Meeting Summary
Present: Martin, 2-Kyriaco, 4-Kasdin, 3-Smith, Parodi
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At a glance
Black History Month Proclamation
- The council adopted a proclamation declaring February 2026 as Black History Month with the theme "A Century of Black History Commemorations."
- The resolution acknowledged African American contributions and the legacy of Dr. Carter G. Woodson following public comment.
- A motion to approve the proclamation was made, seconded, and passed by the council.
Senior Mobile Home Park Overlay and Moratorium
- Staff proposed an interim ordinance to prohibit converting senior mobile home parks to all-ages status where 80% of units are occupied by those 55 or older.
- Public comment included support from residents and concerns from a park representative regarding federal age discrimination laws.
- The council adopted Urgency Ordinance No. 26-U with a four-fifths affirmative vote to establish the moratorium and require annual age certification.
General Government Department Annual Work Program
- Staff presented the Fiscal Year 2026-27 work program covering priorities such as technology modernization, contract renegotiations, and capital projects.
- Council members debated prioritization, specifically regarding rent stabilization, street parking permits, and the 101 overcrossing.
- The council amended the work plan to elevate revenue enhancement, permit parking, and rent control before approving the final program.
Development Impact Fee Nexus Study
- Staff presented a draft study shifting fees from per dwelling unit to per square foot to comply with state law AB 602.
- The presentation recommended prioritizing roundabouts over traffic signals for new intersections based on safety and cost benefits.
- No formal vote was taken as the council requested further clarification and policy direction before adoption.
San Jose Creek Multipurpose Path Project
- Staff reported that approximately 60% of tree removal and clearing in the northern segment is complete despite rain delays.
- Environmental mitigation plans include restoring 2.8 acres and planting over 300 new trees in coordination with Caltrans.
- Council members inquired about the project timeline and environmental safeguards, but no motion was made on the update.
Temporary Parking Restrictions
- The council considered and approved temporary on-street parking restrictions for the 2026 Isla Vista Deltopia event.
- No public comment was received on the item prior to the motion.
- A motion to approve the restrictions was made, seconded, and passed.
Closed Session
- No closed session report was included in the provided meeting summary.
Full summary
Public Comment and Presentations
- The meeting included presentations and public comment on several topics. Maurice Fisher of the Small Business Administration presented information on Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL) for businesses and non-profits affected by storms between December 16 and December 26, 2020, noting loan amounts up to $2 million with specific interest rates and a deadline of November 6, 2026. Joseph Tucciaroni spoke in support of maintaining the University Mobile Home Park as a senior-only facility. Julius Abanese of the NAACP addressed the council regarding the proclamation of Black History Month. Carlos Villarreal and Jim Dankowicz of Urban Economics presented a draft Nexus study on development impact fees, explaining a shift from flat fees per dwelling unit to fees per square foot to comply with state law (AB 602), and noting that the study identified "maximum justified" fee amounts rather than recommended adoption levels. Jim Dankowicz and Nina (Unidentified speaker 24) detailed the transportation fee update process, including the use of travel demand models and legal requirements for fee updates. Council Member Dankowicz inquired about tree removal associated with a corridor project; staff confirmed a public meeting is being scheduled. Council Member Dankowicz also expressed support for prioritizing a rental registry and rent stabilization ordinance and discussed the need for a street parking permit program and the future use of the MOT site.
Agenda Item A1: Ratification of Mayoral Appointment
- The council considered the ratification of the mayoral appointment of the Isla Vista Community Services District representative to the City of Goleta Library Advisory Commission. No public comment was received. A motion was made and seconded to approve the item. The motion passed.
Agenda Item A2: Investment Transaction Report
- The council considered the acceptance of the December 2025 investment transaction report. No public comment was received. A motion was made and seconded to approve the item. The motion passed.
Agenda Item A3: Financial Review
- The council considered the Fiscal Year 2025-26 second quarter financial review. No public comment was received. A motion was made and seconded to approve the item. The motion passed.
Agenda Item A4: Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
- The council considered the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the year ended June 30, 2025. No public comment was received. A motion was made and seconded to approve the item. The motion passed.
Agenda Item A5: Temporary Parking Restrictions
- The council considered temporary on-street parking restrictions for the 2026 Isla Vista Deltopia event. No public comment was received. A motion was made and seconded to approve the item. The motion passed.
