Costa Mesa public meetings in 2025
66 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
PLANNING COMMISSION
The Planning Commission will conduct public hearings on a wireless facility continuance, a residential subdivision at 2396 Orange Avenue, and an ordinance to allow ministerial approval of two-unit Small Lot Ordinance projects. A study session will introduce the approach to the Housing Element and Measure K rezoning effort. The commission will also approve the 2026 meeting calendar.
- Continuance of minor conditional use permit for wireless facility at 2065 Placentia Avenue to March 23, 2026
- Design review and tentative parcel map for two new single-family homes at 2396 Orange Avenue
- Ordinance amending Title 13 to allow ministerial approval for two-unit Small Lot Ordinance projects
- Study session on the Neighborhoods Where We All Belong rezoning approach (Housing Element and Measure K)
- Review and approval of 2026 Planning Commission meeting calendar
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY*
The Costa Mesa City Council and Housing Authority will consider routine Consent Calendar items, adopt a warrant resolution, and review the proposed 2026 meeting calendar. They will also vote on two cooperative agreements: one to purchase eight Allmand portable light towers for $109,897 and another to purchase four 2026 BMW R1300 RT‑P police motorcycles for $164,439. Finally, the Council will adopt the Measure M2 Expenditure Report.
- Waive full reading of all ordinances and resolutions (Consent Calendar)
- Adopt Warrant Resolution No. 2745 (Resolution 25-569)
- Authorize purchase of eight Allmand portable light towers – $109,897
- Authorize purchase of four 2026 BMW R1300 RT‑P police motorcycles – $164,439
- Adopt Measure M2 Expenditure Report
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY*
The City Council and Housing Authority will hold a closed‑session meeting. Council members will meet with labor negotiators representing the city employees association, division managers association, and the executive unit. They will also confer with legal counsel about anticipated, newly filed, and ongoing litigation involving the City.
- Conference with labor negotiators – Costa Mesa City Employees Association (CMCEA)
- Conference with labor negotiators – Costa Mesa Division Managers Association (CMDMA)
- Conference with labor negotiators – Costa Mesa City Executive Unit
- Conference with legal counsel – anticipation of three potential litigation cases
- Conference with legal counsel – existing litigation including Farrell Harrison v. City of Costa Mesa and multiple D'Alessio Investments lawsuits
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY*
The Costa Mesa City Council will meet to discuss routine consent calendar items, including the rejection of a sole bid for a sewer pipe reline project and the adoption of updated building codes. The meeting will also include committee reports and a proclamation for Native American Heritage Month.
- Reject sole bid for Sewer Pipe Reline Project (City Project No. 25-14)
- Adopt Ordinance No. 2025-08 amending building and fire codes
- Accept Greenville-Banning Channel Hydrodynamic Separator Installation Project
- Approve Warrant Resolution No. 2744
- Proclamation: Native American Heritage Month
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY*
The City Council and Housing Authority are meeting only for a closed session, with no public agenda items. Discussions include potential litigation, labor negotiations with the city manager and the Costa Mesa City Executive Unit, several existing lawsuits involving the city and D'Alessio Investments, and a real property negotiation for 3175 Airway Ave. No votes or decisions are scheduled for public session.
- Closed session: conference with legal counsel anticipating three potential litigation cases
- Closed session: labor negotiations with unrepresented city manager and Costa Mesa City Executive Unit
- Closed session: existing litigation in Veramancini and Torresmarini vs. County of Orange and City of Costa Mesa (federal case)
- Closed session: multiple existing litigation cases involving D'Alessio Investments LLC (properties at 440 Fair Dr., 1779 Newport Blvd., and 1963 Wallace Ave.)
- Closed session: real property negotiation for 3175 Airway Ave. – price and terms of payment
PARKS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
The Parks and Community Services Commission will approve the minutes from its October 9 and October 30, 2025 meetings. It will consider staff recommendations to accept a donated tree, bench and memorial plaque for Canyon Park and a donated memorial bench and plaque for Brentwood Park. The commission will also review the City of Costa Mesa Urban Canopy and Land Assessment. Routine items on the consent calendar will be acted on in a single motion.
- Approve minutes of the October 9 and October 30, 2025 meetings (Agenda item 1).
- Accept donation of a tree, bench and memorial plaque for Canyon Park (Agenda item 2).
- Accept donation of a memorial bench and plaque for Brentwood Park (Agenda item 3).
- Review and provide feedback on the City of Costa Mesa Urban Canopy and Land Assessment (Agenda item 4).
- Consider routine consent‑calendar items in one motion.
PLANNING COMMISSION
The Costa Mesa Planning Commission will meet to approve the minutes from the previous meeting and consider a conditional use permit for a cat lounge at 2981 Bristol Street. The body will also receive a public engagement update on the Housing Element implementation.
- Conditional Use Permit for cat lounge at 2981 Bristol Street
- Housing Element implementation public engagement update
- Approval of October 27, 2025 meeting minutes
ARTS COMMISSION
The Costa Mesa Arts Commission will vote on approving 12 utility box art designs and discuss a potential art project for the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. The consent calendar includes approval of minutes from August and September 2025. The agenda also features a presentation by Poet Laureate Danielle Hanson and an arts report from the Newport-Mesa Unified School District.
