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CALL TO ORDER: CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY/HOUSING AUTHORITY (5:00 pm)

The meeting was called to order at 5:01 P.M. by Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Lula Davis-Holmes in the Helen Kawagoe Council Chambers, Carson City Hall, located at 701 E. Carson Street, Carson, California 90745.

ROLL CALL (CITY CLERK)

City Clerk/Agency Secretary/Authority Secretary, Dr. Khaleah K. Bradshaw noted the roll:

Council Members/Agency Members/Authority Board Members Present:

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Lula Davis-Holmes, Mayor Pro Tempore/Agency Vice Chairman/Authority Vice Chairman, Dr. Jawane Hilton, Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Cedric Hicks, Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Jim Dear, and Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Arleen Rojas

Also Present:

Monica Cooper, City/Agency/Authority Treasurer; David C. Roberts, Jr., City Manager; Sunny Soltani, City/Agency/Authority Attorney; John Raymond, Assistant City Manager; Dr. Robert Lennox, Assistant City Manager; Michael Whittiker, Jr., Director of Community Services; Saied Naaseh, Director of Community Development; Dr. Arlington Rodgers, Director of Public Works; Gary Carter, Director of Information Technology and Security; Josh Boudreaux, Director of Human Resources; Nora Garcia, Director of Public Safety; and Reata Kulcsar, Energy and Sustainability Officer

FLAG SALUTE

Counci Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Hicks led the Pledge of Allegiance.

INVOCATION (Item 1)

1. PASTOR MANNY DELA CRUZ FROM FAMILY IN CHRIST MINISTRIES INTERNATIONAL - CARSON CHAPTER- 5:06 PM

Pastor Manny Dela Cruz gave the invocation.

CLOSED SESSION (Items 2 - 6)

2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION (CITY COUNCIL)

— A closed session will be held, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1), to confer with legal counsel regarding pending litigation to which the City of Carson is a party. The title of such litigation is as follows: CAM-Carson, LLC v. Carson Reclamation Authority, City of Carson and Successor Agency to the Carson Redevelopment Agency, Los Angeles Superior Court Case No. 20STCV16461.

ACTION: Did not consider item.

3. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR (CITY COUNCIL)

— A closed session will be held, pursuant to Government Code 54957.6, with City Manager, Assistant City Manager, and Human Resources Officer, its negotiators, regarding labor negotiations with AME, CPSA, and AFSCME Local 809 and 1017 as well as Unclassified Management.

ACTION: No reportable action was taken.

4. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION (CITY COUNCIL)

— A closed session will be held, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2) or (d)(3) and (e)(1), because there is a significant exposure to litigation in one case.

ACTION: No reportable action was taken.

5. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION (CITY COUNCIL)

— A closed session will be held, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1), to confer with legal counsel regarding pending litigation to which the City of Carson is a party. The title of such litigation is as follows: Monique Alvarez et al v. Prologis Inc. et al. Case No. 21STCV38929 and related cases.

ACTION: No reportable action was taken.

6. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION (CITY COUNCIL)

— A closed session will be held, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1), to confer with legal counsel regarding pending litigation to which the City of Carson is a party. The title of such litigation is as follows: Watson Land Company v. City of Carson, et al, Los Angeles Superior Court Case No. 19STCP019720.

ACTION: No reportable action was taken.

REPORT ON ANY PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS (CITY CLERK)

None.

ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ITEMS (CITY ATTORNEY)

City/Agency/Authority Attorney Soltani announced the Closed Session items.

RECESS INTO CLOSED SESSION UNTIL 6:00 P.M. OR UNTIL THE END OF CLOSED SESSION, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST

The meeting was recessed at 5:12 P.M. by Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes to Closed Session.

2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION (CITY COUNCIL)- 5:11 PM

3. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR (CITY COUNCIL)-

4. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION (CITY COUNCIL)- 6:07 PM

5. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION (CITY COUNCIL)-

6. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION (CITY COUNCIL)-

RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION AT 6:00 P.M. OR AT THE END OF CLOSED SESSION, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST

The meeting was reconvened at 6:35 P.M. by Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes.

REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION ACTIONS (CITY ATTORNEY)

City/Agency/Authority Attorney Soltani gave the Closed Session report.

INTRODUCTIONS (MAYOR) (Items 7 - 8)

7. REPORT FROM CAPTAIN NORMAN OF CARSON SHERIFF'S STATION- 6:37 PM

Captain Norman thanked Mayor Davis-Holmes and Council Member Hicks for meeting with her and looks forward to meeting with Council Member Rojas, Mayor Pro Tempore, Dr. Hilton, and Council Member Dear.

Captain Norman summarized the recent law enforcement activities, crime statistics, and shared safety tips. She wished everyone safe and Happy Holidays.

Mayor Pro Tempore/Agency Vice Chairman/Authority Vice Chairman, Dr. Hilton asked about an accident that took place on Cedarbluff and Victoria. He wanted to know if the woman who was killed was in the crosswalk. Captain Norman stated that it was determined that she was in the crosswalk but it is still under investigation.

Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Dear shared that he was out of town but looking forward to meeting with Captain Norman.

Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Hicks asked about a device that tracks the speed limit. He asked if they can be placed during the holiday season to alert people they are speeding. Captain Norman stated she would look into it.

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes shared with Captain Norman that she enjoyed meeting with her and that she would like quarterly meetings.

8. REPORT FROM ASSISTANT CHIEF KANE OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY FIRE - 6:44 PM

Battalion Chief Munoz summarized the statistics for November and recent fire department activities.

PRESENTATIONS (Item 9)

9. PLANNING COMMISSION YEAR END REVIEW- 6:46 PM

Planning Manager Chris Palmer noted each October is National Planning Month. He shared a video of the Planning Commission year-end review and status update.

Planning Commission Chair Dianne Thomas offered comments. Planning Commission members who were present introduced themselves.

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes thanked the Planning Commission and staff for their work.

Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Hicks stated the community requested a need for a grocery store on the east side of the City of Carson.

ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FOR MATTERS LISTED ON THE AGENDA (MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC) (LIMITED TO ONE HOUR)

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes announced the Swearing-In Ceremony on December 17, 2024, at 6:00 P.M. at the Carson Community Center for herself, Mayor Pro Tempore, Dr. Hilton, and Council Member Hicks.

Henry Barsotti, General Manager, Phillips 66 Los Angeles Refinery - Item No. 23

Offered comments in support of the item

Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Dear asked questions and Henry Barsotti answered his questions.

Tommy Fa'avae on behalf of IBEW Local 11 and LAOC Building Trades Council - Item No. 23

Offered comments in support of the item and Phillips 66

APPROVAL OF MINUTES (Item 10)

10. APPROVAL OF THE FOLLOWING CARSON CITY COUNCIL-SUCCESSOR AGENCY-HOUSING AUTHORITY MINUTES: NOVEMBER 12, 2024 (SPECIAL MEETING) AND NOVEMBER 19, 2024 (REGULAR MEETING) (CITY COUNCIL)- 7:18 PM

This item was heard after Oral Communications For Matters Not Listed on the Agenda (Members of the Public)

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— APPROVE the minutes as listed.

Motion to Approve submitted by Jim Dear seconded by Dr. Jawane Hilton resulting in 5-0-0-0-0

Motion To Approve submitted by Jim Dear seconded by Dr. Jawane Hilton resulting in 5-0-0-0-0

CONSENT (Items 11 - 21)

Motion To Approve submitted by Jim Dear seconded by Cedric L. Hicks Sr. resulting in 5-0-0-0-0

11. CONSIDER MONTHLY INVESTMENT AND CASH REPORT FOR THE CITY OF CARSON, CARSON HOUSING AUTHORITY, CARSON SUCCESSOR AGENCY-MONTH ENDING OCTOBER 31, 2024 (CITY COUNCIL)- 7:18 PM

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— RECEIVE and FILE

ACTION: Item No. 11 was approved on Consent.

