Goleta public meetings in 2025
67 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The Goleta City Council will consider approving contracts for library operations, professional design services, and a safe parking program, along with adopting a legislative platform for 2026 and accepting financial reports.
- Adopt 2026 Legislative Platform
- Approve $60,000 Safe Parking Program contract
- Approve $166,323 Docusign contract amendment
- Approve $201,282 MNS Engineers contract amendment
- Approve $100,000 DKS Associates contract amendment
Design Review Board
The Goleta Design Review Board will meet to review and approve final plans for a sign at 5737 Hollister Avenue, a fence at 210 Old Ranch Drive, and transit improvements at 5353 Overpass Road. The board will also confirm its 2026 meeting schedule.
- Approve sign at 5737 Hollister Avenue (Case 25-0049-ZC)
- Review fence at 210 Old Ranch Drive (Case 24-0025-DRB)
- Approve transit improvements at 5353 Overpass Road (Case 25-0009-DP)
- Approve final review of site improvements at 250/270 Storke Rd
- Approve final review of service shop changes at 5611 Hollister Ave
Planning Commission
The Goleta Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to recommend an ordinance amending the Municipal Code regarding Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units (JADUs). The body will also conduct a workshop on the City's Local Coastal Program.
- Public hearing to recommend ordinance amending Section 17.41.030 regarding ADUs and JADUs
- Local Coastal Program workshop to receive presentation and public feedback
- Approval of Planning Commission meeting minutes from October 27, 2025
City Council
The Goleta City Council will hold public hearings to adopt the 2025 California Building Standards Codes, including local amendments and a new Wildland-Urban Interface Code, and re-adopt the Electric Vehicle Reach Code. The council will also consider initiating a General Plan Amendment to change the land use designation of 33 South La Patera Lane from Business Park to Office Institutional. Consent calendar items include ratification of commission appointments, approval of contracts (including a $1.19 million parks tree maintenance agreement), and a second reading of zoning amendments.
- Public hearing: Adoption of 2025 Building Codes with local amendments and new Wildland-Urban Interface Code
- Public hearing: Re-adoption of Electric Vehicle (EV) Reach Code
- Consideration of initiation of General Plan Amendment for 33 South La Patera Lane
- Award of parks tree maintenance contract to West Coast Arborists, Inc. for up to $1,190,500
- Amendment to DKS Associates agreement for Development Impact Fee Nexus Study, increasing by $75,555
Goleta RDA Successor Agency
The Goleta RDA Successor Agency will consider adopting a proposed administrative budget and a recognized obligation payment schedule for the fiscal year starting July 1, 2026. The meeting will also include a public forum and adjourn to the City Council meeting.
- Adopt Resolution No. 25-__ for Administrative Budget (July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027)
- Adopt Resolution No. 25-__ for Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027)
- Public forum for non-agenda items
- Adjourn to City Council meeting
City Council
The City Council will conduct candidate interviews for the Historic Preservation Commission, Public Engagement Commission, and Library Advisory Commission. The Council will select nominees for mayoral appointments to each commission, including a youth member for the Public Engagement Commission. This item will be continued to the December 2, 2025 meeting for ratification of the appointments.
- Interviews for Historic Preservation Commission candidates
- Interviews for Public Engagement Commission candidates, including a youth member
- Interviews for Library Advisory Commission candidates (one Goleta resident, one unincorporated resident)
- Selection of two nominees for Historic Preservation Commission mayoral appointment
- Continuation of the item to December 2, 2025 for final ratification
City Council
The Goleta City Council will approve the November 4 meeting minutes and consider several ordinance actions, including a second reading of the amendment to encampment, vehicle camping, and administrative citations and a second reading of the Public Art Review Board ordinance. The council will also review the 2026 meeting and City Hall holiday schedule, adopt the 2025 California Building Standards Code, and set public hearings for the Electric Vehicle Reach Code and zoning amendments. These items are presented for first‑reading or schedule adoption as noted on the agenda.
- Second reading (by title only) of Ordinance No. 25‑477 amending encampment, vehicle camping, and administrative citations (Agenda A.2)
- Second reading (by title only) of Ordinance No. 25‑468 adding Chapter 2.20 “Public Art Review Board” and related resolutions (Agenda A.3)
- Adoption of the 2025 California Building Standards Code (Ordinance No. 25‑474) (Agenda D.1)
- First reading and public hearing set for the Electric Vehicle Reach Code amendment (Ordinance No. 25‑416) (Agenda C.1)
- Consideration of the 2026 City Council meeting schedule and City Hall holiday closure (Agenda A.4)
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission will review and provide recommendations for the draft Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Annual Work Program for the Parks and Recreation and Parks and Open Space Divisions. The body will also adopt its meeting calendar for 2026.
- Review of Proposed Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Draft Annual Work Program
- Adoption of 2026 meeting dates and 6:00 pm start time
- Approval of September 10, 2025 meeting minutes
Design Review Board
The Design Review Board will conduct preliminary and final reviews for two development projects. The board will also consider continuing two other items to a December meeting.
- Preliminary review of Hangar 5 and Quonset Huts Project at 135 Castilian Drive
- Conceptual, preliminary, and final review of Pini Rehabilitation and Additions at 7299 Alameda Ave
- Proposed continuation of Santa Barbara Metropolitan Transit District Phase II 5353 Overpass Road to December 9, 2025
- Proposed continuation of Designer Cuts Signage at 5737 Hollister Ave to December 9, 2025
Public Engagement Commission
The Public Engagement Commission will approve the minutes from its May 21, 2025 meeting. It will receive a presentation on the Community Relations Annual Outreach Recap for Fiscal Year 2024/25 and gather input on social‑media engagement and district education. The commission will then discuss and adopt the meeting dates for 2026, keeping a 6:00 p.m. start time.
