Los Alamitos public meetings in 2023

General

The City Council will conduct interviews for various commission positions. Following interviews, the Council will consider incumbent applications and make formal appointments to city commissions.

• Interviews for Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Arts (PRCA) Commission applicant Richard Wright
• Interviews for Planning Commission applicants Morgan Beck, Joseph Hastie, and Jean Legere
• Interviews for Traffic Commission applicants Morgan Beck and Joel Rojas
• Consideration of incumbent applications for PRCA, Planning, and Traffic Commissions
• Appointments to City Commissions

City Council

The City Council will conduct its annual reorganization to elect a new Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem. The agenda also includes authorization for street improvements and the Sterns Park Rehab Project.

• Election of Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem
• Ordinance No. 2023-05 regarding Quimby In-Lieu Fees
• Authorization to bid for Citywide Street Improvements
• Authorization to bid for Sterns Park Rehab Project at 3871 Farquhar Avenue
• Ratification of warrants totaling $1,611,948.46

General

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding Resolution No. 2023-20. This resolution seeks to overrule the Orange County Airport and Use Commission's finding that the City's 6th Cycle Housing Element Update is inconsistent with the 2017 Joint Forces Training Base Los Alamitos Airport Environs Land Use Plan.

• Public Hearing for Resolution No. 2023-20 regarding the 6th Cycle Housing Element Update
• Review of housing element sites at 4655 Lampson Avenue, Laurel Park, and 5030-5084 Katella

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Site Development Permit application. The proposal involves constructing a three-story, 3,435 square foot, four-unit residential building on a vacant parcel.

• Public hearing for a four-unit residential project at 10912 Walnut Street
• Approval of the October 25, 2023, meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will hold closed sessions for labor negotiations with police and union groups. The meeting also includes a public hearing on updating park in-lieu fees and reviews of various city contracts.

• Minimum wage increase effective January 1, 2024
• $168,000 contract for Automated License Plate Readers with Flock Group, LLC
• $104,671 demolition contract for the LATV/PW Building at 10921 Oak Street
• Public hearing regarding updates to Quimby Park In-Lieu Fees
• Ratification of warrants totaling $1,715,347.37

City Council

This special meeting includes oral communications and a closed session with legal counsel. The council will discuss one potential case of anticipated litigation. No other items are listed for action or discussion.

• Closed session regarding one potential case of anticipated litigation

Traffic Commission

The Traffic Commission will consider a proposal to restripe Los Alamitos Boulevard between Katella Avenue and Cerritos. The plan includes adding bike lanes to meet Active Transportation Plan recommendations.

• Proposed striping of Los Alamitos Boulevard between Katella Avenue and Cerritos
• Addition of bike lanes to Los Alamitos Boulevard

Budget Standing Committee

The Budget Standing Committee will review a proposed minimum hourly wage increase effective January 1, 2024. The committee will also discuss updates to the City's investment policy and credit rating. Additionally, members will consider changes to authorized check signers and follow up on PERS unfunded liability analysis.

• Minimum hourly wage increase effective January 1, 2024
• Amendments to the City’s Investment Policy
• Adding the City Treasurer to authorized check signers
• PERS Unfunded Actuarial Liability (UAL) discussion
• Update on the City's credit rating

Planning Commission

The Los Alamitos Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a proposed four-unit residential building at 10912 Walnut Street and a zoning ordinance amendment regarding noise exemptions for construction and property maintenance. They will also discuss electric vehicle charging station standards and consider approving the September 27, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Site Development Permit SDP 23-01 for a 3,634 sq ft, three-story, four-unit building at 10912 Walnut Street (applicant: Siraj Aboulhosn)
• Zoning Ordinance Amendment ZOA 23-05 recommending City Council adopt noise standard exemptions for construction and property maintenance activities
• Discussion of Orange County Fire Authority standards for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
• Approval of minutes from September 27, 2023 regular meeting

General

The Los Alamitos City Council is holding a special meeting with a closed session for personnel, litigation, and labor negotiations, followed by public presentations and a consent calendar. Key discussion items include a resolution supporting local control over zoning and housing (in response to SB 9), a proposed Senior Services Master Plan, staffing changes, and updates on city projects. The council will also ratify warrants totaling $2,026,800.64 and consider several contracts and purchases.

• Ratify warrants for September 2023 totaling $2,026,800.64
• New crossing guard services agreement with All City Management, Inc. for July 2023–June 2025, with $30,500 allocation
• Approve RFP for armored rescue and response vehicle
• Award $200,000 contract to Southern California Precision Cutting Inc. for sidewalk trip hazard remediation
• Reject bids for Bloomfield Neighborhood Street Rehabilitation Project (CIP 22/23-06)

City Council

The City of Los Alamitos has cancelled its regular City Council meeting scheduled for Monday, October 16, 2023. No specific agenda items or decisions were made at this cancelled session. The next Special meeting of the City Council is scheduled for Monday, October 23, 2023.

