City Council — April 28, 2026

Warrant Payments and Contract Ratification

• Council discussed warrant payments totaling approximately $132,750.
• Staff confirmed work completion for a contract with Andrew Goodwin Designs.
• The motion to approve these pulled items passed following seconding.

Central Coast Water Authority Representation

• Staff recommended nominating a council member to serve on the CCWA Board.
• Council Member Villegas was nominated for the primary representative position.
• The motion to appoint Ms. Villegas passed without further discussion.

Maintenance Supervisor Classification

• Staff presented Resolution 2026-18 to establish a new Public Works job classification.
• The proposal includes a career path with an estimated annual cost of $129,000.
• The resolution was adopted following a discussion on organizational structure.

Guadalupe City Council Meeting Summary

• Date: Tuesday, April 28

Meeting Call and Opening Procedures

• The meeting was called to order. A quorum was established following the roll call of council members and the Mayor. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. During the moment of thanks, appreciation, or condolences, a council member expressed condolences to the family of Mario Cuevas, a long-time resident.

Agenda Review and Community Participation

• The agenda review item was discussed. Jose Limon Jr. appeared during community participation to discuss an administrative hearing regarding a citation for tampering with a water meter. He stated he had paid the $100 fine but was seeking information regarding an appeal to the City Council. Staff clarified that there is a seven-day window to file an appeal from the date of service of the order and noted that a written copy of the order would be provided. Later in the meeting, staff clarified to the Council that administrative citations do not allow for an appeal to the City Council, distinguishing them from compliance orders.

Public Notices

• Representatives from the Guadalupe Cemetery provided announcements regarding the Memorial Day celebration, operating hours (7 a.m. to sunset), a new website, and a vacancy on the cemetery board of trustees.

Ceremonial Calendar

• A proclamation for the National Day of Prayer was read. The proclamation designates May 7, 2026, as the National Day of Prayer. A representative thanked the Council for the proclamation and shared details regarding local observance events. No formal vote was required for this item.

Consent Calendar

• The Consent Calendar was presented for approval without discussion.
• Items A and C: A motion was made to approve Items A and C. The motion was seconded. No discussion was held. The motion passed.
• Items B and D: These items were pulled for discussion. Discussion included warrant payments totaling approximately $132,750 and a request to ratify an expired contract with Andrew Goodwin Designs due to an administrative error in routing the documents. Staff confirmed the work was completed but the process was delayed. A motion was made to approve Items B and D. The motion was seconded. The motion passed.

Management Reports

• Reports were provided by various departments for information only.
• City Administrator: Updates included the Royal Theater construction status, the Las Mujeres Park project (delayed to early fall due to rain), the 303 project progress, receipt of an Amtrak encroachment permit, and the commencement of Highway 1 construction. Discussion covered internet outage complaints and attendance at regional leadership meetings.
• Public Safety: Updates covered the public safety website redesign, issues regarding police and fire generator procurement, and the status of FEMA reimbursements for 2023 flooding and displacement efforts. The report detailed new online reporting tools for code compliance and complaints, as well as preparations for potential state and federal emergency commitments related to the Summer Olympics.
• Human Resources: Updates included recruitment status for various positions, workers' compensation claims, and upcoming ethics training requirements.
• Recreation: Updates covered upcoming events including poetry jams, ceramics classes, Cycle Mania, and a Mother-Son dance. Progress on the baseball field revitalization was reported, along with a note that the Recreation Commission is seeking a new member to fill a vacancy.

Regular Business

Central Coast Water Authority (CCWA) Representation

• Staff recommended nominating a council member to serve as the primary representative to the CCWA Board. Council Member Villegas was nominated for the position. A motion was made to appoint Ms. Villegas as the primary representative. The motion was seconded. The motion passed.

Maintenance Supervisor Classification

• Staff presented Resolution 2026-18 to establish a classification and job description for a Maintenance Supervisor within the Public Works Department. The proposal aims to balance the department's structure and provide a career path for staff. The estimated fully loaded annual cost is $129,000. Discussion focused on organizational structure and supervisory roles. A motion was made to adopt Resolution 2026-18. The motion was seconded. A vote was taken. The resolution passed.

Future Agenda Items

• Street Renaming: A street naming or renaming item regarding Cesar Chavez Avenue is planned for the May 12 meeting. Staff noted the impact on approximately 14 addresses.
• Vacant Commercial Building: Staff reported on efforts to establish a legal framework for fees regarding vacant commercial buildings, noting the current annual registration fee is inadequate for cost recovery.
• Cannabis Tax Ordinance: It was noted that this ordinance may be scheduled for the May 26 meeting or the first meeting in June.
• Budget Workshop: A budget workshop for the 2026-27 fiscal year is scheduled for May 26.

Council Activity and Announcements

• Council members provided reports on recent activities, including a community cleanup at Vets Plaza. Staff provided a final clarification regarding the appeal process for the water meter citation discussed during community participation, confirming that administrative citations do not carry an appeal right to the Council.

Adjournment

• A motion was made to adjourn the meeting. The motion was seconded. The motion passed.