Claremont public meetings in 2021
76 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Traffic and Transportation Commission
The Commission will consider safety improvements for the Thompson Creek Trail crossing at Mountain Avenue. The agenda also includes a warrants update for the College Avenue and Green Street bike and pedestrian project. Additionally, the Commission will review the October 28, 2021, meeting minutes.
- Safety improvements for Thompson Creek Trail crossing at Mountain Avenue
- College Avenue at Green Street Bike and Pedestrian Improvements Project warrants update
- Approval of October 28, 2021, meeting minutes
Architectural and Preservation Commission
The Commission will conduct a preliminary review of Phase 1 of the South Village Mixed-Use Development Project. Staff recommends providing actionable comments and direction to the applicant and project designers. The agenda also includes approval of the November 10, 2021, meeting minutes.
- Preliminary review of Phase 1 of the South Village Mixed-Use Development Project
- Approval of Architectural Commission meeting minutes from November 10, 2021
City Council/Financing Authority/Successor Agency to the Claremont Redevelopment Agency
The City Council will vote on appointing a Mayor and Mayor Pro Tempore for the upcoming year. The agenda also includes reviewing budget amendments for small business grants and approving several city contracts.
- Appointment of Mayor and Mayor Pro Tempore
- $140,000 reallocation to the Small Business Grant Program
- Contract with Grand Central Recycling and Transfer Station, Inc. at $25 per ton
- $25,000 increase for Blais & Associates grant research services
- Ten-year lease agreement for Garner House with Claremont Heritage
Police Commission
The Claremont Police Commission will meet via Zoom to review administrative items and reports. The agenda includes an oral report regarding upcoming Assembly and Senate bills and the approval of minutes from the November 4, 2021, meeting.
- Oral report on upcoming Assembly and Senate Bills
- Approval of November 4, 2021, Police Commission meeting minutes
- Chief's Report
City Council
The City Council will consider several items including infrastructure projects and regulatory updates. This includes funding for accessibility improvements at Mary Place and new garbage recycling requirements. The Council will also review participation in national opioid settlements.
- Contract award to DASH Construction Company, Inc. for the Mary Place Accessibility Improvement Project up to $76,424
- Ordinance update regarding garbage and solid waste recycling compliance
- Contract with Main Street Signs for traffic control services not to exceed $23,000 annually
- Proposed lease with Ways 2H, Inc. for a waste-to-hydrogen pilot plant at the City Yard
- Participation in national opioid litigation settlements involving Distributors and J&J
City Council
The Claremont City Council has scheduled a special meeting to confer with legal counsel regarding existing litigation. No other substantive items are listed on this agenda for discussion or decision.
- Closed session regarding City of Claremont v. B. Manor, Inc. et al. (Case No. 21STCV32617)
Architectural and Preservation Commission
The Commission will review a site plan for a second-story addition to a single-story historic residence. The agenda also includes the approval of meeting minutes from October 27, 2021.
- Proposed 1,060 square-foot second story addition at 536 North Berkeley Avenue
- Approval of October 27, 2021, meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will discuss an ordinance regarding organic material recycling requirements. The agenda also includes a contract for asphalt repair services and a recognition of Police Chief Shelly Vander Veen.
- Introduction of ordinance amending garbage and solid waste regulations
- Contract award to Hardy & Harper, Inc. for on-call asphalt repair up to $50,000 annually
- Resolution reconfirming the COVID-19 state of emergency
- Ordinance amending Title 9 regarding fireworks sale and use
Police Commission
The Claremont Police Commission will discuss the Racial Identity Profiling Act (RIPA) report and receive an oral report on prostitution enforcement. The meeting also includes a recognition of Chief Shelly Vander Veen's retirement after 28 years of service.
- Recognition of Chief Shelly Vander Veen's retirement
- Review of Racial Identity Profiling Act (RIPA) report
- Oral report on prostitution enforcement
- Approval of September 2, 2021, meeting minutes
Traffic and Transportation Commission
The Commission will select a new Chair and Vice Chair. Members will also review the July 22, 2021, meeting minutes and hold a study session regarding the Pavement Management System schedule update.
