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Measure S Certified: Council Outlines Path to Fiscal Stability and Future Initiatives
The City Council certified the June 2, 2026 election results for Measure S, which passed with 64.82% in favor. This measure is a critical part of the city's fiscal plan for achieving stability. The council also discussed upcoming fiscal priorities, including negotiating memoranda of understanding with labor groups, renewing the utility users tax, undertaking a development impact fee study, conducting a capital asset renewal and replacement study, developing a strategic plan, updating the general plan, and renewing the public safety parcel tax in 2028. The council approved several resolutions and agreements related to Measure S, including those required by the CDTFA for tax revenue collection and an amendment to the agreement with HDL, the sales tax consultants.
City Council Approves CDBG Action Plan Revisions, Redirects Funds to ADA Projects
The City Council approved Resolution R-2618, revising the CDBG action plans for fiscal years 2025-26 and 2026-27. This revision cancels the CDBG senior outreach program due to new federal requirements regarding citizenship verification. The remaining CDBG funds will be transferred to the city's revolving fund to support the next citywide ADA curb ramp replacement project. Senior exercise classes will continue to be funded through the general fund, while a happy hour event was canceled due to low attendance.
City Council Approves Banners for San Marino City Club Centennial Celebration
The San Marino City Club Charitable Fund requested approval to display banners celebrating their centennial and to waive associated installation fees. The banners would be displayed between September 15th and October 15th, 2026. Council members expressed strong support, highlighting the club's long-standing contributions to the community, its role in fostering civic engagement, and its history of members serving in city leadership. This request was seen as a modest way to honor the club's significant milestone. The council approved the request with a 4-0 vote, with Council Member Chang recusing himself due to his board membership on the City Club Charitable Fund.
Council Votes to Place 6% Utility Users Tax Renewal on November Ballot Without Sunset Clause
The City Council is considering placing a measure on the November election ballot to renew the city's utility users tax (UUT). The current UUT, adopted in 1992, was last renewed at 5% in 2015 and is set to sunset in March 2027. Staff recommends renewing the tax at 6%, an increase of 1%, to address a projected deficit of $2.1 million growing to $2.8 million by 2031-32 if not renewed. The UUT is the third largest source of city revenue and funds various city operations and infrastructure projects. Neighboring cities have higher UUT rates, with an average of 7.5%. The council debated the rate (5%, 6%, or 7%) and the removal of the sunset clause, ultimately voting 5-0 to place a 6% renewal measure on the ballot without a sunset clause, with edits made to the ballot argument.
Council Approves Contract Extension for Consulting Arborist Amidst Concerns Over Unfilled Urban Forester Position
The council discussed the ongoing issue of the unfilled Urban Forester position and the extended contract for a consulting arborist, Peter C. Harish, for $100,000. Council members expressed concern about the increasing rate of tree removals (63% permit rate) and the prolonged vacancy of the dedicated position. Staff explained the recruitment challenges, including uncompetitive pay and benefits compared to other cities and private sector, and the complex process of amending job descriptions for represented employees. The city plans to re-advertise the position and, if unsuccessful again, will explore contracting with a private firm. The council ultimately approved the contract extension for the consulting arborist while agreeing to continue efforts to fill the in-house position.
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