Los Alamitos public meetings in 2022

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Commission

The Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Commission will consider findings required by AB 361. These findings allow the commission to continue meeting via teleconference during the COVID-19 state of emergency. No other substantive agenda items are listed for this special meeting.

• Findings regarding the continued use of teleconferencing for meetings

The Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Commission held a special meeting to address teleconferencing requirements. The commission unanimously approved the option to continue meeting via teleconference during the pandemic per AB 361.

• Approved option to meet via teleconference during the pandemic (Unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Los Alamitos Planning Commission meeting scheduled for December 28, 2022, has been cancelled. A special meeting is scheduled via videoconference for January 11, 2022.

• Cancellation of the December 28, 2022, Planning Commission meeting

City Council

The Los Alamitos City Council will conduct interviews for applicants to several city commissions. The Council will also consider incumbent applications and make final appointments.

• Interviews for Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Arts Commission
• Interview for Personnel Appeals Commission applicant Lisa L. Tekolian
• Interview for Traffic Commission applicant Maggie Marchese
• Consideration of incumbent applications for various commissions
• Appointments to City Commissions

The City Council held a special session to make required findings under AB 361. The council unanimously voted to maintain the option to meet via teleconference due to the COVID-19 state of emergency.

• Approved findings for continued use of teleconferencing (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss adopting new vehicle miles traveled thresholds for environmental reviews. The agenda also includes a vote on fireworks regulations and the certification of recent election results. Additionally, the council will elect its Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem.

• Adoption of Ordinance No. 2022-07 regarding the regulation and sale of fireworks
• Ratification of warrants totaling $1,521,605.16
• Amendment to legal services contract with Liebert Cassidy Whitmore not to exceed $59,500
• Adoption of Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) thresholds for transportation impacts
• Certification of the November 8, 2022, General Municipal Election results

The City Council elected Mayor Doby and Mayor Pro Tem Nefulda during its annual reorganization. The Council also adopted an ordinance regulating the sale and use of safe and sane fireworks on July 4th and approved several administrative resolutions.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2022-07 regulating the sale and use of safe and sane fireworks
• Elected Mayor Pro Tem Doby as Mayor
• Elected Council Member Nefulda as Mayor Pro Tem
• Ratified warrants for Nov 2 to Nov 30, 2022, totaling $1,521,605.16
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-37 regarding Vehicle Miles Travelled (VMT) thresholds
• Awarded City Manager a performance-based incentive bonus via Resolution No. 2022-38
• Approved $15,000 from General Fund for legal services amendment with Liebert Cassidy Whitmore
• Certified results of the November 8, 2022 General Municipal Election

Budget Standing Committee

The Budget Standing Committee is reviewing findings required by AB 361 to continue conducting meetings via teleconference. This meeting addresses procedural requirements related to the ongoing COVID-19 state of emergency.

• Findings for continued use of teleconferencing under AB 361

General

This special meeting of the Traffic Commission contains administrative findings regarding the continued use of teleconferencing. No specific traffic projects, contracts, or ordinances are listed for discussion.

• Findings required by AB 361 for the continued use of teleconferencing

The Traffic Commission approved findings required by AB 361 to allow the body to continue meeting via teleconference during the COVID-19 pandemic. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved AB 361 findings for continued use of teleconferencing (4-0)

Traffic Commission

The Los Alamitos Traffic Commission meeting scheduled for December 14, 2022, has been cancelled. A special meeting will instead be held via videoconference at 6:30 p.m. on the same date.

• Cancellation of the regular December 14, 2022, Traffic Commission meeting
• Special meeting scheduled for December 14, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. via videoconference

General

The Planning Commission is reviewing a draft update for the City’s Housing Element for 2021-2029. The commission will also consider a draft ordinance to create a new R-4 Zoning District and modify Town Center Mix Use (TCMU) zoning to allow higher density.

• Public hearing for Housing Element 2021-2029 update
• Proposed creation of a new R-4 Zoning District
• Modification of Town Center Mix Use (TCMU) zoning to allow higher density
• Findings regarding continued use of teleconferencing under AB 361

City Council

The Los Alamitos City Council will hold a special meeting via videoconference. The council will consider findings required by AB 361 to continue holding meetings via teleconference due to the COVID-19 state of emergency.

• Findings for continued use of teleconferencing under AB 361

Budget Standing Committee

This special meeting of the Budget Standing Committee contains only procedural items. The committee will consider findings required by AB 361 to allow for continued use of teleconferencing during the state of emergency.

• Findings required by AB 361 for continued use of teleconferencing

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Commission

The Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Commission will consider findings required by AB 361. These findings are necessary to maintain the option of meeting via teleconference during the COVID-19 state of emergency.

• Findings required by AB 361 for the continued use of teleconferencing for meetings

The Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Commission held a special session to address teleconferencing requirements. The commission unanimously approved the option to continue meeting via teleconference during the pandemic per AB 361.

• Approved option to meet via teleconference during the pandemic (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider adopting Vehicle Miles Travelled (VMT) thresholds to replace the current Level of Service metric for evaluating transportation impacts. The commission will also review findings regarding continued teleconferencing and approve minutes from five previous meetings.

• Adoption of Vehicle Miles Travelled (VMT) Thresholds of Significance
• Findings required by AB 361 for the continued use of teleconferencing
• Approval of minutes from five previous meetings

Planning Commission

The City of Los Alamitos Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, November 23, 2022, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, November 30, 2022.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review findings required by AB 361 to continue holding meetings via videoconference. No specific development projects or items from the Development Services Department are listed on this agenda.

• Findings required by AB 361 for the continued use of teleconferencing

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution for a minimum wage increase effective January 1, 2023. The agenda includes a public hearing on adopting the 2022 California Building Standards and Fire Codes. The Council will also review city warrants and various service contracts.

• Ratification of warrants totaling $2,318,840.80 for October 2022
• Adoption of the 2022 California Building Standards and Fire Codes
• Project management contract award for Sterns Park Improvement ($304,031.72)
• Resolution regarding the state-wide minimum wage increase
• Approval of RFPs for building, safety, and engineering services

The City Council adopted the 2022 California Building Standards and Fire Codes and approved a new funding policy for PERS unfunded liabilities. The Council also ratified over $2.3 million in warrants and approved several professional service contracts for city maintenance and park improvements.

• Ratified warrants for Oct 4 to Oct 31, 2022 in the amount of $2,318,840.80 (Unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2022-05 and 2022-06 for 2022 Building Standards and Fire Codes (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-31 to increase minimum wage effective Jan 1, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-33 for PERS Unfunded Accrued Liability Pay-Down Funding Policy (Unanimous)
• Awarded $304,031.72 contract to Hirsch & Associates, Inc. for Sterns Park project management (Unanimous)
• Directed staff to move Fireworks Spectacular date to July 3 starting in 2023 (Unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 2022-07 regarding regulation and sale of fireworks (4-1)
• Approved RFPs for Building & Safety, City/Traffic Engineering, and Access Control systems (Unanimous)

Budget Standing Committee

This special meeting contains only procedural items regarding the committee's ability to meet via teleconference. The agenda includes findings required by AB 361 due to the ongoing state of emergency. No other business is scheduled for discussion or decision.

