Los Alamitos public meetings in 2021
53 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council will conduct its annual reorganization to elect a new Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem. The agenda also includes adopting organic recycling mandates and deciding on participation in a national opioid settlement. Additionally, the council will review city warrants and financial audit reports.
- Election of Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem
- Adoption of organic recycling mandates (SB 1383)
- Participation in National Opioid Settlement ($106,553)
- Ratification of warrants totaling $1,106,682.61
- Appointment of police recruits to training program
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review the Draft Town Center Mixed Use Zone Strategic Plan and its Environmental Impact Report Addendum. The meeting also includes public hearings for an alcohol tasting room, a massage establishment, and a condominium conversion. Additionally, the commission will discuss the future use of Community Development Block Grant funds.
- Review of Town Center Mixed Use Zone Strategic Plan and EIR Addendum
- Permit modification for an alcohol tasting room at 10680 Los Alamitos Boulevard
- Permit for a massage establishment at 10670 Los Alamitos Boulevard
- Condominium conversion for a duplex at 10800 and 10806 Reagan Street
- Discussion regarding future use of Community Development Block Grant funds
Traffic Commission
The City of Los Alamitos Traffic Commission meeting scheduled for December 8, 2021, was cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for January 12, 2022.
City Council
The City Council will review a seven-year franchise agreement with Universal Waste Systems for integrated waste management services. The agenda also includes approving bids for city facility janitorial services and certifying funds for transportation projects. A closed session is scheduled to confer with the Police Officers Association negotiator.
- Franchise agreement with Universal Waste Systems for integrated waste management services
- Approval of RFP 2021-11 for janitorial services at City facilities
- Adoption of resolutions to certify OCTA transportation improvement funds
- Project list submittal for the Pavement Management Relief Funding program
- Closed session conference with the Police Officers Association negotiator
Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Commission
The Los Alamitos Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Commission meeting scheduled for December 1, 2021, has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to the holidays.
Planning Commission
The City of Los Alamitos Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, November 24, 2021, has been cancelled. This notice was issued on November 16, 2021.
City Council
The City Council will consider a minimum wage increase effective January 1, 2022, and conduct closed session labor negotiations with various employee organizations. The agenda also includes amendments to the city's purchasing ordinance and approvals for street improvement projects. Additionally, the council will review warrants totaling over $1.1 million.
- Adoption of a minimum wage increase effective January 1, 2022
- Amendment to the Purchasing Ordinance to increase contract thresholds
- Approval of a $20,000 ABC-OTS grant for the Police Department
- Final parcel map approval for condominium subdivision at 3755 Farquhar Avenue
- Ratification of warrants totaling $1,104,323.26
Traffic Commission
The Traffic Commission will discuss a request to designate disabled parking spaces at 10841 and 10845 Walnut Street in the Old Town West neighborhood. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from previous meetings and a review of the commission's status log.
- Request for disabled parking at 10841 and 10845 Walnut Street
- Approval of June 9, 2021, and October 13, 2021 meeting minutes
- Review of the Traffic Commission Status Log
City Council
The City Council will consider adopting Resolution No. 2021-29 to request that the California Citizens Redistricting Commission keeps the city within Assembly, State Senate, and Congressional districts based in Orange County. This follows map visualizations suggesting the city could be shifted into a district in Los Angeles County. The meeting also includes closed sessions for labor negotiations and a performance evaluation.
- Resolution No. 2021-29 regarding state and congressional district boundaries
- Labor negotiations with Los Alamitos Police Officers Association
- Labor negotiations with Teamsters Local 911
- Labor negotiations with unrepresented employees
- Public employee performance evaluation for the City Manager
Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Commission
The Commission will review a preview of the 2021 Winter Wonderland event, including details on sledding and stage performances. Staff will also provide an update on the 2022 My City My Los Al Partnership Program. Additionally, the Commission will consider nominees for the California Park & Recreation Society District 10 Volunteer Merit Award.
- Preview of the MemorialCare Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital Long Beach Winter Wonderland event
- Update on the 2022 My City My Los Al Partnership Program
- Selection of nominees for the California Park & Recreation Society District 10 Volunteer Merit Award
- Approval of September 1 and October 6, 2021 meeting minutes
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is reviewing the administrative draft for the 2021-2029 Housing Element. This document outlines policies for housing construction, rehabilitation, and preservation in Los Alamitos through 2029. It includes assessments of community demographics, housing needs, and potential development constraints.
