City Council - May 13, 2025
1. CALL TO ORDER
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1.1 INVOCATION - MAYOR ARAPOSTATHIS
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1.2 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
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2. REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION
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3. CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
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4. COMMUNITY BULLETIN REPORTS
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5. ADDITIONS AND/OR DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA
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6. PRESENTATIONS
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6.1 CITY TREASURER’S QUARTERLY REPORT
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1. Staff Report_Treasurer's Report Quarter Ending 03-31-25.pdf
2. Attachment A - Schedule of Investments Summary Quarter Ending 03-31-25.pdf
3. Attachment B - Schedule of Investments Quarter Ending 03-31-25.pdf
6.2 PROCLAIMING MAY AS POPPY MONTH
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6.3 PROCLAIMING MAY AS OLDER AMERICANS MONTH
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6.4 PROCLAIMING MAY 15, 2025, AS LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS MEMORIAL DAY Public Comments:
6.5 PROCLAIMING MAY 18 - 24, 2025, AS NATIONAL PUBLIC WORKS WEEK Public Comments:
6.6 PRESENTATION BY MAYOR ARAPOSTATHIS AND COUNCILMEMBER SUZUKI ON CHILD FRIENDLY CITIES Public Comments:
7. PUBLIC COMMENTS – (TOTAL TIME – 15 MINUTES)
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NOTE: In accordance with state law, an item not scheduled on the agenda may be brought forward by the general public for comment; however, the City Council will not be able to discuss or take any action on the item at this meeting. If appropriate, the item will be referred to Staff or placed on a future agenda.
8. CONFLICT DISCLOSURES
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9. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CONSENT CALENDAR
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This is the time in which members of the Council or audience may pull items from the CONSENT CALENDAR for discussion. Public Comments are also invited on Consent Calendar items.
10. CONSENT CALENDAR
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(Items 10.1 through 10.11)
The Consent Calendar includes items considered to be routine. Unless discussion is requested by members of the Council or audience, all Consent Calendar items may be approved by one motion. *If a public hearing item is part of the Consent Calendar, the public hearing shall be deemed held if the item is not removed from the Consent Calendar for discussion and possible action (Items 10.10 and 10.11).
Recommended Motion:
Approve Consent Calendar Items 10.1 through 10.11.
10.1 APPROVAL OF MOTION TO WAIVE THE READING OF THE TEXT OF ALL ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS AT THIS MEETING Public Comments:
Recommended Motion:
Approve.
10.2 APPROVAL OF SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA MESA ADOPTING A FIRE HAZARD SEVERITY ZONES MAP AS REQUIRED BY THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA Attachments
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1. Memo_Fire Hazard Severity Zones Map Update Ordinance 2nd Reading 2025-05-13.pdf
2. Attachment A - Fire Hazard Severity Zones Map_La Mesa 2025 Update.pdf
3. Attachment B - Ordinance-Fire Hazard Severity Zones Map.pdf Charisse Charters
We appreciate the opportunity to comment on the Fire Hazard Severity Zone Maps from Cal Fire. Additionally, we commend the City of La Mesa for its proactive outreach to residents. As the owners of the property located at 4199 East Arrieta Circle, La Mesa, Parcel No. 4756000900, which is zoned R1S, we have been dedicated property owners since December 2020. Upon acquiring this property, we learned about the diligent maintenance practices of the previous owners dating back to its unique design and build back in 1979. One of the key reasons for our purchase was the meticulous care the previous owner invested in the property. We assured them that we would maintain the same level of care, including fire mitigation efforts, and we have upheld this commitment. Our neighbor, Bill Best, has been the owner of the two adjacent properties located at 4197 E Arrieta Circle (APN 4756001800 and 4756001900) for the past 37 years. He shares our commitment to ensuring the safety and longevity of our properties and neighborhood. Regarding Parcel No. 4990101100, which is directly south of our properties and bound by High Street, we have identified its owner as Helix Water District. We plan to reach out to them to explore potential partnerships for shared mitigation efforts. There is another larger parcel, no. 4751402000, which appears to be owned by Wardley Development, Inc. in Los Angeles. This entity seems to have ceased business operations. We are eager to collaborate with the City of La Mesa to determine the best course of action for addressing the owner's risk mitigation responsibilities. There is another larger parcel, no. 4751402000, which appears to be owned by Wardley Development, Inc. in Los Angeles. This entity seems to have ceased business operations. We are eager to collaborate with the City of La Mesa to determine the best course of action for addressing the owner's risk mitigation responsibilities. This property is our forever home, and we take pride in being responsible property owners. We sincerely hope that the City of La Mesa can assist us in forming partnerships with our neighboring property owners to ensure the safety and well-being of our community. Thank you, in advance.
