Lancaster public meetings in 2025

First Public Hydrogen Authority Board of Directors Regular Meeting

The First Public Hydrogen Authority Board will approve the minutes from its November 20, 2025 meeting and file the Treasurer’s report for October 31, 2025. It will consider a resolution to rescind a prior employee‑benefits resolution and adopt an amended retiree health savings plan. The board will also vote on a joint exercise of powers agreement that would allow the City of Shafter to become a member of the Authority, and it will adopt its Legislative and Regulatory Policy Platform. Additional updates from the CEO and General Counsel will be received.

• Approve minutes of the November 20, 2025 regular meeting
• Receive and file Treasurer’s Report for the period ended October 31, 2025
• Rescind Resolution No. 2025‑008 and approve amended retiree health savings plan benefits
• Authorize City of Shafter to enter a Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement with the Authority
• Approve the First Public Hydrogen Authority Legislative and Regulatory Policy Platform

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a request to amend a Conditional Use Permit for Desert Christian School. The body will also receive updates on the Open Space and Conservation Elements.

• Conditional Use Permit No. 25-007: Proposed expansion of athletic fields at 44514 20 Street West
• Open Space Element and Conservation Element update
• Approval of minutes from the November 17, 2025 meeting

Criminal Justice Commission

The Lancaster Criminal Justice Commission will receive updates and reports from several law enforcement and legal agencies. The meeting includes a review of crime trends and departmental updates.

• Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Crime Trends Report
• Los Angeles County Probation Department Update
• California Highway Patrol Update
• District Attorney Update
• Lancaster Police Department Public Safety Update

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will review several consent calendar items, including a new vacant property compliance program and housing grant acceptance. The body will also consider awarding a construction contract for improvements to Samaritan’s Purse Park.

• Award of $6,480,957.29 base bid to R.C. Becker and Son Inc. for Samaritan’s Purse Park improvements
• Adoption of Ordinance No. 1144 to establish a unified Vacant Property Compliance Program for residential and commercial properties
• Approval of $8,701,886.29 in check and wire registers for November 02 through November 22, 2025
• Acceptance of conditional awards for the CalHome Program and Joe Serna, Jr., Farmworker Housing Grant Fund
• Approval of developer-constructed streets at the northwest corner of 30 Street West and Avenue M

The council adopted Ordinance No. 1144, creating a unified Vacant Property Compliance Program for commercial and residential properties. It also approved a $6.48 million construction award for Samaritan’s Purse Park improvements and authorized several funding and payment actions, including a CalHome program award and a final payment to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. All items were approved unanimously.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1144 establishing Vacant Property Compliance Program (5-0-0-0)
• Awarded Public Work Construction Project 24-008 Samaritan’s Purse Park Improvements to R.C. Becker and Son Inc., $6,480,957.29 plus 15% contingency (5-0-0-0)
• Approved Check and Wire Registers for November 2‑22, 2025 totaling $8,701,886.29 (5-0-0-0)
• Authorized final payment of $133,231.31 to U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for water‑wastewater project (5-0-0-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 25-67 authorizing conditional award from CalHome Program (5-0-0-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit No. 05-14 streets acceptance for Phase II improvements (5-0-0-0)
• Approved Encroachment Permit ECR 20-6472 for sewer improvements on 45712 Division St. (5-0-0-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 25-68 adjusting employee classifications and salaries, adding $13,110.00 funding (5-0-0-0)

First Public Hydrogen Authority Board of Directors Regular Meeting

The First Public Hydrogen Authority Board of Directors will meet to discuss administrative policies and a legislative and regulatory policy platform. The board will also review treasurer reports and update its regular meeting schedule.

• Approval of FPH2 2025-001 Procurement Policy
• Approval of Internal and External Social Media, Records Retention, and Fixed Assets policies
• Approval of the Legislative and Regulatory Policy Platform
• Resolution to revise the Regular Board Meeting schedule and rescind Resolution No. 2025-005
• Treasurer’s Reports for periods ending August 31, 2025, and September 30, 2025

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider approving a $1.3 million contract for a playground at Samaritan's Purse Park and an ordinance changing the formula for annual rent increases in mobilehome parks. The meeting also includes presentations on police operations and technology updates.

• Award Playground Improvement Contract to Playcore Wisconsin, Inc. (up to $1,314,124.33)
• Adopt Ordinance No. 1142 amending mobilehome park rent increase formula (2.5% to 3%)
• Approve Check Registers for payments totaling $19,957,999.69
• Approve Task Order for Lancaster Health District Phase 3 design services ($278,204.00)
• Approve Fourth Revised Task Order for SR-138 Avenue J Interchange improvements ($113,223.00)

The council approved several contracts and ordinances, including a $1.31 M playground improvement, a $113,223 road engineering task order, and an amendment to the mobile‑home rent increase formula. It also adopted Ordinance 1144 establishing a Vacant Property Compliance Program and approved the annexation of land into Community Facilities District 2021‑1, authorizing a special tax levy. The Housing Authority approved a first amendment to a development agreement and an extension of a negotiating agreement, all with unanimous votes unless noted.

• Approved First Amendment to Disposition and Development Agreement with Pacific West Communities – vote 5‑0‑0‑0
• Approved Extension to Exclusive Negotiating Agreement with Grupe Investment Company – vote 5‑0‑0‑0
• Approved $1,314,124.33 playground improvement contract to Playcore Wisconsin – vote 4‑0‑1‑0
• Approved $113,223 Kimley‑Horn task order for SR 138 Avenue J Interchange – vote 5‑0‑0‑0
• Adopted Ordinance 1144 establishing Vacant Property Compliance Program – vote 5‑0‑0‑0
• Approved annexation into Community Facilities District 2021‑1 and special tax levy – vote 5‑0‑0‑0
• Approved contract amendment with Tip Top Arborists for tree services up to $444,761.40 – vote 5‑0‑0‑0

Planning Commission

The Lancaster Planning Commission will consider three agenda items: approval of September 15 minutes, a tentative tract map to split 9.97 acres at 32 Street East and Lancaster Boulevard into 25 single‑family lots, and a conditional use permit for a roller rink at 44810 Valley Central Way, Suite 108. The commission will vote on resolutions to adopt the tract map and the conditional use permit.

• Adopt Resolution 25‑19 for Tentative Tract Map No. 18‑004 (82298) – 9.97 acres, 25 single‑family lots, Urban Residential Low Density (R‑7,000) zone
• Adopt Resolution 25‑20 for Conditional Use Permit No. 25‑012 – roller rink in commercial space at 44810 Valley Central Way, Suite 108, Commercial Planned Development zone
• Approve minutes from the September 15, 2025 regular meeting

CalChoice Special Meeting

The California Choice Energy Authority Board will consider a financial reserve policy and a contract amendment for resource adequacy services. The meeting includes a workshop on operational logistics and a closed session regarding the Chief Executive Officer.

• Amendment No. 1 to Resource Adequacy Clearinghouse Services Agreement with Optimization, LLC not to exceed $4,000,000
• Approval of Financial Reserve Policy recommended by the Financial Reserve Ad Hoc Subcommittee
• Board Workshop on operational logistics including Chair/Vice Chair rotation and new member policy
• Closed session regarding public employment for the Chief Executive Officer
• Approval of August 19, 2025, Special Meeting minutes

Criminal Justice Commission

The Lancaster Criminal Justice Commission will hold a regular meeting to review crime trends and public safety updates from local law enforcement agencies. The agenda includes approval of the October 8, 2025 minutes and presentations from the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, Probation Department, California Highway Patrol, District Attorney's Office, and Lancaster Police Department.

• Approval of October 8, 2025 minutes
• Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Crime Trends Report
• Los Angeles County Probation Department Update
• California Highway Patrol Update
• District Attorney Update

City Council Special Meeting

The council voted 3-0-0-2 to approve the Joint Powers Agreement for the Westside School District Police Services Authority and to authorize the City Manager, in consultation with the City Attorney, to negotiate, finalize, and execute the agreement. The same vote excused Mayor/Chair Parris and member Hughes‑Leslie from the meeting. No other actions were taken on the Housing, Financing, Power, or Successor Agency items.

