Santa Clarita, CA

City Council - Special Meeting

City Council - Regular Meeting

Arts Commission - Study Session

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

Tourism Marketing District Advisory Board - Special Meeting

Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission - Regular Meeting

City Council - Regular Meeting

Arts Commission - Regular Meeting

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

City Council - Regular Meeting

Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission - Regular Meeting

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

Arts Commission - Regular Meeting

City Council - Regular Meeting

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

City Council - Regular Meeting

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission - Regular Meeting

City Council - Regular Meeting

Arts Commission - Regular Meeting

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

City Council - Regular Meeting

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission - Regular Meeting

City Council - Regular Meeting

Arts Commission - Regular Meeting

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

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Arts Commission - Regular Meeting

The Santa Clarita Planning Commission will hold the second public hearing for the Belcaro at Sand Canyon project, a proposed 341-home age-restricted development, and will consider a conditional use permit to allow distilled spirits sales at an existing 7-Eleven on Seco Canyon Road. The commission will also approve minutes from the July 7 meeting. The Belcaro hearing continues a process under the Housing Crisis Act, with a final decision expected at a future third hearing.

• Belcaro at Sand Canyon: second hearing for 341 single-family homes, age-restricted (55+), with EIR, open space dedication, and off-site road improvements
• Conditional Use Permit for distilled spirits sales at 7-Eleven, 26815 Seco Canyon Road (APN 2811-004-016)
• Approval of minutes from July 7, 2026 regular meeting
• Public comment period for Belcaro DEIR closes August 21, 2026

Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission - Regular Meeting

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Santa Clarita City Council is holding public hearings to consider adjusting fire protection developer fees by $0.0891 per square foot and modifying the Cooper Street Parking Structure district. The council will also review adoption of the Arts Master Plan 2035. A consent calendar lists routine approvals for meeting minutes, check registers, and several service contracts. The proposed fee adjustment applies to new construction projects, while the transit agreement expands public transportation routes in unincorporated valley neighborhoods.

• Public hearing on adjusting Consolidated Fire Protection District developer fees from $1.6710 to $1.7601 per square foot
• Public hearing and potential special election on annexing property into CFD No. 2020-1 (Cooper Street Parking Structure) and transferring operations to the City
• Approval of up to $150,000 from Riverview Project funds for reroofing the historic Saugus Train Station at Heritage Junction in William S. Hart Park
• Award of a two-year street sweeping contract to CMAX Commercial Maintenance Inc. for $1,247,285 annually plus contingency
• Contract award to Gillig Corporation for two Compressed Natural Gas buses up to $1,882,000

City Council - Special Meeting

The City Council will hold a closed session to discuss real property negotiations. The City Manager is authorized to negotiate the price and terms of payment for property located at 27177 Seco Canyon Road with the Saugus Union School District.

• Property negotiation: 27177 Seco Canyon Road
• Negotiation with Saugus Union School District regarding price and terms of payment
• Anticipated litigation matter

Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission - Study Session

The Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission will meet for a study session and is scheduled to tour the Canyon Country Community Center, The Rink Sports Pavillion, and William S. Hart Park.

• Commission tour of Canyon Country Community Center
• Commission tour of The Rink Sports Pavillion
• Commission tour of William S. Hart Park

Arts Commission - Regular Meeting

The Arts Commission will consider approving Request for Proposals for two temporary public art projects: the 2027 Trailhead Sculpture program along city trails and the 2027 Sidewalk Poetry Project. The commission will also vote on minutes from the June 11 meeting and receive public comments on non-agenda items. Each selected trailhead sculptor will receive $8,500 compensation.

• Approve RFP for Temporary Public Art 2027: Trailhead Sculpture, with $8,500 per selected artist
• Approve RFP for 2027 Sidewalk Poetry Project on sidewalks around Santa Clarita
• Approve minutes of June 11, 2026 Regular Meeting

The Arts Commission unanimously approved Request for Proposals for two public art projects. Staff were directed to prepare information memos for these projects to be shared with the City Council.

• Approved Request for Proposals for Temporary Public Art trail sculptures (Unanimous)
• Approved Request for Proposals for 2026 Sidewalk Poetry Project (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from June 11, 2026, Regular Meeting

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a continued public hearing on citywide Objective Design Standards (ODS) for multifamily and mixed-use residential projects, and a related zoning code amendment. They will also receive a project introduction and draft EIR for the Belcaro at Sand Canyon development. The commission is expected to vote on recommending the ODS to the City Council.

