San Juan Capistrano public meetings in 2025
59 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Parks, Equestrian and Community Services Commission Meeting
The Parks, Equestrian and Community Services Commission will discuss accepting a donation from Larry Kramer for a memorial tree and plaque at Bonita Park. They will also vote on approving the minutes from the November 17, 2025 meeting. Public comments on non-agenda items will be heard.
- Donation from Larry Kramer for a memorial tree and plaque at Bonita Park
- Approval of November 17, 2025 meeting minutes
Design Review Committee Meeting
The Design Review Committee will consider a consolidated application for the French Hotel project at 31861-31871 Camino Capistrano. The project includes a 70-room boutique hotel, restoration of the Domingo Yorba and Casa Manuel Garcia Adobes, event space, valet parking, and related amenities. The committee will vote on Architectural Control, Conditional Use Permit, Tree Removal Permit, Sign Program, Grading Plan Modification, and Site Plan Review. The rest of the agenda is procedural (consent calendar with draft minutes, oral communications, and adjournment).
- French Hotel project: 70-room boutique hotel at 31861-31871 Camino Capistrano (APN 121-150-28,29,30).
- Restoration of Domingo Yorba and Casa Manuel Garcia Adobes for guest rooms and dining.
- Six permits under consideration: AC 22-002, CUP 22-001, TRP 22-005, SP 25-007, GPM 22-003, SPR 22-002.
- Applicant: 31861-31871 Camino Capistrano QOZB, LLC.
- Consent calendar includes approval of draft September 11, 2025, meeting minutes.
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed code amendment (CA 25-003) to add several new uses and remove some existing uses from the list of principal uses allowed in the Los Rios Specific Plan's Historic Commercial District, affecting portions of 31781 and 31791 Los Rios Street. The consent calendar includes approval of draft minutes and a General Plan conformity determination for vacating 1,974 square feet of public right-of-way at 26874 Old Mission Road.
- Public hearing on Code Amendment 25-003 to amend the Los Rios Specific Plan's allowed uses in the Historic Commercial District at 31781 and 31791 Los Rios Street (APNs 121-160-21, -20, -19, and portions of -17, -16).
- Consent item: General Plan conformity determination and CEQA exemption for vacation of 1,974 sq ft of public right-of-way at 26874 Old Mission Road.
- Approval of draft Planning Commission minutes from September 24, 2025.
Special Cultural Heritage Commission Meeting
The Cultural Heritage Commission will hold a public hearing on Site Plan Review 22-002 for the French Hotel, a proposed 70-room boutique hotel at 31861-31871 Camino Capistrano. The project includes restoring the Domingo Yorba and Casa Manuel Garcia Adobes. The commission will also consider approving the draft September 23, 2025 meeting minutes.
- Public hearing on Site Plan Review for French Hotel (70 rooms) with restoration of two adobes at 31861-31871 Camino Capistrano
- Determination of compatibility with historic landmarks including Don Juan Avila Adobe, El Adobe Restaurant, and Esslinger Building
- CEQA categorical exemption under Section 15332 (In-Fill Development)
- Consent calendar: approval of draft September 23, 2025 meeting minutes
City Council Meeting (Executive Session)
The City Council will convene an executive session to confer with legal counsel on three existing lawsuits: Action Sports Management Group v City, City v State Energy Commission, and Pacifica San Juan Community Association v City. The Council will also meet with real property negotiators regarding price and terms for three parcels on El Camino Real (portions of Historic Town Center Park) with San Juan Capistrano Performing Arts Center. Additionally, the Council will discuss initiation of litigation (1 item) and anticipated litigation (2 items).
- Action Sports Management Group, LLC dba The Ridland Group v City of San Juan Capistrano (Case No. 30-2025-01518977-CU-BC-CJC)
- City of San Juan Capistrano v. State of California Energy Commission, et al. (Case No. 30-2025-01507450-CU-WM-CJC)
- Pacifica San Juan Community Association v City of San Juan Capistrano (Case No. TC25-10392)
- Real property negotiation for 31796, 31872, 31882 El Camino Real (portions of Historic Town Center Park) with San Juan Capistrano Performing Arts Center
- Council to discuss initiation of litigation (1 item) and anticipated litigation (2 items)
City Council and Housing Authority Meeting
The City Council will hold a reorganization to select a new mayor and mayor pro tem. They will discuss initiating a study to rezone properties on Rancho Viejo Road from Industrial Park to Commercial Manufacturing, and re-initiate a study to convert the Capistrano Business Park into a residential community with up to 250 homes. An urgency ordinance adopting the 2025 California Building Standards Code is also on the agenda, along with several routine consent items.
- Study to rezone 30700 and 30800 Rancho Viejo Road (Swallows Creek/Fluidmaster) from Industrial Park to Commercial Manufacturing
- Re-initiation of General Plan Amendment to convert Capistrano Business Park (Paseo Espada/Calle Arroyo) into a residential community with up to 250 units
- Preliminary review of a coffee drive-through on a vacant lot adjacent to 25865 Stonehill Drive
- Urgency ordinance adopting 2025 California Building Standards Code (Title 24) with local amendments
- Policy to implement civil marriage services by the City Clerk
Parks, Equestrian and Community Services Commission Meeting
The Parks, Equestrian and Community Services Commission will hear an overview of the City Trail Signage and Connectivity Assessment under administrative items. They will also receive an update on the San Juan Capistrano Gymnasium Renovation. The consent calendar includes approval of the October 20, 2025 meeting minutes.
