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Council Chambers
CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE
Tuesday, April 15, 2025
City Council
Regular Meeting Minutes
4:30 p.m. - Closed Session
5:30 p.m. - Business Meeting
Mayor Knoblock
Mayor Pro Tem 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 15, 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: Andy Hall, City Manager; Elizabeth Mitchell, City Attorney; Laura Campagnolo, City Clerk; Megan Jimenez, Deputy City Clerk
CLOSED SESSION
The City Council agreed to consider Closed Session Item B first.
Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Councilmember Loeffler, CARRIED 5-0, to recess to Closed Session at 4:32 p.m. to discuss the following:
A. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - INITIATION OF LITIGATION Whether to initiate litigation pursuant to Government Code section 54956.9(d) (4)
Number of Cases: 1
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: Andy Hall, City Manager and Samantha Wylie, Beaches, Parks and Recreation Director
Negotiating Parties: Introduction Unlimited, Inc.
Under Negotiations: Price and terms for potential lease for the Farmers Market
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AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Loeffler, Wu and Mayor Knoblock
NOE: None
Councilmember Wu left Closed Session at 4:54 p.m.
Closed Session concluded at 5:22 p.m.
BUSINESS MEETING
The Business Meeting reconvened at 5:30 p.m. with all City Councilmembers present.
INVOCATION
Ryder Steimle, San Clemente Stake Interfaith Specialist, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, gave the invocation.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Loeffler led the Pledge of Allegiance.
1. Special Presentations
A. Presentation of Commendation - John Kiger
The Mayor, with the City Council, presented a commendation to John Kiger for his bravery and heroism in identifying the alleged suspect involved in the stabbing of an Orange County Sheriff Deputy at North Beach.
2. Oral Communications (Part 1)
Dr. James Wilson, San Clemente, narrated a PowerPoint presentation concerning technology to track panga boats off the coast of San Clemente. A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerk.
Amanda Quintanilla spoke on the California Coastal Commission emergency permit for the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) projects in San Clemente.
Pamela Brashear, San Clemente, commented on the "Hands Off" protest held on April 5, 2025.
Nancy Brashier, San Clemente, commented on the "Hands Off" protest held on April 5, 2025.
Reva Buck spoke on the ongoing Broadmoor Homeowners Association action concerning trees that exceed 17 feet.
Paul Buck, San Clemente, commented on the ongoing Broadmoor Homeowners Association action concerning trees that exceed 17 feet; submitted documents to be included in the record, which are on file with the City Clerk.
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Lois McNicoll narrated a video presentation concerning conditions at San Clemente beaches. A copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerk.
George Gregory, San Clemente, spoke in opposition to local church groups distribution of food, goods and services at North Beach.
3. Motion waiving reading in full of all Resolutions and Ordinances Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Mayor Pro Tem Enmeier, CARRIED 5-0, to waive reading in full of all Resolutions and Ordinances.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Loeffler, Wu and Mayor Knoblock
NOE: None
4. Consideration of agendizing items requiring immediate action None.
5. Closed Session Report - City Attorney
City Attorney Mitchell provided the following Closed Session Report:
Direction given, no reportable action concerning:
A. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - INITIATION OF LITIGATION Whether to initiate litigation pursuant to Government Code section 54956.9(d) (4)
Number of Cases: 1
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 (Farmers Market)
City Negotiators: Andy Hall, City Manager and Samantha Wylie, Beaches, Parks and Recreation Director
Negotiating Parties: Introduction Unlimited, Inc.
Under Negotiations: Price and terms for potential lease for the Farmers Market
6. Staff Communications
Public Works Director/City Engineer Rebensdorf announced the upcoming grand opening of the San Clemente Pump Track on April 26, 2025 at 11:00 a.m., and the San Clemente Earth Day Beach Clean-up and Educational Fair held at the Pier and Parque Del Mar on April 26, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
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7. Public Hearings
7A. PUBLIC HEARING ON 2025 WEED ABATEMENT - ORDER TO ABATE
NUISANCES BY HAVING WEEDS, RUBBISH, AND REFUSE, REMOVED
FROM VACANT AND UNOCCUPIED, DEVELOPED PROPERTIES, AND
FINDING THE PROJECT CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT FROM THE
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
Mayor Knoblock opened the Public Hearing.
Community Development Director Atamian reviewed the contents of the Adminsitrative Report and responded to City Council inquiries.
Tom Streeter, San Clemente, spoke in support of expanding the weed abatement program; urged the City Council to require homeowners to rid their property of certain plants.
