Tustin, CA

Regular Meeting of the City Council/Closed Session-4:30 pm/Regular Meeting-6:00 pm

The regular City Council meeting scheduled for July 7, 2026, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held on July 21, 2026. No agenda items are up for discussion at this cancellation notice.

Investment SubCommittee 6-25-2026

The Investment Sub-Committee will consider two regular business items: approval of the minutes from the May 27, 2026 meeting, and review and acceptance of the May 2026 Investment Report presented by Chandler Asset Management. The agenda is otherwise procedural with public input and staff comments.

• Approval of minutes from the May 27, 2026 meeting
• Review and receive the May 2026 Investment Report from Chandler Asset Management
• Report indicates the City remains in full compliance with its Investment Policy and California Government Code

Public Art Commission

The commission will review and select an artist for a functional art bench at the Tustin Metrolink Station, the first public art project of the 2026–2027 fiscal year. They will also consider adopting the final draft of the Strategic Goals Summary and updating the Public Art Project Priority List for the fiscal year.

• Artist selection for a functional art bench at Tustin Metrolink Station (Item 4)
• Adoption of the 2026–2027 Strategic Goals Summary (Item 5)
• Potential approval of updates to the Public Art Project Priority List (Item 6)
• Open forum reports on Creative Placemaking, Community Collaboration, Fundraising Strategy, Sculpture Walk at Tustin Legacy Park, and Creative Signals (Item 7)
• Director's report on Concerts in the Park, Sunset Market, 250th Anniversary Commemoration, and CIP Update (Item 8)

The Public Art Commission approved a Call for Artists for a functional art park bench project (5-0) and selected the Tustin Metrolink Station as the preferred installation site, with Tustin Legacy Park/Bark Barracks as the alternate (5-0). The consent calendar, including April 2026 minutes, gifted public art, and correspondence, was also approved. Discussion on fiscal year 2026–2027 strategic priorities continued and will return for adoption in June.

• Approved consent calendar (minutes, gifted public art, correspondence) 5-0
• Approved Call for Artists with revisions for functional art park bench project 5-0
• Selected Tustin Metrolink Station as preferred bench location, Tustin Legacy Park/Bark Barracks as alternate 5-0

Regular Meeting of the City Council/Closed Session-4:30 pm/Regular Meeting-6:00 pm

The agenda includes terminating the local emergency from the Navy North Hangar fire, adopting SB1 and Measure M2 funding lists, vacating Enderle Center Drive, redesigning Legacy Park Phase 2, and entering an exclusive negotiating agreement for a 52-acre Tustin Legacy site. Closed session will discuss anticipated and existing litigation.

• Terminate local emergency related to Navy North Hangar fire (Item 4)
• Exclusive Negotiating Agreement with Tustin Legacy Mixed Use, LLC for 52-acre site (Item 9)
• Declare intent to vacate Enderle Center Drive and set public hearing (Item 7)
• Approve Amendment No. 2 to RIOS consultant agreement for Legacy Park Phase 2 redesign, $382,410 (Item 8)
• Office Lease Amendment No. 6 for 275 Centennial Way, extending term to June 30, 2031 (Item 10)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a continued public hearing on a city-initiated code amendment (CA 2026-0001) to update rules for accessory dwelling units and junior accessory dwelling units, aiming to align with state law. The commission will consider adopting Resolution 4544 to recommend Ordinance 1578 to the City Council. Additionally, Economic Development staff will present on key initiatives and programs. Consent calendar includes approval of meeting minutes from May 26, 2026.

• Continued public hearing on Code Amendment CA 2026-0001 (Ordinance 1578) updating ADU/JADU standards
• Recommendation to adopt Resolution 4544 for City Council adoption of updated ADU code
• Presentation by Economic Development Division on recent accomplishments and planned business support efforts
• Approval of minutes from the May 26, 2026 Planning Commission meeting

Regular Meeting of the City Council/Closed Session-4:30 pm/Regular Meeting-6:00 pm

The City Council will vote on the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget, a $123 million spending plan that maintains a 21% reserve. They will also receive a report on Tustin Legacy outreach and consider directing staff to start a competitive process for the South Hangar, including contingency options. Consent items include authorizing $1.8 million for the Columbus Tustin Gym HVAC project and calling the November 2026 general municipal election. Closed session covers litigation related to the Navy North Hangar fire and a pending lawsuit.

