Santa Fe Springs public meetings in 2022

City Council

This is a special City Council meeting agenda for December 15, 2022, containing only the agenda document and a link to the meeting video. No specific action items, discussions, or decisions are listed in the provided text.

The City Council approved a severance agreement for City Manager Raymond R. Cruz and appointed a successor. Travis Hickey will serve as Acting City Manager starting December 31, 2022.

• Approved severance agreement for City Manager Raymond R. Cruz to retire December 30, 2022 with 5 months' severance (3-0)
• Appointed Travis Hickey as Acting City Manager effective December 31, 2022 (3-0)

City Council

This is a special meeting of the Santa Fe Springs City Council. The agenda includes only the agenda itself and meeting materials, with no specific items listed. The meeting appears to be procedural, with no substantive decisions or discussions detailed in the provided text.

The City Council certified the November 8, 2022, general municipal election results and administered oaths of office to newly elected members. The council also approved resolutions regarding COVID-19 emergency status and remote meetings, as well as professional service agreements for the Aquatic Center and Santa Fe Springs Park.

• Adopted Resolution No. 9840 reaffirming local emergency due to COVID-19 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 9841 authorizing remote teleconference meetings during state of emergency (5-0)
• Authorized revised Professional Services Agreement with Harley Ellis Devereaux for Aquatic Center Design (5-0)
• Authorized revised Southern California Edison License Agreement for Santa Fe Springs Park (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 9839 certifying the November 8, 2022 General Municipal Election results (5-0)
• Elected Juanita Martin as Mayor
• Elected Jay Sarno as Mayor Pro Tem

Planning Commission

This is a procedural Planning Commission meeting agenda for December 12, 2022, in Santa Fe Springs, CA. The agenda lists only the agenda and meeting materials, including a video and a PDF with reports. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items are detailed in the provided text.

• Meeting video for December 12, 2022
• Meeting materials PDF with reports

The Planning Commission approved Resolution No. 225-2022 for Conditional Use Permit Case No. 832. The commission also accepted the withdrawal of a Zone Determination application and approved several compliance reviews for alcohol and entertainment permits.

• Accepted withdrawal of Zone Determination application (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 225-2022 for Conditional Use Permit Case No. 832 (5-0)
• Approved alcohol sales compliance review for Maggie's Pub (5-0)
• Approved alcohol sales compliance review for Rachada Thai Cuisine (5-0)
• Approved alcohol sales compliance review for H&N Tobacco Beer and Wine (5-0)
• Approved entertainment permit compliance review for Rachada Thai Cuisine (5-0)
• Approved entertainment permit compliance review for Maggie's Pub (5-0)
• Approved parcel delivery service compliance review for Amazon.com Services LLC (5-0)

City Council

This is a special meeting of the Santa Fe Springs City Council. The only substantive item is a closed session to evaluate the City Manager's performance, as permitted by California law. The rest of the agenda is procedural (call to order, roll call, public comments, adjournment).

• Closed session: City Manager evaluation (Gov. Code § 54957(b)(1))

The City Council convened a special meeting to conduct a closed session regarding the City Manager's evaluation. No reportable action was taken during the session.

City Council

This is a regular City Council meeting agenda. The agenda includes the meeting agenda document and a link to the meeting video, along with the full agenda packet. No specific action items are listed in the provided text.

• Agenda document (12-06-22 AGENDA.PDF)
• Meeting video (December 6, 2022)
• Agenda packet (12-06-22 AGENDA PACKET.PDF)

The City Council approved several public works projects, including roof replacements and residential concrete improvements. The council also granted an alcohol sales permit for a distribution network and adopted resolutions regarding COVID-19 and remote meetings.

• Awarded $447,705 contract to 4 Seasons Roofing, Inc. for Municipal Services Yard roof (5-0)
• Appropriated $555,000 for Residential Alley Improvements from Terradell Street to Bartley Avenue (5-0)
• Approved Alcohol Sales Conditional Use Permit Case No. 81 for SCC Distribution Network (5-0)
• Approved $23,040.29 final payment to E.C. Construction for Santa Fe Springs Park parking lot (5-0)
• Authorized $40,000 for a Classification and Compensation Study by Public Sector Personnel Consultants (5-0)
• Approved increase in City's maximum contribution for medical insurance premiums under the Affordable Care Act (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 9834 reaffirming local emergency due to COVID-19 (5-0)
• Approved two operating agreements with 605 Investments, LLC for electronic billboards on I-605 (5-0)

City Council

This is a special City Council meeting agenda containing only the agenda document and a link to the meeting video. No specific decisions, discussions, or action items are listed, so the agenda is purely procedural boilerplate.

• Special meeting scheduled for November 30, 2022

The City Council met in a special session to conduct a City Manager evaluation in closed session. No reportable action was taken during the meeting.

• City Manager evaluation completed in closed session; no reportable action taken

City Council

This is a special meeting of the Santa Fe Springs City Council, consisting entirely of closed-session items. The council will discuss the city manager's performance, existing litigation against SFS Hospitality, and labor negotiations with three employee associations. No public action is scheduled; the agenda is procedural and limited to closed sessions.

• Closed session: City Manager Evaluation (Gov. Code § 54957(b)(1))
• Closed session: Conference with legal counsel on City of Santa Fe Springs v. SFS Hospitality, LLC, Case No. 20STCV33264
• Closed session: Labor negotiations with City Employee Association, Firefighters Association, and Executive Management and Confidential Employee Association

The City Council conducted a special meeting consisting of closed sessions regarding public employment, litigation, and labor negotiations. No reportable actions were taken during these sessions.

City Council

This is a regular City Council meeting agenda. The provided text lists only the agenda and meeting materials, with no specific items detailed. The agenda packet and video are referenced but not included in the text.

The City Council authorized the transfer of $16.6 million from the General Fund and $2.4 million from the Water Fund into various reserves, including a new $3 million fund for pool renovation. The Council also awarded a contract to Willdan Engineering to manage the Home Improvement Grant Program.