- Approve Public Engagement Commission meeting minutes of May 21, 2025 (Agenda item A.1 25-458)
- Presentation of the Community Relations Annual Outreach Recap for FY 2024/25 (Agenda item B.1 25-447)
- Input on increasing engagement on the city’s social‑media channels
- Feedback on ways to educate the community about Goleta’s four districts
- Select and adopt meeting dates for 2026 with a 6:00 p.m. start time (Agenda item C.1 25-459)
City Council
The Goleta City Council will meet on November 4, 2025 to consider several agenda items. Items include routine consent calendar approvals, a $113,000 purchase of e‑books and audiobooks for the Library Division, and the first reading of an ordinance establishing a Public Art Review Board. The council will also consider dissolving the Standing Naming Committee and adopting a revised Naming Policy, and an ordinance amending encampment and vehicle camping regulations.
- Approve City Council meeting minutes from October 21, 2025 (Consent Calendar A.1)
- Authorize OverDrive digital content purchase for Library Division: $64,000 FY 2025/26 and $49,000 FY 2026/27 ($113,000 total) (A.4)
- First reading of ordinance adding Chapter 2.20 “Public Art Review Board” to the Municipal Code (C.1)
- Adopt revised City of Goleta Naming Policy, repealing prior naming resolutions (C.2)
- First reading of ordinance amending encampment, vehicle camping, and administrative citation regulations (C.3)
Design Review Board
The Goleta Design Review Board will meet to review and potentially approve sign plans for two properties and provide comments on two conceptual projects. The meeting will also include the approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Review and approve minutes from October 14, 2025
- Approve sign plans for 5860–5878 Hollister Avenue
- Approve sign plans for 215 Pacific Oaks Road
- Provide comments on Santa Barbara Metropolitan Transit District Phase II
- Provide comments on New Anthem Church Building and Associated Improvements
Planning Commission
The Goleta Planning Commission will review and potentially recommend adopting amendments to the city's zoning and subdivision codes to align with state planning laws. The meeting will also include approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Review and approve Planning Commission meeting minutes from June 9 and August 25, 2025
- Public hearing on amendments to Title 16 (Subdivisions) and Title 17 (Zoning)
- Recommendation to adopt a resolution for the zoning code changes
- Determination that the amendments are exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act
City Council
The Goleta City Council will consider several approvals, including the adoption of a 2026 Ad Hoc Legislative Issues Committee and the acceptance of recent meeting minutes. It will vote on contract amendments for the San Jose Creek Multipurpose Path and the 2025 Arterial Pavement Project, as well as authorize a bid advertisement for the Community Center skylight replacement and a $35,000 purchase of a parking enforcement vehicle. The agenda’s centerpiece is the approval of plans, specifications, and a $2,607,919.86 construction contract for the Citywide Traffic Signal Upgrade Project.
- Approve $2,607,919.86 construction contract with Alfaro Communications for Citywide Traffic Signal Upgrade
- Amend Union Pacific Railroad agreement, adding $71,000 for San Jose Creek Multipurpose Path services
- Amend MNS Engineers agreement, adding $295,052.50 for 2025 Arterial Pavement Project services
- Authorize advertisement for Goleta Community Center Skylight Replacement Project bids
- Authorize direct purchase of a replacement parking enforcement vehicle up to $35,000
Public Tree Advisory Commission
The Public Tree Advisory Commission will review and recommend to the city arborist that five trees be further investigated for Heritage Tree designation. The trees include an Australian willow at the Goleta Community Center, a Spanish fir at the Rancho La Patera & Stow House, and three others at the same site plus a western sycamore at Jonny D. Wallis Park. The commission will also elect a Chair and Vice Chair and approve 2026 meeting dates.
- Heritage tree nomination review: Australian willow (Geijera parviflora) at 5679 Hollister Ave (Goleta Community Center)
- Heritage tree nomination review: Spanish fir (Abies pinsapo) at 304 N. Los Carneros Road (Rancho La Patera & Stow House)
- Heritage tree nomination review: Brush cherry (Syzygium australe), Moreton Bay chestnut (Castanospermum australe) at same address, and western sycamore (Platanus racemosa) at 170 S. Kellogg Ave (Jonny D. Wallis Park)
- Selection of Chair and Vice Chair from among the commissioners
- Approval of Public Tree Advisory Commission meeting dates for 2026
Design Review Board
The Design Review Board will conduct a final review of an expanded service area and detail canopy at the Honda Dealership (475 Kellogg Ave). The board will also conduct conceptual, preliminary, and final reviews for signage at Wheels In Motion (6466 Hollister Ave) and SB Humane (5399 Overpass Road), residential additions at 310 Carlo Dr, and a conceptual review of a self-storage project at 7780 Hollister Ave.
- Final review: 475 Kellogg Ave – expanded service area and detail canopy at Honda Dealership (Case 24-0014-DRB/24-0004-DP)
- Conceptual/Preliminary/Final review: 6466 Hollister Ave – Wheels In Motion as-built signage (Case 25-0031-ZC/25-0032-DRB)
- Conceptual/Preliminary/Final review: 5399 Overpass Road – SB Humane signage (Case 25-0002-OSP/25-0023-DRB)
- Conceptual/Preliminary/Final review: 310 Carlo Dr – residential additions and alterations (Case 25-0040-DRB/25-0017-LUP)
- Conceptual review only: 7780 Hollister Ave – Goleta Self Storage (Case 24-0002-DP/24-0001-CUP/24-0011-DRB)
City Council
The Goleta City Council will hold a public hearing on a bid protest and award a $404,897.57 construction contract for Mathilda Park Improvements. The council will also discuss and provide direction on regulating and enforcing against vehicle dwelling and encampments on city property. Other items include second reading of safe parking amendments, approval of a legislative consultant contract up to $107,250, and adoption of a public art policy.
- Public hearing and award of $404,897.57 construction contract for Mathilda Park Improvements to KYA Services, LLC
- Direction on regulating vehicle dwelling and encampments on city property, including possible forgivable administrative citations
- Second reading of ordinance amending municipal code for safe parking sites
- Professional services agreement with Shaw Yoder Antwih Schmelzer & Lange for legislative consulting, not to exceed $107,250
- Initiation of Cabrillo Business Park Specific Plan amendment to remove 300-foot airport safety approach corridor
City Council
The Goleta City Council will adopt a budget amendment for FY 2024/25 and conduct a second reading of the Tenant Protections Ordinance. It will consider several procurement actions, including a $430,596.20 contract for the 2025 Residential Resurfacing Project, an amendment to a planning services contract raising the amount to $144,900, and an HVAC maintenance contract up to $114,960. The council will also vote on a traffic‑safety grant and a $175,000 library donation.
