Newport Beach public meetings in 2025

Public Notice

The regular meeting of the Board of Library Trustees scheduled for December 15, 2025, has been canceled. The next regular meeting will be held on January 20, 2026.

• Meeting canceled; next meeting January 20, 2026

Public Notice

The Zoning Administrator will hold public hearings on four items: a coastal development permit and modification for a residence at 1530 Galaxy Drive, a limited term permit for The Place at 2920 East Coast Highway, a temporary lot limited term permit for Fletcher Jones at 20052 Birch Street, and the annual review of the North Newport Center Development Agreement covering multiple blocks of Fashion Island.

• Brighton Road Investments LLC Residence Coastal Development Permit & Modification Permit at 1530 Galaxy Drive
• The Place Limited Term Permit at 2920 East Coast Highway
• Fletcher Jones Temporary Lot Limited Term Permit (over 90 days) at 20052 Birch Street
• Annual Review of North Newport Center Development Agreement (Fashion Island blocks 100, 400, 500, 600, 800)

Public Notice

The Newport Beach Harbor Commission meeting set for December 10, 2025 at 5:00 PM was cancelled. No agenda items were presented, so no decisions or discussions will take place at this time.

City Council

The Newport Beach City Council will consider a consent calendar including a second reading of Ordinance No. 2025-36 approving a development agreement for the MacArthur Court project, adopting a memorandum of understanding with the Newport Beach City Employees Association with a $523,605 budget amendment, and approving several contracts for street striping, utility repairs, and software. The council will also discuss a future study session on investment options for surplus revenues.

• Adopt Ordinance No. 2025-36 approving development agreement for MacArthur Court project at 4665-4695 MacArthur Court and 4770 Campus Drive
• Adopt MOU with Newport Beach City Employees Association and budget amendment of $523,605 for salary and benefits
• Increase on-call water/wastewater repair contracts with GCI Construction and T.E. Roberts by $1,000,000 each
• Award $1,800,000 street striping and sign maintenance contract to Superior Pavement Markings
• Approve $933,181 amendment to Tyler Technologies software license for land management system

Public Notice

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for December 4, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items or decisions were presented. The City Council public notices will proceed as scheduled.

General Plan Update Steering Committee

The General Plan Update Steering Committee will first review and approve the minutes from its September 24, 2025 meeting. It will then consider feedback on the GPAC‑approved draft Noise Element and file the revised document. Finally, members will discuss the possible establishment of a General Plan Review Committee and whether to place it on the January GPUSC/GPAC agenda.

• Approve the September 24, 2025 meeting minutes (Attachment 1).
• Receive and file Attachment 3, the revised Noise Element, after GPAC unanimous support.
• Discuss the potential creation of a General Plan Review Committee and its possible referral to the January GPUSC/GPAC agenda.
• Public comments on non‑agenda items (limited to three minutes per speaker).
• Committee announcements or future agenda items (non‑discussion).

Special Joint Meeting of GPUSC and GPAC

A special joint meeting of the General Plan Update Steering Committee (GPUSC) and General Plan Advisory Committee (GPAC) will review and discuss input from community members and city boards/commissions on the draft General Plan elements. The committees will also consider draft implementation programs and a crosswalk tool for tracking, and will set a meeting date for January 2026. No final decisions on the plan are expected at this meeting.

• Review and approve minutes of the November 5, 2025 GPAC meeting
• Receive and discuss community member input (Attachment 2a) and city boards/commissions feedback (Attachment 2b) on Draft General Plan Elements
• Review draft Implementation Programs (redline-strikeout) and draft Crosswalk Tool for implementation accountability
• Receive 2025 recap of General Plan Update efforts and determine next steps, including January 2026 meeting date

Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission

The Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission will consider two reforestation requests to remove trees due to view encroachment: one at 11 and 12 Cambria Drive involving two evergreen pear trees and one Brisbane box tree, and another at Westcliff Park involving a stone pine and an Aleppo pine. Both requests include replacement planting at the applicant's cost. The commission will also vote on a community service award for Dr. Sean Boulton. Consent calendar items include approval of October meeting minutes and activity reports.

• Reforestation request at 11 Cambria Drive: remove two evergreen pear trees; replace with two dwarf purple-leaf plum trees (applicant's cost)
• Reforestation request at 12 Cambria Drive (fictitious address): remove one Brisbane box tree; replace with one water gum tree (applicant's cost)
• Reforestation request at Westcliff Park: remove one stone pine and one Aleppo pine; replace with nine toyon trees (applicant's cost)
• Community Service Award recommendation for Dr. Sean Boulton, to be awarded at a future meeting
• Consent calendar: minutes of October 7, 2025 meeting; Public Works Activity Report; Recreation & Senior Services Activity Report

Civil Service Board

The Civil Service Board will convene to approve the minutes from the November 3, 2025, regular meeting and receive oral reports on city-wide and departmental human resources matters.

• Approval of November 3, 2025, meeting minutes
• Human Resources Department oral report
• Fire Department end-of-year presentation
• Police Department matters report

Public Notice

The Newport Beach City Council will hold a public notice session via Zoom. The meeting will present three permit applications: an addition modification for the Sjodin Residence at 1977 Port Seabourne Way, a minor use permit for Vive Spa at 410 West Coast Highway Suite E, and a coastal development permit for the Hale Residence at 1402 and 1402 ½ West Ocean Front. The council will provide information to the public but no decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Sjodin Residence addition modification permit (PA2025-0137) – 1977 Port Seabourne Way
• Vive Spa minor use permit (PA2025-0167) – 410 West Coast Highway Suite E
• Hale Residence coastal development permit (PA2024-0238) – 1402 & 1402 ½ West Ocean Front

Public Notice

The Newport Beach Planning Commission is meeting to consider the Acacia Atrium Medical Office Condominiums project. The item is identified as PA2024-0236 and is located at 20280 and 20312 Acacia Street.

• Acacia Atrium Medical Office Condominiums (PA2024-0236) at 20280 and 20312 Acacia Street

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposal to convert an existing three-story professional office building at 20280 and 20312 Acacia Street into medical office condominiums. The project requires approval of a condominium conversion, a tentative parcel map creating 12 units, a conditional use permit for medical office use and a 32-space reduction in required parking, and a traffic study. The Commission will also discuss draft updates to the Land Use and Safety Elements of the General Plan, seeking input before formal consideration in early 2026.

• Condominium conversion and 12-unit tentative parcel map at 20280 and 20312 Acacia Street
• Conditional use permit to allow medical office use and reduce required parking by 32 spaces
• Traffic study required for compliance with the city's Traffic Phasing Ordinance
• Discussion of draft Land Use and Safety Elements of the General Plan (citywide)
• Approval of minutes from October 23, 2025 meeting as a consent item

Lower Castaways and Aquatic Center Site Ad Hoc Committee

The Lower Castaways and Aquatic Center Site Ad Hoc Committee will review a proposal received for the Lower Castaways Park redevelopment and an alternate design for a passive park. The committee is expected to provide further direction to staff on these items.

• Review proposal for Lower Castaways Park redevelopment
• Review alternate design for Lower Castaways Park
• Approve draft minutes from September 18, 2025

City Council

The City Council will hold a study session on a potential Underground Utility Assessment Loan Program to assist property owners with financial hardship for utility undergrounding costs. During the regular meeting, the council will vote on a consent calendar including a $2.32M purchase of six new trolley vehicles, a $217,800 OASIS transportation grant, a $815,010 concrete replacement contract, and adoption of an updated bicycle ordinance. Also on consent are a $240,000 agreement for coastal commission advocacy and a $126,000 Fire Station No. 2 HVAC retrofit. Mayor Pro Tem Kleiman has requested a future agenda item to streamline wireless communication facility permitting.

• Study session on Underground Utility Assessment Loan Program to help property owners with financial hardship
• Approve $2,321,340.24 purchase of six trolley vehicles for Balboa Island/Corona del Mar local transit
• Accept $217,800 OCTA grant for OASIS Transportation Program serving seniors and individuals with disabilities
• Award $815,010 contract for Concrete Replacement Program Fiscal Year 2025-26
• Adopt Ordinance 2025-35 repealing and replacing Chapter 12.56 (Bicycles - Registration and Regulations)

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will review and vote on revisions to the Collection Development Policy to comply with the California Freedom to Read Act (AB 1825). Other business includes approving minor updates to the Laptop Borrowing Policy, accepting a grant from California Library Literacy Services for the Project Adult Literacy program, and setting the 2026 holiday and meeting schedule. The consent calendar contains routine items including meeting minutes, patron comments, expenditure reports, and a monitoring list.

• Revision of Collection Development Policy (NBPL 2) for AB 1825 compliance
• Approval of minor revisions to Laptop Borrowing Policy (NBPL 10)
• Acceptance of grant from California Library Literacy Services for Project Adult Literacy
• Approval of 2026 holiday and meeting schedule
• Consent calendar: minutes, patron comments, expenditure report, monitoring list

Public Notice

The Zoning Administrator will consider several residential projects requiring coastal development permits. The meeting includes requests for residential conversions and parcel maps.

• Tenaglia Residence Coastal Development Permit at 262 Colton Street
• Murray Residence Coastal Development Permit at 2608 Cove Street
• Painter Residential Condominiums conversion and permit at 710 Avocado Avenue
• Noblin Residential Condominiums parcel map and permit at 612 and 612 ½ Begonia Avenue

Harbor Commission

The Harbor Commission will review the draft 2026 Harbor and Beaches Master Plan, discuss the Harbor, Bay, and Beaches General Plan Element, and receive updates on water quality and department activities.

• Review draft 2026 Harbor and Beaches Master Plan
• Receive update on Copper TMDL in Newport Harbor
• Discuss Harbor, Bay, and Beaches General Plan Element
• Review Harbor Commission objectives for 2026
• Receive Harbormaster update on October 2025 activities

Public Notice

The Newport Beach Planning Commission meeting scheduled for November 6, 2025, has been canceled. No items were considered or discussed. The notice is purely procedural.

• Meeting canceled; no agenda items.

Water Quality/Coastal Tidelands Committee

The Water Quality/Coastal Tidelands Committee will approve the meeting minutes. It will then hear final reports from its subcommittees and vote on final project recommendations to be forwarded to the City Council. The meeting also includes announcements of upcoming trash‑mitigation and water‑quality studies.

