Commerce public meetings in 2024
32 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning Commission
The Commerce Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed amendment to the city's zoning ordinance. The amendment would modify Section 19.07.070 to permit a 10 × 20 ft parking pad in the front‑yard setback of lots in Tract No. 37889. Staff reports, a site plan, a resolution, and the ordinance text will be reviewed. No other agenda items are listed.
- Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment No. 24‑01: allow 10 × 20 ft parking pad in front‑yard setback on lots in Tract 37889 (amends Section 19.07.070)
City Council
The City Council will conduct its annual selection of Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem for 2024-2025. The meeting also includes the declaration of results from the November 5, 2024, General Municipal Election.
- Selection of Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem for December 2024 to December 2025
- Declaration of results for the November 5, 2024, General Municipal Election
- Memorandum of Understanding with Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority regarding Proposition "C" funds
- Approval of the 2024 Engineering and Traffic Survey
- Speed hump installation on Neenah Street between Greenwood Avenue and Todd Avenue
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will meet to discuss a request to modify an existing variance. The body will consider whether to allow a freestanding readerboard to be increased in height and size.
- Variance No. 24-06: Request to increase freestanding readerboard height by 36 feet and size by 528 square feet per side
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding amendments to the 2021-2029 Housing Element and Negative Declaration. The body will also review zoning text for parking at the Village and consider staffing revisions for several city departments.
- Public hearing to amend the 2021-2029 Housing Element and Negative Declaration
- Construction contract award to Comet Electric, Inc. for the Traffic Signal Improvements Project
- Proposed zoning text amendment for parking at the Village
- Change order for the Garfield Median Improvements Project using Measure AA funds
- Staffing allocation revisions for Library Services, Parks and Recreation, Public Works, and City Clerk
City Council
The Commerce City Council will consider routine items such as approving Warrant Register No. 7A, adopting minutes from the October 8 meeting, and allocating $8,880 for 2025 household calendars. It will also vote on a drone show agreement for the city birthday opening at Rosewood Park, a 12‑month rental of security camera trailers using Measure AA funds, and two ordinances that approve commercial cannabis development agreements for sites at 5608 East Washington Boulevard and 3019 Vail Avenue. A presentation from the Sheriff's Department of Public Safety is scheduled as a separate item.
- Approval of Warrant Register No. 7A (routine financial items)
- Resolution allocating $8,880 for printing and distributing 2025 city calendars
- Agreement with Sky Elements Drone Shows Inc. for the city birthday opening ceremonies at Rosewood Park
- Rental of security camera trailers for a 12‑month period using Measure AA funding
- Adoption of ordinances approving commercial cannabis development agreements for 5608 East Washington Boulevard (VK Labs) and 3019 Vail Avenue (Long Beach Exchange)
City Council
The City Council will discuss development agreements for two commercial cannabis permits and a sublease agreement for 7025 Slauson Ave. The body is also considering the purchase and lease of two 2025 over-the-road buses and staffing revisions for three city departments.
- Development Agreement for commercial cannabis permit No. 18-047 at 3019 Vail Avenue
- Amended Development Agreement for cannabis testing permit No. 18-026 at 5608 East Washington Boulevard
- Purchase and Lease Agreements for two 2025 over-the-road buses
- Sublease Agreement with Amitim Group, LLC for 7025 Slauson Ave.
- Staffing revisions for Library Services, Parks and Recreation, and Public Works
City Council
The City Council will review compensation for unrepresented executive management employees and the adoption of the City's Title VI Program. The body will also consider the purchase of public safety equipment and various administrative approvals.
- Resolution approving compensation changes for Unrepresented Executive Management employees
- Adoption of the City's Title VI Program for submission to the Federal Transit Administration
- Purchase of seven new Motorola radios for the Public Safety Division
- Approval of Warrant Register Nos. 5A and 5B
- Appointments to City Commissions and Committees
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request to modify an existing variance. The body will discuss increasing the dimensions of a freestanding readerboard.
- Variance No. 24-06: Request to increase freestanding readerboard height by 36 feet and size by 528 square feet per side
City Council
The Commerce City Council and its Successor Agency will vote on routine consent‑calendar items, adopt a new Public Safety Pink Patch Program, and approve a five‑year Municipal Law Enforcement Services Agreement with the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. They will also add two part‑time positions to the Parks and Recreation Department and hold a public hearing on the 2021‑2029 Housing Element Update and Negative Declaration.
