CLAYTON CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
7:00 PM
1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Wan held in-person and broadcast from Hoyer Hall, Clayton Community Library, 6125 Clayton Road, Clayton, California. Councilmembers present: Councilmembers: Trupiano, Tillman, Diaz; Vice Mayor Enea, and Mayor Wan. Staff present: Administrative Services Director, Dennis Bozanich; Police Chief Jeremy Crone; City Clerk Melissa Rhodes
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. PUBLIC COMMENT ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
Members of the public may address the City Council on non-agendized items within the Council’s jurisdiction. To ensure an orderly meeting and an equal opportunity for everyone, each speaker is limited to three (3) minutes, or the time established by the Mayor. In accordance with State Law, no action may take place on any item not appearing on the posted agenda. The Council may respond to statements made or questions asked or may at its discretion request staff to report back at a future meeting concerning the matter.
Public comment and input on other agenda items will be allowed when each item is considered by the Council.
Geneva Moss announced Library Card Sign Up Month at Clayton Community Library and encouraged the public to participate.
City Council Candidate Amy Callaghan introduced herself, described her professional background, and outlined her goals and vision for the City of Clayton.
City Council Candidate Charles "Charlie" Schmidt thanked the City Manager and his team for organizing the Town Hall and expressed appreciation to Kim, Maria, and Amy for stepping forward to serve the City.
4. CONSENT CALENDAR
The Consent Calendar includes routine items that are to be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items. If discussion is requested, the item will be removed from the Consent Calendar and considered separately.
5. RECOGNITIONS AND PRESENTATIONS
6. REPORTS
(a) City Manager's Report
Administrative Services Director Dennis Bozanich announced that the next Town Hall would be held on Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at the Hoyer Hall, Clayton Community Library, located at 6125 Clayton Road, Clayton, California. (b) City Council/Committees Reports
7. PUBLIC HEARINGS
(a) Introduction and First Reading of Ordinance No. 505 Amending Section
5.04.370 of the Clayton Municipal Code, Entitled "Rental Dwellings," to Eliminate the Business License Tax on Single-Family Rental Dwelling Units Recommendation: Open public hearing, take public input, close the public hearing, and introduce the ordinance by title only and continue to September 15, 2026, for second reading and adoption.
Mayor Wan re-opened the public hearing at 7:09 p.m.
Chief Crone provided a high-level summary of the item.
Mayor Wan closed the public hearing at 7:11 p.m.
Councilmember Diaz made a motion to introduce by first reading Ordinance No. 505, with Councilmember Trupiano seconding. The motion carried 5-0. (b) Introduction and First Reading of Ordinance No. 506 Amending Section
9.18.060 of the Clayton Municipal Code, Entitled "Enforcement," to Clarify the Fee Schedule Applicable to Excessive False Alarms
Recommendation: Open public hearing, take public input, close the public hearing, and introduce the ordinance by title only and continue to September 15, 2026, for second reading and adoption.
Mayor Wan re-opened the public hearing at 7:11 p.m.
Chief Crone provided a high-level summary of the item.
Mayor Wan closed the public hearing at 7:12 p.m.
Councilmember Diaz made a motion to introduce by first reading Ordinance No. 506 with Councilmember Trupiano seconding. The motion carried 5-0.
(c) Introduction and First Reading of Ordinance No. 507 Amending Section
10.41.020 of the Clayton Municipal Code, Entitled "Definitions," to Clarify That Non-Motorized Trailers Drawn By A Motor Vehicle Are Included Within the Definition of "Recreational Vehicle"
Recommendation: Open public hearing, take public input, close the public hearing, and introduce the ordinance by title only and continue to September 15, 2026, for second reading and adoption.
Mayor Wan re-opened the public hearing at 7:13 p.m.
Chief Crone provided a high-level summary of the item.
Mayor Wan closed the public hearing at 7:14 p.m.
Councilmember Diaz made a motion to introduce by first reading Ordinance No. 507 with Councilmember Trupiano seconding. The motion carried 5-0. (d) Introduction and First Reading of Ordinance No. 508 Amending Section
11.04.060 of the Clayton Municipal Code, Entitled "Amplified Sound," to Include New Technology Among Exempt Personal Devices and to Update Permit Requirements
Recommendation: Open public hearing, take public input, close the public hearing, and introduce the ordinance by title only and continue to September 15, 2026, for second reading and adoption.