- Approve $430,596.20 contract for the 2025 Residential Resurfacing Project, plus an $86,000 contingency and $119,010 professional services (A.9)
- Authorize Amendment No. 1 to the Planning Services agreement with Environmental Science Associates, increasing the contract to $144,900 (A.6)
- Authorize a General Services Agreement with Beyond Heating and Air, Inc. for HVAC maintenance services, not‑to‑exceed $114,960 (A.8)
- Approve a $64,429 grant with the Office of Traffic Safety and a $57,742 professional services agreement for a pedestrian and bicycle safety program (A.11)
- Accept a $175,000 donation from the Friends of Goleta Valley Library for interior furnishings and authorize a capital‑campaign launch (C.1)
Historic Preservation Commission
The Historic Preservation Commission will consider two discussion/action items: proposed interpretative signage for the Historic Beck House at 5399 Overpass Road, and replacement of the Goleta Community Center Dining Room skylight. The commission will make a recommendation to the Design Review Board on the signage and recommend the City Council approve the skylight replacement as consistent with historic standards.
- Proposed signage for the Historic Beck House at 5399 Overpass Road (Case Nos. 25-0002-OSP and 25-0023-DRB)
- Goleta Community Center Dining Room Skylight Replacement (CIP No. 9127a)
- Consent calendar: approval of August 18, 2025 meeting minutes
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Goleta Parks and Recreation Commission will receive a presentation on key accomplishments for the second half of FY 2024-25 and a preview of major focus for the first half of FY 2025-26. They will also receive and file a report on rentals and programs at the Goleta Community Center and city parks for FY 2024-25. The consent calendar includes approval of May 14, 2025 meeting minutes and reports from staff. No major decisions are expected.
- Receive presentation on Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Key Milestones for FY 2024-25 & FY 2025-26 Work Plan Initiatives
- Receive and file report on Goleta Community Center and city park rentals and programs for FY 2024-25
- Approve May 14, 2025 Parks and Recreation Commission meeting minutes
- Receive Parks and Recreation Manager Report on capital improvement projects
- Receive Parks and Open Space Manager Report and Director's Report on recent activities
Design Review Board
The Goleta Design Review Board will review and potentially approve a conceptual/preliminary plan for The Steward 3rd-floor addition and remodeling of Building F at 5490 Hollister Ave. Other items include signage for Sutter Health at 470 S. Patterson Ave, residential alterations at 7380 Belluno Dr, exterior lighting at 5387 Overpass Road, and signage for ExtraSpace Storage at 10 S Kellogg Ave. Public comments will be taken in person or via Zoom.
- 5490 Hollister Ave – The Steward 3rd Floor Addition and remodel of Building F; conceptual/preliminary review
- 470 S. Patterson Ave – Sutter Health Signage; conceptual/preliminary/final review
- 7380 Belluno Dr – Residential alterations including second-story decks; conceptual/preliminary/final review
- 5387 Overpass Road – Exterior Lighting NOV; conceptual/preliminary/final review
- 5850 Calle Real Avenue – Sweetgreen Restaurant exterior alterations; continued to October 14, 2024 (likely a typo for 2025)
City Council
The council will consider several agenda items, including approving the July meeting minutes, a second reading of Title 17 zoning amendments with a CEQA exemption, and a response to the Santa Barbara County Grand Jury housing report. It will also approve a $24,816,757 construction contract for the San Jose Creek Multipurpose Path and adopt resolutions for Land and Water Conservation Fund grants for Stow Grove Park and Nectarine Park renovations. Additional items include a memorandum of agreement for emergency‑mapping software, proclamations, and the first reading of a tenant‑protections ordinance.
- Approve $24,816,757 contract with Granite Construction, Inc. for San Jose Creek Multipurpose Path Project
- Second reading and CEQA exemption for Title 17 (Zoning) amendment ordinance
- Approve Land and Water Conservation Fund grant applications for Stow Grove Park and Nectarine Park renovations
- Adopt response letter to 2024‑25 Santa Barbara County Grand Jury housing crisis report
- Approve memorandum of agreement with Santa Barbara County Emergency Management for ReadySBC alerts system
Design Review Board
The Goleta Design Review Board will meet to review and approve exterior alterations for a Sweetgreen restaurant at 5820 Calle Real Avenue and signage for Wheels in Motion at 6466 Hollister Avenue. The board will also consider conceptual review for a rehabilitation project at 7299 Alameda Ave.
- Review and approve exterior alterations for Sweetgreen at 5820 Calle Real Avenue
- Review and approve signage for Wheels in Motion at 6466 Hollister Avenue
- Conduct conceptual and preliminary review for Pini Rehabilitation at 7299 Alameda Ave
- Approval of Design Review Board Meeting Minutes from July 22, 2025
- Public forum for non-agenda items
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider approving an amendment to the Development Plan and Conditional Use Permit for the Goleta Energy Storage Site at 6864 Cortona Drive. The proposal would add battery storage augmentation units and includes an addendum to the project's Mitigated Negative Declaration.
- Public hearing on proposed Development Plan Amendment and Conditional Use Permit Amendment for battery storage augmentation at 6864 Cortona Drive (APN 073-140-031)
- Consideration of Addendum to Final Mitigated Negative Declaration under CEQA Guidelines Section 15162
- Approval of Planning Commission meeting minutes from October 14, 2024, March 10, 2025, and April 14, 2025
City Council
The Goleta City Council will meet to discuss zoning map amendments for Calle Real, approve funding for a bicycle path and library ADA improvements, and consider a public art policy.
