Claremont public meetings in 2024
69 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold two public hearings: one on a conditional use permit to add a second-story residential unit to an existing commercial building at 212 North Yale Avenue, and another on a tentative parcel map by Claremont McKenna College to modify two parcels and dedicate right-of-way for Claremont Boulevard and a traffic signal at Ninth Street. The consent calendar includes approval of November 19 meeting minutes.
- Conditional Use Permit #24-C05 for second-story residential addition at 212 North Yale Avenue (applicant Darlene Martinez)
- Tentative Parcel Map 84366 by Claremont McKenna College to modify two parcels (APNs 8308-025-004 & 8308-025-013) and dedicate right-of-way for Claremont Boulevard and traffic signal at Ninth Street
- Approval of Planning Commission meeting minutes from November 19, 2024
City Council, Financing Authority, and Successor Agency to the Claremont Redevelopment Agency
The City Council will declare election results, administer oaths to re-elected members, and vote on a new Mayor and Mayor Pro Tempore. The agenda also includes several contract awards for police equipment, park maintenance, and community center renovations.
- Election results and oaths of office for Corey Calaycay (District 1) and Silviano "Sal" Medina (District 5)
- Police equipment contracts: $79,942.89 to DuraTech, $76,622.84 to Federal Signal, and $113,403.69 to Motorola Solutions
- Park maintenance agreement with Excel Landscape for up to $63,000
- Blaisdell Community Center Kitchen Remodel contract with Pineda General Construction up to $120,554
- Mills Act agreements for 1195 Berkeley Avenue and 487 Harrison Avenue
Community and Human Services Commission
The Community and Human Services Commission will approve minutes from November 6, 2024, and receive routine reports on tree plantings and removals for September 2024 and urban forest activities from January to June 2024. Additionally, staff will provide an oral update on the City's Community Based Organization Grant Program. No votes on new policies or ordinances are scheduled.
- Approval of Nov 6, 2024 special and regular meeting minutes
- Receive and file committee meeting minutes (IDC, Tree, Teen committees)
- Receive tree plantings and removals report for September 2024 (by address)
- Receive semi-annual urban forest activities report for January-June 2024
- Oral update on Community Based Organization Grant Program
City Council
The City Council will vote on reallocating unspent American Rescue Plan Act funds for a seismic retrofit and ADA improvements at the police department and a new women's locker room. They also will appoint a community member to the Tri-City Mental Health Governing Board, consider renewing the Tourism Business Improvement District, and approve contracts for park restroom custodial services and preschool playground equipment. The council will additionally provide direction on whether to continue the GoSGV e-bike subsidy program.
- Reallocation of $8.7M in ARPA funds as revenue replacement, with $1.4M for police facility projects (seismic retrofit, ADA, women's locker room)
- Appointment of Ron Vera to Tri-City Mental Health Governing Board for term ending January 31, 2025
- Resolution of intention to renew the Claremont Tourism Business Improvement District (CTBID)
- Award of contract to Base Hill, Inc. for park restroom custodial services up to $816,480 over five years
- Direction on future of GoSGV e-bike subsidy program funded by ARPA
Planning Commission
The Claremont Planning Commission will meet to approve November meeting minutes and review a draft ordinance regulating short-term rentals. The meeting will be held at City Hall on November 19, 2024.
- Approval of November 5, 2024 Planning Commission minutes
- Review of draft Short-Term Rentals Ordinance
- Public comment period for non-agenda items
- Meeting to be held at 225 Second Street, Claremont, CA
- Next meeting scheduled for December 3, 2024
Architectural and Preservation Commission
The Architectural and Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to add the residence at 665 West Tenth Street to the Claremont Historic Register; staff recommends denial. The commission will also consider two Mills Act historical property agreements for properties at 1195 Berkeley Avenue and 487 Harrison Avenue, which would provide property tax reductions in exchange for preservation commitments. Consent calendar includes approval of September 11, 2024 meeting minutes.
- Public hearing on Register Listing #24-RL01 to add 665 West Tenth Street to Historic Register; staff recommends denial
- Mills Act Agreement #24-MA01 for 1195 Berkeley Avenue – owners Natalie and Isaac Kelly, seeking City Council approval
- Mills Act Agreement #24-MA02 for 487 Harrison Avenue – owner Adam Byrnes, seeking City Council approval
- Consent calendar: approval of September 11, 2024 meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing on the La Puerta School Site Specific Plan, which proposes 55 single-family homes on a 9.58-acre site at 2475 Forbes Avenue, including certification of the Environmental Impact Report and approval of an in-lieu fee for inclusionary housing. The consent calendar includes approval of warrant registers, minutes, cancellation of the December 24 meeting, a contract extension with Robert Half for IT temp services ($276,190), and a fleet vehicle purchase from MK Smith Chevrolet ($359,959.59). An administrative item requests approval of a final parcel map at 735 East Foothill Boulevard and authorization for the city to purchase Parcel 2 for $40,000.
