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MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL / SUCCESSOR AGENCY / HOUSING AUTHORITY
OF THE CITY OF STANTON
JOINT REGULAR MEETING NOVEMBER 25, 2025
1. CALL TO ORDER / CLOSED SESSION
The City Council / Successor Agency / Housing Authority meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Mayor / Chairman Shawver.
2. ROLL CALL
Present: Council/Agency/Authority Member Taylor, Council/Agency/Authority Member Warren, Mayor Pro Tem/Vice Chairman Torres, and
Mayor/Chairman Shawver.
Absent: None.
Excused: Council/Agency/Authority Member Barrios.
3. PUBLIC COMMENT ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS None.
4. CLOSED SESSION
The members of the City Council / Successor Agency / Housing Authority of the City of Stanton proceeded to closed session at 6:01 p.m. for discussion regarding:
4A. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2)
Number of Potential Cases: 3
5. CALL TO ORDER / SUCCESSOR AGENCY / STANTON HOUSING AUTHORITY
MEETING
The City Council / Successor Agency / Housing Authority reconvened in open session at 6:32 p.m.
6. ROLL CALL
Present: Council/Agency/Authority Member Taylor, Council/Agency/Authority Member Warren, Mayor Pro Tem/Vice Chairman Torres, and
Mayor/Chairman Shawver.
Absent: None.
Excused: Council/Agency/Authority Member Barrios.
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7. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Led by Mr. Eric O’Donnel, Townsend Public Affairs.
8. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS AND AWARDS
A. Presentation of Certificate of Recognition for Mr. Alejandro Ortiz, Stanton graduate of the Orange County Sanitation District‘s Wastewater 101 - Citizens Academy, 2025.
The City Attorney / Agency Counsel reported that the City Council / Successor Agency / Housing Authority met in closed session from 6:01 to 6:32 p.m.
The City Attorney / Agency Counsel reported that there was no reportable action.
B. Presentation by Mr. Eric O’Donnell, Director, Townsend Public Affairs, providing the City Council with an update on State and Federal Legislation.
C. Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) quarterly report and update. • Tabled to be heard at a future City Council meeting.
D. Ms. Hannah Shin-Heydorn, City Manager, presented an update on the City’s homeless outreach activities.
9. CONSENT CALENDAR
Council Member Warren requested to pull Item 9K from the consent calendar for separate discussion.
Mayor Shawver requested to pull Items 9J, 9N, and 9P from the consent calendar for separate discussion.
Motion/Second: Shawver/Torres
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: 4 (Shawver, Taylor, Torres, and Warren)
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: 1 (Barrios)
Motion unanimously carried:
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CONSENT CALENDAR
9A. MOTION TO APPROVE THE READING BY TITLE OF ALL ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS. SAID ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS THAT APPEAR ON
THE PUBLIC AGENDA SHALL BE READ BY TITLE ONLY AND FURTHER
READING WAIVED
The City Council/Agency Board/Authority Board waived reading of Ordinances and Resolutions.
9B. APPROVAL OF WARRANTS
The City Council approved demand warrants dated October 4, 2025 – November 14, 2025, in the amount of $3,986,191.18.
9C. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The City Council/Successor Agency/Housing Authority approved Minutes of Joint Regular Meeting – October 28, 2025.
9D. SEPTEMBER 2025 INVESTMENT REPORT
The Investment Report as of September 30, 2025, has been prepared in accordance with the City’s Investment Policy and California Government Code Section 53646.
1. The City Council finds that this item is not subject to California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) pursuant to Sections 15378(b)(5) (Organizational or administrative activities of governments that will not result in direct or indirect physical changes in the environment); and
2. Received and filed the Investment Report for the month of September 2025. 9E. SEPTEMBER 2025 INVESTMENT REPORT (SUCCESSOR AGENCY) The Investment Report as of September 30, 2025, has been prepared in accordance with the City’s Investment Policy and California Government Code Section 53646.
1. The Successor Agency finds that this item is not subject to California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) pursuant to Sections 15378(b)(5) (Organizational or administrative activities of governments that will not result in direct or indirect physical changes in the environment); and
2. Received and filed the Investment Report for the month of September 2025.
Special and Joint Regular Meeting – November 25, 2025 - Page 4 of 17 9F. SEPTEMBER 2025 GENERAL FUND REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE REPORT; HOUSING AUTHORITY REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE REPORT; STATUS OF
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
The Revenue and Expenditure Reports for the month ended September 30, 2025, have been provided to the City Manager in accordance with Stanton Municipal Code Section 2.20.080 (D) and are being provided to the City Council. This report includes information on both the City’s General Fund and the Housing Authority Fund.
