Diamond Bar public meetings in 2024
47 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council will discuss the Diamond Bar Boulevard Complete Streets project, including funding and utility agreements. The body will also review a check register totaling $3,386,142.03 and the Mayor's appointments to regional boards.
- Ratification of check register from Nov 13 to Dec 9, 2024, totaling $3,386,142.03
- Diamond Bar Boulevard Complete Streets project: funding agreements, WVWD utility agreement, and LACFCD trash excluder agreement
- Resolution No. 2024-41 to amend the Compensation Plan for one part-time non-benefitted employment classification
- Resolution No. 2024-43 to confirm appointments to the San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments
- City Manager report on state, county, and local ballot measure election wrap-up
Traffic and Transportation Commission
The Traffic and Transportation Commission will review traffic statistics and project updates. The body will also receive a presentation on Southern California Edison's utility undergrounding and streetlight conversion projects.
- Presentation on SCE Rule 20A Utility Undergrounding Project
- Presentation on SCE Option E Streetlight Conversion Project
- Traffic statistics for August, September, and October (2023 & 2024)
- Approval of September 12, 2024 meeting minutes
Planning Commission
The Diamond Bar Planning Commission will meet to discuss a General Plan conformity finding for the proposed acquisition of the Little League/PONY property for future park and recreation use. The meeting will also include the approval of the November 26, 2024, meeting minutes and a public comment period.
- Approval of November 26, 2024, meeting minutes
- General Plan conformity finding for Little League/PONY property acquisition
- Public comment period (5-minute limit per speaker)
City Council
The City Council will administer the oath of office to members Ruth M. Low and Stan Liu and select a Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem. The body will also consider a technology purchase and the cancellation of a January meeting.
- Administration of oath of office to Council Members Ruth M. Low and Stan Liu
- Selection of Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem
- Purchase of one Raritan KVM switch from GovConnection, Inc. for up to $17,548
- Cancellation of the January 7, 2025 City Council meeting
- Reorganization of the Public Financing Authority and Parking Authority
Planning Commission
The Diamond Bar Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Conditional Use Permit PL2024-15 for a 13,830‑square‑foot child day‑care center operated by Kingdom Seed Academy at 3333 S. Diamond Canyon Road. Staff recommends adopting a resolution to approve the permit with conditions. The agenda also includes routine approval of the November 12, 2024 meeting minutes and a schedule of upcoming events. No old or new business items are listed.
- Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit PL2024-15 for Kingdom Seed Academy child day‑care at 3333 S. Diamond Canyon Rd.
- Approval of consent calendar item: minutes of the Planning Commission meeting held November 12, 2024.
- Staff recommendation to adopt Resolution approving the Conditional Use Permit with conditions.
- No old business items.
- Schedule of future Planning Commission meetings (December 10, 2024) and City Council meetings.
City Council
The Diamond Bar City Council will meet to approve routine items including the November 5, 2024 meeting minutes, a check register totaling $1,264,521.12, and a Small Business Saturday proclamation. The Council will also consider a professional services agreement with LAE Associates, Inc. for civil engineering services.
- Approval of November 5, 2024 City Council meeting minutes
- Ratification of check register totaling $1,264,521.12
- Adoption of Small Business Saturday Proclamation
- Agreement with MissionSquare Retirement for 457 Deferred Compensation Plan Services
- Amendment to professional services agreement with LAE Associates, Inc. for up to $178,152
Planning Commission
The commission will approve routine consent‑calendar items, including minutes from the October 8 joint City Council/Planning Commission study session and the October 8 Planning Commission meeting. No old or new business is listed. The primary substantive matter is a public hearing on Development Review and Tree Permit No. PL2024‑36 for a new 9,484‑sq‑ft single‑family residence with garage, balcony, porch, pool and tree removal/replacement at 2537 Indian Creek Road, for which staff recommends approval.
- Approve minutes of the joint City Council/Planning Commission Study Session – October 8, 2024 (consent calendar)
- Approve minutes of the Planning Commission regular meeting – October 8, 2024 (consent calendar)
- Public hearing: Development Review and Tree Permit No. PL2024‑36 for a new 9,484‑sq‑ft single‑family home at 2537 Indian Creek Rd, including removal of two California black walnut trees and one coast live oak, replacement with nine coast live oaks
City Council
The City Council will review a check register for recent expenditures and receive updates on economic development. The meeting includes a presentation from the San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments and a proclamation for Extra Mile Day.
