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CITY COUNCIL
MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, March 19, 2024
Closed Session 4:00 PM/Regular Session 5:30 PM
City Hall
130 Cremona Drive
Goleta, California
Members of the City Council
Mayor Paula Perotte
Mayor Pro Tempore Luz Reyes-Martín, District 1
Councilmember Stuart Kasdin
Councilmember Kyle Richards
Councilmember James Kyriaco, District 2
Robert Nisbet, City Manager
Deborah S. Lopez, City Clerk
Megan Garibaldi, City Attorney
4:00 P.M. - CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Perotte called the meeting to order at 4:00 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCIL
PRESENT: Mayor Perotte, Mayor Pro Tempore Reyes -Martín, Councilmembers Kasdin, Kyriaco, and Richards
ABSENT: None
OPPORTUNITY FOR PUBLIC TO ADDRESS CLOSED SESSION MATTERS None
CLOSED SESSION
Megan Garibaldi, City Attorney, read into the record Closed Session matters as follows:
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Initiation of litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4) with regard to two potential cases.
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CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
Pursuant to the provisions of Government Code Section §54957.6:
Agency Designated Representatives: Robert Nisbet, City Manager Megan Garibaldi, City Attorney
Employee Organization: Goleta General Employees Unit and Goleta Miscellaneous Employees Unit
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION
Pursuant to the provisions of Government Code Section 54956.9(d)1 to confer with its legal counsel with regard to the following one matter of pending litigation:
• City of Goleta v. Regents of the University of California, et al., Santa Barbara County Superior Court, Case No. 21CV04854
RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION AT 4:01 P.M.
5:30 P.M. - REGULAR AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Perotte called the meeting to order at 5:30 P.M., followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCIL
PRESENT: Mayor Perotte, Mayor Pro Tempore Reyes -Martín, Councilmembers Kasdin, Kyriaco, and Richards
ABSENT: None
REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION
Megan Garibaldi, City Attorney, reported on Closed Session Matters as follows:
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Initiation of litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4) with regard to two potential cases.
Action: The City Council gave direction to move forward on one matter of anticipated litigation. Once formally commenced, the City may disclose who the litigation is initiated against upon inquiry. No other reportable action.
CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
Pursuant to the provisions of Government Code Section §54957.6:
Agency Designated Representatives: Robert Nisbet, City Manager Megan Garibaldi, City Attorney
Employee Organization: Goleta General Employees Unit and Goleta Miscellaneous Employees Unit
Action: No reportable action.
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CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION
Pursuant to the provisions of Government Code Section 54956.9(d)1 to confer with its legal counsel with regard to the following one matter of pending litigation:
City of Goleta v. Regents of the University of California, et al., Santa Barbara County Superior Court, Case No. 21CV04854
Action: No reportable action
PUBLIC FORUM
April Reid made comments regarding plan submittals for Kenwood Village and spoke in opposition to the project.
Ethan Woodill spoke in opposition to the Kenwood Village project.
AMENDMENTS OR ADJUSTMENTS TO AGENDA
Robert Nisbet, City Manager, reported that the staff recommends amendments to the agreement for Item A.11 Watershed Technical Services Contract Amendment No. 2 for Fiscal Year 2024-2025, copies of the amended agreement are on the dais and available for the public.
Mr. Nisbet also reported a modification that staff will go over when that item is presented, “Item B.1 Public Hearing on Needs, Goals, and Funding Priorities for the 2024-2025 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program”.
CITY MANAGER/STAFF REPORT
Autumn Glaeser, CIP Division Manager, provided an update on the Cathedral Oaks Crib Wall repair project.
Robert Nisbet, City Manager, announced that this is the last City Council meeting for Charlie Ebeling, Public Works Director, and acknowledged Mr. Ebeling's contributions to the City.
Mr. Nisbet also noted that important cultural observances for the month of April 2024 are listed on the agenda.
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
ITEMS A.9, A.11 AND A.12 WERE PULLED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR.
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A.1 Approval of the City Council Meeting Minutes of March 5, 2024
Approve the City Council Meeting Minutes of March 5, 2024.
Approval of the City Council Meeting Minutes of March 5, 2024
MOTION: Mayor Pro Tempore Reyes -Martín/Councilmember Richards to approve the City Council Meeting Minutes of March 5, 2024.
