Approved: 04/07/2026
SANTA FE
SPRINGS
MINUTES OF THE MARCH 12, 2026 SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Zamora called the meeting to order at 6:04 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Members present: Councilmembers Rounds, Mora, Martin, Mayor Pro Tem Rodriguez, and Mayor Zamora
Members absent: None
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
There was no one wishing to speak during comments.
STAFF COMMUNICATIONS ON ITEMS OF INTEREST - None
PUBLIC HEARING
1. FISCAL YEAR 2026-2027 BUDGET WORKSHOP - DEPARTMENT PRESENTATIONS City Manager, Rene Bobadilla, provided opening remarks, introduced the workshop, and outlined its purpose, emphasizing service to residents, business owners, community organizations, Councilmembers, and staff.
Finance Director, Julio Morales, reviewed the agenda, provided a budget overview, and presented upcoming budget meeting dates.
Assistant City Manager, Nicholas Razo began talking about the City Manager's Office budget, which includes immediate staff, City Clerk, City Attorney, and Human Resources. Mr. Razo highlighted the department's accomplishments for Fiscal Year 2025/26 as well as goals for Fiscal Year 2026/27.
Director of Community Development, Cuong Nguyen talked about the role of the department which oversees planning division, economic development, and housing. He highlighted the department's accomplishments for Fiscal Year 2025/26 as well as the department's goals for Fiscal Year 2026/27.
Director of Finance, Julio Morales introduced his budget team and explained the reassignment of Community Services Department responsibilities between Police Services and Parks and Recreation as part of the transition.
MINUTES OF THE MARCH 12, 2026 SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING Page 2 of 2 Interim Fire Chief, Michael Kozicki, introduced his staff and discussed the department's ISO Class I rating including the department's key initiatives.
Mayor Zamora noted the potential implementation of a new ambulance service, pending funding associated with the passage of Measure L.
Director of James Enriquez provided an overview of Measure SFS and the Street Improvement Program, and discussed projects funded through Measure L for the Building Program and Measure W for stormwater quality.
Director of Police and Community Services, Arlene Salazar, provided an overview of the department's new role, including oversight of the Library and Social Services.
Councilmember Rounds thanked staff for comments, and recognized the positive working relationships shared by city leadership and councilmembers.
Councilmember Mora thanked residents for their attendance and appreciated the detailed reports.
Councilmember Martin thanked everyone for their attendance and commended leadership for thinking outside the box.
Mayor Pro Tem Rodriguez thanked staff and residents, acknowledged upcoming challenges, and expressed optimism that the community will continue to improve and move forward together.
Mayor Zamora invited the public to attend the upcoming budget workshops on April 23 and May 21.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Zamora adjourned the meeting at 8:22 p.m.
ATTEST: Mayor.
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