- Selection of Chair and Vice Chair
- Approval of July 22, 2021, meeting minutes
- Pavement Management System schedule update study session
Architectural and Preservation Commission
The Commission will consider a shared sign program and height variances for two adjacent auto dealerships at 620 and 667 Auto Center Drive. The meeting also includes a request to increase parking lot light height to 25 feet at the 667 Auto Center Drive location.
- Sign program and variance for 620 and 667 Auto Center Drive
- Request to increase parking lot light height to 25 feet at 667 Auto Center Drive
- Selection of Commission Chair and Vice Chair
- Approval of July 28, 2021 meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will consider allocating portions of the 2020-21 General Fund surplus to pension liabilities, emergency reserves, and open space acquisitions. The agenda also includes contract amendments for the Clara Oaks development and an ordinance regarding fireworks regulations.
- Allocation of $1,000,000 from General Fund surplus to CalPERS pension liabilities
- Contract amendment and new agreement with Dudek Environmental Planning for Clara Oaks development
- Award of contract to Psomas for Corporate Yard Transfer Station permit services ($34,875)
- Introduction of an ordinance amending regulations on the sale and use of fireworks
- Appointment of Mario Alvarez to the Planning Commission
City Council
The Claremont City Council will consider an amendment to a negotiating agreement regarding the potential purchase of city-owned property at 451 West Arrow Highway. The agenda also includes an update to the Claremont Municipal Code and a resolution reconfirming the COVID-19 state of emergency.
- Negotiation extension for property at 451 West Arrow Highway
- Update to the Claremont Municipal Code
- Resolution reconfirming the COVID-19 state of emergency
- Approval of the City Warrant Register
Community and Human Services Commission
The Commission will review various committee meeting minutes and a sustainability report. Staff will also provide an oral quarterly update regarding the City's Homeless Programs.
- Oral update on the City's Homeless Programs
- Review of July 2021 tree removals and plantings list
- Receipt of the 2019-2020 City Sustainability Annual Report
- Approval of September 1, 2021 meeting minutes
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a request to amend an existing conditional use permit for Magnolia Eatery Company. The proposal seeks to increase the tenant space size and allow for private events and restaurant use at 665 E. Foothill Boulevard, Suites C and D.
- Amendment to Conditional Use Permit #15-C07AMD at 665 E. Foothill Boulevard, Suites C and D
- Approval of September 21, 2021, Planning Commission meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will review several contract awards and a major ordinance update regarding housing. The agenda includes authorization for a large-scale energy improvement project and updates to legal service compensation. Additionally, the Council will receive a six-month evaluation report on the Psychiatric Assessment Care Team.
- Ordinance to update the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance for residential developments citywide
- $6,900,000 lease agreement for financing energy conservation improvements
- Contract with Bear Electrical Solutions, Inc. for up to $81,000 annually
- $100,000 compensation increase for special legal services from Liebert Cassidy Whitmore
- $49,500 contract with HdL ECONSolutions to administer COVID-19 relief programs
City Council
The Claremont City Council will hold a special meeting via Zoom on September 28, 2021. The council is scheduled to meet in closed session for an initial performance review of the City Manager.
- Public employee performance evaluation for the City Manager
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will select a Chair and Vice Chair and review recent meeting minutes. The commission will also hold public hearings for two conditional use permits involving business operations in the Claremont Village area.
- Request to add distilled spirits to the existing beer and wine permit for Cafe X2O at 1 N. Indian Hill Blvd
- Request for a conditional use permit to establish massage therapy services at 324 N. Indian Hill Blvd
- Selection of Commission Chair and Vice Chair
- Approval of meeting minutes from July 6, July 20, and August 10, 2021
City Council
The City Council will consider several items including a contract for two new sanitation trucks and a police officers' association memorandum of understanding. A public hearing is also scheduled regarding an amendment to the city's inclusionary housing ordinance.
- Contract for two CNG front-loader sanitation trucks up to $766,456
- Three-year custodial services contract with Allied Universal Janitorial Services
- Memorandum of Understanding with Claremont Police Officers’ Association through 2025
- Adoption of the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Update
- Public hearing on amending inclusionary housing requirements for residential developments
Police Commission
The Claremont Police Commission will meet to select a new Chair and Vice Chair. The commission will also review the six-month evaluation of the Psychiatric Assessment Care Team. Additionally, members will discuss the meeting schedule for 2021-22.
