Laguna Hills public meetings in 2021
28 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council / Planning Agency
The City Council is holding a special meeting to convene in closed session. The body will meet with legal counsel to discuss one potential case involving anticipated litigation.
- Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding one potential case of anticipated litigation
City Council / Planning Agency
The City Council will conduct a reorganization to elect a Mayor and Mayor Pro Tempore. The body will also recognize the city's 30th anniversary and review several progress payments for city infrastructure and tenant improvements.
- Ratification of Warrant Register for Nov 13 to Dec 2, 2021, in the amount of $1,197,082.58
- Progress Payment No. 1 of $101,222.50 to SD Design Construction Corporation for Civic Center Suite 160 improvements
- Progress Payment No. 3 of $576,727.66 to Petrochem Materials Innovation, LLC for citywide pavement rehabilitation and Ridge Route Drive resurfacing
- Cancellation and continuance of the hearing for The Village at Laguna Hills Project (former Laguna Hills Mall site) to February 8, 2022
- Approval of the M2 Expenditure Report for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2021
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission will receive updates on 2021 recreation activities and provide feedback on security camera and lighting installations. The body will also address two unscheduled commission vacancies.
- Feedback on security cameras and lighting at the Community Center and Sports Complex
- 2021 Recreation Activity Update
- Report on two unscheduled vacancies for the Parks and Recreation Commission
- Approval of October 6, 2021 meeting minutes
City Council / Planning Agency
The City Council is holding a special meeting to convene in closed session. The body will meet with legal counsel to discuss one potential case of anticipated litigation.
- Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding one potential litigation case
City Council / Planning Agency
The City Council and Planning Agency will consider a new ordinance for state-mandated organic recycling and a payment for citywide pavement rehabilitation. The Planning Agency will hold a public hearing regarding a pet grooming facility. The Council will also discuss support for the Laguna Hills Chamber of Commerce.
- Adoption of an ordinance amending Chapter 5-32 (Solid Waste) to implement SB 1383 organic recycling regulations
- Progress Payment No. 2 of $1,050,472.33 to Petrochem Materials Innovation, LLC for pavement rehabilitation
- Public hearing for Conditional Use Permit No. 0077-2021 for a pet grooming facility at 26548 Moulton Parkway, Suite 48-F
- Ratification of Warrant Register for October 29 to November 12, 2021, in the amount of $2,066,791.43
- Authorization to advertise for bids for LH on the Hill, CIP No. 403
City Council / Planning Agency
The City Council is convening a special meeting to enter a closed session. The session is dedicated to a conference with legal counsel regarding one potential case of anticipated litigation.
- Closed session regarding anticipated litigation (one potential case)
City Council / Planning Agency
The City Council and Planning Agency will meet to discuss city management recruitment, organic recycling mandates, and traffic signal funding. The body is also reviewing county supervisorial redistricting plans and local emergency status for COVID-19.
- Interviews and selection of a firm for City Manager Recruitment Services
- Ratification of Warrant Register for the period Oct 15 to Oct 28, 2021, in the amount of $388,263.58
- Proposed ordinance to implement SB 1383 organic recycling regulations in Chapter 5-32 of the Municipal Code
- Funding applications to Orange County Transportation Authority for traffic signal projects at Golden Lantern-Moulton Parkway and Bake Parkway-Rockfield Boulevard
- Summary vacation of a 2,638 sq. ft. easement parallel to Alicia Parkway
City Council / Planning Agency
The City Council will appoint and swear in a qualified candidate to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Bill Hunt. The body will also review a draft of the 2021-2029 Housing Element Update and proposals for City Manager recruitment services.
- Appointment of a candidate to fill the City Council vacancy left by Bill Hunt
- Ratification of the October 26, 2021, Warrant Register in the amount of $1,050,148.16
- Review of the Public Review Draft of the 2021-2029 Housing Element Update
- Review of proposals for City Manager Executive Recruitment Services
- Budget amendment for FY 2020-2021 Inter-fund Transfers to the General Fund
City Council / Planning Agency
The City Council is holding a special meeting to interview qualified applicants for a City Council vacancy. This vacancy was created by the resignation of former Council Member Bill Hunt.
- Interviews and potential appointment of a candidate to fill the City Council vacancy
City Council / Planning Agency
The City Council will meet to review and discuss applications received for a City Council vacancy. The goal of this discussion is to select qualified candidates to be interviewed at a future date.
- Review and discussion of City Council vacancy applications
City Council / Planning Agency
The City Council and Planning Agency will discuss updating false alarm and traffic violator apprehension fees. The body is also reviewing a budget amendment for automated license plate readers and a payment for citywide pavement rehabilitation.
