1. CALL TO ORDER: CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY/HOUSING AUTHORITY/PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY TUESDAY, JUNE 17, 2025
The meeting was called to order at 5:02 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.
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:
Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Lula Davis-Holmes
Mayor Pro Tempore/Agency Vice Chairman/Authority Vice Chairman Cedric Hicks, Sr.
Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member, Dr. Jawane Hilton
Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Jim Dear
Council Members/Agency Members/Authority Board Members Absent:
Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Arleen Rojas (Entered at 5:02 P.M.)
Also Present:
Monica Cooper, City/Agency/Authority Treasurer; Sunny Soltani, City/Agency/Authority Attorney; David C. Roberts, Jr., City Manager; Dr. Robert Lennox, Assistant City Manager; John Raymond, Assistant City Manager; Dr. Arlington Rodgers, Jr., Director of Public Works; Gary Carter, Director of Information Technology and Security; William Jefferson, Director of Finance; Josh Boudreaux, Director of Human Resources; and Kourtney Cullors, Chief Deputy City Clerk
3. FLAG SALUTE
Mayor Pro Tempore/Agency Vice Chairman/Authority Vice Chairman Hicks, Sr. led the Pledge of Allegiance.
(Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Rojas entered the meeting at 5:02 P.M.)
4. INVOCATION (Item 1)
1. PASTOR JOHN SHOBER FROM CARSON HOPE COMMUNITY CHURCH - 5:04 PM
Pastor John Shober read Proverbs 3:5-9 and gave the invocation.
5. CLOSED SESSION (Items 2-4)
2. 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 two cases.
ACTION: No reportable action was taken in Case 1. A settlement was reached in an employment case. A copy of the Settlement Agreement will be available in the City Clerk's Office once it is finalized.
3. 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 titles of such litigations are 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: Item No. 3 was not taken up.
4. 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 Service Employees International Union (SEIU 721) AME and CPSA, and American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME Local 809) Part-time.
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 5:08 P.M. by Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes to Closed Session.
2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION (CITY COUNCIL) -
3. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION (CITY COUNCIL)-
4. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR (CITY COUNCIL)-
9. RULES OF DECORUM:
The Rules of Decorum recording was presented at the beginning of the meeting.
10. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION AT 6:00 P.M. OR AT THE END OF CLOSED SESSION, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST
The meeting was reconvened at 6:06 P.M. by Mayor Pro Tempore/Agency Vice Chairman/Authority Vice Chairman Hicks, Sr.
11. REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION ACTIONS (CITY ATTORNEY)
City/Agency/Authority Attorney Soltani gave the Closed Session Report.
12. INTRODUCTIONS (MAYOR) (Item 5)
5. REPORT FROM CAPTAIN NORMAN OF CARSON SHERIFF'S STATION- 6:38 PM
Item No. 5 was heard after Oral Communications for Matters Not Listed on the Agenda (Members of the Public).
Captain Norman introduced Special Assignment Lieutenant Carl Lumpkin, recently assigned to Carson Sheriff Station, replacing Lieutenant Aiello effective at the end of June.
Mayor and City Council welcomed Lieutenant Lumpkin.
Council Member Rojas thanked Lieutenant Lumpkin and Captain Norman for their efforts with the new firework ban. "If you light it, we'll cite it."
Mayor Davis-Holmes and Council Member Rojas discussed the future of fireworks being replaced with a laser light show with music that will be coming soon.
There will be a drone company and other technologies used to identify fireworks on July 4th.
Captain Norman summarized the recent law enforcement activities and gave a crime stats report.
Council Member Dear thanked Captain Morgan for a great report and asked about modified cars and modified mufflers. He wanted to know if these cars can be cited for having a loud vehicle. The captain shared that based on the modifications done to the car, they can be cited or impounded based on illegal modifications. Council Member Dear asked if residents can call the Watch Commander with this information if they are aware of a modified vehicle. Captain Norman stated it is a quality-of-life issue and that is why the Carson Sheriff Station has the 18 additional deputies on hand this summer and that anyone can report the issue to the station.
13. PRESENTATIONS (Items 6 -7)
6. PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING JUNE 23RD AS INTERNATIONAL OLYMPIC DAY - 6:08 PM
Item No. 6 was heard after the Closed Session Report.
Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes introduced Vic Nol representing LA 28. Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Rojas read the proclamation and presented to Vic Nol who accepted with words of gratitude. Rugby, tennis, indoor cycling, archery and field hockey are committed events in the city of Carson.
Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes noted receipt of several emails regarding incident of ICE agents being seen in the city of Carson. She requested the City Manager to present the statement she previously made which he stated is posted on the City website and social media. City Clerk/Agency Secretary/Authority Secretary, Dr. Bradshaw read the message from the Mayor regarding the recent immigration enforcement actions in Los Angeles. City/Agency/Authority Attorney Soltani stated legally there is nothing the City can or should do; the Federal Government has jurisdiction over immigration issues. She cited President Trump's Executive Order 14159. The City will be prosecuted for interfering and getting involved.
7. CERTIFICATE OF RECOGNITION TO USA FOOTBALL SUMMER SERIES PRESENTED BY UNDER ARMOUR- 7:26 PM
Item No. 7 was heard after Item No. 34.
Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes introduced Shauna Wilson from USA Football who was on hand to receive the Certificate of Recognition. She announced the USA Football Summer Series Presented by Under Armour from June 18, 2025 to June 22, 2025 at Dignity Health Sports Park.
Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member, Dr. Hilton read the Certificate of Recognition and presented to Shauna Wilson who offered words of gratitude.
14. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FOR MATTERS LISTED ON THE AGENDA (MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC) (LIMITED TO ONE HOUR)
Doug Maupin - Item No. 33 and Item No. 34
Offered comments in support of items
15. APPROVAL OF MINUTES (Item 8)
8. APPROVAL OF THE FOLLOWING CARSON CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY/HOUSING AUTHORITY MEETING MINUTES - JUNE 3, 2025 (REGULAR)- 6:52 PM
RECOMMENDED ACTION— 1. APPROVE the minutes as listed.
Item No. 8 was heard after Item No. 5
Motion To Approve submitted by Cedric L. Hicks Sr. seconded by Dr. Jawane Hilton resulting in 5-0-0-0-0
16. CONSENT (Items 9 - 28)
Motion To Approve submitted by Cedric L. Hicks Sr. seconded by Jim Dear resulting in 5-0-0-0-0
9. CONSIDER MONTHLY INVESTMENT AND CASH REPORT FOR THE CITY OF CARSON, CARSON HOUSING AUTHORITY, CARSON SUCCESSOR AGENCY-MONTH ENDING MAY 31, 2025 (CITY COUNCIL)- 6:52 PM
RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. RECEIVE and FILE.
ACTION: Item No. 9 was approved on Consent.
10. CONSIDER ADOPTING RESOLUTION NO. 25-074, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARSON RATIFYING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $4,253,335.67, DEMAND CHECK NUMBERS 179511 THROUGH 179585 AND 253 THROUGH 254 FOR GENERAL DEMAND (CITY COUNCIL)- 6:52 PM
RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. WAIVE further reading and ADOPT Resolution No. 25-074, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARSON RATIFYING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $4,253,335.67, DEMAND CHECK NUMBERS 179511 THROUGH 179585 AND 253 TO 254 FOR GENERAL DEMAND".
ACTION: Item No. 10 was approved on Consent.
11. CONSIDER ADOPTING RESOLUTION NO. 25-07-CHA, A RESOLUTION OF THE CARSON HOUSING AUTHORITY RATIFYING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $24,937.33, DEMAND CHECK NUMBERS HA-002055 THROUGH HA-002059 (CITY COUNCIL)- 6:52 PM
RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. WAIVE further reading and ADOPT Resolution No. 25-07-CHA, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CARSON HOUSING AUTHORITY RATIFYING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $24,937.33, DEMAND CHECK NUMBERS HA-002055 THROUGH HA-002059".
ACTION: Item No. 11 was approved on Consent.
12. CONSIDER ADOPTING RESOLUTION NO. 25-06-CSA, A RESOLUTION OF THE CARSON SUCCESSOR AGENCY CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,252.30, DEMAND CHECK NUMBERS SA-001958 THROUGH SA-001960 (CITY COUNCIL)- 6:52 PM
RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. WAIVE further reading and ADOPT Resolution NO. 25-06-CSA, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CARSON SUCCESSOR AGENCY CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,252.30, DEMAND CHECK NUMBERS SA-001958 THROUGH SA-001960".
ACTION: Item No. 12 was approved on Consent.
