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Tree plan advances, housing project approved

San DimasMay 27, 20263 min read

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The council approved a two-lot subdivision and housing project at 1356 W. Cienega Avenue, including a two-story single-family residence and an ADU on each lot, and waived the underground utility requirement by a 4-1 vote.

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What this means

Residents will see one existing lot at 1356 W. Cienega Avenue split into two lots for a new home and accessory dwelling units, which are smaller secondary homes. The council also moved forward with tree removal and site approvals tied to that project, despite several public speakers opposing it and raising concerns about sycamore trees. In a separate discussion, the council said it wants to expand the city’s community forest, but only in a fiscally responsible way and without planting trees in front-yard easements unless residents consent.

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Approved Resolution 2026-27 for Tentative Parcel Map 25-02, Development Plan Review 25-18, and Tree Permit 25-14 for 1356 W. Cienega Avenue.
Approved the project 5-0.
Waived underground utility requirements and approved the parcel map, development review, and tree permit 4-1, with Councilmember Vienna voting no.
Approved the consent calendar, including $579,761.89 in pre-paid warrants and $514,944.39 in warrant payments.
Rejected bids for replacement of the City Hall HVAC boiler system.
Approved a vendor services agreement with the San Dimas Chamber of Commerce for economic and business support activities up to $20,000.
Continued the community forest discussion to a future study session and requested more analysis on planting locations, costs, funding, and maintenance.
Directed staff not to resume planting trees in front-yard easements without resident consent, as policy guidance rather than a formal policy.

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City Council Meeting

May 27, 2026, 2:00 AMCITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA, TUESDAY MAY 26, 2026, 7:00 PM, SAN DIMAS COUNCIL CHAMBERcompleted

