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CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2026, 6:00 P.M.
HYBRID MEETING
City Hall, Council Chambers
311 Second Street, San Juan Bautista, California
AGENDA
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1. CALL TO ORDER
A. Pledge of Allegiance
B. Roll Call
2. CLOSED SESSION 5:00 P.M. – 6:00 P.M.
Receive public communication from the audience on Closed Session items. The City Council will recess to closed session pursuant to:
a. Conference with Legal Counsel—Existing Litigation – Orozco v. City of San Juan Bautista et al. (California Government Code section 54956.9(d)(1)) b. Conference with Legal Counsel—Anticipated Litigation – Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to paragraph (2) or (3) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9(e)(2): (2 cases) c. Public Employee Performance Evaluation – (California Government Code section §54956.7(b)(1)) – the City Attorney.
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3. PROCLAMATION / COMMENDATION
A. Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, September 2026
4. PUBLIC COMMENT
Public comments generally are limited to three minutes per speaker on items that are not on the agenda and are under the City’s subject matter jurisdiction. The Mayor may further limit the time for public comments depending on the agenda schedule.
5. PUBLIC HEARING
A. Introduce an Ordinance Amending Chapter 11 of the San Juan Bautista Municipal Code pertaining to the Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) and Junior Accessory Dwelling Unit (JADU)
Recommendation: Hold a Public Hearing to consider adoption of an ordinance amending Section 11-02- 050 (Zoning Districts), Chapter 11-04.5 (Accessory Dwelling Units), and Chapter 11- 29 (Definitions) of Title 11 of the San Juan Bautista Municipal Code pertaining to accessory dwelling unit (ADU) and junior accessory dwelling unit (JADU).
6. CONSENT
All matters listed under the San Juan Bautista City Council Consent Agenda may be enacted by one motion unless a member of the City Council or the public requests a separate vote.
A. Approve the Affidavit of Posting Agenda
B. Waive Reading of Resolutions and Ordinances on the Agenda Beyond Title C. Treasurer’s Report and Monthly Financial Statements
Recommendation: Accept the financial report for July 2026.
D. Conflict of Interest Code - Biennial Review
Recommendation: Approve a RESOLUTION approving amendments to Appendix B (Designated Positions) of the City's Conflict of Interest Code following the required biennial review.
E. Approval of Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement with Robert D.
Niehaus, Inc. for Water Rate Study.
Recommendation: Approve A RESOLUTION authorizing Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement with Robert D. Niehaus, Inc. (RDN) to add a concurrent Water Rate Study for a firm-fixed amount of $29,860, increasing the total agreement amount from $28,320 to $58,180, and authorize the City Manager to execute the amendment subject to approval as to form by the City Attorney and incorporation of RDN's written scope clarification.
F. Approval of Updated Agreement with Ridgeline Municipal Strategies, LLC for Municipal Advisory and Consulting Services Related to Water and Wastewater System Compliance Projects.
Recommendation: Approve a RESOLUTION approving the updated Agreement for Municipal Advisory and Consulting Services with Ridgeline Municipal Strategies, LLC through June 30, 2028, and authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement, subject to completion of the Task 1 not-to-exceed budget in Exhibit B and availability of budgeted funds.
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G. Authorize Reimbursement to the San Benito County Water District for Water Supply Plan Cost
Recommendation: Approve a RESOLUTION authorizing reimbursement to the San Benito County Water District in the amount of $234,914.70 for costs incurred in support of the San Juan Bautista Water Supply Plan and authorizing the City Manager or designee to process payment following final verification of funding eligibility and accounting requirements
H. Día de los Muertos Procession Rolling Street Closures Recommendation: Approve a RESOLUTION authorizing temporary rolling street closures on November 2, 2026, for the Día de los Muertos Procession.
I. Consideration of City Co-Sponsorship and Fee Waiver for the 2026 Día de los Muertos Procession
Recommendation: Approve a RESOLUTION designating the 2026 Día De Los Muertos Procession as a city co-sponsored event and approving a waiver of permit fees and City costs associated with the event in the amount of $2,413.19.
J. Temporary Street Closure for a California State Parks Event (Vertigo Movie Showing) Recommendation: Approve a RESOLUTION to authorize the temporary closure of Second Street between Mariposa Street and Washington Street on September 26, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., in connection with Encroachment Permit Application ENC314, subject to the conditions set forth in the Resolution.
K. Consideration of City Co-Sponsorship and Fee Waiver for the California State Parks Vertigo Movie (ENC314)
Recommendation: Approve a RESOLUTION designating the California State Parks Vertigo Screening event as a city co-sponsored event and approving a waiver of permit fees and City costs associated with Encroachment Permit Application ENC314 in the amount of $770.39
L. Digital Communication and Social Media Policy
Recommendation: Approve a RESOLUTION repealing Resolution No. 2017-23 and adopting the City of San Juan Bautista’s updated Digital Communications and Social Media Policy M. Authorization to Issue a Request for Proposals for City Attorney and Municipal Legal Services
Recommendation: Approve a RESOLUTION authorizing issuance of a Request for Proposals (RFP) for City Attorney and Municipal Legal Services; directing staff to conduct a qualifications-based, best-value evaluation of proposals and present the results and ranking to the City Council; and providing for finalist interviews by the full City Council prior to final selection, appointment, and contract approval.
