CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE
Tuesday,April21 , 2026
City Council
Special and Regular Meeting Minutes
5:00 p.m. Closed Session (Special Meeting)
5:30 p.m. Regular Business Meeting (Regular Meeting)
910 Calle Negocio
2nd Floor
San Clemente, California
www.sanclemente.gov
Council Chambers
Mayor Loeffler
Mayor Pro T em Knoblock
Councilmember Cabral
Councilmember Enmeier
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 April 21 , 2026 at 5:00 p.m. in the San Clemente City Council Chambers, located at 910 Calle Negocio, 2nd Floor, San Clemente.
PRESENT: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler STAFF PRESENT: Andy Hall, City Manager; Gena Burns, Deputy City Attorney; Laura Campagnolo, City Clerk; Megan Jimenez, Deputy City Clerk
CLOSED SESSION
Motion by Mayor Pro Tern Knoblock, second by Councilmember Enmeier, CARRIED 5-0, to recess to Closed Session at 5:00 p.m. to discuss the following:
CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS
Discussion concerning real property transactions in compliance with Government Code section 54956.8 regarding:
Real Property Negotiations: APN: 690-552-06
Property: Richard T. Steed Memorial Park
City Negotiators: Andy Hall, City Manager, Brian Brower, Assistant City Manager, Samantha Wylie, Beaches, Parks and Recreation Director
Negotiating Parties: Rhinos Rugby
Under Negotiations: Price and terms for potential Financial Contribution for Develcpment and Use Agreement
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
Closed Session concluded at 5:26 p.m.
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BUSINESS MEETING
The Regular 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.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Dee Coleman led the Pledge of Allegiance.
1. Special Presentations
None.
2. Council Member Reports
Councilmember Cabral:
• Reported that he authored letters concerning legislation, the letters are on file with the City.
• Attended Orange Gou nty Fire Authority Board meetings. • Attended San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station (SONGS) meetings. • Attended a meeting regarding Golf Course Committee issues. • Announced that he will be attending a Cal Cities Orange County Division meeting this week.
• Announced the upcoming Southern California Association of Governments • (SCAG) conference.
• Participated in a conference call with Acting Director Tom Homan with U.S.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement concerning locating unaccounted minors that have been detained.
Councilmember Wu:
• Attended the Orange County Sheriff's Department Medal of Valor Ceremony on April 16, 2026.
• Attended the Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control District Board Meeting on April 16, 2026.
• Attended the ribbon cutting for Coral Thrift Shop in recognition of their 60th anniversary on April 17, 2026.
Councilmember Enmeier:
• Attended a movie premier for "Right Track" on April 18, 2026. • Attended the Cal Cities Coastal Leadership meeting on March 26, 2026. • Attended the 2nd Battalion 4th Marines Dining Out event on April 2, 2026. • Gave a lecture at University of California San Diego concerning San Clemente City Issues on April 7, 2026.
• Attended the Orange County Business Community Workforce Housing
City Council Special and Regular Meeting Minutes April 21, 2026 Access and the creation of the Affordable Housing Access platform on April 8, 2026.
• Attended the Coastal Animal Services Authority Joint Powers Authority meeting on April 12, 2026.
• Announced that June 6, 2026 is California Adopt a Pet Day with Cal Animals and adoption fees will be waived and June is adopt a cat month and adoption fees for cats will be reduced.
• Announced that on May 3, 2026 Coastal Animal Services Authority will host a reduced cost vaccine and microchip clinic at the Dana Point Community Center.
• Met with Bella Collina on April 14, 2026.
• Attended the 1-5 Freedom Network Fundraiser on April 19, 2026. • Announced that there will be an informational community meeting concerning the surveillance cameras on April 27, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. in the Fireside Room at the Community Center located at 100 Calle Seville, San Clemente. • Expressed his condolences for the passing of San Clemente Presbyterian Reverend Ricketts.
Mayor Pro Tern Knoblock:
• Attended a meeting with State Legislators concerning local issues on March 27, 2026.
• Attended the 2nd Battalion 4th Marines Dining Out event on April 2, 2026. • Attended the Orange County Sheriff's Department Medal of Valor Ceremony on April 16, 2026.
• Attended the ribbon cutting for Coral Thrift Shop in recognition of their 60th anniversary on April 17, 2026.
• Held meeting with constituents concerning traffic issues.
Mayor Loeffler:
• Attended the Mayors Forum on April 2, 2026.
• Attended the PierPride meeting on April 2, 2026.
• Attended the 2nd Battalion 4th Marines Dining Out event on April 2, 2026. • Attended the Springtacular event at Vista Hermosa Sports Park on April 4, 2026.
• Met with the Australian Representative for the 2028 Olympics on April 7, 2026.
• Att8nded a briefing with City Manager Hall on April 7, 2026. • Attended a meeting with City Manager Hall concerning the Citizens Ballot Initiative on April 8, 2026.
• Attended the San Clemente Chamber of Commerce meeting on April 9, 2026.
• Attended a meeting with City Staff concerning parklets on Del Mar on April 13, 2026.
• Attended a San Clemente Chamber of Commerce mixer at lnka Mama's on April 14, 2026.
City Council Special and Regular Meeting Minutes April 21, 2026 • Met with the British Consulate concerning the 2028 Olympics on April 15, 2026.
