Highland public meetings in 2024

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider an appeal of Administrative Citation No. 15255 for land use violations involving unpermitted parking and storage of trucks and tractor-trailers at 27356 5th Street (APN 1201-301-16). Staff recommends upholding the citation. This item was continued from the November 19, 2024 meeting.

• Public hearing on appeal of citation for unpermitted truck parking/storage at 27356 5th Street cited to William Graham 1, LLC

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission/Appeals Board will hold a public hearing to consider William Graham 1 LLC’s appeal of Administrative Citation No. 15255. The citation concerns unpermitted parking and storage of semi‑trucks and tractor‑trailers at 27356 5th St., Parcel 1201‑301‑16. Staff recommends upholding the citation and adopting Resolution 2024‑, noting no fiscal impact beyond staff time.

• Public hearing on appeal of Administrative Citation No. 15255 for unpermitted truck parking/storage at 27356 5th St.
• Citation amount: $100 issued on October 01, 2024.
• Staff recommendation to uphold the citation and adopt Resolution 2024‑.
• Appeal submitted by William Graham 1 LLC; attorney representation noted.
• No fiscal impact other than staff time to research and prepare the report.

City Council

The City Council will consider extending the local emergency proclamation for the Line Fire and approving a $200,001 budget adjustment from general fund reserves for emergency preparedness and response. Other business includes appointing a mayor and mayor pro tem, swearing in new councilmembers, and a public hearing on Community Development Block Grant allocations.

• Budget adjustment of $200,001 from General Fund reserves for Line Fire emergency response (total $300,000)
• Extension of local emergency proclamation due to the Line Fire via Resolution
• 5% salary increase for Assistant Public Works Director effective Jan 1, 2025
• First Amendment to solid waste franchise agreement with Burrtec to incorporate SB 1383
• Public hearing on allocation of CDBG funds for Fiscal Year 2025/2026

City Council

The Highland City Council will administer the oath of office to newly appointed councilmembers and then appoint a mayor and mayor pro tem for 2024/2025. The council will also consider extending the local emergency declaration due to the Line Fire and approving a $200,001 budget adjustment for emergency preparedness. Other items include a public hearing on allocating Community Development Block Grant funds, a first amendment to the solid waste franchise agreement with Burrtec to comply with SB 1383, and various consent calendar items.

• Administer oath of office to newly appointed councilmembers Gregory Hogan (District 1), Penny Lilburn (District 3), and Larry McCallon (District 5)
• Appointment of mayor and mayor pro tem for 2024/2025
• Adopt Resolution No. 2024- reaffirming and extending the local emergency proclamation for the Line Fire
• Approve budget adjustment of $200,001 from General Fund reserves for emergency preparedness and response, bringing total to $300,000
• First Amendment to solid waste franchise agreement with Burrtec Waste Industries to incorporate Senate Bill 1383 requirements

Housing Authority

The Housing Authority will consider approval of minutes from the September 10, 2024 special meeting. No other substantive business items are on the agenda. The meeting includes call to order, roll call, and public comment.

• Approval of minutes from September 10, 2024 special meeting

Housing Authority

The Highland Housing Authority's agenda contains only one business item: approval of the minutes from the September 10, 2024 special meeting. No other decisions, proposals, or public hearings are scheduled. The meeting is largely procedural.

• Approve minutes of September 10, 2024 special meeting

Successor Agency

The Successor Agency to the Highland Redevelopment Agency will hold its regular meeting on December 10, 2024. The agenda includes a public comment period and a recommendation to approve the legislative minutes from the December 12, 2023 meeting. No other actions are listed on the agenda.

• Approve the Legislative Minutes from the December 12, 2023 meeting
• Public comment period (speakers limited to three minutes each)

Successor Agency

The Highland Successor Agency will hold a regular meeting with only one action item: approval of the minutes from the December 12, 2023 regular meeting. No other substantive business is scheduled. The meeting is largely procedural.

• Approve minutes of the December 12, 2023 Regular Meeting

Historic & Cultural Preservation Board

The Historic and Cultural Preservation Board will consider two consent‑calendar items to approve minutes from the August 15 and October 3, 2024 special meetings. Staff will brief the board on preparation for the 27th Annual Citrus Harvest Festival and request direction on key logistics. The board will also receive and file a staff report on Certificate of Appropriateness applications for properties within the Highland Historic District.

• Approve minutes from the August 15, 2024 Special Meeting
• Approve minutes from the October 3, 2024 Special Meeting
• Review and provide direction on logistics for the 27th Annual Citrus Harvest Festival
• Receive and file staff report on Certificate of Appropriateness applications in the Highland Historic District

Historic & Cultural Preservation Board

The Historic and Cultural Preservation Board will meet in special session to discuss preparations for the upcoming 27th Annual Citrus Harvest Festival and receive a status report on Certificate of Appropriateness applications in the Highland Historic District. The board will also consider approval of minutes from previous special meetings.

• Approve minutes from August 15 and October 3, 2024 special meetings
• Provide direction on key logistics for the 27th Annual Citrus Harvest Festival
• Receive and file staff report on status of Certificate of Appropriateness applications in the Highland Historic District

Planning Commission

The regular December 3, 2024 Planning Commission meeting has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting is December 17, 2024. The agenda contains only this cancellation notice and no substantive items.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a proposed auto repair shop and an appeal of a land use citation. The body will also review minutes from the October 1, 2024 meeting.

• Conditional Use Permit (CUP 23-001) and Design Review for a 4,800 square foot auto repair shop at 26503 Base Line
• Public hearing on the appeal of Administrative Citation No. 15255 regarding unpermitted parking and storage of trucks at 27356 5th St

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a proposed auto repair shop and an appeal of a land use citation. The body will also review minutes from a previous regular meeting.

• Conditional Use Permit (CUP 23-001) and Design Review (DRA 24-001) for a 4,800 square foot auto repair shop at 26503 Base Line
• Public hearing on the appeal of Administrative Citation No. 15255 for unpermitted truck parking and storage at 27356 5th St
• Approval of minutes from the October 1, 2024 Regular Meeting

City Council

The City Council will vote on a public hearing to create Community Facilities District No. 24-001 (Highland Park) and to levy special taxes, including a special election on the proposals. The agenda also includes routine consent‑calendar items such as waiving ordinance readings, approving the October 8 minutes, and adopting the warrant register for $2,356,027.12 plus payroll of $373,220.99. Additional actions are a second reading of Zone Change ZC 24-001 to rezone three parcels (8.3 acres) from R‑1 to Planned Development, and awarding a $951,000 construction contract for Greenspot Road median and parkway improvements with a $400,660 budget adjustment.

• Waive reading of all ordinances (consent calendar)
• Approve Warrant Register No. 771: $2,356,027.12 and payroll $373,220.99
• Second reading of Zone Change ZC 24-001 to rezone 3 parcels (8.3 acres) from R‑1 to PD
• Public hearing to form Community Facilities District No. 24-001 (Highland Park) and levy special taxes, including a special election
• Award Greenspot Road Median and Parkway Improvements contract to Hardy & Harper, Inc. for $951,000 and budget adjustment of $400,660

City Council

The Highland City Council will consider calling a special election to form a Community Facilities District and levy special taxes for the Highland Park area. The body will also approve a $951,000 construction contract for Greenspot Road median improvements and extend a local emergency proclamation related to the Line Fire.

• Special election for Community Facilities District No. 24-001 (Highland Park) special taxes
• Construction contract award for Greenspot Road Median and Parkway Improvements ($951,000)
• Extension of Local Emergency proclamation due to Line Fire
• Zone Change (ZC 24-001) from Single Family Residential to Planned Development
• Approval of Warrant Register No. 771 ($2,356,027.12)

Finance/Personnel Subcommittee

The Finance/Personnel Subcommittee will review and recommend forwarding to the City Council the annual financial reports, development impact fee reports, and a resolution establishing employee salaries. Key items include a $300,000 budget adjustment from General Fund reserves for emergency preparedness and response due to the Line Fire, and a 5% salary increase for the Assistant Public Works Director effective January 1, 2025. The subcommittee will also approve minutes from the September 3, 2024 meeting.