• MC26-038: Citywide multifamily and mixed-use Objective Design Standards and SCMC amendments to implement Housing Element programs HP-2.1 and HP-2.2
• Belcaro at Sand Canyon project introduction and draft Environmental Impact Report (Master Case 24-093)
• Public hearing on Belcaro to be continued to August 18, 2026
• Approval of May 19, 2026 regular meeting minutes

Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission - Regular Meeting

The Santa Clarita Planning Commission will hold a continued public hearing on proposed citywide objective design standards for multifamily and mixed-use residential projects, which would implement the city's Housing Element. They will also receive a project introduction and draft EIR for the Belcaro at Sand Canyon development, and approve minutes from the May 19, 2026 meeting.

• Continued public hearing on MC26-038: Citywide Multifamily and Mixed-Use Residential Objective Design Standards and related SCMC amendments
• Public hearing introduction for Belcaro at Sand Canyon project (Master Case 24-093) and discussion of Draft Environmental Impact Report
• Approval of minutes from the May 19, 2026 Planning Commission regular meeting
• Determination of CEQA exemption for the objective design standards under common-sense exemption

Arts Commission - Study Session

At this study session, the Santa Clarita Arts Commission will review and discuss its current committee structure, including committee assignments and areas of focus. The annual review allows commissioners to evaluate effectiveness and adjust priorities. No formal action is expected; the session is for discussion only.

• Review of 2026 Arts Commission committees, including Advocacy & Philanthropy, Arts Community, Arts Education, Arts Master Plan, Diversity/Inclusion/Belonging, Marketing & Communications, Newhall Arts & Entertainment District, and Public Art

Santa Clarita Public Television Authority - Regular Meeting

The Santa Clarita Public Television Authority will consider seating Dr. Robert Hernandez as a new board member for Saugus Union School District, reorganize its board leadership, and vote on a two-year management services agreement with SCVTV to operate public television channels. The agreement requires approval and funding allocation by the Santa Clarita City Council.

• Seating of Dr. Robert Hernandez as new board member representing Saugus Union School District
• Nominations and vote for new Board Chair, Vice Chair, and appointment of Board Secretary
• Approval of two-year Public Television Management Services Agreement with SCVTV for operations of Spectrum Channel 20 and AT&T Channel 99
• Approval of minutes from the February 18, 2025 regular meeting

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing on issuing $110 million in tax-exempt bonds for the Diamond Park Apartments, an affordable housing project by Maple Housing Foundation, and consider an associated regulatory agreement. New business includes adopting a policy on technology interruptions during public meetings as required by Senate Bill 707. The consent calendar includes insurance renewals totaling $3.9 million, a $825,000 investment management contract, and multiple landscape maintenance contracts.

• Public hearing and approval of $110 million in tax-exempt bonds for Diamond Park Apartments affordable housing project
• Renewal of general liability, property, workers' comp, and earthquake insurance for FY 2026-27 at total premiums of $3,895,128
• Award of three-year investment management contract with PFM Asset Management for up to $825,000
• Infrastructure Reimbursement Agreement with River Walk Owner, LLC for $1,135,787 in median improvements along Sierra Hwy and Soledad Canyon Rd
• Five-year landscape maintenance contract for LMD Zone T46/T47 (Northbridge/Northpark) with Marina Landscape Services for $5,360,646

The City Council unanimously approved a resolution supporting $110 million in tax-exempt bonds for the Diamond Park Apartments project, an affordable housing development by Maple Housing Foundation. The council also approved a technology interruption policy for public meetings, as required by Senate Bill 707. All consent calendar items were approved unanimously, including contracts for landscape maintenance, insurance, and open space acquisitions.

