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MINUTES OF THE ENCINITAS CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
MAY 27, 2026, 6:00 P.M., 505 SOUTH VULCAN AVENUE, ENCINITAS, CA 92024
1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Ehlers called the meeting to order at 6:32 p.m.
2. ROLL CALL
Present: Mayor Bruce Ehlers, Deputy Mayor Jim O’Hara, Council Members Joy Lyndes, Marco San Antonio, and Luke Shaffer
Absent: None
Also present: City Manager Campbell, Assistant City Manager Schwarm, Interim City Attorney Thind, Sustainability Manager Najera, Director of Engineering Nutter, Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Director Knopp, Director of Human Resources von Kalinowski, Director of Development Services Drapkin, Fire Chief Gordon, City Clerk Weichers, and Deputy City Clerk Rapp
There being a quorum present, the meeting was in order.
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS
4A. Presentation of the Environmental Award Program Winners Mayor Ehlers presented the Environmental Award Winners: Excellence in Environmental Stewardship to EDCO and The Nature Collective; Environmental Hero Award to Hari Jot Khalsa-Rhodes and Tavian Bowman. 4B. Presentation of Proclamation to the San Dieguito Academy Robotics Team Paradox 2102
Emily D. with the San Dieguito Academy Robotics Team Paradox 2102 introduced her team and presented a video; and Mayor Ehlers presented the proclamation to the San Dieguito Academy Robotics Team Paradox 2102.
4C. Presentation of Proclamation in recognition of National Gun Violence Awareness
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5. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS / POSSIBLE DIRECTION TO STAFF
Madison Rapp spoke regarding marijuana use.
Molly Hintlian, Keri Caffrey, and Ron Medak spoke regarding bike safety Raul Villamar spoke regarding parking in the downtown area.
Rimga Viskanta spoke regarding building developments and fees.
Thiago Barrango spoke regarding tobacco use and second hand smoke.
Diana Kutlow spoke regarding gun violence and in support of AB 2047.
Bernie Dillon spoke regarding traffic and criminal camera use in the City.
David Weinbaum spoke regarding homelessness.
Ellen Burr spoke regarding the climate action plan.
Purita Javier and Cesar Javier spoke regarding climate change and environmental exposure.
Dave Dean spoke regarding a Memorial Day event.
6. REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION
Interim City Attorney Thind reported that the City Council held a Closed Session at approximately 3:30 p.m. to hear one item listed on the Closed Session Agenda, and there was no reportable action.
7. CHANGES TO THE AGENDA
There were no changes to the posted agenda.
8. CONSENT CALENDAR
City Clerk Weichers announced that Item 8E is being pulled by Council Member Lyndes and Members of the public and Item 8H has been pulled by a member of the public.
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Lyndes moved, San Antonio seconded to close and adopt the Consent Calendar with the exception of Items 8E and 8H. Motion Carried. Ayes:
Ehlers, Lyndes, O’Hara, San Antonio, and Shaffer. Nays: None. Absent:
None. Abstain: None.
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
Recommended Action: 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
Recommended Action: Approve the Minutes.
8C. Approval of the Warrants List (Register of Demands). Contact Person:
Finance Manager Dinh
Recommended Action: Staff recommends that the City Council review and approve the warrants.
8D. Conflict of Interest Code Biennial Review. Contact Person: City Clerk Weichers
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.
Recommended Action: 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.
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). Contact Person: Traffic Engineer Barr
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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.
Recommended Action: 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).” 8G. Consideration of Resolution No. 2026-40, Adopting a List of Projects to Receive FY 2026-27 SB 1 Funding. Contact Person: Management Analyst Brown
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.
Recommended Action: 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.”
9. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR
8E. Letter of Opposition for SB 866 (Blakespear) Planning and zoning: housing element: unhoused population. Contact Person: Deputy City Manager James
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.
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Recommended Action: Approve a Letter of Opposition for SB 866 (Blakespear) Planning and zoning: housing element: unhoused population.
Deputy City Manager James presented the staff report.
Vann Parker, Diana Kutlow, and Elena Thompson spoke regarding this item.
Molly Hintlian registered support of the recommended action but chose not to speak.
Deputy City Manager James responded to Council questions.
COUNCIL ACTION:
Ehlers moved, O’Hara seconded to approve a Letter of Opposition for SB 866 (Blakespear) Planning and zoning: housing element:
unhoused population. Motion Carried. Ayes: Ehlers, O’Hara, San Antonio, and Shaffer. Nays: Lyndes. Absent: None. Abstain: None. 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. Contact Person:
Management Analyst Brown
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.
Recommended Action: 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.
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05/27/2026 Regular Meeting Page 6 Mtg. #2026-____, Bk#41, Page __ Management Analyst Brown presented the staff report.
Molly Hintlian and Justin Conn spoke regarding this item.
Management Analyst Brown and Director of Engineering Nutter presented the staff report.