- Adopt zoning map amendment for 6483-6489 Calle Real (APN 077-160-055)
- Authorize $600,000 for San Jose Creek Multipurpose Path (Measure A Cycle 6)
- Authorize $562,240 for Goleta Community Center ADA improvements
- Initiate General Plan Amendment for 421-445 Pine Avenue (APN 071-130-048)
- Adopt Density Bonus Guidelines
Historic Preservation Commission
The Historic Preservation Commission will review a staff recommendation that the Stow Grove Park Caretaker Cottage does not qualify as a historic landmark or point of historic interest. They will also provide input to the City Council on its proposed demolition as part of Phase One of the Stow Grove Park renovation project. The consent calendar includes approval of meeting minutes from March 17 and May 19, 2025.
- Discussion on Stow Grove Park Caretaker Cottage historic designation and demolition feedback
- Consent calendar: approval of March 17 and May 19, 2025 meeting minutes
- Public forum for comments on non-agenda items
Design Review Board
The Design Review Board will conduct conceptual, preliminary, and final reviews for several commercial developments and improvements. The board is also tasked with adopting CEQA findings for specific signage and dealership projects.
- Final Design Review approval for the Calle Real Mixed-Use Project at 6491 Calle Real
- Final Review for shopping center improvements at 5660 Calle Real and associated addresses
- Conceptual, Preliminary, and Final review of signage and a raised parapet for The Point Market at 370 Storke Rd
- Conceptual and Preliminary review of service shop changes at the Toyota dealership at 5611 Hollister Ave
- Conceptual review of a new Anthem Church building and improvements at 6595 Covington Way
Library Advisory Commission
The Library Advisory Commission will meet to approve meeting minutes, receive the City Librarian's report on library activities and long-term initiatives, and elect a Chair and Vice-Chair. They will also review results of a Community Visioning Survey that will guide interior design and furnishing for the Goleta Valley Library during construction, and discuss a proposed moderate borrowing limit on Hoopla Digital content to manage rising costs.
- Review of Community Visioning Survey results for Goleta Valley Library interior design
- Discussion of Hoopla Digital content borrowing limits to manage increasing costs
- Selection of Chair and Vice-Chair for the commission
- City Librarian's report on library services, programs, and long-term initiatives
- Approval of meeting minutes from October 2024 and March 2025
City Council
The Goleta City Council will hold a closed‑session meeting to receive a legal counsel briefing on anticipated litigation. The discussion will focus on the potential case titled Pedro Vasquez Perdomo, et al. v. Kristi Noem, et al., case number 2‑25‑cv‑05605‑MEMF‑SP. No decisions are listed; the agenda item is for a legal conference.
- Closed‑session legal counsel conference on potential litigation
- Potential case: Pedro Vasquez Perdomo, et al. v. Kristi Noem, et al.
- Case number: 2‑25‑cv‑05605‑MEMF‑SP
Design Review Board
The Goleta Design Review Board will meet to review and potentially approve several projects, including signage for Sutter Health and the Storke Carwash, and site improvements for 250/270 Storke Road. The meeting will also cover a Toyota dealership service shop expansion.
- Review and approve signage for Sutter Health at 101 S Patterson Ave
- Review and approve signage for Storke Carwash at 370 Storke Rd
- Review and approve site improvements for 250/270 Storke Rd
- Review and approve service shop additions at 5611 Hollister Ave
- Review and approve conceptual review for Sumida Gardens OSP amendment
City Council
The City Council will vote on a consent calendar that includes approval of June 17 minutes, the May check register, and the May investment transaction report. It will then consider several professional services agreement amendments, increasing contract authority for tax management, cannabis compliance consulting, post‑retirement benefit valuation, and housing element services. Additional actions include a $135,931 design services contract for the Goleta Community Center electrical system, a library collection policy update, and public hearings on a library parcel tax and a street‑lighting benefit assessment.
- Amendment to Professional Services Agreement with Hinderliter, De Llamas and Associates: increase of $158,000 (total not‑to‑exceed $542,000) for cannabis business consulting
- Amendment to Professional Services Agreement with Foster & Foster: increase of $19,450 (total not‑to‑exceed $46,200) for post‑retirement medical benefits valuation
- Amendment to Professional Services Agreement with BAE Urban Economics: increase of $18,000 (new total $99,100) for Housing Element implementation
- Professional Design Services Agreement with Beacon West Energy Group for Goleta Community Center electrical system redesign, not‑to‑exceed $135,931
- Public hearing to adopt the Goleta Library Special Parcel Tax rates for FY 2025/26
City Council
The Goleta City Council is meeting in closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding one pending lawsuit: Shelby Family Partnership L.P. v. City of Goleta. No public business is scheduled; the agenda consists solely of procedural items and the closed session.
- Closed session discussion of Shelby Family Partnership L.P. v. City of Goleta, Santa Barbara County Superior Court Case No. 24CV00548
City Council
The Goleta City Council will first meet in closed session to discuss pending litigation (Shelby Family Partnership v. City of Goleta). In open session, the council will consider a consent calendar including the second reading of an ordinance adopting a Fire Hazard Severity Zone Map and regulations, setting a public hearing for the street lighting benefit assessment, and awarding several contracts and grants. Items up for approval include a street banner services contract (up to $150,000), amendments to building and planning professional services agreements, a library ADA improvement project amendment ($174,311), and a homeless outreach services agreement with City Net.
- Second reading of ordinance adopting Fire Hazard Severity Zone Map and regulations (Chapter 15.22)
- Award of contract to Wonderful Things Inc. for street banner services, not-to-exceed $150,000
- Amendment No. 1 to library ADA improvement project design contract, adding $174,311
- Authorization of professional services agreement with City Net for homeless outreach
- Amendments to advance planning contracts: $80,000 increase for oil/gas support and $113,900 increase for zoning/coastal program work
Design Review Board
The Design Review Board will conduct conceptual, preliminary, and final reviews of three projects: a new residence at 5 Violet Lane, a monument sign modification at 5383 Hollister Avenue, and a new sign for Off The Charts at 5631 Calle Real Avenue. Each item includes adoption of CEQA categorical exemptions. The board will also approve the minutes from its May 13 and May 27 meetings.
