San Dimas public meetings in 2024

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission voted 4-0 (with one recusal) to recommend City Council approval of Municipal Code Text Amendment 20-05, which revises grading limits in Specific Plan 11 and adopts a Mitigated Negative Declaration. The Commission also approved a 5-lot subdivision on Oakway Avenue and recommended a zoning code cleanup amendment. All actions are recommendations to the City Council, not final approvals.

• Approved Resolution PC-1689 and PC-1670 recommending City Council adopt MCTA 20-05 (grading limits in Specific Plan 11) with revision to Section 18.518.170.D.1.a (4-0-0-1, Davis recused)
• Approved Resolution PC-1687 recommending City Council approve Vesting Tentative Tract Map 24-01 (5-lot subdivision at 720 N. Oakway Ave) with added condition on private drive maintenance (5-0)
• Approved Resolution PC-1688 recommending City Council approve MCTA 24-09 (zoning code cleanup, including new short-term rental prohibition and rear yard setback) (5-0)
• Approved initiation of a Municipal Code Text Amendment to update ADU and EV charging station regulations for state law compliance (5-0)
• Approved October 17, 2024 Planning Commission minutes (5-0)

City Council Meeting

The City Council approved a consent calendar including a $376,000 construction contract for the Horsethief Canyon Park Soccer Field Renovation, a $376,000 budget appropriation, and a $300,000 budget for the Refuse Building Roof Replacement Project. It also adopted a 2025 solid waste rate adjustment via Resolution 2024-84. During the study session, staff was directed to revise the SB 9 ordinance and the tree preservation ordinance, including removing enforcement in single-family yards.

• Approved consent calendar including $376,000 soccer field renovation contract (5-0)
• Approved $300,000 budget for Refuse Building Roof Replacement (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-84 for 2025 solid waste rate adjustment (3-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 1318 to update bidding thresholds (3-0)
• Directed staff to revise SB 9 ordinance per SB 450 limits
• Directed staff to remove tree ordinance enforcement in single-family yards
• Approved Housing Authority administrative services agreement ($316,000) (5-0)
• Appointed Mayor as Housing Authority Chair and City Manager as Executive Director (5-0)

Development Plan Review Board Meeting

The Development Plan Review Board approved a modified Master Sign Program for San Dimas Plaza, a tree permit for unpermitted tree removal at 960 Calle Frondosa, and a tree permit for removal of 7 trees at San Dimas Station. The board continued a request to remove 234 trees in Via Verde Ridge HOA to January 9, 2025, due to late public notice.

• Approved Master Sign Program modification for San Dimas Plaza (5-0)
• Approved Tree Permit 24-12 for 960 Calle Frondosa with 3 condition modifications (5-0)
• Approved Tree Permit 24-11 for San Dimas Station with 2 condition modifications (5-0)
• Continued Tree Permit 24-26 for Via Verde Ridge HOA to January 9, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved September 12, 2024 minutes (5-0)

Traffic Safety Committee Meeting

The San Dimas Traffic Safety Committee denied a resident's request for flashing lights at 125 W Gladstone St, citing a policy against individual driveway treatments. The committee approved multiple red curb installations based on traffic engineer sight distance analyses, including at Moore Lane/Walnut Ave, Third St/Walnut Ave, and 505-555 W Allen Ave. It also approved a traffic control plan and certificate of authorization for the Holiday Half Marathon, and continued several items, including speed hump studies at Ekstrand Elementary and additional red curb at 239 E Second St.

• Denied flashing lights request at 125 W Gladstone St
• Approved red curb at Moore Lane/Walnut Ave (25 ft north, 42 ft south)
• Approved red curb at Third St/Walnut Ave (13 ft north, 5 ft south)
• Approved red curb at 505-555 W Allen Ave (22 ft west, 58 ft east)
• Approved TCP & COA for Holiday Half Marathon
• Approved additional 3 ft red curb west of 239 E Second St
• Approved red curb painting at Third St & Cataract Ave
• Continued speed hump study at Ekstrand Elementary

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission approved Resolution PC-1686, granting Conditional Use Permit 24-04 to reapprove an expired permit for a 1,019 square-foot drive-thru restaurant at 1010 W. Arrow Highway (formally 1034 W. Arrow Highway). The motion carried 4-0-1 with Commissioner Barnes absent. The approval includes a correction to Condition No. 14, changing the reference from '24-14' to '23-14'. The commission also approved the consent calendar for the August 29 and September 5, 2024 minutes.

• Approved Resolution PC-1686 for Conditional Use Permit 24-04 (drive-thru restaurant) (4-0-1)
• Approved consent calendar including August 29 and September 5, 2024 minutes (4-0-1)
• Adjourned to November 21, 2024 regular meeting (4-0-1)

Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting

The Parks & Recreation Commission approved the September 17, 2024 regular meeting minutes as part of the consent calendar. Staff reports were given by the Director and Recreation Manager. The Commission heard a public outreach report on the Lone Hill Park Stormwater Design Project and discussed recreation experiences for home-schooled residents, but no formal action was taken on these items.

• Approved September 17, 2024 regular meeting minutes (consent calendar)

City Council Meeting

The San Dimas City Council supported preserving equestrian uses in agricultural zoning during a study session and approved multiple consent items during the regular meeting, including a warrant register, outdoor dining standards, and a park trail rehabilitation contract. The council also voted to continue a public hearing regarding shopping cart management to an uncertain date.

• Supported preserving agricultural properties allowing horses under Resolution 2024-42 (5-0)
• Approved warrant register demands of $1,419,204.79 via Resolution 2024-76 (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 1316 amending Title 18 for outdoor dining and seating standards (5-0)
• Received and filed the September 2024 investment report (5-0)
• Approved $142,260 budget appropriation and awarded $129,325 contract to NoHo Constructors for Horsethief Canyon Park Trail Rehabilitation Project (5-0)
• Approved requests to carry forward unspent funds and budget amendments (5-0)
• Continued public hearing for shopping cart management ordinance to a date uncertain (3-2)

Senior Citizens Meeting

The San Dimas Senior Citizens Commission held a special meeting on September 5, 2024, and unanimously approved the minutes from the May 2, 2024 meeting. No other formal decisions were made; the rest of the meeting consisted of updates and reports from commissioners and staff.