- Selection of Chair and Vice Chair
- Psychiatric Assessment Care Team (PACT) 6-month evaluation report
- Approval of July 1, 2021 meeting minutes
- Establishment of 2021-22 meeting schedule
Community and Human Services Commission
The Commission will select its officers and committee liaisons for the 2021-22 term. The meeting also includes appointments to the Teen Committee and reviews of tree removal requests.
- Selection of 2021-22 Commission officers and committee liaisons
- Appointments to the Teen Committee
- Request to deny removal of two Camphor trees at 697 Scripps Drive
- Request to deny removal of one Italian Stone Pine tree at 831 Mary Place
- Review of May and June 2021 tree plantings and removals
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will continue deliberations on an amendment to the Claremont Municipal Code. The proposal seeks to update the city's inclusionary housing requirement for residential developments citywide. Staff recommends adopting a resolution recommending this code amendment to the City Council.
- Proposed amendment to the Inclusionary Housing Requirement (#21-CA02)
- Update to Claremont Municipal Code Chapter 16.036
Architectural and Preservation Commission
The Architectural Commission will conduct an advisory review of an administrative adjustment to the Claremont McKenna College Master Plan. This includes changes to the location of planned academic space and revisions to the design of Claremont Boulevard.
- Approval of June 9, 2021 meeting minutes
- Advisory review of Claremont McKenna College Master Plan adjustments for academic space and Claremont Boulevard design
City Council
The City Council will review several professional service agreements and commission appointments. Agenda items include funding for traffic engineering, environmental compliance, and police radio equipment. The council will also discuss housing allocation funds and bond tax rates.
- $376,390 contract for professional traffic engineering services
- $51,789 purchase of Motorola Solutions radio equipment
- $105,000 annual agreement for environmental compliance services
- $53,350 ADA improvements at Sixth Street and Harvard Avenue
- $240,805 allocation to the San Gabriel Valley Regional Housing Trust
Traffic and Transportation Commission
The Commission will review a draft parking study outline and an Ad Hoc Committee report regarding the Foothill Gold Line Extension. The meeting also includes an update on regional transportation developments from the Gold Line Construction Authority. Additionally, the Commission is scheduled to approve the minutes from the June 24, 2021, meeting.
- Review of Foothill Gold Line Extension Draft Parking Study and Ad Hoc Committee report
- Update on regional transportation developments by Gold Line Construction Authority
- Approval of June 24, 2021, Commission minutes
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a permit to use part of an office building at 555 Arrow Highway for educational purposes. The Commission will also review a proposed amendment to update the city's inclusionary housing ordinance for residential developments.
- Conditional Use Permit #21-C01 for educational use of an office building at 555 Arrow Highway
- Proposed amendment (#21-CA02) to the inclusionary housing requirement for residential developments
City Council
The City Council is meeting to discuss the adoption of the Village South Specific Plan and related zoning changes. The Council will also consider recommendations regarding the School Resource Officer position and school safety. Other items include approving contracts for demographic analysis and a new DUI traffic trailer.
- Adoption of Village South Specific Plan and associated code amendments
- Contract with National Demographic Corporation for redistricting assistance up to $45,000
- Purchase of a DUI Traffic Trailer for up to $34,968.18
- Police Commission recommendations regarding the School Resource Officer position
- Adoption of the Claremont Dial-a-Ride Safety Plan
City Council
The Claremont City Council has scheduled a special meeting via Zoom for July 13, 2021. The agenda includes a closed session for conferences with labor negotiators representing several employee associations. No other substantive items are listed for this special meeting.
- Closed session conference with labor negotiators
Community and Human Services Commission
The Commission will review the 2021-2029 Housing Element draft, including needs assessments and opportunity sites. The agenda also includes an oral update on City Homeless Programs and a recommendation to advance a Waste-to-Hydrogen Pilot Plant Project at City Yard.
- Review of 2021-2029 Housing Element draft and opportunity sites
- Oral update on City Homeless Programs
- Recommendation for Waste-to-Hydrogen Pilot Plant Project at City Yard
- Denial of tree removal requests at 697 Scripps Drive and 831 Mary Place
- Acceptance of replacement tree donation for Oak Park Cemetery
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review a request to modify parking reductions within the Village South Specific Plan. The Commission is also asked to recommend that the City Council adopt the plan, approve a General Plan amendment, and certify a draft environmental impact report.
