377 1 2026 10 21 City Council Meeting

The Santa Paula City Council meeting was held October 21, 2026. The council approved the consent calendar, including a contract with FM Pierce for HVAC replacement at the Union Oil Building and a contract for waterproofing that building; the mayor abstained on both items because he lives within 500 feet of the project. The council also approved staff recommendations for the Alma Santa Paula housing project: an interest-free $53,000 city loan to support converting 53 market-rate units to deed-restricted affordable housing for households at up to 80% of area median income, with a 55-year restriction. The meeting transcript does not capture a vote on the separate request for $12,500 in city assistance toward a consultant contract for the Downtown Property and Business Improvement District’s renewal and possible expansion; the proposed source was expiring federal ARPA funds.

Caltrans presented an update on the SR 150 pavement-preservation and pedestrian-facilities project, including redesign work due to more severe-than-expected road damage and unidentified utilities. The schedule presented anticipated construction from December 2026 through August 2027, with project acceptance later in 2027; council members and residents raised safety, maintenance, and communication concerns, and Caltrans said it would review the concerns and consider interim improvements. Public Works also reported on paving and other capital projects. The Fire Department reported that the new fire station was nearing completion. No other procurement decisions were clearly identified.