CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE 910 Calle Negocio
Tuesday, January 20, 2026 SAN
City Council San Clemente, California
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Council Chamber:
CALIFORNIA
4:30 p.m. - Closed Session Mayor Loeffler
5:30 p.m. - Business Meeting
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 Loeffler on January 20, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. in the San Clemente City Council Chambers, located at 910 Calle Negocio, 2nd Floor, San Clemente.
PRESENT: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler 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 Tem Knoblock, second by Councilmember Cabral, CARRIED 5-0, to recess to Closed Session at 4:31 p.m. to discuss the following:
A. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS
Discussion concerning real property transactions in compliance with Government Code section 54956.8 regarding:
Real Property Negotiations: 150 Avenida Magdalena (APN 060-101-05) and 721 Avenida Salvador (APN 690-502-16)
Property: Wireless tower facilities located on City properties at the Municipal Golf Course site and at the Salvador Water Reservoir (aka Crown Castle Sites 823239 and 879058)
City Negotiators: Andy Hall, City Manager and Jonathan Lightfoot, City Planner Negotiating Parties: Crown Castle and MD7
Under Negotiation: Price and terms
B. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code section 54956.9(a)&(d)(2)
Number of Cases: 1
Facts and Circumstances per Government Code section 54956.9(e) (2):
Litigation threatened by Beverly Wiesen as a result of the City Council's
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actions in connection with amending the Marblehead Coastal Specific Plan (MCSP) and approving modifications of the Lodge project through adoption of Resolution 25-137, Ordinance No. 1795 and Addendum No. 6 to the Final EIR for the MCSP.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
Closed Session concluded at 5:20 p.m.
BUSINESS MEETING
The Regular Business meeting | reconvened at 5:30 p.m. with all City Councilmembers present.
INVOCATION - Assistant Pastor Steve Pascoe, Calvary Chapel San Clemente Assistant Pastor Steve Pascoe, Calvary Chapel San Clemente, gave the invocation.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Wayne Eggleston led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Special Presentations
PRESENTATION OF PROCLAMATION - INTERNATIONAL HOLOCAUST
REMEMBRANCE DAY
Councilmember Enmeier, with the City Council, presented a proclamation to Tomer (Thor) Johnson, Chabad Jewish Center of San Clemente, proclaiming January 27, 2026 as International Holocaust Remembrance Day.
Oleg Krepper, San Clemente, spoke on the importance of Holocaust remembrance.
Council Member Reports
Councilmember Cabral:
• Displayed photographs of the goats and weed conditions of the grazing area on City owned property. A hard copy of the photographs are on file with the City Clerk.
• Announced Love to Serve San Clemente's upcoming school beautification and gardening events.
• Attended the Orange County Hall of Fame ceremony.
• Met with the San Clemente Men's Golf Club.
• Attended the San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station (SONGS) Community Engagement Panel (CEP) year end meeting.
• Attended the Light of the World Giving Machine opening at the San Clemente Outlets.
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• Attended the Lincoln Club dinner with elected officials. • Met with the Manufactured House Educational Trust.
• Met with Assemblywoman Davies.
• Met with Senator Strickland.
• Attended the Cal Cities meeting concerning the 2026 agenda. • Attended the Chapman University Christmas program.
• Participated in the San Clemente Chamber of Commerce 2nd Battalion 4th Marines holiday barbecue.
• Attended the OCYR Christmas Celebration.
• Honored by Assemblyman Chan in recognition of advocacy efforts for the City of San Clemente.
• Attended the Save our Beaches public forum discussing sand placement and efforts to get additional sand on San Clemente beaches. • Attended the Menorah lighting ceremony at the San Clemente Pier on December 21, 2025.
• Elected to represent the 5th district for Cal Cities. • Attended Cars and Coffee on January 17, 2026.
• Attended a reception for firefighter John Rawlins in recognition of his lifesaving efforts at Richard T. Steed Memorial Park pickleball courts. • Attended a conference in South Carolina.
Councilmember Wu:
• Recognized Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock for serving on the Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control Board
• Attended the Menorah lighting ceremony at the San Clemente Pier on December 21, 2025.
• Attended the Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) holiday luncheon on December 10, 2025.
• Attended the Orange County Regional Holiday Mixer on December 10, 2025. • Attended the City of San Clemente Employee Holiday Party on December 10, 2025.
• Attended the Light of the World Giving Machine opening at the San Clemente Outlets on December 12, 2025.
• Attended the Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control board meeting on January 15, 2026.
• Attended the Association of California Cities Orange County (ACC-OC) Board installation on January 15, 2026.
• Attended Coastal Lux ribbon cutting ceremony on January 16, 2026.
Councilmember Enmeier:
• Attended the 2nd Battalion, 4th Marine Regiment holiday barbecue on December 18, 2025.
• Attended Cal Cities Coastal Cities Group Leadership Committee meetings on December 18, 2025 and January 15, 2026.
• Attended the Coastal Animal Services Authority (CASA) Joint Powers
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Authority (JPA) special meeting on December 22, 2025.
• Attended the Save Our Beaches Meeting.
• Attended the Orange County Free Tax Prep Meeting on January 15, 2026. • Announced that United Way OC provides free tax preparation for low income families.
Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock:
• Attended the Menorah lighting ceremony at the San Clemente Pier on December 21, 2025.
• Attended the Christmas Tree lighting on the San Clemente Pier. • Attended the San Clemente Chamber of Commerce mixer at Agape on January 8, 2026.
• Met with Gavin Lemming, Pastor at Maritus Church.
• Met with the Manufactured House Educational Trust.
• Met with elected officials discussing San Clemente concerns.
Mayor Loeffler:
• Recognized Community Outreach Worker Hunter for her efforts in getting a San Clemente family housed.
• Attended the San Clemente Employee Christmas Party on December 10, 2025.