13. CONSIDER A REPORT OF ALL CITY CONTRACTS APPROVED UNDER CITY MANAGER OR DESIGNEE AUTHORITY FOR THE PERIOD MAY 1, 2025 THROUGH MAY 31, 2025 PURSUANT TO CMC SECTION 2604 (CITY COUNCIL)- 6:52 PM
RECOMMENDED ACTION
— RECEIVE and FILE this report.
ACTION: Item No. 13 was approved on Consent.
14. CONSIDER A REPORT ON ALL INTRADEPARTMENTAL BUDGET TRANSFERS APPROVED UNDER THE CITY MANAGER OR DESIGNEE AUTHORITY FOR THE MONTH OF APRIL AND MAY 2025 PER ORDINANCE 24-2401 (CITY COUNCIL) - 6:52 PM
RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. RECEIVE and FILE the report (Exhibit No. 1 & Exhibit No. 2).
ACTION: Item No. 14 was approved on Consent.
15. CONSIDER APPROVING AN INCREASE TO THE NOT-TO-EXCEED PURCHASE LIMITS AND PURCHASE TERMS FOR AMAZON BUSINESS AND STAPLES ADVANTAGE PURSUANT TO CMC SECTION 2611(G) COOPERATIVE PURCHASING (CITY COUNCIL)- 6:52 PM
RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. AUTHORIZE the City to make purchases of materials, supplies, and equipment from Amazon Business in a cumulative amount not to exceed $300,000 per fiscal year (representing a $100,000 increase from the February 2025 approval of the previous agreement), effective through May 5, 2030 and for each fiscal year contained within said effective period, pursuant to Omnia Partners Contract No. LS4679 and APPROVE purchase orders to be used as needed to effectuate such purchases pursuant to CMC Section 2605 in the determination of the Purchasing Manager.
— 2. AUTHORIZE the City to make purchases of materials, supplies, equipment, and janitorial supplies from Staples Advantage in a cumulative amount not to exceed $400,000 per fiscal year, effective through February 2, 2029 and for each fiscal year contained within said effective period, pursuant to Soucrewell Contract No. 070924 SCC and APPROVE purchase orders to be used as needed to effectuate such purchases pursuant to CMC Section 2605 in the determination of the Purchasing Manager.
ACTION: Item No. 15 was approved on Consent.
16. CONSIDER REJECTION OF ALL BIDS RECEIVED FOR INVITATION FOR BIDS ("IFB") 25-10 PW1795 MILLS PARK BUILDING RENOVATIONS AND AUTHORIZE STAFF TO READVERTISE (CITY COUNCIL) - 6:52 PM
RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. REJECT all bids received for IFB 25-10 PW1795 Mills Park Building Renovations and AUTHORIZE staff to readvertise.
ACTION: Item No. 16 was approved on Consent.
17. CONSIDER TAKING A POSITION OF OPPOSITION AND SENDING A CORRESPONDING LETTER TO THE LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES REGARDING THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE CITY MANAGER'S SALES TAX WORKING GROUP ON THE BRADLEY-BURNS SALES AND USE TAX (CITY COUNCIL)- 6:52 PM
RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. TAKE a position of OPPOSITION and DIRECT staff to transmit a corresponding letter.
ACTION: Item No. 17 was approved on Consent.
18. CONSIDER CANCELING THE AUGUST 19, 2025, REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING BY MINUTE ORDER (CITY COUNCIL)- 6:52 PM
RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. APPROVE canceling the August 19, 2025, Regular City Council Meeting by minute order.
ACTION: Item No. 18 was approved on Consent.
19. CONSIDER A CONTRACTUAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH RETAIL STRATEGIES FOR RETAIL AND COMMERCIAL ATTRACTION FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $150,000 (CITY COUNCIL)- 6:52 PM
RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. APPROVE a Contract Services Agreement with Retail Strategies, for the development and implementation of an economic development retail and commercial attraction partnership, in an amount not to exceed $150,000.
ACTION: Item No. 19 was approved on Consent.
