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CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2025
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Dee called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chamber, 154 South Eighth Street, Grover Beach, California.
FLAG SALUTE The flag salute was led by Ramona Jeffries, a 9-year-old, 3Ro grade student at Grover Heights Elementary School.
ROLL CALL
City Council: Council Members Kathy Mccorry-Driscoll, Jules Tuggle, Clint Weirick, Mayor Pro Tern Robert Robert, and Mayor Kassi Dee were present.
City Staff: City Manager Matthew Bronson, Assistant City Manager Kristin Eriksson, City Attorney Jennifer Thompson, City Clerk Wendi Sims, Police Chief Jim Munro, Public Works Director/City Engineer Greg Ray, Administrative Services Director Nick Szamet, Community Development Director Megan Martin were also present.
CLOSED SESSION ANNOUNCEMENTS
None.
AGENDA REVIEW
Action: Upon unanimous consensus, the Council adopted the agenda as presented.
CEREMONIAL CALENDAR
None.
PRESENTATIONS I None.
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PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS The Mayor opened the floor to any member of the public for comment on items of interest which were within the jurisdiction of the City Council, but were not listed on the agenda.
• Margaret Camara
• Deon Nielsen Price
• Joy Brehn
• Mike Wilson
• Linda Walter
• Kevin Coveduck
• Randy Pfizer
• Steven Brehn
• Brenda Auer
• Dan Fitch
• Tim Suediko
• John Wysong
• Debbie Peterson
There being no further public comments received, and the Mayor closed public comment.
CONSENT AGENDA
Prior to consideration of the Consent Agenda, Mayor Dee opened public comment. • Brenda Auer
• Joy Brehn
• Debbie Peterson
There being no additional public comments received, and the Mayor closed public comment.
Minutes: City Council Meeting
Monday, December 8, 2025
It was motioned by Council Member Weirick and seconded by Council Member Tuggle to approve Consent Agenda Item No. 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 as recommended. The motion carried on the following roll call vote:
1. AYES: Council Members - Mccorry-Driscoll, Tuggle, Weirick, Mayor Pro Tern Robert and Mayor Dee
NOES: Council Members - None
ABSENT: Council Members - None
ABSTAIN: Council Members - None
Treasurer's Reports for the Period of October 1, through October 31, 2025 and November 1, through November 30, 2025
Action: Approved the Treasurer's Reports as submitted.
2. Treasurer's Reports for the 2025 Sewer Bond Account - $5,000,000 for the Period of October 1, through October 31, 2025 and November 1, through November 30, 2025 Action: Approved the Treasurer's Reports as submitted.
3. Minutes of the City Council Meeting on Tuesday, November 10, 2025 Action: Approved the minutes as submitted.
4. FY 2025-26 First Quarter Financial Review
Action: Received and filed the FY 2025-26 First Quarter Financial Review.
5. FY 2024-2025 Development Impact Fee Annual Report
Action: Received and filed the FY 2024-2025 Development Impact Fee Report pursuant to Government Code Section 66006.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
None.
REGULAR BUSINESS
6. Appointments to Fill Citizen Oversight Committees for Transaction & Use Tax Revenue Measures and Measure K-14
Mayor Dee read the title of the foregoing item and deferred to staff for a report.
City Manager Bronson gave a brief overview of the interview process for the Oversight Committees.
Mayor Dee introduced each applicant, and they were each asked 3 questions. • Gabrielle Weeks
• Dennis Nulman
• Jerry Ferguson
• Karen Bright
• Michael Teeling
• Jeff Lee
• Holly Barrett
• Loren Westphal
• Marcia Thornton
• Scott Steele
Mayor Dee opened and invited public comments on this matter. • Brenda Auer
There being no further public comments received, the Mayor Closed the public comment.
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Minutes: City Council Meeting
Monday, December 8, 2025
RECESS: Mayor Dee requested a recess; upon consensus of the City Council the meeting recessed at 7:40 p.m.
RECONVENE: At 7:50 p.m. the meeting was reconvened with the members of Council present.
Action: It was motioned by Mayor Pro Tern Robert and seconded by Council Member Mccorry-Driscol to conduct interviews of applicants and made appointments to fill five seats: Jerry Ferguson, Jeff Lee, Scott Steele, Gabrielle Weeks and Loren Westphal on the Citizen Oversight Committee for Transaction and Use Revenue Measures and made appointments to fill three seats: Karen Bright, Dennis Nulman and Michael Teeling on the Citizen Oversight Committee for Revenue Measure K-14 with terms ending in 2029.
AYES: Council Members - Mccorry-Driscoll, Tuggle, Weirick, Mayor Pro Tern Robert and Mayor Dee
NOES: Council Members - None
ABSENT: Council Members - None
ABSTAIN : Council Members - None
7. Central Coast Blue Advance Water Purification Facility Update Mayor Dee read the title of the foregoing item and deferred to staff for a report.
