La Habra public meetings in 2021

Emergency Preparedness Council

The Emergency Preparedness Council of the City of La Habra canceled its regular meeting scheduled for December 22, 2021, at 4:00 p.m. in the Harvest Room No. 265, 110 East La Habra Boulevard. The cancellation was due to there being no business to consider at that time. The notice was posted at least 72 hours in advance as required by law.

• Meeting canceled due to no business to consider
• Notice posted at City Hall south entrance and Council Chamber bulletin boards

Successor Agency

The City Council will elect a Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem for one-year terms and appoint members to various governmental agencies and boards. The body is also considering a resolution regarding California Citizens Redistricting Commission boundary maps and updating solid waste ordinances.

• Adoption of Ordinance No. 1838 regarding solid waste recyclable materials and organic waste recycling
• Agreement with Dr. Teresa Egan for child development consulting services not to exceed $5,000 per month
• Approval of warrants totaling $2,072,514.62 and a wire transfer of $100,000.00
• Notice of completion with Onyx Paving Company, Inc. for Alley Nos. 6, 44, 48, and 79
• Acceptance of right-of-way grant deed for 618 East Erna Avenue

The City Council and joint authorities held their annual reorganization, electing Jose Medrano as Mayor and James Gomez as Mayor Pro Tem for one-year terms, all by unanimous 5-0 votes. The council also approved a resolution regarding California Citizens Redistricting Commission boundary maps, and adopted the consent calendar, which included a resolution reaffirming the local COVID-19 emergency declaration (with Councilmember Shaw voting no on that item). All other consent items, including the annual investment policy and various contracts, were approved unanimously.

• Elected Jose Medrano as Mayor for one-year term (5-0)
• Elected James Gomez as Mayor Pro Tem for one-year term (5-0)
• Elected Steve Simonian as Chair, James Gomez as Vice Chair of Successor Agency (5-0)
• Elected Tim Shaw as Chair, Rose Espinoza as Vice Chair of Civic Improvement Authority (5-0)
• Elected James Gomez as Chair, Steve Simonian as Vice Chair of Housing Authority (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 6037 on redistricting commission boundary maps (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including Resolution No. 6038 reaffirming COVID-19 emergency (4-0-1, Shaw no on item 4)
• Approved $2,072,514.26 in warrants and $100,000 wire transfer

Housing Authority

The La Habra City Council, along with several related agencies, will hold a joint regular meeting on December 20, 2021. The main items include electing a new mayor and making appointments to various boards and committees, as well as adopting a resolution regarding California Citizens Redistricting Commission boundary maps. The consent calendar includes routine approvals such as warrants totaling $2,072,514.62, a solid waste ordinance, and a COVID-19 emergency reaffirmation.

• Election of Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem for one-year terms
• Resolution on California Citizens Redistricting Commission boundary maps
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 1838 on solid waste recycling (SB 1383)
• Approval of warrants totaling $2,072,514.62 and wire transfer of $100,000
• Agreement with Dr. Teresa Egan for child development consulting at up to $5,000/month

The City Council reorganized, electing Jose Medrano as Mayor and James Gomez as Mayor Pro Tem for one-year terms, and filled various agency and committee positions. The council also adopted Resolution No. 6037 regarding California Citizens Redistricting Commission boundary maps, and approved the consent calendar, which included items such as denying liability claims, adopting a solid waste ordinance, reaffirming the COVID-19 local emergency, and approving warrants totaling $2,072,514.62. Councilmember Shaw voted no on the COVID-19 emergency reaffirmation item only.

• Elected Jose Medrano as Mayor for one-year term (5-0)
• Elected James Gomez as Mayor Pro Tem for one-year term (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 6037 on redistricting boundary maps (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar items 1-13, including denying Cherry liability claims, adopting Ordinance No. 1838 on solid waste, and reaffirming COVID-19 emergency (5-0, Shaw no on item 4)
• Approved warrants totaling $2,072,514.62 and wire transfer of $100,000
• Approved one-year agreement with Dr. Teresa Egan for child development consulting at up to $5,000/month
• Approved participation in National Opioid Settlement
• Approved North Orange County Public Safety Collaborative Operational Agreement

City Council

The La Habra City Council will hold its annual reorganization, electing a Mayor, Mayor Pro Tem, and making appointments to various boards and agencies. The council will also consider a resolution regarding redistricting maps, approve the second reading of a solid waste ordinance, and handle routine consent items including warrants and contracts.

• Annual election of Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem for one-year terms
• Resolution regarding California Citizens Redistricting Commission boundary maps
• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 1838 on solid waste recycling per SB 1383
• Approval of warrants totaling $2,072,514.62 and wire transfer of $100,000
• One-year consulting agreement with Dr. Teresa Egan for Child Development Task Force at up to $5,000/month

The City Council unanimously elected Jose Medrano as Mayor and James Gomez as Mayor Pro Tem for the December 2021-December 2022 term. The council also approved a resolution regarding California Citizens Redistricting Commission boundary maps, and adopted the consent calendar, which included a resolution reaffirming the local COVID-19 emergency declaration (with Councilmember Shaw voting no on that item). All other consent items were approved unanimously.

• Elected Jose Medrano as Mayor (5-0)
• Elected James Gomez as Mayor Pro Tem (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 6037 on redistricting boundary maps (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar items 1-13, including reaffirming COVID-19 emergency (5-0, Shaw no on item 4)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance No. 1838 on solid waste recycling (consent)
• Approved Notice of Completion for alley improvements with Onyx Paving (consent)
• Approved participation in National Opioid Settlement (consent)
• Approved warrants totaling $2,072,514.62 and wire transfer of $100,000 (consent)

Civic Improvement Authority

The La Habra City Council and joint authorities will hold their regular meeting, including a reorganization where they will elect a mayor, mayor pro tem, and appoint members to various boards and committees. They will also consider a resolution on redistricting maps and several consent calendar items, including a solid waste ordinance and a $2.07 million warrant approval. The meeting includes public comment periods and a closed session announcement.

• City Council reorganization: elect Mayor, Mayor Pro Tem, and appoint chairs/vice chairs for agencies and boards
• Resolution regarding California Citizens Redistricting Commission boundary maps
• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 1838 on solid waste recycling per SB 1383
• Approve warrants totaling $2,072,514.62 and wire transfer of $100,000
• Approve one-year agreement with Dr. Teresa Egan for Child Development Task Force consulting at up to $5,000/month

Utility Authority

The City Council, along with several joint authorities, will meet to elect new officers for the 2022 term. The agenda also includes decisions on waste disposal ordinances, professional consulting agreements, and financial warrants.

• Election of Mayor, Mayor Pro Tem, and various agency Chairs and Vice Chairs
• One-year agreement with Dr. Teresa Egan for child development consulting up to $5,000 per month
• Adoption of Ordinance No. 1838 regarding solid waste and organic waste recycling requirements
• Approval of warrants totaling $2,072,514.62 and wire transfers totaling $100,000.00
• Notice of Completion for Alley Nos. 6, 44, 48, and 79 improvement with Onyx Paving Company, Inc.

Beautification Committee

The La Habra Beautification Committee will approve the October 27, 2021 meeting minutes and select three winners for the Holiday Home Decorating Awards. The committee will also plan the award recognition event scheduled for Monday, December 20th at 6:30 p.m. This is a routine meeting focused on holiday awards and administrative items.

• Approve October 27, 2021 meeting minutes
• Select 3 Holiday Home Decorating Awards
• Holiday Home Decorating Award Recognition on December 20th at 6:30 p.m.

The La Habra Beautification Committee approved the minutes from the October 27, 2021 meeting and selected winners for the Holiday Home Decorating Contest. The committee also planned to judge the City Hall employee holiday decorating contest and discussed upcoming events, including the December 20 City Council meeting where Jose Medrano will be sworn in as mayor.

• Approved minutes from October 27, 2021 meeting
• Selected 1300 Arbolita Drive as Most Original House
• Selected 13361 Gordon Avenue as Most Creative
• Selected 1521 Brookdale Avenue as Best Lights
• Scheduled judging of City Hall employee holiday decorating contest after meeting

Planning Commission

The La Habra Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting with a consent calendar that includes approving November 8, 2021 minutes and continuing a request to expand the Costco gasoline fueling station at 103 North Beach Boulevard. The continuation is for both Design Review 21-04 and Conditional Use Permit 21-02, with no new date set. The meeting also includes public comment periods and procedural items.

• Continuation of Design Review 21-04 and Conditional Use Permit 21-02 for Costco gas station expansion at 103 North Beach Boulevard
• Approval of November 8, 2021 meeting minutes
• Procedural waiver to read resolutions and ordinances by title only
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per individual, 30 minutes total

The La Habra Planning Commission meeting on December 13, 2021, was largely procedural. The Commission approved the consent calendar, which included waiving full readings, approving the November 8, 2021 minutes, and continuing a Costco gas station expansion request. No substantive decisions were made; public comments urged tobacco retail restrictions.

• Approved consent calendar (motion passed)
• Waived full reading of resolutions and ordinances
• Approved Planning Commission minutes of November 8, 2021
• Continued Design Review 21-04 and Conditional Use Permit 21-02 for Costco gas station expansion

Community Services Commission

The regular meeting of the La Habra Community Services Commission scheduled for December 8, 2021, was cancelled because there was no business to consider. The notice was posted publicly in accordance with legal requirements.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business

Successor Agency

The regular meetings scheduled for December 6, 2021, were cancelled. The notice states there was no business to consider at this time.

The December 6, 2021 regular meeting of the Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No decisions were made.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business (unanimous, no members present)

Housing Authority

The La Habra Housing Authority will hold a regular meeting with a consent calendar that includes approving meeting minutes and the SB 341 Housing Successor Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2020-2021. No public hearings or consideration items are scheduled. The meeting is largely procedural, with the main substantive action being the approval and posting of the annual report.

• Approve SB 341 Housing Successor Annual Report for FY 2020-2021
• Approve meeting minutes from Sept 20, Oct 4, Oct 18, Nov 1, Nov 15, 2021
• Waive full reading of resolutions and ordinances

The Housing Authority held a regular meeting on December 6, 2021, with four directors present and one excused absence. The board unanimously approved all three consent calendar items in a single 4-0 vote: waiving full readings of resolutions, approving minutes from five prior meetings, and approving the SB 341 Housing Successor Annual Report for FY 2020-2021. No public comments, public hearings, or consideration items were on the agenda. The meeting was adjourned after two minutes.

• Approved consent calendar items 1-3 in a single 4-0 vote
• Waived full reading of resolutions and ordinances
• Approved meeting minutes from September 20, October 4, October 18, November 1, and November 15, 2021
• Approved the SB 341 Housing Successor Annual Report for FY 2020-2021
• Authorized staff to post the annual report on the city website

City Council

The La Habra City Council and Utility Authority will hold a regular meeting with consent items, public hearings, and consideration items. Key actions include purchasing two properties, approving contracts for a park design, police security upgrades, and water meters, and setting a public hearing for refuse rate adjustments. The meeting also includes a public hearing on amending water and sewer fees and on solid waste recycling requirements per SB 1383.

• Purchase of 106 East First Avenue for $999,900
• Purchase of 205-211 South Euclid Street for $1,355,000
• Contract with Troller Mayer Associates for park design at former Women's Clubhouse site ($132,010 plus contingency)
• Agreement with Total Security Solutions for police lobby bullet-resistant windows ($237,267 plus contingency)
• Public hearing on water and sewer fee schedule amendments

The City Council approved the purchase of 205-211 South Euclid Street for $1,355,000, including a lease-back to the seller and appropriation of $1,370,000 from the General Fund. The council also approved the first reading of an ordinance updating solid waste and organic waste recycling requirements per SB 1383, and adopted a resolution amending water and sewer fees. All consent calendar items were approved, including a $999,900 property purchase at 106 East First Avenue and a $228,283.20 Microsoft agreement.

• Approved purchase of 205-211 S. Euclid St. for $1,355,000, with lease-back and $1,370,000 appropriation (4-0).
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 1838 on solid waste and organic waste recycling (4-0).
• Adopted Resolution No. 6035 & UA 2021-02 amending water and sewer fees (3-1, Shaw dissenting).
• Approved consent calendar including property purchase at 106 E. First Ave. for $999,900 (4-0).
• Approved $228,283.20 Microsoft Enterprise Agreement with SoftwareOne (consent).
• Approved $237,267 agreement for police lobby bullet-resistant windows (consent).
• Scheduled public hearing for Feb. 7, 2022 on refuse rate adjustments (4-0).
• Denied liability claims of Nina Do, Daniel Tran, Ethan Tran, Khanh Tran, and Lisa Tran (consent).

Civic Improvement Authority

The Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency and the La Habra Civic Improvement Authority have cancelled their regular meetings scheduled for December 6, 2021, because there is no business to consider. The notice was posted publicly at least 72 hours in advance as required.

• Cancellation of regular meetings for December 6, 2021
• No business to consider at this time

The December 6, 2021 regular meeting of the La Habra Civic Improvement Authority was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of the cancellation was posted as required. No members were present, and no decisions were made.

• Cancelled the December 6, 2021 regular meeting due to no business to consider

Utility Authority

The La Habra City Council and Utility Authority will hold a joint regular meeting to consider property purchases, contracts, and fee changes. The Council will consider buying property at 205-211 South Euclid Street for $1,355,000 and a property at 106 East First Avenue for $999,900. The Utility Authority will consider a water meter purchase and a water quality study. Public hearings are scheduled for a solid waste ordinance update and water/sewer fee schedule amendments.

• Purchase of 205-211 S. Euclid Street for $1,355,000 from Blue B12, LLC
• Purchase of 106 East First Avenue for $999,900 from Mark E. and Tracy Shannon Bryant
• Public hearing on amending water and sewer usage, connection, and fee schedule
• Public hearing on new solid waste and organic waste recycling ordinance (SB 1383)
• Police Department security improvements: $237,267 agreement with Total Security Solutions

The City Council and Utility Authority approved several major items, including the $1.355 million purchase of property at 205-211 South Euclid Street, a $999,900 property purchase at 106 East First Avenue, and a $228,283.20 three-year Microsoft Enterprise Agreement. The council also adopted a new solid waste ordinance and amended water and sewer fees. The Utility Authority approved a $431,790.23 purchase order for water meters and a $36,564.26 water quality pilot study agreement.

• Approved $1.355M purchase of 205-211 South Euclid Street (4-0)
• Approved $999,900 purchase of 106 East First Avenue (4-0)
• Approved $228,283.20 Microsoft Enterprise Agreement (4-0)
• Adopted first reading of solid waste ordinance No. 1838 (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 6035 amending water/sewer fees (3-1)
• Approved $431,790.23 water meter purchase order (4-0)
• Approved $36,564.26 Hazen and Sawyer water quality study (4-0)
• Scheduled Feb. 7, 2022 refuse rate protest hearing (4-0)

Planning Commission

The La Habra Planning Commission's regular meeting scheduled for November 22, 2021, at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chamber, 100 East La Habra Boulevard, has been cancelled because there is no business to consider. The notice was posted at least 72 hours in advance as required by law.

• Regular meeting of November 22, 2021 cancelled
• No business to consider at this time
• Notice posted at City Hall and Council Chamber south entrance

Successor Agency

The regular meetings for the Successor Agency, Civic Improvement Authority, Housing Authority, and Utility Authority scheduled for November 15, 2021, were cancelled. The notice states there was no business to consider at this time.

The November 15, 2021 regular meeting of the Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No decisions were made.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business (unanimous, no members present)

Housing Authority

The regular meetings of the Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency, La Habra Civic Improvement Authority, City of La Habra Housing Authority, and La Habra Utility Authority scheduled for November 15, 2021, are cancelled because there is no business to consider. The notice was posted at least 72 hours in advance as required by law.

• All four regular meetings cancelled for November 15, 2021
• No business to consider at this time
• Meetings were to be held at 6:30 p.m. in City Council Chamber, 100 East La Habra Boulevard

The November 15, 2021 regular meeting of the La Habra Housing Authority was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No decisions were made.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business to consider

City Council

The La Habra City Council will consider authorizing the sale of up to $94 million in taxable pension obligation bonds and adopting a pension funding policy. The consent calendar includes routine items such as approving minutes, a street rehabilitation project completion, and a sidewalk contract award. The 5:30 p.m. adjourned meeting is canceled.

• Pension obligation bonds up to $94 million
• Sidewalk and curb ramp contract to Horizons Construction Co. for $271,990
• Skateboard park security cameras and lights contract to Scansys, Inc. for $82,331
• No stopping restrictions on south side of Superior Avenue at 500 S. Harbor Blvd
• Reaffirm local emergency declaration for COVID-19

The City Council approved issuing taxable Pension Obligation Bonds, Series 2021, up to $94 million, and adopted a Pension Funding Policy, in a 4-1 vote with Councilmember Shaw dissenting. The council also unanimously approved the consent calendar, including a sidewalk and curb ramp construction contract to Horizons Construction Co. for $271,990, and a skateboard park security camera and lights contract to Scansys, Inc. for $82,331. A separate item adopting the Federal Transportation Improvement Program projects was approved unanimously.

• Approved issuance of up to $94M in Pension Obligation Bonds and adopted Pension Funding Policy (4-1)
• Approved consent calendar items 1-12, with Item 4 pulled for discussion and Item 7 receiving a no vote from Councilmember Shaw
• Approved Resolution 6029 for Federal Transportation Improvement Program projects (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 6030 prohibiting stopping on Superior Avenue at 500 S. Harbor Blvd.
• Approved Notice of Completion for Annual Residential Street Rehabilitation and Slurry Seal Project
• Awarded $271,990 contract to Horizons Construction Co. for sidewalk and curb ramp improvements
• Awarded $82,331 contract to Scansys, Inc. for skateboard park security cameras and lights
• Approved warrants totaling $831,819.95 and wire transfer of $35,000

Civic Improvement Authority

The regular meetings of the Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency, La Habra Civic Improvement Authority, City of La Habra Housing Authority, and La Habra Utility Authority, scheduled for November 15, 2021, are cancelled because there is no business to consider. The notice was posted at least 72 hours in advance as required by law.

• Cancellation of four agency meetings on November 15, 2021
• No business to consider at this time
• Notice posted at City Hall and Council Chamber

The November 15, 2021 regular meeting of the La Habra Civic Improvement Authority was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required. No decisions were made.

Utility Authority

The regular meetings of the Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency, La Habra Civic Improvement Authority, City of La Habra Housing Authority, and La Habra Utility Authority scheduled for November 15, 2021, are cancelled because there is no business to consider. The notice was posted publicly at least 72 hours in advance.

