Claremont public meetings in 2022
80 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning Commission
The Commission will review a request to reduce front setbacks to accommodate a new 120-room Marriott Residence Inn at 721 South Indian Hill Boulevard. This project would replace the existing 56-room Knights Inn. The meeting also includes a study session on local historic preservation.
- Setback reduction for new Marriott Residence Inn at 721 South Indian Hill Boulevard
- Replacement of the existing 56-room Knights Inn with a 120-room hotel
- Local Historic Preservation study session presented by Claremont Heritage
- Approval of November 15, 2022, meeting minutes
Architectural and Preservation Commission
The Commission will conduct a final review of the design and permits for Phases 1-3 of the South Village Mixed-Use Development Project. This includes consideration of development and master development permits for approximately 12.4 acres of land. The meeting also includes approval of the November 9, 2022, meeting minutes.
- Final review of Phases 1-3 of South Village Mixed-Use Development Project
- Approval of Village South Specific Plan (VSSP) development and master permits
- Approval of November 9, 2022, meeting minutes
City Council/Financing Authority/Successor Agency to the Claremont Redevelopment Agency
The City Council will declare the results of the November 2022 general municipal election and administer oaths of office to newly elected councilmembers. The Council will also appoint a Mayor and Mayor Pro Tempore for the upcoming year.
- Declaration of November 8, 2022, general municipal election results
- Oath of office for new councilmembers Ed Reece, Jennifer Stark, and Jed Leano
- $40,000 grant appropriation for the Golden Streets - Heart of the Foothills event
- $88,099 contract award to Comet Electric Inc. for trail crossing improvements
- Lot line adjustment for parcels at 667 Auto Center Drive
Community and Human Services Commission
The Commission will review meeting minutes and urban forest reports. It will also consider recommendations to the City Council regarding park improvements and a contract for the 2023 Independence Day fireworks.
- $30,000 agreement with Pyro Spectaculars for July 4, 2023 fireworks
- Proposed improvements to Griffith Park
- September 2022 tree plantings and removals list
- Urban Forest Condition Assessment report
Police Commission
The Claremont Police Commission meeting consists of routine administrative items and reports. The Commission will appoint a Commissioner as a liaison to the Committee on Human Relations and receive an oral report from the Calls For Service Ad Hoc Committee.
- Appointment of a Commissioner as liaison to the Committee on Human Relations
- Oral report from the Calls For Service Ad Hoc Committee
- Approval of November 3, 2022 meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will review a contract for sidewalk rehabilitation throughout the city and consider adopting updated California Building Codes. The meeting also includes discussions on funding for community-based organizations and an appeal regarding a landscape plan at 840 South Indian Hill Boulevard.
- $406,340 contract for sidewalk repair and replacement services
- $167,962.16 purchase of virtual server infrastructure equipment
- $42,150 agreement for diversity, equity, and inclusion consulting
- Ordinance adopting 2022 California Building Codes
- Funding for community-based organizations and homeless services
City Council
The Claremont City Council will hold a special meeting to confer with legal counsel regarding two active lawsuits. These discussions are scheduled for a closed session. No other items are listed on the agenda for the open session.
- Litigation: City of Claremont v. Tracy L. Phillips, et al. (Case No. 19PSCV00840)
- Litigation: Californians for Homeownership, Inc. v. City of Claremont (Case No. 22STCP03414)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review a proposal to subdivide 12.4 acres for the Village South Development Project Phases 1-3. The hearing includes requests for a 25% parking reduction and the vacation of part of Santa Fe Street. Staff recommends approval of these items.
- Subdivision of 12.4 acres for Village South Development Project Phases 1-3
- Request for a 25% reduction in required parking for the project
- Vacation of the southern half of Santa Fe Street (400 block)
- Approval of October 4, 2022, meeting minutes
Architectural and Preservation Commission
The commission will consider a request for exterior building changes and new signage at 235 North Yale Avenue. The meeting also includes a local historic preservation study session presented by Claremont Heritage.
- Exterior and sign review for La Popular Restaurant at 235 North Yale Avenue
- Local Historic Preservation study session by Claremont Heritage
- Approval of October 26, 2022, meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will consider an ordinance establishing a temporary moratorium on certain no-fault residential evictions due to substantial remodeling. The agenda also includes contract amendments for staffing and software maintenance, as well as a property tax revenue exchange for sewage annexation at 3560 Padua Avenue.
