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Film, Video and Still Photography Permits are discretionary requests to allow professional filming activities within the City. Film, Video and Still Photography Permits are required for all such activities except those for personal (non-commercial) use, the regular activities of the news media, and those conducted at and entirely with a studio. You may use the How to Apply instruction sheet, for additional information. Applications for Film, Video and Still-Photography Permits shall be processed by Planning staff as a Temporary Site Development Permit (TSDP) and approved by the Director of Community Development. In approving the request, the Director must make specific findings that the proposed activity is consistent with City policy and regulations, and in doing so, will stipulate specific conditions of approval (e.g. duration of filming, hours of operation, etc.) which must be satisfied by the permit applicant. How Do I Apply for a Film, Video and Still-Photography Permit? Please complete electronic Film Permit Application . If event takes place on private property, the City requires Property Owner Authorization approval. Please have owner/or Designee fill out this electronic Property Owner Authorization Form . Staff will review the application and respond through Civic Review. Once deemed complete, the application will be reviewed and decided by the Community Development Director. Application Fee $515.00 Appeal Procedure A decision by the Community Development Director regarding a Film, Video and Still Photography Permit may be appealed to the Planning Commission. The fee for such an appeal shall be $500.00. Please contact David Nett at (949) 248-3521 for specific appeal procedures. Further Information For questions regarding Film, Video and Still Photography Permits, please contact the David Nett at (949) 248-3521. A staff planner is available to discuss your proposal Monday – Thursday, 7:30 A.M. to 5:30 P.M., and 7:30 A.M. – 4:30 P.M. on Fridays. 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Federico Mike Frost Michael Villar Meetings, Agendas, & Minutes City Manager Economic Development Strategic Plan General Services Facilities Public Works & Engineering Construction (Capital Improvement) Projects FEMA Update Ocean Water Quality/Surface Runoff Solid Waste & Recycling Street Maintenance Street Sweeping Title VI Traffic Engineering Public Safety Community Services Unit Emergency Services OCFA Police Services Power Outage Staff Directory Community Recreation Arts & Culture Call for Artists Parks & Trails Headlands Trail Community Alert Harry Otsubo Community Gardens Dana Point Preserve Hilltop Conservation Park Harbor Point Conservation Park Monarch Butterfly Habitat South Strands Conservation Park Beaches City Calendar Dana Point Nature Interpretive Center Community Survey Summer Trolley Service Special Events Visitor Information Search Home / Community / Calendar Calendar This element requires javascript to be enabled. Please wait while we load this calendar... 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Dana Point Community Center, 34052 Del Obispo Street, Dana Point, CA 92629 14 more dates Tagged as: , Community events & fundraisers 4th Annual Non-Profit Symposium 21 May 2026 Come meet other local non-profits and gain new tools to better serve the community! Lunch and refreshments will be provided and a room will be available after the symposium for non-profits to mingle and network with each other. Dana Point Community Center, 34052 Del Obispo, 92629 Tagged as: , Informational Meeting Planning Permits Administrative Hearing - Cancelled 21 May 2026 Planning Permits Administrative Hearing Dana Point Community Development Conference Room, 33282 Golden Lantern, Suite 209, 92629 Tagged as: , Planning Permits Administrative Hearing Summer Trolley Service 22 May 2026 Happy Trolley Days are here again! The Summer 2026 Dana Point Trolley will begin daily service on Friday, May 22, 2026, as a kickoff to Memorial Day weekend and extend through Monday, September 7, 2026 (Labor Day). Tagged as: , Kids & family , Major events Farmers Market and Crafts Vendors 23 May 2026 California farmers bring fresh produce to sell at the Dana Point Farmers Market and Craft Vendors provide a large selection of art, jewelry, clothing, handbags, candles, hand-made soaps, and unique one-of-a-kind gifts. La Plaza Park, 34111 La Plaza, Dana Point, CA 92629 32 more dates Tagged as: , Markets & popup shops Memorial Day - City Hall Closed 25 May 2026 Memorial Day - City Hall Closed Tagged as: , Holidays Memorial Day Services 25 May 2026 Dana Point Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #9934 and the City of Dana Point will hold their Annual Memorial Day Services at Pines Park in Dana Point. This is a solemn service to honor all military personnel who have given their life defending and preserving freedom for the United States of America and helping others establish their freedom. Pines Park, 34941 Camino Capistrano, 92629 Tagged as: , Holidays Planning Commission Meeting - Cancelled 25 May 2026 Planning Commission Meeting City Council Chamber, 33282 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, CA 92629 Tagged as: , Planning Commission Meeting Page 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Page 1 of 8 Back to top Contact City of Dana Point 33282 Golden Lantern Dana Point, CA 92629 Operating Hours (949) 248-3500 Share & Connect Like us on Facebook Find us on Instagram Follow us on LinkedIn Follow us on Nextdoor Dana Point Connect Quick Links Agendas