Meeting Summary
Present: LaVere, Gural, Long, Lopez, Parvin
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At a glance
Martin Luther King Jr. Day Proclamation
- Supervisor Lopez presented a proclamation recognizing the 40th annual celebration in Ventura County.
- Details regarding the march and program were shared with the board members.
- The proclamation was officially adopted during the meeting.
Human Trafficking Awareness Month Proclamation
- Supervisor Parvin presented a proclamation recognizing January 2026 as Human Trafficking Awareness Month.
- Presentations were provided by Interface, the Sheriff's Office, and other partner organizations.
- Statistics regarding arrests, investigations, and victim support were shared with the board.
- The proclamation was officially adopted during the meeting.
Southern California Gas Company Franchise
- Staff presented a public hearing regarding a new countywide gas pipeline franchise ordinance.
- Discussion included the 30-year term, gross receipts fee, and hydrogen technology considerations.
- The ordinance and resolution of intention were approved unanimously by the board.
Public Works Emergency Action Reports
- Reports were presented regarding emergency repairs at Reeves Road and Old Telegraph Road.
- Staff explained temporary measures and discussed permanent fixes and FEMA funding.
- Discussion ensued regarding erosion issues and the use of angular versus round rock.
- The emergency actions were determined necessary and reports were received and filed.
Board and Commission Appointments
- Staff presented a list of expiring board and commission terms for the board.
- Discussion focused on reappointments and filling vacancies on the Continuum of Care Alliance Board.
- A motion was made to approve the appointments as specified.
- The vote passed unanimously to confirm the appointments.
Closed Session
- The Board moved into closed session to discuss items 39 through 41.
- It was noted there would be no reportable announcements out of closed session.
Full summary
Ventura County Board of Supervisors Meeting Summary
- Date: January 13, 2026
Call to Order and Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
- The meeting was called to order by Chair Parvin. Roll call was conducted, and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Supervisor Lopez.
- Discussion: A motion was presented regarding the election of the Chair and Vice-Chair for 2026.
- Action: A motion was made to approve the election of Supervisor Gorell as Chair and Supervisor Lopez as Vice-Chair. The motion was moved by Supervisor LaVere and seconded by Supervisor Parvin.
- Decision: The vote passed unanimously. Outgoing Chair Parvin presented remarks acknowledging the transition.
Item 5: Moment of Inspiration
- Discussion: Rosemary Allison presented on behalf of the nonprofit "For the Troops." She described the organization's mission to send care packages to deployed service members and announced the 13th Annual For the Troops Gala.
- Action: The presentation was received.
Item 6: Agenda Review
- Discussion: Staff provided an overview of the meeting agenda. Announcements included the 40th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebration, the Homeless Point-in-Time Count, the Unmet Transit Needs Survey, and the launch of a mobile spay and neuter unit by Animal Services. Staff thanked public works, law enforcement, and first responders for their efforts during recent storms.
- Action: The agenda review was received.
Item 7: Consent Agenda
- Discussion: The consent agenda included Items 10 through 29.
- Action: A motion was made by Supervisor Parvin and seconded by Supervisor Long to approve the consent agenda.
- Decision: The vote passed unanimously.
Item 8: Approval of Minutes
- Discussion: The minutes for meetings held on December 16, 2025, and January 6, 2026, were reviewed.
- Action: A motion was made by Supervisor Long and seconded by Supervisor Lopez to approve the minutes.
- Decision: The vote passed unanimously.
Item 9: General Public Comments
- Discussion: Multiple speakers addressed the board on various topics not listed on the specific agenda items.
- One speaker discussed an illegal eviction during the COVID moratorium and the subsequent legal battles involving personal property loss and judgments.
- Representatives from Interface spoke on human trafficking awareness, citing statistics on victims assisted and shelter bed nights provided.
- A speaker raised concerns regarding election security, specifically citing Smartmatic software and election systems.