- Approval of 12 utility box art designs (Attachment 1)
- Discussion of art project for America's 250th anniversary
- Presentation by Poet Laureate Danielle Hanson
- Newport-Mesa Unified School District arts report
- Approval of minutes from August 7, 2025 and September 4, 2025
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY*
The City Council will vote on authorizing the purchase of 150 computer systems from Dell Technologies for $220,349 via a cooperative agreement. Other consent items include approving warrant resolutions and meeting minutes. A closed session will discuss real property negotiations at 3175 Airway Ave and labor negotiations with the City Manager.
- Purchase of 150 end-of-life computer replacements from Dell Technologies for $220,349
- Closed session conference on real property at 3175 Airway Ave, price and terms of payment
- Closed session conference with labor negotiators for unrepresented employee: City Manager
- Adoption of Warrant Resolution No. 2743 for checks dated October 2 and 13, 2025
- Staff recommendation on 2027 Federal Transportation Improvement Program (details not provided)
PARKS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
The Parks and Community Services Commission will discuss a draft master plan update for Fairview Park and develop recommendations to forward to the City Council.
- Discussion and approval of recommendations for Fairview Park Master Plan Update
- Review of Draft Fairview Park Master Plan Update by consultant MIG
- Development of Commission recommendations based on Steering Committee input
PLANNING COMMISSION
The Planning Commission will review conditional use permits for two dog daycare operations and conduct a twelve-month operational review for Arena OC. The body will also consider approving meeting minutes from October 13, 2025.
- Conditional Use Permit PCUP-25-0018 for a dog daycare (The Bone Home) at 1619 Superior Avenue
- Conditional Use Permit PCUP-25-0019 to modify the site plan for a dog daycare with overnight kenneling (The Bone Adventure) at 1629 Superior Avenue
- Twelve-month review of approved operational conditions for Arena OC (ZA-22-35)
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY*
The city council will enter closed session at 4 PM to discuss six lawsuits, two labor negotiations, and a property deal at 695 W. 19th Street. The public hearing for 2301 Newport Blvd (Culture Cannabis Club) has been cancelled because the appeal was withdrawn. The regular meeting at 6 PM includes routine procedural items but no substantive agenda items are listed in the provided portion of the agenda.
- Cancelled public hearing for 2301 Newport Blvd (Culture Cannabis Club)
- Closed session: conference with legal counsel on Ohio House, LLC v. City of Costa Mesa (USDC Case No. 8:19 cv 01710)
- Closed session: conference with legal counsel on Insight Psychology and Addiction, Inc. v. City of Costa Mesa (USDC Case No. 8:20 cv 00504)
- Closed session: conference with legal counsel on Schaefer v. City of Costa Mesa (Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-2022-01286737)
- Closed session: conference with real property negotiator for 695 W. 19th Street (Jamboree Housing) – price and terms of payment
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY*
The City Council will host a special town hall meeting to discuss local strategies for addressing homelessness. The event will include an open house with community service partners and a public comment period.
- Special meeting: Homeless Solutions Town Hall
- Open house with community partners (Mercy House, Bracken's Kitchen, etc.)
- Public comment on homeless solutions
- Filming of the event for City website
- City staff to present alongside community partners
PLANNING COMMISSION
The Costa Mesa Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a conditional use permit to expand alcohol sales at a 7-Eleven, and a recommendation to amend the Land Use Element for consistency with the state-mandated Sixth Cycle Housing Element. The consent calendar includes approval of the September 22, 2025 meeting minutes. The commission will also receive departmental and city attorney reports.
- Conditional Use Permit (PCUP-25-0012) to modify ABC license from Type 20 (beer and wine) to Type 21 (general) for 7-Eleven at 2244 Fairview Road
- Amendment to the Land Use Element (PCTY-25-0004) for consistency with the Sixth Cycle (2021-2029) Housing Element
- Consent calendar: approval of September 22, 2025 unofficial meeting minutes
PARKS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
The Parks and Community Services Commission will meet to review the status of the Fairview Developmental Center Specific Plan and discuss park capital improvement guidelines. The meeting will also include approval of prior commission minutes and department reports.
- Approval of August and September 2025 commission minutes
- Fairview Developmental Center Specific Plan status update
- Review of Park Capital Improvement Value Guidelines
- Discussion of Capital Improvement Program park projects evaluation rubric
- Department and maintenance services updates
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY*
The Costa Mesa City Council will hold a regular meeting to discuss consent calendar items, receive reports from the City Manager and Attorney, and hold a closed session regarding potential litigation.
- Closed session to discuss potential litigation with legal counsel
- Proclamation for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
- Recognition of Newport Mesa Girls Softball 8U All Stars
- Consent calendar includes procedural waivers and claims filing
- Council member committee reports and comments
PLANNING COMMISSION
The Costa Mesa Planning Commission will vote on the September 8 meeting minutes and hold public hearings on two land‑use items. Staff recommends approving Conditional Use Permit PCUP‑25‑0017 for outdoor storage of tow trucks and employee vehicles at 2648 Newport Boulevard, with a CEQA exemption. Staff also recommends upholding the denial of a reasonable accommodation request for a sober living home operated by Ohio House at 115 East Wilson Street, units A‑E. Additional departmental reports will be presented.