Community Development Director Martin gave a PowerPoint presentation regarding the City's responsibilities for the Central Coast Blue Advance Water Purification Facility. She also introduced Jorge Garcia, Pismo Beach City Manager, who also gave a presentation on the status of the facility and answered questions about the project.
Mayor Dee opened and invited public comments on this matter. • Donna De La Rosa
• Kelvin Coveduck
• Maria Wooleyh
• Debbie Peterson
• Loren Westphal
There being no further public comments received, the Mayor Closed the public comment.
Action: City Council received an update on the Central Coast Blue Water Purification Facility project by the City of Pismo Beach.
8. 2026 City Council Assignments to Boards, Commissions and Committees Mayor Dee read the title of the foregoing item and deferred to staff for a report.
City Manager Bronson reviewed the process of possible updates to the City Council assignments or keeping them as is.
Mayor Dee opened and invited public comments on this matter. There being no public comments received, the Mayor Closed the public comment.
Action: It was motioned by Council Member Mccorry-Driscoll and seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Robert to adopt Resolution No. 25-40 confirming the Council assignments and authorize the City Clerk to update FPPC Form 806 for posting on the City's website.
AYES: Council Members - Mccorry-Driscoll, Tuggle, Weirick, Mayor Pro Tern Robert and Mayor Dee
NOES: Council Members - None
ABSENT: Council Members - None
ABSTAIN: Council Members - None
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Resolution No. 25-40: A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Grover Beach, California, Revising City Council Committee Assignments for Calendar Year 2026.
9. Appointment of Mayor Pro Tern for 2026
Mayor Dee read the title of the foregoing item and deferred to staff for a report.
City Attorney Thompson gave a review of the process of the Mayor appointing a Mayor Pro Tern for 2026.
Mayor Dee opened and invited public comments on this matter. There being no public comments received, the Mayor Closed the public comment.
Action: Mayor Dee appointed Mayor Pro Tern Robert Robert to continue serving as Mayor Pro Tern , for a one-year appointment, effective immediately.
COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS
A. Council Member Mccorry-Driscoll reported on attending the Visit SLO Cal Advisory Meeting.
B. Council Member Tuggle discussed attending the Homeless Services Oversight Council (HSOC), SLO County Water Resources Advisory Committee (WRAC), South County Chambers of Commerce (SCCC), and Zone Three Advisory Committee meetings.
C. Council Member Weirick mentioned attending the Community Action Partnership of San Luis Obispo County (CAPSLO) meeting.
D. Mayor Pro Tern reported attending the Integrated Waste Management Authority (IWMA) and Air Pollution Control District (APCD) meetings.
COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS
Mayor Dee questioned the process of council discussing an item such as the height limit on a building. Discussion among all Council and City Staff with concurrence from all of Council to agendize a study session regarding State Housing Laws and how they affect a City's Development Code.
Council Member Mccorry-Driscoll questioned if anyone was aware of a non-profit in need of Children's items such as school supplies and toys to let her know.
Council Member Tuggle requested the City Attorney be introduced and an explanation of why we have a new City Attorney. She also stated she is looking forward to the parade this weekend.
Council Member Weirick mentioned he attended the League of California Cities Policy Conference, the Grange's Pancake Breakfast, Narvacan Association of Central California Thanksgiving event, the Filipino Community Center's unveiling of their new BBQ pit; and a few other events in the 5 Cities area.
Mayor Pro Tern Robert mentioned making over 400 pancakes at the Grange's Pancake Breakfast and sent a heartfelt Thank you to all who donated to the Exploration Discovery Center.
Mayor Dee expressed her excitement for the upcoming Holiday Parade on Saturday and wished everyone a Happy Holidays.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORTS AND COMMENTS
City Manager Bronson stated work is underway on both the Sewer Upgrade Project and the Ramona Garden Park project. He reiterated the comments made by the Council regarding the Annual Holiday Parade that will take place on December 13th at 10:00 am beginning at 16th Street and Grand. He mentioned the Holiday of Lights Decorating Contest is happening now and if you would like to nominate a resident or business you can send an email to [email protected]. And lastly, he wished everyone a Happy Holidays and relayed the next regularly scheduled City Council meeting will be on January 12, 2026.
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Minutes: City Council Meeting
Monday, December 8, 2025
CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORTS AND COMMENTS
None.
CLOSED SESSION
None.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the City Council, Mayor Dee adjourned the meeting at 9:35 p.m.
Attest: ,
WENDI
~~ SIMS, CITY CLERK
(Approved at CC Mtg 1/12/2026)
~~ KASSI DEE, MAYOR