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Background
On June 26, 2024, the City Council approved the formation of an Affordable Housing Task Force (AHTF) to pursue sites for a city-led affordable housing development with a minimum of 45 affordable units.
On August 14, 2024, the Mayor appointed all 11 applicants to the Task Force.
Task Force Members
City Council Members
Mayor Tony Kranz– Chair
Deputy Mayor Allison Blackwell– Vice Chair
Appointed Community Members
Council District 1 | Dennis Kaden, Richard Stern, Elena Thompson
Council District 2 | Bob Kent, Richard Solomon, Nivardo Valenzuela
Council District 3 | Felicia Gamez-Weinbaum, Karen Koblentz, George Wielechowski
Council District 4 | Eli Stern, Dan Vaughn
Affordable Housing Task Force mission and overarching goals:
1. Understand all relevant housing laws, the City’s Sixth Cycle Housing Element 2021-2029 including Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA), and affordable housing development and financing.
2. Identify and evaluate feasible affordable housing sites that the City owns or can partner with the property owner.
3. Ensure that the affordable housing site recommendations are linked to the City’s policies, strategic plan, and planning priorities.
4. Ensure transparency in communications about affordable housing needs, challenges, and the work of the Affordable Housing Task Force.
5. Make recommendations regarding affordable housing locations and possible financing options at the conclusion of the task force work.
MEETING INFORMATIONAffordable Housing Task Force Meeting Information
The Affordable Housing Task Force meetings will be open to the public and will be noticed according to the Brown Act. Agenda items for discussion will be developed as the Task Force focus evolves. Meetings are tentatively scheduled to be held three times per month on Tuesdays at 5:00 p.m., from August 20, 2024, through at least November 2024. The Task Force will recommend whether to work beyond November 2024 and will produce a final report with recommendations and presentation to the City Council.
All meetings will be held at Encinitas City Hall (505 S. Vulcan Street, Encinitas, CA 92024) in the Poinsettia Room, Tuesdays from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. The following are anticipated meeting dates:
August 20, 2024
August 27, 2024
September 10, 2024
September 17, 2024
September 24, 2024
October 8, 2024
October 15, 2024
October 22, 2024
November 12, 2024
November 19, 2024 (Canceled)
November 20, 2024 (Special City Council Meeting at 4:00 PM in the Council Chambers)
TASK FORCE MEETINGS
August 20, 2024 Task Force Meeting
The first meeting of the Task Force took place at City Hall in the Poinsettia Room on August 20, 2024 from 5:00 - 7:00 PM.
Meeting Recording (Sound Only)
Attachments:
3E(1). Affordable Housing Strategy (April 2021)
3E(2). Financial Feasibility Analysis of Affordable Housing Opportunity Sites (August 2021)
August 27, 2024 Task Force Meeting
The second meeting of the Task Force took place at City Hall in the Poinsettia Room on August 27, 2024 from 5:00 - 7:00 PM.
Meeting Recording (Sound Only)
Attachments:
3A. Affordable by Design-Project Example
3B. Publicly Owned and Faith Based Organizations Sites Map
6th Cycle Housing Element Sites and Status Map
September 10, 2024 Task Force Meeting
The third meeting of the Task Force took place at City Hall in the Poinsettia Room on September 10, 2024 from 5:00 - 7:00 PM.
Meeting Recording (Sound Only)
Attachments:
4A(1). Affordable Housing Task Force: Site Selection Draft Rubric
4B(1). Housing Element Sections 2.1-2.5
September 17, 2024 Task Force Meeting
The fourth meeting of the Task Force took place at City Hall in the Poinsettia Room on September 17, 2024 from 5:00 - 7:00 PM.
Meeting Recording (Sound Only)
Attachments:
4B. Affordable Housing Task Force: Site Selection Rubric (Version 2)
4C. Consolidated Potential Sites List
September 24, 2024 Task Force Meeting
The fifth meeting of the Task Force took place at City Hall in the Poinsettia Room on September 24, 2024 from 5:00 - 7:00 PM.
Meeting Recording (Sound Only)
Attachments:
5.A.ii. Affordable Housing Task Force: Site Selection Rubric (Version 3)
5.A.iii. Revised Consolidated Potential Sites List
October 8, 2024 Task Force Meeting
The sixth meeting of the Task Force took place at City Hall in the Poinsettia Room on October 8, 2024 from 5:00 - 7:00 PM.
