Laguna Hills public meetings in 2023

City Council / Planning Agency

The City Council will reorganize its leadership by electing a Mayor and Mayor Pro Tempore. The body will also consider several contracts for IT services, waste management, and city facility improvements.

• Election of Mayor and Mayor Pro Tempore
• IT support services agreement with Abtech Technologies, Inc. not to exceed $415,125.00
• Establishment of a residential permit parking area in the Mandeville neighborhood
• Warrant Register ratification for the period of Nov 3 to Nov 30, 2023, in the amount of $1,689,978.82
• Authorization to solicit proposals for residential and commercial solid waste and recycling services

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Commission will meet to approve minutes from the October 4, 2023, meeting. The body is also scheduled to receive and file an administrative report regarding general park improvements.

• Update on CIP 214, General Park Improvements

Traffic Commission

The Commission will review a multiway stop control analysis and a proposed marked crosswalk installation on San Remo Drive. They will also consider recommending a new residential permit parking area for the Mandeville neighborhood.

• Santa Vittoria Drive and San Remo Drive Multiway Stop Control Warrant Analysis
• San Remo Drive and Pesaro marked crosswalk, ADA curb ramp, and RRFB System installation
• Establishment of a Residential Permit Parking Area for Mandeville Drive, Santa Rosa Avenue, Alta Loma Court, and Sundance Avenue

City Council / Planning Agency

The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a closed session. The body will discuss the annual performance review of the City Manager and meet with a labor negotiator regarding the City Manager.

• Annual performance review of City Manager Jarad Hildenbrand
• Conference with labor negotiator regarding City Manager Jarad Hildenbrand

City Council / Planning Agency

The City Council and Planning Agency will meet to discuss park funding, city manager compensation, and transportation grants. The body is also reviewing investment policies and a proposal for a memorial monument.

• Appropriation of $2,053,640.48 in Quimby Act Park In-Lieu funds for Capital Improvement Project No. 241 (General Park Renovations)
• Ratification of Warrant Register for October 13, 2023, to November 2, 2023, in the amount of $466,752.91
• Grant application to OCTA for the Paseo De Valencia - Moulton Parkway Confluence Bypass Corridor signal synchronization project
• Consideration of compensation for the City Manager
• Discussion of a permanent monument memorializing Lewis and Nellie Gail Moulton

City Council / Planning Agency

The City Council and Planning Agency will address several administrative items, including a new informal bidding ordinance and a contract for school crossing guards. The Planning Agency will hold a public hearing regarding a master sign program for Laguna Hills Plaza.

• Proposed three-year contract for school crossing guard services with All City Management Services, Inc. not to exceed $457,152
• Proposed ordinance adding Chapter 3-36 to the Municipal Code for informal bidding on public projects
• Public hearing for Master Sign Program at Laguna Hills Plaza located at 24901 Alicia Parkway
• Budget amendment of $15,500 for the purchase of a new electric cart
• Ratification of October 24, 2023, Warrant Register in the amount of $1,403,275.65

City Council / Planning Agency

The City Council and Planning Agency will discuss infrastructure projects, administrative fines, and a sign program amendment for a new coffee shop. The body is also reviewing a draft Local Hazard Mitigation Plan and updates to agenda-setting policies.

• Sign program amendment for Better Buzz Coffee at 25252 La Paz Road
• Ratification of Warrant Register in the amount of $266,174.10
• Amendment to administrative citation fines for sidewalk vending
• Grant application to OCTA for Paseo De Valencia - Moulton Parkway corridor
• Professional Services Agreement with Jamey Clark, Inc. for playground safety inspections

City Council / Planning Agency

The City Council is convening a special meeting to enter a closed session. The body will meet with legal counsel to discuss one potential case regarding anticipated litigation.

• Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to receive updates on the Park Quality Control Program and proposed project and budget items. The body will also review post-event reports for Heritage Day, Movies in the Park, and the Summer Concert Series.

• Park Quality Control Program update
• Update on proposed project and budget items
• 2023 Heritage Day post event report
• 2023 Movies in the Park and Summer Concert Series post event report
• Approval of August 2, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council / Planning Agency

The City Council and Planning Agency will meet to discuss local administrative matters and public services. The Planning Agency will hold a public hearing regarding a sign program for a plaza on Alicia Parkway. The City Council will also review a warrant register and a proposed policy amendment.

• Public hearing for Master Sign Program at Laguna Hills Plaza (24901 Alicia Parkway)
• Ratification of September 26, 2023, Warrant Register in the amount of $1,608,955.08
• Proposed amendment to City Council Policy No. 120
• Homeless outreach update from Mercy House Chief Program Officer Timothy Huynh
• Presentation on new CivicRec recreation software and CivicPlus City website

Traffic Commission

The Traffic Commission will meet to receive a report on the Residential Permit Parking Program. The body will also consider approving the minutes from the July 19, 2023 meeting.

