CITY OF SOLANA BEACH
SOLANA BEACH CITY COUNCIL, SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO
THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY,
& HOUSING AUTHORITY
MINUTES
Joint REGULAR Meeting
May 27, 2026 * 06:00 PM
City Hall / Council Chambers, 636 S. Highway 101, Solana Beach California City Council meetings are video recorded and archived as a permanent record. The vied o. recording captures the complete proceedings of the meeting and is available for viewing on the City's website.
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The City Council shall not begin a new agenda iiteim after 10:30 p.m. unless approved by a majority vote of all members present. SBMC 2.04,370
CITY COUNCIL
Mayor Lesa Heebner.
Deputy Mayor Jill MacDonald - Council District 4
David A. Zito - Council District 1
Jewel Edson - Council District 3
Kristi Becker- Council District 2
Johanna Canlas, City Attorney Alyssa Muto, City Manager Angela Ivey, City Clerk A. CALL TO ORDER AND MULL CALL
Mayor Heebner called the meeting to order at 6:27 p.m,
Present: Lesa Heebner, Jill MacDonald, David A. Zito, Jewel Edson, Kristi Becker
Absent: None
Also A4yssa Muto, City Manager
Present: Johanna. Canlas, City Attorney
Angela Ivey, City Clerk
Urelia DeBraal, Public Works Dir.
Rachel Jacobs, Finance Dir.
B. CLOSED SESSION REPORT
No reportable action.
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C. FLAG SALUTE
D. PROCLAMATIONS/CERTIFICATES 1 ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
• Public Works National Appreciation Week
Presentation to Public Works Staff.
Public Speakers: Seaweeders Cindy Clemons, Jane Morton, and Kathleen Drummond.
E. PRESENTATIONS
• New Fire Chief Bret Davidson introduction
F. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Motion: Moved by Councilmember Zito and second by Councilmember Edson to approve.
Approved 5/0. Ayes: Heebner, MacDonald, Zito, Edson, Becker. Noes: None. Motion carried unanimously.
G. COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS-COMMENTARY
H. STAFF ANNOUNCEMENTS-COMMENTARY
I. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Comments relating to items on this evening's agenda are taken at the time the items are heard This portion of the agenda provides an opportunity for members of the public to address the City Council on items relating to City business and not appearing on today's agenda by submitting a speaker slip (located on the back table) to the City Clerk. Pursuant to the Brown Act, no action shall be taken by the City Council on public comment items.
Council may refer items to the City Manager for placement on a future agenda. The maximum time allotted for each presentation is THREE MINUTES. No donations of time are permitted(SBMC 2,04.190). Please be aware of the timer light on the Council Dais.
Cindi Clemons -- Violence Prevention Week.
J. CONSENT
Items listed on the Consent Calendar are to be acted in a single action of the City Council unless pulled for discussion. Any member of the public may address the City Council on an item of concern by submitting to the City Clerk a speaker slip (located on the back table) before the Consent Calendar is addressed. Those items removed from the Consent Solana Beach City Council Regular Meeting May 27, 2026 Page 2 of 9
Calendar by a member of the Council will be trailed to the end of the agenda, while Consent Calendar items removed by the public will be heard immediately after approval of the Consent Calendar to hear the public speaker.
JA Planning, Communications and Engagement Consulting Recommendation: That the City Council
1. Approve Resolution 2026-065 authorizing the City Manager to execute an amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with Lew Edwards Group for planning, communications and engagement services, increasing the contract by$40,500 for a total not-to-exceed amount of$84,375.
Motion: Moved by Councilmember Edson and second by Councilmember Zito to approve.
Approved 5/0. Ayes: Heebner, MacDonald, Zito, Edson, Becker. Noes: None. Motion carried unanimously.
J.2 Register of Demands
Recommendation: That the City Council
1. Ratify the register of demands for April 18, 2026 - May 01, 2026.
Motion: Moved by Councilmember Edson and second by Councilmember Zito to approve.
Approved 5/0. Ayes: Heebner, MacDonald, Zito, Edson, Becker. Noes: None. Motion carried unanimously.
J.3 Quarterly Investment Report
Recommendation: That the City Council
1. Accepts and files the attached Cash and Investment Report for the quarter ending March 31, 2026.
Motion: Moved by Councilmember Edson and second by Councilmember Zito to approve.
Approved 5/0. Ayes: Heebner, MacDonald, Zito, Edson, Becker. Noes: None. Motion carried unanimously.
J.4 Sewer System Management Plan
Recommendation: That the City Council
1. Adopt Resolution 2026-062 approving updates to the Sewer System Management Plan in accordance with the State Water Resources Control Board Waste Discharge Requirements.
