{
 "city": "Costa Mesa",
 "state": "CA",
 "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/costamesa/",
 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
 "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
 "generated": "2026-08-20",
 "upcoming": [],
 "recent": [
  {
   "date": "2026-08-18",
   "body": "REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY*",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": null,
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://costamesa.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=1439&GID=839&G=5247A5EF-DEC8-4683-BF5A-81EAA9A32B09"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-17",
   "body": "PLANNING COMMISSION",
   "headline": "Planning Commission to recommend adding housing sites to General Plan",
   "summary": "The Costa Mesa Planning Commission will hold a special meeting to consider a resolution recommending the City Council approve a General Plan Amendment to add additional housing element sites to the Sixth Cycle Housing Element (2021-2029). The commission will also hold a study session on proposed zoning code amendments for multi-family residential and mixed-use design standards, and amendments to several specific plans. The meeting includes a consent calendar item to approve the July 27, 2026, minutes.",
   "agenda_url": "https://costamesa.legistar1.com/costamesa/meetings/2026/8/1437_A_PLANNING_COMMISSION_26-08-17_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://costamesa.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=1437&GID=839&G=5247A5EF-DEC8-4683-BF5A-81EAA9A32B09"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-13",
   "body": "PARKS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION",
   "headline": "Commission to consider memorial tree and bench donations at two parks",
   "summary": "The Parks and Community Services Commission will hold a regular meeting with routine consent items (minutes, department and park ranger reports) and monthly updates. Under new business, the commission will vote on accepting a memorial tree and plaque at Vista Park and will provide direction on a memorial bench and plaque at Fairview Park. An update on the new community garden location study is also on the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://costamesa.legistar1.com/costamesa/meetings/2026/8/1426_A_PARKS_AND_COMMUNITY_SERVICES_COMMISSION_26-08-13_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://costamesa.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=1426&GID=839&G=5247A5EF-DEC8-4683-BF5A-81EAA9A32B09"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-11",
   "body": "REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY*",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": null,
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://costamesa.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=1436&GID=839&G=5247A5EF-DEC8-4683-BF5A-81EAA9A32B09"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-10",
   "body": "PLANNING COMMISSION",
   "headline": "Planning Commission to recommend Fairview Center Specific Plan and Safety Element update",
   "summary": "The Costa Mesa Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two major items: the Fairview Developmental Center Specific Plan, which includes a recommendation to certify the Final Environmental Impact Report and amend the General Plan and Zoning Code for the 110-acre site at 2501 Harbor Boulevard, and a combined update to the Safety Element, Climate Action and Adaptation Plan, and Environmental Justice Policy. The Commission will also consider approving the July 27, 2026 meeting minutes. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as public comments and reports.",
   "agenda_url": "https://costamesa.legistar1.com/costamesa/meetings/2026/8/1434_A_PLANNING_COMMISSION_26-08-10_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://costamesa.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=1434&GID=839&G=5247A5EF-DEC8-4683-BF5A-81EAA9A32B09"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-06",
   "body": "ARTS COMMISSION",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": null,
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://costamesa.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=1433&GID=839&G=5247A5EF-DEC8-4683-BF5A-81EAA9A32B09"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-04",
   "body": "REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY*",
   "headline": "Council to vote on Avon River Apartments project and sidewalk repairs",
   "summary": "The Costa Mesa City Council will decide on agreements for the Avon River Apartments project at 1400 Bristol Street, contingent on HUD funding, and award a sidewalk repair contract for $237,600. They will also discuss zoning updates for non-residential uses and continue a fee schedule hearing.",
   "agenda_url": "https://costamesa.legistar1.com/costamesa/meetings/2026/8/1417_A_REGULAR_CITY_COUNCIL_AND_HOUSING_AUTHORITY__26-08-04_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://costamesa.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=1417&GID=839&G=5247A5EF-DEC8-4683-BF5A-81EAA9A32B09"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-04",
   "body": "REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY*",
   "headline": "Costa Mesa City Council to hold closed session on labor and legal matters",
   "summary": "The City Council and Housing Authority will meet in closed session to discuss labor negotiations and existing litigation. No public items are listed on this agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://costamesa.legistar1.com/costamesa/meetings/2026/8/1428_A_REGULAR_CITY_COUNCIL_AND_HOUSING_AUTHORITY__26-08-04_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://costamesa.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=1428&GID=839&G=5247A5EF-DEC8-4683-BF5A-81EAA9A32B09"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-27",