- Approve September 8, 2025 meeting minutes (Agenda Item 1).
- Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit PCUP‑25‑0017 for outdoor vehicle storage at 2648 Newport Blvd, with recommendation to exempt from CEQA and approve the permit.
- Public hearing on appeal of denial of reasonable accommodation request (PRAC‑25‑0002) for sober living home at 115 East Wilson St, units A‑E, with recommendation to uphold the denial.
- Public Works Report (Departmental Report).
- Development Services Report (Departmental Report).
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY*
The Costa Mesa City Council and Housing Authority will hold a regular meeting on September 16, 2025. In closed session, council members will consider a public employee appointment for the City Manager position. In the open session, the council will vote on several consent‑calendar items, including a procedural waiver, a reading folder for claims, adoption of warrant resolution No. 2740, and approval of the August 5, 2025 meeting minutes. Public comments are also scheduled.
- Public employee appointment – City Manager position (closed session)
- Procedural waiver to waive full reading of all ordinances and resolutions (25-455)
- Reading folder to receive and file claims and authorize staff to reject claims (25-456)
- Adoption of warrant resolution No. 2740 (25-430)
- Approval of minutes from the regular meeting of August 5, 2025 (25-457)
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY*
The Costa Mesa City Council will meet to discuss tracking at-fault evictions and options for legal assistance for residents facing immigration enforcement. The meeting will include a closed session on litigation and a recommendation to receive a $100,000 donation to local non-profits.
- Receive $100,000 donation to Enough for All Fund and Someone Cares Soup Kitchen
- Consider tracking at-fault evictions
- Discuss legal assistance for residents and potential lawsuit participation
- Closed session on four potential litigation cases
- Closed session on two existing litigation cases
PLANNING COMMISSION
The Costa Mesa Planning Commission will meet to approve the minutes from the August 25 meeting and consider a conditional use permit for a new wireless communication facility at 2065 Placentia Avenue. The body will also hold a study session to review a technical update to the General Plan Safety Element.
- Approve August 25, 2025 meeting minutes
- Public hearing for wireless facility permit at 2065 Placentia Avenue
- Study session on General Plan Safety Element technical update
- Receive Public Works and Development Services reports
- Receive City Attorney report
ARTS COMMISSION
The Arts Commission will review and consider approving the proposed scope of work for updating the Costa Mesa Arts and Culture Master Plan. The meeting also includes public comment periods and commissioner comments. No other business items are listed.
- Review and possible approval of scope of work for Arts and Culture Master Plan Update (item 25-443)
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY*
The Costa Mesa City Council and Housing Authority will hold a closed session at 4 p.m. to discuss seven litigation matters, including two potential lawsuits and five existing cases (RDK Group Holdings, Farrell Harrison, Insight Psychology and Addiction, Perdomo v. Noem, DBO Investments). The regular meeting at 6 p.m. includes a proclamation for Hunger Action Month and consent calendar items such as waiving full reading of ordinances and reviewing claims from four individuals. The agenda is partially provided; additional items may be present.
- Closed session on potential litigation (2 cases) and initiation of litigation (1 case)
- Closed session on existing litigation: RDK Group Holdings v. Costa Mesa, Farrell Harrison v. Costa Mesa, Insight Psychology and Addiction v. Costa Mesa, Perdomo v. Noem, DBO Investments CM v. Costa Mesa
- Proclamation declaring September 2025 as Hunger Action Month
- Consent item: reading folder of claims by Warren Franklin, Carolyn Hanson, Craig Marshall, Daisy Martinez
- Consent item: waiver of full reading of ordinances and resolutions
PLANNING COMMISSION
The Planning Commission will hold two public hearings: one to recommend updates to the city's shared parking requirements, and another to recommend a preferred land use plan and environmental study scope for the Fairview Developmental Center Specific Plan. The consent calendar includes approval of the August 11, 2025 meeting minutes.
- Continued hearing on updates to the City of Costa Mesa Procedure for Determining Shared Parking Requirements (PCTY-25-0001)
- Fairview Developmental Center Specific Plan Land Use Plan review and recommendation for environmental study scope
- Approval of August 11, 2025 regular meeting minutes
PARKS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
The Parks and Community Services Commission will continue a workshop to establish core principles and criteria for recommending future Capital Improvement Program park projects. It will also receive the biannual Park Ranger report from the Police Department and consider accepting a donated memorial tree and plaque at TeWinkle Park in memory of Jim Ortiz. The consent calendar includes approval of June 12 meeting minutes and a department report.
- Continue workshop on core principles and criteria for future park Capital Improvement Program projects
- Receive and file Police Department Park Ranger biannual report
- Accept donation of a memorial tree and plaque at TeWinkle Park in memory of Jim Ortiz
- Approve minutes of the June 12, 2025 meeting
- Receive department report covering June and July
PLANNING COMMISSION
The commission will vote to approve the July 28, 2025 meeting minutes. It will hold a public hearing on Design Review PA‑23‑14 and Parcel Map No. 2023‑117 for a two‑story single‑family subdivision at 2308 Santa Ana Avenue. A study session will discuss possible zoning code amendments, and departmental reports from Public Works and Development Services will be presented.