• Approve meeting minutes (Agenda Item 4)
• Present final subcommittee reports (Agenda Item 5a)
• Vote on final projects for City Council consideration (Agenda Item 5b)
• Announce Santa Ana River Trash Mitigation Project field trip report (Agenda Item 6a)
• Announce Draft Copper Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) (Agenda Item 6b)

General Plan Advisory Committee

The General Plan Advisory Committee will consider and vote on moving a refreshed Draft Noise Element forward for review by the General Plan Update Steering Committee and public. The Noise Subcommittee will present its work, including additional proposed policies. The committee will also approve previous meeting minutes and receive updates on upcoming deliverables.

• Vote on Draft Noise Element (Attachment 2a) and additional policies (Attachment 2b)
• Overview from GPAC Noise Subcommittee on October 21, 2025 discussions
• Approval of September 16, 2025 meeting minutes
• Staff and consultant update on deliverables and timeline

City Council

The City Council will hold a study session on the Corona del Mar Commercial Corridor study, then consider a consent calendar including a water well permit with Fountain Valley and a budget surplus allocation. Under current business, the Council will introduce an ordinance regulating bicycle and electric bicycle activity in public rights-of-way and consider initiating an amendment to the Newport Place Planned Community Development Plan regarding minimum inclusionary for-sale housing. The meeting also includes closed session discussions on real property negotiations and labor negotiations.

• Study session on Corona del Mar Commercial Corridor study and possible recommendations
• Water well permit and encroachment agreement with City of Fountain Valley at 17902 Bushard Street
• Initiation of amendment to Newport Place Planned Community Development Plan for inclusionary housing minimums
• Ordinance No. 2025-35 to repeal and replace bicycle regulations, including e-bikes, and adopt sidewalk riding designations
• Year-end budget surplus allocation, including transfer of $2,789,008.85 from Water Fund reserves and waiver of surplus utilization policy elements

Civil Service Board

The Civil Service Board will discuss and possibly approve the 2026 regular meeting calendar, including cancelling the January 2026 meeting due to a city holiday closure and rescheduling the September 2026 meeting to the second Monday. The board will also consider approving the minutes from the October 6, 2025 meeting. The meeting is largely procedural with no other major business items.

• Approve 2026 regular meeting calendar with cancellation of January 6, 2026 meeting and September 7, 2026 meeting moved to September 14, 2026
• Approve minutes from October 6, 2025 regular meeting
• Oral reports from Human Resources, Fire Department, and Police Department

Public Notice

The Newport Beach Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing on October 30, 2025, to consider four items. These include an annual review of the Uptown Newport Development Agreement, a tentative parcel map and coastal development permit for condominiums on Marguerite Avenue, and two coastal development permits for residences on Balboa Boulevard and Circle Drive.

• Annual review of Uptown Newport Development Agreement (4321 Jamboree Road)
• DeCarrier Residential Condominiums tentative parcel map and coastal permit (306 Marguerite Avenue Unit A-C)
• Balboa Residence coastal development permit (1204 East Balboa Boulevard)
• DeFranco Residence coastal development permit (2772 Circle Drive)

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting ordinances to establish a Special Flood Hazard Area Overlay for consistency with California Coastal Commission modifications. The body will also vote on several infrastructure contracts and a local emergency ratification.

• Ordinances 2025-32 and 2025-33 to establish the Special Flood Hazard (VE) Overlay
• Contract award of $392,500 to Dash Construction Company, Inc. for citywide park fence rehabilitation
• Contract award of $858,800 to R.E. Schultz Construction, Inc. for playground improvements
• Resolution 2025-69 accepting a $100,000 grant for the Surrendered and Abandoned Vessel Exchange Program
• Resolution 2025-75 ratifying a local emergency proclamation issued October 22, 2025

Public Notice

The Newport Beach City Council will hold a public hearing on the Snug Harbor Surf Park project. Council members will review an appeal concerning landscape changes at Fire Station No. 1 and the Balboa Branch Library. They will also discuss extending the existing tobacco retailer moratorium.

• Public hearing on Snug Harbor Surf Park
• Appeal on landscape changes at Fire Station No. 1 & Balboa Branch Library
• Extension of the tobacco retailer moratorium

Public Notice

The City of Newport Beach posted public notices for two planning applications. The notices inform the public of upcoming hearings regarding a restaurant space on East Coast Highway and a multi-parcel project on MacArthur Court.

• East Coast Highway Restaurant Space (PA2024-0198) at 3840 East Coast Highway
• MacArthur Court Project (PA2025-0090) at 4665-4695 MacArthur Court and 4770 Campus Drive

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will consider consent calendar items and receive updates on library operations. The main discussion involves seeking input on refreshed goals and policies for the Arts and Culture Element and Historical Resources Element of the city's General Plan Update. Trustees will also receive annual overviews of the Mariners Branch and Youth Services, as well as monthly reports on library activities and liaison updates.

• Seeking input on Draft Arts and Culture Element and Historical Resources Element for General Plan Update (pages 16-128)
• Annual overview of Mariners Branch operations
• Annual overview of Youth Services
• Monthly update of library events, services, and statistics
• Consent calendar includes approval of minutes, patron comments, expenditure status report, and monitoring list

Aviation Committee

The Aviation Committee will hear presentations and discuss John Wayne Airport's 2026 Capacity Allocations and preparing for Advanced Air Mobility (AAM). Oral updates will be given on county airport matters, federal advocacy, Airport Working Group activities, and Still Protecting Our Newport. The committee will also set its regular meeting schedule for 2026 and introduce members.

• Presentation on John Wayne Airport Plan Year 2026 Capacity Allocations by access and noise manager Nick Gaskins
• Update and discussion on Preparing for the Implementation of Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) by consultant Kevin Karpe and assistant city manager Tara Finnigan
• Oral reports from County of Orange staff, federal advocacy consultant Zac Commins, Airport Working Group president Mel Beale, and a Still Protecting Our Newport representative
• Approval of draft minutes from February 24, 2025
• Selection of regular meeting day and time and 2026 meeting calendar

Public Notice

The Newport Beach Zoning Administrator will hold public hearings on four items: three coastal development permits for single-family residences and one minor use permit for a bakery. All items are listed as public notices; no proposed decisions or staff recommendations are included in the agenda.

• Gray Residence Coastal Development Permit at 1245 Blue Gum Lane
• Foreman Residence Coastal Development Permit at 836 Via Lido Nord
• O’Brien Residence Coastal Development Permit at 1624 West Ocean Front
• Chaupain Bakery Minor Use Permit at 2622 San Miguel Drive

City Council

The Newport Beach City Council will consider adopting ordinances to prohibit the sale and distribution of flavored tobacco products and nitrous oxide, along with measures to ban e-bicycles on a school playground. The meeting also includes a study session on traffic calming in the Bayview Heights neighborhood and the award of a contract for Balboa Yacht Basin dredging.

• Ordinance No. 2025-26: Prohibition of sale and distribution of flavored tobacco products
• Ordinance No. 2025-27: Prohibition of sale, distribution, and use of nitrous oxide
• Ordinance No. 2025-29: Prohibiting e-bicycles on Newport Elementary School Playground
• Award of contract for Balboa Yacht Basin Maintenance Dredging to Pacific Dredge and Construction, LLC
• Study session on Traffic Calming and Public Safety Measures in Bayview Heights

Public Notice

The Newport Beach City Council will hold public hearings on two items: a code amendment for the VE Area Overlay District (PA2018-075) and an appeal regarding the Coyote Canyon Landfill Gas to Energy Facility.

• Public hearing on Code Amendments VE Area Overlay District (PA2018-075)
• Public hearing on Coyote Canyon Landfill Gas to Energy Facility Appeal

Harbor Commission

The Harbor Commission will receive progress reports from ad hoc committees and updates on the Commission's 2024 objectives. The Harbormaster will also provide a report on Harbor Department activities from September 2025.

• Ad hoc committee project updates
• Progress updates on Harbor Commission 2024 Objectives
• Harbormaster update on September 2025 activities

Civil Service Board

The Newport Beach Civil Service Board will hold elections for chair and vice chair for the 2025-2026 term. The board will also vote on approving minutes from its August 28, 2025 special meeting and hear oral reports from city human resources, fire, and police departments.

• Chair/Vice Chair elections for 2025-2026
• Approval of minutes from the August 28, 2025 special meeting
• Oral reports on city-wide, fire, and police department matters

Water Quality/Coastal Tidelands Committee

The Water Quality/Coastal Tidelands Committee meets to discuss subcommittee updates on the General Plan's Harbor, Bay and Beaches Element and a proposed trash interceptor viewing platform. All items are for discussion only; no votes are scheduled. The committee also reviews minutes and sets the next meeting date.

• Update on City's General Plan Harbor, Bay and Beaches Element subcommittee
• Presentation on proposed Newport Beach Trash Interceptor Viewing Platform
• Discussion of committee goals and subcommittee updates
• Santa Ana River Trash Mitigation Project field trip planned (November 2025)
• Draft Copper Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) expected (Winter 2026)

Public Notice

The Newport Beach Zoning Administrator will hold public notices on three permit applications. Items include a tentative parcel map and coastal development permit for properties at 207, 209, and 209½ 43rd Street, a minor use permit for a Cue Zone at 4229 Birch Street, and a modification permit for a residence at 910 Kings Road.

• Tentative Parcel Map and Coastal Development Permit for 207 43rd Street LLC and Gibson Residences at 207, 209 & 209½ 43rd Street
• Cue Zone Minor Use Permit and Staff Approval at 4229 Birch Street, Suite 175 & 180
• Greaves Residence Modification Permit at 910 Kings Road

General Plan Update Steering Committee

The General Plan Update Steering Committee is reviewing draft Safety and Land Use elements previously vetted by the GPAC. The committee will decide whether to concur with these drafts to allow them to move to the Planning Commission and public review.

• Review and approval of June 23, 2025, meeting minutes
• Review and approval of July 23, 2025, meeting minutes
• Review of draft Safety Element including revisions from CAL FIRE
• Review of draft Land Use Element including GPAC member comments
• Staff report on anticipated next steps for the General Plan Update

City Council

The City Council will conduct second readings and adopt the 2025 California Building Standards Codes, Fire Code, and Wildland-Urban Interface Code with local amendments. It will also introduce ordinances to ban flavored tobacco products, prohibit nitrous oxide sales and use, redefine open container possession, and ban electric bicycles on the Newport Elementary School playground. Additionally, the Council will hear a request to consider creating an ad hoc committee to evaluate a new police station headquarters.