• All four regular meetings cancelled
• No business to consider cited as reason
• Meetings were scheduled for 6:30 p.m. at City Council Chamber, 100 East La Habra Boulevard

The November 15, 2021 regular meeting of the La Habra Utility Authority was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No decisions were made.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business

Community Services Commission

The La Habra Community Services Commission will consider approving the Annual Action Plan priority needs for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program for 2022-2023. They will also review the Special Events Calendar, receive updates from subcommittees, and approve the October 13, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Approve Early Head Start Reports
• Establish CDBG Annual Action Plan priority needs for 2022-2023
• Review and discuss Special Events Calendar
• Approve October 13, 2021 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The La Habra Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: expanding the Costco gasoline fueling station at 103 North Beach Boulevard (Design Review 21-04 and Conditional Use Permit 21-02) and a commercial kitchen at 2101 East Emery Avenue (Conditional Use Permit 21-08). The consent calendar includes a one-year time extension for a church at 501 North Beach Boulevard and approval of prior meeting minutes. All items are categorically exempt from CEQA.

• Public hearing: Costco gas station expansion at 103 North Beach Blvd (Design Review 21-04, CUP 21-02)
• Public hearing: Commercial kitchen at 2101 East Emery Ave (CUP 21-08)
• Consent: One-year time extension for church CUP 16-06 at 501 North Beach Blvd
• Consent: Approve October 25, 2021 meeting minutes
• Consent: Waive full reading of resolutions/ordinances

The Planning Commission approved Conditional Use Permit 21-08 for a commercial kitchen at 2101 East Emery Avenue, and continued the hearing for the Costco gasoline fueling station expansion to December 13, 2021. The consent calendar was approved, including a time extension for a church at 501 North Beach Boulevard.

• Approved Consent Calendar including waiver of reading, minutes of Oct 25, 2021, and time extension 21-01 for church CUP (Rojas abstained on item 2)
• Continued Design Review 21-04 and CUP 21-02 for Costco gas station expansion to Dec 13, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-32 for CUP 21-08 commercial kitchen at 2101 East Emery Avenue (5-0)

Successor Agency

The regular meetings for the Successor Agency, Civic Improvement Authority, Housing Authority, and Utility Authority scheduled for November 1, 2021, were cancelled. The notice states there was no business to consider at this time.

The November 1, 2021 regular meeting of the Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No decisions were made.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business to consider

Utility Authority

The regular meeting for the La Habra Utility Authority scheduled for November 1, 2021, has been cancelled. There was no business to consider at this time.

The November 1, 2021 regular meeting of the La Habra Utility Authority was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No decisions were made.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business (unanimous, no members present)

Housing Authority

The Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency, La Habra Civic Improvement Authority, Housing Authority, and Utility Authority cancelled their regular meetings scheduled for November 1, 2021, at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chamber. The cancellation is due to there being no business to consider at this time. The notice was posted at least 72 hours in advance as required by law.

• All four boards cancelled their November 1, 2021 regular meetings
• Meetings were to be held at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chamber, 100 East La Habra Boulevard
• Cancellation due to no business to consider

The November 1, 2021 regular meeting of the City of La Habra Housing Authority was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No decisions were made.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business (unanimous, no members present)

City Council

The La Habra City Council will consider approving two property purchases totaling $1,529,900 from the General Fund. The council will also vote on a consent calendar that includes a new Community Outreach Liaison position, several consultant agreements, and a denial of a liability claim.

• Purchase of 107 East Second Avenue for $520,000 from Luis Carlos Ramos and Valarie Duran
• Purchase of 106 East First Avenue for $999,900 from Alicia M. and Mark E. Bryant
• Approve $90,000 for a new Community Outreach Liaison position in the Community Services Department
• Approve Early Head Start mental health consultant agreement at $78/hour, not to exceed 36 hours/month
• Approve Early Head Start health consultant agreement at $60/hour, not to exceed 30 hours/month

The City Council approved the purchase of two properties at 107 East Second Avenue for $520,000 and 106 East First Avenue for $999,900, appropriating $1,529,900 from the General Fund. The council also approved a new Community Outreach Liaison position with $90,000 in funding, and denied a liability claim. All votes were 3-0 with two members absent.

• Approved purchase of 107 East Second Avenue for $520,000 (3-0)
• Approved purchase of 106 East First Avenue for $999,900 (3-0)
• Appropriated $1,529,900 from General Fund for property purchases (3-0)
• Approved new Community Outreach Liaison position with $90,000 funding (3-0)
• Denied liability claim of Madison Douglas (3-0)
• Approved consent calendar items 1-6 and 8, including warrants totaling $2,221,625.62 (3-0)

Civic Improvement Authority

The regular meetings scheduled for November 1, 2021, for several La Habra agencies were cancelled. There was no business to consider at this time.

The November 1, 2021 regular meeting of the La Habra Civic Improvement Authority was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required. No decisions were made.

Beautification Committee

The La Habra Beautification Committee is meeting to approve the September 29, 2021 minutes and discuss the Fall-O-Ween Home Decorating Contest, as well as upcoming special events including Veterans Day, Tamale Festival, Holiday Wishes, and Holiday Home Decorating Contest. The agenda is routine, with no major decisions or financial items listed.

• Approve September 29, 2021 meeting minutes
• Discuss Fall-O-Ween Home Decorating Contest
• Discuss upcoming special events: Veterans Day, Tamale Festival, Holiday Wishes, Holiday Home Decorating Contest

Planning Commission

The La Habra Planning Commission will hold public hearings to determine whether the proposed purchases of three properties conform to the city's General Plan, as required by state law. The properties are located at 107 East Second Avenue, 106 East First Avenue, and 205-211 South Euclid Street. The commission will vote on resolutions recommending the City Council proceed with the purchases. The agenda also includes routine consent items, such as approving the October 11, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Public hearing on General Plan conformity for purchase of 107 East Second Avenue
• Public hearing on General Plan conformity for purchase of 106 East First Avenue
• Public hearing on General Plan conformity for purchase of 205-211 South Euclid Street
• Consent calendar: waiver of full reading of resolutions and ordinances
• Consent calendar: approval of October 11, 2021 meeting minutes

The La Habra Planning Commission approved three resolutions recommending the City Council purchase properties at 107 East Second Avenue, 106 East First Avenue, and 205-211 South Euclid Street, each with a 4-0 vote (Commissioner Rojas absent). The consent calendar was also approved, including waiver of full reading and approval of prior minutes, with two commissioners abstaining. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Resolution 21-29 recommending purchase of 107 East Second Avenue (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-30 recommending purchase of 106 East First Avenue (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-31 recommending purchase of 205-211 South Euclid Street (4-0)
• Approved consent calendar including waiver of reading and October 11, 2021 minutes (2 abstentions)

Successor Agency

The regular meetings for the Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency, the La Habra Civic Improvement Authority, and the City of La Habra Housing Authority were cancelled. The notice states there was no business to consider at this time.

The October 18, 2021 regular meeting of the Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No decisions were made.

Housing Authority

The regular meetings of the Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency, the La Habra Civic Improvement Authority, and the City of La Habra Housing Authority, scheduled for October 18, 2021, are cancelled because there is no business to consider. The notice was posted at least 72 hours in advance as required.

• All three meetings cancelled: Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency, La Habra Civic Improvement Authority, and City of La Habra Housing Authority
• Meetings were scheduled for 6:30 p.m. at City Council Chamber, 100 East La Habra Boulevard
• Cancellation due to no business to consider

The October 18, 2021 regular meeting of the La Habra Housing Authority was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No decisions were made.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business (unanimous, no members present)

City Council

The La Habra City Council and Utility Authority will consider scheduling a Dec. 6 public hearing on proposed water and sewer rate adjustments, based on a financial report from Raftelis. The consent calendar includes approving a $1 one-year lease with VCC: The Gary Center for 205-211 Euclid Street, and approving warrants and wire transfers totaling about $3.86 million. A closed session will discuss real property negotiations for 205-211 Euclid Street. The meeting also includes a presentation on capital improvement program goals and accomplishments.

• Schedule Dec. 6 public hearing on proposed water and sewer rate adjustments
• Approve one-year lease with VCC: The Gary Center at 205-211 Euclid Street for $1
• Approve warrants totaling $2,267,584.45 and wire transfers totaling $1,597,154.34
• Closed session on real property negotiation for 205-211 Euclid Street
• Presentation on Public Works Capital Improvement Program goals and accomplishments

The City Council and Utility Authority voted 3-0 to receive and file a financial report on water and sewer fund revenues and expenditures, schedule a public hearing for December 6, 2021, to consider proposed rate adjustments, and direct staff to mail notices to property owners. The council also approved the consent calendar, including a $1 lease with VCC: The Gary Center for city-owned property at 341 South Hillcrest Street, and approved warrants and wire transfers totaling over $3.8 million. No public hearings were held, and no other substantive decisions were made.

• Scheduled Dec. 6, 2021 public hearing on proposed water and sewer rate adjustments (3-0)
• Received and filed financial report on utility authority revenues and expenditures (3-0)
• Directed staff to mail notices to property owners about the rate hearing (3-0)
• Approved one-year $1 lease with VCC: The Gary Center for 341 South Hillcrest Street (consent)
• Approved warrants totaling $2,267,584.45 and wire transfers totaling $1,597,154.34 (consent)
• Approved minutes of Oct. 4, 2021 City Council meeting (consent)
• Approved Utility Authority minutes of Sept. 20 and Oct. 4, 2021 (consent)

Civic Improvement Authority

The regular meetings for the La Habra Civic Improvement Authority, the City of La Habra Housing Authority, and the Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency were cancelled. There was no business to consider at this time.

The October 18, 2021 regular meeting of the La Habra Civic Improvement Authority was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required. No decisions were made.

Utility Authority

The City Council and Utility Authority are reviewing a financial report regarding recommended changes to water and sewer rates. The Council will schedule a public hearing for December 6, 2021, to consider these proposed adjustments.

• Proposed water and sewer rate adjustments based on Raftelis Financial Consultants report
• One-year lease agreement with Vista Community Clinic for 341 South Hillcrest Street
• Approval of warrants totaling $2,267,584.45
• Approval of wire transfers totaling $1,597,154.34
• Closed session property negotiation for 205-211 Euclid Street

The City Council and Utility Authority voted 3-0 to receive and file a financial report from Raftelis Financial Consultants, schedule a public hearing for December 6, 2021, on proposed water and sewer rate adjustments, and direct staff to mail notices to property owners. The consent calendar was approved 3-0, including a $1 lease with VCC: The Gary Center and warrants totaling $2,267,584.45 plus wire transfers of $1,597,154.34. No public testimony was given on the rate item.

• Scheduled public hearing for Dec. 6, 2021 on proposed water/sewer rate adjustments (3-0)
• Received and filed Raftelis financial report on utility revenue requirements (3-0)
• Directed staff to mail notices to property owners about the rate hearing (3-0)
• Approved consent calendar including $1 lease with VCC: The Gary Center (3-0)
• Approved warrants totaling $2,267,584.45 and wire transfers of $1,597,154.34 (3-0)

Community Services Commission

The La Habra Community Services Commission is holding a regular meeting with a consent calendar and consideration items. The commission will vote on approving the September 8, 2021 meeting minutes, the Early Head Start monthly report, and will receive and file the 2021-2022 Special Events Calendar. Subcommittees may provide updates as needed.

• Approve meeting minutes of September 8, 2021
• Approve Early Head Start monthly report
• Receive and file Community Services Special Event Calendar 2021-2022
• Subcommittee updates as needed

The Community Services Commission approved the August 11, 2021 minutes (7-0) and received an update from the Ad Hoc Subcommittee on subcommittee management and operations. No other formal decisions were made; the meeting included staff updates on programs and commissioner announcements.

• Approved August 11, 2021 minutes (7-0)
• Adjourned to October 13, 2021 meeting (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider two public hearing items regarding site improvements and a new business use. The commission will also review the minutes from the September 27, 2021, meeting.

• Design Review 21-03: Facade and onsite improvements at 1236 West Imperial Highway
• Conditional Use Permit 21-04: Establishing a restaurant (cafe) within an existing grocery store at 1800 West Whittier Boulevard
• Approval of September 27, 2021, Planning Commission meeting minutes

The La Habra Planning Commission approved two public hearing items: a design review for facade and onsite improvements at 1236 West Imperial Highway (The Habit Burger taking over the old Burger King) and a conditional use permit for a cafe within an existing grocery store at 1800 West Whittier Boulevard. Both approvals were unanimous (3-0) with two commissioners absent. The consent calendar was also approved, including the waiver of full reading of resolutions and approval of the September 27, 2021 minutes.

• Approved Design Review 21-03 for facade and onsite improvements at 1236 W Imperial Hwy (Resolution 21-27, 3-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit 21-04 for a restaurant (café) at 1800 W Whittier Blvd (Resolution 21-28, 3-0)
• Approved consent calendar including waiver of full reading of resolutions and approval of September 27, 2021 minutes (Commissioner Bernier abstaining)

Successor Agency

The scheduled meetings for the Successor Agency, Civic Improvement Authority, Housing Authority, and Utility Authority were cancelled. The notice states there was no business to consider at this time.

The October 4, 2021 regular meeting of the Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No decisions were made.

Housing Authority

The regular meetings of the Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency, La Habra Civic Improvement Authority, City of La Habra Housing Authority, and La Habra Utility Authority scheduled for October 4, 2021, are cancelled due to no business to consider. The notice was posted publicly at least 72 hours in advance.

• All four agency meetings cancelled for lack of business
• Meetings would have been held at 6:30 p.m. in City Council Chamber, 100 East La Habra Boulevard
• Notice posted by City Clerk Laurie Swindell

The October 4, 2021 regular meeting of the La Habra Housing Authority was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No decisions were made.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business to consider

City Council

The La Habra City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent calendar covering routine approvals, including a second reading of a water shortage contingency ordinance, a $25,000 GIS services agreement with Vestra Resources, reaffirmation of the COVID-19 local emergency, a parcel map for a new home, and a $118,000 traffic enforcement grant. The council will also consider a resolution supporting a veterans cemetery in Orange County. A closed session on property negotiations at 106 East First Avenue precedes the public meeting.

• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 1837 on water shortage contingency response
• Professional service agreement with Vestra Resources, Inc. for GIS development, $25,000 first year, up to $75,000 over three years
• Reaffirmation of local emergency declaration due to COVID-19 pandemic
• Parcel Map No. 2014-165 to subdivide one lot into two at 645 North Hazel Street
• Expenditure of $118,000 from OTS grant for Selective Traffic Enforcement Program

The La Habra City Council approved the consent calendar (items 1-9) with a 5-0 vote, except Councilmember Shaw voted no on Item 6 (COVID emergency reaffirmation). They adopted Ordinance No. 1837 on water shortage contingency response, approved a $25,000 GIS agreement with Vestra Resources, and approved a resolution supporting a veterans cemetery in Orange County. No public hearings were held.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1837 on water shortage contingency response (5-0)
• Approved $25,000 GIS professional service agreement with Vestra Resources, Inc. (5-0)
• Reaffirmed local COVID-19 emergency via Resolution No. 6025 (4-1, Shaw no)
• Approved Parcel Map No. 2014-165 at 645 North Hazel Street (5-0)
• Authorized $118,000 expenditure from OTS grant for traffic enforcement (5-0)
• Approved warrants totaling $2,122,721.59 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 6026 supporting a veterans cemetery in Orange County (5-0)

Civic Improvement Authority

The regular meetings of the Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency, La Habra Civic Improvement Authority, City of La Habra Housing Authority, and La Habra Utility Authority scheduled for October 4, 2021, are cancelled because there is no business to consider. The notice was posted at least 72 hours in advance as required.

• Cancellation of all four regular meetings for October 4, 2021
• No business to consider at this time

The October 4, 2021 regular meeting of the La Habra Civic Improvement Authority was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required. No decisions were made.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business (unanimous, no members present)

Utility Authority

The regular meeting for the La Habra Utility Authority scheduled for October 4, 2021, has been cancelled. There was no business to consider at this time.

The October 4, 2021 regular meeting of the La Habra Utility Authority was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No decisions were made.

Beautification Committee

The La Habra Beautification Committee is meeting to approve minutes and discuss several community events, including selecting District 4 Beautification Awards, the Fall-O-Ween Home Decorating Contest, and the Corn Festival Parade on October 9. They will also set their meeting schedule for October, November, and December.

• Select District 4 Beautification Awards
• Fall-O-Ween Home Decorating Contest
• Corn Festival Parade – October 9
• Meeting schedule: Oct. 27, no meeting in Nov., Dec.

The Beautification Committee approved the July 28 and August 19 meeting minutes and discussed selecting District 4 Beautification Awards, the Fall-O-Ween Home Decorating Contest, the Corn Festival Parade on October 9, and the meeting schedule. No final decisions were recorded on these consideration items; the meeting adjourned to October 27, 2021.

• Approved July 28, 2021 and August 19, 2021 meeting minutes
• Discussed selection of District 4 Beautification Awards
• Discussed Fall-O-Ween Home Decorating Contest
• Discussed Corn Festival Parade on October 9
• Discussed meeting schedule (Oct. 27, no meeting in Nov., Dec.)

Planning Commission

The La Habra Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide on a Conditional Use Permit for a commercial school at 1202 South Idaho Street, Suite 1. The item is categorically exempt from CEQA. The meeting also includes routine consent items, such as approving the September 13, 2021 minutes and waiving full readings.

• Conditional Use Permit 21-07 for a commercial school at 1202 South Idaho Street, Suite 1
• CEQA categorical exemption under Section 15301(b), Class 1 'Existing Facilities'
• Approval of Planning Commission minutes from September 13, 2021
• Procedural waiver to read resolutions and ordinances by title only

The Planning Commission approved Conditional Use Permit 21-07 for a commercial school at 1202 South Idaho Street, Suite I, with a 4-0 vote (Commissioner Bernier absent). The permit is subject to conditions per approved plans. No public comments were made in favor or opposition.

• Approved Consent Calendar including waiver of reading and minutes of September 13, 2021 (4-0, with two abstentions)
• Approved Resolution No. 21-26 for Conditional Use Permit 21-07 for commercial school at 1202 South Idaho Street, Suite I (4-0)

Emergency Preparedness Council

The September 22, 2021 regular meeting of the Emergency Preparedness Council was cancelled because there was no business to consider. The notice was posted at least 72 hours in advance as required by law.

• Regular meeting cancelled due to no business to consider

Successor Agency

The regular meetings scheduled for September 20, 2021, have been cancelled. There is no business to consider at this time.

The September 20, 2021 regular meeting of the Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of the cancelled meeting was posted on the bulletin boards outside the south entrance of City Hall and Council Chamber. No agency members were present, and no decisions were made.