- Overview of City Trail Signage and Connectivity Assessment
- San Juan Capistrano Gymnasium Renovation Update
- Welcome of Belinda Deines as Public Works and Community Services Director
- Approval of Parks, Equestrian and Community Services Commission Minutes of October 20, 2025
City Council Meeting (Executive Session)
The City Council will hold an executive session to discuss real property negotiations for three parcels on El Camino Real (part of Historic Town Center Park) with the San Juan Capistrano Performing Arts Center, and to confer with legal counsel on three litigation matters, including a case involving Action Sports Management Group and a case against the State Energy Commission. No public decisions are expected during this closed session; the public business session follows at 5:00 p.m.
- Real property negotiations for 31796, 31872, 31882 El Camino Real (Historic Town Center Park) with San Juan Capistrano Performing Arts Center
- Existing litigation: Action Sports Management Group, LLC dba The Ridland Group v City of San Juan Capistrano
- Existing litigation: City of San Juan Capistrano v. State of California Energy Commission, et al.
- Conference with legal counsel on initiation of litigation (1 item) and anticipated litigation with significant exposure (2 items)
City Council and Housing Authority Meeting
The City Council will consider initiating a study (Code Amendment 25-004) to comprehensively revise municipal code Section 9-3.507 on antennas and wireless facilities to align with state and federal regulations. The consent calendar includes approval of minutes, check registers, facility rental fee waivers, contract amendments, and resolutions for the La Novia Avenue Bridge Replacement Project grant application and funding commitment. No public hearings are scheduled.
- Initiation of Code Amendment 25-004 to amend Section 9-3.507 (Antennas) for consistency with state and federal regulations
- Resolution authorizing application for Measure M2 Project O Grant funds for La Novia Avenue Bridge Replacement Project final design (CIP 24106)
- Resolution certifying city resources to fund La Novia Bridge Replacement Project for federal fiscal years 2026-27 through 2031-32
- Amendment No. 4 to maintenance services agreement with E. Stewart and Associates, Inc. for weed and rubbish abatement (waiver of competitive bidding, appropriation of funds)
- Soroptimist International of Capistrano Bay rental fee waiver request for use of Community Center Community Hall
City Council Meeting (Executive Session)
The City Council will convene in executive session to discuss real property negotiations for parcels on El Camino Real (Historic Town Center Park) and Don Juan Avenue, as well as existing and anticipated litigation. No public votes or decisions will be taken in this closed meeting. The regular public business session follows at 5:00 p.m.
- Real property negotiations for 31796, 31872, 31882 El Camino Real (portions of Historic Town Center Park) with San Juan Capistrano Performing Arts Center
- Real property negotiations for 31283-31297 Don Juan Avenue with C&C Development
- Existing litigation: City of San Juan Capistrano v. State of California Energy Commission (Case No. 30-2025-01507450-CU-WM-CJC)
- Existing litigation: Action Sports Management Group dba The Ridland Group v City of San Juan Capistrano (Case No. TC25-10347)
- Conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (2 items) and potential initiation of litigation (1 item)
City Council and Successor Agency Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing to continue consideration of a 48,235 sq. ft. performing arts center with 450 seats on city-owned Historic Town Center Park at 31872-31882 El Camino Real. They will also consider a proposed Chipotle restaurant with a drive-through at 31787 Del Obispo Street, a code amendment to expand retail uses in the Los Rios Historic Commercial District, and several consent items including an appeal of a zoning compliance review for a new home on La Matanza Street.
- Continued public hearing on Performing Arts Center project (48,235 sq. ft., 450 seats) at 31872-31882 El Camino Real
- Architectural control and conditional use permit for a Chipotle Mexican Grill with drive-through at 31787 Del Obispo Street
- Initiation of code amendment to broaden retail uses in the Los Rios Specific Plan Historic Commercial District
- Appeal of Planning Commission zoning compliance review for a 3,492 sq. ft. residence at 31491 La Matanza Street
- Donation from The Alliance for San Juan Art to wrap traffic signal controller boxes with historical images
Parks, Equestrian and Community Services Commission Meeting
The Parks, Equestrian and Community Services Commission will hear a presentation on the Summer 2025 Trolley Service and then vote on consent items including approval of September minutes. Two administrative items involve fee-related requests: a reduced rental fee and temporary rule change for Reata Park parking lot for RanchLife's annual Turkey Trot, and a rental fee waiver for Soroptimist International of Capistrano Bay to use the Community Center hall for monthly meetings.
- Adjusted Facility Rental Fee Request and temporary rule variation for Reata Park parking lot for RanchLife's Annual Turkey Trot on The Ranch event
- Soroptimist International of Capistrano Bay Rental Fee Waiver Request for monthly use of Community Center Community Hall
- Summer 2025 Trolley Service Recap presentation
- Approval of Parks, Equestrian and Community Services Commission minutes from September 15, 2025
- Public oral communications on non-agenda items
City Council Meeting (Executive Session)
The City Council will hold an executive session to confer with legal counsel on multiple legal matters, including existing litigation, anticipated litigation, and potential initiation of a lawsuit. They will also discuss real property negotiations for three El Camino Real properties with the San Juan Capistrano Performing Arts Center.
- Existing litigation: City of San Juan Capistrano v. State of California Energy Commission (Superior Court Case No. 30-2025-01507450-CU-WM-CJC)
- Anticipated litigation – significant exposure to litigation (4 items)
- Real property negotiations at 31796, 31872, 31882 El Camino Real (portions of Historic Town Center Park) with San Juan Capistrano Performing Arts Center
- Initiation of litigation (1 item)
City Council and Housing Authority Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing on an appeal of the Planning Commission's determination that a proposed 3,492-square-foot single-family residence at 31491 La Matanza Street complies with development standards. Also scheduled is a public hearing under TEFRA for financing facilities construction by St. Margaret of Scotland Episcopal School. The consent calendar includes adoption of code amendment 23-001 to rezone eight parcels in the El Camino Specific Plan, a change order for crosswalk improvements on Paseo Adelanto, and fee waivers for veterans events. The Housing Authority will approve minutes and financial reports.