- Public hearing for 55-home La Puerta development with EIR certification and in-lieu fee for inclusionary housing
- Contract amendment with Robert Half for IT temporary employment services, total up to $276,190
- Award of contract to MK Smith Chevrolet for seven fleet vehicles at $359,959.59
- Approval of Final Parcel Map at 735 East Foothill Boulevard and city purchase of Parcel 2 for $40,000
- Cancellation of the regular City Council meeting scheduled for December 24, 2024
Police Commission
The Claremont Police Commission will receive oral reports on dispatch procedures for emergency calls and the police officer recruitment process. The meeting also includes approval of the September 5, 2024 minutes and public comment periods. No ordinances, contracts, or fee changes are on the agenda.
- Approval of September 5, 2024 Police Commission minutes
- Oral report on dispatch procedures from call to conclusion
- Oral report on police officer recruitment from application to patrol-ready
Community and Human Services Commission
The Community and Human Services Commission will meet to review appointments for the Committee on Aging and receive updates on senior programs and the Helen Renwick Library. The body will also review tree planting and removal data from August 2024.
- Proposed appointment of Phyllis Munson and Raquel Hickernell to the Committee on Aging
- Review of tree plantings and removals report for August 2024
- Oral update on Senior Programs
- Announcement regarding Claremont Helen Renwick Library updates
Community and Human Services Commission
The Community and Human Services Commission is meeting to review funding recommendations for the 2025 Community Based Organization (CBO) grant program. The body will provide recommendations to the City Council regarding funding for General Services and Homeless Services categories.
- Funding recommendations for 2025 Community Based Organization (CBO) applications in General Services and Homeless Services categories
City Council
The Claremont City Council will vote on three contract awards: up to $1,549,265.82 for three CNG side‑loader sanitation trucks, up to $158,103.31 for one backhoe loader, and $250,000 for a one‑year on‑call asphalt and concrete repair service with an optional second year. The council will also adopt the City Warrant Register, receive the quarterly investment report, file the 2023 Sustainability Annual Report, and allocate surplus General Fund monies to reserves, pension contributions, equipment, and a small business grant program.
- Authorize purchase of three CNG sanitation trucks (up to $1,549,265.82) from Los Angeles Truck Center, LLC
- Authorize purchase of one backhoe loader (up to $158,103.31) from Quinn Company
- Award $250,000 one‑year on‑call asphalt and concrete repair contract to Hardy & Harper, Inc., with option for a second year
- Adopt City Warrant Register dated October 10, 2024
- Allocate $1,775,341 of General Fund surplus to Operating and Environmental Emergency Reserve
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review a request to subdivide a parcel at 735 East Foothill Boulevard. The body will also consider a conditional use permit for body massage services and a real property acquisition from Clare Properties LLC.
- Proposed denial of Conditional Use Permit #24-C03 for body massage services at 936 West Foothill Boulevard
- Proposed approval of Tentative Parcel Map 84585 to subdivide one parcel into two at 735 East Foothill Boulevard
- Review of real property acquisition from Clare Properties LLC for General Plan conformity
City Council
The City Council will review a proposal to install new playground equipment at Lewis Park and discuss the potential relinquishment of the Blaisdell Ranch Preserve to its homeowners association. The meeting also includes routine approvals for the city warrant register and reports on roadway safety and ARPA funds.
- Proposed $499,948 contract with KOMPAN for Lewis Park playground equipment plus a $49,995 contingency
- Appropriation of $549,943 from the Park Dedication Fund for Lewis Park improvements
- Report on requirements to relinquish Blaisdell Ranch Preserve to the Blaisdell Ranch Homeowners Association
- Adoption of the City Warrant Register dated September 26, 2024
- Receipt of the Local Roadway Safety Plan report funded by Proposition C
Community and Human Services Commission
The Claremont Community and Human Services Commission will consider routine filings, including meeting minutes, committee minutes, tree planting reports, and the 2023 Sustainability Annual Report. Public comment will be taken for items not on the agenda. The commission will review and approve the playground design for Lewis Park submitted by KOMPAN and forward the recommendation to the City Council for final approval.