• Adopted Resolution No. 26-37 approving $110M tax-exempt bond financing for Diamond Park Apartments (unanimous)
• Approved Technology Interruption Policy for public meetings per SB 707 (unanimous)
• Approved $3.3M insurance renewal and $594,007 earthquake coverage for FY 2026-27
• Awarded $825,000 investment management contract to PFM Asset Management
• Awarded $5.36M landscape maintenance contract to Marina Landscape Services for Zones T46/T47
• Approved $3.56M acquisition of 500+ acres (Tick Canyon) for open space preservation
• Approved $251,322 purchase of 82 acres (WP Canyon Country) for open space
• Adopted Ordinance No. 26-3 setting Stormwater Pollution Prevention Fee for FY 2026-27

City Council Committee - Public Safety Committee Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on MC26-038, the proposed Multifamily and Mixed-Use Residential Objective Design Standards. This item sets design guidelines for future residential projects in Santa Clarita. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Public Hearing MC26-038: Multifamily and Mixed-Use Residential Objective Design Standards

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on proposed objective design standards for multifamily and mixed-use residential development (MC26-038). The commission may decide to recommend approval, modification, or denial of the standards to the City Council.

• Public Hearing MC26-038: Multifamily and Mixed-Use Residential Objective Design Standards

Arts Commission - Regular Meeting

The Arts Commission will review a revised draft of the Arts Master Plan 2035 following a May 21 study session and consider recommending City Council adoption. The commission will also review a proposed donation of a public art installation titled 'Drying Cars' by artist Joseph Jasik-Drdol, to be installed near Magic Mountain Parkway and Railroad Avenue. Approval of the May 14, 2026 regular meeting minutes is also on the agenda.

• Review and possible recommendation to City Council to adopt the revised Arts Master Plan 2035: Vision and Action
• Review of proposed donation of 'Drying Cars' public art installation from artist Joseph Jasik-Drdol
• Proposed artwork is a suspended vehicle design intended as a landmark for Valencia Auto Center
• Conceptual stage review: fabrication and installation costs to be borne by donor; City would accept upon completion

The Commission approved a recommendation for the City Council to adopt the revised Arts Master Plan 2035: Vision and Action. A proposed donation of an original public art installation titled 'Drying Cars' was continued pending review by the Public Art Committee.

• Approved recommendation for City Council adoption of Arts Master Plan 2035 (5-0)
• Continued review of Drying Cars public art donation

City Council - Special Meeting

The Santa Clarita City Council is holding a special meeting with the sole purpose of a closed session with legal counsel to discuss anticipated litigation (one matter). No public decisions or hearings are scheduled; the meeting will recess to closed session and reconvene only for the city attorney's announcement.

• Closed session conference with legal counsel concerning anticipated litigation (one matter) under Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4)

The Santa Clarita City Council met in special session primarily to hold a closed session regarding anticipated litigation. No votes were taken and no decisions were made in open session. The city attorney reported no reportable action from closed session.

Tourism Marketing District Advisory Board - Special Meeting

The Santa Clarita City Council is holding a special meeting with a single agenda item: a closed session to confer with legal counsel about anticipated litigation and potential initiation of a lawsuit. Public comment is allowed on this agendized item before the council recesses to closed session.

• Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation (initiation of litigation, one matter)

The Santa Clarita City Council met in special session and immediately entered closed session to discuss anticipated litigation. After reconvening, the City Attorney reported that no action was taken in closed session that required public disclosure. No other substantive decisions were made.

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold public hearings on annual assessments and special taxes for special districts, the Open Space Preservation District, and the stormwater pollution prevention fee. It will also consider adopting the Fiscal Year 2026-27 operating budget and capital improvement program, as well as a $2.5 million contract amendment for solar panels and paseo pole lighting. The consent calendar includes funding allocations for homelessness services and a design contract for traffic improvements at Copper Hill Drive and Bouquet Canyon Road.

• Adoption of FY 2026-27 annual operating budget and capital improvement program
• Public hearing and levy of assessments for Landscaping and Lighting District, Drainage Benefit Assessment Areas, and other special districts
• Introduction of ordinance setting the FY 2026-27 stormwater pollution prevention fee
• Contract amendment with Climatec, LLC for $2,542,608 for solar panel installations and paseo pole lighting
• Design contract award to Kimley-Horn for traffic improvements at Copper Hill Drive and Bouquet Canyon Road, total $711,878

