Santa Clarita public meetings in 2024
100 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council - Regular Meeting
The council will adopt budget amendments for FY 2023‑24 and FY 2024‑25 and authorize a $7 million loan to the Eastside Bridge & Thoroughfare District Fee Fund. It will also approve a $23,708,300 construction contract for The Rink Sports Pavilion Phase II and related professional services contracts. Additional actions include a new two‑year federal advocacy contract with MMO Partners and a $404,000 purchase of mitigation credits for the Via Princessa Park project.
- Adopt resolutions amending the FY 2023‑24 and FY 2024‑25 budgets
- Authorize a $7,000,000 loan from the General Fund to the Eastside Bridge & Thoroughfare District Fee Fund
- Award a construction contract to AMG and Associates, Inc. for up to $23,708,300 for The Rink Sports Pavilion – Phase II
- Approve a two‑year, up‑to‑$77,000 annually contract with MMO Partners for federal advocacy services
- Purchase 0.83 acres of mitigation credits for Via Princessa Park for $404,000
The City Council unanimously approved the mid-year budget adjustments, including a $7 million loan for the Eastside Bridge & Thoroughfare District. They also awarded a $21.6 million construction contract for The Rink Sports Pavilion Phase II, approved the purchase of three hydrogen fuel cell buses for $4.8 million, and approved a $1 million design-build contract for Begonias Lane Park playground renovation. All consent calendar items were approved unanimously.
- Approved mid-year budget adjustments (Resolutions 24-79, 80, 81) (5-0)
- Approved $7M loan from General Fund to Eastside Bridge & Thoroughfare District Fee Fund (5-0)
- Awarded $21.6M construction contract to AMG and Associates for The Rink Sports Pavilion Phase II (5-0)
- Approved $4.8M contract with New Flyer for three hydrogen fuel cell buses (5-0)
- Awarded $1.01M design-build contract to Great Western Installations for Begonias Lane Park playground (5-0)
- Approved consent calendar including MMO Partners contract and Via Princessa Park agreements (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council - Special Meeting-Council Reorganization
The Santa Clarita City Council will adopt Resolution No. 24-__ that recites the November 5, 2024 General Municipal Election and declares the results. The council will administer the oath of office to newly elected Councilmember Patsy Ayala (District 1) and appointed Councilmember Jason Gibbs (District 3). The meeting also includes routine consent‑calendar items and the transition of mayoral duties to the incoming mayor.
- Adopt Resolution No. 24-__ reciting the November 5, 2024 General Municipal Election results
- Swear in Patsy Ayala as Councilmember for District 1 for a four‑year term
- Swear in Jason Gibbs as appointed Councilmember for District 3 for a four‑year term
- Oath of office ceremony for the outgoing mayor and transition to the new mayor
- Consent calendar items to be enacted by a single motion
The City Council reorganized, electing Cameron Miranda as Mayor for 2025 and Laurene Weste as Mayor Pro Tem. The council also certified the November 5, 2024 election results and swore in newly elected Councilmember Patsy Ayala and appointed Councilmember Jason Gibbs.
- Adopted Resolution No. 24-22 certifying the November 5, 2024 General Municipal Election results (5-0)
- Elected Cameron Miranda as Mayor 2025 (5-0)
- Elected Laurene Weste as Mayor Pro Tem 2025 (3-2)
- Administered Oath of Office to newly elected Councilmember Patsy Ayala
- Administered Oath of Office to appointed Councilmember Jason Gibbs
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Tourism Marketing District Advisory Board - Special Meeting
The Santa Clarita City Council will adopt a resolution that formally records the results of the November 5, 2024 General Municipal Election. The resolution declares Patsy Ayala elected as Council Member for District 1 and appoints Jason Gibbs to District 3, where the election was cancelled. The Council will also administer oaths of office to the newly elected and appointed members. The action has no fiscal impact.
- Adopt Resolution No. 24‑__ reciting the fact of the November 5, 2024 General Municipal Election
- Declare Patsy Ayala elected as Council Member, District 1 for a four‑year term
- Appoint Jason Gibbs as Council Member, District 3 for a four‑year term (cancellation saved approx. $120,000)
- Administer oath of office to the newly elected and appointed council members
- No fiscal impact associated with the resolution
The Santa Clarita City Council held a reorganization meeting, certifying the November 5, 2024 election results and swearing in newly elected Councilmember Patsy Ayala and appointed Councilmember Jason Gibbs. Councilmember Miranda was unanimously elected as Mayor for 2025, and Councilmember Weste was elected as Mayor Pro Tem in a 3-2 vote. The meeting also included presentations honoring outgoing Mayor Smyth.
- Adopted Resolution No. 24-82 certifying the November 5, 2024 General Municipal Election results (unanimous)
- Administered Oath of Office to newly elected Councilmember Patsy Ayala
- Administered Oath of Office to appointed Councilmember Jason Gibbs
- Elected Councilmember Miranda as Mayor for 2025 (unanimous)
- Elected Councilmember Weste as Mayor Pro Tem for 2025 (3-2)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Santa Clarita Planning Commission will consider approving two conditional use permits: one for a new firearm store at 26027 Huntington Lane and another for a tobacco paraphernalia store at 24050 Newhall Avenue. The body will also approve the minutes from the October 1, 2024 meeting.
- Approve minutes from October 1, 2024 meeting
- Conditional Use Permit 24-009 for Liberty & Justice Firearms at 26027 Huntington Lane
- Conditional Use Permit 23-007 for tobacco paraphernalia store at 24050 Newhall Avenue
- Public hearing for new firearm store use (Master Case 24-187)
- Public hearing for new tobacco paraphernalia business (Master Case 23-103)
City Council Committee - Public Safety Committee Meeting
The Santa Clarita City Council Public Safety Committee will hold a special meeting on December 3, 2024. The sole agenda item is a public safety update covering recent crime statistics and trends. The committee will discuss the information but no formal action is listed.
- Public Safety Update – discussion of local crime rates and trends
City Council - Special Meeting
The Santa Clarita City Council will convene a special closed session on November 26, 2024. The closed session is for a public employee performance evaluation of the City Manager, as required by Government Code Section 54957. No other agenda items are listed.
- Closed session to consider City Manager performance evaluation (Gov. Code 54957)
City Council - Regular Meeting
The City Council will discuss land acquisitions and funding for the Dockweiler Drive Extension project. The body will also hold a public hearing on construction fee district amendments and consider a citywide tree maintenance contract.
- Public hearing to amend the Eastside Bridge and Major Thoroughfare Construction Fee District
- Appropriation of $1,600,000 for Dockweiler Drive Extension (Project S3023)
- Proposed two-year tree maintenance contract with West Coast Arborists, Inc. not to exceed $6,700,548
- Discussion on naming +/-169 acres of open space in honor of John Hartigan
- Declaration of vacancies on the Planning Commission, Arts Commission, and other local boards
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Santa Clarita City Council will meet in a special closed session on November 26, 2024 at 5:00 PM. The session is called to consider items listed on an attached agenda, which are not disclosed in the public notice. No other agenda items are detailed in the provided document.
- Closed session to consider items on the attached agenda (details not provided)
Arts Commission - Regular Meeting
The Arts Commission will receive updates on the development of Santa Clarita Valley historic assets and the 2024-2025 performance schedule for The MAIN in Old Town Newhall. The body will also consider the approval of minutes from the October 10, 2024 meeting.