- Approve and file the Community and Human Services Commission regular meeting minutes of September 4, 2024
- Receive and file various committee meeting minutes (Teen Committee, Tree Committee)
- Receive and file the tree plantings and removals report for July 2024
- Receive and file the 2023 Sustainability Annual Report
- Review and approve the Lewis Park playground design submitted by KOMPAN and forward it to the City Council
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the La Puerta School Site Specific Plan. The body is considering a recommendation to the City Council to approve a 55 single-family detached home development on a 9.58-acre site.
- Public hearing for La Puerta School Site Specific Plan (#24-SP01) at 2475 Forbes Avenue
- Review of Tentative Tract Map No. 83121 for 55 single-family detached homes
- Certification of the Project Environmental Impact Report (SCH # 2022020137)
- Approval of Planning Commission meeting minutes from September 17, 2024
Traffic and Transportation Commission
The Traffic and Transportation Commission will approve the June 27, 2024 meeting minutes, receive and file the Russian Village Traffic Calming Improvements update, and consider routine items on the consent calendar.
- Approve and file the regular Traffic and Transportation Commission meeting minutes of June 27, 2024.
- Receive and file the Russian Village Traffic Calming Improvements update, developed under the Citywide Traffic Investigations and Recommendations contract.
- Consider routine items listed on the consent calendar (action by one motion).
- Public comment periods for items not on the agenda and for agenda items.
- Adjournment and notice of the next regular meeting on October 24, 2024.
City Council
The City Council will review several consent calendar items, including a business incentive loan and a contract amendment for communication equipment. The meeting also includes updates on water rate increases and legislative reports.
- Proposed $50,000 forgivable loan agreement with Uno Tre Otto
- Proposed $67,741 increase to Motorola Solutions, Inc. contract for communication equipment
- Proposed five-year agreement with UniFirst Corporation for uniform services not to exceed $30,000 annually
- Proposed ordinance amending Municipal Code Title 18 regarding real estate 'open house' signage
- Proposed resolution to adopt an amended Conflict of Interest Code
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will meet to provide policy direction to staff regarding short-term rental regulations. The body will also consider the approval of meeting minutes from September 3, 2024.
- Short-term rental regulations study session
Architectural and Preservation Commission
The Architectural and Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing regarding an addition and renovation to a single-family residence. The body will also select a Chair and Vice Chair and receive training on open laws and conflict of interest rules.
- Public hearing for Architectural and Site Plan Review # 24-A07 regarding a one-story single-family residence at 325 West 6th Street
- Selection of Commission Chair and Vice Chair
- Annual training on open laws and conflict of interest rules presented by City Attorney Alisha Patterson
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the issuance of up to $36 million in tax-exempt financing for Scripps College facilities. The body is also reviewing several service contracts and an ordinance regarding real estate signage.
- Public hearing for $36 million in tax-exempt financing for Scripps College educational and housing facilities
- Contract for citywide sidewalk condition assessment with Precision Concrete Cutting, Inc. not to exceed $115,115
- Contract for Blaisdell Community Center Kitchen Remodel with OTL Builders, Inc. not to exceed $76,230
- Professional services agreement with Trio Community Meals, LLC for senior nutrition catering up to $102,750
- Proposed ordinance amending Municipal Code Title 18 regarding real estate 'open house' signage
Police Commission
The Police Commission will nominate and select a Chair and Vice Chair and receive a presentation on open meeting laws and conflict of interest rules. The body will also receive an oral report on prostitution and human trafficking and determine its 2024-2025 meeting schedule.
- Selection of Commission Chair and Vice Chair
- Oral report on prostitution and human trafficking
- Approval of 2024-2025 meeting schedule
- Training on open meeting laws and conflict of interest rules by City Attorney Alisha Patterson
- Introduction of K9 Pria and Handler Police Corporal Chariya Chilson
Community and Human Services Commission
The commission will select its 2024‑25 chair, vice‑chair and committee appointments, and receive a 20‑minute presentation on open meeting laws from the city attorney. It will approve routine items such as the June 5, 2024 meeting minutes, tree planting reports, and the Friends of the Claremont Hills Wilderness Park annual report. The body will consider a request to remove thirteen Chinese Pistache trees and relocate one Chinese Fringe tree from the median on Base Line Road for traffic safety. Additional actions include teen‑committee appointments, acceptance of two resignations, and a youth‑program update.
