CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE
Tuesday, June3,2025
City Council
Regular Meeting Minutes
4:30 p.m. - Closed Session
5:30 p.m. - Business Meeting
910 Calle Negocio
2nd Floor
San Clemente, California
www.san-clemente.org
Council Chambers
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 June 3, 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
Motion by Mayor Pro Tern Enmeier, 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- EXISTING LITIGATION
Existing litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1) Number of Cases: 1
Case Name: City of San Clemente v. Alfie Shahid, et al., Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-2024-01381591-CU-MC-CJC
AYE:
NOE:
Cabral, Enmeier, Loeffler, Wu and Mayor Knoblock
None
Closed Session concluded at 4:46 p.m.
BUSINESS MEETING
The Business meeting reconvened at 5:30 p.m. with all City Councilmembers present.
INVOCATION
Pastor Karl Stuckenberg, St. Andrew's By-the-Sea United Methodist Church, gave the invocation .
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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Cabral led the Pledge of Allegiance.
1. Special Presentations
None.
2. Oral Communications (Part 1)
The following individuals spoke in opposition to extending the amortization of short term lodging units:
Matthew Flesher, San Clemente
Chuck Linnert
Dan Bowman
Chris Booth, San Clemente
Marcia Rouvell, San Clemente
Wayne Eggleston
Gale Gordon, San Clemente
Tricia Mading
Kathy Ward, San Clemente
Carter Redish, San Clemente
David Hurwitz, San Clemente
Joe Janis
Bernice Rivera-Giles
Kristi Dassonville, San Clemente
Lois McNicoll narrated a video of work being performed by the Orange County Transportation Authority along the railroad tracks; urged the City Council to take action on items of interest to the community. A copy of the video is on file with the City Clerk.
Donna Vidrine commented on the upcoming 2028 Olympics; recognized the Beaches, Parks and Recreation Memorial Day Observance and the Downtown Business Association's Annual Car Show.
Amanda Quintanilla commented on the history of short term lodging units within the City; commented on the proposed battery storage facility in San Juan Capistrano.
Suzie Lantz, San Clemente Chamber of Commerce, narrated a PowerPoint presentation on upcoming events. A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerk.
Reorganization of Agenda
The City Council considered Item 11 A(1) City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of May 20, 2025 prior to Item No. 3 - Councilmember Reports on the agenda, please reference page 14 of these minutes for a summary of action .
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3. Council Member Reports
Councilmember Wu:
• Attended the Memorial Day Observance on May 26, 2025 at the Community Center.
• Attended the Park Semper Fi 20th Anniversary Memorial Day event on May 26, 2025.
• Attended the white sea bass release on May 28, 2025.
• Attended the Downtown Business Association Car Show on May 31 , 2025.
Councilmember Loeffler:
• Spoke with a resident regarding an issue at Shorecliffs on May 21 , 2025. • Spoke with a resident regarding San Diego Gas & Electric gas line installation on May 21 , 2025.
• Met with a resident concerning a possible code violation on May 22, 2025. • Contacted San Diego Gas & Electric government affairs representative regarding a gas line issue on May 23, 2025.
• Attended the Memorial Day Observance on May 26, 2025 at the Community Center.
• Attended the Park Semper Fi 20th Anniversary Memorial Day event on May 26, 2025.
• Attended a Desalination briefing with the City Manager and Public Works Director/City Engineer on May 27, 2025.
• Attended a Public Safety Committee Meeting on May 27, 2025. • Judged the culinary competition at San Clemente High School on May 28, 2025.
• Attended PierPride meeting with Supervisor Foley's office concerning the pier entrance project on May 30, 2025.
• Attended the Orange County Fire Authority Best and Bravest ceremony on May 30, 2025.
• Spoke with residents regarding concerns related to short term lodging units on June 2, 2025.
• Responded to numerous resident emails regarding short term lodging units on June 2, 2025.
Councilmember Cabral:
• Toured the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) revetment work along the Railroad tracks.
• Toured the Linda Lane Pump Station.
