Agenda packet — Buellton City Council, February 26, 2026

CITY OF BUELLTON

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
Regular Meeting of February 26, 2026 – 6:00 p.m.

City Council Chambers, 140 West Highway 246
Buellton, California
Council meetings will be conducted in person and the public is welcome to attend.

Written comments will not be read aloud but can be sent to the City Council via email at [email protected] (please reference agenda item number/subject matter, and include your name and address). The public can observe Council meetings via City TV Live Stream at:
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CALL TO ORDER
Mayor David Silva

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

ROLL CALL
Council Members, Hudson Hornick, Elysia Lewis and John Sanchez, Vice Mayor Carla Mead and Mayor David Silva

REORDERING OF AGENDA

PRESENTATIONS
PUBLIC COMMENTS – NON-AGENDIZED ITEMS
Speaker slips must be completed and submitted to the City Clerk prior to the commencement of the meeting. Any person may address the Council only on matters pertaining to City business that are not listed on the agenda. Comments on agendized items, including Public Hearing items, the Consent Agenda, and Closed Session items, shall be taken at the time designated for those items. Speaker slips will not be accepted once public comment has opened for an item.

Each speaker is limited to three (3) minutes. Speakers using a translator are allotted a total of six (6) minutes, unless simultaneous translation equipment is used. By law, no action may be taken at this meeting on matters raised during Public Comments.

CONSENT CALENDAR (ACTION)
The following items are considered routine and non-controversial and are scheduled for consideration as a group. Any Council Member, the City Attorney, or the City Manager may request that an item be withdrawn from the Consent Agenda to allow for full discussion. Members of the Public may speak on Consent Agenda items during the Public Comment period.

1. Minutes of February 12, 2026, Regular City Council Meeting 1 of 140
City Council Meeting Agenda Page 2 February 26, 2026

2. List of Claims to be Approved and Ratified for Payment to Date for Fiscal Year 2025/2026

3. Public Disclosure of Donations Received by the City of Buellton During January 2026
 (Staff Contact: Finance Director Shannel Zamora)

PUBLIC HEARINGS (POSSIBLE ACTION)

4. Ordinance No. 26-01 – “An Ordinance of the City Council, of the City of Buellton, California, Revising City of Buellton Municipal Code Section 2.12 Regarding City Clerk” (Introduction and First Reading)
 (Staff Contact: City Clerk Linda Reid)

5. Ordinance No. 26-02 – “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Buellton, California, Revising Title 19 (Zoning) of the Buellton Municipal Code Regarding Outdoor Lighting” (Introduction and First Reading)
 (Staff Contact: Associate Planner Cara Miralles)

COUNCIL MEMBER COMMENTS/ITEMS
This Agenda listing allows Council Members to provide comments regarding recent events, contributions made or received, and future requests from City Council Members to staff.

WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
Written communications are included in the agenda packets. Any Council Member, the City Manager, or City Attorney may request that a written communication be read into the record.

COMMITTEE REPORTS
This Agenda listing is the opportunity for Council Members to give verbal Committee Reports on any meetings recently held for which the Council Members are the City representatives thereto.

BUSINESS ITEMS (POSSIBLE ACTION)

6. Establishment of City Council Priorities for 2026
 (Staff Contact: City Manager Scott Wolfe)

7. Resolution No. 26-02 – “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Buellton, California, Fixing the Employer’s Contribution Under the Public Employees’ Medical and Hospital Care Act at an Equal Amount for Employees and Annuitants and Revoking Resolution No. 25-17”
 (Staff Contact: Finance Director Shannel Zamora)

8. Report and Request for Direction from Friends of the Buellton Library  (Staff Contact: City Manager Scott Wolfe)

9. SYV Holiday Lights Festival Sponsorship Request
 (Staff Contact: Finance Director Shannel Zamora)
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City Council Meeting Agenda Page 3 February 26, 2026

10. Consideration of a License Agreement for the Operation of a Farmer’s Market on Avenue of Flags Medians 2 & 3 (APNs 099-293-001 & 099-284-001)  (Staff Contact: Planning Director Andrea Keefer)
CITY MANAGER’S REPORT

CLOSED SESSION ITEMS (POSSIBLE ACTION)

11. Closed Session Pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4) Potential Initiation of Litigation

12. Closed Session Pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2) and (e)(1) Facts Creating Significant Exposure to Litigation Not Known to Potential Plaintiffs

ADJOURNMENT
The next regular meeting of the City Council will be held on Thursday, March 12, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
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City Manager Review: SW
Council Agenda Item No.: 1

CITY OF BUELLTON

CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
Regular Meeting of February 12, 2026
City Council Chambers, 140 West Highway 246
Buellton, California

CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Silva called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

ROLL CALL

Present: Council Member Hudson Hornick, Council Member John Sanchez, Vice Mayor Carla Mead, and Mayor David Silva

Absent: Council Member Elysia Lewis
Staff: City Attorney Greg Murphy, Finance Director Shannel Zamora, Contract City Planner Irma Tucker (Via Zoom), Deputy City Clerk Katherine Dary, and City Clerk Linda Reid

REORDERING OF AGENDA
None

PRESENTATIONS
None

PUBLIC COMMENTS
John Rohner introduced himself as the new Public Affairs Manager for SoCalGas covering San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara Counties. He emphasized ongoing support for local governments and provided his contact information.

Kevin Little, Buellton, read a letter to the City Council regarding concerns related to operations at Buellton Community Garden and requested City review of the matter. 4 of 140
City Council Meeting Minutes Page 2 February 12, 2026

CONSENT CALENDAR
Finance Director Shannel Zamora noted a typographical error in Item 5. The Six-Month Report for Fiscal Year 2025-26 from the Buellton Visitors Bureau should reference December 2025, not December 2026.

Council Member Hornick requested that Item 6 be pulled from the Consent Calendar for discussion.

1. Minutes of January 10, 2026, Special City Council Meeting

2. Minutes of January 8, 2026, Regular City Council Meeting

3. List of Claims to be Approved and Ratified for Payment to Date for Fiscal Year 2025/2026

4. Monthly Treasurer’s Report – December 31, 2025

5. Six-Month Report for Fiscal Year 2025-26 from the Buellton Visitors Bureau

7. Consideration of a Letter of Intent for the Santa Ynez Valley Community Aquatics Foundation
MOTION:

Motion by Council Member Sanchez, seconded by Vice Mayor Mead, to approve Consent Calendar Items 1 through 5 and 7.

VOTE:

Motion passed by a roll call vote of 4-0.

Council Member Sanchez – Yes
Council Member Hornick – Yes
Vice Mayor Mead – Yes
Mayor Silva – Yes

6. Establishment of City Council Priorities for 2026
The City Council agreed by consensus to continue Item 6 to the City Council Meeting of February 26 due to the absence of City Manager Wolfe.

PUBLIC HEARINGS

None
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City Council Meeting Minutes Page 3 February 12, 2026

COUNCIL MEMBER COMMENTS/ITEMS
Council Member Hornick announced that the City’s tree planting program is progressing well, with remaining inventory available at a discounted rate. He requested that staff review irrigation damage and perform maintenance at the Williamson property site.

Council Member Sanchez announced that he attended the Triumph Foundation wheelchair rugby event and noted the organization’s support services.

Council Member Sanchez thanked the Santa Ynez Valley Community Aquatics Foundation and Mayor Silva for their involvement in the Polar Bear Plunge at Santa Ynez Highschool.

Council Member Sanchez announced that he attended auditions for the theater production of Annie.

Vice Mayor Mead announced that she attended the Santa Ynez Valley Community Aquatics Foundation Polar Bear Plunge and the Triumph Foundation wheelchair rugby event and highlighted the organization’s adaptive support programs.

Mayor Silva announced that he attended the League of California Cities (LOCC) Mayors and Council Members Academy in Sacramento with Vice Mayor Mead and City Manager Wolfe and met with legislative leaders regarding housing matters.

Mayor Silva reported increased migration of unhoused individuals into the Santa Ynez Valley following riverbed encampment cleanups conducted by the City of Lompoc.

Mayor Silva announced that a coordination meeting was held with Dr. Bailey and Lieutenant Henderson to discuss emergency preparedness collaboration among the City, the Buellton Union School District, and the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Department.

Mayor Silva reported that the Community Wildfire Prevention Plan (CWPP) grant application was denied and that a regional meeting was convened with members of Santa Barbara County, the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians, and the cities of Buellton and Solvang to discuss alternative funding strategies and regional coordination.

Mayor Silva reported progress on the River Trail project and stated that funding for Buellton’s Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) design work has been secured, including anticipated federal funding obtained by the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians.

Mayor Silva announced that he attended CommUnify 211 Community Day Celebration in Lompoc and organizations will be organizing outreach in Buellton. 6 of 140
City Council Meeting Minutes Page 4 February 12, 2026
Mayor Silva announced that he attended the United Boys & Girls Club event recognizing Blue Card recipients and shared that Sylvia Ibarra, Assistant Director of our local Boys & Girls Club, was honored as Assistant Director of the Year.

Mayor Silva reported that Village Senior Apartments have opened, with 22 units leased at the time of the ribbon cutting and additional leases in process.

Mayor Silva thanked the Buellton Rotary Club for conducting a trash cleanup on McMurray Road.

Mayor Silva acknowledged a community meeting hosted by the Friends of the Library regarding expanded library services.

Mayor Silva announced that he conducted door-to-door outreach on the Avenue of Flags to distribute bilingual flyers regarding applications for Buellton Garden Apartments.

Mayor Silva thanked Council Members and City staff for their participation at the Special City Council meeting to review and update Council priorities.

WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
None

COMMITTEE REPORTS
Council Member Sanchez announced that he attended the Central Coast Water Authority (CCWA) Board meeting and provided an oral report regarding the meeting.

Vice Mayor Mead announced that she attended the League of California Cities (LOCC) Community Services Policy Committee meeting in Sacramento and provided an oral report regarding the meeting.

Mayor Silva announced that he attended meetings of the Santa Barbara County Air Pollution Control District (APCD) and the Santa Barbara County Association of Governments (SBCAG) and provided oral reports regarding the meetings.

Mayor Silva stated that full funding has been secured for the final segment of the Highway 101 widening project, with completion anticipated in 2028.

Mayor Silva stated that Highway 246, including the eastern Buellton city limits, is included in the Santa Barbara County Association of Governments (SBCAG) funding plan for maintenance improvements.

Mayor Silva stated that Caltrans is conducting a Highway 246 corridor study and is expected to report back to the City. He noted that discussions included potential collaboration regarding ongoing maintenance funding.
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City Council Meeting Minutes Page 5 February 12, 2026
Mayor Silva provided an update regarding the Santa Barbara County Association of Governments (SBCAG) population forecast through 2060.

Mayor Silva reported that proposed commuter rail service is anticipated to transition from Metrolink to an expansion of Amtrak service, pending final board approval.

Mayor Silva thanked the community for submitting survey responses regarding the Williamson Green/Hundred Hills site and stated that staff will present the survey results and related zoning information at the upcoming ad hoc meeting scheduled for February 18 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Buellton Library.

BUSINESS ITEMS

8. Approval of Transportation Impact Analysis (TIA) Guidelines – February 2026 RECOMMENDATION:

That the City Council adopt the Draft Transportation Impact Analysis (TIA) Guidelines - February 2026.

STAFF REPORT:

Contract City Planner Irma Tucker presented the staff report.

DOCUMENTS:

Staff report with attachments as listed in the staff report.

SPEAKERS/DISCUSSION:

The City Council discussed development review standards, traffic impact thresholds, coordination with Caltrans, Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) compliance, and CEQA requirements.

MOTION:

Motion by Mayor Silva seconded by Vice Mayor Mead adopting the Draft Transportation Impact Analysis (TIA) Guidelines - February 2026.

VOTE:

Motion passed by a roll call vote of 4-0
Council Member Sanchez – Yes
Council Member Hornick – Yes
Vice Mayor Mead – Yes
Mayor Silva – Yes
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City Council Meeting Minutes Page 6 February 12, 2026

9. Resolution No. 26-02 – “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Buellton, California, Fixing the Employer’s Contribution Under the Public Employees’ Medical and Hospital Care Act at an Equal Amount for Employees and Annuitants and Revoking Resolution No. 25-17”
Council Member Sanchez recused himself from this item due to a conflict of interest with Agenda item 9 and left the dais.

RECOMMENDATION:

That the City Council consider adoption of Resolution No. 26-02.

STAFF REPORT:

Finance Director Zamora presented the staff report.

DOCUMENTS:

Staff report with attachments as listed in the staff report.

SPEAKERS/DISCUSSION:

Council Member Hornick requested that Item 9 be tabled to the City Council Meeting of February 26, so City Manager Wolfe can be present for the discussion.

DIRECTION:

The City Council agreed by consensus to table Item 9 to the City Council Meeting of February 26.

CITY MANAGER’S REPORT
None

CLOSED SESSION ITEMS

10. Closed Session Pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1) regarding: EXISTING LITIGATION (1 matter): City of Buellton v. Thrifty Oil Co., et al.; Santa Barbara County Superior Court Case No. 21CV02778 The City Council met in closed session to discuss Item 10. Unanimous direction was given to settle the case on defined terms. If those terms are agreed to then the settlement will go to the judge for approval and once approved, will be available at City Hall for public review.

11. Closed Session Pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2) and (e)(1) Facts Creating Significant Exposure to Litigation Not Known to Potential Plaintiffs
The City Council did not discuss Item 11, as the item was canceled. 9 of 140
City Council Meeting Minutes Page 7 February 12, 2026

ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Silva adjourned the regular meeting at 7:35 p.m. The next regular meeting of the City Council will be held on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. ____________________________
David Silva
Mayor
ATTEST:
_____________________________
Katherine Dary
Deputy City Clerk
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CITY OF BUELLTON
City Council Agenda Staff Report
City Manager Review: SW
Council Agenda Item No.: 2

To: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Shannel Zamora, Finance Director
Meeting Date: February 26, 2026
Subject: List of Claims to be Approved and Ratified for Payment to Date for Fiscal Year 2025/2026
______________________________________________________________________________

BACKGROUND
Staff is required to submit a check register to the City Council for approval every Council meeting for the most recently completed check register (Attachment 1).

The check register for the period 1/31/2026 through 2/13/2026 has been prepared in accordance with Government Code section 37202 and Buellton Municipal Code section

3.08.070. The check register lists all vendor payments for the specified period above, along with claimant’s name, a brief description of the goods or service purchased, amount of demand, check number, check date and the account number(s) associated with each payment.

The total amount of checks and electronic fund transfers issued for the period of 1/31/2026 through 2/13/2026 was $507,674.87.

FISCAL IMPACT
Payments made to the various vendors were consistent with the approved City’s Budget for 1/31/2026 through 2/13/2026. Cash is available for the payment disbursements of the above liabilities.

RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council review and accept the check register for the period 1/31/2026 through 2/13/2026.

ATTACHMENTS
Attachment 1 – Claims
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EXHIBIT A - A/P Packets processed
A/P Packet# APPKT04175 37,059.53
A/P Packet# APPKT04209 41,234.08
A/P Packet# APPKT04221 21,700.59
A/P Packet# APPKT04222 72,874.69
A/P Packet# APPKT04246 36,941.11
A/P Packet# APPKT04249 44,828.93
A/P Packet# APPKT04250 129,133.34
A/P Packet# APPKT04251 23,070.53
A/P Packet# APPKT04383 17,750.84
A/P Packet# APPKT04386 1,048.91
Total A/P Packets: $425,642.55 (16 pages)
Total Disbursement: $425,642.55
Payroll processed
Staff Payroll 2/6/2026 82,032.32
Total Payroll: $82,032.32
TOTAL AMOUNT OF CLAIMS:
$507,674.87

