Santa Clarita public meetings in 2025
100 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Arts Commission - Regular Meeting
The commission will approve the minutes from the November 13, 2025 meeting. It will receive an overview of the art exhibits planned for 2026 across city exhibition spaces. It will also receive an overview of the 2026 season for The MAIN, an 81‑seat theater in Old Town Newhall.
- Approve minutes of the November 13, 2025 regular meeting
- Receive overview of 2026 art exhibits planned for city exhibition spaces
- Receive overview of the 2026 season for The MAIN theater in Old Town Newhall
The commission received overviews of the 2026 art exhibits and the 2026 season for The MAIN, and staff provided updates on upcoming events. No motions were adopted, denied, or tabled beyond routine procedural items. The meeting concluded without any recorded substantive decisions.
Tourism Marketing District Advisory Board - Special Meeting
The Santa Clarita City Council will meet in a special session on December 9, 2025 at 4:30 PM. The meeting includes a closed‑session conference with legal counsel to consider initiating litigation, referenced under Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4). No other agenda items are listed.
- Closed‑session conference with legal counsel to consider potential initiation of litigation (Gov’t Code § 54956.9(d)(4)).
The council recessed to a closed session at 4:38 p.m. to discuss anticipated litigation. The City Attorney reported that no action was taken in the closed session that required reporting. The meeting reconvened in open session at 5:08 p.m. and was adjourned.
City Council - Special Meeting
The Santa Clarita City Council will convene a special meeting on December 9, 2025, at 4:30 PM. The meeting will be held in closed session to consider a potential initiation of litigation, as referenced in Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4). No other agenda items are listed.
- Closed‑session conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (potential initiation of litigation)
The City Council convened a special meeting on December 9, 2025. The meeting included a closed session to discuss anticipated litigation, after which the City Attorney reported that no action was taken that required reporting. The meeting was adjourned without any decisions, approvals, or denials.
City Council - Special Meeting-Council Reorganization
The Santa Clarita City Council held a special reorganization meeting. The agenda included public comments, presentations, and the nomination and swearing‑in of the 2026 mayor and mayor pro tem. The meeting concluded with council comments and an after‑meeting reception.
- Nomination and swearing‑in of Mayor for 2026
- Nomination of Mayor Pro Tem for 2026
- Public participation (one‑minute comments) on agenda items
- Outgoing Mayor comments and City Manager presentation
- Reception after adjournment
The council unanimously approved the nomination of Mayor Pro Tem Laurene Weste as the city's new mayor. Councilmember Marsha McLean's nomination for Mayor Pro Tem was rejected by a 2‑to‑3 vote. Councilmember Patsy Ayala was then nominated and approved for Mayor Pro Tem by a 3‑to‑2 vote. The City Clerk administered the oath of office to Mayor Weste.
- Approved nomination of Mayor Pro Tem Laurene Weste for Mayor (unanimous)
- City Clerk administered oath of office to new Mayor Weste
- Rejected nomination of Councilwoman Marsha McLean for Mayor Pro Tem (2‑to‑3)
- Approved nomination of Councilmember Patsy Ayala for Mayor Pro Tem (3‑to‑2)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
City Council - Regular Meeting
The Santa Clarita City Council will consider a series of contract awards, budget amendments, and policy actions at its December 9 regular meeting. Items include a $7,944,466 contract for the Magic Mountain Parkway Beautification Phase I, a $1,903,200 contract for Citrus Building tenant improvements, and a $203,400 contract for three First Responders Tribute statues. The council will also adopt mid‑year budget amendment resolutions and approve annexations to the Landscape and Lighting District. Public participation will be limited to items not on the agenda.
- Award contract to Toro Enterprises, Inc. for Magic Mountain Parkway Beautification Phase I – total not to exceed $7,944,466
- Award contract to Waisman Construction, Inc. for Citrus Building Tenant Improvements – total not to exceed $1,903,200
- Award contract to Big Statues, LLC for three First Responders Tribute statues – up to $203,400
- Adopt resolutions amending FY 2024‑25 and FY 2025‑26 budgets, classification plan, and fee schedule
- Approve annexation of parcels into the Santa Clarita Landscape and Lighting District and creation of Zone 33 (Sand Canyon Plaza)
The council adopted amendments to the FY 2024‑25 and FY 2025‑26 budgets by unanimous vote. It also approved the First Responders Tribute Project, adding a California Highway Patrol statue and increasing the budget by $75,000, with a 3‑to‑1 vote. Additional items adopted included the consent calendar, a landscape and lighting district annexation, a slope‑easement vacation, and the creation of a new Landscape Maintenance District Zone 33.
- Approved First Responders Tribute Project (3‑1) – added CHP statue, budget up $75,000
- Approved FY 2024‑25 & FY 2025‑26 mid‑year budget amendments (unanimous)
- Approved consent calendar (unanimous)
- Adopted Landscape and Lighting District Annexation L‑101 resolutions
- Adopted summary vacation of slope and drainage easement at 26313 Golden Valley Road
- Adopted LMD Zone 33 (Sand Canyon Plaza) formation resolutions
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Santa Clarita Planning Commission will first approve the minutes from its October 7, 2025 meeting. It will then hold public hearings on two matters: a Conditional Use Permit to add auto body repair and painting to Busto's Auto, Inc. at 18005 Sierra Highway, and an appeal by Lyons Center, LLC for a self‑storage project at 24860 Orchard Village Road. The commission is expected to adopt a resolution approving the auto shop permit and to deny the storage‑facility appeal, each with CEQA categorical exemptions.
- Approve minutes of the October 7, 2025 Planning Commission meeting
- Conditional Use Permit (Master Case 25-129) for auto body repair and painting at 18005 Sierra Highway, exempt from CEQA review
- Denial of Appeal (Master Case 25-039) for Lyons Center Self Storage Facility at 24860 Orchard Village Road, affirming prior denial
City Council - Special Meeting
The Santa Clarita City Council will meet in a closed session to evaluate the City Manager's performance. Council members will confer with legal counsel about two anticipated litigation matters and an existing case, California Housing Defense Fund; Californians for Homeownership, Inc. v. City of Santa Clarita (LASC Case No. 25STP03239). No public decisions are scheduled for this meeting.
- Public employee performance evaluation – City Manager
- Conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (two matters)
- Conference with legal counsel on existing litigation – California Housing Defense Fund; Californians for Homeownership, Inc. v. City of Santa Clarita
The City Council convened a special meeting on November 25, 2025. A closed session was held to discuss employee performance and litigation matters, but the City Attorney reported that no action taken in closed session required reporting. The meeting reconvened and was adjourned without any substantive decisions.
City Council - Regular Meeting
The City Council will conduct a public hearing on Appeal 25‑002 for the Wiley Canyon Mixed‑Use Project (Master Case 20‑238) and vote on resolutions to deny the appeal and affirm the Planning Commission’s approval. The council will also adopt an ordinance adopting the 2025 California Building Standards Code and consider several contracts and resolutions, including a Zamboni purchase, a sewer system management plan, and a waste‑hauler rate adjustment. Routine items on the consent calendar will be approved by a single motion.
- Public hearing and resolutions to deny Appeal 25‑002 for the Wiley Canyon Mixed‑Use Project (Master Case 20‑238)
- Second reading and adoption of an ordinance adopting the 2025 California Building Standards Code
- Approval of a piggyback purchase of a Zamboni for The CUBE up to $200,625 under Sourcewell contract #120320-FZC
- Resolution adopting the updated Sewer System Management Plan
- Tax‑sharing resolutions for Sanitation District annexations Nos. 1134, 1137, and 1143
The Council adopted Resolutions 25‑55 and 25‑56, approving the Wiley Canyon Mixed‑Use Project and adding requirements for a noise study, Spanish‑Revival architectural style, and backup power for the assisted‑living facility. It also adopted the 2025 California Building Standards Code ordinance and approved the consent calendar, check registers, and a records‑retention schedule amendment.
- Approved Wiley Canyon Mixed‑Use Project (Resolutions 25‑55/56) – unanimous (Miranda, Weste, Ayala, Gibbs, McLean)
- Adopted 2025 California Building Standards Code ordinance (Ordinance 25‑5) – unanimous (Miranda, Weste, Ayala, Gibbs, McLean)
- Approved Consent Calendar – unanimous (Miranda, Weste, Ayala, Gibbs, McLean)
- Approved Check Register Nos. 23 and 24 for payment
- Adopted amendments to the City Records Retention Schedule
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The City Council is convening a special meeting consisting entirely of a closed session. The body will discuss personnel evaluations and legal matters.
- Performance evaluation of the City Manager
- Initiation of litigation regarding two matters
- Existing litigation: California Housing Defense Fund; Californians for Homeownership, Inc., v. City of Santa Clarita (LASC Case No. 25STP03239)
The council held a special meeting on Nov 25, 2025, recessed to a closed session for employee evaluation and litigation matters. The city attorney reported that no action taken in closed session required reporting. The meeting was adjourned at 6:09 p.m.
City Council Committee - Public Safety Committee Meeting
The City Council Public Safety Committee will meet to discuss a public safety update that includes recent crime rates and trends. No formal actions or decisions are scheduled for this meeting; the item is for discussion only.
- Public Safety Update – discussion of crime rates and trends
Arts Commission - Regular Meeting
The commission will vote to approve the Request for Proposals for the 2025 Temporary Public Art Trailhead Sculptures, authorizing $5,000 honoraria per artist. Commissioners will also hear a presentation on the selected contractor for the First Responders Tribute Project at the Santa Clarita Sports Complex. An appointment will be made for a commissioner to serve on the Artist Selection Committee for 2026 mural projects, and staff will give an overview of a creative economy development plan.