• Findings required by AB 361 for continued use of teleconferencing

Traffic Commission

The commission will review findings to continue meeting via teleconference. Staff will also lead a discussion regarding electric bikes, including California laws and potential local ordinances or safety campaigns.

• Findings for continued teleconferencing under AB 361
• Approval of October 12, 2022, special meeting minutes
• Discussion on electric bike definitions and California laws
• Review of potential local e-bike ordinances or campaigns

The Traffic Commission approved the necessary findings to continue using teleconferencing and approved the October 12, 2022, meeting minutes. The commission held a discussion regarding e-bike safety and potential ordinance updates, but no formal action was taken on the matter.

• Approved findings for continued use of teleconferencing (6-0)
• Approved October 12, 2022 Special Meeting minutes (6-0)

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Commission

The Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Commission will meet to elect a new Vice Chair. The agenda also includes a bi-annual update on park and facility maintenance and a recap of the “Elevate” Women’s Conference.

• Election of a new Vice Chair
• Biannual park and facility maintenance update
• Review of Special Event Vendor Packet
• Recap of “Elevate” Women’s Conference
• Findings for continued teleconference use

The Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Commission appointed a new Vice Chair and approved the minutes from the October 5, 2022 meeting. The commission also voted to maintain the option to meet via teleconference per AB 361 requirements.

• Appointed William Bandak as Vice Chair
• Approved October 5, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved continued use of teleconferencing for meetings per AB 361

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Conditional Use Permit for a secondhand store at 10582 Los Alamitos Boulevard. This item involves the relocation of "Play It Again Sports" to this commercial site. The commission will also consider findings to allow continued teleconferencing.

• Public hearing for Conditional Use Permit 22-03 at 10582 Los Alamitos Boulevard
• Relocation of "Play It Again Sports" to a 3,000 square foot space
• Findings required by AB 361 for continued use of teleconferencing

The Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit for a 3,000 square foot secondhand shop. The commission also made the required findings to continue using teleconferencing for meetings under AB 361.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit 22-03 for a secondhand shop at 10582 Los Alamitos Blvd (4-0)
• Approved findings for continued use of teleconferencing per AB 361 (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will interview applicants to fill a vacancy in District 2. Following the interviews, the Council intends to appoint a candidate to serve until November 2024. The agenda also includes standard procedural items such as roll call and oral communications.

• Interview candidates Gary Loe, Trisha Murphy, and Daniel Patz for the District 2 vacancy
• Appoint a candidate to fill the Council vacancy via roll call vote
• Direct the City Clerk to issue the Oath of Office to the newly appointed candidate

The City Council interviewed three candidates and appointed Trisha Murphy to fill the vacant District 2 council seat, with a term ending November 2024. The vote was 3-1. The City Clerk administered the Oath of Office to Murphy.

• Appointed Trisha Murphy to fill the City Council vacancy in District 2 (3-1)
• Directed the City Clerk to issue the Oath of Office to Trisha Murphy

City Council

The City Council will discuss establishing a new fund for economic development projects using a $500,000 transfer from the American Rescue Plan Act fund. The agenda also includes ratifying recent city warrants and adopting updated building and fire codes.

• Ratification of warrants totaling $1,673,441.04 for the period of September 7 to October 3, 2022
• Purchase of a Ford F-150 Responder police vehicle for up to $54,469.11
• Discussion regarding the creation of an Economic Development Fund with an initial $500,000 transfer from ARPA funds
• Adoption of the 2022 California Building Standards Code and Fire Code
• Approval of the Community Development Block Grant application for Fiscal Year 2023/2024

The City Council voted unanimously to create a new Economic Development Fund (Fund 57) with an initial $500,000 transfer from the American Rescue Plan Act fund. The council also unanimously approved first reading of ordinances adopting the 2022 California Building Standards Code and Fire Code, with second reading set for November 14, 2022. All consent calendar items were approved, including ratification of $1,673,441.04 in warrants, acceptance of a street sign replacement project, and purchase of a police pursuit vehicle for $54,469.11. Council Member Jordan Nefulda was appointed as the alternate representative to the Orange County Sanitation District Board.

• Created Economic Development Fund (Fund 57) with $500,000 initial transfer from ARPA fund (unanimous)
• Set first reading of Ordinance 2022-05 adopting 2022 California Building Standards Code (unanimous)
• Set first reading of Ordinance 2022-06 adopting 2022 California Fire Code (unanimous)
• Ratified warrants totaling $1,673,441.04 for period Sept 7-Oct 3, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes, AB 361 teleconferencing findings, street sign project completion, CDBG application, surplus equipment disposal, and police vehicle purchase (unanimous)
• Accepted completion of Arterial Overhead Street Name Sign Replacement Project and authorized release of $1,557 retention (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Ford F-150 Responder police vehicle for $54,469.11 via Sourcewell contract (unanimous)
• Appointed Council Member Jordan Nefulda as alternate to Orange County Sanitation District Board (unanimous)

General

This special meeting of the Los Alamitos Traffic Commission consists of procedural items. The commission will review findings required for continued use of teleconferencing and approve minutes from the September 14, 2022, meeting.

• Findings required by AB 361 for the continued use of teleconferencing
• Approval of minutes for the September 14, 2022, regular meeting

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Commission

The Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Commission will discuss fall and winter recreation offerings and a preview of 2022 adult sports programs. The body will also consider nominees for the California Park & Recreation Society District 10 Volunteer Merit Award. Additionally, the Commission will make findings to continue teleconferencing options during the state of emergency.

• Preview of fall and winter recreation offerings
• Review of 2022 adult sports programs
• Selection of nominees for the CPRS District 10 Volunteer Merit Award
• Findings regarding continued use of teleconferencing under AB 361
• Approval of meeting minutes from April, May, June, and September 2022

The Commission approved the continued use of teleconferencing for meetings under AB 361 and selected Universal Waste System Inc. and Blair Pietrini as nominees for the CPRS District 10 Volunteer Merit Award. Minutes from six prior meetings were also approved. No substantive policy decisions were made beyond these procedural actions.

• Approved minutes from April 6, May 4, June 1, June 29, July 13, and September 7, 2022 meetings
• Approved continued use of teleconferencing for meetings under AB 361 (motion by K. Duran/Joseph)
• Selected Universal Waste System Inc. as organization nominee for CPRS District 10 Volunteer Merit Award (motion by A. Duran/Bandak)
• Selected Blair Pietrini as individual nominee for CPRS District 10 Volunteer Merit Award (motion by K. Duran/Murphy)
• Scheduled special videoconference meetings for December 1 and December 29, 2022 at noon

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a driveway variance at 4321 Howard Avenue and a conditional use permit for a secondhand store. The commission will also discuss the future use of Community Development Block Grant funds.

• Driveway variance request for 4321 Howard Avenue
• Conditional Use Permit for a secondhand store at 10582 Los Alamitos Boulevard
• Discussion regarding future use of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds

The Planning Commission denied a variance (VAR 22-01) that would have allowed a public-street-side driveway to remain after construction of a residential addition at 4321 Howard Avenue, where alley access is required. The vote was 4-0 with one abstention. The commission also failed to approve a conditional use permit for a secondhand store at 10582 Los Alamitos Boulevard (2-2, one abstention) and instead continued the item to October 26, 2022, for the business to come into compliance with codes.