CONSOLIDATED CLAIMS DISBURSEMENT

BACK-UP/SUPPORT DATA IS AVAILABLE FOR COUNCIL REVIEW IN CITY HALL The following is a list of claims for the period of January 31, 2026 through February 13, 2026 for ratification by the City Council at the February 26, 2026 City Council Meeting.
\\fileserver\Users\Finance_Shared\CLAIMS APPROVALS\Claims Approval FY2025-2026.xlsx SZ 2/18/2026
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Payment
Number
48048
48049
48050
48051
48052
48053
48054
48055
48056
48057
48058
48059
48060
Check Disbursements - City Council - February 26, 2026
City of Buellton, CA By Payment Number
Payment Dates 1/31/2026 - 2/13/2026
Payment Date Vendor # Payment Amount
2/5/2026 000122 COMCAST CABLE 351.40
0114343-01222026 01/26/26 - 02/25/26 - CH - INTERNET SERVICE 001-410-61292 351.40 2/5/2026 000122 COMCAST CABLE 301.40
0209119-01242026 01/29/26 - 02/28/26 - WWTP - INTERNET SERVICE 005-701-60210 301.40 Payable Number Description Vendor Name Account Number Project Acct Key Item Amount 001444-01302026 01/30/26 - REIMBURSEMENT - WORK BOOTS - JCV 001-558-67600 200.00 2/5/2026 000745 PEDRO DE LA CRUZ dba 300.00
2/5/2026 001444 JUAN CARLOS VELASQUEZ 255.00
001444 01/30/26 - WTP - CERT RENEWAL REIMBURSEMENT 020-601-60710 55.00 2/5/2026 001950 CREATIVE GARDEN DESIGN 3,194.59
20251232 12/02/25 - PW - 1000 TREES PROGRAM SUPPLIES 001-556-74101 3,194.59 WO030063722 12/30/25 - EQUIPMENT REPAIR - TRACTOR SN07BC01934005-701-60270 425.19 WO030063722 12/30/25 - EQUIPMENT REPAIR - TRACTOR SN07BC01934020-601-60270 425.19 2/5/2026 000390 QUINN COMPANY 1,275.69
WO030063722 12/30/25 - EQUIPMENT REPAIR - TRACTOR SN07BC01934001-558-60270 425.31 00074501272026 02/06/26 - REC - DJ SERVICES VALLEY-WIDE DANCE 001-12500 150.00 00074501272026 02/06/26 - REC - DJ SERVICES VALLEY-WIDE DANCE 001-511-67570 150.00 2/5/2026 000507 SoCalGas 69.16
8592-0-01282026 12/26/25 - 01/26/26 - VB - UTILITIES - GAS 001-410-61230 69.16 2/5/2026 000507 SoCalGas 16.59
5078-2-01292026 12/29/25 - 01/27/26 - LIBRARY - UTILITIES - GAS 001-510-61230 16.59 2/5/2026 001593 SANTA BARBARA BICYCLE COALITION 15,347.00 1482 FY 25-26 OTS Grand and Scope of Work 001-558-60800 GM011070 15,347.00 1TJG-1HKD-CM6V 12/15/25 - 01/14/26 - COB AMAZON ORDERS 001-402-72300 1,082.49 1TJG-1HKD-CM6V 12/15/25 - 01/14/26 - COB AMAZON ORDERS 001-410-60900 49.12 574167409 20/26 - 02/20/26 - PLNG - COPIER LEASE OVERAGE 001-565-61130 3.31 2/13/2026 002058 Amazon 1,478.41
2/5/2026 000904 US BANK EQUIPMENT FINANCE 589.76
574167409 20/26 - 02/20/26 - PLNG - COPIER LEASE 001-565-60310 586.45 1TJG-1HKD-CM6V 12/15/25 - 01/14/26 - COB AMAZON ORDERS 001-511-67140 80.86 1TJG-1HKD-CM6V 12/15/25 - 01/14/26 - COB AMAZON ORDERS 001-558-60210 20.45 1TJG-1HKD-CM6V 12/15/25 - 01/14/26 - COB AMAZON ORDERS 001-511-61130 202.41 1TJG-1HKD-CM6V 12/15/25 - 01/14/26 - COB AMAZON ORDERS 001-511-67140 53037-040 43.08 2/13/2026 001847 CATERPILLAR FINANCIAL SERVICES CORPORATION 5,375.10 37981636 JAN 2026 - PW - TRACTOR LEASE PAYMENT 001-558-73500 680.97 18214 02/06/26 - SAFETY BOOTS - K GREER 005-701-67600 42.41 18214 02/06/26 - SAFETY BOOTS - K GREER 020-601-67600 42.41 2/13/2026 000800 CARR'S BOOT SHOP, INC. dba 141.36
18214 02/06/26 - SAFETY BOOTS - K GREER 001-558-67600 56.54 38035243 JAN 2026 - BACKHOE LOADER - LEASE CONTRACT 020-601-73500 1,110.75 2/17/2026 5:37:46 PM Page 1 of 16
38035243 JAN 2026 - BACKHOE LOADER - LEASE CONTRACT 001-558-73500 1,111.09 38035243 JAN 2026 - BACKHOE LOADER - LEASE CONTRACT 005-701-73500 1,110.75 37981636 JAN 2026 - PW - TRACTOR LEASE PAYMENT 005-701-73500 680.77 37981636 JAN 2026 - PW - TRACTOR LEASE PAYMENT 020-601-73500 680.77 13 of 140
Payment
Number
48061
48062
48063
48064
48065
48066
48067
48068
48069
48070
48071
1591510
L8887929
118088376
Item Amount
2/13/2026 000105 CITY OF BUELLTON 264.71
000105-01262026 12/25/25 - 01/25/26 IRRIGATION 595 2ND OAK VALLEY001-552-61211 264.71 Check Disbursements - City Council - February 26, 2026 Payment Dates: 1/31/2026 - 2/13/2026 Payment Date Vendor # Payment Amount
Payable Number Description Vendor Name Account Number Project Acct Key S100172930.001 01/28/26 - WTP - MAINT/REPAIR ITEMS 020-601-60250 188.56 2/13/2026 000286 LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES 5,135.00
S100172807.001 01/27/26 - WTP - MAINT/REPAIR ITEMS 020-601-60250 3,945.45 S100172816.001 01/27/26 - WTP - MAINT/REPAIR ITEMS 020-601-60250 538.75 2/13/2026 001364 FAMCON PIPE & SUPPLY-SM 5,319.82
S100171651.001 01/12/26 - WWTP - MAINT/REPAIR ITEMS 005-701-60250 647.06 254426 01/29/26 - CH - MAINT/REPAIR ITEMS 001-558-60250 11.81 255464 02/04/26 - CH - MAINT/REPAIR ITEMS 001-558-60250 17.33 000342-01302026 01/30/26 - PW - MISC 001-558-60900 1.52 253769 01/26/26 - WWTP - MAINT/REPAIR ITEMS 005-701-60250 70.52 INV-45601- MOW3C8 CY 2026 - CM - ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP DUES 001-410-60650 5,135.00 2/13/2026 000342 NIELSEN BUILDING MATERIALS,INC 115.51
001624-02102026 02/10/26 - SAFETY BOOTS - PA 001-558-67600 80.00 001624-02102026 02/10/26 - SAFETY BOOTS - PA 005-701-67600 60.00 80625-7-02062026 01/07/26 - 02/05/26 - LIBRARY - UTILITIES ELECTRIC 001-510-61241 1,823.73 2/13/2026 001624 PORFIRIO AVILA 200.00
256058 02/09/26 - OP - MAINT/REPAIR ITEMS 001-552-60256 14.33 2/13/2026 000352 P G & E 1,823.73
000438-01312026 JAN 2026 - MAINT/REPAIR/MAT'LS/SUPPLIES 001-552-61140 11.71 000438-01312026 JAN 2026 - MAINT/REPAIR/MAT'LS/SUPPLIES 001-558-61140 37.06 Q2208095 03/02/26 - 06/01/26 - POSTAGE EQUIPMENT LEASE 001-410-60310 1,044.66 2/13/2026 000438 SANTA YNEZ VALLEY HARDWARE 144.39
001624-02102026 02/10/26 - SAFETY BOOTS - PA 020-601-67600 60.00 2/13/2026 001490 QUADIENT LEASING USA, INC. 1,044.66
2/13/2026 001071 Tractor Supply Co 177.84
5092-01302026 JAN 2026 - MAINT/REPAIR ITEMS 001-552-60258 18.30 2/13/2026 001390 SCOTT WOLFE 1,200.00
001390-022026 FEB 2026 - MERP REIMBURSEMENT PER CONTRACT 001-402-50400 1,200.00 000438-01312026 JAN 2026 - MAINT/REPAIR/MAT'LS/SUPPLIES 005-701-61140 41.28 000438-01312026 JAN 2026 - MAINT/REPAIR/MAT'LS/SUPPLIES 020-601-60250 54.34 000379-022026 FEB 2026 - POSTAGE FOR WATER/SEWER 020-601-61131 325.00 2/3/2026 001897 AMILIA TECHNOLOGIES USA INC. 742.55
2/13/2026 000379 U.S. POSTAL SERVICE 650.00
000379-022026 FEB 2026 - POSTAGE FOR WATER/SEWER 005-701-61131 325.00 5092-01302026 JAN 2026 - UNIFORMS PANTS - JCV 001-558-60131 123.89 5092-01302026 JAN 2026 - MAINT/REPAIR ITEMS 001-558-60250 35.65 2/2/2026 000782 WAGE WORKS 3,543.40
INV0016604 FSA Account 001-22170 1,421.71
2/11/2026 001388 VINTAGE WALK OWNERS ASSOCIATION 306.36 970899-022026 FEB 2026 - 597 AOF# 101 - HOA FEES 001-410-60900 306.36 1591510 JAN 2026 - REC - SOFTWARE SUBSCRIPTION 001-511-60210 271.34 1591510 JAN 2026 - REC - SOFTWARE SUBSCRIPTION 001-511-60211 471.21 2/17/2026 5:37:46 PM Page 2 of 16
INV0016631 FSA Account 001-22170 1,421.68
INV0016633 Dependent Day Care Account 001-22172 208.33
INV0016606 Dependent Day Care Account 001-22172 208.34
INV0016626 FSA Account 001-22170 283.34
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Payment
Number
APA000406
APA000407
APA000408
APA000409
APA000410
APA000411
APA000412
APA000413
APA000414
APA000415
APA000416
APA000417
APA000418
APA000419
APA000420
APA000421
APA000422
APA000423
Check Disbursements - City Council - February 26, 2026 Payment Dates: 1/31/2026 - 2/13/2026 Payment Date Vendor # Payment Amount
2/2/2026 001372 BRENNTAG PACIFIC, INC. 1,430.07
BPI576640 01/20/26 - WTP - CHEMICALS 020-601-61111 1,430.07 2/2/2026 000005 ABALONE COAST ANALYTICAL, INC. 537.00
6875 DEC 2025 - WTP - CHEMICALS/ANALYSIS 020-601-61111 537.00 Payable Number Description Vendor Name Account Number Project Acct Key Item Amount 2/2/2026 000172 ECHO COMMUNICATIONS 230.40
260210236 FEB 2026 - ANS/MSG SERVICE 001-558-60800 76.82 2/2/2026 001827 DANIEL CONTRERAS 50.00
001827-01202026 01/15/26 - PLNG - PLANNING COMMISSION MTG 001-565-50010 50.00 2/2/2026 001931 BRIAN JOSEPH CAMPBELL 50.00
001931-01202026 01/15/26 - PLNG - PLANNING COMMISSION MTG 001-565-50010 50.00 2/2/2026 001336 RANCH HANDS CONSTRUCTION, LLC 2,250.00
001336-01212026 01/21/26 - MMP DEPOSIT REFUND JADU 24-ZC-13 075-22415 2,250.00 2/2/2026 001930 KASEY RONALD KUMP 50.00
001930-01202026 01/15/26 - PLNG - PLANNING COMMISSION MTG 001-565-50010 50.00 260210236 FEB 2026 - ANS/MSG SERVICE 005-701-60800 76.79 260210236 FEB 2026 - ANS/MSG SERVICE 020-601-60800 76.79 2/2/2026 001745 SHANNON REESE 50.00
001745-01202026 01/15/26 - PLNG - PLANNING COMMISSION MTG 001-565-50010 50.00 2/2/2026 001510 SANTA MARIA CALIFORNIA NEWS MEDIA INC. dba 189.84 553958 01/22/26 - PLNG - NOTICE ZONING HEARING TEMP OFC001-565-60520 189.84 2/2/2026 001510 SANTA MARIA CALIFORNIA NEWS MEDIA INC. dba 172.92 551846 01/15/26 - PLNG - NOTICE RES# 26-01 & RES 26-02 001-565-60520 172.92 37727 12/13/25 - WTP - WEED&GRASS PREVENTION RES. 1 & 2020-601-60250 860.00 37728 12/14/25 - WWTP - WEED CONTROL 005-701-60250 2,400.00 94051 12/16/25 - PLNG - LARGE FORMAT PRINTS 001-565-60830 122.34 2/2/2026 001849 THE VALLEY GARDENER OPERATING INC 28,630.00 2/2/2026 001188 The Hankering Corporation 136.21
93821 11/13/25 - PLNG - 2022 AERIAL LARGE FORMAT MAP 001-565-60830 13.87 205246 Proposal No. 16342 - City Hall Office Furniture 001-420-72200 3,283.09 2/5/2026 000005 ABALONE COAST ANALYTICAL, INC. 1,054.00 37734 DEC 2025 - COB LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE 001-556-60800 4,640.00 2/2/2026 001102 TRI COUNTY OFFICE FURNITURE 3,283.09
37731 12/16/25 - WTP - WEED&GRASS PREVENTION RESERVOIR 3 020-601-60250 860.00 37734 DEC 2025 - COB LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE 001-552-60800 19,870.00 358257 DEC 2025 - RETAINER - LEGAL SERVICES FILE 0001 001-404-60840 11,948.00 358258 DEC 2025 - LEGAL SERVICES - FILE 0036 001-404-60840 5,067.70 000121-022026 FEB 2026 - VB - MONTHLY CONTRACT 001-410-67790 37,500.00 2/5/2026 000065 BURKE, WILLIAMS & SORENSEN, LLP 24,735.90 6934 JAN 2026 - WTP - CHEMICALS/ANALYSIS 020-601-61111 1,054.00 2/5/2026 000121 BUELLTON VISITORS BUREAU 37,500.00
2/5/2026 000241 J B DEWAR, INC. 830.44
447815 01/26/26 - WWTP DYED DIESEL TANKWAGON FUEL 196GL 005-701-61111 803.79 2/5/2026 001430 GSOLUTIONZ, INC. 183.11
6482 MAR 2026 - MONTHLY GPS INTERMEDIA/ADMIN FEE 001-410-67705 183.11 358258 DEC 2025 - LEGAL SERVICES - FILE 0019 001-404-60840 3,934.10 358258 DEC 2025 - LEGAL SERVICES - FILE 0058 092-307-71200 09230771200 3,786.10 447958 01/26/26 - WTP DYED DIESEL TANKWAGON FUEL 6.5GL020-601-61111 26.65 2/17/2026 5:37:46 PM Page 3 of 16
15 of 140
Payment
Number
APA000424
APA000425
APA000426
APA000427
APA000428
APA000429
APA000430
APA000431
APA000432
APA000433
APA000434
APA000435
APA000436
APA000437
Check Disbursements - City Council - February 26, 2026 Payment Dates: 1/31/2026 - 2/13/2026 Payment Date Vendor # Payment Amount
Payable Number Description Vendor Name Account Number Project Acct Key 2026-01-12-buel DEC 2025 - PLNG - CITY PLANNER SERVICES 001-22416 90096070 300.00 2026-01-12-buel DEC 2025 - PLNG - CITY PLANNER SERVICES 001-565-60800 4,750.00 Item Amount
2/5/2026 000835 METRO VENTURES LTD 5,550.00
2026-01-12-buel DEC 2025 - PLNG - CITY PLANNER SERVICES 001-22416 90107070 500.00 65829956 WEEK ENDING 01/16/26 - FIN - TEMP ACCT TECH 005-701-50030 43.75 65829956 WEEK ENDING 01/16/26 - FIN - TEMP ACCT TECH 020-601-50030 43.75 2/5/2026 000870 ROBERT HALF 2,800.00
65829956 WEEK ENDING 01/16/26 - FIN - TEMP ACCT TECH 001-420-50030 787.50 2/5/2026 001530 ROB McDONALD SUPPLY 221.24
8827 01/16/26 - WTP - SAFETY EQUIP/SUPPLIES 020-601-67600 221.24 65870404 WEEK ENDING 01/30/26 - FIN - TEMP ACCT TECH 005-701-50030 52.50 65870404 WEEK ENDING 01/30/26 - FIN - TEMP ACCT TECH 020-601-50030 52.50 65850085 WEEK ENDING 01/23/26 - FIN - TEMP ACCT TECH 020-601-50030 43.75 65870404 WEEK ENDING 01/30/26 - FIN - TEMP ACCT TECH 001-420-50030 945.00 65850085 WEEK ENDING 01/23/26 - FIN - TEMP ACCT TECH 001-420-50030 787.50 65850085 WEEK ENDING 01/23/26 - FIN - TEMP ACCT TECH 005-701-50030 43.75 2/13/2026 000035 ASSOCIATED TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERS 9,720.00 2083 12/31/25 - PLNG - PRO SRVCS - HWY 246 COMMERCIAL001-22416 90096070 6,485.00 2/13/2026 001803 AMANDA JOHNSON 100.00
001803-02022026 JAN 2026 - REC - STEP CLASS FITNESS INSTRUCTOR 001-511-67140 100.00 7706 FEB 2026 - GRANT WRITING SERVICES 001-410-60800 4,250.00 2/13/2026 001943 CAROLINE HOWE 441.00
INV26-00136 JAN-MAR 2026 - REC - JANITORIAL SERVICES/UTILITIES 001-511-60800 11,758.51 2/13/2026 001774 CALIFORNIA CONSULTING, INC. 4,250.00
2083 12/31/25 - PLNG - PRO SRVCS - HWY 246 STREET 001-565-60830 3,235.00 2/13/2026 000063 BUELLTON UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT 11,758.51 38948784 02/03/26 - CH - PEST CONTROL 001-558-60800 158.00 38948786 02/03/26 - PD/CCC - PEST CONTROL 001-558-60800 203.00 19477 MAR 2026 - TRANSIT SERVICES 027-559-67445 1,666.66 2/13/2026 000112 CLARK PEST CONTROL 674.00
001943-02022026 JAN 2026 - REC - COUNTRY LINE DANCE INSTRUCTOR 001-511-67140 441.00 2/13/2026 000107 CITY OF LOMPOC 1,666.66
30244 01/19/26 - PW - COMPUTER SUPPORT 001-558-60210 875.00 4011321 FEB 2026 - SENTINELONE-ENDPOINT SECURITY 001-410-60210 423.00 2/13/2026 000655 COAST NETWORX, INC. 2,194.29
30244 01/19/26 - CH - SERVER SERVICE 001-410-60210 101.29 38949485 02/03/26 - PO - PEST CONTROL 001-558-60800 113.00 39040804 01/15/26 - LIBRARY - PEST CONTROL 001-558-60800 200.00 1181195 02/11/26 - 03/10/26 - CH - COPIER LEASE 001-410-60310 411.61 1181195 02/11/26 - 03/10/26 - CH - COPIER LEASE OVERAGES 001-410-61130 551.68 1178440 01/17/26 - 02/16/26 - REC - COPIER LEASE 001-511-60310 128.22 1178440 01/17/26 - 02/16/26 - REC - COPIER LEASE OVERAGES 001-511-61130 205.37 MSP-4011303 FEB 2026 - MONTHLY - GUARDIAN MSP SERVICES 001-410-60210 795.00 2/13/2026 000118 COASTAL COPY, INC. 1,296.88
251100243-ADJ NOV 2025 - ANS/MSG SERVICE 001-558-60800 66.75 251100243-ADJ NOV 2025 - ANS/MSG SERVICE - INV ADJ 005-701-60800 (138.95) 2/13/2026 000172 ECHO COMMUNICATIONS 216.60
251100243-ADJ NOV 2025 - ANS/MSG SERVICE - INV ADJ 001-558-60800 (138.95) 2/13/2026 002055 Cynthia Bittle 300.00
002055-02022026 JAN 2026 - REC - ZUMBA & KICKBOXING INSTRUCTOR 001-511-67140 300.00 251100243-ADJ NOV 2025 - ANS/MSG SERVICE 005-701-60800 66.75 2/17/2026 5:37:46 PM Page 4 of 16
16 of 140
Payment
Number
APA000438
APA000439
APA000440
APA000441
APA000442
APA000443
APA000444
APA000445
APA000446
APA000447
APA000448
APA000449
APA000450
Check Disbursements - City Council - February 26, 2026 Payment Dates: 1/31/2026 - 2/13/2026 Payment Date Vendor # Payment Amount
Payable Number Description Vendor Name Account Number Project Acct Key 251200247 DEC 2025 - ANS/MSG SERVICE 001-558-60800 68.00 251200247 DEC 2025 - ANS/MSG SERVICE 005-701-60800 68.00 Item Amount
251100243-ADJ NOV 2025 - ANS/MSG SERVICE 020-601-60800 66.75 251100243-ADJ NOV 2025 - ANS/MSG SERVICE - INV ADJ 020-601-60800 (138.95) 260210236-ADJ FEB 2026 - ANS/MSG SERVICE - INV ADJ 001-558-60800 (76.80) 260210236-ADJ FEB 2026 - ANS/MSG SERVICE 001-558-60800 82.80 251310072 JAN 2026 - ANS/MSG SERVICE 005-701-60800 70.40 251310072 JAN 2026 - ANS/MSG SERVICE 020-601-60800 70.40 251200247 DEC 2025 - ANS/MSG SERVICE 020-601-60800 68.00 251310072 JAN 2026 - ANS/MSG SERVICE 001-558-60800 70.40 2/13/2026 002011 Emmanuel Garcia 558.50
#988 01/23/26 - CC - COB ATTIRE 001-401-60900 558.50
260210236-ADJ FEB 2026 - ANS/MSG SERVICE - INV ADJ 020-601-60800 (76.80) 260210236-ADJ FEB 2026 - ANS/MSG SERVICE 020-601-60800 82.80 260210236-ADJ FEB 2026 - ANS/MSG SERVICE 005-701-60800 82.80 260210236-ADJ FEB 2026 - ANS/MSG SERVICE - INV ADJ 005-701-60800 (76.80) 80471 01/10/26 - WTP - TOOLS 020-601-61127 64.64
2/13/2026 000649 FLUID RESOURCE MANAGEMENT, INC. 7,326.78 2/13/2026 000187 FARM SUPPLY COMPANY 93.72
80244 12/23/25 - WWTP - SAFETY EQUIPMENT 005-701-67600 29.08 2/13/2026 000598 ENGEL & GRAY, INC. 9,579.66
61X00002 JAN 2026 - WWTP - WASTE HANDLING BIO SOLIDS 005-701-60800 9,579.66 W25325 01/16/26 - WWTP - REPLACE LIFT STATION LID HANDLE005-701-60250 205.00 W25326 01/16/26 - WWTP - AERATION BLOWER SERVICE 005-701-60250 721.25 W25291 12/29/25 - WWTP - TROUBLESHOOT PARK LIFT STATION005-701-60250 2,005.59 W25324 01/16/26 - WWTP - REPLACED SURGE PROTECTOR&HEATER 005-701-60250 1,388.90 SA25347 2026 Q1 - WWTP - QTRLY 043SA MAINTENANCE 005-701-60800 1,155.24 T251209 12/31/25 - WWTP - MONTHLY O&M 005-701-60800 1,850.80 2/13/2026 001502 JENELLE RODRIGUEZ 14.00
001502-02022026 JAN 2026 - REC - MEDITATING MOMS INSTRUCTOR 001-511-67140 14.00 2/13/2026 001997 JC PLUMBING SUPPLY 14.80
2220 01/30/26 - PLNG - MAINT/REPAIR ITEMS 001-565-60250 14.80 2/13/2026 001107 HdL Coren & Cone 962.50
SIN058764 JAN - MAR 2026 PROPERTY TAX SERVICES 001-420-60800 962.50 2/13/2026 001173 JV Outdoor Power Equipment 1,382.54
31751 12/19/25 - PW - MAINT/REPAIR JOHN DEERE MOWER 001-558-60270 1,122.89 2/13/2026 001433 JULIE EVERETT 73.50
001433-02022026 JAN 2026 - REC - TINY TOTS INSTRUCTOR 001-511-67140 73.50 2/13/2026 000395 JOSE RAFAEL RUIZ dba 2,460.00
2329 - 02042026 FEB 2026 - RVP/OVP - JANITORIAL SERVICES 001-552-60800 2,460.00 2/13/2026 011300 KAREN PALMER 75.00
011300-02022026 JAN 2026 - REC - YOGA FITNESS INSTRUCTOR 001-511-67140 75.00 32105 01/13/26 - WTP - MAINT/REPAIR ITEMS 020-601-60250 76.04 32137 01/16/26 - PW - SUPPLIES 001-558-61140 43.09
31995 01/06/26 - CH - GENERATOR MAINT/REPAIR ITEMS 001-558-60250 97.43 32085 01/12/26 - WTP - SAFETY EQUIPMENT 020-601-67600 43.09 2/13/2026 001823 KOA CORPORATION 2,025.00
KAJC38156-19 11/01/25 - 11/30/25 - SR246 CAL TRANS ROW STUDY 092-309-70000 09230970000 2,025.00 2/13/2026 000881 KIMBERLY A. LeCLAIRE dba 73.00
151641 01/31/26 - REC - RANDOM DRUG TEST 001-403-67370 73.00 2/17/2026 5:37:46 PM Page 5 of 16
17 of 140
Payment
Number
APA000451
APA000452
APA000453
APA000454
APA000455
APA000456
APA000457
APA000458
APA000459
APA000460
APA000461
APA000462
APA000463
APA000464
APA000465
APA000466
2/13/2026 002053 Leeanna Sue Bileti 225.00
002053-02022026 JAN 2026 - REC - YOGA & MAT PILATES INSTRUCTOR 001-511-67140 225.00 Payable Number Description Vendor Name Account Number Project Acct Key Item Amount Check Disbursements - City Council - February 26, 2026 Payment Dates: 1/31/2026 - 2/13/2026 Payment Date Vendor # Payment Amount
000142-02012026 JAN 2026 - CH/LIB/PKS - JANITORIAL SERVICES 001-558-60800 2,015.00 2/13/2026 001778 LYNNETTE KUFELDT 100.00
2/13/2026 000142 LOGAN R. FITZGERALD dba 2,960.00
000142-02012026 JAN 2026 - CH/LIB/PKS - JANITORIAL SERVICES 001-552-60800 945.00 2/13/2026 001631 LINDE GAS & EQUIPMENT INC. 83.60
54449112 12/20/25 - 01/20/26 - WWTP - CYLINDER RENTAL 005-701-61111 83.60 6747299 01/31/26 - WWTP - ROLL OFF RENTALS 092-706-74100 09270674100 153.00 2/13/2026 001377 MARNA PALSGAARD 360.00
001778-02022026 JAN 2026 - REC - YOGA FITNESS INSTRUCTOR 001-511-67140 100.00 2/13/2026 000310 MARBORG INDUSTRIES 153.00
2/13/2026 000332 MOSS LEVY & HARTZHEIM LLP 4,000.00
I-10490 12/31/25 - FY 2025/2025 - AUDIT SERVICES 001-420-60021 1,333.60 INV-6008 JAN 2026 - WEBSITE MAINTENANCE 001-410-60210 125.00 INV-6011 ANNUAL - GREENSCENE WEB HOSTING & SITE SCANNER001-410-60210 425.00 001377-02022026 JAN 2026 - REC - YOGA & MAT PILATES INSTRUCTOR 001-511-67140 360.00 2/13/2026 000353 MICHAEL J. BOGGESS 550.00
2/13/2026 002033 Nikki Terranova 100.00
002033-02022026 JAN 2026 - REC - MIXXED FIT FITNESS INSTRUCTOR 001-511-67140 100.00 2/13/2026 002056 Natalka Morphy 262.50
002056-02022026 JAN 2026 - REC - FITNESS INSTRUCTOR 001-511-67140 262.50 I-10490 12/31/25 - FY 2025/2025 - AUDIT SERVICES 005-701-60021 1,333.20 I-10490 12/31/25 - FY 2025/2025 - AUDIT SERVICES 020-601-60021 1,333.20 2/13/2026 000801 O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE STORES, INC. 215.54 4372-162022 12/31/25 - WTP - VEHICLE MAINT/REPAIR ITEMS 020-601-60270 21.97 2/13/2026 002021 Optimized Investment Partners, LLC 1,678.17 1585 JAN 2026 - INVESTMENT ADVISORY SERVICES 001-420-60800 1,678.17 2/13/2026 001589 OILFIELD ENVIRONMENTAL & COMPLIANCE, INC. (OEC) 5,440.50 A260144 DEC 2025 - WWTP - WATER ANALYSIS 005-701-61111 5,440.50 4372-164789 01/13/26 - PW - VEHICLE MAINT/REPAIR ITEMS 001-558-60270 12.92 4372-165374 01/15/26 - WTP - VEHICLE MAINT/REPAIR ITEMS 020-601-60270 23.92 4372-163614 01/08/26 - PW - VEHICLE MAINT/REPAIR ITEMS 001-558-60270 10.33 4372-164727 01/13/26 - WTP - VEHICLE MAINT/REPAIR ITEMS 020-601-60270 29.08 4372-163081 01/26/26 - PW - VEHICLE MAINT/REPAIR ITEMS 001-558-60270 9.00 4372-163381 02/13/26 - PW - VEHICLE MAINT/REPAIR ITEMS 001-558-60270 43.92 2/13/2026 000391 QUALITY CODE PUBLISHING, LLC 1,345.00
GC00133111 CY 2026 - eCODE 360 ANNUAL MAINTENANCE FEES 001-403-60012 1,345.00 2/13/2026 000861 POLYDYNE INC. 1,738.86
1997780 01/29/26 - WWTP - CHEMICALS 005-701-61111 1,738.86 4372-165591 01/16/26 - WWTP - VEHICLE MAINT/REPAIR ITEMS 005-701-60270 16.15 4372-167898 01/26/26 - PW - VEHICLE MAINT/REPAIR ITEMS 001-558-60270 48.25 S122608961.001 01/23/26 - WTP & WWTP - SUPPLIES 005-701-61140 13.13 S122608961.001 01/23/26 - WTP & WWTP - SUPPLIES 020-601-61140 13.14 S122425768.001 12/29/26 - PARKS - MAINT/REPAIR ITEMS 001-552-60256 19.12 S122425768.001 12/29/26 - PARKS - MAINT/REPAIR ITEMS 001-552-60258 19.13 2/13/2026 001738 REECE - BRANCH: 5010 BUELLTON CA 164.83 S122425768.001 12/29/26 - PARKS - MAINT/REPAIR ITEMS 001-552-60059 19.12 S122633604.001 01/28/26 - WPT - MAINT/REPAIR ITEMS 020-601-60250 81.19 2/17/2026 5:37:46 PM Page 6 of 16
18 of 140
Payment
Number
APA000467
APA000468
APA000469
APA000470
APA000471
APA000472
APA000473
APA000474
APA000475
APA000476
APA000477
APA000478
APA000479
Check Disbursements - City Council - February 26, 2026 Payment Dates: 1/31/2026 - 2/13/2026 Payment Date Vendor # Payment Amount
Payable Number Description Vendor Name Account Number Project Acct Key 65822116 WEEK ENDING 01/16/26 - TEMP ADMIN ANALYST 001-558-50000 251.87 65822116 WEEK ENDING 01/16/26 - TEMP ADMIN ANALYST 005-701-50000 83.96 65822116 WEEK ENDING 01/16/26 - TEMP ADMIN ANALYST 001-403-50000 167.91 65822116 WEEK ENDING 01/16/26 - TEMP ADMIN ANALYST 001-420-50000 251.87 Item Amount
2/13/2026 000870 ROBERT HALF 5,954.38
65822116 WEEK ENDING 01/16/26 - TEMP ADMIN ANALYST 001-402-50000 839.56 65844384 WEEK ENDING 01/23/26 - TEMP ADMIN ANALYST 001-558-50000 214.46 65844384 WEEK ENDING 01/23/26 - TEMP ADMIN ANALYST 005-701-50000 71.49 65844384 WEEK ENDING 01/23/26 - TEMP ADMIN ANALYST 001-403-50000 142.98 65844384 WEEK ENDING 01/23/26 - TEMP ADMIN ANALYST 001-420-50000 214.46 65822116 WEEK ENDING 01/16/26 - TEMP ADMIN ANALYST 020-601-50000 83.96 65844384 WEEK ENDING 01/23/26 - TEMP ADMIN ANALYST 001-402-50000 714.87 65867409 WEEK ENDING 01/30/26 - TEMP ADMIN ANALYST 001-558-50000 269.32 65867409 WEEK ENDING 01/30/26 - TEMP ADMIN ANALYST 005-701-50000 89.78 65867409 WEEK ENDING 01/30/26 - TEMP ADMIN ANALYST 001-403-50000 179.55 65867409 WEEK ENDING 01/30/26 - TEMP ADMIN ANALYST 001-420-50000 269.32 65844384 WEEK ENDING 01/23/26 - TEMP ADMIN ANALYST 020-601-50000 71.49 65867409 WEEK ENDING 01/30/26 - TEMP ADMIN ANALYST 001-402-50000 897.75 2/13/2026 000429 SAFETY-KLEEN CORP. 178.12
98950472 01/15/26 - WWTP - PARTS WASHER SERVICE 005-701-61111 178.12 65895766 WEEK ENDING 02/06/26 - FIN - TEMP ACCT TECH 005-701-50030 52.50 65895766 WEEK ENDING 02/06/26 - FIN - TEMP ACCT TECH 020-601-50030 52.50 65867409 WEEK ENDING 01/30/26 - TEMP ADMIN ANALYST 020-601-50000 89.78 65895766 WEEK ENDING 02/06/26 - FIN - TEMP ACCT TECH 001-420-50030 945.00 2/13/2026 000427 SB CO APCD 681.00
64611 FY 25/26 DIESEL EMERGENCY ENGINE FEE - 395670 E/S005-701-67575 681.00 2/13/2026 000706 SATCOM GLOBAL, INC. 57.21
AI02260029 JAN 2026 - IRIDIUM SIM CARD GSA PLAN 001-410-60014 57.21 2/13/2026 001885 SAIRA DAVISON 225.00
001885-02022026 JAN 2026 - REC - PICKLEBALL STAFF INSTRUCTOR 001-511-67140 225.00 2/13/2026 002059 Sol Innovations LLC 814.50
002059-01282026 01/28/26 - PROJECT DEPOSIT REFUND 23-MUP-02 001-22416 90089001 814.50 2/13/2026 001862 SMITTY'S TOWING SANTA MARIA 370.00
26-14107 01/20/26 - WWTP - VEHICLE TOWING VIN 1388 005-701-60270 370.00 2/13/2026 000681 STATEWIDE TRAFFIC SAFETY & SIGNS, INC. 724.50 03026145 11/10/25 - 12/08/25 - PW - WATERWALL RENTALS 001-558-60250 362.25 2/13/2026 000465 SP MAINTENANCE SERVICES, INC. 3,806.20 100542 JAN 2026 - STREET SWEEPING 001-558-60800 3,806.20 2/13/2026 001956 SOLID WASTE SOLUTIONS, INC. 1,393.00
1013 JAN 2026 - SB1383/AB939 - ANNUAL REPORT PREP 001-558-60800 GM008-070 1,393.00 94195 01/16/26 - CC - BUSINESS CARDS 001-401-61130 113.30 94251 01/26/26 - CM - BUSINESS CARDS 001-402-60900 74.77 001808-02022026 JAN 2026 - REC - STEP/STRENGTH FITNESS INSTRUCTOR001-511-67140 225.00 2/13/2026 001188 The Hankering Corporation 188.07
03026203 12/08/25 - 01/05/26 - PW - WATERWALL RENTALS 001-558-60250 362.25 2/13/2026 001808 TERRY NIELSEN 225.00
37890 01/16/26 - RVP - TREE REMOVAL 001-552-60258 1,620.00 2/17/2026 5:37:46 PM Page 7 of 16
37847 JAN 2026 - COB LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE 001-552-60800 19,870.00 37847 JAN 2026 - COB LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE 001-556-60800 4,640.00 2/13/2026 001849 THE VALLEY GARDENER OPERATING INC 35,458.83 37844 01/10/26 - RVP - ANNUAL CHRISTMAS TREE CHIPPING 001-552-60800 1,515.00 19 of 140
Payment
Number
APA000480
APA000481
APA000482
APA000483
APA000484
1003169470
1003169618
1003169619
1003206205
1003210586
1003210587
803709927914
Item Amount
37893 01/19/26 - RVP - STUMP GRINDING 001-552-60258 2,113.83 37894 01/20/26 - ZACA GOLF COURSE - MOWING 001-552-60255 1,860.00 Check Disbursements - City Council - February 26, 2026 Payment Dates: 1/31/2026 - 2/13/2026 Payment Date Vendor # Payment Amount
Payable Number Description Vendor Name Account Number Project Acct Key 300 01/01/26 - WTP - GENERATOR MAINT/REPAIRS 020-601-60250 481.03 512 02/10/26 - PW - BACKHOE MAINT/REPAIRS 001-558-60270 83.68 2/13/2026 001984 TOTAL DIESEL MAINTENANCE, LLC 1,547.59 298 01/01/26 - WTP - GENERATOR MAINT/REPAIRS 020-601-60250 460.11 37897 01/22/26 - WILLEMSEN SLOPE - MOW & WEEDEAT SLOPE001-552-60800 1,880.00 37898 01/22/26 - PW - MISC TREE MAINTENANCE 001-556-60800 1,960.00 513 02/10/26 - PW - TRACTOR MAINT/REPAIRS 020-601-60270 118.48 2/13/2026 000535 UNDERGROUND SERVICE ALERT 31.50
513 02/10/26 - PW - TRACTOR MAINT/REPAIRS 001-558-60270 118.51 513 02/10/26 - PW - TRACTOR MAINT/REPAIRS 005-701-60270 118.48 512 02/10/26 - PW - BACKHOE MAINT/REPAIRS 005-701-60270 83.65 512 02/10/26 - PW - BACKHOE MAINT/REPAIRS 005-701-60270 83.65 62705 01/22/26 - PW - VEHICLE MAINT/REPAIR VIN 9022 001-558-60270 35.00 2/13/2026 001552 VITAL RECORDS CONTROL (VRC) 504.26
2/13/2026 000765 VICTOR RODRIGUEZ dba 178.24
62606 01/14/26 - WWTP - VEHICLE MAINT/REPAIR VIN 7201 005-701-60270 143.24 120260091 JAN 2026 - NEW TICKET CHARGES/MONTHLY DB FEES 005-701-60800 15.75 120260091 JAN 2026 - NEW TICKET CHARGES/MONTHLY DB FEES 020-601-60800 15.75 2/13/2026 001207 WAGEWORKS INC. 162.00
INV8657536 JAN 2026 - HC FSA ADMIN & COMPLIANCE FEES 001-410-50400 162.00 5817566 DEC 2025 - CH - SHREDDING SERVICES 001-410-60900 129.38 5935787 JAN 2026 - CH - SHREDDING SERVICES 001-410-60900 123.66 5577604 OCT 2025 - CH - SHREDDING SERVICES 001-410-60900 125.61 5700153 NOV 2025 - CH - SHREDDING SERVICES 001-410-60900 125.61 INV0016640 PEPRA Retirement Employee Contribution 001-22164 4,949.80 INV0016641 PEPRA Retirement Employer Contribution 001-22164 4,961.79 INV0016628 PEPRA Retirement Employer Contribution 001-22164 99.24 1/27/2026 000914 CalPERS 9,911.59
1/27/2026 000914 CalPERS 198.25
INV0016627 PEPRA Retirement Employee Contribution 001-22164 99.01 100000018182807 FEB 2026 - ER PAID - RETIREE MEDICAL & ADMIN FEES 001-410-50400 19,267.59 INV0016610 Blue Shield Medical Insurance 001-22167 4,843.31 INV0016639 Classic Retirement Employer Contribution 001-22164 4,988.77 2/6/2026 000914 CalPERS 36,941.11
1/30/2026 000914 CalPERS 7,598.73
INV0016638 Classic Retirement Employee Contribution 001-22164 2,609.96 INV0016672 PEPRA Retirement Employee Contribution 001-22164 4,861.45 INV0016673 PEPRA Retirement Employer Contribution 001-22164 4,873.22 INV0016644 PersChoice Medical 001-22167 3,993.47
2/11/2026 000914 CalPERS 9,734.67
INV0016617 PersChoice Medical 001-22167 3,993.47
INV0016637 Blue Shield Medical Insurance 001-22167 4,843.27 INV0016607 Life Insurance 001-22165 227.95
INV0016634 Life Insurance 001-22165 227.91
INV0016671 Classic Retirement Employer Contribution 001-22164 4,988.77 2/4/2026 000912 The Hartford 455.86
2/11/2026 000914 CalPERS 7,598.73
INV0016670 Classic Retirement Employee Contribution 001-22164 2,609.96 2/17/2026 5:37:46 PM Page 8 of 16
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Payment
Number
EBP51-913664
1-972-434-512
1-568-710-224
G76375-2396539
2706437-
2706422-
2706423-
INV0016643 AFLAC Disability Insurance 001-22168 60.32
1/26/2026 000916 Employment Development Department 7,008.48 INV0016616 AFLAC Disability Insurance 001-22168 60.32
INV0016632 Supplemental Insurance 001-22168 148.40
INV0016605 Supplemental Insurance 001-22168 148.40
2/9/2026 000916 Employment Development Department 6,411.28 INV0016678 State Withholding 001-22150 4,979.75
INV0016649 Employee Training Tax 001-22163 38.51
INV0016651 State Disability Insurance 001-22162 1,395.91 INV0016646 State Withholding 001-22150 4,996.28
INV0016647 State Unemployment 001-22163 577.78
2/3/2026 000918 AMERICAN UNITED LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY 18,564.95 INV0016608 Loan Repayment 001-22173 29.49
INV0016683 State Disability Insurance 001-22162 1,391.57 INV0016679 State Unemployment 001-22163 37.46
INV0016681 Employee Training Tax 001-22163 2.50
INV0016636 Loan Repayment-26 001-22173 311.12
INV0016642 Deferred Compensation 001-22169 7,636.62
INV0016618 Roth Deferral 001-22169 1,315.00
INV0016635 Loan Repayment 001-22173 29.49
INV0016609 Loan Repayment-26 001-22173 311.12
INV0016615 Deferred Compensation 001-22169 7,617.11
INV0016684 Medicare 001-22161 3,510.94
1/22/2026 000917 Internal Revenue Service 593.50
INV0016680 Social Security 001-22161 80.48
INV0016682 Federal Withholding 001-22140 12,262.02
INV0016645 Roth Deferral 001-22169 1,315.00
2/6/2026 000917 Internal Revenue Service 15,853.44
INV0016650 Federal Withholding 001-22140 12,305.73
INV0016652 Medicare 001-22161 3,524.62
1/23/2026 000917 Internal Revenue Service 15,923.53
INV0016648 Social Security 001-22161 93.18
INV0016629 Federal Withholding 001-22140 500.00
INV0016630 Medicare 001-22161 93.50
Payment Total: 425,642.55
2/17/2026 5:37:46 PM Page 9 of 16
Payable Number Description Vendor Name Account Number Project Acct Key Item Amount 2/11/2026 000910 Aflac 417.44
Check Disbursements - City Council - February 26, 2026 Payment Dates: 1/31/2026 - 2/13/2026 Payment Date Vendor # Payment Amount
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005 - Sewer Fund 34,729.74
020 - Water Fund 15,763.54
027 - Local Transportation Fund 1,666.66
Report Summary
Fund Summary
Fund Payment Amount
001 - General Fund 365,268.51
Check Disbursements - City Council - February 26, 2026 Payment Dates: 1/31/2026 - 2/13/2026 001-22140 Federal Payroll Taxes 25,067.75
001-22150 State Payroll Taxes 9,976.03
Account Summary
Account Number Account Name Payment Amount
001-12500 Other Receivables - Due from Solvang Joint Events 150.00 075 - Trust & Agency Fund 2,250.00
092 - Capital Improvement Proj Fund 5,964.10
Grand Total: 425,642.55
001-22165 Grp Life Insurance 455.86
001-22167 Medical Deduction 17,673.52
001-22163 UI/ETT Payroll Taxes 656.25
001-22164 PERS Retirement 35,041.97
001-22161 SS/MC Payroll Taxes 7,302.72
001-22162 SDI Payroll Taxes 2,787.48
001-22173 Employee Loan Deduction 681.22
001-22416 Developer Deposit 8,099.50
001-22170 FSA Deduction 3,126.73
001-22172 Dependent Daycare Ded 416.67
001-22168 Supplemental Ins Ded 417.44
001-22169 DCP Liability 17,883.73
001-402-60900 Miscellaneous 74.77
001-402-72300 Computer Equipment 1,082.49
001-402-50000 Salaries 2,452.18
001-402-50400 Medical Benefit 1,200.00
001-401-60900 Miscellaneous 558.50
001-401-61130 Office Supplies 113.30
001-410-50400 Medical Benefit 19,429.59
001-410-60014 Emergency Operations 57.21
001-403-67370 H/R Expense 73.00
001-404-60840 Contract Services-Legal Fees 20,949.80
001-403-50000 Salaries 490.44
001-403-60012 Code Updates 1,345.00
001-410-60900 Miscellaneous 859.74
001-410-61130 Office Supplies 551.68
001-410-60650 Membership & Publications 5,135.00
001-410-60800 Contract Services 4,250.00
001-410-60210 Computer Maintenance &Software 1,869.29
001-410-60310 Equipment Rental 1,456.27
001-420-50000 Salaries 735.65
001-420-50030 Hourly Employee 3,465.00
001-410-67705 Telephone 183.11
001-410-67790 Visitors Bureau 37,500.00
001-410-61230 Utilities - Gas 69.16
001-410-61292 Internet Access/ Website Maint 351.40
001-510-61241 Utilities - Electric 1,823.73
001-511-60210 Computer Maintenance & Software 271.34
001-420-72200 Office Furniture 3,283.09
001-510-61230 Utilities - Gas 16.59
001-420-60021 Audit 1,333.60
001-420-60800 Contract Services 2,640.67
2/17/2026 5:37:46 PM Page 10 of 16
001-511-60211 Data Processing Contract Maint 471.21
001-511-60310 Equipment Rental 128.22
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Account Number Account Name Payment Amount
001-511-60800 Contract Services 11,758.51
Check Disbursements - City Council - February 26, 2026 Payment Dates: 1/31/2026 - 2/13/2026 Account Summary
001-552-60255 Maintenance/Repair-Golf Course 1,860.00
001-552-60256 Maintenance/Repair-Oak Park 33.45
001-511-67570 Recreation Program 50/50 150.00
001-552-60059 Maintenance-Repair Village Park 19.12
001-511-61130 Office Supplies 407.78
001-511-67140 Buellton Recreation Program 2,624.94
001-556-60800 Contract Services 11,240.00
001-556-74101 1000 Trees Program 3,194.59
001-552-61140 Operational Supplies 11.71
001-552-61211 Utilities - Water 264.71
001-552-60258 Maintenance/Repair-River View 3,771.26
001-552-60800 Contract Services 46,540.00
001-558-60270 Maintenance - Vehicles 1,909.81
001-558-60800 Contract Services 23,384.22
001-558-60210 Computer Maintenance &Software 895.45
001-558-60250 Maintenance / Repair 886.72
001-558-50000 Salaries 735.65
001-558-60131 Laundry / Uniforms 123.89
001-565-50010 Planning Commission Salaries 200.00
001-565-60250 Maintenance / Repair 14.80
001-558-67600 Safety Equipment 336.54
001-558-73500 Equipment 1,792.06
001-558-60900 Miscellaneous 1.52
001-558-61140 Operational Supplies 80.15
001-565-61130 Office Supplies 3.31
005-701-50000 Salaries 245.23
001-565-60800 Contract Services 4,750.00
001-565-60830 Contract Services-Engineering 3,371.21
001-565-60310 Equipment Rental 586.45
001-565-60520 Advertising - Legal 362.76
005-701-60270 Maintenance - Vehicles 1,240.36
005-701-60800 Contract Services 12,750.44
005-701-60210 Computer Maintenance &Software 301.40
005-701-60250 Maintenance / Repair 7,438.32
005-701-50030 Hourly Employees 192.50
005-701-60021 Audit 1,333.20
005-701-67600 Safety Equipment 131.49
005-701-73500 Equipment 1,791.52
005-701-61140 Operational Supplies 54.41
005-701-67575 Regulatory Compliance 681.00
005-701-61111 Chemicals / Analysis 8,244.87
005-701-61131 Postage 325.00
020-601-60270 Maintenance - Vehicles 618.64
020-601-60710 Travel & Training 55.00
020-601-60021 Audit 1,333.20
020-601-60250 Maintenance / Repair 7,545.47
020-601-50000 Salaries 245.23
020-601-50030 Hourly 192.50
020-601-61140 Operational Supplies 13.14
020-601-67600 Safety Equipment 366.74
020-601-61127 Tools 64.64
020-601-61131 Postage 325.00
020-601-60800 Contract Services 164.74
020-601-61111 Chemicals / Analysis 3,047.72
075-22415 Const &Demo Material Mgmt Dep 2,250.00
2/17/2026 5:37:46 PM Page 11 of 16
020-601-73500 Equipment 1,791.52
027-559-67445 Lompoc- Wine Country Express 1,666.66
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**None**
09230771200 McMurray Rd Widening/TS (13/14) Right of Way Acquisition 09230970000 W. HWY 246 Safety Improvements Conceptual Plan & Feasibility 09270674100 WWTP Facilities Improvements Contruction/Improvements 53037-040 December Camp 2025 Operating Expenses
90089001 250 Industrial #B Deposit
90096070 HWY 246 Commercial Center Contract Services
90107070 Shell Gas Remodel Contract Services
GM008-070 SB1383 OWR4-22-0550 FY 22-23 Contract Services GM011070 2025-26 OTS Grant Contract Services
Check Disbursements - City Council - February 26, 2026 Payment Dates: 1/31/2026 - 2/13/2026 Account Summary
Account Number Account Name Payment Amount
153.00

