Los Alamitos City Council
December 15, 2025

City of Los Alamitos
Demographic and Economic Statistics
Last Ten Calendar Years
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Personal Per Capita
Calendar Income Personal Unemployment
Year Population (in thousands) Income Rate
2015 11,725 437,214 $ 37,289 $ 5.50%
2016 11,739 425,943 36,284 4.00%
2017 11,863 430,396 36,280 3.20%
2018 11,721 415,852 35,479 2.90%
2019 11,567 443,756 38,363 8.90%
2020 11,538 481,688 41,747 8.30%
2021 11,873 480,337 42,156 4.50%
2022 12,129 511,316 42,156 5.00%
2023 11,947 569,293 47,651 5.20%
2024 11,846 608,932 * 51,404 * 5.20%
Sources: Population: Data Commons
Unemployment Rate: Bureau of Labor Statistics
Personal Income and Per Capita Income: Census Bureau Estimated *

0.00%

1.00%

2.00%

3.00%

4.00%

5.00%

6.00%

7.00%

8.00%

9.00%

10.00%
$30,000
$35,000
$40,000
$45,000
$50,000
$55,000
2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024
Per Capita Personal Income and Unemployment
Per Capita Personal Income Unemployment

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City of Los Alamitos
Full-Time Equivalent City Government Employees by Function/Program Last Ten Fiscal Years
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2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025
Function/Program
General Government
City Council 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
Administration 8 8 8 8 6 6 7 8 10 12
Community Development
Administration 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 3 6 8
Planning 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
Neighborhood Preservation 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2
Police
Administration 4 4 4 4 4 4 5 5 5 5
Patrol 19 19 18 18 13 13 15 15 15 13
Investigation 3 3 3 3 3 2 3 4 3 3
Records 2 2 2 2 2 3 3 3 3 3
Crossing Guards 3 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
Other PD Support 2 2 2 2 2 3 3 0 3 3
Public Works
Admin/Engineering 1 1 1 1 1 1 4 3 1 1
Maintenance 10 10 9 9 7 7 6 6 10 11
Recreation & Community Services
Administration 5 5 4 4 4 2 7 3 6 6
Recreation/Cultural 15 14 11 11 11 9 11 5 6 6
Source: City of Los Alamitos, Finance Department

City of Los Alamitos
Operating Indicators by Function/Program
Last Ten Fiscal Years
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2016 2017 2018 2019 2020
Function/Program
Community Development
Number of:

Business licenses 2,169 2,068 2,153 1,806 2,046
Plan checks 96 93 108 98 74
NPDES inspections 60 60 157 85 79
Code violations 267 267 483 420 451
Police
Number of:

Part 1 crimes 252 268 209 193 189
Parking violations 3,963 2,997 4,043 4,221 1,471
Traffic (moving) violations 1,473 2,885 1,430 1,114 342 Incident & crime reports 1,167 1,254 896 752 729
Public Works
Square yd of street resurfacing/repair - - - - -
Miles of street sweeping 33 33 33 33 33
Number of:

Street signal maintained 25 25 25 25 21
Trees pruned per year 991 991 991 991 995
Square feet graffiti removal 1,205 1,205 1,205 1,205 900 Recreation & Community Services
Total in attendance:

Aquatics 163,000 - - - -
Community Services/Seniors 13,180 14,000 14,100 18,390 17,040 Day Camp 2,800 3,000 4,040 3,500 3,200
Park Program 4,262 4,140 4,040 3,000 2,400
Sports 35,500 30,000 30,500 28,234 14,970
Classes 8,900 8,900 8,800 10,300 9,960
Special Events 30,475 34,820 35,000 38,225 31,600
NA - Not Available
Source: City of Los Alamitos, Finance Department

City of Los Alamitos
Operating Indicators by Function/Program, (Continued)
Last Ten Fiscal Years
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2021 2022 2023 2024 2025
Function/Program
Community Development
Number of:

Business licenses 2,630 2,413 2,220 2,317 2,296
Plan checks 81 338 408 398 27
NPDES inspections 9 55 75 85 75
Code violations 946 1,892 1,194 1,006 1,130
Police
Number of:

Part 1 crimes 330 157 343 197 302
Parking violations 1,470 3,835 1,915 2,794 3,998
Traffic (moving) violations 636 677 1,313 784 1,626
Incident & crime reports 1,046 1,044 1,116 863 1,426
Public Works
Square yd of street resurfacing/repair - 62,445 75,750 15,000 29,854 Miles of street sweeping 33 858 3,604 3,604 3,604
Number of:

Street signal maintained 22 28 72 21 21
Trees pruned per year 1,375 1,529 1,832 272 720
Square feet graffiti removal 1,100 1,836 2,412 108 3,027 Recreation & Community Services
Total in attendance:

Aquatics - - 885 3,000 3,000
Community Services/Seniors 16,000 21,600 23,760 23,000 24,500 Day Camp 4,500 4,400 4,840 4,900 4,900
Park Program 2,250 1,800 2,000 2,000 1,800
Sports 13,000 15,500 17,248 17,200 19,000
Classes 8,000 11,000 12,100 12,000 13,500
Special Events 20,000 35,020 41,650 42,000 37,750
NA - Not Available
Source: City of Los Alamitos, Finance Department

City of Los Alamitos
Capital Asset Statistics by Function/Program
Last Ten Fiscal Years
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2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025
Function/Program
Community Develoment
Code enforcement vehicles 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 3 2
EV Vehicles (Cart) 2 2
Police
Stations 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
Patrol Vehicles 7 8 8 8 8 10 13 9 11 12
Other Vehicles 9 9 9 9 9 11 11 16 19 19
Public Works
Streets (Miles) 32.9 32.9 32.9 32.9 32.9 32.9 32.9 32.9 32.9 32.9 Street lights 911 911 911 911 911 911 911 911 911 911
Traffic signals 25 25 25 25 25 25 25 25 25 25
Public works vehicles 13 13 11 11 11 11 11 10 15 16
Recreation & Community Services
Youth centers 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
Community centers 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
Parks 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9
Community service vehicles 2 2 3 3 3 3 3 5 6 7
Source: City of Los Alamitos, Administrative Services Department

City of Los Alamitos
Top 10 Businesses for Fiscal Years 2024/25
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Ranking Firm Name
1 Ganahl Lumber
2 Amazon MFA
3 Katella Bakery & Deli
4 Ikon Office Solutions
5 7 Eleven
6 Medline Industries
7 Amazon Com Services Inc
8 Mamas Comfort Food
9 Siteone Landscape Supply
10 Chevron
Source: HdL Coren and Cone, Sales Tax Trends and Economic Drivers

City of Los Alamitos
Principal Employers
Current Year and Ten Years Ago
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FY2024-2025 FY2015-2016
EMPLOYER Employees Rank
% of Total
City
Employment Employees Rank
% of Total
City
Employment
Los Alamitos Medical Center 1 7.79% 1,100
Arrowhead Products 700 1 4.81% 661 2 4.68%
Trend Offset Printing 3 4.26% 601
Epson America 572 2 3.93%
Bar Bakers, LLC 430 3 2.95%
Alliance Space Systems 173 6 1.19% 127 8 0.90%
Katella Delicatessen-Restaurant-Bakery, Inc. 219 5 1.50% 189 4 1.34% Bearing Inspection, Inc. 109 8 0.75% 98 10 0.69%
Ganahl Lumber 7 0.91% 129
Alamitos West Health & Rehabilitation 150 7 1.03% 158 5 1.12% Millie & Severson Inc. 6 0.94% 133
Grating Pacific 9 0.70% 99
Bar Bakers L L C 403 4
Watersafe Swim School, Inc 102 9
Collaborative Neuorscience Research, LLC 91 10
Total 2,949 16.16% 3,295 23.33%
Source: HdL Companies, City Planning Department, and State of California Employment Development Department

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CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS
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REPORT ON INTERNAL CONTROL OVER FINANCIAL REPORTING AND ON

COMPLIANCE AND OTHER MATTERS BASED ON AN AUDIT OF FINANCIAL

STATEMENTS PERFORMED IN ACCORDANCE WITH

GOVERNMENT AUDITING STANDARDS
Independent Auditor’s Report
To the Honorable City Council
City of Los Alamitos, California
We have audited, in accordance with the auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America and the standards applicable to financial audits contained in Government Auditing Standards issued by the Comptroller General of the United States (Government Auditing Standards), the financial statements of the governmental activities, each major fund, and the aggregate remaining fund information of the City of Los Alamitos (the entity) as of and for the year ended June 30, 2025, and the related notes to the financial statements, which collectively comprise the entity’s basic financial statements, and have issued our report thereon dated December 9, 2025.

Report on Internal Control over Financial Reporting
In planning and performing our audit of the financial statements, we considered the entity’s internal control over financial reporting (internal control) as a basis for designing audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances for the purpose of expressing our opinions on the financial statements, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the entity’s internal control. Accordingly, we do not express an opinion on the effectiveness of the entity’s internal control.

A deficiency in internal control exists when the design or operation of a control does not allow management or employees, in the normal course of performing their assigned functions, to prevent, or detect and correct, misstatements on a timely basis. A material weakness is a deficiency, or a combination of deficiencies, in internal control such that there is a reasonable possibility that a material misstatement of the entity’s financial statements will not be prevented, or detected and corrected, on a timely basis. A significant deficiency is a deficiency, or a combination of deficiencies, in internal control that is less severe than a material weakness, yet important enough to merit attention by those charged with governance.

Our consideration of internal control was for the limited purpose described in the first paragraph of this section and was not designed to identify all deficiencies in internal control that might be material weaknesses or significant deficiencies and therefore, material weaknesses or significant deficiencies may exist that were not identified. Given these limitations, during our audit we did not identify any deficiencies in internal control that we consider to be material weaknesses. We identified certain a deficiency in internal control, described in the accompanying Schedule of Findings and Responses as item 2025-001 that we consider to be a significant deficiency.

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Report on Compliance and Other Matters
As part of obtaining reasonable assurance about whether the entity’s financial statements are free from material misstatement, we performed tests of its compliance with certain provisions of laws, regulations, contracts, and grant agreements, noncompliance with which could have a direct and material effect on the financial statements. However, providing an opinion on compliance with those provisions was not an objective of our audit, and accordingly, we do not express such an opinion. The results of our tests disclosed no instances of noncompliance or other matters that are required to be reported under Government Auditing Standards.

Entity’s Response to Findings
Government Auditing Standards requires the auditor to perform limited procedures on the entity’s response to the findings identified in our audit and described in the accompanying Schedule of Findings and Responses. The entity’s response was not subjected to the other auditing procedures applied in the audit of the financial statements and, accordingly, we express no opinion on the response.

Purpose of this Report
The purpose of this report is solely to describe the scope of our testing of internal control and compliance and the results of that testing, and not to provide an opinion on the effectiveness of the entity’s internal control or on compliance. This report is an integral part of an audit performed in accordance with Government Auditing Standards in considering the entity’s internal control and compliance. Accordingly, this communication is not suitable for any other purpose.

San Bernardino, California
December 9, 2025

City of Los Alamitos
Schedule of Findings and Responses
Year Ended June 30, 2025
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2025-001 – Excess Expenditures Beyond Appropriations
Significant Deficiency
Criteria:

State law and the City’s charter require that expenditures do not exceed appropriations approved by the governing body. Government Auditing Standards and applicable compliance requirements mandate adherence to these budgetary controls.

Condition:

During our audit of the City’s financial statements for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2025, we noted that actual expenditures of certain department expenditures in the General Fund exceeded the legally adopted budget by $2,936,245.

Cause:

The City lacked formal procedures for monthly budget monitoring and did not enforce timely variance analysis. Budget amendments were not consistently reviewed or approved by the governing body before additional expenditures were incurred.

Effect:

Failure to maintain adequate budgeting controls increases the risk of overspending, noncompliance with state law, and potential financial instability. It also undermines accountability and transparency in financial management.

Recommendation:

We recommend the City implement the following internal control improvements:
- Establish formal monthly budget-to-actual review procedures. - Require documented approval for all budget amendments prior to incurring additional expenditures.
- Provide training to finance staff on internal control and compliance requirements.

Management’s Response:

Management discussed this with the auditor and provided explanations for the variances. In most cases, the overages were due to additional contractual expenditures that were not contemplated when the budget was prepared. An additional budgeting tool has been implemented for FY25-26, whereby a quarterly review of budget-to-actual expenditures will be presented to the Council and departments to assist in tracking their respective departmental expenditures. Earlier detection of variances will be beneficial in monitoring department expenditures to avoid excess expenditures beyond appropriations and allow for more timely adjustments if additional appropriations are needed and warranted.

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CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS
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December 9, 2025
To the Honorable City Council
City of Los Alamitos, California
We have audited the financial statements of the City of Los Alamitos (the entity) as of and for the year ended June 30, 2024, and have issued our report thereon dated December 9, 2025. Professional standards require that we advise you of the following matters relating to our audit.