- Update on Arts Master Plan Recommendation 2.7 regarding historic assets, including William S. Hart Park, Mentryville, and the St. Francis Dam site
- Overview of The MAIN Theatre 2024-2025 season performances and events
- Approval of October 10, 2024 Regular Meeting minutes
- Arts Spotlight featuring Santa Clarita Master Chorale
- Arts Star featuring Nick Rail Music
City Council - Regular Meeting
The Santa Clarita City Council will approve minutes from recent meetings, ratify Check Register No. 22, and consider several contract awards and land acquisitions. Major items include a five‑year $1,360,000 recreation management system contract with Kaizen Labs, a $511,250 license‑plate camera lease with Flock Safety, and purchases of open‑space property totaling $702,046 for 169 acres. The council will also adopt a waste‑service agreement and approve design contracts for tennis‑court improvements and traffic circulation projects.
- Award a five‑year recreation management system contract to Kaizen Labs for up to $1,360,000
- Approve a two‑year lease of 35 Flock Safety automated license‑plate reader cameras for up to $511,250
- Award a design contract to Hirsch and Associates for Valencia Heritage tennis‑court improvements for up to $89,562
- Approve purchase of 169 ± acres of open‑space property for $702,046
- Award a design contract for the 2024‑25 Circulation Improvement Program (Project C0073) for up to $420,424
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council - Special Meeting
The Santa Clarita City Council will meet in a special closed session on November 12, 2024. The session is called to confer with labor negotiators regarding employees represented by SEIU Local 721 and those not represented. No specific agenda items or dollar amounts are disclosed in the notice.
- Closed session conference with labor negotiators for unrepresented employees
- Closed session conference with labor negotiators for employees represented by SEIU Local 721
City Council Committee - Legislative Committee Meeting
The Legislative Committee will discuss and recommend adoption of the draft Santa Clarita 2025 Executive and Legislative Platform. The draft updates the City’s policy statements for upcoming federal and state legislative sessions, building on the platform adopted on Dec. 12, 2023. Revisions include support for designating the Northern Angeles National Forest as a national monument, replacing overhead bare electrical wire with covered conductor, and updating the stance on the California High Speed Rail Authority Palmdale‑to‑Burbank segment.
- Recommendation to adopt the Santa Clarita 2025 Executive and Legislative Platform
- Support for designating the Northern Angeles National Forest as a national monument
- Support for replacing overhead bare electrical wire with covered conductor
- Revision of policy related to the California High Speed Rail Authority Project (Palmdale‑to‑Burbank segment)
- Opposition to legislation that would limit local authority over small‑cell wireless equipment
Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission - Study Session
The Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission will hear a presentation on a request from the Daughters of the American Revolution to add a sign at the Veterans Historical Plaza to mark the United States' 250th anniversary. The commission will also receive an overview of recent improvements and activities at Tesoro Adobe Historic Park, and an update on Year 4 progress of the Parks and Recreation 5‑Year Plan. After the presentations, the commission will recommend whether to forward the signage request to the City Council for final approval.
- Veterans Historical Plaza signage request – proposed sign near Newhall Avenue to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States
- Tesoro Adobe Historic Park update – overview of renovations, venue rentals, guided tours, and upcoming events over the past 18 months
- Parks and Recreation 5‑Year Plan Year 4 progress update – presentation on work completed in 2024
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission will hear a presentation from the Daughters of the American Revolution requesting a new sign at the Veterans Historical Plaza to mark the United States’ 250th anniversary, and will consider recommending the project to the City Council. The commission will also receive an overview of recent improvements and activities at Tesoro Adobe Historic Park. Finally, staff will present a Year‑4 progress update on the Parks and Recreation 5‑Year Plan and discuss work completed in 2024.
- Veterans Historical Plaza signage request near Newhall Avenue, planned for July 2026
- Overview of improvements and activities at Tesoro Adobe Historic Park (annexed 2022)
- Year‑4 progress update on the Parks and Recreation 5‑Year Plan
City Council - Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the Promenade Flats Mixed-Use Project appeal and a conformance review for the Riverview Project. The body will also consider a resolution to designate Santa Clarita as a Clean California Community.
- Public hearing on Appeal 24-003 regarding the Promenade Flats Mixed-Use Project at 26111-26135 Bouquet Canyon Road
- Conformance Review of the Riverview Project (Master Case 21-205) featuring 318 residential units and 127,000 square feet of commercial space at the Saugus Speedway property
- Resolution to designate the City of Santa Clarita as a Clean California Community
- Approval of Check Register No. 21 for periods in September 2024
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council - Special Meeting
The City Council is meeting in a special session to discuss the price and terms of three separate real estate negotiations in closed session.
- Negotiations with Laurene Weste and County of Los Angeles regarding Lyons Avenue and multiple APNs
- Negotiations with Encore, LLC for +/- 40 acres known as Encore Property (APN 2865-021-004)
- Negotiations with John C. Hartigan and Beverly Hartigan for +/- 168 acres known as Hartigan Property
City Council - Special Meeting
The City Council will convene a special meeting at 3:00 PM on October 17, 2024 at the Canyon Country Community Center, 18410 Sierra Highway, to hear a State of the City presentation. No other agenda items are listed for this meeting. Members of the public may address the council for one minute on any agenda‑described item.
- State of the City address (informational, no decisions)
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The City Council is holding a special meeting for the purpose of holding a State of the City. The agenda consists of this presentation and procedural items.
- State of the City presentation
Arts Commission - Regular Meeting
The Arts Commission will approve the minutes from its September 12, 2024 meeting. The commission will receive an update on Recommendation 2.4 of the Arts Master Plan, which proposes developing a creative live/work facility in Old Town Newhall. Public participation time is scheduled for items not on the agenda, but no speakers are listed. The meeting also includes an Arts Spotlight on Eclipse Theatre LA and an Arts Star award for Nick Rail Music.
- Approve minutes of the September 12, 2024 Arts Commission meeting
- Unfinished Business – receive update on Creative Live/Work Facility (Recommendation 2.4) in Old Town Newhall
- Arts Spotlight presentation featuring Eclipse Theatre LA
- Arts Star award presented to Nick Rail Music
- Public participation opportunity for items not on the agenda
City Council - Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding proposed amendments to the Tesoro Del Valle project. The body will also consider several security and water testing contracts and a grant for multifamily and mixed-use project standards.
- Proposed amendments to conditions of approval and pre-annexation agreement for the Tesoro Del Valle project
- Contract for Good Guard Security, Inc. for city parks and facilities not to exceed $2,101,606
- Contract for Good Guard Security, Inc. for the Santa Clarita Public Library not to exceed $249,871
- Water testing contract for Vista Canyon Water Factory with Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. not to exceed $102,300
- MOU with Southern California Association of Governments for Regional Early Action Planning Grants Program Funds
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission - Regular Meeting
The Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission will receive staff overviews of recreational and enrichment classes for parents and young children. The body will also discuss youth and family services, including the Neighborhood Engagement Plan and collaborations with local agencies.
- Overview of parent and child recreational and enrichment class offerings
- Update on Youth & Family Services programming, including Community Court
- Review of the Neighborhood Engagement Plan
- Discussion of the CAPE program collaboration with William S. Hart Union School District
- Approval of September 5, 2024 meeting minutes
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Santa Clarita Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the appeal of a Hearing Officer decision concerning a second accessory structure in the Placerita Canyon Special Standards District. Staff will present the case, and the Commission will consider adopting Resolution 24-15, which would deny Appeal 24-002 and affirm the approval for Stephen J. Bradley’s recreational vehicle garage. The decision will be made at the October 1, 2024 regular meeting.
