Seal Beach public meetings in 2024
63 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council Meeting
The council will approve the minutes from the November meetings, ratify the FY 2025 treasury demand, and adopt a zoning text amendment (Ordinance 1716). It will also consider several contract amendments, including a $242,358.58 slurry seal program, a $15,000 compensation increase for Holistic System Integration, and a five‑year extension of the bus shelter maintenance agreement. Additional actions include a marine‑safety MOU with an $8,266 budget amendment and changes to marine‑safety job classifications and a homeland‑security grant transfer.
- Approval of FY 2024‑25 Annual Slurry Seal Program contract with Petrochem Materials Innovation, LLC for $242,358.58
- Second reading and adoption of Ordinance 1716 amending Title 11 of the Municipal Code (zoning text amendment)
- Amendment to Professional Services Agreement with Holistic System Integration Solutions: $15,000 compensation increase, total not‑to‑exceed $20,000
- Amendment No. 2 to Bus Shelter Maintenance and Advertising Agreement with Clear Channel Outdoor, LLC extending the term five years and revising the annual fee
- Approval of MOU with Seal Beach Marine Safety Management Association and budget amendment BA#25‑06‑01 for $8,266
Citizen-Council Stormwater Advisory Ad Hoc Committee
The Citizen‑Council Stormwater Advisory Ad Hoc Committee will vote to approve the minutes from its September 18, 2024 meeting. The committee will also receive a presentation providing an overview update on the city’s storm‑drain system. No other actions are listed on the agenda.
- Approval of the September 18, 2024 Stormwater Advisory Ad Hoc Committee minutes
- Presentation: Storm Drain System Overview Update
Special Closed Session Meeting
The Seal Beach City Council is convening a special closed session to discuss the initiation of litigation. No public action is scheduled.
- Closed session to discuss potential litigation
- Potential case under Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed amendment to the Main Street Specific Plan. The body will consider whether to recommend approval of the amendment to the City Council.
- Specific Plan Amendment 24-2: Proposed changes to outdoor uses development standards for outdoor dining tables, merchandise displays, and benches in the Main Street Specific Plan Area
City Council Meeting
The Seal Beach City Council will consider several consent‑calendar items, including approvals of professional services agreements and project completions. Key actions include adopting a $450,000 agreement with Michael Baker International for the Local Coastal Program update and approving a $349,933 study for the San Gabriel River Trash Mitigation Initiative. The council will also hold a public hearing on a water‑bill appeal and adopt a zone‑text amendment affecting residential structures and accessory dwelling units.
- Resolution 7575: Professional Services Agreement with Michael Baker International, not‑to‑exceed $450,000 for Local Coastal Program update
- Resolution 7578: Professional Services Agreement with Stantec Consulting Services, Inc., not‑to‑exceed $349,933 for San Gabriel River Trash Mitigation Initiative feasibility study
- Resolution 7579: Acceptance of Pier Restroom Renovation Project by R Dependable Const Inc., $261,070.08
- Public hearing on Zone Text Amendment 24-03 (Ordinance 1716) affecting nonconforming residential structures and accessory dwelling units
- Hearing on customer appeal of water bill for 315 Central Avenue covering March 27–May 29, 2024
Council Closed Session
The Seal Beach City Council will convene in closed session to discuss potential litigation and an existing court case involving the 'Beach House at the River, LLC' against the city.
- Potential litigation initiation
- Existing litigation: Beach House at the River, LLC v. City of Seal Beach
- Conference with legal counsel regarding existing litigation
City Council Meeting
The Seal Beach City Council will approve the minutes from the October 14 meeting, consider a demand on the treasury for FY 2025, and receive the October 28 investment report. Council members will conduct a second reading of Ordinance 1715 to amend zone text for accessory dwelling units. The council will adopt a public works agreement with R.I.C. Construction Co., Inc. to upgrade Sewer Pump Station 35, authorizing a not‑to‑exceed amount of $1,227,737 and additional work up to $384,430. Additional items include a professional services agreement for NPDES and water conservation services and a WaterSMART grant application for an automated meter infrastructure project.
- Approve October 14 City Council minutes (regular and closed session).
- Second reading and adoption of Ordinance 1715 amending zone text for accessory dwelling units.