• Regular meeting on October 16, 2023, was cancelled
• Next Special meeting is scheduled for October 23, 2023

Traffic Commission

The commission will meet to approve minutes from the August 9, 2023 meeting. Staff reports will also cover Rosenburg's Rules of Order and the commission status log. No specific new projects or ordinances are listed on this agenda.

• Approval of August 9, 2023 meeting minutes
• Review of Rosenburg's Rules of Order
• Review of Traffic Commission Status Log

Budget Standing Committee

The Budget Standing Committee will review several financial and administrative items. Discussion includes a proposal for an additional Department Secretary and the purchase of Laserfiche Cloud Professional for the Police Department.

• Approval of an additional Department Secretary position
• Purchase of Laserfiche Cloud Professional for the Police Department
• Update to Quimby In-Lieu Fees pursuant to the Quimby Act
• Community Center roof repairs: carryover $500,000 and a new contract up to $1,790,952

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Commission

The Commission will review volunteer award nominees, upcoming adaptive programming, and an update on senior programs. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the September 6, 2023, regular meeting.

• Consideration of 2024 California Park & Recreation Society District 10 Volunteer Merit Award nominees
• Preview of upcoming Adaptive Programming
• Update on current senior related programs
• Approval of minutes from the September 6, 2023, regular meeting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider continuing a site development permit for a multi-family project on Walnut Street. The meeting also includes discussions regarding updates to noise standard exemptions and electric vehicle charging station standards.

• Continuance of Site Development Permit 23-01 for a three-story, four-unit residential project at 10912 Walnut Street
• Proposed revisions to Los Alamitos Municipal Code noise standard exemptions for construction and maintenance
• Discussion regarding development standards for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations (EVCS)
• Discussion of future use for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds for fiscal year 2024-25

City Council

The City Council will discuss the implementation of a police canine program and consider updates to the city's purchasing policy. The agenda also includes a contract award for a community center wall replacement and approval of a condominium conversion parcel map. Additionally, the council will ratify August 2023 warrants totaling $1,266,252.93.

• Ratification of $1,266,252.93 in warrants for August 1 to August 31, 2023
• $86,730.00 contract award to 3M Construction Corporation for a community center wall project
• Final parcel map approval for condominium conversion at 10800 & 10806 Reagan Street
• Introduction of Ordinance No. 2023-04 regarding the city's purchasing policy
• Discussion on the implementation of a police canine program

Traffic Commission

The City of Los Alamitos Traffic Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, September 13, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 11, 2023, at 7:00 p.m.

Budget Standing Committee

The committee will review revisions to the city's purchasing policy and discuss future finance projects. Members will also consider converting three part-time Community Services Coordinators to full-time roles.

• Proposed revisions to the Purchasing Policy (Ordinance No. 2023-04)
• Conversion of three part-time positions to full-time ($134,108 annual impact)
• Insurance funding for Los Alamitos Community Foundation and Senior Club ($3,000-$4,000 per organization)
• Implementation of the 'Revive Los Al' facade improvement program
• Analysis of Unfunded Actuarial Liability (UAL) discretionary payments

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Commission

The Commission will review reports regarding city recreation programs. These include a recap of summer programs, a preview of upcoming fall events, and highlights of adult sports offered in 2023.

• Summer program, class, camp, and event recap
• Fall programs and events preview
• Adult sports program highlights

The Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Commission decided to cancel its December meeting and schedule a special meeting for January 2024. Staff provided updates on the Community Center construction project and the upcoming Celebrate Los Al event.

• Approved to go dark for the month of December and hold a Special Meeting in January 2024 (Morgan/K. Duran)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will continue discussions regarding a citywide zoning amendment for permitting short-term rentals in residential zones. The commission will also consider continuing the review of a multi-family residential project to a future meeting.

• Zoning Ordinance Amendment 23-02: Discussion of permitting short-term rentals citywide
• Site Development Permit 23-01: Three-story, four-unit residential project at 10912 Walnut St.
• Approval of July 26, 2023, meeting minutes

The Planning Commission voted to stop considering the permitting of short-term rentals within city limits following a community survey. A discussion on a four-unit residential project was postponed, and the commission agreed to add electric vehicle charging stations to a future agenda.