Meeting Recording (Sound Only)
Presentation by Chelsea Investment Corp.
Presentation by Community HousingWorks
October 15, 2024 Task Force Meeting
The seventh meeting of the Task Force took place at City Hall in the Poinsettia Room on October 15, 2024 from 5:00 - 7:00 PM.
Meeting Recording (Sound Only)
Attachments:
Site Scoring List with Task Force Member Averages
Outreach Letter sent to Encinitas Faith-Based Organizations
Public Comment- Task Force Members
October 22, 2024 Task Force Meeting
The eighth meeting of the Task Force took place at City Hall in the Poinsettia Room on October 22, 2024 from 5:00 - 7:00 PM.
Meeting Recording (Sound Only)
Attachments:
County Burn Site Documentation provided by the County of San Diego
November 12, 2024 Task Force Meeting
The ninth meeting of the Task Force took place at City Hall in the Poinsettia Room on November 12, 2024 from 5:00 - 7:00 PM.
Meeting Recording (Sound Only)
Attachments:
Draft Final Report V1 (11.1.2024)
November 20, 2024 Special Council Meeting
A Special Council Meeting took place at City Hall on November 20, 2024 from 4:00 - 5:00pm.
City Council Representatives: Mayor Catherine Blakespear and Councilmember Kellie Hinze
Appointed members: Allison Blackwell, Joanie Corrales, Mali Woods-Drake, Mario Ordonez-Calderon, Marlon Taylor, Robin Sales, Ross Ridder, Sara Langill
The purpose of the Encinitas Equity Committee is to help the City of Encinitas and Encinitas community create safe, healthy, accessible, and inclusive opportunities for everyone who lives, works and visits Encinitas. The committee will provide the forum for a diverse mix of voices to provide suggestions to the City of Encinitas to help plan, prioritize, manage and build projects and programs; frame how we work with our communities and public safety personnel; define how we recruit and develop our employees; guide our efforts to compile and interpret data and set up expectations for stakeholders and sub-contractors that work with us.
Meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 4:00 PM
For questions about this committee, please contact Jen Blease at: jblease@encinitasca.gov or 760-633-2618
May 11, 2022 Final Report
Equity Committee Final Report
Equity Committee Final Report - Presentation
Equity Committee Final Report - Public Comments
April 19, 2022 Meeting
Agenda
Handout 1
Handout 2
March 15, 2022 Meeting
Agenda
Handout 1
Handout 2
Meeting Notes
Recording
February 15, 2022 Meeting
Agenda
Handout 1
Handout 2
Meeting Notes
Recording
January 18, 2022 Meeting
Agenda
Presentation
Handout
Meeting Notes
Recording
December 21, 2021 Meeting - Cancelled
Cancellation Notice
November 16, 2021 Meeting
Recording
Agenda
Meeting Notes
October 19, 2021 Meeting
Recording
Agenda
Meeting Notes
September 21, 2021 Meeting
Recording
Agenda
Meeting Notes
August 17, 2021 Meeting
Recording
Agenda
Meeting Notes
Documents
Handout
July 20, 2021 Meeting
Agenda
Recording
Meeting Notes
Documents
Housing Element Handout
June 15, 2021 Meeting
Agenda
Recording
Meeting Notes
June 3, 2021 Meeting
Agenda
Recording
May 18, 2021 Meeting
Agenda
Recording
May 11, 2021 Meeting
Meeting Presentation
Meeting Recording
Meeting Q&A Report
Public Input
Appointed Council Members: Mayor Catherine Blakespear and Councilmember Joe Mosca
Environmental Commissioners: James Wang and Christian Adams
The purpose of the Community Choice Energy (CCE) Subcommittee is to establish a CCE program for Encinitas. A CCE will offer Encinitas residents and businesses a choice in energy supply, including greater options for cleaner electricity sources.
On September 11, 2019, City Council approved the formation of a CCE Joint Powers Authority with the Cities of San Diego, Chula Vista, Imperial Beach and La Mesa. The Council appointed Joe Mosca as our primary CCE JPA Board Member and Mayor Catherine Blakespear as the alternate.
