Meeting Summary
Present: LaVere, Long, Parvin, Lopez, Gorell
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At a glance
Family Justice Center Shelter
- The District Attorney requested authorization for an MOU and lease to operate a domestic violence shelter.
- The board approved a $601,000 appropriation for operating expenses from March 2026 to February 2028.
- Staff recommendations were adopted unanimously to proceed with the agreement.
SoCal Gas Franchise
- A public hearing was conducted regarding the franchise application for SoCal Gas.
- Following deliberation and public comment, the hearing was closed.
- The board unanimously approved the staff recommendations to move forward.
Union Agreement Amendments
- Amendments to Memoranda of Agreement with various unions were adopted to reflect negotiated terms.
- The agreements include adding Cesar Chavez Day as a county holiday effective in 2026.
- A separate amendment for SEIU Local 721 corrected typographic errors and updated pay classifications.
Health Care Data Presentation
- A presentation was received detailing socio-economic data, acuity levels, and service needs in the Santa Clara Valley.
- The board voted unanimously to receive and file the presentation for informational purposes.
FY 2027 Budget Development Manual
- The Budget and Finance Division presented the manual outlining internal rates, charges, and the budgetary calendar.
- Board members discussed the timeline and suggested bi-monthly meetings for feedback.
- The manual was approved with authorization for the CEO to make necessary modifications.
Emergency Road and Bridge Repairs
- Updates were provided on completed repairs for Reeves Road and ongoing stabilization for the Old Telegraph Road Bridge.
- Frazier Street requires a permanent fix evaluation, while the bridge needs a time and material contract.
- The board unanimously approved the actions for all three emergency repair items.
Black History Month Proclamation
- A motion was made to adopt a proclamation recognizing February 2026 as Black History Month.
- The proclamation acknowledged Black community contributions and highlighted local organizational work.
- The motion passed with the board's approval.
Disaster Recovery Mitigation Funding
- Staff presented a resolution to accept approximately $5.3 million in state grant funds for disaster mitigation.
- The funding targets fire and flood hazard mitigation for low-income households affected between late 2022 and early 2023.
- The resolution authorizing the Deputy Executive Officer to accept the funds was adopted.
Closed Session
- The board authorized the filing of a cross-complaint regarding agenda item 49.
- The action was taken by unanimous vote following the closed session.
- No other reportable actions were taken during the closed session.
Full summary
Agenda Item 5: Approval of Agenda
- A motion was made to approve the agenda as described and modified by the Chief Executive Officer (CEO). The motion was seconded and passed unanimously.
Agenda Item 6: Consent Agenda
- The consent agenda included items 9 through 30, with item 11 removed. A motion was made to approve items 9, 10, and 12 through 30. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously.
Agenda Item 7: Approval of Minutes
- The minutes of the previous meeting held on January 27th were presented for approval. A motion was made to approve the minutes. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously.
Agenda Item 8: General Public Comments
- Public comments were received regarding various community issues, including healthcare access in the Santa Clara Valley, road safety on Highway 126, election security, and specific grievances regarding medical center conduct. No formal motion or vote was taken.
Agenda Item 31: Reflections Presentation
- Supervisor Lopez led a presentation regarding the integration of youth in community events, highlighting a radio station on the Oxnard College campus and recent Martin Luther King Jr. Day ceremonies. No formal motion or vote was taken.
Agenda Item 32: LEAP Program Graduation
- A presentation was given regarding the LEAP program's fifth element graduation. No formal motion or vote was taken.
Agenda Item 33: Family Justice Center Shelter
- The District Attorney presented a request to authorize a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and a lease agreement with the Coalition for Family Harmony to operate a short-term domestic violence shelter at the Family Justice Center. The presentation included an appropriation of $601,000 for operating expenses from March 2026 to February 2028. A motion was made to approve the staff recommendations. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously.
Agenda Item 34: SoCal Gas Franchise
- A public hearing was opened regarding a franchise for SoCal Gas. After public comment and board deliberation, the public hearing was closed. A motion was made to approve staff recommendations. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously.
Agenda Item 35: Union Agreement Amendments (General)
- A public hearing was opened regarding the adoption of amendments to Memoranda of Agreement (MOAs) between the County and listed unions. The amendments reflect negotiated agreements and add Cesar Chavez Day as a county holiday effective calendar year 2026. The public hearing was closed. A motion was made to adopt the amendments. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously.
Agenda Item 36: SEIU Local 721 Amendment
- A public hearing was opened regarding an amendment to the MOA with the Service Employees International Union, Local 721 (SEIU). The amendment addresses typographic errors and oversight from a December 2025 agreement, including changes to effective dates for bilingual pay, deletion of language regarding standby pay stacking, classification title changes, and updates to Exhibit SB 525. The public hearing was closed. A motion was made to adopt the amendment. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously.
Agenda Item 37: Health Care Data Presentation
- A presentation was received regarding health care data, including socio-economic and demographic information, acuity levels, and service needs, particularly for the Santa Clara Valley. A motion was made to receive and file the presentation. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously.