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2. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to submit the approved SSMP to the State Water Resources Control Board and take all actions necessary to maintain compliance with Order No. 2022-0103-DWQ.
Motion: Moved by Councilmember Edson and second by Councilmember Zito to approve.
Approved 5/0. Ayes: Heebner, MacDonald, Zito, Edson, Becker. Noes: None. Motion carried unanimously.
J.6. Audio Visual Services
Recommendation: That the City Council
1. Adopt Resolution 2026-060 authorizing the City Manager to execute a Professional Services Agreement with Western Audio Visual, Inc.
Motion: Moved by Councilmember Edson and second by Councilmember Zito to approve.
Approved 5/0. Ayes: Heebner, MacDonald, Zito, Edson, Becker. Noes: None. Motion carried unanimously.
J.S. Santa Fe Hills HOA Maintenance Improvement District (MID) Recommendation: That the City Council
1. Adopt Resolution 2026-048 authorizing the City Manager to execute a Maintenance Improvement District Agreement with Santa Fe Hills Homeowners' Association, Inc. effective July 1, 2026.
This item was pulled for public comment.
Public Speaker: Vickie Driver
Motion: Moved by Councilmember Zito and second by Councilmember Becker to approve.
Approved 5/0. Ayes. Heebner, MacDonald, Zito, Edson, Becker. Noes: None. Motion carried unanimously.
K. PUBLIC HEARINGS
This portion of the agenda provides an opportunity for the public to comment on a specific item, as required by law and following proper notice. Individuals wishing to speak must submit a speaker slip to the City Clerk (available at the back table). After considering all evidence presented, including written materials and oral testimony, the City Council will render decision supported by written findings based on substantial evidence in the record.
An applicant or the applicant's designee(s) for a private development or business project subject to a public hearing is allotted a total of fifteen (15) minutes to speak, in accordance with SBMC 2.04.210. A portion of this time may be reserved to respond to comments made Solana Beach City Council Regular Meeting May 27, 2026 Page 4 of 9
in opposition. All other speakers should refer to the public comment section at the beginning of the agenda for applicable time limits. Speakers are asked to observe the timer light on the Council Dais.
K.1. Public Hearing: 146 S. Granados Ave., Applicant: Pelly, Application:
MOD26-002/MEC26-001, APN: 298-093-90
The proposed project meets the minimum zoning requirements under the SBMC, may be found to be consistent with the General Plan and may be found, as conditioned, to meet the discretionary findings required as discussed in this report to approve a MEC. Therefore, Staff recommends that the City Council:
1. Conduct the Public Hearing: Open the Public Hearing, Report Council Disclosures, Receive Public Testimony, and Close the Public Hearing.
2. Find the project exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to Section 15303 of the State CEQA Guidelines; and
3. Find that the circumstances that warranted the conditions of approval in 2003, have changed and therefore, remove conditions of approval B.i and B.ii included in Resolution 2003-070.
4. Consider the requisite findings to approve a MEC adopt Resolution 2026-061 for a new fence on the southern property line between 146 and 150 S.
Granados Avenue, Solana Beach.
Mayor Heebner opened the public hearing. Council disclosures.
Presentation made by Corey Andrews, City Planner.
Presentation made by Oliver Pelly, Applicant.
Public Speakers: Gayle Derfus, Amanda Kenny.
Motion: Moved by Councilmember Zito and second by Councilmember Edson to continue the hearing to a date certain of June 10, 2026. Approved 5/0. Ayes: Heebner, MacDonald, Zito, Edson, Becker. Noes: None. Motion carried unanimously.
L. STAFF REPORTS
Submit speaker slips to the City Clerk. All speakers should refer to the public comment section at the beginning of the agenda for time allotments. Please be aware of the timer light on the Council Dais.
L.1. Coastal Project Status Updates
Recommendation: That the City Council
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1. Receive and file the informational updates provided.
Presentation made by Leslea Meyerhoff, consultant, Summit Environmental Group.
Presentation made by Keith Greer, SANDAL.
Presentation made by Gregory Hearn, consultant, Coastal Frontiers.
L.2. Fire Department Update
Recommendation: That the City Council
1. Receive and file the informational staff report update.
Presentation by Fire Chief Bret Davidson.
Mayor Heebner recessed the meeting for a break at 8:53 p.m. and reconvened at 8:57 p.m.
L.3. Lomas Santa Fe Corridor East Improvements Project Recommendation: That the City Council
1. Adopt Resolution 2026-057:
a. Awarding a construction contract to Tri-Group Construction and Development, Inc. in the amount of $6,740,708.00, for the Lomas Santa Fe Corridor East Improvements Project, Bid No. 2026-03, CPFCDSL 5445(008).
b. Approving an amount of $675,000.00 for construction contingency. c. Authorizing the City Manager to execute the construction contract on behalf of the City.
d. Authorizing the City Manager to approve cumulative change orders up to the construction contingency amount.
e. Authorizing the City Treasurer to amend the FY 2025/26 Adopted Budget accordingly.