There being no others desiring to speak, Mayor Knoblock closed the Public Hearing.
Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Mayor Pro Tem Enmeier, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Resolution No. 25-39 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING
THE DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT TO ABATE THE
NUISANCES BY HAVING WEEDS, RUBBISH, REFUSE AND DIRT REMOVED
FROM VACANT PROPERTIES AND UNOCCUPIED, DEVELOPED
PROPERTIES WITHIN THE CITY, NOTIFYING THE STATE, COUNTY, OR
ANY OTHER PUBLIC AGENCY AND FINDING THE PROJECT
CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL
QUALITY ACT (CEQA) UNDER SECTIONS 15301, 15308, AND 15321 OF THE CEQA GUIDELINES (14 CCR § 15301(h), CLASS 1: EXISTING FACILITIES, 15308, CLASS 8: ACTIONS BY REGULATORY AGENCIES FOR
PROTECTION OF THE ENVIRONMENT, AND 15321, CLASS 21:
ENFORCEMENT ACTIONS BY REGULATORY AGENCIES).
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Loeffler, Wu and Mayor Knoblock
NOE: None
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8. Unfinished Business
8A. OFFSHORE SAND SOURCE INVESTIGATION PROJECT STATUS UPDATE Greg Hearon, Coastal Frontiers, narrated a PowerPoint presentation entitled "City of San Clemente Offshore Sand Source Investigation Project Update" and responded to City Council inquiries. A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerk.
By consensus, the City Council moved to receive and file the Administrative Report dated April 15, 2025 and on file with the City Clerk.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Loeffler, Wu and Mayor Knoblock
NOE: None
9. New Business
9A. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING A $25,000 DONATION
FROM PIERPRIDE FOUNDATION FOR THE REPLACEMENT AND
PURCHASE OF THE HOLIDAY TREE AT THE END OF THE PIER
Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Mayor Pro Tem Enmeier, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Adopt revised Resolution No. 25-40 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING A DONATION OF $25,000 FROM THE PIERPRIDE FOUNDATION FOR
THE PURCHASE OF A REPLACEMENT ARTIFICIAL HOLIDAY TREE FOR THE END OF THE PIER.
2. Approve the allocation of funds for the purchase of the tree as outlined in the Administrative Report, dated April 15, 2025.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Loeffler, Wu and Mayor Knoblock
NOE: None
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9B. DISCUSSION ABOUT CITY COUNCILMEMBER PARTICIPATION AT CITY EVENTS AND A POSSIBLE AMENDMENT TO CITY POLICY NO. 1201-11 TO
DEFINE PROPER SPEAKING ETIQUETTE AT AND/OR ATTENDANCE AT
CERTAIN CITY EVENTS AND MEETINGS OF LEGISLATIVE BODIES
Amanda Quintanilla narrated a PowerPoint presentation entitled "SC Policy Change". A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerk.
Lois McNicoll opined that City Councilmembers should not express their opinions regarding ballot measures.
Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Mayor Knoblock, CARRIED 5-0, to table this item and take no action.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Loeffler, Wu and Mayor Knoblock
NOE: None
9C. CONSIDERATION OF RE-RATIFICATION OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-12
ENTITLED A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN
CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A STATEMENT OF INTENT FOR
EACH COUNCILMEMBER TO ACT IN THE BEST INTERESTS OF THE
ENTIRE CITY FOLLOWING THE IMPLEMENTATION OF COUNCIL
ELECTION DISTRICTS
Amanda Quintanilla opined on the proposed changes to Resolution No. 24-12.
Motion by Councilmember Wu, DIED FOR A LACK OF SECOND, to add language to Resolution No. 24-12 to include “The City Council governs the whole City with all Councilmembers sharing the responsibilities. No Councilmember has his or her exclusive jurisdiction, regardless the implementation of the by-district election system.”
Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Mayor Pro Tem Enmeier, CARRIED 4-1 (Councilmember Wu voting NOE), to table this item and take no action.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Loeffler and Mayor Knoblock
NOE: Wu
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9D. SCHEDULING OF A MEETING TO INTERVIEW AND APPOINT INDIVIDUALS
TO SERVE ON VARIOUS CITY COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES AND
RELATED DIRECTION
Amanda Quintanilla opined that Coastal Advisory Committee members should continue their unexpired terms on the Beaches, Parks and Recreation Commission.
John Dolegowski, San Clemente, expressed concerns regarding focus on coastal issues; suggested that the City Council assign specific tasks to a coastal subcommittee.