20. CONSIDER ACCEPTING A $28,500 GRANT FROM THE SOUTH BAY CENTER FOR COUNSELING (SBCC), AND APPROVING AMENDMENT NO. 3 TO THE 2022 SUBCONTRACT WITH SBCC TO EXTEND THE PREVENTION AND AFTERCARE PROGRAM FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-26 (CITY COUNCIL)- 6:52 PM
RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. ACCEPT a $28,500 grant from the South Bay Center for Counseling (SBCC) to support the Prevention and Aftercare Program; and
— 2. APPROVE the proposed “Amendment No. 3 to 2022 Subcontract for Prevention and Aftercare Program Activities and Services” between the City and SBCC (Exhibit No. 2; “Amendment No. 3"); and
— 3. AUTHORIZE the Mayor to execute Amendment No. 3, following approval as to form by the City Attorney.
ACTION: Item No. 20 was approved on Consent.
21. CONSIDER APPROVING AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE CONTRACT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH LIFESTATION, INC., TO EXTEND THE EMERGENCY ALERT RESPONSE SYSTEM (E.A.R.S.) PROGRAM FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025/26 (CITY COUNCIL)- 6:52 PM
RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. APPROVE the proposed Amendment No. 1 to the Contract Services Agreement with LifeStation, Inc. (Exhibit No. 2; "Amendment No. 1"); and
— 2. AUTHORIZE the Mayor to execute Amendment No. 1, following approval as to form by the City Attorney.
ACTION: Item No. 21 was approved on Consent.
22. CONSIDER APPROVING A CONTRACT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH MARIBEL CERVANTES, OT/L, TO PROVIDE OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY SERVICES FOR MEMBERS OF THE JOSEPH B. JR. AND MARY ANNE O’NEAL STROKE CENTER (CITY COUNCIL)- 6:52 PM
RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. APPROVE the proposed Contract Services Agreement with Maribel Cervantes, OT/L, to provide Occupational Therapy services for members of the Joseph B. Jr. and Mary Anne O’Neal Stroke Center (Exhibit No. 1; "Agreement") and
— 2. AUTHORIZE the Mayor to execute the Agreement following approval as to form by the City Attorney.
ACTION: Item No. 22 was approved on Consent.
23. CONSIDER APPROVING AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE PUBLIC WORKS AGREMENT WITH ED'S FENCING, INC., TO AUTHORIZE ADDITIONAL FENCING WORK FOR THE PICKLEBALL COURT AT DOLPHIN PARK (CITY COUNCIL). - 6:52 PM
RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. APPROVE the proposed Amendment No. 1 to the Public Works Agreement with Ed’s Fencing, Inc to include additional scope of work for the installation of fencing around the new outdoor pickleball court at Dolphin Park for a total not-to-exceed cost of $11,360.00, which will increase the total not-to-exceed Contract Sum to $71,330.00. (Exhibit No. 2; "Amendment").
— 2. AUTHORIZE the Mayor and or City Manager to execute the Amendment, following approval as to form by the City Attorney.
ACTION: Item No. 23 was approved on Consent.
24. CONSIDER AWARD OF A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT TO CROSSTOWN ELECTRICAL & DATA, INC. FOR AS-NEEDED UTILITY UNDERGROUNDING AND EXCAVATION CONSTRUCTION SERVICES. (CITY COUNCIL)- 6:52 PM
RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. AWARD a construction contract for As-Needed Utility Undergrounding and Excavation Services not to exceed the amount of $468,385.00, to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, Crosstown Electrical & Data, Inc.
— 2. AUTHORIZE the Mayor to execute the contract with Crosstown Electrical & Data, Inc. after approval as to form by the City Attorney.
ACTION: Item No. 24 was approved on Consent.
25. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO.1 TO THE PURCHASING AND MAINTENANCE SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH MISSION CRITICAL INFORMATION SYSTEMS INC. (MCIS) (C22-045) FOR INTEROPERABLE PUBLIC SAFETY RADIO SYSTEM AND MAINTENANCE SERVICE (CITY COUNCIL)- 6:52 PM
RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. APPROVE Amendment No. 1 to add products and services to the Scope of Services for an additional amount of $175,768.13 thereby increasing the total not to exceed contract sum to $395,702.67.
— 2. AUTHORIZE the Mayor to execute the amendment, following approval as to form by the City Attorney.
ACTION: Item No. 25 was approved on Consent.
26. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF A PURCHASE ORDER TO PB LOADER CORPORATION, FRESNO, CA, FOR THE PURCHASE OF TWO NEW ELECTRIC POWERED 2024 FORD F-150 LIGHTNING PICK-UP TRUCKS FOR THE PUBLIC SAFETY DEPARTMENT (CITY COUNCIL)- 6:52 PM
RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. AUTHORIZE the Purchasing Manager to issue a Purchase Order in the amount not to exceed $154,884.17 for the purchase of two new electric powered 2024 Ford F-150 Lightning Pick-Up Trucks (Exhibit 1).
ACTION: Item No. 26 was approved on Consent.
27. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE CONTRACT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH CS & ASSOCIATES, INC TO PROVIDE ON-CALL PROFESSIONAL LABOR COMPLIANCE SERVICES FOR VARIOUS NEEDS TO THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT (CITY COUNCIL)- 6:52 PM
RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. APPROVE Amendment No. 1 to the Contract Services Agreement with CS & Associates, INC for on-call professional labor compliance services extending term by one (1) year and increasing the contract sum by $100,000 for a total not-to-exceed contract sum of $400,000.00.
— 2. AUTHORIZE the Mayor to execute Amendment No. 1 with CS & Associates, INC following approval as to form by the City Attorney.
ACTION: Item No. 27 was approved on Consent.
28. CONSIDER APPROVING AMENDMENT NO. 7 TO PURCHASE AGREEMENT (C-22-202) AND PURCHASE ORDER (22300822) WITH GOFORTH & MARTI TO PURCHASE, DELIVER, AND INSTALL OFFICE FURNITURE FOR THE CITY HALL BASEMENT AND THE PUBLIC WORKS CORPORATE YARD (CITY COUNCIL)- 6:52 PM
RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. APPROVE Amendment No. 7 to the Purchase Agreement by and between the City of Carson and Goforth & Marti to purchase, deliver, and install office furniture for the City Hall Basement and the Public Works Corporation Yard for a cost of $144,589.30.
— 2. AUTHORIZE the Mayor to execute Amendment No. 7, following approval as to form by the City Attorney.
ACTION: Item No. 28 was approved on Consent.
17. SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY (Items 29 - 30)
29. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION NO. 25-076, ADOPTING THE FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026 ANNUAL BUDGET IN THE GENERAL FUND (CITY COUNCIL) CONSIDER RESOLUTION NO. 25-07-CSA, ADOPTING THE FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026 ANNUAL BUDGET FOR THE CARSON SUCCESSOR AGENCY (SUCCESSOR AGENCY) CONSIDER RESOLUTION NO. 25-08-CHA, ADOPTING THE FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026 ANNUAL BUDGET FOR THE CARSON HOUSING AUTHORITY (HOUSING AUTHORITY) CONSIDER RESOLUTION NO. 25-077 APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE ANNUAL APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026 (CITY COUNCIL), AND APPROVAL OF THE 2025-2026 SPECIAL EVENTS AND 5-YEAR CIP PLAN- 6:53 PM
RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. OPEN the Public Hearing, RECEIVE public testimony regarding the proposed Fiscal Year 2025–2026 budget, and CLOSE the Public Hearing.
— 2. WAIVE further reading and ADOPT Resolution No. 25-076, a resolution of the City of Carson City Council adopting the Fiscal Year 2025–2026 General Fund and Special Revenue Funds Budget (Exhibit E).
— 3. WAIVE further reading and ADOPT Resolution No. 25-07-CSA, a resolution of the Successor Agency Board adopting the FY 2025–2026 Budget (Exhibit F).
— 4. WAIVE further reading and ADOPT Resolution No. 25-08-CHA, a resolution of the Carson Housing Authority adopting the FY 2025–2026 Budget (Exhibit G).
— 5. WAIVE further reading and ADOPT Resolution No. 25-077, a resolution of the City Council approving the FY 2025–2026 Appropriations Limit (Exhibit H).
— 6. APPROVE the FY 2025–2026 Special Events Budget (Exhibit I).
— 7. APPROVE the FY 2025–2026 Five-Year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Plan (Exhibit J).
Item No. 29 was heard after approval of the Consent items.
City Clerk/Agency Secretary/Authority Secretary, Dr. Bradshaw gave the Public Hearing 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.
Director Jefferson gave a brief summary of the budget at the request of Mayor Pro Tempore Hicks, Sr.
