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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in La Habra public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Union Pacific Railroad Corridor Negotiations
In closed session, city negotiators will discuss price and terms with Union Pacific over the rail corridor that crosses the entire city between Lambert Road and La Habra Boulevard — a corridor often discussed for future trail or transit uses.
Commercial Shopping Center Facade Remodel Extension
A commercial shopping center at Harbor and La Habra Boulevards received a one-year extension to complete its plan check review and begin facade renovations. This keeps the multi-building revitalization project alive despite engineering delays.
Northgate Market Patio Expansion and Alcohol License
Northgate Market expanded its Paseo Gonzalez outdoor dining area to 7,000 square feet and added 112 new seats while extending its Type-47 ABC liquor license to the patio. The project includes replacing existing fencing with a 4-foot-high plexiglass windscreen.
Circus Caballero Special Event Permit
Circus Caballero is bringing a major traveling circus without animals to the vacant former Burch Ford lot on Harbor Boulevard from June 18 to July 5. Commissioners discussed security, traffic control, and parking arrangements on Stearns Avenue.