San Clemente public meetings in 2023

Zoning Administrator

This is a regular Zoning Administrator meeting agenda. The only substantive item listed is a discussion of the Smart Fit Method, with no details provided. The rest of the agenda consists of draft minutes from a previous meeting and procedural items.

• Draft minutes from the November 9, 2023 Zoning Administrator regular meeting
• Smart Fit Method discussion item

City Council

This is a special meeting of the San Clemente City Council. The agenda contains only the agenda item itself, with no substantive topics listed. The provided document is just the agenda PDF, so no decisions or discussions are specified.

City Council

The December 14, 2023 regular City Council meeting is cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancellation notice only

Design Review Subcommittee

The San Clemente Design Review Subcommittee is meeting to review a proposed residence addition (Mason Residence) and to consider draft minutes from its November 29, 2023 meeting. The agenda contains only these two items, with no other substantive business listed.

• Review of Mason Residence addition (Item 2A)
• Consideration of 11-29-23 draft meeting minutes

Beaches, Parks & Recreation Commission

The Beaches, Parks & Recreation Commission is holding a regular meeting. The agenda includes review of draft minutes from the October 10, 2023 meeting and materials related to the North Beach playground. No other substantive action items are listed.

• Review of 10-10-23 draft minutes
• North Beach playground materials

Zoning Administrator

The regular Zoning Administrator meeting scheduled for December 7, 2023, at 3:00 p.m. has been cancelled due to a lack of business. The next regular meeting is set for Thursday, December 21, 2023, at 3:00 p.m. at the Community Development Department, First Floor Community Room, 910 Calle Negocio, San Clemente. This agenda contains no items for decision or discussion.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of business
• Next meeting: December 21, 2023, 3:00 p.m. at 910 Calle Negocio

City Council

The San Clemente City Council will hold a special and regular meeting on December 5, 2023, to consider a range of items including making the mayor and mayor pro tempore terms effective January 1 through December 31, second readings of several ordinances, contract awards, and other administrative matters. The agenda includes many routine items such as minutes, warrants, and notices of completion, but also notable actions like a contract award for concrete repairs and a purchase of a hydro-excavator.

• Consideration of making mayor and mayor pro tempore term effective January 1 through December 31
• Second reading of Ordinance 1764 prohibiting bicycles and electric bicycles at the municipal golf course
• Contract award for Marine Safety HQ building concrete repairs
• Purchase of a hydro-excavator with supplemental appropriation of $721,618
• Consideration of a public hearing to change or revoke a voluntary compliance for 616 Del Dios

CASA Joint Powers Authority

The Coastal Animal Services Authority Board will consider approving payroll warrants and registers for several periods between July and November 2023. The meeting also includes discussions on holiday schedules, officer equipment updates, and shelter statistics.

• Approval of Payroll Warrants and Registers (7/10/23 - 11/3/23)
• Resolution 23-02: Holiday Schedule
• Update to Policy #30: ACO Uniforms and Equipment
• Policy #34: Protective Vests
• Animal Control Report: Vicious Dog Case and Permit Program

Golf Course Committee

The San Clemente Golf Course Committee will consider a request from the San Clemente Men's Golf Club to install a plaque honoring the Cook family on the clubhouse exterior, and will select a member for the Golf Course Master Plan interview panel. The committee will also receive the 1st Quarter Golf Course Activity Report and updates from golf maintenance staff, along with reports from its subcommittees.

• Request for plaque installation honoring Cook family (approx. 8" x 10") on exterior of clubhouse, south doorway of Pro Shop
• Selection of committee member to Golf Course Master Plan Interview Panel
• 1st Quarter Golf Course Activity Report (receive and file)
• Greens Subcommittee report: course condition, tree removals, bunker issues, winter projects
• Golf Maintenance Staff report

Design Review Subcommittee

The subcommittee is meeting to review agenda items and meeting materials. The provided agenda contains only procedural items and meeting documents.

• Review of Bauder addition materials

Design Review Subcommittee

The Regular Design Review Subcommittee meeting scheduled for November 15, 2023, at 3:00 p.m. has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for November 29, 2023, at 3:00 p.m. in the Community Room at 910 Calle Negocio, San Clemente, CA 92673. This notice contains no agenda items for decision or discussion.

• Meeting cancellation notice for November 15, 2023
• Next meeting scheduled for November 29, 2023 at 3:00 p.m.
• Location: Community Room, 910 Calle Negocio, San Clemente, CA 92673

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to consider a master plan amendment for San Gorgonio Park and to find the amendment categorically exempt from CEQA. They will also discuss transitional use of the park's pickleball courts and designate limited-use guidelines.

• Master plan amendment for San Gorgonio Park
• CEQA categorical exemption finding
• Transitional use of pickleball courts at San Gorgonio Park
• Limited-use guidelines for pickleball courts

Zoning Administrator

The agenda includes items regarding a pickleball tournament and a residential remodel and addition. The provided documentation consists of draft minutes and specific project files.

• PPA Tour Pickleball Tournament
• Major League Pickleball (December 7-11, 2023)
• Giardina Remodel and Addition

City Council

The San Clemente City Council is holding a special meeting retreat to discuss a range of topics, including council operations, potential revenue generation, unfunded liabilities, transitioning to a two-year budget cycle, community outreach, and employee retention. No final actions will be taken, but the council may direct staff to prepare information for future consideration.

• Discussion of continued beach nourishment/clean ocean fee
• Strategies to address unfunded accrued liability, including 115 Trust Account
• Transition to a two-year budget cycle
• Leases and uses of public buildings and spaces
• Employee retention and succession planning, including class and compensation study

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to adopt an ordinance transitioning to by-district elections and setting mayoral term limits. They will also continue a hearing on commercial and recreational vehicle parking, consider Mills Act contracts for two historic properties, and introduce an ordinance banning bicycles at the municipal golf course. Other items include contract awards for water reclamation and aquatic center projects, and a master plan amendment for San Gorgonio Park.

• Public hearing to adopt Ordinance No. 1762 for by-district elections and mayoral term limits
• Continuation of public hearing on commercial and recreational vehicle parking ordinance
• Mills Act contracts for historic properties at 166 West Avenida Alessandro and 233 Avenida Santa Barbara
• Contract award for water reclamation plant splitter box rehabilitation
• Contract award for aquatic center main pool replaster

City Council

This is a special City Council meeting focused on interviews and appointments for various commissions and committees, including the Arts and Culture Committee, Beaches Parks and Recreation Commission, and Coastal Advisory Committee. The council will review applications and make appointments.

• Interviews and appointments for Arts and Culture Committee
• Interviews and appointments for Beaches Parks and Recreation Commission
• Interviews and appointments for Coastal Advisory Committee

Design Review Subcommittee

The Design Review Subcommittee is meeting to review a facade remodel for the South Carls Jr location. The agenda includes draft minutes from the previous meeting and materials for the remodel review.

• South Carls Jr facade remodel review
• Draft minutes from 9-27-23 meeting

Investment Advisory Committee

The Investment Advisory Committee will review the first quarter FY 2023-24 investment report. The committee is also tasked with reviewing the investment policy and recommending any necessary changes to the City Council.

• Review of 1st Quarter FY 2023-24 Investment Report
• Review of Investment Policy and recommendation of changes to City Council
• Approval of July 24, 2023 meeting minutes

Zoning Administrator

This is a regular Zoning Administrator meeting agenda with three public hearing items and approval of prior meeting minutes. The body will decide on a Dish Wireless proposal, a City Golf Course clubhouse office addition, and a Soul Align Yoga use.

• Item 4A: Dish Wireless proposal
• Item 4B: City Golf Course clubhouse office addition
• Item 4C: Soul Align Yoga
• Item 5A: Approval of September 12, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding the transition to by-district elections. The meeting also includes second readings of ordinances concerning tents in parks and beaches and the Beaches, Parks and Recreation Commission.

• Second reading of Ordinance 1760 regarding tents in city parks and beaches
• Public hearings on draft maps and sequencing for by-district elections
• Term sheet consideration for miniature golf at Vista Hermosa Sports Park
• Contract awards for water treatment chemicals and reservoir supplies
• Emergency construction contract ratification for Reservoir 13 isolation valve

Design Review Subcommittee

The Regular Design Review Subcommittee meeting scheduled for October 11, 2023 has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for October 25, 2023 at 3:00 p.m. in the Community Room, 910 Calle Negocio, San Clemente, CA 92673.

• Meeting cancellation notice
• Next meeting scheduled for October 25, 2023 at 3:00 p.m.

Beaches, Parks & Recreation Commission

The Beaches, Parks & Recreation Commission will discuss policies regarding dog access on city beaches and off-leash dog access in parks. The meeting also includes the review of draft minutes from the August 2023 meetings.