• Adoption of FY 2026-2027 budget with $123M in revenues/expenses and $22M reserve
• Tustin Legacy: direction to initiate competitive offering for South Hangar and discussions with Navy on Parcel 18
• Authorize $1,825,357 for Columbus Tustin Gym HVAC project via OMNIA Partners (Trane)
• Resolution to call and consolidate November 3, 2026 General Municipal Election (cost $108,629–$131,237)
• Closed session: litigation involving North Hangar fire, Onterris Response and Recovery lawsuit, and City Manager performance evaluation

The City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget and related resolutions, and called the November 3, 2026, General Municipal Election. The Council also directed staff to initiate a competitive process for the South Hangar and discussed hazardous material assessments following a nearby incident.

• Approved FY 2026-27 budget and GANN limit ($137.6M) (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 26-27 calling November 3, 2026, General Municipal Election (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 26-28 setting Candidate Statement regulations for 2026 election (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 26-24 authorizing $1.8M HVAC project for Columbus Tustin Gym (5-0)
• Directed staff to initiate competitive process for South Hangar and contingency options (5-0)
• Waived reading of all ordinances and resolutions on the agenda (5-0)
• Approved payroll ($1.2M) and demands ($4.0M) (5-0)
• No reportable action taken in closed session

Zoning Administrator Hearing

The Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing on a Conditional Use Permit (CUP 2026-0017) to establish a Master Sign Plan with deviations from Tustin City Code for the Irvine Company Apartments at Tustin Legacy. The project includes four addresses: 2280 Swaim Way, 16405 Compass Avenue, 2255 Swaim Way, and 2288 Airship Avenue. Staff recommends approval.

• Conditional Use Permit for a Master Sign Plan with code deviations for multifamily and retail signage at four Tustin Legacy locations
• Environmental review: Categorically Exempt under CEQA Section 15311 (Class 11 – Accessory Structures)
• Applicant: David Baab of Baab & Associates
• Staff recommendation: adopt ZAA 26-004 to approve CUP 2026-0017

Investment Sub-Committee Meeting

The Investment Sub-Committee will consider approving the minutes from the March 26, 2026 meeting and review the April 2026 investment report presented by Chandler Asset Management. The report covers the City's portfolio performance, economic conditions, and compliance with investment policy. This is a routine oversight meeting with no new policy items or public hearings.

• Approval of minutes from March 26, 2026 Investment Sub-Committee meeting
• Review and receive of April 2026 investment report by Chandler Asset Management

The Investment Sub-Committee received and filed the April 2026 investment report, which noted market activity and the City's compliance with investment policy. The meeting concluded with no further substantive decisions.

• Approved minutes from March 26, 2026 (2-0)
• Received and filed April 2026 investment report (2-0)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Tustin Planning Commission will consider a finding that the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Capital Improvement Program conforms to the General Plan, a prerequisite for City Council budget adoption. Due to an administrative error in public hearing notice, the commission will vote to continue a proposed code amendment on Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) to the June 9, 2026 meeting. The consent calendar includes approval of the May 12, 2026 meeting minutes.

• Adopt Resolution No. 4543 finding the FY 2026-2027 Capital Improvement Program conforms to the General Plan
• Continuation request for Code Amendment (CA) 2026-0001 to amend ADU and JADU regulations in Tustin City Code
• Approval of meeting minutes from May 12, 2026

The Planning Commission approved the upcoming fiscal year's Capital Improvement Program and its conformance with the General Plan. A request to amend code regarding accessory dwelling units was continued to a future meeting due to a notice error.

• Approved May 12, 2026 meeting minutes (3-0-2)
• Continued ADU and JADU code amendment CA 2026-0001 to June 9, 2026 (3-0-2)
• Adopted Resolution No. 4543 regarding Fiscal Year 2026-2027 CIP conformance (3-0-2)

Community Services Commission Meeting

The Tustin Community Services Commission will hear a presentation on the 250th Anniversary Commemoration, review recent special events (Community Yard Sale and Viva Tustin Celebration), and discuss involvement in upcoming summer events including the Street Fair & Chili Cook-Off, Concerts in the Park, Movies in the Park, and the 4th of July Celebration. The commission will also select park visit assignments and liaison assignments for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, and receive reports on park visits and liaisons.

• Presentation – Garrison De Vine – 250th Anniversary Commemoration
• Special Event Review: Community Yard Sale and Viva Tustin Celebration
• Summer Event Participation: Street Fair & Chili Cook-Off, Concerts in the Park, Movies in the Park, 4th of July Celebration
• Commission Park Visit Assignments for 2026-2027 Fiscal Year
• Community Services Commission Liaison Assignments for 2026-2027

The Community Services Commission approved input on three community events and participation in Viva Tustin and Memorial Day remembrance. The commission also voted to cancel the June regular meeting while keeping the July meeting on the calendar.