Agenda Item 38: VCAST Presentation
- Director Esteban Rodriguez presented on the work of VCAST, including the mobile clinic and foundation partnerships. No formal motion or vote was taken.
Agenda Item 39: Resolution Adoption
- A resolution was presented for adoption. A motion was made to adopt the resolution. The motion was seconded and passed with four members present.
Agenda Item 40: CEO Presentation
- The CEO presented on various county operations. A motion was made to receive and file the presentation. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously.
Agenda Item 41: FY 2027 Budget Development Manual
- The Budget and Finance Division presented the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Development Manual, including internal rates, charges, and the budgetary calendar. Board members discussed the timeline and suggested bi-monthly meetings for feedback. A motion was made to approve the manual and authorize the CEO to make necessary modifications. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously.
Agenda Item 42: Staff Recommendations
- Staff recommendations were presented. A motion was made to approve the recommendations. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously.
Agenda Item 43: Resolution and Management Resolution
- A resolution and management resolution were presented for adoption. A motion was made to adopt the resolution and management resolution. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously.
Agenda Items 44, 45, and 46: Emergency Road and Bridge Repairs
- The Public Works Agency presented updates on emergency work completed on Reeves Road and Frazier Street, and ongoing emergency actions for the Old Telegraph Road Bridge. The presentation noted that Reeves Road repairs were complete, Frazier Street required a permanent fix evaluation, and Old Telegraph Road Bridge required a time and material contract for stabilization. A motion was made to approve the actions for items 44, 45, and 46. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously.
Agenda Item 47: CEO Comments
- The CEO provided closing comments. No formal motion or vote was taken.
Proclamation for Black History Month
- A motion was made to adopt a proclamation recognizing February 2026 as Black History Month. The proclamation acknowledged the contributions of the Black community and highlighted the work of local organizations. The motion was seconded and passed.
Funding for Disaster Recovery Mitigation
- Staff presented a resolution to accept an allocation of approximately $5.3 million from the State Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) for the Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery Owner-Occupied Mitigation Program. The funding is intended to mitigate fire and flood hazards for low-income households affected by disasters between December 2022 and April 2023. The resolution authorizes the Deputy Executive Officer to accept the grant funds and execute necessary agreements. A motion was made to adopt the resolution, it was seconded, and the motion passed.
Closed Session Announcement
- Following a closed session, the board issued an announcement regarding agenda item 49. The board authorized the filing of a cross-complaint by unanimous vote. No other reportable actions were taken in the closed session.
Additional Public Comments and Presentations
- Additional public comments and presentations were received on various topics, including the Santa Paula Hospital closure, election security, allegations of misconduct at the Ventura County Medical Center, animal welfare, solar energy projects, cybersecurity, workers' compensation claims, and the budget process. Specific presentations included:
- Healthcare Services in the Santa Clara Valley: Consultants presented data on demographics, health characteristics, and healthcare access in the Santa Clara Valley, comparing Santa Paula Hospital and Ventura County Medical Center. The board received the presentation for information with no vote taken.
- Internal Service Fund Rates: Presentations were delivered by the General Services Agency, Information Technology Services, and Risk Management regarding Internal Service Fund rates for the upcoming fiscal year. These were received for information with no formal motion or vote recorded.
- Budget Presentation Process: Discussion occurred regarding the process for departmental budget presentations, including scope and scheduling. No formal motion was made to establish a specific process.
- Healthcare Access and Hospital Operations: Discussion focused on patient utilization rates, EMS transfer protocols, and seismic retrofitting mandates (AB 1882) for Santa Paula Hospital. No formal motion was moved or voted upon.
- Risk Management Internal Service Fund Rates: The Risk Management Department presented a report on Liability and Workers' Compensation Internal Service Funds, proposing a 6% rate increase for Liability and a 15% average rate decrease for Workers' Compensation. No formal motion or vote was recorded.
- Public Works Agency Franchise Agreement: A presentation was made regarding a franchise agreement with Southern California Gas Company. No motion was moved or voted upon.
- Classification and Compensation Recommendations: Personnel recommendations were presented, including adding new positions, establishing new classifications, and deleting unused classifications. No motion was moved or voted upon.
- General Services Agency Strategic Plan and ISF Rates: The GSA Director presented the agency's strategic plan and a 2.2% rate increase proposal for the upcoming fiscal year. No motion was moved or voted upon.
- Ventura County Animal Services Funding and Staffing: A request was presented to accept a donation of $1,335,000 to support additional staffing and programs. No motion was moved or voted upon.
- Supervisor Comments and Announcements: Supervisors provided updates on community engagements and road conditions. No motions were moved or voted upon.
- Public Comment on Healthcare Staffing: A nurse practitioner provided public comment regarding patient volume disparities between Nurse Practitioners/Physician Assistants and physicians, urging the board to order the County to bargain with the CNA on these issues. No motion was moved or voted upon.