• Discussion on dog access on city beaches
• Discussion on off-leash dog access in parks
• Review of August 8, 2023, draft minutes
• Review of August 29, 2023, draft minutes

Zoning Administrator

The regular Zoning Administrator meeting scheduled for October 5, 2023, was cancelled due to a lack of business. The next regular meeting is set for October 19, 2023, at the Community Development Department, 910 Calle Negocio.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of business
• Next meeting scheduled for October 19, 2023 at 3:00 p.m.

City Council

The San Clemente City Council will hold a regular meeting with several action items, including a second reading of a zoning amendment to streamline permits, contract awards for coastal administrator services and storm drain improvements, and a public hearing on draft maps for by-district elections. The council will also consider approving water meter purchases, temporary beer sales at a carnival, and a grant application for the Complete Streets program. Several items involve rejecting bids for pedestrian bridge and building repairs.

• Ordinance 1759 (second reading) - zoning permit streamlining
• Contract award for coastal administrator services
• Storm drain improvements at 1601 Calle Las Bolas - notice of completion
• Public hearing on draft maps for by-district elections
• Temporary beer sales at Carnival Colossal

Design Review Subcommittee

The Design Review Subcommittee is meeting to review and discuss three items: a proposed AT&T wireless telecommunications facility, objective design standards for the Housing Element implementation program, and an amendment involving SCE and T-Mobile. The agenda includes draft minutes from a previous meeting for approval.

• AT&T wireless telecommunications facility review
• Housing Element implementation program objective design standards
• SCE T-Mobile amendment
• Draft minutes from 9-13-23 meeting

Zoning Administrator

The San Clemente Zoning Administrator is holding a regular meeting on September 21, 2023. The agenda includes approval of draft minutes from the August 17, 2023 meeting and a review of the Kozik Condominium project at 229 Avenida Monterey. No other substantive items are listed.

• Draft minutes of August 17, 2023 regular meeting
• Kozik Condominium at 229 Avenida Monterey

City Council

The San Clemente City Council will hold a regular meeting with several action items, including a second reading of an ordinance amending the CalPERS contract, a first reading of a zoning amendment to streamline permits, and a continued public hearing on tents in parks and beaches. The council will also consider multiple resolutions for red curb installations, a cooperative agreement for signal synchronization, and several contract awards for services and construction projects.

• Ordinance 1757 (second reading) authorizing amendment to CalPERS contract
• Zoning Amendment 22-366 (first reading) related to zoning permit streamlining
• Public hearing continued on proposed amendment regarding tents in city parks and beaches
• Contract award for workers compensation third party administrative services
• Contract award for sewer line point repairs and lining

Design Review Subcommittee

The Design Review Subcommittee is meeting to review four items: an AT&T wireless facility and three property applications (HPPA at 166 West Avenida Alessandro, HPPA at 233 Avenida Santa Barbara, and a Nielsen residence). The agenda includes draft minutes from the previous meeting. No decisions are noted; the subcommittee will discuss these items.

• AT&T wireless facility application
• HPPA at 166 West Avenida Alessandro
• HPPA at 233 Avenida Santa Barbara
• Nielsen residence application
• Draft minutes from 8-23-23 meeting

Zoning Administrator

The regular Zoning Administrator meeting scheduled for September 7, 2023 was cancelled because there was no business to conduct. The next regular meeting is set for September 21, 2023 at 3:00 p.m. at the Community Development Department, 910 Calle Negocio.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of business
• Next meeting scheduled for September 21, 2023 at 3:00 p.m.

City Council

The San Clemente City Council is holding a regular meeting with several action items, including a public hearing on potential council election district boundaries, a first reading of a zoning amendment to streamline zoning permits, and a second reading of ordinances modifying commercial vehicle definitions and the Coastal Advisory Committee's mission. The council will also consider a contract for printing services, participation in a regional beach sand project, a grant application for offshore sand source identification, and ratification of an emergency construction agreement for storm drain repairs. Additionally, they will review the administrative hearings and appeals fee.

• Public hearing on composition of potential council election districts
• First reading of Zoning Amendment 22-366 for zoning permit streamlining
• Second reading of Ordinance 1755 modifying commercial vehicle definition
• Contract award for printing services for quarterly city recreation magazine
• Ratification of emergency construction agreement for San Clemente Villas by the Sea storm drain repairs

The City Council approved a warrant register totaling $6,400,180.61 and a payroll register of $541,045.58. The council also ratified an emergency contract for storm drain repairs and awarded a printing contract for the city recreation magazine.

• Approved warrant register totaling $6,400,180.61 (5-0)
• Approved payroll register totaling $541,045.58 (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1758 to modify Coastal Advisory Committee mission statement (5-0)
• Ratified emergency contract with GCI Construction, Inc. for storm drain repairs not to exceed $95,500 (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1755 to modify the definition of 'commercial vehicle' (4-1)
• Awarded two-year printing contract to WestAmerica Communications, Inc. not to exceed $120,304 annually (5-0)
• Approved August 15, 2023 City Council meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The San Clemente City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct interviews and make appointments to the Public Safety Committee and the Coastal Advisory Committee. The agenda contains only this item, so the meeting is focused solely on these appointments.

• Interviews and appointments for the Public Safety Committee
• Interviews and appointments for the Coastal Advisory Committee

The City Council filled vacancies on the Public Safety Committee and the Coastal Advisory Committee. The Council also directed the City Clerk to advertise for three vacancies on the Beaches, Parks and Recreation Commission.

• Appointed Gary Walsh to the Public Safety Committee for a term expiring June 30, 2024
• Appointed Susan Ambrose, John Dow, Thor Johnson, Aaron Washington, and Suzanne Whitelaw to the Coastal Advisory Committee (3-2)
• Assigned 2-year terms (expiring June 30, 2025) for Coastal Advisory Committee members Ambrose, Dow, and Whitelaw
• Assigned 1-year terms (expiring June 30, 2024) for Coastal Advisory Committee members Washington and Johnson
• Directed City Clerk to advertise for three vacancies on the Beaches, Parks and Recreation Commission (4-0)

Beaches, Parks & Recreation Commission

The Beaches, Parks & Recreation Commission is meeting to discuss and potentially act on its 2023-24 work plan and to give second consideration to the design review of a pickleball facility at Richard T. Steed Memorial Park. Public comments were received on both agenda items.

• Development of 2023-24 work plan
• Second consideration of design review for pickleball facility at Richard T. Steed Memorial Park

The Commission approved the design for a 24-court pickleball facility at Richard T. Steed Memorial Park. Members also added several items to the FY 2023-24 work plan regarding beach access, park beautification, and facility fees.

• Selected Option C for the 24-court pickleball facility at Richard T. Steed Memorial Park (Unanimous)
• Denied selection of Option A for pickleball facility (1-6)
• Added dog beach access, off-leash park options, and a funding/sponsorships committee to the work plan (Unanimous)
• Added a fee study and North Beach placemaking/playground replacement to the work plan (Unanimous)
• Added beach workout equipment and 'Beautify San Clemente' planting collaboration to the work plan (Unanimous)

Design Review Subcommittee

The Design Review Subcommittee is meeting to review the Sea Cliff Boutique Hotel project, as detailed in the staff report. The agenda also includes approval of the draft minutes from the July 26, 2023 meeting. No other substantive items are listed.

• Sea Cliff Boutique Hotel staff report
• Draft minutes from 7-26-23 DRSC meeting

The Design Review Subcommittee reviewed a proposal for an 11-unit motel and restaurant at 402 Pasadena Court. The project involves preserving a historic residence and adding two new buildings. The subcommittee forwarded the project to the Planning Commission pending a revised and peer-reviewed Historic Resource Technical Report.

• Forwarded Cultural Heritage Permit 23-084, Conditional Use Permit 23-085, and Historic Demolition Permit 23-212 for 402 Pasadena Court to the Planning Commission
• Reviewed and filed minutes from the July 26, 2023 meeting

Zoning Administrator

The San Clemente Zoning Administrator is holding a regular meeting. The agenda includes approval of the July 30, 2023 meeting minutes and a proposal from Dish Wireless for an antenna. No other substantive items are listed.

• Approval of July 30, 2023 meeting minutes
• Dish Wireless antenna proposal

The Zoning Administrator approved a permit for DISH Wireless to install antennas and equipment at 2916 Via San Gorgonio. The project was determined to be categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act. The equipment will be installed on an existing ball field light standard and within an existing enclosure.

• Approved City Antenna Permit 23-103 for DISH Wireless Facility via Resolution ZA23-014
• Determined project is Categorically Exempt from CEQA under Sections 15301 and 15303

City Council

The San Clemente City Council will hold a special and regular meeting on August 15, 2023, with several items for discussion and decision. Key items include a possible transition from at-large to district elections, opposition to state housing bills, and multiple contract awards and amendments. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, warrants, and ordinance readings.

• Consideration of declaring intention to transition from at-large to district elections
• Consideration of opposition to Senate Bill 423 and Assembly Bill 309 (social housing program)
• Contract award for Marine Safety Headquarters building concrete repairs
• Contract award for Montalvo and Riviera pedestrian bridges coating replacement
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 1754 amending sanitary sewer rates

The City Council ratified an emergency professional services agreement for geotechnical work at Casa Romantica. The Council also adopted an ordinance amending the municipal code regarding sanitary sewer rates.

