Public Notices – Calendar Year 2025
The following public notices have been issued for open public review and comment periods, public hearings, ordinance introductions, ordinance adoptions, requests for proposals, and bid notices in Calendar Year 2025.
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CITY OF LEMON GROVE
NOTICE OF INTRODUCTION AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Lemon Grove, California, at a regular meeting held on December 16, 2025 considered and introduced an ordinance amending Lemon Grove Municipal Code section 2.16.010 relating to City Council compensation.
The proposed ordinance would increase City Councilmember compensation to nine hundred fifty dollars ($950.00) per month, as authorized by California Government Code section 36516, as amended by Senate Bill 329 (2023). The Mayor’s compensation would be adjusted accordingly pursuant to the Municipal Code. The ordinance includes findings demonstrating the need for increased compensation and provides that any salary increase shall not take effect until the seating of the City Council following the November 2026 Municipal Election in accordance with Government Code section 36516.5.
The ordinance was introduced on first reading by the following vote:
AYES: Smith, Heredia, Altamirano, Mendoza, Mayor
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the ordinance will be presented for second reading and possible adoption at a regular meeting of the City Council to be held on Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 6:00 p.m., Lemon Grove Community Center, 3146 School Lane, Lemon Grove, California
A copy of the full text of the proposed ordinance is available for public inspection at the Office of the City Clerk, City of Lemon Grove, 3232 Main Street, Lemon Grove, California, during normal business hours.
/s/: Joel G. Pablo, City Clerk
Dated: December 26, 2025
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Notice of Vacancy - Planning Commissioner
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Lemon Grove City Council will be accepting applications to fill two (2) Planning Commission vacancies for partial terms.
Applications must be submitted to the City Clerk’s Office no later than Monday, January 12, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered. The City Council will conduct interviews and consider appointments at the Tuesday, January 20, 2026 City Council meeting.
Those interested in applying may submit an application in person or by mail to City Hall, located at 3232 Main Street, Lemon Grove, or email the City Clerk at jpablo@lemongrove.ca.gov. For more information, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (619) 825-3841.
REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants must be 18 years of age or older, reside within the City of Lemon Grove and be registered to vote in the City of Lemon Grove at the time the application is submitted. The City Council will make appointments to fill the following partial terms, both beginning February 1, 2026:
- · One term ending June 30, 2026; and
- · One term ending June 30, 2027.
This position is compensated $50 per Commissioner, per meeting in attendance.
Click here to download the application.
Dated: December 17, 2025
Joel G. Pablo, City Clerk
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CITY OF LEMON GROVE
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR CLASSIFICATION & TOTAL COMPENSATION STUDY
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Lemon Grove is accepting sealed proposals at Lemon Grove City Hall, 3232 Main Street, Lemon Grove, CA, 91945 until 5:00 P.M. Thursday, January 22, 2026. Proposals shall be submitted in plain, sealed envelopes, marked on the outside with the project title: Classification & Total Compensation Study. The City of Lemon Grove Human Resources Department is seeking qualified firms to submit proposal to conduct a City-wide classification and total compensation study for the City’s existing job classifications. The RFP document can be downloaded free of charge through the City’s website, https://www.lemongrove.ca.gov/business-development/contracting-opportunities/. For further information, contact Roberto Hidalgo, Human Resources Manager at 619-825-3848 or by email at rhidalgo@lemongrove.ca.gov.
Published in the East Californian on December 19 & 26, 2025.
CITY OF LEMON GROVE
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR AS-NEEDED PRESSURE WASHING SERVICES
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Lemon Grove is accepting sealed proposals at Lemon Grove City Hall, 3232 Main Street, Lemon Grove, CA, 91945 until 2:00 P.M. Tuesday, January 22, 2026. Proposals shall be submitted in plain, sealed envelopes, marked on the outside with the project title: As-Needed Pressure Washing Services, RFP No. 2026-07. The City of Lemon Grove Public Works Department is seeking Pressure Washing Services for bus stops and public spaces (e.g., sidewalks). The City desires a license contractor to render as power washing services, which shall also include all labor, material and equipment. Contractor represents that it is experienced in providing power washing services to public clients, that its employees have all necessary licenses to perform the Services in the State of California. The RFP document can be downloaded free of charge through the City’s website, https://www.lemongrove.ca.gov/business-development/contracting-opportunities/. For further information, contact Atilano Moran, Senior Management Analyst, at 619-825-3811 or by email at amoran@lemongrove.ca.gov.
