Carpinteria, CA
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CarpinteriaCA averageUS Census ACS
Typical home value $1,557,799 +8.2% yr/yr · +43.8% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
👤 Members & officials (3)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the Carpinteria Open Space Management Advisory Board
- David Allen
- Jon Lewis
- Ted Rhodes
Development activity
Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
202520 housing units ($4.0M)
🗳️ Election results (3 races)
Local election returns — winner marked ✓.
City Council District 2 2024-11-05
Wade Nomura ✓ 1,114 · Julia Mayer ✓ 1,106 · Natalia Alarcon ✓ 723 · Adriana Gonz Lez-Smith 523
City Council District 1 2022-11-08
Roy Lee ✓ 891 · Al Clark ✓ 555 · Mónica Solórzano ✓ 520 · Gregg A. Carty 344 · Patrick O'Connor 105
City Council 2020-11-03
Wade Nomura ✓ 4,687 · Natalia Alarcon ✓ 4,255 · Mark McIntire 1,308
🗳️ Ballot measures (2)
Propositions decided directly by voters.
Measure B
2024-11-05 · Passed — 4,673 yes / 1,512 no
Measure T
2022-11-08 · Failed — 2,490 yes / 2,573 no
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Mon Aug 31, 2026 · 16:45
City Council
Veterans Memorial Building, Carpinteria
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City of Carpinteria
Special City Council Meeting (State of the City & Town Hall)
Agenda
Monday, August 31, 2026
Veterans Memorial Building, 941 Walnut Avenue, Carpinteria, CA 93013
4:45 p.m. Special Meeting
In-Person Participation
Attendance/Viewing Options:
• Attend the in-person meeting at the Veterans Memorial Building (941 Walnut
Avenue).
• View the meeting live through the City’s website (https://carpinteriaca.gov/city-
hall/agendas-meetings/).
• View the meeting on Government Access Television Channel 21 (broadcast live
and rebroadcast on the Wednesday and the Saturday following the meeting at 8:00
p.m. and 5:00 p.m., respectively).
• Call 669-900-9128 (and enter Webinar ID 849 5178 9727) to listen to the meeting.
• Join the City’s Zoom webinar by CLICKING HERE. Alternatively, you can join the
Zoom webinar by logging on to www.zoom.us, downloading the application,
selecting “Join Meeting”, and entering Webinar ID 849 5178 9727.
• Spanish interpretation will be available at the in-person meeting and through the
City’s Zoom webinar.
Public Comments
• Provide a live public comment during the in-person meeting at the Veterans
Memorial Building (941 Walnut Avenue). For this meeting, public comment will
be limited to 1 (one) minute per speaker.
• Though this meeting is viewable through the City’s Zoom webinar, public
comment via Zoom will not be available for this meeting.
• Submit a written comment (as either a general public comment or on a …
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Mon Sep 7, 2026 · 15:30
Library Advisory Committee
Library Advisory Commission meeting rescheduled to Sept 21
The Library Advisory Commission's regular meeting originally scheduled for September 7, 2026, has been rescheduled to September 21, 2026, at 3:30 pm due to the Labor Day holiday. The agenda contains only this rescheduling notice and no other business items.
- Meeting rescheduled from September 7 to September 21, 2026
- Meeting time remains 3:30 pm
- Location: Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Avenue
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Carpinteria Community Library, Carpinteria
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CITY OF CARPINTERIA
Carpinteria Community Library
5141 Carpinteria Avenue
Carpinteria, CA 93013
____________________________________________________
NOTICE OF RESCHEDULED MEETING
LIBRARY ADVISORY COMMISSION
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the regular meeting of the Library
Advisory Commission scheduled for September 7, 2026 at 3:30 pm has
been rescheduled due to the Labor Day Holiday to Monday, September 21,
2026 at 3:30 pm.
___________________________
Brian C. Barrett
City Clerk
___________________________
Date Posted
August 10, 2026
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 17:30
Planning Commission
Council Chamber, Carpinteria
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Council Chamber, Carpinteria
Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 15:00
Carpinteria Open Space Management Advisory Board
Council Chamber, Carpinteria
Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 17:30
Architectural Review Board
Council Chamber, Carpinteria
Thu Sep 24, 2026 · 16:00
Finance Committee
Council Meeting Room, Carpinteria
Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Council Chamber, Carpinteria
Thu Oct 1, 2026 · 17:30
Architectural Review Board
Council Chamber, Carpinteria
Thu Oct 1, 2026 · 08:30
Downtown "T" Business Advisory Board
Council Chamber, Carpinteria
Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 15:30
Library Advisory Committee
Carpinteria Community Library, Carpinteria
Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 17:30
Planning Commission
Council Chamber, Carpinteria
Mon Oct 12, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Council Chamber, Carpinteria
Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 17:30
Architectural Review Board
Council Chamber, Carpinteria
Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 15:00
Carpinteria Open Space Management Advisory Board
Council Chamber, Carpinteria
Thu Oct 22, 2026 · 16:00
Finance Committee
Council Meeting Room, Carpinteria
Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Council Chamber, Carpinteria
Thu Oct 29, 2026 · 17:30
Architectural Review Board
Council Chamber, Carpinteria
Mon Nov 2, 2026 · 15:30
Library Advisory Committee
Carpinteria Community Library, Carpinteria
Mon Nov 2, 2026 · 17:30
Planning Commission
Council Chamber, Carpinteria
Mon Nov 9, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Council Chamber, Carpinteria
Thu Nov 12, 2026 · 17:30
Architectural Review Board
Council Chamber, Carpinteria
Thu Nov 19, 2026 · 15:00
Carpinteria Open Space Management Advisory Board
Council Chamber, Carpinteria
Mon Nov 23, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Council Chamber, Carpinteria
Thu Nov 26, 2026 · 16:00
Finance Committee
Council Meeting Room, Carpinteria
Thu Dec 3, 2026 · 08:30
Downtown "T" Business Advisory Board
Council Chamber, Carpinteria
Mon Dec 7, 2026 · 15:30
Library Advisory Committee
Carpinteria Community Library, Carpinteria
Mon Dec 7, 2026 · 17:30
Planning Commission
Council Chamber, Carpinteria
Thu Dec 10, 2026 · 17:30
Architectural Review Board
Council Chamber, Carpinteria
Mon Dec 14, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Council Chamber, Carpinteria
Thu Dec 17, 2026 · 15:00
Carpinteria Open Space Management Advisory Board
Council Chamber, Carpinteria
Thu Dec 24, 2026 · 16:00
Finance Committee
Council Meeting Room, Carpinteria
Mon Dec 28, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
City Council meeting for December 28, 2026 cancelled
The regular meeting of the City Council scheduled for December 28, 2026 has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 11, 2027.
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Council Chamber, Carpinteria
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City of Carpinteria
5775 Carpinteria Avenue
Carpinteria, CA 93013
Notice of Cancelled Meeting
City Council
Notice is hereby given that the regular meeting of the City Council scheduled
for December 28, 2026 has been cancelled.
The next regular meeting of the City Council is scheduled for January 11, 2027.