• Adopted Resolution No. 23-83 to ratify emergency contract C23-44 with LGC Geotechnical Inc. for work at Casa Romantica not to exceed $783,560 (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1754 amending sanitary sewer rates in Chapter 13.24.190 of the municipal code (4-1)

Design Review Subcommittee

The Regular Design Review Subcommittee meeting scheduled for August 9, 2023, at 3:00 p.m. has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for Wednesday, August 23, 2023, at 3:00 p.m. in the Community Room at 910 Calle Negocio, San Clemente, CA 92673. This agenda contains only a cancellation notice and no substantive items for discussion or decision.

• Cancellation of the August 9, 2023 Regular Design Review Subcommittee meeting
• Next meeting scheduled for August 23, 2023 at 3:00 p.m. at 910 Calle Negocio, San Clemente, CA 92673

Beaches, Parks & Recreation Commission

The Beaches, Parks & Recreation Commission is meeting to discuss and potentially decide on the design of a pickleball facility at Richard T. Steed Memorial Park, including public comments. The agenda also includes approval of draft minutes, a work plan, and updates on capital improvement projects and beach sand.

• Design review of pickleball facility at Richard T. Steed Memorial Park
• Public comments on pickleball design
• FY23 CIP projects update
• Beach sand update
• Approval of 6-13-23 draft minutes

The Commission elected Rob Feuerstein as Chair and Ed Kweskin as Vice Chair. Members approved a process for the FY 2023-24 work plan and voted to hold a special meeting to further discuss the pickleball facility design at Richard T. Steed Memorial Park.

• Elected Rob Feuerstein as Chair (Unanimous)
• Elected Ed Kweskin as Vice Chair (Unanimous)
• Approved June 13, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved FY 2023-24 work plan process with recommendations due August 17, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Scheduled a special meeting to discuss Richard T. Steed Memorial Park pickleball facility (Unanimous)
• Approved continuation of the Funding Subcommittee (Unanimous)
• Appointed Commissioners Elliot, Johnson, and Chair Feuerstein to the Funding Subcommittee (Unanimous)

CASA Joint Powers Authority

The Coastal Animal Services Authority Board met to discuss staff reports regarding security camera bids, ATV use policies, and shelter statistics. The meeting also included discussions on payroll approvals, legal service agreements, and the FY 23/24 budget.

• Review of $17,000 Bay Alarm bid for security cameras and license plate reader
• Approval of Esther Horn dog trainer contract at $60 per hour
• Approval of Legal Services Agreement with Burke, Williams and Sorensen
• Approval of FY 23-24 budget
• Discussion of cleaning service cost increase up to $200 for trainer's hut

Golf Course Committee

The Golf Course Committee will elect a Chair and Vice Chair for Fiscal Year 2024 and develop its annual work plan for FY 2023-24, which will be submitted to the City Council for approval. The committee will also receive a 4th Quarter Golf Course Activity Report and an update from golf maintenance staff. A presentation from Wedgewood Banquet and Catering is scheduled. The meeting is a regular business session with no public hearings or major financial decisions on the agenda.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair for Fiscal Year 2024
• Development of Golf Course Committee Work Plan for FY 2023-24, including possible items like Golf Course Master Plan Update, marketing via foreUP software, priority projects, and course fees review
• Wedgewood Banquet and Catering update
• 4th Quarter Golf Course Activity Report
• Report from Golf Maintenance Staff

The Committee voted to retain the current Chair and Vice Chair for Fiscal Year 2024. Members authorized the development of a work plan for the City Council and appointed members to the Greens, Finance Review, and House subcommittees.

• Approved minutes from May 4, 2023 (unanimous)
• Retained current Chair and Vice Chair for Fiscal Year 2024 (unanimous)
• Authorized Chair Divel and Vice Chair Hamilton to develop a work plan for City Council (unanimous)
• Received and filed 4th Quarter Golf Course Activity Report (unanimous)
• Appointed Chair Divel to Greens Subcommittee
• Appointed Member Veale to Golf Course Finance Review Subcommittee
• Confirmed Member Azzollini and Vice Chair Hamilton to House Subcommittee

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator's regular meeting scheduled for August 3, 2023 was cancelled due to a lack of business. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 17, 2023 at 3:00 p.m. at the Community Development Department, 910 Calle Negocio.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of business
• Next meeting scheduled for August 17, 2023 at 3:00 p.m.
• Location: Community Development Department, First Floor Community Room, 910 Calle Negocio

Design Review Subcommittee

The Design Review Subcommittee is meeting to review two project items: the Pier Underpass Project and the Los Molinos Sidewalk Plaques. The agenda includes draft minutes from the prior meeting for approval. No other substantive items are listed.

• Review of Pier Underpass Project
• Review of Los Molinos Sidewalk Plaques
• Approval of 6-28-23 draft meeting minutes

The Design Review Subcommittee provided conceptual feedback on the Pier Underpass Improvement Project and a resident-managed public art program for surfboard shaper plaques. No formal votes were taken; staff will integrate comments into future designs.

• Reviewed and filed minutes from June 28, 2023
• Provided conceptual comments on Pier Underpass Improvement Project for staff to integrate into final design
• Provided conceptual comments on Los Molinos Sidewalk Plaques public art program

Investment Advisory Committee

The committee will review the fourth quarter investment report and discuss portfolio allocation within the current economic environment. The meeting also includes the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Review of 4th Quarter FY 2022-23 Investment Report
• Discussion on portfolio allocation and economic environment
• Approval of May 1, 2023, meeting minutes
• Total consolidated portfolio market value of $159,038,658 as of June 30, 2023

The committee approved the investment report for the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2022-23. Members discussed portfolio allocation and potential exposure to corporate debt. A representative from Chandler Asset Management will provide options for these allocations at the next meeting.

• Approved May 1, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved 4th Quarter FY 2022-23 Investment Report (4-0)

Zoning Administrator

The San Clemente Zoning Administrator is holding a regular meeting to discuss and decide on zoning-related items. The agenda includes draft minutes from a previous meeting and two specific cases: the Zebra House Cafe and the Goldschmidt Residence. No other details are provided in the agenda text.

• Draft minutes from the 6-22-23 Zoning Administrator regular meeting
• Zebra House Cafe item
• Goldschmidt Residence item

The Zoning Administrator approved a permit for beer and wine sales at a local café and a permit for alterations to a historic residence. Both projects were found Categorically Exempt from CEQA.

• Approved Minor Conditional Use Permit 23-154 for Zebra House Coffee, Beer & Wine to sell beer and wine for on or off-premises consumption (Resolution ZA23-013)
• Prohibited beer and wine sales via the Zebra House Coffee drive-thru window as a condition of approval
• Approved Minor Cultural Heritage Permit 22-239 for a 158 square foot addition and exterior alterations to the Goldschmidt Residence at 243 Avenida La Cuesta (Resolution ZA23-012)

City Council

The San Clemente City Council will hold a special and regular meeting on July 18, 2023, with a closed session and a full agenda of routine and substantive items. Key actions include a public hearing on sanitary sewer rates, a contract award for the FY 2023-2024 street improvement program, and an appeal of a minor conditional use permit for a beer and wine license. The council will also consider several ordinances, including one on commercial and recreational vehicle parking, and a resolution directing future repairs at Casa Romantica.

• Public hearing and first reading of ordinance relating to sanitary sewer rates
• Contract award for FY 2023-2024 street improvement program
• Appeal of Minor Conditional Use Permit 22-197 for Primo Foods beer and wine at 2801 S. El Camino Real
• Introduction of commercial and recreational vehicle parking ordinance
• Resolution directing future repairs at Casa Romantica

The City Council approved several infrastructure and operational contracts, including a street improvement project and a data protection system. The council also waived a beach policy for a surf contest and approved the FY 2023-24 Strategic Implementation Program.

• Awarded FY 2023-24 Street Improvement Program to Roy Allan Slurry Seal, Inc. for up to $2,754,072 plus a 10% contingency (5-0)
• Approved $137,011 contract with Savant Solutions, Inc. for Cohesity Data Protection System (5-0)
• Approved waiver of T-Street blackball policy for Red Bull Foam Wreckers Tour (5-0)
• Approved General Plan Strategic Implementation Program for FY 2023-24 (5-0)
• Authorized Spill Emergency Response Plan and future minor updates (5-0)
• Approved $8,677,428.13 total warrant register and $1,054,469.24 total payroll register (5-0)
• Delegated banking and custodial authority to the Mayor, City Manager, and City Treasurer (5-0)
• Approved City Council meeting minutes from June 20 and June 22, 2023 (5-0)

Design Review Subcommittee

The Regular Design Review Subcommittee meeting scheduled for July 12, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for July 26, 2023, at the Community Room, 910 Calle Negocio, San Clemente, CA 92673.

