CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE
Tuesday, April 1, 2025
City Council
910 Calle Negocio
2nd Floor
San Clemente, California
www.san-clemente.org
Council Chambers
Regular Meeting Minutes
4:30 p.m. - Closed Session
5:30 p.m. - Business Meeting
Mayor Knoblock
Mayor Pro Tern Enmeier
Councilmember Cabral
Councilmember Loeffler
Councilmember Wu
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 Knoblock on April 1, 2025 at 4:30 p. m. in the San Clemente City Council Chambers, located at 910 Calle Negocio, 2nd Floor, San Clemente.
PRESENT: Cabral, Enmeier, Loeffler, Wu and Mayor Knoblock STAFF PRESENT: Brian Brower, Finance and Administrative Services Director; Elizabeth Mitchell, City Attorney; Laura Campagnolo, City Clerk; Megan Jimenez, Deputy City Clerk
CLOSED SESSION
Motion by Councilmember Loeffler, second by Mayor Knoblock, CARRIED 5-0, to recess to Closed Session at 4:30 p.m. to discuss the following:
A. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - PENDING LITIGATION
Pending litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d) (1) Number of Cases: 1
Case Name: City of San Clemente, et al. v. Purdue Pharma L.P., et al. , Case No. 1: 19-op-45725-DAP transferred to MDL No. 2804 National Prescription Opiate Litigation
B. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS
Discussion concerning real property transactions in compliance with Government Code section 54956.8 regarding:
APN: None
Property: Potential lease of City Right-of-Way located between 242 Avenida Del Mar and 218 Avenida Del Mar (Farmers Market) City Negotiators: Brian Brower, Finance and Administrative Services Director, Samantha Wylie, Beaches, Parks and Recreation Director Negotiating Parties: Introduction Unlimited, Inc.
Under Negotiations: Price and terms for potential lease
City Council
AYE:
NOE:
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Closed Session concluded at 5:23 p.m.
April 1, 2025
BUSINESS MEETING
The Business Meeting reconvened at 5:30 p.m. with all City Councilmembers present.
INVOCATION
Associate Pastor Jim Wilke, Calvary South OC, gave the invocation.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Pro Tern Enmeier led the Pledge of Allegiance.
1. Special Presentations
None.
2. Council Member Reports
Councilmember Loeffler:
• Attended the Max Berg Plaza Park Usage Policy Community Meeting held on March 26, 2025.
Councilmember Wu:
• Attended San Clemente Leadership on March 20, 2025.
• Met with City Treasurer Smith on March 24, 2025.
• Attended the Max Berg Plaza Park Usage Policy Community Meeting held on March 26, 2025.
• Attended the Orange County Council of Governments (OCCOG) annual conference held on March 27, 2025 at the Richard Nixon Presidential Library.
Councilmember Cabral:
• Commented on the Orange County Transportation Authority plans concerning the railway and beaches in San Clemente. (Displayed a slide which is on file with the City Clerk.)
• Attended the Celebration of Life for Orange County Fire Authority Fire Apparatus Engineer Kevin Skinner on March 24, 2025.
• Attended the Orange County Fire Authority Board meeting on March 27, 2025.
• Announced the Orange County Fire Authority pier training was held on March 17, 19 and 20, 2025.
• Attended the Orange County Fire Authority Legislative and Public Affairs
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meeting on March 19, 2025.
• Attended the San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station (SONGS) meeting on March 20, 2025.
• Met with the Downtown Business Association.
• Speaking engagement with Speakeasy concerning federal action.
Mayor Pro Tern Enmeier:
• Attended the Orange County Council of Governments (OCCOG) annual conference held on March 27, 2025 at the Richard Nixon Presidential Library. • Attended the Cal Cities Coastal Leadership meeting on March 27, 2025. • Attended the Gems of California Impressionism exhibit at Casa Romantica on March 20, 2025.
• Attended the Swallows Day Parade on March 22, 2025.