• Denied Variance 22-01 for driveway at 4321 Howard Avenue (4-0, Zellmer abstain)
• Failed to approve Conditional Use Permit 22-03 for secondhand store at 10582 Los Alamitos Boulevard (2-2, Cuilty abstain)
• Continued CUP 22-03 to October 26, 2022, for code compliance (5-0)
• Approved AB 361 findings for continued teleconferencing (5-0)
• Approved minutes for July 12 and July 27, 2022 meetings (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss how to fill a vacancy following the death of Council Member Ron Bates. The council is considering whether to appoint a registered voter or hold a special election.

• Consideration of the City Council vacancy
• Option to appoint a registered voter from the City
• Option to hold a special election

General

The Planning Commission will meet via videoconference to consider findings required by AB 361. These findings would allow the commission to continue meeting via teleconference due to the COVID-19 state of emergency. No specific development projects or ordinances are listed on this agenda.

• Findings required by AB 361 for the continued use of teleconferencing

City Council

The City Council will consider several items including a contract for Briggeman Drive street improvements and the appointment of Craig Koehler as City Treasurer. The agenda also includes responses to Orange County Grand Jury reports regarding homelessness and vehicle registration fees.

• Contract award for Briggeman Drive Street Improvements ($133,930.00)
• Appointment of Craig Koehler as City Treasurer
• Extension of crossing guard services contract ($108,304.56)
• Approval of Sterns Park Improvement Project RFP
• Ratification of warrants totaling $1,755,321.60

Traffic Commission

The Traffic Commission will consider a recommendation to restrict overnight commercial vehicle parking on Humbolt Street, Calle Lee Avenue, and Corporate Center Drive. This follows requests from local business owners regarding vehicles parked on these streets. The commission will also approve previous meeting minutes and findings for continued teleconferencing.

• Proposed restriction of overnight commercial vehicle parking on Humbolt Street, Calle Lee Avenue, and Corporate Center Drive
• Approval of August 10, 2022, meeting minutes
• Findings for the continued use of teleconferencing

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Commission

The Commission will discuss creating an Art Program Policy for permits regarding murals and art displays on public and private property. The meeting also includes reports on summer programs, senior center updates, and the "Elevate" Women's Conference.

• Discussion of Los Alamitos Art Program Policy for murals and exhibits
• Recap of 2022 summer programs, classes, and events
• Update on National Senior Center Month and Senior Club programming
• Preview of the "Elevate" Women's Conference
• Required findings for continued use of teleconferencing (AB 361)

The Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Commission approved minutes from a prior meeting and received staff reports on the upcoming park tour schedule and final summer concerts. No substantive decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved minutes from the June 1, 2022 regular meeting (motion by K. Duran, second by Joseph)

City Council

The City Council will decide whether to appoint Shelley Hasselbrink to the District 4 City Council seat or proceed with an uncontested election on November 8, 2022. The council will also make findings required by AB 361 to continue holding meetings via teleconference.

• Appointment of Shelley Hasselbrink to the District 4 City Council seat
• Findings for continued use of teleconferencing under AB 361
• Resolution No. 2022-27 regarding the District 4 appointment

Planning Commission

The commission will review a permit for a secondhand store at 10582 Los Alamitos Boulevard. It will also consider an application for a 2,932 square foot office building expansion on Sausalito Street. Additionally, the commission will vote on findings to allow continued teleconferencing for meetings.

• Conditional Use Permit for a secondhand store at 10582 Los Alamitos Boulevard
• 2,932 square foot office building expansion at 3651 Sausalito Street
• Findings for continued use of teleconferencing under AB 361

The commission voted 7-0 to continue the public hearing for a secondhand store CUP to September 28, 2022, with a resolution of denial prepared. It also approved a site development permit for a 2,932 sq. ft. office building addition at 3161 Sausalito Street. Consent calendar findings for continued teleconferencing under AB 361 were approved.

• Approved AB 361 findings for continued teleconferencing (7-0)
• Continued CUP 22-03 for secondhand store at 10582 Los Alamitos Blvd to September 28, 2022, with resolution of denial prepared (7-0)
• Approved SDP 22-01 for 2,932 sq. ft. office addition at 3161 Sausalito Street (7-0)

City Council

The Council will hold a public hearing regarding the update of the City's Housing Element for 2021-2029. Members will also discuss Phase II of the Economic Development Plan and the potential use of American Rescue Plan Act funds. Additionally, the Council is scheduled to review various service contract amendments and city warrants.

• Public hearing for the City’s Housing Element update (2021-2029)
• Adoption of Ordinance No. 2022-04 regarding police military equipment use policy
• Rejection of bids for the Sterns Park Improvement Project
• Contract amendment with North Star Land Care for $2,426.00/month maintenance
• Ratification of warrants totaling $1,832,256.43

The City Council adopted Ordinance No. 2022-04, the AB 481 Military Equipment Use Policy, and Resolution No. 2022-20 approving the 2021-2029 Housing Element update with a Negative Declaration. They also ratified warrants totaling $1,832,256.43, approved consent calendar items including contract amendments, rejected bids for the Sterns Park Improvement Project, and authorized use of ARPA funds for economic development programs.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2022-04 (AB 481 Military Equipment Use Policy) (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-20 approving Housing Element update 2021-2029 (unanimous)
• Ratified warrants for $1,832,256.43 (unanimous)
• Approved AB 361 teleconferencing findings (unanimous)
• Authorized Amendment No. 1 with North Star Land Care at $2,426/month (unanimous)
• Authorized Amendment No. 1 with Joncowest LLC at $880/month (unanimous)
• Rejected all bids for RFP 2022-02 Sterns Park Improvement Project (unanimous)
• Authorized use of ARPA funds for economic development programs (unanimous)

Traffic Commission

The Los Alamitos Traffic Commission will meet via videoconference to conduct administrative business. The agenda includes approving meeting minutes from June and July 2022 and making findings required by AB 361 for continued teleconferencing. No specific new projects or ordinances are listed on this agenda.

• Approval of meeting minutes for June 8, 2022, and July 13, 2022
• Findings required by AB 361 for the continued use of teleconferencing

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Commission

The Commission will review findings required by AB 361 to continue holding meetings via teleconference. Staff will also present a schedule for upcoming tours of Los Alamitos parks and facilities.

• Findings regarding continued use of teleconferencing under AB 361
• 2022 Park/Facility Tour schedule

The Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Commission approved a motion to continue meeting via teleconference during the pandemic, as required by AB 361. The commission also toured several parks and received updates on upcoming events. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved continued teleconference option under AB 361 (motion carried)
• Deferred approval of minutes for April 6, May 4, June 1, and June 29, 2022 meetings due to lack of quorum

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a recommendation to the City Council regarding the 2021-2029 Housing Element update. The commission will also hold public hearings for modular classrooms at St. Hedwig Catholic Church and a secondhand store permit.

