Lake Forest public meetings in 2023

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will vote to select its Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem for the 2024 calendar year. The meeting also includes appointments to regional boards and approval of several city contracts.

• Selection of Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem for 2024
• Contract amendment with BKF Engineers for Los Alisos and Muirlands Intersection Widening
• Approval of the warrant register in the amount of $6,188,162.18
• Joining the Public Risk Innovation, Solutions, and Management Authority (PRISM)
• Contract amendment with Leighton & Associates for Portola Oaks geotechnical services

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission will consider a use permit and public convenience or necessity determination for Sky Cigars & Gifts. The request seeks to allow the retail sale of beer, wine, and distilled spirits at 23632 El Toro Road, Suite C.

• Use Permit 06-23-5643 for alcohol sales at 23632 El Toro Road, Suite C
• Public Convenience or Necessity determination for a Type 21 alcoholic beverage control license
• Approval of November 9, 2023, Planning Commission meeting minutes

Community Services Commission

The Commission will review the November 2023 recreation report and minutes from the previous meeting. The agenda also includes a report summarizing planned bicycle rack upgrades for various parking areas in the community.

• Bicycle rack upgrades in city parks
• November 2023 recreation report
• Recreation Ask Lake Forest tickets
• Minutes from November 8, 2023 meeting

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Council will hold a public hearing regarding the Nakase Planned Community, also known as The Meadows. The proposal involves changing the land use designation for a site at Bake Parkway and Rancho Parkway from a public facility to low-density residential.

• Public hearing for General Plan Amendment to change school site land use to low-density residential
• $3,154,415.08 contract award for Lake Forest Sports Complex landscape and park maintenance
• $176,531.88 contract award for wildlife mitigation and pond maintenance at Veterans Park
• Amendment to traffic engineering services agreement with Hartzog and Crabill, Inc.
• Amendment to traffic signal management services agreement with Iteris, Inc.

Housing Authority - Special Meeting

The Lake Forest Housing Authority will hold a special meeting to address administrative items. The board will consider approving minutes from the April 4, 2023, special meeting and authorizing the submission of the FY 2022-23 annual report to the state.

• Approval of April 4, 2023, special meeting minutes
• Authorization to submit the FY 2022-23 Successor Agency Annual Report to the California Department of Housing and Community Development

Traffic and Parking Commission

The commission will select a new Chair and Vice Chair. Members will also review the November 6, 2023, meeting minutes and an ALF summary report. Additionally, the commission will discuss the proposed scope of work for the Traffic Operational Improvement Study Project.

• Selection of Commission Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of November 6, 2023, meeting minutes
• Receipt of ALF Summary Report
• Recommendation on Traffic Operational Improvement Study Project scope of work

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider implementing enhanced bike lane treatments on Trabuco Road and Lake Forest Drive. The meeting also includes a vote on the fifth phase of the Shop & Dine Community Gift Card Program and a master agreement with Irvine Ranch Water District.

• Implementation of enhanced bike lane treatments for Trabuco Road and Lake Forest Drive
• Approval of Master Reimbursement Agreement with Irvine Ranch Water District for street projects
• Fifth funding phase for the Shop & Dine Community Gift Card Program with Yiftee, Inc.
• Certification of warrant register in the amount of $4,908,467.18
• Recognition of Tom Johnson as the 2023 Halloween Lights Contest winner

Joint Commission Workshop

The Joint Commissions will hold a special meeting at the Lake Forest Community Center. The primary item on the agenda is for the commissions to participate in joint training.

• Joint Commission Training

Audit Committee Special Meeting

The Audit Committee will review several financial reports, including quarterly updates and budgetary status. The committee will also discuss future programming for the Strategic Economic Investment Program.

• Review of June 30, 2023 sales tax update showing a 12.6% decrease in actual sales
• Review of Q4 FY 2022-23 and Q1 FY 2023-24 quarterly financial reports
• Review of September 30, 2023 budgetary status and compliance report
• Review of 1% Review report regarding the City contract with Orange County Animal Care
• Discussion on future programming for the Strategic Economic Investment Program

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission will discuss and vote on several use permits and public convenience necessity determinations, including a new self-storage facility and alcohol sales at existing stores.

• Use Permit for construction of a new 3-story self-storage building at 25650 Baffin Bay Drive
• Public Convenience or Necessity determination to allow retail sales of beer and wine at Island Pacific Market, 23811 El Toro Road, Suite C
• Continuation of public hearing for Use Permit and PCN to allow sales of beer, wine, and spirits at Sky Cigars & Gifts, 23632 El Toro Road, Suite C

Community Services Commission

The Community Services Commission will receive an update on the 2023-2025 Capital Improvement Program. The meeting also includes a review of proposed enhancements for recognizing veterans.

• Presentation on the 2023-2025 Capital Improvement Program status
• Review of proposed enhancements for City recognitions of Veterans
• Multicultural event update
• September and October 2023 Recreation Report

AMENDED AGENDA - City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will review a contract for citywide street name signs and discuss a request for proposals for solid waste collection services. The meeting also includes a public hearing on property maintenance ordinances and updates regarding the Regency Fire.

• $816,998 contract award to Bear Electrical Solutions, Inc. for Citywide Street Name Signs Project
• Public hearing for an ordinance adding Chapter 6.12 (Property Maintenance) to the Municipal Code
• Authorization to solicit proposals for residential and commercial solid waste collection services
• Presentation regarding the response to the Regency Fire
• Notice of completion for Sundowner and Vintage Parks renovation project

Traffic and Parking Commission

The Traffic and Parking Commission will review pavement rehabilitation projects and enhanced bike lane treatments, discuss a traffic operational improvements study, and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Review of Pavement Rehabilitation Capital Improvement Program Projects
• Discussion on Traffic Operational Improvements Study Project

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will review several items including a major construction contract for slurry seals and a warrant register totaling over $3.1 million. The Council will also discuss adding a multicultural event to the city calendar and continue a public hearing regarding property maintenance ordinances.

• $1,401,467.50 contract award to American Asphalt South, Inc. for Slurry Seal Project and Lake Forest Sports Park parking lot
• Approval of $3,176,365.59 warrant register
• $18,130.80 contract change order for Arbor Sewer Lateral Project
• Fourth funding phase for Shop & Dine Community Gift Card Program with Yiftee, Inc.
• Public hearing continued for property maintenance and public nuisance ordinance

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Lake Forest Planning Commission is reviewing use permits for a new dance training facility and a self-storage expansion. The Commission will also consider a plan change regarding awning colors for a mixed-use building.

