Huntington Beach meeting summaries, agendas, and minutes

Huntington Beach Council to vote on $43,560 grant match for senior transport vans

The Huntington Beach City Council will vote on a $43,560 local match for an OCTA grant to purchase accessible vans for the Surf City Seniors on the Go! program at its Aug. 18 meeting. The item is the most consequential decision on the city's agenda this week. Recent meetings were largely discussion-only or cancelled, with no final votes recorded.

Recent meetings

The Aug. 4 City Council/Public Financing Authority meeting was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. The Planning Commission's Aug. 11 meeting was also cancelled.

Several boards and commissions met for discussion only, with no decisions taken:

• **Finance Commission (Aug. 5)** discussed cashflow projections and a landfill gas system analysis for a proposed sports complex, submitted by Commissioner Chennault.
• **Economic Development Committee (Aug. 10)** reviewed downtown code enforcement, an amendment to the Essex & Gage Affordable Housing Agreement, a tourism enhancement program update, a project update for 21/22 Main Street, and an auto incentive beach parking pass program. The committee may make recommendations to the City Council.
• **Intergovernmental Relations Committee (Aug. 10)** discussed a draft of the 2026 State and Federal Legislative Advocacy Services RFP and approved draft minutes from July 20.
• **Historic Resources Board (Aug. 10)** reviewed a plaque design commemorating America's 250th anniversary for installation at the pier.
• **Community & Library Services Commission (Aug. 12)** reviewed and recommended approval of an America 250 plaque at Pier Plaza Memorial and a donated America 250 Memorial Bench on City Hall property. It also recognized Eagle Scout projects and received a recap of the Independence Day celebration.
• **Design Review Board (Aug. 13)** considered two administrative items: a modification to a flagpole wireless facility at 6565 Edinger Avenue (recommended for denial) and six 22-foot light poles at the Boys and Girls Club field at 2309 Delaware Street (recommended for approval). No public hearings were held.

Upcoming meetings

The City Council/Public Financing Authority meets Aug. 18 at 6:00 PM in the Civic Center. In addition to the senior van grant, the consent calendar includes:

• A $1,017,485 payment to DHCS for a CalOptima Health intergovernmental transfer agreement.
• Resolution No. 2026-33 accepting a CHP Cannabis Tax Fund grant for DUI enforcement and training.
• A $4,600,000 budget amendment to return unexpended cathodic protection funds.

The council will also hold a closed session on labor negotiations, real property negotiation (APN 110-151-10/11), and litigation.

On Aug. 19, the Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing on two permits: a new 6,600-square-foot two-story home with a rooftop deck at 16471 Malden Circle (Coastal Development Permit No. 26-010 and Conditional Use Permit No. 26-005), and a modification to the flagpole wireless facility at 6565 Edinger Avenue (Conditional Use Permit No. 26-003), for which staff recommends denial.

Also on Aug. 19, the Historic Resources Board will review a rendering of the America 250 plaque and a memo on the historic significance of 711 Main Street. The CIAB/Public Works Commission will review a performance audit of the Sewer Service Fund for FY 2025/26 and receive a capital projects update.

Coming up

• **City Celebration Committee** – Aug. 17, planning remaining 2026 events and drafting the 2027 calendar.
• **City Council/Public Financing Authority** – Aug. 18, 6:00 PM, Civic Center.
• **Historic Resources Board** – Aug. 19.
• **Zoning Administrator** – Aug. 19, public hearing on two permits.
• **CIAB/Public Works Commission** – Aug. 19.
• **Harbor Commission** – Aug. 27, presentations on the Humbolt Island Bridge Replacement Project and Davenport Sewer Lift Station.

Huntington Beach meetings cancelled, no decisions made this week

No formal decisions were made by Huntington Beach boards or commissions in the past week, as several scheduled meetings were cancelled and one discussion-only session produced no votes. The City Council/Public Financing Authority meeting set for August 4 was called off because a quorum was not present, and the Planning Commission cancelled its July 28 regular meeting. The next City Council meeting is scheduled for August 18 at 6:00 PM in the Civic Center.

City Council and Public Financing Authority

The August 4 joint meeting of the City Council and Public Financing Authority was cancelled due to lack of quorum. No items were discussed or decided. The next regular meeting is set for August 18, 2026, at 6:00 PM in the Civic Center.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission cancelled its July 28, 2026 regular meeting. No items were on the agenda. The commission also cancelled its August 11, 2026 meeting; the next tentatively scheduled meeting is August 25, 2026.