- Approve July 28, 2025 meeting minutes (Consent Calendar)
- Public hearing: Design Review PA‑23‑14 and Parcel Map 2023‑117 for a residential small‑lot subdivision at 2308 Santa Ana Avenue
- Study session on potential zoning code amendments
- Public Works departmental report
- Development Services departmental report
ARTS COMMISSION
The Costa Mesa Arts Commission will approve June meeting minutes, then discuss updates to the Arts Grant program guidelines and provide feedback on the proposed scope of work for the Arts and Culture Master Plan. Both items are presented for review and recommendation by staff. The meeting also includes routine public comment and a consent calendar of routine items.
- Approve minutes from the June 5, 2025 Arts Commission meeting (Item 25-406)
- Review and discuss new language in the City Arts Grant program guidelines (Item 25-407)
- Provide feedback on the proposed scope of work for the Arts and Culture Master Plan update (Item 25-408)
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY*
The Costa Mesa City Council will hold a regular meeting at 6:00 p.m. to hear committee reports and act on the consent calendar. The meeting includes a closed session at 4:00 p.m. to discuss pending litigation and a public employee appointment.
- Closed session to discuss pending litigation with D'Alessio Investments LLC
- Closed session to discuss pending litigation with RDK Group Holdings, LLC
- Closed session to discuss pending litigation with Farrell Harrison
- Closed session to discuss appointment of City Manager
- Consent calendar includes procedural waivers and claims filing
PLANNING COMMISSION
The Planning Commission will hold two public hearings: one on a Conditional Use Permit (PCUP-25-0007) for an animal kenneling facility with ancillary veterinary services ("Priceless Pets") at 126 East 16th Street, and another on a resolution recommending that the City Council adopt minor technical updates to Title 13 of the Costa Mesa Municipal Code. The commission will also consider approving the unofficial meeting minutes from July 14, 2025.
- Conditional Use Permit PCUP-25-0007 for animal kenneling and veterinary services at 126 East 16th Street (Priceless Pets)
- CEQA exemption finding for the kennel project under Section 15301 (Existing Facilities)
- Resolution recommending City Council adopt code amendments (PCTY-25-0001) to Title 13 Zoning Code for minor technical updates
- Approval of July 14, 2025 regular meeting minutes
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY*
The Costa Mesa City Council will meet to discuss and vote on consent calendar items, including the approval of minutes and a warrant resolution. The council is also scheduled to award a professional services agreement to WSP USA, Inc. for stormwater and water quality administration support.
- Award of Professional Services Agreement to WSP USA, Inc. for stormwater support (not to exceed $164,800 annually)
- Approval of minutes for June 3 and June 17, 2025
- Approval of Warrant Resolution 25-355
- Final map for Tract No. 19244 at 1711-1719 Pomona Avenue
- Closed session regarding existing litigation and public employee appointment
PLANNING COMMISSION
The Costa Mesa Planning Commission will consider a staff recommendation to adopt a Mitigated Negative Declaration and a resolution urging the City Council to approve a General Plan amendment, rezoning, design review, tentative tract map, and density bonus for a 142‑unit ownership residential development at 3150 Bear Street. The Commission will also approve the unofficial minutes from the June 23, 2025 meeting. Additional agenda items include public comments, departmental reports, and city attorney reports.
- Recommendation to adopt a Mitigated Negative Declaration for the 3150 Bear St project
- Proposed General Plan amendment (PGPA-24-0002) to change land use to High Density Residential
- First‑reading rezoning ordinance to change designation from Administrative and Professional (AP) to Multiple Family Residential (R3)
- Approval of Tentative Tract Map No. 19334 for a residential common interest development
- Density bonus providing seven very low‑income units and a 20‑unit increase (total 142 units)
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY*
The City Council will examine the City’s commissions and committees, including the Commission and Committee Member Handbook and relevant municipal code sections. Council members will also discuss a draft Code of Ethics and Conduct and consider input from other cities’ codes. Both items are for feedback and direction, not final adoption.
- Review of City Commissions and Committees – Handbook and Municipal Code §§13-10, 12-71, 12-75
- Discussion of Draft Code of Ethics and Conduct (dated 07-08-2025) with reference to Irvine and Gardena codes
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY*
The Costa Mesa City Council and Housing Authority will meet in a special closed session at 4:30 PM to discuss one case of potential litigation pursuant to California Government Code. No regular business items are listed on this agenda; the meeting is entirely devoted to the closed session.
- Closed session: Conference with legal counsel on anticipation of litigation (one case)
- Public comment limited to closed session items only
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY*
The Costa Mesa City Council will hold a special closed session at 5:00 PM on July 1, 2025, to discuss the appointment of a City Manager under California Government Code Section 54957(b)(1). No open-session business items are listed in the provided agenda.
- Public employee appointment: City Manager (closed session)
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY*
The Costa Mesa City Council convened a special meeting to host the State of the City luncheon organized by the Costa Mesa Chamber of Commerce. The public may attend without purchasing a ticket, though food, drink, and parking are not included. The event will be filmed and posted on the City website for later viewing. No council actions or decisions are scheduled during this meeting.