• Use permit for 'The Den' dance training facility at 21072 Bake Pkwy, Suite 100
• Request to continue public hearing for new 3-story self-storage at 25650 Baffin Bay Drive
• Changed plan to substitute fabric awning color at 931 Portola Oaks Drive
• Approval of meeting minutes from August 3, 2023, and September 7, 2023

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider several administrative items, including a $250,000 contract for traffic modeling services. The Council will also decide to reject all current bids for the Heroes Park sports field lighting project and authorize re-bidding.

• Award of $250,000 contract for Traffic Modeling Services to Stantec Consulting Services, Inc.
• Rejection of all bids and authorization to re-bid for Heroes Park Sports Field Lighting LED Conversion and Electrical Repairs Project
• Certification of warrant register in the amount of $7,722,237.53
• Real property negotiations regarding 25092 Farthing Street
• Annual review of development agreements with Baldwin, Landsea, Lennar, Shea, and Toll Brothers

Traffic and Parking Commission

The Traffic and Parking Commission will review an update to city e-bike regulations and consider a recommendation for the City Council regarding a cooperative agreement with OCTA. The meeting also includes a report on the ALF summary and approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Update to city regulations on e-bikes
• Cooperative Agreement No. C-3-2427 with Orange County Transportation Authority for signal synchronization
• ALF summary report

The Traffic and Parking Commission recommended that the City Council approve a cooperative agreement with the Orange County Transportation Authority for signal timing improvements. The commission also approved previous meeting minutes and a monthly ALF summary report.

• Recommended City Council approve Cooperative Agreement No. C-3-2427 with OCTA for the Countywide Traffic Signal Synchronization Baseline Project (4-0)
• Approved July 31, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved monthly ALF summary report (4-0)

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a new three-story self-storage building at 25650 Baffin Bay Drive. The commission will also consider establishing sign standards for the Carlen Plaza Shopping Center.

• Use Permit 01-23-5589 for a new 3-story self-storage building at 25650 Baffin Bay Drive
• Planned Sign Program 07-23-5648 for Carlen Plaza Shopping Center at 24601 Raymond Way
• Approval of the August 3, 2023, Planning Commission meeting minutes

The Planning Commission approved a planned sign program and CEQA categorical exemption for the Carlen Plaza shopping center. A public hearing for a new self-storage building was continued to October, and the consent calendar was continued following public comments regarding parking and housing.

• Approved Planned Sign Program 07-23-5648 and CEQA categorical exemption for Carlen Plaza at 24601 Raymond Way (5-0)
• Continued public hearing for Use Permit 01-23-5589 (self-storage building at 25650 Baffin Bay Drive) to October 5, 2023 (5-0)
• Directed staff to send courtesy public hearing notices to property owners within 300 feet of 25650 Baffin Bay Drive (5-0)
• Continued the Consent Calendar to the October 5, 2023 meeting (5-0)

Community Services Commission - Regular Meeting

The Community Services Commission will review the August 2023 recreation report and receive a staff presentation regarding a multi-cultural event. The meeting also includes a report from the Senior Advisory Board and routine approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Multi-cultural event discussion and staff presentation
• August 2023 Recreation Report review
• Senior Advisory Board report
• Approval of August 2, 2023, meeting minutes
• Recreation 'Ask Lake Forest' tickets update

The Community Services Commission approved the Recreation Ask Lake Forest Ticket staff report and the minutes from the June 7, 2023 meeting. The Commission also received updates on Public Works projects and recreation participation numbers for June and July.

• Approved Recreation Ask Lake Forest Ticket staff report (unanimous)
• Approved June 7, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Received and filed Public Works Department project quarterly update
• Received and filed June and July 2023 Recreation Report

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider several contract awards for arterial resurfacing projects and a request to table a General Plan amendment regarding a school site. The meeting also includes various proclamations and the rejection of bids for the Pittsford Park shade structure project.

• Award $252,853.55 contract to Interwest Consulting Group for inspection services
• Award $194,620 contract to Z&K Consultants Inc. for inspection services
• Reject all bids and authorize re-bidding for Pittsford Park Shade Structure Canopy Rehabilitation Project
• Public hearing regarding The Meadows General Plan Amendment and Nakase Area Plan Amendment
• Proclamations for National Preparedness Month, Hunger Action Month, Service Clubs Month, and World Alzheimer's Awareness Month

The City Council awarded two professional consultant contracts for arterial resurfacing projects and rejected all bids for the Pittsford Park shade structure rehabilitation. A proposed general plan amendment for the Meadows residential community was tabled to allow for tribal government consultation. Several proclamations for September awareness months were approved.

• Awarded $252,853.55 contract to Interwest Consulting Group for arterial resurfacing services (5-0)
• Awarded $194,620 contract to Z&K Consultants Inc. for arterial resurfacing services (5-0)
• Rejected all bids and authorized re-bidding for Pittsford Park Shade Structure Canopy Rehabilitation Project (5-0)
• Tabled Meadows General Plan and Nakase Area Plan amendments regarding school site designation (5-0)
• Approved proclamations for National Preparedness Month and Hunger Action Month (5-0)
• Presented recognition to Volunteers in Parks program and Family Assistance Ministries (5-0)
• Presented proclamation for World Alzheimer's Awareness Month (5-0)
• Tabled proclamation for Service Clubs Month to September 19, 2023

Audit Committee Special Meeting

The Audit Committee will meet to receive and file several financial reports. These include the budgetary status and compliance report for June 30, 2023, and two separate sales tax updates.

• Budgetary status and compliance report for June 30, 2023
• Sales tax update for March 31, 2023
• Fiscal year 2022-23 audit engagement presentation from Kassie Radermacher of CliftonLarsonAllen, LLP
• Sales tax update for December 31, 2022

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will discuss several contract awards for economic consulting services and a potential increase in funding for the Shop & Dine Community Gift Card Program. The meeting also includes a closed session regarding anticipated litigation.