• Residential Permit Parking Program Overview report
• Approval of July 19, 2023 meeting minutes
• Sheriff's Department verbal report

City Council / Planning Agency

The City Council and Planning Agency will hold a special meeting to conduct a workshop. The body will receive a staff presentation and discuss Objective Design Standards.

• Objective Design Standards Study Session

The City Council/Planning Agency received a presentation on the Objective Design Standards study from Andrew Watkins of JZMK Partners. Council and agency members discussed the presentation and gave comments to staff. No motions, votes, or approvals were recorded. A public comment was made by Phil Mader requesting a meeting about a potential development in North Laguna Hills.

City Council / Planning Agency

The City Council and Planning Agency will consider a new regulatory program and fee schedule for sidewalk vending. The body is also deciding on several public works contracts and sign programs for local businesses.

• Award of $607,850 contract to CT&T Concrete Paving, Inc. for citywide sidewalk repairs
• Adoption of Ordinance adding Chapter 4-48 to establish a Sidewalk Vending Regulatory Program
• Ratification of Warrant Register for August 11 to August 31, 2023, in the amount of $1,551,036.65
• Public hearing for Master Sign Program for MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center at 24401 Calle De La Louisa
• Public hearing for Master Sign Program amendment for Better Buzz Coffee Shop at 25252 La Paz Road

The City Council approved a contract for citywide sidewalk repairs and established a new regulatory program and fee schedule for sidewalk vending. The Planning Agency approved a master sign program for the MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center Women’s Health Pavilion.

• Approved $607,850 sidewalk repair contract with CT&T Concrete Paving, Inc. (4-1)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2023-4 establishing a Sidewalk Vending Regulatory Program (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-09-12-1 establishing sidewalk vending permit fees (Unanimous)
• Approved Holiday Lighting and Decorations Agreement with The Christmas Kings (Unanimous)
• Approved $12,500 final payment for Phase XI Water Quality Project (Unanimous)
• Awarded Professional Services Agreement for Cloud GIS Services to Nobel Systems, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved Master Sign Program for Women’s Health Pavilion at 24401 Calle De La Louisa (Unanimous)
• Ratified September 12, 2023, Warrant Register for $1,551,036.65 (Unanimous)

City Council / Planning Agency

The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a workshop. The body will discuss potential communication and public relations strategies, policies, and good practices for the City of Laguna Hills.

• Communication and Public Relations Workshop

The City Council conducted a workshop to discuss communication and public relations strategies, policies, and practices. No formal decisions or votes were recorded during this session.

City Council / Planning Agency

The City Council and Planning Agency will discuss establishing a sidewalk vending program and a sign program for a medical center. The Council is also reviewing several office leases and a budget transfer for community center improvements.

• Proposed ordinance establishing a Sidewalk Vending Regulatory Program
• Master Sign Program for MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center at 24401 Calle De La Louisa
• Ratification of Warrant Register from June 30 to August 10, 2023, for $3,271,066.37
• Budget transfer of $56,487 for Community Center & Sports Complex Improvements (CIP No. 237)
• Office lease agreements for 24031 El Toro Road with the Senate Rules Committee and Koorosh Hosn, D.D.S.

The City Council approved two office leases at the Civic Center and a budget transfer for community center improvements. The Council also introduced a first reading of an ordinance to establish a sidewalk vending regulatory program. The Planning Agency continued a public hearing regarding a sign program for MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center.

• Approved lease with Senate Rules Committee for 24031 El Toro Road, Suite 201 (Unanimous)
• Approved lease amendment with Koorosh Hosn, D.D.S. for 24031 El Toro Road, Suite 230 (Unanimous)
• Approved Contract Change Order No. 4 for Community Center & Sports Complex and transferred $56,487 to CIP No. 237 (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-08-22-1 authorizing funding for 3rd Battalion, 5th Marines, 1st Division Support Committee (Unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to sign response letter to Orange County Grand Jury Report on group homes (Unanimous)
• Ratified Warrant Register from June 30 to August 10, 2023, in the amount of $3,271,066.37 (Unanimous)
• Introduced first reading of Ordinance adding Chapter 4-48 (Sidewalk Vending) to Municipal Code (Unanimous)
• Continued public hearing for MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center sign program to September 12, 2023 (Unanimous)

City Council / Planning Agency

The City Council is holding a special meeting to convene in closed session. The body will meet with legal counsel to discuss a potential case involving a notice of litigation from the Law Offices of Michelle R. Jackson.

• Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding alleged violation of the California Voting Rights Act

City Council / Planning Agency

The City Council convened a special meeting and entered a closed session to discuss anticipated litigation regarding the California Voting Rights Act. The City Attorney reported that no reportable action was taken.

