CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE 910 Calle Negocio
Tuesday, December 20, 2022 5:00 PM SAN 2nd Floor
City Council
Regular Meeting Minutes
CALIFORNIA Mayor Duncan
5:00 p.m. - Closed Session
6:00 p.m. - Business Meeting
Councilmember James
These minutes reflect the order in which items appeared on the meeting agenda and do not necessarily reflect the order in which items were actually considered.
A Regular Meeting of the San Clemente City Council was called to order by Mayor Duncan on December 20, 2022 at 5:00 p.m. in the San Clemente City Council Chambers, located at 910 Calle Negocio, 2nd Floor, San Clemente.
PRESENT Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, and Mayor Duncan
ABSENT: James
Mayor Duncan read a statement on behalf of Councilmember James regarding his absence.
STAFF PRESENT: Sean Joyce, Interim City Manager; Scott Smith, City Attorney; Laura Campagnolo, City Clerk; Megan Jimenez, Deputy City Clerk BUSINESS MEETING PART 1
Holiday Serenade - Las Palmas Elementary and Concordia Elementary School Choirs
INVOCATION
Holland Davis, Senior Pastor Calvary Chapel San Clemente, gave the invocation.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
City Treasurer Charlie Smith led the Pledge of Allegiance.
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Motion waiving reading in full of all Resolutions and Ordinances Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, second by Councilmember Enmeier, CARRIED 4-0 (James absent), to waive reading in full of all Resolutions and Ordinances.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, and Mayor Duncan
NOE: None
ABSENT: James
Consideration of agendizing items requiring immediate action None.
Oral Communications (Part 1)
Amanda Q narrated a Powerpoint presentation entitled "Articles during elections". A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerk.
Susan Ambrose spoke on the upcoming king tides on December 23 and 24, 2022 and the potential impacts to the San Clemente coastline.
4. Consent Calendar
The following items were removed from the Consent Calendar for discussion: 4A(1a), 4A (1b), 4B(1), 4H.
A. City Council Minutes
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, second by Councilmember Cabral, CARRIED 4-0 (James absent), to:
APPROVE THE CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES OF
DECEMBER 13, 2022.
APPROVE THE CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES OF
DECEMBER 15, 2022.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, and Mayor Duncan
NOE: None
ABSENT: James
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B. Commission/Committee Minutes
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, second by Councilmember Cabral, CARRIED 4-0 (James absent), to receive and file:
DESIGN REVIEW SUBCOMMITTEE REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
OF OCTOBER 26, 2022
(3) DESIGN REVIEW SUBCOMMITTEE REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
OF NOVEMBER 9, 2022
(4) PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
OF DECEMBER 7, 2022.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, and Mayor Duncan
NOE: None
ABSENT: James
C. Warrant Register
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, second by Councilmember Cabral, CARRIED 4-0 (James absent), to:
(1) APPROVE WIRE TRANSFER NOS.
2756 THROUGH 2765 AND WARRANT NOS.
585060 THROUGH 585187, PAID ON
12-2-22, IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,447,393.66
(2) APPROVE WIRE TRANSFER NOS.
2766 THROUGH 2767 AND WARRANT NOS.
585188 THROUGH 585316, PAID ON
12-9-22, IN THE AMOUNT OF $6,060,492.47
(3) APPROVE WIRE TRANSFER NOS.