Mayor Pro Tempore Hicks, Sr. asked Director Boudreaux if there is enough funds in the budget for additional training for employees to remain on the cutting edge of their expertise. Director Boudreaux responded to Mayor Pro Tempore Hicks, Sr.'s question. Mayor Pro Tempore Hicks, Sr. also asked about the vacancy rate in Public Works. Assistant City Manager, Dr. Lennox responded to Mayor Pro Tempore Hicks, Sr.'s question. He also asked about the median project in light of the upcoming Olympics and Director, Dr. Rodgers, Jr. and Assistant City Manager, Dr. Lennox responded to his question.
Council Member Dear also reiterated the importance of making sure the city is ready for the 2028 Olympics. He complimented Director, Dr. Rodgers, Jr. and Public Works for doing great work even with the vacancy rate.
Director Jefferson shared that there was a $30,000 increase in the training budget for employees.
Mayor Davis-Holmes asked about the Vehicle Allowance Program. City Manager Roberts, Jr. responded to her question. Council Member, Dr. Hilton stated for the record that Council Members do not currently receive a car allowance.
Mayor Davis-Holmes asked about the specialist position assigned in Public Safety. City Manager Roberts, Jr. stated that it is a new position created as of tonight.
Motion To Approve submitted by Dr. Jawane Hilton seconded by Jim Dear resulting in 5-0-0-0-0
30. REQUEST TO CONTINUE THE PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION RATIFYING AN AMENDMENT TO THE SAFETY ELEMENT OF THE GENERAL PLAN TO INCORPORATE THE CITY'S LOCAL HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN 2024 IN ACCORDANCE WITH ASSEMBLY BILL 2140 (CITY COUNCIL)- 7:12 PM
RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. OPEN the Public Hearing, TAKE Public Comment, and Continue the Public Hearing to September 2, 2025, at the City Council's regular meeting time and place.
City Clerk, Dr. Bradshaw gave the Public Hearing report.
Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes declared the Public Hearing open.
There were no persons wishing to speak.
ACTION: Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes continued the Public Hearing to September 2, 2025, with no objection heard.
18. DISCUSSION (Item 31 - 32)
31. CONSIDER A REPORT OF ALL NEW BUSINESS LICENSES ISSUED BY THE CITY OF CARSON FOR THE PERIOD MAY 1, 2025 THROUGH MAY 31, (CITY COUNCIL)- 7:14 PM
RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. RECEIVE and FILE this report.
City Manager Roberts, Jr. shared that this is the first of ongoing reports that will be coming to future meetings about new businesses and other related matters.
Mayor Pro Tempore/Agency Vice Chairman/Authority Vice Chairman Hicks, Sr. thanked the City Manager for the report and providing City Council with the tools they need.
Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Dear shared that he has information about a business closing in another city wanting to come to Carson and he will share those details off air.
Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member, Dr. Hilton thanked staff for the report, therefore, be able to discuss with the residents and constituents with confidence and accurate information.
Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Rojas asked if there is a list of businesses with upcoming leases ending with potential locations for future businesses. Assistant City Manager, Dr. Lennox shared that a contract was approved tonight who will track that type of information.
(Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member, Dr. Hilton exited the meeting at 7:18 P.M. and reentered the meeting at 7:19 P.M.)
ACTION: Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes ordered to Receive and File the report with no objection heard.
32. 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)- 7:19 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;
— 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: Mayor and City Council took the following actions:
Economic Development Commission
Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Dear appointed Kevin Baddeley as his uncontested appointment to the Economic Development Commission.
Human Relations Commission
Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes appointed Audra Thompson as Alternate 3 to the Human Relations Commission.
Public Relations Commission
Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes appointed Dorcas Waddis to the vacant Community Representative position as her uncontested appointment to the Public Relations Commission, thereby, creating a vacancy of the Alternate 2 position.
Subsequently, Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes appointed Debra Washington as Alternate 1 to the Public Relations Commission.
Public Safety Commission
Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes appointed Brandon Fields as Alternate 3 to the Public Safety Commission.
Measure C and Measure K Budget Oversight Committee
Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes appointed Tina Bradley as Alternate 2 to the Measure C and Measure K Budget Oversight Committee.
Motion to approve Mayor Davis-Holmes' appointments to the Human Relations Commission Alternate 3, Public Relations Commission Alternate 1, Public Safety Commission Alternate 3, and Measure C and Measure K Budget Oversight Committee Alternate 2 submitted by Mayor Pro Tempore Hicks, Sr. seconded by Council Member Dear resulting in 5-0-0-0-0.