- Approve and award public works agreement with R.I.C. Construction Co., Inc. for Sewer Pump Station 35 upgrades, not‑to‑exceed $1,227,737 (plus additional work up to $384,430).
- Award professional services agreement with John L. Hunter and Associates, Inc. for NPDES and water conservation services, $102,906 annual, $514,530 total over five years.
- Authorize WaterSMART grant application for the Automated Meter Infrastructure Implementation Project.
Council Closed Session
The Seal Beach City Council will consider initiating two potential lawsuits and discuss an existing case with legal counsel. Both items are limited to closed‑session discussion and no public action will be taken.
- Consider initiation of two potential litigation cases under Government Code §54956.9(d)(4)
- Conference with legal counsel regarding Beach House at the River, LLC v. City of Seal Beach (Case No. 30‑2023‑01314997‑CU‑MC‑CJC)
Recreation & Parks Commission
The Recreation & Parks Commission will hold a site tour of the Seal Beach Tennis and Pickleball Center at 3900 Lampson Avenue. The agenda lists this as a scheduled matter with a recommendation that the commission receive the tour. No other items are listed for discussion or decision at this meeting.
- Seal Beach Tennis and Pickleball Center site tour – 3900 Lampson Avenue (scheduled matter, recommendation to receive tour)
Planning Commission
The Seal Beach Planning Commission will consider Conditional Use Permit 24-02 for 141 Tenth Street, requesting conversion of a duplex to a single‑family residence with accessory dwelling units. Staff recommends approving the permit with conditions and finding the project exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act. The Commission will also hold a public hearing on Zone Text Amendment 24-03, which would amend city code on nonconforming residential structures, ADU standards, and related requirements. Routine items include approval of the September 16, 2024 minutes and adjournment.
- Conditional Use Permit 24-02 – conversion of duplex at 141 Tenth St. to single‑family home with ADUs (staff recommends approval, CEQA exemption).
- Zone Text Amendment 24-03 – citywide code changes on nonconforming structures, front‑yard permeable surfaces, RV parking, and ADU standards (public hearing and recommendation for approval).
- Approval of the September 16, 2024 Planning Commission minutes.
Special Meeting of the Environmental Quality Control Board
The Environmental Quality Control Board will review the uncertified Final Environmental Impact Report for the proposed Lampson Park Place project in Los Alamitos and consider providing comments to the City of Los Alamitos. The board will also approve a resolution setting its regular meeting time to the third Wednesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. and will adopt minutes from the July 24, 2024 meeting.
- Discuss uncertified Final Environmental Impact Report for Lampson Park Place project (Los Alamitos)
- Approve Resolution 24-01 to set regular meeting time: third Wednesday each month, 6:00 p.m.
- Adopt minutes of the July 24, 2024 Environmental Quality Control Board meeting
Council Closed Session
The City Council will meet in closed session to discuss labor negotiations and a public employee appointment. The meeting is scheduled for October 14, 2024.
- Conference with labor negotiator regarding the Seal Beach Marine Safety Management Association
- Discussion of public employee appointment/employment for the City Manager
City Council Meeting
The Seal Beach City Council will approve the completion of three public works projects and conduct a public hearing on a proposed ordinance to update zoning rules for accessory dwelling units.
- Approval of Almond Avenue Paving Project ($520,873.64)
- Approval of FY 2023-24 Annual Local Paving Program ($781,832.25)
- Approval of Pier Concrete Abutment Restoration Project ($566,186.99)
- Public hearing on Ordinance 1715 for ADU and Junior ADU zoning
- Approval of September 23, 2024 City Council Minutes
Recreation & Parks Commission
The Recreation & Parks Commission will approve the agenda and hear public oral communications. The only scheduled matter is a report providing updates on various park construction projects throughout Seal Beach. No decisions or votes are listed for these updates.
- Park Construction Updates – commission receives status reports on ongoing park projects
City Council Meeting
The City Council will review several routine consent calendar items, including professional service agreements and a letter of support for California Proposition 36. The body will also receive a traffic safety update for Leisure World.
