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MINUTES OF THE ENCINITAS CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
JUNE 10, 2026, 6:00 P.M., 505 SOUTH VULCAN AVENUE,
ENCINITAS, CA 92024
1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Ehlers called the meeting to order at 6:04 p.m.
2. ROLL CALL
Present: Mayor Bruce Ehlers, Deputy Mayor Jim O’Hara, Council Members Marco San Antonio and Luke Shaffer
Absent: Council Member Joy Lyndes
Also present: City Manager Campbell, Assistant City Manager Schwarm, Interim City Attorney Thind, Director of Engineering Nutter, Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Director Knopp, Director of Development Services Drapkin, 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 2026 Senior Citizen Service Award to Suzie Perry Mayor Ehlers, in partnership with the Encinitas Rotary Club, presented the 2026 Senior Citizen Service Award to Suzie Perry.
4B. Presentation of Proclamation Honoring Don Hansen
Mayor Ehlers presented the proclamation in honor of Don Hansen to Shirley Hanson and family.
5. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS / POSSIBLE DIRECTION TO STAFF
Mayor Ehlers announced that, due to the number of speakers, the allotted speaking time per individual would be reduced from three minutes to two minutes.
Jim O’Hara spoke regarding School Crossing Guard MOU’s.
Dave Dean spoke regarding sheriff response to calls to homeless activity.
Kris Stewart spoke regarding the new Leucadia Farmers Market location.
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06/10/2026 Regular Meeting Page 2 Mtg. #2026-____, Bk#41, Page __ Hillel Schwartz spoke regarding events held in Encinitas for the 250th anniversary of Independence Day.
Brad Lefkowits spoke regarding City Commission Work Plans.
City Manager Campbell spoke in response and gave an update on all City Commission Work Plans.
Terri-Ann Skelly spoke regarding cannabis use.
Beth Whitteker spoke regarding spoke regarding Pride Month.
Scott Campbell spoke regarding railway crossings.
Jillan Cocayne spoke regarding school initiatives.
Fabian Gonell spoke regarding City MOU’s.
Sara Hoff spoke in support of the Leucadia Farmers Market.
Laura Van Dusen spoke regarding red light camera use within the City.
Bernie Dillon spoke regarding use of crime cameras with the City.
Sheila Cameron spoke regarding the removal of a listed agenda item.
6. REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION
Interim City Attorney Thind reported that the City Council held a Closed Session at approximately 5:00 p.m. to consider two cases listed on the Closed Session Agenda and there were no reportable actions.
7. CHANGES TO THE AGENDA
City Clerk Weichers announced that Item 10C has been removed from the agenda by staff and will be brought back to City Council in August.
8. CONSENT CALENDAR
City Clerk Weichers announced that Items 8D, 8F, 8H and 8J have been pulled by members of the public.
COUNCIL ACTION:
San Antonio moved, Shaffer seconded to close and adopt the Consent Calendar with the exception of Items 8D, 8F, 8H and 8J. Motion Carried.
Ayes: Ehlers, O’Hara, San Antonio, and Shaffer. Nays: None. Absent:
Lyndes. Abstain: None.
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06/10/2026 Regular Meeting Page 3 Mtg. #2026-____, Bk#41, Page __ 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 20, 2026, Special Meeting; May 27, 2026, Special Closed Session Meeting; and May 27, 2026, Special 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.
8E. Professional services agreement for planning services to support planning application processing, building/grading permit plan check processing, regulatory permit and other planning functions. Contact Person: Planning Manager Maynard
Environmental Considerations: The action being considered by the City Council is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15060(c)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines because it is not a “project” as defined in Section 15378(b)(5). The action involves an organizational or administrative activity of government that will not result in direct or indirect physical change in the environment.
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to enter into an agreement with Civic Solutions, Inc., for a not-to-exceed agreement amount of $1,303,300 for three (3) years, with options to renew (upon the execution of a written extension agreement), for another two (2) one-year terms based upon workload needs and available budget for a total not-to-exceed agreement amount of $2,261,350.