- Approve the Request for Proposals for Temporary Public Art Trailhead Sculptures (artist honorarium $5,000 each)
- Receive a presentation on the selected contractor for the First Responders Tribute Project at the Santa Clarita Sports Complex
- Appoint one Arts Commissioner to the Artist Selection Committee for temporary public art murals
- Receive an overview of the Creative Economy Development Plan
- Approve the minutes of the September 11, 2025 regular meeting
The Arts Commission unanimously approved the Request for Proposals for the 2025 Temporary Public Art project along the city’s trails. Commissioner Seratti was appointed to the Artist Selection Committee for the 2026 temporary mural program. The commission discussed the First Responders Tribute Project and a Creative Economy Development Plan, but no actions were taken on those items.
- Approved 2025 Temporary Public Art RFP for city trails (unanimous)
- Appointed Commissioner Seratti to the Artist Selection Committee for 2026 murals
- First Responders Tribute Project discussed (no decision)
- Creative Economy Development Plan discussed (no decision)
- Motion to adjourn passed (unanimous)
Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission - Regular Meeting
The Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission will receive an update on improvement projects at Valencia Heritage Park, Duane Harte Park, and the Santa Clarita Sports Complex. The update covers a fourth tennis court slated for bid this winter at Valencia Heritage, a meditation garden under construction at Duane Harte with completion expected in December 2025, and the design phase for the final development of the Sports Complex scheduled to finish in fall 2026. No decisions or approvals are being taken on these projects at this meeting.
- Fourth tennis court addition at Valencia Heritage Park, bid to be issued this winter
- Meditation garden construction at Duane Harte Park, anticipated completion December 2025
- Design work for final phase of Santa Clarita Sports Complex, design to be completed fall 2026
- Approval of minutes from the October 2, 2025 regular meeting
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission will receive an update on improvement projects at Valencia Heritage Park, Duane Harte Park, and the Santa Clarita Sports Complex. The update covers a fourth tennis court at Valencia Heritage Park, a meditation garden at Duane Harte Park, and design work for the final phase of the Sports Complex. No actions beyond receiving the information are recommended.
- Fourth tennis court to be added at Valencia Heritage Park, with construction bidding this winter
- Meditation garden being built at Duane Harte Park (River Village), expected completion in December 2025
- Design phase for the final development of the Santa Clarita Sports Complex, scheduled for completion in fall 2026
- Projects align with the Parks and Recreation 5‑Year Plan’s Innovation and Development goals
- Projects support the Santa Clarita 2025 Strategic Plan themes of Building Community and Sustaining Infrastructure
City Council - Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a heavy manufacturing use request for Hasa, Inc. on Springbrook Avenue. The body will also consider several land acquisitions for open space preservation and various equipment and construction contracts.
- Proposed heavy manufacturing use and building remodel at 25710 and 25750 Springbrook Avenue
- Purchase of approximately 670 acres of open space across four properties for $5,267,849
- Contract with Model 1 Bus Sales for $2,327,900 for Dial-A-Ride and Go! Santa Clarita vehicles
- Construction contract with Driltek Inc. not to exceed $1,795,690 to plug six oil wells at Needham Ranch
- First reading of an ordinance to adopt the 2025 California Building Standards Code
The council approved Master Case 25-082, granting a conditional use permit for a new heavy manufacturing facility on Springbrook Avenue. The vote was unanimous (Mayor Miranda, Mayor Pro Tem Weste, Councilmembers Ayala, Gibbs, McLean). The council also approved the Consent Calendar, several meeting minutes, and Check Register No. 22 for payment.
- Approved Master Case 25-082 (heavy manufacturing use) – unanimous (Miranda, Weste, Ayala, Gibbs, McLean); mover Jason Gibbs, seconder Patsy Ayala
- Approved Consent Calendar – unanimous (Miranda, Weste, Ayala, Gibbs, McLean); mover Laurene Weste, seconder Jason Gibbs
- Approved minutes of the October 14, 2025 Special Meeting
- Approved minutes of the October 14, 2025 Regular Meeting
- Approved minutes of the October 16, 2025 Special Meeting
- Approved Check Register No. 22 for payment of demands
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The City Council will consider several contracts and land acquisitions, including a $2,327,900 purchase of new CNG and zero‑emission transit vehicles and a $13,714 equipment rental for the Light Up Main Street event. It will also approve the acquisition of roughly 670 acres of open space using $5,267,849 in grant funds and $92,500 from the Open Space Preservation District Fund. Additional items include a $1,795,690 contract to plug oil wells at Needham Ranch and the first reading of an ordinance adopting the 2025 California Building Standards Code with local amendments.
- Approve $2,327,900 contract with Model 1 Bus Sales for five CNG cutaway vehicles, seven zero‑emission vans, tools, training, and spare parts
- Approve $13,714 contract with AV Party Rentals for Light Up Main Street equipment rentals (including $1,247 contingency)
- Approve acquisition of ~670 acres of open space using $5,267,849 grant funds and $92,500 from the Open Space Preservation District Fund
- Approve $1,795,690 contract with Driltek Inc. to plug and abandon six oil wells at Needham Ranch Open Space
- Introduce first reading of ordinance adopting the 2025 California Building Standards Code with local amendments
The council approved Master Case 25-082, granting a Conditional Use Permit for a new heavy‑manufacturing facility on Springbrook Avenue, with a unanimous vote. The Consent Calendar was also approved unanimously. Other agenda items were presented but no vote outcomes were recorded.
- Approved Master Case 25-082 heavy‑manufacturing use (unanimous, mover Gibbs, seconder Ayala)
- Approved Consent Calendar (unanimous, mover Weste, seconder Gibbs)
City Council - Special Meeting
The council met on October 16, 2025 at the Canyon Country Community Center. Mayor Bill Miranda opened the meeting, delivered a State of the City presentation, and announced the Emergency Mobile Command Unit and the transfer of William S. Hart Park. No agenda items were presented and no votes were taken. The meeting adjourned at 4:16 p.m.
City Council - Special Meeting
The Santa Clarita City Council will meet in a closed session to discuss price and payment terms for several real‑property parcels. Negotiations involve the Santa Clarita Valley Food Pantry, Jassik Vartanian, Nikolas and Audra Labelle, and Chaleff and English for parcels ranging from about 1 acre to 186 acres. The council will also hold labor negotiations for both represented and unrepresented city employees. All negotiations will be conducted by the City Manager or a designee.
- Real‑property negotiation for ~1 acre at Newhall Ave and Pine Street (Parcel 2827-002-028) with Santa Clarita Valley Food Pantry
- Real‑property negotiation for ~145 acres at Sierra Highway and Davenport Road (Parcels 2813-019-011, 2813-019-012, 2813-019-013, 2813-020-014) with Jassik Vartanian
- Real‑property negotiation for ~186 acres at Charlie Canyon Road, Castaic (Parcels 2865-004-007, 2865-004-018, 2865-004-022, 3244-023-011) with Nikolas and Audra Labelle
- Real‑property negotiation for ~49 acres at Burton and Far Hills Road, north of Vasquez Canyon (Parcels 2813-016-010, 2813-017-001, 2813-017-004) with Chaleff and English
- Labor negotiations for all city employees, both represented by SEIU Local 721 and unrepresented, conducted by the City Manager or designee
The City Council recessed to a closed session at 5:00 p.m. to conduct real‑property and labor negotiations. The City Attorney later announced that no action taken in closed session required reporting. The meeting reconvened and adjourned with no decisions recorded.
City Council - Regular Meeting
The council will hold a public hearing on proposed assessment increases for Landscape Maintenance District Zones T44, T48 and T62. Council members will discuss Proposition 50, a constitutional amendment that will appear on the November 5, 2025 special election ballot. The council will consider and likely approve a 20‑year, non‑exclusive agreement with Aspire Broadband Holdings, Inc. to use city right‑of‑way and lease dark fiber for citywide high‑speed internet. Routine items on the consent calendar, including minutes and check registers, will be approved by a single motion.
- Public hearing on assessment increases for Landscape Maintenance District Zones T44 (Bouquet Canyon), T48 (Shadow Hills) and T62 (Canyon Heights)
- Discussion of Proposition 50 – Election Rigging Response Act to appear on the November 5, 2025 special election ballot
- Approval of a 20‑year agreement with Aspire Broadband Holdings, Inc. for city right‑of‑way access and lease of dark fiber strands
- Award of a five‑year landscape maintenance contract to Stay Green, Inc. for Zones T51 (Valencia High School) and 16 (Valencia Industrial Center) up to $1,655,074
- Award of a five‑year landscape maintenance contract to Marina Landscape Services, Inc. for Zones 20 (Golden Valley Ranch Commercial) and 21 (Golden Valley Ranch Residential) up to $1,533,260
The council approved assessment increases for Landscape Maintenance District Zones T44, T48 and T62. It adopted a unanimous opposition to Proposition 50. It approved a 20‑year agreement with Aspire Broadband Holdings to provide citywide high‑speed fiber internet. The consent calendar and both the September 23, 2025 special and regular meeting minutes were also approved unanimously.
- Approved assessment increases for Landscape Maintenance District Zones T44, T48, T62 (Resolutions 25‑50 to 25‑53) – unanimous
- Adopted opposition to Proposition 50 – unanimous
- Approved 20‑year fiber optic agreement with Aspire Broadband Holdings, Inc. – unanimous
- Approved consent calendar – unanimous
- Approved September 23, 2025 special meeting minutes – unanimous
- Approved September 23, 2025 regular meeting minutes – unanimous
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Arts Commission - Regular Meeting
The City Council is convening a special meeting consisting primarily of a closed session. The body will discuss price and payment terms for four property acquisitions and meet with labor negotiators.