• Attended the Friends of San Clemente Beaches, Parks and Recreation meeting on April 16, 2026.
• Attended the Chamber of Commerce Young Innovators Mixer on April 16, 2026.
• Attended the Coffee Chat at the Dorothy Visser Senior Center on April 17, 2026.
• Attended the ribbon cutting for Coral Thrift Shop in recognition of their 60th anniversary on April 17, 2026.
• Attended the San Clemente Beach Clean-up at the San Clemente Pier on . April 18, 2026.
• Attended the Holocaust Survivor Event on April 20, 2026. • Attended 100 year birthday celebrations at the Villas on April 21 , 2026.
3. Oral Communications (Part 1)
Frank Cain, San Clemente, reported on bicycle accidents in front of Traffix Devices, Inc., submitted photographs which are on file with the City Clerk.
Traci Barr and Tracy Sutherland , San Clemente, displayed a flyer concerning a town hall meeting they are organizing related to the expansion of the Prima Deschecha Landfill. A hard copy of the flyer is on file with the City Clerk.
Ellie Hammargren, San Clemente, spoke on the conditions of San Clemente tennis courts; urged the City Council to take action to repair the Bonito Canyon tennis court.
Amanda Quintanilla narrated a PowerPoint presentation entitled "District Elections Disenfranchised candidates". A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerk.
Lois McNicoll spoke on a variety of issues in relation to the City.
4. Motion waiving reading in full of all Resolutions and Ordinances Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Mayor Pro Tern Knoblock, CARRIED 5-0, to waive reading in full of all Resolutions and Ordinances.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
5. Consideration of agendizing items requiring immediate action None.
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6. Closed Session Report - City Attorney
Deputy City Attorney Burns provided the following Closed Session report:
No reportable action concerning:
CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS
Real Property Negotiations: APN: 690-552-06
Property: Richard T. Steed Memorial Park
City Negotiators: Andy Hall, City Manager, Brian Brower, Assistant City Manager, Samantha Wylie, Beaches, Parks and Recreation Director
Negotiating Parties: Rhinos Rugby
Under Negotiations: Price and terms for potential Financial Contribution for Development and Use Agreement
7. Staff Communications
None.
8. Public Hearings
BA. DE NOVO APPEAL HEARING OF PUBLIC HEARING PROJECT (PHP) 25-323, DEVELOPMENT PERMIT (DP) 25-324, AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT (CUP) 25-329, HANSON HOTEL
Mayor Loeffler opened the public hearing.
Community Development Director Atamian announced that staff is requesting continuation of the public hearing due to a defect in the noticing, stating that the public hearing notice for the proposed project site address was missing a digit .
Councilmember Wu disclosed a conversation with a resident expressing concerns regarding the proposed project.
Councilmember Enmeier disclosed a conversation with United 111 concerning the noticing defect.
Mayor Loeffler disclosed he met with the developer previously when the project was initially submitted concerning renderings of the proposed project.
Councilmember Cabral disclosed he has received communications regarding the proposed project.
Jamie Hall, Appellant, deferred his comments to the May 19, 2026 public hearing.
Amanda Quintanilla narrated a PowerPoint presentation entitled "The Hanson Hotel". A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerk.
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There being no others desiring to speak, Mayor Loeffler closed the public hearing.
Motion by Councilmember Wu, second by Mayor Pro Tern Knoblock, CARRIED 5-0, to renotice and reschedule the de nova public hearing to the Regular City Council meeting of May 19, 2026.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
88. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER INTRODUCING (FIRST READING) OF ORDINANCE NO. 1804, FOR THE CONTINUANCE OF THE TEMPORARY
PARKLET PROGRAM AND AN AMENDMENT OF THE PARKLET DESIGN
STANDARDS AND TO CONSIDER THE PROJECT CATEGORICALLY
EXEMPT FROM THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE CALIFORNIA
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
Mayor Loeffler opened the public hearing .
Councilmember Cabral, Mayor Pro Tern Knoblock, Councilmember Enmeier, and Mayor Loeffler disclosed that they have had conversations with residents and business owners, visited the site(s) and had communications with staff concerning the City's parklet program.
Community Development Director Atamian and Acting City Planner Rehm narrated a PowerPoint presentation entitled "Parklet Dining Program" and responded to City Council inquiries. A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerk.
Ellie Hammargren, San Clemente, spoke in support of continuation of the parklet program; urged the City to add additional bike parking on Avenida Del Mar.
Mikii Rathmann, San Clemente, commented on the potential impacts of parklets on businesses located on Avenida Del Mar.
Amanda Quintanilla expressed concerns regarding the design standards as it relates to liability for the City; spoke on the conditions of plants at the park lets .
Adriano Piazza spoke in support of parklets and the positive impacts to businesses.
Susie Lantz, San Clemente Chamber of Commerce, reported the results of the San Clemente Chamber of Commerce survey which showed support for the
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Alberto Ayala spoke in support of the parklets; suggested the City develop a designated employee parking area and expand the trolley program .
Donna Vidrine, San Clemente, spoke in support of continuing the parklet program.
Rick Anderson, San Clemente, spoke in support of the parklet program .
Kathy Ward, San Clemente, expressed concerns regarding the parklet program; urged the City Council to limit parklets to two parking spaces .
