Atascadero, CA

Planning Commission

The Atascadero Planning Commission will review and make a recommendation on the final draft of the 2045 General Plan and its Final Environmental Impact Report (EIR), which sets a 20-year vision for the city. The Commission will also hold a public hearing on a small lot subdivision at 6375-6385 Santa Ynez Avenue. The agenda includes a consent item to approve the May 19, 2026 meeting minutes.

• Public hearing: 6375-6385 Santa Ynez Small Lot Subdivision (SBDV26-0030) - Master Plan of Development and Tentative Parcel Map AT 26-0011 for four single-family units on 0.56 acres
• Public hearing: 2045 Atascadero General Plan and Final EIR (GPA21-0067) - recommendation to City Council to certify EIR and adopt the General Plan
• Consent calendar: Approval of May 19, 2026 Planning Commission minutes

Council Meeting

The Atascadero City Council will vote on awarding two pavement rehabilitation contracts totaling about $1.37 million, restructuring the Fire Department command staff, and accepting a $180,671 CHP cannabis tax grant for police. The agenda also includes a public hearing to confirm weed abatement costs and a discussion on amending native tree regulations.

• Award $937,777 contract to Westrock General Engineering for Measure F-14 Pavement Rehabilitation Project
• Award $429,625 contract to Westrock General Engineering for El Camino Real at Highway 41 Pavement Rehabilitation
• Accept $180,671.64 CHP Cannabis Tax Fund Grant for Atascadero Police Department
• Authorize purchase of two K-9 patrol vehicles for $111,484 from Jon Jones Auto Group
• Approve Fire Department command staff restructure adding a battalion chief and fire marshal position

AUP Hearing

The Atascadero Administrative Hearing Officer will hold a public hearing to decide three administrative-use-permit applications. Staff recommends approval for each project, which qualify for small-project environmental exemptions under CEQA.

• Sloping lot adjustment and accessory structure at 9950 Old Morro Road East (APN 056-451-010)
• Non-commercial mural at 6040 El Camino Real (APN 030-191-001)
• Painted commercial wall sign at 6405 El Camino Real (APN 029-344-009)

Council Meeting

El concejo considerará un acuerdo de cooperación con el Condado de San Luis Obispo para los programas de Subvenciones en Bloque para el Desarrollo Comunitario (CDBG) para los años fiscales 2027 al 2029. El acuerdo pondría a disposición aproximadamente $176,200 cada año, con cerca de $141,000 destinados a la Ciudad tras las retenciones administrativas del condado. La reunión también incluye acciones sobre cierres temporales de calles para eventos locales, un contrato de servicios de inspección bajo demanda de $200,000 y la anexión del proyecto Barrel Creek a un Distrito de Instalaciones Comunitarias.

• Aprobar el acuerdo de cooperación CDBG (AF 27-29) que entregará aproximadamente $141,000 anuales a la Ciudad
• Autorizar cierres temporales de calles y restricciones de estacionamiento para Hot El Camino Cruise Nite (21 de agosto de 2026) y el Desfile Colony Days (17 de octubre de 2026)
• Adjudicar el contrato de servicios de inspección de Obras Públicas bajo demanda a Filippin Engineering, sin exceder los $200,000 para el AF 26-27
• Adoptar la resolución para anexar el Proyecto Barrel Creek al Distrito de Instalaciones Comunitarias 2005-1, creando evaluaciones fiscales especiales anuales de $51,331.20
• Confirmar el nombramiento de David Van Son como Jefe de Bomberos con un salario inicial de $195,420.60

The Atascadero City Council approved the consent calendar, including contracts and resolutions, and passed a resolution to remove a hazardous Coast Live Oak at 5905 East Mall with replanting conditions. It also approved a new Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) program and updated the Military Equipment Policy per AB 481. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved consent calendar including Resolutions 2026-0053/054, Contracts 2026-007/008, Resolution 2026-0055 (5-0)
• Approved removal of hazardous Coast Live Oak at 5905 East Mall with replanting condition (5-0)
• Agendized review of Native Tree Regulations Ordinance for future meeting
• Directed City Manager to reimburse fees paid by property owner for tree removal
• Approved Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) program (5-0)
• Adopted updated Military Equipment Policy 708 including UAS and 2026 Military Equipment report (5-0)

Council Meeting

El concejo votará sobre asuntos de consentimiento, incluyendo la aprobación de cuentas por pagar de mayo de 2026 por un total de $5.4 millones y la compra de una propiedad vacante en 5655 Capistrano por $375,000 para mejorar el estacionamiento y el acceso a senderos del Stadium Park. Un informe de gestión discutirá opciones para regular las ventas ambulantes. Otros asuntos incluyen la aprobación del límite de asignaciones Gann y la recepción de un informe de inversiones.

