City Council. The commissions have broad City-wide areas of review, while the councils have more narrowly focused areas of review on specific segments of the community. Community Services Commission Meetings: First Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at La Mirada City Hall The Community Services Commission is responsible for developing recommendations to improve the quality of life in the community regarding social, recreational and cultural needs and programs. Planning Commission Meetings: Third Thursday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at La Mirada City Hall The Planning Commission’s responsibilities and authority are in accordance with the Conservation and Planning laws as related to general law cities, except as may be otherwise authorized by and set forth in specific City Ordinances. Public Safety Commission Meetings: Fourth Thursday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at La Mirada City Hall The Public Safety Commission studies, makes reports, holds hearings, and makes recommendations to the City Council on matters relating to public safety in the City. Major areas of responsibility include: items of traffic safety as related to traffic and pedestrian control; and adequacy of police, fire, and health services. Historical Preservation Advisory Council Meetings: Second Thursday of each month, 4:30 p.m. at La Mirada City Hall The Historical Preservation Advisory Council advises the City Council on ways to promote the preservation and use of historical landmarks, and assists in historical programs and events. Senior Council Meetings: Fourth Wednesday of each month, 10 a.m. at the La Mirada Activity Center The Senior Council consists of 16 members and alternate members including four members selected at-large from the community. The Senior Council reviews issues such as planning senior recreation activities and programs, enhancing senior social services, developing community safety, technology, and mentoring programs, distributing public information, and expanding community events. Youth Council Meetings: Last Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the La Mirada Resource Center The Youth Council consists of 13 primary members (four at-large, nine school representatives, and nine alternates all serving one-year terms expiring in October.) The Youth Council works on creating a Youth Master Plan, planning youth recreation activities, expanding programs and facilities, school and campus safety, technology, mentoring programs, career enhancement programs, public information, social services and community events. Click here to learn more about how you can get involved. Source: City of La Mirada[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]]]>
6 Ways to Get Involved in La Mirada