- Review of proposed parking reduction modifications in Section 3.9.B.8 of the Village South Specific Plan
- Recommendation for adoption of the Village South Specific Plan (File #17-SP01)
- Proposed General Plan Amendment (File #21-GPA02)
- Proposed Zone Change and modification of the City of Claremont Zoning Map (File #21-CA01)
- Certification of the Draft Environmental Impact Report for the Village South Specific Plan
Police Commission
The commission will consider recommendations to discontinue financing the School Resource Officer program by June 30, 2022. Additionally, members will discuss establishing an Ad Hoc Committee for a new body-worn camera program and review a sample policy. The City Attorney will also provide training on meeting procedures.
- Proposal to discontinue School Resource Officer (SRO) program funding by June 30, 2022
- Establishment of an Ad Hoc Committee for Body Worn Camera Program implementation
- Review of sample body-worn camera policy
- Training on the Ralph M. Brown Act and meeting procedures
- Report on National Incident Based Reporting System (NIBRS)
Traffic and Transportation Commission
The Commission will review the minutes from the May 27, 2021, meeting. City Attorney Alisha Patterson will provide a presentation regarding the Ralph M. Brown Act and other meeting procedures. Staff briefings on recent City Council meetings are also scheduled.
- Approval of May 27, 2021, meeting minutes
- Presentation on Ralph M. Brown Act and meeting procedures
- Staff briefing on City Council meetings
City Council
The City Council is reviewing several items for approval, including contracts for traffic signal improvements and street striping projects. The agenda also includes an amendment regarding the potential purchase of property at 451 West Arrow Highway.
- Contract with Elecnor Belco Electric, Inc. for citywide traffic signal improvements totaling $527,068
- Agreement with Superior Pavement Markings, Inc. for street striping up to $105,536
- Amendment to the negotiating agreement for the potential purchase of 451 West Arrow Highway
- Professional services agreements for inclusionary housing services
- Agreement with Diamond Environmental Services for portable restrooms at Claremont Hills Wilderness Park
City Council
The Claremont City Council has scheduled a special meeting to conduct a closed session conference with labor negotiators. No items are listed for open session discussion or decision. The session involves representatives from several employee organizations.
- Closed session conference with labor negotiators regarding various employee associations
City Council
The City Council will consider adopting the 2021-22 operating and capital improvement budget. The agenda also includes a 3.60 percent increase to citywide user fees and new ordinances for sewer and sanitation fee schedules.
- Adoption of the 2021-22 operating and capital improvement program budget
- A 3.60 percent increase to citywide user fee rates effective July 1, 2021
- Contract for park restroom custodial services not to exceed $84,000 annually
- Approval of final tract map for residential townhomes at 511 Colby Circle
- Annual assessment of $188 per unit for the Landscape and Lighting District
City Council
The City Council will review a presentation regarding the final proposed 2021-2022 City Operating and Capital Improvement Program Budget. No action will be taken during this special meeting. The adoption of the budget is scheduled for the regular meeting later that evening.
- Presentation of the proposed 2021-2022 City Operating and Capital Improvement Program Budget
Police Commission
The Police Commission is reviewing recommendations to discontinue financing the School Resource Officer (SRO) program by June 30, 2022. The proposal includes establishing a working group to redesign school safety and increasing officer training in de-escalation. The Commission will also receive the 2020 Police Department Annual Report.
- Discontinuing School Resource Officer (SRO) program financing by June 30, 2022
- Creating a working group to redesign school safety in Claremont schools
- Review of the Police Department 2020 Annual Report
- Oral report from the Data Analysis Ad Hoc Committee
Community and Human Services Commission
The Commission will review tree removal and planting plans for the Towne Avenue Improvement Project and Mary Place project. They will also consider proposed new fees for sewer dye tests and bin steam cleaning.