• Authorized $16.6M General Fund transfer to reserves, including $5M for pension prefunding and $3M for pool renovation (5-0)
• Authorized $2.4M Water Fund balance transfer to the Water CIP Reserve Fund (5-0)
• Awarded contract up to $30,800 to Willdan Engineering for Home Improvement Grant Program (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 9829 reaffirming local emergency due to COVID-19 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 9830 authorizing remote teleconference meetings during state of emergency (5-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 3 to Measure R Funding Agreement for Valley View and Rosecrans Avenue improvements (5-0)
• Authorized license agreement with Southern California Edison for Santa Fe Springs Park (5-0)
• Approved October 18, 2022 minutes for Public Financing Authority, Water Utility Authority, Housing Successor, and Successor Agency (5-0)

Planning Commission

This is a procedural Planning Commission meeting agenda for November 14, 2022, in Santa Fe Springs, CA. It lists only the agenda, meeting materials, and a video link, with no specific items, reports, or decisions detailed in the provided text.

• Meeting video for November 14, 2022
• Signed agenda document (PCMEETING 11-14-2022_SIGNED.PDF)
• Meeting materials with reports (PCMEETING 11-14-2022 W REPORTS.PDF)

The Planning Commission approved two development plans for billboards along the 605 and several conditional use permits for alcohol sales and business operations. Two modification permits were also granted, while one set of development and use permits was continued to a later date.

• Approved Alcohol Sales CUP Case No. 81 (Resolution No. 219-2022) (5-0)
• Approved CUP Case No. 824 with added condition for wheel stops (Resolution No. 220-2022) (5-0)
• Approved DPA Case No. 987 and DPA Case No. 988 for billboards (Resolutions No. 221-2022 and 222-2022) (5-0)
• Approved Modification Permit Case No. 1354 (Resolution No. 223-2022) (5-0)
• Approved Modification Permit Case No. 1355 (Resolution No. 224-2022) (5-0)
• Approved compliance reviews for Alcohol Sales CUPs Case No. 23, 34, and 40 (5-0)
• Continued DPA Case No. 933-1, CUP Case No. 833, and MOD Case No. 1347 to December 12, 2022 (4-0)

Planning Commission

This is a special Planning Commission meeting agenda containing only procedural items: the agenda itself, meeting materials, and a video link. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

• Special meeting agenda for November 9, 2022
• Meeting video available
• Meeting materials with reports

The Planning Commission approved Conditional Use Permit (CUP) Case No. 831 and adopted Resolution No. 218-2022. The project was determined to be Categorically Exempt under CEQA Guidelines Section 15332, Class 32 for In-Fill Development Projects.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit (CUP) Case No. 831 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 218-2022 (5-0)

City Council

This is the agenda for the Santa Fe Springs City Council meeting on November 1, 2022. The agenda includes only the agenda document and a link to the meeting video and packet; no specific action items are listed.

The City Council awarded a design contract for the Aquatic Center to HED and approved several consent items, including emergency resolutions and equipment purchases. The council also reaffirmed the local emergency due to COVID-19 and authorized remote teleconference meetings.

• Awarded contract to HED for Aquatic Center design not to exceed $1,052,400 (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 9827 reaffirming local emergency due to COVID-19 (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 9828 authorizing remote teleconference meetings (4-0)
• Awarded bid to Hi-Way Safety for two portable digital traffic message board trailers for $38,424.17 (4-0)
• Approved two California State Library grant agreements for ZIP Books and One Step Beyond STEAM programs (4-0)
• Approved traffic control plans for the 2023 5K Fun Run/Walk on March 11, 2023 (4-0)
• Authorized $31,148 change order for a paramedic squad response vehicle from Boise Mobile Equipment (4-0)
• Approved October 4, 2022 minutes for Housing Successor, Successor Agency, and City Council (4-0)

City Council

This is a regular City Council meeting agenda with no substantive items listed. The agenda includes only the agenda document and a link to the meeting video, indicating a procedural or administrative session.

Planning Commission

This is a procedural Planning Commission meeting agenda for October 10, 2022. The agenda lists only the agenda itself and meeting materials, including a video and a PDF with reports. No specific action items, decisions, or discussion topics are listed in the provided text.

• Meeting video for October 10, 2022
• Meeting materials PDF with reports

The Planning Commission denied the city's removal of a parkway tree at 9837 Bartley Avenue but allowed the appellant to remove it at their own cost. They also approved a storage facility project and a Trojan Battery expansion, and continued a water treatment facility hearing to November 14, 2022.

• Denied city removal of parkway tree at 9837 Bartley Avenue; appellant may remove at own cost (3-0, 1 abstention, 1 absent)
• Continued water treatment facility project (DPA 933-1, CUP 833, MOD 1347) to November 14, 2022 (4-0, 1 absent)
• Approved storage facility project (TPM 83729, DPA 993-995, CUP 828) (4-0, 1 absent)
• Approved Trojan Battery expansion (DPA 998, MOD 1352-1353) (4-0, 1 absent)
• Approved consent items: Starbucks drive-thru compliance (CUP 760-2) and SC Fuels warehouse compliance (CUP 809-2) (4-0, 1 absent)

City Council

This is the agenda for the Santa Fe Springs City Council meeting on October 4, 2022. The agenda lists the meeting's items and provides links to the agenda PDF and the meeting video. No specific decisions or discussion topics are detailed in the provided text.

• Agenda PDF available
• Meeting video available
• Agenda packet PDF available

The City Council rejected all bids for the Little Lake Park parking lot improvements project and directed staff to revise the scope of work to reduce costs. An ad-hoc subcommittee was created to discuss park ownership and collaboration with Norwalk. The council also approved routine consent items, authorized an RFP for document imaging services, directed negotiation of a batting cage concession contract renewal, and authorized an RFP for an electronic billboard on city-owned property.

• Rejected bids for Little Lake Park parking lot improvements, directed revised scope (5-0)
• Created ad-hoc subcommittee to discuss park ownership with Norwalk (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including COVID-19 emergency reaffirmation, remote meeting authorization, medical contribution resolution, and transportation agreement with Whittier Union High School District (5-0)
• Authorized RFP for document imaging services (5-0)
• Directed negotiation of batting cage concession contract renewal (5-0)
• Authorized RFP for electronic billboard on city-owned property (5-0)

City Council

This is a regular City Council meeting. The agenda includes the meeting agenda and a packet of materials, along with a link to the meeting video. No specific action items are listed in the provided text.

