Meeting Summary
Present: Jr., Hernandez, Villegas, Julian
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At a glance
Veterans Plaza Firework Stand
- A representative requested approval to operate a firework stand in Veterans Plaza.
- Council determined the request would be handled administratively to ensure timely action.
- City Administrator and Police Chief were instructed to work with the organization on logistics.
Management and Infrastructure Updates
- Updates were provided on the Theater project, Las Mujeres Park, and utility connection progress.
- Staff discussed parking management options regarding Highway 1 and Caltrans construction impacts.
- The Mayor noted the Fiestas Patrias parade may not occur this year due to construction.
General Municipal Election
- Staff presented a request to call notice of a general municipal election for November 2026.
- Resolutions were adopted to call the election and establish regulations for candidate statements.
- Council approved the resolutions to move forward with the election process.
Cannabis Business Tax Measure
- Staff requested the submission of a cannabis business tax measure to voters.
- Resolutions were passed to order the election and authorize written arguments.
- The Mayor was authorized to work with staff on preparing the written argument in favor.
Transient Occupancy Tax Measure
- Staff requested a measure to increase the transient occupancy tax rate from 6% to 12%.
- Resolutions were passed to order the election and provide for filing of arguments.
- The Mayor was authorized to work with staff on preparing the written argument.
Accounting Technician Classification
- Staff presented a proposal to update the Account Clerk III classification to Accounting Technician.
- Resolution 2026-34 was adopted to approve the new classification and abolish the old one.
- The update reflects current duties including payroll and financial reporting.
Enterprise Fund Draft Budget
- Staff presented the preliminary Enterprise Fund Draft Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-27.
- Both Water and Wastewater funds were reported as balanced with specific revenue projections.
- No formal vote was taken on this workshop agenda item.
Full summary
Opening Proceedings
- The meeting was called to order. Roll call was taken, and a quorum was established. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. During the moment of thanks, condolences were offered to families of deceased community members.
Community Participation
- A representative from 805 Swish Basketball requested Council approval to operate a firework stand in Veterans Plaza to fund youth basketball programs. The representative noted the previous nonprofit had not applied for this year. Council members and staff discussed the logistics, including fire inspections, security, and storage of fireworks. It was determined that the request would be handled administratively to ensure timely action. The City Administrator and Police Chief were instructed to work with the organization to resolve the matter outside of formal Council vote.
Consent Calendar
- A motion was made to approve the consent calendar. The motion was seconded. No items were pulled for separate discussion. The consent calendar was passed.
Management Reports
- City Administrator: The Administrator reported on the status of the Theater project, noting progress on footers, paint samples, and utility connections. Issues regarding an EDA reimbursement were discussed due to property merger recording discrepancies. Updates were provided on the Las Mujeres Park improvements (skate park, bocce ball court, playground, dog park), the completion of the 303 Obispo chargers, and delays related to Amtrak construction and PG&E. Regarding Highway 1 construction, the Administrator inquired about parking passes for residents. The Police Chief suggested creating a system to manage overnight parking rather than issuing passes. The impact of Caltrans sidewalk construction on the upcoming Fiestas Patrias parade was discussed; the Mayor noted the parade may not occur this year.
- Police Chief: The Chief reported on first responder wellness and recent critical incidents. Updates were provided on Snowy Plover Street maintenance, Los Mojeres Park camera installation (pending power), and progress on drone licensing for enforcement. The Chief noted incidents behind the Veterans building involving a fire and narcotics paraphernalia, requiring fence repairs. Regarding Caltrans bulb-outs, the Chief indicated the city was in contact with Caltrans supervisors regarding business owner concerns about parking.
- Discussion: Council members requested the Caltrans revitalization plan document for distribution to business owners.
Agenda Item 9: General Municipal Election
- Staff presented a request to call notice of a general municipal election to be held November 3rd, 2026, and to establish regulations for candidate statements.
- Resolution 2026-26: A motion was made to adopt Resolution 2026-26 calling for the election. The motion was seconded and passed.
- Resolution 2026-27: A motion was made to adopt Resolution 2026-27 establishing regulations for candidate statements. The motion was seconded and passed.
Agenda Item 10: Cannabis Business Tax Measure
- Staff requested the submission of a cannabis business tax measure to voters.
- Resolution 2026-28: A motion was made to adopt Resolution 2026-28 ordering the election. The motion was seconded and passed.
- Resolution 2026-29: A motion was made to adopt Resolution 2026-29 setting priority for the City Council to file a written argument in favor of the measure. The motion was seconded and passed.
- Resolution 2026-30: A motion was made to adopt Resolution 2026-30 providing for the filing of rebuttal arguments. The motion was seconded and passed.
- Authorization: A motion was made to authorize the Mayor to work with staff on preparing the written argument. The motion was seconded and passed.
Agenda Item 11: Transient Occupancy Tax Measure
- Staff requested the submission of a measure to voters to increase the transient occupancy tax rate from 6% to 12% and include additional occupancy types.
- Resolution 2026-31: A motion was made to adopt Resolution 2026-31 ordering the election. The motion was seconded and passed.
- Resolution 2026-32: A motion was made to adopt Resolution 2026-32 setting priority for the City Council to file a written argument. The motion was seconded and passed.
- Resolution 2026-33: A motion was made to adopt Resolution 2026-33 providing for the filing of rebuttal arguments. The motion was seconded and passed.
- Authorization: A motion was made to authorize the Mayor to work with staff on preparing the written argument. The motion was seconded and passed.
Agenda Item 12: Accounting Technician Classification
- Staff presented a proposal to update the outdated "Account Clerk III" classification to "Accounting Technician" to better reflect current duties, including payroll, financial reporting, and grant administration.
- Resolution 2026-34: A motion was made to adopt Resolution 2026-34 approving the new classification and abolishing the obsolete one. The motion was seconded and passed.
Agenda Item 13: Enterprise Fund Draft Budget Workshop
- Staff presented the preliminary Enterprise Fund Draft Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-27 for the Water and Wastewater funds. The report indicated both funds were balanced. The Water fund projected $2.9 million in revenue and expenses. The Wastewater fund projected $2.5 million in revenue and expenses. Staff discussed revenue drivers, expense line items (including state water costs and capital improvements), and transfer mechanisms to the Capital Improvement Program (CIP). No formal vote was taken on this agenda item.
Future Agenda Items
- Council and staff discussed the timing of potential rate changes for the upcoming fiscal year, noting they would likely be effective January 1 pending the completion of a rate study.
Council Activity and Announcements
- Council members provided updates on various community events, including youth sports, a mural unveiling, a robotics tournament, and a Juneteenth celebration. Announcements included a 5K run benefiting schools and summer reading programs at the library.
Adjournment
- A motion was made to adjourn the meeting. The motion was seconded and passed.