Santa Maria public meetings in 2024

Planning Commission Study Session

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface elements. No specific projects, decisions, or discussion topics are listed.

Planning Commission

The agenda for the Santa Maria Planning Commission meeting on 2024-12-18 contains no listed items. No decisions, proposals, or discussions are identified in the provided document. The agenda appears to be a placeholder with no substantive content.

City Council Meeting

The Santa Maria City Council will adopt a resolution updating the Comprehensive Schematic Pay Schedule, implementing a $16.50 per hour minimum wage for 2025, and reclassifying the Graphics Technician position. The council will also conduct second‑reading votes on two zoning ordinances: one for 1494 Fairway Drive and another for the Richards Ranch Annexation. Additionally, the council will accept the certified results of the November 5, 2024 municipal election and reorganize its members.

• Adopt resolution amending the Comprehensive Schematic Pay Schedule, applying the 2025 California minimum wage of $16.50/hr and reclassifying the Graphics Technician role.
• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 2024-06 to amend the Official Zoning Map for 6.95 acres at 1494 Fairway Drive, changing zoning from Open Space to Planned Development/Light Manufacturing.
• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 2024-07 to pre‑zone approximately 43.75 acres for the Richards Ranch Annexation, converting Retail Commercial (C‑2) to Planned Development/General Commercial (PD/C‑2) on 16.35 acres and Planned Development/High‑Density Residential (PD/R‑3) on 27.4 acres.
• Adopt a resolution accepting the Santa Barbara County Clerk‑Recorder’s Certificate of the November 5, 2024 election results and reorganizing the City Council.
• Present the 2024 Lights, Sights, and Holiday Nights award winners.

The Santa Maria City Council certified the November 5, 2024 election results, reorganized the council, and administered oaths to re-elected members. It approved a consent calendar including zoning changes and resolutions, and held public hearings to approve a 160-unit apartment project and the Bellecrest Senior Residences project, which includes a zone change and tentative tract map. All votes were 4-0 with one absence.

• Certified election results and reorganized council (4-0)
• Approved consent calendar including pay schedule, zoning, and surplus vehicle donation (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-06 rezoning 6.95 acres at 1494 Fairway Drive to PD/M-1 (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-07 pre-zoning 43.75 acres for Richards Ranch (4-0)
• Approved TEFRA resolution for Centennial Gardens Apartments bonds (4-0)
• Approved Bellecrest Senior Residences project with mitigated negative declaration (4-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 2024-08 for Bellecrest zone change (4-0)
• Adopted 2025 meeting schedule with summer recess (4-0)

Recreation and Parks Commission

The Recreation and Parks Commission will convene to review and approve the minutes from its November 12, 2024, meeting. The session will include a public comment period and updates from staff.

• Approval of November 12, 2024, meeting minutes
• Public comment period (15 minutes)
• Staff updates
• Commissioner items
• Next meeting scheduled for January 14, 2024

The Recreation and Parks Commission approved the minutes from its November 12, 2024 meeting. Staff provided updates on the Winter/Spring guide, a listening session, and the Sports Complex, noting a groundbreaking estimated for late January or February and a fundraising goal of nearly $1 million. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved November 12, 2024 meeting minutes (moved by Carey, seconded by Gudino)

Block Grants Advisory Committee

The committee will approve the minutes from the October 14, 2024 meeting, receive a brief public comment period, and hear staff reports on capital and public service activities. It will then review the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) process for Fiscal Year 2025‑26, covering upcoming key dates, conflict‑of‑interest guidelines, and application review and site‑visit procedures. The meeting also includes reports from committee members and a look at proposed agenda items for the next meeting.

• Approve minutes of the October 14, 2024 Block Grants Advisory Committee meeting
• Staff update on existing capital and public service activities
• Discussion of CDBG process for FY 2025‑26: key dates, conflicts of interest, application review and site‑visit procedures
• Reports from committee members
• Proposed agenda items for next regular meeting, including site‑visit procedures and ZoomGrants training

The Block Grants Advisory Committee approved the October 14, 2024 meeting minutes (9-0, with two abstentions) and received updates on CDBG activities. No funding decisions were made; the committee reviewed upcoming key dates for the FY 2025-26 CDBG process, including site visits (Jan 21-30, 2025) and deliberations (Feb 10 and 12, 2025).

• Approved October 14, 2024 meeting minutes (9-0, two abstentions)
• Set site visit dates for January 21-30, 2025
• Scheduled deliberations for February 10 and 12, 2025

Planning Commission Study Session

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface text. No specific projects, decisions, or discussion items are listed.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings to decide on three conditional use and development permits. These include a large-scale airplane museum project and two smaller commercial additions.

• Planes of Fame Air Museum: Proposed 199,672-square-feet of aircraft hangars and 9,290-square-feet of office space at Airpark Drive
• Dudley-Hoffman Mortuary: Proposed 1,500-square-foot crematory building at 931 E Ast Stowell Road
• Gonzalez Automotriz #2 Tire Sales and Service: Conditional Use Permit for tire services at 1032 W Est Main Street
• Approval of November 6, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council Meeting

The agenda contains no listed items or decisions; it appears to be a placeholder with no substantive content.

Planning Commission Study Session

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface elements. There are no specific projects, decisions, or discussion items listed for this meeting.

Planning Commission

The agenda for the Santa Maria Planning Commission meeting on 2024-11-20 contains no listed items. It appears to consist only of generic interface elements and placeholders. No decisions, proposals, or discussions are detailed.

City Council Meeting

The City Council will review staff responses to a Grand Jury report on homeless encampments and consider a grant for downtown infrastructure and pedestrian enhancements. The body will also vote on a liquor license for a supermarket and a retirement resolution for the Police Chief.

• Approval of staff responses to the 2023-2024 Santa Barbara County Grand Jury report on homeless encampments
• Acceptance of a Regional Early Action Planning 2.0 grant for downtown infrastructure and pedestrian enhancements
• Type 20 Alcohol Beverage Control License for El Toro Loco Supermarket at 204 North Blosser Road, Suite B
• Billing rate amendment for law enforcement services agreements with Santa Maria Joint Unified High School District
• Retirement resolution for Police Chief Marc Schneider

The Santa Maria City Council approved the Richards Ranch Annexation, Pre-Zoning, and General Plan Amendment, which includes a 43.75-acre project at Highway 135 and Union Valley Parkway. The council certified the Environmental Impact Report, adopted the General Plan amendment, introduced an ordinance for pre-zoning, and initiated the reorganization. The vote was 4-1, with Councilmember Escobedo dissenting. A motion to delay the item for 90 days failed due to lack of a second.

• Approved Richards Ranch Annexation, Pre-Zoning, and General Plan Amendment (4-1)
• Certified Environmental Impact Report for Richards Ranch (4-1)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 2024-07 for pre-zoning Richards Ranch (4-1)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-139 for Airport District Mitigated Negative Declaration (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-140 for Airport District General Plan amendment (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 2024-06 for Airport District zone change (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-144 for Commercial Building Inspection User Fee (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-145 for First Quarter Budget Amendments (5-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The agenda for the Santa Maria Library Board of Trustees meeting on 2024-11-12 contains no listed items or decisions. No specific topics, contracts, or hearings are detailed in the provided document.

The Library Board of Trustees approved the minutes of the May 14, 2024 meeting and discussed the FY 2024-26 annual goals and budget, which was adopted by City Council in June. The board noted a city-wide structural deficit of approximately $20 million, requiring departments to submit reduction options. No formal votes were taken on the goals or budget; the board also discussed tracking Assembly Bill 1825 and reviewed the Black Gold Cooperative Library System membership, deciding to remain in the JPA.

• Approved minutes of May 14, 2024 meeting without changes
• Adopted FY 2024-26 annual goals (no vote recorded)
• Budget adopted as presented to City Council in June (no vote recorded)
• Decided to remain in Black Gold Cooperative Library System JPA (no vote recorded)

Recreation and Parks Commission

The Recreation and Parks Commission will meet to provide input on a first draft of the 2024 Recreation and Parks Revenue and Cost Study. The body will also receive reports from the Business Manager, Parks and Operations Division, Recreation Division, and the Director.

• Review of the 2024 Recreation and Parks Revenue and Cost Study
• Discussion of Pricing Procedure
• Discussion of Special Events Procedure
• Approval of October 8, 2024 meeting minutes

The Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the October 8 meeting. Staff presented a draft Recreation and Parks Revenue and Cost Review, which Chair Lopez requested be finalized before the next presentation. The Business Manager reported ongoing vandalism and graffiti issues in park restrooms, noting that camera installations are in progress within the $200,000 budget. No new ordinances or contracts were voted on during this regular meeting.

• Approved October 8, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Requested final report for Recreation and Parks Revenue and Cost Review
• No votes taken on new business items

Block Grants Advisory Committee

The Santa Maria Block Grants Advisory Committee is scheduled to meet. The agenda text provided is procedural boilerplate with no specific items, decisions, or discussion topics listed.

Planning Commission Study Session

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface text. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items are listed.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings to consider land use and zoning changes for two properties. The body will make recommendations to the City Council regarding environmental reports and development permits for these sites.