- Ordinance for a temporary moratorium on 'no-fault' residential evictions due to substantial remodeling
- Contract amendment with Lawton Group/Carestaf Inc for $36,300 in additional staffing costs
- Software support agreement with Tyler Technologies totaling $129,192 over two years
- Purchase of a Dell Integrated Data Protection Device system for $29,224.18
- Property tax revenue exchange for the annexation of 3560 Padua Avenue into County Sanitation District No. 21
Police Commission
The Police Commission will meet to nominate and select a Chair and Vice Chair. The agenda also includes a report from the Chief and the approval of minutes from the October 6, 2022, meeting.
- Selection of Chair and Vice Chair
- Chief's Report
- Approval of October 6, 2022, meeting minutes
Community and Human Services Commission
The Commission is meeting to make funding recommendations for the 2023 Community Based Organization grant program. These recommendations will be submitted to the Claremont City Council. Staff recommends providing recommendations for programs in the General Services and Homeless Services categories.
- 2023 Community Based Organization grant funding recommendations
- Review of applications for General Services and Homeless Services categories
Community and Human Services Commission
The Commission will consider approving October 13, 2022, special meeting minutes and receiving various committee meeting minutes. The agenda also includes reviewing tree planting and removal lists from February through August 2022.
- Approval of October 13, 2022, special meeting minutes
- Receipt of committee meeting minutes for CoA, YSC, and Teen Committee
- Review of tree plantings and removals from February to August 2022
Traffic and Transportation Commission
The Commission will review an update regarding the SGVCOG GoSGV Bike Share Program to provide feedback. The body is also asked to approve meeting minutes from July 28 and September 22, 2022.
- Update on San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments (SGVCOG) GoSGV Bike Share Program
- Approval of July 28, 2022 and September 22, 2022 meeting minutes
Architectural and Preservation Commission
The Architectural Commission will review a request to replace an existing building sign with a multi-tenant monument sign at 341 West First Street. The commission will also consider a proposed landscape plan for Motel 6 at 840 South Indian Hill Boulevard.
- Sign Review #22-S05: Replace building sign with monument sign at 341 West First Street
- Site Plan Review #22-a07: Proposed landscape plan for Motel 6 at 840 South Indian Hill Boulevard
- Approval of September 28, 2022, meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will consider a contract for police radio consoles and portable radios. The agenda also includes an appeal regarding a mixed-use development on West Harrison Avenue and new tenant protection ordinances. Additionally, the council will review building code updates and quarterly financial reports.
- Agreement with Motorola Solutions for $1,473,575 for police radio equipment
- Contract for $245,120.58 to purchase six Police Department vehicles
- Appeal of a mixed-use project at 330 and 336 West Harrison Avenue
- Introduction of ordinances for tenant protections and eviction moratoriums
- Adoption of the 2022 California Building Codes
Community and Human Services Commission
The Commission will review committee minutes and the annual report for Friends of the Claremont Hills Wilderness Park. Members will also receive an update on city homeless programs and 2023 funding requests for community-based organizations. Additionally, the body will affirm changes to pickleball court hours and equipment at Wheeler Park.
- Affirming new operating hours (8:00 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.) and equipment recommendations for Wheeler Park pickleball courts
- Review of 2023 Community Based Organization and Homeless Services Program funding requests
- Oral update on City homeless programs
- Receipt of the Friends of the Claremont Hills Wilderness Park 2021-22 Annual Report
City Council
The City Council will consider adopting ordinances regarding "just cause" evictions and rent stabilization. They will also review the 2021-22 General Fund financial update, which includes proposals to allocate surplus funds toward pension liabilities and emergency reserves.
- Adoption of "just cause" eviction and rent stabilization ordinances
- Crossing guard services contract with All City Management Services up to $96,588
- Willdan Financial Services contract for a user fee study up to $36,985
- Allocation of $1.5 million from General Fund surplus to CalPERS pension liabilities
- Allocation of $1.55 million from General Fund surplus to the Emergency Reserve
Police Commission
The Police Commission will meet to nominate and select a Chair and Vice Chair. The commission will also review the minutes from the September 8, 2022, meeting. Additionally, members will receive an oral report regarding the Racial Identity Profiling Act (RIPA).
- Selection of Chair and Vice Chair
- Approval of September 8, 2022, meeting minutes
- Oral report on Racial Identity Profiling Act (RIPA) update
Planning Commission
The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding amendments to the Claremont Zoning Code. The proposal includes replacing existing hotel and motel regulations with a new chapter and updated definitions. Staff recommends that the Commission recommend City Council approval of 'Version 2.0' of these amendments.