• Approved Joint Powers Agreement for Westside School District Police Services Authority (3-0-0-2)
• Authorized City Manager and City Attorney to negotiate and execute the agreement (3-0-0-2)
• Excused Mayor/Chair Parris and member Hughes‑Leslie from the meeting (3-0-0-2)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Lancaster City Council will consider a consent calendar that includes waiving further reading of ordinances, approving meeting minutes, and reviewing $5,205,356.59 in payments. Council members will vote on a Facilities Relocation Agreement with Southern California Edison to move 17 transmission poles for the SR‑138 (SR‑14) Avenue K Interchange project. Additional items include annexing properties into the Lancaster Maintenance Districts, acquiring land for the Lancaster Health District project, and approving a final tract map and a park deed restriction.

• Authorize a Facilities Relocation Agreement with Southern California Edison for the SR‑138 (SR‑14) Avenue K Interchange, relocating 17 transmission poles.
• Approve Lancaster Maintenance District annexations, initiating a public hearing and adopting related resolutions.
• Approve acquisition and reimbursement agreements with HD Development of Maryland, Inc. for a 36,102‑sq‑ft easement to build Avenue J‑5 at 20 St West for the Lancaster Health District project.
• Approve Final Map – Tract Map No. 83231 for a 9.92‑acre subdivision on the northeast corner of Nugent St and 20 St East.
• Approve a Land and Water Conservation Fund deed restriction for the 2.9‑acre Avenue J Pocket Park.

The council adopted Urgency Ordinance No. 1143, imposing an interim moratorium on new and expanding tobacco retailer businesses, by a 4‑0‑0‑1 vote. It also approved Ordinance No. 1142, changing the annual mobile‑home‑park rent‑increase calculation to a CPI‑based range of 2.5%‑3%, also by a 4‑0‑0‑1 vote. In addition, the council adopted zoning‑map amendments for large annexations, authorized agreements with Southern California Edison and HD Development, and approved routine financial registers and investment reports.

• Adopted Urgency Ordinance No. 1143 moratorium on new/expanding tobacco retailers (4-0-0-1)
• Approved Ordinance No. 1142 amendment to mobile‑home‑park rent‑increase formula (4-0-0-1)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1138 amending zoning map to pre‑zone 638 acres as Rural Residential (RR‑2.5)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1140 amending zoning map to pre‑zone 7,153 acres for multiple uses (RR‑2.5, MU‑E, LI, P, MHP, SP)
• Authorized City Manager to enter Facilities Relocation Agreement with Southern California Edison for SR‑138 Avenue K Interchange
• Authorized acquisition and reimbursement agreements with HD Development of Maryland for Avenue J‑5 project
• Approved Check and Wire Registers for payments $5,205,356.59 (Sept 28–Oct 11, 2025)
• Approved September 2025 Monthly Report of Investments

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council and Housing Authority will discuss an agreement for 60 affordable housing units and a professional services contract for ADA compliance. The body will also review over $15 million in city expenditures.

• Negotiating agreement with Habitat for Humanity for 4.61 acres to build 60 affordable low-income for-sale housing units
• Professional services contract award to Bureau Veritas Technical Assessments LLC for $309,002.03 for an ADA Transition Plan
• Approval of check and wire registers for payments totaling $15,263,473.66 from August 24 to September 27, 2025
• Second Amendment to the Disposition and Development Agreement for Maison’s Sierra Phase 1, 2A, and 2B
• Notice of Completion for the Lancaster Performing Arts Center Box Office Renovation and Painting

The council accepted and appropriated $5,000,000 from the State CalHome Grant Program and approved a Memorandum of Understanding with Habitat for Humanity limited to $500,000. The council also awarded an ADA self‑evaluation contract to Bureau Veritas for $309,002.03 and a drug‑treatment pilot services contract to Brainstim Centers for up to $350,000. Several routine items were approved, including a street‑name change, fleet‑fund authority increase, and acceptance of completed public‑works projects.

• Accepted and appropriated $5,000,000 CalHome Grant Program funds (no vote recorded)
• Approved MOU with Habitat for Humanity not to exceed $500,000 (no vote recorded)
• Awarded ADA Self‑Evaluation and Transition Plan contract to Bureau Veritas for $309,002.03 (no vote recorded)
• Awarded Brainstim Centers professional services agreement up to $350,000 (no vote recorded)
• Increased single‑vendor expenditure authority for the fleet fund (no vote recorded)
• Changed portion of 17th Street West to Veterans Way (no vote recorded)
• Accepted $15,263,473.66 in check and wire registers for Aug 24–Sept 27 2025 (no vote recorded)
• Accepted completion of Lancaster Municipal Stadium Renovation by Bowe Contractors (no vote recorded)

Criminal Justice Commission

The Lancaster Criminal Justice Commission will vote to approve the minutes from its August 13, 2025 meeting. Commissioners will hear updates and reports from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, Probation Department, California Highway Patrol, the District Attorney’s Office, and the Lancaster Police Department. The agenda also includes a period for public comments on non‑agenda items. The meeting will adjourn with the next regular session scheduled for November 12, 2025.

• Consent Calendar: approval of minutes – August 13, 2025
• Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department crime trends report
• Los Angeles County Probation Department update
• California Highway Patrol update
• Lancaster Police Department public safety update

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council of Lancaster is convening a special meeting to address anticipated litigation and discuss legal matters, including potential exposure to lawsuits and a joint powers agency discussion regarding air quality.

• Discussion of four potential cases involving significant litigation exposure
• Consideration of initiating litigation in four potential cases
• Discussion of Antelope Valley Air Quality Management District v. EPA
• Review of 21 pending lawsuits against the City of Lancaster
• Action on Antelope Valley Groundwater Cases

The council voted 4-0-0-1 to excuse Mayor Parris from the special meeting. The council then adopted the meeting minutes with a unanimous 4-0-0-0 vote. The meeting entered closed session to discuss items 1 through 22, but no specific actions were reported.

• Excused Mayor Parris from meeting (4-0-0-1)
• Adopted meeting minutes (4-0-0-0)
• Entered closed session to discuss items 1‑22 (no vote recorded)

First Public Hydrogen Authority Board of Directors Regular Meeting

The First Public Hydrogen Authority Board will approve the minutes from its August 21, 2025 meeting and file the Treasurer’s Report for the period ended July 31, 2025. It will adopt a Cost Confidentiality Policy and a Board Travel Reimbursement Policy. The Board will also approve a sublease for the hydroplane facility at 431 E. Avenue K4 and adopt a resolution authorizing the City of Montebello to enter a Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement.

• Approve Minutes of August 21, 2025 Regular Meeting
• Receive and File Treasurer’s Report for period ended July 31, 2025
• Approve First Public Hydrogen Cost Confidentiality Policy
• Approve First Public Hydrogen Board Travel Reimbursement Policy
• Approve Hydroplane Sublease for Property at 431 E. Avenue K4

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review requests for land annexation, residential lot subdivision, and a new electronic sign. The body is deciding on several land-use permits and recommending a large-scale annexation to the City Council.

• Annexation No. 24-001 and Pre-Zone No. 25-001 to annex 638 acres bound by Avenue I, Avenue J, 50th Street East, and 60th Street East as Rural Residential (RR-2.5)
• Tentative Parcel Map No. 24-001 to subdivide 2.9 gross acres north of Avenue L and east of 27 Street West into two multi-family residential lots
• Conditional Use Permit No. 25-006 for a new electronic monument sign at 43824 30 Street West
• Approval of minutes from the August 18, 2025 meeting

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council and Housing Authority will discuss funding for multifamily residential projects and a new neighborhood park. The body is also considering a loan extension for Friends of Antelope Valley, Inc. and a new policy for removing memorials from public spaces.

• Application for Homekey+ program for Lancaster Inn Permanent Supportive Housing not to exceed $33,000,000
• Loan agreement for Maison's Sierra Phase 2 multifamily project in the amount of $3,509,756.67
• Grant award of up to $2,460,097 for the Avenue J Neighborhood Park project
• Loan maturity date extension to July 31, 2027, for Friends of Antelope Valley, Inc.
• Public hearing to establish fees for the BLVD Tree Dedication Plaque Program

The Lancaster City Council approved a joint Homekey+ program application for up to $33,000,000 to fund the Lancaster Inn supportive housing project. It also approved a Land and Water Conservation Fund grant of up to $2,460,097 for the Avenue J Neighborhood Park. Additional actions included a $3,509,756.67 loan for the Maison Sierra Phase 2 multifamily project, a $1‑per‑year lease of city property to Street Company, and the adoption of a memorials policy.