• Aprobar $5,435,500.20 para cuentas por pagar y nómina de mayo de 2026
• Comprar la propiedad de Capistrano (APN 029-105-014) por $375,000 más honorarios para espacio abierto
• Adoptar el límite de asignaciones Gann 2026-2027
• Recibir el informe de inversiones de marzo de 2026
• Discutir opciones de regulación de ventas ambulantes

The council adopted the consent calendar, approving the June 9 regular and special meeting minutes, May 2026 accounts payable, the March 2026 investment report, and a draft resolution setting the 2026‑27 appropriations limit. It also authorized the purchase of a vacant property at Stadium Park for $375,000 and appropriated $385,000 for the acquisition. The motion passed unanimously, 5‑0.

• Approved June 9 regular meeting minutes (5‑0)
• Approved June 9 special closed‑session minutes (5‑0)
• Approved May 2026 accounts payable and payroll ($5,435,500.20) (5‑0)
• Received and filed March 2026 investment report (5‑0)
• Adopted draft resolution for FY 2026‑27 appropriations limit (5‑0)
• Authorized $375,000 purchase of Stadium Park property (5‑0)
• Appropriated $385,000 for Stadium Park acquisition fees (5‑0)

Council Meeting

El Concejo Municipal llevará a cabo audiencias públicas para aprobar tarifas de servicio de alcantarillado y evaluaciones de mantenimiento para varios distritos residenciales. El cuerpo también organizará las elecciones municipales de noviembre de 2026 y adoptará un nuevo Plan de Operaciones de Emergencia.

• Tarifas de servicio de alcantarillado propuestas estimadas en $6,960,340 para el año fiscal 2026-27
• Contrato de construcción de $131,010 para la Renovación de Espacios de Apoyo al Zoológico de la Costa Central
• Evaluaciones de mantenimiento para los distritos de Apple Valley, De Anza Estates y Las Lomas
• Convocatoria a Elección Municipal General el 3 de noviembre de 2026 para Alcalde, dos miembros del Concejo y Tesorero
• Adopción del Plan de Operaciones de Emergencia 2026

The council approved the consent calendar including a $131,010 zoo renovation contract and election resolutions. They held public hearings and unanimously adopted sewer service charges totaling $6.96M for 2026-2027, and renewed annual assessments for Apple Valley, De Anza Estates, Las Lomas, and the Downtown Parking/Business Improvement Area.

• Approved consent calendar including $131,010 zoo contract and election resolutions (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2026-036 for $6.96M sewer service charges (5-0)
• Adopted Resolutions 2026-037 to 2026-040 for Apple Valley assessments (5-0)
• Adopted Resolutions 2026-041 to 2026-044 for De Anza Estates assessments (5-0)
• Adopted Resolutions 2026-045 to 2026-048 for Las Lomas assessments (5-0)
• Adopted resolution confirming DPBIA annual assessment (5-0)

Special Council Meeting

El Concejo Municipal celebrará una sesión cerrada para negociar el precio de compra y los términos de una propiedad en Capistrano Avenue (APN 029-105-014). Ningún otro asunto público está en la agenda.

• Negociación en sesión cerrada para la compra de la propiedad de Sean Knoph en Capistrano Avenue (APN 029-105-014)

The City Council met in closed session to discuss real property negotiations for the Capistrano Avenue property. No reportable action was taken, and the meeting adjourned at 5:58 p.m.

Council Meeting

El Concejo recibirá comentarios públicos sobre el borrador del Informe de Impacto Ambiental para la Actualización del Plan General 2045 y del Código de Zonificación. También adoptará una lista de proyectos para fondos viales SB 1 ($864,200) y aprobará las cuentas por pagar de abril ($3,960,590). Se programó una sesión cerrada para posibles litigios.

• Audiencia pública sobre el borrador del EIR del Plan General
• Adoptar lista de proyectos SB 1 para $864,200 en fondos viales
• Aprobar cuentas por pagar de abril por $3,960,590
• Sesión cerrada sobre posibles litigios
• Aprobar actas de la reunión del 12 de mayo

The council unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included a resolution adopting a list of projects funded by SB 1 (Road Repair and Accountability Act) for the upcoming fiscal year, as well as the April 2026 accounts payable and payroll, and the May 12 meeting minutes. No substantive decisions were made outside the consent calendar.