• Installation of two 960 square foot modular classrooms at 3591 Orangewood Avenue
• Permit for a 3,000 square foot secondhand store at 10582 Los Alamitos Blvd
• Recommendation for the 2021-2029 Housing Element update
• Findings to continue teleconferencing for meetings due to COVID-19

The Planning Commission approved a site development permit for two modular classrooms at St. Hedwig, adopted a resolution recommending the City Council approve a housing element update, and continued a conditional use permit for Play it Again Sports to the next meeting. All votes were 5-0 with two commissioners absent.

• Approved Site Development Permit 21-03 for two modular classrooms at 3591 Orangewood Ave (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-07 recommending City Council adopt a Negative Declaration and approve Housing Element update (5-0)
• Continued Conditional Use Permit 22-03 for Play it Again Sports to August 24, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved AB 361 findings for continued teleconferencing (5-0)

City Council

The Los Alamitos City Council will consider several infrastructure projects, including street rehabilitation in the Dutch Haven neighborhood and improvements to Briggeman Drive. The agenda also includes a public hearing on a new police department military equipment use policy. Additionally, the council will review administrative resolutions and personnel changes.

• $262,000 contract award to Hardy & Harper, Inc. for Dutch Haven street rehabilitation
• Plans and bidding for Briggeman Drive Street Improvement Project
• First reading of Ordinance No. 2022-04 regarding military equipment use policy
• Event Management Services Agreement with Special Olympics Southern California
• Ratification of warrants totaling $1,781,893.32

The City Council unanimously introduced Ordinance No. 2022-04, adopting the police department's military equipment use policy as required by AB 481, and set it for final adoption. The Council also approved several consent calendar items, including awarding a $262,000 contract for the Dutch Haven street rehabilitation project and authorizing advertisement of bids for the Briggeman Drive street improvements. All votes were unanimous.

• Introduced Ordinance No. 2022-04 (AB 481 military equipment use policy) for first reading (5-0)
• Awarded Dutch Haven street rehabilitation contract to Hardy & Harper, Inc. for $262,000 (5-0)
• Approved plans and authorized bidding for Briggeman Drive street improvements (5-0)
• Ratified warrants totaling $1,781,893.32 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-26 amending Conflict of Interest Code (5-0)
• Adopted Resolutions No. 2022-25 and 2022-24 for new job descriptions and salary schedule (5-0)
• Approved Event Management Services Agreement with Special Olympics Southern California (5-0)
• Appointed Mayor Hasselbrink as voting delegate and Mayor Pro Tem Doby as alternate for League of California Cities conference (5-0)

Budget Standing Committee

The Budget Standing Committee is considering findings required by Assembly Bill 361. These findings allow the committee to continue holding meetings via teleconference during the COVID-19 state of emergency. This action must be updated at least every 30 days.

• Findings for continued use of teleconferencing under AB 361

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Commission

The Commission will review the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget for the Recreation and Community Services Department. The agenda also includes an update on the 2022 Senior Needs Assessment and a preview of the Week of Los Al event.

• FY 22-23 Recreation and Community Services Department budget report
• 2022 Senior Needs Assessment findings and recommendations
• Preview of the Week of Los Al event
• Findings for continued use of teleconferencing under AB 361

The Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Commission voted to continue allowing teleconference meetings during the pandemic, as required by AB 361. The commission deferred approval of minutes from several prior meetings due to a lack of quorum. Staff reports on the FY 2022-23 budget, senior needs assessment, and Week of Los Al were presented but no formal action was taken on them.

• Approved continued teleconference meeting option under AB 361 (motion by A. Duran, second by Bandak)
• Deferred approval of minutes from Feb 2, Apr 6, May 4, Jun 1, and Jun 29, 2022 meetings due to lack of quorum

Traffic Commission

The Traffic Commission is reviewing the installation of 'No Overnight Parking' signage on Portal Drive and Noel Street following concerns about large vehicles parked for extended periods. The Commission will also consider findings required to continue using teleconferencing for meetings.

• Proposed 'No Overnight Parking' signage on Portal Drive and Noel Street
• Findings for continued use of teleconferencing under AB 361

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a recommendation to the City Council. The commission will consider approving a draft update of the City's Housing Element and adopting a Negative Declaration under CEQA.

• Public hearing for City Housing Element 2021-2029 update (GPA 21-01)
• Recommendation for adoption of a Negative Declaration under CEQA
• Approval of minutes from May 25 and June 22, 2022 meetings
• Findings to continue using teleconferencing via AB 361

The Planning Commission held a special meeting and approved the consent calendar, including minutes and AB 361 teleconferencing findings. The public hearing on the draft Housing Element update (GPA 21-01) was continued to the regular meeting on July 27, 2022, with no decision made on the item.

• Approved consent calendar: minutes for May 25 and June 22, 2022 special meetings (4-0, Grose abstained)
• Approved AB 361 findings for continued teleconferencing (4-0, Grose abstained)
• Continued Housing Element update public hearing to July 27, 2022 (5-0)

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Commission

The regularly scheduled July 6, 2022, meeting of the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Commission is cancelled due to the holiday week. A special meeting will be held on July 13, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. at the Community Center.

• Cancellation of the July 6, 2022, regular meeting
• Special Meeting scheduled for July 13, 2022, at 10911 Oak St.

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Commission

The Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Commission is considering findings required by Assembly Bill 361. These findings allow members to participate in meetings via teleconference during the COVID-19 state of emergency. This process must be repeated every 30 days to maintain remote meeting options.

• Findings for continued use of teleconferencing under AB 361

The Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Commission held a special meeting via videoconference and unanimously approved the option to continue meeting by teleconference during the pandemic, as required by AB 361. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned at 7:04 p.m.

• Approved continued teleconference meetings under AB 361 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the City of Los Alamitos Planning Commission scheduled for Wednesday, June 22, 2022, has been cancelled.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will vote to reaffirm findings required by Assembly Bill 361. This action allows commission members to participate in meetings via teleconference during the COVID-19 state of emergency. No other specific development projects or contracts are listed on this agenda.

• Reaffirming findings for continued use of teleconferencing under AB 361

The Planning Commission held a special teleconference meeting and approved the consent calendar item, which included making findings required by AB 361 to continue using teleconferencing for meetings during the COVID-19 pandemic. The vote was 5-0, with Chair DeBolt and Commissioner Zellmer absent. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included announcements about a future special meeting and a Fourth of July event.

• Approved AB 361 findings for continued teleconferencing (5-0)

Budget Standing Committee

The Budget Standing Committee is reviewing findings required by Assembly Bill 361. These findings allow committee members to participate in meetings via teleconference during the COVID-19 state of emergency. This action must be repeated every 30 days to maintain this option.

• Findings for continued use of teleconferencing under AB 361

Traffic Commission

The Traffic Commission will discuss and recommend a list of streets for maintenance as part of the Street Improvement Project - Phase II. The meeting also includes approving minutes from May 2022 and reviewing the commission's status log.

• Street Improvement Project - Phase II maintenance recommendations
• Approval of May 3, 2022, and May 11, 2022, meeting minutes
• AB 361 findings for continued use of teleconferencing

Budget Standing Committee

The Budget Standing Committee is reviewing findings required by Assembly Bill 361 to permit teleconferencing. These findings must be reaffirmed every 30 days to allow members to participate remotely during the state of emergency.