1. The City Council finds that this item is not subject to California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) pursuant to Sections 15378(b)(5) (Organizational or administrative activities of governments that will not result in direct or indirect physical changes in the environment); and
2. Received and filed the General Fund and Housing Authority Fund September 2025 Revenue and Expenditure Reports and Status of Capital Improvement Projects for the month ended September 30, 2025.
9G. ADOPT RESOLUTION APPROVING THE ANNUAL MEASURE M2
EXPENDITURE REPORT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2025 Orange County Local Transportation Authority Ordinance No. 3 (“Ordinance”) requires that the City adopt a resolution approving an Annual Measure M2 Expenditure Report. This report accounts for the City’s share of Measure M2 revenues, developer/traffic impact fees, and the funds that were expended to satisfy the City’s Maintenance of Effort requirements (MOE). The Annual Measure M Expenditure Report for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2025, has been included as Exhibit A to the Resolution (Attachment A).
1. The City Council finds that this item is not subject to California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) pursuant to 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 of the CEQA Guidelines, California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Chapter 3, because it has no potential for resulting in physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly; and
2. Adopted Resolution No. 2025-35 approving the Annual Measure M2 Expenditure Report for the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2025; and
3. Directed staff to submit the report to the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA).
Special and Joint Regular Meeting – November 25, 2025 - Page 5 of 17 9H. ACCEPTANCE OF THE FISCAL YEAR (FY) 25/26 CITYWIDE SIDEWALK REPAIR PROJECT (TASK CODE NO. 2026-103) BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF STANTON, CALIFORNIA
The FY 25/26 Citywide Sidewalk Repair Project, consisting of the removal and replacement of concrete sidewalks, curbs and gutters, along with all appurtenant work is now complete. The final construction cost for the project was $64,140. The City Engineer, in his judgment, certifies that the work was satisfactorily completed as of October 21, 2025, and recommends that the City Council accept the completed work performed on this project.
1. The City Council finds that this project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”), Class 1, Section 15301(c) as repair, maintenance, and minor alteration of existing streets, sidewalks, gutters, and similar facilities; and
2. Accepted the completion of improvements for the FY 25/26 Citywide Sidewalk Repair Project, as certified by the City Engineer, and affixed the date of October 21, 2025, as the date of completion of all work on this project; and
3. Approved the final construction contract amount of $64,140 with CJ Concrete Construction, Inc.; and
4. Directed the City Clerk within ten (10) days from the date of acceptance to file the Notice of Completion with the County Clerk-Recorder of the County of Orange; and
5. Directed City staff, after thirty-five (35) days has elapsed from the filing of the “Notice of Completion” with the County Clerk-Recorder, to make the retention payment to CJ Concrete Construction, Inc. in the amount of $3,207. 9I. ACCEPTANCE OF THE WESTERN STORM CHANNEL GRATE REPLACEMENT PROJECT (TASK CODE NO. 2026-401) BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF STANTON, CALIFORNIA
The Western Storm Channel Replacement Project, consisting of the removal and replacement of the storm channel inlet grate and all appurtenant work is now complete. The final construction cost for the project was $28,395. The City Engineer, in his judgment, certifies that the work was satisfactorily completed as of October 21, 2025, and recommends that the City Council accept the completed work performed on this project.