CITY OF LEMON GROVE
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR AS-NEEDED PLUMBING SERVICES
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Lemon Grove is accepting sealed proposals at Lemon Grove City Hall, 3232 Main Street, Lemon Grove, CA, 91945 until Tuesday, January 22, 2026 by 2:00PM. Proposals shall be submitted in plain, sealed envelopes, marked on the outside with the project title: As-Needed Plumbing Services, RFP No. 2026-05. The City desires a license contractor (C-36) to render as-needed plumbing services, which shall also include all labor, material and equipment necessary for maintenance and repair services at City facilities. Contractor represents that it is experienced in providing plumbing repair services to public clients, that it and its employees have all necessary licenses to perform the Services in the State of California. The RFP document can be downloaded free of charge through the City’s website, https://www.lemongrove.ca.gov/business-development/contracting-opportunities/. For further information, contact Atilano Moran, Senior Management Analyst, at 619-825-3811 or by email at amoran@lemongrove.ca.gov.
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NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 470
CITY OF LEMON GROVE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that at its regular meeting of December 2, 2025, the City Council of the City of Lemon Grove adopted Ordinance No. 470, titled: An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Lemon Grove, California, Amending Lemon Grove Municipal Code Title 17 ZONING, Chapter 17.08 DEFINITIONS, Chapter 17.16 ZONING DISTRICTS, Chapter 17.20 SPECIAL OVERLAY DISTRICTS, and Chapter 17.28 PROCEDURE AND ADMINISTRATION Implementing General Plan Housing Element Programs 14 and 22.
The Ordinance was adopted by the following vote:
AYES: Snow, Mendoza, Altamirano, Heredia
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Ordinance No. 470 will take effect 30 days following its adoption on January 3, 2026. A certified copy of the full text of the Ordinance is available for public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk, City of Lemon Grove, 3232 Main Street, Lemon Grove, CA 91945 during normal business hours.
Joel G. Pablo, City Clerk
Dated: November 11, 2025
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Summary of Proposed Ordinance
Adoption of the 2025 California Fire Code
The proposed Ordinance No. 468 would rescind existing Section 15.26 of Title 15 of the Lemon Grove Municipal Code, entitled “Fire Code,” and adopt a new Section 15.26 to incorporate by reference the 2025 California Fire Code (Title 24, Part 9 of the California Building Standards Code), together with local amendments and findings based on the City’s climatic, geologic, and topographic conditions. The ordinance keeps the City’s fire and building regulations consistent with current State building standards and is intended to promote public health and safety.
The ordinance was introduced at the November 4, 2025 City Council meeting and will be considered for second reading and adoption at the regular City Council meeting on Tuesday, November 18, 2025. A copy of the full text of the ordinance is on file and available for public review at the Office of the City Clerk, 3232 Main Street, Lemon Grove, California during normal business hours.
/s/: Joel G. Pablo, City Clerk
Dated: November 11, 2025
CITY OF LEMON GROVE
NOTICE OF INTENTION TO FILL A VACANCY FOR CITY COUNCILMEMBER BY APPOINTMENT
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Lemon Grove is now accepting applications for appointment to the position of City Councilmember. This vacancy arises from the passing of Councilmember Steve Faiai on July 8, 2025. At its Regular Meeting on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, the City Council provided direction to staff to fill the vacancy through the appointment process. The appointed term will conclude in December 2026.
This part-time position offers compensation of $803 per month, along with benefits.
Qualifications/Eligibility
- Applicant must be a United States Citizen
- Applicant must be 18 years or older on or before appointment
- Applicant must be a resident and a registered voter in the City of Lemon Grove
- Applicant must not have been convicted of a felony for accepting or giving, or offering to give, any bribe, the embezzlement of public money, extortion or theft of public money, perjury, or conspiracy to commit any of those crimes. (Elections Code Section 20).