- Approval of Warrant Register Nos. 4A, 4B and 4C
- Adoption of the Public Safety Pink Patch Program
- Adoption of the 2024‑2029 Municipal Law Enforcement Services Agreement with Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department
- Approval of two additional part‑time positions in Parks & Recreation (Water Aerobics Instructor Guard and Zumba Fitness Instructor)
- Public hearing on the 2021‑2029 Housing Element Update and Negative Declaration
City Council
The council will adopt an emergency resolution to implement a $7 million DTSC‑ECRG grant for Veterans Park remediation, approving contracts with Ramboll American Engineering Solutions, Inc. for environmental oversight and B & D Construction Co., Inc. for remediation work. A closed‑session discussion will be held with real‑property negotiator Ernie Hernandez regarding properties at 7025 Slauson Ave., 6364 Zindell St., and 7316 E. Gage Ave. Public comment will be allowed before and after the closed session.
- Closed‑session real‑estate negotiations with Ernie Hernandez for 7025 Slauson Ave., 6364 Zindell St., and 7316 E. Gage Ave.
- Award of environmental services contract to Ramboll American Engineering Solutions, Inc.
- Award of remediation contract to B & D Construction Co., Inc. for Veterans Park
- Emergency resolution to implement the $7 million DTSC‑ECRG grant before expiration
City Council
The City Council will discuss the addition of a Transit Supervisor position for the Transportation Department. The body will also consider DBE Program Participation Goals for federal submission and various committee appointments.
- Proposed additional Transit Supervisor position for the Transportation Department
- Adoption of Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Program Participation Goals for FFY 2024-2025 through 2026-2027
- Approval of Warrant Register Nos. 3A, 25A, 3B and 25B
- Closed session real estate negotiations for 7025 Slauson Ave. and properties along the Telegraph Road Corridor
- Appointments to City Commissions and Committees
City Council
The City Council will meet to discuss several administrative and infrastructure items. Key actions include declaring residential property at 5440 Telegraph Road as surplus land and authorizing the replacement of HVAC units at various city facilities.
- Declaration of vacant residential parcel at 5440 Telegraph Road (APN: 6336-23-910, 911, 912, 913, 914, 915, 916, & 920) as surplus land
- Procurement and replacement of HVAC units at Rosewood Park, Bandini Park, and City Hall
- Authorization for transportation grant funding for fiscal year 2024-2025
- Amendment of the annual operating budget for fiscal year 2024-25
- Approval of Warrant Register Nos. 22A and 22B
Measure AA Advisory Committee
The Measure AA Advisory Committee will review a presentation regarding the current financial health of the Measure AA account. The committee will also receive a report and recommend a Capital Improvement Budget for Fiscal Year 2024/2025 to the City Council.
- Measure AA fund balance and financial health presentation
- Capital Improvement Program report and budget recommendation for FY 2024/2025
- Approval of June 20, 2023 meeting minutes
City Council
The Commerce City Council will consider routine contracts, budget adjustments, and interagency agreements. The council will also take a second reading on an ordinance that would prohibit the possession, sale, and discharge of dangerous fireworks, which would change local regulations and affect public safety. Scheduled actions include a presentation from the Sheriff’s Department, a vote opposing Assembly Bill 2986, and the award of a $2,029,351.06 construction contract for the Garfield Avenue Median Improvements Project.
- Second reading of an ordinance adding Chapter 16.05 to prohibit dangerous fireworks and establish penalties.
- Award of a $2,029,351.06 construction contract to Superb Engineering, Inc. for the Garfield Avenue Median Improvements Project.
- Approval of an agreement with the County of Los Angeles Probation Department for fiscal year 2024-2025.
- Authorization to purchase and replace HVAC units at Rosewood Park, Bandini Park, and City Hall using Measure AA funds.
- Vote on a letter of opposition to Assembly Bill 2986 regarding a proposed East Los Angeles Task Force.
City Council
The City Council will consider a professional services agreement for the Bristow Park Community Center and Library renovation. Other items include renaming a portion of Tubeway Avenue, amending employment agreements, and adopting an urgency ordinance regarding dangerous fireworks.
- Approval of $267,851.50 in Measure AA funding for Bristow Park Community Center and Library renovation
- Resolution to rename a portion of Tubeway Avenue after Haig Papaian
- Adoption of an Urgency Ordinance prohibiting the possession, sale, or discharge of dangerous fireworks
- First Amendment to Assistant City Manager Vilko Domic's employment agreement
- Approval of Warrant Registers No. 20A, 20B, and 20C
City Council
The City Council will meet to discuss real estate negotiations for the Mitsubishi property at 5440 Telegraph Road. The open session includes discussions on bus route modifications and an employment agreement amendment.
