
• Appointed Akbar Alikhan as Interim City Manager
• Approved $660,000 contract amendment with MV Cheng & Associates, Inc. (Agreement No. 2022-127.1)
• Approved $50,000 contract with Ebix, Inc. for benefit enrollment website (Agreement No. 2023-001)
• Approved $372,131 contract amendment with Kennedy Jenks Consultants Inc. (Agreement No. 2021-051.2)
• Approved $48,381 contract amendment with Fugro USA Land, Inc. (Agreement No. PW22-1023.3)
• Approved $62,810 funding increase for Raftelis Financial Consultants, Inc. (Agreement No. 2022-022.1)
• Authorized application for up to $2,053,000 in Proposition 1 grant funds (Resolution No. 2023-003)