City of Encinitas
Regular City Council Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
AGENDA
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 17, 2025 -
06:00 PM
p.m.
City of Encinitas - City Council Chambers
505 S. Vulcan Avenue
Encinitas, California 92024
Each speaker is allowed three (3) minutes to address the City Council.
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS – NONE
5. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS / POSSIBLE DIRECTION TO STAFF (30 MINUTES) Each speaker is allowed three (3) minutes to address the City Council. All Oral Communications speaker slips (“WHITE” speaker slip) must be received by the Clerk by the start of oral communications. Time donations are not permitted during Oral Communications. Oral Communication items will be referred to the City Manager either for resolution by administrative action or placement on a future agenda. 2025-12-17 Item 05 Oral Communication Received
6. REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION (IF HELD)
7. CHANGES TO THE AGENDA Announcements of administrative changes to the agenda, in compliance with the Brown Act.
8. CONSENT CALENDAR The recommendations on the following Consent Calendar will be enacted in one motion unless an item is removed from the Calendar. Any member of the public may remove an item by submitting a “PINK” speaker slip to the City Clerk. Each speaker is allowed three (3) minutes to address the City Council. A maximum of two time donations per speaker is allowed (no more than 9 minutes total); the person donating time must be present. Items removed from the Consent Calendar by a Council Member or the public will be considered immediately following the Consent Calendar. 8A.
Approval to waive the full reading of the text of all ordinances and resolutions introduced/adopted at this meeting. Ordinances and resolutions shall be introduced/adopted by title only. Contact Person: City Clerk Hollywood Approve.
8B.
Approval of the Warrants List (Register of Demands). Contact Person: Finance Manager Dinh Staff recommends that the City Council review and approve the warrants. 2025-12-17 Item 08B Approval of Warrants
8C.
Agreement for the Encinitas Habitat Stewardship Program with the San Diego Botanic Garden Amendment No. 1 to add Additional Services. Environmental Considerations: The action being considered by the City Council is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) because it is not a "project" under Section 15378(b)(5) of CEQA Guidelines. The action involves an organizational or administrative activity of government that will not result in the direct or indirect physical change in the environment. Contact Person: Park Operation Manager Norgard Approve and authorize the City Manager, in consultation with the City Attorney, to execute Amendment No. 1 in substantial form to the contract with the Quail Botanical Gardens Foundation dba San Diego Botanic Garden for the Encinitas Habitat Stewardship Program in the amount of $100,000 for a total not to exceed $200,000 for additional services and extra work. 2025-12-17 Item 08C Habitat Stewardship Program with San Diego Botanic Garden 2025-12-17 Item 08C Habitat Stewardship Program with San Diego Botanic Garden - Public Comment 8D.
Authorization to Participate in SD EnergyLink Incentive Program and Accept $143,000 in Assets and Installation Services. Environmental Considerations: The action being considered by the City Council is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) because it is not a "project" under Section 15378(b)(5) of CEQA Guidelines. The action involves an organizational or administrative activity of government that will not result in the direct or indirect physical change in the environment. Contact Person: Senior Management Analyst Elmore 1) Authorize the City Manager, or designee, in consultation with the City Attorney, to execute an agreement with San Diego Windustrial CO, DBA Winsupply of San Diego CA Co, (WinSupply) for professional services in substantial form, in the amount of $0, for a one-year term; and 2) Authorize the City Manager, or designee, in consultation with the City Attorney, to execute a Letter of Authorization for SD EnergyLink Application by WinSupply, in substantial form. 2025-12-17 Item 08D Agreement to Accept Tankless Water Heaters and Installation 8E.