Before submitting applications to the City Council for consideration, the City Clerk will confirm each applicant's status as a registered voter in Lemon Grove with the San Diego County Registrar of Voters.
All qualified candidates will be given the opportunity to present their qualifications to the City Council. At the Regular City Council meeting on Tuesday, December 2, 2025 at 6:00 p.m., each qualified applicant will have the opportunity to give a three-minute presentation to the City Council. Following their presentations, applicants may be asked to answer questions from the Council regarding their application or presentation. The order of presentations will be determined by a random drawing of applicants’ names conducted by the City Clerk prior to the meeting. The Council may decide on an appointment during this meeting or may direct staff to schedule the matter for discussion and action at a future meeting.
CITY COUNCIL APPOINTMENT TIMELINE
| Date(s) |
Notes / Details |
| Application Period |
October 22, 2025 to
November 13, 2025 — Applications accepted by City Clerk. |
| Application Deadline |
November 13, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. — All application submissions to City Clerk must be received by the 5:00 p.m. deadline, no exceptions. |
| Council Applicant Informational Forum |
Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. — Presentation by City staff regarding duties and responsibilities of councilmembers |
| Applications Distributed/Available for review by public |
No later than Wednesday, November 26, 2025 — Included in Agenda Packet for the Tuesday, December 2, 2025 meeting. |
| Interviews and Appointments |
Tuesday, December 2, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. — Regular City Council Meeting. Random draw by City Clerk prior to the meeting to set order. Order set with Agenda Packet. Mayor will call applicants in the order provided in the Staff Report. |
| Oath and Seat New Councilmember |
If appointed on December 2, 2025; seated Tuesday, December 16, 2025 — If appointed at the December 2, 2025 meeting, the City Clerk will administer the Oath and the Councilmember will be seated at the December 16, 2025 Regular City Council meeting. |
Applications Available:
City Hall, City Clerk’s Office
3232 Main Street
Lemon Grove, CA 91945
Contact:
Joel G. Pablo, City Clerk
Phone: (619) 825-3841
E-mail: jpablo@lemongrove.ca.gov
City Website: www.lemongrove.ca.gov
Dated: October 22, 2025
/s/: Joel G. Pablo, City Clerk
CITY OF LEMON GROVE
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AND INSPECTION SERVICES FOR THE FY 2019-20 SEWER REHABILITATION PROJECT
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Lemon Grove is accepting sealed proposals at Lemon Grove City Hall, 3232 Main Street, Lemon Grove, CA, 91945 until 2:00 P.M. Tuesday, November 12, 2025. Proposals shall be submitted in plain, sealed envelopes, marked on the outside with the project title: Construction Management and Inspection Services for the 2019-20 Sewer Rehabilitation Project, RFP No. 2026-08. The City of Lemon Grove Public Works Department is seeking qualified firms to provide Construction Management and Inspection Services. The RFP document can be downloaded free of charge through the City’s website, https://www.lemongrove.ca.gov/business-development/contracting-opportunities/. For further information, contact Tom Martin, Public Works Administration and Operations Manager at 619-825-3839 or by email at tmartin@lemongrove.ca.gov. Published in the East Californian on October 24 & 31, 2025.
CITY OF LEMON GROVE
CITY COUNCIL
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Lemon Grove will hold a Public Hearing to consider an ordinance amending Lemon Grove Municipal Code Title 17 ZONING, Chapter 17.08 DEFINITIONS, Chapter 17.16 ZONING DISTRICTS, Chapter 17.20 SPECIAL OVERLAY DISTRICTS, and Chapter 17.28 PROCEDURE AND ADMINISTRATION implementing General Plan Housing Element Programs 14 and 22.
