City Council

12A. City Council Initiated Item from Jim O’Hara for the City Attorney, Development Services (and/or other appropriate Departments), and Sheriff’s Department to add an ordinance to address panhandling in the City of Encinitas. Environmental Considerations: The action being considered by the City Council is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) because it is not a "project" under Section 15378(b)(5) of CEQA Guidelines. The action involves an organizational or administrative activity of government that will not result in the direct or indirect physical change in the environment. Recommended Action: Direct staff to collaborate with the Sheriff's Department and City Attorney to develop a focused ordinance to address the behavior of panhandling with an approach that 1. Discourages the behavior and provides safety to the public, & 2. Offers an alternative to those who wish to support those who are in need of support through recognizable and easily accessible options. 2025-06-18 Item 12A Council Initiated Item from Jim O’Hara - Panhandling 2025-06-18 Item 12A Council Initiated Item from Jim O’Hara - Panhandling Public Comment