• Agenda document (09-20-22 AGENDA.PDF)
• Meeting video link
• Agenda packet (09-20-22 AGENDA PACKET.PDF)

The City Council approved an amendment to the tree maintenance agreement with West Coast Arborists, Inc. for $44,140 to remove parkway pine trees on Maidstone Avenue, appropriating $20,000 from the General Fund Reserve. The council also adopted resolutions reaffirming the COVID-19 local emergency and authorizing remote teleconference meetings, and approved a $10 million bond issuance for the Villa Verde Apartments. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved $44,140 tree removal amendment with West Coast Arborists (5-0)
• Appropriated $20,000 from General Fund Reserve for tree removal (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 9816 for $10M Villa Verde Apartments bond (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 9819 reaffirming COVID-19 local emergency (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 9820 authorizing remote teleconference meetings (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 9821 updating conflict of interest code (5-0)
• Approved $210,700 final payment to Cora Constructors for storm pump removal (5-0)
• Approved $115,667.75 purchase of Dodge Ram 5500 truck for Fire-Rescue (5-0)

Planning Commission

This is a procedural Planning Commission meeting agenda for September 12, 2022, containing only the agenda and meeting materials (including a video link and a reports PDF). No specific action items, proposals, or public hearings are listed in the provided text.

• Meeting video for September 12, 2022
• Meeting materials PDF with reports

The Planning Commission approved a Development Plan Approval (DPA Case No. 997) for a warehouse project, along with a Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring Program. The decision was unanimous (5-0). The commission also approved a one-year time extension for a Conditional Use Permit (CUP Case No. 787-3) as a consent item.

• Approved Development Plan Approval Case No. 997 and Mitigated Negative Declaration (5-0)
• Approved one-year time extension for Conditional Use Permit Case No. 787-3 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of August 8, 2022 meeting as corrected (4-0-1 abstention)

City Council

This is a procedural City Council meeting agenda for September 6, 2022, containing only the agenda document and a link to the meeting video. No specific decisions, discussions, or action items are listed in the provided text.

The City Council approved consent agenda items including reaffirming the local COVID-19 emergency, authorizing remote teleconference meetings, declaring surplus equipment for public auction, and accepting $54,140.09 in State Homeland Security Program funds for rope rescue equipment. All items were approved unanimously (4-0) with Councilmember Sarno absent.

• Approved minutes of July 12 and August 2, 2022 (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 9817 reaffirming local COVID-19 emergency (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 9818 authorizing remote teleconference meetings during state of emergency (4-0)
• Declared city property surplus and authorized public auction (4-0)
• Accepted $54,140.09 in SHSP funds for rope rescue equipment from Safeware, Inc. (4-0)

City Council

This is the agenda for the August 16, 2022, City Council meeting. The agenda includes the meeting video and a packet of materials, but no specific action items are listed in the provided text.

Planning Commission

This is a procedural Planning Commission meeting agenda for August 8, 2022. The agenda lists the agenda document and meeting materials, including a video and a PDF with reports, but provides no specific items for decision or discussion.

• Agenda document (signed PDF)
• Meeting video for August 8, 2022
• Meeting materials with reports (PDF)

The Santa Fe Springs Planning Commission approved Conditional Use Permit Case No. 826 for Rexford Industries, finding the project categorically exempt under CEQA and adopting Resolution No. 213-2022. The commission also approved two consent items: a compliance review for alcohol sales at Tacos Mariscos Las Islitas Restaurant and a compliance review for a metal recycling facility operated by Alta Alloys. All votes were unanimous (4-0) with Commissioner Fresquez absent.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit Case No. 826 for Rexford Industries (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 213-2022 (4-0)
• Approved alcohol sales CUP compliance review for Tacos Mariscos Las Islitas Restaurant (4-0)
• Approved metal recycling facility CUP compliance review for Alta Alloys (4-0)

City Council

The provided text contains only the meeting title, date, and links to the agenda and packet documents. It does not list specific items, decisions, or discussions, so the substantive content of the meeting cannot be summarized from this source.

The City Council and Planning Commission held a joint study session to receive a presentation from consultant MIG on updating the Zoning Ordinance for state law compliance and new mixed-use standards. No formal decisions were made; the session was for discussion and feedback only. The update aims to meet state housing requirements by October 15, 2022.

• Received presentation on Targeted Zoning Ordinance Update (no vote)
• Discussed parking requirements, drive-thru restrictions, and mixed-use standards (no action)

City Council

This is a regular City Council meeting agenda with no substantive items listed. The agenda includes only the agenda document and a link to the meeting video, indicating a procedural or administrative session.

The City Council voted 3-2 not to approve Resolution No. 9813, which would have placed a business license tax measure on the November 8, 2022 ballot. The motion to not approve was made by Councilmember Sarno and seconded by Councilmember Martin, with Mayor Pro Tem Zamora and Mayor Rodriguez voting against the motion. All other agenda items were approved unanimously, including consent items, election resolutions, and various contracts and appropriations.

• Rejected Resolution No. 9813 to submit business license tax measure to voters (3-2)
• Adopted Resolution No. 9811 reaffirming local COVID-19 emergency (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 9812 affirming remote teleconference meetings (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1123 on unlawful possession of catalytic converters (5-0)
• Approved 3-year volunteer services agreement with Horrigan Cole Enterprises (5-0)
• Approved Resolutions Nos. 9808 and 9809 for November 8, 2022 election (5-0)
• Approved Amendment Two to Sagecrest Planning agreement (5-0)
• Approved $199,999.72 purchase of aerial truck from M & M Lifts (5-0)

City Council

This agenda contains only the agenda document and meeting video link for the July 19, 2022 City Council meeting. No specific action items, ordinances, or discussion topics are listed in the provided text, so the meeting appears to be procedural or the substantive items are contained in the linked packet.

• Agenda document (07-19-22 AGENDA.PDF)
• Meeting video link
• Agenda packet (07-19-22 AGENDA PACKET.PDF)

The City Council implemented Stage 2 of the Water Shortage Contingency Plan to comply with the state drought declaration, and directed staff to move forward with a business operations tax measure (Model 7) with a 25% increase over 4 years. The council also introduced an ordinance criminalizing unlawful possession of catalytic converters and confirmed weed abatement charges.

