STANTON CIVIC CENTER (OC Tribune photo).

For many cities, sales tax – as generated by retail activity – is the life blood of the municipal budget.

In an effort to attract more stores, restaurants and other generators of such revenue, the Stanton City Council on Tuesday approved a professional services agreement with The Retail Coach for retail market analysis and retail recruitment services.

The agreement calls for an initial term from July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026 with up to two two-year term extensions.

Also on Tuesday night, the council:
• approved the purchase of two solar-powered surveillance trailers for public safety uses;
• reached consensus on the development of a formal policy for the naming and re-naming of city-owned parks and public facilities.