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CITY COUNCIL
MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, January 20, 2026
5:30 PM
City Hall, Council Chambers
130 Cremona Drive
Goleta, California
Members of the City Council
Mayor Paula Perotte
Mayor Pro Tempore Stuart Kasdin, District 4
Councilmember Luz Reyes-Martín. District 1
Councilmember James Kyriaco, District 2
Councilmember Jennifer Smith, District 3
Robert Nisbet, City Manager
Deborah S. Lopez, City Clerk
Isaac Rosen, City Attorney
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 Smith , Councilmembers Kasdin, Kyriaco and Reyes- Martín
ABSENT: None
INTRODUCTION OF SPANISH INTERPRETERS/INTRODUCCIÓN DE
INTÉRPRETES DE ESPAÑOL
Mayor Perotte introduced the Spanish Interpreters for the meeting.
PUBLIC FORUM
Public Comment Received
David Roman questioned why the Lake Los Carneros footbridge is not open and suggested bringing the project in -house to reduce costs, and recommended partnering with local groups.
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Richard Foster commented on the City's Public Work's project backlog, questioned project selection and spending priorities, and suggested eliminating some proposed CIP projects and programs.
Fred Sleiman spoke on behalf of University Mobile Home Park residents, noting the senior designation, and expressed concerns about proposed changes.
April Reid suggested transferring the proposed Kenwood Village housing project to the Shelby site, stating it is more suitable for development.
AMENDMENTS OR ADJUSTMENTS TO AGENDA
None
CITY MANAGER/STAFF REPORT
Robert Nisbet, City Manager, thanked departing City of Goleta Police Chief Frank Vasquez and introduced Jarrett Morse as the new Chief of the Goleta Police Department.
Mayor Perotte presented a City tile to departing City of Goleta Police Chief Frank Vasquez.
Mr. Nisbet reported that the Coffee and Community event will be held on January 31, 2026, from 9:00 A.M. TO 11:00 A.M. at the Goleta Valley Library Express and noted LEAD Goleta started this past week with 35 participants.
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
A.1 Approval of the City Council Meeting Minutes of December 16, 2025 and the Special City Council Meeting Minutes of January 12, 2026
Approve the City Council Meeting Minutes of December 16, 2025 and the Special City Council Meeting Minutes of January 12, 2026
Approval of the City Council Meeting Minutes of December 16, 2025 and the Special City Council Meeting Minutes of January 12, 2026
MOTION: Mayor Pro Tempore Smith/Councilmember Kyriaco to approve the City Council Meeting Minutes of December 16, 2025 and the Special City Council Meeting Minutes of January 12, 2026 VOTE: Motion approved by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Mayor Perotte, Mayor Pro Tempore Smith, Councilmembers Kasdin, Kyriaco and Reyes-Martín. Noes: None.
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A.2 Acceptance of the November 2025 Investment Transaction Report
Accept the investment transaction report for the month of November 2025.
Acceptance of the November 2025 Investment Transaction Report
MOTION: Mayor Pro Tempore Smith /Councilmember Kyriaco to accept the investment transaction report for the month of November 2025.
VOTE: Motion approved by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Mayor Perotte, Mayor Pro Tempore Smith, Councilmembers Kasdin, Kyriaco and Reyes-Martín. Noes: None.
A.3 Purchase of Fleet Vehicles
A. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to negotiate and award a purchase agreement with standard industry terms and approved as to form by the City Attorney, and to execute any and all required documents with the selected vendor(s) to purchase two Ford F -150 Hybrid vehicles in an amount not to exceed $130,000; and
B. Authorize the City Manager to issue purchase orders to, and to execute all required documents with National Auto Fleet Group, via cooperative contract pricing, for the purchase of one Ford F -250 Utility Body and related equipment in an amount not to exceed $70,000; and
C. Authorize the City Manager to approve purchase orders up to 10 percent above the quoted price of any and all vehicles to account for changes in base cost, specifications, or upfitting of the vehicle, which may have transpired since staff originally obtained pricing.
Purchase of Fleet Vehicles
MOTION: Mayor Pro Tempore Smith /Councilmember Kyriaco to A. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to negotiate and award a purchase agreement with standard industry terms and approved as to form by the City Attorney, and to execute any and all required documents with the selected vendor(s) to purchase two Ford F -150 Hybrid vehicles in an amount not to exceed $130,000; and B. Authorize the City Manager to issue purchase orders to, and to execute all required documents with National Auto Fleet Group, via cooperative contract pricing, for the purchase of one Ford F-250 Utility Body and related equipment in an amount not to exceed $70,000; and C. Authorize the City Manager to approve purchase orders up to 10 percent above the quoted price of any and all vehicles to account for changes in
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base cost, specifications, or upfitting of the vehicle, which may have transpired since staff originally obtained pricing.