• Approved input on Bingo Night, Youth Track Meet, and Easter Celebration (4-0)
• Approved participation in Viva Tustin Celebration (4-0)
• Approved participation in Memorial Day Remembrance (4-0)
• Cancelled June 2026 regular meeting (4-0)
• Kept July 2026 regular meeting on the calendar (4-0)

Public Art Commission

The Tustin Public Art Commission will consider approving a Call for Artists for a functional art park bench project, select a preferred installation site, and adopt updated strategic priorities for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The meeting also includes routine consent items such as approval of the April 15, 2026 minutes and a report on gifted public art and correspondence.

• Approve Call for Artists for a functional art park bench project
• Select a preferred site for the Noblewins Big Bend bench installation
• Adopt 2026-2027 Fiscal Year Strategic Priorities
• Approve minutes from the April 15, 2026 regular meeting
• Receive and file report on gifted public art and correspondence

The Public Art Commission approved the purchase and installation of a Noblewins bench for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The location will be selected from the Tustin Legacy Sculpture Walk, Bark Barracks Dog Park, or Train Station. The commission also designated June 17 to attend Concerts in the Park for an art-related giveaway.

• Approved Noblewins bench installation (5-0)
• Designated June 17 for Concerts in the Park giveaway (5-0)
• Received and filed March 18, 2026, meeting minutes (5-0)

Regular Meeting of the City Council/Special Closed Session-5:30 pm/Regular Meeting-6:00 pm

The City Council will meet in closed session to discuss anticipated and existing litigation, including a case related to the Navy North Hangar fire. In regular session, the council will vote on a consent calendar including approval of payroll and demands, a new animal care agreement with Orange County, a construction contract for Legacy Park improvements, a security services extension, adoption of an e-bike ordinance, and an exclusive negotiating agreement with LPC West LP for development of Planning Area 10.

• Exclusive Negotiating Agreement with LPC West LP for an approximately 11-acre site in the Pacific Center East Specific Plan area, with a $250,000 good faith deposit
• Award construction contract to Superb Engineering for $625,150.04 for the Legacy Park Improvements Project
• Ratification of Payroll ($1,150,427.42) and Demands ($1,852,317.10)
• Approval of a five-year Agreement for Provisions of Orange County Animal Care Services, estimated $1.35 million for FY 2026-27
• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 1576 regulating e-bikes, bicycles, and other regulated mobility devices

The City Council approved a five-year agreement for animal care services and awarded a $625,150.04 construction contract for Legacy Park. The council also adopted an ordinance regulating e-bikes and mobility devices and authorized a negotiating agreement for an 11-acre site in the Pacific Center East area.

• Approved 5-year Orange County Animal Care Services agreement (5-0)
• Awarded $625,150.04 Legacy Park construction contract to Superb Engineering (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1576 regulating e-bikes, bicycles, and mobility devices
• Authorized Exclusive Negotiating Agreement with LPC West LP for 11-acre site
• Approved $1,150,427.42 in payroll and $1,852,317.10 in demands
• Approved 12-month security services extension with Securitas Security Services USA, Inc. up to $746,750
• Approved Amended National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Stormwater Permit Implementation Agreement
• Appointed Charlie Sarosy to Community Services Commission and reappointed three members to Public Art Commission

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to subdivide a 4.43-acre parcel at 1421, 1451, and 1481 Edinger Avenue into two parcels and amend the Pacific Center East Specific Plan's land use boundaries. The consent calendar includes approval of meeting minutes from April 28, 2026. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Public hearing on Tentative Parcel Map 2022-161/Subdivision 2026-0002 and Specific Plan Amendment 2025-0004 to subdivide one 4.43-acre parcel into two at 1421, 1451, and 1481 Edinger Avenue
• Specific plan boundary amendment to align Planning Areas 3 and 4 with proposed property line
• Environmental determination: Not subject to CEQA per Section 15061(B)(3) and 15315
• Applicant: Rob Guthrie, Guthrie Edinger, LLC, Irvine
• Recommendation to adopt Resolutions 4542 and 4541 recommending City Council approval of the specific plan amendment and tentative parcel map

The Planning Commission approved a request to subdivide a 4.43-acre property into two parcels and amend the Pacific Center East Specific Plan boundaries to align with the new property lines. No new development is proposed as part of this request.