• Discontinued consideration of Short-Term Rentals within city limits (6-0)
• Continued discussion of Three-Story, Four Unit, Multiple-Family Residential Project to September 27 meeting (5-0)
• Approved July 19, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved agendizing discussion of electric vehicle charging stations on private and public properties (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution to overrule the Orange County Airport Land Use Commission's determination regarding the city's 6th Cycle Housing Element. Additionally, the council will discuss the concept of a future Los Alamitos Senior Transportation Program.

• Resolution No. 2023-20 to overrule the Orange County Airport Land Use Commission's determination
• Ratification of warrants from July 1, 2023, to July 31, 2023, totaling $2,696,005.97
• Demolition plans for the LATV and Public Works Breakroom Building at 10921 Oak Street
• Completion of New Dutch Haven Neighborhood Street Rehabilitation Project ($13,636.60 retention)
• Completion of Briggeman Drive Street Improvements Project ($7,517.87 retention)

The City Council ratified warrants totaling $2,696,005.97 and approved several consent calendar items, including a new travel policy for officials. The council also approved demolition plans for a city building and accepted completion of two street rehabilitation projects. A public hearing regarding the 6th Cycle Housing Element was held, but the provided record ends before a final vote was taken.

• Ratified warrants for July 1-31, 2023, in the amount of $2,696,005.97 (Unanimous)
• Adopted Administrative Regulation 6.2 - City Council Travel Policy (3-2)
• Approved plans and authorized bids for demolition of LATV and PW Breakroom Building at 10921 Oak Street
• Approved responses to two Orange County Grand Jury reports
• Accepted completion of New Dutch Haven Neighborhood Street Rehabilitation and authorized $13,636.60 retention release
• Accepted completion of Briggeman Drive Street Improvements and authorized $7,517.87 retention release
• Approved City Council Regular Minutes of July 17, 2023 (3-2)

Traffic Commission

The Traffic Commission will review a summary of the Los Alamitos Capital Improvement Program for fiscal year 2023-2024. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the June 14, 2023, meeting and an update on the commission's status log.

• Review of the Fiscal Year 23-24 Capital Improvement Program summary
• Approval of the June 14, 2023, meeting minutes
• Traffic Commission Status Log report

The Traffic Commission approved the minutes from its June 14, 2023, meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of staff reports regarding capital improvement projects and traffic status updates with no further formal actions taken.

• Approved Regular Meeting Minutes of June 14, 2023 (5-0)

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Commission

The Commission will review information regarding the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget for the Recreation and Community Services Department. Staff will also provide previews for the Celebrate Los Al event and the new Elevate Encore Senior Expo.

• FY 23-24 Recreation and Community Services Department Budget report
• Celebrate Los Al event preview
• Elevate Encore Senior Expo overview
• Approval of June 5, 2023 meeting minutes

The commission received staff reports on the Celebrate Los Al event, the FY 23-24 budget, and the Elevate Encore Senior Expo. No formal votes or approvals were recorded during the session. Approval of the June 5, 2023, minutes was deferred due to a lack of quorum.

• Deferred approval of June 5, 2023, meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Commission will discuss permitted hours for outdoor property maintenance on Sundays and holidays citywide. They will also consider delaying a decision on a four-unit residential project at 10912 Walnut Street until August.

• Continuance of Site Development Permit 23-01 for a four-unit, three-story project at 10912 Walnut Street
• Discussion regarding noise source hours for property maintenance on Sundays and holidays
• Approval of June 28, 2023, meeting minutes

The Planning Commission voted to recommend a code amendment to City Council regarding noise exceedance exemptions and the definition of property maintenance. A request to allow homeowner construction on Sundays and federal holidays was not carried. A site development permit for a multi-family residential project was continued to August 23.

• Approved June 28, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved continuation of Site Development Permit 23-01 to August 23 meeting (4-0)
• Directed staff to recommend code amendment to City Council to eliminate permit requirements for noise exemptions and define repair, construction, and maintenance (5-0)
• Denied proposal to allow property owner construction/maintenance between 9am-6pm on Sundays or Federal Holidays (1-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a study session regarding the city's Housing Element Update and its consistency with airport land use plans. Members will also consider launching the Pine strEATs Grant Program using $110,000 in ARPA funds. Additionally, the council will review annual appropriations limits and janitorial service contracts.

• $110,000 funding for Pine strEATs Grant Program from ARPA funds
• Janitorial services agreement with Base Hill Inc. up to $69,719.88 annually
• Ratification of June 2023 warrants totaling $1,550,347.65
• Adoption of Annual Appropriations Limit for Fiscal Year 2023-24
• Review of Housing Element Update and Airport Environs Land Use Plan

The City Council approved over $1.5 million in expenditures and awarded a two-year janitorial services contract to Base Hill, Inc. The Council also adopted the annual appropriations limit for Fiscal Year 2023-24. A study session was held regarding housing element inconsistencies with the Airport Land Use Commission, but no vote was taken.

