Here’s an update on issues of importance in the City.
PARKING PROBLEMS
The City became aware that some multifamily apartment complexes were leasing parking spaces, in violation of our Municipal Code. The problem is that by leasing out these spaces, apartment residents are forced to find parking on the streets, sometimes creating problems in the local neighborhood. The city sent a letter to every multifamily property manager and is beginning to enforce the Municipal Code.
Parking problems on Ridge Route revealed a loophole in the city code and we are busy fixing this loophole.
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My study of Osterman indicated a dearth of parking signs so the City will soon increase the number of signs and the enforcement.
RECALL
The date for the special election will be January 2, 2018. People who want to run must submit their papers by October 19.
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STRATEGIC PLANNING
Strategic planning to guide us for the next 5 years will take place on Friday, Oct 27. This is a public workshop.
DISTRICT ELECTIONS
The Council will review the final maps and make a decision at the first meeting in November. Next week I'll devote several articles discussing the maps and their implications. Click Here for more info.
SENIOR ADVISORY BOARD
Qualified senior candidates who are interested in and passionate about future senior programs are encouraged to apply for a two-year term on the Senior Advisory Board. The Board consists of five members and acts in an advisory capacity to the Parks and Recreation Commission. Meetings are held six times per year. Applicants must be a Lake Forest resident and be 50 years or older.
Applications are due by Friday, October 27 with interviews held on Thursday, November 16 at 7:00 p.m. For more information, contact Karen Rice at 461-3445.
RIBBON CUTTINGS
- Oct 24 - WalMart Academy 8 am
- Oct 25 - Baker Ranch Dental Spa - 11 am
EVENTS
- Oct 14 - Lake 1 Community Garage Sale - 7 am
- Oct 14 - Haunt at Heritage Park - 6:30 pm
- Oct 19 - Tip-a-Cop - 5 pm
- Oct 19 - Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting & Business Expo - 5:30 pm
- Oct 24 - Social Media Workshop - 5 pm
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Dr. Jim Gardner is on the City Council for Lake Forest. You can check him out on LinkedIn and/or Facebook and you can share your thoughts about the City at Lake Forest Town Square on Facebook. His comments are not meant to reflect official City Policy.
Dr. Gardner has office hours every Tuesday from 4 pm to 6 pm at the City Hall. In addition, he holds a mini town meeting every quarter. The next meeting will be on Dec 2 at 2 pm at the El Toro Public Library.
