2026.03.18 | City Council Meeting

The City Council meeting of Santa Paula on March 18, 2026, focused on several procurement and budget-related topics. Key discussions included the approval of a resolution to transfer $34,590.84 of unclaimed funds to the city's general fund, supplementing revenue for current and future projects. The council also adopted criteria and program requirements for a new utility box art project in partnership with the Santa Paula Arte Cultura Collective, aimed at enhancing public art on city-owned utility boxes with clear guidelines on design, installation, and maintenance. Additionally, the council approved amendments to an ordinance regulating successive rent increase applications for park owners, clarifying the treatment of property tax increases within a 12-month period. Public comments highlighted frustrations with delays in the Private Business Improvement District (PBID) grant program for downtown improvements, prompting council members to direct the city manager to investigate and report back on solutions. Finally, the council discussed scheduling a future workshop to address anticipated population growth and its impact on city services and infrastructure.