Communications Committee

The Communications Committee met on July 28, 2026, to review public information updates and city programming. Agenda items included approval of April 27, 2026 meeting minutes, social media and city celebration content, HBTV streaming updates, a Spectrum HD PEG Channel upgrade, and Frontier PEG Channel outage updates. Minutes from this meeting have not yet been published, and no votes were reported.

Finance Commission

The Finance Commission held a special meeting on August 5, 2026, to discuss a proposed sports complex. The agenda listed a discussion of cashflow projections and a landfill gas system analysis submitted by Commissioner Chennault. The item was listed for discussion only; no votes or decisions were scheduled.

Economic Development Committee (Upcoming)

The Economic Development Committee will meet on August 10, 2026, to discuss several items, including code enforcement in downtown, an amendment to the Essex & Gage Affordable Housing Agreement, a tourism enhancement program update, a project update for 21/22 Main Street, and an auto incentive beach parking pass program. The committee may make recommendations to the City Council, but no final actions will be taken at this meeting.

Design Review Board (Upcoming)

The Design Review Board will meet on August 13, 2026, to consider two administrative items. The first is a modification to an existing flagpole wireless facility at 6565 Edinger Avenue, involving a 56-foot-tall flagpole with a 50-inch canister and six antennas. Staff recommends denial of Design Review No. 26-003 for this facility. The second item is a proposal for six 22-foot light poles at the Boys and Girls Club sports field at 2309 Delaware Street, with a recommendation to approve Design Review No. 26-009. The board will also approve minutes from its May 14, 2026 meeting. No public hearings are scheduled.

Coming up

• **Economic Development Committee** – August 10, 2026 (discussion only)
• **Planning Commission** – August 11, 2026 (cancelled)
• **Design Review Board** – August 13, 2026 (administrative items)
• **City Council/Public Financing Authority** – August 18, 2026, 6:00 PM, Civic Center

Huntington Beach Council Set for Closed-Session Labor, Property Talks; Planning Commission Meeting Cancelled

Huntington Beach's City Council and Public Financing Authority were scheduled to meet July 21, 2026, for closed-session conferences with labor negotiators representing the Police Officers' Association and Firefighters' Association, plus real-property negotiations involving two city sites. Because minutes have not yet been published, no outcomes or vote tallies are available for any of the meetings covered in this roundup.

City Council / Public Financing Authority — July 21

The agenda listed closed-session conferences with labor negotiators for the Huntington Beach Police Officers' Association and Huntington Beach Firefighters' Association, both under Government Code 54957.6. The council also planned real-property negotiations for 17732 Goldenwest St (APN 111-010-69) with Michael and Christina Bartusick dba Park Bench Cafe, and for 21091 Pacific Coast Highway (APN 024-281-16) with Pouya Honari of Pacific City Hotel, LLC dba Pasea Hotel and Spa. A closed-session conference with legal counsel on Bonta v. City of Huntington Beach (Case No. 30-2023-01312235-CU-WM-CJC) was also scheduled. The open portion included public comments, community event announcements, and a business highlight presentation. No minutes have been published, so no actions can be confirmed.

Intergovernmental Relations Committee — July 20

The committee agenda included approval of June 15, 2026 meeting minutes, a state legislative update, and review of an early renewal application for the Walt Disney Company's KABC license. Members were also scheduled to give updates and discuss future meeting topics. No outcomes are available.

Finance Commission — July 22

Commissioner Chennault placed discussion items on the agenda: item 26-6462, a Huntington Beach Sports Complex proposal; an HBSC concessions update; and a comparison of sports turf versus natural grass. Commissioner Cicerone was set to present item 26-6294, a Meadowlark Subcommittee update, and item 26-6305, a discussion of the city budget process and opportunities for improvement. No votes or recommendations are confirmed.

Investment Advisory Board — July 23

The board was scheduled to approve minutes from its April 23, 2026 meeting (agenda item 26-570 C1) and review the draft Q4 2025–2026 investment report (agenda item 26-569 D1). An overview of a supplemental retirement program was also listed. Public comments were limited to three minutes per speaker, with no action allowed on non-agendized items.