• Adoption of 2025 California Building Standards Codes with local amendments (Ordinances 2025-23, 2025-24, 2025-25)
• Introduction of ordinance banning flavored tobacco products (Ordinance 2025-26)
• Introduction of ordinance prohibiting nitrous oxide sale, distribution, and use (Ordinance 2025-27)
• Introduction of ordinance banning electric bicycles on Newport Elementary School playground (Ordinance 2025-29)
• Councilmember request to study feasibility and cost of a new police station headquarters

Public Notice

The Newport Beach City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss the 24-25 Draft Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation and the 301 E Balboa Blvd Relocation Plan.

• Public Hearing: 24-25 Draft Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation
• Public Hearing: 301 E Balboa Blvd Relocation Plan

Public Notice

The Newport Beach City Council will hold a public hearing to consider a request to extend the three-year construction limit for project X2020-0999 located at 1105 West Balboa Boulevard.

• Hearing Officer: Three-Year Construction Limit Extension (X2020-0999)
• Site Location: 1105 West Balboa Boulevard
• Public Notice for Hearing Officer meeting

Public Notice

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three items: a proposal for Sol Mexican Cocina Restaurant at 251-201 East Coast Highway, the Monrovia Townhomes project at 1580-1598 Monrovia Avenue, and an appeal regarding landscape changes at Fire Station No. 1 and Balboa Branch Library at 100 East Balboa Boulevard.

• Sol Mexican Cocina Restaurant (PA2023-0144) at 251, 151, and 201 East Coast Highway
• Monrovia Townhomes Project (PA2025-0062) at 1580-1598 Monrovia Avenue and 865-899 West 16th Street
• Fire Station No. 1 and Balboa Branch Library Landscape Changes Appeal (PA2025-130) at 100 East Balboa Boulevard

Hearing Officer

The Newport Beach Hearing Officer will hold a public hearing to decide whether to grant a 180-day extension for completing a new duplex at 1105 W. Balboa Blvd. The project involves a 3,802 sq ft duplex with attached garage, carport, and porch/deck. The officer may grant the extension if special circumstances or delays beyond the applicant's control are found. The meeting also includes public comment on non-agenda items.

• Three-year construction limit extension request for Building Permit X2020-0999 at 1105 W. Balboa Blvd
• Proposed construction: 3,802 sq ft duplex with 490 sq ft garage, 468 sq ft carport, and 933 sq ft porch/deck
• Requested extension until February 17, 2026 to complete construction
• Staff recommendation: CEQA exemption under Class 1 (Existing Facilities)
• Hearing officer may impose conditions to ensure timely completion and limit impacts

Lower Castaways and Aquatic Center Site Ad Hoc Committee

The Lower Castaways and Aquatic Center Site Ad Hoc Committee will approve the draft minutes from the July 10, 2025 meeting. It will receive and file the Request for Proposals (RFP No. 2026-08) for the redevelopment of Lower Castaways Park. It will also receive and file conceptual designs for a public aquatic center at Mariners Park and Bonita Creek Park, noting that no cost estimates have been developed. Public comments on non‑agenda items are invited.

• Approve and file draft minutes of July 10, 2025
• Receive and file RFP No. 2026-08 for Lower Castaways redevelopment
• Receive and file concept designs for aquatic center at Mariners Park and Bonita Creek Park (feasibility studies)
• Public comments invited on non‑agenda items

General Plan Advisory Committee

The General Plan Advisory Committee will review draft minutes from August 6, 2025, and receive an overview of the Draft Land Use Element from the Land Use Subcommittee. The committee will also hear verbal updates from the Noise Subcommittee and City staff regarding upcoming project deliverables.

• Review and approve minutes of August 6, 2025
• Receive overview of Draft Land Use Element
• Vote to support moving draft Element forward for GPUSC review
• Receive verbal updates from Noise Subcommittee
• Receive updates on upcoming project deliverables and timing

Board of Library Trustees

The Newport Beach Board of Library Trustees will vote on a consent calendar that bundles routine items such as the August 18, 2025 meeting minutes, patron comment reports, and an expenditure status report. The board will also hear updates on information technology and literacy services, and receive monthly reports from library staff and foundation liaisons.

• Adopt minutes of the August 18, 2025 Board of Library Trustees meeting (pp. 4-10)
• Approve patron comments report (pp. 11-13) and patron request evaluation (pp. 14-17)
• Review expenditure status report for August operating expenses (p. 18)
• Information Technology update presented by IT Manager Avery Maglinti
• Literacy Services update and report on program events

Public Notice

The Newport Beach Zoning Administrator is holding a public meeting to consider three items: a residence project at 427 Harbor Island Drive, a coffee shop proposal at 408 31st Street, and the annual review of the Pacific View Memorial Park Development Agreement at 3500 Pacific View Drive. All items are listed as public notices; no votes or decisions are recorded in the agenda.

• Annual review of Pacific View Memorial Park Development Agreement (PA2025-0096) at 3500 Pacific View Drive
• Rodriquez Residence (PA2025-0071) at 427 Harbor Island Drive
• Sundays Coffee and Co. (PA2025-0115) at 408 31st Street

Harbor Commission

The Harbor Commission will discuss potential safety requirements for single-day small vessel rental customers in Newport Harbor, including renter orientation, life jacket usage, and operator age. The commission will also receive a presentation from the Newport Mooring Association on its role and activities, and hear updates from ad hoc committees and the harbormaster. No final decisions are expected; the commission may provide direction to staff on possible approaches.

• Discussion of safety requirements for single-day small vessel rental customers (item 6.2)
• Presentation from Newport Mooring Association on its role, activities, and priorities (item 6.1)
• Ad hoc committee updates on short-term projects (item 6.3)
• Progress updates on Harbor Commission 2024 Objectives (item 6.4)
• Harbormaster update on August 2025 activities, including mooring fields and Balboa Yacht Basin management (item 6.5)

City Council

The City Council will vote on several ordinances regarding public property use, swimming regulations, and ADU standards. The body is also reviewing contracts for road modifications and police ALPR systems, and a major water main replacement project.

• Award of $6,741,473 contract to T.E. Roberts, Inc. for Balboa Peninsula and Shorecliff water main improvements
• Amendment to increase Kreuzer Consulting Group agreement by $286,059 for Old Newport Blvd and West Coast Hwy project
• Amendment to Flock Group, Inc. agreement for ALPR units at a cost of $144,800
• Ordinance No. 2025-20 updating Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) and Junior ADU standards
• Proposed review of regulations and potential moratorium on new smoke shops

Public Notice

The Newport Beach City Council will hold a public hearing to adopt the 2025 California Building Standards Code, the 2025 California Fire Code, and the 2025 California Wildland Code. The council will also consider a Notice of Intent to override the Agricultural Land Use Conversion (ALUC) determination for the Snug Harbor Surf Park project. These actions are scheduled for the September 9, 2025 meeting at 4:00 PM in the Chambers at 100 Civic Center Drive.

• Adoption of the 2025 California Building Standards Code
• Adoption of the 2025 California Fire Code and 2025 Wildland Code
• Notice of Intent to override the ALUC determination for Snug Harbor Surf Park

Public Notice

The Civil Service Board meeting scheduled for September 8, 2025, has been canceled. No other items are listed on the agenda.

Water Quality/Coastal Tidelands Committee

The Water Quality/Coastal Tidelands Committee will review and approve the meeting minutes. It will discuss a Surfline Coastal Intelligence presentation on AI‑driven beach erosion monitoring, with a recommendation for discussion and approval. Members will receive an update on the draft Harbor, Bay and Beaches element of Newport Beach's General Plan, also for discussion. The meeting will include announcements of upcoming projects and set the next meeting date.

• Surfline Coastal Intelligence presentation on AI beach monitoring – discussion/approval
• Update on City of Newport Beach General Plan – Harbor, Bay and Beaches element – discussion
• Approval of meeting minutes as presented
• Announcement of Santa Ana River Trash Mitigation Project field trip (Oct 2025)
• Announcement of Newport Bay Trash Interceptor Viewing Platform (Oct 2025)

Public Notice

The Newport Beach City Council is scheduled to receive a public notice regarding the Snug Harbor Surf Park project at 3100 Irvine Avenue. The Planning Commission is listed on the agenda for this item.

• Public Notice: Snug Harbor Surf Park (PA2024-0069)
• Site Location: 3100 Irvine Avenue
• Agenda Item: Planning Commission

Public Notice

The Newport Beach Zoning Administrator will hold public hearings on two coastal development permit applications, including a residential condominium project requiring a tentative parcel map. The first item is a condominium development at 321 and 321 ½ Larkspur Avenue. The second is a residence remodel at 600 West Ocean Front. Both items are subject to public notice and comment.

• 424 Orchid LLC – Tentative Parcel Map and Coastal Development Permit for residential condominiums at 321 and 321 ½ Larkspur Avenue (PA2025-0081)
• DeMore Residence – Coastal Development Permit for property at 600 West Ocean Front (PA2025-0032)

City Council

The Newport Beach City Council will consider adopting several ordinances, including new rules on swimming and climbing near waterways, updated fire hazard zones, and changes to short-term lodging regulations. The body will also approve a development agreement for the Uptown Newport Planned Community.

• Ordinance 2025-19: Prohibits climbing on railings and restricts diving/jumping from public property
• Ordinance 2025-11: Adopts 2025 fire hazard severity zones
• Ordinance 2025-15 and 2025-16: Amends short-term lodging regulations
• Ordinance 2025-17: Approves third amendment to Uptown Newport Planned Community development agreement at 4321 Jamboree Road
• Resolution 2025-53: Amends salary schedule for Part Time Employees Association of Newport Beach

Public Notice

The Newport Beach City Council will hold a public hearing on two matters. The first is the appeal of the Ford Road Townhomes development (PA2025-0049). The second is an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) ordinance (PA2025-0093).

• Ford Road Townhomes appeal (PA2025-0049)
• Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) ordinance (PA2025-0093)

Public Notice

The Planning Commission will issue public notices for the ARC CARNE & CANTINA restaurant project at 2902 West Coast Highway, Unit A (PA2025-0057) and for the East Coast Highway restaurant space at 3025 and 3027 East Coast Highway (PA2024-0231). No decisions are listed; the agenda items are informational notices only.

