CITY OF DAMA POINT
T- CALIFO
CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY
REGULAR JUNE 16, 2026
MEETING 5:00 P.M.
989
MINUTES
Location: City Council Chamber, 33282 Golden Lantern, Suite 210, Dana Point, CA 92629 Next City Council Ordinance No. 26-06
CALL TO ORDER
The Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Dana Point, California, was called to order by Mayor Gabbard at 5:00 P.M. in the City Council Chamber, 33282 Golden Lantern, Suite 210, Dana Point.
ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS:
John Gabbard, Mayor
Mike Frost, Mayor Pro Tem - ABSENT
Jamey M. Federico, Council Member - Entered at 5:42 P.M.
Matthew Pagano, Council Member
Michael Villar, Council Member
STAFF PRESENT: Kelly Reenders, City Manager; Jeff Rosaler, Assistant City Manager; Patrick Munoz, City Attorney; Sea Shelton, Director of Administrative Services; Captain Frank Gonzalez; Matthew Sinacori, Director of Public Works/City Engineer; Jonathan Lightfoot, 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), (3 cases):
a. Center For Natural Lands Management v City of Dana Point, Orange County Superior Court Case No: 30-2021-01219668
b. Center For Natural Lands Management v City of Dana Point (CEQA), Orange County Superior Court Case No: 30-2025-01524239
c. City of Dana Point v. California Coastal Commission, Orange County Superior Court Case No 30-2026-01558283
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C. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION, Government Code § 54957 Title: City Manager
City Attorney
Mayor Gabbard recessed the meeting into Closed Session at 5:01 P.M. pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.
RECESS OF CITY COUNCIL MEETING UNTIL 6:00 P.M.
RECONVENE CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Mayor Gabbard reconvened the meeting at 6:00 P.M.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Council Member Villar.
PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS
Business of the Quarter - Stella's Italian
Mayor Gabbard presented a Certificate of Recognition to Stella's Italian Restaurant for Business of the Quarter.
Drowning Prevention and Awareness
Cheyne Maule, OCFA Division Chief, spoke regarding drowning awareness and prevention and received a Proclamation from Mayor Gabbard.
Certificate of Recognition - Lucas Taub
Mayor Gabbard presented a Certificate of Recognition to Lucas Taub for his courage in helping bring a father and his young child safely back to shore after they were caught in a rip current.
READING OF ORDINANCE TITLES
There were no Ordinance Titles.
CONSENT CALENDAR
IT WAS MOVED BY COUNCIL MEMBER VILLAR, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER PAGANO, THAT THE RECOMMENDATIONS BE ACCEPTED FOR ALL ITEMS ON THE CONSENT CALENDAR.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Federico, Pagano, Villar, Gabbard
NOES: None
ABSENT: Frost
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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, JUNE 2, 2026
APPROVED THE MINUTES.
3. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES, APRIL 27, 2026
RECEIVED AND FILED THE MINUTES.
4. CLAIMS AND DEMANDS
RECEIVED AND FILED THE CLAIMS AND DEMANDS.
5. AMENDMENT TO PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH COMMUNITY
CATALYST FOR PLANNING STAFF SUPPORT
AUTHORIZED THE CITY MANAGER, OR DESIGNEE, TO EXECUTE A SECOND AMENDMENT
TO THE CONTRACT WITH COMMUNITY CATALYST TO EXTEND THE AGREEMENT TERMINATION DATE TO SEPTEMBER 30, 2026, AND TO INCREASE THE CONTRACT WITH A REVISED NOT-TO-EXCEED TOTAL.
6. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION APPROVING NOTICES OF COMPLETION FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE ARTERIAL SLURRY SEAL FY24/25 PROJECT (CIP #1362) AND THE RESIDENTIAL SLURRY SEAL FY24/25 PROJECT (CIP #1363)
THE CITY COUNCIL:
1) ADOPTED RESOLUTION 26-06-16-01 ENTITLED:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DANA POINT, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING A NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE PROJECT ENTITLED "ARTERIAL SLURRY SEAL FY24/25 PROJECT"; and
2) ADOPTED RESOLUTION 26-06-16-02 ENTITLED:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DANA POINT, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING A NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE PROJECT ENTITLED "RESIDENTIAL SLURRY SEAL FY24/25 PROJECT"
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7. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE SENATE BILL 1 (SB-1) PROJECT LIST FOR FISCAL YEAR 26/27
THE CITY COUNCIL:
1) ADOPTED RESOLUTION 26-06-16-03 ENTITLED:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANA POINT, CALIFORNIA ADOPTING A LIST OF PROJECTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 26/27 FUNDED BY SENATE BILL 1 (SB-1), THE ROAD REPAIR AND ACCOUNTABILITY ACT OF 2017
2) AUTHORIZED THE CITY MANAGER OR HIS DESIGNEE TO SUBMIT ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION TO MAINTAIN FUNDING ELIGIBILITY FOR FY26/27. 3) AUTHORIZED THE MAYOR TO SIGN THE RESOLUTION ON BEHALF OF THE CITY.
