Meeting Summary
Present: 2-Santangelo, 3-Kildee, 4-Trembley, 1-Tennessen · Absent: 5-Martinez-Bravo
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At a glance
Closed Session
- The City Attorney reported that the Council conferred with legal counsel regarding existing litigation involving the OPV Coalition and the Fox Canyon Groundwater Management Agency.
- No reportable action was taken during the closed session.
Moorpark College Report
- The college president presented data on enrollment growth, transfer success rates, and workforce development partnerships.
- Highlights included the college’s status as an Aspen Prize finalist and new bachelor’s degree programs in biomanufacturing and cybersecurity.
- Council members inquired about transfer agreements, student demographics, and the projected cost of a planned amphitheater.
Enterprise Asset Management System
- Staff proposed awarding a contract to NextGen Asset Management for a cloud-based system to track asset lifecycles and maintenance.
- The system will integrate with 16 existing city systems, with a projected go-live date in late March 2027.
- Council members asked questions regarding data ownership, cybersecurity standards, and integration details.
- The Council approved the staff recommendations and requested a status report by September 2026.
Mid-Year Budget Report
- Staff presented the FY 2025-26 mid-year budget review, noting revenue decreases due to softer consumer spending and a delayed hotel opening.
- The proposed ending general fund balance for June 30, 2026, is approximately $103 million.
- Staff proposed committing $21.9 million of the general fund balance to Continuum of Care and facility improvement projects.
- The Water Utility Fund showed revenue decreases attributed to wetter weather and reduced demand.
KidStream Children’s Museum Funding
- The Assistant City Manager presented a request for $150,000 in funding for furniture, fixtures, and equipment.
- Public speakers and the museum’s Executive Director emphasized the museum’s role in early childhood development and economic impact.
- Council members discussed the investment in community well-being and economic development.
- The Council approved the appropriation of $150,000 to KidStream.
Full summary
Closed Session
- The City Attorney reported that the Council convened in closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding existing litigation involving the OPV Coalition versus the Fox Canyon Groundwater Management Agency, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1). No reportable action was taken.
Public Comment
- Five members of the public addressed the Council. Speakers raised concerns regarding Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activities in the city, including reports of detentions, interactions with local law enforcement, and the impact on the immigrant community. One speaker urged the Council not to renew the city’s contract with Flock Safety for automated license plate reader cameras, citing privacy and cost concerns. Another speaker read letters from children detained in ICE facilities.
Council Staff and Intergovernmental Reports
- Dr. Julius Sukenu, President of Moorpark College, presented a report on the college’s operations, enrollment growth, transfer success rates, and workforce development partnerships. He highlighted the college’s ranking as an Aspen Prize finalist, its new bachelor’s degree programs in biomanufacturing and cybersecurity, and its collaboration with the Naval Base Ventura County for internships and training. Council members asked questions regarding transfer agreements to CSU and UC institutions, the average age of students, and the projected cost of a planned amphitheater.
Council Comments
- Council members reported on their recent meetings and activities. These included attendance at Mobile Home Rent Stabilization Ad Hoc Committee meetings, CSUCI site authority meetings, the Regional Defense Partnership monthly meeting, and the grand opening of the Boys & Girls Club STEM Center. Council members also noted the opening of a new tiki-themed restaurant in Camarillo and attended the Miracle League of the 805 fundraiser.
Consent Agenda
- The Council considered the consent agenda. One public speaker asked questions regarding water and wastewater rate studies and road resurfacing contracts; staff agreed to follow up with the speaker. The Vice Mayor requested a comparative analysis of library staff holidays and city holiday policies relative to other regional municipalities. The motion to approve the consent agenda was moved and seconded. The vote passed unanimously.
Item J: Award of Software Licensing and Management Services
- Staff presented a proposal to award a contract for an Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) system. The presentation detailed the selection process, which involved a structured procurement with the assistance of a consultant, resulting in the selection of NextGen Asset Management. The system is cloud-based, hosted on Microsoft Azure, and will integrate with 16 existing city systems to track asset lifecycles, maintenance, and capital planning. The projected implementation timeline is 12 to 13 months, with a go-live date in late March 2027. Council members asked questions regarding data ownership, cybersecurity standards, and integration details. A motion was made to approve the staff recommendations and to request a status report from staff on or before September 2026, including specific examples of assets managed by the system. The vote passed unanimously.
Item K: Mid-Year Budget Report and Commitment of General Fund Surplus
- Staff presented the FY 2025-26 mid-year budget review. Key adjustments included a decrease in general fund revenues due to softer consumer spending and a delay in the opening of a new hotel, partially offset by increases in unsecured property tax and investment earnings. Expenditure adjustments included transfers to the Solid Waste Fund and Capital Improvement Project Fund. The proposed ending general fund balance for June 30, 2026, is approximately $103 million. Staff also proposed committing $21.9 million of the general fund balance to the Continuum of Care and facility improvement projects. The Water Utility Fund showed a revenue decrease attributed to wetter weather and reduced demand, with expenditure increases related to litigation.
Request for Funding: KidStream Children’s Museum
- The Assistant City Manager presented a request from KidStream Children’s Museum for $150,000 in funding for furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E). The request was reviewed under City Council Policy 1.12 regarding grant funding. Public speakers, including the museum’s board chair and a board member, spoke in support of the funding, emphasizing the museum’s role in early childhood development, community equity, and economic impact. The museum’s Executive Director provided an update on construction progress, indicating an expected opening mid-year. Council members discussed the investment in community well-being and economic development. A motion was made to approve staff recommendations 1, 2, and 3, including the appropriation of $150,000 to KidStream. The vote passed unanimously.
Adjournment
- The City Attorney confirmed no further reportable action from closed session. The meeting was adjourned.