The City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2026-27 annual operating budget and Capital Improvement Program, including appropriations and policies. They also approved annual levies for special districts, a stormwater pollution prevention fee, and a $2.5 million contract modification for solar panel installations and paseo pole lighting. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved FY 2026-27 annual operating budget and Capital Improvement Program (5-0)
• Approved resolutions for Landscaping and Lighting District, Drainage Benefit Areas, and other special district assessments (5-0)
• Approved stormwater pollution prevention fee for FY 2026-27 (5-0)
• Approved $2,542,608 contract modification with Climatec LLC for solar panels and paseo pole lighting (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes, check register, and Measure A funding agreement (5-0)
• Adopted annual appropriations limit and salary schedule resolutions (5-0)

Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission - Regular Meeting

The Commission will receive a presentation on the Newhall Park Improvements Concept Design, including a subterranean stormwater infiltration facility and park amenity upgrades. They will also receive an overview of Summer 2026 programming and events. The meeting includes approval of the May 7, 2026 regular meeting minutes.

• Newhall Park concept design for subterranean stormwater infiltration facility and park improvements
• Summer 2026 programming overview highlighting new and returning offerings
• Approval of May 7, 2026 regular meeting minutes

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission will receive presentations on the Newhall Park improvement concept design, which includes a subterranean stormwater infiltration facility and park upgrades, and on summer 2026 programming. The commission is also set to approve the minutes from the May 7, 2026 regular meeting.

• Newhall Park improvements: presentation of concept design for subterranean infiltration facility and park amenity upgrades
• Summer 2026 programming overview: new and returning recreation programs and events
• Approval of minutes from May 7, 2026 regular meeting

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council holds a public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2026-27 Annual Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Program, scheduling adoption for June 9, 2026. A second hearing considers annual fee adjustments tied to a 3.01% CPI increase. Consent items include road repair contracts, equipment purchases, and ticket ratification.

• Public hearing and adoption schedule for FY 2026-27 budget (adoption June 9, 2026)
• Proposed 3.01% increase to development-related fees based on CPI
• Award of overlay contract to Toro Enterprises, Inc. ($1,984,334 plus $396,867 contingency; total $2,381,201)
• Award of slurry seal contract to Union Pavement Services, Inc. ($448,160 plus $89,632 contingency; total $537,792)
• Purchase of one ABI Force Z-23 infield groomer for parks maintenance ($55,301) and ratification of Santa Clarita Dodger Day tickets ($86,881 to Los Angeles Dodgers)

The City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2026-27 annual operating budget and capital improvement program, which allocates funds for city services and infrastructure. The council also adopted a 3.01% increase to development-related fees for the upcoming fiscal year. Additionally, the council awarded road maintenance contracts, authorized a new parks maintenance vehicle, and ratified payments for the Santa Clarita Dodger Day event.

• Approved FY 2026-27 annual operating budget and capital improvement program (unanimous)
• Adopted 3.01% adjustment to development-related fees for FY 2026-27 (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including Check Register No. 11 and special district levies (unanimous)
• Awarded $2,381,201 road contract to Toro Enterprises for Overlay C project
• Awarded $537,792 road contract to Union Pavement Services for Slurry Seal project
• Approved purchase of ABI Force Z-23 infield groomer for parks maintenance up to $55,301
• Ratified $86,881 payment for Santa Clarita Dodger Day tickets and authorized future purchases

Arts Commission - Study Session

The Arts Commission will receive a presentation on the draft Arts Master Plan 2035, covering the planning process, community outreach, key findings, and recommendations. The Commission will then recommend adoption of the plan to the City Council.

• Presentation and discussion of the draft Arts Master Plan 2035, including vision and action recommendations
• Recommended action: Commission to recommend plan adoption to City Council

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the Golden Valley Road Mixed-Use Project, a 28-acre development at the northwest corner of Golden Valley Road and Sierra Highway. The proposal includes a four-story, 60-room hotel; a four-story, 151-room assisted living facility; and 73 age-qualified (55+) two-story condominium townhomes. The commission may adopt a mitigated negative declaration and approve the associated permits. The meeting also includes approval of the March 17, 2026 meeting minutes.

• Public hearing and potential vote on Master Case 21-036: Golden Valley Road Mixed-Use Project
• Project includes a 60-room hotel, 151-room assisted living facility, and 73 age-qualified condos
• Location: northwest corner of Golden Valley Road and Sierra Highway, 28-acre hillside site
• Applicant: Renaud and Sue Veluzat; case planner: Erika Iverson
• Consideration of Mitigated Negative Declaration and approvals for ADR, CUP, DR, HDR, MUP, and Tentative Map

Arts Commission - Regular Meeting

The Arts Commission will hear overviews of the 2027 Sidewalk Poetry Project and the Temporary Public Art: Trailhead Sculptures. The Chair will appoint one commissioner to each project's Artist Selection Committee. The Commission will also approve the minutes of the March 12, 2026 regular meeting and hear public comments.