- Ratification of check register from October 9 to October 29, 2024, totaling $1,903,600.27
- 2024 San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments Update
- Economic Development/Diamond Bar Restaurant Week Update
- Proclamation declaring November 1, 2024 as Extra Mile Day
- Approval of October 15, 2024 meeting minutes
City Council
The Diamond Bar City Council will consider adopting a Fifth Amendment to the City Manager Employment Agreement. It will also provide direction on Attorney General negotiations with the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department and review options for surplus residential street name signs. Routine Consent Calendar items include approving the October 1 meeting minutes, ratifying a $1,852,130.18 check register, approving a consulting services amendment with FRJ & Associates, and approving a notice of completion for the City Hall roof rehabilitation (CIP project #FP24505).
- Approve the October 1, 2024 City Council meeting minutes (Consent Calendar).
- Ratify the Check Register dated September 25 – October 8, 2024 totaling $1,852,130.18 (Finance Department).
- Approve the First Amendment to the Consulting Services Agreement with FRJ & Associates for the Home Improvement Program (Community Development Department).
- Approve the Notice of Completion for the City Hall roof rehabilitation, CIP Project #FP24505 (Public Works Department).
- Consider adoption of the Fifth Amendment to the City Manager Employment Agreement (City Attorney).
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request to operate a fitness studio in a vacant commercial space. The commission will also review minutes from the August 13, 2024, meeting.
- Public hearing for Conditional Use Permit No. PL2024-42 to operate a 1,518 square-foot Pilates fitness studio at 303 S. Diamond Bar Blvd., Suite A
- Approval of Planning Commission regular meeting minutes from August 13, 2024
City Council and Planning Commission
The City Council and Planning Commission will hold a special joint study session. They will receive staff and consultant presentations on the Citywide Objective Design Standards. Public comments will be accepted, and the bodies may provide direction on the standards.
- Review of Citywide Objective Design Standards – staff and consultant presentations, public comment
City Council
The Diamond Bar City Council will consider routine Consent Calendar items. Items include approving the September 17 meeting minutes, ratifying a check register totaling $890,666.38, amending the consulting services agreement for the Home Improvement Program, and authorizing a maintenance services agreement for office furniture up to $66,802.58. No other public hearings or council considerations are scheduled for this meeting.
- Approve September 17, 2024 City Council meeting minutes
- Ratify check register (Sept 11‑24, 2024) totaling $890,666.38
- First amendment to consulting services agreement with FRJ & Associates for Home Improvement Program
- Maintenance services agreement with Peoplespace for office furniture, not‑to‑exceed $66,802.58
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission will review and approve the minutes from its July 25, 2024 meeting. It will receive the September recreation program update and the September maintenance report. The commission will consider staff options for the November 2024 meeting schedule and receive an update on the Maple Hill Project.
- Approve minutes of the July 25, 2024 regular meeting (consent calendar)
- Receive September Recreation Program Update
- Receive September Maintenance Report
- Consider staff options for the November 2024 Commission meeting schedule
- Maple Hill Project Update
City Council
The council will approve routine items on the consent calendar, including ratifying the August 20 meeting minutes, the $7.5 million check register, and a conflict‑of‑interest code amendment. It will also appropriate $53,580 for a citywide access‑control system and approve a $365,668 purchase of 127 desktop computers. Additional actions include approving design plans for Pantera Park and the Diamond Bar Center, and authorizing a water‑program transfer with Los Angeles County Flood Control District.
- Ratify check register dated Aug 14–Sept 10 totaling $7,535,467.99 (Finance Department)
- Appropriate $53,580 from General Fund for Verkada Access Control System (Western Audio Visual)
- Approve purchase order for 127 desktop computers and accessories up to $365,667.96 (GovConnection, Inc.)
- Adopt Resolution No. 2024‑37 amending the City’s Conflict of Interest Code for designated personnel
- Approve design and plans for Pantera Park Hard Court rehabilitation and LED lighting retrofit
Economic Development Committee
The Economic Development Committee will hold its regular meeting on September 16, 2024. Members will discuss a brief history of economic development in Diamond Bar, the launch of the new Office of Economic Development, and upcoming programming initiatives. No formal decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.
Traffic and Transportation Commission
The Commission will meet to review traffic statistics for April through July of 2023 and 2024. The body will also receive updates on various projects and programs and approve minutes from the May 9, 2024 meeting.
- Traffic statistics for April, May, June, and July 2023 & 2024
- Approval of May 9, 2024 meeting minutes
City Council
The Diamond Bar City Council will consider routine consent‑calendar items, including approval of the August 6 meeting minutes, ratification of a $3,340,702.05 check register, and approval of the July 2024 Treasurer’s Statement. The Council will ratify the Mayor’s appointment of Aaron Salo to the Parks & Recreation Commission. It will adopt Resolution No. 2024‑36 appointing Ruth M. Low to District 2 and Stan Liu to District 5, and cancel the November 5, 2024 General Municipal Election.