• Attended the Love San Clemente meeting on December 15, 2025. • Attended the Community Safety and Welfare Committee meeting on December 16, 2025
• Attended the Park Rangers subcommittee meeting on December 17, 2025. • Attended the Menorah lighting ceremony at the San Clemente Pier on December 21, 2025.
• Attended a meeting at Park Semper Fi concerning potential camera installation.
• Attended a briefing with City Manager Hall and City Attorney Mitchell on January 5, 2026.
• Attended a department head meeting on January 6, 2026. • Met with a Marblehead resident on January 7, 2026.
• Met with Marine Safety on January 8, 2026.
• Attended the San Clemente Chamber of Commerce mixer at Agape on January 8, 2026.
• Met with a representative for the San Clemente Farmers Market on January 9, 2026.
• Attended the NECA SD Board Organization on January 10, 2026. • Met with City Manager Hall and Orange County Sheriffs Department Commander on January 13, 2026.
• Attended the ribbon cutting ceremony for Coastal Lux on January 16, 2026. • Attended the NECA OC Board Installation on January 16, 2025. • Attended the Pier Pride meeting on January 19, 2026.
• Attended a briefing with City Manager Hall and City Attorney Mitchell on
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January 19, 2026.
• Attended staff briefings on January 20, 2026.
Oral Communications (Part 1)
Tiffany Gregath and Tandi LeFranc, Orange County United Way, provided an update on 211 resources for Orange County; announced free tax preparation for low income Orange County residents.
Wayne Eggleston narrated a PowerPoint presentation regarding the holiday barbecue for the 2nd Battalion 4th Marines. A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerk.
Greg Hulsizer, San Clemente Lifeguard and Junior Guard Foundation, narrated a PowerPoint presentation concerning the status of fundraising for the lifeguard monument at Parque Del Mar.
Sarah Phillips, San Clemente, requested that the City Council move item 11M- Consideration of a resolution approving a lease agreement with the Department of Homeland Security Customs and Border Protection Agency for the installation and operation of a maritime surveillance system on city-owned land at the Reservoir 5 communications site (APN 690-502-16 and 690-502-12) earlier in the meeting to accommodate public speakers in attendance at the meeting.
Warren Vidrine, San Clemente, commented on the geography of San Clemente as it relates to Customs and Border Protection surveillance.
Louise Herbert, San Clemente, requested that the City Council move item 11M - Consideration of a resolution approving a lease agreement with the Department of Homeland Security Customs and Border Protection Agency for the installation and operation of a maritime surveillance system on city-owned land at the Reservoir 5 communications site (APN 690-502-16 and 690-502-12) earlier in the meeting to accommodate public speakers in attendance at the meeting.
Donna Vidrine spoke on Love to Serve San Clemente Foundation and urged the community to volunteer for school campus beautification projects.
Lois McNicoll opined on dredging as proposed method of sand replenishment on San C'emente beaches; commented on the citizen's ballot initiative.
Motion waiving reading in full of all Resolutions and Ordinances Motion by Councilmember Enmeier, second by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, CARRIED 5-0, to waive reading in full of all Resolutions and Ordinances.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
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Consideration of agendizing items requiring immediate action None.
REORGANIZATION OF AGENDA
Motion by Councilmember Enmeier, second by Mayor Loeffler, CARRIED 4-1 (Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock voting NOE) to hear item 11M - CONSIDERATION
OF A RESOLUTION APPROVING A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH THE
DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY CUSTOMS AND BORDER
PROTECTION AGENCY FOR THE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION OF A
MARITIME SURVEILLANCE SYSTEM ON CITY-OWNED LAND AT THE
RESERVOIR 5 COMMUNICATIONS SITE (APN 690-502-16 AND 690-502-12) following public hearing item 8D.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: Knoblock
Closed Session Report - City Attorney
City Attorney Mitchell announced that the following action was taken in Closed Session:
Direction given, no reportable action considering:
A. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS
Discussion concerning real property transactions in compliance with Government Code section 54956.8 regarding
Real Property Negotiations: 150 Avenida Magdalena (APN 060-101-05) and 721 Avenida Salvador (APN 690-502-16)
Property: Wireless tower facilities located on City properties at the Municipal Golf Course site and at the Salvador Water Reservoir (aka Crown Castle Sites 823239 and 879058)
City Negotiators: Andy Hall, City Manager and Jonathan Lightfoot, City Planner Negotiating Parties: Crown Castle and MD7
Under Negotiation: Price and terms
No reportable action concerning:
B. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code section 54956.9(a)&(d)(2)
Number of Cases: 1
Facts and Circumstances per Government Code section 54956.9(e)(2):
Litigation threatened by Beverly Wiesen as a result of the City Council's actions in connection with amending the Marblehead Coastal Specific Plan
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(MCSP) and approving modifications of the Lodge project through adoption of Resolution 25-137, Ordinance No. 1795 and Addendum No. 6 to the Final EIR for the MCSP.
7. Staff Communications
Public Works Director/City Engineer Rebensdorf narrated a PowerPoint presentation providing an update on the beach trail repair. A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerk.
8. Public Hearings
8A. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A CHANGE OR REVOCATION OF AN APPROVED WEEKLY "CARS AND COFFEE" EVENT UNDER CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 22-328, PURSUANT TO SAN CLEMENTE MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 17.12.175 AND TO CONSIDER WHETHER THE PROJECT IS
CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT FROM THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
Motion by Mayor Loeffler, second by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, CARRIED 4-1 (Councilmember Cabral voting NOE) to limit public speaker time to one (1) minute.
AYE: Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: Cabral
Mayor Loeffler opened the public hearing.
Councilmember Wu disclosed that he received and communicated via email concerning "Cars and Coffee".
Councilmember Enmeier disclosed that he received email communications concerning "Cars and Coffee".
Councilmember Cabral disclosed that he has received email communications and has met with residents and interested parties relating to "Cars and Coffee" event.
Mayor Pro Tem Enmeier disclosed that he has received email communications and has met with residents and interested parties relating to "Cars and Coffee" event.