• Excused Mayor Parris and Council Member Malhi from the meeting (3-0-0-2)
• Approved $1/year rental agreement for city property on Elm Avenue (3-0-0-2)
• Approved $3,509,756.67 loan agreement for Maison Sierra Phase 2 multifamily project (3-0-0-2)
• Approved up to $2,460,097 LWCF grant and appropriation for Avenue J Neighborhood Park (3-0-0-2)
• Adopted Resolution No. 25-50 to apply for Homekey+ program funding up to $33,000,000 for Lancaster Inn supportive housing (3-0-0-2)
• Adopted the Memorials on Public Spaces Policy and Procedure (3-0-0-2)
• Approved amendment to Friends of Antelope Valley Fair loan, extending maturity to July 31 2027 (3-0-0-2)
• Approved reprogramming of $130,259 CDBG funds to the Antelope Valley Foster Friends Program (3-0-0-2)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council and Housing Authority will discuss the sale of a 10-acre parcel for a multifamily affordable housing project. The body is also considering property exchanges and various park improvement grants and equipment purchases.

• Disposition and Development Agreement with Pacific West Communities, Inc. for a 10-acre parcel near Avenue K-8 and 15 Street West
• Purchase of WeatherTrak irrigation system from SiteOne Landscape Supply not to exceed $202,419.67
• Approval of check and wire registers for payments from July 27 to August 09, 2025, totaling $9,655,578.41
• Agreement for Exchange of Real Property between the City of Lancaster and Lancaster Housing Authority
• Grant application for 2025 Land and Water Conservation Fund for Samaritan's Purse Park Improvements

The council approved a Water Rights Transfer Agreement to buy 500 acre‑feet of permanent water rights from Tivoli Investments and a corresponding option to purchase an additional 500 acre‑feet. The City Manager and designees were authorized to execute the agreements. The council also approved several other items, including Axon police equipment and a community cleanup program.

• Approved Water Rights Transfer Agreement for 500‑acre‑feet with Tivoli Investments (4-0-0-1)
• Approved Water Rights Transfer Option Agreement for additional 500‑acre‑feet (4-0-0-1)
• Approved purchase of Axon body cameras, vehicle cameras, AI reporting system (4-0-0-1)
• Authorized purchase of WeatherTrak irrigation system up to $202,419.67 (4-0-0-1)
• Awarded MOAH chiller replacement contract to ACCO Engineered Systems up to $193,420.97 (4-0-0-1)
• Approved disposition and development agreement selling 10‑acre parcel near Avenue K‑8 and 15th St West (4-0-0-1)
• Adopted Resolution 25‑49 amending employee classification, adding one FTE and appropriating $18,529.05 and $229,520.31 (4-0-0-1)
• Approved Community Cleanup Program, appropriating $75,000 and $105,000 (4-0-0-1)

First Public Hydrogen Authority Board of Directors Regular Meeting

The First Public Hydrogen Authority Board of Directors will meet to discuss financial agreements, professional service contracts, and data center partnerships. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding employee recruitment and retention efforts.

• Proposed amendment to increase a promissory note with the City of Lancaster from $2.6M to $6.6M
• Proposed rental agreement with the City of Lancaster for $2,000 per month
• Contract amendment for Bayshore Consulting Group not to exceed $16,401.65
• Contract amendment for FTI Consulting Inc. not to exceed $86,576.25
• Public hearing on employee vacancies, recruitment, and retention pursuant to AB2561

California Choice Energy Authority Board of Directors Regular Meeting

The California Choice Energy Authority board will approve minutes from the June 10 and July 8, 2025 special meetings and receive the treasurer's report for the period ended June 30, 2025. It will hear updates from the Programs Advisory Committee, the CEO on CalChoice Future Vision and the CEO position, the General Manager, and the General Counsel. A closed‑session conference with legal counsel will address existing litigation (C.24‑11‑006) involving Southern California Edison. No formal actions beyond receiving reports and providing input are listed.

• Approve minutes from June 10, 2025 and July 8, 2025 special meetings
• Receive Treasurer's Report for period ended June 30, 2025
• Receive CEO update and discuss CalChoice Future Vision, CEO position, and possible board workshop
• Receive General Manager update
• Closed‑session legal counsel conference on litigation C.24‑11‑006 vs Southern California Edison

Planning Commission

The Lancaster Planning Commission will consider several actions, including revoking a conditional use permit for The King Bar, approving a 228‑unit affordable housing project, and adopting a resolution to certify the Final Environmental Impact Report for the Westside Annexation and North Lancaster Industrial Specific Plan. The resolution would also approve the annexation of 7,153 acres from unincorporated Los Angeles County and adopt associated General Plan amendments, pre‑zoning, specific plan, and development agreement. The commission will also vote to approve the minutes from the July 21, 2025 meeting.

• Revoke Conditional Use Permit No. 23-005 and deemed approved status for The King Bar at 2822 East Avenue I (APNs 3150-017-017 & 3150-017-023).
• Approve Conditional Use Permit No. 25-005 for a 228‑unit, 100% affordable multifamily project on ~11 acres east of 15 Street West (APN 3125-009-908).
• Adopt Resolution No. 25-17 to certify the Final Environmental Impact Report, approve Annexation No. 24-002 (7,153 acres), General Plan Amendment No. 24-002, Pre‑Zone No. 24-001, Specific Plan No. 24-002, and Development Agreement No. 24-001.
• Approve the minutes from the Regular Meeting of July 21, 2025.
• Public business from the floor allows any person to address the commission on agenda items.

Criminal Justice Commission

The Lancaster Criminal Justice Commission will receive updates and reports from several law enforcement and legal agencies. The meeting focuses on information sharing and staff presentations rather than legislative decisions.

• Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Crime Trends Report
• Los Angeles County Probation Department Update
• California Highway Patrol Update
• District Attorney Update
• Lancaster Police Department Public Safety Update

City Council Regular Meeting

The Lancaster City Council will act on a consent calendar that includes several contract amendments, a parcel map approval, and program authorizations. Key decisions involve increasing the Affordable Housing Solutions professional services agreement to a total not‑to‑exceed $605,200, approving the final map for Parcel Map No. 84456 at 44447 10th Street West, and adopting an amended surety bond for Lancaster Energy with a $100,000 annual limit. Additional items include authorizing the Lancaster Energy Residential Peak Demand Response Incentive Program, extending SRK Consulting’s services, and allocating Proposition A funds for youth and senior transportation.

• Amend Affordable Housing Solutions & Development of Southern California, LLC agreement: $165,000 annual, $605,200 total
• Approve final map for Parcel Map No. 84456 located at 44447 10th Street West
• Approve Lancaster Energy Residential Peak Demand Response Incentive Program
• Adopt resolution for amended Lancaster Energy surety bond, up to $100,000 annually
• Amend SRK Consulting professional services agreement: $125,000 annual not‑to‑exceed

The Council voted 5‑0 to amend the Jan. 28, 2025 promissory note with First Public Hydrogen Authority, raising the principal from $2,600,000 to $6,600,000. It also adopted a zoning change converting 40 acres at Avenue M & Division St. from Office‑Professional to Light‑Industrial (Ordinance 1136) and approved the Lancaster Energy Residential Peak Demand Response Incentive Program. Additional actions included appropriating $71,000 from Proposition A for youth and senior transportation and authorizing the execution of a $100,000 annual Surety Bond for Lancaster Energy.

