Council approves Neighborhoods Where We All Belong Zoning Overhaul, 5–2

Neighborhoods Where We All Belong Zoning Overhaul

5 yes, 2 no

Andrea Marr (yes), John Stephens (yes), Jeff Pettis (no), Loren Gameros (yes), Manuel Chavez (yes), Arlis Reynolds (yes), Mike Buley (no)

Adoption of Safety Element, Climate Action Plan, and Environmental Justice Policies

5 yes, 2 no

Mike Buley (no), Loren Gameros (yes), Jeff Pettis (no), Arlis Reynolds (yes), Manuel Chavez (yes), Andrea Marr (yes), John Stephens (yes)

Consent Calendar Approval

7 yes, 0 no

Continuation of Consolidated Master Fee Schedule

7 yes, 0 no

Conditional Use Permit Reconsideration for Ohio House

7 yes, 0 no

Award of Fire Station No. 2 Reconstruction Project

7 yes, 0 no

Authorization of Lease Revenue Bonds for Fire Station No. 2

7 yes, 0 no

PROCEDURAL WAIVER: WAIVE THE FULL READING OF ALL ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS

7 yes, 0 no

READING FOLDER

7 yes, 0 no

ADOPTION OF WARRANT RESOLUTION 26-418

7 yes, 0 no

MINUTES

7 yes, 0 no

Small Lot Ordinance Zoning Code Amendment

Citywide

Comprehensive citywide zoning code amendments, general plan updates, objective design standards, and specific plan revisions.

still under-review

Neighborhoods Where We All Belong

A comprehensive zoning code amendment, general plan update, and design standards package implementing Measure K and housing element requirements.

approved (5-2) · still approved

Ohio House Sober Living Home Reasonable Accommodation Appeal

115 East Wilson Street, Units A through E

A conditional use permit request to operate a sober living home serving up to 45 adults across five residential units.

approved (7-0) · still approved

Climate Action and Adaptation Plan and Safety Element Updates

The city adopted updated policies for climate resilience, safety hazards, and environmental justice to comply with state laws and position itself for grant funding.

What it means: Residents who will benefit from improved tree canopy, cooling centers, and community resilience.

Existing Litigation and Legal Defense Strategy

The council is reviewing multiple active lawsuits, including state housing department challenges and local property disputes, which could impact city policies and finances.

What it means: Legal counsel and involved litigants participate directly in the resolution of these disputes.

Municipal Facilities Master Plan & Deferred Maintenance

The council will review lease revenue bonds and award a construction contract to rebuild Fire Station No. 2, improving emergency response infrastructure.

What it means: Costa Mesa residents and firefighters who will benefit from updated emergency facilities and improved public safety services.

Successor Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) for City Labor Units

The city is holding closed-door labor talks with executive employees, the fire association, and the fire management association to work out contracts and compensation.

What it means: City executive and fire personnel may benefit from negotiated salary and benefit adjustments.

Comprehensive Housing Element Implementation and Zoning Overhaul

The city adopted a comprehensive zoning overhaul to implement Measure K and the housing element, creating options for mixed-use and multifamily housing along commercial corridors.

What it means: Property owners, developers, and future residents seeking housing options in Costa Mesa.

Fire Station No. 2 Reconstruction and Financing

The city moved forward with a long-awaited $14.8 million construction contract and $16 million in lease revenue bonds to rebuild the aging Fire Station No. 2.

What it means: The project will cost approximately $19.34 million total, funded by capital improvement cash and $14 million in net bond proceeds with annual debt service of about $1.13 million.

Sober Living Home Regulation & Neighborhood Compatibility

The council considered whether to approve a conditional use permit allowing the Ohio House sober living home on East Wilson Street to operate for up to 45 adults across five units.

What it means: Residents in recovery who gain stable housing and structured support.