• Approval of $300,000 budget adjustment from General Fund reserves for Line Fire emergency response (immediate $99,999 + additional $200,001)
• Recommendation to approve 5% salary increase for Assistant Public Works Director effective Jan 1, 2025
• Review and forwarding of 2023/2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) and related audit documents
• Review and forwarding of AB 1600 Development Impact Fee Annual Report for FY 2023/2024
• Review and forwarding of Developer In-Lieu Fee Annual Report for FY 2023/2024

Finance/Personnel Subcommittee

The Finance/Personnel Subcommittee is reviewing and recommending approval of several financial reports and policy items to the City Council. Key items include the annual financial audit, development impact fee reports, a 5% salary increase for the Assistant Public Works Director, and a $300,000 budget adjustment for emergency preparedness and response efforts related to the Line Fire.

• Approve minutes of September 3, 2024 special meeting
• Receive and file the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and related audit reports for FY 2023-2024
• Receive and file the AB 1600 Development Impact Fee Annual Report for FY 2023-2024
• Receive and file the Developer In-Lieu Fee Annual Report for FY 2023-2024
• Approve a resolution establishing employee salaries, including a 5% increase for the Assistant Public Works Director effective January 1, 2025

Finance/Personnel Subcommittee

The Finance/Personnel Subcommittee will review the draft annual comprehensive financial report for FY 2023-24. The audit found an unmodified (clean) opinion, a net pension liability of $6,350,964 (up $495,516), and general fund revenues exceeding expenditures by $5.5 million. The unrestricted fund balance is about 95% of expenditures (11 months reserves), well above the recommended 2-month minimum.

• Net pension liability of $6,350,964, an increase of $495,516 from prior year
• General fund revenues exceeded expenditures by $5.5 million
• Revenues exceeded budget by $1.95 million; expenditures under budget by $1.91 million
• Unrestricted fund balance is approximately 95% of FY 2023-24 expenditures (11 months reserves)
• City is well below the appropriations limit per California Constitution Article XIIIB

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Planning Commission scheduled for November 5, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is November 19, 2024.

Planning Commission

The City of Highland Planning Commission regular meeting scheduled for 6:00 p.m. on October 15, 2024 at City Hall was cancelled. A notice of cancellation was posted on the council chamber doors. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for November 5, 2024.

• Cancellation of the Oct 15, 2024 Planning Commission meeting
• Notice posted at the Donahue Council Chambers, 27215 Base Line
• Next meeting scheduled for Nov 5, 2024

Community Trails Committee

The committee will receive a verbal update from city staff on the Line Fire's impact to community trails. It will also receive an update on the Recreational Trails Program (RTP) grant. Staff recommend that the committee hear both presentations.

• Verbal update on Line Fire impact to community trails (staff presentation)
• Update on the Recreational Trails Program (RTP) grant (staff presentation)

Community Trails Committee

The Community Trails Committee will hear a staff presentation on how the September Line Fire may affect local trails. It will also receive an update on the Recreational Trails Program grant, which includes a $1.5 million state award and recent steps toward a contract extension. No formal actions are scheduled; the meeting is for informational briefings.

• Verbal staff update on Line Fire impact to community trails
• Presentation on the Recreational Trails Program ($1.5 million) grant status
• Review of Line Fire Boundary Map (as of Oct 3 2024)
• Review of Trail Improvement Site Plan for Natural Parkland Trails

City Council

The council will vote on a General Plan Amendment, zone change, conditional use permit, design review and tract map to allow a 79‑unit planned‑development project. It will also award the construction contract for the Highland Natural Parkland Trail Project to HL Hitchcock Construction for $1,434,882.50 and approve construction‑management services with ERSC for $190,011.00. A budget transfer of $229,178 from the General Capital Financing fund to the Trails Construction fund is proposed, along with CDBG applications for code‑enforcement staffing and pavement work on Sparks Street and Victoria Avenue.

• Adopt GPA 24‑001, ZC 24‑001, CUP 23‑010, DRA 24‑003 and TTM 24‑001 for a 79‑unit planned‑development
• Award Highland Natural Parkland Trail Project contract to HL Hitchcock Construction for $1,434,882.50
• Approve ERSC construction‑management services contract for $190,011.00
• Transfer $229,178 from General Capital Financing fund to Trails Construction fund
• Approve CDBG applications for enhanced code enforcement and pavement rehabilitation on Sparks Street between Victoria Avenue and Cunningham Street and 11th Street between Los Feliz Drive and Victoria Avenue

City Council

The Highland City Council will consider a range of items, including routine approvals such as the September minutes, the $2,172,775.33 warrant register, and the declaration of three vacant historic board seats. Major actions include adopting the budget and date for the 27th Annual Citrus Harvest Festival, approving CDBG funding for code‑enforcement staffing and pavement work on Sparks Street between Victoria Avenue and Cunningham Street and 11th Street between Los Feliz Drive and Victoria Avenue, and voting on a General Plan amendment and zone change to permit a 79‑unit planned‑development, along with related permits and a tentative tract map. The council will also reject bids for the Bledsoe Creek storm‑drain repair and award a $1,434,882.50 construction contract for the Highland Natural Parkland Trail Project with associated $190,011 construction‑management services and a $229,178 budget transfer. Finally, a resolution will extend the local emergency proclamation for the Line Fire.

• Approve warrant register No. 770 for $2,172,775.33 and payroll of $135,368.62
• Adopt budget and select March 29, 2025 for the 27th Annual Citrus Harvest Festival
• Approve General Plan amendment, zone change, conditional use permit, design review, and tentative tract map for a 79‑unit planned‑development
• Award $1,434,882.50 contract to HL Hitchcock Construction for Highland Natural Parkland Trail Project and $190,011 for construction‑management services, with $229,178 budget transfer
• Reject all bids for Bledsoe Creek Storm Drain (Line A) repair and re‑advertise the project

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting primarily to conduct closed sessions with legal counsel. These sessions concern existing and anticipated litigation.

• Closed session regarding City of Highland v. Georgia L. Oechsner, Robert Chaney, et. al (Case Number CIVSB2421541)
• Closed session regarding one case of anticipated litigation

City Council

The council will consider Item 4, which is the approval of Warrant Register #770. The register includes warrants totaling $2,172,775.33 and payroll payments of $239,768.62, for a combined cash outflow of $2,412,543.95. The City Manager and Director of Administrative Services recommend approval.

• Approve Warrant Register #770 for $2,172,775.33 in warrants
• Approve payroll payments of $239,768.62
• Total cash outflow of $2,412,543.95
• Revised staff report pages 1‑2 attached (changes in red)
• Public notice posted at three locations per Resolution No. 2011-047

Historic & Cultural Preservation Board

The Historic and Cultural Preservation Board will review a request to legalize a 196-square-foot enclosed patio addition and demolish two other unpermitted patios. The project involves a contributing house in the Historic District built circa 1908.

• Certificate of Appropriateness No. 24-006 for 6932 Cole Ave
• Demolition of two unpermitted patios
• Legalization of a 196-square-foot enclosed patio addition
• Replacement of vinyl windows with wood-framed windows
• Exterior repainting using approved 'Dowing Sand' color

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a design review for 94 single-family homes in the Mediterra development and propose street names for a related tract map. The commission will also continue a public hearing regarding the Greenspot Village and Marketplace Specific Plan.

• Design Review Application (DRA 24-006) for 94 detached single-family homes, exercise stations, picnic areas, and trails in Mediterra Phase 4
• Selection of street names for Tentative Tract Map No. 18893 in Mediterra Planning Area 4
• Continuation of Public Hearing for Design Review Application No. 24-005 regarding Greenspot Village and Marketplace Specific Plan (Planning Area 2)
• Tentative Tract Map No. 24-001 for the subdivision of three parcels into seven new parcels across 25 acres

Planning Commission

The Highland Planning Commission will continue a public hearing on a 25-acre housing development and approve a design review for 94 single-family homes. The body will also consider proposed street names for a new subdivision.

