2016-02 Chapter 2.28 Title Changes ORDINANCE 2016-02
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ENCINITAS
CALIFORNIA AMENDING THE TITLE OF CHAPTER 2.28 AND VARIOUS SECTIONS
WITHIN CHAPTER 2.28 OF THE ENCINITAS MUNICIPAL CODE
WHEREAS, the City Council does ordain as follows:
SECTION ONE:
That Chapter 2.28 Title be amended as follows:
That Section 2.28.010 A of the Encinitas Municipal code is amended to read as
follows:
That section 2.28.050 N of the Encinitas Municipal code is amended to read as
follows:
That section 2.28.055 B, C, D of the Encinitas Municipal code is amended to
read as follows:
That section 2.28.060 of the Encinitas Municipal code is amended to read as
follows:
That section 2.28.070 of the Encinitas Municipal code is amended to read as
follows:
That section 2.28.090 of the Encinitas Municipal code is amended to read as
follows:
That section 2.28.095 of the Encinitas Municipal code is amended to read as
follows:
That section 2.28.097 of the Encinitas Municipal code is amended to read as
follows:
That section 2.28.098 of the Encinitas Municipal code is amended to read as
follows:
That section 2.28.099 of the Encinitas Municipal code is amended to read as
follows:
See Attachment "A"
SECTION TWO:
This Ordinance was introduced on February 10, 2016
PASSED AND ADOPTED THIS 9th day of March, 2016 by the following vote to wit:
AYES: Blakespear, Gaspar, Kranz, Muir, Shaffer.
NAYS: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
ABSENT: None.
ristin G , Ma or
City of Encinitas
ATTESTATION AND CERTIFICATION:
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of Ordinance 2016-02 which has
been published pursuant to law.
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Kat y H lywo d, City Clerk
ATTACHMENT A TO
ORDINANCE 2016-02
Encinitas Municipal Code
Title 2 ADMINISTRATION
Chapter 2.28 EXECUTIVE TEAM POSITIONS AND OFFICERS
2.28.010 City Manager Executive Team Positions.
The following cabinet team positions consisting of heads of departments and department managers in the City
Manager's Department are established; each of which shall have the duties,responsibilities and authority
necessary for the performance of the position,to include, without limitation,the authority to appoint and
promote and for cause remove or demote any employee who works for such cabinet team member:
A.Assistant City Manager
B.Director of Finance/City Treasurer;
C.Director of Parks and Recreation;
D.Director of Public Works;
E.Fire Chief,
F. Director of Planning and Building;
G.City Clerk/Director of Legislative Services;
H.Department Manager—Human Resources;
I. Department Manager—Information Technology;
J. Department Manager—Risk Management.
2.28.020 Appointment/Removal of Department Heads.
A.The City Manager is authorized to appoint,remove, promote and demote all heads of department.
B.All heads of department serve at the pleasure of the City Manager.
2.28.030 Compensation of Department Heads.
The salaries,compensation,and benefits of heads of department shall be fixed and determined by resolution of
the City Council.
2.28.040 Duty to Cooperate.
It shall be the duty of all heads of department to cooperate with and assist the City Manager in administering the
affairs of the City in an efficient, economic, and harmonious manner, so far as may be consistent with their
duties as prescribed by law.
2.28.050 Director of Finance/City Treasurer.
The Director of Finance/City Treasurer shall be appointed by the City Manager and serve under general
direction of the City Manager and/or Assistant City Manager. In addition to other and further duties or functions
as the City Manager may from time to time prescribe,the duties, responsibilities, and authority of the Director
of Finance/City Treasurer shall be to:
A.Perform the functions specified in this Code.
B.Plan,organize, and direct, under general administrative direction,the programs and personnel of the
Finance Department.
C.Be responsible for the administration of contracts for services obtained from other public agencies,
private contractors, and consultants relating to the Finance Department.
D.Act as chief accounting officer for the City and assume the duties of City Treasurer. The financial and
accounting duties imposed upon the City Clerk by the Government Code are hereby transferred to the
Director of Finance.