COUNCIL ACTION:
O’Hara moved, San Antonio seconded to 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; with the direction to staff to adjust item 2 section C, add a progress report requirement, and remove the language regarding the reporting relative to the CAP; produce a final report by May 1, 2027 to the School District Liaison Committee, or in writing to the City Council at the preference of the school district. Motion Carried. Ayes: Ehlers, Lyndes, O’Hara, San Antonio, and Shaffer. Nays: None. Absent: None. Abstain: None.
O’Hara moved, Shaffer seconded to table the Memorandum of Understanding with the Encinitas Union School District (EUSD); and direct staff to return this item to the City Council with additional information regarding crossing‑guard needs; identification of the specific crossing location; improved metrics and supporting data; confirmation of the Paul Ecke bus stop location; and clarification that the ultimate review and approval will be completed by the City Engineer. Motion Carried. Ayes: Ehlers, Lyndes, O’Hara, San Antonio, and Shaffer. Nays: None. Absent: None. Abstain: None.
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. Contact Person: Senior Management Analyst Lisenbee
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.
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Recommended Action: 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.” Senior Management Analyst Lisenbee and consultant Diana Sheng, Deputy Project Manager with Harris and Associates presented the staff report.
COUNCIL DISCLOSURES OF ANY INFORMATION RECEIVED THAT IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE AGENDA PACKET:
Council Member Lyndes stated she had nothing to disclose.
Council Member San Antonio stated he had nothing to disclose.
Council Member Shaffer stated he had nothing to disclose.
Deputy Mayor O’Hara stated he had nothing to disclose.
Mayor Ehlers stated he had nothing to disclose.
Mayor Ehlers opened the public hearing at 8:23 p.m.
Cesar Javiar spoke regarding this item.
Mayor Ehlers closed the public hearing at 8:26p.m.
COUNCIL ACTION:
O’Hara moved, San Antonio seconded to 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.” Motion Carried. Ayes:
Ehlers, Lyndes, O’Hara, San Antonio, and Shaffer. Nays: None.
Absent: None. Abstain: None.
Mayor Ehlers called the meeting into recess at 8:27 p.m., and reconvened the meeting at 8:42 p.m.
10B. Extension of Temporary Outdoor Dining Operations. Contact Person:
Senior Planner – Mobility Coordinator Jedynak
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05/27/2026 Regular Meeting Page 8 Mtg. #2026-____, Bk#41, Page __ 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.
Recommended Action: 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.
Senior Planner – Mobility Coordinator Jedynak presented the staff report and responded to Council questions.
Molly Hintlian and Mark Dobbins spoke regarding this item.
COUNCIL ACTION:
O’Hara moved, San Antonio seconded to extend temporary outdoor dining, both in private parking lots and in the public right-of-way, until July 1, 2027. Motion Carried. Ayes: Ehlers, Lyndes, O’Hara, San Antonio, and Shaffer. Nays: None. Absent: None. Abstain: None. 10C. Parks and Recreation Commission Work Plan Outcomes for Fiscal Year 2025-26 and Proposed Work Plan for FY 2026-27. Contact Person: Park Operations Manager Norgard
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.
Recommended Action: 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.
Park Operations Manager Norgard and Chair of the Parks and Recreation Commission Capielo presented the staff report.
Molly Hintlian spoke regarding this item.
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Lyndes moved, Ehlers seconded to approve the proposed Fiscal Year 2026-27 Parks and Recreation Commission Work Plan with the modification of item #7 to Naming and Use Quail Gardens Park Site.
O’Hara moved, San Antonio seconded to approve the proposed Fiscal Year 2026-27 Parks and Recreation Commission Work Plan; with the modification of item the naming of item #7 to Naming and Use Quail Gardens Park Site and remove item #8 from the list. Motion Failed. Ayes:
O’Hara and San Antonio. Nays: Ehlers, Lyndes, and Shaffer. Absent:
None. Abstain: None.
The original motion by Lyndes, seconded by Ehlers, was heard to approve the proposed Fiscal Year 2026-27 Parks and Recreation Commission Work Plan with the modification of item #7 to Naming and Use Quail Gardens Park Site. Motion Carried. Ayes: Ehlers, Lyndes, O’Hara, San Antonio, and Shaffer. Nays: None. Absent: None.
Abstain: None.
COUNCIL ACTION:
Shaffer moved, San Antonio seconded to extend the meeting past 10:00 p.m., but no later than 11:00 p.m. Motion Carried. Ayes: Ehlers, Lyndes, O’Hara, San Antonio, and Shaffer. Nays: None. Absent: None. Abstain: None.
Due to technical issues with staff presentation the Mayor announced item 10E would be heard before item 10D.
10E. Senior Citizen Commission Work Plan Outcomes for Fiscal Year 2025-26 and Proposed Work Plan for Fiscal Year 2026-27. Contact Person:
Recreation Center Manager Mickelson
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.
Recommended Action: 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.
Recreation Center Manager Mickelson and Senior Citizen Commission Member Koblentz presented the staff report.
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05/27/2026 Regular Meeting Page 10 Mtg. #2026-____, Bk#41, Page __ Molly Hintlian and Stephen Lord spoke regarding this item.