• Cancelled the September 20, 2021 regular meeting due to no business to consider
• Posted a Notice of Cancelled Meeting in accordance with law

Housing Authority

The La Habro Housing Authority is holding a regular meeting with a consent calendar that includes approving meeting minutes and the annual report for fiscal year 2020-2021, which will be submitted to the state Department of Housing and Community Development. No public hearings or consideration items are scheduled.

• Approve meeting minutes for August 16 and September 7, 2021
• Approve annual report for FY 2020-2021 for state submittal
• Waive reading of resolutions and ordinances

The La Habra Housing Authority held a regular meeting on September 20, 2021, and approved all three consent calendar items by a 4-0 vote. These items included waiving the full reading of resolutions and ordinances, approving the minutes from the August 16 and September 7, 2021 meetings, and approving the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Annual Report for submission to the State Department of Housing and Community Development. No public comments, public hearings, or consideration items were on the agenda.

• Approved a procedural waiver to read resolutions and ordinances by title only (4-0).
• Approved the Housing Authority meeting minutes from August 16 and September 7, 2021 (4-0).
• Approved the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Annual Report for submittal to the State Department of Housing and Community Development (4-0).

City Council

The La Habra City Council will consider consent calendar items including a $1.52 million contract for street improvements at two mobile home parks, a $26,500 change order for a parking lot rehabilitation, and an agreement for school resource officers. Public hearings will address a water conservation ordinance update and the annual CDBG performance report. The council will also discuss traffic management plans for two neighborhoods and provide direction on League of California Cities resolutions.

• Award $1,521,725.25 contract to Sully-Miller Contracting for Park La Habra and View Park Mobile Home Estates street improvements
• Approve $26,500 change order for Onyx Construction parking lot rehabilitation at 325 East La Habra Boulevard
• Approve School Resource Officer agreement with La Habra City School District for 2021-2022
• Public hearing on amending water conservation ordinance (Chapter 13.40)
• Approve Neighborhood 'C' and 'A' Traffic Management Plans

The La Habra City Council approved the first reading of Ordinance No. 1837, repealing and replacing the water conservation and supply shortage program with a new water shortage contingency response. They also approved Neighborhood Traffic Management Plans for Neighborhoods 'C' and 'A', and awarded a $1,521,725.25 construction contract to Sully-Miller Contracting Company for street improvements at two mobile home parks. The consent calendar was approved 4-0, including a $26,500 change order for parking lot rehabilitation and a $3.7 million warrant list.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 1837 (water shortage contingency response) (4-0)
• Approved Neighborhood 'C' Traffic Management Plan (3-0, Shaw abstained)
• Approved Neighborhood 'A' Traffic Management Plan (4-0)
• Awarded $1,521,725.25 contract to Sully-Miller for Park La Habra and View Park street improvements
• Approved $26,500 change order for Onyx Paving parking lot rehabilitation at 325 E. La Habra Blvd.
• Approved consent calendar items 1-12 (4-0, Simonian abstained on item 6)
• Approved 2020-2021 CDBG CAPER report (4-0, Simonian abstained on item 6)
• Directed voting delegate to support Resolutions 1 and 2 at LOCC conference (4-0)

Civic Improvement Authority

The regular meetings of the Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency and the La Habra Civic Improvement Authority scheduled for September 20, 2021, are cancelled because there is no business to consider. The notice was posted at least 72 hours in advance as required.

• Regular meetings cancelled for September 20, 2021
• No business to consider at this time

The September 20, 2021 regular meeting of the La Habra Civic Improvement Authority was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required. No decisions were made.

Utility Authority

The La Habra Utility Authority is meeting to consider routine items, including approving minutes and a $58,000 agreement with Stetson Engineers for a new water well siting study. The meeting includes public comment periods and a consent calendar. No public hearings or consideration items are scheduled.

• Approve agreement with Stetson Engineers, Inc. for $58,000 for a new water well siting study
• Waive formal bid requirements per Municipal Code Section 4.20.080(B)
• Approve meeting minutes for August 16 and September 7, 2021
• Procedural waiver to read resolutions and ordinances by title only

The La Habra Utility Authority held a regular meeting on September 20, 2021, and approved all three items on the consent calendar in a 4-0 vote. This included waiving the full reading of resolutions and ordinances, approving the minutes from the August 16 and September 7, 2021 meetings, and authorizing the Executive Director to execute a $58,000 agreement with Stetson Engineers, Inc. for a new water well siting study. The meeting was brief, with no public comments, public hearings, or separate discussion items.

• Approved consent calendar items 1 through 3 in a 4-0 roll call vote
• Waived reading in full of resolutions and ordinances, allowing approval by title only
• Approved the meeting minutes from August 16, 2021 and September 7, 2021
• Waived formal bid requirements for the water well siting study per Municipal Code Section 4.20.080(B)
• Authorized the Executive Director to execute a $58,000 agreement with Stetson Engineers, Inc. for a new water well siting study

Planning Commission

The La Habra Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider Conditional Use Permit 21-03, which would allow a restaurant (coffee shop) at 171 East Imperial Highway, Suite B. The item is categorically exempt from CEQA. The commission will also approve the August 23, 2021 meeting minutes and waive full reading of resolutions.

• Public hearing for Conditional Use Permit 21-03 for a coffee shop at 171 East Imperial Highway, Suite B
• CEQA categorical exemption under Section 15301, Class 1 (Existing Facilities)
• Approval of Planning Commission meeting minutes from August 23, 2021
• Procedural waiver to read resolutions and ordinances by title only

The La Habra Planning Commission approved Conditional Use Permit 21-03, allowing a restaurant (coffee shop) at 171 East Imperial Highway, Suite B, via Resolution No. 21-25. The vote was 3-0, with Commissioners Rojas and Munoz absent. The commission also approved the consent calendar, which included waiving full reading of resolutions and ordinances and approving the August 23, 2021 minutes. No public comments were made on non-agenda items.

• Approved Resolution No. 21-25, granting Conditional Use Permit 21-03 for a coffee shop at 171 East Imperial Highway, Suite B, with conditions.
• Approved the consent calendar, including the procedural waiver to read resolutions and ordinances by title only.
• Approved the Planning Commission minutes of August 23, 2021.

Community Services Commission

The La Habra Community Services Commission is meeting to approve routine minutes and finalize sub-committee appointments. The agenda includes a presentation from the Ad Hoc Committee on sub-committees. Public comments are limited to three minutes per person.

• Approve meeting minutes of August 11, 2021
• Finalize sub-committee appointments with Ad Hoc Committee presentation

The Community Services Commission approved the Child Development Manager's Monthly Status Report, Head Start Cost Reimbursement Report, Monthly Program Report, and CACFP Report in a 4-0 vote. The commission postponed the Ad Hoc Committee report and the sub-committee update to the September 8, 2021 meeting so all commissioners could participate. The meeting was adjourned to September 9, 2021.

• Approved the Community Services Commission minutes of June 9, 2021, 4-0
• Approved the Child Development Manager's Monthly Report, Head Start Cost Reimbursement Report, Monthly Program Report, and CACFP Report, 4-0
• Postponed the Ad Hoc Committee report to the September 8, 2021 meeting
• Postponed the Commission Sub-Committee update due to absent members
• Adjourned the meeting to September 9, 2021, 4-0

Successor Agency

The meeting scheduled for September 7, 2021, was cancelled. The notice states there was no business to consider at this time.

The September 7, 2021 regular meeting of the Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No decisions were made.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business (unanimous, no members present)

Housing Authority

The regular meetings of the La Habra City Council and its affiliated bodies (Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency, Civic Improvement Authority, Housing Authority, and Utility Authority) scheduled for Tuesday, September 7, 2021, are cancelled due to no business to consider. The next regular City Council meeting is set for Monday, September 20, 2021, at 6:30 p.m. This notice is procedural only, with no decisions or discussions on the agenda.

• Cancellation of all five regular meetings for September 7, 2021
• Next regular City Council meeting scheduled for September 20, 2021 at 6:30 p.m.

The September 7, 2021 regular meeting of the La Habra Housing Authority was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No members were present, and no decisions were made.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business to consider

City Council

The regular City Council meeting scheduled for Tuesday, September 7, 2021, is cancelled because there is no business to consider. The next regular meeting will be held on Monday, September 20, 2021, at 6:30 p.m. This notice applies to the City Council and several related agencies.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business
• Next meeting set for September 20, 2021 at 6:30 p.m.

The September 7, 2021 regular City Council meeting was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No decisions were made.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business

Civic Improvement Authority

The City of La Habra has cancelled all regular meetings scheduled for Tuesday, September 7, 2021, including the City Council, Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency, Civic Improvement Authority, Housing Authority, and Utility Authority, due to no business to consider. The next regular City Council meeting is set for Monday, September 20, 2021, at 6:30 p.m. This is a procedural cancellation notice, not a decision-making session.

• All regular meetings cancelled for September 7, 2021
• Next regular City Council meeting on September 20, 2021 at 6:30 p.m.
• Meetings would have been held at 100 East La Habra Boulevard

The September 7, 2021 regular meeting of the La Habra Civic Improvement Authority was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No decisions were made.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business (unanimous, no members present)

Utility Authority

The City Council and its related bodies (Successor Agency, Civic Improvement Authority, Housing Authority, Utility Authority) cancelled their regular meetings scheduled for Tuesday, September 7, 2021, due to no business to consider. The next regular city council meeting is set for Monday, September 20, 2021, at 6:30 p.m.

• Cancellation of all regular meetings for September 7, 2021
• Next meeting scheduled for September 20, 2021 at 6:30 p.m.
• Meetings would have been held at 100 East La Habra Boulevard

The La Habra Utility Authority's regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, September 7, 2021, was cancelled because there was no business to consider at the time. A notice of the cancelled meeting was posted on bulletin boards outside the south entrance of City Hall and Council Chamber, in accordance with law. No agency members were present, and no decisions were made.

• Cancelled the September 7, 2021 regular meeting due to no business to consider
• Posted a Notice of Cancelled Meeting on bulletin boards outside City Hall and Council Chamber

Planning Commission

The La Habra Planning Commission met on August 23, 2021, to conduct a public hearing on a request for a special event permit. The agenda included routine consent items such as approving the previous meeting's minutes. The only substantive decision item was the approval of a temporary use permit for a pumpkin patch on a vacant property.

• Special Event Permit 21-01 for a pumpkin patch at 777 South Beach Boulevard
• Approval of Planning Commission meeting minutes from August 9, 2021

The Planning Commission approved Special Event Permit 21-01 for a pumpkin patch at 777 South Beach Boulevard, with conditions and as per the approved site plan. The consent calendar was also approved, with Commissioner Bernier abstaining from item two. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Special Event Permit 21-01 for pumpkin patch at 777 South Beach Blvd (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar, including waiver of reading and minutes of Aug 9, 2021 (motion passed, Bernier abstained on item 2)

Beautification Committee

The committee will meet to select the District 3 Beautification Awards and receive an update on City Programs. The meeting also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and a review of the upcoming meeting schedule.

• Selection of District 3 Beautification Awards
• Update on City Programs
• Approval of July 28, 2021 meeting minutes
• Review of September, October, and December meeting schedule

The committee voted to select 1530 W. Sheffield Dr. and 381 South Deana as the District 3 Beautification Award recipients. The committee also noted Grace's resignation and discussed upcoming city events, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Selected 1530 W. Sheffield Dr. for District 3 Beautification Award
• Selected 381 South Deana for District 3 Beautification Award
• Noted Grace's resignation; Chamber to select replacement

Successor Agency

The regular meetings for the Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency and the La Habra Civic Improvement Authority scheduled for August 16, 2021, were cancelled. The notice states there was no business to consider at this time.

The August 16, 2021 regular meeting of the Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No decisions were made.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business (unanimous, no members present)

Housing Authority

The La Habra Housing Authority is meeting to handle routine business, including approving prior meeting minutes and a procedural waiver. The main substantive item is a consent calendar action to remove an uninhabitable mobile home at View Park Mobile Home Estates and replace it with a new manufactured home for future affordable housing, funded by a $164,352 budget appropriation.

• Approve minutes from June 21, July 6, July 19, and August 2, 2021 meetings
• Remove uninhabitable mobile home at 1731 West Lambert Road, Space 78, and install new high-efficiency manufactured home
• Authorize Augusta Communities as licensed retailer under 2019 management agreement
• Approve $164,352 budget appropriation from Housing Authority Fund for replacement

Utility Authority

The City Council will vote on an ordinance to prohibit short-term residential rentals and authorize a $92,441 purchase of automated license plate readers. The meeting also includes discussions on the 2021-2029 Draft Housing Element and an employment agreement for the City Manager.

• Ordinance No. 1836 to prohibit short-term residential rentals
• $92,441 purchase of automated license plate readers and camera systems from Vigilant Solutions
• $78,972 allocation of CDBG funds for Community Center parking lot demolition change orders
• Approval of $43,000 agreement with Stetson Engineers, Inc. for groundwater sustainability updates
• Employment agreement for City Manager Jim Sadro

The City Council approved the second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 1836, which adds a definition for short-term residential rentals and prohibits them as a use in the city. The vote was 4-1, with Councilmember Shaw dissenting. The council also approved the 2021-2029 Draft Housing Element, a new employment agreement for the City Manager, and several other consent items.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1836 banning short-term residential rentals (4-1)
• Approved 2021-2029 Draft Housing Element and forwarded to HCD (5-0)
• Approved employment agreement for City Manager Jim Sadro (5-0)
• Approved $92,441 for automated license plate readers and cameras (5-0)
• Approved lease agreement with La Habra Art Association (5-0)
• Reaffirmed local emergency declaration for COVID-19 (5-0, Shaw no)
• Approved $43,000 for Groundwater Sustainability Act update (5-0)
• Approved warrants totaling $941,597.75 and wire transfer of $457,671.20 (5-0)

City Council

The La Habra City Council will hold a regular meeting and joint meeting with the Utility Authority, including a closed session on litigation and property negotiation. The main public items include reviewing the draft 2021-2029 Housing Element, approving a new employment agreement for the City Manager, and adopting an ordinance banning short-term residential rentals. The consent calendar covers routine approvals such as minutes, warrants, and a lease agreement.

• Consider 2021-2029 Draft Housing Element and forward to state HCD
• Approve employment agreement for City Manager Jim Sadro
• Adopt Ordinance No. 1836 prohibiting short-term residential rentals
• Approve $92,441 for automated license plate readers and cameras
• Approve $43,000 for Groundwater Sustainability Act update

The City Council approved the second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 1836, which adds a definition for short-term residential rentals and prohibits them as a land use in the city. The vote was 4-1, with Councilmember Shaw dissenting. The council also approved the 2021-2029 Draft Housing Element, a new employment agreement for the City Manager, and several consent calendar items, including the purchase of automated license plate readers.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1836 banning short-term residential rentals (4-1)
• Approved 2021-2029 Draft Housing Element and forwarded to HCD (5-0)
• Approved employment agreement for City Manager Jim Sadro (5-0)
• Approved purchase of automated license plate readers and camera systems for $92,441 (5-0)
• Approved lease agreement with La Habra Art Association (5-0)
• Approved reaffirmation of local emergency declaration for COVID-19 (5-0, Shaw no)
• Approved notice of completion and change orders for Community Center parking lot demolition (5-0)
• Approved $43,000 agreement with Stetson Engineers for groundwater sustainability update (5-0)

Civic Improvement Authority

The Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency and the La Habra Civic Improvement Authority cancelled their regular meeting scheduled for August 16, 2021. The cancellation was declared because there was no business to consider at that time. No decisions, votes, or discussions took place.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business to consider

The August 16, 2021 regular meeting of the La Habra Civic Improvement Authority was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required. No decisions were made.

Community Services Commission

The Community Services Commission will finalize sub-committee appointments, review and consider approval of the Early Head Start monthly report, and recap the Moving Open House Tour held July 14, 2021. The agenda also includes approval of the June 9, 2021 meeting minutes. Public comments are limited to three minutes per person.

• Finalize sub-committee appointments with Ad Hoc Committee presentation
• Early Head Start Monthly Report for review and approval
• Moving Open House Tour recap from July 14, 2021
• Approve June 9, 2021 meeting minutes

The Community Services Commission unanimously approved the June 9, 2021 minutes and the Child Development monthly reports. They also approved forming an ad-hoc committee to review scholarship program guidelines, with three commissioners appointed. The meeting included updates on the upcoming 'Moving Open House' and various city programs.

• Approved June 9, 2021 minutes (7-0)
• Approved Child Development monthly reports (7-0)
• Approved formation of ad-hoc committee for scholarship guidelines (7-0)
• Appointed Garcia, Laveaga, and Schmidt to scholarship committee

Planning Commission

The La Habra Planning Commission's regular meeting on August 9, 2021, includes two public hearings on alcohol-license requests at grocery/restaurant locations on West Imperial Highway, plus routine consent items (waiving full ordinance readings and approving July 26, 2021 minutes). Both projects are CEQA-exempt as existing facilities.

• Public hearing: Modification 21-04 to CUP 20-01 for an off-sale general alcohol license (ABC Type 21) at a grocery store, 1610 West Imperial Highway
• Public hearing: Modification 21-05 to CUP 20-06 for an instructional tasting license (ABC Type 86) at a grocery store, 1610 West Imperial Highway
• Public hearing: CUP 20-20 for an on-sale beer and wine license (ABC Type 41) at a restaurant, 1301 West Imperial Highway
• Consent: Approve Planning Commission minutes of July 26, 2021
• Consent: Waive full reading of resolutions and ordinances

The La Habra Planning Commission approved three alcohol-related items: a modification to a conditional use permit for off-sale alcohol at a grocery store, a modification for instructional tasting at the same store, and a new conditional use permit for on-sale beer and wine at an IHOP restaurant. All votes were unanimous (4-0) with one commissioner absent. The consent calendar was also approved, with one commissioner abstaining from the minutes approval.

• Approved Modification 21-04 to CUP 20-01 for off-sale alcohol at 1610 W Imperial Hwy (4-0)
• Approved Modification 21-05 to CUP 20-06 for instructional tasting at 1610 W Imperial Hwy (4-0)
• Approved CUP 20-20 for on-sale beer and wine at 1301 W Imperial Hwy (4-0)
• Approved consent calendar including waiver of reading and July 26, 2021 minutes (4-0, Munoz abstained on item 2)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance to regulate or prohibit short-term residential rentals. Other items include approving park wall completion and a landscaping design agreement.