- Property negotiation: +/- 1 acre at Newhall Ave and Pine Street with Santa Clarita Valley Food Pantry
- Property negotiation: +/- 145 acres at Sierra Highway and Davenport Road with Jassik Vartanian
- Property negotiation: +/- 186 acres in Castaic at Charlie Canyon Road with Nikolas and Audra Labelle
- Property negotiation: +/- 49 acres at Burton and Far Hills Road with Chaleff and English
- Labor negotiations with SEIU Local 721 and unrepresented employees
The City Council held a special meeting that recessed to a closed session for real‑property and labor negotiations. The City Attorney reported that no action required reporting was taken. The meeting reconvened and adjourned without any decisions.
City Council - Study Session
The City Council will hold a study session to receive a staff presentation on affordable housing programs and policies at the state and local level. The presentation will cover available funding sources the City can use to support and expand affordable housing opportunities. Council members will discuss the information and may give direction on the City’s affordable housing initiatives. No formal actions or votes are scheduled for this meeting.
- Affordable housing study session – staff presentation on programs, policies, and funding sources
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Planning Commission will first approve the minutes from its September 16, 2025 meeting. It will then hold public hearings and vote on two development proposals. The first is Master Case 23‑033, a 5,630‑sq‑ft two‑story single‑family residence with accessory pool house on the southern terminus of Mikhail Street (APN 3244‑148‑068). The second is Master Case 24‑263, a tentative parcel map and single‑family residence on 16100 Lost Canyon Road (APN 2840‑007‑010). Both items are recommended for approval with CEQA categorical exemptions.
- Approve minutes of the September 16, 2025 Planning Commission meeting.
- Adopt Resolution P25‑15 to approve Master Case 23‑033 for a 5,630‑sq‑ft single‑family residence with accessory pool house at Mikhail Street (APN 3244‑148‑068).
- Adopt Resolution P25‑09 to approve Master Case 24‑263, Tentative Parcel Map 084714, and an administrative permit for a single‑family residence at 16100 Lost Canyon Road (APN 2840‑007‑010).
Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission - Regular Meeting
The Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission will approve the minutes from its September 4, 2025 meeting. It will also receive a staff presentation updating the commission on recent open‑space acquisitions. No actions or votes are listed beyond the minutes approval.
- Approve minutes of the September 4, 2025 regular meeting
- Open Space Acquisition Update – commission receives a status briefing
City Council Committee - Public Safety Committee Meeting
The Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission will approve the minutes from its September 4, 2025 meeting. It will provide a public participation period for residents to address items not on the agenda. The commission will receive an update on recent open space acquisitions presented by Mariela Delgado.
- Approve minutes of the September 4, 2025 regular meeting
- Public participation segment for unscheduled resident comments
- Open Space Acquisition Update – commission receives an update
City Council - Special Meeting
The City Council will meet in a closed session to discuss three matters. First, legal counsel will brief the council on the existing litigation City of Santa Clarita v. Canyon View Limited et al., Case No. PC058773 (Appellate Court Case No. B320230). Second, counsel will address anticipated litigation that the city plans to initiate. Third, real‑property negotiators will discuss price and payment terms for the Tapia Canyon area parcel (Assessor’s Parcel No. 2865-021-008) with Candice Butler, represented by the City Manager.
- Closed‑session conference with legal counsel on existing litigation: City of Santa Clarita v. Canyon View Limited et al., Case No. PC058773, Appellate Court Case No. B320230
- Closed‑session conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (initiation of a new lawsuit)
- Closed‑session conference with real‑property negotiators on Tapia Canyon area, Assessor’s Parcel No. 2865-021-008, negotiating price and terms of payment with Candice Butler
The City Council held a special meeting on September 23, 2025, with all members present and no public comments. After a closed session, the council voted unanimously to authorize filing a nuisance abatement action and to seek the appointment of a receiver to clean up the property at 20309 Lakemore. No other substantive actions were recorded.
- Authorized filing of nuisance abatement action and appointment of receiver for 20309 Lakemore (unanimous)
City Council - Study Session
The Santa Clarita City Council will hold a study session with the Arts Commission to review the status of the Arts Master Plan's 61 recommendations and the 2026 Public Art Report. No formal decisions are scheduled.
- Review of Arts Master Plan Culmination Report
- Review of 2026 Arts Commission Public Art Report
- Joint meeting with Arts Commission
City Council - Regular Meeting
The Santa Clarita City Council will consider approving contracts for transit hydrogen fueling services and senior services, along with revisions to library policies. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes and a check register.
- Transit hydrogen fueling contract: $412,638 to Twining, Inc.
- Senior services agreement: $525,000 to Santa Clarita Valley Committee on Aging
- Approval of Special Meeting minutes from September 9, 2025
- Approval of Regular Meeting minutes from September 9, 2025
- Parcel Map No. 83806 (Triumph Avenue) for subdivision purposes
The council unanimously approved the consent calendar. It also approved the minutes of the September 9 special and regular meetings, ratified Check Register No. 19, and adopted revisions to City Council and Library policies. The council awarded a $358,816 contract (with a $53,822 contingency, total not to exceed $412,638) to Twining, Inc. for hydrogen fueling inspections, and approved a $525,000 agreement with the Santa Clarita Valley Committee on Aging. Finally, the council approved Parcel Map No. 83806 for the Triumph Avenue subdivision.
- Consent calendar approved unanimously
- September 9 special and regular meeting minutes approved
- Check Register No. 19 approved for payment
- City Council and Library policy revisions approved
- Awarded hydrogen fueling contract to Twining, Inc. (up to $412,638)
- Approved $525,000 agreement with Santa Clarita Valley Committee on Aging
- Approved Parcel Map No. 83806 and related easement abandonment
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Planning Commission will consider adopting resolutions to certify the Final Environmental Impact Report and approve the Wiley Canyon Mixed-Use Project, which includes a senior-living facility, commercial space, and multi-family apartments. The body will also hear public testimony on a two-lot subdivision and an industrial renovation project.
- Wiley Canyon Mixed-Use Project (Master Case 20-238) - Senior living, commercial, and multi-family development
- Cross Street Two-Lot Subdivision (Master Case 23-031) - Creating two single-family lots
- Hasa, Inc. Industrial Renovation Project (Master Case 25-082) - Relocation of bottling operations
- Ruether Self-Storage Facility (Master Case 25-048) - Conversion of industrial building to self-storage
- Approval of August 19, 2025, Planning Commission minutes
Arts Commission - Regular Meeting
The Santa Clarita Arts Commission will approve the minutes from its June 12, 2025 meeting. It will adopt the Arts Master Plan Culmination Report and recommend that the report be presented to the City Council. Commissioners will receive an overview of the 2025 Business for Artists Conference and will approve the 2026 Public Art Report, directing staff to share it with the Council.
- Approve minutes of the June 12, 2025 Arts Commission meeting
- Approve the City of Santa Clarita Arts Master Plan Culmination Report and recommend City Council review
- Receive an overview of the 2025 Business for Artists Conference
- Approve the Arts Commission 2026 Public Art Report and direct staff to share it with the City Council
- Public participation segment for speakers on items not on the agenda
The commission unanimously approved the Arts Master Plan Culmination Report and the 2026 Public Art Report, directing staff to forward both to the City Council. The overview of the 2025 Business for Artists Conference was discussed but no action was taken. The meeting was adjourned at 7:22 p.m.
- Approved Arts Master Plan Culmination Report (unanimous)
- Approved Arts Commission 2026 Public Art Report (unanimous)
- Discussed 2025 Business for Artists Conference (no decision)
- Meeting adjourned at 7:22 p.m.
City Council - Special Meeting
The City Council is holding a special meeting primarily for closed session discussions. The body will meet with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation and with real property negotiators concerning a specific parcel of land.
- Negotiation with Los Angeles County regarding price and terms for property adjacent to Newhall Pass Open Space (APN 2827-036-001)
- Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding the initiation of one litigation matter
Mayor Miranda called the special meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. and a closed session was held to discuss anticipated litigation and a real‑property negotiation. The council reconvened in open session at 6:01 p.m.; the city attorney reported that no action taken in closed session required reporting. The meeting was adjourned at 6:02 p.m.
City Council - Regular Meeting
The City Council will review an update on the Old Town Newhall shuttle service pilot and give staff direction for its future. It will approve easements for the Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency on two city parcels and a quitclaim of an existing easement. A resolution to vacate part of Placerita Canyon Road and accept trail and restricted‑use easements will be adopted. The Council will also consider awarding a three‑year facilities asset management software contract to Brightly Software, Inc. for up to $302,291.
- Approve a three‑year facilities asset management software contract with Brightly Software, Inc., not to exceed $302,291
- Approve easements on APNs 2811-065-911 and 2811-067-906 to the Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency and quitclaim of an existing easement on APN 2811-067-906
- Adopt a resolution vacating portions of Placerita Canyon Road and accepting easements for public trail and restricted‑use purposes
- Receive an update and provide direction on the Shuttle Service Pilot Program in Old Town Newhall
- Approve the August 26, 2025 regular meeting minutes and payment of Check Register No. 18
The council approved a Memorandum of Understanding with the Los Angeles County Affordable Housing Solutions Agency to access approximately $3.4 million in Measure A funds. It also approved a three‑year $302,291 facilities asset‑management software contract with Brightly Software, Inc. The council approved easements on city‑owned parcels for water and drainage facilities and paused the Old Town Newhall shuttle service pilot for further review. The consent calendar was approved unanimously.
- Approved MOU for Measure A affordable housing funds (no vote recorded)
- Approved three‑year $302,291 Brightly Software facilities asset‑management contract
- Approved easements on APNs 2811‑065‑911 and 2811‑067‑906 for water and drainage facilities
- Paused Old Town Newhall shuttle service pilot pending staff reassessment
- Approved consent calendar unanimously (ayes: Ayala, Miranda, Gibbs, McLean, Weste)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission - Regular Meeting
The Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission will receive an update on the Phase II expansion and rehabilitation of David March Park. The project, which began construction in October 2024, adds a baseball field, restroom building, parking, an exercise staircase, and other amenities and is scheduled for completion in Spring 2026. Funding for the project was approved in the Fiscal Year 2023‑24 annual budget.