• Implemented Stage 2 of Water Shortage Contingency Plan (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 9806 reaffirming local COVID-19 emergency (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 9807 authorizing remote teleconference meetings (5-0)
• Approved motion to waive full reading of ordinances (5-0)
• Confirmed 2021/22 weed abatement charges (5-0)
• Directed staff to proceed with business tax Model 7, 25% increase over 4 years (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 1123 on unlawful possession of catalytic converters (3-0, Martin and Sarno absent)

City Council

This is a special City Council meeting agenda with only the agenda and meeting materials listed. No specific action items, ordinances, or contracts are detailed in the provided text, so the meeting appears to be procedural or for discussion only.

• Special meeting agenda for July 19, 2022
• Meeting video and agenda packet available

The City Council and Planning Commission held a joint special meeting to receive a presentation from AECOM on creating objective development standards and streamlined permitting to accelerate housing production. No formal decisions were made; the item was a study session for feedback only. Discussion included potential changes to lot standards, parking, and permit processes, with suggestions for online applications and multilingual resources.

• Received AECOM presentation on objective development standards (no vote)
• Discussed potential changes to lot area, width, depth, and parking standards (no action)
• Noted plan to develop multi-unit and mixed-use zones (no action)
• Discussed permit process improvements, including online applications (no action)

City Council

This is a special meeting agenda with only procedural items: the agenda itself and meeting materials. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

The City Council held a study session on potential changes to the Business Operations Tax Ordinance, discussing Model 7 and a staggered system for small businesses. No formal vote was taken, but the Council directed staff to prepare options for a November 2022 ballot measure, including a phased-in rate structure. The Council also agreed to bring back a tree removal item for review at the July 19, 2022 meeting.

• Directed staff to draft ordinance for business tax changes with staggered system for small businesses
• Agreed to bring back tree removal item from July 5 meeting for review on July 19, 2022
• No formal vote taken on tax model; direction only

Planning Commission

This is a regular Planning Commission meeting agenda containing only standard procedural items: the agenda, meeting materials, and a link to the meeting video. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

• Agenda approval
• Meeting materials review
• Meeting video link

The Santa Fe Springs Planning Commission approved Development Plan Approval (DPA) Case No. 989, finding the project categorically exempt under CEQA and adopting Resolution No. 211-2022. The commission also approved consent items 8A, 8B, and 8C, and approved 8D with a two-year extension and a one-year status report requirement, despite one dissenting vote.

• Approved DPA Case No. 989 with Resolution No. 211-2022 (5-0)
• Approved Alcohol Sales CUP Case No. 8 compliance review (5-0)
• Approved Alcohol Sales CUP Case No. 16 compliance review (5-0)
• Approved two-year time extension for CUP Case No. 480-5 (5-0)
• Approved two-year time extension for CUP Case No. 641-4 and Zone Variance Case No. 68-4, with one-year status report (4-1)

City Council

This is the agenda for the Santa Fe Springs City Council meeting on July 5, 2022. The agenda includes only the agenda document and a link to the meeting video, with no specific items listed. The meeting appears to be a regular session, but no substantive decisions or discussions are detailed in the provided text.

The City Council approved the consent agenda, including reaffirming the COVID-19 local emergency and authorizing remote meetings. The only substantive item, the Maidstone Avenue pine tree removal, was tabled until a subsequent meeting once cost details are finalized. No other decisions were made.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, COVID-19 emergency resolution, remote meeting resolution, and Rosecrans/Marquardt grade separation amendment (5-0)
• Tabled Maidstone Avenue pine tree removal until November 2022 (5-0)

City Council

This is the agenda for the Santa Fe Springs City Council meeting on June 21, 2022. The agenda includes the meeting agenda document and a link to the meeting video, but no specific items are listed in the provided text.

The City Council unanimously adopted Resolution No. 9797 approving the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Operating Budget, Salary Schedule, and carryover of unspent appropriations, with Council's recommendations. The council also approved labor agreements with three employee associations for an additional 1% COLA, and a 4% COLA for hourly non-represented employees. All consent agenda items, including resolutions reaffirming the COVID-19 local emergency and authorizing remote teleconference meetings, were approved unanimously.

• Adopted FY 2022-23 Operating Budget and Salary Schedule (5-0)
• Approved 1% COLA labor agreements with SFSCEA, SFSFA, SFSEMCA (5-0)
• Approved 4% COLA for hourly non-represented employees (5-0)
• Approved purchase of one aerial truck from M & M Lifts, Inc. for $189,617.85 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 9799 levying Heritage Springs Assessment District No. 2001-1 assessments (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 9800 levying Lighting District No. 1 assessments (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 9801 reaffirming COVID-19 local emergency (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 9802 authorizing remote teleconference meetings (5-0)

Planning Commission

The provided meeting agenda contains only procedural items for the agenda itself and meeting materials. There are no specific projects, decisions, or discussions listed in the document.

The Planning Commission approved Development Plan Approval (DPA) Case No. 992, finding the project categorically exempt under CEQA and adopting Resolution No. 211-2022. The vote was unanimous (5-0). The commission also approved the minutes from the May 9 and May 16 meetings.

• Approved DPA Case No. 992 with conditions (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 211-2022 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of May 9, 2022 meeting (5-0)
• Approved minutes of May 16, 2022 meeting (5-0)

City Council

This is a procedural agenda for the Santa Fe Springs City Council meeting on June 7, 2022. The agenda lists only the agenda document and meeting materials, with no specific action items, discussions, or public hearings detailed. The meeting video and agenda packet are referenced as available.

The City Council approved a $48,500 task order for design of residential street improvements south of Florence Avenue, including Maidstone and Longworth Avenues. Council also directed staff to take steps to remove pine trees on Maidstone Avenue, survey other residential streets with pine trees, and review the current tree policy. The consent agenda, including reaffirming the COVID-19 local emergency and authorizing remote meetings, was approved unanimously.

• Approved $48,500 Task Order No. 3 to NV5, Inc. for street design (5-0)
• Directed removal of pine trees on Maidstone Avenue, survey of other streets, and tree policy review (consensus)
• Approved consent agenda including COVID-19 emergency resolution and remote meeting authorization (5-0)
• Approved implementation agreement with Gateway COG for Telegraph Road Complete Street Study (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 9793 waiving oil and gas requirements for abandoned well at 11212 Norwalk Blvd (5-0)
• Approved in-kind services agreement with SASSFA for FY 2022-2023 (5-0)
• Authorized disposal of surplus vehicles and equipment at public auction (5-0)
• Consensus to not move forward with Little Lake Park tournament field operation proposal

City Council

The provided document is a placeholder for a special meeting agenda and does not contain specific discussion topics or decisions. No details regarding ordinances, contracts, or public hearings are available in the source text.