VOTE: Motion approved by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Mayor Perotte, Mayor Pro Tempore Reyes -Martín, Councilmembers Kasdin, Kyriaco, and Richards. Noes: None.
A.2 Resolution Extending Proclamation of Local Emergency Due to February 2024 Storm Event
Adopt Resolution No. 24-__ entitled, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Goleta, California Extending a Proclamation of the Existence of a Local Emergency."
Resolution Extending Proclamation of Local Emergency Due to February 2024 Storm Event
MOTION: Mayor Pro Tempore Reyes -Martín/Councilmember Richards to adopt Resolution No. 24 -13 entitled, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Goleta, California Extending a Proclamation of the Existence of a Local Emergency."
VOTE: Motion approved by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Mayor Perotte, Mayor Pro Tempore Reyes -Martín, Councilmembers Kasdin, Kyriaco, and Richards. Noes: None.
A.3 Campaign for a Safe and Healthy California
Adopt Resolution No. 24-__ Entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Goleta, California, to Defend Health and Safety Setback Regulations and Endorse the Campaign for a Healthy and Safe California."
Campaign for a Safe and Healthy California
Public Speaker:
Brian Trautwein, Environmental Defense Center, spoke in support of prohibiting oil and gas wells in proximity to residential and commercial developments.
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MOTION: Mayor Pro Tempore Reyes-Martín/Councilmember Richards to adopt Resolution No. 24 -14 Entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Goleta, California, to Defend Health and Safety Setback Regulations and Endorse the Campaign for a Healthy and Safe California."
VOTE: Motion approved by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Mayor Perotte, Mayor Pro Tempore Reyes -Martín, Councilmembers Kasdin, Kyriaco, and Richards. Noes: None.
A.4 Acceptance of the January 2024 Investment Transaction Report
Accept the investment transaction report for the month of January 2024.
Acceptance of the January 2024 Investment Transaction Report
MOTION: Mayor Pro Tempore Reyes -Martín/Councilmember Richards to accept the investment transaction report for the month of January 2024.
VOTE: Motion approved by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Mayor Perotte, Mayor Pro Tempore Reyes -Martín, Councilmembers Kasdin, Kyriaco, and Richards. Noes: None.
A.5 CalRecycle Beverage Container Recycling City/County Payment Program FY 23/24 Grant Proceeds into Environmental Services Division Budget
Approve a budget appropriation and grant revenue in the amount of $8,469 from CalRecycle Beverage Container Recycling City/County Payment Program FY 23/24 Grant Funds to the Environmental Services Division budget, to the accounts described in the fiscal impact section of the report.
CalRecycle Beverage Container Recycling CityCounty Payment Program FY 2324 Grant Proceeds into Environmental Services Division Budget
MOTION: Mayor Pro Tempore Reyes -Martín/Councilmember Richards to approve a budget appropriation and grant revenue in the amount of $8,469 from CalRecycle Beverage Container Recycling
City/County Payment Program FY 23/24 Grant Funds to the Environmental Services Division budget, to the accounts described in the fiscal impact section of the report.
VOTE: Motion approved by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Mayor Perotte, Mayor Pro Tempore Reyes -Martín, Councilmembers Kasdin, Kyriaco, and Richards. Noes: None.
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A.6 Notice of Completion of Goleta Valley Community Center Seismic Retrofit Project - CIP No. 9067 (DR4308)
A. Adopt Resolution No. 24 -__ entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Goleta, California Authorizing the Filing of a Notice of Completion for the Goleta Valley Community Center Seismic Retrofit Project DR 4308 (CIP No. 9067)"; and B. Direct the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion with County Recorder's Office
Notice of Completion of Goleta Valley Community Center Seismic Retrofit Project - CIP No. 9067 (DR4308)
MOTION: Mayor Pro Tempore Reyes-Martín/Councilmember Richards to:
A. Adopt Resolution No. 24 -15 entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Goleta, California Authorizing the Filing of a Notice of Completion for the Goleta Valley Community Center Seismic Retrofit Project DR 4308 (CIP No. 9067)"; and B. Direct the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion with County Recorder's Office
VOTE: Motion approved by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Mayor Perotte, Mayor Pro Tempore Reyes -Martín, Councilmembers Kasdin, Kyriaco, and Richards. Noes: None.