• Continuation of public hearing for 25-acre Greenspot Village development
• Approval of design review for 94 single-family homes in Mediterra
• Consideration of proposed street names for Tentative Tract Map No. 18893
• Approval of minutes from August 20, 2024 meeting
• Approval of minutes from September 3, 2024 meeting

Public Facilities Subcommittee

The Public Facilities Subcommittee will review and vote on the proposed paint colors for City Hall’s exterior stucco, metal railings, and wood trellis, as well as new exterior building and address signage. The staff report notes the painting contract is funded in the current budget and the sign work will be covered under a separate agreement. The meeting will also include routine approval of the October 10, 2023 minutes.

• Approve paint colors: French White for stucco, Falcon Brown for wood trellis, Burnt Sienna for accent areas
• Approve new exterior signage with 16" tall black letters and 12" address numbers
• Approve minutes from the October 10, 2023 meeting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a design review and tract map for the Greenspot Village and Marketplace Specific Plan. The body will also review proposed street names for two different tentative tract maps.

• Design Review Application No. 24-005 for Planning Area 2 of Greenspot Village and Marketplace Specific Plan
• Tentative Tract Map No. 24-001 for subdivision of 3 parcels into 7 parcels across 25 acres
• Street name selection for Tentative Tract Map 20090 at Blossom Trails (East Highlands Ranch PUD)
• Street name selection for Tentative Tract Map No. 18893 (Mediterra Planned Development)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider continuing a public hearing for the Greenspot Village and Marketplace Specific Plan. The body will also review proposed street names for two different tentative tract maps.

• Design Review Application No. 24-005 for Greenspot Village and Marketplace Specific Plan (25 acres on north side of Greenspot Road)
• Tentative Tract Map No. 24-001 for subdivision of 3 parcels into 7 new parcels
• Street name selection for Tentative Tract Map No. 20090 (Blossom Trails, 137-unit single-family tract)
• Street name selection for Tentative Tract Map No. 18893 (Mediterra Planned Development, Planning Area 3)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to ratify a local emergency proclamation issued by the Director of Emergency Services on September 11, 2024. This action responds to the Line Fire, which has burned over 34,600 acres and caused extreme peril to persons and property. Ratification allows the city to apply for state aid and reimbursement for emergency costs.

• Resolution No. 2024-XX: Ratifying the Proclamation of a Local Emergency due to the Line Fire

City Council

The City Council and Housing Authority will discuss infrastructure projects, business license fee updates, and senior housing lease extensions. The body is also reviewing a five-year capital project needs analysis for Measure I street and freeway programs.

• Award construction contract for Natural Parkland Trail Project to HL Hitchcock Construction, Inc. for $1,434,882.50
• Proposed establishment of Community Facilities District No. 24-001 (Highland Park) on Base Line east of Isabella Villa Court
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 465 to establish a single annual business license fee renewal date
• Purchase of one new vehicle from Courtesy Chevrolet Center for $65,187.67 and outfitting for $37,241.28
• Proposed 26-year extension of the ground lease and affordability covenant for Jeffrey Court Senior Apartments

City Council

The City Council will consider budget adjustments for the 2023/2024 fiscal year and approve the purchase of a new vehicle for $65,187.67. The body will also review a contract for a new parkland trail project and a resolution to establish a community facilities district.

• Approve Year-End Budget Adjustments for Fiscal Year 2023/2024
• Award Bid No. 2024-04 to Courtesy Chevrolet Center for a new vehicle ($65,187.67)
• Award Bid No. 2024-02 for the Highland Natural Parkland Trail Project ($1,434,882.50)
• Second Reading of Ordinance to amend business license fee payment dates
• Resolution of Intention to establish Community Facilities District No. 24-001

Housing Authority

The City Council and Housing Authority will vote on a 26‑year amendment to the ground lease with Housing Venture I, allowing refinancing and repairs for the Jeffrey Court senior apartments. The meeting also includes consent‑calendar approvals, budget adjustments, contract renewals, a new vehicle purchase, and awards for a natural parkland trail construction project. Additional items cover a five‑year capital needs analysis, a community facilities district resolution, and the declaration of vacant seats on the Community Trails Committee.

• Approve the Second Amendment of the Ground Lease with Housing Venture I, extending the lease term 26 years for Jeffrey Court senior apartments
• Award the Natural Parkland Trail construction contract to HL Hitchcock Construction for $1,434,882.50
• Approve purchase of a new vehicle for $65,187.67 and outfitting services for $37,241.28
• Extend the 2022‑06 HVAC Systems Maintenance contract with F.M. Thomas Air Conditioning, Inc. and approve a 13.2% price increase
• Approve Measure I Five‑Year Capital Project Needs Analysis for FY2025‑2026 through FY2029‑2030

Housing Authority

The City Council and Housing Authority will meet to approve year-end budget adjustments, a warrant register, and a contract for a new city vehicle. The body will also consider a construction contract for a parkland trail and a resolution to establish a community facilities district.

• Warrant Register No. 769 for $2,388,770.99
• Bid Award for new vehicle to Courtesy Chevrolet Center ($65,187.67)
• Contract award for Highland Natural Parkland Trail Project ($1,434,882.50)
• Resolution to establish Community Facilities District No. 24-001
• Amendment to Ground Lease for Jeffrey Court Senior Apartments

Finance/Personnel Subcommittee

The Finance/Personnel Subcommittee is meeting to review a vehicle usage policy and year-end budget adjustments for Fiscal Year 2023/2024. The body is also considering a recommendation to the City Council regarding the purchase and outfitting of a new vehicle.

• Bid No. 2024-04: Purchase of one new vehicle from Courtesy Chevrolet Center for $65,187.67
• Outfitting of new vehicle by West Coast Lights and Sirens for $37,241.28
• Budget adjustment transfer of $2,169.97 from DIF-Fund Balance to Vehicles
• Review and approval of the Vehicle Usage Policy
• Review of Fiscal Year 2023/2024 Year-End Budget Adjustments for Expenditures and Revenues

Finance/Personnel Subcommittee

The Finance/Personnel Subcommittee will approve the minutes from the August 13 meeting and review the proposed Vehicle Usage Policy. It will recommend that the City Council award Bid No. 2024-04 to Courtesy Chevrolet Center for a new vehicle costing $65,187.67. The subcommittee will also recommend approving a $37,241.28 outfitting quote from West Coast Lights and Sirens under Sourcewell Contract No. 97402 and a $2,169.97 budget transfer for vehicle funds. Finally, the committee will consider year‑end budget adjustments for FY 2023/2024.

• Approve August 13, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review and approve the proposed Vehicle Usage Policy
• Recommend awarding Bid No. 2024-04 to Courtesy Chevrolet Center for $65,187.67 purchase of a new vehicle
• Recommend approving West Coast Lights and Sirens quote for $37,241.28 outfitting via Sourcewell Contract No. 97402
• Recommend a $2,169.97 budget adjustment transfer from fund 007.2100 to 007.8330.6060 for vehicle expenses

Planning Commission

The Highland Planning Commission will continue the public hearing for Design Review Application No. 24-005. The hearing will consider site plans (Option A and B), building elevations, landscape, grading, recreation areas, and an amenity building for the Greenspot Village and Marketplace Specific Plan. Staff recommends extending the hearing to October 1, 2024. The agenda item is a continuation from the August 20 meeting.

• Continuation of public hearing for Design Review Application No. 24-005 (DRA-24-005)
• Review of Site Plan Options A & B, building elevations, conceptual landscape plan, rough grading plan, recreation areas, and amenity building
• Tentative Tract Map No. 24-001 for subdividing three parcels into seven parcels across 25 acres
• Location: vacant area ~25 acres north of Greenspot Road between SR 210 and Boulder Avenue
• Applicant: Mission Communities & Mossa Investments; staff recommends hearing continue to Oct 1 2024

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to discuss a design review and tentative tract map for Planning Area 2 of the Greenspot Village and Marketplace Specific Plan. Staff recommends continuing the public hearing to allow for revised site plans and further analysis of density and neighboring property concerns.