- Amendment to the Claremont Zoning Code (Hotel/Motel Ordinance)
- Repeal of Section 16.051.060 (Hotels/Motels)
- Creation of new Chapter 16.101 for Hotels/Motels
- Approval of September 20, 2022, meeting minutes
Architectural and Preservation Commission
The Commission will review a request for a historical property agreement at 1089 Oxford Avenue. The meeting also includes the selection of a new Chair and Vice Chair.
- Review of Mills Act Agreement #22-MA02 (1089 Oxford Avenue)
- Selection of Commission Chair and Vice Chair
- Approval of July 27, 2022, meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will review a proposed framework for a School Resource Officer program in partnership with the Claremont Unified School District. The Council will also consider reallocating $50,000 to the Housing Rehabilitation Program.
- Approval of School Resource Officer program framework and MOU with Claremont Unified School District
- Reallocation of $50,000 to the Housing Rehabilitation Program via CDBG budget amendment
- Amendment to legal services agreement with Stradling Yocca Carlson & Rauth up to $200,000
City Council
This special meeting for the Claremont City Council focuses on a closed session. The council will meet with legal counsel to discuss one potential case of anticipated litigation.
- Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation
Traffic and Transportation Commission
The Traffic and Transportation Commission will select a new Chair and Vice Chair. The meeting includes reviews of reports regarding roadway alignment on Mountain Avenue and updates to the Complete Streets Assessment for the corridor between Base Line Road and Bonita Avenue.
- Selection of Commission Chair and Vice Chair
- Approval of July 28, 2022, meeting minutes
- Review of Mountain Avenue study between Thompson Creek Trail and the northerly terminus corridor
- Update on Mountain Avenue Corridor Complete Streets Assessment (Base Line Road to Bonita Avenue)
Planning Commission
The commission will consider a mixed-use project at 330 and 336 West Harrison Avenue, which includes an appeal of a design review approval. They will also hear a request for an alcohol license and outdoor dining at 235 North Yale Avenue. The meeting also includes the selection of a new Chair and Vice Chair.
- Mixed-use development with five apartments and two offices at 330 and 336 West Harrison Avenue
- Alcohol license and 842-square foot outdoor dining request for 235 North Yale Avenue
- Selection of Planning Commission Chair and Vice Chair
City Council
The Council will review a presentation regarding the ARPA-funded Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Grant program. Members will also consider several city commission appointments and waste management contracts. The agenda includes a grant application for wildfire prevention in Claremont Hills Wilderness Park.
- Contract with Victor Stanley, Inc. for $43,936.41 to purchase 14 dual-stream waste receptacles
- Three-year contract with Burrtec Waste Industries for debris processing up to $75,000 annually
- Grant application for the Claremont Hills Wilderness Park wildfire prevention project
- Appointment of Nishil Bali as City Treasurer and Bibi Ameer as Deputy Treasurer
- Resignation of Police Commissioner Frank Bedoya
Police Commission
The Police Commission will review the July 7, 2022, meeting minutes and discuss the meeting schedule for 2022-23. The agenda also includes a presentation on suicide prevention awareness.
- Suicide prevention presentation by Tri-City Mental Health and 'Moms Demand Action'
- Approval of July 7, 2022, meeting minutes
- Discussion and approval of the 2022-23 meeting schedule
Community and Human Services Commission
The Commission will select its 2022-2023 officers and make various committee appointments. The agenda includes consideration of a proposed bench donation for the Thompson Creek Trail. Members will also review updates on urban forest activities and tree maintenance reporting.
- Proposed donation of a bench for the Thompson Creek Trail
- Selection of 2022-2023 Commission officers and committee appointments
- Appointment of Katrina Mason to the Committee on Human Relations
- Revision of tree policies regarding semi-annual reporting of urban forest activities
City Council
The Claremont City Council will hold a special meeting focused on a closed session regarding anticipated litigation. No other substantive items are listed for the open session.
- Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding one potential case of anticipated litigation
Traffic and Transportation Commission
The Commission will review recommended improvements for the Mills Avenue Corridor between Foothill Boulevard and Base Line Road. The meeting also includes a presentation regarding the San Gabriel Valley Greenway Network Strategic Implementation Plan.
- Feedback on Mills Avenue Corridor Traffic Study and Recommended Improvements (Foothill Boulevard to Base Line Road)
- Approval of May 26, 2022, meeting minutes
- Presentation on San Gabriel Valley Greenway Network Strategic Implementation Plan
Architectural and Preservation Commission
The Architectural Commission will review a proposal for two new buildings containing five apartments and two offices at 330 and 336 West Harrison Avenue. The meeting also includes a request to replace a shingle roof with a black metal roof at 1845 Wheaton Avenue.
