Huntington Beach meeting summaries, agendas, and minutes

Council agenda takes up 205 Pecan ADU appeal and grant items; water board weighs returning program funds

Huntington Beach's City Council met Oct. 20 with a public hearing on an appeal of a Planning Commission action on a coastal development permit for 205 Pecan ADUs, alongside a consent calendar that listed a $500,000 allocation for the Surf City ADA Improvement Grant Program and a $270,000 appropriation from General Fund reserves. Minutes from that meeting have not been published, so the record reviewed here does not establish what the Council decided. The items below are drawn from agendas; where a body was scheduled to act, that is how it is described.

City Council: ADU appeal, grants and a labor agreement

The Oct. 20 City Council/Public Financing Authority agenda listed:

• A public hearing on Coastal Development Permit No. 26-006 (205 Pecan ADUs), an appeal of a Planning Commission action.
• Approval of $500,000 for the Surf City ADA Improvement Grant Program.
• Adoption of Resolution No. 2026-39 for the Huntington Beach Police Management Association MOU.
• Appropriation of $270,000 from General Fund reserves for HBPMA MOU implementation.
• Acceptance of a $561,300 California Office of Traffic Safety STEP Grant.

Water Board: returning cathodic protection funds

The West Orange County Water Board met Oct. 21 and was scheduled to ratify a budget amendment returning Cathodic Protection Program funds to member agencies, as part of an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2026-27 budget. The agenda also listed the Fund Report and ratification of bills, the Treasurer's Report, and the Operations and Maintenance Report.

Land use: three permits before the Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator scheduled public hearings Oct. 21 on three conditional use permits: modifying a 55-foot flagpole wireless facility at 6565 Edinger Avenue (Conditional Use Permit 26-003); installing a 72-inch high block/glass wall at 218 Knoxville Avenue (Conditional Use Permit 26-018); and building a 6,500 sq. ft. two-story home at 16662 Somerset Lane (Coastal Development Permit 26-011/CUP 26-006).

Parks, harbor and history items

The Community & Library Services Commission met Oct. 14 on capital improvement project updates for Robinwood Playground and Drew Playground, a drawing for the 2027 Meadowlark Charity Golf Tournament fundraiser host, and a proposed rescheduling of its November meeting to Nov. 12, 2026. The agenda also listed recognition of WAVE for fishing line recycling efforts and a report on Huntington Beach becoming Sensory Inclusive Certified by KultureCity.

The Harbor Commission met Oct. 22 for a presentation by Ashley Wysocki on Vendor Permitting Issues on Harbour Beaches, approval of Sept. 24, 2026 minutes, and reports from its infrastructure, vessels and watercraft, and water quality committees.

The Historic Resources Board met Oct. 21 for an update on the Newland House Restoration project, discussion of requests for plaques and signage, review of research requests and demolition reports, and discussion of creating an Oral History Program.

Cancellations and thin agendas

The Planning Commission's Oct. 13 regular meeting was cancelled; the next meeting is tentatively scheduled for Oct. 27. The CIAB/Public Works Commission meeting of Oct. 21 and the Personnel Commission meeting of Oct. 21 were also cancelled. The Intergovernmental Relations Committee agenda for Oct. 19 contained only procedural boilerplate, with no discussion items listed. The City Celebration Committee met Oct. 13 to plan remaining 2026 events and finalize 12 monthly themes for the 2027 calendar, including a November Veterans Day lemonade service and tree planting and December time capsule ideas.

Coming up

• **Oct. 26 — Communications Committee.** The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate; no items are listed.
• **Oct. 27 — Planning Commission.** A study session on General Plan Amendment No. 25-001, Zoning Text Amendment No. 25-002, Local Coastal Program Amendment No. 25-001, and Environmental Impact Report No. 25-002, all part of the Palm/Goldenwest Specific Plan amendment review.
• **Oct. 28 — Finance Commission.** Subcommittee updates (Meadowlark, Sports Complex, 4th of July) and discussion of artificial intelligence and the procurement of Big Swann Consulting.

