City Council Meeting: July 21, 2026

The City Council meeting of Dana Point on July 21, 2026, included several procurement-related discussions, most notably the selection of a contractor for preventative treatment of palms in Capistrano Beach to protect against the invasive South American palm weevil. The council reviewed treatment options and costs, with a recommendation to treat 98 heritage Canary Island palms at an estimated cost of $65,000 for a single treatment package by West Coast Arborists. The council approved the motion to proceed with this treatment and directed staff to develop a broader plan for treating additional palms citywide, considering fiscal impacts. Other agenda items included the repeal of redundant municipal code sections related to building and sign codes, and a strategic plan progress report highlighting public safety, code enforcement, and community events. No contract awards or RFPs beyond the palm treatment were discussed. The meeting also featured acknowledgments of staff contributions and community engagement.