CITY OF DANA POIT
CALIFOR
CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY
REGULAR
DECEMBER 2, 2025
MEETING 6:00 P.M.
MINUTES
Location: City Council Chamber, 33282 Golden Lantern, Suite 210, Dana Point, California 92629 Next City Council Ordinance No. 25-17
CALL TO ORDER
The Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Dana Point, California, was called to order by Mayor Pagano at 5:00 P.M. in the City Council Chambers, 33282 Golden Lantern, Dana Point.
ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Matthew Pagano, Mayor
John Gabbard, Mayor Pro Tem
Jamey Federico, Council Member
Mike Frost, Council Member
Michael Villar, Council Member - ABSENT
STAFF PRESENT: Michael A. Killebrew, City Manager; Kelly Reenders, Assistant City Manager; Patrick Munoz, City Attorney; Shayna Sharke, City Clerk; Sea Shelton, Director of Administrative Services; Captain Frank Gonzalez; Matthew Sinacori, Director of Public Works/City Engineer; Jeff Rosaler, Interim Director of Community Development; Jaimie To, Economic Development & Housing Manager; Ryan Haworth, Deputy City Clerk.
CLOSED SESSION
A. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION, SIGNIFICANT EXPOSURE TO LITIGATION, Government Code § 54956.9 (d)(2), (2 cases) B. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION, Government Code § 54956.9 (d)(1), (1 case)
a. Center For Natural Lands Management v City of Dana Point, Orange County Superior Court Case No: 30-2021-01219668
Mayor Pagano recessed the meeting into a Closed Session at 5:01 PM pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.
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RECESS OF CITY COUNCIL MEETING UNTIL 6:00 P.M.
RECONVENE CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Mayor Pagano reconvened the meeting at 6:01 PM.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by City Manager Mike Killebrew.
PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS
Certificate of Recognition - Evan and Briquelle du Bellier, Owners of Beach Hut Deli, Dana Point Mayor Pagano presented a Certificate of Recognition to Evan and Briquelle du Bellier, owners of Beach Hut Deli, for their dedication to serving the Dana Point community.
Business of the Quarter - JC Beans
Mayor Pagano presented Ozzie Olea with a Certificate of Recognition for Business of the Quarter.
Certificate of Recognition - Michael A. Killebrew, City Manager Mayor Pagano presented a Certificate of Recognition on behalf of Congressman Mike Levin to Mike Killebrew.
Max Werner presented a Certificate of Recognition to Mike Killebrew on behalf of State Senator Tony Strickland.
Mayor Pagano presented a Certificate of Recognition on behalf of Assemblywoman Davies to Mike Killebrew.
Alyssa Napuri presented a Certificate of Recognition to Mike Killebrew on behalf of Orange County Supervisor Katrina Foley.
Vickie McMurchie (Dana Point Chamber of Commerce) thanked Mike Killebrew for his contributions to the City and shared details about the new Michael Killebrew Spirit of Service Scholarship.
Linda Hess (Monarch Beach Sunrise Rotary Club) thanked Mike Killebrew for his contributions to the Rotary Club and announced that the Club will add $1,000 to the Michael Killebrew Spirit of Service Scholarship.
Wayne Yost & Eric Rigg (VFW Post 9934) presented a Certificate of Appreciation to Mike Killebrew.
Terry Rifkin (Dana Point 5th Marine Support Group) presented a Certificate of Recognition to Mike Killebrew.
Elizabeth Bamattre (Dana Point Historical Society) thanked Mike Killebrew for his contributions to the City and presented him with a membership to the Dana Point Historical Society. 2 City of Dana Point
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Captain Frank Gonzalez thanked Mike Killebrew for his contributions to the City and presented him with a gift from Dana Point Police Services.
Mayor Pagano and City Council thanked Mike Killebrew for his contributions to the City and presented him with a gift.
Mike Killebrew thanked his wife, Shawna Killebrew, for her support, and also thanked City Staff and the City Council for their work and support.
RECESS OF CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Mayor Pagano recessed the meeting for a break at 6:47 p.m.
RECONVENE CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Mayor Pagano reconvened the meeting at 6:49 p.m.
READING OF ORDINANCE TITLES
City Clerk Shayna Sharke, read one (1) Ordinance Title.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Item 6 was removed from the Consent Calendar by Council Member Federico.
Item 9 was removed from the Consent Calendar by Council Member Frost.
IT WAS MOVED BY COUNCIL MEMBER FROST, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER FEDERICO,
THAT THE RECOMMENDATIONS BE ACCEPTED FOR ALL ITEMS ON THE CONSENT CALENDAR WITH THE EXCEPTION OF ITEM 6 AND ITEM 9.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Federico, Frost, Gabbard, Pagano
NOES: None
ABSENT: Villar
1. WAIVE THE READING OF ORDINANCES AND APPROVE READING BY TITLE ONLY
APPROVED THE READING BY TITLE ONLY OF ALL ORDINANCES AND THAT FURTHER READING OF SUCH ORDINANCES BE WAIVED.