43.08 Project Account Key Payment Amount
394,795.87
3,786.10
092-706-74100 Construction and Improvements 153.00
Grand Total: 425,642.55
Project Account Summary
092-307-71200 Right of Way Acquistion 3,786.10
092-309-70000 Conceptual Plan and Feasibility 2,025.00
2/17/2026 5:37:46 PM Page 12 of 16
1,393.00
15,347.00
Grand Total: 425,642.55
814.50
6,785.00
500.00
2,025.00
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Amount
City of Buellton, CA Contract Services Detail
Payment Dates 1/31/2026 - 2/13/2026
Vendor Name Payment Number Post Date Description (Item) Account Number Fund: 001 - General Fund
Department: 404 - CITY ATTORNEY
BURKE, WILLIAMS & SORENSEN, LLP APA000421 12/31/2025 DEC 2025 - RETAINER - LEGAL SERVICES FILE 0001
001-404-60840 11,948.00
BURKE, WILLIAMS & SORENSEN, LLP APA000421 12/31/2025 DEC 2025 - LEGAL SERVICES - FILE 0019
001-404-60840 3,934.10
BURKE, WILLIAMS & SORENSEN, LLP APA000421 12/31/2025 DEC 2025 - LEGAL SERVICES - FILE 0036
001-404-60840 5,067.70
Department 404 - CITY ATTORNEY Total: 20,949.80
Department: 410 - NON-DEPARTMENTAL
CALIFORNIA CONSULTING, INC.APA000430 02/01/2026 FEB 2026 - GRANT WRITING

SERVICES
001-410-60800 4,250.00
Department 410 - NON-DEPARTMENTAL Total: 4,250.00
Department: 420 - FINANCE
HdL Coren & Cone APA000442 01/01/2026 JAN - MAR 2026 PROPERTY

TAX SERVICES
001-420-60800 962.50
Optimized Investment Partners, LLC APA000462 01/31/2026 JAN 2026 - INVESTMENT

ADVISORY SERVICES
001-420-60800 1,678.17
Department 420 - FINANCE Total: 2,640.67
Department: 511 - RECREATION
BUELLTON UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT APA000429 01/01/2026 JAN-MAR 2026 - REC -

JANITORIAL

SERVICES/UTILITIES
001-511-60800 11,758.51
Department 511 - RECREATION Total: 11,758.51
Department: 552 - PUBLIC WORKS - PARKS
THE VALLEY GARDENER OPERATING INC APA000417 12/31/2025 DEC 2025 - COB LANDSCAPE

MAINTENANCE
001-552-60800 19,870.00
JOSE RAFAEL RUIZ dba APA000445 02/01/2026 FEB 2026 - RVP/OVP -

JANITORIAL SERVICES
001-552-60800 2,460.00
LOGAN R. FITZGERALD dba APA000453 01/31/2026 JAN 2026 - CH/LIB/PKS -

JANITORIAL SERVICES
001-552-60800 945.00
THE VALLEY GARDENER OPERATING INC APA000479 01/10/2026 01/10/26 - RVP - ANNUAL

CHRISTMAS TREE CHIPPING
001-552-60800 1,515.00
THE VALLEY GARDENER OPERATING INC APA000479 01/31/2026 JAN 2026 - COB LANDSCAPE

MAINTENANCE
001-552-60800 19,870.00
THE VALLEY GARDENER OPERATING INC APA000479 01/22/2026 01/22/26 - WILLEMSEN SLOPE - MOW & WEEDEAT SLOPE
001-552-60800 1,880.00
Department 552 - PUBLIC WORKS - PARKS Total: 46,540.00
Department: 556 - PUBLIC WORKS - LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE
THE VALLEY GARDENER OPERATING INC APA000417 12/31/2025 DEC 2025 - COB LANDSCAPE

MAINTENANCE
001-556-60800 4,640.00
THE VALLEY GARDENER OPERATING INC APA000479 01/31/2026 JAN 2026 - COB LANDSCAPE

MAINTENANCE
001-556-60800 4,640.00
THE VALLEY GARDENER OPERATING INC APA000479 01/22/2026 01/22/26 - PW - MISC TREE

MAINTENANCE
001-556-60800 1,960.00
Department 556 - PUBLIC WORKS - LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE Total: 11,240.00 Department: 558 - PUBLIC WORKS - GENERAL
SANTA BARBARA BICYCLE COALITION 48054 12/31/2025 FY 25-26 OTS Grand and Scope of Work
001-558-60800 15,347.00
ECHO COMMUNICATIONS APA000410 02/01/2026 FEB 2026 - ANS/MSG SERVICE 001-558-60800 76.82 CLARK PEST CONTROL APA000433 02/03/2026 02/03/26 - CH - PEST 001-558-60800 158.00 CLARK PEST CONTROL APA000433 02/03/2026 02/03/26 - PD/CCC - PEST

CONTROL
001-558-60800 203.00
CLARK PEST CONTROL APA000433 02/03/2026 02/03/26 - PO - PEST 001-558-60800 113.00 2/18/2026 8:39:56 AM Page 13 of 16
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Amount
Contract Services Detail Payment Dates: 1/31/2026 - 2/13/2026 Vendor Name Payment Number Post Date Description (Item) Account Number CLARK PEST CONTROL APA000433 01/15/2026 01/15/26 - LIBRARY - PEST

CONTROL
001-558-60800 200.00
ECHO COMMUNICATIONS APA000437 11/01/2025 NOV 2025 - ANS/MSG

SERVICE - INV ADJ
001-558-60800 (138.95)
ECHO COMMUNICATIONS APA000437 11/01/2025 NOV 2025 - ANS/MSG 001-558-60800 66.75 ECHO COMMUNICATIONS APA000437 12/01/2025 DEC 2025 - ANS/MSG SERVICE 001-558-60800 68.00 ECHO COMMUNICATIONS APA000437 01/01/2026 JAN 2026 - ANS/MSG SERVICE 001-558-60800 70.40 ECHO COMMUNICATIONS APA000437 02/01/2026 FEB 2026 - ANS/MSG SERVICE 001-558-60800 82.80 ECHO COMMUNICATIONS APA000437 02/01/2026 FEB 2026 - ANS/MSG SERVICE - INV ADJ
001-558-60800 (76.80)
LOGAN R. FITZGERALD dba APA000453 01/31/2026 JAN 2026 - CH/LIB/PKS -

JANITORIAL SERVICES
001-558-60800 2,015.00
SOLID WASTE SOLUTIONS, INC.APA000474 01/31/2026 JAN 2026 - SB1383/AB939 -

ANNUAL REPORT PREP
001-558-60800 1,393.00
SP MAINTENANCE SERVICES, INC. APA000475 01/31/2026 JAN 2026 - STREET SWEEPING 001-558-60800 3,806.20 Department 558 - PUBLIC WORKS - GENERAL Total: 23,384.22 Department: 565 - PLANNING
The Hankering Corporation APA000416 11/13/2025 11/13/25 - PLNG - 2022

AERIAL LARGE FORMAT MAP
001-565-60830 13.87
The Hankering Corporation APA000416 12/16/2025 12/16/25 - PLNG - LARGE

FORMAT PRINTS
001-565-60830 122.34
METRO VENTURES LTD APA000424 12/31/2025 DEC 2025 - PLNG - CITY

PLANNER SERVICES
001-565-60800 4,750.00
ASSOCIATED TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERS APA000428 12/31/2025 12/31/25 - PLNG - PRO SRVCS - HWY 246 STREET
001-565-60830 3,235.00
Department 565 - PLANNING Total: 8,121.21
128,884.41
Fund 001 - General Fund Total: 128,884.41
Fund: 005 - Sewer Fund
Department: 701 - WASTEWATER
ECHO COMMUNICATIONS APA000410 02/01/2026 FEB 2026 - ANS/MSG SERVICE 005-701-60800 76.79 ECHO COMMUNICATIONS APA000437 11/01/2025 NOV 2025 - ANS/MSG 005-701-60800 66.75 ECHO COMMUNICATIONS APA000437 11/01/2025 NOV 2025 - ANS/MSG

SERVICE - INV ADJ
005-701-60800 (138.95)
ECHO COMMUNICATIONS APA000437 12/01/2025 DEC 2025 - ANS/MSG SERVICE 005-701-60800 68.00 ECHO COMMUNICATIONS APA000437 01/01/2026 JAN 2026 - ANS/MSG SERVICE 005-701-60800 70.40 ECHO COMMUNICATIONS APA000437 02/01/2026 FEB 2026 - ANS/MSG SERVICE 005-701-60800 82.80 ECHO COMMUNICATIONS APA000437 02/01/2026 FEB 2026 - ANS/MSG SERVICE - INV ADJ
005-701-60800 (76.80)
ENGEL & GRAY, INC. APA000439 01/31/2026 JAN 2026 - WWTP - WASTE

HANDLING BIO SOLIDS
005-701-60800 9,579.66
FLUID RESOURCE MANAGEMENT, INC. APA000441 01/01/2026 2026 Q1 - WWTP - QTRLY 043SA MAINTENANCE
005-701-60800 1,155.24
FLUID RESOURCE MANAGEMENT, INC. APA000441 12/31/2025 12/31/25 - WWTP -

MONTHLY O&M
005-701-60800 1,850.80
UNDERGROUND SERVICE ALERTAPA000481 01/31/2026 JAN 2026 - NEW TICKET

CHARGES/MONTHLY DB FEES
005-701-60800 15.75
Department 701 - WASTEWATER Total: 12,750.44
12,750.44
Fund 005 - Sewer Fund Total: 12,750.44
Fund: 020 - Water Fund
Department: 601 - WATER
ECHO COMMUNICATIONS APA000410 02/01/2026 FEB 2026 - ANS/MSG SERVICE 020-601-60800 76.79 ECHO COMMUNICATIONS APA000437 11/01/2025 NOV 2025 - ANS/MSG 020-601-60800 66.75 ECHO COMMUNICATIONS APA000437 11/01/2025 NOV 2025 - ANS/MSG

SERVICE - INV ADJ
020-601-60800 (138.95)
ECHO COMMUNICATIONS APA000437 12/01/2025 DEC 2025 - ANS/MSG SERVICE 020-601-60800 68.00 ECHO COMMUNICATIONS APA000437 01/01/2026 JAN 2026 - ANS/MSG SERVICE 020-601-60800 70.40 ECHO COMMUNICATIONS APA000437 02/01/2026 FEB 2026 - ANS/MSG SERVICE - INV ADJ
020-601-60800 (76.80)
2/18/2026 8:39:56 AM Page 14 of 16
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Amount
Contract Services Detail Payment Dates: 1/31/2026 - 2/13/2026 Vendor Name Payment Number Post Date Description (Item) Account Number ECHO COMMUNICATIONS APA000437 02/01/2026 FEB 2026 - ANS/MSG SERVICE 020-601-60800 82.80 UNDERGROUND SERVICE ALERTAPA000481 01/31/2026 JAN 2026 - NEW TICKET

CHARGES/MONTHLY DB FEES
020-601-60800 15.75
Department 601 - WATER Total: 164.74
164.74
Fund 020 - Water Fund Total: 164.74
Grand Total: 141,799.59
2/18/2026 8:39:56 AM Page 15 of 16
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Contract Services Detail Payment Dates: 1/31/2026 - 2/13/2026 Report Summary
Fund Summary
Fund Payment Amount
001 - General Fund 128,884.41
005 - Sewer Fund 12,750.44
020 - Water Fund 164.74
Grand Total: 141,799.59
Account Summary
Account Number Account Name Payment Amount
001-404-60840 Contract Services-Legal Fees 20,949.80
001-410-60800 Contract Services 4,250.00
001-420-60800 Contract Services 2,640.67
001-511-60800 Contract Services 11,758.51
001-552-60800 Contract Services 46,540.00
001-556-60800 Contract Services 11,240.00
001-558-60800 Contract Services 23,384.22
001-565-60800 Contract Services 4,750.00
001-565-60830 Contract Services-Engineering 3,371.21
005-701-60800 Contract Services 12,750.44
020-601-60800 Contract Services 164.74
Grand Total: 141,799.59
Project Account Summary
Project Account Key Payment Amount
**None** 125,059.59
GM008-070 1,393.00
GM011070 15,347.00
Grand Total: 141,799.59
2/18/2026 8:39:56 AM Page 16 of 16
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CITY OF BUELLTON
City Council Agenda Staff Report
City Manager Review: SW
Council Agenda Item No.: 3

To: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Shannel Zamora, Finance Director
Meeting Date: February 26, 2026
Subject: Public Disclosure of Donations Received by the City of Buellton During January 2026
______________________________________________________________________________

BACKGROUND
The City of Buellton periodically receives offers of monetary or in-kind donations from residents, businesses, and community organizations wishing to support City programs, facilities, and events.

In accordance with Resolution No. 25-30- “A Resolution of the City Council of Buellton, California, Establishing a Policy for the Acceptance and Public Disclosure of Donations to the City”- staff is required to provide regular public disclosure of donations received by the City. The adopted policy ensures transparency, accountability, and compliance with applicable federal and state requirements, including Internal Revenue Code §170(c)(1), which recognizes donations made to local governments for exclusively public purposes as charitable contributions for tax purposes.

Pursuant to the policy:
 All donations must serve an exclusively public purpose.  Monetary donations are deposited into a dedicated Donations Fund established by the Finance Department.
 In-kind donations are assigned a fair market value when applicable.  Donors receive written acknowledgement consistent with IRS substantiation requirements.
 A Donation Report is presented to the City Council and made available to the public.

During the month of January 2026, the City received a monetary donation for the 1000 Trees Program in the amount of $1,000.00 as detailed in Attachment 1. The donation identified in Attachment 1 was reviewed by staff and determined to meet the criteria as established in Resolution No. 25-30. No extraordinary donations (defined as donations exceeding $10,000 in cash or market-value in-kind gifts, or any donation of real property) were received during this reporting period.
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Public Disclosure of Donations Page 2 February 26, 2026

FISCAL IMPACT
Monetary donations have been deposited into the City’s Donations Fund and will be expended in accordance with donor intent and applicable municipal accounting standards.

Donations received will supplement existing programs, projects, and services and do not create an ongoing General Fund obligation.

RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council receive and file the Donation Report for the Month of January 2026.

ATTACHMENTS
Attachment 1 – City of Buellton Donation Report – January 2026 30 of 140

CITY OF BUELLTON

DONATION REPORT
REPORTING PERIOD: JANUARY 2026
Monetary Donations
Date
Received
Donor Name Amount Designated Purpose Department/Project Receipt Issued
(Y/N)
1/9/2026 Vivian Engel $ 1,000 1000 Trees Program Landscape Maintenance/DN010-001
Y
In-Kind Donations
Date
Received
Donor Name Description of Gift Estimated
Value
Designated Purpose Department/Project Receipt
Issued
(Y/N)
Notes:
• All donations are for public purposes.
• No goods or services were provided in return.
• Acknowledgement letters have been issued per IRS standards.

Prepared by: Shannel Zamora Date: February 3, 2026
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CITY OF BUELLTON
City Council Agenda Staff Report
City Manager Review: SW
Council Agenda Item No.: 4

To: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Linda Reid, City Clerk/H.R. Director
Meeting Date: February 26, 2026
Subject: Ordinance No. 26-01 – “An Ordinance of the City Council, of the City of Buellton, California, Revising City of Buellton Municipal Code Section 2.12 Regarding City Clerk” (Introduction and First Reading)
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BACKGROUND
When the City of Buellton incorporated in 1992, staff created the City’s Municipal Code by adopting much of the County of Santa Barbara’s Municipal Code. In doing so, some of the language was adopted that did not quite align with the City’s policies and procedures.

One example would be Section 2.12 regarding the City Clerk position. Staff would like to update Section 2.12 by revising the language, so the City Manager has the authority to appoint and terminate the City Clerk, set compensation, and assign duties to the City Clerk.

Existing Municipal Code Section 2.12 is included as Attachment 1 for reference.

This revision is purely a housekeeping item and if approved by the City Council it will be included in the next Municipal Code codification at the end of 2026.

RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council consider the introduction and first reading of Ordinance No. 26-01 – “An Ordinance of the City Council, of the City of Buellton, California, Revising City of Buellton Municipal Code Section 2.12 Regarding City Clerk” by title only and waive further reading.

ATTACHMENTS
Ordinance No. 26-01
Attachment 1 – Buellton Municipal Code Section 2.12
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ORDINANCE NO. 26-01

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE

CITY OF BUELLTON, CALIFORNIA, REVISING
BUELLTON MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 2.12

REGARDING CITY CLERK
WHEREAS, Chapter 2.12 of the Buellton Municipal Code creates the City Clerk position; establishes its authority for office, compensation, functions, and designates Deputy City Clerk; and
WHEREAS, California Government Code Section 36501 authorizes the City Council to establish the office of the City Clerk; and
WHEREAS, When the City of Buellton incorporated in 1992, staff created the City’s Municipal Code by adopting much of the County of Santa Barbara’s Code. As a result, some code sections did not quite align with the City’s policies and procedures and are due for revision in order to reflect the current needs of the City of Buellton.

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED that the City Council of the City of Buellton:

SECTION 1. Findings. The City Council finds and determines as follows:

A The purpose of this ordinance is to amend the Buellton Municipal Code Section

2.12 to further refine and define the authority of office, compensation, functions, Deputy City Clerk, generally.

B. The City Council finds and determines that this ordinance is necessary to update Buellton Municipal Code Section 2.12, City Clerk to better define the authority and functions of the City Clerk position.

