Signal Hill public meetings in 2025

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will receive a presentation on the Opportunity Study Area (OSA) planning effort, which proposes three overlay zones to guide reinvestment and development. Other items include updates on the 2026 homeless count, upcoming development projects, and the Planning Commissioners Academy. The agenda is largely informational with no public hearings or major decisions.

• Update on Opportunity Study Area (OSA) with three proposed overlay zones: Community Core (mixed-use), Innovation & Enterprise, and Workshop, Studio, & Entertainment
• 2026 Greater Los Angeles Homeless Count scheduled for January 21, 2026, with Police Department providing vehicles for volunteers
• 2026 Project Spotlight highlighting upcoming development projects for the year
• Selection of one or more commissioners to attend the League of California Cities 2026 Planning Commissioners Academy (March 11-13)
• Consent calendar includes approval of October 21, 2025 meeting minutes and City Council follow-up items

City Council

The Signal Hill City Council will meet to reorganize its leadership by selecting a new Mayor and Vice Mayor, and to consider several significant items. The council will hold public hearings on an omnibus ordinance amending various sections of the municipal code, including zoning, and on adopting the 2025 California Building Standards Code. Additionally, the council will receive the annual comprehensive financial report for FY 2024-25, which shows a clean audit and a $7 million positive fund balance, and discuss a proposed policy for city council committees. Closed session sessions will address anticipated litigation and negotiations for a 1.9-acre city-owned property in the 2400 block of Gardena Avenue.

• Selection of new Mayor and Vice Mayor, proclamation to outgoing Mayor Jones
• Omnibus ordinance amending zoning, health, streets, parking, and other code sections
• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 2025-11-1555 adopting 2025 California Building Standards Code
• Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for FY 2024-25 with clean audit and $7 million General Fund balance
• Closed session: real property negotiation for 1.9 acres at 2400 block Gardena Avenue (Heritage Square)

City Council

The Signal Hill City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct a closed session regarding the appointment of a Community Development Director. The meeting will also include a public comment period and adjourn to a regular meeting.

• Closed session to appoint a Community Development Director
• Public comment period on closed session items
• Meeting adjourned to regular meeting on December 9, 2025

Civil Service Commission

The Signal Hill Civil Service Commission held its regular meeting on December 3, 2025. Commissioners approved routine eligibility certification lists for several city positions and adopted the prior meeting's minutes. The meeting also included a public comment period and standard procedural items.

• Certification of eligibility list – Dispatcher/Jailer
• Certification of eligibility list – Police Recruit
• Certification of eligibility list – Police Officer (Lateral/Academy Graduate)
• Certification of eligibility list – Senior Water Systems Operator
• Approval of meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will consider awarding a $9,677,000 contract to CABD Construction for the Amphitheater Project, with an 18% contingency bringing the total construction budget to $11,418,860 and requiring a $4,259,004.58 budget transfer. They will also discuss a right-of-way agreement for the Gateway Cities Regional Fiber Optic Network, a $159,250.88 taser equipment contract with Axon Enterprise, and adopt routine resolutions. A closed session on anticipated litigation is scheduled before the public meeting.

• Award $9,677,000 contract to CABD Construction for Amphitheater Project (total $11,418,860 with contingency) and transfer $4,259,004.58 from CCMP Reserve
• Discuss Right-of-Way Use Agreement with Gateway Cities COG for regional fiber optic network installation
• Authorize $159,250.88 five-year sole-source contract with Axon Enterprise for Taser-10 equipment
• Adopt Resolution for 2026 Commemorative Flag Display Schedule
• Appoint Deputy Director of Public Works as board member to LA Gateway Region Water Management Authority

The council unanimously approved a $9,677,000 contract with CABD Construction for the Amphitheater project, including an 18% contingency for a total budget of $11,418,860. It also approved a Right‑of‑Way Use Agreement for the Gateway Cities regional fiber‑optic network, a $159,250.88 sole‑source taser equipment contract for the police department, and a facility‑use agreement for Saint Anthony High School’s girls’ softball team. Resolutions adopting the 2026 commemorative flag schedule, appointing a member to the Los Angeles Gateway Region Integrated Regional Water Management board, and the remaining items on the consent calendar were also approved.

• Approved $9,677,000 Amphitheater construction contract (5‑0)
• Approved Right‑of‑Way Use Agreement for regional fiber‑optic network (5‑0)
• Approved $159,250.88 taser equipment contract for police department (5‑0)
• Adopted 2026 commemorative flag display schedule (5‑0)
• Appointed member and alternates to water‑management joint powers authority board (5‑0)
• Approved facility‑use agreement for Saint Anthony High School softball field (5‑0)
• Approved balance of Consent Calendar after pulling item 12a (5‑0)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will consider fee waivers for the Friends of Signal Hill Library, Signal Hill Historical Society, and Rotary Club of Signal Hill to use the Signal Hill Public Library Learning Center for meetings in 2026. The body will also select a Pet of the Month and approve meeting minutes.

• Fee waiver for Friends of Signal Hill Library (Jan–May 2026)
• Fee waiver for Signal Hill Historical Society (Mar–May 2026)
• Fee waiver for Rotary Club of Signal Hill (Dec 2025–Jun 2026)
• Review of Commission Revolving Objectives
• Approval of October 15, 2025 meeting minutes

City Council

At this special meeting, the City Council will consider an amended Exclusive Negotiation Agreement with National CORE to extend deadlines for two affordable housing projects (Orange Bluff and Walnut/alternative site) totaling up to 380 homes. The Council also will introduce an ordinance adopting the 2025 California Building Standards Code and consider a public works contract for City Hall exterior wall repair and steel window installation. Other items include a proclamation for Law Enforcement Records and Support Personnel Week and discussion of the 2026 commemorative flag display schedule.

• Introduction of ordinance adopting 2025 California Building Standards Code (first reading, public hearing set Dec 9, 2025)
• Proposed amendment to Exclusive Negotiation Agreement with National CORE extending deadlines to Sept 15, 2027 (Orange Bluff) and July 15, 2026 (28th & Walnut/alternative site)
• Public works contract with Oak Hollow Restoration, Inc. for City Hall exterior wall repair and retrofit steel windows, not to exceed $486,974 (plus 10% contingency, total $535,671.40)
• Consideration of 2026 commemorative flag display schedule
• Proclamation recognizing Law Enforcement Records and Support Personnel Week (Nov 9-15, 2025)

The council waived full reading of ordinances and will read them by title only. It adopted Ordinance No. 2025-11-1555, amending Title 15 to adopt the 2025 California Building Standards Code and related codes by reference. The council approved a revised Exclusive Negotiation Agreement with National CORE, extending project deadlines. It authorized a $486,974 public works contract with Oak Hollow Restoration for exterior wall repair and steel window installation at City Hall, including a 10% contingency and a total budget of $535,671.40.

• Waived full reading of ordinances, authorized title‑only reading (vote 4‑0, Vice Mayor absent)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025‑11‑1555 amending Title 15 to adopt 2025 California building, plumbing, green, electrical, energy codes and related international codes (vote 5‑0)
• Approved revised Exclusive Negotiation Agreement with National CORE, extending ENA deadlines to Sept 15 2027 and July 15 2026 (vote 5‑0)
• Authorized City Manager to enter $486,974 contract with Oak Hollow Restoration for City Hall exterior wall repair and steel window installation, with $48,697.40 contingency and total budget $535,671.40 (vote 5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑11‑6909 awarding the City Hall renovation contract (vote 5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑11‑6910 amending the adopted budget and authorizing FY 2025‑26 appropriations (vote 5‑0)
• Approved Consent Calendar without objection

Housing Authority

This special meeting will consider approving amendments to the Exclusive Negotiation Agreement (ENA) with National Community Renaissance (National CORE) for two affordable housing projects. The Orange Bluff project (8.6 acres, ~297 homes) and Walnut Bluff project (2 acres, ~83 homes) are proposed. Staff recommends extending ENA deadlines to September 15, 2027 for Orange Bluff and July 15, 2026 for the 28th & Walnut or an alternative site, and adding language to consider a third alternative site.