The City Council, acting as the Water Utility Authority, unanimously approved the 2022-2025 Water Capital Improvement Plan. The plan includes upgrades to reservoirs, wells, and other water infrastructure, funded by $11 million in available funds. No public comments were made, and no other substantive decisions were taken.

• Approved 2022-2025 Water Capital Improvement Plan (5-0)

City Council

The provided document contains only the meeting agenda and materials list without specific item details. No decisions, proposals, or discussions are documented in the source text.

The City Council implemented Stage 1 of the Water Shortage Contingency Plan to comply with the state drought declaration, and adopted Resolution No. 9789 authorizing solid waste service rate increases after receiving only one protest. The council also approved several consent items, including reaffirming the COVID-19 local emergency and authorizing remote teleconference meetings, and approved out-of-state travel for a lifeguard instructor trainer course. All votes were unanimous except for the travel approval, which passed 4-1 with Council Member Sarno dissenting.

• Implemented Stage 1 Water Shortage Contingency Plan (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 9789 authorizing solid waste rate increases (5-0)
• Approved out-of-state travel for lifeguard instructor trainer course (4-1)
• Approved Little Lake Park parking lot improvements and authorized bids (5-0)
• Authorized extending water feature maintenance contract with current contractor (5-0)
• Approved $52,000 change order for Heritage Park train exhibit, with $28,000 appropriation (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 9792 approving salary schedule changes and Traffic Engineer position (5-0)
• Approved forwarding 2021 Housing Element Annual Progress Report to state (5-0)

Planning Commission

This is a procedural Planning Commission meeting agenda for May 16, 2022. The agenda contains only the agenda document and a meeting materials packet with reports; no specific action items, public hearings, or decisions are listed in the text provided.

• Agenda document (signed PDF)
• Meeting materials packet with reports

The Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend that the City Council authorize staff to forward the 2021 General Plan Housing Element Annual Progress Report to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) and the Governor's Office of Planning and Research (OPR). The commission also found the report exempt from CEQA under Section 15061(b)(3), determining it would have no significant environmental effect. No public comments were received, and the meeting adjourned at 6:50 p.m.

• Recommended City Council authorize forwarding 2021 Housing Element Annual Progress Report to HCD and OPR (4-0)
• Found Annual Progress Report exempt from CEQA under Section 15061(b)(3)

Planning Commission

This is a procedural Planning Commission meeting agenda for May 9, 2022, with no listed action items. The agenda includes only the agenda document, meeting materials, and a video link, with no specific decisions or discussions detailed.

• No specific items listed

The Planning Commission unanimously approved Zone Variance Case No. 93, which was continued from the April 11, 2022 meeting. The approval includes adopting Resolution No. 210-2022 and a CEQA categorical exemption. The commission also approved a consent item for a conditional use permit for an electronic waste recycling facility, requiring a compliance review by May 9, 2027. Two presentations were received: one on ADUs and one on 2021 Planning Department accomplishments.

• Approved Zone Variance Case No. 93 (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 210-2022 (4-0)
• Approved Consent Item 8A: Conditional Use Permit Case No. 623-2 (4-0)
• Received ADU study session presentation
• Received 2021 Planning and Development Department accomplishments presentation

City Council

This is a special City Council meeting agenda for May 3, 2022, but the provided text contains only the agenda and meeting materials links, with no specific action items, discussions, or decisions listed. The agenda appears to be procedural boilerplate, offering no concrete items for residents to track.

The City Council held a study session on the Aquatic Center's future, receiving staff presentations on repair, renovation, replacement, or closure options. No formal decision was made; the council directed staff to gather community input, including surveys and bilingual meetings, and to explore cost estimates. The option to demolish the pool was informally eliminated by the mayor.

• Held study session on Aquatic Center; no formal action taken
• Directed staff to explore community engagement, including surveys via GoSFSApp and social media
• Requested bilingual translators at community meetings
• Informally eliminated demolishing the pool as an option

City Council

The provided agenda for the Santa Fe Springs City Council meeting contains only procedural boilerplate and no specific discussion items or decisions.

The City Council approved a consent agenda including resolutions on COVID-19 emergency, remote meetings, fireworks permit suspension, and a zoning ordinance for water plants. It awarded a $714,619 contract to R.J. Noble for Pioneer Boulevard improvements, rejected a bid as non-responsive, and approved other items like a park parking lot contract and travel for planning staff.

• Approved consent agenda including Resolution 9781 (COVID emergency), 9782 (remote meetings), 9784 (fireworks permit suspension), Ordinance 1122 (water plants in M-2 zone) (5-0, Mora abstained on 8D)
• Awarded $714,619 contract to R.J. Noble for Pioneer Blvd improvements, rejected Dash Construction bid (5-0)
• Approved $580,938.50 contract to E.C. Construction for Santa Fe Springs Park parking lot (5-0)
• Approved out-of-state travel for planning directors to ICSC conference in Las Vegas (5-0)
• Approved CSU Long Beach student fieldwork agreement (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 9780 accepting California State Library Inspiration Grant for TechLab for Seniors (5-0)
• Approved Amendment Two to Westland Industries negotiation agreement, extending to Nov 17, 2022 (5-0)
• Made appointments: Mark Fresquez (Planning Commission), Danni Cook (Parks & Rec), Zulema Gamboa (Youth Leadership) (5-0)

City Council

This is a special City Council meeting agenda for April 20, 2022, but the provided text contains only procedural items (agenda and meeting materials) with no specific decisions or discussions listed. The agenda appears to be boilerplate, with substantive content likely in the linked PDF packet.

• Special meeting agenda (04-20-22 SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA.PDF)
• Meeting video and agenda packet (04-20-22 SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA PACKET.PDF)

City Council

This is a regular City Council meeting agenda containing only the agenda document and a link to the meeting video and agenda packet. No specific action items, discussions, or decisions are listed in the provided text.