• ARC CARNE & CANTINA restaurant – site 2902 West Coast Highway, Unit A (PA2025-0057)
• East Coast Highway restaurant space – sites 3025 & 3027 East Coast Highway (PA2024-0231)

Building and Fire Board of Appeals

The Building and Fire Board of Appeals will meet to approve prior meeting minutes and receive a staff presentation on proposed city amendments to the 2025 California Building Standards Code, covering multiple volumes including building, fire, residential, and green codes. The board will provide comments but take no final action.

• Staff presentation on proposed city amendments to the 2025 California Building Standards Code (Building Volumes 1 and 2, Residential, Fire, Mechanical, Plumbing, Electrical, Green, Energy, Historical Building, Wildland-Urban Interface, and Existing Building)
• Approval of minutes from September 10, 2024

Public Notice

The Newport Beach Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing on August 14, 2025, to consider three coastal development permits: a residence at 6601 Seashore Drive, a residence at 320 and 320½ East Balboa Boulevard, and a residential condominium project with a tentative parcel map at 605 and 605½ Carnation Avenue.

• Garcia Residence Coastal Development Permit at 6601 Seashore Drive
• Dildine Residence Coastal Development Permit at 320 and 320½ East Balboa Boulevard
• Doan Residential Condominiums Tentative Parcel Map and Coastal Development Permit at 605 & 605½ Carnation Avenue

Harbor Commission

The Harbor Commission will hold a public hearing on a variance request to allow two slips at 2100-2102 E. Balboa Blvd. The body will also review draft goals and policies for the Harbor, Bay, and Beaches Element and discuss potential revisions to the harbor section of the Municipal Code.

• Public hearing on dock reconfiguration variance at 2100-2102 E. Balboa Blvd
• Review of draft Harbor, Bay, and Beaches Element goals and policies
• Discussion of proposed revisions to NBMC Title 177.2
• Consideration of creating an ad-hoc subcommittee to review Harbor Commission objectives
• Harbormaster update on July 2025 activities

Public Notice

The Newport Beach Planning Commission will issue a public notice for the Zenk Residence (PA2025-0057) located at 2830 Bayview Drive. No specific decisions or actions are detailed in the agenda. The meeting appears to be procedural, providing notice to the public.

• Public notice for Zenk Residence (PA2025-0057) at 2830 Bayview Drive

Civil Service Board

The Civil Service Board will consider approving the minutes from its July 7, 2025 regular meeting and receive oral reports from the Human Resources, Fire, and Police departments. The agenda contains only procedural items and routine updates, with no proposed policy changes or new business.

• Approval of minutes from the July 7, 2025 regular meeting
• Oral report on city-wide and human resources matters
• Oral report on fire department matters
• Oral report on police department matters

Public Notice

The Zoning Administrator is holding a meeting to review three public notices regarding land use and development permits. The body will consider a lot line adjustment and two coastal development permits.

• Lot line adjustment for 3150 and 3200 Breakers Drive (PA2025-0036)
• Coastal Development Permit for Lobel Residence at 1212 West Oceanfront (PA2024-0103)
• Limited Term Permit and Coastal Development for Kickstand LLC soda trailer at 2001 West Balboa Boulevard (PA2025-0074)

City Council

The Newport Beach City Council is set to adopt a new compensation plan for city management and approve salary agreements with the Fire Management Association, Lifeguard Management Association, and Part-Time Employees Association. The meeting also includes the introduction of ordinances regarding fire hazard zones and water safety standards.

• Adoption of 2025 Key & Management Compensation Plan ($1,341,837)
• Adoption of MOU with Newport Beach Fire Management Association ($230,058)
• Adoption of MOU with Newport Beach Lifeguard Management Association ($233,595)
• Introduction of Ordinance updating commercial parking requirements
• Introduction of Ordinance revising Cross-Connection Control Program

Public Notice

The Newport Beach City Council is holding a meeting with public hearings on several items, including CDBG 25-29, short-term rental (STL) amendments, the NB Tennis and Pickleball Club project (PA2021-260), municipal code amendments (PA2022-0219), and the third amendment to the Uptown Newport Development Agreement (PA2025-0010). All items are listed for discussion and possible action.

• Public hearing on CDBG 25-29 (Community Development Block Grant)
• Public hearing on STL (short-term rental) amendments
• Public hearing on NB Tennis and Pickleball Club (PA2021-260)
• Public hearing on Municipal Code Amendments (PA2022-0219)
• Public hearing on Uptown Newport DA 3rd Amendment (PA2025-0010)

Public Notice

The Aviation Committee meeting scheduled for July 21, 2025, has been canceled. No other items are listed on the agenda.

Public Notice

The Planning Commission is meeting to review a citywide ordinance regarding Accessory Dwelling Units. The body will also consider a variance for a residence and a gas-to-energy facility.

• Accessory Dwelling Unit Ordinance (PA2025-0093) - Citywide
• Tracy Residence Variance (PA2023-0200) at 1020 White Sails Way
• Coyote Canyon Landfill-Gas-to-Energy Facility (PA2022-063) at 20662 Newport Coast Drive

Public Notice

The Hearing Officer is holding public notices to consider three-year construction limit extensions for two specific sites. These proceedings determine if the projects may be granted additional time to complete construction.

• Construction limit extension (X2019-4084) for 2495 Ocean Blvd.
• Construction limit extension (X2021-0667) for 2300 Mesa Drive

Hearing Officer

The Newport Beach Hearing Officer will hold public hearings on two requests to extend three-year construction limits for building permits. The first request is for a 6,614 sq. ft. new single-family residence at 2495 Ocean Blvd., with a requested extension to January 25, 2025. The second request involves a 3,139 sq. ft. solarium addition at 2300 Mesa Drive, with a requested extension to January 28, 2026. The officer may grant up to 180-day extensions if special circumstances or delays beyond the applicant's control are found.

• Extension request for new 6,614 sq. ft. single-family residence with garage, balcony, cabana, and loggia at 2495 Ocean Blvd.
• Extension request for 3,139 sq. ft. solarium addition and kitchen expansion at 2300 Mesa Drive.
• Both items require CEQA exemption finding under Class 1 (Existing Facilities).
• Hearing officer may grant up to 180-day extensions per application under Newport Beach Municipal Code Section 15.02.095.

Harbor Commission

The Harbor Commission will vote to adopt updated onshore mooring specifications and elect officers for the 2025-26 year. The body will also assign an ad hoc committee to review the 2025 Harbor and Beaches Master Plan for the 2026 version.

• Election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary for 2025-26
• Adoption of Resolution HC2025- updating onshore mooring specifications
• Assignment of ad hoc committee to review 2025 Harbor and Beaches Master Plan
• Progress updates on 2024 Commission Objectives
• Harbormaster report on June 2025 activities

City Council

The Newport Beach City Council will adopt several resolutions that amend the budget and establish employee agreements. Items include a Medi‑Cal Managed Care rate‑range transfer with a $164,746 expenditure and $390,507 revenue estimate, a $1,036,295 amendment for a professional‑technical employees agreement, and a $1,693,275 amendment for a police management association agreement. The council will also approve a $135,080 professional services contract with Arts Orange County and consider a CalPERS contract amendment. Routine consent‑calendar items will be voted on in a single motion.

• Resolution 2025-40: Medi‑Cal IGT program – $164,746 budget amendment and $390,507 revenue estimate
• Resolution 2025-41: MOU with Newport Beach Professional and Technical Employees Association – $1,036,295 budget amendment
• Resolution 2025-42: MOU with Newport Beach Police Management Association – $1,693,275 budget amendment
• Professional Services Agreement with Arts Orange County for Phase X of the Sculpture Exhibition – up to $135,080
• Resolution 2025-43: CalPERS contract amendment to eliminate cost sharing for Citywide Miscellaneous Tier I employees

Civil Service Board

This is a routine meeting with no major policy decisions. The board will approve minutes from its June 2 regular and June 17 special meetings, and receive oral reports from Human Resources, Fire, and Police departments.

• Approval of minutes from June 2, 2025 regular meeting
• Approval of minutes from June 17, 2025 special meeting
• Oral report on city-wide and human resources matters
• Oral report on Fire Department matters
• Oral report on Police Department matters

Public Notice

The Planning Commission will hold a public notice on the Ford Road Townhomes project (PA2025-0049). The site is the unaddressed property abutting 1650 Ford Road (APN 458-361-10). It is listed as Site ID No. 141 in the Housing Element Sites Inventory. No further action is indicated in the agenda item.

• Ford Road Townhomes (PA2025-0049) – public notice for site abutting 1650 Ford Road (APN 458-361-10)
• Site identified as Site ID No. 141 in the Housing Element Sites Inventory

General Plan Advisory Committee

The General Plan Advisory Committee will review and consider a vote to advance the draft Recreation Element and Natural Resources Element to the General Plan Update Steering Committee and for public review. The committee will also approve the June 4, 2025 meeting minutes and receive updates on upcoming deliverables and schedules from city staff and consultants.

• Vote on draft Recreation Element and Natural Resources Element (Attachments 2 & 3)
• Approval of June 4, 2025 meeting minutes
• Overview from Recreation/Natural Resources Subcommittee on their May 15, 2025 review
• Staff and consultant update on upcoming deliverables, objectives, and schedules
• Public comments invited on agenda and non-agenda items (3-minute limit)

Public Notice

The Newport Beach City Council will review four public notices for coastal development permits and minor use permits. These items involve residential and commercial projects located along the coast and Newport Boulevard.

• Alvarado Residence Coastal Development Permit (PA2025-0034) at 127 Shorecliff Road
• Christian Residential Condominiums Tentative Parcel Map and Coastal Development Permit (PA2025-0086) at 3601 Lake Avenue
• Gelato Del Mar Minor Use Permit (PA2025-0038) at 226 Marine Avenue, Unit A
• Celine Facial Spa Minor Use Permit (PA2024-0233) at 326 Marine Avenue, Suite A
• CasaDami Café Minor Use Permit (PA2025-0076) at 2210 Newport Boulevard, Suite 101

City Council

The Newport Beach City Council will adopt several ordinances and resolutions, including amendments to the North Newport Center development plan and a new rule banning spectators at street races. It will also approve a temporary street‑closure plan for the Fourth of July and a memorandum of understanding with the Employees League that adds salary‑schedule funding. In addition, the council will consider a $7,188,000 contract for the Corporation Yard Improvement Project and discuss preparation for Advanced Air Mobility.