Karin Jennings, San Clemente, spoke in support of the parklet program .
Tyler Boden, spoke in support of the parklet program with the continuation of addressing impacts; announced the Chamber of Commerce will hold a meeting to discuss parklets at the San Clemente Outlets.
Wayne Eggleston spoke in support of the proposed modification of the parklet program.
There being no others desiring to speak, Mayor Loeffler closed the public hearing.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tern Knoblock, second by Councilmember Wu, CARRIED 4-1 (Mayor Loeffler voting NOE), to:
1. Determine the Ordinance Categorically Exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Sections § 15321 : Enforcement Actions by Regulatory Agencies, and Section § 15311 : Accessory Structures.
2. Introduce, and conduct a first reading, by title only, of Ordinance No. 1804 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 17.28.206 OF THE SAN
CLEMENTE MUNICIPAL CODE, REGULATING TEMPORARY PARKLET
DINING, WHICH ESTABLISHES STANDARDS FOR OUTDOOR DINING
AREAS AND SUNSETS ON JANUARY 1, 2029; AND FINDING THIS
ACTION EXEMPT FROM CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL .QUALITY ACT (CEQA) PURSUANT TO CEQA GUIDELINES SECTIONS 15311 AND
15321 .
3. Modify the design standards, as outlined in exhibit B of Ordinance No. 1804, as follows:
a. Permit green, red, white and blue umbrellas to be used within the parklets
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b. Require post and cable railings .
c. No limit to the number of heaters allowed within a parklet, maintain the height restriction of heaters.
4. Require compliance of parklets to the new design standards by September 30, 2026 at the expense of the business/owner. The City will evaluate • potential incentives for early compliance.
5. Additionally, the City Council directed that monthly billing of the parklets be added to the permit.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock and Wu
NOE: Mayor Loeffler
Meeting Recessed
The meeting recessed at 7:56 p.m. and reconvened at 8:05 p.m. with all City Councilmembers present.
BC. PUBLIC HEARING - INTRODUCTION (FIRST READING) OF ORDINANCE NO. 1801 ADDING SECTION 12.28.025 TO THE SAN CLEMENTE MUNICIPAL
CODE RELATING TO MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE TEE TIME
RESERVATIONS
Mayor Loeffler opened the public hearing.
All City Councilmembers disclosed they have received communications related to golf course tee time reservations .
There being no one desiring to speak, Mayor Loeffler closed the public hearing .
Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Councilmember Enmeier, CARRIED 5-0, to introduce, and conduct a first reading, by title only, of Ordinance No. 1801 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA, ADDING SECTION 12.28.025 TO
THE SAN CLEMENTE MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE TEE TIME RESERVATIONS.
AYE:
NOE:
Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
None
City Council Special and Regular Meeting Minutes April 21, 2026 8D. PUBLIC HEARING ON WEED ABATEMENT 2026 - 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 Loeffler opened the public hearing.
There being no one desiring to speak, Mayor Loeffler closed the public hearing .
Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Councilmember Enmeier, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Resolution No. 26-57 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:
NOE:
Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
None
BE. PUBLIC HEARING - INTRODUCTION (FIRST READING) OF AN ORDINANCE APPROVING ZONING AMENDMENT (ZA) 26-066, TO AMEND SAN
CLEMENTE MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 16.50.010 RELATING TO URBAN LOT SPLITS, AND SECTION 17.86.010 RELATING TO TWO-UNIT
PROJECTS, CONSISTENT WITH HOUSING ELEMENT COMMITMENT AND
STATE LAW, AND FINDING THE PROJECT 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 .
Motior, by Councilmember Wu, second by Mayor Pro Tern Knoblock, CARRIED 5-0, to introduce, and conduct the first reading, by title only, of Ordinance No . 1805 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING ZONING AMENDMENT (ZA) 26-066, TO AMEND SAN CLEMENTE MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 16.50.010
RELATING TO URBAN LOT SPLITS, AND SECTION 17.86.010 RELATING TO
TWO-UNIT PROJECTS, CONSISTENT WITH HOUSING ELEMENT
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9. COMMITMENT AND STATE LAW; AND FINDING THIS ACTION EXEMPT
FROM CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) PURSUANT TO PUBLIC RESOURCES CODE § 21083.3 AND CEQA GUIDELINES §§ 15183 and 15061 (b)(3).
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
Unfinished Business
None.
10. New Business
1 0A. CALLING GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION OF NOVEMBER 31 2026 AND
ACTIONS RELATED THERETO
City Clerk Campagnolo reviewed the contents of the Administrative Report and responded to City Council inquiries.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tern Knoblock, second by Councilmember Wu, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Resolution No. 26-58 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA, CALLING FOR
THE HOLDING OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2026, FOR THE ELECTION OF CERTAIN
OFFICERS AS REQUIRED BY THE PROVISIONS OF THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA RELATING TO GENERAL LAW CITIES.
AYE:
NOE:
Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
None
Motion by Mayor Pro Tern Knoblock, second by Councilmember Wu, CARRIED 5-0, to Adopt Resolution No. 26-59 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA, REQUESTING
THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF ORANGE TO
CONSOLIDATE A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON
NOVEMBER 3, 2026, WITH THE STATEWIDE GENERAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON THAT DATE PURSUANT TO SECTION §10403 OF THE
CALIFORNIA ELECTIONS CODE.