   "body": "PLANNING COMMISSION",
   "headline": "Planning Commission to review residential projects and city-wide policy updates",
   "summary": "The Planning Commission will consider two residential development projects and receive presentations on city policy updates. The body is also holding a study session regarding the Fairview Developmental Center Specific Plan.",
   "agenda_url": "https://costamesa.legistar1.com/costamesa/meetings/2026/7/1425_A_PLANNING_COMMISSION_26-07-27_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://costamesa.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=1425&GID=839&G=5247A5EF-DEC8-4683-BF5A-81EAA9A32B09"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-22",
   "body": "REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY*",
   "headline": "City Council to decide on placing Business License Reform measure on Nov. 2026 ballot",
   "summary": "The City Council will consider placing the 'Costa Mesa Fair Business License Reform, Small Business Protection Measure' on the November 3, 2026 ballot by adopting several resolutions. The council will also receive and file a report on a potential Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) measure. No other substantive decisions are on the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://costamesa.legistar1.com/costamesa/meetings/2026/7/1429_A_REGULAR_CITY_COUNCIL_AND_HOUSING_AUTHORITY__26-07-22_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://costamesa.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=1429&GID=839&G=5247A5EF-DEC8-4683-BF5A-81EAA9A32B09"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-21",
   "body": "REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY*",
   "headline": "Costa Mesa Council to consider shelter agreement and equipment purchase",
   "summary": "The City Council and Housing Authority will review a memorandum of understanding with the City of Irvine regarding shelter beds. The body is also considering the purchase of a new wheel loader and the acceptance of a citywide street rehabilitation project.",
   "agenda_url": "https://costamesa.legistar1.com/costamesa/meetings/2026/7/1416_A_REGULAR_CITY_COUNCIL_AND_HOUSING_AUTHORITY__26-07-21_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://costamesa.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=1416&GID=839&G=5247A5EF-DEC8-4683-BF5A-81EAA9A32B09"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-21",
   "body": "REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY*",
   "headline": "City Council to hold closed session on labor negotiations and litigation",
   "summary": "The City Council and Housing Authority will meet in closed session to discuss labor negotiations and legal matters. The meeting includes conferences with labor negotiators and legal counsel regarding existing and potential litigation.",
   "agenda_url": "https://costamesa.legistar1.com/costamesa/meetings/2026/7/1424_A_REGULAR_CITY_COUNCIL_AND_HOUSING_AUTHORITY__26-07-21_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://costamesa.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=1424&GID=839&G=5247A5EF-DEC8-4683-BF5A-81EAA9A32B09"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-14",
   "body": "REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY*",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": null,
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://costamesa.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=1419&GID=839&G=5247A5EF-DEC8-4683-BF5A-81EAA9A32B09"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-13",
   "body": "PLANNING COMMISSION",
   "headline": "Planning Commission to consider zoning updates and new amusement center",
   "summary": "The Planning Commission will review proposed updates to non-residential land use classifications in the municipal code. The body is also deciding on a conditional use permit for an indoor trampoline park and two right-of-way vacations.",
   "agenda_url": "https://costamesa.legistar1.com/costamesa/meetings/2026/7/1422_A_PLANNING_COMMISSION_26-07-13_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://costamesa.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=1422&GID=839&G=5247A5EF-DEC8-4683-BF5A-81EAA9A32B09"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-07",
   "body": "REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY*",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": null,
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://costamesa.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=1415&GID=839&G=5247A5EF-DEC8-4683-BF5A-81EAA9A32B09"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-06",
   "body": "PARKS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": null,
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://costamesa.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=1423&GID=839&G=5247A5EF-DEC8-4683-BF5A-81EAA9A32B09"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-02",
   "body": "ARTS COMMISSION",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": "https://costamesa.legistar1.com/costamesa/meetings/2026/7/1421_A_ARTS_COMMISSION_26-07-02_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://costamesa.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=1421&GID=839&G=5247A5EF-DEC8-4683-BF5A-81EAA9A32B09"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-22",
   "body": "PLANNING COMMISSION",
   "headline": "Planning Commission to consider zoning code update for commercial uses",
