CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE
Tuesday,August18,2026
City Council
Special and Regular Meeting Minutes
910 Calle Negocio
2nd Floor
San Clemente, California
www.sanclemente.gov
Council Chambers
5:00 p.m. Closed Session
5:30 p.m. Business Meeting
Mayor Loeffler
Mayor Pro Tern 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 Special and Regular Meeting of the San Clemente City Council was called to order by Mayor Loeffler on August 18, 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; Elizabeth Mitchell, City Attorney; Laura Campagnolo, City Clerk; Megan Jimenez, Deputy City Clerk
CLOSED SESSION
Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Councilmember Enmeier, CARRIED 5-0, to recess to Closed Session at 5:00 p.m. to discuss the following:
A. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION
Existing litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1) Number of Cases: 2
1. Case Name: City of San Clemente v. Alfie Shahid, et al., Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-2024-01381591-CU-MC-CJC.
2. Case Name: City of San Clemente v. Mark Middlebrook and Fadia Middlebrook, Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-30-2025-01524090 -CU-OR-CJC.
AYE:
NOE:
Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
None
Closed Session concluded at 5:11 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 Jim Wilke, Calvary South OC, gave the invocation.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Sophia DeRouchey led the Pledge of Allegiance.
1. Special Presentations
1A. Recognition of Humanitarian Awards Recipients - Sophia DeRouchey and Ryan Cuenca
The City Council presented commendations to Sophia DeRouchey and Ryan Cuenca in recognition of their receipt of the Humanitarian Award. 1 B. Recognition of Outgoing Commission and Committee Members The City Council presented commendations to the Outgoing Commission and Committee members in recognition of their service and commitment to the City of San Clemente.
1 C. Orange County Sheriff Department (OCSD) Annual Report Police Services Chief Chevalier narrated a PowerPoint Presentation entitled "2025 Annual Report" and responded to City Council inquiries. A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerk.
2. Council Member Reports
Motion by Councilmember Enmeier, second by Councilmember Wu, FAILED 2-3 (Mayor Loeffler, Mayor Pro Tern Knoblock, and Councilmember Cabral voting NOE), to rearrange the agenda to give Councilmember Reports before the City Council considers the Consent Calendar.
AYE: Enmeier and Wu
NOE: Cabral, Knoblock and Mayor Loeffler
Councilmember Cabral:
• Attended the Love San Clemente meeting; announced an upcoming volunteer day on September 12, 2026.
• Attended the Investment Advisory Committee meeting.
• Attended the Golf Course Committee meeting .
• Attended the Orange County Transportation Authority Coastal Rail Resiliency Study meeting on August 10, 2026.
• Attended the Fiesta Music Festival on August 8, 2026. • Attended the Arts and Crafts Fair on August 15, 2026.
City Council Special and Regular Meeting Minutes August 18, 2026 • Attended the San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station (SONGS) Community Engagement Panel meeting.
• Met with Cyprus Shores residents concerning parking.
• Met with State Park representatives concerning conditions at the state park and adjacent areas.
Councilmember Wu:
• Attended the Orange County Transportation Authority Coastal Rail Resiliency Study meeting on August 10, 2026.
• Attended Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) Connect SoCal Subcommittee meeting on August 12, 2026.
• Recognized City Manager Hall for his diligence to address homelessness in the south end of the City.
• Displayed the press release concerning the Orange County Transportation Authority Coastal Rail Resiliency Study meeting. A hard copy of the press release is on file with the City Clerk
Councilmember Enmeier:
• Recognized the 1st day of school for San Clemente on August 18, 2026. • Urged parents to discuss bike safety with their children.
Mayor Pro Tern Knoblock:
• Attended the Orange County Transportation Authority Coastal Rail Resiliency Study meeting on August 10, 2026.
• Attended a San Clemente Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting event for Severson Originals on August 14, 2026.
• Drove in the OC Fair's Demolition Derby.
• Attended an event for Shelly Kindred at the OC Tavern on August 11, 2026.
Mayor Loeffler:
• Attended the San Clemente Fiesta on August 8, 2026.
• Met with City Manager Hall and Assistant City Manager Brower concerning parking enforcement on August 10, 2026.
• Attended the Orange County Transportation Authority Coastal Rail Resiliency Study meeting on August 10, 2026.