8G. Agreement with Specialty Municipal Services, Inc. for Citywide Abatement Services. Contact Person: Management Analyst Horn
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: Authorize the City Manager, in consultation with the Interim City Attorney, to execute the Citywide Abatement Services Agreement in substantial form between the City of Encinitas and Specialty Municipal Services, Inc. (SMS) for an initial two-year term, and all options to extend upon satisfactory performance and mutual agreement, for a total not-to-exceed amount of $593,704 for the initial two-year term, and $1,205,338 over the four-year period if all extension options are exercised 8I. One-year Management Services Agreements between the City of Encinitas (“City”) and Encinitas Chamber of Commerce, Cardiff 101 Main Street Association, Encinitas 101 MainStreet Association, and the Leucadia 101 Main Street Association. Contact Persons: Management Analyst III Welnick 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: It is recommended that City Council authorize the City Manager, or designee, in coordination with the Interim City Attorney, to execute the following in substantial form as hereto: 1) One-year Management Services Agreement with Encinitas Chamber of Commerce in the amount of $52,000 for Fiscal Year 2026-27; 2) One-year Management Services Agreement with Cardiff 101 Main Street Association in the amount of $47,000 for Fiscal Year 2026-27; 3) One-year Management Services Agreement with Encinitas 101 MainStreet Association in the amount of $47,000 for Fiscal Year 2026-27; and 4) One-year Management Services Agreement with Leucadia 101 Main Street Association in the amount of $47,000 for Fiscal Year 2026-27.
8K. A Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Encinitas and Cardiff 101 Main Street for a community special event at Encinitas Community Park. Contact Person: Senior Management Analyst Gilliam 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 and authorize the City Manager in coordination with the City Attorney, to execute a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the City of Encinitas and Cardiff 101 Main Street to host the Cardiff Dog Days of Summer event on Sunday August 2, 2026, in substantial form.
9. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR
8D. Professional Services Agreement for between the City of Encinitas and AdminSure Inc. for Third-Party Administration (TPA) of the City’s Self- Insured Worker’s Compensation program. Contact Person: Department Manager Chapman
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: Authorize the City Manager to execute the Professional Services Agreement between the City of Encinitas and AdminSure Inc. for Third-Party Administration (TPA) of the City’s Self- Insured Worker’s Compensation program in the amount of $244,223, effective August 1, 2026 through July 31, 2031.
Sheila Cameron spoke regarding this item.
Department Manager Chapman and Assistant City Manager Schwarm responded to speaker and Council questions.
COUNCIL ACTION:
O’Hara moved, San Antonio seconded to a Authorize the City Manager to execute the Professional Services Agreement between the City of Encinitas and AdminSure Inc. for Third-Party Administration (TPA) of the City’s Self-Insured Worker’s Compensation program in the amount of $244,223, effective August 1, 2026 through July 31, 2031. Motion Carried. Ayes: Ehlers, O’Hara, San Antonio, and Shaffer. Nays: None.
Absent: Lyndes. Abstain: None.
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Management Analyst Horn
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: Authorize the City Manager, in consultation with the Interim City Attorney, to execute the Signs and Sign Hardware Agreement in substantial form between the City of Encinitas and Hi-Way Safety for an initial two-year term, and all options to extend upon satisfactory performance and mutual agreement, for a total not-to-exceed amount of $290,000 for the initial two-year term, and $580,000 over the four-year period if all extension options are exercised.
Sheila Cameron spoke regarding this item.
Department Director Mabry and Management Analyst Horn responded to speaker and Council questions.
COUNCIL ACTION:
Ehlers moved, O’Hara seconded to authorize the City Manager, in consultation with the Interim City Attorney, to execute the Signs and Sign Hardware Agreement in substantial form between the City of Encinitas and Hi-Way Safety for an initial two-year term, and all options to extend upon satisfactory performance and mutual agreement, for a total not-to-exceed amount of $290,000 for the initial two-year term, and $580,000 over the four-year period if all extension options are exercised. Motion Carried. Ayes: Ehlers, O’Hara, San Antonio, and Shaffer. Nays: None. Absent: Lyndes. Abstain: None. 8H. Modified Professional Service Agreement between the City of Encinitas and Granicus, LLC. for proactive identification, monitoring, documenting and compliance outreach for Short-Term Rentals. Contact Person: Code Enforcement Manager Jemison
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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 direct or indirect physical change in the environment.