• Amended Promissory Note with First Public Hydrogen Authority, increasing amount to $6,600,000 (5‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance 1136 changing 40 acres to Light‑Industrial zoning (5‑0)
• Approved Lancaster Energy Residential Peak Demand Response Incentive Program (5‑0)
• Authorized amended Surety Bond for Lancaster Energy, up to $100,000 annually (5‑0)
• Appropriated $35,000 and $36,000 from Proposition A for youth and senior transportation (5‑0)
• Approved Second Amendment to Affordable Housing Solutions agreement, raising annual cap to $165,000 (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 25‑46 expanding “Shop. Drive. Earn.” program to include campers (5‑0)
• Approved Professional Services Agreement with Frydman Counsel, not‑to‑exceed $125,000 (5‑0)

Planning Commission

The Lancaster Planning Commission will consider approval of the minutes from its June 16, 2025 meeting. It will vote on Conditional Use Permit No. 25-002 for Xalisco restaurant at 42525 10 Street West to allow special events and live entertainment in the Commercial zone. It will also vote on Conditional Use Permit No. 24-009 for a Quick Quack car wash at 44790 Valley Central Way to allow construction and operation in the Commercial Planned Development zone.

• Approve minutes from the June 16, 2025 meeting
• Conditional Use Permit 25-002 – Xalisco restaurant, 42525 10 Street West, special events/live entertainment
• Conditional Use Permit 24-009 – Quick Quack car wash, 44790 Valley Central Way, construction and operation

California Choice Energy Authority Subcommittee Special Meeting

The Financial Reserve Policy Ad-Hoc Subcommittee is meeting to discuss and provide input on a financial reserve policy. This input will be used to develop a policy for the Board of Directors to consider for approval.

• Discussion and input regarding a California Choice Energy Authority Financial Reserve Policy

Criminal Justice Commission

The Lancaster Criminal Justice Commission will hold its regular meeting on July 9, 2025. Commissioners will approve the minutes from the May 14, 2025 meeting. The session also includes updates from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, Probation Department, California Highway Patrol, District Attorney’s Office, and the Lancaster Police Department.

• Approval of Minutes – May 14, 2025 (Consent Calendar)
• Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Crime Trends Report
• Los Angeles County Probation Department Update
• California Highway Patrol Update
• District Attorney’s Office Update

California Choice Energy Authority Board of Directors Special Meeting

The Board will consider and vote on an amended agreement with the City of San Jacinto to appoint an interim Chief Executive Officer, with a maximum compensation of $144,000. A closed‑session conference with legal counsel will address existing litigation (case C.24‑11‑006) involving Southern California Edison. The meeting also includes standard agenda items such as board comments, presentations, and a public comment period.

• Approve amended agreement with City of San Jacinto for interim CEO, not to exceed $144,000
• Closed‑session legal counsel conference on litigation C.24‑11‑006 vs. Southern California Edison
• Public comment period (3‑minute limit per speaker) on agenda and non‑agenda topics

City Council Regular Meeting

The Lancaster City Council will consider approving a $3.5 million loan for affordable housing and accepting two California Highway Patrol grants totaling over $561,000 for local law enforcement programs.

• Approve $3.5M loan for Maison's Sierra Phase 2 affordable housing
• Accept CHP Education Grant for $143,341
• Accept CHP Law Enforcement Grant for $418,152
• Approve MOU with Greenland Symmetry for Homekey+ housing
• Approve tax-sharing resolution for Sanitation District annexation

The council voted 5‑0 to send the Avenue L and 15th Street mixed‑use development appeal back to the Planning Commission for further review. The Lancaster Housing Authority approved a $3,509,756.67 loan for a 171‑unit affordable housing project and authorized related subordination up to $33,846,000. The council adopted its consent calendar, the tax‑sharing resolution for Annexation No. 14‑467, and accepted several state and county grant awards.

• Remanded PH 6 mixed‑use development appeal to Planning Commission (5‑0‑0‑0)
• Approved Housing Authority Consent Calendar, removing HA CC 1 (5‑0‑0‑0)
• Approved $3,509,756.67 loan agreement for affordable housing project
• Authorized subordination of Housing Authority loan up to $33,846,000
• Adopted Tax Sharing Resolution for Annexation No. 14‑467
• Accepted California Highway Patrol Education Grant of $143,341.00
• Accepted California Highway Patrol Law Enforcement Grant of $418,152.07
• Accepted Los Angeles County Local Solutions Funds (Measure A) of $2,409,601.00

State of the City Special Meeting

The City Council and associated authorities are holding a special meeting for a presentation. The primary purpose of the meeting is the State of the City Address delivered by Mayor R. Rex Parris.

• State of the City Address presentation by Mayor R. Rex Parris

City Council Regular Meeting

The Lancaster City Council will consider and vote on the fiscal year 2025‑2026 General Fund, Special Funds, and Five‑Year Capital Improvement Program budgets. It will also act on several consent‑calendar items, including a $9,705,060 transportation fund application, $7,250,263.33 in check and wire payments, and ordinances on vacant properties and council expense allowances. A public hearing will address a solid‑waste handling fee increase for single‑family dwellings and annexation of maintenance districts.

• Approve $9,705,060 application for Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority TDA Article 8 funds (CC 3)
• Approve check and wire registers totaling $7,250,263.33 for payments made May 25‑June 7, 2025 (CC 4)
• Adopt Ordinance No. 1133 adding Chapter 9.55 on vacant residential property maintenance requirements (CC 8)
• Adopt Ordinance No. 1134 amending the local expense allowance for the Mayor and Council Members (CC 9)
• Adopt FY 2025‑2026 General Fund, Special Funds, and Capital Improvement Program budgets (CC 10)

The Lancaster City Council approved the FY 2025-26 budgets, adopted a new vacant residential property registration ordinance, and awarded two pavement contracts to R.C. Becker Inc. totaling over $3.69 million. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Adopted FY 2025-26 General Fund, Special Funds, and Capital Improvement Program budgets (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1133 adding vacant residential property registration requirements (5-0)
• Awarded $1,689,179.69 pavement maintenance contract to R.C. Becker Inc. (5-0)
• Awarded $2,001,216.30 road rehabilitation contract to R.C. Becker Inc. (5-0)
• Authorized Community Workforce Agreement with LA/OC Building Trades Council (5-0)
• Approved $9,705,060 LACMTA funding application (5-0)
• Approved $7,250,263.33 in checks and wire transfers (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25-35 for maintenance district annexations (5-0)

First Public Hydrogen Authority Board of Directors Regular Meeting

The First Public Hydrogen Authority Board will consider several contracts and policy adoptions, including professional services agreements totaling up to $612,000. It will also adopt a new fiscal year 2025/26 budget and approve a joint exercise of powers agreement with the City of Fresno. The board’s key decision is the appointment of Jason Caudle as the Authority’s Chief Executive Officer.

• Approve Professional Services Agreement with FTI Consulting (up to $180,000)
• Approve Professional Services Agreement with Enso Advisory Services (up to $192,000)
• Approve Professional Services Agreement with Bayshore Consulting Group (up to $240,000)
• Adopt Fiscal Year 2025/26 Annual Budget
• Approve appointment of Jason Caudle as Chief Executive Officer

Planning Commission

The Lancaster Planning Commission will consider a General Plan Amendment No. 24-001 and Zone Change No. 24-001 to re‑designate roughly 40 gross acres at the northwest corner of Avenue M (Columbia Way) and Division Street from Office Professional to Light Industry. It will also review a Conditional Use Permit for a banquet hall at 2733 West Avenue L, a Tentative Tract Map to subdivide 40.3 acres into 150 single‑family lots at 35 Street East and Avenue K, and public comments on the Westside Annexation and North Lancaster Industrial Specific Plan Draft Environmental Impact Report. The meeting includes routine approval of minutes from the May 19, 2025 session.

• General Plan Amendment No. 24-001 & Zone Change No. 24-001 for ~40 acres at Avenue M & Division St, changing from Office Professional to Light Industry
• Conditional Use Permit No. 24-011 for a banquet hall at 2733 West Avenue L (CPD zone)
• Tentative Tract Map No. 22-007 (53256) to subdivide 40.3 acres at 35 Street East & Avenue K into 150 single‑family lots (R‑7,000 zone)
• Approval of minutes from the Regular Meeting of May 19, 2025
• Presentation on Westside Annexation and North Lancaster Industrial Specific Plan Draft Environmental Impact Report – public comments

Measure LC Oversight Regular Meeting

The Measure LC Citizens’ Oversight Committee will first approve the minutes from its April 10, 2025 meeting. It will then hear a presentation of the proposed budget and capital‑improvement program for fiscal year 2025‑26, delivered by Finance Director George N. Harris II. The meeting also includes time for members of the public to address the committee on any agenda or non‑agenda items.