• Findings for continued use of teleconferencing under AB 361

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Commission

The Commission will review information regarding the 35th annual 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular. Members will also consider findings required to continue using teleconferencing for meetings under AB 361. Additionally, staff will provide updates on Parks Make Life Better Month in July.

• 35th annual Universal Waste Systems (UWS) 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular information
• AB 361 findings for continued use of teleconferencing
• Parks Make Life Better Month updates
• Approval of minutes from February, April, and May 2022 meetings

The Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Commission approved holding a special meeting on June 29, 2022, to maintain the ability to meet via teleconference under AB 361. The commission deferred approval of minutes from four prior meetings due to a lack of quorum. Staff also reported on upcoming events including the July 4th fireworks show and summer concert series.

• Approved special meeting on June 29, 2022 for AB 361 teleconference findings (motion carried)
• Deferred approval of minutes from Feb 2, Apr 6, May 4, and Jun 1, 2022 meetings

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Commission

The Commission will consider findings required by AB 361 to continue meeting via teleconference. Staff will also provide updates regarding the 2022 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular and Parks Make Life Better Month. The agenda includes approval of minutes from February, April, and May 2022.

• Vote on AB 361 findings for continued use of teleconferencing
• Information regarding the 2022 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular at Joint Forces Training Base
• Update on Parks Make Life Better Month in July
• Approval of minutes from February, April, and May 2022 meetings

The Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Commission approved holding a special meeting on June 29, 2022, to satisfy AB 361 requirements for continued teleconferencing during the pandemic. Minutes from several prior meetings were deferred due to lack of quorum. Staff also reported on upcoming events including the July 4th fireworks show and summer concert series.

• Approved special meeting June 29, 2022 for AB 361 teleconference findings (motion carried)
• Deferred approval of minutes from Feb 2, Apr 6, May 4, and Jun 1, 2022 meetings

Planning Commission

The City of Los Alamitos Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, May 25, 2022, has been cancelled. No items were presented for discussion or decision.

Planning Commission

This special meeting is primarily procedural. The commission will approve minutes from March and April 2022 and vote on findings to continue using teleconferencing during the COVID-19 state of emergency.

• Approval of meeting minutes for March 23, April 20, and April 27, 2022
• Findings for continued use of teleconferencing under AB 361

The Planning Commission held a special meeting via teleconference and approved the consent calendar, which included minutes from prior meetings and findings required by AB 361 to continue teleconferencing during the COVID-19 pandemic. No public comments were received, and no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent calendar including minutes from March 23, April 20, and April 27 meetings (6-0)
• Approved AB 361 findings for continued teleconferencing (6-0)

City Council

The Council will discuss the preliminary budgets for the next two fiscal years. The agenda also includes resolutions for the November 8, 2022, municipal election and various infrastructure contracts.

• Awarding $71,639.70 contract to Superior Pavement Markings for citywide striping
• SB1 funding of approximately $263,005 for New Dutch Haven street rehabilitation
• Resolutions regarding the November 8, 2022, General Municipal Election
• Tree maintenance contract amendment with West Coast Arborist, Inc. up to $67,000 annually
• Ratification of warrants totaling $1,357,910.93 for April 5 to May 2, 2022

The City Council unanimously ratified warrants totaling $1,357,910.93 and approved the consent calendar, which included awarding a $71,639.70 striping contract, adopting resolutions for the November 2022 election, approving SB1 road funds for New Dutch Haven, and extending a tree maintenance agreement. The council also reviewed the preliminary FY 2022-23 and 2023-24 budget and provided staff direction. No substantive decisions were made in closed session.

• Ratified warrants for April 5-May 2, 2022 in amount of $1,357,910.93 (5-0)
• Awarded Citywide Striping and Pavement Markings contract to Superior Pavement Markings for $71,639.70 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-19 adding New Dutch Haven street rehab to SB1-funded project list (5-0)
• Authorized Seal Beach traffic signal synchronization cooperative agreement (5-0)
• Authorized Amendment No. 2 with West Coast Arborist for tree maintenance, not to exceed $67,000 annually (5-0)
• Authorized renewal of Alert OC mass notification MOU with County of Orange (5-0)
• Adopted resolutions for November 8, 2022 general municipal election and consolidation with County (5-0)
• Reviewed preliminary FY 2022-23 and 2023-24 budget and provided staff direction

Traffic Commission

The Traffic Commission will review a report regarding citywide striping and pavement marking in the Old Town West, Old Dutch Haven, Briggeman Street, and Cerritos Avenue areas. The commission will also consider findings required by AB 361 to continue holding meetings via teleconference.

• Citywide Striping and Pavement Marking (CIP 21/22-02) with a $100,000 total budget ($75,000 from Gas Tax; $25,000 from General Fund)
• Findings for the continued use of teleconferencing under AB 361
• Approval of March 9, 2022 and April 6, 2022 meeting minutes

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Commission

The commission will install Janet Gallagher as a new Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Commissioner. The meeting includes a preview of 2022 summer programs, classes, and camps. Members will also discuss a bi-annual update on facility and park maintenance.

• Installation of new Commissioner Janet Gallagher
• Preview of 2022 summer programs, classes, and camps
• Bi-annual update on facility and park maintenance
• Review of social media and marketing materials
• Findings for continued use of teleconferencing under AB 361

The Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Commission approved the continued use of teleconferencing for meetings under AB 361, installed Janet Gallagher as a new commissioner, and deferred July's meeting by one week. The commission also approved minutes for the March 30, 2022 meeting but deferred approval for February and April minutes due to lack of quorum.

• Approved continued teleconference option under AB 361 (unanimous)
• Installed Janet Gallagher as commissioner
• Approved minutes of March 30, 2022 meeting
• Deferred approval of February 2 and April 6, 2022 minutes
• Deferred July meeting to following week

Traffic Commission

The Los Alamitos Traffic Commission is considering findings required by AB 361 to continue holding meetings via teleconference. The Commission will also review the status of various traffic projects in its tracking log.

• Findings for continued use of teleconferencing under AB 361
• Review of the Traffic Commission Status Log

Budget Standing Committee

The Budget Standing Committee will review and discuss the preliminary budget for Fiscal Year 2022-23 and Fiscal Year 2023-24, including revenue projections and proposed expenditures. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a staff report on the budget. The meeting is held via videoconference due to COVID-19, with public comments submitted by email or phone.

• Preliminary budget review for FY 2022-23 and FY 2023-24
• Projected General Fund revenues: $21.3 million (FY22-23) and $22.7 million (FY23-24)
• Projected General Fund expenditures: $20.4 million (FY22-23) and $19.3 million (FY23-24)
• Approval of minutes from March 9 and April 6, 2022 special meetings

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss residential density requirements across various city zones. The meeting also includes public hearings for a housing element update and two business permit applications.