• Proposed amendment and extension of Exclusive Negotiation Agreement with National CORE
• Orange Bluff Affordable Housing Project: 8.6 acres on south side of East 28th Street, ~297 affordable homes
• Walnut Bluff Affordable Housing Project: 2 acres at northwest corner of East Willow Street and Walnut Avenue, ~83 homes
• Extended deadlines: Sept 15, 2027 for Orange Bluff; July 15, 2026 for 28th & Walnut or alternative site
• Consideration of a third alternative publicly or privately owned site if original sites become unavailable

Diversity Coalition Committee

The Diversity Coalition Committee is discussing proposed flags for the City's 2026 commemorative display schedule to provide input for City Council review. The committee will also receive updates from subcommittees regarding the DCC Strategic Work Plan.

• Proposed flags for the 2026 Commemorative Flag Display Schedule
• DCC Strategic Work Plan progress updates and implementation steps
• Approval of September 10, 2025 meeting minutes

Civil Service Commission

This regular meeting of the Signal Hill Civil Service Commission will primarily handle routine consent calendar items: certifying eligibility lists for Police Officer (lateral/academy graduate) and Police Recruit, and approving meeting minutes. No substantive items beyond these procedural actions are scheduled for discussion. Commissioners receive $75 per meeting.

• Certification of eligibility list for Police Officer (lateral/academy graduate)
• Certification of eligibility list for Police Recruit
• Approval of meeting minutes
• Commissioners compensated $75 per meeting

City Council

The City Council will discuss and vote on advancing the Opportunity Study Areas planning effort, including zoning amendments, a CEQA document, and exploring an Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District and federal Opportunity Zone designation. They will also consider temporarily relocating City Council meetings to the library during City Hall remodeling. A closed session is scheduled to negotiate price and terms on a 1.6-acre city-owned property with Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings.

• Opportunity Study Area overlay zones (Community Core, Innovation & Enterprise, Workshop, Studio & Entertainment)
• Authorize preparation of a program-level CEQA document for the three overlay zones
• Initiate EIFD discussions for Opportunity Study Area 1 and pursue federal Opportunity Zone designation for Census Tract 06037573401
• Closed session: negotiate price and terms for 1.6 acres adjacent I-405 with Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings
• Adopt resolution to temporarily move City Council meetings to the Library Community Room during City Hall remodel

The council adopted a resolution to hold meetings in the Signal Hill Public Library community room while City Hall is remodeled. It also approved a set of actions for the Opportunity Study Areas project, including zoning amendments and pursuing federal OZ designation. The consent calendar items—including a MOU amendment, grant application resolution, contract and warrant registers, and meeting minutes—were all approved. The meeting was adjourned and a special council meeting was scheduled for November 13, 2025.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-10-6907 designating the library community room as temporary meeting location (5-0)
• Adopted Opportunity Study Areas project actions: zoning code amendments, CEQA RFP, EIFD discussions, federal OZ designation pursuit, and branding plan (5-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar items: MOU amendment, grant application resolution, contract amendment register, warrant register, and meeting minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned regular meeting and set special council meeting for Nov 13, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider recommending that the City Council adopt changes to Title 20 (Zoning) of the Municipal Code. These proposed changes aim to modernize the ordinance, remove redundant regulations, and align with state law.

• Public hearing on Zoning Ordinance Amendment 25-02 to modify Title 20 of the Municipal Code
• Presentation celebrating National Community Planning Month
• Presentation regarding the retirement of Community Development Director Colleen T. Doan

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will hear presentations on upcoming park improvement projects at Hilltop Park and Panorama Promenade. Commissioners will also select a Pet of the Month for October 2025 and receive updates on City Council actions and park projects. A certificate of appreciation will be presented to Friends of the Signal Hill Library for National Friends of Library Week.

• Presentation on improvement projects at Hilltop Park and Panorama Promenade
• Certificate of appreciation to Friends of the Signal Hill Library
• Pet of the Month nominations for October 2025
• Director's Report on City Council actions, park projects, and programs
• Approval of September 17, 2025 meeting minutes

City Council

The Signal Hill City Council will consider a $429,454 agreement for construction management services for the Signal Hill Amphitheater Project. The meeting also includes a public hearing for a wireless telecommunications facility and consent calendar items for City Hall flooring and a traffic safety grant.

• Authorize $429,454 contract for Signal Hill Amphitheater construction management
• Public hearing for Conditional Use Permit 25-01 at 2766 Saint Louis Avenue
• Authorize $157,373.54 contract for City Hall flooring installation
• Accept $100,000 Office of Traffic Safety Selective Traffic Enforcement Program grant
• Closed session for negotiations on two city-owned properties

The council adopted a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit 25-01 for a 75‑foot monopalm at 2766 Saint Louis Avenue. It also authorized a professional consultant services agreement with Kitchell/CEM for construction management of the Signal Hill Amphitheater, up to $472,399.40. The consent calendar items, including a public‑works flooring contract and a traffic‑safety grant, were approved. The meeting was adjourned to the next regular session on October 28, 2025.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit 25-01 for 75‑foot monopalm at 2766 Saint Louis Ave (unanimous vote)
• Authorized Professional Consultant Services Agreement with Kitchell/CEM for Amphitheater project, up to $472,399.40 (unanimous vote)
• Approved Consent Calendar covering public‑works flooring contract, traffic‑safety grant, investment schedule, warrant register, and minutes (unanimous vote)
• Adjourned meeting to next regular meeting on October 28, 2025 (unanimous vote)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission is meeting for its regular monthly session. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment, but no substantive new business items are listed.

• Approval of meeting minutes from previous meeting

City Council

The Signal Hill City Council will consider authorizing two Master Agreements with Caltrans to receive and spend Highway Safety Improvement Program Cycle 12 funds for the Willow Street and Cherry Avenue Corridors Collision Reduction Project and the Citywide Transportation Safety Enhancement Project. The Council will also review a professional engineering services contract with W.G. Zimmerman Engineering, Inc. for the East Burnett Street Historical District Pedestrian and Bike Enhancement Project, and a resolution to carry over unspent FY 2024‑25 appropriations to FY 2025‑26. Additional items include a consent‑calendar contract for Police Department HVAC upgrades and a quorum verification for upcoming meetings.

• Approve Master Agreement with Caltrans for $1,082,450 state‑funded Willow Street and Cherry Avenue Corridors Collision Reduction Project
• Approve Master Agreement with Caltrans for $2,719,980 federal‑funded Citywide Transportation Safety Enhancement Project
• Authorize a $245,372.70 professional engineering services contract (plus up to $24,537.27 contingency) with W.G. Zimmerman Engineering, Inc. for East Burnett Street Pedestrian and Bike Enhancement Project
• Adopt resolution to carry over FY 2024‑25 operating and capital appropriations to FY 2025‑26
• Consent‑calendar contract with Westover Controls Corporation for Police Department HVAC upgrades

The council authorized two Master Agreements with Caltrans totaling $3,802,430 for collision reduction and citywide transportation safety enhancements. It also adopted a resolution to carry over FY 2024‑25 operating and capital appropriations to the FY 2025‑26 budget. The Consent Calendar, including a police department HVAC contract, was approved, and the council set new meeting dates while cancelling two scheduled sessions.

• Approved Master Agreements with Caltrans for Willow St/Cherry Ave Collision Reduction Project ($1,082,450) and Citywide Transportation Safety Enhancement Project ($2,719,980) (vote 5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-09-6903 to carry over FY 2024‑25 operating and capital appropriations to FY 2025‑26 (vote 5‑0)
• Approved the Consent Calendar, including the police department HVAC upgrades contract (vote 5‑0)
• Received and filed the Shop Local Program update (unanimous)
• Cancelled council meetings on Nov 11 and Dec 23, confirmed Nov 25 and Dec 9 dates, and directed staff to schedule a special meeting on Nov 13

City Council

This special City Council meeting features a presentation providing a general overview of the City of Signal Hill and a program related to the State of Signal Hill, including highlights of this year’s accomplishments and planned projects. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled; the agenda is limited to the presentation and public comment periods. The meeting begins at 6:00 p.m. at Signal Hill BMW, 1660 E. Spring Street.