Brian C. Barrett, MMC, CPMC
City Clerk
February 27, 2026
Date Posted
Mon Jan 4, 2027 · 15:30
Library Advisory Committee
Carpinteria Community Library, Carpinteria
Mon Jan 4, 2027 · 17:30
Planning Commission
Council Chamber, Carpinteria
Thu Jan 7, 2027 · 08:30
Downtown "T" Business Advisory Board
Council Chamber, Carpinteria
Mon Jan 11, 2027 · 17:30
City Council
Council Chamber, Carpinteria
Thu Jan 14, 2027 · 17:30
Architectural Review Board
Council Chamber, Carpinteria
Thu Jan 21, 2027 · 15:00
Carpinteria Open Space Management Advisory Board
Council Chamber, Carpinteria
Mon Jan 25, 2027 · 17:30
City Council
Council Chamber, Carpinteria
Thu Jan 28, 2027 · 16:00
Finance Committee
Council Meeting Room, Carpinteria
Thu Jan 28, 2027 · 17:30
Architectural Review Board
Council Chamber, Carpinteria
Mon Feb 1, 2027 · 17:30
Planning Commission
Council Chamber, Carpinteria
Mon Feb 1, 2027 · 15:30
Library Advisory Committee
Carpinteria Community Library, Carpinteria
Thu Feb 4, 2027 · 08:30
Downtown "T" Business Advisory Board
Council Chamber, Carpinteria
Thu Feb 25, 2027 · 16:00
Finance Committee
Council Meeting Room, Carpinteria
Thu Mar 25, 2027 · 16:00
Finance Committee
Council Meeting Room, Carpinteria
Recent meetings
Thu Aug 27, 2026 · 17:30
Architectural Review Board
ARB to review lot split and new home at 5533 Callejon Drive
The Architectural Review Board will hold a conceptual review of a proposal to subdivide a 19,098-square-foot lot into two lots and build a new two-story residence, along with remodeling the existing home. The board will also consider approving minutes from two prior meetings. Public comments are invited.
- Lot split of 19,098 sq ft into 12,097 sq ft and 7,001 sq ft at 5533 Callejon Drive
- Remodel of existing 4,133 sq ft two-story residence
- Construction of new 2,800 sq ft two-story residence on proposed 7,001 sq ft lot
- Approve minutes of February 12, 2026 and July 16, 2026 meetings
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Council Chamber, Carpinteria
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City of Carpinteria
Architectural Review Board Agenda
Thursday, August 27, 2026
Council Chamber, 5775 Carpinteria Avenue,
Carpinteria, CA 93013
5:30 PM Regular Meeting
In-Person and Virtual Participation Options
Attendance/Viewing Options:
• Attend the in-person meeting in City Council Chambers at City Hall (5775 Carpinteria Ave.)
• View the meeting live through the City’s website (https://carpinteriaca.gov/city-hall/agendas-
meetings/).
• View the meeting on Government Access Television Channel 21 (broadcast live).
• Call 669-900-9128 (and enter Webinar ID 847 8623 3577) to listen to the meeting.
• Join the City’s Zoom webinar by clicking here. Alternatively, you can join the Zoom webinar
by logging on to www.zoom.us, downloading the application, selecting "Join Meeting", and
entering Webinar ID 847 8623 3577.
How to Provide Public Comments
• Provide a live public comment in City Council Chambers at City Hall (5775 Carpinteria Ave.).
Please note the City has the discretion to limit the speaker's time for any meeting or agenda
matter. Typically, the practice has been three minutes per speaker on each item.
• Provide a live comment through the City’s Zoom webinar platform (through the link provided
above). To make public comments through this platform, please use the “raise your hand”
feature to notify staff that you would like to make a public comment during designated public
comment times. Once it is your turn to provide a public comment, staff …
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Thu Aug 27, 2026 · 16:00
Finance Committee
Carpinteria Finance Committee to review July 2026 report and bridge financing
The Carpinteria Finance Committee will hold a regular meeting to discuss the preliminary monthly finance report for July 2026, financing for the Carpinteria Avenue Bridge, and the FY 2026/27 budget. Public comments are invited, with a 3-minute limit per speaker.
- Monthly Finance Report - July 2026 Preliminary
- Carpinteria Avenue Bridge Financing
- Budget Discussion FY 2026/27
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Council Meeting Room, Carpinteria
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City of Carpinteria
Finance Committee Agenda
Thursday, August 27, 2026
Council Meeting Room, 5775 Carpinteria Avenue,
Carpinteria, CA 93013
4:00 PM Regular Meeting
Attendance/Viewing Options:
• Attend the in-person meeting in the Council Meeting Room at City Hall (5775 Carpinteria
Ave.)
How to Provide Public Comments
• Provide a live public comment in the Council Meeting Room at City Hall (5775 Carpinteria
Ave.). Please note the City has the discretion to limit the speaker's time for any meeting or
agenda matter. Typically, the practice has been 3 minutes per speaker on each item.
• Submit a written comment (as either a general public comment or on a specific agenda item)
to be distributed to Finance Committee by 3 hours before the meeting begins by either
submitting your comment via (1) email to PublicComment@carpinteriaca.gov, or (2) follow
this link (https://carpinteriaca.gov/city-hall/agendas-meetings), select the meeting you want to
provide a comment on, and click the Submit Comments button located on the left hand side
of the agenda portal. Please reference the agenda item to which your comment pertains.
Note that written comments will not be read into the record during the meeting.
Call to Order
Roll Call
Public Comment
This is the time for public comments on matters not otherwise on the agenda, but within the
subject matter jurisdiction of the Finance Committee.
Monthly Finance Report - July 2026 Preliminary
Carpinteria Avenue Brid …
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Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Council to vote on $719,640 landscape contract, trash bin purchase, and naming policies
The Carpinteria City Council will hold a regular meeting on August 24, 2026, starting with a closed session on anticipated litigation. The main agenda includes several consent calendar items requiring roll call votes, such as purchasing 30 trash receptacles for $85,749.21 and a $719,640 landscape maintenance agreement, plus resolutions on naming and sponsorship policies.
- Purchase of 30 trash receptacles from Forms+Surfaces for $85,749.21
- Landscape maintenance agreement with Showscapes Inc. for $719,640
- Amendment to Dudek agreement for Rincon Multi-Use Trail CEQA, total $252,818
- Resolution to name City-owned property (APN 001-180-062) the Vera Bensen Bioswale
- Proclamations for California Coastal Act 50th anniversary and Senior Citizens Day
Council Chamber, Carpinteria
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City of Carpinteria
City Council Agenda
Monday, August 24, 2026
Council Chamber, 5775 Carpinteria Avenue,
Carpinteria, CA 93013
4:00 p.m. Closed Session - 5:30 p.m. Regular Meeting
5:30 PM Regular Meeting
In-Person and Virtual Participation Options
Attendance/Viewing Options:
• Attend the in-person meeting in City Council Chambers at City Hall (5775 Carpinteria Ave.)
• View the meeting live through the City’s website (https://carpinteriaca.gov/city-hall/agendas-
meetings/).
• View the meeting on Government Access Television Channel 21 (broadcast live and
rebroadcast on the Wednesday and the Saturday following the meeting at 8:00 p.m.and 5:00
p.m., respectively).
• Call 669-900-9128 (and enter Webinar ID 889 0390 2262) to listen to the meeting.
• Join the City’s Zoom webinar by clicking here. Alternatively, you can join the Zoom webinar
by logging on to www.zoom.us, downloading the application, selecting "Join Meeting", and
entering Webinar ID 889 0390 2262.
• Spanish interpretation will be available at the in-person meeting and through the City's Zoom
webinar.
How to Provide Public Comments
• Provide a live public comment in City Council Chambers at City Hall (5775 Carpinteria Ave.).