12. CONSIDER ADOPTING RESOLUTION NO. 24-111, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARSON RATIFYING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $14,693,122.47, DEMAND CHECK NUMBERS 176070 THROUGH 176447 (CITY COUNCIL)- 7:18 PM

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— 1. WAIVE further reading and ADOPT Resolution No. 24-111, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARSON RATIFYING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $14,693,122.47, DEMAND CHECK NUMBERS 176070 THROUGH 176447."

ACTION: Item No. 12 was approved on Consent.

13. CONSIDER AN UPDATE ON CITY COMMISSIONS (CITY COUNCIL)- 7:18 PM

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— RECEIVE and FILE this report.

ACTION: Item No. 13 was approved on Consent.

14. CONSIDER AN UPDATE ON CITY PROJECTS (CITY COUNCIL)- 7:18 PM

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— RECEIVE and FILE this report.

ACTION: Item No. 14 was approved on Consent.

15. CONSIDER ACCEPTING THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY'S ENERGY EFFICIENCY AND CONSERVATION BLOCK GRANT AWARD OF $150,080.00 (CITY COUNCIL)- 7:18 PM

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— 1. ACCEPT the U.S. Department of Energy's Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant award of $150,080.00.

— 2. ACCEPT the Special Terms and Conditions and AUTHORIZE the City Manager to execute the Special Terms and Conditions and any related grant documents subject to approval as to form by the City Attorney.

ACTION: Item No. 15 was approved on Consent.

16. CONSIDER APPROVING THE PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT FOR THE CLEAN POWER ALLIANCE'S ELECTRIC FLEET TRANSITION PROGRAM (CITY COUNCIL)- 7:18 PM

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— 1. APPROVE the Participation Agreement with Clean Power Alliance allowing participation in the Clean Power Alliance's Energized Communities Program to receive funding of up to $250,000.00.

— 2. AUTHORIZE the City Manager to execute the agreement and any related documents subject to approval as to form by the City Attorney.

ACTION: Item No. 16 was approved on Consent.

17. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO THE AGREEMENT (21-080) WITH VERNE’S PLUMBING, INC., FOR THE TESTING, REPAIR AND REPLACEMENTOF CITY-OWNED BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES (CITY COUNCIL)- 7:18 PM

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— 1. APPROVE Amendment No. 2 to the Agreement for Contract Services by and between the City of Carson and Verne’s Plumbing, Inc. to increase the contract sum by $16,667 such that the total cost of the Contract Agreement does not exceed $110,860.31, and extend the term of the agreement by one year to May 30, 2026.

— 2. AUTHORIZE the Mayor to execute the amendment after approval as to form by the City Attorney.

ACTION: Item No. 17 was approved on Consent.

18. CONSIDER RECORDING A "NOTICE OF EXEMPTION" IN THE OFFICE OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY CLERK AND WITH THE STATE CLEARING HOUSE FOR PROJECT NO.675 (SEPULVEDA BRIDGE WIDENING PROJECT), PURSUANT TO SECTION 15301 OF THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT GUIDELINES AND AUTHORIZING STAFF TO ADVERTISE FOR CONSTRUCTION (CITY COUNCIL)- 7:18 PM

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— 1. AUTHORIZE staff to advertise the work and call for construction bids for Project No. 675: Sepulveda Bridge Widening Project from Alameda Boulevard to Intermodal Way.

— 2. MAKE the California Environmental Quality act finding that the proposed Project No. 675: Sepulveda Bridge Widening Project from Alameda Boulevard to Intermodal Way are categorically exempt pursuant to Section 15301 of the California Environmental Quality Act guidelines

— 3. AUTHORIZE staff to record the “Notice of Exemption” in the office of the Los Angeles County Clerk and with the State Clearing House at the Governor’s Office of Planning and Research for Project No. 675: Sepulveda Bridge Widening Project.

ACTION: Item No. 18 was approved on Consent.

19. CONSIDERATION OF ADOPTION OF REVISED NEIGHBORHOOD PRIDE PROGRAM GUIDELINES (CITY COUNCIL)- 7:18 PM

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— 1. APPROVE the modified Neighborhood Pride Program guidelines.

— 2. AUTHORIZE the City Manager to respond and sign the attached draft letter.

ACTION: Item No. 19 was approved on Consent.

20. CONSIDER REJECTION OF PROPOSALS RECEIVED FOR REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS ("RFP"): 25-005 STATE OF THE CITY EVENT PRODUCTION AND MANAGEMENT- 7:18 PM

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— 1. REJECT all proposals received in response to RFP: 25-005 State of the City Event Production and Management.

ACTION: Item No. 20 was approved on Consent.

21. CONSIDER ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-113 FURTHER EXTENDING THE TIMELINE FOR COMPLIANCE ON THE PART OF SOUTH BAY CARSON, LLC & SYWEST DEVELOPMENT, LLC, WITH THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 940-13, RELOCATION REVIEW NO. 3047-13 & RESOLUTION NO. 13-099, AND AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 23-187 REGARDING VEHICLE STORAGE FACILITIES LOCATED ON THAT CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY WHOSE COMMON STREET ADDRESS IS 20151 SOUTH MAIN STREET, CITY OF CARSON (CITY COUNCIL)- 7:18 PM

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— WAIVE further reading and ADOPT Resolution No. 24-113, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARSON, CALIFORNIA, FURTHER EXTENDING THE TIMELINE FOR COMPLIANCE ON THE PART OF SOUTH BAY CARSON, LLC & SYWEST DEVELOPMENT, LLC, WITH THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 940-13, RELOCATION REVIEW NO. 3047-13 & RESOLUTION NO. 13-099, AND AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 23-187 REGARDING VEHICLE STORAGE FACILITIES LOCATED ON THAT CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY WHOSE COMMON STREET ADDRESS IS 20151 SOUTH MAIN STREET, CITY OF CARSON."

ACTION: Item No. 21 was approved on Consent.

SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY (Items 22 - 24)

22. CONSIDER ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-112 APPROVING CEQA “NO PROJECT”/EXEMPTION FINDINGS AND ADOPTING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 1-24, MODIFYING THE LAND USE AND REVITALIZATION ELEMENT OF THE CARSON 2040 GENERAL PLAN REGARDING SPECIFIC PLAN REQUIREMENT FOR ANY REDEVELOPMENT OF EXISTING OIL OR PETROLEUM REFINERY SITES FOR SUBSEQUENT USE FOLLOWING CESSATION OF REFINERY OPERATIONS- 7:19 PM

City Clerk/Agency Secretary/Authority Secretary, Dr. Bradshaw gave the Public Hearing report.

(Mayor Pro Tempore/Agency Vice Chairman/Authority Vice Chairman, Dr. Hilton exited the meeting.)

Director Naaseh gave a report.

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes declared the Public Hearing open.

There being no persons wishing to speak, Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes closed the Public Hearing.

(Mayor Pro Tempore/Agency Vice Chairman/Authority Vice Chairman, Dr. Hilton reentered the meeting.)

Mayor Pro Tempore/Agency Vice Chairman/Authority Vice Chairman, Dr. Hilton and Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Dear offered comments.

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes established the Refinery Ad Hoc Committee to consist of herself and Council Member Hicks with no objection heard.