AYE:
NOE:
Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
None
Amanda Quintanilla spoke in opposition to the 200 word limit.
Motion by Councilmember Enmeier, second by Councilmember Cabral, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Resolution No. 26-60 entitled A RESOLUTION OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA,
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ADOPTING REGULATIONS FOR CANDIDATES FOR ELECTIVE OFFICE PERT.'l,INING TO MATERIALS SUBMITTED TO THE ELECTORATE AT THE MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON NOVEMBER 3, 2026.
AYE:
NOE:
Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
None
Tony Rubolino spoke on the verification of candidates ballot designation .
Motion by Mayor Loeffler, second by Mayor Pro Tern Knoblock, CARRIED 5-0 to table Resolution No. 26-61 and take no action.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
108. CONSiDERATION OF PLACING A MEASURE ON THE NOVEMBER 3, 2026
BALLOT TO ESTABLISH TERM LIMITS FOR MAYOR AND RELATED
ACTIONS
City Clerk Campagnolo narrated a PowerPoint presentation and responded to City Council inquiries. A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerk.
Amanda Quintanilla opined that the mayor is a ceremonial position and should conform to the same term limits as a Councilmember.
Motion by Councilmember Enmeier, second by Mayor Loeffler, CARRIED 5-0, to continue this item to the May 5, 2026 Regular City Council meeting and direct staff to determine if there is a way that the City could designate the elected mayor as a City Councilmember and be subject to the same restrictions as Councilmembers (two four-year terms with a two-year break) regarding term limits without placing a measure on the November 2026 ballot.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
City Council Special and Regular Meeting Minutes April 21, 2026 1 0C. CITY COUNCIL ACTION UNDER ELECTIONS CODE SECTION 9215 IN
CONNECTION WITH THE CERTIFICATION OF A PETITION RELATED TO A SALES TAX MEASURE AND RELATED ACTIONS; AND A REVIEW OF THE
BALLOT MEASURE FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES AND HOW THE
MEASURE, IF APPROVED, WOULD IMPACT THE CITY'S FINANCES AND
OPERATIONS
City Manager Hall narrated a PowerPoint presentation entitled "Review of Citizen's Initiative" and responded to City Council inquiries. A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerk.
Lois McNicoll spoke in opposition to additional taxes; requested a reading of the petition.
Mike Kay opined on education concerning the citizen's initiative by the City Council on social media.
Cameron Cosgrove spoke on the citizen's initiative.
Amanda Quintanilla narrated a PowerPoint presentation entitled "No Tax". A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerk.
Tony Rubolino spoke on the citizen's ballot initiative as it relates to comments made by supporters.
Motion by Mayor Loeffler, second by Mayor Pro Tern Knoblock, CARRIED 5-0, to direct staff to prepare a report under elections code section 9212 and return to the City Council at the Regular meeting of May 19, 2026.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
1 OD. SCHEDULING OF MEETINGS TO INTERVIEW AND APPOINT INDIVIDUALS
TO SERVE ON VARIOUS CITY COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES
The City Council scheduled interviews and appointments fnr City Commission and Committees prior to the Regular City Council meetings of June 2 and June 16, 2026 at 2:00 p.m.
City Council Special and Regular Meeting Minutes April 21, 2026 10E. CONSIDERATION TO INTRODUCE (FIRST READING) AN ORDINANCE, AND
ADOPT AN URGENCY ORDINANCE, TO MODIFY AND STANDARDIZE THE PARK:NG TIME LIMITS ON PORTIONS OF AVENIDA DEL MAR, NORTH &
SOUTH EL CAMINO REAL, NORTH & SOUTH OLA VISTA AND THE CITY
OWNED PARKING LOT LOCATED AT THE SAN CLEMENTE LIBRARY AND COMMUNITY CENTER, WITH AMENDMENTS TO SECTION 28 OF THE
CITY'S TRAFFIC REGULATIONS, AND FINDING THE ORDINANCES
EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
Community Development Director Atamian narrated a PowerPoint presentation entitled "1 OE. Consideration of Ordinances to Standardize Downtown Parking Time Limits" and responded to City Council inquiries. A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerk.
Mikii Rathmann spoke in support of the proposed parking time limitations.
Tony Rubolino spoke in support of paid parking in the downtown area .
City Staff to evaluate additional opportunities for 20-minute parking stalls spaced along Avenida Del Mar.
Motion by Councilmember Enmeier, second by Mayor Loeffler, CARRIED 5-0, to introduce and conduct a first reading, by title only, of Ordinance No. 1806 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE AMENDING SECTION 28 OF THE CODIFICATION OF THE
TRAFFIC REGULATIONS OF SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA TO REPEAL
AND REPLACE CERTAIN TIME LIMITATIONS FOR PARKING ON PORTIONS
OF AVENIDA DEL MAR, NORTH & SOUTH EL CAMINO REAL, NORTH &
SOUTH OLA VISTA, AND THE CITY OWNED PARKING LOT AT THE SAN CLEM:::NTE LIBRARY/ COMMUNITY CENTER, AND FINDING THE ACTION
EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) UNDER CLASS 1 (EXISTING FACILITIES, 14 CCR SECTION 15301) OF THE STATE CEQA GUIDELINES.
