City Council 11 18 2025 Agenda Item D 1 Public Works Dept Workshop Day 2 v2

The City of Oxnard's Public Works Department presented a comprehensive overview of its divisions, including parks and landscape maintenance, special districts, street maintenance, capital projects, traffic engineering, facilities, and fleet management. The department manages a substantial budget exceeding $270 million annually and a five-year capital improvement program valued at $700 million. Key topics included ongoing efforts to address deferred maintenance across city infrastructure, the implementation of water-efficient landscaping and urban forest master plans, and the challenges posed by vandalism and aging assets. The department highlighted significant accomplishments such as extensive graffiti removal, street and alley repairs, and the advancement of major capital projects funded through grants and bonds. Staffing shortages, rising costs, regulatory compliance, and the transition to zero-emission vehicles were noted as ongoing challenges. Future priorities emphasize maintaining and improving existing infrastructure, enhancing asset management systems, and continuing to secure and manage funding sources effectively.