• Design Review Application No. 24-005 for Greenspot Village and Marketplace Specific Plan (PA2)
• Tentative Tract Map No. 24-001 to subdivide 3 parcels into 7 new parcels across 25 acres
• Project location: vacant area on the north side of Greenspot Road between SR 210 and Boulder Avenue

City Council

The Highland City Council will hold a special meeting on August 29, 2024. The agenda includes a public comment period and a presentation of the 2024 State of the City Address. No specific ordinances, contracts, or rezoning actions are listed for decision.

• Public comment period (limited to three minutes per speaker)
• 2024 State of the City Address presentation

City Council

The Highland City Council will receive a certification from the City Clerk confirming that there are not more candidates than open seats in Districts 1, 3, and 5. The Council is then directed to file the certification and take action accordingly.

• City Clerk certification for Districts 1, 3, and 5
• Action required per California Elections Code § 10229

City Council

The City Council is meeting to determine whether to appoint nominated candidates or hold elections for City Council Districts 1, 3, and 5. This follows a certification that there are not more candidates than offices to be elected in those districts.

• Proposed appointment of Gregory Hogan to District 1
• Proposed appointment of Penny Lilburn to District 3
• Proposed appointment of Larry McCallon to District 5
• Potential cancellation of November 5, 2024 municipal elections in these districts
• Budgeted election cost of $35,000

Planning Commission

The Highland Planning Commission will first approve the minutes from its August 6 meeting. It will then hold public hearings on three projects: a 243,323‑sq‑ft warehouse with a height variance and parcel consolidation; a Greenspot Village site plan with two design options and a parcel‑split into six parcels; and a 79‑unit single‑family development at 7394 Central Avenue that includes a conditional use permit, design review, general‑plan amendment, zone change, and a tentative tract map to create 79 lots.

• Approve Conditional Use Permit CUP‑23‑009 for a 243,323‑sq‑ft warehouse and Variance VAR‑23‑002 to raise height to 52.6 ft (Location: 11.33‑acre site between 3rd St and 5th St, midway between Central Ave and Palm Ave).
• Approve Design Review Application DRA‑24‑005 (Options A & B) for Greenspot Village and a Tentative Tract Map to split three parcels into six new parcels on ~25 acres north of Greenspot Rd between SR 210 and Boulder Ave.
• Approve Conditional Use Permit CUP‑23‑010, Design Review DRA‑24‑003, General Plan Amendment GPA‑24‑001, Zone Change ZC‑24‑001, and Tentative Tract Map TTM‑24‑001 for a 79‑unit single‑family development at 7394 Central Ave.
• Approve Vesting Tentative Parcel Map TPM‑23‑003 to consolidate 24 parcels into one parcel for the warehouse project.
• Approve Mitigated Negative Declaration and related resolutions for the warehouse and residential projects.

City Council

The City Council will consider a 5-year expenditure strategy for the Measure I Capital Improvement Plan. The body is also deciding on business license fee renewals, software contracts, and public facility agreements.

• Warrant Register No. 768 for $6,509,493.39 and Payroll of $387,413.55
• Proposed ordinance to establish a single annual business license fee renewal date
• Renewal of Joint Use of Facilities Agreement for Highland Grove Elementary and Beattie Middle School fields
• Financial Management Software contract with Tyler Technologies
• Contract Maintenance Agreements with San Bernardino County and San Bernardino County Flood Control District

Finance/Personnel Subcommittee

The Finance/Personnel Subcommittee will approve the minutes from the July 2, 2024 meeting. It will review and recommend that the City Council approve a contract with Tyler Technologies to upgrade the city’s financial management software, which has a one‑time implementation cost of $245,363 and an annual fee of $84,525. The subcommittee will also review and forward a renewal of the joint‑use facilities agreement with Redlands Unified School District for the playing fields at Highland Grove Elementary and Beattie Middle School, located at the southwest corner of Webster Street and Eucalyptus Avenue.

• Approve July 2, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review and forward upgrade of City Financial Management Software (Work Program HP+) contract with Tyler Technologies – $245,363 implementation cost, $84,525 recurring fee
• Review and forward renewal of Joint Use of Facilities Agreement with Redlands Unified School District for playing fields at Highland Grove Elementary and Beattie Middle School (Webster St & Eucalyptus Ave)

Planning Commission

The Highland Planning Commission will approve the minutes from the July 16 meeting. It will continue the public hearing for the Greenspot Village and Marketplace Specific Plan, moving it to August 20. The commission will table the conditional use permit for a new multipurpose church to allow further review. Finally, it will adopt a resolution approving the design review for an O'Reilly Auto Parts retail store.

• Approve minutes from the July 16, 2024 regular meeting.
• Continue public hearing for Planning Area 2 of Greenspot Village (DRA-24-005) and postpone to August 20, 2024.
• Table Conditional Use Permit (CUP 21-003) for Indonesian Seventh-Day Adventist Church multipurpose building at 7480 Sterling Ave.
• Adopt Resolution approving Design Review Application (DRA 24-002) for a 7,384‑sq‑ft O'Reilly Auto Parts store at 26778 Base Line (Base Line & Hillview St).

City Council

The City Council will review several consent calendar items including a $2.45 million warrant register and contract renewals for landscape maintenance. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding business tax adjustments for rock, sand, and gravel extraction.

• Warrant Register No. 767 totaling $2,453,322.45
• Settlement Agreement with Kroger Co. regarding National Opioid Litigation
• Wildland Protection Agreement with CalFire for July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025
• Business tax adjustment for the extraction and processing of rock, sand, and gravel
• Contract renewals for RP Landscape and Irrigation, Inc. for Facilities/Parks and LIVID

City Council

The City Council will consider a settlement agreement with Kroger Co. regarding National Opioid Litigation. Other items include landscape maintenance contract increases, budget adjustments for fire services, and a public hearing on business tax adjustments.

• Settlement Agreement with Kroger Co. pertaining to National Opioid Litigation
• Warrant Register No. 767 totaling $2,453,322.45 and Payroll of $217,250.86
• Wildland Protection Agreement (WPA) with CalFire for July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025
• RP Landscape and Irrigation, Inc. contract renewal with a 15.8% increase
• Business Tax adjustment for the extraction and processing of rock, sand, and gravel

City Council

The City Council is reviewing Addendum No. 4 to the agreement with Willdan Engineering. This update replaces the existing billing rate schedule for building and safety services effective July 1, 2024.

• Proposed replacement of Building and Safety service rates
• Plan Check Engineering/Architect rate: $145/hr
• Building Official rate: $155/hr
• Building Inspector rate: $95/hr
• Permit Technician rate: $65/hr

Housing Authority

The Housing Authority will meet to review the minutes from the December 12, 2023, regular meeting. The body will also consider a resolution to authorize the investment of funds into the Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF).

• Approval of December 12, 2023, Regular Meeting minutes
• Resolution No. HA2024- authorizing investment of Highland Housing Authority monies in the Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF)

Housing Authority

The Highland Housing Authority is scheduled to review minutes from its December 2023 meeting and consider Resolution No. HA2024-001. The resolution would authorize investing authority funds in the state Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF) and update the list of officers permitted to order deposits or withdrawals. This action manages public housing funds in compliance with California Government Code Section 16429.1.

• Approve minutes from the December 12, 2023 regular meeting.
• Consider Resolution No. HA2024-001 authorizing investment in the Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF).
• Update authorized LAIF officers to Carlos Zamano, Leticia Nava-Cruz, and Michelle Gomez.

Finance/Personnel Subcommittee

The Finance/Personnel Subcommittee will review several items for potential recommendation to the City Council. These include updates to employee salaries, amendments to business license regulations, and changes to project allocations for American Rescue Plan Act funds.

• Resolution No. 2024- establishing employee salaries and adding Associate Engineer classification
• Amendment to Municipal Code Title 5 Chapter 5.04 regarding single annual business license fee renewal dates
• Amendment to penalties and procedures for collecting delinquent business license fees
• Project allocation changes for State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF) through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)

Finance/Personnel Subcommittee

The Finance/Personnel Subcommittee will review a proposal to add an Associate Engineer position to the city staff. The meeting also includes discussions on amending business license renewal dates and penalties, as well as adjusting American Rescue Plan Act project allocations.