• Ordinance Nos. 2025-7 and 2025-8: Amend North Newport Center Planned Community (PC‑56) to allocate 1,500 base dwelling units at 100 and 190 Newport Center Drive
• Ordinance No. 2025-9: Add Chapter 12.70 prohibiting spectators at street races and reckless‑driving exhibitions
• Resolution No. 2025-35: Authorize temporary closure of Back Bay Drive, the 100 block of Orange Street, San Joaquin Hills Road, and Via Malaga for the Fourth of July holiday
• Resolution No. 2025-36: Adopt MOU with Newport Beach Employees League and approve budget amendments of $31,563 and $926,170 for salary and benefit accounts
• Contract No. 7876-2: Award Legion Construction, Inc. a $7,188,000 bid for the Corporation Yard Improvement Project

Public Notice

The Newport Beach City Council meeting on June 24, 2025 will include a public hearing notice. Council members will review the Drinking Water Quality Report. They will discuss proposed recycling fees for fiscal year 2025‑26. They will also discuss proposed sewer fees for fiscal year 2025‑26.

• Public Hearing Notices
• Drinking Water Quality Report
• Recycling Fees FY 25‑26
• Sewer Fees FY 25‑26

General Plan Update Steering Committee

The General Plan Update Steering Committee will consider confirming a new chair, approving prior minutes, and reviewing draft Arts and Culture, Historical Resources, and Harbor, Bay, and Beaches elements from the General Plan Advisory Committee. The committee may provide feedback and express concurrence with the GPAC's work. Staff will also present next steps for the General Plan Update.

• Vote to confirm GPUSC Member Nancy Gardner as Chair after expired terms and new Council-confirmed roster
• Review and approve minutes from December 18, 2024 meeting
• Review draft Arts and Culture Element, Historical Resources Element, and Harbor, Bay, and Beaches Element (Attachments 2, 3, 4)
• Provide feedback on GPAC's efforts and receive/file attachments to concur with GPAC actions
• Receive report on next steps for the General Plan Update and provide input

Public Notice

The Newport Beach City Council will consider extending construction time limits for two residential projects located on Signal Road and Birch Street. The hearings are scheduled for 8:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. respectively.

• Hearing Officer to consider Three-Year Construction Limit Extension (X2020-0937) at 515 Signal Road
• Public Hearing for Three-Year Construction Limit Extension (X2019-4083) at 20462 Birch Street

Public Notice

The Newport Beach Planning Commission will hold public hearings on four items at this meeting, including a third amendment to the Uptown Newport Development Agreement at 4321 Jamboree Road, a Verizon faux tree telecom facility at 1024 Irvine Avenue, a residence at 6805 Seashore Drive, and the Snug Harbor Surf Park at 3100 Irvine Avenue. The agenda lists each item as a public notice, indicating decisions may be made.

• Uptown Newport Development Agreement Third Amendment (PA2025-0010) at 4321 Jamboree Road
• Verizon Faux Tree Telecom Facility (PA2025-0024) at 1024 Irvine Avenue
• 6805 Seashore LLC Residence (PA2024-0123) at 6805 Seashore Drive
• Snug Harbor Surf Park (PA2024-0069) at 3100 Irvine Avenue

Hearing Officer

The Hearing Officer will hold a public hearing on a request to extend the three‑year construction limit for a new single‑family dwelling project at 20462 Birch Street. The staff report recommends granting up to a 180‑day extension if special circumstances are found, and finding the project exempt from CEQA. The officer will consider whether conditions are needed to ensure timely completion and limit impacts to neighboring properties.

• Public hearing on Three-Year Construction Limit Extension (X2019-4083) – 20462 Birch Street
• Request to extend permit deadline to November 21, 2025 for a 11,310 SF single‑family home with garage and decks
• Staff recommends CEQA exemption under Class 1 and possible 180‑day extension if special circumstances are proven

Public Notice

The regular meeting of the Newport Beach Board of Library Trustees scheduled for June 16, 2025 has been canceled. The next regular meeting will be held on July 21, 2025.

• Meeting canceled; no items discussed

Public Notice

The Zoning Administrator is reviewing several permit applications for residential modifications and business operations. The meeting includes notices for coastal development and land use permits.

• Zak Residence Modification and Coastal Development Permit at 34 Castaways North
• Taylor Residence Coastal Development Permit at 213 Tremont Drive
• Bay House 2100, LLC Residence Coastal Development Permit and Lot Merger at 2100 and 2102 East Balboa Boulevard
• Bayshore Café Minor Use Permit and Operator License at 100 West Coast Highway, Suite 104

Harbor Commission

The Harbor Commission will receive updates on the Balboa Yacht Basin marina reconstruction and maintenance dredging, including disposal at Port of Long Beach. The commission will also vote on proposed revisions to onshore mooring specifications and discuss potential updates to Title 17 of the city code. Other items include code enforcement reports and committee progress updates.

• Balboa Yacht Basin marina replacement and dredging update; disposal at Port of Long Beach Pier G Fill Project
• Proposed revision to onshore mooring weight specifications to align permits with 18-foot moorings
• Discussion of proposed revisions to Newport Beach Municipal Code Title 17 (harbor regulations)
• Harbor Department code enforcement update on special enforcement programs
• Harbormaster report on May 2025 activities including mooring field and marina management

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting a new memorandum of understanding with the Newport Beach Police Association, which includes $361,589 in additional expenditures for FY 2024-25 and $4.1 million for FY 2025-26. The council will also introduce an ordinance banning spectators from attending street races and reckless driving exhibitions. Several routine items on the consent calendar include setting the FY 2025-26 appropriations limit at $273.3 million and approving grants and contracts.

• Introduction of Ordinance No. 2025-9 prohibiting spectators at street races and reckless driving exhibitions
• Adoption of Resolution No. 2025-30 approving a police union MOU with budget amendments totaling $4,467,897.92
• Resolution No. 2025-28 setting FY 2025-26 appropriations limit at $273,258,369
• Amendment to landfill gas control system contract with American International Environmental, Inc. for $75,000
• Community Programs Grants totaling $41,100 allocated to local organizations including Balboa Island Museum and Sherman Foundation

Public Notice

The Newport Beach City Council will consider the Proposed Budget for FY 2025-26, the Housing Opportunity Overlay Zoning and Coastal Zoning Districts, and the Appropriations Limit for FY 2025-26. These items are listed under public notices and will be discussed or decided at the June 10, 2025 meeting.

• Proposed Budget FY 2025-26
• Housing Opportunity Overlay Zoning & Coastal Zoning Districts
• Appropriations Limit FY 2025-26

Water Quality/Coastal Tidelands Committee

The Water Quality/Coastal Tidelands Committee will hear a presentation from Surf Break Engineering Inc., receive an update from Silsby Strategic Advisors on the San Gabriel River trash interceptor working group, and discuss approval of committee goals and objectives. The committee may approve the minutes from its May 1, 2025 meeting and set the next meeting date for July 3, 2025.

• Presentation from Surf Break Engineering Inc. on coastal tidelands issues
• Update on San Gabriel River Trash Interceptor Project from Silsby Strategic Advisors
• Discussion and possible approval of Committee Goals/Objectives
• Review and approval of May 1, 2025 draft minutes

Public Notice

The scheduled June 5, 2025 meeting of the Newport Beach Planning Commission has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

General Plan Advisory Committee

The General Plan Advisory Committee will first consider and approve the minutes from its April 2, 2025 meeting. It will then hear overviews of the draft Arts and Cultural/Historic Resources Element and the draft Harbor, Bay, and Beaches Element, and vote to move both drafts forward for GPUSC and public review. Finally, staff and the consulting team will present updates on upcoming deliverables and timelines.

• Approve the draft minutes of the April 2, 2025 meeting.
• Receive overview and vote to advance the Draft Arts and Cultural Element and Historic Resources Element.
• Receive overview and vote to advance the Draft Harbor, Bay, and Beaches Element.
• Presentation by city staff and consultants on updates, objectives, and scheduled deliverables.
• Public comments on non‑agenda items (limited to three minutes per speaker).

Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission

The Newport Beach Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission will review a staff report and presentation on the Big Canyon Eagle Scout Project. The meeting will also approve routine consent‑calendar items, including the draft minutes from May 6, 2025, and activity reports for PW and RSS. Public comment periods are provided for both consent‑calendar and non‑agenda items.

• Approve draft minutes of the May 6, 2025 Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission meeting
• Approve PW Activity Report
• Approve RSS Activity Report
• Review and discuss the Big Canyon Eagle Scout Project (staff report and presentation)

Civil Service Board

The Civil Service Board will approve the minutes of its May 5, 2025 regular meeting. It will hear oral reports on city‑wide and human resources matters, fire department matters, and police department matters. The board will also accept public comments before adjourning.

• Approve minutes for the May 5, 2025 regular meeting
• Oral report on city‑wide and human resources matters by Maritza Leon‑Mis
• Oral report on fire department matters by Philip Puhek
• Oral report on police department matters by Jonathan Stafford
• Public comments from community members

Public Notice

The meeting will include public notices for four permit applications: a modification permit for the Zak residence at 34 Castaways North, a modification permit for the Evans residence at 1801 Port Taggart Place, a minor‑use permit for Eleve Longevity Lounge at 2901 West Coast Highway, Suite 100, and a coastal development permit for the Nardolillo residence at 5109 Seashore Drive. The agenda lists these items for public notice; no decisions are indicated.

• Zak Residence Modification Permit (PA2025-0051) – 34 Castaways North
• Evans Residence Modification Permit (PA2024-0222) – 1801 Port Taggart Place
• Eleve Longevity Lounge Minor Use Permit (PA2025-0022) – 2901 West Coast Highway, Suite 100
• Nardolillo Residence Coastal Development Permit (PA2024-0204) – 5109 Seashore Drive

City Council

The City Council will review the proposed Fiscal Year 2025-26 through 2030-31 Capital Improvement Program, focusing on a $108,937,997 budget for public works and infrastructure. The body will also consider a tentative agreement with the Newport Beach Police Association and appoint an Interim City Clerk.

• Proposed FY 2025-26 Capital Improvement Program budget of $108,937,997
• Increase of purchase order with Vulcan Materials Co. from $120,000 to $150,000
• Contract amendment with Duke’s Root Control, Inc. increasing amount by $290,000
• Resolution No. 2025-24 establishing the position of Historian Laureate
• Tentative Agreement with Newport Beach Police Association

Public Notice

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for May 22, 2025 has been canceled. No agenda items will be considered at this time.

