A G E N D A
MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
Monday, September 14, 2026 ~ 7:00 PM
City Council Chambers
211 Eighth Street
Seal Beach, California
LISA LANDAU
MAYOR
Third District
BEN WONG
MAYOR PRO TEM
Second District
JOE KALMICK
COUNCIL MEMBER
First District
PATTY SENECAL
COUNCIL MEMBER
Fourth District
NATHAN STEELE
COUNCIL MEMBER
Fifth District
This Agenda contains a brief general description of each item to be considered. No action or discussion shall be taken on any item not appearing on the agenda, except as otherwise provided by law. Supporting documents, including agenda staff reports, and any public writings distributed by the City to at least a majority of the Council Members regarding any item on this agenda are available on the City’s website at www.sealbeachca.gov. The City Council meetings are presented in a hybrid format, both in-person at City Hall and virtually via Microsoft Teams at the following link https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/296958473476160? p=KXZXp8fqj7Ep3tCZWp.
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CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
COUNCIL ROLL CALL
PRESENTATIONS / RECOGNITIONS
• Hunger Action Month Proclamation – September 2026
• Citizen-Council Business First Advisory Ad Hoc Committee Update • El Nino Preparation Presentation
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
At this time members of the public may address the Council regarding any items within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council. Pursuant to the Brown Act, the Council cannot discuss or take action on any items not on the agenda unless authorized by law. Matters not on the agenda may, at the Council's discretion, be referred to the City Manager and placed on a future agenda.
Those members of the public wishing to speak are asked to come forward to the microphone and state their name for the record. All speakers will be limited to a period of five (5) minutes. Speakers must address their comments only to the Mayor and entire City Council, and not to any individual, member of the staff or audience. Any documents for review should be presented to the City Clerk for distribution. Speaker cards will be available at the Clerk’s desk for those wishing to sign up to address the Council, although the submission of a speaker card is not required in order to address the Council.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA & WAIVER OF FULL READING OF RESOLUTIONS
ORDINANCES
By motion of the City Council this is the time to notify the public of any changes to the agenda and /or rearrange the order of the agenda.
CITY ATTORNEY REPORT Nicholas Ghirelli, City Attorney
CITY MANAGER REPORT Patrick Gallegos, City Manager
COUNCIL COMMENTS
General Council Member comments and reporting pursuant to AB 1234.
COUNCIL ITEMS
A. 2026 Cal Cities General Assembly Resolution Regarding Local Authority Over Housing and Land Use Decisions - That the City Council provide direction to the City’s voting delegate to support the proposed League of California Cities General Assembly Resolution 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.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Items on the consent calendar are considered to be routine and are enacted by a single motion with the exception of items removed by Council Members.
B. Approval of the City Council Minutes - That the City Council approve the minutes of the Closed Session and Regular City Council Meetings held on August 10, 2026 and the Special Closed Session and Special City Council Meeting held on August 19, 2026.
C. Demand on City Treasury (Fiscal Year 2027) - Ratification.
D. Monthly Investment Report (July 31, 2026) - Receive and file.
E. Report of City Manager and Department Heads Authorized Contracts - That the City Council receive and file the report.
F. City of Seal Beach Biennial Conflict-of-Interest Code Update - That the City Council adopt Resolution 7810 amending the City’s Conflict-of- Interest Code (Code) and acknowledge no changes to the Conflict-of-Interest Codes for the Public Financing Authority (Authority).
G. Amendments to Professional Services Agreements with Michael Baker International Inc. for Updates to Elements of the General Plan - That the City Council adopt Resolution 7811: 1. Approving Amendment 3 to the Professional Services Agreement with Michael Baker International Inc., for Safety and Environmental Justice General Plan Elements, extending the term to December 31, 2027; and, 2. Approving Amendment 1 to the Professional Services Agreement with Michael Baker International Inc., for Open Space, Recreation and Conservation Element, extending the term to December 31, 2027; and, 3. Authorizing the City Manager to execute the Amendments on behalf of the City.
H. Approving and Authorizing Purchasing for the Replacement of City Vehicles and Heavy Equipment - That the City Council adopt Resolution 7812: 1. Authorizing the purchase of four (4) replacement vehicles for the City's fleet from National Auto Fleet Group pursuant to the cooperative purchase contract with Sourcewell, Master Vehicle Contract #081325-NAF, for a not-to-exceed amount of $234,455.81, in accordance with the following breakdown:a) Police Interceptor Utility (PIU) Vehicle Unit #4108 for $62,286.31; and, b) PIU Vehicle Unit #4109 for $62,286.31; and, c) Police Surveillance Unit #4122 for $57,512.89; and, d) Marine Safety Unit #5130 for $52,370.30; and, 2. Authorizing the purchase of Public Works Heavy Equipment Unit #101 for a total cost of $103,558.51, from Stotz Equipment pursuant to the cooperative purchase contract with Sourcewell, Master Vehicle Contract #112624-DAC, in accordance with the purchasing procedures set forth in Seal Beach Municipal Code Section 3.20.025(D); and,
3. Authorizing the purchases and necessary related labor on behalf of the City to Hi-Standard Automotive, LLC, for vehicle upfitting work for the abovereferenced four (4) vehicles pursuant to Seal Beach Municipal Code Section
3.20.025(B) in the not-to-exceed amount of $59,362.54, in accordance with the following breakdown: a) PIU Vehicle Unit #4108 for $19,334.07; and, b) PIU Vehicle Unit #4109 for $19,334.07; and, c) Police Surveillance Unit #4122 for $5,192.06; and, d) Marine Safety Unit #5130 for $8,002.34; and, e) Contingency for $7,500.00; and, 4. Authorizing and directing the City Manager, or designee, to approve purchase orders and any necessary related documents for the vehicle purchases; and, 5. Authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to surplus existing vehicles upon the completion of the new vehicle and equipment purchases and upfitting.