2768 THROUGH 2771 AND WARRANT NOS.
585317 THROUGH 585453, PAID ON
12-16-22, IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,797,256.16
TOTAL WARRANT REGISTER.......................$10,305,142.29 AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, and Mayor Duncan
NOE: None
ABSENT: James
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Payroll Register
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, second by Councilmember Cabral, CARRIED 4-0 (James absent), to:
Approve Warrant Nos. 891 and Automatic
Deposit Advises 82472
through 82737, for the period
11-14-22 through 11-27-22, paid
on 12-2-22, in the amount of. ..$537,383.76
Approve Automatic Deposit Advises 82738
through 83005, for the period
11-28-22 through 12-11-22, paid
on 12-16-22, in the amount of.. $440,359.16
TOTAL PAYROLL REGISTER.. .$977,742.92
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, and Mayor Duncan
NOE: None
ABSENT: James
D. CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE FISCAL YEAR 2021-2022, MEASURE M2
EXPENDITURE REPORT
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, second by Councilmember Cabral, CARRIED 4-0 (James absent), to adopt Resolution No. 22-47 entitled A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA, TO ADOPT THE FISCAL YEAR 2021-2022 MEASURE M2 EXPENDITURE REPORT FOR THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, and Mayor Duncan
NOE: None
ABSENT: James
E. ORDINANCE NOS. 1740, 1741, 1742, 1743, 1744 AND 1745 (SECOND
READING) - IMPLEMENTING THE CITY'S SIXTH CYCLE HOUSING
ELEMENT
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, second by Councilmember Cabral, CARRIED 4-0 (James absent), to:
COUNCIL OF SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA AMENDING SECTION
DENSITY BONUSES AND OTHER AFFORDABLE HOUSING INCENTIVES
REQUIRED BY STATE LAW AND FINDING THE ACTION TO BE EXEMPT FROM CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA).
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2. Adopt Ordinance No. 1741 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA AMENDING SECTION
17.56.100 OF THE SAN CLEMENTE MUNICIPAL CODE TO COMPLY WITH ASSEMBLY BILL 139 REGARDING PARKING REQUIREMENTS FOR
EMERGENCY SHELTERS AND FINDING THE ORDINANCE NOT SUBJECT TO THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA).
3. Adopt Ordinance No. 1742 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA AMENDING SECTION 17.28.270 OF THE SAN CLEMENTE MUNICIPAL CODE
GOVERNING ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS AND JUNIOR ACCESSORY
DWELLING UNITS TO COMPLY WITH CHANGES IN STATE LAW AND
FINDING THE ACTION TO BE EXEMPT FROM CEQA (CEQA).
4. Adopt Ordinance No. 1743 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA AMENDING
VARIOUS PROVISIONS OF THE SAN CLEMENTE MUNICIPAL CODE TO
ENSURE CONSISTENCY WITH STATE LAW REGARDING LOW BARRIER
NAVIGATION CENTERS AND FINDING THE ACTION TO BE EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA).
5. Adopt Ordinance No. 1744 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA AMENDING VARIOUS
PROVISIONS OF THE SAN CLEMENTE MUNICIPAL CODE TO ENSURE
CONSISTENCY WITH STATE LAW REGARDING SUPPORTIVE AND
TRANSITIONAL HOUSING AND FINDING THE ACTION TO BE EXEMT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA).
6. Adopt Ordinance No. 1745 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA AMENDING VARIOUS
PROVISIONS OF THE SAN CLEMENTE MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING
RESIDENTIAL CARE FACILITIES AND FINDING THE ACTION TO BE EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA).
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, and Mayor Duncan
NOE: None
ABSENT: James
F. ADOPTION OF CITY INVESTMENT POLICY 202-1
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, second by Councilmember Cabral, CARRIED 4-0 (James absent), to adopt Investment Policy 202-1, effective December 21, 2022
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, and Mayor Duncan
NOE: None
ABSENT: James
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G. RATIFICATION OF EMERGENCY PURCHASES AND CONSTRUCTION
CONTRACTS FOR CYPRUS SHORE SEWER LINING
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, second by Councilmember Cabral, CARRIED 4-0 (James absent), to:
1. Make a finding that an emergency exists due to the potential failure of an existing sewer line and that the situation requires immediate action to prevent or mitigate impairment to property and public services, that might otherwise occur if required to incur delays attributed to the typical engineering design and public competitive bidding process.
2. Declare that the public interest and necessity demand the immediate expenditure of public funds to safeguard public health.
3. Approve a supplemental appropriation in the amount of $127,000 to Account No. 054-476-45300-000-12209 from the Sewer Fund Depreciation Reserve.