• Provide a live comment through the City’s Zoom webinar platform (through the link provided
above). To make public comments through this platform please use the“raise your hand”
feature to notify staff that you would like to make a public comment during designate …
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Thu Aug 20, 2026 · 15:00
Carpinteria Open Space Management Advisory Board
Board reviews Bluffs project updates and upcoming Farmer Parcel naming
The Carpinteria Open Space Management Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to approve previous minutes and discuss updates on open space projects. The agenda includes status reports on the Rincon Gateway, Bluffs II, and Bluffs III/Rincon Bluffs projects. It also covers ongoing action items such as a field guide for Showscapes and a map of the Bluffs, with no specific dollar amounts or new ordinances listed.
- Approval of minutes from the July 23, 2026 meeting
- Farmer Parcel naming scheduled for Council on August 24, 2026
- Status updates on Rincon Gateway, Bluffs II, and Bluffs III/Rincon Bluffs projects
- Discussion of ongoing action items including a Showscapes field guide and Bluffs map
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Council Chamber, Carpinteria
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City of Carpinteria
Carpinteria Open Space Management Advisory Board Agenda
Thursday, August 20, 2026
Council Chamber, 5775 Carpinteria Avenue,
Carpinteria, CA 93013
3:00 PM Regular Meeting
Attendance/Viewing Options:
• Attend the in-person meeting in City Council Chambers at City Hall (5775 Carpinteria Ave.)
How to Provide Public Comments
• Provide a live public comment in City Council Chambers at City Hall (5775 Carpinteria Ave.).
Please note the City has the discretion to limit the speaker's time for any meeting or agenda
matter. Typically, the practice has been 3 minutes per speaker on each item.
• Submit a written comment (as either a general public comment or on a specific agenda item)
to be distributed to Carpinteria Open Space Management Advisory Board by 3 hours before
the meeting begins by either submitting your comment via (1) email to
PublicComment@carpinteriaca.gov, or (2) follow this link (https://carpinteriaca.gov/city-
hall/agendas-meetings), select the meeting you want to provide a comment on, and click the
Submit Comments button located on the left hand side of the agenda portal. Please
reference the agenda item to which your comment pertains. Note that written comments will
not be read into the record during the meeting.
Call to Order
Roll Call
Public Comment
This is the time for public comments on matters not otherwise on the agenda, but within the
subject matter jurisdiction of the Carpinteria Open Space Management Adviso …
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Thu Aug 13, 2026 · 17:30
Architectural Review Board
Architectural Review Board meeting cancelled for lack of business
The regular Architectural Review Board meeting scheduled for August 13, 2026, has been cancelled due to a lack of business. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 27, 2026. This notice is procedural only and contains no items for discussion or decision.
- Meeting cancelled due to lack of business
- Next regular meeting scheduled for August 27, 2026
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Council Chamber, Carpinteria
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City of Carpinteria
5775 Carpinteria Avenue
Carpinteria, CA 93013
Notice of Cancelled Meeting
Architectural Review Board
Notice is hereby given that the regular meeting of the Architectural Review
Board scheduled for August 13, 2026 has been cancelled due to a lack of
business.
The next regular meeting of the Architectural Review Board is scheduled for
August 27, 2026.
If you have any questions, contact Lorena Esparza at (805) 755-4410.
Nick Bobroff, Director
Community Development Department
August 6, 2026
Date Posted
Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 15:00
Public Engagement Committee
Committee to review digital outreach and plan State of the City event
The Public Engagement Committee will discuss a Digital Outreach Report covering April through June 2026 and plan the State of the City/Local Address & Town Hall event. Committee members will also present future projects and events. The meeting is a special session open to public comment.
- Digital Outreach Report (April–June 2026)
- State of the City/Local Address & Town Hall planning and discussion
- Future projects and events presented by committee members
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Council Chamber, Carpinteria
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City of Carpinteria
Public Engagement Committee Agenda
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
Council Chamber, 5775 Carpinteria Avenue,
Carpinteria, CA 93013
3:00 PM Special Meeting
Attendance/Viewing Options:
• Attend the in-person meeting in the Council Chamber at City Hall (5775 Carpinteria Ave.)
How to Provide Public Comments
• Provide a live public comment in the Council Chamber at City Hall (5775 Carpinteria Ave.).
Please note the City has the discretion to limit the speaker's time for any meeting or agenda
matter. Typically, the practice has been 3 minutes per speaker on each item.
• Submit a written comment (as either a general public comment or on a specific agenda item)
to be distributed to Public Engagement Committee by 3 hours before the meeting begins by
either submitting your comment via (1) email to PublicComment@carpinteriaca.gov, or (2)
follow this link (https://carpinteriaca.gov/city-hall/agendas-meetings), select the meeting you
want to provide a comment on, and click the Submit Comments button located on the left
hand side of the agenda portal. Please reference the agenda item to which your comment
pertains. Note that written comments will not be read into the record during the meeting.
Call to Order
Roll Call
Public Comment
This is the time for public comments on matters not otherwise on the agenda, but within the
subject matter jurisdiction of the Public Engagement Committee.
Business Matters
1. Digital Outreach Report (April thro …
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Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 14:00
General
Carpinteria committee to review digital outreach, plan State of the City event
The Carpinteria Public Engagement Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss three business items: a digital outreach report covering April through June 2026, planning for the State of the City/Local Address and Town Hall event, and future projects and events proposed by committee members. Public comments can be made in person or submitted in writing before the meeting.
- Digital Outreach Report (April through June 2026)
- State of the City/Local Address & Town Hall Planning and Discussion
- Future Projects and Events Presented by Committee Members
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City of Carpinteria
Public Engagement Committee Agenda
Monday, August 10, 2026
Council Chamber, 5775 Carpinteria Avenue,
Carpinteria, CA 93013
2:00 PM Special Meeting
Attendance/Viewing Options:
• Attend the in-person meeting in the Council Chamber at City Hall (5775 Carpinteria Ave.)
How to Provide Public Comments
• Provide a live public comment in the Council Chamber at City Hall (5775 Carpinteria Ave.).
Please note the City has the discretion to limit the speaker's time for any meeting or agenda
matter. Typically, the practice has been 3 minutes per speaker on each item.
• Submit a written comment (as either a general public comment or on a specific agenda item)
to be distributed to Public Engagement Committee by 3 hours before the meeting begins by
either submitting your comment via (1) email to PublicComment@carpinteriaca.gov, or (2)
follow this link (https://carpinteriaca.gov/city-hall/agendas-meetings), select the meeting you
want to provide a comment on, and click the Submit Comments button located on the left
hand side of the agenda portal. Please reference the agenda item to which your comment
pertains. Note that written comments will not be read into the record during the meeting.
Call to Order
Roll Call
Public Comment
This is the time for public comments on matters not otherwise on the agenda, but within the
subject matter jurisdiction of the Public Engagement Committee.
Business Matters
1. Digital Outreach Report (April throu …
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Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Carpinteria City Council meeting cancelled for August 10, 2026
The regular City Council meeting scheduled for August 10, 2026 has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 24, 2026.
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Council Chamber, Carpinteria
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City of Carpinteria
5775 Carpinteria Avenue
Carpinteria, CA 93013
Notice of Cancelled Meeting
City Council
Notice is hereby given that the regular meeting of the City Council scheduled
for August 10, 2026 has been cancelled.
The next regular meeting of the City Council is scheduled for August 24, 2026.
Brian C. Barrett, MMC, CPMC
City Clerk
February 27, 2026
Date Posted
Thu Aug 6, 2026 · 08:30
Downtown "T" Business Advisory Board
Downtown T Holiday Lights Program planning for 2026-2027
The Downtown T Business Advisory Board will discuss and provide direction on the 2026-2027 Holiday Lights Program, receive updates on the Downtown T map project including a proposed large-format map installation at 5th Street and Linden Avenue, and hear about combining City Business License and PBIA assessment fee billing. The board will also receive a staff update on pending business permits and new business activity.
