City Council

13.A. Landmark Designation No. HRC25-0002 8016 Santa Fe Springs Road – Googie Carwash (AIN 8165-008-018) Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 2025-44, approving Landmark Designation No. HRC25-0002 to authorize placement of the property located at 8016 Santa Fe Springs Road (Googie Carwash) onto the City of Whittier’s Local Official Register of Historic Landmarks. Environmental Review: The request for landmark designation is categorically exempt from the environmental review process, pursuant to Section 15308 (Class 8) of the California Environmental Quality Act, which exempts actions taken by regulatory agencies, as authorized by state or local ordinance, to assure the maintenance, restoration, enhancement, or protection of the environment where the regulatory process involves procedures for protection of the environment. Whittier Municipal Code Section 18.84.050 enables landmark designation to protect and enhance a historic resource. Hazardous Waste Sites: The project site is not identified on any of the lists enumerated under Government Code Section 65952.5. The site is adjacent to listed properties and will have mitigation measures to address hazards and hazardous materials.