4. Ratify a Construction Contract with Sancon Technologies, Inc. providing for Cyprus Shore Emergency Sewer Lining, in the amount of $80,940.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, and Mayor Duncan
NOE: None
ABSENT: James
I. PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS TO CITY COUNCIL AGENDA TEMPLATE Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, second by Councilmember Cabral, CARRIED 4-0 (James absent), to:
1. Approve the agenda template changes as outlined in Attachment 1 of the Administrative Report, dated December 20, 2022, and on file with the City Clerk.
2. Adopt Resolution No. 22-48 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING
THE DATE, TIME AND LOCATION OF CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS AND RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 22-10.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, and Mayor Duncan
NOE: None
ABSENT: James
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ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR FOR DISCUSSION
4A (1a) CITY ATTORNEY RESPONSE TO POINT OF ORDER DATED
DECEMBER 14, 2022.
manda Q narrated a Powerpoint entitled "Point of Order - Re: Abstentic Quorums". A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerl Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Mayor Duncan, CARRIED 3-0-1 (James absent), to continue the City Attorney's response to the Point of Order to the January 17, 2023 City Council Meeting.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, and Mayor Duncan
NOE: None
ABSENT: James
ABSTAIN: Knoblock
Motion by Councilmember Enmeier, second by Mayor Duncan, CARRIED 4-0 (James absent), to agendize for a future Council meeting with recommendations on how to conduct the vote for Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem.
4A(1b)APPROVE THE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR AND SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES OF DECEMBER 6, 2022.
Concerned Citizen opined that the City should have a policy for when comments are read by staff during the meeting.
Amanda Q spoke on public comments missing from the minutes of December 6, 2022, regarding the vote tor Mayor.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, second by Councilmember Enmeier, CARRIED 4-0 (James absent), to approve the City Council Regular and Special Meeting minutes of December 6, 2022.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, and Mayor Duncan
NOE: None
ABSENT: James
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4B(1) BEACHES, PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF OCTOBER 11, 2022.
This item was pulled by a member of the public who did not end up speaking on the item.
Motion by Councilmember Enmeier, second by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, CARRIED 4-0 (James absent), to receive and file.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, and Mayor Duncan
NOE: None
ABSENT: James
4H. CONTRACT AMENDMENT MARINE SAFETY HEADQUARTERS
RELOCATION STUDY
Public Works Director/City Engineer Koger responded to Council inquiries.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, second by Councilmember Cabral, CARRIED 4-0 (James absent), to approve, and authorize the Public Works Director/City Engineer to execute, Amendment No. 1 to Contract No. C21-24, by and between the City of San Clemente and HMC Architects, providing for the Marine Safety Headquarters Relocation Study. This amendment increases the contract amount from $87,500 to $122,500 (an increase of $35,000). with the amendment to the contract term to state " the contract term is extended until the services are completed to the satisfaction of the City".
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, and Mayor Duncan
NOE: None
ABSENT: James
Reports
A. Commissions and Committees
None.
B. City Manager
Resignation of Assistant to the City Manager Savage
Interim City Manager Joyce announced Assistant to the City Manager Savage has resigned; acknowledged her efforts for the City.
Update on Idling Trains at T-Street
Interim City Manager Joyce reported that Orange County Transportation Autnority and Metrolink were responsive to the City's request concerning idling
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trains; reported that trains are no longer idling at T-Street.
Announcement of Contracts Approved and Executed by the City Manager Interim City Manager Joyce reported that the following contracts were executed under his signature authority: 1) LSA Associates providing for the first amendment for the Montalvo Canyon Outlet Improvements in the amount of $40,937 (an increase of $18,587) 2) Sancon Technologies, Inc. providing for 429 Avenida Arlena 24" Storm Drain Rehabilitation and Manhole Repair in the amount of $32,718.
Parking Passes
Interim City Manager Joyce announced that the City will have a grace period for 2022 City Parking Passes through January 13, 2023. This will allow current pass holders an opportunity to renew their parking passes while taking into consideration the City's annual furlough from December 23, 2022 through January 2, 2023.
City Attorney
None.
D. Council Members
Recognition of outgoing Chief of Police Services, Captain Benfield Mayor Duncan recognized outgoing Captain Benfield, Chief of Police Services, and extended his appreciation for Captain Benfield's work in the community.
