Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Paramount public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
3 issues in parks rec with medium priority
Historic preservation and oral history project
The council got a look at the finished 1970-1999 historic context statement and an overview of historic preservation ordinances, and agreed to keep moving toward a possible local ordinance with incentives like Mills Act property tax relief.
Santa Train Stop Relocation to Orange Avenue
Staff recommended moving the popular Santa train stop from Murray Street to 15328 Orange Avenue, cutting the number of affected homes from 159 to 74 and keeping a lane open for emergency vehicles. The council agreed to try it for the upcoming holiday season.
Hay Tree Pocket Park design unveiled
Conceptual renderings show a mini park with outdoor dining, a lawn, playful cow-themed art and the historic hay tree preserved — but no construction funding has been identified yet.