• Agenda document (04-19-22 AGENDA.PDF)
• Meeting video link
• Agenda packet (04-19-22 AGENDA PACKET.PDF)

The City Council introduced Ordinance No. 1122, amending zoning rules to allow water-pumping and treatment plants in the M-2 Heavy Manufacturing zone, and passed its first reading. The council also approved the purchase of a 2022 Ford F-150 truck for $33,779.76, adopted Resolution No. 9779 updating the salary schedule, and approved several consent agenda items including reaffirming the COVID-19 local emergency and authorizing remote meetings. A request for out-of-state travel for a lifeguard instructor was tabled until after an upcoming study session on the aquatic center.

• Introduced Ordinance No. 1122 (zoning text amendment for water pumping/treatment plants in M-2 zone) - first reading passed (5-0)
• Approved purchase of one 2022 Ford F-150 truck from Central Sales & Leasing for $33,779.76 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 9779 approving changes to FY 2021-22 Salary Schedule and Communications Specialist position (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 9777 reaffirming local emergency due to COVID-19 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 9778 affirming remote teleconference meetings during state of emergency (5-0)
• Approved Underground Facilities License for Omega OU2, LLC (5-0)
• Tabled out-of-state travel for lifeguard instructor to Louisville, KY until after aquatic center study session
• Appointed Tim Arnold to Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

Planning Commission

The April 11, 2022 Planning Commission meeting was cancelled, as indicated by the notice of cancellation. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled

City Council

This is a procedural agenda with no substantive items listed. The City Council meeting for April 5, 2022, includes only the agenda document and a meeting video, with no specific decisions or discussions detailed.

• No specific action items listed

The City Council denied an appeal by the Supporters Alliance for Environmental Responsibility and approved Development Plan Approval Case No. 980, adopting Resolution No. 9774. The council also approved consent items including COVID-19 emergency resolutions, a final payment for a parking lot project, a paratransit agreement with Norwalk, and a web security contract. In new business, it authorized purchases for carpet replacement and a cut-away bus, and dissolved the Sister City Advisory Committee effective in three months.

• Denied appeal by Supporters Alliance for Environmental Responsibility and adopted Resolution No. 9774 approving Development Plan Case No. 980 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 9775 reaffirming local COVID-19 emergency (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 9776 affirming remote teleconference meetings (5-0)
• Approved final payment of $21,813.90 to Los Angeles Engineering, Inc. for Town Center Plaza Parking Lot Improvements (5-0)
• Approved 5-year Paratransit User Subsidy Program Management Agreement with City of Norwalk (5-0)
• Authorized $43,578.93 purchase of 3-year web security/email/archival support from GovConnection, Inc. (5-0)
• Authorized $61,343.88 purchase order for Police Services Center carpet replacement (5-0)
• Authorized $97,749.26 purchase of one Ford E-450 Cut-Away Bus from A-Z Bus Sales (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct closed session discussions. These sessions include conferences with legal counsel regarding existing and anticipated litigation, as well as an evaluation of the City Manager.

• Conference with legal counsel regarding City of Santa Fe Springs v. SFS Hospitality, LLC
• Conference with legal counsel regarding one case of anticipated litigation
• Closed session for City Manager evaluation

The City Council met in a special teleconference session on March 15, 2022. The agenda included closed-session discussions on existing and anticipated litigation, and a City Manager evaluation. No reportable action was taken, and the meeting adjourned at 5:53 p.m.

• Held closed session on litigation (City of Santa Fe Springs v. SFS Hospitality, LLC)
• Held closed session on anticipated litigation (one case)
• Held closed session on City Manager evaluation
• No reportable action taken

City Council

The City Council unanimously approved the FY 2021-2022 midyear budget review and modifications, including a $90,000 overtime item for public safety related to the Danby Avenue shootings. It also authorized the purchase and installation of new cubicle workstations for the Finance Department from People Space for $100,431.12, funded partly from General Fund reserves. All consent agenda items, including resolutions reaffirming the COVID-19 local emergency and remote meeting authorization, were approved unanimously. The council directed staff to bring back a future item to excuse and reinstate advisory committee members removed due to excessive absences related to technical difficulties.

• Approved FY 2021-2022 midyear budget adjustments (5-0)
• Authorized $100,431.12 purchase of Haworth furniture from People Space via OMNIA Partners contract (5-0)
• Approved $43,966 final payment to Jimenez Painting for Heritage Park train exhibit (5-0)
• Approved $13,500 final payment to Engineered Installation Solutions for Los Nietos Park Fitness Court (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 9770 reaffirming local COVID-19 emergency (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 9771 affirming remote teleconference meetings (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 9772 authorizing purchases to qualify for grant funding (5-0)
• Approved one-year extension of custodial services contract with EE Building Maintenance, 4.8% increase (5-0)

Planning Commission

The provided agenda text contains no specific decisions, proposals, or public hearings. It only lists the signed agenda PDF and a link to the meeting video. No substantive items are detailed in the source document.

The Santa Fe Springs Planning Commission approved a zoning text amendment allowing water-pumping and treatment plants as conditional uses in the M-2 zone, adopted Resolution No. 208-2022, and recommended City Council approval of Ordinance No. 1122. The commission also approved Modification Permit Case No. 1351 (Resolution No. 209-2022) and elected new officers for 2022. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved Zoning Text Amendment for water-pumping and treatment plants in M-2 zone (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 208-2022 for the zoning text amendment (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approval of Ordinance No. 1122 (5-0)
• Approved Modification Permit Case No. 1351 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 209-2022 for the modification permit (5-0)
• Elected Commissioner Jimenez as Chairperson (5-0)
• Elected Commissioner Carbajal as Vice Chairperson (5-0)
• Approved minutes of four prior meetings (5-0)

City Council

The City Council unanimously approved parking restrictions on Larwin Circle, adopted several routine resolutions including reaffirming the COVID-19 local emergency, and continued a development appeal hearing to April 5, 2022. The council also received the annual financial report and made one appointment to a committee.

• Adopted Resolution 9766: overnight parking restriction (6 p.m.–6 a.m.) with tow-away zone on Larwin Circle (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 9767: parking restriction for vehicles over 6,000 lbs on Larwin Circle (5-0)
• Continued appeal of Development Plan Approval Case No. 980 to April 5, 2022 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 9768 reaffirming local COVID-19 emergency (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 9769 affirming remote teleconference meetings authorization (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 9764 ordering Engineer's Report for Street Lighting District No. 1 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 9765 ordering Engineer's Report for Heritage Springs Assessment District (5-0)
• Renewed catch basin maintenance contract with Ron's Maintenance, Inc. for $31,760 (5-0)

Planning Commission

This is a procedural Planning Commission meeting agenda for February 23, 2022. It lists only the agenda and meeting materials, including a signed agenda PDF and a meeting video, with no specific action items, reports, or public hearings detailed in the text provided.