• Recommendation for the 2021-2029 Housing Element update (GPA 21-01)
• Expansion of an escape room at 4298 Katella Avenue to include a second unit
• New 1,305 square foot massage establishment at 11110 Los Alamitos Boulevard #106
• Discussion regarding residential density requirements in city zones

The Planning Commission voted 4-0 to recommend the City Council adopt a Negative Declaration and approve General Plan Amendment 21-01, updating the Housing Element for 2021-2029. It also approved two conditional use permits: an expansion of Cinema Escape Room at 4298 Katella Avenue and a new massage establishment at 11110 Los Alamitos Blvd #106. The commission approved the February 23, 2022 minutes and made findings to continue teleconferencing under AB 361.

• Approved minutes of February 23, 2022 (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-04 recommending Housing Element update GPA 21-01 (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-05 approving CUP 18-09M for Cinema Escape Room expansion (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-06 approving CUP 22-02 for massage establishment (4-0)
• Made AB 361 findings to continue teleconferencing (4-0)

Planning Commission

The meeting agenda consists primarily of procedural items with no public hearings or discussions scheduled. The commission will review findings required by AB 361 regarding the continued use of videoconferencing due to the COVID-19 state of emergency.

• Findings for continued use of teleconferencing under AB 361

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a proposed 7.4% increase to the Master Fee Schedule based on inflation. The council will also hold a public hearing regarding an ordinance to allow keeping female chickens in residential zones. Other items include contract renewals for waste consulting and storm water protection.

• Proposed 7.4% increase to the Master Fee Schedule
• Ordinance permitting the keeping of female chickens in residential zones
• $92,529.68 contract award for catch basin storm water screens
• $44,500 amendment for solid waste consulting services
• Ratification of warrants totaling $1,221,182.17

Traffic Commission

The Los Alamitos Traffic Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, April 13, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for Wednesday, May 11, 2022.

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a strategic plan for the Town Center Mixed Use (TCMU) zone to support economic development and housing needs. The agenda also includes adopting new election district maps and a resolution opposing a state ballot measure.

• Adoption of Ordinance No. 2022-01 for by-district election maps
• Public hearing on Town Center Mixed Use (TCMU) Zone Strategic Plan
• Resolution opposing the Taxpayer Protection and Government Accountability Act
• Findings to continue teleconferencing via AB 361

Budget Standing Committee

The Budget Standing Committee will consider findings required by Assembly Bill 361 to continue conducting meetings via teleconference. These findings address the ongoing state of emergency and social distancing recommendations. This action must be taken every 30 days to maintain remote meeting options.

• Findings for continued use of teleconferencing under AB 361

The Budget Standing Committee held a special meeting via video conference and unanimously approved the findings required by AB 361, allowing continued teleconferencing during the pandemic. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned shortly after convening.

• Approved AB 361 findings for continued teleconferencing (unanimous)

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Commission

The Commission will review proposed renovations for Labourdette Park and receive updates on preschool age programs. The meeting also includes reports on the Los Alamitos Volunteer Program and required findings to continue teleconferencing.

• Proposed renovations of Labourdette Park
• Preview of Preschool Age Programs
• Upcoming Los Alamitos Volunteer Program (LAVP) and Youth in Government programming
• Findings required by AB 361 for continued use of teleconferencing

The Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Commission approved the continued use of teleconferencing for meetings during the pandemic, as required by AB 361. They also approved the minutes from the March 2, 2022 meeting. Several staff reports were presented, including the Labourdette Park renovation proposal, but no formal action was taken on those items.

• Approved continued teleconferencing option under AB 361 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of March 2, 2022 regular meeting (unanimous)

Traffic Commission

The Traffic Commission is meeting to reaffirm findings required by AB 361 to permit teleconferencing during the COVID-19 state of emergency. The Commission will also review the current Traffic Commission Status Log. No other new business items are listed on this special meeting agenda.

• Findings for continued use of teleconferencing under AB 361
• Review of the Traffic Commission Status Log

The Los Alamitos Traffic Commission held a special teleconference meeting and approved the AB 361 findings required to continue remote meetings during the COVID-19 state of emergency. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and adjourned after about nine minutes.

• Approved AB 361 findings for continued teleconferencing (5-0, Salai absent)
• Adjourned meeting until April 13, 2022 (6-0)

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Commission

The Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Commission will consider findings required by AB 361 to continue holding meetings via teleconference. These findings must confirm the existence of a state of emergency and social distancing recommendations. This process is required every 30 days to maintain remote meeting options.

• Findings for continued use of teleconferencing under AB 361

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a permit for a 3,000-square-foot martial arts facility at 10958 Los Alamitos Blvd. The meeting also includes a hearing on allowing female chickens in residential zones and a discussion regarding the draft Housing Element.

• Conditional Use Permit for a large health/fitness facility at 10958 Los Alamitos Blvd
• Zoning ordinance amendment to permit keeping female chickens in residential zones
• Public discussion of the draft Housing Element

The commission approved a conditional use permit for a large health/fitness facility at 10958 Los Alamitos Blvd. (7-0) and recommended the City Council adopt an ordinance allowing female chickens in residential zones (5-2). It also voted to agendize a review of R4 density standards related to the housing element and made AB 361 teleconferencing findings.

• Approved CUP 22-01 for health/fitness facility at 10958 Los Alamitos Blvd. (7-0)
• Recommended City Council adopt ordinance permitting hens in residential zones (5-2)
• Agendized review of R4 density minimums for housing element discussion (7-0)
• Made AB 361 findings to continue teleconferenced meetings (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to receive input on revised district boundary maps and select a preferred map. The Council will also review the mid-year General Fund budget and financial update for fiscal year 2021-22.

• Public hearing on revised City Council district boundary maps
• Mid-year General Fund budget review and financial update
• Ratification of warrants totaling $1,017,174.71
• Budget amendment of $32,260 for a Management Analyst position
• Notice of completion for the Cerritos Avenue Guardrail Repair Project

The City Council unanimously selected NDC Map 5 as the preferred district boundary map for the city's by-district elections, introduced Ordinance No. 2022-01 for adoption, and set it for a future vote. The council also ratified warrants totaling $1,017,174.71 and approved consent calendar items, including accepting the Cerritos Avenue Guardrail Repair Project as complete. A proposed resolution to add a Management Analyst position was pulled from consideration by the City Manager.

• Selected NDC Map 5 as preferred district boundary map (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 2022-01 for district map adoption (unanimous)
• Ratified warrants for Feb 8–Mar 7, 2022, totaling $1,017,174.71 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Feb 28 and Mar 7, 2022 (unanimous)
• Made AB 361 findings for continued teleconferencing (majority vote)
• Accepted Cerritos Avenue Guardrail Repair Project as complete (unanimous)
• Authorized release of 5% retention ($2,213) to contractor (unanimous)
• Pulled item on Management Analyst salary resolution from consideration

Budget Standing Committee

The Budget Standing Committee is reviewing the mid-year General Fund budget and financial updates for Fiscal Year 2021-22. The report provides revenue projections through June 30, 2022, including updated information on property and sales taxes. The committee will provide direction and comments based on these figures.