• Approved meeting minutes for April 28, 2026 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 4542 recommending City Council approve Specific Plan Amendment 2025-0004 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 4541 recommending City Council approve Tentative Parcel Map 2022-161/Subdivision 2026-0002 (5-0)

Regular Meeting of the City Council/Special Closed Session-5:00 pm/Regular Meeting-6:00 pm

The City Council will hold a special closed session at 5:00 p.m. for anticipated litigation, including matters related to the Navy North Hangar fire, followed by a regular meeting at 6:00 p.m. The regular agenda includes the introduction of an ordinance to regulate e-bikes, bicycles, and mobility devices, and a resolution to continue the local emergency for the North Hangar fire. Other items include accepting the Camino Real Park playground renovation and approving an audit services agreement.

• Introduction of Ordinance No. 1576 regulating e-bikes, bicycles, and mobility devices
• Resolution 26-20 to continue local emergency for Navy North Hangar fire and hazardous material release
• Acceptance of Camino Real Park Phase 1 Playground Renovation at final cost of $486,979.04
• Agreement with Davis Farr LLP for independent audit services at $54,240 for FY ending June 30, 2026
• Ratification of payroll ($1,185,115.70) and demands ($2,278,564.66)

The City Council approved a resolution to continue the local emergency related to the Navy North Hangar fire and hazardous material release. They also approved an independent audit agreement with Davis Farr LLP and introduced an ordinance regulating e-bikes and bicycles.

• Approved Resolution 26-20 to continue local emergency (5-0)
• Approved independent audit agreement with Davis Farr LLP (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 1576 for e-bike and bicycle regulations (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 26-21 accepting Camino Real Park Phase 1 renovation (5-0)
• Waived reading of ordinances and resolutions (5-0)
• Approved April 21, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved payroll ($1.2M) and demands ($2.3M) (5-0)
• Pulled consent calendar items 8 and 9 for future discussion (5-0)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Tustin Planning Commission will discuss findings and recommendations from a city-initiated on-street parking study of the southwest Tustin neighborhood, and receive a report on the economic vitality of key industrial areas. The consent calendar includes approval of the March 24, 2026 meeting minutes.

• Approval of March 24, 2026 Planning Commission meeting minutes (consent calendar)
• Southwest Tustin Residential Parking Study – area bounded by Newport Ave, I-5, McFadden Ave, and western city boundary behind Williams St
• Economic Study of Key Industrial Areas conducted by Economic & Planning Systems (EPS) assessing market demands and land use requests

The Planning Commission approved the minutes from March 24, 2026, by a 4-0-1 vote. Two reports were received and filed: a parking study for southwest Tustin and an economic study of key industrial areas, with no formal decisions made on either. Public comment raised concerns about a local clinic and parking enforcement.

• Approved March 24, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0-1)
• Received and filed Southwest Tustin Residential Parking Study
• Received and filed Economic Study of Key Industrial Areas

Audit Commission Regular Meeting 4-23-26

The Audit Commission will hear a quarterly investment report from Chandler Asset Management and discuss the selection of an independent audit firm for the city's financial statements. Commissioners will vote to forward their recommendation to the City Council for a three-year contract with an optional two-year extension.

• Review of March 31, 2026 quarterly investment report presented by Chandler Asset Management
• Audit firm selection: discussion of proposals and vote to recommend a firm to City Council for a 3-year contract (plus 2-year option)
• Approval of minutes from January 22, 2026 regular meeting and April 9, 2026 special meeting

Regular Meeting of the City Council/Special Closed Session-5:30 pm/Regular Meeting-6:00 pm

The Tustin City Council will hold a public hearing on an $80 million bond to finance a 334-unit multifamily rental project at Tustin Legacy. Other actions include approving the 2026-27 Community Development Block Grant plan ($772,043), awarding a $6.3 million contract for Heideman School Park, and reinstating an exclusive negotiating agreement with CD-CW (Tustin) LLC for land at Tustin Legacy. The meeting also includes a closed session on litigation related to the North Hangar fire and a real property negotiation.

• Public hearing on conduit financing up to $80M for 334-unit USA Tustin Legacy 5 & 6 Apartments
• Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan for 2026-27 with $772,043 allocation
• Award of $6,324,767.70 construction contract to Horizons Construction for Heideman School Park
• Reinstatement of Exclusive Negotiating Agreement with CD-CW (Tustin) LLC for Disposition Area 8B with $300,000 extension deposit
• Closed session on anticipated litigation related to North Hangar fire and hazardous materials release

The City Council approved a construction contract for the Heideman School Park Project and authorized funding for the 2026-27 Community Development Block Grant. The council also approved conduit financing for a residential rental project and extended a negotiating agreement for land at Tustin Legacy.

