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Commission and Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency. When considering items presented to the Carlsbad Municipal Water
District Board, each member receives an additional $100 per meeting (max $300/month). When considering items presented to the
Community Development Commission each member receives an additional $75 per meeting (max $150/month).
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Carlsbad, CA 92008
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May 23, 2023, 5 p.m.
CITY COUNCIL
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CALL TO ORDER: 5 p.m.
ROLL CALL: Blackburn, Bhat-Patel, Acosta, Burkholder, Luna.
ANNOUNCEMENT OF CONCURRENT MEETINGS: City Council is serving as the Carlsbad Municipal Water
District Board of Directors on Consent Calendar Item No. 3 and Departmental and City Manager Reports
Item No. 8. The City Council is also serving as the Carlsbad Municipal Water District Board of Directors,
Public Financing Authority, Community Development Commission and the Successor for the
Redevelopment Agency for Departmental and City Manager Report Item No. 9.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Council Member Luna led the Pledge of Allegiance.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: None.
PRESENTATIONS:
Proclamation in recognition of Public Works Week
Proclamation in recognition of National Gun Violence Awareness Day
PUBLIC REPORT OF ANY ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION:
PUBLIC COMMENT: The Brown Act allows any member of the public to comment on items not on the
agenda. Please treat others with courtesy, civility, and respect. Members of the public may participate in
the meeting by submitting comments as provided on the front page of this agenda. The City Council will
receive comments as requested up to a total of 15 minutes in the beginning of the meeting. All other non-
agenda public comments will be heard at the end of the meeting. In conformance with the Brown Act, no
action can occur on these items.
CONSENT CALENDAR: The items listed under Consent Calendar are considered routine and will be enacted
by one motion as listed below. There will be no separate discussion on these items prior to the time the
Council votes on the motion unless members of the Council, the City Manager, or the public request specific
items be discussed and/or removed from the Consent Calendar for separate action.
WAIVER OF ORDINANCE TEXT READING:
This is a motion to waive the reading of the text of all ordinances and resolutions at this meeting.
1. AGREEMENT WITH GOFORTH & MARTI TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL BUILDING FURNISHINGS FOR THE
POLICE AND FIRE HEADQUARTERS RENOVATION PROJECT (CIP PROJECT NO. 4715) – Adoption of a
resolution authorizing execution of an agreement with Goforth & Marti, a California Corporation,
d.b.a. G/M Business Interiors, to provide additional building furnishings in an amount not to exceed
$308,770 for the Police and Fire Headquarters Renovation Project, Capital Improvement Program
Project No. 4715. (Staff contact: Steven Stewart, Public Works Department and Mickey Williams, Police
Department)
ACTION: Adopted Resolution No. 2023-134 – 5/0.
2. AWARD OF CONTRACT TO GRANITE CONSTRUCTION COMPANY FOR SEGMENT 2 OF THE AVENIDA
ENCINAS COASTAL RAIL TRAIL AND PEDESTRIAN IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT (CIP PROJECT NO. 6004) –
Adoption of a resolution accepting bids and awarding a contract to Granite Construction Company for
Segment 2 of the Avenida Encinas Coastal Rail Trail and Pedestrian Improvements, Capital
Improvement Program Project No. 6004, in an amount not to exceed $2,994,036. (Staff contact:
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Brandon Miles and Hossein Ajideh, Public Works)
ACTION: Adopted Resolution No. 2023-135 – 5/0.
3. AWARD OF CONTRACT HOUALLA ENTERPRISES LTD. FOR THE EL FUERTE AND MAERKLE MOTORIZED
VALVES PROJECT (CIP PROJECT NOS. 5007, 5009, 5050) – Adoption of a Carlsbad Municipal Water
District Board of Directors resolution accepting bids, denying the bid protest of the second lowest
bidder and awarding a contract to Houalla Enterprises Ltd. dba Metro Builders and Engineers Group,
Ltd. for the El Fuerte and Maerkle Motorized Valves Project Capital Improvement Project Nos. 5007,
5009 and 5050 in an amount not to exceed $2,310,955, and appropriating additional funds from the
Water Replacement Fund to Capital Improvement Program Project Nos. 5009 and 5050. (Staff contact:
Dave Padilla and Sean Diaz, Public Works Department)
ACTION: Adopted Carlsbad Municipal Water District Resolution No. 1705 – 5/0.