- State of the City luncheon – public attendance, no ticket required
- Event organized by the Costa Mesa Chamber of Commerce
- Luncheon will be filmed and posted on the City website
PLANNING COMMISSION
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to subdivide 2280 Elden Avenue into two parcels, each with a new two-story single-family home and garage. They will also review and provide feedback on the Fairview Developmental Center Specific Plan land use plan and discuss minor technical updates to the Zoning Code. Consent calendar includes approval of June 9 meeting minutes.
- Public hearing on Design Review (PDES-24-0013) and Tentative Parcel Map 2024-156 for a residential small-lot subdivision at 2280 Elden Avenue
- Old Business: review of Fairview Developmental Center Specific Plan land use plan — feedback requested
- New Business: study session on Zoning Code Amendment (PCTY-25-0001) for minor technical updates
- Consent calendar: approval of June 9, 2025 unofficial meeting minutes
PARKS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
The Parks and Community Services Commission will consider several items, including adopting the minutes from the May 8 meeting and discussing a framework for future park capital projects. The commission will vote on accepting a donated memorial tree for Tanager Park and on approving the conceptual design plan for improvements at Brentwood Park, located at 265 Brentwood Street. Items not listed on the agenda may be raised during public comment.
- Approve minutes of May 8, 2025 meeting (Agenda item 1)
- Discuss framework for future Capital Improvement Program park projects (Agenda item 2)
- Accept donation of a memorial tree and plaque for Tanager Park (Agenda item 25-316)
- Approve conceptual design improvements for Brentwood Park, 265 Brentwood Street (Agenda item 25-346)
ARTS COMMISSION
The Costa Mesa Arts Commission will approve the minutes from its May 1, 2025 meeting, review the current arts grant program guidelines and consider edits, and receive the final report for the Free at Segerstrom Center Campus Program for fiscal year 2024‑2025. The meeting also includes two public presentations on Arts in the Park – Coastal Corridor Alliance and the Costa Mesa Skate Park expansion preview.
- Approve minutes of the May 1, 2025 Arts Commission meeting (Minutes 25-332)
- Review Arts Grant Program guidelines and application materials (Agenda Report 25-334)
- Receive and file the Free at Segerstrom Center Campus Program final report for FY 2024‑2025 (Agenda Report 25-335)
- Presentation: Arts in the Park – Coastal Corridor Alliance
- Presentation: Costa Mesa Skate Park expansion preview
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY*
The City Council and Housing Authority will meet to discuss the appointment of an Interim City Manager and a City Manager in closed session. The regular meeting includes decisions on fire hazard severity zones and road rehabilitation funding.
- Appointment of Interim City Manager and City Manager (Closed Session)
- Ordinance 2025-03 to designate Local Responsibility Area Fire Hazard Severity Zones
- Funding for the Harbor Boulevard Roadway Rehabilitation Project via SB 1
- Approval of the M2 Seven-Year Capital Improvement Program for FY 2025-26 through FY 2031-32
- Authorization to reject claims from AAA, State Farm, Esther Farr, Kyle Samuelson, and Debra Von Trapp
PLANNING COMMISSION
The Planning Commission will hold study sessions on two major developments: the proposed Hive Live project at 3333 Susan Street, a three-phase, 1,050-unit residential development with a 3,692-square-foot retail component, and the Fairview Developmental Center Specific Plan land use plan. No final decisions are scheduled; the sessions are for presentations, public comment, and commissioner feedback. The consent calendar includes approval of meeting minutes from past dates.
- Study session for Hive Live project: 1,050-unit residential, 3,692 sq ft retail, includes EIR, general plan amendment, rezone, density bonus agreement
- Study session for Fairview Developmental Center Specific Plan: land use plan feedback based on survey results and financial feasibility
- Consent calendar: approval of minutes from May 12, 2025, Nov 12, 2024, Sep 11, 2023, and Jan 23, 2023
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY*
At the May 20, 2025 meeting, the council will meet in a closed session to confer with legal counsel on three pending lawsuits and to negotiate price and payment terms for three city properties. The session also includes labor negotiations with several city employee groups. No public agenda items beyond presentations and public comments are scheduled for the open meeting.
- Legal counsel conference on Ohio House, LLC v. City of Costa Mesa (Case No. 8:19‑cv‑01710)
- Legal counsel conference on City of Costa Mesa v. Ohio House, LLC (Case No. 30‑2018‑01006173‑CU‑OR‑NJC)
- Legal counsel conference on Insight Psychology and Addiction, Inc. v. City of Costa Mesa (Case No. 8:20‑cv‑00504)
- Real‑property negotiator conference for 778 Shalimar Drive, APN 424‑051‑23
- Labor negotiator conferences with Costa Mesa Police Association and other employee groups
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY*
The Costa Mesa City Council will hold a study session to review the Fiscal Year 2025‑26 Proposed All Funds Budget of $224.4 million, including a General Fund component of $186.9 million. Council members will examine personnel summaries, revenue sources, and appropriation details before the budget is finalized by June 30, 2025. A closed‑session item will appoint an Interim City Manager.
