CONSENT CALENDAR City Council
September 8, 2026
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Jeff Boynton, City Manager
ORIGINATED BY: Micaela Diores, Department Secretary
SUBJECT: CITY COUNCIL REQUEST FOR CONFERENCE ATTENDANCE
BACKGROUND
Attending conferences provides an opportunity to keep updated on local government issues and regulations, encourages the exchange of ideas, and supports learning best municipal practices.
Pursuant to the City's Conference and Workshop Policy (Administrative Policy 6-05), prior to attending a conference or workshop, a Councilmember is required to submit a Conference Attendance Request form identifying the conference name, location, dates, and costs to be considered. Upon returning from the conference, Councilmembers are to provide an oral report to the City Council on the information learned from the conference and the benefits to La Mirada.
FINDINGS
Councilmember Michelle Bean submitted a Conference Attendance Request form to attend the California Contract Cities Association Executive Board's Annual Strategic Planning Session on Catalina Island from September 25 to 26. The estimated cost of lodging for one night is $447.66. This is Councilmember Bean's second request to attendance a conference this fiscal year. Councilmember Bean also attended the California Contract Cities Association's 2026 Fall Educational Seminar.
Funds have been included in the Fiscal Year 2026-27 adopted budget, and these requests are in keeping with Administrative Policy 6-05 (Conference and Workshop Attendance). All requests for reimbursement are required to comply with Administrative Policy 4-08 (Expenditure Reimbursements).
RECOMMENDED ACTION
It is recommended the City Council approve Councilmember Bean's request to attend the California Contract Cities Association Executive Board's Annual Strategic Planning Session.
AGENDA NO. 8.3
COUNCILMEMBER REQUEST FOR CONFERENCE/MEETING ATTENDANCE (Submit requests at least one week prior to the City Council meeting scheduled before the conference) Executive Board's Annual Strategic Planning Session
CONFERENCE OR MEETING NAME:
(Please Attach Copy of Conference Brochure)
California Contract Cities Association
Sponsor:
Catalina Island, California When: September 25 - 26, 2026 Where:
Councilmember Michelle Bean
REQUESTING ATTENDANCE:
EXPENSES REQUESTED: (All requested expenses shall comply with Administrative Policy 4-08)
1. • TRANSPORTATION-Mode (Ferry) $ 5. REGISTRATION
2.0 MEALS $ 6.L CAR RENTAL
3.0 CONFERENCE MEALS 7.L OTHER NECESSARY EXPENSES $
4. 0 LODGING $447.66 Estimated Cost ( Items 1-7) $ 447.66 SESSIONS, ACTIVITIES, AND SPEAKERS: Attendees will discuss Contract Cities' priorities, goals, regional policies, and shared challenges impacting local elected officials and neighboring cities.
OUTCOMES AND BENEFITS TO THE CITY: New policies and best practices, continuing education, and opportunity for networking and collaboration with other elected officials.
SUBMITTED BY: APPROVED:
Maran 8/24/26 8-31-2026
Date: Mayor Date:
8:31-2026
Date:
All conference participants will share information from the conference at the subsequent regular City Council meeting.
Revised 05/29/15