Harbor Commission — July 23

The commission agenda called for rotation of the Chairperson and Vice Chairperson positions and approval of June 25, 2026 meeting minutes. Reports from three ad hoc committees — Infrastructure, Vessels and Watercraft, and Water Quality — were also scheduled.

Communications Committee — July 28

The committee was set to approve April 27, 2026 meeting minutes and review public information updates covering social media and city celebration content. Other agenda items included HBTV streaming and content updates, a Spectrum HD PEG Channel upgrade update, and Frontier PEG Channel outage updates.

Planning Commission — July 28 (Cancelled)

The regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for July 28, 2026, was cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.

Coming Up

• **City Council / Public Financing Authority — August 4, 2026:** Cancelled due to lack of a quorum. The next meeting is set for August 18, 2026, at 6:00 PM in Civic Center.

All meetings listed above are reflected as agenda-only items; minutes have not yet been published. Readers should consult the city's official agendas and minutes for confirmed actions and vote tallies.

Huntington Beach Council Takes Up Pier Stairs Advertising Pilot; Zoning Administrator Reviews ADUs and Café License

Huntington Beach's City Council was scheduled July 7 to vote on a one-year advertising pilot for the pier stairs and a contract amendment for police background checks, while also holding a study session on proposed improvements to the Huntington Beach Sports Complex. Minutes from the meeting have not yet been published, so outcomes are not yet confirmed.

City Council / Public Financing Authority — July 7

The July 7 agenda listed several items for council action and discussion:

• A one-year pier stairs advertising pilot and contract amendment with Rio Media and Advertising.
• A contract amendment with LM Investigations, LLC for additional police background check compensation.
• A study session on proposed improvements to the Huntington Beach Sports Complex.
• Closed-session labor negotiations with police and fire employee associations.
• Real property negotiation for 17732 Goldenwest St.

Because only the agenda is available, no vote tallies, dollar amounts, or decisions can be reported. The official minutes, once published, will be the authoritative record.

Zoning Administrator — July 15

The Zoning Administrator was scheduled to consider two coastal development permits:

• Coastal Development Permit 26-006 for two accessory dwelling units (ADUs) at 205 Pecan Avenue.
• Conditional Use Permit 26-010 for Boardriders Café's ABC license (beer and wine).

Staff was set to find both projects categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The next Zoning Administrator meeting is scheduled for August 5, 2026.

City Celebration Committee — July 13

The committee reviewed the 2026 event calendar and began planning for 2027. Items on the agenda included:

• Review of 2026 monthly themes, from "Foundations of Freedom" to "Seasons of Remembrance."
• Planning for a July 31 National Treasure Movie Night.
• Rescheduling of an American Dream event with Dr. Stefan Bean and Supervisor Nguyen.
• A September 15 City Council Meeting Reading of the Preamble.
• Discussion of December time capsule ideas.

The agenda noted planning tied to the America 250 semiquincentennial.

Cancelled and Procedural Meetings

• The Community & Library Services Commission's July 8 meeting was cancelled due to a lack of required action. Its next regular meeting is August 12, 2026, at 6:00 PM in the City Council Chambers.
• The Citizen's Infrastructure Advisory Board/Public Works Commission meeting scheduled for July 15 was cancelled.
• The Personnel Commission met July 15 with only procedural items on the agenda — call to order, public comments, approval of minutes, and committee reports. No proposals, ordinances, or financial decisions were listed.

Coming Up

• **July 20 — Intergovernmental Relations Committee:** Will review June 15 meeting minutes, receive a state legislative update, and review an early renewal application for the Walt Disney Company's KABC license.
• **July 21 — City Council/Public Financing Authority:** Closed-session labor negotiations with the Police Officers' Association and Firefighters' Association; real-property negotiations for 17732 Goldenwest St (APN 111-010-69) with Michael and Christina Bartusick dba Park Bench Cafe, and for 21091 Pacific Coast Highway (APN 024-281-16) with Pouya Honari – Pacific City Hotel, LLC dba Pasea Hotel and Spa; and a closed conference with legal counsel on *Bonta v. City of Huntington Beach* (Case No. 30-2023-01312235-CU-WM-CJC).
• **July 22 — Finance Commission:** Discussion of the Huntington Beach Sports Complex proposal, an HBSC concessions update, a sports turf versus natural grass comparison, a Meadowlark subcommittee update, and a discussion of the city budget process.
• **July 23 — Harbor Commission:** Rotation of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson, plus reports from the Infrastructure, Vessels and Watercraft, and Water Quality ad hoc committees.