- New residence at 5 Violet Lane (APN 077-141-053) – conceptual through final review
- Modification of OSP and addition of externally illuminated monument sign at 5383 Hollister Avenue (APN 071-140-074)
- Off The Charts sign at 5631 Calle Real Avenue (APN 069-160-057)
- Adoption of CEQA exemptions for all three projects
- Approval of minutes from May 13 and May 27, 2025 meetings
Planning Commission
The Goleta Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a proposal to rezone 6483-6489 Calle Real from Office/Industrial to Business Park (recommendation to City Council), and amendments to the General Plan and Zoning Code to implement state law requirements. The commission will also consider a finding that the FY 2025-2026 Capital Improvement Program conforms with the General Plan.
- Public hearing on rezone of 6483, 6485, 6487, 6489 Calle Real (APN 077-160-055, 3.56 acres) from Office/Industrial to Business Park (Cases 24-0005-GPA, 24-0007-ORD)
- Public hearing on General Plan and Zoning Code amendments to comply with state law (Cases 24-0003-GPA, 25-0001-ORD)
- Discussion and action on conformance finding for FY 2025-2026 Capital Improvement Program
- Approval of Planning Commission minutes from April 28, 2025
City Council
The Goleta City Council will first meet in closed session to discuss pending litigation (Shelby Family Partnership v. City of Goleta and Jane Doe v. County of Santa Barbara) and evaluate the City Manager. The regular meeting includes a consent calendar with a third-quarter budget amendment, contract amendments for cleaning and landscaping services totaling over $2.1 million, and new parks policies. Public comment is accepted in person, via Zoom, or by email.
- Adopt budget amendment for FY 2024/25 including operating and CIP adjustments (A.2)
- Approve $568,485 amendment for Big Green Cleaning and $1,454,008 amendment for Enviroscaping landscaping (A.8)
- Award $64,702 for facility landscaping and $359,846 for median landscaping to Enviroscaping (A.9)
- Authorize $50,000 grant amendment to Housing Trust Fund for affordable housing (A.5)
- Approve $60,925 design agreement for Goleta Community Center skylight replacement (A.11)
Design Review Board
The Goleta Design Review Board will conduct final reviews for two projects: soccer field lights at Girsh-Hochman Park (7000 Phelps Road) and landscaping at Patterson Associates Lot B (5385 Hollister Avenue). They will also consider a sign modification at 5383 Hollister Avenue, a rehabilitation and additions project at 7299 Alameda Avenue, and a conceptual review for a new commercial storage building at 109 Aero Camino. No decisions on items not on the agenda will be made.
- Final review for soccer field lights at Girsh-Hochman Park (7000 Phelps Road, Case Nos. 25-0013-DRB/25-0003-SCD)
- Final review for Patterson Associates Lot B landscaping and improvements (5385 Hollister Avenue, Case Nos. 22-0001-DPAM and 20-0017-DRB)
- Conceptual/preliminary/final review for on-premise sign modification at 5383 Hollister Avenue (Case Nos. 25-0014-DRB; 25-0001-OSP)
- Conceptual and preliminary review for Pini Rehabilitation and Additions at 7299 Alameda Avenue (Case Nos. 25-0007-LUP, 25-0016-DRB)
- Conceptual review for new commercial storage building at 109 Aero Camino (Case No. 25-0008-DRB)
Public Engagement Commission
The Public Engagement Commission will hear a staff presentation on Spanish language interpretation at City Council meetings and provide recommendations to engage public interest. The consent calendar includes approval of the February 26, 2025 meeting minutes. Public comment is also invited.
- Receive update on Spanish interpretation for all City Council meetings and provide recommendations
- Approval of Public Engagement Commission minutes from February 26, 2025
City Council
The City Council will discuss an ordinance to add a Fire Hazard Severity Zone Map and regulations to the municipal code. The body is also considering a solid waste rate increase and several contract amendments for city services.
- Proposed adoption of Resolution to increase MarBorg solid waste maximum rates
- Ordinance to add Chapter 15.22 to Title 15 for Fire Hazard Severity Zone Map and regulations
- Contract amendment for Paradigm Pictures SB for video services totaling $172,000
- Contract amendment for Sweeping Corporation of America LLC increasing total to $572,304.51
- Contract amendment for General Code, LLC increasing total to $100,000
Historic Preservation Commission
The Historic Preservation Commission will hear a presentation on a draft Monarch Press article about the Historic Resource Nomination process and provide comments. Commissioners will also receive an update on past projects. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled.
- Public comment on draft Monarch Press article regarding the Historic Resource Nomination process
- Presentation and update of past projects before the Historic Preservation Commission
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Goleta Parks and Recreation Commission will review and select a final playground design and restroom layout for Stow Grove Park, and consider a proposed Display and Exhibit Policy for the Goleta Community Center. The Commission may also cancel its July 9, 2025 meeting. Consent items include approval of the March 12, 2025 meeting minutes and receiving routine staff reports.
- Review revised playground designs and select final playground design for Stow Grove Park
- Review and support staff recommendation for new accessible restroom layout at Stow Grove Park
- Review and support proposed Goleta Community Center Display and Exhibit Policy
- Cancel July 9, 2025 Parks and Recreation Commission meeting pending no actionable business
- Approve March 12, 2025 meeting minutes
Design Review Board
The Goleta Design Review Board will approve minutes from previous meetings and conduct a final review of the Seymour Duncan exterior improvements at 6338 Lindmar Dr, including paint, lighting, and new windows/doors. The board will also review signage projects for Sutter Health, People’s Self‑Help Housing, and Camino Real Marketplace, and conduct conceptual reviews of a new three‑story residential project at 7020 Calle Real and a hangar relocation at 115 Castilian Drive.