- Approve minutes of the June 5 2025 regular meeting
- Receive update on David March Park Phase II construction (new baseball field, restroom, parking, exercise staircase, shade structures, picnic gazebo, basketball court, playground surfacing, walk path)
- Project construction started October 2024 and is slated for completion Spring 2026
- Funding approved in FY 2023‑24 budget
- Public participation offered for items not on the agenda (no action taken at this meeting)
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission will approve the minutes from its June 5, 2025 meeting. It will also receive an update on the David March Park Phase II expansion and rehabilitation project, which began in October 2024 and is scheduled for completion in Spring 2026. The project includes a new baseball field, restroom building, parking areas, exercise staircase, shade structures, picnic gazebo, basketball court, playground surfacing, and a looping walk path, funded by the Fiscal Year 2023‑24 annual budget.
- Approval of the June 5, 2025 regular meeting minutes
- David March Park Phase II construction update (new facilities and enhancements)
- Funding for the park project approved in the FY 2023‑24 budget
Arts Commission - Study Session
The Santa Clarita Arts Commission will discuss the 2026 Arts Grants Program and consider appointing a commissioner to the Peer Ratings Panel. It will also review the Temporary Public Art Trailhead program and consider appointing a commissioner to the Trailhead Art Selection Committee. Additionally, the commission will receive a report on visual and performing arts venues and facilities.
- Appointment of a commissioner to the Peer Ratings Panel for the 2026 Arts Grants Program
- Appointment of a commissioner to the Trailhead Art Selection Committee for the Temporary Public Art Trailhead program
- Receipt of the Arts Facilities and Venues Report covering visual and performing arts venues
City Council - Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold public hearings on a proposed modification to the Hartwell Mixed‑Use Project, expanding it to 98 apartments and 6,300 sq ft of commercial space at Main, Market and Railroad. It will also consider a Tax Equity and Fiscal Responsibility Act resolution to approve up to $65 million in tax‑exempt bonds for The Master's University and Seminary. Additionally, the Council will vote on a Planning Commission appointment, a construction contract for a Meditation Garden at Duane R. Harte Park, and a multi‑vehicle purchase using Sourcewell contracts.
- Modify Hartwell Mixed‑Use Project to 98 units and 6,300 sq ft commercial at Main/Market/Railroad Ave.
- Approve TEFRA resolution for up to $65 million tax‑exempt bonds for The Master's University and Seminary.
- Appointment to fill an unscheduled vacancy on the Planning Commission.
- Award Meditation Garden contract to Estate Design and Construction, up to $215,380, at Duane R. Harte Park.
- Purchase city vehicles: Altec bucket truck ($243,045), Freightliner vactor truck ($704,765), two pickup trucks ($130,229).
The council approved a modification to the Hartwell Mixed‑Use Project, adding 98 apartments and 6,300 sq ft of commercial space, with a 3‑0 vote. A proposal to issue up to $65 million in tax‑exempt bonds for The Master's University was defeated in a 2‑2 tie. The council also filled a Planning Commission vacancy and approved the consent calendar and special meeting minutes.
- Approved Hartwell Mixed‑Use Project modification (Resolution 25‑47) – 3 aye, 0 nay
- Defeated Master's University TEFRA bond resolution – 2 aye, 2 nay (tie)
- Approved Daniel Faina appointment to Planning Commission – unanimous
- Approved Consent Calendar items (except Item 11 pulled) – unanimous
- Approved July 8, 2025 Special Meeting minutes – unanimous
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three development requests, including a senior living complex and industrial conversions. The body will also consider approving minutes from the June 17, 2025, meeting.
- Wiley Canyon Mixed-Use Project: senior-living facility (130 independent, 61 assisted, 26 memory care units), 8,914 sq ft commercial, and 379 apartments
- Ruether Self-Storage Facility: conversion of a one-story industrial building to a three-story self-storage facility at 26477 Ruether Avenue
- Marathon Trucks: retroactive permit for auto body repair and painting at the southeast intersection of Centre Pointe Parkway and Golden Valley Road
The Planning Commission voted 4‑0 to continue the Wiley Canyon Mixed‑Use Project, selecting Alternative 5 as the preferred alternative and adding two conditions. It also approved the Ruether Self‑Storage conversion (Master Case 25‑048) and the Marathon Trucks auto‑body shop (Master Case 24‑104), each with CEQA categorical exemptions, both by unanimous 4‑0 votes. The minutes from the June 17, 2025 meeting were approved by voice vote.
- Approved continuation of Wiley Canyon Mixed‑Use Project to Sep 16 2025, selecting Alternative 5 and adding conditions (4‑0)
- Approved Ruether Self‑Storage Facility conversion, adopting Resolution P25‑08 (4‑0)
- Approved Marathon Trucks auto‑body shop retroactive permit, adopting Resolution P25‑10 (4‑0)
- Approved June 17, 2025 Planning Commission minutes (voice vote, 4‑0)
- Adjourned meeting at 7:45 p.m. (4‑0)
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Santa Clarita Planning Commission will consider approving three development projects: a senior living facility, a self-storage facility, and an auto body repair shop. The body will also approve the minutes from the previous meeting.
- Approval of June 17, 2025 Planning Commission minutes
- Wiley Canyon Mixed-Use Project (Master Case 20-238)
- Ruether Self-Storage Facility (Master Case 25-048)
- Marathon Trucks (Master Case 24-104)
- Public hearing on items not on the agenda
The commission approved the minutes from the June 17, 2025 meeting. It continued the Wiley Canyon Mixed-Use Project, selecting Alternative 5 and adding conditions. It also approved the conversion of a Ruether Avenue building to a three‑story self‑storage facility and a retroactive permit for Marathon Trucks auto‑body shop. All three approvals were unanimous.
- Approved June 17, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0 voice vote)
- Continued Wiley Canyon Mixed-Use Project, selecting Alternative 5 with conditions (4-0 roll‑call vote)
- Approved conversion of 26477 Ruether Avenue to a three‑story self‑storage facility (4-0 roll‑call vote)
- Approved retroactive permit for Marathon Trucks auto‑body and painting use at Centre Pointe Parkway and Golden Valley Road (4-0 roll‑call vote)
Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission - Study Session
The Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission will conduct a site‑visit tour of several city facilities, including Begonias Lane Park, The Rink construction site, The Cube Ice and Entertainment Center, Old Orchard Park, and Valencia Community Center. The meeting is a study session, so the commission is not taking formal action but is recommending attendance at the tours. Public comment is limited to the listed items.
- Site visit to Begonias Lane Park
- Site visit to The Rink construction site
- Site visit to The Cube: Ice and Entertainment Center
- Site visit to Old Orchard Park
- Site visit to Valencia Community Center
Arts Commission - Regular Meeting
The Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission will hold a study session to tour several city parks and facilities. The planned visits include Begonias Lane Park, The Rink construction site, The Cube: Ice and Entertainment Center, Old Orchard Park, and Valencia Community Center. The commission will discuss observations from these site visits, but no formal actions are being taken at this meeting.
- Tour of Begonias Lane Park
- Tour of The Rink construction site
- Tour of The Cube: Ice and Entertainment Center
- Tour of Old Orchard Park
- Tour of Valencia Community Center
City Council - Special Meeting
The Santa Clarita City Council will convene a special meeting on July 8, 2025 at 5:30 PM. The meeting will include a closed‑session conference with legal counsel to consider an anticipated litigation matter under Government Code §54956.9(d)(4). No other agenda items are listed.
- Closed‑session conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (Gov. Code §54956.9(d)(4))
The City Council voted unanimously to authorize filing a nuisance abatement action against Tacos Carmelita and its owners. The action seeks a court order prohibiting the business from operating until required health and other permits are obtained. A closed session was held to discuss anticipated litigation, but no other decisions were made.
- Authorized filing of nuisance abatement action against Tacos Carmelita (unanimous)
- Held closed session to discuss anticipated litigation (procedural)
City Council - Regular Meeting
The council will discuss a Summer Shuttle Service pilot in Old Town Newhall and consider the removal of Planning Commissioner Denise Lite. It will adopt a resolution to levy increased assessments for Landscape Maintenance District Zones T44, T48, and T62 for FY 2026‑27. The body will also approve a $476,145 contract with Los Angeles County for Measure A Local Solutions Funds and several infrastructure contracts.
- Discussion of Summer Shuttle Service Pilot Program in Old Town Newhall
- Consideration of removal of Planning Commissioner Denise Lite
- Resolution to levy increased assessments for LMD Zones T44 (Bouquet Canyon), T48 (Shadow Hills), and T62 (Canyon Heights) for FY 2026‑27
- Approval of $476,145 Measure A Local Solutions Fund contract with Los Angeles County (funds to Family Promise, Bridge to Home, and a Homeless Services Intern)
- Award of $402,604 (plus $40,260 contingency) construction contract to R.C. Becker, Inc. for the 2024‑25 Federal Overlay and Slurry Seal Program, Project M0158
The council approved the Summer Shuttle Service Pilot Program with a $25,000 budget unanimously. It also approved the removal of Planning Commissioner Denise Lite by a 3‑to‑2 vote. The Consent Calendar was approved unanimously.
- Approved Summer Shuttle Service Pilot Program, $25,000 (unanimous)
- Approved removal of Planning Commissioner Denise Lite (3-2)
- Approved Consent Calendar (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission - Regular Meeting
The Santa Clarita City Council will meet in a special session on July 8, 2025. After a brief public participation period, the council will enter a closed session to discuss a matter of anticipated litigation under Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4). The meeting will reconvene in open session for a city attorney announcement before adjourning.
- Closed session conference with legal counsel to consider initiation of litigation (Gov. Code §54956.9(d)(4))
The special meeting was recessed to a closed session and later reconvened. The council then voted unanimously to authorize filing a nuisance abatement action against Tacos Carmelita and its owners. The action seeks a court order to stop the business until required health and other permits are obtained.