- Study Session on FY 2025‑26 Proposed All Funds Budget of $224.4 million (General Fund $186.9 million)
- Four‑Year Personnel Summary by Department
- All Funds Revenues and Sources of Funds review
- General Fund Revenues and Sources of Funds review
- Closed‑session appointment of Interim City Manager
PLANNING COMMISSION
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit for a new K-12 private school at Mesa Verde United Methodist Church (1701 Baker Street) and is expected to approve it. They will also consider a General Plan Conformity Resolution for the FY 2025-26 and five-year Capital Improvement Programs. A previous item for a 6-unit small lot development at 215 and 223 Mesa Drive is recommended for continuation to a future date.
- Conditional Use Permit PA-23-05 for new private school (K-12) within existing church at 1701 Baker Street
- General Plan Conformity Resolution for one-year (FY 2025-26) and five-year (FY 2025-26 to FY 2029-30) Capital Improvement Programs
- Design Review, Tentative Tract Map 19313, and Density Bonus Agreement for 6-unit small lot development at 215 and 223 Mesa Drive (recommended for continuation)
- CEQA exemption findings for school project per CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 (Class 1) Existing Facilities
PARKS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
The commission will hold a workshop to review and approve core principles and key criteria for future park Capital Improvement Program projects. It will also consider accepting a memorial bench and plaque donation for TeWinkle Park. The consent calendar includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a department report.
- Workshop on Park Capital Improvements Principles and Values
- Donation of memorial bench and plaque for Dorothy Webster Jones at TeWinkle Park
- Approval of April 10, 2025 meeting minutes
- Department report for April
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY*
The City Council and Housing Authority will hold a closed session to discuss real estate negotiations and labor agreements. The regular meeting includes a proclamation for National Bike Month and routine consent calendar items.
- Negotiations with State of California for Fairview Developmental Center at 2501 Harbor Blvd.
- Negotiations with Dominic Bulone for property at 778 Shalimar Drive.
- Labor negotiations with Costa Mesa Police Association, Police Management Association, City Employees Association, and Confidential Unit.
- Proposed MOU with Orange County for the Countywide Mass Notification System (2024-2029).
- Authorization to reject claims from Southern California Edison, Mercury Insurance Company, Ali Berri, Parker Bittner, Karen Franco, and Cathy Jo Liebel.
ARTS COMMISSION
The Arts Commission will discuss potential funding mechanisms for public art and review edits to the Arts Grant Program guidelines. The body will also receive a budget review for the Arts & Culture Master Plan for the 2024-25 fiscal year.
- Review of Arts Grant Program guidelines and application edits
- Discussion of public art funding options based on the Art in Public Places Report
- Fiscal Year 2024-25 Master Plan budget review
- Approval of April 3, 2025 meeting minutes
PLANNING COMMISSION
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a Conditional Use Permit for a 47-unit single-room-occupancy motel conversion at 2205 Harbor Boulevard. Staff recommends approval, finding the project categorically exempt from CEQA. Consent items include approving minutes from the April 14 and February 10, 2025 meetings.
- Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit PCUP-23-0003 for a 47-unit SRO motel conversion at 2205 Harbor Boulevard
- Staff recommendation to approve the permit with conditions and a CEQA Class 1 categorical exemption
- Consent calendar: approve minutes from April 14, 2025 and February 10, 2025
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY*
The City Council will hold a study session on the proposed Fiscal Year 2025-26 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Budget and the five-year CIP plan through 2029-30. Staff requests general direction from the council on deferred capital projects and the proposed budget; a final vote is required by June 30, 2025.
- Study session on FY 2025-26 Proposed CIP Budget and Five-Year CIP (2025-26 to 2029-30)
- Discussion of ongoing CIP projects and potential deferments
- Council direction requested; final adoption deadline June 30, 2025
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY*
The City Council will hold a public hearing to decide an appeal of the Planning Commission's approval of a conditional use permit for a retail cannabis storefront with delivery at 1912 Harbor Boulevard. The council may uphold or overturn that decision. The agenda also includes routine consent items such as a warrant resolution, claims, and approval of the 2024 General Plan Annual Progress Report. A previously scheduled item on potential staffing standards for grocery self-checkout operations has been removed from the agenda.
- Public hearing: Appeal of Planning Commission approval for a cannabis retail storefront (Green Mart) at 1912 Harbor Boulevard
- Consent item: Approval of 2024 Annual Progress Report for the 2015-2035 Costa Mesa General Plan
- Consent item: Adoption of Warrant Resolution No. 2732 (check registrations)
- Consent item: Receipt and rejection of claims from four individuals
- Removed item: Request for direction on an ordinance for self-checkout standards in grocery retail stores
PLANNING COMMISSION
The Costa Mesa Planning Commission will receive staff’s six‑month review of Conditional Use Permit ZA‑22‑35 for the “Arena OC” project and decide whether any operational condition changes are needed. Commissioners will also receive the staff presentation of the 2024 Annual Progress Report (Report 25‑266). The commission will approve the unofficial minutes from the February 24, 2025 meeting (Report 25‑268).