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— ADOPT the proposed City Council Resolution 24-112, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARSON APPROVING CEQA “NO PROJECT”/EXEMPTION FINDINGS AND ADOPTING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 1-24, MODIFYING THE LAND USE AND REVITALIZATION ELEMENT OF THE CARSON 2040 GENERAL PLAN REGARDING SPECIFIC PLAN REQUIREMENT FOR ANY REDEVELOPMENT OF EXISTING OIL OR PETROLEUM REFINERY SITES FOR SUBSEQUENT USE FOLLOWING CESSATION OF REFINERY OPERATIONS”

Motion To Approve submitted by Cedric L. Hicks Sr. seconded by Dr. Jawane Hilton resulting in 5-0-0-0-0

23. CONSIDER ADOPTION OF INTERIM URGENCY ORDINANCE NO. 24-2416U EXTENDING A TEMPORARY MORATORIUM ON CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATIONS AND APPROVAL AND ISSUANCE OF PERMITS AND ENTITLEMENTS FOR COMMERCIAL OR INDUSTRIAL REDEVELOPMENT AND SUBSEQUENT USE OF CURRENT OIL REFINERY SITES WITHIN THE CITY OF CARSON FOLLOWING CESSATION OF REFINERY OPERATIONS, AND DECLARING THE URGENCY THEREOF - 7:28 PM

City Clerk/Agency Secretary/Authority Secretary, Dr. Bradshaw gave the Public Hearing report.

Director Naaseh gave a report.

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes declared the Public Hearing open.

There being no persons wishing to speak, Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes closed the Public Hearing.

Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Dear asked questions and Director Naaseh answered his questions.

City/Agency/Authority Attorney Soltani offered comments.

Mayor Pro Tempore/Agency Vice Chairman/Authority Vice Chairman, Dr. Hilton offered comments.

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— WAIVE further reading and ADOPT Interim Urgency Ordinance No. 24-2416U, “AN INTERIM URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CARSON, CALIFORNIA, EXTENDING A TEMPORARY MORATORIUM ON CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATIONS AND APPROVAL AND ISSUANCE OF PERMITS AND ENTITLEMENTS FOR COMMERCIAL OR INDUSTRIAL REDEVELOPMENT AND SUBSEQUENT USE OF CURRENT OIL REFINERY SITES WITHIN THE CITY OF CARSON FOLLOWING CESSATION OF REFINERY OPERATIONS AND DECLARING THE URGENCY THEREOF.”

Motion To Approve submitted by Dr. Jawane Hilton seconded by Mayor Lula Davis-Holmes resulting in 5-0-0-0-0

24. CONSIDER FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 24-2417, ENTITLED, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF CITY OF CARSON, CALIFORNIA APPROVING AN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT BENEFIT AGREEMENT NUMBER TWO WITH SOUTH BAY CARSON, LLC. (CITY COUNCIL) - 7:42 PM

City Clerk/Agency Secretary/Authority Secretary, Dr. Bradshaw gave the Public Hearing report.

Director Naaseh gave a report.

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes declared the Public Hearing open.

There being no persons wishing to speak, Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes closed the Public Hearing.

City/Agency/Authority Attorney Soltani asked Council Member Dear to amend the motion to authorize the City Attorney's Office to file a validation action to have a court validate the agreement. Whereupon, Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Dear stated the motion will include the authorization for the City Attorney's Office to file a validation agreement with no objection heard.

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— OPEN the public hearing; TAKE public testimony and accept any written and/or oral communications; AND CLOSE the public hearing; AND

— WAIVE further reading and Introduce for first reading Ordinance No. 24-2417, entitled “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF CITY OF CARSON, CALIFORNIA APPROVING AN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT BENEFIT AGREEMENT NUMBER TWO WITH SOUTH BAY CARSON, LLC.”

Motion To Approve submitted by Jim Dear seconded by Cedric L. Hicks Sr. resulting in 5-0-0-0-0

DISCUSSION (Item 25)

25. CONSIDERATION OF ONLY LOCAL UNCONTESTED APPOINTMENTS TO THE CITY’S COMMISSIONS, COMMITTEES, AND BOARDS, AND CITY AFFILIATED ORGANIZATIONS BY MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL AND CONSIDER ALL (CONTESTED AND UNCONTESTED) APPOINTMENTS TO ALL COMMISSIONS (CITY COUNCIL)- 7:45 PM

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— 1. CONSIDER and only APPOINT uncontested members to the City Commissions, Committees, and Boards;

— 2. CONSIDER and APPOINT all (contested and uncontested) members to all commissions except Planning Commission and Environmental Commission;

— 3. CONSIDER and APPOINT members to City Affiliated Organizations;

— 4. DIRECT the City Clerk to notify all affected appointments of this action in writing;

— 5. IF APPLICABLE, DIRECT the City Clerk to post and publish in accordance with the Maddy Act

ACTION: The Mayor and City Council took the following actions:

Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Dear reappointed all of his uncontested appointments as follows:

Economic Development Commission - Nasser Watar

Environmental Commission - William Koons

Human Relations Commission - Tina Keely

Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Commission - Kisa Hilliard

Planning Commission - Louie Diaz

Public Relations Commission - Dorothy Ross, Public Relations Specialist

Public Safety Commission - Louis Cogut

Public Works Commission - James Calhoun

Senior Citizens Advisory Commission - Myrna Ronquillo

Veterans Affairs Commission - Robert Boyd

Women's Issues Commission - Fe Koons

Youth Commission - Andrea Villasana

Measure C and Measure K Budget Oversight Committee - Nora Momoli

Mobilehome Park Rental Review Board - Daniel Valdez, At-large Member

Relocation Appeals Board - Tancredo "Jun" Guray, Jr.

General Plan Advisory Committee - Council Member Jim Dear

Women's Issues Commission

Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Hicks appointed Maria Williams as his uncontested appointment to replace Prescious Robinson to the Women's Issues Commission.

Measure C and Measure K Budget Oversight Committee

Mayor Pro Tempore/Agency Vice Chairman/Authority Vice Chairman, Dr. Hilton appointed Dr. Afia Hemphill as his uncontested appointment to the Measure C and Measure K Budget Oversight Committee.

Public Relations Commission

Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Rojas appointed Jeretta Sandoz as Community Representative and her uncontested appointment to the Public Relations Commission.

Environmental Commission

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes reappointed Ezekiel Swayzer, Lillian Hopson as her uncontested appointment, Christina Tresvant, Freeman Watkins, and appointed Lashon Edwards to the Environmental Commission.

Human Relations Commission

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes reappointed Teresita Junio, Jessica Ramos, Harriett Russ as her uncontested appointment, Dr. Chinyere Ifeacho as Alternate 1, Irene Viernes as Alternate 2, Pending Alternate 3, GP Atkins as Youth Member, and K'hari Lane as Youth Member, to the Human Relations Commission.

Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Commission

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes reappointed Cesar Dahilig, Jr., Shannon Lawrence, Walter Gonzalez, DeAnthony Langston, Oscar Ramos as her uncontested appointment, Kelvin Brown, Sr. as Alternate 1, Jo Jacqueline Johnson as Alternate 2, and Rudolfo Brillantes as Alternate 3 to the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Commission.

Planning Commission

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes reappointed Frederick Docdocil as her uncontested appointment, Carlos Guerra, Del Huff, Leticia Wilson, DeQuita Mfume, and Jaime Monteclaro as Alternate 1, to the Planning Commission.

Public Relations Commission

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes reappointed Sonya Eatman as Community Representative, Freddie Gomez as Community Representative and as her uncontested appointment, Linda Stewart as Community Representative, Madalyn Nunley as Public Relations Specialist, Pamela Pitcher as Public Relations Specialist, Rachelle Guillory as Alternate 1, Dorcas Waddis as Alternate 2, and declared Alternate 3 vacant, to the Public Relations Commission.

Public Safety Commission

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes reappointed Jeffrey Allen, Keith Arnold, Samuel Dacus, Angela Rivers, Heidi Romero as her uncontested appointment, Michael Wilson as Alternate 1, Randy Brown as Alternate 2, and Aisha Childs as Alternate 3, to the Public Safety Commission.