Recommended Action: Modify the Professional Service Agreement between the City of Encinitas (“City”) and Granicus, LLC (“Consultant”) for proactive identification, monitoring, and documenting for the enforcement of Short-Term Rentals, not to exceed the amount of $120,600 over the five- year life of the Agreement.
Vivian Lamberti-Vail spoke regarding this item.
Jerry Sodomka and Susan Turney registered opposition of the recommended action but chose not to speak.
Molly Hintlian registered support of the recommended action but chose not to speak.
Development Service Director Drapkin, Code Enforcement Manager Jemison, and City Manager Cambell responded to the speaker and Council questions.
COUNCIL ACTION:
Shaffer moved, Ehlers seconded to modify the Professional Service Agreement between the City of Encinitas (“City”) and Granicus, LLC (“Consultant”) for proactive identification, monitoring, and documenting for the enforcement of Short-Term Rentals, not to exceed the amount of $120,600 over the five-year life of the Agreement. Motion Carried. Ayes: Ehlers, O’Hara, San Antonio, and Shaffer. Nays: None. Absent: Lyndes. Abstain: None.
8J. A Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Encinitas and Encinitas Friends of the Arts. 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.
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06/10/2026 Regular Meeting Page 8 Mtg. #2026-____, Bk#41, Page __ Recommended Action: Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the City of Encinitas and Encinitas Friends of the Arts in substantial form in consultation with the Interim City Attorney, to elevate arts and culture in the community through advocacy and support of quality arts and cultural programs and events in the community through June 30, 2027.
Molly Hintlian spoke regarding this item.
Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Director Knopp responded to speaker and Council questions.
COUNCIL ACTION:
Shaffer moved, Ehlers seconded to approve and authorize the City Manager to execute a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the City of Encinitas and Encinitas Friends of the Arts in substantial form in consultation with the Interim City Attorney, to elevate arts and culture in the community through advocacy and support of quality arts and cultural programs and events in the community through June 30, 2027. Motion Carried. Ayes: Ehlers, O’Hara, San Antonio, and Shaffer.
Nays: None. Absent: Lyndes. 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 and Consideration of Adopting Parks and Recreation User Fee Adjustments based on the annual average Consumer Price Index (CPI) adjustments from 2025 for the San Diego Region. Contact Person: Senior Management Analyst Gilliam
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) Conduct a public hearing; and 2) Adopt City Council Resolution No. 2026-44, titled, “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Encinitas Amending the Parks and Recreation User Fees.” Docusign Envelope ID: FFD4FDA4-DF09-85DF-81D5-3C7A96E37D07
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Senior Management Analyst Gilliam presented the staff report.
COUNCIL DISCLOSURES OF ANY INFORMATION RECEIVED THAT IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE AGENDA PACKET:
Council Member San Antonio stated he had nothing to disclose.
Council Member Shaffer stated he had nothing to disclose.
Mayor Ehlers stated he had nothing to disclose.
Mayor Ehlers opened the public hearing at 7:36 p.m.
There were no public speakers.
Mayor Ehlers closed the public hearing at 7:36 p.m.
COUNCIL ACTION:
O’Hara moved, San Antonio seconded to: 1) Conduct a public hearing; and 2) Adopt City Council Resolution No. 2026-44, titled, “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Encinitas Amending the Parks and Recreation User Fees.” Motion Carried. Ayes: Ehlers, San Antonio, and Shaffer. Nays: None. Absent: Lyndes. Abstain: O’Hara.
Deputy Mayor O’Hara returned to Council Chambers at 7:37 p.m. 10B. Council to hear from applicants and make one appointment to the Parks and Recreation Commission. 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: 1) Hear from applicants regarding qualifications and interest in serving on the Parks and Recreation Commission; 2) Discuss as needed; and 3) Council to consider approval of the Mayor’s recommendations for one (1) appointment to the Parks and Recreation Commission to fill an unscheduled vacancy with a term ending March 1, 2027.
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06/10/2026 Regular Meeting Page 10 Mtg. #2026-____, Bk#41, Page __ City Clerk Weichers presented the staff report and announced that one of the candidates, Justin Conn, had withdrawn his application.
Applicant Megan Humphreys was present earlier but left before the item was heard, she submitted a written statement for the record.
