MINUTES
City of Guadalupe
Regular Meeting of the Guadalupe City Council
Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at 6:00 pm
City Hall, Council Chambers, 918 Obispo Street, Guadalupe CA 93434 and
Hampton Inn Titusville
4760 Helen Hauser Blvd. Titusville, FL 32780
1. ROLL CALL:
Council Member Eugene Costa Jr.
Council Member Whitney Furness
Council Member Amelia M. Villegas
Mayor Pro Tempore Christina Hernandez
Mayor Ariston Julian
Mayor Julian called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
All Present.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. MOMENT OF THANKS, APPRECIATION OR CONDOLENCES
Council Member Villegas gave condolences for Constance Connie Gonzalez she was a long-time resident of Guadalupe.
4. AGENDA REVIEW
At this time the City Council will review the order of business to be conducted and receive requests for, or make announcements regarding, any change(s) in the order of business.
Mayor Julian asked that agenda item no. 13, Classification and Job Description for Accounting Analyst, be moved to agenda item no. 11, and that agenda item no. 11, Street Name Change for Calle Cesar Chavez, be moved to agenda item no. 13.
5. COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION FORUM
Each person will be limited to a discussion of three (3) minutes or as directed by the Mayor. Pursuant to the provisions of the Brown Act, no action may be taken on these matters unless they are listed on the agenda, or unless certain emergency or special circumstances exist. City Council may direct staff to investigate and/or schedule certain matters for consideration at a future City Council meeting.
May 12, 2026 City of Guadalupe Council Meeting Minutes Page 1 of 6 Public Comment:
Jerry Kaufman
Mr. Kaufman announced he is the new President for the Vietnam Veterans of America. They want to continue to serve wherever they can within the community. There is going to be a Memorial Day Celebration at the cemetery beginning at 11:00 and a feed will follow at the Memorial building.
CEREMONIAL CALENDAR
A. Mental Health Awareness Month Proclamation
B. Asian American and Native Hawaiian/ Pacific Islander Heritage Month Proclamation Mayor Julian read aloud the proclamation; this year's theme is More Good Days and seeks to dismantle the stigma that still prevents millions of people from seeking help.
Council Member Villegas read aloud the proclamation which recognizes the history and achievement of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders across our nation.
7. CONSENT CALENDAR (A-C)
The following items are presented for City Council approval without discussion as a single agenda item in order to expedite the meeting. Should a Council Member wish to discuss or disapprove an item, it must be dropped from the blanket motion of approval and considered as a separate item.
A. Waive the reading in full of all Ordinances and Resolutions. Ordinances on the Consent Calendar will be adopted by the same vote cast as the first meeting unless City Council indicates otherwise.
B. Ratify payment of warrants for the period ending April 17, 2026, April 24, 2026, and May 1, 2026.
C. Approve the Minutes of the City Council regular meeting of April 28, 2026.
Motion was made by Council Member Hernanadez and seconded by Council Member Costa Jr. to approve the consent calendar. Motion passed. 5-0.
MANAGEMENT REPORTS
8. CITY ADMINISTRATOR: (Information Only)
A. City Administrator's report for May 12, 2026
B. Planning Department report for April 2026
C. Building Department report for April 2026
D. Public Works/ Engineering report for April 2026
9. DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC SAFETY: (Information Only)
A. Director of Public Safety report for May 12, 2026
May 12, 2026 City of Guadalupe Council Meeting Minutes Page 2 of 6
PUBLIC HEARING
10. Public Hearing to consider a Design Review Permit (DR-2026-006-DR) for the Gonzales Family Apartments, a 15-unit multi-family development on a 1.0-acre portion of a 3.02-acre property in the R-2 (Medium Density) residential zoning district at 1057 Gularte Lane, APN 115-230-043.
Written report: Bill Scott, Associate Planner
Recommendation: That the City Council:
a. Receive a presentation from staff; and
b. Conduct a public hearing, including: 1) an opportunity for the applicant to present the proposed project; and 2) receive any comments from the public; and c. Adopt Resolution No. 2026-19 approving the Design Review Permit 2026-006-DR, for the fifteen- unit Gonzales Family Apartments project.
Council Member Villegas inquired of Mr. Scott if the carport and or garage is still an open issue Mayor Julian also expressed his concern on the garage/carport issue. Mr. Scott summarized it is, and the garages could potentially then displace vehicles creating an overflow parking problem for the complex and neighborhood.
Council Member Hernandez said that in her experience while living in Guadalupe the apartment she had witnessed individuals hanging out in garages and a carport would make this more difficult.
Council Member Costa Jr. commented on having a garage or carport and the issue of cars parking on the street will continue to be a problem.
Mayor Julian opened public opinion at 6:50 p.m. and closed it at 6:55 p.m.
Public Comment:
Gilbert Gonzalez, Owner and Builder. Mr. Gonzales spoke about his desire to provide families with an affordable building with the ability to have an enclosed garage that provides privacy and security.
Motion was made by Council Member Costa Jr. and seconded by Council Member Hernandez to accept as is Resolution No. 2026-19 approving the Design Review Permit 2026-006-DR, for the fifteen-unit Gonzales Family Apartments project. Motion passed. 5-0.
