Commerce public meetings in 2025
29 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing on extending a citywide moratorium on new home-sharing and vacation rentals for 10 months and 15 days, until June 28, 2026. Other items include a proposed multijurisdictional advocacy coalition with four neighboring cities, a conceptual rendering for a military monument at Rosewood Park (estimated $850K–$1M), and the launch of a pilot public art program called Walls of Freedom. The council will also receive a sheriff's department update on public safety.
- Public hearing to extend Interim Urgency Ordinance No. 821, continuing moratorium on home-sharing/vacation rentals through June 28, 2026
- Memorandum of Understanding with Commerce, Industry, Irwindale, Santa Fe Springs, and Vernon to form a regional advocacy coalition
- Conceptual rendering for a proposed Military Monument at Rosewood Park with estimated cost of $850,000–$1,000,000
- Pilot program "Walls of Freedom" public art project in the Bristow Park area
- Selection of artwork from five artists (Daniel Antelo, Jerome Castro, Ruben Rojas, Nerv, Alejandro 'Man One' Poli Jr.) for Arts in Public Places
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will hold a closed session to discuss four potential litigation matters. During open session, the council will vote on consent items including an ordinance amending card club pointholders minimum interest, a library policy update, and a contract amendment with Clean Energy. Scheduled items include a Sheriff's Department public safety update, committee appointments, and a decision on creative crosswalks installation with a contract award to Shariden Design Asphalt Inc.
- Ordinance amending card club pointholders minimum interest (second reading)
- Fourth amendment to professional services agreement with Clean Energy
- Update to Library's Collections Development Policy aligning with California Freedom to Read Act
- Consideration of creative crosswalks installation and contract award with Shariden Design Asphalt Inc.
- Presentation and update from Sheriff's Department on public safety in Commerce
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Commerce City Council is holding a special meeting with a closed session on two potential litigation matters, followed by open session where they will receive updates on the Commerce Cannabis Program and a presentation on digital billboards, with possible related actions.
- Closed session conference on anticipated/potential litigation for two matters
- Commerce Cannabis Program update – receive and file, possible action
- Presentation regarding digital billboards – receive and file, possible action
City Council
The City Council will hold a closed session to discuss potential litigation and real estate negotiations for the Commerce Refuse-to-Energy Authority Facility site at 5926 Sheela Street. In open session, the council will consider a consent calendar including warrants, minutes, transportation grants, and agreements. Scheduled matters include a presentation on a proposed Residential Parking Permit Program, a purchase of 25 bus shelters, and an update on the DTSC Exide cleanup. A public hearing will introduce an ordinance amending card club pointholder minimum interest.
- Closed session on real estate negotiations for Commerce Refuse-to-Energy Authority Facility site at 5926 Sheela Street
- Amended license agreement with Commerce Energy Storage, LLC for transmission lines along South Garfield Avenue
- Presentation and discussion on Residential Parking Permit Program and Parking T's Program pilot locations
- Purchase of 25 bus shelters (Model: 12' Empire Transit Shelter) for transit operations at $138,000
- Introduction and first reading of ordinance amending card club pointholder minimum interest (Title 5, Chapter 5.48)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will meet to consider introducing and adopting Ordinance 707. This urgency interim ordinance would establish a citywide 45-day moratorium on home-sharing and vacation rental uses.
- Ordinance 707: Temporary Moratorium on Home-Sharing and Vacation Rentals
City Council
The Commerce City Council will discuss an urgency interim ordinance that would create a citywide 45‑day moratorium on home‑sharing and vacation‑rental uses. The ordinance is identified as Ordinance 707. No other items are listed on the agenda.
- Urgency Interim Ordinance 707 – temporary 45‑day moratorium on home‑sharing and vacation rentals
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing to confirm 2024-2025 weed abatement charges. The body is also considering several infrastructure approvals, including bus shelter purchases and the completion of window and fan installations at the Brenda Villa Aquatic Center.
- Public hearing for 2024-2025 Weed Abatement Charges
- Purchase of 25 bus shelters and accessories (Model: 12' Empire Transit Shelter)
- Project acceptance for Brenda Villa Aquatic Center sectional glass windows and heavy-duty fans
- Grant of an easement to Southern California Edison across Lot D in the Wash-Tel property
- Approval of a Fund Trade Agreement for Proposition A funds with the City of Diamond Bar
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will decide on a plan to reorganize the Parks and Recreation, Economic Development, and Human Resources departments, effective September 1, 2025, and adopt updated salary schedules for all employee categories. Presentations will be given on the Gateway Cities Regional Fiber Optic Network Project and on digital billboards. The meeting begins with a closed session to discuss two potential litigation matters.
