La Habra public meetings in 2022
167 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Emergency Preparedness Council
The Emergency Preparedness Council of the City of La Habra has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for December 28, 2022, because there is no business to consider. The notice was posted at City Hall at least 72 hours in advance as required.
- Meeting cancelled due to no business
- Original meeting time: 4:00 p.m., Harvest Room No. 265, 110 East La Habra Boulevard
Planning Commission
The La Habra Planning Commission's regular meeting scheduled for December 26, 2022, is cancelled due to the holiday closure. No business will be conducted at this meeting.
- Regular meeting cancelled due to holiday closure
Successor Agency
The La Habra City Council and joint agencies will certify the November 8, 2022 election results, install newly elected councilmembers, and reorganize leadership with new mayor and appointments. They will also consider several contracts, including a $175,000 escrow for paving Cypress Street and a $49,000 home demolition contract, plus routine consent items like warrants and meeting minutes.
- Certify November 8, 2022 general municipal election results and install newly elected councilmembers
- Approve $175,000 escrow agreement with BPE LLC for paving Cypress Street near 901 Leslie Street
- Award $49,000 demolition contract to Unlimited Environmental, Inc. for 107 East 2nd Avenue
- Reject bid for Montwood Park Lighting Project (Project No. 3-P-22)
- Approve warrants totaling $1,542,139.12
The City Council reorganized its leadership, electing a new Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem. The council also certified the November 8, 2022, general municipal election results and approved several city contracts and warrants.
- Elected James Gomez as Mayor for a one-year term (5-0)
- Elected Daren Nigsarian as Mayor Pro Tem for a one-year term (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 6093 certifying November 8, 2022, election results (5-0)
- Approved $1,542,139.12 in warrants (5-0)
- Awarded $49,000 home demolition contract for 107 East 2nd Avenue to Unlimited Environmental Inc. (5-0)
- Authorized $175,000 escrow deposit to BPE LLC for paving Cypress Street (5-0)
- Denied liability claim of Mr. Dan Caladora (5-0)
- Rejected bid from Scansys, Inc. for Montwood Park Lighting Project (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (17 roll-call votes)
City Council
The La Habra City Council will certify the November 8, 2022 election results, administer oaths to newly elected members, and reorganize by electing a Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem. The council will also consider several routine items including a $175,000 escrow agreement for paving Cypress Street, a $49,000 demolition contract, and approval of warrants totaling $1,542,139.12.
- Certify November 8, 2022 General Municipal Election results and install newly elected councilmembers
- City Council reorganization: elect Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem for one-year terms
- Authorize $175,000 escrow agreement with BPE LLC for paving Cypress Street near 901 Leslie Street
- Award $49,000 contract to Unlimited Environmental Inc. for home demolition at 107 East 2nd Avenue
- Approve warrants totaling $1,542,139.12
The City Council certified the November 8, 2022, general municipal election results and approved several infrastructure contracts. The council also authorized the continued use of remote meetings and processed various agency meeting minutes.
- Certified results of the November 8, 2022, general municipal election
- Approved resolution to continue remote City Council meetings per AB 361
- Denied liability claim of Mr. Dan Caladora
- Authorized $175,000 escrow deposit to BPE LLC for paving Cypress Street
- Rejected bid from Scansys, Inc. for Montwood Park Lighting Project
- Awarded $49,000 home demolition contract for 107 East 2nd Avenue to Unlimited Environmental Inc.
- Approved warrants totaling $1,542,139.12
- Adopted Annual Investment Policy for calendar year 2023
Utility Authority
The La Habra City Council will hold a regular and joint meeting to certify the November 8, 2022 election results, install newly elected councilmembers, and reorganize leadership. The council will also consider several contracts, including a $175,000 escrow for paving Cypress Street and a $49,000 demolition contract, plus adopt the annual investment policy.
- Certify November 8, 2022 general municipal election results and install Jose Medrano, James 'Jim' Gomez, and Daren Nigsarian
- Approve $175,000 escrow agreement with BPE LLC for paving Cypress Street near 901 Leslie Street
- Award $49,000 contract to Unlimited Environmental Inc. for home demolition at 107 East 2nd Avenue
- Reject bid for Montwood Park Lighting Project (Project No. 3-P-22)
- Approve warrants totaling $1,542,139.12
The City Council reorganized its leadership, electing a new Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem and appointing chairs for several city authorities. The council also certified the November 2022 election results and approved several infrastructure and administrative contracts.
- Elected James Gomez as Mayor (5-0)
- Elected Daren Nigsarian as Mayor Pro Tem (5-0)
- Certified November 8, 2022, general municipal election results (5-0)
- Approved $175,000 escrow deposit for paving Cypress Street
- Awarded $49,000 home demolition contract for 107 East 2nd Avenue to Unlimited Environmental Inc.
- Approved warrants totaling $1,542,139.12 (5-0)
- Rejected bid from Scansys, Inc. for Montwood Park Lighting Project
- Denied liability claim of Mr. Dan Caladora
🗳️ How they voted (17 roll-call votes)
Civic Improvement Authority
The La Habra City Council and joint authorities will certify the November 8, 2022 general municipal election results, install newly elected councilmembers, and elect a mayor and mayor pro tem for the coming year. The agenda also includes routine consent items such as approving a $175,000 escrow for paving Cypress Street, rejecting a bid for the Montwood Park Lighting Project, and awarding a $49,000 contract for home demolition at 107 East 2nd Avenue.
- Certify results of the November 8, 2022 general municipal election
- Install newly elected councilmembers Jose Medrano, James 'Jim' Gomez, and Daren Nigsarian
- Authorize $175,000 escrow agreement with BPE LLC for paving Cypress Street near 901 Leslie Street
- Reject bid for Montwood Park Lighting Project (City Project No. 3-P-22)
- Award $49,000 contract to Unlimited Environmental Inc. for home demolition at 107 East 2nd Avenue
The City Council reorganized its leadership, electing a new Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem and appointing chairs for several city authorities. The council also certified the November 8, 2022, election results and approved several infrastructure and demolition contracts.
- Elected James Gomez as Mayor (5-0)
- Elected Daren Nigsarian as Mayor Pro Tem (5-0)
- Certified November 8, 2022, General Municipal Election results (5-0)
- Approved $175,000 escrow deposit to BPE LLC for paving Cypress Street (5-0)
- Awarded $49,000 demolition contract for 107 East 2nd Avenue to Unlimited Environmental Inc. (5-0)
- Rejected bid from Scansys, Inc. for Montwood Park Lighting Project (5-0)
- Approved warrants totaling $1,542,139.12 (5-0)
- Denied liability claim of Mr. Dan Caladora (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (17 roll-call votes)
Housing Authority
The La Habra City Council and joint authorities will certify the November 8, 2022 election results, swear in newly elected councilmembers, and reorganize leadership by electing a Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem. The agenda also includes routine consent items such as approving warrants, contracts, and an annual investment policy.
- Certify November 8, 2022 general municipal election results and install Jose Medrano, James 'Jim' Gomez, and Daren Nigsarian
- Approve $175,000 escrow agreement with BPE LLC for paving Cypress Street near 901 Leslie Street
- Award $49,000 contract to Unlimited Environmental Inc. for home demolition at 107 East 2nd Avenue (with 20% contingency, total $58,800)
- Reject bid from Scansys, Inc. for Montwood Park Lighting Project (Project No. 3-P-22)
- Approve warrants totaling $1,542,139.12
The City Council reorganized its leadership and appointed members to various governmental agencies and boards. The council also certified the November 2022 election results and approved several infrastructure and demolition contracts.
- Elected James Gomez as Mayor (5-0)
- Elected Daren Nigsarian as Mayor Pro Tem (5-0)
- Certified November 8, 2022, General Municipal Election results (5-0)
- Approved $175,000 escrow deposit to BPE LLC for Cypress Street paving (5-0)
- Awarded $49,000 demolition contract for 107 East 2nd Avenue to Unlimited Environmental Inc. (5-0)
- Rejected bid from Scansys, Inc. for Montwood Park Lighting Project (5-0)
- Denied liability claim of Mr. Dan Caladora (5-0)
- Approved warrants totaling $1,542,139.12 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Community Services Commission
The Community Services Commission is holding a special meeting with a consent calendar that includes participation in the Holiday Wishes Gift and Food Giving Program at the Children's Museum. The meeting is largely procedural, with public comments and routine items.
- Participation in Holiday Wishes Gift and Food Giving Program at the Children's Museum
Planning Commission
The La Habra Planning Commission will consider a consent item to approve Modification 22-04, which would legalize four detached trellises in the existing outdoor dining area of the Westridge Golf Course at 1400 South La Habra Hills Drive. The meeting also includes public comments, staff and commissioner comments, and adjournment to January 23, 2023.
- Modification 22-04 to amend Planned Unit Development Precise Plan 02-04 for Westridge Golf Course at 1400 South La Habra Hills Drive
- Legalization of four detached trellises in outdoor dining area
- Public comment period limited to 3 minutes per speaker, 30 minutes total
The Planning Commission approved three requests, including a permit for a Target store to sell distilled spirits and the establishment of a martial arts studio. The commission also legalized four trellises at the Westridge Golf Course. No items were denied.
- Approved Modification 22-05 to allow distilled spirits sales at Target (1000 W. Imperial Highway) (3-0)
- Approved CUP 22-29 to establish a martial arts studio at 1403 East Lambert Road, Suite O (3-0)
- Approved Modification 22-04 to legalize four detached trellises at Westridge Golf Course (1400 South La Habra Hills Drive) (3-0)
- Tabled approval of November 14 minutes due to lack of quorum (3-0)
Successor Agency
The Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency is holding an adjourned regular meeting at 5:30 p.m. to enter closed session for anticipated litigation (one case). The regular meeting scheduled for 6:30 p.m. is cancelled. No other business is on the agenda.
- Closed session: Conference with Legal Counsel--Anticipated Litigation (one case)
The Successor Agency convened for an adjourned regular meeting to conduct a closed session. The session focused on one case of anticipated litigation with significant exposure. The regular meeting scheduled for 6:30 p.m. was cancelled.
- Held closed session regarding one case of anticipated litigation
City Council
The La Habra City Council will hold a regular meeting with a closed session on anticipated litigation. The main business includes approving a $1.68 million construction contract for the Old Reservoir Park Improvement Project, a $736,874 software agreement with Tyler Technologies, and a $693,000 consulting agreement with Park Consulting Group. The council will also consider a new staff position and a landfill gas monitoring contract.
- Award $1,677,000 contract to EC Construction for Old Reservoir Park improvements, with $2,012,400 total including contingency
- Approve $736,874 service agreement with Tyler Technologies for a Land Management System
- Approve $693,000 professional services agreement with Park Consulting Group for the Land Management System
- Add Senior Human Resources and Risk Management Analyst position with $7,421 budget amendment
- Approve $72,355.40 per year landfill gas monitoring contract with Montrose Environmental Solutions
The City Council unanimously approved a series of consent calendar items, including a construction contract for park improvements and agreements for a new land management system. The council also authorized a new senior HR position and landfill gas monitoring services.
- Awarded Old Reservoir Park Improvement Project contract to EC Construction Company for $2,012,400 (including 20% contingency) (5-0)
- Approved $522,186 in Development Impact Fees for Old Reservoir Park project costs (5-0)
- Authorized $736,874 agreement with Tyler Technologies, Inc. for a Land Management System (5-0)
- Authorized $693,000 agreement with Park Consulting Group for LMS project management (5-0)
- Approved creation of Senior Human Resources and Risk Management Analyst position and $7,421 budget amendment (5-0)
- Authorized three-year agreement with Montrose Environmental Solutions, Inc. for landfill gas monitoring at Vista Grande Park at $72,355.40 per year (5-0)
- Approved warrants 00136681 through 00136799 totaling $906,454.87 (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 6091 to continue allowing remote City Council meetings per AB 361 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Utility Authority
The regular meetings of the La Habra Civic Improvement Authority and La Habra Utility Authority scheduled for December 5, 2022, 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 the December 5, 2022 regular meetings
- No business to consider at this time
The regular meeting scheduled for December 5, 2022, was cancelled because there was no business to consider.
Civic Improvement Authority
The regular meetings of the La Habra Civic Improvement Authority and the La Habra Utility Authority scheduled for December 5, 2022, were cancelled due to no business to consider.
- Cancelled meetings of the La Habra Civic Improvement Authority and La Habra Utility Authority
- Reason: no business to consider
The regular meeting of the La Habra Civic Improvement Authority was cancelled because there was no business to consider.
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 2021-2022. No public hearings or consideration items are scheduled. The meeting is largely procedural, with the main substantive action being the report approval and authorization to post it online.
- Approve SB 341 Housing Successor Annual Report for FY 2021-2022
- Approve meeting minutes from September 19, October 3, October 17, November 7, and November 21, 2022
- Waive reading of resolutions and ordinances in full
The Housing Authority approved the SB 341 Housing Successor Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2021-2022. The board also approved meeting minutes from five dates between September and November 2022. All items were passed via a unanimous consent calendar vote.
- Approved SB 341 Housing Successor Annual Report for FY 2021-2022 (5-0)
- Approved meeting minutes for Sept 19, Oct 3, Oct 17, Nov 7, and Nov 21, 2022 (5-0)
- Approved procedural waiver to adopt resolutions and ordinances by reading title only (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The La Habra City Council will hold a regular meeting and joint meeting with the Utility Authority, covering consent items, a possible public hearing on fireworks fines, and several construction contracts. Key actions include awarding a street rehabilitation contract, approving an affordable housing agreement, and purchasing police vehicles.
- Award $598,427.50 contract to American Asphalt South for residential street rehabilitation (Project 1-R-20)
- Approve affordable housing agreement with Olson Urban V for 12 moderate-income units at 251-351 W Imperial Hwy
- Issue $331,450.84 purchase order for 7 police vehicles
- Award $1,778,657 contract to AID Builders for East Bishop Storm Drain Improvements (Project 1-D-16)
- Consider setting public hearing to double fireworks fine to $2,000
The City Council approved several public works contracts, including storm drain improvements and street rehabilitation. The council also authorized the purchase of seven new police vehicles and an affordable housing agreement for 12 moderate-income units.
- Awarded $598,427.50 street rehabilitation contract to American Asphalt South, Inc.
- Approved affordable housing agreement with Olson Urban V-La Habra 3, LLC for 12 units at 251-351 West Imperial Highway
- Approved $331,450.84 purchase order for seven new police vehicles from National Auto Fleet Group
- Awarded $497,820 contract to PALP, Inc. (dba Excel Paving Company) for three traffic management projects
- Awarded $1,778,657 storm drain contract to AID Builders, Inc. for East Bishop project
- Approved warrants 00136490 through 00136680 totaling $1,713,205.83
- Approved $250,000 contract with Glenn Chavez Construction for the Heli-Hydrant Project
- Approved Notice of Completion for FY2020-2021 sidewalk and access ramp improvements
Utility Authority
The La Habra City Council and Utility Authority will hold a joint regular meeting to consider consent items including contracts for street rehabilitation, sidewalk improvements, police vehicles, traffic management projects, and a storm drain project. They will also discuss an affordable housing agreement and a proposed fireworks fine increase.
- Award $598,427.50 contract to American Asphalt South for residential street rehabilitation (FY 2019-20 and 2021-22)
- Award $1,778,657 contract to AID Builders for East Bishop Storm Drain Improvements, funded partly by $1,519,791 in ARPA funds
- Approve affordable housing agreement with Olson Urban V-La Habra 3 for 12 moderate-income units at 251-351 West Imperial Highway
- Issue $331,450.84 purchase order for six police pursuit vehicles and one administrative vehicle
- Consider setting public hearing to double fireworks fine from $1,000 to $2,000
The City Council approved an affordable housing agreement for 12 moderate-income units and awarded several infrastructure contracts for street rehabilitation and storm drains. The Council also voted to hold a future public hearing regarding increasing fines for illegal fireworks.
- Approved affordable housing agreement with Olson Urban V-La Habra 3, LLC for 12 units (5-0)
- Approved $598,427.50 contract to American Asphalt South, Inc. for residential street rehabilitation (5-0)
- Approved $497,820 contract to PALP, Inc. (dba Excel Paving Company) for three traffic management projects (5-0)
- Approved $1,778,657 contract to AID Builders, Inc. for East Bishop Storm Drain Improvements (5-0)
- Approved $331,450.84 purchase order to National Auto Fleet Group for seven police vehicles (5-0)
- Approved $250,000 contract with Glenn Chavez Construction for the Heli-Hydrant Project (5-0)
- Approved warrants 00136490 through 00136680 totaling $1,713,205.83 (5-0)
- Decided to conduct a future public hearing to consider increasing maximum fireworks fines from $1,000 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Civic Improvement 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 November 21, 2022, have been cancelled due to no business to consider.
- All three meetings (Successor Agency, Civic Improvement Authority, Housing Authority) cancelled
- Cancellation reason: no business to consider
- Meetings were to be held at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chamber
The regular meeting scheduled for November 21, 2022, was cancelled because there was no business to consider.
