Public Works & Transportation Committee 4 14 2026 Agenda Item D1

The City of Oxnard Public Works & Transportation Committee met on April 14, 2026, to review and discuss the Channel Islands Harbor Water Quality Implementation Plan developed by Craftwater Engineering. The committee considered phase one activities involving non-structural, structural, and receiving water strategies aimed at improving harbor water quality, addressing issues such as pesticide and metal contamination and low dissolved oxygen levels. The plan includes solicitation of professional services for outreach, engineering design, environmental review, and funding acquisition. The project has been funded primarily through American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds and a California Department of Water Resources grant, with $3.1 million secured and nearly $950,000 spent to date. The committee reviewed a proposed spending plan for phase one implementation, which aligns with city agreements and does not impact the general fund. Future funding may require additional sources such as debt financing or special assessments due to the high costs anticipated for ongoing programs and infrastructure maintenance.