- Approval of organizational restructuring affecting Parks and Recreation, Economic Development, and Human Resources departments
- Adoption of 2025-26 salary schedules for executive, full-time, and part-time employees
- Closed session discussion on two anticipated/potential litigation matters
- Presentation on Gateway Cities Regional Fiber Optic Network Project with possible direction
- Presentation from Terra Realty Advisors on digital billboards with possible direction
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Council will convene a closed session to discuss potential litigation with legal counsel and real estate negotiations for the Refuse-to-Energy Authority site. It will consider a change order to purchase a new 2025 40' battery electric low‑floor bus for up to $1,803,051. A public hearing will be held on the appeal of the Planning Commission’s approval of a hotel conditional use permit at 500 Citadel Drive.
- Closed session conference with legal counsel on five anticipated litigation matters
- Change Order #1: purchase of a new 2025 40' battery electric low‑floor bus, not to exceed $1,803,051
- Amendment No. 1 to the Freeway Maintenance Agreement with Caltrans
- Rate adjustment request by Athens Services for a 6.14% increase in residential refuse and recycling fees
- Public hearing on appeal of Conditional Use Permit No. 25-02 for a hotel at 500 Citadel Drive
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Council will approve the city's annual budget for fiscal year 2025-26, including appropriations limits, salary schedule, and reserve policy. It will also consider a public hearing on a hotel conditional use permit at 500 Citadel Drive and several contracts and agreements, such as the TransTrack maintenance amendment and a reimbursement agreement with Union Pacific Railroad. Additional items include updates from the Sheriff's Department and a temporary use permit for 2909 Supply Avenue.
- Adoption of resolutions approving the FY 2025-26 budget, appropriations limit, salary schedule, and reserve policy
- Public hearing on Appeal of Planning Commission decision for a hotel use at 500 Citadel Drive (C-2 zone)
- Resolution approving Fourth Amendment to TransTrack Systems, Inc. Maintenance and Support Agreement
- Resolution approving reimbursement agreement with Union Pacific Railroad for Randolph Corridor Active Transportation Project
- Consideration of Temporary Use Permit No. 2025-025 for 2909 Supply Avenue
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Commerce City Council is holding a special meeting that consists solely of a closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding one anticipated or potential litigation matter. No open session business is scheduled.
- Closed session under Gov. Code §§ 54956.9(d)(2) & (e)(2) for one anticipated/potential litigation matter
City Council
The City Council will review the proposed operating budget and Capital Improvement Program for fiscal year 2025/2026. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding the city's annual status of vacancies, recruitment, and retention efforts.
- Presentation and review of proposed 2025/2026 Fiscal Year operating budget
- Review of 2025/2026 Capital Improvement Program
- Public hearing on annual status of vacancies, recruitment, and retention efforts
City Council
The City Council and Successor Agency will discuss real estate negotiations and public safety operations. The body is deciding on the creation of new standing committees and a maintenance agreement with Caltrans for freeway ramps.
- Allocation of $20,000 for a six-month Teen Art Program at the Commerce Teen Center
- Encampment Delegated Maintenance Agreement with Caltrans for nine freeway on- and off-ramps
- Conversion of Food & Brewery and Arts in Public Places Ad Hoc Committees to Standing Committees
- Approval of Vet Care Mobile Clinic for rabies vaccination services
- Closed session negotiations for properties at 5926 Sheila St., 5550 Harbor St., 2300 S. Eastern Ave., 5625 Jillson St., and 5555 Jillson St.
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Measure AA Advisory Committee
The Measure AA Advisory Committee will review a presentation on the fund's balance and financial health, then recommend a Capital Improvement Program budget for Fiscal Year 2025/2026 to the City Council. The committee will also approve meeting minutes from August 2024.
- Approve minutes of August 20, 2024 Measure AA meeting
- Receive and file presentation on current Measure AA fund balance
- Recommend Capital Improvement Program budget for FY 2025/2026 to City Council
City Council
The City Council is holding a special budget workshop to review the proposed operating budget for fiscal year 2025/2026. The council will also consider a recommendation for the 2025 Hall of Champions Award.