- 2021-2029 Housing Element administrative draft
- Analysis of housing needs and community profiles
- Review of governmental constraints including density bonus and building codes
- Assessment of non-governmental constraints such as land prices and construction costs
City Council
The City Council will consider an ordinance to limit single-family residential parking to two enclosed garage spaces. The agenda also includes labor negotiations in closed session and the ratification of city warrants totaling over $1.9 million.
- Ordinance No. 2021-03: Limit single-family residential parking to two enclosed garage spaces
- Ratification of warrants totaling $1,918,782.71 for the period of September 8 to October 6, 2021
- Contract award of $31,140.00 to Yunex Traffic for street name sign replacement
- Professional Services Agreement with Charles Abbott Associates for $31,000
- Ordinance No. 2021-04: Amendments to the city purchasing system thresholds
Traffic Commission
The commission will receive a report on 9.3 miles of city alleyways, including planned repairs in Old Town West and East. The meeting also includes the approval of August 11, 2021, minutes and a review of the commission's status log.
- Report on 9.3 miles of city alleyways in Old Town West, East, and Apartment Row
- Approval of the August 11, 2021, meeting minutes
- Review of the Traffic Commission Status Log
City Council
The City Council is considering the launch of the 'Los Al Bucks' program, which will distribute $50 in vouchers to each of the 4,421 households in Los Alamitos. This initiative uses American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to promote local shopping. The Council will also consider selecting a firm for integrated waste management services.
- Launch of 'Los Al Bucks' economic development program ($227,425 total cost)
- Selection of Universal Waste Systems for Integrated Waste Management Services (RFP 2021-07)
- Authorization for staff to negotiate terms with Universal Waste Systems
Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Commission
The Commission will receive updates regarding the Senior Grocery Program's return to the Community Center. Staff will also provide a recap of the Week of Los Al celebrations and a preview of the 10th Annual Trunk or Treat event.
- Senior Grocery Program update regarding its return to the Community Center
- Recap of the MemorialCare Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital Long Beach Week of Los Al
- Preview of the 10th Annual Trunk or Treat event
- Approval of September 1, 2021, meeting minutes
Planning Commission
The City of Los Alamitos Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, September 22, 2021, has been cancelled. This notice contains only the cancellation announcement.
- No items listed
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance proposing new single-family residential parking requirements. Members will also discuss economic development programs funded by the American Rescue Plan Act. Additionally, the Council will consider several administrative agreements and contract ratifications.
- Ordinance No. 2021-03: Limiting single-family residential parking to two enclosed garage spaces
- Vehicle lease agreements with Enterprise Management Inc. totaling $79,319.02
- Ratification of warrants totaling $1,130,292.53 for August 6 to September 3, 2021
- Mutual Aid agreement with Orange County for COVID-19 vaccination expense recovery
- Street name change from Los Alamitos H.S. to Griffins Way
Traffic Commission
The Los Alamitos Traffic Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, September 8, 2021, was cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for October 13, 2021.
Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Commission
The commission will receive an update on the 'Week of Los Al' community event series. Members will also review the Recreation & Community Services Department goals for fiscal years 2021-2023.
- Update on 'Week of Los Al' events
- Review of department goals for FY 2021-2023
- Approval of August 4, 2021, special meeting minutes
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding two massage establishment permits and a zoning ordinance amendment for residential parking. The commission will also discuss an update on the Town Center Mixed Use Zone.
- Conditional Use Permit for a 1,013 square foot massage establishment at 3357 Katella Avenue
- Expansion of a massage establishment at 10775 Los Alamitos Blvd
- Zoning Ordinance Amendment regarding single-family residential parking requirements
- Discussion of the Town Center Mixed Use Zone update
Budget Standing Committee
The Budget Standing Committee will discuss potential uses for $2,726,883 in ARPA funding and review options for an early payoff of the PERS unfunded liability. The meeting also includes a review of city purchasing policy thresholds and an update on economic development programs.
- Discussion of potential uses for $2,726,883 in ARPA funding
- Review of early payoff options for PERS unfunded liability
- Review of City purchasing policy thresholds
- Update on economic development programs
- Labor negotiations with Police Officers Association and Teamsters Local 911
City Council
This special meeting of the Los Alamitos City Council consists of procedural items and a closed session. The council will meet with legal counsel regarding one potential case of anticipated litigation.
- Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding one potential case of anticipated litigation
City Council
The City Council will discuss leasing twelve automated license plate reader cameras for a one-year pilot program to address property crimes. The agenda also includes a fee waiver request for a church food pantry and labor negotiations in closed session.
- Lease of 12 ALPR cameras from Flock Safety for $33,000
- Cerritos Avenue Guardrail Improvements Project award of $48,560
- Vehicle and equipment purchases up to $244,734.38
- Five-year extension for Red Light Camera Enforcement Program
- RFP for street sweeping services
Traffic Commission
The Traffic Commission will consider a proposal to rename and replace overhead street signs along Cerritos Avenue at Los Alamitos High School to 'Griffins Way.' The meeting also includes reviewing the commission's status log and approving minutes from the April 14, 2021, meeting.
- Renaming overhead street signs near Los Alamitos H.S. to Griffins Way
- Review of Traffic Commission Status Log
- Approval of April 14, 2021, meeting minutes
Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Commission
The Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Commission will review a schedule for the 2021 Park/Facility Tour. This tour includes visits to several local sites to discuss potential future improvements and plans. The Commission will also consider approving minutes from May, June, and July 2021 meetings.
- 2021 Park/Facility Tour schedule including Orville R. Lewis Park and Little Cottonwood Park
- Approval of meeting minutes from May 5, June 2, and July 7, 2021
Planning Commission
The City of Los Alamitos Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, July 28, 2021, was cancelled. This notice contains only the cancellation announcement and no other agenda items.
- Cancellation of the July 28, 2021, Planning Commission meeting
City Council
The council will review employment agreements for the Finance, Development Services, and Recreation & Community Services Directors. The meeting also includes discussions on street improvement contracts and zoning amendments.
- Adoption of a new city-wide Speed Hump Policy
- $337,000 contract award to Onyx Paving Company for Suburbia Neighborhood Street Improvement
- Employment agreements for Finance, Development Services, and Recreation & Community Services Directors
- Zoning Ordinance 2021-02 amendments to the Municipal Code
- Microsoft Office 365 and Exchange Server purchase up to $67,086
Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Commission
The commission will review reports regarding staff-led specialty camps and classes. Members will also receive updates on the Weaver Elementary 5th Grade year-end event and the Employee of the Quarter. The meeting primarily consists of informational reports to be received and filed.
- Report on specialty camps and classes
- Update on Weaver Elementary 5th Grade Year-end Event
- Employee of the Quarter announcement
- Approval of June 2, 2021 meeting minutes
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance regarding parking requirements for single-family homes. The review aims to address potential errors in the November 2019 zoning update concerning garage space for larger residences. Commissioners may direct staff to prepare a draft resolution following the testimony.
- Public hearing for Single Family Residential Parking Requirement amendment
- Review of parking requirements for single-family homes with five or more bedrooms
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing to adopt the Fiscal Year 2021-22 Annual Operating and Capital Improvement Program Budget. The agenda also includes reviewing zoning code amendments and several professional service agreements.
- Adoption of the FY 2021-22 Annual Operating and Capital Improvement Program Budget
- Police Chief recruitment contract with Teri Black & Company up to $28,680
- Traffic signal maintenance contract with Crosstown Electrical & Data Inc. at $1,228.50 per month
- Crossing guard services agreement with ACMS for $108,304.56
- Ordinance 2021-02 to amend the City's Zoning Code
Traffic Commission
This meeting consists of procedural items and a review of ongoing projects conducted via videoconference. The commission will view a presentation titled "Looking Forward: Opportunities for Los Al" and review the Traffic Commission Status Log. No minutes are up for approval at this session.
- Presentation: Looking Forward: Opportunities for Los Al
- Review of Traffic Commission Status Log tracking assignments and accomplishments
Budget Standing Committee
The Budget Standing Committee is reviewing additional information regarding the preliminary budgets for fiscal years 2021-22 and 2022-23. The discussion includes projected CalPERS pension costs and potential strategies to accelerate payments. The committee is also reviewing estimated costs for police bicycle and motorcycle patrols.