• Attended an event for Shelly Kindred at the OC Tavern on August 11 , 2026. • Met with residents concerning an HOA issue on August 12, 2026. • Met with representatives concerning coastal beach monitoring on August 13, 2026.
• Attended a San Clemente Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting event for Severson Originals on August 14, 2026.
• Attended a briefing with City Manager Hall and City Attorney Mitchell on August 17, 2026.
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3. Oral Communications (Part 1)
Lois McNicoll commented on the citizens ballot initiative.
Amanda Quintanilla narrated a PowerPoint presentation entitled "Avenida Victoria Project". A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerk.
Susie Lantz and Rick Rodriquez recognized City staff for supporting the success of the Fiesta Music Festival.
Lucy Innis, Juke Johnston, Lucas Moura, Nate Newell, Nathan Wondries requested that the City increase the lifeguard pay schedule. Submitted a petition signed by lifeguards. A hard copy of the petition is on file with the City Clerk.
Donna Vidrine spoke on the importance of affordable housing.
4. Motion waiving reading in full of all Resolutions and Ordinances Motion by Mayor Pro Tern Knoblock, second by Councilmember Enmeier, 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.
6. Closed Session Report - City Attorney
City Attorney Mitchell provided the following Closed Session report:
No reportable action concerning:
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION
Existing litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1) Number of Cases: 2
1. Case Name: City of San Clemente v. Alfie Shahid, et al., Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-2024-01381591-CU-MC-CJC.
2. Case Name: City of San Clemente v. Mark Middlebrook and Fadia Middlebrook, Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-30-2025-01524090 -CU-OR-CJC.
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7. Staff Communications
City Manager Hall reviewed a map of the south end of the city where it meets Camp Pendleton and the state beach. The map outlines jurisdictional boundaries and responsible agencies. The map will be available for the public to review on the City website, the map also provides contact information for the responsible agencies.
8. Public Hearings
8A. APPEAL OF THE DENIAL OF AN ADMINISTRATIVE ENCROACHMENT PERMIT FOR A WALL IN THE RIGHT OF WAY LOCATED AT 1202 AVENIDA
DE LA ESTRELLA AND FINDINGS UNDER THE CALIFORNIA
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
Mayor Loeffler opened the public hearing.
Mayor Loeffler disclosed that he has a social relationship with Spencer Schneider, counsel for the appellant, through the San Clemente Chamber of Commerce; noted that he will be fair and impartial on the deliberations of the public hearing.
Public Works Director Rebensdorf and Assistant City Engineer Ponsen narrated a PowerPoint presentation entitled "Appeal of Denial of Administrative Encroachment Permit for Wall in Public Right of Way" and responded to City Council inquiries. A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerk.
Spencer Schneider, counsel for the appellant, narrated a PowerPoint presentation entitled "1202 Avenida De La Estrella". A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerk.
Len Brongo expressed safety concerns regarding the modified wall as it relates to line of sight.
Diana Lansden urged the City to address the line of sight issues due to vehicles parked on the street.
John Lansden opined that parked vehicles block the line of sight.
Dylan Odbert spoke in support of keeping the wall in place .
Spencer Schneider responded to comments.
MEETING RECESSED
The meeting recessed at 6:46 p.m. and reconvened at 6:51 p.m. with all City Councilmembers present.
City Council Special and Regular Meeting Minutes August 18, 2026 Spencer Schneider responded to City Council inquiries.
There being no others desiring to speak, Mayor Loeffler closed the Public Hearing.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tern Knoblock, second by Mayor Loeffler, to:
Adopt Resolution No. 26-109, which will:
1. Partially grant the appeal.
2. Determine the project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under Class 3 (New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures, 14 CCR 15303(e)).
3. Grant an Administrative Encroachment Permit E25-0416 for retaining walls and stairs in the right-of-way subject to the terms and conditions in the permit (Attachment 4), those specified in the resolution (the drain shall be removed or modified to properly drain to the street and not onto the sidewalk; removal of the exterior lights from the retaining wall adjacent to the entrance gate; property owners shall install and maintain at their sole expense a convex mirror at the intersection of Avenida De La Estrella and La Placentia), The City will install 20 feet of red curb at the intersection of Avenida De La Estrella and La Placentia to improve the line of sight at the intersection; if the line of sight is still insufficient staff will follow proper procedures to add additional red curbs as appropriate, The City will review and evaluate the potential for traffic calming measures at Avenida De La Estrella and La Placentia, and those specified in the Agreement Containing Covenants Affecting Real Property (Attachment 5).
