Comm Services, Public Safety, Housing & Economic Development - 6/23/2026 - Agenda Item D2

The City of Oxnard held a meeting on June 23, 2026, to discuss procurement related to professional planning consultant services for the Community Development Department. The department highlighted the need for consultants to supplement staff due to workload, project complexity, and specialized expertise, particularly in areas such as housing policy, ordinance development, and climate action metrics. The city plans to enter into contracts with two existing firms, Rincon and CSG, each for up to $500,000 over three years with options for two one-year extensions. Additionally, a new contract with Veronica Tam's firm is proposed for $250,000 under similar terms, focusing on regional housing needs assessment support. Funding for these contracts will come from permit revenues, developer deposits, and a general plan maintenance fee fund, with approximately $1.4 million available to offset costs. The meeting included recommendations to authorize the mayor to execute these agreements and approve the related budget appropriations for fiscal year 2026-2027.