• Proposed rezoning of 1494 Fairway Drive from Open Space to Light Industrial (GPZ2023-0001)
• Proposed development of 142 age-restricted senior residential units at 1571 East Main Street
• Rezoning of 15.23-gross-acre site at 1571 East Main Street to Medium Density Residential (GPZ2022-0003)
• Review of Tentative Tract Map (TR2022-0007) and Planned Development Permit (PD2022-0008) for Bellecrest Senior Residences
• Approval of October 16, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council Meeting

The agenda for the Santa Maria City Council meeting on 2024-11-05 contains no specific items. It appears to consist only of standard procedural placeholders with no decisions, proposals, or discussions recorded.

Planning Commission Study Session

The Santa Maria Planning Commission held a study session on October 17, 2024. The agenda provided procedural details and links to video content but did not list specific items for discussion.

• Meeting held on October 17, 2024
• Video content available via embedded player
• Procedural agenda details provided

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a land use and zoning change for a site near the airport and a parcel subdivision on East Main Street. The body will also review minutes from the October 2, 2024, meeting.

• Proposed zone change for 1494 Fairway Drive from Open Space to Planned Development/Light Manufacturing
• Proposed land use change for 1494 Fairway Drive from Airport-Airport Service to Light Industrial
• Tentative Parcel Map (TR2023-0003) to subdivide 5.8 acres at 1301 and 1313 East Main Street into two parcels
• Review of Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring Program for the airport district project

City Council Meeting

The council meeting agenda contains no listed items; it appears to be procedural only.

Block Grants Advisory Committee

The Block Grants Advisory Committee is meeting to review updates on capital and public service activities and FY 2023-24 monitoring reviews. The committee will also establish key dates for the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding process.

• Approval of nominated Board Chairs
• Key dates for FY 2025-26 CDBG funding process
• Update on FY 2023-24 Monitoring Reviews
• Update on existing capital and public service activities

The Block Grants Advisory Committee approved the minutes of its August 12, 2024 regular meeting (6-0, with four members abstaining because they had not attended that meeting). It also approved the nominated board chairs for the coming year: Esther Acosta as Chairperson, Robert Doyle as First Vice-Chair, and Mackenzie Greeley as Second Vice-Chair (10-0). Staff gave updates on existing capital and public service activities, FY 2023-24 monitoring reviews, and key dates for the FY 2025-26 CDBG funding process. No funding decisions were made.

• Approved August 12, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0; Gonzalez, Lopez, Marrel, Martinez abstained)
• Approved Esther Acosta as Chairperson (10-0)
• Approved Robert Doyle as First Vice-Chair (10-0)
• Approved Mackenzie Greeley as Second Vice-Chair (10-0)

Recreation and Parks Commission

The Commission will receive a quarterly review of the Recreation and Parks Department Budget and an end-of-year recreation programs presentation. The meeting also includes the introduction of new commissioner Cynthia Gudino.

• Quarterly Budget Review presented by Business Manager Neville Smeda
• End-of-year Recreation Programs Presentation by Stephanie Saucedo
• Approval of August 13, 2024 meeting minutes
• Introduction of new Commissioner Cynthia Gudino

The Recreation and Parks Commission held a regular meeting with no substantive policy decisions. The only formal action was unanimous approval of the August 13, 2024 minutes. The meeting included presentations on youth programs and the quarterly budget, plus staff updates on parks and recreation projects.

• Approved minutes from August 13, 2024 regular meeting (unanimous)

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will consider the Depot Street Apartments project during a consent calendar meeting. The body will vote to approve the project as presented without a public hearing.

• Depot Street Apartments project
• Consent calendar approval
• 110 S. Pine Street location

Planning Commission Study Session

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface elements. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussion topics are listed.

Planning Commission

The Commission will consider the annexation of about 44 acres at the intersection of Highway 135 and Union Valley Parkway. It will review the General Plan land‑use amendment that changes the property from Commercial/Professional (C‑2) to High‑Density Residential (HDR‑22) and Community Commercial (CC) with corresponding Planned Development pre‑zoning. Staff presented the Environmental Impact Report and related documents. The Commission will recommend that the City Council certify the EIR, adopt the annexation, and approve the land‑use amendment and pre‑zoning.

• Annexation of ~44 acres at Highway 135 & Union Valley Parkway (AN2021‑0001)
• General Plan amendment changing zoning from C‑2/Commercial‑Professional to HDR‑22 and CC with PD/R‑3 and PD/C‑2 pre‑zoning (GPZ2024‑0001)
• Recommendation to certify the Environmental Impact Report for the Richards Ranch project

City Council Meeting

The City Council will receive a status update on encampment response efforts and services for the unsheltered. The body will also consider bond releases for Betteravia Plaza and the cancellation of two upcoming regular meetings.

• Closed session negotiations for property APN 117-990-020 with Betteravia Park, LLC
• Authorization of bond releases for Betteravia Plaza, Tract 6008
• Proposed cancellation of regular City Council meetings on October 15 and November 5, 2024
• Approval of a Comprehensive Schematic Pay Schedule for Park Services Officer III
• Amendment to the City's Conflict of Interest Code

The Santa Maria City Council approved an employment agreement with David W. Rowlands to serve as City Manager, effective November 30, 2024, with the Mayor authorized to sign once his background check is completed. The council also adopted a consent calendar including resolutions to cancel two upcoming meetings, amend the conflict of interest code, approve a pay schedule, amend library agreements, and reject all bids for the Santa Maria Sports Complex. Additionally, the council directed staff to explore revenue enhancement options, including a possible sugar tax, as part of budget balancing efforts.

• Approved employment agreement for City Manager David W. Rowlands (5-0)
• Adopted resolution canceling City Council meetings on Oct 15 and Nov 5, 2024 (5-0)
• Adopted resolution approving Conflict of Interest Code amendment (5-0)
• Adopted resolution approving comprehensive schematic pay schedule for employees (5-0)
• Adopted resolutions approving amended Joint Powers Agreement and Bylaws with Black Gold Cooperative Library System (5-0)
• Adopted resolution rejecting all bids for Santa Maria Sports Complex Project (5-0)
• Directed staff to explore revenue enhancement options, including a sugar tax
• Approved minutes of Sept 17, 20, and 24, 2024 meetings (5-0)

Special City Council Meeting

The Santa Maria City Council will open with a public comment period for in‑person oral remarks. It will then recess to a closed session to consider recruitment of a new City Manager under California Government Code §54957(b)(1). After reconvening, the City Attorney will report on matters from the closed session. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Closed‑session discussion of City Manager recruitment (California Government Code §54957(b)(1))
• Public comment period – in‑person oral comments only
• Report by City Attorney on closed‑session matters

The Santa Maria City Council met in special session and held a closed session to discuss recruitment for the City Manager position. No public comment was received, and the only action reported was that instructions were provided to the city's negotiators, with no further action taken. The meeting was adjourned without any substantive decisions.

• Held closed session on public employee recruitment for City Manager (no vote recorded)
• Provided instructions to city negotiators during closed session (reported by City Attorney)

Special City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a special meeting on September 20, 2024. After a public comment period, the council will recess to a closed session to consider recruitment for a new City Manager and to meet with labor negotiators. The meeting will also include a report from the City Attorney before adjourning.

• Public comment period (open session)
• Closed session: public employee recruitment – City Manager
• Closed session: conference with labor negotiators
• Report by the City Attorney from closed session
• Adjournment

The Santa Maria City Council met in a special session and immediately recessed into closed session to discuss public employee recruitment for the City Manager position and confer with labor negotiators. No public comment was received. Upon reconvening, the City Attorney reported that negotiation instructions and direction were provided to staff. The meeting adjourned with no substantive decisions made in open session.

• Held closed session for City Manager recruitment (no vote)
• Held closed session for labor negotiations (no vote)
• Provided negotiation instructions and direction to staff (reported by City Attorney)

Planning Commission Study Session

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface text. No specific projects, decisions, or discussion items are listed for this meeting.

Planning Commission

The Santa Maria Planning Commission will consider two permit applications: a Planned Development Permit (PD2023-0014) for Nutrien AG Solutions to build a 6,700‑square‑foot truck repair and driver support facility with outdoor storage on a 4.42‑acre site at the 1300 block of West Main Street, and a Conditional Use Permit (U2024-0008) for CRR Wings to operate an infant childcare center of 1,100 sq ft on a 1.89‑acre site at 2861 Airpark Drive. The commission will also vote to approve the minutes from the August 21, 2024 meeting and will hold a public comment period before making decisions. Additional items include oral reports under other business.

• Approve Planned Development Permit PD2023-0014 for Nutrien AG Solutions at 1300 W Main St (6,700 sq ft facility on 4.42 acre).
• Approve Conditional Use Permit U2024-0008 for CRR Wings Infant Childcare Center at 2861 Airpark Drive (1,100 sq ft center on 1.89 acre).
• Approve minutes of the Planning Commission meeting held on August 21, 2024.
• Public comment period for agenda items.
• Oral reports from the Planning Commission and staff under Other Business.

