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Seal Beach council continues Haines/DWP public hearing after residents seek CEQA clarity and more packet materials

Seal Beach City Council · February 9, 2026
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Summary

The council continued the public hearing on the Haines/DWP project to Feb. 23 after residents raised concerns about packet access, whether a new IS/MND is required for a 'smaller footprint' proposal, and a lack of clarity about alternatives and public engagement.

The Seal Beach City Council on Feb. 9 voted unanimously to continue a public hearing on the Haines project to Feb. 23, after residents pressed staff for clearer CEQA analysis and more accessible packet materials.

Ken, a resident and frequent commenter at council meetings, told the council he found new materials in last week’s packet — including an updated glint-and‑glare analysis and a two‑page technical description of a 'smaller footprint' plan — but said those pages arrived too late for meaningful…

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