• Contract award of $143,750 to HdL Companies for property tax auditing
• Contract award of $349,520 to HdL Companies for sales and use tax auditing
• Approval of the warrant register in the amount of $6,211,609.02
• Authorization of increased funding for the Shop & Dine Community Gift Card Program with Yiftee, Inc.
• Closed session discussion regarding one potential case of anticipated litigation

The City Council awarded two economic consulting contracts for tax auditing and authorized increased funding for the Shop & Dine community gift card program. The Council also approved official responses to Orange County Grand Jury reports concerning group homes and animal care operations.

• Approved warrant register of $6,211,609.02 (4-0)
• Awarded $143,750 property tax auditing contract to HdL Coren and Cone (4-0)
• Awarded $349,520 sales and use tax auditing contract to HdL Companies (4-0)
• Authorized BOGO Campaign agreement with Yiftee, Inc. for $50 and $100 gift cards, limited to three per purchaser (4-0)
• Approved City response to Orange County Grand Jury Report on animal care operations (4-0)
• Approved City response to Orange County Grand Jury Report on group homes (4-0)
• Approved minutes from July 18, 2023 special and regular meetings (4-0)

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission will consider amendments to change land use from public facility to low density residential at the corner of Bake Parkway and Rancho Parkway. The commission will also review a planned sign program for the Shops at Portola Hills and Portola Senior Apartments.

• Planned Sign Program 11-22-5581 for 901 and 931 Portola Oaks Drive
• General Plan Amendment 06-23-5639 to change land use to low density residential (2-7 DU/AC)
• Area Plan Amendment 06-23-5640 for the Nakase Planned Community
• Conversion of Emy Way, Rancho Parkway, and Lassen Street portions to private streets
• Second Quarter 2023 Code Enforcement Activity Report

The Commission recommended that the City Council allow a former school site at The Meadows to be developed as low-density residential housing. It also approved a sign program for the Shops at Portola Hills and Portola Senior Apartments, excluding a monument sign.

• Recommended City Council approval to change land use from public facility to low density residential at The Meadows (5-0)
• Approved Planned Sign Program 11-22-5581 for 901 and 931 Portola Oaks Drive, excluding the monument sign (4-1)
• Approved categorical exemption for Planned Sign Program 11-22-5581 (4-1)
• Approved June 8, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Community Services Commission

The Community Services Commission will meet to receive updates on Public Works projects from April to June 2023. The meeting also includes reviewing the June and July 2023 recreation report and approving previous meeting minutes.

• Public Works Department project quarterly update (April to June 2023)
• June and July 2023 Recreation Report
• Approval of June 7, 2023, meeting minutes
• Recreation 'Ask Lake Forest' tickets

Traffic and Parking Commission

The Traffic and Parking Commission will review and file the updated 2023 Traffic Signal Master Plan. The meeting also includes routine administrative items such as approving minutes from a previous meeting.

• Approve minutes of the June 5, 2023 regular meeting
• Receive and file ALF summary report
• Receive and file Public Works Department quarterly update for April to June 2023
• Receive and file updated Traffic Signal Master Plan

The Traffic and Parking Commission approved the Traffic Signal Master Plan Update and several administrative reports. A resident requested street sweeping parking restrictions on all city streets. Staff will provide an update on E-Bike regulations at the next meeting.

• Approved July 31, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Monthly ALF Summary Report (5-0)
• Approved Public Works Department Quarterly Update April to June 2023 (5-0)
• Approved Traffic Signal Master Plan Update (4-1)

City Council - Special Workshop

The City Council held a special workshop to review an emergency management presentation. The scheduled action for this item was to receive and file the presentation.

• Emergency Management Presentation

The City Council held a special workshop to hear a presentation on emergency management from Tony Coletta of Jacob Greene and Associates. No other substantive actions were taken during the meeting.

• Received and filed emergency management presentation

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will receive a presentation regarding the I-5/El Toro Road Interchange Improvement Project. The council will also review a response to the Orange County Grand Jury report on animal care operations and approve a construction contract for a patio cover at the Senior Center.

• Presentation on I-5/El Toro Road Interchange Improvement Project
• Construction contract award of $428,413 to Zuma Construction Group, Inc. for a structural steel patio cover at the Civic Center Senior Center
• Approval of warrant register in the amount of $7,850,688.83
• Notice of completion for Borrego Overlook, Rancho Serrano, and Regency Parks renovation projects
• Review of response to Orange County Grand Jury regarding animal care operations

The City Council approved a construction contract for a structural steel patio cover at the Lake Forest Civic Center Senior Center. The council also approved a warrant register and finalized park renovation notices. A response to the Orange County Grand Jury regarding animal care was postponed.

• Awarded $428,413 contract to Zuma Construction Group, Inc. for Senior Center patio cover
• Approved warrant register in the amount of $7,850,688.83 (5-0, Mayor Cirbo abstaining from one warrant)
• Approved Notice of Completion for Borrego Overlook, Rancho Serrano, and Regency Parks renovations
• Proclaimed July 2023 as Parks and Recreation Month (5-0)
• Tabled response to Orange County Grand Jury regarding Orange County Animal Care operations until August 15, 2023 (5-0)
• Appointed Council Member Yu as Voting Delegate and Council Member Pequeno as Alternate for the League of California Cities conference (5-0)
• Approved minutes from July 5, 2023 meeting (5-0)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider establishing permit parking on Tulip Street and approving a supplemental budget appropriation for the Taste of Lake Forest. The meeting also includes a cooperative agreement with Caltrans for a traffic signal project at Bake Parkway and Rockfield Boulevard.

• Establishment of permit parking on Tulip Street
• Supplemental budget appropriation for the Taste of Lake Forest
• Caltrans cooperative agreement for Bake Parkway / Rockfield Boulevard traffic signal synchronization
• Professional consultant services agreement with the Pet Adoption Center of Orange County
• Adoption of a new City Council Resolution Policy

The City Council approved several administrative policies and a professional services agreement with the Pet Adoption Center of Orange County. The council also authorized a budget appropriation for the Taste of Lake Forest and a traffic signal synchronization project with Caltrans.

• Established permit parking on Tulip Street (5-0)
• Approved Professional Consultant Services Agreement with the Pet Adoption Center of Orange County (5-0)
• Adopted City Council Resolution Policy and amended recognition and written communication policies (5-0)
• Approved supplemental budget appropriation for the Taste of Lake Forest (5-0)
• Approved Cooperative Agreement No. 12-0855 with Caltrans for Bake Parkway / Rockfield Boulevard traffic signal synchronization (5-0)
• Approved June 20, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Presented certificate of recognition to Heritage Hill Amigos De La Colina volunteer docent group (5-0)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider several items including the 2023-2025 operating budget and a $160 million appropriations limit. The agenda also includes closed session negotiations for real property at 25092 Farthing Street.

