La Puente public meetings in 2024
32 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council and Successor Agency Regular Meeting
The La Puente City Council and Successor Agency will hold a regular meeting with a consent calendar of routine items and a reorganization session to select a new mayor and mayor pro tem. No public hearings or new business are scheduled.
- Approve conceptual site plan for Veteran's Memorial Park at City Hall
- Approve $35,000 agreement with Pyro Spectaculars for July 3 fireworks display
- Approve professional services agreement with Goodwill Southern California for youth wrap-around services
- Adopt resolution setting regular meeting dates and times
- Release bonds and accept public improvements for Parcel Map No. 82347 at 658 Del Valle Avenue
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a minor use permit to allow a drive-through and outdoor seating for a new Starbucks restaurant, and will also consider site plan and design review for the 2,200-square-foot building at 877 North Hacienda Boulevard.
- Minor Use Permit No. 24-02 for a drive-through and outdoor seating at 877 N Hacienda Blvd (Starbucks)
- Site Plan and Design Review No. 24-58 for a new 2,200 sq ft restaurant building with signage at 877 N Hacienda Blvd
- Approve minutes of the October 15, 2024 special Planning Commission meeting
City Council and Successor Agency Special Closed Session and Regular Meeting
The La Puente City Council and Successor Agency will hold public hearings to consider adopting updates to the Community Safety Element and a new Environmental Justice Element as part of the General Plan. They will also vote on personnel policy changes, approve several contracts including a $335,376 citywide slurry seal project, and consider a resolution urging state action on homeowners insurance.
- Public hearing to adopt General Plan Amendment No. 23-01, updating the 2024 Community Safety Element
- Public hearing to adopt General Plan Amendment No. 23-02, the 2024 Environmental Justice Element
- Award of construction contract to American Asphalt South, Inc. for citywide slurry seal, $335,376.05
- Amendment No. 2 to catch basin cleaning agreement with Nationwide Environmental Services, $106,482.00
- Resolution requesting emergency regulatory action from the state to stabilize homeowners and commercial property insurance
City Council and Successor Agency Regular Meeting
The City Council and Successor Agency will discuss personnel policies for regular and at-will employees. The body will also review plans for the Veteran's Memorial Park and a proposed activity center at La Puente Park.
- Purchase of one new JLG T350 TOW-PRO Boom Lift from Stotz Equipment for $37,433.55
- Adoption of a Comprehensive Personnel Policy for Regular and At-Will Employees
- Acceptance of completion for asphalt repairs on Valley Boulevard
- Concept plan update for the Veteran's Memorial Park
- Floor plan discussion for the proposed activity center building at La Puente Park
Special Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a proposal to subdivide a parcel and construct five two-story detached condominium units. The body will also select a chair and vice-chairperson and review minutes from the September 3, 2024 meeting.
- Tentative Tract Map No. 83952 to subdivide 1059 Larimore Avenue into five units and one common lot
- Site Plan and Design Review Application No. 20-14 for five two-story detached condominium units at 1059 Larimore Avenue
- Selection of Chair and Vice-Chairperson
City Council and Successor Agency Regular Meeting
The La Puente City Council and Successor Agency will approve the minutes from the September 10 meeting and consider several resolutions. Key actions include amending the FY 2024‑25 budget and capital improvement program, authorizing bids for a citywide slurry seal project, and approving a parcel map and subdivision agreement for 15732 Cadwell Street. The council will also adopt a professional services agreement up to $40,000 for loan servicing and approve a warrant resolution.
- Adopt Resolution No. 24-5898 amending the FY 2024‑25 Budget and Capital Improvement Program
- Authorize bids for the Citywide Slurry Seal project for FY 2024‑25
- Approve Final Parcel Map No. 83479 and Subdivision Improvement Agreement for 15732 Cadwell Street
- Adopt Resolution No. 24-5899 and approve a loan‑servicing agreement with AmeriNational Community Services, LLC (up to $40,000)
- Approve Warrant Resolution No. 24-5897 (Warrant Register No. 1579)
City Council and Successor Agency Regular Meeting
The City Council and Successor Agency will meet to vote on several consent calendar items, including a zoning change for vacant land and infrastructure projects. The body will also receive a briefing from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department P.R.O.S. Team.