• Public hearing on short-term residential rental regulations
• Professional services agreement with LRM Associates Inc. for $71,135 for Old Reservoir Park lighting and landscaping design
• Acceptance of right-of-way grant deed for 618 East Stearns Avenue
• Notice of completion for the Old Reservoir Park block wall construction
• Approval of warrants totaling $5,271,754.68

The City Council approved the first reading of Ordinance No. 1836, which adds a definition for short-term residential rentals and prohibits them as a use in the city's zoning code. The motion carried 4-1, with Councilmember Shaw voting no. A substitute motion to table the item and explore Expedia Group's programs failed for lack of a second. The council also approved the consent calendar, including a $71,135 design agreement for Old Reservoir Park lighting and landscaping.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 1836 banning short-term residential rentals (4-1)
• Failed substitute motion to table short-term rental ordinance until Aug. 16 (no second)
• Approved consent calendar items 1-7 (5-0)
• Approved $71,135 professional services agreement with LRM Associates for Old Reservoir Park lighting/landscaping design (5-0)
• Approved right-of-way grant deed at 618 East Stearns Avenue (5-0)
• Approved Notice of Completion for Old Reservoir Park Block Wall, Project No. 2-P-20 (5-0)
• Approved warrants totaling $5,271,754.68 (5-0)

Successor Agency

The regular meetings for the Successor Agency, La Habra Civic Improvement Authority, and City of La Habra Housing Authority have been cancelled. There is no business to consider at this time.

The August 2, 2021 regular meeting of the Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No decisions were made.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business

Housing Authority

The regular meetings of the Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency, the La Habra Civic Improvement Authority, and the City of La Habra Housing Authority, scheduled for August 2, 2021, are cancelled because there is no business to consider. The notice was posted at least 72 hours in advance as required by law.

• All three regular meetings cancelled due to no business
• Meetings would have been at 6:30 p.m. in City Council Chamber, 100 East La Habra Boulevard
• Notice posted by City Clerk Laurie Swindell

The August 2, 2021 regular meeting of the La Habra Housing Authority was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No decisions were made.

Utility Authority

The La Habra Utility Authority will consider four consent calendar items, including contracts for sewer manhole roach control, water meters, and engineering services, plus approval of prior meeting minutes. No public hearings or consideration items are scheduled.

• Agreement with Golden Bell Products, Inc. for $55,687.50 to spray 2,250 sewer manholes for roach control
• Purchase order to Core & Main for up to $479,558.72 for water meters and registers
• Agreement with Bucknam and Associates, Inc. for up to $89,975 for water and sewer engineering support
• Waive formal bid requirements for Golden Bell and Bucknam agreements
• Approve minutes of July 19, 2021 meeting

The La Habra Utility Authority approved all consent calendar items, including a $55,687.50 agreement with Golden Bell Products for sewer manhole roach control, a $479,558.72 purchase order for water meters, and an $89,975 engineering services agreement. All items passed unanimously (5-0), with Director Shaw abstaining on the water meter purchase order. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent calendar items 1-5 (5-0)
• Approved waiver of formal bid for Golden Bell Products roach control agreement
• Approved $55,687.50 agreement with Golden Bell Products for sewer manhole roach control
• Approved $479,558.72 purchase order to Core & Main for water meters and registers (Director Shaw abstained)
• Approved waiver of formal bid for Bucknam and Associates engineering services
• Approved $89,975 agreement with Bucknam and Associates for water and sewer engineering support

Civic Improvement Authority

The Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency, the La Habra Civic Improvement Authority, and the City of La Habra Housing Authority have cancelled their regular meetings scheduled for August 2, 2021, due to having no business to consider. The notice was posted at least 72 hours in advance as required.

• All three boards' meetings cancelled for August 2, 2021
• Meetings would have been held at 6:30 p.m. in City Council Chamber, 100 East La Habra Boulevard
• Cancellation due to no business to consider

The August 2, 2021 regular meeting of the La Habra Civic Improvement Authority was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required. No decisions were made.

Beautification Committee

The La Habra Beautification Committee is holding a special meeting to consider several items, including selecting District 2 Beautification Awards, discussing changes to committee guidelines, reviewing ideas implemented by members, and receiving updates on city programs. The agenda is mostly routine, with no public hearings or major contracts.

• Select District 2 Beautification Awards
• Discuss changes to Committee Guidelines
• Committee Ideas implemented by Members
• Update on City Programs

The La Habra Beautification Committee established a 10-minute grace period for member attendance and clarified that excused absences do not count against the 80% attendance requirement. They also selected 311 Rose Ave and 1801 E Vertigo Ave for District 2 Beautification Awards. The committee discussed nomination procedures and received updates on city programs.

• Adopted 10-minute attendance grace period (unanimous)
• Agreed excused absences do not count toward 80% attendance requirement
• Selected 311 Rose Ave and 1801 E Vertigo Ave for District 2 Beautification Awards
• Set nomination deadline for District 3: 8 am on August 18th

Planning Commission

The La Habra Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to review the 2021-2029 draft Housing Element (6th cycle) and consider a resolution recommending the City Council authorize staff to forward it to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) for review and comment. The meeting also includes routine consent items: waiving full reading of resolutions and approving the July 12, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Public hearing on 2021-2029 draft Housing Element (6th cycle) with recommendation to forward to HCD
• CEQA exemption for the Housing Element under section 15061(b)(3)
• Consent item: waive reading in full of resolutions and ordinances
• Consent item: approve Planning Commission minutes of July 12, 2021

The Planning Commission voted 3-0 to approve Resolution No. 21-20, recommending that the City Council authorize staff to forward the draft 2021-2029 Housing Element to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) for review and comment. The decision followed a public hearing with no public comments. Commissioners discussed the ambitious number of accessory dwelling units (ADUs) projected to meet low-income housing targets, but the motion passed without opposition.

• Approved Resolution No. 21-20 recommending City Council authorize forwarding draft Housing Element to HCD (3-0)
• Approved consent calendar including waiver of full reading of resolutions and ordinances and approval of July 12, 2021 minutes (unanimous)

Successor Agency

The regular meetings for the Successor Agency, La Habra Civic Improvement Authority, and City of La Habra Housing Authority have been cancelled. There is no business to consider at this time.

The July 19, 2021 regular meeting of the Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No decisions were made.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business (unanimous, no members present)

City Council

The La Habra City Council will consider authorizing the issuance of up to $94 million in pension obligation bonds to refund CalPERS unfunded liability, and will hold a public hearing on amending the FY 2019-2020 Action Plan to include CDBG-CV3 funds. The consent calendar includes routine approvals such as contracts, permits, and pay adjustments.

• Resolution to issue up to $94M in pension obligation bonds
• Public hearing on CDBG-CV3 funds amendment
• Landscape maintenance contracts: $224,992 (Gauci) and $126,000 (Complete Landscape Care)
• Traffic engineering agreements: $85,000/yr (AGA) and $25,000/yr (Advantec)
• Live entertainment permit for 370 East Whittier Blvd

The La Habra City Council approved a resolution authorizing the issuance and sale of bonds to refund certain pension obligations, including approving the form and execution of a trust agreement and authorizing judicial validation proceedings. The council also approved a substantial amendment to the FY 2019-2020 Action Plan to include third-round CDBG-Coronavirus (CDBG-CV3) funds. All votes were 3-0, with Councilmembers Shaw and Simonian absent.

• Approved Resolution No. 6021 authorizing pension obligation bond refunding (3-0)
• Approved substantial amendment to FY 2019-2020 Action Plan for CDBG-CV3 funds (3-0)
• Approved consent calendar items 1-14, including denial of a liability claim, live entertainment permit, and various contracts (3-0)
• Designated Mayor Espinoza as voting delegate to League of California Cities Annual Conference (3-0)
• Approved one-time lump sum pay adjustments for essential part-time employees (consent)
• Approved $62,000 purchase order for first phase of 'Centennial Farm' museum exhibit (consent)
• Approved landscape maintenance contracts totaling $350,992 (consent)
• Approved traffic engineering services agreements totaling $110,000 annually (consent)

Housing Authority

The regular meetings of the Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency, La Habra Civic Improvement Authority, and City of La Habra Housing Authority scheduled for July 19, 2021, are cancelled because there is no business to consider. The notice was posted at least 72 hours in advance as required.

• All three regular meetings cancelled for July 19, 2021
• No business to consider at this time
• Meetings would have been at 6:30 p.m. in City Council Chamber, 100 East La Habra Boulevard

The July 19, 2021 regular meeting of the City of La Habra Housing Authority was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of the cancellation was posted as required by law. No members were present, and no decisions were made.

• Cancelled the July 19, 2021 regular meeting due to no business to consider
• Posted a Notice of Cancelled Meeting in accordance with law

Utility Authority

The La Habra Utility Authority will consider approving a $72,865 contract with Raftelis Financial Consultants to conduct a water and sewer rate impact fee study. The agenda also includes routine consent items such as approving meeting minutes and waiving full readings of resolutions. No public hearings or separate discussion items are scheduled.

• Approve agreement with Raftelis Financial Consultants, Inc. for $72,865 for water and sewer rate impact fee study
• Waive formal bidding requirements per Municipal Code Section 4.20.080(B)
• Approve minutes from June 21, 2021 and July 6, 2021
• Procedural waiver to read resolutions/ordinances by title only

The La Habra Utility Authority approved a consent calendar that included a $72,865 agreement with Raftelis Financial Consultants, Inc. to conduct a water and sewer rate impact fee study. The board also waived formal bidding requirements for this contract, citing the firm's past work with the city. The minutes from June 21 and July 6, 2021, were approved, and the meeting adjourned without public comment or other discussion.

• Approved consent calendar items 1 through 3 (3-0 vote).
• Waived reading of resolutions and ordinances in full, adopting by title only.
• Approved minutes from June 21, 2021, and July 6, 2021.
• Approved $72,865 agreement with Raftelis Financial Consultants, Inc. for a water and sewer rate impact fee study.
• Waived formal bidding requirements per La Habra Municipal Code Section 4.20.080(B) for the Raftelis contract.
• Authorized the Executive Director to execute the Raftelis agreement.

Civic Improvement Authority

The regular meetings of the Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency, La Habra Civic Improvement Authority, and City of La Habra Housing Authority scheduled for July 19, 2021, are cancelled because there is no business to consider. The notice was posted at least 72 hours in advance as required.

• All three meetings cancelled for July 19, 2021
• No business to consider at this time
• Notice posted at City Hall and Council Chamber

The La Habra Civic Improvement Authority's regular meeting scheduled for July 19, 2021 was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required. No members were present, and no decisions were made.

• Cancelled the July 19, 2021 regular meeting due to no business to consider

Community Services Commission

This is a special meeting of the La Habra Community Services Commission, with the sole agenda item being a staff-guided tour of city facilities and parks. No formal decisions or discussions are scheduled; the meeting is primarily informational and procedural.

• Tour of city facilities and parks led by city staff

Planning Commission

The La Habra Planning Commission is holding a public hearing to decide on two modifications for a restaurant and banquet facility at 651 West Whittier Boulevard. The proposals seek to change the hours of operation and allow alcoholic beverages in the outdoor seating area. The project was determined to be categorically exempt from full environmental review under CEQA. The agenda also includes routine consent items such as approving the minutes from the June 28, 2021 meeting.

• Public hearing on Modification 21-02 to change hours of operation for the restaurant/banquet facility at 651 West Whittier Boulevard.
• Public hearing on Modification 21-03 to allow alcoholic beverages in the outdoor seating area at 651 West Whittier Boulevard.
• Approval of Planning Commission meeting minutes from June 28, 2021.

The Planning Commission approved two resolutions (21-18 and 21-19) to modify Conditional Use Permits 18-09 and 18-11 for the restaurant/banquet facility at 651 West Whittier Boulevard. The modifications allow for extended hours of operation (Sunday until midnight, Friday/Saturday until 1 a.m.) and permit alcoholic beverages in the outdoor seating area, subject to conditions. The project will be re-reviewed in approximately five months.

• Approved Resolution 21-18 modifying CUP 18-09 for the banquet facility with modified hours of operation.
• Approved Resolution 21-19 modifying CUP 18-11 to allow alcohol in the outdoor seating area.
• Modified Sunday hours to 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 midnight; other hours remain as proposed.
• Condition added to re-schedule a public hearing within approximately 5 months to review operations.
• Approved the Consent Calendar, including the June 28, 2021 minutes, with Commissioner Rojas abstaining.

Successor Agency

The regular meetings for the City Council and its associated agencies have been cancelled because there is no business to consider at this time. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Monday, July 19, 2021.

• Cancellation of City Council and Successor Agency meetings

The July 6, 2021 regular meeting of the Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No decisions were made.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business to consider

City Council

The La Habra City Council and its associated agencies have cancelled their regular meeting scheduled for July 6, 2021, because there is no business to consider. The next regular meeting is set for July 19, 2021, at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chamber.

• Cancellation of July 6, 2021 regular meeting
• Next meeting scheduled for July 19, 2021 at 6:30 p.m.
• Meeting location: City Council Chamber, 100 East La Habra Boulevard

The July 6, 2021 regular City Council meeting was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No members were present, and no decisions were made.

• Cancelled the July 6, 2021 regular meeting due to no business to consider

Housing Authority

The La Habra City Council, along with the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency, Civic Improvement Authority, Housing Authority, and Utility Authority, cancelled their regular meetings scheduled for July 6, 2021, due to having no business to consider. The next regular City Council meeting is set for Monday, July 19, 2021, at 6:30 p.m.

• Cancellation of all regular meetings for July 6, 2021
• Next regular City Council meeting scheduled for July 19, 2021 at 6:30 p.m.

The July 6, 2021 regular meeting of the La Habra Housing Authority was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No members were present, and the minutes were approved on August 16, 2021.

• Cancelled the July 6, 2021 regular meeting due to no business to consider
• Posted a Notice of Cancelled Meeting on bulletin boards outside City Hall and Council Chamber

Civic Improvement Authority

The La Habra City Council and its associated agencies (Successor Agency, Civic Improvement Authority, Housing Authority, and Utility Authority) have cancelled their regular meetings scheduled for Tuesday, July 6, 2021, because there is no business to consider. The next regular city council meeting is set for Monday, July 19, 2021, at 6:30 p.m.

• All five regular meetings cancelled for July 6, 2021
• Next regular city council meeting: July 19, 2021, 6:30 p.m.
• Meetings moved from July 5 due to Independence Day holiday
• Notice posted July 1, 2021, at City Hall and Council Chamber

The July 6, 2021 regular meeting of the La Habra Civic Improvement Authority was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No members were present, and no decisions were made.

• Cancelled the July 6, 2021 regular meeting due to no business to consider

Utility Authority

The La Habra City Council and several related bodies (Successor Agency, Civic Improvement Authority, Housing Authority, Utility Authority) cancelled their regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, July 6, 2021, due to having no business to consider. The next regular city council meeting is set for Monday, July 19, 2021, at 6:30 p.m. The cancellation notice was posted July 1, 2021.

• All regular meetings for July 6, 2021 cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled July 19, 2021 at 6:30 p.m.
• Meetings would have been at 100 East La Habra Boulevard

The July 6, 2021 regular meeting of the La Habra Utility Authority was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No members were present, and no decisions were made.

• Cancelled the July 6, 2021 regular meeting due to no business to consider

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to the La Habra Municipal Code to regulate or prohibit short-term residential rentals, including adding new chapters to Titles 5 and 18. The commission will also consider routine consent items, including approving the May 24, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Public hearing on adding Chapter 5.26 (Short-Term Rentals) to Title 5 and Chapter 18.08.140 to Title 18, plus Zone Change 21-01
• Resolution recommending City Council adopt ordinance allowing short-term rentals, or prohibiting them
• Consent item: waive full reading of resolutions and ordinances
• Consent item: approve Planning Commission minutes of May 24, 2021

The Planning Commission voted 4-1 to recommend that the City Council adopt an ordinance prohibiting short-term residential rentals in La Habra. The recommendation, made via Resolution No. 21-16, followed a public hearing where residents from Teakwood raised safety and noise concerns. The item will be forwarded to the City Council for final action.

• Approved the Consent Calendar, including waiving full reading of resolutions and ordinances and approving the May 24, 2021 minutes.
• Recommended (4-1) that the City Council adopt an ordinance prohibiting short-term residential rentals in La Habra (Resolution No. 21-16).
• Commissioner Manley voted no on the short-term rental ban recommendation.

Emergency Preparedness Council

The Emergency Preparedness Council of the City of La Habra has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for June 23, 2021, at 4:00 p.m. in the Harvest Room No. 265, 110 East La Habra Boulevard. The cancellation is due to there being no business to consider at this time. The notice was posted at least 72 hours in advance as required by law.

• Regular meeting cancelled due to no business to consider

Successor Agency

The City Council and several joint agencies are meeting to discuss employee Memorandums of Understanding and compensation plans. The body is also considering several technology purchases and state contracts for childcare and preschool programs.

• Purchase of network virtualization equipment from Global Start Technologies for $136,654.64
• Purchase of Dell Computers network virtualization equipment for $263,238.29
• On-call geotechnical engineering agreements with Twining, Inc., MTGL, Inc., and Ninyo & Moore not to exceed $225,000 total per fiscal year
• Application for Proposition 68 park grant funds for the Oeste Park playground improvement project
• Compensation plans and MOUs for General Services, Municipal Employees, and Police Association personnel

The City Council, Successor Agency, Civic Improvement Authority, Housing Authority, and Utility Authority unanimously adopted the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 municipal budget and related resolutions, including establishing the appropriation limit. The Council also approved the 2020 Urban Water Management Plan update, Water Shortage Contingency Plan, and an addendum to the 2015 plan. A consent calendar was approved, with Councilmember Shaw voting no on reaffirming the COVID-19 local emergency and abstaining on the Proposition 68 park grant application.

• Adopted FY 2021-22 municipal budget and appropriation limit (Resolution 6013, 6014, and related authority resolutions).
• Approved 2020 Urban Water Management Plan update, Water Shortage Contingency Plan, and addendum to 2015 plan (Resolutions 6015-6017).
• Approved consent calendar items 1-18, including purchases of network equipment and agreements for geotechnical services.
• Approved reaffirmation of local emergency declaration due to COVID-19 (Resolution 6002) with Councilmember Shaw voting no.
• Approved application for Proposition 68 park grant funds for Oeste Park playground improvement (Resolution 6003) with Councilmember Shaw abstaining.
• Approved employment agreements and compensation plans for various employee groups (Resolutions 6006-6011).
• Approved interim employment agreement for David Crabtree as Interim Director of Community and Economic Development (Resolution 6012).
• Approved exception to 180-day waiting period to hire CalPERS retired annuitant Christopher L. Johansen as City Engineer (Resolution 6018) with Councilmember Gomez voting no.

