City of Encinitas
Regular City Council Meeting 6:00 p.m.
AGENDA
WEDNESDAY, MAY 13, 2026 -
06:30 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
4A.
Presentation of Proclamation for Wildfire Preparedness Month 2026-05-13 Item 04A Presenation of Proclamation for Wildfire Preparedness Month 4B.
Presentation of 2026 CERT Academy graduates
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. 2026-05-13 Item 05 Oral Communications
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 Weichers Approve.
8B.
Reapproval of the Minutes of the April 8, 2026 Regular Meeting; Approval of the Minutes of the April 15, 2026, Special-Closed Session Meeting; April 15, 2026, Regular Meeting; April 22, 2026, Special Meeting; and April 22, 2026, Regular Meeting. Contact Person: City Clerk Weichers Approve the Minutes.
2026-05-13 Item 08B Minutes
8C.
Approval of the Warrants List (Register of Demands). Contact Person: Finance Manager Dinh Staff recommends that the City Council review and approve the warrants. 2026-05-13 Item 08C Approval of Warrants List
8D.
Appointment to Business Commission District 3. 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 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines because 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 action is also exempt from CEQA under Section 15378(b)(5) of the CEQA Guidelines because it involves an organizational or administrative activity of government that will not result in the direct or indirect physical change in the environment. Contact Person: City Clerk Weichers.
The City Council approve the Mayor's recommendation to appoint Jim Miller to the Business Commission to fill one (1) vacancy. 2026-05-13 Item 08D Business Commission Appointment
8E.
Adoption of Ordinance No. 2026-03 related to Housing Element Program 2G. Environmental Considerations: The action before the City Council is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3). This exemption applies because it can be determined with certainty that adoption of the proposed amendments will not result in a significant effect on the environment. Contact Person: Associate Planner Brenner.
Adopt City Council Ordinance No. 2026-03 titled "An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Encinitas, California, Amending Section 30.04.010 (Definitions) of Chapter 30.04 of Title 30 (Zoning) of the Encinitas Municipal Code and the Local Coastal Program to Revise the Definition of "Dwelling Unit" to Include Manufactured Housing in Compliance with the Sixth Cycle Housing Element Program 2G and State Law." 2026-05-13 Item 08E Adoption of Ordinance 2026-03
8F.
Authorization to renew software subscription for network firewalls. 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 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines because 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 action is also exempt from CEQA under Section 15378(b)(5) of the CEQA Guidelines because it involves an organizational or administrative activity of government that will not result in the direct or indirect physical change in the environment. Contact Person: Project Manager York.
Authorize the City Manager to approve a three-year software subscription renewal for network firewall annual support and maintenance in a total amount not to exceed $276,000 and authorize the use of the cooperative purchasing agreement with TD SYNNEX under National Cooperative Purchasing Alliance NCPA Contract #01-170 for the procurement of advanced technology solutions, and related IT services. 2026-05-13 Item 08F Firewall Subscription Renewal
8G.
Preliminary Street List for the FY 2026-27 Pavement Rehabilitation Project (CS27A). 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 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines because 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 action is also exempt from CEQA under Section 15378(b)(5) of the CEQA Guidelines because it involves an organizational or administrative activity of government that will not result in the direct or indirect physical change in the environment. Contact Person: Engineer II Suleiman Approve the preliminary street list to initiate design efforts for the FY 2026-27 Pavement Rehabilitation Project (CS27A). 2026-05-13 Item 08G Approve Street List FY 2026-27 Pavement Rehab CS27A 8H.
Cal Trans MOU for Encinitas Blvd Adaptive Signals Pilot Project. 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 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines because 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 action is also exempt from CEQA under Section 15378(b)(5) of the CEQA Guidelines because it involves an organizational or administrative activity of government that will not result in the direct or indirect physical change in the environment. Contact Person: Engineer I Barr Authorize the City Manager, or her designee, in coordination with the City Attorney, to execute a Memorandum of Understanding in substantial form, as contained in Attachment 2, between the City of Encinitas and the California Department of Transportation for the implementation of an adaptive traffic control system pilot project as part of the Encinitas Boulevard Adaptive Signal Timing Project (CS27B). 2026-05-13 Item 08H Caltrans MOU Adaptive Signal
8I.
SB1205 Fire Code. 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 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines because 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 action is also exempt from CEQA under Section 15378(b)(5) of the CEQA Guidelines because it 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 Deputy Fire Marshal Villagomez City Council Adopt Resolution No. 2026-38 titled, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Encinitas, California, Acknowledging Receipt of a Report Made by the Fire Chief of the Encinitas Fire Department Regarding the Inspection of Certain Occupancies Required to Perform Annual Inspections in Such Occupancies Pursuant to Sections 13146.2 and 13146.3 of the California Health and Safety Code." 2026-05-13 Item 08I State Mandated Reported Inspections 2025 8J.
Heritage Tree MOU. 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 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines because 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 action is also exempt from CEQA under Section 15378(b)(5) of the CEQA Guidelines because it involves an organizational or administrative activity of government that will not result in the direct or indirect physical change in the environment. Contact Person: Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Director Knopp Approve and authorize the City Manager in coordination with the Interim City Attorney, to execute a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the City of Encinitas and the Encinitas Historical Society to host the Heritage Tree Lighting event on December 4, 2026, in substantial form as set forth in Attachment 1. 2026-05-13 Item 08J Encinitas Historical Society MOU
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.
