California Record
La Mesa
MA

Mark Arapostathis

Mayor2022-2026

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At a glance

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Term ending Dec 31, 2026.

Voice

Meetings spoken in
14
Total speaking time
2:02:18
Avg per meeting
8:44
Segments
2116

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Top issues during term (17)(Development)

high↓Feb 2026[11]

Grossmont Center Commercial Redevelopment

Private investments at Grossmont Center and the village enhance local tax generation and commercial vitality.

medium↑Oct 2026[10]

Design Modifications for Mixed-Use Project at 4757 Palm Avenue

Unknown at this stage of review.

high↓Jun 2026[5]

Construction Dust and Truck Staging on Jericho Road

Generates private investment and future property tax revenue for the city.

high↓Jun 2026[4]

First Church of Christ Scientist Expansion (Project 2026-0092)

Private project investment funded by the applicant.

high↓Jan 2026[3]

Handel's Ice Cream Outdoor Dining Permit

Permit fees remain consistent with existing schedules, with no new fees required for compliant existing operators.

high↓May 2026[2]

Sawyer House Accessory Dwelling Unit Proposal

Private property investment with potential impacts on historic property valuation.

high↓May 2026[2]

Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Allocations

$464,440 in federal HUD grant funds allocated for FY 2027.

high↓Jun 2026[2]

Sparrow Academy Enrollment and Neighborhood Traffic

None specified for the city budget.

medium↓Jun 2026[2]

La Perla Way Annexation and Wastewater Connection

Applicant paid required processing and application fees.

high↓Mar 2026[1]

114-Unit Mixed-Use Development at Palm and Allison

Private investment in a multi-unit housing and commercial project utilizing state density bonus incentives.

medium↓Apr 2026[1]

Variance Request for 8800 Joris Way Setback

Minimal private costs borne by the applicant for permit processing.

medium↓Mar 2026[1]

Major Façade Remodel at 8740-8748 La Mesa Boulevard

Private property improvement costs funded by the building owner.

medium↓Apr 2026[1]

Commercial Façade Remodel for Handel's Ice Cream at 7995 La Mesa Boulevard

Private commercial investment with potential sales tax generation for the city.

high↓Mar 2026[1]

Medical Office Building Redevelopment at 8787 Center Drive

Private commercial investment in healthcare infrastructure.

medium↓Feb 2026[1]

Goodwill Industries Facade Redesign

Private investment by Goodwill Industries.

high→Mar 2026[0]

Downtown Mixed-Use Development and Scale

Private investment will significantly alter the downtown commercial landscape and add residential density.

medium↓Feb 2023[0]

affordable housing development

This could mean more affordable places to live, easing the burden on your wallet.

Decisions during term (6)

Recorded while Arapostathis was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.