• Approved minutes of May 2, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

Equestrian Commission Meeting

The Equestrian Commission approved the minutes from the May 7, 2024, special meeting. Commissioners also appointed Commissioner Pasillas as Chair and Commissioner Cravin as Vice Chair. The commission received updates on facility renovations and operations at the Sycamore Equestrian Center.

• Approved May 7, 2024, special meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Appointed Commissioner Pasillas as Chair (unanimous)
• Appointed Commissioner Cravin as Vice Chair (unanimous)

Development Plan Review Board Meeting

The Development Plan Review Board approved TRP 24-18, allowing the unpermitted removal of six mature Eucalyptus trees at 202 Prairie Drive, with conditions. Staff will work with LA County Fire and the applicant to determine the type, number, and location of replacement trees, aiming for up to three trees on the slope and substituting other vegetation for some replacements. The motion carried 5-0.

• Approved TRP 24-18 for unpermitted removal of six Eucalyptus trees at 202 Prairie Drive (5-0)
• Directed staff to work with LA County Fire and applicant on replacement tree type, number, and location
• Allowed substitution of some tree replacements with other vegetation on the slope
• Set goal of up to three replacement trees planted on the slope

Golf Course Advisory Committee SPECIAL Meeting

The Golf Course Advisory Committee unanimously approved the April 18, 2024 meeting minutes. Members reviewed monthly revenue reports, including a $1,208,465.19 capital improvement balance and a $32,656.64 restaurant improvement balance. The manager reported that café hours will increase starting the week of July 18, opening at 6:00 a.m. daily, and that the banquet room construction is delayed due to an ADA compliance issue with the side door.

• Approved April 18, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Reviewed June 2024 revenue reports: capital improvements $1,208,465.19, restaurant improvements $32,656.64
• Noted café hours increasing to 6:00 a.m. daily starting week of July 18
• Reported banquet room construction delayed due to ADA non-compliance; estimated 6 weeks to complete

City Council Meeting

The City Council appointed Brad McKinney as City Manager and approved his employment agreement. The council also approved the consent calendar, including warrants, minutes, lease amendment, zone changes, and various contracts. A claim denial and a warehouse development denial were also approved. The council introduced an ordinance for outdoor dining standards.

• Appointed Brad McKinney as City Manager and approved employment agreement (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar items 1-4 and 6-13 (5-0)
• Approved consent item 14 (City Manager appointment) (5-0)
• Moved consent item 5 (lease amendment) back to closed session for further discussion (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 1316 for outdoor dining standards (5-0)
• Denied claim Latham v. City of San Dimas
• Denied claim Watson v. City of San Dimas
• Denied Resolution 2024-27 for warehouse development at 309 W. Allen Ave

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission recommended City Council approval of the Downtown Specific Plan (General Plan Amendment 24-02, Zone Change 24-02, and Municipal Code Text Amendment 24-07), including certification of the Environmental Impact Report. The Commission also recommended approval of a related housing element rezoning (General Plan Amendment 24-03, Zone Change 24-03, and Municipal Code Text Amendment 24-08), with a modification to limit higher density to the southern portion of The Trails apartments parcel. Additionally, the Commission recommended denial of a request to move a scenic easement at 905 Wellington Road.

• Approved Resolution PC-1682 and PC-1683 recommending City Council adopt the Downtown Specific Plan and certify its EIR (5-0)
• Approved Resolution PC-1684 recommending City Council approve housing element rezoning, with a request to limit higher density to the southern portion of The Trails parcel (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution PC-1685 recommending City Council deny Municipal Code Text Amendment 24-04 to move the scenic easement at 905 Wellington Road (4-1)
• Approved the July 18, 2024 Planning Commission minutes (5-0)

City Council Meeting

The City Council approved the Downtown Specific Plan, including certifying the Final EIR and adopting Urgency Ordinance 1311 with a reduced density alternative, all by 5-0 votes. It also approved the Trails at San Dimas Apartments General Plan and zoning changes, and denied a warehouse project at Cataract and Allen Avenues. The Council accepted City Manager Chris Constantin's resignation and approved the consent calendar, including a $1.16M warrant register.

• Certified Final EIR for Downtown Specific Plan (5-0)
• Adopted Urgency Ordinance 1311 with reduced density alternative (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 1312 with reduced density alternative (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-69 with modified reduced density (5-0)
• Adopted Urgency Ordinance 1314 for Trails at San Dimas Apartments (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-70 for General Plan Amendment 24-03 (5-0)
• Denied zone change for warehouse project at Cataract and Allen Avenues (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including $1,164,301.55 warrant register (5-0)

City Council Meeting

The City Council approved a consent calendar that included awarding the San Dimas Loop Reconstruction contract to PaveWest Inc. for $2,662,637, along with related engineering and testing services. They also approved a $4,000 appropriation for the Homecoming Parade, adopted an ordinance aligning camping rules with state law, and directed staff to research pickleball court conversions. No motion was made on the Polco subscription agreement.

• Approved $2,662,637 contract to PaveWest Inc. for San Dimas Loop Reconstruction (4-0)
• Appropriated $4,000 from General Fund Reserves for Homecoming Parade (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 1310 amending camping and storage rules (4-0)
• Approved $152,795.59 purchase of street lights from United Electric Supply (4-0)
• Approved HdL Companies agreement for TOT and STR administration (4-0)
• Denied claim Ramirez v. City of San Dimas (4-0)
• Directed staff to research pickleball court conversions at Lone Hill and Pioneer Parks (4-0)
• No motion made on Polco subscription agreement

Traffic Safety Committee Meeting

The San Dimas Traffic Safety Committee approved multiple traffic control plans and certificates of approval for events, including the Wine Walk, High School Parade, Holiday Extravaganza, and LA Tri Series. They also recommended various traffic safety measures, such as installing no outlet signs, trimming trees, and requesting additional enforcement, with some items continued for further review.