• Ratified warrants for June 1-30, 2023, in the amount of $1,550,347.65 (Unanimous)
• Awarded janitorial services contract to Base Hill, Inc. not to exceed $69,719.88 annually for two years (Unanimous)
• Approved City Council Regular Minutes of June 20, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Appointed Mayor Tanya Doby as Voting Delegate and Mayor Pro Tem Jordan Nefulda as Alternate for the League of California Cities 2023 Annual Conference (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-19 approving the Annual Appropriations Limit for Fiscal Year 2023-24 (4-0, 1 abstention)

Traffic Commission

The City of Los Alamitos Traffic Commission meeting scheduled for July 12, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 09, 2023, at 7:00 p.m.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss revising Los Alamitos Municipal Code Section 17.20.020 regarding noise levels on weekends and federal holidays. The discussion focuses on allowing activities such as property maintenance, hobbies, or construction during these times. If changes are recommended, staff will be directed to draft a resolution for City Council consideration.

• Approval of March 22, 2023, and May 24, 2023, meeting minutes
• Discussion on noise source hours for property maintenance on weekends and federal holidays
• Potential revision to Los Alamitos Municipal Code Section 17.20.020

The Planning Commission approved minutes from two previous meetings. The commission voted to continue the discussion on noise source hours for property maintenance on weekends and holidays to a future meeting pending further data.

• Approved March 22, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved May 24, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Continued discussion on weekend/holiday noise source hours to next meeting (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will review several infrastructure projects and contract renewals. Key items include funding for the Carrier Row Street Improvement Project and updates to the Measure M2 program. The council will also ratify city warrants totaling over $1.5 million.

• $294,072 in SB-1 funds for the Carrier Row Street Improvement Project
• Ratification of city warrants totaling $1,524,160.27
• Contract extension with Fuscoe Engineering for $30,000 over two years
• Traffic signal maintenance contract extension up to $44,742 annually
• Plans and bidding authorization for the Bloomfield Neighborhood Street Rehabilitation Project

The City Council ratified warrants totaling $1,524,160.27 and approved funding for the Carrier Row Street Improvement Project. The council also authorized several service contracts for traffic signal maintenance, engineering, and community center repairs.

• Ratified warrants for May 1-31, 2023, in the amount of $1,524,160.27 (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-18 for Carrier Row Street Improvement Project funding of $294,072 (Unanimous)
• Approved Los Alamitos Museum Association's FY 2023-2024 schedule and budget (Unanimous)
• Authorized 2023 street curb address painting services with Canning Hunger (Unanimous)
• Approved RFP 2023-03 for citywide concrete shaving remediation services (Unanimous)
• Authorized Amendment No. 6 for CDBG program funds for FY 2024-2027 (Unanimous)
• Approved RFB 2023-03 for Community Center Divider Wall Replacement Project (Unanimous)
• Authorized $30,000 two-year contract extension with Fuscoe Engineering, Inc. (Unanimous)

Traffic Commission

The Traffic Commission will consider a striping modification plan on Lexington Drive. This proposal addresses red curb painting concerns at the corner of Howard Avenue and Lexington Drive. The commission will also review minutes from the May 10, 2023 meeting.

• Striping modification on Lexington Drive
• Approval of May 10, 2023, meeting minutes

The Traffic Commission did not reach an agreement on proposed striping and parking changes for Lexington Drive after two motions failed. Staff will re-evaluate the modifications and bring the item back for future consideration.

• Approved May 10, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Denied proposal for 45 angled parking spaces and 20-foot red curb at Lexington and Howard Avenue
• Denied proposal for diagonal parking and lane changes without the red curb

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Commission

The commission will review reports on upcoming July events, including the Universal Waste Systems Fireworks Spectacular and Parks Make Life Better Month. Additionally, commissioners will discuss and select site amenity options for the Sterns Park Project.

• Selection of site amenity options for the Sterns Park Project
• Information regarding the July 3rd Universal Waste Systems Fireworks Spectacular
• Preview of Parks Make Life Better Month programs in July
• Recap of 2023 summer health and fitness programs
• Approval of May 3, 2023, meeting minutes

The Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Commission approved the all-inclusive park, shade, and equipment design for the Sterns Park Project. The commission also approved the minutes from the May 3, 2023, meeting.