Our Responsibility in Relation to the Financial Statement Audit As communicated in our engagement letter dated April 9, 2025, our responsibility, as described by professional standards, is to form and express opinions about whether the financial statements that have been prepared by management with your oversight are presented fairly, in all material respects, in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. Our audit of the financial statements does not relieve you or management of your respective responsibilities.

Our responsibility, as prescribed by professional standards, is to plan and perform our audit to obtain reasonable, rather than absolute, assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement. An audit of financial statements includes consideration of the system of internal control over financial reporting as a basis for designing audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the entity’s internal control over financial reporting. Accordingly, as part of our audit, we considered the system of internal control of the entity solely for the purpose of determining our audit procedures and not to provide any assurance concerning such internal control.

We are also responsible for communicating significant matters related to the audit that are, in our professional judgment, relevant to your responsibilities in overseeing the financial reporting process.

However, we are not required to design procedures for the purpose of identifying other matters to communicate to you.

We have provided our comments regarding significant control deficiencies over financial reporting and material noncompliance, and other matters noted during our audit in a separate letter to you dated December 9, 2025.

Planned Scope and Timing of the Audit
We conducted our audit consistent with the planned scope and timing we previously communicated to you.

Compliance with All Ethics Requirements Regarding Independence The engagement team, others in our firm, as appropriate, and our firm have complied with all relevant ethical requirements regarding independence.

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We have evaluated whether certain nonattest services performed by our firm during the audit have created a significant threat to our independence in relation to the entity. We have identified a threat to our independence (preparation of the entity’s financial statements, creating a self-review threat) that if not reduced to an acceptable level, would impair our independence. In order to reduce the threat to an acceptable level, we have applied the following safeguard:

Prior to the issuance of the entity’s financial statements, another partner or manager, independent of the engagement, will review the financial statements.

Significant Risks Identified
We have identified the possibility of the following significant risks:

Management's override of internal controls over financial reporting – Management override of internal controls is the intervention by management in handling financial information and making decisions contrary to internal control policy.

Revenue recognition – Revenue recognition is a generally accepted accounting principle that refers to the conditions under which an entity can recognize a transaction as revenue. Auditing standards indicate that recognizing revenue is a presumed fraud risk and usually classified as a significant risk in most audits.

These significant risks are presumptive in most audits and merit attention by the auditors due to the direct impact over financial reporting and internal control processes. Although identified as significant risks, we noted no matters of management override of controls or deviations from generally accepted accounting principles which caused us to modify our audit procedures or any related matters which are required to be communicated to those charged with governance due to these identified risks.

Qualitative Aspects of the Entity’s Significant Accounting Practices Significant Accounting Policies
Management has the responsibility to select and use appropriate accounting policies. A summary of the significant accounting policies adopted by the entity is included in Note 1 to the financial statements. The entity adopted GASB Statement No. 101, Compensated Abcenses during 2025. No matters have come to our attention that would require us, under professional standards, to inform you about (1) the methods used to account for significant unusual transactions and (2) the effect of significant accounting policies in controversial or emerging areas for which there is a lack of authoritative guidance or consensus.

Significant Accounting Estimates and Related Disclosures Accounting estimates and related disclosures are an integral part of the financial statements prepared by management and are based on management’s current judgments. Those judgments are normally based on knowledge and experience about past and current events and assumptions about future events. Certain accounting estimates are particularly sensitive because of their significance to the financial statements and because of the possibility that future events affecting them may differ markedly from management’s current judgments.

The most sensitive accounting estimates affecting the entity’s financial statements are:

Management’s estimate of the net pension liability and related deferred inflows and outflows of resources are based on actuarial reports by independent actuaries. We evaluated the key factors and assumptions used to develop the estimate in determining that it is reasonable in relation to the basic financial statements taken as a whole and in relation to the applicable opinion units.

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Management’s estimate of the liability for other post-employment benefits (OPEB) and related deferred inflows and outflows of resources are based on actuarial reports provided by independent actuaries. We evaluated the key factors and assumptions used to develop the estimate in determining that it is reasonable in relation to the basic financial statements taken as a whole and in relation to the applicable opinion units.

Financial Statement Disclosures
Certain financial statement disclosures involve significant judgment and are particularly sensitive because of their significance to financial statement users.

The most sensitive disclosures affecting the entity’s financial statements relate to:

The disclosure of fair value of investments in the basic financial statements represents amounts susceptible to market fluctuations.

The disclosure of capital assets (and related accumulated depreciation) in the basic financial statements is based on historical information which could differ from actual useful lives of each capitalized item.

The disclosure of net pension liability and related deferred inflows and outflows of resources in the basic financial statements is based on actuarial assumptions. Actual future liabilities and actuarial deferred inflows and outflows may vary from disclosed estimates.

The disclosures of the other post-employment benefits (OPEB) liability and related deferred inflows and outflows of resources in the basic financial statements is based on actuarial assumptions.

Actual future liabilities and actuarial deferred inflows and outflows may vary from disclosed estimates.

The disclosure of leases and subscription liabilities, right-to-use assets, and asset amortization in the basic financial statements is based on certain terms and assumptions in the agreements which could differ from actual amounts.

Significant Difficulties Encountered during the Audit
We encountered no significant difficulties in dealing with management relating to the performance of the audit.

Uncorrected and Corrected Misstatements
For purposes of this communication, professional standards require us to accumulate all known and likely misstatements identified during the audit, other than those that we believe are trivial, and communicate them to the appropriate level of management. Further, professional standards require us to also communicate the effect of uncorrected misstatements related to prior periods on the relevant classes of transactions, account balances or disclosures, and the financial statements as a whole and each applicable opinion unit. There were no uncorrected misstatements noted.

In addition, professional standards require us to communicate to you all material, corrected misstatements that were brought to the attention of management as a result of our audit procedures. None of the misstatements identified by us as a result of our audit procedures and corrected by management were material, either individually or in the aggregate, to the financial statements taken as a whole or applicable opinion unit.

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Disagreements with Management
For purposes of this letter, professional standards define a disagreement with management as a matter, whether or not resolved to our satisfaction, concerning a financial accounting, reporting, or auditing matter, which could be significant to the entity’s financial statements or the auditor’s report. No such disagreements arose during the course of the audit.

Representations Requested from Management
We have requested certain written representations from management, which are included in the attached letter dated December 9, 2025.

Management’s Consultations with Other Accountants
In some cases, management may decide to consult with other accountants about auditing and accounting matters. Management informed us that, and to our knowledge, there were no consultations with other accountants regarding auditing and accounting matters.

Other Significant Matters, Findings, or Issues
In the normal course of our professional association with the entity, we generally discuss a variety of matters, including the application of accounting principles and auditing standards, significant events or transactions that occurred during the year, operating and regulatory conditions affecting the entity, and operational plans and strategies that may affect the risks of material misstatement. None of the matters discussed resulted in a condition to our retention as the entity’s auditors.

Other Information Included in Annual Reports
Pursuant to professional standards, our responsibility as auditors for other information, whether financial or nonfinancial, included in the entity’s annual reports, does not extend beyond the information identified in the audit report, and we are not required to perform any procedures to corroborate such other information.

However, in accordance with such standards, we have:

Read the transmittal letter and statistical section and considered whether a material inconsistency existed between the other the information and the basic financial statements, or the other information otherwise appears to be materially misstated. Our opinions on the basic financial statements do not cover the other information, and we do not express an opinion or any form of assurance thereon.

Our responsibility also includes communicating to you any information which we believe is a material misstatement of fact. Nothing came to our attention that caused us to believe that such information, or its manner of presentation, is materially inconsistent with the information, or manner of its presentation, appearing in the financial statements.

This report is intended solely for the information and use of the City Council and management of the entity and is not intended to be and should not be used by anyone other than these specified parties.

Very truly yours,

December 9, 2025
Rogers, Anderson, Malody & Scott, LLP
This representation letter is provided in connection with your audit of the financial statements of the governmental activities, each major fund, and the aggregate remaining fund information of City of Los Alamitos (the entity) as of June 30, 2025, and for the year then ended, and the related notes to the financial statements, for the purpose of expressing opinions on whether the basic financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position, results of operations, and cash flows, where applicable, of the various opinion units of the entity in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted for governments in the United States of America (U.S. GAAP).

Certain representations in this letter are described as being limited to matters that are material. Items are considered material, regardless of size, if they involve an omission or misstatement of accounting information such that, in the light of surrounding circumstances, there is a substantial likelihood that, individually or in the aggregate, they would influence the judgment made by a reasonable user based on the financial statements.

We confirm that, to the best of our knowledge and belief, having made such inquiries as we considered necessary for the purpose of appropriately informing ourselves as of December 9, 2025:

Financial Statements
x We have fulfilled our responsibilities, as set out in the terms of the audit engagement letter dated April 9, 2025, for the preparation and fair presentation of the financial statements of the various opinion units referred to above in accordance with U.S. GAAP. x The financial statements refer to above have been fairly presented in accordance with U.S. GAAP and include all properly classified funds, required supplementary information, and noted to the basic financial statements.
x We acknowledge our responsibility for the design, implementation, and maintenance of the system of internal control relevant to the preparation and fair presentation of financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error. x We acknowledge our responsibility for the design, implementation, and maintenance of internal control to prevent and detect fraud.
x The methods, data and significant assumptions used by us in making accounting estimates and their related disclosures, are appropriate to achieve recognition, measurement, or disclosure that is reasonable in the context of U.S. GAAP.
x All related party relationships and transactions have been appropriately accounted for and disclosed in accordance with the requirements of U.S. GAAP. x All events subsequent to the date of the financial statements and for which U.S. GAAP requires adjustment or disclosure have been adjusted or disclosed. x We acknowledge our responsibility for compliance with the laws, regulations, and provisions of contracts and grant agreements.

x The effects of all known actual or possible litigation and claims have been accounted for and disclosed in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
x All component units, as well as joint ventures with an equity interest, if any, are included and other joint ventures and related organizations are properly disclosed. x All funds and activities are properly classified.
x All funds that meet the quantitative criteria in GASB Statement No. 34, Basic Financial Statements—and Management's Discussion and Analysis—for State and Local Governments, GASB Statement No. 37, Basic Financial Statements—and Management's Discussion and Analysis—for State and Local Governments: Omnibus as amended, and GASB Statement No. 65, Items Previously Reported as Assets and Liabilities, for presentation as major are identified and presented as such and all other funds that are presented as major are considered important to financial statement users.
x All components of net position, nonspendable fund balance, and restricted, committed, assigned, and unassigned fund balance are properly classified and, if applicable, approved. x Our policy regarding whether to first apply restricted or unrestricted resources when an expense is incurred for purposes for which both restricted and unrestricted net position/fund balance are available is appropriately disclosed and net position/fund balance is properly recognized under the policy.
x All revenues within the statement of activities have been properly classified as program revenues, general revenues, contributions to term or permanent endowments, or contributions to permanent fund principal.
x All expenses have been properly classified in or allocated to functions and programs in the statement of activities, and allocations, if any, have been made on a reasonable basis. x All interfund and intra-entity transactions and balances have been properly classified and reported. x Special items and extraordinary items have been properly classified and reported. x Deposit and investment risks have been properly and fully disclosed. x Capital assets, including infrastructure assets, are properly capitalized, reported, and if applicable, depreciated.
x Nonexchange and exchange financial guarantees, either written or oral, under which it is more likely than not that a liability exists have been properly recorded, or if we are obligated in any manner, are disclosed
x We have reviewed, approved, and taken responsibility for the financial statements and related notes.
x We have reviewed and approved the various adjusting journal entries that were proposed by you for recording in our books and records and reflected in the financial statements. x We have evaluated all of our lease and subscription agreements and have given you our assessment as to whether each agreement is subject to GASB Statement No. 87, Leases and GASB Statement No. 96, Subscription Based Information Technology Arrangements. x With regard to investments and other instruments reported at fair value:
x The underlying assumptions are reasonable and they appropriately reflect management’s intent and ability to carry out its stated courses of action.
x The measurement methods and related assumptions used in determining fair value are appropriate in the circumstances and have been consistently applied. x The disclosures related to fair values are complete, adequate, and in accordance with U.S. GAAP. x There are no subsequent events that require adjustments to the fair value measurements and disclosures included in the financial statements.
x With regard to pensions and OPEB:
 We believe that the actuarial assumptions and methods used to measure pension and OPEB liabilities and costs for financial accounting purposes are appropriate in the circumstances.

x Increases in benefits, elimination of benefits and all similar amendments have been disclosed in accordance with U.S. GAAP and are included in the most recent actuarial valuation, or disclosed as a subsequent event.
x We have conducted a comprehensive risk assessment and disclosed all material concentrations and constraints in accordance with GASB Statement No. 102, Certain Risk Disclosures. These disclosures provide sufficient detail to enable users of financial statements to understand the nature of the circumstances disclosed and the government’s vulnerability to the risk of a substantial impact associated with the concentration or constraint, if applicable. x We have evaluated the concentrations and constraints, including those that occur subsequent to the statement of net position date but before the financial statements are issued and have been properly disclosed in the financial statements as subsequent events. x With respect to preparation of the financial statements, we have performed the following:
 Made all management decisions and performed all management functions;  Assigned a competent individual to oversee the services;  Evaluated the adequacy of the services performed;
 Evaluated and accepted responsibility for the result of the service performed; and  Established and maintained internal controls, a process to monitor the system of internal controls.