REGULAR BUSINESS
11. Consideration of a street name change for Calle Cesar Chavez; north side of Main Street, east side of Jack O' Connell Park.
Written report: Bill Scott, Associate Planner
Recommendation: That the City Council:
a. Receive a presentation from staff; and
b. Receive any comments from the public; and
c. 1) Consider whether a street name change would be appropriate; 2) consider potential street names; and 3) provide staff with direction to begin the homeowner/occupant notification and street renaming process; or
May 12, 2026 City of Guadalupe Council Meeting Minutes Page 3 of 6 d. Continue the item to allow more time to consider additional street names.
Public Comment:
Irene Cardenas
Ms. Cardenas spoke in Spanish, and her daughter followed speaking on her mother's behalf explaining in English what her mother had stated. Her mother's concerns were about the cost, extent of the documentation process and how this may affect the elderly.
Alicia Sanchez
Ms. Sanchez spoke in Spanish. Council Member Hernandez summarized Ms. Sanchez comments which were she is not in favor of the name change as this will impact her and her family.
Council Member Hernandez summarized Ms. Cardenas comments. opposed rushing the vote and emphasized that name changes burdened families with the process of changing legal documents. She requested direct door-to-door community outreach so the streets are aware.
Mayor Julian stated his concerns how this will affect the residents and how the community feels about the history and negativity of the name change.
Council Member Villegas supports a change and would like to have more options as she understands the ramifications to the residents.
Council Member Costa Jr. opposed the name change expressing concerns about "cancel culture "and the inconvenience to affected residents and the limited public support at this time.
Public Comment:
Jasmine Sanchez
Ms. Sanchez wanted to expand on her mom's comments regarding the residents being agricultural workers and not being aware of the city's happening due to work schedules and caring for their family. With English being a language barrier, a flyer wouldn't be beneficial to the residents. The residents communicate with each other by going door to door and do not have computers or access to use the city website.
Council Member Hernandez suggested the People's Self-Help Housing be utilized to help with flyer distribution in the complex.
Council Member Costa Jr. wanted to empathize Council Member Hernadez suggestions to use the local nonprofit Little House by the Park to reach out to the residents for the notification.
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12. Ordinance to adopt the 2026 California Fire Code and amend the Guadalupe Municipal Code to update the fire and safety regulations.
Written report: Michael Cash, Director of Public Safety Recommendation: That the City Council introduce, on first reading and continue to the meeting of May 26, 2026, for second reading and adoption, Ordinance No. 2026-527 adopting the 2026 California Fire Code and amending the specified fire and safety ordinances in the Guadalupe Council Member Villegas inquired about deleted fire department connections and portable fire extinguishers. Chief Cash responded he will be check with his training captain and will provide a response.
Mayor Julian inquired with Mr. Sinco, City Attorney if the ordinance could be moved forward and adopt the ordinance. Mr. Sinco recommended another reading be done at the next meeting.
No action was taken.
13. Establishing the Classification and Job Description for Accounting Analyst.
Written report: Sylvia Estrada, Human Resources Manager Recommendation: That the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2026-20 approving the Accounting Analyst job description and classification.
Mayor Julian stated his support for the position.
Council Member Villegas stated she supports the position and inquired about the qualifications and the classification of position.
Council Member Furnes inquired if the position experience could be suggested and not required to have the bachelor's degree.
Motion was made by Council Member Villegas and seconded by Council Member Furness to adopt Resolution No. 2026-20 approving the Accounting Analyst job description and classification. Motion passed. 5-0.
14. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Cesar Chavez Street Name Change
Budget Workshop
15. ANNOUNCEMENTS - COUNCIL ACTIVITY/COMMITTEE REPORTS
Mayor Julian:
State of California - Department of Fish and Game hearing to discuss Regional Marine Protected Area - Point Sal on May 5th, 2026 - Spoke in favor of the designation via 200m for 3 minutes Santa Barabara North County SBCAG - Subregional Planning Committee Meeting May 12, 2026 City of Guadalupe Council Meeting Minutes Page 5 of 6 May 13th, 2026 - Solvang -Board Chair
Voter Registration Event -City Hall Thursday May 21, 2026-4:00 PM Dedicating Ballot Box
5th District Supervisor Forum Sponsored League of Woman Voters After Box Dedication Partnering with Senior Community Service Employment Program Offering seniors 55 and over who are income eligible to work 25 hours per week With city and other non-profits in Guadalupe Contact Cynthia Bejarano-Payano @ 805-356-6155 for more information
Council Member Hernandez:
Attended Cyclemania
Attended Cafecito
Forum for the Fifth District County Supervisor on May 215t at city hall from 6:00-8:00 League of Women Voters of North Santa Barbara County voter registration at 4:00 Boys and Girls Club Youth Night May 28th
Council Member Villegas:
Helped at the Food Bank
Gave the Prayer of the day during the Ceremony for the National Day of Prayer Attended the Mother's Day luncheon at the Senior Center
16. ADJOURNMENT
Motion was made by Council Member Costa Jr. and seconded by Council Member Furness. Meeting adjourned at 8:05. Motion passed 5-0.
Approved
Judy Wilson, City Clerk Ariston Juman, Mayor
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