- Approve Design Review Board minutes from April 8 and April 22, 2025
- Final review of Seymour Duncan exterior improvements – paint, lighting, windows/doors (6338 Lindmar Dr, Case No. 25-0005-DRB)
- Adopt CEQA findings and categorical exemptions for Sutter Health signage (5385 Hollister Ave, Case Nos. 24-0017-DRB)
- Conceptual review of new three‑story residential development at 7020 Calle Real (Case No. 25-0009-DRB)
- Conceptual review of Hangar 5 and Quonset Hut relocation at 115 Castilian Drive (Case Nos. 22-0003-DP, 23-0031-DRB)
City Council
The council will hold a 90-minute workshop on the preliminary five-year Capital Improvement Program budget for fiscal years 2025/26 and 2026/27, seeking input and policy direction. They will also consider consent items including contracts for video production ($165,000), library construction management ($550,000), and solid waste services ($255,000), as well as approve the 2025-27 Strategic Plan. Additionally, they will discuss Old Town Pride of Place grants totaling $120,000. A closed session is scheduled for pending litigation (Shelby Family Partnership L.P. v. City of Goleta).
- Workshop on five-year Capital Improvement Program budget for FY 2025/26 and 2026/27
- Award of $550,000 contract to Kitchell/CEM for library safety, ADA, and building improvements
- Award of $165,000 contract to Paradigm Pictures SB for on-call video production services
- Approval of $120,000 in Old Town Pride of Place Grant Program funding
- Consent items include solid waste agreements totaling $255,000 and library policy amendment for temporary site at 6500 Hollister Avenue
Planning Commission
The commission will review two resolutions recommending that the City Council adopt CEQA findings, certify the Environmental Impact Report, adopt a mitigation program, and adopt a 100‑foot streamside setback for the Sywest Industrial Building at 907 S. Kellogg Avenue. One resolution recommends approval of the alternative setback plan; the other recommends denial of the original project. Staff recommendations will be presented before the commission votes.
- Adopt Resolution 25‑____ recommending CEQA findings and certification of the EIR (Sch #2023040690)
- Adopt Resolution 25‑____ recommending approval of Alternative 2: 100‑foot streamside protection setback
- Adopt Resolution 25‑____ recommending denial of the original Sywest Industrial Warehouse project
Design Review Board
The Goleta Design Review Board will meet to review and approve signage for T-Mobile, Sutter Health, and Off The Charts, and to provide comments on a new residence at 5 Violet Lane. The board will also continue a discussion on the relocation of Hangar 5.
- Review and approve T-Mobile Fairview Shopping Center signage (167 N Fairview Ave)
- Review and approve Sutter Health signage (122 S Patterson Ave and 89 S Patterson Ave)
- Review and approve Off The Charts signage (5631 Calle Real Avenue)
- Provide comments on a new residence at 5 Violet Lane
- Continue discussion on Hangar 5 relocation to May 13, 2025
City Council
The Goleta City Council will hold a public hearing on proposed user fees and charges for FY 2025/26 and receive a presentation on the preliminary two-year operating budget. The consent calendar includes a research agreement with UCSB for monarch butterfly habitat restoration, an amendment to a housing element implementation contract, updates to the community garden policy, and the appointment of Isaac Rosen as city attorney. The closed session involves existing and anticipated litigation.
- Public hearing and adoption of FY 2025/26 user fees and charges
- Budget workshop for FY 2025/26 and 2026/27 preliminary operating budgets
- Research agreement with UCSB Cheadle Center for monarch butterfly habitat restoration, not to exceed $64,788
- Amendment No. 1 to housing element contract with BAE Urban Economics, increasing contract by $15,000 to $81,100
- Ratification of mayoral appointments to Parks and Recreation and Library Advisory Commissions
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on an appeal of the Design Review Board's preliminary and final approval for parking lot lighting at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 478 Cambridge Drive. Staff recommends denying the appeal and adopting a Notice of Exemption. Additionally, the Commission will receive a presentation and provide feedback on draft Safety, Open Space, and Environmental Justice General Plan Amendments to satisfy state law requirements.
- Public hearing on appeal of Design Review Board approval for parking lot lighting at Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 478 Cambridge Drive (APN 069-560-031); staff recommends denial
- Presentation and feedback on draft Safety, Open Space, and Environmental Justice General Plan Amendments required by state law
Design Review Board
The Goleta Design Review Board will discuss several design items, including a conceptual review of a self‑storage facility at 7780 Hollister Ave. It will also adopt findings and approve lighting, fence, paint, window, door, and patio‑cover changes for the Seymour Duncan project at 6338 Lindmar Dr, and review lighting upgrades for the Girsh‑Hochman Park soccer field at 7000 Phelps Road. An advisory review of the Goleta Community Center main sign rehabilitation will be conducted.
- Conceptual review of 7780 Hollister Ave (APN 079-210-056) self‑storage (Case 24-0002-DP/24-0001-CUP/24-0011-DRB)
- Adopt DRB findings and approve lighting, fence, paint, window/door changes, and patio‑cover concepts for 6338 Lindmar Dr (APN 073-050-030)
- Adopt DRB and CEQA findings and approve lighting upgrades for 7000 Phelps Road (APN 073-440-020) soccer field
- Advisory review of Goleta Community Center main sign rehabilitation (supported by Historic Preservation Commission)
- Administrative agenda items and public forum
Library Advisory Commission
The Library Advisory Commission will receive a presentation on library activities and programs, select a Chair and Vice-Chair, and hear an update on library services during the Goleta Valley Library ADA, Safety, and Building Improvements Project planned for spring and summer 2025. The consent calendar includes approval of minutes from October 2024 and March 2025.
- Approve minutes of October 7, 2024 and March 3, 2025 meetings
- Receive City Librarian's report on Goleta Valley Library programs, events, and long-term initiatives
- Select Chair and Vice-Chair from among commissioners
- Update on library services during ADA, Safety, and Building Improvements Project in spring/summer 2025
City Council
The Goleta City Council will conduct candidate interviews for the Parks and Recreation Commission and select one nominee for a mayoral appointment. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
- Interview candidates for Parks and Recreation Commission
- Select one nominee for mayoral appointment to the commission
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing on the Measure A Five-Year Local Program of Projects for fiscal years 2025-2030, which allocates transportation sales tax funds, and is asked to adopt a resolution approving it. A second public hearing will gather input on needs and funding priorities for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan and 2025-2026 Action Plan. The Council will also discuss whether to host a pilot Fourth of July Community Drone Show at Dos Pueblos High School with a not-to-exceed cost of $50,000, and set priorities for the Public Works Department’s FY 2025-26 annual work program.