- Agreement with Municipal Water District of Orange County for water and wastewater hazard mitigation projects not to exceed $49,450
- Extension of Pier and Parking License Agreement with DCOR, LLC with an increased monthly fee of $13,500.00
- Professional Services Agreement with Holistic System Integration Solutions for $5,000
- Resolution 7564 to support California Proposition 36 (Homelessness, Drug Addiction and Theft Reduction Act)
- Leisure World Traffic Safety Update
Citizen-Council Stormwater Advisory Ad Hoc Committee
The Citizen-Council Stormwater Advisory Ad Hoc Committee will meet to introduce members, appoint a chair and vice chair, and discuss focus priorities for the storm drain system. The meeting is scheduled for September 18, 2024, at 5:30 PM in the City Council Chambers.
- Introduction of committee members
- Appointment of Chair and Vice Chair
- Presentation on Storm Drain System Overview
- Discussion on Focus Priorities
- Next Meeting Date
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider three agenda items: approval of the August 5, 2024 minutes; a Minor Use Permit (MUP 24‑06) for a roof access structure at 24 B Surfside Avenue; and a city‑wide Zone Text Amendment (24‑02) to update accessory dwelling unit regulations. Staff recommends adopting the minor use permit with conditions and finding it exempt from CEQA, and recommending the zone text amendment to the City Council, also exempt from CEQA. The commission will vote on these items after public hearings.
- Approval of August 5, 2024 Planning Commission minutes (Consent Calendar)
- Minor Use Permit 24‑06 for a covered roof access structure at 24 B Surfside Avenue, exceeding roof height by 5 ft 2½ in.
- Zone Text Amendment 24‑02 to amend Title 11 of the Municipal Code for Accessory and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units city‑wide
City Council Meeting
The City Council will consider several routine contracts and appointments, including a public works agreement for beach maintenance. The body will also discuss an employment agreement amendment for Interim City Manager Patrick Gallegos.
- Public Works Agreement with Post Bros. Construction Co. for $413,391 for annual sand berm construction and removal
- Amendment to Professional Services Agreement with Superior Pavement Markings, Inc. increasing compensation by $100,000
- Easement Agreement amendment with Verizon Wireless for cell tower site at 3900 Lampson Avenue increasing revenues by $53,000
- Appointment of Evan Jackson to the Recreation and Parks Commission for District Four
- Employment Agreement Amendment No. 3 for Interim City Manager Patrick Gallegos
Council Closed Session
The City Council is meeting in closed session to discuss labor negotiations and a public employee appointment. The session includes a conference with the Seal Beach Marine Safety Management Association and a discussion regarding the City Manager.
- Conference with Seal Beach Marine Safety Management Association
- Discussion of City Manager appointment/employment
Special Meeting of the City Council - Closed Session
The City Council is holding a closed session to discuss the appointment and employment of the City Manager and Interim City Manager. The body will also confer with legal counsel regarding existing litigation.
- Discussion of appointment/employment for Interim City Manager and City Manager
- Legal conference regarding Beach House at the River, LLC v. City of Seal Beach (Case No. 30-2023-01314997-CU-MC-CJC)
City Council Meeting
The Seal Beach City Council will approve the July 22, 2024 meeting minutes and ratify a demand on the city treasury for FY 2025. Council members will conduct second‑reading votes on Ordinance 1712 (zone text amendment) and Ordinance 1713 (special event permit procedures). The body will award a public works agreement to MDJ Management, LLC for the North Seal Beach Community Center project, not‑to‑exceed $319,221.89, with authority for additional work up to $100,000. Finally, the Council will authorize multiple on‑call professional services agreements ranging from $300,000 to $500,000 with various engineering and consulting firms.
- Approval of July 22, 2024 City Council minutes
- Second reading and adoption of Ordinance 1712 – zone text amendment
- Second reading and adoption of Ordinance 1713 – special event permit procedures
- Award of Public Works Agreement with MDJ Management, LLC for North Seal Beach Community Center, not‑to‑exceed $319,221.89 (plus up to $100,000 additional work)
- Authorization of multiple $300,000‑$500,000 on‑call professional services agreements with engineering and consulting firms
Council Closed Session
The Seal Beach City Council will convene in closed session to discuss the performance evaluation of the City Manager. The meeting is scheduled for Monday, August 12, 2024, at 5:30 PM in the City Hall Conference Room.