4. CONTINUATION OF THE DECLARATION OF A STORM-RELATED LOCAL EMERGENCY FOR REPAIR OF
SINKHOLE ON HAYMAR DRIVE – Adoption of a resolution continuing the declaration of a storm-related
local emergency for repair of a sinkhole in the area of Haymar Drive. (Staff contact: Tom Frank and
Vicki Quiram, Public Works Department)
ACTION: Adopted Resolution No. 2023-136 – 5/0.
5. AGREEMENTS WITH SMARTSHEET, INC. FOR THE IMPLEMENTATION, LICENSING AND SUPPORT OF
SMARTSHEET PORTFOLIO PROJECT MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE – 1) Adoption of a resolution
authorizing the purchase of additional software licenses pursuant to an existing license and support
agreement with Smartsheet, Inc., for Smartsheet Portfolio Advance Silver with Enterprise Plan Plus
Pro Support Licenses in an amount not to exceed $93,000 for the initial one-year term and authorizing
the City Manager to purchase four additional one-year license terms, for a total agreement amount
not to exceed $493,749; and
2) Adoption of a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute an implementation services
agreement with Smartsheet, Inc. for Smartsheet Portfolio Project Management Software in an amount
not to exceed $49,140 with a $10,000 contingency. (Staff contact: Doug Kappel and Rachel Muller,
Administrative Services Department)
ACTION: Adopted Resolution No. 2023-137; and
Adopted Resolution No. 2023-138 – 5/0.
ORDINANCES FOR INTRODUCTION: None.
ORDINANCES FOR ADOPTION: None.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
6. ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENTS TO IMPLEMENT HOUSING ELEMENT PROGRAMS ON
ALTERNATIVE HOUSING AND TEMPORARY HOUSING TO RELIEVE HOMELESSNESS (ZCA 2023-
0002/LCPA 2023-0018 (DEV 2023-0040)) – 1) Introduction of an ordinance approving an amendment
to the Zoning Ordinance, Title 21 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code, to implement a portion of Objective
g of Housing Element Program 1.3 - Alternative Housing and Objective h of Housing Element Program
2.13 - Housing for Persons Experiencing Homelessness (Case Name: Alternative and Temporary
Housing Amendments 2023; Case No.: ZCA 2023-0002/LCPA 2023-0018 (DEV 2023-0040)); and
2) Adoption of a resolution approving a Local Coastal Program amendment to update the Local Coastal
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Program Implementation Plan (Zoning Ordinance, Title 21 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code) to
implement a portion of Objective g of Housing Element Program 1.3 – Alternative Housing and
Objective h of Housing Element Program 2.13 – Housing for Persons Experiencing Homelessness (Case
Name: Alternative and Temporary Housing Amendments; Case No.: ZCA 2023-0002/LCPA 2023-0018
(DEV 2023-0040)). (Staff contact: Scott Donnell, Community Development Department)
City Manager’s Recommendation: Take public input, close the public hearing, introduce the
ordinance and adopt the resolution.
ACTION: Introduced Ordinance No. CS-448 as amended (see Minutes for details); and
Adopted Resolution No. 2023-139 – 5/0.
7. ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENTS TO ENCOURAGE DEVELOPMENT OF ACCESSORY DWELLING
UNITS AND JUNIOR ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS (ZCA 2023-0001/ LCPA 2023-0017/ PUB 2023-0002)
AND PROPOSED PERMIT-READY ADU PROGRAM – 1) Introduction of an ordinance approving an
amendment to the Zoning Ordinance, Title 21 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code, to ensure consistency
with state law related to accessory dwelling units and junior accessory dwelling units (Case Name:
Accessory Dwelling Unit Amendment 2023; Case No.: ZCA 2023-0001/LCPA 2023-0017/PUB 2023-
0002)); and
2) Adoption of a resolution approving a Local Coastal Program amendment to update the Local Coastal
Program Implementation Plan (Zoning Ordinance, Title 21 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code) to ensure
consistency with state law related to accessory dwelling units and junior accessory dwelling units; and
3) Receive an informational report on the status of the pre-approved Accessory Dwelling Unit Plans
and provide direction, if necessary. (Case Name: Accessory Dwelling Unit Amendment 2023; Case No.:
ZCA 2023-0001/LCPA 2023-0017/PUB 2023-0002))(Staff contact: Shelly Glennon, Community
Development Department)
City Manager’s Recommendation: Take public input, close the public hearing, introduce the
ordinance, adopt the resolution, receive the report and provide direction, if necessary.
ACTION: Introduced Ordinance No. CS-449; and
Adopted Resolution No. 2023-140 – 5/0.