Substitute motion by Councilmember Wu , second by Councilmember Enmeier, FAILED 2-3 (Councilmember Cabral, Mayor Pro Tern Knoblock, and Mayor Loeffler voting NOE), to:
Adopt Resolution No. 26-109, which will:
1. Partially grant the appeal.
2. Determine the project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under Class 3 (New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures, 14 CCR 15303(e)).
3. Grant an Administrative Encroachment Permit E25-0416 for retaining walls and stairs in the right-of-way subject to the terms and conditions in the permit (Attachment 4), those specified in the resolution (the encroaching solid wall improvements shall not exceed a maximum height of 42 inches any
City Council Special and Regular Meeting Minutes August 18, 2026 additional wall height will be slotted or see through) and those specified in the Agreement Containing Covenants Affecting Real Property (Attachment 5).
AYE: Enmeier and Wu
NOE: Cabral, Knoblock and Mayor Loeffler
The original motion by Mayor Pro Tern Knoblock, second by Mayor Loeffler, was considered and CARRIED 3-2 (Councilmember Enmeier and Councilmember Wu voting NOE), to:
Adopt Resolution No. 26-109, which will:
1. Partially grant the appeal.
2. Determine the project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under Class 3 (New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures, 14 CCR 15303(e)).
3. Grant an Administrative Encroachment Permit E25-0416 for retaining walls and stairs in the right-of-way subject to the terms and conditions in the permit (Attachment 4), those specified in the resolution (the drain shall be removed or modified to properly drain to the street and not onto the sidewalk; removal of the exterior lights from the retaining wall adjacent to the entrance gate; property owners shall install and maintain at their sole expense a convex mirror at the intersection of Avenida De La Estrella and La Placentia), The City will install 20 feet of red curb at the intersection of Avenida De La Estrella and La Placentia to improve the line of sight at the intersection; if the line of sight is still insufficient staff will follow proper procedures to add additional red curbs as appropriate, The City will review and evaluate the potential for traffic calming measures at Avenida De La Estrella and La Placentia, and those specified in the Agreement Containing Covenants Affecting Real Property (Attachment 5).
AYE: Cabral, Knoblock and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: Enmeier and Wu
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City Council Special and Regular Meeting Minutes August 18, 2026 BB. CONTINUATION OF A SCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARING TO INTRODUCE (FIRST READING) OF AN ORDINANCE, AMENDING CHAPTER 13.04 OF THE
CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE MUNICIPAL CODE, CREATING A UNIFORM
PROCESS FOR SETTING FEES, AND ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION,
ADJUSTING WATER DEPARTMENT FEE SCHEDULE FOR
MISCELLANEOUS WATER FEES
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 Wu, CARRIED 5-0, to continue the public hearing to a date uncertain. The public hearing will be noticed in advance of the hearing date.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
9. Unfinished Business
None.
10. New Business
10A. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE REAL ESTATE
ASSET MANAGEMENT PROGRAM (REAMP), APPROVING THE
ASSOCIATED PROGRAM POLICIES AND PROCEDURES, ESTABLISHING
THE CITY COUNCIL-DECLARED SURPLUS PROPERTY LIST,
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO APPROVE FUTURE
ADMINISTRATIVE MODIFICATIONS CONSISTENT WITH THE PROGRAM,
AND FINDING THE ACTION NOT SUBJECT TO THE CALIFORNIA
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
Community Development Director Atamian responded to City Council inquiries.
Amanda Quintanilla narrated a PowerPoint presentation entitled "Is the City of San Clemente for Sale?". A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerk.
Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Councilmember Enmeier, CARRIED 5-0, to:
Adopt Resolution 26-135 which will:
1. Adopt the Real Estate Asset Management Program (REAMP) as the City 's comprehensive framework for the inventory, classification, evaluation, and strategic management of City real property assets.
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2. Approve updated City Policy 901-1 , "Property Management Policies and Procedures for Lease and Sale of City-Owned Property".
