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 2026.

Notices are presented below in reverse chronological order.

RESOLUTION NO. 2026-01 entitled “A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE LEMON GROVE ROADWAY LIGHTING DISTRICT, LEMON GROVE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE ENGINEER’S REPORT REGARDING THE CHARGES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026-27 AND DECLARING THE INTENTION TO LEVY AND COLLECT ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026-27”

WHEREAS, on June 17, 1997, the Board of Directors of the Lemon Grove Roadway Lighting District (District) adopted Resolution No. 102 reciting the facts of an election held in the District on June 3, 1997, declaring the results of said election and levying the annual assessment; and

WHEREAS, the Engineer’s Report for the Lemon Grove Roadway Lighting District, on file with the Clerk of the Board, gives a full and detailed description of the improvements, the boundaries of the Assessment District and the two zones therein, and the proposed assessments upon assessable parcels of land within the District; and

WHEREAS, the Board of Directors of the Lemon Grove Roadway Lighting District desires to levy and collect assessments within the District for the purpose of maintaining, servicing, operating and administering public lighting facilities in the City of Lemon Grove; and

WHEREAS, assessments will not increase from the Fiscal Year 2025-26 assessment rate of $12.00 per benefit unit per year;

WHEREAS, under Article XIII D, Section 4 of the California Constitution, a City general benefit contribution has been calculated as the average General Fund expenditure for the maintenance of street lighting. This general benefit contribution has been calculated to be $70,000; and

WHEREAS, the public interest and convenience require the maintenance, service and operation of street lighting within the District.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Directors of the Lemon Grove Roadway Lighting District as follows:

PASSED AND ADOPTED on June 2, 2026, the Lemon Grove Roadway Lighting District, Lemon Grove, California, adopted Resolution No. 2026-01, passed by the following vote:

/s/ Joel Pablo, District Clerk

If you have special needs requiring assistance at the meeting, please call the City Clerk’s Office at (619) 825-3800 at least 24 hours prior to the meeting so that accommodations can be arranged. Published in the San Diego Union Tribune, Friday, June 5, 2026. 

Resolution No. 2026-4176, entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LEMON GROVE, COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO LEVY AND COLLECT ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026/2027 IN WILDFLOWER LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 97-1; DECLARING THE WORK TO BE OF MORE SPECIAL THAN GENERAL PUBLIC BENEFIT; SPECIFYING THE EXTERIOR BOUNDARIES OF THE AREAS WITHIN WILDFLOWER LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 97-1 ("DISTRICT") TO BE ASSESSED THE COST AND EXPENSE THEREOF; DESIGNATING SAID DISTRICT AS WILDFLOWER LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 97-1, DETERMINING THAT THESE PROCEEDINGS SHALL BE TAKEN PURSUANT TO THE LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING ACT OF 1972; AND OFFERING A TIME AND PLACE FOR THE PUBLIC HEARING," was passed, adopted, and approved at the Regular City Council Meeting of May 19, 2026.

The City Council intends to order the following work be done: (1) maintenance and servicing of facilities and landscaping as authorized by Section 22525 of the Streets and Highways Code, and (2) any and all work and materials appurtenant thereto or which are necessary or convenient for the maintenance and servicing thereof.

The foregoing described work is to be located along the east side of Gold Lake Road, between Mt. Vernon Avenue and Green Lake Court; on the west side of Gold Lake Road between lots 12 and 28; and along the trail from the intersection of Gold Lake Road and Green Lake Court north to San Miguel Avenue, a distance of approximately 340 feet.

All assessable parcels within the District share in both the cost and the benefits of the improvements. The costs are equitably spread among all benefiting parcels, and each parcel is assessed in proportion to the estimated special benefit received.

The landscape improvements may include ground cover, shrubs, trees and plants; irrigation and drainage systems; and associated appurtenant facilities, including all necessary service, operation, administration, and maintenance required to keep the improvements in a healthy, vigorous, and satisfactory condition.

The City Council has preliminarily approved the Engineer's Report for fiscal year 2026/2027 in accordance with the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972. The Report is on file in the Office of the City Clerk. The maximum assessments for fiscal year 2026/2027 are not proposed to be increased above the maximum cap of $335.00; accordingly, notices and assessment ballots are not required. The assessment shall be collected at the same time and in the same manner as County taxes.

Any and all persons having any objections to the work, annexations, or the extent of the District may appear at the public hearing and show cause why said work should not be done or carried out in accordance with this Resolution of Intention. The City Council will consider all oral and written protests.