• Met with San Diego Gas & Electric concerning available sand at Prado Dam . • Participated in a community discussion concerning public safety. • Met with a representative from Local 3861 Orange County Professional Firefighters concerning issues within the association . • Attended the Orange County Fire Authority Board Meeting on May 22, 2025. • Attended the Polynesian Festival on May 24, 2025 at the San Clemente Community Center.
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• Attended the Memorial Day Observance on May 26, 2025 at the Community Center.
• Attended the Park Semper Fi 20th Anniversary Memorial Day event on May 26, 2025.
• Attended the Investment Advisory Committee meeting on May 27, 2025. • Attended a meeting with a state senator.
• Attended an open house with State Senator Strickland on May 30, 2025. • Attended the Orange County Taxpayers Association luncheon on May 30, 2025.
• Attended the Orange County Fire Authority Best and Bravest ceremony on May 30, 2025.
• Attended a meeting with the Association of California Cities - Orange County on June 2, 2025.
• Announced "Olympic Day" on June 23, 2025.
• Attended the Downtown Business Association Car Show and announced the winners on May 31, 2025.
Mayor Pro Tern Enmeier:
• Attended the Cal Cities Coastal Leadership Committee meeting on May 22, 2025.
• Attended the Memorial Day Observance on May 26, 2025 at the Community Center.
• Attended the Park Semper Fi 20th Anniversary Memorial Day event on May 26, 2025.
• Attended the white sea bass release on May 28, 2025.
• Attended the Orange County Fire Authority Best and Bravest ceremony on May 30, 2025.
• Attended the Statement on Auditing Standards (SAS) No. 99 Fraud Inquiry meeting on May 29, 2025.
Mayor Knoblock:
• Attended the Orange County Vector Control Meeting on May 15, 2025. • Toured Linda Lane Pump Station on June 3, 2025.
• Toured the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) revetment work along the Railroad tracks.
• Toured the Port of Long Beach regarding available surveillance technology on May 29, 2025.
• Attended the Memorial Day Observance on May 26, 2025 at the Community Center.
• Attended the Park Semper Fi 20th Anniversary Memorial Day event on May 26, 2025.
• Attended the Downtown Business Association Car Show on May 31, 2025. • Site Tour at Prado Dam on May 28, 2025.
• Met with State Senator Strickland; announced Senator Strickland will tour San Clemente.
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4. Motion waiving reading in full of all Resolutions and Ordinances Motion by Mayor Pro Tern Enmeier, second by Mayor Knoblock, 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:
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. Alfie Shahid, et al., Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-2024-01381591-CU-MC-CJC
7. Staff Communications
City Manager Hall displayed a PowerPoint concerning public hearing information/public comment portal and additional resources concerning the public hearing for the proposed battery storage site in San Juan Capistrano. A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerk.
8. Public Hearings
8A. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING THE INTRODUCTION (FIRST READING) OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING EXHIBIT "A" OF CHAPTER 8.22
OF THE SAN CLEMENTE MUNICIPAL CODE, RELATING TO THE VERY
HIGH, HIGH, AND MODERATE FIRE HAZARD SEVERITY ZONES
Mayor Knoblock opened the public hearing .
There being no one desiring to speak, Mayor Knoblock closed the public hearing.
Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Mayor Pro Tern Enmeier, CARRIED 5-0, to introduce and conduct the first reading of Ordinance 1791 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING EXHIBIT "A" OF CHAPTER 8.22 OF
THE SAN CLEMENTE MUNICIPAL CODE TO INCLUDE UPDATES TO THE
MAP CLASSIFICATION OF MODERATE, HIGH AND VERY HIGH FIRE HAZARD SEVERITY ZONES WITHIN THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE.
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AYE:
NOE:
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8B. STATUS REPORT ON CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE POSITION VACANCIES
AND RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION EFFORTS IN COMPLIANCE WITH ASSEMBLY BILL 2561/GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 3502.3
Mayor Knoblock opened the public hearing.
There being no one desiring to speak, Mayor Knoblock closed the publir, hearing.
Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Mayor Pro Tern Enmeier, CARRIED 5-0, to receive and file the Administrative Report dated June 6, 2025 and on file with the City Clerk.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Loeffler, Wu and Mayor Knoblock
NOE: None
9. Unfinished Business
9A. CONTINUED DISCUSSION REGARDING THE POSSIBLE CREATION OF A
LOCAL OLYMPIC COMMITTEE OR AD HOC SUB-COMMITTEE TO
ADDRESS THE OPPORTUNITIES AND CONCERNS ASSOCIATED WITH
HOSTING A PORTION OF THE LOS ANGELES OLYMPIC GAMES 2028 Amanda Quintanilla spoke in support of a citizen committee for the 2028 Olympics.
Kristi Dassonville, San Clemente, spoke in support of an Olympic Committee.
Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Mayor Knoblock, CARRIED 5-0, to table this item and take no action .
AYE:
NOE:
Cabral, Enmeier, Loeffler, Wu and Mayor Knoblock
None
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10. New Business
10A. FISCAL YEAR 2025-26 BUDGET ADJUSTMENTS AND ADOPTION OF A
RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING THE APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-26
Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Mayor Knoblock, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 25-71 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING
AND APPROVING THE ADJUSTMENTS TO THE CITY OF SAN
CLEMENTE MUNICIPAL BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-26.
2. Adopt Resolution No. 25-72 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA,
ESTABLISHING AN APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT PURSUANT TO ARTICLE XIIIB OF THE CALIFORNIA CONSTITUTION.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Loeffler, Wu and Mayor Knoblock
NOE: None
1 OB. CONSIDERATION OF ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION APPROVING
REVISED SALARY SCHEDULE FOR YEAR TWO OF THE APPROVED
FISCAL YEARS 2024-25 AND 2025-26 BUDGET
Councilmember Cabral summarized the final actions on salaries, salary schedule and compensation paid in the form of fringe benefits to local agency executives, specifically that adoption of Resolution No. 25-73, would approve a salary increase of 3% for all benefited full time City employees, including executive management positions, as well as approving a revised salary schedule effective July 7, 2025.
Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Mayor Knoblock, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Resolution No. 25-73, approving a classification change and revised salary schedule effective July 7, 2025.
·AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Loeffler, Wu and Mayor Knoblock
NOE: None
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10C. CONSIDERATION OF EXTENDING THE GOAT GRAZING NOXIOUS WEED AND FIRE FUEL REDUCTION PILOT PROGRAM UNTIL DECEMBER 31, 2025 Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Mayor Knoblock, CARRIED 5-0, to continue this item to the June 17, 2025 City Council meeting.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Loeffler, Wu and Mayor Knoblock
NOE: None
10D. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION AWARDING AN EMERGENCY
CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT TO ALLIANCE DIVERSIFIED ENTERPRISES INC. FOR THE INSTALLATION OF CAISSONS AND TIEBACKS FOR THE MARQUITA SLOPE INTERIM RECONSTRUCT, CIP PROJECT NO. 212081 IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $2,292,421, APPROVING A SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATION IN THE AMOUNT OF $605,996, AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT, AND FINDING
THE PROJECT CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
Amanda Quintanilla expressed concerns regarding the California Joint Powers Insurance Authority (CJPIA) coverage; spoke in support of competitively bidding this project.
Mike Kay commented on the competitive bidding process.
Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Councilmember Wu, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. To direct staff to competitively bid the installation of caissons and tiebacks for the Marquita Slope Interim Reconstruct Project with prioritization of time reduction when possible.
2. Direct staff to take necessary action to extend the emergency coastal permit with the California Coastal Commission for the installation of caissons and tiebacks for the Marquita Slope Interim Reconstruct Project.
3. Direct staff to develop plans and specifications for the installation of caissons and tiebacks for the Marquita Slope Interim Reconstruct Project as soon as possible.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Loeffler, Wu and Mayor Knoblock
NOE: None
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1 OE. FY 2025-26 CONTRACT BETWEEN THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE AND THE
COUNTY OF ORANGE FOR POLICE SERVICES
Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Councilmember Loeffler, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Resolution No. 25-75 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA,
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT WITH THE COUNTY OF ORANGE FOR POLICE SERVICES FOR FY 2025-26.
AYE:
NOE:
Cabral, Enmeier, Loeffler, Wu and Mayor Knoblock
None
11. Consent Calendar
The City Council removed Items 11A(1 ), 11 Kand 11 M for discussion.
