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Council declares intent to vacate portion of Olive Avenue ahead of flood‑protection and water‑treatment upgrades
Summary
The council declared its intent to vacate a short segment of Olive Avenue (Resolution 6481) to allow electrical upgrades, a flood‑protection retaining wall and access work tied to the CAP water‑purification project; a public hearing on the vacation is tentatively scheduled for July 27, 2026.
The Carpinteria City Council on June 22 adopted Resolution 6481, declaring the council’s intent to vacate a portion of Olive Avenue that staff said is needed for electrical infrastructure upgrades and a flood‑protection retaining wall associated with the City’s water‑purification (CAP) project.
City staff displayed maps and explained that the portion being considered is a cul‑de‑sac segment with limited existing pavement and access; staff noted earlier planning actions, including a Planning Commission review in September 2025, and described required coastal‑zone and right‑of‑way notifications that preceded the council action. Craig Murray, the district engineer for the local sanitary/water district who appeared at the hearing, answered technical questions on infrastructure and flood vulnerability.
The council adopted the declaration of intent; staff said the formal public hearing to consider the actual vacation is tentatively scheduled for July 27, 2026, at which time the council will take final action after receiving public testimony and any required legal findings. Staff clarified that the resolution announces the city’s legislative intent rather than immediately removing public access to the right‑of‑way.
Next steps include completing required notices, holding the July 27 public hearing, and returning with the final resolution should the council choose to vacate the right‑of‑way.