Staff Reference: Chief Koch
Recommended Motion:
Approve the second reading and adoption of the Ordinance.
10.3 RESOLUTIONS APPROVING A BUDGET TRANSFER AND APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH GOVERNMENT STAFFING SERVICES, INC.
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1. Staff Report_Budget transfer and agreement with Government Staffing Services Inc 2025-05-13.pdf
2. Attachment A - Resolution_Budget Transfer Request.pdf
3. Attachment B - Resolution_Agreement with Gov. Staffing Services.pdf
4. Attachment C - Agreement with Government Staffing Services 2025-05-13.pdf
5. Attachment D - Fiscal Impact Report_Agreement with Government Staffing Services 2025-05-13.pdf Staff Reference: Mr. Dedmon
Recommended Motion:
Adopt Resolutions.
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RESOLUTION APPROVING A BUDGET TRANSFER IN THE AMOUNT OF $67,000 TO FUND AN AGREEMENT FOR CONTINUED FINANCIAL SERVICES THROUGH JUNE 30, 2025 Public Comments:
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RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH GOVERNMENT STAFFING SERVICES, INC. FOR CONTINUED FINANCIAL SERVICES Public Comments:
10.4 RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE LA MESA BOULEVARD COMPLETE STREETS PLAN SEGMENT 2 Attachments
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1. Staff Report_La Mesa Blvd Complete Streets Segment 2_2025-05-13.pdf
2. Attachment A - Resolution - La Mesa Blvd Complete Streets Segment 2.pdf
3. Attachment B - Presentation - La Mesa Blvd Complete Streets Segment 2.pdf Staff Reference: Mr. Throne
Recommended Motion:
Adopt Resolution.
10.5 RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE LA MESA BIKE AND SIDEWALK CONNECTIONS PROJECT PLANNING PHASE PLAN Attachments
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1. Staff Report_La Mesa Bike and Sidewalk Planning Phase 2025-05-13.pdf
2. Attachment A - Resolution_La Mesa Bike and Sidewalk Planning Phase.pdf
3. Attachment B - La Mesa Bike and Sidewalk Planning Phase Final Report.pdf Staff Reference: Mr. Throne
Recommended Motion:
Adopt Resolution.
10.6 RESOLUTION AMENDING SUBSECTION 12.28.030 OF THE LA MESA MUNICIPAL CODE, ESTABLISHING EXCEPTIONS TO EL PASO STREET AS A THROUGH STREET Attachments
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1. Staff Report_Establishing Exceptions to El Paso St as a Through Street 2025-05-13.pdf
2. Attachment A - Resolution_Establishing Exceptions to El Paso as Through St.pdf
3. Attachment B - Exhibit_Establishing Exceptions to El Paso St as a Through St .pdf
4. Attachment C - Stop Warrant Study _Establishing Exceptions to El Paso St as a Through St .pdf Staff Reference: Mr. Throne
Recommended Motion:
Adopt Resolution.
10.7 POLICE CHIEF'S QUARTERLY OPERATIONS REPORT (JANUARY 2025 - MARCH 2025) Attachments
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1. Memo_Police 1st Quarter Report 2025.pdf
2. Attachment A - La Mesa Police Department 1st Quarter Report 2025.pdf Staff Reference: Chief Sweeney
Recommended Motion:
Receive and file.
10.8 HOMELESS OUTREACH AND MOBILE ENGAGEMENT ("HOME") PROGRAM QUARTERLY REPORT (JANUARY 2025 - MARCH 2025) Attachments
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1. Memo_HOME 1st Quarter Report 2025-05-13.pdf
2. Attachment A - HOME 2025 1st Quarter Report.pdf
Staff Reference: Chief Sweeney
Recommended Motion:
Receive and file.