City Council / Planning Agency

The City Council is holding a special meeting to convene into closed session. The body will meet with legal counsel to discuss anticipated litigation involving a notice from the Law Offices of Michelle R. Jackson.

• Closed session regarding potential litigation alleging violation of the California Voting Rights Act

The City Council convened a special meeting and entered a closed session to discuss anticipated litigation. City Attorney Simonian reported that no reportable action was taken. The meeting was adjourned at 3:54 p.m.

Traffic Commission

The Traffic Commission voted to recommend changes to the time-based parking zone on Paseo de Valencia to City Council. The commission also elected a new Chair and Vice Chair and approved previous meeting minutes.

• Elected Michael Caputo as Chair (Unanimous)
• Elected Neel Patel as Vice Chair (Unanimous)
• Approved March 15, 2023 minutes (Unanimous)
• Recommended to City Council changing parking on northerly side of Paseo de Valencia, east of Valencia Elementary School, to allow parking 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Mon-Fri and temporary signage for 15 minimum school days 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. (3-1)

City Council / Planning Agency

The City Council is holding a special meeting to convene into closed session. The body will meet with legal counsel to discuss a potential case involving a written notice of litigation from the Law Offices of Michelle R. Jackson.

• Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding alleged violation of the California Voting Rights Act

The City Council convened for a special meeting and entered a closed session to discuss anticipated litigation. City Attorney Simonian reported that no reportable action was taken.

City Council / Planning Agency

The City Council approved a three-year security patrol agreement and a homeless outreach contract. The Planning Agency approved a permit for a new gaming center, and the Council confirmed the 2023 weed abatement cost report.

• Approved $600,000 security patrol agreement with High Level Security Solutions, Inc. (3-1)
• Approved $123,215 homeless outreach contract with Mercy House Living Centers (Unanimous)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for gaming center at 26548 Moulton Parkway (Unanimous)
• Confirmed 2023 Weed Abatement Cost Report (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution supporting Assembly Constitutional Amendment 12, Alexandra's Law (Unanimous)
• Approved First Amendment to Law Enforcement Services Agreement with County of Orange (Unanimous)
• Adopted MOU with Laguna Hills City Employees Association (Unanimous)
• Established salary ranges and benefits for management, confidential, and part-time employees (Unanimous)

City Council / Planning Agency

The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a workshop on public safety. The body will discuss crime prevention and other safety issues concerning the City of Laguna Hills.

• Public Safety Workshop regarding crime prevention and public safety issues

The City Council conducted a workshop to discuss public safety issues and crime prevention. No formal votes or legislative decisions were recorded during this special meeting.

City Council / Planning Agency

The City Council and Planning Agency will discuss the adoption of operating budgets and capital improvement programs. The body is also considering several professional service contracts and a conditional use permit for a gaming center.

• Adoption of operating budget and capital improvement program for FY 2023/2024 and 2024/2025
• Public hearing for Conditional Use Permit No. USE-0142-2023 for a gaming center at 26548 Moulton Parkway
• On-call planning and environmental consulting contracts totaling $500,000 for four firms
• Security Patrol Services Agreement with High Level Security Solutions, Inc. up to $225,000
• Agreement with Brittany Ryan for a bronze sculpture and memorial monument with a $150,000 budget amendment

The City Council unanimously approved the FY 2023/2024 Civic Center Budget and a law enforcement services agreement with Orange County. The council also authorized contracts for planning services, security patrols, and a bronze sculpture memorial. The Planning Agency found the 2023/2024 Capital Improvement Program consistent with the General Plan.

• Approved FY 2023/2024 Civic Center Budget (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2023/24 Law Enforcement Services Agreement with County of Orange (unanimous)
• Approved $225,000 Security Patrol Services Agreement with High Level Security Solutions, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $500,000 for on-call planning and environmental consulting services with four firms (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Brittany Ryan for a bronze sculpture and memorial, including a $150,000 budget amendment (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-06-27-1 for records disposal (unanimous)
• Ratified June 27, 2023, Warrant Register for $544,738.40 (unanimous)
• Continued public hearing for gaming center CUP at 26548 Moulton Parkway to July 11, 2023 (unanimous)

City Council / Planning Agency

The City Council convened a special meeting to enter a closed session regarding anticipated litigation. City Attorney Simonian reported that no reportable action was taken during the session.

City Council / Planning Agency

The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a workshop. The session focuses on the draft biennial budget for fiscal years 2023/2024 and 2024/2025.

• Study Session for Draft Budget for Fiscal Years 2023/2024 & 2024/2025

The City Council held a budget workshop for fiscal years 2023/2024 and 2024/2025. The council approved annual funding for the Moulton Museum and authorized a facility needs assessment RFP. Two police staffing position conversions were also approved.

