Overview

The City of Cerritos is set to hold its second community open house to discuss the proposed rezoning of a commercial shopping center at the intersection of Bloomfield Avenue and South Street. This event aims to gather public input on the potential transformation of the site to accommodate both commercial and residential uses.

Scheduled for August 13, 2025, the open house follows an initial meeting held on June 18, where residents and stakeholders provided feedback on the rezoning initiative. City officials are seeking further community engagement before any formal decisions are made.

Key details

  • Event Date: Wednesday, August 13, 2025
  • Time: 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
  • Location: Cerritos Senior Center, Aspen Pine Room, 12340 South Street
  • Purpose: To discuss potential rezoning of a commercial shopping center
  • Current Use: The site is currently a retail space
  • Proposed Change: To allow a mix of commercial and residential uses
  • Previous Meeting: The first open house was held on June 18, 2025
  • Public Notification: Notices mailed to property owners within a 500-foot radius
  • Public Engagement: Information shared via City’s social media platforms
  • City Manager: Robert A. Lopez emphasized the open house is for information gathering
  • Officials' Participation: Elected and appointed officials may attend as observers only
  • Feedback Process: Public input will be summarized for the City Council

Context

This initiative is part of Cerritos' efforts to adapt to changing land use needs and community priorities, reflecting a broader trend in urban planning that seeks to blend residential and commercial spaces.

What happens next

Following the open house, the feedback collected will be compiled and presented to the City Council, which will determine whether the rezoning will proceed into a formal review process.

What we don't know yet

Details regarding the specific types of residential and commercial uses proposed for the site are not confirmed, nor is the timeline for any potential implementation of the rezoning.