- Authorized filing of nuisance abatement action against Tacos Carmelita (unanimous)
Tourism Marketing District Advisory Board - Special Meeting
The Tourism Marketing District Advisory Board will hold a special meeting on June 24, 2025 at 2:00 PM in the City Hall Mural Room. Board members will discuss a recap of the 2024‑25 advertising campaign, transit matters, upcoming conferences, and a report from the Economic Development Manager. The board will also consider the schedule for future meetings in September and December 2025.
- Item 1 – Advertising campaign 2024‑25 recap (discussion)
- Item 2 – Transit (discussion)
- Item 3 – Conferences (discussion)
- Item 4 – Economic Development Manager's report (discussion)
- Item 5 – 2025 future meeting schedule: September 16, December 9 (discussion)
City Council - Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold a joint meeting with the Board of Library Trustees to discuss adopting new Cal Fire hazard severity zone maps. The body is also considering several construction and design contracts for city beautification and railroad safety.
- First reading of an ordinance adopting Cal Fire Hazard Severity Zone maps
- Construction contract for Newhall Gateway Beautification (Project B2018) not to exceed $2,993,238
- Design contract for Newhall Avenue Railroad Safety Improvements (Project C2029) not to exceed $1,046,140
- Insurance premium payments for FY 2025-26 totaling $3,236,993 for general/property/workers' comp and $654,769 for earthquake coverage
- Second reading of amendments to the MetroWalk Specific Plan
The City Council adopted the Fire Hazard Severity Zone map ordinance with a unanimous vote. The Consent Calendar was also approved unanimously. The Council adopted a Memorandum of Understanding with Service Employees International Union Local 721 (Resolution No. 25‑42). Finally, the MetroWalk Specific Plan amendment was adopted (Ordinance No. 25‑2).
- Adopted Fire Hazard Severity Zone map ordinance (unanimous: Ayala, Gibbs, Weste, McLean, Miranda)
- Approved Consent Calendar (unanimous: McLean, Ayala, Weste, Gibbs, Miranda)
- Adopted MOU with SEIU Local 721 (Resolution No. 25‑42)
- Adopted MetroWalk Specific Plan amendment (Ordinance No. 25‑2)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council Committee - Development Committee Meeting
The City Council Development Committee will meet to review and discuss a request for a TEFRA hearing regarding The Master’s University.
- Request for TEFRA hearing — The Master’s University
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The commission will first approve the minutes from the May 20, 2025 meeting. It will then hold a continued public hearing on the Newhall Avenue Mixed‑Use project, which proposes 106 multifamily units and 4,000 square feet of commercial space, and staff will recommend adopting Resolution P25-06. A separate public hearing will address the Diver Street hillside development, a 3,589‑square‑foot single‑family residence with an attached garage on a 2.3‑acre lot, with staff recommending Resolution P25-07.
- Approve minutes of the May 20, 2025 Planning Commission meeting
- Continued public hearing for Newhall Avenue Mixed‑Use (106 units, 4,000 sq ft commercial) – staff recommends Resolution P25-06
- Public hearing for Diver Street hillside development (3,589 sq ft residence, 1,763 sq ft garage) – staff recommends Resolution P25-07
Arts Commission - Regular Meeting
The Arts Commission will review the status of 61 recommendations from the City of Santa Clarita Arts Master Plan. This review is part of a culmination report to be adopted in July 2025 and shared with the City Council in September 2025.
- Review of 61 recommendations in the Arts Master Plan
- Approval of May 8, 2025, Regular Meeting minutes
- Arts Spotlight: Major Impact Theater
- Arts Star: Rosy Sackstein and David Riotstein
The commission reviewed the status of the 61 recommendations in the Arts Master Plan and recorded the discussion as Item 1. A motion was made to approve the May 8, 2025 meeting minutes, and a motion was made to adjourn the meeting at 7:25 p.m.; the outcomes of these motions were not recorded in the minutes.
- Reviewed status of 61 Arts Master Plan recommendations (discussed, no vote)
- Motion to approve May 8, 2025 meeting minutes (outcome not recorded)
- Motion to adjourn meeting at 7:25 p.m. (outcome not recorded)
City Council - Regular Meeting
The council will hold public hearings and adopt ordinances on the FY 2025‑26 stormwater pollution prevention fee, open‑space and special‑district levies, and will adopt the FY 2025‑26 budget and capital improvement program. It will also consider and vote on several contracts, including a $423,254 window‑seal repair contract for City Hall and Valencia Library and multi‑million‑dollar road overlay and slurry‑seal contracts. Additional items include acceptance of a $25,000 flood‑control grant, adoption of a MetroWalk specific‑plan amendment, and routine consent‑calendar actions.
- Award a construction contract to Angelus Waterproofing and Restoration, Inc., up to $423,254 for City Hall & Valencia Library window seal and wall joint repair
- Accept and appropriate a $25,000 Safe, Clean Water public education and community engagement grant from the Los Angeles County Flood Control District
- Introduce and waive reading of the ordinance determining the FY 2025‑26 annual stormwater pollution prevention fee
- Approve contracts for 2024‑25 Overlay C ($3,218,063), Overlay D ($4,540,348), and Slurry Seal ($1,514,566) projects
- Adopt resolutions for the FY 2025‑26 annual budget and capital improvement program
The council approved the annual stormwater pollution prevention fee ordinance for FY 2025‑26. It adopted the Open Space Preservation District levy and the special‑district levy resolutions. The full FY 2025‑26 operating budget and capital improvement program were adopted. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved Stormwater Pollution Prevention Fee ordinance (unanimous, 5 ayes)
- Adopted Open Space Preservation District levy (unanimous, 5 ayes)
- Adopted special‑district levy resolutions for five districts (unanimous, 5 ayes)
- Adopted FY 2025‑26 operating budget and capital improvement program (unanimous, 5 ayes)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council Committee - Public Safety Committee Meeting
The City Council Public Safety Committee will meet to discuss a public safety update. The discussion will cover local crime rates and trends.
- Public safety update on crime rates and trends
Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission - Regular Meeting
The Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission will receive an overview of the 2025 summer season programming. Staff will highlight new offerings and returning activities, including summer camps, contract classes, and swimming at the City's first indoor pool.
- Overview of 2025 summer programming, including events at community centers, pools, and parks
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The City Council Public Safety Committee will hold a special meeting on June 5, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. in the Orchard Conference Room, 1st floor, City Hall. The agenda contains a single item: a public safety update that will present local crime rates and trends. The committee is scheduled to discuss the update and no formal actions are listed.
- Public safety update – discussion of crime rates and trends
City Council - Regular Meeting
The City Council will conduct public hearings on the proposed 2025-26 annual operating budget, capital improvement program, and a 3.42% increase in development-related fees. The body will also consider a rate adjustment for waste services and a specific plan amendment for MetroWalk.
- Public hearing for Fiscal Year 2025-26 Annual Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Program
- Proposed 3.42% increase for development-related fees and charges
- MetroWalk Specific Plan amendment to allow duplexes and detached condos
- Extraordinary rate adjustment for Burrtec Waste Industries, Inc. due to Chiquita Canyon Landfill closure
- Contracts for two CNG buses ($1,850,357) and Polaris library system ($836,098)
The Council adopted Resolution No. 25‑23, raising development‑related fees by 3.42% in line with the CPI, with a unanimous vote. It also unanimously approved the 2025‑26 Annual Action Plan for the Community Development Block Grant and Home Investment Partnerships Act programs. No action was taken on the FY 2025‑26 budget hearing.
- Approved 3.42% fee increase (Resolution No. 25‑23) – unanimous (Ayala, Weste, McLean, Miranda)
- Approved 2025‑26 Annual Action Plan for Community Development Block Grant – unanimous (Weste, Ayala, McLean, Miranda)
- No action taken on FY 2025‑26 budget and capital improvement program hearing
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Arts Commission - Study Session
The Santa Clarita Arts Commission will hold a study session on May 20, 2025 to discuss the city's 2035 Arts Plan, a ten‑year strategic roadmap for arts growth. Commissioners will review the plan’s needs and goals with Keen Independent Research, LLC, a firm specializing in arts planning. No formal actions or votes are scheduled; the session is for informal discussion and public input.
- Review of the 2035 Arts Plan: Vision and Development
- Consultation with Keen Independent Research, LLC on arts planning
- Public comments permitted on the listed item (up to three minutes per speaker)
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The commission will review and vote on the Draft FY 2025‑2026 Capital Improvement Program for consistency with the General Plan. A public hearing will be conducted for the Newhall Avenue Mixed‑Use project, which proposes 106 multifamily units and 4,000 sq ft of commercial space. The commission will consider adopting Resolution P25‑06 to approve the project's permits and conditions.
- Approve minutes from the April 15, 2025 regular meeting
- Minute action finding that the Draft FY 2025‑2026 Capital Improvement Program aligns with the General Plan
- Public hearing on Newhall Avenue Mixed‑Use (Master Case 21‑146) – 106 multifamily units, 4,000 sq ft commercial
- Consider adoption of Resolution P25‑06 to approve multiple permits for the Newhall Avenue project
Arts Commission - Special Meeting
The Arts Commission is holding a special meeting as part of a town‑hall at the California Institute of the Arts. City staff and a consultant will present an overview of the Arts Plan and seek community feedback on the future of arts in Santa Clarita. No formal decisions are scheduled; the session is for discussion only.
- Presentation of Arts Plan overview by Keen Independent Research, LLC
- Soliciting public feedback on future arts initiatives in Santa Clarita
- Meeting facilitated by City staff and a consultant
- Location: California Institute of the Arts, 24700 McBean Parkway, Valencia
City Council - Special Meeting
The City Council will meet in closed session to consider a pending litigation matter under Government Code §54956.9(d)(4). The council will also hold a conference with labor negotiators regarding both represented employees (SEIU Local 721) and unrepresented employees, as required by Government Code §54957.6. No other agenda items are listed.