COUNCIL ACTION:
Ehlers moved, Shaffer seconded to appoint Megan Humphreys to the Parks and Recreation Commission to fill an unscheduled vacancy with a term ending March 1, 2027.
Deputy Mayor O’Hara made a substitute motion to not appoint anyone to the commission, reopen recruitment, and bring this item back for consideration at a later date. Motion failed for lack of a second.
The original motion was voted on:
Ehlers moved, Shaffer seconded to appoint Megan Humphreys to the Parks and Recreation Commission to fill an unscheduled vacancy with a term ending March 1, 2027. Motion Carried. Ayes: Ehlers, San Antonio, and Shaffer. Nays: O’Hara. Absent: Lyndes. Abstain: None. 10C. Mobility & Traffic Safety Commission (MTSC) Work Plan Outcomes for Fiscal Year 2025-26 and Proposed Work Plan for Fiscal Year 2026-27.
Contact Person: City Traffic Engineer Bandegan
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 MTSC Work Plan; and 2) Approve the proposed Fiscal Year 2026-27 MTSC Work Plan.
This item was removed from the agenda by staff and will return to Council at a later date.
10D. Analysis of City Council-Initiated Item Regarding Village Park Way and Park Dale Lane Intersection Potential Safety Improvements. 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: Review and provide direction to staff on proposed near-term and long-term improvements.
Traffic Engineer Barr presented the staff report and he and Director of Engineering Nutter responded to preliminary Council questions.
Molly Hintlian, Justin Loflen, Farhad Mahmoudi, Krista Lamp, Abigal Brown, Bernie Dillon, and Sheila Cameron spoke regarding this item.
Pete Albanese and Jessica Loflen registered support of the recommended action but chose not to speak.
Traffic Engineer Barr and Director of Engineering Nutter responded to Council questions and Council provided feedback.
COUNCIL ACTION:
O’Hara moved, Ehlers seconded to a direct staff to make the following safety improvements on Village Park Way:
• All-Way Stop Control at Village Park Way and Gatepost Road • Lane Narrowing to reduce existing lane widths to a minimum of 11 feet
• Removal of at minimum the northbound left‑hand turn lane • Install refuge islands within Village Park Way crossing area • Install fixed radar feedback signs on Village Park Way • Investigate the Installation of fixed radar feedback signs on Mountain Vista
• Addition of Advance Warning Signage for school pedestrian activity with Children Present Signs with Blinking Lights During School Hours
• Coordinate targeted traffic enforcement during school arrival and dismissal periods
• Sight Distance Improvements & Maintenance with Red Curb additions at 25 ft
• Landscaping maintenance and sight distance improvements with the Trimming or removal of vegetation and other visual obstructions within the public right-of-way and sight triangles • Add a second school crossing guard to the MOU for the intersection
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Motion Caried. Ayes: Ehlers, O’Hara, San Antonio, and Shaffer. Nays:
None. Absent: Lyndes. Abstain: None.
Mayor Ehlers called the meeting into recess at 8:47 p.m., and reconvened the meeting at 9:05 p.m.
10E. Review and consideration of extending the expiration date for Housing Certification Program (HCP) deed restricted covenants and extending the Affordable Unit Policy (AUP) which are set to expire on June 16, 2026.
Contact Person: Associate Planner Brenner
Environmental Considerations: The action being considered by the City Council is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under Section 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines because it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the proposed activity will have a significant effect on the environment.
The previously approved AUP or HCP units would be exempt from environmental review pursuant to CEQA Guidelines, Section 15303 (a) – Class 3 - (New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures) which exempts the construction of secondary (accessory) dwelling units in a residential zone from environmental review.
Recommended Action: Staff recommends that the City Council provide direction on extending the AUP and HCP deed restricted covenants and if so, the duration of such extension.
Associate Planner Brenner presented the staff report.
Ellen Burr spoke regarding this item.
Associate Planner Brenner, Planning Manager Anders, and Director of Development Services Director Drapkin responded to Council questions.
COUNCIL ACTION:
O’Hara moved, Ehlers seconded to extend the Housing Certification Program deed restricted covenants program for one year with an expiration date of June 30, 2027; and discontinue the Affordable Unit Policy housing program. Motion Carried. Ayes: Ehlers, O’Hara, San Antonio, and Shaffer. Nays: None. Absent: Lyndes. Abstain: None. 10F. Grant application to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) Encampment Resolution Funding (ERF) Grant Program’s Round 5 (ERF-5-R) Funding. Contact Person: Homeless Program Coordinator Pugh
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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 direct or indirect physical change in the environment.