• Special presentation on the State of Signal Hill, covering city accomplishments and planned projects

The Signal Hill City Council met on September 18, 2025 at the BMW dealership. The agenda included a general overview presentation of the city and its projects. No public business or formal actions were taken, and the meeting was adjourned to the regular session on September 23, 2025.

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will consider a fee waiver for the Long Beach Unified School District to use Discovery Well Park facilities for a cross-country meet. The body will also approve meeting minutes and discuss Pet of the Month nominations.

• Fee waiver request for Long Beach Unified School District facility use
• Approval of Parks and Recreation Commission meeting minutes
• Pet of the Month nominations
• Director's report on park projects and programs
• Review of Commission Revolving Objectives

Diversity Coalition Committee

The Diversity Coalition Committee will review its strategic work plan, including updates on subcommittee progress and a discussion on presenting findings to the City Council in Fall 2025. The committee will also approve the minutes from the August 4, 2025 meeting.

• Review and discuss progress on the DCC Strategic Work Plan
• Discuss date to present work plan progress to City Council
• Approve meeting minutes from August 4, 2025

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting a relocation plan and budget adjustment to provide $123,167 in relocation assistance for tenants at 1975 East 21st Street and 2107 Cherry Avenue, properties acquired as part of the Civic Center Master Plan. The council will also discuss designating an annual Jessie Nelson Day of Remembrance and receive presentations on Hispanic Heritage Month programming, the upcoming Ranchos Walk, a new code compliance officer, and updates to the Spring Street Pumping Plant improvements project. Consent calendar items include investment reports, warrant registers, and meeting minutes. A closed session is scheduled for anticipated litigation.

• Adoption of relocation plan and $123,167 budget appropriation for tenants at 1975 E 21st St and 2107 Cherry Ave
• Discussion of designating an annual Jessie Nelson Day of Remembrance
• Presentation on Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts' Spring Street Pumping Plant improvements at 2100 E Spring St
• Introduction of new Code Compliance Officer Gus Alonso, full-time since June 23, 2025
• Consent calendar: approval of warrant registers and meeting minutes

The City Council adopted a relocation plan and associated budget appropriations to assist tenants of 1975 East 21 Street and 2107 Cherry Avenue, voting unanimously. The council also approved the consent calendar covering the schedule of investments, warrant register, and meeting minutes. Staff were directed to develop concepts for an annual Jessie Nelson Day of Remembrance for a future meeting.

• Approved Resolution 2025-09-6899 relocating assistance for tenants of 1975 East 21 St & 2107 Cherry Ave (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-09-6900 budget amendment authorizing FY 2025-2026 appropriations (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Calendar (schedule of investments, warrant register, minutes) (unanimous)

City Council as Successor Agency

The Signal Hill City Council, acting as Successor Agency, will consider a resolution to amend Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule 25-26B and transmit it to the Los Angeles County 4th Supervisorial District Consolidated Oversight Board. The amendment corrects the schedule submitted in January 2025 and includes a request for the full administrative allocation of $298,000, up from the previously approved $250,000. The meeting also includes routine approval of the January 14, 2025 meeting minutes and a public comment period.

• Adopt resolution amending Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS 25-26B) and transmit to the Los Angeles County 4th Supervisorial District Consolidated Oversight Board
• Request full administrative allocation of $298,000 (previously $250,000 approved)
• Approve minutes of the regular meeting held on January 14, 2025
• Public comment period for items not listed on the agenda (three minutes per speaker)
• Adjournment to the next regular meeting on January 13, 2026

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will meet to approve routine consent calendar items, including certification of eligibility lists for Dispatcher/Jailer, Police Officer (Lateral/Academy Graduate), Senior Building Inspector, and Senior Water Systems Operator. The commission will also approve minutes from a previous meeting. Public comment is accepted in person or by email. No specific new business items are listed for discussion.

• Certification of eligibility list for Dispatcher/Jailer
• Certification of eligibility list for Police Officer (Lateral/Academy Graduate)
• Certification of eligibility list for Senior Building Inspector
• Certification of eligibility list for Senior Water Systems Operator
• Approval of prior meeting minutes

City Council

The council will consider a temporary staffing adjustment that adds a full‑time equivalent to the Community Development Department through June 30 2026. It will also vote on a public‑works contract with Kormex Construction for the Street Tree Planting Project, not to exceed $365,500 plus a 10 % contingency, for a total of $402,050. The council will accept the completed Panorama Promenade Slope Landscape Project and approve a cost‑sharing agreement with Signal Hill Petroleum for up to $208,378. Additional items include final acceptance of a sidewalk repair project and discussion of a closed‑session real‑property negotiation.

• Approve temporary FTE addition to Community Development Department (through 6/30/2026).
• Authorize $365,500 (plus $36,550 contingency) public works contract with Kormex Construction for street tree planting (Project No. 90.25012).
• Accept Panorama Promenade Slope Landscape Project and execute cost‑sharing agreement with Signal Hill Petroleum for 70 % of Phase II costs (up to $208,378).
• Final acceptance of Phase I Sidewalk Repair Project (Project No. 90.25007) with Gentry General Engineering.
• Closed‑session negotiation of sale/terms for ~1.6 acres of city‑owned industrial open space adjacent to I‑405 (APN 7212‑001‑933).

The Signal Hill City Council unanimously approved an additional full‑time employee for the Community Development Department through June 30, 2026. It also approved a six‑month public works contract with Kormex Construction for a street tree planting project totaling $402,050. The council accepted the Panorama Promenade Slope Landscape Project and a cost‑sharing agreement with Signal Hill Petroleum covering 70% of Phase II costs. Finally, the council approved the consent calendar items, all with no opposition.

• Approved additional full‑time employee (temporary) for Community Development (4‑0)
• Approved Kormex Construction street tree planting contract, total $402,050 (4‑0)
• Accepted Panorama Promenade Slope Landscape Project and 70% cost‑sharing agreement with Signal Hill Petroleum (4‑0)
• Approved consent calendar items covering multiple projects and resolutions (4‑0)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will consider a fee waiver request from the Promontory Westbluff Skyline Estates Homeowners Association to use the public library learning center without charge. The Commission will also receive the Director’s Report on park projects, adopt updates to three departmental policies, approve July meeting minutes, and select the August Pet of the Month.

• Fee waiver request for Promontory Westbluff Skyline Estates HOA facility use at the Library Learning Center
• Director’s Report on city council actions, park projects, and programs
• Updates to Standard Management Policies 1.10, 1.13, and 1.15
• Approval of July 16, 2025 meeting minutes
• Selection of Pet of the Month for August 2025

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold two public hearings: one for a Conditional Use Permit to install a 75-foot mono-palm wireless telecommunications facility with 12 antennas at 2766 Saint Louis Avenue, and another to recommend zoning code amendments requiring permeable hardscape in residential and commercial zones. The consent calendar includes approval of previous minutes and status reports.

• Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit 25-01 for a 75-ft mono-palm cell tower and auxiliary equipment at 2766 Saint Louis Avenue (Verizon Wireless/Smartlink)
• Public hearing on Zoning Ordinance Amendment 25-01 to regulate permeable hardscape and landscape materials in residential and commercial districts
• Consent calendar: approval of June 17, 2025 meeting minutes
• Consent calendar: receive and file City Council follow-up, development status report, and news articles

The commission adopted Resolution No. 887-08-19 recommending City Council approval of Conditional Use Permit 25-01 for a 75‑foot wireless telecommunications facility at 2766 Saint Louis Avenue, with conditions for on‑site contact information and FAA compliance. It also adopted Resolution No. 888-08-19 recommending City Council approval of Zoning Ordinance Amendment ZOA 25-01 concerning permeable hardscape and landscape materials. The Consent Calendar was approved and the meeting was adjourned to September 16, 2025.

• Recommended City Council approve Conditional Use Permit 25-01 for wireless facility (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approve Zoning Ordinance Amendment ZOA 25-01 on permeable hardscape (5-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting to September 16, 2025 (5-0)

Sustainable City Committee

The Sustainable City Committee will receive updates on the Gundry Reservoir Roof Replacement Project, a critical priority with construction set to begin late 2025, and on the city's Gateway Cities COG Energy Action Award status, now silver. Staff will also report on a cool surfaces workshop and upcoming community events. All agenda items are for information and discussion only.