• Approved All-inclusive Park, Shade and Equipment for the Sterns Park Project Design
• Approved minutes for the Regular Meeting of May 3, 2023

Budget Standing Committee

The Budget Standing Committee will discuss the proposed city budgets for Fiscal Year 2023-24 and Fiscal Year 2024-25. The committee will also review modifications to the city's purchasing policy and receive an update on the Pine strEATS grant. Additionally, closed sessions are scheduled for labor negotiations with Teamsters Local 911, Executive Management, and the Police Officers Association.

• Review of proposed budgets for Fiscal Year 2023-24 and 2024-25
• Consideration of Ordinance No. 2023-04 regarding purchasing policy modifications
• Update on the Pine strEATS grant proposal
• Closed session labor negotiations with Teamsters Local 911, Executive Management, and Police Officers Association

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will receive a staff report regarding the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) stormwater program. The remainder of the agenda contains only procedural items without specific project details.

• National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) staff report

The Planning Commission decided to review and discuss the code section regarding allowable construction work hours on Sundays at a future meeting. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved review and discussion of Sunday construction work hour code section (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss the preliminary budget for fiscal years 2023-24 and 2024-25. Members will also consider appointing representatives to three ad hoc committees and reviewing changes to the city's purchasing policy.

• Ratification of April 2023 warrants totaling $1,204,889.20
• Contract amendment with West Coast Arborists, Inc. for tree maintenance up to $75,000 annually
• Approval of two vehicle lease agreements with Enterprise Fleet Management at an estimated $1,768 monthly
• Appointment of council members to three ad hoc committees
• Introduction of Ordinance No. 2023-04 regarding the city purchasing system

The City Council ratified warrants totaling $1,204,889.20 and approved several service agreements, including tree maintenance and vehicle leases. The Council also appointed members to three Ad Hoc committees. A proposed ordinance to amend the city's purchasing system failed to pass.

• Ratified warrants for April 1-30, 2023 in the amount of $1,204,889.20 (Unanimous)
• Approved Amendment No. 3 with West Coast Arborists, Inc. for tree maintenance not to exceed $75,000 annually (Unanimous)
• Authorized lease of two fleet vehicles from Enterprise Fleet Management for an estimated $1,768 monthly (Unanimous)
• Appointed Council Member Hasselbrink and Mayor Pro Tem Nefulda to Council Member Handbook Ad Hoc Committee (Unanimous)
• Appointed Mayor Doby and Council Member Murphy to Council Member Goal Setting Ad Hoc Committee (Unanimous)
• Appointed Mayor Doby and Council Member Hibard to City Branding Ad Hoc Committee (Unanimous)
• Denied Ordinance No. 2023-04 to amend the Purchasing System (2-2 vote)
• Approved City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of April 17, 2023 (Unanimous)

Traffic Commission

The commission will discuss a request to implement approximately 40 feet of red curb at the northwest corner of Lexington Drive and Howard Avenue. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the April 12, 2023, regular meeting.

• Red curb request for Lexington Drive and Howard Avenue
• Approval of April 12, 2023 meeting minutes

The Traffic Commission denied a staff recommendation to install 40 feet of red curb at the northeast corner of Lexington Drive and Howard Avenue. The commission also approved the minutes from the April 12, 2023 meeting.

• Approved April 12, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Denied recommendation for 40-feet of red curb at Lexington Drive and Howard Avenue (5-0)

Budget Standing Committee

The Budget Standing Committee will review preliminary budget projections for the next two fiscal years. The meeting also includes discussions on audit updates, purchasing policy revisions, and park development fees.

• Proposed draft budget for FY 23-24 and FY 24-25 with projected revenues of $23.2 million and $23.1 million
• Status update on the FY 21-22 audit and ACFR report
• Proposed revisions to the City Purchasing Policy
• Review of Park Development/Quimby Fees
• Proposed Capital Improvement Program for FY 23-24

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Commission

The Commission will receive a preview of upcoming summer camps, classes, and programs. Members will also discuss a bi-annual update regarding park maintenance from the Public Works Division.

• Summer program/events preview
• Bi-annual park maintenance update
• Approval of April 5, 2023 minutes

The Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Commission approved cancelling the July meeting due to the July 4 holiday. They also approved the April 5, 2023 meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; the remainder of the meeting consisted of staff reports and commissioner updates.

• Approved cancellation of July meeting (motion by A. Duran, second by K. Duran, carried)
• Approved minutes of April 5, 2023 regular meeting (motion by Bandak, second by K. Duran, carried)

Planning Commission

The City of Los Alamitos Planning Commission meeting scheduled for April 26, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 24, 2023, at 7:00 p.m.