1. The City Council finds that this project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”), Class 1, Section 15301(b) as minor alteration of existing public utility; and
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2. Accepted the completion of improvements for the Western Storm Channel Grate Replacement Project, as certified by the City Engineer, and affixed the date of October 21, 2025, as the date of completion of all work on this project; and
3. Approved the final construction contract amount of $28,395 with G2 Construction, Inc.; and
4. Directed the City Clerk within ten (10) days from the date of acceptance to file the Notice of Completion with the County Clerk-Recorder of the County of Orange; and
5. Directed City staff, after thirty-five (35) days has elapsed from the filing of the “Notice of Completion” with the County Clerk-Recorder, to make the retention payment to G2 Construction, Inc. in the amount of $1,419.75. 9L. AWARD OF CONTRACT TO INTEGRATED DEMOLITION AND REMEDIATION, INC. FOR THE 8900 PACIFIC AVENUE DEMOLITION AND ABATEMENT PROJECT AND THE 8911 PACIFIC AVENUE DEMOLITION AND ABATEMENT PROJECT PURSUANT TO THE CITY’S HOMELESSNESS STATE OF
EMERGENCY AND IN THE INTEREST OF PUBLIC HEALTH, SAFETY, AND WELFARE IN THE AMOUNT OF $150,000
At its meeting of November 26, 2024, the City Council declared a local emergency caused by conditions and threatened conditions of homelessness within the City of Stanton. The Tina Pacific neighborhood has been particularly impacted by the state of emergency, with transients and homeless individuals regularly trespassing and breaking into vacant units. In fact, in recent history there have been three separate instances of fires started by transients and/or homeless individuals in vacant units/garages causing significant damage. In addition, calls for service specifically identified as homelessness-related have increased by 162 percent from 2023 to 2024 within the City, and the intensity and severity of complaints from Tina Pacific residents in relation to homelessness-related issues has increased over the last twelve months. Pursuant to the local emergency declaration, and in her capacity as the City’s Director of Emergency Services, the City Manager is requesting authorization to award a contract for demolition for 8900 Pacific Avenue and 8911 Pacific Avenue, which both have a history of being broken into by homeless individuals, to prevent further trespassing and vandalism and to preserve the public health, safety, and welfare of the community.
1. The City Council declared the work proposed under this scope increase to be categorically exempt under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Class 1, Section 15301(l)(3); and
2. Authorized staff to exercise an exception to the standard procurement procedures in the best interests of the City to preserve the public health, safety, and welfare of the community; and
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3. Approved an additional allocation of $150,000 from the Housing Authority Fund (#285) Fund Balance to Housing Authority Capital Outlay (Account No. 760100) for an amended total budget of $300,000; and
4. Awarded a construction contract to Integrated Demolition and Remediation, Inc., to provide professional demolition and abatement services in the amount of $150,000; and
5. Authorized the City Manager/Director of Emergency Services to bind the City of Stanton and Integrated Demolition and Remediation, Inc., in a contract to provide the services; and
6. Authorized the City Manager/Director of Emergency Services to approve contract change orders with Integrated Demolition and Remediation, Inc., as needed and determined by City staff, for any contingencies up to 15% of the contract amount; and
7. Authorized the City Manager/Director of Emergency Services to undertake all pre-demolition survey work in accordance with South Coast Air Quality Management District requirements within her signing authority. 9M. DECLARATION OF SURPLUS PROPERTY
Occasionally equipment purchased by the City has outlived its useful life and needs to be sold or otherwise disposed of. In compliance with the City’s Purchasing Policy and Procedures IV-4-12, staff is required to petition the City Manager and City Council to declare property surplus, obsolete, or unusable.
1. The City Council declared that this action is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) under Section 15378(b)(2) – continuing administrative or maintenance activities, such as purchase for supplies, personnel-related actions, general policy and procedure making; and
2. Declared the equipment listed on Attachment A as surplus; and
3. Directed staff to sell or salvage equipment according to the Administrative Policy IV-4-12: Purchasing Policy and Procedures.
Special and Joint Regular Meeting – November 25, 2025 - Page 8 of 17 9O. LOW AND MODERATE INCOME HOUSING ASSET FUND ANNUAL REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024-2025 (HOUSING AUTHORITY)
The attached Low and Moderate Income Housing Asset Fund Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 is being presented for consideration as required by State Law.
1. The Authority Board declared that the project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) under Section 15061(b)(3); and
2. Received and filed the Annual Progress Report.
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR
9J. AWARD A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT TO MATRIX
CONSULTING GROUP FOR A COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEE
NEXUS STUDY
The City seeks a firm to prepare a Comprehensive Development Impact Fee Nexus Study based on the proposed infrastructure requirements to support the City's General Plan growth projections. After completion of a competitive procurement process, staff recommends awarding a contract to Matrix Consulting Group for $32,500.
Motion/Second: Shawver/Warren
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: 4 (Shawver, Taylor, Torres, and Warren)
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: 1 (Barrios)
Motion unanimously carried:
1. The City Council declared this project to be categorically exempt under the California Environmental Quality Act, Section 15378(b)(5) – Organizational or administrative activities of governments that will not result in direct or indirect physical change in the environment; and
2. Awarded a professional services agreement to Matrix Consulting Group for a Comprehensive Development Impact Fee Nexus Study in the amount of $32,500; and
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3. Authorized the City Manager to bind the City of Stanton and Matrix Consulting Group in an Agreement to provide the services; and
4. Authorized the City Manager to approve a contingency in the amount of $3,250 to Matrix Consulting Group.
9K. AWARD OF CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR THE STANTON CENTRAL PARK TENNIS COURTS RENOVATION PROJECT (TASK CODE NO. 2025-202)
AND APPROVAL OF THE FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE PROFESSIONAL
SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH RHA LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT-PLANNERS, INC.