• Meeting cancellation notice
• Next meeting date: July 26, 2023 at 3:00 p.m.
• Location: Community Room, 910 Calle Negocio

Zoning Administrator

The regular meeting of the Zoning Administrator scheduled for July 6, 2023, was cancelled due to a lack of business. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 20, 2023, at the Community Development Department.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of business
• Next meeting: July 20, 2023, 3:00 p.m. at 910 Calle Negocio, San Clemente

Design Review Subcommittee

The San Clemente Design Review Subcommittee is meeting to review design-related items, with the primary item being the Sea Cliff Hotel restaurant proposal. The agenda includes draft minutes from previous meetings and staff reports and attachments for the hotel restaurant item.

• Review of Sea Cliff Hotel restaurant staff report and attachments
• Approval of draft meeting minutes from May 10 and May 24, 2023

The Design Review Subcommittee reviewed a proposal for a nine-unit motel and restaurant at 402 Pasadena Court. Following public comment and subcommittee discussion, the body agreed with staff's recommendation to require a second design review before the project proceeds to the Planning Commission.

• Approved minutes from May 10, 2023
• Approved minutes from May 24, 2023
• Required a second design review for Cultural Heritage Permit 23-084 / CUP 23-085 / Historic Demolition Permit 23-212 (Sea Cliff Boutique Motel and Restaurant)

City Council

This is a special City Council meeting agenda containing only the agenda document and supplemental information. No specific action items, decisions, or discussion topics are listed in the provided text.

The City Council authorized a contract with National Demographics, Inc. to provide services related to Council elections by district. The council also held a closed session regarding anticipated litigation under the California Voting Rights Act of 2001, though no reportable action was taken.

• Approved contract with National Demographics, Inc. not to exceed $16,000 for district election services (5-0)
• Waived reading in full of all Resolutions and Ordinances (5-0)

Zoning Administrator

The San Clemente Zoning Administrator is holding a regular meeting to consider two items: a beer and wine license for Jadore Cafe and a use permit for PetClemente Grooming Service. The agenda also includes approval of draft minutes from the May 18, 2023 meeting. No other substantive actions are listed.

• Jadore Cafe beer and wine application
• PetClemente Grooming Service application
• Approval of May 18, 2023 draft minutes

The Zoning Administrator approved two Minor Conditional Use Permits. One allows beer and wine sales at J’Adore Café, and the other permits a pet grooming business at 2727 Via Cascadita.

• Approved Resolution ZA23-010 for beer and wine sales at J'Adore Café, 165 Avenida Del Mar, Suite A
• Approved Resolution ZA23-011 for PetClemente pet grooming at 2727 Via Cascadita, Unit F

City Council

The San Clemente City Council will hold a regular meeting with a closed session, followed by consent items and regular agenda items. Key actions include a second reading of an ordinance modifying beach hours, several contract awards for services like pest control and maintenance, and a contract with Orange County for police services. The council will also discuss the operations of city commissions and consider re-establishing the Coastal Advisory Committee.

• Ordinance 1752 (second reading) modifying beach hours
• Contract award for annual cathodic protection system testing
• Contract award for CEQA review services
• FY 2023-24 contract with Orange County for police services
• Consideration of re-establishing the Coastal Advisory Committee

The City Council approved a warrant register totaling $6,807,714.17 and a payroll register of $475,322.44. Several maintenance contracts for landscaping, pest control, and infrastructure were awarded. A license agreement with the Orange County Transportation Authority for the Pedestrian Beach Trail was also authorized.

• Approved warrant register totaling $6,807,714.17 (5-0)
• Approved payroll register totaling $475,322.44 (5-0)
• Approved license agreement with OCTA for Pedestrian Beach Trail (5-0)
• Approved $209,838 contract with Universal Corrosion Services, LLC for cathodic protection testing (5-0)
• Approved $70,000 contract with Golden Bell Products, Inc. for sewer manhole insect control (5-0)
• Approved $44,852 annual contract with Animal Pest Management Services, Inc. for rodent control (5-0)
• Approved $39,800 annual contract with Ed Stewart and Associates, Inc. for landscape maintenance (5-0)
• Approved $535,000 annual contract with PSFM, Inc. for infield and track maintenance (5-0)

Design Review Subcommittee

The Design Review Subcommittee's regular meeting scheduled for June 14, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for June 28, 2023, at 3:00 p.m. in the Community Room at 910 Calle Negocio, San Clemente, CA 92673. This notice contains no agenda items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancelled for June 14, 2023
• Next meeting scheduled for June 28, 2023 at 3:00 p.m.
• Location: Community Room, 910 Calle Negocio, San Clemente, CA 92673

Beaches, Parks & Recreation Commission

The Beaches, Parks and Recreation Commission will review draft minutes from previous meetings, discuss improvements to the base of the pier underpass area, and consider a request to rename Vista Hermosa Sports Park. Public comments on the renaming have been submitted and are included in the agenda materials.

• Consideration of improvements and upgrades to the base of Pier Underpass area
• Request to rename Vista Hermosa Sports Park
• Public comments on renaming Vista Hermosa Sports Park
• Approval of draft minutes from 4-11-23 and 4-24-23 special meeting (AB 1234 training)

The Commission voted to take no action on a request to rename Vista Hermosa Sports Park. Additionally, the body recommended that the City Council consider a memorial for fallen first responders.

• Approved April 11, 2023 meeting minutes as amended (5-0)
• Approved April 24, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Decided to take no action on renaming Vista Hermosa Sports Park (4-0-1)
• Recommended City Council consider a memorial for fallen first responders (5-0)

City Council

This is a special City Council meeting focused on appointing members to the Human Affairs, Investment Advisory, and Public Safety committees. The agenda includes applicant lists for each committee, indicating the council will review and likely vote on appointments.

• Human Affairs Committee applicants review
• Investment Advisory Committee applicants review
• Public Safety Committee applicants review

The City Council held a special meeting to fill vacancies on the Human Affairs, Investment Advisory, and Public Safety committees. All appointments were approved unanimously.

• Appointed Cordell Bauer, Tyler Boden, and Lisa Edone to the Human Affairs Committee for terms expiring June 30, 2025 (5-0)
• Appointed Dick Veale to a one-year term on the Human Affairs Committee expiring June 30, 2024 (5-0)
• Appointed Art Carter (two-year term) and Amanda Conley (one-year term) to the Investment Advisory Committee (5-0)
• Appointed Nick Berkuta and Mark Rhoden to the Public Safety Committee for terms expiring June 30, 2025 (5-0)

City Council

The San Clemente City Council will consider adopting the Fiscal Year 2023-24 budget and establishing the appropriations limit. The agenda also includes several contract awards, notices of completion, and a license agreement, along with updates on pickleball courts and beach hours.

• Adoption of FY 2023-24 budget
• Contract award for FY 2023 as-needed pavement repairs (Tract 852)
• Contract amendment for managed security services
• License agreement with Abound Food Care for emergency meal storage
• Temporary modification of beach hours

The City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Budget and awarded a $515,000 pavement repair contract. The council also accepted notices of completion for street improvements and water reclamation plant electrical systems. Several residents spoke regarding safety concerns and the need for private security.

• Approved FY 2023-24 Budget (5-0)
• Awarded $515,000 pavement repair contract to ONYX Paving Company, Inc. (5-0)
• Accepted FY 2023 Street Improvement and Arterial Street Pavement Maintenance projects (5-0)
• Accepted Water Reclamation Plant Electrical Systems Replacement Phase I (5-0)
• Approved warrant register totaling $8,833,877.05 (5-0)
• Approved payroll register totaling $931,161.69 (5-0)
• Approved City Council meeting minutes from May 16 and May 23, 2023 (5-0)
• Received and filed Golf Course Committee and Beaches, Parks and Recreation Commission minutes (5-0)

City Council

This is a special City Council meeting with the sole purpose of considering applicants for appointments to the Beaches, Parks and Recreation Commission, the Golf Course Committee, and the Planning Commission. The agenda contains no other business items, only the applicant lists for these advisory bodies.

• Appointments to Beaches, Parks and Recreation Commission
• Appointments to Golf Course Committee
• Appointments to Planning Commission

The City Council appointed new members to the Beaches, Parks and Recreation Commission, the Planning Commission, and the Golf Course Committee. The Council also voted to add the reinstatement of the Coastal Advisory Committee to a future agenda.

• Appointed John Dow and Thor Johnson to the Beaches, Parks and Recreation Commission (5-0)
• Appointed Edward Kweskin to the Beaches, Parks and Recreation Commission (5-0)
• Appointed M. Steven Camp and Barton Crandell to the Planning Commission (5-0)
• Appointed Brent Davis to the Planning Commission (5-0)
• Appointed Rick Divel and Marc Veale to the Golf Course Committee (5-0)
• Approved agendizing the reinstatement of the Coastal Advisory Committee for June 20, 2023 (5-0)

CASA Joint Powers Authority

The Coastal Animal Services Authority Board of Directors will meet to review payroll warrants, discuss proposals for security cameras and legal services, and consider a 2.0% salary schedule increase. The meeting also includes updates on shelter operations and the Pet Project Foundation.