- Public hearing and adoption of Resolution for Measure A Five-Year Program of Projects (FY 2025-2030)
- Public hearing on CDBG 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan and 2025-2026 Action Plan including Human Services Committee recommendations
- Award of $68,311.28 agreement with BKM Office Environments for move management services for the Goleta Valley Library ADA, Safety, and Building Improvements Project
- Discussion and possible authorization of a $50,000 pilot Fourth of July Community Drone Show with Droneshow.com, LLC at Dos Pueblos High School
- Public Works Department Priority-Setting Workshop and adoption of FY 2025-26 Annual Work Program
City Council
The City Council will review several infrastructure projects and financial reports. Key actions include approving a professional services agreement for the San Jose Creek Multipurpose Path and discussing work priorities for the 2025-26 fiscal year.
- Professional Services Agreement with UNICO Engineering, Inc. for San Jose Creek Multipurpose Path not-to-exceed $2,853,654
- Purchase of two Ford F-150 Lightning Truck Pro vehicles and one Chevrolet Equinox EV for $163,572.32
- Donation from Yardi Systems, Inc. of $25,000 for a July 4th drone show and $20,000 for Goleta Valley Public Library
- Reject all bids and re-authorize bids for the Mathilda Park Improvements Project
- Approval of the General Plan/Coastal Land Use Plan 2024 Progress Report
Historic Preservation Commission
The Historic Preservation Commission will consider several administrative actions, including approving the minutes from the May 20, 2024 meeting, confirming the 2025 meeting schedule, and selecting a chair and vice chair for the year. The commission will also review and comment on the proposed rehabilitation of the main sign at the Goleta Community Center, acting as an advisory body to the Design Review Board and City Council.
- Approve Historic Preservation Commission meeting minutes from May 20, 2024 (A.1)
- Confirm the 2025 Historic Preservation Commission meeting schedule (A.2)
- Select a Chair and Vice Chair for 2025 (A.3)
- Review and comment on the Goleta Community Center Main Sign Rehabilitation proposal (B.1)
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Goleta Parks and Recreation Commission will approve minutes from its January and February meetings and receive updates on current capital projects and community garden policies. Commissioners will discuss and vote on several policy documents, including insurance requirements, a bouncer policy, and a proposed contract class and camp program. The most significant action is reviewing 22 grant applications and making funding recommendations to the City Council for fiscal year 2025‑2026.
- Approve January 8 and February 19, 2025 Parks and Recreation Commission meeting minutes (A.1)
- Receive report on progress of Parks and Recreation capital improvement projects (A.2)
- Review and recommend funding for 22 Goleta City grant applications for FY 2025‑2026 (C.1)
- Review and support the Parks and Recreation Insurance Requirement Document (C.2)
- Review and support the Goleta Bouncer Policy and Procedure Document (C.3)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to adopt a resolution determining that acquiring five parcels for the San Jose Creek Multipurpose Path project conforms to the General Plan. They will also discuss potential changes to short-term vacation rental regulations, housing priority for residents and employees, and affordable housing design standards. No final decisions are expected on the discussion items.
- Public hearing on General Plan conformity for acquisition of APNs 071-350-009, 071-090-074, 071-090-083, 071-090-082, 071-200-011 for San Jose Creek Multipurpose Path
- Discussion on whether to change regulations for short-term vacation rentals (implementation of Housing Element HE 1.7 and 1.8)
- Discussion on expanding local housing priority to include market-rate units (HE 2.2(a))
- Discussion on supporting affordable housing design (HE 2.4(g))
City Council
The Goleta City Council will consider several agenda items, including approving the February 18, 2025 meeting minutes and ratifying mayoral appointments to the Design Review Board. Staff will present a contract amendment that raises the video production services agreement by $20,000 to a total not‑to‑exceed $192,500. The council will also vote on an agreement with the Santa Barbara County Fire Department for hazardous fuels reduction at Ellwood Mesa, capped at $1,006,332 and expiring June 30, 2027, and discuss priority‑setting workshops for multiple city departments.
- Approve City Council meeting minutes of February 18, 2025 (Agenda A.1).
- Ratify mayoral appointments to the Design Review Board (Agenda A.2).
- Amend video production services contract, increasing amount by $20,000 to $192,500 (Agenda A.4).
- Authorize $1,006,332 hazardous fuels reduction agreement with Santa Barbara County Fire Department for Ellwood Mesa (Agenda B.1).
- Receive information on California Dept. of Fish and Wildlife grant for San Jose Creek Channel fish‑passage project (Agenda A.3).
Library Advisory Commission
The Goleta Library Advisory Commission will receive a progress report on the Goleta Valley Library ADA, Safety, and Building Improvement Project, and an update on library services during construction. The commission will also select a Chair and Vice-Chair. A presentation from the City Librarian on library activities and initiatives is scheduled.
- Progress report on Goleta Valley Library ADA, Safety, and Building Improvement Project
- Update on library programs and services during Spring/Summer 2025 construction
- Selection of Chair and Vice-Chair of the Library Advisory Commission
- City Librarian's report on library activities and long-term initiatives
- Approval of October 7, 2024 meeting minutes
Public Engagement Commission
The Public Engagement Commission will approve the minutes from its November 20, 2024 meeting. It will receive a presentation on the commission’s future goals and responsibilities. The commission will elect a chair and vice chair from among its members. No other agenda items involve formal decisions.