- Approve August 6, 2024 City Council meeting minutes
- Ratify check register dated July 31–August 13, 2024 totaling $3,340,702.05
- Approve July 2024 Treasurer’s Statement
- Ratify appointment of Aaron Salo to the Parks & Recreation Commission
- Adopt Resolution No. 2024‑36 appointing Ruth M. Low (District 2) and Stan Liu (District 5) and cancel the Nov 5, 2024 municipal election
Planning Commission
The Diamond Bar Planning Commission will meet to approve the consent calendar and hold a public hearing on a Conditional Use Permit for adding massage services to an acupuncture business.
- Approval of July 23, 2024, Planning Commission minutes
- Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit PL2024-12 for massage services
- Project address: 1125 Grand Avenue, Diamond Bar, CA 91765
- Applicant: AA & FR Health Center Inc.
- City Council meeting scheduled for August 20, 2024
City Council
The Diamond Bar City Council meeting on August 6, 2024 will consider several consent‑calendar items. Items include ratifying a $3,277,002.22 check register, approving a $1.33 million Proposition A funds exchange with the City of Commerce, and adopting a $20,500 consulting services agreement with Vidiflo, LLC. The Council will also adopt a smoking‑in‑parks ordinance and approve a public‑works contract with Siterep Construction Services, Inc. for the Maple Hill Park playground, restroom and ADA upgrades totaling $1,989,766.33.
- Ratify Check Register totaling $3,277,002.22 (July 10‑30, 2024)
- Approve $1,333,333 Proposition A funds exchange with City of Commerce
- Approve Vidiflo, LLC consulting services agreement for $20,500
- Adopt Ordinance No. 04 (2024) prohibiting smoking in city parks
- Approve Siterep Construction Services public‑works agreement for Maple Hill Park improvements ($1,989,766.33 total)
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Commission will meet to approve minutes from the May 23, 2024 meeting. The body will also receive and file updates regarding July recreation programs and maintenance reports.
- Approval of May 23, 2024 Regular Meeting minutes
- July Recreation Program Update
- July Maintenance Report
Planning Commission
The Diamond Bar Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider approval of a new single-family residence with an attached accessory dwelling unit on Chisolm Trail Drive. The project is categorized as exempt from environmental review.
- Public hearing for Development Review No. PL2021-51
- Construction of 3,320 sq ft single-family residence
- 999 sq ft attached accessory dwelling unit
- Project address: 1198 Chisolm Trail Drive
- Categorically exempt from CEQA
City Council
The Diamond Bar City Council will consider approving routine contracts, including a $301,626 construction agreement for intersection safety improvements, and will introduce an ordinance prohibiting smoking in city parks.
- Approve $301,626 construction agreement for Intersection Safety Improvements Project
- Approve $3,114,782.97 check register for June 12–July 9, 2024
- Introduce ordinance to prohibit smoking in city parks
- Approve Consultant Services Agreement with Zero Foodprint
- Approve Professional Services Agreement with Tennis Anyone, Inc.
City Council
The City Council will discuss property acquisition terms in a closed session. During the regular meeting, the Council is scheduled to consider several service contracts for law enforcement, street maintenance, and transportation.
- Five-year Municipal Law Enforcement Services Agreement with Los Angeles County
- $78,820 purchase order for newsletter and guide printing
- Street maintenance and vegetation control agreement with MCE Corporation
- Property negotiations for 22601 Sunset Crossing Road
- Ratification of check register totaling $996,059.58
City Council
The City Council will consider the FY 2024/25 operating budget and a $61,282,567 appropriations limit. The agenda also includes consolidating the November 5 municipal election with the statewide election. Additionally, the Council will review a wireless site agreement for Peterson Park.
- Adoption of FY 2024/25 City Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Program
- Establishment of $61,282,567 appropriations limit
- Wireless Site License Agreement with DISH Wireless LLC at Peterson Park
- Consolidation of November 5 municipal election with statewide election
- Notice of completion for groundwater drainage improvements at Copley Drive and Moonlake Street
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider amendments to the city's Development Code to implement 2021-2029 Housing Element programs and comply with state housing laws. The body will also review the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Capital Improvement Program for conformity with the General Plan.
- Development Code Amendment No. PL2022-59 regarding citywide housing programs and state law compliance
- Review of Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Capital Improvement Program
- Approval of March 26, 2024, Special Joint Study Session minutes
- Approval of March 26, 2024, Regular Meeting minutes
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Commission will discuss the budget update for Fiscal Year 24-25. The body will also receive updates on May recreation programs and maintenance reports.