• Awarded $6,324,767.70 construction contract for Heideman School Park Project to Horizons Construction Company Int'l Inc. (5-0)
• Appropriated $2,583,196 from Park Development Fund (Fund 131) for Heideman School Park Project (5-0)
• Approved $772,043 in Community Development Block Grant funding allocations for 2026-27 (5-0)
• Approved conduit financing not to exceed $80,000,000 for USA Tustin Legacy 5 & 6 Apartments Project
• Authorized reinstatement and amendment of Exclusive Negotiating Agreement with CD-CW (Tustin) LLC for Tustin Legacy land
• Approved payroll of $1,138,859.73 and demands of $3,914,794.08 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 26-18 amending the City's Records Retention Schedule
• Received and filed the 2025 Year in Review for Community Development (5-0)

Zoning Administrator Hearing

The Planning Commission will consider a master sign plan for Westcliff University at 15101 Red Hill Avenue. The meeting also includes a request to install an eight-foot-high fence at 15501 Pasadena Avenue.

• Conditional Use Permit for Westcliff University master sign plan at 15101 Red Hill Avenue
• Minor Adjustment for an eight-foot-high fence at 15501 Pasadena Avenue

Public Art Commission

The Public Art Commission will consider implementation of a functional art installation through procurement of a Noblewins bench, including preferred model, location, and artist selection process. Members will also discuss participation in summer events such as Concerts in the Park and Movies in the Park. The agenda includes approval of March 18 meeting minutes and routine reports.

• Discussion and direction on Noblewins bench project as next public art priority for 2025-2026 fiscal year
• Options for involvement in 2026 Concerts in the Park and Movies in the Park series
• Approval of March 18, 2026 regular meeting minutes
• Receive and file report on gifted public art (none received)
• Receive and file correspondence

The Public Art Commission approved the final design for the Tustin Family and Youth Center community engagement mural. The commission also approved the creation of a Micro Gallery Public Art Program pilot project in collaboration with the Tustin Unified School District.

• Elected Erin Bruner as Chairperson (5-0)
• Elected Medha Paliwal as Chair Pro Tem (5-0)
• Approved February 18, 2026, meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Tustin Family and Youth Center Community Engagement Mural concepts and renderings by Luis Barajas (5-0)
• Approved Micro Gallery Public Art Program, including expenditure and MOU (5-0)

Community Services Commission Meeting

The Commission will review and provide input on recent special events (Bingo Night, Youth Track Meet, Easter Egg Hunt) and approve details for participation in the Viva Tustin celebration (May 1) and Memorial Day Remembrance (May 25). They will also consider options for rescheduling regular meetings in June and July. The consent calendar includes approval of March 18 meeting minutes and correspondence.

• Approval of March 18, 2026 regular meeting minutes
• Review of Bingo Night, Youth Track Meet, and Easter Celebration & Egg Hunt
• Approve participation in Viva Tustin (May 1) and Memorial Day Remembrance (May 25)
• Consider options for June and July 2026 regular meetings
• Commissioner reports on park visits (Henderson, Wesson, Nakamoto, Shimomura)

The Community Services Commission elected Ken Henderson as Chairperson and Amy Nakamoto as Chair Pro Tem. The body approved participation in the Community Yard Sale and Viva Tustin Celebration.

• Elected Ken Henderson as Chairperson (3-0)
• Elected Amy Nakamoto as Chair Pro Tem (3-0)
• Approved participation in Community Yard Sale (3-0)
• Approved participation in Viva Tustin Celebration (3-0)
• Received and filed CPRS Conference review (3-0)
• Received and filed Consent Calendar (3-0)

Audit Commission Special Meeting

The Audit Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss procedures for reviewing proposals received in response to a Request for Proposal (RFP) for audit services. No decisions are scheduled; only discussion of the review process is on the agenda.

• Discussion of procedures to review proposals for audit services following the city's recent RFP

The Audit Commission unanimously decided to form an Ad-Hoc Committee to review proposals for audit services. Chair Lillyan Chandler and Commissioner John Wende were selected to serve on the committee, which will present recommendations at the next meeting on April 23, 2026.