• No items scheduled due to meeting cancellation

City Council

The City Council approved new notification rules for projects of significance, including increasing the written notice radius to 1,000 feet. The Council also ratified over $1.6 million in warrants and approved a request for janitorial service bids. Discussions regarding townhall meetings were held, with a plan to return to the Council at a future date.

• Ratified warrants for March 1-31, 2023, totaling $1,612,116.13 (Unanimous)
• Approved March 20, 2023, meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved RFP 2023-02 and authorized bidding for janitorial services (Unanimous)
• Authorized Amendment No. 9 with Clear Channel Outdoor, LLC for bus shelter services through Dec 31, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Increased written notification radius for projects of significance from 500 to 1,000 feet (Unanimous)
• Required project summaries, renderings, and contact info to be posted on City website (Unanimous)
• Mandated property signage (min 3x5 ft) with renderings and QR codes for significant projects (Unanimous)
• Required certified letters to neighboring jurisdictions when project notification radius extends beyond city limits (Unanimous)

Traffic Commission

The Traffic Commission will consider a request from the Orange County Fire Authority to extend the red curb at 3952 Katella Avenue. The commission will also review the minutes from the March 8, 2023 meeting and update its status log.

• Red curb extension request for 3952 Katella Avenue (Katella Senior Living Community)
• Approval of March 8, 2023 meeting minutes
• Review of the Traffic Commission Status Log

The Traffic Commission approved the installation of at least 40 feet of red curb at 3952 Katella Avenue to improve emergency vehicle access. The commission also approved the meeting minutes from March 8, 2023.

• Approved minimum 40 feet of red curb at 3952 Katella Avenue (7-0)
• Approved March 8, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)

Budget Standing Committee

The committee will conduct an initial review of the preliminary draft budget for fiscal years 2023-24 and 2024-25. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the status of the FY 21-22 audit and potential strategies for employee retention.

• Review of proposed draft budget for FY 23-24 and FY 24-25
• Status update on the FY 21-22 audit and ACFR report
• Discussion regarding potential employee retention strategies
• Approval of minutes from the March 9, 2023, special meeting

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Commission

The commission will review staff reports regarding preschool age youth programs and the 2023 event sponsorship packet. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from February and March 2023.

• Review of preschool age youth programs
• Overview of 2023 Event Sponsorship Packet
• Approval of February and March 2023 meeting minutes
• Employee of the Quarter report

The Commission approved the meeting minutes from February 1, 2023, and March 1, 2023. Staff provided reports on employee recognition, preschool programs, and the 2023 event sponsorship packet. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved February 1, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved March 1, 2023 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a permit for a large health and fitness facility at 4260 Cerritos Avenue. Commissioners will also discuss a potential zoning amendment regarding short-term rentals in residential zones.

• Public hearing for a martial arts facility at 4260 Cerritos Avenue
• Discussion of Zoning Ordinance Amendment 23-02 regarding short-term rentals
• Approval of minutes from December 14, 2022, January 11, 2023, and January 25, 2023

The Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit for a large health and fitness facility. The commission also voted to delay a decision on short-term rentals to conduct further research and community outreach.

• Approved CUP 23-01 for a health/fitness facility at 4260 Cerritos Avenue (7-0)
• Directed staff to research adjoining cities' Airbnb experiences and conduct public outreach/surveys (5-2)
• Approved Special Meeting minutes of December 14, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved Special Meeting minutes of January 11, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved Regular Meeting minutes of January 25, 2023 (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider ordinances regarding new R-4 zoning, updated ADU regulations, and fireworks sales. The meeting also includes discussions on a new Volunteers in Policing program and urgent roof repairs for the Community Center.

• Adoption of Ordinance 2023-01 creating R-4 Zoning and amending TCMU Zone
• Adoption of Ordinance 2023-02 regarding updated ADU regulations
• Approval of up to $500,000 for urgent Community Center roof repairs
• Implementation of a Volunteers in Policing (VIP) Program
• Ratification of February 2023 warrants totaling $1,200,519.84

The City Council adopted ordinances to update ADU regulations, modify fireworks sales, and create R-4 zoning to comply with the Housing Element. The Council also approved several professional service contracts and established a Volunteers in Policing program.