- Six‑month review of Conditional Use Permit ZA‑22‑35 (“Arena OC”) – decision on operational conditions
- Staff presentation of the 2024 Annual Progress Report (Report 25‑266)
- Approval of February 24, 2025 unofficial meeting minutes (Report 25‑268)
PARKS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
The Parks and Community Services Commission will discuss and potentially establish core principles and values for future Capital Improvement Program park projects. They will also receive and file the proposed FY 2025-26 CIP budget and five-year draft for parks, parkways, and medians. Additionally, the commission will consider accepting a donation of a memorial tree, bench, and plaque at TeWinkle Park in memory of Ciera D'Alessandro.
- Acceptance of a memorial tree, bench, and plaque at TeWinkle Park for Ciera D'Alessandro
- Receive and file FY 2025-26 draft CIP budget for parks, parkways, and medians
- Receive and file five-year draft CIP through FY 2029-30 for parks
- Workshop to establish core principles and values for future CIP park projects
- Presentation on 'Bridging the Gap of Social Services in Aging Services'
ARTS COMMISSION
The Arts Commission will consider approving grant awards for the 2024-25 Arts Grant program and reviewing the program's guidelines. They will also receive an update on the Arts and Culture Master Plan budget for the next fiscal year. Presentations are scheduled from the Orange Coast College Frank M. Doyle Arts Pavilion and the city's Poet Laureate for National Poetry Month.
- Approval of FY 2024-25 Arts Grant awards
- Review of Arts Grant Program Guidelines
- Update on Arts and Culture Master Plan budget for FY 2025-26
- Presentation from Orange Coast College Frank M. Doyle Arts Pavilion director
- Presentation from Costa Mesa Poet Laureate celebrating National Poetry Month
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY*
The City Council and Housing Authority will consider approving an increase in purchasing authority with Pivot Solutions (Maaco) to $200,000 for vehicle paint and body repair, along with a $100,000 appropriation from the Equipment Replacement Fund. The consent calendar also includes acceptance of the Police Department Range Remodel and Upgrade Project and routine items such as warrants and minutes.
- Increase purchasing authority with Pivot Solutions LLC (Maaco) to $200,000 for vehicle paint/body repair; $100,000 appropriation from Fund 601
- Accept Police Department Range Remodel and Upgrade Project (City Project No. 22-03)
- Designate City Manager as principal negotiator for three employee unions; authorize fiscal analysis of current MOUs
- Claims filed by Gabriel Rolando Fierro to be rejected and filed
- Approve minutes of March 11 study session and March 18 regular meeting
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY*
The City Council and Housing Authority will hold a public hearing on a proposed ordinance updating Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) rules to comply with recent state laws and HCD comments. The consent calendar includes authorizing street closures for the 2025 OC Marathon, awarding a $335,000 police department floor replacement contract, and receiving the 2024 Housing Element Annual Progress Report.
- First reading of ordinance amending ADU provisions in Title 13 of municipal code
- Street closures for 2025 Orange County Marathon on May 3-4
- Award $335,000 police department floor replacement contract to Interior Resources, Inc.
- Receive and file 2024 6th Cycle Housing Element Annual Progress Report
- Reading and rejection of claims filed by seven individuals
PARKS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
The Parks and Community Services Commission will review a conceptual design plan for expanding the skatepark at 900 Arlington Drive. The body will also receive updates on Capital Improvement Program park projects.
- Conceptual design plan for Costa Mesa Skatepark expansion at 900 Arlington Drive
- Capital Improvement Program (CIP) parks projects update
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY*
The City Council will hold a study session to receive and file the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Mid-Year Budget Update, including updated projections for General Fund revenues and expenditures through June 30, 2025. No votes or formal decisions are scheduled; the item is for discussion and information only.
- Fiscal Year 2024-25 Mid-Year Budget Update – General Fund financial report
ARTS COMMISSION
The Arts Commission will hear a presentation from the Newport-Mesa Unified School District on arts education, then select one art design for installation on utility box #4. Commissioners will also review and file final reports for the Fiscal Years 2022-2023 and 2023-2024 Arts Grant Program. Routine consent items include approval of the February 6, 2025 meeting minutes.
- Presentation: Newport-Mesa Unified School District Arts Report
- Select one art design for installation on Utility Box #4
- Review and file Arts Grant Program final reports for FY 2022-2023 and FY 2023-2024
- Approval of minutes from February 6, 2025 meeting
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY*
The City Council will consider a new Information Technology Strategic Plan Phase II and roadmap. The consent calendar includes acceptance of completed road and traffic signal projects, and authorization to purchase two chiller units for City Hall using a cooperative agreement. No public hearings or old business are scheduled.
- Accept Adams Avenue Pavement Rehabilitation project from All American Asphalt, Inc.
- Accept Traffic Signal Modification at Baker Street and Babb Street from Crosstown Electrical & Data, Inc.
- Authorize $334,856 purchase of two Trane chillers from Siemens Industry for City Hall
- Consider Information Technology Strategic Plan Phase II and roadmap (new business)
PLANNING COMMISSION
The Planning Commission will consider updating the municipal code regarding Accessory Dwelling Units to align with state law. The body will also hear an appeal regarding an expired cannabis permit and a new permit application for a cannabis business.