Agenda

Recognize National Mosquito Control Awareness Week -– SGV Mosquito & Vector Control, Ally Gaspar
1.
Decision: Packet: RECOGNITION
Recognize Fire Service Day
2.
Decision: Packet: RECOGNITION
Zone Zero Update – L.A County Fire Department Verbal Report
1.
Decision: Packet: PRESENTATION
L.A CADA and L.A County Sheriff’s CAT Team Homeless Outreach
2.
Decision: Packet: PRESENTATION
Adopt Resolution 2026-28, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of San Dimas, Approving Certain Demands for the Warrant Register of May 29, 2026, in the amount of $335,438.97.
CC1.
Decision: Packet: CONSENT CALENDAR (All items on the Consent Calendar are considered to be routine and will be enacted by one motion unless a member of the City Council requests separate discussion.)
Approve Minutes of the May 12, 2026 City Council Study Session Meeting and Approve Minutes of the May 12, 2026 City Council Meeting
CC2.
Decision: Packet: CONSENT CALENDAR (All items on the Consent Calendar are considered to be routine and will be enacted by one motion unless a member of the City Council requests separate discussion.)
Receive and File the April 2026 Investment Report
CC3.
Decision: Packet: CONSENT CALENDAR (All items on the Consent Calendar are considered to be routine and will be enacted by one motion unless a member of the City Council requests separate discussion.)
Approve Resolution 2026-29 to Repeal and Replace Resolution 2025-24 Amending the Appropriations Limit for Fiscal Year 2025-26 and Resolution 2026-30, Establishing the Calculations Factor and Appropriations Limit for Fiscal Year 2026-27
CC4.
Decision: Packet: CONSENT CALENDAR (All items on the Consent Calendar are considered to be routine and will be enacted by one motion unless a member of the City Council requests separate discussion.)
Adopt Resolution 2026-31 Approving the City's Investment Policy and Delegating Authority to the City Treasurer to Invest City Funds in Accordance with the City's Investment Policy and with City Manager or Designee, Approval for Fiscal Year ending June 30, 2027
CC5.
Decision: Packet: CONSENT CALENDAR (All items on the Consent Calendar are considered to be routine and will be enacted by one motion unless a member of the City Council requests separate discussion.)
Award a Professional Service Agreement for Housing Programs Consultant to MDG Associates, Inc. in an Amount Not to Exceed $107,000 and Authorize the City Manager or his Designee to Execute the Agreement in a Format Approved by the City Attorney
CC6.
Decision: Packet: CONSENT CALENDAR (All items on the Consent Calendar are considered to be routine and will be enacted by one motion unless a member of the City Council requests separate discussion.)
Approve a One-Year Contract Extension with Urban Graffiti for Graffiti Abatement and Shopping Cart Retrieval Services for an Amount Not to Exceed $103,000
CC7.
Decision: Packet: CONSENT CALENDAR (All items on the Consent Calendar are considered to be routine and will be enacted by one motion unless a member of the City Council requests separate discussion.)
Authorize the City Manager to Accept Storm Drain Easements from the Brasada Homeowners Association (Tracts 70583-01, 70583-02, 70583-03) in Preparation for Transfer to Los Angeles County and Authorize the City Manager to Convey Storm Drain Easements from the Brasada Development to Los Angeles County
CC8.
Decision: Packet: CONSENT CALENDAR (All items on the Consent Calendar are considered to be routine and will be enacted by one motion unless a member of the City Council requests separate discussion.)
Reject all Bids for Construction Contract 2025-07 Horsethief Canyon Water Quality Management Improvements
CC9.
Decision: Packet: CONSENT CALENDAR (All items on the Consent Calendar are considered to be routine and will be enacted by one motion unless a member of the City Council requests separate discussion.)
Reject All Bids Submitted for Construction Contract 2026-05 Sealcoat of Various City Streets and Parking Lots
CC10.
Decision: Packet: CONSENT CALENDAR (All items on the Consent Calendar are considered to be routine and will be enacted by one motion unless a member of the City Council requests separate discussion.)
Update on Pavement Conditions on Valley Center Avenue from Gladstone Street to Juanita Avenue.
CC11.
Decision: Packet: CONSENT CALENDAR (All items on the Consent Calendar are considered to be routine and will be enacted by one motion unless a member of the City Council requests separate discussion.)
Progress Report on the Project to Restore a Historic Santa Fe Cantilever Railroad Signal and Relocate it to the San Dimas Railroad Museum in Rhoads Park; Direction on Continuing to Pursue the Project or Modifications to the Project RECOMMENDATION: City staff recommends that the City Council: Receive the report and provide direction to staff.
OB1.
Decision: Packet: OTHER BUSINESS
Approve Administrative Policies for City Council Meetings Regarding Virtual Public Participation, Teleconferencing and Remote Councilmember Participation, and Disruption of Telephonic or Internet Service, To Implement the Requirements of Senate Bill 707 RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the City Council: Approve the Administrative Policies for City Council meetings regarding virtual public participation, teleconferencing and remote councilmember participation, and disruption of telephonic or internet service, to implement the requirements of Senate Bill 707
OB2.
Decision: Packet: OTHER BUSINESS
Adopt Resolution 2026-32 Confirming the Diagram and Assessment for Fiscal Year 2026-27 for Open Space Maintenance District No. 1 (Tract No. 32818, Boulevard). RECOMMENDATION: City staff recommends that the City Council: Conduct a public hearing on the proposed assessment rate for Open Space Maintenance District No. 1 (Tract 32818, Boulevard) for Fiscal Year 2026-27; and Adopt Resolution 2026-32, Option 1 – confirming the diagram and assessment with increase for Fiscal Year 2026-27 for Open Space Maintenance District No. 1 (Tract 32818, Boulevard).
PH1.
Decision: Packet: PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS
Adopt Resolution 2026-34, Confirming the Diagram and Assessment for Fiscal Year 2026-27 for Open Space Maintenance District No. 1, Annexation No. 3 (Tract 32841, Northwoods) RECOMMENDATION: City staff recommends that the City Council: Conduct a public hearing on the proposed assessment rate for Open Space Maintenance District No. 1, Annexation No. 3 (Tract No. 32841, Northwoods) for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Adopt Resolution 2026-34, confirming the diagram and assessment for fiscal year 2026-27 for Open Space Maintenance District No. 1, Annexation No. 3 (Tract 32841, Northwoods).
PH2.
Decision: Packet: PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS
City Manager
CR1.
Decision: Packet: CITY REPORTS
City Attorney
CR2.
Decision: Packet: CITY REPORTS
Members of the City Council Councilmembers’ Report on Meetings Attended at the Expense of the Local Agency (Pursuant to AB 1234 – G.C. §53232.3(d) City Council Requests for Future Items, Comments and Updates
CR3.
Decision: Packet: CITY REPORTS