Walk-in Permit Counter Services
Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, with the support of Councilmember Cabral and Councilmember Enmeier, agendized analysis of staffing for the building permit counter to have walk-in availability to obtain permits. (1) UPDATE TO COUNCIL APPOINTEES TO REGIONAL COMMITTEES,
COMMISSIONS AND BOARDS AND CITY COUNCIL
SUBCOMMITTEES.
Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Councilmember Enmeier, CARRIED 4-0 (James absent), to continue the selection of regional committees, commissions and boards and City Council subcommittees to the City Council Meeting of January 17, 2023 with the exception of the appointment to the Orange County Fire Authority Board.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, and Mayor Duncan
NOE: None
ABSENT: James
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Motion by Mayor Duncan, second by Councilmember Enmeier, CARRIED 1-0 (James absent), to appoint Mayor Duncan as the San Clemente representative to the Orange County Fire Authority Board and adopted Resolution 22-49 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA, DESIGNATING AND
APPOINTING ITS REPRESENTATIVE TO THE ORANGE COUNTY
FIRE AUTHORITY'S BOARD OF DIRECTORS.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, and Mayor Duncan
NOE: None
ABSENT: James
(2) ESTABLISHMENT OF COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE FOR 2023 AND EARLY 2024
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, second by Councilmember Cabral, CARRIED 4-0 (James absent), to:
1. Cancel the City Council meetings of July 4, 2023 and August 1, 2023 to accommodate Council and staff vacations.
2. Schedule the Long Term Financial Plan Meeting for February 28, 2023 at 4:00 p.m.
3. Schedule the Budget Workshop for May 23, 2023 at 4:00 p.m.
4. Cancel the City Council meeting of January 2, 2024.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, and Mayor Duncan
NOE: None
ABSENT: James
E. Council Subcommittee Updates
None
CLOSED SESSION (6:00 P.M.)
Motion by Councilmember Enmeier, second by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, CARRIED 4-0 (James absent), to recess to Closed Session at 6:00 p.m. to discuss the following:
A. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION
Existing litigation pursuant to Government Code section 54956.9(d)(1) Number of Cases: 1
Case Name: City of San Clemente v. Foothill/Eastern Transportation Corridor Agency, et al.
Riverside Superior Court Consolidated Case No.: RIC 1800232 CA Court of Appeal Case No.: E078045 (Fourth Appellate District, Division 2)
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B. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code section 54956.9(d)(2) Number of potential cases: 1
C. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE APPOINTMENT
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957
Title: Chief of Police Services (advisory to Sheriff)
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, and Mayor Duncan
NOE: None
ABSENT: James
BUSINESS MEETING PART 2
Council reconvened the meeting at 7:00 p.m. will all Councilmembers present, with the exception of Councilmember James, who was absent.
6. Closed Session Report - City Attorney
City Attorney Smith announced a Settlement Agreement and Stipulated Order was entered into with the property owner of 422 Avenida de la Estrella (Palizada Gas Station) on September 6, 2022. The motion was made by Mayor James, second by Mayor Pro Tem Duncan, CARRIED 5-0.
7. Special Presentations
A. Recognition of Senator Bates
Amanda Q narrated a Powerpoint entitled "Commemorating Senator Bates". A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerk.
Council presented Senator Bates with a commendation for her dedication to the City of San Clemente and its residents.
B. November Update on the Homeless Issue
Code Enforcement Manager Torrico and Deputy Community Development Director Atamian narrated a Powerpoint presentation entitled "Community Outreach & Engagement Monthly Report - November 2022" and responded to Council inquiries. A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerk.
C. Fiscal State of the City - Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2022 and FY 2022 4th Quarter Financial Report and FY 2023 1st Quarter Financial Report Financial Services Officer Rahn reviewed the contents of the fiscal state of the City report, FY 2022 4th quarter report, and FY 2023 1st quarter report and responded to Council inquiries.