• Approved TCP & COA for San Dimas Chamber Wine Walk with minor revisions
• Approved TCP & COA for San Dimas High School Parade with minor revisions
• Approved TCP & COA for Holiday Extravaganza with minor revisions
• Approved TCP & COA for LA Tri Series Oct 6 & Nov 24
• Approved 5K Runnin Scared event with minor revisions
• Recommended installing 'No Outlet' signs on Nubia St./Acacia St. and Calora St./Acacia St.
• Recommended installing red curb in front of 239 E 2nd Street
• Continued Holiday Half Marathon pending updated 2024 TCP

Public Safety Commission Meeting

The Public Safety Commission approved the minutes from the March 19, 2024, meeting. The commission also received updates on 2024 crime statistics and a new $200,000 public safety grant from the San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments.

• Approved March 19, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Excused Commissioner Olander's absence (5-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting

The Parks and Recreation Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the May 21, 2024 meeting. No other formal decisions were made; the meeting consisted of staff reports on tree reimbursement, bridge art installation, park retention tanks, summer tree care, and LED lighting, plus commissioner comments.

• Approved May 21, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Development Plan Review Board Meeting

The Development Plan Review Board approved a phased removal of 16 trees at Charter Glen Homeowner Association. The board also approved a home addition at 209 S. Monte Vista Avenue and a drive-thru restaurant for Salad And Go.

• Approved Tree Removal Permit 24-10 for 16 trees at Charter Glen HOA with deletion of condition No. 8 (3-0-1-1)
• Approved 499 sq ft addition to historical residence at 209 S. Monte Vista Avenue with added Engineering conditions (4-0-1)
• Approved 1,019 sq ft Salad And Go drive-thru restaurant at 1034 W. Arrow Highway with condition to comply with CUP 21-01 (4-0-1)
• Approved March 28, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0-0-1)

City Council Meeting

The San Dimas City Council approved the consent calendar items 1-4, 7, and 9-12, including a housing ordinance update, and rejected all bids for the Horsethief Canyon Park Trail Rehabilitation Project. They also approved modified guidelines for the Restaurant Attraction and Assistance Program, allowing existing restaurants to expand service hours by 30% or more. The council introduced Ordinance 1310 to amend camping regulations and denied a claim by Iniguez.

• Approved consent calendar items 1-4, 7, 9-12 (4-0)
• Approved Restaurant Attraction and Assistance Program guidelines with modification for existing restaurants (4-0)
• Rejected all bids for Horsethief Canyon Park Trail Rehabilitation Project (4-0)
• Approved purchase of five fleet vehicles, backhoe, and crack sealer for $604,251 (4-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 1310 amending camping regulations (4-0)
• Denied claim Iniguez v. City of San Dimas
• Approved warrant register of $1,786,603.75
• Approved contract with Charles Abbott Associates for inspection services

Planning Commission Special Meeting

The Planning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend City Council adopt the Downtown Specific Plan (General Plan Amendment 24-02, Zone Change 24-02, and Municipal Code Text Amendment 24-07), including certification of the Environmental Impact Report. The commission also voted 5-0 to recommend approval of General Plan Amendment 24-03, Zone Change 24-03, and Municipal Code Text Amendment 24-08, which would increase density at The Trails at San Dimas Apartments and allow residential uses in Specific Plan 23, with a modification to limit the higher density to the southern portion of the Trails parcels. Both items will be forwarded to the City Council meeting on September 24.

• Approved Resolution PC-1682 recommending City Council certify the Downtown Specific Plan EIR (5-0)
• Approved Resolution PC-1683 recommending City Council adopt the Downtown Specific Plan zoning and code amendments (5-0)
• Approved Resolution PC-1684 recommending City Council adopt GPA 24-03, Zone Change 24-03, and MCTA 24-08, with the higher density limited to the southern portion of The Trails parcels (5-0)

Senior Citizens Special Meeting

The Senior Citizens Commission approved minutes from its March 7 and March 19, 2024 meetings unanimously. Staff reported on the YWCA lunch and Grab and Go programs, City Olympics participation, and the upcoming summer recreation guide. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting focused on announcements and program updates.

• Approved March 7, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved March 19, 2024 special meeting minutes (unanimous)

Equestrian Commission Meeting

The Equestrian Commission held a routine meeting with no substantive decisions. The only action was unanimous approval of the March 5, 2024 special meeting minutes. Director of Public Works Shari Garwick presented an NPDES-related plan to address sediment erosion at Shoemaker Community Arena and Sycamore Canyon Equestrian Center, but no funding or timeline was approved.

• Approved March 5, 2024 special meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission Special Meeting

The Planning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend City Council approval of Municipal Code Text Amendment 23-03, which updates housing definitions, allows more housing types, and revises the density bonus ordinance to comply with state law and the 6th Cycle Housing Element. Commissioners stated they approved the resolution strictly to maintain compliance, not because they agree with all provisions. The commission also voted 5-0 to initiate a separate code amendment for a scenic easement line at 905 Wellington Road.

• Approved consent calendar approving April 18 and June 20, 2024 minutes (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approval of MCTA 23-03 housing code update via Resolution PC-1679 (5-0)
• Approved initiation of MCTA to modify scenic easement line at 905 Wellington Road (5-0)
• Adjourned to regular meeting scheduled for August 15, 2024 (5-0)

City Council Meeting

The City Council introduced Ordinance 1309 to update zoning for housing compliance, approved a new fee schedule with exceptions, and awarded a bicycle master plan contract. It also denied three claims, rejected all bids for a roof replacement, and approved various consent calendar items. A motion to continue a claim discussion to closed session failed.