- Fiscal Year 24-25 Budget Update
- May Recreation Program Update
- May Maintenance Report
- Approval of March 28, 2024 meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will hold a study session to discuss the draft Fiscal Year 2024/25 Operating Budget. The regular meeting includes routine approvals of minutes and financial statements.
- Draft Fiscal Year 2024/25 Operating Budget discussion
- Ratification of check register from May 1 to May 14, 2024, totaling $1,297,535.51
- Approval of April 2024 Treasurer’s Statement
- Proclamation declaring May as Mental Health Awareness month
Traffic and Transportation Commission
The Commission will meet to receive and file traffic statistics for February and March 2024. The body will also receive updates on various city projects and programs.
- Traffic Statistics for February & March 2024
- Updates on various projects and programs
City Council
The City Council will hold a study session to discuss the draft FY 2024/25 Capital Improvement Program Budget. The regular meeting includes votes on city infrastructure contracts and the approval of park design plans.
- Public Works Agreement with Rite-Way Roof Corporation for City Hall roof rehabilitation totaling $671,600
- Approval of design and plans for Maple Hill Park/Playground Replacement and ADA Upgrades Project
- Purchase of two HPE network servers from GovConnection, Inc. not to exceed $67,403.88
- Ratification of check register from April 10 to April 30, 2024, totaling $1,085,047.75
- Consulting Services Agreement with The Scanning Company for document scanning through June 30, 2027
City Council
The City Council will consider design concepts and a contract amendment for the Heritage Park and Community Center renovation project. The body will also review routine financial reports and environmental threshold updates.
- Ratification of check register totaling $1,101,148.97
- Proposed expenditure of $145,682 in PLHA funding for housing activities
- Resolution No. 2024-12 updating CEQA vehicle miles traveled significance thresholds
- Amendment to Consulting Services Agreement with Black O'Dowd and Associates, Inc. for Heritage Park renovation
- Proclamations for Water Awareness Month and Arbor Day
City Council
The City Council will review a construction agreement for street rehabilitation and drainage improvements. The body is also considering revisions to the City Council Recognition Policy and the 2023 Public Safety Annual Report.
- Construction agreement with Onyx Paving Company, Inc. for $9,369,000 plus a $936,900 contingency
- Street rehabilitation for Golden Springs Drive, Grand Avenue, and Gateway Corporate Center
- Drainage improvements at Grand Avenue/Diamond Bar Boulevard and Cold Spring Lane
- Ratification of check register totaling $473,813.81
- Engineer's Reports for Landscape Assessment Districts 38, 39-2022, and 41-2021
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Commission will meet to select its Chair and Vice-Chair. The body will also receive updates on recreation programs and maintenance for March.
- Selection of Chair and Vice-Chair
- March Recreation Program Update
- March Maintenance Report
City Council and Planning Commission
The City Council and Planning Commission are holding a special joint study session. The body will receive a staff presentation and public comments regarding new land use and housing laws for 2024.
- Staff presentation on 2024 legislative updates for land use and housing laws
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a development review for a new single-family residence. Staff recommends approving the project, which includes a three-story home, pool, and rear yard improvements.
- Development Review No. PL2023-05: Proposed 4,310 square-foot, three-story home at 1200 Chisolm Trail Drive
- Proposed 416 square-foot attached garage and 2,292 square-foot outdoor deck area
- Proposed pool and rear yard improvements on a 31,990 gross square-foot lot
- Approval of March 12, 2024, Planning Commission meeting minutes
Public Safety Committee
The Public Safety Committee will meet to discuss the draft of the 2023 Public Safety Annual Report. No other substantive items are listed for decision or discussion.
- Presentation of Draft 2023 Public Safety Annual Report
City Council
The City Council will hold a study session on the city's Recognition Policy and a regular meeting to approve routine administrative items. Key actions include the creation of a new special revenue fund for housing grants and the purchase of office equipment.
- Creation of Special Revenue Fund No. 224 (PLHA Housing Fund) with a budget of $358,416
- Purchase of two Ricoh copiers from Advanced Office (Integrus), Inc. for up to $36,889.46
- Ratification of check register from February 28 to March 12, 2024, totaling $767,065.72
- Approval of the 2023 Housing Element Annual Progress Report and 2023 General Plan Status Report
- Study session regarding the city's Recognition Policy
Traffic and Transportation Commission
The Commission will reorganize by selecting a Chair and Vice-Chair for a one-year term. Members will also review traffic statistics from December 2023 and January 2024 and discuss an extension for an engineering and traffic survey.
