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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in San Marcos public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Private property rights and developer litigation
Resident Liz Santos said property owners just won a Superior Court case after nearly four years of litigation over an easement with developer Gary Levitt (University Village San Marcos), and she urged the council to stop delegating decisions to the city manager in developer negotiations.
City Manager performance evaluation and labor negotiations
The council evaluated the City Manager's performance and discussed labor negotiations behind closed doors. These talks can affect employee contracts and the city's personnel budget.
Senior Mobilehome Park Overlay Zone
The council finalized a new zoning overlay over seven senior mobilehome parks, adding protections for these affordable senior communities through a new chapter in the municipal code.
Marijuana Dispensary Ban
San Marcos just put the kibosh on any new marijuana dispensaries. The city council voted to ban them, saying they're worried about public health and safety. So, no legal weed shops here anytime soon.