- A speaker expressed concerns regarding ICE raids and immigration enforcement actions along the Central Coast.
- Representatives from Suroptimist International (Simi Valley and Oxnard) spoke regarding their Human Trafficking Awareness events and scholarship initiatives.
- A survivor of trafficking spoke on the importance of empathy and connection for victims.
- A speaker requested the board oppose offshore oil leasing, noting a comment period deadline.
- A speaker raised concerns regarding "monster gas" canisters found in the community and requested a countywide ban.
- A speaker spoke on the issue of disinformation and media literacy.
- A speaker expressed gratitude for assistance in obtaining identification and a passport.
- Action: Comments were received.
Item 27: Sheriff's Office UAS Procurement (Public Comment Only)
- Discussion: Public comment was taken regarding the acquisition of DJI Matris 4E UAS platforms and batteries.
- Danielle Bloom requested the board not approve the acquisition of the military-grade equipment for law enforcement, suggesting resources be used for monitoring illegal kidnappings instead.
- A speaker requested clarification on how the Sheriff's office would monitor protests versus illegal activities.
- Action: Public comment was received.
Item 30: MLK Day Proclamation
- Discussion: Supervisor Lopez presented a proclamation recognizing the 40th annual celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Ventura County. Details of the march and program were shared.
- Action: The proclamation was adopted.
Item 31: Human Trafficking Awareness Month Proclamation
- Discussion: Supervisor Parvin presented a proclamation recognizing January 2026 as Human Trafficking Awareness Month. Presentations were provided by Interface, the Ventura County Sheriff's Office Human Trafficking Task Force, Forever Found, and Suroptimist International. Statistics regarding arrests, investigations, and victim support were shared.
- Action: The proclamation was adopted.
Item 32: Southern California Gas Company Franchise Public Hearing
- Discussion: The Board conducted a public hearing regarding the adoption of an ordinance and resolution of intention to grant a new countywide gas pipeline franchise to Southern California Gas Company.
- Staff presented on the 30-year franchise term, including the 2% gross receipts fee, construction requirements, insurance provisions, and data sharing protocols for critical infrastructure.
- Public comment included inquiries regarding the renewal process and comparisons to prior contracts.
- Board members discussed the inclusion of hydrogen technology considerations and insurance requirements.
- Action: A motion was made by Supervisor Long and seconded by Supervisor Parvin to approve the ordinance and resolution.
- Decision: The vote passed unanimously.
Items 33, 34, 35: Public Works Emergency Action Reports
- Discussion: The Public Works Agency Director presented reports on emergency actions taken for the Reeves Road-Fraser Street Low Water Crossing and Old Telegraph Road Bridge. Staff explained that repairs were temporary measures due to the emergency status. Discussion ensued regarding permanent fixes, FEMA funding, erosion issues, and the use of angular rock versus round rock for stability.
- Action: A motion was made by Supervisor Parvin and seconded by Supervisor LaVere to receive and file the reports and determine the emergency action was necessary.
- Decision: The vote passed unanimously.
Item 36: Board and Commission Appointments
- Discussion: Staff presented a list of expiring board and commission terms. Discussion focused on reappointments and filling vacancies, specifically on the Continuum of Care Alliance Board.
- Action: A motion was made by Supervisor Lopez and seconded by Supervisor Parvin to approve the appointments as specified.
- Decision: The vote passed unanimously.
Item 38: Board Comments
- Discussion: Supervisors provided comments on various topics, including storm recovery efforts, legislative goals, local events (Bike Rodeo, Citizen's Academy), and memorials for recently deceased community members and veterans. Supervisor LaVere expressed appreciation for the Public Works team. Supervisor Lopez thanked outgoing Chair Parvin and discussed the upcoming year.
- Action: Comments were received.
Closed Session (Items 39-41)
- Action: The Board moved into closed session. It was noted there would be no reportable announcements out of closed session.