- Real estate negotiations regarding 5440 Telegraph Road
- First Amendment to Assistant City Manager Vilko Domic's employment agreement
- Resolution authorizing Global Urban Strategies, INC. for grant writing services
- Modifications to the 500 'Purple' route and addition of the 700 route
- Public employee performance evaluation for the Assistant City Manager
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a site plan review and conditional use permit for a new energy storage facility at 6920 E. Slauson Avenue. The commission will also review variance requests regarding wall heights at 6920 E. Slauson Avenue and 6904 East Slauson Avenue.
- Site Plan Review No. 24-01 and CUP No. 24-03 for a new energy storage facility at 6920 E. Slauson Avenue
- Variance No. 24-03 and No. 24-04 for parking relief and a 12-foot wall at 6920 E. Slauson Avenue
- Variance No. 24-05 for a 10- to 12-foot-high wall at 6904 East Slauson Avenue
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider two conditional use permit applications. These include a request for an instructional tasting license at 6046 E. Washington Boulevard and a manufacturing permit for leather goods at 5921 Sheila Street.
- Conditional Use Permit 24-01: Instructional Tasting License at 6046 E. Washington Boulevard
- Conditional Use Permit 24-02: Leather goods manufacturing at 5921 Sheila Street
- Approval of meeting minutes from December 20, 2023, and February 21, 2024
City Council
The City Council will consider several construction contract awards, vehicle purchases, and project acceptances. Discussion includes transit-oriented development planning and various street and park improvements.
- Award of construction contract to Excel Paving Company for Mixmaster Street Widening Project (Phase 2)
- Amended Grant Agreement for Office of Traffic and Safety in the amount of $87,812.00
- Purchase of a 2024 23' Diamond Shuttle Van from AZ Bus Sales for the Senior Center
- Agreement with Gillig, LLC. to purchase a 2024 40-foot battery-electric transit bus
- Approval of the Greenwood Avenue and Watcher Street Roundabout Pilot Project concept plan
City Council
The City Council will review real estate negotiations for Telegraph Road Corridor and Washington Boulevard properties during closed session. The open session includes consideration of a construction contract for pavement rehabilitation and several contract amendments. The council will also receive updates on code enforcement and the Sheriff's Department.
- Real estate negotiations for Telegraph Road Corridor and Washington Boulevard properties
- Construction contract award to All American Asphalt for Pavement Rehabilitation Project
- $35,200 contract increase for Moore Iacofano Goltsman Inc. environmental analysis
- Contract extension with GSI Environmental Inc. for 1350 South Eastern Avenue
- Resolutions calling for the November 5, 2024, General Municipal Election
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review two conditional use permit applications. One involves an instructional tasting license for beer, wine, or distilled spirits at 6046 E. Washington Boulevard. The second concerns a personal leather goods manufacturing establishment at 5921 Sheila Street.
- Conditional Use Permit No. 24-01: Instructional Tasting License (Type 86) at 6046 E. Washington Boulevard
- Conditional Use Permit No. 24-02: Leather goods manufacturing at 5921 Sheila Street
- Approval of meeting minutes from December 20, 2023, and February 21, 2024
Measure AA Advisory Committee
The Measure AA Advisory Committee will receive a report regarding the Capital Improvement Budget for Fiscal Year 2024/2025. The committee is tasked with providing a recommendation on this budget to be presented to the City Council for approval.
- Capital Improvement Program for FY 2024/2025
City Council
The Commerce City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct a closed session. The primary item involves a conference regarding the performance evaluation of the Assistant City Manager.
- Closed session: Public employee performance evaluation for Assistant City Manager
City Council
The City Council will consider an employment agreement for the City Manager position and a construction contract for the Bandini Library and Learning Center. Other items include updates on capital improvements, city recruitments, and landscape design for the Slauson Corridor.
- Employment agreement for the City Manager position
- Construction contract award to Armstrong Cal Builders, Inc. for the Bandini Library and Learning Center Project
- Slauson Corridor Median Landscape Improvements Concept Plan presentation
- Capital Improvement Program Update for FY 2023/2024
- Second Amendment to Professional Services Agreement with Nelson/Nygaard, Inc.