- Proposed amendment to Title 13 of the Municipal Code regarding Accessory Dwelling Units (PCTY-24-0002)
- Appeal of the expiration of Conditional Use Permit PA-21-23 for a cannabis storefront at 1687 Orange Avenue (King’s Crew)
- Conditional Use Permit PCUP-24-0011 for a retail cannabis storefront and delivery business (Green Mart) at 1912 Harbor Boulevard
- Approval of unofficial meeting minutes from July 24, 2023
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY*
The council will consider several routine consent‑calendar items, adopt a warrant resolution, and approve minutes from recent meetings. It will also award the City Hall Training Room Basement remodel to American Construction Company for $490,000 with a 10% contingency, and authorize the purchase of two diesel emergency generators through a Sourcewell agreement. In closed session, staff will discuss workers’ compensation claims, potential litigation, and negotiate terms for the property at 695 W. 19th Street with Jamboree Housing.
- Closed session negotiation of APN 424‑211‑01 (695 W. 19th St.) with Jamboree Housing – price and terms under discussion
- Reject non‑responsive bid from Triangle DeCon Services for the training room remodel project
- Award $490,000 Public Works Agreement to American Construction Company for City Hall Training Room Basement remodel, plus $49,000 contingency
- Authorize Sourcewell Cooperative Agreement #092222‑CAT with Caterpillar Inc. for two diesel emergency generators
- Consent calendar: waive full reading of ordinances (25‑177) and adopt warrant resolution 25‑166
PARKS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
The Parks and Community Services Commission will elect a Chair, Vice Chair, and liaisons for the Senior and Fairview Park Steering committees. The body will also discuss providing feedback to the Police Department regarding future Park Ranger reports.
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair for a one-year term
- Appointment of Liaison to the Fairview Park Steering Committee
- Appointment of Senior Liaison
- Dialogue with Police Department regarding Park Ranger report feedback
- Approval of November 14, 2024 meeting minutes
PLANNING COMMISSION
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a residential project and two business permits. The body will also consider an appeal concerning the expiration of a cannabis storefront permit.
- Proposed 38 live/work residential units at 960 West 16th Street
- Amendment to Conditional Use Permit for Hydrant Pet Hotel at 776 West 17th Street
- Appeal of the expiration of a cannabis storefront permit for King's Crew at 1687 Orange Avenue
- Approval of January 27, 2025 unofficial meeting minutes
ARTS COMMISSION
The Arts Commission will consider appointing Danielle Hanson as the city's first Poet Laureate and reviewing the associated scope of work. The body will also review 12 art designs for the Utility Box Art Program and elect a Chair and Vice Chair.
- Appointment of Danielle Hanson as the first Poet Laureate
- Approval of 12 utility box art designs
- Election of Commission Chair and Vice Chair
- Approval of November 7, 2024 meeting minutes
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY*
The City Council will first hold a closed session to discuss a threat to security, potential litigation, and two real property negotiations (695 W. 19th Street with Jamboree Housing and 778 Shalimar Drive with Dominic Bulone). The regular meeting will then consider consent calendar items including acceptance of a LED lighting installation project at city parks, purchase of batting cages for $154,246, designation of a SCAG voting delegate, and approval of minutes and claims.
- Closed session: conference with real property negotiator for 695 W. 19th Street (Jamboree Housing) – price and terms
- Closed session: conference with real property negotiator for 778 Shalimar Drive (Dominic Bulone) – price and terms
- Acceptance of LED lighting installation at Jack Hammett Sports Complex, TeWinkle Athletic Complex, Costa Mesa Tennis Center, and Bark Park (Project No. 23-09)
- Authorization to purchase batting cage materials for TeWinkle Athletic Complex for $154,246 from The KYA Group
- Designation of Council Member Arlis Reynolds as voting delegate for SCAG 2025 Regional Conference
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY*
The City Council will consider adopting a resolution to temporarily suspend the prohibition on short-term rentals in Costa Mesa. Additionally, the Council will receive a staff presentation on the status of the Fairview Park Master Plan Update as part one of a two-part discussion.
- Resolution to temporarily suspend short-term rental prohibition
- Fairview Park Master Plan Update discussion – part one (overview of community outreach, ecological conditions, historical documentation, and resource assessments)
- Special closed session on threat to security and potential litigation (confidential)
PLANNING COMMISSION
The Costa Mesa Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to receive an informational presentation regarding updates to the city's Accessory Dwelling Unit provisions to align with recent state law changes. The meeting will also include the election of officers and the approval of unofficial meeting minutes from December 9, 2024.
- Public hearing on Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) provisions update
- Election of Planning Commission Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
- Approval of December 9, 2024 unofficial meeting minutes
- Tessa Update Presentation
- Departmental reports from Public Works and Development Services
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY*
The City Council and Housing Authority will meet to discuss city business, including a professional services agreement for city-owned facilities. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss four existing litigation cases.
- Professional Services Agreement of $299,693 to M. Arthur Gensler Jr. & Associates, Inc. for a facilities master plan
- Proposed 10% contingency of $29,970 for the facilities master plan project
- Mayor's appointments to Transportation Corridor Agencies and Orange County Vector Control District
- Authorization to reject claims from 37 individuals listed in Reading Folder 25-141
- Closed session conferences regarding litigation: Insight Psychology and Addiction, Inc. v. City of Costa Mesa; City of Costa Mesa v. Ohio House, LLC; City of Costa Mesa v. D’Alessio; and Moyer v. City of Costa Mesa