• Approved $25,000 per year for fiscal years 2023/2024 & 2024/2025 for Moulton Museum/Moulton Family Foundation, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved directing staff to draft and circulate a Request for Proposals for a Facility Needs Assessment (Unanimous)
• Approved converting one Crime Prevention Specialist position to one Emergency Management Program Coordinator position (3-1)
• Approved converting one Deputy Sheriff (Patrol) position to one Deputy Sheriff (Motor) position (4-0)

City Council / Planning Agency

The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a study session. The body will discuss the draft budget for fiscal years 2023/2024 and 2024/2025.

• Study session for Draft Budget for Fiscal Years 2023/2024 & 2024/2025

During a budget workshop for fiscal years 2023/2024 and 2024/2025, the City Council approved funding for additional police personnel and a new security services contract.

• Approved budgeting for one additional Community Services Officer and one additional Sheriff’s Deputy for the biennial budget (4-1)
• Approved a new one-year contract with High Level Solutions Security Solutions for fiscal year 2023/2024, including a 30-day termination clause (4-1)

City Council / Planning Agency

The City Council and Planning Agency will discuss a zoning text amendment to exempt city-owned or operated signs from certain regulations. The body will also review several professional service contracts and public works projects.

• Proposed zoning amendment RZNE-0008-2023 to exempt city-owned signs from Chapter 9-42 regulations
• Professional Services Agreement with Eco/Nomics, Inc. for solid waste and recycling consulting up to $825,740
• Professional Services Agreement with WSP USA Environment and Infrastructure, Inc. for NPDES consulting up to $575,000
• Public Works Construction Contract for Community Center and Sports Complex Site Improvements (CIP No. 237) with Oppenheimer National for $197,709
• Ratification of June 13, 2023, Warrant Register in the amount of $524,571.23

The City Council approved multiple professional service agreements for waste consulting, water quality, and traffic synchronization. The Council also awarded a construction contract for the Community Center and Sports Complex and introduced a zoning amendment regarding city-owned signs.

• Approved $825,740 contract with Eco/Nomics, Inc. for solid waste and recycling consulting (Unanimous)
• Approved $575,000 contract with WSP USA Environment and Infrastructure, Inc. for NPDES program management (Unanimous)
• Awarded maintenance agreement to G2 Construction, Inc. for trash and debris capture devices (Unanimous)
• Rejected all bid proposals for Citywide Sidewalk Repairs and Concrete Construction Project, CIP No. 106 (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-06-13-1 for FY 2023/2024 street maintenance projects funded by SB 1 (Unanimous)
• Approved traffic signal synchronization agreement with Caltrans (Unanimous)
• Awarded $197,709 construction contract to Oppenheimer National for Community Center and Sports Complex site improvements (Unanimous)
• Introduced Zoning Text Amendment No. RZNE-0008-2023 to exempt city-owned signs from certain regulations (4-1)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Commission will discuss proposed changes to City Council Policy 317 regarding the reservation and use of city facilities. The body is also tasked with electing a new Chair and Vice Chair. Other items include reviewing a draft sponsorship packet for city events.

• Proposed revisions to City Council Policy 317 - Public Facility Reservation & Use Policy
• Election of a new Chair and Vice Chair
• Review of a rough draft sponsorship packet for city events
• Update on the Park Quality Control Program
• 2023 Fourth of July Celebration pre-event report

The Commission unanimously elected Patricia Thee as Chair and Chris Bieber as Vice Chair. The body also approved the December 7, 2022, meeting minutes and expressed support for revisions to the Public Facility Reservation & Use Policy.

• Elected Patricia Thee as Chair (Unanimous)
• Elected Chris Bieber as Vice Chair (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes for December 7, 2022, regular meeting (Unanimous)
• Supported proposed revisions to City Council Policy 317 Public Facility Reservation & Use Policy
• Supported adoption of the city events sponsorship program

City Council / Planning Agency

The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a workshop on public services and facilities safety. The body will also hold a second study session regarding the draft biennial budget for fiscal years 2023/2024 and 2024/2025.

• Training seminar on public services and public facilities safety
• Study session for draft budget for Fiscal Years 2023/2024 & 2024/2025

The City Council held a training seminar on public facilities safety and a study session for the 2023/2024 and 2024/2025 biennial budget. During the budget session, the Council voted to provide a donation to the local high school.

• Approved $4,000 donation to Laguna Hills High School (4-1)

City Council / Planning Agency

The City Council and Planning Agency will consider several budget amendments and the purchase of an alternative fuel vehicle. The body is also discussing the formation of a new Public Safety Standing Committee and a solid waste procurement agreement with the City of Lake Forest.