- Discuss and provide direction on planning for the 2026-2027 Downtown T Holiday Lights Program
- Receive updates on the Downtown T map brochure and proposed large-format map installation at 5th Street and Linden Avenue
- Receive update on consolidating City Business License and Property-Based Improvement Area (PBIA) annual assessment fee billing
- Receive staff update on pending business permit applications and new business activity within the Downtown T
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Council Chamber, Carpinteria
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City of Carpinteria
Downtown "T" Business Advisory Board Agenda
Thursday, August 6, 2026
Council Chamber, 5775 Carpinteria Avenue,
Carpinteria, CA 93013
8:30 AM Regular Meeting
Attendance/Viewing Options:
• Attend the in-person meeting in City Council Chambers at City Hall (5775 Carpinteria Ave.)
How to Provide Public Comments
• Provide a live public comment in City Council Chambers at City Hall (5775 Carpinteria Ave.).
Please note the City has the discretion to limit the speaker's time for any meeting or agenda
matter. Typically, the practice has been 3 minutes per speaker on each item.
• Submit a written comment (as either a general public comment or on a specific agenda item)
to be distributed to Downtown "T" Business Advisory Board by 3 hours before the meeting
begins by either submitting your comment via (1) email to
PublicComment@carpinteriaca.gov, or (2) follow this link (https://carpinteriaca.gov/city-
hall/agendas-meetings), select the meeting you want to provide a comment on, and click the
Submit Comments button located on the left hand side of the agenda portal. Please
reference the agenda item to which your comment pertains. Note that written comments will
not be read into the record during the meeting.
Call to Order
Roll Call
Public Comment
This is the time for public comments on matters not otherwise on the agenda, but within the
subject matter jurisdiction of the Downtown "T" Business Advisory Board.
Agenda Modifications
The …
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Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 17:30
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to review adaptive reuse project at 6185 Carpinteria Avenue
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to conceptually review a proposal to convert two office buildings into a mixed-use development. The commission will also approve previous meeting minutes and review monthly activity and building permit reports.
- Public hearing for Project # 26-2404-CON: conversion of two office buildings at 6185 Carpinteria Avenue into 20 live-work units and 11 housing units
- Approval of May 4, 2026, and June 1, 2026, meeting minutes
- Review of Architectural Review Board action minutes from January 29 and March 12, 2026
- Review of July Planning Activity Report
- Review of July Building Permit Report
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Council Chamber, Carpinteria
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City of Carpinteria
Planning Commission Agenda
Monday, August 3, 2026
Council Chamber, 5775 Carpinteria Avenue,
Carpinteria, CA 93013
5:30 PM Regular Meeting
In-Person and Virtual Participation Options
Teleconference Location: 752 Kippen, Mayne Island, BC Canada, V0N 2J1
Attendance/Viewing Options:
• Attend the in-person meeting in City Council Chambers at City Hall (5775 Carpinteria Ave.)
• View the meeting live through the City’s website (https://carpinteriaca.gov/city-hall/agendas-
meetings/).
• View the meeting on Government Access Television Channel 21 (broadcast live and
rebroadcast on the Wednesday and the Saturday following the meeting at 8:00 p.m.and 5:00
p.m., respectively).
• Call 669-900-9128 (and enter Webinar ID 886 2938 3844) to listen to the meeting.
• Join the City’s Zoom webinar by clicking here. Alternatively, you can join the Zoom webinar
by logging on to www.zoom.us, downloading the application, selecting "Join Meeting", and
entering Webinar ID 886 2938 3844.
How to Provide Public Comments
• Chambers at City Hall (5775 Carpinteria Ave.). Please note the City has the discretion to limit
the speaker's time for any meeting or agenda matter. Typically, the practice has been three
minutes per speaker on each item.
• Submit a written comment (as either a general public comment or on a specific agenda item)
to be distributed to Planning Commission by 12:00 P.M. on the day of the meeting by either
submitting your comment via (1) …
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Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 15:30
Library Advisory Committee
Library Advisory Commission to discuss Strategic Plan
The Library Advisory Commission will meet to receive reports from the City Librarian, the First District Supervisor, and the Friends of the Carpinteria Library. The commission is also scheduled to discuss the Strategic Plan.
- Approval of July 6, 2026 minutes
- Strategic Plan discussion
- Report from City Librarian Eric Castro
- Report from First District Supervisor Daisy Weber
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Library Advisory Commission Agenda
Monday, August 3, 2026
Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Avenue,
Carpinteria, CA 93013
3:30 PM Regular Meeting
Attendance/Viewing Options:
• Attend the in-person meeting in the Community Room at the Carpinteria Community Library
(5141 Carpinteria Avenue).
How to Provide Public Comments
• Provide a live public comment in the Community Room at the Carpinteria Community Library
(5141 Carpinteria Avenue). Please note the Commission has the discretion to limit the
speaker's time for any meeting or agenda matter. Typically, the practice has been 3 minutes
per speaker on each item.
• Submit a written comment (as either a general public comment or on a specific agenda item)
to be distributed to Library Advisory Commission by 3 hours before the meeting begins by
either submitting your comment via (1) email to PublicComment@carpinteriaca.gov, or (2)
follow this link (https://carpinteriaca.gov/city-hall/agendas-meetings), select the meeting you
want to provide a comment on, and click the Submit Comments button located on the left
hand side of the agenda portal. Please reference the agenda item to which your comment
pertains. Note that written comments will not be read into the record during the meeting.
Call to Order
Roll Call
Public Comments on Matters Not on the Agenda
This is a time for public comments on matters not otherwise on the agenda but within the
subject matter jurisdict …
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Thu Jul 30, 2026 · 17:30
Architectural Review Board
Architectural Review Board meeting cancelled for July 30, 2026
The Architectural Review Board meeting scheduled for July 30, 2026, has been cancelled due to a lack of business. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 13, 2026.
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City of Carpinteria
5775 Carpinteria Avenue
Carpinteria, CA 93013
Notice of Cancelled Meeting
Architectural Review Board
Notice is hereby given that the regular meeting of the Architectural Review
Board scheduled for July 30, 2026 has been cancelled due to a lack of
business.
The next regular meeting of the Architectural Review Board is scheduled for
August 13, 2026.
If you have any questions, contact Lorena Esparza at (805) 755-4410.
Nick Bobroff, Director
Community Development Department
July 23, 2026
Date Posted
Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 14:00
City Council
City Council to hold special retreat for FY 27-29 strategic planning
The City Council is holding a special retreat to discuss governance principles and strategic planning. The body will review the previous strategic plan process and establish a fiscal and operational framework for the FY 27-29 period.
- Discussion of Council norms, values, and principles of governance
- Strategic Plan Process Audit and expectations for FY 27-29
- Fiscal & Operational Framework for FY 27-29 preparation
- Framing the FY 27-29 Strategic Plan
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City Council Agenda
Special Meeting (City Council Retreat)
Tuesday, July 28, 2026
Council Chamber, 5775 Carpinteria Avenue, Carpinteria, CA 93013
2:30 p.m. Special Meeting
Only In-Person
Attendance/Viewing Options:
• Attend the in-person meeting in City Council Chambers at City Hall (5775
Carpinteria Ave.).
Public Comments
• Provide a live public comment in City Council Chambers at City Hall (5775
Carpinteria Ave.).
