Board of Supervisors — April 14, 2026

Classification Ordinance Amendments

• Staff presented three classification changes including a new Program Administrator III position.
• The Board placed the Retirement Chief Technology Officer in the unclassified service.
• Two Graphic Designer classifications were established within General Services.
• The ordinance was approved unanimously following confirmation of internal usage.

Temporary Food Facilities Policy

• Supervisor Parvin moved to direct staff to review and modernize existing policies.
• The goal is to streamline processes and allow vendors permitted in neighboring counties.
• Supervisors agreed on supporting small businesses while maintaining safety standards.
• The motion to study and modernize the policies passed unanimously.

H.R. 1 Legislation Impact

• Projected losses include over $400 million for the Medical System and $43 million from the General Fund.
• Approximately 77,000 people are estimated to lose Medi-Cal coverage under the new rules.
• The County is engaging delegations to mitigate impacts on safety net services.
• The item to receive and file the update passed unanimously.

Closed Session

• The Board moved into a closed session regarding Items 57 and 59.
• No reportable announcements were made regarding the private discussion.

Ventura County Board of Supervisors Meeting Summary

Employee Recognition (Item 48)

• The meeting began with the recognition of county employees for long-term service. Six individuals were honored:
• 30 Years of Service: Sergeant Joseph Mulrooney (Sheriff's Office), Martha Hernandez (Human Services Agency), Rose Munoz (Healthcare Agency), and Senior Deputy Sean Eskridge (Sheriff's Office).
• 35 Years of Service: Jenny Delgado (Child Support Services) and Marie Pokola (Healthcare Agency).
• The group represented a combined total of 580 years of service. The item to receive and file these recognitions passed unanimously.

Ordinance Amendments (Item 49)

• A staff presentation by Anna Ford (Classification and Labor Relations) addressed three classification changes:
• Creation of a Program Administrator III position for VISERA's Disability Unit.
• Placement of the Retirement Chief Technology Officer in the unclassified service.
• Establishment of two Graphic Designer classifications within General Services (GSA).
• The Board approved the ordinance unanimously after clarifying that the graphic design work would serve internal departments.

Golden Football Challenge (Item 50)

• Amy Towner (Healthcare Foundation) presented results from the fourth annual Golden Football Challenge, a philanthropy initiative.
• Winners: Public Works Agency (Large Division), Library Division (Medium Division), and the Board of Supervisors (Small Division).
• Funding: Ventura County Credit Union matched every dollar raised this year.
• Outreach: The foundation promoted free estate planning workshops to help residents secure their financial futures.

Temporary Food Facilities Policy (Item 52)

• Supervisor Parvin moved to direct staff to review and modernize policies regarding community events and temporary food facilities.
• Goal: Streamline processes, reduce unnecessary barriers (such as requiring formal proclamations for non-profits), and allow vendors permitted in neighboring counties to participate in local events.
• Support: Other supervisors expressed agreement, noting the need to support small businesses while maintaining health and safety standards.
• Outcome: The motion to study and modernize the policies passed unanimously.

HR 1 Legislation Update (Item 53)

• Michelle Guzman (Government Affairs Manager) presented an update on the impacts of federal H.R. 1 legislation.
• Financial Impact: Projected losses include over $400 million for the Ventura County Medical System (VCMS) and $43 million from the General Fund.
• Service Impact: Approximately 77,000 people are estimated to lose Medi-Cal coverage, and SNAP programs are significantly affected. A state budget freeze on new Medi-Cal enrollments for undocumented individuals compounds this.
• Advocacy: The County is actively engaging with federal and state delegations (Urban Counties of California, CSAC) to mitigate impacts.
• Discussion: Supervisors emphasized sharing personal stories to highlight the human impact of the cuts and the necessity of maintaining safety net services. The item to receive and file passed unanimously.

Correspondence (Item 56)

• The Board received and filed correspondence unanimously.

Board and CEO Comments (Item 54)

• CEO Dr. Johnson: Congratulated GSA on a Facility Management Excellence Award; announced a selected $3 million funding request for Sheriff's aviation technology; promoted Earth Day events and the Celebration of Wells Festival.
• Supervisor Lopez: Reported on voter engagement, homeless counts, lithium-ion battery safety meetings, and the Family Justice Center opening.
• Supervisor Parvin: Discussed activities in Simi Valley and Moorpark, including chamber networking, a Pet Adoption Drive, and the upcoming City-County Public Safety Forum.
• Supervisor Long: Noted attendance at the Family Justice Center opening and Farm Day VIP tour.
• Supervisor LaVere: Highlighted a new library partnership at the Juvenile Justice Hall and a Congressman Carbajal visit to Saticoy.
• Chair Gural: Listed upcoming community events, including Sidewalk Office Hours, Casa Canejo Day, and the Supervisorial Leadership Awards.

Memorials

• The Board adjourned in memory of several individuals:
• Anthony "Tony" Volante: Former Port Hueneme Mayor, U.S. Air Force Colonel, and veteran.
• John Benny: U.S. Marine Corps veteran and Parks and Recreation Commissioner.
• Ivor Davis: Journalist who traveled with The Beatles and a beloved Ventura community figure.
• John Sunia: Retired Oxnard Police Sergeant and District Attorney Investigator.

Adjournment

• The Board moved into a closed session regarding Items 57 and 59. No reportable announcements were made, and the meeting adjourned.