2. Adopt Resolution 2026-058:
a. Authorizing the City Manager to amend a Professional Services Agreement for an additional two-year term, in an amount not to exceed $t 83,424.00, with Michael Baker International for additional bid construction, and council Support for the Lomas Santa Fe Corridor East Improvements Project, Bid No. 2026-03, CPFCDSL 5445(008).
b. Authorizing the City Treasurer to amend the FY 2025/26 Adopted Budget accordingly.
3. Adopt Resolution 2026-059:
a. Authorizing the City Manager to execute a Professional Services Agreement for a two-year term, in an amount not to exceed Solana Beach City Council Regular Meeting May 27, 2026 Page 6 of 9
$979,812.00, with Kleinfelder Construction Services for Construction Management and Inspection for the Lomas Santa Fe Corridor East Improvements Project, Bid No. 2026-03, CPFCDSL 5445(008). b. Authorizing the City Treasurer to amend the FY 2025/26 Adopted Budget accordingly.
Motion: Moved by Councilmember Edson and second by Deputy Mayor MacDonald to approve.
Approved 5/0. Ayes: Heebner, MacDonald, Zito, Edson, Becker. Noes: None. Motion carried unanimously.
L.4. Climate Action Plan Update
Recommendation: That the City Council
1. Accept the informational update and provide feedback to staff.
Staff presentation made by Nicole Grucky, Sustainability Program Manager.
Council and Staff discussion.
L.S. Work Plan Review
Recommendation: That the City Council
1. Review and discuss the draft FY 2026-2027 Work Plan.
2. Provide direction on potential projects and goals to modify, eliminate or add in the Plan.
Staff presentation made by Dion, Akers, Internal Compliance & Governmental Affairs Manager Council provided comments on the Work Plan.
L.6. Adopt (2nd Reading) Ordinance 543 - Outdoor Dining Ordinance Update Recommendation: That the City Council
1. Adopt Ordinance 543 (2nd Reading) amending Section 17.60.130 Sidewalk Cafes and Outdoor Eating Areas of the Solana Beach Municipal Code.
Motion: Moved by Councilmember Edson and second by Councilmember Zito to approve.
Approved 5/0. Ayes: Heebner, MacDonald, Zito, Edson, Becker. Noes: None. Motion carried unanimously.
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L.7. Adopt (2nd Reading) Ordinance 544 - Speaker Time Donation Recommendation: That the City Council
1. Adopt Ordinance 544 (2nd Reading) amending the Solana Beach Municipal Code removing reference to specific speaker time limits.
Johanna Canlas, City Attorney, provided clarification on the disruption policy.
Motion: Moved by Councilmember Zito and second by Councilmember Edson to approve.
Approved 5/0. Ayes: Heebner, MacDonald, Zito, Edson, Becker. Noes: None. Motion carried unanimously.
Motion: Moved by Councilmember Zito and second by Councilmember Edson to approve proceeding with hearing additional agenda items after 10:30 pm. Approved 5/0. Ayes: Heebner, MacDonald, Zito, Edson, Becker. Noes: None. Motion carried unanimously.
L.$. Adopt (2nd Reading) Ordinance 542 - Accessory Dwelling Unit Ordinance Update
Recommendation: That the City Council
1. Adopt Ordinance 542 (2"d Reading) amending the City's Accessory Dwelling Unit regulations.
Motion: Moved by Councilmember Edson and second by Councilmember Becker to approve.
Approved 5/0. Ayes: Heebner, MacDonald, Zito, Edson, Becker. Noes: None. Motion carried unanimously.
M. LEGISLATIVE POLICY AND CORRESPONDENCE
City Correspondence on proposed and existing state and federal laws.
N. WORK PLAN COMMENTS
Council comments on Work Plan status, needs, edits, etc. that were not discussed on prior items. The Work Plan was last adopted June 18, 2025.
O. COMPENSATION & REIMBURSEMENT DISCLOSURE
GC:Article 2.3. Compensation: 53232.3. (a) Reimbursable expenses shall include, but not be limited to, meals, lodging, and travel. 53232.3 (d) Members of a legislative body shall provide brief reports on meetings attended at the expense of the local agency "City"at the next regular meeting of the legislative body.
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P. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS
Regional Appointed Committees I Standing Committees. Citizen Commissions
0. ADJOURN
Mayer Heebner adjourned the meeting at 10:28 p.m.
Approved: July 1, 2026 Angela
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