• Budget adjustments for American Rescue Plan Fund ($2,893,518), SB 1383 Grant Fund ($44,821), and others
• Ratification of Warrant Register for April 28 to May 11, 2023, in the amount of $1,118,797.58
• Purchase or lease of one alternative fuel vehicle for the Public Works Department
• Final payment of $7,330.00 for the Civic Center Cooling Tower Replacement Project
• First Amendment to Memorandum of Understanding with City of Lake Forest regarding solid waste procurement

The City Council adopted a resolution condemning violence by the Iranian government and approved letters of support for the MAHSA Act. The Council also approved several budget adjustments and a solid waste procurement agreement with the City of Lake Forest.

• Approved Resolution No. 2023-05-23-1 and letters of support for H.R. 589 – MAHSA Act (Unanimous)
• Approved First Amendment to Memorandum of Understanding with City of Lake Forest for solid waste procurement (3-0)
• Approved budget amendments for SB 1383 Grant, State COPS, American Rescue Plan, and Liability Self-Insurance funds (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase or lease of one alternative fuel vehicle for Public Works (Unanimous)
• Certified completion and authorized $7,330 final payment for Civic Center Cooling Tower Replacement Project (Unanimous)
• Approved Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for fiscal year 2021/2022 (Unanimous)
• Ratified May 23, 2023, Warrant Register in the amount of $1,118,797.58 (Unanimous)
• Approved scheduling a Public Safety City Council Workshop for the fourth Tuesday of every even numbered month (Unanimous)

Traffic Commission

The Traffic Commission is meeting to review minutes from March 15, 2023, and hear a report from the Sheriff's Department. The body is considering a recommendation to City Council regarding parking restrictions on Paseo de Valencia.

• Proposed elimination of time-based parking and establishment of a 'No Parking Any Time' zone on Paseo de Valencia southerly of Valencia Elementary School

City Council / Planning Agency

The City Council is holding a special meeting to interview applicants for city commissions. The body intends to fill vacancies on the Traffic Commission and the Parks and Recreation Commission.

• Appointment of two vacancies to the Traffic Commission for four-year terms ending January 31, 2027
• Appointment of three vacancies to the Parks and Recreation Commission for four-year terms ending January 31, 2027

The City Council interviewed applicants and filled vacancies on two city commissions. Four individuals were appointed to four-year terms ending January 31, 2027.

• Appointed Neel Patel to the Traffic Commission (Unanimous)
• Appointed Chris Bieber to the Parks and Recreation Commission (Unanimous)
• Appointed Marc Trocchio to the Parks and Recreation Commission (Unanimous)
• Appointed Michael Zozaya to the Parks and Recreation Commission (Unanimous)

City Council / Planning Agency

The City Council is holding a special meeting to convene in closed session. The body will meet with labor negotiators from the Laguna Hills City Employee Association.

• Closed session conference with Laguna Hills City Employee Association

The City Council convened a special meeting and entered closed session to meet with labor negotiators from the Laguna Hills City Employee Association. No reportable action was taken during the session.

City Council / Planning Agency

The City Council and Planning Agency will meet to discuss city maintenance, office leasing, and public safety. Key actions include a public hearing on property abatement and a request for police to monitor motorized mobility device violations.

• Public hearing on 2023 Weed, Rubbish, and Refuse Abatement
• Ratification of Warrant Register for April 14 to April 27, 2023, in the amount of $242,144.79
• Proposed office lease with Agatha Global Tech, LLC for 24031 El Toro Road, Suite 205
• Grant application to OCTA for Phase XII Catch Basin CPS-Mod and ARS-CL Screen Project
• Police monitoring of bicycle, electric bicycle, and motorized mobility device safety

The City Council approved a resolution to enforce weed, rubbish, and refuse abatement on specified parcels. The council also authorized a grant application to the Orange County Transportation Authority for a catch basin project and approved an office lease with Agatha Global Tech, LLC.

• Approved grant application to OCTA for Phase XII Catch Basin project (Unanimous)
• Approved office lease with Agatha Global Tech, LLC for 24031 El Toro Road, Suite 205 (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-05-09-2 for weed, rubbish, and refuse abatement (Unanimous)
• Approved drafting a resolution and letters condemning human rights violations by the Government of Iran (Unanimous)
• Directed Police Services to monitor motorized bicycle violations and report back in one year (4-1)
• Directed Time Capsule Ad Hoc Committee to complete objective by August 22, 2023 (3-2)
• Ratified Warrant Register for April 14 to April 27, 2023, in the amount of $242,144.79 (Unanimous)
• Designated Mayor as Primary and Mayor Pro Tempore as Alternate Voting Delegate for CJPIA (Unanimous)

City Council / Planning Agency

The City Council and Planning Agency will consider ordinances to ban short-term rentals in residential zones and modify parking requirements for specific medical offices. The body will also review sidewalk repair projects and Fourth of July fireworks planning.