- Appeal of second accessory structure (Master Case 24-008) in Placerita Canyon Special Standards District – decision to deny Appeal 24-002 and affirm approval for an RV garage
City Council - Regular Meeting
The Santa Clarita City Council will consider several actions, including appointing members to the LA28 Ad Hoc Committee and filling a Planning Commission vacancy. It will approve a $1,249,896 two‑year landscape‑maintenance contract for Landscape Maintenance District Zone T8 (Valencia Summit) and adopt a no‑overnight‑parking zone on Ruether Avenue. Additional items include approval of Parcel Map No. 84419, a $260,019 bus‑stop improvement contract, and routine approvals of meeting minutes and budget items.
- Appointment of two Councilmembers and one alternate to the 2028 LA28 Ad Hoc Committee
- Appointment of Councilmember Weste to fill a vacancy on the Planning Commission
- Award of a two‑year landscape‑maintenance contract to Marina Landscape Services for Zone T8 (Valencia Summit) up to $1,249,896
- Approval of Parcel Map No. 84419 for the Shadow Pines/Tick Canyon area
- Adoption of a No Overnight Parking zone on Ruether Avenue south of Centre Pointe Parkway
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council Committee - Public Safety Committee Meeting
The City Council Public Safety Committee will hold a special meeting on September 20, 2024, to discuss a public safety update. The update will cover local crime rates and trends. The meeting is a working session for discussion only, with no formal actions scheduled.
- Public Safety Update – discussion of local crime rates and trends
Tourism Marketing District Advisory Board - Special Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a residential lot subdivision and a new wireless facility. The board will also continue a public hearing for the Riverview development project.
- Subdivision of one residential lot into three at Warmuth Road and Triumph Avenue
- Installation of a 60-foot-tall faux monotree wireless facility east of Heron Lane in Fair Oaks Ranch
- Continued hearing for Riverview: 318 residential units and a 127,000 square-foot light manufacturing building
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The commission will first approve the minutes from its July 16, 2024 meeting. It will then hold public hearings to adopt resolutions for a three‑lot residential subdivision on Warmuth Road & Triumph Avenue and for a 60‑foot faux‑monotree wireless communications facility in Fair Oaks Ranch. Finally, the commission will continue the hearing on the Riverview development, which proposes 318 residential units, a 127,000‑sq‑ft light‑manufacturing building, and a subdivision into five parcels.
- Approve the minutes of the July 16, 2024 Planning Commission meeting.
- Adopt Resolution P24-13 approving Master Case 22-151, including Tentative Parcel Map 22-003 to subdivide one parcel on Warmuth Road & Triumph Avenue into three residential lots.
- Adopt Resolution P24-14 approving Master Case 24-063, including Conditional Use Permit 24-003 to install a 60‑foot faux‑monotree wireless communications facility east of Heron Lane in Fair Oaks Ranch.
- Continue the public hearing on Master Case 21-205 (Riverview), which includes 318 residential units, an approximately 127,000‑sq‑ft light‑manufacturing building, and a tentative map to create five parcels.
Arts Commission - Regular Meeting
The Arts Commission is meeting to appoint commissioners to a selection committee for civic art at Via Princessa Park and a peer review panel for the 2025 Arts Grants Program. The body will also review a researched summary regarding creative business incentives from the Arts Master Plan.
- Appointment of one commissioner to the Via Princessa Park civic art Artist Selection Committee
- Appointment of one commissioner to the 2025 Arts Grants Program Peer Review Panel
- Review of creative business incentives (Arts Master Plan Recommendations 2.5 and 5.2)
- Approval of July 11, 2024 meeting minutes
City Council - Regular Meeting
The Santa Clarita City Council will consider approving construction contracts for the Santa Clarita Sports Complex restroom renovation and the Orchard Village Road pedestrian and bicycle facility. The Council will also discuss the 2028 Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games and approve the purchase of 242 acres of open space.
- Award contract for Santa Clarita Sports Complex restroom renovation ($224,970)
- Award contract for Orchard Village Road pedestrian and bicycle facility ($568,997)
- Purchase 242.44 acres of open space for $1,093,255
- Approve pavement management system update contract ($111,645)
- Discuss 2028 Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games
The City Council approved a memorandum of understanding with Blue Ox Holdings, LLC, regarding the future submittal of the Sunridge Specific Plan, a 980-acre development project. The vote was 3-1, with Councilmember McLean dissenting. The Council also unanimously approved creating an LA28 ad hoc committee and approved the consent calendar, which included several contracts and property acquisitions.
- Approved Sunridge Specific Plan MOU with Blue Ox Holdings (3-1)
- Created LA28 ad hoc committee (unanimous)
- Approved consent calendar (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of August 27, 2024 meeting
- Approved Check Register No. 18
- Adopted amended resolution for state grant funding (Resolution No. 24-63)
- Awarded $224,970 contract to 3M Construction for Sports Complex restroom renovation
- Approved purchase of 242.44 acres for $1,093,255
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council - Study Session
The Santa Clarita City Council held a special study session to review the 2025 Arts Commission Work Plan and the 2025 Arts Commission Public Art Report. Both items were presented for the Council and Arts Commission to receive and discuss. No formal decisions or actions beyond receipt were taken.
- Review and receipt of the 2025 Arts Commission Work Plan
- Review and receipt of the 2025 Arts Commission Public Art Report
City Council - Special Meeting
The Santa Clarita City Council will convene a closed‑session meeting to hear from legal counsel about one anticipated litigation matter. The discussion is called under Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4). No other agenda items are listed for this special meeting.
- Closed‑session conference with legal counsel to consider initiation of litigation (Gov. Code 54956.9(d)(4))
Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission - Regular Meeting
The Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission will receive an overview of the past year's programming at The Cube: Ice and Entertainment Center. The discussion will cover ice sports, signature events, and non-ice activities.
- Programming overview for The Cube: Ice and Entertainment Center, including hockey, figure skating, and private events
- Approval of June 6, 2024 Regular Meeting minutes
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission will receive an overview of the past year's programming at The Cube: Ice and Entertainment Center. The discussion will cover ice sports, signature events, and non-ice activities.
- Programming overview for The Cube: Ice and Entertainment Center, including hockey, figure skating, and private events
- Approval of June 6, 2024, regular meeting minutes
City Council - Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing to decide on appeals regarding the Promenade Flats Mixed-Use Project at 26111-26135 Bouquet Canyon Road. The body will also consider several contracts for city services and infrastructure projects.
- Public hearing on Appeals 24-003 and 24-004 for the Promenade Flats Mixed-Use Project
- Contract increase for Dudek for Wiley Canyon Development Project EIR up to $368,720
- One-year marketing contract for Tourism Marketing District with Lundmark Advertising + Design up to $357,000
- Purchase of EZ Liner TS-AL150 truck-mounted paint striper for up to $288,755
- Up to $80,000 reimbursement to property owner at 16207 Valley Ranch Road for Sand Canyon Trail project
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing to decide on an appeal of the Promenade Flats Mixed-Use Project. The Council is asked to deny the appeal and affirm the Planning Commission's decision to approve the project, which involves constructing a mixed-use building at 26111-26135 Bouquet Canyon Road.