This Resolution was approved at the May 19, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting by the following vote:

AYES: Altamirano, Heredia, Mendoza, Smith, Snow
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None

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 June 5, 2026.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Lemon Grove will hold a Public Hearing to consider a resolution to adopt the Five-Year TransNet Local Street and Road Program of Projects (Regional Transportation Improvement Program) for Fiscal Years 2026-2027 through 2030-2031.

ANY INTERESTED PERSON may review the staff report and obtain additional information by visiting the City's website at www.lemongrove.ca.gov or contacting the staff member listed above. If you wish to express concerns in favor or against the above, you may submit your public comments in writing to the City Clerk at jpablo@lemongrove.ca.gov.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the City will provide special accommodations for persons who require assistance to access, attend, and/or participate in meetings. If you require such assistance, please contact the City Clerk at (619) 825-3841 at least five days prior to the scheduled hearing.

Joel G. Pablo, City Clerk, City of Lemon Grove
Published in the East County Californian on June 5, 2026.

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-250-0002 for a proposed appliance retail store in an existing 8,205 square-foot building located at 7875 Broadway (APN: 480-112-04-00) in the Village Commercial 3 (VC3) zone, Village Core District of the Downtown Village Specific Plan (DVSP).

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: 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 Tuesday, May 26, 2026 to 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.

Joel G. Pablo, City Clerk, City of Lemon Grove
Published in the East County Californian on May 15, 2026.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Lemon Grove, California invites sealed bids for the FY 2024-26 Street Rehabilitation Project (Contract Number 2026-20). The project consists of furnishing mix designs, cleaning pavement surfaces, providing traffic control and storm water pollution prevention devices, mixing and applying various pavement treatments, protecting the completed treatments until set, and application of traffic striping.

Receipt of Bids: All sealed bid proposals must be received by the Public Works Department, 3232 Main Street, Lemon Grove, CA 91945, prior to the bid closing time of 10:00 A.M., Tuesday, June 2, 2026. Bids will then be publicly opened and read aloud.

Bid Security: Bid Security in the amount of ten percent (10%) of the Lump Sum Base Bid shall accompany the Bid. The successful bidder will be required to furnish the City with a Performance Bond equal to 100% of the successful bid, and a Payment Bond equal to 100% of the successful bid, prior to execution of the Contract.

Contractor's License: The successful bidder will be required to possess a current State of California "Class A" General Engineering License or "C12" Earthwork and Paving Contractor at the time the Contract is awarded. All contractors and subcontractors must be registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5.

Prevailing Wage: In accordance with the California Labor Code, the Contractor must pay not less than prevailing wage rates as determined by the Director of Industrial Relations for all work done under this contract.

Project Documents: The project documents include the Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction (Green Book), 2021 Edition; the San Diego Area Regional Standard Drawings, current edition on the date of bid opening; and the contract documents.

Bid Documents: Plans, specifications, instructions to bidders, and bidder's proposal forms may be examined and downloaded at https://www.lemongrove.ca.gov/business-development/contracting-opportunities/.

The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids or to waive any irregularities or informalities in any bids or in the bidding. For further information contact Ed Walton, City Engineer, at (619) 825-3821 or by email at ewalton@lemongrove.ca.gov.
Published in the East County Californian on May 15 & 22, 2026.

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 Wednesday, May 27, 2026 by 2:00 PM. 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 as-needed plumbing services, which shall include all labor, material, and equipment necessary for maintenance and repair services at City facilities. The contractor must be experienced in providing plumbing repair services to public clients and must possess 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 at 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.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the Planning Commission of the City of Lemon Grove will hold a Public Hearing to consider a Time Extension for Tentative Map TM0-000-0064 and Planned Development Permit PDP-170-0003.

Under consideration is a request to extend the expiration date of Tentative Map TM0-000-0064 and Planned Development Permit PDP-170-0003 per Municipal Code Section 17.28.020(K) by one year to January 21, 2027. These projects authorize the construction of six (6) condominium units on a 0.25-acre parcel located at 8200 Hilltop Drive (APN: 479-042-32-00) in the Residential Medium High Zone.

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: 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 Monday, April 26, 2026 to 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.

Joel G. Pablo, City Clerk, City of Lemon Grove
Published in the East County Californian on April 17, 2026.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Lemon Grove will hold a Public Hearing to consider the amendment of the City of Lemon Grove Master Fee Schedule to revise the fees and/or deposits for Public Works – Engineering, Community Development – Building, Community Development – Planning, Community Services, and City Clerk, as well as the hourly rates charged for employee and contract staff time. The proposed revisions to the Master Fee Schedule are in compliance with the California Constitution, Article XIII C, Section 1, sub. (e) (1) through (7).

ANY INTERESTED PERSON may review the staff report and obtain additional information 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 submit your public comments in writing to the City Clerk at jpablo@lemongrove.ca.gov.