• Proposed ordinance prohibiting advertisement and rental of short-term rentals in all residential zones
• Proposed ordinance modifying parking requirements for chiropractic, acupuncture, optometry, physical therapy, and psychotherapy offices
• Ratification of Warrant Register for March 31 to April 13, 2023, in the amount of $1,184,116.31
• Approval of plans and bid advertisement for Citywide Sidewalk Repairs and Concrete Construction Project (CIP No. 106)
• Approval of Cost Sharing and Cooperative Agreement for La Paz Road Sidewalk Widening Project

The City Council adopted an ordinance banning the advertisement and rental of short-term rentals in all residential zones and updated associated citation fines. The Council also modified parking requirements for specific low-intensity medical offices and approved citywide sidewalk repairs.

• Prohibited short-term rentals in all residential zones (Unanimous)
• Amended administrative citation fines for short-term rental regulations (Unanimous)
• Modified parking requirements for chiropractic, acupuncture, optometry, physical therapy, and psychotherapy offices (Unanimous)
• Approved Citywide Sidewalk Repairs and Concrete Construction Project CIP No. 106 (Unanimous)
• Approved Cost Sharing and Cooperative Agreement for La Paz Road Sidewalk Widening Project (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Fireworks Display Agreement with Stage FX America, LLC (Unanimous)
• Ratified Warrant Register for March 31 to April 13, 2023, totaling $1,184,116.31 (Unanimous)
• Issued Proclamation declaring April 2023 as DMV/Donate Life Month

City Council / Planning Agency

The City Council is holding a special meeting to convene into a closed session. The body will meet with labor negotiators from the Laguna Hills Employee Association.

• Closed session conference with Laguna Hills Employee Association

The City Council convened a special meeting and entered closed session to meet with labor negotiators. City Attorney Simonian reported that no reportable action was taken during the session.

City Council / Planning Agency

The City Council and Planning Agency are meeting to discuss new ordinances regarding short-term rentals and medical office parking. The body will also address weed abatement and the ratification of a warrant register.

• Proposed ordinance prohibiting advertisement and rental of property for short-term rental in all residential zones
• Proposed ordinance modifying parking requirements for low-intensity medical office uses (RZNE-0007-2023)
• Ratification of April 11, 2023, Warrant Register in the amount of $413,239.97
• Initiation of the 2023 Weed Abatement Program with a public hearing set for May 9, 2023
• Letters of opposition to Assembly Bill 742 and Senate Bill 423

The City Council introduced two new ordinances for first reading: one prohibiting short-term rentals in all residential zones and another modifying parking requirements for specific low-intensity medical offices. The Council also approved letters of opposition to two California state bills and directed staff to research street vending regulations.

• Introduced ordinance prohibiting short-term rental advertisements and rentals in residential zones (Unanimous)
• Introduced ordinance modifying parking requirements for specific low-intensity medical offices (Unanimous)
• Approved letters of opposition to Assembly Bill 742 and Senate Bill 423 (Unanimous)
• Directed staff to research and prepare an ordinance regulating street/sidewalk vendors by June 13 (Unanimous)
• Ratified Warrant Register for March 17 to March 30, 2023, in the amount of $413,239.97 (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-04-11-1 to initiate the 2023 Weed Abatement Program (Unanimous)
• Approved 'The Roundup' as the official name for the City's electronic newsletter (Unanimous)
• Directed staff to conduct more research on LH on the Hill lighting options (Unanimous)

City Council / Planning Agency

The City Council is discussing a transition in insurance coverage for general liability, property, and workers' compensation. The body is also reviewing several routine contracts and a site improvements project for the Community Center and Sports Complex.

• Ratification of Warrant Register for March 3 to March 16, 2023, in the amount of $1,361,874.55
• Proposed office lease for 24031 El Toro Road, Suite 310 with Berger Harrison, APC
• Authorization to advertise bids for Community Center and Sports Complex Site Improvements Project (CIP No. 237)
• Assignment and Assumption Agreement for street sweeping services with Jonset Corporation (DBA Sunset Property Services)
• Proposed participation in the California Joint Powers Insurance Authority (CJPIA)

The City Council approved joining the California Joint Powers Insurance Authority for liability, property, and workers' compensation coverage. Other actions included approving an office lease and updating agenda procedures. A report on motorized mobility device safety was continued to May.

