PUBLIC COMMENTS/NOTICE
A public hearing notice for this item was published in the Arcadia Weekly on December 18, 2025, and posted at the City Clerk’s Office, City Council Chambers, the Arcadia Public Library, and on the City’s website on December 18, 2025. Additionally, the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce and the Downtown Arcadia Improvement Association were specifically notified of the proposed changes, given their role in the local business community. As of January 7, 2026, no comments were received.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact associated with adoption of this amendment to the Business License Code. Implementation of the amendment can be accommodated within existing budgets and resources, and will not result in additional costs or changes to City revenue.
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council determine that the proposed action is exempt under the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) ; and introduce Ordinance No. 2411 amending Article VI of the Arcadia Municipal Code regarding the Businesses, Professions, Trades, and Occupations (Business License) Code.
Attachment No. 1: Ordinance No. 2411 with Final Draft of the Business Code Attachment No. 2: Article VI of the Arcadia Municipal Code (Existing regulations) Attachment No. 3: Business License Review Board Minutes and Staff Report, dated December 9, 2025
Attachment No. 4: Preliminary Exemption Assessment