Successor Agency
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 November 21, 2022. 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 three agency meetings cancelled for Nov. 21, 2022
- Cancellation due to no business to consider
- Meetings were to be held at 6:30 p.m. in City Council Chamber, 100 East La Habra Boulevard
The regular meeting was cancelled because there was no business to consider. No actions were taken.
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 November 21, 2022, are cancelled due to no business to consider. The notice was posted publicly at least 72 hours in advance.
- All three meetings cancelled: Successor Agency, Civic Improvement Authority, Housing Authority
- Cancellation due to no business to consider
- Meetings were to be held at 6:30 p.m. in City Council Chamber, 100 East La Habra Boulevard
The regular meeting scheduled for November 21, 2022, was cancelled. The minutes state there was no business to consider at the time.
Planning Commission
The La Habra Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two development proposals. The first involves subdividing a lot at 701-777 South Beach Boulevard and 2060 West Lambert Road into three parcels, constructing two commercial buildings, and operating an auto service facility and a drive-through restaurant. The second seeks a conditional use permit for a personal training facility at 2661 West Whittier Boulevard, Suite B. The commission will also consider consent calendar items, including meeting minutes and a procedural waiver.
- Tentative Parcel Map 2022-131 to subdivide lot into three parcels at 701-777 South Beach Blvd and 2060 W Lambert Rd
- Design Review 22-04 for two commercial buildings with parking and accessory structures
- Conditional Use Permit 22-14 for automobile service facility at 777 S Beach Blvd
- Conditional Use Permit 22-15 for drive-through restaurant at 2060 W Lambert Rd
- Conditional Use Permit 22-16 for personal training facility at 2661 W Whittier Blvd, Suite B
The Commission approved a conditional use permit for a one-on-one personal training facility. A proposed development featuring Dutch Bros. and America’s Tires was continued to a future date to address noise and traffic concerns.
- Approved Conditional Use Permit 22-16 for personal training facility at 2661 West Whittier Boulevard, Suite B (4-0)
- Continued Tentative Parcel Map 2022-131, Design Review 22-04, and CUPs 22-14 and 22-15 for Dutch Bros. and America's Tires to a date uncertain (4-0)
- Approved procedural waiver to adopt resolutions and ordinances by reading title only (3-0-1)
- Approved Planning Commission Minutes of October 24, 2022 (3-0-1)
Community Services Commission
The La Habra Community Services Commission will hold a regular meeting with a consent calendar to approve minutes from October 12, 2022. The main discussion items are receiving the Special Events Calendar and reviewing a Community Services Department Overview for FY 2021-2022. Public comments are limited to three minutes per person.
- Approve meeting minutes of October 12, 2022
- Receive and file the Special Events Calendar
- Review Community Services Department Overview for FY 2021-2022
The Commission approved the meeting minutes from September 14, 2022. Other items included receiving the 2022 Special Events Calendar and a program overview of READY S.E.T. OC.
- Approved September 14, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The La Habra City Council will hold a regular meeting with a cancelled closed session. The main actions include adopting the 2022 California building codes via Ordinance No. 1848, approving a resolution to continue remote meetings under AB 361, and approving warrants totaling $2,881,311.92. The agenda also includes proclamations and presentations, but no public hearings or consideration items.
- Adopt Ordinance No. 1848 adopting 2022 California building, residential, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, green building, energy, fire, and property maintenance codes
- Approve warrants Nos. 00136254-00136489 totaling $2,881,311.92
- Approve resolution to continue remote telephonic meetings under AB 361
- Nominate Richard Jones to the California Domestic Water Company Board of Directors
- Approve temporary signage for La Habra Corn Festival at La Habra Blvd and Euclid St, and La Habra Blvd and Harbor Blvd
The City Council approved several administrative items, including the adoption of 2022 California and international building and property codes. The council also authorized a board nomination for the California Domestic Water Company and approved over $2.8M in warrants.
- Adopted Ordinance No. 1848 updating building, electrical, plumbing, and property maintenance codes (5-0)
- Approved $2,881,311.92 in warrants Nos. 00136254 through 00136489 (5-0)
- Nominated Richard Jones for the California Domestic Water Company Board of Directors (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 6089 to continue allowing remote city council meetings (5-0)
- Approved temporary signage for the La Habra Host Lions Club Corn Festival (5-0)
- Approved meeting minutes from October 17, 2022 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
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 7, 2022, are cancelled due to no business to consider. The notice was posted publicly at least 72 hours in advance.
- Cancellation of all four agencies' regular meetings for November 7, 2022
- Meetings were to be held at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chamber, 100 East La Habra Boulevard
The regular meeting scheduled for November 7, 2022, was cancelled because there was no business to consider.
Civic Improvement Authority
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 have all cancelled their regular meetings scheduled for November 7, 2022, due to having no business to consider.
- All four regular meetings cancelled: Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency, La Habra Civic Improvement Authority, City of La Habra Housing Authority, La Habra Utility Authority
The regular meeting scheduled for November 7, 2022, was cancelled because there was no business to consider.
Successor Agency
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 7, 2022, are cancelled due to no business to consider. The notice was posted 72 hours in advance as required.
- All four agency meetings cancelled for November 7, 2022
- No business to consider at this time
The regular meeting was cancelled because there was 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 November 7, 2022, are cancelled due to no business to consider. The notice was posted 72 hours in advance as required.
- All four boards' meetings cancelled for November 7, 2022
- No business to consider at this time
- Notice posted at City Hall and Council Chamber
The regular meeting scheduled for November 7, 2022, was cancelled because there was no business to consider.
Beautification Committee
The La Habra Beautification Committee is meeting to approve minutes from September 22, 2022, and to discuss several items including selecting Fall-O-Ween Home Decorating Awards, the Corn Festival Parade, canceling the November meeting, and receiving updates on city events and programs. The meeting is open to public comment on each item.
- Approve September 22, 2022 meeting minutes
- Select Fall-O-Ween Home Decorating Awards
- Discuss Corn Festival Parade
- No meeting in November
- Update on City Events and Programs
Planning Commission
The La Habra Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide on a conditional use permit for a retail store selling pre-owned merchandise at 551 West Whittier Boulevard. The rest of the agenda is routine, including approval of prior meeting minutes and procedural waivers.
- Conditional Use Permit 22-27 for a pre-owned merchandise retail store at 551 West Whittier Boulevard
- CEQA categorical exemption under Section 15301 (existing facilities)
- Approval of October 10, 2022 meeting minutes
- Procedural waiver to read resolutions and ordinances by title only
The Planning Commission unanimously approved a Conditional Use Permit for a pre-owned merchandise retail store at 551 West Whittier Boulevard. The store will operate from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily, with weekday-only deliveries from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and no unattended donations outside. The applicant, Rose Marie Fisher, runs the PTA Thrift Shop, which provides clothing to needy families and homeless individuals.
- Approved Conditional Use Permit 22-27 for pre-owned retail store at 551 W Whittier Blvd (4-0)
- Imposed conditions: hours of operation 9 a.m.–8 p.m., deliveries weekdays 9 a.m.–6 p.m., no unattended donations outside
City Council
The La Habra City Council will hold a public hearing to consider adopting the 2022 California building, residential, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, existing building, green building standards and energy codes, along with the County of Los Angeles Fire Code and the 2021 International Property Maintenance Code. The council will also consider several consent calendar items, including a $175,626 contract for renovating two municipal buildings and an affiliation agreement with UC Irvine for vision care for children in city programs. The 5:30 p.m. adjourned meeting is cancelled.
- Public hearing on adopting 2022 California building codes and County of Los Angeles Fire Code
- Approve $175,626 consulting agreement with Crane Architectural Group for renovation of buildings at 205-211 South Euclid Street and 106 East First Avenue
- Approve affiliation agreement with UC Irvine Department of Ophthalmology for vision care for children in Child Development Division programs
- Approve warrants totaling $800,412.41
- Resolution to continue remote City Council meetings under AB 361
The City Council unanimously approved a $175,626 consulting services agreement with Crane Architectural Group to renovate two city-owned buildings at 205-211 South Euclid Street and 106 East First Avenue, funded from the General Fund Facility Improvement Reserve. The Council also approved a first reading of Ordinance No. 1848 adopting the 2022 California Building Codes and related codes, and authorized an affiliation agreement with UC Irvine's Department of Ophthalmology to provide vision care for children in city child development programs. The consent calendar was approved 5-0, with items 4 and 5 pulled for separate discussion and also approved unanimously.
- Approved $175,626 consulting agreement with Crane Architectural Group for renovation of two municipal buildings at 205-211 South Euclid Street and 106 East First Avenue
- Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 1848 adopting 2022 California Building, Residential, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, Existing Building, Green Building Standards and Energy Codes, plus LA County Fire Code and 2021 International Property Maintenance Code
- Approved and adopted Resolution No. 6088 setting forth findings for local modifications to the 2022 California Building, Residential, and Electrical Codes
- Approved affiliation agreement with UC Irvine Department of Ophthalmology to provide vision care for children in city child development programs for 2022-2023 school year
- Approved consent calendar items 1-6, with items 4 and 5 pulled for separate discussion and also approved
- Approved warrants totaling $800,412.41
- Approved Resolution No. 6087 reaffirming findings to continue remote city council meetings under AB 361
- Approved meeting minutes of October 3, 2022
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
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 October 17, 2022, 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 all four boards' regular meetings for October 17, 2022
- Meetings were to be held at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chamber, 100 East La Habra Boulevard
- Notice posted by Assistant City Clerk Rhonda J. Barone
The October 17, 2022 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.
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 17, 2022, have been cancelled because there is no business to consider.
- No business to consider; all meetings cancelled
The October 17, 2022 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. The minutes were approved on December 19, 2022.
- Cancelled the October 17, 2022 regular meeting due to no business to consider
- Posted notice of cancelled meeting on bulletin boards at City Hall and Council Chamber
Successor Agency
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 17, 2022, 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 agency meetings cancelled for October 17, 2022
- No business to consider at this time
The October 17, 2022 regular meeting of the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of La Habra was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted in accordance with 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, Housing Authority, and Utility Authority scheduled for October 17, 2022, are cancelled because there is no business to consider. The notice was posted at least 72 hours in advance as required.
- All four boards' meetings cancelled for October 17, 2022
- No business to consider at this time
The October 17, 2022 regular meeting of the 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.
Community Services Commission
The La Habra Community Services Commission will hold a regular meeting with a consent calendar to approve the September 14, 2022 minutes, and two consideration items: receiving and filing the Special Events Calendar and the Ready S.E.T OC PowerPoint. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings.
- Approve meeting minutes of September 14, 2022
- Receive and file the Special Events Calendar
- Receive and file the Ready S.E.T OC PowerPoint
The Community Services Commission approved the July 13, 2022 meeting minutes by a 3-0 vote (Commissioners Garcia and Rojas abstained). The Commission also reviewed the 2022 Special Events Calendar. Director Kelly Fujio reported that 31 individuals have been placed in temporary housing through homeless outreach, and that the La Habra Host Lions Club raised $15,000-$16,000 at its Pasta Fest event to support Senior and Social Services programs.
- Approved Community Services Commission minutes for July 13, 2022 (3-0, Garcia and Rojas abstained)
- Reviewed the 2022 Special Events Calendar (no vote recorded)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning Commission
The La Habra Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider Conditional Use Permit 22-21 for a personal training facility (commercial school) at 530 West La Habra Boulevard. The project is categorically exempt from CEQA as an existing facility with interior tenant improvements only. The commission will also consider routine consent items, including approval of the September 26, 2022 meeting minutes.
- Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit 22-21 for a personal training facility at 530 West La Habra Boulevard
- CEQA categorical exemption under Section 15301, Class 1 (Existing Facilities)
- Consent calendar: waiver of full reading of resolutions and ordinances
- Consent calendar: approval of September 26, 2022 meeting minutes
The Planning Commission approved Conditional Use Permit 22-21 for Power House Fitness, a personal training facility, at 530 West La Habra Boulevard. The vote was unanimous (5-0). The approval includes conditions on operating hours and parking, and the applicant plans to remove a loading dock for ADA compliance.
- Approved Conditional Use Permit 22-21 for a personal training facility at 530 W. La Habra Blvd. (5-0)
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 October 3, 2022, are cancelled due to no business to consider. The notice was posted 72 hours in advance as required.
- All four boards' meetings cancelled for October 3, 2022
- No business to consider at this time
The October 3, 2022 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.
City Council
The La Habra City Council will hold a regular meeting on October 3, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. The main item is consideration of a $200,000 Dine and Shop Local Incentive Program, with an additional $20,000 in ARPA funds for implementation and a $220,000 agreement with Giverrang. The consent calendar includes routine items such as approving minutes, adopting an ordinance on outdoor seating for restaurants, denying a liability claim, reaffirming remote meeting findings, and authorizing contracts for traffic signal maintenance and engineering services. The 5:30 p.m. adjourned meeting is cancelled.
- Consider approval of Dine and Shop Local Incentive Program guidelines and $220,000 agreement with Giverrang
- Second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 1847 modifying outdoor seating requirements for restaurants
- Authorize five-year agreement with Yunex LLC for citywide traffic signal maintenance, not to exceed $500,000
- Authorize agreement with KOA Corporation for traffic engineering design services, $132,737
- Approve warrants totaling $1,732,466.15
The City Council unanimously approved the Dine and Shop Local Incentive Program with a $200,000 budget plus $20,000 in ARPA funds for implementation, and authorized a $220,000 agreement with Giverrang. The consent calendar was approved unanimously, including adoption of Ordinance No. 1847 (outdoor seating requirements), denial of a liability claim, and a $500,000 traffic signal maintenance contract. No public hearings were held.
- Approved Dine and Shop Local Incentive Program guidelines and $220,000 Giverrang agreement (5-0)
- Approved $20,000 ARPA appropriation for program implementation (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 1847 modifying outdoor seating requirements for restaurants (5-0)
- Denied liability claim of Francisco Ramirez (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 6086 to continue remote meetings under AB 361 (5-0)
- Authorized $500,000 five-year traffic signal maintenance agreement with Yunex LLC (5-0)
- Authorized $132,737 traffic engineering design services agreement with KOA Corporation (5-0)
- Approved warrants totaling $1,732,466.15 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Civic Improvement Authority
The regular meeting scheduled for October 3, 2022, was cancelled. The notice states there was no business to consider at this time.
The October 3, 2022 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. The minutes were later approved on December 19, 2022.
- Meeting cancelled due to no business to consider
Successor Agency
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 3, 2022, are cancelled because there is no business to consider. The notice was posted 72 hours in advance as required.
- All four agency meetings cancelled for October 3, 2022
- No business to consider at this time
The October 3, 2022 regular meeting of the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency 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.
Housing Authority
The regular meetings of four La Habra boards—Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency, Civic Improvement Authority, Housing Authority, and Utility Authority—scheduled for October 3, 2022, are cancelled due to no business to consider. The notice was posted 72 hours in advance as required.
- Cancellation of all four board meetings for October 3, 2022
- No business to consider at this time
The October 3, 2022 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 in accordance with legal requirements. No members were present, and no decisions were made.
Emergency Preparedness Council
The regular meeting of the Emergency Preparedness Council scheduled for September 28, 2022, was cancelled because there was no business to consider. The notice was posted at least 72 hours in advance as required.
- Meeting cancelled due to no business
Planning Commission
The La Habra Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider approving a new automobile service station and convenience store at 750 North Harbor Boulevard. The project requires a design review, a zone variance to reduce the rear yard setback from 20 feet to 6 inches, and two conditional use permits, including one for an off-sale beer and wine license. The meeting also includes routine consent items and a staff comment on the La Habra Specific Plan Workshop.
- Public hearing for Design Review 21-08, Zone Variance 21-03, Conditional Use Permits 22-03 and 22-04 for a gas station and convenience store at 750 North Harbor Boulevard
- Zone variance to reduce rear yard setback from 20 feet to 6 inches
- Conditional Use Permit 22-04 for ABC Type 20 off-sale beer and wine license
- Consent calendar: approval of August 22, 2022 meeting minutes
- Staff comments on La Habra Specific Plan Workshop
The Planning Commission unanimously approved a combined automobile service station and 7-Eleven convenience store at 750 North Harbor Boulevard, including a rear-yard setback reduction from 20 feet to 6 inches and a Type 20 off-sale beer and wine ABC license. The project required four separate approvals: Design Review 21-08, Zone Variance 21-03, Conditional Use Permit 22-03, and Conditional Use Permit 22-04, all passed 5-0. The applicant, David Berri of Berri Bros., stated the new store would be an additional location, not a replacement for the existing 7-Eleven on Whittier Boulevard.