City Council Meeting

The Santa Maria City Council will consider and vote on a series of consent‑calendar items, including operating agreements with several local agencies, an amendment to the interim city manager's employment agreement, and updates to the citywide records retention schedule. Additional resolutions will approve a Public Risk Innovation membership and increase contract and settlement authority for senior officials. The meeting also includes a closed‑session discussion on labor negotiations, existing litigation, and employee performance evaluation.

• Adopt operating agreements with the Santa Maria Valley Chamber of Commerce, Santa Maria Valley Historical Museum, United Way of Northern Santa Barbara County, and Santa Maria Valley Museum of Flight
• Adopt a resolution amending the employment agreement for Interim City Manager Alex Posada
• Adopt a resolution updating the Citywide Records Retention Schedule
• Adopt a resolution approving Public Risk Innovation, Solutions and Management (PRISM) membership and appointing a delegate
• Adopt a resolution increasing contract and settlement authority for the City Manager, City Attorney, and Risk Manager

The City Council approved a Sales and Disposition Agreement with Vernon Property Group, LLC for surplus land in Downtown, including Lots 1 through 4, with a condition that the developer pay $266,000 in Police and Fire impact fees. The council also approved the consent calendar, including a $472,520 sewer manhole rehabilitation contract and a drone donation to the police department. A General Fund fiscal forecast update was continued to the October 1, 2024 meeting.

• Approved downtown surplus land sale to Vernon Property Group, LLC (4-1)
• Approved $472,520 sewer manhole rehabilitation bid to Sancon Technologies, Inc.
• Approved drone equipment donation from Santa Maria Police Council
• Established angle parking on West Boone Street, 700-900 blocks
• Approved operating agreements with Chamber of Commerce, Historical Society, United Way, and Museum of Flight
• Appointed Midge Nicosia to Central Coast Commission for Seniors (5-0)
• Continued General Fund fiscal forecast to October 1, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar with 12 resolutions (5-0)

Special City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a special meeting with a public comment period, then recess to a closed session to consider recruitment for the City Manager position. After reconvening, the City Attorney will give a report, and the council will adjourn.

• Public comment period (open session)
• Closed session: Public Employee Recruitment – City Manager
• Report by the City Attorney (open session)
• Adjournment

The special meeting was called for a closed session to discuss recruitment of a city manager. No public comment was received, and after reconvening, the city attorney reported no reportable action. The meeting adjourned without any substantive decisions.

• Held closed session on city manager recruitment (no reportable action)
• Adjourned meeting at 1:55 p.m.

Recreation and Parks Commission

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface text. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items are listed.

Block Grants Advisory Committee

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface elements. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items are listed.

Planning Commission Study Session

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface elements. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items are listed.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission agenda for September 4, 2024 contains no listed items. No descriptions, categories, or decisions are provided. The document appears to be a placeholder with no actionable business.

City Council Meeting

The City Council agenda for September 3, 2024, contains no listed items; it appears to be an empty or placeholder agenda.

Planning Commission Study Session

The Santa Maria Planning Commission held a study session on August 22, 2024. The agenda contains no specific items, contracts, rezoning proposals, or ordinance discussions. The meeting appears to be procedural with no substantive decisions scheduled.

Planning Commission

The Santa Maria Planning Commission will consider approvals for a Bradley commercial Planned Development, Conditional Use Permit and Tentative Parcel Map at 1423 and 1431 South Bradley Road. It will also review a Planned Development and Conditional Use Permit for an AT&T telecommunications tower at 1641 East Donovan Road. The meeting includes approval of the June 19, 2024 minutes and a public comment period.

• Approve Tentative Parcel Map TR2023-0004 for 1423 & 1431 South Bradley Road
• Approve Planned Development Permit PD2023-0019 and Conditional Use Permit U2023-0019 for Bradley Commercial project
• Approve Planned Development Permit PD2024-0001 and Conditional Use Permit U2024-0002 for AT&T tower at 1641 East Donovan Road
• Approve minutes of the Planning Commission meeting held June 19, 2024

City Council Meeting

The council will vote on establishing a limited‑time parking zone on Airpark Drive. It will also designate the Director of Utilities as the authorized representative for a financial agreement with the State Water Resources Control Board for the Ray Water Company consolidation. The consent calendar includes approval of the city’s response to the 2023‑2024 Santa Barbara County Grand Jury report on Individuals in Crisis and a resolution to cancel the September 3, 2024 meeting. Additional items include routine finance approvals and several board appointments.

• Adopt a resolution establishing a limited‑time parking zone on Airpark Drive
• Adopt a resolution designating the Director of Utilities as authorized representative for the Ray Water Company consolidation financial agreement
• Approve staff‑recommended responses to the 2023‑2024 Santa Barbara County Grand Jury report on Individuals in Crisis
• Adopt a resolution canceling the regular City Council meeting scheduled for September 3, 2024
• Approve payment of warrants and payroll as part of the Finance Department agenda

The City Council adopted a policy not to accept ownership of new stormwater basins except on a case-by-case basis with public benefit and funding, voting 3-1. The council also continued the downtown surplus land sale agreement with Vernon Property Group to September 17, 2024, for more data. Consent calendar items were approved, including resolutions on parking, water consolidation, and meeting cancellation.

• Adopted stormwater basin policy (3-1)
• Continued Vernon Property Group land sale agreement to Sept 17 (3-1)
• Approved consent calendar including Resolutions 2024-99, 2024-100, 2024-101 (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-102 for CDBG funding priorities (4-0)
• Approved minutes of July 16 and Aug 1 meetings (3-0, Escobedo abstained)
• Made appointments to boards and commissions (4-0)
• Approved responses to Grand Jury report on individuals in crisis
• Ratified payment of warrants and payroll

Recreation and Parks Commission

The Recreation and Parks Commission will review and approve minutes from its July 9, 2024 meeting and receive updates on the Tobacco Retail Program.

• Approval of July 9, 2024 meeting minutes
• Presentation on Tobacco Retail Program
• Business Manager's Report
• Parks and Operations Division Report
• Recreation Division Report

The Recreation and Parks Commission approved the minutes from its July 9, 2024 meeting. Staff reported on the Tobacco Retail Program, including a $45,000 flavored tobacco seizure, and provided updates on parks projects, recreation programs, and the Sports Complex design. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from July 9, 2024 regular meeting

Library Board of Trustees

The agenda for the Santa Maria Library Board of Trustees meeting on August 13, 2024 contains no listed items. It appears to be a procedural placeholder without specific decisions or discussions. No contracts, rezoning, ordinances, or hearings are noted.

The Santa Maria Library Board of Trustees met on May 14, 2024, and approved the minutes from the February 13, 2024 meeting without changes. No other formal decisions were made; the meeting consisted of staff reports on library programs, budget status, and ongoing projects. The board received updates on the Early Learning Hub grant, Bookmobile expansion, security cameras, and the city budget process.

• Approved minutes of February 13, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

Block Grants Advisory Committee

The Block Grants Advisory Committee will approve the minutes from the July 22 special meeting, allow a brief public comment period, receive staff updates on community programs and board‑chair vacancies, consider establishing a nominating committee for board chairs, and discuss the Community Development Block Grant process for fiscal year 2025‑26, including outreach, potential funding changes, application questions, and key dates.

• Approve minutes from the July 22 Block Grants Advisory Committee special meeting
• Action to establish and approve a nominating committee for board chairs
• Debrief on outreach and participation for the FY 2025‑26 needs workshop
• Consider potential changes to the FY 2025‑26 funding process
• Review grant application questions for the FY 2025‑26 funding cycle

The committee approved a sub-committee to recommend next year's board chairs. Members also discussed increasing public participation for future needs workshops and proposed changes to the FY 2025-26 funding process.

• Approved July 22, 2024, meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved Patricia Solorio, Mackenzie Greeley, and Isaac Berumen for the board chair nominating committee

Planning Commission Study Session

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface text. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items are listed.

Planning Commission

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface text. There are no specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items listed.

City Council Meeting

The posted agenda contains no specific items, contracts, or proposals. It appears to consist only of generic placeholders and procedural headings. No decisions or discussions are detailed in the document.

Special City Council Meeting

The Santa Maria City Council will open with a call to order, allow public oral comments, then recess to a closed session to discuss public employee recruitment for the City Manager position. After reconvening, the council will receive a report from the City Attorney. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Call to order and roll call
• Public comment period (in‑person oral comments only)
• Closed session: public employee recruitment – City Manager
• Report by the City Attorney from closed session
• Adjournment

The special meeting was called for a closed session to discuss public employee recruitment for the city manager position. No public comment was received, and no reportable action was taken in open session. The meeting adjourned shortly after reconvening.

• Held closed session on city manager recruitment (no reportable action)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:35 p.m.

Block Grants Advisory Committee

The Block Grants Advisory Committee will review and adopt funding priorities for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 and discuss community needs. The committee will also review application questions for the next funding cycle.

• Review and adopt priorities for Fiscal Year 2025-2026
• Review and finalize application questions for FY 2025-26 funding cycle
• City Council Public Hearing for Proposed FY 2025-2026 funding priorities on August 20
• Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) for FY 2025-2026 to be published on August 22

The Block Grants Advisory Committee approved (8-0) the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding priorities, with clerical revisions to Priority B's second bullet point to better define school-aged persons. The committee declined to add microenterprise funding, citing City Council's prior decision against using CDBG funds for such projects due to administrative burden and risk. The adopted priorities will go to the City Council for a public hearing on August 20, 2024.

