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Council’s Jan. 10 meeting focused on goals, speed limits and more

Find out what happened at the Mission Viejo City Council meeting

(City of Mission Viejo)

In the first City Council meeting of 2023, Mayor Brian Goodell spoke about his goals for this year and notable City accomplishments, and the Council passed a new ordinance and recognized an outstanding team.


Mayor Goodell touched on goals and the City’s vast accomplishments including its robust fiscal position during his opening comments, noting that 2022 Mayor Wendy Bucknum's State of the City speech will air in February.

Following City staff’s recommendations, Council Members passed the Citywide speed limit update. Staff spoke about California laws and how and why cities adopt speed limits.

U.S. Representative Young Kim will host regular office hours to meet with constituents at Mission Viejo City Hall, under a plan Council Members also approved on Tuesday.

Along with business items, Council Members recognized the Saddleback College women’s soccer team for its State title and being ranked #1 in the nation by United Soccer Coaches.

The City Council normally meets at 6 pm on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month in the Council Chamber located at 200 Civic Center Drive. Council meetings are streamed live on the City's website and air on Cox Channel 30 and AT&T U-Verse Channel 99. Stay tuned to the City's social media sites for up-to-date news and information.

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