Five bids for the Stanton Central Park Tennis Courts Renovation Project were opened on September 30, 2025. Based on the post-bid analysis of the bids received, staff has determined the bid submitted by A2Z Construct, Inc. to be the lowest responsible and responsive bid at $380,100.00. To ensure construction of the Project is in conformance with the design, staff is recommending approval of a First Amendment to RHA Landscape Architects-Planners, Inc’s Agreement to extend the term of the Agreement and increase scope of work.
Motion/Second: Shawver/Taylor
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: 4 (Shawver, Taylor, Torres, and Warren)
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: 1 (Barrios)
Motion unanimously carried:
1. The City Council finds that this project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”), Class 1, Section 15301(a) as operation, repair, and minor interior or exterior alterations of existing public facilities; and
2. Awarded a construction contract for the Stanton Central Park Tennis Courts Renovation Project to A2Z Construct, Inc. for the bid amount of $380,100.00 and reject all other bids; and
3. Authorized the City Manager to bind the City of Stanton and A2Z Construct, Inc. in a contract for the construction; and
4. Authorized the City Manager to approve contract change orders, not to exceed $38,010.00; and
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5. Approved the First Amendment to the existing Agreement with RHA Landscape Architect-Planners, Inc. and allowed the City Attorney to make minor edits as necessary prior to the execution of the Amendment; and
6. Authorized the City Manager to execute the First Amendment to the existing Agreement with RHA Landscape Architect-Planners, Inc.
9N. APPROVAL OF FIRST AMENDMENT TO PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH CSG CONSULTANTS, INC. TO PROVIDE ON CALL
SERVICES RELATED TO BUILDING AND SAFETY SERVICES
At its meeting of November 8, 2022, the City Council awarded a contract to CSG Consultants, Inc. to provide on-call building and plan check services. The three-year contract, expiring on December 30, 2025, provides for two optional one-year extensions. The proposed First Amendment presented for the Council’s consideration exercises the first of the one-year extensions, extending the term of the Agreement to December 30, 2026, and increases the compensation based on consultant’s adjusted rates under Section 3.3.1 of the amended Agreement.
Motion/Second: Shawver/Taylor
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: 4 (Shawver, Taylor, Torres, and Warren)
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: 1 (Barrios)
Motion unanimously carried:
1. The City Council finds that the recommended actions are exempt from CEQA per Section15378(b)(5) which excludes organizational or administrative activities of governments that will not result in direct or indirect physical changes in the environment; and
2. Approved the First Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with CSG Consultants, Inc. and allowed the City Attorney to make minor edits as necessary prior to the execution of the Amendment; and
3. Authorized the City Manager to execute the First Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with CSG Consultants, Inc.
Special and Joint Regular Meeting – November 25, 2025 - Page 11 of 17 9P. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF STANTON, CALIFORNIA APPROVING SUBDIVISION PARCEL MAP NO. 2022-152 The subdivision parcel map for the development of four detached single-family dwelling units located at 7082 Kermore Lane has been submitted by the developer for final certification and recordation.
Motion/Second: Shawver/Warren
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: 4 (Shawver, Taylor, Torres, and Warren)
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: 1 (Barrios)
Motion unanimously carried:
1. The City Council declared this project categorically exempt under the California Environmental Quality Act, Class 3, Section 15303 (New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures); and
2. Adopted Resolution No. 2025-36 approving final Parcel Map No. 2022-152, entitled:
“A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
STANTON, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING SUBDIVISION PARCEL MAP
NO. 2022-152 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 7082 KERMORE
LANE”; and
3. Finds that the recordation of Parcel Map No. 2022-152 will not be in violation of any of the provisions of Section 66474, 66474.1, and 66474.2 of the Subdivision Map Act; and
4. Finds that the proposed subdivision, together with the provisions for its design and improvement, is consistent with the general plan required by Article 5 (commencing with Section 65300) of Chapter 3 of Division 1 of the Government Code, or any specific plan adopted pursuant to Article 8 (commencing with Section 65450) of Chapter 3 of Division 1 of the Government Code; and
5. Authorized the Mayor to execute the Subdivision Improvement Agreement for Parcel Map No. 2022-152; and
6. Directed the City Engineer to review and approve any further technical edits necessary to allow for County Surveyor approval and for recordation of the map with the County Recorder of Orange County, and if edits are necessary, to require a revised Parcel Map; and
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7. Directed the City Clerk to endorse on the face of the map of the Parcel Map, the certificate which embodies the approval of said map, and submit the map to the County Recorder of Orange County for recording.