- Initiation of litigation (Gov. Code §54956.9(d)(4)) – one matter
- Conference with labor negotiators for unrepresented employees (Gov. Code §54957.6)
- Conference with labor negotiators for represented employees (SEIU Local 721) (Gov. Code §54957.6)
The council voted unanimously to file a civil nuisance abatement action, requesting a court‑appointed receiver for the property at 28797 Bouquet Canyon Road. The action is intended to address the identified nuisance at that site. The meeting also included a brief closed‑session recess and later reconvened to open session.
- Approved filing of civil nuisance abatement action and request for receiver for 28797 Bouquet Canyon Rd (unanimous)
City Council - Regular Meeting
The Santa Clarita City Council will hold a public hearing to continue a five-story mixed-use building project and consider updates to municipal codes. The council will also vote on adjusting fire protection developer fees, approving software contracts, and renewing a landscape maintenance subscription.
- Public hearing for Newhall mixed-use building with 78 units
- Public hearing to adjust Consolidated Fire Protection District developer fees
- Approval of Microsoft Enterprise Agreement for $197,915
- Approval of VMware software contract with CDW-G for $136,000
- Renewal of HydroPoint Data Systems LMD subscription for $2,294,349
The council adopted Resolution No. 25‑12 approving the Newhall mixed‑use project, including conditional‑use, minor‑use, adjustment, design‑review and development permits, with amendments to the historic‑preservation fee and demolition conditions. The vote was 3‑0, with Councilwoman McLean abstaining and Mayor Pro Tem Weste recused. The council also approved the first reading of municipal code updates (Master Case 24‑112, UDC24‑001, SP24‑001) unanimously.
- Approved Newhall mixed‑use project (Resolution 25‑12) with fee and demolition amendments (3‑0)
- Approved municipal code updates (Master Case 24‑112, UDC24‑001, SP24‑001) first reading (unanimous)
- Requested follow‑up memorandum evaluating AB 2097 baseline‑study costs (approved)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Open Space Preservation District Financial Accountability and Audit Panel - Regular Meeting
The Financial Accountability and Audit Panel will review the Fiscal Year 2023-24 financial statements and annual report. The body will also consider the Open Space Acquisition Implementation Work Program for Fiscal Year 2025-26.
- Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for 2025
- Presentation from independent auditor on the Open Space Preservation District fund
- Review and approval of Fiscal Year 2023-24 Annual Financial Report
- Approval of the Open Space Acquisition Implementation Work Program for Fiscal Year 2025-26
Arts Commission - Regular Meeting
The Santa Clarita Arts Commission will consider approving a Request for Proposals for the 2026 Sidewalk Poetry Project, which invites residents to submit poems with a theme of 'Share a Santa Clarita Secret'.
- Approval of April 10, 2025, meeting minutes
- 2026 Sidewalk Poetry Project Request for Proposals
- Public participation period for non-agenda items
- Upcoming Old Town Newhall Art Walk (May 7)
- Art exhibits at City Hall and libraries
The commission voted unanimously to approve the Request for Proposals for the 2026 Sidewalk Poetry Project, directing staff to prepare an information memo for the City Council. A motion to approve the April 10, 2025 meeting minutes was made, and a motion to adjourn the meeting at 6:40 p.m. was also presented.
- Approved Request for Proposals for 2026 Sidewalk Poetry Project (unanimous; AYES: Millar, Rasmussen, Shapiro, Thompson, Seratti)
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Financial Accountability and Audit Panel will elect officers for 2025 and review the Open Space Preservation District's Fiscal Year 2023-24 financial statements and audit. The panel will also approve the Fiscal Year 2025-26 work program for open space acquisition.
- Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson for 2025
- Review of Fiscal Year 2023-24 financial statements and audit
- Approval of Fiscal Year 2025-26 Open Space Acquisition Work Program
- Presentation from Independent Auditor on Open Space Preservation District fund
- Public comment period for non-agenda items
Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission - Regular Meeting
The Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission will receive an update on the Old Orchard Park rehabilitation project, which began construction in November 2024 and is slated for completion in summer 2025. The commission will also receive an overview of the department’s communications and outreach strategies. Additionally, the commission will approve the minutes from the April 3, 2025 regular meeting.
- Receive update on Old Orchard Park rehabilitation project (construction started Nov 2024, completion summer 2025)
- Receive overview of communications and outreach strategies for the Recreation and Community Services Department
- Approve minutes of the April 3, 2025 regular meeting
City Council - Study Session
The City Council, Planning Commission, Parks, Recreation & Community Services Commission, and Arts Commission will hear a presentation on the preparation of the Fiscal Year 2025‑26 budget. This study session allows informal discussion and better understanding of the upcoming budget process. No formal actions or votes are scheduled during this meeting.
- Item 1 – Presentation on preparation of Fiscal Year 2025‑26 Budget
City Council - Special Meeting
The Santa Clarita City Council convened a special meeting with a closed‑session portion. Council members will meet with real‑property negotiators to discuss price and payment terms for parcels at Sierra Highway and Remsen Street. The City Manager is designated as the city's authorized negotiator. No final agreement is recorded in the agenda.
- Closed‑session conference with real‑property negotiators for parcels at Sierra Highway & Remsen Street (Assessor’s Parcel Nos. 2827‑009‑008, 2827‑010‑007, 2827‑011, 2827‑012, 2827‑013, 2827‑030‑001, 2827‑032‑001, 2827‑032‑002)
- Negotiating parties: Forum Engineering and Construction and the City of Santa Clarita
- City Manager acting as the city's authorized negotiator
- Discussion of price and terms of payment for the listed parcels
The City Council met on April 22, 2025, opened a closed session to discuss real‑property negotiations for parcels at Sierra Highway & Remsen Street, and then reconvened. The City Attorney reported that no action required reporting was taken. The meeting was adjourned at 6:15 p.m. No substantive decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded.
City Council - Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold public hearings on a five-story mixed-use project and 2025 municipal code updates. The body will also review a proposal for a first responder tribute project and several infrastructure and land preservation contracts.
- Proposed five-story building with 78 units and 5,200 sq ft of commercial space at Main St, Market St, and Railroad Ave
- Purchase of 457+/- acres at Vasquez Canyon Ranch for $2,589,314
- Pavement contracts for Overlay A ($2,089,325) and Overlay B ($6,699,900)
- Purchase of a Caterpillar Excavator Model 306 not to exceed $153,762
- Design contract increase of $200,000 for Vista Canyon Road Bridge
The council adopted a proclamation designating the week of April 20‑26, 2025 as National Volunteer Week. Mayor Pro Tem Weste recused herself from the Newhall Mixed‑Use public hearing and left the dais for that agenda item. No vote totals were recorded for these actions.
- Proclaimed April 20‑26, 2025 as National Volunteer Week (no vote tally provided)
- Mayor Pro Tem Weste recused from Agenda Item 1 (Newhall Mixed‑Use) and left the dais
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council Committee - Budget Committee Meeting
The Budget Committee will hold a special meeting to discuss the proposed 2025‑26 annual budget for Santa Clarita. Members may comment on the budget after a brief presentation. No decisions or votes are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion only.
- Item 1 – Fiscal Year 2025‑26 Budget: discussion and comment
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Santa Clarita Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a MetroWalk Specific Plan amendment (Master Case 24-230). The commission will evaluate consistency with the Sustainable Communities Environmental Assessment and adopt Resolution P25-05 recommending City Council approval. The amendment seeks to expand housing types, reduce setbacks, eliminate planning areas, adjust senior affordable unit timing, and allow an in-lieu fee option.
- Amend MetroWalk Specific Plan to allow duplexes and detached condos (Specific Plan Amendment 24-002)
- Reduce setbacks between units within the MetroWalk area
- Eliminate planning areas in the MetroWalk Specific Plan
- Adjust timing for construction of senior affordable units
- Allow payment of an in-lieu fee instead of constructing senior affordable apartments
Arts Commission - Regular Meeting
The Arts Commission will approve the minutes from the March 13, 2025 meeting. It will receive an update on Arts Master Plan Recommendation 1.4, which explores extending the percent-for-art requirement to new private development, including commercial, industrial, and multi-unit residential projects. The meeting also includes a public participation segment for items not on the agenda.
- Approve the minutes of the March 13, 2025 Arts Commission meeting
- Receive update on Arts Master Plan Recommendation 1.4 – extension of percent-for-art to private development
- Public participation period for comments on items not listed on the agenda
The commission approved the regular meeting minutes from March 13, 2025 after a motion by Commissioner Shapiro and a second by Commissioner Rasmussen. The meeting was then adjourned by a motion from Commissioner Rasmussen, seconded by Commissioner Seratti. No other formal actions were taken.
- Approved regular meeting minutes of March 13, 2025 (motion by Shapiro, seconded by Rasmussen)
- Adjourned the meeting at 7:01 p.m. (motion by Rasmussen, seconded by Seratti)
City Council - Regular Meeting
The City Council will consider a five‑signature letter to the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors about sheriff department vacancies. It will also vote on a contract increase for the Wiley Canyon Development Project Environmental Impact Report, raising the amount to $390,022. Additional consent‑calendar items include revisions to the Tesoro Adobe easement, payment of Check Register No. 07, and approval of March 25 meeting minutes.
- Approve five‑signature letter to LA County Board of Supervisors regarding sheriff vacancies
- Approve revisions to the Tesoro Adobe Reciprocal Easement Agreement with the Tesoro Del Valle Homeowners Association
- Increase Wiley Canyon EIR consultant contract from $335,200 to $371,450 plus $18,572 contingency, total not to exceed $390,022
- Approve and ratify payment demands in Check Register No. 07
- Approve minutes of the March 25, 2025 special and regular City Council meetings
The Council voted unanimously to approve and send a five‑signature letter to the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors regarding sheriff deputy vacancies. The Consent Calendar was also approved unanimously. No other substantive actions were recorded as decided at this meeting.