• Closed session negotiation regarding price and terms for 25092 Farthing Street
• Adoption of the 2023-2025 operating budget and 2023-2030 master financial plan
• Approval of $2,226,015 contract with Athens Services for street sweeping maintenance
• Ordinances to address navigation centers, transitional housing, and residential care facilities
• Agreement with Lake Forest Chamber of Commerce for business development in the amount of $27,000

The City Council approved the 2023-2025 operating budget and a $160.1M appropriations limit for fiscal year 2023-24. Other key actions included awarding a $2.2M street sweeping contract and updating municipal codes regarding housing and care facilities.

• Adopted 2023-2025 operating budget and 2023-2030 master financial plan (5-0)
• Approved FY 2023-24 appropriations limit of $160,113,982 (5-0)
• Awarded $2,226,015 street sweeping contract to Athens Services (4-0)
• Approved warrant register for $10,257,078.75 (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinances 363 and 364 regarding housing and residential care facilities (5-0)
• Approved Fifth Amendment to City Manager Employment Agreement (5-0)
• Approved Master Services Agreement with Flock Group, Inc. for license plate reader cameras (5-0)
• Approved selection of U.S. Bank National Association for banking services (5-0)

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding site improvements and a sign program for an Aldi Food Market at 23330 El Toro Road. The meeting also includes routine approvals for capital improvement projects and an access easement for the Irvine Ranch Water District.

• Site development, sign program, and use permit for Aldi Food Market at 23330 El Toro Road
• Approval of beer and wine sale permit (Type 20 ABC license) for Aldi Food Market
• General Plan Conformance for 2023-2025 Capital Improvement Projects
• Non-exclusive access easement to Irvine Ranch Water District over Water Tank Road
• Approval of May 4, 2023, Planning Commission meeting minutes

The Planning Commission approved several permits for an ALDI Food Market, including the sale of beer and wine for off-site consumption. The commission also approved General Plan conformance for capital improvement projects and a water district easement.

• Approved Site Development Permit 02-23-5598, Planned Sign Program 02-23-5599, and Use Permit 02-23-5597 for ALDI Food Market at 23330 El Toro Road (4-0)
• Approved Public Convenience or Necessity 05-23-5630 for ALDI Food Market, excluding Section 1 Finding 1 (3-1)
• Approved categorical exemption for ALDI Food Market applications pursuant to CEQA Guidelines (4-0)
• Approved General Plan Conformance 05-23-5629 for 2023-2025 Capital Improvement Projects (4-0)
• Approved General Plan Conformance 05-23-5623 for County of Orange to grant access easement to Irvine Ranch Water District (4-0)
• Approved May 4, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)

Regular Meeting of the Community Services Commission

The Commission will receive reports from the Senior Advisory Board and the Public Works Department regarding projects from January to March 2023. The meeting also includes reviews of recent recreation reports and routine administrative approvals.

• Public Works Department project quarterly update (January to March 2023)
• April and May 2023 Recreation Report
• Recreation Ask Lake Forest Tickets report
• Approval of April 5, 2023, meeting minutes

The Commission approved the April 5, 2023, meeting minutes and Recreation Ask Lake Forest tickets via a unanimous consent calendar vote. The remainder of the meeting consisted of reports on senior activities, public works projects, and recreation participation numbers.

• Approved minutes of the April 5, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Recreation Ask Lake Forest tickets (unanimous)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing on ordinances regarding low barrier navigation centers, transitional housing, and residential care facilities. The agenda also includes several contract awards for landscape maintenance, traffic signals, and audit services.

• Public hearing on ordinances for navigation centers, supportive housing, and residential care facilities
• $4,036,680 contract award to Nieves Landscaping, Inc. for medians, parkways, and slopes maintenance
• $3,365,770.80 contract award to Nieves Landscaping, Inc. for park landscape and restroom maintenance
• $1,837,017 agreement for traffic signal maintenance services with Bear Electrical Solutions, Inc.
• $233,060.00 professional services agreement with CliftonLarsonAllen LLP for audit services

The City Council approved several service contracts, including landscape maintenance and traffic signal services. The Council also introduced ordinances regarding supportive housing and residential care facilities and approved the FY 2023-24 law enforcement agreement with Orange County.

• Awarded $1,837,017 traffic signal maintenance contract to Bear Electrical Solutions, Inc. (5-0)
• Awarded $4,036,680 medians, parkways, and slopes landscape contract to Nieves Landscaping, Inc. (5-0)
• Awarded $3,365,770.80 passive park landscape and restroom maintenance contract to Nieves Landscaping, Inc. (5-0)
• Awarded $233,060 financial and special audit services contract to CliftonLarsonAllen LLP (5-0)
• Approved FY 2023-24 law enforcement services agreement with the County of Orange (5-0)
• Introduced first reading of ordinances regarding supportive housing, employee housing, and residential care facilities (5-0)
• Appointed Donald J. White as interim Deputy City Manager (5-0)
• Tabled amendment to agreement with All City Management Services, Inc. until June 20, 2023 (4-0)

Traffic and Parking Commission

The Traffic and Parking Commission will discuss a recommendation for the City Council to establish permit parking on Tulip Street. The meeting also includes routine reports from Public Works and the Orange County Sheriff’s Department.

• Establishment of permit parking on Tulip Street
• Public Works Department quarterly update (January to March 2023)
• Orange County Sheriff’s Department report
• ALF Summary Report

The Traffic and Parking Commission unanimously recommended that the City Council establish permit parking on Tulip Street. The commission also approved previous meeting minutes and received departmental reports.

• Recommended establishment of permit parking on Tulip Street (5-0)
• Approved May 14, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Received and filed Monthly ALF Summary Report (5-0)
• Received and filed Public Works Department Quarterly Update January to March 2023 (5-0)
• Received and filed Orange County Sheriff’s Department Report

City Council Budget Workshop

The City Council will review several long-term financial and operational documents. Discussions include the proposed 2023-2025 operating budget, a 2023-2030 financial forecast, and updates to the city's strategic plan.

