Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in San Clemente public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
6 issues in public safety
Fire Chief Labor Negotiations
The council was scheduled to discuss labor negotiations concerning the Fire Chief position in a closed session.
Emergency Proclamations for Tropical Storm Rachel and Hurricane Marie
The council will consider declaring a local emergency for Tropical Storm Rachel while extending the existing emergency proclamation for Hurricane Marie.
Enhanced Fireworks Enforcement Ordinance
The council introduced a new municipal code chapter to crack down on illegal fireworks using stricter local penalties and exploring modern surveillance and drone technologies.
Fourth of July Public Safety and Crowd Control
The city is considering a new ordinance to crack down on illegal fireworks and strengthen local enforcement mechanisms.
Citywide Emergency Management Strategic Plan Implementation
The council will consider declaring a local emergency for Tropical Storm Rachel while extending the existing emergency proclamation for Hurricane Marie.
Norte Fire Local Emergency Ratification
Following the Norte Fire that destroyed several homes and forced massive evacuations, city and fire officials are rushing to install sandbags and clear storm drains before impending El Nino rainstorms trigger dangerous mudslides and debris flows.