I. Approving and Authorizing a Public Works Agreement for Annual Sand Berm Construction and Removal with Elka Construction, Inc. - That the City Council adopt Resolution 7813: 1. Approving the plans, specifications, and contract documents for the Annual Sand Berm Construction and Removal Project; and, 2. Approving and awarding a Public Works Agreement to Elka Construction, Inc. in the amount of $320,000; waiving all minor bid irregularities; and rejecting all other bids; and, 3. Authorizing and directing the City Manager to execute a Public Works Agreement for construction services to Elka Construction Inc.; and authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to approve additional work requests up to $64,000 (approximately 20%) in connection with the Project; and, 4. Authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, the option to extend the Agreement for up to four (4) additional oneyear terms after its original term.
J. Notice of Completion for the Sewer Pump Station 35 Upgrades, CIP SS1903 - That the City Council adopt Resolution 7814: 1. Accepting the completion of the Sewer Pump Station 35 Upgrades, CIP SS1903, by R.I.C.
Construction Co., Inc. in the amount of $1,460,553.97; and, 2. Directing the City Clerk to file a “Notice of Completion” with the Orange County ClerkRecorder within fifteen (15) days from the date of acceptance and to release retention thirty-five (35) days after recordation of the Notice of Completion contingent upon no claims being filed on the Project.
K. Amending the FY 2026-27 West Orange County Water Board Budget - That the City Council adopt Resolution 7815 amending the FY 2026-27 West Orange County Water Board budget by $4,600,000, returning unexpended funds from the Cathodic Protection Program to member agencies, of which the City’s proportionate agency reimbursement is $657,800.
L. Notice of Completion for the Seal Beach Tennis and Pickleball Center Court Resurfacing and LED Lighting Upgrades, CIP PR2501 - That the City Council adopt Resolution 7816: 1. Accepting the completion of the Seal Beach Tennis and Pickleball Center Court Resurfacing and LED Lighting Upgrades, CIP PR2501 (Project), by KYA Services, LLC (KYA) in the amount of $419,914.81; and, 2. Directing the City Clerk to file a “Notice of Completion” with the Orange County Clerk-Recorder within fifteen (15) days from the date of acceptance and to release retention thirty-five (35) days after recordation of the Notice of Completion contingent upon no claims being filed on the Project.
M. Approve Memoranda of Understanding between the City of Seal Beach and the Seal Beach Supervisors and Professionals Association, MidManagement and Confidential Employees Association, and Marine Safety Management Association for the period of July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2029 - That the City Council: 1. Adopt Resolution 7817 approving the Memoranda of Understanding between the City of Seal Beach and the Seal Beach Supervisors and Professionals Association (SBSPA), the MidManagement and Confidential Employees Association (MMCEA), and the Seal Beach Marine Safety Management Association (SBMSMA) for the period of July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2029; and, 2. Approve Budget Amendment BA # 27-03-01 in the amount of $23,591 for FY 2026-27; and, 3. Authorize the City Manager to execute and implement the Memoranda of Understanding in the form attached hereto.
ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR
PUBLIC HEARING
N. Authorizing Submittal for Grant Funding from the Orange County Enhanced Mobility for Seniors and Individuals with Disability (EMSD) Program That the City Council: 1. Conduct a public hearing to receive input and consider the submittal of a grant application; and, 2. Determine this action is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act; and, 3. Adopt Resolution 7818 authorizing the application for grant funding from the Orange County Enhanced Mobility for Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities (EMSD) Program.
UNFINISHED / CONTINUED BUSINESS – None
NEW BUSINESS
O. Consideration to Approve the California State Water Resources Control Board Construction Installation Sale Agreement No. D2502060 to Finance up to $3,765,411 for the LCWA Watermain Lining – Trenchless Technology Improvements, CIP WT2103 - That the City Council adopt Resolution 7819: 1. Approving the California State Water Resources Control Board Agreement No. D2502060 in the amount of $3,175,000 for the LCWA Watermain Lining – Trenchless Technology Improvements, CIP WT2103; and,
2. Approving an increase to the loan amount up to $3,765,411, if approved by the State Water Board; and, 3. Authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to execute the Agreement; accept, receive, and utilize the Agreement funding on behalf of the City; and submit a Final Budget Approval to the Water Board requesting an increase in the total financing amount to $3,765,411.
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn the City Council to Monday, September 28, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. to meet in closed session, if deemed necessary.
CITY COUNCIL NORMS:
Adopted on June 12, 2023
• Maintain a citywide perspective, while being mindful of our districts. • Move from I to we, and from campaigning to governing. • Work together as a body, modeling teamwork and civility for our community. • Assume good intent.
• Disagree agreeably and professionally.
• Utilize long range plans to provide big picture context that is realistic and achievable. • Stay focused on the topic at hand. Ensure each member of Council has an opportunity to speak.
• Demonstrate respect, consideration, and courtesy to all. • Share information and avoid surprises.
• Keep confidential things confidential.
• Respect the Council/Manager form of government and the roles of each party. • Communicate concerns about staff to the City Manager; do not criticize staff in public.
CIVILITY PRINCIPLES:
Treat everyone courteously;
Listen to others respectfully;
Exercise self-control;
Give open-minded consideration to all viewpoints;
Focus on the issues and avoid personalizing debate; and, Embrace respectful disagreement and dissent as democratic rights, inherent components of an inclusive public process, and tools for forging sound decisions.
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