• Establishment of Associate Engineer salary range ($99,972 - $121,536) plus benefits totaling $165,309
• Amendment to Municipal Code Title 5 regarding single annual business license renewal dates and delinquency penalties
• Changes to State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF) through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) project allocations

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a request for an alcohol beverage license at a sit-down restaurant. The commission will also consider a design review application for multiple pads within the Greenspot Village & Marketplace specific plan.

• Conditional Use Permit 24-003: Alcohol Beverage Control Type 47 license for Cuca’s Restaurant at 27245 Base Line
• Design Review Application 24-004: Site plans and elevations for 'Major 1', 'Pad 1', 'Pad 6', and 'Pad 7' at 27812-27920 Greenspot Road

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a request for an alcohol beverage license at a sit-down restaurant. They will also consider a design review application for several pads within the Greenspot Village & Marketplace specific plan.

• Conditional Use Permit 24-003: Alcohol Beverage Control Type 47 license for a sit-down restaurant at 27245 Base Line
• Design Review Application 24-004: Site Plan and elevations for 'Major 1', 'Pad 1', 'Pad 6', and 'Pad 7' at Greenspot Village & Marketplace (27812-27920 Greenspot Road)

Legislative Subcommittee

The Legislative Subcommittee will discuss Assembly Bill 3093 regarding new homelessness planning requirements. The discussion focuses on how the bill would add income categories to the Regional Housing Needs Assessment framework.

• Discussion of Assembly Bill 3093 (Ward) New Homelessness Planning Requirements

Public Works Subcommittee

The subcommittee will review a traffic signal warrant and left-turn access analysis for the intersection of Greenspot Road and Blossom Way. Members are asked to approve concept 1 southbound left-turn restriction improvements and direct staff to seek bids for construction.

• Review of Willdan Engineering's Traffic Signal Warrant Analysis and Left Turn Access Analysis Report
• Approval of Greenspot Road and Blossom Way Concept 1 southbound left-turn restriction improvements
• Direction to staff to seek professional services and construction bids

Public Works Subcommittee

The Public Works Subcommittee will review traffic studies regarding intersection improvements at Greenspot Road and Blossom Way. The proposed plan involves implementing a southbound left-turn restriction to address resident safety concerns.

• Approval of Concept 1 southbound left-turn restriction improvements for Blossom Way
• Estimated construction cost of approximately $8,625 using ARPA funds
• Review of Willdan Engineering's Traffic Signal Warrant Analysis and Left Turn Access Analysis
• Direction to seek professional services and construction bids for intersection improvements

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a design review application for a 950 square foot drive-through coffee shop. This item includes the site plan, building elevations, grading plan, and landscape plan.

• Design Review Application DRA 23-018: 950 square foot 'Dutch Bros' drive through coffee shop at the northeast corner of Base Line and Boulder Avenue

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing a design application for a 950 square foot drive-through coffee shop. The project is located at the northeast corner of Base Line and Boulder Avenue within the Highland Village Plaza.

• Design Review Application DRA 23-018: 950 square foot Dutch Bros drive-through at Base Line and Boulder Avenue
• Approval of May 21, 2024, meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a study session to hear a presentation regarding a proposed digital business sign. The sign would be located at the northwest corner of Base Line and the SR 210 Freeway.

• Digital Freeway-Oriented Community Business Sign at Base Line and the SR 210 Freeway

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a study session regarding a proposed Digital Freeway-Oriented Community Business Sign. The discussion includes a presentation by proponents Lumar Devco IV and Foxpoint Interactive LLC regarding a site at the northwest corner of Base Line and the SR 210 Freeway.

• Proposed Digital Freeway-Oriented Community Business Sign at Base Line and the SR 210 Freeway

City Council

The City Council will review various administrative items including upcoming municipal elections and several special tax levies. The meeting also includes discussions on community event sponsorships and a grant allocation for the Highland Senior Center.

• Warrant Register No. 766 totaling $5,874,167.67
• Proposed November 5, 2024 General Municipal Election
• Allocation of $112,854 in CDBG-CV funds for Highland Senior Center HVAC system
• Immanuel Baptist Church special event fee waiver request of $15,989.98
• Highland Area Chamber of Commerce special event fee waiver request of approximately $9,458.86

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding an accessory sign review for a fueling station, convenience store, and carwash. The application includes a request for various monument, building-mounted, and directional signs at 27408 5th Street. The commission will also consider building elevations involving colors and materials.

• Accessory Sign Review (ASR 23-005) for Harikrishna Gas, LLC at 27408 5th Street
• Sign program including one corner monument sign, two primary building signs, two secondary building signs, two directional signs, and four free-standing gas pricing signs
• Design Review Application (DRA 21-019) regarding final building colors and materials

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider an application by Harikrishna Gas, LLC to establish a comprehensive sign program at 27408 5th Street. The proposal includes various monument and building-mounted signs for a fueling station, convenience store, and carwash. The review also covers final building colors and materials coordinated with the fuel vendor.

• Accessory Sign Review (ASR 23-005) for a sign program at 27408 5th Street
• Installation of a corner monument ‘City Gateway’ identification sign
• Two primary and two secondary building-mounted business signs
• Two directional signs
• Four free-standing monument gas pricing signs

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding an accessory sign review for a fueling station, convenience store, and carwash. The application includes a request for several monument, building-mounted, and directional signs at 27408 5th Street. The commission will also consider building elevations related to colors and materials.

• Accessory Sign Review (ASR 23-005) for Harikrishna Gas, LLC at 27408 5th Street
• Sign program including one corner monument sign, two primary building signs, two secondary building signs, two directional signs, and four free-standing gas pricing signs
• Design Review Application (DRA 21-019) regarding final building colors and materials

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit and design review for a new drive-through coffee shop. The project involves constructing a 950 square foot Dutch Bros facility at the corner of Base Line and Boulder Avenue. Staff recommends approving the permit and associated design applications.

• Conditional Use Permit (CUP 23-014) for a 950 square foot Dutch Bros drive-through
• Design Review Application (DRA 23-018) for building elevations, site plan, grading, and landscape plans
• Project location: 7285 Boulder Avenue (northeast corner of Base Line and Boulder Avenue)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a new Dutch Bros coffee shop. The proposal includes a conditional use permit and design review for the building and site plan at 7285 Boulder Avenue. Staff recommends approving the application.

• Conditional Use Permit (CUP 23-014) for a 950 square foot Dutch Bros drive-through
• Design Review Application (DRA 23-018) for building elevations, site plan, and landscape plan
• Proposed dual-lane drive-through with queuing capacity for 20 vehicles at Base Line and Boulder Avenue

City Council

The City Council will discuss a resolution for property acquisition via eminent domain for transit improvements on 9th Street. The agenda also includes several contract renewals, budget adjustments for law enforcement, and a request for impact fee credits.

• Eminent domain acquisition of property at 26377 St for 9th Street Transit Stops project
• Energy Services Agreement renewal with Yunex, LLC including a 3.2% price increase
• San Bernardino County contract for Animal Care and Control Services for $505,247
• Century Communities request for a $105,814.57 park impact fee credit
• Warrant Register No. 765 totaling $3,506,001.53 and payroll of $225,112.29

City Council

The City Council will discuss several contracts, including a law enforcement services amendment and an animal care contract. A public hearing is scheduled regarding the acquisition of property via eminent domain for the 9th Street Transit Stops Sidewalk and Bikeway Improvements project.

• Eminent domain acquisition for 9th Street Transit Stops Sidewalk and Bikeway Improvements at 26377 9th Street
• Amendment to Law Enforcement Services with San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department to add one deputy position
• Contract with San Bernardino County for Animal Care and Control Services for $505,247
• Century Communities request for a $105,814.57 park development impact fee credit
• Energy Services Agreement renewal with Yunex, LLC including a 3.2% price increase

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a contract for Animal Care and Control services for Fiscal Year 2024/2025. The agreement includes an option to extend the service for two additional years.

