City Council — January 28, 2026

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Mayor presented recognition for a previously approved $70,000 allocation for food assistance.
Funds are designated for Camarillo residents, CSU students, and Somos Ranch residents.
Representatives noted the organization serves over 250,000 Ventura County residents annually.
Council members acknowledged the partnership impact and importance of the assistance.

Vice Mayor Martinez Bravo requested an adjournment in memory of Hayden Fisher Miller.
Shared details regarding Miller’s military service and death in Ukraine.
Suggested donations for the Camarillo Animal Shelter in lieu of flowers.

Staff presented a revised draft addressing feedback on staffing, care, and funding strategies.
The plan targets a two-thirds reduction in local homelessness by year five.
Council members suggested removing the term "aspirational" from the cover page.
The motion to adopt the Camarillo Homelessness Strategic Plan passed with a unanimous vote.

A special meeting was convened regarding the OPV Coalition matter versus Fox Canyon.
The council recessed to hold the session pursuant to Government Code section 54956.9 D1.
The council was scheduled to reconvene later to continue the closed session item.

The regular meeting of the City Council, Camarillo Sanitation District, CLB, SA, IDA, EPFA, and CCIC was called to order on January 28, 2026. A special meeting was convened prior to the regular session regarding a closed session item pursuant to Government Code section 54956.9 D1 concerning the OPV Coalition matter versus Fox Canyon. The council recessed to hold the closed session and returned to the regular meeting at 5 p.m.

The Mayor presented a special recognition to Ventura County Food Share. A $70,000 allocation approved in October was discussed, designated for food assistance for Camarillo residents, CSU Channel Islands students, and Somos Ranch residents regardless of immigration status. Representatives from Food Share expressed gratitude for the funding, noting the organization serves over 250,000 Ventura County residents annually, with approximately 7,800 in Camarillo. Council members commented on the partnership, the impact of the funding, and the importance of food assistance.

Vice Mayor Martinez Bravo requested an adjournment in memory of Hayden Fisher Miller. The Mayor and Vice Mayor shared details regarding Miller’s life, military service in the U.S. Army, and his service in Ukraine where he died on October 9. In lieu of flowers, donations were suggested for the Camarillo Animal Shelter.

Nine speakers addressed the Council on various topics:
Ventura County Leadership Academy: An executive director announced the 2026 Journey to Leadership Award Honorees and invited council members to the upcoming luncheon.
Immigration Enforcement and Community Safety: Multiple speakers discussed concerns regarding ICE enforcement activities in the community, reporting abduction statistics, and requesting an Immigrants’ Stakeholders Committee. Speakers expressed concerns about trust between law enforcement and the community, the safety of undocumented residents, and the adequacy of current city resources and website information regarding immigration.
Flock Safety Cameras: Speakers requested the termination of the contract with Flock Safety and the covering of deployed cameras. Concerns were raised regarding privacy, public accessibility to live feeds, data security vulnerabilities, and potential collaboration with federal agencies.
Veterans Affairs: A speaker requested the addition of names to war memorial plaques, the establishment of a Citizens Advisory Committee for Veterans Affairs, and consideration of a freeway sign for a missing in action service member.
Political and Social Commentary: Speakers addressed broader concerns regarding immigration policy, federal enforcement strategies, and civil rights.

Library Update: Staff announced a new 12-bay laptop dispenser for patron checkout and a redesign of the existing tech lab into "The Workspace," a meeting space for up to 15 people.
Oxnard College: College leadership presented on the institution's 50th anniversary, academic rankings, enrollment growth, and new programs, including a bachelor's degree in dental hygiene. Council members congratulated the college, and questions were raised regarding the retention of local talent.

Council members reported on meetings attended, including the California Association of Sanitation Agencies (CASA) conference, the City Selection Committee, and community forums. The Mayor noted the unanimous election of a council member to continue in a representative role on Fox Canyon. The Vice Mayor shared a personal experience regarding an ICE office visit and discussed the ongoing work to increase public trust and support for community safety.

The Council reviewed the Consent Calendar. There was no public comment. A motion to approve the Consent Calendar was made by the Vice Mayor and seconded by the Mayor. The motion passed with a vote of 5-0.

Staff and consultant Lassar Development Consultants presented a revised Draft City of Camarillo Homelessness Strategic Plan. Revisions addressed feedback from a previous Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness Committee meeting and included clarifications on the plan’s aspirational nature, funding strategies, organizational staffing, trauma-informed care, and community education goals. The plan aims for a two-thirds reduction in Camarillo residents experiencing homelessness by year five.
Public Comment: One speaker asked about ICE targeting of unhoused individuals and wellness farms; the Mayor requested comments stay relevant to the agenda item. Another speaker offered recommendations regarding prayer, partnerships with Housing Trust Fund Ventura County, and incorporating regenerative agriculture into affordable housing land use.
Council Discussion: Council members discussed the plan, noting the improvements in the revisions, the importance of trauma-informed care, and the need for periodic updates on the plan’s implementation. It was suggested that the term "aspirational" be removed from the cover page and an organization name (Autism Society of Ventura County) be updated.
Action: Councilmember Tremblay moved to adopt the Camarillo Homelessness Strategic Plan. Councilmember Santangelo seconded the motion.
Vote: The motion passed with a vote of 5-0.

The meeting was adjourned in memory of Hayden Fisher Miller. The Council was scheduled to reconvene in special session to continue the closed session item.