| DATE OF MEETING: |
Tuesday, November 18, 2025 |
| TIME OF MEETING: |
6:00 p.m. |
| LOCATION OF MEETING: |
Lemon Grove Community Center, 3146 School Lane, Lemon Grove CA 91945 |
| PROJECT NAME: |
Zoning Ordinance Amendments required to implement Lemon Grove Housing Element Programs 14 and 22 |
| STAFF: |
Bill Chopyk, Special Projects Administrator |
| EMAIL: |
bchopyk@lemongrove.ca.gov |
| PHONE NUMBER: |
(619) 825-3800 |
ANY INTERESTED PERSON may review the staff report and draft ordinance for the proposed municipal code amendments and obtain additional information at the City of Lemon Grove Planning Department, located in City Hall at 3232 Main Street, Lemon Grove, CA 91945, weekdays, 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. City Hall is closed every Friday. Also by visiting the City’s website at www.lemongrove.ca.gov. If you wish to express concerns in favor or against the above, you may appear in person at the above described meeting or submit your concerns in writing to the City Clerk at jpablo@lemongrove.ca.gov.
If you challenge the matter in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City Council at, or prior to, the public hearing. If you have special needs requiring assistance at the meeting, please call the City Clerk’s Office at (619) 825-3841 at least 24 hours prior to the meeting so that accommodations can be arranged.
Joel Pablo, City Clerk, City of Lemon Grove.
Published in the East County Californian on October 24, 2025
City of Lemon Grove - City Council
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Lemon Grove will hold a Public Hearing to consider the recommended project to be funded through the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program. The estimated allocation to be considered is $124,352. This amount represents an allocation for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026-2027. All funds will be expended within the FY 2026-2027 period.
DATE OF MEETING: Tuesday, October 21, 2025
TIME OF MEETING: 6:00 p.m.
LOCATION OF MEETING: City of Lemon Grove Community Center
3146 School Lane
Lemon Grove, CA 91945
PROJECT NAME: CDBG FY 2026-2027
STAFF: Christian Olivas, Management Analyst
PHONE NUMBER: (619) 825-3813
Any interested person may review the staff report for this project and obtain additional information at the City of Lemon located in City Hall at 3232 Main Street, Lemon Grove, CA 91945, weekdays, 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. City Hall is closed every Friday. One may also review the staff report for this project by visiting the City’s website at www.lemongrove.ca.gov. If you wish to express concerns in favor or against the above, you may appear in person at the above described meeting or submit your concerns in writing to the City Clerk at jpablo@lemongrove.ca.gov.
If you challenge the matter in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City Council at, or prior to, the public hearing. If you have special needs requiring assistance at the meeting, please call the City Clerk’s Office at (619) 825-3841 at least 24 hours prior to the meeting, so that accommodations can be arranged.
Joel Pablo, City Clerk, City of Lemon Grove
Published in the East County Californian on Friday, October 10 & 17, 2025
CITY OF LEMON GROVE
Planning Commission
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning Commission of the City of Lemon Grove will hold a Public Hearing to consider amendments to the Lemon Grove Municipal Code Title 17 ZONING, Chapter 17.08 DEFINITIONS, Chapter 17.16 ZONING DISTRICTS, Chapter 17.20 SPECIAL OVERLAY DISTRICTS, and Chapter 17.28 PROCEDURE AND ADMINISTRATION implementing General Plan Housing Element Programs 14 and 22.
DATE OF MEETING: Monday, October 27, 2025
TIME OF MEETING: 6:00 p.m.
LOCATION OF MEETING: City Of Lemon Grove Community Center, 3146 School Lane, Lemon Grove CA 91945
PROJECT NAME: Zoning Ordinance Amendments required to implement Lemon Grove Housing Element Programs 14 and 22
STAFF: Bill Chopyk, Special Projects Administrator
PHONE NUMBER: (619) 825-3800
ANY INTERESTED PERSON may review the staff report and draft resolution for the proposed municipal code amendments and obtain additional information at the City of Lemon Grove Planning Department, located in City Hall at 3232 Main Street, Lemon Grove, CA 91945, weekdays, 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. City Hall is closed every Friday. Also by visiting the City’s website at www.lemongrove.ca.gov. If you wish to express concerns in favor or against the above, you may appear in person at the above described meeting or submit your concerns in writing to the City Clerk at jpablo@lemongrove.ca.gov.
If you challenge the matter in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. If you have special needs requiring assistance at the meeting, please call the City Clerk’s Office at (619) 825-3841 at least 24 hours prior to the meeting so that accommodations can be arranged.
