Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Laguna Hills public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
12 issues in parks rec with low priority
Library Services and Children's Reading
Wheeler reported the county library board couldn't reach quorum on new bylaws, a library refurbishment may be coming, and Pezold floated using library funds for a tutor pilot program for low readers — though Wheeler noted reading instruction is a school district function.
2028 Olympic community hub proposal
Mayor Caskey floated hosting an Olympic community viewing hub at Heritage Park in 2028, with potential SCAG funding of $100,000-$500,000. Councilmembers expressed interest, and the city is also in talks to host national team training.
Tentative 2027 events calendar
Staff want to concentrate volunteer events into April, hold a June city open house, move movies in the park to October for better attendance, and add a European-style holiday market with the tree lighting — all still tentative pending budget adoption.
Harvest in the Hills event
Saturday's second annual Harvest in the Hills runs 4-6 p.m. on the Town Green, free to the public, with five sponsors, pie-eating contests, a magic show and a first-ever stage.
Laguna Hills Lions Club formation
Vice Chair Huggins is recruiting 20 members to charter a new Laguna Hills Lions Club to support city projects and community service, with a table at Saturday's Harvest in the Hills and estimated dues of $35 to join and about $200 a year.
High school banner partnership
Laguna Hills High School gets 32 street banners celebrating its students and championship teams around campus — a 'one town, one team' pride project costing about $8,945 to start.
Holiday Lights Display vendor proposal
A vendor proposal from The Christmas Kings for the city's Holiday Lights Display is headed to the City Council with the commission's blessing and some suggested changes. The council makes the final call.
2026 Holiday Event Series
The commission reviewed plans for the 2026 holiday event season and forwarded its input to the City Council, which will finalize the series.
2026 Summer Series
The city's summer lineup of community events is on deck. The commission reviewed the pre-event plan.
America250 Celebration
Laguna Hills is planning programming for the nation's 250th anniversary. Details are still coming together.
Orange County Senior Games
Chair Zozaya raised questions about the upcoming Orange County Senior Games, a regional senior sports event on the city's calendar.
2026 Fourth of July Fireworks
The council approved the fireworks agreement with Garden State Fireworks, keeping the city's July 4 show on for 2026.