Careers Recreation Special Events Strands Surf Cam Terms of Use | Privacy Statement | Sitemap © 2026 City of Dana Point, CA | Powered by Granicus Public Notices & Bids - City of Dana Point, CA --> opens in new tab or window Skip to main content Quick Links Contact Us Dana Point Connect eNotifications Municipal Code Instagram Facebook English Select this as your preferred language Select a language to translate to English Select this as your preferred language Open Search Menu Services Resident Resources Coastal Animal Services Authority Housing Resources Schools Solid Waste & Recycling Transportation Utilities Public Records Research Permit Database Public Records Search Request Records Permit Center Help for Homeowners Applications & Handouts Business Registration Certificate of Occupancy Development Applications Engineering Film Permits Inspection Center Park Reservations Plan Review Services Short Term Rentals Solar Permit Wedding & Park Use Permits Service Fees City Government Administration Finance Financial Policies Human Resources Community Development Building & Safety Code Enforcement Planning Planning Commission Community Services Parks & Trails Recreation City Clerk Ballot Initiatives Districting Election Fair Political Practices Reporting Public Notices & Bids Records Management City Council John Gabbard Matthew Pagano Jamey M. 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Public Hearing Notices are published on the Calendar entry for the meeting. Public Bids (Current Bids) A list of current bid opportunities is posted on PlanetBids . The Contract Plans and Specifications for applicable projects can be downloaded from the website for free. However, to bid on the Project, every Bidder is required to purchase a hard copy set of the Contract Documents from the City of Dana Point. Upon purchase of the Contract Documents, the Bidder will be added to the CITY'S official plan holder's list. Bidders who have not purchased a hard copy set of the Contract Documents and are not on the City's official plan holder's list will be deemed non-responsive, may not bid on the project, and the bid will be returned unopened. If you have questions about a specific project, contact the City department listed in the description for that project. Plan Holder Lists for projects currently open may be obtained by contacting the assigned City department as listed on each bid. Online Vendor Registration Vendors interested in doing business with the City can register online through the City of Dana Point Vendor Portal. Registered vendors will receive notifications via email when a bid or RFP is posted that matches the categories selected during registration. It is the registered vendor's responsibility to maintain current information on the City's Vendor Portal. All technical questions related to the online bid system or vendor portal should be directed to PlanetBids. Access the City of Dana Point Vendor Portal and to see current Bid Opportunities Back to top Contact City of Dana Point 33282 Golden Lantern Dana Point, CA 92629 Operating Hours (949) 248-3500 Share & Connect Like us on Facebook Find us on Instagram Follow us on LinkedIn Follow us on Nextdoor Dana Point Connect Quick Links Agendas Careers Recreation Special Events Strands Surf Cam Terms of Use | Privacy Statement | Sitemap © 2026 City of Dana Point, CA | Powered by Granicus Public Safety - City of Dana Point, CA --> opens in new tab or window Skip to main content Quick Links Contact Us Dana Point Connect eNotifications Municipal Code Instagram Facebook English Select this as your preferred language Select a language to translate to English Select this as your preferred language Open Search Menu Services Resident Resources Coastal Animal Services Authority Housing Resources Schools Solid Waste & Recycling Transportation Utilities Public Records Research Permit Database Public Records Search Request Records Permit Center Help for Homeowners Applications & Handouts Business Registration Certificate of Occupancy Development Applications Engineering Film Permits Inspection Center Park Reservations Plan Review Services Short Term Rentals Solar Permit Wedding & Park Use Permits Service Fees City Government Administration Finance Financial Policies Human Resources Community Development Building & Safety Code Enforcement Planning Planning Commission Community Services Parks & Trails Recreation City Clerk Ballot Initiatives Districting Election Fair Political Practices Reporting Public Notices & Bids Records Management City Council John Gabbard Matthew Pagano Jamey M. Federico Mike Frost Michael Villar Meetings, Agendas, & Minutes City Manager Economic Development Strategic Plan General Services Facilities Public Works & Engineering Construction (Capital Improvement) Projects FEMA Update Ocean Water Quality/Surface Runoff Solid Waste & Recycling Street Maintenance Street Sweeping Title VI Traffic Engineering Public Safety Community Services Unit Emergency Services OCFA Police Services Power Outage Staff Directory Community Recreation Arts & Culture Call for Artists Parks & Trails Headlands Trail Community Alert Harry Otsubo Community Gardens Dana Point Preserve Hilltop Conservation Park Harbor Point Conservation Park Monarch Butterfly Habitat South Strands Conservation Park Beaches City Calendar Dana Point Nature Interpretive Center Community Survey Summer Trolley Service Special Events Visitor Information Search Home / City Government / Public Safety Public Safety Public safety services in Dana Point are provided by the city's Emergency Services Department , in coordination with the