File a Public Comment supporting a petition to modify California Public Utility Commission Electric Rule 45 related to electrical infrastructure upgrades for electric vehicle charging stations. Environmental Considerations: The action being considered by the City Council is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) because it is not a "project" under Section 15378(b)(5) of CEQA Guidelines. The action involves an organizational or administrative activity of government that will not result in the direct or indirect physical change in the environment. Contact Person: Sustainability Manager Najera Direct the City Manager, or designee, to file a public comment for California Public Utility Commission (CPUC) Proceeding A2205016 in support of the Petition for Modification of Decision 24-12-074 of the Joint Petitioners, supporting the request to strike the funding cap for Electric Rule 45 "Rule 45" which has the potential to impact the cost of installing electric vehicle charging station infrastructure for public and private entities. 2025-12-17 Item 08E City Comment on CPUC Rule 45
8F.
Letter of support for grant application being submitted by the University of San Diego to complete a study assessing the potential future impacts of sea level rise on surfing resources, regionally. Environmental Considerations: The action being considered by the City Council is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) because it is not a "project" under Section 15378(b)(5) of CEQA Guidelines. The action involves an organizational or administrative activity of government that will not result in the direct or indirect physical change in the environment. Contact Person: Sustainability Manager Najera Approve a letter of support for University of San Diego to complete a study assessing the potential future impacts of sea level rise on surfing resources, regionally, to be submitted as part of a grant proposal for California Ocean Protection Council's Senate Bill 1 Sea Level Rise Adaptation Planning Grant Program. 2025-12-17 Item 08F LOS Surf Study
9. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR Staff reports will be given only if requested by the person who pulled the item.
10. ACTION ITEMS To speak on action items, please submit a “PINK” speaker slip to the City Clerk. Each speaker is allowed three (3) minutes to address the City Council. A maximum of two time donations per speaker is allowed (no more than 9 minutes total); the person donating time must be present. 10A.
Introduction of Ordinance No. 2025-18 adding Encinitas Municipal Code Chapter 2.42 Establishing a Business Commission. Environmental Considerations: The action being considered by the City Council is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) because it is not a "project" under Section 15378(b)(5) of CEQA Guidelines. The action involves an organizational or administrative activity of government that will not result in the direct or indirect physical change in the environment. Contact Person: Management Analyst III Welnick Introduce Ordinance No. 2025-18 titled "An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Encinitas, California, Adding Encinitas Municipal Code Chapter 2.42 to Establish A Business Commission." 2025-12-17 Item 10A Introduction of Ordinance No. 2025-18 adding Encinitas Municipal Code Chapter 2.42 10B.
Overview of the Urban Forest Advisory Committee 2024 Accomplishments, Committee Structure, Committee Effectiveness, and Review of Encinitas Municipal Code Chapter 15.02 - Municipal Tree Ordinance. Environmental Considerations: The action being considered by the City Council is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) because it is not a "project" under Section 15378(b)(5) of CEQA Guidelines. The action involves an organizational or administrative activity of government that will not result in the direct or indirect physical change in the environment. Contact Person: Environmental Services Manager Steenblock Receive the report and provide direction to staff on any desired changes to the current structure and function of the Urban Forest Advisory Committee (UFAC), including revisions to Encinitas Municipal Code (EMC) Chapter 15.02. 2025-12-17 Item 10B Urban Forest Advisory Committee Structure, Effectiveness, and EMC Review 2025-12-17 Item 10B Urban Forest Advisory Committee Structure, Effectiveness, and EMC Review - Staff Presentation 2025-12-17 Item 10B Urban Forest Advisory Committee Structure, Effectiveness, and EMC Review - Public Comment 10C.
Legislative affairs update from JGC Government Relations, Inc. Environmental Considerations: The action being considered by the City Council is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) because it is not a "project" under Section 15378(b)(5) of CEQA Guidelines. The action involves an organizational or administrative activity of government that will not result in the direct or indirect physical change in the environment. Contact Person: Deputy City Manager James Receive the Legislative Affairs Update from JGC Government Relations, Inc. and provide direction regarding City's legislative actions. 2025-12-17 Item 10C Legislative Affairs Update
10D.