Joel G. Pablo, City Clerk, City of Lemon Grove.
Published in the East County Californian on October 3, 2025
CITY OF LEMON GROVE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the Planning Commission of the City of Lemon Grove will hold a Public Hearing to consider Appeal No. AA2-500-002 an appeal of the Community Development Manager’s decision to deny zoning clearance for a vehicle repair, major use located at 7815-7825 North Avenue (APNs: 475-472-01, 02, and 04-00) in the Village Commercial 3 (VC3) zone and Retail Manufacturing (ReM) Zone of the Downtown Village Specific Plan.
DATE OF MEETING: Monday, September 22, 2025
TIME OF MEETING: 6:00 p.m.
LOCATION OF MEETING: Lemon Grove Community Center, 3146 School Lane, Lemon Grove, CA 91945
STAFF: Michael Fellows, Community Development Manager
EMAIL: mfellows@lemongrove.ca.gov
PHONE NUMBER: (619) 825-3812
ANY INTERESTED PERSON may review the staff report and appeal application for this project and obtain additional information at the City of Lemon Grove Planning Department, located in City Hall at 3232 Main Street, Lemon Grove, CA 91945, weekdays, 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. City Hall is closed every Friday. The meeting agenda will be posted in the case outside of City Hall at least 72 hours ahead of the Planning Commission meeting and on the City’s website at the following address: https://events.lemongrove.ca.gov/council/Index
Any and all persons interested in participating in the public hearing on the matter are encouraged to submit comments via e-mail to jpablo@lemongrove.ca.gov by noon on Monday, September 22, 2025 to the facilitate distribution of the comments to the Planning Commission. If you have special needs requiring assistance at the meeting, please call the City Clerk’s Office at (619) 825-3841 at least 24 hours prior to the meeting so that accommodations can be arranged.
IF YOU CHALLENGE THE MATTER IN COURT, YOU MAY BE LIMITED TO RAISING ONLY THOSE ISSUES YOU OR SOMEONE ELSE RAISED AT THE PUBLIC HEARING DESCRIBED IN THIS NOTICE, OR IN WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE DELIVERED TO THE CITY CLERK AT, OR PRIOR TO, THE PUBLIC HEARING.
Joel G. Pablo, City Clerk, City of Lemon Grove.
Published in the East County Californian on September 12, 2024
CITY OF LEMON GROVE
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR AS-NEEDED PRESSURE WASHING SERVICES
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Lemon Grove is accepting sealed proposals at Lemon Grove City Hall, 3232 Main Street, Lemon Grove, CA, 91945 until 1:00 P.M. Tuesday, October 14, 2025. Proposals shall be submitted in plain, sealed envelopes, marked on the outside with the project title: As-Needed Pressure Washing Services, RFP No. 2026-07.
The City of Lemon Grove Public Works Department is seeking Pressure Washing Services for bus stops and public spaces (e.g., sidewalks). The City desires a license contractor to render power washing services, which shall also include all labor, material and equipment. Contractor represents that it is experienced in providing power washing services to public clients, and that its employees have all necessary licenses to perform the Services in the State of California.
The RFP document can be downloaded free of charge through the City’s website: https://www.lemongrove.ca.gov/business-development/contracting-opportunities/ .
For further information, contact Atilano Moran, Senior Management Analyst, at 619-825-3811 or by email at amoran@lemongrove.ca.gov .
Published in the East Californian on September 12 & 19, 2025. Order No.
CITY OF LEMON GROVE
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Lemon Grove, California is accepting Statements of Qualifications at City Hall located at 3232 Main Street, Lemon Grove, CA 91945 until 2:00 p.m., Thursday October 23, 2025. Statements of Qualifications shall be submitted in plain, sealed envelopes, marked on the outside with the project title: On-Call Project Support Services, RFQ No. 2026-06.
The City of Lemon Grove is requesting qualifications from architectural and engineering firms to provide on-call project support services for the City’s Capital Improvement Program (CIP). A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for October 7, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at 3232 Main Street, Lemon Grove, CA 91945.
The RFP document can be downloaded free of charge through the City’s website: https://www.lemongrove.ca.gov/business-development/contracting-opportunities/ .