- Approved Design Review 21-08 for auto service station and convenience store at 750 N. Harbor Blvd. (5-0)
- Approved Zone Variance 21-03 reducing rear yard setback from 20 feet to 6 inches (5-0)
- Approved Conditional Use Permit 22-03 for auto service station with convenience store (5-0)
- Approved Conditional Use Permit 22-04 for Type 20 off-sale beer and wine license (5-0)
- Approved consent calendar including waiver of reading and August 28, 2022 minutes (5-0)
Beautification Committee
The committee will select recipients for the District 1 Beautification Awards. Discussion includes the Fall-O-Ween Home Decorating Contest scheduled for October 1 through October 26 and updates on city events and programs.
- Selection of District 1 Beautification Awards
- Fall-O-Ween Home Decorating Contest (October 1 - 26)
- Update on City Event and Programs
Utility Authority
The La Habra City Council and Utility Authority will hold public hearings on adopting the 2021-2029 Housing Element, amending outdoor seating requirements for restaurants, and approving the 2021-2022 CDBG annual report. They will also consider consent items including a $275,555 alley construction contract, a $45,810 workforce grant payment, and a $558,471 change order for Euclid Street rehabilitation.
- Public hearing to adopt 2021-2029 Housing Element (General Plan Amendment 22-01)
- Zone Change 22-02 to modify outdoor seating requirements for restaurants
- Award $275,555 contract to Superior Paving for Alley No. 27, 45, and 86 improvements
- Approve $45,810 payment to Nurses Development Center for READY S.E.T. OC Grant
- Approve $558,471 change order for Euclid Street and Beach Boulevard rehabilitation
The City Council approved General Plan Amendment 22-01, adopting the 2021-2029 (6th Cycle) Housing Element of the La Habra General Plan 2035, and authorized staff to forward it to the California Department of Housing and Community Development for review and certification. The vote was 4-0. The council also approved a zone change modifying outdoor seating requirements for restaurants, the 2021-2022 CDBG Annual Performance Report, and several consent calendar items including contracts and claims.
- Approved 2021-2029 Housing Element for HCD certification (4-0)
- Approved first reading of ordinance modifying outdoor seating requirements for restaurants (4-0)
- Approved 2021-2022 CDBG Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (4-0)
- Approved consent calendar including alley improvement contract to Superior Paving Co. for $275,555 (4-0)
- Approved change order No. 1 for EBS General Engineering for Euclid Street rehabilitation, $558,471 (4-0)
- Set October 17, 2022 public hearing for adoption of 2022 California Building Codes (4-0)
- Denied liability claims of Ms. Marie Alvarez and Ms. Haley Sims (consent calendar)
- Approved Live Entertainment Permit for La Habra 300 Bowl for one year (consent calendar)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
City Council
The La Habra City Council will hold public hearings on adopting the 2021-2029 Housing Element, a zone change to modify outdoor seating requirements for restaurants, and the 2021-2022 CDBG annual performance report. The consent calendar includes routine approvals such as meeting minutes, liability claim denials, a $275,555 alley construction contract, and a $45,810 workforce grant payment. The council will also consider a resolution to adopt the 2022 California Building Codes and a contract change order for Euclid Street rehabilitation.
- Public hearing to adopt 2021-2029 (6th Cycle) Housing Element (General Plan Amendment 22-01)
- Public hearing on Zone Change 22-02 to amend outdoor seating requirements for restaurants (Section 18.12.140)
- Award $275,555 contract to Superior Paving Company for Alley No. 27, 45, and 86 improvements
- Approve $45,810 Workforce Innovation Opportunity Act payment to Nurses Development Center, Inc.
- Approve $558,471 change order for Euclid Street rehabilitation with EBS General Engineering
The City Council voted 4-0 to adopt the 2021-2029 Housing Element update and forward it to the California Department of Housing and Community Development for certification. The council also approved a zone change modifying outdoor seating requirements for restaurants, and authorized a $558,471 change order for pavement improvements on Euclid Street and Beach Boulevard. All consent calendar items, including a $275,555 alley construction contract and a $45,810 workforce grant, were approved unanimously.
- Adopted 2021-2029 Housing Element (Resolution 6085) and authorized submittal to HCD for certification (4-0)
- Approved first reading of Ordinance 1847 modifying outdoor seating requirements for restaurants (4-0)
- Approved $558,471 change order with EBS General Engineering for Euclid Street and Beach Boulevard pavement rehabilitation (4-0)
- Awarded $275,555 construction contract to Superior Paving Company for Alley No. 27, 45, and 86 improvements (4-0)
- Approved $45,810 Workforce Innovation Opportunity Act payment to Nurses Development Center (4-0)
- Approved live entertainment permit for La Habra 300 Bowl at 370 East Whittier Boulevard for one year (4-0)
- Denied liability claims of Ms. Marie Alvarez and Ms. Haley Sims (4-0)
- Set October 17, 2022 public hearing for adoption of 2022 California Building Codes (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
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 19, 2022, were cancelled because there was no business to consider. The notice was posted publicly at least 72 hours in advance as required.
- Regular meetings cancelled for Sept. 19, 2022
- No business to consider at this time
- Notice posted at City Hall and Council Chamber
The September 19, 2022 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 of the Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency and the La Habra Civic Improvement Authority scheduled for September 19, 2022, were cancelled because there was no business to consider. The notice was posted at least 72 hours in advance as required by law.
- Regular meetings cancelled for Sept. 19, 2022
- 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 September 19, 2022 regular meeting of the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of La Habra 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.
Housing Authority
The Housing Authority will meet to approve the minutes from several meetings held between June and September 2022. The board is also scheduled to approve the Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2021-2022 for submission to the State Department of Housing and Community Development.
- Approval of meeting minutes from June 20, July 5, July 18, August 1, August 15, and September 6, 2022
- Approval of the La Habra Housing Authority Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2021-2022
The La Habra Housing Authority approved a consent calendar of three items by a 4-0 vote. The board waived the full reading of resolutions and ordinances, approved minutes from five prior meetings, and adopted the Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2021-2022 for submission to the State Department of Housing and Community Development. No public comments, public hearings, or other consideration items were presented.
- Approved consent calendar items 1 through 3 by a 4-0 vote (Chair Gomez, Vice Chair Simonian, Director Espinoza, Director Nigsarian; Director Medrano absent).
- Waived reading in full of resolutions and ordinances, approving them by reading title only.
- Approved meeting minutes from June 20, 2022, July 5, 2022, August 1, 2022, August 15, 2022, and September 6, 2022.
- Approved the La Habra Housing Authority Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2021-2022 for submittal to the State Department of Housing and Community Development.
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Community Services Commission
The La Habra Community Services Commission is holding a regular meeting with a consent calendar to approve July 2022 minutes and consideration items for subcommittee appointments and receiving the Special Events Calendar. Public comments are limited to three minutes per person.
- Approve meeting minutes of July 13, 2022
- Make subcommittee appointments
- Receive and file the Special Events Calendar
The Community Services Commission voted 3-0 to postpone subcommittee appointments to the September 14 meeting. They also approved the June 8 meeting minutes and canceled the August 10 meeting. No action was taken on the Love Our Cities concept; the special events calendar and capital projects update were received as information.
- Approved June 8, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)
- Postponed subcommittee appointments to September 14, 2022 (3-0)
- Canceled August 10, 2022 meeting (3-0)
- Received and filed Love Our Cities concept (no action)
- Received and filed 2022 Special Events Calendar
- Received and filed City Capital Projects update
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The La Habra Planning Commission's regular meeting scheduled for September 12, 2022, was cancelled because there was no business to consider. The notice was posted publicly at least 72 hours in advance as required by law.
- Regular meeting cancelled due to no business to consider
Utility Authority
The City Council and its associated authorities have cancelled all regular meetings scheduled for September 6, 2022. The notice states there is no business to consider at this time.
The September 6, 2022 regular meeting of the La Habra Utility Authority was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted in accordance with legal requirements. No decisions were made.
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 Tuesday, September 6, 2022, due to having no business to consider. The next regular City Council meeting is set for Monday, September 19, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chamber, 100 East La Habra Boulevard.
- Regular meeting of Sept. 6, 2022 cancelled due to no business
- Next regular meeting scheduled for Sept. 19, 2022 at 6:30 p.m.
- Meeting location: City Council Chamber, 100 East La Habra Boulevard
The September 6, 2022 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 councilmembers were present, and no decisions were made.
Civic Improvement Authority
The City Council and its affiliated bodies (Successor Agency, Civic Improvement Authority, Housing Authority, Utility Authority) cancelled their regular September 6, 2022 meeting because there was no business to consider. The next regular City Council meeting is scheduled for Monday, September 19, 2022 at 6:30 p.m.
- Cancellation of all regular meetings for September 6, 2022
- Next regular City Council meeting set for September 19, 2022 at 6:30 p.m.
The September 6, 2022 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 of the La Habra City Council and its associated agencies (Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency, Civic Improvement Authority, Housing Authority, and Utility Authority) scheduled for Tuesday, September 6, 2022, are cancelled because there is no business to consider. The next regular city council meeting is set for Monday, September 19, 2022, at 6:30 p.m.
- Cancellation of all regular meetings for September 6, 2022
- Next regular city council meeting scheduled for September 19, 2022 at 6:30 p.m.
- Meetings were moved from September 5 (Labor Day) to September 6 per municipal code
The September 6, 2022 regular meeting of the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of La Habra 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 taken)
Housing Authority
The City Council and its related bodies (Redevelopment Agency successor, Civic Improvement Authority, Housing Authority, Utility Authority) cancelled their regular September 6, 2022 meeting because there was no business to consider. The next regular City Council meeting is scheduled for Monday, September 19, 2022 at 6:30 p.m.
- Cancellation of all regular meetings for September 6, 2022
- Next regular City Council meeting set for September 19, 2022 at 6:30 p.m.
The September 6, 2022 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)
Planning Commission
The La Habra Planning Commission will hold two public hearings: one to recommend approval of the 2021-2029 Housing Element update (General Plan Amendment 22-01) and another to recommend a zone change (22-02) modifying outdoor seating requirements for restaurants. The commission will also consider approving the August 8, 2022 meeting minutes and other routine consent items.
- Public hearing on General Plan Amendment 22-01 adopting the 2021-2029 (6th Cycle) Housing Element
- Public hearing on Zone Change 22-02 to amend Section 18.12.140 (Outdoor Seating Area) for restaurants
- Both items are CEQA-exempt under common sense exemption (Section 15061(b)(3))
- Approval of Planning Commission minutes from August 8, 2022
- Procedural waiver to read resolutions and ordinances by title only
The Planning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend that the City Council approve General Plan Amendment 22-01, adopting the 2021-2029 (6th Cycle) Housing Element. They also voted 5-0 to recommend a zone change modifying outdoor seating requirements for restaurants. No public comments were made on either item.
- Recommended City Council approve General Plan Amendment 22-01 adopting 2021-2029 Housing Element (5-0)
- Recommended City Council adopt zone change 22-02 modifying outdoor seating requirements for restaurants (5-0)
- Approved consent calendar including procedural waiver and August 8, 2022 minutes (5-0)
Beautification Committee
The La Habra Beautification Committee is meeting to approve July 2022 minutes, select Beautification Awards for Districts 4 and 1, discuss Love La Habra Community Service Day on September 17, and receive updates on city events and programs. The agenda includes routine consent items and consideration items, with public comment allowed on each.
- Select District 4 and 1 Beautification Awards
- Love La Habra Community Service Day – Saturday, September 17 (8 a.m. – 1 p.m.)
- Update on City Event and Programs
- Approve July 2022 meeting minutes
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 August 15, 2022, are cancelled due to no business to consider. The notice was posted publicly at least 72 hours in advance.
- Cancellation of four agency meetings for August 15, 2022
- 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 August 15, 2022 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 (unanimous, no members present)
City Council
The La Habra City Council will hold its regular meeting on August 15, 2022, with the adjourned meeting canceled. The main business is the second reading and adoption of four ordinances approving development agreements for non-storefront retail cannabis businesses at specific locations. The consent calendar also includes routine items such as a traffic signal services contract, a license plate reader lease, and a traffic enforcement grant expenditure.
- Adopt Ordinance No. 1843: Development Agreement 22-02 with On Deck Delivery, LLC, for cannabis business at 1000 South Leslie Street, Suite D
- Adopt Ordinance No. 1844: Development Agreement 22-01 with Essential Roots La Habra, LLC, for cannabis business at 441 East Imperial Highway, Suite E
- Adopt Ordinance No. 1845: Development Agreement 22-03 with JP420, LLC, for cannabis business at 536 West Mountain View Avenue, Suite B
- Adopt Ordinance No. 1846: Development Agreement 22-04 with Shryne La Habra, LLC (DBA-Blaze), for cannabis business at 1721 East Lambert Road, Suite A
- Approve agreement with AGA Engineers, Inc. for traffic signal operations, not to exceed $261,450 over six years
The La Habra City Council approved the consent calendar, including second readings of ordinances for four non-storefront retail cannabis businesses, and separately approved a $130,000 traffic safety grant. All votes were unanimous (5-0). The meeting also included presentations on community outreach and trash services, but no public hearings or other consideration items.
- Approved Ordinance No. 1843 for On Deck Delivery, LLC cannabis business at 1000 South Leslie Street, Suite D (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 1844 for Essential Roots La Habra, LLC cannabis business at 441 East Imperial Highway, Suite E (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 1845 for JP420, LLC cannabis business at 536 West Mountain View Avenue, Suite B (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 1846 for Shryne La Habra, LLC (DBA - Blaze) cannabis business at 1721 East Lambert Road, Suite A (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 6081 to continue remote telephonic meetings under AB 361 (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 6082 adopting amended Conflict of Interest Code (5-0)
- Authorized $261,450 agreement with AGA Engineers for traffic signal operations (5-0)
- Approved $40,450 lease with Flock Group for license plate reader cameras (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Civic Improvement Authority
The regular meetings of four La Habra agencies — the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency, Civic Improvement Authority, Housing Authority, and Utility Authority — scheduled for August 15, 2022, are cancelled because there is no business to consider. The notice was posted publicly at least 72 hours in advance as required by law.
- All four agency meetings cancelled for August 15, 2022
- Cancellation due to no business to consider
- Meetings would have been at 6:30 p.m. in City Council Chamber, 100 East La Habra Boulevard
The August 15, 2022 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 by law. No members were present, and no decisions were made.
- Meeting cancelled due to no business (unanimous, no vote)
Successor Agency
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 August 15, 2022, 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 agency meetings cancelled due to no business
- Meetings were to be held at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chamber, 100 East La Habra Boulevard
The August 15, 2022 regular meeting of the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of La Habra 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 August 15, 2022, are cancelled due to no business to consider. The notice was posted 72 hours in advance as required.
- All four agency meetings cancelled for August 15, 2022
- No business to consider at this time
The August 15, 2022 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 in accordance with the law. No decisions were made.
Planning Commission
The La Habra Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three requests: a lot line adjustment between two properties, a special event permit for a pumpkin patch, and a conditional use permit for beer and wine sales at a restaurant. The commission will also consider routine consent items, including meeting minutes and a procedural waiver.
- Lot line adjustment 22-01 between 2200 West Imperial Highway and 1240 South Brass Lantern Drive
- Special event permit 22-03 for a pumpkin patch at 777 South Beach Boulevard
- Conditional use permit 22-20 for beer and wine sales at 2050 West Whittier Boulevard, Suite B
- Approval of July 25, 2022 meeting minutes
- Waiver of full reading of resolutions and ordinances
The Planning Commission approved three items: a lot line adjustment between 2200 West Imperial Highway and 1240 South Brass Lantern Drive (Resolution 22-34, 5-0), a special event permit for a pumpkin patch at 777 South Beach Boulevard (Resolution 22-35, 4-0-1 with Commissioner Surich abstaining), and a conditional use permit for beer and wine sales at Green Chile restaurant, 2050 West Whittier Boulevard, Suite B (Resolution 22-36, 5-0). The consent calendar was approved 4-0-1 with Commissioner Bernier abstaining from the minutes approval. No substantive decisions were made beyond these approvals.
- Approved Lot Line Adjustment 22-01 (Resolution 22-34) for 2200 W Imperial Hwy and 1240 S Brass Lantern Dr (5-0)
- Approved Special Event Permit 22-03 (Resolution 22-35) for pumpkin patch at 777 S Beach Blvd (4-0-1, Surich abstained)
- Approved Conditional Use Permit 22-20 (Resolution 22-36) for beer/wine sales at 2050 W Whittier Blvd, Suite B (5-0)
- Approved consent calendar including July 25, 2022 minutes (4-0-1, Bernier abstained)
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 August 1, 2022, are cancelled due to no business to consider. The notice was posted 72 hours in advance as required.
- All four boards' meetings cancelled for August 1, 2022
- No business to consider at this time
The August 1, 2022 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 (unanimous, no members present)
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 August 1, 2022, are cancelled due to no business to consider. The notice was posted at least 72 hours in advance as required by law.