AYE:
NOE:
Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
None
Motion by Councilmember Enmeier, second by Mayor Loeffler, CARRIED 4-1 (Councilmember Wu voting NOE), to find that immediate action and implementation of an Urgency Ordinance is necessary to preserve the public peace, health, and safety by improving parking availability and access in high-demand coastal and commercial areas during peak seasonal activity, and introduce, and adopt, by at least 4/5ths vote, Urgency Ordinance No. 1807 entitled AN URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE AMENDING SECTION 28 OF THE CODIFICATION
OF THE TRAFFIC REGULATIONS OF SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA TO
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REPEAL AND REPLACE CERTAIN TIME LIMITATIONS FOR PARKING ON
PORTIONS OF AVENIDA DEL MAR, NORTH & SOUTH EL CAMINO REAL,
NORTH & SOUTH OLA VISTA, AND THE CITY OWNED PARKING LOT AT
THE SAN CLEMENTE LIBRARY/COMMUNITY CENTER, AND FINDING THE
ACTION EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) UNDER CLASS 1 (EXISTING FACILITIES, 14 CCR SECTION 15301) OF THE STATE CEQA GUIDELINES.
AYE:
NOE:
Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock and Mayor Loefrler
Wu
10F. INFORMATIONAL REPORT ON THE COMMUNITY SAFETY AND WELFARE COMMITTEE'S RECOMMENDATION REGARDING 72-HOUR PARKING
REGULATIONS, AND CONSIDERATION OF FURTHER ACTION.
Community Development Director Atamian reviewed the contents of the Administrative Report and responded to City Council inquiries .
Police Services Captain Chevalier responded to City Council inquiries.
Dee Coleman narrated a PowerPoint presentation concerning on street storage parking. A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerk.
Amanda Quintanilla opined on the feasibility of enforcement.
Alton Cullen, San Clemente, spoke in support of the enforcement of the 72 hour parking restriction
Motion by Mayor Loeffler, second by Councilmember Wu, CARRIED 5-0, to direct staff to return to City Council with an ordinance modifying the 72 hour parking regulations to require the vehicle to move a minimum 100 foot and install street sweeping signage. The ordinance should allow for vehicles in violation of the parking regulation be able to be towed.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
City Council Special and Regular Meeting Minutes April 21 , 2026 10G. CONSIDERATION OF AN APPEAL OF A SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT DENIAL
FOR THE FESTIVAL OF FREERIDE / JETSKI CONTEST AND SPECIAL
EVENT PURSUANT TO SAN CLEMENTE MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION
12.34.100
Beaches, Parks and Recreation Director Wylie reviewed the contents of the Administrative Report and responded to City Council inquiries .
Dante Borruso, appellant, spoke on the proposed event and modifications he is willing to make to the event.
Tony Rubolino commented on the proposed event and application .
Amanda Quintanilla spoke in support of the denial.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tern Knoblock, second by Councilmember Enmeier, CARRIED 5-0, to suspend the appeal and direct Beaches, Parks and Recreation Director Wylie to arrange a meeting with the Ocean Festival to determine if they are interested in the potential for a jet ski exposition pilot program .
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
11. Consent Calendar
The City Council removed Agenda Item 11 J and 11 K for public comment.
A. City Council Minutes
Motion by Councilmember Wu, second by Councilmember Enmeier, CARRIED 5-0, to:
(1) APPR:>VE THE SPECIAL AND REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF MARCH 17, 2026.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
B. Commission/Committee Minutes
Motion by Councilmember Wu, second by Councilmember Enmeier, CARRIED 5-0, to:
(1) BEACHES, PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 10, 2026.
(2) DESIGN REVIEW SUBCOMMITTEE REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF MARCH 11 , 2026.
(3) PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF MARCH 18, 2026.
City Council Special and Regular Meeting Minutes April 21, 2026 (4) DESIGN REVIEW SUBCOMMITTEE REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF MARCH 25, 2026.
(5) DESIGN REVIEW SUBCOMMITTEE ADJOURNED MEETING MINUTES OF APRIL 1, 2026.
(6) PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF APRIL 8, 2026. (7) ZONING ADMINISTRATOR REGULAR MEETING MINU·I·Es OF APRIL 9, 2026.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
C. Warrant Register
Motion by Councilmember Wu, second by Councilmember Enmeier, CARRIED 5-0, to:
(1) APPROVE WARRANT NOS.
610262 THROUGH 610391, PAID ON
3-13-26, IN THE AMOUNT OF $5,010,053.48
(2) APPROVE WIRE TRANSFER NOS.
3403 THROUGH 3408 AND WARRANT NOS.
610392 THROUGH 610590, PAID ON
3-20-26, IN THE AMOUNT OF
(3) APPROVE WARRANT NOS.
610591 THROUGH 610755, PAID ON
3-27-26, IN THE AMOUNT OF
(4) APPROVE WIRE TRANSFER NOS.
3409 THROUGH 3416 AND WARRANT NOS.
610756 THROUGH 610857, PAID ON
4-3-26, IN THE AMOUNT OF
(5) APPROVE HANDWRITE NO. 610858,
PAID ON 4-6-26, IN THE AMOUNT OF
(6) APPROVE WARRANT NOS.