• Approval of payroll warrants for multiple periods in 2022 and 2023
• Staff report regarding a proposal for security cameras
• Staff report regarding a proposal for legal services
• Staff report regarding an estimate for cleaning services expansion
• Approval of a CASA salary schedule implementing a 2.0% increase

Design Review Subcommittee

The Design Review Subcommittee is meeting to review three residential projects: a second-story ADU at the Krogius residence, a project at the Goldschmidt residence, and an addition at the Nielsen residence. The agenda also includes approval of draft minutes from the May 10 meeting. No other substantive items are listed.

• Krogius Residence: 2nd story ADU
• Goldschmidt Residence: project review
• Nielsen Residence: addition with attachments 3, 4, and 5
• Approval of 5-10-23 draft meeting minutes

The subcommittee forwarded two architectural permit requests for historic residences to the Planning Commission and Zoning Administrator. A third request for a historic residence was sent back for revisions to address design and roofline concerns.

• Forwarded Architectural Permit 23-079 (Krogius Residence) to the Planning Commission
• Forwarded Minor Cultural Heritage Permit 22-239 (Goldschmidt Residence) to the Zoning Administrator
• Requested revisions for Cultural Heritage Permit 22-148/Architectural Permit 22-162 (Nielsen Residence) before reconsideration

City Council

The City Council conducted a multi-stage interview and voting process to fill a vacant council seat. After interviewing multiple applicants and narrowing the field, the Council voted to appoint Rick Loeffler for a term expiring November 2024.

• Appointed Rick Loeffler to vacant City Council seat (3-1)
• Denied appointment of Cameron Cosgrove (2-2)
• Denied appointment of Amatangelo Pasciuti (2-2)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:24 p.m. (4-0)

City Council

The City Council is holding a budget workshop to review the FY 2023 third quarter report and the proposed 2023-24 city budget. This is a discussion and review session, not a final adoption vote.

• FY 2023 3rd quarter financial report
• Proposed 2023-24 city budget

The City Council received and filed the third quarter financial report for fiscal year 2023. Council members held a budget workshop for fiscal year 2023-24 and deferred a decision on the Transient Occupancy Tax Modification.

• Approved receiving and filing the FY 2023 third quarter financial report (4-0)
• Deferred discussion and approval of the Transient Occupancy Tax Modification
• Agreed to schedule a workshop on unfunded pension liability and funding options

Zoning Administrator

The San Clemente Zoning Administrator is holding a regular meeting to review and decide on several planning items, including a residence, an addition and deck expansion, and a special event permit. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes. No other substantive matters are listed.

• Elybonadonna Residence
• Ragsdale Addition and Deck Expansion
• PPA Tour OC Cup at Lifetime Fitness
• Approval of draft minutes from 4-20-23

The Zoning Administrator approved two residential construction projects and a special activity permit for a sports event. Both residential projects were found exempt from CEQA. The pickleball tournament permit requires the use of San Clemente High School for main parking.

• Approved Minor Architectural Permit 22-424 and Minor Exception Permit 22-423 for a 735 sq ft addition and roof deck at 113 W. Mariposa
• Approved Minor Cultural Heritage Permit 22-364 for addition and deck expansion at 256 Avenida Lobeiro, limited to two bedrooms in Unit 4
• Approved Special Activities Permit 23-127 for the PPA Select Medical Orange County Cup pickleball tournament at 111 Avenida Vista Montana

City Council

The San Clemente City Council is meeting to consider a second reading of Ordinance 1750 on local vendor preference, and to decide whether to support state bills AB 882, AB 966, and SB 337. The council will also review license agreements for the beach trail and emergency meal storage, and discuss procedures to appoint a councilmember. Other items include parking enforcement during street sweeping, a trolley update, and the design of 24 pickleball courts at Steed Park.

• Ordinance 1750 (second reading) - local vendor preference
• Consideration of supporting AB 882, AB 966, and SB 337
• License agreement with OCTA for continued use of the beach trail
• License agreement with Abound Food Care for emergency meal storage
• Design of 24 pickleball courts at Steed Park

The City Council adopted Ordinance No. 1750 to establish a local vendor preference. The Council also authorized letters of support for two state assembly bills regarding coastal resources and shoreline erosion control.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1750 relating to a local vendor preference (4-0)
• Approved $1,051,050.66 in warrants and wire transfers (4-0)
• Authorized support for AB 882 regarding coastal resources advance payments (4-0)
• Authorized support for AB 966 regarding shoreline erosion control (4-0)
• Tabled letter of support for SB 337 regarding land and coastal waters conservation (4-0)
• Directed staff to renegotiate the San Clemente Beach Trail license agreement for 5-7 years (4-0)
• Directed staff to provide further analysis on Abound Food Care license agreement (3-1)
• Continued item regarding parking enforcement services for street sweeping (4-0)

Design Review Subcommittee

The Design Review Subcommittee is meeting to review a facade remodel for the South Carls Jr. location. The agenda includes draft minutes from prior meetings and the remodel proposal. No other substantive items are listed.

• South Carls Jr. facade remodel review
• Draft minutes from 3-29-23 and 4-12-23 meetings

Golf Course Committee

The Golf Course Committee voted 5-0 to recommend that the City Council amend the municipal code to prohibit electric bicycles and scooters on the San Clemente Municipal Golf Course. The committee also received and filed a quarterly activity report, heard updates on maintenance and tree planting, and discussed subcommittee reports on greens, clubhouse improvements, and finances. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved 5-0 to recommend City Council adopt ordinance banning electric bicycles and scooters from municipal golf course
• Approved 5-0 minutes of February 2, 2023 regular meeting
• Received and filed 3rd Quarter Golf Course Activity Report

Zoning Administrator

The regular May 4, 2023 meeting of the Zoning Administrator was cancelled due to a lack of business. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 18, 2023 at 3:00 p.m. at the Community Development Department, 910 Calle Negocio.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of business
• Next meeting: May 18, 2023, 3:00 p.m., 910 Calle Negocio

City Council

This is a special meeting of the San Clemente City Council. The agenda includes only a discussion of a council vacancy, with no other substantive items listed.

• Discussion of council vacancy

The City Council voted unanimously to direct the City Clerk to solicit applications to fill the vacant council seat, with a term expiring November 2024. Applications are due by May 15, 2023, and staff will return on May 16 with a process for interviewing and appointing a candidate. The council also received an update on the Casa Romantica landslide but took no action on it.

• Approved soliciting applications for council vacancy (4-0)
• Set application deadline for May 15, 2023
• Directed staff to return May 16 with interview and appointment process

City Council

The San Clemente City Council is meeting to approve minutes, warrants, and several contracts, including an emergency construction contract at the water reclamation plant and a first amendment to the housing element rezoning program contract. They will also discuss a local vendor preference code amendment, a mini golf facility lease at Vista Hermosa Sports Park, a sewer utility cost of service study, and an update on the Coastal Administrator position. The agenda includes a weed abatement item and a resignation from the Human Affairs Committee.

• Emergency construction contract at water reclamation plant
• First amendment to contract for housing element rezoning program
• Mini golf facility lease at Vista Hermosa Sports Park
• Code amendment for local vendor preference
• Sewer utility cost of service study

The City Council approved the Richard T. Steed Memorial Park/Baron Von Willard Dog Park Master Plan Update, including a modification to consider lights at pickleball courts in future development. The council also introduced a local vendor preference ordinance, approved a $54,000 increase for the Housing Element Rezoning Program contract, and authorized exclusive negotiations for a mini golf facility lease at Vista Hermosa Sports Park. All votes were 4-0.

• Approved Steed Park Master Plan Update with pickleball court lights consideration (4-0)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 1750 establishing a 7% local vendor preference (4-0)
• Approved $54,000 increase for Housing Element Rezoning Program contract with Precision Civil Engineering (4-0)
• Authorized exclusive negotiations with Salty Turf LLC for mini golf facility lease at 987 Avenida Vista Hermosa (4-0)
• Adopted weed abatement order for vacant properties (4-0)
• Ratified emergency contract with Vortex Industries for $23,700 door replacement at Water Reclamation Plant (4-0)
• Approved consent calendar including warrants totaling $3,740,380.12 and payroll of $448,930.58 (4-0)
• Approved minutes from April 18 and April 24, 2023 meetings (4-0)

Investment Advisory Committee

The Investment Advisory Committee is reviewing the city's investment report for the third quarter of fiscal year 2022-23. The meeting includes a discussion on broker dealer relationships and an update on the city's consolidated account profile.

• Review of 3rd Quarter FY 2022-23 Investment Report
• Discussion regarding Broker Dealer Relationships
• Total market value of consolidated accounts: $145,288,156

The committee approved the investment report for the third quarter of fiscal year 2022-23. Members also discussed current broker dealer relationships.