Orange County Sheriff's Department and Orange County Fire Authority . Please follow these links for additional information. The following video is from our partners at ReadyOC and Keep OC Safe, who remind you to always be aware of your environment, and look for things that don't belong. If you see something, say something. For more information, please visit the Keep OC Safe website. Your browser does not support inline frames. Please visit https://www.youtube.com/embed/lXkcPEVuS_U Community Services Unit The Community Service Unit (CSU) of Dana Point Police Services, dedicated to solving local problems and providing responsive, professional law enforcement to ensure a safe environment for all who live, work, and visit our beautiful city. Emergency Services OCFA Fire services for the City of Dana Point are provided by Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA). Police Services The Orange County Sheriff’s Department is among the largest in the nation, providing exemplary law enforcement services focused on a collaborative, dedicated and innovative approach to public safety. Power Outage A power outage is just one type of emergency that can occur in Dana Point. 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Federico Mike Frost Michael Villar Meetings, Agendas, & Minutes City Manager Economic Development Strategic Plan General Services Facilities Public Works & Engineering Construction (Capital Improvement) Projects FEMA Update Ocean Water Quality/Surface Runoff Solid Waste & Recycling Street Maintenance Street Sweeping Title VI Traffic Engineering Public Safety Community Services Unit Emergency Services OCFA Police Services Power Outage Staff Directory Community Recreation Arts & Culture Call for Artists Parks & Trails Headlands Trail Community Alert Harry Otsubo Community Gardens Dana Point Preserve Hilltop Conservation Park Harbor Point Conservation Park Monarch Butterfly Habitat South Strands Conservation Park Beaches City Calendar Dana Point Nature Interpretive Center Community Survey Summer Trolley Service Special Events Visitor Information Search Home / City Government / City Council City Council John Gabbard Mayor | District 1 Email
[email protected] Profile John was born in Kokomo, Indiana and raised in the farmlands of rural Indiana. He served in the Marine Corps as an enlisted Marine and a Marine Officer from 1988-2005. His operational deployments included Operations Joint Endeavor, Assured Response, Quick Response, Southern Watch and Operation Enduring Freedom. Matthew Pagano Council Member | District 2 Email
[email protected] Profile Born and raised in Dana Point, Matthew grew up enjoying the amazing amenities of his dynamic community. He attended R.H. Dana, Marco Forester, and Dana Hills along with his wife. They have 4 children who attend St. Edwards Parish School. Jamey M. Federico Council Member | District 3 Email
[email protected] Profile Jamey was elected to the Dana Point City Council on November 4, 2018 and was sworn in as a Councilmember on December 6, 2018. He served nearly 22 years in the U.S. Marine Corps, first as an infantry officer and later as an AH-1Z Cobra attack helicopter pilot, completing four combat tours in Iraq and Afghanistan. He retired as a Lieutenant Colonel in 2017. Mike Frost Mayor Pro Tem | District 4 Email
[email protected] Profile In 2013, Mike began serving on the City’s Council-appointed Traffic Improvement Sub-Committee analyzing high-impact traffic issues. He has also served on the City’s Financial Review Committee since 2019. Michael Villar Council Member | District 5 Email
[email protected] Profile Michael is a long time Capo Beach resident, a retired USMC helicopter pilot and commissioned officer, and is currently a Lean Director in the construction industry. He earned his undergraduate degree in Sociology from UCLA and his master's degree in Computer Science from the Naval Postgraduate School. Find My District Meetings, Agendas, & Minutes City Representatives on Outside Agencies (PDF, 334KB) Boards and Commissions (PDF, 114KB) City Council Meeting Schedule City Council meetings are held in the Council Chamber, City Hall, 33282 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, CA 92629, at 6:00 p.m., on the first and third Tuesday of each month. This element requires javascript to be enabled. Please wait while we load this calendar... About the City Council The City of Dana Point operates under a Council/Manager form of government. City Council Members are elected by-district for a four year term. Council Members serve "staggered" terms, meaning that either two (2) or three (3) seats are open for election every two years. Council Members may serve no more than two consecutive (four year) terms. Municipal elections are held the first Tuesday in November of even numbered years, with three Council members selected at one election and two at the next. Service on the Council is limited to two consecutive full terms. The Council is the legislative policy making branch of City government. City Council is responsible for enacting ordinances, resolutions and orders necessary for governing the affairs of the City; approving or amending the annual budget; authorizing contracts on behalf of the City; acting as the final appeal body on rulings of commissions; and appointing the City Manager, City Attorney, and members of commissions and/or committees. About the Mayor Each year, the Council elects one of its members to serve as Mayor and one as Mayor Pro Tem for a one-year term. The Mayor serves as the official representative of the City for all legislative and ceremonial