Mayor Loeffler disclosed that he has received email communications and has met with organizers regarding the "Cars and Coffee" event.
City Planner Lightfoot and Community Development Director Atamian narrated a PowerPoint presentation entitled "Cars and Coffee Events" and responded to City Council inquiries. A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City
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James Wehr, OC Cars and Coffee, spoke on the positive impact of Cars and Coffee on the community and modifications they have made to address community concerns
The following individuals spoke in opposition to any change or revocation of the approved weekly "Cars and Coffee" event:
Addison Anderson, San Clemente
Don Yegan, Mission Viejo
Ira Horwitz, San Clemente
Larry Braun, Coto De Caza
Victor Munoz, SEMA Specialty Equipment Market Association Doug Anderson, Dana Point
Bill Burke, Ruby's Diner
Jon Andersen, San Clemente
Richard Adams, Ferrari Owners Club
Dennis Asbury, San Clemente
John Covert, Ladera Ranch
Jace Mullen
Ralph Gramajo
Matthew Zacherl, Rancho Santa Margarita
Matt Neale, San Clemente
Hal Kolp, San Clemente
Steve Bashe, San Clemente
Chris Wheeler, Coto De Caza
Gabe, Laguna Hills
Ted Quinn
Rob Johnston, San Clemente
Amanda Quintanilla
Allison Lusk Mauvezin, San Clemente
Sarah Wehr
Jake Burtz
Gina Barbee
Frank Orlando
John Schirmer, North Tustin
Michael Zurvalec, Rancho Santa Margarita
David Freedman
Michael Heredia
Ida Chavez
Tammi Pyatt
Gary Giacomini
Gary Willenborg
Jessica Monroe
Gary Hunt, San Clemente
Mike Ray
Kaikea Wilinski, Dana Point
Cody Byrd, San Clemente
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Charles Hightower, San Clemente
Adam Little
Gaelyn Goldsworthy, Rancho Santa Margarita
Alex Badawi
Monique Horwood, San Clemente
Denise Zivolich, San Clemente, narrated a PowerPoint presentation concerning police enforcement. A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerk.
There being no others desiring to speak, Mayor Loeffler closed the public hearing.
Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Mayor Knoblock, CARRIED 5-0, to table this item and take no action.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Mayor Loeffler, Wu and Knoblock
NOE: None
MEETING RECESSED
The City Council recessed the meeting at 7:56 p.m. and reconvened at 8:08 p.m. with all City Councilmembers present.
8B. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING THE FAILURE OF
BROADMOOR SAN CLEMENTE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION TO ENFORCE
CERTAIN COVENANTS, CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS (CC&RS)
Mayor Loeffler opened the public hearing.
Councilmember Wu disclosed that he had ex parte communications with Felicidad and Delicada residents.
Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock disclosed that he had ex parte communications with the Broadmoor Homeowners Association President.
Councilmember Cabral disclosed that he held meetings with residents.
Mayor Loeffler disclosed that he toured the area.
Community Development Director Atamian reviewed the contents of the Administrative Report and responded to City Council inquiries.
Linda Williams, President, Broadmoor Homeowners Association, narrated a PowerPoint presentation concerning enforcement action. A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerk.
M'Liz Kelly spoke on tree trimming at her property to be in compliance.
Reva Buck urged the City Council to continue to monitor enforcement of the
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conditions, covenants and restrictions of the Broadmoor Community.
John Caretti, San Clemente, spoke on continued enforcement of the Broadmoor's conditions, covenants and restrictions; urged the City Council to remain involved in enforcement.
Paul Lefcourt_urged the City Council to remain involved in enforcement of Broadmoor's conditions, covenants and restrictions.
Paul Buck, recognized the City Council for their actions concerning enforcement of the Broadmoor conditions, covenants and restrictions; urged the City Council to remain involved in continued enforcement.
Eric Fermin, San Clemente, urged the City Council to remain involved in enforcement of Broadmoor's conditions, covenants and restrictions.
Linda Williams, President, Broadmoor Homeowners Association, responded to comments and reaffirmed the associations commitment to enforcement.
There being no others desiring to speak, Mayor Loeffler closed the public hearing.
Motion by Councilmember Enmeier, second by Councilmember Cabral, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Resolution No. 26-02 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA,
DETERMINING THAT THE BROADMOOR SAN CLEMENTE COMMUNITY
ASSOCIATION HAS NOT FAILED TO PERFORM ITS ENFORCEMENT
DUTIES UNDER THE ASSOCIATION'S COVENANTS, CONDITIONS, AND RESTRICTIONS, SECTION 3 OF THE SUPPLEMENTAL COVENANTS,
CONDITIONS, AND RESTRICTIONS, RELATED TO HEIGHT LIMITS
SPECIFIED FOR TREES AND BUSHES APPLICABLE TO PRIVATE
PROPERTIES LOCATED BETWEEN 201 AND 327 CALLE DELICADA, SAN CLEMENTE, CA 92672, AS OF JANUARY 20, 2026.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
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8C. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION TO APPROVE PUBLIC HEARING PROJECT (PHP) 25-558 TO MODIFY THE PREVIOUSLY APPROVED LODGE
HOTEL ROOFTOP RESTAURANT TO ENCLOSE A PORTION OF THE
ROOFTOP SEATING AREA AND ADD OPERATIONAL CONDITIONS OF
APPROVAL; AND MAKE FINDINGS UNDER THE CALIFORNIA
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
Mayor Loeffler opened the public hearing.
Councilmember Cabral disclosed communications with stakeholders including homeowners, Outlets at San Clemente property owner and the architect designing the Lodge Hotel.
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designing the Lodge Hotel.
Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock disclosed communications with stakeholders including homeowners, Outlets at San Clemente property owner and the architect designing the Lodge Hotel.
Community Development Director Atamian and City Planner Lightfoot narrated a PowerPoint presentation entitled "Amendment to the 'Lodge Hotel' Rooftop Restaurant" and responded to City Council inquiries. A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerk.