Housing Authority

The La Habra City Council, along with several related authorities, will hold a public hearing to adopt the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 budget and set the appropriation limit. The consent calendar includes multiple contracts, equipment purchases, and employee compensation agreements. The meeting also includes a public hearing on the 2020 Urban Water Management Plan update.

• Adopt FY 2021-2022 Municipal Budget and appropriation limit
• Purchase network virtualization equipment from Global Star Technologies for $136,654.64
• Purchase Dell computers and storage for disaster recovery for $263,238.29
• Approve on-call geotechnical engineering services agreements up to $225,000 per fiscal year
• Approve MOUs for employee groups including police, general services, and municipal employees

The City Council, acting jointly with the Housing Authority and other agencies, unanimously adopted the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Municipal Budget and set the appropriation limit. The council also approved a consent calendar of 18 items, including equipment purchases, employee compensation agreements, and a resolution to apply for park grant funds. A separate resolution to hire a CalPERS retired annuitant as City Engineer was approved on a 4-1 vote.

• Adopted FY 2021-22 Municipal Budget and appropriation limit (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar items 1-18 (5-0, with Shaw voting no on item 2 and abstaining on item 6)
• Approved $136,654.64 purchase of network virtualization equipment from Global Star Technologies
• Approved $263,238.29 purchase of Dell computers for disaster recovery
• Approved on-call geotechnical engineering agreements with Twining, MTGL, and Ninyo & Moore
• Approved resolution authorizing application for Proposition 68 park grant funds for Oeste Park playground
• Approved MOUs and compensation plans for multiple employee groups (management, general services, police, professional)
• Approved exception to 180-day waiting period to hire CalPERS retired annuitant Christopher L. Johansen as City Engineer (4-1)

City Council

The La Habra City Council will hold a public hearing to adopt the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 budget for the city and its related agencies, and set the appropriation limit. The council will also consider several routine items, including equipment purchases, service agreements, and employee compensation plans. The meeting includes a closed session on labor negotiations.

• Adopt FY 2021-2022 budget and appropriation limit
• Purchase network virtualization equipment from Global Star Technologies for $136,654.64
• Purchase Dell computers and storage for disaster recovery for $263,238.29
• Approve on-call geotechnical engineering agreements up to $225,000 per year
• Approve MOUs for employee groups (police, general services, etc.) for 2021-2023

The City Council unanimously adopted the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 municipal budget and established the appropriation limit, along with budgets for the Successor Agency, Housing Authority, Utility Authority, and Civic Improvement Authority. The Council also approved the 2020 Urban Water Management Plan update and Water Shortage Contingency Plan. A consent calendar of 18 items was approved, including equipment purchases, employee compensation agreements, and a contract for interim community development director services.

• Adopted FY 2021-2022 municipal budget and appropriation limit (5-0)
• Adopted 2020 Urban Water Management Plan update and Water Shortage Contingency Plan (5-0)
• Approved $136,654.64 network equipment purchase from Global Star Technologies (5-0)
• Approved $263,238.29 Dell computers purchase for disaster recovery (5-0)
• Approved MOUs with five employee groups for 2021-2023 (5-0)
• Approved interim community development director employment agreement (5-0)
• Approved CalPERS retired annuitant exception for city engineer (4-1)
• Reaffirmed local COVID-19 emergency declaration (4-0-1)

Civic Improvement Authority

The La Habra City Council and joint authorities will hold a public hearing to adopt the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 budget and set the appropriation limit. They will also consider several consent items, including equipment purchases, employee compensation agreements, and a water management plan update.

• Adopt FY 2021-2022 budget and appropriation limit
• Purchase network equipment: $136,654.64 (Global Star) and $263,238.29 (Dell)
• Approve MOUs with employee groups (police, general services, etc.)
• Approve contracts for child care and preschool programs
• Adopt 2020 Urban Water Management Plan update

The City Council, along with the Successor Agency, Civic Improvement Authority, Housing Authority, and Utility Authority, unanimously adopted the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 municipal budget and established the appropriation limit for the same period. The council also approved a consent calendar of 18 items, including purchases of network equipment and agreements for geotechnical services, with Councilmember Shaw voting no on the COVID-19 emergency declaration reaffirmation and abstaining on a park grant application. A separate public hearing led to the unanimous adoption of the 2020 Urban Water Management Plan update and related resolutions.

• Adopted FY 2021-22 municipal budget and set appropriation limit (Resolution 6013, 6014, and related agency resolutions).
• Approved consent calendar items 1-18, including $136,654.64 for network equipment and $263,238.29 for Dell computers.
• Reaffirmed the local COVID-19 emergency declaration (Resolution 6002), with Councilmember Shaw voting no.
• Authorized application for Proposition 68 park grant funds for Oeste Park playground (Resolution 6003), with Councilmember Shaw abstaining.
• Approved contracts with the State for child care and preschool programs (Resolutions 6004, 6005).
• Approved memoranda of understanding and compensation plans for multiple employee groups (Resolutions 6006-6011).
• Approved an employment agreement for David Crabtree as Interim Director of Community and Economic Development (Resolution 6012).
• Adopted the 2020 Urban Water Management Plan update and Water Shortage Contingency Plan (Resolutions 6015-6017).

Utility Authority

The La Habra City Council, along with its successor agency and authorities, will hold public hearings to adopt the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 budget and set the appropriation limit. They will also consider several consent calendar items, including equipment purchases, contracts, and employee compensation agreements. The meeting includes closed session labor negotiations and recognition of a planning commissioner.

• Adopt FY 2021-2022 Municipal Budget and set appropriation limit
• Purchase network virtualization equipment from Global Star Technologies for $136,654.64
• Purchase Dell computers and storage for disaster recovery for $263,238.29
• Approve on-call geotechnical engineering services contracts up to $225,000 per year
• Approve MOUs with police, general services, and other employee groups for 2021-2023

The City Council, along with the Successor Agency, Civic Improvement Authority, Housing Authority, and Utility Authority, unanimously adopted the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Municipal Budget and related resolutions, including establishing the appropriation limit. The Council also unanimously approved the 2020 Urban Water Management Plan update, Water Shortage Contingency Plan, and an addendum to the 2015 plan. A separate 4-1 vote approved an exception to the 180-day waiting period to hire a CalPERS retired annuitant as City Engineer, with Councilmember Gomez voting no.

• Adopted FY 2021-2022 Municipal Budget and appropriation limit (5-0)
• Approved 2020 Urban Water Management Plan update and Water Shortage Contingency Plan (5-0)
• Approved exception to hire retired annuitant Christopher L. Johansen as City Engineer (4-1)
• Approved consent calendar items 1-18, including $136,654.64 network equipment purchase and $263,238.29 Dell computers purchase (5-0, with Shaw no on item 2 and abstaining on item 6)
• Approved on-call geotechnical engineering agreements for FY 2021-22 through 2025-26 (5-0)
• Approved MOUs with five employee groups for FY 2021-23 (5-0)
• Approved employment agreement for Interim Director of Community and Economic Development (5-0)
• Approved warrants totaling $1,457,053.54 and wire transfer of $414,000 (5-0)

Planning Commission

The La Habra Planning Commission's regular meeting scheduled for June 14, 2021, has been cancelled. The public hearing on proposed amendments to the municipal code regarding short-term rentals has been continued to June 28, 2021. The agenda includes only this cancellation notice and the rescheduled item.

• Meeting cancelled for June 14, 2021
• Public hearing continued to June 28, 2021
• Proposed addition of Chapter 5.26 (Short Term Rentals) to Title 5
• Proposed addition of Section 5.26.010 violation-nuisance to Title 1
• Zone Change 21-03 adding Chapter 18.08.140 (Short-Term Residential Rentals) to Title 18

Beautification Committee

The La Habra Beautification Committee is holding a special meeting to organize itself and conduct routine business. They will elect a chair and vice chair for a one-year term, review committee expectations, select District 1 Beautification Awards, and receive updates on city programs. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Select a Chair and Vice Chair for a one-year term
• Review Committee Expectations
• Select District 1 Beautification Awards
• Update on City Programs

Community Services Commission

The La Habra Community Services Commission will consider approving the May 12, 2021 meeting minutes, review the EHS Monthly Report, and decide whether to hold its regular July 14 meeting at a special time to accommodate a Moving Open House tour. The commission will also review current subcommittees and consider creating new ones, with no fiscal impact to the General Fund.

• Approve May 12, 2021 meeting minutes
• Review EHS Monthly Report
• Approve special July 14, 2021 meeting time for Moving Open House (9 a.m. - 4 p.m.)
• Review and possibly add subcommittees (e.g., Employment & Training, Children's Museum, Social Services, Veteran's, Scholarships)

The Community Services Commission unanimously approved the minutes of its April 14, 2021 meeting and the Early Head Start monthly report. No other formal decisions were made; the rest of the meeting consisted of staff updates and commissioner comments on upcoming events and programs.

• Approved the April 14, 2021 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved the Early Head Start monthly report (7-0)

Successor Agency

The regular meetings for the Successor Agency, Civic Improvement Authority, Housing Authority, and Utility Authority scheduled for June 7, 2021, were cancelled. The notice states there was no business to consider at this time.

The June 7, 2021 regular meeting of the Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No decisions were made.

Housing Authority

The regular meetings of the Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency, La Habra Civic Improvement Authority, City of La Habra Housing Authority, and La Habra Utility Authority scheduled for June 7, 2021, are cancelled due to no business to consider. The notice was posted at least 72 hours in advance as required by law.

• Cancellation of June 7, 2021 regular meetings for four agencies
• No business to consider at this time
• Meetings were to be held at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chamber, 100 East La Habra Boulevard

The June 7, 2021 regular meeting of the City of La Habra Housing Authority was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No decisions were made.

• Cancelled the June 7, 2021 regular meeting due to no business (unanimous, no members present)

City Council

The La Habra City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent calendar covering routine items, a public hearing on amending the master schedule of fees, and consideration of the FY 2021-2022 proposed budget and a park project update. Key actions include adopting an ordinance on accessory dwelling units, awarding construction contracts, and approving various agreements.

• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 1835 regarding accessory dwelling units (zone change 21-02)
• Award contract to Onyx Paving Company, Inc. for alley improvements (Project No. 4-R-19) in the amount of $282,000 (plus 10% contingency)
• Award contract to Elecnor Belco Electric, Inc. for traffic signal modifications at Harbor Boulevard and Arbolita Drive (Project No. 1-TC-20) in the amount of $290,580 (plus 10% contingency)
• Public hearing to amend the Master Schedule of Fees for various city services
• Consideration of the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Proposed Budget

The City Council unanimously received and filed the proposed Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Municipal Budget totaling $136.4 million, including a $50.3 million General Fund, and also received and filed an update on the Vista Grande Park Development Project. The council approved a consent calendar of 15 items, including a five-year tow services agreement with Graham's Tow, Inc., and adopted resolutions amending the Master Schedule of Fees. No substantive decisions were made beyond these approvals and filings.

• Received and filed FY 2021-2022 proposed budget of $136.4 million (5-0)
• Received and filed Vista Grande Park Development Project update (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar items 1-15, including ADU ordinance, alley paving contract, and traffic signal modifications (5-0)
• Approved five-year tow services agreement with Graham's Tow, Inc. (5-0)
• Adopted resolutions amending Master Schedule of Fees (5-0)
• Approved Measure M2 capital improvement program and resolutions (5-0)
• Approved SB 1 road repair project list (5-0)
• Approved warrants totaling $1,083,161.81 (5-0)

Civic Improvement Authority

The regular meetings of the Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency, La Habra Civic Improvement Authority, City of La Habra Housing Authority, and La Habra Utility Authority, scheduled for June 7, 2021, are cancelled due to no business to consider. The notice was posted 72 hours in advance as required.

• All four agency meetings cancelled
• No business to consider at this time
• Meetings were to be held at 6:30 p.m. in City Council Chamber, 100 East La Habra Boulevard

The June 7, 2021 regular meeting of the La Habra Civic Improvement Authority was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No decisions were made.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business (unanimous, no members present)

Utility Authority

The regular meetings of four La Habra bodies—Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency, Civic Improvement Authority, Housing Authority, and Utility Authority—scheduled for June 7, 2021, are cancelled because there is no business to consider. The notice was posted at least 72 hours in advance as required.

• Cancellation of regular meetings for four city bodies
• No business to consider at this time
• Meetings were to be held at 6:30 p.m. in City Council Chamber, 100 East La Habra Boulevard

The June 7, 2021 regular meeting of the La Habra Utility Authority was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No decisions were made.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business (unanimous, no members present)

General Plan Advisory Committee (GPAC)

The La Habra General Plan Advisory Committee is meeting via Zoom to discuss housing goals, policies, and implementation programs as part of the General Plan update. The agenda includes a presentation by PlaceWorks, public comments, and committee Q&A. The meeting is primarily a discussion and review session, with no final decisions scheduled.

• Presentation on Housing Goals, Policies, and Implementation Programs by PlaceWorks
• Public comment period for items not on the agenda (3-minute limit per speaker)
• Public comment on consideration items (3-minute limit per individual)
• Approval of minutes from May 6, 2021 meeting

City Council

This is a special closed-session meeting of the La Habra City Council, with no public participation permitted. The only agenda item is a conference with the labor negotiator (City Manager Jim Sadro) regarding negotiations with multiple employee organizations, including police and municipal employee groups. Public comments on closed-session matters may be submitted by email before the meeting.

• Closed session conference with labor negotiator per Government Code Section 54957.6
• Employee organizations covered: Police Sworn, Police Civilian, La Habra Municipal Employees Association, General Services, Professional, Management and Executive Management

The City Council met in special session to discuss labor negotiations with multiple employee groups. No substantive decisions were made, and the meeting adjourned without any public announcements or actions.

Planning Commission

The La Habra Planning Commission will hold two public hearings: one to consider a zone variance for a retaining wall and swimming pool within the front setback at 1100 North Hillside Street, and another to determine if the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Seven-Year Capital Improvement Program is consistent with the La Habra General Plan 2035. The consent calendar includes approval of the April 26, 2021 minutes and a procedural waiver. The meeting is in person with limited seating due to COVID-19.

• Public hearing: Zone Variance 21-02 for retaining wall and swimming pool at 1100 North Hillside Street
• Public hearing: Consistency determination for FY 2021-2022 Seven-Year Capital Improvement Program with General Plan 2035
• Consent: Approve Planning Commission minutes of April 26, 2021
• Consent: Waive reading of resolutions and ordinances in full

The Planning Commission approved Zone Variance 21-02, allowing a retaining wall and swimming pool within the front setback at 1100 North Hillside Street, subject to conditions. It also approved Resolution 21-16, finding the FY 2021-2022 Seven-Year Capital Improvement Program consistent with the La Habra General Plan 2035. Both motions passed unanimously (5-0).

• Approved Zone Variance 21-02 for retaining wall and pool at 1100 North Hillside Street (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-16 finding Capital Improvement Program consistent with General Plan 2035 (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including procedural waiver and April 26, 2021 minutes

Beautification Committee

The La Habra Beautification Committee met on May 20, 2021, to consider two specific items: the selection of District 4 Beautification Awards and an update on City Programs. The agenda included standard procedural steps such as roll call, public comments, and a consent calendar, but no specific contracts, ordinances, or fee changes were listed. The meeting adjourned with the next session scheduled for June 17, 2021.

• Selection of District 4 Beautification Awards
• Update on City Programs

Housing Authority

The City of La Habra Housing Authority, along with the Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency, La Habra Civic Improvement Authority, and La Habra Utility Authority, has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for May 17, 2021. The cancellation is due to there being no business to consider at this time. The meeting was to be held at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chamber, 100 East La Habra Boulevard, La Habra, California.

• Regular meeting cancelled due to no business to consider
• Meeting was scheduled for May 17, 2021 at 6:30 p.m.
• Location: City Council Chamber, 100 East La Habra Boulevard
• Notice posted at least 72 hours in advance by City Clerk Laurie Swindell

The May 17, 2021 regular meeting of the City of La Habra Housing Authority was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No decisions were made.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business (unanimous, no members present)

City Council

The La Habra City Council will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on a zone change affecting accessory dwelling units and special needs housing, and the second reading of a cannabis business tax ordinance. The consent calendar includes approvals for traffic sensors, splash pads, new fleet vehicles, and senior transportation contracts. The meeting also includes a closed session on labor negotiations and a presentation from the school district.

• Zone Change 21-02: amendments to Title 18 zoning, including ADU regulations and special needs housing
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 1834 adding Chapter 5.58 (Cannabis Business Tax) to the Municipal Code
• Purchase order to Performance Ford for $352,876.44 for ten new service vehicles
• Purchase order to NexTech Systems for $39,296.50 for traffic sensors
• Contracts for senior mobility services: Yellow Cab (up to $240,000) and Parking Concepts (up to $500,000) over four years

The City Council approved the second reading of Ordinance No. 1834 adding a cannabis business tax to the municipal code, with a 3-1 vote after a substitute motion to lower the distribution tax failed. The Council also approved the first reading of Ordinance No. 1835 for zone change 21-02, which updates accessory dwelling unit regulations and other zoning amendments. Consent calendar items were approved, including a $352,876.44 purchase order for ten Ford service vehicles and contracts for senior mobility transportation services.

• Adopted cannabis business tax ordinance (3-1)
• Approved first reading of ADU zoning ordinance (4-0)
• Approved $352,876.44 purchase order for ten Ford service vehicles (4-0)
• Approved $39,296.50 purchase order for traffic sensors (4-0)
• Approved senior mobility transportation contracts with Yellow Cab and Parking Concepts (4-0)
• Approved Notice of Completion for splash pads at Brio and Oeste Parks (4-0, Shaw abstained)
• Approved warrants totaling $2,201,896.79 (4-0)
• Reaffirmed local COVID-19 emergency declaration (4-0)

Successor Agency

The regular meetings for the Successor Agency, Civic Improvement Authority, Housing Authority, and Utility Authority scheduled for May 17, 2021, were cancelled. The notice states there was no business to consider at this time.

The May 17, 2021 regular meeting of the Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No decisions were made.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business (unanimous, no members present)

Civic Improvement Authority

The regular meetings scheduled for May 17, 2021, for several La Habra agencies were cancelled. There was no business to consider at this time.

• Cancellation of Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency meeting
• Cancellation of La Habra Civic Improvement Authority meeting
• Cancellation of City of La Habra Housing Authority meeting
• Cancellation of La Habra Utility Authority meeting

The May 17, 2021 regular meeting of the La Habra Civic Improvement Authority was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No members were present, and no decisions were made.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business to consider

Utility Authority

The regular meetings of four La Habra bodies — the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency, Civic Improvement Authority, Housing Authority, and Utility Authority — scheduled for May 17, 2021, are cancelled because there is no business to consider. The notice was posted at least 72 hours in advance as required.