- Review of proposed 2025/2026 Fiscal Year operating budget
- Consideration of Javier Molina for the 2025 Hall of Champions Award
City Council
The Commerce City Council and its Successor Agency will meet in open session to consider a range of routine and special items. They will vote on the consent calendar warrants, adopt several resolutions including a Memorandum of Understanding with Metro for Measure R bus funds, and approve a $138,000 fence project at the Brenda Villa Aquatic Center. Additional agenda items include a contract extension with Granicus Legistar, an agreement with Keenan & Associates for self‑insured workers' compensation claims, and authorizing an RFP for a rail feasibility study.
- Approval of Warrant Register Nos. 20A‑20D (routine financial claims)
- Resolution adopting MOU with Los Angeles County Metro for Measure R 20% bus operation funds
- Resolution extending Granicus Legistar agenda‑management software contract through June 16, 2028
- Resolution approving $138,000 Aquatics Facility Fence Project at Brenda Villa Aquatic Center
- Authorization to release an RFP for a rail feasibility study in the City of Commerce
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will consider the Parks and Recreation Commission's recommendation to select Olympic boxer Javier Molina for the 2025 Hall of Champions Award. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
- Consideration of 2025 Hall of Champions Award for Olympic boxer Javier Molina
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two conditional use permits. First, CUP 25-02 for a hotel use in the Unlimited Commercial (C-2) zoning district. Second, CUP 25-03 for a Type 47 alcohol license at 6046 East Washington Boulevard. Both are CEQA exempt as existing facilities.
- Conditional Use Permit 25-02: hotel use in C-2 zoning district
- Conditional Use Permit 25-03: Type 47 alcohol license at 6046 East Washington Boulevard
- Public hearings on both items
City Council
The City Council, meeting jointly with the Successor Agency and JPA, will consider a consent calendar including warrants, minutes, LAIF representatives, SB1 street projects, a Union Pacific agreement, and a change in federal lobbying services. Scheduled matters include a sheriff's update, updates on the Art in Public Places program (with two mural installations), discussion of new Food and Brewery District ad hoc committees, and a historical book proposal. The Council will also vote on the second reading of an ordinance amending vehicle parking restrictions in front yard setbacks on Track No. 37889 (The Village). A closed session precedes the open meeting to discuss four potential litigation matters.
- Closed session on four anticipated/potential litigation matters
- Approval of Warrant Registers 19A, 19B, and 19C for bill payments
- Resolution approving FY 2025/26 Street Rehabilitation Project List funded by SB1
- Agreements with Union Pacific Railroad for Randolph Corridor Active Transportation Project preliminary engineering
- Second reading of ordinance amending vehicle parking restrictions in front yard setbacks on Track No. 37889 (The Village)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will discuss removing the $99 annual Commerce Resident Plus Card. The body is considering allowing access to the Fitness Center, fitness classes, Brenda Villa Aquatic Center, and Youth Travel Sports programs with a $7 annual Commerce Resident Basic Card.
- Proposed removal of $99 Commerce Resident Plus Card fee
- Proposed use of $7 Commerce Resident Basic Card for facility access
- Closed session regarding one matter of anticipated/potential litigation
City Council
The City Council will discuss zoning amendments for vehicle parking in the front yard setback of Track No. 37889. The body will also consider a construction contract for pavement rehabilitation and the duration of the July 4th carnival.
- Public hearing on Ordinance amending vehicle parking restrictions in the front yard setback on Track No. 37889 ('The Village')
- Construction contract award to All American Asphalt for the FY 2024-25 Pavement Rehabilitation Project
- Proposed murals by artist Nerv at Rosewood Park, the Mitsubishi site, 5310 Washington Blvd., 5255 Washington Blvd., and City Hall parking lot
- Proposed murals by Paul Botello on the Atlantic and Goodrich Bridge
- Decision on whether the July 4th carnival will run for two days or four days
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Conditional Use Permit (CUP) No. 25-02 to allow a hotel in the C-2 zoning district at 500 Citadel Drive. The commission will also consider continuing previously noticed CUP No. 25-03 for a Type 47 alcohol license at 6046 East Washington Boulevard. Minutes from the December 18, 2024 meeting are scheduled for approval.
- Public hearing on CUP 25-02: hotel use at 500 Citadel Drive, with CEQA Class 1 Exemption (Existing Facilities)
- Continuance of CUP 25-03: Type 47 On-Sale General alcohol license for eating establishment at 6046 East Washington Boulevard
- Approval of minutes from December 18, 2024 Planning Commission meeting
- Public comment period for items on or off the agenda
City Council
The City Council will discuss awarding a construction contract for reroofing City Hall and the Veterans Neighborhood Library. The body will also consider funding for the Arts in Public Places Program and staffing changes for Public Works.