• Contract with San Bernardino County for Animal Care and Control Services

Finance/Personnel Subcommittee

The subcommittee will review several items for recommendation to the City Council. These include appropriations limits for upcoming fiscal years and annual special tax levies for three Community Facilities Districts. Members will also review costs related to city co-sponsorship of special events.

• Appropriations Limits for Fiscal Year 2024/2025 and amendments for 2023/2024
• Investment Policy for Fiscal Year 2024/2025
• Review of City Treasurer authority
• Annual Special Tax levies for CFD 2007-1, CFD 2001-1, and CFD 90-1
• Review of costs for City co-sponsorship of special events

Finance/Personnel Subcommittee

The Finance/Personnel Subcommittee is reviewing several financial items to recommend to the City Council. These include setting the 2024/2025 appropriations limit, amending the 2023/2024 limit due to a previous miscalculation, and reviewing annual tax levies for community facilities districts.

• Appropriations Limit for Fiscal Year 2024/2025
• Amendment to the 2023/2024 Appropriations Limit
• Annual Statement of Investment Policy for Fiscal Year 2024/2025
• CFD 2007-1 Annual Tax Levy
• CFD 2001-1 Annual Tax Levy

Community Trails Committee

The committee will review minutes from its March 14, 2024, special meeting. Staff will also provide a presentation regarding the 28th Annual Community Trails Day for committee feedback and recommendations.

• Approval of March 14, 2024, special meeting minutes
• Staff presentation regarding the 28th Annual Community Trails Day

Community Trails Committee

The Community Trails Committee will hear a staff presentation regarding the upcoming Annual Trails Day. The event is scheduled for June 1, 2024, and will be staged at Aurantia Park using various city trail routes.

• 28th Annual Community Trails Day event details
• $1,200.00 budget for Community Events 'Trails Day'
• Event staging at Aurantia Park near the gazebo and playground
• Peachjar flyer distribution cost of $25 per school

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a property located at 6935 Browning Rd. Staff recommends declaring the property a public nuisance and authorizing its abatement. The commission will also review meeting minutes.

• Public hearing to declare and abate a public nuisance at 6935 Browning Rd.
• Approval of previous meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed public nuisance declaration and abatement for a property on Browning Road. The matter involves the unauthorized storage of heavy equipment, construction materials, and cargo containers.

• Public hearing to declare a public nuisance and authorize abatement at 6935 Browning Rd.
• Proposed abatement of unpermitted cargo containers and heavy equipment at 6935 Browning Rd.
• Community Development Activity Update presentation

Finance/Personnel Subcommittee

The Finance/Personnel Subcommittee will review amendments for law enforcement services and budget adjustments. The body will also consider a proposal for engineering design services related to pavement rehabilitation.

• San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department Schedule A Amendment for FY 2024/2025 including one additional deputy position
• Amendment No. 3 to the Reimbursement Agreement between the City of Highland and East Valley Water District for Law Enforcement Services
• Willdan Engineering proposal for FY 2023/24 Pavement Management Program Sector A and B Pavement Rehabilitation (Project No. str23003)

Finance/Personnel Subcommittee

The subcommittee is reviewing a contract amendment to add one deputy position to the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department. It is also considering a reimbursement agreement with East Valley Water District and a proposal for engineering design services for pavement rehabilitation.

• San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department Schedule A amendment including one additional deputy position
• East Valley Water District law enforcement reimbursement agreement amendment
• Willdan Engineering proposal for FY 2023/24 Pavement Management Program Sector A and B rehabilitation
• Budget adjustments for the additional deputy position cost of approximately $263,769

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding a one-year review of an upgraded Alcoholic Beverage Control License. The review concerns the 'Have A Snack' convenience store located at 27767 Base Line.

• One year review of upgraded Type 21 (Off-Sale Beer, Wine and Distilled Spirits) license at 27767 Base Line
• Review of Conditional Use Permit No. 23-002

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct a one-year review of an upgraded alcoholic beverage license at the 27767 Base Line Valero station. Staff recommends determining if there has been a significant increase in crime following the license upgrade.

• One-year review of ABC License Type 21 at 27767 Base Line
• Approval of March 19, 2024 meeting minutes

Historic & Cultural Preservation Board

The board will review minutes from the March 7, 2024, special meeting. Members will hold a post-event discussion regarding the 2024 annual Citrus Harvest Festival. Additionally, the board is scheduled to receive and file the 2022-2023 Certified Local Government Program Annual Report.

• Approval of March 7, 2024, special meeting minutes
• Post-event discussion of the 2024 annual Citrus Harvest Festival
• Receipt of the 2022-2023 Certified Local Government Program Annual Report

Historic & Cultural Preservation Board

The board will conduct a post-event discussion regarding the 2024 annual Citrus Harvest Festival, including topics such as vendors, car shows, and marketing. Members will also review the Certified Local Government Program 2022-2023 Annual Report. The meeting includes the approval of minutes from the March 7, 2024, special meeting.

• Post-event discussion of the 2024 Citrus Harvest Festival
• Review of the Certified Local Government Program 2022-2023 Annual Report
• Approval of March 7, 2024, special meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will review several items including a five-year extension for the East Highlands Ranch development agreement. The agenda also includes contract renewals for tree trimming services and amendments for engineering professional services.

• Five-year extension of East Highlands Ranch Development Agreement and Impact Fees Development Agreement
• Renewal of Tree Trimming and Arborist Service Agreement with West Coast Arborists, Inc. including a 15.8% price increase
• Warrant Register No. 764 totaling $4,310,322.44 and Payroll of $254,250.88
• Amendment to ERSC Professional Design Services for Sycamore Drive Storm Drain project
• Public Improvement Reimbursement Agreement with CHIPT Highland 210, LP for Central Avenue street lights

City Council

The City Council will consider a five-year extension for the East Highlands Ranch development agreement and impact fees agreement. The agenda also includes contract renewals for tree trimming services and professional engineering services. Additionally, the council will review street light improvements on Central Avenue.

• Five-year extension of East Highlands Ranch PUD Development Agreement and Impact Fees Agreement
• One-year renewal of Tree Trimming and Arborist Service Agreement with a 15.8% price increase
• Street light improvements on Central Avenue between 3rd Street and 5th Street
• Pavement rehabilitation project for 5th Street, Greenspot Road, and Orange Street
• Approval of Warrant Register No. 764 totaling $4,310,322.44 plus payroll of $254,250.88

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Planning Commission scheduled for April 2, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for April 16, 2024.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider design approvals for a corner monument sign and a flagpole installation. The commission will also review a municipal code amendment regarding cannabis delivery businesses and a street name assignment for the Costco Warehouse project.

• Design Review Application 21-006: 5’ tall decorative corner statement at 8020 Palm Avenue
• Flagpole installation: 50 foot tall permanent flagpole and 150 square foot flag at 28309 Highland Avenue
• Municipal Code Amendment No. 24-001: Provisions for non-storefront cannabis delivery businesses
• Street name assignment: Naming of 'Access A' into the Costco Warehouse project as 'Costco Way'

Planning Commission

The commission will consider approving a 50-foot flagpole for the American Legion and a monument sign on Palm Avenue. Members will also discuss naming a new access road to the Costco Warehouse project 'Costco Way.' A decision on cannabis delivery regulations in Business Park zones was recommended for delay.

• Design approval for a 5-foot monument sign at 8020 Palm Avenue
• Installation of a 50-foot flagpole at 28309 Highland Avenue
• Naming an access road to the Costco Warehouse project 'Costco Way'
• Proposed amendments to marijuana use regulations in Business Park zones

Community Trails Committee

The Community Trails Committee will review the minutes from the February 8, 2024 meeting. Members are also asked to select attendance times and discuss booth activities for the 2024 Citrus Harvest Festival and hear a presentation regarding the 28th Annual Community Trails Day.

• Approval of February 8, 2024, regular meeting minutes
• Selection of attendance time slots and discussion of booth activities for the 2024 Citrus Harvest Festival
• Verbal presentation regarding the 28th Annual Community Trails Day

Community Trails Committee

The committee will select volunteer time slots for the March 30 Citrus Harvest Festival. Members will also hear a presentation regarding routes and logistics for the 28th Annual Community Trails Day scheduled for June 15.