• Approved FY 2025-26 CDBG funding priorities with clerical revisions (8-0)
• Declined to add microenterprise funding to priorities, maintaining prior Council stance
• Approved June 10, 2024 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Tabled discussion on improving needs workshop outreach to next meeting

Planning Commission Study Session

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface elements. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items are listed.

Planning Commission

The Santa Maria Planning Commission will review a Planned Development Permit, Conditional Use Permit, and Tentative Parcel Map for a project at 1423 and 1431 South Bradley Road. The proposal would subdivide a 3.70‑acre parcel, replace a 7,070‑sq‑ft restaurant with a 3,596‑sq‑ft carwash, and add a 2,300‑sq‑ft drive‑thru coffee shop. The Commission is recommended to approve the parcel map by resolution and the permits by motion. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of June 19 minutes and public comment.

• Approve Tentative Parcel Map TR2023-0004 by resolution
• Approve Planned Development Permit PD2023-0019 by motion
• Approve Conditional Use Permit U2023-0019 by motion
• Approve minutes of the June 19, 2024 Planning Commission meeting
• Public comment period for any agenda or non‑agenda items

City Council Meeting

The Santa Maria City Council will vote on several routine and special items, including the award of a $277,835 construction bid for Phase II of the North DeJoy Street Park. Additional agenda items cover the FY 2024-25 appropriation limit, a ten‑year professional services agreement with Collaborative Solutions LLC, and a resolution to revise employer‑paid contributions for Public Safety Managers. The council will also consider canceling the August 6, 2024 meeting and adopt various proclamations and presentations.

• Award bid No. 2024-05 to G. Sosa Construction, Inc. for $277,835 to build Phase II of North DeJoy Street Park
• Adopt a resolution establishing the City of Santa Maria’s FY 2024-25 appropriation limit
• Approve a ten‑year professional services agreement with Collaborative Solutions LLC for Continued Value Services
• Adopt a resolution revising employer‑paid member contributions to the California Public Employees’ Retirement System for Public Safety Managers
• Adopt a resolution canceling the regular City Council meeting scheduled for August 6, 2024

The City Council approved several infrastructure contracts, including a bid for the North DeJoy Street Park and a professional services agreement for the Safe Routes to School project. The council also made several board appointments and canceled the August 6 and September 3 meetings.

• Awarded $277,835 bid to G. Sosa Construction, Inc. for North DeJoy Street Park Project (4-0)
• Awarded up to $489,270 to Nichols Consulting Engineers, Chtd. for Safe Routes to School project (4-0)
• Approved 10-year agreement with Collaborative Solutions, LLC for Continued Value Services (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-94 canceling the August 6, 2024 meeting (4-0)
• Approved revised wage and benefits package for Public Safety Managers (4-0)
• Appointed Robert Doyle to Block Grants Advisory Committee (4-0)
• Appointed Sara Lougee to Library Board of Trustees (4-0)
• Appointed John Childers, Jr. and Greggory Follett to Measure U Citizens’ Oversight Committee (4-0)

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will review two conditional use permit requests. These include a request for beer and wine service at Golden Corral on South Bradley Road and a proposal for an electric security fence at Seaside Packaging.

• Beer and wine conditional use permit for Golden Corral at 2104 South Bradley Road Suite A-1
• Electric security fence conditional use permit for Seaside Packaging at 1475 West La Brea Avenue

Recreation and Parks Commission

The Commission will receive a presentation on the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget summary and upcoming budget. The body will also consider approving a resolution for the 15th anniversary of Los Flores Ranch Park. Additionally, new committee assignments and a new Vice Chair will be recognized.

• Presentation of Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget summary and upcoming budget
• Approval of the Los Flores Ranch Park 15th Anniversary Resolution
• Recognition of new Vice Chair and committee assignments
• Presentation on Los Flores Ranch Park volunteers and summer activities

The Commission approved a resolution celebrating the 15th anniversary of Los Flores Ranch Park. Members also appointed a Vice Chair and assigned a commissioner to the Community Partnerships Board.

• Approved June 11, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Los Flores Ranch Park 15th Anniversary Resolution (4-0)
• Appointed Commissioner Rebecca Carey as Vice Chair
• Assigned Commissioner Anais Diaz to the Community Partnerships Board

Block Grants Advisory Committee

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Planning Commission Study Session

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Planning Commission

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City Council Meeting

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Planning Commission Study Session

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Special City Council Meeting

The Santa Maria City Council will hold a special meeting on June 19, 2024. The agenda is limited to a closed session regarding the recruitment of a new City Manager. No items are scheduled for open session discussion.

• Public employee recruitment for the City Manager position

The Santa Maria City Council held a special closed-session meeting on June 19, 2024, on public employee recruitment for the City Manager position. No public comment was received. After reconvening, the Assistant City Attorney reported that the council met in closed session and provided direction to the recruiter. No other decisions were recorded, and the meeting adjourned at 1:19 p.m.

• Met in closed session on City Manager recruitment (Gov. Code §54956.8)
• Provided direction to the recruiter (reported by Assistant City Attorney; no vote tally recorded)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing a permit for a new Starbucks Coffee Shop at 1202 West Betteravia Road. The proposal includes a 1,300-square-foot drive-through only facility on a 0.51-acre site.

• Planned Development Permit and Conditional Use Permit for a Starbucks drive-through at 1202 West Betteravia Road
• Approval of Planning Commission minutes from April 17, 2024

City Council Meeting

The Santa Maria City Council will meet to discuss labor negotiations and property price discussions in closed session. During the open session, the council will consider several items including an auditing services contract and transit safety plans. The agenda also includes reports on highway improvements and fireworks enforcement.

• Three-year auditing services contract with CliftonLarsonAllen LLP
• Adoption of the 2024 Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan
• PG&E easement at 1303 Fairway Drive for electric bus infrastructure
• Acquisition of a graffiti abatement truck for Recreation and Parks
• Construction quality assurance contract with Trihydro Corporation for the regional landfill

The Santa Maria City Council approved a resolution adopting the budget for Fiscal Years 2024-2025 and 2025-2026, with policy actions and delegation to the City Manager to implement, on a 3-2 vote (Escobedo and Soto opposed). The council also approved the 2024 User Fee Schedule on a 4-0 vote, with Soto absent. The consent calendar, including seven resolutions, was approved 5-0. The next regular meeting is July 16; the July 2 meeting was canceled.

• Adopted 2024-26 budget (Resolution No. 2024-92) on a 3-2 vote; Escobedo and Soto opposed
• Approved 2024 User Fee Schedule (Resolution No. 2024-84) on a 4-0 vote; Soto absent
• Approved consent calendar 5-0, including Resolution Nos. 2024-85 through 2024-91
• Approved three-year auditing services agreement with CliftonLarsonAllen LLP (Resolution No. 2024-85)
• Approved 2024 Investment Policy (Resolution No. 2024-86)
• Approved 2024 Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan (Resolution No. 2024-87)
• Authorized PG&E easement for electric bus infrastructure at Transit Operations & Maintenance Facility (Resolution No. 2024-88)
• Authorized acquisition of an expansion Graffiti Abatement Truck (Resolution No. 2024-89)

Recreation and Parks Commission

The Recreation and Parks Commission will receive presentations regarding the Santa Maria Sports Complex and the Summer Aquatics Program. Staff reports from the Business Manager, Parks and Operations, and Recreation divisions will also be presented.

• Presentation on Santa Maria Sports Complex
• Presentation on Summer Aquatics Program
• Approval of May 14, 2024 meeting minutes

The Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the May 14, 2024 meeting. Staff presented early-stage designs for a future Santa Maria Sports Complex and updates on summer aquatics and park operations. No new ordinances or budget allocations were voted on during this regular meeting.

• Approved May 14, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Reviewed early-stage design for Santa Maria Sports Complex
• Received update on Summer Aquatics program upgrades and schedule
• Received status update on Japanese Community Center and Veteran's Park projects
• Received update on City-Wide Parks Assessment and Urban Forest Management Plan

Block Grants Advisory Committee

The Block Grants Advisory Committee will work to finalize contingencies for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 public service and capital funding contracts. The committee will also review the application template for the Fiscal Year 2025-26 funding cycle.

• Finalizing FY 2024-2025 Public Service Funding Contract contingencies
• Finalizing FY 2024-2025 Capital Funding Contract contingencies
• Review of FY 2025-26 application template

The Block Grants Advisory Committee approved final contingencies for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 public service and capital funding contracts, both by unanimous 12-0 votes. The committee also reviewed draft application templates for the upcoming 2025-26 funding cycle and received updates on staff vacancies and reappointments. No substantive new funding decisions were made beyond finalizing the contract terms.