- Approve removal of 13 Chinese Pistache trees and relocation of one Chinese Fringe tree from Base Line Road median
- Select officers and make committee appointments for the 2024‑25 term
- Receive and file Community and Human Services Commission regular meeting minutes of June 5, 2024
- Appoint and reappoint members to the Teen Committee for one‑year terms ending August 31, 2025
- Accept resignations of Jacob Buccholz and Wendy Bartman from the Committee on Human Relations
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for a proposed adult memory day care center. The body will also select a Chair and Vice Chair and receive training on open laws and conflict of interest rules.
- Public hearing for Conditional Use Permit File # 24-C04 for an adult memory day care center at 109 South Spring Street (Applicant: AgingNext, Inc.)
- Selection of Planning Commission Chair and Vice Chair
- Annual training on open laws and conflict of interest rules presented by City Attorney Alisha Patterson
- Approval of July 16, 2024 meeting minutes
Architectural and Preservation Commission
The Architectural and Preservation Commission will vote on three agenda items: approval of the July 10, 2024 meeting minutes; adoption of Sign Review #24‑S03 for revisions to signs at the Claremont Depot, 200 West First Street; and adoption of a resolution approving the revised conceptual site plan and an addendum to the Environmental Impact Report for the Claremont Colleges East Campus (Roberts Campus East) sports complex. Public comment will be taken before each decision. The meeting is scheduled for July 24, 2024 at 7:00 PM in the City Council Chamber.
- Approve the Architectural and Preservation Commission meeting minutes of July 10, 2024
- Adopt Sign Review #24‑S03 for up to five new signs, larger temporary banners, and replacement of a monument sign at the Claremont Depot, 200 West First Street
- Approve the revised conceptual site plan for the Claremont Colleges East Campus (Roberts Campus East) to develop a sports complex
- Approve an addendum to the previously certified Environmental Impact Report for the East Campus project
- Routine items on the Consent Calendar (action by one motion after public comment)
City Council
The Council will vote on a second‑reading waiver to adopt an ordinance that increases city council member compensation to $1,275 per month, effective after the November 2024 election. Additional actions include appointing members to several city commissions, approving the city warrant register, and authorizing multiple contracts and resolutions covering street signage, vehicle purchases, and transit funding.
- Ordinance increasing city council member compensation to $1,275 per month (SB 329)
- Award of $238,193.56 contract to TJKM Transportation Consultants for citywide street sign program
- Award of $619,354.77 contract to Fritts Ford for purchase of ten new vehicles
- Resolution authorizing participation in the CHP Cannabis Tax Fund Grant program
- Budget amendment adding $168,000 to the GoSGV e‑bike subsidy program
Architectural and Preservation Commission
The Commission will consider several architectural and site plan reviews. These include a second-story addition for a new restaurant, a locker room addition at the police station, and a residential remodel with two additions.
- Exterior modifications and second-story addition for a new restaurant at 129 North Harvard Avenue
- 1,248 square foot women's locker room addition to the Claremont Police Station at 570 West Bonita Avenue
- 1,160 square-foot first- and second-story additions and remodel at 253 East Green Street
- Approval of the May 29, 2024, meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will review several items including a code amendment for the Housing Element update and an ordinance regarding city council compensation. Other actions include awarding audio-visual contracts and amending environmental review agreements.
- Adoption of code amendment and zone change (#21-Z01) for 2021-2029 Housing Element update
- Award of $159,916.42 contract to Sunset Audio Visual for City Hall meeting space upgrades
- Resolution establishing the 2024-25 General Obligation Bond tax rate for Johnson's Pasture
- Amendment to Dudek agreement for Clara Oaks environmental review up to $456,014
- Ordinance to increase monthly salary for City Councilmembers per Senate Bill 329
Traffic and Transportation Commission
The Commission will consider a special event permit and street closure for the expansion of Dia de los Muertos on Harvard Avenue. Additionally, staff will provide an update on added features for the Mountain Avenue Corridor Complete Streets Project.
- Dia de los Muertos special event permit and street closure on Harvard Avenue between Bonita Avenue and Second Street
- Mountain Avenue Corridor (Base Line Road to Bonita Avenue) Complete Streets Project update
City Council
The City Council will review several administrative actions, including employee memorandum of understandings and updated salary schedules. The agenda also includes multiple contract authorizations for public safety, infrastructure, and park maintenance.