Agenda Item B1: Black History Month Proclamation
- The council considered a proclamation declaring February 2026 as Black History Month in the City of Goleta, with the theme "A Century of Black History Commemorations." The proclamation acknowledged the contributions of African Americans and the legacy of Dr. Carter G. Woodson. Public comment was received. A motion was made and seconded to approve the proclamation. The motion passed.
Agenda Item C1: Senior Mobile Home Park Overlay and Moratorium
- The council considered the adoption of an interim ordinance establishing a senior mobile home park overlay district and a moratorium on the conversion of senior mobile home parks to all-ages parks. Staff presented the proposal, which aims to prohibit conversion of parks where 80% of occupied spaces have at least one occupant aged 55 or greater, citing the recent sale of the University Mobile Home Park and notices to convert it to all-ages status. The ordinance would establish a moratorium, require signage, and mandate annual certification of age demographics. Public comment was received from residents and representatives of the Golden State Manufactured Home Owners League in support of the measure, as well as from a representative of the University Mobile Home Park who argued that federal law prohibits age discrimination unless strict criteria are met and warned of potential litigation. Council members debated the rationale for age restrictions, the financial motivations of park owners, and the balance between protecting senior housing and expanding access for other demographics. Council Member Dankowicz moved to adopt Urgency Ordinance No. 26-U, amending the motion to correct a typographical error in the ordinance number. Council Member Kerrioco seconded the motion. The motion passed with a four-fifths affirmative vote.
Agenda Item C2: General Government Department Annual Work Program (Fiscal Year 2026-27)
- The council held a workshop to set priorities for the General Government Department's Fiscal Year 2026-27 annual work program. Staff presented the proposed program, which included accomplishments from the previous fiscal year and key priorities for the upcoming year, such as support for Capital Improvement Program projects, contract renegotiations (Animal Services and Sheriff's Office), technology modernization, and anniversary celebrations. Specific division updates covered the City Clerk's rollout of an enterprise content management system, Community Relations planning for events and website accessibility compliance, and HR reviews of health plans and contract negotiations. Council members discussed prioritization, including the 101 overcrossing, the MOT site, street parking permits, rent stabilization, and revenue enhancement. Concerns were raised regarding staff capacity. Council Member Dankowicz suggested removing the LAFCO sphere of influence item to prioritize rent stabilization and parking permits; Council Member Kerrioco suggested deferring the LAFCO item; and Council Member Kasdan supported moving the rental registry and street parking permit items higher. A motion was made to amend the work plan by moving "Revenue Enhancement" from priority 12 to 15, "Permit Parking" to 12, and "Rent Control" to 13, with the 101 overcrossing remaining at 11. A subsequent motion was made to approve the City Manager's work plan as amended. The motion was seconded and passed.
Development Impact Fee (DIF) Nexus Study
- Staff presented the updated Draft Development Impact Fee Nexus Study, reflecting current facility inventories, construction costs, and service population data. The presentation highlighted a recommendation to prioritize roundabouts over traffic signals for new intersections due to safety and cost benefits, while noting the council retains authority to select signalized intersections on a case-by-case basis. Questions were raised regarding the binding nature of fee estimates, fees from developments outside city limits, and bonus density handling. Staff confirmed fees are based on actual built square footage and that the city cannot charge fees for developments outside its jurisdiction. No formal vote was taken on the DIF study; the council requested further clarification and indicated the need for policy direction before adoption.
San Jose Creek Multipurpose Path Project Update
- Staff provided an update on the San Jose Creek Multipurpose Path Project, detailing progress on the northern and southern segments. Approximately 60% of tree removal and clearing in the northern segment was completed, with work expected to continue through mid-March due to rain delays. Staff outlined environmental mitigation requirements, including the restoration of 2.8 acres and the planting of over 300 new trees, and discussed coordination with Caltrans. Council members asked questions regarding the project timeline and environmental safeguards. No motion was made on this item.
Public Forum and Other Matters
- The meeting included a public forum where residents addressed issues not on the agenda, including parking congestion near UCSB and the need for year-round parking permits. Additional public comment was received regarding the urgency of rent stabilization measures. The Housing and Homelessness Committee reported that a strategic plan would be presented for future discussion and noted upcoming work on e-bike laws. No formal motions were taken on the public forum items or committee reports.