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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Lafayette public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Sunflower Hill at Sierra Place naming
The Sunflower Hill affordable housing project for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities at 949 Moraga Road now carries the name of Sierra Olson, a beloved Lafayette resident who passed away at 25. Her family blessed the tribute.
Window pane size dispute between council and commission
The City Council recently cut the maximum single window pane from 18 to 6 square feet, and commissioners across the board called that 'ridiculously small.' The commission formally recommended restoring 18 square feet in its ODS recommendation, giving the council a clear signal.
Diablo Valley Montessori School's 60th anniversary
The city honored a 60-year-old local institution with an official proclamation, recognizing the school's role in educating generations of Lafayette children.
Volunteer recognition and commissions
The Commission is operating with four of seven seats filled. Council will consider appointing up to two new commissioners; options like shrinking to five or merging commissions were floated but aren't being pursued.
Ordinance 701: EV Charging Station Requirements
A mostly technical fix: the city is re-adopting its EV charging rules with the building code reference updated from 2022 to 2025. Final adoption comes May 26.