Public Works Commission

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes reappointed Uli Fe'esago, Ryan McNichols, Kobii Howard, Chike Nweke as her uncontested appointment, Marion Martin, Jr., Emmanuel Obiora as Alternate 1, and John Cottrell as Alternate 2, to the Public Works Commission.

Senior Citizens Advisory Commission

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes reappointed Shirley Graves as her uncontested appointment, Delia Lopez, Linda Dunn, Billye Bates, Patricia Patterson, Darlene Simpson-Lott, Itelia Walker, LaRhonda Brown as Alternate 1, Ernestine Leverette as Alternate 2, and Pauline Davis as Alternate 3, to the Senior Citizens Advisory Commission.

Veterans Affairs Commission

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes reappointed Roger Branch, Jr., Manuel Da Silva, Emmanuel Salomon, Richard Woods, Thomas Woods, Al Seay, and Nemie P. Mosequera, to the Veterans Affairs Commission.

Women's Issues Commission

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes reappointed Connie Dela Cruz-Manio, Yolanda Fielder, Dr. Leandrea Fields-Robinson as her uncontested appointment, Carolyn Foster, Sheila Tresvant, Keichun Graves as Alternate 1, and Monique Mackson as Alternate 2, to the Women's Issues Commission.

Youth Commission

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes appointed Jazcidi Mitchell, Alternate 1, to the vacant regular position, on the Youth Commission.

Measure C and Measure K Budget Oversight Committee

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes appointed Lisa Cottrell Fullbright as Alternate 1, to the Measure C and Measure K Budget Oversight Committee.

Relocation Appeals Board

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes appointed Murphy Whitherspoon as Alternate 1 and Chris Morrison as Alternate 2, to the Relocation Appeals Board.

Bingo/Fireworks/Refuse Ad Hoc Committee

Mayor Davis-Holmes appointed herself and Council Member Rojas to the Bingo/Fireworks/Refuse Ad Hoc Committee.

Community Development/Housing/Logistics & Transit Standing Committee

Mayor Davis-Holmes appointed herself and Council Member Hicks to the Community Development/Housing/Logistics & Transit Standing Committee.

Dignity Health Sports Park/CSUDH/Community Center Standing Committee

Mayor Davis-Holmes stated members to remain the same for the Dignity Health Sports Park/CSUDH/Community Center Standing Committee and reaffirmed the appointments of Council Member Hicks and Mayor Pro Tempore, Dr. Hilton.

Legislative Ad Hoc Committee

Mayor Davis-Holmes appointed Mayor Pro Tempore, Dr. Hilton and Council Member Hicks to the Legislative Ad Hoc Committee.

City Hall/Community Center Renovation Ad Hoc Committee

Mayor Davis-Holmes stated members to remain the same for the City Hall/Community Center Renovation Ad Hoc Committee and reaffirmed the appointments of herself and Mayor Pro Tempore, Dr. Hilton.

Economic Development/E-Commerce Ad Hoc Committee

Mayor Davis-Holmes stated members to remain the same for the Economic Development/E-Commerce Ad Hoc Committee and reaffirmed the appointments of herself and Council Member Hicks.

Conditional Use Permit Ad Hoc Committee

Mayor Davis-Holmes stated members to remain the same for the Conditional Use Permit Ad Hoc Committee and reaffirmed the appointments of herself and Mayor Pro Tempore, Dr. Hilton.

Short-Term Rentals Ad Hoc Committee

Mayor Davis-Holmes stated members to remain the same for the Short-Term Rentals Ad Hoc Committee and reaffirmed the appointments of herself and Mayor Pro Tempore, Dr. Hilton.

Housing Ad Hoc Committee

Mayor Davis-Holmes appointed Mayor Pro Tempore, Dr. Hilton and Council Member Hicks to the Housing Ad Hoc Committee.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Ad Hoc Committee

Mayor Davis-Holmes stated members to remain the same for the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Ad Hoc Committee and reaffirmed the appointments of Mayor Pro Tempore, Dr. Hilton and Council Member Rojas.

Standard Management Procedures and Special Events Ad Hoc Committee

Mayor Davis-Holmes stated members to remain the same for the Standard Management Procedures and Special Events Ad Hoc Committee and reaffirmed the appointments of herself and Mayor Pro Tempore, Dr. Hilton.

Cell 2 Settlement Ad Hoc Committee

Mayor Davis-Holmes stated members to remain the same for the Cell 2 Settlement Ad Hoc Committee and reaffirmed the appointments of Authority Chair Lula Davis-Holmes and Board Member Dianne Thomas.

School Safety Ad Hoc Committee

Mayor Davis-Holmes replaced Captain Jones with Captain Norman on the School Safety Ad Hoc Committee and reaffirmed the appointments of Mayor Pro Tempore, Dr. Hilton and Council Member Rojas.

Carson Finance and Audit Committee

Mayor Davis-Holmes stated members to remain the same for the Carson Finance and Audit Committee and reaffirmed the appointments of herself and Council Member Rojas.

No Bail Policy Ad Hoc Committee

Mayor Davis-Holmes eliminated the No Bail Policy Ad Hoc Committee.

Special Event Ad Hoc Committee

Mayor Davis-Holmes stated members to remain the same for the Special Event Ad Hoc Committee and reaffirmed the appointments of herself and Mayor Pro Tempore, Dr. Hilton.

LA '28 Olympics Ad Hoc Committee

Mayor Davis-Holmes stated members to remain the same for the LA '28 Olympics Ad Hoc Committee and reaffirmed the appointments of herself and Mayor Pro Tempore, Dr. Hilton.

California Contract Cities Association

Mayor Davis-Holmes appointed Council Member Hicks as Delegate and appointed herself as Alternate for the California Contract Cities Association.

Clean Power Alliance

Mayor Davis-Holmes appointed Council Member Rojas as Alternate 1 for the Clean Power Alliance and reaffirmed the appointments of Council Member Hicks as Delegate and Staff Member Reata Kulcsar as Alternate 2.

County of Los Angeles Public Library Commission

Mayor Davis-Holmes appointed herself as the Delegate for the County of Los Angeles Public Library Commission.

County Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles (Dist. No. 8)

Mayor Davis-Holmes appointed Mayor Pro Tempore, Dr. Hilton as Alternate for the County Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles (Dist. No. 8) and reaffirmed the appointment of herself as Delegate.

Greater Los Angeles County Vector Control District

Mayor Davis-Holmes stated member to remain the same for the Greater Los Angeles County Vector Control District and reaffirmed the appointment of Council Member Dear as Delegate.

L.A. County City Selection Committee

Mayor Davis-Holmes stated members to remain the same for L.A. County City Selection Committee and reaffirmed the appointments of herself as Delegate and Mayor Pro Tempore, Dr. Hilton as Alternate.

League of California Cities

Mayor Davis-Holmes appointed herself as Alternate 2 for the League of California Cities and reaffirmed the appointments of Council Member Rojas as Delegate and Mayor Pro Tempore, Dr. Hilton as Alternate 1.

League of California Cities (Los Angeles Co. Division)

Mayor Davis-Holmes appointed Mayor Pro Tempore, Dr. Hilton as Delegate, appointed herself as Alternate 2 to the League of California Cities (Los Angeles Co. Division), and reaffirmed the appointment of Mayor Pro Tempore, Dr. Hilton as Alternate 1.

National League of Cities

Mayor Davis-Holmes appointed Council Member Rojas as Alternate 1, Mayor Pro Tempore, Dr. Hilton as Alternate 2 to the National League of Cities, and reaffirmed the appointment of Council Member Hicks as Delegate.