C. All legal prerequisites have occurred prior to the adoption of this Ordinance.

SECTION 2. All proceedings having been duly taken as required by law, and upon review of the information provided in the staff report, consideration of the testimony given at the public hearing, as well as other pertinent information, the City Council finds the following:

A. Record. Prior to rendering a decision on the Ordinance, the City Council considered the following:

1. All public testimony, both written and oral, received in conjunction with that certain Public Hearing conducted by the City Council on February 26, 2026, (“City Council Public Hearing”).

2. All oral, written and visual materials presented by City staff in conjunction with the City Council Public Hearing.
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B. Public Review. On the basis of evidence hereinafter listed, all administrative procedures and public participation requirements have been lawfully satisfied:

1. A notice of public hearing was published in a newspaper of general circulation on February 12, 2026 (the “Public Notice”), in advance of the City Council Public Hearing conducted on February 26, 2026.

2. The Public Notice and Agenda for the City Council meeting of February 26, 2026, was posted in two conspicuous public places before the Public Hearing.

SECTION 3. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this Ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by the decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance. The City Council of the City of Buellton hereby declares that it would have adopted this Ordinance and each section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion thereof irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, sentences, clauses, phrases, or portions be declared invalid or unconstitutional.

SECTION 4. To more accurately define the position of City Clerk, Section 2.12.010 of the Buellton Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:

2.12.010 – Authority for Office.

The office of city clerk is established pursuant to Section 36501 of the California Government Code. The city manager shall have the authority to appoint and terminate the City Clerk. The city manager may be appointed the additional duty of the city clerk and shall hold office at the pleasure of the city council.

SECTION 5. To more accurately define the position of City Clerk, Section 2.12.020 of the Buellton Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:

2.12.020 – Compensation.

If the city council appoints the city clerk as a separate position, Tthe city clerk shall receive such compensation and expense allowance as the city manager council shall from time to time determine, and such compensation shall be a proper charge against such funds of the city as the city council shall designate.

SECTION 6. To more accurately define the position of City Clerk, Section 2.12.030 of the Buellton Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:

2.12.030 – Functions.

The city clerk shall have all of the powers, duties, and responsibilities granted to and imposed upon the office of the city clerk by the provisions of Chapter 2 of Part 3 of Division 3 of Title 4 of the Government Code of the state (commencing with Section 40800), other general laws of the state, the provisions of this code, and the ordinances and resolutions of the city council.
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The principal functions of the city clerk shall be to:

Attend all meetings of the city council and be responsible for the recording and maintenance of a record of all the actions of the council; B.

Keep all ordinances and resolutions of the council in such a manner that the information contained therein will be readily accessible and open to the public. The city clerk shall attach to the original copy of each ordinance a certificate which shall state the date the ordinance was adopted and, as to an ordinance requiring publication, that the ordinance has been published or posted in accordance with law;
C.

Keep all records of the council and of the office of the city clerk in such manner that the information contained therein will be readily accessible and open to the public until such time as any of the records may be destroyed, or reproduced and the original destroyed, in accordance with state law;
D.

Serve as the official custodian of all city records;
E.

Be the custodian of the seal of the city;
F.

Prepare the council agendas, in conjunction with and under the direction of the city manager;
G.

Perform the duties prescribed by the California Elections Code in conducting municipal elections;
H.

Perform the duties imposed upon city clerks by the California Political Reform Act; I.

Be responsible for the publication of all official advertising for the city; J.

Be responsible for the maintenance and distribution of the municipal code; K.

Process all claims filed against the city and its officers, agents, or employees, pursuant to Chapters 1 and 2 of Part 3 of Division 3.6 of Title 1 of the California Government Code (commencing with Section 900) and Chapter 3.08 of Title 3 of this code; L.

Perform the financial and accounting duties imposed upon the city clerk by Section 40802 through 40805 of the California Government Code; and M.

Perform such other duties consistent with this code as may be required of the city clerk by the city manager. council.
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SECTION 7. To more accurately define the position of City Clerk, Section 2.12.040 of the Buellton Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:

2.12.040 – Deputy City Clerk
The city clerk shall have the authority and is hereby authorized to appoint a deputy city clerk as may be necessary for the efficient discharge of the duties of the office.

SECTION 8. The City Clerk is directed to certify this ordinance and cause it to be published in the manner required by law.

PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this ____ day of March, 2026.

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David Silva
Mayor
ATTEST:
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Linda Reid
City Clerk
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Chapter 2.12 CITY CLERK
The office of city clerk is established pursuant to Section 36501 of the California Government Code.

The city manager may be appointed the additional duty of the city clerk and shall hold office at the pleasure of the city council.
(Prior code § 2.10.010)
If the city council appoints the city clerk as a separate position, the city clerk shall receive such compensation and expense allowance as the city council shall from time to time determine, and such compensation shall be a proper charge against such funds of the city as the city council shall designate.
(Prior code § 2.10.020)
The city clerk shall have all of the powers, duties, and responsibilities granted to and imposed upon the office of the city clerk by the provisions of Chapter 2 of Part 3 of Division 3 of Title 4 of the Government Code of the state (commencing with Section 40800), other general laws of the state, the provisions of this code, and the ordinances and resolutions of the city council.

The principal functions of the city clerk shall be to:
§ 2.12.010 Authority for office.
§ 2.12.020 Compensation.
§ 2.12.030 Functions.

A. Attend all meetings of the city council and be responsible for the recording and maintenance of a record of all the actions of the council;
B. Keep all ordinances and resolutions of the council in such a manner that the information contained therein will be readily accessible and open to the public. The city clerk shall attach to the original copy of each ordinance a certificate which shall state the date the ordinance was adopted and, as to an ordinance requiring publication, that the ordinance has been published or posted in accordance with law;
C. Keep all records of the council and of the office of the city clerk in such manner that the information contained therein will be readily accessible and open to the public until such time as any of the records may be destroyed, or reproduced and the original destroyed, in accordance with state law;
D. Serve as the official custodian of all city records; E. Be the custodian of the seal of the city;
F. Prepare the council agendas, in conjunction with and under the direction of the city manager; G. Perform the duties prescribed by the California Elections Code in conducting municipal elections;
H. Perform the duties imposed upon city clerks by the California Political Reform Act; I. Be responsible for the publication of all official advertising for the city; J. Be responsible for the maintenance and distribution of the municipal code; K. Process all claims filed against the city and its officers, agents, or employees, pursuant to Chapters 1 and 2 of Part 3 of Division 3.6 of Title 1 of the California Government Code 37 of 140
(Prior code § 2.10.030)
The city clerk shall have the authority and is hereby authorized to appoint a deputy city clerk as may be necessary for the efficient discharge of the duties of the office. (Prior code § 2.10.040)
(commencing with Section 900) and Chapter 3.08 of Title 3 of this code; L. Perform the financial and accounting duties imposed upon the city clerk by Section 40802 through 40805 of the California Government Code; and
M. Perform such other duties consistent with this code as may be required of the city clerk by the city council.
§ 2.12.040 Deputy city clerk.
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CITY OF BUELLTON
City Council Agenda Staff Report
City Manager Review: SW
City Council Agenda Item No.: 5
To: The Honorable Mayor and Council Members
From: Cara Miralles, Associate Planner
Meeting Date: February 26, 2026
Subject: Ordinance No. 26-02 – “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Buellton, California, Revising Title 19 (Zoning) of the Buellton Municipal Code Regarding Outdoor Lighting”
(Introduction and First Reading)
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BACKGROUND
Over the last several years, there has been a clear desire from the City Council, community members, and City Staff for updated lighting standards in the City’s Zoning Code. The brief existing standards, which have remained the same since 1994, are contained in Section 19.04.130 and direct that “all exterior lighting shall be hooded and no unobstructed beam of exterior light shall be directed toward any area zoned or developed residentially” and that “lighting shall be designed so as not to interfere with vehicular traffic on any portion of a street”. When the Community Design Guidelines were first adopted in 2005, guidance on outdoor lighting was included in part to protect the night sky and minimize glare and light trespass. General Plan Land Use Element Policy L-12 directs that all exterior lighting in new development be located and designed so as to avoid creating substantial off-site glare, light spillover onto adjacent properties, or upward into the sky.

These requirements have formed the basis of a “dark-sky friendly” lighting policy held by the City, which aims to reduce light pollution to protect community members from unwanted light trespass and glare at night, protect the ability to view the stars in the nighttime sky, and protect wildlife from the effects of nighttime lighting.

Over the last 15 years or so, this policy has been implemented by the Planning Department in coordination with WE Watch, a local land use and resource conservation organization focused on the Santa Ynez Valley. The organizations’ Save our Stars Committee has provided guidance to Staff on best practices for dark-sky friendly lighting, based in research from Dark Sky International (the pre-eminent organization for dark-sky friendly lighting). WE Watch has also consistently provided comments and recommendations for exterior lighting proposed on various development projects, which have often been applied to conditions of approval.
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In the last few years, WE Watch has been working with the County of Santa Barbara and the City of Buellton Planning Department on updating lighting standards, providing a model ordinance which has formed the basis for the lighting amendments adopted by the County last year and the proposed amendments presented here.

In addition to language provided by WE Watch in their model ordinance, other resources used to draft proposed zoning ordinance amendments were the Dark Sky International municipal ordinance template, and a review of lighting standards from the County of Santa Barbara, and Cities of Goleta, Santa Barbara, Ojai, Solvang, San Luis Obispo, and Torrey, Utah (a recognized “Dark Sky Place” by Dark Sky International).

Amendments are proposed to Section 19.04.130 (Lighting) of the Zoning Ordinance (Title 19) (see Attachment 1). These standards would be applicable to all new or replacement exterior/outdoor lighting, regardless of permit type. For discretionary permits (ex.

Conditional Use Permits) and major modifications/renovations, any nonconforming outdoor lighting on the site would also need to comply with the lighting standards, except that the Planning Director may waive this requirement in certain circumstances. Standards speak to various aspects of lighting such as orientation, shielding, bulbs, maximum heights, lighting controls like motion-sensors, and photometric plans which look at lighting brightness on a site. All standards are intended to minimize light pollution, preserve Buellton’s small-town character, and protect people and wildlife from adverse effects of night lighting including light trespass. Removal of outdoor lighting standards in Section

19.18.024 for mixed-use projects is also proposed (see Attachment 1), as these standards are inconsistent with the revised Section 19.04.130, and this revised section will cover all projects including mixed-use.

At its February 5, 2026 meeting, the Planning Commission approved Resolution No. 26- 01 (Attachment 2), making recommendations to Council on proposed outdoor lighting zoning ordinance amendments. The Commission agreed with Staff’s proposed amendments with some additional recommended modifications to Section 19.04.130. The amendments in Ordinance No. 26-02 have been modified to capture Planning Commission recommendations. These include an allowance for uplighting in outdoor lighting fixtures on residential units which are under a covered porch or similar, clarifying photometric requirements applying to residential mixed-use projects, clarifying maximum lighting heights for upper stories, and addressing conflicts between the California Electrical Code and Energy Code and the City’s ordinance.

Draft updates to the Community Design Guidelines were also brought to the Planning Commission at the February 5, 2026 meeting, which consisted of updates for consistency with the proposed zoning ordinance amendments. The Planning Commission has recommended that the City Council adopt the updates, as shown in Attachment 3. If directed by Council, Staff would bring a Resolution to adopt the Community Design Guidelines updates at a future Council meeting, concurrent with a second and final reading of Ordinance No. 26-02.
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ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
Approval of Ordinance No. 26-02 is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) which states that a project is exempt from CEQA if “the activity is covered by the common sense exemption that CEQA applies only to projects which have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment. Where it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment, the activity is not subject to CEQA.” This exemption applies because the amendments constitute regulatory action that does not authorize or approve any specific development project and will not, in themselves, result in a physical change to the environment. Further, lighting installed pursuant to the proposed ordinance will result in benefits to the environment, as the amendments are meant to protect aesthetic resources of the night sky and biological resources (plants and wildlife) from negative effects of nighttime lighting.

Therefore, it can be seen with certainty that the adoption of these amendments will not have a significant effect on the environment.

FISCAL IMPACT
Amendments to the Zoning Ordinance will not have any direct fiscal impact on the City.

RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council consider the introduction and first reading of Ordinance No. 26-02 – “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Buellton, California, Revising Title 19 (Zoning) of the Buellton Municipal Code Regarding Outdoor Lighting” by title only and waive further reading and direct staff to prepare a Resolution to update the Community Design Guidelines in consistency with Ordinance No. 26-02 to be effective in coordination with Ordinance No. 26-02.

ATTACHMENTS
Ordinance No. 26-02
Attachment 1 – Planning Commission Resolution No. 26-01 Attachment 2 – Planning Commission Resolution No. 26-02 41 of 140
ORDINANCE NO. 26-02

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF BUELLTON, CALIFORNIA, REVISING TITLE 19
(ZONING) OF THE BUELLTON MUNICIPAL CODE

REGARDING OUTDOOR LIGHTING
WHEREAS, the City of Buellton (“City”) has adopted a General Plan and Specific Plans to ensure a well-planned and safe community; and
WHEREAS, the City has enacted a Municipal Code for the protection of public health, safety, and welfare; and
WHEREAS, the City has adopted Community Design Guidelines and other policies to enhance the quality of life and the general environment within the City; and WHEREAS, each of these documents have general policies and regulations pertaining to outdoor lighting, but the City desires more robust, objective standards with which to regulate outdoor lighting to better uphold the City’s dark-sky-friendly policy which aims to reduce light pollution to protect community members from unwanted light trespass and glare at night, protect the ability to view the stars in the nighttime sky, and protect wildlife from the effects of nighttime lighting; and
WHEREAS, the City’s Planning Commission approved Resolution No. 26-01 on February 5, 2026, which makes recommendations to the City Council on proposed outdoor lighting zoning ordinance amendments; and
WHEREAS, all legal prerequisites have occurred prior to the adoption of this Ordinance.

NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Buellton does ordain as follows:

SECTION 1: All proceedings having been duly taken as required by law, and upon review of the information provided in the staff report, consideration of the testimony given at the public hearing, as well as other pertinent information, the City Council finds the following:

A. Record. Prior to rendering a decision on any aspect of the Ordinance, the City Council considered the following:

1. All public testimony, both written and oral, received in conjunction with that certain public hearing conducted by the City Council on February 26, 2026 (the “Public Hearing”).

2. All oral, written and visual materials presented by City staff in conjunction with the Public Hearing.
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3. The following informational documents which, by this reference, are incorporated herein.
a. That certain written report concerning the Zoning Ordinance Amendment dated February 26, 2026 (the “Staff Report”) and all attachments.
b. The recommendations from the Planning Commission as contained in Planning Commission Resolution No. 26-01, adopted February 5, 2026.

B. Public Review. On the basis of evidence hereinafter listed, all administrative procedures and public participation requirements prescribed in the Buellton Municipal Code have been lawfully satisfied:

1. A notice of the Public Hearing was published in a newspaper of general circulation on February 12, 2026 (the “Public Notice”), a minimum of ten (10) days in advance of the February 26, 2026, Public Hearing.

2. The Public Notice for the Public Hearing was posted in two conspicuous public places on February 12, 2026, a minimum of ten (10) days in advance of the February 26, 2026, Public Hearing.

C. Environmental Clearance. Adoption of the zoning ordinance amendment is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3). This exemption applies because the amendments constitute regulatory action that does not authorize or approve any specific development project and will not, in themselves, result in a physical change to the environment. Further, lighting installed pursuant to the proposed ordinance will result in benefits to the environment, as the amendments are meant to protect aesthetic resources of the night sky and biological resources (plants and wildlife) from negative effects of nighttime lighting. Therefore, it can be seen with certainty that the adoption of these amendments will not have a significant effect on the environment.

D. Consistency Declarations. Based on (i) the evidence presented in the Staff Report (incorporated herein by reference), (ii) consultations with affected City Departments, including the City Attorney, (iii) the recommendation from the Planning Commission and (iv) testimony and comments received in connection with the public hearing, the City Council does hereby declare as follows:

1. Zoning Ordinance Amendments.
a. Findings:
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i. The Amendments are in the interests of the general community welfare, as they protect people from light trespass and other adverse effects of nighttime lighting and protect the night sky from light pollution, while maintaining adequate nighttime visibility and safety.
ii. The Amendments are consistent with the General Plan, including General Plan Land Use Element policy L-12, the requirements of state planning and zoning laws, and Title 19 of the Zoning Ordinance.
iii. The Amendments are consistent with good zoning and planning practices.

The updates are substantially consistent with model ordinance and applicable language from review of adjacent jurisdictions’ standards for outdoor lighting has been applied to the proposed amendments where the language and been found to be reasonable and consistent with good zoning and planning practices.

SECTION 2. Amendments.

A. Section 19.04.130 of Chapter 19.04 of Title 19 of the Buellton Municipal Code is hereby amended in its entirety to read as follows:

Section 19.04.130 Outdoor Lighting.

A. Purpose. The purpose of this section is to ensure outdoor lighting practices and systems which will:

1. Minimize light pollution, including glare, light trespass and skyglow;

2. Conserve energy and preserve community character while maintaining nighttime safety and adequate visibility; and

3. Protect the night sky, people, and wildlife from adverse effects of night lighting.

4. Implement a good neighbor policy, where lighting is considerate of the right to the peaceful enjoyment of neighbors’ homes, businesses, and property, especially between sunset and sunrise.

B. Applicability.

1. New and Replaced Outdoor Lighting. Unless specifically exempt or subject to any other applicable code or regulation, all new and replaced outdoor lighting installed shall comply with the requirements of this section, including lighting used for, but not limited to, the following:
a. Buildings and structures, including entryway lighting, and on open canopies b. Landscape and architectural lighting
c. Parking lot and street lighting
d. Security lighting, including temporary security lighting during construction e. Pedestrian areas and walkways
f. Trails and parks
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g. Sign Lighting
h. Recreational lighting for sports fields, ball courts, and similar

2. Discretionary Permits. Whenever discretionary land use permit approval is granted on a site where nonconforming outdoor lighting exists, such lighting shall comply with the requirements of this section prior to final inspection by the Planning Department; provided, however, that:
a. The director may waive the requirement that existing nonconforming lighting be brought into conformity where there would be only a minor alteration, addition, or replacement to an existing structure.

3. Major Modifications
a. If a major modification occurs on a property, the entire property shall comply with the requirements of this section. For purposes of this section, the following are considered to be major modifications:
i. Modifications of 25% or more in terms of additional dwelling units, gross floor area, exterior façade area, seating capacity, or parking spaces, either with a single addition or with cumulative additions subsequent to the effective date of this provision.

C. Exemptions. The following types of outdoor lighting are exempt from the provisions of this section.

1. Underwater lights used to illuminate swimming pools, spas, fountains, and other water features.

2. Pathway, landscape, and architectural lights, to which all of the following apply:
a. No more than 300 lumens;
b. 4 watt LED or 25 watt incandescent;
c. 3000K or less,
d. At least partially shielded, as defined, and;
e. In the case of landscape and architectural lights which use uplighting, these shall be aimed to hit their target such that the light is contained by landscape or architectural elements.

3. String lighting which is:
a. No more than 50 lumens per individual lamp/bulb with a total lumen output of no more than 1,000 lumens;
b. 3000K or less;
c. At least partially shielded, as defined, and;
d. Mounted no more than 12 feet in height.
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4. Temporary lighting which is:
a. Used for seasonal lighting decoration, as defined, provided that such lighting is in place no longer than 30 days prior to a holiday or tradition, or more than 30 days after the holiday or tradition, for a maximum of 60 days per year. Such lighting may include laser source lights but may not include high intensity lights such as searchlights, floodlights, strobe lights, or similar.
b. Approved by the Planning Director as part of a Special Events Permit or Temporary Use Permit, provided that the intent of this section is met to the extent feasible. c. Emergency lighting under the direction of governmental agencies or medical professionals.

5. Lighting for school district sites and/or other governmental facilities which are otherwise exempt from local regulations.

D. Prohibited Outdoor Lighting. Outdoor lighting subject to this section shall not consist of the following types:

1. High intensity lights such as searchlights, floodlights, laser source lights, strobe lights, or similar.

2. Permanently installed lighting device located on the exterior of a building or on the inside of a window, that blinks, flashes or is of brightness that is visible beyond the boundaries of the parcel and that results in light trespass.

3. Lighting which interferes with the safe movement of motor vehicles, such as lighting that distracts or disables the vision of a motor vehicle operator (e.g., excessively bright or rapid blinking, flashing, and/or motion video) or contributes to traffic control confusion (e.g., sources resembling or imitating traffic signals).

4. Digital billboards.

E. General Requirements. Outdoor lighting subject to this section shall comply with the following:

1. Orientation.
a. Outdoor lighting shall be directed downward.
b. Lighting fixtures shall be mounted parallel to the ground, except that lighting for exterior signs may be angled so that light is directed to illuminate the sign only.

2. Shielding.
a. Outdoor light fixtures shall be fully shielded, as defined (see Figure A for examples of unshielded versus fully shielded lights), except for the following:
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i. Outdoor light fixtures in the Avenue of Flags Specific Plan area may have sides which are made of opaque or semi-opaque materials, provided the fixture has an opaque top to keep light from shining directly upwards. The sides shall completely cover the light source. Fixtures with opaque sides may have incidental decorative perforations that emit small amounts of light. Semi-opaque material, such as dark tinted glass or translucent plastic, may be used if the light source is not discernable behind the material. Completely transparent materials, such as clear glass, are not allowed.
ii. Wall signs may be internally illuminated on commercial development within the General Commercial (CR) zoning district, provided semi-opaque materials are used such that the light emanating from the sign is diffused. Transparent or clear materials are not allowed.
iii. Uplighting is permitted for outdoor lighting fixtures on residential structures only when the fixture is installed beneath a covered porch or comparable structure that fully obstructs the emission of light into the sky. Such installations shall be considered compliant with the requirements for a fully shielded light (see Figures B and C).
b. The light source shall not be visible beyond the property lines. c. Exterior lights shall be directed away from areas zoned or developed residentially, areas zoned as open space, and creeks or rivers (see Figure B). d. Additional shielding (such as a shielded directional fixture, as defined, further recessed bulbs, and/or lower lumens) may be required in cases where outdoor lighting is installed 12 feet or more above the grade of adjacent residential sites and where there would be unacceptable light trespass onto residential units. e. In certain locations or circumstances, interior lighting may need evaluation and require regulation if the fixtures result in glare or light trespass onto neighboring properties, or sky glow.
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Figure A – Examples of Unshielded and Fully Shielded Light Fixtures Figure B – Light Directed Away from Sensitive Areas

3. Bulbs/Lamps.
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b. Color Temperature. Light bulbs shall have a correlated color temperature (CCT) of 3000 Kelvin (K) or less, except for the following:
i. Light bulbs shall be no more than 2700 K when located within 100 feet of the open space zoning district, 50 feet or less from the top of bank of creeks, and/or 200 feet or less from the top of bank of the Santa Ynez River; if more than one of these applies, the most stringent shall apply.

4. Maximum Heights.
a. Parking lot lights and freestanding security/yard lights within residentially zoned areas or within 100 feet of residential development shall have a maximum mounting height of 15 feet, otherwise parking lot lights and freestanding security/yard lights shall have a maximum mounting height of 20 feet.
b. Streetlights shall be the minimum height needed for adequate illumination, per applicable standards utilized by the Public Works Department. c. Freestanding lights for pedestrian areas and pathways shall be a maximum of 12 feet in height.
d. Lighting installed on the ground floor of buildings, or on any other structure except upper building floors, shall not exceed 12 feet in height measured from the ground directly below the fixture. Light fixtures installed beneath gas station canopies may exceed this limit but shall not exceed 20 feet in height above finished grade.

5. Lighting Controls. Outdoor lighting must be turned off during daylight hours and during any hours when the structure is not in use, except as provided below. a. When People are Present. Outdoor lighting may remain on when people are present in the outdoor areas being illuminated, except as provided below. b. Code Required Lighting. Building or other construction and safety code required lighting for steps, stairs, walkways, entrances, parking areas, and other building and site features that is dimmed to the minimum light level necessary to meet code requirements.
c. Safety and Security Lighting.
i. Motion-Controlled Security Lighting. Security lighting may be controlled by a motion-sensor switch between sunset and sunrise the following day provided the lighting does not remain on longer than five minutes after activation. ii. Commercial and Industrial Zones Not Adjacent to Residential Zones, Creeks or the Santa Ynez River. Outdoor security lighting in Commercial and Industrial Zones not adjacent to a Residential Zone, creeks, or the Santa Ynez River may remain on between sunset and sunrise the following day provided lights are dimmed to the minimum level to meet safety and security requirements and are on a timer or sensor that automatically extinguishes the light when sufficient daylight is available.
d. All illuminated advertising signs shall be off between 11:00 p.m. and sunrise the following day, except that on-premises signs may be illuminated while the business is open to the public.

6. Photometric Plans. In order to mitigate light trespass onto neighboring properties, photometric plans will be subject to the following.
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a. The following types of development are not required to provide a photometric plan, unless the Planning Director determines unique circumstances exist on a site which would necessitate a photometric plan in order to analyze light trespass. i. Applications which include outdoor lighting associated with residential dwellings of up to two units.
ii. Applications solely for accessory and canopy structures pursuant to Section

19.06.010 of this Title which include outdoor lighting. b. Unless exempt, a photometric plan shall be submitted with development applications for any of the following: 1) new buildings and structures with proposed outdoor lighting; 2) site-wide lighting; 3) applications for discretionary land use permits and major modifications as defined in this section.
c. Photometric plans shall show foot-candle readings every ten feet within the subject site and at least twenty feet beyond the property lines. d. When a photometric plan is required, outdoor lighting brightness shall not exceed the following levels on the subject site. If more than one of these applies, the most restrictive standard shall apply.
i. General. 10.0 foot-candles maximum on the subject site, except for within and near the open space zoning designation, within and near creeks and river areas, and on service/gas stations and auto sales lots, as specified. ii. Open Space Areas. 0.1 foot-candles maximum on and within 100 feet of properties zoned as Open Space (OS), with exception made for the following:

1. Security lighting which is no more than 2,600 lumens and controlled by a motion-sensor switch between sunset. and sunrise the following day provided the lighting does not remain on longer than five minutes after activation. iii. Creeks and River Areas. 0.1 foot-candles maximum within 50 feet from the top of bank for creeks, and 200 feet from the top of bank of the Santa Ynez River, with exception made for the following:

1. Security lighting which is no more than 2,600 lumens and controlled by a motion-sensor switch between sunset. and sunrise the following day provided the lighting does not remain on longer than five minutes after activation. iv. Service/Gas Stations and Auto Sales Lots. 40 foot-candles maximum on subject sites with service/gas stations or auto sales as the primary use. e. When a photometric plan is required, outdoor lighting brightness shall not exceed the following levels at or beyond the subject site’s property lines. If more than one of these applies, the most restrictive standard shall apply. i. 0.1 foot-candles maximum at property lines on sites zoned or developed with residential uses and sites abutting a residential zoning district, including mixeduse developments with residential units. ii. 0.3 foot-candles maximum at 20 feet from property lines on sites zoned or developed with commercial or industrial uses or sites abutting commercial or industrial zoning districts, except as otherwise specified. 50 of 140
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iii. Within the Avenue of Flags Specific Plan area, 1.0 foot-candles maximum at property lines, except for sites abutting residential zoning districts or a site developed residentially, including mixed-use developments with residential units, for which the maximum foot-candles at those property lines shall be 0.1.

7. Outdoor lighting shall be in compliance with all applicable provisions of the latest adopted editions of the California Electrical Code and Energy Code. If any provisions of this section conflict, the California Electrical Code and Energy Code shall prevail.

F. Outdoor Recreational Lighting. Regardless of the provisions of this section, only the following requirements shall apply to Recreational Lighting, as defined.

1. Application Requirements. Applications for Recreational Lighting require a Minor Use Permit through the Planning Director.