• Approve Measure LC Citizens’ Oversight Committee meeting minutes from April 10, 2025 (Consent Calendar CC 1)
• Presentation of the proposed FY 2025/26 budget and capital‑improvement program by Finance Director George N. Harris II
• Public business: speakers may address agenda items (up to 3 minutes each)
• Public business: speakers may address non‑agenda items (up to 3 minutes each)

California Choice Energy Authority Board of Directors Special Meeting

The California Choice Energy Authority Board will approve the minutes from its May 20, 2025 meeting. It will consider Amendment No. 5 to the Bayshore Consulting Group agreement, adding Board Secretary services for up to $100,000 annually. The Board will also consider an interim Chief Executive Officer agreement with the City of San Jacinto for up to $144,000 and appoint a Financial Reserve Policy Ad‑Hoc Committee.

• Approve minutes from May 20, 2025 Board of Directors meeting
• Approve Amendment No. 5 to Bayshore Consulting Group agreement – Board Secretary services, up to $100,000 per year
• Approve interim CEO agreement with City of San Jacinto – up to $144,000
• Appoint Financial Reserve Policy Ad‑Hoc Committee

City Council Regular Meeting

At the June 10, 2025 regular meeting, the Lancaster City Council will consider several consent‑calendar items, including approval of check and wire registers totaling $13,883,533.51 for payments made May 11‑24, 2025; a lease agreement for 44845 Cedar Avenue at $125 per month; and multiple tax‑sharing and assessment resolutions for annexations and maintenance districts. The council will also hear presentations on the Impact Program, the Juneteenth Committee, and Antelope Valley Foster Friends. All items will be acted on by motion, second and vote.

• Approve check and wire registers for payments $13,883,533.51 (May 11‑24, 2025)
• Lease agreement for 44845 Cedar Avenue at $125 per month, pre‑paid, month‑to‑month tenancy
• Tax Sharing Resolution for Annexation No. 40‑170 into Los Angeles County Waterworks District No. 40
• Tax Sharing Resolution for Annexation No. 40‑171 into Los Angeles County Waterworks District No. 40
• Adopt resolution for Lancaster Landscape Maintenance District annual assessment FY 2025/26

The council approved the Consent Calendar items, including two tax‑sharing resolutions for annexations into Los Angeles County Waterworks District. It adopted Ordinance No. 1133 adding Chapter 9.55 on vacant residential properties and Ordinance No. 1132 adding Chapter 8.80 on investigational therapies. The council also scheduled the FY 2025‑26 budget and capital‑improvement plan hearing for June 24, 2025, and approved several administrative actions such as a lease at 44845 Cedar Avenue and disabling social‑media comments on city accounts.

• Approved Consent Calendar items CC5, CC6, CC16 (5-0-0-0)
• Approved lease agreement for 44845 Cedar Avenue, authorized City Manager to sign (5-0-0-0)
• Adopted Tax Sharing Resolution for Annexation No. 40-170 into Los Angeles County Waterworks District (5-0-0-0)
• Adopted Tax Sharing Resolution for Annexation No. 40-171 into Los Angeles County Waterworks District (5-0-0-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1133 adding Chapter 9.55 on vacant residential properties (5-0-0-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1132 adding Chapter 8.80 on right‑to‑try investigational therapies (5-0-0-0)
• Scheduled FY 2025‑26 budget and Five‑Year Capital Improvement Plan hearing for June 24, 2025 (5-0-0-0)
• Directed staff to disable social‑media comments on city‑affiliated accounts (5-0-0-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The council will consider a consent calendar that includes several housing, infrastructure, and financial items. It will vote on an award of RFP #849-25 to MIG, Inc. for a Parks, Arts, Recreation, and Community Services Comprehensive Master Plan, valued at $454,450 plus a 10% contingency. Additional actions include approving a $200,000 HOME HRP expenditure, accepting $50,000 Caltrans Section 130 funds for the Avenue M grade crossing design, and adopting a 2025 Zone Text amendment.

• Award RFP #849-25 to MIG, Inc. for PARCS Comprehensive Master Plan, $454,450 plus 10% contingency
• Approve $200,000 expenditure authority for HOME HRP program for Barrett Services, Inc., Petro Remodeling, Inc., and Pender Construction, Inc.
• Accept $50,000 Caltrans Section 130 funding for design phase of Avenue M Grade Crossing project
• Adopt Ordinance No. 1130 for 2025 Zone Text Amendment (ZTA25-001) and General Plan safety element amendment
• Increase Purchase Order PO 25000327 with Cannon Corporation by $150,000 for multi‑year professional services

The council adopted Resolution 25‑17 authorizing a joint Homekey+ application for up to $33,000,000 to fund permanent supportive housing. It also approved Resolution 25‑18 creating Underground Utility District No. 2025‑01. Additional actions included adopting an urgency ordinance expanding the City Manager’s employment authority, adopting a zone‑text amendment to the municipal code, and approving several procurement and development contracts.

• Approved Resolution 25‑17 for a Homekey+ joint application up to $33,000,000 (5‑0‑0‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 25‑18 creating Underground Utility District No. 2025‑01 (5‑0‑0‑0)
• Adopted Urgency Ordinance No. 1131 expanding City Manager employment authority (5‑0‑0‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1130 for 2025 zone‑text amendment to Titles 2, 8, 15, 16, 17 and related General Plan amendment (5‑0‑0‑0)
• Approved purchase‑order increase $150,000 for Cannon Corporation (PO 25000327) (5‑0‑0‑0)
• Approved purchase‑order increase $100,000 for Antelope Valley Engineering, Inc. (PO 25000313) (5‑0‑0‑0)
• Awarded RFP #849‑25 to MIG, Inc. for a PARCS Comprehensive Master Plan ($454,450 plus 10% contingency) (5‑0‑0‑0)
• Authorized an Exclusive Negotiating Agreement with Grupe Investment Company, Inc. for a three‑month property disposition negotiation (5‑0‑0‑0)

California Choice Energy Authority Board of Directors Regular Meeting

The California Choice Energy Authority Board will approve the minutes from its February 18, 2025 meeting and file the Treasurer’s Report for the quarter ended March 31, 2025. It will consider an Energy Efficiency Program Plan to request funding from the California Public Utilities Commission, adopt a 2025 Legislative and Regulatory Policy Platform, discuss the Chief Executive Officer position, and adopt a resolution approving the FY 2025/26 budget. The meeting also includes an update from the Executive Director/General Manager/General Counsel and a closed‑session legal conference.

• Approve minutes from the February 18, 2025 Board of Directors Regular Meeting
• Receive and file the Treasurer’s Report for the quarter ended March 31, 2025
• Approve the Energy Efficiency Program Plan for submittal to the California Public Utilities Commission
• Adopt the 2025 Legislative and Regulatory Policy Platform
• Adopt a resolution approving the FY 2025/26 budget

Planning Commission

The Lancaster Planning Commission will meet to approve minutes, consider revoking a liquor license for The King Bar, and approve conditional use permits for a recuperative care facility and a car wash redesign. A General Plan amendment for industrial development is scheduled for a later date.

• Revocation of Conditional Use Permit No. 23-005 for The King Bar
• Approval of Conditional Use Permit No. 25-003 for recuperative care facility
• Approval of Conditional Use Permit No. 24-010 for car wash redesign
• General Plan Amendment No. 24-001 continued to June 16, 2025
• Approval of April 21, 2025 Planning Commission minutes

First Public Hydrogen Authority Board of Directors Special Meeting

The First Public Hydrogen Authority Board of Directors will review the draft Fiscal Year 2025/26 budget. The board is also considering the adoption of an initial salary schedule, employee benefits package, and a revised meeting schedule.