COUNCIL ACTION:
Ehlers moved, O’Hara seconded to approve the proposed Fiscal Year 2026-27 Senior Citizen Commission Work Plan with the modifications to item #2 to add language “and in alignment with the City’s Strategic Plan and General Plan” and to clarify the criteria in item #6 removing the qualification of Committee and Sub-Committee members. Motion Carried. Ayes: Ehlers, Lyndes, O’Hara, San Antonio, and Shaffer.
Nays: None. Absent: None. Abstain: None.
10D. Commission for the Arts Work Plan Outcomes for Fiscal Year 2025-26 and Proposed Work Plan for Fiscal Year 2026-27. Contact Person: Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Director Knopp
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.
Recommended Action: 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.
Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Knopp introduced our new Arts Program Manager Laura Garner, and she gave a brief introduction about herself.
Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Director Knopp and Commission for the Arts Chair Katy Fox presented the staff report.
COUNCIL ACTION:
Lyndes moved, Ehlers seconded to approve the proposed Fiscal Year 2026-27 Commission for the Arts Work Plan; with the modification to remove item #3 and on item #10 add clarification to the description that this effort is collaborated with the 101’s on Wayfinding Strategies.
Motion Carried. Ayes: Ehlers, Lyndes, O’Hara, San Antonio, and Shaffer. Nays: None. Absent: None. Abstain: None.
10F. TransNet Local Street Improvement Program of Projects for Fiscal Years 2026-27 Through 2030-31. Contact Person: Senior Management Analyst Lisenbee
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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.
Recommended Action: 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.”
Senior Management Analyst Lisenbee and Director of Engineering Nutter presented the staff report.
COUNCIL DISCLOSURES OF ANY INFORMATION RECEIVED THAT IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE AGENDA PACKET:
Council Member Lyndes stated she had nothing to disclose.
Council Member San Antonio stated he had nothing to disclose.
Council Member Shaffer stated he had nothing to disclose.
Deputy Mayor O’Hara stated he had nothing to disclose.
Mayor Ehlers stated he had nothing to disclose.
Mayor Ehlers opened the public hearing at 10:25 p.m.
There were no speakers on this item.
Mayor Ehlers closed the public hearing at 10:25 p.m.
COUNCIL ACTION:
Lyndes moved, San Antonio seconded to 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.” Motion Carried. Ayes: Ehlers, Lyndes, O’Hara, San Antonio, and Shaffer. Nays: None. Absent: None. Abstain: None. 10G. Adoption of Resolution of Intention No. 2026-19 and Introduction of Docusign Envelope ID: 2B9A99EC-8E80-8CAA-834E-5A07E1D0B123
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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.
Recommended Action: 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.
Director Human Resources von Kalinowski, Human Resources Manager Wecker, Fire Chief Gordon presented the staff report.
Fabian Gonell spoke regarding this item.
COUNCIL ACTION:
San Antonio moved, Shaffer seconded to 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.” Motion Carried. Ayes: Ehlers, Lyndes O’Hara, San Antonio, and Shaffer. Nays: None. Absent: None.
Abstain: None.
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05/27/2026 Regular Meeting Page 13 Mtg. #2026-____, Bk#41, Page __ Administration of the California Public Employees’ Retirement System.” Motion Carried. Ayes: Ehlers, Lyndes O’Hara, San Antonio, and Shaffer. Nays: None. Absent: None. Abstain: None.
Shaffer moved, San Antonio seconded to 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. Motion Carried.
Ayes: Ehlers, Lyndes O’Hara, San Antonio, and Shaffer. Nays: None.
Absent: None. Abstain: None.
10H. City employee vacancies, recruitment and retention efforts. Contact Person: Senior Human Resources Analyst Davies
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.
Recommended Action: Receive a presentation on the status of the city’s employee vacancies, recruitment and retention efforts.
Director Human Resources von Kalinowski presented the staff report.
The Council received an oral presentation on the status of the city’s employee vacancies, recruitment and retention efforts and filed.
11. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
There were no Informational Items.
12. COUNCIL MEMBER INITIATED AGENDA ITEM
There were no Council Member initiated agenda item.
13. CITY COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS PURSUANT TO AB1234 (GC 53232.3(d)) / POSSIBLE DIRECTION TO STAFF
Council Member Lyndes reported she attended the Encina Wastewater Authority Board Meeting and a LOSSAN Board meeting.
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Deputy Mayor O’Hara reported he attended a North County Transit District Board meeting.
Mayor Ehlers reported that he attended an Encina Wastewater Authority Board meeting.
14. CITY MANAGER REPORTS
City Manager Campbell gave an update on the Sheriff Department’s traffic blitzes within the City; and the Shred Event that took place in the City; and spoke regarding the Leucadia At-Grade-Crossing meeting that was held on May 26, 2026.
15. CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS
No City Attorney report was given.
No City Clerk Weichers report was given.
16. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Ehlers adjourned the meeting at 10:59 p.m.
______________________________ __________________________ Pete Weichers, City Clerk Bruce Ehlers, Mayor
By: Jackie Rapp, Deputy City Clerk
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