10.9 RESOLUTION APPROVING SALARY ADJUSTMENTS TO THE FISCAL YEAR 2024-2025 COMPENSATION PLAN FOR COMMUNITY SERVICES MANAGER CLASSIFICATION AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAM MANAGER CLASSIFICATION TITLE CHANGE Attachments
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1. Staff Report_Compensation Plans FY 2025_Community Services Manager and Environmental Program Coordinator.pdf
2. Attachment A - Resolution - Compensation Plans FY 2024-2025.pdf
3. Attachment B - Compensation Plans FY 2024-2025_Exhibit to Resolution.pdf Staff Reference: Ms. Spaniol
Recommended Motion:
Adopt Resolution.
10.10 *STATUS UPDATE ON VACANCIES IN COMPLIANCE WITH ASSEMBLY BILL 2561 Attachments
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1. Staff Report_Update on Vacancies in Compliance with AB 2561_2025-05-13.pdf
2. Attachment A - Data for Recruitment Status Update 2025-05-13.pdf Staff Reference: Ms. Spaniol
Recommended Motion:
Receive and file.
10.11 *TAX EQUITY AND FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY ACT OF 1982 (“TEFRA”) HEARING FOR MT. HELIX ACADEMY SCHOOL, 5901-5999 SEVERIN DRIVE Attachments
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1. Staff Report_TEFRA Hearing_The Institute for Effective Education 2025-05-13.pdf
2. Attachment A - Resolution TEFRA - City National Bank The Institute for Effective Education.pdf
3. Attachment B - Email from Authority - Setting up a TEFRA in La Mesa Email .pdf RESOLUTION APPROVING THE ISSUANCE BY THE CALIFORNIA ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF NOT TO EXCEED $22,000,000 AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF THE CALIFORNIA ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY'S REVENUE OBLIGATIONS FOR THE PURPOSE OF FINANCING, REFINANCING AND/OR REIMBURSING THE COST OF ACQUISITION, CONSTRUCTION, RENOVATION, IMPROVEMENT AND EQUIPPING EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE INSTITUTE FOR EFFECTIVE EDUCATION AND OTHER MATTERS RELATING THERETO HEREIN SPECIFIED Staff Hearing: Mr. Herrera
Recommended Motion:
Adopt Resolution.
11. HEARINGS
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11.1 APPEAL REGARDING PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION PC-2024-14 Attachments
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1. Staff Report_Project 2025-0087 - 9407 Jericho Road Planning Commission Appeal .pdf
2. Attachment A - Draft Resolution denying the Appeal regarding Resolution PC-2024-14.pdf
3. Attachment B - Site Photographs.pdf
4. Attachment C - May 23, 2023 City Council Meeting Minutes.pdf
5. Attachment D - Project Plans.pdf
6. Attachment E - Design Review Board Certification of Action (dated October 14, 2024).pdf
7. Attachment F - Density Bonus Report (dated November 12, 2024).pdf
8. Attachment G - Notice of Decision NOD-2024-07.pdf
9. Attachment H - Resolution No. PC-2024-11.pdf
10. Attachment I - Resolution No. PC-2024-14.pdf
11. Attachment J - Appeal regarding PC-2024-14.pdf
12. Attachment K - Density Bonus Report (dated February 24, 2025).pdf
13. Attachment L - Density Bonus Report (dated March 27, 2025).pdf
14. Attachment M - Traffic Assessment Letter.pdf
15. Attachment N - Supplemental Traffic Technical Memorandum.pdf
16. Attachment O - Sewer Study.pdf
17. Attachment P - Drainage Report.pdf
18. Attachment Q - Will Serve Letters and Utility Correspondence.pdf Patrick Grillot
I support the staff recommendation to deny this appeal.
The City should approve this development. The additional homes will help with the region’s cost-of-living crisis, the leading cause of which is the shortage of homes. Additionally, it fits with the density and type of housing as the multi-family buildings next to it.
CONSIDERATION OF AN APPEAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION PC-2024-14 RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF A GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT, ZONE CHANGE, SITE DEVELOPMENT PLAN, AND TENTATIVE TRACT MAP, FOR A 73-UNIT TOWNHOME DEVELOPMENT (INCLUDING EIGHT (8) MODERATE INCOME RESTRICTED UNITS) LOCATED AT 9407 JERICHO ROAD (APN 486-670-18-00) Staff Reference: Ms. Santos
Recommended Motion:
Close the hearing.