- Payment of $218,883.80 to Petrochem Materials Innovation, LLC for pavement rehabilitation (CIP No. 101-L & 188)
- Public hearing to update the City's False Alarm Fee
- Public hearing to update the Traffic Violator Apprehension Program Fee
- Budget amendment for Automated License Plate Readers (CIP No. 518)
- Master Sign Program request for new construction at 24888, 24892, and 24896 Alicia Parkway
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and receive administrative reports. The session includes updates on park quality control and the holiday season event schedule.
- Approval of August 4, 2021 meeting minutes
- Park Quality Control Program Update
- Holiday Season Event Schedule
City Council / Planning Agency
The City Council is meeting to consider the appropriation of the city's full allocation of Coronavirus-related State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds. These funds are intended to cover revenue losses and respond to the public health emergency and economic impacts of COVID-19.
- Appropriation of American Rescue Plan Act State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds
City Council / Planning Agency
The City Council and Planning Agency will discuss filling a council vacancy and updating zoning regulations for accessory dwelling units. The body is also considering a waste procurement agreement with Lake Forest and the appropriation of American Rescue Plan Act funds.
- Ratification of September 28, 2021, Warrant Register in the amount of $1,127,817.10
- Payment of $6,631.00 to GC Electric Solar Corporation for Civic Center EV Charging Stations
- Authorization to purchase a replacement police motorcycle from Irv Seaver BMW of Orange
- Public hearing for Zoning Text Amendment No. (RZNE) 0005-2021 regarding Accessory Dwelling Units
- Proposed Memorandum of Understanding with the City of Lake Forest for Solid Waste Procurement Services
Traffic Commission
The Traffic Commission is reviewing improvements and the potential for a raised intersection at the Nellie Gail Road Equestrian Crossing. The body will also receive reports on electric bicycles and specific intersection collision data.
- Review of improvements and discussion of a raised intersection at Nellie Gail Road Equestrian Crossing
- Request for all-way stop control at Mackenzie Street and Knotty Pine Road
- Discussion of Electric Bicycles (Ebikes)
- SWITRS Collision Report for Paseo De Valencia and Los Alisos Boulevard
- Approval of May 19, 2021 meeting minutes
City Council / Planning Agency
The City Council and Planning Agency are meeting to address a council vacancy, review COVID-19 emergency status, and discuss the renovation of the 'LH on the Hill' monument. The body is also considering legal services for the Village at Laguna Hills project and updating ADU zoning regulations.
- Ratification of Warrant Register for August 13 to September 2, 2021, in the amount of $1,072,894.73
- Retainer Agreement with Stradling Yocca Carlson & Rauth for Village at Laguna Hills Project negotiations
- Public Hearing for Zoning Text Amendment No. (RZNE) 0005-2021 regarding Accessory Dwelling Units
- Discussion on filling Council Member Hunt's vacancy via appointment or special election
- Appropriation of American Rescue Plan Act State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds
City Council / Planning Agency
The City Council will interview selected candidate firms to provide Development Agreement Negotiator Services for the proposed Village at Laguna Hills project. The Council intends to select the best qualified firm and direct staff to prepare a retainer agreement.
- Interviews for Development Agreement Negotiator Services for the Village at Laguna Hills project
City Council / Planning Agency
The City Council and Planning Agency will meet to discuss infrastructure projects, including street lighting and EV charging stations. The body will also consider joining pending litigation regarding housing and community development in a closed session.
- Public Works Construction Contract to Petrochem Materials Innovation, LLC for $2,686,489.00 for citywide pavement rehabilitation and Ridge Route Drive resurfacing
- Progress Payment No. 1 of $44,887.50 to GC Electric Solar Corporation for Civic Center EV Charging Stations
- Ratification of Warrant Register for July 2 to August 12, 2021, in the amount of $2,326,576.30
- Agreement with Southern California Edison Company for LED street lighting fixture conversion
- Professional Services Agreement with De Novo Planning Group for a Local Hazard Mitigation Plan
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and receive administrative reports. The body will review post-event reports for Memorial Day and Fourth of July activities.
- Renovation of Hillside "LH" Display report
- 2021 Memorial Day 10K and 5K Post Event Report
- 2021 Fourth of July Post Event Report
- Approval of June 2, 2021 meeting minutes
City Council / Planning Agency
The City Council and Planning Agency will meet for a special session. The meeting is primarily focused on closed session items including legal counsel and personnel evaluation.
- Closed session: Conference with legal counsel regarding one potential litigation case
- Closed session: Performance evaluation of the Interim City Manager
City Council / Planning Agency
The City Council will review various consent calendar items including a $599,348.34 warrant register and the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Civic Center Budget. The agenda also includes a presentation on homeless outreach by Mercy House and several contract awards for city services.