• Review of Draft Fiscal Year 2025/26 First Public Hydrogen Authority Budget
• Proposed initial Salary Schedule, Position Control Listing and Employee Benefits Package
• Resolution to revise the regular Board meeting schedule and rescind Resolution No. 2025-001
• Discussion of pending RFP and communication prohibitions with potential proposers
• Authorization for CEO to execute agreements with Keenan and Associates for employee benefits

Criminal Justice Commission

The Lancaster Criminal Justice Commission will hold its regular meeting on May 14, 2025, to review reports from the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, Probation Department, and other public safety agencies. The agenda includes the approval of minutes from the previous meeting and a public comment period.

• Approval of April 9, 2025, Commission minutes
• Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Crime Trends Report
• Los Angeles County Probation Department Update
• California Highway Patrol Update
• District Attorney’s Office Update

City Council Regular Meeting

The council will consider several consent‑calendar items, including a $603,226 amendment to the LDM Associates housing rehabilitation services agreement, approval of $25,495,556.32 in check and wire registers, and a $276,007.20 budget adjustment for 2024 election services. It will also adopt the Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account project list required by Senate Bill 1 and approve two professional‑services contracts totaling $691,859 for the SR‑138 Avenue J Interchange Phase II. Finally, the council will accept the completed Mariposa Park renovation project.

• Approve amendment to LDM Associates housing rehabilitation services agreement, increasing the amount to $603,226 (HA CC 1)
• Approve check and wire registers for payments of $25,495,556.32 (CC 3)
• Approve $276,007.20 budget adjustment to cover Los Angeles County election services (CC 5)
• Approve professional‑services contracts: $84,154 to Kimley‑Horn and $607,705 to DMR Team for SR‑138 Avenue J Interchange Phase II (CC 7)
• Accept completion of Mariposa Park Renovation (Project No. 23‑008) and file Notice of Completion (CC 8)

The City Council approved a substantial amendment to the 2020‑2025 Action Plans, reprogramming $745,009.74 of HOME funds to the First‑Time Homebuyer Program and transferring $868,398.81 of NSP3 funds to the CDBG First‑Time Homebuyer Program. The council also authorized execution of the necessary HUD documents. All items were adopted unanimously.

• Approved Amendment No. 1 to LDM Associates agreement, increasing amount to $603,226 (5‑0‑0‑0)
• Approved Kimley‑Horn task order $84,154 for SR‑138 Avenue J Interchange Phase II (5‑0‑0‑0)
• Approved DMR Team task order $607,705 for SR‑138 Avenue J Interchange Phase II (5‑0‑0‑0)
• Accepted completion of Mariposa Park Renovation (PWCP 23‑008) (5‑0‑0‑0)
• Awarded $197,677.50 plus 20% contingency to Chrisp Company for driveway modifications (PWCP 24‑002) (5‑0‑0‑0)
• Committed $2,350,000 local match for ORLP grant for Webber Pool and Jane Reynolds Park (5‑0‑0‑0)
• Approved $700,000 contract with TJ Productions for L28 public‑access TV (5‑0‑0‑0)
• Approved reprogramming $745,009.74 HOME funds and transfer of $868,398.81 NSP3 funds to CDBG First‑Time Homebuyer Program (5‑0‑0‑0)

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a proposed mixed-use project and the revocation of a conditional use permit. The body will also consider recommendations for citywide municipal code amendments and a General Plan update to the Safety Element.

• Proposed mixed-use development at Avenue L and 15 Street West with 181 residential units, a 235-room hotel, and 12,800 sq ft of retail/restaurant space
• Initiation of revocation proceedings for Conditional Use Permit No. 23-005 for The King Bar at 2822 East Avenue I
• Zone Text Amendment No. 25-001 affecting Titles 2, 8, 15, 16, and 17 of the Lancaster Municipal Code
• General Plan Amendment No. 25-001 to update the Safety Element of the General Plan
• Approval of minutes from the March 17, 2025 meeting

First Public Hydrogen Authority Board of Directors Regular Meeting

The First Public Hydrogen Authority Board will consider a series of approvals, including professional services contracts and several resolutions. Key items are the acceptance of a revolving line of credit for up to $10 million, the assignment of existing city contracts for advisory and communications services, and the adoption of joint powers agreements. The meeting also includes routine actions such as appointing a board member, approving minutes, and receiving a treasurer’s report.

• Accept Proposed Revolving Line of Credit Term Sheet from River City Bank for up to $10 million, three‑year term
• Approve assignment of ENSO Advisory Services contract (up to $96,000) and FTI Consulting contract (up to $109,000) from the City of Lancaster to FPH2
• Approve Professional Services Agreement with Frydman Council for up to $250,000
• Adopt resolution authorizing execution of the Sixth Amended Joint Powers Agreement and participation in the SDRMA Property/Liability Program
• Adopt resolution authorizing Rowland Water District to enter into a Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement with FPH2

Measure LC Oversight Regular Meeting

The Measure LC Citizens’ Oversight Committee will approve the minutes from its June 13, 2024 meeting. It will also review an amendment to the adopted budget and capital improvement program for the fiscal midyear 2024/25, presented by Finance Director George N. Harris II. Public members may address agendized and non‑agendized items after the agenda items are considered.

• Approve Measure LC Citizens’ Oversight Committee regular meeting minutes of June 13, 2024 (Consent Calendar)
• Amendment of the adopted budget and capital improvement program for fiscal midyear 2024/25, presented by Finance Director George N. Harris II

Criminal Justice Commission

The Lancaster Criminal Justice Commission will vote to approve the March 12, 2025 meeting minutes. Commissioners will hear a series of updates and reports, including a community outreach presentation by the Lancaster Police Department and briefings from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, Probation Department, California Highway Patrol, and the District Attorney’s Office. The meeting also allows public comments on agenda and non‑agenda items.

• Approval of Minutes – March 12, 2025 (Consent Calendar)
• Community Outreach Resource & Education (CORE) Division presentation by Lancaster Police Department
• Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Crime Trends Report
• Los Angeles County Probation Department Update
• California Highway Patrol Update

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider several consent‑calendar actions, including a lease renewal for the Boys & Girls Club of the Antelope Valley at 45404 Division St. through April 30 2028 and a new lease for 45356 Division St. through the same date. Council members will also vote on an amendment to the Affordable Housing Solutions professional services agreement that raises the annual not‑to‑exceed amount to $165,000 and caps the total contract at $605,200. Additional items include approval of a cost‑recovery program from the Lahontan Regional Water Quality Control Board, acceptance of street and water improvements under Conditional Use Permits 16‑06 and 18‑26, and final approvals of Tract Maps 062664 and 74966‑01.

• Lease renewal for 45404 Division St. to Boys & Girls Club of the Antelope Valley through April 30 2028.
• Lease agreement for 45356 Division St. to Boys & Girls Club of the Antelope Valley through April 30 2028, with City Manager authorized to sign.
• Amendment to Professional Services Agreement with Affordable Housing Solutions & Development of Southern California, LLC: annual not‑to‑exceed $165,000, total contract not‑to‑exceed $605,200.
• Initial Cost Recovery Program from Lahontan Regional Water Quality Control Board for HNR‑3 (twenty parcels, ~5.7 acres).
• Final Map approvals: Tract Map No. 062664 (SE corner of 40th St. East and Avenue M‑4) and Tract Map No. 74966‑01 (NE corner of Avenue J and 42nd St. West).

The Lancaster City Council approved the draft five‑year Consolidated Plan (2025‑2029) and the FY 2025‑2026 Annual Action Plan for the Community Development Block Grant and HOME programs. The Council also confirmed the “Shop. Drive. Earn.” economic incentive program and appropriated $500,000 from the General Fund to administer it. Both actions passed unanimously.