Recommended Motion:
Adopt Resolution denying the appeal of Planning Commission Resolution PC-2024-14 recommending approval of a General Plan Amendment, Rezoning, a Site Development Plan, and Tentative Tract Map, authorizing a 73-unit townhome project (including 8 moderate income restricted units) located at 9407 Jericho Road (APN 486-670-18-00).
11.2 CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ADOPTION OF THE FOLLOWING ACTIONS NECESSARY AND REQUIRED TO APPROVE A PROPOSED 73-UNIT TOWNHOME PROJECT (INCLUDING EIGHT (8) MODERATE INCOME RESTRICTED UNITS) LOCATED AT 9407 JERICHO ROAD – APN 486-670-18-00 (“PROJECT") Attachments
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1. Staff Report_2023-2348 (9407 Jericho Road) City Council.pdf
2. Attachment A - Draft Resolution adopting the MND.pdf
3. Attachment B - Draft Resolution approving the GPA.pdf
4. Attachment C - Draft Ordinance approving the Rezone.pdf
5. Attachment D - Draft Resolution approving the SDP.pdf
6. Attachment E - Draft Resolution approving the TTM.pdf
7. Attachment F - Draft Resolution ratifying the DRB Approval.pdf
8. Attachment G - Site Photographs.pdf
9. Attachment H - May 23, 2023 City Council Meeting Minutes.pdf
10. Attachment I - DRB Certification of Action (dated October 14, 2024).pdf
11. Attachment J - Density Bonus Report (dated November 12, 2024).pdf
12. Attachment K - SDP Notice of Decision NOD-2024-07.pdf
13. Attachment L - Resolution No. PC-2024-11.pdf
14. Attachment M - Resolution No. PC-2024-14.pdf
15. Attachment N - Appeal of Planning Commission Resolution PC-2024-14.pdf
16. Attachment O - Density Bonus Report (dated February 24, 2025).pdf
17. Attachment P - Density Bonus Report (dated March 27, 2025).pdf
18. Attachment Q - Public Comments Received to Date.pdf
19. Attachment R - Project Plans.pdf
20. Attachment S - Project Renderings.pdf
21. Attachment T - Initial Study and Mitigated Negative Declaration.pdf
22. Attachment U - Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program.pdf
23. Attachment V - Traffic Assessment Letter.pdf
24. Attachment W - Supplemental Traffic Technical Memorandum.pdf
25. Attachment X - Supplemental Parking Demand Analysis.pdf
26. Attachment Y - Tentative Tract Map .pdf
27. Attachment Z - October 14, 2024 DRB Staff Report.pdf
28. Attachment AA - Response to Public Comments.pdf
Staff Reference: Ms. Santos
Recommended Motion:
Close the hearing.
a.
MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION PREPARED PURSUANT TO THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) Public Comments:
RESOLUTION ADOPTING A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION AND MITIGATION MONITORING AND REPORTING PROGRAM PREPARED FOR PROJECT 2023-2348, A PROPOSED GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT, REZONING, SITE DEVELOPMENT PLAN, TENTATIVE TRACT MAP AND DESIGN REVIEW, FOR A 73-UNIT FOR-SALE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AT 9407 JERICHO ROAD, APN 486-670-18-00 Recommended Motion:
Adopt Resolution.
b.
GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT FOR LAND USE REDESIGNATION (OF SPECIFIED AREAS) FROM URBAN RESIDENTIAL TO MULTIPLE UNIT RESIDENTIAL Public Comments:
RESOLUTION APPROVING A GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT FOR PROJECT 2023-2348 TO CHANGE THE LAND USE CLASSIFICATION FROM URBAN RESIDENTIAL TO MULTIPLE UNIT RESIDENTIAL FOR A 73-UNIT FOR-SALE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AT 9407 JERICHO ROAD (APN 486-670-18-00) ("GPA") Recommended Motion:
Adopt Resolution.
c.