- Cancellation of all four agencies' regular meetings for August 1, 2022
- No business to consider at this time
The August 1, 2022 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)
City Council
The La Habra City Council will hold four public hearings on non-storefront retail cannabis businesses, including an appeal of a denied conditional use permit and three development agreements. The council will also consider routine consent items such as approving meeting minutes, an audit contract, and warrants. A closed session is scheduled for anticipated litigation and national prescription opiate litigation.
- Appeal of Planning Commission denial of Conditional Use Permit 22-07 for cannabis business at 1000 South Leslie Street, Suite D
- Development Agreement 22-01 with Essential Roots La Habra, LLC for cannabis business at 441 East Imperial Highway, Suite E
- Development Agreement 22-03 with J P420, LLC for cannabis business at 536 West Mountain View Avenue, Suite B
- Development Agreement 22-04 with Shryne La Habra, LLC (DBA-Blaze) for cannabis business at 1721 East Lambert Road, Suite A
- Audit agreement with Clifton Larson Allen LLP for $85,439 in first year; warrants totaling $5,200,353.10 and wire transfer of $1,300,000
The City Council unanimously approved a conditional use permit for a non-storefront retail cannabis business at 1000 South Leslie Street, overruling the Planning Commission's denial, and approved first readings of ordinances for development agreements with three other cannabis businesses. The council also directed staff to draft an ordinance streamlining outdoor dining approvals and accepted a $32,000 annual opioid settlement for 18 years.
- Approved CUP 22-07 for cannabis business at 1000 S. Leslie St., overruling Planning Commission (5-0)
- Approved first reading of Ordinance 1843 for Development Agreement 22-02 with On Deck Delivery, LLC (5-0)
- Approved first reading of Ordinance 1844 for Development Agreement 22-01 with Essential Roots La Habra, LLC (5-0)
- Approved first reading of Ordinance 1845 for Development Agreement 22-03 with JP420, LLC (5-0)
- Approved first reading of Ordinance 1846 for Development Agreement 22-04 with Shryne Group, LLC (5-0)
- Directed drafting of ordinance to streamline outdoor dining approvals (5-0)
- Accepted $32,000/year opioid settlement for 18 years, first year to County of Orange (5-0)
- Approved consent calendar including audit contract and warrants totaling $5.2M (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Successor Agency
The Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency, along with the La Habra Civic Improvement Authority, Housing Authority, and Utility Authority, have cancelled their regular meetings scheduled for August 1, 2022, because there is no business to consider. The notice was posted publicly at least 72 hours in advance.
- All four agencies' meetings cancelled for August 1, 2022
- No business to consider at this time
- Notice posted at City Hall and Council Chamber
The August 1, 2022 regular meeting of the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of La Habra 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
Housing Authority
The regular meetings of four La Habra boards—Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency, Civic Improvement Authority, Housing Authority, and Utility Authority—scheduled for August 1, 2022, are cancelled because there is no business to consider. The notice was posted 72 hours in advance as required.
- Cancellation of all four board meetings for August 1, 2022
- No business to consider at this time
The August 1, 2022 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
Housing Authority
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 have cancelled their regular meetings scheduled for August 1, 2022, because there is no business to consider. The notice was posted at least 72 hours in advance as required by law.
- All four boards' meetings cancelled for August 1, 2022
- No business to consider at this time
- Notice posted at City Hall and Council Chamber
Planning Commission
The La Habra Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two conditional use permits: one for a public art mural at 211 West Sandlewood Avenue and another for a soil vapor remediation system at 302-440 North Harbor Boulevard. The commission will vote on resolutions to deny the mural permit and approve the remediation system permit. The agenda also includes routine consent items such as approving the June 27, 2022 meeting minutes.
- Public hearing for Conditional Use Permit 22-19 for a mural at 211 West Sandlewood Avenue; staff recommends denial
- Public hearing for Conditional Use Permit 22-18 for a soil vapor remediation system at 302-440 North Harbor Boulevard; staff recommends approval
- Consent calendar includes approval of June 27, 2022 meeting minutes
- Both projects are categorically exempt from CEQA
The La Habra Planning Commission denied Conditional Use Permit 22-19 for a public art mural at 211 West Sandlewood Avenue, citing neighborhood character concerns and lack of a Public Arts Ordinance. The Commission also approved Conditional Use Permit 22-18 for a soil vapor remediation system at 302-440 North Harbor Boulevard, with conditions including a post-installation noise study and bollard installation.
- Denied CUP 22-19 for public art mural at 211 West Sandlewood Avenue (4-0)
- Approved CUP 22-18 for soil vapor remediation system at 302-440 North Harbor Boulevard (4-0)
- Added condition #6 requiring bollard installation plan for remediation equipment
- Approved consent calendar including waiver of reading and June 27, 2022 minutes (3-0-1)
Beautification Committee
The La Habra Beautification Committee is meeting to handle routine business and discuss several community items. They will approve the June 2022 meeting minutes, select District 3 Beautification Awards, discuss the Love La Habra Community Service Day on September 17, and receive an update on city events and programs.
- Select District 3 Beautification Awards
- Love La Habra Community Service Day – Saturday, September 17 (8 a.m. – 1 p.m.)
- Update on City Events and Programs
- Approve June 2022 meeting minutes
Utility Authority
The La Habra City Council, meeting jointly with the Housing and Utility Authorities, will consider approving guidelines for ARPA-funded bill and small business assistance programs, a non-profit grant program, and an agreement with Mercy House Living Centers for permanent supportive housing. The consent calendar includes routine items such as denying liability claims, approving a contract with Cornerstone Communications, and authorizing warrants and wire transfers. The agenda also includes a canceled adjourned meeting and several proclamations and recognitions.
- Approve $500,000 ARPA Bill Assistance Program and $300,000 Small Business Assistance Program guidelines
- Approve $500,000 Community Non-Profit Grant Program with $25,000 max per application
- Approve agreement with Mercy House Living Centers for permanent supportive housing pilot, with $25,219 budget appropriation
- Award $84,360 contract to Willdan for sewer feasibility study and design for former County Island sewer project
- Approve warrants totaling $2,574,035.37 and wire transfer of $3,865,431.29
The La Habra City Council approved guidelines for three American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funded programs: a $500,000 bill assistance program, a $300,000 small business assistance program, and a $500,000 community non-profit grant program. The council also approved a pilot agreement with Mercy House Living Centers for permanent supportive housing, limited to two units in the first year. A $265,000 settlement in the Heirs of Aguirre v. City of La Habra case was announced.
- Approved $500K ARPA bill assistance program guidelines (5-0)
- Approved $300K ARPA small business assistance program guidelines (5-0)
- Approved $500K community non-profit grant program guidelines (4-1, Espinoza abstained)
- Approved Mercy House supportive housing pilot agreement, max 2 units first year (5-0)
- Authorized $25,219 budget for one supportive housing unit under Option #2 (5-0)
- Awarded $84,360 sewer feasibility study contract to Willdan (consent, 5-0)
- Denied four liability claims (Ana Robles, Birawati Notoredjo, Israel Ruelas, Ricardo Ruelas) (consent, 5-0)
- Rejected all bids for Alley No. 27, 45 and 86 improvement project (consent, 5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
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 July 18, 2022, 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 July 18, 2022
- 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 July 18, 2022 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 vote recorded)
City Council
The La Habra City Council will hold a regular meeting and joint meetings with the Housing and Utility Authorities. The main items for discussion include approving guidelines for ARPA-funded bill assistance and small business programs, a new non-profit grant program, and an agreement with Mercy House for permanent supportive housing. The consent calendar includes routine items such as denying liability claims, approving a contract for public outreach, and approving warrants and wire transfers.
- Approve $500,000 ARPA Bill Assistance Program and $300,000 Small Business Assistance Program guidelines
- Approve $500,000 Community Non-Profit Grant Program with max $25,000 per application
- Approve agreement with Mercy House Living Centers for permanent supportive housing pilot, with $25,219 budget appropriation
- Reject bids for Alley No. 27, 45, and 86 Improvement project and re-advertise
- Award $84,360 contract to Willdan for sewer improvements feasibility study
The City Council approved guidelines for ARPA-funded bill assistance ($500,000) and small business assistance ($300,000) programs, and a non-profit grant program ($500,000) with a 4-1 vote (Espinoza recused). It also approved a professional services agreement with Mercy House Living Centers for a scattered-site permanent supportive housing pilot, limited to two units in the first year, with a $25,219 budget appropriation. Consent items included denying four liability claims, approving a contract with Cornerstone Communications, and awarding a sewer study contract to Willdan for $84,360.
- Approved ARPA bill assistance program guidelines ($500,000) (5-0)
- Approved ARPA small business assistance program guidelines ($300,000) (5-0)
- Approved non-profit grant program guidelines ($500,000) (4-1, Espinoza recused)
- Approved Mercy House supportive housing agreement, 2 units max first year (5-0)
- Authorized $25,219 budget for one supportive housing unit under Option #2 (5-0)
- Denied liability claims of Ana Robles, Birawati Notoredjo, Israel Ruelas, Ricardo Ruelas (5-0)
- Approved Cornerstone Communications agreement for public outreach and newsletter (5-0)
- Awarded $84,360 sewer study contract to Willdan (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Successor Agency
The Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency and the La Habra Civic Improvement Authority have cancelled their regular meetings scheduled for July 18, 2022, due to having no business to consider. The notice was posted at least 72 hours in advance as required by law.
- Regular meetings cancelled for July 18, 2022
- No business to consider at this time
- Notice posted at City Hall and Council Chamber
The Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of La Habra cancelled its regular meeting of July 18, 2022, because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No decisions were made.
Housing Authority
The La Habra City Council, meeting jointly with the Housing Authority and Utility Authority, will consider approving guidelines for American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funded programs, including a $500,000 bill assistance program, a $300,000 small business assistance program, and a $500,000 non-profit grant program. The council will also consider an agreement with Mercy House Living Centers for a permanent supportive housing pilot program. The agenda includes several routine consent items, including denying four liability claims and approving warrants totaling over $6.4 million.
- Approve ARPA-funded Bill Assistance Program ($500,000) and Small Business Assistance Program ($300,000) guidelines
- Approve La Habra Community Non-Profit Grant Program guidelines ($500,000 total, max $25,000 per application)
- Approve agreement with Mercy House Living Centers for permanent supportive housing pilot ($25,219 budget appropriation)
- Award $84,360 contract to Willdan for sewer improvement feasibility study for former County Island sewer project
- Approve warrants totaling $2,574,035.37 and wire transfer of $3,865,431.29
The La Habra City Council approved guidelines for three American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funded programs: a $500,000 bill assistance program, a $300,000 small business assistance program, and a $500,000 community non-profit grant program. The council also approved a professional services agreement with Mercy House Living Centers for a scattered-site permanent supportive housing pilot, limited to two units in the first year with a six-month review. All consent calendar items, including the rejection of bids for an alley improvement project and a sewer study contract, were approved unanimously.
- Approved ARPA bill assistance program guidelines ($500,000) (5-0)
- Approved ARPA small business assistance program guidelines ($300,000) (5-0)
- Approved La Habra Community Non-Profit Grant Program guidelines ($500,000) (4-1, Espinoza abstained)
- Approved Mercy House Living Centers permanent supportive housing pilot agreement, limited to 2 units first year (5-0)
- Authorized $25,219 budget appropriation for one year of supportive housing under Option #2
- Rejected all bids for Alley No. 27, 45 and 86 Improvement project; authorized re-advertising
- Awarded $84,360 contract to Willdan for sewer improvements feasibility study
- Denied four liability claims (Ana Robles, Birawati Notoredjo, Israel Ruelas, Ricardo Ruelas)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Community Services Commission
The Community Services Commission will hold a regular meeting with a consent calendar, sub-committee appointments, and several discussion items. Key topics include continuing discussions on the Love Our Cities concept, receiving the 2022 Special Events Calendar, considering cancellation of the August 10 meeting, and receiving the 2022-2023 city capital improvement projects. The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions or public hearings.
- Approve June 8, 2022 meeting minutes
- Make sub-committee appointments
- Continue discussions on Love Our Cities concept
- Receive and file Special Events Calendar 2022
- Discuss cancellation of August 10, 2022 meeting
The Community Services Commission approved the minutes from its June 8, 2022 meeting. Staff provided updates on special events and the For Love of Cities community engagement proposal, which was deferred pending a recommendation from the Planning Commission. The Commission discussed sub-committee appointments and various community programs.
- Approved June 8, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Adjourned meeting to July 13, 2022 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The La Habra Planning Commission's regular meeting scheduled for July 11, 2022, was cancelled due to 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
Civic Improvement Authority
The La Habra City Council and four related bodies (Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency, Civic Improvement Authority, Housing Authority, and Utility Authority) have cancelled their regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, July 5, 2022, because there is no business to consider. The next regular city council meeting is set for Monday, July 18, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. The notice was posted on June 30, 2022, at least 72 hours in advance as required.
- Cancellation of July 5, 2022 regular meetings for five city bodies
- Next regular city council meeting scheduled for July 18, 2022 at 6:30 p.m.
- Notice posted June 30, 2022, at City Hall and Council Chamber
The July 5, 2022 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 La Habra City Council and its associated bodies (Successor Agency, Civic Improvement Authority, Housing Authority, Utility Authority) have cancelled their regular meeting scheduled for July 5, 2022, because there is no business to consider. The next regular meeting is set for July 18, 2022.
- Cancellation of July 5, 2022 regular meetings for all five bodies
- Next regular meeting scheduled for July 18, 2022 at 6:30 p.m.
- Meeting location: City Council Chamber, 100 East La Habra Boulevard
The July 5, 2022 regular meeting of the Successor Agency to the 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
Planning Commission
The La Habra Planning Commission will hold four public hearings to consider conditional use permits for non-storefront retail cannabis businesses at four locations, each with a related development agreement. The Commission will vote on the permits and make recommendations to the City Council on the development agreements. The agenda also includes routine consent items like meeting minutes approval.
- Conditional Use Permit 22-07 for cannabis business at 1000 South Leslie Street, Suite D, with Development Agreement 22-02 with On Deck Delivery, LLC
- Conditional Use Permit 22-05 for cannabis business at 441 East Imperial Highway, Suite E, with Development Agreement 22-01 with Essential Roots La Habra, LLC
- Conditional Use Permit 22-11 for cannabis business at 536 West Mountain View Avenue, Suite B, with Development Agreement 22-03 with JP420, LLC
- Conditional Use Permit 22-13 for cannabis business at 1721 East Lambert Road, Suite A, with Development Agreement 22-04 with Shryne La Habra, LLC (DBA Blaze)
- Consent calendar includes waiver of full reading of resolutions and approval of June 13, 2022 meeting minutes
The Planning Commission approved conditional use permits and development agreements for three non-storefront retail cannabis businesses at 441 E. Imperial Hwy, 536 W. Mountain View Ave, and 1721 E. Lambert Rd, each by a 3-1 vote. A fourth permit for 1000 S. Leslie St failed on a 2-2 tie. The commission also approved the consent calendar with corrections to the June 13 minutes.
- Approved CUP 22-05 for non-storefront retail cannabis at 441 E. Imperial Hwy, Suite E (3-1)
- Approved Development Agreement 22-01 with Essential Roots La Habra, LLC (3-1)
- Approved CUP 22-11 for non-storefront retail cannabis at 536 W. Mountain View Ave, Suite B (3-1)
- Approved Development Agreement 22-03 with JP 420, LLC (3-1)
- Approved CUP 22-13 for non-storefront retail cannabis at 1721 E. Lambert Rd, Suite A (3-1)
- Approved Development Agreement 22-04 with Shryne La Habra, LLC (DBA Blaze) (3-1)
- Denied CUP 22-07 for non-storefront retail cannabis at 1000 S. Leslie St, Suite D (2-2 tie)
- Denied Development Agreement 22-02 with On Deck Delivery, LLC (2-2 tie)
Emergency Preparedness Council
The Emergency Preparedness Council of the City of La Habra has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for June 22, 2022, 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
Civic Improvement Authority
The La Habra City Council and joint authorities will hold a public hearing to adopt the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 municipal budget and set the appropriations limit. They will also consider a master fee schedule amendment, a temporary reduction in solid waste fees, and several routine consent items including contracts, resolutions, and financial reports.
- Adopt FY 2022-2023 municipal budget and appropriations limit
- Amend master schedule of fees for various city services
- Temporarily reduce solid waste sanitation and franchise fees
- Approve warrants totaling $2,661,619.62 and wire transfers of $406,000.00
- Approve professional services agreement with Townsend Public Affairs for legislative advocacy and grant writing
The City Council unanimously adopted the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Municipal Budget, including a $400,000 allocation for the El Centro Park Renovation Project and an additional $2,500 for a fifth Concert in the Park. The council also approved a $50,000 settlement payment to C.S. Legacy, adopted resolutions amending the Master Schedule of Fees, and designated voting delegates for the League of California Cities conference.