- Public hearing on Promenade Flats Mixed-Use Project appeal
- Approval of regular and special meeting minutes
- Check Register Nos. 15, 16, and 17 for payment ratification
- Contract increase for Wiley Canyon Development Project EIR to $368,720
- Award of Tourism Marketing District advertising contract to Lundmark Advertising + Design
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council - Special Meeting
The City Council will consider whether to hold the November 5, 2024 general municipal election for District 3 or to cancel it and appoint the sole nominee, Jason Gibbs, to the four‑year council seat. Staff notes that appointing the nominee would save approximately $120,000 in election costs. The council will receive a presentation and may adopt a resolution to confirm the appointment and cancel the election.
- Decision on District 3 election: hold election or appoint Jason Gibbs
- Potential cost savings of $120,000 if the election is canceled
- Presentation by City Clerk Mary Cusick on the matter
- Resolution No. 24‑___ appointing Jason Gibbs and canceling the November 5, 2024 election
- Cancellation of the scheduled District 3 election would eliminate election expenses
City Council - Special Meeting
The City Council will hold a closed‑session meeting to review the existing litigation City of Santa Clarita v. Canyon View Limited et al. (LASC Case No. PC058773, Appellate Court Case No. B320230). No other agenda items are listed. The meeting is called by Mayor Cameron Smyth and certified by City Clerk Mary Cusick.
- Closed‑session review of City of Santa Clarita v. Canyon View Limited et al. lawsuit (LASC Case No. PC058773, Appellate Court Case No. B320230)
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The City Council is convening a special meeting on August 19, 2024. The meeting is scheduled for the purpose of holding a closed session to discuss existing litigation.
- Closed session regarding City of Santa Clarita v. Canyon View Limited et al. (LASC Case No. PC058773, Appellate Court Case No. B320230)
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Santa Clarita Planning Commission will approve the minutes from its June 18 meeting. It will hold a public hearing and adopt a resolution to approve Tentative Parcel Map 84435, subdividing the 9.93‑acre Old Orchard Center commercial lot into two lots at the northwest corner of Lyons Avenue and Orchard Village Road. The commission will also hear the Riverview master case, a mixed residential‑industrial proposal, and will continue the meeting to a later date.
- Approve minutes of the June 18, 2024 Planning Commission meeting.
- Adopt Resolution P24-12 to approve Tentative Parcel Map 84435 for Old Orchard Center, splitting the 9.93‑acre lot into two commercial parcels (Assessor’s Parcel Numbers 2856-011-207 through -211 and 2856-011-216).
- Find Master Case 24-052 (Old Orchard Center) exempt from CEQA review as a Class 1 categorical exemption.
- Conduct public hearing on Riverview master case 21-205, a project with 318 residential units and an approximately 127,000 sq ft light‑manufacturing building.
- Continue the meeting on the Riverview item to a date certain.
Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission - Study Session
This study session is for commissioners and staff to informally discuss major issues. The commission will participate in site visits of specific programs and facilities.
- Site visit: Valencia Community Center
- Site visit: Valencia Glen Park
- Site visit: Newhall Community Center
- Site visit: Bouquet Canyon Park
- Site visit: The Cube: Ice and Entertainment Center
Arts Commission - Regular Meeting
The Arts Commission will meet to consider approving the 2025 Work Plan for recommendation to the City Council. The commission will also review the 2025 Public Art Report and receive an overview of the 2024 Business for Artists Conference.
- Approval of the 2025 Arts Commission Work Plan
- Review of the 2025 Public Art Report
- Overview of the 2024 Business for Artists Conference
- Approval of June 13, 2024, meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council Committee - Development Committee Meeting
The Development Committee will receive a presentation and update on the Sunridge Project. This special meeting is a working session for City Councilmembers and staff to discuss major issues.
- Presentation and update on the Sunridge Project
City Council - Regular Meeting
The City Council will discuss the transfer of ownership and operations for William S. Hart Regional Park from Los Angeles County to the City. The meeting also includes reviewing options for the Central Park River of Lights project and approving several service contracts.
- Transfer of William S. Hart Regional Park with $394,706 in total appropriations
- Five-year managed print services contract up to $839,672
- Two-year backflow prevention maintenance contract not to exceed $490,744
- Construction contract award for Central Park River of Lights project
- Zoning map amendment for the Town Center Specific Plan
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission - Regular Meeting
The City Council Development Committee will hold a special working meeting to receive an update on the Sunridge Project. The committee intends to review and discuss the presentation provided by staff.
- Sunridge Project presentation and update
Arts Commission - Study Session
The Arts Commission will hold a study session to review the 2025 Arts Commission Work Plan. This presentation is intended for commissioners and staff to informally discuss major issues.
- Review of the 2025 Arts Commission Work Plan
City Council - Regular Meeting
The City Council will consider adopting the Fiscal Year 2024-25 annual operating budget and capital improvement program. The agenda also includes a public hearing for the Town Center Specific Plan in Valencia. Additionally, the Council will review fee adjustments and insurance renewals.
- Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2024-25 annual operating budget and capital improvement program
- Approval of the 111-acre Town Center Specific Plan in Valencia
- A $500,000 grant to Family Promise of Santa Clarita Valley for a Newhall Avenue housing project
- Renewal of the five-year municipal law enforcement services agreement with Los Angeles County
- Renewal of city insurance coverage including $2,830,334 in general liability and property premiums
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council - Special Meeting
The City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct a closed session with legal counsel. This session involves discussing two matters of anticipated litigation. No other substantive items are scheduled for the open session.
- Closed session regarding two matters of anticipated litigation
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding an appeal of the approved Promenade Flats Mixed-Use Project. The commission will also continue a public hearing for the Wiley Canyon Mixed Use Project, which includes senior living and multi-family units.
- Appeal of the Promenade Flats Mixed-Use Project (Master Case 21-086)
- Continued public hearing for the Wiley Canyon Mixed Use Project (Master Case 20-238)
- Approval of the June 4, 2024, Planning Commission meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Tourism Marketing District Advisory Board - Special Meeting
The Tourism Marketing District Advisory Board will hold a special meeting to discuss several topics. The agenda includes discussions on the summer trolley, an events calendar, and a recap of IPW and TEAMS. The board will also review the economic development manager's report and upcoming meeting dates.
- Discussion regarding Summer Trolley
- Review of Events Calendar
- IPW and TEAMS recap discussion
- Economic Development Managers Report
- Future meeting schedule for September 17 and December 10
Arts Commission - Regular Meeting
The commission will receive a presentation on a proposed program for pop-up and mobile museum experiences in outdoor hub spaces. The concept involves a multi-event series at William S. Hart Park held three times per year. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the May 9, 2024, meeting.
- Presentation on pop-up and mobile museum experiences in outdoor spaces
- Approval of May 9, 2024, regular meeting minutes
- Arts Spotlight: Olive Branch Theatricals
- Arts Star: The Egg Plantation
City Council - Regular Meeting
The City Council will conduct a public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-25 Annual Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Program. The agenda also includes an ordinance introduction regarding stormwater pollution fees and several contract approvals.