N. Accept The Alameda Hwy 156 Right Turn Lane Retaining Wall CIP Project 20.03 Completed by L.
Loduca Co.
Recommendation: Approve a RESOLUTION accepting the Alameda/Highway 156 Right-Hand Turn Lane Retaining Wall Improvements Project as complete; and release the retention and applicable construction bonds in accordance with legal requirements.
O. Authorize the City Manager and/or Designee to Conduct AB 52 and SB 18 Tribal Consultation
Recommendation: Approve a RESOLUTION authorizing the City Manager, and/or designee, to initiate, conduct, coordinate, and conclude consultation with California Native American tribes Page | 4 City Council September 15, 2026
on behalf of the City of San Juan Bautista pursuant to Assembly Bill 52 (AB 52) and Senate Bill 18 (SB 18), as applicable to City projects and land use actions.
P. Public Safety Update
Recommendation: Receive an Update on the Monthly Public Safety statistics for June and August 2026 Q. Public Works, Library and Recreation Department Update Recommendation: Receive an Update for August 2026.
R. Community Development Department Update
Recommendation: Receive an Update for August 2026.
S. Minutes
Recommendation: Approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of May 19, 2026; Special Meeting Minutes of May 26, 2026; Special Meeting Minutes of June 16, 2026; Special Meeting Minutes of August 11, 2026; and Regular Meeting Minutes of August 18, 2026.
7. ACTION
A. League of California Cities (LCC) Voting Delegate
Recommendation: Delegate a Voting Delegate and Alternate for the League of California Cities Annual Conference and Expo, September 23-25, 2026.
B. Approval of Amendment No. 1 to Engagement Agreement with Kennedy, Archer & Giffen, P.C, for City Attorney and Municipal Legal Services Recommendation: Approve a resolution approving the First Amendment to the Engagement Agreement with Kennedy, Archer & Giffen, P.C. for City Attorney and municipal legal services and authorizing the City Manager to execute the amendment on behalf of the City.
C. Discuss and Provide Direction on the Proposed Chapter 9-5 Mobile Food Facilities and Sidewalk Vending Ordinance
Recommendation: Review and discuss the proposed Chapter 9-5 Mobile Food Facilities and Sidewalk Vending Ordinance and provide direction to staff on policy and drafting revisions identified by the City Council at its June 16, 2026, meeting.
8. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS AND REPORTS
A. City Manager’s Report
B. Reports from City Council Representatives to Regional Organizations and Committees C. City Council Announcements
This is an opportunity for the Council to share the community calendar and announce upcoming dates of interest to the public.
9. ADJOURNMENT
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Elizabeth Soto, City Clerk
AGENDA MATERIAL / ADDENDUM
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Any addenda will be posted not later than 72 hours before regular meetings or 24 hours before special meetings unless otherwise allowed under the Brown Act. City Council reports may be viewed at the City of San Juan Bautista City Hall at 311 Second Street, San Juan Bautista, and are posted on the City website www.san-juanbautistaca.gov subject to Staff’s ability to post the documents before the meeting, or City Clerk Elizabeth Soto at [email protected] or calling (831) 623-4661 during normal business hours.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Govt. Code 54953(a), the City will make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting. If you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk at least 48 hours prior to the meeting at (831) 623-4661 or (831) 453-8992.
If you challenge any planning or land use decision made at this meeting in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing held at this meeting, or in written correspondence delivered to the City Council at, or prior to, the public hearing. Please take notice that the time within which to seek judicial review of any final administrative determination reached at this meeting is governed by Section 1094.6 of the California Code of Civil Procedure.
A Closed Session may be called during this meeting pursuant to Government Code §54956.9 (d)(2) if a point has been reached where, in the opinion of the legislative body of the City on the advice of its legal counsel, based on existing facts and circumstances, there is a significant exposure to litigation against the City.
PUBLIC COMMENT PROCEDURES
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SUBMISSION OF PUBLIC COMMENTS
Written comments may be submitted via mail to the City Clerk at City Hall (P.O. Box 1420, San Juan Bautista, CA 95045) or emailed to [email protected] no later than 3:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting. Written comments will be read into the record provided that the reading does not exceed three (3) minutes.
PUBLIC NOTIFICATION
This agenda was posted on Friday, August 14, 2026, on the bulletin board at City Hall, 311 Second Street; the bulletin board at the City Library, 801 Second Street; the bulletin board at the entrance to the United States Post Office, 301 The Alameda; and the City’s website. Meetings are streamed live on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@cityofsanjuanbautista4658.