3. Approve new City Policy 901-2, "Property Acquisition Policies and Procedures".
4. Approve the Citywide Real Property Inventory and associated asset classifications for portfolio-management purposes, subject to the limitations and property-specific requirements stated in the Resolution .
5. Establish Attachment 1, Exhibit A, "City Council-Declared Surplus Property List," as the City's official list of real property formally declared surplus by the City Council, and find that each listed property is no longer necessary for the City's use.
6. Direct staff to administer the properties identified in the City Council-Declared Surplus Property List in accordance with the California Surplus Land Act, other applicable law, City policy, and any applicable procedures previously completed for an individual property.
7. Authorize implementation and public use of the REAMP GIS Dashboard.
8. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to make non-subs\antive administrative modifications necessary to maintain the accuracy and usability of the REAMP, provided that such modifications do not change City Council-approved asset classifications, Opportunity Site directives, adopted policies, the City Council-Declared Surplus Property List, statutory surplus or exempt-surplus determinations, or other legislative or property-specific approvals and provided that such modifications are published on the City's website and reported back to the City Council in connection with the next REAMP-related item.
9. Direct staff to administer the REAMP, maintain the real property inventory and GIS Dashboard, conduct a portfolio review in conjunction with the City's biennial budget process, and return to the City Council with proposed policy amendments, asset reclassifications, modifications to the City Council-Declared Surplus Property List, and property-specific actions as appropriate.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
City Council Special and Regular Meeting Minutes August18, 2026 108. CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 1.12.010 OF
THE SAN CLEMENTE MUNICIPAL CODE TO AUTHORIZE THE PARK
RANGERS TO ENFORCE PROVISIONS OF THE CALIFORNIA FISH AND GAME CODE: AND FINDING THIS ACTION IS EXEMPT FROM THE
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) PURSUANT TO CEQA GUIDELINES SECTIONS 15307, 15308, AND 15321
Motion by Councilmember Enmeier, second by Mayor Pro Tern Knoblock, CARRIED 5-0, to introduce and conduct a first reading of Ordinance No. 1812 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 1.12.01 0(A)(6) OF THE SAN
CLEMENTE MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO PARK RANGER
ENFORCEMENT DUTIES AND FINDING THIS ACTION EXEMPT FROM THE
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) PUSUANT TO CEQA GUIDELINES SECTIONS 15307, 15308, AND 15321.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
10C. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION NO. 26-136, APPROVING THE ARTS AND CULTURE COMMITTEE FY 2026-27 WORK PLAN
Michael Wechsberq, San Clemente, narrated a PowerPoint presentation entitled "A New Amphitheater for San Clemente". A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerk.
Sherman Fowler spoke in support of the Arts and Culture Committee working on the Amphitheater at Forster Ranch Park.
Motion by Councilmember Wu, died for a lack of second, to adopt Resolution No. 26-136 as proposed by the Arts and Culture Committee.
Motion by Mayor Loeffler, second by Councilmember Cabral, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Resolution No. 26-136 with the removal of item No. 3 - Amphitheater Feasibility from the work plan, instead the Arts and Culture Committee can create an ad-hoc committee to support staff efforts concerning the amphitheater.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
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City Council Special and Regular Meeting Minutes August 18, 2026 100. CITY POSITION ON RESOLUTION BEING CONSIDERED BY THE LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES ("CAL CITIES") AT THE 2026 ANNUAL
CONFERENCE
Following discussion, there was City Council consensus to support the proposed resolution at the League of California Cities General Assembly meeting on September 25, 2026 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY
OF THE LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES CALLING FOR A WORKING
GROUP TO CONSIDER A STATE CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT OR
OTHER FORM OF INITIATIVE TO ENSURE FINAL LOCAL AUTHORITY OVER HOUSING AND LAND USE DECISIONS.
11. Consent Calendar
Item 11 D was removed from the Consent Calendar to hear public comments.
Item 11 H was removed from the Consent Calendar for discussion .
A. City Council Minutes
Motion by Mayor Pro Tern Knoblock, second by Councilmember Enmeier, CARRIED 5-0, to:
(1) APPROVE THE CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL AND REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF AUGUST 4, 2026.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
B. Commission/Committee Minutes
Motion by Mayor Pro Tern Knoblock, second by Councilmember Enmeier, CARRIED 5-0, to receive and file:
(1) GOLF COURSE COMMITTEE REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 5, 2026.