VOTE: Motion approved by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Mayor Perotte, Mayor Pro Tempore Smith, Councilmembers Kasdin, Kyriaco and Reyes-Martín. Noes: None.
A.4 Second Reading of an Ordinance Amending Section 17.41.030 of the Goleta Municipal Code Regarding Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units to Comply with Recent Changes in State Law and Finding the Actions to Be Statutorily Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act Under Section 21080.17 of the Public Resources Code
Conduct second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 26 -__, entitled "An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Goleta, California, Amending Section 17.41.030 of the Goleta Municipal Code Relating to Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units and Finding the Action to be Statutorily Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act Under Public Resources Code Section 21080.17 (Case No. 25-0005-ORD)."
Second Reading of an Ordinance Amending Section 17.41.030 of the Goleta Municipal Code Regarding Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units to Comply with Recent Changes in State Law and Finding the Actions to Be Statutorily Exempt from
MOTION: Mayor Pro Tempore Smith /Councilmember Kyriaco to conduct second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 26 -01, entitled "An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Goleta, California, Amending Section 17.41.030 of the Goleta Municipal Code Relating to Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units and Finding the Action to be Statutorily Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act Under Public Resources Code Section 21080.17 (Case No. 25-0005-ORD)." VOTE: Motion approved by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Mayor Perotte, Mayor Pro Tempore Smith, Councilmembers Kasdin, Kyriaco and Reyes-Martín. Noes: None.
A.5 Ratification of Santa Barbara County Ordinance No. 5269 and Resolutions 25-250 and 25-251 regarding the Fire Codes
Adopt Resolution No. 26 -__, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Goleta, California, Ratifying Santa Barbara County Ordinance No. 5269, Amending Chapters 10 and 15 of the County Code and Resolutions 25 -250 and 25-251, Pertaining to Building Standards Code, Fire Code, and Wildland -Urban Interface Code within the Jurisdictional Boundaries of the City of Goleta."
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Ratification of Santa Barbara County Ordinance No. 5269 and Resolutions 25-250 and 25-251 regarding the Fire Codes
MOTION: Mayor Pro Tempore Smith /Councilmember Kyriaco to adopt Resolution No. 26-01, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Goleta, California, Ratifying Santa Barbara County Ordinance No. 5269, Amending Chapters 10 and 15 of the County Code and Resolutions 25-250 and 25-251, Pertaining to Building Standards Code, Fire Code, and Wildland -Urban Interface Code within the Jurisdictional Boundaries of the City of Goleta."
VOTE: Motion approved by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Mayor Perotte, Mayor Pro Tempore Smith, Councilmembers Kasdin, Kyriaco and Reyes-Martín. Noes: None.
A.6 Resolution and Agreement for Donation and Relocation of Artwork to the Santa Ynez Chumash Museum and Cultural Center
A. Approve Resolution No. 26 -__, entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Goleta, California, Authorizing the Permanent Relocation and Donation of Surplus Personal Property"; and
B. Authorize the City Manager to execute a Donation Agreement Authorizing the Permanent Relocation and Donation of Surplus Personal Property between the City of Goleta and the Chumash Museum and Cultural Education Foundation.
Resolution and Agreement for Donation and Relocation of Artwork
MOTION: Mayor Pro Tempore Smith/Councilmember Kyriaco to A. Approve Resolution No. 26-02, entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Goleta, California, Authorizing the Permanent Relocation and Donation of Surplus Personal Property"; and B. Authorize the City Manager to execute a Donation Agreement Authorizing the Permanent Relocation and Donation of Surplus Personal Property between the City of Goleta and the Chumash Museum and Cultural Education Foundation.
VOTE: Motion approved by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Mayor Perotte, Mayor Pro Tempore Smith, Councilmembers Kasdin, Kyriaco and Reyes-Martín. Noes: None.
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B. PRESENTATION
B.1 A Proclamation of the City Council of the City of Goleta, California, Proclaiming JoAnne Meade Young as the 2025 Congressional Woman of the Year
A Proclamation of the City Council of the City of Goleta, California, Proclaiming JoAnne Meade Young as the 2025 Congressional Woman of the Year
Mayor Perotte presented a Proclamation Proclaiming JoAnne Meade Young as the 2025 Congressional Woman of the Year.