• Review of Proposed 2023-2025 Operating Budget and 2023-2030 Financial Forecast
• Discussion of Draft Capital Improvement Projects Plan 2023-2030
• Update on the City's Asset Management Program from Kayuga Solutions
• Proposed updates to the City's Strategic Business Plan

The City Council held a budget workshop to receive reports on city planning and finances. No formal votes were taken; the council received and filed reports on the operating budget, financial forecast, and asset management.

• Received and filed Asset Management Program report from Kayuga Solutions
• Received and filed report on proposed Strategic Business Plan updates
• Received and filed draft Capital Improvement Projects Plan 2023-2030
• Received and filed report on Proposed 2023-2025 Operating Budget and Proposed 2023-2030 Financial Forecast

City Council - Special Closed Session Meeting and Regular Meeting

The City Council will meet for a closed session regarding personnel and litigation, followed by a public session. Public business includes adopting a housing development ordinance, awarding maintenance contracts, and reviewing legislative matters.

• Adoption of Ordinance No. 362 regarding regulations for housing developments
• $446,100 contract for graffiti removal and steam cleaning by Superior Property Services, Inc.
• Acceptance of tract improvements and bond releases for Tract 15353 totaling over $8.9 million
• Amendment to the Communications Site License Agreement with Crown Castle Fiber, LLC
• Recognition of Deputy Rodrigo Ruelas and Ms. Marcia Langstaff for life-saving actions

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission will consider a city-initiated amendment to the municipal code regarding various housing and shelter types. They will also review a use permit for beer and wine retail sales at India Super Mart.

• Zoning code amendment to address low barrier navigation centers, transitional/supportive housing, employee housing, emergency shelter parking, and residential care facilities
• Use permit for retail sales of beer and wine at 24601 Raymond Way, Suite 6 (India Super Mart)
• Code enforcement activity report for the first quarter of 2023

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a zoning code amendment for housing developments and the FY 2023-2024 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan. The agenda also includes proclamations for drowning prevention awareness and Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month.

• Zoning Code Amendment 03-23-5611 to establish regulations for housing developments
• Public hearing for the FY 2023-2024 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan
• Second Amendment to professional consulting services agreement with Mike Linares, Inc.
• Fourth Amendment to facility management services agreement with Kidder Mathews, Inc.
• Easements and cost sharing agreement with Irvine Ranch Water District

The City Council voted 5-0 to introduce a zoning code amendment adding Chapter 9.151 to establish regulations for housing developments on sites identified in the city's Housing Element Sites Inventory. The council also approved the 2023-2024 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan for submission to HUD, and authorized the mayor to sign a letter supporting California Assembly Bill 1270. Several proclamations and consent calendar items were approved, including easements and a cost-sharing agreement with Irvine Ranch Water District.

• Introduced first reading of ordinance adding Chapter 9.151 for housing development regulations on Housing Element sites (5-0)
• Approved 2023-2024 CDBG Annual Action Plan for submission to HUD (5-0)
• Authorized mayor to sign letter of support for California Assembly Bill 1270 (5-0)
• Approved proclamations for Drowning Prevention Awareness Season and Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month (5-0)
• Approved second amendment to CDBG consulting agreement with Mike Linares, Inc. (5-0)
• Accepted two grant of easements and approved cost-sharing agreement with Irvine Ranch Water District (5-0, Tettemer abstained)
• Approved fourth amendment to facility management agreement with Kidder Mathews, Inc. (5-0)
• Received and filed report on Strategic Plan progress (5-0)

Traffic and Parking Commission Regular Meeting

The Traffic and Parking Commission will review an update to the city's local signal synchronization plan. This includes a proposed submittal for the Fiscal Year 2023/24 through 2025/26 as part of the Measure M2 program.

• Update to the City's Local Signal Synchronization Plan
• Fiscal Year 2023/24 through 2025/26 Local Signal Synchronization Plan submittal
• Measure M2 (OC Go) eligibility submittal to the Orange County Transportation Authority

The Traffic and Parking Commission recommended that City Council approve the Local Signal Synchronization Plan for Fiscal Year 2023/24 through 2025/26. This action is part of the Annual Renewed Measure M2 (OC Go) eligibility submittal to the Orange County Transportation Authority.

• Approved April 3, 2023 special meeting minutes (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Received and filed monthly ALF summary report (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Recommended City Council approve the FY 2023/24-2025/26 Local Signal Synchronization Plan (5-0)
• Recommended City Council adopt a resolution concerning the Local Signal Synchronization Plan for the Measure M2 program (5-0)

Special Audit Committee Meeting

The Audit Committee will review the third quarter financial report for fiscal year 2022-23, noting that General Fund revenues reached $38.0 million against a budget of $57.6 million. The committee will also receive a report regarding a 1% review of the City's legal services contract with Best Best & Krieger LLP.

• Quarterly Financial Report for Q3 FY 2022-23
• 1% Review of City legal services (BB&K LLP)
• Single Audit of Federally Assisted Grant Programs (June 30, 2022)
• Budgetary Status and Compliance Report as of March 31, 2023
• Sales Tax Update for September 30, 2022

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will conduct a closed session regarding anticipated litigation before moving to public business. The public session includes a mid-year budget review, an annual investment policy review, and several proclamations.

• Proclamation for Earth Day (April 22, 2023)
• Proclamation for Arbor Day (April 28, 2023)
• Second Amendment to Jamey Clark, Inc. park maintenance agreement
• Re-bidding of structural steel patio cover at Civic Center Senior Center (PW 2022-13)
• Fiscal Year 2022-23 mid-year budget review

The City Council adopted amendments to the 2021-2023 operating budget and approved the annual Statement of Investment Policy. The council also authorized a re-bidding process for a senior center patio cover and amended a solid waste procurement agreement with Laguna Hills.

• Amended 2021-2023 operating budget and FY 2022-23 appropriations (4-0)
• Approved annual Statement of Investment Policy (4-0)
• Rejected all bids and authorized re-bidding for Senior Center structural steel patio cover (3-1-0)
• Approved First Amendment to solid waste procurement MOU with City of Laguna Hills (4-0)
• Approved Second Amendment to on-call facility and park maintenance agreement with Jamey Clark, Inc. (4-0)
• Adopted resolution declaring April 29, 2023, as World Wish Day (4-0)
• Approved proclamations for Earth Day (April 22) and Arbor Day (April 28) (4-0)
• Adopted resolution recognizing National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week (4-0)

Regular Meeting of the Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a city-initiated zoning amendment for housing developments. The Commission will also consider a use permit for alcohol sales at 21991 El Toro Road.