Huntington Beach Council to Vote on Pier Stairs Advertising Pilot; Zoning Administrator Weighs New Home, Parking Reduction

Huntington Beach officials have a busy stretch of meetings behind them and ahead, with the City Council scheduled to vote on a one-year advertising pilot for the pier stairs and a contract amendment for police background checks. However, minutes have not yet been published for any of the recent meetings, so outcomes are not yet confirmed in the public record.

City Council — July 7

The City Council/Public Financing Authority agenda for July 7 lists several action items, though minutes are not yet available to confirm what was decided.

Scheduled items include:

• A one-year pier stairs advertising pilot and contract amendment with Rio Media and Advertising.
• A contract amendment with LM Investigations, LLC for additional police background check compensation.
• A study session on proposed improvements to the Huntington Beach Sports Complex.
• Closed session labor negotiations with police and fire employee associations.
• Real property negotiation for 17732 Goldenwest St.

Because minutes have not been published, the results of any votes are not yet part of the public record.

City Council — July 1 (Special Closed Session)

A special council meeting on July 1 was limited to closed-session conferences with legal counsel on two lawsuits: *People of California v. City of Huntington Beach* (Case No. 30-2023-01312235) and *Southwest Voter Registration Education Project v. City of Huntington Beach* (Case No. 30-2024-01397379). No public hearings, policy votes, or routine business were scheduled. Minutes are not yet published.

Zoning Administrator — July 1

The Zoning Administrator agenda for July 1 included two items:

• A Conditional Use Permit for a parking reduction for HB Optometry at 6012 Edinger Avenue.
• A Coastal Development Permit for demolition of an existing home and construction of a new 4,950 sq. ft. residence at 16661 Carousel Lane.

Minutes are not yet published, so no outcomes are confirmed.

Community & Library Services Commission — July 8

The July 8 meeting of the Community & Library Services Commission was cancelled due to a lack of required action. The commission is scheduled to resume its regular meetings on August 12, 2026, at 6:00 PM in the City Council Chambers.

Coming Up

• **City Celebration Committee — July 13 (today):** Review of the 2026 event calendar, including the America 250 semiquincentennial, a July 31 National Treasure Movie Night, rescheduling of an American Dream event with Dr. Stefan Bean and Supervisor Nguyen, a September 15 City Council reading of the Preamble, and discussion of December time capsule ideas.
• **Zoning Administrator — July 15:** Two Coastal Development Permits are on the agenda — one for two accessory dwelling units at 205 Pecan Avenue (CDP 26-006) and a Conditional Use Permit for a beer and wine license at Boardriders Café (CUP 26-010). Staff will seek to find the projects categorically exempt from CEQA.
• **Personnel Commission — July 15:** Regular meeting with only procedural items listed; no substantive proposals, ordinances, or financial decisions are on the agenda.
• **CIAB/Public Works Commission — July 15:** Meeting cancelled.
• **Harbor Commission — July 23:** Rotation of the Chairperson and Vice Chairperson, plus reports from the Infrastructure, Vessels and Watercraft, and Water Quality ad hoc committees, and approval of June 25 meeting minutes.

Huntington Beach Meeting Roundup: Marina Project, Flood Management, and Upcoming Council Votes

Most of Huntington Beach's advisory bodies met in late June and early July, but minutes have not yet been published for any of those sessions, so outcomes are not yet available. Agendas show the Planning Commission, Finance Commission, Harbor Commission, Zoning Administrator, and City Council all convened, with topics ranging from a floating office at Peter's Landing Marina to closed-session litigation review.

Planning Commission — Floating Office and Restroom at Peter's Landing Marina

On June 23, the Planning Commission was scheduled to consider Conditional Use Permit No. 25-033, which would allow a 420-square-foot floating restroom and a 580-square-foot floating office at 16340 Pacific Coast Highway, in the Huntington Harbour area. The commission was also set to approve minutes from its April 28 and May 12 meetings. Because only the agenda is available, the commission's decision on the permit is not yet confirmed.