• Submit a written comment (as either a general public comment or on a specific
agenda item) to be distributed to City Council by 12:00 P.M. on the day of the
meeting by either submitting your comment via (1) email to
PublicComment@carpinteriaca.gov, or (2) follow this link
• (https://carpinteriaca.gov/city-hall/agendas-meetings), select the meeting you
want to provide a comment on, and click the Submit Comments button located on
the left hand side of the agenda portal. Please reference the agenda item to
which your comment pertains. Although written comments become part of the
record, they will not be read aloud at the meeting.
Levine Act Warning
Applicants and their agents before the City Council are subject to the campaign
disclosure provisions detailed in Government Code Section 84308. No City Council
Member may accept, solicit, or direct a contribution of more than $500 from any party
for 12 months following the date a final decision is rendered by the City. No City Council
Member may accept, solicit, …
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Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
City Council to review fire protection fees and public art policies
The City Council will hold a public hearing on the Fire Protection Mitigation Fee Program and consider vacating a portion of Olive Avenue. The body will also discuss guidelines for public artwork and a community outreach plan for a display at the Community Plaza on Linden Avenue.
- Annual Review of Fire Protection Mitigation Fee Program
- Resolution No. 6487 to vacate a portion of Olive Avenue
- Amendment No. 3 for Rincon Multi-Use Trail Project with Bengal Engineering, Inc. not to exceed $122,077
- Resolution No. 6489 establishing a Public Artwork Policy
- Closeout Agreement for Linden Avenue Improvements Project with Toro Enterprises, Inc.
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City Council Agenda
Monday, July 27, 2026
Council Chamber, 5775 Carpinteria Avenue,
Carpinteria, CA 93013
4:00 p.m. Closed Session - 5:30 p.m. Regular Meeting
5:30 PM Regular Meeting
In-Person and Virtual Participation Options
Attendance/Viewing Options:
• Attend the in-person meeting in City Council Chambers at City Hall (5775 Carpinteria Ave.)
• View the meeting live through the City’s website (https://carpinteriaca.gov/city-hall/agendas-
meetings/).
• View the meeting on Government Access Television Channel 21 (broadcast live and
rebroadcast on the Wednesday and the Saturday following the meeting at 8:00 p.m.and 5:00
p.m., respectively).
• Call 669-900-9128 (and enter Webinar ID 889 0390 2262) to listen to the meeting.
• Join the City’s Zoom webinar by clicking here. Alternatively, you can join the Zoom webinar
by logging on to www.zoom.us, downloading the application, selecting "Join Meeting", and
entering Webinar ID 889 0390 2262.
• Spanish interpretation will be available at the in-person meeting and through the City's Zoom
webinar.
How to Provide Public Comments
• Provide a live public comment in City Council Chambers at City Hall (5775 Carpinteria Ave.).
• Provide a live comment through the City’s Zoom webinar platform (through the link provided
above). To make public comments through this platform please use the“raise your hand”
feature to notify staff that you would like to make a public comment during designated …
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Thu Jul 23, 2026 · 16:00
Finance Committee
Council Meeting Room, Carpinteria
Thu Jul 23, 2026 · 15:00
Carpinteria Open Space Management Advisory Board
Board will approve $5,947 for Rincon Gateway Acquisition escrow and title fees
The Carpinteria Open Space Management Advisory Board will adopt the minutes from the June 18, 2026 meeting, hear upcoming announcements, and receive updates on Bluff projects. A key decision is the approval of $5,947 to cover escrow fees and title policy for the Rincon Gateway Acquisition. The board will also discuss ongoing items such as a field guide for Showscapes, a map of the Bluffs, vegetation management at the Carpinteria Bluffs Nature Preserve parking lot, and a pending management plan.
- Approve minutes of the June 18, 2026 meeting
- Approve $5,947 for escrow fees and title policy for the Rincon Gateway Acquisition
- Bluffs II project update
- Prepare a one‑page field guide for Showscapes (October)
- Create a map of the Bluffs (October)
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Carpinteria Open Space Management Advisory Board Agenda
Thursday, July 23, 2026
Council Chamber, 5775 Carpinteria Avenue,
Carpinteria, CA 93013
3:00 PM Special Meeting
Attendance/Viewing Options:
• Attend the in-person meeting in City Council Chambers at City Hall (5775 Carpinteria Ave.)
How to Provide Public Comments
• Provide a live public comment in City Council Chambers at City Hall (5775 Carpinteria Ave.).
Please note the City has the discretion to limit the speaker's time for any meeting or agenda
matter. Typically, the practice has been 3 minutes per speaker on each item.
• Submit a written comment (as either a general public comment or on a specific agenda item)
to be distributed to Carpinteria Open Space Management Advisory Board by 3 hours before
the meeting begins by either submitting your comment via (1) email to
PublicComment@carpinteriaca.gov, or (2) follow this link (https://carpinteriaca.gov/city-
hall/agendas-meetings), select the meeting you want to provide a comment on, and click the
Submit Comments button located on the left hand side of the agenda portal. Please
reference the agenda item to which your comment pertains. Note that written comments will
not be read into the record during the meeting.
Call to Order
Roll Call
Public Comment
This is the time for public comments on matters not otherwise on the agenda, but within the
subject matter jurisdiction of the Carpinteria Open Space Management Advisory …
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Thu Jul 23, 2026 · 16:30
Finance Committee
Finance Committee to review June 2026 reports and budget prioritization
The Finance Committee will review the preliminary Monthly Finance Report for June 2026. The body will also hold a discussion regarding budget prioritization and program review.
- Preliminary Monthly Finance Report for June 2026
- Budget Prioritization and Program Review discussion
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Finance Committee Agenda
Thursday, July 23, 2026
Council Meeting Room, 5775 Carpinteria Avenue,
Carpinteria, CA 93013
4:30 PM Special Meeting
Attendance/Viewing Options:
• Attend the in-person meeting in the Council Meeting Room at City Hall (5775 Carpinteria
Ave.)
How to Provide Public Comments
• Provide a live public comment in the Council Meeting Room at City Hall (5775 Carpinteria
Ave.). Please note the City has the discretion to limit the speaker's time for any meeting or
agenda matter. Typically, the practice has been 3 minutes per speaker on each item.
• Submit a written comment (as either a general public comment or on a specific agenda item)
to be distributed to Finance Committee by 3 hours before the meeting begins by either
submitting your comment via (1) email to PublicComment@carpinteriaca.gov, or (2) follow
this link (https://carpinteriaca.gov/city-hall/agendas-meetings), select the meeting you want to
provide a comment on, and click the Submit Comments button located on the left hand side
of the agenda portal. Please reference the agenda item to which your comment pertains.
Note that written comments will not be read into the record during the meeting.
Call to Order
Roll Call
Public Comment
This is the time for public comments on matters not otherwise on the agenda, but within the
subject matter jurisdiction of the Finance Committee.
Monthly Finance Report - June 2026 (Preliminary)
1. Budget Report by Su …
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Thu Jul 16, 2026 · 15:00
Carpinteria Open Space Management Advisory Board
Council Chamber, Carpinteria
Thu Jul 16, 2026 · 17:30
Architectural Review Board
Architectural Review Board to review permanent Monte Vista Dog Park
The Carpinteria Architectural Review Board will conduct preliminary reviews of two projects: a permanent off-leash dog park at Monte Vista Park, and a residence remodel and addition on El Carro Lane. The board will also consider approving meeting minutes from earlier in 2026. Public comment is accepted in person, via Zoom, or by written submission.