Economic Development Commission
Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member, Dr. Hilton appointed Jose Luevano, General Manager of California Credit Union, as his uncontested appointment to the Economic Development Commission.
19. ORDINANCE SECOND READING (Items 33 - 34)
33. CONSIDER SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 25-2513: AMENDING SECTIONS 9202.1 (ADVISORY AGENCY), 9202.10 (DIVISION OF LAND), 9203.16 (PROCESSING AND APPROVAL – PUBLIC HEARING) AND 9203.19 (EFFECTIVE DATE AND APPEAL) OF CHAPTER 2 (SUBDIVISION REGULATIONS) OF ARTICLE IX (PLANNING AND ZONING) OF THE CARSON MUNICIPAL CODE, TO PERMIT ADMINISTRATIVE APPROVAL OF (1) TENTATIVE TRACT MAPS FOR CONDOMINIUM PURPOSES AND (2) TENTATIVE PARCEL MAPS (CITY COUNCIL)- 7:25 PM
RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. CONDUCT a Second Reading by title only and with further reading waived, and ADOPT Ordinance No. 25-2513, entitled “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF CITY OF CARSON, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTIONS 9202.1 (ADVISORY AGENCY), 9202.10 (DIVISION OF LAND), 9203.16 (PROCESSING AND APPROVAL – PUBLIC HEARING) AND 9203.19 (EFFECTIVE DATE AND APPEAL) OF CHAPTER 2 (SUBDIVISION REGULATIONS) OF ARTICLE IX (PLANNING AND ZONING) OF THE CARSON MUNICIPAL CODE, TO PERMIT ADMINISTRATIVE APPROVAL OF (1) TENTATIVE TRACT MAPS FOR CONDOMINIUM PURPOSES AND (2) TENTATIVE PARCEL MAPS"
Motion To Approve submitted by Cedric L. Hicks Sr. seconded by Jim Dear resulting in 5-0-0-0-0
34. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 25-2510: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE NEW CARSON ZONING CODE (CHAPTER 1 [ZONING] OF ARTICLE IX [PLANNING AND ZONING] OF THE CARSON MUNICIPAL CODE, AS ENACTED BY ORDINANCE NO. 24-2405), TO MAKE VARIOUS MODIFICATIONS TO ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH THE STATE HOUSING ELEMENT LAW, INCLUDING GOVERNMENT CODE SECTIONS 65583(C)(1) AND 65583.2(H)-(I), AND CONSISTENCY WITH THE CITY’S 2021-2029 HOUSING ELEMENT (CITY COUNCIL)- 7:26 PM
RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. CONDUCT a Second Reading by title only and with further reading waived, and ADOPT Ordinance No. 25-2510: entitled “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARSON, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTIONS 9211.3 (DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS) AND 9211.4 (SUPPLEMENTAL REGULATIONS) OF DIVISION 1 (RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS) AND SECTIONS 9212.3 (DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS) AND 9212.4 (SUPPLEMENTAL REGULATIONS) OF DIVISION 2 (MIXED-USE DISTRICTS) OF PART 2 (BASE, OVERLAY AND SPECIAL DISTRICTS) OF THE NEW CARSON ZONING CODE (CHAPTER 1 [ZONING] OF ARTICLE IX [PLANNING AND ZONING] OF THE CARSON MUNICIPAL CODE), TO MAKE VARIOUS MODIFICATIONS TO ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH THE STATE HOUSING ELEMENT LAW, INCLUDING GOVERNMENT CODE SECTIONS 65583(c)(1) and 65583.2(h)-(i), AND CONSISTENCY WITH THE CITY’S 2021-2029 HOUSING ELEMENT"
Motion To Approve submitted by Cedric L. Hicks Sr. seconded by Jim Dear resulting in 5-0-0-0-0
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).
Stan Dixon
Reported neighbor using street as a private auto shop and testing cars on Cassidy Street
Richard Bis
Requested for City Council to get involved with smoke shops too close to schools
Seng So
Local activist interested in providing resources during ICE raids
Linda Navar
Offered response to complaint about YMCA food program that was brought up in the last City Council meeting
Kim Cortado
Offered response to complaint about YMCA food program that was brought up at the last City Council meeting
Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Dear commented that he can testify that the program is fully following the County's rules and policies. In his opinion the meals appear to be very healthy and his Lions Club has paid for meals for all 97 seniors.
This item was heard again after Item No. 7.
