# City of Goleta - City Council Meeting of September 15, 2026

The City of Goleta City Council held a meeting on September 15, 2026, addressing several procurement and operational matters. Key procurement actions included the approval of plans and awarding of a construction contract for the Cathedral Oaks Crib Wall Repair Project Phase One, along with an amendment to a professional design services agreement with Stantec Consulting Services Inc. Additionally, an amendment to an HVAC maintenance services contract with Beyond Heating and Air Inc. was approved. The council also reviewed the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report for 2025-2026, discussing fund allocation strategies and program accomplishments. A significant policy decision was the unanimous adoption of an urgency ordinance temporarily prohibiting new firearms and ammunition retailers in the city, effective for 45 days with potential extensions, to allow time for regulatory review. The council deliberated on revisions to the local preference policy for below market rate housing units, ultimately supporting a motion to allocate preferences in thirds among live-and-work, live-or-work, and all other applicants, with staff discretion to refine details and defer additional homelessness-related criteria for future consideration. Lastly, the council received a detailed presentation on the operational plan for the new Goleta Train Station, including staffing, security, hours of operation, parking management, and revenue opportunities such as vending and potential café services. The meeting also included committee reports and community updates but no additional procurement actions.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Construction & Infrastructure, Professional Services
**Topics:** Contracting Vehicles, Grants & Funding
**Published:** September 15, 2026

### Sources
- [City of Goleta - City Council Meeting of September 15, 2026](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5KFsWgaNdmI) - CityofGoleta