- Purchase order contract with CDW-G for $252,247.00 for audio and video equipment at City Hall
- Zoning change for two vacant parcels at Valley Boulevard and Old Valley Boulevard from Commercial-Manufacturing to Open Space
- Authorization to solicit bids for the Old Valley Boulevard Sewer Extension Project
- Acceptance of completion for the pedestrian hybrid signal (HAWK) at Hacienda Boulevard and Prichard Street
- Street Use Agreement with A5 Events/Students Run LA for a 5K/10K run
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review proposed updates to the city's Community Safety and Environmental Justice elements of the General Plan. The body will also consider a site plan for a restaurant remodel and a new office building on Glendora Avenue.
- General Plan Amendment No. 23-01: Updated 2024 Community Safety Element
- General Plan Amendment No. 23-02: New 2024 Environmental Justice Element
- Site Plan and Design Review No. 24-35: Remodel of 1,123 sq ft restaurant and construction of 1,223 sq ft two-story office building at 651 Glendora Avenue
City Council and Successor Agency Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing to change the land use and zone classification of two vacant parcels to open space. The body will also consider a construction contract for concrete slabs and foundations at the same location.
- Proposed General Plan Amendment No. 24-01 and Municipal Code Amendment No. 24-01 for parcels 8247-032-900 and 8247-032-024 at Valley Boulevard and Old Valley Boulevard
- Construction contract award to Towo Enterprise Inc. for $125,000.00 for concrete slabs and foundations
- Approval of Los Angeles County Flood Control District Transfer Agreement for the Safe, Clean Water Program (Measure W)
- Resolution No. 24-5892 to declare two city fleet vehicles as surplus for auction
- Resolution No. 24-5893 declaring December 2, 2024, as Employee Appreciation Day
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a resolution to approve a site plan and design review for a banquet facility. The proposal includes a new patio cover and changes to the parking lot and landscaping layout.
- Site Plan and Design Review No. 24-16 for 15900-15904 Old Valley Blvd and 301 N. Stimson Ave
- Approval of minutes from July 2, 2024, and July 16, 2024 meetings
City Council and Successor Agency Regular Meeting
The La Puente City Council and Successor Agency will meet to discuss city maintenance contracts, road repairs, and financial reports. The body will also consider the disbursement of community needs funds to local organizations.
- Maintenance Services Agreement with KSK Facilities Services for janitorial services not to exceed $269,820.00
- Purchase order contract with Onyx Paving Company for Valley Boulevard asphalt repairs for $52,065.00
- Commercial Lease Agreement for 137 N. Hudson Avenue, Unit B, City of Industry
- Professional Services Agreement with Global Urban Strategies, Inc. for Cal Home housing loan programs
- Discussion on funds for La Puente Valley Woman's Club and La Puente High School Runs LA program
Special Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider recommending that the City Council change the land use designation and zone classification for two vacant parcels. The proposal seeks to move the land from business and manufacturing use to public open space.
- General Plan Amendment No. 24-01: Change land use from Business Employment (BE) to Open Space-Public (OS-PU)
- Municipal Code Amendment No. 24-01: Change zone from Commercial-Manufacturing (CM) to Open Space (OS)
- Project location: Intersection of Valley Boulevard and Old Valley Boulevard
- Assessor’s Parcel Numbers: 8247-032-900 and 8247-032-024
- Proposed adoption of a Common Sense Exemption under State CEQA Guidelines
City Council and Successor Agency Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding proposed annual sewer levy reports for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. Members will also discuss building lease options for the IT Department, P.R.O.S. Team, and Guerreros Judo Club. A briefing from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department is also scheduled.
- Public hearing on FY 2024-2025 sewer capital and maintenance charge rates
- Discussion regarding building lease options for IT Department, P.R.O.S. Team, and Guerreros Judo Club
- Presentation of a proclamation for Parks Make Life Better Month
- Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department activity briefing
- Approval of Warrant Resolution No. 24-5888
Planning Commission
The Commission will review a request for a beer and wine license at an existing restaurant on Amar Road. They will also consider a recommendation to the City Council to change a vacant parcel's designation to open space.
- Conditional Use Permit No. 24-02: Sale of beer and wine at 13736 Amar Road
- General Plan Amendment No. 24-01: Change land use from Business Employment to Open Space-Public at Valley Boulevard and Old Valley Boulevard
- Municipal Code Amendment No. 24-01: Change zone from Commercial-Manufacturing to Open Space for APN 8247-032-900
City Council and Successor Agency Regular Meeting
The City Council will review a five-year contract with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department for municipal law enforcement services. The meeting also includes discussions on affordable pet care clinics and the awarding of thirty $500 education scholarships. Additionally, the council will adopt a list of road repair projects funded by SB1.