• Excused Mayor Parris from the meeting (vote 4‑0‑0‑1)
• Approved Second Amendment to Affordable Housing Solutions professional services agreement, extending term to five years and raising total amount to $605,200 (vote 5‑0‑0‑0)
• Approved lease renewals for 45404 and 45356 Division St. to Boys & Girls Club through April 30, 2028 (vote 5‑0‑0‑0)
• Approved Initial Cost Recovery Program from Lahontan Water Quality Control Board (vote 5‑0‑0‑0)
• Adopted the five‑year CDBG/HOME Consolidated Plan and FY 2025‑2026 Action Plan, and authorized execution of related contracts (vote 5‑0‑0‑0)
• Adopted Resolution confirming the “Shop. Drive. Earn.” Economic Incentive Program and appropriated $500,000 from the General Fund (vote 5‑0‑0‑0)
• Adopted the 2025 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan for final FEMA approval (vote 5‑0‑0‑0)
• Approved the Sewer System Management Plan Update and authorized certification via CIWQS (vote 5‑0‑0‑0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Lancaster City Council will consider several consent calendar items, including approval of the February 2025 investment report and annual progress reports. The council will vote on awarding a $1,935,111.33 contract to Addison‑Miller, Inc. for refurbishing six park‑and‑ride lots, plus a $19,351.11 labor compliance task order funded by LA County Metro. Additional items include acceptance of completed public works projects and a purchase‑sale agreement with First Baptist Church.

• Award contract to Addison‑Miller, Inc. for Park‑and‑Ride Parking Lot Refurbishment ($1,935,111.33 plus 10% contingency)
• Authorize $19,351.11 labor compliance task order for park‑and‑ride improvements funded by LA County Metro
• Approve February 2025 Monthly Report of Investments
• Approve 2024 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Progress Reports
• Approve Purchase and Sale Agreement with First Baptist Church of Lancaster

The City Council approved a $1,935,111.33 contract (plus 10% contingency) to refurbish six park‑and‑ride lots. It also adopted an urgency ordinance updating the police department’s military equipment use policy and set fees for the Memorial Bench program. Additional actions included reclassifying an analyst to assistant director with $18,600 funding and accepting completion of several public‑works projects.

• Awarded PWCP 21‑002 Park‑and‑Ride Parking Lot Refurbishment to Addison‑Miller, Inc. for $1,935,111.33 plus 10% contingency
• Authorized $19,351.11 (plus 5% contingency) task order for labor‑compliance services under Service Group Category 16
• Adopted Urgency Ordinance No. 1128 approving updated Lancaster Police Department Military Equipment Use Policy (vote 3‑0‑0‑2)
• Adopted Resolution No. 25‑10 establishing Memorial Bench Program fee schedule and related revenue/expenditure accounts (vote 3‑0‑0‑2)
• Adopted Resolution No. 25‑09 amending employee classification, reclassifying an Analyst to Assistant Director and appropriating $18,600
• Accepted completion of Public Works Construction Project No. 23‑004 Edgeline Refresh Program and directed filing of Notice of Completion
• Accepted completion of Capital Improvement Project CP11ZZ014 Mariposa Park Outdoor Fitness Equipment and directed filing of Notice of Completion
• Approved Consent Calendar items including minutes, check registers ($9,359,814.39), investment report, General Plan and Housing Element progress reports, and sewer collection system report (vote 3‑0‑0‑2)

Ad Hoc Committee Meeting

The committee is meeting to discuss options and next steps regarding the California Voting Rights Act (CVRA). The body intends to approve a recommendation to the City Council concerning the CVRA.

• Discussion of California Voting Rights Act (CVRA) options, scope of recommendations, and direction to staff
• Approval of recommendation to City Council regarding CVRA
• Approval of minutes from the October 22, 2024 meeting

Planning Commission

The commission will first approve the minutes from the January 27 meeting. It will then discuss Conditional Use Permit No. 25-004 for a new restaurant, Fairway’s Pub, with a Type 41 ABC license and a virtual‑golf simulator at 1915 West Avenue L. An informational presentation on the Westside annexation will also be given, followed by a public business segment for resident comments.

• Approve minutes from the Regular Meeting of January 27, 2025
• Consider Conditional Use Permit No. 25-004 for Fairway’s Pub (restaurant with Type 41 ABC license and virtual golf simulator) at 1915 West Avenue L, APN 3125-014-017, in the Commercial Planned Development zone
• Westside Annexation informational presentation by the Planning Manager
• Public business from the floor – opportunity for public comment on agenda items

Criminal Justice Commission

The Lancaster Criminal Justice Commission will consider a Consent Calendar item to approve the minutes from December 11, 2024. Commissioners will hear a series of presentations on public safety topics, including a public spaces briefing by the Lancaster Police Department and updates from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, Probation Department, California Highway Patrol, District Attorney’s Office, and the State Legislative Office. The meeting also includes time for public comments on agenda and non‑agenda items.

• Consent Calendar: approval of minutes – December 11, 2024
• Presentation: Public Spaces – Lancaster Police Department
• Presentation: Crime Trends Report – Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department
• Presentation: Update – Los Angeles County Probation Department
• Presentation: Update – California Highway Patrol

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider a mid-year amendment to the 2024-2025 budget and capital improvement program. The body is also reviewing a lease for three street sweepers to replace contracted services. Other items include legal services for code enforcement and a tax sharing resolution for a sanitation district annexation.

• Approval of $8,216,745.75 in check and wire registers for Feb 9-22, 2025
• Four-year lease agreement for three Tymco Model 600 Sweeper units
• Professional Legal Services Agreement with Dapeer, Rosenblit & Litvak, LLP for code enforcement and prosecutions
• Tax Sharing Resolution for Annexation No. 14-461 into Los Angeles County Sanitation District No. 14
• Amendment to the adopted Budget and Capital Improvement Program for Fiscal Year 2024-2025

The Lancaster City Council approved the consent calendar as a block, which included approving $8,216,745.75 in check and wire registers, adopting a tax sharing resolution for a sanitation district annexation, and authorizing a professional legal services agreement with Dapeer, Rosenblit & Litvak, LLP for code enforcement and prosecutorial services. The council also approved a four-year lease for three Tymco Model 600 sweeper units via Wells Fargo Equipment Finance. All votes were 3-0 with two members absent.

• Approved consent calendar as comprised (3-0-0-2)
• Approved check and wire registers totaling $8,216,745.75
• Adopted tax sharing resolution for Annexation No. 14-461 into LA County Sanitation District No. 14
• Approved legal services agreement with Dapeer, Rosenblit & Litvak, LLP
• Approved four-year lease for three Tymco Model 600 sweeper units
• Adopted Resolution No. 25-08 amending FY 2024-2025 budget
• Approved transfer of funds for unclaimed checks under $15
• Excused Council Member Malhi and Mayor Parris from meeting

City Council Regular Meeting

The Lancaster City Council will consider a consent calendar that includes approving $10,368,625.27 in check and wire registers, accepting a $103,241 DOJ grant, and adopting Ordinance No.1126 to add Chapter 9.52 to the municipal code. Major contract approvals include a five‑year Accela Civic Platform agreement up to $1,215,228.73, a $513,217.34 box office renovation for the Lancaster Performing Arts Center, and a $364,237.26 EVOLV weapons‑detection system purchase. The council will also vote on a $653,565 amendment to the AveNew Solutions professional‑services agreement.

• Approve five‑year Accela Civic Platform and Citizen Access agreement, not to exceed $1,215,228.73
• Award $513,217.34 contract to Angeles Contractor Inc. for Lancaster Performing Arts Center box office renovation
• Award $364,237.26 contract to ICU Technologies for EVOLV Weapons Detection System equipment
• Accept and appropriate $103,241.00 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant for crime‑prevention PSA campaign
• Adopt Ordinance No.1126 adding Chapter 9.52 on public access to health‑care facilities, houses of worship, and schools

The Lancaster City Council approved the consent calendar, including a $103,241 DOJ grant for a youth crime-prevention PSA campaign, and adopted an ordinance regulating access to health care facilities, worship places, and schools. They also approved contracts for a box office renovation, weapons detection system, and art storage, among other items. All votes were 4-0-0-1 with Council Member Hughes-Leslie absent.

