Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

General Services Agency Purchasing Agreements

• Purchasing agreements exceeding $200,000 were deliberated separately after being removed from the consent agenda.
• Two supervisors recused themselves from the vote due to financial disclosures.
• The board approved the purchasing agreements following the separate discussion.

Aviation Advisory Commission Appointment

• Supervisor Lopez moved to appoint Doug Tauber to the commission.
• Supervisor Long seconded the motion for the new appointment.
• The board approved the appointment unanimously.

Healthcare Foundation Giving Program

• Staff presented details on the annual employee giving campaign including payroll deductions.
• A $75,000 matching donation from the Ventura County Credit Union was announced.
• The board unanimously approved the program motion.

Behavioral Health Facility Funding

• Staff presented on funding for the Lewis Road Mental Health Rehabilitation Center and East County Psychiatric Health Facility.
• The discussion covered the operational scope of the 38-bed and 16-bed secure facilities.
• The motion to approve funding was moved by Supervisor Long and passed unanimously.

Public Works Emergency Road and Bridge Repairs

• Staff presented emergency repair plans for Reeves Road, Fraser Street Low Water Crossing, and Old Telegraph Road Bridge.
• Public comment addressed erosion concerns regarding Reeves Road.
• The board unanimously approved staff recommendations for all three repair items.

Barlow-Barranca Channel Emergency Repair

• Staff reported on emergency repairs to the Barlow-Barranca Channel following a December 24 storm event.
• The board received and filed the report regarding the storm damage response.
• The motion to receive the report passed unanimously.

Public Works Permit Fee Waiver Extension

• A resolution was presented to waive application fees and trust deposits for storm-impacted property owners.
• Staff confirmed an extension of the fee waiver deadline to March 31, 2026.
• The board unanimously adopted the resolution to extend the waiver period.

Closed Session

• The board entered closed session to discuss Items 42 and 43.
• Following the session, the board adjourned.

• Meeting: Ventura County Board of Supervisors Date: January 27, 2026 Location: Board Chambers

Opening and Call to Order

• The meeting was called to order by Chair Garrell. The Clerk called the roll, and all supervisors were present: Lavier, Long, Parvin, Lopez, and Chair Garrell. The board recited the Pledge of Allegiance.

Moment of Inspiration

• Chair Garrell recognized the Thrive Grove Navigation Center in Thousand Oaks. Mayor Mikey Taylor and City Manager Drew Powers attended and presented a video regarding the facility, which opened in May 2024. They discussed the partnership between the city and county in developing the short-term housing and supportive services facility. The County Homelessness Team was also recognized. Chair Garrell noted an 18 percent reduction in homelessness over the last two years.

Agenda and Consent

• Levine Act Disclosures: Chair Garrell disclosed a $2,000 donation from Richard Atmore Jr. related to Item 14. Speaker 00 (Supervisor Long) disclosed a $750 donation from Fence Factory related to Item 14. Item 14 was pulled from the consent agenda for separate deliberation. Chair Garrell and Supervisor Long recused themselves from voting on Item 14. Item 5 (Agenda Approval): Motion to approve the agenda as modified was moved by Supervisor Parvin and seconded by Supervisor Lavier. It passed unanimously with four board members present. Item 6 (Consent Agenda): Motion to approve Items 9 through 13, 15 through 16, and 18 through 29 was moved by Supervisor Garrell (transcribed as Grouse) and seconded by Supervisor Lopez. It passed with four yes votes. Minutes: The minutes from the January 13 meeting were approved with four yes votes.

General Public Comment (Item 8)

• Four speakers addressed the board on general topics:
• Erin Reddy: Requested the suspension of the year-round evacuation warning for La Conchita, citing concerns over property values and insurance, and requested a comprehensive review of geological data.
• Blanca: Commented on violence and the board's response, specifically referencing the deaths of Renee Nicole Good and Alex Preddy. She urged the board to address violence regardless of the victims' backgrounds.
• Danielle Blum: Echoed previous comments regarding community targeting and requested the supervisors take a stand on violence.
• Kenzie Flame: Requested increased Sheriff's Department enforcement regarding e-bike safety in school zones, including ticketing and impounding.
• Bruce McVicker was listed but did not appear to speak.