- Projected $2,352,638 in CalPERS pension costs for FY 2021-22
- Estimated $12,810 cost to train and outfit six police bicycle officers
- Estimated $38,000 plus training costs for a police motorcycle officer position
- Review of strategies to address unfunded pension liabilities
Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Commission
The commission will review upcoming family activities for 'Parks Make Life Better Month' in July. The meeting also includes a presentation regarding opportunities for Los Alamitos and the approval of May 5, 2021, minutes.
- Approval of May 5, 2021, meeting minutes
- Report on 'Parks Make Life Better Month' July programs
- Presentation: Looking Forward: Opportunities for Los Alamitos
Planning Commission
The Los Alamitos Planning Commission will meet via videoconference on May 26, 2021. The agenda includes a presentation titled 'Looking Forward: Opportunities for Los Alamitos' and the approval of minutes from April 28, 2021. No public hearings or new land use decisions are scheduled for this meeting.
- Presentation: Looking Forward: Opportunities for Los Alamitos
- Approval of April 28, 2021, meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will discuss the appointment of an interim police chief following a retirement. The agenda also includes approvals for street improvement projects and various service contracts.
- Appointment of Eric Nunez as Interim Police Chief
- $101,400 contract with Onyx Paving Company for Howard Avenue improvements
- $229,083 in SB-1 funds for Woodcrest and College Park North street rehabilitation
- Bid award to National Demographics Corporation for redistricting maps (up to $32,500)
- Ratification of warrants totaling $855,173.08
City Council
The City Council will discuss the preliminary budget for fiscal years 2021-22 and 2022-23. This review includes an analysis of projected revenues following the passage of Measure Y. The council is tasked with providing direction to staff.
- Review of preliminary budget for Fiscal Year 2021-22 and 2022-23
- Projected FY 21-22 Total Revenue of $18,504,068
- Projected Measure Y local sales tax revenue of $4,438,588
- Projected property tax revenue of $4,584,079 for FY 21-22
Traffic Commission
The Los Alamitos Traffic Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, May 12, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for June 9, 2021.
Budget Standing Committee
The Budget Standing Committee will review the preliminary budgets for fiscal years 2021-22 and 2022-23. The committee will discuss revenue projections and provide direction to city staff. This includes updates on the city's long-term financial model.
- Approval of March 10, 2021, meeting minutes
- Review of preliminary budgets for fiscal years 2021-22 and 2022-23
- Discussion of $4,438,588 in projected Measure Y local sales tax for FY 21-22
Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Commission
The Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Commission will receive reports regarding upcoming recreation classes and camps. The meeting also includes a recap of the Lee Elementary 5th Grade program and a report on the completed Community Center Lobby Renovation.
- Preview of new recreation classes and camps
- Report on completed Community Center Lobby Renovation
- Recap of Lee Elementary 5th Grade: Next Level! program
- Approval of March 3, 2021 meeting minutes
Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Commission
The regular Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Commission meeting for April 7, 2021, is canceled due to local holiday schedules. This notice contains only procedural updates regarding a special meeting to be held via videoconference on April 14, 2021.
Traffic Commission
The Los Alamitos Traffic Commission is meeting to discuss the development of a revised speed hump policy. The commission also plans to review its status log and approve minutes from the March 10, 2021, meeting.
- Consideration of a revised Speed Hump Policy
- Review of the Traffic Commission Status Log
- Approval of March 10, 2021, meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council is reviewing the mid-year General Fund budget for Fiscal Year 2020-21 and projections through June 30, 2021. The report includes updates on property tax trends and expected revenue from the recently passed Measure Y sales tax.
- Mid-year General Fund budget review for Fiscal Year 2020-21
- Financial projections for fiscal year ending June 30, 2021
- Revenue update on Measure Y local sales tax
- Annual performance evaluation of the City Manager
City Council
The Council will meet to ratify warrants totaling $793,569.38 and consider several contract extensions. These include extending animal control services with Long Beach and authorizing bids for the Cerritos Avenue Guardrail Repair Project. Additionally, the Council will discuss appointing a delegate for the SCAG 2021 Virtual Regional Conference.
