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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in La Mirada public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Inclusionary Housing Ordinance Phase 1
The city is proposing a Phase 1 inclusionary housing ordinance, which would shape how new residential development addresses affordable housing. The financial evaluation is intended to show what the requirements would cost developers and mean for the city.
Splash! Regional Aquatics Center Operations
Plans and specifications for the Phase 1 pool deck renovation at the Splash! Regional Aquatics Center were approved, and the project will be advertised for sealed bids.
Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program Funding
The Council is scheduled to consider a $338,727 budget amendment to keep the Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program going using federal CDBG funds. That program helps La Mirada homeowners pay for repairs to their homes.
Santa Gertrudes Avenue Restriping
A revised striping plan for Santa Gertrudes Avenue north of La Mirada Boulevard is scheduled for adoption. Lane markings can affect traffic flow and safety for everyone who drives that stretch.
Discount Store Regulations
The council is crafting permanent rules for discount stores before the moratorium expires December 10. The revised approach drops a hard cap and instead requires new stores to win a conditional use permit from the Planning Commission, with upkeep and signage standards applying to existing stores within a year.
Neighborhood Slurry Seal Area 7 Completion
The slurry seal of Valley View Avenue — from Rosecrans to 330 feet south of Alondra, and northbound lanes from Park Place to Artesia — is officially done, with the city accepting the work and releasing retention payments.
New Electronic Marquee at City Hall
City Hall will get a $125,480 electronic marquee to broadcast city news and events to passersby.
Biola University Master Plan Peer Review
The city hired Eyestone Environmental for $49,345 to independently review Biola's master plan update environmental document — a check on the university's expansion plans across from City Hall.
Shop La Mirada Rewards Program
A proposed shop-local app would give shoppers 5% back at La Mirada businesses (10% at city facilities) from a $50,000 city-funded rewards bank, with a $2,430 annual subscription. Council could launch it as soon as next month for the holidays.
Theater engagement contract dispute
The council met in closed session over anticipated litigation involving conflicting theater engagement contracts at the La Mirada Theatre; no action was reported.
City Hall tree replacement proposal and invasive beetle damage
A local Boy Scout told the council the eucalyptus trees at City Hall are infested with an invasive leaf beetle, messy, and non-native, and proposed replacing them with drought-tolerant western redbuds, Spartan junipers, and a deodar cedar to boost curb appeal and Tree City USA standing.
Potential school field-use agreement for city sports
Mayor Otero reported a productive meeting with Norwalk-La Mirada Unified School District about a land-use agreement that would let city sports programs use school fields.
E-bike safety enforcement study
Mayor Pro Tem De Ruse reported on Chula Vista's new e-bike enforcement ordinance and said La Mirada may follow its progress, noting crash data on e-bikes is still new.
Winter Storms Preparation Plan
Forecasters give a strong El Niño a greater than 90% chance of lasting through February 2027, raising risks of flooding, road damage, and fallen trees. The plan covers drain cleaning, facility protection, contractor agreements, and resident education — storm season starts December 1.