• Unanimously appointed Ad-Hoc Committee to review audit proposals
• Selected Lillyan Chandler and John Wende to serve on the committee
• Committee to present recommendations at April 23, 2026 meeting

Regular Meeting of the City Council/Special Closed Session-5:15 pm/Regular Meeting-6:00 pm

The City Council will vote on a Purchase and Sale Agreement with CAZ LLC to sell city-owned property at 150 E. First Street for $2.2 million. They are also set to approve a $227,732 contract for a new Cisco Webex phone system and a Master Equity Lease Agreement with Enterprise Fleet Management. A closed session will discuss anticipated litigation, including a liability claim from The Center for Toxicology and Environmental Health related to the Navy hangar fire and hazardous materials release.

• Sale of city-owned property at 150 E. First Street to CAZ LLC for $2,200,000
• Contract with Logicalis for Cisco Webex Calling phone solution, $227,732
• Master Equity Lease Agreement with Enterprise Fleet Management for vehicle fleet
• Approval of mural design by artist Luis Barajas for Tustin Family and Youth Center, $15,000
• Closed session: litigation and liability claim concerning Navy hangar fire and hazardous materials

The City Council approved eight consent calendar items, including a $2.2 million sale of city-owned land at 150 E. First Street to CAZ LLC, a fleet leasing agreement with Enterprise Fleet Management, a mural design for the Tustin Family and Youth Center, and a Cisco Webex phone system upgrade. Three items were pulled for separate votes and all passed 5-0. A closed session prior to the regular meeting resulted in no reportable action.

• Approved Purchase and Sale Agreement with CAZ LLC for 150 E. First Street ($2.2M) (5-0)
• Approved Master Equity Lease Agreement with Enterprise Fleet Management (5-0)
• Approved Tustin Family and Youth Center mural design by artist Luis Barajas (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 26-17 for Cisco Webex phone solution with Logicalis ($227,732) (5-0 via consent)
• Approved consent calendar items 1-3, 5, 6, and 9 as recommended by staff (5-0)
• Received and filed 2025 Historic and Cultural Resources Advisor Annual Report and 2026 Work Program (consent)
• Received and filed 2024-2025 Certified Local Government Annual Report (consent)
• Ratified payroll ($1,156,955.68) and demands ($9,225,527.34) (consent)

Investment Sub-Committee Meeting

The Investment Sub-Committee will consider two routine items: approving the minutes from its February 19, 2026 meeting, and receiving and filing the February 2026 investment report presented by Chandler Asset Management. No rezonings, contracts, or policy changes are on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from the February 19, 2026 meeting
• Review and receive the February 2026 investment report from Chandler Asset Management

The Investment Sub-Committee approved the minutes from the February 19, 2026 meeting and received the February 2026 investment report. The report noted the City's compliance with investment policy and adequate liquidity.

• Approved February 19, 2026 minutes (2-0)
• Received and filed February 2026 investment report (2-0)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will reorganize by electing a new chairperson and chairperson pro tem. It will also approve minutes from March 10, 2026, and receive reports on the 2024–2025 historic preservation annual report and the Community Development Department's 2025 year in review.

• Election of new Chairperson and Chairperson Pro Tem for 2026
• Approval of 2024–2025 Certified Local Government Annual Report on historic preservation activities
• Receipt of Community Development Department's 2025 Year in Review summarizing key programs and activities

The Planning Commission elected Amy Mason as Chairperson and Kozak as Chairperson Pro Tem. The body approved the March 10 meeting minutes and directed staff to forward the 2024-2025 Certified Local Government Annual Report to the City Council.

• Elected Amy Mason as Chairperson (4-0-1)
• Elected Kozak as Chairperson Pro Tem (4-0-1)
• Approved March 10, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0-1)
• Directed staff to forward CLG Annual Report to City Council (4-0-1)

Public Art Commission

The Public Art Commission will consider approving the final design concept for a community engagement mural at the Tustin Family and Youth Center, created by artist Luis Barajas. They will also discuss a proposed Micro Gallery Public Art Program pilot in collaboration with the Tustin Unified School District, including authorization of up to $4,000 from the Public Art Fund for one micro gallery. Consent calendar items include approval of February 18 meeting minutes and receiving reports of no gifted art or correspondence.

• Review and approval of final mural concept by Luis Barajas for Tustin Family and Youth Center wall mural
• Discussion of Micro Gallery Public Art Program pilot with Tustin Unified School District
• Potential authorization of up to $4,000 expenditure from Public Art Fund for micro gallery construction
• Approval of February 18, 2026 regular meeting minutes (consent calendar)
• Receive and file reports: no gifted public art received, no correspondence received in March

The Public Art Commission approved participating in the Easter Celebration and Egg Hunt and approved the Artist Submission Evaluation Form. The group also received and filed the Parks and Recreation Annual Report and the January meeting minutes.