Tim Flemming, applicant (architect), utilized City staff's PowerPoint presentation, which is on file with the City Clerk.
Steve Craig, applicant (property owner), spoke on the modified design and operations of the Lodge Hotel project.
Amanda Quintanilla expressed concerns regarding special events as it relates to associated noise.
Beverly Wiesen, San Clemente, spoke on conditions of approval and proposed modifications of the Lodge Hotel.
Bart DeCoro, San Clemente, spoke in support of staff proposed Exhibit A, dated January 20, 2026 and on file with the City Clerk.
Kathy Esfahani, San Clemente, spoke in support of the Lodge Hotel project.
Steve Craig responded to the public comments made in regard to the Lodge Hotel as it relates to concerns regarding amplified sound.
There being no others desiring to speak, Mayor Loeffler closed the Public Hearing.
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Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Mayor Knoblock, CARRIED 4-1 (Councilmember Enmeier voting NOE), to:
To modify City staff proposed Exhibit A as follows:
3. Use of the rooftop facility shall be used primarily for food and beverage service accessory to the hotel. Weddings and concerts, or similar activities with loud music are prohibited.
5. The applicant shall utilize operable enclosure systems per the planned Nano Doors (or equivalent) to fully enclose designated service areas, per the plans attached to this agreement as Exhibit "B" '. These areas shall be enclosed, and no guest access, service, or bussing shall occur outside enclosed areas, between 10:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. daily on Fridays and Saturdays and between 9 p.m. and 8 a.m. Sundays through Thursdays. All operable windows of the rooftop facility shall be closed when outdoor operations are not permitted per the operating hours. A manager with authority to immediately cease non-compliant activities shall be on site within the rooftop facility at all times the rooftop facility is operating to ensure compliance.
7. The rooftop plans and its construction shall incorporate all of the Noise Control Recommendations contained on page 18 of The Lodge at San Clemente Rooftop Venue Noise Impact Study by RK Engineering Group, Inc dated December 12, 2025, and incorporated herein as Exhibit "C" to the Resolution. Required construction specifications and permanent noise monitoring equipment shall be installed and maintained.
AYE: Cabral, Mayor Loeffler, Wu and Knoblock
NOE: Enmeier
MEETING RECESSED
The City Council recessed the meeting at 10:20 p.m. and reconvened at 10:28 p.m. with all City Councilmembers present.
REORGANIZATION OF AGENDA
The City Council agreed to consider item 11M prior to public hearing item 8D.
Please reference page 26 of these minutes for a summary of action.
CONTINUATION OF MEETING PAST 11:00 P.M.
Motion by Councilmember Wu, second by Mayor Loeffler, CARRIED 5-0 to continue the meeting to 11:30 p.m.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
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CONTINUATION OF MEETING PAST 11:00 P.M.
The City Council agreed to continue the meeting to 12:00 a.m.
REORGANIZATION OF AGENDA
The City Council agreed to consider item 10B - BID PROTEST HEARING FOR
THE CALLE FRONTERA SEWER LIFT STATION SOIL STABILIZATION PROJECT following item 11M. Please reference page 16 for a summary of action.
CONTINUATION OF MEETING PAST 11:00 P.M.
The City Council agreed to continue the meeting past 12:30 p.m. 8D. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION TO APPROVE GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 25-399; TO INCORPORATE POLICY LANGUAGE
CONSISTENT WITH SENATE BILL 1425, SENATE BILL 1035, AND ASSEMBLY BILL 747; AN UPDATE TO THE GENERAL PLAN IN
COMPLIANCE WITH CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT CODE SECTIONS
65565.5, 65302, AND 65302.15, AND FINDING THE ACTION
CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL
QUALITY ACT
Mayor Loeffler opened the Public Hearing.
There being no one desiring to speak, Mayor Loeffler closed the public hearing.
Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second my Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, CARRIED 5-0, to:
Adopt Resolution No. 26-04 to approve General Plan Amendment 25-399 which will:
1. Determine that the General Plan Amendment 25-399 is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines §15307 and §15308.
2. Amend the Coastal, Natural Resources, and Safety Elements of the Centennial General Plan to address climate adaptation, access to open space, ecosystem • preservation, wildfire risk mapping, and the identification and evaluation of evacuation routes.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
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Unfinished Business
9A. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE FORMATION OF
A STAFF AND ADVISORY COMMITTEE TO DEVELOP A REQUEST FOR
PROPOSALS FOR SAN CLEMENTE MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE PRO SHOP
SERVICES, INCLUDING MODIFICATION OF THE REVENUE-SHARING
MODEL FOR PRO SHOP AND STARTER OPERATIONS, AND FINDING THE
ACTION EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
Beaches, Parks and Recreation Director Wylie reviewed the contents of the Administrative Report and responded to City Council inquiries.
Mandy Hamiltion, Vice Chair of the Golf Course Committee, spoke on the Golf Course Committee recommendation concerning request for proposal for the Municipal Golf Course operations.
Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, CARRIED 5-0, to:
Adopt Resolution No. 26-05, which will:
1. Find the action categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under Title 14, Section 15301 (Class 1 - Existing Facilities), and Section 15323 (Class 23 - Normal Operations of Facilities for Public Gatherings).
2. Create a Golf Course RFP Task Force consisting of the City Council liaison to the Golf Course, the City Manager, the Director of Beaches, Parks and Recreation, and the Chair of the Golf Course Committee to develop an RFP for Golf Course daily operations (with the exception of maintenance) that is similar to the current model but with a modified revenue sharing system that allows additional revenue generation at the Golf Course.