• Approval of March 12, 2026 regular meeting minutes
• Overview of 2027 Sidewalk Poetry Project and appointment of one commissioner to its Artist Selection Committee
• Overview of Temporary Public Art: Trailhead Sculptures and appointment of one commissioner to its Artist Selection Committee
• Arts Spotlight honoring Naomi Young
• Public participation period for items not on the agenda

The Arts Commission approved the minutes from the March 12, 2026 meeting. Commissioner Rasmussen was appointed to the Artist Selection Committee for the 2027 Sidewalk Poetry Project. Commissioner Seratti was appointed to the Artist Selection Committee for the 2027 Temporary Public Art: Trailhead Sculptures. No action was taken on the Arts Master Plan 2035, which remains pending review.

• Approved March 12, 2026 meeting minutes
• Appointed Commissioner Rasmussen to the 2027 Sidewalk Poetry Project Artist Selection Committee
• Appointed Commissioner Seratti to the 2027 Temporary Public Art: Trailhead Sculptures Artist Selection Committee

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Santa Clarita City Council, in joint session with the Board of Library Trustees, will hold a public hearing to approve the 2026-27 Annual Action Plan for Community Development Block Grant and HOME funds. The council will also discuss Measure ER, a proposed half-percent sales tax on the June 2 ballot, and consider transferring administration of the Fourth of July Parade from SCVTV to the city. Consent items include contracts for a recreation management system ($813,903), tennis/pickleball court improvements ($701,639), and an oil-well plugging amendment ($98,000).

• Public hearing on 2026-27 Annual Action Plan for CDBG and HOME Programs
• Discussion on Measure ER, a 0.5% general sales tax for June 2026 ballot
• Transfer of Santa Clarita Valley Fourth of July Parade administration to city
• Contract with CivicPlus for recreation management system, total up to $813,903
• Construction contract for Valencia Heritage Park tennis/pickleball courts, total up to $701,639

The City Council voted unanimously to oppose Measure ER, a 0.5% general sales tax on the June 2026 ballot, citing higher sales tax burden on residents and businesses. The Council approved the 2026-27 Annual Action Plan for federal housing and community development grants (4-0, one recusal). They also approved transferring administration of the Santa Clarita Valley Fourth of July Parade to the city and authorized an agreement with SCVTV. Consent items included opposing state bills AB 748 and AB 1621, setting the November 2026 general municipal election, and awarding a recreation management system contract.

• Opposed Measure ER (5-0)
• Approved 2026-27 Annual Action Plan and substantial amendments for CDBG and HOME programs (4-0, Gibbs recused)
• Approved transfer of Fourth of July Parade administration from SCVTV to the City (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including check register No. 10, state legislation positions, and election resolutions (5-0)

City Council - Special Meeting

The City Council is holding a special meeting with a closed session to discuss labor negotiations with unrepresented employees and SEIU Local 721, as well as two anticipated litigation matters. No public action items are scheduled.

• Closed session: conference with labor negotiators for unrepresented employees
• Closed session: conference with labor negotiators for SEIU Local 721
• Closed session: conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (2 matters)

The City Council convened a special meeting primarily for closed session discussions regarding labor negotiations and anticipated litigation. No public comments were received. After reconvening, the City Attorney announced that no action was taken in closed session that required public reporting. No substantive decisions were made.

Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission - Regular Meeting

The Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission will receive a presentation on the City's Contract Class Program, which partners with individuals and organizations to offer recreational classes and camps. No formal decisions are scheduled; the meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• Presentation on the Contract Class Program overview, including partnerships and recent growth

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission will hear a staff presentation on the City's Contract Class Program, which partners with individuals and organizations to offer recreational classes, workshops, and camps. The commission will also vote to approve the minutes from the March 5, 2026 regular meeting.

• Presentation and overview of the City's Contract Class Program, including its purpose, proposal process, and recent growth in participation and programming
• Approval of minutes from the March 5, 2026 regular meeting