• Introduced Ordinance 1309 for housing code amendments (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-60 fee schedule, except game ride tickets (4-0)
• Awarded $99,915 contract to GTS LLC for Bicycle Master Plan (4-0)
• Denied claims by Allstate (Duong), Randhawa, and Carlton
• Rejected all bids for Refuse Building Roof Replacement
• Approved consent calendar items 1-2 and 4-12 (4-0)
• Approved consent calendar item 3 (3-1, Nakano opposed)
• Approved Resolution 2024-61 field allocation no-show policy (4-0)

City Council Meeting

The San Dimas City Council approved a consent calendar of routine items, including a $150,000 professional services agreement with Interwest Consulting Group for on-call planning services, and a renewal agreement with Shuster Advisory Group for investment fiduciary services. The council also approved Resolution 2024-55, transferring the Sycamore Canyon Equestrian Center lease to S&S Equine LLC. All votes were 3-0-2, with Mayor Badar and Councilmember Vienna absent.

• Approved consent items 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 10 (3-0-2)
• Approved items 4, 6, 8, 9 including $150,000 planning services agreement (3-0-2)
• Approved Resolution 2024-55 transferring equestrian center lease to S&S Equine LLC (3-0-2)
• Denied claim Shin v. City of San Dimas (consent item 10)

City Council Meeting

The City Council approved the consent calendar, including $2.4 million in warrant registers, denied two claims, approved sole-source street light procurements, extended outdoor dining removal deadline, and adopted a stormwater ordinance. Councilmember Nakano was appointed Mayor Pro Tem. No reportable action was taken in closed session.

• Approved warrant registers totaling $2,575,716.55 (4-0-1)
• Denied claim Ogas v. City of San Dimas (4-0-1)
• Denied claim Ermer v. City of San Dimas (4-0-1)
• Approved sole-source procurement of street light poles and luminaires ($115,644.70) and Tesco pedestals ($23,477.00), total $139,091.70 (4-0-1)
• Extended temporary outdoor dining structure removal deadline to September 30, 2024 (4-0-1)
• Adopted Ordinance 1306 amending stormwater management and low impact development chapters (4-0-1)
• Appointed Councilmember Nakano as Mayor Pro Tem (4-0-1)

Golf Course Committee Meeting

The Golf Course Advisory Committee approved the minutes of its January 18, 2024 meeting unanimously. Members received monthly revenue reports as of March 2024 and a manager's update on course operations, including planned Oak Tree terrace upgrades and a pending ceremony site plan check. No other substantive decisions were recorded; the meeting adjourned at 8:15 a.m.

• Approved January 18, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Commission recommended that City Council adopt new standards for outdoor dining and seating areas. It also recommended a municipal code amendment to regulate recycling facilities, donation boxes, and non-US postal mailboxes. A request for a major remodel and addition at 302 E. Foothill Boulevard was recommended for approval.

• Recommended approval of outdoor dining and seating standards (5-0)
• Recommended approval of recycling and donation box regulations with operating hours extended to 7:00 p.m. (4-0-1)
• Recommended approval of remodel and 6,563 sq ft addition at 302 E. Foothill Boulevard (4-0-1)
• Continued public hearing on housing definition and density bonus updates to July 18, 2024 (5-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting

The Commission approved the minutes from the March 19, 2024 meeting. Staff provided updates on budget deficits and operational cuts, and commissioners discussed tennis court usage and the Farmer's Market.

• Approved March 19, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)

Traffic Safety Committee Special Meeting

The Traffic Safety Committee reviewed resident and staff requests on crosswalks, red curbs, speeding, and utility equipment. It recommended pedestrian-crossing signage at N Walnut Ave and E 5th St, red curb installation on San Dimas Canyon Rd and Eaton Rd, and asked that Edison avoid the NW corner of San Dimas Cyn Rd and Sycamore Cyn Rd. Several speeding items were continued for more data, and a stop-sign request at Oakway and Ghent was again not recommended.

• Recommended no-crossing signage directing pedestrians to Walnut Ave & Juanita Ave crosswalk at N Walnut Ave and E 5th St
• Recommended red curb between driveways at 234 and 240 San Dimas Cyn Rd for line-of-sight
• Continued item on speed humps, stop signs, or traffic lights on S San Dimas Ave from Via Verde to the loop
• Confirmed City Birthday Event application previously approved at May 16, 2024 TSC meeting
• Directed staff to send letter to 920 N Amelia Ave resident to trim vegetation
• Recommended Edison equipment avoid NW corner of San Dimas Cyn Rd & Sycamore Cyn Rd; use County Park alternative
• Continued Via Vaquero speed limit change item for additional speed feedback trailer data
• Reconfirmed no stop sign at Oakway Ave and Ghent Ave; requested extra afternoon enforcement

City Council Meeting

The San Dimas City Council approved a slate of consent calendar items, including a $885,036 contract for the Slurry Seal Project on streets in Zones 6 and 9 and a $445,324.28 warrant register. The council also adopted Resolution 2024-40 opposing a rate increase proposed by Golden State Water Company and introduced Ordinance 1306 updating stormwater management rules. All votes recorded were 5-0, with no members absent or abstaining.

• Adopted Resolution 2024-40 opposing Golden State Water Company's proposed rate increase (5-0)
• Awarded $885,036 Slurry Seal Project contract to Roy Allen Slurry Seal, Inc. for Zones 6 and 9; approved $1,180,218 total project budget (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-47 approving the June 28, 2024 warrant register of $445,324.28 (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 1308 rezoning 327 East Baseline Road and an unaddressed parcel from SF-A 16,000 to SF 7,500 (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 1306 amending stormwater management and low impact development chapters of the municipal code (5-0)
• Approved one-year contract extension with Urban Graffiti for graffiti abatement and shopping cart retrieval, not to exceed $103,000 (5-0)
• Approved contract extension with Paveco Construction for asphalt maintenance, two additional years, up to $200,000 per year (5-0)
• Approved drone policy with amended notification language regarding hovering over or recording a specific property (5-0)

City Council Meeting

The San Dimas City Council approved the 2024-25 Operating and Capital Improvement Program Budget (Resolution 2024-46) and a five-year law enforcement services agreement with Los Angeles County for sheriff's services (Resolution 2024-43). It also approved a General Plan Amendment, zone change, tract map and related permits for seven detached single-family homes at 327 East Baseline Road and an adjacent parcel. The council authorized a $36,700 Unmanned Aircraft Systems program, awarded several construction and design contracts, and continued a resolution opposing Golden State Water rate increases to the June 25, 2024 meeting. In closed session, the council unanimously authorized the City Attorney to initiate one litigation action and gave staff direction on a second matter with no reportable action.