• Cancellation of Planning Commission meeting; no items to discuss

Public Notice

The Newport Beach Hearing Officer will hold public hearings on May 21, 2025, to decide whether to grant three-year extensions of construction deadlines for two residential projects. The extensions apply to properties at 540 Hazel Drive (X2018-3245) and 404 De Sola Terrace (X2020-2027).

• Three-Year Construction Limit Extension at 540 Hazel Drive (X2018-3245)
• Three-Year Construction Limit Extension at 404 De Sola Terrace (X2020-2027)

Public Notice

The May 21, 2025 City Council public notice agenda lists only a cancellation notice for the General Plan Update Steering Committee. No other agenda items are present, and no decisions or discussions are scheduled for this meeting.

• Cancellation notice for General Plan Update Steering Committee (meeting canceled)

Hearing Officer

The Hearing Officer will hold public hearings to determine if two projects qualify for extensions of their three-year construction limits. The officer will evaluate if special circumstances or factors beyond the owners' control justify the additional time.

• Construction limit extension request for a 3,972 sq. ft. single-family dwelling at 540 Hazel Drive
• Construction limit extension request for a pool, spa, and site drainage at 404 De Sola Terrace

Public Notice

The Hearing Officer will hold a public hearing on a request for a three-year construction limit extension (X2019-2085) for property at 914 E Ocean Front. The meeting will consider whether to approve the extension beyond the original time limit.

• Public hearing on three-year construction limit extension (X2019-2085) for 914 E Ocean Front

Hearing Officer

The Hearing Officer will hold a public hearing to consider granting up to a 180-day extension of the three-year construction limit for a single-family dwelling at 914 E Ocean Front. The applicant seeks an extension until January 8, 2026, to complete the project. The officer may grant the extension if special circumstances or delays beyond the applicant's control are found.

• Public hearing on three-year construction limit extension for Building Permit X2019-2085
• Site: 914 E Ocean Front – new 2,617 SF single-family dwelling with garage, balcony, roof deck, and loggia
• Requested extension deadline: January 8, 2026
• Project found exempt from CEQA under Class 1 (Existing Facilities)

Public Notice

The Zoning Administrator will hold public notices for five separate land use and development requests. These items include coastal development permits and a limited term permit for a fire station.

• Temporary Fire Station No. 1 Limited Term Permit at 711 East Ocean Front
• Charron Tentative Parcel Map and Coastal Development Permit at 209 Via Dijon
• Burcher Residence Coastal Development Permit at 2104 East Balboa Boulevard
• Mona Residential Condominiums Tentative Parcel Map and Coastal Development Permit at 515 36th Street
• OC Skin Care Center Minor Use Permit at 1220 Bison Avenue, Suite A3

Harbor Commission

The Newport Beach Harbor Commission will consider whether to pursue a proposal to establish day‑use moorings in Corona del Mar Cove, including a CEQA exemption and possible referral to City Council for funding. The meeting will also approve the draft minutes from the March 12, 2025 commission meeting and receive updates and CEQA exemptions for several ad hoc committees and the Harbormaster report.

• Decision on day‑use moorings in Corona del Mar Cove (Objective 9) – CEQA exemption and possible referral to City Council
• Approval of draft minutes from the March 12, 2025 Harbor Commission meeting
• CEQA exemption and filing of updates from ad hoc committees
• CEQA exemption and filing of Harbor Commission 2024 Objectives updates
• Harbormaster report on department activities – CEQA exemption and filing

City Council

The City Council will hold a study session to review a draft concept expanding summer trolley service to Corona del Mar, Newport Center, and Balboa Island, and will provide direction to staff. The regular meeting will then consider a consent calendar including adoption of an ordinance regulating bicycles and e-bikes on the beach, approval of union memorandums of understanding with firefighters and lifeguards, and several contracts for services and construction.

• Study session on expansion of summer trolley service to Corona del Mar, Newport Center, and Balboa Island
• Adoption of Ordinance No. 2025-6 amending beach rules for bicycles and e-bikes
• Resolution No. 2025-20 adopting MOU with Newport Beach Firefighters Association with $422,413 budget amendment
• Resolution No. 2025-21 adopting MOU with Association of Newport Beach Ocean Lifeguards with $127,948 budget amendment
• Professional Services Agreement with Deckard Technologies for short-term lodging compliance and hotline, $243,750 not-to-exceed

Public Notice

The Newport Beach Planning Commission meeting scheduled for May 8, 2025 at 6:00 PM in the Council Chambers was cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this time. Residents should watch for a rescheduled notice if needed.

Civil Service Board

The Newport Beach Civil Service Board will approve minutes from the April 7 meeting and receive oral reports from Human Resources, Fire, and Police departments. The board will then move to a closed session to discuss public employee discipline, dismissal, or release matters as required by Government Code section 54957(b)(1). The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Approve minutes for the April 7, 2025 regular meeting
• Oral reports on city‑wide and human resources matters
• Oral reports on fire department matters
• Oral reports on police department matters
• Closed session to consider public employee discipline/dismissal/release

Water Quality/Coastal Tidelands Committee

The Water Quality/Coastal Tidelands Committee will hear presentations on OCWD's Prado Dam Stormwater Capture proposal and a coastal resiliency program from the City of Oceanside. The committee will also review and update its goals and objectives. Future agenda items include trash interceptor projects and copper TMDL.

• Prado Dam Stormwater Capture proposal (OCWD) – presentation and discussion
• Coastal Resiliency Program from City of Oceanside – presentation
• Review and update of Committee Goals
• San Gabriel River Trash Interceptor Project (future agenda, June 2025)
• Newport Bay Trash Interceptor – trash characterization (future agenda, July 2025)

City Council

The City Council holds a study session to discuss the redevelopment of the Lower Castaways site and options for a city pool. During the regular meeting, the council will consider a consent calendar including an ordinance to regulate bicycles and e-bikes on the beach, adoption of resolutions creating ad hoc committees on oil and integrated pest management, and approval of several contracts and tentative labor agreements.

• Study session on Lower Castaways redevelopment and city pool options
• Introduction of Ordinance No. 2025-6 regulating bicycles and e-bikes on the beach
• Creation of Ad Hoc Oil Advisory Committee (Resolution 2025-15) and Integrated Pest Management Ad Hoc Committee (Resolution 2025-16)
• Approval of $2,334,049 amendment to Nature's Image, Inc. for maintenance services
• Approval of $500,000 on-call facilities maintenance contract with Ramco General Engineering Contractors, Inc.

Public Notice

The Newport Beach City Council will hold a public hearing on a fee study update for fiscal year 2025-26, consider amendments to the North Newport Center PC-56 zoning plan, and review an appeal regarding Five Crowns. No additional details are provided in the agenda.

• Fee Study Update FY 25-26
• North Newport Center PC-56 Amendments
• Five Crowns Appeal

Public Notice

The Newport Beach City Council will consider a series of permit applications during the public notice meeting. Items include a coastal development permit for HFO 2 LLC at 1036 West Ocean Front, a modification permit for Valencia Residence at 10 Whitesands Drive, minor use permits for Luke’s Lobster and Jasper Coffee at 329 Marine Avenue, and a limited‑term and coastal development permit for Camp James at 1131 Back Bay Drive.

• HFO 2 LLC Residence Coastal Development Permit (PA2024-0214) – 1036 West Ocean Front
• Valencia Residence Modification Permit (PA2025-0012) – 10 Whitesands Drive
• Luke’s Lobster Minor Use Permit (PA2025-0016) – 329 Marine Avenue
• Jasper Coffee Minor Use Permit (PA2025-0021) – 329 Marine Avenue
• Camp James Limited Term Permit and Coastal Development Permit (PA2025-0003) – 1131 Back Bay Drive

Public Notice

The Newport Beach Aviation Committee meeting scheduled for April 21, 2025, has been canceled. No agenda items will be discussed or decided at this time.

Public Notice

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for April 17, 2025, has been canceled. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting canceled; no public hearings or decisions made.

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing to consider overriding the Orange County Airport Land Use Commission's determination of inconsistency for amendments to Housing Opportunity Overlay Zoning Districts (PA2024-0205). The consent calendar includes adoption of an ordinance on construction timeframes, award of a $1.18 million slurry seal program contract, and approval of a $1.22 million construction management contract for Fire Station No. 1 / Balboa Branch Library. Councilmembers also proposed future agenda items on pesticide policy and removing a property at 1501 16th Street from the General Plan as a housing opportunity site.

• Public hearing on Resolution No. 2025-13 to override Orange County Airport Land Use Commission's inconsistency finding for Housing Opportunity Overlay Zoning amendments
• Adoption of Ordinance No. 2025-5 amending construction completion timeframes in the municipal code
• Award of Contract No. 9717-1 to American Asphalt South, Inc. for Slurry Seal Program FY 2024-25 ($1,176,197)
• Approval of professional services agreement with Griffin Structures for Fire Station No. 1 / Balboa Branch Library construction management ($1,220,750)
• Approval of professional services agreement with Carpi & Clay, Inc. for federal advocacy services ($343,800)

Public Notice

The Newport Beach Zoning Administrator will hold public hearings on several land-use items, including coastal development permits for two residences on East Ocean Front, minor use permits for a medical spa and medical office on Birch Street, lot mergers on Redlands Drive, and the annual review of the North Newport Center Development Agreement at 1101 Newport Center Drive. All items are scheduled for decision at the April 10, 2025 meeting.

• 306 East Oceanfront LLC Residence Coastal Development Permit (PA2024-0203) at 306 and 306 ½ East Ocean Front
• Schwartz Residence Coastal Development Permit (PA2024-0059) at 2050 East Ocean Front
• Reecess Medical Spa Minor Use Permit (PA2024-0150) at 4301 Birch Street, Suite 131
• 2360 Redlands Drive Lot Merger (PA2025-0001) involving 2360 Redlands Drive and unaddressed parcel APN 439-232-13
• Annual Review of North Newport Center Development Agreement (PA2024-0096) at 1101 Newport Center Drive

Civil Service Board

The Civil Service Board will meet to approve minutes from three previous meetings. The board will also receive oral reports regarding city-wide human resources, the fire department, and the police department.

