City of Encinitas
Regular City Council Meeting 6:00 p.m.
AGENDA
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24, 2026 -
06:00 PM
p.m.
City of Encinitas - City Council Chambers
505 S. Vulcan Avenue
Encinitas, California 92024
Each speaker is allowed three (3) minutes to address the City Council.
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS
4A.
Presentation of Proclamation declaring July Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Month 4B.
Quarterly Sheriff’s Update
2026-06-24 Item 04B Quarterly Sheriff’s Update - Staff Presentation 4C.
Quarterly Fire Update
2026-06-24 Item 04C Quarterly Fire Report - Staff Presentation
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.
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 June 10, 2026, Special-Closed Session Meeting; and June 10, 2026, Regular Meeting. Contact Person: City Clerk Weichers Approve the Minutes.
2026-06-24 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. 2026-06-24 Item 08C Approval of Warrants List
8D.
Amendment #1 to the Retainer Agreement for City Attorney Services between the City of Encinitas and Colantuono, Highsmith & Whatley, PC. 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 Person: Assistant City Manager Schwarm 1) Adopt Resolution 2026-60 titled, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Encinitas, California, Appointing the City of Encinitas City Attorney" Approving Amendment #1 to the Retainer Agreement for City Attorney services and appointing the Contract City Attorney and Contract Assistant City Attorney; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute Amendment #1 to the Retainer Agreement for City Attorney Services between the City of Encinitas and Colantuono, Highsmith & Whatley, PC. 2026-06-24 Item 08D City Attorney Amendment #1
8E.
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Encinitas Union School District (EUSD or School District) for the School Crossing Guard Program 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 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, to fund up to $169,733 for crossing guards at multiple schools. 2026-06-24 Item 08E EUSD FY26-27 School District Crossing Guard MOU 8F.
Staff request to provide a letter of support for the San Diego Rescue Mission (SDRM) application for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) administered by the Regional Taskforce on Homelessness’ (RTFH) FY 2026 Continuum of Care (CoC) Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) grant to provide regional street outreach services throughout the County of San Diego including within the City of Encinitas. 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 Persons: Homeless Program Coordinator Pugh and Planning Manager Anders Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to provide SDRM a letter of support for the RTFH FY 2026 COC NOFO grant application to expand regional street outreach services throughout the County of San Diego where SDRM already provides services including within the City of Encinitas. 2026-06-24 Item 08F SDRM Letter of Support
2026-06-24 Item 08F SDRM Letter of Support - Public Comment 8G.
Letter of Opposition for SB 569 (Blakespear) Bikeways: removal or reduction of the physical separation: required findings. 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 Ratify the Letter of Opposition for SB 569 (Blakespear) Bikeways: removal or reduction of the physical separation: required findings. 2026-06-24 Item 08G Ratify Letter of Opposition to SB 569 2026-06-24 Item 08G Ratify Letter of Opposition to SB 569 - Public Comment 8H.
Lease Agreement for Encinitas Fire Station #6 located at 770 Rancho Santa Fe Road. Environmental Considerations: The project is exempt from environmental review pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15301 (Existing facilities) in that the proposed lease area expansion of Fire Station #6 consists of a minor alteration of a public facility (an existing fire station) involving negligible expansion of the former use, and the construction of a new fire apparatus garage. The proposed lease amendment provides the City with expanded use of the subject property, increasing the operational footprint of Fire Station #6 from approximately 1,310 square feet to approximately 2,800 square feet (existing floor area). The expanded lease also includes a new approximate 1500 square-foot apparatus garage, additional storage areas, full use of the parking lot, and landscaped areas. The project is also exempt from environmental review pursuant to Guidelines Section 15303 in that Section 15303 (New Construction and Conversion of Small Structures) exempts the conversion of small structures from one use to another where only minor modifications are made in the exterior of the structure and allows an exemption for the addition of accessory structures including garages. None of the exceptions in Section 15300.2 of the CEQA Guidelines apply. Contact Person: Fire Chief Gordon Approve the lease agreement in substantial form, and authorize the City Manager, in conjunction with the City Attorney, to execute a 5-year commercial lease agreement with Rancho Santa Fe Road & Associates LLC. 2026-06-24 Item 08H Fire Station #6 Lease Agreement - Updated 2026-06-18
9. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR Staff reports will be given only if requested by the person who pulled the item.