- Closed session for City Manager performance evaluation
- Meeting held at City Hall Conference Room, 211 Eighth Street
- Public oral communications period scheduled
- Council to discuss items under subject matter jurisdiction
Planning Commission
The Seal Beach Planning Commission will consider the July 15, 2024 meeting minutes and hold public hearings on three permit requests. Staff recommends approving a Conditional Use Permit for expanding a medical services clinic at 13932 Seal Beach Boulevard, and Minor Use Permits for porch extensions at 136 and 138 6th Street. All three projects are proposed to be exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act.
- Approve July 15, 2024 Planning Commission minutes (Consent Calendar)
- Conditional Use Permit 24-01 for medical clinic expansion at 13932 Seal Beach Blvd
- Minor Use Permit 24-04 for porch extension at 136 6th Street
- Minor Use Permit 24-05 for porch extension at 138 6th Street
- Staff recommends adopting resolutions approving all three permits with conditions
Environmental Quality Control Board (EQCB)
The Environmental Quality Control Board will elect a new chair and vice chair and approve a resolution to hold monthly meetings on the third Wednesday at 6:00 p.m. The board will also receive a presentation on the Haynes Generating Station Recycled Water Project.
- Election of new Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
- Approval of June 26, 2024 minutes
- Establishment of regular meeting time (third Wednesday at 6:00 p.m.)
- Study session on Haynes Generating Station Recycled Water Project
City Council Meeting
The City Council will consider updates to municipal code regarding development standards and parking requirements. The body is also reviewing several professional service contract extensions and grant applications for coastal and transportation programs.
- Public hearing for Ordinance 1712 to amend residential and commercial development standards and parking requirements
- Purchase of nine leased vehicles from Enterprise Fleet Management, Inc. not to exceed $213,335.99
- Grant application to the California Coastal Commission for a Local Coastal Program with a budget amendment up to $500,000
- Animal shelter and emergency veterinary care contract with Westminster Animal Group and Services ("WAGS") not to exceed $163,000
- Professional services agreement amendment with The Lew Edwards Group for sales tax measure consulting not to exceed $13,750
Council Closed Session
The City Council will meet in closed session to discuss a conference with labor negotiators representing the Police Officers Association and Police Management Association. They will also review the public employee performance evaluation for the City Manager. No actions are indicated; the items are for discussion only.
- Conference with labor negotiator for Police Officers Association and Police Management Association
- Public employee performance evaluation of the City Manager
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Minor Use Permit for a take-out restaurant. Staff recommends approving the permit and exempting the project from CEQA.
- Minor Use Permit 24-02 for a take-out restaurant at 456 Pacific Coast Highway
- Proposed Resolution No. 24-08 to approve Minor Use Permit 24-02 with conditions
- Approval of July 1, 2024 Planning Commission Minutes
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings for a citywide zone text amendment and a minor use permit at 228 13th Street. The proposed amendments affect residential development standards, commercial land use, and parking requirements. Staff recommends approval of both items.
- Minor Use Permit 24-03 for a new loft and roof addition at 228 13th Street
- Citywide Zone Text Amendment 24-01 regarding residential and commercial standards
- Amendments to off-street parking requirements and shared parking agreements
Environmental Quality Control Board (EQCB)
The Environmental Quality Control Board will consider providing comments on two environmental documents. These include a Notice of Preparation regarding Alamitos Bay and a Notice of Intent regarding the Haynes Generating Station Sewer Pipeline.
- City of Long Beach Notice of Preparation - Alamitos Bay
- City of Long Beach Notice of Intent - Haynes Generating Station Sewer Pipeline
Council Closed Session
The Seal Beach City Council will hold a closed session on June 24, 2024. The meeting includes a conference with labor negotiators representing the Police Officers Association and the Police Management Association.
- Conference with labor negotiator regarding Police Officers Association
- Conference with labor negotiator regarding Police Management Association
City Council Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing to adopt the Fiscal Year 2004-25 Operating and Capital Improvement Budget. The agenda also includes adjusting contract bidding thresholds and reviewing street lighting assessments. Additionally, the council will consider several routine maintenance contracts and appointments.
