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Commission advances volunteer program

Huntington BeachJan 14, 20262 min read

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The Commission moved forward with a citywide outdoor volunteer program, elected its Chair and Vice Chair for the year, and tabled a proposed standard for flagpole height and flag size in parks and facilities.

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The meeting focused on organizing volunteer work in parks and other outdoor spaces, with staff describing a single program to coordinate projects like cleanups, park adoption efforts, and larger improvements. Commissioners supported establishing a review process for these volunteer projects so the City can manage approvals and liability. They also put off a proposed rule for flagpole size and height after questions about whether exceptions would be allowed, including for a request tied to Huntington Valley Little League. The Commission also formed liaison groups to help plan America 250 celebration activities and received updates on several park improvement projects.

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Approved the October 8, 2025 meeting minutes, 6-0-1 with Gruel absent.
Re-elected McHardy as Chair, 6-0-1 with Gruel absent.
Elected Baker as Vice Chair, 6-0-1 with Gruel absent.
Established three liaison groups to support America 250 celebration planning, 6-0-1 with Gruel absent.
Tabled the flagpole criteria standardization item after discussion.

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Community & Library Services Commission

Jan 14, 2026, 6:00 PMCivic Center, Lower Level, Council Chambersscheduled

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CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
PRESENTATIONS
SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATIONS
PUBLIC COMMENTS
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Request approval of October 8, 2025, meeting minutes.
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ELECTION OF OFFICERS
Election of Chair and Vice-Chair - The Community & Library Services Commission shall hold its annual election of Officers. The Director of Community & Library Services shall preside over the election of Chair. Nominations shall be taken from the floor. After the election of Chair, the new Chair shall preside over the remainder of the Commission meeting, beginning with the election of the Vice-Chair.
STUDY SESSION
Grow HB Outdoor Volunteer Program - Presented by Commissioner Barnes/Cole
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
Approve the Standardization of a Flag and Flagpole Policy for City Parks and Community & Library Services Facilities
America 250 Celebration Committee - Commission shall assist the City in commemorating America 250 through program and event support.
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
Parking Management Near 6622 Lakeview Drive - The City is implementing a two-hour parking limit for forty (40) parking spaces in the parking lot adjacent to Lake Huntington and Kathy May’s Lakeside Café to promote turnover in a high-demand area. The time limit is intended to improve short-term parking availability for park visitors when extended parking associated with all-day activities limits access to nearby amenities. The restriction will apply only to designated spaces and will be supported by posted signage and routine enforcement.
CIP Review & Project Updates - Presented by Drevdahl a. Patriot Point Project & Ribbon Cutting b. Park Bench Café c. Schroeder Park
Calendar of Events for January and February
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Library Master Plan Liaison Group - Presented by Commissioner McHardy
MEMBER AND STAFF COMMENTS - Not Agendized
ADJOURNMENT
The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Huntington Beach Community & Library Services Commission is Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 6:00 PM in City Council Chambers at City Hall, 2000 Main Street, Huntington Beach, CA 92648. Internet access to Community & Library Service Commission agenda and staff report material is available prior to the Community & Library Services Commission meetings at https://huntingtonbeach.legistar.com/. MEETING ASSISTANCE NOTICE: In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, services are available to members of our community who require special assistance to participate in public meetings. If you require special assistance, 48-hour prior notification will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements for an assisted listening device (ALD) for the hearing impaired, American Sign Language interpreters, a reader during the meeting and/or large print agendas. Please contact the Community & Library Services Department at (714) 536-5434 for more information, or to request assistance from the staff at the meeting.

Commission advances volunteer program

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