Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in La Mirada public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
7 issues with medium priority
Neighborhood Slurry Seal Area 7 Completion
The slurry seal of Valley View Avenue — from Rosecrans to 330 feet south of Alondra, and northbound lanes from Park Place to Artesia — is officially done, with the city accepting the work and releasing retention payments.
Santa Gertrudes Avenue Restriping
A revised striping plan for Santa Gertrudes Avenue north of La Mirada Boulevard is scheduled for adoption. Lane markings can affect traffic flow and safety for everyone who drives that stretch.
Splash! Regional Aquatics Center Operations
Plans and specifications for the Phase 1 pool deck renovation at the Splash! Regional Aquatics Center were approved, and the project will be advertised for sealed bids.
Shop La Mirada Rewards Program
A proposed shop-local app would give shoppers 5% back at La Mirada businesses (10% at city facilities) from a $50,000 city-funded rewards bank, with a $2,430 annual subscription. Council could launch it as soon as next month for the holidays.
Biola University Master Plan Peer Review
The city hired Eyestone Environmental for $49,345 to independently review Biola's master plan update environmental document — a check on the university's expansion plans across from City Hall.
Potential school field-use agreement for city sports
Mayor Otero reported a productive meeting with Norwalk-La Mirada Unified School District about a land-use agreement that would let city sports programs use school fields.
Theater engagement contract dispute
The council met in closed session over anticipated litigation involving conflicting theater engagement contracts at the La Mirada Theatre; no action was reported.