- Ratification of warrants totaling $793,569.38
- Extension of animal control services agreement with Long Beach through June 30, 2022
- Request for Proposals for the 2021 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular
- Authorization to bid for Cerritos Avenue Guardrail Repair Project
- Appointment of a voting delegate for the SCAG 2021 Virtual Regional Conference
Budget Standing Committee
The Budget Standing Committee is reviewing the mid-year General Fund budget for Fiscal Year 2020-21. The discussion includes projections for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2021, and updates to the city's long-term financial plan. The report also covers revenue trends related to property taxes and Measure Y.
- Review of mid-year General Fund budget for Fiscal Year 2020-21
- Update to the long-term financial plan
- Approval of minutes from the September 29, 2020, special meeting
- Annual performance evaluation for the City Manager
Traffic Commission
The commission will discuss the development of a new policy regarding speed humps and prepare a recommendation for the City Council. The meeting will also include a review of the commission's status log for tracking assignments.
- Consideration of a Speed Hump Policy
- Review of the Traffic Commission Status Log
- Approval of February 10, 2021, meeting minutes
Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Commission
The commission will receive updates on several upcoming local programs. These include a preview of the Spring Carnival Drive-Thru and the Toddler Town Program. Staff will also present information regarding Lee Elementary 5th Grade activities.
- Spring Carnival Drive-Thru Preview
- Toddler Town Program preview
- Lee Elementary 5th Grade: Next Level! program preview
- Approval of February 3, 2021 meeting minutes
Planning Commission
The City of Los Alamitos Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, February 24, 2021, has been cancelled. The notice was issued on February 17, 2021.
City Council
The City Council will review the draft Active Transportation Plan to identify improvements for walking, biking, and transit. The council is also scheduled to approve plans for the Howard Avenue Street Improvements Project and accept completion of a street sign replacement project. Additionally, members will review updates to the city's records management program.
- Discussion of the draft Active Transportation Plan
- Approval of plans and bidding for the Howard Avenue Street Improvements Project
- Acceptance of completion for the Arterial Overhead Street Name Sign Replacement Project
- Ratification of warrants totaling $1,075,244.72
- Resolution regarding the CalRecycle Beverage Container Recycling Program
Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Commission
The Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Commission will hold a presentation regarding the Active Transportation Plan. Due to COVID-19, the meeting is being conducted via videoconference.
- Presentation: Active Transportation Plan
Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Commission
The Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Commission will conduct its annual reorganization to elect a new Chair and Vice Chair. The meeting includes the installation of three new commissioners: Morgan Beck, Katelyn Duran, and Ray Joseph. Additionally, the commission will discuss upcoming community events and movie selections for the Film & Food Fest.
- Installation of Commissioners Morgan Beck, Katelyn Duran, and Ray Joseph
- Annual election of Commission Chair and Vice Chair
- Review of 2021 Film & Food Fest movie selections
- Discussion of Week of Los Al, Street Fair, Bikes & Bites, and Race Los Al events
- Preview of adaptive programming development
City Council
The City Council will review the 2021 budget calendar and adopt the city's 2021 legislative platform. The meeting includes contract awards for the Old Town West Traffic Calming Project and annual park maintenance services. Members will also receive a presentation on organic waste reduction requirements.
- Contract award for Old Town West Traffic Calming Project – Phase 1 to PCI
- Annual Park and Landscape Maintenance Services contract with North Star Land Care ($84,955.95)
- Ratification of warrants totaling $844,231.68
- Adoption of the 2021 Legislative Platform (Resolution 2021-21)
- Presentation on SB 1383 organic waste reduction requirements
City Council
The Los Alamitos City Council will conduct interviews and make appointments for several municipal commissions. This includes the Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Arts, Personnel Appeals, Planning, and Traffic Commissions. The council is reviewing both new applicants and incumbent members for these roles.
- Interviews for Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Arts Commission applicants
- Interviews for Planning Commission applicants
- Review of reappointments for the Personnel Appeals Commission
- Review of reappointments for the Planning Commission
- Appointments to the Traffic Commission
Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Commission
The commission will review plans for a modified Weekend of Art event and vote on movie selections for the 2021 Music and Movies Event Series. Members will also discuss the My City My Los Al Partnership Program and provide input on features for new registration software.
- Preview of a modified Weekend of Art event with COVID-19 precautions
- Vote on movie selections for the 2021 Music and Movies Event Series
- Discussion of the My City My Los Al Partnership Program
- Input on features for new registration software from a customer perspective