City of Encinitas
Regular City Council Meeting 6:00 p.m.
AGENDA
WEDNESDAY, MAY 27, 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 the Environmental Award Program Winners 4B.
Presentation of Proclamation to the San Dieguito Academy Robotics Team Paradox 2102 2026-05-27 Item 04B Proclamation SDA Robotics Team
4C.
Presentation of Proclamation in recognition of National Gun Violence Awareness 2026-05-27 Item 04C Proclamation in recognition of National Gun Violence Awareness
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. 2026-05-27 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.
Approval of the Minutes of the May 13, 2026, Special-Closed Session Meeting; May 13, 2026, Special Meeting; and May 13, 2026, Regular Meeting. Contact Person: City Clerk Weichers Approve the Minutes.
2026-05-27 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. 2026-05-27 Item 08C Approval of Warrants List
8D.
Conflict of Interest Code Biennial Review. 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 Direct staff to review the City's Conflict of Interest Codes to determine if changes are required and submit any necessary changes to the City Council prior to October 1, 2026. 2026-05-27 Item 08D Conflict of Interest Code Biennial Review 8E.
Letter of Opposition for SB 866 (Blakespear) Planning and zoning: housing element: unhoused population. 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: Deputy City Manager James Approve a Letter of Opposition for SB 866 (Blakespear) Planning and zoning: housing element: unhoused population. 2026-05-27 Item 08E Letter of Opposition for SB 866
8F.
Adoption of Ordinance No. 2026-05, amending Ordinance No. 2024-10, certifying speed limits in the City of Encinitas (City) by adopting all 2025 Engineering and Traffic Surveys (E&TS) and establishing a comprehensive street list for lower speed limits, pursuant to provisions of Assembly Bill 43 (AB 43) and Assembly Bill 382 (AB 382). 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: Traffic Engineer Barr Adopt Ordinance No. 2026-05, titled "An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Encinitas, California, Amending Ordinance No. 2024-10, Certifying Speed Limits in the City of Encinitas by Adopting All Engineering and Traffic Surveys (E&Ts) and Establishing a Comprehensive Street List for Lower Speed Limits, Pursuant To Provisions of Assembly Bill 43 (AB 43) and Assembly Bill 382 (AB 382)." 2026-05-27 Item 08F AB43 Adoption
8G.
Consideration of Resolution No. 2026-40, Adopting a List of Projects to Receive FY 2026-27 SB 1 Funding. 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: Management Analyst Brown Adopt City Council Resolution No. 2026-40, titled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Encinitas, California, Adopting a List of Projects for Fiscal Year 2026-27 Funded by SB 1: The Road Repair and Accountability Act Of 2017." 2026-05-27 Item 08G FY26-27 SB 1 Funding
8H.
Memoranda of Understanding (MOU) with Encinitas Union School District (EUSD) and San Dieguito Union High School District (SDUHSD) for School Crossing Guard Programs for the 2026-27 School Year. 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: Management Analyst Brown 1) Authorize the City Manager or designee, in coordination with the City Attorney, to execute a Memorandum of Understanding in substantial form with the Encinitas Union School District (EUSD), to fund up to $155,589 for crossing guards at multiple schools; and 2) Authorize the City Manager or designee, in coordination with the City Attorney, to execute a Memorandum of Understanding in substantial form with the San Dieguito Union High School District (SDUHSD), to fund up to $43,773 for crossing guards at multiple schools. 2026-05-27 Item 08H FY26-27 School District Crossing Guard MOUs
9. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR Staff reports will be given only if requested by the person who pulled the item. 8H.
Memoranda of Understanding (MOU) with Encinitas Union School District (EUSD) and San Dieguito Union High School District (SDUHSD) for School Crossing Guard Programs for the 2026-27 School Year. 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: Management Analyst Brown 1) Authorize the City Manager or designee, in coordination with the City Attorney, to execute a Memorandum of Understanding in substantial form with the Encinitas Union School District (EUSD), to fund up to $155,589 for crossing guards at multiple schools; and 2) Authorize the City Manager or designee, in coordination with the City Attorney, to execute a Memorandum of Understanding in substantial form with the San Dieguito Union High School District (SDUHSD), to fund up to $43,773 for crossing guards at multiple schools.
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.
Public Hearing to Receive Testimony Regarding the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Encinitas Landscape and Lighting District. 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 Lisenbee 1) Conduct a public hearing to receive testimony regarding the FY 2026-27 Encinitas Landscape and Lighting District (ELLD) Annual Report; and 2) Adopt City Council Resolution No. 2026-37, titled "Resolution of the City Council of the City of Encinitas, California, Renewing the Encinitas Landscape and Lighting District (Zones A, B, C, D, E, F, G, & H), Confirming the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Annual Report, and Ordering the Transmission of Charges to the County Auditor for Collection." 2026-05-27 Item 10A Renewal of the ELLD Public Hearing
10B.
Extension of Temporary Outdoor Dining Operations. 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 Planner - Mobility Coordinator Jedynak Staff recommends that the City Council extend temporary outdoor dining, both in private parking lots and in the public right-of-way, until July 1, 2027. 2026-05-27 Item 10B Outdoor Dining
2026-05-27 Item 10B Outdoor Dining - Staff Presentation 10C.