- Approve Public Engagement Commission meeting minutes of November 20, 2024 (Agenda item A.1 25-086)
- Presentation on future goals and responsibilities of the Public Engagement Commission (Agenda item B.1 25-084)
- Select a Chair and Vice Chair from among commission members (Agenda item B.2 25-085)
- Director’s report (Agenda item C)
- Commissioner comments (Agenda item D)
City Council
The City Council will consider approving a two-year lease for a temporary library space at 6500 Hollister Ave., Suite 105, at an estimated rent of $226,577 through March 2027. The item also authorizes transferring $516,000 from two capital improvement projects to cover temporary library costs during the Goleta Valley Library ADA, Safety, and Building Improvement Project. Additionally, the council will conduct interviews of candidates for the Design Review Board and select nominees for mayoral appointments.
- Lease approval for temporary library at 6500 Hollister Ave., Suite 105, two-year term starting April 1, 2025, rent $226,577.
- Transfer of $516,000 from CIP No. 9127 (Goleta Community Center Renovation) and CIP No. 9131 (Historic Train Depot Preservation) to fund temporary library services.
- Interviews of candidates for the Design Review Board to fill two at-large seats and one landscape professional seat.
- Minutes approval for the February 4, 2025 City Council-Goleta Facilities Financing Authority meeting.
City Council
This is a special City Council meeting primarily for a ceremonial event: the Learn Empower Advocate (LEAD) Graduation. Public comment is accepted on matters related to this event. No substantive decisions (ordinances, contracts, rezonings) are on the agenda.
- Ceremonial graduation event for the Learn Empower Advocate (LEAD) program at Goleta Valley Community Center
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission will vote to select a Chair and Vice Chair from its members. It will also discuss the Stow Grove Park caretaker cottage, with staff recommending either leaving it unchanged, demolishing it in Phase One of a renovation project, or an alternate recommendation to present to City Council. A public forum will allow community comments on non‑agenda items.
- Selection of Parks and Recreation Commission Chair and Vice Chair (Agenda item A, 25‑071)
- Discussion of Stow Grove Park Caretaker Cottage recommendation options for City Council (Agenda item A.2, 25‑072)
- Public forum for community comments on non‑agenda items
City Council
The Goleta City Council will consider several agenda items, including routine approvals in the consent calendar and a temporary parking restriction for the 2025 Isla Vista Deltopia event. Council members will vote on a professional services agreement with Partners in Housing Solutions for up to $297,000 to support landlord recruitment and placement of formerly homeless tenants. A public hearing will conduct the second reading of an ordinance adopting the 2022 California Building and Energy Code and exempting it from the California Environmental Quality Act. The meeting also includes a Capital Improvement Program update and a review of the 2025‑27 Strategic Plan.
- Approve City Council/Goleta Facilities Financing Authority meeting minutes of February 4 2025 (A.1, A.2).
- Adopt resolution establishing temporary on‑street parking restrictions for the 2025 Isla Vista Deltopia event (A.3).
- Authorize a three‑year professional services agreement with Partners in Housing Solutions for up to $297,000 (A.4).
- Second reading of ordinance amending the Energy Code to adopt the 2022 California Building and Energy Code and exempt it from CEQA (C.1).
- Receive Capital Improvement Program update and adopt the CIP Project Prioritization Framework (D.1).
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance to exempt hospitals from the Electric Vehicle Reach Code. The body will also consider resolutions regarding oil pipeline transport and the establishment of a wine improvement district.
- Public hearing on Ordinance No. 25-__ to exempt hospitals from the EV Reach Code
- Resolution opposing oil transport by pipeline
- Resolution to establish the Santa Barbara County Wine Improvement District
- First Amendment to Lease and Agreement for library management services with the City of Buellton
- Approval of Preliminary Official Statements for Local Measure A Transportation Sales Tax Revenue Bonds and Lease Revenue Bonds
City Council
The Goleta City Council will conduct candidate interviews for the Planning Commission and the Parks and Recreation Commission. The Council intends to select four nominees for the Planning Commission and three for the Parks and Recreation Commission, with final ratification scheduled for the February 4, 2025 meeting.
- Interviewing candidates for the Planning Commission and the Parks and Recreation Commission
- Selecting four nominees for the Planning Commission mayoral appointments
- Selecting three nominees for the Parks and Recreation Commission mayoral appointments
- Continuing the item to February 4, 2025 for ratification of appointments
City Council
The Goleta City Council will hold a first reading of an ordinance to exempt hospitals from the Electric Vehicle Reach Code (Title 15, Chapter 15.12). The council will also discuss several action items, including the Old Town Pride of Place Grant Program, appointments to regional agencies, and a proposed amendment to the City Manager's employment agreement. The consent calendar includes acceptance of a $156,709.19 donation from the Laura Vondracek Living Trust for the Goleta Valley Library and a $70,000 increase to the Development Impact Fee Nexus Study agreement with DKS Associates.
- First reading of ordinance exempting hospitals from EV Reach Code (item C.1)
- Old Town Pride of Place Grant Program initiation and staff direction (item C.2)
- Proposed First Amendment to City Manager Robert Nisbet's employment agreement (item C.4)
- Acceptance of $156,709.19 donation from Laura Vondracek Living Trust for Goleta Valley Library (item A.3)
- Amendment to the cooperative agreement with Santa Barbara County Flood Control for San Jose Creek Channel and Fish Passage Modification Project (item A.7)
City Council
The City Council will conduct interviews for candidates seeking positions on the Public Engagement Commission and the Public Tree Advisory Commission. The body will select one nominee for the Public Engagement Commission and two nominees for the Public Tree Advisory Commission.
- Interviews for Public Engagement Commission candidates
- Interviews for Public Tree Advisory Commission candidates
- Selection of one nominee for Public Engagement Commission Mayoral Appointment
- Selection of two nominees for Public Tree Advisory Commission Mayoral Appointment
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission will receive a presentation on location options for a universal playground and new restroom at Stow Grove Park. The body will also receive reports on capital improvement projects and a review of 2024 programs.
- Presentation of options for Stow Grove Park Universal Playground and Restroom location
- Parks and Recreation Division report on Capital Improvement Projects
- Parks and Open Space Division report on recent activities
- 2024 year in review of parks, recreation and open space projects
- Approval of November 13, 2024 meeting minutes