E.Act as Director of Finance/City Treasurer,Treasurer for the San Dieguito Water District,Housing
Authority of the City of Encinitas and Encinitas Public Financing Authority.
F. Furnish a corporate bond in the amount of$100,000.00 for the faithful performance of the duties
imposed on the Director of Finance.The premium of such bond shall be a proper charge against the City.
G.Administer laws and ordinances pertaining to taxes, licenses, and permits as directed.
H.Cause current accounts to be kept of all funds,revenues,receipts, expenditures, and financial
commitments of the City.
I. Maintain a system of budgetary accounting for the recording of actual and estimated revenues and
expenditures in such a manner as to show the financial position of each fund and department of the City at
all times.
J. Collect,receive, and deposit all moneys of the City and keep proper records thereof.
K.Assist the City Manager in the preparation of the annual budget and certify to the accuracy of
anticipated revenues to meet the proposed budget.
L. Serve as the custodian of the City's permanent accounting records.
M. Render advice and consultation to the City Manager and City Council in assigned program areas.
N.Perform related work as required. (Ord. 2003-04; Ord.2010-18)
2.28.055 Assistant City Manager.
The Assistant City Manager shall be appointed by the City Manager and serve under general direction of the
City Manager. In addition to other and further duties or functions as the City Manager may from time to time
prescribe,the duties,responsibilities, and authority of the Assistant City Manager shall be to:
A.Perform those functions specified in this Code.
B.Assist the City Manager in planning, coordinating and directing the activities of the City;
C.Supervise, direct and provide leadership to the staff of the City Manager's Department, Department
Directors and Department Managers, as assigned.
D.Oversees, directs and performs a variety of special projects.
E. Render advice and consultation to the City Manager and City Council in assigned program areas.
F. Perform related work as required.
2.28.060 Director of Parks and Recreation.
The Director of Parks and Recreation shall be appointed by the City Manager and serve under general direction
of the City Manager and/or Assistant City Manager. In addition to other and further duties or functions as the
City Manager may from time to time prescribe,the duties,responsibilities, and authority of the Director of Parks
and Recreation shall be to:
A.Perform those functions specified in this Code.
B.Plan, organize, and direct,under general administrative direction,the programs and personnel of the
Parks and Recreation Department.
C.Administer contracts for services obtained from other public agencies and private contractors and
consultants.
D.Render advice and consultation to the City Manager and City Council in assigned program areas of
recreational services, cable television, animal control, and park and beach acquisition, development,and
maintenance.
E.Perform related work as required. (Ord. 2003-04)
2.28.070 Director of Public Works.
The Director of Public Works shall be appointed by the City Manager and serve under general direction of the
City Manager and/or Assistant City Manager. In addition to other and further duties or functions as the City
Manager may from time to time prescribe,the duties of the Director of Public Works shall be to:
A.Perform those functions specified in this Code and by state law.
B.Plan, organize, and direct,under general administrative direction,the programs and personnel of the
Public Works Department.
C.Serve as City Engineer,supervise and provide oversight to the San Dieguito Water District Engineer.
D.Administer contracts for services obtained from other public agencies,private contractors and
consultants.
E.Ensure the maintenance and repair of all streets,alleys, sidewalks,curbs, gutters, storm drains,street
lights,and traffic control devices owned by the City of Encinitas.
F. Maintain contacts with professional organizations of Public Works Directors.
G.Serve as General Manager for the San Dieguito Water District, or designate an individual to serve in
that capacity under the supervision and direction of the Director of Public Works.
H.Be a registered civil engineer as defined by the California Professional Engineers Act.
I. Render advice and consultation to the City Manager and City Council in assigned program areas.
J. Director of Public Works serves as Public Works Director, or City Engineer and reference in any City
code or standards shall be the same. Effective with the adoption of Ordinance 2014-12, any reference to
Director of Engineering shall mean Director of Public Works.
K.Perform related work as required. (Ord. 2012-10; Ord. 2014-12)
2.28.085 Fire Chief.
The Fire Chief shall be appointed by the City Manager and serve under the general direction of the City
Manager. In addition to other and further duties or functions as the City Manager may from time to time
prescribe,the duties of the Fire Chief shall be:
A.Perform those functions specified in this Code.
