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Santa Paula council backs separate Measure R oversight committee with open application process
Summary
After public testimony urging district representation and transparency, council directed staff to return with a resolution and refined guidelines to create a Measure R oversight committee; council favored an open application process with encouragement for geographic (district) representation and staggered terms.
The Santa Paula City Council on Tuesday moved to create a separate oversight committee to review Measure R revenues and provide public input on how the sales‑tax proceeds should be prioritized and tracked.
Staff presented draft guidelines based on council direction from January 15, outlining three selection options: councilmember‑nominated district representatives, category‑based membership (similar to Measure T), or an at‑large open application process. Staff recommended a committee focused on budget oversight: review of the proposed budget and revenues, an annual independent report, and participation in budget workshops so the committee can present findings to council.
The hearing drew many…
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