Recommended Action: 1, ) Authorize the City Manager, in coordination with the City Attorney, to submit an application to HCD for Encampment Resolution Funding Round 5 (ERF-5-R); and 2) If funding is awarded, authorize the City Manager to enter, execute, and deliver an agreement with HCD in an amount to be awarded.
Homeless Program Coordinator Pugh presented the staff report and responded to preliminary Council question.
SPEAKERS:
Molly Hintlian and John Van Cleef spoke regarding this item.
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, O’Hara, San Antonio, and Shaffer. Nays: None. Absent: Lyndes. Abstain: None.
SPEAKERS Continued:
Karen Kaden, Scott Campbell, Dennis Kaden, Bob Kent. Jim Stiven, Fabian Gonell, and Rachel Graves regarding this item.
Karen Koblentz registered support of the recommended action but chose not to speak.
Homeless Program Coordinator Pugh, Planning Manager Anders, and Director of Development Services Director Drapkin responded to Council questions.
COUNCIL ACTION:
Ehlers moved, O’Hara seconded to Modify the ERF-5-R grant application to include more consistent language based on San Diego Rescue Mission’s model and the PowerPoint presentation; and to return to the June 24, 2026, Council meeting with the updated report.
Motion Carried. Ayes: Ehlers, O’Hara, San Antonio, and Shaffer.
Nays: None. Absent: Lyndes. Abstain: None.
COUNCIL ACTION:
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10G. Consideration of resolutions calling a General Municipal Election and requesting the County Board of Supervisors to consolidate the City’s General Municipal Election with the Statewide General Election. 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: 1) Adopt Resolution No. 2026-46, titled “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Encinitas, California, Calling for the Holding of a General Municipal Election to be Held On Tuesday, November 3, 2026, for the Election of Certain Officers as Required by the Provisions of the Laws of the State of California Relating to General Law Cities”; and 2) Adopt Resolution No. 2026-47, titled “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Encinitas, California, Requesting the Board of Supervisors of the County of San Diego to Consolidate a General Municipal Election to be Held on November 3, 2026, with the Statewide General Election to be Held on the Date Pursuant to Section 10403 of the Elections Code.”
City Clerk Weichers presented the staff report.
COUNCIL ACTION:
Shaffer moved, Ehlers seconded to: 1) Adopt Resolution No. 2026-46, titled “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Encinitas, California, Calling for the Holding of a General Municipal Election to be Held On Tuesday, November 3, 2026, for the Election of Certain Officers as Required by the Provisions of the Laws of the State of California Relating to General Law Cities”; and 2) Adopt Resolution No. 2026-47, titled “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Encinitas, California, Requesting the Board of Supervisors of the County of San Diego to Consolidate a General Municipal Election to be Held on November 3, 2026, with the Statewide General Election to be Held on the Date Pursuant to Section 10403 of the Elections Code.” Motion Carried. Ayes: Ehlers, O’Hara, San Antonio, and Shaffer.
Nays: None. Absent: Lyndes. Abstain: None.
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11. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
There were no Informational Items.
12. COUNCIL MEMBER INITIATED AGENDA ITEM
There were no Council Member initiated agenda items.
13. CITY COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS PURSUANT TO AB1234 (GC 53232.3(d)) / POSSIBLE DIRECTION TO STAFF
Deputy Mayor O’Hara reported he attended the SANDAG Board regional planning meeting with the North County Transit District Board.
Mayor Ehlers reported that he attended the San Diego Community Power Board Meeting for Council Member San Antonio, SANDAG Regional Planning Committee Meeting and the Encina Wastewater Authority Board Meeting.
14. CITY MANAGER REPORTS
City Manager Campbell gave an update on the second public workshop for the Quail Gardens Park Site on Monday, June 22, 2026, from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
15. CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS
No City Attorney report was given.
City Clerk Weichers announced we are currently accepting applications for and unscheduled vacancy on the Commission for the Arts and that closes on June 18, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.
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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