- Construction of 15,044 sq ft off-leash dog park at Monte Vista Park, Bailard Avenue, replacing temporary fencing
- 475 sq ft addition and comprehensive remodel of 1,816 sq ft residence at 5398 El Carro Lane, demolishing unpermitted 168 sq ft covered patio
- Approval of minutes from Architectural Review Board meetings on January 29, February 12, and March 12, 2026
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Architectural Review Board Agenda
Thursday, July 16, 2026
Council Chamber, 5775 Carpinteria Avenue,
Carpinteria, CA 93013
5:30 PM Regular Meeting
In-Person and Virtual Participation Options
Attendance/Viewing Options:
• Attend the in-person meeting in City Council Chambers at City Hall (5775 Carpinteria Ave.)
• View the meeting live through the City’s website (https://carpinteriaca.gov/city-hall/agendas-
meetings/).
• View the meeting on Government Access Television Channel 21 (broadcast live).
• Call 669-900-9128 (and enter Webinar ID 847 8623 3577) to listen to the meeting.
• Join the City’s Zoom webinar by clicking here. Alternatively, you can join the Zoom webinar
by logging on to www.zoom.us, downloading the application, selecting "Join Meeting", and
entering Webinar ID 847 8623 3577.
How to Provide Public Comments
• Provide a live public comment in City Council Chambers at City Hall (5775 Carpinteria Ave.).
Please note the City has the discretion to limit the speaker's time for any meeting or agenda
matter. Typically, the practice has been three minutes per speaker on each item.
• Provide a live comment through the City’s Zoom webinar platform (through the link provided
above). To make public comments through this platform, please use the “raise your hand”
feature to notify staff that you would like to make a public comment during designated public
comment times. Once it is your turn to provide a public comment, staff w …
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Wed Jul 15, 2026 · 15:30
General
Economic Vitality Committee to discuss immigration survey and chamber proposal
The Economic Vitality Committee will hold a special meeting with two discussion items. They will hear from the Carpinteria Immigrant Rights Coalition about a business survey on immigration concerns. They will also discuss an economic development proposal from the Santa Barbara South Coast Chamber of Commerce. No formal decisions are scheduled.
- Discussion with Carpinteria Immigrant Rights Coalition on business survey regarding immigration concerns
- Discussion with Santa Barbara South Coast Chamber of Commerce on their economic development proposal
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Economic Vitality Committee Agenda
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
Council Meeting Room, 5775 Carpinteria Avenue,
Carpinteria, CA 93013
3:30 PM Special Meeting
Attendance/Viewing Options:
• Attend the in-person meeting in Council Meeting Room at City Hall (5775 Carpinteria Ave.)
How to Provide Public Comments
• Provide a live public comment in the Council Meeting Room at City Hall (5775 Carpinteria
Ave.). Please note the City has the discretion to limit the speaker's time for any meeting or
agenda matter. Typically, the practice has been 3 minutes per speaker on each item.
• Submit a written comment (as either a general public comment or on a specific agenda item)
to be distributed to Economic Vitality Committee by 3 hours before the meeting begins by
either submitting your comment via (1) email to PublicComment@carpinteriaca.gov, or (2)
follow this link (https://carpinteriaca.gov/city-hall/agendas-meetings), select the meeting you
want to provide a comment on, and click the Submit Comments button located on the left
hand side of the agenda portal. Please reference the agenda item to which your comment
pertains. Note that written comments will not be read into the record during the meeting.
Call to Order
Roll Call
Public Comment
This is the time for public comments on matters not otherwise on the agenda, but within the
subject matter jurisdiction of the Economic Vitality Committee.
New Business
1. Discussion with the Carpinte …
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Wed Jul 15, 2026 · 17:15
General
Carpinteria Council to discuss potential litigation in closed session
The City Council will hold a closed session to discuss one case of anticipated litigation. The meeting will also include a report on the closed session proceedings.
- Closed session to discuss anticipated litigation
- Closed session report to follow
- Public comment on closed session matters
- City Council meeting at 5775 Carpinteria Avenue
- Written comments due by 12:00 P.M.
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City Council Agenda
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
Council Chamber, 5775 Carpinteria Avenue,
Carpinteria, CA 93013
5:15 PM Special Meeting (Closed Session)
In-Person and Virtual Participation Options
Attendance/Viewing Options:
• Attend the in-person meeting in City Council Chambers at City Hall (5775 Carpinteria Ave.)
How to Provide Public Comments
• Provide a live public comment in City Council Chambers at City Hall (5775 Carpinteria Ave.).
• Submit a written comment on a specific agenda item to be distributed to City Council by
12:00 P.M. on the day of the meeting by either submitting your comment via (1) email to
PublicComment@carpinteriaca.gov, or (2) follow this link (https://carpinteriaca.gov/city-
hall/agendas-meetings), select the meeting you want to provide a comment on, and click the
Submit Comments button located on the left hand side of the agenda portal. Please
reference the agenda item to which your comment pertains. Although written comments
become part of the record, they will not be read aloud at the meeting.
Call to Order
Roll Call
Public Comment on Closed Session Matter
Closed Session Matter
1. CLOSED SESSION: CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL –
ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code section 54956.9(d)(2): 1
case
Temporary Adjournment to Closed Session
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Adjournment
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Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Council to review adaptive reuse project for 20 live-work and 11 housing units at 6185 Carpinteria Ave.
The City Council will hold a conceptual review of a proposed adaptive reuse project at 6185 Carpinteria Avenue to convert an office building into 20 live-work units and 11 housing units. The council will also consider adjusting the 2026 affordable housing in-lieu fee for single-family dwellings based on 2025 home sales prices. Other items include a landscape maintenance contract amendment for $111,250 and a request from the Lions Club to waive rental fees for the Veterans Memorial Building.
- Conceptual review of adaptive reuse project at 6185 Carpinteria Avenue for 20 live-work and 11 housing units (Project 26-2404-CON)
- Consideration of Resolution No. 6485 to adjust 2026 affordable housing in-lieu fee for single-family dwellings
- Authorize first amendment to landscape maintenance agreement with Showscapes, Inc. (dba Treescapes) not-to-exceed $111,250
- Request from Lions Club of Carpinteria for waiver of rental and associated fees for use of Veterans Memorial Building, Veterans Hall
- Appointment to the Architectural Review Board via Resolution No. 6486
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City Council Agenda
Monday, July 13, 2026
Council Chamber, 5775 Carpinteria Avenue,
Carpinteria, CA 93013
4:00 p.m. Closed Session - 5:30 p.m. Regular Meeting
5:30 PM Regular Meeting
In-Person and Virtual Participation Options
Attendance/Viewing Options:
• Attend the in-person meeting in City Council Chambers at City Hall (5775 Carpinteria Ave.)
• View the meeting live through the City’s website (https://carpinteriaca.gov/city-hall/agendas-
meetings/).
• View the meeting on Government Access Television Channel 21 (broadcast live and
rebroadcast on the Wednesday and the Saturday following the meeting at 8:00 p.m.and 5:00
p.m., respectively).
• Call 669-900-9128 (and enter Webinar ID 889 0390 2262) to listen to the meeting.
• Join the City’s Zoom webinar by clicking here. Alternatively, you can join the Zoom webinar
by logging on to www.zoom.us, downloading the application, selecting "Join Meeting", and
entering Webinar ID 889 0390 2262.
• Spanish interpretation will be available at the in-person meeting and through the City's Zoom
webinar.
How to Provide Public Comments
• Provide a live public comment in City Council Chambers at City Hall (5775 Carpinteria Ave.).