• Signed agenda PDF (PCMEETING 2-23-2022_SIGNED.PDF)
• Meeting video for February 23, 2022
• Reports PDF (PCMEETING 2-23-2022_W REPORTS.PDF)

The Santa Fe Springs Planning Commission approved an amendment to Development Plan Approval cases 948 and 949 for the Pioneer Boulevard Development Project, adopting Resolution No. 207-2022. The commission also continued a zoning text amendment for water-pumping and treatment plants in the M-2 zone to the next meeting and approved three alcohol sales conditional use permit compliance reviews. The election of commission officers was tabled, and a presentation on 2021 accomplishments was postponed due to technical difficulties.

• Approved Amendment to DPA Case Nos. 948 and 949 for Pioneer Boulevard project (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 207-2022 (5-0)
• Continued zoning text amendment for water-pumping and treatment plants in M-2 zone to March 14, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved Alcohol Sales CUP Case No. 11 compliance review for Springlake Liquor (5-0)
• Approved Alcohol Sales CUP Case No. 56 compliance review for 7-Eleven (5-0)
• Approved Alcohol Sales CUP Case No. 64 compliance review for Dickey's Barbecue Pit (5-0)
• Tabled election of Commission Officers for 2022

City Council

The City Council approved a $21,969 contract change order with General Pump Company for Water Well No. 2 assessment, and authorized the mayor to execute it. The council also approved consent agenda items, including reaffirming a local COVID-19 emergency, authorizing remote meetings, and awarding a $137,000 contract for Heritage Park train exhibit improvements. Public hearings were held for weed abatement, COPS grant funds, and CDBG funds, all approved unanimously. The council also approved agreements for Art Fest consulting, traffic signal maintenance with La Mirada, and advertising for Pioneer Boulevard construction bids.

• Approved Contract Change Order No. 1 with General Pump Company for $21,969 for Water Well No. 2 assessment.
• Adopted Resolution No. 9761 reaffirming local emergency due to COVID-19.
• Adopted Resolution No. 9762 authorizing remote teleconference meetings.
• Awarded contract to Color New Co. for $137,000 for Heritage Park Train Exhibit improvements.
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1121 changing zoning of a parcel from PF to R-3.
• Directed LA County to abate weeds, rubbish, and refuse as part of annual weed abatement.
• Approved expenditure of COPS grant funds as outlined in the plan.
• Approved agreement with City of La Mirada for traffic signal maintenance services.

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Santa Fe Springs Planning Commission scheduled for Monday, February 14, 2022, was adjourned. The meeting is rescheduled for Wednesday, February 23, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. via Zoom due to the observance of Lincoln’s Birthday.

• Adjournment of the February 14, 2022 meeting

City Council

The City Council unanimously approved a 54-unit condominium development at 11733 Florence Avenue, including a zone change and environmental review. It also unanimously adopted the Santa Fe Springs 2040 General Plan with the 2021-2029 Housing Element and certified the related Environmental Impact Report.

• Approved Resolution No. 9756 for 54-unit condo project at 11733 Florence Ave (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 1121 for zone change from Public Facilities to Multi-Family Residential (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 9760 certifying Final EIR for General Plan update (5-0)
• Adopted Santa Fe Springs 2040 General Plan and 2021-2029 Housing Element (5-0)

City Council

The City Council held a study session on the 2040 Comprehensive General Plan update and provided direction on outstanding items. Council unanimously directed staff to implement a 500-foot buffer from city residents only for new uses, and a majority directed maintaining a 500-foot buffer for existing and planned residential uses. Council also directed staff to deny a request to rezone a parcel at Norwalk Blvd & Lakeland Rd to light industrial, keeping its commercial designation. No formal votes were taken; the council will consider approval at a special meeting on February 8, 2022.

• Directed 500-foot buffer from city residents only for new uses (unanimous)
• Directed maintaining 500-foot buffer for existing and planned residential uses (majority)
• Directed staff to deny rezoning of Norwalk Blvd & Lakeland Rd parcel to light industrial

City Council

The City Council approved several routine consent items, including minutes and resolutions reaffirming the local COVID-19 emergency and remote meeting authorization. It also adopted a parking restriction on Painter Avenue and awarded a contract for residential street design south of Florence Avenue. The council received an update on the 2040 General Plan but took no action on it.

• Approved consent agenda items 8A-8E (5-0), including minutes, COVID-19 emergency resolution, remote meetings resolution, weed abatement resolution, and STP-L/HIP funds exchange agreement
• Adopted Resolution No. 9755 (5-0) for parking restrictions and tow-away zone on east side of Painter Avenue south of Florence Avenue
• Awarded $85,500 contract to NV5, Inc. for design of residential street improvements south of Florence Avenue (5-0)
• Appropriated $100,000 from Utility User Tax Capital Improvement Fund for the street design project
• Appointed Sally Gaitan, Frank Martinez, Jimmy Mendoza, and Elena Lopez (Boca) to advisory committees

City Council

This is a regular City Council meeting agenda. The agenda includes the meeting agenda document and a link to the meeting video, along with the full agenda packet. No specific action items are listed in the provided text.

The City Council held a study session on the 2040 Comprehensive General Plan update and took no formal action. Staff will return on February 8, 2022, to seek approval of the plan and Final Environmental Impact Report. Discussion focused on zoning options, nonconforming uses, and business community input. A placeholder for a follow-up meeting was set for February 3, 2022.

• No formal action taken on 2040 General Plan update (study session only)
• Scheduled placeholder for a special council meeting on February 3, 2022

Planning Commission

This is a procedural Planning Commission meeting agenda for January 24, 2022. It contains only the agenda document and a link to the meeting video, with no substantive items listed for decision or discussion.

The Santa Fe Springs Planning Commission unanimously approved four development projects (Tentative Parcel Map No. 83238, Development Plan Approvals 974, 975, and 991 with associated Conditional Use Permits) and adopted the 2040 Comprehensive General Plan Update including the 2021-2029 Housing Element. All votes were 5-0. The commission also approved the associated environmental documents (Mitigated Negative Declarations and the Draft Environmental Impact Report).