Finance Commission — Asset Audits and Budget Questions

The Finance Commission met June 24 to review subcommittee updates on the Sports Complex and Meadowlark, along with audits of city assets including the yacht, sports center, and equestrian facilities. Commissioners also had budget questions for fiscal year 26/27 on the agenda. No minutes have been published, so any recommendations or findings are not yet on the record.

Harbor Commission — Bolsa Chica Channel Flood Management

On June 25, the Harbor Commission was scheduled to hear a presentation on the Bolsa Chica Channel Flood Management Program from Orange County officials. The agenda also included reports from three ad hoc committees: Infrastructure, Vessels and Watercraft, and Water Quality. Outcomes are pending publication of minutes.

Zoning Administrator — Parking Reduction and New Home on Carousel Lane

The Zoning Administrator met July 1 to consider two items: a conditional use permit for a parking reduction at HB Optometry, 6012 Edinger Avenue, and a coastal development permit to demolish an existing home and build a new 4,950-square-foot residence at 16661 Carousel Lane. No minutes are available yet.

City Council — Closed-Session Litigation Review

The City Council held a special meeting July 1 focused entirely on closed-session conferences with legal counsel regarding two lawsuits: People of California v. City of Huntington Beach (Case No. 30-2023-01312235) and Southwest Voter Registration Education Project v. City of Huntington Beach (Case No. 30-2024-01397379). No public hearings, policy votes, or routine business were scheduled. Details of closed-session discussions are not public.

Coming Up

July 7 — City Council/Public Financing Authority: The council is scheduled to vote on a one-year advertising pilot for the pier stairs, with a contract amendment involving Rio Media and Advertising. Also on the agenda: a contract amendment with LM Investigations, LLC for additional police background check compensation; a study session on proposed improvements to the Huntington Beach Sports Complex; closed-session labor negotiations with police and fire employee associations; and a real property negotiation for 17732 Goldenwest St.

July 8 — Community & Library Services Commission: This meeting is cancelled due to a lack of required action. The commission's next regular meeting is scheduled for August 12, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers.

Pier Stairs Advertising Pilot, Sports Complex Upgrades Headline City Council Agenda

Huntington Beach city leaders this week will consider a one-year advertising pilot on the pier stairs and a study session on improvements to the Sports Complex, while several commission agendas in recent weeks covered a floating office at Peter’s Landing Marina, flood management and a new optometry parking reduction. No votes were reported from the meetings, as final minutes have not yet been published.

Planning Commission (June 23)

The commission’s agenda included a conditional use permit for a new 420-square-foot floating restroom and a 580-square-foot floating office at 16340 Pacific Coast Highway, in Huntington Harbour. The project, at Peter’s Landing Marina, is part of a marine-structures proposal. Commissioners also were scheduled to approve minutes from two previous meetings.

Finance Commission (June 24)

Subcommittee updates on the Sports Complex and Meadowlark led the discussion. Commissioners reviewed audits of city assets—including the yacht, sports center and equestrian facilities—and fielded questions about the fiscal year 2026-27 budget.

Harbor Commission (June 25)

Orange County officials presented on the Bolsa Chica Channel Flood Management Program. Reports followed from ad hoc committees on infrastructure, vessels and watercraft, and water quality.

Zoning Administrator (July 1)

Two land-use items were on the agenda: a conditional use permit to reduce parking for HB Optometry at 6012 Edinger Avenue, and a coastal development permit to demolish an existing home and build a new 4,950-square-foot residence at 16661 Carousel Lane.

City Council/Public Financing Authority (July 1)

The council met in closed session to discuss two lawsuits: People of California v. City of Huntington Beach (Case No. 30-2023-01312235) and Southwest Voter Registration Education Project v. City of Huntington Beach (Case No. 30-2024-01397379). No public actions were taken.

Coming up

July 7 – City Council/Public Financing Authority: The council will vote on a one-year pier stairs advertising pilot and a contract amendment with Rio Media and Advertising. An amendment with LM Investigations, LLC for police background-check compensation is also up for approval. A study session on proposed Sports Complex improvements is scheduled. Closed-session labor negotiations with police and fire unions, and a real property matter at 17732 Goldenwest St., round out the agenda.

July 8 – Community & Library Services Commission: The regular meeting is cancelled. The commission will next meet on Aug. 12 at 6 p.m. in the City Council Chambers.