Meeting Summary
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At a glance
Juneteenth Proclamation
- The Council received a presentation on the 35th Annual Juneteenth Freedom Day Celebration scheduled for June 2026.
- The Mayor Pro Tem read a ceremonial proclamation recognizing the holiday's historical significance.
- No formal vote was taken as the item served as a community recognition.
Hueneme Beach Festival Invitation
- Staff presented logistical details for the 2026 festival, including an earlier start time and free admission.
- Council members inquired about the youth poster contest, lawn chair policies, and police explorer roles.
- The item was informational and no formal vote was taken.
Crossing Guard MOU Renewal
- The Council discussed renewing the Memorandum of Understanding for crossing guard services at Hueneme Elementary.
- Staff clarified that administrative workload has decreased and contractor insurance is primary.
- A motion to approve the MOU passed unanimously.
Interim Housing Policy
- The Council discussed an interim policy to ensure compliance with state housing laws and avoid penalties.
- Staff explained alignment efforts with the Department of Housing and Community Development.
- A motion to approve the interim policy passed unanimously.
Annual Hero Award Nomination
- The Council reviewed the Citizens Advisory Commission's recommendation to recognize weekly beach cleanup volunteers.
- Members discussed nomination precedents and agreed the award should honor the volunteer group.
- A motion to accept the recommendation and direct staff to review award criteria passed unanimously.
Assessment Districts Public Hearing
- A public hearing was held to levy assessments for lighting, parkway, and drainage maintenance districts.
- Staff presented engineer reports detailing rising costs and the necessity of the assessments.
- The Council adopted resolutions ordering the levy and collection of assessments unanimously.
2025 Urban Water Management Plan
- The Council held a public hearing on the plan covering water supply analysis and demand projections through 2050.
- Staff confirmed the city meets state usage targets and relies on imported water sources.
- A motion to adopt the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan Resolution passed unanimously.
2025 Water Shortage Contingency Plan
- A public hearing addressed the adoption of a plan outlining mandatory actions for six levels of water shortage.
- Staff explained the plan's alignment with state requirements for managing supply during emergencies.
- The Council unanimously adopted the 2025 Water Shortage Contingency Plan Resolution.
Short-Term Rental Regulations
- The Council discussed proposed ordinance revisions focusing on posting and neighbor notification requirements.
- Public comment favored neighbor notification, significant fines, and prohibiting corporate ownership.
- Staff was directed to draft an ordinance incorporating neighbor notification, penalties, and a one-year review clause.
Full summary
Agenda Item: Approval of Agenda
- The Council approved the agenda. A motion was made and seconded. The motion passed unanimously.
Agenda Item: Juneteenth Proclamation
- The Council received a presentation from the Juneteenth Celebration Committee of Ventura County regarding the 35th Annual Juneteenth Freedom Day Celebration, scheduled for June 20, 2026, at Plaza Park in Oxnard. The Mayor Pro Tem read a proclamation recognizing the historical significance of Juneteenth and encouraging community participation. No formal vote was taken on the proclamation itself during this segment; it was presented as a ceremonial recognition.
Agenda Item: Hueneme Beach Festival Community Invitation
- Staff presented details regarding the 2026 Hueneme Beach Festival, scheduled for July 11 and 12. The presentation covered logistics including an earlier start time (10 a.m.), free parking and admission, site layout, entertainment lineup, and the Youth Poster Contest. Council members inquired about the poster contest entry numbers, website updates, committee composition, lawn chair policies, and the role of Police Explorers in event operations. No formal vote was taken; the item was informational.
Agenda Item: Consent Calendar
- The Council reviewed the consent calendar. Items 3, 5, and 7 were pulled for separate discussion. A motion was made and seconded to approve the remaining consent items (Items 1, 2, 4, and 6). The motion passed unanimously.
Agenda Item: Memorandum of Understanding with Hueneme Elementary School (Crossing Guards)
- The Council discussed the renewal of the MOU for crossing guard services. Council members inquired about internal staff hours required to manage the contract and insurance coverage limits regarding the risks associated with crossing guards. Staff clarified that administrative workload has decreased since the program's inception and that the contractor's insurance is primary, with the city's coverage stacking on top. A motion was made and seconded to approve the MOU. The motion passed unanimously.