- Agreement with Claremont Chamber of Commerce for $60,000 per year for visitor center services
- Purchase of 30 bear-resistant trash receptacles for Claremont Hills Wilderness Park for $58,127.71
- Police Department software purchase via Sun Ridge Systems, Inc. for $499,734
- Amendment to KOA Corporation for Mountain Avenue Corridor design increasing total to $827,319
- Citywide user fee rate increase of 3.90 percent effective July 1, 2024
City Council
The City Council will review the 2024-26 operating and capital improvement program budget. Additional items include a public hearing for landscape and lighting assessments and resolutions regarding the November 5, 2024, general municipal election.
- Adoption of the 2024-26 Proposed Operating and Capital Improvement Program Budget
- Resolution for a $219.31 per unit landscape and lighting district annual assessment
- Authorization of a $123,207 contract with PlaceWorks for the La Puerta school site project
- CDBG budget amendment to reallocate $79,465 to Housing Rehabilitation and $10,000 to Job Creation
- Resolutions calling for the November 5, 2024, general municipal election
City Council
The City Council will hear a presentation regarding the final proposed 2024-26 City Operating and Capital Improvement Program Budget. This special meeting is intended for the council to review the proposal and ask clarifying questions before formal adoption.
- Presentation of the 2024-26 City Operating and Capital Improvement Program Budget
Police Commission
The Police Commission will review the annual report regarding military equipment use policy as required by Assembly Bill 481. The meeting also includes an oral report on mutual aid response procedures.
- Annual Report for the Military Equipment Use Policy (Assembly Bill 481)
- Oral report on Mutual Aid Response procedures
- Approval of February 1, 2024, meeting minutes
- Acknowledgement of the Handbook for Elected and Appointed Officials
- Police Commission Ad Hoc Letter to City Council
Community and Human Services Commission
The Commission will consider revisions to the Community Based Organization program Grant Allocation Policy. The meeting also includes updates on summer special events, the Fourth of July celebration, and tree plantings/removals from March 2024.
- Review of proposed revisions to the CBO program Grant Allocation Policy
- Approval of revised Policies and Procedures for the Committee on Aging, Committee on Human Relations, and Independence Day Committee
- Oral update on the 2024 Fourth of July Celebration
- Oral update on 2024 summer Special Events
- Receipt of March 2024 tree plantings and removals report
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review a proposed update to the city's Housing Element. This includes potential rezoning of opportunity sites and new land use designations for housing and ADU-ready residential areas.
- Revised City of Claremont Housing Element Update - 6th Cycle (2021-2029)
- General Plan Amendment for Housing Opportunity Site Overlay
- ADU-Ready RS 10,000 Overlay land use designations
- Proposed 2024-26 Capital Improvement Program Budget review
Architectural and Preservation Commission
The Commission will hold a study session regarding objective design standards and their relationship to citywide design guidelines. The meeting also includes the review of previous meeting minutes and city council priorities.
- Study session on objective design standards and citywide design guidelines
- Review of May 15, 2024, meeting minutes
- Review of Approved City Council Priorities and 2024-26 Objectives
- Acknowledgement of the Handbook for Elected and Appointed Officials
City Council
The City Council will review several infrastructure contracts including street resurfacing and sidewalk rehabilitation. Other items include establishing the 2024-25 appropriations limit and discussing short-term rental regulations.
- $1,989,898 total for Citywide Street Resurfacing Project via All American Asphalt
- $1,148,889 total for Sidewalk Rehabilitation Project via CT&T Concrete Paving, Inc.
- $241,500 total for sidewalk repairs on the 400 block of Harvard Avenue via We R Builders, Inc.
- $179,550 total for asphalt repair on the Padua Avenue Walking Trail via IE General Engineering, Inc.
- Establishment of a $52,211,838 appropriations limit for fiscal year 2024-25
Traffic and Transportation Commission
The Commission will review a report on traffic signal modifications at Base Line Road and Towne Avenue. The meeting also includes a presentation regarding Thompson Creek Trail Crossing at Mountain Avenue improvements.
- Presentation: Thompson Creek Trail Crossing at Mountain Avenue Improvements
- Base Line Road at Towne Avenue Traffic Signal Modification report
- Approval of March 28, 2024, meeting minutes
Architectural and Preservation Commission
The Commission will review a proposed denial of a wireless facility at 1700 North Towne Avenue. Members will also receive a progress update on Motel 6 lighting and landscaping and hold a study session regarding objective design standards.