Regular Agenda Items

• Item 33 (Aviation Advisory Commission): Supervisor Lopez moved to appoint Doug Tauber to the commission. Supervisor Long seconded. The motion passed unanimously. Item 14 (General Services Agency): This item, regarding purchasing agreements in excess of $200,000, was discussed separately after being pulled from the consent agenda. Supervisor Lavier moved approval; Supervisor Long seconded. With Chair Garrell and Supervisor Long recusing/abstaining, the motion passed with three in favor and two abstentions (Supervisors Parvin and Guerrero). Item 32 (Healthcare Foundation "We Give" Program): Amy Towner presented on the annual employee giving campaign, including payroll deductions and annual leave donations. A $75,000 matching donation from Ventura County Credit Union was announced. Motion to approve was moved by Supervisor Parvin and seconded by Supervisor Lavier. It passed unanimously. Item 30 (Cal EITC Awareness Week): Supervisor Lopez presented a proclamation recognizing California Earned Income Tax Credit Awareness Week. Mitchell Sloan of United Way of Ventura County and Leo Alvarado provided details on tax assistance programs and volunteer efforts. Item 17 (Healthcare Agency Behavioral Health): Staff presented on funding for the Lewis Road Mental Health Rehabilitation Center (38-bed secure facility) and the East County Psychiatric Health Facility (16-bed secure facility in Simi Valley). Motion to approve was moved by Supervisor Long and seconded by Supervisor Parvin. It passed unanimously. Items 34, 35, and 36 (Public Works Emergency Repairs): Anitha Pillan presented on emergency repairs for Reeves Road, Fraser Street Low Water Crossing, and Old Telegraph Road Bridge following December storms. Public comment was provided by Alina Worth regarding erosion on Reeves Road. Staff clarified the nature of the repairs. Motion to approve staff recommendations for all three items was moved by Supervisor Long and seconded by Supervisor Lavier. It passed unanimously. Item 37 (Public Works Barlow-Barranca Emergency Repair): Urthea Nance presented a report on emergency repairs to the Barlow-Barranca Channel following a December 24 storm event. Motion to receive and file the report was moved by Supervisor Lavier and seconded by Supervisor Lopez. It passed unanimously. Item 38 (Public Works Permit Fee Waiver): A resolution to waive application fees and trust deposits for storm-impacted property owners along jurisdictional watercourses was presented. Public comment was provided by Erica Morales regarding permitting extensions. Staff confirmed a resolution extending the fee waiver deadline to March 31, 2026. Motion to adopt the resolution was moved by Supervisor Long and seconded by Supervisor Parvin. It passed unanimously. Item 41 (Correspondence): Motion to receive and file correspondence was moved by Supervisor Lavier and seconded by Supervisor Lopez. It passed unanimously.

Board and CEO Comments

• CEO Dr. Johnson: Highlighted Management Council Awards, a National Conservation Award for Naval Base Ventura County, a Parks Department website redesign, the temporary closure of the E.P. Foster Library for HVAC improvements, an employee art show, and upcoming community meetings regarding Aging and Behavioral Health. Supervisor Lopez: Discussed attendance at a grand jury protocol visit, a hearing on federal offshore drilling, the MLK Freedom March, the Boys and Girls Club Youth of the Year, a Military Appreciation Dinner, the Gold Coast Health Plan Commission, and memorials for Bill Terry and Alex Preddy. Supervisor Parvin: Discussed participation in an Economic Development Collaborative panel, MLK Day of Service, a Local Agency Formation Commission meeting, a realtor association installation, a YMCA groundbreaking, and a cybersecurity update. Supervisor Long: Discussed federal SNAP incentives, state budget implementation, disaster relief, water infrastructure, the Regional Defense Partnership, and film production economic development. Supervisor Lavier: Commented on the violence mentioned previously, the MLK event, student-run Ojai MLK program, Management Council Awards, the Point-in-Time count, and memorials. Chair Garrell: Commented on violence and investigations, the Economic Development Collaboration, a Santa Rosa Valley Municipal Advisory Commission meeting, the MLK event, a Military Officer Association meeting, a Cal Lutheran University capital campaign, and an e-bike safety event.

Time Certain (Item 31)

• At 10:30 a.m., 21 county employees were recognized for 25, 30, and 35 years of continuous service. The recipients represented the District Attorney's Office, Human Services Agency, Probation Agency, Resource Management Agency, Public Works Agency, Sheriff's Office, and Healthcare Agency. A group photograph was taken.

Closed Session and Adjournment

• The board went into closed session to discuss Items 42 and 43. Following the closed session, the board adjourned.