A.7 Amendment No.2 to Agreement No. 2022-018 with DocuSign
Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 2 to Agreement No. 2022-018 with DocuSign, with a term expiring January 31, 2026, and increasing the contract amount by $64,050 for a new total not -to-exceed amount of $126,941.
Amendment No.2 to Agreement No. 2022-018 with DocuSign
MOTION: Mayor Pro Tempore Reyes -Martín/Councilmember Richards to approve and authorize the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 2 to Agreement No. 2022 -018 with DocuSign, with a term expiring January 31, 2026, and increasing the contract amount by $64,050 for a new total not-to-exceed amount of $126,941.
VOTE: Motion approved by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Mayor Perotte, Mayor Pro Tempore Reyes -Martín, Councilmembers Kasdin, Kyriaco, and Richards. Noes: None.
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A.8 Mayoral Appointment to the Standing Naming Committee
Ratify the mayoral appointments of Jeff Campbell and John Birchim to the Standing Naming Committee.
Mayoral Appointment to the Standing Naming Committee
MOTION: Mayor Pro Tempore Reyes -Martín/Councilmember Richards to ratify the mayoral appointments of Jeff Campbell and John Birchim to the Standing Naming Committee.
VOTE: Motion approved by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Mayor Perotte, Mayor Pro Tempore Reyes -Martín, Councilmembers Kasdin, Kyriaco, and Richards. Noes: None.
A.10 Housing Trust Fund of Santa Barbara County - Grant Agreement Financial Support for Fiscal Years 2023-24 and 2024-25
Authorize the City Manager to execute an Agreement for Grant Funds between the City of Goleta and the Housing Trust Fund of Santa Barbara County for the expansion of affordable rental and homeownership housing opportunities in the amount of $25,000 per year for a total of $50,000 for Fiscal Years 2023 -24 and 2024-25, as approved in the Two -Year Budget Plan for FY 2023 -24 and 2024-
25. Housing Trust Fund of Santa Barbara County - Grant Agreement Financial Support for Fiscal Years 2023-24 and 2024-25
MOTION: Mayor Pro Tempore Reyes -Martín/Councilmember Richards to authorize the City Manager to execute an Agreement for Grant Funds between the City of Goleta and the Housing Trust Fund of Santa Barbara County for the expansion of affordable rental and homeownership housing opportunities in the amount of $25,000 per year for a total of $50,000 for Fiscal Years 2023-24 and 2024- 25, as approved in the Two-Year Budget Plan for FY 2023-24 and 2024-25.
VOTE: Motion approved by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Mayor Perotte, Mayor Pro Tempore Reyes -Martín, Councilmembers Kasdin, Kyriaco, and Richards. Noes: None.
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A.13 Report on Issuance of Emergency Permit for Removal of Sixteen (16) Trees at Pacific Oaks Apartments 7170 Davenport Rd; Case No. 23 -0003- EMP
Receive and file this report.
Report on Issuance of Emergency Permit for Removal of Sixteen (16) Trees at Pacific Oaks Apartments 7170 Davenport Rd; Case No. 23-0003-EMP
MOTION: Mayor Pro Tempore Reyes-Martín/Councilmember Richards to receive and file this report.
VOTE: Motion approved by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Mayor Perotte, Mayor Pro Tempore Reyes -Martín, Councilmembers Kasdin, Kyriaco, and Richards. Noes: None.
ITEMS A.9, A.11, AND A.12 WERE PULLED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR.
A.9 General Plan/Coastal Land Use Plan 2023 Progress Report and Finding the Report is Exempt Under the California Environmental Quality Act
Adopt Resolution 24 -__, entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Goleta, California, Approving the General Plan/Coastal Land Use Plan 2023 Progress Report for Submittal to the Governor's Office of Planning and Research and California Department of Housing and Community Development and Finding the Report to be Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act."
General Plan Coastal Land Use Plan 2023 Progress Report and Finding the Report is Exempt Under the California Environmental Quality Act
Staff Speaker:
Anne Wells, Advance Planning Manager
Public Speaker:
April Reid spoke in opposition to the Kenwood Village project.
MOTION: Councilmembers Richards/Kyriaco to adopt Resolution 24 -16, entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Goleta, California, Approving the General Plan/Coastal Land Use Plan 2023 Progress Report for Submittal to the Governor's Office of Planning and Research and California Department of Housing and Community Development and Finding the Report to be
Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act."