- Construction contract for City Hall and Veterans Neighborhood Library Reroofing Project to 4 Seasons Roofing, Inc.
- Up to $30,000 for art installation by Calixto Shibaja at Atlantic and Goodrich
- $10,000 for lights and a commemorative plaque for bridge art
- Replacing a vacant part-time painter position with a full-time position in Public Works
- Real estate negotiations regarding 6233-6241 Telegraph Road and 6329 Washington Blvd
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Commerce City Council meets jointly with the Successor Agency and Joint Powers Financing Authority. In open session, they will consider approving $98,000 for a Miss Commerce program, $110,000 for 4th of July events including a carnival and laser show, and up to $30,000 for public art installations. The council also holds a closed session to discuss potential litigation and the recruitment of a Director of Public Works.
- Approval of warrant registers No. 16A, 16B, and 16C
- Update from Sheriff's Department on public safety in Commerce
- Proposal for Miss Commerce and Young Man of the Year program with $98,000 budget
- 4th of July programming: $45,000 for carnival, $65,000 for laser show, and fireworks on July 5
- Arts in Public Places: artist collaboration with Wynwood District and up to $30,000 for installations
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will meet in closed session for real estate negotiations on a rail spur and two properties, and to discuss potential litigation. In open session, the council will consider routine consent items and scheduled matters including a $15,000 allocation for a YMCA Model UN program, up to $50,000 for a new modular office at Veterans Park, and a blue curb parking request at 4485 Lovett Street.
- Closed session real estate negotiations on rail spur (APN 6335-014-901) between Eastern and Strong Avenues
- Closed session real estate negotiations on 6364 Zindell Street and 7316 E. Gage Avenue
- Potential litigation (one matter) discussed in closed session
- One-time $15,000 funding for YMCA Model United Nations program
- Up to $50,000 for new modular office and removal of two aging modulars at Veterans Park
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will consider consent calendar items including approval of warrants, weed abatement declarations, agreements with Los Angeles County for general and public health services, and an amendment with Data Ticket, Inc. Scheduled matters include a presentation from the Sheriff's Department on public safety. A public hearing will address a weed abatement abatement order. The most significant item is a cooperative agreement with the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority for the Eastside Transit Corridor Phase 2 project.
- Cooperative agreement with LA Metro for Eastside Transit Corridor Phase 2
- Five-year agreement with Los Angeles County for general services starting July 1, 2025
- Agreement with Los Angeles County for public health services
- Second Amendment with Data Ticket, Inc. for security and permissible use provisions
- Weed abatement declaration of public nuisance and abatement order
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will consider a resolution to submit a Calhome application to the California Department of Housing and Community Development. They will also hold a public hearing on participating in the Los Angeles Urban County Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program and approving a reimbursable contract with the Los Angeles County Development Authority. Additionally, the council will vote on appointments to fill Director of Finance/City Treasurer and Director of Economic Development/Planning positions, as well as other committee and commission posts.
- Calhome application to California Department of Housing and Community Development
- Public hearing on Los Angeles Urban County Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program and contract with LA County Development Authority
- Appointments for Director of Finance/City Treasurer and Director of Economic Development/Planning
- Blanket authority to apply for Measure A grant funds for parks and open space
- Presentation/update from Sheriff's Department on public safety
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will consider reinstating several community programs and funding allocations, including a city-wide adult excursion ($89,125), the Miss Commerce Pageant and Young Man of the Year program ($166,500), and reopening the Rosewood Park Snack Bar ($390,000 annually). They will also review consolidating certain commissions and make appointments to boards and committees. A closed session precedes the open meeting to discuss litigation involving Key Disposal & Recycling, Inc.
- Reopening Rosewood Park Snack Bar with $390,000 annual funding for operations
- Reinstating Miss Commerce Pageant and Young Man of the Year program at $166,500
- Approving a city-wide adult excursion for up to 250 participants at $89,125
- Adding $45,000 for a three-day carnival at the 2025 Independence Day Celebration
- Reviewing consolidation of Education with Library Commission and Community Services with Traffic Commission
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing to authorize the allocation of the 51st year of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds. The body will also consider rejecting two commercial cannabis permit applicants and approving an IT remediation agreement.
- Public hearing for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) fund allocation
- Proposed rejection of Commercial Cannabis Permit Applicants Nos. 18-036 and 18-028
- Proposed agreement with IBE Digital for IT Remediation Services
- Purchase of two rotary air screw compressors via GSA Contract No.47QSHA22D0026
- Closed session real estate negotiations for 6233-6241 Telegraph Road and 6329 Washington Blvd