610859 THROUGH 611020, PAID ON
4-10-26, IN THE AMOUNT OF
$1 ,187,521.83
$2,196,293.69
$1 ,361 ,550.32
$378,224.06
$3,025,757.55
TOTAL WARRANT REGISTER $13,159,400.93
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
City Council Special and Regular Meeting Minutes April 21, 2026 Payroll Register
Motion by Councilmember Wu, second by Councilmember Enmeier, CARRIED 5-0, to:
APPR:JVE WARRANT NO. 998 THROUGH
1000, AND AUTOMATIC DEPOSIT ADVISES
110577 THROUGH 110923, FOR THE PERIOD
3-2-26 THROUGH 3-15-26, PAID ON 3-20-26,
IN THE AMOUNT OF $561,448.12
APPROVE WARRANT NOS. 1001
THROUGH 1003,AND AUTOMATIC
DEPOSIT ADVISES 110924 THROUGH
111266, FOR THE PERIOD 3-16-26
THROUGH 3-29-26, PAID ON 4-3-26,
IN THE AMOUNT OF
TOTAL PAYROLL REGISTER
$570,556.29
$1,132,004.41
AYE:
NOE:
Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
None
11D. ADOPT ORDINANCE 1803 {SECOND READING) AMENDING VARIOUS PORTIONS OF THE SAN CLEMENTE MUNICIPAL CODE TITLE 2 -
ADMINISTRATION AND PERSONNEL, TITLE 12 - STREETS, SIDEWALKS, AND PUBLIC SPACED, TITLE 16 - SUBDIVISIONS, AND TITLE 17- ZONING
ORDINANCE, FOR STREAMLINING AND CLEANUP PURPOSES, AND
FINDING THE ORDINANCE EXEMPT FROM THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
Motion by Councilmember Wu, second by Councilmember Enmeier, CARRIED 5-0, to Adopt Ordinance No. 1803 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING ZONING AMENDMENT 25-547 AMENDING CERTAIN SECTIONS AND
TABLES OF TITLE 2 - ADMINISTRATION AND PERSONNEL, TITLE 12 - STREETS, SIDEWALKS, AND PUBLIC SPACES, TITLE 16 - SUBDIVISIONS, AND TITLE 17 - ZONING OF THE SAN CLEMENTE MUNICIPAL CODE; TO
STREAMLINE REVIEW PROCESSES FOR VARIOUS TYPES OF PROJECTS, AND CLARIFY CODE SECTIONS; AND FINDING THIS ACTION EXEMPT
FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) UNDER STATE CEQA GUIDELINES SECTIONS 15378(8)(2) AND 15378(8)(5).
AYE:
NOE:
Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
None
City Council Special and Regular Meeting Minutes April 21 , 2026 11 E. CONTRACT AWARD - FY 2026 LOCAL STREET IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM,
AND FINDING THE PROJECT CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT FROM THE
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
Motion by Councilmember Wu, second by Councilmember Enmeier, CARRIED 5-0, to:
Adopt Resolution No. 26-69, which will:
1. Find the FY 2026 Local Street Improvement Program 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 Local Street Improvement Program, GIP Project No. 16322, contract to All American Asphalt.
3. Approve, and authorize the City Manager to execute, Contract No. C26-28 by and between the City of San Clemente and All American Asphalt, . providing for the FY 2026 Local Street Improvement Program, in an amount not to exceed $571 ,935 Contract No. 26-28(Attachment 2).
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
11 F. CONTRACT AWARD - PRODUCTION OF THE CITY'S ANNUAL FOURTH OF
JULY FIREWORKS DISPLAY, AND FINDING THE ACTION EXEMPT FROM
THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
Motion by Councilmember Wu, second by Councilmember Enmeier, CARRIED 5-0, to:
Adopt Resolution, No. 26-70, which will:
1. Find the activity categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under Class 23 of the CEQA Guidelines, Section 15323 (Normal Operations of Facilities for Public Gatherings, 14 CCR 15323).
2. Award a three-year Professional Services Agreement to Fireworks & Stage FX America, LLC for the production of the City's annual Fourth of July fireworks show for the years 2026 through 2028 in a total contract amount not to exceed $185,000.
3. Approve, and authorize the City Manager to execute, Contract No. C26-29, by and between the City of San Clemente and Fireworks & Stage FX America, LLC., providing for the production of the City's annual Fourth of July fireworks show for the years 2026 through 2028, in a total contract amount not to exceed $185,000.
City Council
AYE:
NOE:
Special and Regular Meeting Minutes
Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
None
April 21, 2026
11 G. CONTRACT AWARD - REPLACEMENT OF THE FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM AT BUILDING "K", AND FINDING THE PROJECT EXEMPT FROM
THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
Motion by Councilmember Wu, second by Councilmember Enmeier, CARRIED 5-0, to:
Adopt Resolution No. 26-71 , which will:
1. Find the project categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under Class 1, Section 15301 (Existing Facilities, 14 CCR 15301) of the state CEQA Guidelines.
2. Award a contract to United Building & Development Services, LLC ., in the amount of $175,025, for demolition, removal, and installation of a clean agf!nt fire suppression system.