Information Provided
x We have provided you with:
 Access to all information, of which we are aware that is relevant to the preparation and fair presentation of the financial statements of the various opinion units referred to above, such as records, documentation, meeting minutes, and other matters;  Additional information that you have requested from us for the purpose of the audit; and  Unrestricted access to persons within the entity from whom you determined it necessary to obtain audit evidence.
 A written acknowledgement of all the documents that we expect to issue that will be included in the annual report and the planned timing and method of issuance of that annual report;  A final version of the annual report (including all the documents that, together, comprise the annual report) in a timely manner prior to the date of the auditor’s report. x The financial statements and any other information included in the annual report are consistent with one another, and the other information does not contain any material misstatements. x All information provided in electronic form are true representations of the original documents. x All transactions have been recorded in the accounting records and are reflected in the financial statements.
x We have disclosed to you the results of our assessment of the risk that the financial statements may be materially misstated as a result of fraud.
x We have provided to you our analysis of the entity’s ability to continue as a going concern, including significant conditions and events present, and we believe that our use of the going concern basis of accounting is appropriate.
x We have no knowledge of any fraud or suspected fraud that affects the entity and involves:
 Management;
 Employees who have significant roles in internal control; or  Others where the fraud could have a material effect on the financial statements. x We have no knowledge of any instances, that have occurred or are likely to have occurred, of fraud and noncompliance with provisions of laws and regulations that have a material effect on the financial statements or other financial data significant to the audit objectives, and any other

instances that warrant the attention of those charged with governance, whether communicated by employees, former employees, vendors (contractors), analysts, regulators, or others. x We have no knowledge of any instances that have occurred or are likely to have occurred, of noncompliance with provisions of contracts and grant agreements that has a material effect on the determination of financial statement amounts or other financial data significant to the audit objectives.
x We have a process to track the status of audit findings and recommendations. x We have identified for you all previous audits, attestation engagements, and other studies related to the audit objectives and whether related recommendations have been implemented. x We have provided views on your reported audit findings, conclusions, and recommendations, as well as our planned corrective actions, for the report. x We have disclosed to you all known actual or possible litigation, claims, and assessments whose effects should be considered when preparing the financial statements x There have been no communications from regulatory agencies concerning noncompliance with or deficiencies in accounting, internal control, or financial reporting practices. x The entity has no plans or intentions that may materially affect the carrying value or classification of assets and liabilities.
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CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS
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Independent Accountant’s Report
To the Honorable City Council
City of Los Alamitos
We have performed the procedures enumerated below to the accompanying Appropriations Limit Worksheet of the City of Los Alamitos, California (the City) for the year ended June 30, 2025. The management of the City is responsible for the accompanying Appropriations Limit Worksheet.

The City has agreed to and acknowledged that the procedures performed are appropriate to meet the intended purpose of meeting the requirements of Section 1.5 of Article XIII-B of the California Constitution. These procedures, which were suggested by the League of California Cities and presented in the publication entitled Agreed-upon Procedures Applied to the Appropriations Limitation Prescribed by Article XIII-B of the California Constitution, were performed solely to assist you in meeting the requirements. This report may not be suitable for any other purpose. The procedures performed may not address all the items of interest to a user of this report and may not meet the needs of all users of this report and, as such, users are responsible for determining whether the procedures performed are appropriate for their purposes.

The procedures and the associated findings are as follows:

1. We obtained the completed worksheets and compared the limit and annual adjustment factors included in those worksheets to the limit and annual adjustment factors that were adopted by resolution of the City Council. We also compared the population and inflation options included in the aforementioned documents to those that were selected by a recorded vote of the City Council.

Finding: Accountant noted that the change in population factor was incorrectly added to the calculation. The City used a change in population - County of 1.9%, instead of -0.19%, due to an incorrect input into the calculation worksheet. This created a variance of $452,477 in the current year, and cumulative error of $970,071 from input errors in the 2024 calculation.

The City’s approved appropriation limit was $25,957,898, instead of $26,927,969.

2. For the accompanying Appropriations Limit Worksheet, we added last year’s limit to total adjustments and agreed the resulting amount to this year’s limit.

Finding: Accountant noted that the change in population factor was incorrectly added to the calculation. The City used a change in population - County of 1.9%, instead of -0.19%, due to an incorrect input into the calculation worksheet. This created a variance of $452,477 in the current year, and cumulative error of $970,071 from input errors in the 2024 calculation.

The City’s approved appropriation limit was $25,957,898, instead of $26,927,969.

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3. We agreed the current year information presented in the accompanying Appropriations Limit Worksheet to the other documents referenced in number one above.

Finding: Accountant noted that the change in population factor was incorrectly added to the calculation. The City used a change in population - County of 1.9%, instead of -0.19%, due to an incorrect input into the calculation worksheet. This created a variance of $452,477 in the current year, and cumulative error of $970,071 from input errors in the 2024 calculation.

The City’s approved appropriation limit was $25,957,898, instead of $26,927,969.

4. We agreed the prior year appropriations limit presented in the accompanying Appropriations Limit Worksheet to the prior year appropriations limit adopted by the City Council during the prior year.

Finding: No exceptions were noted as a result of our procedures.

We were engaged by the City to perform this agreed-upon procedures engagement and conducted our engagement in accordance with attestation standards established by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. We were not engaged to and did not conduct an examination or review, the objective of which would be the expression of an opinion or conclusion, respectively, on accompanying Appropriations Limit Worksheet for the year ended June 30, 2025. Accordingly, we do not express such an opinion or conclusion. Had we performed additional procedures, other matters might have come to our attention that would have been reported to you.

We are required to be independent of the City and to meet our other ethical responsibilities, in accordance with the relevant ethical requirements related to our agreed-upon procedures engagement.

This report is intended solely for the information and use of the City Council and management of the City of Los Alamitos, California, and is not intended to be and should not be used by anyone other than these specified parties. However, this report is a matter of public record, and its distribution is not limited.

San Bernardino, California
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City of Los Alamitos

APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT WORKSHEET

FISCAL YEAR
2024-2025
Change in California Per Capita Personal Income 3.62%
Change in the Population for the
County of Orange -0.19%
Change in California Per Capita Personal Income
Converted to a Ratio 1.036200
Change in County of Orange Population
Converted to a Ratio 0.998100
Calculation of Growth Factor (1.036200 x 0.998100) 1.034231 Fiscal Year 2023 - 2024 Limit, restated 26,036,701 $
Fiscal Year 2024 - 2025 Limit
($26,036,701 x 1.034231) 26,927,969 $
Appropriations limit per City resolution 25,957,898 $

City of Los Alamitos

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
MEETING DATE: December 15, 2025 ITEM NUMBER: 10B
To: Mayor Shelley Hasselbrink & Members of the City Council Presented By: Ron Noda, Assistant City Manager/Development Services Director Michael Daudt, City Attorney
Subject: Ordinance No. 2025-13 - State Mandated Update to Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Regulations (ZOA 25-04)

SUMMARY
Consideration of a Planning Commission resolution recommending that the City Council adopt Ordinance No. 2025-13 to amend and restate Section 17.28.020 of the Los Alamitos Municipal Code concerning the regulation of Accessory Dwelling Units (ZOA 25-04). The City Council introduced Ordinance No. 2025-13, at its Regular Meeting on November 17, 2025.

RECOMMENDATION
Adopt Ordinance No. 2025-13, entitled, “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LOS ALAMITOS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND RESTATING SECTION 17.28.020

OF THE LOS ALAMITOS MUNICIPAL CODE CONCERNING THE REGULATION OF ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS (ZOA 25-04)."

BACKGROUND
An accessory dwelling unit (“ADU”) is an attached or a detached residential dwelling unit that provides complete independent living facilities for one or more persons and is located on a lot with a proposed or existing primary residence. An ADU includes permanent provisions for living, sleeping, eating, cooking, and sanitation on the same parcel as a single-family dwelling or multifamily dwelling. A junior accessory dwelling unit ("JADU") is a small residential dwelling unit contained entirely within a single-family residence. A JADU may include separate sanitation facilities, or may share sanitation facilities with the existing single-family residence.

Section 17.28.020 of the Los Alamitos Municipal Code (“LAMC”) includes provisions regulating the development of ADUs and JADUs in the City. Section 17.28.020 was last updated in 2023 to be consistent with then-current State legislation regulating ADUs. Since that time the California Department of Housing and Community Development (“HCD”) has issued updated guidance regarding the implementation of the State ADU Law (California Government Code § 66310), and the California State Legislature has enacted further revisions to State ADU Law including Senate Bill 477 and Senate Bill 1211 (effective January 1, 2025). Furthermore, on August 12, 2025, City Staff received an inquiry from the HCD inquiring about the City’s plan to update its ADU ordinance.

To address guidance from the HCD and the most recent revisions to State ADU Law, Staff prepared the proposed Ordinance (ZOA 25-04) included as Exhibit A. On November 17, 2025,

the City Council conducted a first reading of the proposed Ordinance. Tonight, this item, through the attached draft ordinance, is recommended for City Council adoption.

DISCUSSION
The proposed 2025 update to the City’s ADU/JADU regulations makes minor changes to LAMC Section 17.28.020 (Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units). To comply with SB 477, Statutory Numbering was changed from references to Government Code sections 65852.2, 65852.22(h)(1), 65852.26, and 65852.2(e)(1) to section 66313, 66313(d), 66341, and 66323. Table 1 provides a summary of the 2025 regulations and illustrates the other proposed changes in redline format.

An important component of the existing and proposed regulations is the differentiation between four types of ADUs, defined as follows.
• Attached ADU: an ADU that consists of new living space that is physically attached to a primary dwelling structure.
• Detached ADU: an ADU that consists of new living space that is physically separated from, but located on the same lot as, a primary dwelling structure. • Converted ADU: an ADU that consists of a re-purposed living space within an existing primary dwelling or accessory structure, including conversion of bedrooms, attached or detached garages, storage areas, or similar uses.
• Junior ADU: a unit that is no more than 500 square feet in size and contained entirely within a single-family residence or its attached garage; it may include separate sanitation facilities or may share sanitation facilities with the existing structure (as defined by Government Code section 66313(d)).

Government Code Section 66323 creates four categories of ADUs and JADUs that must be approved ministerially and are not subject to most other design and development standards such as lot coverage, setbacks, and parking. ADUs in this category are referred to as State exempt ADUs or “66323 Units”. While the City's ADU regulations have always included broad language to address State exempt units, the proposed Ordinance includes more specificity with respect to State exempt ADUs in Sections 17.28.020(B) and (H)(6).

Table 1: Comparison of Existing and Proposed ADU Regulations Existing (Adopted 2023) Proposed
Government
Code
References
65852.2, 65852.22(h)(1),
65852.26, and 65852.2(e)(1)
66313, 66313(d), 66341, and 66323
Definitions N/A “State exempt ADUs” means the four categories of ADUs or JADUs that are created pursuant to
Government Code § 66323 including:
(1) one converted ADU and one JADU per singlefamily lot as described in Government Code § 66323(a)(l); (2) one detached ADU per singlefamily lot as described in Government Code § 66323(a)(2); (3) one or more converted ADUs on
multifamily lots as described in Government Code

§ 66323(a)(3); and (4) one or more detached
ADUs on multifamily lots as described in
Government Code § 66323(a)(4).

State exempt ADUs shall be approved
ministerially and are not subject to certain
development standards as required by state law
and as specified in Subsection (H)(6) below.

ADU
Requirements
An ADU shall be either:
(a) Attached to, or located within, the
proposed or existing primary dwelling,
including attached garages, storage
areas or similar uses, or an accessory
structure; or
(b) Detached from the proposed or
existing primary dwelling and located
on the same lot as the proposed or
existing primary dwelling.

An ADU shall be either:
(a) Attached to, or located within, the proposed or
existing primary dwelling, including attached
garages, storage areas or similar uses, or an
accessory structure; or
(b) Detached from the proposed or existing
primary dwelling and located on the same lot as
the proposed or existing primary dwelling,
including detached garages.