- Public hearing on appeal of zoning compliance for new home at 31491 La Matanza Street
- Public hearing under TEFRA for financing facilities construction by St. Margaret of Scotland Episcopal School
- Adoption of code amendment 23-001 to rezone eight parcels in El Camino Specific Plan
- Change order with United Building & Development for Paseo Adelanto Crosswalk Improvements
- Feasibility of relocating veterans memorials from Calle Perfecto to Veterans Park
Planning Commission Meeting - (No Audio or Video Recording is Available)
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider several permits for a proposed Chipotle Mexican Grill restaurant at 31787 Del Obispo Street. The project includes a 2,366 sq. ft. single-story restaurant with a drive-through pick-up window and outdoor dining. The consent calendar includes approval of draft minutes from the August 27, 2025 meeting.
- Chipotle Mexican Grill project: 2,366 sq. ft. restaurant with drive-through at 31787 Del Obispo Street (APN 124-160-60)
- Public hearing on Architectural Control (AC 24-007), Conditional Use Permit (CUP 24-004), Discretionary Use Permit (DUP 23-001), and Sign Program (SP 24-042)
- Consent calendar: Approval of draft August 27, 2025 Planning Commission minutes
Cultural Heritage Commission Meeting
The Cultural Heritage Commission will hold a public hearing to consider whether a proposed Chipotle Mexican Grill at 31787 Del Obispo Street is physically and aesthetically compatible with the adjacent Blas Aguilar Adobe, a structure on the City’s Inventory of Historic and Cultural Landmarks and the National Register of Historic Places. The consent calendar includes approval of draft minutes from August 26, 2025. Other agenda items are procedural: call to order, roll call, oral communications, and adjournment.
- Public hearing on Chipotle Mexican Grill: 2,366 sq. ft. restaurant with 602 sq. ft. porte-cochere, drive-through pickup, outdoor dining on a 73,123 sq. ft. parcel at 31787 Del Obispo Street (APN 124-160-60)
- Compatibility review with Blas Aguilar Adobe under City Council Policy 603, Section 5
- Consent calendar: approval of August 26, 2025, Cultural Heritage Commission minutes
City Council Meeting (Executive Session)
The City Council is meeting in executive session to confer with legal counsel on two existing lawsuits (Root'n USA v. City and City v. State Energy Commission), discuss anticipated and potential litigation, and negotiate terms for real property at three addresses on El Camino Real for a performing arts center. No public decisions will be made during the closed session; the council will announce any actions taken and then adjourn to a public business session at 5 p.m.
- Existing litigation: Root'n USA Corporation v. City of San Juan Capistrano (Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-2025-01496208-CU-EI-CJC)
- Existing litigation: City of San Juan Capistrano v. State of California Energy Commission (Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-2025-01507450-CU-WM-CJC)
- Real property negotiation for 31796, 31872, 31882 El Camino Real (portions of Historic Town Center Park) with San Juan Capistrano Performing Arts Center
- Anticipated litigation (significant exposure, 3 items)
- Initiation of litigation discussion (2 items)
City Council and Successor Agency Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing to consider a final environmental impact report and multiple entitlements for the El Camino Specific Plan Amendment, which includes a mixed-use project with 95 apartments, a restaurant, and a fitness center, as well as a 48,235 sq ft performing arts center with 450 seats. The council also plans to award a contract for the Alipaz Street Rehabilitation Project and approve routine consent items. The Successor Agency will consider approval of minutes and financial reports.
- Public hearing on El Camino Specific Plan Amendment and mixed-use project (95 apartments, 3,865 sq ft restaurant, 3,100 sq ft fitness center) at 31878 Camino Capistrano
- Public hearing on Performing Arts Center project (48,235 sq ft, 450 seats) at 31872 and 31882 El Camino Real
- Award of contract to Hardy & Harper Inc. for Alipaz Street Rehabilitation Project (CIP 25101)
- License agreement with Pacifica San Juan Community Association for perimeter fence, gate, and pilasters at trail entrance on Paseo Tranquila
- Proclamation designating September 17-23, 2025 as Constitution Week
Parks, Equestrian and Community Services Commission Meeting
The commission will discuss and vote on two rental fee waiver requests: one from Veteran Strong USA for equestrian trailer parking at Reata Park during its second annual Veterans Day Ride to End Veteran Suicide, and one from American Legion Auxiliary Unit 721 for use of the Community Center meeting room for monthly meetings. The consent calendar includes approval of the August 18, 2025 meeting minutes.
- Rental fee waiver request from Veteran Strong USA for use of city property adjacent to Reata Park for equestrian trailer parking during Veterans Day Ride
- Rental fee waiver request from American Legion Auxiliary Unit 721 for use of San Juan Capistrano Community Center meeting room for monthly meetings
- Approval of August 18, 2025 Parks, Equestrian and Community Services Commission meeting minutes
Design Review Committee Meeting
The Design Review Committee will consider a discretionary use permit, architectural control, conditional use permit, and sign program for a proposed Chipotle Mexican Grill restaurant at 31787 Del Obispo Street. The project includes a 2,366-square-foot single-story restaurant with a porte-cochere, pick-up window, and outdoor seating. The committee will also vote on approving the draft July 10, 2025 meeting minutes.
- Consideration of DUP 23-001, AC 24-007, CUP 24-004, and SP 24-042 for Chipotle Mexican Grill at 31787 Del Obispo Street (APN: 124-160-60)
- Proposed 2,366 sq ft single-story restaurant with 602 sq ft porte-cochere, pick-up window, and outdoor seating on a 73,123 sq ft parcel
- Approval of draft minutes from July 10, 2025 Design Review Committee meeting
City Council Meeting (Executive Session)
The City Council will meet in executive session to discuss anticipated litigation, initiate litigation, and negotiate price and terms for a public right-of-way on San Juan Creek Road adjacent to the San Juan Hills Golf Club. No public decisions will be made during this session; actions will be announced afterward.