Huntington Beach roundup: lobbying contracts, a $2.7 million workers' comp contract and an Edinger Avenue flagpole on the agendas

Agendas were posted for five Huntington Beach bodies in the past two weeks — the City Council/Public Financing Authority, the Design Review Board, the City Celebration Committee, the Finance Commission and the Community & Library Services Commission — and the Planning Commission's Oct. 13 meeting was cancelled. No minutes have been published for any of them, so the items below are what each body was scheduled to take up, not what was decided.

Council agenda listed $504,000 in lobbying contracts

The Oct. 6 City Council/Public Financing Authority agenda carried a consent calendar with a $270,000 contract with Kahn, Soares and Conway LLP for state legislative advocacy and a $234,000 contract with Stapleton & Associates for federal legislative advocacy — $504,000 combined.

The same consent calendar listed a $2,700,000 not-to-exceed contract with Intercare Holdings Insurance Services for workers' compensation third party administration and utilization review; a $628,600 contract award to Newbuild Construction and Restoration, Inc. for Newland House Museum & Water Tower Restoration, CC1788; and $541,750.28 to Rolcom, Inc. for Main Street Seatwall Improvements, CC1913.

Also on that agenda: a public hearing to adopt Resolution No. 2026-27 approving the FY 2026-27 annual assessment for the Huntington Beach Downtown Business Improvement District; a proposed Memorandum of Understanding with the Huntington Beach Police Management Association covering July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2029; and Resolution No. 2026-38 establishing an Art Center Advisory Committee. A 4:00 p.m. closed session was scheduled on labor negotiations, real property at 21091 Pacific Coast Highway, and several lawsuits.

Flagpole wireless facility at 6565 Edinger Avenue

The Design Review Board met Oct. 8 at 3:30 p.m. in Room B-8 at the Civic Center, 2000 Main Street, to consider Design Review No. 26-003 — modifying an existing flagpole wireless communication facility at 6565 Edinger Avenue to 54 feet overall height and widening the canister to 20 inches for one antenna and six RRHs. Staff recommended the board recommend approval to the Zoning Administrator with suggested conditions of approval. The board was also scheduled to vote on minutes from its Sept. 10 meeting.

The Zoning Administrator's Oct. 21 agenda lists Conditional Use Permit 26-003 for the same address as a "55-foot flagpole wireless facility." The two agendas state different heights.

Committees and a cancellation

The Planning Commission's Oct. 13 regular meeting was cancelled; the next meeting is tentatively scheduled for Oct. 27. The City Celebration Committee was scheduled to plan a November Veterans Day lemonade service and tree planting, discuss December time capsule ideas, and finalize 12 monthly event themes for the 2027 calendar. The Finance Commission was to discuss recommendations on a Request for Proposal for the 4th of July Subcommittee. The Community & Library Services Commission was scheduled to hold a drawing for the 2027 Meadowlark Charity Golf Tournament host, take updates on the Robinwood and Drew playgrounds, consider moving its November meeting to Nov. 12, recognize WAVE for fishing line recycling, and hear a report on the city becoming Sensory Inclusive Certified by KultureCity.

Coming up

Oct. 20 — City Council/Public Financing Authority: a public hearing on an appeal of a Planning Commission action on Coastal Development Permit No. 26-006 (205 Pecan ADUs); $500,000 for the Surf City ADA Improvement Grant Program; Resolution No. 2026-39 for the Police Management Association MOU and a $270,000 appropriation from General Fund reserves for its implementation; and acceptance of a $561,300 California Office of Traffic Safety STEP Grant.

Oct. 21 — Zoning Administrator: Conditional Use Permit 26-003 for the Edinger Avenue flagpole; CUP 26-018 for a 72-inch high block and glass wall at 218 Knoxville Avenue; and Coastal Development Permit 26-011/CUP 26-006 for a 6,500 sq. ft. two-story home at 16662 Somerset Lane.

Oct. 21 — Historic Resources Board: an update on the Newland House Restoration project, plaque and signage requests, and discussion of an Oral History Program.

Oct. 21 — West Orange County Water Board: ratification of a budget amendment returning Cathodic Protection Program funds to member agencies.

Oct. 22 — Harbor Commission: a presentation by Ashley Wysocki on vendor permitting issues on harbour beaches.

