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PILOT program approved
The Stanton City Commission approved a new framework for payment-in-lieu-of-taxes (PILOT) agreements, despite concerns from one commissioner that city officials were moving too quickly without fully understanding the program. The City Commission voted 4-1 to approve the new…

Stanton’s storm drain mystery
It works, it’s been there since at least 1981 … but nobody seems to know who put it there. City of Stanton officials are trying to determine what to do about a storm drain running through private property in the area of Lake and Vine streets, apparently without an easement giving…

Stanton lawnmower sale raises conflict of interest concerns
Who should be allowed to bid on city property? That question took center stage Tuesday after a Stanton city employee won a sealed bid for one of two surplus lawnmowers. The post Stanton lawnmower sale raises conflict of interest concerns first appeared on The Daily News .

Special Meeting: Tuesday, May 26
Our regularly scheduled City Council meeting will be held on Tuesday, May 26 at 6:30pm in City Council Chambers (7800 Katella Ave.). In place of the Budget Workshop, the City Council will receive a Public Safety update regarding the ongoing hazardous incident in Garden Grove and…

Stanton SAFE Program Recognized with Golden Hub of Innovation Award
The City of Stanton is proud to announce that its SAFE Skies: Stanton Aerial Fireworks Enforcement (SAFE) Program has been recognized with a Golden Hub of Innovation Award for its proactive approach to addressing illegal fireworks. The SAFE Program reflects Stanton’s coordinated…

Dotson Park Closed for Maintenance
Dotson Park is currently closed to the public due to necessary maintenance at the facility. We appreciate your patience as City staff work to complete the repairs and reopen the park as quickly as possible. Updates on the status of Dotson Park will be shared as they become…

Press Release: Fireworks Update July 23
CITY OF STANTON ANNOUNCES 2026 ILLEGAL FIREWORKS ENFORCEMENT RESULTS Ongoing enforcement holds violators accountable and protects residents, property and neighborhoods. Stanton, Calif. (July 23, 2026): The City of Stanton has completed its review of evidence collected during the…

Vacant Property Ordinance Update
UPDATED VACANT PROPERTY ORDINANCE Effective September 11, 2026 First Annual Registration Period Begins January 1, 2027 Protecting Stanton's Businesses and Neighborhoods The City of Stanton has updated its Vacant Property Ordinance to improve the maintenance, security, and…