B.Plan,organize,and direct, under general administrative direction,the programs of the Fire Department,
including,but not limited to, fire prevention,fire suppression, investigation and inspection,emergency
medical services, and public education.
C.Administer contracts for services obtained from other public agencies, private contractors,and
consultants relating to the Fire Department.
D.Render advice and consultation to the City Manager and City Council in assigned areas.
E.Maintain contacts with professional organizations of fire chiefs.
F. Perform related work as required. (Ord. 2003-04)
2.28.090 Director of Planning and Building.
The Director of Planning and Building shall be appointed by the City Manager and serve under general direction
of the City Manager and/or Assistant City Manager. In addition to other and further duties or functions as the
City Manager may from time to time prescribe,the duties of the Director of Planning and Building shall be to:
A.Perform those functions specified by state law and this Code.
B.Plan,organize, and direct, under general administrative direction,the programs and personnel of the
Planning and Building Department,to include advanced planning, current planning,code enforcement,and
building permits and inspections.
C.Administer contracts for services obtained from other public agencies and private contractors and
consultants.
D.Render advice and consultation to the City Manager and City Council in assigned program areas.
E.Perform related work as required.
F. The Director or his/her designee shall make a final determination as authorized by the Code for the
following applications:
1. Coastal development permits pursuant to Chapter 30.80 of this Code;
2. Minor use permits;
3. Minor variances;
4. Tentative parcel maps;
5. Waivers of Municipal Code Section 30.16.01013 10;
6. Administrative design review;
7. Lot line adjustments;
8. Certificates of compliance;
9. Extension requests;
10. Other applications and duties as required by this Code.
G.Procedure. Public notification shall be provided as specified for each application type in Section
2.28.090F.For coastal development permits, public notice procedures shall conform to the requirements in
Chapter 30.80, Coastal Development Permit, in addition to the requirements of this section. Standard
procedure shall consist of administrative review and written determination. The Director may elect to
conduct a public hearing in order to gather information and/or resolve conflicts. Projects with significant
issues or controversy shall be referred to the Planning Commission with a recommendation from the
Director.
H.Appeal of Director Decision.* All decisions of the Director shall be posted at City Hall and shall
become final 15 days thereafter unless a timely appeal is filed to the City Council in accordance with
provisions of this Code. (See Chapter 1.12.)(Ord. 94-06; Ord. 2003-04)
2.28.095 City Clerk/Director of Legislative Services.
The City Clerk/Director of Legislative Services shall be appointed by and serve under general direction of the
City Manager and/or Assistant City Manager. In addition to other and further duties or functions as the City
Manager may from time to time prescribe,the duties, responsibilities and authority of the City Clerk/Director of
Legislative Services shall be:
A.Perform duties of the office as defined by California Statutes and the Municipal Code, and undertake all
responsibilities associated with this function. Remain abreast of legislation which would affect City
Clerk/Director of Legislative Services activities.
B.Direct, administer and coordinate the operation and activities of the City Clerk/Director of Legislative
Services Department. Establish policies, standards and procedures to ensure the efficient administration of
the department. Prepare an annual budget for the department.
C.Perform Council-related coordination and Council clerical and secretarial support services. Prepare
official correspondence and reports. Prepare certain nontechnical resolutions, ordinances, proclamations
and commendations.
D.Prepare Council agendas and packets. Attend all City Council meetings and keep minutes record of the
action, indexing the same. Upon request, advise City Council regarding parliamentary procedures.
E.Act as City's records manager and administer the records management program of the City. Maintain
public records and official files. Perform research through City records. Respond to requests for production
of records.
F. Serve as the City's election official and provide for the conduct of municipal elections. Act as the filing
officer for all Fair Political Practices Commission reports.Monitor the City's Conflict of Interest Code and
filings.
G.Act as keeper of the City Seal. Certify and attest to official documents. In accordance with Government
Code Section 40814, administer oaths.
H.Maintain the Municipal Code, and distribute revised pages. Publish/post legal and official notices.
1. Respond to questions from the public by phone and in person.
J. Accept service on behalf of the City.
K.Receive and open bids for various departments.