2. REGULAR MEETING MINUTES, NOVEMBER 18, 2025
APPROVED THE MINUTES.
3. YOUTH BOARD MEETING MINUTES, FEBRUARY 19, 2025
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RECEIVED AND FILED THE MINUTES.
4. CLAIMS AND DEMANDS
RECEIVED AND FILED THE CLAIMS AND DEMANDS.
5. TREASURER'S REPORT
RECEIVED AND FILED THE TREASURER'S REPORT FOR OCTOBER, 2025.
6. ANNUAL COMPREHENSIVE FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2025
Item 6 was removed from the Consent Calendar by Council Member Federico.
Discussion ensued.
IT WAS MOVED BY COUNCIL MEMBER FEDERICO, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER
FROST, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL RECEIVE AND FILE THE ANNUAL COMPREHENSIVE FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2025.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Federico, Frost, Gabbard, Pagano
NOES: None
ABSENT: Villar
7. 2026 CITY COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE
APPROVED THE 2026 CITY COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE.
8. 2026 SPECIAL EVENT CALENDAR
APPROVED THE SPECIAL EVENT CALENDAR FOR 2026.
9. DEVELOPMENT UPDATE
Item 9 was removed from the Consent Calendar by Council Member Frost Jeff Rosaler, Interim Director of Community Development, answered questions of the Council.
IT WAS MOVED BY COUNCIL MEMBER FROST, SECONDED BY MAYOR PAGANO, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL RECEIVE AND FILE THE DEVELOPMENT UPDATE.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Federico, Frost, Gabbard, Pagano
NOES: None
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ABSENT: Villar
10. STATE OF THE CITY 2026 SPONSORSHIP
THE CITY COUNCIL:
1) APPROVED THE RELEASE OF A REQUEST FOR SPONSORSHIP (RFS) FOR THE 2026 STATE OF THE CITY EVENT; AND
2) APPROVED THE SPONSORSHIP AGREEMENT TEMPLATE, SUBJECT TO SUCH CHANGES AS MAY BE APPROVED BY THE CITY MANAGER AND CITY ATTORNEY; AND 3) AUTHORIZED THE CITY MANAGER OR ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER TO EVALUATE SUBMITTED REQUESTS FOR SPONSORSHIP AND SELECT SPONSORS; AND 4) AUTHORIZED THE CITY MANAGER OR DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE THE SPONSORSHIP AGREEMENTS.
11.OCTA MEASURE M2 TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION PROGRAM RESOLUTION THE CITY COUNCIL:
1) ADOPTED RESOLUTION 25-12-02-01 ENTITLED:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DANA POINT, CALIFORNIA
APPROVING THE SUBMITTAL OF AN IMPROVEMENT PROJECT ON NIGUEL ROAD, IN
CONJUNCTION WITH OTHER AGENCIES, TO THE ORANGE COUNTY
TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY FOR FUNDING UNDER THE COMPETITIVE MEASURE M2 REGIONAL TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION PROGRAM; AND 2) FUNDED THE CITY'S MATCH REQUIREMENT FROM CIP #1382 "PROJECT P SYNCHRONIZATION - NIGUEL ROAD" AS OUTLINED IN THE FISCAL IMPACT SECTION; 3) AUTHORIZED THE MAYOR TO SIGN THE RESOLUTION ON BEHALF OF THE CITY.
12. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION GRANTING AN EASEMENT FROM THE CITY OF DANA POINT
TO SOUTH COAST WATER DISTRICT FOR THE FIRE FLOW IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT AT
LAGUNA CLIFFS MARRIOTT
THE CITY COUNCIL:
1) ADOPTED RESOLUTION 25-12-02-02 ENTITLED:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DANA POINT, CALIFORNIA
GRANTING AN EASEMENT FROM THE CITY OF DANA POINT TO SOUTH COAST
WATER DISTRICT FOR THE FIRE FLOW IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT AT LAGUNA CLIFFS MARRIOTT; AND
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PUBLIC COMMENTS
Jim Miller (Coffee Importers) and Donna Kalez (Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching) provided™ recognition to Mike Killebrew, City Manager, for his contributions to the City and support of smal businesses. They congratulated him on his retirement.
Jennifer Gaudette (Dana Point) expressed concerns about Drivers Under the Influence (DUls) in Dana Point and street safety.
Talene Benchetrit (Dana Point) expressed concerns about DUls in Dana Point and street safety.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
13. FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE APPROVING ZONE TEXT AMENDMENT ZTA25-0004 REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 22-01, WHICH ADDED CHAPTER 9.72 (REGULATING SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DUPLEXES), AND CHAPTER 7.37 (REGULATING URBAN LOT SPLITS)
TO THE CITY OF DANA POINT MUNICIPAL CODE
Jeff Rosaler, Interim Director of Community Development, provided a Staff Report.