- Approved five‑signature letter to LA County Board of Supervisors (unanimous)
- Approved Consent Calendar (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission - Regular Meeting
The Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission will receive an overview of planned events for the 2025 calendar year. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the March 6, 2025, regular meeting.
- 2025 Events Overview including SENSES Block Party, Cowboy Festival, and 4th of July celebrations
- Approval of March 6, 2025 Regular Meeting minutes
City Council Committee - Development Committee Meeting
The Santa Clarita City Council Development Committee will hold a special meeting to review and discuss the Metrowalk Project. The meeting is a working session for committee members and staff to informally understand the major issues surrounding the project.
- Metrowalk Project presentation and update
- Review and discuss the Metrowalk Project
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission will approve the minutes from the March 6, 2025 regular meeting and will receive a presentation outlining the City’s scheduled community events for 2025. The overview includes details on events such as the SENSES Block Party, FestAbility, Cowboy Festival, Eggstravaganza, and other programs throughout the year. No decisions or actions beyond receiving the overview are proposed.
- Approve minutes of the March 6, 2025 regular meeting
- Receive overview of the City’s 2025 community events schedule
City Council Committee - Legislative Committee Meeting
The Legislative Committee is reviewing recommendations to oppose Assembly Bills 507 and 893. Both bills would allow certain housing projects to bypass local zoning and public review processes through streamlined approvals.
- Recommendation to oppose Assembly Bill 507 regarding adaptive reuse project incentives
- Recommendation to oppose Assembly Bill 893 regarding affordable housing near colleges
City Council Committee - Public Safety Committee Meeting
The City Council Public Safety Committee will meet on March 25, 2025 at 4:00 PM in the Orchard Room, 1st floor of City Hall, 23920 Valencia Blvd. The agenda includes a public safety update covering local crime rates and trends. The committee will discuss the update; no formal action is listed.
- Public safety update – discussion of crime rates and trends
City Council - Special Meeting
The Santa Clarita City Council will meet in closed session to discuss existing litigation with Canyon View Limited. The meeting is scheduled for March 25, 2025, at 5:30 PM in the City Council Chambers.
- Closed session to consider existing litigation: City of Santa Clarita v. Canyon View Limited et al.
- Case No. PC058773, Appellate Court Case No. B320230
- Meeting location: City Council Chambers, 23920 Valencia Blvd.
- Public participation available for agendaized items
- Meeting adjournment after closed session
The City Council convened a special meeting on March 25, 2025. After a brief closed session, the City Attorney reported that no action required reporting was taken. The meeting was then adjourned.
City Council - Regular Meeting
The Santa Clarita City Council will consider a series of routine items on its March 25, 2025 regular meeting agenda, including approval of the prior meeting minutes and a check register. It will vote on several contracts and purchases, such as a $531,104 water‑testing contract for the Vista Canyon Water Factory and a $81,065 purchase of seven Big Belly solar trash and recycling units for city parks. The council will also extend design contracts for the Dockweiler Drive Extension, increasing the total design authority to up to $4,882,236. Additional actions include adopting a parcel map for Tannahill Avenue and awarding a $652,625 construction contract for concrete rehabilitation and ADA access ramps.
- Approve a three‑year water‑testing contract with Geosyntec Consultants for up to $531,104 at Vista Canyon Water Factory
- Approve purchase of seven Big Belly Solar Trash and Recycling Units for city parks, not to exceed $81,065
- Extend design contracts for Dockweiler Drive Extension, raising total design authority to up to $4,882,236
- Adopt Parcel Map No. 80287 for Tannahill Avenue, accepting and rejecting specific dedication offers
- Award construction contract to MSH Development Group for concrete rehabilitation and ADA ramps, up to $652,625
The council unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included regular meeting minutes, a check register payment, a $531,104 water‑testing contract for Vista Canyon, seven Big Belly solar trash units up to $81,065, a covenant for the McBean Transit Center, a 10‑year license with Whittaker Corp, Parcel Map No. 80287, and a $652,625 contract for the 2024‑25 Concrete Rehabilitation and ADA Access Ramps program. Items 3 and 8 were pulled for separate votes; the state‑legislation position was approved unanimously. No other actions were taken during the executive portion of the meeting.
- Approved regular meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved Check Register No. 06 payments (unanimous)
- Approved Vista Canyon Water Factory testing contract $531,104 (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of seven Big Belly solar trash units up to $81,065 (unanimous)
- Approved covenant and environmental restriction for McBean Transit Center (unanimous)
- Approved 10‑year license agreement with Whittaker Corp and EHS Support LLC (unanimous)
- Approved Parcel Map No. 80287 and related dedications (unanimous)
- Approved 2024‑25 Concrete Rehabilitation and ADA Access Ramps contract $652,625 (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Tourism Marketing District Advisory Board - Special Meeting
The commission will hold public hearings on a proposed five‑story mixed‑use building with 78 residential units and about 5,200 sq ft of commercial space at Main, Market and Railroad Avenue. It will also review updates to the municipal code and specific plans for Old Town Newhall, Lyons Corridor, and Soledad Canyon Road. The commission will adopt resolutions recommending City Council approval of these items.
- Newhall Mixed Use (Master Case 24‑134): conditional use, minor use, adjustment, design review, and development permits for a five‑story building and demolition of the Masonic Lodge/Courthouse.
- 2025 Municipal Code Updates (Master Case 24‑112): Unified Development Code Amendment 24‑001 and Specific Plan Amendment 24‑001 for Old Town Newhall, Lyons Corridor, and Soledad Canyon Road.
- Approval of minutes from the February 18, 2025 regular meeting.
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Santa Clarita Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed five-story mixed-use building in Old Town Newhall and consider updates to municipal codes. The agenda also includes the approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Public hearing for Newhall mixed-use building (Master Case 24-134)
- Public hearing for 2025 Municipal Code updates (Master Case 24-112)
- Approval of February 18, 2025 Regular Meeting minutes
- Newhall mixed-use project: 78 units, 5,200 sq ft commercial
- Newhall mixed-use project: 24300, 24308, 24316 Main Street
Arts Commission - Regular Meeting
The Santa Clarita Arts Commission will approve the minutes from its February 13, 2025 meeting. It will then receive an update on the Santa Clarita Regional Strategic Arts Education Plan, including status of implementation and timeline. The agenda also provides time for public comments on items not listed, though the Commission will not act on those comments at this meeting.
- Approve minutes of the February 13, 2025 Arts Commission meeting
- Receive update on the Santa Clarita Regional Strategic Arts Education Plan
- Public participation segment for comments on items not on the agenda (no action taken)
- Review of the Arts Commission’s ADA accessibility notice
City Council - Regular Meeting
The Santa Clarita City Council will consider routine consent items, including approval of minutes from the February 25 special and regular meetings and payment of Check Register No. 05. The Council will also authorize a contract with Model 1 Bus Sales to purchase five CNG Dial‑A‑Ride vehicles for up to $1,220,576. Additionally, a contract will be awarded to SWCA Environmental Consultants to prepare an Environmental Impact Report for the Belcaro at Sand Canyon project, not to exceed $369,564. Public participation will be offered for topics not on the agenda, but no action will be taken on those items.
- Approve minutes of the February 25, 2025 special meeting
- Approve minutes of the February 25, 2025 regular meeting
- Approve and ratify payment demands in Check Register No. 05
- Authorize contract with Model 1 Bus Sales for up to $1,220,576 to buy five CNG Dial‑A‑Ride vehicles
- Award contract to SWCA Environmental Consultants for an Environmental Impact Report up to $369,564
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission - Regular Meeting
The Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission will receive an overview of concept plans to refurbish the Begonias Lane Park playground. The project involves replacing equipment installed in 1995 with inclusive elements, rubberized safety surfacing, and additional shade.
- Begonias Lane Park playground refurbishment concept plans
City Council Committee - Development Committee Meeting
The Santa Clarita City Council Development Committee will hold a special meeting to review and discuss the Belcaro at Sand Canyon project. The meeting is a working session for committee members and staff to informally discuss the major issue.
- Review and discuss Belcaro at Sand Canyon project
- Public participation available for agenda items
- Special meeting of the City Council Development Committee
Arts Commission - Study Session
The Arts Commission will hold a study session to informally discuss the process for Arts Grants. The body will also determine which Commissioners will serve on specific commission committees.
- Discussion of the Arts Grants process
- Appointment of Commissioners to Arts Commission Committees
City Council - Special Meeting
The City Council will meet in closed session to receive briefings from legal counsel on litigation matters. Topics include the existing case City of Santa Clarita v. Canyon View Limited et al. (Case No. PC058773), a matter of anticipated significant exposure to litigation, and a matter involving initiation of litigation. No actions or votes are listed on the agenda.
- Conference with legal counsel – existing litigation: City of Santa Clarita v. Canyon View Limited et al., Case No. PC058773
- Conference with legal counsel – anticipated litigation: significant exposure, 1 matter
- Conference with legal counsel – initiation of litigation: 1 matter
City Council - Regular Meeting
The council will consider several routine items on the consent calendar, including approvals of meeting minutes and appointments to the Library Board. It will also vote on contracts for performing arts centers, a trail easement, and a $245,175 fund transfer for the Central Park Buildout. A public hearing will be held on the results of the 2025‑26 Community Needs Assessment Survey for the CDBG program.