3. Direct staff to prepare and administer the RFP for Golf Course operations based on direction from the Golf Course RFP Task Force and return to City Council with a recommendation based on an evaluation of the proposals received.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
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10. New Business
10A. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION APPROVING AN EXEMPTION TO THE
FORMAL SOLICITATION PROCESS, AWARDING A PROFESSIONAL
SERVICES AGREEMENT TO CENTER OF NATURAL LANDS MANAGEMENT
FOR THE PREPARATION OF A CONSERVATION EASEMENT AND HABITAT
MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR PUBLIC OPEN SPACE IN FORSTER RANCH
INTENDED FOR PRESERVATION, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $60,000,
APPROVING A RELATED APPROPRIATION, AND FINDING THE PROJECT
EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
Community Development Director Atamian reviewed the contents of the Administrative Report and responded to City Council inquiries.
John Dolegowski, San Clemente, spoke in support of the proposed conservation easement; urged the City to take action to address artichoke thistle within the proposed area.
Patricia Holloway spoke in support of the proposed conservation easement.
Amanda Quintanilla spoke in support of the proposed conservation easement; expressed concerns regarding the delay in preserving this area and the translocation plan.
Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Councilmember Enmeier, CARRIED 5-0, to:
Adopt Resolution No. 26-06, which will:
1. Find the project statutorily exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under Section 15262 (Feasibility and Planning Studies) and 15378 (No Potential for Impact) of the State CEQA Guidelines.
2. Approve an exemption from the formal solicitation process within the City's Purchasing Policy (Section XI.A. 1.1.6).
3. Award a professional consulting services agreement to Center of Natural Lands Management to prepare documents for future consideration that would preserve acres of City-owned open space to meet 1998 Interim Loss Habitat Permit conditions for the Reserve development.
4. Approve a one-time appropriation in the amount of $60,000 to fund the agreement with Center of Natural Lands Management to Account No. 001- 433-43890.
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5. Approve, and authorize the City Manager to execute, Contract No. C26- 01, by and between the City of San Clemente and Center of Natural Lands Management, providing for preparation of documents for future consideration that would preserve 142.6 acres of City-owned open space to meet 1998 Interim Loss Habitat Permit conditions for the Reserve development, in an amount not to exceed $60,000 for Phase One.
6. Direct staff to return to the City Council to make a decision on Phase Two for the approval and execution of a conservation easement, habitat management plan, and endowment agreement.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
10B. BID PROTEST HEARING FOR THE CALLE FRONTERA SEWER LIFT STATION SOIL STABILIZATION PROJECT, CIP PROJECT NO. 32201, AND
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION AWARDING A CONSTRUCTION
CONTRACT FOR THE PROJECT TO THE LOWEST RESPONSIVE AND
RESPONSIBLE BIDDER, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE
THE CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT, AND FINDING THE PROJECT
CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL
QUALITY ACT
Public Works Director/City Engineer Rebensdorf reviewed the contents of the Administrative Report and responded to City Council inquiries.
Jason Merritt, Wright Construction, spoke on the submitted bid protest.
Brandon Brockwey, Alliance Diversified Enterprises Inc., commented on the bid protest; responded to City Council inquiries.
Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Councilmember Enmeier, CARRIED 4-1 (Councilmember Wu voting NOE), to:
Adopt Resolution No. 26-07, which will:
1. Find the Calle Frontera Lift Station Soil Stabilization, Project No. 32201, categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under Class 3 (New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures, 14 CCR section 15303) of the State CEQA Guidelines.
2. Deny the bid protest submitted by Wright Construction Engineering Corp. and waive the immaterial bid irregularity in the bid submitted by Alliance Diversified Enterprises, Inc.
3. Award the Calle Frontera Lift Station Soil Stabilization, construction contract to Alliance Diversified Enterprises, Inc., as the lowest responsible
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and responsive bidder after application of the local vendor preference.
4. Approve, and authorize the City Manager to execute, Contract No. C26- 02, by and between the City of San Clemente and Alliance Diversified Enterprises, Inc., providing for the Calle Frontera Lift Station Soil Stabilization, in an amount not to exceed $769,904, in a form substantially similar to Contract No. 26-02 (Attachment 2).
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: Wu
10C. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF UNITED STATES OF REPRESENTATIVES HOUSE BILL HR 2862 (LEVIN: SOUTHERN
CALIFORNIA COAST AND OCEAN PROTECTION ACT
Councilmember Enmeier narrated a PowerPoint presentation entitled "Agenda Item 10C CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF UNITED STATES OF REPRESENTATIVES HOUSE BILL HR 2862 (LEVIN):
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA COAST AND OCEAN PROTECTION ACT". A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerk.
Colton Roughen, Congressman Levin's Office, spoke in support of the proposed resolution to protect the San Clemente coast.
Motion by Councilmember Enmeier, second by Mayor Loeffler to adopt Resolution No. 26-08 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA, OPPOSING NEW OFFSHORE OIL AND GAS DRILLING.
Substitute motion by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, second by Councilmember Cabral, CARRIED 3-1-1 (Mayor Loeffler voting NOE and Councilmember Enmeier abstaining) to adopt Resolution No. 26-08 entitled A RESOLUTION OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA, OPPOSING NEW OFFSHORE OIL AND GAS DRILLING with a modification to section 2 to read as follows:
That the City Council opposes any new offshore oil and gas drilling off the Southern California coast.
AYE: Cabral, Knoblock and Wu
NOE: Mayor Loeffler
ABSTAIN: Enmeier
CONTINUATION OF MEETING PAST 11:00 P.M.
The City Council determined to continue the meeting to 1:30 a.m.
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10D. DISCUSSION AND DIRECTION TO STAFF IN RELATION TO A POTENTIAL
CITIZENS BALLOT INITIATIVE
City Manager Hall reviewed the contents of the Administrative Report and responded to City Council inquiries.
Amanda Quintanilla narrated a PowerPoint presentation entitled "Addressing Potential Citizens Initiative". A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerk.
Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Councilmember Enmeier, CARRIED 4-1 (Councilmemebr Wu voting NOE), to authorize staff to educate the public on matters related to the proposed citizens initiative related to impacts to the to the community and City.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: Wu
11. Consent Calendar
The City Council removed items 11(B)6 and 11D from the Consent Calendar for discussion.