Also on Oct. 21, the CIAB/Public Works Commission and the Personnel Commission meetings were both cancelled. The Oct. 19 Intergovernmental Relations Committee agenda contains only procedural boilerplate, with no items listed.

Huntington Beach boards and committees meet, but no votes taken; senior van grant and housing amendment top agenda

No final decisions were made in the past two weeks. All meetings were agenda-only, with minutes not yet published. The most consequential item under discussion was a City Council public hearing on a grant to buy accessible vans for the Surf City Senior's on the Go! program.

City Council weighs senior van grant

At the Aug. 18 meeting, the City Council and Public Financing Authority held a public hearing on Resolution No. 2026-34, which would authorize an OCTA grant for accessible vans, with a $43,560 local match from the Equipment Replacement Fund. The agenda also included consent items: a $1,017,485 payment to DHCS for a CalOptima Health intergovernmental transfer agreement, a resolution accepting a CHP Cannabis Tax Fund grant for DUI enforcement and training, and a $4,600,000 budget amendment to return unexpended cathodic protection funds. A closed session covered labor negotiations and litigation.

Economic Development Committee discusses housing, parking, and code enforcement

The Economic Development Committee met Aug. 10 to discuss an amendment to the Essex & Gage Affordable Housing Agreement, an auto incentive beach parking pass program, downtown code enforcement, a tourism enhancement program update, and a project update for 21/22 Main Street. No final actions were taken; the committee may make recommendations to the City Council.

Other board and committee meetings

• **Intergovernmental Relations Committee** (Aug. 10) reviewed a draft for state and federal legislative advocacy services.
• **Historic Resources Board** (Aug. 10) reviewed a plaque design for America's 250th anniversary at the pier.
• **Community & Library Services Commission** (Aug. 12) reviewed an America 250 plaque and memorial bench, and recognized Eagle Scout projects at Lake Park, Huntington Central Park Dog Park, and Talbert Park.
• **Design Review Board** (Aug. 13) considered a flagpole wireless facility modification at 6565 Edinger Avenue (recommended denial) and six light poles at the Boys and Girls Club field (recommended approval).
• **Zoning Administrator** (Aug. 19) held public hearings on a new two-story home at 16471 Malden Circle and a wireless facility modification at 6565 Edinger Avenue, with staff recommending denial of the latter.
• **CIAB/Public Works Commission** (Aug. 19) reviewed a performance audit of the Sewer Service Fund and received a capital projects update.
• **Finance Commission** (Aug. 20) considered establishing a subcommittee as directed by the City Council.
• **City Celebration Committee** (Aug. 17) planned remaining 2026 events and began drafting the 2027 calendar.

Cancellations

The Planning Commission cancelled its Aug. 11 and Aug. 25 meetings. The next tentatively scheduled meeting is Sept. 8.

Coming up

• **Economic Development Committee** (Aug. 26, special meeting) will discuss the Essex & Gage Affordable Housing Agreement Amendment, an auto incentive beach parking pass program, a proposed digital sign deal, downtown code enforcement, tourism enhancement, and the Surf City ADA Improvement Grant Program.
• **Harbor Commission** (Aug. 27) will hear presentations on the Humolt Island Bridge Replacement Project and the Davenport Sewer Lift Station, plus reports from ad hoc committees.

All meetings are open to the public. Agendas and minutes are available on the city's website.

Huntington Beach Council to vote on $43,560 grant match for senior transport vans

The Huntington Beach City Council will vote on a $43,560 local match for an OCTA grant to purchase accessible vans for the Surf City Seniors on the Go! program at its Aug. 18 meeting. The item is the most consequential decision on the city's agenda this week. Recent meetings were largely discussion-only or cancelled, with no final votes recorded.

Recent meetings

The Aug. 4 City Council/Public Financing Authority meeting was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. The Planning Commission's Aug. 11 meeting was also cancelled.