2. Shielding. Recreational lighting shall be fully shielded except when such shielding would cause impairment to the visibility required in the intended recreational activity. In such cases, partially shielded fixtures and downward lighting methods shall be utilized to limit light pollution, glare, and light trespass to a reasonable level as determined by the Planning Director.

3. Color Temperature. Light bulbs shall have a correlated color temperature (CCT) of 5700 Kelvin (K) or less.

4. Photometric Plan Required. There shall be a maximum of fifty (50) foot-candles allowed, contained within an outdoor recreational area when measured from five (5) feet above grade.

5. Timing Controls. Recreational facilities shall not be illuminated unless the facilities are being utilized, with the exception of security lighting, when no more than 2,600 lumens and controlled by a motion-sensor switch which keeps the light off between sunset and sunrise the following day except when activated by motion detection, provided the lighting does not remain on longer than five (5) minutes after activation.

G. Planning Director Exceptions.

1. Designs, materials, or methods of installation not specifically prescribed by this section may be approved at the discretion of the Planning Director. In approving such a request, the Planning Director shall find that the proposed design, material, or method provides approximate equivalence to the specific requirements of this section or is otherwise satisfactory and complies with the intent of these provisions.

a. The lighting fixture emits a very narrow cone of light for the purpose of confining the light to the object of interest itself; and
b. The lighting fixture minimizes light pollution, light trespass, and glare to the maximum extent feasible.

H. Application Requirements.

1. An application that includes outdoor lighting shall include information and materials as identified in the applicable checklist provided by the Planning Department that show the proposed outdoor lighting will comply with the requirements of this section.

2. Applications for outdoor lighting shall be processed via a Zoning Clearance per Section

19.08.030 of this Title. If the outdoor lighting is part of a discretionary land use permit for a development, the outdoor lighting shall be processed concurrently and as part of the discretionary land use permit.

I. Definitions.
“Correlated Color Temperature (CCT)” means a measure (in Kelvins, K) of the warmth or coolness of the appearance of a light source. Light sources with a CCT of less than 3200 K are considered “warm” in appearance. Light sources with a CCT greater than 4000 K are considered “cool” in appearance.
“Foot-Candle (fc)” is a unit of measurement for light intensity in a given area, defined as the amount of light that falls on a one-square-foot surface from a consistent light source. One footcandle is equal to one lumen per square foot. “Fully Shielded”, means a light fixture designed or shielded in such a manner that no light is emitted, either directly or indirectly, at or above a horizontal plane running through the lowest light-emitting part of the light fixture. See Figure C.

Figure C – Horizontal Plane of Light
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“Glare” means the sensation produced by a bright source within the visual field that is sufficiently brighter than the level to which the eyes are adapted to cause annoyance, discomfort, or loss in visual performance and visibility; blinding light. The magnitude of glare depends on such factors as the size, position, brightness of the source dangerous to the public health and safety, as they may contribute to vehicular or other, and the brightness level to which the eye is adapted.
“Light Trespass” means any artificial light falling across property boundaries and producing objectionable illumination of an adjacent property. See Figure D.

Figure D – Light Trespass
“Partially Shielded” means a light fixture constructed and mounted such that most light is projected below the horizontal plane of light that is emitted by the fixture, either directly from the lamp or a diffusing element (i.e. frosted glass), or indirectly by reflection or refraction from any part of the fixture.
“Recreational Lighting” means lighting used for outdoor sports fields, outdoor ball courts, and similar, but does not include lighting for bicycle paths, hiking or equestrian trails. “Searchlight” means a lighting assembly designed to direct the output of a contained lamp in a specific tightly focused direction (a beam) with a reflector located external to the lamp, and with a swiveled or gimbaled mount to allow the assembly to be easily redirected. Such lights are used commonly to sweep the sky for advertisement purposes. "Seasonal Lighting" means temporary lighting displays installed and operated on a property, typically in connection with holidays or traditions. 53 of 140
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“Shielded Directional Fixture” means a lighting fixture with a built-in feature that reduces or stops the direction of light traveling in one or more directions. “Skyglow” means the brightening of the nighttime sky resulting from scattering and reflection of artificial light by moisture and dust particles in the atmosphere. Skyglow is caused by light directed or reflected upwards or sideways and reduces one’s ability to see the night sky. “String Lighting” means small lights attached to a wire, string or cable used for ambience or decoration.
“Strobe Light” means a specialized lamp that produces a continuous series of short, bright light flashes.

B. Section 19.18.024 of Chapter 19.18 of Title 19 of the Buellton Municipal Code is hereby amended as follows (note: double underlining denotes language additions and stricken language is to be removed):

19.18.024. Performance standards.

A. CC&Rs are required for all mixed-use projects and shall include provisions notifying future residential tenants and owners of the potential noise and nuisance impacts of living in a mixed-use project.

B. Outdoor Lighting. Outdoor lighting shall be shielded in a manner that prevents a direct line between its luminary and any residentially zoned or residentially developed parcel. Within 50 feet of a residentially zoned parcel, lighting shall be installed no higher than 20 feet above the ground directly below the light fixture. Outdoor lighting shall not exceed the following levels:

1. One-half foot-candles at the property line if the subject property abuts a residential zoning district.

2. Two foot-candles at the property line if the subject property abuts a nonresidential zoning district.

CB. Glare and Heat. Glare and heat from arc welding, acetylene torch cutting, or similar processes shall be contained within a completely enclosed and vented building.

DC. Odors. The odors released from any operation or activity shall not exceed detectable concentrations beyond any lot lines. Commercial or industrial uses with attached residential units provide state-of-the art ventilation systems to prevent odors from penetrating the attached residential units.

ED. Vibration. No use, activity, or process shall produce vibrations that are perceptible without instruments at the property line for more than three minutes in any one hour of the day between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. No use, activity, or process shall produce any vibrations between the hours of 9:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. 54 of 140
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FE. Hours of Operation. Unless otherwise approved through a Development Plan, the hours of operation for any commercial or industrial component of a mixed-use project with a residential component, except live-work/work-live units, shall not begin before 7:00 a.m. or continue after 9:00 p.m. These hours of operation shall include other activities directly related to the operation of the commercial or industrial component, including, but not limited to, deliveries and cleaning activities. Projects within specific plan areas are exempt from the time limitations of this section, and hours of operation for these projects should be considered on a case-by-case basis.

GF. All work shall be performed entirely indoors unless otherwise approved through the development plan. Any outdoor work allowed through a development plan shall not be performed in designated parking areas, drive aisles, or landscape areas. All approved outdoor work areas shall not be counted as required open space or landscaping.

HG. Flammable, Explosive, and Combustible Materials. The use or storage of flammable, explosive, or combustible materials shall at all times comply with the adopted Uniform Fire Prevention Code, California Building Code, and all other applicable adopted ordinances or regulations of the city of Buellton, county of Santa Barbara, state of California, and the federal government.

IH. Noise. All mixed-use projects shall comply with the adopted noise regulations of the city of Buellton.

JI. Staircases. All stairways that connect adjacent levels, stories or floors shall be provided with an intermediate landing at the mid-height level and shall otherwise comply with all other applicable building code provisions in effect at the time of submittal application. Alternatively, elevators may be provided.

KJ. Three-Bedroom Units. A maximum of five percent of the dwelling units may be three-bedroom units. Percentages shall be rounded to the nearest whole number.

Four-bedroom and more units are prohibited.

SECTION 3. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this Ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by the decision of a court of competent jurisdiction, the holding shall not affect the validity or enforceability of the remaining provisions, and the Council declares that it would have adopted each provision of this ordinance irrespective of the validity of any other provision.

SECTION 4. The City Clerk is directed to: (i) certify this Ordinance and cause it to be published in the manner required by law.; (ii) make typographical, grammatical and similar corrections in the final text of the Ordinance so long as such corrections do not constitute substantive changes in context; and (iii) cause the Buellton Municipal Code to be reprinted by deleting language contained within Section 2 of this Ordinance that is stricken and adding language that is double underlined.

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PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this ____ day of March, 2026.

_______________________________
David Silva
Mayor
ATTEST:
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Linda Reid
City Clerk
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PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 26-01

A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE

CITY OF BUELLTON, CALIFORNIA, CONSIDERING

RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE CITY COUNCIL ON
AMENDMENTS TO TITLE 19 (ZONING) OF THE BUELLTON

MUNICIPAL CODE RELATED TO OUTDOOR LIGHTING, AND

MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF
WHEREAS, the City of Buellton (“City”) has adopted a General Plan and Specific Plans to ensure a well-planned and safe community; and
WHEREAS, the City has enacted a Municipal Code for the protection of public health, safety, and welfare; and
WHEREAS, the City has adopted Community Design Guidelines and other policies to enhance the quality of life and the general environment within the City; and WHEREAS, each of these documents have general policies and regulations pertaining to outdoor lighting, but the City desires more robust, objective standards with which to regulate outdoor lighting to better uphold the City’s dark-sky-friendly policy which aims to reduce light pollution to protect community members from unwanted light trespass and glare at night, protect the ability to view the stars in the nighttime sky, and protect wildlife from the effects of nighttime lighting; and WHEREAS, Buellton Municipal Code Section 19.10.110.A.5 requires a public hearing to be held before the Planning Commission, and for the Planning Commission to review and provide a written recommendation to the City Council regarding any proposed zoning ordinance amendments; and
WHEREAS, all legal prerequisites occurred prior to adoption of this Resolution;

NOW, THEREFORE, THE PLANNING COMMISSION DOES RESOLVE,
DECLARE, DETERMINE, AND REQUEST AS FOLLOWS:

A. Record. Prior to rendering a decision on any aspect of the proposed zoning ordinance amendments, the Planning Commission considered the following:
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1. All public testimony, both written and oral, received in conjunction with that certain public hearing conducted by the Planning Commission on February 5, 2026 (“Public Hearing”).

2. All oral, written and visual materials presented by City staff in conjunction with the Public Hearing.

3. The following informational documents which, by this reference, are incorporated herein.
a. That staff report submitted by the Planning Department dated February 5, 2026 (the “Staff Report”).

B. Public Review. On the basis of evidence hereinafter listed, all administrative procedures and public participation requirements prescribed in the Buellton Zoning Ordinance have been lawfully satisfied:

1. A notice was published in a newspaper on January 15, 2026 (the “Public Notice”), a minimum of twenty (20) days in advance of the February 5, 2026, Public Hearing.

2. The Public Notice for the Public Hearing was posted in two conspicuous public places on January 15, 2025, a minimum of twenty (20) days before the February 5, 2026, Public Hearing.

C. Environmental Clearance. Adoption of the zoning ordinance amendments is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3). This exemption applies because the amendments constitute regulatory action that does not authorize or approve any specific development project and will not, in themselves, result in a reasonably foreseeable physical change to the environment. Therefore, it can be seen with certainty that the adoption of these amendments will not have a significant effect on the environment.

D. Consistency Declarations. Based on (i) the evidence presented in the Staff Report (incorporated herein by reference), (ii) consultations with affected City Departments, and (iii) testimony and comments received in connection with the public hearing, the Planning Commission does hereby declare as follows:

1. Zoning Ordinance Amendments.
a. Findings:
i. The Amendments are in the interests of the general
community welfare.
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ii. The Amendments are consistent with the General Plan, the requirements of state planning and zoning laws, and Title 19 of the Zoning Ordinance.
iii. The Amendments are consistent with good zoning and planning practices.

SECTION 2. Amendments.

A. The Planning Commission hereby recommends that the City Council adopt an ordinance to amend Section 19.04.130 of Chapter 19.04 of Title 19 of the Buellton Municipal Code in its entirety as follows:

Section 19.04.130 Outdoor Lighting.

A. Purpose. The purpose of this section is to ensure outdoor lighting practices and systems which will:

1. Minimize light pollution, including glare, light trespass and skyglow;

2. Conserve energy and preserve community character while maintaining nighttime safety and adequate visibility; and

3. Protect the night sky, people, and wildlife from adverse effects of night lighting.

4. Implement a good neighbor policy, where lighting is considerate of the right to the peaceful enjoyment of neighbors’ homes, businesses, and property, especially between sunset and sunrise.

B. Applicability.

1. New and Replaced Outdoor Lighting. Unless specifically exempt or subject to any other applicable code or regulation, all new and replaced outdoor lighting installed shall comply with the requirements of this section, including lighting used for, but not limited to, the following:
a. Buildings and structures, including entryway lighting, and on open canopies b. Landscape and architectural lighting
c. Parking lot and street lighting
d. Security lighting, including temporary security lighting during construction e. Pedestrian areas and walkways
f. Trails and parks
g. Sign Lighting
h. Recreational lighting for sports fields, ball courts, and similar

2. Discretionary Permits. Whenever discretionary land use permit approval is granted on a site where nonconforming outdoor lighting exists, such lighting shall comply with the requirements of this section prior to final inspection by the Planning Department; provided, however, that:
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a. The director may waive the requirement that existing nonconforming lighting be brought into conformity where there would be only a minor alteration, addition, or replacement to an existing structure.

C. Exemptions. The following types of outdoor lighting are exempt from the provisions of this section.

1. Underwater lights used to illuminate swimming pools, spas, fountains, and other water features.

Such lighting may include laser source lights but may not include high intensity lights such as searchlights, floodlights, strobe lights, or similar. b. Approved by the Planning Director as part of a Special Events Permit or Temporary Use Permit, provided that the intent of this section is met to the extent feasible.
c. Emergency lighting under the direction of governmental agencies or medical professionals.
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5. Lighting for school district sites and/or other governmental facilities which are otherwise exempt from local regulations.

D. Prohibited Outdoor Lighting. Outdoor lighting subject to this section shall not consist of the following types:

1. High intensity lights such as searchlights, floodlights, laser source lights, strobe lights, or similar.

4. Digital billboards.

E. General Requirements. Outdoor lighting subject to this section shall comply with the following:

2. Shielding.
a. Outdoor light fixtures shall be fully shielded, as defined (see Figure A for examples of unshielded versus fully shielded lights), except for the following:
i. Outdoor light fixtures in the Avenue of Flags Specific Plan area may have sides which are made of opaque or semi-opaque materials, provided the fixture has an opaque top to keep light from shining directly upwards. The sides shall completely cover the light source. Fixtures with opaque sides may have incidental decorative perforations that emit small amounts of light. Semi-opaque material, such as dark tinted glass or translucent plastic, may be used if the light source is not discernable behind the material. Completely transparent materials, such as clear glass, are not allowed.
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b. The light source shall not be visible beyond the property lines. c. Exterior lights shall be directed away from areas zoned or developed residentially, areas zoned as open space, and creeks or rivers (see Figure B). d. Additional shielding (such as a shielded directional fixture, as defined, further recessed bulbs, and/or lower lumens) may be required in cases where outdoor lighting is installed 12 feet or more above the grade of adjacent residential sites and where there would be unacceptable light trespass onto residential units.
e. In certain locations or circumstances, interior lighting may need evaluation and require regulation if the fixtures result in glare or light trespass onto neighboring properties, or sky glow.

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Figure B – Light Directed Away from Sensitive Areas

3. Bulbs/Lamps.
a. LED. Light bulbs shall be LED or equivalent low voltage/high efficacy. b. Color Temperature. Light bulbs shall have a correlated color temperature (CCT) of 3000 Kelvin (K) or less, except for the following:
i. Light bulbs shall be no more than 2700 K when located within 100 feet of the open space zoning district, 50 feet or less from the top of bank of creeks, and/or 200 feet or less from the top of bank of the Santa Ynez River; if more than one of these applies, the most stringent shall apply.

4. Maximum Heights.
a. Parking lot lights and freestanding security/yard lights within residentially zoned areas or within 100 feet of residential development shall have a maximum mounting height of 15 feet, otherwise parking lot lights and freestanding security/yard lights shall have a maximum mounting height of 20 feet.
b. Streetlights shall be the minimum height needed for adequate illumination, per applicable standards utilized by the Public Works Department. c. Freestanding lights for pedestrian areas and pathways shall be a maximum of 12 feet in height.
d. Lighting affixed to the ground floor of buildings or on all other structures shall be a maximum of 12 feet in height above the ground directly below the light source, except that light fixtures under gas station canopies shall be no more than 20 feet in height above finished grade.

5. Lighting Controls. Outdoor lighting must be turned off during daylight hours and during any hours when the structure is not in use, except as provided below. a. When People are Present. Outdoor lighting may remain on when people are present in the outdoor areas being illuminated, except as provided below. b. Code Required Lighting. Building or other construction and safety code required lighting for steps, stairs, walkways, entrances, parking areas, and other building and site features that is dimmed to the minimum light level necessary to meet code requirements.
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provided the lighting does not remain on longer than five minutes after activation.
ii. Commercial and Industrial Zones Not Adjacent to Residential Zones, Creeks or the Santa Ynez River. Outdoor security lighting in Commercial and Industrial Zones not adjacent to a Residential Zone, creeks, or the Santa Ynez River may remain on between sunset and sunrise the following day provided lights are dimmed to the minimum level to meet safety and security requirements and are on a timer or sensor that automatically extinguishes the light when sufficient daylight is available. d. All illuminated advertising signs shall be off between 11:00 p.m. and sunrise the following day, except that on-premises signs may be illuminated while the business is open to the public.

6. Photometric Plans. In order to mitigate light trespass onto neighboring properties, photometric plans will be subject to the following.
a. The following types of development are not required to provide a photometric plan, unless the Planning Director determines unique circumstances exist on a site which would necessitate a photometric plan in order to analyze light trespass.
i. Applications which include outdoor lighting associated with residential dwellings of up to two units.
ii. Applications solely for accessory and canopy structures pursuant to Section 19.06.010 of this Title which include outdoor lighting. b. Unless exempt, a photometric plan shall be submitted with development applications for any of the following: 1) new buildings and structures with proposed outdoor lighting; 2) site-wide lighting; 3) applications for discretionary land use permits and major modifications as defined in this section.
c. Photometric plans shall show foot-candle readings every ten feet within the subject site and at least twenty feet beyond the property lines. d. When a photometric plan is required, outdoor lighting brightness shall not exceed the following levels on the subject site. If more than one of these applies, the most restrictive standard shall apply.
i. General. 10.0 foot-candles maximum on the subject site, except for within and near the open space zoning designation, within and near creeks and river areas, and on service/gas stations and auto sales lots, as specified. ii. Open Space Areas. 0.1 foot-candles maximum on and within 100 feet of properties zoned as Open Space (OS), with exception made for the following:

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day provided the lighting does not remain on longer than five minutes after activation.
iii. Creeks and River Areas. 0.1 foot-candles maximum within 50 feet from the top of bank for creeks, and 200 feet from the top of bank of the Santa Ynez River, with exception made for the following:

1. Security lighting which is no more than 2,600 lumens and controlled by a motion-sensor switch between sunset. and sunrise the following day provided the lighting does not remain on longer than five minutes after activation.
iv. Service/Gas Stations and Auto Sales Lots. 40 foot-candles maximum on subject sites with service/gas stations or auto sales as the primary use. e. When a photometric plan is required, outdoor lighting brightness shall not exceed the following levels at or beyond the subject site’s property lines. i. 0.1 foot-candles maximum at property lines on sites zoned or developed with residential uses or sites abutting a residential zoning district or a site developed residentially.
ii. 0.3 foot-candles maximum at 20 feet from property lines on sites zoned or developed with commercial or industrial uses or sites abutting commercial or industrial zoning districts, except as otherwise specified. iii. Within the Avenue of Flags Specific Plan area, 1.0 foot-candles maximum at property lines, except for sites abutting residential zoning districts or a site developed residentially for which the maximum foot-candles at those property lines shall be 0.1.

7. Outdoor lighting shall be in compliance with all applicable provisions of the latest adopted editions of the California Electrical Code and Energy Code.

F. Outdoor Recreational Lighting. Regardless of the provisions of this section, only the following requirements shall apply to Recreational Lighting, as defined.

1. Application Requirements. Applications for Recreational Lighting require a Minor Use Permit through the Planning Director.

3. Color Temperature. Light bulbs shall have a correlated color temperature (CCT) of 5700 Kelvin (K) or less.

4. Photometric Plan Required. There shall be a maximum of fifty (50) foot-candles allowed, contained within an outdoor recreational area when measured from five (5) feet above grade.
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G. Planning Director Exceptions.

2. Accent Lighting. Accent lighting for architectural features, national flags, statues, public art, public signage or other objects of interest is subject to Planning Director review and approval. In granting a request for approval of accent lighting, the Planning Director shall make all of the following findings:
a. The lighting fixture emits a very narrow cone of light for the purpose of confining the light to the object of interest itself; and b. The lighting fixture minimizes light pollution, light trespass, and glare to the maximum extent feasible.

H. Application Requirements.

2. Applications for outdoor lighting shall be processed via a Zoning Clearance per Section 19.08.030 of this Title. If the outdoor lighting is part of a discretionary land use permit for a development, the outdoor lighting shall be processed concurrently and as part of the discretionary land use permit.

I. Definitions.
“Correlated Color Temperature (CCT)” means a measure (in Kelvins, K) of the warmth or coolness of the appearance of a light source. Light sources with a CCT of less than 3200 K are considered “warm” in appearance. Light sources with a CCT greater than 4000 K are considered “cool” in appearance.
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“Foot-Candle (fc)” is a unit of measurement for light intensity in a given area, defined as the amount of light that falls on a one-square-foot surface from a consistent light source. One foot-candle is equal to one lumen per square foot. “Fully Shielded”, means a light fixture designed or shielded in such a manner that no light is emitted, either directly or indirectly, at or above a horizontal plane running through the lowest light-emitting part of the light fixture. See Figure C.

Figure C – Horizontal Plane of Light
“Glare” means the sensation produced by a bright source within the visual field that is sufficiently brighter than the level to which the eyes are adapted to cause annoyance, discomfort, or loss in visual performance and visibility; blinding light. The magnitude of glare depends on such factors as the size, position, brightness of the source dangerous to the public health and safety, as they may contribute to vehicular or other, and the brightness level to which the eye is adapted.
“Light Trespass” means any artificial light falling across property boundaries and producing objectionable illumination of an adjacent property. See Figure D. 67 of 140
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Figure D – Light Trespass
“Partially Shielded” means a light fixture constructed and mounted such that most light is projected below the horizontal plane of light that is emitted by the fixture, either directly from the lamp or a diffusing element (i.e. frosted glass), or indirectly by reflection or refraction from any part of the fixture.
“Recreational Lighting” means lighting used for outdoor sports fields, outdoor ball courts, and similar, but does not include lighting for bicycle paths, hiking or equestrian trails.
“Searchlight” means a lighting assembly designed to direct the output of a contained lamp in a specific tightly focused direction (a beam) with a reflector located external to the lamp, and with a swiveled or gimbaled mount to allow the assembly to be easily redirected. Such lights are used commonly to sweep the sky for advertisement purposes.
"Seasonal Lighting" means temporary lighting displays installed and operated on a property, typically in connection with holidays or traditions. “Shielded Directional Fixture” means a lighting fixture with a built-in feature that reduces or stops the direction of light traveling in one or more directions. “Skyglow” means the brightening of the nighttime sky resulting from scattering and reflection of artificial light by moisture and dust particles in the atmosphere.

Skyglow is caused by light directed or reflected upwards or sideways and reduces one’s ability to see the night sky.
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“String Lighting” means small lights attached to a wire, string or cable used for ambience or decoration.
“Strobe Light” means a specialized lamp that produces a continuous series of short, bright light flashes.

B. The Planning Commission hereby recommends that the City Council adopt an ordinance to amend Section 19.18.024 of Chapter 19.18 of Title 19 of the Buellton Municipal Code as follows (note: double underlining denotes language additions and stricken language is to be removed):

19.18.024. Performance standards.

Outdoor lighting shall not exceed the following levels:

1. One-half foot-candles at the property line if the subject property abuts a residential zoning district.

2. Two foot-candles at the property line if the subject property abuts a nonresidential zoning district.

CB. Glare and Heat. Glare and heat from arc welding, acetylene torch cutting, or similar processes shall be contained within a completely enclosed and vented building.

FE. Hours of Operation. Unless otherwise approved through a Development Plan, the hours of operation for any commercial or industrial component of a mixed-use project with a residential component, except live-work/work-live units, shall not begin before 7:00 a.m. or continue after 9:00 p.m. These hours of operation shall include other activities directly related to the operation of the commercial or industrial component, including, but not limited to, deliveries and cleaning activities. Projects within specific plan areas are exempt from the time limitations 69 of 140
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of this section, and hours of operation for these projects should be considered on a case-by-case basis.

IH. Noise. All mixed-use projects shall comply with the adopted noise regulations of the city of Buellton.

KJ. Three-Bedroom Units. A maximum of five percent of the dwelling units may be three-bedroom units. Percentages shall be rounded to the nearest whole number. Four-bedroom and more units are prohibited.

SECTION 3. Based on the findings set forth in Section 1, the Planning Commission hereby recommends to the City Council amendments to Sections 19.04.130 and 19.18.024 of the Buellton Municipal Code as set forth in Section 2, with the following modifications:

1. Modification to Section 19.04.130(E)(2) allowing uplighting in outdoor light fixtures on residential units when underneath a covered porch or similar covered structure, so long as the light does not shine above the horizontal plane as shown in Figure C of that section.

2. Modification to Section 19.04.130(E)(6)(e) clarifying photometric requirements applying to mixed-use projects which include residential.

3. Modification to Section 19.04.130(E)(4)(d) clarifying that the maximum heights in this subsection do not apply to upper stories.

4. Modification to 19.04.130(E)(7) adding that if any provisions of Section

19.04.130 conflict with the California Electrical Code or Energy Code, the Electrical Code and Energy Code prevail.

SECTION 4. The Planning Commission Secretary shall certify as to the adoption of this Resolution and shall cause the same to be transmitted to the City Clerk for consideration by the City Council.
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PC Resolution No. 26-01 Page 15 February 5, 2026
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 5
th day of February 2026.
_________________________________
Shannon Reese, Chair
ATTEST:
________________________________________
Devon DeFazio, Planning Commission Secretary

STATE OF CALIFORNIA )

COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA ) SS

CITY OF BUELLTON )
I, Devon DeFazio, Planning Commission Secretary of the City of Buellton, do hereby certify that the above and foregoing Resolution No. 26-01 was duly passed and adopted by the Planning Commission of said City at a regular meeting thereof, held on the 5 th day of February 2026, by the following vote, to wit:

AYES: ( 5)
NOES: ( )
ABSENT: ( )
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 5
th day of
February 2026.
___________________________________
Devon DeFazio
Planning Commission Secretary
Reese, Contreras, Sarquilla, Campbell, Kump
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18 Architectural Character
Chapter 2 - Architectural Character
and massing is essential to the Mission Revival Architectural style. - Columns can vary slightly in
size, frequency, material, andproportion, but the supportitself should appear solid andprovide a sense of stability. - Simple pipe or square tubing,
although functional, is notconsistent with the MissionRevival Architectural style.These types of supportcolumns should be avoided. - The base of columns should
have a distinct materialapplication or relief treatment.This application shouldextend a minimum of 12”above the base. - The top of the column should
also be treated as a terminusor transition to the horizontalsupport. When selecting materials and
determining the level of detailto apply on the underside of thearcade/covered walkway, prioritymust be given to visibility. Thisarea will be very visible from apedestrian point of view, and un
fi nished looking treatments
must be avoided. - The appropriate treatment of
this surface should enhancethe effectiveness of signs.
- Proper attachments for signs
should be utilized at everyapplication. Screw in “J” or“eye” hooks are not allowed. - Locate and select lighting that
does not create glareor an unsafe situation forpedestrians. Low level,upward lighting, or soffi tlighting, is more appropriatethan “spot” OLJKWLQJ or“downlighting”. Lighting that isdirectly focused on signs maybe appropriate if carefullyapplied and controlled. The use of trellises along blank
walls is encouraged. Trellisesshould add interesting shadeand shadow detail and create anopportunity for climbing vines onbare walls.- Heavy timber with dark colored stains should be usedfor trellis structures.