Agenda Item: Interim Policy for Processing Residential Projects Under State Housing Laws
- The Council discussed an interim policy intended to ensure compliance with state housing laws and avoid potential penalties or ineligibility for state funding. Staff explained that the city has been working with the Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) to align local codes with state requirements. Council members asked about specific properties, including the former 99 Cent Store lot, and the likelihood of developers utilizing state preemption laws. A motion was made and seconded to approve the interim policy. The motion passed unanimously.
Agenda Item: Annual Hero Award Nomination
- The Council discussed the Citizens Advisory Commission's (CAC) recommendation for the 2026 Hueneme Hero Award. The CAC recommended recognizing all volunteers participating in the weekly Hueneme Beach cleanups rather than a single individual. Council members discussed the nomination process, noting concerns regarding the lack of information for some applicants and the precedent of nominating council members or CAC members. It was agreed that the award should recognize the volunteer group. A motion was made and seconded to accept the CAC's recommendation to recognize the beach cleanup volunteers and to direct staff to review the award criteria and policy with the CAC in the coming months. The motion passed unanimously.
Agenda Item: Public Hearing on Assessment Districts (Lighting, Parkway/Median, Drainage)
- A public hearing was held regarding the levy and collection of annual assessments for Assessment Districts 87-1 (Lighting), 91-1 (Parkway and Median), and 95-3 (Drainage). Staff presented the engineer's reports and explained the necessity of the assessments to cover rising costs for street lighting, landscaping, and drainage maintenance. Council members inquired about the impact of LED lighting conversions on costs and the specific properties assessed for drainage. No public comments were received. The public hearing was closed. A motion was made and seconded to adopt the resolutions ordering the levy and collection of assessments and authorizing an agreement with the Ventura County Auditor-Controller. The motion passed unanimously.
Agenda Item: Public Hearing on 2025 Urban Water Management Plan (UMP)
- A public hearing was held regarding the adoption of the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan. Staff and a consulting engineer presented the plan, which includes water supply analysis, demand projections through 2050, and water loss data. The presentation noted that the city meets state per capita usage targets and relies on imported water sources. Council members asked questions regarding city wells, saltwater intrusion, non-functional turf mandates, and meter calibration. No public comments were received. The public hearing was closed. A motion was made and seconded to adopt the 2025 UMP Resolution. The motion passed unanimously.
Agenda Item: Public Hearing on 2025 Water Shortage Contingency Plan
- A public hearing was held regarding the adoption of the 2025 Water Shortage Contingency Plan, which outlines mandatory response actions for six levels of water shortage. Staff explained the plan's alignment with state requirements and its role in managing supply during droughts or emergencies. Council members discussed the utility of new water meters in detecting leaks. No public comments were received. The public hearing was closed. A motion was made and seconded to adopt the 2025 Water Shortage Contingency Plan Resolution. The motion passed unanimously.
Agenda Item: Discussion of Proposed Short-Term Rental (STR) Regulations
- The Council discussed proposed revisions to the Short-Term Rental ordinance, specifically focusing on posting and notification requirements. Staff presented three options: Option A (simplified exterior posting), Option B (neighbor notification via mail), and Option C (QR code placard). Public comment was received from residents and representatives of "Hueneme Wave," who advocated for Option B, significant fines for violations, and a prohibition on corporate ownership of STRs. Council members discussed the pros and cons of each option, the need for significant fines to ensure compliance, and the potential inclusion of language prohibiting corporate ownership similar to the City of Oxnard's ordinance. The Council directed staff to proceed with drafting the ordinance incorporating Option B (neighbor notification), specific penalties for violations, language regarding corporate ownership, and a mandatory one-year review clause. No formal vote was taken as the item was for discussion and direction.
Agenda Item: City Manager Reports and Council Member Comments
- The City Manager provided updates on the Miranda Park playground grand opening, the upcoming 2027 Hazard Mitigation Plan workshop, the Hueneme Beach Festival, and the schedule for the next council meeting on July 20, 2026. Council members provided reports on the Miranda Park event, Hueneme Housing Inc. financial policies, the Veteran Banner Program, legislative updates, and community events attended. No formal votes were taken on these reports.
Adjournment
- The meeting was adjourned at 9:16 p.m.