Claim: “The City won’t let us talk about the Euclid/Schaefer project during Council meetings.” 

Fact: Public comment is always welcome. However, California’s Brown Act prohibits City Councilmembers from engaging in discussion or making decisions about items that are not on the posted agenda. This law is designed to protect the public’s right to advance notice and transparency in government decision-making. 

When a project like Euclid/Schaefer is still in the planning phase and has not yet been scheduled for formal review by the Planning Commission or Council, Councilmembers are legally required to refrain from discussing it publicly in order to preserve due process and avoid prejudging the matter. 

What you can do: 

• Submit written comments to the City Clerk before a meeting. These become part of the official record and are shared with the Council. 
• Speak during public comment for non-agendized items—but understand that Council cannot legally respond until the project is formally before them. 
• Participate during public hearings when the project is officially agendized for Planning Commission or City Council. 
• Sign up for alerts to be notified when the project is scheduled.

Claim: “The public is being shut out and staff is rushing the Euclid/Schaefer Project.” 

Fact: The City has met—and in many cases, exceeded—its public noticing requirements. Applicable project materials are publicly posted, and nearby residents have been notified in accordance with both State and municipal law. In fact, the City increased the notification area and provided additional opportunities for public input. In addition, staff has engaged directly with residents, community stakeholders, and the applicant throughout the process. 

This project is still under review and has not been finalized or scheduled for a Planning Commission hearing. How to Stay Involved: 

• Attend the Planning Commission meeting once the project once it’s scheduled.
• Email comments to planning staff or the City Council.
• Submit public comment when the project is agendized. 
• Sign up for project updates.