The Oxnard City Council adopted a mid‑cycle update to the city’s five‑year Capital Improvement Program (2025–2029) on May 20, approving the staff list of projects and funding allocations after public testimony and debate.

Key votes and debate: A council motion to change the funding source for a proposed $200,000 signage package at the John C. Zaragoza Oxnard Transit Center — replacing Measure O funding with voluntary donations and pledging personal contributions — failed 1–6. The overall CIP adoption then passed 6–1, with Councilmember Aaron Starr voting no. Council members discussed which projects to prioritize and whether to bond for large projects; several council members reiterated that some projects are delayed because of litigation over prior bond commitments and that certain projects (the aquatic center, station upgrades) are subject to outside funding or pending legal outcomes.

Project highlights and timing: Staff presented a list of funded and unfunded projects, explaining distinctions between lane miles and centerline miles for street work and noting that some assessment‑district (CFD) park projects were deferred at residents’ request. The CIP includes street paving (arterial/neighbor/alleys), stormwater and wastewater reliability projects, park work and building rehabilitation. Staff told council the list is an implementation document that will guide multi‑year construction, and that larger, multi‑year projects are potential candidates for bonding or state loan programs.

Public comments and community concerns: Speakers asked for updates on several delayed projects, especially the proposed aquatic center and a sports complex; staff and council said litigation and bonding issues have delayed some items and that staff will provide updates. Several residents urged greater transparency on project delays and funding reallocations.

Ending: Council adopted the mid‑cycle CIP after debate about priorities and naming/signage choices. Staff will post the adopted project list and the larger project timelines and continue outreach on deferred projects and bonds.