PROCEDURES FOR PUBLIC HEARINGS ON APPEALS (ITEM 10A): New information such as documents, exhibits, letters, photos, charts, diagrams, videos, etc., WILL NOT be considered by the City Council if presented at this meeting. All material must have been submitted to the City Clerk no less than 7 calendar days prior to this hearing.
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 consider a timely-filed appeal (Case No. APPEAL-009901-2026) of the Planning Commission’s approval for a 27-unit single-family development on a 7.188-acre vacant site. The project is located at 501 Ocean Bluff Way.
Environmental Considerations: An Environmental Impact Report (EIR) was prepared to analyze the potential environmental effects of the project. In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the draft EIR was published for a 45-day review period from May 16, 2025, to June 30, 2025. Comments received during the public review period and corresponding responses are included in the Final EIR. Comments were received from one state agency (California Department of Fish and Wildlife) and 16 individuals (several of whom submitted multiple comment letters).
Through the analysis provided in the EIR, it was determined the project would not result in significant environmental impacts with the incorporation of mitigation measures to reduce the environmental impacts to less than significant levels for:
• Air quality
• Biological Resources
• Cultural Resources
• Noise and Vibration
• Tribal Cultural Resources
Mitigation measures are identified in the EIR to reduce the environmental effects to less than significant levels. The Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP) is included as part of the resolution certifying the Final Environmental Impact Report and provides additional details of the required environmental mitigation measures.Contact Person: Planning Manager Maynard Deny the appeal and adopt draft City Council Resolution No. 2026-58, titled, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City Of Encinitas, California Denying an Appeal Filed by Carol Wood and Affirming the Planning Commission's Approval of a Density Bonus Tentative Map, Design Review Permit and Coastal Development Permit to Authorize the Subdivision of 27 Residential Lots and the Construction of a Single-Family Residential Development Consisting of 27 Single-Family Residences (24 Market Rate Units and 3 Very Low-Income Units), Open Space, Grading, and Landscaping Improvements, Located at 501 Ocean Bluff Way (APN 258-141-23, 258-141-24, 258-141-25, and 258-141-26)" affirming the Planning Commission's decision to adopt Resolution No. PC 2026-05, 2026-06 and 2026-07 approving the density bonus tentative map and waivers, design review permit, and coastal development permit (Case No. MULTI-006443-2023, SUB-006459-2023, DR-006444-2023, CDP-006445-2023, CDP-008050-2025, ENV-007304-2024) with conditions, and the Mitigation, Monitoring and Reporting Program. 2026-06-24 Item 10A Appeal Ocean Bluff Way Agenda Report - Updated 06-23-2026 2026-06-24 Item 10A Appeal Ocean Bluff Way Agenda Report 2026-06-24 Item 10A Appeal Ocean Bluff Way Attachment 01 - Draft City Council Resolution 2026-06-24 Item 10A Appeal Ocean Bluff Way Attachment 02 - 2026-05 - Ocean Bluff Wireless Communication Facility 2026-06-24 Item 10A Appeal Ocean Bluff Way Attachment 03 - 2026-06 - Ocean Bluff Residential Project 2026-06-24 Item 10A Appeal Ocean Bluff Way Attachment 04 - 2026-07 - Ocean Bluff EIR 2026-06-24 Item 10A Appeal Ocean Bluff Way Attachment 05 - November PC Report and Attachments 1-6 2026-06-24 Item 10A Appeal Ocean Bluff Way Attachment 05 - PC-7 Part 01 - November PC report Architectural Plans Reduced 2026-06-24 Item 10A Appeal Ocean Bluff Way Attachment 05 - PC-7 Part 02 - November PC report Architectural