Moorpark City Council Regular Meeting - August 19, 2026

The City of Moorpark held its regular City Council meeting on August 19, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related items were discussed. Key procurement actions included approval of Amendment Number Four to the janitorial services contract with BPG California Inc. (dba Pristine Cleaning Solutions), which involved a 3.2% cost increase in year four and removal of the year five CPI adjustment provision, resulting in a revised contract value of approximately $311,645. The council also approved an amendment to LPA Incorporated's agreement for revisions to the Moorpark Library children's area artwork, authorizing up to $45,852 for architectural design changes funded by the art and public places fund. Additionally, the council received a comprehensive update on the city's Capital Improvement Program (CIP), noting a $183 million estimated project cost portfolio with $43.3 million currently allocated, and directed staff to close out completed projects to release funds. The meeting included a presentation on Food Share Ventura County's operations and expansion plans, highlighting ongoing community food assistance efforts. The council also reviewed and provided feedback on the furnishing concept for the new Moorpark City Library, emphasizing flexibility and local sourcing. Finally, the council discussed the scheduling and costs of the annual Haunted High Street event, deciding to maintain it on Halloween night due to community preference and cost considerations. Several public speakers addressed concerns about the use and privacy implications of ALPR (Automatic License Plate Reader) cameras, urging the council to reconsider their deployment and contracts.