- Five-year law enforcement services agreement with LA County Sheriff’s Department
- Awarding thirty $500 education scholarships for the 2024-2025 academic year
- Adoption of FY 2024-2025 road repair projects funded by SB1
- Facilities Use Agreement between the City and St. Joseph School
- Update on La Puente/H.E.A.R.T. Affordable Pet Care Clinics
City Council and Successor Agency Special Meeting
The City Council and Successor Agency will review the proposed annual budget effective July 1, 2024. The meeting includes discussions on appropriation limits, personnel system amendments, and several city job descriptions.
- Approval of the FY 2024-2025 Proposed Budget
- Adoption of Resolution No. 24-5881 regarding the City's Gann Appropriation Limit
- Rescinding of Resolutions No. 24-5871 and 24-5850 concerning the personnel system
- Approval of job descriptions for Finance Manager, Community Outreach Program Supervisor, IT Technician, and Grants & Housing Analyst
City Council and Successor Agency Regular Meeting
The City Council will review several items including a new dog park and nature trails project. The meeting also includes discussions on upcoming municipal elections and regulations for fund disbursements during campaign periods.
- Resolution regarding city council fund disbursement limits during campaign periods
- Resolutions calling for the November 5, 2024, general municipal election
- Professional services agreement with Community Works Design Group for $129,730 for a dog park and nature trails
- Acceptance of completion for street improvements on various city streets FY 2022-23
- Presentation regarding City Information Technology (IT) activities
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a request to upgrade the alcohol license at 14286 Amar Road from beer and wine to general sales. The meeting also includes the installation of new commissioners Hernandez and Paz.
- Installation of new commissioners Hernandez and Paz
- Alcohol license upgrade for 'Amar A Market' at 14286 Amar Road
- Approval of May 7, 2024 meeting minutes
City Council and Successor Agency Regular Meeting
The City Council will consider a resolution regarding safe and sane fireworks sales for 2024. The meeting also includes discussions on amending the personnel system for part-time positions and a discussion regarding discretionary funds.
- Resolution No. 24-5870 designating entities permitted to sell safe and sane fireworks in 2024
- April 2024 Budget Report
- Resolution No. 24-5871 regarding the comprehensive personnel system for part-time positions
- Job description approval for the part-time Community Resources Specialist position
- Discussion regarding discretionary funds
City Council and Successor Agency Regular Meeting
The City Council will review several consent calendar items, including a municipal code amendment for paperless campaign disclosures. Other topics include participation in a local housing allocation program and a fireworks permit for Bassett High School.
- Ordinance No. 24-986: Electronic and paperless filing of campaign disclosure statements
- Resolution No. 24-5867: Participation in the Los Angeles Urban County Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program
- Resolution No. 24-5868: Fireworks permit for Bassett High School graduation on June 6, 2024
- License Agreement with Jesus Rodriguez for holiday sales at Valley Boulevard intersection
- Warrant Resolution No. 24-5866 approving Warrant Register No. 1571
Planning Commission
The La Puente Planning Commission will review requests for façade improvements at 785 North Hacienda Boulevard and 13905 Amar Road. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from the March 6, 2024 meeting.
- Façade improvements at 785 North Hacienda Boulevard
- Façade improvements at 13905 Amar Road
- Approval of March 6, 2024 meeting minutes
City Council and Successor Agency Special and Regular Meeting
The City Council will review several completed infrastructure projects and financial reports. They will also consider a new ordinance regarding electronic campaign filing and a $32,000 contract for park equipment.
- $32,000 contract with Mark's Welding Service for La Puente Park amphitheater and field nets
- Ordinance for electronic filing of campaign disclosure statements
- Notice of completion for improvements at eight crosswalk locations
- Notice of completion for concrete work at La Puente Park
- Notice of completion for RRFB installation on Old Valley Boulevard and First Street
City Council and Successor Agency Special Meeting
The La Puente City Council and Successor Agency will hold a special meeting on April 16, 2024. The agenda consists of a closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding an existing lawsuit.
- Conference with legal counsel regarding Lewis v. City of La Puente (Los Angeles Superior Court Case No. 21STCV18841)
City Council and Successor Agency Regular Meeting
The City Council will discuss the floor plan for the new Activity Center building at La Puente Park. The agenda also includes a resolution regarding the Middle East conflict and an ordinance amendment for bingo.
- Discussion of floor plan for proposed La Puente Park Activity Center
- Ordinance amending municipal code regarding Bingo
- $30,086.25 contract amendment for Drake Traffic Control Services Inc.