Joel G. Pablo, City Clerk, City of Lemon Grove
Published in the East County Californian on April 10 and April 17, 2026.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Lemon Grove, California at its Regular Meeting held on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 conducted the second reading and adopted Ordinance No. 473, entitled:

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LEMON GROVE, CALIFORNIA RESCINDING CHAPTERS 15.04, 15.06, 15.08, 15.10, 15.14, 15.18, 15.20, 15.22, 15.24, 15.28, 15.30, AND 15.32, OF TITLE 15 OF THE LEMON GROVE MUNICIPAL CODE, ENTITLED "BUILDINGS AND CONSTRUCTION," IN THEIR ENTIRETY, AND ADOPTING NEW CHAPTERS 15.04, 15.06, 15.08, 15.10, 15.14, 15.18, 15.20, 15.22, 15.24, 15.28, 15.30, AND 15.32, ADOPTING THE 2025 CALIFORNIA BUILDING STANDARDS CODE, INCLUDING THE 2025 CALIFORNIA ADMINISTRATIVE CODE, THE 2025 CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE, THE 2025 CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE, THE 2025 CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE, THE 2025 CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE, THE 2025 CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE, THE 2025 CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE, THE 2025 CALIFORNIA HISTORICAL BUILDING CODE, THE 2025 CALIFORNIA EXISTING BUILDING CODE, THE 2025 CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING CODE AND THE 2025 CALIFORNIA REFERENCE STANDARDS CODE, AND LOCAL AMENDMENTS AND RELATED FINDINGS.

The Ordinance was introduced at the March 3, 2026 City Council meeting and passed unanimously. It was adopted at its second reading at the April 7, 2026 City Council meeting by the following vote:

AYES: Smith, Altamirano, Heredia, Mendoza, Snow
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None

The Ordinance will become effective 30 days from its second reading and adoption.

Joel G. Pablo, City Clerk, City of Lemon Grove
Published in the East County Californian on April 17, 2026.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Lemon Grove (City), California will accept sealed proposals at City Hall located at 3232 Main Street, Lemon Grove, CA 91945 until 2:00 p.m., Monday, March 30, 2026. Proposals shall be submitted in plain, sealed envelopes, marked on the outside with the project title: Engineering & Annual Levy Services for Special Districts (No. 2026-15).

The City is requesting proposals from qualified firms for providing engineering and annual levy services for the Sanitation and Lighting District in the City of Lemon Grove. The award of an agreement, if made, will be made to the proposer who in the sole discretion of the City will best be able to perform the work in a manner most beneficial to the City of Lemon Grove.

The RFP document and specifications can be downloaded free of charge through the City's website at https://www.lemongrove.ca.gov/business-development/contracting-opportunities/.

For further information contact Izzy Murguia, Public Works Director, at (619) 825-3810 or by email at imurguia@lemongrove.ca.gov.
Published in the East County Californian on March 13, 2026.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Lemon Grove (City), California will accept sealed proposals at City Hall located at 3232 Main Street, Lemon Grove, CA 91945 until 2:00 p.m., Monday, March 30, 2026. Proposals shall be submitted in plain, sealed envelopes, marked on the outside with the project title: Construction Management & Inspection Services for Davidson Ave Storm Drain Replacement Project (No. 2026-14).

The City is requesting proposals from qualified firms for providing construction and inspection services for the removal and replacement of approximately 168 linear feet of 12-inch storm drain pipe. The award of an agreement, if made, will be made to the proposer who in the sole discretion of the City will best be able to perform the work in a manner most beneficial to the City.

The RFP document and specifications can be downloaded free of charge through the City's website at https://www.lemongrove.ca.gov/business-development/contracting-opportunities/.

For further information contact Izzy Murguia, Public Works Director, at (619) 825-3810 or by email at imurguia@lemongrove.ca.gov.
Published in the East County Californian on March 13, 2026.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Lemon Grove (City), California will accept sealed proposals at City Hall located at 3232 Main Street, Lemon Grove, CA 91945 until 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 7, 2026. Proposals shall be submitted in plain, sealed envelopes, marked on the outside with the project title: Madera Street Improvement Project (No. 2026-16).

The City is requesting statements of qualifications from firms for providing engineering services relating to traffic calming and street improvements for Madera Street. The award of an agreement, if made, will be made to the proposer who in the sole discretion of the City will best be able to perform the work in a manner most beneficial to the City.

The RFQ document and specifications can be downloaded free of charge through the City's website at https://www.lemongrove.ca.gov/business-development/contracting-opportunities/.