Several boards and commissions met for discussion only, with no decisions taken:

• **Finance Commission (Aug. 5)** discussed cashflow projections and a landfill gas system analysis for a proposed sports complex, submitted by Commissioner Chennault.
• **Economic Development Committee (Aug. 10)** reviewed downtown code enforcement, an amendment to the Essex & Gage Affordable Housing Agreement, a tourism enhancement program update, a project update for 21/22 Main Street, and an auto incentive beach parking pass program. The committee may make recommendations to the City Council.
• **Intergovernmental Relations Committee (Aug. 10)** discussed a draft of the 2026 State and Federal Legislative Advocacy Services RFP and approved draft minutes from July 20.
• **Historic Resources Board (Aug. 10)** reviewed a plaque design commemorating America's 250th anniversary for installation at the pier.
• **Community & Library Services Commission (Aug. 12)** reviewed and recommended approval of an America 250 plaque at Pier Plaza Memorial and a donated America 250 Memorial Bench on City Hall property. It also recognized Eagle Scout projects and received a recap of the Independence Day celebration.
• **Design Review Board (Aug. 13)** considered two administrative items: a modification to a flagpole wireless facility at 6565 Edinger Avenue (recommended for denial) and six 22-foot light poles at the Boys and Girls Club field at 2309 Delaware Street (recommended for approval). No public hearings were held.

Upcoming meetings

The City Council/Public Financing Authority meets Aug. 18 at 6:00 PM in the Civic Center. In addition to the senior van grant, the consent calendar includes:

• A $1,017,485 payment to DHCS for a CalOptima Health intergovernmental transfer agreement.
• Resolution No. 2026-33 accepting a CHP Cannabis Tax Fund grant for DUI enforcement and training.
• A $4,600,000 budget amendment to return unexpended cathodic protection funds.

The council will also hold a closed session on labor negotiations, real property negotiation (APN 110-151-10/11), and litigation.

On Aug. 19, the Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing on two permits: a new 6,600-square-foot two-story home with a rooftop deck at 16471 Malden Circle (Coastal Development Permit No. 26-010 and Conditional Use Permit No. 26-005), and a modification to the flagpole wireless facility at 6565 Edinger Avenue (Conditional Use Permit No. 26-003), for which staff recommends denial.

Also on Aug. 19, the Historic Resources Board will review a rendering of the America 250 plaque and a memo on the historic significance of 711 Main Street. The CIAB/Public Works Commission will review a performance audit of the Sewer Service Fund for FY 2025/26 and receive a capital projects update.

Coming up

• **City Celebration Committee** – Aug. 17, planning remaining 2026 events and drafting the 2027 calendar.
• **City Council/Public Financing Authority** – Aug. 18, 6:00 PM, Civic Center.
• **Historic Resources Board** – Aug. 19.
• **Zoning Administrator** – Aug. 19, public hearing on two permits.
• **CIAB/Public Works Commission** – Aug. 19.
• **Harbor Commission** – Aug. 27, presentations on the Humbolt Island Bridge Replacement Project and Davenport Sewer Lift Station.

Huntington Beach meetings cancelled, no decisions made this week

No formal decisions were made by Huntington Beach boards or commissions in the past week, as several scheduled meetings were cancelled and one discussion-only session produced no votes. The City Council/Public Financing Authority meeting set for August 4 was called off because a quorum was not present, and the Planning Commission cancelled its July 28 regular meeting. The next City Council meeting is scheduled for August 18 at 6:00 PM in the Civic Center.

City Council and Public Financing Authority

The August 4 joint meeting of the City Council and Public Financing Authority was cancelled due to lack of quorum. No items were discussed or decided. The next regular meeting is set for August 18, 2026, at 6:00 PM in the Civic Center.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission cancelled its July 28, 2026 regular meeting. No items were on the agenda. The commission also cancelled its August 11, 2026 meeting; the next tentatively scheduled meeting is August 25, 2026.

Communications Committee

The Communications Committee met on July 28, 2026, to review public information updates and city programming. Agenda items included approval of April 27, 2026 meeting minutes, social media and city celebration content, HBTV streaming updates, a Spectrum HD PEG Channel upgrade, and Frontier PEG Channel outage updates. Minutes from this meeting have not yet been published, and no votes were reported.