Plans 2026-06-24 Item 10A Appeal Ocean Bluff Way Attachment 05 - PC-8 - November PC report report Civil Engineering Plans 2026-06-24 Item 10A Appeal Ocean Bluff Way Attachment 05 - PC-9 - November PC report Landscape Plans 2026-06-24 Item 10A Appeal Ocean Bluff Way Attachment 05 - PC-10 - November PC report WCF Demo Plan 2026-06-24 Item 10A Appeal Ocean Bluff Way Attachment 05 - PC-11 - November PC report PC-11 Density Bonus Report - Numbered 2026-06-24 Item 10A Appeal Ocean Bluff Way Attachment 05 - PC-12 - November PC report Affordable Housing Plan - Numbered 2026-06-24 Item 10A Appeal Ocean Bluff Way Attachment 05 - PC-13 - November PC report FEIR 2026-06-24 Item 10A Appeal Ocean Bluff Way Attachment 05 - PC-14 - November PC report PC-14 DEIR 2026-06-24 Item 10A Appeal Ocean Bluff Way Attachment 05 - PC-15 -November PC report Appendix A_NOP and Comments - Numbered 2026-06-24 Item 10A Appeal Ocean Bluff Way Attachment 05 - PC-16 - November PC report Appendix B_Air Quality Technical Report 2026-06-24 Item 10A Appeal Ocean Bluff Way Attachment 05 - PC-17 - November PC report Appendix C_Biological Technical Report 2026-06-24 Item 10A Appeal Ocean Bluff Way Attachment 05 - PC-18 (1) - November PC report Appendix D-1_Cultural Resources Inventory Report 2026-06-24 Item 10A Appeal Ocean Bluff Way Attachment 05 - PC-18 (2) - November PC report Appendix D-2_Tribal Consultation Correspondence 2026-06-24 Item 10A Appeal Ocean Bluff Way Attachment 05 - PC-19 -November PC report Appendix E_Noise Technical Report 2026-06-24 Item 10A Appeal Ocean Bluff Way Attachment 05 - PC-20 - November PC report Appendix F_Vehicle Miles Traveled Analysis 2026-06-24 Item 10A Appeal Ocean Bluff Way Attachment 05 - PC-21 -November PC report Appendix G_Updated Geotechnical Evaluation 2026-06-24 Item 10A Appeal Ocean Bluff Way Attachment 05 - PC-22 - November PC report Appendix H_Geotechnical Evaluation Lots 15-17 Re-Alignment - Numbered 2026-06-24 Item 10A Appeal Ocean Bluff Way Attachment 05 - PC-23 - November PC report Appendix I_Single Family Green Building Checklist 2026-06-24 Item 10A Appeal Ocean Bluff Way Attachment 05 - PC-24 - November PC report Appendix J_Greenhouse Gases Technical Report 2026-06-24 Item 10A Appeal Ocean Bluff Way Attachment 05 - PC-25 -November PC report Appendix K_Preliminary Hydrology Study - Numbered 2026-06-24 Item 10A Appeal Ocean Bluff Way Attachment 05 - PC-26 - November PC report Appendix L_Stormwater Intake Form and PDP SWQMP 2026-06-24 Item 10A Appeal Ocean Bluff Way Attachment 05 - PC-27 -November PC report Appendix M_Water System Hydraulic Analysis Technical Memorandum 2026-06-24 Item 10A Appeal Ocean Bluff Way Attachment 05 - PC-28 - November PC report Appendix N_Sewer System Analysis 2026-06-24 Item 10A Appeal Ocean Bluff Way Attachment 05 - PC-29 - November PC report Appendix O_Civil and Tentative Map 2026-06-24 Item 10A Appeal Ocean Bluff Way Attachment 05 - PC-30 - November PC report Appendix P_Architectural Plans 2026-06-24 Item 10A Appeal Ocean Bluff Way Attachment 05 - PC-31 - November PC report Appendix Q1_Phase I ESA - Numbered 2026-06-24 Item 10A Appeal Ocean Bluff Way Attachment 05 - PC-32 -November PC report Appendix Q2_Site Assessment Phase II 2026-06-24 Item 10A Appeal Ocean Bluff Way Attachment 05 - PC-33 -November PC report Appendix R_Local Transportation Analysis 2026-06-24 Item 10A Appeal Ocean Bluff Way Attachment 05 - PC-34 - November PC report Appendix S_Supplemental Traffic Memorandum 2026-06-24 Item 10A Appeal Ocean Bluff Way Attachment 05 - PC-35 - November PC report Public Comments 2026-06-24 Item 10A Appeal Ocean Bluff Way Attachment 06 - May PC report 2026-06-24 Item 10A Appeal Ocean Bluff Way Attachment 07 - Appeal 2026-06-24 Item 10A Appeal Ocean Bluff Way Attachment 08 - Applicant’s response to Appeal 2026-06-24 Item 10A Appeal Ocean Bluff Way Attachment 09 - Public Notice with Vicinity Map 2026-06-24 Item 10A Appeal Ocean Bluff Way Attachment 10 - Applicant Supplemental Traffic Analysis 2026-06-24 Item 10A Appeal Ocean Bluff Way Attachment 11 - Ocean Bluff - Applicant Presentation 2026-06-24 Item 10A Appeal Ocean Bluff Way - Appellant Materials 2026-06-24 Item 10A Appeal Ocean Bluff Way - Staff Presentation Updated 06-19-2026 2026-06-24 Item 10A Appeal Ocean Bluff Way - Public Comment 10B.