• Approved joining California Joint Powers Insurance Authority (unanimous)
• Approved office lease for 24031 El Toro Road, Suite 310 with Berger Harrison, APC (unanimous)
• Approved Assignment and Assumption Agreement for street sweeping services (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-03-28-1 amending City Council Policy No. 120 on agenda procedures (unanimous)
• Ratified March 28, 2023, Warrant Register for $1,361,874.55 (unanimous)
• Approved plans and authorized bids for Community Center and Sports Complex Site Improvements Project, CIP No. 237 (unanimous)
• Authorized Arbor Day Proclamation for Tree City USA Certification (unanimous)
• Continued bicycle and motorized mobility device safety item to May meeting

City Council / Planning Agency

The City Council is meeting for a special session to conduct a budget workshop for the 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 fiscal years. The body will also convene in a closed session to discuss anticipated litigation.

• Budget Workshop for FY 23-24 & FY 24-25
• Closed session regarding one potential case of anticipated litigation

The City Council conducted a workshop regarding the upcoming biennial budget for fiscal years 2023-2024 and 2024-2025. No substantive decisions or reportable actions were taken during the meeting.

• Held budget workshop for FY 23-24 & FY 24-25
• Closed session on anticipated litigation: no reportable action taken

Traffic Commission

The Traffic Commission will receive a presentation from De Novo Planning Group regarding the draft Local Hazard Mitigation Plan. The body will also review a staff report on the safety of electric bicycles, bicycles, and motorized mobility devices.

• Presentation on the draft Local Hazard Mitigation Plan by De Novo Planning Group
• Staff report on Electric Bicycle, Bicycle, and Motorized Mobility Device Safety
• Approval of November 16, 2022 meeting minutes

The Traffic Commission approved a requirement for Police Services to provide oral updates on bicycle and electric bicycle enforcement at every meeting. The commission also received a presentation on the draft Local Hazard Mitigation Plan.

• Approved minutes of November 16, 2022 (Unanimous)
• Approved receiving presentation on draft Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (Unanimous)
• Approved directing Police Services to provide oral updates on bicycle and electric bicycle enforcement at every meeting (Unanimous)

City Council / Planning Agency

The City Council will review the Civic Center budget and proposed repairs. The body is considering budget amendments for improvements and fund transfers, as well as updating policies for adding items to future agendas.

• Proposed $850,000 budget amendment for CIP No. 505, Civic Center Improvements
• Proposed $100,000 transfer from General Fund reserves to the Civic Center Enterprise Fund
• Discussion of City Council Policy No. 120 regarding agenda item placement
• Review of the Civic Center Second Quarter Financial Report for Fiscal Year 2022-2023

The City Council unanimously approved budget amendments for Civic Center improvements and fund transfers. Council also directed staff to research property management and solar options and approved edits to a council agenda policy.

• Approved $850,000 budget amendment for CIP No. 505, Civic Center Improvements (Unanimous)
• Approved $100,000 transfer from General Fund reserves to Civic Center Enterprise Fund (Unanimous)
• Approved Class 1 Categorical Exemption under CEQA for Civic Center facilities (Unanimous)
• Approved motion to research property management, solar panel options, and interior hallway improvements (Unanimous)
• Approved edits to City Council Policy No. 120 regarding agenda items (Unanimous)

City Council / Planning Agency

The City Council will discuss options for the formation of a new Public Safety Standing Committee and appoint two members to serve on it. The body is also reviewing annual progress reports for the General Plan and Housing Element.

• Ratification of March 14, 2023, Warrant Register in the amount of $273,215.18
• Approval of 2022 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Progress Reports for submission to the State of California
• Discussion on the formation of a new Public Safety Standing Committee
• Proclamation declaring March 2023 as American Red Cross Month

The City Council approved the 2022 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Progress Reports for submission to the state. Council members also directed staff to organize a workshop regarding community public safety.

• Approved 2022 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Progress Reports (Unanimous)
• Approved $273,215.18 Warrant Register for Feb 17 to March 2, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved direction for staff to organize a City Council Workshop on community public safety (Unanimous)
• Approved February 28, 2023, meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Waived reading in full of all ordinances and resolutions on the agenda (Unanimous)

City Council / Planning Agency

The City Council and Planning Agency will consider several administrative approvals, including a construction contract for the Community Center and Sports Complex. The body will also review survey results regarding short-term rentals and elect officers for the Public Improvement Corporation.

• Award of $293,260 Public Works Construction Contract to A2Z Construct, Inc. for Community Center and Sports Complex Site Improvements Project (CIP No. 237)
• Ratification of Warrant Register for January 13, 2023 to February 16, 2023 in the amount of $1,613,205.53
• License Agreement with the Laguna Hills Chamber of Commerce for 24031 El Toro Road, Suite 255
• Resolution establishing the Assistant Engineer classification, salary range, and benefits
• Review of short-term rental survey results for staff direction

The City Council unanimously directed staff to draft a ban on short-term rentals. The Council also rejected all bids for the Community Center and Sports Complex Site Improvements Project to form a review committee. A license agreement with the Laguna Hills Chamber of Commerce was approved.