• Provide a live comment through the City’s Zoom webinar platform (through the link provided
above). To make public comments through this platform please use the“raise your hand”
feature to notify staff that you would like to make a public comment during designated …
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Thu Jul 9, 2026 · 16:00
General
Finance Committee to discuss potential county pavement project
The Carpinteria Finance Committee will hold a special meeting to receive an audit update, review the May 2026 monthly finance report, and discuss a potential county pavement project. No decisions are listed on the agenda; all items are for discussion or informational purposes only.
- Audit Update – no details provided
- Monthly Finance Report for May 2026
- Potential County Pavement Project – discussion only, no dollar amount or location specified
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Finance Committee Agenda
Thursday, July 9, 2026
Council Meeting Room, 5775 Carpinteria Avenue,
Carpinteria, CA 93013
4:00 PM Special Meeting
Attendance/Viewing Options:
• Attend the in-person meeting in the Council Meeting Room at City Hall (5775 Carpinteria
Ave.)
How to Provide Public Comments
• Provide a live public comment in the Council Meeting Room at City Hall (5775 Carpinteria
Ave.). Please note the City has the discretion to limit the speaker's time for any meeting or
agenda matter. Typically, the practice has been 3 minutes per speaker on each item.
• Submit a written comment (as either a general public comment or on a specific agenda item)
to be distributed to Finance Committee by 3 hours before the meeting begins by either
submitting your comment via (1) email to PublicComment@carpinteriaca.gov, or (2) follow
this link (https://carpinteriaca.gov/city-hall/agendas-meetings), select the meeting you want to
provide a comment on, and click the Submit Comments button located on the left hand side
of the agenda portal. Please reference the agenda item to which your comment pertains.
Note that written comments will not be read into the record during the meeting.
Call to Order
Roll Call
Public Comment
This is the time for public comments on matters not otherwise on the agenda, but within the
subject matter jurisdiction of the Finance Committee.
Audit Update
Monthly Finance Report - May 2026
Potential County Pavement …
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Mon Jul 6, 2026 · 15:30
Library Advisory Committee
Library Advisory Committee to discuss budget and strategic plan
The Library Advisory Commission will receive a budget update from the Parks & Recreation Director, hear reports from the Friends of the Library and county committee, and discuss a strategic plan. The meeting includes approval of minutes from May and June 2026, along with reports from the First District Supervisor and City Librarian.
- Budget update presented by Jeanette Gant, Carpinteria Parks & Recreation Director
- Strategic Plan discussion
- Friends of the Carpinteria Library report by Fred Shaw
- County Library Advisory Committee report by Glynn Birdwell
- City Librarian report by Eric Castro
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Library Advisory Commission Agenda
Monday, July 6, 2026
Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Avenue,
Carpinteria, CA 93013
3:30 PM Regular Meeting
Attendance/Viewing Options:
• Attend the in-person meeting in the Community Room at the Carpinteria Community Library
(5141 Carpinteria Avenue).
How to Provide Public Comments
• Provide a live public comment in the Community Room at the Carpinteria Community Library
(5141 Carpinteria Avenue). Please note the Commission has the discretion to limit the
speaker's time for any meeting or agenda matter. Typically, the practice has been 3 minutes
per speaker on each item.
• Submit a written comment (as either a general public comment or on a specific agenda item)
to be distributed to Library Advisory Commission by 3 hours before the meeting begins by
either submitting your comment via (1) email to PublicComment@carpinteriaca.gov, or (2)
follow this link (https://carpinteriaca.gov/city-hall/agendas-meetings), select the meeting you
want to provide a comment on, and click the Submit Comments button located on the left
hand side of the agenda portal. Please reference the agenda item to which your comment
pertains. Note that written comments will not be read into the record during the meeting.
Call to Order
Roll Call
Public Comments on Matters Not on the Agenda
This is a time for public comments on matters not otherwise on the agenda but within the
subject matter jurisdictio …
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Mon Jul 6, 2026 · 17:30
Planning Commission
Planning Commission meeting for July 6, 2026, cancelled
The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for July 6, 2026, has been cancelled due to a lack of business.
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City of Carpinteria
5775 Carpinteria Avenue
Carpinteria, CA 93013
Notice of Cancelled Meeting
Planning Commission
Notice is hereby given that the regular meeting of the Planning Commission
scheduled for July 6, 2026 has been cancelled due to a lack of business.
The next regular meeting of the Planning Commission is scheduled for August
3, 2026.
If you have any questions, contact Lorena Esparza at (805) 755-4410.
Brian C. Barrett, CMC, CPMC
City Clerk
July 2, 2026
Date Posted
Tue Jun 30, 2026 · 17:30
General
Scoping meeting for The Farm Project at 5885 Carpinteria Ave
The City Council is holding a scoping meeting for The Farm Project, a proposed development at 5885 Carpinteria Avenue. The meeting is intended to gather input on the scope of environmental review or planning for the project.
- Scoping meeting for The Farm Project at 5885 Carpinteria Avenue
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Carpinteria City Hall
City Council Chamber
5775 Carpinteria Avenue
Carpinteria, CA 93013
5:30 p.m.
All Meeting Information is available at:
https://carpinteriaca.gov/city-hall/community-development/housing/5885carpinteriaave/
Thu Jun 25, 2026 · 17:30
Architectural Review Board
Architectural Review Board meeting for June 25, 2026, is cancelled
The Architectural Review Board meeting scheduled for June 25, 2026, has been cancelled due to a lack of business. No items were decided or discussed.
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5775 Carpinteria Avenue
Carpinteria, CA 93013
Notice of Cancelled Meeting
Architectural Review Board
Notice is hereby given that the regular meeting of the Architectural Review
Board scheduled for June 25, 2026 has been cancelled due to a lack of
business.
The next regular meeting of the Architectural Review Board is scheduled for
July 16, 2026.
If you have any questions, contact Lorena Esparza at (805) 755-4410.
Nick Bobroff, Director
Community Development Department
June 18, 2026
Date Posted
Thu Jun 25, 2026 · 16:00
Finance Committee
Finance Committee meeting cancelled for June 25, 2026
The regular meeting of the Carpinteria Finance Committee scheduled for June 25, 2026, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.
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Council Meeting Room, Carpinteria
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CITY OF CARPINTERIA
5775 Carpinteria Avenue
Carpinteria, CA 93013
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NOTICE OF CANCELLED MEETING
FINANCE COMMITTEE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the regular meeting of the Finance
Committee scheduled for June 25, 2026, has been cancelled.
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Brian C. Barrett
City Clerk
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Date Posted
June 17, 2026
Mon Jun 22, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
City Council to approve $140,000 hazardous waste services contract
The council will vote on authorizing a contract with Clean Harbors Environmental Services, Inc. for household hazardous waste collection and emergency response services up to $140,000. It will also consider a resolution to vacate a portion of Olive Avenue, adopt a measure establishing a general transaction and use tax for the November 3, 2026 election, approve the Downtown Carpinteria Parking Management Plan, and authorize a memorandum of understanding with Caltrans for the Rincon Multi‑Use Trail Project.
- Authorize Clean Harbors contract for hazardous waste services, not‑to‑exceed $140,000
- Adopt Resolution No. 6481 to vacate a portion of Olive Avenue
- Adopt Resolution No. 6472 to place a transaction and use tax measure on the Nov 3 2026 ballot (requires two‑thirds vote)
- Approve Downtown Carpinteria Parking Management Plan
- Authorize Mayor to execute MOU with Caltrans for the Rincon Multi‑Use Trail Project
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City of Carpinteria
City Council Agenda
Monday, June 22, 2026
Council Chamber, 5775 Carpinteria Avenue,
Carpinteria, CA 93013
5:30 PM Regular Meeting
In-Person and Virtual Participation Options
Attendance/Viewing Options:
• Attend the in-person meeting in City Council Chambers at City Hall (5775 Carpinteria Ave.)