- Adopted FY 2022-2023 Municipal Budget (5-0)
- Allocated $400,000 to El Centro Park Renovation Project (5-0)
- Added fifth Concert in the Park at ~$2,500 cost (5-0)
- Approved $50,000 settlement payment to C.S. Legacy
- Adopted Resolution 6076 amending Master Schedule of Fees (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 6077 temporarily reducing solid waste fees (5-0)
- Designated Councilmember Espinoza as voting delegate to LOCC conference (5-0)
- Approved consent calendar including warrants totaling $2,661,619.62 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (12 roll-call votes)
Utility Authority
The La Habra City Council and joint authorities will hold a public hearing to adopt the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 municipal budget and set the appropriations limit. They will also consider a master fee schedule amendment, including temporary reductions to solid waste fees. The consent calendar includes routine approvals such as contracts, resolutions, and warrants.
- Public hearing to adopt FY 2022-2023 municipal budget and appropriations limit
- Public hearing to amend master schedule of fees and temporarily reduce solid waste fees
- Approve professional services agreement with Townsend Public Affairs for legislative advocacy and grant writing
- Approve MOU with La Habra Professional Employees' Group for 2022-2023
- Approve warrants totaling $2,661,619.62 and wire transfers of $406,000
The City Council unanimously adopted the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Municipal Budget, including a $400,000 allocation for the El Centro Park Renovation Project and $2,500 for a fifth Concert in the Park. The council also approved a master fee schedule amendment with temporary solid waste fee reductions, a professional services agreement for legislative advocacy, and a compensation plan for professional employees. All votes were 5-0.
- Adopted FY 2022-2023 Municipal Budget (5-0)
- Allocated $400,000 to El Centro Park Renovation Project (5-0)
- Added fifth Concert in the Park at ~$2,500 cost (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 6076 amending Master Schedule of Fees (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 6077 temporarily reducing solid waste fees (5-0)
- Approved Townsend Public Affairs agreement for legislative advocacy and grant writing (5-0)
- Approved MOU with La Habra Professional Employees' Group for 2022-2023 (5-0)
- Approved warrants totaling $2,661,619.62 and wire transfers of $406,000 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (12 roll-call votes)
City Council
The La Habra City Council will hold a public hearing to adopt the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 municipal budget and establish the appropriations limit. The council will also consider a master fee schedule amendment, a professional services agreement for legislative advocacy, and several routine consent items.
- Adopt FY 2022-23 municipal budget and appropriations limit
- Amend master schedule of fees for various city services
- Approve professional services agreement with Townsend Public Affairs, Inc. for legislative advocacy and grant writing
- Approve warrants totaling $2,661,619.62 and wire transfers totaling $406,000.00
- Adopt list of capital projects funded by SB 1 Road Repair and Accountability Act
The City Council unanimously adopted the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Municipal Budget, including a $400,000 allocation for the El Centro Park Renovation Project and an additional $2,500 for a fifth Concert in the Park. The council also approved a master fee schedule amendment and temporary solid waste fee reductions, along with several consent calendar items covering contracts, resolutions, and reports.
- Adopted FY 2022-2023 Municipal Budget (5-0)
- Allocated $400,000 to El Centro Park Renovation Project (5-0)
- Added fifth Concert in the Park at $2,500 cost (5-0)
- Approved master fee schedule amendment (5-0)
- Approved temporary solid waste fee reductions (5-0)
- Approved consent calendar items 1-11 (5-0)
- Designated voting delegate to League of California Cities conference (5-0)
- Approved settlement payment of $50,000 to C.S. Legacy
🗳️ How they voted (12 roll-call votes)
Successor Agency
The La Habra City Council and joint authorities will hold a public hearing to adopt the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 municipal budget and set the appropriations limit. They will also consider amendments to the master fee schedule, including temporary reductions to solid waste fees, and several consent items such as contracts, resolutions, and warrants.
- Public hearing to adopt FY 2022-2023 municipal budget and appropriations limit
- Public hearing to amend master schedule of fees and temporarily reduce solid waste fees
- Approve professional services agreement with Townsend Public Affairs for legislative advocacy and grant writing
- Approve MOU with La Habra Professional Employees' Group for 2022-2023
- Approve warrants totaling $2,661,619.62 and wire transfers of $406,000
The City Council unanimously adopted the FY 2022-2023 municipal budget, including a $400,000 allocation for the El Centro Park Renovation Project and an additional $2,500 for a fifth Concert in the Park. The council also approved a master fee schedule amendment and a temporary reduction in solid waste sanitation and franchise fees. All consent calendar items, including contracts for legislative advocacy, child care, and road projects, were approved unanimously.
- Adopted FY 2022-2023 municipal budget (5-0)
- Allocated $400,000 to El Centro Park Renovation Project (5-0)
- Added fifth Concert in the Park at ~$2,500 (5-0)
- Approved master fee schedule amendment (5-0)
- Approved temporary reduction in solid waste fees (5-0)
- Approved professional services agreement with Townsend Public Affairs (5-0)
- Approved MOU with La Habra Professional Employees' Group (5-0)
- Approved warrants totaling $2,661,619.62 and wire transfers of $406,000 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (12 roll-call votes)
Housing Authority
The La Habra City Council and related authorities will hold a public hearing to adopt the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 municipal budget and establish the appropriations limit. They will also consider amendments to the master schedule of fees, including temporary reductions to solid waste sanitation and franchise fees. Several routine consent items are on the agenda, including contracts, resolutions, and meeting minutes.
- Public hearing to adopt FY 2022-2023 municipal budget and set appropriations limit
- Public hearing to amend master schedule of fees, including temporary solid waste fee reductions
- Approve professional services agreement with Townsend Public Affairs for legislative advocacy and grant writing
- Approve MOU with La Habra Professional Employees' Group for 2022-2023
- Approve warrants totaling $2,661,619.62 and wire transfers totaling $406,000
The City Council and related agencies unanimously adopted the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 municipal budget, including a $400,000 allocation for the El Centro Park Renovation Project and an additional $2,500 for a fifth Concert in the Park. The council also approved a master fee schedule amendment, a temporary reduction in solid waste fees, and a $50,000 settlement payment to C.S. Legacy. All consent calendar items, including contracts and resolutions, were approved 5-0.
- Adopted FY 2022-2023 municipal budget (5-0)
- Allocated $400,000 to El Centro Park Renovation Project (5-0)
- Added fifth Concert in the Park at approx. $2,500 (5-0)
- Approved master fee schedule amendment (5-0)
- Approved temporary reduction of solid waste sanitation and franchise fees (5-0)
- Approved $50,000 settlement payment to C.S. Legacy
- Approved consent calendar items including contracts and resolutions (5-0)
- Designated Councilmember Espinoza as voting delegate to LOCC conference (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (12 roll-call votes)
Beautification Committee
The La Habra Beautification Committee will hold a regular meeting to select District 2 Beautification Awards, choose a new Chair and Vice Chair, and receive an update on city events and programs. The agenda also includes approval of the May 2022 meeting minutes.
- Select District 2 Beautification Awards
- Select a Chair and Vice Chair
- Update on City Event and Programs
- Approve May 2022 meeting minutes
Planning Commission
The La Habra Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider routine consent items, including a continuance of a conditional use permit for a cannabis business, and a public hearing on the consistency of the 2022-2023 Seven-Year Capital Improvement Program with the General Plan 2035. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major new decisions expected beyond these items.
- Continuance of Conditional Use Permit 22-05 and Development Agreement 22-01 for a non-storefront retail cannabis business at 441 East Imperial Highway, Suite E, to June 27, 2022
- Public hearing to adopt a resolution finding the FY 2022-2023 Seven-Year Capital Improvement Program consistent with the La Habra General Plan 2035
- Approval of May 23, 2022, Planning Commission meeting minutes
- Waiver of full reading of resolutions and ordinances
The Planning Commission approved Resolution No. 22-23, finding the proposed FY 2022-2023 Seven-Year Capital Improvement Program consistent with the La Habra General Plan 2035. The consent calendar was approved 4-0, including a procedural waiver, approval of prior minutes, and continuation of a cannabis business permit. No public comments were made on any item.
- Approved Resolution No. 22-23 on CIP/General Plan consistency (4-0)
- Approved consent calendar including procedural waiver, April 25 minutes, and cannabis CUP continuation (4-0, Bernier abstaining)
Community Services Commission
The Community Services Commission will review the Community Services Special Events Calendar and receive a staff update regarding the For Love of Cities Community Engagement Workshop. The meeting also includes the approval of May 11, 2022, meeting minutes.
- Review of the Community Services Special Events Calendar
- Staff update on For Love of Cities Community Engagement Workshop next steps
- Approval of May 11, 2022, meeting minutes
The Community Services Commission voted 5-0 to share the 'For the Love of Cities' concept and hire a consultant to facilitate a workshop, with staff drafting a letter to the City Manager for further review. The commission also received and filed the draft Park Rental Policy and the 2021 Community Survey, and approved the April 2022 meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved April 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Received and filed draft Park Rental Policy (5-0)
- Received and filed 2021 Community Survey (5-0)
- Approved sharing Love My City workshop concept with City Manager (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Civic Improvement Authority
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 have cancelled their regular meetings scheduled for June 6, 2022, due to having no business to consider. The notice was posted publicly at least 72 hours in advance.
- All four boards' 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 6, 2022 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 boards — the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency, Civic Improvement Authority, Housing Authority, and Utility Authority — scheduled for June 6, 2022, are cancelled because there is no business to consider. The notice was posted publicly at least 72 hours in advance.
- Cancellation of June 6, 2022 meetings for four city boards
- No business to consider at this time
- Notice posted at City Hall, 100 East La Habra Boulevard
The June 6, 2022 regular meeting of the La Habra Utility Authority was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of the cancellation was posted as required by law. No decisions were made.
City Council
The La Habra City Council will hold a closed session on existing litigation, followed by a regular meeting with consent calendar items and a budget presentation. Key actions include approving a five-year Axon contract for police equipment, adopting an ordinance for a new commercial building, and receiving the proposed FY 2022-2023 budget.
- Approve $798,205 five-year contract with Axon for body-worn cameras and Tasers
- Adopt Ordinance No. 1842 for new commercial building at 731 East Imperial Highway
- Approve stop signs at Greenwood Avenue and Lois Street, and Greenwood Avenue and Hillside Street
- Call November 8, 2022 General Municipal Election
- Receive proposed FY 2022-2023 budget presentation
The City Council unanimously approved the consent calendar, including a five-year, $798,205 contract with Axon Enterprise for body-worn cameras and Tasers, and adopted resolutions for stop signs, the November 2022 election, and remote meetings. The council also received and filed the proposed FY 2022-2023 budget presentation, with no public testimony. No substantive decisions were made beyond these approvals.
- Approved consent calendar items 1-12 (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 1842 for commercial building at 731 E. Imperial Hwy (5-0)
- Approved $798,205 five-year Axon contract for body cameras and Tasers (5-0)
- Adopted Resolutions 6063 and 6064 for stop signs at Greenwood/Lois and Greenwood/Hillside (5-0)
- Adopted Resolutions 6065-6067 for Nov. 8, 2022 election (5-0)
- Approved warrants totaling $1,898,576.26 (5-0)
- Received and filed FY 2022-2023 budget presentation (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
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 6, 2022, are cancelled because there is no business to consider. The notice was posted publicly at least 72 hours in advance as required by law.
- Cancellation of June 6, 2022 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 6, 2022 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.
- Meeting cancelled due to no business (unanimous, no vote recorded)
Successor Agency
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 have cancelled their regular meetings scheduled for June 6, 2022, due to having no business to consider. The notice was posted at least 72 hours in advance as required by law.
- Cancellation of regular meetings for four agencies on June 6, 2022
- 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 6, 2022 regular meeting of the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of La Habra was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted as required by law. No decisions were made.
Planning Commission
The La Habra Planning Commission will consider a continuance for a cannabis business permit and development agreement, and hold a public hearing on a new commercial building. The meeting also includes routine approval of minutes and procedural waivers.
- Continuance of Conditional Use Permit 22-05 and Development Agreement 22-01 for a non-storefront retail cannabis business at 441 East Imperial Highway, Suite E, to June 13, 2022
- Public hearing for Design Review 22-03: construction of a 3,450 square foot commercial building at 1130 South Beach Boulevard
- Approval of April 25, 2022 meeting minutes
- Waiver of full reading of resolutions and ordinances
The Planning Commission approved Design Review 22-03 for a 3,450 square foot commercial building at 1130 South Beach Boulevard, with a 4-0 vote. The consent calendar, including a procedural waiver, approval of April 25 minutes, and continuation of a cannabis use permit, was also approved 4-0. No public opposition was heard for the design review.
- Approved Design Review 22-03 for 3,450 sq ft commercial building at 1130 S Beach Blvd (4-0)
- Approved consent calendar including procedural waiver, April 25 minutes, and continuation of cannabis CUP 22-05 (4-0)
Beautification Committee
The La Habra Beautification Committee met on May 19, 2022, to approve the March 2022 minutes. The primary decision item was the selection of the District 4 and 1 Beautification Awards. The committee also received an update on city events and programs. No specific dollar amounts or contract details were listed in the agenda.
- Selection of District 4 and 1 Beautification Awards
- Approval of March 2022 meeting minutes
- Update on City Event and Programs
Civic Improvement 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 May 16, 2022, are cancelled because there is no business to consider. The notice was posted publicly at least 72 hours in advance as required by law.
- All three regular meetings cancelled for May 16, 2022
- Cancellation due to no business to consider
- Meetings were to be held at 6:30 p.m. in City Council Chamber, 100 East La Habra Boulevard
The May 16, 2022 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 La Habra City Council and Utility Authority will hold a joint meeting to consider declaring a Level 2 water supply shortage condition, which would implement mandatory water use restrictions. They will also hold a public hearing on a proposed ordinance to approve a 6,250-square-foot commercial building at 731 East Imperial Highway. The consent calendar includes approval of warrants totaling $1,995,637.59 and a resolution to continue remote meetings under AB 361.
- Level 2 water supply shortage condition resolution
- Public hearing for Planned Commercial-Industrial Precise Plan 22-01 at 731 East Imperial Highway
- Warrants approval totaling $1,995,637.59
- Resolution to continue remote meetings under AB 361
- Closed session on labor negotiations with employee organizations
The La Habra City Council and Utility Authority declared and implemented a Level 2 Water Supply Shortage Condition, adopting Resolution No. CC 6061 and UA 2022-01 unanimously (5-0). The council also approved the first reading of Ordinance No. 1842 for a new 6,250-square-foot commercial building at 731 East Imperial Highway, and approved consent calendar items including warrants totaling $1,995,637.59.
- Declared Level 2 water supply shortage condition, Resolution CC 6061/UA 2022-01 (5-0)
- Approved first reading of Ordinance 1842 for commercial building at 731 E Imperial Hwy (5-0)
- Approved consent calendar including warrants totaling $1,995,637.59 (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 6060 reaffirming remote meeting findings under AB 361 (5-0)
- Approved Community Services Commission meeting minutes from 2021-2022 (5-0)
- Approved Utility Authority meeting minutes from March-April 2022 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The La Habra City Council and Utility Authority will hold a joint meeting to consider declaring a Level 2 water supply shortage condition and to hold a public hearing on a proposed 6,250-square-foot commercial building at 731 East Imperial Highway. The agenda also includes routine consent items such as approving warrants totaling $1,995,637.59 and reaffirming remote meeting authority under AB 361.
- Public hearing on Planned Commercial-Industrial Precise Plan 22-01 for a 6,250 sq ft commercial building at 731 East Imperial Highway
- Resolution to declare and implement a Level 2 Water Supply Shortage Condition
- Approval of warrants Nos. 00134190-00134319 totaling $1,995,637.59
- Resolution reaffirming remote City Council meetings under AB 361
- Closed session on labor negotiations with employee organizations
The La Habra City Council and Utility Authority unanimously approved a resolution declaring a Level 2 water supply shortage condition, implementing mandatory conservation measures. The council also approved the first reading of an ordinance for a new 6,250-square-foot commercial building at 731 East Imperial Highway. All consent calendar items, including warrants totaling $1,995,637.59, were approved unanimously.
- Approved Resolution CC 6061/UA 2022-01 declaring Level 2 water supply shortage (5-0)
- Approved first reading of Ordinance 1842 for commercial building at 731 E Imperial Hwy (5-0)
- Approved consent calendar including warrants totaling $1,995,637.59 (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 6060 continuing remote telephonic meetings under AB 361 (5-0)
- Approved Community Services Commission meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved Utility Authority meeting minutes (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Housing Authority
The May 16, 2022 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.
- Meeting cancelled due to no business (unanimous, no members present)
Successor Agency
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 May 16, 2022, 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 agency meetings cancelled for May 16, 2022
- 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 May 16, 2022 regular meeting of the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of La Habra 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)
Community Services Commission
The Community Services Commission will hold a regular meeting with routine consent items, including approving minutes, receiving the 2021 Community Issues Survey, a draft Park Rental Policy, and the Special Events Calendar. The main discussion item is continuing work on the 'Love My City' community engagement concept, where the Commission will outline recommendations for the City Council.