• Zoning Code Amendment 03-23-5611 to establish regulations for housing developments on specific sites
• Use Permit 02-23-5601 to allow off-site alcohol sales for 'Liquor King' at 21991 El Toro Road
• Public Convenience or Necessity determination for a Type 21 ABC license at 21991 El Toro Road
• Approval of the March 9, 2023, Planning Commission meeting minutes

The Planning Commission approved a use permit and public convenience determination for Liquor King to sell alcohol for off-site consumption. The commission also recommended a zoning code amendment to the City Council regarding housing development regulations.

• Approved Use Permit 02-23-5601 and PCN 02-23-5604 for Liquor King at 21991 El Toro Road with added exterior lighting condition (3-1)
• Recommended City Council adopt Zoning Code Amendment 03-23-5611 to establish regulations for housing developments (4-0)
• Approved March 9, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Regular Meeting of the Community Services Commission

The Community Services Commission will review the March 2023 recreation report and consider appointing new members to the Senior Advisory Board. The meeting also includes routine items such as approving previous meeting minutes.

• Appointment of Senior Advisory Board Members
• Review of March 2023 Recreation Report
• Approval of March 8, 2023, meeting minutes
• Recreation Ask Lake Forest Tickets report

The Commission appointed five members to the Senior Advisory Board and decided that non-appointed candidates would serve as alternates. The body also approved the March 8, 2023, meeting minutes and Recreation Ask Lake Forest tickets.

• Approved Consent Calendar including March 8, 2023 minutes and Recreation Ask Lake Forest tickets (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Appointed Jan Wivott to the Senior Advisory Board
• Appointed Elaine Blaze to the Senior Advisory Board
• Appointed Michelle Wood to the Senior Advisory Board
• Appointed Shirley Maldonado to the Senior Advisory Board
• Appointed Sandy Stang to the Senior Advisory Board
• Approved motion to make non-appointed Senior Advisory Board candidates alternates (5-0)

Housing Authority - Special Meeting

The Housing Authority is considering a recommendation to begin negotiations with Families Forward. The goal is to establish an Exclusive Negotiation Agreement regarding affordable housing acquisition, conversion, or rehabilitation projects.

• Direct staff to negotiate an Exclusive Negotiation Agreement with Families Forward
• Approval of meeting minutes from October 4, 2022
• Approval of meeting minutes from December 6, 2022

The Housing Authority voted to enter into an Exclusive Negotiation Agreement with Families Forward for affordable housing acquisition, conversion, or rehabilitation projects. The board also approved the minutes from two previous special meetings.

• Approved Exclusive Negotiation Agreement with Families Forward (5-0)
• Approved October 4, 2022 special meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved December 6, 2022 special meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider negotiating an agreement with Families Forward for affordable housing projects. The meeting also includes a change order for El Toro Road and Portola Parkway/Santa Margarita Parkway intersection improvements.

• Negotiation of Exclusive Negotiation Agreement with Families Forward for affordable housing
• Change Order #1 for El Toro Road & Portola Parkway/Santa Margarita Parkway intersection improvements up to $500,000.00
• Approval of warrant register in the amount of $6,350,219.21
• Second Amendment to agreement with Crown Facility Solutions for Lake Forest Sports Park maintenance
• Notice of completion for the Safe Step Improvement Project PW 2021-02

The City Council directed staff to negotiate an exclusive agreement with Families Forward for affordable housing acquisition and rehabilitation. The council also approved a $6.35M warrant register and updated its 2023 legislative platform.

• Approved Exclusive Negotiation Agreement with Families Forward for affordable housing (5-0)
• Approved warrant register in the amount of $6,350,219.21 (5-0, Mayor Cirbo abstained from ACMS warrant)
• Approved Change Order #1 for El Toro Road & Portola Parkway intersection improvements not-to-exceed $500,000
• Appointed Mark Armando to the Traffic and Parking Commission
• Adopted resolution vacating six public service easements (5-0)
• Added merit-based hiring policy to 2023 Legislative Platform (4-1)
• Added water storage and supply research policy to 2023 Legislative Platform (4-1)
• Approved second amendment for custodial services at Lake Forest Sports Park

Traffic and Parking Commission

The Commission will receive a program update regarding intersection improvement projects. The meeting also includes the review of previous meeting minutes and an ALF summary report.

• Intersection Improvement Projects - Program Update
• ALF Summary Report
• Approval of March 6, 2023, meeting minutes

The Commission approved the minutes from the March 6, 2023 special meeting and received the monthly ALF summary report. Staff provided a program update on intersection improvement projects for the Commission to receive and file.

• Approved March 6, 2023 special meeting minutes (4-0)
• Received and filed monthly ALF summary report (4-0)
• Received and filed Intersection Improvement Projects program update

Strategic Planning Workshop

The City Council will hold a special meeting to review community survey results and discuss updates to the city's strategic plan. The workshop includes a presentation on the 2023 Lake Forest Community Satisfaction Survey.

• Presentation of the 2023 Lake Forest Community Satisfaction Survey by Dr. Timothy McLarney of True North Research
• Strategic Plan update workshop and staff report review

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will meet to discuss anticipated litigation in a closed session. The public session includes items regarding accessory dwelling unit ordinances, a sewer lateral contract, and national opioid settlement agreements.

• Ordinance No. 361 regarding Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units
• Arbor Sewer Lateral construction contract award to Elegant Construction, Inc. for $206,750
• Agreement with Saddleback Valley Unified School District for the Kids’ Factory After School Program
• Opting into national opioid settlement agreements with Teva, Allergan, Walmart, Walgreens, and CVS
• Additional Services Agreement with Flock Group, Inc. for automatic license plate reader cameras

The City Council adopted Ordinance No. 361 regarding accessory dwelling units and awarded a $206,750 sewer lateral construction contract. The Council also opted into national opioid settlement agreements and approved easements for the Irvine Ranch Water District.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 361 amending municipal code for accessory dwelling units (5-0)
• Awarded $206,750 Arbor Sewer Lateral contract to Elegant Construction, Inc. (5-0)
• Opted into national opioid settlement agreements with CVS, Walgreens, Walmart, Allergan, and Teva (5-0)
• Approved two Grant of Easements with the Irvine Ranch Water District (4-0)
• Approved agreement with Saddleback Valley Unified School District for Kids’ Factory After School Program (5-0)
• Approved Additional Services Agreement with Flock Group, Inc. for license plate reader cameras (5-0)
• Created ad-hoc committee for resolutions and correspondence with members Tettemer and Pequefio (5-0)
• Appointed Mayor Cirbo as delegate and Council Member Pequefio as alternate for SCAG meeting (5-0)

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Lake Forest Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to receive a quarterly update from the Public Works Department, approve prior meeting minutes, and consider a General Plan conformance determination for the sale of a city-owned parcel (APN: 610-691-41) to the Irvine Ranch Water District. The meeting includes public comment periods and commissioner comments.