• Adopted Resolution 2024-46 approving the 2024-25 Operating and Capital Improvement Program Budget (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-43, five-year LASD law enforcement services agreement, July 1, 2024–June 30, 2029 (3-1, Vienna recused)
• Approved General Plan Amendment 23-0001, Zone Change 22-0001, Tentative Tract Map 22-0001 and related permits for seven single-family homes at 327 East Baseline Road (consent calendar, 4-0)
• Authorized Unmanned Aircraft Systems program with $36,700 budget, drone purchases up to $29,700, training up to $4,000/year, software up to $3,000/year (4-0)
• Awarded San Dimas Canyon Road sidewalk contract to CJ Concrete Construction for $209,170; project budget $240,546 with $78,579 General Fund appropriation (consent calendar, 4-0)
• Awarded Lone Hill Park watershed design contract to CWE for $745,925; overall project budget $832,620 (consent calendar, 4-0)
• Awarded catch basin filter installation contract to S&H Civil Works not to exceed $320,275 including 15% contingency (consent calendar, 4-0)
• Continued Resolution 2024-40 opposing Golden State Water rate increases to the June 25, 2024 meeting

Planning Commission Meeting

The San Dimas Planning Commission approved a resolution recommending that the City Council adopt Municipal Code Text Amendment 24-03, establishing standards for outdoor dining and seating areas with commissioner-requested revisions. Additionally, the commission opened and unanimously voted to continue the public hearing for Municipal Code Text Amendment 23-03 regarding housing definitions and density bonuses to the July 18, 2024 meeting.

• Approved Resolution PC-1678 recommending City Council adopt Municipal Code Text Amendment 24-03 for outdoor dining standards (5-0)
• Continued public hearing for Municipal Code Text Amendment 23-03 on housing definitions and density bonus updates to July 18, 2024 (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting to July 18, 2024 (5-0)

Development Plan Review Board Meeting

The San Dimas Development Plan Review Board approved the March 28, 2024 meeting minutes and considered three development items. The Board approved a phased tree removal plan for Charter Glen Homeowner Association with condition eight removed, a 499-square-foot rear addition to a historical residence at 209 S. Monte Vista Avenue with added engineering conditions, and a 1,019-square-foot Salad And Go drive-thru restaurant at 1034 W. Arrow Highway subject to compliance with Conditional Use Permit 21-01.

• Approved March 28, 2024 minutes (4-0-0-1)
• Approved Tree Removal Permit TRP 24-10 for Charter Glen HOA with deletion of condition No. 8 (3-0-1-1)
• Approved DPRB Case No. 23-06 for a 499 sq ft addition at 209 S. Monte Vista Ave with added engineering conditions (4-0-1)
• Approved DPRB Case No. 23-14 for a Salad And Go drive-thru restaurant at 1034 W. Arrow Hwy with added condition to comply with CUP 21-01 (4-0-1)

City Council Meeting

The City Council approved zoning changes for seven single-family homes on Cherokee Court but denied a request to rezone 17 other parcels. The Council also authorized funds for security cameras at Charter Oak Mobile Home Estates and set the city-wide landscape parcel tax for 2024-25.

• Approved zoning for 7 homes on Cherokee Court and denied rezoning of 17 parcels (5-0)
• Approved $66,877.39 for Charter Oak Mobile Home Estates camera installation (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-34 setting the City-Wide Landscape Parcel Tax for FY 2024-25 (5-0)
• Approved $1,184,479.77 warrant register (5-0)
• Approved vendor agreement with San Dimas Chamber of Commerce up to $16,800 (5-0)
• Authorized reimbursement agreements with BUSD for $255,144 (Deputy) and $9,100 (Crossing Guard) (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-37 increasing Open Space Maintenance District No. 1 assessment by 3.4% (5-0)
• Continued public hearing for warehouse project at Cataract and Allen Avenue to a date uncertain (5-0)

City Council And Housing Authority Meeting

At an April 23, 2024 special study session, the San Dimas City Council reached consensus to implement Option 3 for the preliminary 2024-25 operating and capital budget, reducing expenditures through a mix of revenue, reserves, and council-directed service reductions. Senior staff were directed to prepare a prioritized list explaining their choices and alignment with the community survey. At the regular meeting that evening, the council approved its consent calendar 5-0, including Resolution 2024-22 approving warrants of $367,929.61 and a one-year contract extension with Nieves Landscape, Inc. for $567,390.85. No reportable action was taken in closed session.

• Consensus to implement Option 3 for the 2024-25 budget, reducing expenditures using revenue, reserves, and service reductions
• Directed senior staff to establish a priority list with rationale and community survey alignment
• Approved consent calendar 5-0 (Badar, Bratakos, Nakano, Vienna, Weber)
• Approved Resolution 2024-22 for warrant register of $367,929.61
• Approved one-year contract extension with Nieves Landscape, Inc. for $567,390.85
• Denied claim Martins v. City of San Dimas 3051172 SWV
• Received and filed March 2024 Investment Report
• Closed session: no reportable action taken; Councilmember Vienna recused on item 3

Public Safety Commission Meeting

The Commission approved the minutes from the January 16, 2024 meeting. Members discussed January 2024 crime statistics, the Municipal Law Enforcement Services Agreement, and the use of private security patrols in other cities. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved minutes of January 16, 2024 (7-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved a list of recommended capital improvement projects to be discussed with City Council for the upcoming budget. The commission also approved the meeting minutes from January 16, 2024.