• Approval of February 19, 2025, special meeting minutes
• Approval of March 3, 2025, regular meeting minutes
• Approval of March 25, 2025, special meeting minutes
• Oral report on city-wide and human resources matters
• Oral reports on fire and police department matters

Water Quality/Coastal Tidelands Committee

The Water Quality/Coastal Tidelands Committee will review a presentation on the Peninsula Point Dunes Restoration project and an update on the Newport Bay Trash Interceptor mitigation area. Members will also review and possibly approve updated committee goals, and receive an update on the Newport Bay Trash Interceptor trash characterization project. The meeting includes time for public comments and setting the next meeting date.

• Peninsula Point Dunes Restoration (Chambers Group) – presentation and discussion
• Review and approval of updated Water Quality/Coastal Tidelands Committee goals
• Newport Bay Trash Interceptor – trash characterization project update

Public Notice

The April 3, 2025, Planning Commission meeting has been canceled. No items are scheduled for discussion or decision.

• Meeting canceled; no business conducted

Public Notice

The Hearing Officer will hold public notices for three requests to extend construction limits on residential properties. These are procedural items allowing additional time to complete construction under previously issued permits.

• Three-Year Construction Limit Extension (X2020-1565) at 1715 W. Balboa Blvd.
• Three-Year Construction Limit Extension (X2020-1573) at 21 Cherbourg.
• Three-Year Construction Limit Extension (X2020-2540) at 3200 Ocean Blvd.

Hearing Officer

The Newport Beach Hearing Officer will hold public hearings on three requests to extend three-year construction limits for building permits at 1715 Balboa Blvd., 21 Cherbourg, and 3200 Ocean Blvd. Each applicant is asking for additional time to complete construction, ranging from 2025 to 2027. The officer may grant up to 180-day extensions if special circumstances or delays beyond the applicant's control are found.

• 1715 Balboa Blvd.: 253 sq. ft. addition and 1,123 sq. ft. remodel/re-roof; extension requested to Sept. 2, 2025
• 21 Cherbourg: 2,605 sq. ft. interior remodel and 634 sq. ft. addition; extension requested to March 15, 2027
• 3200 Ocean Blvd.: new 4,833 sq. ft. single-family dwelling with basement, garage, and decks; extension requested to June 17, 2025

Public Notice

The March 26, 2025 meeting of the Newport Beach Civil Service Board has been canceled. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting canceled; no agenda items were considered

City Council

The Newport Beach City Council will adopt Ordinance No. 2025-4 to update administrative procedures for short‑term lodging permits and adopt Resolution No. 2025-12 to create an Ad Hoc Refuse Committee with two councilmembers appointed. The Council will award a $480,202.74 contract to EMTS for replacing 37 irrigation controllers and approve a $750,000 amendment to the Sampson Oil professional services agreement. Additional actions include a $426,100 environmental services agreement for Back Bay Landing improvements and a $200,000 increase to a Grainger purchase order for public works supplies.

• Ordinance No. 2025-4 – updates short‑term lodging permit procedures
• Resolution No. 2025-12 – creates Ad Hoc Refuse Committee, appoints Grant and Barto
• Award of Contract No. 9735-15 to EMTS for $480,202.74 to replace 37 irrigation controllers
• Amendment to Sampson Oil contract – increases amount by $750,000
• Professional Services Agreement with Environmental Science Associates – up to $426,100 for supplemental EIR work

Public Notice

The City Council will hold public notices to consider three separate three‑year construction limit extensions. Each item will be presented at the scheduled times and locations listed in the agenda. No decisions are recorded in the agenda; the items are for public notice and hearing.

• Three-Year Construction Limit Extension (X2020-1565) – Site: 1715 W. Balboa Blvd.
• Three-Year Construction Limit Extension (X2020-1573) – Site: 21 Cherbourg.
• Three-Year Construction Limit Extension (X2020-2540) – Site: 3200 Ocean Blvd.

Hearing Officer

The Newport Beach Hearing Officer will hold a public hearing on three requests to extend three‑year construction limits for building permits. The projects are located at 1715 W. Balboa Blvd. (Permit X2020-1565), 21 Cherbourg (Permit X2020-1573), and 3200 Ocean Blvd. (Permit X2020-2540). For each request the officer may grant up to a 180‑day extension if special circumstances are found and will determine CEQA exemption status. The agenda also allows public comments on non‑agenda items.

• Extension request for Building Permit No. X2020-1565 at 1715 W. Balboa Blvd.
• Extension request for Building Permit No. X2020-1573 at 21 Cherbourg
• Extension request for Building Permit No. X2020-2540 at 3200 Ocean Blvd.

Public Notice

The March 20, 2025 meeting of the Planning Commission has been canceled. There are no items to discuss.

• Meeting canceled

Harbor Commission

The Newport Beach Harbor Commission will hear informational updates only, with no votes on policy or spending. Staff will report on eelgrass and Caulerpa in the harbor, ad hoc committee projects, progress on 2024 objectives, and February 2025 harbormaster activities. The commission will also consider approving the draft minutes from the February 12 regular meeting.

• Update on eelgrass and Caulerpa status in Newport Harbor
• Ad hoc committee project updates on short-term harbor projects
• Progress report on Harbor Commission 2024 objectives
• Harbormaster report covering February 2025 activities and statistics
• Approval of draft minutes from February 12, 2025 regular meeting

City Council

The City Council will discuss preliminary new projects and funding for the FY 2025-26 Capital Improvement Program. The body is also considering several ordinances regarding police policy, safety zones, and short-term lodging permits.

• FY 2025-26 Capital Improvement Program preliminary projects and funding review
• Ordinance No. 2025-2: Updating Newport Beach Police Department Military Equipment Use Policy
• Ordinance No. 2025-3: Designating safety enhancement zones in Corona del Mar and West Newport
• Agreement with Excel Door & Gate Company, Inc. for roll-up door services not to exceed $550,000
• Agreement with T2 Systems Canada, Inc. for up to 86 multi-space pay stations not to exceed $785,122.04

Public Notice

The Newport Beach Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on two items. First, a proposal for POM & OLIVE RESTAURANT at 325 Old Newport Boulevard, Suite 1. Second, amendments to the North Newport Center Planned Community (PC-56) affecting various locations in the planned community and 100 and 190 Newport Center Drive.

• Proposal for POM & OLIVE RESTAURANT at 325 Old Newport Boulevard, Suite 1
• Amendments to North Newport Center Planned Community (PC-56) (PA2024-0173)
• Affecting various locations in PC-56 and 100 and 190 Newport Center Drive

Water Quality/Coastal Tidelands Committee

The Water Quality/Coastal Tidelands Committee will hold a workshop to review and update its goals and objectives. The body will also receive updates on the Newport Peninsula Dunes restoration and the Newport Bay Trash Interceptor trash characterization project.

• Review and potential approval of Committee Goals/Objectives
• Update on Newport Peninsula Dunes restoration project
• Update on Newport Bay Trash Interceptor trash characterization project

Civil Service Board

The Newport Beach Civil Service Board will consider approval of the minutes from its February 3, 2025 regular meeting. The board will hear oral reports on city‑wide and human resources matters, fire department matters, and police department matters. Public comments will be accepted on agenda and non‑agenda items, limited to three minutes per speaker. The meeting will include a closed‑session segment to discuss public employee discipline, dismissal, or release.

• Approve minutes of the February 3, 2025 Civil Service Board meeting
• Oral report on city‑wide and human resources matters (Natalie Asato)
• Oral report on fire department matters (Philip Puhek)
• Oral report on police department matters (Jonathan Stafford)
• Closed‑session discussion of public employee discipline/dismissal/release (Gov’t Code §54957(b)(1))

Public Notice

The Newport Beach Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing on February 27, 2025, to consider two permit applications. One is a Minor Use Permit for a Thai massage spa at 4321 Birch Street. The other is a Coastal Development Permit for a residence at 2057 Ocean Boulevard.

• Chaba Thai Massage & Spa Minor Use Permit (PA2024-0202) at 4321 Birch Street, Suite 120
• Jackson Residence Coastal Development Permit (PA2024-0183) at 2057 Ocean Boulevard

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance No. 2025-3, which would designate a portion of Corona del Mar as a Safety Enhancement Zone during Memorial Day, Fourth of July, and Labor Day holidays, and expand the West Newport Safety Enhancement Zone to include those holidays. The consent calendar includes adoption of commercial solid waste franchise agreements, a $2,176,037.60 drone program contract with BRINC Drones, a $1,425,000 street pavement repair contract, and an update to the police military equipment use policy.

• Ordinance No. 2025-3: Designate Corona del Mar safety zone, expand West Newport safety zone to include Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day
• Five-year Services and Purchase Agreement with BRINC Drones, Inc. for police drone program, not-to-exceed $2,176,037.60
• Award of Contract No. 9716-1 to Hardy & Harper, Inc. for Street Pavement Repair Program FY 2024-25, total bid $1,425,000
• Ordinance No. 2025-2: Update Military Equipment Use Policy for Newport Beach Police Department
• Ordinance No. 2025-1: Grant non-exclusive commercial solid waste franchise agreements to BC Hauling and Demolition, California Waste Services LLC, Tim Greenleaf Engineering

Aviation Committee

The Aviation Committee will hear an update from Orange County Supervisor Katrina Foley on John Wayne Airport matters, including a proposal concerning JSX operations. Additional updates will cover jet charter regulations, committee structure recommendations, and federal aviation advocacy. The meeting also includes a report on the upcoming UC Davis Aviation Noise & Emissions Symposium.

• John Wayne Airport update – proposal regarding JSX operations (presented by Supervisor Katrina Foley)
• Jet charter regulations update (presented by Barbara Lichman)
• Chair’s report on forming an ad hoc committee to review Aviation Committee structure
• Federal legislative update by consultant Zac Commins
• UC Davis Aviation Noise & Emissions Symposium planning (March 10‑12)

Public Notice

The Civil Service Board special meeting scheduled for February 21, 2025, has been cancelled. No business will be conducted.

Public Notice

The Hearing Officer will hold public hearings on two requests for three-year extensions of construction limits at specific residential sites.