- Mixed-use development at 330 and 336 West Harrison Avenue
- Roof replacement proposal at 1845 Wheaton Avenue
- Farewell to Commissioners Mark Schoeman and Robert Perry
City Council
The Claremont City Council is reviewing several contract awards and staff appointments. Agenda items include funding for new police vehicles, park walkway repairs, and roof replacement at Wheeler Park. The council will also consider a resolution regarding the General Oblion Bond tax rate.
- Contract for six Ford Explorers totaling $215,279.28
- Police vehicle upfitting contract for $36,906.06
- Park Walkway Repair Project contract of $127,270
- Wheeler Park roof replacement contract up to $30,800
- Resolution establishing the 2022-23 General Obligation Bond tax rate
City Council
The City Council is reviewing an ordinance to place a cannabis business tax on the upcoming November election ballot. The agenda also includes environmental review services for a 56-unit housing project at 1030 West Foothill Boulevard. Additionally, members will discuss whether to maintain or change the size of the Police Commission.
- Environmental review contract for 56-unit housing project at 1030 West Foothill Boulevard ($74,230)
- Amendment to Houseal Lavigne agreement for Housing Element update (increase of $35,000)
- Ordinance establishing a cannabis business tax for the November 8, 2022 election
- $75,000 appropriation for cannabis tax election costs and community outreach
- Contract amendment with First Class Heating and Air Conditioning ($108,275 increase)
Police Commission
The Claremont Police Commission will meet on July 7, 2022. The agenda includes a presentation from Project Sister regarding human trafficking and a presentation on school and workplace safety. The Commission will also consider approving the minutes from the May 5, 2022 meeting.
- Presentation from Project Sister on Human Trafficking
- Presentation on school and workplace safety
- Approval of May 5, 2022, meeting minutes
Community and Human Services Commission
The Commission will consider new rules for pickleball at Wheeler Park to reduce impact, including limited hours and equipment recommendations. They will also review the design for a new Claremont Hills Wilderness Park kiosk sign. The agenda includes receiving various committee minutes and a sustainability report.
- Proposed changes to Wheeler Park pickleball hours (8:00 AM – 8:30 PM) and equipment usage
- Approval of the Claremont Hills Wilderness Park kiosk sign design
- Review of the Claremont Hills Wilderness Park user survey report
- Receipt of the 2021 Sustainability Annual Report
City Council
The City Council is reviewing a proposed ordinance to establish a tax on cannabis and hemp businesses. The agenda also includes several professional service contract authorizations and preparations for the November 2022 municipal election.
- Introduction of a proposed cannabis business tax ordinance
- Authorization of legal services compensation increase up to $100,000
- Agreement with Colbert Environmental Group for permit compliance up to $149,410
- Resolutions for the November 8, 2022, general municipal election
- Rejection of a bid for construction and demolition debris processing
Planning Commission
The Commission will review the 2022-24 Capital Improvement Program for consistency with the City General Plan. They will also consider a time extension request for Solana's Restaurant at 135-139 West First Street regarding parking requirements and alcohol sales.
- Review of 2022-24 Capital Improvement Program
- Time extension request for Solana's Restaurant (135-139 West First Street)
- Conditional use permit for alcohol sale at Solana's Restaurant
- Approval of March 15, 2002 meeting minutes
Architectural and Preservation Commission
The Commission will conduct a preliminary review of a new 56-unit townhome and live/work project. The meeting also includes a review of a historical property agreement for 421 West 7th Street and a study session on draft citywide design guidelines.
- Preliminary review of 56-unit townhome development at 1030 West Foothill Boulevard
- Review of Mills Act historical property agreement for 421 West 7th Street
- Study session on draft citywide design guidelines and historic preservation ordinance
City Council
The City Council will consider adopting the 2022-2024 operating and capital improvement program budget. The agenda includes a proposed 7.90 percent increase in citywide user fees and an ordinance regarding drought-related water use restrictions. The council will also review a $120,000 agreement with the Chamber of Commerce for visitor center services.
- Adoption of the 2022-24 operating and capital improvement program budget
- Proposed 7.90 percent increase in citywide user fees effective July 1, 2022
- Ordinance amending code to enforce drought-related water use restrictions
- $120,000 agreement with the Chamber of Commerce for visitor center services
- $201.89 annual assessment per unit for Landscape and Lighting District No. LL001
City Council
The City Council will review a presentation of the final proposed 2022-24 City Operating and Capital Improvement Program Budget. No action will be taken during this special meeting. Adoption of the budget is scheduled for the regular council meeting later that evening.