- Public hearing for the FY 2024-25 Annual Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Program
- Ordinance introduction for FY 2024-25 Stormwater Pollution Prevention Fee rates
- Five-year contract with Clean Energy for CNG fueling stations up to $1,526,817
- City Hall parking lot repair contract modification of $355,000
- Landscape maintenance contracts for LMD Zones T23, T23A, and T23B
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council - Special Meeting
The City Council will hold a closed session to discuss one matter of anticipated litigation. No other items are scheduled for discussion in an open session.
- Closed session regarding anticipated litigation
Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission - Regular Meeting
The Commission will receive a presentation regarding summer 2024 programming highlights from staff. This overview includes new and returning activities at city pools, parks, and community centers. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the May 2, 2024, regular meeting.
- Overview of Summer 2024 recreation and community services programming
- Approval of May 2, 2024, meeting minutes
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Planning Commission will review the Draft Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Capital Improvement Program to ensure consistency with the City's General Plan. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from the May 21, 2024, meeting.
- Review of Draft Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Capital Improvement Program
- Approval of May 21, 2024, regular meeting minutes
City Council Committee - Public Safety Committee Meeting
The Public Safety Committee will review an update on local public safety, including crime rates and trends. The meeting is structured as a working session for informal discussion between council members and staff, with no formal vote scheduled. No contracts, ordinances, or fee changes are listed on this agenda.
- Review of local public safety update covering crime rates and trends.
Santa Clarita Public Television Authority - Regular Meeting
The Santa Clarita Public Television Authority is considering a new two-year management services agreement with SCVTV for $342,000 in year one and $349,000 in year two, contingent on City Council funding. It will also consider a lease for public studio space at 22505 14th Street through March 31, 2025, with a month-to-month option at $6,121.93 per month. The board will also approve minutes from the October 30, 2023 meeting.
- Approve two-year SCVTV management agreement totaling $342,000 (FY 2024-25) and $349,000 (FY 2025-26)
- Authorize lease with Dachi Enterprises for 3,542 sq ft studio at 22505 14th St, $6,121.93/month after March 2025
- Approve minutes of October 30, 2023 regular meeting
- SCVTV to provide engineering and system integration for move to Citrus Building at 26330 Citrus St
City Council - Regular Meeting
The Santa Clarita City Council will hold a public hearing on expanding the Tourism Marketing District's benefit zone to include newly constructed hotels, and will consider consent items including road maintenance contracts, a transit software deal, and state legislation positions.
- Public hearing to amend Tourism Marketing District benefit zone to add new hotels
- Award $3.27M overlay contract to Toro Enterprises and $6.53M to Sully-Miller for road work
- Award $551,127 three-year transit software contract to Connexionz
- Approve $460,519 contract increase for Princessa Crossroads EIR
- Adopt positions on state bills: support AB 1990 and SB 1416, oppose AB 1886, AB 2243, SB 937, SB 1037
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Santa Clarita Planning Commission will hold a continued public hearing on the Town Center Specific Plan, a 111-acre mixed-use development in Valencia, and may recommend certification of its environmental impact report and approval of the plan. The commission will also hold a public hearing on a tentative parcel map to subdivide an existing industrial building at 26332 Ferry Court into two airspace condominium parcels. The agenda includes approval of the April 16, 2024 meeting minutes.
- Town Center Specific Plan (Master Case 22-105) – continued public hearing; possible adoption of Resolutions P24-09 and P24-10 to recommend certification of the Draft Final EIR and approval of the plan
- Ferry Court Industrial Building Tentative Parcel Map (Master Case 23-210) – public hearing to subdivide 26332 Ferry Court into two airspace condominium parcels; possible adoption of Resolution P24-07
- Approval of April 16, 2024 regular meeting minutes
- Public participation for items not on the agenda
Santa Clarita Public Television Authority - Regular Meeting
The Santa Clarita Planning Commission will hold a continued public hearing on the Town Center Specific Plan, a 111-acre mixed-use project in Valencia, and will consider recommending certification of its environmental impact report and approval of the plan. The commission will also hold a public hearing on a tentative parcel map to create two airspace condominium parcels at an existing industrial building on Ferry Court. The meeting includes approval of the April 16, 2024, minutes and public comment on non-agenda items.
- Town Center Specific Plan (Master Case 22-105): 111-acre mixed-use project in Valencia; commission to consider resolutions recommending EIR certification and plan approval
- Ferry Court Industrial Building (Master Case 23-210): tentative parcel map to create two airspace condominium parcels at 26332 Ferry Court; CEQA Class 1 exemption proposed
- Approval of April 16, 2024, Planning Commission minutes
- Public participation for items not on the agenda
City Council Committee - Legislative Committee Meeting
The Legislative Committee is recommending that the City Council oppose Assembly Bill 1886, which would let the state or a court determine whether a city's Housing Element is compliant with state housing law. The city argues this would interfere with local land-use authority and cites its own lengthy review process with HCD. The committee will vote on this recommendation at the meeting.
- Recommendation to oppose Assembly Bill 1886
- AB 1886 would shift housing element compliance determination to HCD or courts
- City cites 2-year HCD review process with multiple revisions
- Bill passed Assembly Appropriations Committee 11-0-4 on May 8, 2024
- Opponents include League of California Cities and several other cities
City Council - Special Meeting
The Santa Clarita City Council is holding a special meeting primarily to enter closed session for two purposes: negotiating the price and terms for the purchase of approximately 8.9 acres east of I-5, and discussing labor negotiations with both represented and unrepresented employees. No public decisions are scheduled; the meeting is limited to these closed-session items.
- Closed session: real property negotiation for 8.9 acres east of I-5 (APNs 2866-007-078, 2866-007-079, 286-007-080) with The Newhall Land and Farming Company
- Closed session: labor negotiations with unrepresented employees (all positions not in SEIU Local 721)
- Closed session: labor negotiations with represented employees (SEIU Local 721)
City Council - Regular Meeting
The Santa Clarita City Council will hold public hearings on adjusting the Consolidated Fire Protection District developer fee and approving the submission of the 2024-28 Consolidated Plan and 2024-25 Annual Action Plan for federal housing funds. The consent calendar includes routine items such as contract awards for road maintenance and animal services.
- Public hearing to increase fire district developer fee from $1.5499 to $1.6176 per square foot, effective July 1, 2024
- Approve submission of five-year Consolidated Plan and one-year Annual Action Plan for CDBG and HOME funds
- Award $7,714,413 contract to Toro Enterprises for Overlay B road project, plus $1,542,883 contingency
- Award $852,524 contract to American Asphalt South for Slurry Seal project, plus $170,505 contingency
- Renew animal care services contract with LA County for five years through June 30, 2029
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Arts Commission - Regular Meeting
The Santa Clarita Arts Commission will consider approving selected artists for civic art at Old Orchard Park and David March Park, and will review the 2025 Sidewalk Poetry Project. The commission will also approve minutes from the April 11 meeting and hear public comments.
- Approve artist Gail Christofferson for Old Orchard Park civic art, budget $46,000
- Approve artist Jessica Bell for David March Park civic art
- Approve Request for Proposals for 2025 Sidewalk Poetry Project
- Approve minutes of April 11, 2024 regular meeting
- Arts Spotlight: Santa Clarita Ballet Company
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Santa Clarita Arts Commission will consider approving artists selected by committees for civic art projects at Old Orchard Park and David March Park, and will also review a request for proposals for the 2025 Sidewalk Poetry Project. The commission will also approve minutes from the April 11 meeting and hear public comments on non-agenda items.