- Denial of architectural review for a 73-foot steeple tower for AT&T Mobility at 1700 North Towne Avenue
- Progress update on Motel 6 lighting and landscaping
- Study session regarding objective design standards and citywide design guidelines
City Council
The Council will consider a potential tenant preference policy for affordable housing units. Other items include an upcoming public hearing for landscape and lighting district assessments and a proposed 3% sanitation and sewer rate increase.
- 2024-25 Landscape and Lighting District assessment public hearing set for June 11, 2024
- Proposed 3.0 percent sanitation and sewer rate increase effective July 1, 2024
- First amendment to the Garner House lease agreement with Claremont Heritage Inc.
- Direction on drafting a local tenant preference policy for affordable housing units
- 2024-26 Budget Process Update
Community and Human Services Commission
The Commission will review committee minutes and reports regarding urban forest activities. It will consider a recommendation to the City Council for an annual levy. Staff will also provide updates on sanitation rates and facility rentals.
- Recommendation for a $219.31/AU levy for Fiscal Year 2024-25
- Report on a 3.0 percent sanitation and sewer rate increase effective July 1, 2024
- February 2024 tree plantings and removals report
- Oral update on contract classes and facility rentals
Architectural and Preservation Commission
The Commission will review a revised conceptual site plan for the Claremont McKenna College Roberts Campus East Sports Bowl. Additionally, they will consider a request to approve a 73-foot steeple tower for AT&T mobility at 1700 North Towne Avenue.
- Review of revised conceptual site plan for Claremont McKenna College Roberts Campus East Sports Bowl
- Proposed 73-foot tall steeple tower wireless telecommunications facility at 1700 North Towne Avenue
- Approval of April 10, 2024, meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will review several administrative items including updated municipal purchasing regulations and city priorities. The agenda includes decisions on engineering contracts for accessibility improvements, street project upgrades, and a temporary housing program.
- Professional services agreement with Michael Baker International for $199,870 for accessibility improvements
- Amendment to Garcon Construction agreement for College Avenue at Green Street bike/pedestrian project totaling $989,054
- Update on Temporary Housing Stabilization and Relocation Program including a $680,000 appropriation
- Conceptual design approval and $85,650 contract for Oak Park Cemetery Expansion - Phase 3
- Ordinance amending Chapter 3.15 of the Claremont Municipal Code regarding purchasing and bidding
City Council
The City Council will meet in a closed session to conduct conferences with labor negotiators. The meeting involves several employee organizations including police and administrative associations.
- Closed session conference with Claremont Administrative and Technical Support Employees' Association
- Closed session conference with Claremont Employees' Association
- Closed session conference with Claremont Management Association
- Closed session conference with Claremont Police Management Association
- Closed session conference with Claremont Police Officers' Association and Professional Employees' Association
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review two public hearing items regarding restaurant operations. These include a request to extend hours at Mozwell Claremont and a proposal for an outdoor dining area renovation at Union on Yale.
- Conditional Use Permit amendment to extend operating hours at Mozwell Claremont, 590 West First Street
- Conditional Use Permit amendment for outdoor area renovation with 103 seats at 230 and 232 North Yale Avenue
- Approval of March 19, 2024, Planning Commission meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will review several consent calendar items including a municipal code amendment for cultural resources. The agenda also includes authorization for increased compensation for architectural services related to the Police Department Women's Locker Room Facility Project.
- Adoption of Cultural Resources Preservation Ordinance amending Title 2 and Title 16
- Increase of $75,929 for Dunbar Architecture regarding the Police Department Women's Locker Room Facility Project
- Increase of $15,000 for Blais & Associates grant research and management services
- Amendment to the City Manager employment agreement with Adam Pirrie
- Introduction of an ordinance amending purchasing and bidding regulations
Community and Human Services Commission
The Commission will review the conceptual design for Phase 3 of the Oak Park Cemetery Expansion Project. This includes a recommendation to authorize an $80,350 agreement with RJM Design Group for construction plans. The meeting also features updates on Claremont Hills Wilderness Park and library news.
- $80,350 professional services agreement with RJM Design Group for cemetery expansion plans
- Appointment of Christine Moore to the Independence Day Committee
- Acceptance of Dorothy Wills' resignation from the Committee on Human Relations
- Updates regarding Claremont Hills Wilderness Park and parking
City Council
The City Council will consider an ordinance to amend the Claremont Municipal Code regarding cultural resources preservation. This includes renaming the Architectural Commission to the Architectural and Preservation Commission and modifying its duties. The Council will also review the 2023 Housing Element Annual Progress Report.