The City Council previously considered item 11M, please reference page 26 for a summary of action.
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Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, second by Councilmember Wu, CARRIED 5-0, to:
(1) APPROVE THE CITY COUNCIL ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF DECEMBER 9, 2025.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
B. Commission/Committee Minutes
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, second by Councilmember Wu, CARRIED 5-0, to receive and file the following:
(1) BEACHES, PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF OCTOBER 14, 2025.
(2) BEACHES, PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES OF OCTOBER 28, 2025
(3) PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF DECEMBER 3, 2025.
(4) ZONING ADMINISTRATOR REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF DECEMBER 4, 2025.
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(5) DESIGN REVIEW SUBCOMMITTEE REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF DECEMBER 10, 2025.
(7) DESIGN REVIEW SUBCOMMITTEE SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES OF DECEMBER 17, 2025.
(8) ZONING ADMINISTRATOR REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF DECEMBER 18, 2025.
(9) ZONING ADMINISTRATOR ADJOURNED MEETING MINUTES OF
DECEMBER 23, 2025.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
C. Warrant Register
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, second by Councilmember Wu, CARRIED 5-0, to:
(1) APPROVE WIRE TRANSFER NOS.
3345 THROUGH 3352 AND WARRANT NOS.
608604 THROUGH 608762, PAID ON
11-28-25, IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,528,512.93
(2) APPROVE WARRANT NOS.
608763 THROUGH 608835, PAID ON
12-5-25, IN THE AMOUNT OF $6,293,167.07
(3) APPROVE WIRE TRANSFER NOS.
3353 THROUGH 3358 AND WARRANT NOS.
608836 THROUGH 608947, PAID ON
12-12-25, IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,263,058.98
(4) APPROVE HANDWRITE NOS. 609060
THROUGH 609061 AND WARRANT NOS.
608948 THROUGH 609059, PAID ON
12-19-25, IN THE AMOUNT OF $889,739.47
(5) APPROVE WIRE TRANSFER NOS.
3359 THROUGH 3364 AND WARRANT NOS.
609062 THROUGH 609184, PAID ON
12-26-25, IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,281,924.63
(6) APPROVE WIRE TRANSFER NOS.
3365 THROUGH 3373 AND WARRANT NOS.
609185 THROUGH 609269, PAID ON
1-9-26, IN THE AMOUNT OF $3,851,291.25
TOTAL WARRANT REGISTER $17,107,694.33
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
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Payroll Register
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, second by Councilmember Wu, CARRIED 5-0, to:
APPROVE AUTOMATIC DEPOSIT
ADVISES 107990 THROUGH 108304,
FOR THE PERIOD 11-10-25 THROUGH
11-23-25, PAID ON 11-28-25, IN THE
AMOUNT OF $530,189.83
APPROVE WARRANT NOS. 989
THROUGH 990, AND AUTOMATIC
DEPOSIT ADVISES 108305
THROUGH 108637, FOR THE PERIOD
11-24-25 THROUGH 12-7-25, PAID
ON 12-12-25, IN THE AMOUNT OF $734,569.65
APPROVE WARRANT NO. 991, AND
AUTOMATIC DEPOSIT ADVISES 108638
THROUGH 108975, FOR THE PERIOD
12-8-25 THROUGH 12-21-25, PAID
ON 12-26-25, IN THE AMOUNT OF $543,641.74
APPROVE WARRANT NO. 992, AND
AUTOMATIC DEPOSIT ADVISES 108976
THROUGH 109262, FOR THE PERIOD
12-22-25 THROUGH 1-4-26, PAID
ON 1-9-26, IN THE AMOUNT OF $548,411.97
TOTAL PAYROLL REGISTER $2,356,813.19
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
11E. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING EASEMENT FOR
PUBLIC STORM DRAIN, SEWER, AND UTILITY PURPOSES FOR THE
NEWLY CONSTRUCTED CYPRUS SHORE STORM DRAIN AND SEWER LIFT STATION IMPROVEMENTS, CIP PROJECT NOS. 12004 & 12210, GRANTED
BY THE CYPRUS SHORE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION, AND AUTHORIZING
THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE ACCEPTANCE
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, second by Councilmember Wu, CARRIED 5-0, to:
Adopt Resolution No. 26-09, which will:
1. Accept the grant of the storm drain and sewer easement from the Cyprus Shore Community Association, for the Cyprus Shore Storm Drain and Sewer Lift Station Improvements Project, CIP Project Nos. 12004 and 12210.
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2. Approve, and authorize the City Manager to execute, D-545, by and between the City of San Clemente and Cyprus Shore Community Association for the Cyprus Shore Storm Drain and Sewer Lift Station
3. Authorize City Clerk to submit the easement documents from Cyprus Shore Community Association, for the Cyprus Shore Storm Drain and Sewer Lift Station Improvements Project to the Orange County Recorder for recordation
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
11F. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION TO ACCEPT AND FILE A NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE FY 2026 ARTERIAL STREET IMPROVEMENT
PROGRAM, CIP PROJECT NO. 16317
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, second by Councilmember Wu, CARRIED 5-0, to:
Adopt Resolution No. 26-10, which will:
1. Accept the FY 2026 Arterial Street Improvement Program, CIP Project No. 16317, from the contractor, American Asphalt South, Inc.
2. Authorize the City Clerk to execute and record the Notice of Completion for the FY 2026 Arterial Street Improvement Program.
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, American Asphalt South, 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, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
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11G. CONTRACT AWARD - FY 2026 AS-NEEDED STREET IMPROVEMENT
PROGRAM (STRIPING), AND FINDING THE PROJECT CATEGORICALLY
EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, second by Councilmember Wu, CARRIED 5-0, to:
Adopt Resolution No. 26-11, which will:
1. Find the FY 2026 As-Needed Street Improvement Program (Striping), CIP Project No. 16318, categorically exempt from the California Environmental Pric Not (C4A) agor Quality Act (CEQA) under Class 1 (Existing Facilities, 14 CCR section 15301) of the State CEQA Guidelines.