Mayor Pagano opened the Public Hearing at 7:03 PM.
There were no public comments.
Mayor Pagano closed the Public Hearing at 7:03 PM.
IT WAS MOVED BY COUNCIL MEMBER FROST, SECONDED BY MAYOR PRO TEM GABBARD, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL HOLD A FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE 25-XX ENTITLED:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DANA POINT, CALIFORNIA ADOPTING ZTA25-0004, REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 22-01, WHICH ADDED CHAPTER
9.72 (REGULATING SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DUPLEXES), AND CHAPTER 7.37 (REGULATING URBAN LOT SPLITS) TO THE CITY OF DANA POINT MUNICIPAL CODE The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Federico, Frost, Gabbard, Pagano
NOES: None
ABSENT: Villar
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
None.
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NEW BUSINESS
14. SALARY SCHEDULE AND PERSONNEL ADJUSTMENTS
Sea Shelton, Director of Administrative Services, provided a Staff Report.
Discussion ensued.
IT WAS MOVED BY COUNCIL MEMBER FROST, SECONDED BY MAYOR PRO TEM GABBARD, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPT RESOLUTION 25-12-02-03 ENTITLED:
• RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY Of DANA POINT, CALIFORNIA
STABLISHING SALARY RANGES FOR REPRESENTED AND NON-REPRESENTEI
CLASSIFICATIONS
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Federico, Frost, Gabbard, Pagano
NOES: None
ABSENT: Villar
CITY COUNCIL REORGANIZATION
A. COUNCIL REORGANIZATION
Mayor Pagano opened nominations for the positions of Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem.
MAYOR PAGANO NOMINATED MAYOR PRO TEM GABBARD TO SERVE AS MAYOR.
THE NOMINATION WAS SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER FROST.
The nomination for Mayor carried by the following vote:
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Federico, Frost, Gabbard, Pagano
NOES: None
ABSENT: Villar
MAYOR GABBARD NOMINATED COUNCIL MEMBER FROST TO SERVE AS MAYOR PRO TEM. THE NOMINATION WAS SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER FEDERICO.
The nomination for Mayor Pro Tem carried by the following vote:
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Federico, Frost, Gabbard, Pagano
NOES: None
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ABSENT: Villar
B. RECOGNITION OF OUTGOING MAYOR
Mayor Gabbard presented Council Member Pagano with a Gavel Plaque and thanked him for his service as Mayor.
Council Member Pagano expressed his gratitude for serving as Mayor.
COUNCIL REPORTS, INCLUDING CITY RELATED MEETINGS ATTENDED Council Member Federico congratulated Mayor Gabbard and Mayor Pro Tem Frost on their newly appointed positions, stated that he has turned in his list of meetings, and thanked Mike Killebrew for his service as City Manager.
Council Member Pagano thanked Mike Killebrew for his service as City Manager and recognized Kelly Reenders for her newly appointed position as City Manager.
Mayor Pro Tem Frost thanked Mike Killebrew for his service as City Manager and stated that he has turned in his list of meetings.
Mayor Gabbard thanked Shawna Killebrew for her contributions to the City Council and Staff, thanked Mike Killebrew for his service as City Manager, stated that he will turn in his list of meetings, and announced upcoming events around Dana Point.
STAFF REPORTS
City Attorney, Patrick Munoz, thanked Council Member Pagano for his service as Mayor, congratulated Mayor Gabbard and Mayor Pro Tem Frost on their newly appointed positions, and thanked Mike Killebrew for his service as City Manager.
Assistant City Manager, Kelly Reenders, thanked Mike Killebrew for his service as City Manager.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business before the City Council at this session, City Manager, Mike Killebrew, adjourned the meeting in honor of Ingrid McGuire, former Mayor of Dana Point, at 7:31 PM. He announced that the next Regular Meeting of the City Council will be January 20, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. in the City Council Chamber located at 33282 Golden Lantern, Suite 210, Dana Point, California.
SHAYN SAN CEKK
APPROVED AT THE MEETING OF JANUARY 20, 2026
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* Meetings attended since November 19, 2025
Mayor Pagano
11/11/2025 Veteran's Day Service
11/23/2025 Ritz Carlton Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony 11/27/2025 Turkey Trot
Mayor Pro Tem Gabbard
11/20/2025 OCCOG Board Meeting
11/20/2025 OCMVCD Meeting
11/22/2025 Senior Thanksgiving Luncheon
11/23/2025 Ritz Carlton Tree Lighting
Council Member Mike Frost
Council Member Federico
11/19/2025 ACC-OC Annual Meeting
11/23/2025 Ritz Carlton Tree Lighting
11/24/2025 OCTA Board
11/27/2025 Turkey Trot
12/01/2025 OCTA Exec Committee
12/01/2025 OCTA RTP Committee
Council Member Michael Villar
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