• Gundry Reservoir roof replacement update — critical priority project, contract awarded to Spiess Construction, construction slated for late 2025
• Reflect Effect cool surfaces workshop attended by staff, hosted by Climate Resolve and partners
• City's Gateway Cities COG Energy Action Award moves to silver status, on track for gold by year-end
• Concerts in the Park 2025 recap with giveaways (plant pencils, stickers, bracelet kits)
• Mayor's Fall Clean-Up scheduled for October 7, 2025 at Atlantic/Spring Neighborhood Gateway Center

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will meet to certify eligibility lists for several city positions. The body will also review and approve the minutes from the previous meeting.

• Certification of eligibility list for Dispatcher/Jailer
• Certification of eligibility list for Police Officer (Lateral / Academy Graduate)
• Certification of eligibility list for Police Recruit
• Approval of meeting minutes

Diversity Coalition Committee

The Diversity Coalition Committee will consider changing its regular meeting day from the first Monday to the second or fourth Wednesday or another Monday, and altering the start time to 5:30 p.m. if Wednesday is chosen. Members will also vote on shifting from monthly to bi-monthly meetings. Subcommittees will provide updates on the strategic work plan progress.

• Consideration to change DCC meeting day, time, and frequency (vote on day, time, and frequency)
• Discussion of DCC strategic work plan priorities: continuous improvement, engaging underserved communities, educating and celebrating
• Subcommittee updates on work plan progress and discussion of presenting to City Council in Fall 2025
• Approval of April 7, 2025 meeting minutes (consent calendar)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will approve the June 18 meeting minutes and receive updated standard management policies for the Parks, Recreation and Library Services Department. The meeting also includes a Director's report and Pet of the Month nominations.

• Approval of June 18, 2025 meeting minutes
• Updates to standard management policies 1.7, 1.11, and 1.12
• Pet of the Month nominations for July 2025
• Director's report on park projects and City Council actions
• Review of Commission revolving objectives

City Council

The City Council will consider approving an Exclusive Negotiation Agreement with Red Mountain Group for the redevelopment of multiple parcels on Cherry Avenue between Willow Street and 27th Street, totaling roughly 1.98 acres. The council will also vote on a $478,156.50 contract for Willow Street median improvements and a third amendment to the city manager's employment agreement. Additionally, members will discuss the purpose, resources, and structure of the Sustainable City and Diversity Coalition committees.

• Exclusive Negotiation Agreement with Red Mountain Group for Cherry Street properties (1.98 acres)
• Public Works contract with Kormex Construction for Willow Median Improvements ($478,156.50, plus contingency)
• Third Amendment to the City Manager's Employment Agreement
• Discussion on Sustainable City Committee and Diversity Coalition Committee support (approx. 764 staff hours/year, $80,536 plus $10,000 in annual program costs)
• Consent calendar: maintenance services agreement with CCS Facility Services for custodial work ($255,126)

The council approved an exclusive negotiation agreement with Red Mountain Group for the Cherry Site and authorized a public works contract with Kormex Construction for the Willow Median Improvements Project. It also adopted a third amendment to the City Manager’s employment agreement, a city‑wide pay schedule, and salaries and benefits for management personnel. The council approved the consent calendar items and directed staff to develop a framework for the purpose of all city commissions and committees. All votes were unanimous with Councilmember Copeland absent.

• Approved Exclusive Negotiation Agreement with Red Mountain Group for Cherry Site (unanimous)
• Authorized Public Works Contract with Kormex Construction for Willow Median Improvements Project (unanimous)
• Approved Third Amendment to City Manager Employment Agreement and adopted city‑wide pay schedule (Resolution 2025‑07‑6891) (unanimous)
• Adopted salaries and benefits for management personnel (Resolution 2025‑07‑6892) (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Calendar items including maintenance services, Hillbrook Park project, and police background investigations (unanimous)
• Directed staff to develop a framework for the purpose of all City commissions/committees (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting to the next regular meeting on August 26, 2025 (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will hold a regular meeting with a public comment period and community announcements. It will then act on routine Consent Calendar items, including certification of eligibility for a police officer (lateral/academy graduate) and for a dispatch/jailer, and approve the previous meeting's minutes. No other substantive actions are listed.

• Certification of eligibility list – police officer (lateral/academy graduate)
• Certification of eligibility list – dispatch/jailer
• Approval of meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will discuss a major rehabilitation project for the Gundry Reservoir and the adoption of a Facilities Master Plan. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding assessments for the Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District No. 1.

• Contract with Spiess Construction Company, Inc. for Gundry Reservoir roof replacement not to exceed $6,707,137 (total budget $7,377,851)
• Proposed FY 2025-26 assessments for Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District No. 1 totaling $106,564
• Adoption of Facilities Master Plan Assessment Reports for 12 City-owned facilities
• Proposition A transportation funding expenditures totaling $441,177
• Contract Services Agreements with Long Beach Transit for Dial-A-Lift ($9,627) and Fixed Route Bus Services ($112,957)

The City Council unanimously approved a $7,377,851 contract with Spiess Construction for the Gundry Reservoir roof replacement and rehabilitation. It also adopted the Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District No. 1 diagram and assessments for fiscal year 2025‑26, and approved the Facilities Master Plan Assessment Reports. The consent calendar items were approved as well.

• Approved $7,377,851 Gundry Reservoir roof replacement contract (4‑0)
• Adopted Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District No. 1 diagram and assessments (4‑0)
• Approved Facilities Master Plan Assessment Reports (4‑0)
• Approved consent calendar items, including LA County Metro funding and contract amendments (4‑0)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Commission will receive a staff update on the Signal Hill Amphitheater project and conduct its annual reorganization of Chair and Vice Chair positions. Members will also assign park oversight duties for the 2025-2026 period and select representatives for the Sustainable City Committee.

• Staff update on the Signal Hill Amphitheater project
• Fee waiver request for Long Beach Mineral and Gem Society event on October 11-12, 2025
• Selection of representative and alternate for the Sustainable City Committee
• Proposed change of July 16 meeting start time to 5:00 p.m.
• Assignment of park observation duties for commissioners (June 2025-May 2026)

City Council

This is a special City Council meeting primarily devoted to a closed session under the Brown Act to discuss the appointment of one public employee for the position of Administrative Services Officer/Finance Director. No other substantive public business is on the agenda.

• Closed session to consider appointment of Administrative Services Officer/Finance Director

The council held a special meeting and entered closed session to discuss the appointment of an Administrative Services Officer/Finance Director, but no reportable action was taken. The meeting was adjourned to the regular council meeting on June 24, 2025.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct its annual reorganization to select a Chair and Vice Chair for the 2025/26 term. The body will also nominate a representative and alternate for the Sustainable City Committee.

• Selection of Chair and Vice Chair for 2025/26 term
• Nomination of Sustainable City Committee representative and alternate
• Conformity Report for SH Smart Homes residential condominiums at 2750 East 20th Street
• Oath of office for Chair Savoulian and Commissioners Lopez and Parker

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on adopting a uniform schedule of service fees and charges for the upcoming fiscal year, with adjustments for CPI and operating costs. They will also consider adopting the annual operating and capital budget for FY 2025-26 (Year 2 of a biennial budget), as well as resolutions for city-wide pay schedules and related classification plan amendments. Additionally, the Council will consider adopting an updated Emergency Operations Plan and discuss canceling summer meetings.

• Public hearing on resolution to adopt uniform schedule of service fees and charges effective July 1, 2025
• Resolution adopting FY 2025-26 operating and capital budget and annual appropriations limit
• Resolutions adopting city-wide pay schedule, management salary ranges, part-time salary schedule, and classification plan amendments
• Approval and adoption of updated citywide Emergency Operations Plan
• Verification of quorum and potential cancellation of regular meetings in July and August 2025

The council unanimously approved the Uniform Schedule of Service Fees and Charges, adopted the fiscal year 2025‑26 operating and capital budget along with the appropriations limit, and adopted a city‑wide pay schedule with related salary revisions. They also approved the City Emergency Operations Plan, the Consent Calendar items, and a public works roofing contract, and directed cancellation of the July 22 and August 26 council meetings.