South Bay Cities Council of Govts (Joint Powers Authority)

Mayor Davis-Holmes appointed herself as Alternate to the South Bay Cities Council of Govts (Joint Powers Authority) and reaffirmed the appointment of Council Members Hicks as Delegate.

South Bay Workforce Investment Board

Mayor Davis-Holmes asked staff for clarity on the members.

Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG)

Mayor Davis-Holmes appointed Council Member Rojas as Alternate 2 to the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) and reaffirmed the appointments of Mayor Pro Tempore, Dr. Hilton as Delegate and herself as Alternate 1.

U.S. Conference of Mayors

Mayor Davis-Holmes stated members to remain the same for the U.S. Conference of Mayors and reaffirmed the appointments of herself as Delegate, Council Member Rojas as Alternate 1, and Council Member Hicks as Alternate 2.

West Basin Water Association

Mayor Davis-Holmes appointed herself as Delegate to the West Basin Water Association and reaffirmed the appointment of Council Member Hicks as Alternate.

LGBTQ+ Ad Hoc Committee

Mayor Davis-Holmes eliminated the LGBTQ+ Ad Hoc Committee.

Grocery Store Ad Hoc Committee

Mayor Davis-Holmes stated members to remain the same for the Grocery Store Ad Hoc Committee and reaffirmed the appointments of Mayor Pro Tempore, Dr. Hilton and Council Member Hicks.

Motion

It was moved to ratify the Mayor's appointments on the Commissions, Committees, Board, Council Sub-Committees, and City Affiliated Organizations on motion of Davis-Holmes, seconded by Hilton and carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes, Mayor Pro Tempore/Agency Vice Chairman/Authority Vice Chairman, Dr. Hilton, Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Hicks, and Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Rojas

Noes: Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Dear

Abstain: None

Absent: None

Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Hicks requested staff to revisit the Disability Committee and bring back for consideration.

Motion To Approve submitted by Mayor Lula Davis-Holmes seconded by Dr. Jawane Hilton resulting in 4-1-0-0-0 Opposed by Jim Dear

ORDINANCE SECOND READING (Item 26)

26. SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 24-2415, ADOPTION OF "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARSON, CALIFORNIA, IN CONNECTION WITH THE COMMUNITY FACILITIES FINANCING DISTRICT NO. 2012-2 (THE BOULEVARDS AT SOUTH BAY-CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS) OF THE CITY OF CARSON, AUTHORIZING THE CESSATION OF THE LEVY RELATED SPECIAL TAXES AND THE EXTINGUISHMENT AND CANCELLATION OF ALL RELATED LIENS" (CITY COUNCIL AS BOARD OF CFD 2012-2) - 8:10 PM

Item No. 26 was heard after Memorial Adjournments.

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— Acting As the Legislative Body Of Community Facilities District No. 2012-2, CONDUCT a Second Reading by title only and with further reading waived, and ADOPT Ordinance No. 24-2415 entitled “ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARSON, CALIFORNIA, IN CONNECTION WITH THE COMMUNITY FACILITIES FINANCING DISTRICT NO. 2012-2 (THE BOULEVARDS AT SOUTH BAY-CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS) OF THE CITY OF CARSON, AUTHORIZING THE CESSATION OF THE LEVY RELATED SPECIAL TAXES AND THE EXTINGUISHMENT AND CANCELLATION OF ALL RELATED LIENS"

— TAKE any action the City Council deems appropriate that is consistent with the requirements of the law.

Motion To Approve submitted by Dr. Jawane Hilton seconded by Cedric L. Hicks Sr. resulting in 5-0-0-0-0

MEMORIAL ADJOURNMENTS

City Clerk/Agency Secretary/Authority Secretary, Dr. Bradshaw presented the following Memorial Adjournment Requests:

Raymund Dominic Mison

Michael Duane Rhem

Gilbert "Gil" Smith

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes asked for consideration of a bust to be built in the sculpture garden in honor of Gil Smith.

This item was heard again after Item No. 26.

City Manager Roberts, Jr. noted if the Mayor's request is under his signing authority the item does not need to be brought at a City Council meeting.

City/Agency/Authority Attorney Soltani recommended staff bring back an item to ensure that there are no policies speaking toward what goes into the sculpture garden.

Mayor Pro Tempore/Agency Vice Chairman/Authority Vice Chairman, Dr. Hilton gave a prayer.

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes announced the Memorial Services for Gil Smith are pending.

City Manager Roberts, Jr. noted there will be two services for Gil Smith - one private for the family and one for the community at the Carson Community Center to be held after the holidays.

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes requested staff to bring back an item for reconsideration to rename an area of the Carson Community Center in honor of Gil Smith.

ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FOR MATTERS NOT LISTED ON THE AGENDA (MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC)

This item was heard after Oral Communications for Matters Listed on the Agenda (Members of the Public).

Brandi Lewin

Offered comments regarding the grocery store initiative and adult day health program; announced and invited the Mayor and City Council to the Community Meeting on December 4, 2024, at 6:00 P.M. at My Fathers Barbecue; introduced Lady Jones who has been assisting with the grocery store initiative

Kim Cortado, Parks and Recreation Commissioner

Announced the following:

Tree Lighting Ceremony, December 5, 2024, at 6:00 P.M. at the Carson Event Center
Winter Fest, December 6, 2024, from 4:30 P.M. to 8:30 P.M. at Veterans Park; preregister on ActiveNet for priority of wristband
Friday Night at the Fights, January 17, 2025, from 5:00 P.M. to 11:00 P.M. at the Carson Event Center, $45 per ticket
Wished everyone Happy Holidays

COUNCIL MEMBER REQUESTS TO ADD ITEMS TO FUTURE AGENDAS

None.

ORAL COMMUNICATIONS (COUNCIL MEMBERS)

Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Hicks announced/reported the following:

Toy Giveaway, December 21, 2024, from 10:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M., at Triedstone Missionary Baptist Church
Requested a dumping ordinance
Requested status report on the street median beautification project
Resident concerns about the tree trimming and that the current contract does not allow for full tree cutting

City Manager Roberts, Jr. and Director, Dr. Rodgers offered comments regarding tree trimming who will bring back cost estimates.

Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Hicks wished everyone safe and Happy Holidays.

Mayor Pro Tempore/Agency Vice Chairman/Authority Vice Chairman, Dr. Hilton announced/reported the following:

Holiday Helping Hand distributed over 1,500 turkeys to residents at Stevenson Park and thanked them
Swearing-In Ceremony, December 17, 2024, 6:00 P.M., at the Carson Community Center
Excited to serve the City of Carson and residents for the next four years
Los Angeles County certified the election today
Wished everyone Happy Holidays

Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Dear wished everyone Merry Christmas, Happy Kwanza, Happy Hanukkah, and Happy Holidays.

Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Rojas stated she looks forward to the Swearing-In Ceremony on December 17, 2024 and wished everyone Happy Holidays.

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes announced/reported the following:

Hosting Annual Toy Giveaway with the Carson Citizens Cultural Arts Foundation, December 19, 2024, at 5:00 P.M., atrium area of the South Bay Pavilion
Thanked the Carson Citizens Cultural Arts Foundation and Delta Foundation for the Turkey and Gift Card Giveaway held at the South Bay Pavilion
Gave all employees Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve as holidays
Wished everyone Happy Holidays
Swearing-In Ceremony, December 17, 2024
Thanked staff for their hard work

ANNOUNCEMENT OF UNFINISHED OR CONTINUED CLOSED SESSION ITEMS (AS NECESSARY)

None.

RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION

None.

RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION

None.

REPORT OF ACTIONS ON UNFINISHED OR CONTINUED CLOSED SESSION ITEMS

None.

ADJOURNMENT

The meeting was adjourned at 8:28 P.M. by Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes.