REZONING (OF SPECIFIED AREAS) FROM (R1) URBAN RESIDENTIAL TO (R3) MULTIPLE UNIT RESIDENTIAL Public Comments:
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA MESA AMENDING THE ZONING MAP OF TITLE 24 OF THE LA MESA MUNICIPAL CODE, REZONING 9407 JERICHO ROAD (APN 486-670-18-00) FROM ZONE R1 (URBAN RESIDENTIAL) TO ZONE R3 (MULTIPLE UNIT RESIDENTIAL) AUTHORIZING A 73-UNIT TOWNHOME DEVELOPMENT Recommended Motion:
Approve the first reading and introduction of the Ordinance.
d.
SITE DEVELOPMENT PLAN AUTHORIZING A REDUCTION OF THE MINIMUM R3 BUILDING SITE AREA PER DWELLING UNIT Public Comments:
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE SITE DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR PROJECT 2023-2348, A 73-UNIT FOR-SALE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AT 9407 JERICHO ROAD (APN 486-670-18-00) IN THE R1 (URBAN RESIDENTIAL) ZONE Recommended Motion:
Adopt Resolution.
e.
TENTATIVE TRACT MAP AUTHORIZING A CONDOMINIUM MAP
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RESOLUTION APPROVING THE TENTATIVE TRACT MAP FOR PROJECT 2023-2348, A 73-UNIT FOR-SALE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AT 9407 JERICHO ROAD, APN 486-670-18-00 IN THE R1 (URBAN RESIDENTIAL) ZONE Recommended Motion:
Adopt Resolution.
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RATIFICATION OF THE DESIGN REVIEW BOARD'S APPROVAL
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RESOLUTION RATIFYING THE DESIGN REVIEW BOARD'S RECOMMENDATION OF APPROVAL FOR PROJECT 2023-2348, A 73-UNIT FOR-SALE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AT 9407 JERICHO ROAD (APN 486-670-18-00) IN THE R1 (URBAN RESIDENTIAL) ZONE Recommended Motion:
Adopt Resolution.
12. STAFF REPORT
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12.1 CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING STAFF TO PROCEED WITH PROPOSITION 218 NOTIFICATION AND PUBLIC HEARING FOR PROPOSED ADJUSTMENTS TO SEWER SERVICE CHARGES FOR FISCAL YEARS 2026 AND 2027 Attachments
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1. Staff Report_Proposition 218 and Schedule a Public Hearing for Sewer Rate Adjustments 2025-05-13.pdf
2. Attachment A - Resolution_Proposition 218 Notification and Public Hearing 2025-05-13.pdf
3. Attachment B - Prop218 Hearing Notice 2025-05-13.pdf Staff Reference: Mr. Throne
Recommended Motion:
Adopt Resolution authorizing staff to proceed with the notification and public hearing process required by Proposition 218 for proposed adjustments to sewer service charges for Fiscal Years 2026 and 2027.
13. COUNCIL INITIATED
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13.1 CONSIDERATION OF SENDING A LETTER TO THE GOVERNOR AND LEGISLATIVE LEADERS IN OPPOSITION TO THE PROPOSED BUDGET CUTS TO THE CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY AND UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA SYSTEMS - COUNCILMEMBER CAZARES Attachments
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1. CI.Cazares.Opposition to UC and CSU Budget Cuts 2025-05-13.pdf
13.2 CONSIDERATION OF CREATING A COUNCIL AD HOC SUBCOMMITTEE FOR AMERICA'S 250TH BIRTHDAY - COUNCILMEMBER CAZARES AND COUNCILMEMBER LOTHIAN Attachments
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1. CI.Cazares.Lothian_Ad Hoc Subcommittee for Americas 250th Birthday 2025-05-13.pdf Recommended Motion:
Establish an Ad Hoc Subcommittee, led by Councilmembers Cazares and Lothian, to plan and support activities in celebration of America’s 250th Birthday.
13.3 CONSIDERATION OF CO-SPONSORING SENATE BILL 35 (UMBERG) - ALCOHOL AND DRUG PROGRAMS, AND ASSEMBLY BILL 423 (DAVIES) - ALCOHOLISM OR DRUG ABUSE RECOVERY OR TREATMENT PROGRAMS AND FACILITIES: DISCLOSURES - COUNCILMEMBER CAZARES Attachments
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1. CI.Cazares.Co-Sponsor SB 35 and AB 423_2025-05-13.pdf
14. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS (3 MINUTE LIMIT)
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15. AB 1234 REPORTS (GC 53232.3 (d))
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16. CITY ATTORNEY REMARKS
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17. ADJOURNMENT
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