- Approve artist Gail Christofferson for Old Orchard Park civic art, budget $46,000
- Approve artist Jessica Bell for David March Park civic art
- Approve Request for Proposals for 2025 Sidewalk Poetry Project
- Approve minutes of April 11, 2024 regular meeting
City Council - Study Session
The City Council, Planning Commission, Parks Recreation and Community Services Commission, and Arts Commission will hold a joint study session to receive a presentation on the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget. The item is for review and discussion only; no adoption is scheduled at this meeting. Public comment is limited to the budget item.
- Presentation and discussion of proposed Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget
Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission - Regular Meeting
The Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission will receive a presentation on The Rink Sports Pavilion, a new recreation facility planned for the Santa Clarita Sports Complex. The presentation will cover the design, construction timeline, and programming opportunities. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from the April 4, 2024 meeting.
- Presentation on The Rink Sports Pavilion, including roller rink, basketball, pickleball, volleyball, spectator seating, DJ booth, commercial kitchen, and concession area
- Approval of April 4, 2024 regular meeting minutes
City Council Committee - Budget Committee Meeting
The City Council Budget Committee is holding a special working meeting to discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-25 Annual Budget. The only action item is to discuss and comment on the budget. Public comment is limited to one minute per speaker on this item.
- Discussion of the proposed 2024-25 Annual Budget
City Council - Regular Meeting
The Santa Clarita City Council will consider updating the Citywide Speed Hump/Cushion Program to allow individual property owners to request evaluations with 10% neighbor support, with the City handling surveys and costs. The agenda also includes routine consent items, including contracts for landscape maintenance and road improvements, and proclamations for National Volunteer Week and Arbor Day.
- Update to Speed Hump/Cushion Program: individual property owner can request evaluation with 10% support; City assumes survey and cost responsibility
- Landscape maintenance contract with Stay Green Inc. for LMD Zone 2008-1, two-year amount not to exceed $3,064,598
- Measure H funding amendment: $335,217 from LA County for Family Promise interim housing and Homeless Services Coordinator
- Construction contract for catch basin relocation at Copper Hill Drive and Newhall Ranch Road: $248,402 to Toro Enterprises, Inc., total not to exceed $273,242
- Construction contract for Circulation Improvement Program Phase III: $2,535,562 to R.C. Becker, Inc., total not to exceed $2,915,896
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council - Special Meeting
This is a special meeting with only one agenda item: a closed session for the City Council to confer with legal counsel about initiating litigation on one matter. No public decisions or discussions are scheduled, and the open session portion is limited to procedural items like roll call and the city attorney's announcement.
- Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation (one matter)
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Santa Clarita Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a proposal for a Farmer Boys drive-through restaurant at the Copperhill Shopping Center, and the Town Center Specific Plan for a 111-acre area in Valencia. The Commission will vote on the restaurant's entitlements and provide direction on the Town Center plan, continuing that hearing to May 21, 2024. The agenda also includes approval of the March 19, 2024 meeting minutes.
- Farmer Boys drive-through restaurant (2,710 sq ft) at 24525 Copper Hill Drive, with 30 parking spaces and a tandem drive-through lane
- Conditional Use Permit 23-011, Development Review 23-025, and Architectural Design Review 23-027 for the restaurant
- Town Center Specific Plan (Master Case 22-105) for a 111-acre area in Valencia, including retail, dining, entertainment, and residential uses
- Approval of minutes from the March 19, 2024 regular meeting
Arts Commission - Regular Meeting
The Santa Clarita Arts Commission will consider approving the March 14, 2024 meeting minutes and appointing one commissioner to the Artist Selection Committee for the 2025 Trailhead Art temporary public art project. The committee will develop a request for proposals for new sculptural pieces to be placed along city trails. The agenda also includes an arts spotlight on Major Impact Theatre and public comment time.
- Approve minutes of March 14, 2024 regular meeting
- Appoint one Arts Commissioner to the Artist Selection Committee for the 2025 Trailhead Art project
- Trailhead Art project will add two new sculptural pieces to the temporary collection, each removed after three years
- Public comment period for items not on the agenda
City Council - Regular Meeting
The Santa Clarita City Council will vote on several consent calendar items, including awarding a $1.38 million contract for the 2023-24 Overlay and Slurry Seal Program, approving a $476,000 HVAC upgrade contract for the Transit Maintenance Facility, and awarding a $477,839 contract for The Rink Sports Pavilion Phase I grading. The council will also consider contracts for new buses, including $719,744 for two CNG cutaway buses and one zero-emission van, and $6.13 million for four hydrogen fuel cell buses. The meeting includes a joint session with the Board of Library Trustees, a proclamation for Autism Acceptance Month, and recognition of a donation to the Steve Ioerger Open Space Preservation District.
- Award $1,382,146 contract to LCR Earthwork for Overlay A, with $276,429 contingency
- Award $476,000 contract to Pardess Air for Transit Maintenance Facility HVAC upgrades
- Award $477,839 contract to R.C. Becker & Son for The Rink Sports Pavilion Phase I grading
- Approve $719,744 for two CNG buses and one zero-emission van from Model 1 Bus Sales
- Approve $6,130,050 for four hydrogen fuel cell buses from New Flyer Corporation
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council - Special Meeting
This special meeting is entirely a closed session. The City Council will discuss real property negotiations for land west of Old Road and north of Taylor Open Space, and will confer with legal counsel about possibly initiating litigation. No public decisions are scheduled.
- Closed session: real property negotiations for Assessor's Parcels 2826-019-031 and 2826-023-014
- Negotiating parties: Daniel Regan and Lyons Canyon Development
- Closed session: anticipated litigation (one matter)
- Public comment limited to agendized items
Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission - Regular Meeting
The Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission will receive a presentation on the City's Youth Employment Services (YES) Program and Teen Engagement Programming, which have helped over 2,500 teens since 1991. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from the March 7, 2024 regular meeting. No other action items are on the agenda.
- Presentation on Youth Employment Services (YES) Program, launched in 1991, has helped over 2,500 teens
- Overview of initiatives like Tools of the Trade, Show N' Tell, and Career Pathways, which have helped over 500 youth
- Teen Career Development Symposium highlighted
- Approval of March 7, 2024 regular meeting minutes
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission will receive a presentation on the City's Youth Employment Services (YES) Program and Teen Engagement Programming. The presentation will cover the YES Program, Community Centers' Teen Programs, and the Teen Career Development Symposium. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from the March 7, 2024 regular meeting.
- Presentation on Youth Employment Services (YES) Program, launched in 1991, has helped over 2,500 teens
- Overview of Teen Programs at Community Centers, including Career Paths and Tools of the Trade
- Highlight of Teen Career Development Symposium
- Approval of minutes from March 7, 2024 regular meeting
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Santa Clarita Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to review the Wiley Canyon Mixed-Use Project, a large development proposal including senior living and apartment units. The commission is expected to receive a staff presentation on the project description and Draft Environmental Impact Report. No final decision on the project is anticipated at this meeting, as the hearing will be continued to a future date.
- Public hearing opened for Wiley Canyon Mixed-Use Project (Master Case 20-238)
- Proposal includes 130 independent living units, 61 assisted-living units, and 26 memory care beds
- Proposal includes 379 multi-family apartment units and 8,914 square feet of commercial floor area
- Staff presentation on Draft Environmental Impact Report scheduled
- Approval of minutes from the February 20, 2024 meeting
City Council Committee - Legislative Committee Meeting
The Legislative Committee will consider recommending support for two state bills: AB 2309, which would let city attorneys prosecute misdemeanors without district attorney consent, and AB 2814, which would make package theft a crime. The committee's recommendation would go to the full City Council.