• Approved SB1 road project list for $864,200 (4-0)
• Approved April 2026 accounts payable/payroll totaling $3,960,590.38 (4-0)
• Approved May 12, 2026 city council minutes (4-0)

Planning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación llevará a cabo una audiencia pública para considerar un Permiso de Uso Condicional para un preescolar en 8935 Amapoa Ave, incluyendo excepciones para estacionamiento y señalización. El calendario de consentimiento incluye la aprobación del borrador de actas de la reunión anterior. También está programado el comentario público.

• Audiencia pública: Barnyard Preschool (USE26-0022) - permiso de uso condicional para preescolar con excepciones de estacionamiento y señalización en 8935 Amapoa Ave (APN 031-301-024)
• Calendario de consentimiento: Aprobación del borrador de actas del 5 de mayo de 2026

Council Meeting

El Concejo Municipal considerará un calendario de consentimiento con elementos rutinarios que incluyen la renovación de los distritos de evaluación de Apple Valley, De Anza Estates y Las Lomas, adjudicaciones de contratos para el Proyecto de Instalaciones de Seguridad Pública y el diseño del intercambio de Del Rio Road, y la reclasificación de un puesto. Se ha programado una audiencia pública para el 9 de junio sobre las evaluaciones de ATBID y DPBIA.

• Renovación de los distritos de evaluación de Apple Valley: $38,500 caminos, $63,000 paisajismo
• Renovación de las evaluaciones de De Anza Estates: $30,562 caminos, $19,367 paisajismo
• Renovación de las evaluaciones de Las Lomas: $107,532 caminos, $80,417 paisajismo
• Adjudicación del contrato a GeoSolutions por $193,537 para inspecciones especiales de las Instalaciones de Seguridad Pública
• Enmienda del contrato con Wallace Group por $484,049 para el diseño del intercambio de Del Rio Road/US 101

The council approved a consent calendar including a $484,049 design contract amendment for the Del Rio Road/US 101 Interchange project, along with assessment district proceedings, tourism district appointments, and a capital asset policy. A public hearing on proposed wastewater rate increases was conducted, but the minutes do not record the council's final vote on the rate adoption.

• Approved $484,049 contract amendment for Del Rio Road interchange design (5-0)
• Approved $193,537 special inspections contract for public safety facilities (5-0)
• Approved ATBID assessment proceedings and set June 9 public hearing (5-0)
• Approved Downtown Parking and Business Improvement Area assessment proceedings (5-0)
• Approved Apple Valley, De Anza Estates, Las Lomas assessment district resolutions (5-0)
• Appointed Patricia Harden, Chris Oh, Nikki Inman to ATBID Board (5-0)
• Authorized reclassification of Property Evidence Technician position (5-0)
• Adopted Capital Asset Policy (5-0)

Planning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación recibirá una actualización informativa sobre los cambios propuestos al código de zonificación para distritos comerciales. También llevarán a cabo una audiencia pública para decidir una apelación que impugna la determinación del personal de que un uso de almacenamiento de vehículos al aire libre no conforme en 4990 Traffic Way ha expirado.

• Apelación de la determinación de uso no conforme para 4990 Traffic Way (APL26-0020)
• Actualización del código de zonificación para zonas y usos comerciales
• Aprobación del borrador de actas del 21 de abril de 2026

The Planning Commission denied the appeal of a nonconforming use determination for 4990 Traffic Way, upholding staff's finding that the right to continue the previous outdoor vehicle and equipment storage use had expired. Chairperson Anderson recused himself from the vote. The motion passed 4-1 with one abstention.

• Denied appeal of nonconforming use at 4990 Traffic Way (4-1, Anderson abstain)
• Approved motion to have staff provide information on parks and sidewalk process at future meeting (6-0)
• Approved draft minutes from April 21, 2026 (4-0, Jones and Keen abstain)

Council Meeting

El Concejo Municipal considerará aprobar elementos rutinarios, incluyendo actas y $3.35 millones en cuentas por pagar/nómina de marzo. La discusión principal es sobre una actualización del código de zonificación para zonas y usos comerciales, donde el personal solicitará la dirección del concejo sobre usos del suelo y estándares de desarrollo.