• Approved final contingencies for FY 2024-2025 Public Service Funding Contracts (12-0)
• Approved final contingencies for FY 2024-2025 Capital Funding Contracts (12-0)
• Approved May 13, 2024 meeting minutes (10-0)
• Reviewed draft application template for FY 2025-26 funding cycle
• Proposed cancellation of July regular meeting

Planning Commission Study Session

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Planning Commission

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City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider calling the General Municipal Election for November 5, 2024. The agenda includes approving the FY 2024-25 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan and a $14,975,600 construction contract. The council will also review the annual military equipment use report.

• Awarding $14,975,600 to Raminha Construction, Inc. for Cell 1, Phase II Liner Extension Project
• Calling the November 5, 2024 General Municipal Election
• Approving the FY 2024-25 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan
• Renewing the Military Equipment Use Policy and approving the 2023-2004 annual report
• Amending the employment agreement for Interim City Manager Alex Posada

The Santa Maria City Council approved a $14,975,600 bid for the Cell 1 Phase II Liner Extension Project and called for a General Municipal Election on November 5, 2024. The council also confirmed landscape maintenance district assessments for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 and adopted the Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan. Additionally, the council approved the Annual User Fee Schedule 2024 pending a second public hearing.

• Approved $14,975,600 bid to Raminha Construction for Cell 1 Phase II Liner Extension Project (Resolution No. 2024-77)
• Called General Municipal Election for November 5, 2024, and consolidated with Santa Barbara County (Resolutions No. 2024-69 and 2024-70)
• Adopted CDBG Annual Action Plan for Fiscal Year 2024-25 (Resolution Nos. 2024-73, 2024-74, and 2024-75)
• Confirmed Fiscal Year 2024-2025 assessment rates for four Landscape Maintenance Districts (Resolution Nos. 2024-80, 2024-81, 2024-82, and 2024-83)
• Approved additions and updates to the 2024 Citywide User Fee Schedule for future hearing on June 18th (Resolution No. 2024-84)
• Canceled the regular City Council meeting scheduled for July 2, 2024 (Resolution No. 2024-72)
• Approved Military Equipment Use Annual Report for 2023-2024 (Resolution No. 2024-76)
• Authorized LAFCO application for out-of-agency water service agreement with Santa Maria Bonita School District (Resolution No. 2024-79)

Special City Council Meeting

The Santa Maria City Council is holding a special meeting to receive a presentation responding to questions about the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-2026 biennial budget. The public hearing for final adoption of the budget is scheduled for June 18, 2024. No other business items are on the agenda.

• Presentation on responses to questions about the proposed FY 2024-2026 Biennial Budget

The Santa Maria City Council held a special meeting on June 3, 2024, that was largely procedural. The council received a presentation from Interim City Manager Alex Posada responding to questions about the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-2026 budget. No votes or substantive decisions were recorded; the public hearing for adoption of the proposed biennial budget is set for June 18, 2024. Public comment was taken, with several residents speaking.

• Received presentation on responses to questions about the proposed FY 2024-2026 budget (no vote recorded)
• No other substantive actions or votes recorded

City Council Meeting

The City Council will receive and provide input on the preliminary Fiscal Year 2024-26 Biennial Budget, including General Fund and Measure U overviews, department proposals, and proposed fee increases. A public hearing for adoption is set for June 18, 2024. The agenda also includes consent items such as bond releases, a pay schedule update, and road maintenance project lists.

• Preliminary FY 2024-26 Budget Development with General Fund and Measure U overview
• Proposed fee increases to return for adoption on June 18, 2024
• Bond release for Carpenter’s Local 1800, Tract 6016: $136,910 Faithful Performance Bond
• Adoption of Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account Project List for SB 1 funding
• Adoption of resolutions for 2024-25 landscape maintenance assessments and public hearing on June 4, 2024

The City Council approved a comprehensive pay schedule for all employees and a project list for road maintenance funded by Senate Bill 1. The council also authorized the intent to levy landscape maintenance assessments for 2024-25. A special meeting will be scheduled to address questions regarding the preliminary 2024-26 budget.

• Approved comprehensive schematic pay schedule for full-time and part-time employees (5-0)
• Approved Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account Project List for Senate Bill 1 (5-0)
• Approved intent to levy and collect 2024-25 landscape maintenance assessments (5-0)
• Released $136,910 Faithful Performance Bond for Carpenter’s Local 1800, Tract 6016 (5-0)
• Ratified payment of warrants and payroll (5-0)
• Approved minutes from May 6 and May 7, 2024 meetings (5-0)

Planning Commission Study Session

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Planning Commission

The City Council is meeting to discuss and potentially decide on several items including zoning amendments, fee schedule updates, and other administrative matters. The agenda includes public hearings and action items on land use and financial policies.

• Zoning text amendment discussion
• Fee schedule update for city services
• Public hearing on proposed ordinance changes

Library Board of Trustees

The agenda for the May 14, 2024 meeting of the Santa Maria Library Board of Trustees contains only boilerplate and no substantive items for discussion or decision.

The Board approved the minutes from the November 14, 2023 meeting. The remainder of the meeting consisted of staff reports regarding facility assessments, recruitment for security positions, and library programming updates.

• Approved minutes of the November 14, 2023 meeting

Recreation and Parks Commission

The Recreation and Parks Commission will receive a presentation on recreation and park project updates, introduce new Commissioner Anais Diaz, and hear reports from staff. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from March and April 2024 and a public comment period.

• Presentation on Recreation and Parks project updates
• Introduction of new Commissioner Anais Diaz
• Approval of minutes from March 12, 2024 and April 9, 2024
• Reports from Business Manager, Parks and Operations, Recreation Division, and Director

The Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the March 12 and April 9, 2024 meetings. The remainder of the meeting consisted of staff reports on project updates, budgeting, and personnel.

• Approved minutes from March 12 and April 9, 2024 (unanimous)

Block Grants Advisory Committee

The Block Grants Advisory Committee will discuss and finalize contingencies for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 funding contracts based on City Attorney recommendations. They will also receive updates on existing capital and public service activities, BGAC bylaws, and committee vacancies. A public hearing on the Draft Action Plan from April 2 will be reviewed.

• Finalize contingencies for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 funding contracts based on City Attorney recommendations
• Overview of Public Hearing of Drafted Action Plan on April 2
• Update on existing Capital and Public Service activities
• Update on BGAC Bylaws
• Update on BGAC Vacancies

The committee approved the minutes from the March 11, 2024 meeting. Members tabled the finalization of FY 2024-2025 funding contract contingencies pending further clarification from the City Attorney regarding the definition of 'City review.'

• Approved March 11, 2024 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Tabled finalization of FY 2024-2025 funding contract contingencies

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will consider two requests for Conditional Certificates of Compliance. These items involve land parcels located near the west terminus of the McCoy Lane Right-of-Way.

• Conditional Certificate of Compliance (SUB2024-0004) for 39.3-acres at Assessor’s Parcel No. 111-040-007
• Conditional Certificate of Compliance (SUB2024-0005) for 39.4-acres at Assessor’s Parcel No. 111-040-014

City Council Meeting

The Santa Maria City Council will hold a closed session on labor negotiations and city manager recruitment, then consider several proclamations, consent calendar items including parking changes on multiple streets, and regular business items including a resolution opposing a state tax initiative, a conceptual review of a downtown redevelopment proposal by the Vernon Group on city-owned parcels, and approval of third-quarter budget amendments for the 2023-24 fiscal year.

• Resolution opposing Ballot Initiative No. 21-0042A1, the 'Taxpayer Protection and Government Accountability Act'
• Conceptual review of proposed downtown redevelopment by the Vernon Group on city-owned parcels
• Adoption of resolutions approving third-quarter amendments to the 2023-24 budget for personnel and operational changes
• Establishment of angle parking on West Cypress Street between South Depot Street and South Railroad Avenue
• Establishment of preferential parking privileges in the Pacific Crest Estates neighborhood

The City Council adopted a resolution opposing the 'Taxpayer Protection and Government Accountability Act' ballot initiative. They also approved third-quarter amendments to the 2023-24 budget, with an amendment removing a Confidential Technician position. Additionally, the council approved several parking resolutions and received a conceptual review of proposed downtown redevelopment.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-62 opposing Ballot Initiative No 21-0042A1 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-63 approving Q3 budget amendments, excluding Confidential Technician position (4-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar items 11.a.1 through 11.d.6 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-55 amending SBCAG Joint Powers Agreement for broadband coordination
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-56 establishing angle parking on West Cypress Street
• Adopted Resolutions Nos. 2024-57 through 2024-60 establishing limited-time parking zones on Dal Porto Lane, Fairway Drive, Thompson Way, and South Thornburg Street
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-61 establishing preferential parking privileges in Pacific Crest Estates
• Received conceptual review of Downtown Redevelopment by The Vernon Group

Special City Council Meeting

This is a special closed-session meeting of the Santa Maria City Council. The only substantive item is a closed session to discuss the recruitment of a City Manager, pursuant to California Government Code. The meeting includes public comment periods before and after the closed session, but no other business is scheduled.

• Closed session: Public Employee Recruitment - City Manager (Gov. Code §54956.8)

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will consider a consent calendar item to approve a Conditional Use Permit for DAF, Inc. to serve a full line of alcoholic beverages for on-site consumption at Mi Manera Restaurant, located at 1701 North Broadway. The project is on a 2.89-acre site in a PD/C-2 district and qualifies for a Class 1 Categorical Exemption under CEQA. No public hearings are scheduled; the meeting also includes a public comment period and oral reports.