• Approved FY 2024-2025 CIP budget priority list (unanimous)
• Approved January 16, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council And Housing Authority Meeting

The City Council approved a warrant register for $367,929.61 and a one-year landscape maintenance contract extension with Nieves Landscape, Inc. In a study session, the Council reached a consensus to implement Option 3 for the Preliminary 2024-25 Operating and Capital Budget.

• Approved Preliminary 2024-25 Operating and Capital Budget Option 3 (Consensus)
• Approved Resolution 2024-22 for Warrant Register of $367,929.61 (5-0)
• Approved one-year contract extension with Nieves Landscape, Inc. for $567,390.85 (5-0)
• Denied claim Martins v. City of San Dimas 3051172 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of April 9, 2024 meeting (5-0)
• Approved proclamations for Professional Municipal Clerk's Week and Arbor Day (5-0)

Equestrian Commission Meeting

The commission approved the minutes from the January 30, 2024, special meeting. Staff provided updates on trail maintenance, including a 100-foot washout on the Northern trail and pothole repairs on the Butterfield trail.

• Approved January 30, 2024 special meeting minutes (unanimous)

Senior Citizens Commission Meeting

The Senior Citizens Commission held a regular meeting on March 7, 2024, and a special meeting on March 19, 2024. During the special meeting, members voted unanimously to nominate Vice Chairperson Nancy Brewster as the Older American Honoree. The regular meeting included staff reports on senior center activities and financials, approval of previous minutes, and discussion of the Art Room Remodel Project, which remains on hold.

• Approved July 20, 2023 special meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved January 4, 2024 regular meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled special meeting for March 19, 2024 (motioned by Nikowitz, seconded by McGee)
• Nominated Nancy Brewster as Older American Honoree (unanimous)
• Art Room Remodel Project noted as on hold

City Council Meeting

The San Dimas City Council certified the March 5 election results and installed newly elected members Eric Weber and Rachel Bratakos. The council approved several construction contracts, including a $339,334 street improvement project and a $143,876 park lighting retrofit. They also approved a major office building remodel at 302 E. Foothill Boulevard and denied a claim against the city.

• Certified March 5 election results (5-0)
• Installed Councilmembers Weber and Bratakos
• Approved $339,334 street contract for North Cataract Ave/Dalepark Dr (5-0)
• Approved $143,876 park lighting contract for Horsethief Canyon Park (5-0)
• Approved office remodel/addition at 302 E. Foothill Blvd
• Denied claim Farinha v. City of San Dimas
• Approved YWCA elderly nutrition agreement ($501,661 total)
• Adopted engineer's reports for Boulevard and Northwoods assessment districts

Golf Course Committee Meeting

The San Dimas Golf Course Advisory Committee unanimously approved the minutes from July and October 2023 meetings. Members reviewed monthly revenue reports, including a Capital Improvement Projects balance of $1,025,538.82, and discussed proposed safety net installations for holes 9 and 18. No new business or oral communications were presented.

• Approved July 20 and October 19, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Reviewed Capital Improvement Projects balance of $1,025,538.82
• Discussed proposed replacement of protective netting for holes 9 and 18
• Reviewed Q4 2023 financial report showing $121,970 in tournament revenue

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission recommended that City Council adopt a municipal code amendment to regulate recycling facilities, donation boxes, and non-US postal mailboxes. The proposed rules include a 200-foot setback from residential areas. The commission also approved a request for an office building expansion on E. Foothill Boulevard.

• Recommended approval of MCTA 22-0002 to regulate recycling facilities and donation boxes with operating hours extended to 7:00 p.m. (4-0-1)
• Recommended approval of Precise Plan 23-0001 for a 6,563 sq ft addition and remodel at 302 E. Foothill Boulevard (4-0-1)
• Approved February 1, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0-1)

City Council Meeting

The City Council approved over $315,000 in payments and authorized the City Attorney to initiate a litigation action. The Council also denied two claims and amended an agreement with the Inland Valley Humane Society & S.P.C.A.

• Approved Resolution 2024-16 for warrant register demands of $315,453.75
• Approved March 12, 2024 meeting minutes
• Denied Claim Espinosa v. City of San Dimas 3050570
• Denied Claim Ellis v. City of San Dimas 3050931
• Approved amendment to Inland Valley Humane Society & S.P.C.A agreement (5-0)
• Authorized City Attorney to initiate a litigation action (unanimous)

Development Plan Review Board Meeting

The Board recommended approval for a 6,563 sq. ft. addition to an office building at 302 E. Foothill Boulevard. Other actions included approving the removal of eight trees at La Cuesta Encantada HOA and limiting painting work at the Exchange Building.

• Recommended approval for 6,563 sq. ft. addition at 302 E. Foothill Blvd (4-0-1)
• Approved removal of 8 trees at La Cuesta Encantada HOA (4-0-1)
• Denied removal of Tree ID #15 at La Cuesta Encantada HOA (4-0-1)
• Approved painting only the rear facade of the Exchange Building at 151 W. Bonita Ave (4-0-1)
• Approved January 25, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0-1)

City Council Meeting

The City Council approved construction contracts for Lone Hill Avenue and East Via Vaquero. The council also authorized budget appropriations for the Downtown Specific Plan and approved several warrant registers. An ordinance regarding stormwater management was tabled for a future study session.

• Awarded Lone Hill Avenue Street Improvement Project to Vance Corporation for $942,207.95 (5-0)
• Awarded East Via Vaquero Street Improvement Project to Sequel Contractor Inc (5-0)
• Approved $25,205 budget appropriation for Interwest Consulting Group Downtown Specific Plan work (5-0)
• Approved grant termination and reimbursement of $641,080.92 for Walnut Creek Habitat project (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-15 for warrant registers totaling $699,907.18 (5-0)
• Authorized submittal of 2023 Annual Housing Progress Report (5-0)
• Tabled Ordinance 1306 regarding stormwater management for a future Study Session (5-0)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission approved a resolution to change its meeting schedule and time. The body also approved minutes from three previous meetings in 2023.