B. Commission/Committee Minutes
Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Councilmember Loeffler, CARRIED 5-0, to receive and file the following:
(1) PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF APRIL 22, 2025.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Loeffler, Wu and Mayor Knoblock
NOE: None
C. Warrant Register
Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Councilmember Loeffler, CARRIED 5-0, to:
(1) APPROVE WIRE TRANSFER NOS.
3242 THROUGH 3247 AND WARRANT NOS.
604687 THROUGH 604831 , PAID ON
5-16-25, IN THE AMOUNT OF $1 ,664,625.69
(2) APPROVE WARRANT NOS.
604832 THROUGH 604959, PAID ON
5-23-25, IN THE AMOUNT OF
TOTAL WARRANT REGISTER
$946,837.57
$2,611,463.26
AYE:
NOE:
Cabral, Enmeier, Loeffler, Wu and Mayor Knoblock
None
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Payroll Register
Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Councilmember Loeffler, CARRIED 5-0, to:
APPROVE WARRANT NO. 978 AND
AUTOMATIC DEPOSIT ADVISES 102973
THROUGH 103329, FOR THE PERIOD
4-28-25 THROUGH 5-11-25, PAID
ON 5-16-25, IN THE AMOUNT OF $534,311.81
TOTAL PAYROLL REGISTER $534,311.81
AYE:
NOE:
Cabral, Enmeier, Loeffler, Wu and Mayor Knoblock
None
11 D. ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 1790 (SECOND READING) - IMPOSING TERM
LIMITS ON CITY COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES, WITH THE EXCEPTION
OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Councilmember Loeffler, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Ordinance No. 1790 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA, ADDING SECTIONS 2.28.080, 2.36.080, 2.43.080, 2.45.080 AND 2.46.080 TO THE
MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE TO ADD TERM LIMITS,
RELATING TO THE BEACHES, PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION,
GOLF COURSE COMMITTEE, INVESTMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE, ARTS
AND CULTURE COMMITTEE, AND COMMUNITY SAFETY AND WELFARE COMMITTEE, RESPECTIVELY.
AYE:
NOE:
Cabral, Enmeier, Loeffler, Wu and Mayor Knoblock
None
11E. ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 1792 (SECOND READING) - DELETING SECTION
15.08.020(H)8 AND ADDING CHAPTER 15.19 - ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING STATIONS TO TITLE 15 - BUILDINGS AND CONSTRUCTION OF
THE SAN CLEMENTE MUNICIPAL CODE, TO PROVIDE AN EXPEDITED, STREAMLINED PERMITTING PROCESS FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLE;_
CHARGING SYSTEMS AND FINDING THE ORDINANCE EXEMPT FROM THE
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Councilmember Loeffler, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Ordinance No. 1792 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA, DELETING SECTION 15.08.020(H)(8) AND ADDING CHAPTER 15.19 TO TITLE 15 OF
THE SAN CLEMENTE MUNICIPAL CODE TO SET FORTH AN EXPEDITED,
STREAMLINED PERMITTING PROCESS FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLE
CHARGING SYSTEMS.
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AYE:
NOE:
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11F. RESOLUTION SETTING COMPENSATION FOR ALL CITY COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES AND REPEALING RESOLUTION NOS. 99-56, 23-75 AND 23-88
Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Councilmember Loeffler, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Resolution No. 25-76 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA, RELATING
TO COMPENSATION PAID TO MEMBERS OF THE ARTS AND CULTURE
COMMITTEE, BEACHES, PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION,
COMMUNITY SAFETY AND WELFARE COMMITTEE, DESIGN REVIEW
SUBCOMMITTEE, GOLF COURSE COMMITTEE, INVESTMENT ADVISORY
COMMITTEE AND PLANNING COMMISSION AND REPEALING RESOLUTION NOS. 99-56, 23-75 AND 23-88.
AYE:
NOE:
Cabral, Enmeier, Loeffler, Wu and Mayor Knoblock
None
11 G. RECORDS DESTRUCTION
Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Councilmember Loeffler, CARRIED 5-0, to Adopt Resolution No. 25-77 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA,
AUTHORIZING THE DESTRUCTION OF CERTAIN CITY RECORDS AS
PROVIDED BY SECTION 34090 OF THE GOVERNMENT CODE OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA.