Public hearing to consider an application to modify a previously approved agricultural permit (AG-006986-2024 and APPEAL-007854-2025/Resolution No. 2025-30) to establish a community garden, allow limited small and large animal keeping, small-scale agricultural production, and associated agricultural uses on the subject property as accessory to the single-family residential use located at 3563 Fortuna Ranch Road. Environmental Considerations: The project has been determined to be exempt from environmental review pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Sections 15301, 15303, and 15304, which exempt operation of existing uses, construction of limited new small structures, and minor alterations of land on private property, respectively. The project meets these criteria. None of the exceptions in Section 15300.2 of the CEQA Guidelines apply, and no historical resources will be impacted by the proposed development. Contact Person: Principal Planner Russell Adopt the attached draft City Council Resolution No. 2026-59 titled, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Encinitas, California Approving an Agriculture Permit Modification for the Continued Operation of a Community Garden, Limited Small and Large Animal Keeping, Small- Scale Agricultural Production, and Associated Agricultural Uses Accessory to the Single-Family Residential Use at 3563 Fortuna Ranch Road (APN: 264-101-36-00)" approving the agricultural permit modification (Case No. AG-008960-2026) with conditions. 2026-06-24 Item 10B Sugar Sweet Farms Ag Permit
2026-06-24 Item 10B Sugar Sweet Farms Ag Permit - Staff Presenation 2026-06-24 Item 10B Sugar Sweet Farms Ag Permit - Public Comment 10C.
Public hearing for consideration of adopting resolutions authorizing the annual indexed adjustments to the cost of services schedule (User Fees) for planning and engineering development processing fees and the Outdoor Dining Right-of-Way Usage Fee 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: Director of Finance / City Treasurer Gallup 1) Conduct a public hearing; 2) Adopt Resolution 2026-52, titled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Encinitas, California, Amending the Schedule of Fees for Planning Services"; 3) Adopt Resolution 2026-53, titled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Encinitas, California, Amending the Schedule of Fees for Engineering Services"; and 4) Adopt Resolution 2026-54, titled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Encinitas, California, Amending the Outdoor Dining Right-of-Way Usage Fee". 2026-06-24 Item 10C Adjustments to Planning and Engineering Fees and Outdoor Dining Fee 2026-06-24 Item 10C Adjustments to Planning and Engineering Fees and Outdoor Dining Fee - Public Comment 10D.
Youth Commission Interviews and Appointments for the 2026-2027 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: City Clerk Weichers 1) Hear from Youth Commission applicants regarding qualifications and interest in serving on the Youth Commission; 2) Discuss as needed; and 3) Council to consider approval of the Mayor's recommendations for nine (9) appointments to the Youth Commission for one-year terms. 2026-06-24 Item 10D Youth Commission Interviews and Appointments 2026-06-24 Item 10D Youth Commission Interviews and Appointments - Public Comment 10E.