Number of
Units Per Lot
Number of Units Per Lot.
(a) For lots with a proposed or existing
single-family dwelling, no more than
one attached, converted or detached
ADU and one JADU shall be permitted
on the lot. In cases where both a
detached ADU and JADU are
developed or proposed on a lot, the
total floor area of the detached ADU
must be 800 square feet or less.
(b) For lots with an existing multifamily
dwelling:
ii. At least one attached ADU, and up
to 25 percent of the number of the
existing units may be constructed
within portions of the existing
multifamily dwelling structure that are
not used as livable space (e.g.,
storage rooms, boiler rooms,
passageways, attics, basements, or
garages) provided all applicable
building code standards are met.
ii. Not more than two detached ADUs
shall be permitted on the lot
Number of Units Per Lot.
(a) For lots with a proposed or existing singlefamily dwelling:
i. no more than oOne attached, or converted or
detached ADU, and one JADU shall be permitted
on the lot; and. In cases where both a detached
ADU and JADU are developed or proposed on a
lot, the total floor area of the detached ADU must
be 800 square feet or less.
ii. One detached, new construction ADU, that does
not exceed four-foot side and rear setbacks.
(b) For lots with an existing multifamily dwelling:
i. At least one attached ADU, and up to 25 percent
of the number of the existing units may be
constructed within portions of the existing
multifamily dwelling structure that are not used as
livable space (e.g., storage rooms, boiler rooms,
passageways, attics, basements, or garages)
provided all applicable building code standards are
met.; and
ii. Not more than two eight detached ADUs shall be
permitted on the lot provided the number of
detached ADUs shall not exceed the number of
existing units on the lot.
(c) For lots with a proposed multifamily dwelling:
i. Not more than two detached ADUs shall be
permitted.

Unit Size and
Height
i. Attached ADUs. The total floor
area of an attached ADU shall not
exceed (i) 850 square feet for a studio
or one-bedroom unit and 1,000 square
feet for a unit with two or more
bedrooms, or (ii) fifty (50) percent of
the floor area of the primary dwelling,
whichever is less. However, in no
case shall this limitation be imposed to
require an ADU with a total floor area
of less than 800 square feet.
i. Attached ADUs. The total floor area of an
attached ADU shall not exceed (i) 850 square feet
for a studio or one-bedroom unit and 1,000 square
feet for a unit with two or more bedrooms, or (ii)
fifty (50) percent of the existing floor area of the
primary dwelling, whichever is less. However, in
no case shall this limitation be imposed to require
an ADU with a total floor area of less than 800
square feet.

Off-street
Parking
(b) When a garage, carport, or
covered parking structure is
demolished in conjunction with the
construction of an ADU or converted to
an ADU, those off-street parking
spaces are not required to be
replaced.
(c) Off-street parking is not required in
the following instances:
i. The ADU is located within one-half
mile walking distance of public transit,
including transit stations and bus
stations;
ii. The ADU is located within an
architecturally and historically
significant historic district;
iii. The ADU is part of the proposed or
existing primary residence or
accessory structure (i.e., a converted
ADU);
iv When on-street parking permits are
required but not offered to the
occupant of the ADU; and/or
v. When there is a car share vehicle
station located within one block of the
ADU.
(b) When a garage, carport, or covered parking
structure, or uncovered parking space is
demolished in conjunction with the construction of
an ADU or converted to an ADU, those off-street
parking spaces are not required to be replaced.
(c) Off-street parking is not required in the following instances:
i. The ADU is located within one-half mile walking
distance of public transit, including transit stations
and bus stations;
ii. The ADU is located within an architecturally and
historically significant historic district;
iii. The ADU is part of the proposed or existing
primary residence or accessory structure (i.e., a
converted ADU);
iv. When on-street parking permits are required but
not offered to the occupant of the ADU; and/or
v. When there is a car share vehicle station located
within one block of the ADU.and/or
vi. When a permit application for an ADU is
submitted with a permit application to create a new
single-family dwelling or a new multi-family
dwelling on the same lot, provided that the ADU or
the parcel satisfies any other criteria listed in this
Section.

JADU Parking
Requirements

6. Parking. No additional off-street
parking is required for a JADU
beyond that required at the time the
existing primary dwelling was
constructed. However, when an
existing attached garage is converted
to a JADU, any required off-street
parking spaces for the primary
dwelling that are eliminated as a
result of the conversion shall be
replaced. These replacement
parking spaces may be located in
any configuration on the same lot,
including, but not limited to, as
covered spaces, uncovered spaces,

6. Parking. No additional off-street parking is
required for a JADU beyond that required at the
time the existing primary dwelling was constructed.

However, when an existing attached garage is
converted to a JADU, any required off-street
parking spaces for the primary dwelling that are
eliminated as a result of the conversion shall be
replaced. These replacement parking spaces may
be located in any configuration on the same lot,
including, but not limited to, as covered spaces,
uncovered spaces, or tandem spaces.

or tandem spaces.

JADU Deed
Restriction

9. Deed Restriction. Prior to the
issuance of a building permit for a
JADU, the owner shall record a deed
restriction against the title of the
property in the County Recorder's
office with a copy filed with the
Director. The deed restriction shall
run with the land and shall bind all
future owners, heirs, successors, or
assigns. The form of the deed
restriction shall be provided by the City
and shall provide that:
(a) The property shall include no more
than one JADU.
(b) The JADU may not be sold,
mortgaged, transferred separately
from the primary residence; this deed
restriction may be enforced against
future purchasers.
(c) The owner of the property shall
occupy either the primary residence or
the JADU as his or her domicile. In
the event owner occupancy of the
property ceases, the JADU shall not
be used as a separate dwelling unit,
and shall not be separately rented or
leased for any purpose.
(d) The JADU may be rented, but may
not be rented on a short-term basis of
less than 30 consecutive days.
(e) A restriction on the size and
attributes of the junior accessory
dwelling unit that conforms with this
Section.

The deed restriction may not be
modified or terminated without the
prior written consent of the Director.

9. Deed Restriction. Prior to the issuance of a
building permit for a JADU, the owner shall record
a deed restriction against the title of the property
in the County Recorder's office with a copy filed
with the Director. The deed restriction shall run
with the land and shall bind all future owners,
heirs, successors, or assigns. The form of the
deed restriction shall be provided by the City and
shall provide that:
(a) The property shall include no more than one
JADU.
(b) The JADU may not be sold, mortgaged,
transferred separately from the primary
residence; this deed restriction may be enforced
against future purchasers.
(c) The owner of the property shall occupy either
the primary residence or the JADU as his or her
domicile. In the event owner occupancy of the
property ceases, the JADU shall not be used as a
separate dwelling unit, and shall not be
separately rented or leased for any purpose.
(d) The JADU may be rented, but may not be
rented on a short-term basis of less than 30
consecutive days.
(e) (d) A restriction on the size and attributes of
the junior accessory dwelling unit that conforms
with this Section.

The deed restriction may not be modified or
terminated without the prior written consent of the
Director.

Other
Requirements

2. No Short-Term Rental Permitted.

An ADU or JADU that is rented shall
be rented for a term that is longer than
thirty (30) days. Short-term rental (i.e.,
30 days or less) of an ADU or a JADU
is prohibited.

2. No Short-Term Rental Permitted. An ADU or
JADU that is rented shall be rented for a term that
is longer than thirty (30) days. Short-term rental
(i.e., 30 days or less) of an ADU or a JADU is
prohibited.

Permit
Application
and Review
Procedures

6. Conformity with State Law. The
City shall not apply any requirement or
development standard provided for in
this Section to an ADU or a JADU to
the extent prohibited by any provision

6. State Exempt ADUs and Conformity with State
Law. The City shall not apply any requirement or
development standard provided for in this Section
to an ADU or a JADU to the extent prohibited by
any provision of State law, including, but not limited

of State law, including, but not limited
to, subdivision (e)(1) of Government
Code section 65852.2.
to, subdivision (e)(1) of Government Code section
6632365852.2. State exempt ADUs shall be
approved ministerially and are not subject to the
standards set forth in Government Code §§ 66314-
66322. For example, and without limitation, state
exempt ADUs do not have to comply with
Subsection (E)(4)(a)(ii) size limits for new
construction multifamily detached ADUs,
Subsection (E)(6)(a) front setback requirements,
Subsection (E)(6)(b) side and rear setback
requirements for single-family converted ADUs and
JADUs, or Subsection (E)(7) off-street parking
requirements.

The proposed Ordinance mirrors the 2024 State ADU Law, in many cases using the exact language found in the Government Code. To briefly summarize the changes that are required, the Ordinance:
• Updates Government Code references;
• Permits and entitles a homeowner who meets specific requirements to create one attached or converted ADU and one JADU, and one detached ADU on a single family lot; • Allows for the development of up to eight detached ADUs on lots with an existing multifamily dwelling;
• Permits no more than two detached ADUs to be developed on lots with a proposed multifamily dwelling;
• Ensures that at least an 800 square foot ADU can be constructed that complies with fourfoot side and rear setbacks; • Clarifies no-parking requirements for ADUs with new single-family and new multifamily dwellings on the same lot;
• Clarifies that replacement of off-street parking is not required when an uncovered parking space is demolished in connection with the construction of an ADU; • Removes the restriction for short-term rentals of JADUs; and, • Clarifies that there is no requirement for off-street parking when attached garages are converted to a JADU.

At its September 25, 2025 meeting, the Planning Commission conducted a public hearing to consider the proposed Ordinance and adopted a Resolution recommending City Council adoption. The Planning Commission resolution is included as Exhibit B. This is the second reading for the proposed Ordinance and the adopted Resolution. The first reading was held at the November 17, 2025 City Council meeting.

FISCAL IMPACT
None.

Attachment: 1. Ordinance No. 2025-13 - Accessory Dwelling Unit

2. Planning Commission Resolution No. 25-05 - 2025 ADU Ordinance Update

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Exhibit A
ORDINANCE NO. 2025-13

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY

OF LOS ALAMITOS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND
RESTATING SECTION 17.28.020 OF THE LOS

ALAMITOS MUNICIPAL CODE CONCERNING THE

REGULATION OF ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS (ZOA
25-04)
WHEREAS, an accessory dwelling unit or “ADU” is an attached or a detached residential dwelling unit that provides complete independent living facilities for one or more persons and is located on a lot with a proposed or existing primary residence. An accessory dwelling unit includes permanent provisions for living, sleeping, eating, cooking, and sanitation on the same parcel as a single-family dwelling or multifamily dwelling; and,
WHEREAS, a “junior accessory dwelling unit” or “JADU” is a small residential dwelling unit contained entirely within a single-family residence. A Junior accessory dwelling unit may include separate sanitation facilities, or may share sanitation facilities with the existing single-family residence; and,
WHEREAS, in 2016, the State Legislature adopted two bills pertaining to accessory dwelling units, Assembly Bill 2299 and Senate Bill 1069, which modified Government Code Section 65852.2; the State Legislature further modified Government Code Section 65852.2 with the adoption of Assembly Bill 494 and Senate Bill 229 in 2017, and again in 2020 with the adoption of Senate Bill 13, Assembly Bill 68, Assembly Bill 881 and Assembly Bill 3182 (Collectively, the “State ADU Law”); and, WHEREAS, on June 15, 2020, the City Council of the City of Los Alamitos adopted Ordinance No. 2020-04 amending and restating Sections 17.08.020 and 17.28.020 of the Los Alamitos Municipal Code to update and clarify the City’s regulations related to ADUs in accordance with the State ADU Law; and,
WHEREAS, in July 2022, the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) issued an updated Accessory Dwelling Unit Handbook, providing guidance on implementation of the State ADU Law; and,
WHEREAS, during its 2021-2022 Regular Session, the State Legislature approved two bills modifying the State ADU Law, Senate Bill 897 and Assembly Bill 221 (Collectively, the “2022 Revisions to the State ADU Law”); and, WHEREAS, the 2022 Revisions to the State ADU Law necessitated the amendment and restatement of Section 17.28.020 (Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior

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Accessory Dwelling Units) of Title 17 (Zoning Regulations) of the Los Alamitos Municipal Code; and,
WHEREAS, on March 20, 2023, the City Council of the City of Los Alamitos adopted ZOA 23-01, to amend the Los Alamitos Municipal Code to update and clarify regulations related to the construction of ADUs and JADUs in accordance with the 2022 Revisions to the State ADU Law, which were intended to further streamline local regulations for the construction of new ADUs and JADUs; and, WHEREAS, on March 25, 2024, the Chaptering of Senate Bill (SB) 477 (Chapter 7, Statutes of 2024) reorganized and renumbered sections of the Government Code relevant to State ADU and JADU requiring revisions to the code sections referenced in Ordinance CA 23-001; and,
WHEREAS, on September 19, 2024, the Chaptering of Senate Bill (SB) 1211 (Chapter 296, Statutes of 2024), revised sections of the Government Code relevant to State ADU and JADU law relating to the number of detached ADUs permitted on multifamily lots, the replacement of uncovered off-street parking spaces, and the imposition of design/development standards on ADUs; and,
WHEREAS, the City of Los Alamitos initiated ZOA 25-04 to amend the Los Alamitos Municipal Code to update and clarify regulations relating to ADU’s and JADU’s in compliance with State law; and,
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission opened a duly noticed Public Hearing concerning this proposed code amendment on September 24, 2025, and recommended City Council approval of this Ordinance; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council opened a duly noticed Public Hearing concerning the proposed code amendment on November 17, 2025; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council considered all applicable Staff reports and all public testimony and evidence presented at the Public Hearing.

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LOS ALAMITOS, CALIFORNIA, DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The foregoing recitals are true and correct and are incorporated herein by reference.