• Approved participation at Easter Celebration and Egg Hunt (4-0)
• Approved Artist Submission Evaluation Form (4-0)
• Received and filed Parks and Recreation Annual Report (4-0)
• Received and filed January 21, 2026, meeting minutes (4-0)

Community Services Commission Meeting

The Community Services Commission will consider approving details of its participation in the Community Yard Sale on April 11 and the Viva Tustin Celebration on May 1. Commissioners will also receive a presentation on the Tustin Today redesign and spring registration, review the recent CPRS Conference, and hear park visit and liaison reports. The consent calendar includes approval of the February 18 meeting minutes and correspondence.

• Presentation on Tustin Today Redesign and Spring Registration
• Approval of February 18, 2026 regular meeting minutes
• Review of the 2026 California Parks and Recreation Society Conference
• Commission participation in Community Yard Sale (April 11) and Viva Tustin Celebration (May 1)
• Commissioner park visit reports (Camino Real, Centennial, McFadden Pasadena, Veterans Sports, Citrus Ranch, Laurel Glen, Pioneer Road, Columbus Tustin, Peppertree, Pine Tree, Bark Barracks, Cedar Grove, Heritage, Tustin Sports)

The Community Services Commission voted 4-0 to approve commissioner participation in Bingo Night, Youth Track Meet, and the Easter Celebration and Egg Hunt. The commission also received and filed the 2025 Parks and Recreation Annual Report, approved input on the Smooches 'n' Pooches special event, and received the CPRS Conference 2026 schedule. All votes were unanimous with Commissioner Greg LeFever absent.

• Approved consent calendar including January 21 meeting minutes and correspondence (4-0)
• Received and filed Parks & Recreation Annual Report (4-0)
• Approved commission input on Smooches 'n' Pooches event (4-0)
• Received and filed CPRS Conference 2026 schedule (4-0)
• Approved commissioner spring event participation in Bingo Night, Youth Track Meet, and Easter Celebration (4-0)

Regular Meeting of the City Council/Special Closed Session-5:30 pm/Regular Meeting-6:00 pm

The Tustin City Council will hold a closed session at 5:30 p.m. to discuss anticipated litigation and a liability claim related to the Navy North Hangar fire, followed by a regular meeting at 6:00 p.m. The council will vote on a Waste Infrastructure System Enterprise Agreement with Orange County that sets landfill disposal rates for 10 years (renewable for 10 more) and may affect residential and business trash bills. Other notable items include a $1,005,980 cybersecurity contract, a $1,588,417.90 pavement maintenance and sidewalk repair contract, purchase of six police vehicles for $372,589.16, and continuation of the local emergency from the North Hangar fire.

• Continue local emergency from November 2023 Navy North Hangar fire (Resolution 26-12)
• Approve $1,005,980 contract with Tec-Refresh, Inc. for Palo Alto Cybersecurity Suite
• Authorize purchase of six 2026 Dodge Durango pursuit-rated police vehicles for $372,589.16
• Award $1,588,417.90 construction contract to Sequel Contractors Inc. for annual pavement and sidewalk repair
• Approve 10-year Waste Infrastructure System Enterprise Agreement with Orange County for solid waste disposal rates

The City Council awarded a construction contract for annual pavement and sidewalk repairs and approved a new waste disposal agreement with Orange County. The council also authorized a cybersecurity suite and the purchase of six police vehicles. Additionally, an ordinance was adopted to implement housing programs and clarify short-term rental prohibitions.

• Awarded $1,588,417.90 contract to Sequel Contractors, Inc. for pavement and sidewalk repairs (5-0)
• Approved Waste Infrastructure System Enterprise Agreement with County of Orange (4-1)
• Approved $1,005,980 contract with Tec-Refresh, Inc. for Palo Alto Cybersecurity Suite
• Approved $372,589.16 purchase of six 2026 Dodge Durango police vehicles
• Adopted Resolution 26-12 to continue local emergency for Navy North Hangar fire
• Approved $282,700 for Columbus Tustin Gym patio cover project
• Approved plans and authorized bids for Legacy Park Improvement Project
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1574 regarding housing programs and short-term rental prohibitions

Planning Commission Meeting

The Tustin Planning Commission will consider adopting the 2026 Historic and Cultural Resources Advisor (HCRA) Work Program and receive and file the 2025 General Plan Annual Progress Report, which includes Housing Element progress. No public hearings are scheduled. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public input on non-agenda items.