• Approved January 23, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved 3rd Quarter FY 2022-23 Investment Report (4-0)

Design Review Subcommittee

The regular Design Review Subcommittee meeting scheduled for April 26, 2023 has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for May 10, 2023 at 3:00 p.m. in the Community Room at 910 Calle Negocio, San Clemente, CA 92673. This notice contains no agenda items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancellation notice
• Next meeting scheduled for May 10, 2023 at 3:00 p.m.
• Location: Community Room, 910 Calle Negocio, San Clemente, CA 92673

City Council

The San Clemente City Council is holding a special meeting to consider an emergency contract for a preliminary geotechnical landslide evaluation at Casa Romantica. The agenda includes a proposed contract with LGC Geotechnical, with supplemental materials provided. This is a single-item special meeting focused on addressing the landslide issue.

• Emergency contract for preliminary geotechnical landslide evaluation at Casa Romantica
• Contract with LGC Geotechnical

The City Council approved an emergency professional services agreement for a geotechnical landslide evaluation at Casa Romantica. The project was determined to be categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

• Approved Contract No. 23-18 with LGC Geotechnical, Inc. for landslide evaluation at Casa Romantica, not to exceed $75,000 (3-0)
• Determined Casa Romantica project is categorically exempt from CEQA under Class 6 (3-0)
• Found that an emergency exists due to potential slope failure requiring immediate action (3-0)
• Waived reading in full of all Resolutions and Ordinances (3-0)

City Council

The San Clemente City Council is holding a special meeting solely for the biannual AB 1234 ethics training, presented by City Attorney Mitchell. No other business will be conducted. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 2, 2023.

• AB 1234 biannual ethics training for elected officials
• Presentation by City Attorney Mitchell
• No other business to be transacted
• Next regular meeting on May 2, 2023

The City Council held a special meeting for the purpose of receiving biannual ethics training. No legislative decisions or votes were recorded.

• Completed AB 1234 Biannual Ethics Training for elected officials

Zoning Administrator

The San Clemente Zoning Administrator is holding a regular meeting on April 20, 2023. The agenda includes consideration of draft minutes from the February 23, 2023 meeting and a separate item related to Hammerslag Arbor. No other substantive items are listed.

• Draft minutes of the February 23, 2023 Zoning Administrator regular meeting
• Item 4A: Hammerslag Arbor

The Zoning Administrator approved a Minor Exception Permit for the construction of a new arbor at 513 Avenida Presidio. The project was determined to be categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act.

• Approved Minor Exception Permit 23-037 for Hammerslag Arbor at 513 Avenida Presidio (Resolution ZA23-006)
• Determined project is Categorically Exempt from CEQA under Section 15303

City Council

The San Clemente City Council will consider several items, including a plan for North Beach, rescinding a water shortage alert, and a contract amendment for housing element rezoning. They will also discuss a resolution opposing state bill AB 1078 and changes to the 2023 meeting schedule.

• North Beach Placemaking Plan consideration
• Resolution to rescind Water Shortage Level 2 alert (Resolution No. 22-27)
• Contract amendment for Housing Element Rezoning Program
• Resolution opposing California Assembly Bill 1078
• Grant application for Historic Resources Survey update

The City Council approved several financial registers, a grant application for a historic resources survey, and a duplex condominium subdivision map. The Council also received updates on homelessness and a slope failure at Casa Romantica.

• Approved warrant register totaling $5,541,863.36 (5-0)
• Approved payroll register totaling $903,763.14 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-18 for a Certified Local Government Grant to update the 2006 Historic Resources Survey (5-0)
• Approved participation in the Public Providers Ground Emergency Medical Transport Intergovernmental Transfer Program (5-0)
• Approved Final Parcel Map 2020-121 for duplex condominium subdivision at 411 Avenida Victoria (5-0)
• Approved City Council regular meeting minutes of April 4, 2023 (5-0)

Design Review Subcommittee

The Design Review Subcommittee is meeting to review a city antenna permit application (23-103) from Dish Wireless for a telecommunications facility. The agenda contains only this single substantive item, with no other decisions or discussions listed.

• Review of City Antenna Permit 23-103 for Dish Wireless telecommunications facility

The Design Review Subcommittee reviewed a request to install antennas and equipment on a light standard and enclosure at 2916 Via Gorgonio. The subcommittee supported the alternative two design and recommended the project move to the Zoning Administrator for final consideration.

• Recommended approval of City Antenna Permit 23-103 (Dish Wireless) alternative two design

Beaches, Parks & Recreation Commission

The Beaches, Parks & Recreation Commission will review and discuss several items, including potential improvements to the base of the pier underpass, an unsolicited proposal for Raw Elements sunscreen stations, a youth sports recreation partnership policy, and the history of San Gorgonio Park decisions. The agenda also includes approval of draft minutes from a previous meeting.

• Consideration of improvements and upgrades to the base of the pier underpass
• Unsolicited proposal for installation of Raw Elements sunscreen stations
• Youth sports recreation partnership policy review
• History of San Gorgonio Park decisions
• Approval of draft minutes from 2-14-23

The Commission determined that a miniature golf facility is appropriate for the Vista Hermosa Sports Park and directed staff to negotiate with Salty Turf, LLC. Other actions included recommending a sports partnership for Elite Soccer and a fee waiver for the Hawaiian Surf Club of San Onofre.

• Approved exclusive negotiations with Salty Turf, LLC for miniature golf at Vista Hermosa Sports Park (6-0-1)
• Recommended City Council grant Gold Sports Partnership status to Elite Soccer for one year with a possible one-year extension (6-0-1)
• Recommended City Council approve a one-time rental fee waiver up to $1,245 for the Hawaiian Surf Club of San Onofre (7-0)
• Confirmed December 14, 2021 recommendation for City Council to approve the Second Draft Design of the Richard T. Steed Memorial Park Master Plan (5-2)
• Approved minutes of the December 13, 2022 meeting (6-0-1)

City Council

The San Clemente City Council will consider several policy items, including a local vendor preference ordinance, a resolution opposing California Assembly Bill 1078, and adoption of the 2023-2024 Annual Action Plan for Community Development Block Grant funds. The council will also review a part-time classification and compensation study, updates to city council policies, and registration fees for the Junior Lifeguard Program. Other items include ratifying a decision on an encroachment permit appeal and accepting completion of erosion repairs at Richard T. Steed Park.

• Adoption of 2023-2024 Annual Action Plan for CDBG funds
• Local vendor preference ordinance consideration
• Resolution opposing California Assembly Bill 1078
• Junior Lifeguard Program registration fees and policies
• Acceptance of Richard T. Steed Park slope erosion repairs

The City Council approved a settlement agreement regarding National Prescription Opiate Litigation and adopted the 2023-24 Annual Action Plan for Community Development Block Grant funds. Other actions included adjusting Junior Lifeguard program fees and adopting new pay grades for part-time employees.

• Approved settlement for MDL No. 2804 National Prescription Opiate Litigation (4-0)
• Approved $1,289,660.67 in warrant payments (4-0)
• Reversed revocation of Administrative Encroachment Permit E22-0112 at 4055 Via Manzana (4-0)
• Accepted completion of Richard T. Steed Park Slope Erosion Repairs by O'Connell Engineering and Construction, Inc. (4-0)
• Approved letter of support for Assembly Bill 1708 (3-1) and letter of opposition for Senate Bill 423 (4-0)
• Adopted 2023-24 CDBG Annual Action Plan, allocating $10,815 to Boys and Girls Club and accepting $314,259 in HUD revenues (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-12 adjusting Junior Lifeguard program fees (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-13 for hourly part-time classification pay grade changes (4-0)

Design Review Subcommittee

The Design Review Subcommittee is meeting to review three design-related items: a balcony project, a distillery kitchen, and a residence. The agenda also includes approval of draft minutes from a previous meeting. All items are under review and no final decisions are noted in the agenda.

• Review of Lohmann balcony project
• Review of Drift Distillery kitchen project
• Review of Elybonna Donna residence with attached plans
• Approval of draft minutes from March 15, 2023

The Design Review Subcommittee recommended approval for a second story addition and rooftop deck at 113 W. Mariposa. It also recommended approval for a balcony guardrail replacement at 101 Via Bellas Artes and provided architectural feedback for a proposed distillery at 119 S. El Camino Real.

• Recommended approval for full glass balcony at 101 Via Bellas Artes
• Recommended that 113 W. Mariposa project be advanced to the Zoning Administrator for approval
• Recommended that Drift Distillery and Kitchen applicant coordinate with architect to update architectural elements

City Council

The City Council approved a special counsel services agreement with Best, Best & Krieger for transitional city attorney services. The Council also directed the City Manager to analyze public safety issues in North Beach/Del Mar and determine if a request for proposal for security services is necessary.