3. Approve, and authorize the City Manager to execute, Contract No. C26-30, by and between the City of San Clemente and United Building & Development Services, LLC., providing for demolition, removal, and installation of a clean agent fire suppression system, in an amount not to exceed $175,025.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
11H. CONTRACT AWARD - COSTERO RISCO PRESSURE REDUCING STATION
REHABILITATION, AND FINDING THE PROJECT CATEGORICALLY
EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
Motion by Councilmember Wu, second by Councilmember Enmeier, CARRIED 5-0, to:
Adopt Resolution No. 26-72, which will:
1. Find the Cestero Risco Pressure Reducing Station Rehabilitation. CIP Project No. 11404 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 Cestero Risco Pressure Reducing Station Rehabilitation contract to Oppenheimer National.
3. Approve, and authorize the City Manager to execute, Contract No. C26-31 ,
City Council Special and Regular Meeting Minutes April 21, 2026 by and between the City of San Clemente and Oppenheimer National, providing for the Costero Risco Pressure Reducing Station Rehabilitation, in an amount not to exceed $124,150, Contract No. C26-31 (Attachment 2).
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
111. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A WASTE INFRASTRUCTURE SYSTEM
ENTERPRISE (WISE) AGREEMENT WITH ORANGE COUNTY WASTE AND RECYCLING (OCWR), APPROVING A FIRST AMENDMENT TO 2ND
AMENDED AND RESTATED AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF SAN
CLEMENTE AND CR&R, INC, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
EXECUTE THE AGREEMENTS AND FINDING THE CONTRACTS
CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL
QUALITY ACT UNDER CLASS 1 (EXISTING FACILITIES, 14 CCR 15301 ), SECTION 15301 OF THE STATE CEQA GUIDELINES
Motion by Councilmember Wu, second by Councilmember Enmeier, CARRIED 5-0, to:
Adopt Resolution No. 26-73, which will:
1. Find the project categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under Class 1 (Existing Facilities, 14 CCR 15301) of the state CEQA Guidelines.
2. Approve the Waste Infrastructure System Enterprise Agreement (WISE) Agreement with the County of Orange for municipal solid waste disposal rates and services.
3. • Approve the First Amendment to the 2nd Amended and Restated Agreement between the City and CR&R.
4. Approve, and authorize the City Manager to execute, Contract No. C26-32, WISE Agreement, by and between the City of San Clemente and the County of Orange for municipal solid waste disposal rates and services.
5. Approve, and authorize the City Manager to execute, Amendment No.1 to Contract No. C24-64, 2nd Amended and Restated Agreement, by and between the City of San Clemente and CR&R Incorporated for Solid Waste Handling Services.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
City Council Special and Regular Meeting Minutes April 21 , 2026 11L. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF ASSEMBLY BILL 1954 (AB1954), REGULATING THIRD-PARTY GOLF RESERVATION
PLATFORMS
Motion by Councilmember Wu, second by Councilmember Enmeier, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 26-76 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA,
SUPPORTING ASSEMBLY BILL 1954 (AB 1954) REGARDING
REGULATION OF THIRD-PARTY GOLF RESERVATION SERVICE
PLATFORMS.
2. Authorize the Mayor to execute, and staff to submit a letter of support for Assembly Bill 1954.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
11M. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION ENCOURAGING THE STATE OF
CALIFORNIA, SPECIFICALLY THE GOVERNOR, TO TAKE SWIFT
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION TO ADDRESS CONCERNS RELATED TO
MICROPLASTICS
Motion by Councilmember Wu, second by Councilmember Enmeier, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Resolution No. 26-77 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA, CALLING UPON
THE GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO TAKE SWIFT
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION TO ADDRESS MICROPLASTICS, INCLUDING BUT
NOT LIMITED TO THOSE FROM FOOD AND BEVERAGE INDUSTRIES,
INTENTIONALLY ADDED MICROPLASTICS IN COSMETICS, AND
MICROFIBERS.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
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City Council Special and Regular Meeting Minutes April 21, 2026 11N. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION APPROVING FINAL PARCEL MAP 2024-1391 245 WEST EL PORTAL DUPLEX CONDOMINIUM SUBDIVISION Motion by Councilmember Wu, second by Councilmember l:::nmeier, CARRIED 5-0, to:
Adopt Resolution No. 26-78, which will:
1. Approve Final Parcel Map 2024-139 as it conforms to the requirements set forth in the Subdivision Map Act and the previously approved Tentative Parcel Map.
2. Accept on behalf of the City of San Clemente the water rights as dedicated.
3. Authorize and direct the Public Works Director/City Engineer to execute . the Final Parcel Map.
4. Authorize and direct the City Clerk to execute and submit the Final Parcel Map for recordation with the County of Orange Recorder's Office.
AYE:
NOE:
Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
None
110. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A PARTNERSHIP
AGREEMENT WITH THE SAN CLEMENTE VILLAGE FOR THE USE OF CITY
FACILITIES
Motion by Councilmember Wu, second by Councilmember Enmeier, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Resolution No. 26-79, entitled A RESOLUT!ON OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A
PARTNERSHIP AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE
AND THE SAN CLEMENTE VILLAGE FOR PROGRAMMING AND FACILITY USE.