8. APPROVAL AND AUTHORIZATION TO SUBMIT THE REQUIRED FY26/27 MEASURE M2
ELIGIBILITY SUBMITTAL ITEMS TO THE ORANGE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY THE CITY COUNCIL:
1) ADOPTED RESOLUTION 26-06-16-04 ENTITLED:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DANA POINT CONCERNING
THE STATUS AND UPDATE OF THE LOCAL SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION PLAN FOR THE MEASURE M2 (M2) PROGRAM; and,
1) APPROVED THE SEVEN-YEAR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP) FOR FY 2026- 27 THROUGH FY 2032-33 AND CERTIFIED COMPLIANCE, AS REQUIRED BY THE ORANGE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (OCTA), RENEWED MEASURE M2 (M2) PROGRAM; and
2) AUTHORIZED STAFF TO FORWARD THE NECESSARY RENEWED MEASURE M2 ELIGIBILITY DOCUMENTATION TO OCTA.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
None.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
None.
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UNFINISHED BUSINESS
9. AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE PINES PARK RESTROOM PROJECT (CIP #1378)
Matthew Sinacori, Director of Public Works/City Engineer, provided a Staff Report.
Discussion ensued.
IT WAS MOVED BY COUNCIL MEMBER VILLAR, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER FEDERICO, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL:
1) APPROVE AWARD OF A CONTRACT TO ANEEN CONSTRUCTION, INCORPORATED FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE PINES PARK RESTROOM PROJECT (CIP #1378), AND
AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN THE CONTRACT AND TO APPROVE ANY CHANGE ORDERS IF NECESSARY; and
2) AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN A STANDARD CONSULTANT SERVICES
AGREEMENT WITH GMU GEOTECHNICAL FOR MATERIALS OBSERVATION AND TESTING SERVICES FOR CIP #1378, AS OUTLINED IN THE FISCAL IMPACT SECTION; and
3) AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN A STANDARD CONSULTANT SERVICES
AGREEMENT WITH WESTLAND GROUP, INCORPORATED, FOR SURVEYING, CONSTRUCTION STAKING AND MONUMENT PRESERVATION FOR CIP #1378, AS OUTLINED IN THE FISCAL IMPACT SECTION; and
4) APPROVE EXPENDITURE AND BUDGET ADJUSTMENTS FOR CIP #1378 OUTLINED IN THE FISCAL IMPACT SECTION.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Federico, Pagano, Villar, Gabbard
NOES: None
ABSENT: Frost
NEW BUSINESS
10. AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR USER FEE STUDY
Sea Shelton, Director of Administrative Services, provided a Staff Report.
Discussion ensued.
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IT WAS MOVED BY COUNCIL MEMBER FEDERICO, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER
VILLAR, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER, OR DESIGNEE,
EXECUTE A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH MATRIX CONSULTING GROUP
TO CONDUCT A COMPREHENSIVE USER FEE STUDY FOR PLANNING, BUILDING, AND ENGINEERING FEES.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Federico, Pagano, Villar, Gabbard
NOES: None
ABSENT: Frost
COUNCIL REPORTS, INCLUDING CITY RELATED MEETINGS ATTENDED Council Member Federico stated that he has turned in his list of meetings and thanked Staff for their work on the Heritage Dog Park Fun Zone.
Council Member Villar stated that he has turned in his list of meetings and stated, "Go USA." Council Member Pagano stated that he will turn in his list of meetings and had nothing to report.
Mayor Gabbard stated that West Nile virus has been detected in northern Orange County, encouraged residents to take protective measures, and announced upcoming events around Dana Point.
STAFF REPORTS
Kelly Reenders, City Manager, encouraged the public to shop locally and ride the trolley.
Patrick Munoz, City Attorney, had nothing to report.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business before the City Council at this session, Mayor Gabbard adjourned the meeting at 6:32 P.M. He announced that the next Regular Meeting of the City Council will be July 7, 2026 at 5:00 P.M. in the City Council Chamber located at 33282 Golden Lantern, Suite 210, Dana Point, California.
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SHAYNA SHARKE, CITY CLERK
APPROVED AT THE MEETING OF JULY 7, 2026.
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Meetings attended since June 3, 2026
Mayor Gabbard
06/03/2026 Meeting with Art Sanchez
P06/03/2026 SCAG Executive Committee
06/03/2026 CAL COG Board of Directors
06/04/2026 SCAG CEHD Committee Meeting and Regional Council Meeting 06/04/2026 OC Parks Commission
06/05/2026 Senator Strickland Game Changer Volunteer of the Year Award Ceremony 06/08/2026 Combat Golf Tournament
06/09/2026 OCCOG Executive Management Committee Meeting 06/09/2026 Heritage Park Dog Fun Zone Ribbon Cutting
06/11/2026 SCAG 2026 Executive Committee Retreat
06/12/2026 SCAG 2026 Executive Committee Retreat
Mayor Pro Tem Frost
Council Member Pagano
Council Member Federico
06/03/2026 ACEC Awards Dinner
06/05/2026 OCTA Exec Call
06/08/2026 OCTA Board Meeting
06/09/2026 Legal Subcommittee
06/09/2026 Heritage Park Dog Park Ribbon Cutting
06/11/2026 Dana Point Sister Cities Meeting
Council Member Michael Villar
06/04/2026 2Q 2026 SONGS Community Engagement Panel
06/08/2026 Combat Golf Tournament DP 5th Marines
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