The use of trellises along
blank walls is encouraged
The base and top of a column should be have
distinct architectural treatments
Exhibit A to Resolution 26-02
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Chapter 3 - Single-Family Residential
Outdoor LightingOutdoor light
fixtures, including street
lights and lamps (light bulbs) that provide nighttime safety and security while conserving energy, protecting the night sky, and minimizing glare and light trespass within and beyond the project site should be chosen. Cutoff lighting fi xtures should be mounted parallel to the ground and located, aimed, and shielded to direct light only onto buildings or walkways and not toward adjacent roads or residences. Light
fixtures should be
architecturally compatible withbuilding design.
If project elements, such as
signs, walls, and trees are lit,downlighting is encouraged.Lighting sources should behidden unless the sources are anintegral part of the design. Low-voltage/high effi ciency
lighting should be used in thelandscape whenever possible. Timers or sensors should be
used to avoid unnecessarylighting.
Pedestrian light poles along
sidewalks or pathways within aproject should be 10’ to 15’
high.
Electrical elements such as
wires, conduits, junction boxes,transformers, ballasts, andswitch and panel boxes shall beconcealed from view.

Pedestrian light poles should be between 10’
and
15’ high
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November 10, 2005 57
Chapter 4 - Multi-Family Residential
Areas for centralized trash
container storage and recyclingbins should be incorporatedinto the building design and/or screened with walls andlandscaping. Trash and recycling storage
areas should be located at therear or interior side yards. Refuse collection enclosures
should be constructed ofdurable, low maintenance, andnoncombustible materials. Centralized trash enclosures
should be designed with apedestrian opening to allowresidents to access bins withoutopening the gates.

Outdoor LightingOutdoor light fixtures, including street lights and lamps (light bulbs) that provide nighttime safety and security while conserving energy, protecting the night sky, and minimizing glare and light trespass within and beyond the project site should be chosen. Cutoff lighting fi xtures should be mounted parallel to the ground and located, aimed, and shielded to direct light only onto buildings or walkways and not toward adjacent roads or residences. All building entrances and
pedestrian ways should beadequately lit to provide safetyand security. Light fi xtures selected should be
architecturally compatible withthe building design.
Exposed bulbs are strongly
discouraged and will only beallowed with the permission ofthe Planning Commission. No lights should be used on the
top of any structure.
If project elements, such as
signs, walls, and trees are lit,downlighting is encouraged.Lighting sources should behidden unless the sources are anintegral part of the design.

Exterior lighting should be unobtrusive minimize light trespass onto neighboring properties Light fixtures selected should be architecturally compatible with the project Outdoor storage areas should be screened from view
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Chapter 4 - Multi-Family Residential
Pedestrian light poles along
sidewalks or pathways within aproject should be 10’ to 15’high. Decorative illuminatedbollards are encouraged forwalkways in parking lots and forpedestrian areas betweenbuildings. Electrical elements such as
wires, conduits, junction boxes,transformers, ballasts, andswitch and panel boxes shall beconcealed from view.

Pedestrian ways lights should be adequately litbetween 10' to 12' high Decorative bollards are encouraged
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Chapter 5 - Commercial and Mixed-Use
Trash enclosures should be
surrounded by building orlandscaping on three sides.Doors should not face the street. Trash/recycling containers should
be large enough and numerousenough to handle the refusegenerated by the site. Using chain link fencing and
gates with wooden slats toscreen trash/recycling containersis prohibited. Trash enclosures should have
pedestrian gates so that largeaccess gates do not need to beopened as often.

Outdoor LightingOutdoor light
fixtures, including street
lights and lamps (light bulbs) that provide nighttime safety and security while conserving energy, protecting the night sky, and minimizing glare and light trespass within and beyond the project site should be chosen. Cutoff lighting fi xtures should be mounted parallel to the ground and located, aimed, and shielded to direct light only onto buildings or walkways and not toward adjacent roads or residences.  Light
fixtures should be designed
to complement the architecturalstyles of the buildings.  Gooseneck lamps with a diffuser
or re
fl ector fully shielded light
source should be usedin Agrarian and Ranch Style
architectural developments.
 Low-voltage lighting conserves
energy and must be used in thelandscape whenever possible.  For greatest effi ciency, light
sensors and timers should beused whenever possible to avoidunnecessary light usage.  Light poles in parking lots should
be to scale with the building orcomplex and surrounding area,with a maximum height of about25’.  Pedestrian light poles along
sidewalks or pathways should be10’ to 15’ high. Decorative illuminated bollards areencouraged for walkways inparking lots and for pedestrianareas between buildings.

Trash enclosures should have pedestrian gates
Gooseneck lamps should be used in Agrarian and
Ranch Style architectural developments
Light poles in parking lots should
be to scale with the building
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November 10, 2005 83
Chapter 5 - Commercial and Mixed-Use
Security lighting
fi xtures should
not project above the facia orroo
fl ine of the building and are to
be shielded. The shield shouldbe painted to match the surfaceto which it is attached. Securitylighting fi xtures should not be
substituted for parking lot orwalkway lighting
fi xtures.
Lighting should be used to
provide illumination for thesecurity and safety of on-siteareas such as parking, loading,shipping, receiving, pathway andworking areas. If project elements, such as
signs, walls, and trees are lit,downlighting is encouraged.Lighting sources should behidden unless the sources are anintegral part of the design. Landscape lighting can be used
to accent walkways, entries, andseating areas.
Electrical elements such as
wires, conduits, junction boxes,transformers, ballasts, andswitch and panel boxes shall beconcealed from view.

Pedestrian light poles should be 10’ to
15’ high
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Chapter 6 - Industrial
compatible with the main structure or theme of the building.  Light
fixtures should be true to
the industrial genre in style andmaterials, with simple modernforms, and should be made fromun finished metal or color coated
metal.
 Low-voltage lighting conserves
energy and must be used in thelandscape whenever possible.  For greatest efficiency, light
sensors and timers should beused whenever possible to avoidunnecessary light usage.  Pedestrian light poles along
sidewalks or pathways should be10’ to
15’ high. Decorativeilluminated bollards areencouraged for walkways inparking lots and for pedestrianareas between buildings.  Light poles in parking lots should
be to scale with the building orcomplex and surrounding areaand should have a maximumheight of about 25’. Security lighting
fi xtures should
not project above the facia orroo
fl ine of the building and are to
be shielded. The shield shouldbe painted to match the surfaceto which it is attached. Lighting should be used to
provide illumination for thesecurity and safety of on-siteareas such as parking, loading,shipping, receiving, pathway, andworking areas. If project elements, such as
signs, walls, and trees are lit,downlighting is encouraged.Lighting sources should behidden unless the sources are anintegral part of the design. Landscape lighting can be used
to accent walkways and entries,seating areas, and/or specimenplants/trees. Electrical elements such as
wires, conduits, junction boxes,transformers, ballasts, andswitch and panel boxes shall beconcealed from view.

Pedestrian light poles should be 10’ to 15’
Parking lot lights should be to scale with the building Light fi xtures should be true to the industrial genre
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CITY OF BUELLTON
City Council Agenda Staff Report
City Manager Review: SW
Council Agenda Item No.: 6

To: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Scott Wolfe, City Manager
Meeting Date: February 26, 2026
Subject: Establishment of City Council Priorities for 2026 ______________________________________________________________________________

BACKGROUND
At the January 10 City Council special workshop meeting, the City Council reviewed a list of previously identified requests for staff action with the purpose of establishing a prioritization of items so that staff can appropriately dedicate resources to complete. The list in Attachment 1 identifies the outstanding Council requests, including previously identified items which are actively in process (shown in green) and items which represent the top priorities of the City Council as determined by the Council at the workshop (shown as 2026 Items 1-12 in blue). Items in gray represent other requests that the City Council ranked lower. These remain and will be completed if opportunities present themselves, without the need to adjust the 2026 Priority list.

This item is presented to allow the City Council to ratify and approve the list of priorities as determined on January 10. If desired, the City Council may make additional changes to this list. However, staff advises that the number of items on the 2026 priority list not be increased, as doing so will result in an unmanageable number of priority items, reducing the likelihood of completion.

This item has been continued from the February 12 regular meeting to allow for additional clarification from staff for Councilmembers, if needed.

FISCAL IMPACT
The establishment of City Council priorities is not anticipated to result in direct fiscal impacts to the City. Individual priorities may require expenditure of funds which will be addressed at a future date following staff analysis and a report back to the City Council.

RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommend that the City Council approve Items 1-12 on Attachment 1 as the official 2026 City Council Priorities.
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ATTACHMENTS
Attachment 1 – City Council Priority List – 2026
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City of Buellton 2026 2025 City Council Priority Items Status Year Set Department * 2 Tree City USA Designation Application currently under review 2024 City Manager * 9 Microchip Checking Stations Funding approved; awaiting invoice Nov. 2025 City Manager * 11 Personnel Rules & Policies Update Set for CC hearing on 2/26/26 City Clerk * 12 Community Meeting Room Rental (Library) To Return to City Council Dec. 2025 Public Works * 13 Hwy 246 Safety / Restriping 2023 Public Works
* 18 Pickleball Courts RVP RFP being Prepared 2023 Public Works * 21 SY River Trail 2020 Public Works
* 26 Opening Office at lunch time COMPLETE 2025 Finance * 27 Tree Program : Creation of 501 (c)(3) Donation Policy/Fund COMPLETE Finance * 29 Budget Impact for Library Hours Expansion To CC in Q1-2026 2023 Finance * 30 Children's Museum Quarterly Reporting System Expense reviews 2025 Finance 1 20 Splash Pads 2023 Public Works
2 6 Update Website 2025 City Manager
3 8 Legal Opinion - Resident Priority in Affordable Housing 2025 City Manager/City Attorney 4 4 United Way Childcare 2025 City Manager
5 14 Inclusive Playground – RVP new (Oak Park replacement) 2 locations: Oak Park & RVP Public Works 6 28 Explore Creating a Housing Trust Legal Entity: Affordable Housing Finance 7 35 Native Plant Ordinance Currently being researched 2025 Planning 8 19 Speed Issues Throughout City ** Combined with Items 16&17 2024 Public Works 9 3 Protection of Mobile Home Parks from Conversion 2024 City Manager/City Attorney 10 39 Rec Van 2025 Recreation
11 5 Adding Bike Racks generally 2025 City Manager
12 24 Revise LS Budget for irrigation and mulch along 246 2024 Public Works 1 Monthly Food Truck Event 2023 City Manager
7 Upgrade Communication Boards 2025 City Manager
10 EV Chargers Replaced City Manager
15 McMurray Rd pavement (full depth replacement, and interim) On Hold: may need to adjust Public Works 16 Neighborhood speeding issues – above RVP. Speed Humps 2025 Public Works 17 Neighborhood speeding issues – RDM. Speed Humps 2025 Public Works 22 Tree Replacements: Riverview Drive 2025 Public Works 23 Shade Structures at River View Park 2024 Public Works 25 Dog Waste Bags on Dawn Dr. 2025 Public Works
31 Arts and Culture Program Funding Requests Process 2025 Finance 32 Housing Assistance Program For City of Buellton Employees 2023 Finance 33 Fence Near Bike Track at River View Park Planning
34 Hundred Hills Site - Adhoc Committee and Survey Prep Planning 36 Political Campaign Signage ( Ordinance ) Nov. 2025 Planning 37 Tree & Landscape Policy Condensing Info Sheet Nov. 2025 Planning 38 Pump Track at River View Park On hold: other construction in area Recreation Jan. 2026 Items Already in Progress
Items Established as Priority by Council in Jan. 2026
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CITY OF BUELLTON
City Council Agenda Staff Report
City Manager Review: SW
Council Agenda Item No.: 7
To: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Shannel Zamora, Finance Director
Meeting Date: February 26, 2026
Subject: Resolution No. 26-02 – “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Buellton, California, Fixing the Employer’s Contribution Under the Public Employees’ Medical and Hospital Care Act at an Equal Amount for Employees and Annuitants, and Revoking Resolution No. 25-17”
______________________________________________________________________________

BACKGROUND
Subsection A of Section 14.1 Health Benefits of Rule XIV, Employee Benefits, of the City’s Personnel Rules, provides in part that “Accident, health, hospital, dental, and vision insurance to cover non-occupational injuries and sickness for probationary and Regular Full-Time Employees shall be provided by the City. The scope of coverage and the payment of premiums are subject to periodic review and revision by the City Council and shall be set by resolution of the City Council.”
Government Code Section 22892(a) provides that a local contracting agency, under the Public Employees’ Medical and Hospital Care Act, shall fix from time to time by resolution of the governing body of the agency the amount of the employer’s contribution.

Government Code section 22892(b) provides that the employer contribution shall be an equal amount for both employees and annuitants, but may not be less than the amount prescribed by Section 22892(b) of the Act; and
The last time the City Council fixed the employer’s contribution was in 2025 through Resolution No. 25-17. The resolution fixed the employers’ contribution for employees and annuitants at a maximum of $1,800.00, beginning January 1, 2026. The new 2026 premiums have risen an additional 11% for HMO and 13.31% for PPO, effective January 1, 2026. Given the further increase in healthcare premiums over the past year, staff recommends that the City Council consider an adjustment to the employer’s contribution to help offset the financial impact on employees and annuitants. 86 of 140
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On January 10, 2026, during a special City Council workshop meeting, the City Council requested staff to bring back an item discussing an increase in the employer-paid health contribution for all regular full-time employees and annuitants to 80% of the lesser plan premium (HMO Plan) for a family (currently at $2,190 per month). The City Council indicated that they were comfortable including the proposed increase for budgeting purposes and requested that staff return with the item for further discussion and possible formal approval of the increase via resolution.

Due to the rising cost of annual health insurance premiums, Resolution No. 26-02 further requests that staff annually review the newly released health benefit premiums (midcalendar year) for the upcoming calendar year and present the City Council with a revised annual resolution approving an increase in monthly employer-paid health contribution to 80% of the lowest offered family health plan, if such an increase is warranted.

The City’s health benefits plan is administered by the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS), which provides annual updates on the health plans available in our region. For 2026, the eligible plans include Blue Shield Access+ HMO and PERS Platinum PPO. Attachment 1 outlines the monthly premiums for these plans for single, two-party, and family for 2026. Based on the rising costs of health care, it is prudent for the Council to consider an employer-paid health contribution that better reflects actual costs for family coverage, helping employees avoid high out-of-pocket medical expenses.

Increasing this cap would not only assist existing employees of the City in dealing with the increasing costs of health insurance but would also aid in the attraction of new staff to the City, given the significant portion of income that may be required to be paid for health insurance. Staff is therefore suggesting that the City Council consider capping the employer’s contribution for medical insurance at $2,190 per month. The employee would then be responsible for the additional payment of the premium in excess of the $2,190 per month employer-paid health contribution.

There are a number of employees that have taken in-lieu payments of the City’s medical contribution, either to purchase private insurance elsewhere, or because they are covered under another family member’s policy. In order to minimize the fiscal impact on the City, yet still allow staff members who are experiencing significant increases under Covered California to stay insured, staff would recommend that the City Council cap the in-lieu payment for employees who elect not to purchase insurance through the City’s plans at $2,000 per month. It is recommended that this amount be retained in future years until the City Council finds it appropriate to increase it.

In addition, the medical increase will also apply to retired employees. There are currently twenty retiree subscribers and one receives the maximum amount of $1,800. The increase in coverage for this retiree would be $390 per month.
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FISCAL IMPACT
The fiscal impact to the City for the increase in the employer’s medical contribution to be capped at $2,190.00 per month will be an additional $390 per month effective as of July 1, 2026. The increased monthly cost for coverage for the period of July 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026, will be $44,460 for full-time employees and $2,340 for annuitants. Funds will be appropriated for FY 2026-27 in the various funds and department budgets for said medical coverage and will reflect an increase of $88,920 for full-time employees and $4,680 for annuitants covering the periods of July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027.

RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council consider adoption of Resolution No. 26-02 - “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Buellton, California, Fixing the Employer’s Contribution Under the Public Employees’ Medical and Hospital Care Act at and Equal Amount for Employees and Annuitants, and Revoking Resolution No. 25-11”

ATTACHMENTS
Resolution No. 26-02
Attachment 1 – CalPERS 2026 Regional Health Premiums (Active and Annuitants) 88 of 140
RESOLUTION NO. 26-02

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
BUELLTON, CALIFORNIA, FIXING THE EMPLOYER’S
CONTRIBUTION UNDER THE PUBLIC EMPLOYEES’ MEDICAL

AND HOSPITAL CARE ACT AT AN EQUAL AMOUNT FOR

EMPLOYEES AND ANNUITANTS, AND REVOKING
RESOLUTION NO. 25-17
I. THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BUELLTON DOES HEREBY FIND AND DETERMINE AS FOLLOWS:

A. City of Buellton is a contracting agency under Government Code Section 22920 and subject to the Public Employees’ Medical and Hospital Care Act (the “Act”); and
B. Government Code Section 22892(a) provides that a local contracting agency subject to the Act shall fix the amount of the employer’s contribution by resolution; and
C. Government Code section 22892(b) provides that the employer contribution shall be an equal amount for both employees and annuitants, but may not be less than the amount prescribed by Section 22892(b) of the Act; and
D. That on August 25, 2005, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 05-19 fixing the employer’s contribution under the Public Employees’ Medical and Hospital Care Act at Seven Hundred Fifteen Dollars and Thirty-Four Cents ($715.34); and E. That on August 14, 2006, the City Council revoked Resolution No. 05-19 and adopted Resolution No. 06-28 to fix the employer’s contribution under the Public Employees’ Medical and Hospital Care Act at a maximum of Eight Hundred Dollars ($800.00) per month to be effective as of January 1, 2007; and F. That on April 14, 2022, the City Council revoked Resolution No. 06-28 and adopted Resolution No. 22-10 to fix the employer’s contribution under the Public Employees’ Medical and Hospital Care Act at a maximum of One Thousand Two Hundred ($1,200.00) per month to be effective as of January 1, 2023; and G. That on June 12, 2025, the City Council revoked Resolution No. 22-10 and adopted Resolution No. 25-17 to fix the employer’s contribution under the Public Employees’ Medical and Hospital Care Act at a maximum of One Thousand Eight Hundred ($1,800.00) per month to be effective as of January 1, 2026; and 89 of 140
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H. Due to changing circumstances, it is appropriate to revoke Resolution No. 25-17 and adopt Resolution No. 26-02 to fix the employer’s contribution under the Public Employees’ Medical and Hospital Care Act at a maximum of Two Thousand One Hundred Ninety Dollars ($2,190.00) per month to be effective as of July 1, 2026.

II. NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BUELLTON DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:

A. That Resolution No. 25-17 is hereby revoked in its entirety.

B. That the employer contribution for each employee or annuitant shall be the amount necessary to pay the full cost of his/her enrollment, including the enrollment of family members, in a health plan up to a maximum of the Family Premium (Basic/Medicare/Combination) not to exceed Two Thousand One Hundred Ninety Dollars ($2,190.00) per month, plus administrative fees and Contingency Reserve Fund assessments.

C. Resolution No. 26-02 further requests that staff annually review the health benefit premiums (mid-calendar year) for the upcoming calendar year and present the City Council with a revised annual resolution approving an increase in monthly employer-paid health contribution to 80% of the lowest offered family health plan, if such an increase is warranted.

D. Employees electing to take an in-lieu payment of medical contributions rather than purchasing medical insurance through the City’s plans are limited to a payment of 85% of the monthly health plan contribution described in Section II. B., above, or $2,000, whichever is less.

E. City of Buellton has fully complied with and all applicable provisions of Government Code Section 7507 in electing the benefits set forth above.

F. That the participation of the employees and annuitants of City of Buellton shall be subject to determination of its status as an “agency or instrumentality of the state or political subdivision of a State” that is eligible to participate in a governmental plan within the meaning of Section 414(d) of the Internal Revenue Code, upon publication of final Regulations pursuant to such Section. If it is determined that City of Buellton would not qualify as an agency or instrumentally of the state or political subdivision of a State under such final Regulations, CalPERS may be obligated and reserves the right to terminate the health coverage of all participants of the employer.
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G. That the executive body appoint and direct, and it does hereby appoint and direct, the City Clerk or designee to file with the Board a verified copy this resolution, and to perform on behalf of the City of Buellton all functions required of it under the Act.

H. That coverage under the Act be effective on July 1, 2026.

PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED this 26th day of February 2026. ______________________________
David Silva
Mayor
ATTEST:
________________________________
Linda Reid
City Clerk
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Attachment 1, Page 5 of 8
July Board of Administration Offsite2026 Regional Premiums Per Subscriber Per Month (PSPM) Public Agency and School Members
Region 2
2025 2026
Single 2-Party Family Single 2-Party Family
HMOAnthem Blue Cross Select HMO $919.00 $1,838.00 $2,389.40 $1,016.32 $2,032.64 $2,642.43 10.59%Anthem Blue Cross Traditional HMO $1,110.97 $2,221.94 $2,888.52 $1,158.26 $2,316.52 $3,011.48 4.26%Blue Shield Access+ HMO $948.53 $1,897.06 $2,466.18 $1,052.89 $2,105.78 $2,737.51 11.00%Blue Shield Access+ EPO $948.53 $1,897.06 $2,466.18 $1,052.89 $2,105.78 $2,737.51 11.00%Blue Shield Trio HMO $909.10 $1,818.20 $2,363.66 $936.58 $1,873.16 $2,435.11 3.02%Health Net Salud y Más $823.49 $1,646.98 $2,141.07 $879.57 $1,759.14 $2,286.88 6.81%Kaiser Permanente $944.34 $1,888.68 $2,455.28 $987.69 $1,975.38 $2,567.99 4.59%Kaiser Permanente Out of State $1,422.26 $2,844.52 $3,697.88 $1,398.96 $2,797.92 $3,637.30 (1.64%)Sharp Performance Plus $868.45 $1,736.90 $2,257.97 $916.20 $1,832.40 $2,382.12 5.50%UnitedHealthcare SignatureValue Alliance $890.66 $1,781.32 $2,315.72 $950.99 $1,901.98 $2,472.57 6.77%UnitedHealthcare SignatureValue Harmony $819.64 $1,639.28 $2,131.06 $857.14 $1,714.28 $2,228.56 4.58%PPOPERS Gold $864.75 $1,729.50 $2,248.35 $956.28 $1,912.56 $2,486.33 10.58%PERS Platinum $1,258.76 $2,517.52 $3,272.78 $1,426.24 $2,852.48 $3,708.22 13.31%PERS Platinum Out of State $1,244.55 $2,489.10 $3,235.83 $1,410.29 $2,820.58 $3,666.75 13.32% 2025 2026
Single 2-Party Family Single 2-Party Family
Medicare Advantage PlansAnthem Medicare Preferred PPO $487.56 $975.12 $1,462.68 $571.70 $1,143.40 $1,715.10 17.26%Blue Shield Medicare PPO (Nationwide) $448.28 $896.56 $1,344.84 $539.43 $1,078.86 $1,618.29 20.33%Kaiser Permanente Senior Advantage $343.08 $686.16 $1,029.24 $356.83 $713.66 $1,070.49 4.01%Kaiser Permanente Senior Advantage Out of State $336.72 $673.44 $1,010.16 $350.16 $700.32 $1,050.48 3.99%Kaiser Permanente Senior Advantage Summit $408.31 $816.62 $1,224.93 $426.31 $852.62 $1,278.93 4.41%Kaiser Permanente Senior Advantage Summit Out of State $401.97 $803.94 $1,205.91 $419.67 $839.34 $1,259.01 4.40% Sharp Direct Advantage HMO $272.44 $544.88 $817.32 $291.38 $582.76 $874.14 6.95%UnitedHealthcare Group Medicare Advantage PPO (Nationwide) $442.25 $884.50 $1,326.75 $481.29 $962.58 $1,443.87 8.83%Medicare Supplement PlansPERS Gold Medicare Supplement $546.13 $1,092.26 $1,638.39 $597.57 $1,195.14 $1,792.71 9.42%PERS Platinum Medicare Supplement (Nationwide) $584.70 $1,169.40 $1,754.10 $665.50 $1,331.00 $1,996.50 13.82% Fresno, Imperial, Inyo, Kern, Kings, Madera, Orange, San Diego, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Tulare and Ventura Basic Plans (B) Percent Change
Medicare Plans (M) Percent Change
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Attachment 1, Page 6 of 8
July Board of Administration Offsite2026 Regional Premiums Per Subscriber Per Month (PSPM) Public Agency and School Members
Region 2
2026
Combination Plans
Subscriber in M &
1 Dependent in B
Subscriber in M &
2+ Dependents in B
Subscriber in M,
1 Dependent in B &
1 Dependent in M
Subscriber in B &
1 Dependent in M
Subscriber in B &
2+ Dependents in M
Subscriber in B,
1 Dependent in B &
1 Dependent in M
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CITY OF BUELLTON
City Council Agenda Staff Report
City Manager Review: SW
Council Agenda Item No.: 8

To: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Scott Wolfe, City Manager
Meeting Date: February 26, 2026
Subject: Report and Request for Direction from Friends of the Buellton Library
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BACKGROUND
The Friends of the Buellton Library (FOBL) is a local non-profit organization which exists for the purpose of supporting the operations of the Buellton Library. Holly Sierra, President of FOBL, has requested this item to provide a report to the City Council on its operation and activities, to answer questions and address concerns that the City Council may have, and to ask the City Council for some feedback and direction regarding potential artwork on the exterior of the Library building.

The photos in Attachment 1 are examples of artwork that she will use in her request for City Council direction regarding potential art pieces on the Library Building

FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact anticipated as a result of this item.

RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the City Council receive the FOBL report and provide direction to FOBL as deemed appropriate.

ATTACHMENTS
Attachment 1 – Photos of Artwork Examples
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CITY OF BUELLTON
City Council Agenda Staff Report
City Manager Review: SW
Council Agenda Item No.: 9

To: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Shannel Zamora, Finance Director
Meeting Date: February 26, 2026
Subject: SYV Holiday Lights Festival Sponsorship Request ______________________________________________________________________________

BACKGROUND
On December 11, 2025, a representative of the SYV Holiday Lights Festival requested that the City sponsor the Holiday Lights Festival in the amount of $10,000. The Holiday Lights Festival has since taken place, and the Santa Ynez Valley Botanic Garden is now seeking City funding to help offset and recoup a portion of the event expenses incurred for the 2025 SYV Holiday Lights Festival. Specifically, expenses requested related to enhanced lighting and security measures implemented to ensure guest safety. The total of the listed expenses on Attachment 1 is $10,647.21. The organization is requesting a $10,000 sponsorship to offset a portion of these safety-related costs.

FISCAL IMPACT
Approval of the request would allocate $10,000 to offset eligible event expenses associated with the SYV Holiday Lights Festival. Because no funds were previously budgeted for this sponsorship, approval would require a budget amendment to the General Fund.

RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council discuss and – if determined appropriate – approve sponsorship funding in the amount of $10,000 to offset event expenses for the SYV Holiday Lights Festival.

ATTACHMENTS
Attachment 1 – SYV Holiday Lights Festival Sponsorship Request Letter 100 of 140
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CITY OF BUELLTON
City Council Agenda Staff Report
City Manager Review : SW
Agenda Item No: 10

To: The Honorable Mayor and City Council

From: Andrea Keefer, Planning Director
Meeting Date: February 26, 2026
Subject: Consideration of a License Agreement for the Operation of a Farmer’s Market on Avenue of Flags Medians 2 & 3 (APNs 099- 293-001 & 099-284-001)
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BACKGROUND
At the December 4, 2025, Planning Commission meeting, a Conditional Use Permit (25- CUP-03) was approved for the establishment of a weekly Farmer’s Market on Medians 2 and 3 on the Avenue of Flags (Attachment 1 – Planning Commission Resolution No. 25- 09). The applicant, Brenda Browning, will serve as the operator of the Farmer’s Market.

Because the proposed use would be located on City-owned property, a license agreement between the City and the operator is required. A condition of approval to the Conditional Use Permit was included that requires the applicant to enter into a License Agreement with the City for the use of its property.