Skate Feature Committee Interviews and Appointments. 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 Skate Feature Committee applicants regarding qualifications and interest in serving on the Skate Feature Committee; 2) Discuss as needed; and 3) Council to consider approval of the Mayor's recommendations for ten (10) appointments to the Skate Feature Committee. 2026-06-24 Item 10E Skate Feature Committee Interviews and Appointments 2026-06-24 Item 10E Skate Feature Committee Interviews and Appointments - Updated 2026-06-23 2026-06-24 Item 10E Skate Feature Committee Interviews and Appointments - Public Comment 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. 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 Person: Homeless Program Coordinator Pugh 1) Consider and provide direction to staff to 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 City Council direction is for staff to submit an application and funding is awarded, bring the grant award back to City Council for consideration on accepting the funding. 2026-06-24 Item 10F Encampment Resolution Funding Grant 2026-06-24 Item 10F Encampment Resolution Funding Grant - Staff Presentation 2026-06-24 Item 10F Encampment Resolution Funding Grant - 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 – 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. 10A.
Public hearing to consider a timely-filed appeal (Case No. APPEAL-009901-2026) of the Planning Commission’s approval for a 27-unit single-family development on a 7.188-acre vacant site. The project is located at 501 Ocean Bluff Way.
Environmental Considerations: An Environmental Impact Report (EIR) was prepared to analyze the potential environmental effects of the project. In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the draft EIR was published for a 45-day review period from May 16, 2025, to June 30, 2025. Comments received during the public review period and corresponding responses are included in the Final EIR. Comments were received from one state agency (California Department of Fish and Wildlife) and 16 individuals (several of whom submitted multiple comment letters).
Through the analysis provided in the EIR, it was determined the project would not result in significant environmental impacts with the incorporation of mitigation measures to reduce the environmental impacts to less than significant levels for:
• Air quality
• Biological Resources
• Cultural Resources
• Noise and Vibration
• Tribal Cultural Resources
Mitigation measures are identified in the EIR to reduce the environmental effects to less than significant levels. The Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP) is included as part of the resolution certifying the Final Environmental Impact Report and provides additional details of the required environmental mitigation measures.Contact Person: Planning Manager Maynard Deny the appeal and adopt draft City Council Resolution No. 2026-58, titled, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City Of Encinitas, California Denying an Appeal Filed by Carol Wood and Affirming the Planning Commission's Approval of a Density Bonus Tentative Map, Design Review Permit and Coastal Development Permit to Authorize the Subdivision of 27 Residential Lots and the Construction of a Single-Family Residential Development Consisting of 27 Single-Family Residences (24 Market Rate Units and 3 Very Low-Income Units), Open Space, Grading, and Landscaping Improvements, Located at 501 Ocean Bluff Way (APN 258-141-23, 258-141-24, 258-141-25, and 258-141-26)" affirming the Planning Commission's decision to adopt Resolution No. PC 2026-05, 2026-06 and 2026-07 approving the density bonus tentative map and waivers, design review permit, and coastal development permit (Case No. MULTI-006443-2023, SUB-006459-2023, DR-006444-2023, CDP-006445-2023, CDP-008050-2025, ENV-007304-2024) with conditions, and the Mitigation, Monitoring and Reporting Program. 10E.
Skate Feature Committee Interviews and Appointments. 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 Skate Feature Committee applicants regarding qualifications and interest in serving on the Skate Feature Committee; 2) Discuss as needed; and 3) Council to consider approval of the Mayor's recommendations for ten (10) appointments to the Skate Feature Committee. 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. 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 Person: Homeless Program Coordinator Pugh 1) Consider and provide direction to staff to 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 City Council direction is for staff to submit an application and funding is awarded, bring the grant award back to City Council for consideration on accepting the funding.
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 AUGUST 12, 2026 Notice to the Public:
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