AYE:
NOE:
Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
None
City Council Special and Regular Meeting Minutes April 21 , 2026 11P. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION APPROVING FACILITY USE
AGREEMENT WITH THE SAN CLEMENTE WOMEN'S GOLF CLUB AT THE
SAN CLEMENTE MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE, AND AUTHORIZING THE
BEACHES, PARKS & RECREATION DIRECTOR TO EXECUTE THE
AGREEMENT
Motion by Councilmember Wu, second by Councilmember Enmeier, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Resolution No. 26-80, entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING
FACILITY USE AGREEMENT WITH THE SAN CLEMENTE WOMEN'S GOLF
CLUB FOR USE OF THE SAN CLEMENTE MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE, AND
AUTHORIZING THE BEACHES, PARKS & RECREATION DIRECTOR TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT.
AYE:
NOE:
Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
None
11Q. INFORMATIONAL REPORT ON THE EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
STRATEGIC PLAN AND COMMUNITY SAFETY AND WELFARE COMMITTEE
RECOMMENDATION
Motior by Councilmember Wu, second by Councilmember Enmeier, CARRIED 5-0, to receive and file the Administrative Report dated April 21 , 2026 and on file with the City Clerk.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
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ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR FOR PUBLIC COMMENT 11J. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION APPROVING AN EXEMPTION TO THE
FORMAL SOLICITATION PROCESS APPROVING A MEMORANDUM OF
UNDERSTANDING WITH THE CALIFORNIA JOINT POWERS INSURANCE
AUTHORITY TO PARTIALLY FUND AN AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES
ACT SELF EVALUATION AND TRANSITION PLAN UPDATE, AUTHORIZING
THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED A COST TO THE CITY OF $26313501 APPROVING A RELATED
BUDGET APPROPRIATION, AND FINDING THE PROJECT EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT.
Amanda Quintanilla commented on the proposed Memorandum of Understanding.
Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Councilmemuer Wu, CARRIED 5-0, to:
Adopt Resolution No. 26-74, which will:
1. Approve an exemption to the formal solicitation process within the City's Purchasing Policy (Section XI A.1.1.14).
2. Approve the Memorandum of Understanding with the California Joint Powers Insurance Authority in the amount of $286,850, with the City's portion of cost being $263,350, to have Disability Access Consultants evaluate the City's programs, facilities, and rights of way, and provide an updated ADA self-evaluation and transition plan for City facilities, programs, and public rights-of-way in accordance with the proposal dated March 28, 2026 (Attachment 2).
3. Approve, and authorize the City Manager to execute, Contract No. C26-33, Memorandum of Understanding, by and between the City of San Clemente and the California Joint Powers Insurance Authority, providing for Disability Access Consultants evaluate the City's programs, facilities, and rights of way, and provide an updated ADA self-evaluation and transition plan for City facilities, programs, and public rights-of-way in accordance with the proposal dated March 28, 2026, in an amount not to exceed cost to the City of $263,350.
4. Approve a supplemental appropriation of $263,350 from General Fund Balance to Account No. 001-421-43890.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
City Council Special and Regular Meeting Minutes April 21 , 2026 11K. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION APPROVING A FUNDRAISING
AGREEMENT FOR THE PIER UNDERPASS/ENTRANCE
Amanda Quintanilla expressed concerns regarding the proposed landcaping alterations.
Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Mayor Pro Tern Knoblock, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 26-75, A RESOLUTION OF THE CIT'( COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A
FUNDRAISING AGREEMENT WITH PIERPRIDE, OBA SAN CLEMENTE
PIER CONSERVANCY, FOR THE PIER UNDERPASS/ENTRANCE
PROJECT, PN 23102.
2. Approve, and authorize the City Manager to execute, Contract No. C26-34, a Fundraising Agreement, by and between the City of San Clemente and PierPride, dba San Clemente Pier Conservancy, for the pier underpass/entrance project.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
12. Oral Communications (Part 2)
Tony Rubolino narrated a PowerPoint presentation entitled "Eric Swalwell and his ties to San Clemente". A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerk.
13. Future Agenda Items
None.
14. Reports
A. City Attorney
None.
8. City Manager
City Manager Executed Contracts
City Manager Hall announced that he executed the following contracts under his signature authority:
1. Second Amendment - AmeriNational Community Services LLC providing for loan servicing for CDBG Rehab Loan Program in an amount not to exceed $39,000.
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2. Ascent Environmental providing for Climate Action Plan Progress Report and Supplemental Update in the amount of $70,000.
3. Ace Parking providing parking enforcement in an amount not to exceed $74,750
North Beach Pedestrian Improvements
Public Works Director/City Engineer Rebensdorf narrated a PowerPoint presentation entitled "14B. City Manager Report North Beach Pedestrian lmporvements" and responded to City Council inquiries. A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerk.
15. Adjournment
Motion by Mayor Loeffler, second by Councilmember Enmeier, CARRIED 5-0, to adjourn at 10:48 p.m. in memory of Retired Orange County Fire Authority Captain Nick Maule to an Adjourned Regular Meeting to be held on May 1, 2026 for the purpose of conducting the State of the City address. The meeting will be held at Bella Collina located at 200 Avendia La Pata, San Clemente 92673. The next Regular City Council meeting will be held on May 5, 2026.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
C)&~§
Rick Loef r, Mayor of the City of
San Cle e te, California
Cl CLERK of the City of
San Clemente, California