L.Maintain contacts with professional organizations of City Clerks.
M. Serve as Board Secretary for the Encinitas Public Finance Authority and the Housing Authority
of the City of Encinitas, and Board Clerk for the San Dieguito Water District.
N.The City Clerk/Director of Legislative Services shall furnish a corporate surety bond in the amount of
$100,000.00 for the faithful performance of duties imposed. The premium for such bond shall be a proper
charge against the City. (Ord. 99-08; Ord. 2010-18)
2.28.097 Department Manager—Human Resources.
The Department Manager of Human Resources shall be appointed by and serve under general direction of the
City Manager and/or Assistant City Manager. In addition to other and further duties or functions as the City
Manager may from time to time prescribe,the duties, responsibilities and authority of the Department Manager
of Human Resources shall be:
A.Perform those functions specified in this Code and by federal and state law.
B.Plan,organize, and direct, under general administrative direction,the programs and personnel of the
human resources functions.
C.Administer contracts for services obtained from other public agencies,private contractors and
consultants.
D.As delegated by the City Manager, exercise the Municipal Code Chapter 12 responsibilities and
authorities of the Personnel Officer.
E. Serve as the Employee Relations Officer as defined by the Employer-Employee Organizations Relations
Resolution. Exercise Human Resources Director responsibilities and authorities as defined by memoranda
of understanding with represented employee bargaining units, administrative manual policies, and
personnel rules.
F. Render advice and consultation to the City Manager and City Council in assigned program areas.
G.Perform related work as required. (Ord. 2012-10)
2.28.098 Department Manager—Information Technology.
The Department Manager of Information Technology shall be appointed by and serve under general direction of
the City Manager and/or Assistant City Manager. In addition to other and further duties or functions as the City
Manager may from time to time prescribe,the duties, responsibilities and authority of the Department Manager
of Information Technology shall be:
A.Perform those functions specified in this Code and by federal and state law.
B.Plan, organize, and direct, under general administrative direction,the programs and personnel of the
information technology and geographical information systems functions.
C.Administer contracts for services obtained from other public agencies, private contractors and
consultants.
D.Render advice and consultation to the City Manager and City Council in assigned program areas.
E.Perform related work as required. (Ord. 2012-10)
2.28.099 Department Manager—Risk Management.
The Department Manager of Risk Management shall be appointed by and serve under general direction of the
City Manager and/or Assistant City Manager. In addition to other and further duties or functions as the City
Manager may from time to time prescribe,the duties, responsibilities and authority of the Department Manager
of Risk Management shall be:
A.Perform those functions specified in this Code and by federal and state law.
B.Plan,organize,and direct,under general administrative direction,the programs and personnel of risk
management functions.
C.Administer contracts for services obtained from other public agencies, private contractors and
consultants.
D.Render advice and consultation to the City Manager, City Attorney and City Council as assigned
program areas.
E.Perform related work as required. (Ord. 2012-10)
2.28.100 Officers.
The following office is established which shall have the duties,responsibilities and authority necessary for the
performance of the position in accordance with the Municipal Code and other applicable law: City Attorney.
(Ord. 99-08)
2.28.110 Appointment/Removal of Officers.
A.The City Council is authorized to appoint, remove,promote and demote all officers.
B.All officers serve at the pleasure of the City Council.
2.28.120 Compensation of Officers.
The salaries, compensation,and benefits of officers shall be fixed and determined by resolution of the City
Council.
2.28.130 Duty to Cooperate.
It shall be the duty of all officers to cooperate with and assist the City Manager in administering the affairs of
the City in an efficient,economic, and harmonious manner,so far as may be consistent with their duties as
prescribed by law.
2.28.150 City Attorney.
A.The City Council shall appoint a City Attorney and may appoint an Assistant City Attorney on such
terms and conditions as the City Council deems appropriate.
B.The City Attorney and the Assistant City Attorney shall be members of the State Bar of California.
C.The City Attorney and any appointed Assistant City Attorney shall perform those duties directed by the
City Council to include working with other attorneys designated as special counsel for the City on
particular matters.