• Approval of minutes from the January 25, 2022, and February 18, 2022, special meetings
• Mid-year General Fund revenue projection of $19,509,962, representing a $1,116,097 variance from the adopted budget
• Projected property tax revenue of $4,695,498
• Projected Measure Y local sales tax revenue of $5,601,000

The Budget Standing Committee held a special meeting to review the Mid-Year General Fund budget for Fiscal Year 2021-22 and a projection for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2022. The committee unanimously approved the minutes from two prior special meetings. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of January 25, 2022 and February 18, 2022 special meetings (unanimous)
• Reviewed Mid-Year General Fund budget and financial projection for FY 2021-22 (no action taken)

Traffic Commission

The Los Alamitos Traffic Commission will review the Street Improvement on Various Streets Project for fiscal year 2021-2022. Members will also vote on required findings to continue using teleconferencing for meetings during the state of emergency. The agenda includes reviewing the commission's status log and approving minutes from the February meeting.

• Los Alamitos Street Improvement on Various Streets Project (CIP No. 21/22-03)
• AB 361 teleconferencing findings
• Approval of February 9, 2022, meeting minutes
• Traffic Commission Status Log review

The Traffic Commission approved the minutes of the February 9, 2022 meeting with amendments and approved the AB 361 findings to continue teleconferencing due to the COVID-19 state of emergency. They also discussed the Los Alamitos Street Improvement Project, the status log, and various traffic safety concerns, but took no other formal votes.

• Approved minutes of February 9, 2022 with amendments (6-0)
• Approved AB 361 findings for continued teleconferencing (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to receive input on draft revised council district boundaries and select a preferred map. This redistricting process follows the 2020 census to ensure compliance with voting rights laws. The Council also intends to introduce Ordinance No. 2022-01 for adoption.

• Public Hearing #4 for revised City Council district boundaries
• Selection of a preferred District Boundary Map
• Introduction of Ordinance No. 2022-01 regarding district maps
• Closed session conference with labor negotiator
• City Manager performance evaluation

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Commission

The commission will receive previews of the Summer Concert Series and the 2022 Spring Carnival. Members will also review a report regarding upcoming renovations for the Laurel Park Tennis Courts. The meeting includes required findings to allow continued use of teleconferencing.

• Summer Concert Series preview
• 2022 Spring Carnival preview
• Laurel Park Tennis Court renovation report
• Findings for continued teleconferencing under AB 361

The Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Commission unanimously approved continuing to meet via teleconference during the pandemic, as required by AB 361, and scheduled a special videoconference meeting for March 30, 2022. The commission deferred approval of February meeting minutes due to lack of quorum. Staff provided previews of the Summer Concert Series, Spring Carnival, and Laurel Park Tennis Court renovation, but no formal action was taken on these items.

• Approved teleconference meeting option under AB 361 (unanimous)
• Scheduled special videoconference meeting for March 30, 2022
• Deferred approval of February 2, 2022 minutes due to lack of quorum

City Council

The Los Alamitos City Council is reviewing applicants for the Planning Commission. The Council will also consider making appointments to other city commissions and directing recruitment for remaining vacancies on the Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Arts and Traffic Commissions.

• Interviews for Planning Commission applicants including Mary Anne Cuilty, Wendy Grose, Gary Loe, John Riley, and Davis Zellmer
• Review of Art DeBolt’s written interview submittal for the Planning Commission
• Recruitment for a vacancy on the Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Arts Commission
• Recruitment for a vacancy on the Traffic Commission

City Council

The City Council is holding a public hearing to receive input on draft revised district boundaries. The agenda also includes several infrastructure contracts for street improvements and janitorial services. Additionally, the council will consider budget amendments for a Finance Manager position.

• Public hearing for draft revised City Council district boundaries
• $1,378,015 contract with RJ Noble Company for street improvements
• $205,000 construction contract for Howard Ave and Bloomfield Street improvements
• Janitorial services agreement with Joncowest LLC at $5,262 per month
• Ratification of warrants totaling $1,264,244.93

The City Council approved several contracts and resolutions, including a $1.38 million street improvement project on various streets and a $205,000 CDBG project for Howard Ave and Bloomfield Street. It also adopted resolutions to add a Finance Manager position and support PFAS legislation, and discussed redistricting maps and the Urban Forest Program. All votes were unanimous.

• Awarded $1,378,015 contract to RJ Noble Company for street improvements (unanimous)
• Awarded $205,000 contract to Hardy and Harper, Inc. for Howard Ave/Bloomfield improvements (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-06 and 2022-07 to create Finance Manager position with $86,624 budget amendment (unanimous)
• Approved $5,262/month janitorial services agreement with Joncowest, LLC (unanimous)
• Ratified warrants totaling $1,264,244.93 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-05 to apply for CalRecycle SB 1383 grant (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-08 supporting PFAS legislation (unanimous)
• Appointed Bates as SCAG voting delegate and Doby as alternate (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing a draft strategic plan for the Town Center Mixed Use (TCMU) zone. Funded by an SB2 grant, the plan aims to revitalize the area near Katella and Los Alamitos Boulevards through mixed-use development. It includes proposals for streetscape improvements on Pine Street and new housing options.

• Adoption of the Town Center Mixed Use (TCMU) Zone Strategic Plan draft
• Approval of Environmental Impact Report (EIR) Addendum
• Proposed streetscape improvements for Pine Street
• Development standards including a 60-foot height limit

The Planning Commission voted 6-0 to recommend the Town Center Mixed Use (TCMU) Zone Strategic Plan to the City Council, including its EIR addendum. They also approved a zoning ordinance amendment (ZOA 21-01) to permit keeping live fowl (chickens) with specific requirements, such as a maximum of four chickens and a coop 20 feet from dwellings. The commission also made findings to continue teleconferencing meetings due to COVID-19.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-09 recommending the TCMU Zone Strategic Plan to City Council (6-0)
• Approved ZOA 21-01 to permit live fowl with limits (max 4 chickens, coop 20 ft from dwelling) (6-0)
• Made AB 361 findings to continue teleconferencing for meetings (6-0)
• Approved minutes of January 26, 2022 meeting (5-0, 1 abstention)

Budget Standing Committee

The Budget Standing Committee is considering required findings under Assembly Bill 361 to allow for continued use of teleconferencing. These findings must be reaffirmed every 30 days during the state of emergency to maintain remote meeting options.

• Findings for continued use of teleconferencing per AB 361

The Budget Standing Committee held a special meeting via video conference and unanimously approved the findings required by AB 361, allowing continued use of teleconferencing during the pandemic. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Approved AB 361 findings for continued teleconferencing use during the pandemic (motion by Chirco, second by Hasselbrink, unanimous)

Traffic Commission

The February 9, 2022, meeting of the Los Alamitos Traffic Commission is primarily procedural. The Commission will consider approving previous meeting minutes and making findings to continue remote meetings via videoconference.

• Approval of November 10, 2021, and January 12, 2022, meeting minutes
• Findings for continued use of teleconferencing under AB 361
• Review of the Traffic Commission Status Log

City Council

The City Council is conducting a public hearing to receive community input on redrawing election district boundaries using 2020 census data. The agenda also includes findings for the continued use of teleconferencing and an agreement with the Police Officers’ Association. Additionally, the council will consider budget amendments for a new recreation supervisor.