• Approval of February 24, 2026 meeting minutes (consent calendar)
• Receive and file 2025 General Plan Annual Progress Report, including Housing Element progress toward Regional Housing Needs Allocation
• Consider adopting Resolution No. 4540 for the 2026 HCRA Work Program, forwarding to City Council

The Planning Commission approved the February 24, 2026 meeting minutes and adopted Resolution No. 4540 for the 2026 Historic and Cultural Resources Advisor Work Program. Staff provided updates on the Families Forward project and the skilled nursing facility at Yorba Street and Irvine Boulevard.

• Approved February 24, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0-1)
• Adopted Resolution No. 4540 for 2026 HCRA Work Program (4-0-1)
• Received and filed 2025 General Plan Annual Progress Report
• Confirmed Families Forward project is entitled and in building plan check
• Confirmed skilled nursing facility at Yorba Street and Irvine Boulevard is entitled

Regular Meeting of the City Council/Special Closed Session-5:00 pm/Regular Meeting-6:00 pm

The City Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance No. 1574, which updates the land use code to implement Housing Element programs, clarifies the prohibition on short-term rentals, and makes technical corrections. The council will also consider approving plans and authorizing bids for Heideman School Park ($7.7M estimated cost, $5M grant), and select a redesign for the Armstrong Avenue Pedestrian Bridge. Prior to the regular meeting, a closed session will discuss anticipated litigation, a liability claim, and real property negotiations including 150 E. First Street and multiple parcels with ALMQUIST Development & DJM Capital Partners.

• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 1574 (Code Amendment 2025-0002) amending Article 9 (Land Use) to implement Housing Element programs, define short-term rental prohibition, and correct technical provisions
• Approve plans and authorize advertisement for bids for Heideman School Park (CIP 20089); engineer's estimate $7,700,000 with $5 million Proposition 68 grant
• Approve design Alternative No. 2 for Armstrong Avenue Pedestrian Bridge
• Ratify payroll ($1,167,287.72) and demands ($3,216,103.45)
• Closed session: litigation (6 cases), liability claim by The Center for Toxicology and Environmental Health, and property negotiations for 150 E. First Street (CAZ, LLC) and multiple APNs (ALMQUIST Development & DJM Capital Partners)

The City Council approved plans and specifications for the Heideman School Park project (Resolution 26-07), authorizing advertisement for bids on the $7.7 million project. It also approved Alternative 2 for the Armstrong Avenue Pedestrian Bridge redesign (4-1) and introduced first reading of Ordinance 1574, which clarifies the city's prohibition on short-term rentals and implements Housing Element programs. The closed session resulted in no reportable action.

• Approved Heideman School Park plans and authorized bid advertisement (5-0)
• Approved Armstrong Avenue Pedestrian Bridge redesign Alternative 2 (4-1; Council Member Fink dissented)
• Introduced first reading of Ordinance 1574 for code streamlining, short-term rental clarification, and housing element updates (5-0)
• Declared surplus computer equipment and authorized disposal
• Approved payroll of $1,167,287.72 and demands of $3,216,103.45 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of the February 17, 2026 meetings (5-0)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a variance application (VAR 2025-0002) to allow a sports netting system up to 20 feet tall at 13751 and 13841 Red Hill Avenue, exceeding the 6-foot-8-inch code limit. The commission will also vote on approving the January 27, 2026 meeting minutes as part of the consent calendar. No other regular business is listed.

• Variance request to install a 20-foot sports netting system behind a 6-foot CMU wall at 13751 and 13841 Red Hill Avenue (APNs 500-141-09 & -10)
• Applicant: Meritage Homes of California, Inc.; property within the Red Hill Avenue Specific Plan
• Recommendation: adopt Resolution No. 4539 approving the variance from Tustin City Code Section 9271(i)(1)(a)
• Consent calendar: approval of meeting minutes from January 27, 2026

The Planning Commission approved a variance to allow a 20-foot sports netting system at 13751 and 13841 Red Hill Avenue. The 4-0-1 vote adopted Resolution No. 4539, permitting the structure to exceed the city's six-foot-eight-inch wall height limit.

• Approved meeting minutes for January 27, 2026 (4-0-1)
• Approved Resolution No. 4539 for sports netting variance (4-0-1)
• Variance allows 20-foot netting system at 13751/13841 Red Hill Ave
• Variance exempts project from further CEQA review