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Closed during the pandemic, the city is now considering whether to keep it that way. But leaders say more input is needed from merchants. The council will take up the issue again at its June 28 meeting.
The district selects individuals of influence in the community, such as city council members, city managers, chiefs of police, and local college administrators, among others to act as principal for a day at schools across the district for its “Principal for a Day” event.
The Whittier City Council gave city staff direction on what should be included when drafting an ordinance for short-term rentals, including penalties and potentially limiting it to only residential owners.
Whittier city councilmembers decided to continue its current teleconference rules and public comment options – which include in-person, Zoom, and emails.
The council's decision came about two months after the American Civil Liberties Union accused the city of violating California’s open-meeting law by not allowing the public to speak during its meeting, even if only virtually or phone.