• Adopted Ordinance 2023-01 creating R-4 zoning and amending TCMU and R-3 zones (Unanimous)
• Authorized up to $500,000 for urgent Community Center roof repairs (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-10 establishing a Volunteers in Policing (VIP) Program (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,200,519.84 in warrants for February 2023 (Unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-02 updating Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) regulations (Unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-03 modifying temporary fireworks stand locations (Unanimous)
• Awarded Building & Safety services contract to Charles Abbott Associates, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Awarded City and Traffic Engineering services contract to Willdan Engineering (Unanimous)

General

The Budget Standing Committee is reviewing the mid-year General Fund budget and financial updates for Fiscal Year 2022-23. The committee will also consider potential realignments in public safety, recreation, and finance departments. Additionally, the meeting includes a discussion on the Business Facade Improvement Program.

• Mid-year General Fund budget review and financial update
• Potential public safety enhancements
• Proposed community and recreation services realignment
• Review of proposed revisions to the Purchasing Policy
• Economic Development: Business Facade Improvement Program

Traffic Commission

The Traffic Commission will consider a request from the Parkewood Neighborhood Home Owners Association to install additional red curbs within the neighborhood. The commission will also review the status log and approve minutes from the February 8, 2023, meeting.

• Red curb painting request for Parkewood Neighborhood
• Approval of February 8, 2023, meeting minutes
• Review of Traffic Commission Status Log

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Commission

The Commission will review staff reports regarding upcoming community programs. These include information on the 2023 Summer Concert Series, new contract classes, and the MyRec Rewards loyalty program.

• 2023 MemorialCare Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital Long Beach Summer Concert Series report
• New contract classes within the Recreation and Community Services Department
• Los Alamitos MyRec Rewards loyalty program update

The commission received staff reports regarding the 2023 Summer Concert Series, new contract classes, and the MyRec Rewards loyalty program. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes.

Planning Commission

This notice contains only a cancellation for the February 22, 2023, Planning Commission meeting. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 22, 2023, at 7:00 p.m.

• Cancellation of the February 22, 2023, meeting

City Council

The Los Alamitos City Council will consider several administrative updates and contract amendments. This includes ratifying recent city payments and approving side letters for labor unions. The council will also review various service extensions and a new warehouse lease agreement.

• Ratification of warrants totaling $1,817,966.29 for January 2023
• Three-year lease with IEEE for warehouse space at 10662 Los Vaqueros Circle
• Contract extension with North Star Land Care for $114,067.92
• Approval of side letters for Teamsters Local 911 and the Police Officers Association
• Amendment to Fireworks and Stage FX America, Inc. contract for a July 3 fireworks display

The City Council approved the 2021-2029 Housing Element update and associated zoning amendments to comply with state mandates. The council also initiated a process to overrule the Airport Land Use Commission regarding housing consistency. Several administrative contracts and employee agreements were ratified.

• Adopted Housing Element update and General Plan Amendment 22-02 (3-2)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 2023-01 to create R-4 zoning and modify TCMU zoning (3-2)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-04 to notify intent to overrule Airport Land Use Commission (3-2)
• Approved $1,817,966.29 in warrants for January 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved $15,000 contract amendment for Terra Nova Planning & Research, Inc. (unanimous)
• Authorized 3-year warehouse lease at 10662 Los Vaqueros Circle not to exceed $453,960 (unanimous)
• Approved $114,067.92 landscape maintenance extension with North Star Land Care (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 2023-02 regarding Accessory Dwelling Unit regulations (unanimous)

Budget Standing Committee

The Budget Standing Committee will discuss economic updates, the Economic Development Program, and mid-year budget allocations. The meeting also includes closed sessions for labor negotiations with the Police Officers Association, Teamsters Local 911, and unrepresented employees.

• Review of economic updates and Economic Development Program
• Discussion of mid-year budget allocations
• Labor negotiations with Los Alamitos Police Officers Association
• Labor negotiations with Teamsters Local 911
• Labor negotiations with unrepresented employees

Traffic Commission

The commission will review a presentation regarding e-bike safety and consider a request from the Parkewood Neighborhood Home Owners Association for additional red curb painting. The meeting also includes findings required to continue using teleconferencing.

• Presentation regarding E-Bike Safety
• Request for additional red curb painting in Parkewood neighborhood
• Findings for continued use of teleconferencing (AB 361)
• Approval of minutes from November 2022, December 2022, and January 2023

The Traffic Commission deferred a decision on painting red curbs in the Parkewood neighborhood to allow staff to gather resident feedback. The commission also approved several procedural items and received a presentation on e-bike safety.

• Tabled Parkewood neighborhood red curb painting request pending community feedback (7-0)
• Approved continued use of teleconferencing per AB 361 (7-0)
• Approved November 9, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved December 14, 2022 special meeting minutes (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved January 11, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Commission

The Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Commission will consider findings required to continue meeting via teleconference. The commission will also review 2022 department accomplishments and preview upcoming spring programs. Additionally, staff will provide information on the Los Alamitos Aquatics Program.