- Real property negotiation with San Juan Hills Golf Club for public right-of-way on north side of San Juan Creek Road (APNs 666-011-18, 27, 28)
- Conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation (1 item) under Gov. Code 54956.9(a),(d)(2)
- Conference with legal counsel regarding initiation of litigation (2 items) under Gov. Code 54956.9(d)(4)
- Meeting includes roll call, oral comments on closed session items, and adjournment to a public business session at 5:00 p.m.
City Council and Housing Authority Meeting
At this regular meeting, the City Council will hold a public hearing on Tentative Parcel Map 24-002 to subdivide a 15.32-acre property at 30700 Rancho Viejo Road into three parcels, with a CEQA categorical exemption finding. The consent calendar includes approval of meeting minutes, check registers, and a professional services agreement with WSP USA for biological monitoring at a mitigation site. An administrative item proposes a resolution to change parking restrictions on Paseo Adelanto. The Council will also discuss using city streetlight poles for banners celebrating the city's 250th anniversary.
- Public hearing: Tentative Parcel Map 24-002, Swallows Creek – subdivision of 15.32 acres at 30700 Rancho Viejo Road into three parcels
- Consent item: Professional Services Agreement with WSP USA, Inc. for biological monitoring of a 15-acre compensatory mitigation site within San Juan Creek
- Administrative item: Resolution to remove No Stopping/Parking and permit parking on portions of Paseo Adelanto
- Council action item: Use of city streetlight poles for banners associated with the 250th anniversary of the city
- Housing Authority: Approval of minutes, check registers, and cash/investments report for June 2025
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a Final Environmental Impact Report, code amendment, general plan amendment, and rezone for the El Camino Specific Plan Amendment. This includes a mixed-use project with 95 apartments, a 3,865 sq. ft. restaurant, and a 3,100 sq. ft. fitness center, plus a 48,235 sq. ft. performing arts center with 450 seats. The commission will also decide on a consent item involving the vacation of a portion of an equestrian easement on Calle Roberto.
- Public hearing for El Camino Specific Plan Amendment (CA 23-001, GPA 23-002, RZ 23-001) to expand the 1.68-acre specific plan to include a 5.61-acre area between 31806 El Camino Real and 31882 Camino Capistrano
- Consideration of the Forster & El Camino Mixed Use Project: 95 apartment units, restaurant, fitness center at 31878 Camino Capistrano (APNs 124-160-37, -51, -52)
- Consideration of the Performing Arts Center Project: approx. 48,235 sq. ft., 450 seats on city-owned Historic Town Center Park (31872 and 31882 El Camino Real)
- Recommendation to City Council to certify the EIR, adopt mitigation monitoring, and adopt CEQA findings
- Consent calendar: General Plan conformity determination for vacation of a portion of an equestrian easement on Calle Roberto (APNs 649-311-07, 09, etc.)
Cultural Heritage Commission Meeting
The commission will hold a public hearing on Site Plan Review 23-002 for a proposed 48,235 sq. ft., 450-seat Performing Arts Center on city-owned Historic Town Center Park at 31872 and 31882 El Camino Real. They will also consider the project's compatibility with historic landmarks and recommend whether the City Council should certify the Environmental Impact Report. The consent calendar includes approval of the June 24, 2025, meeting minutes.
- Public hearing on Site Plan Review 23-002 for a 48,235 sq. ft. Performing Arts Center with 450 seats at 31872 and 31882 El Camino Real (APNs 124-160-11 & -12)
- Determination of physical and aesthetic compatibility with structures on the Inventory of Historic Cultural Landmarks
- Recommendation to City Council to certify the EIR, adopt the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program, and adopt CEQA Findings of Fact
- Consent calendar: approval of Draft June 24, 2025, Cultural Heritage Commission Minutes
City Council Meeting (Executive Session)
This is an executive session agenda; no public votes will be taken. The City Council will confer with legal counsel on initiation of litigation (1 item) and anticipated litigation (4 items). It will also meet with real property negotiators to discuss price and terms for three parcels on El Camino Real (31796, 31872, 31882) with the San Juan Capistrano Performing Arts Center nonprofit.
- Conference with legal counsel on initiation of litigation (1 item)
- Conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation with significant exposure (4 items)
- Real property negotiation for 31796, 31872, 31882 El Camino Real (portions of Historic Town Center Park) with San Juan Capistrano Performing Arts Center
- Public business session adjourned to 5:00 p.m. same day
City Council and Successor Agency Meeting
The City Council will discuss initiating a General Plan Amendment, Rezone, and Code Amendment to study converting the Capistrano Business Park into a residential community with up to 225 units at specified addresses on Paseo Espada and Calle Arroyo. The council will also review Veterans Park Memorial concepts and authorize solicitation of construction bids. Routine items include approval of minutes, check registers, and a contract amendment for fish passage project plan check services.
- Initiation of GPA 25-001, RZ 25-001, and CA 25-002 to study conversion of Capistrano Business Park to 225 residential units at 27122-27136 Paseo Espada and 27121-27131 Calle Arroyo
- Veterans Park Memorial concepts and authorization to solicit construction bids
- First Amendment to agreement with CASTL, Inc. for Fish Passage Project Plan Check services
- Approval of check registers for May 16-29, 2025 ($300.50) and cash/investments report for May 2025
- Updated service provider list for temporary staffing services
Parks, Equestrian and Community Services Commission Meeting
The Parks, Equestrian and Community Services Commission will discuss and decide on naming a multi-use public trail located between Via Positiva and Camino del Avion. The agenda also includes approval of the July 21, 2025 meeting minutes and public oral communications.