- Approval of tree removals and approximately 160 new plantings for Towne Avenue Improvement Project
- Approval of seven tree removals and fourteen replantings for Mary Place Accessibility Improvement Project
- Review of proposed new fees for sewer dye tests and bin steam cleaning
- Recognition of outgoing Commissioner Phyllis Munson
Planning Commission
The Commission will review and recommend actions regarding the Village South Specific Plan to facilitate transit-oriented development. They will also consider an appeal regarding concrete block wall construction at 837 Drake Avenue. Additionally, the meeting includes a review of the 2021-22 Capital Improvement Program.
- Review and recommendation for Village South Specific Plan (mixed-use transit-oriented development)
- Appeal regarding construction of concrete block walls at 837 Drake Avenue
- Review of 2021-22 Capital Improvement Program for General Plan consistency
- Approval of Planning Commission meeting minutes from April 6 and April 20, 2021
Traffic and Transportation Commission
The Commission will hold a study session to review complete streets concepts for the section of Claremont Boulevard between Foothill Boulevard and Sixth Street. Staff is seeking feedback on these proposals to inform future corridor designs. The agenda also includes the approval of meeting minutes from April 22, 2021.
- Review of Claremont Boulevard Complete Streets Analysis (Foothill Boulevard to Sixth Street)
- Approval of April 22, 2021, meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding proposed adjustments to sanitation and sewer fees. The Council will also consider several contract awards, including items for sewer rehabilitation, CNG station compressors, and the Housing Element Update.
- Public hearing on adjusting sanitation and sewer fees via Proposition 218
- $248,250 contract award for Phase 3 of the Sewer Rehabilitation Project
- $51,093.11 contract for two CNG station compressors
- $200,117 compensation increase for the Housing Element Update
- Mills Act agreements for 480 Cucamonga Avenue and 995 Harrison Avenue
City Council
The City Council will hold a special meeting via Zoom. The agenda includes closed sessions regarding anticipated litigation and labor negotiations.
- Closed session regarding potential litigation for unauthorized tree removal at 692 West 11th Street
- Closed session to confer with labor negotiators representing various city employee associations
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the Village South Specific Plan. This plan aims to facilitate mixed-use transit-oriented development south of the Village Expansion Area. Staff recommends approving revisions and recommending City Council adoption of the plan and related environmental reports.
- Public hearing for the Village South Specific Plan
- Proposed zone change and General Plan amendment
- Review of the Environmental Impact Report
City Council
The City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct the 2021-22 Community Budget Workshop. Staff recommends that the Council discuss the preliminary budget and provide direction to staff.
- Discussion of the preliminary 2021-22 community budget
Architectural and Preservation Commission
The Architectural Commission will receive a presentation from the City Attorney regarding the Ralph M. Brown Act and other meeting procedures. The Commission will also consider approving the minutes from the April 28, 2021, meeting. No public hearings or administrative items are scheduled for this session.
- Presentation on the Ralph M. Brown Act and meeting procedures by City Attorney Alisha Patterson
- Approval of the April 28, 2021, Architectural Commission meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will hear appeals regarding the 'The Commons' mixed-use project at Monte Vista Avenue and Foothill Boulevard. The agenda also includes a $147,000 agreement for family shelter beds and a public hearing on landscape and lighting district assessments.
- Appeal of architectural and planning denials for 'The Commons' mixed-use project
- $147,000 professional services agreement with Inland Valley Hope Partners for shelter beds
- Public hearing for 2021-22 Landscape and Lighting District assessments
- Side letter agreement regarding police canine officer compensation
- Approval of $450 million in tax-exempt financing via CSCDA
Community and Human Services Commission
The Commission will consider a proposed fee change for Oak Park Cemetery and review revised Youth Sports Committee Policies and Procedures. The meeting also includes a report on tree plantings and removals from February 2021.
- Proposed fee change for Oak Park Cemetery
- Review of revised Youth Sports Committee Policies and Procedures
- Report on February 2021 tree plantings and removals
- Approval of April 7, 2021 meeting minutes
Architectural and Preservation Commission
The Claremont Architectural Commission will review several preservation requests. This includes reviewing Mills Act agreement proposals for properties on Cucamonga Avenue and Harrison Avenue. The commission will also consider adding a single-family residence to the city's register of historic structures.