• Findings for continued use of teleconference meetings under AB 361
• 2022 Recreation & Community Services Department accomplishments report
• Spring 2023 preview of programs and events
• Los Alamitos Aquatics Program planning update

The meeting consisted of procedural items and staff reports. No votes or formal decisions were recorded in the minutes.

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Commission

This special meeting is limited to procedural items regarding the use of teleconferencing. The commission will make required findings under AB 361 related to the state of emergency. No other substantive business is listed on this agenda.

• Findings required by AB 361 for continued use of teleconference meetings

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a proposed residential unit at 4321 Howard Avenue and state-mandated updates to Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) regulations. The commission will also conduct its annual reorganization to elect a Chair and Vice Chair.

• Proposed 1,016 square foot two-story residential unit at 4321 Howard Avenue
• State-mandated update to Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) regulations
• Annual election of the Planning Commission Chair and Vice Chair
• Findings for continued use of teleconferencing for meetings

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the update of the City’s Housing Element for 2021-2029. This includes proposals to create an R-4 Zoning District and modify the Town Center Mixed Use (TCMU) District. The agenda also covers police grant awards and technology program continuations.

• Public hearing for Housing Element update and General Plan Amendment
• Creation of a higher-density R-4 Zoning District and property rezoning
• Acceptance of $436,361 Tobacco Grant for the Police Department
• Continuation of the Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) program
• Ratification of warrants totaling $1,270,912.45

The City Council ratified over $1.2M in warrants and approved a $436,361 grant to combat illegal tobacco sales to minors. The Council also voted to continue the Automated License Plate Reader Program and postponed a public hearing on the City's Housing Element.

• Ratified warrants for the period of Dec 1 to Dec 31, 2022, in the amount of $1,270,912.45 (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 budget calendar (Unanimous)
• Accepted $436,361 grant from California Department of Justice Tobacco Grant Program (Unanimous)
• Approved continuation of Automated License Plate Reader Program (Unanimous)
• Authorized $3,600 per year for ALPR extended data retention (Unanimous)
• Appointed Mayor Tanya Doby as Voting Delegate for SCAG General Assembly (Unanimous)
• Appointed Mayor Pro Tem Nefulda as Alternate Voting Delegate for SCAG (Unanimous)
• Continued Public Hearing on Housing Element update to February 21, 2023 (Unanimous)

Budget Standing Committee

The January 17, 2023, meeting for the Los Alamitos Budget Standing Committee consists of standard procedural boilerplate. No specific topics, public hearings, or ordinances are documented in the provided text.

General

This special meeting consists of procedural items and does not list specific development projects or land use decisions. The commission will review findings required by AB 361 to continue conducting meetings via teleconference.

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

Traffic Commission

The Traffic Commission will conduct its annual reorganization to elect a new Chair and Vice Chair. The commission will also make required findings to continue using teleconferencing for meetings under AB 361.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Findings for continued use of teleconferencing (AB 361)

The Traffic Commission conducted its annual reorganization and approved the continued use of teleconferencing. Commissioners discussed various road maintenance and safety concerns, including striping and signage, which staff will review with the Public Works Division.

• Appointed Commissioner Patz as Chair (7-0)
• Appointed Commissioner Murphy as Vice Chair (7-0)
• Approved findings required by AB 361 for continued use of teleconferencing (7-0)

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Commission

The commission will conduct its annual reorganization to elect a new Chair and Vice Chair. The meeting also includes the installation of Wendy Cope as a commissioner and staff updates on scholarships, youth sports, and special event vendors.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Installation of Commissioner Wendy Cope
• Scholarship Program update
• 2023 Special Event Vendor Packet overview
• Youth Sport Programs review

The Commission conducted its annual reorganization, electing leadership and installing a new member. The body also approved minutes from three previous meetings and received staff reports on scholarships, vendor packets, and youth sports.

• Appointed Commissioner A. Duran as Chair (Unanimous)
• Appointed Commissioner Bandak as Vice-Chair (Unanimous)
• Installed Wendy Cope as Commissioner
• Approved November 2, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved December 1, 2022 special meeting minutes
• Approved December 29, 2022 special meeting minutes

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Commission

The regular meeting for the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Commission scheduled for January 4, 2023, is cancelled due to the holidays. Special meetings are scheduled via videoconference on December 1 and 29, 2022, and in person on January 11, 2023.

• Cancellation of the January 4, 2023, regular meeting
• Videoconference special meetings on December 1 and 29, 2022
• In-person special meeting on January 11, 2023, at 10911 Oak Street