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8. Public Hearings
A. CONTINUANCE OF APPEAL OF MINOR CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 22-197, PRIMO FOODS BEER AND WINE, 2801 S. EL CAMINO REAL
Public Hearing to consider a City Council intitiated appeal of the Zoning Administrator's approval of Minor Conditional Use Permit 22-197, Primo Foods Beer and Wine, 2801 S. El Camino Real, which approved beer and wine sales at Primo Foods Market and Deli for off-site consumption, with hours of operation from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. daily. The project does not propose changes to the existing market.
Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, CARRIED 4-0 (James absent), to continue the Public Hearing to the Regualr City Council meeting of February 7, 2023.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, and Mayor Duncan
NOE: None
ABSENT: James
B. INTRODUCTION OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA AMENDING CHAPTER 16.50
(STATE-MANDATED SUBDIVISIONS) AND CHAPTER 17.86
(STATE-MANDATED RESIDENTIAL PROJECTS) OF THE SAN CLEMENTE
MUNICIPAL CODE TO ESTABLISH OBJECTIVE DESIGN, DEVELOPMENT
AND SUBDIVISION STANDARDS REGULATING URBAN LOT SPLIT AND
TWO-UNIT PROJECTS IN ACCORDANCE WITH CALIFORNIA SENATE BILL 9; (PROJECT NO. ZONING AMENDMENT 22-395).
Public Hearing to consider Amendments to Chapter 16.50 (State-Mandated Subdivisions) and Chapter 17.86 (State-Mandated Residential Projects) of the San Clemente Municipal Code to establish objective design standards, development and subdivision standards regulating urban lot splits and two-unit housing projects in accordance with California Senate Bill 9 (SB 9).
Senior Planner Toma narrated a Powerpoint presentation entitled "Zoning Ordinances - Urban Lot Splits and Two-Unit Projects" and responded to Council inquiries. A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerk.
Mayor Duncan opened the Public Hearing.
Scott McKann presented on the fire hazard severity zone map as it relates to SB 9 and made recommendations to Council regarding amendments to the proposed ordinance.
There being no one else desiring to speak, the Public Hearing was closed.
Deputy Community Development Director Atamian responded to Council
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inquiries regarding public comments.
Community Development Director Gallardo-Daly responded to Council inquiries.
Motion by Councilmember Enmeier, second by Mayor Duncan, CARRIED 4-0 (James absent), to introduce Ordinance No. 1748 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE AMENDING
CHAPTERS 16.50 AND 17.86 AND AMENDING SECTION 17.52.020 TO THE
SAN CLEMENTE MUNICIPAL CODE TO REGULATE URBAN LOT SPLITS AND TWO-UNIT PROJECTS UNDER SB 9; AND FINDING THE ACTION TO BE EXEMPT FROM CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, and Mayor Duncan
NOE: None
ABSENT: James
9. Unfinished Business
CONSIDERATION OF TRAFFIC CALMING IN THE COAST NEIGHBORHOOD - CALLE FRONTERA, CALLE JUAREZ, AND CALLE VALLARTA
Assistant City Engineer Ponsen and Traffic Engineer Kim narrated a Powerpoint presentation entitled "The Coast Traffic Calming". A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerk.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, second by Councilmember Cabral, CARRIED 4-0 (James absent), to:
1. Install electronic speed feedback signs, advisory speed signs and edge lines as illustrated in Attachment 5 of the Administrative Report, dated December 20, 2022, and on file with the City Clerk.
2. Appropriate the required funds from the Traffic Calming Project, CIP No. 39807.
3. Install yellow advisory signs on Calle Frontera.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, and Mayor Duncan
NOE: None
ABSENT: James
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10. New Business
A. PROJECT PARTNERSHIP AGREEMENT - U.S. ARMY CORPS OF
ENGINEERS FOR THE SAN CLEMENTE SHORELINE PROJECT
Susan Ambrose expressed support regarding the project partnership with the Army Corps of Engineers for sand replenishment.
Public Works Director/ City Engineer Koger narrated a Powerpoint presentation entitled "Project Partnership with Corps of Engineers for the San Clemente Shoreline Project" and responded to Council inquiries. A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerk.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, second by Councilmember Cabral, CARRIED 4-0 (James absent), to approve, and authorize the Interim City Manager to execute, Contract No. C22-70, a project partnership agreement by and between the City of San Clemente and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for the San Clemente Shoreline Project.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, and Mayor Duncan
NOE: None
ABSENT: James
Staff is to communicate with Supervisor Foley's office to determine if the sand replenishment round table will continue.