For further information contact Izzy Murguia, Public Works Director, at (619) 825-3810 or by email at imurguia@lemongrove.ca.gov.
Published in the East County Californian on March 13, 2026.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Lemon Grove will hold a public hearing to consider an appeal (AA2-500-0001) of the Community Development Manager's Decision to deny Minor Use Permit No. MUP-250-0001, a request for Early Separation Findings for a Regulated Use (Medical Marijuana Dispensary (MMD)) at 8280 Broadway in the Heavy Commercial (HC) zone pursuant to Section 17.28.020(O) of the Lemon Grove Municipal Code.

The sole purpose of this MUP appeal application is to determine if the application meets or does not meet required separation requirements. The proposed use would require an application for a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) and a public hearing prior to granting permission to operate a MMD.

ANY INTERESTED PERSON may review the request 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. At least 72 hours ahead of the City Council meeting, the meeting agenda will be posted in the case outside of City Hall and on the City's website at: 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 Tuesday, March 17, 2026 to facilitate distribution of the comments to the City Council. 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

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Lemon Grove (City), California will accept sealed proposals at City Hall located at 3232 Main Street, Lemon Grove, CA 91945 until 2:00 p.m., Monday, March 16, 2026. Proposals shall be submitted in plain, sealed envelopes, marked on the outside with the project title: Construction Management & Inspection Services for Davidson Ave Storm Drain Replacement Project (No. 2026-14).

The City is requesting proposals from qualified firms for providing construction and inspection services for the removal and replacement of approximately 168 linear feet of 12-inch storm drain pipe. The award of an agreement, if made, will be made to the proposer who in the sole discretion of the City will best be able to perform the work in a manner most beneficial to the City of Lemon Grove.

The RFP document and specifications can be downloaded free of charge through the City's website at https://www.lemongrove.ca.gov/business-development/contracting-opportunities/.

For further information contact Izzy Murguia, Public Works Director, at (619) 825-3810 or by email at imurguia@lemongrove.ca.gov.
Published in the East County Californian on February 27, 2026.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Lemon Grove (City), California will accept sealed proposals at City Hall located at 3232 Main Street, Lemon Grove, CA 91945 until 2:00 p.m., Monday, March 16, 2026. Proposals shall be submitted in plain, sealed envelopes, marked on the outside with the project title: Engineering & Annual Levy Services for Special Districts (No. 2026-15).

The City is requesting proposals from qualified firms for providing engineering and annual levy services for the Sanitation and Lighting District in the City of Lemon Grove. The award of an agreement, if made, will be made to the proposer who in the sole discretion of the City will best be able to perform the work in a manner most beneficial to the City of Lemon Grove.

The RFP document and specifications can be downloaded free of charge through the City's website at https://www.lemongrove.ca.gov/business-development/contracting-opportunities/.

For further information contact Izzy Murguia, Public Works Director, at (619) 825-3810 or by email at imurguia@lemongrove.ca.gov.
Published in the East County Californian on February 27, 2026.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Lemon Grove (City), California will accept sealed proposals at City Hall located at 3232 Main Street, Lemon Grove, CA 91945 until 2:00 p.m., Thursday, March 19, 2026. Proposals shall be submitted in plain, sealed envelopes, marked on the outside with the project title: Engineering and Design Services for Madera Street Improvement Project (No. 2026-16).

The City is requesting proposals from qualified firms for providing engineering services relating to traffic calming and street improvements for Madera Street. The award of an agreement, if made, will be made to the proposer who in the sole discretion of the City will best be able to perform the work in a manner most beneficial to the City of Lemon Grove.

The RFP document and specifications can be downloaded free of charge through the City's website at https://www.lemongrove.ca.gov/business-development/contracting-opportunities/.

For further information contact Izzy Murguia, Public Works Director, at (619) 825-3810 or by email at imurguia@lemongrove.ca.gov.
Published in the East County Californian on February 27, 2026.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Lemon Grove will hold a public hearing to consider an appeal (AA2-500-0001) of the Community Development Manager's Decision to deny Minor Use Permit No. MUP-250-0001, a request for Early Separation Findings for a Regulated Use (Medical Marijuana Dispensary) at 8280 Broadway in the General Commercial (GC) zone pursuant to Section 17.28.020(O) of the Lemon Grove Municipal Code.

The sole purpose of this MUP appeal application is to determine if the application meets or does not meet required separation requirements. The proposed use would require an application for a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) and a public hearing prior to granting permission to operate a MMD.

ANY INTERESTED PERSON may review the request 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. At least 72 hours ahead of the City Council meeting, the meeting agenda will be posted in the case outside of City Hall and on the City's website at: 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 Tuesday, January 20, 2026 to facilitate distribution of the comments to the City Council. 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 January 9, 2026.