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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Costa Mesa public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Successor Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) for City Labor Units
The council was set to adopt side letters with the firefighters' and fire management associations for temporary upgrade pay, and a salary resolution adjusting pay for the city manager and assistant city manager. These decisions affect public safety staffing costs and executive compensation.
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.
Sidewalk and Traffic Infrastructure Investments
Following new state legislation (AB 382), the city adopted a resolution lowering school zone speed limits on residential streets to 20 mph. This change aims to increase pedestrian safety for children walking and biking to local schools like College Park Elementary.