purposes. The Mayor is the presiding officer at City Council meetings and executes legal instruments and documents. However, the Mayor is not vested with administrative authority. The Mayor Pro Tem serves in the Mayor's absence. AB1234 Training Certificates Elected officials are required to attend an AB1234 Ethics Training every two years. View the ethics certificate for each Council Member below. AB1234 Ethics Training Certificates Current Mayor, Mayor Pro Tem, and City Council Members John Gabbard - View Certificate (PDF, 54KB) Mike Frost - View Certificate (PDF, 316KB) Jamey Federico - View Certificate (PDF, 101KB) Matthew Pagano - View Certificate (PDF, 313KB) Michael Villar - View Certificate (PDF, 100KB) City Council Meetings The regular meeting of the City Council is a vital part of the democratic process in the conduct of the City's affairs. It is at Council meetings that laws, policies and basic decisions are made for the government of Dana Point. All meetings of the City Council are open to the public and citizens are encouraged to attend to learn more about how the City operates. City Council meetings are held in the Council Chamber, City Hall, 33282 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, CA 92629, at 6:00 p.m., on the first and third Tuesdays of each month. Special meetings are called as necessary by the Mayor, or by a majority of Council Members, and noticed at least 24 hours in advance. Here is the current meeting schedule . City Council Agenda The City Council agenda is the official order of business at Council meetings. Items for the agenda are prepared and submitted to the City Council by the City Manager and staff. The agenda lists the items coming before the Council for consideration. A City staff report for each item gives background and analysis, as well as staff recommendations and alternatives. The Council may take action on any matter noticed in the Agenda in any manner deemed appropriate by the Council. The Council's consideration of the noticed matters is not limited by the recommendations indicated in the Agenda Reports. By Resolution, no new items of business will be started after 11:00 p.m., unless an exception is made by vote of the Council. City Council Agenda & Minutes Addressing the City Council Members of the public may address the Council on items included in the agenda or on topics that ar Beaches - City of Dana Point, CA --> opens in new tab or window Skip to main content Quick Links Contact Us Dana Point Connect eNotifications Municipal Code Instagram Facebook English Select this as your preferred language Select a language to translate to English Select this as your preferred language Open Search Menu Services Resident Resources Coastal Animal Services Authority Housing Resources Schools Solid Waste & Recycling Transportation Utilities Public Records Research Permit Database Public Records Search Request Records Permit Center Help for Homeowners Applications & Handouts Business Registration Certificate of Occupancy Development Applications Engineering Film Permits Inspection Center Park Reservations Plan Review Services Short Term Rentals Solar Permit Wedding & Park Use Permits Service Fees City Government Administration Finance Financial Policies Human Resources Community Development Building & Safety Code Enforcement Planning Planning Commission Community Services Parks & Trails Recreation City Clerk Ballot Initiatives Districting Election Fair Political Practices Reporting Public Notices & Bids Records Management City Council John Gabbard Matthew Pagano Jamey M. 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Our City is rich in history and is popular for surfing, tide pool exploration, walking, and ocean enjoyment. Baby Beach in Dana Point is a calm, family-friendly spot inside Dana Point Harbor. Its shallow waters and sandy shore make it perfect for kids and beginner swimmers, with nearby amenities like restrooms, picnic areas, and easy access to paddleboarding and kayaking. Capistrano Beach , along the scenic stretch of coast in south Dana Point, offers volleyball, basketball, cycling, and other beach activities. During the summer months, a concession stand offers fishing gear, food and beverages, and beach supplies. Doheny State Beach features over one mile of sandy coast and some of the best swimming and surfing in California. During low tide, tide pools are perfect for exploring. A campground features 121 developed family campsites and the picnic area has 170 picnic tables and 99 barbecue grills. Salt Creek Beach is also a popular surfing location. A small, offshore reef creates some of the best left swells along the entire shoreline. Swimming, body surfing, sunbathing and tide pool exploration provide fun for everyone. The park consists of sandy beaches, rocky promontories, and sheer cliffs. The original ravine canyon locally known as Salt Creek, forms the northerly boundary of the beach. Grading and landscaping have been completed in such a manner as to blend with the natural features, leaving the beach and cliff area basically undisturbed. Beach facilities can be reached from Ritz Carlton Dr. off Pacific Coast Highway. Strands Beach offers a picturesque stretch of sandy shoreline nestled below scenic bluffs in Dana Point. Known for its natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere, it’s a favorite spot for sunbathing, swimming, and surfing. The beach features convenient access points, restrooms, and nearby picnic areas. The beach is accessible from Selva Road and Pacific Coast Highway. 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