Mayor Wan re-opened the public hearing at 7:14 p.m.
Chief Crone provided a high-level summary of the item.
Mayor Wan closed the public hearing at 7:16 p.m.
Councilmember Diaz made a motion to introduce by first reading Ordinance No. 508 with Councilmember Trupiano seconding. The motion carried 5-0. (e) Introduction and First Reading of Ordinance No. 509 Amending Sections
12.08.010 Through 12.08.040 of Chapter 12.08, Entitled “Site Obstructions at Intersections,” of the Clayton Municipal Code to Extend Sightline Protections to Pedestrians, Establish a Maintenance-Based Standard for Vegetation Within the Sight Triangle, and Update Enforcement Authority References Recommendation: Open the public hearing, take public input, close the public hearing, and introduce the ordinance by title only and continue to September 15, 2026, for second reading and adoption.
Mayor Wan re-opened the public hearing at 7:17 p.m.
Chief Crone provided a high-level summary of the item.
Mayor Wan closed the public hearing at 7:18 p.m.
Councilmember Diaz made a motion to introduce by first reading Ordinance No. 509 with Councilmember Trupiano seconding. The motion carried 5-0. (f) Introduction and First Reading of Ordinance No. 510 Adding Chapter 17.70 to the Clayton Municipal Code, Entitled “Special Event Permits,” to Establish a Permit Process for Events Requiring Closure of a Public Right-of-Way, Diversion of Traffic, or Modification of Normal Traffic Controls Recommendation: Open public hearing, take public input, close the public hearing, and introduce the ordinance by title only and continue to September 15, 2026, for second reading and adoption.
Mayor Wan re-opened the public hearing at 7:19 p.m.
Chief Crone provided a high-level summary of the item.
Gabriel Flores expressed concern regarding the proposed language in Section
17.70.020(i) stating that he believed it would alter the scope and intent of the chapter, and urged the City Council to consider an alternative language.
Chief Crone provided clarification on the intent and scope of the ordinance.
Council asked clarifying questions regarding peacefully protesting.
Mayor Wan closed the public hearing at 7:31 p.m.
Councilmember Diaz made a motion to introduce by first reading Ordinance No. 510 with Councilmember Trupiano seconding. The motion carried 5-0. (g) Introduction and First Reading of Ordinance No. 511 Renumbering Chapter
17.70 of the Clayton Municipal Code, Entitled “Temporary Use Permits,” as Chapter 17.69; Amending Sections 17.69.010 and 17.69.020; and Adding Section 17.69.070 to Establish Penalties for Violations of Temporary Use Permits
Recommendation: Open the public hearing, take public input, close the public hearing, and introduce the ordinance by title only and continue to September 15, 2026, for second reading and adoption.
Mayor Wan re-opened the public hearing at 7:32 p.m.
Chief Crone provided a high-level summary of the item.
Mayor Wan closed the public hearing at 7:34 p.m.
Councilmember Diaz made a motion to introduce by first reading Ordinance No. 511 with Councilmember Trupiano seconding. The motion carried 5-0.
8. ACTION ITEMS
(a) Consider options to address Truck Traffic on Mitchell Canyon Road, Near Mt.
Diablo Elementary School During School Drop-Off and Pick-Up Times Recommendation: Receive Direction After Discussing Truck Traffic Near Mt.
Diablo Elementary School During School Drop-Off and Pick-Up Times.
Administrative Services Director Dennis Bozanich introduced the item.
Council discussed options they wished to explore to remedy the issue of truck traffic on Mitchell Canyon Road near Mt. Diablo Elementary School.
Amy Callaghan shared her experience with the truck traffic and indicated school pick-up is also an issue and provided possible solutions.
James Sinkay described the accessibility challenges his son, who uses a wheelchair, experiences when traveling to school due to truck traffic and offered potential solutions to improve safety and access in the area.
Lauren Kindorf urged Council to find a solution and provided an example from the City of San Ramon.
Mayor Wan made a motion to nominate Vice Mayor Enea and Councilmember Tillman to serve on the Ad Hoc Committee to discuss potential safety enhancements along Mitchell Canyon Road near Mt. Diablo Elementary School, with Councilmember Tillman seconding. The motion carried 5-0.
9. ADJOURNMENT
The next regularly scheduled meeting will be September 15, 2026. For meeting information and materials, please visit the City’s website.
Mayor Wan adjourned the meeting at 8:09 p.m.
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City Clerk