• Approved Contract No. C23-15 with Best, Best & Krieger for special counsel services (4-1)
• Directed staff to report anticipated costs for the transition from Best, Best and Krieger to Burke, Williams and Sorensen by April 18, 2023
• Tabled Resolution No. 23-10 regarding a trial contract with Gatekeepers Security Services Inc.
• Approved direction for City Manager to analyze North Beach/Del Mar public safety issues and potentially issue an RFP for security services (3-2)

Zoning Administrator

The regular meeting of the Zoning Administrator scheduled for March 23, 2023, was cancelled due to a lack of business. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 20, 2023, at the Community Development Department, First Floor Community Room, 910 Calle Negocio, San Clemente.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of business
• Next meeting: April 20, 2023, 3:00 p.m. at 910 Calle Negocio

City Council

The San Clemente City Council is meeting to handle a range of routine and administrative items, including contract awards and amendments, grant applications, and appointments. The agenda includes a public hearing on an encroachment permit appeal and several consent calendar items covering financial certifications, ordinance readings, and program updates.

• Contract amendment for Avenida Pico Class 1 bike/pedestrian path Phase 1 and Avenida Pico widening (I-5 to Frontera)
• Financial assistance application to State Water Resources Control Board for Water Recycling Funding Program
• Grant application to Bureau of Reclamation for WaterSMART Water Recycling and Desalination Planning Program
• Contract award for legislative advocacy services
• Appointment of Burke, Williams and Sorensen for city attorney services

The City Council appointed a new legal services firm and scheduled a special meeting to address homeless issues. The council also reversed the revocation of an encroachment permit and approved several youth sports partnership renewals.

• Approved contract for legal services with Burke, Williams and Sorensen LLP (5-0)
• Scheduled Special Meeting for March 27, 2023 to consider Gatekeepers Security contract for homeless issues (5-0)
• Tabled motion for staff to provide long-term and short-term homelessness action plans (3-2)
• Reversed revocation and reinstated Administrative Encroachment Permit E22-0112 (5-0)
• Approved Platinum Partnership status for AYSO Region 111, San Clemente Little League, and South Coast Youth Football (5-0)
• Approved Platinum Partnership for San Clemente Girls Softball for spring 2023 (5-0)
• Approved Gold Partnership status for Elite Soccer League (5-0)
• Approved $300 per hour contract for Legislative Advocacy Services with Aprea & Micheli (5-0)

Design Review Subcommittee

The San Clemente Design Review Subcommittee is meeting to review two design proposals: a roof deck project and an AT&T wireless facility. The agenda includes draft minutes from the previous meeting and supporting materials for both items.

• Karabetian roof deck project review
• AT&T wireless facility review with plans, photo simulations, and example projects

The subcommittee reviewed two architectural projects and requested revisions for both before further consideration. No final approvals were granted for the permit requests.

• Approved February 15, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Recommended staff reconsider classification of 522 Avenida Victoria roof deck as a major remodel requiring Planning Commission review
• Requested revised plans for 522 Avenida Victoria to demonstrate compliance with City codes and Pier Bowl Specific Plan
• Requested redesign of AT&T wireless equipment enclosures at 3700 South El Camino Real to better integrate with Spanish Colonial Revival architecture

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator's regular meeting scheduled for March 9, 2023, was cancelled due to a lack of business. The next regular meeting is set for March 23, 2023, at 3:00 p.m. at the Community Development Department, 910 Calle Negocio, San Clemente.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of business
• Next meeting: March 23, 2023, 3:00 p.m., 910 Calle Negocio

City Council

The San Clemente City Council will review minutes, certify warrants, and consider several action items including bike lane and stop sign improvements on Calle del Cerro, a fee waiver for a Polynesian festival, a contract amendment for legislative advocacy, and a supplemental budget for golf course maintenance. They will also discuss emergency actions to assist unsheltered individuals during inclement weather, initiate a pedestrian street encroachment ordinance, and consider code enforcement legal services and a code cleanup ordinance.

• Calle del Cerro bike lane and stop sign improvements
• Fee waiver request for Hawaiian Surf Club of San Onofre 2023 Polynesian Festival
• Contract amendment for legislative advocacy services
• Golf course maintenance supplemental budget appropriation
• Emergency actions to assist unsheltered individuals during inclement weather

The City Council voted to use $50,000 earmarked for inclement weather assistance to hire a private security firm for beach ordinance enforcement. Additionally, the Council approved road improvements on Calle Del Cerro and transitioned code enforcement legal services to Civica Law Group, APC.

• Approved hiring private security for beach ordinance enforcement using $50,000 in emergency funds (5-0)
• Directed City Manager to collaborate with Orange County on housing, specifying no shelters in San Clemente (4-1)
• Approved bike lane restriping and new stop signs at Calle Del Cerro and Avenida Vista Montana (4-0-1)
• Initiated municipal code amendment to regulate dangerous pedestrian street encroachments (5-0)
• Terminated Silver & Wright LLP contracts and approved Civica Law Group, APC for code enforcement legal services (5-0)
• Approved $66,000 supplemental appropriation for golf course tree maintenance and storm repair (5-0)
• Approved one-time facility rental fee waiver up to $1,245 for 2023 Polynesian Festival and Luau (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 1749 regarding City Manager authority to dispose of claims against the City (5-0)

City Council

The Council approved mid-year budget adjustments and several reserve fund transfers for FY 2023-24. Members voted to allocate a portion of Transient Occupancy Tax and reduce the General Fund reserve to pay down unfunded pension liabilities. Staff was also directed to present options for an emergency weather homeless shelter.

• Approved FY 2022-23 mid-year budget adjustments (5-0)
• Transferred $400,000 to Facilities Maintenance Reserve and $300,000 to Park Asset Reserve for FY 2023-24 (5-0)
• Transferred $2,000,000 from Water Operating Reserve to Water Depreciation Reserve (5-0)
• Allocated one-third of Transient Occupancy Tax toward unfunded pension liability (3-2)
• Reduced General Fund reserve balance from 20% to 18% to pay down unfunded pension liability (3-2)
• Accepted Information Technology Strategic Plan Update (5-0)
• Modified $1,000,000 Section 115 trust funding for a one-time Public Safety Pension Plan payment (5-0)
• Directed staff to present inclement weather shelter options at March 7, 2023 meeting

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator is reviewing a request from Surfside Pizza to add an outdoor patio and serve beer and wine. The meeting will also consider approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Surfside Pizza outdoor patio and beer and wine application
• Approval of February 9, 2023 meeting minutes

The Zoning Administrator approved a Minor Conditional Use Permit and Minor Architectural Permit for Surfside Pizza at 216 Avenida Vaquero. The decision allows for a seven-seat outdoor dining area on private property and the service of beer and wine. The project was determined to be Categorically Exempt from CEQA.

• Approved Minor Conditional Use Permit 21-358 for beer and wine service and outdoor dining
• Approved Minor Architectural Permit 22-040 for the outdoor patio
• Adopted Resolution ZA23-005
• Required applicant to delineate construction limits for field verification by City Planner prior to building
• Required outdoor patio enclosure paint to match existing building roof eaves and columns

City Council

The City Council is meeting to approve minutes, warrants, and several contracts, including amendments for senior mobility and tree maintenance, a police fleet vehicle purchase, and a contract for automatic license plate readers. They will also accept notices of completion for water and catch basin projects.

• Contract amendment for Senior Mobility Program
• Contract amendment and supplemental budget appropriation for tree maintenance
• Additional services agreement for automatic license plate readers
• Purchase of police services fleet vehicle to replace vehicles 2010 and 2072
• Notices of completion for water reclamation plant sluice gate replacement and citywide catch basins rehabilitation

The City Council approved over $5.2 million in warrant payments and several service contracts, including a $219,700 agreement for license plate readers. Council also directed staff to apply for a Clean Mobility Options grant and study a potential ban on 5-axle trucks on Avenida Vista Hermosa.

• Approved warrant register totaling $5,208,129.31 (5-0)
• Approved $219,700 contract with Flock Group, Inc. for automatic license plate readers (5-0)
• Approved $50,000 budget increase and contract amendment for West Coast Arborists, Inc. (3-2)
• Approved $54,802 contract with Electrical Safety Specialists, LLC for an Arc Flash Study (5-0)
• Approved purchase of 2024 Chevrolet Express van and $12,605 supplemental appropriation (5-0)
• Directed staff to submit Clean Mobility Options grant application by March 1, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved contract extension for California Yellow Cab senior mobility program (5-0)
• Directed staff to evaluate banning 5-axle trucks and bicycle safety on Avenida Vista Hermosa

City Council

This is a special meeting with a closed session to discuss the appointment of a City Attorney and labor negotiations with that position. The council will also hear a report on the closed session before adjourning. No public business decisions are on the agenda.

• Closed session: public employee appointment for City Attorney
• Closed session: conference with labor negotiators regarding City Attorney
• Closed session report by City Attorney

Design Review Subcommittee

The Design Review Subcommittee is meeting to review a proposed pergola at the Miramar Food Hall. The agenda also includes approval of the draft minutes from the December 14, 2022 meeting. No other substantive items are listed.