- Naming of multi-use public trail between Via Positiva and Camino del Avion
- Approval of July 21, 2025 meeting minutes
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Tentative Parcel Map 24-002, the Swallow’s Creek Subdivision, which proposes to split a 15.32-acre parcel at 30700 Rancho Viejo Road into three lots. The commission will also consider a finding that the project is categorically exempt from CEQA review. Consent calendar items include approval of draft minutes from the July 23, 2025, meeting.
- Public hearing on Tentative Parcel Map 24-002 (Swallow’s Creek Subdivision) to divide 30700 Rancho Viejo Road into three parcels (11.18, 2.28, and 1.86 acres)
- CEQA categorical exemption finding under Section 15315
- Approval of draft Planning Commission minutes from July 23, 2025
City Council Meeting (Executive Session)
This is an executive session (closed to the public) of the San Juan Capistrano City Council. The council will discuss price and terms for two real estate negotiations: a public right-of-way adjacent to the San Juan Hills Golf Club and properties on Don Juan Avenue. It will also confer with legal counsel on anticipated and potential litigation.
- Real property negotiation with San Juan Hills Golf Club for public right-of-way on San Juan Creek Road (APNs 666-011-18, 27, 28)
- Real property negotiation with C&C Development for properties at 31283–31297 Don Juan Avenue (APNs 649-271-69 through 74)
- Conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (3 items) and initiation of litigation (1 item)
City Council and Housing Authority Meeting
The City Council will hold public hearings on weed abatement assessments for FY2025-26 and a review of an alcohol sales permit at the Tea House on Los Rios Street. Administrative items include a license agreement with Ecocenter for farming operations on city-owned land, authorization for a trail bridge across Trabuco Creek, and adoption of fire hazard severity zone maps. Consent items cover minutes, checks, financial reports, a position upgrade, license agreements for the TJ Meadows building, traffic signs, and a chamber funding agreement.
- Public hearing: 2025 Weed Abatement Assessments on property tax roll
- Public hearing: Review of Accessory Use Permit for alcohol sales at Tea House, 31731 Los Rios Street
- License agreement with Ecocenter (The Ecology Center) for farming on city-owned property at 31750 La Novia Avenue
- Authorization to apply to CPUC for Cal Trout to construct a multi-use trail bridge across Trabuco Creek
- Adoption of Fire Hazard Severity Zone maps and code amendment
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will decide on a zoning compliance review for a proposed 3,492-square-foot two-story single-family home at 31491 La Matanza Street. They will also consider a consent calendar item to approve a General Plan conformity determination for vacating a portion of a storm drain easement for St. Margaret's Episcopal School's expansion. No other public hearings or new business are scheduled.
- Zoning compliance review for new 3,492 sq ft single-family residence at 31491 La Matanza Street
- General Plan conformity determination for storm drain easement vacation for St. Margaret's Episcopal School expansion
- Approval of June 25, 2025 Planning Commission minutes
Parks, Equestrian and Community Services Commission Meeting
The Parks, Equestrian and Community Services Commission will receive an overview of the City Trail Signage and Connectivity Assessment. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from its June 16, 2025 regular meeting. Public comments on non-agenda items are invited during oral communications.
- Overview of City Trail Signage and Connectivity Assessment
- Approval of minutes from the June 16, 2025 regular meeting
- Public comments on city business not on the agenda
City Council Meeting (Executive Session)
This is an executive session agenda; no public votes or decisions will be taken. The City Council will meet privately to discuss real property negotiations for leasing the Rancho Mission Viejo Riding Park (30753 Avenida La Pata) to Premier Equisport Events LLC, and negotiations with The Ecology Center for properties at La Novia Avenue and San Juan Creek Road. The council will also confer with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (3 items) and initiation of litigation (1 item). Public comment is allowed only on closed session items before the session begins.
- Real property negotiation: lease of Rancho Mission Viejo Riding Park (30753 Avenida La Pata) with Premier Equisport Events LLC
- Real property negotiation: properties at La Novia Avenue and San Juan Creek Road with The Ecology Center (APNs 666-011-18, 666-011-20, 666-013-03/04/06, 666-042-10/11)
- Conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (3 items) under Gov. Code §54956.9(a),(d)(2)
- Conference with legal counsel on initiation of litigation (1 item) under Gov. Code §54956.9(d)(4)
City Council and Successor Agency Meeting
The City Council will continue a public hearing on adopting Fire Hazard Severity Zone maps and amending the municipal code, continued from June 17. Other action includes a proposed new restaurant and outdoor dining at 31791 Los Rios Street, ground lease for the Rancho Mission Viejo Riding Park, and an update on a downtown parking management study. The consent calendar covers routine approvals including check registers, cash reports, and a utility vehicle purchase for police.
- Continued public hearing on adopting Fire Hazard Severity Zone maps and amending Chapter 4-8 of the municipal code
- Continued hearing for accessory use permit and site plan review for a new 980 sq. ft. eating establishment at 31791 Los Rios Street
- Ground lease with Premier Equisport Events LLC for operation of the Rancho Mission Viejo Riding Park
- Update on Downtown Parking Management Study
- Funding agreement with San Juan Capistrano Chamber of Commerce
Design Review Committee Meeting
The committee will review two major projects: the Forster & El Camino Mixed Use Project at 31878 Camino Capistrano (covering architectural control, grading, sign program, and tree removal) and the Performing Arts Center Project at 31872 El Camino Real (covering architectural control, grading, and tree removal). Additionally, the committee will reorganize and select a chair and vice-chair. The consent calendar includes approval of the June 12, 2025 special meeting minutes.