(2) INVESTMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES OF APRIL 27, 2026.
(3) INVESTMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF APRIL 27, 2026.
(4) ARTS & CULTURE COMMITTEE REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF APRIL 27, 2026.
(5) GOLF COURSE COMMITTEE REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF MAY 7, 2026.
(6) PLANNING COMMISSION ADJOURNED MEETING MINUTES OF AUGUST 5, 2026.
AYE:
NOE:
Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
None
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C.
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Warrant Register
Motion by Mayor Pro Tern Knoblock, second by Councilmember Enmeier, CARRIED 5-0, to:
(1) APPROVE WIRE TRANSFER NO.
3479 AND WARRANT NOS.
613105 THROUGH 613233, PAID ON
7-31-26, IN THE AMOUNT OF $6,164,972.67
TOTAL WARRANT REGISTER $6, 164,972.67
AYE:
NOE:
Payroll Register
None.
Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
None
11 E. NOTICE OF COMPLETION - FY 2026 MAJOR STREET MAINTENANCE AND FY 2026 PAVEMENT PRESERVATION PROGRAM
Motion by Mayor Pro Tern Knoblock, second by Councilmember Enmeier, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt of Resolution No. 26-137, which will:
1. Accept the FY 2026 Major Street Maintenance and FY 2026 Pavement Preservation Program, CIP Project Nos. 26303 and 26304, from L.C. Paving & Sealing, Inc.
2. Authorize the City Clerk to execute and record the Notice of Completion for the FY 2026 Major Street Maintenance and FY 2026 Pavement Preservation Program, CIP Project Nos. 26303 and 26304.
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, L.C. Paving & Sealing, 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:
NOE:
Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
None
City Council Special and Regular Meeting Minutes August 18, 2026 11F. NOTICE OF COMPLETION - RESERVOIR 12 SITE IMPROVEMENTS Motion by Mayor Pro Tern Knoblock, second by Councilmember Enmeier, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Resolution No. 26-138, which will:
1. Accept the Reservoir 12 Site Improvements, CIP Project No. 23403, from the contractor, GCI Construction, Inc.
2. Authorize the City Clerk to execute and record the Notice of Completion for the construction work related to the Reservoir 12 Site Improvements.
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, GCI Construction, Inc.
4. Authorize the City Clerk to release the performance bond for th is 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
11 G. NOTICE OF COMPLETION - CALLE FRONTERA SEWER LIFT STATION
SOIL STABILIZATION PROJECT
Motion by Mayor Pro Tern Knoblock, second by Councilmember Enmeier, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Resolution No. 26-139, which will:
1. Accept the Calle Frontera Sewer Lift Station Soil Stabilization , CIP Project No. 32201 , from the contractor, Alliance Diversified Enterprises, Inc.
2. Authorize the City Clerk to execute and record the Notice of Completion for the completed Calle Frontera Sewer Lift Station Soil Stabilization .
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, Alliance Diversified Enterprises, 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.
City Council Special and Regular Meeting Minutes August 18, 2026 111. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN EXEMPTION TO
THE CITY'S PURCHASING POLICY, AND AWARDING AN AGREEMENT TO ACE PARKING FOR PARKING ENFORCEMENT SERVICES FOR PHASE 2
OF THE PILOT PROGRAM
Motion by Mayor Pro Tern Knoblock, second by Councilmember Enmeier, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Resolution No. 26-141, which will:
1. Authorize an exemption to the formal solicitation process under Section XI.A.1.2 of City Policy 201-2-1.
2. Award a Professional Services Agreement to Ace Parking Ill, LLC for Phase 2 parking enforcement pilot program services for an initial six-month term in an amount not to exceed $89,700, and authorize the City Manager to extend the agreement on a month-to-month basis, at an amount not to exceed $14,950 per month, for up to six additional months.