Finance Commission

The Finance Commission held a special meeting on August 5, 2026, to discuss a proposed sports complex. The agenda listed a discussion of cashflow projections and a landfill gas system analysis submitted by Commissioner Chennault. The item was listed for discussion only; no votes or decisions were scheduled.

Economic Development Committee (Upcoming)

The Economic Development Committee will meet on August 10, 2026, to discuss several items, including code enforcement in downtown, an amendment to the Essex & Gage Affordable Housing Agreement, a tourism enhancement program update, a project update for 21/22 Main Street, and an auto incentive beach parking pass program. The committee may make recommendations to the City Council, but no final actions will be taken at this meeting.

Design Review Board (Upcoming)

The Design Review Board will meet on August 13, 2026, to consider two administrative items. The first is a modification to an existing flagpole wireless facility at 6565 Edinger Avenue, involving a 56-foot-tall flagpole with a 50-inch canister and six antennas. Staff recommends denial of Design Review No. 26-003 for this facility. The second item is a proposal for six 22-foot light poles at the Boys and Girls Club sports field at 2309 Delaware Street, with a recommendation to approve Design Review No. 26-009. The board will also approve minutes from its May 14, 2026 meeting. No public hearings are scheduled.

Coming up

• **Economic Development Committee** – August 10, 2026 (discussion only)
• **Planning Commission** – August 11, 2026 (cancelled)
• **Design Review Board** – August 13, 2026 (administrative items)
• **City Council/Public Financing Authority** – August 18, 2026, 6:00 PM, Civic Center

Huntington Beach Council Set for Closed-Session Labor, Property Talks; Planning Commission Meeting Cancelled

Huntington Beach's City Council and Public Financing Authority were scheduled to meet July 21, 2026, for closed-session conferences with labor negotiators representing the Police Officers' Association and Firefighters' Association, plus real-property negotiations involving two city sites. Because minutes have not yet been published, no outcomes or vote tallies are available for any of the meetings covered in this roundup.

City Council / Public Financing Authority — July 21

The agenda listed closed-session conferences with labor negotiators for the Huntington Beach Police Officers' Association and Huntington Beach Firefighters' Association, both under Government Code 54957.6. The council also planned real-property negotiations for 17732 Goldenwest St (APN 111-010-69) with Michael and Christina Bartusick dba Park Bench Cafe, and for 21091 Pacific Coast Highway (APN 024-281-16) with Pouya Honari of Pacific City Hotel, LLC dba Pasea Hotel and Spa. A closed-session conference with legal counsel on Bonta v. City of Huntington Beach (Case No. 30-2023-01312235-CU-WM-CJC) was also scheduled. The open portion included public comments, community event announcements, and a business highlight presentation. No minutes have been published, so no actions can be confirmed.

Intergovernmental Relations Committee — July 20

The committee agenda included approval of June 15, 2026 meeting minutes, a state legislative update, and review of an early renewal application for the Walt Disney Company's KABC license. Members were also scheduled to give updates and discuss future meeting topics. No outcomes are available.

Finance Commission — July 22

Commissioner Chennault placed discussion items on the agenda: item 26-6462, a Huntington Beach Sports Complex proposal; an HBSC concessions update; and a comparison of sports turf versus natural grass. Commissioner Cicerone was set to present item 26-6294, a Meadowlark Subcommittee update, and item 26-6305, a discussion of the city budget process and opportunities for improvement. No votes or recommendations are confirmed.

Investment Advisory Board — July 23

The board was scheduled to approve minutes from its April 23, 2026 meeting (agenda item 26-570 C1) and review the draft Q4 2025–2026 investment report (agenda item 26-569 D1). An overview of a supplemental retirement program was also listed. Public comments were limited to three minutes per speaker, with no action allowed on non-agendized items.

Harbor Commission — July 23

The commission agenda called for rotation of the Chairperson and Vice Chairperson positions and approval of June 25, 2026 meeting minutes. Reports from three ad hoc committees — Infrastructure, Vessels and Watercraft, and Water Quality — were also scheduled.

Communications Committee — July 28

The committee was set to approve April 27, 2026 meeting minutes and review public information updates covering social media and city celebration content. Other agenda items included HBTV streaming and content updates, a Spectrum HD PEG Channel upgrade update, and Frontier PEG Channel outage updates.