- Adoption of the FY 2024-25 Operating and Capital Improvement Budget
- Asphalt maintenance agreement with Petrochem Materials Innovation, LLC up to $900,000
- Five-year renewal of Flock Group license plate reader cameras
- Adjustment of public works contract bidding thresholds to $40,840
- Completion notice for Central Way at 1st Street pedestrian project ($46,221)
Council Closed Session
The Seal Beach City Council will hold a closed session to confer with labor negotiators. This discussion involves the Police Officers Association and the Police Management Association.
- Conference with labor negotiator regarding Police Officers Association
- Conference with labor negotiator regarding Police Management Association
City Council Meeting
The City Council will consider several items including the November 5, 2024, General Municipal Election and various public safety contracts. Discussion includes updating military equipment policies and renewing police camera systems.
- Ordinance 1711 calling for the November 5, 2024, General Municipal Election
- Ordinance 1710 regarding Military Equipment Use Policy renewal
- HF&H Consultants, LLC contract for organic waste consulting up to $115,000
- Axon Enterprise, Inc. agreement for body cameras and TASER 10 systems
- Data Ticket Inc. agreement for processing administrative citations
City Council Meeting
The City Council will review recommendations from a parking advisory committee regarding possible paid parking on Main Street. The council will also consider an ordinance to amend the Main Street Specific Plan for outdoor dining and uses.
- $435,000 agreement with Transtech Engineers, Inc. for building division services
- $66,000 agreement with Infinity Technologies for GIS support services
- Rejection of all bids for the Seal Beach Boulevard at North Gate Road Improvement Project
- $75,000 budget amendment for the Almond Avenue Paving Project
- Ordinance 1709 amending the Main Street Specific Plan for outdoor dining and uses
Council Closed Session
The City Council will meet in a closed session to conduct labor negotiations. These discussions involve the Police Officers Association, the Police Management Association, and unrepresented executive management.
- Labor negotiations with Police Officers Association
- Labor negotiations with Police Management Association
- Labor negotiations with Unrepresented Executive Management
Recreation & Parks Commission
The commission will receive an update regarding park construction. The agenda also includes routine consent calendar items and opportunities for public oral communications.
- Park construction update
Special Meeting of the City Council Operating Budget, Capital Improvement Program Budget & 5-Year Financial Forecast Workshop
The City Council will hold a workshop to review the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-2025 operating budget. The session also includes discussions regarding the Capital Improvement Program Budget and a five-year financial forecast.
- Proposed Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Operating Budget
- Capital Improvement Program Budget
- 5-Year Financial Forecast
Special Meeting of the City Council Capital Improvement Program Budget & 5 Year Financial Forecast Workshop
The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Capital Improvement Program Budget. The session also includes a review of the five-year financial forecast and a continuation of the operating budget discussion.
- Continuation of Proposed Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Operating Budget
- Proposed Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Capital Improvement Program Budget
- 5 Year Financial Forecast
Special Meeting of the City Council Operating Budget Workshop
The Seal Beach City Council is conducting a special meeting to discuss the proposed operating budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025. This session serves as a workshop for reviewing the city's upcoming annual spending plan.
- Proposed Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Operating Budget
City Council Meeting
The Council will hold a public hearing regarding amendments to the Main Street Specific Plan for outdoor uses and dining. The agenda also includes routine approvals for infrastructure grants and street lighting assessments.
- Public hearing for Main Street Specific Plan Amendment 24-1 regarding outdoor dining
- $201,552.06 contract for Tennis and Pickleball Center sports court lighting
- Traffic signal maintenance contract amendment up to $460,000
- Grant application for Galleon Way at Electric Avenue stormwater project
- Annual street lighting assessment levy with no projected increase
Special Environmental Quality Control Board (EQCB)
The Environmental Quality Control Board will meet to receive and file a geotechnical report regarding the 1 Street parking lot. This is a special meeting with one scheduled matter.
- Receive and file Geotechnical Report for 1 Street Parking Lot
Recreation & Parks Commission
The Recreation & Parks Commission will meet to review a scheduled matter regarding a recreation app update. The meeting also includes provisions for oral communications and staff or commission concerns.
- Recreation App Update
City Council Meeting
The City Council will consider creating a citizen advisory committee to provide recommendations on stormwater conveyance and funding options. The agenda also includes updates on the Ironwood property and several routine administrative approvals.