• Approved Uniform Schedule of Service Fees and Charges (Resolution 2025‑05‑6878) – unanimous AYES
• Adopted FY 2025‑26 operating and capital budget (Resolution 2025‑05‑6879) – unanimous AYES
• Approved FY 2025‑26 appropriations limit (Resolution 2025‑05‑6880) – unanimous AYES
• Adopted city‑wide pay schedule, management and part‑time salary ranges, classification plan amendments, and SHEA side letter (Resolutions 2025‑05‑6881‑6885) – unanimous AYES
• Approved City Emergency Operations Plan – unanimous AYES
• Approved Consent Calendar items (professional services agreement amendment, tow service agreements, contract amendment register, meeting minutes, warrant register) – unanimous AYES
• Approved Public Works contract with Southland Roofing Inc. for citywide roof replacement (item 13a) – unanimous AYES
• Directed cancellation of council meetings on July 22, 2025 and August 26, 2025 – unanimous AYES

Civil Service Commission

The commission will administer the oath of office for newly appointed Commissioners Jennifer Arzate and Maria Gengenbacher. It will also conduct its annual reorganization to select a Chair and Vice Chair for the 2025‑26 term. Finally, the commission will appoint a representative and an alternate to the Sustainable City Committee.

• Oath of office for Commissioners Arzate and Gengenbacher
• Annual reorganization to select Chair and Vice Chair
• Selection of Sustainable City Committee representative and alternate
• Approval of meeting minutes (consent calendar)
• Adjournment to July 2, 2025 meeting

Diversity Coalition Committee

The committee will review the June 3 breakfast program and assign volunteers. It will also discuss progress on the strategic work plan approved in October 2024, including subcommittee updates and a proposed date to present the plan to City Council in August 2025. The meeting will conclude with routine consent calendar items and approval of April 7 minutes.

• Discuss and assign volunteers for the June 3 DCC Breakfast
• Review subcommittee updates on the strategic work plan
• Propose a date to present work‑plan progress to City Council in August 2025
• Approve April 7, 2025 meeting minutes (consent calendar)
• Adjourn to the next meeting on July 7, 2025

City Council

The City Council will conduct a Proposition 218 public hearing on proposed water rate increases ranging from 10% to 15% annually over five years. If a majority protest is not received, the council may adopt the rates effective July 1, 2025. Other items include an update on the Civic Center Master Plan amphitheater project, initiation of landscape maintenance district assessments with a 4% increase, and a discussion on potential farmer's market opportunities.

• Prop 218 hearing on water rate increases: 15% in FY25-26 and FY26-27, 14% in FY27-28 and FY28-29, 10% in FY29-30
• Update on Civic Center Master Plan Phase One amphitheater design; staff recommends focusing funding on amphitheater
• Resolutions to levy landscape maintenance assessments totaling $106,564 for California Crown Tract; basic lot assessment $1,077.30 (4% increase)
• Discussion of potential farmer's market, requested by Council Member Woods
• Closed session on real property negotiation for vacant lot near 2730 Cherry Avenue and 2701 St. Louis Avenue

The council adopted Resolution No. 2025-05-6875 establishing water service fee rates after a public hearing showed no majority protest. It also advanced Phase One of the Civic Center Master Plan and approved two resolutions to levy and collect assessments for Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District No. 1 for FY 2025‑26. The consent calendar was approved, and staff were tasked with further research on a potential farmers’ market.

• Adopted water service fee rates (Resolution 2025-05-6875) – AYES: Mayor Jones, Vice Mayor Hansen, Councilmembers Copeland, Honeycutt, Woods; NOES: none
• Advanced Phase One of the Civic Center Master Plan – AYES: Mayor Jones, Vice Mayor Hansen, Councilmembers Copeland, Honeycutt, Woods; NOES: none
• Approved Resolution 2025-05-6876 to initiate proceedings to levy assessments for Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District No. 1 – AYES: Mayor Jones, Vice Mayor Hansen, Councilmembers Copeland, Honeycutt, Woods; NOES: none
• Approved Resolution 2025-05-6877 declaring intent to levy assessments for Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District No. 1 – AYES: Mayor Jones, Vice Mayor Hansen, Councilmembers Copeland, Honeycutt, Woods; NOES: none
• Approved the consent calendar (items a‑d) – AYES: Mayor Jones, Vice Mayor Hansen, Councilmembers Copeland, Honeycutt, Woods; NOES: none
• Directed staff to conduct additional research on a potential farmers’ market and report back in the next few months

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will review a request to waive fees for two school events at Signal Hill Park. The body will also hear reports on park observations and review updated accident reporting policies.

• Fee waiver request for Alvarado Elementary School for events on May 28 and June 11 at Signal Hill Park
• Updates to management policies 1.9A, 1.9B, and 1.9C regarding accident and injury reporting
• Presentations on the Spring Fest and Paws on the Hill events
• Selection of the May 2025 Pet of the Month
• Park observation reports from Commissioner Gidwani and Commissioner Dutch Hughes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request for a new sign program at a commercial center. The body will also receive a presentation on Building Safety Month and review routine development reports.

• Public hearing for Site Plan and Design Review 25-01: new sign program at East Willow Village (2201 East Willow Street)
• Request to increase allowable monument sign height from six feet to eight feet at 2201 East Willow Street
• Presentation by Community Development staff for Building Safety Month

The commission adopted Resolution No. 886-05-20, approving a new sign program for the commercial center at 2201 East Willow Street. The Consent Calendar was also approved. The meeting was then adjourned to the next regular session on June 17, 2025.

• Approved new sign program (Resolution No. 886-05-20) – unanimous (4 AYES, 0 NOES)
• Approved Consent Calendar – unanimous (4 AYES, 0 NOES)
• Adjourned meeting – unanimous (4 AYES, 0 NOES)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on AB 2561 vacancy reporting and consider a resolution accepting completion of the East 20th Street and Redondo Avenue intersection improvement project. Under the consent calendar, the council will vote on second reading of an ordinance that would allow future water service fee changes to be set by resolution rather than ordinance. A three-year, not-to-exceed $150,000 contract with Turbo Data Systems for parking citation processing, and a contract amendment with Rogers, Anderson, Malody & Scott, LLP for auditing services are also up for approval.

• Public hearing on AB 2561: annual report on staffing vacancies, recruitment, and retention
• Resolution declaring final acceptance of East 20th/Redondo Ave intersection improvement project (ILB Electric)
• Second reading of Ordinance 2025-04-1554: amending Municipal Code to allow water rate changes by resolution
• Police Department contract with Turbo Data Systems for parking citation processing, $150,000 over three years
• Contract amendment with Rogers, Anderson, Malody & Scott, LLP for auditing: +$52,810 through June 2026

The City Council voted unanimously to adopt a resolution declaring final acceptance of the East 20th Street and Redondo Avenue intersection improvement project. They also approved the annual vacancy‑rate report required by AB 2561 and adopted the consent calendar, which included several ordinances and contracts. The new Chief of Police, Brad Kenneally, was sworn in.

• Adopted resolution declaring final acceptance of East 20th St/Redondo Ave project (5-0)
• Filed AB 2561 vacancy‑rate report as required (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar items, including ordinance amendments and contracts (5-0)
• Swore in newly appointed Chief of Police Brad Kenneally (no vote required)

City Council

The City Council will hold a budget study session to review and discuss the preliminary budget for Fiscal Year 2025-26. Staff presentations cover department program budgets, the Capital Improvement Program, and decision packages. A public comment period is provided before the session.

• Department program budget presentations: Administration, Finance, Community Development, Police, Parks/Recreation/Library, Public Works
• Capital Improvement Program review
• Decision packages discussion

The council reviewed the preliminary budget for Fiscal Year 2025‑26 and asked staff questions. No votes were taken. Council directed staff to bring the budget to the council for final consideration and adoption.

• Directed staff to bring FY 2025‑26 budget to Council for final consideration

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will act on routine Consent Calendar items, including certification of eligibility lists for a code enforcement officer and a police officer, and approval of the meeting minutes. The agenda also provides time for public business from the floor, community announcements, and new business from commissioners.