Mayor Knoblock:
• Met with City Department Heads on March 19, 2025.
• Met with Joe Ellis with RREEF concerning Sand Compatibility and Opportunistic Use Program (SCOUP) permitting on March 25, 2025.
3. Oral Communications (Part 1)
Suzie Whitelaw narrated a PowerPoint presentation concerning proposed Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) projects on San Clemente beaches. A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerk.
Amanda Quintanilla narrated a PowerPoint presentation entitled "Resolution". A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerk.
Susie Lantz, San Clemente Chamber of Commerce, displayed a flier concerning an upcoming Chamber of Commerce event on April 30, 2025. A hard copy of the event flier is on file with the City Clerk.
4. Motion waiving reading in full of all Resolutions and Ordinances Motion by Mayor Pro Tern Enmeier, second by Councilmember Cabral, CARRIED 5-0, to waive reading in full of all Resolutions and Ordinances.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Loeffler, Wu and Mayor Knoblock
NOE: None
5. Consideration of agendizing items requiring immediate action None.
6. Closed Session Report - City Attorney
City Attorney Mitchell provided the following Closed Session Report:
Direction given, no reportable action concerning :
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A. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - PENDING LITIGATION
Pending litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1) Number of Cases: 1
Case Name: City of San Clemente, et al. v. Purdue Pharma L.P., et al., Case No. 1 :19-op-45725-DAP transferred to MDL No. 2804 National Prescription Opiate Litigation
Direction given, no reportable action concerning:
B. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS
Discussion concerning real property transactions in compliance with Government Code section 54956.8 regarding:
APN: None
Property: Potential lease of City Right-of-Way located between 242 Avenida Del Mar and 218 Avenida Del Mar
City Negotiators: Brian Brower, Finance and Administrative Services Director, Samantha Wylie, Beaches, Parks and Recreation Director Negotiating Parties: Introduction Unlimited, Inc.
Under Negotiations: Price and terms for potential lease
7. Staff Communications
Local Fire Hazard Severity Zones Map
Community Development Director Atamian announced that the local fire hazard severity zones map has been released by the state of California and invited the public to provide feedback concerning the maps through May 8, 2025.
Orange County Fire Authority Videos
Orange County Fire Authority Division Chief Maule displayed two videos: 1) Pier trainings that occurred March 17, 19 and 20, 2025. 2) An overview of the memorial service for Orange County Fire Authority Fire Apparatus Engineer Kevin Skinner, which was held on March 24, 2025.
Mike Kay commented on insurance rates as it relates to risk vs. hazard within the community.
The City Council requested that staff place any fire safety/preparation items on future agendas for City Council consideration.
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8. Public Hearings
8A. CONSIDERATION OF TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP (2018-137) FOR A THREE LOT RESIDENTIAL SUBDIVISION AT 143 N. LA ESPERANZA
Mayor Knoblock opened the Public Hearing .
Councilmember Wu disclosed that he approved the original project when he was a member of the Planning Commission .
Principal Planner Rehm and Assistant Planner Mejia narrated a PowerPoint presentation and responded to City Council inquiries. A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerk .
Adam Alvarez, on behalf of the applicant Ed Sanchez, commented on the proposed project.
There being no others desiring to speak, Mayor Knoblock closed the Public Hearing.
Motion by Councilmember Wu, second by Councilmember Cabral, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Resolution 25-34 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 2018-137, ESPERANZA SUBDIVISION OF A SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL LOT INTO THREE LOTS LOCATED AT 143 NORTH LA ESPERANZA.
AYE:
NOE:
9. Unfinished Business
None.
10. New Business
Cabral, Enmeier, Loeffler, Wu and Mayor Knoblock
None
10A. CONSIDERATION OF CITY COMMISSIONER AND COMMITTEE MEMBER
TERM LIMITS
Amanda Quintanilla opined on term limits for commissions and committees .
Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Mayor Knoblock, to table this item, and take no further action .