The inaugural Board meeting of the San Diego Regional Community Choice Energy Authority (temporary name) will be held on:
Date: October 31, 2019
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Where: City of La Mesa, Council Chambers, 8130 Allison Ave, La Mesa, CA 91942
Who: SDRCCEA Board Members, open to the public
Agenda
Live Video
Timeline:
- February 20, 2019: City Council received the draft Technical Feasibility Study and directed staff to conduct a Governance Analysis.
- March 21, 2019: A multi-city public meeting on the draft Feasibility Study was held in Carlsbad with a turnout of over 40 participants.
- April 17, 2019: City Council accepted the final Technical Feasibility Study and directed staff to pursue the formation of a CCE Program. Council also approved funding for legal services to support the CCE formation process.
- September 11, 2019: City Council approved the formation of a CCE program with the Cities of San Diego, Chula Vista, Imperial Beach and La Mesa.
DOCUMENTS:
Community Choice Energy Technical Feasibility Study
Community Choice Energy - Frequently Asked Questions
Community Choice Energy - Governance Analysis Report
MEETINGS:
March 21, 2019
Joint Public Meeting CCE Presentation Slides
Feb 15, 2017
Meeting Agenda
Meeting Summary
June 20, 2016
Meeting Agenda & Detailed Meeting Agenda
Meeting Materials
Summary of Energy Consultant Responses
Energy Consultant Presentations (in order of appearance)
Meeting Summary
Attendees
May 16, 2016
Meeting Agenda
Presentation
Meeting Summary
Attendees
Committee Members: The Housing Element Strategy Subcommittee is comprised of Council Members, City Staff, and representatives from the public.
On November 16, 2016, the City Council approved the formation of a Housing Element Subcommittee comprised of Mayor Blakespear and Council Member Kranz to work with the community, the City Attorney, outside Attorneys, City Staff and the State Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) to discuss a path forward in order to develop a state compliant housing element.
To further this goal, the Housing Element Subcommittee established a Housing Element Task Force comprised of Mayor Blakespear, Council Member Kranz, Planning Commissioner Bruce Ehlers and former Planning Commissioner Kurt Groseclose.
The public is welcome to attend the Housing Element Task Force and associated meetings. There is opportunity to speak.
To stay apprised of future meetings you can sign up to receive City newsletters and e-notifications. Select Housing Element Update and any other topics you are interested in.
Visit Housing Plan Update 2018 to view upcoming meeting dates and links to past meetings and supporting material.
The City Council Prop 64 Marijuana Regulations Subcommittee is comprised of Council Members and City Attorney.
The purpose of the subcommittee is to explore issues and options related to Prop 64, including cultivation and mobile delivery and to make recommendations for a scientific survey.
PAST MEETINGS:
September 28, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. Meeting Agenda Agenda Attachments Audio
Monday, May 15, 2017 at 4:00 p.m. Meeting Agenda Audio
Wednesday, April 12, 2017 at 4:00 p.m. Meeting Agenda Presentation Audio
The Economic Development Subcommittee is comprised of two City Council Members with support from staff. The purpose of the subcommittee is to explore issues and options related to Economic Development in the City of Encinitas.
PAST MEETINGS:
Tuesday, May 30, 2017 8:00-9:30 am Council Chambers Meeting Agenda
Thursday, April 20, 2017 8:30-9:30 am Poinsettia Room
Committee Members: The Encinitas Ranch Theater Pad Ad-hoc Subcommittee is comprised of Council Members, and City Staff.
PAST MEETINGS:
City Council Special Workshop- Wed. 2/1/17
City Council Special Meeting - Mon. 2/6/17
The City Council Urban Forest Subcommittee is comprised of Council Members and City staff. The purpose of the subcommittee is to review the Urban Forest Plan policy and implementation and include information on edible landscaping. To view the city's current Urban Forest Management Program click HERE
PAST MEETINGS:
May 13, 2014
Meeting Agenda (PDF)
Item 3 Staff Agenda Report (Staff Report Only)
Item 3 Staff Agenda Report (Complete Report with Attachments)
Staff PowerPoint Presentation
June 10, 2014
Meeting Agenda (PDF)
July 8, 2014
Meeting Agenda (PDF)
Staff Documentation-City Owned Property (PDF)
January 6, 2015
Meeting Agenda (PDF)
Item 3: Draft Report
January 21, 2015
Subcommittee Report to City Council: Item 10F – Urban Forest SubcommitteeAugust 22, 2016
Meeting Agenda
Draft Municipal Tree Ordinance (PDF)
Current Municipal Tree Ordinance (PDF)
Draft Urban Forest Council Policy (PDF)
Current Urban Forest Council Policy (PDF)
November 9, 2016
Subcommittee Report to City Council
The City Council Urban Ag Subcommittee is comprised of Council Members Catherine Blakespear and Tony Kranz; and city staff. The purpose of the subcommittee is to review the City’s Urban Ag policies and ordinances.
