Council 07-20-2026

The City of Port Hueneme held its regular City Council meeting on July 20, 2026, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. Key procurement actions included the Housing Successor Agency's approval to acquire a property at 237 East Wine Road for $600,000 to support low-income housing development, funded through housing successor agency funds rather than the general fund. The council also approved a three-year contract extension with a chemical vendor for the water treatment plant, noting the vendor's unique product and discussing contract venue terms. Additionally, a three-year contract was awarded to Motive Energy for cleaning, monitoring, and preventative maintenance of city-owned solar panels, with clarification on contract pricing and potential additional costs. The council approved a fee increase for Beacon, a joint powers authority focused on coastal sediment management and beach preservation, with an emphasis on improved communication of return on investment and budgeting processes. An amendment to the 2015 settlement agreement with the Oxnard Harbor District was approved to allow independent spending of community benefit funds by each party, with internal tracking measures established. The council also conducted a compliance review of Blue Diamond LLC, a cannabis delivery business, finding it in default of its development agreement but granting a 30-day period to cure defaults. Other discussions included presentations on youth street art initiatives, food assistance programs, parks and recreation activities, and upcoming city events. The meeting concluded with council member reports and scheduling updates.