3. Approve, and authorize the City Manager to execute, Contract C26-51, by and between the City of San Clemente and Ace Parking Ill, LLC, providing for parking enforcement services, for an initial six-month term, in an amount not to exceed $89,700, approve the City Manager to extend the agreement on a month-to-month basis, in an amount not to exceed $14,950 per month for up to six months.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
11J. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A SUPPLEMENTAL
APPROPRIATION TO FUND TEMPORARY STAFFING RESOURCES IN THE
UTILITIES WASTEWATER COLLECTIONS DIVISION IN THE AMOUNT OF $100,000 TO ADDRESS TEMPORARY STAFFING NEEDS
Motion by Mayor Pro Tern Knoblock, second by Councilmember Enmeier, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Resolution No. 26-142, which will:
1. Approve a supplemental appropriation from the Sewer Fund Reserves to Account 054-473-43890, Other Contractual Services in the amount of $100,000.
2. Allow the Utilities Division to pursue temporary staffing resources and/or a limited-term position in order to maintain the current operations of the Sewer Collection System in a safe, reliable manner consistent with regulatory requirements.
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AYE:
NOE:
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Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
None
11 K. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION NO. 26-143, APPROVING THE GOLF COURSE COMMITTEE FY 2026-27 WORK PLAN
Motion by Mayor Pro Tern Knoblock, second by Councilmember Enmeier, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Resolution No. 26-143, which will approve the Golf Course Committee Fiscal Year 2026-27 Work Plan as proposed.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
11L. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE THE PREPARATION
AND SUBMISSION OF AN APPLICATION FOR A COMMUNITY RESILIENCE CENTERS PROGRAM ROUND 2 PLANNING GRANT
Motion by Mayor Pro Tern Knoblock, second by Councilmember Enmeier, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Resolution No. 26-144, which will:
1. Authorize staff to prepare and submit an application to the California Strategic Growth Council for up to $500,000 in Community Resilience Centers Program Round 2 Planning Grant funds.
2. Affirm the City's commitment to accept the grant funding and comply with grant requirements if the grant is awarded.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR
11D. ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 1811 (SECOND READING) RELATING TO 72-HOUR PARKING RESTRICTIONS AND FINDING THE ORDINANCE NOT
SUBJECT TO THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
Amanda Quintanilla expressed concerns regarding complaints as it relates to false reports that results in towed vehicles.
Barbara Millar, San Clemente, spoke in support of adoption of the proposed Ordinance.
Motion by Councilmember Enmeier, second by Mayor Loeffler, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Ordinance No. 1811 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION
10.28.050 OF THE SAN CLEMENTE MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO
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AYE:
NOE:
Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
None
11 H. CONTRACT AWARD - DRIVING RANGE ERRANT BALL NETTING
EXTENSION AND FINDING THE PROJECT CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT
FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Mayor Pro Tern Knoblock, CARRIED 5-0, to continue this item to the October 6, 2026 City Council meeting.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, Knoblock, Wu and Mayor Loeffler
NOE: None
12. Oral Communications (Part 2)
Tony Rubolino commented on statements made by Councilmember Enmeier; spoke in support of the jet ski event that happened in conjunction with the Ocean Festival.
Mike Kay spoke in support of the Park Rangers being considered first responders.
13. Future Agenda Items
Lifeguard Pay Schedule
Councilmember Cabral, with the support of Mayor Pro Tern Knoblock and Mayor Loeffler, directed the City Manager to take any necessary action to address lifeguard pay.
Media Communications Policy
Councilmember Wu, with the support of Councilmember Enmeier and Mayor Loeffler, agendized for discussion the City's media communications policy.
End of Summer Concert at Forster Ranch Park Amphitheater Mayor Pro Tern Knoblock, with the support of Mayor Loeffler, directed staff to organize an "end of summer" concert/performance at Forster Ranch Park Amphitheater to better determine functionality of the space .
Resolution in Support of Proposition 39
Mayor Pro Tern Knoblock, with the support of Councilmember Cabral, agendized consideration of a resolution in support of Prop. 39.
City Council Special and Regular Meeting Minutes August 18, 2026
14. Reports
A. City Attorney
None.
B. City Manager
Recognized the community and staff for a fun summer and successful events.
15. Adjournment
Motion by Councilmember Enmeier, second by Mayor Loeffler, CARRIED 5-0, to adjourn at 8:21 p.m. The next Regular Meeting will be held on September 1, 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 Ce ente, California
Cl CLERK of the City of
San Clemente, California