- Reorganization of the Design Review Committee; selection of Chair and Vice-Chair
- Forster & El Camino Mixed Use Project: AC 23-001, GPM 23-013, SP 23-006, TRP 23-012 at 31878 Camino Capistrano
- Performing Arts Center Project: AC 23-004, GPM 23-012, TRP 23-015 at 31872 El Camino Real
- Approval of draft June 12, 2025 Special Design Review Committee Minutes (consent calendar)
- Oral communications for non-agenda items
Planning Commission Meeting
The commission will hold a public hearing on a Conditional Use Permit to convert the Regency movie theater at 26762 Verdugo Street into a live entertainment venue with an accessory eating and drinking establishment. They will also review the draft Seven-Year Capital Improvement Program for fiscal years 2025-2026 through 2031-2032 for General Plan consistency, and consider a zoning compliance review for a new 3,940-square-foot residence at 31491 La Matanza Street. The consent calendar includes approval of draft minutes from the June 11, 2025 meeting.
- Public hearing: Conditional Use Permit to convert Regency movie theater to live entertainment venue (26762 Verdugo Street)
- Review of draft Seven-Year Capital Improvement Program (FY 2025-26 through 2031-32)
- Zoning compliance review for new 3,940 sq ft residence at 31491 La Matanza Street
- Draft minutes from June 11, 2025 meeting (consent calendar)
Cultural Heritage Commission Meeting
The Cultural Heritage Commission will hold a regular meeting with largely procedural items, including approval of minutes from March and April 2025. The main substantive item is a verbal discussion about Historic Preservation Month activities for 2025. No public hearings or new business items are scheduled.
- Approval of draft March 25, 2025, Cultural Heritage Commission minutes
- Approval of draft April 22, 2025, Cultural Heritage Commission minutes
- Verbal discussion on Historic Preservation Month activities for 2025
City Council Meeting (Executive Session)
The City Council holds a closed executive session to discuss real property negotiations with The Ecology Center for land at La Novia Avenue and San Juan Creek Road, lease terms for the Rancho Mission Viejo Riding Park, and legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation and initiation of litigation. No public decisions are scheduled; the meeting adjourns to a public business session on July 15, 2025.
- Price and terms for property at northwest and northeast corners of La Novia Ave and San Juan Creek Rd (APNs 666-011-18 & 20, 666-013-03/04/06, 666-042-10/11) with The Ecology Center
- Lease negotiation for Rancho Mission Viejo Riding Park at 30753 Avenida La Pata with Action Sports Management Group
- Conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation – significant exposure (2 items)
- Conference with legal counsel on initiation of litigation (1 item)
- Meeting adjourned to July 15, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. for public business session
City Council and Successor Agency Meeting
The City Council will consider adopting the Fiscal Year 2025-26 operating and capital budget, including a seven-year capital improvement program and law enforcement contract. Public hearings are scheduled on a fire hazard severity zone map ordinance and landscape maintenance district assessments for multiple tracts. The council will also decide on several professional services agreements, including an EIR for the Legacy Ranch project and a license agreement with the Ecology Center for farming operations.
- Public hearing on ordinance adopting Fire Hazard Severity Zone maps per state law
- Public hearing on FY 2025-26 Landscape Maintenance District assessments for seven tracts
- Consent calendar: Professional Services Agreement with LSA Associates for Legacy Ranch EIR
- Administrative item: License agreement with Ecocenter Inc. for farming and recreation on city-owned land
- Administrative item: FY 2025-26 budget including City Hall construction appropriation and law enforcement contract
Parks, Equestrian and Community Services Commission Meeting
The Parks, Equestrian and Community Services Commission will meet to consider approving minutes from the previous meeting and discuss a proposal for Dogs on Leash Etiquette Signage for city parks. No other substantive business is listed on the agenda.
- Approval of Parks Commission minutes from May 19, 2025
- Discussion of Dogs on Leash Etiquette Signage for Parks
Design Review Committee Meeting
The Design Review Committee will consider two new business items: city monument signs for the Gateway and Camino Capistrano/Costco medians, and a conceptual rendering of a memorial monument at Veterans Park. The consent calendar includes approval of draft meeting minutes from February 27, 2025. Public oral communications are also scheduled.
- Review of City Monument Signs for Gateway and Camino Capistrano/Costco medians (Project Manager: Tom Toman)
- Review of Conceptual Rendering of Memorial Monument at Veterans Park (Project Manager: Tom Toman)
- Approval of draft February 27, 2025 Design Review Committee minutes
- Oral communications on non-agenda items
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will reorganize its leadership and appoint members to the Design Review Committee. The commission will also hold a public hearing regarding a request for a 1.5-acre organic farm on city-owned land.
- Selection of Planning Commission Chair and Vice-Chair
- Appointment of two commissioners to the Design Review Committee
- Public hearing for La Novia Farm Project at 31750 La Novia Avenue
City Council Meeting (Executive Session)
The City Council is holding an executive session to discuss real property negotiations and potential litigation. The main item is the lease of the Rancho Mission Viejo Riding Park at 30753 Avenida La Pata with Action Sports Management Group, LLC. The council will also discuss a separate property negotiation with San Juan Capistrano Golf Performance Center and confer with legal counsel on anticipated and possible litigation.
- Lease negotiation for Rancho Mission Viejo Riding Park at 30753 Avenida La Pata with Action Sports Management Group, LLC
- Negotiation for city-owned property at APN 125-172-17 and 664-172-01 near Avenida La Pata and Stallion Ridge with San Juan Capistrano Golf Performance Center
- Conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation (significant exposure)
- Conference with legal counsel regarding initiation of litigation (1 item)
- Public business session to follow at 5:00 p.m. in the same chamber
City Council and Housing Authority Meeting
The City Council will hold a continued public hearing for a new eating establishment at 31791 Los Rios Street, and consider a resolution opposing the Compass Battery Energy Storage Project within the city. Administrative items include awarding a construction contract for the Arterial Streets Pavement Rehabilitation Project to All American Asphalt. The consent calendar includes adoption of the 2025 CEQA guidelines and approval of a right of way contract with Caltrans for the Ortega Highway Widening Project.