• Public hearing on redrawing election district boundaries
• Findings for continued use of teleconference meetings
• Memorandum of Understanding with Los Alamitos Police Officers’ Association
• $19,367 budget amendment for Recreation & Community Services
• $19,367 budget amendment for Development Services

The City Council held a public hearing on redistricting but no public comments were made. They approved the consent calendar, including a three-year police union contract and a budget amendment for a new Recreation Supervisor position.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-04 approving three-year MOU with Police Officers' Association (unanimous)
• Approved $19,367 budget amendment to Recreation & Community Services Department (unanimous)
• Approved $19,367 budget amendment to Development Services Department (unanimous)
• Conducted public hearing on redistricting; received staff report (no public comment)

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Commission

The Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Commission will meet to review findings required by AB 361 to continue meeting via teleconference. The agenda also includes updates on the Senior Needs Assessment and the My City My Los Al Partnership Program.

• AB 361 teleconferencing findings
• 2022 My City My Los Al Partnership Program update
• Senior Needs Assessment implementation update
• 2021 Department accomplishments summary

The Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Commission approved the continued use of teleconferencing for meetings during the pandemic, as required by AB 361. The commission also approved the minutes from the January 12, 2022 meeting. Staff provided updates on the Partnership Program, Senior Needs Assessment, and 2021 accomplishments, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved teleconference option under AB 361 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of January 12, 2022 meeting (motion by Joseph, second by Beck; Bandak abstained)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for an indoor commercial recreation facility. The commission will also conduct its annual reorganization to elect a new Chair and Vice Chair. Additionally, the body will review minutes from the December 8, 2021, special meeting.

• Conditional Use Permit 21-04 for indoor commercial recreation at 10761 Los Alamitos Blvd
• Annual election of Planning Commission Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of December 8, 2021, special meeting minutes

The Planning Commission approved Conditional Use Permit (CUP) 21-04, allowing a commercial recreation (indoor) use at a 2,200 square foot unit at 10761 Los Alamitos Blvd., for the Los Alamitos Youth Center. The vote was 6-0, with Commissioner Andrade absent. The commission also reorganized, appointing DeBolt as Chair and Loe as Vice Chair, and approved the December 8, 2021 special meeting minutes (4-0, with two abstentions).

• Approved CUP 21-04 for commercial recreation at 10761 Los Alamitos Blvd. (6-0)
• Appointed DeBolt as Chair (unanimous)
• Appointed Loe as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Dec. 8, 2021 special meeting (4-0, 2 abstentions)

Budget Standing Committee

The Budget Standing Committee is reviewing the city's financial status for Fiscal Year 2020-21 and projections for Fiscal Year 2021-22. The committee will also discuss funding policies for the PERS Unfunded Actuarial Liability and a proposed Finance Department reorganization.

• Financial update showing FY 2020-21 revenues exceeded expenditures by $3.3 million
• Projected FY 2021-22 General Fund revenue surplus of $840,000
• Discussion on the $1.7 million PERS Unfunded Actuarial Liability payment
• Review of proposed personnel changes for the Finance Department
• Preview of the Govinvest Pension Liability Model

The Budget Standing Committee approved forwarding recommended Finance Department personnel changes to the City Council for approval. The committee also reviewed the FY 2020-21 financial update, discussed the PERS unfunded actuarial liability and Section 115 Trust, and previewed the Govinvest pension liability model. Staff was asked to study additional funding scenarios for early pension paydown, including a 15-year option.

• Approved forwarding Finance Department reorganization to Council (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Aug 23, 2021 special meeting (unanimous)
• Requested staff study 15-year early paydown and 115 Trust funding scenarios

City Council

The City Council will review an employment agreement for Michael Claborn as Police Chief. The council is also scheduled to consider a memorandum of understanding with the police officers' association and a community development grant application. Additionally, the council will ratify recent city warrants totaling $842,443.09.

• Employment agreement for Police Chief Michael Claborn
• Purchase of a mobile performance stage from Astra Stage, LLC for $51,395
• Memorandum of Understanding with Los Alamitos Police Officers’ Association
• CDBG project application to the County of Orange
• Ratification of warrants totaling $842,443.09

The City Council approved several consent calendar items, including a mobile performance stage purchase, a CDBG grant application, and a records management program. They also authorized a new employment agreement for Police Chief Michael Claborn. The police officers' association MOU was postponed to February 7, 2022.

• Ratified warrants totaling $842,443.09 (5-0)
• Adopted Legislative Action Plan Resolution 2022-02 (5-0)
• Adopted Records Management Program Resolution 2022-01 (5-0)
• Approved CDBG application and authorized City Manager to execute documents (5-0)
• Authorized purchase of mobile performance stage from Astra Stage, LLC for $51,395 (5-0)
• Postponed police officers' association MOU to February 7, 2022
• Authorized employment agreement for Police Chief Michael Claborn (5-0)

City Council

The City Council is holding a public hearing to gather community input regarding the redrawing of election district boundaries. This process uses 2020 census data to ensure districts have nearly equal populations and reflect communities of interest. The redistricting must be completed by April 17, 2022.

• Public hearing for community input on election district boundaries
• Staff report on the redistricting process and permissible criteria

The City Council held a public hearing to receive input on redrawing election district boundaries, as required after the 2020 Census. No public speakers were present. The council received a report from staff and the NDC consultant on the redistricting process and criteria, including discussion of a possible 10% population deviation. No final boundaries were adopted.

• Conducted public hearing on district boundaries (no speakers)
• Received staff report on redistricting process and criteria

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Commission

The commission will hold its annual reorganization to elect a new Chair and Vice Chair. Members will also review proposed design renovations for Sterns Park and receive updates on upcoming community events.

• Election of Commission Chair and Vice Chair
• Proposed design and renovations for Sterns Park
• Preview of the upcoming Weekend of Art
• Information regarding the new Teen Expo
• Recap of the 2021 Winter Wonderland event

Traffic Commission

The Commission will hold its annual reorganization to elect a Chair and Vice Chair. Members will also consider a request to designate disabled parking spaces at 10841 and 10845 Walnut Street. This request aims to assist residents with mobility challenges in the Old Town West neighborhood.

• Election of Traffic Commission Chair and Vice Chair
• Request for disabled parking at 10841 and 10845 Walnut Street
• Review of the Traffic Commission Status Log

The Traffic Commission denied a request to designate a disabled parking space at 10841 and 10845 Walnut Street in the Old Town West neighborhood, voting 4-0 with one recusal and one absence. The commission also reorganized, appointing Commissioner R. Hill as Chair and Commissioner Patz as Vice Chair. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Denied disabled parking designation at 10841/10845 Walnut Street (4-0, Murphy recused, Salai absent)
• Appointed Commissioner R. Hill as Chair (5-0, Salai absent)
• Appointed Commissioner Patz as Vice Chair (5-0, Salai absent)

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Commission

The regularly scheduled January 5, 2022, meeting of the Los Alamitos Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Commission is cancelled due to the holidays. A special meeting has been scheduled for January 12, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. at the Community Center.

• Cancellation of the January 5, 2022, regular meeting
• Special Meeting scheduled for January 12, 2022, at 10911 Oak St.