DEPARTMENTAL AND CITY MANAGER REPORTS:
8. APPOINTMENT TO THE SAN DIEGO COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY BOARD OF DIRECTORS – Adoption of
a Carlsbad Municipal Water District Board of Directors resolution approving an appointment to the
San Diego County Water Authority Board of Directors. (Staff contact: Faviola Medina, City Clerk
Services Department)
City Manager’s Recommendation: Adopt the resolution.
ACTION: Adopted Carlsbad Municipal Water District Resolution No. 1706 appointing Vicki
Quiram to the San Diego County Authority Board of Directors – 5/0.
9. FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 PRELIMINARY OPERATING BUDGET, STRATEGIC DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION
INVESTMENT PROGRAM AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM, FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 MASTER FEE
SCHEDULE, THE CROSSINGS AT CARLSBAD PROPOSED RESERVE POLICY – 1) Receive the report; and
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2) Adoption of a resolution setting a public hearing for June 13, 2023, for adoption of the Fiscal Year
2023-24 Operating, Strategic Digital Transformation Investment Program, and Capital Improvement
Program budgets; Carlsbad’s share of the Encina Wastewater Authority operating and capital budgets;
the Gann spending limit for fiscal year 2023-24; and changes to the Master Fee Schedule; and
determining the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Capital Improvement Plan Budget is consistent with the General
Plan and applicable Climate Action Plan measures and actions; and
3) Adoption of a Carlsbad Municipal Water District of the Board of Directors resolution setting a public
hearing for June 13, 2023, for adoption of the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Operating and Capital Improvement
Program budgets and changes to the Master Fee Schedule; and
4) Adoption of a Public Financing Authority Board of Directors resolution setting a public hearing for
June 13, 2023, for adoption of the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Operating and Capital Improvement Program
Budgets for The Crossings at Carlsbad Municipal Golf Course; and
5) Adoption of a Community Development Commission resolution setting a public hearing for June 13,
2023, for adoption of the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Operating Budget of the Carlsbad Housing Authority; and
6) Adoption of a City of Carlsbad as the Successor Agency for the Carlsbad Redevelopment Agency
resolution setting a public hearing for June 13, 2023, for adoption of the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Operating
Budget of the Successor Agency (Staff contact: Laura Rocha and Zach Korach, Administrative Services
Department)
City Manager’s Recommendation: Receive the report and adopt the resolutions.
ACTION: Received the report; and
Adopted Resolution No. 2023-141; and
Adopted Carlsbad Municipal Water District Resolution No. 1707; and
Adopted Public Financing Authority Resolution No. 92; and
Adopted Community Development Commission Resolution No. 561; and
Adopted Resolution No. 2022-142 – 5/0.
10. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF A CITY COUNCIL POLICY STATEMENT – DISPLAY OF FLAGS AT CITY HALL –
1) Adoption of a resolution approving City Council Policy Statement – Display of Flags at City Hall
authorizing the display of commemorative flags at City Hall in addition to the United States of America
and State of California flags; or
2) Adoption of a resolution approving City Council Policy Statement – Display of Flags at City Hall that
authorizes the display of only the United States of America and State of California flags at City Hall.
(Staff contact: Sheila Cobian, City Manager’s Department)
City Manager’s Recommendation: Adopt a resolution.
ACTION: No action (see Minutes for details).
COUNCIL COMMENTARY AND REQUESTS FOR CONSIDERATION OF MATTERS: This portion of the agenda
is for the City Council Members to make brief announcements, brief reports of their activities and requests
for future agenda items.
City Council Regional Assignments (Revised 3/21/23)
Keith Blackburn
Mayor
Buena Vista Lagoon JPC
Chamber of Commerce Liaison (alternate)
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Encina Joint Powers JAC
Encina Wastewater Authority Board of Directors
Economic Development Subcommittee
SANDAG Board of Directors (2nd alternate)
SANDAG Shoreline Preservation Work Group (alternate)
Priya Bhat-Patel
Mayor Pro Tem – District 3
City/School Committee
Clean Energy Alliance JPA
Economic Development Subcommittee
League of California Cities – SD Division (alternate)
North County Transit District
SANDAG Board of Directors (1st alternate)
Melanie Burkholder
Council Member – District 1
City Council Legislative Subcommittee
North County Dispatch Joint Powers Authority (alternate)
SANDAG Board of Directors
Teresa Acosta
Council Member – District 4
Chamber of Commerce Liaison
City Council Legislative Subcommittee
City/School Committee
Clean Energy Alliance JPA (alternate)
Encina Joint Powers JAC (alternate)
Encina Wastewater Authority Board of Directors (alternate)
League of California Cities – SD Division
North County Dispatch Joint Powers Authority
San Diego County Water Authority
Carolyn Luna
Council Member – District 2
Buena Vista Lagoon JPC
Encina Joint Powers JAC
Encina Wastewater Authority Board of Directors
North County Transit District (alternate)
SANDAG Shoreline Preservation Work Group
PUBLIC COMMENT: Continuation of the Public Comments
This portion of the agenda is set aside for continuation of public comments, if necessary, due to exceeding
the total time allotted in the first public comments section. In conformance with the Brown Act, no Council
action can occur on these items.