City Council
The Commerce City Council will hold a special meeting featuring a closed session regarding the recruitment, employment, or appointment of a City Manager. No other items are listed for open session discussion.
- Closed session conference regarding City Manager recruitment, employment, or appointment
City Council
The City Council will consider approving the Randolph Corridor Active Transportation Concept Plan Alternative B1 for bike facilities. The council is also scheduled to review real estate negotiations for properties on Washington Boulevard and South Atlantic Street during closed session. Additionally, the meeting includes updates on public safety and city recruitment status.
- Approval of Randolph Corridor Active Transportation Bike Facilities Improvements Concept Plan Alternative B1
- Agreement with St. Nick's Christmas Lighting & Decor Company for holiday decor services
- Acceptance of completion for the Senior Citizens Center, Bandini Park and Teen Center Reroofing Project
- Real estate negotiations for 6329 and 6355 Washington Boulevard (Stahl Trust property)
- Amendments to the Municipal Code regarding the City Manager position
City Council
The Council will confer in closed session regarding real estate negotiations for properties on Washington Boulevard and the Telegraph Road Corridor. The agenda also includes a vote on reserving city property for the Mixmaster Street Widening Project Phase 2.
- Real estate negotiations for 6329 and 6355 Washington Boulevard
- Property reservation for Mixmaster Street Widening Project Phase 2
- Contract award for outdoor fitness equipment at Rosewood Park
- Acceptance of the Senior Citizens Center and Bandini Park Reroofing Project
- Fund trade agreement with the City of El Segundo
City Council
The City Council will meet in closed session to discuss the City Manager position, labor negotiations for several executive management roles, and real estate transactions. The open session includes a public hearing regarding the Weed Abatement Program and the acceptance of completed infrastructure projects.
- Real estate negotiations with Wash-Tel Commerce, LLC regarding 6329 and 6355 Washington Boulevard
- Real estate negotiations with Craig Realty Corporation regarding properties on Telegraph Road and Gaspar Avenue
- Acceptance of the Ferguson Drive Sidewalk Improvements Project
- Acceptance of the Basketball/Volleyball Courts Resurfacing at Various City Parks Project
- Public hearing for the Weed Abatement Program abatement order
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review a variance for three residential units at 6942 Watcher Street. The commission will also consider a plot plan and variance for a new warehouse/office building at 6501 Flotilla Street.
- Variance No. 24-01: Three residential dwelling units at 6942 Watcher Street
- Plot Plan Review PPR-2023-12: Demolition and construction of a 158,917 square foot warehouse/office building at 6501 Flotilla Street
- Variance VAR-24-02: Reduction of solid waste receptacle size from 895 to 532 square feet at 6501 Flotilla Street
City Council
The City Council will consider a $9,059,952 energy services contract and a $300,000 appropriation for Bristow Park. The meeting also includes discussions on real estate negotiations and labor compensation during closed sessions.
- Public hearing for an energy services contract with Alliance Building Solutions for $9,059,952
- Concept plan and $300,000 appropriation for Bristow Park Improvements Project
- Real estate negotiations regarding 6329 and 6355 Washington Boulevard
- Real estate negotiations for properties along the Telegraph Road Corridor
- Labor negotiations regarding compensation and benefits for several full-time executive management employees
City Council
The City Council will consider several items including a $291,000 appropriation for Eastern Avenue restriping and an ordinance to revoke a commercial cannabis development agreement. Closed session discussions include labor negotiations for executive management and the City Manager position.
- $291,000 appropriation from Measure AA for Eastern Avenue restriping
- Fifth Amendment to Stantec Architecture, Incorporated for transit maintenance facility design
- Memorandum of Understanding with Water Replenishment District of Southern California
- Ordinance to repeal development agreement No. 784 at 6100 Bandini Boulevard
- Labor negotiations for unrepresented full-time executive management employees
City Council
The City Council will consider several items including a request for proposals for a new transit development plan. The council is also scheduled to review the completed Eastern Avenue Transit Hub Project and authorize funding for street restriping.
- Authorization of RFP for a Transit Oriented Development and Displacement Avoidance Plan
- Second Amendment to EFI Global agreement for environmental assessment at 5710 & 5788 Smithway
- $291,000 appropriation from Measure AA for Eastern Avenue restriping
- Presentation regarding public safety from the Sheriff's Department
- Resolution regarding energy services contract and financing for city facility improvements