B.2 A Proclamation of the City Council of the City of Goleta, California, Proclaiming January 19-25, 2026 as E-Bike Safety Awareness Week
A Proclamation of the City Council of the City of Goleta, California, Proclaiming January 19-25, 2026 as E-Bike Safety Awareness Week
Mayor Pro Tempore Smith provided a Proclamation of the City Council of the City of Goleta, California, Proclaiming January 19 -25, 2026 as E -Bike Safety Awareness Week
Public Speakers:
Marsha Hill spoke to the importance of E-Bike safety.
B.3 A Proclamation of the City Council of the City of Goleta, California, Proclaiming January 2026 as Human Trafficking Awareness Month
A Proclamation of the City Council of the City of Goleta, California, Proclaiming January 2026 as Human Trafficking Awareness Month
Councilmember Kasdin provided a Proclamation of the City Council of the City of Goleta, California, Proclaiming January 2026 as Human Trafficking Awareness Month to Tiffany Carty, Santa Barbara County District Attornys Office Victim Witness Program Supervisor
B.4 Goleta Valley Library Interior Design Presentation
Receive a presentation on the current interior design improvements planned for Goleta Valley Library during construction for the Goleta Valley Library Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Safety, and Building Improvement Project.
Goleta Valley Library Interior Design Presentation
Staff speakers
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JoAnne Plummer, Neighborhood Services Director
Elizabeth Saucedo, City Librian provided a presentation titled "Goleta Valley Library Interior Design Presentation," dated January 20. 2026 (presentation on file).
Public Speakers:
None
The City Council received the report.
C. DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEM
C.1 Approval of the Conformed Plans and Specifications, Award of Construction Contract, Budget Appropriation, and Adoption of Categorical Exemption for the Goleta Valley Library ADA, Safety, and Building Improvement Project (CIP No. 9130)
A. Approve the Conformed Plans and Specifications, incorporating addenda and bidding clarifications from the bidding process, for the Goleta Valley Library ADA, Safety, and Building Improvement Project; and
B. Award and Authorize the City Manager to execute a Construction Contract with EJS Construction, Inc. for the Goleta Valley Library ADA, Safety, and Building Improvement Project, in the not -to-exceed amount of $5,394,156, subject to the requirements of the contract documents; and
C. Authorize the General Services Director to approve contract change orders for the Goleta Valley Library ADA, Safety, and Building Improvement Project in an amount not to exceed $809,123; and
D. Authorize a budget appropriation of $457,300 as described in the Fiscal Impacts Section; and
E. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to apply for and enter into any necessary utility and service agreements associated with the Goleta Valley Library ADA, Safety, and Building Improvement Project at any amount that is supported by the project budget; and
F. Adopt Resolution No. 26-03, entitled, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Goleta, California, finding the Goleta Valley Library Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Safety, and Building Improvement Project (CIP No. 9130) Categorically Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15301."
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Approval of the Conformed Plans and Specifications, Award of Construction Contract, Budget Appropriation, and Adoption of Categorical Exemption for the Goleta Valley Library ADA, Safety, and Building Improvement Project (CIP No. 9130)
Staff Speakers:
Matt Fore, General Services Director provided a presentation titled "Approval of the Conformed Plans and Specifications, Award of Construction Contract, Budget Appropriation, and Adoption of Categorical Exemption for the Goleta Valley Library ADA, Safety, and Building Improvement Project (CIP No. 9130)" dated January 20, 2026 (presentation on file).
Cassidy Le Air, Senior Management Analyst
Public Speakers:
None
MOTION: Councilmembers Reyes-Martín/Kasdin to A. Approve the Conformed Plans and Specifications, incorporating addenda and bidding clarifications from the bidding process, for the Goleta Valley Library ADA, Safety, and Building Improvement Project; and B. Award and Authorize the City Manager to execute a Construction Contract with EJS Construction, Inc. for the Goleta Valley Library ADA, Safety, and Building Improvement Project, in the not -to-exceed amount of $5,394,156, subject to the requirements of the contract documents; and C. Authorize the General Services Director to approve contract change orders for the Goleta Valley Library ADA, Safety, and Building Improvement Project in an amount not to exceed $809,123; and D. Authorize a budget appropriation of $457,300 as described in the Fiscal Impacts Section; and E. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to apply for and enter into any necessary utility and service agreements associated with the Goleta Valley Library ADA, Safety, and Building Improvement Project at any amount that is supported by the project budget; and F. Adopt Resolution No. 26 - 03, entitled, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Goleta, California, finding the Goleta Valley Library Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Safety, and Building Improvement Project (CIP No. 9130) Categorically Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15301."