- Mills Act agreement request for 480 Cucamonga Avenue
- Proposal to add 995 Harrison Avenue to the Register of Historic Structures
- Mills Act agreement request for 995 Harrison Avenue
- Approval of February 24, 2021 meeting minutes
City Council
The Council will review appeals regarding the denial of architectural and planning approvals for a mixed-use project known as 'The Commons.' The meeting also includes updates on city work plans, financial reports, and preliminary budget projections.
- Appeal for 'The Commons' mixed-use project near Monte Vista Avenue and Foothill Boulevard
- Amendment to Blais & Associates agreement for grant management services up to $35,000
- Presentation of 2021-22 preliminary expenditure projections
- Review of quarterly investment and financial reports ending March 31, 2021
Traffic and Transportation Commission
The Commission will review a report regarding bike and pedestrian improvements at the intersection of College Avenue and Green Street. The meeting also includes a presentation on the GoSGV Program Relaunch.
- Feedback on College Avenue at Green Street bike and pedestrian improvements report
- GoSGV Program Relaunch Presentation
- Approval of March 25, 2021, meeting minutes
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is conducting a preliminary review of a proposed residential development at the former La Puerta School site. The meeting also includes public hearings regarding a wall variance on Black Hills Drive and a lot split at 1490 North Claremont Boulevard.
- Preliminary review of residential development at the former La Puerta School site
- Variance request for a 6-foot concrete block wall at 580 Black Hills Drive
- Parcel map and variance to split lots at 1490 North Claremont Boulevard and 1495 Andrew Drive
City Council
The council will review the 2021-22 preliminary revenue projections and consider extending the Claremont Al Fresco outdoor dining program through July 4, 2022. They will also address artist selection for a utility box enhancement project funded by $8,500 from the Public Art Fund.
- Adoption of the updated Sustainable City Plan
- Extension of the Claremont Al Fresco outdoor dining program through July 4, 2022
- $8,500 appropriation for the Utility Box Enhancement Project and artist selection
- Affirming the interim appointment of David Cain as Finance Director
- Review of 2021-22 preliminary revenue projections
City Council
The Claremont City Council scheduled a special meeting to conduct a closed session conference with labor negotiators. This session involves representatives from several employee organizations, including police and management associations. No other items are listed on this special meeting agenda.
- Closed session conference with labor negotiators
Community and Human Services Commission
The Commission will review revised policies for the Independence Day and Committee on Aging committees. It will also consider nine appointments to the Committee on Human Relations and receive an update on homeless programs. Additionally, the body will consider a donation for College Park landscape enhancements.
- $188.00/AU levy recommendation for Fiscal Year 2021-22
- Nine appointments to the Committee on Human Relations
- Donation approval for College Park landscape enhancements
- Review of revised Independence Day Committee Policies and Procedures
- Oral update on City homeless programs
Planning Commission
The Commission will consider a request to allow distilled spirits at the Dog Haus Biergarten restaurant in Sycamore Hills Plaza. They will also conduct a preliminary review of a proposed residential development on the former La Puerta School site. No formal decisions regarding the residential project are being made at this meeting.
- Permit amendment for Dog Haus Biergarten (2209 E Baseline Rd) to include distilled spirits
- Preliminary review of proposed residential development at the former La Puerta School site
- Approval of Planning Commission meeting minutes from October 6, 2020, and March 2, 2021
Police Commission
The Police Commission will review the 2020 Part I Crime Data Report and an update to the Crime-Free Multi-Housing Program. The agenda also includes a presentation on survey analysis from the School Resource Officer Ad Hoc Committee. These items are presented for community input and official filing.
- Review of 2020 Part I Crime Data Report
- Update to the Crime-Free Multi-Housing Program
- School Resource Officer (SRO) Ad Hoc Committee survey analysis
- Approval of February 4, 2021, amended meeting minutes
- Approval of March 4, 2021, meeting minutes
Traffic and Transportation Commission
The Commission will review and approve Goal Area 3 of the Sustainable City Plan to forward it to the City Council. The agenda also includes a report on the Signalized Intersections Upgrade Project and a presentation from Gold Line Construction Authority.
- Review and approval of Sustainable City Plan Goal Area 3
- Report on Signalized Intersections Upgrade Project
- Presentation on regional transportation developments by Gold Line Construction Authority
- Approval of February 25, 2021 meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will consider initiating a process to adjust sewer and sanitation service fees. The agenda also includes contract awards for park upgrades and weed abatement.