- Approve April 13, 2022 meeting minutes
- Receive and file 2021 Community Issues Survey
- Receive and file draft Park Rental Policy
- Receive and file Special Events Calendar
- Discuss 'Love My City' community engagement ideas and strategies
The Community Services Commission approved the March 16, 2022 minutes with corrections, and reorganized by electing Commissioner Kempker as Chair and Commissioner Garcia as Vice-Chair, both by 4-0 votes. The commission also discussed a community engagement idea for downtown revitalization, reviewed the special events calendar, and received staff updates on the Children's Museum lawsuit, park reservation policy, and homeless liaison hiring. No other formal decisions were made.
- Approved March 16, 2022 minutes with corrections (4-0)
- Elected Commissioner Kempker as Chair (4-0)
- Elected Commissioner Garcia as Vice-Chair (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The La Habra Planning Commission's regular meeting scheduled for May 9, 2022, was cancelled because there was no business to consider. The notice was posted publicly at least 72 hours in advance as required by law.
- Meeting cancelled due to no business
- Notice posted at City Hall and Council Chamber
Civic Improvement Authority
The La Habra City Council, along with related authorities, will hold a joint regular meeting to consider routine consent items, including contracts, ordinances, and budget appropriations. Key actions include approving a $1,172,300 ARPA-funded package for local economic incentive programs, a payroll system consultant agreement, and several proclamations. The meeting also includes closed session discussions on labor negotiations and pending litigation.
- Approve $1,172,300 ARPA budget for Dine and Shop, bill assistance, and business assistance programs
- Approve second reading of Ordinance 1839 (zoning changes for food-to-go restaurants)
- Approve $2,180,915 WIOA youth program agreement with County of Orange
- Approve $250,000 each for new manufactured homes in two mobile home parks
- Approve $50,000 change order for park street improvements (Sully-Miller Contracting)
The La Habra City Council and joint authorities approved a consent calendar including a $1,172,300 budget appropriation from American Rescue Plan Act funds for 'Dine and Shop', bill assistance, and business assistance programs. They also adopted ordinances on food-to-go restaurant zoning and the Community Services Commission, and approved a $50,000 change order for mobile home park street improvements. One item, a payroll system support consultant agreement, was removed from the agenda by staff.
- Approved $1,172,300 ARPA budget for Dine and Shop, bill assistance, and business assistance programs (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 1839 amending zoning for food-to-go restaurants (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 1840 amending Community Services Commission chapter (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 6058 to continue remote telephonic meetings under AB 361 (5-0)
- Approved $50,000 change order for street improvements at Park La Habra and View Park mobile home parks (5-0)
- Approved $250,000 from LMIHF and $250,000 from Housing Authority for new manufactured homes (5-0)
- Approved $2,180,915 WIOA youth program agreement with County of Orange (5-0)
- Approved warrants totaling $2,202,330.35 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The La Habra City Council will consider consent items including a $1.17 million ARPA-funded package for local economic incentives, bill assistance, and business aid, plus several ordinance adoptions and contract approvals. The meeting also includes closed session discussions on labor negotiations and pending litigation.
- Approve $1,172,300 ARPA budget for Dine and Shop, bill assistance, and business programs
- Second reading of Ordinance 1839 amending zoning for food-to-go restaurants
- Approve $2,180,915 WIOA youth program agreement with County of Orange
- Approve warrants totaling $2,202,330.35
- Approve $50,000 change order for park street improvements at View Park and Park La Habra
The City Council approved the consent calendar unanimously (5-0), which included adopting two ordinances (No. 1839 and No. 1840), a resolution to continue remote meetings, and an agreement with Priscila Davila & Associates to administer ARPA-funded programs with a $1,172,300 budget appropriation. The council also approved warrants totaling $2,202,330.35 and various other items. One item, a payroll system support consultant agreement, was removed from the agenda by staff.
- Approved consent calendar items 1-5 and 7-10, Housing Authority items 1-2, City Council & Housing Authority item 1, and City Council, Agency & Authorities item 1 (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 1839, amending zoning for 'food to go' restaurants and other changes
- Adopted Ordinance No. 1840, amending Chapter 2.28 regarding the Community Services Commission
- Adopted Resolution No. 6058, continuing remote telephonic meetings under AB 361
- Approved $1,172,300 ARPA budget for Dine and Shop, Bill(s) Assistance, and Business Assistance programs
- Approved $2,180,915 third amendment to WIOA agreement with County of Orange for youth employment program
- Approved warrants totaling $2,202,330.35
- Approved $50,000 change order for park street improvements with Sully-Miller Contracting Company
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Utility Authority
The La Habra City Council, along with its joint authorities, will hold a regular meeting covering routine consent items, including approval of meeting minutes, ordinances, and contracts. Key actions include adopting two ordinances (zoning changes for food-to-go restaurants and Community Services Commission amendments), approving a $1.17 million ARPA-funded package for local economic and business assistance programs, and authorizing a $2.18 million youth employment program agreement. The agenda also includes several proclamations and a closed session on pending litigation.
- Approve $1,172,300 ARPA budget for Dine and Shop, bill assistance, and business assistance programs
- Adopt Ordinance No. 1839 amending zoning for food-to-go restaurants and parking standards
- Adopt Ordinance No. 1840 amending Community Services Commission chapter
- Approve $2,180,915 WIOA youth program agreement with County of Orange
- Approve $50,000 change order for park street improvements at View Park and Park La Habra mobile home parks
The La Habra City Council and joint authorities approved the consent calendar unanimously (5-0), which included adopting two ordinances, approving a resolution for remote meetings, and authorizing ARPA-funded programs. A payroll system consultant agreement was removed from the agenda by staff. The meeting also included proclamations and community announcements.
- Approved consent calendar items 1-5 and 7-10 (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 1839 (zone change for food-to-go restaurants)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 1840 (Community Services Commission amendment)
- Adopted Resolution No. 6058 (remote meetings under AB 361)
- Approved $1,172,300 ARPA appropriation for Dine and Shop, bills, and business assistance programs
- Approved $2,180,915 WIOA youth program agreement with County of Orange
- Approved warrants totaling $2,202,330.35
- Approved $50,000 change order for mobile home park street improvements
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Housing Authority
The La Habra City Council and Housing Authority will consider consent items including a $1.17 million ARPA-funded package for local economic and business assistance, and the installation of two new manufactured homes in mobile home parks for future affordable housing. The meeting also includes second readings of two ordinances and several routine approvals.
- Approve $1,172,300 ARPA budget for Dine and Shop, Bill Assistance, and Business Assistance programs
- Approve $250,000 from LMIHF and $250,000 from Housing Authority for new manufactured homes in View Park Estates and Park La Habra
- Approve $50,000 change order for park street improvements at View Park and Park La Habra mobile home parks
- Approve second reading of Ordinance No. 1839 (zoning changes for food-to-go restaurants)
- Approve warrants totaling $2,202,330.35
The La Habra City Council and Housing Authority held a joint meeting on May 2, 2022, approving a consent calendar that included several major items. The council approved a $1,172,300 budget appropriation from American Rescue Plan Act funds for local economic incentive, bill assistance, and business assistance programs. Also approved were two zoning ordinance adoptions, a resolution to continue remote meetings, and a $50,000 change order for mobile home park street improvements.
- Approved $1,172,300 ARPA funds for Dine and Shop, bill assistance, and business programs
- Adopted Ordinance No. 1839 amending zoning for food-to-go restaurants
- Adopted Ordinance No. 1840 amending Community Services Commission chapter
- Adopted Resolution No. 6058 to continue remote telephonic meetings under AB 361
- Approved $50,000 change order for street improvements at two mobile home parks (5-0)
- Approved $250,000 for new manufactured home at View Park Estates and $250,000 at Park La Habra
- Approved warrants totaling $2,202,330.35
- Received and filed FY 2020-2021 audited financial reports
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Successor Agency
The La Habra City Council, along with the Successor Agency and other authorities, will hold a joint meeting to consider consent calendar items including zoning ordinance amendments, a $1.17 million ARPA-funded economic incentive program, and various contracts. The agenda also includes proclamations and a closed session on labor negotiations and pending litigation.
- Approve second reading of Ordinance No. 1839 amending Title 18 zoning for 'Food To Go' restaurants
- Approve $1,172,300 ARPA budget for Dine and Shop, Bill Assistance, and Business Assistance programs
- Approve $2,180,915 WIOA youth program agreement with County of Orange
- Approve $250,000 each for new manufactured homes in View Park Estates and Park La Habra Mobile Homes
- Approve $50,000 change order for park street improvements with Sully-Miller Contracting
The City Council approved a consent calendar that included adopting two ordinances, approving a resolution for remote meetings, and authorizing a $1,172,300 budget appropriation for ARPA-funded local incentive programs. The Housing Authority approved installing two new manufactured homes for affordable housing. A payroll system support consultant agreement was removed from the agenda by staff.
- Approved consent calendar items 1-5 and 7-10 (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 1839 amending zoning for 'food to go' restaurants (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 1840 amending Community Services Commission chapter (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 6058 continuing remote meetings under AB 361 (5-0)
- Approved $1,172,300 ARPA budget for Dine and Shop, Bill Assistance, and Business Assistance programs (5-0)
- Approved $2,180,915 WIOA youth program agreement with County of Orange (5-0)
- Approved warrants totaling $2,202,330.35 (5-0)
- Approved $250,000 for each of two new manufactured homes in mobile home parks (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning Commission
The La Habra Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three items: a conditional use permit for Dave's Hot Chicken at 1331 West Imperial Highway, a precise plan for a 6,250 sq ft commercial building at 731 East Imperial Highway, and design review for Vista Grande Park improvements at 1101 West Las Lomas Drive. They will also consider a freestanding sign at 1950 West La Habra Boulevard and approve minutes from the April 11 meeting.
- Conditional Use Permit 22-12 for Dave's Hot Chicken restaurant at 1331 West Imperial Highway, Suites B and C
- Planned Commercial Industrial Precise Plan 22-01 for 6,250 sq ft commercial building at 731 East Imperial Highway
- Design Review 22-01 for Vista Grande Park Improvement Project at 1101 West Las Lomas Drive
- Architectural Design Review 22-01 for freestanding sign at 1950 West La Habra Boulevard
- Approval of April 11, 2022 meeting minutes
The La Habra Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit for Dave's Hot Chicken at 1331 W. Imperial Hwy., a planned commercial-industrial precise plan for a new building at 731 E. Imperial Hwy., and design review for the Vista Grande Park improvements. All votes were 5-0. The commission also approved a freestanding sign at 1950 W. La Habra Blvd. and the consent calendar.
- Approved CUP 22-12 for Dave's Hot Chicken restaurant at 1331 W. Imperial Hwy., Suites B and C (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 22-20 recommending City Council adopt Planned Commercial-Industrial Precise Plan 22-01 for a 6,250 sq ft building at 731 E. Imperial Hwy. (5-0)
- Approved Design Review 22-01 for Vista Grande Park improvements at 1101 W. Las Lomas Dr. (5-0)
- Approved Architectural Design Review 22-01 for a freestanding sign at 1950 W. La Habra Blvd. (5-0)
- Approved consent calendar including procedural waiver and April 11, 2022 minutes (5-0)
Beautification Committee
The La Habra Beautification Committee will meet to approve the March 2022 meeting minutes, select District 4 Beautification Awards, and receive updates on city programs, including a volunteer recognition event. The meeting is open to public comment on consideration items.
- Approve March 2022 meeting minutes
- Select District 4 Beautification Awards
- Volunteer Recognition – April 26, 4:30-6 p.m., La Habra Community Center
Civic Improvement Authority
The regular April 18, 2022 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 are cancelled due to having no business to consider. The notice was posted at least 72 hours in advance as required by law.
- All four boards' meetings cancelled for April 18, 2022
- Cancellation due to no business to consider
- Meetings were scheduled for 6:30 p.m. at City Council Chamber, 100 East La Habra Boulevard
The April 18, 2022 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.
City Council
The La Habra City Council will hold public hearings on a zone change for food-to-go restaurants, an ordinance amending the Community Services Commission, the CDBG Annual Action Plan, and a military equipment use policy. The consent calendar includes a $2.14 million street rehabilitation contract and an LED streetlight upgrade agreement.
- Zone Change 22-01 to amend Title 18 zoning for food-to-go restaurants
- Award $2,144,751 contract to EBS General Engineering for arterial street rehabilitation
- Approve agreement with Southern California Edison for LED streetlight upgrades
- Approve CDBG Annual Action Plan with $640,000 in new funds and $384,000 carryover
- Adopt urgency ordinance for military equipment use policy
The City Council approved a $2.14 million contract for arterial street rehabilitation, a zone change allowing food-to-go restaurants, and a military equipment use policy. It also approved the CDBG annual action plan and amendments to the Community Services Commission ordinance. All votes were unanimous except for the zone change, which passed 4-0 with one abstention.
- Approved $2,144,751 contract to EBS General Engineering for street rehabilitation (5-0)
- Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 1839 for zone change allowing food-to-go restaurants (4-0, Nigsarian abstained)
- Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 1840 amending Community Services Commission (5-0)
- Approved FY 2022-2023 CDBG Annual Action Plan with $640,000 allocation and $384,000 carryover (5-0, Simonian abstained on park item)
- Adopted Urgency Ordinance No. 1841 for military equipment use policy (5-0)
- Approved LED streetlight upgrade agreement with Southern California Edison (5-0)
- Approved warrants totaling $1,750,743.40 and wire transfers of $669,890.55 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
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 April 18, 2022, 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 all four agencies' regular meetings for April 18, 2022
- No business to consider at this time
- Notice posted at City Hall and Council Chamber, 100 East La Habra Boulevard
The April 18, 2022 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 (unanimous, no members present)
Housing Authority
The regular meetings of the Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency, Civic Improvement Authority, Housing Authority, and Utility Authority scheduled for April 18, 2022, are cancelled because there is no business to consider. The notice was posted publicly at least 72 hours in advance.
- All four agency meetings cancelled for April 18, 2022
- No business to consider at this time
The April 18, 2022 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)
Successor Agency
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 have cancelled their regular meetings scheduled for April 18, 2022, due to having no business to consider. The notice was posted publicly at least 72 hours in advance.
- All four agencies' meetings cancelled for April 18, 2022
- Cancellation due to no business to consider
- Meetings were to be held at 6:30 p.m. in City Council Chamber, 100 East La Habra Boulevard
The April 18, 2022 regular meeting of the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of La Habra 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 will hold a regular meeting to approve prior minutes, select a Chair and Vice Chair for a one-year term, discuss community engagement strategies to revitalize the downtown district, and receive the 2022 Special Events Calendar. Public comments are limited to three minutes per person.
- Approve minutes of March 16, 2022
- Select Chair and Vice Chair for one-year term
- Discuss community engagement to revitalize La Habra Downtown District
- Receive and file Special Events Calendar 2022
The Community Services Commission approved the October 13, 2021 minutes and the updated 2022 special events calendar, both by 6-0 votes. They also voted to place the 'For the Love of Cities' business model on the April 13, 2022 agenda for further discussion. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved October 13, 2021 minutes (6-0)
- Approved 2022 special events calendar (6-0)
- Agendized 'For the Love of Cities' business model for April 13, 2022 meeting (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The La Habra Planning Commission will hold its annual reorganization, appointing a new chair and vice chair, and will consider a continued public hearing on a conditional use permit for the expansion of Ruby Reds BBQ restaurant and modification of an existing beer and wine license at 1841 West Imperial Highway. The agenda also includes routine consent items such as approving prior meeting minutes and a procedural waiver.
- Annual reorganization: appoint Chair and Vice Chair of Planning Commission
- Continued public hearing: Conditional Use Permit 22-01 for Ruby Reds BBQ expansion at 1841 W Imperial Hwy, Suites A and B
- Modification 22-01 to modify CUP 20-14 for ABC Type 41 on-sale beer and wine license at same address
- Consent calendar: approve minutes of March 28, 2022 meeting
- Consent calendar: waive full reading of resolutions and ordinances
The La Habra Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit (22-01) for the expansion of Ruby Reds BBQ restaurant at 1841 West Imperial Highway, Suites A and B, and a modification (22-01) to an existing ABC Type 41 on-sale beer and wine license. Both resolutions passed unanimously (5-0). The commission also appointed new officers, administered the oath to a new commissioner, and approved the consent calendar.
- Approved Resolution 22-17 for Conditional Use Permit 22-01 (Ruby Reds BBQ expansion) (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 22-18 for Modification 22-01 to Conditional Use Permit 20-14 (ABC Type 41 beer/wine license) (5-0)
- Appointed Commissioner Munoz as Chair (unanimous)
- Appointed Commissioner Rojas as Vice Chair (unanimous)
- Approved consent calendar including minutes of March 28, 2022 (Commissioner Surich abstained on item 2)
Civic Improvement Authority
The La Habra Civic Improvement Authority, Housing Authority, and Utility Authority cancelled their regular meetings scheduled for April 4, 2022, because there was no business to consider. The cancellation notice was posted at least 72 hours in advance as required.