• Cancellation of all four regular meetings on May 17, 2021
• No business to consider at this time

The May 17, 2021 regular meeting of the La Habra Utility Authority was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No decisions were made.

Community Services Commission

The La Habra Community Services Commission is holding a regular meeting with a consent calendar to approve the April 14, 2021 meeting minutes and a consideration item to review and approve the Early Head Start monthly report for May 2021. The meeting will be conducted with limited in-person public access due to COVID-19, with written comments accepted via email.

• Approve meeting minutes of April 14, 2021
• Review and approve Early Head Start monthly report for May 2021
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker, 30 minutes total
• Meeting held at Council Chamber, 100 East La Habra Boulevard

The Community Services Commission approved a lease agreement with Phantom Projects Theatre Group to operate the La Habra Depot Theater, forwarding the recommendation to City Council. The commission also reorganized, electing Kathy Felix as Chair and Teresa Kempker as Vice Chair, and approved sub-committee appointments. All decisions were unanimous (7-0).

• Approved lease agreement with Phantom Projects Theatre Group (7-0)
• Elected Kathy Felix as Chair (7-0)
• Elected Teresa Kempker as Vice Chair (7-0)
• Approved sub-committee appointments (7-0)
• Approved Child Development Monthly Reports (7-0)
• Approved minutes of March 10, 2021 (7-0)

Planning Commission

The La Habra Planning Commission's regular meeting scheduled for May 10, 2021, at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chamber has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to there being no business to consider at that time.

• Regular meeting cancelled due to no business
• Meeting was scheduled for May 10, 2021, at 6:30 p.m.
• Location: City Council Chamber, 100 East La Habra Boulevard
• Notice posted 72 hours in advance by Secretary Veronica Lopez

General Plan Advisory Committee (GPAC)

The La Habra General Plan Advisory Committee (GPAC) will hear a presentation by PlaceWorks on housing goals, policies, and implementation programs, followed by public comments and committee Q&A. The meeting will be held via Zoom due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The agenda also includes approval of the March 23, 2021 minutes and public comment periods. This is a working session focused on the Housing Element of the General Plan.

• Presentation by PlaceWorks on Housing Goals, Policies, and Implementation Programs
• Public comment period for housing-related items
• Approval of March 23, 2021 meeting minutes
• Remote participation via Zoom (Meeting ID: 828 1521 2766, Passcode: 141757)

The GPAC reviewed draft housing goals, policies, and programs for the General Plan Housing Element, with discussion on topics like affordable housing, inclusionary housing, and senior housing. No formal decisions were made on the content; the policies are a work in progress and will be revised based on input. The committee approved the minutes from the March 23, 2021 meeting and scheduled the next meeting for early June.

• Approved GPAC meeting minutes of March 23, 2021
• Reviewed draft housing goals, policies, and programs (no formal action)
• Scheduled next meeting for early June to review revised policies and Safety Element

Housing Authority

The regular meetings of the Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency, La Habra Civic Improvement Authority, City of La Habra Housing Authority, and La Habra Utility Authority scheduled for May 3, 2021, are cancelled because there is no business to consider. The notice was posted at least 72 hours in advance as required.

• Cancellation of May 3, 2021 regular meetings for four agencies
• No business to consider at this time
• Meetings would have been held at 6:30 p.m. in City Council Chamber, 100 East La Habra Boulevard

The May 3, 2021 regular meeting of the City of La Habra Housing Authority was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No decisions were made.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business to consider

City Council

The La Habra City Council is meeting to consider a consent calendar of routine items, including contracts for youth employment services, street rehabilitation, and demolition work. The council will also hold a closed session on labor negotiations with employee organizations. No public hearings or separate consideration items are scheduled.

• Approve $2,180,915 WIOA agreement with County of Orange for 'Ready, S.E.T. OC' youth employment program
• Award $108,190 contract to Granville Contracting for demolition at 115 and 121 North Euclid Street
• Award $593,000 contract to Hardy & Harper for residential street rehabilitation and slurry seal project
• Approve $74,000 appropriation for additional Onward Engineering inspection services
• Approve resolutions upholding Planning Commission decisions on zone variances at 161 West Hidden Lane

Civic Improvement Authority

The regular meetings of the Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency, La Habra Civic Improvement Authority, City of La Habra Housing Authority, and La Habra Utility Authority, scheduled for May 3, 2021, are cancelled due to no business to consider. The notice was posted publicly at least 72 hours in advance.

• Cancellation of four regular meetings
• Reason: no business to consider
• Meetings were scheduled for 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chamber
• Notice posted by City Clerk Laurie Swindell

The May 3, 2021 regular meeting of the La Habra Civic Improvement Authority was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No decisions were made.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business (unanimous, no members present)

Utility Authority

The regular meetings of the Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency, La Habra Civic Improvement Authority, City of La Habra Housing Authority, and La Habra Utility Authority scheduled for May 3, 2021, are cancelled because there is no business to consider. The notice was posted at least 72 hours in advance as required.

• Cancellation of regular meetings for four city boards/authorities
• No business to consider at this time

The May 3, 2021 regular meeting of the La Habra Utility Authority was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No decisions were made.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business to consider

Successor Agency

The regular meetings for the Successor Agency, Civic Improvement Authority, Housing Authority, and Utility Authority scheduled for May 3, 2021, were cancelled. The notice states there was no business to consider at this time.

The May 3, 2021 regular meeting of the Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No decisions were made.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business (unanimous, no members present)

Planning Commission

The La Habra Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide whether to approve Modification 21-01 to Conditional Use Permit 19-04, which would allow a tattoo parlor at 336 North Harbor Boulevard to add body piercing services. The commission will also consider routine consent items, including approving minutes and waiving full readings, and will reorganize by appointing a new chair and vice chair. Additionally, they will receive and file a list of standard conditions.

• Public hearing on Modification 21-01 to Conditional Use Permit 19-04 for body piercing at 336 North Harbor Boulevard
• Planning Commission reorganization: appointment of Chair and Vice Chair
• Receive and file list of 'Standard Conditions'
• Approve minutes of April 12, 2021
• Waive reading of resolutions and ordinances

The Planning Commission unanimously approved Modification 21-01 to Conditional Use Permit 19-04, allowing a tattoo parlor at 336 North Harbor Boulevard to add body piercing services. The commission also reorganized, appointing Commissioner Manley as Chair and Commissioner Munoz as Vice Chair for 2021-2022. Consent calendar items, including approval of prior minutes, were approved. The commission received and filed the list of standard conditions.

• Approved Modification 21-01 to Conditional Use Permit 19-04 for body piercing services at 336 North Harbor Blvd (5-0)
• Appointed Commissioner Manley as Chair for 2021-2022 (5-0)
• Appointed Commissioner Munoz as Vice Chair for 2021-2022 (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including waiver of full reading and April 12, 2021 minutes (5-0)
• Received and filed the list of standard conditions (5-0)

Utility Authority

The regular meeting scheduled for April 19, 2021, was cancelled. The notice states there was no business to consider at this time.

The April 19, 2021 regular meeting of the La Habra Utility Authority was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No members were present, and no decisions were made.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business to consider

Housing Authority

The regular meetings of the Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency, La Habra Civic Improvement Authority, City of La Habra Housing Authority, and La Habra Utility Authority scheduled for April 19, 2021, are cancelled because there is no business to consider. The notice was posted in accordance with the law.

• All four boards' meetings cancelled for April 19, 2021
• No business to consider at this time

The April 19, 2021 regular meeting of the City of La Habra Housing Authority was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No decisions were made.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business to consider

City Council

The La Habra City Council will hold public hearings on two zoning variance appeals for a single-family home at 161 West Hidden Lane, and on the FY 2021-2022 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Annual Action Plan. The Council will also consider awarding a five-year management agreement for the Depot Theater to Phantom Projects Theatre Group, and discuss displaying "In God We Trust" in the Council Chamber. Several routine items are on the consent calendar, including a $52,126.80 contract for a block wall at Old Reservoir Park and approval of warrants totaling $1,656,208.19.

• Public hearing: appeal of Planning Commission approval of Zone Variance 21-01 (lot size reduction from 7,200 to 6,192 sq ft) and denial of Zone Variance 20-01 (rear yard setback reduction from 25 to 6 ft) at 161 West Hidden Lane
• Public hearing: approve FY 2021-2022 CDBG Annual Action Plan and submit application for $636,529 in federal funding
• Consider awarding management agreement for Depot Theater to Phantom Projects Theatre Group, May 1, 2021 – April 30, 2026
• Award contract to OCLA Construction for Old Reservoir Park Block Wall, City Project No. 2-P-20, in the amount of $52,126.80 (including 10% contingency)
• Approve warrants Nos. 00129459 through 00129618 totaling $1,656,208.19

The City Council upheld the Planning Commission's approval of Zone Variance 21-01 to reduce the minimum lot size from 7,200 to 6,192 square feet for a single-family home at 161 West Hidden Lane, and denied Zone Variance 20-01 to reduce the rear yard setback from 25 to 6 feet. The council also approved a management agreement with Phantom Projects Theatre Group for the Depot Theater, approved the FY 2021-2022 CDBG Annual Action Plan, and approved displaying 'In God We Trust' in the council chamber.

• Upheld Zone Variance 21-01 reducing minimum lot size to 6,192 sq ft at 161 W Hidden Lane (4-0)
• Denied Zone Variance 20-01 to reduce rear yard setback to 6 ft at 161 W Hidden Lane (4-0)
• Approved management agreement with Phantom Projects Theatre Group for Depot Theater (4-0)
• Approved FY 2021-2022 CDBG Annual Action Plan with $636,529 in funding (5-0)
• Approved display of 'In God We Trust' above city flag in council chamber (5-0)
• Approved FM3 community satisfaction and budget priority survey (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar items 1-7, 9-10 including $52,126.80 contract for Old Reservoir Park block wall (5-0)
• Denied liability claims of Mal Soon Park, Suk C. Lee, and Roma Damo (5-0)

Civic Improvement Authority

The regular meetings scheduled for April 19, 2021, for several La Habra successor agencies were cancelled. There was no business to consider at this time.

The April 19, 2021 regular meeting of the La Habra Civic Improvement Authority was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No members were present, and no decisions were made.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business to consider

Successor Agency

The regular meetings scheduled for April 19, 2021, have been cancelled. There is no business to consider at this time.

The April 19, 2021 regular meeting of the Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency was cancelled due to no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No decisions were made.

Community Services Commission

The Community Services Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, elect officers, make sub-committee appointments, review an EHS report, and discuss a proposed lease agreement with Phantom Projects Theatre Group to operate the La Habra Depot Theatre. The meeting is conducted in person with COVID-19 safety measures, including limited public speaking and written comments.

• Approve minutes of March 10, 2021
• Elect Chair and Vice Chair for one-year terms (April 2021-April 2022)
• Appoint members to sub-committees: CDBG, Child Development, Special Events, Youth, Parks, Senior & Social Services
• Review and approve EHS Monthly Report
• Review and approve lease agreement with Phantom Projects Theatre Group for La Habra Depot Theatre

The Community Services Commission approved the Child Development Manager's monthly reports, including Early Head Start, cost reimbursement, program, and CACFP reports, with a 7-0 vote. The commission also reviewed sub-committees for 2021-2022, with appointments scheduled for the April 14 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included updates on community programs and events.

• Approved February 10, 2021 minutes (6-0, Rojas abstained)
• Approved Child Development Manager's monthly reports (7-0)

Planning Commission

The La Habra Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a design review and conditional use permit for a 20,000-square-foot medical office building at 1201 West Whittier Boulevard with shared parking, and a zone change recommending amendments to Title 18 zoning, including accessory dwelling unit regulations. The commission will also consider consent calendar items, including approval of the March 22, 2021 minutes.

• Design Review 20-05: 20,000 sq ft medical office building at 1201 West Whittier Boulevard
• Conditional Use Permit 20-16: shared parking at 1201-1465 West Whittier Boulevard
• Zone Change 21-02: amendments to Title 18, including ADU section 18.12.150 and special needs housing
• CEQA exemptions cited for both projects
• Consent calendar: approval of March 22, 2021 minutes

The Planning Commission approved a design review for a 20,000-square-foot medical office building at 1201 West Whittier Boulevard and a conditional use permit for shared parking at 1201-1465 West Whittier Boulevard, both by a 4-0 vote. The Commission also recommended that the City Council adopt a zone change amending Title 18 zoning, including accessory dwelling unit and special needs housing provisions, by a 4-0 vote. All items were approved without opposition.

City Council

The La Habra City Council is holding a special meeting to receive a report on pension obligation bonds (POBs), consider authorizing a court validation process costing about $30,000, and potentially direct staff to further evaluate POBs. The meeting is primarily a study session, with no other substantive action items on the agenda.

• Presentation and review of pension obligation bond (POB) options and analysis
• Proposed authorization to initiate a Court Validation process at a cost of approximately $30,000
• Direction to staff to proceed with additional evaluation of potential POBs after validation

The City Council received a report on pension obligation bond (POB) options and authorized staff to begin a court validation process at an estimated cost of $30,000. Staff was also directed to continue evaluating potential POB issuance after the validation is complete. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Received and filed the POB report and presentation.
• Authorized staff to initiate a Court Validation process at a cost of approximately $30,000.
• Directed staff to proceed with additional evaluation of potential POB for Council consideration after validation.

Utility Authority

The regular meeting scheduled for April 5, 2021, was cancelled. The notice states there was no business to consider at this time.

The April 5, 2021 regular meeting of the La Habra Utility Authority was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required. No decisions were made.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business (unanimous, no members present)

Housing Authority

The regular meetings of the Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency, La Habra Civic Improvement Authority, City of La Habra Housing Authority, and La Habra Utility Authority, scheduled for April 5, 2021, are cancelled because there is no business to consider. The notice was posted at least 72 hours in advance as required by law.

• All four regular meetings cancelled for April 5, 2021
• No business to consider at this time
• Meetings would have been at 6:30 p.m. in City Council Chamber, 100 East La Habra Boulevard

The April 5, 2021 regular meeting of the City of La Habra Housing Authority was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No members were present, and no decisions were made.

• Cancelled the April 5, 2021 regular meeting due to no business to consider

City Council

The La Habra City Council will hold a public hearing on the first reading of an ordinance adding a cannabis business tax to the municipal code. The consent calendar includes routine items such as approving minutes, reaffirming the COVID-19 local emergency, and renewing the city's earthquake insurance policy. The council will also consider a report on repealing the fireworks prohibition but is expected to take no action.

• First reading of ordinance adding Chapter 5.58 (Cannabis Business Tax) to Title 5
• Adoption of Ordinance No. 1833 adding Chapter 18.82 (Inclusionary Housing Units) to zoning code
• Earthquake insurance policy renewal: $5 million primary with Landmark American, $70.69 million excess coverage
• Warrants totaling $3,492,767.95
• Consideration of repealing Ordinance No. 1317 prohibiting fireworks (no action expected)

The City Council approved the second reading of Ordinance No. 1833, adding an inclusionary housing requirement to the zoning code, by a 3-2 vote. It also approved the first reading of Ordinance No. 1834, adding a cannabis business tax, by a 4-1 vote. A motion to add a 1% tax on distribution facilities failed for lack of a second. The council voted 4-1 to take no action on repealing the fireworks prohibition.

• Adopted inclusionary housing ordinance (Ordinance No. 1833) (3-2)
• Approved first reading of cannabis business tax ordinance (Ordinance No. 1834) (4-1)
• Motion to add 1% tax on distribution facilities failed (no second)
• Took no action on repealing fireworks prohibition (4-1)
• Approved consent calendar items 1-12 except item 6 (5-0)
• Approved earthquake insurance policy renewal with $5M primary and $70.69M excess coverage
• Approved $3,492,767.95 in warrants
• Approved OCTA shuttle service extension and project delay request

Civic Improvement Authority

The regular meetings scheduled for April 5, 2021, for several La Habra agencies were cancelled. There was no business to consider at this time.

The April 5, 2021 regular meeting of the La Habra Civic Improvement Authority was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No decisions were made.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business to consider

Successor Agency

The regular meetings for the Successor Agency, Civic Improvement Authority, Housing Authority, and Utility Authority scheduled for April 5, 2021, were cancelled. The notice states there was no business to consider at this time.

The April 5, 2021 regular meeting of the Successor Agency was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of the cancelled meeting was posted as required by law. No agency members were present, and the minutes were approved on June 21, 2021.

• Cancelled the regular meeting due to no business to consider
• Posted a Notice of Cancelled Meeting in accordance with law

Emergency Preparedness Council

The Emergency Preparedness Council of the City of La Habra has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for March 24, 2021, at 4:00 p.m. in the Harvest Room. The cancellation is due to there being no business to consider at this time. The notice was posted publicly at least 72 hours in advance.

• Regular meeting cancelled due to no business
• Meeting was scheduled for March 24, 2021, at 4:00 p.m.
• Location: Harvest Room No. 265, 110 East La Habra Boulevard
• Notice posted by Secretary David Gonzalez

General Plan Advisory Committee (GPAC)

The General Plan Advisory Committee will hear a presentation from PlaceWorks on a strategy to meet La Habra's 804-unit Regional Housing Needs Assessment for 2021-2029. The meeting includes discussion of potential housing sites, accessory dwelling units, and approved or pending housing projects. Public comments will be taken on these consideration items.

• Presentation by PlaceWorks on housing sites strategy
• Review of 804-unit RHNA allocation for 2021-2029
• Discussion of potential housing sites, including 330 S. Monte Vista St. and 1101 N. Harbor Blvd.
• Update on ADU permits: 43 permitted in 2020, 50 projected annually
• Approved projects: 1 apartment (5 units), 2 condos (61 units), 7 single-family homes

The General Plan Advisory Committee discussed potential housing sites to meet state RHNA requirements, with staff clarifying that 263 more above-moderate-income units are needed over the next eight years. The committee heard public comments emphasizing the need for affordable housing, including for veterans, and discussed strategies like ADUs and inclusionary zoning. No formal decisions were made on housing policy; the committee only approved the February 4, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Approved the GPAC meeting minutes of February 4, 2021.
• Discussed potential housing sites to meet RHNA requirements, with staff noting a surplus in capacity.
• Heard public comments on the need for affordable housing, including for veterans.
• Agreed to continue meetings via Zoom at least until May.
• Staff to send list of current affordable housing policies to members before next meeting.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide on a conditional use permit for an automobile repair facility at 401 East La Habra Boulevard. The project is categorically exempt from CEQA. The commission will also approve the minutes from the March 8 meeting and handle routine consent items.

• Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit 20-21 for auto repair at 401 East La Habra Boulevard
• CEQA categorical exemption (Class 1, Existing Facilities) for the auto repair project
• Approval of Planning Commission minutes from March 8, 2021
• Procedural waiver to read resolutions by title only

The Planning Commission approved Conditional Use Permit 20-21 for an automobile repair facility at 401 East La Habra Boulevard, subject to conditions. The approval was unanimous (4-0, with one commissioner absent). The Commission denied the applicant's request to waive conditions until after business operations began.

• Approved the Consent Calendar, including waiving full reading of resolutions and ordinances and approving the March 8, 2021 minutes.
• Approved Resolution No. 21-10 for Conditional Use Permit 20-21 to establish an automobile repair facility at 401 East La Habra Boulevard, subject to conditions.
• Denied the applicant's request to waive conditions until after business operations began.

Utility Authority

The City Council and joint authorities are meeting to discuss zoning changes for cannabis activity and inclusionary housing. The body will also review a mid-year budget update and authorize several police and public works recruitments.

• Public hearing for Zone Change 20-03 to add Chapter 18.82 regarding inclusionary housing units
• Adoption of Ordinance No. 1832 to modify commercial cannabis activity development standards
• Workers’ compensation insurance renewal with Safety National Casualty for $187,988
• Lease agreement with La Habra Host Lions Club for Veteran's Hall at 209 North Orange Street
• Approval of warrants totaling $694,001.07 and wire transfers totaling $335,779.77

The City Council approved the first reading of Ordinance No. 1833, adding an Inclusionary Housing chapter to the zoning code. The ordinance applies to residential developments of 10 units or more and includes an in-lieu fee of $6.50 per square foot. The vote was 3-1, with Councilmember Shaw voting no and Councilmember Gomez abstaining. The council also approved the mid-year budget update and recruitment of previously frozen positions.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 1833 (Inclusionary Housing) for 10+ unit projects, with in-lieu fee of $6.50/sq ft, effective July 1, 2021 (3-1).
• Approved the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Mid-Year Budget Update (5-0).
• Approved recruitment of a Senior Civil Engineer in Public Works (5-0).
• Approved recruitment of Police Sergeant, Corporal, Officer, CSO II, Crime Analyst, Communication Operator, and two Police Trainees (5-0).
• Approved reclassification of a Community Service Officer to Court Liaison Specialist at Pay Range P19 (5-0).
• Approved consent calendar items 1-8, including renewal of excess workers' comp insurance ($187,988) and warrants totaling $694,001.07 (5-0).
• Approved second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 1832 (Commercial Cannabis Activity development standards) (5-0).
• Approved lease agreement with La Habra Host Lions Club for Veteran's Hall for one year with renewal options (5-0).

Housing Authority

The La Habra City Council, along with several related authorities, is meeting to handle routine approvals and a public hearing on a new inclusionary housing ordinance. They will also review the mid-year budget update and consider hiring for several police and public works positions.

• Public hearing on Zone Change 20-03 to add Chapter 18.82 (Inclusionary Housing Units) to the zoning code
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 1832 amending Chapter 18.22 (Commercial Cannabis Activity) development standards
• Renewal of excess workers' compensation insurance with Safety National Casualty at $187,988 annual premium
• Lease agreement with La Habra Host Lions Club for Veteran's Hall at 209 North Orange Street
• Mid-year budget update including recruitment of police and public works positions

The City Council approved the first reading of Ordinance No. 1833, which would add an inclusionary housing requirement for residential developments of 10 or more units, with a 15% affordable housing mandate and an in-lieu fee of $6.50 per square foot. The vote was 3-1, with Councilmember Shaw opposed and Councilmember Gomez abstaining. The ordinance is set to take effect July 1, 2021. The council also approved the mid-year budget update and authorized recruitment for several previously frozen positions.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 1833 (inclusionary housing) 3-1, with amendments to apply to projects of 10+ units and set in-lieu fee at $6.50/sq ft.
• Approved consent calendar items 1-8, including minutes, insurance renewal, lease agreement, and warrants.
• Approved the second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 1832 (commercial cannabis zoning changes).
• Received and filed the Fiscal Year 2019-2020 audited annual financial reports.
• Received and filed the annual General Plan report for calendar year 2020.
• Received and filed the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Mid-Year Budget Update.
• Approved recruitment for a Senior Civil Engineer and multiple police department positions.
• Approved reclassification of a Community Service Officer to Court Liaison Specialist.

Civic Improvement Authority

The City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed zone change to add inclusionary housing units to the municipal code. The meeting also includes a mid-year budget update and several administrative approvals.

• Public hearing for Ordinance No. 20-03 regarding Inclusionary Housing Units
• Renewal of workers' compensation insurance with Safety National Casualty for $187,988
• Approval of cannabis activity development standard modifications (Ordinance No. 1832)
• Lease agreement for La Habra Host Lions Club at 209 North Orange Street
• Approval of warrants totaling $694,001.07 and wire transfers totaling $335,779.77

The City Council approved the first reading of Ordinance No. 1833, which adds Chapter 18.82 (Inclusionary Housing Units) to the zoning code, requiring 15% affordable units in residential developments of 10 or more units, with an in-lieu fee of $6.50 per square foot. The vote was 3-1, with Councilmember Shaw opposed and Councilmember Gomez abstaining. The council also approved the mid-year budget update, including recruitment of previously frozen police and engineering positions, and renewed the excess workers' compensation insurance policy.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 1833 (Inclusionary Housing) with amendments, effective July 1, 2021, by a 3-1 vote.
• Approved the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Mid-Year Budget Update and recruitment of a Senior Civil Engineer and multiple police department positions.
• Approved reclassification of a Community Service Officer to Court Liaison Specialist at Pay Range P19.
• Approved renewal of excess workers' compensation insurance with Safety National Casualty for $187,988 for one year.
• Approved lease agreement with La Habra Host Lions Club for Veteran's Hall for one year with renewal options.
• Approved warrants totaling $694,001.07 and wire transfers totaling $335,779.77.
• Approved consent calendar items including minutes, procedural waiver, and receipt of audited financial reports.
• Received and filed the Annual Report on the General Plan for calendar year 2020.

Successor Agency

The City Council and joint authorities are meeting to discuss zoning changes for cannabis activity and inclusionary housing. The body will also review a mid-year budget update and approve various personnel recruitments for the Police and Public Works departments.

• Public hearing for Zone Change 20-03 to add Chapter 18.82 regarding Inclusionary Housing Units
• Adoption of Ordinance No. 1832 to modify commercial cannabis activity development standards
• Workers’ Compensation insurance renewal with Safety National Casualty for $187,988
• Lease agreement with La Habra Host Lions Club for Veteran's Hall at 209 North Orange Street
• Approval of warrants totaling $694,001.07 and wire transfers totaling $335,779.77

The City Council approved the first reading of Ordinance No. 1833, adding Chapter 18.82 (Inclusionary Housing Units) to the zoning code, requiring 15% affordable units in residential developments of 10+ units, with an in-lieu fee of $6.50 per square foot. The vote was 3-1, with Councilmember Shaw opposed and Councilmember Gomez abstaining. The council also approved the mid-year budget update, including recruitment of previously frozen police and public works positions, and renewed the excess workers' compensation insurance policy.

• Approved first reading of inclusionary housing ordinance (3-1)
• Approved mid-year budget update and recruitment of police and civil engineer positions (5-0)
• Approved excess workers' compensation insurance renewal with Safety National Casualty (5-0)
• Approved lease agreement with La Habra Host Lions Club for Veteran's Hall (5-0)
• Approved warrants totaling $694,001.07 and wire transfers totaling $335,779.77 (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar items 1-8 and agency items (5-0)
• Received and filed FY 2019-2020 audited financial reports (5-0)
• Received and filed annual General Plan report for 2020 (5-0)

City Council

The La Habra City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed inclusionary housing ordinance, consider the mid-year budget update, and act on routine consent items including a workers' compensation insurance renewal and a lease agreement. The meeting also includes closed session labor negotiations and joint meetings with several city authorities.

• Public hearing on Zone Change 20-03 adding Chapter 18.82 (Inclusionary Housing Units) to the zoning code
• Mid-year budget update with approval to recruit for police and public works positions
• Renew excess workers' compensation insurance with Safety National Casualty for $187,988 annual premium
• Approve lease agreement with La Habra Host Lions Club for Veteran's Hall at 209 North Orange Street
• Approve warrants totaling $694,001.07 and wire transfers totaling $335,779.77

The City Council approved the first reading of Ordinance No. 1833, which adds an inclusionary housing chapter to the zoning code, requiring 15% affordable units in developments of 10+ units, with an in-lieu fee of $6.50 per square foot. The vote was 3-1, with Councilmember Shaw opposed and Councilmember Gomez abstaining. The council also approved the mid-year budget update and authorized recruitment for several previously frozen positions.

• Approved first reading of inclusionary housing ordinance (3-1, Shaw no, Gomez abstain)
• Approved consent calendar items 1-8 and agency items (5-0)
• Approved excess workers' comp insurance renewal with Safety National Casualty, $187,988 premium (5-0)
• Approved La Habra Host Lions Club lease for Veteran's Hall, one year with five renewals (5-0)
• Approved warrants totaling $694,001.07 and wire transfers of $335,779.77 (5-0)
• Received and filed FY 2019-2020 audited financial reports (5-0)
• Received and filed 2020 General Plan annual report (5-0)
• Approved mid-year budget update and recruitment of police and engineer positions (5-0)

Community Services Commission

The La Habra Community Services Commission will hold a telephonic meeting via Zoom due to COVID-19, with the Council Chamber closed to the public. The agenda includes approval of February 2021 meeting minutes, an EHS Monthly Report, and a review of 2020-2021 sub-committees with appointments to be made at the April 14th meeting. Public comments can be submitted by email or via Zoom, with a 3-minute limit per speaker and 30-minute total for general comments.

• Approve meeting minutes of February 10, 2021
• EHS Monthly Report for review and approval
• Review Commission sub-committees 2020-2021, appointments at April 14th meeting
• Meeting conducted via Zoom, Council Chamber closed to public
• Public comments via email or Zoom, 3-minute limit per speaker

The Community Services Commission approved the CDBG subcommittee's recommendation for $680,000 in proposed funding for FY 2021-2022, which will be forwarded to the City Council for a public hearing. The commission also approved the Child Development Manager's monthly reports and the 2020-2021 child outcome assessment report and action plan. All votes were unanimous (6-0).

• Approved CDBG subcommittee recommendation for $680,000 in FY 2021-2022 funding (6-0)
• Approved Child Development Manager's monthly report, Head Start cost reimbursement report, monthly program report, and CACFP report (6-0)
• Approved 2020-2021 child outcome/child assessment, 1st assessment period report and action plan (6-0)
• Approved minutes of January 13, 2021 meeting (6-0)

Planning Commission

The La Habra Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider two zone variances for a single-family home at 161 West Hidden Lane: one to reduce the rear yard setback from 25 to 6 feet, and another to reduce the minimum lot size from 7,200 to 6,192 square feet. The meeting will be conducted via Zoom due to COVID-19, with no in-person attendance. The commission will also approve the February 8, 2021 meeting minutes and waive full reading of resolutions.

• Public hearing on Zone Variance 20-01 to reduce rear yard setback from 25 to 6 feet at 161 West Hidden Lane
• Public hearing on Zone Variance 21-01 to reduce minimum lot size from 7,200 to 6,192 square feet at 161 West Hidden Lane
• Approval of Planning Commission minutes from February 8, 2021
• Procedural waiver to read resolutions and ordinances by title only
• Meeting conducted via Zoom; public comment by email, phone, or audio conference

The Planning Commission denied Zone Variance 20-01, which would have reduced the rear yard setback from 25 feet to 6 feet for a single-family home at 161 West Hidden Lane, by a 3-2 vote. The Commission approved Zone Variance 21-01, reducing the minimum lot size from 7,200 to 6,192 square feet for the same project, by a 4-1 vote. The meeting was conducted via teleconference, and the public participated by phone or email.

• Approved the Consent Calendar, including procedural waivers and the February 8, 2021 minutes.
• Denied Zone Variance 20-01 (rear yard setback reduction from 25 to 6 feet) by a 3-2 vote.
• Approved Zone Variance 21-01 (minimum lot size reduction from 7,200 to 6,192 square feet) by a 4-1 vote.
• Heard public comments and staff reports on the variances, including concerns about fire access, septic, and lot size.
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:05 p.m.

Utility Authority

The regular meetings scheduled for March 1, 2021, have been cancelled. There is no business to consider at this time for the specified agencies.

The March 1, 2021 regular meeting of the La Habra Utility Authority was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No decisions were made.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business (unanimous, no members present)

Housing Authority

The La Habra City Council and Housing Authority will meet jointly to consider several items, including a zone change for commercial cannabis activity, approval of city goals for fiscal year 2021-2022, and the purchase of two properties from the Housing Authority. The meeting also includes routine consent items such as contract awards and ordinance adoptions.

• Zone Change 21-01 amending Municipal Code Title 18, Chapter 18.22 (Commercial Cannabis Activity) to modify development standards and approve cannabis business permit process
• Purchase of 200 West Greenwood Avenue from Housing Authority for $773,000, with $777,000 appropriation from General Fund land acquisition reserves
• Purchase of 209 North Euclid Street from Housing Authority for $230,000, with $232,000 appropriation from General Fund land acquisition reserves
• Award contract to J B Bostick Company, Inc. for parking lot resurfacing at Oeste Park, $41,373.70 (with 10% contingency, total $45,511.07)
• Purchase order to Wondries Fleet Group for four 2019 Ford F-250 pickup trucks, $122,812.33

The La Habra City Council and Housing Authority approved the first reading of Ordinance No. 1832 to modify commercial cannabis development standards and the application process. They also adopted Resolution No. 5989 to apply for Statewide Park Development and Community Revitalization Program grant funds, and approved the purchase of two properties (200 West Greenwood Avenue for $773,000 and 209 North Euclid Street for $230,000) from the Housing Authority. The consent calendar was approved, including a $41,373.70 contract for parking lot resurfacing at Oeste Park and a $122,812.33 purchase order for four Ford F-250 trucks.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 1832 (Zone Change 21-01) to modify commercial cannabis development standards and approve the application evaluation process (4-0, Gomez abstained).
• Adopted Resolution No. 5989 authorizing submittal of applications for Statewide Park Development and Community Revitalization Program grant funds (5-0).
• Approved purchase and sales agreement for 200 West Greenwood Avenue for $773,000, with $777,000 appropriation from General Fund Land Acquisition Reserves (5-0).
• Approved purchase and sales agreement for 209 North Euclid Street for $230,000, with $232,000 appropriation from General Fund Land Acquisition Reserves (5-0).
• Approved consent calendar, including denial of David Collins' liability claim, child care program agreements, and warrants totaling $1,452,294.46 (5-0, Shaw abstained on Item 7).
• Awarded contract to J B Bostick Company, Inc. for Oeste Park parking lot resurfacing in the amount of $41,373.70 (part of consent calendar).
• Authorized purchase order to Wondries Fleet Group for four 2019 Ford F-250 trucks in the amount of $122,812.33 (part of consent calendar).
• Approved City goals and objectives for FY 2021-2022 with amendments including a new Code Enforcement position and traffic mitigation measures (5-0).

Civic Improvement Authority

The Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency, La Habra Civic Improvement Authority, and La Habra Utility Authority cancelled their regular meetings scheduled for March 1, 2021, due to having no business to consider. The notice was posted at least 72 hours in advance as required.

• Cancellation of regular meetings for three bodies
• No business to consider at this time
• Meetings were to be held at 6:30 p.m. in City Council Chamber, 100 East La Habra Boulevard

The March 1, 2021 regular meeting of the La Habra Civic Improvement Authority was cancelled due to no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required. No decisions were made.

• Cancelled the March 1, 2021 regular meeting due to no business to consider

Successor Agency

The regular meetings scheduled for March 1, 2021, have been cancelled. There is no business to consider at this time.

The March 1, 2021 regular meeting of the Successor Agency was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required. No decisions were made.

City Council

The La Habra City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent calendar and public hearings. Key items include a zone change to modify commercial cannabis development standards, approval of property purchases from the Housing Authority, and routine approvals such as contracts and warrants.

• Zone Change 21-01 amending Chapter 18.22 on commercial cannabis activity
• Purchase of 200 West Greenwood Avenue for $773,000
• Purchase of 209 North Euclid Street for $230,000
• Contract award to J B Bostick Company for Oeste Park parking lot resurfacing, $41,373.70
• Purchase order for four Ford F-250 trucks, $122,812.33

The La Habra City Council approved the first reading of Ordinance No. 1832, a zone change amending the municipal code's commercial cannabis activity chapter to modify development standards and approve the cannabis business permit process. The Council also unanimously approved Resolution No. 5989 to apply for Statewide Park Development and Community Revitalization Program Grant Funds. Additionally, the Council and Housing Authority approved purchase and sales agreements for the City to buy two properties: 200 West Greenwood Avenue for $773,000 and 209 North Euclid Street for $230,000, funded from General Fund Land Acquisition Reserves. The Council also approved the goals and objectives for Fiscal Year 2021-2022 with amendments, including adding a code enforcement position and a traffic mitigation goal.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 1832 (Zone Change 21-01) amending commercial cannabis development standards and permit process (4-0, Gomez abstained).
• Approved and adopted Resolution No. 5989 authorizing application for Statewide Park Development and Community Revitalization Program Grant Funds (5-0).
• Approved FY 2021-2022 Goals and Objectives with amendments, including adding a code enforcement position and a traffic mitigation goal (5-0).
• Approved purchase and sales agreement for 200 West Greenwood Avenue for $773,000 and appropriated $777,000 from General Fund Land Acquisition Reserves (5-0).
• Approved purchase and sales agreement for 209 North Euclid Street for $230,000 and appropriated $232,000 from General Fund Land Acquisition Reserves (5-0).
• Approved consent calendar items 1-9, including denial of a liability claim, contract awards, and warrants totaling $1,452,294.46 (5-0, Shaw abstained on item 7).
• Approved adding an urgency item to the agenda to consider the park grant application (5-0).

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the La Habra Planning Commission scheduled for February 22, 2021, at 6:30 p.m. has been cancelled because there is no business to consider. The notice was posted at least 72 hours in advance as required by law.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business

Utility Authority

The regular meeting of the La Habra Utility Authority scheduled for February 16, 2021, was cancelled. The notice states there was no business to consider at this time.