Susan Ambrose, San Clemente, opined on the Coastal Advisory Committee duties being consolidated with the Beaches, Parks and Recreation Commission.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Enmeier, second by Councilmember Wu, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Authorize and direct the City Clerk to advertise to fill 14 total vacancies on the Arts and Culture Committee, Beaches, Parks and Recreation Commission, Community Safety and Welfare Committee, Golf Course Committee, Investment Advisory Committee and Planning Commission for two-year terms to expire June 30, 2027.
2. Schedule interviews for June 17, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. to appoint individuals to fill the upcoming vacancies.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Loeffler, Wu and Mayor Knoblock
NOE: None
9E. FISCAL YEAR 2024-2025 SECOND QUARTER REPORT AND MID-YEAR
BUDGET ADJUSTMENTS
Administrative Services Director Brower and Finance Manager Mariano narrated a PowerPoint presentation entitled "Mid-Year Financial Report FY 2024-25 as of December 31, 2024" and responded to City Council inquiries. A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerk.
Lois McNicoll suggested that the City have additional Long Term Financial Plan presentations to inform the community on the financial status of the City.
Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Councilmember Loeffler, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Adopt Resolution 25-41 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING AND
APPROVING THE MID YEAR ADJUSTMENTS TO THE CITY OF SAN
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CLEMENTE MUNICIPAL BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEARS 2024-25.
2. Receive and file the FY 2024-25 2nd Quarter Report.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Loeffler, Wu and Mayor Knoblock
NOE: None
9F. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION APPROVING CLASSIFICATION
CHANGES SUPPORTING DEPARTMENTAL REORGANIZATION AND OTHER
VARIOUS CHANGES FOR ORGANIZATIONAL EFFECTIVENESS AND A
REVISED SALARY SCHEDULE
Amanda Quintanilla narrated a PowerPoint presentation entitled "Commission and Committees". A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerk.
Lois McNicoll commented on the financial status of the City as it relates to duties assigned to regraded positions.
Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Mayor Pro Tem Enmeier, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Resolution No. 25-42 to approve the reorganization and classification changes and approve the revised salary schedule.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Loeffler, Wu and Mayor Knoblock
NOE: None
10. Consent Calendar
Item 10H was removed from the Consent Calendar for discussion.
A. City Council Minutes
Motion by Councilmember Wu, second by Councilmember Cabral, CARRIED 5-0, to:
(1) APPROVE THE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF APRIL 1, 2025.
(2) APPROVE THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE SAN CLEMENTE
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES OF APRIL 1, 2025.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Loeffler, Wu and Mayor Knoblock
NOE: None
B. Commission/Committee Minutes
Motion by Councilmember Wu, second by Councilmember Cabral, CARRIED 5-0, to receive and file:
(1) DESIGN REVIEW SUBCOMMITTEE SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES OF MARCH 26, 2025.
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(2) PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF APRIL 2, 2025.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Loeffler, Wu and Mayor Knoblock
NOE: None
C. Warrant Register
Motion by Councilmember Wu, second by Councilmember Cabral, CARRIED 5-0, to:
(1) APPROVE WARRANT NOS.
603540 THROUGH 603665, PAID ON
3-28-25, IN THE AMOUNT OF $965,207.13
(2) APPROVE WIRE TRANSFER NOS.
3218 THROUGH 3225 AND WARRANT NOS.
603666 THROUGH 603879, PAID ON
4-4-25, IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,705,619.73
TOTAL WARRANT REGISTER $2,670,826.86
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Loeffler, Wu and Mayor Knoblock
NOE: None
Payroll Register
Motion by Councilmember Wu, second by Councilmember Cabral, CARRIED 5-0, to:
APPROVE WARRANT NOS. 975
THROUGH 977 AND AUTOMATIC
DEPOSIT ADVISES 101935
THROUGH 102285, FOR THE PERIOD
3-17-25 THROUGH 3-30-25, PAID
ON 4-4-25, IN THE AMOUNT OF $544,663.76
TOTAL PAYROLL REGISTER $544,663.76
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Loeffler, Wu and Mayor Knoblock
NOE: None
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10D. ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 1789 (SECOND READING) - 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
Motion by Councilmember Wu, second by Councilmember Cabral, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Ordinance No. 1789 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA, 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, RESPECTIVELY.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Loeffler, Wu and Mayor Knoblock
NOE: None
10E. NOTICE OF COMPLETION - WATER RECLAMATION PLANT (WRP)
SPLITTER BOX REHABILITATION
Motion by Councilmember Wu, second by Councilmember Cabral, CARRIED 5-0, to:
Adopt Resolution No. 25-43, which will:
1. Accept the WRP Splitter Box Rehabilitation, Project No. 14206, from the contractor, Jennette Company, Inc.
2. Authorize the City Clerk to execute and record the Notice of Completion for the completed WRP Splitter Box Rehabilitation.