• Approved Resolution PC-1673 to move meetings to once a month on the third Thursday at 6:00 p.m. (4-0-1)
• Approved September 21, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0-1)
• Approved November 2, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0-1)
• Approved November 16, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0-1)

Traffic Safety Committee Meeting

The committee is reviewing resident and BUSD requests for traffic-related changes, including red curb installations, stop signs, and speed humps. They are also reviewing applications for various community events and their associated sign placements.

• Request to change red zones at Ekstrand Elementary to 'drop off only' zones on Walnut Avenue
• Proposed installation of speed humps on N Delancey Avenue between Payson and Juanita
• Review of parking sign changes and resident passes for One and All Church
• Review of the High Incidence Intersection Report
• Application reviews for community events including Cars & Coffee and LA Tri Series

The Traffic Safety Committee approved staff recommendations to install red curbs at two residential addresses and increase stop sign visibility at a county intersection. Several community events, including a Farmers Market and Music in the Park, were approved with specific conditions. The application for the San Dimas Booster Car Show was tabled pending submission of a site plan and traffic control plan.

• Approved red curb installation at 1141 Eaton Road
• Approved red curb installation at 1735 Avenida Entrada
• Approved increased stop sign size at E Gladstone and N San Dimas Cyn Rd
• Approved Arbor Day event with updated dates/times
• Approved City of San Dimas Cars & Coffee events
• Approved Cellar Sale Yard Sale with special conditions
• Approved Farmers Market with updated dates/times
• Tabled San Dimas Booster Car Show application

Public Safety Commission Meeting

The Commission voted to recommend the updated Emergency Operations Plan to the City Council for final approval. Members also discussed 2023 crime statistics and potential budget priorities for the 2024-25 fiscal year.

• Approved minutes from November 21, 2023 (7-0)
• Recommended Emergency Operations Plan to City Council for approval (7-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting

The Commission approved the minutes from the November 30, 2023 meeting with modifications. No action was taken regarding the protection of black walnut trees or the replacement of the welcome wagon at Bonita Avenue and Arrow Highway.

• Approved November 30, 2023 meeting minutes with modification (unanimous)

City Council Meeting

The City Council approved a warrant register for $1,267,378.25 and adopted several ordinances regarding city salaries and tree violation fines. The Council also introduced an ordinance to update stormwater management and low-impact development codes. A separate study session established consensus on Downtown Specific Plan standards.

• Approved $1,267,378.25 in demands for the February 29, 2024 warrant register (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 1304 to adjust Mayor and City Councilmember salaries (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 1305 to increase administrative fines for egregious community tree violations (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 1306 to update stormwater management and low-impact development codes (4-1, 1 abstention)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-14 to reclassify one position in the Community Development Department (5-0)
• Approved Mid-Year Budget Report and Appropriations (5-0)
• Recognized March as National Nutrition Month (5-0)

Equestrian Commission Meeting

The commission approved the November 2023 meeting minutes. Members and staff discussed a proposed $250,000 water diversion project and various trail concerns, including drone usage and unauthorized vehicles.

• Approved November 7, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council Meeting

The City Council approved an ordinance to increase monthly salaries for councilmembers and the mayor. The council also approved several resolutions regarding warrant registers, open space maintenance, and investment of idle funds.

• Introduced Ordinance 1304 increasing councilmember salaries to $1,054/month and mayor salary to $1,304/month (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-07 for warrant registers totaling $180,102.89 and $665,329.65 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-08 for Boulevard Open Space Maintenance District annual levy (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-09 for Northwoods Open Space Maintenance District annual levy (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-11 to enter agreement with Great Pacific Securities for investment of idle funds (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1305 and Resolution 2024-10 establishing a $1,000 fine for egregious community tree violations (4-0)
• Approved First Amendment to City Manager Chris Constantin's employment agreement and Resolution 2024-12 updating pay plan (4-0)
• Approved minutes of the January 23, 2024 meeting (4-0)

Development Plan Review Board Meeting

The Development Plan Review Board recommended approval to the Planning Commission for a major exterior remodel and a 6,563 sq. ft. addition to an existing office building. The recommendation includes specific conditions regarding outdoor storage, building colors, and utility easements.

• Recommended approval of DPRB No. 23-0008 / Precise Plan No. 23-0001 (4-0-1)

City Council Meeting

The City Council adopted ordinances to regulate camping and storage on public and private property and the use of transit facilities. The council also approved several resolutions regarding city budgets, emergency operations, and parking prohibitions.

• Approved warrant registers totaling $2,356,144.90 (5-0)
• Approved Housing Solutions Fund agreement and budget up to $10,000 (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 1303 regulating transit facility use (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 1302 regulating camping and storage on private and public property (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-06 adopting the Emergency Operations Plan (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-03 updating parking prohibitions on city streets (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-05 for FY 2024-25 CDBG programs and funding budget (5-0)

Development Plan Review Board Meeting

The Development Plan Review Board approved a request to remove 27 mature trees within the Via Verde Ridge HOA common area. The approval includes a 1:5 replacement ratio and a revision stating that stumps do not need to be grinded due to their hillside locations.

• Approved removal of 27 mature trees (TP-23-0036 / DPRB-23-0010) (4-0-1)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission approved a resolution to change its meeting schedule from twice monthly to once monthly. The commission also approved minutes from three previous meetings in 2023.

• Approved Resolution PC-1673 to change meetings to once a month on the third Thursday at 6:00 p.m. (4-0-1)
• Approved minutes of September 21, 2023 meeting (4-0-1)
• Approved minutes of November 2, 2023 meeting (4-0-1)
• Approved minutes of November 16, 2023 meeting (4-0-1)

Equestrian Commission SPECIAL Meeting

The commission reviewed staff recommendations for revising Rodeo Arena rules and etiquette but took no action, citing a lack of evidence regarding rule violations. The commission also approved previous meeting minutes and scheduled a special meeting for January.