10. PUBLIC HEARINGS
10A. CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 20.400.330 OF
THE STANTON MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO ACCESSORY DWELLING
UNITS AND JUNIOR ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS AND FINDING THAT THE
ACTION IS STATUTORILY EXEMPT FROM CEQA UNDER PUBLIC
RESOURCES CODE §21080.17
The City Council is asked to hold a public hearing before considering adoption of Ordinance No. 1167 which proposes to amend Section 20.400.330 of the Stanton Municipal Code to comply with recent changes to state law that impose new limits on local authorities to regulate Accessory Dwelling Units (“ADUs”) and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units (“JADUs”).
Staff report by Ms. Hannah Shin-Heydorn, City Manager.
The public hearing was opened.
No one appearing to speak, the public hearing was closed.
Motion/Second: Shawver/Taylor
ROLL CALL VOTE: Council Member Barrios ABSENT
Council Member Taylor AYE
Council Member Warren AYE
Mayor Pro Tem Torres AYE
Mayor Shawver AYE
Motion unanimously carried:
1. The City Council conducted a public hearing, waived the full reading, and introduced for first reading by title only, Ordinance 1167, entitled:
“AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF STANTON AMENDING SECTION 20.400.330 OF THE STANTON MUNICIPAL CODE
RELATING TO ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS AND JUNIOR
ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS AND FINDING THE ACTION TO BE
STATUTORILY EXEMPT FROM CEQA UNDER PUBLIC RESOURCES
CODE § 21080.17”; and
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2. Finds that the adoption of the proposed ordinance is statutorily exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under Public Resources Code § 21080.17; and
3. Set said Ordinance No. 1167 for second reading at the regular City Council meeting of December 9, 2025.
11. UNFINISHED BUSINESS None.
12. NEW BUSINESS
12A. CONSIDERATION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1166 ADDING CHAPTER 9.51,
PROHIBITION OF THE SALE AND DISTRIBUTION OF KRATOM AND KRATOM
PRODUCTS, TO THE STANTON MUNICIPAL CODE
The City Council will consider adopting Ordinance No. 1166, which, if adopted, would add Chapter 9.51 to Stanton’s Municipal Code, prohibiting the sale and distribution of kratom and kratom products in the City of Stanton.
Staff report by Ms. Hannah Shin-Heydorn, City Manager.
Public Comment:
• Mr. Ryan Sherman, Legislative Consultant/Advocate, California Narcotic Officers’ Association, spoke in support of prohibiting the sale/distribution of concentrated, synthetic 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH).
E-Public Comment:
• Mr. Anthony Rosa wrote in opposition to the proposed ordinance and stated that synthetic 7-hydroxymitragynine derivatives should be restricted and not be included in the decision pertaining to lab tested natural kratom leaf powder.
• Mr. Chris Reedy, Reedy Asset Management, Inc., wrote in opposition to the proposed ordinance.
• Mr. Justin Wolf, Co-Founder and CEO, New Brew, wrote in opposition to the proposed ordinance and stated that a more effective approach is commonsense regulation, similar to the framework recently adopted in Riverside County and Fresno County.
• Ms. Lora Romney, International Plant & Herbal Alliance, wrote in opposition to the proposed ordinance and asks that the City consider advocating for smart regulation rather than a complete ban.
• Mr. Matthew Chavira, wrote in opposition to the proposed ordinance and stated that he is in full support of regulation rather than a complete ban. • Mr. Matthew Steven, wrote in opposition to the proposed ordinance and stated that he is in support of responsible regulation rather than a complete ban.
Special and Joint Regular Meeting – November 25, 2025 - Page 14 of 17 • Ms. Misty Brown, wrote in opposition to the proposed ordinance. • Mr. Ryan Sherman, Legislative Consultant/Advocate, California Narcotic Officers’ Association, wrote in support of prohibiting the sale/distribution of concentrated, synthetic 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH).
• Ms. Simona Paparelli Wolf, wrote in opposition to the proposed ordinance and stated that he is in support of regulation rather than a complete ban.