VOTE: Motion approved by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Mayor Perotte, Mayor Pro Tempore Smith, Councilmembers Kasdin, Kyriaco and Reyes- Martín. Noes: None.
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C.2 Goleta West Sanitary District Sewer Spill and the Central Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board Proposed Settlement Agreement
Receive a presentation from staff on the Goleta West Sanitary District sewer spill at Goleta Beach on February 16 and 17, 2024 and the Central Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board Proposed Settlement Agreement.
Goleta West Sanitary District Sewer Spill and the Central Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board Proposed Settlement Agreement
Staff Speaker:
Robert Nisbet, City Manager
Public Speakers:
Brian McCarthy, Co-General Manager of the Goleta West Sanitary District, stated the District is working with technical experts, has been transparent through press releases, coordinated with agencies, and was not previously aware of concerns from the City of Goleta.
Joey Hilliard of the Goleta West Sanitary District stated testing was conducted, storm conditions diluted the spill, and water sampling continued for six months.
Eva Lurenchalk, Director of the Goleta West Sanitary District, explained that penalty funds may be paid to the State or used for a Supplemental Environmental Project, which the District selected.
James Fisher of Fisher Compliance LLC stated the failed main had been previously accessed, the pipe lifespan was reasonable, and spill costs were typical.
Richard Foster expressed concern that penalties would raise sewer rates, and questioned City involvement.
Jena Acos, District Counsel for Goleta West Sanitary District, stated no negligence was found, federal agencies were notified, the assessment began prior to the spill, and actions are intended to prevent future spills.
Molly Troup, Santa Barbara Channelkeeper, stated the settlement may be insufficient
MOTION: Councilmembers Kyriaco/Kasdin to provide authorization for the Mayor and Mayor Pro Tempore to represent the City of Goleta at the upcoming Central Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board meeting regarding the proposed settlement agreement, including authority to speak to the need for an action plan
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regarding communication and pipeline safety, an appropriate fine, and to convey the City’s and residents’ disappointment with the agency’s response, particularly regarding public noticing and communication with a revision to specify the action plan relates to pipeline safety and that fines should be used for prevention and improvement.
VOTE: Motion approved by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Mayor Perotte, Mayor Pro Tempore Smith, Councilmembers Kasdin and Kyriaco. Noes: None . Abstentions: Councilmember Reyes - Martín.
RECESS 9:12 P.M. - 9:17 P.M.
C.3 City of Goleta Transportation Advisory Structure Evaluation Report
A. Receive a report regarding potential organizational structures for the review and consideration of transportation and circulation issues; and B Support the recommendation of Option 1 - No Group/Status Quo, as identified through the evaluation criteria, and direct staff to continue administering transportation and circulation-related issues under the current framework.
Public Comment Received
City of Goleta Transportation Advisory Structure Evaluation Report
MOTION: Councilmember Kasdin/Mayor Perotte to have Public Works organize a community meeting regarding various issues and workplans of larger projects, and city wide issues of concern to the public and to do that in the short term, if timing allows include a transportation master plan as a way of harvesting public concerns, interests and feedback. As far as a commission goes, gets place as one of the action items on the priority list when the budget comes to the City Council
VOTE: Motion approved by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Mayor Perotte, Mayor Pro Tempore Smith, Councilmembers Kasdin, Kyriaco and Reyes-Martín. Noes: None.
Staff Speakers:
Luz "Nina" Buelna, Public Works Director provided a presentation titled "City of Goleta Transportation Advisory Structure Evaluation Report," dated January 20, 2026 (presentation on file).
Teresa Lopes, Principal Civil Engineer
Public Speakers:
Richard Foster recommended Option 5 and made additional suggestions.
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Barry Remis of MOVE Santa Barbara County supported increased community engagement and expressed support for Option 3 or Option 4.
D. COUNCIL COMMENTS/ STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS
None
E. CITY ATTORNEY REPORT
None
ADJOURNED AT 10:43 P.M.
GOLETA CITY COUNCIL
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PAULA PEROTTE,
MAYOR
ATTEST: ___________________________
DEBORAH S. LOPEZ
CITY CLERK