• Review of Miramar Food Hall pergola
• Approval of draft minutes from 12-14-2022

The Design Review Subcommittee reviewed a request to expand a courtyard pergola and add a solid roof for wedding ceremonies at 150 West Avenida Pico. The subcommittee concluded the proposal does not maintain the ethos of the 2017 entitlements and would reduce the quality of the approved project.

• Approved December 14, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)

Beaches, Parks & Recreation Commission

The Beaches, Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to review several items, including a sports partnership with the Elite Soccer League, a fee waiver request from the Hawaiian Surf Club, an update on the Richard T Steed Park master plan environmental review, and a proposal for a miniature golf course at Vista Hermosa Sports Park. The agenda also includes approval of draft minutes from a previous meeting. Public comment is scheduled for the soccer partnership item.

• Review of Elite Soccer League sports partnership
• Fee waiver request from Hawaiian Surf Club of San Clemente
• Richard T Steed Park master plan update and environmental review
• Miniature golf proposal for Vista Hermosa Sports Park lease site
• Approval of 12-13-22 draft minutes

The Commission approved a proposal for a miniature golf facility at Vista Hermosa Sports Park and recommended exclusive negotiations with Salty Turf, LLC. Other actions included recommending a fee waiver for the Hawaiian Surf Club of San Onofre and a sports partnership for Elite Soccer.

• Approved exclusive negotiations with Salty Turf, LLC for miniature golf at Vista Hermosa Sports Park (6-0-1)
• Recommended City Council approve a one-time rental fee waiver up to $1,245 for Hawaiian Surf Club of San Onofre (7-0)
• Recommended City Council grant Gold Sports Partnership status to Elite Soccer for one year with one possible extension (6-0-1)
• Confirmed December 14, 2021 recommendation for City Council to approve Richard T. Steed Memorial Park Second Draft Design (5-2)
• Approved minutes of December 13, 2022 meeting (6-0-1)

Zoning Administrator

The San Clemente Zoning Administrator is holding a regular meeting to review two permit applications: a Minor Conditional Use Permit for South County Fitness and a Sign Adjustment Permit for American Crown Circus. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes. No other substantive items are listed.

• MCUP 22-403: Minor Conditional Use Permit for South County Fitness
• SAP 23-009: Sign Adjustment Permit for American Crown Circus
• Approval of draft minutes from January 19, 2023

The Zoning Administrator approved a Minor Conditional Use Permit for a Pilates studio and a Special Activities Permit for a circus event. Both projects were determined to be Categorically Exempt from CEQA.

• Approved Minor Conditional Use Permit 22-403 for South County Fitness Pilates Studio at 655 Camino de Los Mares, Suite 128 (Resolution ZA23-003)
• Approved Special Activities Permit 23-009 for American Crown Circus 2023 at the Outlets at San Clemente

City Council

The San Clemente City Council will vote on several contracts, fee changes, and policy items, including a pilot trolley route, an anti-camping compliance action plan, and a zoning amendment. They will also consider an appeal for a beer and wine permit and a dredging vessel application.

• Contract award for Avenida Montalvo Canyon and Trail Improvement
• Contract amendment for delivery of 12.5% sodium hypochlorite
• Resolution to amend golf course fees
• Appeal of minor conditional use permit for Primo Foods beer and wine at 2801 S. El Camino Real
• Consideration of pilot Green Line trolley route

The City Council voted to deny a Minor Conditional Use Permit for off-site beer and wine sales at Primo Foods Beer and Wine. Other key actions included establishing a new trolley pilot route and forming a sand replenishment subcommittee.

• Denied Minor Conditional Use Permit 22-197 for Primo Foods Beer and Wine (2-3)
• Approved 'Green Line' Trolley pilot for March 11 to May 21, 2023 (5-0)
• Established Sand and Beach Nourishment Subcommittee with members Cabral and Enmeier (5-0)
• Approved $180,000 contract with Diamond Construction for Avenida Montalvo Canyon and Trail Improvement (5-0)
• Approved $714,450 supplemental appropriation for Cyprus Shore Pump Station emergency operation (5-0)
• Approved $98,460 contract with O’Connell Engineering and Construction for Richard T. Steed Park slope repairs (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-04 amending policies for electing Mayor, Mayor Pro Tem, and commission appointments (5-0)
• Re-elected Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock to the office of Mayor Pro Tem (3-2)

Golf Course Committee

The Golf Course Committee prioritized several improvement projects, including a new rough mower and fence reconstruction. The committee also recommended that City Council approve funding to replace trees damaged during a January 23 storm.

• Approved minutes from November 3, 2022 (5-0)
• Prioritized replacing storm-damaged trees, reconstructing the #9 green wood fence, and purchasing a new rough mower (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approve funding to replace damaged trees on #2 green, #3 right, #5 left, and #8 left (5-0)

Design Review Subcommittee

The Regular Design Review Subcommittee meeting scheduled for January 25, 2023, at 3:00 p.m. has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for February 15, 2023, at 3:00 p.m. in the Community Room at 910 Calle Negocio, San Clemente, CA 92673. This agenda contains only a cancellation notice and no substantive items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting of January 25, 2023 cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for February 15, 2023 at 3:00 p.m.
• Location: Community Room, 910 Calle Negocio, San Clemente, CA 92673

Investment Advisory Committee

The Investment Advisory Committee will review the 2nd Quarter FY 2022-23 investment report, discuss broker dealer relationships, and talk about City Council changes to the committee's composition. The committee will also consider approving minutes from the October 24, 2022 meeting.

• Discuss broker dealer relationships
• Discuss council changes to composition of Investment Advisory Committee
• Review 2nd Quarter FY 2022-23 Investment Report
• Approve minutes from October 24, 2022 meeting

The committee approved the investment report for the second quarter of fiscal year 2022-23. Discussion was held regarding potential investments in a desalination facility. One item regarding broker dealer relationships was tabled.

• Approved October 24, 2022 minutes (5-0)
• Approved 2nd Quarter FY 2022-23 Investment Report (5-0)
• Tabled broker dealer relationships

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator approved a permit to add massage-technician employees to a spa and authorized a residential remodel and addition. Both projects were determined to be Categorically Exempt from CEQA.

• Approved Minor Conditional Use Permit 22-299 for SC Body Care Spa at 1001 Avenida Pico, Suite J (Resolution ZA23-001)
• Approved Minor Cultural Heritage Permit 22-137 and Minor Exception Permit 22-361 for Hager-Lannen Remodel and Addition at 216 Avenida Victoria (Resolution ZA23-003)

City Council

The San Clemente City Council will hold its regular meeting on January 17, 2023, with a full agenda of decisions and discussions. Key items include a second reading of an ordinance on urban lot splits and two-unit projects (SB9), a pilot trolley route, and the appointment of a new city manager. The council will also consider several contracts, fee changes, and an appeal of an encroachment permit.

• Ordinance 1748 (second reading) on urban lot splits and two-unit projects (SB9)
• Pilot Green Line trolley route consideration
• Appointment of Andy Hall as City Manager
• Contract award for Calafia Pump Station flow meter and vault replacement
• Contract award for classification and compensation study for full-time city employees

The City Council appointed Andy Hall as City Manager and approved a $404,550 contract for pickleball court design at Richard T. Steed Memorial Sports Park. The Council also adopted an ordinance regulating urban lot splits and two-unit projects under SB9. Several infrastructure project completions were accepted and various service contracts were awarded.

• Approved employment agreement for Andy Hall as City Manager (5-0)
• Approved $404,550 contract with RJM Design Group, Inc. for Richard T. Steed Memorial Park pickleball courts (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1748 to regulate urban lot splits and two-unit projects under SB9 (5-0)
• Approved $79,500 contract with Vicon Enterprise, Inc. for Calafia Pump Station Flow Meter and Vault Replacement (5-0)
• Approved $79,600 contract with Ewing Consulting for employee classification and compensation study (5-0)
• Approved $40,000 contract amendment for Geosyntec Consultants for Water Quality Management (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-01 to apply for California Department of Water Resources drought relief grant (5-0)
• Continued public hearing on Encroachment Permit E22-0112 appeal to March 21, 2023 (5-0)

Design Review Subcommittee

The Regular Design Review Subcommittee meeting scheduled for January 11, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for January 25, 2023, at 3:00 p.m. in the Community Room, 910 Calle Negocio, San Clemente, CA 92673. This notice contains no agenda items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancellation notice for January 11, 2023
• Next meeting scheduled for January 25, 2023 at 3:00 p.m.
• Location: Community Room, 910 Calle Negocio, San Clemente, CA 92673

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator's regular meeting scheduled for January 5, 2023, at 3:00 p.m. has been cancelled due to a lack of business. The next regular meeting is noted as Thursday, December 22, 2022, at 3:00 p.m. at the Community Development Department, First Floor Community Room, 910 Calle Negocio, San Clemente. This agenda contains only a cancellation notice and no substantive items for discussion or decision.

• Cancellation of January 5, 2023 regular meeting due to lack of business
• Next meeting listed as December 22, 2022 at 3:00 p.m. at 910 Calle Negocio