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Lula Davis-Holmes

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman

ATTEST:

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Dr. Khaleah K. Bradshaw

City Clerk/Agency Secretary/Authority Secretary

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Signature

1. CALL TO ORDER: CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY/HOUSING AUTHORITY (5:00 pm)

2. ROLL CALL (CITY CLERK)

City Clerk/Agency Secretary/Authority Secretary, Dr. Khaleah K. Bradshaw noted the roll:

Council Members/Agency Members/Authority Board Members Present:

Also Present:

3. FLAG SALUTE

Counci Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Hicks led the Pledge of Allegiance.

4. INVOCATION (Item 1)

1. PASTOR MANNY DELA CRUZ FROM FAMILY IN CHRIST MINISTRIES INTERNATIONAL - CARSON CHAPTER- 5:06 PM

Pastor Manny Dela Cruz gave the invocation.

5. CLOSED SESSION (Items 2 - 6)

2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION (CITY COUNCIL)

ACTION: Did not consider item.

3. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR (CITY COUNCIL)

ACTION: No reportable action was taken.

4. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION (CITY COUNCIL)

— A closed session will be held, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2) or (d)(3) and (e)(1), because there is a significant exposure to litigation in one case.

ACTION: No reportable action was taken.

5. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION (CITY COUNCIL)

— A closed session will be held, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1), to confer with legal counsel regarding pending litigation to which the City of Carson is a party. The title of such litigation is as follows: Monique Alvarez et al v. Prologis Inc. et al. Case No. 21STCV38929 and related cases.

ACTION: No reportable action was taken.

6. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION (CITY COUNCIL)

— A closed session will be held, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1), to confer with legal counsel regarding pending litigation to which the City of Carson is a party. The title of such litigation is as follows: Watson Land Company v. City of Carson, et al, Los Angeles Superior Court Case No. 19STCP019720.

ACTION: No reportable action was taken.

6. REPORT ON ANY PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS (CITY CLERK)

None.

7. ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ITEMS (CITY ATTORNEY)

City/Agency/Authority Attorney Soltani announced the Closed Session items.

8. RECESS INTO CLOSED SESSION UNTIL 6:00 P.M. OR UNTIL THE END OF CLOSED SESSION, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST

The meeting was recessed at 5:12 P.M. by Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes to Closed Session.

2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION (CITY COUNCIL)- 5:11 PM

3. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR (CITY COUNCIL)-

4. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION (CITY COUNCIL)- 6:07 PM

5. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION (CITY COUNCIL)-

6. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION (CITY COUNCIL)-

9. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION AT 6:00 P.M. OR AT THE END OF CLOSED SESSION, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST

The meeting was reconvened at 6:35 P.M. by Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes.

10. REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION ACTIONS (CITY ATTORNEY)

City/Agency/Authority Attorney Soltani gave the Closed Session report.

11. INTRODUCTIONS (MAYOR) (Items 7 - 8)

7. REPORT FROM CAPTAIN NORMAN OF CARSON SHERIFF'S STATION- 6:37 PM

Captain Norman thanked Mayor Davis-Holmes and Council Member Hicks for meeting with her and looks forward to meeting with Council Member Rojas, Mayor Pro Tempore, Dr. Hilton, and Council Member Dear.

Captain Norman summarized the recent law enforcement activities, crime statistics, and shared safety tips. She wished everyone safe and Happy Holidays.

Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Dear shared that he was out of town but looking forward to meeting with Captain Norman.

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes shared with Captain Norman that she enjoyed meeting with her and that she would like quarterly meetings.

8. REPORT FROM ASSISTANT CHIEF KANE OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY FIRE - 6:44 PM

Battalion Chief Munoz summarized the statistics for November and recent fire department activities.

12. PRESENTATIONS (Item 9)

9. PLANNING COMMISSION YEAR END REVIEW- 6:46 PM

Planning Manager Chris Palmer noted each October is National Planning Month. He shared a video of the Planning Commission year-end review and status update.

Planning Commission Chair Dianne Thomas offered comments. Planning Commission members who were present introduced themselves.

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes thanked the Planning Commission and staff for their work.

Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Hicks stated the community requested a need for a grocery store on the east side of the City of Carson.

13. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FOR MATTERS LISTED ON THE AGENDA (MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC) (LIMITED TO ONE HOUR)

Henry Barsotti, General Manager, Phillips 66 Los Angeles Refinery - Item No. 23

Offered comments in support of the item

Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Dear asked questions and Henry Barsotti answered his questions.

Tommy Fa'avae on behalf of IBEW Local 11 and LAOC Building Trades Council - Item No. 23

Offered comments in support of the item and Phillips 66

14. APPROVAL OF MINUTES (Item 10)

10. APPROVAL OF THE FOLLOWING CARSON CITY COUNCIL-SUCCESSOR AGENCY-HOUSING AUTHORITY MINUTES: NOVEMBER 12, 2024 (SPECIAL MEETING) AND NOVEMBER 19, 2024 (REGULAR MEETING) (CITY COUNCIL)- 7:18 PM

This item was heard after Oral Communications For Matters Not Listed on the Agenda (Members of the Public)

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— APPROVE the minutes as listed.

Motion to Approve submitted by Jim Dear seconded by Dr. Jawane Hilton resulting in 5-0-0-0-0

Motion To Approve submitted by Jim Dear seconded by Dr. Jawane Hilton resulting in 5-0-0-0-0

15. CONSENT (Items 11 - 21)

Motion To Approve submitted by Jim Dear seconded by Cedric L. Hicks Sr. resulting in 5-0-0-0-0

11. CONSIDER MONTHLY INVESTMENT AND CASH REPORT FOR THE CITY OF CARSON, CARSON HOUSING AUTHORITY, CARSON SUCCESSOR AGENCY-MONTH ENDING OCTOBER 31, 2024 (CITY COUNCIL)- 7:18 PM

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— RECEIVE and FILE

ACTION: Item No. 11 was approved on Consent.

RECOMMENDED ACTION

ACTION: Item No. 12 was approved on Consent.

13. CONSIDER AN UPDATE ON CITY COMMISSIONS (CITY COUNCIL)- 7:18 PM

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— RECEIVE and FILE this report.

ACTION: Item No. 13 was approved on Consent.

14. CONSIDER AN UPDATE ON CITY PROJECTS (CITY COUNCIL)- 7:18 PM

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— RECEIVE and FILE this report.

ACTION: Item No. 14 was approved on Consent.

15. CONSIDER ACCEPTING THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY'S ENERGY EFFICIENCY AND CONSERVATION BLOCK GRANT AWARD OF $150,080.00 (CITY COUNCIL)- 7:18 PM

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— 1. ACCEPT the U.S. Department of Energy's Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant award of $150,080.00.

ACTION: Item No. 15 was approved on Consent.

16. CONSIDER APPROVING THE PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT FOR THE CLEAN POWER ALLIANCE'S ELECTRIC FLEET TRANSITION PROGRAM (CITY COUNCIL)- 7:18 PM

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— 1. APPROVE the Participation Agreement with Clean Power Alliance allowing participation in the Clean Power Alliance's Energized Communities Program to receive funding of up to $250,000.00.

— 2. AUTHORIZE the City Manager to execute the agreement and any related documents subject to approval as to form by the City Attorney.

ACTION: Item No. 16 was approved on Consent.

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— 2. AUTHORIZE the Mayor to execute the amendment after approval as to form by the City Attorney.

ACTION: Item No. 17 was approved on Consent.

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— 1. AUTHORIZE staff to advertise the work and call for construction bids for Project No. 675: Sepulveda Bridge Widening Project from Alameda Boulevard to Intermodal Way.

ACTION: Item No. 18 was approved on Consent.