• Selection of attendance shifts for the 2024 Citrus Harvest Festival
• Presentation of three hiking routes for the 28th Annual Community Trails Day
• $1,200 budget allocation for the Community Trails Day Event

City Council

The City Council will consider several items including a public hearing for the Blossom Trails residential subdivision. The agenda also includes approving various contracts, financial reports, and an employment agreement for the City Manager.

• Extension of time for Blossom Trails 137-unit single-family residential subdivision
• Purchase of a new skip loader from RDO Equipment Company for $127,166.65
• Amendment to Joint Powers Authority Agreement increasing member dues by $18,124
• Reimbursement to Sunland, LLC for Greenspot Road improvements in the amount of $63,237
• Approval of Warrant Register No. 763 totaling $990,727.65 and payroll of $225,305.08

City Council

The City Council will consider several items including a public hearing for East Highlands Ranch development extensions and an equipment purchase for Public Works. The agenda also includes approving the employment agreement for Carlos Zamano as City Manager.

• Public hearing for Blossom Trails 137-unit residential subdivision extension
• Purchase of a new skip loader from RDO Equipment Company for $127,166.65
• Development impact fee reimbursement to Sunland, LLC for $63,237
• Amendment to Joint Powers Authority Agreement increasing member dues by $18,124
• Approval of Warrant Register No. 763 totaling $990,727.65

Historic & Cultural Preservation Board

The Board will review a request to use white composition shingles for a re-roof at 27234 Main Street. Members will also discuss logistics for the 26th Annual Citrus Harvest Festival and receive a status report on historic district applications.

• Re-roofing application (No. 24-001) for 27234 Main Street using white three-tabbed composition shingles
• Logistics discussion for the 26th Annual Citrus Harvest Festival
• Status report on Certificate of Appropriateness applications within the Highland Historic District
• Approval of February 1, 2024, meeting minutes

Historic & Cultural Preservation Board

The Historic and Cultural Preservation Board is reviewing a request for a new roof on a historic property and preparing for the upcoming 26th Annual Citrus Harvest Festival. The meeting also includes a report on Certificate of Appropriateness applications within the Highland Historic District.

• Certificate of Appropriateness No. 24-001: white three-tabbed composition shingle re-roof at 27234 Main Street
• Logistics and planning for the 26th Annual Citrus Harvest Festival in 2024
• Status report on Certificate of Appropriateness applications within the Highland Historic District

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to review the City's 2023 General Plan Implementation and Housing Element Annual Reports. Staff recommends that the Commission receive and file these reports.

• Review of the 2023 General Plan Implementation and Housing Element Annual Reports

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review the City's 2023 General Plan Implementation and Housing Element Annual Reports. The meeting also includes a consent calendar for approving previous meeting minutes.

• Review of 2023 General Plan Implementation and Housing Element Annual Reports

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a study session to hear a presentation regarding a proposed hotel concept. The project is located within the Town Center Policy Area at the northwest corner of Base Line and Church Avenue.

• Hotel concept discussion at northwest corner of Base Line and Church Avenue

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a study session to discuss a proposed hotel development within the Town Center Policy Area. Proponents Hiral Patel and Steve Powell will present plans for an 85-room hotel located at the northwest corner of Base Line and Church Avenue. This meeting is for discussion only, and no formal action or decisions will be taken.

• Proposed 85-room hotel concept (TownePlace + Fairfield)
• Development at the northwest corner of Base Line and Church Avenue
• Project site area of approximately 2.89 acres
• Integration with Tractor Supply Company and multi-family unit development

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding an extension of time for the East Highlands Ranch PUD Development Agreement. This involves the Blossoms Trails 137-unit single-family residential subdivision located at Greenspot Road and Church Street. Staff recommends that the Commission recommend approval to the City Council.

• Extension of time for Tentative Parcel Map 19958 and Tentative Tract Map 20090
• Extension of East Highlands Ranch PUD Development Agreement and Impact Fee Development Agreement
• Blossoms Trails 137-unit single-family residential subdivision at Greenspot Road and Church Street

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is considering a request to extend the expiration of several land maps for the Blossom Trails project. The extension would move the validity of the parcel and tract maps from March 2024 to March 2026.

• Extension of Time for Tentative Parcel Map 19958
• Extension of Time for Tentative Tract Map 20090
• Extension of East Highlands Ranch PUD Development Agreement
• Extension of East Highlands Ranch Impact Fee Development Agreement
• Blossom Trails: 137-unit single-family residential subdivision on 25.5 acres

City Council

The City Council will consider a project improvement agreement for the San Carlo I Highland Townhome Apartments. The meeting also includes discussions on community development block grants and annual engineer's reports.

• Warrant Register No. 762 totaling $2,667,650.23
• Payroll of $329,544.81
• Project Improvement Agreement for San Carlo I Highland Townhome Apartments at Greenspot Road and Webster Street
• Allocation of Community Development Block Grant Fund for Fiscal Year 2024/2025
• Preparation of Engineer's Reports for Consolidated Landscape and Lighting District No. 96-1 and Street and Drainage Maintenance District 96-1

City Council

The City Council will consider a project improvement agreement for the San Carlo I townhome apartments to allow deferred traffic signal construction. Additionally, the council will discuss prioritizing Community Development Block Grant applications for the 2024/2025 fiscal year.

• Project Improvement Agreement for San Carlo I, Highland Townhome Apartments
• Allocation of Community Development Block Grant Fund for Fiscal Year 2024/2025
• Warrant Register No. 762 in the amount of $2,667,650.23
• Payroll of $329,544.81
• Preparation of Engineer's Reports for Landscape and Lighting District No. 96-1 and Street and Drainage Maintenance District 96-1

City Council

The Highland City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct business in a closed session. The primary item for discussion is a public employee appointment regarding the City Manager position.

• Public Employee Appointment: City Manager

City Council

The Highland City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct business in closed session. The council is meeting with labor negotiators regarding the salary, salary schedule, and fringe benefits for the unrepresented City Manager.

• Closed session conference with labor negotiator regarding City Manager salary and benefits

City Council

The City Council is reviewing an agreement to allow residential occupancy of the San Carlo Townhomes before a traffic signal is completed at Greenspot Road and Calhoun Road. The proposal includes a six-month timeline for the signal construction with an option for a six-month extension if progress is made. Staff recommends adopting this updated version of the agreement.

• Project Improvement Agreement for San Carlo Townhomes
• Estimated total improvement costs of $500,000
• Performance bond of $500,000 and payment bond of $250,000
• Proposed traffic signal construction at Greenspot Road and Calhoun Road

Public Works Subcommittee

The Public Works Subcommittee will review the minutes from the December 12, 2023 meeting. Members will also provide direction regarding the Omnitrans Beautiful Benches Project.

• Approval of December 12, 2023 meeting minutes
• Direction regarding Omnitrans' Beautiful Benches Project

Public Works Subcommittee

The Public Works Subcommittee will review proposed design concepts for the Omnitrans Beautiful Benches Project. The subcommittee is asked to provide direction regarding painted concrete bus benches located at Highland Avenue at Victoria Avenue, Base Line and Valaria Drive, and Palm Avenue and Base Line.

• Omnitrans Beautiful Benches Project artwork review
• Approval of December 12, 2023 meeting minutes

Community Trails Committee

The committee will conduct an election for a Chair and Vice Chair. Members will also discuss booth activities and attendance for the 2024 Citrus Harvest Festival and the 28th Annual Community Trails Day.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Review of Code of Ethics
• 2024 Citrus Harvest Festival planning
• 28th Annual Community Trails Day presentation

Community Trails Committee

The committee will conduct elections for its Chair and Vice Chair positions. Members will also discuss booth activities for the 2024 Citrus Harvest Festival and hear a presentation regarding the 28th Annual Community Trails Day.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Annual review of the Code of Ethics
• Planning for the 2024 Citrus Harvest Festival
• Presentation on the 28th Annual Community Trails Day

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct an election for Chair and Vice Chair. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding a design review application for a new quick service restaurant.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Design Review Application (DRA 23-015) for a 2,350 square foot quick service restaurant at 27864 Greenspot Road
• Approval of January 16, 2024, meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a design review for a 2,350 square foot restaurant at 27864 Greenspot Road. The project includes a double lane drive-through and outdoor dining. The commission will also hold an election for Chair and Vice Chair.