- Presentation of the proposed 2022-24 City Operating and Capital Improvement Program Budget
Community and Human Services Commission
The Commission will consider proposed donations of a water wall and trees for Oak Park Cemetery and a seating bench for Chaparrall Park. The meeting also includes oral updates regarding special events and the 2022 Fourth of July Celebration.
- Proposed donation: Oak Park Cemetery water wall and trees
- Proposed donation: Seating bench for Chaparrall Park
- Oral update: 2022 Fourth of July Celebration
- Oral update: Special Events
Traffic and Transportation Commission
The Commission will hold a study session regarding the Signalized Intersections Upgrade Capital Improvement Project. This session is intended to provide direction for the next phase of traffic signal upgrades. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the April 28, 2022, meeting.
- Approval of April 28, 2022, meeting minutes
- Study session on Signalized Intersections Upgrade Capital Improvement Project (CIP)
City Council
The City Council will consider an urgency ordinance to implement water use restrictions starting June 1, 2022. The Council will also review commercial cannabis survey results and direct staff to draft a potential cannabis tax ordinance. Other items include approvals for various city service contracts.
- Urgency ordinance for water use restrictions effective June 1, 2022
- Contract with Tunnelworks Services, Inc. for sewer rehabilitation ($284,900)
- Annual contract with MCE Corporation for landscape maintenance ($542,344)
- Establishment of the 2022-23 appropriations limit at $48,599,694
- Review of commercial cannabis survey results and potential tax ordinance drafting
Architectural and Preservation Commission
The Commission will consider a resolution to approve the proposed Robert Day Sciences Center at Ninth Street and Claremont Boulevard. They will also conduct a preliminary review of Phase 3 of the South Village Mixed-Use Development Project. Additionally, the Commission will review meeting minutes from March 23, 2022.
- Preliminary review of Phase 3 of South Village Mixed-Use Development Project
- Approval of proposed Robert Day Sciences Center at Ninth Street and Claremont Boulevard
- Approval of March 23, 2022 meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will review a drought update from Three Valleys Water District and consider a 3% increase in sanitation and sewer rates. The meeting also includes discussions on police equipment policy and the allocation of American Rescue Plan Act funding.
- Approval of $50 million tax-exempt financing for Scripps-Pitzer Property Holdings, LLC
- Adoption of an ordinance approving the Claremont Police Department military equipment use policy
- A proposed 3% increase in sanitation and sewer rates effective July 1, 2022
- Rejection of all bids for the Colby Circle Storm Drain Improvements Project
- Three-year contract with Clean Energy Fuels for renewable natural gas procurement
City Council
The Claremont City Council will hold a special meeting consisting primarily of procedural items and one closed session. During the closed session, council members will confer with legal counsel regarding existing litigation, specifically Arcadia, et al. v. So. Cal. Edison Corp.
- Closed session conference regarding litigation: Arcadia, et al. v. So. Cal. Edison Corp.
City Council
The Claremont City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct a discussion with Supervisor Barger regarding items of interest and concern to the city. The discussion will cover topics including crime, housing, homelessness, and transportation.
- Crime/LA County DA Directives
- Open Space Preservation and Wildfire Prevention
- Housing and Homelessness
- Library Services/Funding
- Transportation
Police Commission
The Claremont Police Commission will meet on May 5, 2022, to hear an oral report from the Data Analysis Ad Hoc Committee regarding the Racial Identity Profiling Act (RIPA). The Commission will also consider approving the minutes from the April 7, 2022, meeting.
- Presentation by the Data Analysis Ad Hoc Committee on the Racial Identity Profiling Act (RIPA)
- Approval of the April 7, 2022, Police Commission meeting minutes
Community and Human Services Commission
The Commission will review updates to the Oak Park Cemetery Grave Monument and Marker Policy and proposed columbarium names. The agenda also includes a report on a 3 percent sanitation and sewer rate increase effective July 1, 2022.
- Proposed 3% sanitation and sewer rate increase effective July 1, 2022
- Oak Park Cemetery Grave Monument and Marker Policy updates
- Naming of 'Sycamore Columbarium' and 'Oak Columbarium'
- Oral updates on Senior and Youth programs
Traffic and Transportation Commission
The Commission will review the 60% design plan for the College Avenue at Green Street Bike and Pedestrian Safety Improvements Project. Additionally, members will provide input on the 2022 Work Plan and approve meeting minutes from February and March 2022.