SECTION 2. Pursuant to Section 17.58.060 of the Los Alamitos Municipal Code, the following findings are made in support of this code amendment:
a) This Ordinance ensures and maintains internal consistency with the actions, goals, objectives, and policies of the General Plan, and would not create any inconsistencies with the Zoning Code.

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ZOA 25-04 is consistent with the goals, policies, programs and land uses of applicable elements of the General Plan because the proposed Ordinance clarifies and updates the regulations for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units (JADUs) in accordance with the requirements of Government Code Section 66310 et seq., which the Legislature adopted with the intent to streamline local regulations for the construction of new Accessory Dwelling Units. The State has long held that Accessory Dwelling Units are an important source of affordable housing in California. The City’s adopted General Plan Housing Element contains policies which support development of Accessory Dwelling Units, and the City’s Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) is supported by the addition of Accessory Dwelling Units to the City’s housing stock. b) This Ordinance will not be detrimental to the public convenience, health, interest, safety, or welfare of the City.

ZOA 25-04 will promote public convenience, health, interest, safety and general welfare and serve the goals and purposes of Title 17 by clarifying and streamlining the regulations applicable to development of new Accessory Dwelling Units. The proposed Accessory Dwelling Unit regulations require compliance with all applicable building and safety codes to ensure all life safety requirements are met.
c) This Ordinance has been reviewed in compliance with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the City’s environmental review procedures.

The City Council of the City of Los Alamitos determines that this Ordinance is exempt from CEQA per Public Resources Code Section 21080.17 and CEQA Guidelines Section 152(h), which state the adoption of an ordinance regarding second dwelling units (accessory dwelling units) to implement the provisions of Government Code Section 65852.2 are exempt from CEQA; this Ordinance is further exempt from CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Sections 15060(c)(2) (the activity will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment) and 15060(c)(3) (the activity is not a project as defined in Section 15378) because it has no potential for resulting in a physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly.

SECTION 3. Section 17.28.020 of Article 4 (Regulations for Specific Land Uses and Activities) of Title 17 (Zoning) of the Los Alamitos Municipal Code is hereby amended and restated in its entirety to read as follows:

17.28.020 Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units

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A. Purpose. The purpose of this Section is to provide for and regulate the creation of accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and junior accessory dwelling units (JADUs) in a manner consistent with California Government Code sections 65852.2 and 65852.22.

B. Definitions. The following terms used in this Section shall have the meanings indicated below:
“Accessory dwelling unit”, “accessory structure”, “efficiency unit”, “living area”, “nonconforming zoning condition”, “passageway”, “proposed dwelling”, “public transit”, and “tandem parking” all have the same meaning as that stated in Government Code section 65852.2 as that section may be amended time to time. The terms “accessory dwelling unit” and “ADU” shall have the same meaning.
“Attached ADU” means an ADU, other than a converted ADU, that is physically attached to a primary dwelling.
“Converted ADU” means an ADU that is constructed within all or a portion of the permitted existing interior space of an accessory structure or within a portion of the permitted existing interior space of a dwelling structure, including bedrooms, attached garages, storage areas, or similar uses. A converted ADU also includes an ADU that is constructed in the same location and to the same dimensions as a permitted existing structure or portion of a permitted existing structure. “Detached ADU” means an ADU, other than a converted ADU, that is physically separated from, but located on the same lot as, a primary dwelling. “Director” means the Development Services Director or their designee. “Junior accessory dwelling unit” has the same meaning as that stated in Government Code section 65852.22(h)(1) as that section may be amended time to time. The terms “junior accessory dwelling unit” and “JADU” shall have the same meaning. “State exempt ADUs” means the four categories of ADUs or JADUs that are created pursuant to Government Code § 66323 including:
(1) one converted ADU and one JADU per single-family lot as described in Government Code § 66323(a)(l); (2) one detached ADU per single-family lot as described in Government Code § 66323(a)(2); (3) one or more converted ADUs on multifamily lots as described in Government Code § 66323(a)(3); and (4) one or more detached ADUs on multifamily lots as described in Government Code § 66323(a)(4).

State exempt ADUs shall be approved ministerially and are not subject to certain development standards as required by state law and as specified in Subsection (H)(6) below.

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C. Conforming ADUs. An ADU that conforms to this Section shall:

1. Be deemed an accessory use or an accessory building and shall not be considered to exceed the allowable density for the lot upon which it is located;

2. Be deemed a residential use that is consistent with the existing General Plan and zoning designation for the lot upon which it is located; and

3. Not be considered in the application of any local ordinance, policy, or program to limit residential growth.

D. Locations Permitted.

1. Permitted ADU Locations. ADUs conforming to the provisions of this Section may be located on any lot in the City zoned to allow single-family or multifamily residential uses and that includes a proposed or existing legally developed singlefamily or multifamily dwelling.

2. Permitted JADU Locations. JADUs conforming to the provisions of this Section may be located within a proposed or existing legally developed single-family dwelling on any lot in the City that is zoned to allow single-family residential uses.

E. ADU Requirements.

1. Legal Lot/Residence. An ADU shall only be allowed on a lot that contains a proposed or legally developed existing single-family or multifamily residence.

2. An ADU shall be either:
(a) Attached to, or located within, the proposed or existing primary dwelling, including attached garages, storage areas or similar uses, or an accessory structure; or
(b) Detached from the proposed or existing primary dwelling and located on the same lot as the proposed or existing primary dwelling, including detached garages.

3. Number of Units Per Lot.
(a) For lots with a proposed or existing single-family dwelling:
i. One attached or converted ADU, and one JADU shall be permitted on the lot; and
ii. One detached, new construction ADU, that does not exceed four-foot side and rear setbacks.

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(b) For lots with an existing multifamily dwelling:
i. At least one ADU, and up to 25 percent of the number of the existing units may be constructed within portions of the existing multifamily dwelling structure that are not used as livable space (e.g., storage rooms, boiler rooms, passageways, attics, basements, or garages) provided all applicable building code standards are met; and
ii. Not more than eight detached ADUs shall be permitted on the lot provided the number of detached ADUs shall not exceed the number of existing units on the lot.
(c) For lots with a proposed multifamily dwelling:
i. Not more than two detached ADUs shall be permitted

4. Unit Size and Height.
(a) Maximum Size.
i. Attached ADUs. The total floor area of an attached ADU shall not exceed (i) 850 square feet for a studio or one-bedroom unit and 1,000 square feet for a unit with two or more bedrooms, or (ii) fifty (50) percent of the existing floor area of the primary dwelling, whichever is less. However, in no case shall this limitation be imposed to require an ADU with a total floor area of less than 800 square feet.
ii. Detached ADUs. The total floor area of a detached ADU shall not exceed 850 square feet for a studio or one-bedroom unit and 1,000 square feet for a unit with two or more bedrooms.
iii. Converted ADUs. The maximum size limitations set forth in this Subsection do not apply to converted ADUs that do not increase the existing floor area of a structure. In addition, a converted ADU created within an existing accessory structure may include an expansion of not more than 150 square feet beyond the same physical dimensions as the existing accessory structure to extent necessary to accommodate ingress and egress.

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(b) Minimum Size. The total floor area of an attached or detached ADU shall be at least 150 square feet.
(c) Height
i. Except as provided below, the height of a detached ADU on a lot with an existing or proposed single-family or multifamily dwelling unit shall not exceed 16 feet.
ii. The height of a detached ADU located on a lot with an existing or proposed single-family or multifamily dwelling unit that is within one-half of one mile walking distance of a major transit stop or a high-quality transit corridor, as those terms are defined in Section 21155 of the Public Resources Code, shall not exceed 18 feet. However, an additional two feet of height, for a maximum of 20 feet, is allowed when necessary to align the roof pitch on the ADU to the roof pitch of the primary dwelling.

iii. The height of a detached ADU on a lot with an existing or proposed multifamily, multistory dwelling shall not exceed 18 feet. iv. The height of an attached ADU shall not exceed the height limitation of the zoning district applicable to the primary dwelling or 25 feet, whichever is lower. In no event shall any such ADU exceed two stories.

5. Applicability of Development Standards. Except as otherwise provided in this Section, all ADUs must conform to the development standards set forth in this Title 17 for the zoning district in which they are located. Notwithstanding the foregoing, when the application of a development standard related to floor area ratio, lot coverage, open-space, front setbacks, or minimum lot size would prohibit the construction of an attached or detached ADU of at least 800 square feet with fourfoot side and rear yard setbacks, such standard(s) shall be waived to the extent necessary to allow construction of such an ADU.

6. Setbacks and Spacing.
(a) Front Yard Setbacks. New attached and detached ADUs are subject to the same minimum front yard setback requirements applicable to other structures on the lot on which the ADU is located.
(b) Side and Rear Yard Setbacks. Minimum setbacks of no less than four (4) feet from the side and rear lot lines are required for new attached and detached ADUs.

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(c) Converted ADUs. No setbacks are required for converted ADUs, provided the side and rear yard setbacks of the existing converted structure are sufficient for fire and safety, as determined by the City’s building official.

7. Off-street Parking.
(a) One off-street parking space must be provided for an attached or detached ADU. The required parking space may be permitted in setback areas, or through tandem parking on a driveway, unless specific findings are made by the Director that parking in setback areas or tandem parking is not feasible based upon specific site or regional topographical or fire and life safety concerns.
(b) When a garage, carport, covered parking structure, or uncovered parking space is demolished in conjunction with the construction of an ADU or converted to an ADU, those off-street parking spaces are not required to be replaced.
(c) Off-street parking is not required in the following instances:
i. The ADU is located within one-half mile walking distance of public transit, including transit stations and bus stations;
ii. The ADU is located within an architecturally and historically significant historic district;
iii. The ADU is part of the proposed or existing primary residence or accessory structure (i.e., a converted ADU);
iv. When on-street parking permits are required but not offered to the occupant of the ADU;
v. When there is a car share vehicle station located within one block of the ADU; and/or
vi. When a permit application for an ADU is submitted with a permit application to create a new single-family dwelling or a new multi-family dwelling on the same lot, provided that the ADU or the parcel satisfies any other criteria listed in this Section.

8. Exterior Access. An attached or converted ADU must have independent exterior access from the proposed or existing primary dwelling.

9. Passageway. No passageway shall be required in conjunction with the construction of an ADU.

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F. JADU Requirements.

1. Footprint. A JADU may only be constructed within the walls of a proposed or existing single-family residence, including an attached garage.

2. Size. A JADU shall not be less than 220 square feet and shall not exceed 500 square feet in size.

3. Separate Entrance. A JADU located within a proposed or existing single-family residence must include a separate entrance from the main entrance of the residence.

4. Kitchen Requirements. A JADU must include an efficiency kitchen, including a cooking facility with appliances, and a food preparation counter and storage cabinets that are of reasonable size in relation to the size of the JADU.

5. Bathroom Facilities. A JADU may include separate sanitation facilities or may share sanitation facilities with the proposed or existing single-family residence in which it is located. If a JADU does not include separate sanitation facilities, the JADU must include an interior entrance to the primary dwelling’s main living area.

6. Parking. No additional off-street parking is required for a JADU beyond that required at the time the existing primary dwelling was constructed.

7. Fire Protection. For purposes of any fire or life protection ordinance or regulation, a JADU shall not be considered a separate new dwelling unit.

8. Utility Service. For purposes of providing service for water, sewer, or power, including a connection fee, a JADU shall not be considered a separate or new dwelling unit.

9. Deed Restriction. Prior to the issuance of a building permit for a JADU, the owner shall record a deed restriction against the title of the property in the County Recorder's office with a copy filed with the Director. The deed restriction shall run with the land and shall bind all future owners, heirs, successors, or assigns. The form of the deed restriction shall be provided by the City and shall provide that:
(a) The property shall include no more than one JADU.
(b) The JADU may not be sold, mortgaged, transferred separately from the primary residence; this deed restriction may be enforced against future purchasers. (c) The owner of the property shall occupy either the primary residence or the JADU as his or her domicile. In the event owner occupancy of the property ceases, the JADU shall not be used as a separate dwelling unit, and shall not be separately rented or leased for any purpose.

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(d) A restriction on the size and attributes of the junior accessory dwelling unit that conforms with this Section.

The deed restriction may not be modified or terminated without the prior written consent of the Director.

G. Other Requirements.

1. No Separate Conveyance. Except as otherwise provided in Government Code section 66341 or by other applicable law, an ADU or JADU may be rented separate from the primary residence, but may not be sold or otherwise conveyed separate from the primary residence, and a lot shall not be subdivided in any manner which would authorize such separate sale or ownership.

2. No Short-Term Rental Permitted. An ADU that is rented shall be rented for a term that is longer than thirty (30) days. Short-term rental (i.e., 30 days or less) of an ADU is prohibited.

3. Owner Occupancy Requirements.
(a) ADUs. Owner occupancy of either the primary dwelling or ADU is not required. (b) JADUs. The property owner of the lot upon which a JADU is located must occupy either the JADU or the primary residence as his or her domicile.