- Establishment of a Citizen-Council Stormwater Advisory Ad-Hoc Committee
- Ironwood Property Update report
- Amendment to professional services agreements for Mr. C’s Towing
- Amendment to professional services agreements for Country City Towing
- Memoranda of Understanding for MMCEA and SBSPA employees
Council Closed Session
The City Council will hold a closed session to conduct negotiations with labor representatives. The meeting involves discussions between city negotiators and two police associations.
- Conference with labor negotiator regarding Police Officers Association
- Conference with labor negotiator regarding Police Management Association
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding Specific Plan Amendment 24-1. This amendment would create an administrative permit process for outdoor uses, enhancements, and limited outdoor dining on the Main Street public right-of-way.
- Public hearing for Specific Plan Amendment 24-1 (Main Street Specific Plan Area)
City Council Meeting
The City Council will review the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 mid-year budget update. The meeting includes several consent calendar items regarding city business and appointments.
- Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Mid-Year Budget Update and Resolution 7508
- Appointment of Richard (Eric) Nelson to the Seal Beach Cable Communications Foundation
- Temporary Construction Easement Agreement with Old Ranch Country Club, LLC (Resolution 7507)
- National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week Proclamation
Council Closed Session
The City Council will meet in a closed session to conduct labor negotiations and a public employee performance evaluation. The meeting includes discussions with various employee organizations and an evaluation of the City Manager.
- Conference with labor negotiators representing Police Officers Association, Police Management Association, Seal Beach Supervisors and Professionals Association, and Mid-Management and Confidential Employees Association
- Public employee performance evaluation for the City Manager
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review a request for a minor use permit at 94 A Surfside Avenue. The proposal seeks to allow a covered roof access structure to exceed the maximum height limit by 6 feet 1 inch. Staff recommends approval of the project with conditions.
- Minor Use Permit (MUP 24-01) for a roof access structure at 94 A Surfside Avenue
- Approval of February 20, 2024 Planning Commission minutes
Council Closed Session
The City Council will meet in closed session to discuss labor negotiations with several police and professional employee organizations. The meeting also includes a performance evaluation for the City Manager and discussions regarding price and payment terms for 4197 Ironwood Avenue.
- Labor negotiations with Police Officers Association, Police Management Association, Seal Beach Supervisors and Professionals Association, and Mid-Management and Confidential Employees Association
- Performance evaluation of the City Manager
- Real property negotiations regarding price and payment terms for 4197 Ironwood Avenue
City Council Meeting
The City Council will consider several items on the consent calendar, including a large grant for river trash mitigation. The agenda also includes approving emergency repairs for the First Street Parking Lot and the sale of 4197 Ironwood Avenue. Additionally, the council will review professional service contracts and a tree donation.
- $525,000 grant from Orange County for San Gabriel River Trash Mitigation Initiative
- Sale of 4197 Ironwood Avenue to the highest qualified bidder
- Emergency repairs and geotechnical evaluation for First Street Parking Lot
- Contract amendment with Raftelis Financial Consultants for water and wastewater planning
- Acceptance of 33 trees valued at $12,425 from Trees for Seal Beach
Special Meeting of the City Council
The City Council will hold a study session to discuss proposed changes to water and sewer rates. The discussion will cover capital projects, the rate-setting process, and bond financing.
- Proposed Water & Wastewater (Sewer) Rates Adjustment presentation and discussion
- Discussion regarding Water and Wastewater Capital Projects
- Review of Rate Setting Process and Bond Financing
City Council Meeting
The Seal Beach City Council will meet on March 11, 2024. Proposed actions include approving a contract for the Pier Restroom Renovation Project and reviewing the West Orange County Water Board budget. The Council will also consider an ammunition purchase for SWAT sniper rifles.
- $264,100 contract with R Dependable Const Inc. for the Pier Restroom Renovation Project
- $266,986 city contribution to the FY 2024-25 West Orange County Water Board budget
- Purchase of .308 ammunition for SWAT Sniper Rifles
- Proclamation of Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day
Recreation & Parks Commission
The Recreation & Parks Commission meeting includes a discussion regarding the Memorial Bench and Tree Policy. The agenda also contains routine consent calendar items and opportunities for public oral communications.
