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Last discussed Jul 21, 2026.

Public comments (10)

SupportiveJackie JordanJul 21, 2026

Presented a proposal for developing the Whispering Hills site for affordable housing serving seniors and single parents.

City Council - Regular Meeting - Jul 21, 2026 · 1:40:20 →
ConcernedWendy RocchioJun 16, 2026

Expressed concerns about a growing rat infestation and overflowing commercial dumpsters near her neighborhood, asking the city for increased inspection and enforcement.

City Council - Regular Meeting - Jun 16, 2026 · 9:13 →
ConcernedDana SilvaJun 16, 2026

Raised concerns about brush clearance planting spacing, street repaving schedules in Portola Hills, e-bike enforcement, and solicitor permits.

City Council - Regular Meeting - Jun 16, 2026 · 27:28 →
ConcernedBrooke MaynardJun 16, 2026

Expressed long-standing expectations for a public park at Whispering Hills and asked questions about park size, parking, and housing units.

City Council - Regular Meeting - Jun 16, 2026 · 38:26 →
OpposedAmanda SheikJun 16, 2026

Questioned the process behind abandoning the park dedication and asked for clarity on land ownership, future management, and slope grading.

City Council - Regular Meeting - Jun 16, 2026 · 42:34 →
OpposedTom EmickJun 16, 2026

Urged the council to vote no on abandoning the park designation, arguing the city should honor its 1999 promise to build a park.

City Council - Regular Meeting - Jun 16, 2026 · 45:18 →
SupportiveJennifer GuyJun 16, 2026

Expressed support for the proposed senior housing and deed-restricted park concept while noting the need for traffic management.

City Council - Regular Meeting - Jun 16, 2026 · 45:37 →
SupportiveKenton BetcherJun 16, 2026

Shared historical context about the 1986 development agreements and expressed support for the concept of combining a park with senior affordable housing.

City Council - Regular Meeting - Jun 16, 2026 · 1:08:10 →
SupportiveAndrea AlexanderMar 3, 2026

Expressed support for the amended loan agreement, noting that acquiring the property is a vital first step for the Aspan Court project.

City Council - Regular Meeting - Mar 3, 2026 · 1:02:14 →
OpposedAndrew O'ConnorMar 3, 2026

Raised concerns about project delays, potential litigation from property owners, and air quality issues near the reclamation plant.

City Council - Regular Meeting - Mar 3, 2026 · 1:03:21 →

News & external sources (8)

PlanetizenAug 12, 2026

Less than 6% of California cities are building enough housing for very low-income households

Less than 6% of California cities are building enough housing for very low-income households Planetizen

The OklahomanJun 25, 2026

Rent analysis shows this town is Oklahoma's most affordable place to live

Rent analysis shows this town is Oklahoma's most affordable place to live The Oklahoman

Voice of OCApr 14, 2026

Lake Forest Looks to Develop Vacant Site As Affordable Housing

Lake Forest Looks to Develop Vacant Site As Affordable Housing Voice of OC

Affordable Housing FinanceApr 30, 2025

Developers Unveil Affordable Housing in Master-Planned Community

Developers Unveil Affordable Housing in Master-Planned Community Affordable Housing Finance

WhatNowApr 1, 2025

More Affordable Housing Coming to Lake Forest as City Approves New Project

More Affordable Housing Coming to Lake Forest as City Approves New Project WhatNow

Voice of OCMar 31, 2025

Lake Forest Officials Approve Another Affordable Housing Project

Lake Forest Officials Approve Another Affordable Housing Project Voice of OC

Seniors Housing BusinessNov 27, 2023

Community HousingWorks Opens Portola Senior Apartments in Lake Forest, California

Community HousingWorks Opens Portola Senior Apartments in Lake Forest, California Seniors Housing Business

Orange County RegisterMay 3, 2016

Lake Forest, Irvine among fastest-growing cities in the state because of housing boom

Lake Forest, Irvine among fastest-growing cities in the state because of housing boom Orange County Register