- Amendment to Cultural Resources Preservation Ordinance
- Renaming of Architectural Commission to Architectural and Preservation Commission
- Approval of 2023 Housing Element Annual Progress Report
- Adoption of City Warrant Register resolution
- Vacancies in Police, Traffic, Sustainability, and Public Art commissions
City Council
The City Council will meet in closed session to perform required annual evaluations. These reviews concern the City Manager and the City Attorney.
- Public employee performance evaluation: City Manager
- Public employee performance evaluation: City Attorney
City Council
The City Council will hold a discussion with LA County Supervisor Kathryn Barger regarding various items of interest to Claremont. The meeting covers topics including airport land use, bicycle lanes, and freeway-related issues.
- County Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan Update (Cable Airport)
- Base Line Road Bicycle Lane project
- Open Space Acquisition and Preservation
- I-10 Freeway issues regarding sound walls and drainage
- Gold Line safety and security
Planning Commission
The Commission will consider approving the minutes from the March 5, 2024, meeting. Staff also recommends that the Commission recommend approval of the 2023 Housing Element Annual Progress Report to the City Council.
- Approval of March 5, 2024, meeting minutes
- Review of the 2023 Housing Element Annual Progress Report
Architectural and Preservation Commission
The Architectural Commission will review draft architectural designs for pre-approved Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) funded by the American Rescue Plan Act Fund. The Commission is also scheduled to approve the meeting minutes from February 28, 2024.
- Review of pre-approved ADU architectural designs
- Approval of February 28, 2024, meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will consider adopting a new handbook for elected and appointed officials. The agenda also includes decisions on engineering services for the police department and IT staffing contracts.
- Amendment to Robert Half International, Inc. contract adding $136,810 for IT services
- Agreement with Risha Engineering for $91,388 for police department seismic retrofit services
- Adoption of the updated Federal Transportation Title VI Plan
- Joint defense agreement with the City of La Verne regarding Stone Canyon groundwater issues
Community and Human Services Commission
The Commission will review two proposed designs for Lewis Park playground equipment to forward a recommendation to the City Council. The agenda also includes committee liaison appointments and revisions to Independence Day Committee policies.
- Review of two proposed designs for Lewis Park playground equipment
- Committee liaison appointments for the remainder of the 2023-24 term
- Revisions to reduce Independence Day Committee membership from nine to seven
- December 2023 tree plantings and removals report
Planning Commission
The Commission will review a draft ordinance regarding cultural resources preservation. This includes proposed amendments to rename the Architectural Commission and modify its duties. The Commission will also consider approving meeting minutes from February 6, 2024.
- Review of Draft Cultural Resources Preservation Ordinance
- Proposed renaming of the Architectural Commission to the Architectural and Preservation Commission
- Approval of February 6, 2024, Planning Commission meeting minutes
Architectural and Preservation Commission
The Commission will conduct an advisory review of the development standards and design guidelines for the La Puerta School Site Specific Plan. Staff also recommends that the Commission may review the associated Final Environmental Impact Report.
- Advisory review of the La Puerta School Site Specific Plan (LPSSSP) development standards and design guidelines
- Potential review of the Final Environmental Impact Report (FEIR) for the LPSSSP
- Approval of the February 14, 2024, meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will consider a resolution regarding the city's practice of taking positions on non-local social or political issues. Other items include appointments to the Community and Human Services Commission and several municipal service agreements.
- Appointment of Russ Binder to the Community and Human Services Commission
- $43,350.37 for emergency boiler replacement at the Claremont Police Department
- $29,980.50 for sports field lighting control upgrades at La Puerta Sports Park and Larkin Park
- Resolution affirming city practice regarding non-local social or political resolutions
- 2023 Homeless Services Update
Traffic and Transportation Commission
The Commission will receive an update regarding driver feedback signs and school zone signage and striping installations. A presentation on traffic calming projects is also scheduled. The Commission will also consider approving the meeting minutes from January 25, 2024.
- Presentation: Traffic Calming Projects
- Update: Driver Feedback Signs and School Zone Signage and Striping Installations
- Approval of January 25, 2024, meeting minutes
Architectural and Preservation Commission
The Commission will consider the demolition of the Oldenborg Center to be replaced by a 111,817 square foot facility at Pomona College. Additionally, members will review a draft Cultural Resources Preservation Ordinance that includes renaming the commission.