• Aprobar cuentas por pagar y nómina de marzo de 2026 por un total de $3,346,323.82
• Aprobar el borrador de las actas de la reunión ordinaria del 14 de abril de 2026
• Proporcionar dirección sobre las actualizaciones de zonificación comercial, incluidos los usos permitidos y estándares

The council approved the consent calendar, including draft minutes from April 14 and certified accounts payable/payroll for March 2026 totaling $3,346,323.82. No other formal decisions were made; the council provided direction to staff on a zoning code update for commercial zones, but took no vote on that item.

• Approved consent calendar (4-0, with one absent)

Planning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación recibirá un informe del personal y una actualización con respecto al proyecto de Actualización del Código de Zonificación de toda la ciudad. La discusión se centrará específicamente en los estándares para las zonas de uso mixto y los próximos pasos para el proyecto.

• Actualización sobre la Actualización del Código de Zonificación-Zonas de Uso Mixto y Estándares
• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 17 de marzo de 2026

The Planning Commission approved the March 17, 2026 minutes and received an informational update on the Zoning Code Update for mixed-use zones. No public hearings or substantive decisions were made. Commissioner Jones recused himself from discussion on Zone MU3 due to a potential conflict of interest.

• Approved March 17, 2026 Planning Commission minutes (5-0)

AUP Hearing

El Oficial de Audiencias Administrativas de Atascadero considerará una solicitud para permitir un letrero pintado en la pared y letreros en ventanas en 5915 El Camino Real. El proyecto califica para una exención de la CEQA y requiere una audiencia pública.

• Excepción de diseño de letrero para letrero pintado en la pared y letreros en ventanas
• Ubicación: 5915 El Camino Real, Atascadero
• Exención categórica Clase 11 de la CEQA
• Plazo de apelación: 14 días después de la decisión
• Tarifa de apelación: $1,714

Council Meeting

El concejo votará una ordenanza en segunda lectura para enmendar la zonificación y permitir usos de autolavado dentro del centro comercial Home Depot, que planea incluir un Chick-fil-A. También aprobarán la distribución del informe anual del impuesto a las ventas de la Medida D-20, con un costo de $5,500, y adoptarán una resolución declarando el crecimiento vegetativo como una molestia pública con tarifas de abatimiento cobradas a los propietarios. Los elementos del calendario de consentimiento incluyen actas de reuniones e informes de rutina.

• Segunda lectura de la enmienda de zonificación para permitir un autolavado en el centro Home Depot (proyecto Chick-fil-A)
• Aprobación de la distribución del Informe Anual de la Medida D-20 ($5,500)
• Resolución que declara el crecimiento vegetativo/basura como una molestia pública con tarifas de abatimiento
• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del concejo del 24 de marzo de 2026
• Comentarios públicos e informes de los comités del concejo

The council unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included a zoning code text amendment to permit carwash uses in the commercial park planned development overlay zone (PD-9), linked to the Home Depot/Chick-fil-A project. Also approved were the March 24 meeting minutes, the Measure D-20 annual sales tax report, and a resolution declaring vegetative growth and refuse a public nuisance.

• Approved March 24, 2026 minutes (5-0)
• Approved Measure D-20 annual report distribution (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2026-009 declaring vegetative growth/refuse a nuisance (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 694 allowing carwash uses in PD-9 zone (5-0)

CSTOC Finance Committee Special Joint Meeting

The Finance Committee and Citizens’ Sales Tax Oversight Committee will review the 2025 Sales Tax Measure D-20 Annual Report. The committee is tasked with recommending adoption by the City Council for community distribution.

• Review 2025 Sales Tax Measure D-20 Annual Report
• Approve Draft Special Joint Meeting Minutes from February 13, 2025
• Fiscal Impact: $5,500 estimated cost for General Funds

Council Meeting

The City Council will approve routine consent calendar items, including February 2026 payroll expenditures of $3,683,016.51 and the 2025 General Plan and Housing Element progress report. It will adopt the 2025‑2030 Multi‑Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan and Community Wildfire Protection Plan, with a city contribution of $4,375. The council will also consider a zoning code amendment, lot line adjustment and conditional use permit for the Home Depot Center development at 805, 910, 920 and 940 El Camino Real.

