County of Ventura

The agenda for the meeting included several key discussion points. Opening items covered call to order, roll call to confirm quorum, and review of the agenda. Regular agenda items featured updates and discussion regarding Ad Hoc Committees, discussion concerning follow-up on public comments, and discussion on requests to form new Ad Hoc Committees. The agenda concluded with a Chair Report calling for future agenda items and a period for Member and Staff Comments.

The meeting commenced with confirmation of quorum and review of the agenda. Key discussions focused on a presentation regarding a new agenda-setting process and possible action to amend the bylaws, which involved changing the quorum requirement from a fixed number to "50%+1," passing by consensus. Discussions also addressed the possible action to remove a Community Based Organization (CBO) member due to attendance, which was tabled. Furthermore, there was a consensus to establish a Recruitment Ad Hoc committee. Consideration for establishing ad hoc committees for community-informed public safety strategies regarding immigration enforcement, bylaw review and amendment recommendations, and PSREAG communication efforts was tabled to a future meeting.

The meeting agenda for the Public Safety Racial Equity Advisory Group (PSREAG) included several key discussions. Topics covered included comments from County Counsel regarding the PSREAG's jurisdiction, updates from ad hoc members, possible action regarding the removal of a Community Based Organization (CBO) member due to attendance, updates on the PSREAG website, and an update on the Brown Act. A significant discussion was planned regarding how PSREAG members may respond to public comments in their individual capacity. The agenda also covered Chair reports and calls for future agenda items. External correspondence included a request for the group to address Sheriff and ICE oversight, budget allocations for trauma-informed services, and accountability mechanisms, which was previously responded to by County Counsel regarding the scope of PSREAG authority.

The meeting included procedures for public comment submission both prior to and during the session. Key agenda items involved possible action to ratify/confirm member leads and alternates. The group also held discussions regarding suggestions for enhancing collaboration and trust within the PSREAG and reviewed submitted ad hoc reports. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to the possible election of Co-Chairs and Secretary for the 2026 term, with Chief Don Aguilar approved as public safety co-chair, Christina Eilar as CBO co-chair, and Maria Robles as secretary. Finally, there was a presentation and discussion concerning policy change recommendations related to traffic stops.

The primary discussion item was the review and approval of a proposed policy concerning remote attendance at meetings by Civil Service Commission members. Following a brief presentation and questions, the Commission unanimously approved the policy, incorporating suggested language adjustments.