- Review of College Avenue at Green Street Bike and Pedestrian Safety Improvements Project 60% Design Plan
- Input on the Traffic and Transportation Commission 2022 Work Plan
- Approval of February 24, 2022, and March 24, 2022, meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will decide whether to end or extend the Claremont Al Fresco outdoor dining program. The Council will also consider a $415,000 appropriation for January 2022 windstorm response costs. Additionally, an ordinance regarding police military equipment use policy will be introduced for first reading.
- Appropriation of $415,000 for January 2022 windstorm response costs
- Annual contract with Excel Landscape for park maintenance up to $1,192,520
- First reading of ordinance approving police military equipment use policy
- Contract with GIS Surveyors, Inc. for Oak Park Cemetery expansion ($39,390)
- Direction on the future of the Claremont Al Fresco outdoor dining program
City Council
The Council will review several contract amendments and service agreements. This includes a proposal for a new Dial-a-Ride vehicle and funding for the PACT mental health program. Other items involve urban forest assessments and deferred maintenance.
- Contract for one replacement Dial-a-Ride vehicle not to exceed $113,671.73
- Agreement with West Coast Arborists, Inc. for a $36,855 urban forest assessment
- Appropriation of $225,000 for deferred maintenance items
- Funding of $175,000 for the PACT program via Tri-City Mental Health Authority
- Amendment to RKA Consulting Group agreement for the Claremont Boulevard accessibility project
Police Commission
The Police Commission will receive a presentation and discuss recommendations from the Ad Hoc Committee on Crime Related to City Motels. The meeting also includes the introduction of Commissioner Nona Tirre and the approval of March 3, 2022, meeting minutes.
- Presentation from the Ad Hoc Committee on Crime Related to City Motels
- Discussion of crime-related motel recommendations and Statement of Direction
- Introduction of Police Commissioner Nona Tirre
- Approval of March 3, 2022, meeting minutes
Traffic and Transportation Commission
The Commission will review an update regarding the Towne Avenue Complete Streets Improvements Project. Staff recommends providing feedback on this project update and receiving the staff report. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the February 24, 2022, meeting.
- Towne Avenue Complete Streets Improvements Project update
- Approval of February 24, 2022, meeting minutes
Architectural and Preservation Commission
The Commission will conduct a preliminary review of plans to replace the Knight’s Inn with a new four-story Marriott residence inn. The meeting also includes a request for a new monument sign at 300 West Foothill Boulevard and approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Preliminary review of demolition of Knight’s Inn and replacement with a 120-room Marriott (721 South Indian Hill Blvd)
- Sign review for a new monument sign at 300 West Foothill Boulevard
- Approval of March 9, 2022, meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding $60 million in tax-exempt financing for NCCD - Claremont Properties LLC. The council also plans to adopt revised electoral district voting boundaries and discuss property negotiations at 451 West Arrow Highway.
- $60 million in tax-exempt financing for university housing and facilities
- Adoption of revised City Council electoral district voting boundaries (Map 203)
- Extension of negotiations with Village Partners Ventures, LLC for 451 West Arrow Highway
- Corrections to full-time and part-time salary schedules
City Council
This special meeting of the Claremont City Council is limited to closed session items. The council will conduct annual performance reviews for the City Manager and the City Attorney.
- Performance evaluation of the City Manager
- Performance evaluation of the City Attorney
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a request for a conditional use permit to establish The Method Lagree Studio at 175 North Indian Hill Boulevard. The commission will also review the minutes from the February 15, 2022, meeting.
- Conditional Use Permit #22-C02 for a fitness studio at 175 North Indian Hill Boulevard, Suite B 200
- Approval of February 15, 2022, Planning Commission meeting minutes
Architectural and Preservation Commission
The Commission will review a Mills Act historical property agreement for 630 West 11th Street. Additionally, members will conduct a preliminary review of proposed plans for an Integrated Sciences Building at Ninth Street and Claremont Boulevard.
- Mills Act Agreement Request #21-MA03 for 630 West 11th Street
- Preliminary site plan review for the Integrated Sciences Building at Ninth Street and Claremont Boulevard
- Approval of February 9, 2022, meeting minutes
- Approval of February 23, 2022, meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing to select a final redistricting map and introduce an ordinance for new voting district boundaries. The agenda also includes appointing Nona Tirre to the Police Commission and authorizing a $63,485 software support contract. Additionally, the Council will review 2021 crime data and reconfirm the COVID-19 state of emergency.