• Conditional Use Permit (U2023-0024) for full alcohol service at Mi Manera Restaurant, 1701 N Broadway
• Applicant: DAF, Inc.; site is 2.89 acres in PD/C-2 district
• Class 1 Categorical Exemption under CEQA Section 15301 (Existing Facilities)
• Consent calendar approval recommended by staff

Planning Commission Study Session

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Planning Commission

The Santa Maria Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider approving two major development projects: a Donahue Truck Centers facility and a Chick-fil-A drive-thru restaurant, both on Preisker Lane. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and oral reports from commissioners and staff.

• Donahue Truck Centers: review of a Planned Development Permit and Conditional Use Permit for a 16,000-square-foot commercial truck sales, service, and rental facility on a 1.5-acre parcel at 1900 Block of Preisker Lane
• Chick-fil-A: review of a Planned Development Permit and Conditional Use Permit for a 4,965-square-foot drive-thru restaurant with canopy, patio dining, and trash enclosure at 2140 North Preisker Lane
• Both projects are recommended for approval by staff
• Environmental review: Donahue project qualifies as infill development (Class 32); Chick-fil-A covered by a previously adopted Mitigated Negative Declaration with an addendum
• Public comment accepted in person, via Zoom, email, or phone

City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider adopting a slate of transit-related items, including federal funding applications, a low-carbon operations grant, and declaring older buses surplus. They will also conduct a second reading of technical amendments to the municipal code covering business taxes, water service, and other regulations. Appointments to the Measure U oversight committee and Recreation & Parks Commission are on the agenda, along with receiving the Measure U annual report.

• Adopt resolution for FTA 5307 transit funding for FY 2024-27 for Santa Maria Urbanized Area
• Authorize $213,970 Low Carbon Operations Program grant for two solar array EV chargers
• Declare older transit vehicles surplus and authorize auction
• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance 2024-05, technical amendments to municipal code
• Appointments to Measure U Citizens’ Oversight Committee and Recreation & Parks Commission

The City Council adopted several resolutions to secure federal transit funding and authorize the sale of old transit vehicles. The council also passed Ordinance No. 2024-05 to make technical amendments to the Santa Maria Municipal Code.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2024-05 for technical amendments to the Municipal Code
• Approved FTA Section 5307 fund applications for FY 2024-27 (Resolution 2024-52)
• Approved $213,970 grant for two Solar Array Electric Vehicle Chargers (Resolution 2024-53)
• Authorized the sale of surplus transit vehicles via auction (Resolution 2024-54)
• Appointed Anais Diaz to the Recreation & Parks Commission (4-0)
• Ratified payment of warrants and payroll
• Approved minutes from April 2 and April 6, 2024 meetings

Recreation and Parks Commission

The Recreation and Parks Commission will receive a presentation on grant program updates, hear reports from the Business Manager, Parks and Operations, Recreation Division (including a Sports Complex update), and the Director. The meeting also includes approval of March 12, 2024 minutes and public comment.

• Presentation on Grant Program Updates
• Sports Complex Update in Recreation Division Report
• Approval of minutes from March 12, 2024 regular meeting
• Public comment period (15 minutes total, 5 minutes per speaker)

The Recreation and Parks Commission met on April 9, 2024, and received presentations and staff reports on grants, parks operations, recreation programs, and department projects. The only action item, approval of the March 14, 2024 minutes, was postponed to the next meeting on May 14, 2024. No new business was taken up, and no substantive decisions were made. The meeting adjourned at 4:54 p.m.

• Approval of March 14, 2024 minutes postponed to May 14, 2024 meeting
• No new business items were considered
• No other motions, votes, or approvals were recorded

Block Grants Advisory Committee

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Special City Council Meeting

This is a special meeting of the Santa Maria City Council. The only substantive item is a closed session to discuss the recruitment of a City Manager. The meeting will then reconvene in open session for a report from the City Attorney.

• Closed session: Public Employee Recruitment - City Manager (Gov. Code §54956.8)

The City Council met in closed session to discuss public employee recruitment for the City Manager. Following the session, the City Attorney reported that direction was provided to staff and the consultant.

• Provided direction to consultant and staff regarding City Manager recruitment

Planning Commission Study Session

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City Council Meeting

The City Council approved the overall allocations for the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Community Development Block Grant Action Plan and distributed $37,500 in public services funding. The Council also adopted two zoning ordinances and approved wage and benefit packages for management and public safety employees.

• Approved FY 2024-25 Community Development Block Grant overall allocations (5-0)
• Allocated $37,500 in CDBG funding to various public services programs (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2024-03 amending zoning rules for discretionary permits and permit revocation
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2024-04 amending zoning rules for Accessory Dwelling Units
• Approved wage and benefit packages for Non-Represented Management and Public Safety Managers (Res. 2024-47, 2024-48)
• Approved CalPERS Comprehensive Schematic Pay Schedule (Res. 2024-49)
• Authorized expenditure of funds from Allan Hancock Joint Community College District agreement (Res. 2024-50)
• Approved maintenance agreement with Caltrans for 15 utility boxes (Res. 2024-51)

Measure U Citizens' Oversight Committee

The committee approved the FY 2022-23 Measure U Annual Report, authorizing the Chair to sign and forward it to the City Council. A correction was noted changing a figure in the report from $3.7 million to $1.3 million, pending the final audited version. The committee also approved updated minutes from the previous meeting.

• Approved updated minutes from March 11, 2024 (3-0)
• Authorized Chair to sign and forward FY 2022-23 Annual Report to City Council (3-0)
• Noted correction in Annual Report from $3.7 million to $1.3 million

Planning Commission Study Session

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Planning Commission

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City Council Meeting

The City Council will vote on a consent calendar including a $151,000 pedestrian and bicycle safety contract with MOVE Santa Barbara County, a zoning map amendment for the Holiday Inn Express, and a land purchase for the Santa Maria Sports Park. Public hearings will consider the Measure A five-year transportation project plan, zoning text amendments for permit revocations and accessory dwelling units. Regular business includes adopting citywide priorities for 2024-2026 and approving an Enterprise Resource Planning system implementation.

• Adoption of a resolution awarding a $151,000 professional services agreement to MOVE Santa Barbara County for pedestrian and bicycle safety services
• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 2024-02 rezoning 2.13 acres at 2000 block of Roemer Court from PD/CM to PD/C-2 for Holiday Inn Express
• Approval of a purchase and sale agreement for Lot 6 of Tract 6022 (Blosser Ranch), 21.13 acres, for the Santa Maria Sports Park
• Public hearing on Measure A Five-Year Local Program of Projects for fiscal years 2024/2025 through 2028/2029
• Public hearing on zoning text amendments for accessory dwelling units (Chapter 12-56) and permit revocations (Chapter 12-35)

The Santa Maria City Council approved a $3,481,081 budget amendment and 10 full-time equivalent positions for a two-year Enterprise Resource Planning system implementation, along with related agreements with Cognizant, SpryPoint, Can/Am Technologies, and a ratified Workday agreement. The council also adopted a Measure A five-year local program of projects, approved a $151,000 pedestrian and bicycle safety services agreement with MOVE Santa Barbara County, and approved a purchase and sale agreement for a Santa Maria Sports Park lot. Two zoning text amendments were introduced on first reading: one on time extensions and permit revocations passed 3-2, and one on accessory dwelling units passed 4-1. A resolution on wage and benefit packages for non-represented management and confidential employees and public safety managers was pulled for a future date and not voted upon.

• Approved $3,481,081 budget amendment and 10 two-year FTE positions for ERP implementation (5-0)
• Approved Master Services Agreement with Cognizant for ERP implementation (5-0)
• Approved Master Subscription Agreement with SpryPoint Services (5-0)
• Approved Master Services Agreement with Can/Am Technologies (5-0)
• Ratified Workday Master Subscription Agreement signed Jan 30, 2024 (5-0)
• Adopted Measure A Five-Year Local Program of Projects for FY 2024/25–2028/29 (5-0)
• Approved $151,000 pedestrian and bicycle safety services agreement with MOVE Santa Barbara County (5-0)
• Introduced zoning text amendments on time extensions and permit revocations, first reading (3-2)

Recreation and Parks Commission

The Commission approved the minutes from the February 13, 2024, meeting. Staff provided updates on a citywide solar project, budget status, and the postponement of the Urban Forest Master Plan and Parks Assessment items.

• Approved February 13, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Measure U Citizens' Oversight Committee

The Measure U Citizens' Oversight Committee will review the audited financial statements for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023, and receive a presentation on Measure U fund activities. The committee is also expected to approve the minutes from the February 27, 2023 meeting and set a date for a special meeting to finalize a written report to the City Council.

• Review of Measure U audited financial statements for FY 2022-23
• Presentation on overview of Measure U fund activities
• Approval of minutes from February 27, 2023 meeting
• Direction to staff on preparing a written report to City Council

The Committee agreed to use unaudited financials to prepare a written report for the City Council. This report will state whether Measure U revenues and expenses align with City Council intent. A special meeting was scheduled for March 25, 2024, to review and authorize the report.