VOTE: Motion approved by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Mayor Perotte, Mayor Pro Tempore Reyes -Martín, Councilmembers Kasdin, Kyriaco, and Richards. Noes: None.
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A.11 Watershed Technical Services Contract Amendment No. 2 for Fiscal Year 2024-2025
Authorize the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 2 to Professional Services Agreement No. 2022 -077 with Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. for Watershed Technical Services, increasing the contract authority by $400,000 for a not-to-exceed total of $676,500 and extending the agreement to June 30, 2025.
Watershed Technical Services Contract Amendment No. 2 for Fiscal Year 2024 - 2025
Staff Speaker:
Melissa Nelson, Environmental Services Manager
MOTION: Councilmembers Richards/Kyriaco to authorize the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 2 to Professional Services Agreement No. 2022 -077 with Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. for Watershed Technical Services as amended, increasing the contract authority by $400,000 for a not -to-exceed total of $676,500 and extending the agreement to June 30, 2025.
VOTE: Motion approved by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Mayor Perotte, Mayor Pro Tempore Reyes -Martín, Councilmembers Kasdin, Kyriaco, and Richards. Noes: None.
A.12 Amendment No. 2 to Agreement with Santa Barbara County Association of Governments, regarding Transit and Intercity Rail Capital Program Funding for the Goleta Train Depot Project
Authorize the Mayor to execute Amendment No. 2 to the Agreement between the Santa Barbara County Association of Governments and the City of Goleta, regarding the Transit and Intercity Rail Capital Program for the Goleta Train Depot Project, extending the Agreement for from December 31, 2026, to December 31, 2027, and increasing the total funding amount by $5,600,000 for a new total amount not-to-exceed $17,800,000.
Amendment No. 2 to Agreement with Santa Barbara County Association of Governments, regarding Transit and Intercity Rail Capital Program Funding for the Goleta Train Depot Project
Staff Speaker:
JoAnne Plummer, Parks & Recreation Manager
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Public Speaker:
Ethan Woodill questioned the costs and benefits of the Goleta Train Depot Project.
MOTION: Councilmembers Richards/Kyriaco to authorize the Mayor to execute Amendment No. 2 to the Agreement between the Santa Barbara County Association of Governments and the City of Goleta, regarding the Transit and Intercity Rail Capital Program for the Goleta Train Depot Project, extending the Agreement for from December 31, 2026, to December 31, 2027, and increasing the total funding amount by $5,600,000 for a new total amount not-to-exceed $17,800,000.
VOTE: Motion approved by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Mayor Perotte, Mayor Pro Tempore Reyes -Martín, Councilmembers Kasdin, Kyriaco, and Richards. Noes: None.
B. PUBLIC HEARING
B.1 Public Hearing on Needs, Goals, and Funding Priorities for the 2024 -2025 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program
A. Conduct a public hearing to receive public input on the needs, goals, and objectives of the City's CDBG Program and funding recommendations for the 2024-2025 Action Plan; and B. Approve the recommendations of the Human Services Standing Committee for 2024-2025 CDBG funding to be included in the draft Action Plan.
Public Hearing on Needs, Goals, and Funding Priorities for the 2024 -2025 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program
Staff Speakers:
Cassidy Le Air, Senior Management Analyst
Melissa Cure, Acting Management Analyst
OPENED THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 6:30 P.M.
Councilmember Kyriaco recused himself from Item B.1 due to a conflict of interest under the Political Reform Act arising from his wife's membership on the board of the Isla Vista Youth Project (DBA LEAP), and exited the dais at 6:32 P.M.
Public Speakers:
None
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MOTION: Mayor Pro Tempore Reyes-Martín/Councilmember Richards to approve the recommendations of the Human Services Standing Committee for 2024 -2025 CDBG funding to be included in the draft Action Plan for the Isla Vista Youth Project, (DBA LEAP).
VOTE: Motion approved by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Mayor Perotte, Mayor Pro Tempore Reyes -Martín, Councilmembers Kasdin, and Richards. Noes: None. Recused: Councilmember Kyriaco.
Councilmember Kyriaco returned to the dais at 6:39 P.M.
Public Speakers:
None
CLOSED THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 6:39 P.M.