• Approve consent calendar items: draft minutes, February 2026 payroll ($3,683,016.51), and 2025 General Plan & Housing Element progress report
• Conduct public hearing on status of workforce vacancies, recruitment and retention
• First reading of Draft Ordinance for zoning code text amendment and adopt Resolution B for lot line adjustment and conditional use permit (carwash, drive‑through restaurant, commercial shell) at Home Depot Center, 805‑940 El Camino Real
• Adopt Draft Resolution for 2025‑2030 Multi‑Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan and Community Wildfire Protection Plan; city contributes $4,375
• Provide direction on Mixed‑Use #3 (MU3) zoning district standards

The Council approved a zoning amendment and resolution for the Home Depot Center to allow a carwash, drive-through restaurant, and commercial shell. They also adopted updates to the San Luis Obispo County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan and the Community Wildfire Protection Plan.

• Approved Consent Calendar (5-0)
• Received and filed Workforce Vacancies, Recruitment and Retention report
• Introduced Zoning Code Text Amendment and adopted Resolution B for Home Depot Center development (5-0)
• Adopted 2025-2030 updates to the San Luis Obispo County MJHMP and CWPP (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Atascadero Planning Commission will meet to approve draft minutes from a previous meeting and review the 2025 General Plan and Housing Element progress reports. The body will also vote to elect a new Chairperson and Vice Chairperson.

• Approval of March 3, 2026 draft minutes
• Review of 2025 General Plan and Housing Element progress reports
• Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson

The Planning Commission elected Anderson as Chairperson and Pennachio as Vice Chairperson. The commission also approved the draft minutes from the March 3, 2026 meeting.

• Approved March 3, 2026, draft minutes (5-0)
• Elected Anderson as Chairperson (5-0)
• Elected Pennachio as Vice Chairperson (5-0)

Council Meeting

The Atascadero City Council will direct staff to administer a Proposition 218 protest process and set a public hearing on May 12, 2026 to consider a sewer service charge rate increase that could generate about $1,061,000 in revenue with an estimated $6,200 administrative cost. Council members will also receive an update on the mixed‑use zoning code project and adopt a draft resolution to request a functional classification change for Old Morro Road. Routine consent‑calendar items include approval of the February 24, 2026 meeting minutes and filing of the December 2025 Investment Report.

• Proposed sewer service charge rate increase – $1,061,000 estimated revenue, $6,200 admin cost; public hearing set for May 12, 2026.
• Old Morro Road functional classification change request to Caltrans and FHWA.
• Consent calendar: approve City Council draft minutes from February 24, 2026.
• Consent calendar: receive and file the December 2025 Investment Report (Treasurer's report).
• Zoning Code Update – mixed‑use zones and development standards; staff update and policy direction.

The council unanimously approved the consent calendar, which includes a resolution to submit a functional classification change request for Old Morro Road to Caltrans. It also approved directing staff to administer the Proposition 218 protest process and to schedule a public hearing on May 12 2026 for the proposed sewer service charge rate increase. Both motions passed with a 4‑0 vote; Mayor Pro Tem Dariz was absent.

• Approve Consent Calendar (including Old Morro Road functional classification change request) – passed 4-0
• Direct staff to administer Proposition 218 protest process for sewer rate increase – passed 4-0
• Set public hearing on May 12, 2026 for sewer service charge rate increase – passed 4-0

Planning Commission

The Atascadero Planning Commission will meet to discuss a proposed Chik-fil-A restaurant with a carwash at the Home Depot Center. The staff report recommends the City Council amend zoning and approve a conditional use permit for the project.

• Zoning change and conditional use permit (USE25-0069) for Chik-fil-A
• Amend Planned Development Overlay Zone No. 9 to allow carwash uses
• Approve Lot Line Adjustment ATAL25-0042
• Conditional Use Permit for Home Depot Center Master Plan (CUP 2000-0014)
• Approve carwash, drive-through restaurant, and commercial shell at 805, 910, 920, and 940 El Camino Real

The commission adopted a draft resolution recommending that the City Council amend Planned Development Overlay Zone No. 9 to conditionally allow carwash uses. It also recommended approval of Lot Line Adjustment ATAL25‑0042 and a Conditional Use Permit for a carwash, drive‑through restaurant, and commercial shell at the Home Depot Center, with a parking reduction, driveway design change, sign exception, and removal of a landscape screening condition. The motion passed unanimously with a 7‑0 vote.