- Approve $245,175 transfer from the Site Improvements Fee Fund to Central Park Buildout (Project P4019)
- Approve up to $80,000 per year for a three‑year Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center agreement with College of the Canyons
- Approve up to $75,000 per year for a three‑year Newhall Family Theatre agreement with Newhall School District
- Adopt resolution to vacate dedication and accept easement for trail purposes along Sultus Street and Sand Canyon Road
- Renew Industrial Waste Service Agreement with Los Angeles County for up to $650,000 per year
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council Committee - Development Committee Meeting
The Development Committee will present and discuss updates to the Unified Development Code. The meeting is a working session for council members and staff to understand the proposed changes. Public speakers may address the item for up to three minutes. No formal action or vote is scheduled.
- Unified Development Code updates – presentation and discussion
Santa Clarita Public Television Authority - Regular Meeting
The Santa Clarita Public Television Authority is deciding on a new lease for its studio facility and reorganizing its board leadership. The body is also considering the seating of a new board member representing the William S. Hart Union High School District.
- Proposed lease for 3,542-square-foot studio at 22505 14th Street with Dachi Enterprises through March 31, 2026, at a rate not to exceed $6,620.87 per month
- Seating of Dr. Michael Vierra as a new Director replacing Mike Kuhlman
- Election of a new Board Chair, Vice Chair, and appointment of a Secretary
- Approval of May 30, 2024, regular meeting minutes
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings to decide on two conditional use permits. These include a request for a new wireless communications facility and a request to allow liquor sales at an existing convenience store.
- Proposed 65-foot Verizon wireless monopole and equipment enclosure at 28251 Newhall Ranch Road
- Conditional Use Permit for liquor and spirits sales at 20500 Newhall Avenue
- Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
- Approval of December 3, 2024 regular meeting minutes
Arts Commission - Regular Meeting
The Santa Clarita Arts Commission will vote to approve the minutes from its January 9, 2025 meeting. It will consider appointing one commissioner to serve on the Artist Selection Committee for the 2026 Sidewalk Poetry project. The commission will also receive an overview of the City’s planned arts and cultural events for 2025.
- Approve the minutes of the Arts Commission meeting held on January 9, 2025
- Appoint one Arts Commissioner to the Artist Selection Committee for the 2026 Sidewalk Poetry project
- Receive an overview of the City of Santa Clarita’s 2025 arts and cultural events
City Council - Special Meeting
The City Council will hold a closed session to discuss price and terms for two real‑property transactions. One involves parcels at Old Road/Romeo Canyon Road and Tapia Canyon Road/North Hog Farm Road with Flying R LLC. The other involves parcels at Vasquez Canyon Road/Lost Creek Road and Lost Creek Road/Far Hills Road with Vasquez Canyon Ranch, LLC. The City Manager is the authorized negotiator for both deals.
- Closed‑session negotiation of price and terms for parcels 2865-021-015 & 2865-021-006 with Flying R LLC
- Closed‑session negotiation of price and terms for parcels 2813-013-032, 2813-015-015, 2813-015-014, 2813-015-010, 2813-015-008, 2813-014-003 & 2813-016-011 with Vasquez Canyon Ranch, LLC
City Council - Regular Meeting
The City Council will approve routine items on the consent calendar, including the minutes of the January 28, 2025 meeting, payment of Check Register No. 03, and a fund‑transfer agreement with Los Angeles County to receive the municipal share of the Safe Clean Water Measure W parcel tax. The council will also hold a public hearing on a Tax Equity and Fiscal Responsibility Act resolution to issue up to $130 million in revenue bonds for Ativo Senior Living. Public participation will be provided for topics not listed on the agenda.
- Approve the minutes of the City Council meeting held on January 28, 2025.
- Approve and ratify payment of Check Register No. 03 for the period 12/27/24‑01/16/25.
- Authorize the City Manager to sign the Fund Transfer Agreement with Los Angeles County for the 40 percent municipal share of Safe Clean Water Measure W parcel tax.
- Conduct a public hearing and adopt a TEFRA resolution to issue revenue bonds up to $130 million for Ativo Senior Living.
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council Committee - Development Committee Meeting
The City Council Development Committee will hold a special meeting to receive a presentation and update on the Princessa Crossroads Project. The committee’s recommended action is to review and discuss the project. No formal decisions are slated for this meeting.
- Princessa Crossroads Project – presentation and update; committee to review and discuss
Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission - Regular Meeting
The Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission will approve the minutes of the October 3, 2024 regular meeting. It will also receive a presentation on programming at the newly opened Valencia Community Center, a 12,000‑square‑foot facility that held its ribbon‑cutting on December 9, 2024 and began its first programs the week of January 13, 2025. The overview will cover preschool, day camps, aquatics, senior activities, and facility rentals for the first year of operation.
- Approve minutes of the October 3, 2024 Regular Meeting
- Valencia Community Center programming overview (preschool, day camps, aquatics, senior activities, rentals)
- Presentation by Lance O'Keefe on the Center’s first year of operation
City Council - Study Session
The City Council will hold a joint study session with the Planning, Arts, and Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commissions. The body will receive a presentation on the proposed Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget.
- Presentation of the proposed FY 2025-2026 Budget
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission will receive an overview of the first-year operational plans for the Valencia Community Center. The body will also consider approving the minutes from the October 3, 2024, meeting.
- Valencia Community Center programming updates including preschool, day camps, aquatics, senior activities, and facility rentals
- Approval of October 3, 2024 Regular Meeting minutes
City Council - Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a Tax Equity and Fiscal Responsibility Act resolution to approve the issuance of tax‑exempt bonds up to $130 million by the California Public Finance Authority and up to $170 million by the Arizona Industrial Development Authority to fund a 140‑bed senior living community. The meeting also includes an appeal for a second accessory structure in the Placerita Canyon Special Standards District, adoption of 2025 committee appointments, and votes on routine items such as a land‑management software contract, easement vacation, no‑stopping zones, a traffic‑survey contract, and community services and arts grants.
- Approve TEFRA resolution for up to $130 M (CalPFA) and $170 M (Arizona Industrial Development Authority) bonds for Ativo Senior Living 140‑bed project
- Hear Appeal No. 24‑005 for a second accessory structure (RV metal garage) in Placerita Canyon Special Standards District
- Award a three‑year Accela, Inc. land‑management system contract up to $869,889 (including 5% contingency)
- Adopt resolution creating No Stopping Any Time zones on north side of Oakhurst Drive south of Dockweiler Drive (115‑ft and 255‑ft zones)
- Approve 2025 Community Services and Arts Grants totaling up to $200,000
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council Committee - Budget Committee Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a Tax Equity and Fiscal Responsibility Act resolution to issue up to $130 million from the California Public Finance Authority and up to $170 million from the Arizona Industrial Development Authority to finance a 140‑bed senior living community. The Council will also consider an appeal for a second accessory structure in the Placerita Canyon Special Standards District, adopt the 2025 Committee Appointments, approve a three‑year Accela land‑management system contract up to $869,889, and vote on resolutions for an easement vacation, no‑stopping zones, a traffic survey contract, and $200,000 in community services and arts grants. All items on the Consent Calendar will be approved by a single motion.
- Issue up to $130 million (CalPFA) and $170 million (Arizona Industrial Development Authority) bonds for the Ativo Senior Living 140‑bed rental community
- Appeal No. 24‑005 for a second accessory structure in the Placerita Canyon Special Standards District
- Award a three‑year Accela, Inc. land‑management system contract not to exceed $869,889
- Adopt resolution to vacation the landscape maintenance easement at 19608 Monarch Ridge Drive
- Establish No‑Stopping zones (115‑ft and 255‑ft) on the north side of Oakhurst Drive south of Dockweiler Drive
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Santa Clarita Planning Commission will hold a study session to receive a presentation from City Staff and the City Attorney's Office. The presentation will cover the Commission's role, norms, procedures, and Brown Act requirements. No formal actions or decisions are scheduled for this meeting.
- Presentation on Planning Commission role, norms, procedures, and Brown Act rules (citywide)
Planning Commission - Study Session
The Planning Commission will receive a presentation from City Staff and the City Attorney's Office. The session serves as a training and refresher on the commission's general duties, land use application reviews, and Brown Act rules.
- Presentation on Planning Commission roles, norms, and procedures
City Council - Regular Meeting
The City Council will discuss the Mayor Selection Process and consider authorizing Burrtec Waste Industries, Inc. to use landfills other than the Chiquita Canyon Landfill. The body will also review nominations for vacancies on several city commissions and panels.
- Construction contract for Plum Canyon Road median refurbishment not to exceed $1,963,685
- Construction contract for North Oaks and Santa Clarita Park pool deck repairs not to exceed $487,705
- Two-year encampment clean-up services contract with Woods Maintenance Services, Inc. up to $200,000 annually
- Civic art contract for The Rink Sports Pavilion awarded to Annette Coleman for $80,000
- Acceptance of a $20,737 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Arts Commission - Regular Meeting
The Arts Commission will consider approving the 2025 Arts Grants Program funding recommendations and supporting agreements for the Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center and Newhall Family Theatre. The body will also review the Sidewalk Poetry Project and Arts Master Plan research.
- 2025 Arts Grants Program funding recommendations
- Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center agreement
- Newhall Family Theatre for the Performing Arts agreement
- 2025 Sidewalk Poetry Project final selected poems
- Arts Master Plan Recommendation 7B.1 research update
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Santa Clarita Arts Commission will approve the minutes from its November 14, 2024 meeting and consider several unfinished business items, including the 2025 Arts Grants program and the Sidewalk Poetry Project. It will receive updates on the Arts Master Plan and will recommend two agreements—one for the Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center at College of the Canyons and another for the Newhall Family Theatre at Newhall Elementary—to the City Council. New business items are presented for informational purposes only.
- Approve minutes of the November 14, 2024 Arts Commission meeting
- Support Peer Review Panel's $100,000 funding recommendations for the 2025 Arts Grants program
- Approve final selected poems for the 2025 Sidewalk Poetry Project
- Support agreement for the Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center at College of the Canyons
- Support agreement for the Newhall Family Theatre for the Performing Arts at Newhall Elementary