Brandi Lewin
Asked if she could make a presentation with her updates on the Disabilities Committee and the Mayor stated she could make her presentation at the first meeting in July.
21. COUNCIL MEMBER REQUESTS TO ADD ITEMS TO FUTURE AGENDAS
Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Dear shared that the city might want to consider hosting a Fireworks Drop Off Day. Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes requested the City Manager to add Council Member Dear's request to the Fireworks Educational Campaign. He also shared that there is some follow up needed for his cold case request and he is working with Assistant to the City Manager Michael George.
Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Rojas asked about her paperwork being taken care of for her upcoming diplomatic trip to the Philippines in July as she did in 2022. She asked if this year the city can cover her being accompanied with a private security in law enforcement. City Manager Roberts, Jr. stated he would follow up with her request.
Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member, Dr. Hilton wished his daughter, Raegan Hilton, a Happy 14th Birthday. He also thanked City Manager Roberts, Jr., Director, Dr. Rodgers, Jr. and Public Works on removing graffiti in a timely manner. Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes requested removal of graffiti on the freeways between Carson Street and Sepulveda Boulevard which also needs to be addressed. Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member, Dr. Hilton also shared that the city should consider an incentive for turning in the fireworks. City/Agency/Authority Attorney Soltani stated she would work with the City Manager.
Mayor Pro Tempore/Agency Vice Chairman/Authority Vice Chairman Hicks, Sr. asked about the feasibility study for Carson having its own school district. Mayor Davis-Holmes mentioned that there are conversations already taking place and she will be informing the City Manager and the City Attorney.
Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Dear asked for clarity about the travel budget and expenses as it relates to Council Member Rojas' request.
Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes stated she received a formal invitation to speak at the university in Tokyo, Japan, and asked City Manager Roberts, Jr. to look into her request.
22. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS (COUNCIL MEMBERS)
Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Dear wished everyone a good evening.
Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes thanked staff and residents for an awesome Juneteenth Celebration event. She also shared that the Press Conference went well today at 11:00 A.M. which was aired on ABC News Channel 7 and will be aired this evening.
Assistant City Manager, Dr. Lennox reminded the Mayor and City Council that tomorrow morning at 10:00 A.M. there will be another Press Conference showcasing the Grand Opening of the new State-of-the-Art Emergency Operations Center and the basement renovations. He introduced Kaitlyn Sanchez, Public Safety Manager, who stated she looks forward to working with everyone. She worked most recently for the city of Lakewood and is passionate about local government and public safety.
Mayor Pro Tempore/Agency Vice Chairman/Authority Vice Chairman Hicks, Sr. announced/reported the following:
- Thanked all the fathers who attended his annual ice cream giveaway and gave kudos to Ken's Ice Cream for allowing the use of their facility for his annual event
- Gave kudos to the Juneteenth Committee and staff for the outstanding Juneteenth Celebration held at Anderson Park
- Outstanding Philippine Independence Day Celebration
- Wished his grandson a Happy 8th Birthday
- Be safe during the 4th of July holiday
- Reminder fireworks are not allowed in the city of Carson
Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Rojas announced/reported the following:
- Missed the Juneteenth Celebration since she was on front line duty
- Thanked Mayor Davis-Holmes and Council Member, Dr. Hilton for covering for her
- Philippine Independence Day was a success and thanked staff for their great work
- First day off working eight days straight
- Everyone stay safe
Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes announced/reported the following:
- Reminded everyone about the fireworks ban and fines. She also reminded everyone that this is a collaborative effort with the Carson Sheriff's Station and thanked everyone for their assistance with the educational campaign.
- Philippine Independence Day Celebration was great; the Philippine Independence Day Foundation did an outstanding job
Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member, Dr. Hilton reminded everyone City Hall will be closed on Thursday, June 19, 2025 in observance of the Juneteenth holiday.
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. MEMORIAL ADJOURNMENTS
City Clerk/Agency Secretary/Authority Secretary, Dr. Bradshaw presented the following Memorial Adjournment Requests:
Bishop Norman Hutchins, Sr.
Sly Stone
Eleanor Busby Mack
Alfred Pompey
Amelia Ford
William Robinson, Sr.
Edward Valles
Larry Navalta
Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member, Dr. Hilton requested to add Dr. Joseph Benjamin Hardwick to the Memorial Adjournment Requests and gave a prayer.
28. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 8:02 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