B. STAY OF ACTION PENDING COUNCIL APPEAL REGARDING REVOCATION
OF CONLEY ADMINISTRATIVE ENCROACHMENT PERMIT SUMMARY
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, second by Councilmember Enmeier, CARRIED 4-0 (James absent), to receive and file the administrative report dated December 20, 2022, and on file with the City Clerk.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, and Mayor Duncan
NOE: None
ABSENT: James
c. RECONSIDERATION OF THE CONTRACT AWARD FOR THE DESIGN OF RICHARD T. STEED MEMORIAL SPORTS PARK PICKLEBALL COURTS.
Linda Williams spoke in support of the City to proceeding with the design contract for pickleball courts at Richard T. Steed Memorial Park.
Marty Weinberg, USA Pickleball Ambassador, spoke in support of the development of pickleball courts at Richard T. Steed Memorial Park; opined that the City needs more pickpleball courts due to the demand from players.
Amanda Q commented on the previous staff reports that are related to the
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development of pickleball at Richard T. Steed Memorial Park.
Concerned resident presented a picture of Richard T. Steed Memorial Park; opined on the pickleball project at Richard T. Steed Memorial Park. A hard copy of the photograph is on file with the City Clerk.
Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, CARRIED 4-0 (James absent), to continue the reconsideration of the contract award for the design of Richard T. Steed Memorial Sports Park pickleball courts to the Regular City Council Meeting of January 17, 2023.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, and Mayor Duncan
NOE: None
ABSENT: James
WEEKEND TROLLEY SERVICE EXTENSION
Mikii Rathmann supports the use of the trolley throughout the year and spoke to the benefits to the downtown businesses; opined that a trolley line should be added to the southern part of the City.
Motion by Councilmember Enmeier, second by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, CARRIED 4-0 (James absent), to:
1. Approve, and authorize the City Manager to execute, Amendment No. 2 to Contract No. C19-35, by and between the City of San Clemente and LAZ Parking, extending the term of the contract through December 31, 2023 and providing for additional trolley service days (Saturdays and Sundays) during the months of January through March 2023.
2. Authorize a supplemental appropriation of $93,230 to Account No. 021-808- 43690 (Other Professional Services) for Trolley operations between January and March 2023 with three trolleys on the red line and two trolleys designated for a pilot route as directed by the City Council and approve a funding transfer from the General Fund unassigned fund balance in the amount of $93,230 to the Local Transit Fund (Account No. 021-000-39204.
3. Direct staff to pursue a scope change request through OCTA's semiannual review process to seek approval for any desired changes to the seasonal schedule of the Trolley. (OCTA has already approved extended weekend service in the months of April, May, and October-December for 2023. OCTA has not yet reviewed or approved any expanded service beyond 2023.)
4. Direct staff to return to Council at its Regular Meeting of January 17, 2023, with additional route options for consideration. The Contract start date will be delayed due to the consideration of an additional route to be determined by Council.
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AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, and Mayor Duncan
NOE: None
ABSENT: James
12. Oral Communications (Part 2)
Randy McMahon presented a flyer for the memorial event for the sacrifice of the four immortal chaplains on February 3, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. at Semper Fi Park. A hard copy of the flyer is on file with the City Clerk.
Aaron Washington commented on the need for sand replenishment and anchoring the replenished sand once it is placed on the beaches.
13. Adjournment
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, second by Councilmember Cabral, CARRIED 4-0, to adjourn at 9:03 p.m. The next Regular Meeting to be held on January 17, 2022.
Closed Session will begin at 5:00 p.m. The Regular Business Meeting will commence at 6:00 p.m. The meeting will take place at City Hall Council Chambers, located at 910 Calle Negocio, 2nd Floor, San Clemente.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, and Mayor Duncan
NOE: None
ABSENT: James
MAYOR of the City of
San Clemente, California
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