City Council Meeting - 7/30/2026

The City Council of Oxnard convened on July 30, 2026, addressing several procurement and capital improvement projects. Key procurement discussions included approval of additional contract funds totaling $232,000 for the Mandalay Bay Seawalls repair project, increasing the contract value to approximately $2.66 million with Geo Heavy Construction. The council also approved a $4 million contract with Toro Enterprises for the Cal Giesler neighborhood street resurfacing project, funded in part by Measure O funds and other sources. Additionally, the council authorized a $2.3 million funding agreement with the Ventura County Watershed Protection District for the Santa Clara River Levee 3 construction project, which is part of a larger flood protection effort benefiting approximately 6,000 homes. The meeting featured extensive deliberation and eventual approval of an ordinance regulating e-bikes and similar motorized wheeled conveyances, including provisions for mandatory safety education programs, helmet requirements, and phased enforcement. The ordinance allows for in-person and online safety courses, with fines waived upon course completion, and includes a review period aligned with state pilot programs. No votes were taken on the ordinance's sunset provision, but a review aligned with state studies was agreed upon. The council also recognized various community groups and cultural organizations during ceremonial presentations. Overall, the meeting focused on advancing infrastructure projects, enhancing public safety through new regulations, and fostering community engagement.