• Approved February 27, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Agreed to proceed with unaudited financials for reporting purposes
• Approved preparation of a written report to City Council regarding Measure U fund consistency (3-0)
• Scheduled next meeting for March 25, 2024, to review and sign the report (3-0)

Block Grants Advisory Committee

The Block Grants Advisory Committee will debrief its recent deliberations on the CDBG process for fiscal year 2024-2025 and discuss possible contingencies to its recommendations. The committee will also review the process for a public hearing on the drafted Action Plan scheduled for April 2, 2024. Other items include updates on capital and public service activities, a committee vacancy, and a reminder to submit Form 700.

• Debrief of CDBG deliberations process for fiscal year 2024-2025
• Possible contingencies to BGAC recommendations
• Overview of process for public hearing on drafted Action Plan on April 2
• Update on capital and public service activities
• Update on BGAC vacancy

The committee approved a blanket statement for all Fiscal Year 2024-25 funding contracts requiring subrecipients to expend at least half of their allocation and meet half of their service goals by December 31. Failure to provide proof of these metrics within 30 days of the deadline may result in the recovery of remaining funds. A proposed funding contingency for Catholic Charities was tabled.

• Approved minutes from February 15, 2024 (9-0)
• Approved blanket statement requiring 50% expenditure and goal completion by Dec 31 for FY 2024-25 contracts
• Tabled proposed funding contingency for Catholic Charities

Planning Commission Study Session

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Planning Commission

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City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider awarding a $2,264,728 bid for the Battles Road Green Corridor and Beautification Project and authorizing the purchase of 21.13 acres (Lot 6, Blosser Ranch) for the Santa Maria Sports Park. Other notable consent items include awarding a $398,872 bid to re-roof the Minami Center and a $218,000 bid to re-roof the Fire Administration building. A public hearing is scheduled for a zone change and development permit for a Holiday Inn Express on the 2000 block of Roemer Court.

• Award of $2,264,728 bid to J.F. Will Company for Battles Road Green Corridor and Beautification Project
• Purchase of 21.13 acres (Lot 6, Blosser Ranch) for Santa Maria Sports Park
• Award of $398,872 bid to Best Contracting Services for Minami Center Re-Roofing
• Award of $218,000 bid to GN Roofing for Fire Administration Re-Roofing
• Public hearing for Holiday Inn Express General Plan Amendment, Zone Change, and Planned Development Permit at 2000 block of Roemer Court

The City Council approved a general plan amendment and planned development permit for a Holiday Inn Express at the 2000 block of Roemer Court. The council also awarded several public works construction bids and established new parking and stopping restrictions.

• Approved General Plan amendment and PD permit for Holiday Inn Express (4-0)
• Awarded $2,264,728 contract for Battles Road Green Corridor project to J.F. Will Company, Inc.
• Awarded $398,872 contract for Minami Center Re-Roofing to Best Contracting Services, Inc.
• Awarded $218,000 contract for Fire Administration Re-Roofing to GN Roofing
• Established large vehicle parking restriction on Grant Street (Resolution 2024-23)
• Established No Stopping Zone on Southside Parkway (Resolution 2024-25)
• Approved Santa Maria Regional Transit Title VI Program 2024-2027 (Resolution 2024-24)
• Approved revenue agreement for Santa Maria Regional Landfill postclosure maintenance (Resolution 2024-29)

Planning Commission Study Session

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Planning Commission

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City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider approving a new labor agreement with SEIU Local 620, awarding contracts for Veterans Memorial Park Phase II ($727,284) and citywide pedestrian safety improvements ($1.94 million), and extending a debris removal contract. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Fire Department's long-range master plan and second-quarter budget amendments.

• Ratify successor MOU with SEIU Local 620 and adopt CalPERS pay schedule
• Award $727,284 bid to G. Sosa Construction for Veterans Memorial Park Phase II (grading, landscaping, playground)
• Award $1,942,704 bid to V. Lopez Jr & Sons for citywide pedestrian safety and accessibility improvements
• Extend debris removal contract with 2M Waste Solutions for 3 years, up to $250,000 more
• Receive Fire Department Long-Range Master Plan presentation

The City Council approved several infrastructure contracts, including pedestrian safety and park improvements. The council also ratified a labor agreement with SEIU Local 620 and approved budget amendments for the 2023-24 fiscal year.

• Approved $1,942,704.25 contract to V. Lopez Jr & Sons G.E.C., Inc. for pedestrian safety (5-0)
• Approved $727,284.26 contract to G. Sosa Construction Inc. for Veterans Memorial Park Phase II (5-0)
• Approved $250,000 extension for debris removal services with 2 Mexicans, LLC (5-0)
• Ratified tentative agreement and MOU with SEIU Local 620 (5-0)
• Approved 2023-24 budget amendments, excluding ARPA and Economic Development Manager positions (5-0)
• Approved agreement with Santa Maria Joint Union High School District for use of District Pools (5-0)
• Authorized application for FEMA 2023 Assistance to Firefighters Grant for protective equipment (5-0)
• Authorized project application to California State Parks for Santa Maria Sports Complex (5-0)

Special City Council Meeting

This is a special meeting of the Santa Maria City Council convened solely for a goal-setting workshop. The agenda contains no ordinances, contracts, or other binding items for a vote. The only substantive item is a closed-session-style workshop to discuss and set council priorities for the coming period.

• Goal-setting workshop to establish City Council priorities for 2024
• Public comment period limited to 15 minutes and restricted to agenda items only
• No rezonings, contracts, fee changes, or public hearings on the agenda

Block Grants Advisory Committee

The Block Grants Advisory Committee will hold a special meeting to deliberate and vote on funding recommendations for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) programs for fiscal year 2024-2025. The agenda includes reviewing city priorities, estimated available funding, and a summary of applications. The committee will vote on segmented and unsegmented CDBG public service programs and capital projects, as well as adopt contingencies pending the final HUD allocation.

• Vote on segmented CDBG Public Service Programs and Capital Projects
• Vote on unsegmented CDBG Public Service Programs and Capital Projects
• Adoption of contingencies for Public Services and Capital depending on final HUD amount
• Approval of minutes from the February 12, 2024 deliberations session
• Upcoming City Council public hearing on April 2, 2024 for CDBG funding recommendations

The Block Grants Advisory Committee established funding recommendations for Fiscal Year 2024-25. The committee approved recommendations for ten public service agencies and five capital projects, including specific funding contingencies based on final HUD amounts.

• Approved recommendations for 10 unsegmented CDBG public service programs (12-0)
• Approved recommendations for 5 unsegmented CDBG capital projects and TBRA Administration (11-1)
• Approved 5% delivery costs retention for all five capital applications (12-0)
• Approved $15,000 in capital funding for TBRA Administration (12-0)
• Approved funding for Legal Aid Foundation for Fair Housing (12-0)
• Approved funding contingencies for public services based on HUD totals (12-0)
• Approved funding contingencies for capital projects based on HUD totals (12-0)
• Approved minutes from February 12, 2024 meeting

Recreation and Parks Commission

The Recreation and Parks Commission will receive a second presentation of the 2023 Citywide Parks Assessment report and vote on whether to approve it and refer it to the City Council. The commission will also recognize a retiring recreation coordinator and honor Adopt-A-Road volunteers.

• Proclamation honoring Recreation Coordinator Wendy Hudson for 17 years of service
• Presentation and certificates for 2023 Adopt-A-Road volunteers
• Chair rotation and new committee assignments
• Receive and potentially approve 2023 Citywide Parks Assessment report, then refer to City Council
• Approval of minutes from Nov 14, 2023 and Dec 12, 2023 meetings

The Recreation and Parks Commission unanimously approved the 2023 Santa Maria Citywide Parks Assessment report and referred it to City Council for further discussion. The commission also voted unanimously to pass a retirement resolution for Wendy Hudson and rotated the chair position to Commissioner Sally Lopez. Staff reported that 44 percent of the budget has been spent, with 95 percent projected to be spent by the end of the fiscal year.

• Approved 2023 Citywide Parks Assessment report and referred to City Council (4-0)
• Passed Wendy Hudson Retirement Resolution (unanimous)
• Approved November 14 and December 12, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Rotated Chair position to Commissioner Sally Lopez
• Assigned commissioners to five committees: Partnerships, Capital Projects, Public Art, Budget, Landmark

Library Board of Trustees

The Santa Maria Library Board of Trustees will discuss the status of quarterly goals, the 2024-26 budget, and the 2024-25 County Budget. The board will also consider approving the minutes from the November 14, 2023 meeting and hear the Library Director's report on Main Library and branch updates.

• Status of quarterly goals
• 2024-26 Budget discussion
• 2024-25 County Budget discussion
• Approval of November 14, 2023 meeting minutes
• Library Director's report on Main Library and branch updates

Block Grants Advisory Committee

The Block Grants Advisory Committee is holding the first of two deliberation sessions to discuss and allocate Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds for fiscal year 2024-2025. The agenda includes an overview of the process and city priorities, conflict-of-interest announcements, and a public comment period for applicants. No final decisions are made at this session; the second session is scheduled for February 15, 2024.