For further information, contact Atilano Moran, Senior Management Analyst, at 619-825-3811 or by email at amoran@lemongrove.ca.gov.
Published in the East Californian on September 12 & 19, 2025.
City of Lemon Grove
Notice of Interested Parties (City Council Vacancy)
FINAL LIST AS OF 09-04-2025 at 5:10 PM
The following individuals have submitted timely applications for appointment to the vacant City Council seat. Names are listed in alphabetical order by last name and are registered voters in the City of Lemon Grove.
- Bass, Jay Andrew
- Clark Manson, Minola
- Faiai, Lauren
- Felix, Sophia Elena
- Hopper, Jennifer Renee
- Morrissey, Jennifer
- Smith, Joseph
- Smith, Seth
Dated: September 4, 2025
Joel G. Pablo, City Clerk
Office of the City Clerk
CITY OF LEMON GROVE
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR AS-NEEDED PLUMBING SERVICES
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Lemon Grove is accepting sealed proposals at Lemon Grove City Hall, 3232 Main Street, Lemon Grove, CA, 91945 until 2:00 P.M. Tuesday, September 23, 2025. Proposals shall be submitted in plain, sealed envelopes, marked on the outside with the project title: As-Needed Plumbing Services, RFP No. 2026-05. The City desires a license contractor (C-36) to render as-needed plumbing services, which shall also include all labor, material and equipment necessary for maintenance and repair services at City facilities. Contractor represents that it is experienced in providing plumbing repair services to public clients, that it and its employees have all necessary licenses to perform the Services in the State of California. The RFP document can be downloaded free of charge through the City’s website, https://www.lemongrove.ca.gov/business-development/contracting-opportunities/. For further information, contact Atilano Moran, Senior Management Analyst, at 619-825-3811 or by email at amoran@lemongrove.ca.gov.
CITY OF LEMON GROVE
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR AS-NEEDED ELECTRICAL SERVICES
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Lemon Grove is accepting sealed proposals at Lemon Grove City Hall, 3232 Main Street, Lemon Grove, CA, 91945 until 2:00 P.M. Tuesday, September 23, 2025. Proposals shall be submitted in plain, sealed envelopes, marked on the outside with the project title: As-Needed Electrical Services, RFP No. 2026-04. The City desires a license contractor (C-10) to render as needed electrical repair services, which shall also include all labor, material and equipment necessary for maintenance and repair services at City facilities. Contractor represents that it is experienced in providing electrical repair services to public clients, that it and its employees have all necessary licenses to perform the Services in the State of California. The RFP document can be downloaded free of charge through the City’s website, https://www.lemongrove.ca.gov/business-development/contracting-opportunities/. For further information, contact Atilano Moran, Senior Management Analyst, at 619-825-3811 or by email at amoran@lemongrove.ca.gov.
CITY OF LEMON GROVE - PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the Planning Commission of the City of Lemon Grove will hold a Public Hearing to consider Conditional Use Permit No. CUP-250-0001 for a preschool with an accessory daycare use proposed to be operated inside of and behind an existing 5,108 square-foot commercial building on a 17,588 square foot lot located at 1805 Englewood Drive (APNs: 577-120-26-00) in the Residential Low Medium (RLM) zone.
DATE OF MEETING: Wednesday, September 10, 2025
TIME OF MEETING: 6:00 p.m.
LOCATION OF MEETING: Lemon Grove Community Center, 3146 School Lane, Lemon Grove, CA 91945
STAFF: Adrian Zamora, Assistant Planner
EMAIL: azamora@lemongrove.ca.gov
PHONE NUMBER: (619) 825-3807
ANY INTERESTED PERSON may review the staff report and the plans for this project and obtain additional information at the City of Lemon Grove Planning Department, located in City Hall at 3232 Main Street, Lemon Grove, CA 91945, weekdays, 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. City Hall is closed every Friday. The meeting agenda will be posted in the case outside of City Hall at least 72 hours ahead of the Planning Commission meeting and on the City’s website at the following address: https://events.lemongrove.ca.gov/council
Any and all persons interested in participating in the public hearing on the matter are encouraged to submit comments via e-mail to jpablo@lemongrove.ca.gov by noon on Wednesday, September 10, 2025 to the facilitate distribution of the comments to the Commission. If you have special needs requiring assistance at the meeting, please call the City Clerk’s Office at (619) 825-3841 at least 24 hours prior to the meeting so that accommodations can be arranged.