• Approved Tentative Parcel Map No. 83238 with Mitigated Negative Declaration (5-0)
• Approved Development Plan Approval Case No. 974 and Conditional Use Permit Case No. 811 (5-0)
• Approved Development Plan Approval Case No. 975 and Conditional Use Permit Case No. 812 (5-0)
• Approved Development Plan Approval Case No. 991 and Conditional Use Permit Case No. 827 (5-0)
• Approved Draft Environmental Impact Report and 2040 Comprehensive General Plan Update including 2021-2029 Housing Element (5-0)

City Council

This is a special meeting agenda for the Santa Fe Springs City Council. The agenda contains only procedural items: the agenda itself and meeting materials, including a video and packet. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

The City Council held a study session to receive a presentation from consultant MIG on the General Plan Update. No formal decisions were made; the session was for information and feedback. Discussion covered environmental justice, pollution reduction, land use designations, and potential redevelopment areas.

• Received General Plan Update presentation from MIG (no vote)
• Discussed pollution reduction goals and buffer zones (no action)
• Reviewed Preferred Draft Land Use Plan (no action)

City Council

This is a regular City Council meeting. The agenda includes only the agenda and meeting materials, with no specific action items listed. The meeting video and packet are provided for reference.

The City Council approved a consent agenda including resolutions reaffirming the COVID-19 local emergency and authorizing remote meetings, and authorized a Homekey program application for the Lakeland/Laurel affordable housing project. The council also adopted an urgency ordinance setting speed limits on certain streets, continued an appeal hearing to March 1, 2022, made committee appointments, and approved software licenses and salary schedule changes. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1120 setting speed limits on certain streets (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 9752 reaffirming local emergency due to COVID-19 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 9753 affirming remote teleconference meetings (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 9754 authorizing Homekey application for Lakeland/Laurel affordable housing (5-0)
• Continued appeal of Development Plan Approval Case No. 980 to March 1, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved 145 Microsoft Office software licenses from GovConnection, Inc. (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 9751 approving salary schedule changes effective Jan 3, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved final payment of $16,000 to Corral Construction & Development Inc. for park cabinets (5-0)

City Council

This is a regular City Council meeting agenda containing only procedural items: the agenda itself and the meeting materials packet. No specific policy decisions, ordinances, or contracts are listed for discussion or action.

• Agenda approval
• Meeting video availability
• Agenda packet review

The City Council held a study session to receive a presentation on the General Plan update from consultant MIG. No formal decisions were made; the council discussed concerns from the business community about land use changes and grant deadlines, and requested a follow-up study session for January 18, 2022, to review pros and cons of rezoning industrial zones and staff responses to questions.

• Scheduled follow-up study session for January 18, 2022, at 5:00 p.m.
• Received General Plan update presentation from MIG (no action taken)

Planning Commission

This is a procedural Planning Commission meeting agenda with no substantive items listed. The agenda includes only the agenda document and meeting materials, along with a video of the meeting. No decisions or discussions are specified.

The Planning Commission unanimously approved a major residential development by Melia Homes, including a General Plan Amendment, Zone Change, Tentative Tract Map, Development Plan Approval, and Modification Permit, along with a Mitigated Negative Declaration. The project faced public opposition but passed 5-0. The commission also approved a Conditional Use Permit for an existing facility and three consent items for continued operations of a cement batch facility, food processing facility, and digital billboard.

• Approved Melia Homes project (GPA 31, ZC 140, TTM 83383, DPA 982, MOD 1340) with Mitigated Negative Declaration (5-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit Case No. 658-1 (5-0)
• Approved Consent Item 9A: CUP 594-10 for cement batch facility (5-0)
• Approved Consent Item 9B: CUP 736-3 for food processing facility (5-0)
• Approved Consent Item 9C: CUP 793-1 for digital billboard (5-0)
• Approved minutes of December 13, 2021 meeting (5-0)

Planning Commission

This is a study session of the Santa Fe Springs Planning Commission. The agenda includes a meeting video and a report document, but no specific action items are listed. The meeting appears to be procedural, with materials for review.

The Planning Commission held a special meeting to receive a presentation on the General Plan update from consultant MIG. No formal decisions were made; the commission heard public comments and provided feedback. The meeting adjourned without any votes or resolutions.

• Received General Plan update presentation (no action taken)
• Heard public comments on General Plan update (no vote)

City Council

This is a procedural agenda for the Santa Fe Springs City Council meeting on January 5, 2022. It lists only the agenda and meeting materials, including a video and agenda packet, with no substantive items for decision or discussion.

• Agenda for January 5, 2022 meeting
• Meeting video available
• Agenda packet PDF provided

The City Council received a presentation from consultant MIG on the General Plan update, including housing needs, land use changes, and environmental justice. No formal decisions were made, but the Council agreed to hold an additional study session on January 11, 2022, to gather more community input. The meeting was procedural and informational only.

• Scheduled a study session for January 11, 2022 at 9:00 a.m. via Zoom
• Received General Plan update presentation from MIG (no vote)

City Council

The City Council is holding a regular meeting on January 4, 2022, with an amended agenda. The agenda includes standard procedural items and meeting materials. No specific action items are detailed in the provided text.

• Amended agenda for January 4, 2022, meeting
• Meeting video and agenda packet available

The City Council approved the consent agenda, including reaffirming the COVID-19 local emergency, authorizing remote teleconference meetings, accepting a $49,956.48 homeland security grant, and awarding contracts for road and facility improvements. The council also elected Annette Rodriguez as mayor and Councilmember Zamora as mayor pro tem.

• Approved minutes of Nov 29, 30 and Dec 22, 2021 special meetings
• Adopted Resolution No. 9748 reaffirming local emergency due to COVID-19
• Adopted Resolution No. 9749 authorizing remote teleconference meetings
• Accepted $49,956.48 SHSGP grant for rescue equipment
• Awarded $863,886 contract to Diamond Construction for Valley View/Rosecrans intersection improvements
• Awarded $138,000 contract to GDL Best Contractors for Clarke Estate and Betty Wilson Center improvements
• Adopted Resolution No. 9750 approving sales tax sharing agreement with Vernon for Fashion Nova
• Elected Annette Rodriguez as Mayor and Zamora as Mayor Pro Tem