• Design Review Application (DRA 23-015) for Ono Hawaiian BBQ at 27864 Greenspot Road
• Election of Planning Commission Chair and Vice Chair
• Public hearing regarding nuisance abatement at 9th St. & Sterling Ave., San Bernardino

Historic & Cultural Preservation Board

The Board will conduct an election for Chair and Vice Chair. Members will also review the current Code of Ethics and discuss logistics for the 26th Annual Citrus Harvest Festival.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Annual review of the Code of Ethics
• Preparation for the 26th Annual Citrus Harvest Festival in 2024

Historic & Cultural Preservation Board

The Historic and Cultural Preservation Board will conduct annual elections for Chair and Vice Chair positions. The board will also review the current Code of Ethics and discuss logistics for the 26th Annual Citrus Harvest Festival.

• Election of Board Chair and Vice Chair
• Annual review of the City of Highland Code of Ethics
• Logistics discussion for the 26th Annual Citrus Harvest Festival

City Council

The Highland City Council scheduled a special meeting for January 30, 2024. The closed session agenda item involves a public employee appointment for the position of City Manager.

• Closed session discussion regarding the appointment of a City Manager

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a request for a speculative industrial warehouse building on an 11.33-acre site. Staff recommends tabling the project to allow for further coordination with Engineering Staff regarding conditions of approval. The commission will also receive and file the annual Code of Ethics.

• Conditional Use Permit CUP-23-009: 243,323 square foot speculative industrial warehouse building
• Variance VAR-23-002: Request to exceed maximum building height by 17.6 feet
• Design Review DRA-23-010: Site Plan, Building Elevations, and Grading/Landscape plans
• Vesting Tentative Parcel Map TPM 23-003: Consolidation of twenty-four parcels into one
• Annual review of the Code of Ethics

Planning Commission

The Commission is considering a request for a 243,323 square foot speculative industrial warehouse building. Staff recommends tabling the project to allow more coordination with Engineering regarding conditions of approval.

• Conditional Use Permit CUP-23-009: 243,323 square foot speculative industrial warehouse
• Variance VAR-23-002: Building height increase of 17.6 feet in the Business Park Zone
• Design Review DRA-23-010: Site Plan and Building Elevations for industrial project
• Vesting Tentative Parcel Map TPM-23-003: Consolidation of 24 parcels into one
• Annual Review of the Code of Ethics

Community Trails Committee

The Community Trails Committee will review updates regarding the Highland/Redlands Regional Connector Project along Orange Street. The meeting also includes planning for the 2024 Citrus Harvest Festival and the 28th Annual Community Trails Day. Additionally, members will receive a presentation on the Recreational Trails Program Grant.

• Update on Highland/Redlands Regional Connector Project along Orange Street
• Planning for 2024 Citrus Harvest Festival booth activities and attendance
• Presentation on the Recreational Trails Program Grant (RTP)
• Discussion of the 28th Annual Community Trails Day
• Approval of May 18, 2023, special meeting minutes

Community Trails Committee

The committee will review updates on the Recreational Trails Program Grant, which involves renovating the City's Natural Parkland. Members will also discuss attendance for the 2024 Citrus Harvest Festival and receive an update on the Highland/Redlands Regional Connector Project.

• Update on $1.5 million Recreational Trails Program (RTP) grant for natural parkland renovation
• Highland/Redlands Regional Connector Project update regarding Orange Street bikeway/trail
• 2024 Citrus Harvest Festival booth activity and attendance planning
• Planning for the 28th Annual Community Trails Day event

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss several administrative appointments and a public hearing regarding the San Carlo I Highland Townhome Apartments. The agenda also includes approving construction management services for pedestrian signal upgrades and reviewing the warrant register.

• Approval of Warrant Register No. 761 totaling $5,411,725.68 plus $233,378.55 in payroll
• Proposal for Hernandez, Kroone & Associates to provide construction management for $16,417.50 for pedestrian signal upgrades
• Public hearing regarding engineering condition revisions for the 200-unit San Carlo I Highland Townhome Apartments at Greenspot Road and Webster Street
• Appointment of Chuck Dantuono as Interim City Manager with a 10% salary increase
• Appointments for one member to the Historic and Cultural Preservation Board and one member to the Planning Commission

City Council

The Highland City Council will meet to appoint an interim city manager and review engineering revisions for a 200-unit residential complex. The council will also consider a contract for pedestrian signal upgrades and various public appointments.

• Appointment of Chuck Dantuono as Interim City Manager with a 10% salary increase
• Engineering revisions for the San Carlo I Highland Townhome Apartments at Greenspot Road and Webster Street
• Contract for pedestrian signal head and push button upgrades in the amount of $16,417.50
• Approval of Warrant Register No. 761 totaling $5,411,725.68
• Appointments to the Planning Commission and Historic and Cultural Preservation Board

City Council

The Engineering Department has outlined conditions of approval for the Greenspot Apartments development (SPR 20-001 & DRA 20-006). These requirements cover grading, landscaping, and construction mitigation measures.

• Compliance with clear sight triangle criteria at intersections and driveways
• Submission of preliminary soils reports and precise grading plans for City Engineer approval
• Implementation of dust control measures including 10 mph speed limits and daily watering
• Requirement for erosion control plans to minimize sediment transport during construction

Finance/Personnel Subcommittee

The Finance/Personnel Subcommittee will meet to consider approving minutes from the December 21, 2023, meetings. The subcommittee will also hold a closed session regarding the appointment of a City Manager.

• Approval of December 21, 2023, Closed Session meeting minutes
• Approval of December 21, 2023, meeting minutes
• Closed session regarding City Manager appointment

Finance/Personnel Subcommittee

The Finance/Personnel Subcommittee will meet to review minutes from the December 21, 2023, closed session and regular meetings. The subcommittee will also hold a closed session regarding a public employee appointment for the City Manager position.

• Review of December 21, 2023, Closed Session minutes
• Review of December 21, 2023, regular meeting minutes
• Closed session: Public Employee Appointment for City Manager

Historic & Cultural Preservation Board

The Historic and Cultural Preservation Board will meet to discuss preparations for the upcoming 2024 Citrus Harvest Festival. Staff is seeking direction regarding the festival's logistics.

• Discussion of the 26th Annual Citrus Harvest Festival in 2024
• Approval of minutes from the December 7, 2023 Special Meeting

Historic & Cultural Preservation Board

The special meeting of the Historic and Cultural Preservation Board scheduled for January 4, 2024, has been canceled. The cancellation is due to no business to be transacted. The next regularly scheduled meeting is February 1, 2024.

Historic & Cultural Preservation Board

The Historic and Cultural Preservation Board is meeting to discuss preparations for the upcoming 2024 Citrus Harvest Festival. Discussion topics include entertainment, car show layout, home tour options, and vendor coordination.

• Discussion of 2024 Citrus Harvest Festival logistics
• Review of festival budget with $14,950 in estimated expenditures
• Review of festival revenue with $15,400 in expected income
• Approval of December 7, 2023, special meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a revision to the engineering conditions for a 200-unit residential complex. The proposed changes involve the timing and method of specific on-site and off-site improvements.

• Revision to Engineering Conditions of Approval for Design Review Application DRA 20-006 (San Carlo Highland Townhome Apartments)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a request to revise engineering conditions for the 200-unit San Carlo Highland Townhome Apartments. The proposal seeks to allow earlier building occupancy by deferring certain traffic signal and utility undergrounding requirements.

• Revision of engineering conditions for San Carlo Highland Townhome Apartments
• Proposed deferral of a traffic signal at Greenspot Road and Calhoun Road
• Proposed deferral of utility undergrounding on Webster Street
• Approval of December 5, 2023, meeting minutes