• Directed staff to draft a ban on short-term rentals (Unanimous)
• Rejected all bids for Community Center and Sports Complex Site Improvements Project (CIP No. 237) and formed an ad hoc review committee (Unanimous)
• Approved License Agreement with Laguna Hills Chamber of Commerce for 24031 El Toro Road, Suite 255 (4-1)
• Ratified February 28, 2023, Warrant Register in the amount of $1,613,205.53 (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-02-28-1 establishing the Assistant Engineer classification, salary range, and benefits (Unanimous)
• Authorized filing of Notice of Completion for Laguna Hills Civic Center Suite 160 Tenant & Site Improvements Project (Unanimous)
• Directed staff to reopen application period for 30 days for Parks and Recreation and Traffic Commission vacancies (Unanimous)
• Determined Laguna Hills Investment Company complied in good faith with Oakbrook Village Shopping Center Mixed Use Project agreement (Unanimous)

City Council / Planning Agency

The City Council is convening a special meeting to enter a closed session. The body will meet with legal counsel to discuss one potential case of anticipated litigation.

• Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation

The City Council convened a special meeting and entered a closed session to discuss anticipated litigation. No reportable action was taken during the session.

City Council / Planning Agency

The City Council and Planning Agency are holding a special meeting primarily to enter a closed session. The body will meet with legal counsel to discuss three potential cases of anticipated litigation.

• Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding three potential litigation cases

The City Council convened a special meeting and entered a closed session to discuss anticipated litigation. City Attorney Simonian reported that no reportable action was taken during the session.

City Council / Planning Agency

The City Council and Planning Agency will meet to discuss the redevelopment of a shopping center on Alicia Parkway. The Council will also review a warrant register for city expenditures and discuss office use for the Chamber of Commerce.

• Public hearing for Site Development Permit/Tentative Parcel Map/Parking Use Permit No. USE-0105-2022 to redevelop Laguna Hills Plaza at 24791-24881 Alicia Parkway
• Ratification of January 24, 2023, Warrant Register in the amount of $1,288,724.35
• Discussion on the use of Laguna Hills Civic Center Suite 255 by the Laguna Hills Chamber of Commerce
• Discussion of City Council Policy No. 120 regarding procedures for placing items on future agendas
• Certificate of Recognition for Richard Fiore for 45 years of public service

The Planning Agency approved a site development permit and parcel map to redevelop the Laguna Hills Plaza shopping center. The City Council also directed staff to prepare a license agreement for the Chamber of Commerce to occupy a suite in the Civic Center.

• Approved redevelopment of Laguna Hills Plaza at 24791-24881 Alicia Parkway (4-0)
• Approved license agreement for Chamber of Commerce to occupy Civic Center Suite 255 (Unanimous)
• Ratified Warrant Register for Dec 30, 2022 to Jan 12, 2023 in the amount of $1,288,724.35 (Unanimous)
• Approved January 10, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Continued discussion on City Council Policy No. 120 to February 28, 2023 workshop
• Received and filed Treasurer's Investment Report for November 2022 (Unanimous)
• Received and filed 2022 Post Holiday Events Report (Unanimous)

City Council / Planning Agency

The City Council will reorganize its leadership by electing a Mayor Pro Tempore. The body is also considering several budget amendments for public safety and infrastructure, as well as new service agreements for retirement plan consulting and watershed funding.

• Ratification of January 10, 2023, Warrant Register in the amount of $1,252,028.28
• Retirement Plan Consulting Services Agreement with Shuster Advisory Group, LLC
• Budget amendment to increase Public Safety Department funds for private security patrol
• Budget amendment for sidewalk repairs, Capital Improvement Project (CIP) No. 106
• Proposed city ordinance regarding RHNA building guidelines

The City Council reorganized leadership and approved several administrative agreements and budget amendments. The council also appointed a representative to the Orange County Fire Authority’s Board of Directors.

• Elected Council Member Dave Wheeler as Mayor Pro Tempore (3-2)
• Approved $1,252,028.28 Warrant Register for Dec 2-29, 2022 (Unanimous)
• Approved budget increase for private security patrol services (Unanimous)
• Approved Newport Bay Watershed TMDL Programs funding agreement (Unanimous)
• Approved Countywide Signal Synchronization Baseline Project agreement (Unanimous)
• Approved retirement plan consulting agreement with Shuster Advisory Group, LLC (Unanimous)
• Approved budget amendment for sidewalk repairs, CIP No. 106 (Unanimous)
• Appointed Council Member Joshua Sweeney to Orange County Fire Authority’s Board (3-2)