UFAC Appointment. 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 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines because 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 action is also exempt from CEQA under Section 15378(b)(5) of the CEQA Guidelines because it involves an organizational or administrative activity of government that will not result in the direct or indirect physical change in the environment. Contact Person: City Clerk Weichers 1) Hear from applicants regarding qualifications and interest in serving on the Urban Forest Advisory Committee; 2) Discuss as needed; and 3) City Council to consider approval of the Mayor's recommendation for one (1) appointment to the Urban Forest Advisory Committee with a term expiring March 1, 2029. 2026-05-13 Item 10A UFAC Interviews and Appointment
2026-05-13 Item 10A UFAC Interviews and Appointment - Updated 2026-05-07 Applicant Withdrew 2026-05-13 Item 10A UFAC Interviews and Appointment - Updated 2026-05-11 Applicants Withdrew 2026-05-13 Item 10A UFAC Interviews and Appointment - Public Comment 10B.
Exposure Skate MOU. 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 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines because 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 action is also exempt from CEQA under Section 15378(b)(5) of the CEQA Guidelines because it 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 Gilliam 1) City Manager to execute a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the City of Encinitas and Exposure Skate in substantial form as contained in Attachment 1 in consultation with the Interim City Attorney to host the Exposure 2026 event on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, through Sunday, November 8, 2026, at Encinitas Community Park.; and 2) Approve the changes to the proposed 2026 Exposure Skate major special event application. 2026-05-13 Item 10B Exposure Skate MOU
2026-05-13 Item 10B Exposure Skate MOU - Staff Presentation 10C.
Amendment No. 1 to San Diego Rescue Mission for Professional Consultant Services Agreement. 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 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines because 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 action is also exempt from CEQA under Section 15378(b)(5) of the CEQA Guidelines because it involves an organizational or administrative activity of government that will not result in direct or indirect physical change in the environment. Contact Persons: Homeless Programs Coordinator Pugh and Planning Manger Anders Approve and authorize the City Manager, in coordination with the City Attorney, to execute Amendment No. 1 to the existing Professional Consultant Services Agreement (PSA) with San Diego Rescue Mission (SDRM) in substantial form, increasing the existing Professional Services Agreement not-to-exceed amount of $343,981 by $25,000 for a new not-to-exceed amount of $368,981. 2026-05-13 Item 10C Amendment No. 1 to San Diego Rescue Mission PSA 2026-05-13 Item 10C Amendment No. 1 to San Diego Rescue Mission PSA - Staff Presentation 2026-05-13 Item 10C Amendment No. 1 to San Diego Rescue Mission PSA - Public Comment 10D.
Skate Feature Committee. 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 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines because 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 action is also exempt from CEQA under Section 15378(b)(5) of the CEQA Guidelines because it involves an organizational or administrative activity of government that will not result in the direct or indirect physical change in the environment. Contact Person: Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Director Knopp Provide feedback and direction regarding the creation of the Skate Feature Committee to identify potential skate feature locations throughout the City. 2026-05-13 Item 10D Skate Feature Committee
2026-05-13 Item 10D Skate Feature Committee - Public Comment
11. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS - NONE 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.
12. COUNCIL MEMBER INITIATED AGENDA ITEM 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. 12A.
Council initiated item from Councilmember Joy Lyndes to consider the repair of the Swami’s Overlook parking area off Cornish. 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.
Direct staff to evaluate the condition of Swami's Overlook parking and recommend maintenance or upgrade actions to remedy issues. Initial input from staff has suggested: 1) leveling the parking surface and creating a smooth transition to the roadway; 2) installing a gravel or similar surface to keep dust down, and hold the soil in place; and 3) 3. and installing wheel stops for the parking spaces. Other elements may be suggested, or brought forward for consideration, if needed. 2026-05-13 Item 12A Councilmember Initiated Joy Lyndes - Swami’s Overlook parking area repair 2026-05-13 Item 12A Councilmember Initiated Joy Lyndes - Swami’s Overlook parking area repair - Public Comment 12A.
Council initiated item from Councilmember Joy Lyndes to consider the repair of the Swami’s Overlook parking area off Cornish. 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.
Direct staff to evaluate the condition of Swami's Overlook parking and recommend maintenance or upgrade actions to remedy issues. Initial input from staff has suggested: 1) leveling the parking surface and creating a smooth transition to the roadway; 2) installing a gravel or similar surface to keep dust down, and hold the soil in place; and 3) 3. and installing wheel stops for the parking spaces. Other elements may be suggested, or brought forward for consideration, if needed. 12A.
Council initiated item from Councilmember Joy Lyndes to consider the repair of the Swami’s Overlook parking area off Cornish. 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.
Direct staff to evaluate the condition of Swami's Overlook parking and recommend maintenance or upgrade actions to remedy issues. Initial input from staff has suggested: 1) leveling the parking surface and creating a smooth transition to the roadway; 2) installing a gravel or similar surface to keep dust down, and hold the soil in place; and 3) 3. and installing wheel stops for the parking spaces. Other elements may be suggested, or brought forward for consideration, if needed. 12A.
Council initiated item from Councilmember Joy Lyndes to consider the repair of the Swami’s Overlook parking area off Cornish. 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.
Direct staff to evaluate the condition of Swami's Overlook parking and recommend maintenance or upgrade actions to remedy issues. Initial input from staff has suggested: 1) leveling the parking surface and creating a smooth transition to the roadway; 2) installing a gravel or similar surface to keep dust down, and hold the soil in place; and 3) 3. and installing wheel stops for the parking spaces. Other elements may be suggested, or brought forward for consideration, if needed.
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 MAY 20, 2026 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).
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