• Adopted draft resolution to amend PD Overlay Zone 9 for carwash uses (7‑0)
• Recommended approval of Lot Line Adjustment ATAL25‑0042 (7‑0)
• Recommended approval of Conditional Use Permit for carwash, drive‑through restaurant, and commercial shell at Home Depot Center (7‑0)
• Recommended removal of Condition 7 landscape‑screening requirement (7‑0)
• Approved Consent Calendar #1 (7‑0)

Council Meeting

The council will review options for regulating short-term rentals and may decide whether to proceed with a municipal code amendment. They will also consider approving a transportation expenditure plan that could bring over $2 million annually for local roads if voters approve a sales tax measure. Several routine consent items are on the agenda, including approval of minutes, accounts payable, budget adjustments, building code updates, and a five-year animal control services agreement with the county.

• Discussion on possible short-term rental regulations and direction on code amendment
• Resolution approving SLOCOG transportation expenditure plan (potential $2M+ annual)
• Five-year animal services agreement with County of San Luis Obispo, first year $396,974
• Adoption of 2025 Building and Fire Code updates (2nd reading)
• Budget adjustment of $19,200 for Apple Valley Street and Storm Drain Maintenance District to repair pavers on San Ramon Road

The council approved all five consent‑calendar items (5‑0). It adopted a draft resolution endorsing the San Luis Obispo Council of Governments transportation expenditure plan, which could bring over $2 million annually if a ballot measure passes (4‑1). It also authorized a five‑year animal control services agreement with the County of San Luis Obispo at a first‑year cost of $396,974 (5‑0).

• Approved Consent Calendar items D1‑D5 (5‑0)
• Adopted Draft Resolution approving SLOCOG Transportation Expenditure Plan (4‑1)
• Authorized five‑year Animal Control Services Agreement with County of San Luis Obispo (5‑0)
• Cancelled Zoning Change and Conditional Use Permit USE25‑0069 Chick‑Fil‑A; rescheduled for 3/24/26

AUP Hearing

The Administrative Hearing Officer will consider four applications to allow hotel stays exceeding 30 days. Staff recommends approval for all four projects, noting they qualify for a CEQA Class 1 categorical exemption.

• Home2 Suites (1800 El Camino Real) request for stays exceeding 30 days
• Holiday Inn Express and Suites (9010 W. Front Road) request for stays exceeding 30 days
• SpringHill Suites (900 El Camino Real) request for stays exceeding 30 days
• Motel 6 (9400 El Camino Real) request for stays exceeding 30 days
• Appeal fee for decisions is $1,714

Planning Commission

The Atascadero Planning Commission will meet to discuss a zoning change and conditional use permit for a Chick-fil-A. The staff report recommends continuing the item to the next meeting.

• Approval of December 16, 2025 Planning Commission minutes
• Zoning change and conditional use permit for Chick-fil-A (USE25-0069)
• Staff recommendation to continue Chick-fil-A item to March 3, 2026

The commission approved the draft minutes from the December 16, 2025 meeting by a 6‑0 vote. It also voted to continue the zoning change and conditional use permit request for Chik‑fil‑A (USE25‑0066) to the next regular meeting on March 3, 2026, again by a 6‑0 vote. No other business was taken.

• Approved December 16, 2025 draft minutes (6‑0)
• Continued Chik‑fil‑A zoning change and conditional use permit (USE25‑0066) to March 3, 2026 (6‑0)

Council Meeting

The Atascadero City Council will hold public hearings on two ordinances adopting the 2025 California Building and Fire Codes with local amendments. They will also review and approve funding recommendations for the 2026 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program, totaling an estimated $176,247. Additionally, the council will receive an update on the Zoning Code Update project and provide policy direction.

• First reading of Ordinance A adopting 2025 California Fire Code with local amendments
• First reading of Ordinance B adopting 2025 California Building Code with local amendments
• Approve $176,247 in 2026 CDBG funding recommendations
• Approve December 2025 accounts payable and payroll totaling $5,467,324.56
• Receive zoning code update and provide direction on policy questions

The council approved the consent calendar unanimously. It then approved funding of $176,247 for the 2026 Community Development Block Grant program. The council also introduced Draft Ordinance A (fire code) and Draft Ordinance B (building code) for first reading, each passing unanimously.

• Approved consent calendar (5-0)
• Approved $176,247 CDBG funding (5-0)
• Introduced Draft Ordinance A (fire code) for first reading (5-0)
• Introduced Draft Ordinance B (building code) for first reading (5-0)

Planning Commission

The agenda for the Atascadero Planning Commission meeting on February 3, 2026 contains no listed items. It appears to be a procedural placeholder without substantive business.

