Measure U 5-20-2026

The City of Port Hueneme's Measure U Citizen Oversight Committee held a regular meeting on May 20, 2026, focusing primarily on updates to the Measure U budgets for fiscal years 2026 and 2027. The committee reviewed adjustments including a reallocation of $130,000 in FY26 funds to purchase a state-mandated environmentally friendly skip loader for beach maintenance, advancing the purchase due to equipment delivery delays and California Air Resources Board regulations. The Pearson Road storm drain repair project was deferred to FY27 and will be funded mainly through American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to meet a December 2026 deadline. For FY27, a minor revenue increase of $21,000 was noted, with a reduction in the police uniform budget from $56,000 to $29,500 due to vendor efficiencies. The committee discussed the allocation of funds across public safety, street maintenance, and recreation, noting that parks and recreation budgets would increase but are supplemented by grant funding for capital projects. The committee approved the budget updates and emphasized ongoing compliance with state environmental requirements and fiscal responsibility in spending Measure U funds.