• Three-Year Construction Limit Extension (X2019-4083) at 20462 Birch Street
• Three-Year Construction Limit Extension (X2019-2085) at 914 E Ocean Front

Hearing Officer

The Newport Beach Hearing Officer will hold a public hearing on two requests to extend the three‑year construction limit for building permits. The first request is for Permit X2019‑4083 at 20462 Birch Street, seeking an extension to August 17 2025 for a new 11,310‑square‑foot single‑family home. The second request is for Permit X2019‑2085 at 914 E Ocean Front, seeking an extension to January 8 2026 for a new 2,617‑square‑foot single‑family home. The officer may grant up to a 180‑day extension if special circumstances are found and will consider CEQA exemption status.

• Extension request for Permit X2019‑4083 at 20462 Birch Street for a new 11,310 SF single‑family dwelling, seeking extension to August 17 2025
• Extension request for Permit X2019‑2085 at 914 E Ocean Front for a new 2,617 SF single‑family dwelling, seeking extension to January 8 2026
• Both projects propose exemption from CEQA under Section 15301, Class 1 (Existing Facilities)
• Officer may grant up to a 180‑day extension if special circumstances are found
• Public hearing will be conducted on both extension requests

Public Notice

The Newport Beach Planning Commission meeting scheduled for February 20, 2025, has been canceled. No items were discussed or decided.

Public Notice

The Newport Beach Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing on February 13, 2025, to consider a Minor Use Permit application for Bayshore Café at 100 West Coast Highway, Suite 104 (case PA2024-0132). This is the only item on the agenda.

• Bayshore Café Minor Use Permit (PA2024-0132) at 100 West Coast Highway, Suite 104

Harbor Commission

The Harbor Commission will review a concept for a new public dock in the Promontory Bay entrance channel. The body will also receive progress updates from ad hoc committees and a report on Harbor Department activities from November 2024 through January 2025.

• Conceptual Public Dock at Promontory Bay presentation
• Ad hoc committee project updates
• Progress updates on Harbor Commission 2024 Objectives
• Harbormaster update on activities from November 2024 to January 2025
• Approval of November 13, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The Newport Beach City Council holds a regular meeting with a consent calendar and two public hearings. A public hearing will consider amending the schedule of rents, fines and fees to pass through credit card transaction fees to consumers. Another public hearing will consider granting non-exclusive commercial solid waste franchise agreements. The consent calendar includes appointments, contracts, and a $425,055 habitat restoration contract.

• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 2025-1 granting non-exclusive commercial solid waste franchise agreements
• Public hearing on Resolution No. 2025-8 to pass credit card transaction fees to consumers
• Approval of $425,055 contract with Irvine Ranch Conservancy for Buck Gully habitat restoration and flashy fuels reduction
• Acceptance of $57,800 NHTSA Illegal Passing of Stopped School Buses High Visibility Enforcement Pilot Project grant
• Confirmation of Greg Reed, Loren Smith, and Drew Teicheira to fill vacancy on Planning Commission

Public Notice

The City Council will hold public hearings on a non-exclusive commercial solid waste franchise, receive a fee study update, and consider a waiver of City Council Policy L-2. No other action items are listed on this agenda.

• Public hearing on non-exclusive commercial solid waste franchise
• Fee study update
• Waiver of City Council Policy L-2

Public Notice

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for February 6, 2025, has been canceled. No other items are listed on the agenda.

Water Quality/Coastal Tidelands Committee

The Water Quality/Coastal Tidelands Committee will hold a workshop on goals and objectives, focusing on an update on construction of the Newport Bay Trash Interceptor. The committee will also review and approve prior meeting minutes and set the next meeting date for March 6, 2025.

• Workshop on Committee Goals/Objectives with update on Newport Bay Trash Interceptor construction (55 min, discussion/approval)
• Review and approval of January 9, 2025 meeting minutes
• Future agenda items: San Gabriel River Trash Interceptor Project (March), Coastal Resiliency (March), Total Maximum Daily Load for Copper (April), Newport Beach Trash Interceptor Public Outreach Campaign (Spring 2025)

Civil Service Board

The Civil Service Board will approve minutes from the January 6 meeting, receive oral reports from Human Resources, Fire, and Police departments, then adjourn to closed session to discuss public employee discipline, dismissal, or release under state law.

• Approval of minutes from the January 6, 2025 regular meeting
• Oral report on city-wide and Human Resources matters
• Oral report on Fire Department matters
• Oral report on Police Department matters
• Closed session for public employee discipline/dismissal/release (Gov. Code § 54957(b)(1))

Public Notice

The Newport Beach City Council will consider public notices for five development permits, including minor use permits for businesses and coastal development permits for construction projects.

• Mario's Butchery Minor Use Permit at 1000 Bristol Street North
• Sixt Rent a Car LLC Car Wash Limited Term Permit at 4200 Birch Street
• Clarke Residence Coastal Development Permit at 127 Harbor Island Road
• Hoag Memorial Hospital CareMar Medical Building Coastal Development Permit at 3900 West Coast Highway
• Cappy's Café Minor Use Permit and Lot Merger at 5930 West Coast Highway

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will hold public hearings to decide on several land-use permits, including a new medical building at Hoag Memorial Hospital and a residential reconstruction. The body will also review requests for business expansions and a limited-term car wash permit.

• Coastal Development Permit for a 28,323-square-foot medical building at 3900 West Coast Highway
• Coastal Development Permit to build a 6,869-square-foot home at 127 Harbor Island Road
• Minor Use Permit for Mario’s Butchery expansion at 1000 Bristol Street North
• 12-month limited term permit for a fleet-only car wash at 4200 Birch Street
• Minor Use Permit and Coastal Development Permit for a 440-square-foot patio at Cappy’s Café

City Council

The City Council meets in closed session to discuss negotiations for property at 3848 Campus Drive and labor contracts with multiple employee associations. The regular meeting includes a consent calendar with routine approvals, such as contracts for infrastructure projects and vehicle purchases.

• Closed session: instruction to negotiators for real property at 3848 Campus Drive
• Resolution of intention to hold public hearing on commercial solid waste franchises for BC Hauling, California Waste Services, and Tim Greenleaf Engineering
• Award of $1,199,500 contract to MEP Fusion Inc. for Central Library air handler replacement
• Award of $1,591,138 contract to TE Roberts, Inc. for Bay Crossing water and sewer main rehabilitation
• Purchase of three Ford Explorer police patrol vehicles for $173,311.80

Public Notice

The Newport Beach Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a zoning amendment to create a Housing Opportunity Overlay and update Coastal Zoning District regulations citywide, and a specific project at the Newport Irvine Medical Center at 3300 Irvine Avenue.

• Housing Opportunity Overlay zoning and Coastal Zoning District amendments (PA2024-0205) affecting various locations citywide
• Newport Irvine Medical Center project (PA2024-0070) at 3300 Irvine Avenue

Public Notice

The January 20, 2025 meeting of the Newport Beach Aviation Committee has been canceled. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting canceled; no agenda items considered

Public Notice

The Zoning Administrator will hold public hearings on three items: a minor site development review for an affordable housing implementation plan at 1526 Placentia Avenue, and two limited term permit requests (with a coastal development permit for one) for Helmsman Ale House at 2920 Newport Boulevard, Suite D, and The Place at 2920 East Coast Highway. No decisions are recorded; these are public notices for discussion.

• Placentia Avenue Apartments Minor Site Development Review and Affordable Housing Implementation Plan (1526 Placentia Avenue)
• Helmsman Ale House Limited Term Permit and Coastal Development Permit (2920 Newport Boulevard, Suite D)
• The Place Limited Term Permit (2920 East Coast Highway)

City Council

The Newport Beach City Council will adopt several resolutions, including creating an Ad Hoc Council Policy Review Committee and amending advisory committees. It will award a $585,000 contract for Police Department parking lot maintenance with an $88,000 contingency. The council will also approve two five‑year fencing service agreements each up to $300,000 and increase a professional services contract with The Code Group by $250,000. In closed session, negotiators will discuss a public right‑of‑way parcel near 929 Zurich Circle and 944 Via Lido Nord.

• Closed‑session negotiation of ~1,105 sq ft of public right‑of‑way adjacent to 929 Zurich Circle and 944 Via Lido Nord
• Resolution 2025‑5 creating an Ad Hoc Council Policy Review Committee and appointing Mayor Joe Stapleton, Mayor Pro Tem Lauren Kleiman, and Councilmember Sara J. Weber
• Award of Police Department Parking Lot Maintenance contract to Elegant Construction Inc. for $585,000 with an $88,000 contingency
• Approval of five‑year on‑call fencing agreements with EverFence Corporation and Red Hawk Services, each not‑to‑exceed $300,000
• Amendment No. Two to The Code Group professional services agreement, increasing the contract by $250,000 to a total not‑to‑exceed $1,270,000

Water Quality/Coastal Tidelands Committee

The Water Quality/Coastal Tidelands Committee will approve the minutes from the prior meeting and set the next meeting for February 6, 2025. It will hold discussion‑type updates on three items: the Newport Bay Trash Interceptor construction, the proposed Newport Dunes Water Quality Improvement Project, and the city’s class‑action settlement with Monsanto. The committee will also hear public comments on agenda and non‑agenda items.

• Approve minutes as presented (5 min)
• Newport Bay Trash Interceptor Project – construction update (discussion, 20 min)
• Newport Dunes Water Quality Improvement Project – proposed update (discussion, 20 min)
• Monsanto class action settlement – update (discussion, 15 min)
• Set next meeting date for February 6, 2025 (5 min)

Public Notice

The Newport Beach Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a use permit for Pacifica Christian High School at multiple addresses (1499 Monrovia Ave, 883 W 15th St, 1515 Monrovia Ave, and 873-877 Production Place) and a project called TCC Newporter at 1111 and 1107 Jamboree Road. No further agenda details are provided.

• Public hearing on use permit for Pacifica Christian High School (PA2023-0237) at 1499 Monrovia Ave and surrounding addresses
• Public hearing on TCC Newporter project (PA2024-0091) at 1111 and 1107 Jamboree Road

Public Notice

The regular meeting of the City Arts Commission scheduled for January 9, 2025, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 13, 2025.

Public Notice

The Harbor Commission meeting scheduled for January 8, 2025, has been canceled. This agenda contains only a notice of cancellation.

Civil Service Board

The Civil Service Board will meet to approve minutes from the December 2, 2024, meeting. The board will receive oral reports regarding city-wide human resources, the Fire Department, and the Police Department.

• Approval of December 2, 2024, meeting minutes
• City-wide and Human Resources report from Tosha Arellano
• Fire Department report from Nicholas Stocks
• Police Department report from Jonathan Stafford