- Demolition of the Oldenborg Center and replacement with a 111,817 square foot Global Center and Language Immersion Residence Hall
- Review of a draft Cultural Resources Preservation Ordinance
- Proposed renaming of the Architectural Commission to the Architectural and Preservation Commission
City Council
The Claremont City Council will review a contract increase for the Police Department Dispatch and Detective Bureau Remont Project. The agenda also includes the 2024-25 Community Development Block Grant budget and an agreement regarding the 956 Base Line Road affordable housing development.
- $15,075 contract increase for Police Department Dispatch and Detective Bureau Remodel Project
- Approval of 2024-25 Community Development Block Grant program budget
- Property tax revenue exchange for annexation of 1123 Alamosa Drive
- Agreement for the 956 Base Line Road affordable housing development
- Appointment of K. M. (Marie) Williamson to the Planning Commission
City Council
The City Council will meet in a closed session to conduct a conference with labor negotiators. The meeting involves several employee organizations including the Claremont Police Officers' Association and the Claremont Management Association.
- Closed session: Conference with labor negotiators
Community and Human Services Commission
The Commission will select a Chair and Vice Chair for the remainder of the 2023-24 term. Additionally, staff is recommending that the City Council change the 'Human Services Department' name to the 'Recreation and Human Services Department.'
- Selection of Commission Chair and Vice Chair
- Approval of Youth Sports Committee policy revisions regarding alternate representatives
- Appointment of Krista Carson Elhai to the Independence Day Committee through August 31, 2028
- Proposed modifications to urban forest data reporting
- Recommendation to rename the Human Services Department
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold an informational session and regulatory review regarding cannabis zoning. The Commission will also consider approving the meeting minutes from January 16, 2024.
- Cannabis informational session and regulatory review
- Approval of January 16, 2024, Planning Commission meeting minutes
Police Commission
The Claremont Police Commission will meet on February 1, 2024. The agenda includes oral reports regarding 2024 legislative updates and the status of police facilities. The commission will also consider approving minutes from the December 7, 2023, meeting.
- Approval of December 7, 2023, meeting minutes
- Oral report on 2024 legislative updates
- Oral report on police facilities update
City Council
The City Council will hold a priorities planning workshop regarding the 2024-26 period. The session includes an update on previous 2022-24 priorities and an overview of the new setting process based on focus group meetings and survey results.
- Update on 2022-24 Council Priorities and Objectives
- Introduction to the 2024-26 priorities setting process
Traffic and Transportation Commission
The Commission will receive a presentation on the Towne Avenue Complete Streets Improvement Project. Additionally, staff will provide an update regarding new provisions for setting and amending posted speed limits under Assembly Bill 43.
- Towne Avenue Complete Streets Improvement Project Update
- Staff update on new provisions for setting and amending posted speed limits (Assembly Bill 43)
- Approval of the December 14, 2023, special meeting minutes
Architectural and Preservation Commission
The Architectural Commission will consider a new two-story residence and a home addition/renovation. The meeting also includes the review of previous meeting minutes.
- New two-story single-family residence at 631 Blanchard Place
- Addition and renovation to a one-story single-family residence at 160 West 11th Street
- Approval of December 13, 2023, meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will consider several contract amendments to increase funding for city maintenance services. They will also review a final parcel map for 4358 Via Padova and approve committee appointments. Additionally, the council will receive reports on investments and hotel/motel ordinances.
- Contract amendment for Main Street Signs to increase traffic control compensation by $20,000
- Contract amendment for First Class Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc. to increase HVAC maintenance by $60,000
- Contract amendment for Bear Electrical Solutions to increase electrical services by $70,000
- Approval of Final Parcel Map No. 84006 at 4358 Via Padova
- Appointment of David Hines to the Sustainability Committee
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review two conditional use permit requests. These include a request for a massage establishment at 226 West Foothill Boulevard and an amendment for outdoor seating with alcohol service at 238 Yale Avenue.
- Conditional Use Permit #23-C08: Massage establishment at 226 West Foothill Boulevard, Suite H
- Conditional Use Permit Amendment #70-C1111AMD: Outdoor seating with alcohol service at 238 Yale Avenue
- Approval of December 5, 2023, Planning Commission meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding $10.5 million in tax-exempt financing for educational facilities at Scripps and Pitzer Colleges. The agenda also includes confirming local committee appointments and approving city warrant registers.
- $10.5 million tax-exempt financing for Scripps-Pitzer Property Holdings, LLC
- Confirmation of local and regional councilmember appointments
- Adoption of resolutions for city warrant registers
- Approval of December 12, 2023 meeting minutes