Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Laguna Hills public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
10 issues in roads with medium priority
Curb Ramps and Street Improvements
The city is moving forward with upgrading non-compliant curb ramps, funded mostly by a federal grant. None are serious safety hazards — they just don't meet current standards.
Avenida de la Carlota Traffic Signal Synchronization
The city joined regional programs to upgrade signals along La Paz Road and Cabot Road with other cities — better traffic flow on corridors residents drive daily, with only anonymous vehicle-count data shared.
Measure M compliance and street funding
The council adopted the annual state-required list of streets eligible for gas tax (SB 1) funding. Actual spending choices on specific roads come later.
Moulton Parkway Median Island Modification (CIP 303)
A median island safety fix at Moulton Parkway and Mandeville Drive moves to bidding, over one council member's objection.
Southbound Cabot Road Closures
SoCal Gas plans to close southbound Cabot Road for construction work; drivers should expect detours.
Parking Stall Delineation on Via Lomas
A plan to paint parallel parking spaces on Via Lomas was pushed to a future meeting so questions could be answered.
Paseo de Valencia and Cabot Road Active Transportation Enhancements (CIP 191)
The council hired Psomas for $817,298 to design walking and biking upgrades along two major corridors.
Engineering and Traffic Survey for Speed Limits
A report on the engineering and traffic survey that guides speed limit settings was scheduled for review. Speed surveys can affect posted limits on city streets.
Traffic Conditions on Ericson Way
A staff report reviewing traffic conditions on Ericson Way was scheduled for the Commission's review.
Santa Maria Avenue pavement management project
Laguna Hills and Laguna Woods will jointly manage repaving of eastbound Santa Maria Avenue between Santa Vittoria Drive and Moulton Parkway — smoother pavement for drivers on that corridor.