Meeting Summary
Present: Martin, Cariocco, 4-Kasdin, Tempore-Smith, Parodi
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At a glance
Vision Zero Initiative and SS4A Grant Program
- Staff presented a $364,000 federal grant award to fund a comprehensive Vision Zero Action Plan.
- The approved agreement with TDG Engineering includes a safety dashboard, traffic calming toolkit, and Safe Routes to School program.
- Council members emphasized the need for accurate e-bike accident data and collaboration with local schools and law enforcement.
Sandpiper Golf Course Project and Related Resolutions
- The Council adopted Resolution 26 to approve the project's Final EIR, Development Plan, and Alternative 4 design.
- Key project features include a Tom Doak-designed course with reduced turf, a new clubhouse, and rehabilitation of the historic Barnes-Dahl Service Station.
- Discussions addressed visual resources, traffic safety measures, and construction logistics, with final design details reserved for the Design Review Board.
LGBTQ+ Pride Month Proclamation
- The Council adopted a proclamation recognizing June 2026 as LGBTQ+ Pride Month to honor the 57th anniversary of the Stonewall riots.
- The resolution affirms the City's commitment to equality and inclusivity following support from the Pacific Pride Foundation.
Juneteenth Proclamation
- A proclamation designating June 19, 2026, as Juneteenth was adopted to acknowledge the historical significance of the date.
- The City will sponsor an annual celebration at Bandshell Park featuring entertainment, community resources, and transportation options.
General Municipal Election
- Resolutions were adopted to call the general municipal election for November 3, 2026, and consolidate it with the County.
- The election will include seats for Council District 1 and District 2, with a filing period scheduled from July 13 to August 7, 2026.
Full summary
Vision Zero Initiative and SS4A Grant Program
- Staff presented an overview of the City's Vision Zero initiative and the Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) federal grant program, which aims to eliminate traffic deaths and serious injuries through safer roadway design, lower speeds, and improved infrastructure. The City was awarded $364,000 in federal funding with a required local match of $91,000. Staff recommended approving a professional services agreement with TDG Engineering to develop a Vision Zero Action Plan, including a public safety dashboard, a public safety campaign, a neighborhood traffic calming toolkit, and a Safe Routes to School program. Council members discussed the initiative's importance, the need for accurate data on unreported accidents involving e-bikes, and the value of collaboration with schools, PTAs, and law enforcement. A motion was made and seconded to approve the professional services agreement and budget appropriation. The motion passed.
Sandpiper Golf Course Project and Related Resolutions
- The Council considered the Sandpiper Golf Course renovation and new clubhouse project, including height and setback adjustments, a final Environmental Impact Report (EIR), and related permits. Presentations detailed the redesign of the 18-hole course by architect Tom Doak to minimize grading and reduce irrigated turf by approximately 60 acres in favor of native plants; the rehabilitation of the historic Barnes-Dahl (Barnsdale) Service Station for use as a café and community space; the construction of a new clubhouse with public dining and a terrace; the undergrounding of utility lines along Hollister Avenue; and the extension of the multi-use path to connect with the Sperling Preserve and Elwood School. Additional features included the removal of concrete cart paths, restoration of creek crossings, and a five-acre conservation easement donation in Bell Canyon.
- Staff recommended Alternative 4, which includes an extended bicycle path, as the environmentally superior alternative. Amendments to conditions of approval regarding the coffee shop's hours of operation were noted to avoid triggering traffic fees. Discussions addressed design aesthetics, accessibility features such as elevators and ramps, visual resources including concerns over winter sunset views, traffic safety measures like a lighted crosswalk, and construction logistics regarding soil and vibration impacts. Staff and the project team clarified that the design aims to improve public views, maintain accessibility, and balance functionality with a "meandering" aesthetic for the bike path. Concerns regarding visual resources and tree placement were noted as items to be addressed in the final Design Review Board process. A motion was made and seconded to adopt Resolution 26, which includes adopting environmental findings pursuant to CEQA, certifying the Final EIR, and approving the Development Plan, Conditional Use Permit, and Coastal Development Plan in Concept for the project, including Alternative 4 as amended. The motion passed.
LGBTQ+ Pride Month Proclamation
- A proclamation recognizing June 2026 as LGBTQ+ Pride Month in the City of Goleta was presented. The text acknowledged the 57th anniversary of the Stonewall riots and the City's commitment to equality and inclusivity. A representative from the Pacific Pride Foundation spoke in support of the proclamation. A motion was made and seconded to adopt the proclamation. The motion passed.
Juneteenth Proclamation
- The Council considered a proclamation designating June 19, 2026, as Juneteenth in the City of Goleta. The text noted the historical significance of the date and the City's sponsorship of an annual celebration. A representative from Juneteenth Santa Barbara provided a presentation outlining the upcoming celebration at Bandshell Park, including the event theme, entertainment, community resources, and transportation options. No public comment was received on the proclamation itself. A motion was made and seconded to adopt the proclamation. The motion passed.
General Municipal Election
- The City Clerk presented an item regarding the upcoming general municipal election scheduled for November 3, 2026. The presentation noted that seats for Council District 1 and District 2 would be on the ballot, with filing periods set for July 13 through August 7, 2026. The Council was asked to adopt resolutions to call the election and to consolidate it with the County. A motion was made and seconded to adopt the resolutions. The motion passed.
Consent Calendar
- The Consent Calendar included the approval of the City Council meeting minutes from May 19, 2026; Amendment No. 2 to the professional services agreement with Western Audiovisual for council chambers AV maintenance; Amendment No. 1 to the professional services agreement with Voices for Spanish interpretation services; acceptance of the April 2026 check register; a professional design services agreement with the Urban Forest Institute for a citywide canopy map and parks landscape design; and a proposed solid waste rate increase by Marburg. During public comment, a member of the Public Tree Advisory Commission requested that the canopy project be held for one week to allow the Commission to review the work program and incorporate historical aerial data from 2010. A motion was made and seconded to approve the Consent Calendar. The motion passed.
Other Matters
- The City Manager announced upcoming FIFA World Cup watch parties at the Goleta Community Center, "Meet Me in Old Town" events, and the arrival of Team Austria in Goleta. Council members disclosed prior communications regarding the Barnes-Dahl and Sandpiper projects, noting that no new information was learned outside of the public record. The meeting concluded with a public forum where a speaker addressed the Sandpiper Golf Course project, expressing approval of the design and the applicant's track record.