3. Authorize the City Clerk to release the Payment Bond 35 days from the recordation of the Notice of Completion upon verification with the Engineering Division that no liens have been levied against the contractor, Jennette Company, Inc.
4. Authorize the City Clerk to release the performance bond for this project upon receipt of a warranty bond in a form acceptable to the Public Works Director/City Engineer in the amount of 25% of the total construction cost.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Loeffler, Wu and Mayor Knoblock
NOE: None
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10F. CONTRACT AWARD - POCHE BEACH WATER RECLAMATION PROJECT
DIVERSION DESIGN PROJECT AND APPROVING RELATED
APPROPRIATIONS
Motion by Councilmember Wu, second by Councilmember Cabral, CARRIED 5-0, to:
Adopt Resolution No. 25-44, which will:
1. Award a Professional Consultant Services Agreement to BKF Engineers for the design of a dry-weather urban runoff diversion as part of the Poche Beach Water Reclamation Project.
2. Approve, and authorize the City Manager to execute, Contract No. C25-17, by and between the City of San Clemente and BKF Engineers, providing for the Poche Beach Water Reclamation Project Diversion Design Project, in an amount not to exceed $279,440.
3. Authorize an appropriation of $250,000 from an Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) Environmental Cleanup Program Grant to Account No. 057-543-45300-000-16006.
4. Approve a transfer of $57,000 from Account No. 057-541-43890 (Clean Ocean Program Stormwater Compliance - Other Contractual Services) to Account No. 057-543-45300-000-16006.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Loeffler, Wu and Mayor Knoblock
NOE: None
10G. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVING GRANT APPLICATIONS FOR THE LAND
AND WATER CONSERVATION FUND FOR THE VISTA HERMOSA SPORTS
PARK MEADOWS PROJECT AND THE RALPHS SKATE COURT SKATE
PARK EXPANSION PROJECT
Motion by Councilmember Wu, second by Councilmember Cabral, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 25-45, entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING
THE GRANT APPLICATION FOR THE LAND AND WATER
CONSERVATION FUND VISTA HERMOSA SPORTS PARK MEADOWS
DEVELOPMENT PROJECT.
2. Adopt Resolution No. 25-46, entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING
THE GRANT APPLICATION FOR THE LAND AND WATER
CONSERVATION FUND SKATE COURT EXPANSION PROJECT.
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AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Loeffler, Wu and Mayor Knoblock
NOE: None
ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR FOR DISCUSSION
10H. CONSIDERATION OF SUBMITTING A LETTER OF OPPOSITION TO THE CALIFORNIA LEGISLATURE REGARDING ASSEMBLY BILL 820 (PELLERIN) - A BILL TO ADD SECTION 50206 TO THE CALIFORNIA HEALTH AND
SAFETY CODE RELATING TO HOMELESSNESS TRANSPORT
Tom Streeter, San Clemente, urged the City Council to support the bill as written.
Donna Vidrine, San Clemente, spoke in support of the proposed bill as written.
Community Development Director Atamain reviewed the contents of the Administrative Report and responded to City Council inquiries.
Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Councilmember Loeffler, CARRIED 4-1 (Mayor Pro Tem Enmeier voting NOE) to approve, and authorize the Mayor to execute, and staff to submit a letter, in opposition to Assembly Bill 820 (Pellerin) to the State Legislature.
AYE: Cabral, Loeffler, Wu and Mayor Knoblock
NOE: Enmeier
11. Oral Communications (Part 2)
None.
12. Future Agenda Items
Coastal Frontiers Sand Source Investigation
Councilmember Cabral, with the support of Mayor Pro Tem Enmeier and Councilmember Loeffler, agendized a report to address the upcoming sand investigation with Coastal Frontiers to have recommended sites for best locations/opportunities for locating suitable sand for beach nourishment.
Weed Abatement Program Changes
Councilmember Cabral, with the support of Councilmember Loeffler and Mayor Knoblock, agendized consideration of expansion of the weed abatement program to increase the 100 foot fire break for homeowners association properties.
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Supervisor Foley's Sand Committee
Mayor Knoblock to report back to the City Council, once information is available, Supervisor Foley’s Sand Committee to determine if the City will participate and who the representative will be.