AYE:
NOE:
Cabral, Enmeier, Loeffler, Wu and Mayor Knoblock
None
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11H. NOTICE OF COMPLETION - REPLACEMENT OF PLAYGROUND
SUBSTRATE SURFACING AT SAN GORGONIO PARK
Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Councilmember Loeffler, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Resolution No. 25-78, which will:
1. Accept the replacement of the playground surfacing at San Gorgonio Park, PN 11148, from the contractor, Robertson Industries, Inc.
2. Authorize the City Clerk to execute and record the Notice of Completion for the playground surfacing replacement at San Gorgonio Park.
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, Robertson Industries, 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
111. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION REJECTING ALL BIDS FOR THE
CAMINO VERA CRUZ RECYCLED WATER LINE EXTENSION, CIP PROJECT NO. 17407
Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Councilmember Loeffler, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Resolution No. 25-79, which will:
1. Reject all bids received on May 5, 2025, for the Camino Vera Cruz Recycled Water Line Extension, CIP Project No. 17407, pursuant to Section 20166 of the Public Contract Code.
2. Authorize staff to re-scope the bid package and re-bid the Camino Vera Cruz Recycled Water Line Extension, CIP Project No. 17407, with a revised project scope.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Loeffler, Wu and Mayor Knoblock
NOE: None
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11J. CONTRACT AWARD - REHABILITATION OF TWO (2) 6" A.C.P. DOMESTIC
WATER LINES AS PART OF EL LEVANTE PRESSURE REDUCING STATION
REHABILITATION, AND FINDING THE PROJECT CATEGORICALLY
EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Councilmember Loeffler, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Resolution No 25-80, which will:
1. Find the Rehabilitation of 6" A.C.P. Domestic Water Lines, CIP Project No. 15409, categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under Class 1 (Existing Facilities, 14 CCR section 15301) of the State CEQA Guidelines.
2. Award the Rehabilitation of 6" A.C.P. Domestic Water Lines construction contract to ADV Reline, Inc.
3. Approve, and authorize the City Manager to execute, Contract No. C25- 29, by and between the City of San' Clemente and ADV Reline, Inc., providing for the Rehabilitation of 6" A.C.P. Domestic Water Lines, in an amount not to exceed $74,596, in a form substantially similar to Contract No. 25-29 (Attachment 1 ).
4. Authorize the City Manager or designee to approve total project overages not to exceed 10 percent of the construction costs.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Loeffler, Wu and Mayor Knoblock
NOE: None
11L. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION TO DESIGNATE FISCAL YEAR (FY) 2025-2026 STREET REHABILITATION PROJECTS PURSUANT TO SENATE BILL 1 (SB 1) THE ROAD REPAIR AND ACCOUNTABILITY ACT OF 2017 Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Councilmember Loeffler, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Resolution No. 25-82 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE ADOPTING A LIST OF PROJECTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026 FUNDED BY SENATE BILL 1 (SB 1): THE ROAD REPAIR AND ACCOUNTABILITY ACT OF 2017 AND FINDING
THE PROJECTS CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) UNDER CLASS 1 (EXISTING FACILITIES, 14 CCR SECTION 15301), AND CLASS 2 (REPLACEMENT OR RECONSTRUCTION , 14 CCR SECTION 15302) OF THE STATE CEQA GUIDELINES.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Loeffler, Wu and Mayor Knoblock
NOE: None
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ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR FOR DISCUSSION
11A1. APPROVE THE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF MAY 20, 2025.
Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Mayor Pro Tern Enmeier, CARRIED 4-0 (Councilmember Wu abstained), to amend the minutes of May 20, 2025 Item 1 OE to have the motion read as follows: (Italicized text is added to the minutes)
Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Mayor Knoblock, CARRIED 4-1 (Councilmember Wu voting NOE) to direct the Planning Commission and staff to review and make recommendations to the City Council concerning the following:
1. Extend the amortization period for the amortized short term lodging units (STLUs) on a regular on-going basis subject to annual review as long as there are no major issues/violations for the short term lodging unit.