The Avenue of Flags Specific Plan envisions the public parking lot on Median 2 to be used for community events like farmers’ markets and car shows. Median 2 will house the primary components of the Farmers’ Market such as the vendor booths. The Specific Plan envisions Median 3 to have a park-like atmosphere and community amenities such as a town plaza and public restrooms. The Farmers’ Market would expand into the currently vacant grassy area for supporting functions such as family-friendly entertainment and food trucks parked along the sides of the median. The City Council at its recent November 13, 2025, meeting approved the reworking of Median 3 plans by Sargent Town Planning.

While Median 3 plans should accommodate the Farmers’ Market into the design, the license agreement also considers how the Farmers’ Market will need to accommodate potential future construction of improvements on Median 3. Specifically, the annual Special Events Permit will be used to identify potential conflicts which are anticipated each year and allow the City and the operator of the Farmer’s Market to work through issues in advance of such conflicts.

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Buellton Farmers’ Market License Agreement Page 2 February 26, 2026 Proposed Event

The Farmers’ Market would be held from March through October each Monday from 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM, with the option to extend to 7:00 PM during the summer months. The CUP does allow flexibility to expand to year-round and other days and times if desired.

Attendance is not known at this point, but the Operator anticipates no more than 250 attendees weekly. Vendor booths, trash cans, and a portable toilet would be located on Median 2, which will be closed to vehicles every Monday while in operation from approximately 12:00 noon – 8:00 PM to allow for set up and tear down. Median 3 is proposed to have supporting amenities such as food trucks and family-friendly entertainment (potentially a bounce house and live music). A Special Events Permit, to be renewed annually, will be required, will permit the food trucks and any entertainment uses at the market, as well as to identify foreseeable conflicts or closures that may be required throughout the year. The Draft Farmer’s Market Site Plan is included as Attachment 2.

This site plan will be reviewed annually and is subject to change as part of the renewal of the required annual Special Event Permit.

The Operator proposes to temporarily close the cross street between Medians 2 and 3 for the duration of the event. Additional barricades will be required to block off the portion of the cross street. The City will be providing the barricades, which will go up at 12:00 noon on the day of the event, and removed by 8:00 PM that same day. City power may also need to be used, which is addressed in the License Agreement and Special Events Permit.

Event signage will be installed the day prior to each event and removed by 8:00 PM the day of the event. There will be one sign advertising the event on the south side of Median 2, affixed to the existing fencing. A second sign will be installed on the south side of Median 1. These signs will be the responsibility of the Applicant to maintain, install, and remove.

There will be no permanent improvements to the medians as part of the Farmer’s Market events. The Draft License Agreement requires that the Operator is responsible for returning the event space to its original condition upon closing of each weekly event.

It has been a long-term goal of the City’s to establish a Farmer’s Market on the Avenue of Flags. However, due to staffing and logistical challenges, it has not been possible for the City to directly operate such an event. Therefore, as a way to encourage this important community event, the Draft License Agreement includes a base license fee of $1, which will be charged to the Operator annually to utilize the space for a Farmer’s Market.

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Buellton Farmers’ Market License Agreement Page 3 February 26, 2026 Five-Year Approval
The License Agreement would be valid for five years; Commencing on March 1, 2026, and ending on March 1, 2031. The Conditional Use Permit is valid for five years; beginning on December 4, 2025, and ending on December 4, 2030. Therefore, for all intents and purposes, the use of the medians as a Farmer’s Market would only be allowed through December 4, 2030, unless a new Conditional Use Permit is obtained to allow it to continue to operate.

A condition allowing an annual Staff review of the market has also been included. This will allow Staff to refer the project to the Planning Commission for review of any proposed modifications to the approval if necessary.

A copy of the Draft License Agreement for consideration is included as Attachment 3.

RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council consider entering into a License Agreement with Brenda Browning, the Farmer’s Market operator, to allow for a weekly Farmer’s Market on Avenue of Flags Medians 2 & 3.

ATTACHMENTS
Attachment 1 - Planning Commission Resolution No. 25-09 Attachment 2 - Draft Farmer’s Market Site Plan
Attachment 3 - Draft License Agreement
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REVOCABLE NON-EXCLUSIVE LICENSE TO USE REAL PROPERTY

LOCATION
Avenue of Flags, Buellton, CA
Medians 2 and 3
(APNs 099-293-001 and 099-284-001)
LICENSOR:

CITY OF BUELLTON, CALIFORNIA
LICENSEE:

BRENDA BROWNING

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REVOCABLE NON-EXCLUSIVE LICENSE TO USE REAL PROPERTY
Avenue of Flags, Buellton, CA
DATE OF LICENSE Effective Date is February 26, 2026
COMMENCEMENT DATE The License shall commence on March 1, 2026 LICENSOR City of Buellton
LICENSEE Brenda Browning
ADDRESS OF LICENSEE 400 South H Street, Lompoc CA 93436 PROPERTY Avenue of Flags, Medians 2 and 3(APNs 099-293-001 and 099-284-001) more particularly depicted in Exhibit A
TERM 5 years
BASE LICENSE FEE $1
PERMITTED USE Farmers’ Market (Buellton Municipal Code Section

19.06.040)
IMPROVEMENTS None

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REVOCABLE NON-EXCLUSIVE LICENSE TO USE REAL PROPERTY
AVENUE OF FLAGS, MEDIANS 2 AND 3 BUELLTON, CA
(APN: 099-293-001 and 099-284-001)
This REVOCABLE LICENSE TO USE REAL PROPERTY (“License”) dated effective on February 26, 2026, (“Effective Date”) is entered into by and between the CITY OF BUELLTON, a California municipal corporation (“Licensor”), and BRENDA BROWNING, an individual (“Licensee”). Licensor and Licensee may individually be referred to as a “Party” and may collectively be referred to as the “Parties.” Capitalized terms used herein and not otherwise defined shall have the meaning set forth in this License.

RECITALS
A. City has issued a Conditional Use Permit No. 25-CUP-03 to allow the establishment of a Farmer’s Market on Avenue of Flags Median 2 and 3 (APNs 099-293-001 and 099-284- 001) (“Property”).

B. Approval of Conditional Use Permit No. 25-CUP-03 pertains specifically to the operation of a weekly Farmer’s Market. The market will feature vendor booths located on the Avenue of Flags, Median 2, along with additional amenities such as food trucks, familyfriendly entertainment, and live music on Medians 2 and 3. These activities are subject to the issuance of a Special Event Permit.

C. As a condition of approval for 25-CUP-03, the City agrees to grant a license to the Licensee under the terms and conditions set forth herein.

AGREEMENT
ARTICLE 1. RECITALS. The forgoing Recitals are true and correct, and incorporated by reference herein.

ARTICLE 2. GRANT OF LICENSE; PROPERTY.

2.1. Licensed Premises. Licensor licenses to Licensee and Licensee licenses from Licensor, subject to the terms and conditions provided in this License, the Licensed Premises as described and depicted in Exhibit A (“Licensed Premises”).

ARTICLE 3. TERM.

3.1. Term. The term of this License shall be for a period of five (5) years (“Term”) commencing on March 1, 2026 (“Commencement Date”). This License shall end at midnight on March 1, 2031 (“Expiration Date”), unless otherwise terminated in accordance with the provisions of this License.

ARTICLE 4. CONSIDERATION.

4.1. Base License Fee. Licensee shall pay Licensor, as Base License Fee for the 119 of 140
Licensed Premises, $1, commencing on Commencement Date (“Base License Fee”). Licensee shall, commencing on the Commencement Date and continuing thereafter on the first day of each and every month during the Term of this License, pay to Licensor in advance, such minimum monthly Base License Fee, plus such additional sums as required in this License, without setoff, deduction or demand, except where expressly otherwise provided. If Licensee’s obligation to pay such Base License Fee does not commence on the first day of a calendar month, the Base License Fee payable by Licensee for the first fractional month shall be prorated on a thirty (30) day basis.

4.2. Additional Consideration.
a. Taxes, Maintenance, and other Licensee Obligations. Licensee shall pay as “Additional Consideration” upon demand from Licensor, the sums described herein, and such other sums due and payable pursuant to this License. Said sums shall be paid upon demand from Licensor and without setoff.

4.3. Interest and Late Charges. If Licensee shall fail to pay when due and payable any Base License Fee, Additional Consideration, or other amounts or charges which Licensee is obligated to pay under the terms of this License, (collectively, the “Consideration”) such unpaid amounts shall bear interest at the maximum rate allowed in the State of California. In addition to such interest, Licensee acknowledges that the late payment of any monthly installment of Base License Fee or Additional Consideration will cause Licensor to incur costs and expenses not contemplated under this License, including but not limited to administrative and collection costs and processing and accounting expenses the exact amount of which is extremely difficult to fix.

Therefore, if any such payment is not received by Licensor within ten (10) days from the date such payment is due, Licensee shall pay Licensor a late charge equal to ten percent (10%) of such payment. Licensor and Licensee agree that this late charge represents a reasonable estimate of such costs and expenses and is fair compensation to Licensor for the loss suffered by such nonpayment by Licensee. Acceptance of any late charge shall not constitute a waiver of Licensee's default with respect to such nonpayment by Licensee nor prevent Licensor from exercising any other rights or remedies available to Licensor under this License.

ARTICLE 5. TAXES AND OTHER IMPOSITIONS.

5.1. Payments of Impositions; Possessory Interest Tax. Licensee shall pay all Impositions prior to delinquency, including without limitation, all applicable possessory interest taxes; provided that if installment payments are permitted by law for any Imposition, Licensee may pay or cause to be paid such installments prior to the applicable delinquency date. Upon Licensor’s written request, Licensee shall deliver to Licensor evidence satisfactory to Licensor of payment of all Impositions. During the first and last years of the Term, all Impositions that become payable during such year shall be ratably adjusted between Licensor and Licensee on a per diem basis in accordance with the respective portions of the applicable calendar year or assessment period.

The term “Impositions” means all taxes, including without limitation, personal, property and possessory interest taxes, assessments, Utilities (as defined in Article 6), excises, levies, license and permit fees and other charges that shall or may be assessed, levied or imposed during the Term by any governmental authorities upon the Licensed Premises or any improvements 120 of 140
thereon, or any part thereof, including the buildings or improvements now or hereafter located on the Licensed Premises; provided, however, that the term “Impositions” shall not include any income tax, capital levy, estate, succession, inheritance, transfer or similar taxes imposed on Licensor, or any franchise tax imposed upon any owner of the fee interest in the Licensed Premises, or any income, profits or revenue tax, assessment or charge imposed upon the Consideration or other benefit received by Licensor under this License. Notwithstanding the foregoing, Licensee shall be responsible for payment of all transfer and similar taxes imposed in connection with the license of the Licensed Premises to Licensee pursuant to this License and the conveyance of the Improvements, if any, to Licensee.

5.2. Possessory Interest Tax. In connection with Licensee’s obligations under Section

5.1, Licensee recognizes and understands that this License may create a possessory interest pursuant to California Revenue and Taxation Code Section 107.6 and as such this License may result in the assessment of property taxes against the Licensed Premises by the County of Santa Barbara. Licensee shall be responsible for the payment of Possessory Interest Taxes assessed to the Licensed Premises during the Term directly to the County of Santa Barbara.

5.3. Personal Property Tax. In connection with Licensee’s obligations under Section

5.1, Licensee shall pay when due all taxes levied on Licensee's personal property, including but not limited to equipment, trade fixtures and furnishings located in or on the Licensed Premises, and Licensee shall use Licensee’s best efforts to cause such taxes to be assessed and billed separately from Licensor's taxes and cause such tax bill to be sent directly to Licensee.

5.4. Valuation Assessment; Property Tax Exemption. If applicable, Licensee, at its expense, may submit applications for reduction to the assessed valuation of the Licensed Premises or the improvements located thereon for any year for the purpose of reducing taxes thereon.

Licensee shall be permitted to apply for and utilize any applicable exemption from property taxes applicable to the Licensed Premises or the improvements located thereon.

5.5. Failure to Pay Impositions. If Licensee fails to pay any Impositions before the same become delinquent, or as otherwise required pursuant to this Article 5, Licensor, at its election, may pay such Impositions (but shall not be obligated to pay same), together with any interest and penalties due thereon, and the amount so paid by Licensor shall be repayable to Licensor by Licensee as Additional Consideration within thirty (30) days after written notice given by Licensor to Licensee.

ARTICLE 6. UTILITIES.

6.1. Licensee shall pay, at its sole cost and expense for all utilities related to Licensee’s use of the Licensed Premises, including, without limitation, heat, gas, electricity, garbage, water, internet, and other utilities provided to or for the Licensed Premises, including taxes thereon, (“Utilities”). Licensor shall not be liable in damages or otherwise for any failure or interruption of any Utility service being provided to the Licensed Premises.

6.2. Licensee shall also pay, at its sole cost and expense, all improvements necessary to provide Utility service to the Licensed Premises for the Permitted Use, provided that all construction of such improvements shall comply with Section 8.2. 121 of 140
ARTICLE 7. USE AND CONDITION OF PREMISES.

7.1. Use of Premises.
a. Licensee shall use or permit the Licensed Premises to be used only for the operation of a Farmers’ Market, subject to the conditions of a Conditional Use Permit issued for such use, and issuance of an annual Special Event Permit for the use, and shall not use or permit the use of the Licensed Premises for any other purpose without obtaining the prior written consent of Licensor. Licensee shall have obtained all required permits and licenses for its use of the Licensed Premises, including, without limitation, permits required by the City of Buellton, prior to the Commencement Date. Licensee acknowledges that no warranties or representations have been made regarding the fitness or suitability of the Licensed Premises for the conduct of Licensee's business or proposed use.
b. Licensee agrees that, in connection with its use of the Licensed Premises, it shall not use or permit the Licensed Premises to be used as follows:

1. For any use other than what is authorized by this License.

2. In any manner that may result in waste or the creation of a nuisance, and Licensee shall maintain the Licensed Premises free of any objectionable noises, odors or disturbances inconsistent with the operation of a Farmers’ Market.

3. For any purpose or in any manner which may constitute a violation of the laws of the United States or the laws, ordinances, zoning requirements, regulations or requirements of any governmental entity having authority in the jurisdiction where the Licensed Premises are located.

4. For any unlawful purpose or for any purpose which violates the terms and conditions of this License.

7.2. Rules and Regulations. Licensor shall have the authority, from time to time, to establish and amend rules and regulations for the Licensed Premises. A copy of any established or amended rules and regulations for the Licensed Premises will be provided to Licensee. Upon receipt of any rules and regulations from Licensor, Licensee and Licensee’s employees shall obey all rules and regulations governing the use of the Licensed Premises as such may from time to time be issued or amended by Licensor. Licensee shall pass the requirement to follow any rules and regulations onto any assignees, subtenants and licensees. However, Licensor shall not be liable for any violation by other tenant(s) of any such rules or regulations.

7.3. Condition of Licensed Premises. Licensee acknowledges that it has had an opportunity to inspect the Licensed Premises and, by taking possession of the Licensed Premises, the Licensee accepts the Licensed Premises in its “as-is” and “where-is” condition with no warranties expressed or implied by Licensor as of the Commencement Date.

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a. Environmental Laws shall mean all present and future applicable federal, state and local laws, ordinances or regulations or policies pertaining to Hazardous Materials (including, without limitation, the use, handling, transportation, production, disposal, discharge or storage thereof) or to industrial hygiene or the environmental conditions on, under or about the Licensed Premises and to the protection of the environment or human or animal health and safety. b. Hazardous Materials shall mean any hazardous or toxic substance, material or waste the storage, use, or disposition of which is or becomes regulated by any local governmental authority, the State of California or the United States Government. The term Hazardous Material includes, without limitation, any material or substance which is (i) defined as hazardous or extremely hazardous pursuant to Article II of Title 22 of the California Administrative Code, Division 4, Chapter 20, (ii) defined as a hazardous waste pursuant to Section 1004 of the Federal Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, 42 U.S.C. 6901 et seq. (42 U.S.C. 69093), (iii) defined as a hazardous substance pursuant to Section 101 of the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act, 42 U.S.C. 9601 et seq. (42 U.S.C. 9601) or (iv) is listed or defined as a hazardous waste, hazardous substance , or other similar designation by any regulatory scheme of the State of California or the U.S. Government that is similar to the foregoing.
c. Licensee shall not use, generate, manufacture, produce, store, relicense, discharge, or dispose of, on, under or about the Licensed Premises or transport to or from the Licensed Premises any Hazardous Material or allow its employees, agents, contractors, licenses, invitees or subtenants (collectively, Licensee's Agents) to do so. Licensee shall comply with and shall cause Licensee’s Agents to comply with, and shall keep and maintain the Licensed Premises and cause Licensee's Agents to keep and maintain the Licensed Premises in compliance with all Environmental Laws.
d. Licensee shall give written notice to Licensor promptly after Licensee receives notice of any of the following: (i) any proceeding or inquiry by, notice from, or order of any governmental authority (including, without limitation, the California State Department of Health Services) with respect to the presence of any Hazardous Material on, under or about the Licensed Premises or the migration thereof from or to other property; and (ii) all claims made or threatened by any third party against Licensee or the Licensed Premises relating to any loss or injury resulting from any Hazardous Materials. Licensee shall give written notice to Licensor promptly after Licensee becomes aware of any spill, relicense or discharge of Hazardous Materials with respect to the Licensed Premises by Licensee or Licensee’s agents. e. Licensee shall protect, defend, indemnify and hold harmless Licensor, its officers, elected and appointed officials, employees, agents, volunteers, successors, and assigns from and against any and all claims, fines, judgments, penalties, losses, damages, costs, expenses or liability (including reasonable attorneys' fees and costs) to the extent directly or indirectly arising out of or attributable to the use, generation, manufacture, production, storage, relicense, threatened relicense, discharge or disposal of any Hazardous Material on, under or about the Licensed Premises by Licensee or Licensee’s Agents or the transportation of any Hazardous Material to or from the Licensed Premises by Licensee or Licensee’s Agents, including, without limitation, the costs of any investigation, monitoring, removal, restoration, abatement, repair, cleanup, detoxification or other ameliorative work of any kind or nature (collectively, “Remedial 123 of 140
Work”). Licensee’s obligations under this Section 7.5(e) shall survive the expiration or earlier termination of this License.
f. Upon any spill or relicense of Hazardous Materials by Licensee or Licensee’s Agents, Licensee shall promptly notify Licensor of the spill or relicense of Hazardous Materials and shall, at its sole expense and promptly after demand by Licensor, commence to perform and thereafter diligently prosecute to completion such Remedial Work as is required under Environmental Laws.

7.5. Non-discrimination. Licensee shall abide by the Federal Civil Rights Act of 1964 and all amendments thereto, and all related administrative rules, statutes and regulations issued pursuant to or subsequent to the Act, as well as applicable state laws and municipal regulations.

ARTICLE 8. MAINTENANCE, REPAIR AND ALTERATIONS.

8.1. Maintenance.
a. Licensee’s Obligations.

1. Upon the Effective Date, subject to the provisions of Article 10, Licensee shall, at Licensee's sole cost and expense, maintain in good repair, order and serviceable condition the Licensed Premises and to the extent they exclusively serve the Licensed Premises every part thereof, including but not limited to all plumbing, ventilation, heating, electrical systems, refrigeration, and equipment exclusively serving the Licensed Premises, windows, doors, storefronts, plate glass, interior walls and ceilings which are part of the Licensed Premises. Except in case of an emergency, prior to Licensee's making any repair, Licensee shall give Licensor written notice that such work will be performed and Licensor shall have the right to approve or disapprove the plans for such repair and all repairs shall be performed in accordance with all applicable regulations, including without limitation applicable provisions of the City of Buellton Municipal Code.

2. Upon the expiration or earlier termination of this License, Licensee shall return the Licensed Premises to Licensor in the same condition as on the date Licensee took possession, except for normal wear and tear and damage by casualty. Subject to Article 10, which shall control, any damage to the Licensed Premises, including any structural damage, resulting from Licensee's use or from the removal of Licensee's fixtures, furnishing and equipment shall be repaired by Licensee at Licensee's expense.

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Licensor may have hereunder, upon giving Licensee twenty (20) days prior written notice, Licensor shall have the right to enter the Licensed Premises and perform such maintenance or make such repairs on behalf of and for the account of Licensee. In the event Licensor so elects, Licensee shall pay the cost of such repairs or maintenance promptly following Licensee's receipt of a bill therefore, with interest thereon at the maximum allowable legal rate from the date of Licensee's receipt of such bill until the date paid. The costs incurred by Licensor in making such repairs shall be treated as Additional Consideration. Licensee agrees to permit Licensor or its agent to enter the Licensed Premises at any time during normal business hours with five (5) days’ written notice, for the purpose of inspecting the Licensed Premises.

8.2. Additions, Alterations, Improvements; Approvals and Procedures. a. Pre-Approval Required. Licensee shall make no alterations, additions or improvements to the Licensed Premises without the prior written authorization of Licensor, and Licensor may impose as a condition to such consent such requirements as Licensor in its reasonable discretion may deem necessary or desirable, including, but not limited to, requirements as to the manner in which, and the time or times at which, such work shall be done, the right to approve the contractor selected by Licensee to perform the work, requirements that any such additions, alterations or improvements upon the expiration of the Term hereof and to restore the Licensed Premises to the same condition as on the date Licensee took possession. Licensee shall submit all requests for approval by the Licensor for any desired alterations, additions or improvements to the Licensed Premises to the Licensor at the address provided for Licensor in Section 15.20; however, the Licensee may construct the Improvements described herein. All alterations, additions or improvements shall be made by Licensee at Licensee's sole cost and expense, and shall be diligently prosecuted to completion and in conformance will all applicable laws. All such alterations, additions or improvements shall be removed within thirty (30) days prior to the end of the Term and, if such alterations, additions or improvements are not so removed, then such alterations, additions or improvements shall become the property of Licensor and Licensor shall have the right to dispose thereof from the Licensed Premises. In such event, Licensee shall pay for all such costs of removal and restoration thereof to the Licensor's satisfaction. Licensee shall make such payment within thirty (30) days of receiving of an invoice from Licensor relating to the costs thereof. For the purposes of this Agreement, "alterations, additions or improvements" shall include, without limitation, the Improvements as defined in Section 8.2
b. Standards; Compliance with Law. All work with respect to any addition, alteration or improvement made by Licensee shall be done in a good and workmanlike manner by properly qualified and licensed personnel, in compliance to all applicable local, state and federal laws, regulations and requirements (including, without limitation, the City of Buellton Municipal Code), and such work shall be diligently prosecuted to completion. c. Regulatory Approval. Prior to the commencement of any alterations, additions or improvements to the Licensed Premises, Licensee shall submit to City of Buellton ("City") for its approval in its regulatory capacity the proposed construction plans and specification for such alterations, additions, or improvements as well as plans for the demolition of any existing improvements located on the Licensed Premises (collectively, the "Proposed Plans"). The Proposed Plans approved by City pursuant to this Section 8.2(c) shall be referred to herein as the 125 of 140
"Approved Final Plans". A copy of the Approved Final Plans shall be maintained on file with Licensor. Licensee shall not make changes to the Approved Final Plans without the prior written approval of Licensor at its sole discretion.
d. Prompt Payment. Except as otherwise set forth herein, Licensee shall promptly pay the costs of any work done on the Licensed Premises and shall keep the Licensed Premises free and clear of liens of any kind. Licensee shall indemnify, defend against and keep Licensor free and harmless from all liability, loss, damage, costs, reasonable attorneys' fees and any other expense incurred on account of claims of lien by any person performing work or furnishing materials or supplies for Licensee or any person claiming under Licensee. If any mechanics' , laborers’, materialmen’s, suppliers’ or vendors’ lien or stop notice is filed against the Improvements or the Licensed Premises, then within twenty (20) days after the filing of such lien or service of such stop notice, Licensee shall (i) pay and fully discharge the lien or stop notice, (ii) effect the relicense of such lien or stop notice by delivering to Licensor a surety bond in sufficient form and amount, or (iii) provide Licensor with other assurance satisfactory to Licensor that the claim of lien or stop notice will be paid or discharged. If Licensee fails to discharge any lien or stop notice within twenty (20) days after such lien or stop notice is filed, or fails to furnish such security within such time, then, in addition to all other rights or remedies, Licensor may, but shall not be obligated to, discharge the same: (i) by paying the amount claimed to be due; (ii) by procuring the discharge of such lien by deposit in court; (iii) by giving security; or (iv) in such other manner as is, or may be prescribed by law. All expenses incurred by Licensor for any of the aforesaid purposes, including all reasonable attorneys' fees, shall be repaid by Licensee to Licensor on demand with interest thereon at the maximum rate permitted by law from the date of payment, and, if unpaid, may at Licensor's election, be treated as Additional Consideration.

Licensee shall have the right to contest in good faith and by appropriate legal proceedings the validity or amount of any mechanics’, laborers’, materialmen’s, suppliers’ or vendors’ lien or claimed lien; provided that Licensee shall utilize all reasonable means (including the posting of adequate security for payment) to protect the Licensee’s interest in the Licensed Premises acquired pursuant to this License through expiration or termination of this License (“Licensee’s Estate”), Licensor’s fee interest in the Licensed Premises and reversionary interest in the Improvements following the expiration or termination of this License and any other interest of Licensor in the Land or the Licensed Premises against foreclosure (“Licensor’s Estate”). In addition to any other indemnities provided in this License, Licensee shall indemnify, protect, defend (with legal counsel approved by Licensor), and hold harmless the Indemnitees from any and all alleged or actual Claims arising by reason of a mechanic’s lien or work, labor, services, or materials supplied or claimed to have been supplied to Licensee or anyone holding the Licensed Premises or the Improvements, or any part thereof, through or under Licensee.

Licensor shall have the right to post and keep posted on the Licensed Premises any notices which the Licensor may deem necessary for the protection of Licensor and Licensor’s Estate from mechanics’ liens or other claims.
e. No Liens. Licensee shall keep Licensee’s interest, and any additions or improvements which are or become the property of Licensor under this License, free and clear of all attachment or judgment liens. Before the actual commencement of any work for which a claim of lien may be filed, Licensee shall give Licensor written notice of the intended commencement 126 of 140
date a sufficient time before said date to enable Licensor to post notices of non-responsibility or any other notices which Licensor deems necessary for the proper protection of Licensor's interest in the Licensed Premises and Licensor shall have the right to enter the Licensed Premises and post such notices at any reasonable time.
f. Status of Improvements After Expiration. Unless their removal is required by Licensor, all additions, alterations and improvements made on the Licensed Premises shall become the property of Licensor and be surrendered with the Licensed Premises upon the expiration of the Term of this License; provided, however, Licensee's equipment, machinery and trade fixtures which can be removed without damage to the Licensed Premises shall remain the property of Licensee and may be removed.

ARTICLE 9. INSURANCE AND INDEMNIFICATION. Licensee shall procure and maintain for the duration of the Term insurance against claims for injuries to persons or damages to property which may arise from or in connection with the Licensee's operation and use of the Licensed Premises in accordance with the terms and conditions of this Article 9. The cost of such insurance shall be borne by Licensee.

9.1. Minimum Scope of Insurance. The insurance required to be maintained by Licensee is as follows:
a. Commercial General Liability coverage at least as broad as Insurance Services Office Form CG 00 01 covering CGL on an occurrence basis. including products and completed operations, property damage, bodily injury and personal & advertising injury. b. Workers’ Compensation insurance in an amount and form to meet all applicable requirements of the State of California and Employer's Liability insurance which specifically covers all persons providing services on behalf of Licensee under this License and all risks to such persons and employer's liability insurance (for tenants with employees). c. Comprehensive Auto Liability Insurance endorsed for all owned and nonowned vehicles with a combined single limit. d. Property insurance against all risks of loss to any tenant improvements or betterments, personal property, with a deductible no greater than $5,000 for all risk related coverages.