IF YOU CHALLENGE THE MATTER IN COURT, YOU MAY BE LIMITED TO RAISING ONLY THOSE ISSUES YOU OR SOMEONE ELSE RAISED AT THE PUBLIC HEARING DESCRIBED IN THIS NOTICE, OR IN WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE DELIVERED TO THE CITY CLERK AT, OR PRIOR TO, THE PUBLIC HEARING.
Published in the East County Californian on August 29, 2025
Planning Commission – August 25, 2025
Conditional Use Permit No. CUP-250-0001 (Preschool)
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning Commission of the City of Lemon Grove will hold a Public Hearing to consider Conditional Use Permit No. CUP-250-0001 for the proposed use of a 5,108 square-foot preschool on a 17,588 square-foot site located at 1508 Englewood Drive (APN: 577-120-26-00) in the Residential Low Medium (RLM) Zone.
Date: Monday, August 25, 2025
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Location: Lemon Grove Community Center, 3146 School Lane, Lemon Grove, CA 91945
Staff: Adrian Zamora, Assistant Planner
Email: azamora@lemongrove.ca.gov
Phone: (619) 825-3807
The staff report and project plans are available at City Hall, 3232 Main Street, Lemon Grove, weekdays 7:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. (City Hall closed Fridays). The agenda will also be posted outside City Hall and at https://events.lemongrove.ca.gov/council at least 72 hours in advance.
Comments may be submitted by email to jpablo@lemongrove.ca.gov by noon on August 25, 2025, for distribution to the Commission. Special accommodations can be arranged by calling the City Clerk’s Office at (619) 825-3841 at least 24 hours in advance.
Joel G. Pablo, City Clerk
Published in the East County Californian on August 15, 2025.
Planning Commission – August 25, 2025
Planned Development Permit No. PDP-250-0001 (Self-Storage Facility)
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning Commission of the City of Lemon Grove will hold a Public Hearing to consider Planned Development Permit No. PDP-250-0001 for the proposed development of a 44,460 square-foot self-storage building on a 2.26-acre site located at 6420 Federal Boulevard (APN: 478-190-43-00) in the Light Industrial (LI) Zone.
Date: Monday, August 25, 2025
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Location: Lemon Grove Community Center, 3146 School Lane, Lemon Grove, CA 91945
Staff: Adrian Zamora, Assistant Planner
Email: azamora@lemongrove.ca.gov
Phone: (619) 825-3807
The staff report and project plans are available at City Hall, 3232 Main Street, Lemon Grove, weekdays 7:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. (City Hall closed Fridays). The agenda will also be posted outside City Hall and at https://events.lemongrove.ca.gov/council at least 72 hours in advance.
Comments may be submitted by email to jpablo@lemongrove.ca.gov by noon on August 25, 2025. Special accommodations may be requested by contacting the City Clerk’s Office at (619) 825-3841 at least 24 hours in advance.
Joel G. Pablo, City Clerk
Published in the East County Californian on August 15, 2025.
Notice Inviting Bids – Posted July 29, 2025
Westview Place Storm Drain Improvements (Contract No. 2025-35)
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Lemon Grove will accept sealed bids at the Public Works Department, 3232 Main Street, Lemon Grove, CA 91945, until 2:00 p.m., Thursday, August 21, 2025. Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud. Bids must be submitted in plain, sealed envelopes marked with the project title: Westview Place Storm Drain Improvements (Contract No. 2025-35).
A Bid Security of 10% of the Lump Sum Base Bid is required. The successful bidder must provide a 100% Performance Bond and a 100% Payment Bond before contract execution.
For more information, please click here.