Planning Commission — July 28 (Cancelled)

The regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for July 28, 2026, was cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.

Coming Up

• **City Council / Public Financing Authority — August 4, 2026:** Cancelled due to lack of a quorum. The next meeting is set for August 18, 2026, at 6:00 PM in Civic Center.

All meetings listed above are reflected as agenda-only items; minutes have not yet been published. Readers should consult the city's official agendas and minutes for confirmed actions and vote tallies.

Huntington Beach Council Takes Up Pier Stairs Advertising Pilot; Zoning Administrator Reviews ADUs and Café License

Huntington Beach's City Council was scheduled July 7 to vote on a one-year advertising pilot for the pier stairs and a contract amendment for police background checks, while also holding a study session on proposed improvements to the Huntington Beach Sports Complex. Minutes from the meeting have not yet been published, so outcomes are not yet confirmed.

City Council / Public Financing Authority — July 7

The July 7 agenda listed several items for council action and discussion:

• A one-year pier stairs advertising pilot and contract amendment with Rio Media and Advertising.
• A contract amendment with LM Investigations, LLC for additional police background check compensation.
• A study session on proposed improvements to the Huntington Beach Sports Complex.
• Closed-session labor negotiations with police and fire employee associations.
• Real property negotiation for 17732 Goldenwest St.

Because only the agenda is available, no vote tallies, dollar amounts, or decisions can be reported. The official minutes, once published, will be the authoritative record.

Zoning Administrator — July 15

The Zoning Administrator was scheduled to consider two coastal development permits:

• Coastal Development Permit 26-006 for two accessory dwelling units (ADUs) at 205 Pecan Avenue.
• Conditional Use Permit 26-010 for Boardriders Café's ABC license (beer and wine).

Staff was set to find both projects categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The next Zoning Administrator meeting is scheduled for August 5, 2026.

City Celebration Committee — July 13

The committee reviewed the 2026 event calendar and began planning for 2027. Items on the agenda included:

• Review of 2026 monthly themes, from "Foundations of Freedom" to "Seasons of Remembrance."
• Planning for a July 31 National Treasure Movie Night.
• Rescheduling of an American Dream event with Dr. Stefan Bean and Supervisor Nguyen.
• A September 15 City Council Meeting Reading of the Preamble.
• Discussion of December time capsule ideas.

The agenda noted planning tied to the America 250 semiquincentennial.

Cancelled and Procedural Meetings

• The Community & Library Services Commission's July 8 meeting was cancelled due to a lack of required action. Its next regular meeting is August 12, 2026, at 6:00 PM in the City Council Chambers.
• The Citizen's Infrastructure Advisory Board/Public Works Commission meeting scheduled for July 15 was cancelled.
• The Personnel Commission met July 15 with only procedural items on the agenda — call to order, public comments, approval of minutes, and committee reports. No proposals, ordinances, or financial decisions were listed.

Coming Up

• **July 20 — Intergovernmental Relations Committee:** Will review June 15 meeting minutes, receive a state legislative update, and review an early renewal application for the Walt Disney Company's KABC license.
• **July 21 — City Council/Public Financing Authority:** Closed-session labor negotiations with the Police Officers' Association and Firefighters' Association; real-property negotiations for 17732 Goldenwest St (APN 111-010-69) with Michael and Christina Bartusick dba Park Bench Cafe, and for 21091 Pacific Coast Highway (APN 024-281-16) with Pouya Honari – Pacific City Hotel, LLC dba Pasea Hotel and Spa; and a closed conference with legal counsel on *Bonta v. City of Huntington Beach* (Case No. 30-2023-01312235-CU-WM-CJC).
• **July 22 — Finance Commission:** Discussion of the Huntington Beach Sports Complex proposal, an HBSC concessions update, a sports turf versus natural grass comparison, a Meadowlark subcommittee update, and a discussion of the city budget process.
• **July 23 — Harbor Commission:** Rotation of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson, plus reports from the Infrastructure, Vessels and Watercraft, and Water Quality ad hoc committees.