MOTION: Councilmember Kasdin/Mayor Pro Tempore Reyes -Martín to approve the remaining recommendations of the Human Services Standing Committee for 2024 -2025 CDBG funding to be included in the draft Action Plan.
VOTE: Motion approved by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Mayor Perotte, Mayor Pro Tempore Reyes -Martín, Councilmembers Kasdin, Kyriaco, and Richards. Noes: None.
C. DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEM
C.1 Measure G2012 Agricultural Land Protection Initiative Update
Provide feedback and direction regarding Measure G2012: Agricultural Land Protection Initiative (Measure G) and its corresponding language in the General Plan Land Use Element Subpolicy LU 7.5 Goleta Heritage Farmlands.
Measure G2012 Agricultural Land Protection Initiative Update
Staff Speakers:
Anne Wells, Advance Planning Manager
Cam Audras, Assistant Planner
Public Speakers:
April Reid made comments regarding housing developments.
Brian Trautwein, Environmental Defense Center, and Bob Wignot, the Goodland Coalition, spoke in support of extending Measure G-2012.
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MOTION: Councilmember Kyriaco/Mayor Pro Tempore Reyes -Martín to direct staff move forward with all necessary steps to place an extension of G -2012 The Agricultural Land Protection Initiative and its corresponding language on the ballot for the November 5, 2024 election.
VOTE: Motion approved by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Mayor Perotte, Mayor Pro Tempore Reyes -Martín, Councilmembers Kasdin, Kyriaco, and Richards. Noes: None.
RECESS FROM 7:44 P.M. – 7:50 P.M.
C.2 Planning and Environmental Review Department Priority -Setting Workshop, FY 2024-25 Annual Work Program
Discuss work priorities and adopt an Annual Work Program for FY 2024 -25 for the Planning and Environmental Review Department.
Planning and Environmental Review Department Priority -Setting Workshop, FY 2024-25 Annual Work Program
Staff Speakers:
Peter Imhof, Planning & Environmental Review Director, provided a presentation titled "FY 2024 -25 Annual Work Program Planning and Environmental Review Department City Council Workshop," dated March 19, 2024 (presentation on file).
Anne Wells, Advance Planning Manager
Lisa Prasse, Current Planning Manager
Lucy Graham, Senior Housing Analyst
Dana Murray, Sustainability Manager
Public Speakers:
None
MOTION: Mayor Pro Tempore Reyes-Martín/Councilmember Richards to adopt an Annual Work Program for FY 2024 -25 for the Planning and Environmental Review Department.
VOTE: Motion approved by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Mayor Perotte, Mayor Pro Tempore Reyes -Martín, Councilmembers Kasdin, Kyriaco, and Richards. Noes: None.
D. COUNCIL COMMENTS/ STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS
Mayor Pro Tempore Reyes -Martín reported that at the Public Safety & Emergency Preparedness Standing Committee meeting of March 11, 2024, Santa Barbara County Sheriff personnel introduced Deputy Warden. The Sheriff personnel also provided an update on issues and challenges related to schools, as well as an update on other
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issues in the City. Mayor Pro Tempore Reyes -Martín also reported that the Committee decided to meet twice a year.
Mayor Pro Tempore Reyes -Martín reported that at the Economic Development & Revitalization Standing Committee meeting of March 12, 2024, the Committee considered grant applications related to Economic Development. The Committee's recommendations will return to the City Council for consideration.
Mayor Perotte reported that three community members attended the March 11, 2024 , Public Safety & Emergency Preparedness Standing Committee Meeting.
Mayor Perotte reported that at the Homelessness Issues Standing Committee meeting of March 14, 2024, the Committee received a report from Chuck Flacks , Homelessness Services Coordinator, and considered grant applications related to homelessness issues. The Committee's recommendations will return to the City Council for consideration.
E. CITY ATTORNEY REPORT
Megan Garibaldi, City Attorney, reported that the Supreme Court issued a decision regarding public officials and their use of social media. Best Best & Krieger LLP will be sending out a notification with guidance regarding this ruling.
ADJOURNED AT 9:29 P.M.
GOLETA CITY COUNCIL
_________________________
PAULA PEROTTE,
MAYOR
ATTEST: ___________________________
DEBORAH S. LOPEZ
CITY CLERK