City Council – July 1, 2025
Adoption of Sanitation District Ordinance No. 35
Ordinance No. 35 amends Sanitation District Ordinance No. 34, Article III, Sewer Service Charges, adopted on June 18, 2024. Ordinance No. 33 established a 3.0% annual maximum rate increase for FY 2023–24 through 2027–28. Ordinance No. 34 set sewer service charges for FY 2024–25. Ordinance No. 35 implements the 3.0% increase for FY 2025–26 and updates methods for calculating residential and commercial charges.
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City Council – June 17, 2025
Public Hearing – Sewer Service Charges (FY 2025–26)
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to Government Code section 6066 that the Lemon Grove Sanitation District Board will hold a Public Hearing to consider authorizing Sewer Service Charges to be collected on the San Diego County Property Tax Roll for Fiscal Year 2025–26.
Date: Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Location: Lemon Grove Community Center, 3146 School Lane, Lemon Grove, CA 91945
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City Council – June 17, 2025
Lemon Grove Roadway Lighting District – Resolution No. 2025-185
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held to approve the Engineer’s Report and levy assessments for FY 2025–26 for the Lemon Grove Roadway Lighting District, pursuant to Resolution No. 2025-185.
Date: Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Location: Lemon Grove Community Center, 3146 School Lane, Lemon Grove, CA 91945
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City Council – June 3, 2025
Resolution No. 2025-4103 – Wildflower LMAD 97-1
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Lemon Grove will hold a Public Hearing to consider Resolution No. 2025-4103 regarding work, annexations, or levy of assessments within Wildflower Landscape Maintenance Assessment District No. 97-1.
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City Council – June 3, 2025
Amendment of Master Fee Schedule
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Lemon Grove will hold a Public Hearing to consider amending the City’s Master Fee Schedule to revise fees and/or deposits for Fire, Public Works – Engineering, and Community Services (Facilities and Programs), as well as hourly rates for employee and contract staff time. The proposed revisions comply with Article XIII C of the California Constitution.
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City Council – May 20, 2025
Introduction and First Reading of Ordinance No. 468
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Lemon Grove introduced and conducted the first reading of Ordinance No. 468 at its May 6, 2025 meeting. The Ordinance adopts a Fire Hazard Severity Zones Map as required by the State of California.
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Request for Proposals – May 27, 2025
As-Needed Pressure Washing Services (RFP No. 2025-34)
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Lemon Grove will accept sealed proposals until 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 27, 2025. Proposals must be submitted in plain, sealed envelopes marked with the project title.
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As-Needed Electrical Services (RFP No. 2025-32)
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Lemon Grove will accept sealed proposals until 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 27, 2025.
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As-Needed Plumbing Services (RFP No. 2025-33)
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Lemon Grove will accept sealed proposals until 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 27, 2025.
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Request for Proposals – May 20, 2025
On-Call GIS Services (RFP No. 2025-31)
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Lemon Grove will accept sealed proposals until 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 20, 2025. Proposals must be submitted in sealed envelopes marked with the project title.
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City Council – April 15, 2025
Summary and Adoption of Ordinance No. 467
Ordinance No. 467 amends LGMC sections 12.10.050 and 12.10.060, increasing the valuation threshold and establishing additional exemptions for public street dedications and improvements.
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Notice Inviting Bids – May 7, 2025
FY 19/20 Sewer Rehabilitation Project (Contract No. 2025-30)
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Lemon Grove will accept sealed bids at the Public Works Department until 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 7, 2025. Bids must be submitted in plain, sealed envelopes marked with the project title.
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City Council – April 1, 2025
Public Hearing – Amendment to LGMC Sections 12.10.050 and 12.10.060
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Lemon Grove will hold a Public Hearing to consider an ordinance amending LGMC Sections 12.10.050 and 12.10.060, increasing the valuation threshold and establishing exemptions for public street dedications and improvements.
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Public Hearing – Five-Year TransNet Local Street & Road Program
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council will consider amending the Five-Year TransNet Program of Projects (FY 2024–2029).
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Notice Inviting Bids – Posted January 7, 2024 (Bid Due January 28, 2025)
Edding Drive Storm Drain Improvements (Contract No. 2025-08)
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Lemon Grove will accept sealed bids at the Public Works Department until 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, January 28, 2025. Bids must be submitted in plain, sealed envelopes marked with the project title.
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