Huntington Beach Council to Vote on Pier Stairs Advertising Pilot; Zoning Administrator Weighs New Home, Parking Reduction

Huntington Beach officials have a busy stretch of meetings behind them and ahead, with the City Council scheduled to vote on a one-year advertising pilot for the pier stairs and a contract amendment for police background checks. However, minutes have not yet been published for any of the recent meetings, so outcomes are not yet confirmed in the public record.

City Council — July 7

The City Council/Public Financing Authority agenda for July 7 lists several action items, though minutes are not yet available to confirm what was decided.

Scheduled items include:

• A one-year pier stairs advertising pilot and contract amendment with Rio Media and Advertising.
• A contract amendment with LM Investigations, LLC for additional police background check compensation.
• A study session on proposed improvements to the Huntington Beach Sports Complex.
• Closed session labor negotiations with police and fire employee associations.
• Real property negotiation for 17732 Goldenwest St.

Because minutes have not been published, the results of any votes are not yet part of the public record.

City Council — July 1 (Special Closed Session)

A special council meeting on July 1 was limited to closed-session conferences with legal counsel on two lawsuits: *People of California v. City of Huntington Beach* (Case No. 30-2023-01312235) and *Southwest Voter Registration Education Project v. City of Huntington Beach* (Case No. 30-2024-01397379). No public hearings, policy votes, or routine business were scheduled. Minutes are not yet published.

Zoning Administrator — July 1

The Zoning Administrator agenda for July 1 included two items:

• A Conditional Use Permit for a parking reduction for HB Optometry at 6012 Edinger Avenue.
• A Coastal Development Permit for demolition of an existing home and construction of a new 4,950 sq. ft. residence at 16661 Carousel Lane.

Minutes are not yet published, so no outcomes are confirmed.

Community & Library Services Commission — July 8

The July 8 meeting of the Community & Library Services Commission was cancelled due to a lack of required action. The commission is scheduled to resume its regular meetings on August 12, 2026, at 6:00 PM in the City Council Chambers.

Coming Up

• **City Celebration Committee — July 13 (today):** Review of the 2026 event calendar, including the America 250 semiquincentennial, a July 31 National Treasure Movie Night, rescheduling of an American Dream event with Dr. Stefan Bean and Supervisor Nguyen, a September 15 City Council reading of the Preamble, and discussion of December time capsule ideas.
• **Zoning Administrator — July 15:** Two Coastal Development Permits are on the agenda — one for two accessory dwelling units at 205 Pecan Avenue (CDP 26-006) and a Conditional Use Permit for a beer and wine license at Boardriders Café (CUP 26-010). Staff will seek to find the projects categorically exempt from CEQA.
• **Personnel Commission — July 15:** Regular meeting with only procedural items listed; no substantive proposals, ordinances, or financial decisions are on the agenda.
• **CIAB/Public Works Commission — July 15:** Meeting cancelled.
• **Harbor Commission — July 23:** Rotation of the Chairperson and Vice Chairperson, plus reports from the Infrastructure, Vessels and Watercraft, and Water Quality ad hoc committees, and approval of June 25 meeting minutes.

Huntington Beach Meeting Roundup: Marina Project, Flood Management, and Upcoming Council Votes

Most of Huntington Beach's advisory bodies met in late June and early July, but minutes have not yet been published for any of those sessions, so outcomes are not yet available. Agendas show the Planning Commission, Finance Commission, Harbor Commission, Zoning Administrator, and City Council all convened, with topics ranging from a floating office at Peter's Landing Marina to closed-session litigation review.

Planning Commission — Floating Office and Restroom at Peter's Landing Marina

On June 23, the Planning Commission was scheduled to consider Conditional Use Permit No. 25-033, which would allow a 420-square-foot floating restroom and a 580-square-foot floating office at 16340 Pacific Coast Highway, in the Huntington Harbour area. The commission was also set to approve minutes from its April 28 and May 12 meetings. Because only the agenda is available, the commission's decision on the permit is not yet confirmed.

Finance Commission — Asset Audits and Budget Questions

The Finance Commission met June 24 to review subcommittee updates on the Sports Complex and Meadowlark, along with audits of city assets including the yacht, sports center, and equestrian facilities. Commissioners also had budget questions for fiscal year 26/27 on the agenda. No minutes have been published, so any recommendations or findings are not yet on the record.