2. Increase development potential of hotels and motels City-wide through zoning code enhancements or other special exceptions, beyond the zoning modifications currently contemplated as part of the Gateway Overly.
3. Expand the allowed areas or capacities for STLUs, including the option for a limited-term expansion related to the 2028 Olympics or other major regional events.
AYE:
NOE:
ABSTAIN:
Cabral, Enmeier, Loeffler and Mayor Knoblock
None
Wu
11K. OFFSHORE SAND SOURCE INVESTIGATION BUDGET INCREASE,
CONSIDERATION OF ENTERING INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH THE
ORANGE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY AND SUBSEQUENTLY
AMENDING THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH COASTAL
FRONTIERS
Amanda Quintanilla spoke in support of the project.
Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Mayor Knoblock, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 25-81 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING
AN AGREEMENT WITH THE ORANGE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION
AUTHORITY AND SUBSEQUENTLY AMENDING THE PROFESSIONAL
SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH COASTAL FRONTIERS FOR THE
OFFSHORE BORROW SITE INVESTIGATION.
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2. Approve, and authorize the City Manager to execute, Contract No. C25-30, by and between the City of San Clemente and the Orange County Transportation Authority, providing for additional funding for the offshore sand source investigation, in the amount of $180,000 in a form substantially similar to Contract No. C25-30 (Attachment 1 ).
3. Approve, and authorize the City Manager to execute, Amendment No. 1 to Contract No. C24-61 , by and between the City of San Clemente and Coastal Frontiers, providing for additional funding for the offshore sand source investigation to allow for additional sand site exploration studies for the Coastal Rail Stabilization Priority Project, the total compensation shall not exceed $976,266.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Loeffler, Wu and Mayor Knoblock
NOE: None
11M. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION FOR RENEWED MEASURE M2 ANNUAL FUNDING ELIGIBILITY - FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026
Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Mayor Pro Tern Enmeier, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Approve and adopt the 2025 Measure M2 Seven-Year Capital Improvement Program for Fiscal Years 2025-2026 through 2031-2032.
2. Adopt Resolution No. 25-83 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE CONCERNING THE STATUS
AND UPDATE OF THE CIRCULATION ELEMENT, AND MITIGATION FEE PROGRAM FOR THE MEASURE M (M2) PROGRAM.
3. Adopt Resolution No. 25-84 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE CONCERNING THE STATUS
AND UPDATE OF THE PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR THE
MEASURE M (M2) PROGRAM.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Loeffler, Wu and Mayor Knoblock
NOE: None
12. Oral Communications (Part 2)
None.
13. Future Agenda Items
Olympic Day Presentation
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that the City Manager to work with the LA 28 Olympic Committee regarding a presentation for "Olympic Day" at the June 17, 2025 City Council meeting .
Short Term Lodging Units Amortization
Councilmember Loeffler, with the support of Councilmember Wu and Mayor Pro Tern Enmeier, agendized consideration of the expiration of the short term lodging units amortization issue for the June 17, 2025 City Council meeting.
14. Reports
A. City Attorney
None.
B. City Manager
City Manager Hall announced he executed the following contracts under his signature authority:
1. Landscape Structures Inc. providing for the Bonito Canyon Park Playground Shade Structure in the amount of $47,137.42.
2. We Do Lights providing for T-Zone Year-Round Tree Lighting in the amount of $29,389.50.
3. Ninyo and Moore Geotechnical & Environmental Sciences Consultants providing for materials testing for the El Camino Real Lane Configuration & Buffered Bike Lane Project in the amount of $24,403.
World Surf League
Councilmember Cabral announced that the World Surf League (WSL) will hold its Lexus Trestles Pro event June 9-17 at Lower Trestles.
15. Adjournment
Motion by Mayor Knoblock, second by Councilmember Cabral, CARRIED 5-0, to adjourn at 7:39 p.m. to an Adjourned Regular Meeting to be held on June 17, 2025 at 1 :00 p.m. for the purpose of conducting Commission and Committee interviews and appointments. 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
City Council Regular Meeting Minutes June 3, 2025
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