H. Permit Application and Review Procedures.

1. Building Permit Required. A building permit is required prior to construction of an ADU or JADU. Except as otherwise provided in this Section or by State law, all building, fire, and related code requirements applicable to habitable dwellings apply to ADUs and JADUs. However, fire sprinklers shall not be required if they are not required for the primary dwelling.

2. Application. Prior to the issuance of a building permit for an ADU or JADU, the applicant shall submit an application on a form prepared by the City, along with all information and materials proscribed by such form. No application shall be accepted unless it is completed as prescribed and is accompanied by payment for all applicable fees.

3. Review. The Director shall consider and approve or deny a complete application for an ADU or JADU ministerially without discretionary review or public hearing within the time prescribed by law. Review is limited to whether the proposed ADU or JADU complies with the requirements of this Section. If an applicant requests a delay, the time period for the City to review of an application shall be tolled for the period of the requested delay. If the application to create an ADU or a JADU

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unit is submitted with an application to create a new single-family dwelling on the lot, the Director may delay acting on the application for the ADU or the JADU until the City acts on the application to create the new single-family dwelling, but the application to create the ADU or JADU will still be considered ministerially without discretionary review or a hearing.

4. Zoning Conformity. The City shall not require, as a condition of approval of a permit application for the creation of an ADU or JADU, the correction of nonconforming zoning conditions.

5. Demolition Permits. A demolition permit for a detached garage that is to be replaced with an ADU shall be reviewed with the application for the ADU and issued at the same time.

6. State Exempt ADUs and Conformity with State Law. The City shall not apply any requirement or development standard provided for in this Section to an ADU or a JADU to the extent prohibited by any provision of State law, including, but not limited to Government Code section 66323. State exempt ADUs shall be approved ministerially and are not subject to the standards set forth in Government Code §§ 66314-66322. For example, and without limitation, state exempt ADUs do not have to comply with Subsection (E)(4)(a)(ii) size limits for new construction multifamily detached ADUs, Subsection (E)(6)(a) front setback requirements, Subsection (E)(6)(b) side and rear setback requirements for single-family converted ADUs and JADUs, or Subsection (E)(7) off-street parking requirements.

I. Utilities

1. ADUs. Unless otherwise mandated by applicable law or the utility provider or determined by the City’s Public Works Director to be necessary, an ADU may be served by the same water, sewer, and other utility connections serving the primary dwelling on the property, and the installation of a new or separate utility connection directly between an ADU and a utility is not required. However, separate utility connections and meters for ADUs may be installed at the property owner’s option, when permitted by the utility provider, and subject to the payment of all applicable fees.

2. JADUs. A JADU shall be served by the same water, sewer, and other utility connections serving the primary single-family dwelling in which it is located, and no separate utility meters shall be permitted for a JADU.

J. Fees.

1. No impact fee is required for an ADU measuring less than 750 square feet. Any impact fees charged for an ADU of 750 square feet of more shall be charged proportionately in relation to the square footage of the primary dwelling.

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2. Construction of an ADU is subject to any applicable fee adopted under the California Government Code, Title 7, Division 1, Chapter 5 (commencing with § 66000) and Chapter 7 (commencing with § 66012).

3. For purposes of this Subsection, “impact fee” does not include any planning application fee, plan check fee, or building permit fee.

SECTION 4. If any section, subsection, subdivision, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this Ordinance for any reason is held to be invalid or unconstitutional by the decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance. The City Council hereby declares that it would have adopted this Ordinance, and each section, subsection, subdivision, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, subdivisions, sentences, clauses, phrases, or portions thereof be declared invalid or unconstitutional.

SECTION 5. The City Clerk shall certify as to the adoption of this Ordinance and shall cause a summary thereof to be published within fifteen (15) days of the adoption and shall post a Certified copy of this Ordinance, including the vote for and against the same, in the Office of the City Clerk, in accordance with Government Code Section 36933.

PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this __th day of _____, 2025.

Shelley Hasselbrink, Mayor
ATTEST:
______________________________
Windmera Quintanar, CMC, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
___________________________________
Michael S. Daudt, City Attorney

STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF ORANGE ) ss.

CITY OF LOS ALAMITOS )
I, Windmera Quintanar, CMC, City Clerk of the City of Los Alamitos, do hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance No. ____ was duly introduced and placed upon its

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first reading at a regular meeting of the City Council on the __st day of _____, 2025 and that thereafter, said Ordinance was duly adopted and passed at a regular meeting of the City Council on the __th day of _______, 2025, by the following roll-call vote, to wit:

AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

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RESOLUTION NO. 2025-05

A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF

THE CITY OF LOS ALAMITOS, CALIFORNIA,

RECOMMENDING THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPT
ORDINANCE NO. 2025-05 AMENDING AND RESTATING
SECTION 17.28.020 OF THE LOS ALAMITOS MUNICIPAL

CODE CONCERNING THE REGULATION OF
ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS (ZOA 25-04)
WHEREAS, an accessory dwelling unit or “ADU” is an attached or a detached residential dwelling unit that provides complete independent living facilities for one or more persons and is located on a lot with a proposed or existing primary residence. An accessory dwelling unit includes permanent provisions for living, sleeping, eating, cooking, and sanitation on the same parcel as a singlefamily dwelling or multifamily dwelling; and, WHEREAS, a “junior accessory dwelling unit” or “JADU” is a small residential dwelling unit contained entirely within a single-family residence. A Junior accessory dwelling unit may include separate sanitation facilities, or may share sanitation facilities with the existing single-family residence; and, WHEREAS, in 2016, the State Legislature adopted two bills pertaining to accessory dwelling units, Assembly Bill 2299 and Senate Bill 1069, which modified Government Code Section 65852.2; the State Legislature further modified Government Code Section 65852.2 with the adoption of Assembly Bill 494 and Senate Bill 229 in 2017, and again in 2020 with the adoption of Senate Bill 13, Assembly Bill 68, Assembly Bill 881 and Assembly Bill 3182 (Collectively, the “State ADU Law”); and,
WHEREAS, on April 22, 2020, the Planning Commission of the City of Los Alamitos approved Resolution No. 2020-02 recommending the City Council adopt an ordinance amending and restating Sections 17.08.020 and 17.28.020 of the Los Alamitos Municipal Code to update and clarify the City’s regulations related to ADUs in accordance with the State ADU Law; and,
WHEREAS, on June 15, 2020, the City Council of the City of Los Alamitos adopted Ordinance No. 2020-04 amending and restating Sections 17.08.020 and

17.28.020 of the Los Alamitos Municipal Code to update and clarify the City’s regulations related to ADUs in accordance with the State ADU Law; and, WHEREAS, in July 2022, the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) issued an updated Accessory Dwelling Unit Handbook, providing guidance on implementation of the State ADU Law; and, Docusign Envelope ID: 0EB4FD44-52EE-47C1-AEF2-62D1FAE759BB

WHEREAS, during its 2021-2022 Regular Session, the State Legislature approved two bills modifying the State ADU Law, Senate Bill 897 and Assembly Bill 221 (Collectively, the “2022 Revisions to the State ADU Law”); and, WHEREAS, the 2022 Revisions to the State ADU Law necessitated the amendment and restatement of Section 17.28.020 (Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units) of Title 17 (Zoning Regulations) of the Los Alamitos Municipal Code; and,
WHEREAS, on January, 25 2023, the Planning Commission of the City of Los Alamitos approved Resolution No. 2023-02 recommending the City Council adopt an ordinance amending and restating Sections 17.08.020 and 17.28.020 of the Los Alamitos Municipal Code to update and clarify the City’s regulations related to ADUs in accordance with the State ADU Law; and,
WHEREAS, on March 20, 2023, the City Council of the City of Los Alamitos adopted ZOA 23-01, to amend the Los Alamitos Municipal Code to update and clarify regulations related to the construction of ADUs and JADUs in accordance with the 2022 Revisions to the State ADU Law, which were intended to further streamline local regulations for the construction of new ADUs and JADUs; and, WHEREAS, on March 25, 2024, the Chaptering of Senate Bill (SB) 477 (Chapter 7, Statutes of 2024) reorganized and renumbered sections of the Government Code relevant to State ADU and JADU requiring revisions to the code sections referenced in Ordinance CA 23-001; and,
WHEREAS, on September 19, 2024, the Chaptering of Senate Bill (SB) 1211 (Chapter 296, Statutes of 2024), revised sections of the Government Code relevant to State ADU and JADU law relating to the number of detached ADUs permitted on multi-family lots, the replacement of uncovered off-street parking spaces, and the imposition of design/development standards on ADUs; and, WHEREAS, the City of Los Alamitos initiated ZOA 25-04 to amend the Los Alamitos Municipal Code to update and clarify regulations relating to ADU’s and JADU’s in compliance with State law; and,
WHEREAS, on September 24, 2025, the Planning Commission opened a duly noticed Public Hearing concerning proposed amendments to Section

17.28.020 of the Los Alamitos Municipal Code; and,
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission considered all applicable Staff reports, public testimony and evidence presented at the Public Hearing.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
LOS ALAMITOS DOES RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The Planning Commission finds that the above recitals are true and correct.

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SECTION 2. The Planning Commission hereby recommends that the City Council adopt Ordinance No. 2025-__ amending and restating Section 17.28.020 of the Los Alamitos Municipal Code concerning the regulation of Accessory Dwelling Units, attached hereto as Exhibit “A”.

SECTION 3. The Secretary of the Planning Commission shall certify as to the adoption of this Resolution.

PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 24
th day of September 2025.
________________________________
Mary Anne Cuilty, Chair
ATTEST:
______________________________
Gabriela Martinez, Department Secretary
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
_______________________________
Michael S. Daudt, City Attorney

STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF ORANGE ) ss

CITY OF LOS ALAMITOS )
I, Gabriela Martinez, Department Secretary of the City of Los Alamitos, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was adopted at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission held on the 24
th day of September 2025, by the following
vote, to wit:

AYES: COMMISSIONERS:Cuilty, Heichman, Griego, Hastie
NOES: COMMISSIONERS:

ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS:Legere
ABSTAIN: COMMISSIONERS:
________________________________________
Gabriela Martinez, Department Secretary
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City of Los Alamitos

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
MEETING DATE: December 15, 2025 ITEM NUMBER: 10C
To: Mayor Shelley Hasselbrink & Members of the City Council Presented By: Ron Noda, Assistant City Manager/Development Services Director Britney Ramirez, Management Analyst
Subject: Resolution No. 2025-39 - Beverage Container Recycling City/County Payment Program FY 2025-26

SUMMARY
This item requests Council approval of a resolution authorizing the City’s participation in the Fiscal Year (FY) 2025–2026 CalRecycle Beverage Container Recycling City/County Payment Program, which supports statewide efforts to achieve and maintain high recycling rates.

RECOMMENDATION

1. Adopt Resolution No. 2025-39, entitled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LOS ALAMITOS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE CITY’S PARTICIPATION IN CALRECYCLE’S BEVERAGE CONTAINER RECYCLING CITY/COUNTY PROGRAM TO SUPPORT THE ACHIEVEMENT AND MAINTENANCE OF HIGH RECYCLING RATES”; and,

2. Authorize the City Manager to execute all Beverage Container Recycling Program documents concerning beverage container recycling program funds distribution for FY 2025-

26. BACKGROUND
The California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) administers a program that provides funding opportunities to support beverage container recycling. A primary objective of this program is to achieve and maintain an 80% recycling rate for all California Refund Value (CRV) beverage containers. Through this program, CalRecycle allocates funds to participating jurisdictions to help offset eligible costs associated with statewide recycling and waste management efforts.

In addition, Senate Bill (SB) 1383 underscores the State of California’s mandate for comprehensive recycling participation by all waste generators, including residential, multifamily, and commercial sectors. Passed in 2016 and effective January 1, 2022, SB 1383 represents the most significant waste reduction legislation adopted in California in the past three decades. The law requires a 75% reduction in the disposal of organic waste, such as food scraps, green waste, and certain paper products, by 2025.

DISCUSSION

The City of Los Alamitos has participated in CalRecycle’s Beverage Container Recycling City/County Payment Program, receiving $5,000 annually. These funds have been used to offset costs associated with the City’s waste and recycling consultant, City Green Consulting LLC, including technical assistance, site visits, and the development of educational outreach materials.

If awarded again, the FY 2025–2026 payment will continue to support these ongoing efforts to enhance community recycling compliance and outreach. Participation in this program does not require a funding match from the City.

FISCAL IMPACT
The program provides approximately $5,000, with no fiscal obligation from the City.

