Victor Barrios

The meeting included a Closed Session to discuss anticipated litigation and real property negotiations concerning 11241 Beach Boulevard. The Joint Regular Session featured a presentation on the Townsend Public Affairs State and Federal Legislative report. The Consent Calendar addressed the approval of warrants covering December 19, 2025, through January 9, 2026, the continuance of the local emergency proclamation regarding the homelessness crisis, the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for Fiscal Year 2024-25 with clean audit opinions, and the First Amendment to the Agreement for Stanton Family Resource Center services. Unfinished Business involved a presentation on the Unfunded Accrued Liability (UAL) for the City and OCFA. New Business focused on consideration for appointment to fill a vacancy on the Stanton Public Safety Committee. Initiated business included a discussion on the codification of the City's new flag.

This document serves as a Notice and Call for a Special Meeting of the City Council, Successor Agency, and Housing Authority scheduled for January 13, 2026. The agenda covers closed session items including anticipated litigation and real property negotiations concerning 11241 Beach Boulevard. The regular session agenda includes special presentations recognizing an award honoree and providing an update on homeless outreach activities. The consent calendar addresses the approval of warrants covering November 29, 2025, through December 22, 2025, the approval of minutes from the December 9, 2025, meeting, Mayor's appointments to various bodies requiring FPPC Form 806 adoption, resolutions amending the Position Classification Manual and Salary and Benefits Resolution to establish a Principal Civil Engineer classification, and a city co-sponsorship request for the Stanton Lions Club Annual Car Show. New business includes a study session on residential tenants' and landlords' rights and responsibilities. The document also notes that the joint meeting is being held concurrently with the City Council, Successor Agency, and Housing Authority bodies.

The meeting included a recap of the Easter Egg Hunt event and an invitation to the Commissioners for the Paint the Town with Love event, which includes beautification projects. Information was shared about the upcoming Senior Resource Fair. An overview of the roles and objectives of the Commission was presented. The commission also conducted a reorganization, electing a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson. There was a discussion regarding the evaluation process for selecting community classes, an update on the tennis court remodel, and communication via social media regarding Talk on the Block events.

The City Council convened for a special joint meeting, addressing real property negotiations, public employee appointments, labor negotiations, and existing litigation in closed session. During the regular meeting, updates were provided on state and federal legislation, and a proclamation was made for Drowning Prevention Awareness Months. The council approved warrants, minutes from previous meetings, and an amendment to an agreement for family resource center services. A resolution was adopted for a subdivision tract map, and a construction contract was awarded for a citywide street resurfacing project. Discussions also included committee reports, council announcements, alternative resources for enforcing anti-camping laws, and improving public safety with business owners. The Orange County Sheriff's Department provided an update on their current operations.

The Planning Commission meeting included discussions on the Capital Improvement Program for the 2023-2024 Fiscal Year, finding it consistent with the General Plan. There were inquiries about oil recycling in Stanton and the inclusion of new businesses in City Newsletters. A workshop with the City Attorney was planned to discuss new laws in California. A presentation was given on recent housing law updates. The City Council requested a report from the Planning Commission. Amendments to the Stanton Municipal Code pertaining to temporary uses and special events were reviewed.