- Continued public hearing for Accessory Use Permit 24-001 and related approvals for a 980 sq. ft. eating establishment with beer/wine sales at 31791 Los Rios Street
- Resolution opposing the Compass Battery Energy Storage Project proposed within the city
- Award of contract to All American Asphalt for construction of the Arterial Streets Pavement Rehabilitation Project (CIP 24108)
- Adoption of the 2025 Local Guidelines for Implementing the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
- Approval of right of way contract with Caltrans for the Ortega Highway Widening Project
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a grading plan modification and zone variance request to build a 1,930 sq ft single-family residence with an attached ADU and garage on a vacant lot at 31302 Andres Pico Road. The Commission will also reorganize by selecting a Chair, Vice-Chair, and appointing two members to the Design Review Committee. Consent items include approval of February meeting minutes and acceptance of an easement for the Arguello Way Beautification Project.
- Public hearing: Grading Plan Modification 24-014 and Zone Variance 24-002 for Ayres Residence at 31302 Andres Pico Road (new home, ADU, garage, retaining walls)
- Reorganization of Planning Commission: election of Chair and Vice-Chair, appointment to Design Review Committee
- Consent: Approval of draft minutes from February 26, 2025
- Consent: General Plan conformity determination for permanent easement from Capistrano Plaza LLC for Arguello Way Beautification Project (CIP 23102)
City Council Meeting (Executive Session)
The City Council will meet in executive session at 3:00 p.m. to discuss real property lease negotiations for the Rancho Mission Viejo Riding Park and properties near La Novia Avenue and San Juan Creek Road, as well as to confer with legal counsel on potential litigation. The public business session follows at 5:00 p.m.
- Closed session lease negotiation for Rancho Mission Viejo Riding Park (30753 Avenida La Pata) with Action Sports Management Group
- Closed session price/terms discussion for properties at La Novia Avenue and San Juan Creek Road with The Ecology Center
- Closed session with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (2 items) and initiation of litigation (1 item)
City Council and Successor Agency Meeting
The City Council will discuss the proposed operating budget for FY 2025-26 and a seven-year capital improvement program. They will also consider increasing penalties for illegal fireworks. The consent calendar includes routine approvals of minutes, financial reports, a staffing agreement amendment, a software contract, and assignment of road repair funds.
- Proposed Operating Budget for FY 2025-26 and Seven Year Capital Improvement Program (2025-2032)
- Consideration for increased penalties on illegal fireworks
- Amendment No. 1 to Professional Services Agreement with Jacob Green & Associates for interim staffing
- Software as a Service Agreement with Clariti Cloud USA, Inc., for permit and licensing software
- Resolution to assign Road Repair and Accountability Act funds to Arterial Streets Pavement Rehabilitation Project
Parks, Equestrian and Community Services Commission Meeting
The Parks, Equestrian and Community Services Commission will discuss a Special Events Update and consider approval of minutes from the April 21, 2025 regular meeting. The meeting otherwise consists of routine procedural items such as oral communications and staff remarks.
- Approval of minutes from the April 21, 2025 regular meeting
- Special Events Update (presentation and discussion)
City Council Meeting (Executive Session)
The City Council is meeting in executive session to discuss price and terms for negotiating the lease of the Rancho Mission Viejo Riding Park and two other real property transactions, as well as to confer with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation. No public votes are scheduled; any actions taken will be announced afterward.
- Negotiations on lease of Rancho Mission Viejo Riding Park (30753 Avenida La Pata) with Action Sports Management Group LLC
- Price and terms for property at 29943 Camino Capistrano (Swanner House) and APNs 121-050-18/21 (Northwest Open Space) with Legacy Ranch Partners LLC
- Public right-of-way negotiations adjacent to San Juan Hills Golf Club with Roberto Brutocao
- Conference with legal counsel on two items of anticipated litigation (significant exposure)
City Council and Housing Authority Meeting
The San Juan Capistrano City Council will review several administrative items, including a pavement rehabilitation project on Alipaz Street. The meeting also includes discussions regarding waste disposal, emergency shelter use, and environmental cleanup funding.
- Alipaz Street Pavement Rehabilitation Project plans and specifications
- Second Amendment to the 2009 Waste Disposal Agreement with the County of Orange
- Facility Use Agreement with The American National Red Cross for City Gymnasium use
- Application for funds from the Orange County Transportation Authority Tier 1 Environmental Cleanup Program
- Proclamation designating May 2025 through August 2025 as Drowning Prevention Awareness
Zoning Administrator Meeting
The Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing to consider Zone Variance ZV 25-001, a request to reduce the required front yard setback from 150 feet to 33 feet for a new single-family residence at 30401 Malaspina Road in the Residential/Agriculture district. The meeting also includes oral communications and procedural items.
- Public hearing on Zone Variance ZV 25-001 for a front yard setback reduction from 150 to 33 feet at 30401 Malaspina Road (APN 650-161-04), with a CEQA categorical exemption finding.
Cultural Heritage Commission Meeting
The Cultural Heritage Commission will consider approving March 2025 meeting minutes, reorganize with election of a chair and vice-chair, and hold a public hearing to determine whether a proposed three-story, 3,197-square-foot single-family residence with an 858-square-foot accessory dwelling unit at 31302 Andres Pico Road is physically and aesthetically compatible with the adjacent historic Durnford/Marco Forster House. Commissioners will also verbally discuss plans for Historic Preservation Month 2025 activities.