- Contract with MCE Corporation for weed abatement not to exceed $102,860 annually
- Griffith Park improvements including new restroom facility and landscaping
- Contract with CXT Incorporated for restroom installation up to $166,000
- Authorization of the Proposition 218 process to adjust sewer and sanitation fees
- Review of 2020 Part I crime data report
City Council
The Claremont City Council scheduled a special meeting for March 23, 2021. The agenda features a closed session for the performance evaluation of the City Attorney. No other public discussion items are listed.
- Closed session: City Attorney performance evaluation
City Council
The City Council will consider the conceptual design and a $71,450 agreement for the Phase 2 Oak Park Cemetery Expansion Project. The Council will also review 2021 work plans for several city departments. Additionally, the agenda includes a review of the 2020 Housing Element Annual Progress Report.
- Approval of the Phase 2 Oak Park Cemetery Expansion conceptual design
- $71,450 professional services agreement with RJM Design Group for cemetery construction plans
- Approval of 2021 work plans for Police, Community Development, and other city departments
- Review of the 2020 Housing Element Annual Progress Report
- Receipt of the Claremont Tourism Business Improvement District Annual Report
Police Commission
The Police Commission will review an analysis of data regarding School Resource Officers. The meeting also includes an oral update from the School Resource Officer Ad Hoc Committee. The Commission will provide an opportunity for community input on the SRO data report.
- Analysis of School Resource Officer (SRO) data
- School Resource Officer (SRO) Ad Hoc Committee update
- Approval of February 4, 2021, meeting minutes
Community and Human Services Commission
The Commission will review Goal Areas 1, 2, 5, and 7 of the Sustainable City Plan update for recommendation to the City Council. The agenda also includes discussing tree removals for the Monte Vista Avenue Accessibility Improvement Project and a donation for Oak Park Cemetery improvements.
- Review of Goal Areas 1, 2, 5, and 7 for the Sustainable City Plan update
- Tree removal and replanting for the Monte Vista Avenue Accessibility Improvement Project
- Acceptance of a donation for the Oak Park Cemetery landscape and fencing project
- Proposed updates to the Claremont Municipal Code regarding tree policies
- Addition of Chinese Elm and Pink Trumpet trees to the Colby Circle street tree list
Planning Commission
The Commission will consider a request to merge parcels and create three new parcels at 1030 Columbia Avenue for Scripps College. Additionally, commissioners will review Goal Areas 4 and 6 of the Sustainable City Plan and the 2020 Housing Element Annual Progress Report.
- Parcel Map 82848: merging parcels and creating three new parcels at 1030 Columbia Avenue
- Review of Goal Areas 4 and 6 for the Sustainable City Plan
- Recommendation of the 2020 Housing Element Annual Progress Report
Traffic and Transportation Commission
The Claremont Traffic and Transportation Commission will review the 2021 Work Plan and receive updates on several infrastructure projects. This includes discussions regarding the Towne Avenue Complete Streets Improvements and preparations for a new Pavement Management System.
- Towne Avenue Complete Streets Improvements Update
- Review of the 2021 Commission Work Plan
- New Pavement Management System (PMS) preparation update
- Approval of January 28, 2021, meeting minutes
Architectural and Preservation Commission
The Claremont Architectural Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a 15-unit low income senior housing project at 956 West Base Line Road. Staff recommends the Commission adopt a resolution approving the architectural and site plan review for this project. The agenda also includes approval of the February 10, 2021, meeting minutes.
- Review of 15-unit low income senior housing project at 956 West Base Line Road
- Approval of February 10, 2021, meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will consider appointing Adam Pirrie as permanent City Manager for a one-year term. The agenda also includes approving a shared housing pilot program and a video storage equipment purchase. Additionally, the council will review 2021 work plans for the Police and Human Services departments.
- Appointment of Adam Pirrie as permanent City Manager
- $62,811.91 purchase order with Protocase, Inc. for video storage equipment
- Professional services agreement with SHARE! Collaborative Housing up to $50,000 for a shared housing pilot program
- Memorandum of Understanding with Tri-City Mental Health Authority to establish a Psychiatric Assessment Care Team
- Review of 2021 work plans for the Human Services and Police Departments
Architectural and Preservation Commission
The Commission will conduct an advisory review of the Village South Specific Plan and its associated cultural resources survey. The body will also consider selecting a new member to the Public Art Committee.