Council Meeting - Goal Setting Workshop

The Atascadero City Council will hold a two-day goal-setting workshop to discuss economic vibrancy, fiscal efficiency, public safety, and infrastructure updates. The meeting is scheduled for January 30-31, 2026, at City Hall.

• Review of progress on Downtown Vibrancy and Business Support
• Update on the El Camino Real Project and General Plan Process
• Zoo Operations and Capital Update
• Update on Eden Replacement Project and Asset Management Software
• Public Safety Project Update and Fire Department Standards of Cover

The Atascadero City Council met on January 30‑31, 2026 for a strategic planning workshop. Council members and staff presented updates on economic vibrancy, fiscal efficiency, public safety, homelessness, staffing, and funding. Public comment was taken on each agenda item, and the council provided general direction to staff but recorded no specific approvals, denials, or votes. The meeting adjourned at 1:32 PM on January 31.

Council Meeting

The Atascadero City Council will hold a regular meeting on January 27, 2026. Key items include awarding a $292,373 contract to Rob Reynolds Construction for a temporary Fire Station #1, following a bid protest rejection; adopting an ADU ordinance update on second reading; approving a $1,277,069 contract for a new Pierce Type 1 Fire Engine; and adopting resolutions for a parcel map and budget adjustments.

• Award $292,373 contract to Rob Reynolds Construction for temporary Fire Station #1 (Project C2021B01(T1)) after rejecting bid protest from Kies & Son Construction
• Second reading of ordinance amending Title 9 to update ADU standards per state law
• Authorize $1,277,069 contract with South Coast Fire Equipment for a new Pierce Type 1 Fire Engine
• Approve parcel map AT 24-0047 and accept dedications along Llano and Tecolote Roads
• Adopt resolution amending FY 2025-2026 budget, increasing General Fund expenditures by $1,282,000

The council approved the consent calendar, which included an ADU ordinance amendment, a parcel map approval, and a fire station construction contract. It also authorized a $1.277 M contract for a new fire engine, accepted the FY 2024‑2025 financial audit, and adopted a $1.282 M budget adjustment for fiscal year 2025‑2026.

• Approved Consent Calendar items (ADU ordinance amendment, Parcel Map AT 24-0047, Fire Station #1 contract) – passed 5-0
• Authorized contract with South Coast Fire Equipment for $1,277,069 fire engine – passed 5-0
• Accepted FY 2024‑2025 financial audit – unanimous
• Adopted budget adjustment adding $1,282,000 to FY 2025‑2026 General Funds – passed 5-0

Planning Commission

The Atascadero Planning Commission is scheduled to meet on January 20, 2026, to review and discuss the agenda items for the session. The agenda is currently being prepared and details are not yet available.

• Agenda review and preparation
• Meeting scheduled for January 20, 2026

Council Meeting

The City Council will hold public hearings on an ADU ordinance update to align with state law and on cost recovery for a nuisance abatement at 4543 Yerba Avenue. They will also consider approving the Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Road Report and review a draft transportation expenditure plan from SLOCOG for a potential sales tax measure. Other items include consent calendar approval of December 9, 2025 meeting minutes and council committee reports.

• First reading of ordinance to amend Title 9, Chapter 5 (Accessory Dwelling Units) for state law consistency
• Public hearing to confirm $7,269.60 in nuisance abatement costs at 4543 Yerba Avenue and authorize a lien
• Approval of FY2025 Annual Road Report and Community Road Report (estimated $5,000 cost)
• Review and comment on SLOCOG Draft Transportation Expenditure Plan for a potential transportation sales tax measure

The Atascadero City Council adopted a first‑reading amendment to the ADU ordinance, adding a 25‑foot setback rule for detached ADUs on steep slopes. It also approved a resolution to recover $7,269.60 in nuisance abatement costs through a lien and special assessment. The council approved the FY 2025 Annual Road Report and the 2025 Community Road Report. All actions passed unanimously (4‑0) with Council Member Peek absent.

• Approved Consent Calendar (4‑0)
• Introduced ADU ordinance amendment for first reading, adding 25‑foot setback rule (4‑0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2026-001 to recover $7,269.60 nuisance abatement costs via lien and special assessment (4‑0)
• Approved FY 2025 Annual Road Report (4‑0)
• Approved 2025 Community Road Report (4‑0)