Substitute motion by Councilmember Loeffler, second by Mayor Pro Tern Enmeier, CARRIED 4-1 (Mayor Knoblock voting NOE) to continue this item to the May 6, 2025 Regular City Council meeting with an Administrative Report
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addressing potential changes to City Commission and Committee appointments with an elected mayor in 2026.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Loeffler and Wu
NOE: Mayor Knoblock
108. INTRODUCTION (FIRST READING) OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTERS 2.28, 2.29, 2.40, 2.45, AND 2.46 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF
THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, RELATING TO THE BEACHES, PARKS AND
RECREATION COMMISSION, COASTAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE, HUMAN
AFFAIRS COMMITTEE, ARTS AND CULTURE COMMITTEE, AND PUBLIC
SAFETY COMMITTEE
Community Development Director Atamian and Beaches, Parks and Recreation Director Wylie reviewed the contents of the Administrative Report and responded to City Council inquiries.
City Clerk Campagnolo narrated a PowerPoint presentation and responded to City Council inquiries. A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerk.
Suzie Whitelaw spoke in support of continuation of the Coastal Advisory Committee.
Amanda Quintanilla commented on the efforts of the members of the Coastal Advisory Committee.
Mike Kay expressed support for the Coastal Advisory Committee continuing; opined that the Community Safety and Welfare Committee should have members with experience in wildfire fuel mitigation.
Motion by Councilmember Loeffler, second by Mayor Pro Tern Enmeier, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Introduce Ordinance 1789 with a change to Exhibit A - Chapter 2.28.010 will read as follows:
Chapter 2.28 Beaches, Parks and Recreation Commission
2.28.010 Establishment of Beaches, Parks and Recreation Commission; composition; appointment of members.
There is established a Beaches, Parks and Recreation Commission which shall consist of nine San Clemente citizens appointed by the City Council. At least three of the members shall have a background or technical experience in coastal issues.
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2. Coastal Advisory and Human Affairs Committee members who have terms that expire June 30, 2026 shall have the option to transition to the Beaches, Parks and Recreation Commission and Community Safety and Welfare Committee, respectively.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Loeffler, Wu and Mayor Knoblock
NOE: None
10C. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE
COMMENCEMENT OF PROCEEDINGS IN CONNECTION WITH THE
PROPOSED REFUNDING OF THE OUTSTANDING CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2006-1 (MARBLEHEAD COASTAL) 2015 SPECIAL TAX BONDS, CONFIRMING THE APPOINTMENT OF
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AND AUTHORIZING CERTAIN OTHER
ACTIONS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH
Motion by Mayor Pro Tern Enmeier, second by Councilmember Cabral, CARRIED 5-0, to Adopt Resolution No. 25-35 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE AUTHORIZING THE
COMMENCEMENT OF PROCEEDINGS IN CONNECTION WITH THE
PROPOSED REFUNDING OF THE OUTSTANDING COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2006-1 (MARBLEHEAD COASTAL) OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE 2015 SPECIAL TAX BONDS, CONFIRMING THE APPOINTMENT
OF PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AND AUTHORIZING CERTAIN OTHER
ACTIONS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH.
AYE:
NOE:
11 . Consent Calendar
Cabral, Enmeier, Loeffler, Wu and Mayor Knoblock
None
Council removed item 11 E - Consideration of a Resolution Declaring Surplus and Approving Disposition of Retired Fleet Equipment & Vehicles from the Consent Calendar for discussion.
A. City Council Minutes
Motion by Mayor Pro Tern Enmeier, second by Councilmember Wu, CARRIED 5-0, to amend the minutes on page 3 for Councilmember Wu's report first bullet point date will be changed to March 5, 2025.
(1) APPROVE THE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF MARCH 18, 2025.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Loeffler, Wu and Mayor Knoblock
NOE: None
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8. Commission/Committee Minutes
Motion by Mayor Pro Tern Enmeier, second by Councilmember Wu, CARRIED 5-0, to receive and file :
(1) COASTAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF JANUARY 16, 2025.