- Approval of draft March 25, 2025, Cultural Heritage Commission minutes
- Reorganization of the commission: selection of chair and vice-chair
- Public hearing on proposed 3,197 sq ft residence with 858 sq ft ADU on 0.09-acre vacant lot at 31302 Andres Pico Road, adjacent to the historic Durnford/Marco Forster House
- Verbal discussion on 2025 Historic Preservation Month activities
Parks, Equestrian and Community Services Commission Meeting
The Parks, Equestrian and Community Services Commission will reorganize by electing a chair and vice-chair. They will also discuss special events and public works/community services projects. The consent calendar includes approval of minutes from the February 24, 2025 meeting. Public oral communications are invited for items not on the agenda.
- Reorganization of commission: selection of chair and vice-chair
- Discussion of special events and public works/community services projects
- Approval of minutes from the February 24, 2025 regular meeting
City Council Meeting (Executive Session)
The City Council is holding a special executive session to discuss real property negotiations and potential litigation. No public votes are expected; any decisions will be announced after the closed session.
- Lease negotiations for Rancho Mission Viejo Riding Park at 30753 Avenida La Pata (southwest corner of Ortega Highway and Avenida La Pata) with Action Sports Management Group LLC
- Price and terms discussions for properties at 29943 Camino Capistrano (Roger Y. Williams Swanner House), 30291 Camino Capistrano, and APNs 121-050-18/121-050-21 (Northwest Open Space) with Legacy Ranch Partners LLC
- Conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation (significant exposure to litigation, 2 items)
City Council and Successor Agency Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing on an accessory use permit and site plan review for a proposed 980 sq. ft. eating establishment with outdoor dining and on-site beer and wine sales at 31791 Los Rios Street. The consent calendar includes routine approvals such as minutes, check registers, landscape maintenance district assessments for six tracts, a speed cushion policy amendment and installation on Avenida Pedregal, and a habitat restoration contract amendment. No administrative or council action items are listed.
- Public hearing: Accessory Use Permit 24-001 for a new eating establishment with beer/wine at 31791 Los Rios Street (980 sq. ft. building, 636 sq. ft. outdoor dining)
- Resolutions to initiate proceedings and set hearing dates for landscape maintenance district assessments for FY 2025-2026 (Mission Woods, Mission Springs, Seaview Estates, Los Corrales, Belford Terrace, Capistrano Royale)
- Amendment to City Council Policy No. 420 on speed cushions and a neighborhood request to install them on Avenida Pedregal between Del Obispo Street and Avenida Del Rosal
- Donation from San Juan Capistrano Rotary to purchase and plant two olive trees at Dr. Joe Cortese Dog Park for Earth Day 2025
- Amendment No. 1 to professional services agreement with ECORP Consulting for habitat restoration services with fund appropriation
City Council Meeting (Executive Session)
The City Council will hold an executive session at 3:00 PM to discuss the price and terms of a lease for the Rancho Mission Viejo Riding Park at 30753 Avenida La Pata with Action Sports Management Group. The council will also confer with legal counsel on three items of anticipated litigation and one item of potential litigation initiation. A public business session follows at 5:00 PM.
- Lease negotiation for Rancho Mission Viejo Riding Park at 30753 Avenida La Pata with The Ridland Group
- Conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (3 items) under Gov. Code § 54956.9(a)(d)(2)
- Conference with legal counsel on initiation of litigation (1 item) under Gov. Code § 54956.9(d)(4)
City Council and Housing Authority Meeting
The City Council will consider an ordinance amending Accessory Dwelling Unit regulations to comply with state law. Other consent items include a waiver of bidding for Serra Park playground equipment, approval of a second quarter financial report, and a check register. Under administrative items, the council will hold a hearing on a Type 48 alcohol license for Capo Cigar Lounge at 31952 Camino Capistrano. A council action item will discuss Senate Bill 79 on transit-oriented development.
- Ordinance (CA 24-007) amending Accessory Dwelling Unit regulations to align with state law
- Waiver of formal bidding and purchase of playground equipment for Serra Park (PlayPower LT Farmington)
- Public hearing on Type 48 alcohol license for Capo Cigar Lounge at 31952 Camino Capistrano
- Second quarter financial report and budget adjustments for fiscal year 2024-25
- Council discussion of Senate Bill 79 on transit-oriented development
Cultural Heritage Commission Meeting
The Cultural Heritage Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposal for a new 980 sq. ft. eating establishment with beer and wine sales at 31791 Los Rios Street (Cottage at River Street Ranch). The project requires an accessory use permit, site plan review, and administrative approval, along with a determination of compatibility with historic landmarks. The Commission will also verbally discuss activities for Historic Preservation Month 2025. Consent calendar items include approval of draft minutes from October 2024.
- Public hearing for Accessory Use Permit 24-001, Site Plan Review 24-002, and Administrative Approval 24-011 for a 980 sq. ft. structure with 345 sq. ft. porch and 636 sq. ft. outdoor dining area at 31791 Los Rios Street
- Proposed new eating establishment includes sale and on-site consumption of beer and wine
- Determination of physical and aesthetic compatibility with structures on the City's Inventory of Historic and Cultural Landmarks
- Verbal discussion on Historic Preservation Month activities for 2025
- Approval of draft minutes from October 22, 2024 Cultural Heritage Commission meeting
City Council Meeting (Executive Session)
The City Council will meet in executive session at 3:00 p.m. to discuss three items: lease negotiations for the Rancho Mission Viejo Riding Park at 30753 Avenida La Pata, negotiations for public right-of-way adjacent to San Juan Hills Golf Club, and anticipated litigation. The public session begins at 5:00 p.m. and will only include announcements of actions and adjournment.
- Lease negotiations for Rancho Mission Viejo Riding Park (30753 Avenida La Pata) with Action Sports Management Group LLC dba The Ridland Group
- Negotiations for public right-of-way on San Juan Creek Road adjacent to San Juan Hills Golf Club (APNs 666-011-18, 27, 28)
- Discussion of anticipated litigation (3 items) with legal counsel under Government Code Section 54956.9
- Open session at 5:00 p.m. is limited to organizational items and adjournment