- All three authority meetings cancelled for April 4, 2022
- No business to consider at this time
The April 4, 2022 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)
City Council
The La Habra City Council will hold its regular meeting on April 4, 2022, with a canceled adjourned session. The main items include deciding whether to reaffirm or rescind the local COVID-19 emergency declaration, adopting the FY2022-23 legislative platform, and making appointments to the Planning and Community Services Commissions. The consent calendar includes routine approvals such as liability claim denials, an earthquake insurance renewal, and a lease agreement.
- Approve earthquake insurance renewal with Landmark American Insurance Company, $5 million primary limit and $73.06 million excess coverage, for one year from April 19, 2022
- Approve Amendment No. 1 to Vista Community Clinic (The Gary Center) lease at 350 South Hillcrest Street for $1.00 per year
- Approve three-year lease with TPx Communications for telecommunication services at $18,000 per year
- Approve warrants totaling $1,961,739.01
- Consider rescinding or reaffirming Resolution No. 5934 regarding the COVID-19 local emergency
The La Habra City Council unanimously voted to rescind Resolution No. 5934, terminating the local emergency declaration enacted for the COVID-19 pandemic, and adopted Resolution No. 6056. The council also approved the FY2022-23 legislative platform, renewed the city's earthquake insurance policy, and made several appointments to the Planning and Community Services Commissions. All decisions were made by unanimous 5-0 votes.
- Adopted Resolution No. 6056 rescinding local COVID-19 emergency declaration (5-0)
- Adopted FY2022-23 legislative platform (5-0)
- Approved earthquake insurance renewal with $5M primary and $73.06M excess coverage (5-0)
- Approved $1.96M in warrants (5-0)
- Approved three-year TPx telecom lease at $18,000/year (5-0)
- Appointed Esther Rojas to Planning Commission (4-year term) (5-0)
- Appointed Carrie Surich to Planning Commission (unscheduled vacancy) (5-0)
- Reappointed all incumbent Community Services Commissioners (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Utility Authority
The regular meetings of the La Habra Civic Improvement Authority, City of La Habra Housing Authority, and La Habra Utility Authority scheduled for April 4, 2022, 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 authority meetings cancelled due to no business
Housing Authority
The regular meetings of the La Habra Civic Improvement Authority, City of La Habra Housing Authority, and La Habra Utility Authority scheduled for April 4, 2022, were cancelled due to no business to consider. The notice was posted 72 hours in advance as required.
- All three authority meetings cancelled
- No business to consider at this time
The April 4, 2022 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
Successor Agency
The Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency is holding a regular meeting with a consent calendar that includes approving minutes and a resolution to re-designate certain property in the Long-Range Property Management Plan from 'Future Sale' to 'Governmental Use'. No public hearings or consideration items are scheduled.
- Resolution approving re-designation of property in Long-Range Property Management Plan from 'Future Sale' to 'Governmental Use'
- Approval of meeting minutes for multiple dates from December 2020 to March 2022
- Procedural waiver to read resolutions and ordinances by title only
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Emergency Preparedness Council
The regular meeting of the La Habra Emergency Preparedness Council scheduled for March 23, 2022, was cancelled. There was no business to consider at this time.
City Council
The La Habra City Council will hold a regular meeting and joint meeting with the Utility Authority. Key items include reviewing the revised 2021-2029 Housing Element for state certification, receiving the FY2021-22 mid-year budget update, and approving several contracts and settlements. The agenda also includes routine consent items such as minutes, warrants, and liability claim denials.
- Approve $175,265.42 purchase of Dell network virtualization equipment
- Approve $190,416 settlement with Tapestry Community Homeowners Association for water overcharges
- Approve $565,000 agreement with David Evans and Associates for Hacienda Pump Station design
- Consider revised 2021-2029 Housing Element for HCD certification
- Receive FY2021-22 Mid-Year Budget Update
The City Council unanimously approved forwarding the revised draft 2021-2029 Housing Element to the California Department of Housing and Community Development for review and certification. The council also approved the consent calendar, including a $190,416 settlement for water overcharges and a $565,000 design contract for the Hacienda Pump Station and Restroom Project. The mid-year budget update was received and filed.
- Approved forwarding revised 2021-2029 Housing Element to HCD (5-0)
- Approved consent calendar items 1-11, including $190,416 settlement with Tapestry HOA (5-0)
- Approved $565,000 design contract for Hacienda Pump Station and Restroom Project (5-0)
- Approved $175,265.42 purchase of Dell network virtualization equipment (5-0)
- Approved $1,808,252.67 in warrants and $327,265.59 in wire transfers (5-0)
- Denied liability claims from Mercury Insurance and Federico Vargas (5-0)
- Received and filed FY2021-22 mid-year budget update (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 6054 to continue remote meetings under AB 361 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Civic Improvement 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 March 21, 2022, 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 meetings cancelled due to no business
- Meetings were scheduled for 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chamber, 100 East La Habra Boulevard
Utility Authority
The La Habra City Council and Utility Authority will hold a joint regular meeting to consider routine consent items, including contract approvals and claims, and will discuss the revised 2021-2029 Housing Element and the FY2021-22 mid-year budget update. The meeting includes a closed session on pending litigation with Lennar Homes.
- Approve $565,000 design agreement with David Evans and Associates for Hacienda Pump Station and Restroom Project
- Approve $190,416 settlement with Tapestry Community Homeowners Association for water service overcharges
- Approve $175,265.42 purchase of Dell network virtualization equipment
- Consider revised draft 2021-2029 Housing Element for state review
- Approve warrants totaling $1,808,252.67 and wire transfers of $327,265.59
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
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 March 21, 2022, are cancelled because there is no business to consider. The notice was posted publicly at least 72 hours in advance.
- All three meetings cancelled due to no business
- Meetings were scheduled for 6:30 p.m. at City Council Chamber, 100 East La Habra Boulevard
Successor Agency
The March 21, 2022 regular meeting of the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of La Habra was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of cancellation was posted in accordance with the law. No members were present, and no decisions were made.
- Meeting cancelled due to no business to consider
Beautification Committee
The La Habra Beautification Committee is meeting to select District 3 Beautification Awards and receive updates on city programs, including upcoming events and volunteer recognition. The agenda includes routine approval of February 2022 minutes and staff/committee comments.
- Select District 3 Beautification Awards
- Update on City Programs: City Council Meeting March 21, Egg Night Glow in the Dark Egg Hunt April 15, Spring Eggstravaganza April 16, Volunteer Recognition April 26
- Approve February 2022 meeting minutes
The committee approved the February 2022 meeting minutes and selected the District 3 Beautification Awards recipients. Updates were provided on upcoming city programs, including the March 21 City Council meeting, Egg Night Glow in the Dark Egg Hunt on April 15, Spring Eggstravaganza on April 16, and Volunteer Recognition on April 26. The meeting adjourned to April 21, 2022.
- Approved February 2022 meeting minutes
- Selected District 3 Beautification Awards recipients
Community Services Commission
The Community Services Commission will meet to review the 2022 Special Events Calendar. The meeting also includes routine approval of previous meeting minutes and updates on department programs.
- Review of the Community Services Special Events Calendar 2022
- Approval of February 9, 2022, meeting minutes
- Update on ongoing programs within the Community Services Department
The Community Services Commission approved the CDBG subcommittee's funding recommendation for the Public Services portion of the FY 2022-2023 grant, allocating $96,000 across five programs. The motion passed 6-0. The commission also approved the January 12, 2022 minutes and moved the next regular meeting to March 16, 2022.
- Approved CDBG Public Services funding recommendation of $96,000 (6-0)
- Approved Community Services Commission minutes of January 12, 2022 (6-0)
- Moved regular meeting date to Wednesday, March 16, 2022 (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The La Habra City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct interviews for annual expiring terms and two alternates on the Planning Commission, Community Services Commission, and Beautification Committee. No other substantive business is on the agenda.
- Interviews for annual expiring terms on Planning Commission
- Interviews for annual expiring terms on Community Services Commission
- Interviews for annual expiring terms on Beautification Committee
- Interviews for two alternates on the commissions
Planning Commission
The La Habra Planning Commission will consider approving Special Event Permit 22-02 for a large special event at 1610 West Imperial Highway, which has been determined to be categorically exempt from CEQA. The meeting also includes routine consent items, such as waiving full readings and approving the February 28, 2022 minutes. Public comments are limited to three minutes per person.
- Special Event Permit 22-02 for a large special event at 1610 West Imperial Highway
- CEQA categorical exemption under Section 15304, Class 4 (minor temporary use of land)
- Approval of February 28, 2022 meeting minutes
- Waiver of full reading of resolutions and ordinances
The La Habra Planning Commission approved two conditional use permits for public art murals at 901 East Imperial Highway (Howard's) and 101 West Whittier Boulevard (Claro's), each with added conditions for informational plaques or establishment dates. The Commission also approved a special event permit for Amazon Fresh at 1610 West Imperial Highway. A continued public hearing for Ruby Reds BBQ expansion was postponed to a date uncertain because the applicant was not present.
- Approved CUP 22-06 for mural at 901 E Imperial Hwy (Howard's) with condition to add establishment date (3-0)
- Approved CUP 22-09 for murals at 101 W Whittier Blvd (Claro's) with conditions for plaques and establishment date (3-0)
- Approved Special Event Permit 22-02 for Amazon Fresh at 1610 W Imperial Hwy (3-0)
- Continued CUP 22-01 for Ruby Reds BBQ expansion to a date uncertain (3-0)
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 March 7, 2022, 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 March 7, 2022
- 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 March 7, 2022 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.
City Council
The La Habra City Council will consider approving the city's goals and objectives for fiscal year 2022-2023 and appoint members to two committees. The consent calendar includes routine items such as renewing the excess workers' compensation insurance policy, approving state preschool and child care contract amendments, and leasing copying equipment. The council will also receive a proposed military equipment use policy for a future public hearing.
- Renew excess workers' comp insurance with Safety National Casualty, $212,282 premium, $50M limit, $1M deductible
- Approve five-year lease with Konica Minolta for copying/scannning equipment
- Approve amendments to state preschool (CSPP) and child care (CCTR) contracts
- Adopt resolution to continue remote meetings under AB 361
- Receive military equipment use policy for April 18 public hearing
The City Council unanimously approved the City of La Habra Goals and Objectives for Fiscal Year 2022-2023, as amended to include consideration of a solar panel program for City buildings under Goal 3. The council also approved the consent calendar, including a workers' compensation insurance renewal, several state program contract amendments, a five-year copier lease, and a resolution allowing remote meetings. Councilmember Nigsarian was appointed as Chair of the Civic Improvement Authority and to the Internal Audit Committee, both for terms expiring December 2022.
- Approved FY 2022-2023 Goals and Objectives, amended to add solar panel program consideration (5-0)
- Approved consent calendar items 1-9, including $212,282 workers' comp insurance renewal (5-0)
- Approved $1,123,085.35 in warrants (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 6053 allowing remote meetings under AB 361 (5-0)
- Appointed Councilmember Nigsarian as Civic Improvement Authority Chair (5-0)
- Appointed Councilmember Nigsarian to Internal Audit Committee (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
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 March 7, 2022, are cancelled due to no business to consider. The notice was posted at least 72 hours in advance as required by law.
- Cancellation of regular meetings for four agencies on March 7, 2022
- 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 March 7, 2022 regular meeting of the La Habra Utility 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)
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 March 7, 2022, are cancelled due to no business to consider. The notice was posted at least 72 hours in advance as required by law.
- Cancellation of four regular meetings scheduled for March 7, 2022
- 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 March 7, 2022 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)
Planning Commission
This is a regular meeting of the La Habra Planning Commission. The agenda contains only procedural items: call to order, pledge, roll call, public comments, consent calendar, and adjournment. No specific projects, ordinances, or other substantive matters are listed for discussion or decision.
The La Habra Planning Commission approved a special event permit for a large event at 1641-1721 West Imperial Highway, with no public opposition. A request to expand Ruby Reds BBQ and modify its alcohol license was continued to the next meeting because the applicant did not arrive to answer questions. The consent calendar was approved, with one commissioner abstaining from the minutes approval.
- Approved Special Event Permit 22-10 for a large event at 1641-1721 West Imperial Highway (4-0)
- Continued Conditional Use Permit 22-01 and Modification 22-01 for Ruby Reds BBQ to next meeting (4-0)
- Approved consent calendar including procedural waiver and minutes of February 14, 2022 (passed, Bernier abstained from item 2)
City Council
The La Habra City Council will hold a regular meeting with a closed session on pending litigation. The council will vote on consent items including a property insurance renewal, a parcel map for a condominium project, and a resolution to continue remote meetings. They will also consider a neighborhood traffic management plan and a resolution opposing a ballot initiative.
- Approve property insurance renewal with Travelers at $108,110 annual premium
- Approve Parcel Map No. 2019-178 for a three-unit condominium at 508 South Walnut Street
- Consider Neighborhood 'E' Traffic Management Plan
- Consider resolution opposing Initiative No. 21-0042A1
- Approve warrants totaling $1,837,513.55 and wire transfer of $11,593.38
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Civic Improvement Authority
This agenda is a notice that the regular meetings of the City Council, Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency, Civic Improvement Authority, Housing Authority, and Utility Authority scheduled for Monday, January 3, 2022, are cancelled because there is no business to consider. The next regular City Council meeting is set for Tuesday, January 18, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chamber at 100 East La Habra Boulevard.
- Cancellation of all five bodies' regular meetings on Jan. 3, 2022
- Next regular City Council meeting scheduled for Jan. 18, 2022 at 6:30 p.m.
The La Habra Civic Improvement Authority's regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, February 22, 2022, was cancelled because there was no business to consider. A notice of the cancelled meeting was posted as required by law. No members were present, and no decisions were made.
- Cancelled the February 22, 2022 regular meeting due to no business to consider.
Utility Authority
This agenda is a notice that the regular meetings of the La Habra City Council and several related bodies scheduled for Monday, January 3, 2022, are cancelled because there is no business to consider. The next regular City Council meeting is set for Tuesday, January 18, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. The notice was posted on December 21, 2021, by the City Clerk.
- Cancellation of Jan. 3, 2022 regular meetings for City Council, Successor Agency, Civic Improvement Authority, Housing Authority, and Utility Authority
- Next regular City Council meeting scheduled for Jan. 18, 2022 at 6:30 p.m.
- Notice posted Dec. 21, 2021 by City Clerk Laurie Swindell
The La Habra Utility Authority's regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, February 22, 2022, 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 no decisions were made.
- Cancelled the February 22, 2022 regular meeting due to no business to consider.
Housing Authority
This agenda is a notice that the regular meetings of the La Habra City Council and several related bodies (Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency, Civic Improvement Authority, Housing Authority, and Utility Authority) scheduled for Monday, January 3, 2022, are cancelled because there is no business to consider. The next regular city council meeting is set for Tuesday, January 18, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. No decisions or discussions are scheduled for this date.
- Cancellation of Jan. 3, 2022 regular meetings for five city bodies
- Next regular city council meeting: Jan. 18, 2022, 6:30 p.m., City Council Chamber, 100 East La Habra Boulevard
The February 22, 2022 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 February 22, 2022 regular meeting due to no business to consider.
Successor Agency
The Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency is holding a regular meeting with a closed session to discuss the price and terms of payment for a surface parking lot adjacent to the La Habra Marketplace. The regular meeting portion is canceled, so no other business will be conducted.
- Closed session: Conference with Real Property Negotiator for surface parking lot (APN 018-381-64) adjacent to La Habra Marketplace
- Negotiating parties: La Habra Redevelopment Agency (owner) and La Habra Associates, with agent Stephen Koen of DJM Capital, Inc.
- City negotiator: Jim Sadro, City Manager
The Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of La Habra held an adjourned regular meeting on February 22, 2022, convening at 5:30 p.m. for a closed session to discuss the price and terms of payment for the sale of a surface parking lot adjacent to the La Habra Marketplace (APN 018-381-64). The meeting reconvened at 5:50 p.m. with no announcements from the closed session, and the adjourned meeting was then adjourned. The regular meeting scheduled for 6:30 p.m. was canceled. No substantive decisions were made during the public portion of the meeting.
- Held a closed session to negotiate the price and terms of payment for the sale of the surface parking lot adjacent to the La Habra Marketplace (APN 018-381-64).
- Reconvened at 5:50 p.m. with no closed session announcements.
- Adjourned the adjourned regular meeting at 5:50 p.m.
- Canceled the regular meeting scheduled for 6:30 p.m.
Beautification Committee
The La Habra Beautification Committee is meeting to approve the December 2021 minutes, select District 1 and 2 Beautification Awards, and receive an update on City programs. The agenda is largely routine, with no major policy decisions or financial items listed.