Motion/Second: Torres/Taylor
ROLL CALL VOTE: Council Member Barrios ABSENT
Council Member Taylor AYE
Council Member Warren AYE
Mayor Pro Tem Torres AYE
Mayor Shawver AYE
Motion unanimously carried:
1. The City Council finds this action is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) pursuant to Sections 15060(c)(2) and 15060(c)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines because this action will not result in a physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly; and
2. Introduced and waived first reading of Ordinance No. 1166, entitled:
“AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF STANTON, CALIFORNIA, ADDING CHAPTER 9.51 (PROHIBITION OF THE SALE
AND DISTRIBUTION OF KRATOM AND KRATOM PRODUCTS) TO
TITLE 9 (PEACE, SAFETY AND MORALS) OF THE CITY OF STANTON MUNICIPAL CODE”; and
3. Set said Ordinance No. 1166 for second reading at the regular City Council meeting of December 9, 2025.
12B. ENGINEERING AND TRAFFIC SURVEY FINDINGS FOR WESTERN AVENUE In response to a City Council-initiated item from May 2025, staff reviewed the most recent Engineering and Traffic Survey (2024) for Western Avenue to determine whether posted speed limits remain appropriate and whether speeding is occurring at a level that warrants corrective action. The survey data indicates that the majority of motorists are traveling within the posted speed limits, and no speed limit changes are warranted under State of California requirements.
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Motion/Second: Taylor/Torres
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: 4 (Shawver, Taylor, Torres, and Warren)
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: 1 (Barrios)
Motion unanimously carried:
1. The City Council finds that the recommended actions are exempt from CEQA per Section15378(b)(5) which excludes organizational or administrative activities of governments that will not result in direct or indirect physical changes in the environment; and
2. Received and filed the Engineering and Traffic Survey findings related to Western Avenue.
13. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS – PUBLIC None.
14. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS None.
15. MAYOR/CHAIRMAN/COUNCIL/AGENCY/AUTHORITY INITIATED BUSINESS 15A. COMMITTEE REPORTS/COUNCIL/AGENCY/AUTHORITY ANNOUNCEMENTS • Mayor Shawver reported on the upcoming Annual Harry's Cafe Thanksgiving Dinner event, which is scheduled to be held on November 27, 2025 at Harry’s Café on Katella Avenue from 1-5 PM.
• Mayor Shawver reported on and expressed his gratitude to the City in sponsoring the Friends of Families Food Drive event, which was held on November 22, 2025 at Stanton Park.
• Mayor Shawver reported on the upcoming Youth Assistance Foundation Santa’s Siren event and Christmas toy drive.
• Mayor Shawver reported on the City's Annual Adopt-A-Tree program, which was held on November 24, 2025, and expressed his gratitude to both Home Depot Store #6952 and the Holiday Tree Farms, Inc. for their partnership and donation to the City's annual Adopt-A-Tree program.
Special and Joint Regular Meeting – November 25, 2025 - Page 16 of 17 • Council Member Warren reported on the upcoming Annual Harry's Cafe Thanksgiving Dinner event, which is scheduled to be held on November 27, 2025, at Harry’s Café on Katella Avenue from 1-5 PM.
• Council Member Warren reported on and expressed his gratitude to the City in sponsoring the Friends of Families Food Drive event, which was held on November 22, 2025, at Stanton Park.
• Council Member Warren reported on his attendance at the D-BAT Orange County West, grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony, which was held on November 22, 2025, at 11720 Seaboard Circle, Stanton.
• Council Member Warren reported on his attendance with Assemblymember Tri Ta to the Ironworkers Training Facility (California Field Iron Worker) local elected and official’s tour, sharing about their mission, current operations, and apprenticeship programs that help build local infrastructure. 15B. COUNCIL/AGENCY/AUTHORITY INITIATED ITEMS FOR A FUTURE COUNCIL
MEETING
Council Member Warren requested to agendize for discussion observance of cultural heritage days by either proclamation and/or social media policy. 15C. COUNCIL/AGENCY/AUTHORITY INITIATED ITEMS FOR A FUTURE STUDY
SESSION
None.
16. ITEMS FROM CITY ATTORNEY/AGENCY COUNSEL/AUTHORITY COUNSEL None.
17. ITEMS FROM CITY MANAGER/EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Ms. Hannah Shin-Heydorn, City Manager, reported on the City’s upcoming Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony event, which is scheduled to be held on December 4, 2025, at Stanton City Hall, beginning at 6:30 PM, rain or shine.