- Selection of final redistricting map and introduction of ordinance for new voting district boundaries
- Appointment of Nona Tirre to the Police Commission
- $63,485 contract for Eden Inforum Gold support agreement with Tyler Technologies, Inc.
- Reconfirmation of the COVID-19 state of emergency
- Review of 2021 Part I Crime Data Report
City Council
The Claremont City Council will hold a special meeting on March 8, 2022. The agenda consists of a closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding one potential case of anticipated litigation.
- Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation
Police Commission
The Claremont Police Commission will review the 2021 Part I Crime Data Report and an update to the Crime Free Multi-Housing Program. The agenda also includes an oral report from the Hotel Ad Hoc Committee.
- Review of 2021 Part I Crime Data Report
- Update to the Crime Free Multi-Housing Program
- Oral report from the Hotel Ad Hoc Committee
- Approval of February 3, 2022, meeting minutes
Community and Human Services Commission
The Commission will consider approving proposed updates to the Designated Street Tree List and receive an oral update on Claremont Hills Wilderness Park. The agenda also includes reviewing committee meeting minutes and December 2021 tree planting and removal records.
- Proposed updates to the Designated Street Tree List
- Oral update on Claremont Hills Wilderness Park
- Review of December 2021 tree plantings and removals
- Approval of February 2, 2022 meeting minutes
- Receipt of Independence Day and Teen Committee minutes
Traffic and Transportation Commission
The Commission will receive a report on the Arrow Highway Multimodal Regional Corridor Plan. This includes proposed phase one improvements between Indian Hill Boulevard and Cambridge Avenue. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the January 27, 2022, meeting.
- Proposed phase one improvements for Arrow Highway between Indian Hill Boulevard and Cambridge Avenue
- Improvements for Cambridge Avenue between Bonita Avenue and Arrow Highway
- Approval of January 27, 2022, meeting minutes
Architectural and Preservation Commission
The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding building and landscape upgrades to the mid-century modern building at 175 East 8th Street. The applicant is Claremont Graduate University. Staff recommends conditional approval of the architectural and site plan review.
- Architectural and Site Plan Review # 22-A03 for 175 East 8th Street
- Proposed building and landscape upgrades to the former Huntley Bookstore
City Council
The Council will conduct a public hearing to review and select draft redistricting maps for further consideration. The agenda also includes recommendations for a sidewalk rehabilitation contract and updates to electronic waste disposal guidelines. Additionally, the Council will receive annual financial reports and a mid-year budget report.
- Public hearing for selection of draft redistricting maps
- $320,000 contract for sidewalk rehabilitation project with DASH Construction Company, Inc.
- Rejection of bids for residential electronic waste collection services
- Resolution reconfirming the COVID-19 state of emergency
- Receipt of annual financial reports for the year ended June 30, 2021
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for Wings & Bowls at 1 North Indian Hill Boulevard, Suite 104. The request seeks to allow the sale of beer and wine for on-site consumption. The Commission will also review meeting minutes from January 4, 2022.
- Conditional Use Permit #22-C01 for beer and wine sales at Wings & Bowls
- Approval of January 4, 2022, Planning Commission meeting minutes
Architectural and Preservation Commission
The Commission will conduct a preliminary design review for Phase 2 of the South Village Mixed-Use Development Project. This includes reviewing Block C and D plans along with conceptual landscape plans for Phases 1 and 2. The Commission will also consider approving meeting minutes from December 2021 and January 2022.
- Preliminary review of Phase 2 of South Village Mixed-Use Development Project
- Review of Block C and Block D preliminary design plans
- Review of conceptual landscape plans for Village South Phases 1 & 2
- Approval of December 15, 2021 meeting minutes
- Approval of January 26, 2022 meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the issuance of up to $14 million in tax-exempt financing for Webb Schools. The Council will also discuss changing the city's default energy product to 100% green power. Other items include reconfirming the COVID-19 state of emergency and extending the City Manager's employment agreement.
- $14 million in tax-exempt financing for Webb Schools
- Discussion on changing default energy to 100% green power
- Extension of City Manager Adam Pirrie’s employment agreement
- Reconfirmation of the COVID-19 state of emergency
City Council
The City Council will conduct a special meeting to discuss its 2022 priorities planning process. Staff and consultants will present an overview of the process, including results from focus group meetings and surveys. The Council intends to discuss these priorities and provide direction to staff.