- Amendment to legal services agreement with Dapeer, Rosenblit & Litvak, LLP
- Resolution regarding the ongoing conflict in the Middle East
City Council and Successor Agency Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing to adopt a new schedule of fees and charges for various municipal activities. The agenda also includes a contract for dog kennel structures and the allocation of ARPA funds for pet care clinics.
- Public hearing to adopt a new schedule of fees and charges for municipal services
- $389,219.24 contract with Horizon Structures, LLC for modular dog kennel structures
- Allocation of $49,500 in ARPA funds from council members for affordable pet care clinics
- Introduction of an ordinance amending the city's bingo regulations
- Discussion regarding funding for the 365 Athletix Fitness Program at La Puente Park
City Council and Successor Agency Regular Meeting
The City Council will discuss solar speed feedback signs and receive a briefing from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department. The agenda includes approving a $27,472.50 agreement for a dog park and nature trails. Additionally, the council will consider selling three surplus city vehicles via auction.
- $27,472.50 agreement with Community Works Design Group for a dog park and nature trails
- Sale of three surplus vehicles from the city fleet via auction
- Presentation on solar speed feedback signs by Nextech Systems, Inc.
- Agreement with Event Sound Professionals for audio services at special events
- Proclamation of March 2024 as National Nutrition Month
Planning Commission
The commission will review permits for a new 2,400 square foot Starbucks restaurant at 1821 North Hacienda Boulevard. They will also consider building height variances and facade improvements at 831 North Hacienda Boulevard. Additionally, the City Attorney will provide an overview of campaign contribution regulations.
- New Starbucks restaurant with drive-through and outdoor seating at 1821 N. Hacienda Blvd
- Building height increase of 10% at 831 N. Hacienda Blvd
- Facade improvements and new signage for Northgate Market at 831 N. Hacienda Blvd
- Overview of the Levine Act and campaign contribution regulations
City Council and Successor Agency Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the adoption of the 2022 California Fire Code with local amendments. Other items include a new first-time homebuyer down payment assistance program and updates on non-compliant businesses.
- Public hearing for Ordinance No. 24-984 adopting the 2022 California Fire Code
- First-Time Homebuyer Down Payment Assistance Program utilizing PLHA funds
- Measure A allocation application through Los Angeles County Regional Park and Open Space District
- Street Use Agreement with La Puente National Little League for an opening day parade
- Amendment to the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Capital Improvement Program Budget
City Council and Successor Agency Special Meeting
The City Council and Successor Agency are convening a special strategic planning session. The meeting focuses on reviewing key issues, project opportunities, and unmet needs to compile city goals for 2024.
- Review and discussion of key issues and project opportunities
- Compilation of City of La Puente Goals for 2024
City Council and Successor Agency Special and Regular Meeting
The meeting includes a closed session regarding existing and anticipated litigation. In the regular session, the council will review items including park concrete work, personnel changes, and housing grant applications.
- $53,000 contract with Towo Enterprise Inc. for La Puente Park concrete work
- Addition of three full-time maintenance workers to the city's personnel system
- Application for the 2022 CalHome Homeownership Grant Program
- Change order for rapid flashing beacon installation on Old Valley Boulevard and First Street
- Amendment to agreement with Semper Anticus for market management
City Council and Successor Agency Special and Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold a closed session to consult legal counsel on existing litigation, then reconvene for routine financial approvals. New business includes introducing Ordinance No. 24-984, which adopts the 2022 California Fire Code with local amendments and sets a public hearing for February 27, 2024. Council members will also discuss Assembly Bill 734 on youth tackle football, community services programming, and the city’s business grant program.
- Closed session to confer with legal counsel on Lewis v. City of La Puente (Case No. 21STCV18841)
- Approval of Warrant Resolution No. 24-5846 and filing of October–December 2023 financial reports
- Introduction of Ordinance No. 24-984 adopting the 2022 California Fire Code; public hearing set for February 27, 2024
- Discussion on Assembly Bill 734 regarding youth tackle football
- Review of community services programming updates and the city’s business grant program
City Council and Successor Agency Regular Meeting
The City Council will consider the Community Development Block Grant Program for fiscal year 2024-25. The meeting also includes a contract award for new flashing beacons on Old Valley Boulevard and First Street.
- Public hearing for the FY 2024-25 Community Development Block Grant Program
- Construction contract for rectangular rapid flashing beacons at Old Valley Boulevard and First Street: $150,184.40
- First amendment to the City Attorney services agreement with Olivarez Madruga Law Organization, LLP
- Presentation of certificates to La Puente High School football varsity athletes
- Briefing from Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department P.R.O.S. Team