• Public Works Department Project Quarterly Update for October to December 2022
• Approval of minutes from the February 9, 2023 Planning Commission meeting
• Consideration of General Plan Conformance Determination 02-23-5606 for sale of city-owned parcel (APN: 610-691-41) to Irvine Ranch Water District

The Planning Commission approved a resolution regarding the General Plan conformance for the sale of a city-owned parcel (APN: 610-691-41) to the Irvine Ranch Water District. The commission also approved the minutes from the February 9, 2023 meeting.

• Approved sale of city-owned parcel (APN: 610-691-41) to Irvine Ranch Water District
• Approved February 9, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Received and filed Public Works Department project quarterly update

Community Services Commission - Regular Meeting

The Community Services Commission will select a chair and vice chair for the 2023 calendar year. They will also receive a quarterly update from Public Works, a recreation report, and consider a commendation for a former commissioner. The meeting includes consent calendar items and public comment periods.

• Selection of chair and vice chair for 2023
• Commendation for former Commissioner Suzy Betz
• Public Works Department project quarterly update (Oct–Dec 2022)
• Recreation report for Dec 2022, Jan and Feb 2023
• Senior Advisory Board appointment

The Commission approved the December 2022 meeting minutes and the Recreation Ask Lake Forest tickets. Members elected the 2023 Chair and Vice Chair and received updates on Public Works projects and recreation program participation.

• Approved Consent Calendar including December 2022 minutes and Recreation Ask Lake Forest tickets
• Elected Loretta Herrin as 2023 Community Services Chair (4-0)
• Elected Kelly Gould as 2023 Community Services Vice Chair (4-0)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider selling Serrano Summit Passive Park to the Irvine Ranch Water District and amending the 2021-2023 operating budget. A public hearing is scheduled to update accessory dwelling unit rules to comply with state law SB 897. The council will also appoint a representative to the Orange County Vector Control District Board of Trustees and approve a $3,049,101.09 warrant register.

• Sale of Serrano Summit Passive Park (APN 610-691-41) to Irvine Ranch Water District
• First reading of ordinance amending ADU and JADU regulations to comply with SB 897
• Approval of warrant register for $3,049,101.09
• Notice of Completion for Sports Park Paver Replacement Project with $34,512 change order
• Appointment of city representative to Orange County Vector Control District Board of Trustees

The City Council approved the sale of the Serrano Summit Passive Park and amended the 2021-2023 operating budget. The council also introduced an ordinance to update accessory dwelling unit rules to comply with SB 897. Additionally, the council approved a $3M warrant register and a contract change order for a sports park project.

• Approved sale of Serrano Summit Passive Park to Irvine Ranch Water District (3-1-1)
• Introduced ordinance for first reading to amend ADU and JADU rules to comply with SB 897 (5-0)
• Approved warrant register in the amount of $3,049,101.09 (5-0)
• Approved $34,512 contract change order No. 2 for Sports Park Paver Replacement Project (5-0)
• Appointed Council Member Pequefio to Orange County Vector Control District Board of Trustees
• Approved February 21, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Traffic and Parking Commission - Regular Meeting

The Traffic and Parking Commission will hold its annual reorganization to select a chair and vice chair for the 2023 calendar year. Commissioners will also receive an update on the Citywide Street Name Sign project, which includes a new blue reflective sign design with the city logo. Consent calendar items include approval of December 2022 meeting minutes, an ALF summary report, and a quarterly Public Works update.

• Selection of Chair and Vice Chair for 2023
• Citywide Street Name Sign project update — new blue reflective signs with city logo, replacing green County standard signs
• Approval of minutes from December 5, 2022 meeting
• Receive and file ALF Summary Report
• Receive and file Public Works Department quarterly update (Oct–Dec 2022)

The Commission appointed its Chair and Vice Chair and approved the December 5, 2022, meeting minutes. The body also received and filed the monthly ALF summary report and the Public Works Department quarterly update for October to December 2022.

• Appointed Vladimir Anderson as Chair (4-0)
• Appointed Jim Fouste as Vice Chair (4-0)
• Approved December 5, 2022, special meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved monthly ALF summary report (4-0)
• Approved Public Works Department quarterly update October to December 2022 (4-0)

Joint Workshop

The Lake Forest Joint Commission is holding a special strategic planning workshop on February 28, 2023. The only agenda item is a strategic plan update facilitated by Bill Kelly of Kelly Associates Management Group. Commissioners are asked to participate in the workshop; no votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Strategic plan update facilitated by Bill Kelly of Kelly Associates Management Group
• Special joint meeting of multiple city commissions
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per person, 30 minutes total, on agenda items only
• Meeting held at Lake Forest Community Center, 100 Civic Center Drive

City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider selling Serrano Summit Passive Park to the Irvine Ranch Water District and increasing funding for the Shop & Dine Community Gift Card program. The council will also discuss commission appointments and adopt the 2023 Legislative Platform. Consent items include street widening on Jeronimo Road and intersection improvements on Bake Parkway.

• Sale of Serrano Summit Passive Park (APN 610-691-41) to Irvine Ranch Water District
• Increased funding for Shop & Dine Community Gift Card program with Yiftee, Inc.
• Third Amendment for widening/realignment of Jeronimo Road at El Toro Road
• Fifth Amendment for intersection improvements of Bake Parkway at Trabuco Rd./Irvine Blvd.
• Commission appointments to Community Services and Traffic and Parking Commissions

The City Council voted against the sale of Serrano Summit Passive Park to the Irvine Ranch Water District. Other actions included approving road engineering contracts and expanding the Shop & Dine gift card program.