- Approve December 2021 meeting minutes
- Select District 1 & 2 Beautification Awards
- Update on City Programs
Planning Commission
The La Habra Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three items: a 16-unit condominium project at 331-351 South Cypress Street and 316 South Aldrich Street, a 10-unit condominium project at 318 South Cypress Street, and a conditional use permit for a music learning center at 501 North Harbor Boulevard. The commission will vote on approving tentative tract maps, design reviews, and the conditional use permit. The agenda also includes routine consent items (waiver of reading and approval of January 10, 2022 minutes).
- Public hearing: Tentative Tract Map 19155 and Design Review 21-05 for 16-unit condominium at 331-351 S Cypress St and 316 S Aldrich St
- Public hearing: Tentative Tract Map 19156 and Design Review 21-06 for 10-unit condominium at 318 S Cypress St
- Public hearing: Conditional Use Permit 21-05 for commercial music school at 501 N Harbor Blvd
- Consent calendar: Approve minutes of January 10, 2022
- Consent calendar: Waive reading of resolutions and ordinances
The La Habra Planning Commission approved two residential condominium projects: a 16-unit project at 331-351 South Cypress Street and 316 South Aldrich Street (Tentative Tract Map 19155 and Design Review 21-05), and a 10-unit project at 318 South Cypress Street (Tentative Tract Map 19156 and Design Review 21-06). The Commission also approved a Conditional Use Permit for a commercial music school at 501 North Harbor Boulevard, with modified hours, a prohibition on recitals, and signage in the alley. All approvals were unanimous with Commissioner Bernier absent.
- Approved Resolution 22-05 for Tentative Tract Map 19155 (16-unit condominium project at 331-351 S. Cypress St. and 316 S. Aldrich St.)
- Approved Resolution 22-06 for Design Review 21-05 (same 16-unit project)
- Approved Resolution 22-07 for Tentative Tract Map 19156 (10-unit condominium project at 318 S. Cypress St.)
- Approved Resolution 22-08 for Design Review 21-06 (same 10-unit project)
- Approved Resolution 22-09 for Conditional Use Permit 21-05 (commercial music school at 501 N. Harbor Blvd.) with modified hours (Mon-Fri 1:00-7:45 p.m., Sat 9:00 a.m.-5:45 p.m.), no recitals, and no-drop-off signage in the alley
- Approved the consent calendar, including waiving full reading of resolutions and approving the January 10, 2022 minutes
City Council
The La Habra City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct interviews for a vacant seat on the council and will give staff direction. The meeting includes public comment periods and is conducted in person with COVID-19 precautions.
- Interviews for vacant City Council seat
- Public comments limited to 3 minutes per person
- Meeting held at Council Chamber, 100 East La Habra Boulevard
The City Council conducted interviews for the vacant council seat and unanimously appointed Daren Nigsarian. The appointment was made by a 4-0 vote after nominations were closed. Nigsarian was sworn into office during the meeting.
- Appointed Daren Nigsarian to fill vacant City Council seat (4-0)
- Closed nominations for the vacant seat (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Community Services Commission
The Community Services Commission will consider making funding recommendations to the City Council for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program for fiscal year 2022-2023. They will also review sub-committee reports and the special events calendar. The meeting includes public comment periods and a consent calendar for approving the January 12, 2022 minutes.
- Funding recommendations for CDBG program FY 2022-2023
- Review of commission sub-committee reports
- Review of community services special events calendar
- Approval of January 12, 2022 meeting minutes
The Commission approved the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding recommendation for public services for fiscal year 2022-2023, allocating $96,000 across five programs. The motion carried 6-0. The Commission also approved the January 12, 2022 minutes and moved the March regular meeting to March 16, 2022.
- Approved CDBG public services funding of $96,000 (6-0)
- Approved minutes of January 12, 2022 (6-0)
- Moved regular meeting to March 16, 2022 (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The La Habra City Council will hold a public hearing on amending refuse collection fees and consider approving Amendment No. 2 to the CR&R solid waste franchise agreement. The consent calendar includes routine items such as meeting minutes, liability claim denials, and reaffirming the local COVID-19 emergency declaration. The meeting will be conducted in person with COVID-19 safety measures in place.
- Public hearing on resolution amending Master Schedule of Fees for refuse collection charged by CR&R
- Approve Amendment No. 2 to franchise agreement with CR&R for solid waste collection
- Approve warrants totaling $2,497,860.76 and wire transfer of $750,000.00
- Deny liability claims from Pedro Favela, Jose Gonzalez, Kwang Kim, and Alejandro and Patricia Tinoco
- Reaffirm local emergency declaration due to COVID-19 and adopt resolution for remote meetings under AB 361
The La Habra City Council approved a resolution amending the master schedule of fees for regulated refuse collection charged by CR&R, and approved Amendment No. 2 to the franchise agreement with CR&R for solid waste services. Both items passed unanimously (4-0). The council also approved the consent calendar, which included denying four liability claims and reaffirming the local COVID-19 emergency.
- Approved Resolution No. 6047 amending refuse collection fees (4-0)
- Approved Amendment No. 2 to CR&R franchise agreement (4-0)
- Approved consent calendar items 1-10 (4-0)
- Denied liability claims of Pedro Favela, Jose Gonzalez, Kwang Kim, and Alejandro and Patricia Tinoco
- Reaffirmed local emergency declaration for COVID-19 (Resolution No. 6045)
- Adopted Resolution No. 6046 to continue remote meetings under AB 361
- Approved warrants totaling $2,497,860.76 and wire transfer of $750,000
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Civic Improvement Authority
The regular meetings of four La Habra boards—Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency, Civic Improvement Authority, Housing Authority, and Utility Authority—scheduled for February 7, 2022, are cancelled because there is no business to consider. The notice was posted 72 hours in advance as required.
- All four board meetings cancelled for Feb. 7, 2022
- No business to consider at this time
- Notice posted at City Hall and Council Chamber
The February 7, 2022 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, Civic Improvement Authority, Housing Authority, and Utility Authority scheduled for February 7, 2022, are cancelled because there is no business to consider. The notice was posted at least 72 hours in advance as required.
- All four boards' meetings cancelled for Feb. 7, 2022
- No business to consider at this time
The February 7, 2022 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.
Housing 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 7, 2022, are cancelled due to no business to consider. The notice was posted at least 72 hours in advance as required by law.
- All four board meetings cancelled for February 7, 2022
- No business to consider at this time
- Notice posted at City Hall and Council Chamber
The February 7, 2022 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 (unanimous, no members present)
Successor Agency
The Successor Agency to the La Habra Redevelopment Agency, along with the La Habra Civic Improvement Authority, Housing Authority, and Utility Authority, have cancelled their regular meetings scheduled for February 7, 2022, because there is no business to consider. The notice was posted at least 72 hours in advance as required by law.
- All four agencies' meetings cancelled for Feb. 7, 2022
- No business to consider at this time
- Notice posted at City Hall and Council Chamber
The February 7, 2022 regular meeting of the Successor Agency to the 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
Planning Commission
The regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for January 24, 2022, was cancelled because of COVID-related staff absences. No items were discussed or decided. The notice was posted in advance as required by law.
- Meeting cancelled due to COVID-related staff absences
- Notice posted at City Hall and Council Chamber
Beautification Committee
The La Habra Beautification Committee is meeting to approve the December 2021 minutes, select District 1 Beautification Awards, and receive an update on city programs. The agenda is mostly routine, with no major policy decisions or public hearings.
- Approve December 2021 meeting minutes
- Select District 1 Beautification Awards
- Update on City Programs
City Council
The La Habra City Council will consider allocating American Rescue Plan Act funds and filling vacancies on several commissions. The agenda also includes routine consent items such as grant agreements, budget adjustments, and approval of warrants. The 5:30 p.m. adjourned meeting is canceled.
- Approve $119,750 grant from Providence St. Jude Medical Center for Montwood Park improvements and child development center
- Approve $10,000 budget increase for City Council training and conferences
- Approve warrants totaling $2,018,999.31 and wire transfer of $2,229,900.96
- Consider ARPA fund allocation plan
- Consider vacancies on Planning Commission, Community Services Commission, and Beautification Committee
The City Council approved the ARPA allocation plan with amendments increasing funding for rental, business, and nonprofit assistance from $250,000 to $500,000 each, reallocating $500,000 from City facility upgrades and $250,000 from stormwater infrastructure. The council also approved consent calendar items including a $119,750 grant from Providence St. Jude Medical Center, a quitclaim deed for a waterline easement, and budget adjustments. Additionally, they directed staff to advertise recruitment for commission vacancies and reduce the Beautification Committee from seven to five members.
- Approved ARPA allocation plan with increased assistance funding (4-0)
- Approved resolutions authorizing remote telephonic meetings (3-0)
- Approved $119,750 grant from Providence St. Jude Medical Center (consent)
- Approved quitclaim deed for waterline easement at 555 S. Harbor Blvd. (consent)
- Approved $10,000 budget increase for council training and conferences (consent)
- Approved warrants totaling $2,018,999.31 and wire transfer of $2,229,900.96 (consent)
- Directed staff to advertise commission vacancies and reduce Beautification Committee (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Civic Improvement Authority
The regular meetings of the La Habra Civic Improvement Authority, City of La Habra Housing Authority, and La Habra Utility Authority scheduled for January 18, 2022, are cancelled because there is no business to consider. The next regular meetings of these bodies are set for Monday, February 7, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. The agenda is purely procedural, containing only the cancellation notice and next meeting date.
- Cancellation of January 18, 2022 regular meetings for Civic Improvement Authority, Housing Authority, and Utility Authority
- Next regular meetings scheduled for February 7, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. in City Council Chamber, 100 East La Habra Boulevard
Utility Authority
The regular meetings of the La Habra Civic Improvement Authority, City of La Habra Housing Authority, and La Habra Utility Authority scheduled for Tuesday, January 18, 2022, are cancelled because there is no business to consider. The next regular meetings are set for Monday, February 7, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chamber, 100 East La Habra Boulevard.
- All three authority meetings cancelled due to no business
- Next meetings scheduled for February 7, 2022 at 6:30 p.m.
- Meetings held at City Council Chamber, 100 East La Habra Boulevard
The regular meetings of the La Habra Civic Improvement Authority, Housing Authority, and Utility Authority scheduled for January 18, 2022, were cancelled due to no business to consider. The next regular meetings are set for February 7, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. No substantive decisions were made.
- Cancelled Jan. 18, 2022 meetings for Civic Improvement Authority, Housing Authority, Utility Authority (no business)
Housing Authority
The regular meetings of the La Habra Civic Improvement Authority, City of La Habra Housing Authority, and La Habra Utility Authority scheduled for January 18, 2022, are cancelled because there is no business to consider. The next regular meetings are set for February 7, 2022, at 6:30 p.m.
- All three authority meetings cancelled due to no business
- Next meetings scheduled for February 7, 2022, at 6:30 p.m.
The January 18, 2022 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)
Successor Agency
The Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency is meeting to consider a consent calendar item that would approve the Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS) for July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023, and authorize its submission to the Orange Countywide Oversight Board. No public hearings or consideration items are scheduled. The meeting is largely procedural, with the main action being the ROPS approval.
- Approval of ROPS 22-23 for July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023
- Authorization for Executive Director to submit ROPS to Orange Countywide Oversight Board
- Waiver of full reading of resolutions and ordinances
The Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of La Habra approved the Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS) for July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023, and authorized the Executive Director to submit it to the Orange Countywide Oversight Board. The approval was part of the consent calendar, passed unanimously (3-0). No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was brief and procedural.
- Approved consent calendar items 1-2 (3-0)
- Waived reading in full of resolutions and ordinances
- Approved Resolution No. 2022-01 adopting ROPS 22-23 for July 1, 2022-June 30, 2023
- Authorized Executive Director to submit ROPS 22-23 to Orange Countywide Oversight Board
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Community Services Commission
The Community Services Commission will hear presentations from applicants for 2022-2023 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding for public services. The commission will also review the Special Events Calendar and receive updates from sub-committees. The agenda includes approval of the October 13, 2021 meeting minutes.
- Public hearings for 2022-2023 CDBG Public Service funding applicants
- Review and discussion of the Special Events Calendar
- Sub-committee updates
- Approval of October 13, 2021 meeting minutes
The Community Services Commission unanimously approved the Child Development Manager's monthly reports and the Early Head Start Corrective Action Plan. The commission also received updates on sub-committees and reviewed the special events calendar for 2021-2022.
- Approved Community Services Commission minutes of September 8, 2021 (7-0)
- Approved Child Development Manager's Monthly Report, Head Start Cost Reimbursement Report, Monthly Program Report, and CACFP Report (7-0)
- Approved Early Head Start Corrective Action Plan (7-0)
- Reviewed and filed special events calendar for 2021-2022
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The La Habra City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss how to fill a vacant council seat. The council will provide direction to staff on the process, with no other substantive items on the agenda.
- Consider options to fill a vacant City Council seat
The City Council voted 3-0 to fill the vacant council seat by appointment, directing staff to advertise the vacancy and collect applications from January 11-20, 2022. Applicants must submit personal information and an essay (max 1.5 pages) explaining their qualifications. The council will review applications and decide how many proceed to interviews. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved advertising the City Council vacancy, including social media, with applications due Jan 11-20, 2022 (3-0)
- Directed staff to require applicants to submit personal information and an essay (max 1.5 pages) on experience and qualifications (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning Commission
The La Habra Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a mitigated negative declaration, design review, conditional use permit, and tentative tract map for a 117-unit multi-family residential development at 251-351 West Imperial Highway, including 12 affordable units. The commission will vote on resolutions to approve the project subject to conditions and mitigation measures. The agenda also includes routine consent items, such as approving the December 13, 2021 meeting minutes.
- 117-unit multi-family residential development at 251-351 West Imperial Highway, including 12 affordable units
- Certify Mitigated Negative Declaration 21-01 (SCH # 2021110209) with mitigation monitoring and reporting program
- Approve Design Review 21-01, Conditional Use Permit 21-01, and Tentative Tract Map 19143
- Mitigation measures include sound wall, dual-pane windows, and geotechnical investigation
- Three comment letters received from Caltrans, Southern California Gas, and Orange County Transit Authority
The Planning Commission approved a 117-unit multi-family residential development at 251-351 West Imperial Highway, including 12 affordable units, by approving four resolutions: a mitigated negative declaration, design review, conditional use permit, and tentative tract map. All votes were 3-0, with two commissioners absent. The project was approved subject to conditions and a mitigation monitoring program.
- Approved Resolution 22-01 certifying Mitigated Negative Declaration 21-01 (3-0)
- Approved Resolution 22-02 approving Design Review 21-01 (3-0)
- Approved Resolution 22-03 approving Conditional Use Permit 21-01 for affordable housing incentives (3-0)
- Approved Resolution 22-04 approving Tentative Tract Map 19143 (3-0)
Civic Improvement Authority
The La Habra City Council and several affiliated bodies (Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency, Civic Improvement Authority, Housing Authority, and Utility Authority) have cancelled their regular meeting scheduled for Monday, January 3, 2022, because there is no business to consider. The next regular City Council meeting is set for Tuesday, January 18, 2022, at 6:30 p.m.
- Cancellation of all regular meetings for January 3, 2022
- Next meeting scheduled for January 18, 2022 at 6:30 p.m.
The January 3, 2022 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 La Habra City Council and several affiliated bodies (Successor Agency, Civic Improvement Authority, Housing Authority, Utility Authority) have cancelled their regular meeting scheduled for Monday, January 3, 2022, due to having no business to consider. The next regular city council meeting is set for Tuesday, January 18, 2022, at 6:30 p.m.
- Cancellation of Jan. 3, 2022 regular meetings for five city bodies
- No business to consider cited as reason
- Next meeting scheduled for Jan. 18, 2022 at 6:30 p.m.
The January 3, 2022 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 (unanimous, no members present)
City Council
The regular meetings for the City Council and its associated authorities are cancelled because there is no business to consider at this time. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, January 18, 2022.
The January 3, 2022 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 councilmembers were present, and no decisions were made.
- Meeting cancelled due to no business (unanimous, no vote recorded)
Successor Agency
The La Habra City Council and several related bodies (Successor Agency, Civic Improvement Authority, Housing Authority, Utility Authority) have cancelled their regular meeting scheduled for Monday, January 3, 2022, because there is no business to consider. The next regular City Council meeting is set for Tuesday, January 18, 2022, at 6:30 p.m.
- Cancellation of all regular meetings for January 3, 2022
- Next meeting scheduled for January 18, 2022 at 6:30 p.m.
The January 3, 2022 regular meeting of the Successor Agency to the 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 City Council and several related bodies (Successor Agency, Civic Improvement Authority, Housing Authority, Utility Authority) have cancelled their regular meeting scheduled for Monday, January 3, 2022, because there is no business to consider. The next regular City Council meeting is set for Tuesday, January 18, 2022, at 6:30 p.m.
- Cancellation of regular meetings for January 3, 2022
- Next regular City Council meeting on January 18, 2022 at 6:30 p.m.
The January 3, 2022 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