• Deliberations on FY 2024-2025 CDBG funding allocations
• Public comment period for public service and capital project applicants
• Conflict-of-interest announcements and segmentation requirement
• Approval of minutes from January 8, 2024 meeting
• Next special meeting (session 2 of 2) on February 15, 2024

The committee conducted the first session of deliberations for FY 2024-2025 CDBG funding, allowing applicants to present their programs and capital requests. No funding recommendations were made during this meeting; those will be proposed at a second meeting on February 15, 2024.

• Approved minutes from January 8, 2024 (11-0)

Planning Commission Study Session

The agenda for the February 8, 2024, Santa Maria Planning Commission study session contains only procedural elements and no substantive items for discussion or decision.

Planning Commission

The Santa Maria Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide on a conditional use permit for Enevi LLC to operate an agricultural plastic waste recycling facility at 2325 A Street. The facility would be in an existing 8,295-square-foot commercial building on a 0.59-acre site in a PD/CM district. Staff recommends approval.

• Conditional Use Permit U2023-0022 for Enevi LLC agricultural plastic waste recycling facility at 2325 A Street
• Project qualifies as Class 1 Categorical Exemption under CEQA
• Approval of minutes from January 17, 2024 meeting

City Council Meeting

The City Council will conduct the second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 2024-01, amending the Santa Maria Airport Business Park Specific Plan to add 'Heavy Retail Business' as a permitted use in the PD/LI/PF-A zone and modify Foxenwood Lane roadway design. The council will also consider a five-year lease extension for Pioneer Park at the airport, approve a donation of gas mask equipment to the police department, and receive presentations on the Hometown Heroes program and the Code Enforcement annual report.

• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance 2024-01 adding 'Heavy Retail Business' to the Airport Business Park Specific Plan
• Five-year lease extension (Feb 2024–Jan 2029) for Pioneer Park land at Blosser and Foster roads
• Resolution accepting donation of gas mask equipment from the Santa Maria Police Council
• Proclamation recognizing February 10, 2024 as '2-1-1 Day'
• Proclamation recognizing February 2024 as 'National Black History Month'

The Santa Maria City Council approved a five-year extension of its land lease with the Santa Maria Public Airport District, effective February 1, 2024 through January 31, 2029, with no further extension options. It also adopted Ordinance No. 2024-01 on second reading, amending the Santa Maria Airport Business Park Specific Plan to add a 'Heavy Retail Business' definition and permitted use and to change the Foxenwood Lane street section design. The council accepted a donation of gas mask equipment to the police department from the Santa Maria Police Council and approved its consent calendar 5-0. Councilmember Soto abstained on the minutes approval and the ordinance adoption.

• Approved consent calendar as submitted (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-13 approving a five-year land lease extension with the Santa Maria Public Airport District, effective February 1, 2024 to January 31, 2029, no further extension options
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2024-01 on second reading amending the Santa Maria Airport Business Park Specific Plan to add 'Heavy Retail Business' definition and permitted use and change Foxenwood Lane street section design (4-0, Soto abstained)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-12 approving donation of gas mask equipment to the Santa Maria Police Department from the Santa Maria Police Council
• Approved minutes of the January 16, 2024 regular meeting (4-0, Soto abstained)
• Ratified payment of warrants and payroll
• Waived reading in full of all ordinances and resolutions
• Authorized Mayor Pro Tem Soto's remote participation via AB-2449 emergency circumstances (4-0, Soto conflict)

Planning Commission Study Session

This is a study session of the Planning Commission. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no specific items for decision or discussion.

Planning Commission

The Santa Maria Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a proposed 93-room Holiday Inn Express on Roemer Court, zoning text amendments for accessory dwelling units, and changes to permit time extensions and revocations. The commission will also consider amending its own rules to start meetings at 5:30 p.m. and elect officers for 2024.

• Holiday Inn Express: 4-story, 93-room hotel on 2.13 acres at 2000 block Roemer Court, requiring land-use and zone change from heavy commercial to community commercial and general commercial
• Zoning text amendments to Chapter 12-56 on Accessory Dwelling Units (Z2023-0001)
• Zoning text amendments to Chapter 12-35 on time extensions and permit revocations (Z2024-0001)
• Proposed change to Planning Commission meeting start time from 6:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
• Election of 2024 Planning Commission officers (Chair, Vice-Chair, Subdivision Committee, Downtown Revitalization Committee)

City Council Meeting

The Santa Maria City Council will consider awarding two major construction contracts: a $1.9 million citywide pedestrian safety and accessibility project and a $1.2 million waterline replacement on McClelland Street. The council will also hold a public hearing on amending the Airport Business Park Specific Plan and approving a planned development permit. Several routine consent items include traffic safety zones, a fee deferral for Just BOBA, and grant applications.

• Award $1,942,704 to V. Lopez Jr & Sons for 2023-2024 Citywide Pedestrian Safety and Accessibility Improvement Project
• Award $1,209,295 to Main Line Engineering for McClelland Waterline Replacement Project (new 12" PVC line from Main to Alvin via Vine and McClelland)
• Public hearing on amending Santa Maria Airport Business Park Specific Plan and approving Planned Development Permit PD 2022-0017
• Approve five-year payment plan for $22,212 in traffic growth mitigation fees for Just BOBA at 1954 South Broadway
• Establish no parking zones on Bluebird Street and no stopping zones on Concepcion Avenue and Morrison Avenue

The Santa Maria City Council approved a Planned Development Permit for a 101,450-square-foot mini-warehouse facility and amended the Santa Maria Airport Business Park Specific Plan to add 'Heavy Retail Business' as a permitted use and modify the Foxenwood Lane roadway design. The council also approved a Sales and Disposition Agreement with Burt Fugate / Burt E. Fugate Trust for surplus land at Cook and McClelland Streets, and awarded a $1,209,295 bid to Main Line Engineering for the McClelland Waterline Replacement Project. One consent item, a pedestrian safety project bid, was pulled and not voted on. All votes were 4-0, with Councilmember Soto absent.

• Approved Planned Development Permit PD2022-0017 for a 101,450-sq-ft mini-warehouse facility (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-09 amending Airport Business Park Specific Plan for 'Heavy Retail Business' use (4-0)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 2024-01 for zoning consistency with the Specific Plan amendment (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-11 approving sale of surplus land at Cook and McClelland Streets to Burt Fugate / Burt E. Fugate Trust (4-0)
• Awarded $1,209,295 bid to Main Line Engineering for McClelland Waterline Replacement Project (4-0)
• Approved consent calendar items 12.a.1 through 12.f.1, except 12.d.1, including Resolutions 2024-01 through 2024-08 (4-0)
• Pulled item 12.d.1, pedestrian safety project bid, from agenda; not voted upon
• Received status update on Mobile Home Model Lease Program; no action taken

Recreation and Parks Commission

This meeting agenda for the Santa Maria Recreation and Parks Commission on January 9, 2024, consists entirely of procedural boilerplate with no listed decisions, proposals, or discussions. No concrete items such as rezonings, contracts, or public hearings are present.

Block Grants Advisory Committee

The Block Grants Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) process for fiscal year 2024-2025, including staff analysis of public services and capital projects, site visit procedures, and an overview of upcoming deliberations. The committee will also receive updates on existing activities, attendance, and a vacancy. The agenda is largely procedural, with no final decisions scheduled.

• Update on existing capital and public service activities
• CDBG public services and capital project staff analysis
• Site visit procedures and team report overview
• Overview of deliberation process on February 12 and 15, 2024
• Approval of December 11, 2023 meeting minutes

The Block Grants Advisory Committee approved the minutes of its December 11, 2023 regular meeting by a 10-0 vote. The rest of the January 8, 2024 meeting was informational: staff updates on existing capital and public service activities, committee attendance rules, and one vacancy on the committee. Staff outlined the upcoming CDBG deliberations for fiscal year 2024-2025, scheduled for February 12 and February 15, 2024, when the committee will develop funding recommendations.

• Approved minutes of the December 11, 2023 regular meeting (10-0)
• No funding allocations or other substantive actions taken; meeting was informational and procedural

Planning Commission Study Session

This is a study session of the Santa Maria Planning Commission. The agenda contains no substantive items for discussion or decision, only procedural boilerplate.

Special City Council Meeting

This is a special meeting with only a closed session. The City Council will discuss labor negotiations with all bargaining units and unrepresented employees, and confer with legal counsel regarding one potential litigation case. No public action items are scheduled.

• Closed session: Conference with labor negotiations team for all bargaining units, unrepresented employees, managers, and executives
• Closed session: Conference with legal counsel regarding one potential case of significant exposure to litigation

The Santa Maria City Council held a special meeting on January 4, 2024. The council recessed into a closed session to confer with labor negotiators and legal counsel. Upon reconvening, the City Attorney reported that there were no reportable actions from the closed session. The meeting was adjourned with no further business.

• Closed session held for labor negotiations and legal counsel
• No reportable actions from closed session
• Meeting adjourned with no further business

Planning Commission

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City Council Meeting

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