• Approved May 2, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved September 5, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved scheduling a special meeting in January
• No action taken on proposed Rodeo Arena rule revisions

Development Plan Review Board Meeting

The Development Plan Review Board approved Tree Permit Case No. 23-0036 / DPRB Case No. 23-0010, allowing the removal of 27 mature trees in the common area of the Via Verde Ridge HOA. The approval includes a corrected tree replacement ratio of 1:5 (five replacement trees for each tree removed) and a revision to Condition No. 16 so stumps are cut to no more than five inches above ground rather than ground out. The motion carried 4-0-1, with Board Member McKinney absent. The applicant initially sought removal of 286 trees but reduced the request to the 27 most urgent.

• Approved removal of 27 mature trees at Via Verde Ridge HOA (4-0-1, McKinney absent)
• Corrected Condition No. 12 replacement ratio from 5:1 to 1:5
• Revised Condition No. 16 to allow stumps up to 5 inches above ground instead of grinding

City Council Meeting

The City Council approved Resolution 2024-01 to authorize payments totaling $1,236,780.56. The Council also introduced ordinances to regulate transit facilities and camping and storage on public and private property.

• Approved Resolution 2024-01 for warrant register demands of $1,236,780.56 (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 1303 to regulate use of transit facilities (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1302 to regulate camping and storage on private and public property (5-0)
• Accepted an unnamed donation and directed staff to study a donation policy (5-0)
• Approved Parcel Map No. 083947 for SB 9 Subdivision Purposes
• Approved 5-year agreement for a 24-hour vote-by-mail ballot drop box at Lone Hill Park
• Denied claim Llamas v. City of San Dimas CJP 3049436

Golf Course Committee Meeting

The San Dimas Golf Course Advisory Committee unanimously approved improvements to the Ceremony Gazebo using Capital Improvement Program funds, contingent on reviewing master plans. The committee also scheduled a future meeting to review these plans and discuss potential surcharges for emergency expenses. Updates were provided on clubhouse renovations, which are pending final fire and building inspections.

• Approved Ceremony Gazebo improvements under contingency (unanimous)
• Scheduled future meeting to review master plans and surcharge options
• Requested memo on clubhouse completion timeline from Fire/Health departments

Traffic Safety Committee Meeting

The Traffic Safety Committee is reviewing several traffic control items. This includes a request for a new westbound stop sign at North Cataract Avenue and West Dalepark Drive. The committee will also review traffic plans for the Lantern 5K Walk and a potential crosswalk at Saints Court.

• New westbound stop sign at North Cataract Avenue and West Dalepark Drive
• Traffic control plan review for the Lantern 5K Walk on April 6, 2024
• Proposed crosswalk installation at Saints Court for Recreation Center patrons

The committee approved the installation of a west-bound stop sign at W. Dalepark Drive and a designated crosswalk for Recreation Center patrons. A permit for the Lantern 5K Walk was approved with special conditions. The committee also recommended enforcement and signage upgrades for San Dimas Ave at Via Vaquero.

• Approved new west-bound stop sign at North Cataract Avenue and West Dalepark Drive
• Approved Lantern 5K Walk event permit with special conditions
• Approved budgeting and programming for Saints Court recreation center crosswalk
• Recommended additional Sheriff's Dept enforcement at San Dimas Ave and Via Vaquero
• Recommended installation of two 36”x36” 'Signal Ahead' signs at San Dimas Ave and Via Vaquero
• Recommended upgrading 8” signal vehicle indications to 12” at San Dimas Ave and Via Vaquero
• Recommended review and adjustment of traffic signal timing at San Dimas Ave and Via Vaquero

Public Safety Commission Meeting

The Commission approved the minutes from the September 19, 2023 meeting. Staff presented the 2023 LA County Bail Schedules and provided draft Emergency Operations Plans for future review.

• Approved minutes of September 19, 2023 (7-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting

The Parks and Recreation Commission unanimously approved a motion to further review the role of the City Arborist regarding private trees. Commissioners requested additional information comparing neighboring cities' policies on black walnut tree protections before making a decision. The commission also approved the minutes from previous meetings.

• Approved March 21, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved September 19, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved motion to further review City Arborist role for private trees (unanimous)
• Requested additional information on black walnut tree protections for next meeting

City Council Meeting

The San Dimas City Council approved a batch of consent items, including two warrant registers totaling $1,455,416.78 and a $74,000 professional services agreement with Keith Batcheller for four Gold Line bridge murals. The council also approved a five-year agreement with Flock Group Inc. for camera maintenance and installation, and adopted a Municipal Code text amendment reducing open space and setback requirements in the Multiple-Family zone on a 4-1 vote, with Councilmember Nakano opposed. A discussion of the Draft Downtown Specific Plan was continued to a January 8, 2024 study session. The council also met as the Housing Authority and Public Facilities Financing Corporation, approving minutes, agreements, and appointments.

• Approved warrant registers totaling $1,455,416.78 (5-0)
• Approved $74,000 agreement with Keith Batcheller for Gold Line bridge murals (5-0)
• Approved five-year agreement with Flock Group Inc. for camera maintenance and installation (5-0)
• Adopted Municipal Code text amendment reducing MF zone open space and setbacks (4-1, Nakano opposed)
• Approved $215,696 PLHA rental assistance program budget (5-0)
• Continued Draft Downtown Specific Plan discussion to January 8, 2024 study session (5-0)
• Appointed Mayor Badar as Housing Authority Chair and City Manager Constantin as Executive Director (5-0)
• Appointed Mayor Pro Tem Vienna to San Gabriel Valley Mosquito and Vector Board (5-0)

Senior Citizens Commission Meeting

The San Dimas Senior Citizens Commission met on November 2, 2023 and approved its September 7, 2023 meeting minutes on a motion by Commissioner Bill Beebe, seconded by Vice Chairperson Nancy Brewster. Staff gave an overview of the Senior Services Strategic Plan and reported Senior Center highlights, including sold-out monthly senior dinners and the start of a Travel Club. The Commission took no other substantive action; remaining items were discussion, reports, or requests for future presentations.

• Approved September 7, 2023 Senior Commission meeting minutes (moved by Commissioner Bill Beebe, seconded by Vice Chairperson Nancy Brewster; no vote tally recorded)