MEETING DATE:
December 9, 2025
SUBJECT:
Title
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-9517 - EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS PURSUANT TO COMPENSATION AND REIMBURSEMENT POLICY, EVENT TICKET APPROVAL
Body
Recommendation
Recommendation
ADOPT a resolution approving the expenditure of funds for attendance at events which are in furtherance of a public purpose.
Body
Board of Commission Action
N/A
Introduction
Pursuant to the City of San Marcos Compensation and Reimbursement Policy (“Policy”), City Council Members may receive reimbursement for, or payment of, expenses incurred while performing official duties. Section D of the Policy describes the types of official duties for which reimbursement or payment is authorized which have been determined to be in furtherance of a public purpose in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 2, §18944.1.
Discussion
The following events are presented for a determination to the effect that attendance would constitute official duties in furtherance of a public purpose, and otherwise meet Policy requirements for City Council approval for distribution of tickets to:
• Councilmember LeBlang to attend the 2026 Mayors and Council Members Academy.
• Deputy Mayor Sannella to attend the Universidad Popular Celebrando Liderazgo.
Attendance is deemed to support good governance by fostering and enhancing relations with 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) entities.
Fiscal Impact
The fiscal impact to the approved Fiscal Year 2025-26 General Fund (Fund 100) budget is as follows:
• 2026 Mayors and Council Members Academy - $675.00 per ticket
• Universidad Popular Celebrando Liderazgo - $100.00 per ticket
The expenditures fall within the approved budget.
Attachment(s)
802 Ticket Resolution
2026 Mayors and Council Members Academy 802 Form
Universidad Popular Celebrando Liderazgo 802 Form
Prepared by: Rubi Hernandez, Office Specialist
Reviewed by: Phil Scollick, City Clerk
Approved by: Michelle Bender, City Manager