- Ratification of Warrant Register from June 16 to July 1 in the amount of $599,348.34
- Award of $231,300 contract for Laguna Hills Civic Center Tenant & Site Improvements, Suite 160 to SD Design Construction Corporation
- Award of $681,324.20 annual citywide general street maintenance services agreement to Charles Abbott Associates, Inc.
- Award of $246,505.00 citywide tree maintenance services agreement to West Coast Arborists, Inc.
- Rejection of all bid proposals for Citywide Pavement Rehabilitation (CIP No. 101-L) and Ridge Route Drive Pavement Resurfacing (CIP No. 188)
City Council / Planning Agency
The City Council and Planning Agency will hold a joint public hearing regarding the Village at Laguna Hills project. The body will discuss modifications to the previously approved Five Lagunas Project to redevelop the site at 24155 Laguna Hills Mall.
- Request by MGP Fund X Laguna Hills, LLC to modify the Five Lagunas Project
- Adoption of the Fifth Addendum to the General Plan Program Environmental Impact Report
- Approval of Site Development Permit, Master Sign Program, and Conditional Use Permits
- Approval of Vesting Tentative Tract Map and Precise Plan No. USE-0010-2019
- Introduction of an Ordinance to adopt a Development Agreement with MGP Fund X Laguna Hills, LLC
City Council / Planning Agency
The City Council and Planning Agency will hold a joint public hearing regarding the Village at Laguna Hills project. The body will discuss modifying the previously approved Five Lagunas Project to redevelop the former mall site.
- Request by MGP Fund X Laguna Hills, LLC to redevelop 24155 Laguna Hills Mall
- Adoption of the Fifth Addendum to the General Plan Program Environmental Impact Report
- Approval of Site Development Permit, Master Sign Program, and Conditional Use Permits
- Approval of Vesting Tentative Tract Map and Precise Plan No. USE-0010-2019
- Introduction of an Ordinance to adopt a Development Agreement with MGP Fund X Laguna Hills, LLC
City Council / Planning Agency
The City Council will conduct a public hearing to adopt the biennial budget for the 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 fiscal years. The body will also consider several maintenance contracts and financial reporting requirements.
- Public hearing for the 2021-2022 & 2022-2023 Biennial Budget
- Street Sweeping and Roadway Cleaning Maintenance Agreement with Sunset Property Services, Inc. for $202,241.00
- Final payment of $76,148.44 to West Gate Contractor for Community Center HVAC and Roof Replacement
- Warrant Register ratification for the period of May 28 to June 15, 2021, in the amount of $376,183.56
- Professional Services Agreement with Eide Bailly, LLP for auditing services through June 30, 2026
City Council / Planning Agency
The City Council is holding a special meeting to convene into closed session. The primary purpose of the session is to conduct a performance evaluation of the Interim City Manager.
- Closed session performance evaluation of the Interim City Manager
City Council / Planning Agency
The City Council and Planning Agency will meet to decide on several service contracts and lease agreements. The body will also discuss public safety, opiate use awareness, and the potential formation of a Planning Commission.
- Consulting Services Agreement with Mercy House Living Centers for homeless outreach services not to exceed $26,130
- Ratification of Warrant Register for May 14, 2021, to May 27, 2021, in the amount of $263,707.60
- Office lease with County of Orange Clerk-Recorder for Suites 150 and 160 at 24031 El Toro Road
- Award of Citywide Traffic Signal Maintenance Services Agreement to Crosstown Electrical & Data, Inc.
- Rejection of all Bid Proposals for Citywide Street Maintenance Services
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to receive reports on the opening of the Laguna Hills Community Center and the 4th of July celebration. The body will also review an update on the 2021 Memorial Day Race.
- Update on opening the Laguna Hills Community Center
- 2021 4th of July Celebration Pre Event Report
- 2021 City of Laguna Hills Memorial Day 5K and 10K event update
City Council / Planning Agency
The City Council and Planning Agency will meet to discuss infrastructure projects, public safety agreements, and local ordinances. Key decisions include establishing parking controls on Rio Grande Avenue and authorizing bids for citywide road work.
- Ratification of Warrant Register for April 30 to May 13, 2021, in the amount of $1,100,528.37
- Establishment of residential parking permits and street sweeping no-parking zones on Rio Grande Avenue
- Authorization to advertise bids for Citywide Pavement Rehabilitation (CIP No. 101-L) and Ridge Route Drive Pavement Resurfacing (CIP No. 188)
- Approval of the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Law Enforcement Services Agreement with the County of Orange
- Public hearing on 2021 Weed, Rubbish, and Refuse Abatement