19. CONSIDERATION OF ADOPTION OF REVISED NEIGHBORHOOD PRIDE PROGRAM GUIDELINES (CITY COUNCIL)- 7:18 PM

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— 1. APPROVE the modified Neighborhood Pride Program guidelines.

— 2. AUTHORIZE the City Manager to respond and sign the attached draft letter.

ACTION: Item No. 19 was approved on Consent.

20. CONSIDER REJECTION OF PROPOSALS RECEIVED FOR REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS ("RFP"): 25-005 STATE OF THE CITY EVENT PRODUCTION AND MANAGEMENT- 7:18 PM

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— 1. REJECT all proposals received in response to RFP: 25-005 State of the City Event Production and Management.

ACTION: Item No. 20 was approved on Consent.

RECOMMENDED ACTION

ACTION: Item No. 21 was approved on Consent.

16. SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY (Items 22 - 24)

City Clerk/Agency Secretary/Authority Secretary, Dr. Bradshaw gave the Public Hearing report.

(Mayor Pro Tempore/Agency Vice Chairman/Authority Vice Chairman, Dr. Hilton exited the meeting.)

Director Naaseh gave a report.

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes declared the Public Hearing open.

There being no persons wishing to speak, Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes closed the Public Hearing.

(Mayor Pro Tempore/Agency Vice Chairman/Authority Vice Chairman, Dr. Hilton reentered the meeting.)

Mayor Pro Tempore/Agency Vice Chairman/Authority Vice Chairman, Dr. Hilton and Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Dear offered comments.

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes established the Refinery Ad Hoc Committee to consist of herself and Council Member Hicks with no objection heard.

RECOMMENDED ACTION

Motion To Approve submitted by Cedric L. Hicks Sr. seconded by Dr. Jawane Hilton resulting in 5-0-0-0-0

City Clerk/Agency Secretary/Authority Secretary, Dr. Bradshaw gave the Public Hearing report.

Director Naaseh gave a report.

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes declared the Public Hearing open.

There being no persons wishing to speak, Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes closed the Public Hearing.

Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Dear asked questions and Director Naaseh answered his questions.

City/Agency/Authority Attorney Soltani offered comments.

Mayor Pro Tempore/Agency Vice Chairman/Authority Vice Chairman, Dr. Hilton offered comments.

RECOMMENDED ACTION

Motion To Approve submitted by Dr. Jawane Hilton seconded by Mayor Lula Davis-Holmes resulting in 5-0-0-0-0

City Clerk/Agency Secretary/Authority Secretary, Dr. Bradshaw gave the Public Hearing report.

Director Naaseh gave a report.

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes declared the Public Hearing open.

There being no persons wishing to speak, Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes closed the Public Hearing.

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— OPEN the public hearing; TAKE public testimony and accept any written and/or oral communications; AND CLOSE the public hearing; AND

Motion To Approve submitted by Jim Dear seconded by Cedric L. Hicks Sr. resulting in 5-0-0-0-0

17. DISCUSSION (Item 25)

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— 1. CONSIDER and only APPOINT uncontested members to the City Commissions, Committees, and Boards;

— 2. CONSIDER and APPOINT all (contested and uncontested) members to all commissions except Planning Commission and Environmental Commission;

— 3. CONSIDER and APPOINT members to City Affiliated Organizations;

— 4. DIRECT the City Clerk to notify all affected appointments of this action in writing;

— 5. IF APPLICABLE, DIRECT the City Clerk to post and publish in accordance with the Maddy Act

ACTION: The Mayor and City Council took the following actions:

Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Dear reappointed all of his uncontested appointments as follows:

Economic Development Commission - Nasser Watar

Environmental Commission - William Koons

Human Relations Commission - Tina Keely

Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Commission - Kisa Hilliard

Planning Commission - Louie Diaz

Public Relations Commission - Dorothy Ross, Public Relations Specialist

Public Safety Commission - Louis Cogut

Public Works Commission - James Calhoun

Senior Citizens Advisory Commission - Myrna Ronquillo

Veterans Affairs Commission - Robert Boyd

Women's Issues Commission - Fe Koons

Youth Commission - Andrea Villasana

Measure C and Measure K Budget Oversight Committee - Nora Momoli

Mobilehome Park Rental Review Board - Daniel Valdez, At-large Member

Relocation Appeals Board - Tancredo "Jun" Guray, Jr.

General Plan Advisory Committee - Council Member Jim Dear

Women's Issues Commission

Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Hicks appointed Maria Williams as his uncontested appointment to replace Prescious Robinson to the Women's Issues Commission.

Measure C and Measure K Budget Oversight Committee

Mayor Pro Tempore/Agency Vice Chairman/Authority Vice Chairman, Dr. Hilton appointed Dr. Afia Hemphill as his uncontested appointment to the Measure C and Measure K Budget Oversight Committee.

Public Relations Commission

Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Rojas appointed Jeretta Sandoz as Community Representative and her uncontested appointment to the Public Relations Commission.

Environmental Commission

Human Relations Commission

Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Commission

Planning Commission

Public Relations Commission

Public Safety Commission

Public Works Commission

Senior Citizens Advisory Commission

Veterans Affairs Commission

Women's Issues Commission

Youth Commission

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes appointed Jazcidi Mitchell, Alternate 1, to the vacant regular position, on the Youth Commission.

Measure C and Measure K Budget Oversight Committee

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes appointed Lisa Cottrell Fullbright as Alternate 1, to the Measure C and Measure K Budget Oversight Committee.

Relocation Appeals Board

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes appointed Murphy Whitherspoon as Alternate 1 and Chris Morrison as Alternate 2, to the Relocation Appeals Board.

Bingo/Fireworks/Refuse Ad Hoc Committee

Mayor Davis-Holmes appointed herself and Council Member Rojas to the Bingo/Fireworks/Refuse Ad Hoc Committee.

Community Development/Housing/Logistics & Transit Standing Committee

Mayor Davis-Holmes appointed herself and Council Member Hicks to the Community Development/Housing/Logistics & Transit Standing Committee.

Dignity Health Sports Park/CSUDH/Community Center Standing Committee

Legislative Ad Hoc Committee

Mayor Davis-Holmes appointed Mayor Pro Tempore, Dr. Hilton and Council Member Hicks to the Legislative Ad Hoc Committee.

City Hall/Community Center Renovation Ad Hoc Committee

Mayor Davis-Holmes stated members to remain the same for the City Hall/Community Center Renovation Ad Hoc Committee and reaffirmed the appointments of herself and Mayor Pro Tempore, Dr. Hilton.

Economic Development/E-Commerce Ad Hoc Committee

Mayor Davis-Holmes stated members to remain the same for the Economic Development/E-Commerce Ad Hoc Committee and reaffirmed the appointments of herself and Council Member Hicks.

Conditional Use Permit Ad Hoc Committee

Mayor Davis-Holmes stated members to remain the same for the Conditional Use Permit Ad Hoc Committee and reaffirmed the appointments of herself and Mayor Pro Tempore, Dr. Hilton.

Short-Term Rentals Ad Hoc Committee

Mayor Davis-Holmes stated members to remain the same for the Short-Term Rentals Ad Hoc Committee and reaffirmed the appointments of herself and Mayor Pro Tempore, Dr. Hilton.

Housing Ad Hoc Committee

Mayor Davis-Holmes appointed Mayor Pro Tempore, Dr. Hilton and Council Member Hicks to the Housing Ad Hoc Committee.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Ad Hoc Committee

Standard Management Procedures and Special Events Ad Hoc Committee

Cell 2 Settlement Ad Hoc Committee

Mayor Davis-Holmes stated members to remain the same for the Cell 2 Settlement Ad Hoc Committee and reaffirmed the appointments of Authority Chair Lula Davis-Holmes and Board Member Dianne Thomas.