Adoption of Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the City of Encinitas and the Encinitas Firefighter’s Association (EFFA) effective January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2029. Environmental Considerations: The action being considered by the City Council is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) because it is not a "project" under Section 15378(b)(5) of CEQA Guidelines. The action involves an organizational or administrative activity of government that will not result in direct or indirect physical change in the environment. Contact Person: Human Resources Director von Kalinowski 1) Adopt Resolution No. 2025-123 titled, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Encinitas, California, Adopting the Memorandum of Understanding Between the City of Encinitas and Encinitas Firefighter's Association, IAFF 3787 Dated January 1, 2026" adopting a memorandum of understanding between the City of Encinitas and the Encinitas Firefighter's Association and authorizing the City Manager or designee(s) to execute the memorandum of understanding on behalf of the City of Encinitas, and 2) Adopt Resolution No. 2025-124 titled, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Encinitas, California, Adopting the Pay Ranges for the Encinitas Firefighter's Association, IAFF 3787, Effective January 1, 2026" approving the Pay Ranges for the Encinitas Firefighter's Association effective January 1, 2026. 2025-12-17 Item 10D EFFA MOU
10B.
Overview of the Urban Forest Advisory Committee 2024 Accomplishments, Committee Structure, Committee Effectiveness, and Review of Encinitas Municipal Code Chapter 15.02 - Municipal Tree Ordinance. Environmental Considerations: The action being considered by the City Council is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) because it is not a "project" under Section 15378(b)(5) of CEQA Guidelines. The action involves an organizational or administrative activity of government that will not result in the direct or indirect physical change in the environment. Contact Person: Environmental Services Manager Steenblock Receive the report and provide direction to staff on any desired changes to the current structure and function of the Urban Forest Advisory Committee (UFAC), including revisions to Encinitas Municipal Code (EMC) Chapter 15.02.
11. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS To speak on informational items, please submit a “PINK” speaker slip to the City Clerk. Each speaker is allowed three (3) minutes to address the City Council. A maximum of two time donations per speaker is allowed (no more than 9 minutes total); the person donating time must be present. 11A.
Encinitas Community Park Amenities Assessment. Environmental Considerations: The action being considered by the City Council is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) because it is not a "project" under Section 15378(b)(5) of CEQA Guidelines. The action involves an organizational or administrative activity of government that will not result in the direct or indirect physical change in the environment. Contact Person: Park Operation Manager Norgard This is an informational item with no staff recommendation. 2025-12-17 Item 11A Encinitas Community Park Amenities Assessment 2025-12-17 Item 11A Encinitas Community Park Amenities Assessment - Staff Presentation
12. COUNCIL MEMBER INITIATED AGENDA ITEM – NONE To speak on Council Initiated Items, please submit a “PINK” speaker slip to the City Clerk. Each speaker is allowed three (3) minutes to address the City Council. A maximum of two time donations per speaker is allowed (no more than 9 minutes total); the person donating time must be present. 11A.
Encinitas Community Park Amenities Assessment. Environmental Considerations: The action being considered by the City Council is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) because it is not a "project" under Section 15378(b)(5) of CEQA Guidelines. The action involves an organizational or administrative activity of government that will not result in the direct or indirect physical change in the environment. Contact Person: Park Operation Manager Norgard This is an informational item with no staff recommendation.
13. CITY COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS PURSUANT TO AB1234 (GC 53232.3(d)) / POSSIBLE DIRECTION TO STAFF
14. CITY MANAGER REPORTS
15. CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS
16. ADJOURNMENT - THE NEXT REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING WILL BE HELD ON JANUARY 21, 2025 Notice to the Public:
To ensure that the City meets your needs when addressing the City Council, all presentation materials which require the use of visual equipment need to be submitted to the City's IT Division at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting (except for appeal hearings where materials must be submitted 7 days in advance). This includes photographs, Microsoft Office documents (PowerPoint, Word, Excel).
No CD's, DVD's, or USB thumb/flash drives will be accepted at the meeting.
All materials must be in PC format and digital presentation items must be emailed to [email protected]
. Please label all materials with the corresponding agenda item number. Should technical assistance be necessary, it will be available to presenters from 5:30 p.m. to 5:50 p.m. on the day of the meeting. Presentation of video/digital/photographs are considered part of the maximum time limit provided to speakers.