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
This section of the Agenda is designated for announcements to advise the community regarding events
that Members of the City Council have been invited to, and may participate in.
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS:
CITY ATTORNEY COMMENTS:
ADJOURNMENT: 8:54 p.m.
City Council Meeting Procedures (continued from page 1)
Written Materials
Written materials related to the agenda that are submitted to the City Council after the agenda packet has been published will
be available for review prior to the meeting during normal business hours at the City Clerk’s office, 1200 Carlsbad Village Drive
and on the city website. To review these materials during the meeting, please see the City Clerk.
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Visual Materials
Visual materials, such as pictures, charts, maps or slides, are allowed for comments on agenda items, not general public
comment. Please contact the City Manager’s Office at 442-339-2820 or manager@carlsbadca.gov to make arrangements in
advance. All materials must be received by the City Manager’s Office no later than noon the day before the meeting. The time
spent presenting visual materials is included in the maximum time limit provided to speakers. All materials exhibited to the City
Council during the meeting are part of the public record. Please note that video presentations are not allowed.
Decorum
All participants are expected to conduct themselves with mutual respect. Loud, boisterous and unruly behavior can interfere
with the ability of the City Council to conduct the people’s business. That’s why it is illegal to disrupt a City Council meeting.
Following a warning from the presiding officer, those engaging in disruptive behavior are subject to law enforcement action.
City Council Agenda
The City Council follows a regular order of business that is specified in the Carlsbad Municipal Code. The City Council may only
make decisions about topics listed on the agenda.
Presentations
The City Council often recognizes individuals and groups for achievements and contributions to the community. Well-wishers
often fill the chamber during presentations to show their support and perhaps get a photo. If you don’t see an open seat when
you arrive, there will likely be one once the presentations are over.
Consent Items
Consent items are considered routine and may be enacted together by one motion and vote. Any City Council member may
remove or “pull” an item from the “consent calendar” for a separate vote. Members of the public may pull an item from the
consent calendar by requesting to speak about that item. A speaker request form must be submitted to the clerk prior to the
start of the consent portion of the agenda.
Public Comment
Members of the public may speak on any city related item that does not appear on the agenda. State law prohibits the City
Council from taking action on items not listed on the agenda. Comments requiring follow up will be referred to staff and, if
appropriate, considered at a future City Council meeting. Members of the public are also welcome to provide comments on
agenda items during the portions of the meeting when those items are being discussed. In both cases, a request to speak form
must be submitted to the clerk in advance of that portion of the meeting beginning.
Public Hearing
Certain actions by the City Council require a “public hearing,” which is a time within the regular meeting that has been set aside
and noticed according to different rules.
Departmental Reports
This part of the agenda is for items that are not considered routine and do not require a public hearing. These items are usually
presented to the City Council by city staff and can be informational in nature or require action. The staff report about each item
indicates the purpose of the item and whether or not action is requested.
Other Reports
At the end of each meeting, City Council members and the City Manager, City Attorney and City Clerk are given an opportunity
to share information. This usually includes reports about recent meetings, regional issues, and recent or upcoming meetings
and events.
City Council Actions
Resolution
A resolution is an official statement of City Council policy that directs administrative or legal action or embodies a public City
Council statement. A resolution may be introduced and adopted at the same meeting. Once adopted, it remains City Council
policy until changed by subsequent City Council resolution.
Ordinance
Ordinances are city laws contained in the Carlsbad Municipal Code. Enacting a new city law or changing an existing one is a
two-step process. First, the ordinance is “introduced” by city staff to the City Council. If the City Council votes in favor of the
introduction, the ordinance will be placed on a subsequent City Council meeting agenda for “adoption.” If the City Council votes
to adopt the ordinance, it will usually go into effect 30 days later.
Motion
A motion is used to propose City Council direction related to an item on the agenda. Any City Council member may make a
motion. A motion must receive a “second” from another City Council member to be eligible for a City Council vote.