School Safety Ad Hoc Committee

Mayor Davis-Holmes replaced Captain Jones with Captain Norman on the School Safety Ad Hoc Committee and reaffirmed the appointments of Mayor Pro Tempore, Dr. Hilton and Council Member Rojas.

Carson Finance and Audit Committee

Mayor Davis-Holmes stated members to remain the same for the Carson Finance and Audit Committee and reaffirmed the appointments of herself and Council Member Rojas.

No Bail Policy Ad Hoc Committee

Mayor Davis-Holmes eliminated the No Bail Policy Ad Hoc Committee.

Special Event Ad Hoc Committee

Mayor Davis-Holmes stated members to remain the same for the Special Event Ad Hoc Committee and reaffirmed the appointments of herself and Mayor Pro Tempore, Dr. Hilton.

LA '28 Olympics Ad Hoc Committee

Mayor Davis-Holmes stated members to remain the same for the LA '28 Olympics Ad Hoc Committee and reaffirmed the appointments of herself and Mayor Pro Tempore, Dr. Hilton.

California Contract Cities Association

Mayor Davis-Holmes appointed Council Member Hicks as Delegate and appointed herself as Alternate for the California Contract Cities Association.

Clean Power Alliance

County of Los Angeles Public Library Commission

Mayor Davis-Holmes appointed herself as the Delegate for the County of Los Angeles Public Library Commission.

County Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles (Dist. No. 8)

Mayor Davis-Holmes appointed Mayor Pro Tempore, Dr. Hilton as Alternate for the County Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles (Dist. No. 8) and reaffirmed the appointment of herself as Delegate.

Greater Los Angeles County Vector Control District

Mayor Davis-Holmes stated member to remain the same for the Greater Los Angeles County Vector Control District and reaffirmed the appointment of Council Member Dear as Delegate.

L.A. County City Selection Committee

Mayor Davis-Holmes stated members to remain the same for L.A. County City Selection Committee and reaffirmed the appointments of herself as Delegate and Mayor Pro Tempore, Dr. Hilton as Alternate.

League of California Cities

League of California Cities (Los Angeles Co. Division)

National League of Cities

South Bay Cities Council of Govts (Joint Powers Authority)

Mayor Davis-Holmes appointed herself as Alternate to the South Bay Cities Council of Govts (Joint Powers Authority) and reaffirmed the appointment of Council Members Hicks as Delegate.

South Bay Workforce Investment Board

Mayor Davis-Holmes asked staff for clarity on the members.

Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG)

U.S. Conference of Mayors

West Basin Water Association

Mayor Davis-Holmes appointed herself as Delegate to the West Basin Water Association and reaffirmed the appointment of Council Member Hicks as Alternate.

LGBTQ+ Ad Hoc Committee

Mayor Davis-Holmes eliminated the LGBTQ+ Ad Hoc Committee.

Grocery Store Ad Hoc Committee

Mayor Davis-Holmes stated members to remain the same for the Grocery Store Ad Hoc Committee and reaffirmed the appointments of Mayor Pro Tempore, Dr. Hilton and Council Member Hicks.

Motion

Noes: Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Dear

Abstain: None

Absent: None

Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Hicks requested staff to revisit the Disability Committee and bring back for consideration.

Motion To Approve submitted by Mayor Lula Davis-Holmes seconded by Dr. Jawane Hilton resulting in 4-1-0-0-0 Opposed by Jim Dear

18. ORDINANCE SECOND READING (Item 26)

Item No. 26 was heard after Memorial Adjournments.

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— TAKE any action the City Council deems appropriate that is consistent with the requirements of the law.

Motion To Approve submitted by Dr. Jawane Hilton seconded by Cedric L. Hicks Sr. resulting in 5-0-0-0-0

19. MEMORIAL ADJOURNMENTS

City Clerk/Agency Secretary/Authority Secretary, Dr. Bradshaw presented the following Memorial Adjournment Requests:

Raymund Dominic Mison

Michael Duane Rhem

Gilbert "Gil" Smith

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes asked for consideration of a bust to be built in the sculpture garden in honor of Gil Smith.

This item was heard again after Item No. 26.

City Manager Roberts, Jr. noted if the Mayor's request is under his signing authority the item does not need to be brought at a City Council meeting.

City/Agency/Authority Attorney Soltani recommended staff bring back an item to ensure that there are no policies speaking toward what goes into the sculpture garden.

Mayor Pro Tempore/Agency Vice Chairman/Authority Vice Chairman, Dr. Hilton gave a prayer.

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes announced the Memorial Services for Gil Smith are pending.

City Manager Roberts, Jr. noted there will be two services for Gil Smith - one private for the family and one for the community at the Carson Community Center to be held after the holidays.

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes requested staff to bring back an item for reconsideration to rename an area of the Carson Community Center in honor of Gil Smith.

20. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FOR MATTERS NOT LISTED ON THE AGENDA (MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC)

This item was heard after Oral Communications for Matters Listed on the Agenda (Members of the Public).

Brandi Lewin

Kim Cortado, Parks and Recreation Commissioner

Announced the following:

Tree Lighting Ceremony, December 5, 2024, at 6:00 P.M. at the Carson Event Center
Winter Fest, December 6, 2024, from 4:30 P.M. to 8:30 P.M. at Veterans Park; preregister on ActiveNet for priority of wristband
Friday Night at the Fights, January 17, 2025, from 5:00 P.M. to 11:00 P.M. at the Carson Event Center, $45 per ticket
Wished everyone Happy Holidays

21. COUNCIL MEMBER REQUESTS TO ADD ITEMS TO FUTURE AGENDAS

None.

22. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS (COUNCIL MEMBERS)

Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Hicks announced/reported the following:

Toy Giveaway, December 21, 2024, from 10:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M., at Triedstone Missionary Baptist Church
Requested a dumping ordinance
Requested status report on the street median beautification project
Resident concerns about the tree trimming and that the current contract does not allow for full tree cutting

City Manager Roberts, Jr. and Director, Dr. Rodgers offered comments regarding tree trimming who will bring back cost estimates.

Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Hicks wished everyone safe and Happy Holidays.

Mayor Pro Tempore/Agency Vice Chairman/Authority Vice Chairman, Dr. Hilton announced/reported the following:

Holiday Helping Hand distributed over 1,500 turkeys to residents at Stevenson Park and thanked them
Swearing-In Ceremony, December 17, 2024, 6:00 P.M., at the Carson Community Center
Excited to serve the City of Carson and residents for the next four years
Los Angeles County certified the election today
Wished everyone Happy Holidays

Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Dear wished everyone Merry Christmas, Happy Kwanza, Happy Hanukkah, and Happy Holidays.

Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Rojas stated she looks forward to the Swearing-In Ceremony on December 17, 2024 and wished everyone Happy Holidays.

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes announced/reported the following:

Hosting Annual Toy Giveaway with the Carson Citizens Cultural Arts Foundation, December 19, 2024, at 5:00 P.M., atrium area of the South Bay Pavilion
Thanked the Carson Citizens Cultural Arts Foundation and Delta Foundation for the Turkey and Gift Card Giveaway held at the South Bay Pavilion
Gave all employees Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve as holidays
Wished everyone Happy Holidays
Swearing-In Ceremony, December 17, 2024
Thanked staff for their hard work

23. ANNOUNCEMENT OF UNFINISHED OR CONTINUED CLOSED SESSION ITEMS (AS NECESSARY)

None.

24. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION

None.

25. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION

None.

26. REPORT OF ACTIONS ON UNFINISHED OR CONTINUED CLOSED SESSION ITEMS

None.

27. ADJOURNMENT

The meeting was adjourned at 8:28 P.M. by Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes.

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Lula Davis-Holmes

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman

ATTEST:

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Dr. Khaleah K. Bradshaw

City Clerk/Agency Secretary/Authority Secretary

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Signature