Attachment: 1. Resolution No. 2025-39 CalRecycle Beverage Container Recycling Program

RESOLUTION NO. 2025-39

A RESOLUTION OF CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LOS
ALAMITOS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE CITY’S
PARTICIPATION IN CALRECYCLE’S BEVERAGE

CONTAINER RECYCLING CITY/COUNTY PAYMENT

PROGRAM TO SUPPORT THE ACHIEVEMENT AND

MAINTENANCE OF HIGH RECYCLING RATES
WHEREAS, pursuant to Public Resources Code Sections 48000 et seq., 14581, and 42023.1(g), the California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) administers payment programs that provide funds to qualifying jurisdictions; and,
WHEREAS, CalRecycle has established procedures for the administration of these payment programs, which require, among other things, that an applicant’s governing body declare by resolution certain authorizations related to program participation; and,
WHEREAS, the City of Los Alamitos is eligible to receive funding through CalRecycle’s Beverage Container Recycling City/County Payment Program to support local recycling efforts.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LOS ALAMITOS DOES RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The City Council of the City of Los Alamitos, California, finds that the above recitals are true and correct.

SECTION 2. The City of Los Alamitos hereby accepts any and all funding awarded through CalRecycle’s Beverage Container Recycling City/County Payment Program and authorizes staff to submit all necessary applications for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2025–2026 cycle.

SECTION 3. The City Manager, and/or his or her designee, is hereby authorized and empowered to execute on behalf of the City all applications, Standard Agreements, amendments, and any other documents required for participation in the Beverage Container Recycling City/County Payment Program and for the receipt and disbursement of related funds.

SECTION 4. The authorizations granted by this Resolution shall remain in effect unless and until rescinded or superseded by a subsequent resolution of the City Council.

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SECTION 5. The City Clerk shall certify as to the adoption of this Resolution.

PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 15th day of December 2025. ________________________________
Shelley Hasselbrink, Mayor
ATTEST:
______________________________
Windmera Quintanar, MMC, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
_______________________________
Michael S. Daudt, City Attorney

STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF ORANGE ) ss

CITY OF LOS ALAMITOS )
I, Windmera Quintanar, MMC, City Clerk, of the City of Los Alamitos, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council held on the 15th day of December, 2025, by the following vote, to wit:

AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS:

ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS:

________________________________________
Windmera Quintanar, MMC, City Clerk

City of Los Alamitos

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
MEETING DATE: December 15, 2025 ITEM NUMBER: 10D
To: Mayor Shelley Hasselbrink & Members of the City Council Presented By: Chelsi Wilson, Administrative Services Manager Subject: Resolution No. 2025-42- Workers Compensation for Volunteers

SUMMARY
This report outlines and seeks consideration to approve Resolution No. 2025-42 to clarify volunteers as employees for the purpose of workers’ compensation coverage.

RECOMMENDATION
Adopt Resolution No. 2025-42, entitled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE

CITY OF LOS ALAMITOS, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING ALL VOLUNTEERS TO BE EMPLOYEES FOR THE PURPOSE OF WORKERS’ COMPENSATION AND INSURANCE LAW”.

BACKGROUND
The City of Los Alamitos currently contracts with Intercare Holdings Insurance Services to serve as its Third-Party Administrator (TPA) for Workers’ Compensation claims. As part of Intercare’s review of the City’s coverage practices, they have requested clarification regarding the City’s intent to provide Workers’ Compensation coverage to designated volunteers.

While the City already maintains this practice, the resolution affirms that it provides Workers’ Compensation coverage to designated volunteers under its existing insurance agreement. This designation ensures that volunteers are afforded the same protections and benefits as City employees in the event of a work-related injury or illness.

DISCUSSION
Staff recommends that the City Council approve Resolution No. 2025-42, electing to designate all volunteers as employees for the purposes of Workers’ Compensation benefits.

Pursuant to California Labor Code Sections 3363.5 and 3351.5, public agencies are authorized to declare volunteers as employees solely for Workers’ Compensation coverage. Adoption of this resolution ensures that individuals performing authorized volunteer services on behalf of the City are provided appropriate protection in the event of a work-related injury or illness.

In addition to safeguarding volunteers, approval of this resolution provides clarity and consistency in coverage for both the City and its Workers’ Compensation carrier, Intercare Holdings Insurance Services. This action helps mitigate risk and reduces the potential for coverage disputes. The City of Los Alamitos already provides Workers’ Compensation

coverage for designated volunteers under its existing insurance agreement. This resolution serves as a formal reaffirmation of the City’s intent to treat volunteers as employees solely for Workers’ Compensation purposes, thereby reinforcing current practices without incurring additional costs.

FISCAL IMPACT
None.

Attachment: 1. Resolution No. 2025 -41 - Workers Compensation for Volunteers

RESOLUTION NO. 2025-41

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY

OF LOS ALAMITOS, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING ALL

VOLUNTEERS TO BE EMPLOYEES FOR THE
PURPOSE OF WORKERS’ COMPENSATION AND

INSURANCE LAW
WHEREAS, the City of Los Alamitos desires that all volunteers receive Workers’ Compensation coverage; and
WHEREAS, Labor Code sections 3363.5 and 3351.5 amended the Workers’ Compensation and Insurance Law to permit public agencies to elect to cover all or certain designated volunteers as employees be declaring that such volunteers are employees for the purpose of the Workers’ Compensation and Insurance Law.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LOS
ALAMITOS DOES RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The City of Los Alamitos hereby declares and approves all volunteers to be employees for the purpose of the Workers’ Compensation and Insurance Law:

PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 15th, day of December, 2025.
________________________________
Shelley Hasselbrink, Mayor
ATTEST:
______________________________
Windmera Quintanar, MMC, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
_______________________________
Michael S. Daudt, City Attorney

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF ORANGE ) ss

CITY OF LOS ALAMITOS )
I, Windmera Quintanar, MMC, City Clerk, of the City of Los Alamitos, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council held on the 15th day of December, 2025, by the following vote, to wit:

AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS:

ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS:

________________________________________
Windmera Quintanar, MMC, City Clerk

City of Los Alamitos

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
MEETING DATE: December 15, 2025 ITEM NUMBER: 11C
To: Mayor Shelley Hasselbrink & Members of the City Council Presented By: Windmera Quintanar, City Clerk
Subject: City Council Reorganization

SUMMARY
This report provides relevant information for the City Council’s annual reorganization, by the election of Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem. The City’s Charter requires roll call votes be taken for the election of these two Officers.

RECOMMENDATION
Elect Officers for the position of Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem by roll call vote.

BACKGROUND
The Mayor and the Mayor Pro Tem serve at the pleasure of the City Council. Section 602 of the City's Charter states the Council shall elect one (1) of its members to act as Mayor by roll call vote. Section 2.04.100 of the City's Municipal Code states that annually, at the first regularly scheduled City Council meeting in December, the City Council shall elect a member to serve as Mayor. Immediately after the Mayoral election, the newly elected Mayor shall conduct a City Council election to select a Mayor Pro Tem.

DISCUSSION
The City Clerk will conduct the election for the Office of Mayor. The newly elected Mayor would then conduct the election for the Office of Mayor Pro Tem. Each election shall be conducted by a roll call vote of the City Council.

Nominations will be considered in the order received. A second is not required for nominations.

FISCAL IMPACT
There is a minimal cost associated with this action which has been accounted for in the annual budget.

Attachment: None

City of Los Alamitos

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
MEETING DATE: December 15, 2025 ITEM NUMBER: 11D
To: Mayor Shelley Hasselbrink & Members of the City Council Presented By: Windmera Quintanar, City Clerk
Subject: City Council Member Appointments/Reappointments as Representatives to other Agencies and City Committees for 2026

SUMMARY
This report provides relevant information for the City Council’s annual appointments/reappointments of Council Members as representatives to other Agencies.

RECOMMENDATION

1. Nominate and vote for appointments/reappointments regarding the Representatives to Other Agencies; and,

2. Nominate and vote for appointment to the City's Standing Committees; and,

3. Adopt Resolution No. 2025-40, entitled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF

THE CITY OF LOS ALAMITOS, CALIFORNIA, DESIGNATING AND APPOINTING ITS REPRESENTATIVE TO THE ORANGE COUNTY FIRE AUTHORITY’S BOARD OF DIRECTORS”; and,

4. Authorize the City Clerk to complete California Form 806, Agency Report of: Public Official Appointments and post on the City’s website.

BACKGROUND
The City Council Members represent the City on various County and regional boards and committees. These external bodies range from the League of California Cities to the Orange County Transportation Authority. The issues and topics covered by these bodies range from housing to police dispatch services. Appointees serve as voting members on some of these boards and committees.

Traditionally, as a follow-up to the annual City Council reorganization, the City Council reviews its current appointments and considers new appointments and reappointments. Each appointment can be considered individually and the appointment list can be voted on as a whole by the City Council.

Due to the timing of other agencies installation of new members, it is prudent for Council to make its appointments in December.

Fair Political Practices Commission - Form 806

Form 806 is used to report additional compensation that officials receive when appointing themselves to positions on committees, boards or commissions of a public agency, special district, or joint powers agency or authority. The State of California Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC) Regulation 18705.5 requires Council Members to recuse themselves from voting on non-City positions that receive a stipend of $250 or more per year. Should the City Council wish to vote for themselves on compensated committees, the City must post Form 806 regarding the appointments on the City’s website.

The City is in compliance with this regulation and posts Form 806 on the website; therefore, it is not necessary for Council Members to recuse themselves from voting for themselves on compensated non-City positions.

DISCUSSION
It would be appropriate for the City Council to review its current appointments and consider new appointments and re-appointments. Appointees are approved for travel-related expenses within the City Council's adopted budget to represent the City at various events.

All City Council appointments (Attachment 1) should be reviewed and voted upon this evening.

For informational purposes, some of these appointments have been outlined below.

Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA)
Council Member Hasselbrink is the City’s current delegate. She was first appointed to the OCFA Board of Directors in December 2016 and served as the alternate in 2015. As an OCFA Board Member, Council Member Hasselbrink has served on the Executive Board, Claims and settlement Committee, Fire Chief Selection Ad Hoc (completed), and Cost Control Ad Hoc.

She also served as the Vice Chair for the Budget and Finance Committee and as Board President in 2020. Due to the high turnover at the Board level, OCFA has requested that member cities return existing delegates whenever possible.

Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control District Board In December 2023, the City Council appointed Council Member Doby to the Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control District Board (OCMVCD) for a two-year term. Her term will expire on the first Monday in January 2026.

Association of California Cities - Orange County (ACC-OC) The City joined ACC-OC in 2023. Since joining ACC-OC, Mayor Pro Tem Tanya Doby has been appointed to its Board of Directors. As such, it would be appropriate to appoint Mayor Pro Tem Doby as the delegate to this organization.

FISCAL IMPACT
None.

Attachment: 1. Blank City Council Appointments including Stipends (2026)

2. Resolution No. 2025-40 - OCFA Appointment

3. Form 806 (2026)

4. 2025 Adopted City Council Appointments

Association of California Cities - Orange County (ACC-OC) Annual Membership Fee 25108 Marguerite Pkwy, Suite A225 No stipendMission Viejo, CA 92692Contact: Lauren Kline, Director of Programs and OperationsEmail: [email protected] Selection Meeting No stipendAdministered by the OC Clerk of the BoardContact: Jamie Ross (714) 834-2206Email: [email protected] of California Cities - State Division Annual Membership Fee1400 K. Street, Suite 400 No stipendSacramento, CA 95814Contact: Megan Dunn (916) 658-8291Email: [email protected] Alamitos Community Foundation 6:00 p.m. No Stipend3191 Katella Ave. 2nd Monday of January, May, OctoberLos Alamitos, CA 90720 Special meetings as neededContact: Emeline Noda, [email protected] Established March 2022Orange County Fire Authority - Board of Directors 6:00 p.m. $100 per meeting, no more than 3 meetings/mo.1 Fire Authority Road 4th Thursday of every third month Limit of 1 stipend per day, paid quarterlyIrvine, CA 92602Contact: Maria HuizarEmail: [email protected] Orange County Library Advisory Board Meets 4 times a year (dates TBD) No stipend345 E. Main Street Tustin Branch Library - Community RoomTustin, CA 92780Contact: Alejandro Martinez (714) 566-3011Email: [email protected] County Mosquito Vector Control District 3:00 p.m. $100/per board meeting 13001 Garden Grove Blvd. 3rd Thursday of every month Board Meetings OnlyGarden Grove, CA 92643Contact: Tawnia Pett (714) 971-2421 x 166Email: [email protected] County Sanitation District - Board of Directors 6:00 p.m. $315 per meeting, per day 10844 Ellis Avenue 4th Wednesday of Every MonthFountain Valley, CA 92708Contact: Kelly Lore (714) 593-7433Email: [email protected] 2025 City Council Representatives to Other Agencies and Ad Hoc Committees AGENCY MEETING INFORMATION STIPEND INFORMATION Delegate Alternate All Board Members may serve on 1 of 3 Board appointed n/aCommittees. Appointments need to be adopted in a Council Resolution.

Delegate and Alternate both eligible for stipend; however, only 1 member paid per meeting Varies. Includes, but not limited to, state and federal advocacy, annual Public Policymakers Academy and Leadership Conference, quarterly dinner programming, educational forums, and infrastructure tours.City practice is to have the Mayor as the delegate and any member of the Council as the alternate. The appointment needs to be sent in writing.Annual Conference requires additional vote for Voting delegate and alternative. n/a
All Board Members may serve on 1 out of 5 Board appointed committees which meet as needed.