• Certification of eligibility list – Code Enforcement Officer
• Certification of eligibility list – Police Officer (lateral/academy graduate)
• Approval of meeting minutes
• Public business from the floor (public comments)
• Community announcements

Sustainable City Committee

The Sustainable City Committee will hear a guest presentation on the financials and logistics of starting a Farmers Market. Members will discuss adding items to the August 7 agenda and schedule future presentations. The committee will also consider volunteer sign‑ups for the summer Concerts in the Park booth and nominations for the Sustainability Award. Previous meeting minutes will be approved.

• Guest presentation on Farmers Market financials and logistics
• Brainstorming session topics: Farmers Market, artificial turf, member attendance
• Reservoir Park Stormwater Improvements presentation
• Volunteer sign‑up for SCC Summer Concerts booth
• Nomination for Sustainability Award

Diversity Coalition Committee

The Diversity Coalition Committee will discuss updates to its strategic work plan, including subcommittee progress and next steps. Members will also consider a date to present their work plan progress to the City Council in August 2025. The consent calendar includes approval of the April 7, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Subcommittee updates on the DCC Strategic Work Plan
• Discussion of next steps for work plan implementation
• Proposed date to present work plan progress to City Council in August 2025
• Approval of April 7, 2025 meeting minutes (consent calendar)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to determine if the acquisition of two real properties conforms to the City's General Plan. This is a required finding under Government Code section 65402.

• General Plan conformance findings for property at 1965/75 East 21st Street (APN 7215-013-012)
• General Plan conformance findings for property at 2107 Cherry Avenue (APN 7215-012-002)

City Council

The City Council will discuss purchasing two properties at 1975 East 21st Street and 2107 Cherry Avenue for $1,475,000. The body will also consider an ordinance to allow water service fees to be set by resolution rather than ordinance. Additionally, the Council will interview and appoint members to three city commissions.

• Proposed $1,475,000 purchase of properties at 1975 East 21st Street and 2107 Cherry Avenue
• Ordinance to authorize future water service fees to be set by resolution
• Appointments for Civil Service, Parks and Recreation, and Planning Commissions
• Contract with Los Angeles Department of Public Health for public health services
• Closed session regarding a vacant lot at 2730 Cherry Avenue and 2701 St. Louis Avenue

The City Council adopted Ordinance No. 2025-04-1554 to let future water service fees be set by resolution and exempt the action from CEQA. It also approved Resolution No. 2025-04-6872 and 2025-04-6873 to purchase two properties from Lori Hefler and appropriate $1,475,000 from the land and building reserve. Appointments were confirmed for the Parks & Recreation, Planning, and Civil Service commissions. The consent calendar items were approved.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-04-1554 amending water fee sections (AYES: Mayor Jones, Vice Mayor Hansen, Councilmember Copeland, Councilmember Honeycutt, Councilmember Woods; NOES: none)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-04-6872 to purchase 1975 East 21st St. and 2107 Cherry Ave from Lori Hefler (AYES: Mayor Jones, Vice Mayor Hansen, Councilmember Copeland, Councilmember Honeycutt, Councilmember Woods; NOES: none)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-04-6873 to appropriate $1,475,000 from land and building reserve funds (AYES: Mayor Jones, Vice Mayor Hansen, Councilmember Copeland, Councilmember Honeycutt, Councilmember Woods; NOES: none)
• Confirmed Parks & Recreation Commission appointments: Timothy Anhorn, Linda Edwards, Pam Dutch Hughes (AYES: Mayor Jones, Vice Mayor Hansen, Councilmember Copeland; NOES: none)
• Confirmed Planning Commission appointments: Gege Lopez, Victor Parker, Sonia Savoulian (AYES: Mayor Jones, Vice Mayor Hansen, Councilmember Copeland, Councilmember Jones, Councilmember Woods; NOES: none)
• Confirmed Civil Service Commission appointments: Maria Gengenbacher, Diana Phillips, Jennifer Arzate (AYES: Mayor Jones, Vice Mayor Hansen, Councilmember Copeland, Councilmember Jones, Councilmember Woods; NOES: none)
• Approved Consent Calendar items (AYES: Mayor Jones, Vice Mayor Hansen, Councilmember Copeland, Councilmember Honeycutt, Councilmember Woods; NOES: none)
• Moved to adjourn the meeting to the next regular session on May 13, 2025 (motion passed)

Parks and Recreation Commission

Commissioners will present their annual park reports with observations and recommendations for improvements. The commission will also hear recaps of the CPRS conference and Youth in Government Day, and select a Pet of the Month. Consent calendar items include updates on HOA facility use and departmental policy revisions.

• Annual Parks and Recreation Commissioner Park Reports with observations and recommendations
• Pet of the Month nominations for April 2025
• Presentation on the 2025 CPRS Conference by Commissioners Dutch Hughes and Gidwani
• Updates to Standard Management Policies 1.5, 1.6, and 1.8 (departmental correspondence, telephone etiquette)
• Homeowners Association facility use update for Bixby Ridge and Promontory Westbluff HOAs

Planning Commission

The Signal Hill Planning Commission will meet to receive and file the 2024 General Plan Annual Progress Report, which tracks the implementation of the Housing Element and other city goals. The agenda includes routine items such as approving previous minutes and receiving a monthly development status report.

• Receive and file 2024 General Plan Annual Progress Report
• Approve minutes from March 18, 2025 meeting
• Receive monthly Development Status Report
• Receive City Council follow-up summary
• Receive 'In the News' compilation

City Council

The council will consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign an agreement with the Los Angeles County Flood Control District to accept and spend $6,676,878 from the Safe Clean Water program for the Reservoir Park stormwater capture project. A fee waiver request of $1,032 for a private memorial event at city facilities will also be reviewed. Routine items include approval of March meeting minutes and payment of the April 8 warrant register.

• Resolution to enter Transfer Agreement for Reservoir Park stormwater capture project, funding $6,676,878
• Fee waiver request from Springs of Hope Grief Care Center for $1,032 event at library and park facilities
• Approval of March 25, 2025 City Council meeting minutes
• Authorization of payment for Warrant Register dated April 8, 2025

The council adopted Resolution No. 2025-04-6871, authorizing the City Manager to execute documents and accept funding for the Reservoir Park Stormwater Capture project with the Los Angeles County Flood Control District. The resolution passed unanimously with all five members voting aye and no nays. The council also approved the consent calendar unanimously after removing a fee‑waiver request that was no longer needed. No action was taken on the fee‑waiver request and the meeting was adjourned to April 22, 2025.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-04-6871 authorizing City Manager for Reservoir Park stormwater project (5‑0)
• Approved Consent Calendar (5‑0)
• Removed fee waiver request from Consent Calendar; no action taken
• Adjourned meeting to April 22, 2025 (motion passed)
• Closed session on Chief of Police appointment held; no reportable action taken

Diversity Coalition Committee

The committee will review the Diversity Coalition Committee (DCC) strategic work plan approved on October 7, 2024, and consider updates from subcommittees. Staff will recommend discussing implementation steps and a date to present the work plan progress to the City Council. The meeting will also include routine approval of the March 3, 2025 minutes.

• Discussion of DCC strategic work plan updates and implementation steps
• Recommendation to set a date for presenting work plan progress to City Council
• Approval of March 3, 2025 meeting minutes (consent calendar item)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will hold a regular meeting with a consent calendar that includes certification of eligibility lists for Management Assistant and Recreation Coordinator, and approval of prior meeting minutes. The Commission has a vacant Chair position. Public comment may be submitted in writing or made in person. No substantive policy decisions or major contracts are on the agenda.

• Certification of eligibility list for Management Assistant (PRL)
• Certification of eligibility list for Recreation Coordinator
• Approval of meeting minutes from prior session
• Commission Chair position listed as vacant
• Compensation for commissioners set at $75 per meeting

The commission approved the Consent Calendar, which includes certification of eligibility lists for the Management Assistant and Recreation Coordinator positions and approval of the meeting minutes. The motion was moved by Commissioner Griggs, seconded by Commissioner Ghebregzhi, and passed with four ayes and no nays. The meeting was then adjourned to the next regular session on May 7, 2025.