Failed Tax Measure BB
Councilmember Loeffler requested that the City Manager prepare a memo to inform the City Council if Measure BB (specific tax for sand and beach nourishment) had passed, how much money the City would have received from January - July 2025.
13. Reports
A. Council Member Reports
Councilmember Cabral:
· Announced that the City of San Clemente has been selected as the surfing contest location for the 2028 Olympics.
· Spoke on transportation for the 2028 Olympics and partnerships with the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) and others within the city. · Presented at the April 2, 2025 Planning Commission meeting. · Attended the California Insider program.
· Attended the California Coastal Commission meeting on April 9, 2025. · Met with the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA). · Attended the San Clemente Leadership program on April 10, 2025. · Attended the University of California, Irvine presentation concerning cost effective methods for delivering sand to San Clemente on April 10, 2025. · Attended the Cal Cities meeting on April 11, 2025.
· Wrote letters concerning upcoming legislation to the California legislature. · Attended a Chamber of Commerce awards ceremony event at Disneyland. · Announced that the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) was awarded their emergency permit for projects within San Clemente. · Attended the Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Palm Sunday concert.
Councilmember Enmeier:
· Attended the University of California, San Diego School of Policy concerning issues within San Clemente on April 9, 2025.
· Attended the University of California, Irvine presentation concerning cost effective methods for delivering sand to San Clemente on April 10, 2025. · Visited with the goats clearing the brush on April 11, 2025.
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Councilmember Loeffler:
· Met with Senator Blakespear concerning collaborating with San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG) for beach nourishment. · Attended Leadership San Clemente on April 3, 2025.
· Met with Marblehead Homeowners Association and toured the Pico Canyon concerning overgrown vegetation on April 3, 2025.
· Attended the Chamber of Commerce Community Update Luncheon on April 3, 2025.
· Attended the Luxor Real Estate meet and greet mixer.
· Attended the University of California, Irvine presentation concerning cost effective methods for delivering sand to San Clemente on April 10, 2025. · Spoke at Laurie Davies Fire Mitigation Workshop on April 10, 2025. · Attended the 30th Anniversary celebration for Syrens Hair Parlor on April 11, 2025.
· Attended the Aura Skinfit Ribbon Cutting on April 11, 2025. · Met with Seascape residents concerning a pedestrian island on Mira Costa. · Met with Shorecliffs residents concerning errant golf balls. · Recognized Police Services Captain Chevalier for his exemplary service to the City.
Councilmember Wu:
· Addressed the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) Coastal Commission approval for areas 1-3 (Mariposa Bridge).
Mayor Knoblock:
· Attended the University of California, Irvine presentation concerning cost effective methods for delivering sand to San Clemente on April 10, 2025. · Announced that the goat grazing pilot program concluded on April 15, 2025. · Announced that his name was passed onto the Senate Rules Committee for consideration of possible appointment to the California Coastal Commission. · Met with Customs and Border Protection concerning camera placement within the City on April 3, 2025.
B. City Attorney
None.
C. City Manager
2028 Summer Olympics
City Manager Hall commented on San Clemente being selected for the 2028 Summer Olympics surf competition.
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Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) Projects within the City City Manager Hall commented on the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) project and the collaboration with the City on proposed projects within the City.
City Manager Executed Contracts
City Manager Hall reported that the following contracts were executed under his signature authority:
1. First Amendment with Digital Mapping Incorporated providing for Aerial Data Collection Services in an amount not to exceed $56,393.01.
2. Michael Baker International, Inc. providing for a Biological Survey in the amount of $3,360.
3. Kelsoe and Associates, Inc. providing for the preparation of legal documents for grant of easement for Storm Drain and Sanitary Sewer for Cyprus Shore in the amount of $9,210.
4. Financial Credit Network providing for Collection Agency Services in the amount of $5,000 annually.
5. Engineering Solutions Services providing for the Costero Risco Pressure Reducing Station Rehabilitation in the amount of $25,750.
6. BOA Architecture providing for San Clemente Community Center Restroom Rehabilitation in the amount of $28,000.
Mayor Knoblock requested additional information concerning the Michael Baker International, Inc. Biological survey contract.
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14. Adjournment
Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Councilmember Loeffler, CARRIED 5-0, to adjourn at 8:17 p.m. in recognition of Holy Week. The next Regular Meeting will be held on May 6, 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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Steve Knoblock, Mayor of the City of
San Clemente, California
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CITY CLERK of the City of
San Clemente, California