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LAGUNA NIGUEL CITY COUNCIL
Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting
June 17, 2025
7:00 p.m. – Regular Meeting
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL – Mayor Gennawey called the Regular City Council Meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Mayor Ray Gennawey – Present
Mayor Pro Tem Gene Johns – Present
Council Member Kelly Jennings– Absent
Council Member Stephanie Oddo – Present
Council Member Stephanie Winstead – Present
INVOCATION – Pastor Jim Szeyller, Laguna Niguel Presbyterian Church
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Boy Scout Troop #774
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Laura Blinn-Katz, Christopher Mondragon, Susan Vasquez, Craig Carmel, and Thomas Taylor spoke on the General Plan and concerns about future development.
Eddie Rose spoke in support of law enforcement.
CONSENT CALENDAR
A MOTION was made by Mayor Pro Tem Johns, seconded by Council Member Oddo, to approve the Consent Calendar as presented.
Motion carried 4-0.
1. Warrants of June 17, 2025
Approved as written.
2. Payroll Summary Register
Approved as written.
3. Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting on June 3, 2025
Approved as written.
4. Orange County Transportation Authority OC Go (Measure M2) Eligibility Package Submittal
1. Adopted Resolution No. 2025- 1505, adopting a Seven- Year Capital Improvement Program for Fiscal Years 2025- 26 through 2031- 32 for
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compliance with the Measure M2 eligibility requirements;
2. Adopted Resolution No. 2025- 1506, concerning the status and update of the Circulation Element and Mitigation Fee Program for the City of Laguna Niguel; and,
3. Directed staff to submit the City’s OC Go (Measure M2) Eligibility Package to the Orange County Transportation Authority prior to June 30, 2025.
5. Adoption of Resolution No. 2025-1507, Adopting a List of Projects for Fiscal Year 2025-26 Funded by SB 1: The Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017
1. Approved the recommended list of projects for Fiscal Year 2025- 26 to be funded by SB 1: The Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017; and,
2. Adopted Resolution No. 2025-1507, Adopting a List of Projects for Fiscal Year 2025-26 Funded by SB 1: The Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017.
6. Approval of a Three -Year Software Renewal Agreement with Tyler Technologies, Inc.
1. Approved the three-year Software as a Service Agreement (SaaS) Amendment for Enterprise Permitting & Licensing (EPL) software with Tyler Technologies, Inc., in a total not -to-exceed amount of $434,196 for Fiscal Years 2025- 2026 through 2027-2028.
2. Authorized the City Manager to execute the Agreement, subject to the City Attorney making non-substantive changes.
OTHER BUSINESS/COUNCIL REPORTS
1. Council Reports
Council Member Winstead shared that she, along with the Mayor, City Council members, and City staff, recently attended the Golden Hub of Innovation event, which recognized cities and officials for innovative and exceptional efforts. She highlighted a speech by the Cal State Fullerton P resident, who redefined the phrase “good enough for government work,” explaining its World War II origins as a mark of high standards suitable for military use. Council Member Winstead emphasized the City's shared commitment to excellence, both among staff and elected officials. She shared a personal motto, "MEOW”, standing for Maximum Effort, Outstanding Work, which she uses at home and applies to her work.
Council Member Winstead referenced recent City Council actions, such as going beyond the minimum in addressing community concerns about weed abatement and fire safety, and she expressed pride in the C ity's dedication to providing more than just adequate service.
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Council Member Oddo congratulated recent high school and college graduates and shared that s he attended the Dana Hills High School graduation. She read an excerpt from Steve Jobs’ 2005 Stanford commencement speech, encouraging graduates to live authentically, trust their inner voice, and have the courage to follow their heart and intuition, as everything else is secondary.
Mayor Pro Tem Johns thanked the community for attending the meeting and for their passionate involvement in neighborhood issues. He shared that he attended Dana Hills High School's graduation and celebrated the achievements of local graduates. He praised the dedication of City staff, noting that both City Manager Letourneau and Public Works Director Scott were nominated for prestigious awards at the Golden Hub event, reflecting their hard work and commitment to the C ity. Mayor Pro Tem Johns acknowledged that not all City decisions are universally understood or agreed upon but emphasized that staff strives to do what is best for the community. He invited residents to participate in the City's Fourth of July events, including the YMCA 5K run, a pancake breakfast, an evening concert at Crown Valley Park, and a drone show. He encouraged everyone to spend the day celebrating Independence Day together in the City.
Mayor Gennawey shared his enthusiasm for the upcoming Fourth of July 5K run and encouraged everyone to join in the C ity’s full day of Independence Day festivities, including the 5K, a pancake breakfast hosted by the Chamber of Commerce, free pool activities, an evening concert at Crown Valley Amphitheater, and a spectacular drone show. He shared that he attended the Aliso Niguel High School graduation and noted the excitement of the graduating students, calling it a special time of year. Mayor Gennawey concluded by thanking the community for participating in the meeting and emphasized that spirited discussion is an important part of serving the public and moving the C ity forward.
City Manager/Department Reports
Chief of Police Services Isaac Flores provided a Police Services Quarterly Report.
Parks and Recreation Director Jonathon Harmon thanked everyone for their support and promotion of the upcoming Fourth of July events, noting it will be an amazing day. He reminded the community that before then, the second concert in the Summer Series will take place on Friday, June 20th, at the Crown Valley Park Amphitheater, featuring The Funky Hippeez playing hits from various eras. Parks and Recreation Director Harmon encouraged everyone to attend for a fun, dance- filled evening. Shuttle service will run from City Hall to the park from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., and food and dessert will be available for purchase starting at 6 p.m.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Gennawey adjourned the Regular City Council Meeting at 7:49 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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Marissa J. Asistin, CMC, City Clerk