• Approved Consent Calendar (4-0)
• Certified eligibility list – Management Assistant (part of Consent Calendar)
• Certified eligibility list – Recreation Coordinator (part of Consent Calendar)
• Approved meeting minutes (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting to May 7, 2025 (motion passed)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss a fee waiver for a historical home research lecture at the public library. The body will also select a March Pet of the Month and receive updates on park projects and programs.

• Fee waiver request for Signal Hill Historical Society to use Library Community Room on May 24, 2025
• Selection of March 2025 Pet of the Month
• Director's Report on City Council actions, park projects, and programs
• Presentation on the Annual California Park & Recreation Society (CPRS) Conference

City Council

The City Council will consider confirming a five-year water rate adjustment plan with increases of 15% in the first two years, followed by 14%, 14%, and 10%, and set a Proposition 218 protest hearing for May 27, 2025. They will also receive a presentation on the Opportunity Study Areas economic study and provide direction on overlay zones, development proposals for a city-owned property at Spring Street and Atlantic Avenue, and environmental studies. Additionally, the Council will authorize submission of the 2024 General Plan Annual Progress Report and Housing Successor Annual Report to state agencies.

• Confirm water rate adjustments: 15% increase in FY 2025-26 and 2026-27, 14% in 2027-28 and 2028-29, 10% in 2029-30
• Set Proposition 218 protest hearing for May 27, 2025
• Closed session on potential acquisition of a 7,800 sq. ft. mixed-use lot at 1965/75 E. 21st Street and 2107 Cherry Avenue
• Opportunity Study Areas economic study presentation and requested direction on overlay zones, development proposals for Spring/Atlantic property, and environmental RFP
• Authorization to submit 2024 General Plan Annual Progress Report and Housing Successor Annual Report to OPR and HCD

The council confirmed a 15% water rate increase for FY 2025‑26 and FY 2026‑27, 14% for FY 2027‑28 and FY 2028‑29, and 10% for FY 2029‑30, and set a Proposition 218 protest hearing for May 27, 2025. It also authorized staff to issue a Request for Proposals for environmental studies in the Opportunity Study Areas and to submit the 2024 General Plan Annual Progress Report and Housing Successor Report to state agencies. The Consent Calendar items were approved, and the meeting was adjourned to the next regular session on April 8, 2025.

• Approved water rate adjustments (15% FY25‑26, 15% FY26‑27, 14% FY27‑28, 14% FY28‑29, 10% FY29‑30) and set Proposition 218 protest hearing (unanimous vote)
• Authorized staff to issue Request for Proposals for environmental studies for Opportunity Study Areas (unanimous vote)
• Authorized staff to submit 2024 General Plan Annual Progress Report and Housing Successor Annual Report to state agencies (unanimous vote)
• Approved Consent Calendar items (warrant register, professional services agreement, contract amendment register, investment schedule, meeting minutes) (unanimous vote)
• Adjourned meeting to the next regular session on April 8, 2025

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hear a presentation from the Public Works Department on new design standards for overhead and post-mounted street name signs citywide. Staff will also update the Commission on the expiration of three commissioner terms (Lopez, Parker, Savoulian) on May 31, 2025, and the City Council appointment process. The consent calendar includes approval of the February 6, 2025 special meeting minutes and receipt of the monthly Development Status Report.

• Presentation on new design standards for overhead and post-mounted street name signs citywide
• Update on Planning Commissioner terms expiring May 31, 2025 (Lopez, Parker, Savoulian) and appointment process
• Approval of special meeting minutes from February 6, 2025
• Receive monthly Development Status Report of current projects
• Public comment period for items not on the agenda and on each agenda item

City Council

The City Council will discuss and provide feedback on a proposed ordinance to allow the sale of "safe and sane" fireworks as a fundraising tool for nonprofit organizations. The Council will also consider a recruitment schedule for Planning, Parks and Recreation, and Civil Service Commission appointments. Under the consent calendar, the Council will vote on awarding contracts for sidewalk repairs ($49,413) and the California Avenue Improvements Project ($946,726), plus approve resolutions for SB 1 and Measure W project lists for fiscal year 2025-26.

• Discussion of draft ordinance permitting nonprofit firework stand sales
• Public works contract with Gentry General Engineering for sidewalk repair, not-to-exceed $49,413
• Public works contract with Excel Paving for California Avenue improvements from Spring to 28th Street, not-to-exceed $946,726
• Adoption of resolution approving list of SB 1-funded road projects for FY 2025-26 (estimated $308,518 in RMRA funds)
• Adoption of resolution approving list of Measure W-funded safe clean water projects for FY 2025-26

Diversity Coalition Committee

The Diversity Coalition Committee will review progress from three subcommittees focused on education, community outreach, and city improvement. Members will discuss the implementation of the strategic framework and work plan, including a potential date to present progress to the City Council.

• Updates from the Educate and Celebrate subcommittee
• Updates from the Outreach to Underserved and Unrepresented Groups subcommittee
• Updates from the Advise City Council and Staff on Opportunities for Continuous Improvement subcommittee
• Discussion of a priority list of work items through June 30, 2024
• Approval of February 3, 2025 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will discuss water rate adjustments and a $3 million interfund loan for reservoir repairs. They are also considering a loan agreement for an 83-unit affordable housing project and a conditional use permit for a church.

• Proposed $6,550,000 loan for Walnut Bluff Workforce Housing Project at East Willow Street and Walnut Avenue
• Proposed $3 million interfund loan from General Fund to Water Enterprise Fund for Gundry Reservoir Roof Replacement
• Public hearing for Conditional Use Permit 23-02 for a church at 3300 East Willow Street
• Discussion on water rate adjustments that would increase average monthly bills by $5.87 in the first year
• Proposed appropriation of $1,550,000 from various housing fees and programs

Housing Authority

The Housing Authority will consider adopting a resolution to approve an Affordable Housing Agreement and Loan Agreement with National Community Renaissance for the Walnut Bluff Workforce Housing Project. The project would build 83 affordable homes at the northwest corner of East Willow Street and Walnut Avenue for households earning below 80% AMI. The total loan from the City and Housing Authority is approximately $6.55 million, with the Housing Authority contributing $5 million from its land loan and other funds.

• Adoption of resolution authorizing the Affordable Housing Agreement and Loan Agreement with National CORE
• Appropriation of $5,000,000 from Housing Authority funds ($3,250,000 land loan, $1,750,000 other)
• City Council separately appropriating $1,550,000 from in-lieu fees, deferral of impact fees, and PLHA program
• Project: 83 affordable homes for households earning below 80% AMI on a two-acre site
• Public comment period on closed session matters at 6:00 p.m. and general public comment during the meeting

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss selecting a Signal Hill resident aged 60+ as an Outstanding Older American nominee for a Los Angeles County award. They will also consider rescheduling the March 19 meeting due to a lack of quorum and select a Pet of the Month from nominations. Presentations include the Safe Routes to School program, animal service program updates, and a community health fair. The consent calendar includes policy updates and approval of January meeting minutes.

• Select Outstanding Older American nominee for LACCOA award
• Consider rescheduling March 19 meeting to March 26 or cancel
• Select Pet of the Month for February from submitted nominations
• Public Works presentation on Safe Routes to School program
• Update on Parks, Recreation and Library Services Department's animal service program and Community Resources & Health Fair

City Council

The Signal Hill City Council will hold a closed session on anticipated litigation, then discuss the city's fireworks ordinance following a council request on Jan. 28. The consent calendar includes approval of Year Five participation in the LA County Permanent Local Housing Allocation grant program, final acceptance of the Playground Surface Replacement Project at Signal Hill Park, a contract amendment register covering 15 on-call service extensions, and a warrant register.

• Discussion of City Fireworks Ordinance per January 28 council request
• Resolution to apply for Year Five PLHA grant funding through LACDA
• Resolution accepting completed Playground Surface Replacement at Signal Hill Park by Spectraturf
• Contract Amendment Register with 15 on-call service contract extensions (e.g., De Novo Planning, Earth Consultants, KTGY Group)
• Warrant Register for general disbursements

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Conditional Use Permit 23-02 for a church at 3300 East Willow Street, and consider a resolution recommending City Council approval. A presentation will update on the upcoming closure of California Avenue for street improvements. The regular February 18 meeting is cancelled.

• Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit 23-02 for church use at 3300 East Willow Street in CI zone
• Presentation on California Avenue closure for street improvements
• Consent calendar includes approval of January 21, 2025 meeting minutes
• Development Status Report highlighting current projects
• Commission new business and adjournment to March 18, 2025

Civil Service Commission

The Signal Hill Civil Service Commission will certify eligibility lists for six maintenance and operator positions and approve acting appointments for the Chief of Police, Finance Director, and Water Superintendent.

• Certify eligibility list for Maintenance Worker
• Certify eligibility list for Management Assistant
• Certify eligibility list for Senior Water Systems Operator
• Approve Acting Chief of Police - Brad Kenneally
• Approve Acting ASO/Finance Director - Siamlu Cox

Sustainable City Committee

The Sustainable City Committee is meeting to determine if the number of annual meetings should be increased and to plan sustainable giveaways for 2025 Concerts in the Park. The body will also receive updates on the Street Tree Master Plan and the Hillbrook Park renovation.

• Discussion on increasing the number of annual SCC meetings
• Selection of Ground Education for a Sustainability Award
• Update on the Street Tree Master Plan presentation by SWA
• Status report on the polystyrene packaging educational campaign
• Planning for the Mayor's Clean-Up event on April 22, 2025, at Discovery Well Park

Diversity Coalition Committee

The Diversity Coalition Committee will discuss and potentially adopt a revised strategic framework and work plan, including subcommittee assignments and next steps. The committee will also consider a meeting end time policy to align with library hours, review revised member participation guidelines and a commitment letter, and discuss exploring DEI principles. New business items include a speaker series and a land proclamation discussion.

• Meeting end time policy to conclude by 8:00 PM to align with Signal Hill Public Library hours
• Adoption of DCC Strategic Framework and Work Plan with subcommittee assignments
• Revised DCC Member Participation Guidelines and introduction of a Commitment Letter
• Discussion on integrating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) principles into the work plan
• New business: speaker series plan and land proclamation idea

City Council

The City Council will discuss the potential acquisition of a mixed-use lot and the adoption of 15-year pipeline franchises for Crimson California Pipeline, L.P. and Cardinal Pipeline, L.P. The body will also determine a date for the FY 2025-26 budget workshop.

• Closed session negotiation for acquisition of property at 1965/75 E 21st Street & 2107 Cherry Avenue
• Adoption of Ordinance No. 2025-01-1552 granting a franchise to Crimson California Pipeline, L.P.
• Adoption of Ordinance No. 2025-01-1553 granting a franchise to Cardinal Pipeline, L.P.
• Final acceptance of the Street Tree Planting Project contract with SDC Engineering Incorporated
• Fee and alcohol prohibition waiver request for Signal Hill Community Foundation event at Zinnia Courtyard

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a request to increase the height of a 14-foot-6-inch monument sign to 19 feet-6 inches at a Glenn E. Thomas Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge dealership at 2100 East Spring Street to accommodate new electrical equipment. The meeting also includes routine items such as approving previous minutes and receiving a development status report.

• Public Hearing: Sign modification for Glenn E. Thomas Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge at 2100 East Spring Street
• Approval of November 19, 2024 Planning Commission minutes
• Receive and file City Council follow-up actions
• Receive and file monthly Development Status Report
• Receive and file news articles compiled by staff

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss whether a quorum will be present at the regular March 19, 2025 meeting given two commissioners' attendance at the CPRS Conference, and may direct staff to cancel that meeting. They will also discuss nominations for the Outstanding Older American award and select a Pet of the Month for January 2025. The Director's Report provides updates on park projects and programs.

• Verification of quorum for March 19, 2025 meeting due to CPRS Conference attendance; possible cancellation
• Discussion of nominees for City of Signal Hill Outstanding Older American 2025 award
• Selection of Pet of the Month for January 2025 from submitted nominations
• Director's Report on City Council actions, park projects, and programs
• Consent calendar: approval of November 14, 2024 meeting minutes and review of Commission Revolving Objectives

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on granting pipeline franchises to Crimson California Pipeline, L.P. and Cardinal Pipeline, L.P. The body will also consider a $35,000 contract for emergency plan updates and annual institutional permits.

• Public hearing for 15-year pipeline franchise for Crimson California Pipeline, L.P.
• Public hearing for 15-year pipeline franchise for Cardinal Pipeline, L.P.
• Proposed $35,000 contract with Tandem Solutions for Emergency Operations Plan and Crisis Communications Annex
• Annual institutional permits for Cole Vocational Services, Courtyard Care Center, Dungarvin California LLC, Las Brisas Childcare Center, and Unlimited Quest
• Contract amendment for Ocean Blue Environmental Services to extend term through Jan 11, 2028, and increase amount to $191,634

City Council as Successor Agency

The City Council as Successor Agency will receive and file the annual report on the dissolution of the former Signal Hill Redevelopment Agency. The report identifies two remaining parcel groups for sale: properties on Gardena Avenue and East Spring/Canton/29th Streets. Consent calendar includes approval of meeting minutes from 2024.

• Annual report on Successor Agency operations and remaining redevelopment properties
• Two remaining property groups: 2435-2485 Gardena Avenue and 630-998 East Spring Street complex
• Approval of meeting minutes from January 9, June 11, and December 10, 2024
• Adjournment in memory of Police Chief Wayne Byerley and Civil Service Commissioner Paul Patterson

Housing Authority

The Signal Hill Housing Authority will receive and file its annual report summarizing activities, including facilitation of five affordable housing projects totaling 250 income-restricted units. The report also notes a vacant city-owned parcel and the selection of National Community Renaissance as developer for the Walnut and Orange Bluff sites, planned for 380 units. The board will also approve meeting minutes from 2024.

• Annual report detailing 250 income-restricted affordable housing units developed
• City-owned vacant landlocked parcel noted as potential future development site
• National Community Renaissance selected as development partner for Walnut and Orange Bluff sites (380 units planned)
• Approval of minutes from Regular Meeting Jan 9, 2024 and Special Meetings Feb 13 and Jul 23, 2024

Municipal Financing Authority

The Signal Hill Municipal Financing Authority convenes its annual meeting as required by its bylaws. The Executive Director reports that no actions were taken in 2024, and the Authority will approve the minutes from the January 9, 2024 meeting. All other agenda items are routine consent‑calendar items with no discussion.

• Executive Director report confirming no reportable actions in 2024
• Approval of meeting minutes from January 9, 2024
• Consent calendar routine items slated for non‑discussed approval
• Public comment period for items not on the agenda
• Adjournment and notice of next meeting on January 13, 2026

Public Financing Authority

This meeting is the annual required meeting of the Signal Hill Public Financing Authority. The only substantive item is to receive and file a report noting no reportable actions in 2024 and to approve the minutes from the January 9, 2024 meeting. No financing decisions or new business are on the agenda.

• Receive and file 2025 Annual Meeting report (no reportable actions in 2024)
• Approve meeting minutes of January 9, 2024

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission holds a special meeting to consider routine consent calendar items, including certification of an eligibility list for the Senior Recreation Specialist position and approval of prior meeting minutes. Commissioners will also have an opportunity to introduce new business, though no specific items are listed. The meeting includes public comment periods.

• Certification of Eligibility List - Senior Recreation Specialist
• Approval of meeting minutes from previous session

Diversity Coalition Committee

The Diversity Coalition Committee will select a Chair and discuss the adoption of three new subcommittees focused on education, marginalized group outreach, and city council advisory roles. The body will also review the 2025 Commemorative Flag Display Schedule and member participation guidelines.

• Selection of a committee Chair
• Adoption of subcommittees: Educate & Celebrate, Reach out to Marginalized Groups, and Advise City Council and Staff on Opportunities for Continuous Improvement
• Discussion of the 2025 Commemorative Flag Display Schedule
• Proposed policy to end meetings by 8:00 P.M. to align with Signal Hill Public Library hours
• Review of DCC Member Participation Guidelines and a new Commitment Letter