- AB 2309: removes district attorney consent requirement for city attorneys to prosecute misdemeanors
- AB 2814: makes entering a home's curtilage to steal a package a misdemeanor or felony
- Staff report cites 46% of Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff's Station cases declined by DA's office since 2020 directives
- Both bills align with City's 2024 Executive and Legislative Platform on addressing AB 109, Prop 47, and Prop 57 impacts
Arts Commission - Regular Meeting
The Santa Clarita Arts Commission will decide on the artist for the civic art project at the Rink Sports Pavilion and approve artists for the 2024 Trailhead Art program. They will also review and assign commissioners to committees for the coming year. The meeting includes approval of the February 8, 2024 minutes.
- Approve Annette Coleman for the Rink Sports Pavilion civic art project
- Approve three artists for the 2024 Trailhead Art program, each with an $8,000 honorarium
- Assign Arts Commissioners to committees for the coming year
- Approve minutes of the February 8, 2024 regular meeting
City Council - Special Meeting
The Santa Clarita City Council is holding a special meeting primarily to convene a closed session to discuss existing litigation with legal counsel. The case is City of Santa Clarita v. Canyon View Limited et al., with case numbers PC058773 and B320230. No other business is scheduled.
- Closed session under Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1) for existing litigation
- Case: City of Santa Clarita v. Canyon View Limited et al. (LASC Case No. PC058773, Appellate Case No. B320230)
Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission - Regular Meeting
The Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission will receive a presentation on the City of Santa Clarita's Support for Individuals and Families with Special Needs, including its Inclusion Support Services program. The commission will also approve the minutes of the February 1, 2024 regular meeting. No votes on policy or contracts are scheduled.
- Presentation on Inclusion Support Services, including Inclusion Aides certified in Crisis Prevention Institute training
- Overview of programs: Camp Clarita, Primetime Preschool, after-school programs, contract classes, aquatics
- Signature events mentioned: Free to Be Me festival, Light up Main Street, City Cinemas
- Approval of February 1, 2024 regular meeting minutes
City Council - Study Session
The City Council is holding a study session to receive presentations from staff and New Urban West on a concept for the Sunridge Specific Plan, proposed for the Whittaker-Bermite property. This is an informal discussion to help the Council understand the proposal; no formal action is scheduled.
- Presentation on Sunridge Specific Plan concept
- Proposed by New Urban West
- Located on Whittaker-Bermite property
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Santa Clarita City Council is holding a study session to receive presentations from city staff and New Urban West on a concept for the Sunridge Specific Plan, proposed for the Whittaker-Bermite property. This is an informal discussion to help the council understand the major issues; no formal action is being taken.
- Presentation on Sunridge Specific Plan concept
- Proposed by New Urban West
- Located on Whittaker-Bermite property
- Public comment limited to one minute per speaker
Open Space Preservation District Financial Accountability and Audit Panel - Regular Meeting
The Open Space Preservation District Financial Accountability and Audit Panel will elect officers for 2024, hear a presentation from the independent auditor on the district fund audit, and review the FY 2022-23 financial statements and annual report. The panel will also consider approving the Open Space Acquisition Implementation Work Program for FY 2024-25. This is a regular meeting with public comment period.
- Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for 2024
- Presentation from independent auditor on audit of Open Space Preservation District fund
- Review and approval of FY 2022-23 financial statements and Annual Financial Report
- Approval of Open Space Acquisition Implementation Work Program for FY 2024-25
City Council - Regular Meeting
The Santa Clarita City Council will hold public hearings on a drainage benefit assessment for the Bouquet Canyon tract and the 2024-25 Community Needs Assessment Survey. The consent calendar includes contracts for park lighting, pool renovation, bridge maintenance, a transit analytics platform, and a $4.88 million Proposition 1 grant for a stormwater infiltration facility at Via Princessa Park.
- Approve $4,882,804 Proposition 1 grant agreement with Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency and California Department of Water Resources for Via Princessa Park stormwater facility
- Award $318,550 contract to Corner Keystone Construction for Skyline Ranch Park sports lighting and $525,600 to Musco Sports Lighting for equipment
- Award $332,278 contract to National Pools, Inc. for Valencia Community Center pool renovation
- Award $299,926 contract to Slater Waterproofing, Inc. for Paseo Bridge maintenance and painting
- Award $374,988 contract to TransSIGHT for transit business intelligence platform
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council Committee - Public Safety Committee Meeting
The Santa Clarita City Council Public Safety Committee is holding a special meeting to receive an update on local public safety, including crime rates and trends. The committee will discuss the item, and public comment is limited to this topic.
- Public safety update on crime rates and trends
Arts Commission - Study Session
The Santa Clarita Arts Commission is holding a study session to review the Public Art Planning and Selection Process Review. This is a discussion item, with no final decision expected. Public comment is limited to this item.
- Presentation and review of the Public Art Planning and Selection Process Review
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Santa Clarita Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three items: a new two-story home on Triumph Road, an AT&T wireless facility on an existing SCE tower, and a tentative parcel map to subdivide one commercial lot into nine for Centre Pointe Village. The commission will also elect a chairperson and vice chairperson and approve the January 16, 2024 meeting minutes.
- New 3,949 sq ft two-story home on 5-acre vacant lot on Triumph Road (APN 2841-023-085), requiring Hillside Development Review, Administrative Permit, and Oak Tree Permit
- AT&T wireless facility on existing Southern California Edison lattice tower north of Grace Baptist Church, east of San Francisquito Canyon Road (APN 3244-032-020)
- Tentative Parcel Map 84315 to subdivide one commercial lot into nine lots for Centre Pointe Village at 26501 Carl Boyer Drive (APN 2836-016-044)
- Election of chairperson and vice chairperson
- Approval of January 16, 2024 meeting minutes
City Council - Special Meeting
This is a special meeting of the Santa Clarita City Council, held entirely in closed session to discuss legal matters and real estate negotiations. The council will confer with legal counsel on existing and anticipated litigation, including a claim against the city, and will negotiate terms for specific parcels of property. No public action is scheduled.
- Closed session on City of Santa Clarita v. County of Los Angeles (LASC Case No. 22STCP01395)
- Closed session on anticipated litigation related to Gloria Johnson v. City of Grants Pass, Oregon (USSC Case No. 23-175)
- Closed session on a claim by Mazzy Peacock against the City of Santa Clarita (Claim 23-43)
- Closed session on real property negotiations for Assessor's Parcel Nos. 2833-001-087; 2833-004-097; 2833-005-011-014; and 2833-005-902-904, and Lyons Avenue
City Council - Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss modifying approval conditions for the Vista Canyon project. The discussion includes transitioning the construction of the Vista Canyon Road Bridge to the City due to developer financial difficulties.
- Public hearing to eliminate developer conditions for the Vista Canyon Road Bridge
- Authorization of up to $999,661 to acquire bridge design plans and specifications
- Proposed $1,100,000 loan from the General Fund to the Eastside Bridge & Thoroughfare District Fund
- Acceptance of the Water Factory facility and related easements from Vista Canyon Ranch, LLC
- Award of $598,453 for concrete rehabilitation and ADA access ramp construction
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council Committee - Legislative Committee Meeting
The Santa Clarita Legislative Committee will consider recommending support for four state bills targeting organized retail theft: SB 928, AB 1772, AB 1779, and AB 1802. These bills would extend or expand penalties for theft, allow local prosecutors to handle cross-jurisdictional theft cases, and extend the California Highway Patrol's organized retail crime task force. The committee's recommendations would go to the full City Council.