• View the meeting live through the City’s website (https://carpinteriaca.gov/city-hall/agendas-
meetings/).
• View the meeting on Government Access Television Channel 21 (broadcast live and
rebroadcast on the Wednesday and the Saturday following the meeting at 8:00 p.m.and 5:00
p.m., respectively).
• Call 669-900-9128 (and enter Webinar ID 889 0390 2262) to listen to the meeting.
• Join the City’s Zoom webinar by clicking here. Alternatively, you can join the Zoom webinar
by logging on to www.zoom.us, downloading the application, selecting "Join Meeting", and
entering Webinar ID 889 0390 2262.
• Spanish interpretation will be available at the in-person meeting and through the City's Zoom
webinar.
How to Provide Public Comments
• Provide a live public comment in City Council Chambers at City Hall (5775 Carpinteria Ave.).
• Provide a live comment through the City’s Zoom webinar platform (through the link provided
above). To make public comments through this platform please use the“raise your hand”
feature to notify staff that you would like to make a public comment during designated public
comment times. Once it is your turn to provide …
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Thu Jun 18, 2026 · 15:00
Carpinteria Open Space Management Advisory Board
Board to review Bluffs Project commitments and dog leash campaign data
The Carpinteria Open Space Management Advisory Board will discuss updates regarding the Bluffs Project and review data from the “Leash your dog” campaign. The board will also note the upcoming Farmer Parcel naming presentation to the Council on July 13th.
- Review of Bluffs III commitments to SBLT
- Data review for “Leash your dog” campaign
- Farmer Parcel naming presentation to Council on July 13th
- Vegetation management for viewscapes at Carpinteria Bluffs Nature Preserve parking lot
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✓ Decided: Board approves March special meeting minutes and reviews CAG Handbook
The Board approved the minutes from the March 17, 2026, special meeting. Members reviewed key components of the Council Advisory Group (CAG) Handbook. Several items, including dog leash data and Bluffs mapping, were noted as proposed agenda items for future meetings.
- Approved March 17, 2026, special meeting minutes (unanimous)
Council Chamber, Carpinteria
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City of Carpinteria
Carpinteria Open Space Management Advisory Board Agenda
Thursday, June 18, 2026
Council Chamber, 5775 Carpinteria Avenue,
Carpinteria, CA 93013
3:00 PM Regular Meeting
Attendance/Viewing Options:
• Attend the in-person meeting in City Council Chambers at City Hall (5775 Carpinteria Ave.)
How to Provide Public Comments
• Provide a live public comment in City Council Chambers at City Hall (5775 Carpinteria Ave.).
Please note the City has the discretion to limit the speaker's time for any meeting or agenda
matter. Typically, the practice has been 3 minutes per speaker on each item.
• Submit a written comment (as either a general public comment or on a specific agenda item)
to be distributed to Carpinteria Open Space Management Advisory Board by 3 hours before
the meeting begins by either submitting your comment via (1) email to
PublicComment@carpinteriaca.gov, or (2) follow this link (https://carpinteriaca.gov/city-
hall/agendas-meetings), select the meeting you want to provide a comment on, and click the
Submit Comments button located on the left hand side of the agenda portal. Please
reference the agenda item to which your comment pertains. Note that written comments will
not be read into the record during the meeting.
Call to Order
Roll Call
Public Comment
This is the time for public comments on matters not otherwise on the agenda, but within the
subject matter jurisdiction of the Carpinteria Open Space Management Advisory …
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COSMAB Meeting Summary 1
City of Carpinteria
Carpinteria Open Space Management Advisory Board
Special Meeting Minutes
May 27, 2026 at 2:00 PM
City Hall Council Chambers
5775 Carpinteria Ave
Board Members Present: David Allen, Chair
Ted Rhodes, Vice-Chair
Jon Lewis
Patrick Crooks
Evan Hobson, Secretary
Scout Vernon
James McElvain
Board Members Absent: N/A
Others Present: Jeanette Gant (Parks, Rec., & Comm. Services Director)
Torrie Culberth (Parks, Rec. & Comm. Services Program
Manager)
Member(s) of the Public
Meeting Notes
1. Call to Order/Roll Call
a. Attendance per above, David Allen as Chair. Meeting called to order at
2:00 PM.
2. Public or Board Comments regarding matters not on the agenda
a. Handicap parking pad maintenance off Bailard Ave at Carp Bluffs parking
lot.
b. Non-motorized bike signs at Rincon Gateway (bluffs III) not impactful and
still issues with non-motorized vehicles. Suggestion for additional
temporary A-frame signage.
3. Approve the Minutes of the Special Meeting held on March 17, 2026
a. Member Rhodes moved to approve the minutes of the Special Meeting
held on March 17, 2026. The motion was seconded by Member Lewis and
approved unanimously.
4. Upcoming Events/Announcements
a. Nothing Discussed
COSMAB Meeting Summary 2
5. Bluffs Projects Updates
a. County Funding
i. Submitted for initial $200k, with the total amount of funding provided
by the County needing to be spent by 2029.
b. Next Steps
i. Jeanet …
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Showing the 30 most recent meetings of 95 on record. See the yearly meeting archives below for the full history.
💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $35.8M | FORGELINE SOLUTIONS, INC. General Services Administration · MARS FY23 PLUS UP |
| $9.6M | AGILENT TECHNOLOGIES INC Department of Defense · CHROMATOGRAPHY MAINTENANCE FORT MEADE |
| $8.7M | FORGELINE SOLUTIONS, INC. General Services Administration · PMPI USASOC FORGELINE MARS FY25 |
| $7.6M | FORGELINE SOLUTIONS, INC. General Services Administration · PMPI USASOC FORGELINE FY26 |
| $7.2M | FORGELINE SOLUTIONS, INC. General Services Administration · PMPI USASOC FORGELINE |
| $4.9M | FORGELINE SOLUTIONS, INC. General Services Administration · PMPI AFSOC NSW SOCK MARS FY25 |
| $2.9M | FORGELINE SOLUTIONS, INC. General Services Administration · PMPI AFSOC MARSNSW FORGELINE |
| $2.3M | FORGELINE SOLUTIONS, INC. General Services Administration · PMPI AFSOC FORGELINE |
| $2.2M | FORGELINE SOLUTIONS, INC. General Services Administration · PMPI NSW FORGELINE |
| $1.6M | FORGELINE SOLUTIONS, INC. General Services Administration · PMPI EOD J3 SOCK MARS FORGELINE |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Santa Barbara County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Traffic fatalities1 (1 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments12,484 (160,460 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$2,695/mo (85 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy30.2% (low numeracy 37% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
Everything below is drawn from this city’s own public record and primary-source government data. AI-written summaries are a finding aid, not a citable quote.
$21.8M
Annual budget
131
Employees on payroll
20
Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$21.8M
Spending$21.9M
Operating spending ran ahead of revenue this year.
The money — out
source: city procurement & payrollWho the city actually cuts checks to.
131 employees on the public payroll — every position and salary is public record.
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
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Where it’s happening
geocoded land-use decisions🗺 Interactive map
Every rezoning, development approval, and permit — explore the geocoded records in the research explorer.