- Memorial Bench and Tree Policy
City Council Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding proposed water and sewer rate adjustments. The council is considering concluding the current protest process without action and setting a new hearing date based on a completed rate study. Other items include approvals for local paving, park improvements, and a microtransit pilot program.
- Public hearing on water and sewer rate adjustment protests
- $773,000 contract for the Annual Local Paving Program
- $767,830.56 agreement for Heather Park Play Area Improvements
- $325,783 total amount for Seal Beach Microtransit Service Pilot Program
- Sale of 4197 Ironwood Avenue
Council Closed Session
The City Council will meet in a closed session to conduct negotiations regarding labor and real property. The meeting includes discussions with various employee organizations and potential purchasers of city property.
- Labor negotiations with Police Officers Association, Police Management Association, Seal Beach Supervisors & Professionals Association, and Mid-Management and Confidential Employees Association
- Real property negotiations regarding 4197 Ironwood Avenue, Seal Beach, CA sregarding price and terms of payment
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will elect a new Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for 2024. The commission will also hold public hearings regarding two minor use permit requests for residential property modifications.
- Election of a new Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for 2024
- Minor Use Permit (MUP 23-8) for a covered roof access structure at 93 B Surfside Avenue
- Minor Use Permit (MUP 23-7) for a one-car garage with an open roof deck at 213 3rd Street
City Council Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing to accept comments on proposed water and sewer rate adjustments. The agenda also includes updates on PCH construction and the annual financial report. Several routine contracts and appointments are scheduled for approval.
- Public hearing regarding proposed water and sewer rate adjustments
- Ordinance 1708 amending animal control, dog licensing, and rabies regulations
- $222,144 contract with R.I.C. Construction Co., Inc. for pump station replacement
- Janitorial services amendment with Base Hill, Inc. up to $994,424.60
- Approval of ammunition purchase for the Seal Beach Police Department
Citizen-Council Parking Advisory Ad Hoc Committee
The Citizen-Council Parking Advisory Ad Hoc Committee will review informational responses to inquiries from their December 4 meeting. The committee will also address recommendations intended for the City Council.
- Presentation of consultant responses to committee inquiries by Julie Dixon
- Review of December 4, 2023, meeting minutes
- Committee recommendations to the City Council
Special Meeting of the City Council - Strategic Planning Workshop
The City Council is conducting a strategic planning workshop to review key accomplishments and challenges. The session aims to establish the Council's top priorities for fiscal year 2024-25.
- Review of key accomplishments and challenges
- Establishment of Council priorities for FY 2024-25
Recreation & Parks Commission
The Recreation & Parks Commission will consider the Memorial Bench and Tree Policy. The meeting also includes routine consent calendar items and opportunities for public oral communications.
- Memorial Bench and Tree Policy
Council Closed Session
The City Council will meet in closed session to confer with labor negotiators regarding several employee organizations. The council will also discuss utility easements at 3900 Lampson Avenue and property at 4197 Ironwood Avenue.
- Labor negotiations with Police Officers Association, Police Management Association, Seal Beach Supervisors & Professionals Association, and Mid-Management and Confidential Employees Association
- Negotiation of price and terms for utility easements at 3900 Lampson Avenue (APNs 217-361-01 and -03)
- Price negotiations regarding property at 4197 Ironwood Avenue
City Council Meeting
The City Council will review several consent calendar items including tree maintenance and public works agreements. A public hearing is scheduled regarding amendments to dog licensing fees and animal control regulations.
- Dog licensing fee and penalty schedule amendments
- $114,483 for sidewalk assessment and trip hazard removal by Precision Concrete Cutting, Inc.
- $47,404 for pedestrian improvements at Central Way and 1st Street
- $259,010 annual contract for city-wide tree maintenance services
- $198,144 for a Safety Action Plan
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a request for a Conditional Use Permit at 1 Anderson Street. The proposal seeks to allow a hotel within an existing nonconforming residential structure in the General Commercial zone. Staff recommends approving the permit with conditions.
- Conditional Use Permit 23-5(H) for 1 Anderson Street
- Approval of December 18, 2023 Planning Commission minutes