(2) ARTS AND CULTURE REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF JANUARY 27, 2025. (3) HUMAN AFFAIRS COMMITTEE REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF
FEBRUARY 11 , 2025.
(4) PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF
FEBRUARY 25, 2025.
(5) DESIGN REVIEW SUBCOMMITTEE SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES OF MARCH 12, 2025.
(6) ZONING ADMINISTRATOR REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF MARCH 20, 2025.
(7) ZONING ADMINISTRATOR SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES OF MARCH 24, 2025.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Loeffler, Wu and Mayor Knoblock
NOE: None
C. Warrant Register
Motion by Mayor Pro Tern Enmeier, second by Councilmember Wu, CARRIED 5-0, to:
(1) APPROVE WARRANT NOS.
603200 THROUGH 603412, PAID ON
3-14-25, IN THE AMOUNT OF $3,162,883.54
(2) APPROVE WIRE TRANSFER NOS.
3212 THROUGH 3217 AND WARRANT NOS.
603413 THROUGH 603539, PAID ON
3-21-25, IN THE AMOUNT OF
TOTAL WARRANT REGISTER
$2,173,396.01
$5,336,279.55
AYE:
NOE:
Cabral, Enmeier, Loeffler, Wu and Mayor Knoblock
None
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Payroll Register
Motion by Mayor Pro Tern Enmeier, second by Councilmember Wu, to:
APPROVE WARRANT NO. 974 AND
AUTOMATIC DEPOSIT ADVISES 101602
THROUGH 101934, FOR THE PERIOD
3-3-25 THROUGH 3-16-25, PAID
ON 3-21-25, IN THE AMOUNT OF $522,642.67
TOTAL PAYROLL REGISTER $522,642.67
AYE:
NOE:
Cabral, Enmeier, Loeffler, Wu and Mayor Knoblock
None
11D. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION APPROVING FINAL PARCEL MAP 2023-201, 501 ELENA LANE CONDOMINIUM SUBDIVISION
Motion by Mayor Pro Tern Enmeier, second by Councilmember Wu, CARRIED 5-0, to:
Adopt Resolution No. 25-36, which will:
1. Approve the Final Parcel Map 2023-201 as it conforms to the requirements set forth in the Subdivision Map Act and the previously approved Tentative Parcel Map.
2. Accept on behalf of the City of San Clemente the sidewalk and pedestrian access easement as dedicated.
3. Accept on behalf of the City of San Clemente the water rights as dedicated .
4. Authorize and direct the Public Works Director/City Engineer to execute the Final Parcel Map.
5. Authorize and direct the City Clerk to execute and submit the Final Parcel Map for recordation with the County of Orange Recorder's Office.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Loeffler, Wu and Mayor Knoblock
NOE: None
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11F. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING INVESTMENT OF
MONIES IN THE LOCAL AGENCY INVESTMENT FUND (LAIF)
Motion by Mayor Pro Tern Enmeier, second by Councilmember Wu, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Resolution No. 25-38 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF
SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING INVESTMENT OF MONIES IN LOCAL AGENCY INVESTMENT FUND AND RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 12-21.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Loeffler, Wu and Mayor Knoblock
NOE: None
Items Removed from the Consent Calendar for Discussion
11E. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION DECLARING SURPLUS AND
APPROVING DISPOSITION OF RETIRED FLEET EQUIPMENT & VEHICLES Motion by Mayor Knoblock, second by Councilmember Loeffler, CARRIED 5-0, to continue this item to the April 15, 2025 or May 6, 2025 Regular City Council meeting and direct staff to contact a local auctioneer to gather details concerning logistics and feasibility of holding an auction locally.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Loeffler, Wu and Mayor Knoblock
NOE: None
12. Oral Communications (Part 2)
Lois McNicoll opined on the legality of action taken by the Orange County Transportation Authority concerning projects within San Clemente.