- Selection of Commission Chair and Vice-Chair
- Review of December 2023 and January 2024 traffic statistics
- Discussion of a 14-year extension for the Engineering and Traffic Survey
- Approval of January 11, 2024 meeting minutes
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will discuss updating CEQA Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) significance thresholds and review the 2023 Annual General Plan Status Update. The body will also select a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson.
- Selection of Planning Commission Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
- Proposed resolution recommending City Council adopt updated CEQA VMT significance thresholds
- Approval of the 2023 Annual General Plan Status Update report
City Council
The City Council will consider the ratification of a $1,262,776.13 check register and the approval of audit services for the Los Angeles County Safe, Clean Water Program. The body will also review grant funding for renovations at Heritage Park and Maple Hill Park.
- Ratification of check register from February 14 to February 27, 2024, totaling $1,262,776.13
- Third Amendment to Consultant Services Agreement with Lance, Soll & Lunghard, LLP for audit services
- Resolution No. 2024-07 to accept grant funds for the Heritage Park Renovation Project
- Resolution No. 2024-08 to apply for grant funds for the Maple Hill Park Playground/Restroom Replacement Project
- Proclamations for Women’s History Month and American Red Cross Month
City Council
The City Council will conduct a mid-year budget review for Fiscal Year 2023-24 and discuss design concepts for the Heritage Park and Community Center Renovation Project. The body is also considering an ordinance to regulate and prohibit marijuana businesses and cultivation.
- Ordinance No. 01 (2024) to prohibit and regulate marijuana/cannabis businesses and cultivation
- Ratification of check register totaling $910,652.56
- Fiscal Year 2023-24 mid-year budget review and compensation plan amendments
- Approval of plans for Area 3 Residential & Collector Streets and Arterial Street Rehabilitation
- Heritage Park and Community Center Renovation Project design concepts (CIP# FP24502)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings for two residential development reviews. These include a request to replace a home and remove protected trees at 2330 Indian Creek Road and a request for a home addition at 915 Pantera Drive.
- Development Review and Tree Permit PL2023-53: Demolish 3,888 sq ft home and build 4,662 sq ft home, 1,000 sq ft ADU, and pool at 2330 Indian Creek Road
- Tree Permit PL2023-53: Remove three protected California black walnut trees and replace with nine coast live oak trees at 2330 Indian Creek Road
- Development Review PL2023-66: Add 1,646 sq ft of living area and 92 sq ft of balcony to existing home at 915 Pantera Drive
City Council
The City Council will discuss and vote on an ordinance and an urgency ordinance to prohibit and regulate marijuana businesses and cultivation. The body will also review routine administrative items and a check register.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 01 (2024) and Urgency Ordinance No. 02 (2024) to regulate cannabis businesses and cultivation
- Ratification of check register from January 10 to January 30, 2024, totaling $1,730,423.81
- Resolution No. 2024-03 to annex 47 existing street lights to County Lighting Maintenance District 10006
- Black History Month Proclamation
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Commission will review updates on the Maple Hill Park Project, the Canyon Loop Trail Restoration, and the Heritage Park Project. The meeting also includes a recreation program update and a maintenance report.
- Maple Hill Park Project
- Canyon Loop Trail Restoration
- Heritage Park Project
- January Recreation Program Update
- January Maintenance Report
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss a Conditional Use Permit for a dance studio. The proposed business would occupy a 1,242 square-foot suite within the Towne Centre Village shopping center.
- Conditional Use Permit No. PL2023-60 for a dance studio at 1137 Grand Avenue
- Approval of minutes from the October 24, 2023, regular meeting
City Council
The City Council will discuss funding allocations for the 2024/2025 Community Development Block Grant program and review waste hauler procurement results. The body is also considering several fund appropriations from Unassigned General Fund Reserves.
- Acceptance of $302,850 in grant funds from the Highway Safety Improvement Program for intersection safety improvements
- Public hearing for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program allocations for Fiscal Year 2024/2025
- Ratification of check register totaling $2,364,013.03
- Proposed appropriation of $1,204,585 to the Park & Facility Development Fund and $1,204,585 to the Building Maintenance & Replacement Fund
- Proposed appropriation of $76,000 to the OPEB Reserve Fund
Traffic and Transportation Commission
The Commission will meet to review traffic statistics from October and November 2023 and receive updates on various city projects and programs. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the November 9, 2023, meeting.
- Traffic Statistics Report for October and November 2023
- Updates on various city projects and programs
- Approval of November 9, 2023, meeting minutes
Audit Committee
The Audit Committee will meet to discuss the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023.
- Review and discussion of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2023