9.2. Minimum Limits of Insurance. Licensee shall obtain and maintain limits no less than the following:
a. Commercial General Liability: no less than $2,000,000 per occurrence for bodily injury, personal injury and property damage. If Commercial General Liability Insurance or other form with a general aggregate limit is used, either the general aggregate limit shall apply separately to this project/location or the general aggregate limit shall be twice the required occurrence limit.
b. Employer's Liability: no less than $1,000,000 per accident for bodily injury or disease.
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c. Comprehensive Auto Liability: at least One Million Dollars ($1,000,000) per occurrence.
d. Property Insurance: Full replacement cost with no coinsurance penalty provision.

9.3. Deductibles and Self-Insured Retentions. Any deductibles or self-insured retentions must be declared to and approved by Licensor. At the option of Licensor, either: the insurer shall reduce or eliminate such deductibles or self-insured retentions as respects Licensor, its officers, elected and appointed officials, employees, agents and volunteers; or the Licensee shall provide a financial guarantee satisfactory to Licensor guaranteeing payment of losses and related investigations, claim administration and defense expenses.

9.4. Other Insurance Provisions. Licensee shall obtain the following provisions in the general liability policy:
a. Licensor, its officers, elected and appointed officials, employees, agents and volunteers are to be covered as additional insureds with respect to liability arising out of ownership, maintenance or use of that part of the Licensed Premises. b. Licensee's insurance coverage shall be primary insurance as respects Licensor, its officers, elected and appointed officials, employees, agents and volunteers. Any insurance or self-insurance maintained by Licensor, its officers, elected and appointed officials, employees, agents or volunteers shall be excess of Licensee's insurance and shall not contribute with it.
c. Each insurance policy required by this License shall be endorsed to state that coverage shall not be canceled, except after thirty (30) days' prior written notice by certified mail, return receipt requested, has been given to Licensor.

9.5. Acceptability of Insurers. Licensee shall obtain insurance with insurers with a Consideration A.M. Best's rating of no less than A:VII.

9.6. Verification of Coverage. Licensee shall furnish Licensor with original certificates and amendatory endorsements effecting coverage required by this Article 9. The endorsements should be on forms provided by Licensor or on other than the Licensor's forms, provided those endorsements or policies conform to the requirements. All certificates and endorsements are to be received and approved by the Licensor before the Commencement Date. Licensor reserves the right to require complete, certified copies of all required insurance policies, including endorsements effecting the coverage required by these specifications at any time.

9.7. Subrogation Waiver. Licensor and Licensee hereby waive any rights of recovery each may have against the other for any loss or damage to Licensor or Licensee, or their respective property (including any improvements), the Licensed Premises and their contents arising from any risk that is insured against, and covered under, a Special Form policy and any other greater property insurance policies in effect at the time of such loss or damage. The foregoing waivers of subrogation shall be effective to the extent permitted by Licensor's and Licensee's respective insurers and provided that no policy of insurance is invalidated as a result of such waivers. 128 of 140

9.8. Indemnification. Licensee shall indemnify and hold Licensor, its elected and appointed officials, officers, employees, agents and volunteers harmless against and from liability and claims made by third parties of any kind including, without limitation, claims for loss or damage to property, or for any injury to or death of any person, arising out of: (a) Licensee's use and occupancy of the Licensed Premises, or any work, activity or other things allowed or suffered by Licensee to be done in, on or about the Licensed Premises; (b) any breach or default by Licensee of any of Licensee's obligations under this License; or (c) any negligent or otherwise tortious act or omission of Licensee or its Agents. Licensee shall, at Licensee's sole cost and expense, defend Licensor its elected and appointed officials, officers, employees, agents and volunteers in any action or proceeding arising from any such claim by counsel satisfactory to Licensor and shall indemnify Licensor its elected and appointed officials, officers, employees, agents and volunteers against all costs, attorneys' fees, expert witness fees and any other expenses incurred in or for such action or proceeding. As a material part of the consideration for Licensor's execution of this License, Licensee hereby assumes all risk of damage or injury to any person or property in, on or about the Licensed Premises from any cause, but Licensee shall not be liable for any damage or injury caused by the negligence of Licensor its elected and appointed officials, officers, employees, agents or volunteers.

Licensor shall indemnify and hold Licensee, its board members, officers, employees, agents and volunteers harmless against and from liability and claims made by third parties of any kind including, without limitation, claims for loss or damage to property, or for any injury to or death of any person, arising out of: any intentional, negligent, or otherwise tortious act or omission of Licensor or its Agents. Licensor shall, at Licensor’s sole cost and expense, defend Licensee and its board members, officers, employees, agents and volunteers in any action or proceeding arising from any such claim by counsel satisfactory to Licensee and shall indemnify Licensee and its board members, officers, employees, agents and volunteers against all costs, attorneys' fees, expert witness fees and any other expenses incurred in or for such action or proceeding. As a material part of the consideration for Licensee’s execution of this License, Licensor hereby assumes all risk of damage or injury to any person or property in, on or about the Licensed Premises caused by the intentional acts or negligence of Licensor, its elected and appointed officials, officers, employees, agents or volunteers.

ARTICLE 10. DAMAGE OR DESTRUCTION.

10.1. Damage.
a. If the Licensed Premises or Improvements are damaged by perils covered by Licensor's insurance, Licensor shall, within ninety (90) days, commence repair, reconstruction and restoration of the Licensed Premises and/or Improvements and this License shall remain in full force and effect.
b. If the Licensed Premises or Improvements are damaged by perils covered by insurance required to be maintained by Licensee hereunder, and if the proceeds received by Licensor from such insurance are not sufficient to complete the required repair, reconstruction and restoration, Licensor shall give Licensee written notice of the amount of the deficiency and Licensee may, within thirty (30) days after receipt of such notice, contribute such amount. If Licensee elects not to contribute such amount, Licensor or Licensee shall have the right, at its 129 of 140
option, to terminate this License with no liability to Licensee. If the License is so terminated, Licensor shall return the Security Deposit to Licensee within thirty (30) days. If Licensee elects to contribute such amount, Licensor shall, within ninety (90) days, commence repair, reconstruction and restoration and this License shall continue in full force and effect. Licensee shall not have a right of reimbursement from Licensor for any amount contributed under the provisions of this Section 10.1(b).
c. If the Licensed Premises or Improvements are damaged by perils not covered by Licensor's insurance, Licensor shall repair, reconstruct and restore the Licensed Premises and/or Improvements, provided, however, if the extent of such damage is greater than twenty five percent (25%) of the total cost for complete restoration of the Improvements, excluding therefrom the replacement cost of Licensee's trade fixtures and equipment, then Licensor may elect not to restore the Improvements, in which case Licensor shall have the right to terminate this License with no liability to Licensee, and Licensor shall return the Security Deposit to Licensee within thirty (30) days. Licensor shall give Licensee written notice of its election not to restore the Licensed Premises within thirty (30) days from the date such damage occurs and if such notice is not given, Licensor shall be deemed to have elected to restore the building in which the Licensed Premises are located, in which case Licensor shall commence repair, reconstruction and restoration within ninety (90) days from the end of said thirty (30) day period. If Licensor elects not to restore the Licensed Premises Licensee may elect to restore the Licensed Premises at Licensee's expense by serving written notice of such election upon Licensor within ten (10) days after receipt of Licensor's notice. If Licensee so elects, this License shall remain in full force and effect and Licensee shall, within ninety (90) days, commence repair, reconstruction and restoration of the Licensed Premises. Licensee shall not have a right of reimbursement from Licensor for any amount expended by Licensee under the provisions of this Section 10.1(c).

10.2. Damage - End of Term. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary contained in this License, if the Licensed Premises is partially destroyed or damaged during the last six (6) months of the Term hereof, either party may elect to terminate this License as of the date such destruction or damage occurred, by serving written notice of such election to terminate on the other within thirty (30) days from the date such destruction or damage occurred, and Licensor shall return the Security Deposit to Licensee within thirty (30) days.

10.3. Abatement of Consideration. In the event of repair, reconstruction and restoration as provided for under this Article 10, the Base License Fee and Additional Consideration to be paid by Licensee under Article 4 hereof shall be abated proportionately with the degree to which the Licensee's use of the Licensed Premises is impaired, commencing from the date of damage and continuing during the period of such repair, reconstruction and restoration. Licensee shall continue to operate its business on the Licensed Premises during any such period to the extent reasonably practicable from the standpoint of prudent business management and the obligation of Licensee to pay Consideration and additional charges due hereunder shall remain in full force and effect.

Licensee shall not be entitled to any compensation or damages from Licensor for loss of use of the Licensed Premises or any part thereof, or for any other loss resulting from such damage, repair, reconstruction or restoration.

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other casualty to or in connection with the Licensed Premises, the Improvements or any portion thereof (“Casualty”). Subject to Sections 10.2 and 10.3, if during the Term the Improvements are damaged or destroyed by Casualty, Licensee shall repair or restore the Improvements, so long as Licensee determines, in its sole discretion, that it is feasible to do so, and in such event Licensee provides or causes to be provided sufficient additional funds which, when added to insurance proceeds, will fully effect such repair or restoration. Upon the occurrence of any Casualty, Licensee, promptly and with all due diligence, shall apply for and collect all applicable insurance proceeds recoverable with respect to such Casualty. If within thirty (30) days after Licensee's receipt of any such insurance proceeds, Licensee reasonably determines that it is not economically practical to restore the Improvements and/or the Licensed Premises to substantially the same condition in which they existed prior to the occurrence of the Casualty, then by written notice to Licensor, Licensee may terminate this License as of a date that is not less than thirty (30) days after the date of such notice; provided, however, any termination of this License by Licensee, pursuant to this Section 10.4 shall be void and of no force and effect. If Licensee terminates this License pursuant to this Section 10.4, Licensee shall surrender possession of the Licensed Premises to Licensor immediately and assign to Licensor (or, if same has already been received by Licensee, pay to Licensor) all of its right, title and interest in and to the proceeds from Licensee's insurance upon the Licensed Premises.

ARTICLE 11. CONDEMNATION.

11.1. Total Taking. If the entire Licensed Premises is taken under the power of eminent domain, this License shall terminate as of the date Licensee is required to vacate the Licensed Premises, and Licensor and Licensee shall each thereafter be relicensed from any further liability under this License, except, subject to the terms of this License, for the return or application of any prepaid Considerations or security deposits.

11.2. Partial Taking. If any portion of the Licensed Premises is taken under the power of eminent domain, or if, as a result of any taking regardless of the extent, the remainder of the Licensed Premises is not one undivided parcel of property, either Licensor or Licensee may terminate this License as of the date Licensee is required to vacate the Licensed Premises, by serving written notice of such election within thirty (30) days after receipt by Licensee of written notice from Licensor that the Licensed Premises have been so taken. If this License is so terminated each party shall thereinafter be relicensed from any further liability hereunder, and Licensor shall return the Security Deposit to Licensee within thirty (30) days. If both parties elect not to terminate this License, Licensee shall remain in that portion of the Licensed Premises not so taken and, in that event, Licensor agrees, at Licensor's cost and expense, to restore the remaining portion of the Licensed Premises as soon as possible to a complete unit of like quality and character as existed prior to such taking; and thereafter the Base License Fee and Additional Consideration set forth in Article 4 shall be equitably reduced, taking into account the relative value of the portion taken as compared to the portion remaining.

11.3. Compensation. In the event of any taking and regardless of whether such taking results in termination of this License, Licensor shall be entitled to the entire award or compensation in such proceeding; provided, however, Licensee's right to receive compensation or damages for its relocation costs, fixtures and personal property shall not be affected hereby. 131 of 140

11.4. Voluntary Sale. For purposes of this Article 11, a voluntary sale or conveyance in lieu of condemnation, under threat of condemnation, shall be deemed a taking under the power of eminent domain.

ARTICLE 12. ASSIGNMENT, SUBLICENSE, TRANSFER.

12.1. Definition. For purposes of this Article 12, the terms “assign” and “assignment” shall include and mean any act attempting to or document purporting to assign, transfer, sublet, enter into license or concession agreements for, change ownership of, mortgage or hypothecate this License or Licensee's interest in and to the Licensed Premises or any part thereof.

12.2. Assignment Prohibited. Licensee shall not assign this License or Licensee's interest in and to the Licensed Premises.

ARTICLE 13. DEFAULT.

13.1. Licensee's Default. The occurrence of any one or more of the following events shall constitute a default and breach of this License by Licensee (“Default”):
a. Abandoning or vacating the Licensed Premises; or
b. Failure to pay any Base License Fee, Additional Consideration, or any other amount due under this License when due and payable by Licensee, if such failure continues for ten (10) days after the due date for such payment provided for in this License; provided, however, such penalties shall not accrue if Licensee provides Licensor with evidence reasonably acceptable to Licensor that Licensee sent the payment by a commercially acceptable delivery method and the delay in receipt was not the fault of Licensee; or
c. Failure to promptly and fully perform any other covenant, condition or agreement contained in this License should such failure continue for twenty (20) days after written notice thereof from Licensor to Licensee; provided, however, if the failure to perform is such that it cannot reasonably be cured within twenty (20) days, Licensee shall not be in default hereunder if Licensee commences to cure within said twenty (20) day period and diligently prosecutes such curing to completion; or
d. Permitting Licensee's assets to be placed in the hands of a receiver or trustee for a period in excess of thirty (30) days; making an assignment for the benefit of creditors; instituting any proceedings under any bankruptcy act wherein Licensee seeks to be adjudicated a bankrupt, to be discharged of its debts or to effect a plan of liquidation, extension or reorganization; failing to have dismissed within sixty (60) days any involuntary proceeding filed against Licensee under any bankruptcy act; becoming insolvent; or failing to have dismissed within thirty (30) days any proceedings seeking to execute or levy against or attach fifty percent (50%) or more of Licensee's assets.

13.2. Remedies. In the event of Licensee's Default, as defined in Section 13.1, in addition to any other rights or remedies, Licensor may have under any law, Licensor shall have the right, at Licensor's option, without further notice or demand of any kind to do the following:
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1. Terminate this License and Licensee's right to possession of Licensed Premises and reenter the Licensed Premises and take possession thereof, and Licensee shall have no further claim to Licensed Premises or under this License; or

2. Continue this License in full force and effect, reenter and occupy the Licensed Premises for the account of Licensee and collect any unpaid charges which have or may thereafter become due and payable; or

3. Reenter the Licensed Premises under the provisions of subparagraph (b), and thereafter elect to terminate this License and Licensee's right to possession of the Licensed Premises.

4. Should Licensor reenter the Licensed Premises under the provisions of subparagraphs (b) or (c) above, Licensor shall not be deemed to have terminated this License or the obligation of Licensee to pay any charges thereafter accruing, unless Licensor notifies Licensee in writing of Licensor's election to terminate this License in the event of any reentry or retaking of possession by Licensor. Licensor shall have the right, but not the obligation, to remove all or any part of the personal property in the Licensed Premises and to place such property in storage at a public warehouse at the expense and risk of the Licensee.

Should Licensor elect to terminate this License under the provisions of subparagraph (a) or (c) above, Licensor may recover as damages from Licensee the following:

1. The worth at the time of award of any unpaid Base License Fee and Additional Consideration which had been earned at the time of termination; plus

2. The worth at the time of the award of the amount by which the unpaid Base License Fee and Additional Consideration which would have been earned after termination until the time of award exceeds the amount of such loss that the Licensee proves could have been reasonably avoided; plus

3. The worth at the time of the award of the amount by which the unpaid Base License Fee and Additional Consideration for the balance of the Term after the time of award exceeds the amount of such loss that Licensee proves could be reasonably avoided; plus

4. Any other amount necessary to compensate Licensor for all detriment proximately caused by Licensee's failure to perform its obligations under this License or which in the ordinary course of things would be likely to result therefrom, including but not limited to any costs of expenses including attorneys' fees, incurred by Licensor in (a) retaking possession of the Licensed Premises, (b) maintaining the Licensed Premises after Licensee's default, (c) preparing the Licensed Premises for reletting to a new tenant including any repairs or alterations and (d) reletting the Licensed Premises including broker's commissions..

5. “The worth at the time of the award”, as used in (1) and (2) above, is to be computed by allowing interest at the rate of ten percent (10%) per annum. “The 133 of 140
worth at the time of the award,” as used in (3) above, is to be computed by discounting the amount at the discount rate of the Federal Reserve Bank situated nearest to the location of the Licensed Premises at the time of the award plus one percent (1%).

The waiver by Licensor of any breach of any term, covenant or condition of this License shall not be deemed a waiver of such term, covenant or condition or of any subsequent breach of the same or any other term, covenant or condition. Acceptance of Base License Fee and/or Additional Consideration by Licensor subsequent to any breach hereof shall not be deemed a waiver of any preceding breach other than the failure to pay the particular Consideration also accepted, regardless of Licensor's knowledge of any breach at the time of such acceptance of Consideration Licensor shall not be deemed to have waived any term, covenant or condition unless Licensor gives Licensee written notice of such waiver.

13.3. Licensor's Default. If Licensor fails to perform any covenant, condition or agreement contained in this License within thirty (30) days after receipt of written notice from Licensee specifying such default, or if such default cannot reasonably be cured within thirty (30) days, if Licensor fails to commence to cure within said thirty (30) day period, then Licensor shall be liable to Licensee for any damages sustained by Licensee as a result of Licensor's breach.

ARTICLE 14. CONDUCT OF BUSINESS. Licensee covenants and agrees that from and after the Commencement Date of this License, Licensee will continuously and uninterruptedly, during normal business hours, operate and conduct within the Licensed Premises the business it is permitted to operate and conduct under the provisions of this License, except while the Licensed Premises are untenantable by reason of fire or other casualty, or in the event that any governmental unit or agency requires Licensee to suspend operations for reasons of public health or the like.

Licensee covenants and agrees that it shall be open for business during usual business hours on all usual business days, as customary for sole-proprietor businesses of the nature of Licensee's permitted uses.

ARTICLE 15. GENERAL PROVISIONS.

15.1. Transfer of Licensor's Interest. In the event of any sale, transfer, or reversion by Licensor of the Licensed Premises or the building of which the Licensed Premises are a part, and assignment of this License by Licensor, Licensor shall be and is hereby entirely freed and relieved of any and all liability and obligations contained in or derived from this License arising out of any act, occurrence or omission relating to the Licensed Premises or this License occurring after the consummation of such sale or transfer, provided the purchaser shall expressly assume all of the covenants and obligations of Licensor under this License. If any security deposit or prepaid Consideration has been paid by Licensee, Licensor shall transfer the security deposit or prepaid Consideration to Licensor’s successor and upon such transfer, Licensor shall be relieved of any and all further liability with respect thereto.

15.2. Estoppel Statement. Upon not less than ten (10) days prior written request from Licensor, Licensee shall execute and deliver to Licensor or Licensor's designee, a written statement certifying (a) that this License is unmodified and in full force and effect, or in full force and effect as modified and stating the modifications; (b) the amount of Consideration and the date to which 134 of 140
said Consideration and other charges have been paid in advance; and (c) to Licensee's actual knowledge that Licensor is not in default hereunder or, if Licensor is claimed to be in default, stating the nature of any claimed default. Any such statement may be relied upon by a purchaser, assignee or lender. Licensee's failure to execute and deliver such statement within the time allowed, after the notice and cure period provided for in Article 13, shall be conclusive upon Licensee that: (1) this License is in full force and effect and has not been modified except as represented by Licensor; (2) there are no uncured defaults in Licensor's performance and that Licensee has no right of offset, counter-claim or deduction against Licensor; and (3) not more than one month's Consideration has been paid in advance.

15.3. Subordination; Attornment. Upon written request of Licensor, or any first mortgagee, first deed of trust beneficiary of Licensor, or licensor of Licensor, Licensee shall, in writing, subordinate its rights hereunder to the lien of any first mortgage, first deed of trust, or the interest of any license in which the Licensor is licensee, and to all advances made or hereafter to be made upon the security therefor; provided, however, prior to executing any such subordination agreement, Licensee shall have the right to obtain from any lender or licensor of Licensor requesting such subordination, an agreement in writing, reasonably acceptable to Licensee, providing that, as long as Licensee is not in default hereunder, this License shall remain in full force and effect and Licensee's possession of the Licensed Premises undisturbed for the full Term hereof. The holder of any security interest may, upon written notice to Licensee, elect to have this License prior to such security interest regardless of the time of granting or recording such security interest. In the event of any foreclosure sale, transfer in lieu of foreclosure or termination of the license in which the Licensor is licensee, Licensee shall attorn to the purchaser, transferee or licensor as the case may be, and recognize such party as Licensor under this License, provided such party assumes the obligations of Licensor under this License.

15.4. Access to Licensed Premises. Licensor and Licensor’s officers, employees, and agents shall have the right to enter the Licensed Premises, including, without limitation, any structures constructed thereon, at any time whether or not Licensee is present for any purpose not in conflict with the provisions of this License, including without limitation to show the Licensed Premises to prospective tenants. Licensor shall give Licensee reasonable notice prior to entering the Licensed Premises. In addition to the foregoing, during any emergency, Licensor may enter at any time without any notice to Licensee required. Licensor may, at any time, place “For Sale” signs on or about the building and may, during the last three (3) months of the Term hereof, place "For License" signs on or about the building and show the Licensed Premises to prospective tenants without any liability to Licensee.

15.5. Holding Over. If Licensee, with Licensor's consent, retains possession of the Licensed Premises after the expiration of the Term or termination of the License, such possession shall be deemed to be a month-to-month tenancy terminable upon thirty (30) days written notice given at any time by either party. During any such month-to-month tenancy Licensee shall pay monthly Consideration equal to two hundred (200%) percent of the amount of Base License Fee which was payable by Licensee during the last month of the Term prior to expiration or termination, shall pay Additional Consideration as required by this License and such month-tomonth tenancy shall be subject to all provisions of this License except those pertaining to Term.

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termination hereof shall not cause a merger but shall, at Licensor's option, terminate any existing subtenancies or operate as an assignment to Licensor of any such subtenancies.

15.7. Recording. This License shall not be recorded by either Licensor or Licensee, provided, however, upon obtaining the prior written consent of the other party, either party may record a memorandum of license. Such memorandum of license shall be subject to Licensor’s City Attorney’s approval as to form.

15.8. Prior Agreements; Amendments. This License, including Exhibit A, which is attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference as though set forth herein in full, represents the entire agreement between the parties pertaining to the Licensed Premises and supersedes and cancels any and all previous negotiations, arrangements, representations, agreements and communications between the Parties whether written or oral, and none of the foregoing shall be used to construe or interpret this License.

15.9. Attorneys’ Fees. In the event of any action or proceeding brought by either party against the other pertaining to or arising out of this License, the prevailing party shall be entitled to recover reasonable costs and expenses, including reasonable attorneys' fees, incurred on account of such action or proceeding.

15.10. Remedies; Choice of Law. No remedy or election exercised hereunder shall be deemed exclusive but shall be cumulative with all other remedies at law or in equity. This License shall be governed by the laws of- the State of California.

15.11. Severability. A final determination by a court of competent jurisdiction that any provision of this License is invalid shall not affect the validity of any other provision, and any provision so determined to be invalid shall, to the extent possible, be construed to accomplish its reflected intent.

15.12. Authority. If a Licensee is a corporation or a partnership, each individual executing this License on behalf of Licensee hereby warrants and represents that he is duly authorized to execute this License on behalf of said corporation or partnership and upon execution of this License, will deliver to Licensor a certified copy of the Articles of Incorporation, the resolution of the Board of Directors of said corporation and minutes of the meeting authorizing said Resolution; or certified copy of the partnership agreement of said partnership, as the case may be, authorizing execution of this License and naming the officers or pal tilers who are authorized to execute this License on behalf of Licensee.

15.13. Signs. Licensee has the right under this License to erect and maintain signage bearing Licensee’s name, or a shorter version of Licensee’s name, on the exterior of the Licensed Premises. Licensee shall not, without Licensor's written consent, place, construct, maintain or permit the placement of any sign, advertisement, name, insignia, trademark, or similar item on the exterior side walls, rear wall or roof of the Licensed. Licensor shall have the right in its function as Licensor but separately its function as a governmental land use authority to approve or disapprove the use of any sign, advertisement, name insignia, trademark, or similar item to be placed, constructed, or maintained on the Licensed Premises, which approval shall not be unreasonably withheld. In addition to the foregoing, Licensee shall comply with all applicable 136 of 140
provisions of the Buellton Municipal Code regarding such signs. Licensee shall have the right to maintain, place, or construct whatever signs Licensee wants on the interior walls of the Licensed Premises.

15.14. Time of Essence. Time is of the essence in the performance of each and every term, covenant and condition of this License.

15.15. Covenants and Conditions. Each and every provision of this License to be performed by each Party shall be deemed both a covenant and condition.

15.16. Captions. The article and section captions contained herein are for reference purposes only and are not a part of this License.

15.17. Waiver. A waiver by either Party of any breach or default shall not be deemed a waiver of any other breach or default. Licensor's consent to or approval of any act by Licensee requiring such consent or approval shall not be deemed to waive or abrogate the requirement of Licensor's consent or approval of any subsequent or similar act.

15.18. No Setoffs. All payments to be made by Licensee hereunder shall, unless otherwise expressly provided, be paid to Licensor without notice or demand and without adjustment, deduction or setoff, in lawful money of the United States.

15.19. Force Majeure. Any provision, delay or stoppage which is due to strikes, labor disputes, inability to obtain labor, materials, equipment or reasonable substitutes therefor, acts of God, governmental restrictions or requisitions or controls, judicial orders, enemy or hostile government actions, civil commotion, fire or other casualty, or other causes beyond reasonable control of the Party obligated to perform hereunder, shall excuse performance by such party for a period equal to the duration of such prevention, delay or stoppage.

15.20. Notices. Wherever in this License it is required or permitted that notice or demand be given or served by either party to this License to or on the other, such notice or demand shall be in writing and shall be deemed duly served or given only if personally delivered, with proof of delivery, or sent by United States mail, certified or registered, postage prepaid, to the address of the parties as specified below.

To Licensor To Licensee
City of Buellton
107 West Highway 246
Buellton, CA 93427
Attention: City Manager
Brenda Browning
400 South H Street
Lompoc, CA 93436
If notice or demand is served prepaid and addressed as provided above, then it shall be deemed to be given or served a the time of delivery or rejection. Licensor and Licensee may change their respective addresses for notices by giving notice of such new address in accordance with this Section 15.20.

15.21. Review of Billing Records. For any item for which Licensor bills Licensee including, but not limited to, all obligations collectively described as Additional Consideration, 137 of 140
Licensee shall have the right to inspect the actual paid bills on which Licensee's Percentage Share is based. Such inspection shall be in Licensor's management office during normal business hours and Licensee shall give Licensor twenty-four (24) hours’ notice of Licensee's inspection of these records.

15.22. Execution in Counterparts. This License may be executed electronically via a service such as DocuSign, and/or in counterparts, each of which shall constitute an original of such License, but all of which shall constitute one and the same instrument.

ARTICLE 16. NO RIGHT TO ENCUMBER. During the Term, Licensee shall have no right to encumber the Property, Licensed Premises, Licensee’s Estate, or Licensor’s Estate with any mortgage, deed of trust, security agreement or collateral assignment securing a loan and encumbering the Property, Licensed Premises, Licensee’s Estate, or Licensor’s Estate. [SIGNATURES ON FOLLOWING PAGE]
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Licensor has by action of its City Council authorized this License to be executed for and on behalf of the City by its Mayor, and the Licensee has caused the same to be executed by its duly authorized officer(s).

LICENSOR:

CITY OF BUELLTON, a municipal
corporation
Dated: _______________________________ By: _________________________________ David Silva, Mayor
ATTEST:
_____________________________________
Linda Reid, City Clerk
LICENSEE:
______________, a ____________________
Dated: _______________________________ By: _________________________________ Brenda Browning
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EXHIBIT A

DEPICTION OF LICENSED PREMISES
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Buellton City CouncilFebruary 26, 2026

Buellton City Council
February 26, 2026