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Citizen Advisory Commission re-elects chair and reaffirms vice chair during April reorganization
Summary
At its April 14, 2025 meeting, Port Hueneme's Citizen Advisory Commission introduced two newly appointed commissioners and unanimously re-elected its chair and vice chair in a short reorganization vote.
The Port Hueneme Citizen Advisory Commission conducted its regular reorganization at the April 14 meeting, welcoming two newly appointed commissioners and re-electing leadership.
New members and introductions
The commission introduced newly appointed commissioners Louie Mendez and Randall Thomas. "I've been a resident of Port Hueneme for 40 years since 1985. So I'm honored to have been asked ... and hope to bring the information that I feel our residents need and want the city to hear," said Commissioner Louie Mendez. Commissioner Randall Thomas said, "I grew up in this community and went to school just across the street from the city hall... I'm looking forward to assisting in whatever ways I possibly can."
Chair and vice chair election
The commission opened nominations for chair and vice chair. A motion to re-nominate the sitting chair and to re-elect Vice Chair Jan Burke was made and seconded. The commission carried out roll-call voting for the chair and vice chair positions. Each named commissioner recorded an affirmative vote, and the motion to re-elect both leadership positions passed unanimously. Chair O'Claire and Vice Chair Jan Burke were thanked by fellow commissioners and staff.
Why it matters
The short reorganization sets the commission's leadership for the year and confirms the membership that will review city business for the next cycle, including Community Benefit Fund recommendations and neighborhood projects.
Procedural notes
The commission reminded members that any conflicts of interest must be disclosed at the start of discussion on any agenda item; several commissioners disclosed conflicts tied to upcoming agenda items and were instructed to recuse themselves when those items were heard.
Ending
Following the reorganization, the commission proceeded to its full agenda, including the Community Benefit Fund review. The commission adjourned at 6:00 p.m.; its next regular meeting is scheduled for July 14, 2025.