2. Award the FY 2026 As-Needed Street Improvement Program (Striping), CIP Project No. 16318, contract to WGJ Enterprises, Inc.
3. Approve, and authorize the City Manager to execute, Contract No. C26- 03, by and between the City of San Clemente and WGJ Enterprises, Inc., providing for the FY 2026 As-Needed Street Improvement Program (Striping), in an amount not to exceed $75,000, in a form substantially similar to Contract No. 26-03 (Attachment 2).
4. Authorize the City Manager to renew the contract for up to three additional one-year terms, exercisable at the discretion of the City Manager.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
11H. CONTRACT AWARD - FY 2026 AS-NEEDED STREET IMPROVEMENT
PROGRAM (UTILITY ADJUSTMENTS), AND FINDING THE PROJECT
CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL
QUALITY ACT
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, second by Councilmember Wu, CARRIED 5-0, to:
Adopt Resolution No. 26-12, which will:
1. Find the FY 2026 As-Needed Street Improvement Program (Utility Adjustments), CIP Project No. 16318, 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 FY 2026 As-Needed Street Improvement Program (Utility Adjustments), CIP Project No. 16318, contract to Manhole Adjusting, Inc.
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3. Approve, and authorize the City Manager to execute, Contract No. C26-04, by and between the City of San Clemente and Manhole Adjusting, Inc., providing for the FY 2026 As-Needed Street Improvement Program (Utility Adjustments), in an amount not to exceed $75,000, in a form substantially similar to Contract No. 26-04 (Attachment 2).
4. Authorize the City Manager to renew the contract for up to three additional one-year terms, exercisable at in the City Manager's discretion.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
11l. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVING AN EXEMPTION TO THE FORMAL
SOLICITATION PROCESS, AWARDING AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY TO
ENTER INTO A REGIONAL CONTRACT FOR SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
FOR THE ODOR SCRUBBER TOWERS AT THE WATER RECLAMATION
PLANT, AND FINDING THE ACTIONS CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT UNDER
THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, second by Councilmember Wu, CARRIED 5-0, to:
Adopt Resolution No. 26-13, which will:
1. Find the actions categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under Class 1 of the state CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 (14 CCR Section 15301, Existing Facilities).
2. Authorize the City to enter into the regional contract between the South Orange County Wastewater Authority (SOCWA), Integrity Municipal Systems, LLC, and other SOCWA entities for service and maintenance for the Odor Scrubber Towers at the Water Reclamation Plant.
3. Approve an exemption to the formal solicitation process within the City's Purchasing Policies and Procedures No. 201-2-1, Section XI.A. 1.1.5 for Services and/or supplies obtained from or through agreement with any governmental, public or quasi-public entity.
4. Approve, and authorize the City Manager to execute, Contract No. C26- 05, by and between the City of San Clemente and South Orange County Wastewater Authority (SOCWA), Integrity Municipal Systems, LLC., and South Orange County Wastewater entities, providing for service and maintenance for the Odor Scrubber Towers, in an amount not to exceed $26,655 for the initial one-year term.
5. Authorize the City Manager to approve up to four, one-year renewals to the contract for amounts not to exceed the approved budget amounts for
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this service in each appropriate fiscal year.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
11J. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVING AN EXEMPTION TO THE FORMAL
SOLICITATION PROCESS, AWARDING AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY TO
ENTER INTO A REGIONAL CONTRACT FOR GRIT AND SCREENINGS
SERVICES AT THE WATER RECLAMATION PLANT, AND FINDING THE
ACTIONS CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT UNDER THE CALIFORNIA
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, second by Councilmember Wu, CARRIED 5-0, to:
Adopt Resolution No. 26-14, which will:
1. Find the actions categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under Class 1 of the state CEQA Guidelines Section 15301(14 CCR Section 15301, Existing Facilities).
2. Authorize the City to enter into the regional contract between the South Orange County Wastewater Authority (SOCWA), Roll Off Solutions, Inc., and the other SOCWA entities for Grit and Screenings Services at the Water Reclamation Plant.
3. Approve an exemption to the formal solicitation process within the City's Purchasing Policies and Procedures No. 201-2-1, Section XI.A.1.1.5 for Services and/or supplies obtained from or through agreement with any governmental, public or quasi-public entity.
4. Approve, and authorize the City Manager to execute, Contract No. C26- 06, by and between the City of San Clemente and South Orange County Wastewater Authority (SOCWA), Roll Off Solutions, Inc. and South Orange County entities, providing for Grit and Screenings Services at the Water Reclamation Plant, in an amount not to exceed $42,645 for the initial one-year term.
5. Authorize the City Manager to approve up to four, one-year renewals to the contract for amounts not to exceed the approved budget amounts for this service in each appropriate fiscal year
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
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11K. CONTRACT AWARD - DEFINED BENEFIT ADMINISTRATION SERVICES Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, second by Councilmember Wu, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Resolution No. 26-15 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A
REVISED PROFESSIONAL CONSULTANT SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR DEFINED BENEFIT ADMINISTRATION SERVICES WITH MILLIMAN, INC. AND AUTHORIZING
THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $45,000 ANNUALLY FOR A THREE-YEAR TERM WITH TWO OPTIONAL ONE-YEAR EXTENSIONS.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
11L. CONTRACT AMENDMENT - TREE MAINTENANCE SERVICES, AND FINDING
THE ACTION CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, second by Councilmember Wu, CARRIED 5-0, to:
Adopt Resolution No. 26-16, which will:
1. Determine that the project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Class 1 (Existing Facilities, §15301).
2. Approve, and authorize the City Manager to execute, Amendment No. 1 to Contract No. C24-67, by and between the City of San Clemente and Great Scott Tree Service, Inc., providing for Tree Maintenance Services, increasing the base contract amount by $57,719 for a revised FY 2025-26 not-to-exceed amount of $437,657, with funding available in Account No. 001-633-43426.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR FOR DISCUSSION
11B6. PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF DECEMBER 17, 2025.