Appointed 12/15/25
2 year term
All Board Members may serve on Board Appointed Committees which meet monthly.

Delegate and Alternate both eligible for stipend; however, only 1 member paid per meeting. Maximum meetings: Directors (6) Chairman (10)

AGENCY MEETING INFORMATION STIPEND INFORMATION Delegate Alternate West Cities Communications Center -JPA Board 4:30 p.m. No stipend 911 Seal Beach Blvd. 3rd Tuesday in May, and November.Seal Beach, CA 90740 Contact: Kasandra Edwards (562) 594-7243
Email: [email protected] Standing Committee Meets on an As-Needed Basis No stipend Standing Committee
Intergovernmental Affairs Representative Attends Meetings and events as needed No stipend Council Appointed RepresentativeEstablished 12/18/2023
Liaison to the Joint Forces Training Base Attends Meetings and events as needed No stipend Council Appointed RepresentativeEstablished 12/18/23
2025 City Council Committees/Representatives
PURPOSE MEETING INFORMATION STIPEND INFORMATION Delegate Delegate n/a

RESOLUTION NO. 2025-40

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LOS
ALAMITOS, CALIFORNIA, DESIGNATING AND APPOINTING ITS 2026 REPRESENTATIVE TO THE ORANGE COUNTY FIRE AUTHORITY’S

BOARD OF DIRECTORS
WHEREAS, the City, as a “member” of the Orange County Fire Authority Joint Powers Authority (JPA) is entitled to appoint a representative director (“Director”) to the Orange County Fire Authority’s Board of Directors; and, WHEREAS, each member agency, by resolution of its governing body, shall designate and appoint one representative to act as its Director on the Authority Board of Directors, except the County whose Board of Supervisors shall appoint two representatives to act as its Directors; and,
WHEREAS, each Director shall be a current elected member of the governing body; and,
WHEREAS, each Director shall hold office until the selection of a successor by the appointing body; and,
WHEREAS, each Director is to serve at the pleasure of his or her appointing body and may be removed at any time, with or without cause, at the sole discretion of that appointing body; and,
WHEREAS, any vacancy shall be filled in the same manner as the original appointment of a Director.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LOS ALAMITOS DOES RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The City Council of the City of Los Alamitos, California, finds that the above recitals are true and correct.

SECTION 2. Does hereby designate and appoint Council Member as a Director to the Orange County Fire Authority Board of Directors.

SECTION 3. The City Clerk shall certify as to the adoption of this Resolution.

PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 15th day of December, 2025. ________________________________
, Mayor

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ATTEST:
______________________________
Windmera Quintanar, MMC, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
_______________________________
Michael S. Daudt, City Attorney

STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF ORANGE ) ss

CITY OF LOS ALAMITOS )
I, Windmera Quintanar, MMC, City Clerk of the City of Los Alamitos, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council held on the 15th day of December, 2025, by the following vote, to wit:

AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS:

ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS:
______________________________________
Windmera Quintanar, MMC, City Clerk

FPPC Form 806 (1/18)
FPPC Toll-Free Helpline: 866/ASK-FPPC (866/275-3772)
Comment:

A Public Document
Appt Date and
Length of Term
Agency Report of:

Public Official Appointments

2. Appointments

3. Verification
I have read and understand FPPC Regulation 18702.5. I have verified that the appointment and information identified above is true to the best of my information and belief.

Signature of Agency Head or Designee Print Name Title (Month, Day, Year) Agency Boards and
Commissions Name of Appointed Person Per Meeting/Annual Salary/Stipend (Last, First)
(Last, First)
(Last, First)
(Last, First)
Alternate, if any
Alternate, if any
Alternate, if any
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(Last, First)
(Last, First)
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(Last, First)
Name
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$0-$1,000
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$2,001-$3,000
$2,001-$3,000
$2,001-$3,000
$2,001-$3,000
Other
Other
Other
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California
Form

1. Agency Name
Designated Agency Contact (Name,Title)
E-mail
Division, Department, or Region (If Applicable)
806
For Official Use Only
Area Code/Phone Number
(Month, Day, Year)
 ____/____/____
Appt Date
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 Estimated Annual:
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 Per Meeting: $
 Per Meeting: $
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Page _____ of _____
Date Posted:

FPPC Form 806 (1/18)
FPPC Toll-Free Helpline: 866/ASK-FPPC (866/275-3772)
Background
This form is used to report additional compensation that officials receive when appointing themselves to positions on committees, boards, or commissions of another public agency or to a committee or position of the agency of which the public official is a member.

This form is required pursuant to FPPC Regulation 18702.5.

Each agency must post on its website a single Form 806 which lists all the paid appointed positions to which an official will vote to appoint themselves. When there is a change in compensation or a new appointment, the Form 806 is updated to reflect the change. The form must be updated promptly as changes occur.

Instructions
This form must be posted prior to a vote (or consent item) to appoint a governing board member if the appointee will participate in the decision and the appointment results in additional compensation to the appointee.

FPPC Regulation 18702.5 provides that as long as the public is informed prior to a vote, an official may vote to hold another position even when the vote results in additional compensation.

Part 1. Agency Identification
Identify the agency name and information on who should be contacted for information.

Part 2. Appointments
Identify the name of the other agency, board or commission. List the name of the official, and an alternate, if any.

List the appointment date and the length of term the agency official will serve. Disclose the stipend provided per meeting and the estimated annual payment. The annual salary is an estimate as it will likely vary depending upon the number of meetings. It is not necessary to revise the estimate at the end of the calendar year.

Part 3. Verification
The agency head or his/her designee must sign the verification.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. When does an agency need to complete the Form 806?
A Form 806 is required when an agency’s board members
vote to appoint a board member to serve on another
governmental agency or position of the agency of which the official is a member and will receive additional compensation.

2. The city council votes to serve as the city’s housing authority, a separate entity. Will the Form 806 be required?
If the council members receive additional compensation for serving on the housing authority, the Form 806 is required.

3. Are appointments made by a governing board to appoint one of its members to serve as an officer of that board for additional pay (e.g., mayor) required to be disclosed on Form 806?
No. FPPC Regulation 18702.5(b)(6) exempts from this
requirement decisions to fill a position on the body of which the official is a member (such as a councilmember being appointed as mayor) despite an increase in compensation.

4. In determining the income, must the agency include mileage reimbursements, travel payments, health benefits, and other compensation?
No. FPPC Regulation 18702.5 requires only the amount of the stipend or salary to be reported.

5. Which agency must post the Form 806?
The agency that is voting to appoint a public official must post the Form 806 on its website. The agency that the official will serve as a member is not required to post the Form 806. The form is not sent to the FPPC.

6. When must the Form 806 be updated?
The Form 806 should be amended promptly upon any of
the following circumstances: (1) the number of scheduled meetings is changed, (2) there is a change in the
compensation paid to the members, (3) there is a change in membership on the board or commission, or (4) there is a new appointment to a new agency.

7. If officials choose to recuse themselves from the decision and leave the room when a vote is taken to make an
appointment, must the Form 806 be completed?
No. The Form 806 is only required to identify those officials that will vote on an appointment in which the official will also receive additional compensation.

Privacy Information Notice
Information requested by the FPPC is used to administer and enforce the Political Reform Act. Failure to provide information may be a violation subject to penalties. All reports are public records available for inspection and reproduction. Direct questions to FPPC’s General Counsel, Fair Political Practices Commission, 1102 Q Street, Suite 3000, Sacramento, CA
95811.

California
Form 806
A Public Document
Agency Report of:

Public Official Appointments

FPPC Form 806 (1/18)
FPPC Toll-Free Helpline: 866/ASK-FPPC (866/275-3772)
A Public Document
Appt Date and
Length of Term
Agency Report of:

Public Official Appointments
Continuation Sheet

2. Appointments
Agency Boards and
Commissions Name of Appointed Person Per Meeting/Annual Salary/Stipend (Last, First)
(Last, First)
(Last, First)
(Last, First)
Alternate, if any
Alternate, if any
Alternate, if any
Alternate, if any
(Last, First)
(Last, First)
(Last, First)
(Last, First)
Name
Name
Name
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$0-$1,000
$0-$1,000
$0-$1,000
$0-$1,000
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$1,001-$2,000
$1,001-$2,000
$1,001-$2,000
$2,001-$3,000
$2,001-$3,000
$2,001-$3,000
$2,001-$3,000
Other
Other
Other
Other
California
Form

1. Agency Name
806
(Month, Day, Year)
Date Posted:
 ____/____/____
Appt Date
 ____/____/____
Appt Date
 ____/____/____
Appt Date
 ____/____/____
Appt Date
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 Estimated Annual:
 Estimated Annual:
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 Per Meeting: $
 Per Meeting: $
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 Per Meeting: $
(Last, First)
(Last, First)
Alternate, if any
Alternate, if any
(Last, First)
(Last, First)
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Name
$0-$1,000
$0-$1,000
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$1,001-$2,000
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Other
Other
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 ____/____/____
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 Estimated Annual:
 Estimated Annual:
 Per Meeting: $
 Per Meeting: $
Page _____ of _____

Association of California Cities - Orange County (ACC-OC) Annual Membership Fee 25108 Marguerite Pkwy, Suite A225 No stipendMission Viejo, CA 92692Contact: Lauren Kline, Director of Programs and OperationsEmail: [email protected] Selection Meeting No stipendAdministered by the OC Clerk of the BoardContact: Jamie Ross (714) 834-2206 Email: jamie.ross @ocgov.com
League of California Cities - State Division Annual Membership Fee1400 K. Street, Suite 400 No stipendSacramento, CA 95814Contact: Megan Dunn (916) 658-8291 Email: [email protected] Alamitos Community Foundation 6:00 p.m. No Stipend3191 Katella Ave. 2nd Monday of January, May, OctoberLos Alamitos, CA 90720 Special meetings as neededContact: Emeline Noda, [email protected] Established March 2022Orange County Fire Authority - Board of Directors 6:00 p.m. $100 per meeting, no more than 3 meetings/mo.1 Fire Authority Road 4th Thursday of every third month Limit of 1 stipend per day, paid quarterlyIrvine, CA 92602Contact: Maria HuizarEmail: [email protected] Orange County Library Advisory Board Meets 4 times a year (dates TBD) No stipend345 E. Main Street Tustin Branch Library - Community RoomTustin, CA 92780Contact: Alejandro Martinez (714) 566-3011Email: [email protected] County Mosquito Vector Control District 3:00 p.m. $100/per board meeting 13001 Garden Grove Blvd. 3rd Thursday of every month Board Meetings OnlyGarden Grove, CA 92643Contact: Tawnia Pett (714) 971-2421 x 166 Email: [email protected] County Sanitation District - Board of Directors 6:00 p.m. $315 per meeting, per day 10844 Ellis Avenue 4th Wednesday of Every MonthFountain Valley, CA 92708Contact: Kelly Lore (714) 593-7433 Email: [email protected] 2025 City Council Representatives to Other Agencies and Ad Hoc Committees AGENCY MEETING INFORMATION STIPEND INFORMATION Delegate Alternate All Board Members may serve on 1 of 3 Board appointed Hasselbrink n/aCommittees. Appointments need to be adopted in a Council Resolution.

Delegate and Alternate both eligible for stipend; however, only 1 member paid per meeting Varies. Includes, but not limited to, state and federal advocacy, annual Public Policymakers Academy and Leadership Conference, quarterly dinner programming, educational forums, and infrastructure tours. Doby NefuldaCity practice is to have the Mayor as the delegate and any member of the Council as the alternate. The appointment needs to be sent in writing. Hasselbrink DobyAnnual Conference requires additional vote for Voting delegate and alternative.

Hasselbrink Doby
Nefulda Hasselbrink
Doby n/a
Doby
All Board Members may serve on 1 out of 5 Board appointed committees which meet as needed.

Appointed 12/18/23
2 year term
All Board Members may serve on Board Appointed Nefulda DobyCommittees which meet monthly.

Delegate and Alternate both eligible for stipend; however, only 1 member paid per meeting. Maximum meetings: Directors (6) Chairman (10)

AGENCY MEETING INFORMATION STIPEND INFORMATION Delegate Alternate West Cities Communications Center -JPA Board 4:30 p.m. No stipend 911 Seal Beach Blvd. 3rd Tuesday in May, and November.Seal Beach, CA 90740Contact: Kasandra Edwards (562) 594-7243 Email: [email protected] Standing Committee Meets on an As-Needed Basis No stipend Standing Committee
Intergovernmental Affairs Representative Attends Meetings and events as needed No stipend Council Appointed Representative
Established 12/18/2023
Liaison to the Joint Forces Training Base Attends Meetings and events as needed No stipend Council Appointed Representative
Established 12/18/23
Nefulda Hasselbrink
2025 City Council Committees/Representatives
PURPOSE MEETING INFORMATION STIPEND INFORMATION Delegate Delegate Hasselbrink DobyHasselbrink n/aHasselbrink Nefulda