• Approved $103,241 DOJ grant for 'If It's Sketch, Send a Text' PSA campaign (4-0-0-1)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1126 on public access to health care, worship, and schools (4-0-0-1)
• Awarded $513,217.34 contract to Angeles Contractor Inc. for box office renovation (4-0-0-1)
• Approved $1,215,228.73 Accela Civic Platform agreement (4-0-0-1)
• Awarded $364,237.26 contract for EVOLV Weapons Detection System (4-0-0-1)
• Approved $153,799.49 art storage system contract with McMurray Stern (4-0-0-1)
• Adopted Resolution No. 25-06 approving bonds for Maisons Sierra Phase 2 apartments (4-0-0-1)
• Adopted Resolution No. 25-07 approving Public Art Master Plan (4-0-0-1)

California Choice Energy Authority Board of Directors Regular Meeting

The California Choice Energy Authority Board will review financial reports and energy efficiency updates. The body is deciding on a multi-year data management agreement and a grant-funded building decarbonization partnership.

• Agreement with Calpine Community Energy, LLC for data management services not to exceed $4,500,000 annually for five years
• Memorandum of Understanding with Los Angeles County to accept $379,919 in grant funds for the Equitable Building Decarbonization Direct Install Program
• Review of Fiscal Year 2023/24 Audited Financial Statements
• Treasurer’s Report for the quarter ended December 31, 2024
• Planning for 2025 California Choice Energy Authority Lobby Days

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider approving the Police Department's Military Equipment Use Policy, finalizing two subdivision maps, and authorizing a contract for radio dispatch consoles. The meeting will also include a closed session on anticipated litigation.

• Police Department Military Equipment Use Policy
• Final Map Approval – Parcel Map No. 74904
• Final Map Approval – Tract Map No. 061817-02
• Contract with COMMLINE Inc. for InterTalk Radio Dispatch Consoles
• Closed session on Antelope Valley Air Quality Management District litigation

The Lancaster City Council approved the consent calendar, including the police department's Military Equipment Use Policy (Ordinance No. 1125), and introduced an ordinance (No. 1126) to ensure public access to health care facilities, places of worship, and schools. The council also approved a contract with COMMLINE Inc. for police radio dispatch consoles. All votes were 4-0 with Council Member Malhi absent, except for item CC 5 where Vice Mayor Crist abstained due to a conflict of interest.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1125 approving Lancaster Police Department's Military Equipment Use Policy (4-0)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 1126 adding Chapter 9.52 to Municipal Code on public access to health care facilities, worship places, and schools (4-0)
• Approved contract with COMMLINE Inc. for InterTalk radio dispatch consoles (4-0)
• Approved check and wire registers totaling $4,951,641.26 (4-0)
• Approved Parcel Map No. 74904 at 30th St E and Avenue K-8 (4-0)
• Approved Tract Map No. 061817-02 at Avenue H-8 and 15th St E (3-0-1, Crist abstained)
• Approved 2024 Annual Report for Downtown Lancaster PBID (4-0)
• Approved minutes of January 28, 2025 meeting (4-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The council will adopt a resolution to submit an application for California's CalHome program and, if funded, to accept and spend up to $5,00,000,000 for affordable‑homeowner assistance. It will also approve contracts for the Lancaster Community Center roof replacement, traffic signal and street‑light maintenance, and a security services contract for the Public Works yard. Additional consent items include acceptance of a high‑visibility crosswalk project and routine financial approvals.

• Adopt resolution to apply for CalHome program funds and authorize expenditure of up to $5,00,000,000 (CC7)
• Award contract to Rite‑Way Roofing Corporation to replace Lancaster Community Center roof, not to exceed $258,916.45 plus a 15% contingency (CC6)
• Award one‑year traffic signal and street‑light maintenance contract to St. Francis Electric, LLC, not to exceed $1,908,234.00 per term plus a 15% contingency (CC9)
• Award one‑year Public Works Maintenance Yard Security Services contract to SafeRock, not to exceed $200,428.80 per term plus a 10% contingency (CC10)
• Accept completion of High Visibility Crosswalk Standardization Project (PWCP No. 23‑005) at 53 intersections (CC8)

The Lancaster City Council approved a consent calendar including contracts for roof replacement, traffic signal maintenance, and security services, adopted an ordinance banning energy drink sales to minors, and approved a CalPERS safety retirement plan. They also approved annexation into a community facilities district and introduced a military equipment use policy for the police department.

• Approved $258,916.45 roof replacement contract for Lancaster Community Center (5-0)
• Awarded $1,908,234 traffic signal and street light maintenance contract to St. Francis Electric (5-0)
• Awarded $200,428.80 security services contract to SafeRock for maintenance yard (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1121 banning energy drink sales to minors (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 25-02 amending employee compensation schedule (5-0)
• Approved annexation into Community Facilities District No. 2021-1 (4-0-1)
• Awarded $965,600 contract for Safer Streets Action Plan to Comet Electric (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 1125 approving police military equipment use policy (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Lancaster Planning Commission will approve the minutes from its November 18, 2024 meeting. It will hold a public hearing on Conditional Use Permit No. 24-005, which requests cannabis retail and delivery in an existing building at 45248 Trevor Avenue in the Heavy Industrial zone. The commission is recommended to adopt Resolution No. 25-01 to approve the permit and file a California Environmental Quality Act exemption.

• Approval of minutes from the Regular Meeting of November 18, 2024
• Conditional Use Permit No. 24-005 – cannabis retail and delivery at 45248 Trevor Avenue (Heavy Industrial zone)
• Recommendation to adopt Resolution No. 25-01 to approve the CUP and authorize staff to file a CEQA exemption

City Council Regular Meeting

The Lancaster City Council will vote on several consent‑calendar items, including waiving further reading of a proposed ordinance, approving meeting minutes, and accepting monthly investment reports. It will also approve the completion of the Lancaster Performing Arts Center air‑conditioning project and two final tract‑map approvals. Additional actions include adopting ordinances that modify minor‑supervision penalties and allow a reduced transactions and use tax rate, and approving a $192,000 professional‑services amendment with ENSO Advisory Services.

• Approve Lancaster Performing Arts Center air‑conditioning installation (replace three 20‑ton units with three new 20‑ton units)
• Final Map Approval – Tract Map No. 71563 (108 single‑family lots at NW corner of 60th St West and Avenue J)
• Final Map Approval – Tract Map No. 60664 (39 single‑family lots between Avenue K and Avenue K‑4, ~200 ft east of Buena Vista Way)
• Professional Services Amendment with ENSO Advisory Services up to $192,000
• Adopt Ordinance No. 1123 (repeal curfew, truancy, loitering rules) and Ordinance No. 1124 (add civil penalties for minor supervision) and Ordinance No. 1122 (reduce transactions and use tax rate)

The Lancaster City Council approved the consent calendar, including adoption of ordinances updating curfew rules and adding civil penalties for failure to supervise minors, plus an ordinance restricting energy drink sales to minors. They also approved a $100,000 vandalism repair grant program, appointed Bob Hertzberg to the First Public Hydrogen Authority board, and approved $15.86 million in checks and wire registers. All votes were unanimous except for one abstention on a tract map item.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1123 (curfew/truancy/loitering) and No. 1124 (civil penalties) (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1122 (transactions and use tax) (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 1121 (energy drink sales to minors) (5-0)
• Approved $100,000 for Vandalism Repair & Restore Grant Program (5-0)
• Appointed Bob Hertzberg to First Public Hydrogen Authority Board (5-0)
• Approved $15,861,495.50 in check/wire registers (5-0)
• Approved Tract Map No. 71563 (4-0-1, Crist abstained)
• Approved Tract Map No. 60664 (5-0)

First Public H2 Special Meeting

The First Public Hydrogen Authority Board will consider several foundational actions, including appointing its officers, adopting its bylaws and meeting schedule, and approving its fiscal year 2024/25 budget. The board will also vote to execute the City of Lancaster Agreement and authorize a Community Workforce Agreement for hydrogen projects. Additional items include adopting a non‑energy procurement policy and approving a qualified hydrogen fuel supplier list.

• Appointment of FPH2 officers: CEO Jason Caudle, General Counsel Allison Burns, Secretary Susan Caputo, Treasurer Barbara Boswell
• Adoption of Resolution No. 2025‑001 establishing a regular board meeting schedule
• Adoption of Resolution No. 2025‑002 approving the First Public Hydrogen Authority bylaws
• Adoption of Resolution No. 2025‑004 approving the FY 2024/25 budget and authorizing execution of the City of Lancaster Agreement
• Authorization of a Community Workforce Agreement to set labor policies for hydrogen projects