The February 16, 2021 regular meeting of the La Habra Utility Authority was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted at City Hall as required by law. No decisions were made.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business (unanimous)

Housing Authority

The regular meetings of the Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency, La Habra Civic Improvement Authority, City of La Habra Housing Authority, and La Habra Utility Authority scheduled for February 16, 2021, are cancelled due to no business to consider. The next regular City Council meeting is set for March 1, 2021.

• All four agency meetings cancelled for February 16, 2021
• Next regular City Council meeting on March 1, 2021
• Meetings moved from February 15 (Presidents Day) to February 16

The February 16, 2021 regular meeting of the City of La Habra Housing Authority was cancelled due to no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted in accordance with law. No decisions were made.

Civic Improvement Authority

The regular meetings of the Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency, La Habra Civic Improvement Authority, City of La Habra Housing Authority, and La Habra Utility Authority, scheduled for Tuesday, February 16, 2021, are cancelled due to no business to consider. The next regular City Council meeting is set for Monday, March 1, 2021.

• All four boards' meetings cancelled for February 16, 2021
• Cancellation due to no business to consider
• Next regular City Council meeting on March 1, 2021

The February 16, 2021 regular meeting of the La Habra Civic Improvement Authority was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No members were present, and no decisions were made.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business to consider

City Council

The La Habra City Council will hold a closed session to discuss property negotiations for two Housing Authority-owned parcels, then a regular meeting to vote on consent items and consideration items. Key actions include adopting a cannabis distribution development agreement, approving contracts for traffic signal projects, and purchasing property at 222 South Euclid Street. The meeting will be conducted remotely via Zoom due to COVID-19, with no in-person public attendance.

• Adopt Ordinance No. 1829 for a cannabis distribution facility at 536 W. Mountain View Ave. with Pinnacle Wellness Group, LLC
• Approve $658,425 engineering contract with AGA Engineers for Lambert Road traffic signal synchronization
• Award $253,562 construction contract to Baker Electric for Harbor Blvd/Arbolita Dr traffic signal modifications
• Purchase 222 S. Euclid St. from Patel Family Trust for $205,000, plus $210,000 appropriation
• Approve $96,170 property insurance renewal with Travelers for all city-owned properties

The City Council approved the consent calendar, including the second reading of Ordinance No. 1829 for a cannabis distribution facility at 536 West Mountain View Avenue, and awarded contracts for traffic signal projects and police vehicles. They also approved the first reading of ordinances on the city seal and mayor election, updated the public hearing time limit policy, and approved the purchase of property at 222 South Euclid Street.

• Approved consent calendar items 1-11 (5-0), including Ordinance No. 1829 for cannabis facility (Gomez abstained on item 3)
• Approved $658,425 engineering services agreement for Lambert Road traffic signal project (5-0)
• Awarded $253,562 contract to Baker Electric for Harbor Blvd/Arbolita Dr signal modifications (5-0)
• Authorized $234,263 purchase order for six police vehicles (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 1830 on city seal and logo (5-0)
• Approved public hearing time limit of 5 min/speaker, 1 hour total (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 1831 on mayor election (5-0)
• Approved $205,000 purchase of 222 South Euclid Street (4-0, Shaw absent)

Successor Agency

The regular meetings scheduled for February 16, 2021, have been cancelled. The notice states there was no business to consider at this time.

The February 16, 2021 regular meeting of the Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency was cancelled due to no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No decisions were made.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business (unanimous, no members present)

Community Services Commission

The La Habra Community Services Commission will review and vote on staff's recommended funding allocations for the 2021-2022 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program, totaling $680,000 across nine projects. The meeting is held remotely via Zoom due to COVID-19, with no in-person attendance. The commission's recommendations will be forwarded to the City Council for a public hearing on April 19, 2021.

• Community Center Parking Lot: $196,623 recommended (multi-year project)
• Old Reservoir Park Improvement Project: $33,000 recommended
• Alley Improvement Program: $150,377 recommended
• Aldrich Improvement Project: $62,000 recommended
• Graffiti Removal: $65,000 recommended; Mercy House homeless services: $10,000 recommended

The Community Services Commission approved the January 13, 2021 minutes, the Child Development Manager's monthly reports, and the Head Start Program Goals for 2020-21, all by unanimous 5-0 votes. The commission also heard presentations from applicants for 2021-2022 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding, including Fair Housing Foundation, Orange County Fair Housing Council, Mercy House, and various city departments. No funding decisions were made; the CDBG subcommittee will meet before February 13 to discuss projects and bring a recommendation to the commission in February.

• Approved January 13, 2021 minutes (5-0)
• Approved Child Development Manager's monthly report, Head Start Cost Reimbursement Report, Monthly Program Report, and CACFP Report (5-0)
• Approved Head Start Program Goals for 2020-21 Quarterly Update (5-0)
• Heard CDBG funding applicant presentations; no action taken

Planning Commission

The La Habra Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a zone change to modify development standards for commercial cannabis activity, and a conditional use permit for an ABC Type 47 alcohol license at a restaurant on South Harbor Boulevard. The meeting will be conducted via Zoom due to COVID-19, with no in-person attendance.

• Zone Change 21-01: Amend Municipal Code Chapter 18.22 (Commercial Cannabis Activity) to modify development standards
• Conditional Use Permit 20-22: On-sale general (ABC Type 47) alcohol license for restaurant at 1299 South Harbor Boulevard
• Consent calendar: Approve minutes of January 25, 2021 meeting
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per person, 30 minutes total per item

The Planning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend that the City Council approve Zone Change 21-01, which amends the municipal code's Commercial Cannabis Activity chapter to modify existing development standards. The Commission also voted 5-0 to approve Conditional Use Permit 20-22 for an ABC Type 47 on-sale general liquor license at a restaurant located at 1299 South Harbor Boulevard. The consent calendar was approved, including the January 25, 2021 minutes, with Commissioner Bernier abstaining on the minutes item.

• Approved Resolution 21-07 recommending City Council approval of Zone Change 21-01 amending Chapter 18.22 (Commercial Cannabis Activity) development standards (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-08 granting Conditional Use Permit 20-22 for an ABC Type 47 license at 1299 South Harbor Boulevard (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including waiver of full reading and approval of January 25, 2021 minutes (Bernier abstained on minutes)

General Plan Advisory Committee (GPAC)

The General Plan Advisory Committee is meeting to review a housing needs assessment presented by PlaceWorks, covering population trends, affordability, and the state-mandated Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) of 803 units for 2021-2029. The committee will discuss local housing priorities and future meeting schedules. Public comments are accepted via email or Zoom.

• Housing needs assessment presentation by PlaceWorks
• RHNA target of 803 units for 2021-2029
• Median home price $635,000; median rent for 2-bedroom $2,020
• 51% of households are lower income; 30% very low income
• Potential loss of 40%+ of affordable units by 2021

Utility Authority

The regular meetings scheduled for February 1, 2021, have been cancelled. There is no business to consider at this time for the listed agencies.

The February 1, 2021 regular meeting of the La Habra Utility Authority was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No members were present, and no decisions were made.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business to consider

Housing Authority

The regular meetings of the Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency, La Habra Civic Improvement Authority, City of La Habra Housing Authority, and La Habra Utility Authority, scheduled for February 1, 2021, are cancelled due to no business to consider. The notice was posted 72 hours in advance as required.

• All four agency meetings cancelled for February 1, 2021
• No business to consider at this time

The February 1, 2021 regular meeting of the City of La Habra Housing Authority was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No decisions were made.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business (unanimous, no members present)

City Council

The La Habra City Council will hold a public hearing to consider a development agreement with Pinnacle Wellness Group, LLC for a cannabis distribution facility at 536 West Mountain View Avenue. The council will also vote on a consent calendar that includes a zone change for wireless communication facilities, a grant agreement for preschool services, and approval of warrants totaling $1,423,414.13. Additionally, the council will discuss expiring terms and vacancies on city commissions.

• Public hearing on Development Agreement 20-01 for a cannabis distribution facility at 536 West Mountain View Avenue
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 1828 approving Zone Change 20-05 for wireless communication facilities
• Approval of QRIS Block Grant Service Agreement No. 51091 with Orange County Dept. of Education
• Approval of warrants Nos. 00128578-00128683 totaling $1,423,414.13
• Discussion on expiring terms and vacancies for Planning Commission, Community Services Commission, and Beautification Committee

The City Council approved the first reading of Ordinance No. 1829, adopting Development Agreement 20-01 with Pinnacle Wellness Group, LLC for a cannabis distribution facility at 536 West Mountain View Avenue. The motion carried 4-0, with Councilmember Gomez abstaining. The council also unanimously approved the consent calendar, including a zone change for wireless communication facilities, a QRIS block grant agreement, and warrants totaling $1,423,414.13. Additionally, the council postponed the annual commission recruitment until March 2022 and appointed Richard Rojas to fill an unscheduled vacancy on the Community Services Commission.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 1829 for cannabis distribution facility at 536 W. Mountain View Ave. (4-0, Gomez abstained)
• Approved consent calendar items 1-4, including Ordinance No. 1828 (wireless facilities zone change), QRIS block grant agreement, and warrants totaling $1,423,414.13 (5-0)
• Postponed annual commission recruitment until March 2022 and extended expiring terms by one year (5-0)
• Appointed Richard Rojas to fill unscheduled vacancy on Community Services Commission (5-0)

Civic Improvement Authority

The regular meetings of the Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency, La Habra Civic Improvement Authority, Housing Authority, and Utility Authority scheduled for February 1, 2021, are cancelled due to no business to consider. The notice was posted at least 72 hours in advance as required.

• All four boards' meetings cancelled for Feb. 1, 2021
• No business to consider at this time

The February 1, 2021 regular meeting of the La Habra Civic Improvement Authority was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No decisions were made.

Successor Agency

The scheduled regular meetings for the Successor Agency, Civic Improvement Authority, Housing Authority, and Utility Authority were cancelled. The notice states there was no business to consider at this time.

Planning Commission

The La Habra Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider approving Design Review 20-03 for facade and onsite improvements at 1281 East La Habra Boulevard. The project is categorically exempt from CEQA. The meeting will be conducted via Zoom due to COVID-19, with no in-person attendance.

• Design Review 20-03 for facade and onsite improvements at 1281 East La Habra Boulevard
• Resolution to approve Design Review 20-03 with findings and conditions
• CEQA categorical exemption under Section 15303(c) Class 3
• Approval of January 11, 2021 meeting minutes
• Procedural waiver to read resolutions and ordinances by title only

The Planning Commission approved Design Review 20-03 for façade and onsite improvements at 1281 East La Habra Boulevard, despite concerns from neighboring business owners about sign visibility and safety. The motion passed unanimously (4-0, with one commissioner absent). The commission declined to add a condition requiring further review of the sign plan, and staff will work with the property owner and tenants on the final sign location.

• Approved Resolution No. 21-06 for Design Review 20-03 at 1281 E. La Habra Blvd. (4-0)
• Approved consent calendar including procedural waivers and January 11, 2021 minutes
• Denied request for 30-day continuance of the design review
• Declined to add condition for future commission review of sign plan

Utility Authority

The regular meeting of the La Habra Utility Authority scheduled for January 19, 2021, was cancelled. The notice states there was no business to consider at this time.

The January 19, 2021 regular meeting of the La Habra Utility Authority was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No decisions were made.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business (unanimous, no members present)

City Council

The La Habra City Council will hold a special closed session to discuss property negotiations for two parcels, then a regular meeting with public hearings on two zone changes: adding an inclusionary housing chapter to the zoning code and amending wireless communication facility regulations. The consent calendar includes denying a liability claim, approving state child care contracts, accepting a grant from St. Jude Hospital, and approving warrants totaling $2,349,217.66. The meeting will be conducted remotely via Zoom due to COVID-19, with the council chamber closed to the public.

• Closed session: real property negotiations for Northeast Corner of First Avenue and Aldrich Street and 222 South Euclid Street
• Public hearing: Zone Change 20-03 to add Chapter 18.82 'Inclusionary Housing Units' to the zoning code
• Public hearing: Zone Change 20-05 to amend Chapter 18.62 'Wireless Communication Facilities'
• Consent: Approve $87,000 grant agreement with St. Jude Hospital for a grant writer
• Consent: Approve warrants totaling $2,349,217.66

Housing Authority

The La Habra Housing Authority is meeting remotely via Zoom due to COVID-19, with the Council Chamber closed to the public. The only substantive action is approving the SB 341 Housing Successor Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2019-2020 and authorizing staff to post it on the city website. No public hearings or consideration items are scheduled.

• Approve SB 341 Housing Successor Annual Report for FY 2019-2020
• Authorize staff to post report on city website
• Meeting conducted telephonically via Zoom; Council Chamber closed to public

The La Habra Housing Authority unanimously approved the SB 341 Housing Successor Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2019-2020 and authorized staff to post it on the city website. A motion by Chair Shaw to direct staff to present an overview of housing policy, law, and development perimeters at a future meeting failed due to lack of a second. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved SB 341 Housing Successor Annual Report for FY 2019-2020 (5-0)
• Authorized staff to post the report on the city website (5-0)
• Waived reading of resolutions and ordinances in full (5-0)
• Motion to present housing policy overview failed (no second)

Civic Improvement Authority

The La Habra Civic Improvement Authority and La Habra Utility Authority regular meetings scheduled for Tuesday, January 19, 2021, are cancelled because there is no business to consider. The next regular meetings for both bodies will be held on Monday, February 1, 2021.

• Cancellation of January 19, 2021 regular meetings for both authorities
• Next meetings scheduled for February 1, 2021
• Meetings moved from Monday, January 18 due to Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday

The January 19, 2021 regular meeting of the La Habra Civic Improvement Authority was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No members were present, and no decisions were made.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business (unanimous, no members present)

Successor Agency

The Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency is meeting to approve the Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS 21-22). This schedule covers the period from July 1, 2021, through June 30, 2022.

• Adoption of Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS 21-22) for July 1, 2021, through June 30, 2022
• Authorization for Executive Director to submit ROPS 21-22 to the Orange Countywide Oversight Board

Community Services Commission

The Community Services Commission is holding a regular meeting via Zoom due to COVID-19. The main items are approving the December 2020 meeting minutes, receiving a monthly report on the Early Head Start program, and hearing presentations from applicants for 2021-2022 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding. Public comments are limited to three minutes per person, with a 30-minute total for general comments.

• Approve meeting minutes of December 9, 2020
• Approve Early Head Start (EHS) monthly report
• Hear presentations from 2021-2022 CDBG funding applicants

The Community Services Commission voted 6-0 to recommend that the City Council allow staff to release a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the development of Portola Park as a multi-use, state-of-the-art cultural arts and sports complex. The recommendation follows a review of five RFI responses and other options, with lease terms and capital investments ranging from $150,000 to $4.5 million. The commission also approved the November 18, 2020 minutes and the Child Development Manager's monthly status report, with two commissioners abstaining due to absence.

• Recommended City Council release RFP for Portola Park multi-use cultural arts and sports complex (6-0)
• Approved Community Services Commission minutes of November 18, 2020 (3-0, with 2 abstentions)
• Approved Child Development Manager's monthly status report for Early Head Start (3-0, with 2 abstentions)

Planning Commission

The La Habra Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three conditional use permits: a restaurant with beer/wine license, an allied health school, and a cannabis distribution operation. The cannabis item also includes a recommendation to the City Council on a development agreement. The meeting will be held telephonically via Zoom due to COVID-19.

• Conditional Use Permit 20-13 for Ruby Red's BBQ restaurant at 1841 W Imperial Hwy, Suite B
• Conditional Use Permit 20-14 for ABC Type 41 beer and wine license at same location
• Conditional Use Permit 20-17 for allied health school at 618 E Whittier Blvd
• Conditional Use Permit 20-10 for cannabis distribution at 536 W Mountain View Ave
• Development Agreement 20-01 recommendation to City Council for cannabis operation

The La Habra Planning Commission approved four conditional use permits and recommended a development agreement. They approved a restaurant with beer/wine license, an allied health school, and a cannabis distribution operation, all with unanimous votes. The cannabis distribution recommendation will go to the City Council.

• Approved CUP 20-13 for Ruby Red's BBQ restaurant at 1841 W Imperial Hwy, Suite B (4-0)
• Approved CUP 20-14 for ABC Type 41 beer/wine license at same location (4-0)
• Approved CUP 20-17 for allied health school at 618 E Whittier Blvd (4-0)
• Approved CUP 20-10 for cannabis distribution at 536 W Mountain View Ave (4-0)
• Recommended City Council approve Development Agreement 20-01 for cannabis distribution (4-0)

Utility Authority

The regular meeting scheduled for January 4, 2021, was cancelled. The notice states there was no business to consider at this time.

City Council

The La Habra City Council and its related agencies (Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency, Civic Improvement Authority, Housing Authority, and Utility Authority) have cancelled their regular meeting scheduled for Monday, January 4, 2021, because there is no business to consider. The next regular City Council meeting is set for Tuesday, January 19, 2021, at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chamber, 100 East La Habra Boulevard.

• Cancellation of all regular meetings for Jan. 4, 2021, for five city bodies
• Next regular City Council meeting scheduled for Jan. 19, 2021, at 6:30 p.m.

The January 4, 2021 regular meeting of the La Habra City Council was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No members were present, and no decisions were made.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business (unanimous, no vote recorded)

Housing Authority

The La Habra City Council and its associated bodies (Successor Agency, Civic Improvement Authority, Housing Authority, and Utility Authority) cancelled their regular meetings scheduled for Monday, January 4, 2021, because there was no business to consider. The next regular city council meeting is set for Tuesday, January 19, 2021, at 6:30 p.m.

• All five regular meetings cancelled for Jan. 4, 2021
• Next city council meeting scheduled for Jan. 19, 2021 at 6:30 p.m.

The January 4, 2021 regular meeting of the City of La Habra Housing Authority was cancelled due to no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No members were present, and no decisions were made.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business (unanimous, no members present)

Civic Improvement Authority

The La Habra City Council and several related bodies (Successor Agency, Civic Improvement Authority, Housing Authority, Utility Authority) have cancelled their regular meetings scheduled for Monday, January 4, 2021, because there is no business to consider. The next regular city council meeting is set for Tuesday, January 19, 2021, at 6:30 p.m.

• Cancellation of regular meetings for January 4, 2021
• Next regular city council meeting scheduled for January 19, 2021 at 6:30 p.m.

The January 4, 2021 regular meeting of the La Habra Civic Improvement Authority was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No decisions were made.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business (unanimous, no members present)

Successor Agency

The regular meetings for the City Council and several other city authorities scheduled for January 4, 2021, were cancelled. The notice states there was no business to consider at this time.

The January 4, 2021 regular meeting of the Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted at City Hall and the Council Chamber. No members were present, and no decisions were made.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business to consider