   "summary": "The Planning Commission will hold three public hearings: two requests for conditional use permits to allow alcohol sales at restaurants on Bristol Street (Three Eyed Tiger until midnight, Naisho Omakase and Highball Bar until 1:30 a.m.), and a proposed amendment to Title 13 of the Costa Mesa Municipal Code to update land use classifications and standards for various non-residential uses. The commission will also vote to approve minutes from previous meetings.",
   "agenda_url": "https://costamesa.legistar1.com/costamesa/meetings/2026/6/1386_A_PLANNING_COMMISSION_26-06-22_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://costamesa.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=1386&GID=839&G=5247A5EF-DEC8-4683-BF5A-81EAA9A32B09"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-16",
   "body": "REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY*",
   "headline": "Council meets in closed session for labor talks and lawsuits",
   "summary": "The City Council and Housing Authority will hold a closed session to discuss labor negotiations with four employee groups and review ongoing litigation, including cases involving Ohio House LLC and a personal injury lawsuit. No public action is scheduled for the open session.",
   "agenda_url": "https://costamesa.legistar1.com/costamesa/meetings/2026/6/1414_A_REGULAR_CITY_COUNCIL_AND_HOUSING_AUTHORITY__26-06-16_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://costamesa.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=1414&GID=839&G=5247A5EF-DEC8-4683-BF5A-81EAA9A32B09"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-16",
   "body": "REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY*",
   "headline": "Council to vote on $1.15M HVAC contract with Siemens",
   "summary": "The City Council will consider consent calendar items including a four-year HVAC maintenance agreement with Siemens Industry, Inc. for up to $1.15 million, acceptance of Lions Park Projects, and approval of a final map for a new tract at 960 West 16th Street. The meeting also includes proclamations for Pride Month and recognition of the Network for Homeless Solutions Team for housing over 500 individuals since 2019.",
   "agenda_url": "https://costamesa.legistar1.com/costamesa/meetings/2026/6/1397_A_REGULAR_CITY_COUNCIL_AND_HOUSING_AUTHORITY__26-06-16_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://costamesa.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=1397&GID=839&G=5247A5EF-DEC8-4683-BF5A-81EAA9A32B09"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-11",
   "body": "PARKS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION",
   "headline": "Parks Commission to vote on user fee hikes for FY 2026-27",
   "summary": "The Parks and Community Services Commission will consider and vote on proposed user fee increases for recreation and facility use, effective for Fiscal Year 2026-2027. They will also review and approve the annual commission report to City Council, finalize members for a new community garden location evaluation team, and discuss a potential community picnic day at Lions Park.",
   "agenda_url": "https://costamesa.legistar1.com/costamesa/meetings/2026/6/1400_A_PARKS_AND_COMMUNITY_SERVICES_COMMISSION_26-06-11_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://costamesa.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=1400&GID=839&G=5247A5EF-DEC8-4683-BF5A-81EAA9A32B09"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-09",
   "body": "REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY*",
   "headline": "Council discusses potential ballot initiatives for business and tax reform",
   "summary": "The City Council will hold a study session regarding two possible measures for the November 3, 2026, ballot. The discussion focuses on reforming business licenses and adjusting the Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT).",
   "agenda_url": "https://costamesa.legistar1.com/costamesa/meetings/2026/6/1411_A_REGULAR_CITY_COUNCIL_AND_HOUSING_AUTHORITY__26-06-09_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://costamesa.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=1411&GID=839&G=5247A5EF-DEC8-4683-BF5A-81EAA9A32B09"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-08",
   "body": "PLANNING COMMISSION",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": null,
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://costamesa.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=1385&GID=839&G=5247A5EF-DEC8-4683-BF5A-81EAA9A32B09"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-04",
   "body": "ARTS COMMISSION",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": "https://costamesa.legistar1.com/costamesa/meetings/2026/6/1402_A_ARTS_COMMISSION_26-06-04_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://costamesa.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=1402&GID=839&G=5247A5EF-DEC8-4683-BF5A-81EAA9A32B09"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-02",
   "body": "REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY*",
   "headline": "City Council calls for November 2026 election for mayor and three council seats",
   "summary": "The City Council will vote on calling a general municipal election for November 3, 2026, to elect a mayor (two-year term) and three council members (four-year terms). They will also consider approving road funding plans under Measure M and Senate Bill 1, along with several routine consent items.",
   "agenda_url": "https://costamesa.legistar1.com/costamesa/meetings/2026/6/1407_A_REGULAR_CITY_COUNCIL_AND_HOUSING_AUTHORITY__26-06-02_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://costamesa.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=1407&GID=839&G=5247A5EF-DEC8-4683-BF5A-81EAA9A32B09"
  }
 ]
}