Link to video/agenda - Item 10B - Urban Agriculture
In addition, the California Coastal Commission approved the Urban Agriculture Ordinance on August 11, 2016. The Ordinance is now in full effect. Information regarding urban agriculture regulations can be found under the Planning Department's webpage under Programs & Services.
The City Council Community Outreach Subcommittee is comprised of Mayor Gaspar and Council Member Kranz. The purpose of the subcommittee is to consider community outreach tools.
Link to the Subcommittee report to Council on 4-27-16
The Pacific View Activation Plan Subcommittee is comprised of Council Members and city staff. The purpose of the subcommittee is to review use options and property rehabilitation options for the recently purchased Pacific View school property.
PAST MEETINGS:
October 6, 2014
Meeting Agenda (PDF)
Memo - Best, Best & Kreiger (PDF)
Power Point Presentation (PDF)
October 22, 2014 - Pacific View Subcommittee Report to City Council
Agenda Report
January 13, 2015
Agenda (PDF)
Draft Report: Pacific View Site Activation Subcommittee Draft Proposal December 22, 2014
February 11, 2015
Report Back to City Council
Link to video for Agenda Item 10 F - Pacific View Activation Subcommittee
March 3, 2015
Agenda (PDF)
PowerPoint Presentation (PDF)
March 19, 2015
Request for Proposals (RFP) for Preparation of a Preliminary Design Report and Construction Documents for the Pacific View Rehabilitation project.
April 8, 2015
Draft Subcommittee Report (PDF)
June 29, 2015
Agenda (PDF)
PowerPoint Presentation (1 of 2) PDF
PowerPoint Presentation (2 of 2) PDF
July 10, 2015
Notice Inviting Letters of Interest to be the Operating Partner of the Pacific View Site
July 20, 2015
Collaborative Workshop Invitation
Collaborative Workshop Handout
August 10, 2015
Pacific View 90% Review Draft - Preliminary Design Report
September 23, 2015
Report back to City Council (PDF)
The City Council Mediation Subcommittee is comprised of Deputy Mayor Catherine Blakespear and Council Member Tony Kranz. The purpose of the subcommittee is to review and establish a mediation policy for the city.
Link to Subcommittee report to Council on 6-24-15
The City Council Sea Level Rise Subcommittee is comprised of Council Members, City Staff, representatives from the City's Environmental Commission, as well as representatives from neighboring North County coastal cities. The purpose of the subcommittee is to consider challenges from sea level rise and to develop a comprehensive strategy for addressing the impacts of sea level rise and other environmental threats in Encinitas, particularly in Cardiff where Coast Highway 101 is especially vulnerable. Bluff Erosion and opportunities to coordinate with the San Elijo Lagoon Restoration Project will also be explored.
PAST MEETINGS:
April 30, 2015 - Workshop
Agenda (PDF)
Summary Report
Flip Chart Notes
Stanford Law School - 2015 California Coastal Armoring Report: Managing Coastal Armoring and Climate
Change Adaptation in the 21st Century
Subcommittee Report to City Council - November 12, 2014
Link to video - Item 10B – Fundraising Policy Subcommittee Report
City vs. Braunn-Marr Subcommittee Report to City Council - October 22, 2014
Formed to look into matters relating to the expiring Encinitas Ranch Development Agreement, accounting and golf course management at the Encinitas Ranch Golf Course.
Read the report to City Council April 16, 2014
Established to begin the process of defining how Encinitas can become a formal member of the White House Task Force on New Americans’ Building Welcoming Communities Campaign (BWCC). According to the White House website, the President is calling on local communities to act on a set of principles to build inclusive, welcoming communities that allow all residents to thrive and advance integration efforts in three core areas: civic, economic, and linguistic integration.
Click HERE to view City Council Resolution and other resource information