Parks and Recreation Commission Work Plan Outcomes for Fiscal Year 2025-26 and Proposed Work Plan for FY 2026-27. 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: Park Operations Manager Norgard 1) Receive final reported outcomes for the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Parks and Recreation Commission Work Plan; and 2) Approve the proposed Fiscal Year 2026-27 Parks and Recreation Commission Work Plan. 2026-05-27 Item 10C Parks & Rec Commission Work Plan - updated 5-26-2026 Attachment 2 2026-05-27 Item 10C Parks & Rec Commission Work Plan - Staff Presentation 2026-05-27 Item 10C Parks & Rec Commission Work Plan - Public Comment 10D.
Commission for the Arts Work Plan Outcomes for Fiscal Year 2025-26 and Proposed Work Plan for Fiscal Year 2026-27. 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 1) Receive final reported outcomes for the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Commission for the Arts Work Plan; and 2) Approve the proposed Fiscal Year 2026-27 Commission for the Arts Work Plan. 2026-05-27 Item 10D Commission for the Arts Work Plan
2026-05-27 Item 10D Commission for the Arts Work Plan - Presentation Attachment Arts Element_ Goals and Policies 10E.
Senior Citizen Commission Work Plan Outcomes for Fiscal Year 2025-26 and Proposed Work Plan for Fiscal Year 2026-27. 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: Recreation Center Manager Mickelson 1) Receive final reported outcomes for the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Senior Citizen Commission Work Plan; and 2) Approve the proposed Fiscal Year 2026-27 Senior Citizen Commission Work Plan. 2026-05-27 Item 10E Senior Citizen Commission Work Plan 2026-05-27 Item 10E Senior Citizen Commission Work Plan - Public Comment 2026-05-27 Item 10E Senior Citizen Commission Work Plan - Staff Presentation 10F.
TransNet Local Street Improvement Program of Projects for Fiscal Years 2026-27 Through 2030-31. 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 Lisenbee 1) Conduct a public hearing related to the TransNet Local Street Improvement Program of Projects; and 2) Adopt City Council Resolution No. 2026-36, titled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Encinitas, California, Adopting the Transnet Local Street Improvement Program of Projects for Fiscal Years 2026-27 Through 2030-31." 2026-05-27 Item 10F TransNet Local Street Improvement Program for FY27-31 10G.
Adoption of Resolution of Intention No. 2026-19 and Introduction of Ordinance No. 2026-06 to amend the City of Encinitas’ contract with the California Public Employees’ Retirement System to change the retirement classification of the Fire Marshal positions from Local Miscellaneous to Fire Safety. 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: Human Resources Manager Wecker 1) Adopt Resolution of Intention No. 2026-19 titled, "Resolution No. 2026-19 Resolution of Intention to Approve an Amendment to Contract Between the Board of Administration California Public Employees Retirement System and the City Council City of Encinitas"; 2) Introduce Ordinance No. 2026-06, titled "An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Encinitas, California, Authorizing an Amendment to the Contract Between the City Council of the City of Encinitas and the Board of Administration of the California Public Employees' Retirement System"; and 3) Adopt the Side Letter Agreement to the Memorandum of Understanding 2023 - 2027 between the City of Encinitas and the Service Employees International Union (SEIU), Local 221 regarding Retirement contributions for Fire Marshal positions. This Side Letter Agreement shall become effective and filed upon the effective date of the Ordinance. 2026-05-27 Item 10G Fire Marshal PERS Amendment
2026-05-27 Item 10G Fire Marshal PERS Amendment - Staff Presenation 10H.
City employee vacancies, recruitment and retention efforts. 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 Human Resources Analyst Davies Receive a presentation on the status of the city's employee vacancies, recruitment and retention efforts. 2026-05-27 Item 10H Vacancies, Recruitment and Retention Efforts AB 2561 10D.
Commission for the Arts Work Plan Outcomes for Fiscal Year 2025-26 and Proposed Work Plan for Fiscal Year 2026-27. 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 1) Receive final reported outcomes for the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Commission for the Arts Work Plan; and 2) Approve the proposed Fiscal Year 2026-27 Commission for the Arts Work Plan. 10E.
Senior Citizen Commission Work Plan Outcomes for Fiscal Year 2025-26 and Proposed Work Plan for Fiscal Year 2026-27. 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: Recreation Center Manager Mickelson 1) Receive final reported outcomes for the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Senior Citizen Commission Work Plan; and 2) Approve the proposed Fiscal Year 2026-27 Senior Citizen Commission Work Plan. 10D.
Commission for the Arts Work Plan Outcomes for Fiscal Year 2025-26 and Proposed Work Plan for Fiscal Year 2026-27. 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 1) Receive final reported outcomes for the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Commission for the Arts Work Plan; and 2) Approve the proposed Fiscal Year 2026-27 Commission for the Arts Work Plan.
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 – 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.
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 JUNE 10, 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).
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.