- 2022 Priorities Planning Workshop
- Review of focus group meeting summaries and survey results
Police Commission
The Claremont Police Commission will receive oral reports regarding the impact of the COVID-19 surge on department staffing and updates on the Racial Identity Profiling Act (RIPA) implementation. The commission is also scheduled to approve the meeting minutes from December 2, 2021.
- Oral report on COVID-19 surge and impact on Police Department staffing
- Oral report on Racial Identity Profiling Act (RIPA) implementation and data collection
- Approval of December 2, 2021, meeting minutes
Community and Human Services Commission
The Community and Human Services Commission will review committee meeting minutes and a list of tree removals and plantings from November 2021. The meeting also includes an oral update regarding the City's homeless programs.
- Oral update on City Homeless Programs
- Approval of January 5, 2022, meeting minutes
- Review of Teen Committee and Committee on Human Relations meeting minutes
- Receipt of November 2021 tree removals and plantings list
Traffic and Transportation Commission
The Commission is reviewing a recommendation to proceed with Phase 1 and Phase 2 of the Mountain Avenue Corridor Study. These improvements involve installing bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure from Foothill Boulevard to Base Line Road. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the December 16, 2021 meeting.
- Phase 1 and Phase 2 bicycle and pedestrian improvements on Mountain Avenue (from Foothill Boulevard to Base Line Road)
- Approval of December 16, 2011, meeting minutes
Architectural and Preservation Commission
The Commission will consider a 33-unit permanent supportive housing project at 731 Harrison Avenue, including proposed shared access through the Larkin Park parking lot drive aisle. The agenda also includes a review of a residential remodel and addition at 3763 Hollins Avenue.
- 33-unit permanent supportive housing project at 731 Harrison Avenue
- Proposed shared access via Larkin Park parking lot drive aisle
- Residential remodel and addition at 3763 Hollins Avenue
City Council
The Claremont City Council will review several funding commitments and contracts, including a $1.5 million commitment for housing on Harrison Avenue. The agenda also includes construction for the Oak Park Cemetery expansion and an ordinance update for stormwater control. Additionally, the Council will discuss transitioning to 100% green power.
- $1.5 million funding commitment for permanent supportive housing at 731 Harrison Avenue
- $1,080,202.50 contract for Oak Park Cemetery Expansion Phase 2 construction
- $250,000 contract with Onyx Paving Company, Inc. for asphalt and concrete repairs
- Ordinance amendment regarding stormwater and runoff control requirements
- $26,500 contract for the 2022 July 4th fireworks display
City Council
The City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct closed session discussions. The council plans to discuss an extension to the term of the City Manager's employment agreement. Additionally, members will confer with legal counsel regarding litigation involving Sandblossom, LLC.
- Discussion of extending the City Manager's employment agreement
- Conference with legal counsel regarding litigation against Sandblossom, LLC
City Council
The City Council will hold a special workshop regarding the 2022 priorities planning process. Staff and consultants are expected to provide an overview of focus group meetings and survey results. The session is intended for the Council to discuss priorities and provide direction to staff.
- Review of focus group meeting and survey result summaries
- Discussion of 2022 priorities planning workshop
City Council
The Council will conduct a public hearing to receive community input on the redistricting process following 2020 Census data. The meeting also includes an ordinance amendment regarding stormwater and runoff control requirements. Additionally, staff will provide updates on homeless services and potential uses for ARPA funding.
- Public hearing on city redistricting process and community input
- Ordinance amendment for stormwater and runoff control (MS4 permit)
- Appointment of Alan Medak to the Sustainability Committee
- Acceptance of Police Commissioner Jonathan Huang's resignation
- Update on 2021 Homeless Services and ARPA funding uses
Community and Human Services Commission
The Commission will receive an oral update regarding the Oak Park Cemetery Expansion Project - Phase 2. The agenda also includes reviewing committee meeting minutes and a report on tree removals and plantings for September and October 2021.
- Oral update on Oak Park Cemetery Expansion Project - Phase 2
- Approval of November 3, 2021 meeting minutes
- Review of Teen Committee and Human Relations Committee minutes
- Report on tree removals and plantings for September and October 2021
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a conditional use permit for Honeybird Claremont at 175 North Indian Hill Boulevard. The request includes allowing the sale of beer and wine for onsite consumption and adding outdoor seating. The Commission will also review meeting minutes from October 5, 2021.
- Conditional Use Permit #21-C05 for beer and wine sales and outdoor seating at 175 North Indian Hill Boulevard, Suite B 102
- Approval of Planning Commission meeting minutes from October 5, 2021