• Denied sale of Serrano Summit Passive Park to Irvine Ranch Water District (2-1)
• Approved BOGO Campaign agreement with Yiftee, Inc. for $50 and $100 gift card options (4-0)
• Approved 5th Amendment with Rick Engineering Company for Bake Parkway intersection improvements (4-0)
• Approved 3rd Amendment with Tait & Associates, Inc. for Jeronimo Road widening/realignment (4-0)
• Approved Notice of Completion for Arbor Access Ramp by Elegant Construction, Inc. (4-0)
• Appointed Loretta Herrin to the Community Services Commission
• Directed City Clerk to reopen recruitment for Traffic and Parking Commission vacancy (4-0)
• Adopted the proposed 2023 Legislative Platform (4-0)

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on an ordinance amending sections of the Lake Forest Municipal Code regarding accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and junior accessory dwelling units (JADUs) to comply with SB 897. The commission will also receive a code enforcement activity report for Q4 2022 and year-end review, approve December 2022 meeting minutes, and select a chair and vice chair for 2023.

• Public hearing on ordinance amending Sections 9.04.030 and 9.146.050 of the Lake Forest Municipal Code regarding ADUs and JADUs to comply with SB 897
• Code Enforcement Activity Report for fourth quarter of 2022 and year-end review
• Approval of minutes from the December 8, 2022 Planning Commission meeting
• Selection/reorganization of Planning Commission officers for 2023

The Planning Commission recommended that the City Council adopt an ordinance updating municipal code sections regarding accessory dwelling units and junior accessory dwelling units. The commission also approved previous meeting minutes and elected its officers.

• Recommended City Council adopt ordinance amending sections 9.04.030 and 9.146.050 regarding ADUs and JADUs (5-0)
• Approved December 8, 2022 meeting minutes (4-1)
• Elected Jolene Fuentes as Chair (5-0)
• Elected Jordan Villwock as Vice Chair (5-0)
• Received and filed 2022 fourth quarter and year-end code enforcement activity report

City Council Meeting

The Lake Forest City Council will discuss and decide whether to rejoin the Association of California Cities-Orange County. They will also make appointments to city commissions and consider a Wreaths Across America item. The agenda includes consent items such as approving minutes, a warrant register of $4,671,902.62, and awarding a $425,292 contract for slurry seal construction services.

• Consideration of re-joining the Association of California Cities-Orange County
• Commission appointments to city commissions
• Award of contract for construction administration and inspection services for Slurry Seal Zones A, D, E, B and C to Z&K Consultants, Inc. for $425,292
• Reject all bids and authorize re-bidding for Phase 13 CDBG ADA Ramp Improvements Project (PW 2021-01)
• Proclamation declaring February 19-25, 2023 as National Engineers Week

Audit Committee - Special Meeting

The Lake Forest Audit Committee will meet to receive and file four financial reports: a budgetary status report as of December 31, 2022, the second quarter financial report for FY 2022-23, an update on the American Rescue Plan Act grant, and audit reports for the year ended June 30, 2022. No votes on substantive policy items are scheduled.

• Budgetary Status and Compliance Report as of December 31, 2022
• Quarterly Financial Report for the second quarter of FY 2022-23
• American Rescue Plan Act Grant update
• Audit reports for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2022

City Council Meeting

The Lake Forest City Council will hold a regular meeting on January 17, 2023, to consider several items including a second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 359, which amends nuisance abatement procedures, and award three contracts for on-call geotechnical services totaling $450,000. The council will also discuss the 2023 Legislative Platform and a potential contribution to Wreaths Across America.

• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 359 amending nuisance abatement procedures
• Award of $150,000 contracts each to GMU Geotechnical, Inc., LGC Geotechnical, Inc., and GEOCON West, Inc. for on-call geotechnical services
• Grant agreement with Age Well Senior Services for $33,500 in CDBG-CV funds to purchase an ADA-compliant van for senior transportation
• Summary relinquishment of a storm drain easement at 21141 Cañada Road
• Approval of an easement deed with the Teresina Community Association for drainage structure maintenance

The City Council approved an ordinance modifying the process for notice, hearings, and appeals regarding involuntary nuisance abatement. The council also awarded three geotechnical service contracts and a grant for a senior transportation van. Decisions on the 2023 legislative platform and ACC-OC membership were deferred.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 359 regarding summary nuisance abatement procedures
• Approved $33,500 CDBG-CV grant to Age Well Senior Services for an ADA-compliant van
• Awarded $150,000 on-call geotechnical contract to GMU Geotechnical, Inc.
• Awarded $150,000 on-call geotechnical contract to LGC Geotechnical, Inc.
• Awarded $150,000 on-call geotechnical contract to GEOCON West, Inc.
• Approved summary vacation of a storm drain easement over 21141 Canada Road
• Approved Easement Deed with Teresina Community Association for drainage maintenance
• Tabled decisions on 2023 legislative platform and ACC-OC membership (5-0)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold public hearings to adopt the 2022 California Building Standards Code with local amendments and to adopt the third revised 2021-2029 Housing Element of the General Plan. The council will also consider creating a 'Safe Lake Forest' program for automated license plate readers, a resolution supporting the Iranian-American community, and appointments to regional boards. Consent items include a $4.88 million warrant register and an amendment to the Kids Factory after-school program agreement.

• Public hearing and second reading of Ordinance No. 360 adopting 2022 California Building Standards Code with local amendments
• Public hearing to adopt third revised 2021-2029 Housing Element of the General Plan
• Consideration of creating 'Safe Lake Forest' program for automated license plate reader cameras in homeowners associations
• Resolution supporting Iranian-American community and condemning violence by the government of Iran
• Approve warrant register of $4,880,078.26

The City Council approved the 2022 California Building Standards Code and the third revised 2021-2029 Housing Element of the General Plan. The Council also established the 'Safe Lake Forest' program and passed a resolution supporting the Iranian-American community.

• Adopted 2022 California Building Standards Code (5-0)
• Adopted third revised 2021-2029 Housing Element of the General Plan (5-0)
• Approved resolution supporting Iranian-American community and condemning Iranian government violence (5-0)
• Approved creation of 'Safe Lake Forest' program (5-0)
• Approved warrant register in the amount of $4,880,078.26 (5-0, Mayor Cirbo abstained from one warrant)
• Approved Third Amendment to Kids Factory After School Program agreement with SVUSD
• Approved Third Amendment to Leighton & Associates for Portola Oaks geotechnical services
• Approved amended City Council policies adding City Manager/designee to Mayor's Award selection committee (5-0)