Susan Ambrose commented on City Council action concerning the Coastal Advisory Committee as it relates to community interest.
13. Future Agenda Items
Streamlining Design Approvals at Planning Commission
Councilmember Cabral, with the support of Mayor Knoblock and Councilmember Wu, agendized consideration of an ordinance to amend approval procedures so the Planning Commission will not consider items previously reviewed by the Design Review Subcommittee as long as the applicant includes the changes recommended by the Design Review Subcommittee when their project is before the Planning Commission for approval.
City Councilmembers First Amendment Rights
Councilmember Cabral, with the support of Councilmember Wu and Mayor Knoblock, agendized consideration of City Council First Amendment Rights .
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Anticipated Litigation - Closed Session Item
Councilmember Cabral, with the support of Councilmember Loeffler, agendized for Closed Session - Anticipated Litigation of an undisclosed item.
Orange County Transportation Authority Presentation
Mayor Pro Tern Enmeier, with the support of Mayor Knoblock, agendized a presentation by the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) concerning San Clemente projects at a future City Council meeting.
Re-Ratification of Resolution No. 24-12
Councilmember Wu, with the support of Mayor Pro Tern Enmeier, agendized re-ratification of Resolution No. 24-12 with added language that all councilmembers are able and should address issues community wide despite district elections.
Notification of City Sponsored Events and Attendance Policy Councilmember Wu, with the support of Mayor Pro Tern Enmeier, agendized consideration of a policy to notify City Councilmembers of City sponsored events and mechanism for attendance priority to avoid Brown Act violations .
14. Reports
A. Commissions and Committees
None.
B. Council Subcommittee Updates
None.
C. City Attorney
None.
D. City Manager
None.
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15. Adjournment
Motion by Mayor Knoblock, second by Mayor Pro Tern Enmeier, CARRIED 5-0, to adjourn at 7:33 p.m. in memory of Orange County Fire Authority Fire Apparatus Engineer Kevin Skinner. The next Regular Meeting will be held on April 15, 2025. Closed Session will begin at 4:30 p.m.The Business Meeting will commence at 5:30 p.m. The meeting will take place at City Hall Council Chambers, located at 910 Calle Negocio, 2nd Floor, San Clemente.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Loeffler, Wu and Mayor Knoblock
NOE: None
MAYOR of the City of
San Clemente, California
CITY CLERK of the City of
San Clemente, California
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Anticipated Litigation - Closed Session Item
Councilmember Cabral, with the support of Councilmember Loeffler, agendized for Closed Session - Anticipated Litigation of an undisclosed item .
Orange County Transportation Authority Presentation
Mayor Pro Tern Enmeier, with the support of Mayor Knoblock, agendized a presentation by the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) concerning San Clemente projects at a future City Council meeting.
Re-Ratification of Resolution No. 24-12
Councilmember Wu, with the support of Mayor Pro Tern Enmeier, agendized re-ratification of Resolution No. 24-12 with added language that all councilmembers are able and should address issues community wide despite district elections.
Notification of City Sponsored Events and Attendance Policy Councilmember Wu, with the support of Mayor Pro Tern Enmeier, agendized consideration of a policy to notify City Councilmembers of City sponsored events and mechanism for attendance priority to avoid Brown Act violations.
14. Reports
A. Commissions and Committees
None.
B. Council Subcommittee Updates
None.
C. City Attorney
None.
D. City Manager
None.
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15. Adjournment
Motion by Mayor Knoblock, second by Mayor Pro Tern Enmeier, CARRIED 5-0, to adjourn at 7:33 p.m. in memory of Orange County Fire Authority Fire Apparatus Engineer Kevin Skinner. The next Regular Meeting will be held on April 15, 2025. Closed Session will begin at 4:30 p.m.The Business Meeting will commence at 5:30 p.m. The meeting will take place at City Hall Council Chambers, located at 910 Calle Negocio, 2nd Floor, San Clemente.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Loeffler, Wu and Mayor Knoblock
NOE: None
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