Harbor Commission — Bolsa Chica Channel Flood Management

On June 25, the Harbor Commission was scheduled to hear a presentation on the Bolsa Chica Channel Flood Management Program from Orange County officials. The agenda also included reports from three ad hoc committees: Infrastructure, Vessels and Watercraft, and Water Quality. Outcomes are pending publication of minutes.

Zoning Administrator — Parking Reduction and New Home on Carousel Lane

The Zoning Administrator met July 1 to consider two items: a conditional use permit for a parking reduction at HB Optometry, 6012 Edinger Avenue, and a coastal development permit to demolish an existing home and build a new 4,950-square-foot residence at 16661 Carousel Lane. No minutes are available yet.

City Council — Closed-Session Litigation Review

The City Council held a special meeting July 1 focused entirely on closed-session conferences with legal counsel regarding two lawsuits: People of California v. City of Huntington Beach (Case No. 30-2023-01312235) and Southwest Voter Registration Education Project v. City of Huntington Beach (Case No. 30-2024-01397379). No public hearings, policy votes, or routine business were scheduled. Details of closed-session discussions are not public.

Coming Up

July 7 — City Council/Public Financing Authority: The council is scheduled to vote on a one-year advertising pilot for the pier stairs, with a contract amendment involving Rio Media and Advertising. Also on the agenda: a contract amendment with LM Investigations, LLC for additional police background check compensation; a study session on proposed improvements to the Huntington Beach Sports Complex; closed-session labor negotiations with police and fire employee associations; and a real property negotiation for 17732 Goldenwest St.

July 8 — Community & Library Services Commission: This meeting is cancelled due to a lack of required action. The commission's next regular meeting is scheduled for August 12, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers.

Pier Stairs Advertising Pilot, Sports Complex Upgrades Headline City Council Agenda

Huntington Beach city leaders this week will consider a one-year advertising pilot on the pier stairs and a study session on improvements to the Sports Complex, while several commission agendas in recent weeks covered a floating office at Peter’s Landing Marina, flood management and a new optometry parking reduction. No votes were reported from the meetings, as final minutes have not yet been published.

Planning Commission (June 23)

The commission’s agenda included a conditional use permit for a new 420-square-foot floating restroom and a 580-square-foot floating office at 16340 Pacific Coast Highway, in Huntington Harbour. The project, at Peter’s Landing Marina, is part of a marine-structures proposal. Commissioners also were scheduled to approve minutes from two previous meetings.

Finance Commission (June 24)

Subcommittee updates on the Sports Complex and Meadowlark led the discussion. Commissioners reviewed audits of city assets—including the yacht, sports center and equestrian facilities—and fielded questions about the fiscal year 2026-27 budget.

Harbor Commission (June 25)

Orange County officials presented on the Bolsa Chica Channel Flood Management Program. Reports followed from ad hoc committees on infrastructure, vessels and watercraft, and water quality.

Zoning Administrator (July 1)

Two land-use items were on the agenda: a conditional use permit to reduce parking for HB Optometry at 6012 Edinger Avenue, and a coastal development permit to demolish an existing home and build a new 4,950-square-foot residence at 16661 Carousel Lane.

City Council/Public Financing Authority (July 1)

The council met in closed session to discuss two lawsuits: People of California v. City of Huntington Beach (Case No. 30-2023-01312235) and Southwest Voter Registration Education Project v. City of Huntington Beach (Case No. 30-2024-01397379). No public actions were taken.

Coming up

July 7 – City Council/Public Financing Authority: The council will vote on a one-year pier stairs advertising pilot and a contract amendment with Rio Media and Advertising. An amendment with LM Investigations, LLC for police background-check compensation is also up for approval. A study session on proposed Sports Complex improvements is scheduled. Closed-session labor negotiations with police and fire unions, and a real property matter at 17732 Goldenwest St., round out the agenda.

July 8 – Community & Library Services Commission: The regular meeting is cancelled. The commission will next meet on Aug. 12 at 6 p.m. in the City Council Chambers.