- Advisory review of Village South Specific Plan (VSSP) design guidelines
- Review of Cultural Resources Survey (CRR) for the VSSP
- Selection of a new member to the Public Art Committee
- Approval of October 28, 2020, meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will review 2021 work plans for the Administrative and Community Services departments. The agenda also includes a mid-year budget report and a contract for automated license plate reader cameras.
- $26,383.70 contract for Automated License Plate Reader cameras
- 2020-21 Mid-Year Budget Report
- Review of 2021 work plans for Administrative and Community Services departments
- Resolution approving the City Warrant Register
City Council
The Claremont City Council has scheduled a special meeting for February 9, 2021. The agenda consists solely of a closed session for conferences with labor negotiators representing various employee organizations. No other items are listed for the open session.
- Closed session conference with labor negotiators
Police Commission
The commission will receive the 2020 annual report of citizens' complaints against peace officers for review and community input. Members will also hear an update from the School Resource Officer Ad Hoc Committee. The meeting includes the approval of minutes from the December 3, 2020 meeting.
- 2020 Annual Report of Citizens' Complaints Against Peace Officers
- School Resource Officer (SRO) Ad Hoc Committee update
- Approval of December 3, 2020 meeting minutes
Community and Human Services Commission
The Commission will discuss a recommendation to enter into an agreement with SHARE! Collaborative Housing for a pilot program. They are also reviewing the conceptual design for Phase 2 of the Oak Park Cemetery expansion. Other items include reviewing updated policies for the Teen Committee and the Committee on Human Relations.
- Recommendation for professional services agreement with SHARE! Collaborative Housing
- Recommendation for City Council approval of Oak Park Cemetery Expansion - Phase 2 design
- Proposed acceptance of a donation for a Claremont Depot replacement tree
- Proposed acceptance of funds for Oak Park Cemetery borer treatment
- Review of revised Teen Committee Policies and Procedures
Traffic and Transportation Commission
The Commission will review the draft Village South Specific Plan (VSSP) regarding vehicular, pedestrian, and bicycle circulation. The meeting also includes a report on the Claremont segment of the Arrow Highway Multimodal Regional Corridor Plan.
- Review of Village South Specific Plan (VSSP) traffic impact analysis
- Report on Arrow Highway Multimodal Regional Corridor Plan
- Approval of November 19, 2020 meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will consider a contract for an environmental impact report regarding the proposed La Puerta residential project. The agenda also includes budget amendments for community development grants and funding for police body cameras.
- $220,474 contract with PlaceWorks for La Puerta environmental report
- $130,000 funding recommendation for public safety services
- Body-worn camera purchase not to exceed $76,720
- $113,307 reallocation of CDBG funds for rental assistance and micro grants
City Council
This special meeting focuses on a closed session regarding public employment. The council will discuss the process and timing for filling the permanent City Manager position.
- Discussion of the process and timing for filling the permanent City Manager position
City Council
The Claremont City Council is reviewing a large-scale energy improvement project and a new residential organic recycling pilot program. The agenda also includes several contract renewals and equipment purchases for city services.
- Energy improvement project agreement with Trane U.S., Inc. up to $5,580,600
- Residential Organic Recycling Pilot Program contract with Athens Services up to $850,000 annually
- Purchase of Motorola radio equipment for $70,122
- Police vehicle replacement purchase of a Dodge Charger for $35,629
- Renewal of Eden Inforum Gold support agreement for $58,674
Community and Human Services Commission
The Commission will consider recommending that the City Council authorize an energy efficiency project with Trane U.S. Inc. This includes a construction agreement not exceeding $5,580,600 and a private loan for up to $5,580,600. The agenda also features an oral update on the City's Homeless Programs.
- Recommendation for energy improvement project contract with Trane U.S. Inc. up to $5,580,600
- Recommendation for a private loan up to $5,580,600 for energy improvements
- Oral update on City's Homeless Programs
- Review of tree removals and plantings for September and October 2020