Larry Culbertson narrated a PowerPoint presentation concerning the proposed modification to the exterior courtyard wall. A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerk
Amanda Quintanilla narrated a PowerPoint presentation entitled "Miramar Wall".
A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerk.
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Motion by Councilmember Wu, second by Mayor Loeffler, CARRIED 5-0, to schedule a public hearing to appeal the Planning Commission's approval of PHP25-527 - Miramar Events Center.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
5-0, 0 suspend the approval of the Plad in Commission regular Meeting Minutes of December 17, 2025.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
CONTINUATION OF MEETING PAST 11:00 P.M.
The City Council agreed to continue the meeting to 2:00 a.m. 11D. MODIFICATION TO CITY COUNCIL NOVEMBER 2026 MEETING SCHEDULE Amanda Quintanilla expressed concerns relating to holding one meeting in the month of November.
Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, CARRIED 5-0, to hold one meeting in November 2026 on Tuesday, November 10, 2026.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
11M. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION APPROVING A LEASE AGREEMENT
WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY CUSTOMS AND
BORDER PROTECTION AGENCY FOR THE INSTALLATION AND
OPERATION OF A MARITIME SURVEILLANCE SYSTEM ON CITY-OWNED LAND AT THE RESERVOIR 5 COMMUNICATIONS SITE (APN 690-502-16 AND 690-502-12), AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE
AGREEMENT, AND FINDING THE ACTIONS EXEMPT FROM THE
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
The City Council determined to allow public speakers to have two (2) minutes each to present their public comments.
Assistant City Manager Brower reviewed the contents of the Administrative Report and responded to City Council inquires.
The following individuals spoke in support of the proposed lease agreement with the Department of Homeland Security Customs and Border Protection Agency for the installation and operation of a maritime surveillance system on city-owned
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land at the Reservoir 5 Communications Site:
Amanda Quintanilla
Lisa H.
Tony Rubolino, San Clemente
The following individuals spoke in opposition of the proposed lease agreement with the Department of Homeland Security Customs and Border Protectior Agency for the installation and operation of a maritime surveillance system or city-owned land at the Reservoir 5 Communications Site:
Robyn Seymour, San Clemente
Sarah Phillips
Donna Vidrine
Shelsea Sanchez, San Clemente
Rosa Mendoza
Patricia Holloway, San Clemente
William Kreutinger, San Clemente
Michael Hoy, San Clemente
Sherman Fowler, San Clemente
Judy Jones, San Clemente
Sherry Johnson, Dana Point
Catherine Hall, San Clemente
Linda Hackwith, San Clemente
Marjorie Sosa, San Clemente
Lise Strom, San Clemente
Bianca Isabella Diverde
Maritza Rebollar
Sandy Exelby, San Clemente
Mina Cruz
Kathy Esfahani, San Clemente
Louise Herbert
Councilmember Enmeier narrated a PowerPoint presentation entitled "Item 11M - Federal Surveillance Lease Proposal". A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerk.
MEETING RECESSED
The City Council recessed the meeting at 11:52 p.m. and reconvened at 11:56 p.m. with all City Councilmembers present.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, second by Councilmember Cabral, to:
Adopt Resolution No. 26-17, which will:
1. Determine that the actions are categorically exempt from the California
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Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under Class 3, Section 15303 of the State CEQA Guidelines (14 CCR 15303).
2. Approve, and authorize the City Manager to execute, Contract No. C26- 09, by and between the City of San Clemente and the Department of Homeland Security Customs and Border Protection Agency (CBP), a lease agreement, for a maritime surveillance system at the Reservoir 5 Communications Site.
Substitute motion by Councilmember Enmeier, DIED FOR A LACK OF SECOND, to table this item.
The original motion by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, second by Councilmember Cabral, was considered and CARRIED 3-1-1 (Councilmember Enmeier voting NOE and Councilmember Wu abstaining) to:
Adopt Resolution No. 26-17, which will:
1. Determine that the actions are categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under Class 3, Section 15303 ot the State CEQA Guidelines (14 CCR 15303).
2. Approve, and authorize the City Manager to execute, Contract No. C26- 09, by and between the City of San Clemente and the Department of Homeland Security Customs and Border Protection Agency (CBP), a lease agreement, for a maritime surveillance system at the Reservoir 5 Communications Site.
AYE: Cabral, Mayor Loeffler and Knoblock
NOE: Enmeier
ABSTAIN: Wu
12. Oral Communications (Part 2)
Amanda Quintanilla spoke on recording the audience during the City Council meetings.
13. Future Agenda Items
Local Vendor Preference Qualifications
Councilmember Wu, with the support of Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock and Mayor Loeffler agendized consideration of modifying the qualifications of the local vendor preference as it relates to awarding city contracts.
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City of San Clemente Harbor
Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, with the support of Mayor Loeffler, agendized discussion of a harbor or similar facility feasibility and potential creation of a task force.
Recognition of Heroic Lifesaving Efforts at Richard T. Steed Memorial Park Councilmember Cabral, with the support of Mayor Loeffler agendized a special presentation recognizing John Rawlins for his lifesaving efforts at the Richard T.
Steed Memorial Park pickleball courts.
14. Reports
A. City Attorney
None.
B. City Manager
City Manager Hall reported that he executed the following contracts under his signature authority:
1. VCA Code providing for building inspection consulting services in an amount not to exceed $60,000.
2. OES Furniture providing for furniture delivery and installation in an amount not to exceed $12,565.31.
15. Adjournment
Motion by Mayor Loeffler, second by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, CARRIED 5-0, to adjourn at 1:40 a.m. in memory of Bill Thomas. The next Regular Meeting will be held on February 3. 2026. 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, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
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Rick Loeffler, MAYOR of the City of
San Clemente, California
San Clemente, California