- SB 928 (Niello): Extends indefinitely special sentences for organized retail theft as misdemeanor or felony.
- AB 1772 (Ramos): Allows repeat theft offenders with two or more prior theft-related convictions to be charged with a felony; requires voter approval.
- AB 1779 (Irwin): Expands jurisdiction for local prosecutors to prosecute thefts across jurisdictions, not just the Attorney General.
- AB 1802 (Jones-Sawyer): Extends to Jan 1, 2031, the sunset for organized retail theft sentences and the CHP task force; notes $30.7 million recovered and 1,250 arrests since task force inception.
Arts Commission - Regular Meeting
The Santa Clarita Arts Commission will receive an overview of the Arts Grants program, including rating processes and future approaches, and will appoint a commissioner to the Artist Selection Committee for the 2025 Sidewalk Poetry project. They will also get an overview of 2024 city events. The meeting includes routine items like electing officers and approving minutes.
- Overview of Arts Grants program, including rating process and potential future approaches
- Appointment of one Arts Commissioner to the 2025 Sidewalk Poetry Artist Selection Committee
- Overview of 2024 events including SENSES Block Party, Cowboy Festival, Concerts in the Park, and Fourth of July fireworks
- Approval of January 11, 2024 meeting minutes
- Election of officers
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Arts Commission will review the Arts Grants program to discuss potential future funding models and rating processes. The body will also appoint a commissioner to the 2025 Sidewalk Poetry project committee and receive an overview of 2024 city-sponsored events.
- Review of Arts Grants program and Santa Clarita Arts Master Plan recommendations
- Appointment of one Arts Commissioner to the 2025 Sidewalk Poetry project Artist Selection Committee
- Overview of 2024 events including SENSES Block Party, Cowboy Festival, and Concerts in the Park
- Approval of the January 11, 2024, regular meeting minutes
City Council - Study Session
The City Council, Planning Commission, Parks/Recreation/Community Services Commission, and Arts Commission will hold a joint study session to receive a presentation on the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget. This is an informal discussion to understand the budget before formal adoption later in the year. Public comments are limited to the budget item.
- Presentation on proposed FY 2024-25 budget
- Joint meeting of City Council and three commissions
- Public comment period for budget item (3 minutes per speaker)
Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission - Regular Meeting
The Commission will review a request for a new sign at Veterans Historical Plaza and receive an update on playground upgrades. Staff will also present planned amenities for the upcoming Skyline Ranch Park and Valencia Community Center.
- Veterans Historical Plaza signage request by Eagle Scout Ron-Paul Tamayo
- Playground upgrades at Bouquet Canyon, Valencia Glen, and Northbridge Parks
- Planned amenities for Skyline Ranch Park including tennis and basketball courts
- Planned amenities for Valencia Community Center including an indoor pool
City Council Committee - Budget Committee Meeting
The Santa Clarita City Council Budget Committee will hold a special working meeting to discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-25 Annual Budget. The committee, consisting of up to two City Council members and staff, will informally discuss major budget issues and take public comment on the item. No formal action is scheduled; the recommended action is to discuss and comment.
- Discussion of the proposed FY 2024-25 Annual Budget
City Council - Regular Meeting
The Santa Clarita City Council will hold a joint regular meeting with the Board of Library Trustees, addressing new business items including annual council committee appointments and a decision on whether to adopt Los Angeles County's new gun and ammunition dealer licensing regulations. The consent calendar includes routine approvals such as meeting minutes, a check register, the FY 2022-23 financial report, and several contracts and grants.
- Discussion on adopting or declining LA County's gun and ammunition dealer ordinance
- Contract amendment with SoftwareOne, Inc. for Microsoft licenses, increasing expenditure authority by $72,754 to $213,637
- Award of $270,000 three-year contract to CentralSquare Technologies for false alarm and noise disturbance management
- Approval of $199,045 in 2024 Community Services and Arts Grants
- Award of $418,593 construction contract to Toro Enterprises for Newhall Ranch Road and Bouquet Canyon Road intersection improvements
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council - Special Meeting
The Santa Clarita City Council is holding a special meeting primarily to enter closed session to discuss existing litigation against the County of Los Angeles (Case No. 22STCP01395). No public action or decision is scheduled; the meeting is limited to this legal discussion.
- Closed session: conference with legal counsel on existing litigation (City of Santa Clarita v. County of Los Angeles, LASC Case No. 22STCP01395)
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Santa Clarita Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a proposal by Mister Car Wash to build a 5,431-square-foot automated car wash near Bouquet Canyon Road and Newhall Ranch Road, and a request to subdivide a 19.87-acre parcel into four residential lots. The commission will also vote on approving the minutes from the September 19, 2023 meeting.
- Mister Car Wash: new 5,431 sq ft automated car wash at southeast corner of Bouquet Canyon Rd and Newhall Ranch Rd (APN 2849-001-031)
- Tentative Parcel Map 80287: subdivision of 19.87-acre parcel (APN 2841-018-071) into four residential lots
- CEQA exemption for car wash under Class 3 categorical exemption (Section 15303)
- Mitigated Negative Declaration for the subdivision
- Approval of minutes from September 19, 2023 regular meeting
Arts Commission - Regular Meeting
The Santa Clarita Arts Commission will decide on two main items: approving the final 10 poems for the 2024 Sidewalk Poetry Project and supporting the Peer Review Panel's funding recommendations for the 2024 Arts Grants Program. The commission will also approve the minutes from the December 14, 2023 meeting and hear public comments on non-agenda items.
- Approve 10 selected poems for 2024 Sidewalk Poetry Project, each poet receiving $150 honorarium
- Support $99,500 in arts grants to 18 organizations, including $7,500 for Santa Clarita Presents category
- Approve minutes of December 14, 2023 regular meeting
- Public comment period for items not on the agenda
City Council - Regular Meeting
The Santa Clarita City Council will fill an unscheduled vacancy on the Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission, and consider several routine consent items including contracts for pool chemicals, wireless services, and economic development support. The meeting also includes a proclamation for Martin Luther King Jr. Day and an annual update from the economic development corporation.
- Appoint resident to Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission vacancy (term ends Dec 31, 2026)
- Ratify emergency agreement with SilverRide, Inc. and terminate local emergency related to bus drivers' strike
- Renew contract with Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Corporation for $240,000 annually for FY 2024-25 through FY 2026-27
- Award 17-month pool chemicals contract to HASA, Inc. for up to $587,748
- Approve T-Mobile wireless contract up to $225,000 per year
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission - Regular Meeting
The City Council will consider several administrative and service contracts, including pool chemicals and wireless data services. The meeting also includes a joint session with the Board of Library Trustees and the appointment of a new member to the Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission.
- Appointment of a resident to the Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission through December 31, 2026
- Renewal of Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Corporation contract at $240,000 annually for three years
- New 17-month pool chemicals contract with HASA, Inc. not to exceed $587,748
- T-Mobile wireless services contract not to exceed $225,000 per year
- Initiation of proceedings for the Bouquet Canyon Drainage Benefit Assessment Area